i have a greddy Turbo in my integra and just have the stock intercooler that came with the kit. is it worth the $ getting a better one or is this one fine? same question about the exhaust header. would wrapping the piping in an insulating wrap help keep the air colder or wouldnt it do anything?

 

Keep the original intercooler, and yes heatwrap is your friend. Heatsoak is not your friend.

 

if the IATs and ECTs are in check i dont see any reason to make too many changes.

upgrading the turbo mani will probably require making changes to the downpipe, IC piping and possibly the oil lines so be prepared for that

 

ive heard conflicting things with heatwraping the exhaust mani. i heard that it can damage the manifold but it looks like it should help reduce engine heat since i dont have any heat shields in my bay. anyone have any experience either way?

 

If the manifold is quality, there is no harm. You heard wrong.

 

cool, good to know.