I'm trying to build a turbo m20, what's the absolute best build I could do for $5k?

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  • ilovemyshitbox
    Noobie
    • Jan 2022
    • 1

    #1

    I'm trying to build a turbo m20, what's the absolute best build I could do for $5k?

    My power goals are 300-400 WHP, what's the best m20 model & internals to use?
  • McGyver
    R3V Elite
    • Jun 2009
    • 4457

    #2
    I would start with whatever m20b25 you have available. Change the oil, timing belt / water pump, and spark plugs. Then get the cheapest ebay turbo kit you can find. Get a MegaSquirt 2. Run it until it blows up (~2 weeks)
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    • 2mAn
      SeƱior Mod
      • Aug 2010
      • 20124

      #3
      E30Bastard

      Please help this man out
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      • tomstin
        E30 Addict
        • Mar 2015
        • 545

        #4
        This would be a good place to start your research: https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/for...k-street-build
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        • hasa
          Wrencher
          • May 2013
          • 278

          #5
          There is no shortcuts to happiness. There are two paths to go

          1) learn it hard way and study everything from engine hardware and tuning. There are several books that help. Internet is full of scattered pieces of information, but also misleading stuff that may lead to wrong decisions.
          2) Let professional do the build



          I'd use std M20B25, but properly sized turbo, +500cc injectors, intercooler, clutch, standalone engine management, tune it and drive.


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          • moatilliatta
            R3V OG
            • Feb 2005
            • 6121

            #6
            Should we ask if the car has good bushings and maintenance done first?

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