I'm now considering the Turbo Bug 2.0.
Where is the best place to mount the turbo?
There wasn't anything particularly wrong with where I located it the first time, but what I'd like to do ideally would be have the whole lot hidden under stock bodywork. If I can hide the turbo and all boost related items then I could have a stock looking engine bay with only a boost pipe going to the carb.
That would mean either fitting it under a rear wing, or above the gearbox.
Under the wing could work, but it would be exposed to dirt, muck and road debris, and could be tight for space.
Or, it could be mounted above the gearbox, it would be safer from dirt and stones but the rear parcel shelf might need cut to allow it to fit. The intercooler, rads and other bit and pieces could be mounted in the rear parcel shelf.
The problem I see is that the exhaust before the turbo would be fairly long, if it merges at the back of the car and then is routed to the front of the engine before the turbo. Would this be a big problem?
Anyone got any experience with this sort of install or any links with more info?, I'd appreciate the input
Where is the best place to mount the turbo?
There wasn't anything particularly wrong with where I located it the first time, but what I'd like to do ideally would be have the whole lot hidden under stock bodywork. If I can hide the turbo and all boost related items then I could have a stock looking engine bay with only a boost pipe going to the carb.
That would mean either fitting it under a rear wing, or above the gearbox.
Under the wing could work, but it would be exposed to dirt, muck and road debris, and could be tight for space.
Or, it could be mounted above the gearbox, it would be safer from dirt and stones but the rear parcel shelf might need cut to allow it to fit. The intercooler, rads and other bit and pieces could be mounted in the rear parcel shelf.
The problem I see is that the exhaust before the turbo would be fairly long, if it merges at the back of the car and then is routed to the front of the engine before the turbo. Would this be a big problem?
Anyone got any experience with this sort of install or any links with more info?, I'd appreciate the input