Tuning B230

Hi. I'm looking at fitting a Volvo B230 engine to my 1979 Opel Manta. That's lost me some friends already! Does anyone have any info on tuning these engines, specialists or knowledgeable club members etc? Any help is much appreciated!

[Mike_Brace]

A lot can be done with these engines depending on what you want to spend.
The 16v or the turbo give quite good outputs as standard. Best place to find out to much information is www.turbobricks.com - put in soem searches and if you can't find what you want put a post on. If you need further help let me know - I've done a little bit myself and know the engines well and the wiring. I think you are onto a good idea with this one - I can't wait to hear how the other owners react when its up and running. Best of luck

Mike

[davebslater(uk)]

theres a chap in sweden with a manta and super/turboed B230 16v etc .

if you want anything specific , shoot me an email

dave.slater7@ntlworld.com

im currently building two .

[ravennexus]

yes there is, can be viewed at http://www.hilmersson-racing.com/default.asp

looks like this

http://www.mikeandminniehardy.co.uk/dumping/manta1.jpg

specs on the motor are.

Engine:
Volvo B230 with navy crankshaft
SPM H-profile connecting rods
Venolia pistons
16 Valve Volvo head with standard valves, port grinded with own ideas
Self made mechanical valve adjustment
Camshafts grinded by SPM
Double valve springs
Garret GT-40 turbo
Eaton M62 compressor with an own system for control of air between the turbo and the compressor
Exhaust manifold manufactured in stainless steel
Wastegate with 50mm valve
Self made intake manifold with separate 46mm throttle and full radius funnels
Autronic engine management system and CDI ignition
Mercury F1 ignition coils
Self made Intercooler and watercooler

Power:
Max. 578Hp at 6300rpm, over 500Hp from 5200 to 7700rpm

Torque:
Max. 706Nm at 4900rpm, over 600Nm from 4300 to 6600rpm

Some pics of hilmerssons Manta
Kompressor and turbo charged with 500++ HP

That's where I got my inspiration from! I've spoken to Ronnie and he referred me to turbobricks which should give me plenty to mull over. Thanks for the help gents!