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May 14th, 2024, 20:14 | #1 | |
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I experimented with a bleed valve on the wastegate but of course the ECU would cut power if the boost went too high. But the few times it worked, it was clear that it could produce considerably more power - the turbo, fuel system and injectors all up to the job. It was a great car to have at the time, it could beat an Escort RS Turbo off the line, but no one was nicking them and they were cheap to insure. I did once get to drive another 440 which had a 2.0L engine from a Renault 21 Turbo with nearly 200BHP. That was a real weapon, it went on to be developed further and made it into Max Power magazine.
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May 16th, 2024, 11:06 | #2 |
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So i went to check the car out and there are a few interesting things.
First of all 99% rust free! Overall looked in great condition but the battery was flat so i wasn't able to start it and check what up with electrical stuff. I will think about it and go back another time to do that. The locks were a bit tight on the door and i couldn't get into the trunk at all (neither could the old lady that was selling it, it belonged to here son who sadly passed). Are there any tricks? The key would not slide all the way in as it did for the door. Some minor chips on the hood and natural wear on some panels but that is all to be expected. Putting in some serious thought about this... |
May 16th, 2024, 13:45 | #3 | |
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Get it bought.....
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