500+WHP TURBO D15B VITARA BUILD BREAKDOWN WITH PARTS LIST

[@sr420det]

I've been running a stock block turbo d for the past 10 years. Runs low 12s a d gets 40mpg..I daily it as much as I can. Love the D and love this channel. Keep up the good work

[@chriscosgrove1516]

how many lbs of boost?

[@sr420det]

@@chriscosgrove1516 17

[@theejoeylee]

@@sr420det Jesus...

[@thomasburch7561]

@@sr420det how quick is it? I’m getting a 90 crx d15b2 Sunday and I wanna build it. The guy has another motor and he’s giving it to me for free

[@eon2357]

@@thomasburch7561 stock d15 is very slow😪

[@anthonyrodriguez5080]

I’m not sure how this ended up in my suggested videos but I’m glad it did. It’s great seeing the everyday build. Not everyone can afford a 700hp H2B or 2JZ like I’m ATTEMPTING. At the end of the day, WHP is WHP. Who cares what motor you use to get there!

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Its all about the smiles, i have a twin turbo vette too but the civic is just a fun/cheap beater that cant be beat.

[@anthonyrodriguez5080]

D-Serious exactly what I was thinking. I have a 1jz starion which I love but I keep coming back to Honda for the cheap smiles. I don’t think I’ll ever shy away from them because of the potential on a smaller budget

[@chrisstratton3430]

This is without a doubt one of the smartest and likely reliable builds I've seen. Top notch dude!

[@isaachernandez3387]

No lie, you’re the reason why I’m deciding to build my d15b as well and not swapping to a twin cam motor. Your cars a monster and an inspiration. #savethesohc

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Awesome, good luck on the build

[@alponching002]

Same here. Coz of D-serious (i discovered him on 1320), I didn't let my gramps' 96 lxi (ek5) to go to waste. Now in the process of rebuilding it. D series ftw.

[@vkotis]

I love small engines with big power. Those Honda motors are amazing! Wish Mazda was smart enough to make such a great engine for the mx5.

[@Top-G35]

You can now K swap it

[@arthursimon8159]

So many people sleep on the underdog I love single cam especially with Boost I'm shooting for 400 🔥🔥🔥💯

[@sideout7227]

I got a D15B engine on my civic and planning to engine swap it to a B series. But because of you I decided not to engine swap it. Thank you for this one.. this is a evidence that SOHC engine has power too! More power to you and your channel!

[@TheImmuneZ]

That's truth.. and people don't know lots of things, like D serie actually make more Nm by horse power than a B or K series because of sohc (yes, a b series handles more power/kw than a d series (with similiar builds). I do know what im talking about, you can check my own car in my youtube channel =)

[@dreally7029]

So cool that you put this out. All the work you did to get to where you are, and allowing others to see the " ingredients " - Respect to your abilities and mentoring!

[@Audiojack_]

Thanks for listing all the parts and part numbers, that's absolutely fantastic!

[@andrewclement7932]

I've watched this video 100 times trying to make sure i didn't forget anything for my del sol build

[@smallenginekid6252]

Same try looking at autosauce he’s more like me- reliable power (450) on a budget

[@miguelelena1017]

@@smallenginekid6252 when ppl say on budget!! How much am I still looking at price wise 5k,10k?

[@leopaulevans7573]

truly inspirational for us as d series owners who wan to really build our motor and don't want to swap

[@_trevormccall_1165]

Great breakdown, have a 95’ vx hatch right now and been following your build. Awesome job, single cam for the win.

[@2_2_4_3]

You should send this video to Scotty Kilmers Sunday show off your Car day, I'd love to see the world's facial expressions when they see the video .. btw Always wanted a D series full build.

[@chris4710-s5q]

Yes good idea

[@v8consumption]

scotty kilmer is a fucking idiot

[@civicpride1986]

He already showcase my honda eg hatch with 602whp its been like 6 months or so when he posted it.. but yes he likes small motors with huge power.

[@2_2_4_3]

@@civicpride1986 ok I saw it on your KZbin fresh g

[@jiakabery3550]

@@v8consumption TRUTH!

[@c.g.4195]

Nice build only u know how much time and money you spend building this single jingle. but the face expression when the people u running look what is under ur hood is priceless . Thank you for sharing with us this 👍

[@SoFLaZ06]

Good data, i'm gonna build one just to gap you

[@elrodjenkins]

Good work man. Years ago (I think 2000) I had a d16z6 with 366whp. Impressive to hear 500.

