I had a facinating conversation with a guy yesterday who built himself a turbo diesel snowblower (of all things)
He stuck a turbo from a Saab car on it and said a few telling things...
1) it no blows snow WAY further and never EVER bogs down.
2) It burns less fuel overall then before even with the increased power.
3) the black smoke these little diesels are known for is for the most part, gone.
I know how unscientific this is, but I have a keen interest given my use of one of these 10hp diesels on Belaero. Looks like I can get another HP or 2, lower my bsfc and pollute a bit less with the use of a little turbo.
Anyone tinker in this area?