K20 with LHT400 Turbo -Step by Step - Page 2

MrLHT · 01-03-2007, 06:03 PM

Today the prep work started for the K 20. The pedals are swapped over to manual , the radiater moved and the parts that wont be needed are removed. The radiator that came with the car is a dual core to it will be upto the task for cooling with the help of a SPAL fan we supply.

Clutch lines for the K20 swap can be found from sales@suja1.com for $40.

SPAL Fans are $109 availble at LHT.Best fan money can buy!

The motor is bolted in with the cables postioned. The Clutch line is connected and the radiator is installed with a custom bracket we built.

As with all our work, we like to make think look like they came from the factory that way. You will notice in some of the pictures we re-route hoses and wiring to look tidy, this takes a little more time but is worth it.
Here's the motor installed.
More tomorrow...

2g · 01-03-2007, 08:06 PM

Awesome progress. Looks like its moving along. Looking good so far!

**marksaccord95** · 01-03-2007, 08:54 PM

honest question.

why put such an over kill turbo for a car with power goals of only 300hp? even in the 300hp range a (350-390) a GT2871R seems like a better choice.

Going to build the motor later?

kenji · 01-03-2007, 09:32 PM

John Wilson at LHT does some great work. I have worked side by side with John WAY back in the day ('97ish). He does some of the best work I have ever seen.

All of his transactions are carried out with honor and integrity. Trust me, you can not go wrong with LHT.

-kenji

**marksaccord95** · 01-03-2007, 09:46 PM

holy shit its kenji

where the hell u been man?

MrLHT · 01-04-2007, 01:59 PM

Thanks for comments.

Quote:why put such an over kill turbo for a car with power goals of only 300hp? even in the 300hp range a (350-390) a GT2871R seems like a better choice.

The Turbo we are using isn't really that big, Down the road more power will be required.This turbo will make 300whp alot easier than a GT2871R, Lower boost and have a great spool.

More pics later.

**Alpha** · 01-04-2007, 06:43 PM

Maybe I missed it but I dont see a turbo listed. Custom turbo is all I see. Either way I wouldnt want to see that small turbine wheel on this car. Sending you a PM John

YARO · 01-04-2007, 07:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrLHT

The turbo as plannned will be something around a Gt3076 with a .63ar.

More specs when the build commences.

Heres some on the turbo

**Merv.JDMD** · 01-04-2007, 07:08 PM

I seen him picking up some parts at honda the day he was taking the car to you guys... The man had a cool aid smile going on! Now i can see why!

Motor/Swap is looking good...

MrLHT · 01-04-2007, 08:01 PM

The car is now a 6 speed, The Slush box parts are out and the shifter box is mounted. The wiring has still to be done so the clutch saftey switch is functioning etc. The sealant has to dry over night before we could put the trim back together.

Inside:

The intercooler pipes will both be on the drivers side so this is how we modify the intercooler without giving up any flow. The intercooler is a Precision 600hp ( AS1025 - $375).We also don't really like the look of the super tight 180 deg bends.
The intercooler will be mounted tomorrow and the intercooler piping will be built. We will use 4 Ply Vibrant silicone connector in blue and all piping will be polished.

MrLHT · 01-04-2007, 08:08 PM

The turbo and manifold are bolted on so we can build the downpipe. The downpipe is a full 3" with recirc wastegate which is under the manifold. There will be a heat shield over the turbo to keep the heat from damaging the hood or surounding paint, there is also a small on the downpipe seen in the picture below.

Side view:

Tune in tomorrow.
Piping and fuel regulator is next. Thanks for stopping by( San Deigo,lol).

**Alpha** · 01-04-2007, 08:29 PM

Looks great. Alot more room than an RSX

2g · 01-04-2007, 09:26 PM

Keep the pictures coming, looks great!

kenji · 01-04-2007, 10:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by marksaccord95

holy shit its kenji

where the hell u been man?

I've been around. Just really busy.

How have you been?

-kenji

60-1EK · 01-05-2007, 07:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenji

John Wilson at LHT does some great work. I have worked side by side with John WAY back in the day ('97ish). He does some of the best work I have ever seen.

All of his transactions are carried out with honor and integrity. Trust me, you can not go wrong with LHT.

-kenji

Pot calling kettle black....lol. +1 for John and his work and for both of these OG guys that really have progressed the sport!

01-03-2007, 06:03 PM	#16 (permalink)
MrLHT John @ LHT Performance Car: Integra Type R TURBO My TRGarage Location: Tampa Fl TRader Rating: (7) : 13273247	Today the prep work started for the K 20. The pedals are swapped over to manual , the radiater moved and the parts that wont be needed are removed. The radiator that came with the car is a dual core to it will be upto the task for cooling with the help of a SPAL fan we supply. Clutch lines for the K20 swap can be found from sales@suja1.com for $40. SPAL Fans are $109 availble at LHT.Best fan money can buy! The motor is bolted in with the cables postioned. The Clutch line is connected and the radiator is installed with a custom bracket we built. As with all our work, we like to make think look like they came from the factory that way. You will notice in some of the pictures we re-route hoses and wiring to look tidy, this takes a little more time but is worth it. Here's the motor installed. More tomorrow... Last edited by MrLHT : 01-03-2007 at 06:09 PM.

