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Subject: Turbo installation advice on a Mk 1 Golf Gti
Sender's Name: Mark Brandie
Question: Please could you help - what is require for installing a turbo kit onto a 1983 Mk 1 Golf Gti 1800cc. I have managed to track down a still boxed kit from a friend, but I have not bought it yet as I need to know the best way to lower the compression, double gaskets or do you still supply a meatal spacer gasket etc and extra injectors? I know you discontinued the kit for the Mk1 but I would greatly appreciate as much advice as possible on this conversion.
Answer: Interesting conversion this one. I know these cars can go very well if properly sorted. If you let me have the kit number I will sort out all the information you need.
 
Subject: Renault 1.6 16v
Sender's Name: Mark Hewson
Question: I have a Renault 1.6 16v as standard at present. I am looking to up the torque figures as I need more pull especially lower down the range (1500 - 3500) I looked at chipping and this is not suitable. Is the addition of a super/turbo charger an option worth considering?
Answer: It is very hard to come up with a conversion for you. Most 16 valve engines are not strong on torque, and Renault bear this one out when you realise that their 1.8 8 valve engine produces more power at 3000rpm than their own 16 valve. They say there is no substitute for capacity. I dont know if it is possible to uprate your engine in that area by using an alternative Renault unit. Turbo possible but pricey ?3000 for a one off!
 
Subject: Turbo Transplant
Sender's Name: 1.6 Orion
Question: I won 1.6 carbed Orion and want more power. I have decided that an RS conversion would be the best way to go but cant find a company that can supply and fit an RS engine. Basically I want to drive the car as standard and pick it up completely converted. Any ideas on who could do this and rough price. I know this involves a new fuel tank, pump and the whole ignition system but I want to keep the car and not Px for an original RS Ford.
Answer: I often get asked about this sort of conversion. The trouble is the cost of it all. You would need at least ?2000 to get anywhere near it assuming you used second hand parts. The big problem is the fact that it all tends to run away with you when you start these things and at ?30 per hour it soon mounts up. No kidding my advice is to sell the car and buy an RS - its much cheaper!
 
Subject: MR2 2000 16v 1991
Sender's Name: Robert Hill
Question: I have a standard MR2 2000 16v 1991 and I am looking at boosting the bhp. I would be grateful if you could let me know how, the best way of achieving this, and supply price.
Answer: As you mention turbo, I guess you have the turbo version. In that case a simple chip conversion would do the trick. It is in fact a board fitted in the ECU, which enables the use of extra boost, as you know, extra boost = extra power. Another 30 bhp makes a big difference especially at 3000 rpm.
 
Subject: Calibra 16v
Sender's Name: Nick Clement
Question: I have fitted a Green Cotton induction kit to my Calibra 16v Eco Tech engine and an exhaust system but I feel it should go better? Would a Superchip and a tune up on your rolling road help my poor car to perform better?
Answer: A Superchip is a good idea on those, but induction kit is not, not usually anyhow. We have seen power losses on Ecotechs with induction kits. If you have the original filter assembly a back to back test would be the thing to do.
 
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