Turbocharger Customization

The Originals Since 2014

In 2014, the team at Boost Lab, Inc. set out to solve a problem: how do you give a modern turbocharger the aggressive jet spool and whistle sound that made the old HKS T51R series legendary, without tracking down a discontinued turbo? The answer became the T51R Billet Compressor Cover Modification.

We developed a precision-machined billet anti-surge insert that replicates the inlet geometry responsible for the iconic T51R sound. The result is a turbocharger that spools with the unmistakable jet-like whistle that performance enthusiasts have chased for decades, on virtually any compatible turbo.

Since its creation, the T51R mod has become a viral sensation in the global turbocharger community. Videos of the sound have spread across YouTube, Instagram, and forums worldwide, and demand has grown every year since. Boost Lab, Inc. are the originators of the T51R mod. Every shop offering a version of this modification is following a path we blazed over a decade ago.

What the T51R Mod Includes:

• Precision-machined billet anti-surge insert
• Classic HKS T51R jet spool and whistle sound
• Unique aesthetic upgrade to your compressor cover
• Compatible with most OEM and aftermarket turbochargers
• Ship-in service available nationwide
• Starting at $375

⚠ This upgrade will add an additional 4-6 week lead time

★ WE ARE THE ORIGINATORS OF THE T51R MOD SINCE 2014 ★

We offer professional in-house powder coating services for compressor housings in a wide variety of colors and finishes. Whether you're looking for flat, satin, or gloss finishes, we can mix up about any color you can think of. Please call to discuss your custom color options before sending your compressor cover in.

Service Details:

• Custom color mixing available
• Flat, satin, or gloss finishes
• Professional in-house application

Turbine housing ceramic coating using Cerakote provides superior heat protection and corrosion resistance. Ceramic coating the turbine housing will reduce radiant heat from the turbine housing by 20-30%.

As a bonus, the ceramic coating will also prevent the turbine housing from rusting. We strongly suggest the Turbo Black ceramic coating as it was engineered specifically for turbochargers and will hold up to the high heat produced by the turbine housing. Custom colors are also available.

Benefits:

• Reduces radiant heat by 20-30%
• Prevents rust and corrosion
• Cerakote ceramic coating
• Turbo Black or custom colors available

Compressor wheel anodizing is becoming a very popular addition to our custom compressor coating. It also looks great with our Signature Satin Black coating and will give your turbocharger a unique personal touch. We offer a variety of colors including red, blue, green, gold, purple, and black.

Perfect Pairing:

Pairs beautifully with our custom compressor coating or Signature Satin Black for a truly custom look.

Breathe new life into your older turbocharger with a modern billet compressor wheel upgrade. We offer thousands of different wheel options to upgrade outdated aerodynamics to current technology, significantly improving efficiency, response, and overall performance.

Our extensive inventory includes upgraded wheels for vintage OEM turbos, classic performance units, and hard-to-find applications. Modern billet wheel designs feature advanced aerodynamics developed through years of flow testing and real-world results, offering substantial gains over original cast wheels.

Upgrade Benefits:

• Improved compressor efficiency and flow
• Faster spool and better throttle response
• Extended compressor map and wider operating range
• Modern aerodynamic designs with proven results
• Thousands of wheel options in stock
• Compatible with most vintage and modern turbos