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What makes a turbo whistle more?
What causes turbo whistle? Turbo whistle is the sound of the compressor inside the turbocharger speeding up (also known as ‘spooling up’, which is why it kicks in at the boost threshold (when the turbo starts to kick in) as you accelerate up the rev range.
Does turbo make whistle sound?
As many fans of a turbocharged engine will know, a turbo often makes a whistling sound. This whistle is the sound of the turbo operating effectively, also known as ‘spooling up’.
Why does my turbo sound louder?
A faulty turbo may result in a loud, siren sound coming from the engine. The louder the sound, the worse the problem could be. Here’s the siren noise that typically results from a failing turbo. If you hear this noise, you should consult your mechanic as soon as possible to get your vehicle checked.
How do I tune my Turbo to make it louder?
Be sure to tune according to your vehicle capabilities. You can make your turbo sound louder by attaching a turbo whistler to your exhaust pipe. However, on heavy acceleration, it will not sound as genuine. Usually a turbo whistler is made of light weight aluminium and can be fitted to your exhaust pipes without welding or drilling.
Can a turbo whistle be fitted to an exhaust pipe?
However, on heavy acceleration, it will not sound as genuine. Usually a turbo whistler is made of light weight aluminium and can be fitted to your exhaust pipes without welding or drilling. It only takes seconds to get it attached.
Why does aftermarket downpipe make turbo louder?
Aftermarket Downpipe makes turbo louder louder because it’s wider – allowing sound waves to travel easier without collisions. Downpipe comes in two types: catted downpipe or catless. CAT refers to catalytic converter – a device used to convert the toxic exhaust gases into non toxic ones before they are allowed to leave the car.
What are turbo whistlers made of?
Usually a turbo whistler is made of light weight aluminium and can be fitted to your exhaust pipes without welding or drilling. It only takes seconds to get it attached.