Van Styling
Q Loving the magazine, it's inspired me to get my finger out and get my Astravan Mk sorted out for next year but I need some advice here. At the moment t's just a 1.7 DTi and I think the way fuel prices and running costs are heading, it's going to be staying a 1.7 DTi for the foreseeable future. So, because I can't realty tune it I'd like to concentrate on the styling instead but I really don't know what route to go down. There are a few options going round my head, but I just don't know what's...
Antara Gets A Make Over
Sticking with the Antara theme, now halfway through its initial life cycle, the Antara has had a makeover for 2011. The major, and most important changes, are mechanical rather than cosmetic. The first major change to be introduced is the introduction of a front-wheel drive model, sold in Exclusiv trim, you now no longer need to opt for a full four-wheel drive version. The next change is something the Antara has been crying out for in m opinion, and that is the introduction of a six-speed...
Opel Kadett
duct tape. 'My original plan was to restore it to original condition, which I nearty did,' Karl tells us, then I realised that i.8-litres and 115 bhp was far from enough.' So, he tuned the trusty 8-valver and when that still wasn't enough to cut a long story short as the car has had numerous engines oyer the years - he went out and sourced a Calibra Turbo engine for just 6oo.co Euros. The engine was fitted and tuned initially to give around 300 bhp. Karl ran the car like this for a while, but...
Ecotec
Cavaler Mklll, Calibra, Vectra, Omega u Nova, Corsa B, Tigra, Astra Mklll, Astra MklV, Manta Easier than you'd think - providing you choose the right parts. 3 Not great-beyond mild modification you're better off spending money 01 a 3-litre. The burbling exhaust note brings an edge to any small Vauxhall - and all that instant torque adds bags of grunt. Cav Calibra 6 fits straight into an Astra Mklll, and an adapted 20XE fitting kit sits it snugly in a Nova or Corsa only three cylinders long, you...
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Total Vauxh All
As far as engine swaps go, it's hard to beat a C20LET Corsa B for performance, but few get finished to a standard like this one. Who would care to hazard a guess at how many Corsas have had C20LET engines over the years Hundreds, maybe even thousands It's no wonder really, the base car is bursting with potential and accessible to almost anyone thanks to a wide range of models. Donor engines can be fitted on the driveway between you and a couple of mates thanks to vast accumulated knowledge on...
Turbo Upgrades
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Evolution
The Z20LET remained uncharged throughout its lifespan, with the only difference being the power outputs. The debate rages on the forums as to the exact figures, but the Coupe and SRi Turbo were reputed to have 190 bhp while the Astra GSi, Zafira GSi and VX o were nearer on hhp, although this was only due to revised engine management software. The standard turbo on the Z20LET is prone to failure on abused and higher mileage engines and it's not uncommon to find many examples with the later...
Info Owr
Corsa VXR, Corsa SRi Turbo, Meriva VXR, Astra MkV, Zafira B R Similar models with smaller engines. Otherwise, not much unless you're prepared for hard work Very difficult. CAN bus wiring and non-Vauxhall origins mean it's currently not really a DIY swap. I Excellent - 330 bhp has already been seen from 1.6s. It's got a strong. Fiat-based, all-aluminium engine that bears ew similarities to other Vauxhall motors, although mountings and ECU are like the Z20LET, and it uses an M32 six-speed...
New Improved Vxr8
Without doubt one of the most exciting products of recent times, Samco's Auto Glym Silicone Hose Wipes are now an sate. The impregnated lint-free wipes, ready for action on the showground, concours line-up, or even just on the driveway on a Sunday m rning. Priced at just 6.98 including VAT, they're a perfect addition to our cleaning kit and available from all SanicoSport retailers. For more details visit www.samcosport.corr The annual VBOA Spring Parts Day amp Autojumble takes place on Sunday...
Window Tinting Service
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Chevette Special
While many '70s era rear-wheel drive cars have becoire hugely expensive - especially Escorts, others have remained affordable, but for how long For example, the Chevette has all the ingredients of a brilliant project lightweight, rear-wheel drive, retro looks and plenty of powertrain options. It also comes in hatch, saloon, estate and van form, which is an added advantage if you're wi ling to opt for a less-fashionable variant. Finally, as we all know, cars such as the Chevette were bought in...
