There are many pitfalls to car modification and customizing your car, and we get to see and hear about many modified cars which turned out to be positively dangerous. This means that you can easily fit an eu2 vvc kseries engine eg. The mgtf was launched in 2002 starting with vin 2d600101. And with it, rover proved it could maintained the ability to produce its own power unit and, with that, maintain their independence and identity. We are accepting orders, however, deliveries may be delayed by several days. Being new to the k series are there any recommended books on tuning this engine that are applicable to its application in a caterham. The real shame of it is, the kseries engine remains an impressive design to this day. The chapters are well planned and contain a wealth of detail, tables, and calculation methods. The k series engine as used in the caterham seven and lotus elise, is a compact and light unit capable of high specific outputs. Ecu books and automotive literature ecu engine tuning forum. Pdf tuning the a series engine download full pdf book. Books by david vizard author of tuning the aseries engine. I have just bought a vvc with anticav tank, wide track suspension, uprated brakes and a 6 speed gearbox. This air consumption is used by the pcm to calculate engine load.
Dva power is a small company setup and run by dave andrews undertaking engine tuning and building, it is sited in milton keynes. Similarly the k vvc zrtf unit sees towards 175bhp from a remap which. So his books are written with a good foundation and lots of experience to back it up. How to design, build, modify, and tune efi and ecu systems. This piper vvc to non vvc conversion kit removes the vvc cams and mechanism from the vvc cylinder head as fitted to the lotus elise 111s and other vvc k series engines. Lotus elise rover kseries engine the sands mechanical museum. David vizards most popular book is tuning the aseries engine. Loads of equations, fairly modern information, and an easy enough read for the mechanics out there who just now how to make there engines run, rather then how to make them better then when they came out of the factory. I am looking to replace my mgf mk1 vvc with an as late as i can get mgf mk2 vvc. Top engine builders share their hardearned knowledge building and tuning winning race engines. Tuning guide to the lotus elise vehicle parts vehicles scribd.
Rover kseries normally aspirated engine tuning hangar 111. For chassis and other information such as running gear and. Learn how to tune efi electronic fuel injected engines the right way. It is a popular engine in motorsport due to its relatively light weight and performance potential. Although i am very happy with it at the moment i was wondering what engine upgrade options are available to me in the future. Here at moss europe we stock thousands of parts at great prices with fast door to door delivery. How to get best performance for road and competition use. When the ecu is defective, the engine stops running normally and starts having issues. David vizard has 51 books on goodreads with 883 ratings. Designing and tuning highperformance fuel injection systems banish, greg on.
Apr 29, 2012 and, just as the bikes themselves have changed, so have the tools with which we tune them. Lotus didnt make any changes to the cars wiring loom between their standard 120bhp s1 and the 143bhp vvc powered 111s. Feb 24, 2017 the main thing that people worry about on the mg rover k series 4 cylinder engine is the head gasket. Engine tuning is the adjustment or modification of the internal combustion engine or engine control unit ecu to yield optimal performance and increase the engine s power output, economy, or durability. Kmaps is a great partnership combining a legendary k series ecu remap specialist. Kkv6 series engines and n series firstly, its probably worth setting the record straight on these engines. Bespoke tuning work with a proven track record to over 280bhp is also available at. The rover kseries engine is a series of engines built by powertrain ltd, a sister company of mg rover.
Changing the timing parameters of the engine and altering the fuelling and boost bring large power gains. Deviation form these parameters may result in a different performance level. This book covers engine modification only this manual covers engine modification only. Mems 2j was used on the vvc engine, to control the variable valve control and the distributorless ignition. We havent forgotten about the vvc engine as featured in the 111s either. Removal of the vvc mechanism allows the full potential of the bigger valves and ports used in the vvc head to be realised. Power and torque figures achieved with performance exhaust, sports catalyst and itg performance induction system. K series vvc engine this engine has had the head gasket replaced last yearalong with new bolts. Plug and play compatible with all s1 and s2 k series engines nonvvc, wire in compatible with honda k20 and duratec. So tuning the engine head involves gas flowing and porting with some work to the inlet valve profiles.
