how do i get my car faster?

r.romero1@live · 03-17-08, 11:55 PM

i have a 1989 acura legend, i put a cold air intake and custom exsaust. I am stuck because there is no turbos available were i am, plus i dont want to blow the moter, anybody please if you know if there is any turbos let me know were. I am in pueblo co.

murderotica · 03-18-08, 12:08 AM

No, there are no turbos readily available for these cars. If you're looking for a tuner I'd suggest you sell your Legend and buy an EG or EK Civic. If you plan on keeping the car, read the FAQ... That would've answered your question and saved this thread from being made.

GrumpySteelMan · 03-27-08, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by murderotica

No, there are no turbos readily available for these cars. If you're looking for a tuner I'd suggest you sell your Legend and buy an EG or EK Civic. If you plan on keeping the car, read the FAQ... That would've answered your question and saved this thread from being made.

He's already gotten started modifying his car, and now he's asking for help. Don't be that guy. You make the community as a whole look bad, welcoming new members so warmly. What if I think you should sell your car because I don't like your unhelpful attitude? Wait, that makes no sense either.

I received about as warm a welcome when I first signed up, but I like making guys like you upset.

Now on topic:

Turbo isn't the only answer for power. Personally I have an '04 3.5RL and I put a little nitrous on it. It was a great solution, easy to install, and you can be as sensible or as crazy as you want to be. Just be careful because things CAN go wrong with nitrous rather quickly.

Sadly you'll not get too far with your car unless you're willing to spend some money and do a fair amount of research. Since the Legend isn't a tuner favorite, there really isn't much in the way of off-the-shelf parts support for them.

If you have any interest whatsoever in handling, I would look into that next while you consider your options for 'mo powah.'

Good Luck

GSM

l4zy415 · 03-27-08, 01:24 PM

murderotica, shame on you, lol j/p. I found a website where they make custom turbos:
Forced Air Technologies
check them out. There is no "ready to bolt on" turbo made for our cars. They all have to be custom made.

GrumpySteelMan · 03-27-08, 01:40 PM

+1 Frisco, that's cooler than Eskimo shit.

murderotica · 03-30-08, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by GrumpySteelMan

Turbo isn't the only answer for power. Personally I have an '04 3.5RL and I put a little nitrous on it. It was a great solution, easy to install, and you can be as sensible or as crazy as you want to be. Just be careful because things CAN go wrong with nitrous rather quickly.

If you have any interest whatsoever in handling, I would look into that next while you consider your options for 'mo powah.'

Clever, but you should consider keeping the insults and comments to PM. Speaking of which, check your inbox.

You might want to consider the potentially harmful effects of nitrous. You are right though--if done correctly, it can be great when you need that extra power.

I think handling is something that a lot of people overlook. Especially here, people seem to jump straight to the "I need more power" line of thought. New suspension setup = the win.

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Originally Posted by l4zy415

murderotica, shame on you, lol j/p. I found a website where they make custom turbos:
Forced Air Technologies
check them out. There is no "ready to bolt on" turbo made for our cars. They all have to be custom made.

That's the one in the FAQ... haha. But good lookin' out!

music2bmurderedby · 03-30-08, 09:43 PM

another custom turbo application that would be very legend friendly, 1st or 2nd gen ...
Squires Turbo Systems - Turbocharged Innovation!

GrumpySteelMan · 03-31-08, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by murderotica

Clever, but you should consider keeping the insults and comments to PM. Speaking of which, check your inbox.

Looks like you got a little chapped. Sorry you can't accept that the new guys should be welcomed and pointed in the right direction. The shun and kick doesn't lend any strength to what we're all trying to do here: Maximize the enjoyment of our cars.

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You might want to consider the potentially harmful effects of nitrous. You are right though--if done correctly, it can be great when you need that extra power.

Nitrous is an excellent way to make a little power or break a lot of stuff. It is still a very reasonable addition to the Legend/RL cars since it is simple, and doesn't require any custom work or tuning past getting the initial install right.

