TURBO kit is coming!

[BreathlessPerformance]

Our first programming is done using a piggyback computer with a very easy wiring install and she runs great. I will be driving her tonight to go over any drivability issues and will have her on the dyno tomorrow.

We decided to go with the piggy back for a few reasons. One we do not have the calabration as yet to load in the computer and two in a way its better to use the piggy back since you can just simply remove the computer and turbo in 2 hours still go to the dealer under warranty and have your computer upgraded any time.

More info tomorrow.

Ernie

[SunDiego]

Have you dyno'd it? Whats the performance increase?

[SunDiego]

Sorry, just saw this thread

Breathless Performance Turbo is here, Dyno #s

[BreathlessPerformance]

Looks like we are starting on the production kits this week.

Ernie

[jose3030]

I am quietly enjoying this thread.

[BreathlessPerformance]

Pics of the production kit coming soon.

Ernie

[striker_217]

WHY is the 84bhp turbo passion not available in the states???

[geosynch]

Originally Posted by striker_217

WHY is the 84bhp turbo passion not available in the states???

THAT, my British friend, is the 64,000 quid question.

geosynch

[dlroto]

Sweet stuff

[brian r]

Originally Posted by striker_217

WHY is the 84bhp turbo passion not available in the states???

I'd guess it has a lot to do with the millions it would cost Penske to certify that engine with the EPA/DOT, and the fact that a year or two ago there were a lot more unknowns about the market for the US version of the fortwo.

It looks like they made a good call-not for us, but business wise. Who would have guessed that after the wait lists and overpaying on ebay just to get a car, that there would be hundreds of unsold cars available today on dealer lots?