Figured I would share some pictures of my current project - Enjoy! Im open to all comments and advice!

Car is a 99 Integra GSR - Complete 98 Spec ITR Change-Over Including Matching LSD Transmission.

Plans are to make around 300 - 350WHP while retaining A/C & P/S, I will update this thread as i make more progress. I work at a local Honda Dealership & Recently got called back after being laid off for a month due to Covid19 -

Future plans are to make sure I wrap all A/C Lines, Add Slim fan on OEM Radiator & One on front of the Condenser. I have a very close friend who builds Race Car Chassis for a living - He will be custom making me a down pipe & dump Tube Along with a Stainless 3" V-Band Exhaust.

Engine -
Bone stock healthy 98 spec ITR

Transmission: 98 Spec ITR LSD Transmission ( Upgraded Exedy Clutch )

Turbo Set- Up::
Go-Autoworks Log Manifold ( A/C & P/S Friendly )
Tial MVS 38mm
Tial BOV
"Rev9" TX-50E 57 T3 5 Bolt ( I know... Cheap Chinese ) I did have the exhaust side Cerakoted
2.5 Cold Side Piping
2" Hot Side Piping
Custom Intercooler ( Vibrant Core )
FID 1000cc Injectors
Speed Factory Map Sensor
Walbro 255
Neptune RTP
AEM Wideband
Auto-Meter Boost Gauge
Vibrant Vac, Block

Here's some pictures to get us started!

 

Looking like the down pipe will definitely be a right squeeze.. hoping I can fit a 3”

 

Ordered a set of these Stage 8 Locking Fasteners for the Turbo - Manifold / I have heard nothing but good things about these. In the past I have had issues with manifold bolts backing out.

 

I'm interested in seeing how the setup does for you. It's a nice thread that helps aid with my 97 spec itr swapped civic coupe. I have similar setup but I have yet to decide on a turbo that I feel would suit my needs as of now.

looking great! also I work at a honda dealership

 

Nice parts, and sounds like it's going to be a nice build.

Are you going to change then angle on that down pipe coming off the 5-bolt flange?

You may want to consider running a turbo blanket (along with all the wrap) to help with heat radiating off the turbine housing towards the condenser.

I've been happy with the Stage8 hardware after changing over. I'm using it on the manifold/turbine housing and turbine housing/downpipe - I experienced both sets of hardware backing off before I switched to Stage8.

 

Thank's man. Yes the angle will be changed i was just using that for reference.
I do have a T3 Blanket on order as well.. Im either going to wrap the lines in DEI sleeve OR Use the Reflective Stick - On tape.
as far as the Stage8 Im pretty confident they will work great. I believe I ordered Part # 3952 For the Turbo to Manifold
What Part # did you use for the Downpipe?

 

Thanks man! I will do my best to keep this updated.

 

I used 5932 for turbo to manifold and 8900B for down-pipe to turbo. For the bolts that come in the 8900B kit, I did have to get a machinist buddy to put the bolts on a lathe and shorten them for me. The nice thing about that kit is you get 12 bolts, though. You may be able to call Stage8 and see if they have the same 8mm bolts but in a shorter length.

 

ive been using a REV9 since the start of 2019 and I’ve been very impressed with the results so far. People can rag on me all they want as I blow they’re doors off

 

Cool! I have someone who could shorten them - I’m still up in the air / I may just do the 5 bolt with the V band welded on.. I’ll see which way my Fab guy wants to go. Thanks for the info!

 

That’s funny! I have 2 friends who swear by these... one dude has been 10.5s on his Rev9.. so we will see how she does! No big loss at $275 shipped.. lol

 

Got the Tapped oil pan installed tonight.. Over the past year I have used a few of these new Fel Pro “Perma Dry” gaskets on friends cars and had nothing but success.. I’m obviously a OEM guy working at the dealership but these things are great and seal up perfect

 

Double check that the 5-bolt to v-band will clear the AC compressor. I've heard they don't.

 

Good call DaX - I will check that... I was actually wondering about that myself due to it being very tight

 

I'll take that bet...

 

sweet....I’ll take your money
I expect a 9 second pass next time out and I also expect to trap over 150mph..... better pack your lunch lol

 

extremely good turbo for what they cost, after comparing power and torque curves from other turbo b series setups, I just can’t justify spending another 1500-2200 for little to no gain. The times and speeds in my signature below was using a REV9 t3 66/62

 

Let the COVID-19 Drag Race begin.

 

lol. It’s killing me not being able to race. Kentucky governor is being extremely strict and rumors are that we may not see the racetrack open this year.

 

PA Gov. was trying the same thing... Things are starting to open back up now so I think tracks will soon follow in the next month here... IMO most governor's are over-stepping boundaries

 

What size SPAL Fan do you guys prefer? Im using the OEM Integra Full-Rad - Im thinking I can use a 12"
My thoughts are using a SPAL Puller Fan & A 2nd SPAL Fan on the front of the condenser ( VERY TIGHT FIT ) Will have to be a smaller size fan for sure.

Any thoughts?

 

That could work on the OEM radiator, since it is thin enough. SPAL is the only way to go..

 

I have used SPAL in the past with success. I never owned a Turbo Honda with A/C...quite frankly I was always against it as I always had a daily driver that has ice cold A/C -
this car will not be a daily driver either but I really didnt want to tear that stuff out of this one... im keeping fingers crossed I dont regret it I usually hear horror stories of people who have kept AC and it never seemed to work correctly.

Thanks Shodan - always appreciate your input.

 

12" SPAL Puller Fan On order.. Just need to figure out which route im going for a condenser fan

 

I’m using the 10 inch spal on mine and it keeps mine perfect temp (no AC or power steering) but DAX is running AC and power steering and he had to step up to the 12 inch spal and as far as I know is doing a good job for him after going from the 10 to 12 inch