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Annoying Eric · 06-21-2002, 09:55 AM

What do i need to buy to put a turbo in my car.. Please list everything......from every little screw to washers etc..............

240 2NR · 06-21-2002, 10:28 AM

Start with some books, like an FSM and some on how turbos work, sizing, and installation.

If you want a parts list just look up a bolt on kit.  They include everything you need to install a turbo, so follow their lead.  Nsport, Fmax, and XS engineering come to mind.

Or use search, i think even your subject line has been used several times before.

*DSC* · 06-21-2002, 04:01 PM

If you care to learn all about turbos (and I hope you do if your getting one, hehe) check out a book called "Maxium Boost". I haven't read it myself since I don't plan to go turbo anytime soon but I have heard from numerous people that it is a "must read" for anybody looking to go turbo. Its not EVERYTHING you need to build a custom turbo kit from scrach but its a good start. <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt='

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If you don't care to learn...just buy a full prebuilt kit and pay someone to install it for you <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/butbut.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':but:'>

*AceInHole* · 06-21-2002, 06:42 PM

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Its not EVERYTHING you need to build a custom turbo kit from scrach but its a good start. <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt='

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No.... it describes pretty much everything.  From what you'll need for an oil drain line to turbo and intercooler sizing and cooling to pipe construction.

And fuel.... fuel is important.  Don't forget the fuel.

rotaryknight · 06-21-2002, 08:55 PM

Maximum Boost is a great book.  For beginners or for people that need a bit of refreshing on turbocharging it's great.

veil_side_ · 06-22-2002, 03:42 PM

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I just bought this book...its great.  Still on chapter 1 though.

06-21-2002, 10:28 AM	#2
240 2NR Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Denver Posts: 1,131 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Start with some books, like an FSM and some on how turbos work, sizing, and installation. If you want a parts list just look up a bolt on kit.  They include everything you need to install a turbo, so follow their lead.  Nsport, Fmax, and XS engineering come to mind. Or use search, i think even your subject line has been used several times before. __________________ Steve 93 240sx FB currently very clean and for sale

06-21-2002, 04:01 PM	#3
DSC New Title Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: VA Posts: 3,454 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	If you care to learn all about turbos (and I hope you do if your getting one, hehe) check out a book called "Maxium Boost". I haven't read it myself since I don't plan to go turbo anytime soon but I have heard from numerous people that it is a "must read" for anybody looking to go turbo. Its not EVERYTHING you need to build a custom turbo kit from scrach but its a good start. <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=''> If you don't care to learn...just buy a full prebuilt kit and pay someone to install it for you <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/butbut.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':but:'> __________________

06-21-2002, 06:42 PM	#4
AceInHole Autox Technician Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: New Haven, CT Age: 44 Posts: 3,961 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: AceInHole Feedback Score: 0 reviews	</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (DSC @ June 20 2002,6:01)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">If you care to learn all about turbos (and I hope you do if your getting one, hehe) check out a book called "Maxium Boost". ... Its not EVERYTHING you need to build a custom turbo kit from scrach but its a good start. <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=''></td></tr></table><span id='postcolor'> No.... it describes pretty much everything.  From what you'll need for an oil drain line to turbo and intercooler sizing and cooling to pipe construction. And fuel.... fuel is important.  Don't forget the fuel. __________________

06-21-2002, 08:55 PM	#5
rotaryknight Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 408 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Maximum Boost is a great book.  For beginners or for people that need a bit of refreshing on turbocharging it's great. __________________ Daily Driver- 91 240 SX SE...S13 Blacktop HKS FMIC, EVC IV, W/G, Racing Suction, DP, Dual Drager, springs/pillow ball mounts Whiteline sway bars Tokico blues Koyo Radiator, Fluidyne fan J30 VLSD stock exterior. Fun Car- 94 FD3S (TO4S). The White HKS FD in FnF......may she rest in pieces.

06-22-2002, 03:42 PM	#6
veil_side_ Leaky Injector Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Arlington TX Posts: 56 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (rotaryknight @ June 21 2002,9:55)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Maximum Boost is a great book. For beginners or for people that need a bit of refreshing on turbocharging it's great.</td></tr></table><span id='postcolor'> I just bought this book...its great.  Still on chapter 1 though. __________________ VeilSide? i've never bought anything from them and never will!

06-21-2002, 09:55 AM	#1
Annoying Eric Zilvia Addict Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: NYC / Indiana Age: 39 Posts: 831 Trader Rating: (1) Rides Gallery: Annoying Eric Feedback Score: 1 reviews	What do i need to buy to put a turbo in my car.. Please list everything......from every little screw to washers etc..............