Is it just me?
18 November 2003, 12:23 PM
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Is it just me that lets my scoob warm up in the mornin to the norm operatin temp which takes about 5mins or am i not alone?and how long do you leave your moter runnin after a hard run if you aint got a turbo timer?
18 November 2003, 12:48 PM
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Just IMHO but I'd suggest letting the car idle for about 20 seconds from cold (just to let the oil get everywhere) then drive off. Just drive steadily for the first 10 mins or so to let everything warm up. This helps avoid acid and condensation build-up in the oil.
Deffo let it idle for a minute before switching off after a hard run.
Deffo let it idle for a minute before switching off after a hard run.
18 November 2003, 12:49 PM
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This is the thing that wind me up the most about owning my Scoob. I have been recommended a 15 minute warm up at no more than 3000 rpm and 3-5 minutes cool down after driving. Does this seem excessive to anyone? The car is an 03 STi (no prodrive 
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18 November 2003, 01:00 PM
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Warming up properly is a good idea as it helps protect the engine better and its the oil you need to wait for warming up not the coolent... oil takes a while probably 10minutes or so longer than the rise in water temperature...
Cooling down 3-5minutes if youve been driving hard for a lengthy period otherwise 1minute should be fine
Cooling down 3-5minutes if youve been driving hard for a lengthy period otherwise 1minute should be fine
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18 November 2003, 01:37 PM
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No, 15 - 20 minutes doesn't seem excessive, not if you are driving around town. If you are quickly on to more open roads and driving at higher speeds then it will warm right up quite a lot quicker.
My scoob is a bit clattery when it's cold - piston slap I think - but it goes away once it is fully warmed up. This takes about 20 minutes of town driving from a cold start at this time of year. It might only be 10 minutes in the summer or heading straight onto the dual carriageway and driving along with the engine spinning at 3-4k. In a way it's quite a good thing having the noise there when it's cold because it gives me an indication of when it's ready to go, and it's longer than you think, so if you care about your scooby, take it easy on it and don't cane it for the first 15 - 20 minutes.
My scoob is a bit clattery when it's cold - piston slap I think - but it goes away once it is fully warmed up. This takes about 20 minutes of town driving from a cold start at this time of year. It might only be 10 minutes in the summer or heading straight onto the dual carriageway and driving along with the engine spinning at 3-4k. In a way it's quite a good thing having the noise there when it's cold because it gives me an indication of when it's ready to go, and it's longer than you think, so if you care about your scooby, take it easy on it and don't cane it for the first 15 - 20 minutes.
18 November 2003, 01:42 PM
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I do the same - a couple of mins with the A/c on when cooling down works wonders as both cooling fans come on and the heat of the rad drops substantially. IMHO this must help cool the whole engine down and makes sure the A/C seals don't go dry!
