Purdue Performance x Funk Motorsport TD04 Downpipe Blanket

The Purdue Performance x Funk Motorsport TD04 Downpipe Blanket is designed to dramatically improve heat management on high-performance TD04 turbocharged setups. Developed specifically for the compact Abarth engine bay, this premium thermal blanket helps reduce engine bay temperatures, improve exhaust gas flow, and protect surrounding components from excessive heat exposure.

Available for both Sports Cat and De-Cat downpipes, the blanket can also be specified in either a Titanium finish or a Carbon finish, allowing you to match both the performance and appearance of your build.

Why Use a Purdue Performance x Funk Motorsport Downpipe Blanket?

As many Abarth owners know, the engine bay is an extremely compact environment. Consequently, heat management quickly becomes a major issue on higher-powered vehicles.

The Purdue Performance x Funk Motorsport Downpipe Blanket creates a thermal barrier around the sports cat or de-cat downpipe. Therefore, it helps retain heat energy within the exhaust gases while significantly reducing radiant heat inside the engine bay.

Because hotter exhaust gases travel faster than colder gases, retaining heat inside the downpipe improves gas velocity and overall exhaust flow efficiency. As a result, turbo response and system performance can improve under demanding driving conditions.

Improved Intake Temperatures & Engine Efficiency

Alongside improving exhaust gas flow, this TD04 downpipe blanket also helps lower intake temperatures by reducing heat soak within the engine bay.

As intake temperatures increase, incoming air becomes less dense. Consequently, the engine receives less oxygen during combustion, which can lead to noticeable power loss over time.

By prioritising thermal management with a Purdue Performance x Funk Motorsport Downpipe Blanket, intake temperatures can remain lower and more stable. Therefore, the engine benefits from denser intake air, improved combustion efficiency, and more consistent power delivery.

Additionally, the blanket helps protect:

• Intake systems
• Wiring looms
• Coolant hoses
• Heat-sensitive engine bay components

Premium Funk Motorsport Construction

Manufactured using premium heat-resistant materials, this blanket is built to withstand the extreme temperatures associated with high-performance turbo systems.

Features include:

• Multi-layer thermal insulation
• High-temperature resistant outer material
• Reinforced stitching for durability
• Precision fitment for TD04 downpipes
• Available in Titanium or Carbon finish

As a result, the blanket provides long-term thermal protection while maintaining a premium appearance within the engine bay.

Available Variants

The Purdue Performance x Funk Motorsport TD04 Downpipe Blanket is available in multiple configurations:

Downpipe Options

• Sports Cat Version
• De-Cat Version

Finish Options

• Titanium Finish
• Carbon Finish

This allows you to choose the ideal specification for your setup.

Key Features

• Developed in collaboration with Funk Motorsport
• Designed specifically for TD04 turbo downpipes
• Available for Sports Cat or De-Cat systems
• Available in Titanium or Carbon finish
• Improves heat management within the engine bay
• Helps reduce intake temperatures
• Improves exhaust gas flow efficiency
• Protects surrounding heat-sensitive components
• Ideal for fast road and track applications

Built for High-Performance Abarth Setups

The Purdue Performance x Funk Motorsport TD04 Downpipe Blanket is an essential upgrade for anyone pushing higher power levels from their turbocharged setup. By reducing heat soak and improving thermal efficiency, it helps support more consistent performance and increased reliability during hard driving.

Whether your car is road-driven or track-focused, proper heat management remains critical — and this blanket is designed to deliver exactly that.

More info on this available from our friends over at Funk Motorsport HERE.

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