Available tuning options — Stage 1, Stage 2 and Stage 3

What is a hybrid turbo?

A hybrid turbo retains an architecture suited to the interfaces of the specific turbocharger whilst incorporating internal modifications. Depending on the upgrade package, these may involve the compressor wheel, the housings, the turbine wheel, the thrust bearing or balancing.

The aim is d to adapt the compression and air flow d to a specific tuning programme. A hybrid turbo is therefore not defined solely by the appearance of its compressor wheel, but by the consistency of its geometry, components and machining.

MFS compressor wheel: standard or ‘ Performance ’?

MFS stands for ‘Milled From Solid’, meaning a wheel machined from a solid block. This technology describes the manufacturing process and does not, on its own, guarantee an increase in air flow d. A standard MFS wheel may retain a geometry equivalent to that d of the original.

The MFS Performance wheel used in this build is described as a forged aluminium wheel, which is lighter, larger and taller than the d'original. The technical specification indicates a 15 per cent increase in compression capacity, though this does not constitute a guarantee of increased engine power.

A standard MFS impeller can be just as efficient as an MFS impeller Performance. It is not its appearance that determines its performance, but its geometry and its ability to move more d air. A higher flow rate can only be utilised with a coherent engine tuning programme.

Why does the geometry of the blades influence the air flow rate d?

The compressor impeller draws in and then compresses the air sent to the engine. Its diameter, profile, height, width and blade arrangement influence its aerodynamic behaviour and its ability to move air within certain operating ranges.

The result also depends on the housings, the turbine wheel, the boost pressure and the engine management system. A larger wheel does not automatically guarantee better performance and may alter the response time as well as the optimal operating range d.

Reliability and balancing of the hybrid turbo

The 360° bearing stop helps to distribute the axial forces applied to the rotor more evenly. It does not eliminate the need d for proper lubrication or compliance with installation conditions.

Each documented batch undergo d high-speed balancing at 150,000 rpm on a Cimat VSR test bench. This process aims to minimise vibrations and mechanical stresses on the rotor, but does not protect against incorrect installation, inadequate lubrication or the presence d of a foreign object.

Engine remapping and preparation

The engine mapping must be adapted for to make full use of the characteristics of this hybrid turbocharger. The injection, exhaust, cooling, boost pressure and the transmission must be checked or adjusted according to the configuration. The wastegate must be adjusted when the ECU is remapped. No power gain can be guaranteed without a complete and properly tuned set-up.

Turbo part numbers

OEM part numbers

Manufacturer part numbers

Compatible vehicles and applications

Additional technical specifications

Installation advice

How do you identify the correct turbo?

Check the part number marked on the original turbo d, the OEM and manufacturer part numbers, as well as the make, model, generation, body style, engine type, power output, production period and engine code. The same engine type may be fitted with several different turbochargers.

If in doubt, please contact us with the part number clearly visible on your original turbocharger d.