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auzzy2000
10-04-09, 10:27 PM
new to all this!!what is the difference between the ecotec 16v and the redtop 16v please?THANKYOU
16v Nova Kev
10-04-09, 10:35 PM
about 16 horses lol
philip
11-04-09, 07:25 AM
alot more parts to tune the redtop than the eco-****e.
novaguy08
11-04-09, 08:07 AM
eco-tech lumps are more restricted in the fact that they are builty to a higher emmision regulation, they are less powerfull due to the fact they have a more restricted CAT. there is more wiring due to haveing a few more sensors. just read something interesting about the redtop..... was put into a lada?!?!?! still back to engines, imo stick to the redtop if you can get one, only go with an eco-tech if you cannot find the ol school one.
mikey14sr
11-04-09, 09:02 AM
We had a huge arguement about these two engines just a few weeks ago, scroll through a few pages or use the search.

But as far as the ecotech (or X20XEV) goes, swap the inlet for throttle-bodies, the cams for something with a bit of life to them, the exhaust manifold for a 4-2-1, and make sure the oil pump is in good condition and you'll have it upto around 180bhp with the standard management.

Of course with a C20XE (dizzy version) you can just bolt a set of 40's or 45's on and not be far off that output, and save about £2000-£2500 doing so.