Kinugawa Turbo Systems Blogs
Kinugawa Turbo Systems Line-up Code Explanation of TD Series
Posted by Service Kinugawa on
Kinugawa Turbo Systems these days carry the TD prefix followed by a number. the number generally designates the class of turbo and turbine wheel size. The most current models are the TD series turbine wheels.It roughly breaks down into TD generation of turbine wheel, 5H class of turbine wheel (specific size) , 16G compressor wheel, 6CM turbine housing.1. Turbine housings:Below is a small chart translating the turbocharger information into more common A/R ratios that we are all used to seeingthese days as used with Garrett turbochargers.6 cm2 = 0.41 A/R7 cm2 = 0.49 A/R8 cm2 = 0.57 A/R9 cm2 =...
Big Head vs. Normal Head Actuators
Posted by Service Kinugawa on
A wastegate is basically a device that bypasses some exhaust flow around the turbine section of a turbocharger to control maximum boost. A wastegate is usually controlled by a pressure actuator that is connected to manifold pressure. The wastegate is normally closed, held shut by a spring inside the actuator canister. When preset pressure limits are exceeded, the actuator progressively opens the wastegate, allowing exhaust flow to bypass the turbine, thus regulating manifold boost pressure. On the surface, it sounds like a simple premise, and in fact, a wastegate is a simple device. The problem comes from the pressure in...
BOV vs BCV: What’s The Real Difference?
Posted by Service Kinugawa on
How to preload KINUGAWA adjustable internal wastegate actuators ?
Posted by Service Kinugawa on
Universal Manual Adjustable Forged Wastegate Actuator and Spring
Thank you for purchasing this Kinugawa Turbo Systems TM product for your car! Installation of this product should only be performed by persons experienced with installation of aftermarket performance.