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    Turbo Heatshield, Zero Decibel Motorsports

    Zero Decibel Motorsports Turbo Heatshield

    What:
    Stainless steel heat shield to sit over the stock WRX turbo.

    Why:
    The turbo sits extremely close to the rear suspension brace. A couple heat shields made for Subaru applications didn't fit due to the close vertical quarters. The Zero dB heatshield bolts directly to the suspension brace and wraps down the sides of the turbo to reduce heat soak of the intercooler that sits above the turbo.

    Cost:
    $58

    Shipping
    Shipping will be quoted on a per case basis to keep costs down and ensure you only pay actual shipping charges.

    Includes
    Laser cut stainless steel heat shield
    Laser cut mounting bracket with laser etched logo
    Stainless screws, washers, and nuts for mounting
    Coated rivnuts

    Expected part availability: ~Mid November

    FAQ
    Does this fit any turbos besides the stock TD04?
    It's likely, but hasn't been tested. If you have a non stock turbo and want to try this out there is a discount available for the first person to try it on a specific turbo. All I ask is you perform a timely test fit and send me photos

    Does it fit over a turbo blanket?
    One member (CPlavan) has fitted one to his 818R with a turbo blanket. See below for photos.

    How do I install the heatshield?
    See below for photos. Slide the heatshield over the turbo with the suspension brace installed making sure it clears the wastegate arm. Attach the bracket and hold the heatshield assembly where you want it. Mark the location of the front and rear mounting hole on the brace. Remove the bracket, drill, and install rivnuts. Replace the bracket and insert screws into the two new rivnuts. Ensure all screws are tight.

    How do I order?
    Send me a pm, email ([email protected]), or message me on facebook.

    Pictures:
    Note: Prototypes used an aluminum bracket. Production versions will have a stainless bracket.


    Last edited by Mechie3; 02-12-2015 at 11:57 AM.
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    PM sent.
    818S/C : Chassis #25 with 06 WRX 2.5 turbo, ABS, cruise, PS, A/C, Apple CarPlay, rear camera, power windows & locks, leather & other complexities. Sold 10/19 with 5,800 miles.
    Mk3 Roadster #6228 4.6L, T45, IRS, PS, PB, ABS, Cruise, Koni's, 17" Halibrands, red w/ silver - 9K miles then sold @ Barrett-Jackson Jan 2011 (got back cash spent).

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    Order placed with the shop. ETA is 5-7 business days. This shop is pretty consistent and on time.
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    Installed my proto heat shield tonight.


    Install Pictures (goes with text above):

    Remove mounting bracket install from front of car. You might need to flex the shield to get it to fit smoothly. It will spring back on it's own as it is quite stout.


    Slide the shield back until the front mounting tab touches the cross brace. Line it up so that the wastegate arm has plenty of clearance.


    Attach the separate mounting bracket and mark all three holes, unbolt the bracket, and pull the heatshileld back out through the front. Drill and insert a 1/4-20 rivnut. The front one is difficult to do with the brace in place. I recommend unbolting one side of the brace, swinging it up, and having more room to easily drill and install the rivnut.


    After the rivnuts are installed slide the shield back into place, loosely bolt the bracket to the brace, then bolt the bracket to the shield loosely. Install the front bolt and then tighten everything. In most cases the integrated star washer holds the nuts in place during tightening with light finger pressure. A flat wrench will work well in case the nut spins.

    Top view of heatshield coverage:


    Rear view of heatshield coverage. You can see in this image how close the turbo is to the cross brace. For this reason I recommend not using stock engine mounts as they rock quite readily under heavy engine loads and the turbo is likely to bang the brace and cause damage.
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    Thanks to Chad Plavan for test fitting a heatshield on his car with a turbo blanket. Here's a photo courtesy of Chad:

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    Shop emailed me and parts are done. Hardware should show up tomorrow and they'll be ready to ship out.
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    Why would you need a heat shield if you're using a properly sized turbo blanket?

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    It should provide an incremental benefit to keep the intercooler cool. I believe someone did an extensive write up on NASIOC including photographs with a thermal camera to analyze the benefit of the PTP turbo blanket with and without a heat shield (as well as without the turbo blanket and using only the heat shield).

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    This also covers the flange between the turbo and downpipe/exhaust and covers a portion of the exhaust as well. The flange of the turbo is just about flush with the cross brace. The heat shield extends a little over 3" past that. A blanket typically only covers the exhaust housing and leaves the exhaust exposed. A blanket can do more than a heatshield by itself, but together they both do better than either one separately.




