johnneeblaz

ok..i just wanted to know if i could push 8psi on my 97 civic ex with 105k? so far it been running good but i just wanted to make sure.

lkailburn

i'm new to boost.. but i think it all depends on how well the car is tuned. mainly that involves fuel amounts and timing... i'm not sure whatelse goes into tuning the setup..like i said i'm new
Luke

robs99si

you could boost 10psi w/no problems on that car w/vafc & 450 injectors.

turborolla94

well first off, start doing research. lots and lots of research. what kind of condition is your engine in? leak ne coolant/oil? and what kind of engine managemant are you planning to run w/ your turbo setup? if you get a fmu ur car wont last long on 8 psi. i would suggest the hack/btm and dsm 450's.
-Bennett

HMT-Admin

8psi is not a problem, read through the forums we have tons of info here. Start peicing your turbokit, figure out how much money you want to spend, new turbo/used turbo, custom manifold/prefab manifold. What type of engine management? etc etc.

But as far as your main question, will your engine handle it, Yes, your clutch probably wont though

Jeff

johnneeblaz

ic..well thanks for the help guys ...also one more question do i have to adjust the timing when i boost my car? alot of peeps been telling me yeah you should and other say you dont have to., so i just wanted to ask you guys what do you guys think.? n if i do is there ne links that show me how to do it step by step...and thankz in advance for the help..johnneeblaz.

Reddy

Don't become overconfident though. 8psi can kill a motor if you don't know what your doing. So just do your research and you'll be fine

J-MAN

you should retard it a bit or use a BTM.
i have a Vortech BTM i'll let go for $120 shipped

XDEep

almost any production car can handle 5-7psi.

Zeusfire69

Yeah! what he said!