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Index
Cover
Title Page
Copyright
Contents
Introduction for Advanced Readers
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Forword by Gale Banks
Chapter 1: Introduction to Turbochargers
Understanding How a Turbo System Works
A Brief History
The Rise to Popularity
Understanding the Turbocharger
Where and Why Turbos are Used Today
Types of Turbocharger Systems
Introduction to Variable Geometry Turbochargers
The Future
Chapter 2: Anatomy of a Turbocharger
The Compressor
The Compressor Wheel
Types of Compressor Wheels
The Compressor Cover
The Turbine
The Turbine Wheel and Shaft Assembly
The Turbine Housing
The Bearing System
Oil Control & Seals
Chapter 3: Matching a Turbocharger to Your Engine
Volumetric Efficiency
Ballpark Matching
Compressor Matching
Compressor Trim
Turbine Matching
Understanding Turbines
Wastegates
Chapter 4: The Rise of Performance Diesel
On-Highway Performance Diesel Roots
Making Diesels Perform
Tractor Pulling
Chapter 5: Real Turbos: Manufacturers & Nomenclature
Honeywell Turbo Technologies: Garrett Brand
BorgWarner Turbo Systems/Schwitzer/3-K Brands
Cummins Turbo Technologies/Holset Brand
Turbonetics & The Roots of the High-Performance Turbo Aftermarket
Chapter 6: Designing & Installing a Turbocharger System
Placement
Single Versus Twin Turbos
Intake Air
Aftercoolers
Clamps and Hoses
Boost Tubes
Plenums
Turbo Mounting for Proper Oil Drain
Exhaust Manifolds
Heat Bellows & Expansion Joints
Heat Shielding
Chapter 7: Building Your Engine for a Turbocharger
Quality, Quantity & Balance: A Philosophical Approach
The Block
The Crankshaft
Pistons & Rings
Connecting Rods
Cylinder Heads & Valves
Camshafts
Chapter 8: Tuning Your Turbo Engine
Engine Management Systems
Monitoring Air-Fuel Ratio
Fuel Injectors
Fuel Pressure
Boost Tuning, Wastegates & Boost Controllers
Blow-Off Valves & Compressor Bypass
Anti-Lag Systems (ALS)
Chapter 9: Turbocharger Maintenance & Rebuilding
Maintenance
An Introduction to Rebuilding
Servicing Your Turbocharger
Rebuilding Your CHRA Assembly
Inspecting the Turbine Wheel & Shaft Assembly
Inspecting the Bearing Housing
Cleaning and Prep
Reassembly
Chapter 10: Failure Analysis & Troubleshooting
Understanding Turbocharger Failure Analysis
Beginning the Analysis
Disassembly
Compressor End
Turbine End
Compressor Wheel Overspeed & LCF
Contaminated Lube Oil
Lack of Lubrication
Other Failures
Failure Analysis Summary
Troubleshooting Guide
Appendix A: Turbocharger Distributors
Appendix B: Turbocharger and System Component Suppliers & Manufacturers
Appendix C: Glossary
Back Cover
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