Engine suggestions for the 4i
05-11-2013, 10:12 AM
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Engine suggestions for the 4i
The 3dr is as good as sold so time to make new plans for the 4i.
I'm thinking about a respray in frozen white with dark/black bumpers and bodykit.
Engine wise I also think a change is in order.
What would you fit ?
Steve
I'm thinking about a respray in frozen white with dark/black bumpers and bodykit.
Engine wise I also think a change is in order.
What would you fit ?
Steve
05-11-2013, 10:19 AM
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I don't think those wheels would suit it if sprayed white? Definitely new wheels needed, like the idea of it going white with black trim/inserts though.
05-11-2013, 11:20 AM
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This an speaks sense Steve,do a big build now you have the funds and do it RIGHT first time, maybe not 600 but a solid 500 with similar torque will be great, you have the block to do it all.
You dare go T34 now you've got the funds.
Edited to say,
Your colour scheme idea i like btw
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05-11-2013, 12:04 PM
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Seriously I wouldn't change the colour just paint whats needed, and whatever you build make it a reliable power, pointless chasing numbers if its only going to last 5000 miles.
Pete
Seriously I wouldn't change the colour just paint whats needed, and whatever you build make it a reliable power, pointless chasing numbers if its only going to last 5000 miles.
Pete
05-11-2013, 01:25 PM
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Its what you want bud not what others want. Its an old car so dont spend more than you can easily afford. Avoid anything Cosworth its a money pit a decent V8 mildly tuned will give great results.
You need longevity & reliability or we will have pages & pages of crying again
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05-11-2013, 01:46 PM
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Alloy block YB, maybe large capacity too, and a power figure starting with a 6.
05-11-2013, 03:35 PM
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Thank you 
Maybe, maybe a change is due
It already has a proper beam, diff along with a rebuilt gearbox.
Whats wrong with the wheels, everybody keeps saying change them 
Im sure 492bhp at the hubs is a genuine 500bhp all day long
Not another for a wheel change
The cam rocks
Nothing wrong with wanting power and good mpg.
Maybe you need to take your own advice as well Rod But you are wise and a V8 has already been thought of for a change.
Maybe a 32v V8 with a supercharger
Steve
Maybe, maybe a change is due
Im sure 492bhp at the hubs is a genuine 500bhp all day long
The cam rocks
Nothing wrong with wanting power and good mpg.
Steve
Its what you want bud not what others want. Its an old car so dont spend more than you can easily afford. Avoid anything Cosworth its a money pit a decent V8 mildly tuned will give great results.
You need longevity & reliability or we will have pages & pages of crying again.
Its what you want bud not what others want. Its an old car so dont spend more than you can easily afford. Avoid anything Cosworth its a money pit a decent V8 mildly tuned will give great results.
You need longevity & reliability or we will have pages & pages of crying again
.But you are wise and a V8 has already been thought of for a change.Maybe a 32v V8 with a supercharger
Steve
05-11-2013, 03:48 PM
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05-11-2013, 04:28 PM
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Late LS* motor and T56 and a squirt of gas for giggles and dyno ponies.
or as said a REAL 550bhp YB
change the wheels and leave the body as-is!
if you change it, you might not like it and regret it once done.................. ever get the feeling of de ja vu????
or as said a REAL 550bhp YB
change the wheels and leave the body as-is!
if you change it, you might not like it and regret it once done.................. ever get the feeling of de ja vu????
05-11-2013, 04:32 PM
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rx7 engine ive herd you can get mad power from them for note as no internals to worry about, just £3k brand new engine then turbo then injectors an a ecu and they sound sik an are super smooth
05-11-2013, 04:49 PM
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Well since this is a public forum and you're looking for a suggestion I'd leave the body alone and hike the power right up. I realise being a car enthusiast involves wasting huge amounts of money but colour and engine changes on an XR4i shell to me personally are daft. That's just my opinion, not slating your ideas or anyone else though.
05-11-2013, 04:50 PM
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Volvo 4.4 V8 with steel crank and rods and forged pistons with motec management and a large BW EFR turbo. Hello 650-700bhp.
Oh and I REALLY want to build one of these engines.
Oh and I REALLY want to build one of these engines.
