I figured I should post in the n00b area to save the mods some trouble. I know this question has been asked a lot (I've been searching for the past 3 days). But I'm hopefully buying a 99 civic ek hatch next weekend, the only thing is that it already has an AVO turbo kit on it. Now from my research I have learnt that the D16Y4's biggest weakness is the oil pump, and the rods . But I will be wanting to up the boost a bit (10-12psi probably), so I know this means new rods and pistons. However I can't find a definitive answer to my questions.
So basically I'm looking for answers to the following:
A. What is the best way to fix the oil pump issue in the D16Y4?
B. Is there a particular place in Victoria that people recommend which does great work on Hondas, and could handle doing a full engine rebuild and find parts for me?
C. If you have done this sort of thing before, how much am I looking at to get the block stripped, possibly re-bored, and then all the new parts put in (I am thinking about 5-6k including parts)?
In relation to A, I have searched and found high volume pumps in the U.S, and swapping to I think it was the D16Z6 oil pump, but no one really says what should be done to fix it. I have done research so please don't flame or say "how long is a piece of string" as a response. I'm new to Honda's and need some help! Thanks
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