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Old 08-26-2009, 03:17 PM
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i found this kit on Ebay and ya i know that ebay stuff is crap but its going to be my first rebuild motor.
So i rather not spend money on the best things, just in case i mess something up.
Im going to rebuild the motor and install a supercharger (jackson racing). I have a 97 civic coupe EX
Also i will not be using the rings, oil pump, timing belt. the things i would be using is pistons, engine bearings and gaskets

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/96-00...4506.m20.l1116
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doesn't look too bad, but why won't u use the rings, oil pump, or timing belt? they're just aftermarket parts, but if you're looking to go oem then i don't blame ya. then again, if u supercharge it, it probably won't last long enough to need the oem parts anyway. pushing another 100,000 miles with the supercharger is very doubtful. not busting ur *****, just being honest. f/i motors rarely see high mileage. i'd say 50,000 tops
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That kit looks like junk. Dont waste your money
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others from this site told me to use OEM parts because the S/C wont create that much power to require to use aftermarket pistons.

what do you recommend then?
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Dont put a supercharger on your car because you will be disappointed.
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It still puts strain on your motor. If you going to rebuild, use aftermarket forged pistons. JE, wiseco, ect.
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whats the highest compression should i use
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nevermind i found a turbo kit
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if i go s/c do i use premium gas
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