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**Jack** · 31-10-2006 14:25

Dunno really, small block 1.7 vs big block 2.0? I don't know, what's the weight difference like?

**rob_lee_1** · 31-10-2006 14:27

My old nova C20XE ran 14.661 and my standard C16XE nova ran 15.2

So id say the C16xe would be better

Tune it up and beat then xe chaps

**spanishfly** · 31-10-2006 14:30

Still got ages to decide really!

Anyway i'm off to do a second coat on them GTE wheels. Matt black was the choice... looks glossy atm though... oh wet paint lol

**lee303** · 31-10-2006 15:25

Originally Posted by spanishfly

1700 jack. I don't think its worth it though?

Rob depends what roll I would have with you lot.

no point, just make a small block 1800, think i'll end up there at some point

**spanishfly** · 31-10-2006 15:59

Originally Posted by lee303

no point, just make a small block 1800, think i'll end up there at some point

how much are they going for... new option in the making!

**Lee H** · 31-10-2006 16:14

Originally Posted by rob_lee_1

My old nova C20XE ran 14.661 and my standard C16XE nova ran 15.2

So id say the C16xe would be better

Tune it up and beat then xe chaps

And a LET runs in the mid 13's at least so i'd go with that option and beat both the big block and small block XE's.

**rob_lee_1** · 31-10-2006 16:17

touche!

lmao

C16XE will beat it on track tho

**spanishfly** · 31-10-2006 16:20

Originally Posted by Lee H

And a LET runs in the mid 13's at least so i'd go with that option and beat both the big block and small block XE's.

Great so it is silly quick in a straight line... I want cornering speed too!!
I had my LET in an Astra GSI so I know they are quick.

**Lee H** · 31-10-2006 16:20

Originally Posted by rob_lee_1

touche!

lmao

C16XE will beat it on track tho

Not necessarily, standard C16XE wouldn't anyway, so think the first thing is to decide what is the biggest priority, track days or drag racing.

**Lee H** · 31-10-2006 16:21

Originally Posted by spanishfly

Great so it is silly quick in a straight line... I want cornering speed too!!
I had my LET in an Astra GSI so I know they are quick.

Mark Beesons LET Nova seems to go round track and the Ring very well as did Jonlem's big block XE Nova so they can corner if setup right.

**rob_lee_1** · 31-10-2006 16:27

Alright mate... chill out. ****ing hell!

**Lee H** · 31-10-2006 16:28

Originally Posted by rob_lee_1

Alright mate... chill out. ****ing hell!

Just offering advice and some examples.

**J1M** · 31-10-2006 16:29

Originally Posted by Lee H

And a LET runs in the mid 13's at least so i'd go with that option and beat both the big block and small block XE's.

DHdev (don;t know if he comes on here) has managed to get into the 13's with his 1.6 too

**spanishfly** · 31-10-2006 16:30

Here is an update WITH a few pics.

I stripped inside, got to remove the only bit of black tar stuff!

Hmmm my havn't you grown!! Its well high now

GTE wheels in MATT black.

**Lee H** · 31-10-2006 16:31

Originally Posted by J1M

DHdev (don;t know if he comes on here) has managed to get into the 13's with his 1.6 too

Yes he does use this forum.

**spanishfly** · 31-10-2006 16:31

Originally Posted by Lee H

Mark Beesons LET Nova seems to go round track and the Ring very well as did Jonlem's big block XE Nova so they can corner if setup right.

That is true bud. I'm just a bit unsure the turbo side. I know you can make an XE ok round the track.

**Lee H** · 31-10-2006 16:33

Does it not feel dangerous on those tyres and suspension? I drove my XE Nova GSi on standard suspension for a week and it was lethal.

**spanishfly** · 31-10-2006 16:36

lmao The problem atm is the 145/80R13 tyres. It feel sketchy lol wheelspintastic!!!

Suspension is fun though, front lifts up like a mofo on pull away, is quite funny. Reminds me of taking off in a plane!

**rob_lee_1** · 31-10-2006 16:38

I only recently sold my Koni kit for peanuts!

Never mind... looks sleeper tastic tho!

**LongLiveTheNova** · 31-10-2006 16:39

Originally Posted by CraigGreen

Its probably dying on the last 1/4 tank because you havent goty the MPi tank.

Why

The SPi tank has a swirl pot and is a better setup than the external pump jobbie imo, as the pump doesn't get covered in crap and rust.

SPi tank and MPi pump will run any mpi engine.

Nice work SpanishFly, liking the GTe wheels.
If you remove the c16se and break it, let me know, i need some c16se bits

lmao

**spanishfly** · 31-10-2006 17:02

what ya need? I have a shed full of most bits for alot of VXs lol! I really got to see whats in there! I prob have SR suspension still in there

The tank on my nova is a silly 1.0 spec one, its prob is the problem as if I go round a corner with half a tank it goes down to almost reserve on the gauge lmao Oh well at £15 to fill half a tank it doesnt matter atm!

**rob_lee_1** · 31-10-2006 17:03

Internal fuel tank

You know it makes sense

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**spanishfly** · 31-10-2006 17:05

Oh I also removed the rear wiper motor

**rob_lee_1** · 31-10-2006 17:13

Have you joined the rubber grommet gang? lmao

AL · 31-10-2006 17:20

Originally Posted by rob_lee_1

Do a C16xe and be part of our gay little gang lmao

Me
PhilGTE
Lee303
DHDev
Craig Green
Al + Jamie (Soon!)

Looking good rob! Haven't read all of thread: but it's possible to get Avo's on without turreting the rear, just give it a good smack with a lump hammer. Saves work!

Look forward to seeing it done

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