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Looking To turbo my DOHC 1.8

Posted: June 27th, 2010, 1:49 pm
by HardShifter
I'm plaining on installing a T3/T4 Turbo Charger on to my 1.8 DOHC MX3. Can my engine handle that the way it is or should I upgrade anything in the engine like the valves and cams. if so where can i get these parts? I'm also having a hard time finding a turbo manifold and downpipe.

Re: Looking To turbo my DOHC 1.8

Posted: June 27th, 2010, 1:57 pm
by ice_mann
You should check the FAQ's and use the search function, theres countless posts on the subject... :roll:

Re: Looking To turbo my DOHC 1.8

Posted: June 27th, 2010, 3:48 pm
by RS_OBD'oh_2
if you've upgraded to the 1.8BP, (from the 1.6b6) read mike's worklog. T3/t4 may not be your best choice, start with the manifold then go from there.

Re: Looking To turbo my DOHC 1.8

Posted: June 28th, 2010, 1:11 am
by HardShifter
I haven't been having much luck finding that information on here. That is why I am asking. There is stuff about turbos but nothing about what I wanna know.

Re: Looking To turbo my DOHC 1.8

Posted: June 28th, 2010, 2:34 am
by Demonic1
The BP is a pretty stout engine, even with stock internals. It should be able to handle 7-8 pounds of boost without any issues. T3/T4 would probably be overkill though.
Upgraded internals are needed/recommended for any real power.

The manifold will more than likely have to be custom made. There may be some in the for sale section.

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Re: Looking To turbo my DOHC 1.8

Posted: June 28th, 2010, 4:50 pm
by RS_OBD'oh_2
edt racing makes the bp turbo mani. I believe it bolts to a gt25/28 frame. What clutch are you running in the bp? If you have not upgraded it, you should do so first. Stock b6/bp are good for 200-250 in stock form... IFFFFFF it has a good tune.

Re: Looking To turbo my DOHC 1.8

Posted: June 30th, 2010, 7:04 pm
by HardShifter
The only thing that is done to the tranny is the Clutch. it came with it so I'm not sure what kind but its not stock. It grips like a racing clutch.

Re: Looking To turbo my DOHC 1.8

Posted: July 1st, 2010, 7:30 pm
by Limegreen mx-3
T3/t4 is not over kill given to do a decent turbo setup, engine management is the key. If your not wiling to do neither, because it isn't cheap than yes wanting to install a t3/t4 turbo is over kill.

What are your power goals if your thinking spending 500 bucks will get you in turbo form, your better off all motor.

Re: Looking To turbo my DOHC 1.8

Posted: July 1st, 2010, 8:00 pm
by HardShifter
I have been looking around for valve and cam upgrades. anyone know where I can Possibly find those online?

Re: Looking To turbo my DOHC 1.8

Posted: July 5th, 2010, 10:43 am
by mrwhite
I find RS oh to be very helpful

To answer hardshitters question, supertect makes parts for the engine. Belfab products. Eagle I believe. There's one more company that I kno of I think wiseco (sp)