stevie1982

iTrader: (16)

guys

just a quick question regarding the standard clutch and gearbox n a 99 uk turbo, basicly dont wnat to stretch it too far and pushing its limits and i understand that different boxes may variey but

what is a safe power bhp and tourque for a 1999 uk turbo gearbox and clutch

any pointers would be great

steve

Brun

Torque is the killer. 300Ib/ft is the generally accepted safe limit but many have gone further and their gearboxes have lived to tell the tale. Some have gone way further
A big factor is how the car is driven. If Santa Pod is your thing then forget the OE box/clutch

Brun

...btw, i ran my MY99 with 313/300 on the std box + Scoobyclinic fast road clutch from 83k to 111k with no issues

stevie1982

iTrader: (16)

if the clutch was uprated would this help to take the strain off the box?

stevie1982

iTrader: (16)

as for torque would the 320 to 340 mark be ok and what bhp can they take or does that not make a difference?

sorry for the questions but not had a uk car b4