[@camprandy]

I finally got me a 1998 ex 2 door coupe . Been buying performance parts for the past month. Lol.

[@jakobdortch8558]

This is why you've got to respect Honda's. It's nothing over the top, but still rips on plenty of cars.

[@JD_Understeers]

Absolute G for not gatekeeping the parts 🤝🏻

[@TheImmuneZ]

Really similiar build (i myself have a d16z9), tho i dont have that precision 6262 and the boost by gear yet, i prefered to put a Goldeneagle fuel rail, Greddy Type-RS, AEM 320 fuel pump, Dragonseries distribuitor, AEM fuel pressure regulator, 550 cc Grams, Nippon Racing oil pump, Ferrea 6000 Valves and some other details. Keep it up ;)

[@RiggsGarage]

I think alot of the Honda internet wanted this video. Thank you!

[@possibleproblem479]

as someone who drives an lx with a d15b, ive wanted to see the potential of what i could do with my engine once i can afford it

[@johndough7559]

I did these builds 17 years ago The turbos were no where near today’s technology but still made 420hp on a stock valve train head With a 60-1 turbo And a 58/57

[@b00stedrust]

yeeeep. I remember when i had my integra gsr... made 407whp...Garrett t3/t04e 57 trim at 16psi... and I had a 60-1 d16 civic walk all over me with stock valve train. I was like.. wtfff.. this d series tho.

[@johndough7559]

It’s so true d series has the same torque as a ls motor with one cam and more tip end from the vtec I’m going to be building another sohc with a 67/66

[@b00stedrust]

@@johndough7559 to be honest Im thinking about doing just a smaller turbo like I had on my teg, but not journal bearing...I havent made a build since 2008, so ill have to look into turbo's... aloty of people saying 5858... is 3076r still a good flowing turbo?

[@johndough7559]

Gt 3076r is pretty much perfect for a sohc get a 86 exhaust housing

[@b00stedrust]

@@johndough7559 yeah but buddy has one for sale.. but has the .67 AR, i mean I only want 450-500 on high boost.. and 400whp on the street....I feel like the .67 would be a bit less laggy

[@eddy5442]

That is a good mentoring, very priceless, i have a ej2 d16z6 that is waiting to become a little monster

[@ExplosiveVagina]

Ej1 z6, getting started on mine. Very anxious.

[@luuk3213]

EJ2 Gang

[@lilbrrrd]

Thanks so much seems not too much people even try anything with the d15b but I appreciate the in depth video explaining how you got it to the point it is now love it !

[@SeaNBlack]

Single cams are so Underrated

[@Tapport]

So many B series fanboys in the world who think they need the biggest numbers to be cool. D series can handle so much for what they are. 200hp in a Civic is so much power already!

[@TheDisBeat]

I have seen so many drag cars that are single cam

[@Tapport]

@@TheDisBeat They certainly exist, but I'm just speaking about what people generally say. Go into any Honda forum and say you want to build a D. You're gonna immediately be told to just save up and go B.

[@TheDisBeat]

Tapport yep! I have had both and I myself prefer single cam. Nothing like knowing this little motor screaming away can make so much power

[@cristianchioriu4196]

Especially d15b,I ve beaten the shit out of it,ran it at 235 km/h on highway ,still runnin strong.I still think about strap a turbo on it after checkin clearances out.big up on d15s

[@derrickjones4371]

Putting it all out there,cheapest fastest way to go.Can't go wrong there💣💥👍

[@wf6951]

Meh...

[@lsminibikes]

Unfitproduct Airborne what you recommend?

[@aeiracing]

My jdm d15b vtec was a great engine. Shocked so many people with that lil warrior. Pre boost and especially after. Regret selling my ej2 :/ hard times had fallen on me.

[@da_vanillavillain]

I've loved this car ever since I seen it on TRC.💪💪👍👍👍

[@SIRICKO]

Real good video my man we need more people doing this. I'm doing A single cam daily myself on my channel.

[@kennethporst1738]

bro AMAZING build!!!!!you built the thing EXACTLY how id build mine god id love to see this thing run

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Thanks man

[@bighomieJ5X]

Nice build, i see how u kept everything in budget. .single can ftw.

[@bw1583]

please build another d to 400hp on a budget kit, would love to see that series

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Looking for a car now

[@alexenriquez3161]

D-Serious stock d16y8 would be good lol save the sohc

[@krulestreetkarzproduction2754]

Funny thing, I was about to buy a dohc VTEC but after seeing what the sohc can do I wanna save the sohc and build it up nice.

