'95 Si D16Z6 Turbo Story G O N E B A D :( (PICS)
 

Hey Guys...

I just wanted to share my D16Z6 story with you...
It all started out about a month ago, when I've found this site... I've decided to turbocharge my Si using an IHI RHB5. It took me a while to get all of the parts (flages, pipes, manifold, etc...), but I've finally collected them all, and I've decided to finish off this project last weekend. Aha, in the meantime, I've completely rebuilt my D16Z6 with new pistons, rods, turbo-spec camshaft, ground valves, new Exedy clutch, and other goodies... I've finished putting the car together after the rebuild about two weeks ago, and I've driven it w/out the turbo for a week... Everything was beautiful, and the car seemed way faster than before the rebuild, but something was still missing.. the TURBO ! ;D
That last thing was supposed to be put on my car this weekend, with all of the pipes, manifold, BOV, flange welded and all of the parts ready for Saturday...
So I took the car apart again (only a week after finishing the rebuild, put in an AEM cam gear for the infamous "retardation effect" loved by the turbo, and installed the intercooler and pipes. I've finished putting everything in, including the IHI Turbo in less than 4 hours, and the final moment was approaching fast...
We've started up the car with the Turbo in, and carefully watching the Fuel Pressure gauge, and the FMU, not suspecting that anything could be wrong with the IHI RHB5... and right from the moment we started up the car, something was fishy... There was white smoke coming out of the tail pipe... More and more was coming out, until it finally filled my entire garage... Then oil started dripping on the floor.. At that moment we all knew it ! THE TURBO IS F U C K E D...
The oil seals in the IHI must be totally blown, 'cause it's leaking oil into the downpipe like CRAZY. Also, it doesn't seem to give out ANY BOOST, even at high revs. Any suggestions on why it doesn't boost? (The manifold has no leaks, the tubine is spooline, and there are absolutely no leaks on the turbo piping).
Yes, unfortunately I have to get the IHI rebuilt... it kinda sucks, 'cause that'll damage my wallet by more than $400 CAN... Ah well, I'm determined to finish this project.
And here comes the question:
Does anyone know a god turbo rebuilding place in the GTA (Greater Toronto Area) in Canada.
Also, how much sould I expect to pay for a complete rebuild of my IHI RHB5 VF28505?
(I believe that it's off a Subaru XT)
Or maybe someone knows where I can get another IHI, 'cause I'd like to finish this project ASAP.
Thanks in advance for all replies,

D16Z6si

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Re:'95 Si D16Z6 Turbo Story G O N E B A D :( (PICS)
 

Ok..I live in the GTA area as well. Actually. Brampton. I know of a good place in Brampton that specializes in Turbo (Called J&R Turbo).

One thing I must mention is that a turbo will not spool while idling in a garage. The engine must have a load on it to spool the turbo properly. Reving in Neutral will not get u boost.

Anyways, ,give me some more details where you live and I will see what u can do.

Re:'95 Si D16Z6 Turbo Story G O N E B A D :( (PICS)
 

Thanks for replying to this post.
I've sent you my info in a PM.

P.

Re:'95 Si D16Z6 Turbo Story G O N E B A D :( (PICS)
 

buy a new IHI itll be cheaper.

Re:'95 Si D16Z6 Turbo Story G O N E B A D :( (PICS)
 

Where should I look for one...?
As you can see I've had a pretty bad
experience with a eBay IHI :)
Scrapyards are also IFFY...
So what's the best place to get one?

Re:'95 Si D16Z6 Turbo Story G O N E B A D :( (PICS)
 

you chance it everytime u buy a used turbo.. who knwos if they work or not.

try looking for one in the classifieds here, and on www.honda-tech.com

good luck, dont buy off parts trader either.

Re:'95 Si D16Z6 Turbo Story G O N E B A D :( (PICS)
 

How much would it roughly cost to totally rebuild and IHI RHB5? (in $CAN or $US)

Re:'95 Si D16Z6 Turbo Story G O N E B A D :( (PICS)
 

call this number ask for parts, and tell them u need a rebuild kit for that turbo u got. (Toll free: 800-663-6308)

i can rebuild it for you to if u wanna ship it away, but first find out rebuild kit price, its near me to so no shipping on the rebuild kit.

Re:'95 Si D16Z6 Turbo Story G O N E B A D :( (PICS)
 

price will be quoted in cdn from them also.

Re:'95 Si D16Z6 Turbo Story G O N E B A D :( (PICS)
 

they want 205 + 15 shipping in CDN$