ok so ive caved..

[Vance_Miller]

im looking into a turbo for my d16
it has stock internals
and im considering this kit..
http://www.jdmcarboy.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=5_115_117_780&products_id=2606&zenid=7342314b5d7a7f2d6f508261f40a2ae7

is this a decent kit or no? and also how much boost can my motor handle?

 

[roc0487]

Kit isn't bad but I would piece one together, a g for ALMOST a kit is crazy. and as far as the boost your motor can handle it all depends... before you go slappin a snail on it have a leakdown and compression test done to see what shape she's in.

 

[1FastEX1994]

agreed,

 

[umair]

+1 check to see if your motor is in good condition first. that a little too much for 1000. i would just make my own kit. i would take the xs power kit for 500 over that.

 

[Vance_Miller]

i would like to get a better kit but i cant afford them, im expecting to only boost about 5-6 pounds anyways

where would i get a leak down and compression test done? just any mechanic shop?

 

[bizoneoeh]

that looks like a cheap kit. I would just piece one together.





and moved!

 

[civhatch92]

that looks like a cheap kit. I would just piece one together.

piece one together.. you'll be happier with the results.

 

[Vance_Miller]

how much more would it be to piece one together?

 

[HatchmanEJ6]

also the word is that jdmcarboy sucks...bad. maybe look at another place for buyin the setup. just to be safe

 

[civhatch92]

how much more would it be to piece one together?

Perhaps more than that.. but you really do have to "pay to play"

 

[Vance_Miller]

any suggestions for places to look for a turbo or turbo kit at?

 

[UCCRacing]

Google is your friend man......

http://www.hondaclub.com/forum/articles/2760-how-turbo-look-here-first.html

http://www.homemadeturbo.com/

http://www.junkyardturbos.com/

That kit looks like an over priced Ebay kit...

I would go with a intercooler set up off ebay and then the rest piece together.... I mean I found my turbo on craigslist for 300 bucks, had most of the parts I needed... Just need a down pipe, new filter, sold the OLD GREDDY Blue box and bought a Emanage... So Im at about 500 now.... And it is 50 state Carb Legal.. I want bigger, but sounds like something like that would be perfect for you.... Good Luck

 

[got traction]

do NOT buy from jdmcarboy they are a bunch of theifs, and that kit is not worth it. Not name brand = zero quality. Save yourself the trouble even if it costs a little more upfront. You'll save money in the long run.

 

[Esotericimage]

Quality= Go-Autoworks.com

Do it right the 1st time so you dont have to replace everything in a month.

Ive learned with turbo kits that when you try and save a dollar, it will cost you 2

 

[Vance_Miller]

wnna sell your kit!? haha
thanks guys but i got about $1,100 to spend and it doesnt sound like i can get a decent turbo kit for that..

Google is your friend man......

http://www.hondaclub.com/forum/articles/2760-how-turbo-look-here-first.html

http://www.homemadeturbo.com/

http://www.junkyardturbos.com/

That kit looks like an over priced Ebay kit...

I would go with a intercooler set up off ebay and then the rest piece together.... I mean I found my turbo on craigslist for 300 bucks, had most of the parts I needed... Just need a down pipe, new filter, sold the OLD GREDDY Blue box and bought a Emanage... So Im at about 500 now.... And it is 50 state Carb Legal.. I want bigger, but sounds like something like that would be perfect for you.... Good Luck

 

[Vance_Miller]

thanks for the lookout!

do NOT buy from jdmcarboy they are a bunch of theifs, and that kit is not worth it. Not name brand = zero quality. Save yourself the trouble even if it costs a little more upfront. You'll save money in the long run.

 

[UCCRacing]

wnna sell your kit!? haha
thanks guys but i got about $1,100 to spend and it doesnt sound like i can get a decent turbo kit for that..

I'm Not out... This kit was actually made for your car! But it still needs a few things... Not a big deal...Let me see what I can do...