D16SohcVtec

Looking to make 400+ on a built b-series VTEC block. Still debating if i'm going to use a GSR block or a B16a block. Been looking at turbos for a while now. But I don't really know anything about the exhaust wheels. I've been seeing a lot of Garret turbos with the optional stage 5 upgrade. Just looking to see what more experienced people have to stage about a stage 3 and stage 5 wheel.

I was looking at a 60 trim with a stage 5 wheel or a 60-1 with a stage 3 wheel, but still really have no clue on where to go. Would the 60 trim with a stage 5 wheel be just as good as a 60-1 as in producing power wise? Would the 60 trim also spool faster?

TTT

I hate the 60-1 with the stage 3 turbine wheel. It is much happier with a "P" trim or stage 5 turbine wheel.


The STC Silver Surfer is a 60-1 that is a good 400whp turbo. It is a great performer for the money and depending on which crank you plan on using the Silver Surfer spools around 4200rpms on setups simular to yours.

HONDACIVC93

what is the actual difference in design on the stage 3 and the stage 5?

D16SohcVtec

I know the stage 5 wheel is a bit bigger then the stage 3. And I know that with a stage 5 wheel some turbos can hold more power. But I was just wondering if a 60 Trim with a stage 5 wheel would be better then a 60-1 with a stage 3 wheel. In terms of spool time and make about the same power.

sneakysneaky

look at some compressor maps. a 57 trim would be a better option than a 60 trim.
a 60-1 or 62-1 would make much more power. the price difference between the three is very small. I would use a stage 5 wheel or p trim on any turbo I bought becuase it just lets your motor breath better and doesnt make a car spool up all that much slower.