[@johnnylombardo4166]

Was gonna kswap my hatch but decided to get another single after mine went out after watching your vids!!!

[@DaddyLuxxx]

@@alexenriquez3161 use a z6 block block tho

[@LatinoAD]

Hell yeah save the sohc!💯. Make power for cheap is my philosophy as well and racing more expensive cars or cars invested more than you is just rewarding alone haha winning is a bonus.

[@civicpride1986]

I made 602whp on the factory fuel pump wiring and no issues.. congrats on the hatch is clean..

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Nice, thats risky. what pump?

[@civicpride1986]

@@hatchbackturbo93 Grams 320lph fuel pump and also stock fuel lines and no issues at that power level fuel stays consistent..

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Interesting, what fuel?

[@civicpride1986]

@@hatchbackturbo93 110 race fuel made 602 at 32psi on a gtw3684.. similar turbo to a precision 6262.

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Makes sense 110 requires alot less fuel flow then E85

[@MrNorotic]

Just noticed you put everything that went into the build in the description.👍👍

[@nemecionandin5767]

Loving the vids man. Keeping the budget Honda builds alive.

[@JasonTylerRicci]

I love that you can unleash this HP on the D series SOHC

[@clownkiller510]

Thank you for the build details. Im an original owner 92 vx in white with the blue interior. I am inspired on my ex turbo build.

[@robertocarrasco3794]

It just got my 91 hatch need something like this.

[@steveoj09]

Such an awesome build. I've got a D15b in my 95 sedan and wanted to get more power. Answered a few questions I had and gave me a good idea what I can do to it.

[@stephengabourie8242]

I love the set up. I have the exact same motor in my 2000 ex coupe and id love to see the 600hp out of mine

[@k1ortia]

absolutley awesome, great to see someone making good power with no sponsors or mummy and daddy paying for your build. id love to do something like this but here in the u.k engines are slightly different. what type of 1.5 or 1.6 engine would be best to look for ? appreciate all the help, and please more videos on budget builds done right.

[@hatchbackturbo93]

D16z6 or d16y8 are probably the easiest to get a hold of and get parts for

[@SugarMarie1982]

Love the light over the garage lol

[@project_98]

Love car bud!!! I got a 98 sedan I'm trying to build but after watching ur vids I need to go that route.

[@jdm603jake]

Really bummed I can't find your video on ThatRacingChannel's channel anymore I've been looking for like an hour I found out about this beast there... But either way even though I can't find the original video I'm glad I found your channel! Much love man respect the D series

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Thanks, it got pulled down for a bit, it'll go back up.

[@johnnylombardo4166]

Motivation to keep my hatch sohc after watching your vids. Thanks man and keep the vids coming

[@sungodman001]

Nice settings. I'm also D16 turbo...but my turbo is so small...lol. TD05H-16G with 26psi. You can use Motul competition 75W140 trans fluid. So smooth. My trans is S40 Non LSD

[@wreckedrc5137]

Love the car great expalnation For the final touch of Grandpa stock. Bottom of H on center caps line up with the valve stem

[@josecunsako31]

You should definitely do a stock head , vitara build and see what you can push on it

[@Dpaidinfull]

great build d series all day love the huge turbo look

[@milkcollins4764]

Seriously thank you for the walk through, as a first time viewer, you NEED to have atleast 30 seconds of the car running/driving. Peace.

[@dunkboy96]

Just ran across your channel on my recommendations you live right by my grandparents! Hit me up when you hit the meets or track I’d love to grab some pics and vids of the car.

[@j.feldmander1956]

I like the car and the turbo build. Nothing obnoxious. No BS. Seems to be all purpose built. No JDM junk. Just all about going fast. I do have a question- did you notice any significant power gains with the external coil..? Thanks.

[@jimhiscott2918]

Very very nice build. Friendly advice, if you dont CSS your block dont run a block gaurd at all. Cheap drop in block guards will do more damage then good.

[@KMFDM781]

You're awesome man, I appreciate the build video! I need to move to Florida so I can work my stuff! It's snowing in Indy, lol

[@HydeMyJekyll]

That valve cover is absolute fire!