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I think handling is something that a lot of people overlook. Especially here, people seem to jump straight to the "I need more power" line of thought. New suspension setup = the win.

We are in a agreement again it seems. Suspension is certainly part of the total package. I've ignored it on a few cars that were just straight-line runners, but nothing really makes the driving experience than a well tuned suspension. Let's face it, on your daily driver, how much time do you really spend at WOT (ok most people, but I'm nuts)?

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Originally Posted by music2bmurderedby

another custom turbo application that would be very legend friendly, 1st or 2nd gen ...
Squires Turbo Systems - Turbocharged Innovation!

You keep suggesting this, but it's just a piping and hardware kit. It doesn't account for any tuning (fuel, spark, engine controls) whatsoever. 'Universal' in this case means 'figure it all out yourself.'

Personally I wouldn't suggest the STS kit unless I was certain the person who might run out and buy it was having it professionally installed by a skilled tuner. I've been digging around on information regarding the barriers found on these cars and I must say I'm impressed with anyone who has a workable turbo system with the stock engine management in place.

music2bmurderedby · 03-31-08, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by GrumpySteelMan

You keep suggesting this, but it's just a piping and hardware kit. It doesn't account for any tuning (fuel, spark, engine controls) whatsoever. 'Universal' in this case means 'figure it all out yourself.'

Personally I wouldn't suggest the STS kit unless I was certain the person who might run out and buy it was having it professionally installed by a skilled tuner. I've been digging around on information regarding the barriers found on these cars and I must say I'm impressed with anyone who has a workable turbo system with the stock engine management in place.

uhmmm yea .... like my post states "custom" turbo application, assuming that the purchaser would either have the knowledge to, or plan on having someone who does have the knowledge & skills to properly install the sts turbo kit along with all other needed components as a CUSTOM job - which goes right along with what everyone is telling this guy -- that any application will have to be custom.
"Personally I wouldn't suggest the STS kit unless I was certain the person who might run out and buy it was having it professionally installed by a skilled tuner." -- exactly ! yay you got it!

l4zy415 · 03-31-08, 05:25 PM

Lol its funny how you guys fight over turbo stuff. You guys need to e-hug and make up. Its best to take it to a Tuner Shop where they can modify the headers, piping for turbo and inner cooler for the turbo setup. The turbo I want is the one Muffo is working on lol.

murderotica · 03-31-08, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by GrumpySteelMan

Nitrous is an excellent way to...
We are in a agreement again it seems.... Let's face it, on your daily driver, how much time do you really spend at WOT (ok most people, but I'm nuts)?

and

.
But... I spend a decent amount of time at WOT haha. I'm cutting back though, I swear!

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Originally Posted by l4zy415

Its best to take it to a Tuner Shop where they can modify the headers, piping for turbo and inner cooler for the turbo setup.

but quit giving away my plans! haha

l4zy415 · 03-31-08, 06:13 PM

^ Lol well, if I see blueline of your turbo setup, then I'll shut up haha.

GrumpySteelMan · 03-31-08, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by music2bmurderedby

another custom turbo application that would be very legend friendly, 1st or 2nd gen

The universal STS kit isn't very legend friendly no matter how you look at it. I stand by my statement and I don't think you have any basis for such a suggestion. Simply using the word 'custom' doesn't make it obvious to a novice that there is more to the system than buying it and making it fit.

I wasn't trying to make it personal, so getting all butt hurt won't help you. Would it kill you to not simply drop a link into a thread and instead accompany your links with some description or explanation?

music2bmurderedby · 03-31-08, 11:43 PM

^^^ AHAHA !!!! butt hurt ... come on man please. i don't get hurt in any way over the internet my friend. you on the other hand seem to have a problem with the world. i do like your sig though!!! i was thinking of putting 1 up that reads... "an asshole that knows his stuff is still, in turn -- AN ASSHOLE!!!" ... would that be kinda cool ya' think?

Alperovich · 04-01-08, 12:04 AM

how about somehting like this?

