1.2i mods

[db_1.2]

hi, i got a 1.2i i was just wondering if anyone know about air filters for the dam thing, i think i seen a picture of a 1.2i with a vectra or newish astra snorkle that bolts straight on tho the injection system jsut i blagged this bolt on k&n off my mate but doesnt fit, he dont want it anyway. if anyone has tips for my 1.2i id appreciate it, im getting head flowed and skimmed next week but i just dont want the big black splat of an air filter anymore its hidious! thanks

[dannyb]

Is it a k plate catalyser model? If it is, rip the thing off.

[db_1.2]

yeh dam cat :( i was tempted to take it off but thing is i was told that the engine with a cat works with back pressure, that and it wont pass the MOT any other ideas? would a cam kit still fit the head?

[Adam]

Dont bother with the head porting etc.
No point on a 1200i head, unless you get it done for free.

1.2i tuning guide
http://www.novaload.net/forum/showthread.php?t=46466

[db_1.2]

thanks for the help guys i think ill just get a gte lump in there, seen one going for about 600 with box, loom and labour on another nova site ill still try some of these mods i.e. air filter but can you get bigger injectors for single point?

[Adam]

Ye, you can fit an injector off a 1.4,1.6, 1.8 spi.
But it wont do anything apart from flood the engine.

Stick with the 1200 injector for the time being.

A nova GTE engine could be fitted for just the cost of the engine, if you and a few mates do it. About ?80 should get you the engine.
Even a garage should only probably charge ?100-?200 to fit it.

[mikey14sr]

The 1.2i will take an injector from a 1.4i, but the fuel pressure needs adjusting iirc, not really worth bothering with if you can get a bigger engine in so easily