Anyone done or know of a Turbo conversion FAQ?

[AlexG40]

As above really.  Looking into this but could do with a list of bits and bobs that are needed so I can attempt to price it up!

[Andy]

My blog on Club Polo records most of what I did to convert mine - think I also did an article for the club newsletter too. Will have a dig around on my laptop...

If you sell the G-lader juicy bits like 4-branch and toothies etc. you should be able to convert to K03 turbo for next to nowt.

[AlexG40]

Cheers Andy. That's what I'm hoping tbh. I just know there's always bits you never thought of that push you over the budget.

I suppose the first question is what benefit will I have in basically doing a straight swap on my engine from charger to turbo? More power, but how much realistically?

[hayesey]

up to you really, can go for 200bhp if you want to.  Or keep it around 160-170 with lower boost levels.  A tuned turbo g40 is nicer to drive than a tuned supercharged one in my opinion. 

[AlexG40]

Hayesey, am I right in thinking that you're still running 1272cc? Have you got any internal
engine mods?

[hayesey]

bottom end is totally standard, I do have a big valve head though.

[AlexG40]

Andy, I read your blog earlier and you say near the start that you wish you'd just bought the Rothe kit in full. Having completed yours now and presumably witnessed a few others, would you still say thats the best way forward or do you reckon it can be done for less now?

[cheys03]

Also interested in the Club Newsleter article if you have it please Andy?