R18 Turbo Kit

[unplugged]

Originally Posted by Kroze

oops...sorry i didn't even bother to read my own post. because i originally said was.. it is IMPOSSIBLE to get 350hp out of the civic!!!!

how so? when there are 400-500hp civics on the streets?

[leviathan18]

d17 isnt that different from r18, that is why im basing some numbers in that kit so you have and estimated in gain power... i always said if the r18 reacts the same as the d17 the power gain should be like that....

the r18 is more efficient engine so it should gain a little bit more im pretty confident we will see with a kit similar to the dezod one something in the numbers of 240 to 250whp that is a lot

[1zach4]

What you don't understand is that this thread is concerned with developing a CUSTOM kit...not one similar to the DEZOD kit, but one that is high quality and uses some of the best components in the industry with more effective tuning/reliability/more power

[leviathan18]

well i dont knwo a lot about this stuff and i dont work for them but i can tell the only guys that tell me we can do it if we find there is a lot of people interested in this i had 70 votes before this merge, but well **** happens, and ive you read the turbo kit isnt that bad they use a lot of parts you will need to use as well

1. Garrett T3/T4 Turbo
2. Dezod Motorsports Custom SS Log Style Manifold
3. Custom 2.5" Downpipe w/ High Flow Cat & 02 sensor capability**
4. TiAL Or GReddy Billet BOV
5. TiAL 38mm Wastegate w/ 5.88 PSI Spring (.4 BAR Spring)
6. Garrett Intercooler Core w/ Custom end tanks
7. Stainless Steel Charge Piping-Custom Made
8. Oil Lines
9. Most Fittings, Hoses, Gaskets & Clamps
10. Dezod Turbo Install Kit
11. Iridium Spark Plugs
12. Fuel System (RSX Type S 330CC Injectors)
13. Blitz or A'PEXi Full Auto Turbo Timer
14. GReddy Boost Controller
15. GReddy E-Manage (Main Unit)

that all performance parts and good brands blitz greddy apexi garret..... i want a nice kit that is tested like the one dezod did for the d17

[1zach4]

the problems I have with buying a "kit" is that there is a factored in labor/profit in these kits, not to mention they are not specfically tailored to an individual's needs.

If you piece together your own kit then you will have a kit with the exact options you want, and it is MUCH MUCH MUCH cheapers

[unplugged]

Originally Posted by 1zach4

the problems I have with buying a "kit" is that there is a factored in labor/profit in these kits, not to mention they are not specfically tailored to an individual's needs.

If you piece together your own kit then you will have a kit with the exact options you want, and it is MUCH MUCH MUCH cheapers

custom can be cheaper but it can also cost more. Depends on what you mean by peice your own kit.. you can make your own pipes or buy ones that might fit.. price difference can be a lot. Plus a KIT has everything you'll need so you'll save time for the most part.

In general, it can go both ways. I prefer custom since not everyone will have the same parts.

[unplugged]

Originally Posted by leviathan18

well i dont knwo a lot about this stuff and i dont work for them but i can tell the only guys that tell me we can do it if we find there is a lot of people interested in this i had 70 votes before this merge, but well **** happens, and ive you read the turbo kit isnt that bad they use a lot of parts you will need to use as well

1. Garrett T3/T4 Turbo
2. Dezod Motorsports Custom SS Log Style Manifold
3. Custom 2.5" Downpipe w/ High Flow Cat & 02 sensor capability**
4. TiAL Or GReddy Billet BOV
5. TiAL 38mm Wastegate w/ 5.88 PSI Spring (.4 BAR Spring)
6. Garrett Intercooler Core w/ Custom end tanks
7. Stainless Steel Charge Piping-Custom Made
8. Oil Lines
9. Most Fittings, Hoses, Gaskets & Clamps
10. Dezod Turbo Install Kit
11. Iridium Spark Plugs
12. Fuel System (RSX Type S 330CC Injectors)
13. Blitz or A'PEXi Full Auto Turbo Timer
14. GReddy Boost Controller
15. GReddy E-Manage (Main Unit)

that all performance parts and good brands blitz greddy apexi garret..... i want a nice kit that is tested like the one dezod did for the d17

definitely tial over greddy for bov.... seems like everyone has the type-s

[1zach4]

Originally Posted by unplugged

definitely tial over greddy for bov.... seems like everyone has the type-s

That response right there is just one of the many little reasons I will piece a kit together...you can almost guarantee no one else will have your exact same setup

[leviathan18]

goingo custom as unplugged said coul be cheaper or more expensive i think that kit is nice priced the only labour they are charging to you are the custom parts for the car... you pay for that too, custon only can be cheaper searching a lot or using cheaper parts

i preffer a kit so i wont forget anything and if the kit says you will gain X amount of HP i know im going to gain that or something similar, and always you can customize after your kit .... but rigth now i just want someone look at our poll and get interested in our engine.

[unplugged]

Cutting your own pipes, being able to bend them, etc.. would definitely lower the price. But if you go to a shop, you might end up paying the same as if you were to get a kit having them put it together for you.

Remember.. when you buy a BOV, wastegate, turbo, etc online you don't pay full MSRP usually. You can always find it cheaper. When you buy a kit, your probably paying full price for each item and the time spent developing it.

The money you save with your own custom kit, will be spent on labor tuning it. But if you do your own work, you can save some money there. Its basically a gamble. But more times than not, at least for turbo setups, custom is usually cheaper in the end because you have all the parts you want. With a kit, most people want to upgrade later on. Plus nothing beats saying, I put this together myself instead of someone saying, oh, I have another Greddy Kit like the car next to me...

[Kurt]

So, any new info on this?

[1zach4]

I had a local today quote me $805.00 for a custom fabricated log style manifold, 3in. downpipe with flex pipe, and a full 3in exhaust with the cat relocated near the rear and an apex'i N1 3in. muffler.

That also includes a flange for a GT28RS and Tial 38mm wastegate.

[Kurt]

nice. keep us updated

[leviathan18]

mmm nice 805$ then we need bigger inyector emanage intercooler, intercooler piping what else?

[skittleslegend]

Originally Posted by 1zach4

I had a local today quote me $805.00 for a custom fabricated log style manifold, 3in. downpipe with flex pipe, and a full 3in exhaust with the cat relocated near the rear and an apex'i N1 3in. muffler.

That also includes a flange for a GT28RS and Tial 38mm wastegate.

Intake or exhaust manifold? I'm guessing you're talking about the exhaust manifold. You guys should also think about switching to the RBC on the Si for the intake side. It's the best IM Honda's made yet. That should free up a bit of horsepower and since you're pumping air through the engine anyway. It helps with the top-end (much like turbos do )

[leviathan18]

skittle the intake manifold of the Si is a direct bolt on?

[1zach4]

no the Si intake manifold won't bolt up to the R18...that's like saying a K-series manifold will bolt up to a D-series or even a B to a D...I wish, but won't happen

[el_ben2]

i need a turbo!!! and quickly!

[1zach4]

pm me if you would like the manifold...I'll talk to the man making them and i'll be the test dummy (however I won't be installing a turbo just yet)

[Kurt]

So how long do you think it'll be before a kit is put together and tested and all that?