Quote:
Originally Posted by AnotherArchitect
Living in the desert is mostly riddled with cons, but the one con, in particular, that really sets things apart for turbocharged cars, is the heat.
As we all know, the S63 doesn't respond well to heat and lots of parts fail and need replacement in the process.
I'm looking for advice on the best way to mitigate that issue; whether it's aftermarket parts or home DIY stuff and I believe the forum is a good way to keep those things documented.
I've personally done the following:
1. switch the original thermostat to a 90C thermostat
https://www.ecstuning.com/b-hamburg-...37586885-90c~/
2. turbo blanket
https://www.ptpturboblankets.com/col...5-m-x6-m-m5-m6
3. Removed the back engine cover and weather stripping
Share your thoughts and advice on what else can be done to help engine live longer and survive in horrible temps.
(I sincerely apologize if this topic has been previously discussed; I'm just looking to compile it all in one thread) |
Being a fellow desert dweller, I know your pain (it was 118 here in Arizona just a few days ago). Both the N63 and S63 being nearly identical, have this same issue. Besides what you have already done, below is the heat shielding I added and it made a huge difference. All will apply to the S63, the only difference you will see is in the exhaust manifolds are different on the S63 vs N63 but should still be able to be wrapped. Links to everything I used below. I can't recommend the Titanium exhaust wrap enough, even after 40K miles it still looks and performs like new. Make sure to get the real stuff and not cheap knock offs.
1 - If you haven't already, trim rain gutters down 1/2" inch where is meets the hood, this allows for addition airflow and still allows proper water defection.
2 - Cut and Rivet heat shielding to to fit under factory turbo oil heat sheild.
3- Wrap Manifolds in 1" wrap.
4- Wrap Downpipes/cats in 2" wrap
5- Cut heat shielding to size to fit underneath stock oil catch pan/heat shield under turbos.
6 - Cut heat shielding to size to fit on top of turbo/cat main heat shield.
7 - This is also an excellent time to replace the head to head coolant line and wrap it in heat shielding (which always goes bad) and turbo/pressure converter vacuum lines and update the plastic T fittings on the turbo coolant lines to stainless steel.
Here is what you will need
2 x DEI 1" wrap (for manifolds):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002R4XL2Q
2 x DEI 2" wrap (for downpipes/cats):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002R4U72I
1 X Stainless steel ties:
https://www.amazon.com/SunplusTrade-.../dp/B072WC1MXT
1 x Locking tie tool:
https://www.amazon.com/Design-Engine.../dp/*****U1UOI
1 x Heat Shielding for engine valley and turbo shield:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00YJERW40