Hi guys, I'm still kind of new to the F20C engine and dont know too much about it. I'm sure people ask these questions all the time, but I just have to ask. I was planning to go turbo, and started looking for pistons and rods. I am only planning to run maybe 7lbs to 12lbs of boost max and keep everything stock except for the pistons and rods. I started looking around for pistons and rods on ebay, and the only rods I can find are "Brian Crower" rods. Are they any good? They just sound like a imitation brand.
I also wanted to know if the Stock F20C Rods were able to handle the boost that I am planning to run?
Last two questions are just for opinions... CP, JE, or Wiesco pistons? What would be the best compression ratio I should run? 8.5, 9.0 or 9.6?
Thanks.

 

your stock pistons and rods will handle that amount of boost easily... and form what i have been told is that if you use a diff piston othe than stock you must resleve your block... im not sure why that is but its what ive been told ... anyway back to your question like i said the s2000 has forged internals and there are numerous members pushin 400-500 whp on their stock internals. one member is actually pushing out 700 whp on stock motor.. the only thing youll want to do is get a 3mm headgasket to lower your compression right around 9:1. hope this helped

 

Moving to FI forum in case you want to get more feedback.

 

the stock sleeves are made of special material, you can not use a tradition piston & rings, but there is a option for replacement pistons, rings & rods,

 

Forget the pistons n rods, you dont even need a 3mm headgasket for that power level. Kutsujula is making 700hp plus on a stock motor!!!!

 

the motor is fine, no need to touch it when your power needs are around 7-12psi, which will get you around give or take 290-380whp. Only thing you need and the key to a great running car is fine tuning and management programe (AEM EMS, K-pro).