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[Aaron2112]

which is why the insulation wrap is so good im not kidding ive put my hand the header to that TC and it was mighty hot but then if i were to touch that thing without the wrap on it i would get a serious serious burn, engine bay temps stay pretty low with that which means your intercooler will cool better and the intake will take in colder air all are absolutly required for a turbo.

 

[sleeper3]

I haven't looked extremely closely yet, but it really looks like the only engine part that would create heat for the intercooler is the upper intake manifold and the head cover. I'll take a closer look tonight. eventually I'm sure I'll spring for a ceramic coated exhaust manifold, but for right now, I'm sure it's fine. I'm getting a better tmic as soon as I can anyway.