OPINIONS/HELP - d16 vtec turbo ?

[slick_civic]

I have a 95 civic si coupe, with a d16 V-tec, and i dont want to waste to much money with engine swaps and stuff (unless i really have to).
Im thinking of turboing my d16 v tec.. can anyone please give me some opinions or help?
What stuff should i change?
also, i found a turbo kit from ebay (about $850), are they any good or should i go to a different source to get turbo kits?
And do i have to get a dyno test ? Also, will it be hard or not as good if i turbo a v tec engine?
If i do end up turboing the d16 will i notice much power difference?
Could someone please answer those and also give me opinions, stuff ill have to change, get or upgrade, etc? Thank you in advance.

 

[mymmeryloss]

a turbo d series is great..
try turbodseries.org i believe for more info, but i would not go with an ebay turbo if u want it to be very reliable..

it all depends on which d series u have. i am guessing its a z6 since it says u have an si in ur avy.

u will need a tune and some dyno time wouldnt hurt.

look to spend about $1000-3000 for a decent setup to get u around or above 200hp at the wheels..

 

[civicfan111]

a decent turbo on a properly build D can easily double ur wheel horsepower

Dont use ebay for ur turbo, it wont last..

get ur engine compression tested..

read this..
http://garage.redlinemotive.com/story/how-to-build-a-turbo-honda/

and vtec is always a plus

 

[slick_civic]

thank you guys,

been watching youtube videos, civics with b16 turbos.. whats everyones opinions on them?

 

[slick_civic]

a decent turbo on a properly build D can easily double ur wheel horsepower

Dont use ebay for ur turbo, it wont last..

get ur engine compression tested..

read this..
http://garage.redlinemotive.com/story/how-to-build-a-turbo-honda/

and vtec is always a plus

excellent site, thank you bro!

 

[187civic]

b16 turbo are sick and way more worthy but d series is awesome to though

 

[civicfan111]

b16 turbo are sick and way more worthy but d series is awesome to though

money is a factor..and actually LS/Vtec turbo is the way to go
but if u dont have a lot to spend...turboing the D is still a huge dif and if the motor is properly built itll hang with the Bs no prob..

 

[spoon egg]

I used to have a D16z6 turbo and it was pretty fun. good ol' 13 sec car on stock block. Here's my list of things that I bought with prices to give you a rough estimate.
Garrett T3/T4 Turbo. forgot the exact specs. $300
Ebay log manifold-$120
Tial 38mm Wastegate used-$120
Greddy type RS BOV- $200
Ebay Intercooler piping w/intercooler-$200
RC 550cc injectors used-$150
Golden Eagle oil feed sandwich adapter-$40
Golden Eagle Vacuum manifold-$40
spark plugs-$15
Custom Downpipe-$20
Little fittings, hoses, and clamps-$50
Hondata S300 tuned by authorized dealer- around $800

 

[31dev31]

Ebay is good for cheap prices on things like pipings, manifolds (although this one varies), and intercoolers. Everything else is recommended to be bought from a trusted source.

 

[slick_civic]

thank you everyone !
i appriciate everyones info/opinion.

I'll try turboing the D16, hopefully ill feel the pick up in acceleration, since i dont right now lol.
Feels like once i hit v-tec it just gets loud, but thats it lol

 

[bizoneoeh]

you can try to piece one yourself using DSM parts too.