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  2. Posted

    BTW people,

    I reckon it would be cheaper to use the 8V G60 engine as base for this conversion. But THE MAIN MAN for advice and information regarding this conversion would be John (A.K.A 16VG60) -see previous posts

     

    My advice would be to contact him directly to get the most helpful, and most complete up to date information on this conversion

     

    SCOTCORRADOG60

  3. Posted

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    Does anyone know how much it would cost to supercharge a 16v?

     

    And what would be the advantages over a normal g60?

    Looks like it's someone who wants to supercharge his standard 16V engine. If so these are the parts he would require to source / build engine:

     

     

    G60 G-Lader Supercharger

    G60 G-Lader mounting brackets and belt tensioner complete

    G-Lader outlet or RSR outlet

    G60 Serpentine / idler pulleys for water pump and alternator

    G60 water pump pulley

    G60 Throttle body, complete

    G60 Fuel Injectors and FPR

    G60 Idle stabilizer valve (ISV)

    G60 Digifant1 ECU and engine wire harness

    G60 Digifant control relay

    G60 Oxygen sensor

    G60 Water temperature sensor (blue)

    G60 CO% potentiometer

    G60 Relays, fuel pump

    G60 Intercooler hoses to and from the G-Lader

    G60 Lower water pump pipe

    Upper and lower coolant hoses

    G60 Radiator and fan assembly

     

     

    Also you would require to use a thicker copper head gasket to achieve a lower compression ratio for use with the boost, but this isn't the most efficient option. Better idea would be to use custom forged pistons (£500-£650) with the correct compression ratio. So now you have an idea about where the costs are involved. BTW this is information I have gathered from websites and is by no means complete or necessarily fully correct and I am by no means an expert just an amatuer who likes to read up on things.., :shock:

     

    Cheers

     

    SCOTCORRADOG60

  6. Posted

    Hi all,

    I'm trying to trace the contact details of a the owner of a red foreign (dutch?) Corrado I have seen pictures of. It has some nice carbon fibre bits I like the look of. hink it is on here somewhere but I cant seem to find it. Anyone any ideas??

     

    Cheers

  7. Posted

    Hi

     

    Just got me renewal through the post yesterday. £750 for 91 G60 with mods declared. I need to find a cheaper company than this as I think it's a bit high. Any recommendations for companied to try would be greatly appreciated.

     

    24 years old (25 in Sept)

    4 years NCB

    AB24 postcode

    Cat one alarm / immobiliser

    Few mods :D

    Parked on street (will have garage soon)

     

    Cheers

  9. Posted

    Hi all,

    Was trying to fit me new side repeaters last night and thought to meself better not let that wire with the bulb holder attached dissapear down wing. Lo and behold turned me backj for 30 secs and it slipped down inside the wind..,GRRRRRRRR! Any ideas on how to get the darn thing back up to the hole to attach to the repeater?

     

    Thanks guys

  13. Posted

    Hi all,

     

    I am looking for supplier of Riger grilles in the UK. Anyone know of who to contact or even if anyone has one for sale secondhand. Ca2 is 1991 Corrado G60.

     

    Cheers,

     

    SCOTCORRADOG60

  15. Posted

    Hi

    Am also in Aberdeen mate. You can transplant the G60 lump into the 16V shell but you will need the engine, loom, ECU, and the brakes (280mm) if you want to be able to stop with the extra power. G60 lumps are quite difficult to get hold of. As far as the 16V G60 conversion goes you would need a complete G60 engine, ECU, loom etc anyway. Best person to talk to about this conversion would be Darren at PD Motorsports on this forum as 8VG60. He has done this conversion before but be warned it's not straightforward, i.e. you will need custom pistons and intake manifold (if you cannot get hold of an Audi S2 or Scirocco 50mm intake)

     

    Best of luck with whatever you decide mate

     

    SCOTCORRADOG60

  17. Posted

    Hi all,

    Just got back from discussions with Bavaria Auto-Werke, quote "the Uk's 1st established German Car Specialist.". Got three other quotes from other specialist VAG service agents. All of their estimates were cheaper than Bavaria Auto-Werke in Aberdeen, including main VAG dealer Specialist Cars!!!! Told Bavaria they were taking the p***. Got them to break down the jobs into labour for each, final labour quote had been overcharged by £310 ish!! I paid the service fee and walked away and didn't look back...,How do these people reckon they can get away with it?? Instead C is going into Aberdeen Volks Centre in Kingswells, nr Aberdeen who are going to do all the work for a much more reasonable price i.e about £300 less!!!!

     

    Thanks for all advice etc,

    Will let you know final outcome

    Cheers,

     

    SCOTCORRADOG60

  18. Posted

    Im sure I heard someone had a quote for axle bushes before from Bedrock VW's and it was about £500 so the above bill sounds about right with all the other work.

     

    scotcorradog60, was it Aberdeen Volkscentre? I have a few receipts in my history from them and the prices for some of the work done seem reasonable.

    Hi again,

    Just had interesting conversation with Darren from PD, poss the garage have just added on about 5 or 6 hours of unnecessary labour...,Interestingly enough the VAG dealership qouted only £30 more than specialist and that was with double labour cost!!! By the way its Bavaria Auto Werke in Aberdeen if anyone is interested

     

    SCOTCORRADOG60

  20. Posted

    It's a killer guys cause looked at the estimate more closely and parts are only £180....,it's the labour cost of IRO £575 that is more of a bit**!!!! But to replace bushes they have to drop the rear axle they said which is 4-5 hours labour in itself they say...,

     

    Any comments??

     

    SCOTCORRADOG60

  21. Posted

    Oh my god,

    Just got the report back from the garage who did the service on the C this morning.....,£797!!!

     

    Needs a lot a work done they say, not a dealership but VAG independant specialists and reputable enough...,

     

    10K service, two wheel bearings, fan belt, power steering belt, 2 CV boots, 2 brake pipes, 2 rear axle mounting bushes, pagid front pads, headlamp fault fixed, weld exhaust and of course labour...,

     

    What do you guys reckon??

     

    SCOTCORRADOG60

  22. Posted

    Lanny,

    Hopefully going to have combination oil temperature and pressure (2 in 1), boost, air / fuel ratio and inlet temp gauges, hence boost and air / fuel in A-pillar pod and others in centre console,

     

    SCOTCORRADOG6O

  23. Posted

    Hi all,

    Since VW have discontinued the OEM gauge pod / plate that was optional on G60 models I wondered if anyone on the forum has embarked on a DiY version to fit either in the same location (under ashtray) or in place of centre console heating vents or knows of someone that has. Looks like this is the only was to get gauges installed aside from fitting an A-pillar pod (which am doing anyway).

     

    Many thanks

     

    SCOTCORRADOG60

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