Interior
between the pair, emphasised when Joe mentions about upgrading to the same AD Racing 4 pot brakes as Lee, only for Lee to suggest he may move on to 6-potb, and more great VX220 flavoured things are likely to come from these two. In fact, Lee even puts the idpa of romhining a turhnrhargpr with the supercharger setup out there, which could prove to be another interesting coupling. they aren't brilliantly suited to the 2.2-litre engine, with power dropping straight after it peaked. The...
Letters
Done some words and sent 'em to us They could be here. Words Dave I Photos Darren Maybury When the right parts come together with the right knowledge and experience, they produce cars like this V6-powered Astra. Here at Total Vauxhall we've witnessed and also been part of the ever changing modifying scene for numerous years. Like fashion, modifying trends come and go and let's be brutally honest here, some of them should never be spoken about again. Fo'getting about the dark days for the time...
Cavalier Turbo
ENGINE C20LET, front-mount intercooler, ad.ustable fuel pressure regulator, Phase 1 chip, custom turbo-back exhaust CLAIMED 240 bhp ACTUAL 219 bhp at 4680 rpm OPERATOR 'It's got a boost contro problem as it's not holding enough boobt. It's probably a faulty was.egate or actuator.' REACTION 'Not too disappointed.' ENGINE 2.5-li re 24V V6 engine conversion, Pipercross induction kit, custom stainless steel exhaust
Nova 1816v
A cheap Nova Star and C18XE has allowed Ryan Fowler to build himself an affordable and fun track toy. Having always waited a Nova, Ryan Fowlpr bought this 1.2 'Star' model back in Ju.y 2009 with the intention of turning it into a track car. 'It was listed as spares or repair, and looked a bit rough around the edges, although it's solid 111 all the right places,' says Ryan. then set about stripping the car out as a hndgpt track toy, with the main aim being to have some fun in it. I already had...
Engine Pch
1993 Opel Vcctra C20LET 2023CC block, bored to 86.56 mm with main bearing girdle, ARP main bolts, Carillo rods with Wdssner 8 5-1 pistons, -93 Opel Calibra Turbo crank, new OPC oil pump with owner made aluminum tray, ported original Coscast head, plugged oil channel replaced with external oil line, harder Enem valve springs and mechanical lifters, Enem cams with 288 11.8 lift, Kent Cams verniers, home-made aluminum intake and exhaust manifold of 42 mm stainless steel tubing, three downpipe and...
Owner Lee Deciantis
AGE 39 JOB Carpenter ANY FUTURE PLANS Well, we're both going for a suspension overhaul with bushes, toe links and ball joints. WHAT ABOUT THE STYLING I have vents for the bonnet. I even masked off the area and had the jigsaw ready, but decided against it I his Turbo and getting Lee and Joe to supercharge a lighter 2.2 VX220 for him. 'The Turbos can be a little skittish,' he continues, 'these can be too, but with the way the power is supplied, they're so controllable.' A recent trip to Le Vlans...
Simon Parker
Simon's Vectra made it into Total Vauxhall a few years ago, racing'm the LMA Championship at Cadwetl Park. Since then it's been radically improved, with Swindon-built 3.2 powerplant, Swindon cams, Jenvey throttle bodies, Omex ECU, ceramic-coated BTB equal-length manifolds, Quaife ATB and uprated clutch. Simon says, 'Swindon made the original 2.5 Challenge engines, so it was the natural place to take it. Originally it made 330 bhp but now it's running a bit richer and producing 305 bhp. The 3.2...
Craig Odams
Spitting out two-foot flames and dancing into chicanes on three wheels. Craig's Vectra seems to thrive on being thrashed. One of the first in the gangto get a Challenge car, Craig bought his SRi seven years ago while running a track day company. 'I had a Westfield and was fed up with the unreliability,' he says, 'so the Vectra was hired out for hot rides, and it would bp lapping all day without fuss. We always knew it wasn't just a Vectra.' Overtime, Craig's upgraded the far with a Cadillac 3.2...
