Opel Manta Project Update #23 | Engine Rebuild | X20xev Turbo | Ecotec | Enigne Swap

X20xev turbo project is taking huge steps forward. Hopefully Manta will burn some rubber soon.
We are excited!

[@Choober65]

I was about to post "Now ring 5ge block", and you did.

[@D.Mulder]

First time i see the copper wire around the cylinders being used.

[@hustlefield]

We have used this method succesfully for years. 👍

[@Choober65]

It's not copper, it's welding wire (steel) even better is stainless or tungsten.

[@natalinowerty]

never saw it too, what is used for?

[@hustlefield]

It keeps head gasket in place under pressure.

[@hustlefield]

Correct.

[@cliffe_vip]

Hello, have you changed the compression ratio? Which ECU will you use? Are the connecting rods and pistons still stock?

[@hustlefield]

Hi, compression ratio is 10,5:1. Ecu is Ecumaster, connecting rods are Maxpeedingrods H beam and pistons are forged JE Pistons.

[@plocoloreal9448]

I got the same Engine and i dont rly know what parts to use, do you have like a list of what parts you upgradet etc?

[@hustlefield]

Basically forged pistons, H-beam rods and new bearings and seals. Just basic stuff. :) We also updated the original ecu to ecumaster emu classic.

[@plocoloreal9448]

@@hustlefield Ah ok thank you