Turbo Charger

[catsailr]

Wonder if a turbo charger from the RDX would fit on a CRV? I don't want one because I like the gas mileage of the CRV. Acura EPA rating is 17/22/19 while the CRV is 20/26/22. Not only that, but if I had the turbo I would probably drive it harder.

[Davecr-v]

Originally Posted by catsailr

Wonder if a turbo charger from the RDX would fit on a CRV? I don't want one because I like the gas mileage of the CRV. Acura EPA rating is 17/22/19 while the CRV is 20/26/22. Not only that, but if I had the turbo I would probably drive it harder.

I don't know if the turbo would fit, however, fuel economy may not be as severly effected. If you drive in a careful manner the turbo will just cause the fuel to burn more efficiently (I forgot why). THe RDX may weigh more be less aerodynamic or have changes in the ECU or different VVT to give it a sportier edge you have to figure an RDX is a luxury car and luxury buyers care more about overall drive than fuel economy.

[2RedV's]

Originally Posted by catsailr

Wonder if a turbo charger from the RDX would fit on a CRV? I don't want one because I like the gas mileage of the CRV. Acura EPA rating is 17/22/19 while the CRV is 20/26/22. Not only that, but if I had the turbo I would probably drive it harder.

There is a whole lot more to it than the turbo itself.
Intake manifold, exhaust manifold, exhaust piping, intercooler... the list goes on and on...

[silvercrv]

Like 2redv mentioned about parts needed, the ecu tuning can be quite tricky. The good old days of a chipped p28 and lets go with backyard boost are over. Plus turbo engines enjoy premium gas and at $3.50 and up per gallon really adds up.

[typercrv]

Here's another setback about turbocharging your 1st gen. The turbo manifold would have to be rather small and curve the right way. I'm not sure what other Honda/Acura manifolds will work (though there is one I know for sure). Once you get that, you may or may not be able to keep your power steering, and you may need a slimmer radiator. Its funny because the CRV has a lot of space just not in the areas for turbo placement.

If you have a manual V, you can swap your ECU for a chipped p28. Tuning will be essential and vital to your engine life though.

[bobi_sound]

Originally Posted by typercrv

If you have a manual V, you can swap your ECU for a chipped p28. Tuning will be essential and vital to your engine life though.

Can you please explain what you mean by that. I'm a nooob.

[tsmithvt]

Originally Posted by bobi_sound

Can you please explain what you mean by that. I'm a nooob.

These people were talking about "B" series engines in First Generation CR-Vs.

[Davecr-v]

I have seen a 2nd gen V with a turbo or a supercharger I wasn't sure it was on some car website where you post your ride but this thing was highly modified the whole interior, tranny,and suspension was changed the money this guy was dropping into his car you could put a Volkswagen W8 engine in which would be much better than a turboed 4 pop.

[Davecr-v]

Alright I found it not my taste but ohh well
2002 Turbo CR-V - Riverside, California
see it can be done

[lizzurd]

Here is Honda Element with a turbo....aka The Hellement

UPDATE Project: Element of Surprise - 2004 Turbocharged 6-Speed Honda Element - TC Performance

Owned by Honda Ghandi over at the EOC