    From my original interest check thread:

    Quote Originally Posted by FFRSpec72 View Post
    So which is better a heat shield vs. turbo blanket ? Anyone done any testing ?
    I haven't done any testing with numbers, but this guy did. He tested heatshield only and then heatshield plus blanket.
    http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=2406363

    Heat shield -- shield + blanket - difference
    turbo-- 352 - 105 - 247
    TMIC-- 112 - 83 - 29
    heatshield-- 137 - 90 - 47



    From what I remember reading about heat shield vs blanket in general that blankets are better, but a good blanket usually costs more (vs a cheaper turbo wrap), they may wear out and need periodic replacement (several year intervals), but both is best.

    Here is a blanket made specifically for the WRX. It sells for $95.

    http://ptpturboblankets.com/Subaru-WRX-Turbo-Blankets/
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mechie3 View Post
    Shop emailed me and parts are done. Hardware should show up tomorrow and they'll be ready to ship out.
    Excellent... can't wait to get mine!

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    I just ordered a ptpblanket to keep my new shield warm at night. Thanks, Craig. for the opportunity to spend another 100 bucks.
    818S/C : Chassis #25 with 06 WRX 2.5 turbo, ABS, cruise, PS, A/C, Apple CarPlay, rear camera, power windows & locks, leather & other complexities. Sold 10/19 with 5,800 miles.
    Mk3 Roadster #6228 4.6L, T45, IRS, PS, PB, ABS, Cruise, Koni's, 17" Halibrands, red w/ silver - 9K miles then sold @ Barrett-Jackson Jan 2011 (got back cash spent).

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    Unfortunately I'm going to go spend that $100 too. :lol:
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    Here's a cell phone shot of the stainless steel bracket. Hoping the hardware shows up today so these can ship out tonight.

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    Assembled line up. Four of them are shipping out today. You should get them by Saturday.

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    I'll be looking for it... thanks, Craig!

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    Got my turbo shield and it is beautiful! Nice finish, mounting bolts included and a very prestigious logo! I also got the PTP blanket so all that's left is some time to install them. Thanks, Craig.
    818S/C : Chassis #25 with 06 WRX 2.5 turbo, ABS, cruise, PS, A/C, Apple CarPlay, rear camera, power windows & locks, leather & other complexities. Sold 10/19 with 5,800 miles.
    Mk3 Roadster #6228 4.6L, T45, IRS, PS, PB, ABS, Cruise, Koni's, 17" Halibrands, red w/ silver - 9K miles then sold @ Barrett-Jackson Jan 2011 (got back cash spent).

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    Got mine a couple days ago as well... looks great!

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    Glad you like them!
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    Here's mine installed. There's a turbo blanket underneath. Easy to install.

    818S/C : Chassis #25 with 06 WRX 2.5 turbo, ABS, cruise, PS, A/C, Apple CarPlay, rear camera, power windows & locks, leather & other complexities. Sold 10/19 with 5,800 miles.
    Mk3 Roadster #6228 4.6L, T45, IRS, PS, PB, ABS, Cruise, Koni's, 17" Halibrands, red w/ silver - 9K miles then sold @ Barrett-Jackson Jan 2011 (got back cash spent).

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    Pete, what type of blanket did you use? I bought one that wraps around and I'm having some issues installing it... didn't come with directions, it uses springs to hold it together, looks like one of these http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from...anket&_sacat=0

    The guard does look sweet, Craig does a nice job! You need a freer flowing exhaust tho...
    Dan

    818S #17 Picked up 8/1/13 First start 11/1/13 Go Kart 3/28/14

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    Dan, I bought a PTP Turbo Blanket that Craig said to buy in Post #9 above. It has 4 steel posts and comes with wire to wrap around the posts to tie it in place. Considering the weather reports I have seen recently, I think you need this blanket to keep your turbo warm in the garage! Here in the AZ desert we all love seeing photos of snow, icy roads, frozen gutters, frostbitten fingers, jumper cables and cars in ditches.
    Pete
    818S/C : Chassis #25 with 06 WRX 2.5 turbo, ABS, cruise, PS, A/C, Apple CarPlay, rear camera, power windows & locks, leather & other complexities. Sold 10/19 with 5,800 miles.
    Mk3 Roadster #6228 4.6L, T45, IRS, PS, PB, ABS, Cruise, Koni's, 17" Halibrands, red w/ silver - 9K miles then sold @ Barrett-Jackson Jan 2011 (got back cash spent).

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    I'll figure it out tomorrow, prob go hunting too

    garage is a wee bit cold... 16 degrees tonite

    luckily I have a house w 12 in thick walls and an 8000 lb Finnish contraflow heater

    www.mainewoodheat.com

    A couple log carriers full a day keeps my house pretty darn warm, right now sitting at 73, eating pizza, drinking a rum and coke watching Netflix
    Last edited by RM1SepEx; 11-21-2014 at 08:20 PM.
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    Quality Piece. Fits the Blouch 2.5XTR with no modification.

    Thanks Craigs for a quality part



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    . Drive fast, win stuff.
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    Received 10 more sets of parts and bent them up today.
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