Safe to turbo a n/a motor?
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Safe to turbo a n/a motor?
I am new to miata's and dont know much to start off with. I want a old skool miata. Maybe a 92 - 95. I heard those blocks can handle low boost and just wanted to make sure. Ill cut to the chase. I want to know if i can turbo that year with what i believe is a 1.6 and not blow it and also curious if i can, what do i need to back it up and or make the motor handle to low boost. Thanks.
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https://www.miataturbo.net/diy-turbo-discussion-14/diy-faq-all-your-answers-one-big-post-4288/
http://www.miata.net/faq/miatachanges.html
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https://www.miataturbo.net/diy-turbo-discussion-14/diy-faq-all-your-answers-one-big-post-4288/
http://www.miata.net/faq/miatachanges.html
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They're all good for at least 200-225 HP on stock internals, although the differential (specifically the ring & pinion gears) on the '90-'93 cars will break.
also curious if i can, what do i need to back it up and or make the motor handle to low boost. Thanks.
Externally? Proper engine management and a good tune.
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