2.0l 16v Engine differences

[Valver.]

The 16v turbo is very cheap to do well A couple of grand has it all tied up.

Anyway, yes, the ABF bolts straight into a Mk1 like any other 16v. The bolt for the serpentine tensioner pulley will touch the frame/chassis rail unless you modify it or the chassis itself... Or you can also run a non A/C alternator setup, which sits the alt. lower giving more space for intercooler piping and/or a suitable custom intake manifold. This is about the only problem to overcome, apart from finding a suitable exhaust manifold.

You can run a Mk1 gearbox, but it's not a good idea. Even the stock ABF came with an 02A cable change for strength, so you definately need one with turbo torque

This means custom gearbox mounts, but there are a few places that sell them now - though, they're a bit overpriced

[20vkitcar]

something to think about ..ABF has longer connecting rods....the longer the rod lenght the better the rod ratio at higher rpm and more horse power is developed...just a thought as this is how vw motorsport tuned the ABF...they also changed the jhead angle onto the block and milled it about 7mm off the deck cheers steve