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8ballsin · 03-23-2008, 01:17 PM

first of all i have a D16A6 completely tore apart i am going to rebuild it and i want to boost it i have never done anything like this before so i nned some help what are the things i should change i am assuming cam, pistions, valves but i dont know what would be the better brands i am looking to spend about $1000 on parts i am doing all the work myself

INJEN78 · 03-23-2008, 04:19 PM

what are your power goals???
your not going to get far with 1g...
in any rebuild you need all new bearings,seals,gaskets,hardware(bol ts,nuts,washers)
then a hone,and its good idea to have the block checked for problems

8ballsin · 03-23-2008, 05:20 PM

the block is fine it only had a blown head gasket that i done im in germany so its kinda hard to get shit done for cheap so im doing all the work myself in the auto shop here on the army post the block has been cleaned and the only thing is the head i have to choices i can rebuild my head or i can put on the vtec head i have one here the reason i havent swapped them yet was because ive heard that when you boost a vtec it fucks shit up but didnt know for sure

BrutalB83 · 03-23-2008, 06:45 PM

You heard wrong. It's fine to boost on a VTEC engine. You just need to make sure it's tuned well, but that should be a necessity for any turbo build anyway...

INJEN78 · 03-23-2008, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by 8ballsin

the block is fine it only had a blown head gasket that i done im in germany so its kinda hard to get shit done for cheap so im doing all the work myself in the auto shop here on the army post the block has been cleaned and the only thing is the head i have to choices i can rebuild my head or i can put on the vtec head i have one here the reason i havent swapped them yet was because ive heard that when you boost a vtec it fucks shit up but didnt know for sure

ok so power goals??

8ballsin · 03-24-2008, 03:06 AM

250-300 whp

monotech909 · 03-24-2008, 04:02 AM

Sleeve the block and then take it from there.
Eagle rods are good for its price.
Arias turbo pistons are definately a good choice.

If you plan on building it for that much Hp you will need to spend top dollar and that way you can make good boost. $1,000 is nothing for trying to gain that much horse power. Thats just enough to get you some pistons and rods.

Blanco · 03-24-2008, 06:10 AM

You can get a set of Tuner Toys rods and Vitara pistons for around $500 and all of the new gaskets, seals, and bearings

You don't need to touch the valves unless they're bent, burned up, or otherwise not seating properly. You can find out if they're seating properly by shining a flash light into the ports while the valves are closed, if you can see light they aren't sealing fully.

You don't need an aftermarket cam, but you'll make the power easier with one. You'll want a turbo grind instead of a all-motor grind.

LS_VTEC · 03-24-2008, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Blanco

You don't need to touch the valves unless they're bent, burned up, or otherwise not seating properly. You can find out if they're seating properly by shining a flash light into the ports while the valves are closed, if you can see light they aren't sealing fully.

Good information Scott, but your method of checking the seats isnt exactly sufficient enough. When the engine is under load is when the seats take the beating. A cylinder leakage test would be the correct method. Although your method will work IF they are severely unseated.

INJEN78 · 03-24-2008, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by 8ballsin

250-300 whp

honestly i dont think your goals are realistic with the budget...
you will need a good tune,all the new parts def new rods,because stock is guaranteed up to 200hp

sevenhillsbilly · 03-24-2008, 04:15 PM

i am doing the same build and if you are going to keep your budget to 1000 u wont do it
and the vtec head is a great idea because it adds like 20 to 30 hp automaticly but the biggest thing is the tune after you bolt on a turbo and dont run over 16-18psi or you will blow your motor

LS_VTEC · 03-24-2008, 04:20 PM

sevenhillsbilly, keep in mind PSI means nothing. If your engine only makes 200whp on 20psi due to the tiny blow dryer under the hood than its fine. Now on the other hand if you have a massive 60-1 under the hood, 20psi would definately toast your stock engine. 10psi on that engine with that much larger turbo will make more power than the smaller snail on double the boost. Fuel Tuning is key.

03-23-2008, 01:17 PM	#1
8ballsin Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Heidelberg,Germany Posts: 68 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 1990 Honda CRX Si Rep Power: 3	rebuilding for boost first of all i have a D16A6 completely tore apart i am going to rebuild it and i want to boost it i have never done anything like this before so i nned some help what are the things i should change i am assuming cam, pistions, valves but i dont know what would be the better brands i am looking to spend about $1000 on parts i am doing all the work myself

03-23-2008, 04:19 PM	#2
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BrutalB83 Crusher of Noob Ambitions Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Oxford, MI Age: 25 Posts: 6,475 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 97 Integra LS Coupe Rep Power: 145	You heard wrong. It's fine to boost on a VTEC engine. You just need to make sure it's tuned well, but that should be a necessity for any turbo build anyway... __________________ If you find something I say helpful, please rep it up! Also, DO NOT PM me with tech questions! Use the forums so we can all benefit from the answers. I will NOT respond to tech-related PMs... 97 Integra LS Coupe: AEM Intake/Megan Header/Magnaflow Exhaust Tokico Shocks & Springs Megan Strut Braces & H-Brace 98-01 Conversion (Front/Rear Bumpers & "Mesh" Alloys)

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03-23-2008, 05:20 PM	#3
8ballsin Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Heidelberg,Germany Posts: 68 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 1990 Honda CRX Si Rep Power: 3	the block is fine it only had a blown head gasket that i done im in germany so its kinda hard to get shit done for cheap so im doing all the work myself in the auto shop here on the army post the block has been cleaned and the only thing is the head i have to choices i can rebuild my head or i can put on the vtec head i have one here the reason i havent swapped them yet was because ive heard that when you boost a vtec it fucks shit up but didnt know for sure

03-24-2008, 03:06 AM	#6
8ballsin Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Heidelberg,Germany Posts: 68 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 1990 Honda CRX Si Rep Power: 3	250-300 whp

03-24-2008, 04:02 AM	#7
monotech909 Got V-tec? Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Inland Empire Posts: 109 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: Whip! Rep Power: 3	Sleeve the block and then take it from there. Eagle rods are good for its price. Arias turbo pistons are definately a good choice. If you plan on building it for that much Hp you will need to spend top dollar and that way you can make good boost. $1,000 is nothing for trying to gain that much horse power. Thats just enough to get you some pistons and rods.

03-24-2008, 04:15 PM	#11
sevenhillsbilly Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 384 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 89 honda crx si and 94 chevy s10 dropped Rep Power: 6	i am doing the same build and if you are going to keep your budget to 1000 u wont do it and the vtec head is a great idea because it adds like 20 to 30 hp automaticly but the biggest thing is the tune after you bolt on a turbo and dont run over 16-18psi or you will blow your motor

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