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Author Topic: 1991 Capri non-turbo want to put in turbo motor  (Read 3402 times)

billibarou

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1991 Capri non-turbo want to put in turbo motor
« on: September 22, 2011, 04:46:00 PM »
Hi,

I am new to this forum so please forgive my ignorance.  I recently purchased a 1991 Capri non-turbo and I am thinking of purchasing a turbo motor to build out of the car and swap.  The big question I have is do I need to swap the transmission as well or will the turbo motor bolt right up?  I have the transmission with the hydraulic clutch and I prefer that over a clutch cable.  I am pretty sure I have to swap the motor and the ECU...but I don't know if the transmissions are the same.  I also have a great deal of play in the linkage to the transmission and I was wondering if that is normal?  I just sold a 1994 mazda protege and the linkage on it seemed much better, not as much slop.
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Rocketman

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1991 Capri non-turbo want to put in turbo motor
« Reply #1 on: September 22, 2011, 06:15:00 PM »
First off, welcome to TeamCapri!

The linkage is likely due to worn shifter & linkage bushings. This is a common but easily fixed issue

Regarding the turbo "swap": You *could* put a turbo motor in with your existing trans, yes it'll bolt up, but the stock N/A trans isn't built for the torque(the XR2 has a stronger transmission and axles designed to minimize torque steer). Especially if you plan on pushing more boost.
The bare minimum you'd need:
Turbo, turbo manifold, injectors, VAF, engine harness, distributor, knock box, and some sort of intercooler either OEM or aftermarket. And probably a good aftermarket clutch


There's a search function on this forum, the turbo conversion has been discussed plenty. I have performed it before, it's involved but do-able. But you basically need an entire XR2 as a donor to "do it right" so the whole "Is it worth it, or should I just buy an XR2?" issue comes into play.

Happy to answer any questions regarding it
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rcdraco

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1991 Capri non-turbo want to put in turbo motor
« Reply #2 on: September 23, 2011, 05:58:00 AM »
To be honest, the cable clutch in the capri feels VERY similar to hydraulic clutched cars I've driven, it's pretty dang close to the 5 speed the 2.0L escort's get.  Cable does not mean it requires any extra effort, it actually seems to require less effort to me.
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