On this page some information about the preparation and
the process of my turbo project. When I got interested in turbocharged Honda’s
in 2005 I decided to turbocharge my own Honda Crx. At first I decided to swap
the original D16z5 engine for a B16a. (92-95) This because the stock B16a is a
much stronger engine and got better flow characteristics compared to the D16z5.
More information about this is coming soon at the ‘engine’ page.
The first thing I did was to set my target. I use my Crx as a daily drive, so it has to be fast on the streets and fun to drive. I think to achieve this goal by using the Garret T3/04e turbocharger on my B16a engine. At first I’m going to run 9psi of boost, which would produce about 275 Hp I suppose.
After the engine swap was completed I started searching for good quality parts to continue my turbo project. One of the first things I had to consider was to buy a turbo kit, or different quality parts which I probably had to customize. I decided to buy a Peakboost B-series FTW turbo kit. I still need to customize some of the parts because of the tight fitment in the Crx engine compartment. But that would be very minor. Here a short list of the parts included the Peakboost turbo kit.
Peakboost B-series FTW turbo kit.
* PeakBoost Stainless Steel equal length exhaust manifold.
* Garrett T3/04e 57trim stage3 .0.63A/R Housing.
* Tial 38mm wastegate (9-PSI/ 0.6 bar spring)
* PWR 24x8x3 Intercooler (2.5" inlet and outlet)
* Tial blow off valve
* 12inch "Slimline" radiator fan
* Fully TIG welded complete 3 piece 2.5" charge piping with bead rolled
ends
* 3inch downpipe with stainless flex section and wastegate dumptube.
* Stainless oil feed (-3) and oil drain (-10) lines (featuring earls
fittings.)
* Weldless oil drain line (Earls fittings)
* All necessary 4ply pipe couplings
* Strong T-Bolt hose clamps
* Gaskets (all necessary)
* Installation hardware (all necessary)
When searching for good quality parts to use for my turbo project it was
easy to compare information about different turbo kits at honda-tech.com.
Lots of guys gave very positive feedback about their Peakboost equipped
Honda. Not only about the products performance and final power output, but
also about the great customer service. This is what made me decide to
buy a Peakboost turbo kit my own. The Peakboost turbo kit is a bit more
expensive as a XS power or SSAC turbo kit. But I believe the difference
in quality and service will more than compare the difference of expense.
U know the rule; fast/cheap/reliable, pick two.. The Peakboost turbo kit is very complete, and ready for installation. But I also want the engine compartment to look nice and clean. So I decided to buy some more parts to match my goal, before installing the Peakboost turbo kit.
