OK the time has come to have the lump of my S2 rebuilt for more power (its currently done 130,000 miles as standard), most likely at Motorsport Developments (excellent reputation etc.).

I've a budget of £3500 to spend, I'd like the engine completely rebuilt, bigger intercooler (Possibly chargecooler), clutch, new/reconditioned turbo.

My aim is 200BHP+, but I really need the car to be reliable (obviously within reason), therefore from peoples experience is it worth going up to a 1.9 or staying with the 1.6?

Any advice/ideas is really appreciated

Thanks

Mark

 

https://passionford.com/forum/viewto...engine+rebuild

that is my thread from about 3 months ago when i asked the same
question, loads of info in there

 

What spec was yours built to?

 

i have stayed a 1.6 and will soon be running approx 220/230bhp

 

in that thread i have linked you to, there is a list and that is my engine

 

If thats the case then i would also be considering strengthening the transmission

 

i was in the same situation as you mate, mine had hit 135k, in the end i went mad and brought everything,

built my bottom end with low comp ross forged pistons 1mm oversize for around 1300 with lighting of the fly wheel, then a grs, mine is easily over 200 bhp will find out next week when i have a power run done!!