Kennyb 0 Posted March 23, 2007 Ok i've a project 1.6 and i want to drop a different engine in (not 1.9) like gti 6, s16, mi, 2.0 8v turbo. Which one will be the easiest and what do's it entail (in a short descrip) I've had a search and cant really find a quick answer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kyunis 0 Posted March 23, 2007 s16 would be easy, as no modifications are required to bulkhead. You will need the dizzy adapter and uprated engine mounts, dont know much of what else, as mine is running with twin webber 45's. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
inferno 1 Posted March 23, 2007 8v turbo... every time, cheap and easy to fit. further tuning posibilitys are endless... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jackherer 543 Posted March 23, 2007 The 1.9 alloy Mi16 is by far the most documented conversion with the most parts available for easy installation. There are pros and cons with any engine though, the best thing to do is see what is available to you at a good price IMO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
j_turnell 137 3 Cars Posted March 23, 2007 A search will provide you with lots of info, but personally, 2.0l mi or 1.9l mi. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TEKNOPUG 3 Posted March 23, 2007 16v are so last year....... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kennyb 0 Posted March 23, 2007 I've been thinkin 8v turbo, any advice on lookin for a good one? Would i need stronger driveshafts? and which ones? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sonofsam 5 Posted March 23, 2007 I thought every man & his dog now wanted a 2L Turbo conversion, Do you think it may of been to do with the 'it can handle 300hp' thread No need for stronger driveshafts. Try some online breakers to find out some prices for the xu10 turbo engines, many I've seen are at around 70-90K mileage for as little as 300 quid. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
petert 588 Posted March 24, 2007 16v are so last year....... Seen this? http://www.aussiefrogs.com/forum/showthread.php?t=45211 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jim21070 2 Posted March 25, 2007 Try some online breakers to find out some prices for the xu10 turbo engines, many I've seen areat around 70-90K mileage for as little as 300 quid. If you look carefully enough, for that money, you can get an XU10 turbo engine wrapped around a complete car, even with tax and MOT if you are lucky Rough Xantia Activas (which cost the economy of a small third world country to fix) are your best source, along with the Citroen XM. A turbo conversion will suit you perfectly if you like your power low down, delivered in massive doses but with smoothness and subtlety. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sonofsam 5 Posted March 25, 2007 If you look carefully enough, for that money, you can get an XU10 turbo engine wrapped around a complete car, even with tax and MOT if you are lucky Yep, ebays your best bet at the moment Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alastairh 47 Posted March 25, 2007 (edited) GTI6 for me Don't need to rebuild it as long as you throw a belt on it, un like 99% of all the alloy mi's out there that are f***ed, S16 is good, but the inlet manifold lets it down. As said they all have pros and cons, but its whats available to you at the right price. Alastair Edited March 25, 2007 by Alastairh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
funkymofo 0 Posted March 26, 2007 I've read about a bit and I came to the conclusion that GTi-6 was the way forward. Although 300bhp turbo is enough to tempt anyone away Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
