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Author:  Lyall52 [ Thu Sep 08, 2011 10:10 am ]
Post subject:  Trying to decide which way to go Swift GTI or Starlet.

Hi everyone I'm new to this website. I have read through detailed the engine conversion of the Starlet engine into a Mini, but I can't seem to find a Swift conversion. I'm still looking at the positives and negiatives of both. Can You help.

My situation at the moment is I'm rebuilding a Classic Mini which hopefully I'll have the rust repaired, bottom paint, and on 4 wheels with the engine built and in by Xmas. But everyone knows "Best laid plays of mice and men..." will always change.

I also have a Clubman Mini waiting for an engine conversion and I have purchased a subframe 2/3 built. I'm currently buying parts for the Clubman.

Can U direct me to a Swift detail conversion like the Starlet's on this website.
Also provide info on which might be the best way to go.

Author:  moemoke [ Thu Sep 08, 2011 12:31 pm ]
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Have you had a look at this thread?
http://www.ausmini.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=72384

and a couple more you may of seen already
http://www.ausmini.com/forums/viewtopic ... ght=gtitec

http://www.redlinegti.com/forum/gallery ... um_id=1407

There is a bit of a thread on a GTi Moke on this forum somewhere but can't find it atm (lunch break). I own the moke now but haven't done anything with it since 2007 :cry:

Author:  Lyall52 [ Thu Sep 08, 2011 6:45 pm ]
Post subject:  Moemoke Thanks for those.

Hi Moemoke thanks for the threads, and yes I have did have a look recently.

Is there anyone near Nowra NSW that has a conversion done who I can contact.

Is it possible That I can Archangel also.

Thankyou again for your help.

Author:  Mini Mad [ Thu Sep 08, 2011 7:16 pm ]
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Why don't you list what your objectives are for the engine?

outright performance, reliability, turbo, non-turbo, fuel economy, handling or straight line speed, cost, are you doing it yourself or paying someone?

Author:  Kennomini [ Thu Sep 08, 2011 9:47 pm ]
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From what I can see is the Starlet turbo is a lot more common because it is more available these days, the Swift GTI is a bit older these days but I reckon once it has a turbo on it it's capable of making the same power as a Starlet mini.
I reckon you can pick up a GTI cheaper than a Starlet but the starlet will be turbo-ed and their for make more power but if you chuck the same size turbo on the GIT it'll do the same job.
Basically their both twin cam 16 valve, 1.3L, 5 speed manual, similar weights etc etc.
I'd like to do a GTI supercharger conversion just to be different, give that a go I reckon :D

Author:  blue_deluxe [ Thu Sep 08, 2011 9:51 pm ]
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My advice, finish the classic youve got and decide what you want out of another one. Then wait 3 months and save some cash. Then build it.

Author:  MrFail [ Fri Sep 09, 2011 4:52 am ]
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^^ good advise. Its always good to have your money ready to go, before you start the project. Otherwise it will be a 3yr+ project.

Author:  Kennomini [ Fri Sep 09, 2011 6:47 pm ]
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It'll still take 3 years :lol: :roll:

Author:  gtitec13 [ Fri Sep 09, 2011 11:21 pm ]
Post subject:  gtitec

just call me mate can do all you need
thx
jason
0403322710

Author:  Archangel007 [ Mon Sep 12, 2011 11:11 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Moemoke Thanks for those.

Lyall52 wrote:
Is it possible That I can Archangel also.


That would be me.... PM away!

Cheers,
Tricky

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