CorsaKaos4
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I own a corsa b 1.6 16v sport. now i have been lookin around a have noticed that it is quite common for people to do engine conversions on corsa b's. i was lookin at puttin a c20let redtop in mine obviously with all other mod takin to account the extra power. now i can get this done at a specialist mechanic all parts supplied inc engine front and rear strut braces coilovers new driveshafts F28 gearbox the lot ya know drive it in then drive it home for around £3000 i know that sound a lot but its a lot cheaper than buyin a new car. my question is is it worth it. what are the gains. i know it will be fookin fast but as i said will it be worth it. any technical help will be much appreciated. thanks.
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DAZ1985
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erm .......... YES
£3000 drive in drive out saves you alot of hassle in doing the conversion if you not quite feel confident DIY
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CorsaKaos4
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no thats the thing. just need to know what type of stats i would be lookin at and handling?
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Dave A
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will be fast in a straight line once you manage to stop it wheelspinning, handling wont be good, its a very heavy engine so will understeed and feel very front heavy. we have tried getting one to handle well, but even with £900 custom coilovers and lots of setting up it hasnt improved greatly.
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CorsaKaos4
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so do you recomend i tune my 1.6 then if so what sot of things do u think i should do? sorry bit of a novice. p.s what engines in that corsa in your avatar.
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Dave A
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http://www.corsasport.co.uk/board/viewthread.php?tid=321980
full build on there mate
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CorsaKaos4
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how much will that cost me, roughly obviously and will it b ok to drive every day. what bout insurance?
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