Richard J Darnell Posted February 13, 2002 Share Posted February 13, 2002 I'm trying to put together a definitive list of all the components needed to upgrade a 1.6 SS k-series to direct-to-head throttle bodies. My rather obvious list so far is: new ECU (Emerald M3D) DTHTB (probably Jenvey) I understand it is possible to retain the existing fuel rail/injectors and fuel pressure regulator, so what else do I need? As an example, Simon Scott has mentioned off line that a VVC plenum chamber head gasket is needed to go between the TBs and head. I also understand that it is better to use a modified caterham throttle linkage (from elisedrive) rather than bother with the Jenvey one. Anything else that I need? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oilyhands Posted February 13, 2002 Share Posted February 13, 2002 The TBS will need some light fettling to match the inlet ports, you will also need a spout attaching to the from TB for the water hose. The gasket you need is GUG704064MG and costs about £5, the bolts from the plenum will need some modificastion to stop them fouling the TB bodies and the linkage drop arm requires judicious bending for it to function properly. The throttle bracket from Bernard Scouse (Elisedrive@aol.com) costs £10 and is ideal for accepting the standard cable at the correct angle to operate the quadrant. I would alss enquire about his airbox kit, it will keep noise levels down and allow you to duct cold air to the TBs and retain the existing fuel rail, injectors and pressure regulator. If you get the PTP TBs, you will need to fettle the inlet ports since the manifold runner holes are *much* larger than the inlet ports, this is a 'head-off' job. The kit also includes the necessry bits to re-route the engine breather to the airbox backplate, since it will no longer be attached to the plenum. You should als plumb the air temp sensor into the airbox backplate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard J Darnell Posted February 13, 2002 Author Share Posted February 13, 2002 thanks oily call me slow but I've only just realised you are the "famous" **** - this explains why you know so much! Edited by - Richard J Darnell on 13 Feb 2002 21:21:26 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blatman Posted February 13, 2002 Share Posted February 13, 2002 Most unsporting, trying to guess some-ones ID...sad.gif Edited by - Blatman on 13 Feb 2002 18:07:12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oilyhands Posted February 13, 2002 Share Posted February 13, 2002 Couldnt agree more Mary, even more unsporting to give it away :-)) (thank God he got it wrong). Oilynads Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blatman Posted February 13, 2002 Share Posted February 13, 2002 Happy Valentines Oily Love Mary xxxblush.gifwink.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard J Darnell Posted February 13, 2002 Author Share Posted February 13, 2002 sorry Oily, as you say, I probably guessed wrong anyway biggrin.gif I'll give myself 100 lines: "I must not try to guess someones ID" R*****d D****ll Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blatman Posted February 13, 2002 Share Posted February 13, 2002 You could always edit out the guesses............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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