Right, i want to crack on with my turbo build so i'm keen to get a low compresion bottom end put together.

aiming at a 'hybrid' solution
1.9 XUD 88 crank
RGX 152mm rods
GTi6 pistons

this would give me 8.1:1 compression, with refaced head and standard 1.2mm gasket. I know this isnt the most ideal

way to do it but in my mind its better than decompression plates. I will ultimately plan to run approx 1 bar with a

0.42/0.48 T3 turbo and 803 green injectors with management

What do you all think? Its common knowledge that 8v turbo/16v hybrid engines and decomp plates do work

so i think this would work

I'd want forged pistons really for a turbo application, cast pistons don't have the strength or heat resistance of their forged counterparts.

________________________________________

R H Davey Welding Supplies. I sell new and used welding equipment in the Hampshire area. I take on welding jobs in the evenings, ally casting repairs are one of my specialities but I can weld pretty much anything. PM me with your requirements.

Some of my services: (See my for sale threads)
Engine mount/chassis repair
Solid Beam Mounts BACK IN PRODUCTION
Harness bars