Turbo question - no plans yet

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Turbo question - no plans yet

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I'm just wondering if a turbo charger can be added to a FI 2L '81 Fiat engine? Are there major modifications that have to be made or is it a "bolt on" type situation? Just wondering out loud.

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Re: Turbo question - no plans yet

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fiat offered a turbo in 1981 the adaptation was performed by legend industries, this was a period turbo adaptation. by modern standards that setup is very outdated. the 2.0 will accept a turbo pretty easy. the low compression from the factory helps too. the stock parts will take 12lbs of boost all day. use an oil cooler and an intercooler.
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Thanks Beek, but I'm afraid I don't even know what half of that stuff means. Sounds like it's plausible though.
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