Originally Posted by DRfrank
or i could just find myself a t3/t4 and be done with it
how hard is it to FI a c1 engine if i plug in a EMS? i dont want a crappy EMS either, prolly gunna go with AEM... also, if i got an electronic boost controler, could i theoertically change profiles on the fly wiith the AEM EMS no problem? (it should control all the variables, like timing, boost, vtec engagement, fuel, etc.. correct?).. ok so heres where i am so far:
B18c1 in a hatch or CRX
t3/t4 turbo
built engine with engine block guard (i think this is the thing that connects to all of the mains stabilizing the block.. right?):
midrange compression pistons (with oem headgasket) so i can always change out the gasket to gain/loose a little compression. (prolly 9.5's-10's)
Pn'P on the head
mid-range cams (streetable, yet also raceable)
LS tranny
AEM EMS w/ EBC
If you are planning on boosting over 15psi regularly, I would go lower compression pistons like 8.5:1-9:1 because lowering the CR with a headgasket is the worst way to do it. The EMS should work fine but I would personally go with a Hondata chipped ECU. They are cheaper and I haven't heard much about the EMS except they cost out the ass. As for cams, I would go with Skunk2 Turbo cams or an equivalent cam with high lift and little to no overlap. You also need to beef up the fuel system with a fuel pump, FPR, and bigger injectors. An aftermarket ignition system like MSD should also be considered. What you want out of the turbo should affect your choice: minimal lag for streetability or all out power with moderate lag. The T3/T4 hybrid is a good choice for power and minimal lag. I wouldn't put a block guard on there, I would sleeve the engine instead. Block guards are inferior to sleeves in every aspect.
Just some food for thought. Either way you go, a racecar project will be pricey and everything will have to be considered.