Spazz698 Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 I'm planning to do a hg fix on my car (see sig) which means a lot of the gaskets are getting replaced and most of my block will be avail for upgrade-and I suddenly think turbo is a good idea. Let's say I'm planning to push 6-8psi, do I need to upgrade anything? Just remember, I'm not far from 260k, still runs great but eventually if I keep the car long enough to be able to save some money I'll be doing a major swap on my car, which is why I'm not aiming too high for the time being. I think if I want to do what I want with my car I should start with a fresh to barely broken in block, not one that's been babied its entire life and given to me (not saying I dont take care of it but I do "test" it) lol Hmm maybe I should go buy a honda to blow up before experimenting with my beloved subaru... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offroadsubaruguy Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 turbo is good, but i would suggest a new bottom end first. otherwise you'll kill it really fast...... you dont need to upgrade anything from what i hear, although fuel pressure might not hurt....... bigger injectors, and then of course bigger exhaust.... say 3 inch from turbo back..... just a thought Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bmm001 Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 I wouldn't try to add a turbo to a regular EJ22. The turbo ones have a "closed-deck" design in the heads, whereas the regular ones are open, as well as various other strengthening modifications and lubrication upgrades. I don't think a regular engine would last for very long with a turbo. Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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