Turbocharger for K20C1 Engine

The KURO FK8-6-571-10 is a premium, direct-fit turbocharger upgrade engineered by 27WON specifically for the K20C1 engine found in the 10th and 11th generation Honda Civic Type R (FK8/FL5), DE5 Integra, and 2018+ Accord 2.0T models. This unit is a 100% brand new turbocharger with no core charge, designed to bolt directly in place of the factory MHI turbo, reusing existing water, oil feed, and oil return lines. At its core, the Kuro turbo features an 8+0 count, point-milled compressor wheel. This advanced machining process allows for more complex wheel geometry, resulting in improved airflow and nearly 12% less weight compared to standard flank-milled wheels. This combination enhances transient response, delivering power more quickly after shifts and under acceleration. The turbine wheel is crafted from high-grade Inconel, a material chosen for its exceptional resistance to extreme temperatures and the chemical compounds found in pump gas, ensuring longevity and performance in demanding conditions. The Kuro turbo is built around a TD04 ceramic ball bearing (BB) center housing and rotating assembly (CHRA). Unlike the OEM turbo's journal-bearing system, the BB CHRA offers increased reliability by requiring less oil circulation, reducing the risk of leaks and smoking. It also handles sudden and abrupt loads, such as hard acceleration or downshifts, more effectively due to the angular contact of the ball bearings. This upgrade is targeted at owners seeking up to 500 WHP, with the potential to remain on the stock fuel system for a substantial increase in grunt and top-end power without sacrificing spool. The larger compressor wheel inducer (50mm vs. OEM 49mm) and exducer (67mm vs. OEM 58mm), along with the larger turbine wheel inducer (52mm vs. OEM 46.5mm) and exducer (45.7mm vs. OEM 41.25mm), strike a balance between increased performance and responsive spool characteristics, making it suitable for both street use and time-attack/road racing environments. The turbo retains factory heat shields for a clean, OEM-like installation.