Anyone here heard of adding a turbo to 1.7 KY engine?
I've just been told by a mechanic that it's quite a popular modification for these engines?
I was planning to put a 1.9 1Y engine in?? Anyone know how much a turbo is and if it's worth it?
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1.7 KY TD
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Re: 1.7 KY TD
Has it got the piston cooling jets in the block? AFAIK they aren't fitted as original so it wouldn't be suitable for using with a turbo. 1Y much easier.
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Re: 1.7 KY TD
I thought it would be more popular if it was doable?
The guy (vw mechanic) seemed positive that it possible? Said it was popular too? I definitely said it was a 1.7 diesel.
The guy (vw mechanic) seemed positive that it possible? Said it was popular too? I definitely said it was a 1.7 diesel.
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Re: 1.7 KY TD
Not many of those engines around so can't see how it could be said to be popular. Would be easier to find a 1Y than a KY. Parts for KY engines are thin on the ground like cylinder heads whereas the 1Y is a newer engine and was fitted in more vehicles - Audi 80 (1Y: 08/89-12/91), SEAT Ibiza Mk2 (1Y: 02/93-06/99), SEAT Cordoba (1Y: 09/93-06/99), SEAT Toledo (1Y: 05/91-03/99), SEAT Inca (1Y: 11/95-06/03), Škoda Felicia (AEF: 10/95-08/01), Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Passat B3 (1Y: 05/89-09/93), Volkswagen Polo 6N (1994–2001). Mine came from a 98 Caddy.
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Re: 1.7 KY TD
He's having a look at it next week for me. I told him i'm after a 1Y, so wish me luck!
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