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Getting more low down power from 8v

Posted: Fri Jul 16, 2004 10:02 pm
by mk4ads
Hey

I'm just wondering if theres anything i can do to get more low down power from the 1.4 8v

Once around 3k revs its not too bad but 1.8-3k is really hard work, which makes it really difficult for overtaking :(

Im just wondering if anyone knows of anything that can be done such as changing the gearing? changing the optimum rev range, cams and pulley? chip?

Im unsure, but i dont really want to spend more than £500!

Im going to do little things like clean the TB's to get a bit better throttle responsone

Anyone any ideas for my budget please?

Thanks

Adrian

Posted: Sat Jul 17, 2004 12:18 pm
by carmadaaron
shift down a gear then overtake.

i would go for an performance exhaust. dont go for induction kit, some are proven to lose power. :lol:

Posted: Sat Jul 17, 2004 2:45 pm
by Criz
At the end of the day, u arent gonna make the 8v very quick without using forced induction.

Best leave it and get a 16v in there.

Posted: Sat Jul 17, 2004 5:51 pm
by SundeepTT
rather than out right induction kit.....

a simple k&n air filter is a value for money start


there is always Nitious Oxide :D

Posted: Sat Jul 17, 2004 7:42 pm
by carmadaaron
very true, an air filter will make a wee diff.

Posted: Sat Jul 17, 2004 10:16 pm
by Criz
SundeepTT wrote:rather than out right induction kit.....

a simple k&n air filter is a value for money start


there is always Nitious Oxide :D
Do you mean panel filter replacement?

Because if your talking about a cone filter then it aint really value for money cos your spending money and losing power.

Posted: Sun Jul 18, 2004 12:10 pm
by carmadaaron
yeah, he means panel. NOT cone as i said b4!