Re: TORQUATROL UNIT

[jell <Thomas.Jell@domain.elided>]

> With all due respect, the Torquatrol unit (also known as a
> Holset coupling) does not work by temperature.

John, you're right. Thanks for correcting me.

> Nor does it necessarily become obsolete when an electric fan is fitted.
> It depends what type of electric fan is used. Only a large commercial
> type will provide sufficient cooling - unless you live in Iceland!

Not exactly, also weather in Europe often feels
like living in Iceland.

I just got one they use in modern cars as well. It
delivers 2900 m3/h, it cools it down on a hot
day even when idling after an autobahn ride.

Tom

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