Prodigy Stage 2 Turbo question

[DXBJK]

Wow! Great info!

* Turbo blanket for sure. I consider that a recommendation for everyone, even in mild/cold climates.

I have already contacted prodigy and they gave me a blanket for free with the stage 2 kit 👍

*Ceramic coating on the pipes should help with under-hood temps and intake air temps, which will help the engine run cooler. How much will this help? I have no idea. The pipes between the engine and the turbo will be the hottest, so those would be highest priority for coating. Keeping the heat inside the pipes can also help the turbo run more efficiently . The downpipe may be worth coating also, but will have a smaller impact on under-hood temps than the pipes before the turbo.

Great idea. I'll definitely keep that in mind.

* I've seen mixed opinions on a 180* thermostat. If you don't adjust the calibration of the radiator fans to come on at lower temps to match the thermostat, then you only cause the engine to heat up more slowly, but the computer/fans will still try to keep the temperature in the low 200* range. If the computer is recalibrated to match the thermostat, then you may be running the engine at a lower temperature than it was designed for (reduced efficiency, more pollution, etc). I would talk to Prodigy about this and find out what their other middle-east customers have done.

Dan from Prodigy did offer me to install the 180 deg thermostat with a matching tune from them.

* Vented hood seems like an easy way to help keep the under hood temps lower. I like what I've read about the Daystar Hood Cowl and Side Vents. They are actually designed and tested to flow hot air out even at low speeds. Some vented hood designs depend on airflow over the hood to draw the heat out. Check out posts #8 and #11 in this thread: http://www.jkowners.com/forum/showth...50#post2773050. I'm slightly concerned about rain getting in the side vent, because it's somewhat close to the air filter. I would probably use a water repellant air filter wrap (Outerwears, for example) to protect the air filter from water dripping/splashing through the hood vent. But maybe it doesn't rain often enough in Dubai for this to be a concern for you

It doesn't rain much here but when it does, it's heavy😅. I'm thinking of running a snorkel but otherwise will definitely go with the filter wrap.

Thanks a lot. I really appreciate your feedback. I'll keep posting updates about the setup. 👍

[boosted1]

We have many turbo systems in the middle east. To combat the climate there a few things are done.

1. We only ship with 180’ thermostats- this lowers engine operating temperatures 25’F
2. We modify the fan operating temperatures in both the trans temp and coolant temp maps
3. We have programmed the computer to modify engine timing based on IAT. This prevents pre-ignition and lowers combustion temps.
4. We run a desired afr 10.7-11.4 for these vehicles. This extra fuel reduces combustion temp.
5. Lastly, we strongly benefit here by having the LARGEST front mount intercooler. This is the most obvious secret.
6. If the Jeep is being used in dunes or racing we recommend the customer install an aftermarket trans cooler with a fan if equipped with auto trans

[DXBJK]

We have many turbo systems in the middle east. To combat the climate there a few things are done.

1. We only ship with 180’ thermostats- this lowers engine operating temperatures 25’F
2. We modify the fan operating temperatures in both the trans temp and coolant temp maps
3. We have programmed the computer to modify engine timing based on IAT. This prevents pre-ignition and lowers combustion temps.
4. We run a desired afr 10.7-11.4 for these vehicles. This extra fuel reduces combustion temp.
5. Lastly, we strongly benefit here by having the LARGEST front mount intercooler. This is the most obvious secret.
6. If the Jeep is being used in dunes or racing we recommend the customer install an aftermarket trans cooler with a fan if equipped with auto trans

Great. Thanks for the reply.
My order is almost done. I can't wait to get my turbo!