How safe is this setup??
 

Hey guys I just put a Greddy 92-95 Civic EX turbo on my ZC. Runs great, no pinging at boost. My question is I only put colder plugs, changed the timing, and am using the fuel pressure riser that came with the kit. At only 5 psi do I need any other engine management?

Also whats better to use with a turbo, Synthetic oil or not? At the moment Im using Non synthetic, thanks guys

Re: How safe is this setup?? (CWBETB)
 

I've been told Mobil 1 5w30 synthetic many times...just to be safe use the synthetic.

Re: How safe is this setup?? (maxim_force)
 

Why would you use Synthetic? I hear 2 different things about using synthetic on a turbo.

1) They say use sythetic since it handles heat better

2) The other side says that synthetic is to thin to use with a turbo

Would it hurt using non sythetic?

Re: How safe is this setup?? (CWBETB)
 

I heard this too. Inturn, I have heard these same people recommend using a synthetic blend.

Re: How safe is this setup?? (CWBETB)
 

When you stated a fuel pressure riser, do you mean a boost dependant regulator?

As for oil, I just get the penzoil 10-30, it's a lot cheaper, I just change my oil more often.

Re: How safe is this setup?? (FIxALPHA)
 

Fuel Pressure Riser, it came with an older version of the turbo kit, its supposed to push more fuel when boost goes up. My kit came with the blue box but it wouldnt work for me since Im using a teg ECU

Re: How safe is this setup?? (CWBETB)
 

from Cartech's site...

Re: How safe is this setup?? (01GSR)
 

I say as long as you change your oil frequently you don't really have to worry about using synthetic or non sythetic.

Re: How safe is this setup?? (CWBETB)
 

They say that a stock ignition system is good for moderate boost levels. As long as ur using a boost dependant regulator ull be ok as long as its adjusted right. What fule pump are u using. I have an 89 teg that i turboed. D16A1, similar motor to the DOHC ZC. Im using stock timing, but also running lower compression. Just make sure your not running out of fuel. what else do u have in ur set-up. what kind of car is it? just curious about ur set-up. dean 89turboteg

Re: How safe is this setup?? (89turboteg)
 

Im using the stock fuel pump. Engine mods are

DC sports stainless exhaust
Random Tech High flow cat
Greddy 92-95 Civic EX turbo
Fuel Pressure riser from an older Greddy 92-95 Civic EX
Colder spark plugs
Accell wires
lowered timing
89 Teg ECU
Blitz BOV
Clutchmasters stage 2 clutch

Thats about it fo the engine, other mods are here http://www.geocities.com/cwbetb


[Modified by CWBETB, 2:16 AM 10/5/2001]