best turbo kits
08-16-2008 | 02:57 PM
#105
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curiousity killed me but sorry since this not what you guy are talking about but can i use a rew with a renesis ecu???
Sorry if its a stupid question i just thought of it here att work and im clueless.
Sorry if its a stupid question i just thought of it here att work and im clueless.
08-16-2008 | 03:15 PM
#106
Life begins @ 30 psi
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08-16-2008 | 03:51 PM
#107
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So you know all about EVERY turbo kit available for the RX-8? Hmmmm
There actually are some very high quality kits, like the BHR/MM turbo kit. But I suppose you think a custom cast manifold, a Garrett turbocharger, HKS blow-off valve, custom aluminum piping with bead-rolled ends, Samco Sport couplers, t-bolt clamps, and a COBB AccessPORT is all crappy components, eh? Have you ever even reviewed any of the kits out there for the 8?
You make it sounds like all RX-8 turbo kit offerings are E-Bay crap thrown together, and as of now I only know of one that is suspected of that. Yes, some are expensive, but how many RX-8's are on the road compared to RX-7's? It's a more niche market, less buyers= higher individual cost, it's simple business.
I could easily throw a GT4088 on my car if I wanted and say my turbo supports 700-hp, but I would rather keep my tiny GT3071R and have full boost before the sun sets, and still make my pathetic 400-rwhp.
There actually are some very high quality kits, like the BHR/MM turbo kit. But I suppose you think a custom cast manifold, a Garrett turbocharger, HKS blow-off valve, custom aluminum piping with bead-rolled ends, Samco Sport couplers, t-bolt clamps, and a COBB AccessPORT is all crappy components, eh? Have you ever even reviewed any of the kits out there for the 8?
You make it sounds like all RX-8 turbo kit offerings are E-Bay crap thrown together, and as of now I only know of one that is suspected of that. Yes, some are expensive, but how many RX-8's are on the road compared to RX-7's? It's a more niche market, less buyers= higher individual cost, it's simple business.
I could easily throw a GT4088 on my car if I wanted and say my turbo supports 700-hp, but I would rather keep my tiny GT3071R and have full boost before the sun sets, and still make my pathetic 400-rwhp.
If you dont need to be spoon fed, build your own kit and save money.
Last edited by Outkast187; 08-16-2008 at 03:53 PM.
08-16-2008 | 04:13 PM
#108
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This turbo kit: http://www.diasio.com/turboengbay.html is one of the best I've seen for the renesis...
too bad it won't fit in the engine bay...lol
too bad it won't fit in the engine bay...lol
08-16-2008 | 08:55 PM
#115
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well, you do understand that
MM and BHR has limited knowledge too, no one ever ever had a 5000000whp renesis and we don't even know if that is possible
however, most rx8 turbo kits want to get the MOST out of the forseeable powerband + max power
which is why we prefer faster spooling and using the turbo to it's fullest extent
MM and BHR has limited knowledge too, no one ever ever had a 5000000whp renesis and we don't even know if that is possible
however, most rx8 turbo kits want to get the MOST out of the forseeable powerband + max power
which is why we prefer faster spooling and using the turbo to it's fullest extent
08-16-2008 | 09:01 PM
#116
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first step is to find out how much power you need.
For just about everyone, it's going to be 400 whp or less.
With that in mind, Jeff's choice for the turbo is close to perfect. 12 psi at 2800 rpm = win.
If we get to the point where we're seeing people go over 400 whp on a regular basis, I might reconsider this statement, but I honestly don't think a DD will fit that bill with the renesis.
For just about everyone, it's going to be 400 whp or less.
With that in mind, Jeff's choice for the turbo is close to perfect. 12 psi at 2800 rpm = win.
If we get to the point where we're seeing people go over 400 whp on a regular basis, I might reconsider this statement, but I honestly don't think a DD will fit that bill with the renesis.
08-16-2008 | 09:06 PM
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08-17-2008 | 01:39 AM
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08-17-2008 | 01:56 AM
#122
Nope, dont know all the kits available. I have never seen one that came with everything you want, I have seen some with **** poor parts, some with over the top high end parts. Which you just proved in your post. If you pick and choose, you can save thousands by not getting all the stuff you dont want. But, I'm sure you already knew that. BHR makes nice stuff, not saying they dont. Does everyone need a custom cast manifold? Does everyone need a HKS wastegate and blow off valve? Hmm, sounds to me like you could just......buy what you actually need? Nah, buy someone's kit...THEN buy the parts you need. Brilliant plan.
If you dont need to be spoon fed, build your own kit and save money.
If you dont need to be spoon fed, build your own kit and save money.
LOL, hopefully pretty soon with water/meth injection.
08-17-2008 | 09:46 AM
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The MM/BHR kit has everything I listed (except the HKS wastegate you threw in there for some reason). But you do NEED everything the kit comes with. Are you going to run without a manifold, or couplers, or a blow-off valve? The kit doesn't come with frills.
LOL, hopefully pretty soon with water/meth injection.
LOL, hopefully pretty soon with water/meth injection.
Lets do this...post the kit you prefer, and list EVERYTHING it comes with. We can decide from there. Before this thread turns into a useless heap of crap.
08-17-2008 | 04:15 PM
#125
Yea....you need the stuff it comes with. You dont need the exact parts. Come on guys, lets show some common sense. Im guessing you bought a kit, so you are defending your purchase.
Lets do this...post the kit you prefer, and list EVERYTHING it comes with. We can decide from there. Before this thread turns into a useless heap of crap.
Lets do this...post the kit you prefer, and list EVERYTHING it comes with. We can decide from there. Before this thread turns into a useless heap of crap.
ask your self this: What makes a turbo kit BEST?
Your answer will be different than mine, and from CW's and from countless other people. Its called personal opinion and preference.
For me, i dont need shiny pipes, chrome, or a big front mount snail. I prefer to have everything hidden away and simple looking. Add quality parts and you have me Best kit.
for others its not the same.... your asking for common sense out one side of the mouth, while asking everyone to agree on preferential issues out the other.... idiot
why dont you just drop your sac already and tell us what YOU think is the best turbo kit setup, top to bottom... tell us how YOU would have designed one....
Last edited by paulmasoner; 08-17-2008 at 04:20 PM.