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i really need more specific help as i dont want to make any mistakes...
I want to be a pre 96 civic non vtec and place a turbo on it, im comming from audi turbos so i dont know much about civics, what do i need to look for in an average civic so it could be easy to put a turbo on it.
Thats my first question, next would be, what do i need to make sure is included in a turbo kit, other then the turbo ofcoarse...
please help...
when you say a pre 96 civic what are you refering to? EG? fark even a 86 civic would be classified as 'pre 96'
as for the turbo have a SEARCH. see what other people have on other setups for similar cars/engines. most people with hi-po setups go thru some trial and error to get it running nice so have a read and u could save yourself some time and money.
another thing is your budget.... how much money u looking as spending on this project?
the other thing is what is your goal? are you after a power figure? a track time? a quarter mile time? as your goal will affect the mods to your car greatly.
my goal isnt anything big, just a turbo on a civic to be different :) and im not a big fan of vtec...
so i want a simple setup..
I just want a check list of items i need to buy before i know ive got it all... and which engines do i look for, 92-96 civics... is carby okay? is 1.5 ? 1.6?
what exactly... help would be good.. i know others have setups but i dont know anything about civics so thos engine codes dont make sense...
help?
u want fuel injected. carby is gonna be very hard to turbo i think?
dont do the carby thing. thats too funny. 1.6 variety would be perfect. 1.8 even better... but it all depends on your commitment though. more boost = more commitment.
and stop listening to rnb =P
do you have a civic already? or are you looking to buy one and turbo it? more information is needed
im looking to buy one to turbo up so i need u guys (who know about them) to help me choose one that i know has potential butttt i dont want to go all out i wanna keep it as cheap as possible (if possible) dont know what my exact budget is yet, we'll see how it comes ... also most civics (e.g glis) seem to be 1.5 injected is that ok?
honestly, do 95% of the research yourself as most people will lead you down the wrong path. Its your money not theirs so they can suggest anything. Have a look around on what ther people have used for engines in the same car. Then look at what size turbo to go for(trim). Then look at engine management.
Once you have an idea, write it all down. Check with others to be sure it will work. A few technicians on here can look over your stuff and tell you what you could achieve.
B series are probly the easiest to work with as many parts are interchangeable like looms, gearbox, mounts, clusters ect..
thanx heaps that helps, sounds like ur talking from experience... does the gear box have to be changed or just the below is needed to place a turbo in:
Turbo Manifold
Wastegate
Turbocharger
Downpipe
Exhaust System
Air Filter
Intercooler Pipe
Intercooler
Blow Off Valve
Vacuum Hose and 'T' Fittings
Oil Supply and Return Hoses
Boost Controller
Fuel and Engine Management
also im looking for a shop to do it for me, but MRT quoted 15,000 , i dont like them too much when it comes to price but i "hear" quality is good, anyone else out there do this?
is a haltech computer ne good?
and i cant seem to find any injected civics, there all carby? between that year
do some research yourself, then come back with a proposed setup, and people will be far more likely to help you.
there isnt a single thing relating to this topic that you wouldnt be able to find info on, on the net
i know but sometimes peoples opinions or experiences can help... but ur right i found those answers now this is what im thinking i need so far:
aside from parts ive been told i need someone to do the engine compression, is that the ecu that does that or someone themselves?
what is the point of a forum if someone asks something and is asked to use google instead? lol
i know u may know this but others dont