My Turbo Project...

[Mark_H]

Well just thought I'd post some pics on my little project. This is a full custom kit that I'm puting together. I'll be running 6.5psi and hopefully have her on the road tonight!:)
M
Enjoy...

-Turbonetics 60-1 HIFI Turbo
-Rev Hard Manifold
-Custom FMIC 20"x7"x3" core
-Custom M&S Production 2.5" mandrel charge and IC piping
-Tial 35mm WG w/ .45 bar spring
-Tial BOV
-2.5" Mandrel bent M&S Production DP
-Missing Link Check valve
-Vortech 12:1 FMU
-Accel High flow inline Fuel pump w/ custom Steel braided lines

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[stu]

I am planning to do the same thing that you are, but in the far future because I am jobless. Anyway, is it the wastegate that determines the boost level? How much have you spent so far? Last, how much boost can you run on a stock block? I have GSR, should make much of a difference in how much boost I can hold on a stock block?

[forum]

;wor; thats one big ass intercooler, should be pretty d*mn fast after your done

[nolimitsoldier]

that's cooo! I saw a turbo'd teg in littleton the other day driving. I heard it and was like "whoa, that's a turbo teg"

It had a 1.8T emblem on the back, hehe!

[Talonstylz]

Damn, that looks good! Cant wait to see the time drop!

[2000SiVTEC]

Wow, looks good. So do you have it running yet?

[Scuba_Steve]

Originally posted by stu
I am planning to do the same thing that you are, but in the far future because I am jobless. Anyway, is it the wastegate that determines the boost level? How much have you spent so far? Last, how much boost can you run on a stock block? I have GSR, should make much of a difference in how much boost I can hold on a stock block?

Yes the spring in the wastegate determines the boost, unless you get a boost controller, then you can go higher than the wastegate just not lower. A GSR has 10:1 compression so keep it no higher than 10psi and you'll be ok. I'd keep it at 8psi most of the time if I were you. A Type-R is 10.6:1 so I wouldn't go over 8psi, 6psi daily would be safe.

[B20civic]

Originally posted by nolimitsoldier
that's cooo! I saw a turbo'd teg in littleton the other day driving. I heard it and was like "whoa, that's a turbo teg"

It had a 1.8T emblem on the back, hehe! was it a black coupe on 17" rims, with a roll bar, and racing seat? if so, it was my friend Will. its pretty fuckin quick :cool:

[Violator]

that's gonna be one mean Type R, what times do you think you'll get out of that?

[Mark_H]

I got the car up and running on Friday night. I'm only boosting 4psi right now and it runs really well and feels pretty damn strong. I raced my buddies '95 Eclipse GSX w/ an intake and pulled pretty hard a few times, and was shifting conservatively at about 7000 RPM's. I plan on upping the boost to 6.5psi and hope to be running low 14's at worst, w/ full interior and street tires.
M

[TedR719]

Very Sweet. How much did you save vs. buying a DRAG kit or any other kit if you dont mind me asking?

and does that tial wastegate clear the hood fine?



Originally posted by 01ITR#700
I got the car up and running on Friday night. I'm only boosting 4psi right now and it runs really well and feels pretty damn strong. I raced my buddies '95 Eclipse GSX w/ an intake and pulled pretty hard a few times, and was shifting conservatively at about 7000 RPM's. I plan on upping the boost to 6.5psi and hope to be running low 14's at worst, w/ full interior and street tires.
M

[w00dr0w]

Nice Mark! Can't wait to ride in it. Gimmie a call when you're up here next.

[Mark_H]

I have around $2400 or less invested, and that includes everything from the oil to the beer I paid with for some misc. welding etc. I think it's safe to say I did a lot of searching etc. and put together a kit that is way better than any premanufactured kit and costs alot less:) A few friends and businesses were really cool and gave me great deals as well.
I hope to get to the track next wednesday to see what she runs. Oh and yes, the WG does currently slightly touch the hood when it's closed, it kind of sucks but there is a lot of shit you have to deal with for a custom kit. I'm extremely happy with so far.
M
I'll give you call next time I'm up there Jeremy.

[V8SpankR]

Pretty sweet but keep it tuned,we don't need to see another turbo Honda on this board blow up,especially a Type R. :eek:

[HONDA GHANDI]

when you coming down for dyno time Mark?

[justin]

Looking sweet man. Did you have your IC piping welded for the most part or what? My manifold, turbo, and downpipe are in the mail with the intercooler, piping, and everything else coming in a week and a half. I have mandrel bends I'm gonna need to fab up for the intercooler piping so I was just wondering where you got yours done at.

Justin

[Mark_H]

I did all the piping with Mandrel bent U bends myself. In my sig you'll see my business, thats what I do. Custom IC piping, Air intakes, downpipes etc. I cut, mark, and clock all my pipes and have a shop weld everything for me. I plan on getting a welder sometime way down the road hopefully.
M

[nolimitsoldier]

damn, I want one...

[justin]

Originally posted by 01ITR#700
I did all the piping with Mandrel bent U bends myself. In my sig you'll see my business, thats what I do. Custom IC piping, Air intakes, downpipes etc. I cut, mark, and clock all my pipes and have a shop weld everything for me. I plan on getting a welder sometime way down the road hopefully.
M

Cool, I may be asking you for some help in getting my IC piping done then in the hear future :)

Justin

[BluByU]

Lookin good. You going to club clash?

[V8SpankR]

Originally posted by BluByU
Lookin good. You going to club clash?


Yes,run with us on Friday,I want to see it in person.

[Mark_H]

Thanks for all the comments.
I might make it down to Bandimere on Friday, if not I'm going to go to Test and Tune next Wednesday for sure. Actually Friday is definately out, I just realised I have to work untill 6.
M

[HONDA GHANDI]

Ill try to make it with you Mark. I should have the Si charged by then.

[Mark_H]

Cool,
Let me know if you can make it.
M

[AcuraBro]

Good show, that's pretty cool. That should be good enough for a 13 I would hope, tires are key though.... You'll be at IDRC, yes?

[Mark_H]

13's would be nice but I'm not real sure what I'll hit, I'd be happy with low 14's. I realized yesterday after connecting my stock cat and exhaust that the turbo lags a BUNCH more than an open Downpipe. For IDRC I'll probabaly drop the exhaust and run 6.5psi and hope for 13's.
I'll be running the stock ITR wheels and tires, Potenza Re-10's.
M

[stu]

Good luck on hitting thirteens man!