buildin the exhaust myself, hmmm, sell two hundred @ 200.00?? Options

[jwalters]

Thanks to all those that gave indespinsable info on where to get headers and prices as well as pics... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif)

But my project is going to require far more densly packed tubes (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol2.gif) . I am almost finished with my turbo motor..1.8, gotta get the heads done next, then I will begin buildin the exhaust myself. I need to put the last 15 yrs of working, building and modifying jet aircraft to some use (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smoke.gif) I should have the pics of my car up in short order.

But I was thinking, I get the pkging all sorted out for a true bolt on turbo system, (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smash.gif) and I will post all the development as it goes, would anybody else be interested? I mean, it is not fair that the type 1 guys get to have all the turbo fun ,,,right???? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/mueba.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/mueba.gif)

What do ya think??? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif)

[lapuwali]

There are LOTS of upgrades for the stock EFI. All you need is a aftermarket ECU and a couple of sensors. The injectors and plumbing (fuel and air) can all be used as is. Use a MAP sensor that reads up to 200-250 kPa and you're in business with a turbo.

Fuel injection itself is 1930s technology, and the injectors used in electronic systems are all 60s technology even on the newest systems. Only the sensors and the ECU have changed much in the last 40 years. The sensors are anywhere from $200 to free (junkyard parts will work), and the ECU can be had for $3000 for a high-end unit down to $200 for a homebuilt system. A typical price will be $750-1000 for a pretty complete setup.

I agree with Bleyseng. No one wants a turbo with a carb given the currently available technology. EFI is simply way too flexible to ignore, and makes building a safe and powerful and economical turbo system much easier than a turbo carb setup. This goes triple if you're using an ECU that does spark control, too.