Considering........

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Turboing the Focus. As any of you who read my thread in the Pub will know.

Basically I feel it's in need of a bit more go, and a Turbo project would be fun and interesting to develop.

Im in need of as much info regarding turbo applications on Foci as anybody has. I remember hearing about one in Adelaide (is it owned/done by CAPA?) and would be very interested in finding out as much as I can about it. Ive contacted CAPA and am waiting for a reply.

A few points:-

* How strong are the Zetec engines i.e. would a stock, well maintained (my engine has just under 40,000kms) handle a low boost application? Im not chasing huge performance figures here but I do want it to be worth doing. A Procharger sounds like a possibility because it reduces the need to upgrade engine internals to safely handle boost, so I'm told anyway.

* Assuming a FMIC would be needed, I would say I'm looking at major front bar modification for it to be effective. Just wondering, is it at all possible to be mounted and if not, where else could be a possible spot to mount an intercooler?

* Can the stock ECU with a Zetec tune in place of regular CL/LX one handle a low boost application or would I need to run an aftermarket unit or piggyback unit?

Apologies for all the questions and I realise some may be hard to answer. I will be asking people in the know (CAPA etc etc) but Im just interested as to what we already know in regards to turboing.

TIA for any info anyone has.