Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000) EG/EH/EJ/EK/EM1 Discussion

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Old Apr 12, 2007 | 06:58 PM
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how much boost (psi of a turbo t3-t4) can an stock ls block handle anyone have an idea?


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Old Apr 12, 2007 | 07:06 PM
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If its not build i wouldnt push it more than 12psi. 10psi daily driver. I never had a ls but this is what people have told me.I might be wrong.
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Old Apr 12, 2007 | 07:07 PM
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yeah i mean completely stock ls i was thinking about 5-7psi...
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Old Apr 12, 2007 | 07:08 PM
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as good as your tuner is thats how high you can push it
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Old Apr 12, 2007 | 07:10 PM
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I'm not an expert on boosting a stock B series engine but the usual safe numbers are between 6 and 12psi.

You can go up to 12 or 14 psi but don't be surprised if you get a thrown rod or spun bearing. Keep it under 10psi with the proper tuning and your usually ok.
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Old Apr 12, 2007 | 07:26 PM
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ok thnx dude il prolly go under 8 to daily drive once i re-build my SI
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