1.5 ---> 1.8 Turbo

mazda-mike · 08-01-2004, 11:21 PM

from wat i can gather these are the parts i need to do the job. Can you please confirm i have gathered the information correctly

1.8 engine mounts
engine, ecu and loom
new exhaust system
1.8 gearbox (unless someone can tell me otherwise)
v6 driveshafts
intercooler
inlet mods

Any help appreciated.

Thanks

Mike

JynX · 09-01-2004, 08:47 AM

>>1.8 engine mounts
If the 1.5 block is of BP designation then the 1.8T should bolt straight in.

>>v6 driveshafts
Why V6 driveshafts?

Dogo · 09-01-2004, 09:09 AM

coz they're stronger. really it'd be a good idea to use the v6 hubs as well, since 5 stud is designed to handle more torque

JynX · 09-01-2004, 11:12 AM

I know they are stronger, but its not like people have been snapping drive shafts left right and center. Why spend money when its not needed :shock:

Dogo · 09-01-2004, 11:53 AM

better to be safe than sorry. I'd hate to have one die on me when driving. wheeeee spinning in circles :lol:

if mazda's research decided that the v6 model needed stronger driveshafts, then surefly an engine more powerful than the v6 would need them too.

MrShadow · 09-01-2004, 03:40 PM

Quote:

if mazda's research decided that the v6 model needed stronger driveshafts, then surefly an engine more powerful than the v6 would need them too.

hmm, makes sense, although as Jynx said, people haven't been breaking them, so I guess it's a personal choice. If you have the money, go for it.

Rupewrecht · 09-01-2004, 04:41 PM

mine are V6 ones, but not really by choice :lol:

only because when my engine was pulled out the second time (for the rebuild) they were disassembled incorrectly and had to be rebuilt. so the driveshaft palce upgraded them to V6 ones at the same time.

apparently a lot of BA astinas are mix and match - some have 4cyl and V6 ones -different on each side. lazy day at the factory if you ask me!

gives me slightly more peace of mind i guess

TURBO MAZDA · 10-01-2004, 02:07 AM

The way i see it, If it bracks then it's time to upgrade it.

BigMal · 12-01-2004, 11:13 PM

Also you always break the weakest part. If you upgrade everything else then
weakest part is the gearbox and thats what you will be breaking. Same as I
would not go extreme with a clutch as would sooner have clutch slip than busted
boxes.

Regards

Mal

08-01-2004, 11:21 PM	#1
mazda-mike Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 32	1.5 ---> 1.8 Turbo from wat i can gather these are the parts i need to do the job. Can you please confirm i have gathered the information correctly 1.8 engine mounts engine, ecu and loom new exhaust system 1.8 gearbox (unless someone can tell me otherwise) v6 driveshafts intercooler inlet mods Any help appreciated. Thanks Mike __________________

09-01-2004, 08:47 AM	#2
JynX Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Sydney Posts: 1,767	>>1.8 engine mounts If the 1.5 block is of BP designation then the 1.8T should bolt straight in. >>v6 driveshafts Why V6 driveshafts? __________________ JynX 1994 Turbo BA Astina 200whp @ 12psi "If you cant drive fast with 90hp..... 900hp wont help you"

09-01-2004, 09:09 AM	#3
Dogo Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Melb, Aus Car: Mazda 323 BA BPT transplant Posts: 3,459 View Photos By: Dogo	coz they're stronger. really it'd be a good idea to use the v6 hubs as well, since 5 stud is designed to handle more torque __________________ [ Turbo BA ] see my readers ride

09-01-2004, 11:12 AM	#4
JynX Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Sydney Posts: 1,767	I know they are stronger, but its not like people have been snapping drive shafts left right and center. Why spend money when its not needed :shock: __________________ JynX 1994 Turbo BA Astina 200whp @ 12psi "If you cant drive fast with 90hp..... 900hp wont help you"

09-01-2004, 11:53 AM	#5
Dogo Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Melb, Aus Car: Mazda 323 BA BPT transplant Posts: 3,459 View Photos By: Dogo	better to be safe than sorry. I'd hate to have one die on me when driving. wheeeee spinning in circles :lol: if mazda's research decided that the v6 model needed stronger driveshafts, then surefly an engine more powerful than the v6 would need them too. __________________ [ Turbo BA ] see my readers ride

09-01-2004, 04:41 PM	#7
Rupewrecht Administrator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: melb.vic.au Car: AZ-1, Astina Hardtop Turbo, BJ Protege, Beetle Posts: 16,525 View Photos By: Rupewrecht	mine are V6 ones, but not really by choice :lol: only because when my engine was pulled out the second time (for the rebuild) they were disassembled incorrectly and had to be rebuilt. so the driveshaft palce upgraded them to V6 ones at the same time. apparently a lot of BA astinas are mix and match - some have 4cyl and V6 ones -different on each side. lazy day at the factory if you ask me! gives me slightly more peace of mind i guess __________________ jdmparts.rupewrecht.com Sourcing your not-quite-overnight parts from Japan WRECHT--\|--SLOWTEGE--\|--BEETLE--\|--SUBSTITUTE--\|--AZ-1

10-01-2004, 02:07 AM	#8
TURBO MAZDA Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Sydney Posts: 198 View Photos By: TURBO MAZDA	The way i see it, If it bracks then it's time to upgrade it.

12-01-2004, 11:13 PM	#9
BigMal 1ST BA TURBO MEMBER Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Sydney Car: BA Astina Turbo Posts: 4,195 View Photos By: BigMal	Also you always break the weakest part. If you upgrade everything else then weakest part is the gearbox and thats what you will be breaking. Same as I would not go extreme with a clutch as would sooner have clutch slip than busted boxes. Regards Mal __________________ If you want wind in your hair add a Hairdryer !!!

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