Old Mar 9, 2006 | 09:36 AM
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Dave Zymol
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Default Anyone modded an engine on a turbo deisel Van?

Hi Chaps,
Has anyone got any experience/knowledge on modding a turbo deisel engine.
I have an R reg Escort TD van. I believe it has the TDX engine (was told that when sold it) Its got a full body kit /stainless exhaust and 20 spoke rims , so the exterior looks ok, but I was thinking about having a play with the engine.
I do a lot of motorway driving in it and to say its slow is an understatement. The lower gears are ok but as soon as I hit 4th and 5th and go anywhere near a hill , it slows down and only manages about 65mph.
I've heard you can turn up the fuel pump and turbo , is this easy to do ?
Is it possible or even worth fitting an induction kit and a dump valve or am i best just living with it as it is.
Cheers
Dave
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