KenB350z

Yessir! Now I have to go to Acura and order all my washers and gaskets for the turbo.

shivaswrath

oh that's sexy looking!
So do we know what part fails on our turbos after high miles, is the WG adapter? or the turbo itself?

KenB350z

I'm not to sure about it, I still have my stock turbo on and it still performs awesome after 115k. That turbo that you see was an extra turbo that I bought for the upgrade.

KenB350z

Well looks like I slept in to long and missed the FedEx guy. I will be picking up the turbo in the morning... Just one more day..

wspy

^ That's funny

KenB350z

Here it is. This is 1 of 1 RDX turbo builds from EverGreen turbo Co. Notice the black coating on the exhaust side of the turbo?

bluecarbonfiber

looks good!! was it just spray painted or is it an actual coating? cant wait till you install it i am very curious if the clipping is really worth it.. they went with a 17t wheel didnt they? did they have to machine the cover to make it fit??

KenB350z

I'm sure it's a coat. Yes, it is a 17t. He said, if you go to big it could throw off the turbo and cause to much pressure in the cylinder and blow a head gasket. He did machine the cover just a bit. The turbo is water cooled btw, look in the middle of the turbo that is where the coolant goes.

KenB350z

Acura parts, replacing most of the parts on the back.

bluecarbonfiber

thats alots of parts.. how long before its installed? you doing the task?

KenB350z

Cool Acura guys printed up a thick step by step instructions manual. Trying the installation tonight.

bluecarbonfiber

i have the 2010 shop manual on google share drive i am sure its close to the same if you ever need to refer to something let me know

dresx

Seems like I'm being called a liar? Dunno if you all want pics of recipes or emails...

dresx

Maybe my price was a one time thing so I blacked it out... I have no reason to lie. Why would I even recommend them if I haven't used them??

In either case, I'm glad I could help to point you in the right direction.

Richie v6

That billet wheel is sexy

dresx

Also, please do more research on that 17T compressor wheel. I've never heard of it. I've done lots of research on the TD04 turbo lineup and from what I can tell it doesn't exist. I've got a complete list of Mistubishi turbo for all cars from a Mitsubishi authorized parts distributor. You are welcome to sift through it. Maybe it's a non OEM size?

It looks bigger than a 19T and if so be careful. 19T are supposed to be in a bigger housing. Some said it throws off the maps and starts generating a ton of heat. You've been warned.

This Mitsubishi turbo stuff is new to Honda guys, but old to Subaru and Volvo guys. I really encourage you do more research.

dresx

Unnecessary and untrue... sorry

KenB350z

Sorry man, that is from the shop man. Why wasn't your turbo coated black like all his other turbo builds?

dresx

No idea. We never discussed it. I was surprised when he coated the CHRA. I didn't ask for that either. I can ask him if it will make a difference...

I can assure you I didn't pay him for shits and giggles.

KenB350z

Well, I guess it will come down to your dyno charts.... You can't just put on an updated turbo and expect it to run properly. So, if you have them post em, if not chill with the hostility...

KenB350z

Why would I do more research, that is what I paid them to do.

dresx

Lol, believe my I have a plenty of experience with turbo charged cars and their needs. My build is a little more complex than this and isn't on an RDX, I posted because you guys are finally going through what I went through 2 years ago. No hostility here, just don't like being called a liar when I'm providing truthful/helpful information to the community.

dresx

That may be the case for you, but some members here may like to know more than what a shop will tell them. That's why places like this and k20a[dot]org and honda-tech[dot]com exist.

I love what you're doing with your car, but know that there is more information to be know.

KenB350z

Sorry to offend you, but I'm going to continue with these build.


Thanks,

KenB350z

KenB350z

OOoops. Forgot to order the exhaust manifold gasket, of course after all this. Should be here this week.

crxtype-r

question why an 18t ? got quote full rebuild w/19t wheel clipped and thermal coating with new bearings port etc... $875


ken your a inspiration to all that love the rdx !

KenB350z

Not sure, but I have the 17t. The shop said that if you go to big it could throw off the turbo, and could possibly blow a head gasket.

dresx

They tend to fail. Subaru guys do it, but there is an alarming number of them that fail. 19t flows slightly better than the 18t, but takes on a bunch of extra risk.

One example
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2314592

KenB350z

Got the gasket in, shan't be long for the install.

KenB350z

For those of you that plan to remove the turbo for anything, like; upgrade, replacing parts, etc. I will tell you that it is no easy task. On a scale from 1-to-10 I would rate the removal and install a 7.5 on difficult. I was solo doing the removal and install, so maybe if you have another person it maybe easier; not sure. You will have to drain the radiator fluid because our turbo is water cooled and has coolant running through it. The easiest way to remove the turbo is by removing the valve cover. It made it easy to just pull from the top with no issues, but you have to use those muscles thought. Damn thing is heavy. An oil change would hurt either, while you go the car apart. Nap time! ZZzzzZZzz

KenB350z

For those of you that plan to remove the turbo for anything, like; upgrade, replacing parts, etc. I will tell you that it is no easy task. On a scale from 1-to-10 I would rate the removal and install a 7.5 on difficult. I was solo doing the removal and install, so maybe if you have another person it maybe easier; not sure. You will have to drain the radiator fluid because our turbo is water cooled and has coolant running through it. The easiest way to remove the turbo is by removing the valve cover. It made it easy to just pull from the top with no issues, but you have to use those muscles thought. Damn thing is heavy. An oil change would hurt either, while you go the car apart. Nap time! ZZzzzZZzz

bluecarbonfiber

wow good job.. deff looks like a full day project. you excited to see if you feel a difference?

crxtype-r

good stuff ken . i'm right behind !!! and yeah those turbo swaps stink. I drop the subframe when I do them . so much more room and those vaccum lines suck. can't wait to see the dyno results.

KenB350z

Seem that I have more torque low end, but it pulls violently mid-to-top end! Just plan insane!

KenB350z

Yeah, vacuum lines were crazy. But once you get the valve cover off, it's a piece of cake.

crxtype-r

I read the 17t and 18t pull like crazy mid to top. your making me anxious to do mine now .

bluecarbonfiber

new video coming soon???? is the exhaust louder now that the fins are clipped? whats your over all conclusion?

RDXturbo07

Track day soon? I have to see what this thing runs!!!

BigHatch

retune!

KenB350z

Yes, I will need a retune for sure! Friday I will be heading to the track if I'm tuned or not, hopefully I will be tune. I will be filming at the track!