turbo modification

[Michael Gough]

>>I found a turbo in the scrapyard today, seems in good condition,  it has
> an integral wastegate and it is a garret.  it came off of a mg metro turbo
> (1275cc)  so im hoping it will be the basis for my lightly blown coupe gt(t).
>
> Try to find an exhaust manifold and turbo from a 100 Turbodiesel from
> the 80s.. It does have a integrated wastegate, and it does have the
> right size.. Much easier - except the oil lines, it's a bolt-on..

Yes indeed, this is a VERY good idea, and exactly what I did on my VW
Quantum Syncro, though its not a 100TD, over here on my side of the pond its
a 5000 TD :) same thing though. It is a direct bolt on, has an integrated
wastegate (no bent tie rod or relocated battery) in the KKK K24 turbo, and
makes 5psi of boost at 1500 rpm. The oil lines bolt on too, if you get the
right filter mount (get one from the TD) With my 4.11:1 gearing the car
absolutely RIPS right through 1st-3rd gears, and really scoots in 4th and
5th.
Mike