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Supercharger or Turbo?

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Old Jul 14, 2009 | 05:22 PM
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Default Supercharger or Turbo?

k..i know its a debate between some, and im just curious which is the better route..

some of you may know, i got a SI project going right now that needs a motor rebuild..
i was thinking of going all motor build, but i am looking now into the boosts..

IVE tried looking for a good post on all of Honda-tech seperating the two from one another, but couldnt come up with anything except peoples Builds..

now for my build, im looking at low whp really, cause this car is still gonna be my daily driver, and i dont wanna be running octane everywere i go

In all honesty, this is going to be my first engine build.. (ive got some people whove done multiple engine builds guiding me with this so im not to worried) and ive followed up a few peoples projects

and what are the basic B16 upgrades for some cheap.. but durable HP/TQ gains?

any input, or links are appreciated
thank you
sorry if this is something brought up alot.. and ppl are tired of hearing it i just couldnt find specific answers to what i was looking for

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Old Jul 14, 2009 | 05:31 PM
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Default Re: Supercharger or Turbo?

if your gona be happy with low hp (i doubt, boost is addicting!!) id say supercharger, but pretty much anything over 200-250 id go turbo for sure!
Old Jul 14, 2009 | 05:44 PM
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Default Re: Supercharger or Turbo?

in ur case i'd supercharge, and tune it!
Old Jul 14, 2009 | 05:45 PM
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Default Re: Supercharger or Turbo?

well when i say low, idealy i want around 250-275..
and yea.. i hear boost is addicting =/
Old Jul 14, 2009 | 05:46 PM
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Default Re: Supercharger or Turbo?

superchargers FTL
Old Jul 14, 2009 | 05:48 PM
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Default Re: Supercharger or Turbo?

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superchargers FTL
why?
Old Jul 14, 2009 | 05:53 PM
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Default Re: Supercharger or Turbo?

Turbo.
Old Jul 14, 2009 | 06:02 PM
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Default Re: Supercharger or Turbo?

Originally Posted by TheLegendRGS
why?
Turbo sounds better haha
powered by waste energy
higher torque gains since over supercharger.
Old Jul 14, 2009 | 06:12 PM
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Default Re: Supercharger or Turbo?

Read the FAQ in the Forced Induction forum. This exact topic has been covered many times. If you have questions after researching, post in the Forced Induction forum
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