i searched.. but didnt know exactly what to search for so im just going to ask

why are there different turbo kits for GSR's and LS's...

the b18b and the b18c are both b series so i dont see why there would be a difference in the turbo kit.. does it have to do with the power output? because physically everything should fit, right? im so confuuuused

 

You definately need to read more between the differences between the LS and GS-r motors. Both have the same litre amount, but the LS has lower compression, longer stroke, and the head is not as efficient as the VTEC GS-R motor. these factors alone are reasons why different turbochargers are used for these 2 widely used applications. the GS-R is 1797cc while the LS is 1834cc. Learn as much as you can about the characteristics of All B, H, D and K series motors.

 

the GSR head is differnt as is the ITR and reg B18A/B

 

okay understood... but when putting a custom turbo kit together, for example when purchasing a manifold, you get a manifold for a B series motor not specified for a b18b or c, right? technically, could a GSR kit be put on a b18b?

 

also, the snail itself can be used on any setup.. like for example a precision sc61 can be used on a b18b just as it can be used on a b18c correct? i just dont understand what is actually different between the kits.. like whats physically different.

 

a manifold made for a b series engine will fit all b series engines...and you can use any turbo on any engine as long as it fits onto the manifold..

 

right i know that- so why is there a differentiation between a turbo kit for a gsr and a turbo kit for an LS??

 

does it have to do with the location of the intake manifold? like the "flipped" gsr vs the normal LS

 

Its cause the intake mainfold is in different loacation. So the upper charge pipe would be the only difference i see.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 808b18c1boosted &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Its cause the intake mainfold is in different loacation. So the upper charge pipe would be the only difference i see.</TD></TR></TABLE>

Correct. since the throttlebody is in a different location, piping made for one won't fit the other without some modification.

 

see thats what i thought... so technically the kit could be purchased- the some piping would have to be changed- right?

 

The cat on the GSR is a little farther too (or shorter). Either way it's different then the LS. So the cat connection and the intake connection are a little different.

 

right, but these are all things that can be remedied... i suppose that defeats the purpose of buying a kit tho heh... just making sure it was simply a physical aspect of the piping. thanks for the help guys

 

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Yeah, they all "fit" techincally speaking. But turbo wise, do they both WORK at the same level

 

well a turbo itself is a standalone component.. it just works.. you can put any turbo on any car as long as the manifold has the right flange for it.. its a matter of what turbo is better for your application but any turbo can be used..

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by tegsallgood &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">well a turbo itself is a standalone component.. it just works.. you can put any turbo on any car as long as the manifold has the right flange for it.. its a matter of what turbo is better for your application but any turbo can be used.. </TD></TR></TABLE>

Exactly.

 

why not but a barebones kit like the Blitz then you can just fab up the piping an save some $?

altho the blitz is prolly more $ than most kits
nevermind.