how EZ?

[cIvicBong]

how easy is it to install a turbo kit? could someone that is somewhat knowledgable in the mechanics of hondas install it them selves if they bought the kit?

[jokenessmonster]

I had a limited knowledge of mechanics when i put my kit on. I think all I had done before was an intake, exhaust and some suspension stuff. It's not that difficult and will save you a buttload of money. Not to mention if something breaks you have an idea of how to fix it. If someone else puts your kit on and something breaks you won't know what to do. Always do it yourself (with guidance if you need it), nothing sucks worse than being stuck on the side of the road and not knowing what to do.

[fr3nz33]

What he means is you can def. install the turbo yourself with some hard work, but i don't think a "kit" is necessarily the best way to do it. from what i've read/heard is that you should try to compile parts for the build indepenently and then install. With the exception of the turbo itself, used isn't so bad. but, that's just repeating what i've learned so far. :clap

[jokenessmonster]

If you don't know what you're doing then don't try to make a kit yourself. Trust me.

[cIvicBong]

so i should get a pre-made kit? heres one i was looking at.


Brand: TSI
Desc: 01 & Up Honda Civic
Type: Extreme Kit
Status: Ready to ship
Price: $2899.00
Civic Extreme Turbo Kits Include:
- Garrett T25 Turbo w/ Wastegate
- Cast Exhaust Manifold
- Chrome Heat Shield
- Downpipe w/ Gasket
- Map Unit (Black Box)
- 2 Injectors & Interface Block
- TSI Injection Control Unit w/ Turbo Timer
- TSI Blow Off Valve (BOV)
- TSI High Flow Front-Mount Intercooler
- Polished Aluminum Intercooler Piping
- SS Braided lines for Water Cooling
- SS Braided lines for Oiling
- Return Hose and Fittings for Oil to Pan
- All Hoses & Clamps
- All Necessary Hardware & Fittings
- Generic Install Instructions
- Injector Control System Settings
For Engines: D17
Boost: 6 PSI
HP Gain: 56% Increase (safely on stock engine)
Turbo Efficiency: 325+ HP
Direct Bolt-On: Yes
Warranty: 5 Year on Cast, 1 Year Accessories
Ball Bearing Upgrade: $400.00 - T25 Dual BB
Ball Bearing Upgrade: $500.00 - T28 Dual BB
Fuel System Upgrade: $350.00 - Includes SAFC (or VAFC) & (4) 440cc Injectors
Fuel System Downgrade: -$400.00 - Removes all Fuel Management Parts from Turbo Kit


http://www.turbokits.com/civic_turbo_kits.html

[dsrspwr]

its a full kit, but that seems a little pricey for a small turbo

[travizx0r]

yeah i would have to say that you could find one with a bigger turbo for around that price but if your wanting boost quick then you could probably go with that one buy as you get to redline you probably wont have much boost. just ask george(dsrspwr) he probably drops a pound or so by redline if he decides to run a bit more boost.