C20xe M28
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Nova 20 16v
It was never an official model, but it might as well be. Here's our guide to buying perhaps the ultimate Nova. Nova and Red Top. A few little words that go together like Cheryl Cole and rude dreams. For the best part of 20 yea-s, Vauxhall owners have been combining their favourite rally-bied small hatchback with the legendary 20XE power plant from its bigger brothers. First found under the bonnet of the 1988 Astra GTE i6-valve, the 20XE was basically a familiar 2-litre, overhead-cam 20NE...
Opel Astra 200ts
Seeing as we're talking about engine swaps a lot this month, we thought it'd be good to look at the South Africa-only Opel Kadett and Astra 200tS. The pictures you see here are of ihe only example we know of to make it to the UK and we featured the car almost five ears ago hark in issup 55. Of course, hprp in the UK, there have seen a great deal of Mk3 Astras converted to run C20LET engines, but this is the only factory-built car to receive the powerplant aside from the Cavalier and Calibra...
I Total Vauxhall 1
If, like Wayne Ellis, you own a 300 bhp Corsa D track car, you're going to need something a bit more practical for everyday use. car's a Porsche' I Well, Wayne Ellis himself look a bit silly with his own version. Because there's not much point in putting 'My other car's a Corsa' on the 'ear bumper of your Corsa, he's keener to take the forner option, rightly proud of said bumper sticker potential. 'I could have My Other Car's a Race Car on this one, he says lookirg at his CDTi. Ydu may ha e...
Astravai
Dan's made good use of the interior of the broken Astra GSi. much but the Red Dot map is so progressive and drivable which means that sort of power is no problem. The most remarkable thing is the way it just keeps pulling right to the line, there's no massive hit of boost then nothing, it's just smooth power all the way and it sounds great too.' With the resultant power being the icing on the cake, you would assume that Dan is happy to sit back, polish the van and announce it as a job well...
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Regal Autosport
Corsa VXR dampers and Regal lowering springs front and rear, RSS rear strut-brace, RSS DTS bar. Standard front discs and rear drums. 7x17 inch Team Dynamics Pro Race 1.2 alloys, 215 45 17 Toyo TiR tyres. 2007 Corsa D SXi CDTi two-door, Glacier White paint, VXR styling pack consisting of front and rear bumpers and sideskirts, Corsa VXR boot spoiler, carbon-style wrap on bonnet, roof and body mouldings, Heko wind deflectors, window tints, smoked repeaters, VXR rear clusters, Irmscher grille....
Autovaux Genuine Part Search
This is a perfect upgrade for your standard clutch with an M32 gearbox. A direct replacement item, this Sachs product is offered with a choice of organic or sintered metal plate. The higher clamping pressure allows this product to handle more torque compared to the OEM item. Most importantly this clutch upgrade, which will give a slightly firmer pedal feel, retains the driveability of your vehicle. In traffic the car remains composed and, unlike some paddle clutch systems, your left foot won't...
Wavetrac Differential M32 Gearbox
When it comes to limited slip differentials, Wavetrac make the Ultimate prcducts. We were blov n away by the performance of Wavetrac and our customer's are equally impressed. Once installed you will benefit from increased traction and improved handling. PRICE OF DIFF 839 BEARINGS 67 The Wav amp trsc removes all torque steer from the car. Crcvability is massively improved - em on fuli-lKiost my Astra VXR is effortless to control and lot less aggressive. It's a brilliant product IAN PERCIVAL,...
Tx Autosport C20let Tubular Manifold
TX Autosport have quickly built up a reputation for quality tuning products at budget prices and the latest addition to their already extensive range is no different. Designed for the C20LET engine, TX's equal-length tubular manifold is constructed from 316-grade stainless steel with a flange suitable for T3 and T4 turbo applications. Furthermore, adaptors are available to suit GT28 applications at an additional cost. Each manifold comes complete with a gasket set. For further details the...
Hid Xenon Kits
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