Turbocharging an Integra

Heya guys, this is my first post here. After having a quick search it seems some people have asked this question before but none have a specific engine and turbo combination so here goes.

I recently bought myself a project car which I plan on turbocharging. It's a Honda Integra 1993 also known as Acura in other parts of the world, with a B18B1 Honda engine. One of my roommates is into cars as well, (gotta say I'm quite jealous of his ~400KW AWD skyline) and has gifted me a turbocharger which he no longer needs. A Garret GT2560R.

I've been doing some research on installing this puppy on my NASP car and I'm seeking some guidance to do this safely. I have quite a low budget (~$1000) and would like a reliable end product.
What sort of things should I look out for, and is this even possible?

Thanks in advance
Tombini

The exhaust will cost you about your budget if you can't make it yourself..

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Originally Posted by tombini

Heya guys, this is my first post here. After having a quick search it seems some people have asked this question before but none have a specific engine and turbo combination so here goes.

I recently bought myself a project car which I plan on turbocharging. It's a Honda Integra 1993 also known as Acura in other parts of the world, with a B18B1 Honda engine. One of my roommates is into cars as well, (gotta say I'm quite jealous of his ~400KW AWD skyline) and has gifted me a turbocharger which he no longer needs. A Garret GT2560R.

I've been doing some research on installing this puppy on my NASP car and I'm seeking some guidance to do this safely. I have quite a low budget (~$1000) and would like a reliable end product.
What sort of things should I look out for, and is this even possible?

Thanks in advance
Tombini

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Add another $9,000 to your budget and you should be ok.

I'm planning on getting a turbo manifold from ebay and TIG welding the entire exhaust system myself. My question is mainly; will this blow up my engine? AND, what do I need to do to make sure I don't blow up the engine?

Ebay manifolds are renowned for not lasting long so I'd budget a lot more than the $200 or so to buy it initially. Cooler and pipe work would be about $500 if you weld it up yourself. Pump and injectors $300 for second hand, dodgy tuning using a burner etc about $600. Dump pipe, cat, exhaust-$500, incidentals $200.

So about $2.5k absolute minimum for a pretty average setup probably netting you about 145kw atw (really rough guess) and that's with your free turbo.

Then gauges, radiator, clutch(when it fails) etc etc. ..... Costs a lot but it is fun

I'm really looking forward to this! Not just for the results but also learning the mechanics as you go through.
The real answer I need, is whether this will destroy the engine. Whether it be by knocking, premature ignition or simply too much stress on the con-rod or pistons.

Will my engine blow up? How can I prevent it?

Engine will handle it you will be ok, go for it!!

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I'm really looking forward to this! Not just for the results but also learning the mechanics as you go through.
The real answer I need, is whether this will destroy the engine. Whether it be by knocking, premature ignition or simply too much stress on the con-rod or pistons.

Will my engine blow up? How can I prevent it?

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Keep the boost at safe levels andn you'll be right.

Dont' forget to factor in an ECU + tuning and dyno time

be sure to find a good tuna

What sort of boost levels will I be able to run this setup safely?

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What sort of boost levels will I be able to run this setup safely?

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27psi

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27psi

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Sounds legit...

I was thinking something around 6-8 PSI. If I increased that value, what would be the first component to go?

plenty of B series motors around, if you blow it up, put another one in.

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Sounds legit...

I was thinking something around 6-8 PSI. If I increased that value, what would be the first component to go?

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Bottom end will probably go. You wouldn't put more than 10psi on a stock motor.

if dump enough fuel into the cylinder you can run up to 16psi on stock motor,but to be safe 11psi should get you over 200hpatw.

PM DL001 on these forums - he's actually done all of this as opposed to those that theorycraft

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What sort of things should I look out for, and is this even possible?

Thanks in advance
Tombini

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Tombini welcome to OzHonda and congratulations on the project. Pictures please.

Your budget really depends on how you want to spend.. At the end of the day I don't honestly think you'd be able to have a reliable set up for $1000 but I'd be happy to have my opinion proven wrong :)

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Originally Posted by Setanta

PM DL001 on these forums - he's actually done all of this as opposed to those that theorycraft

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Good advice, shame Dean's threads not available.

I did a quick search and can't find the user DL001, which is a shame since learning from someone who's done it is the best way in my opinion. I've attached an Imgur URL which shows the beast as is;

http://imgur.com/w99Ig22,NSAIl1U#0

Vinyl wrapped, black rims and a few other cosmetic modifications. It's all bark and no bite unfortunately.

good manifold will be $1000 shipped from usa.

or tuning would be $1000

or just a ECU will be over $1000.

u have $1000 budget? dont bother

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Sounds legit...

I was thinking something around 6-8 PSI. If I increased that value, what would be the first component to go?

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piston rings.
bearings next

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I did a quick search and can't find the user DL001

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http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/member.php?1766-DLO01

:)

I own the car but bought it minus the turbo gear. There used to be a feature article on it but the website is gone sadly as his work was amazing.

Clutch hehehe

Yeah, as everyone is saying, your budget is way too low. Honda, cheap, performance, reliability, unfortunately do not go together. If you can save some more money you can get a 'good setup' and something you WILL be happy with and WILL last and WILL perform, that WONT cost you $ down the line. Use this time to do more research and increase your knowledge. Manifold, exhaust, intake piping, intercooler, fuel pump, injectors, Ecu and tuning, clutch. You'll need associated plumbing, oil feed to turbo, bung in your sump for turbo oil drain, water lines etc. Theres lots to think of and quite often one does not work without the other.

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Good advice, shame Dean's threads not available.

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It is now........
http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthr...01-Dean-s-DC2R

Hey mate. .. I did a little research myself on exactly what you are planning to do.
Now you can buy a complete turbo+cooler+everything else for as low as $1.5k.
Dont worry about the internals, you should be safe with maximum 8pound boost.
I don't know if your planning to do the labor yourself, if not then your looking at paying alot more than expected.
Once its all done you MUST get it tuned or watch it fall apart on you.

I do have a question for you though. ... you have the b18b. Is this vtec standard? And what model car is it? Gsi? Vtir?

b18b is from a gsi