1.4 to gti conversion

[Willo]

I know this has probably been asked a million times but what parts will I need to the conversion so I can start a shopping list my car is an 8v 1.4 on a m plate

Will

[Wayne]

Sell it and buy a GTI, so much needs changing it is not worth thinking about.

[Bellend]

8v will be engine, loom, ECU. Loom goes straight in the fuse box. Then clocks and immob box, fuel pump gearbox.

Not too hard if you just drop the subframe, change the looms and clocks and box.

Can do it with dash in. Then stalks as well.

[Bellend]

Actually, for 8v:

- Engine, gearbox and all parts associated such as starter, alternator, clutch etc
- Slam panel and radiator
- ECU
- Engine Loom
- Clocks, stalks and associated looms
- Immob box and loom
- Fuel pump

Think that's it.

For 16v add on clutch cylinder, brake resovoir & piping, and possible pedal box if yours is an early one.

[Willo]

So it's only really worth doing if I can get a cheap donar car by the look of things whats the bhp on a gti 8v

[trog_nfs]

115 bhp

[Wayne]

Your also going to need to uprate the brakes and it might be worth checking insurance first.

[Willo]

Insurance is cheaper than on a gti by nearly 500 I'll keep a open mind for now as was just an idea for now

[trog_nfs]

Insurance is cheaper than on a gti by nearly 500 I'll keep a open mind for now as was just an idea for now

Yes but after you declare it insurance will probably be more given the nature of engine conversions

[search]

best off buying a GTi.