EggRolla

hey all, its been a week since i got my 92 cx, and i can't stand 75 hp, as no one else can...so the choice will be made soon after i get my b18c, do i go turbo, or build that bitch up w/ a b20 block? any past experience w/ turbo or built engines, please help!!

EggRolla

please excuse the topic title, i meant built n/a

Maximus

I would go for the built motor since everything will be brand new. If you go turbo on a used motor you never know when the motor will blow. However, if you built your motor and went turbo that would be a different story. It all depends on your budget. How much do you plan to spend and what do you want out of this new power, i.e. autox, drag race, etc.

Lsos

I can't shake the thought that a highly tuned N/A motor can't possibly last as long as a turbo motor, while still making less power.

However, I like the feel and sound of an n/a motor. In the end, it's a decision you have to make. But know this...a turbo motor is generally cheaper and more durable.

EggRolla

well, my budget would not permit me to go build w/ turbo, so heres my thought, turbos are high maintenence as all hell, and from personal experience, everyone i know that have turbo cars, spend way more than they ever thought they'd have to b/c of numerous turbo problems, everything from failing wastegates to blown motors (god rest their souls), but maybe the unlucky monster just struck the DC area. either way, i'd like to have a quick n/a motor, i think thats my choice, then perhaps i'll add a turbo later, w/ some quick changeroonies, so if anyone could give me advice on good gsr parts like cams, pistons, rods, intake manifolds, etc, thatd be great....mmkkkay? thanks a bunch peter...(office space)

hawjdude

If you know how to work with a turbo motor than everything will go fine for you. I would go with a turbo on your gsr.