my performance??

LeMeph · Post by **LeMeph** » Thu May 25, 2006 11:22 pm

I here you can get a fully rebuilt 16v engine form big boys toys with big bore etc for like 800. One day i might do that, or ill try and chuck a 1.8gti lump in there... now that would be super fun....

Chris,

polo boi · Post by **polo boi** » Thu May 25, 2006 11:28 pm

im hopin 2 get a 1.4 in mine, if i was 2 replce my engine with summit bigger, wot else do i have 2 replace?

dragon_green · Post by **dragon_green** » Fri May 26, 2006 12:26 am

ECU and wiring would likely need changing as well.

If you're planning to put a 16v in, you should do the brakes and suspension too.

I think that for the cost, you may be just as well off buying a real 1.4. It'll probably be cheaper to insure than a car with an engine conversion too

polo boi · Post by **polo boi** » Fri May 26, 2006 7:27 am

ok cheers, well its the big day 2day! im gettin my lowerin springs fitted, 60mm, i cant wait!!

spot_on_jon · Post by **spot_on_jon** » Fri May 26, 2006 9:18 am

theres way to much work envoled in doin a conversion.... gotta change amost everythin that works wid the engine......

was told the gearbox would also have to be change....

Polo Paul · Post by **Polo Paul** » Sun May 28, 2006 2:56 pm

you'd be looking at replacing most of the dash forwards really. and yeah it would cost loads to insure something with an engine plant.

PhilGTi · Post by **PhilGTi** » Sun May 28, 2006 2:58 pm

My advice is, forget about making engine mods, and get some coilovers. Make up for lost time in the twisty's.

God, 60bhp, my 1.8T increased by 55bhp when remapped LOL