Whose ready for the 2008 racing season???

that'll help you be faster, lol

03-17-08, 11:55 PM	#1 (permalink)
r.romero1@live Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: colorado Posts: 1 Car 1: 1989 acura legend Car 2: 1996 chrysler sebrin iTrader: (0)	how do i get my car faster? i have a 1989 acura legend, i put a cold air intake and custom exsaust. I am stuck because there is no turbos available were i am, plus i dont want to blow the moter, anybody please if you know if there is any turbos let me know were. I am in pueblo co.

03-27-08, 01:24 PM	#4 (permalink)
l4zy415 FRISCO LEGEND BABY!!!! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Frisco Cali Posts: 2,667 Car 1: 1988 Acura Legend Sedan iTrader: (4)	murderotica, shame on you, lol j/p. I found a website where they make custom turbos: Forced Air Technologies check them out. There is no "ready to bolt on" turbo made for our cars. They all have to be custom made. __________________ My Legend Is Rising Back From Hell!!!! BEWARE. 18" Limited 341 Chrome Rims Matador Red Paint Weapon R - Secret Weapon Intake LED Bright White Dash Lights/Floor Kenwood KDC-X590 Excelon Mp3 Deck Ford Taurus Coin/Cup Holder 2 12" Kickers 1200 Watt Sony XM-2200GTX 2-Channel Xplod Amp 2 Rockford Fosgate Capacitors Power Acoustic Capacitor Clear Rear Turn Signal Reverse Glow Gauges Soon To Come: Rebuild Motor and 5-MT Swap

03-31-08, 05:25 PM	#10 (permalink)
l4zy415 FRISCO LEGEND BABY!!!! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Frisco Cali Posts: 2,667 Car 1: 1988 Acura Legend Sedan iTrader: (4)	Lol its funny how you guys fight over turbo stuff. You guys need to e-hug and make up. Its best to take it to a Tuner Shop where they can modify the headers, piping for turbo and inner cooler for the turbo setup. The turbo I want is the one Muffo is working on lol. __________________ My Legend Is Rising Back From Hell!!!! BEWARE. 18" Limited 341 Chrome Rims Matador Red Paint Weapon R - Secret Weapon Intake LED Bright White Dash Lights/Floor Kenwood KDC-X590 Excelon Mp3 Deck Ford Taurus Coin/Cup Holder 2 12" Kickers 1200 Watt Sony XM-2200GTX 2-Channel Xplod Amp 2 Rockford Fosgate Capacitors Power Acoustic Capacitor Clear Rear Turn Signal Reverse Glow Gauges Soon To Come: Rebuild Motor and 5-MT Swap

03-31-08, 06:13 PM	#12 (permalink)
l4zy415 FRISCO LEGEND BABY!!!! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Frisco Cali Posts: 2,667 Car 1: 1988 Acura Legend Sedan iTrader: (4)	^ Lol well, if I see blueline of your turbo setup, then I'll shut up haha. __________________ My Legend Is Rising Back From Hell!!!! BEWARE. 18" Limited 341 Chrome Rims Matador Red Paint Weapon R - Secret Weapon Intake LED Bright White Dash Lights/Floor Kenwood KDC-X590 Excelon Mp3 Deck Ford Taurus Coin/Cup Holder 2 12" Kickers 1200 Watt Sony XM-2200GTX 2-Channel Xplod Amp 2 Rockford Fosgate Capacitors Power Acoustic Capacitor Clear Rear Turn Signal Reverse Glow Gauges Soon To Come: Rebuild Motor and 5-MT Swap

04-01-08, 12:04 AM	#15 (permalink)
Alperovich I'm the Stig! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Highland park, il Posts: 13,357 Car 1: 93 Coupe LS 6SPD [reborn] Car 2: 99 2.3CL 5spd Car 3: 82 XJ550R iTrader: (19)	how about somehting like this? Whose ready for the 2008 racing season??? that'll help you be faster, lol __________________ ~Alex A legend Reborn v.Hello Track days... Visit my Website!!

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