Turbo transplant

Im looking at putting a 1.8 20v turbo from a mk4 golf or TT or something along these lines into a mk1. Can anyone offer some infomation on cost, time and hassle involved?

you need bens cab's 20vt thread m8

Do you know what he posts under so i could mayb contact him get some info?

dubkev said

Im looking at putting a 1.8 20v turbo from a mk4 golf or TT or something along these lines into a mk1. Can anyone offer some infomation on cost, time and hassle involved?

COST = LOADS! Budget at least ?2500 for a DIY fit or ?4000+ for a drive in drive out conversion. This is engine only. You also need to factor in brakes and suspension, so another ?1000 at least.

TIME = Months for a DIY - Engine sits in easily enough, but electrics and exhaust work etc will take time, plus you need to fabricate the gearbox bracket.

HASSLE = No hassle, we all do if out of love!

I'm no expert on this conv though, there is a lot more to it than that!

http://www.vwgolfmk1.org.uk/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=14056

Cheers for the link to that thread.  :y:  Anyone got veiws on whats a better transplant? obviously power wise 20vt but ive got two sheels and not sure if i should carry on with the 16v on twin 40's im doing on the better shell or just bin than for the 20vt?

dubkev said

16v on twin 40's

Classic. Good power when done right and one of the best sounds you could have under the bonnet…

Currently doing a 16v on bike carbs for mine…

easy option id go for the 16v on 45s as thay sound the tits
or depends on how much power u want if a lot then go for the 20vt
although my mate did a 1.9 16v on 45s and he made 190 bhp at the wheels in his mk2  8)

did someone say turbo      

the problem i find with twin 45s is the fact you have to tow a petrol tanker behind the car