Fits: all 2.0T N-series — Kona N, Elantra N, Veloster N, i30 N, i30 N (Facelift), i30 N Sedan and i30 N Fastback.
What this is
Our turbo heat blanket wraps the hot side of the 2.0T N-series turbocharger. It is made in the United Kingdom by a turbo blanket specialist for N75 Motorsports, using a carbon fabric outer shell over a Calcium Magnesium Silicate Wool inner core.
It is designed to go on without removing the turbocharger or any oil lines. The fit is tight and the install is tricky, so take your time — the turbo and its oil lines stay on the car.
How it works
The turbocharger is the primary source of heat in the engine bay. The blanket keeps the heat of the exhaust gases on the hot side of the turbocharger, away from the cool side and the intake path, which lowers under-hood temperatures and can help reduce turbo lag and intake air temperatures. It is rated to withstand radiant heat up to 2500 °F (1370 °C), built for high-temperature environments, and helps protect and prolong the life of engine components.
Heat is energy. Holding that heat inside the turbine rather than letting it radiate out can help the turbo keep spinning through gear shifts — a technique long used in racing.
What owners report
Owners report lower under-hood temperatures after fitting, with engine and oil temperatures unchanged, as expected. One owner reports about 1 psi more boost, and another owner notes the turbo inlet is cool enough to touch after a drive where it was not before. See the reviews on this page.
Construction
- Carbon fabric outer shell
- Calcium Magnesium Silicate Wool inner core
- High-temperature Silica fabric
- Stainless steel rivets
- Made in the United Kingdom
Installation
- It fits without removing the turbocharger or any oil lines; the fit is tight, so take your time working it into place.
- The product photos show the blanket upside down. Fit it with the centre tab on top (topside).
- Clearance around the factory heat shield is tight, and some owners have had to position the blanket carefully to get the heat shield back on. Work it into place patiently rather than forcing it.
- Expect a burning smell and a little smoke the first time the turbo gets hot. This is normal — it comes from oil and dirt off your hands during the install, and the turbo runs hot enough to vaporise it. We suggest a light drive of under a mile to warm the turbo, then stop, open the hood and idle for about 5 minutes so the smell stays out of the cabin.
Warranty
1 year warranty from N75 Motorsports.
FAQ
Do I have to remove the turbo to install it?
No. It installs without removing the turbocharger or any oil lines, though the fit is tight.
Which way does it go on?
The product photos show the blanket upside down. Fit it with the centre tab on top.
Is the smoke and smell after install normal?
Yes. It burns off the oil and dirt from your hands during the install. Warm the turbo on a short drive, then idle with the hood open for about 5 minutes to keep the smell out of the cabin.
Will it change my oil or coolant temperatures?
It targets radiant under-hood heat, not coolant or oil temperature. Owners report lower engine-bay temperatures, with engine and oil temperatures unchanged. If you have install questions, email info@n75motorsports.ca.