Re: 1.8T conversion

[mike <rept@uswest.net>]

This is info i can use.   Please share the details so I might be able to mimic
the results.
It's times like these I wish i was an engineer and not a herpetologist.

Brian Honnold wrote:

> Yes, this is a toy.  A very fast very expensive and ultimately fun toy.
>
> 300HP from a 1.8t isn't that far away depending on your budget.......I'd say
> $10-12K if you pinch pennies.
>
> As I am currently building a MkI with a projected 250+ HP I'm taking chassis
> flex issues very seriously.  I have a contact to weld in a custom roll cage,
> weld up front crossmember reinforcement and I have the Autotech
> subframe/22mm front swaybar combo.  Should be enough to keep it together.
>
> Brian H
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-scirocco-l@scirocco.org
> > [mailto:owner-scirocco-l@scirocco.org]On Behalf Of mike
> > Sent: Wednesday, November 01, 2000 2:59 AM
> > To: Scirocco LIST
> > Subject: Re: 1.8T conversion
> >
> >
> > Your correct,
> >
> > But this is a toy now isnt it.   I heard 300hp is possible from
> > the 1.8T after
> > all is said and done.
> >
> > If 200 hp from a 1.8T and chip makes the frame a pretzle-  then
> > 200 hp from a
> > 2.0 16V conv. will do the same- no?
> >
> > I also have the option of taking my 80 frame, and starting to
> > build the car
> > from the ground up- using my 81 S for all the parts.  Doing this
> > will be a huge
> > task, but I would be able to reinforce the frame, and would have
> > a hell of a
> > custom when finished.  Not to mention a nice long project to do.
> >
> > Thanks for the info.   again i am only in the consideration
> > stages. My goal is
> > to achieve maximum HP and maintain daily driveability.
> >
> > Mike
> >
> >
> >
> > Brian Honnold wrote:
> >
> > > Not to burst your bubble here......but a 1.8T conversion IMHO
> > isn't worth
> > > the effort.
> > >
> > > By the time your done, keeping in mind the hidden factors, your
> > at $10,000+
> > > Canadian and you have 150HP.
> > >
> > > Drop another $250 for a chip and you get to 200 HP.  At 200HP the MkI
> > > chassis twists into a pretzel, so you'll need a roll bar or at the very
> > > least, every stress/swaybar made and reinforcement to the front
> > crossmenber.
> > > Not to mention tranny work and a pile of spare driveshafts and
> > CV joints.
> > >
> > > The next step into real HP from a 1.8T is very expensive,
> > upgraded KKK turbo
> > > or a good T3 and bigger turbonetics or ATP manifold will run you $1500+.
> > > Then you'll want to upgrade the puny stock intercooler, and probably add
> > > boost control and larger injectors.......now your getting
> > closer to $15,000
> > >
> > > For about $5000 or less you could do up a custom 2.0 16v turbo,
> > or very nice
> > > 8v turbo....and get to 200HP.
> > >
> > > Forced induction is a sickness for which there is no cure.
> > >
> > > Brian H
> > >
> > > > -----Original Message-----
> > > > From: owner-scirocco-l@scirocco.org
> > > > [mailto:owner-scirocco-l@scirocco.org]On Behalf Of mike
> > > > Sent: Wednesday, November 01, 2000 1:00 AM
> > > > To: Scirocco LIST
> > > > Subject: 1.8T conversion
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Researching possible engine conversions to my 1981 S  I was given the
> > > > number for Dennon in B.C. Canada.    He quoted me an engine
> > for 4-5,000
> > > > Canadian, with 13,000 K.
> > > > 500 for custom stainless exhaust, and 3000 in labor and
> > modifications to
> > > > make it all fit.
> > > > This is in Canadian currency.
> > > >
> > > > Not bad I think.
> > > > Opinions? Concerns?
> > > >
> > > > I have two other companies in BC im checking with for comparisons.  I
> > > > will post those when they come in.
> > > >
> > > > Mike
> > > > 81S
> > > > 80 Parts -Dash is sold.
> > > >
> > > >
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