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Old 12th June 2010, 23:11   #11
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Would it not cause damage tot he engine though
I doubt it........MG Rover would have had reasons to cap the output at 160bhp from higher strain on the engine to emissions to out performing the larger engined variants and a compromise model with power when needed and economy at the same time.......

K series engine with the updated ladder and gasket parts should easily handle 180bhp tuned
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Old 13th June 2010, 00:31   #12
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two stages were mentioned 177 and 187 bhp and a better pull from low revs,which the engine lacks.

i have the graphs,if anyone is interested
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Old 13th June 2010, 07:59   #13
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Is that just from the 1.8T or is there mapping that can be done on the 1.8?
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Old 13th June 2010, 09:15   #14
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Thank god you saved that lovely car..............it was being picked on by all those Vauxhalls !
I had to take it because I believe it was bullying the whole showroom. Think I have the only car with a ASBO..Had the car about 3 weeks now and I still smile everytime I get in it
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Old 13th June 2010, 09:19   #15
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Of all the versions, is the 1.8T the fastest, or would that be the 2.5 V6?
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Old 13th June 2010, 12:22   #16
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Looks like my thread is starting to get stolen by remapping disscussion...

Anyway to get back on track here is a few more images...











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God i do love that front end fella.....


very nice........one day..........
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That is one gorgeous looking car, enjoy
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Old 13th June 2010, 14:40   #19
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xenon lights..looks high spec.

have got any pictures of the interior?
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Old 13th June 2010, 14:47   #20
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xenon lights..looks high spec.

have got any pictures of the interior?

Just waiting on unit from radioman and when its in I will have a quick interior valet then post pictures..
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