Originally Posted by oscar_425

don't go turbo.. spend all that money in a b-series engine and go N/A ... thats the best thing u can do IMO...

Originally Posted by westcoaststyle

It may be the best thing in your opinion, but it is not at all cost effective when comparing the power gained with the money spent. N/A guys always make me laugh. :chuckles:

Originally Posted by twinring

the best D series sohc came out of the 89-91 civic si (D16a non VTEC) it has steel main caps just like B series. all the others including the D15b have this one piece aluminum crap that flexes under normal conditions (imagine what boost would do)

I actually admire your desire to build your own engine rather than taking the easy way around. I think that in the end you will gain more appreciation and useful experience of the end product than just swapping some used engine into your car and slapping a turbo on it. of course this method isnt all bad.

I currently have 3 completely dissasembled engines (B16a,B18c,B20b) in my garage and just this alone has givien me knowledge that I wouldnt have ever gained reading some forum.

If I were you, Id try to find a better base. sohc or dohc. and its extremely important to buy a HELMS MANUAL for that engine if you dont already own one.

Originally Posted by westcoaststyle

Well said. I gained theoretical knowledge from reading and consulting the forums, but doing it yourself is undoubtedly the best way to learn it. A secondary motor to tinker with is very helpful.