MX-5 OC Forum

Hi Guys,

Looking to get my 1.8 mk2 turbochaged. 

I have been looking at these kits on ebay - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/JDMS-94-02-MIATA-MX5-1-8L-T25-T28-TURBO-KIT-275HP-/140336121641?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item20acaf4729#ht_5256wt_1007

However, with something like this I want it to be completed by a professional for reliability issues.

The question is, does anyone know anyone in the South West that deal with aftermarket turbochargers that will be able to supply and fit one for me?

Also, What do people expect the output BHP to be on an average turbocharger and what would the 0-60 times drop to?

Many Thanks

Adam

wow that looks good, i guess once you fit the whole thing you could still upgrade individual pieces for extra improvement, i would love to eventually have one on the 1.6 :D

 Hi Adam, I recently had my 1.6 done by The MX5Restorer , I know it would be a long haul for you But i can assure you that these guys know their stuff when it  comes to turbo conversions, Out the box mine is estimated to put out between 170 to 180 BHP (not had it on rolling road yet ) All i can say is the difference will put an even larger grin on your face  And according to Garath & Chris if i get larger injectors and increase the boost it should put out over 200 BHP !! Not bothered to do a 0 - 60 test yet, Just been having too much fun  If nothing else just give them a ring for a chat about what you would like and i know the will help with advice

adds05:

Hi Guys,

Looking to get my 1.8 mk2 turbochaged. 

I have been looking at these kits on ebay - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/JDMS-94-02-MIATA-MX5-1-8L-T25-T28-TURBO-KIT-275HP-/140336121641?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item20acaf4729#ht_5256wt_1007

However, with something like this I want it to be completed by a professional for reliability issues.

The question is, does anyone know anyone in the South West that deal with aftermarket turbochargers that will be able to supply and fit one for me?

Also, What do people expect the output BHP to be on an average turbocharger and what would the 0-60 times drop to?

 

Many Thanks

Adam

Produced in China from cobbled together parts,nothing will fit properly,please don't waste your money.

A proper turbo set up is going to cost you a LOT more than that,have a browse on the Begi or flyin miata websites to get an idea of what you are looking at.

http://www.bellengineering.net/index.php

http://www.flyinmiata.com/#

Thanks for the advice everyone. I will stay clear of the ebay kits. 

Some great contacts there as well I will check them out. MX5 restorers sounds like they know the cars inside out as well. When I get the conversion done I will post updates!

Thanks again

Adam

Yes it looks a bit cheap to me. I just had mine converted at BBR, the cost was 6k incl VAT. Performance is 220bhp but the torque is really impressive. It is great fun overtaking other 'sports' cars on a steep uphill.

 Opinions please..Is it really worth spending 6k on an MX5 turbo,unless you're going to get the full enjoyment out of it on a track?

 simple answer.....yes

On a turbo or supercharger....yes

steve beavon:

 Opinions please..Is it really worth spending 6k on an MX5 turbo,unless you're going to get the full enjoyment out of it on a track?

Yes it's worth doing. But no you don't have to spend 6k to get there.

I've heard Muppet on here say a number of times (or I've read the same post a number of times??) that his turbo conversion was in the £600 pound mark, ran faultlessly for the past two years and included two drifting seasons. There is a lot of grey inbetween the chinky choppy chop socky fleabay 'bargains' and a 6k premium for an, albeit, excellent conversion.

 A whole host of options indeed. From most owners ive spoke to the cost is more likely to be in the £1500-£3000 bracket for a decent turbo/supercharger conversion

0-60 times on a 190 bhp car will be in the 6.5 region but its the in gear flexibility that shows.  Put your foot in 5th @ 70 mph (In germany!) and I soon run out of numbers on the speedo(120) and the car keeps going.

Had it logged at 138.

It can be a lot of money and a lot of hassle.

The easiest way is to buy one of the many fully finished cars that crop up for little more than the parts are worth.

£6000 must have been an exceptional build...I would have expected a MK3 cosworth kit to be fitted, with extras for that.

Mine was £1200 for the bits and £400 fitting....Many trackdays and thousands of miles later all is still well.

Alan

adds05:

I have been looking at these kits on ebay

The thing that would concern me about that seller is that he is also selling "Electric Superchargers"

Can anyone say snake oil?