lsvtec crx turbo (downpipe problems)
 

i have a 1989 crx with a lsvtec swap. i used a 14b mitsu turbo and the way the o2 housing lines up it will be very very difficult to manuver any sort of down pipe. can anyone help??

Re: lsvtec crx turbo (downpipe problems)
 

You will need to dent,smash or cut/trim the crossmember to make it clear.Your best bet is to buy a flange and build a downpipe instead of using the OE o2 housing.That or buy a aftermarket traction bar/cross member setup from LSD motorsports they make for tons of room for the o2 housing :6

Re: lsvtec crx turbo (downpipe problems)
 

Or do one even better...you need to make a custom fit manifold like i did in my pic over there <--------...it's pretty much the exact same setup except just a regular LS in my hatch. If you angle the turbo back slightly and tilted slightly it'll give you just enough room for clearance for a downpipe, and you can even use the factory o2 housing that came on the turbo. No bending stuff, no hacking stuff, and best of all, you can even run the factory internal wastegate actuator and leave it bolted right to the turbo ;D Only limit is your imagination and your fabrication skills.

Re: lsvtec crx turbo (downpipe problems)
 

OR realize that a 14b is WAAAYY undersized for that motor!!!

Re: lsvtec crx turbo (downpipe problems)
 

He'll realize that afterwards, but for a first setup it makes a good project. Hell, even I used the 16g from an 04 evo...it's a decent size for just an LS, but unfortunately still uses the td05h exhaust wheel. Fast spool time, but it's ok for my 6500 rpm that i limit myself to.