CivicEG R

Hi
I have a 95 civic dx, and im looking to turbo it. I was looking at the 14b, or the the one out of the subaru wrx(13T) i think. Im not sure on which one to go with, will the WRX one even work on my car, like would it be too big? Any help would be appreciated.

SOHC_MShue

The wrx isn't big at all. I use it on my d16y8 and it works great

CivicEG R

Thanks
is it bigger than the 14b or the t25?

SOHC_MShue

close to the same size. Its a tiny *** turbo.

CivicEG R

awesome, thanks

CivicEG R

One more question, I didnt want to start a new topic.
This may seem like a dumb question, but im new to all this stuff. When dealing with the charge pipes, do i have to weld them together, or can i use those silicone pipe clamps?

SOHC_MShue

You can do both. I use a combination of both.

CRXdan

the 14b is an excellent turbo.
it can outlimit your stock block no problem.

CivicEG R

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what do you mean? you welded with that stuff over the welds, or welded some, and that stuff the other?

SOHC_MShue

Well I couldn't exactly have only welds because i couldn't fit the pipes in the car then. I Welded some bends together and on other parts I had to use couplers.

CivicEG R

thanks. that helps alot
especially cause i dont know how to weld, yet.....

urbansi

dont resort to couplers instead of welds, its not a good idea, plus it may actually end up costing you more. silicone couplers run about 4-5 bucks a peice. just get your pipes fitted nicely and take them to a muffler shop and have them weld them together. plus when it comes to charge pipes you need a bead roled around the ends anyways so they dont blow off, so just have them welded together and have them role a bead on the end at the same time, it will work better and also look wayyyyyyyyyy better too. and if you can't get them welded at a shop, you can always resort to JB weld

SOHC_MShue

Yea go with welds. Its much cleaner than using all couplers

CivicEG R

yeah. couplers are way expensive. Any muffler shop should be able to weld them? Should I specifically ask for a role bead? Thanks guys
EDIT: Do i need any electronic/wiring done out side of spark plugs and wires?

CivicEG R

one final question
Which down pipe should i use, the one of the 1g Dsm?

adseguy

make one. The same way you are going to make you Intercooler pipes. Just buy 2 3" ubends and then mark where you cut them by visually looking. Cut them with a Sawzall and then test fit by holding it. Keep cutting until you have it just right. then take it to a local muffler shop (mom and pop type not meinke cause they won't do it) and have them weld it along with your IC pipes

I gotta do a writeup on this, to many people ask how

mike1114

iTrader: (1)

please go to homemadeturbo.com and reasearch up more on this before you ask basic questions.

Up in the right hand corner is a "search" function, give it a try, don't be afraid. Don't forget to click on archive to search older posts.

Please don't take this a rude, I followed my suggestions and learned almost everything I needed to know WITHOUT making posts, just searching the topics that others have covered before me.