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[1275 SPRITE]

Yeah, i need to put the pictures on but still cant find the camera lead

Decided to get a bit more power from the 1293, so bought a turbo, supposed to be a t2 but not so sure myself as someone told the current owner of the turbo that "it looks about t2 size" so hopefully it is, but not too sure. Also came across an inlet plenum with dump valve take off on the bay with only 13 minutes to go, so put in a bid at the last minute and won Also got a compact intercooler off a smart car that wasn't being used from work, and after asking the parts manager, she gave me it for free

Just waiting for the plenum to arrive and for the turbo to be found out of a junk filled garage, then i'll put up some pics of everything together. Trying to hide the turbo bits from the parents as they aren't going to know anything about it

[1987_ParkLane]

Well its an update I suppose lol , so your going for the dump valve too?

Trying to hide the turbo bits from the parents as they aren't going to know anything about it

Hmmm, sounds like someone else .

Jus waiting for my camera to charge up so I can get the photos off it and on to my thread .

[analogue_radio]

Haha hurry up you plebs, want to see what all this excitement is about.

[1275 SPRITE]

Yeah definately running the dump valve for maximum attention lol
cant wait to see the look on peoples faces when they hear a dump valve and look to see a mini
Just hope the turbo is all legit.

I may have to send you some pics off my phone at the weekend for you to load up because im not having much luck finding my lead.

[1987_ParkLane]

Yeah definately running the dump valve for maximum attention lol
cant wait to see the look on peoples faces when they hear a dump valve and look to see a mini
Just hope the turbo is all legit.

I may have to send you some pics off my phone at the weekend for you to load up because im not having much luck finding my lead.

Haha yer through Syston, first they hear the sound of a dump valve, then the wine of a supercharger , can't wait.

Yer sure mate, no probs.

[Saxo-Fiesta-Mini]

kool beans i want to see this one purring

[1275 SPRITE]

Yeah, should be great fun lol.

Like how you said the turbo first then the supercharger after lol Should be a great laugh.

[1987_ParkLane]

Yeah, should be great fun lol.

Like how you said the turbo first then the supercharger after lol Should be a great laugh.

Like turbo and play mini exhaust, then supercharger then twin DTM , can't beat a bit of non-standardness .

[1275 SPRITE]

Yeah, I no, I couldn't drive a standard one could you? Its all about the sound and atmosphere for me.

[1987_ParkLane]

Yeah, I no, I couldn't drive a standard one could you? Its all about the sound and atmosphere for me.

Yer all about being deaf and getting the looks .

[Saxo-Fiesta-Mini]

deffo although im currently trying to stop leakin in my mini, engine, floor and then window

[miniallsort]

the TURBO sounds sweet

[1987_ParkLane]

the TURBO sounds sweet

[jameswildcooper]

project sounds good. cant wait till you get the turbo on

race on

[1275 SPRITE]

Picked up the turbo today, looks in good condition.

Did a bit of research into the turbo which is an IHI RHB4, off an astra diesel and have heard a couple of different things. Came across a post from the fiat forum and someone said its good for 160 bannanas at 1bar boost but someone else said it will be maxed out at 100hp. Not sure what to do, wether to search for a T2 or try this one?

Had a quick play with the intercooler trying a few different positions and didnt really get amywhere to be honest. Looks might i might have to cut out the bonnet to clear it, and have the ic angled over the rocker cover like the scooby setup. Shame I have a sevo as it doesnt help for space. Other option is to ditch the dizzy in favour of a megajolt setup and try and free up a bit of space at the front to mount the cooler. I'll have to have a think. Any ideas appreciated?