Quote Originally Posted by Limbo View Post
Apexi AFC Neo - dunno if that's the best option. I'd pay another few hundred and get a hondata or PFC, it will save you more headache in the long run
I know the AFC isnt the best option, however we are talking another 1-1.5k for hondata or chipped ecu. fact is, i can tune the AFC on the fly, saving a few more hundred on dyno/tuning time. the AFC splices into existing wiring, whereas hondata/chipped ecu need to add wiring, new dizzy, etc. imo just not worth it for a D16Y4.

Quote Originally Posted by MikeyG View Post
do a minime conversion and bore your block then slap the turbo on
If i were to fully upgrade to hondata/chipped ecu, which is needed to do mini-me, id probably do a swap. fact is im on a budget & can make do with the parts listed above.

Quote Originally Posted by hisoka View Post
how much of a loan you allowed to take out.
Im hoping for 3k. this loan is strictly for turbo setup...

Can anyone give me a vague idea of how much a mild steel 2.5" downpipe would be? im also keeping internal wastegate. ive looked at the edelbrock cast iron exhaust elbow, but @ $180us, im sure i can find an exhaust shop to make me a downpipe for that much in aud...