I have a 1982 rabbit convertible and I’m thinking about potentially doing an engine swap or an engine rebuild. Anyone who has experience with a swap or rebuild please let me know any common issues that you have experienced.
My goal: I want to achieve at least 180 horsepower from a 1.8t or around 150 from a rebuild.
The engine swaps I’d like to do are the 1.8t From a Audi TT which are the 180 and the 225, or from a MK4 GTI. What are some common mistakes that I can avoid and what parts would I need (besides the engine obviously and O2A/J trans).
I’m not too familiar with engine rebuilds on the MK1 rabbits. I would like to turbocharge/supercharge if possible and get up to around 150 hp. What parts would you guys recommend I get for a rebuild and what common problems can I avoid when doing this?
Please let me know which route I should take and also which might be the best bang for my buck considering I’m a 17 year old.
THANKS IN ADVANCED! STAY SAFE OUT THERE
My goal: I want to achieve at least 180 horsepower from a 1.8t or around 150 from a rebuild.
The engine swaps I’d like to do are the 1.8t From a Audi TT which are the 180 and the 225, or from a MK4 GTI. What are some common mistakes that I can avoid and what parts would I need (besides the engine obviously and O2A/J trans).
I’m not too familiar with engine rebuilds on the MK1 rabbits. I would like to turbocharge/supercharge if possible and get up to around 150 hp. What parts would you guys recommend I get for a rebuild and what common problems can I avoid when doing this?
Please let me know which route I should take and also which might be the best bang for my buck considering I’m a 17 year old.
THANKS IN ADVANCED! STAY SAFE OUT THERE