Automatic and Turbo
12-29-2005, 09:20 PM
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Automatic and Turbo
I need to know if its ok to have a Turbo with a Automatic Transmission. its gonna be on my d16 engine. Im going to be getting this kit http://www.hopupracing.com/grtukittdhoc.html so i need to know if the tranny can handle it. Im trying to be able to run atleast 7psi on the engine and i dont want to have to swap the transmission.
12-29-2005, 10:15 PM
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The main view is that you shouldn't really race Honda's w/ automatic transmissions, the gearing generally isn't all that great and neither are the trannys. But, from what i've heard, automatics feel like they were made for turbo's. i think you'd be fine with low boost if it's just a fun car, not a serious racer.
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12-30-2005, 08:03 AM
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well i wasnt really looking to race it. I jus wanted speed here and there. The car is mainly going to be for show. But i plan on running about 7psi. do you think that will hold up
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Re: (mrbigg9032)
2k isnt worth it for 70 whp, think about it especially on such a little engine with a titanic automatic transmission. I wouldnt do it, I had a civic with a auto trans, swapped it for a manual for more money, put a turbo, head etc. for a lot more money. How much did I spend for a extra 90 whp, I feel like a idiot for ever going through that experience 10 years ago. Dont do it
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