What next?

[Sisson]

Right, im after abit of advice of you fellow diesel owners,

Iv got a PD130 which has been remapped, inc. a green panel filter, Cupra Air intake and full 2.5"bore stainless zorst, I reckon its running about 175-180 bhp,

What would be the next step to take power wise?

Ive already got adjustable coilovers and 312mm TT brakes,

Would a Miltek downpipe and race cat release any more power, would it make the car sound any different?

Im thinking of a FMIC and uprated SACHS clutch aswell???

Or should i save for the Allard VT2 turbo upgrade??

I don't want to change my car to a faster one as IMO diesel is best and its not worth swapping back to petrol as i do too many miles.

Any help would be much appreciated,

Thanks all

Adam,

 

[BeezerDiesel]

Putting my sensible head on, I would say the FMIC would be next on the list. Summer's coming (allegedly) and the warmth will do you no favours with the mods you aready have.
Last weekend I noticed my engine starting to hold back briefly after a bit of spirited driving, and that was in the cool evening air, and mine has a few less mods than yours.
Next up would be the clutch, exhaust and then the turbo last.

 

[j.a.kelly]

Sisson, be aware that JBS are developing a turbo for our motor ... or so mike tells me. Had my work done on Saturday, FMIC, Intake&Filter, and CC1. Love the car now, perfect.

I agree you should go FMIC next. then hold on for JBS turbo

JK

 

[spyke85]

Just beware of JBS...they are making me want to spend a fortune!

But from what I can gather, a FMIC would be the way forward for you.

 

[sssstew]

FMIC, clutch then swap the turbo.

 

[hon_n_gem]

hey, hows your clutch holding up with the remap? was considering a remap, however should i get a new clutch in first or not? thanks
Hon

 

[Sisson]

Iv learnt to drive round the slipping clutch, it doesn't do it as much now the weather is warmer but in winter it will slip if i boot it under 2k,

Iv learnt how to use the accelerator not as an on/off switch!!!

 

[devonutopia]

What about LPG? I'm getting my kit fitted soon - Its cost me about £450 in materials only, and once fitted I hope to have cleaner emissions and a fair whack more power too. Secretly hoping for 250hp & 400+ lb/ft but I'm not sure at all, what this powershot system will give me. They claim 25% more which would be 275hp/450 lb/ft in my case! EEEK!