2.0 conversion questions

[jtoomasson at yahoo.com (Jeff Toomasson)]

For $1000, you have a lot of options (provided you're doing your own work).
Remember, there is no replacement for displacement. Always go for the CC's -
starting with a stock 2.0 with allow you to go bigger over time with a solid
base. Re-working 1.8s, while effective for the most part, is pricey.

You could get an decent mileage ABA, taller downpipe and hook up some
Knock-sensing equipment from a yard on the cheap. Your current fuel
injection will work (though you'll probably benefit from a Fox intake,
larger throttle bdoy (A2 or Mk2 16v), GTi air flow meter (larger plate), JH
head (or a GX (ask Brian McGarvey)), a cam will be a bonus (G-Grinds can be
had for less than $70). If you're patient and get most of you stuff from the
yards, you'll have enough $$ left over to buy most of the little crap new
(clutch setup, tune-up gear, OXS, gaskets, fluids, hoses, belts.....need I
go on??  :D

G/L!

Jeff


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Dan Smith" <sad_rocc@yahoo.com>
To: <scirocco-l@scirocco.org>
Sent: Monday, May 19, 2003 2:42 PM
Subject: 2.0 conversion questions


>
>
> I've recently discovered I have a bit more money than I expected and so
I'm considering doing a 2.0 coversion in my 81 mk1. TT has a ton of
conversion parts that they sell, but are they really necessary? I don't know
what block I'd use, probably whichever is easier to find/cheaper. I want to
put an 8v head on it, would a JH be okay? Basically, I need to know all the
expenses and stuff involved. Can I use the accessories on the 1.7L I have in
the car now? My other option is a slightly worked 1.8 JH. By slightly worked
I mean bigger cam, possibly HD springs, lightened flywheel, bigger TB, and I
dunno what else. I have a max budget of $1000. I already have suspension and
handling lined up, so that wouldn't be budgeted in, but an exhaust would
have to be. Tell me where to go and what to do, oh modding masters!
>
> TIA,
> Dan
>
>
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