E-Series VansTechnical discussion of topics related to vans powered by any of the Navistar engines. This covers a broad number of years, but there isn't enough demand to split it any further.
Have had our van only a month and already the wife is complaining about having to wait to shut it down. I am assuming that the lack of an innercooler on our van turbos increases the risk of damage if shut down too hot. Is this correct? If so, it seems I may need to invest in some "protection".
Who out there is running a Turbo Saver or Turbo Temp Monitor? Who likes which and why?
Thanks in advance.
Jeff
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From Cochise: 2003 E 350 PSD, Video System, Tow package, Privacy Glass, Power Seat, AIC, Chateau Pkg. Delivered 1/29/03.
Jeff
I use the Turbo Saver w/the cruise control option.
With parking brake engaged, in park, I press the CC button once for every minute I want it to run without the key. After 10 "hits"(10 minutes), each time I press the button, it adds 10 minutes. I can have it run up to 240 minutes without the key.
By using EGT gauge as a start point ( what the temp is at that point) I usually set it for 1 to 3 minutes, to have it shut down at 300 degrees. Cold weather normally calls for a max of 2 to 3 mins. Summer time / towing, sometimes 4 to 5 minutes.
When my dog is traveling with me I use the Turbo Saver to keep the van cool or warm while I'm eating or in a retail shop that won't let dogs in. I just set the time I want it to run w/o the key.
In this case I use the AIC to ramp up the rpms to around 1200, to keep the AC cranking and the engine from lugging. All this without the key, van locked.
The latter is the main reason I chose the Turbo Saver. I don't think The Turbo Temp Monitor would let me do as much on the time set/key out.
The AIC is the key for what I do because I need to ramp the rpms up for extended periods of time.
Paul
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2002 E350 (E31) PSD Chateau Quigley 4x4 3:55LS Dual Alts / AIC / MagnaFlow / Westach / Autometer / 4 gauge A-pillar / MagHytec Trans & Diff / Weld / Michelin / Hellwig / K & N / Trans Flow / Turbo Life saver / TransGo / BD Exhaust Brake / FPS performance kit / Aux. Trans cooler w/fan / Rancho / Estate Green/Silver (VLB2) Locust Grove, GA
I like the sound of your turbo saver set-up. Could you be more specific on the turbo saver (manufacturer, model number, installation, price). Thanks. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif[/img]
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Vince,
2001 E-350 Chateau Quigley--SOLD!!! 7.3 liter PSD, Oxford White Clearcoat/Medium Parchment Cloth, 3.55 limited slip axles, dual alternators, AIC, factory running boards, privacy glass, power driver seat. UPGRADES: Alcoa wheels, Lund Moonvisor, 4 passenger Medium Parchment Cloth rear bench seat (11 passenger Chateau now), Cobra 2000 watt inverter, 46 gal TransferFlow tank, Velvet Ride shackles, CorrecTrack Rear Wheel Spacers, Rancho 9000 shocks. Great family truckster for me, the wife, & 5 kids.
Mfer is
Baker Auto Accessories
1250 South Lincoln Ave.
Steamboat Springs, CO 80488
970-879-4200
you can check out some info at FPS by clicking on the this link
I have the same set up and had FPS install it. I got an IAC off EBAY for $260.
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2003 E350 Super Duty Commercial Extended 7.3L Premium Van Group, 3:55 Posi,Turbo Life Saver, Pioneer MP3, Cobra 75 WXST, New Ford AIC(EBAY $260) Draw-tite Activator II Trailer Brake Controller 5500, Autometer(Boost/Pyro/Trans)K&N Air Filters,3.5" down pipe w/ 4" SST back exhaust,KYB shocks,1.5" rear stablizer
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