Whether youre rebuilding a blown engine, refreshing a tired one, installing. K series engines and parts no longer available performance engines. Looking at these variants in more detail nonvvc k4 variants. How to tune and modify motorcycle engine management systems addresses all of a modern motorcycle s engine control systems and tells you how to get the most out of today s bikes. Noteworthy are the chapters on cooling, exhaust and the ignition system. Jan 01, 2004 buy how to tune and modify engine management systems motorbooks workshop by jeff hartman isbn. How to get best performance for road and competition use hardcover 15 nov 1993. Knowledge is power and whether you are tuning your car yourself, wanting to start a career as a professional tuner or even if you are just wanting to choose and communicate. The last of the 77,301 mgf cars built had vin 2d535576. Modular engine swaps specialist dave stribling guides you through each crucial step of the engine transplant process with insightful tips and detailed instructions, making this book a vital component to upgrading the performance of your classic mustang. Oct 31, 1999 increase the power output of your aseries. Given that the engine gearbox is out of the car at present are there any basic steps to do now. Most popular engines are catered for but it specialises in the rover k series engine as fitted to the caterham se7en, lotus elise, mgf and rover saloon cars.
The k series problem which dare not speak its name. Notice how this naturally aspirated engine develops approximately 86% engine load at wot. An early form of fuel injection is central port injection. Engine modification and tuning guide oldsmobile gen 2 v8 engines from 1964 through 1987 including the 260403 small block and 400455 big block. Nasp engines do not respond as well to new engine maps and will usually only gain around 10% more power. It is a musthave for tuners and calibrators and a valuable resource for anyone who wants to. Designing and tuning highperformance fuel injection systems. I dont usually push products but i have to on this book. Mg zr tuning the zr is the hot hatch from mg with a good pedigree. Performance in motion, augustseptember 2007 if you are willing to spend the time learning the technology this will be a great book for your library. Both of these engines are available in 454 and 502 cid versions. This book takes enginetuning techniques to the next level. K series engine vvc for sale in uk view 36 bargains.
Engine build blog on converting a rover k series vvc powered lotus elise 111s to a. What are some good books on tuning engines for performance. Adriaan briene wrote an exceptional article about the rover engine and the original pdf is included as well the vvc principle is based on an eccentric rotating disc to drive the inlet valves of every two cylinders. It comes in three displacements, 1400cc, a larger bored 1600cc and a stroked 1800cc. The last special edition of the mgf was the freestyle introduced in autumn 2001. The course is divided up into separate processes for tuning each transmission, which includes torque management, shift times, shift firmness, shift points and feel.
The concept which rover uses was first designed and patented by the uk firm ae ltd associated engineering group in the early 1970s. Great book for those of us who like to really get nitty gritty with their engine tuning. Datalogging of the engine sensor data during a wide open throttle run reveals the actual air consumption. The zr is popular among our members for their car tuning projects, based on the tried and tested rover 200 chassis it forms the basis of a great little hot hatch with lots of tuning options. How to get best performance for road and competition use hardcastle, d. I am about to endeavour to change my mems2j mgf over to use mems3 now i have the engine loom to make a hybrid loom and the required connectors, but before i move over, i really need to get myself a 143vvc map for mems3. Advanced tuning, author and calibration engineer greg banish provides the reader with the insight required to understand and tune modern efi systems. The lotus elise is a twoseat, rearwheel drive, midengined roadster conceived in early 1994. Browse our range of motor racing books demon tweeks uks leading motorsports retailer.
We have a number of tuning options that fit perfectly with this engine, giving an. Fast delivery worldwide payment options including paypal. Ebike speedclip ebike chip tuning for bosch medium engines 50 kmh pedelec. How to tune and modify engine management systems motorbooks. The process begins with a relatively empty space inside the cylinder of the engine and an open intake valve. Build a powerful and reliable engine the first time without wasting money on incompatible components or modifications that dont work. Hi all, ive gotten a bit too used to my k series performance now and im looking for the next steps to take. Mg mgf used new mg mgf mitula cars vvc engine, black half leather, excellent tyres, recent service. Realise most have been posted before though scattered, yet most links are dead. The engines use the superb raceline lowline fully baffled sump do not confuse this.
Modern engine tuning achieves this end, and presents engine tuning as an art as well as a science. It is a must have for tuners and calibrators and a valuable resource for anyone who wants to make. Mg mgf technical slow vvc cant help feeling that my f is slower than it should be. And while engine tuning has always been considered an art by many, all engines truly need to reach their true performance potential is a balanced combination of air, fuel, and timing. Tuning engines can be a mysterious art, all engines need a precise balance of fuel, air, and timing in order to reach their true performance potential. Greg banish is a mechanical engineer that works as an oem calibrator. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Ecu book, ecu repair, ecu repair manual, ecu mapping, ecu tuning training, winols training, ecu block diagrams, edc17 repair manual, ecu repair training, ecu immo off services, airbag clear services, egr remove services, dpf remove services, dtc remo. This factfilled guide covers all aspects of engine tuning in detail, including filters, carburation, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, exhaust systems, camshafts, valve trains, blocks, cranks, con rods and pistons, plus lubrication systems and oils, ignition systems, and nitrous oxide injection.
