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Old Jun 23, 2006 | 01:15 AM
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Default Blitz turbo timer installed!

I just finished installing a Blitz DC IV DTT, turbo timer. It's a nice move towards maintaining a healthy turbo. This one also comes with a digital boost gauge with peak boost and warning.
Anyway, I did a search earlier and found nothing on the tc as far as installing a turbo timer and I'm just throwing this out there:

Make sure you tap into both Ignition wires or else the car won't stay on after the key is removed.

Other than that, it's pretty straight forward.

Anyone with questions feel free to ask...
Old Jun 23, 2006 | 02:00 AM
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Pics of wiring?
Old Jun 23, 2006 | 02:02 AM
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Yeah, I can get some up but i have to photoshop them first so you can clearly see which wires are which. There are a ton of spliced wires down there!
I'll post the pics tomorrow
Old Jun 23, 2006 | 02:06 AM
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Thanks. :D
Old Jun 23, 2006 | 02:07 AM
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Yeah I just ordered my TT today so this will help me out alot.
Old Jun 23, 2006 | 02:16 AM
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Congrats on getting it in...
Old Jun 23, 2006 | 02:44 AM
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okay, so I should have made this a full install thread cause i'm having tons of questions. I'll go over the stuff again tomorrow and post some pics for everyone.
till then, keep sending those questions...
Old Jun 23, 2006 | 03:34 AM
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not to be an idiot. but what does a turbo timer do exactly??
Old Jun 23, 2006 | 03:43 AM
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turbo_timer
Old Jun 23, 2006 | 03:48 AM
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so essentially it just lets the car idle longer

wikipedia rocks...thanks zer0
Old Jun 23, 2006 | 03:51 AM
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don't ever feel like an idiot especially in forums. That's what these things were designed for, people to communicate to each other about similar endevours and interest and to share experiences.
definitely read the article from the link but simply put,
it is a device that allows you to properly cool down your turbo by keeping it running after you have taken the key out of the ignition and have left the vehicle. There are tons of different types and most are adjustable.
Old Jun 23, 2006 | 06:26 AM
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my tt coming tomorrow would be great to get a heads up 'hint hint'
Old Jun 23, 2006 | 06:31 AM
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writeup please...
Old Jun 23, 2006 | 06:38 AM
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WRITE UPPPPPPP
Old Jun 23, 2006 | 02:18 PM
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Heres a link to a write up I did for a 350Z install. Not 100% the same but gives you an idea what to expect:
http://my350z.com/forum/showthread.php?t=149789
Old Jun 23, 2006 | 08:07 PM
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working on the write up. I have to uninstall it to take more pictures. Pretty simple but i will have the write up done this weekend.
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Old Jul 3, 2006 | 02:43 PM
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Hey guys, quick question with the TT....will it function ok if you have the factory alarm?
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