How a Larger GU Patrol Intercooler Drops EGTs and Boosts Towing Torque
High exhaust gas temperatures are not just a number under the gauge but they’re the indicators that your engine is working harder than it should. And if you’ve ever hauled a heavy trailer up a long climb then you must know exactly what that feeling is when you keep glancing at your temps. If you left these unchecked then they shorten the life of your turbo, your injectors and your motor itself. A larger GU patrol intercooler will not fix a badly tuned engine. But on a GU that is otherwise healthy it is one of the most effective upgrades you can make for heavy or serious towing. Because cooler charge air means the engine does not have to fight itself to make power. Why EGTs Climb Quickly When Towing With a GU Patrol Your vehicle engine operates under sustained load when you hitch up a boat or trailer. And this forces the turbocharger to work harder while compressing air at higher pressures. The Heat Problem Most Patrol Owners Notice First Compression naturally generates heat. As t...