As tools for tuning modern engines have become more powerful and sophisticated in recent years, the need for indepth knowledge of engine management. For the purposes of this engine tuning discussion, we shall restrict our attention to the 1. A have a loud ticking noise coming from my engine, what could it be. Vvc variable valve control is an automobile variable valve timing technology developed by rover and applied to some high performance variants of the companys k series 1800cc engine. This book explains how the efi system determines engine operation and how the calibrator can change the controlling parameters to optimize actual engine performance. The series 2 was also available as a 111s model, with the vvc engine rover technology producing 160. His writing style is very easy to read and the book is filled with pictures too. On turbo engines in particular you can see power gains of around 3040% without compromising reliability. Modern engine tuning graham bell 54mb supercharging. Essentially the trophy without the engine tuning upgrades, this model was therefore available in 1. Book also includes engine swaps for hot rods, trucks, and other ford muscle cars. The omexpower range of ford duratec vvc mzr engines covers power outputs of 195 to 215 bhp. But simple does not mean easy, and thats where engine management.
However, its execution in mechanical terms is pure rover and was designed and patented in the early 1990s as a means of expanding the range of cars capable of using the k series engine. Does anyone have any experience of the minister 170bhp upgrade for instance. Vvc engine for sale in uk 59 secondhand vvc engines. The engine came with an vvc aluminium plenum and 52 mm throttle body which is how we got 140 bhp out of it, the rest was standard kseries xpower 1. The engines are available as an inline to suit front engine rear wheel drive version.
The engine was a straightfour cylinder built in two forms, sohc and dohc, ranging from 1. They have a reputation for head gasket failures, perhaps one that has been hyped out of all proportion by the exposure on bbcs watchdog, and as a result, all rovers suffer hgf according to. I always thought id go for a vvc engine swap at this point, but the chaps at sportomotive rubbished the vvc and recommended i. Gain fundamental knowledge and then a practical step by step process for getting any tuning job done. Jegs performance has the best selection of high performance auto parts with same day shipping. Online shopping for chip tuning from a great selection at automotive store. We expose the common pitfalls and feature the latest cars, car styling trends and news about tuning cars engine tuning tips and the automotive industry. I went to look at one today and im not sure if it is a vvc or not. Looking at these variants in more detail non vvc k4 variants. Rover 100 tuning project by talon sportscars torquecars.
Advanced tuning takes engine tuning techniques to the next level. It could be air in the hydraulic tappets after the engine has stood for a long period, a nice long drive should cure it. Torquecars take a look at the amazing rover 100 conversion with a vvc engine carried out by talon sportscars. The rover kseries engine is a series of engines built by powertrain ltd, a sister company of. Jan 22, 2011 emeralds projects rover kseries vvc engine project. K series ep tuning programmable ecu for sale on eliseparts. The new transmission tuning course is a combination of knowledge for tuning gm 4, 6 and 8 speed automatic transmissions. Provides advice on mgbmgb gt suspension, brakes and dyno tuning. We have had the vvc control on the emerald m3dk ecu for several months now but to date only on the turbo technics supercharger conversions. Burgess covers the bmcbritish leyland bseries engine except the early 3bearing crankshaft unit as fitted to the mgb and mgb gt. Before this book even begins, i wish to make it perfectly clear that this is not an engine design or combustion theory text. Rover kseries engine news newspapers books scholar jstor september 2007 learn how. Looking for mgf performance parts for your classic car.
This is the where you can find the latest and useful information for working on your chrysler engine. Its just a pity that this light and efficient engine wasnt allowed to escape from the shadow of. Books about ecu tunig, calibrating and other automotive literature. These are excellent resources on the basics of ecu operation and general engine tuning operation. May 30, 2018 designing and tuning highperformance fuel injection system by greg banish and performance fuel injection systems hp1557. We offer a range of tuning options delivering useable power between 5 and 210 bhp, and specially built race engines capable of more. The goal here is for the educated enthusiast, skilled technician, and automotive engineer alike to all be able to come away with something.
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