[@justwannabefast546]

Hey great videos man I love that you're repn the dirty d Hope to start my build soon! Gotta EF Hatch with D15B8 for starters 😜

[@Drew4oh2]

I’m on a journey to 500 whp vitara pistons Manley rods skunk 2 springs and retainers delta 272-2 cam 1000cc injectors 450pump pte 5858 turbo currently on 23psi I’d assume around around 420whp just about . Stock sleeves but wish me luck haha

[@hatchbackturbo93]

haha nice, 5858 would be my recomended turbo

[@pitstop3k178]

420👀🔥😁

[@anthonyrodriguez5080]

Lucky Rooster I’m not entirely sure what delta intended with the 272-2 but I’ve seen and know a few people who run the 272-2 on turbo cars around 10-15lbs and it does pretty good. But I’m not an expert so I could be wrong

[@civicpride1986]

A garrett GTW3076 turbo is also a great option spool fast and have billet wheel and Garrett reliability.. also 58mm compressor wheel.

[@89hybrid88]

Drew Ridner so hows the spool time on the low compression build.

[@TheValentineShow]

My 9 year old just said " That BUS is nothing to brag about. I should't be even coming out with that music ". If she only knew what 500 WHP ment. LOL. Imagine how many racers out there say the same thing. LOL

[@lynnmckenney1987]

Just picked up a rusty auto 89 wagovan. Torn between finding a $500 k24 and lsd 6 spd or keeping the d15 and putting a 5 speed/lsd and small responsive turbo.

[@codysmith3857]

Dang man good video and hope all is well and the car is good makes me want to start the build for my d16z6

[@kfitfactry]

Awesome video brother very descriptive and you literally list every part used👊🏾 subcribed

[@BlueSTI]

Damn that's crazy. The turbo is huge. Probably still gets good mileage on pump gas to

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Yeah only makes boost if you want it to

[@abdullaali3735]

Okey thank you for replying to me i have swap the engine to d15b and transmission but not same time from drag race guy because it burn and break i don't really know what is in there but nice sounds coming from both trans and engine not muffler sound i didn't put any with d17 components valve cover coils etc to register, your car sounds very nice the engine and trans amazing car

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Thank you

[@reckemzz]

my hatch looked the exact same way! down to the wheels lol except mine was wrecked before i got to build it

[@shafferjoe1962]

I am helping my son in law build a fun little street motor. He wants to hit 300 to 350. From your list what should he do and not worry about? Did you ever build the budget turbo motor? I could not find that video. Thank you and thanks for the build list. Wish more people did that.

[@hatchbackturbo93]

you can get away with just doing the bottom end, Rod/pistons. a decent turbo kit can get it done on the stock head

[@shafferjoe1962]

@@hatchbackturbo93 So just rod and pistons and add the turbo?

[@hatchbackturbo93]

@@shafferjoe1962 yea, still need all the supporting mods but motor wise yes

[@shafferjoe1962]

@@hatchbackturbo93 OK I will hoo through your list and see what else he needs. Thank you.

[@Joker-pp7lr]

Y so D Serious. You my new hero bro 🫡🫡

[@Manniejr310]

Dream come true thanks for all the info

[@ProjectCarTV]

Nice

[@budgetbuiltwhips5408]

Bad ass. Look forward to the budget 400 build.

[@smb9681]

This build is massive

[@cr500king9]

Your lawn looks great lol

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Thanks just mowed it

[@xex2kok]

It almost hurts to hear this is a vx originally. I've wanted to find a stock vx for a long time now. I love trying to get the best mpg from these cars and the vx had a really interesting engine that was capable of 60+ mpg. You do some great work though, these are good videos.

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Car hasn't been stock in 19 years. You could always get a Vtec-e from a jdm dealer and put it in any model you want.

[@xex2kok]

​@@hatchbackturbo93 Most civics have not been stock in some way in about that long I'd say. They are really old at this point and been through a lot lol. Yeah you can buy a motor assuming you can even find them, it's tough. A full swap is even tougher to get. Most importers don't list them as there isn't a big market for getting up to 80 mpg in a civic I guess. Also it feels a little pointless to do a swap like that when you can just wait and find vx and just buy that. It will take a lot more time but you can spend like $1000 on the car rather than god knows how much having a shop swap that engine for you. Not everyone can do that work at home unfortunately.

[@flatwoodzmafia]

​@RadicalOpossum I know this comment is 3 years old, but have you priced an o2 sensor for a vx? They're literally $500+ from advanced auto. That's nuts

[@jmiranda319]

I appreciate the videos you post on your builds, they’re great for learning. I have a question about the D15B crankshaft. I currently have what I thought was a JDM D15B VTEC like a Z6. A Z6 crank has two oiling holes, but does the D15B VTEC also have two holes? I figured you would be the person to ask. Thanks in advance.

