No time is wasted getting the engine ready for extraction.

Out she comes.

Now the work of stripping the engine down will start.

Engine on the stand ready for stripping.

Twin cams, 16 valves and variable valve timing.

Pistons at 9,000 miles.

10.0:1 compression piston on a 2002 model.

Oil pick-up and Main Bearing Support Plate a new addition to the 1800 engine. It's function is to keep the main caps aligned and prevent failure from crank flex at high rpm.

2002 crank.

Factory balanced crank.

If you're re-using the stock rods, notice the mark on each half for correct orientation.

Stock 2002 rods and pistons.

Crank ready for transportation along with the block, new pistons and rods, flywheel, clutch plate and front pulley.

MoTeC M4 Pro and additional wiring.

The additional wires are run through the firewall with trunking to protect them and give an OEM look.

The left side houses the wires for the injectors, MAP and temperature sensors. On the right, o2 and knock sensors, boost control and cam angle sensor.

The MoTeC sits besides the OEM ECU. The wires just need tidying and then the cover goes back on.

Dismantling the OEM shocks and springs.

This is what M2 shock tops include, more travel.

New KYB AGXs and FM lowering springs.

Fronts installed.

OEM rear shocks.

New rear shocks/springs installed.

FM front and rear anti roll bars, complete with bushings.

The stock ARB is puny compared to the uprated version! Notice the different holes for adjustment.

FMs front mounted bar and plate intercooler.

Carrillo A-Beam rods provide the strength needed for 250+bhp...

...and Wiseco 9.0:1 compression pistons provide protection for a high boosted engine.

RC Engineering 550cc/min injectors are wired neatly into the factory case. The injector wires will run directly back to the MoTeC using a custom loom.

The Vishnu fuel rail ensures even fuel distribution to each injector through a dual feed.
 

Fast spooling GT28 ball bearing turbo.

We have power! 262bhp @ 7238rpm and 241 lb/ft torque at 4027rpm..