01-04-2007, 08:01 PM	#25 (permalink)
MrLHT John @ LHT Performance Car: Integra Type R TURBO My TRGarage Location: Tampa Fl TRader Rating: (7) : 13273247	The car is now a 6 speed, The Slush box parts are out and the shifter box is mounted. The wiring has still to be done so the clutch saftey switch is functioning etc. The sealant has to dry over night before we could put the trim back together. Inside: The intercooler pipes will both be on the drivers side so this is how we modify the intercooler without giving up any flow. The intercooler is a Precision 600hp ( AS1025 - $375).We also don't really like the look of the super tight 180 deg bends. The intercooler will be mounted tomorrow and the intercooler piping will be built. We will use 4 Ply Vibrant silicone connector in blue and all piping will be polished. Last edited by MrLHT : 01-05-2007 at 12:26 PM.

01-03-2007, 08:06 PM	#17 (permalink)
2g Registered User Car: My TRGarage TRader Rating: (8) : 2906	Awesome progress. Looks like its moving along. Looking good so far!

01-03-2007, 08:54 PM	#18 (permalink)
marksaccord95 TR Registered Member #5 Car: 72 datsun 510, 94 Accord, 07 350z, 91 240sx My TRGarage Location: Oceanside, CA TRader Rating: (11) : 87252184	honest question. why put such an over kill turbo for a car with power goals of only 300hp? even in the 300hp range a (350-390) a GT2871R seems like a better choice. Going to build the motor later?

01-03-2007, 09:32 PM	#19 (permalink)
kenji Registered User Car: My TRGarage TRader Rating: (0) : 126	John Wilson at LHT does some great work. I have worked side by side with John WAY back in the day ('97ish). He does some of the best work I have ever seen. All of his transactions are carried out with honor and integrity. Trust me, you can not go wrong with LHT. -kenji

01-03-2007, 09:46 PM	#20 (permalink)
marksaccord95 TR Registered Member #5 Car: 72 datsun 510, 94 Accord, 07 350z, 91 240sx My TRGarage Location: Oceanside, CA TRader Rating: (11) : 87252184	holy shit its kenji where the hell u been man?

01-04-2007, 01:59 PM	#21 (permalink)
MrLHT John @ LHT Performance Car: Integra Type R TURBO My TRGarage Location: Tampa Fl TRader Rating: (7) : 13273247	Thanks for comments. Quote:why put such an over kill turbo for a car with power goals of only 300hp? even in the 300hp range a (350-390) a GT2871R seems like a better choice. The Turbo we are using isn't really that big, Down the road more power will be required.This turbo will make 300whp alot easier than a GT2871R, Lower boost and have a great spool. More pics later.

01-04-2007, 06:43 PM	#22 (permalink)
Alpha Moderator Car: EG Hatchback My TRGarage Location: Florida TRader Rating: (12) : 6211983	Maybe I missed it but I dont see a turbo listed. Custom turbo is all I see. Either way I wouldnt want to see that small turbine wheel on this car. Sending you a PM John

01-04-2007, 07:08 PM	#24 (permalink)
Merv.JDMD Mervin A.K.A MerV Car: EJ6 Coupe My TRGarage Location: Florida TRader Rating: (9) : 57357492	I seen him picking up some parts at honda the day he was taking the car to you guys... The man had a cool aid smile going on! Now i can see why! Motor/Swap is looking good...

01-04-2007, 08:08 PM	#26 (permalink)
MrLHT John @ LHT Performance Car: Integra Type R TURBO My TRGarage Location: Tampa Fl TRader Rating: (7) : 13273247	The turbo and manifold are bolted on so we can build the downpipe. The downpipe is a full 3" with recirc wastegate which is under the manifold. There will be a heat shield over the turbo to keep the heat from damaging the hood or surounding paint, there is also a small on the downpipe seen in the picture below. Side view: Tune in tomorrow. Piping and fuel regulator is next. Thanks for stopping by( San Deigo,lol).

01-04-2007, 08:29 PM	#27 (permalink)
Alpha Moderator Car: EG Hatchback My TRGarage Location: Florida TRader Rating: (12) : 6211983	Looks great. Alot more room than an RSX

01-04-2007, 09:26 PM	#28 (permalink)
2g Registered User Car: My TRGarage TRader Rating: (8) : 2906	Keep the pictures coming, looks great!