K24a EP3
Posted: Tue Mar 21, 2023 9:16 pm
I just finished my k24a swap in my 2005 EP3.
I’m currently running a:
Jdm k24a RBB-3
PLM Header with 2.5 out
2.5 Exhaust with a Vibrant Muffler
HPS intake (2.5 diameter i believe)
Stock RBB Intake Manifold with TB adapter
Stock 25* Cam gear
Stock 310cc injectors
Stock oil pump
Kpro v4
Currently running the TSX Base tune as I continue to clean up and zero in on minor non mechanical issues while breaking in the clutch.
I have questions regarding upgrades after break in or tuning as is…
1) I’m skeptical of the RBB intake to a3 TB and intake set up. I’m weighing out a Skunk 2 rep intake manifold ported and polished out. This would give me more hood clearance and open the door for 3-3.5 intake options. I would like to keep the factory TB functions so keep the stock TB if needed.
2) the RBC cam gear from the A3 is still laying around. I would like to run it with a new intake set up. OR should I wait for possibly cams in the future. I also have the PRB IM to use and port if needed.
Question is, is it worth it to do #1 without #2? Understanding they would be need to be tuned together. Also understanding that the exhaust is the new choke point.
I would love to hit 230 or even gasp 240 hp on pump. Similar set ups seem like a simple recipe of: RBC, 50*, 3.5 intake and 3” exhaust.
My goal is to spend (if I have to) a little extra to utilize kpro and the engine to its potential. Also to keep oe reliability.
All input welcome
I’m currently running a:
Jdm k24a RBB-3
PLM Header with 2.5 out
2.5 Exhaust with a Vibrant Muffler
HPS intake (2.5 diameter i believe)
Stock RBB Intake Manifold with TB adapter
Stock 25* Cam gear
Stock 310cc injectors
Stock oil pump
Kpro v4
Currently running the TSX Base tune as I continue to clean up and zero in on minor non mechanical issues while breaking in the clutch.
I have questions regarding upgrades after break in or tuning as is…
1) I’m skeptical of the RBB intake to a3 TB and intake set up. I’m weighing out a Skunk 2 rep intake manifold ported and polished out. This would give me more hood clearance and open the door for 3-3.5 intake options. I would like to keep the factory TB functions so keep the stock TB if needed.
2) the RBC cam gear from the A3 is still laying around. I would like to run it with a new intake set up. OR should I wait for possibly cams in the future. I also have the PRB IM to use and port if needed.
Question is, is it worth it to do #1 without #2? Understanding they would be need to be tuned together. Also understanding that the exhaust is the new choke point.
I would love to hit 230 or even gasp 240 hp on pump. Similar set ups seem like a simple recipe of: RBC, 50*, 3.5 intake and 3” exhaust.
My goal is to spend (if I have to) a little extra to utilize kpro and the engine to its potential. Also to keep oe reliability.
All input welcome