This time the thread won't private...I'm looking for info on boosting my 92 sedans D16Z6. I can't afford the swap and really like the character my car has with the SOHC. I'm thinking about going with the Go-Autoworks kit with the Turbonetics T3/t04 turbo because someone here said I can keep AC and PS with it. I want to know what internals I'll need, what ecu to use, that kind of stuff. I'm 17 and this would be my first build and I don't want to ruin this car because I'd like to keep it for a while. I also need to know what a good radiator is because this rad and wire isn't gonna hold for long XD

 

The Go-Autoworks Street kit along with that turbo should be a fantastic choice for you. Would be appropriate power for a good daily/street car, and Greg (Go-Auto owner) makes quality products and has good customer support.

I'm not as familiar with D engines as B's, but I'd recommend doing a rebuild on the motor and upgrading the rods/pistons (at least doing YCP Vitara Pistons, and a basic H beam rod). Use ARP head and rod bolts, and put in new bearings. When you get the pistons, size them to be .25 over and get the cylinders bored out by a machine shop with a fresh hone so you get a good seal.

I'm completely unsure if the D16 valvetrain has any significant weak points, but that's also something to consider.

You'll also need to upgrade your fuel system (pump, injectors, regulator), clutch, and be able to tune on your ECU (Use either Neptune or Hondata S200/S300).


Greg/Go-Auto also makes very good priced radiators, pick up a dual core half sized rad from them along with a slim fan.

 

new head studs.

 

The engine upgrades you need will depend entirely on your power goals. A D16 can make 200whp reliably on a completely stock engine, maybe with some ARP head studs. Above 250whp and you'll be needing forged internals to be safe, and probably want upgraded rod and main bolts also.

Keep in mind you'll be needing an upgraded clutch. Make the fuel system, engine management and dyno tuning a primary focus of the build. Have a Hondata S300 installed in your ECU.

I have always heard that Koyo and Mishimoto radiators work well.

Most importantly, don't plan on boosting your daily driver over a weekend. Set aside a few weeks or even months with plenty of time to work out the bugs where you will not need to drive it.

 

Okay so I'm on the right track...ish. my goal is 230 to the wheels so I will definitely look in to vitara pistons and h rods as well as a clutch, s300, and a better fuel management system. I appreciate the help guys.

 

Is this something that requires experience? Or can a couple of car friends and I do it with some simple tool knowledge? We are far from professionals but we all agreed to help each other on our builds

 

With enough research, anyone can do it.

Also realize that no build goes 100% perfect and will have it's issues, regardless of experience level. Just take your time, read and learn as you go.

 

You don't need to be an expert, but proper planning is critical. It's the "little things" that are going to kill you.

Make sure the oil feed and drain are as vertical as possible on the center housing of the turbo. make sure you're running the right oil restrictor if applicable. Make sure your drain line has no kinks or harsh angles back into the oil pan.

Make sure you have proper heat containment, resistance, management, etc so no surrounding parts are heat soaked or start to melt.

Start reading threads in the Forced Induction subforum here. Any time you encounter something in a build thread that you don't understand, or a concept that seems alien to you, google it and figure out what it means. Just start reading and learning now.

 

Okay thanks again you guys!!!