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Re: Adding a turbo to my n/a b-engine Posted by Gary Stottler [Email] (#1463) [Profile/Gallery] (more from Gary Stottler) on Wed, 30 May 2012 06:34:37 In Reply to: Adding a turbo to my n/a b-engine, BAAB [Profile/Gallery] , Tue, 29 May 2012 22:52:06 Members do not see ads below this line. - Help Keep This Site Online - Signup |
Baab,
Although the engine itself is not much different (pistons, exhaust valves, cam, and oil return port machined in block), the rest of the vehicle/system has quite a few changes. The cooling system is beefed up and an oil cooler added. The exhaust is unique from manifold to tailpipe. The fuel system on all Turbo cars were Lambda (maybe your '79 is already Lamda, some were). Your best bet would be to get a donor Turbo car if you want to do this. I am not a fan of "add on" kits - too many details end up being underdeveloped and you are likely to spend a bunch of money and be unhappy with the driveability and durability.
Gary
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