Can this be done?

[mulletmrt]

I was wondeing if this can be done? I have 3000 dollars to go towards a my 89 s13 car. I was wondering if i could turbo it with that amount of money? I have really nothing to start out with, except what spec I want to go for(boost around 7-10 psi). I am getting a whole 89 s13 for $400. That knocks me down to $2600. I can get a z31 T3 turbo for a decent price, but I have to think about all the rest. Is it possible? I also have to do a rebuild on the engine. I have doubts, but am hopeing for the best. Any other questions? Thanks Mike

[encasemyheart]

Yeah you can get an intercooled z31 setup with that and run 7psi with a RRFPR instead of larger injectors and a computer upgrade. All this can be done for about $2000 depending on how much you get the parts for.

[AceInhole]

sounds like the $2004 project I wanna do over winter.... turbocharged S13 With an '89 though... what kind of condition do you expect the engine to be in?

[NeedCAforS13]

especially a $400 '89!

Sean

[matt0941]

You could

Should you?: Do a compression test then I will answer this question

In addition, why did you ask if it can be done for $3000 when you only had $2400 to spend. I know I know, you just wrote it and didnt pay attention but still. Guess I am just in a bad mood today (but I am really not, hmph).

[S13Ka24e]

I also have to do a rebuild on the engine.

If you have to do a rebuild i would say that would can't rebuild and turbo for $2600, or should i say i wouldn't. I would rebuild it right and with it rebuilt keep it in good condition and turbo it later.

[silviaNE]

If you are going to use mostly used parts and do most of the labor yourself, you could. I would keep an eye on ebay for deals on a lot of items you will need.

[MikeS14240sx]

I wouldn't go off spending all your money on turbo stuff when you buy a $400 dollar car. Make sure the car is in good mechanical order first.