Hey guys,

If we considering that Im going for Hks Gt3240 turbo, what are the supporting modifications do I need?

Thanks,

 

I would say:

- A second job to help pay the high cost to performance ratio.

- A box of tissue paper to dry the tears that will be shed when it doesn't generate the expected power

- More cash on standby to cover the cost of a replacement manifold when the HKS part cracks like they so often do.


Seriously, with so many better engineered, better performing turbo kits proving themselves everyday in this forum, it is difficult to understand why anyone would consider something that costs more, delivers less, and tends not to last as long.

Just an observation from a well-wishing forum member.

 

Supporting Mod: AMS kit.

 

In 2003 when the Evo was new to the States I had an HKS 3240 because it was all that was available. There are far, far better options today. Go with a 35 kit from AMS or Buschur and you'll make more power and save money.

 

Guys, read his location and reconsider his options. I'm sure it's easier to import engine products from japan than from the us.

 

wrong...

it is actually cheaper and easier to order parts from ams and buschur...at least for me..and several people i know here in dubai.

i would listen to what everyone on here advises ...

to the original poster ... i would go with an HTA35R if you want a big turbo from buschur...pm jrod..the guy is very helpful and they ship international..so does ams..i order my AMS products from GSC (stikiller.com)...greg is a great guy to deal with...tell him Moosa sent you.

goodluck.

 

not to answer your question..
i recommend the following
*880cc or bigger injectors
*Twin fuel pump setup from buschur
*fuel rail (i am very happy with my Agency power)
*bigger intercooler (i reccommend HKS R-type or Buschur Race core)
*Fuel Pressure regulator (i am very very happy with mine-HKS)
*Boost controler if you dont have one
*gauges
*Turbo back exhaust
*Tuning solution
*strong clutch


you should list to us what you already have

 

his question was not "what do you think about HKS quality & price?".

please help him from your experince if you are running similar Kit.

General speaking, the following parts are a must:

- EMS with bigger injectors. and a full retune.

- i dont recomend a 2.3 L Strocker as its revs are limited to a max of 7800 - 8000 rpm safely which will not compliment your new power band. try 2.1 or 2.2 setups and try to go for 8500-9000 rpm.

- a good bigger intercooler & piping.

- twin or more clutch kit.

- ofcourse the exhaust has to be fully prepared.

 

Since it appears rom the O.P. that he is still considering the purchase, and hasn't yet wasted his money on the doggie HKS turbo and kit, the guys are trying only to steer him in the right direction before it is too late.

Furthermore, why would you advise him to get an HKS adjustable FPR if he won't really be needing it?

 

yes a FPR is not required if you have bigger injectors and a tune.

and from a past experince FPR sometimes causing problems of fule leaks because fule lines and hoses cannot take the pressure when raised to 5.5-6 bars.

 

Guys thank u all...

now lets discuss:

1- Ted B:

Thanks for the post, and tissue paper these days are so expensive and the dont wipe well! Thanks for the well wishin!

2- SavEVOIX:

Thank U, but Which AMS kit you talking about?

3- 3240:

Thank U, but you did not answer the question? it seems that you only the one who experinced this Turbo Kit and I think you going to help me with it!

Now tell me, what did you upgrade to help out this turbo?

4- BBS:

Thanks, US is easier but it takes long time to reach here! Plus US has quantity no QUALITY! For me Japan is first choice then UK then US!

5-dxbevo9:

Thank U, as you said “Cheaper” that’s equals “Quantity”! but for easier no its not as it would take ages to reach here but if you pay more which gonna cost same is here!

“Buschur” is good but maybe they dont have luck in this counrty! since everyone replace them "HKS".

I'll list all my mods!

Anyhow, thanks for the "Wasta" man

6- fbikawi:

Thank U very much! you are right! I need experiments as I mentioned before on my last post!

Yes, help me out your experiences if you have any! If dont then just save it!

* I do have bigger injector! but do you mean bigger that 720!
* For retune, I'm gonna leave it for you, but you got to tune it well so I can beat you !
* My next upgrade hopefully is stroker & Intercooler kit and I'm thinkin to go for "Jun or Tomei" for the stroker but for intercooler I dunno for which is should get!

Thanks again & lets discuss more about it! BrainStorm Man !


7-sparky:

Thank U very much, I really understand that people wants to steer me for the right way, but none of them was talking about steering me!

Now, every married guy wakes up and his partner is next to him! I'm single but every morning I wake and the Turbo is just sitting beside me on top of side table and every time wakes me in middle of the night cuz it snores loud!

8-fbikawi:

Thanks again, but sorry what does FPR stand for?

and @ last, for all, I really thank u very much for the time, response, read and lets discuss more! here are my Mods:

1- K&N Intake Filter with custom suction pipe.
2- Denso 720 Injectors.
3- Perrin Fuel Rail.
4- Walbro Fuel Pump.
5- HKS Cam Shafts 272 Intake/Exhaust+ HKS Cam Gears+HKS Valve Springs.
6- Customed 3" Downpipe.
7- HKS Hyper Silent Exhaust.
8- Tuned Apexi PowerFC ECU.

With these upgrades car made 330hp but it seems less than since I dont believe on that specific dyno.... Thank u all & Wishing you all a Happy New Year!

 

with your list of existing mods i beleive you need now to:

- stroke the engine to 2.2 or try the super rev of 2.1. Jun is perfect.
- intercooler & Piping. AMS kit it a good one.
-Twin plate Clutch.
- retune your Apexi.

Do it. and if you find the turbo still laggy, you can only change the turbo unit to a smaller Garrett on the same engine setup. all modifications will not be waste of money as on any turbo you will take the benifit of the upgrades.

 

I upgraded everything. 2.3L stroker, 1000cc injectors, Exedy twin disk clutch, etc., etc. Search on this forum for using "3240" and you'll see my entire set up.

You're getting good advice from people and real world experince from myself. Go ahead and ignore it if you'd like. The HKS 3240 is a waste of money and the quality is poor. My HKS manifold had to be replaced twice in less than 10,000 miles. A 35r makes more power and has zero additional lag.

Nothing like spending twice the money for a kit that makes less power and is of poor quality. I learned my lesson and I'm just tryin to help you. My set up was awesome with the exception of one part, the HKS 3240 kit. Good luck!

 

What are you talking about? He lives in the UAE which is very open to trade.

 

You've obviously never ordered anything from the us from another country. They take forever no matter which carrier it is (usps being the absolute worst.)