[@hatchbackturbo93]

depending on obd1 or 2. biggest distinction is the rod journal size

[@jmiranda319]

It’s an OBD1 engine. I will measure the rod journal size and compare it to the main journal size. I just got worried seeing the single oiling hole.

[@tinyturbo317]

Will you go full interior??. . I'm amazed I. How much dedication you have for the single. . So many Honda vidz all b20 vtec or k series. . Single cammerz are not rare now. .

[@hatchbackturbo93]

No interior, its just a play car

[@ethanrowland9220]

I love your videos. I have turbo single cam. Stock internals just block guard and head studs soon I’ll get pistons and rods and stuff

[@ethanrowland9220]

If you wanna see it my TikTok is retroz

[@李賢達-g3w]

這是白色HONDA k6,3門，改裝車，有改引擎，紅頭改裝引擎？。

[@jzx7378]

Absolutely love it, good work man!

[@HBroskii]

Definitely should do another budget build! Maybe a D16?

[@justinmcquaid9763]

Yes

[@franklinfocus]

You make me so motivated bro!!

[@rafyg3314]

Beautiful hatchback

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Thank you sir

[@TheBorderCivic979]

New subscriber. From AZ single cam nation Thebordercivic979 📸

[@MrNorotic]

I have a d15b non vtec. Does not having vtec make a huge difference as far as the feel/power you can achieve with the car.

[@hatchbackturbo93]

No, but if building that bottom end its the same as a d15b7 so you cant use the d16 rods in that motor

[@lilkean98]

Nice runs at the track yesterday 💪🏽

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Thanks man

[@hatchbackturbo93]

I was shuting down early most runs once i was ahead. Last run he just had to much for me.

[@oldsklteg]

Thanks for sharing the build info man 👍

[@funnydubby6401]

Great description dude, helped me a lot!

[@sroc2766]

So helpful for a guy like me

[@hondafreakef915]

Have you had any issues blowing the cometic gasket? Do the pistons sit above the deck or the rods are custom length?

[@hatchbackturbo93]

As long as I have true surfaces no issue with gaskets, my timing is very low in the peak tq range. Yes pistons stick over the deck .6mm that's why I use a .051 head gasket.

[@hondafreakef915]

D-Serious the reason I’m asking is because I have the same engine but I have the custom length from FJ which he is no longer in business. With those rods the YCPs vitara sit flush. I never got to run the turbo set up but I’m thinking of finishing the project that I startin 2010

[@hatchbackturbo93]

@@hondafreakef915 the vitara spec rods only work In the D16 or the d15b2-8 if you can find the right ones the D15B is a different animal

[@thirtyonefifty3133]

Damm this is a special build right here. Not too many people willing to do a d series build. How much have youve spend on both cars and how much did you buy them for?

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Both cars? I honestly couldn't tell you a number for this car I've had it for more than 14 years and it's been through many different single cam setups over the years

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Bought the car from my brother crashed in the back pretty good 4 $1,500 in 2004

[@misunderstoodvtec8299]

Hi mate I've watched your videos love them all ,can you please let me know what springs and retainers on a none d14z4 civic engine i can use if you no please 😊 it will be appreciated very much 👍

[@jonathansoliven8582]

My friend just recommended me to watch this video and I’m curious, how much did everything cost?

[@hatchbackturbo93]

It cost me around 6k to build with the 4piston head Which isn't needed (my best pass 10.56 @ 140.6 was on a head I ported) but i got a lot of parts 2nd hand including the turbo that i got for $200

[@RitoFab]

Man i would love to see a budget turbo b series build, anyways keep the awesome videos coming bud!

[@frias2287]

Nice job🔥💪👍🤝💯

[@juniorroman6038]

Nice information bro thank you for making the video

[@jc209714]

I just finished watching your video and I really like the setup you did on the civic hatchback and wanted to know if you can help I have a 1991 crx base model automatic with pgm-fi and I want to do a swap just like the one you did and my concern is how to convert the pgm-fi to obd1 convertion hardness kit?

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Should be able to swap the entire engine harness

[@jc209714]

@@hatchbackturbo93 ok I'm going to get everything complete engine harness thank you I'll keep you updated

[@CarsAndCoffeeKings]

That production quality though.......

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Lol

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Amateur hour productions

[@willthacker5182]

Hey dude, cool setup you have! Props for keeping the D series! Im wondering, do you have any boost creep issues with that wastegate placement? Also i see that you are using arp head studs, are they stock D series diameter? If so, are you giving any thought to eventually opening up the deck bolt holes to run the larger diameter B-series headstuds? Also, a 1.6 rod with a vitara style piston & thicker headgasket, puts you at what compression ratio? Forgive me if you said already, but how long has it been together at that power level, and how hard are you on the car? Im guessing it spins quite a bit? In conclusion, I'll say im impressed that you've coaxed that power from that engine, without lifting the head. Ive been involved in quite a few turbo D-series builds, from stock bottom ends, to fully built sleeved blocks. The biggest weakness ive encountered was head lifting, before upgrading stud size, and stock sleeve failure. Also we did a lot of D to B trans conversions, to increase gear options. Also when you do start really getting traction dialed, we quickly realized the advantage to running b series axles, half shafts, hubs, trans, etc. D series transmissions were obviously never made w/performance in mind, let alone 500hp, lol. Just be ready if you ever decide to throw tires on it. The first time she bites in hard on a 1-2 wot shift, you might have to claim that lifetime axle warranty! ;-) even with the open diff. Wrapping up, ill just say that, i aplaud your choice in staying D powered. Its real easy to swap a B, even a K, and be done for a bit. D series engines, as you have shown, have potential, and unfortunately, end up in the garbage most of the time when you're seeing how most honda guys do builds. Its a shame, because they can be fun, and they come already installed in most ef,eg,ek chassis. Not mention, the same reason ppl trash them, is what makes them so cheap and available. Now obviously, a dohc B series, or even a K, given similar mods, will demolish a D series, its just pure fact, in part because of honda's design intent for B/K, as well as the pure advantage in head design, displacement & aftermarket support. All that being said, theres plenty of fun to be had w/a little old 1.5/1.6 sohc economy D-series. Keep on wrenching dude! Never let breakage stop you! Also best of luck at keeping that cylinder head down!lol

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Only have boost creep issues since i went 6262 but only because the single 38mm is to small to regulate at low boost. Std ARP studs i made up my own tq specs and haven't lifted a head in more then 4 years. 20 ftlbs then 40 ft lbs then 90 degrees then 45 degrees. Car has BBG but has a 1 bar spring so lowest i can go is about 16 psi so car spins 1-2 on the street. If you look through my vids you'll see car has been 10.5 @140 so the B/K still has its hands full with the little D

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Compression is somewhere around 8.8.1

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Motor has about 3k very hard miles on it right now. I have other cars so it only comes out to lay sauce.

[@willthacker5182]

@@hatchbackturbo93 That's awesome! Thanks for the info! I had 91 crx si years ago. I swapped to a NA ZC. It wasn't very impressive. I eventually got a free D16y8(dude got the head done, thought it was blown up, I took it, checked valve lash & shocker, about 9 were so tight, valves were being held open. After adj, ran perfect). I converted the car to obd1, & made the harness (it was def a ignorant learning exp). After I got it running right, I came on to a greddy turbo kit. I ran that w/old school style fuel mods, adj fpr turned up, vortech FMU, & I think some non Honda, factory injectors. I just used a 255 pump. If I remember, I just went to PetSmart & bought 3 inline fish tank chk valves, made an alu. plate to fit the TB where the MAP is, tapped a barb fitting in it, ran a vacuum line to the now remote honda map, with the chk valves in the vac line b4 the map. Very crude. I think it made like 15psi on like vf34 size turbo. It really wasn't bad. One thing I noticed about Honda single cams is how much more tq they make low in the rpm band. I had a 00 si b16 car, & coming from a single cam, I couldn't believe what a dog it was low. Obviously they make their living at 5500 & up, but it's a def difference.

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Thats awesome, i had a stock D15b with a homemade turbo kit with a IHI RHB5 Turbo from an old ford probe back in 05, tuned on a chiped p28 and a vafc that went 13.5 @102.5 like a bracket car back in the day.

[@aragrox]

Great built for the money, a question I have is how hard do you drive it?

[@hatchbackturbo93]

its a handful but its a good time

[@isabelaranda130]

For the block gaurd did you bore/hone it with it on ? Or installed the blockgaurd after block was assembled with pistons/rods/crank already in???

[@hatchbackturbo93]

Install before you bore/hone.

[@MapleSyrup89]

Are we just gunna ignore the goose that crossed the road behind him?