Tuning Honda DC2 1800cc for race / circuit
Discussion
Anyone got any experience of tuning these engines for circuit use, how much power can be reliably achieved from these engines, and who are the "names in the biz" in the UK for building and mapping these engines?
Would ideally be looking for a solid 250bhp if possible.
How light could I realistically expect to build a full circuit spec car for.
Finally, what were these years of manufacture of the 1800cc Type-R cars?
Would ideally be looking for a solid 250bhp if possible.
How light could I realistically expect to build a full circuit spec car for.
Finally, what were these years of manufacture of the 1800cc Type-R cars?
havoc said:
TBH though, if you're serious about competition then a DC2 is probably overkill as a base-car:-
- It's got stiffening which is redundant as soon as you fit a cage
- It's got a phenomenal engine which is redundant as soon as you change cams and crank.
- It's got bespoke springs/dampers which are going to be replaced.
- It's got great recaros which will be replaced.
...in short, you're taking a superb road-car and changing almost everything that makes it so good on the road. There'll be plenty of equally-good starting points which are shorter, lighter, AND cheaper to buy!
You make a good argument Havoc. Hadn't thought of it like that.- It's got stiffening which is redundant as soon as you fit a cage
- It's got a phenomenal engine which is redundant as soon as you change cams and crank.
- It's got bespoke springs/dampers which are going to be replaced.
- It's got great recaros which will be replaced.
...in short, you're taking a superb road-car and changing almost everything that makes it so good on the road. There'll be plenty of equally-good starting points which are shorter, lighter, AND cheaper to buy!
The simplified regs mean I want up to 1800cc, and plenty of tuning potential (circa 220+bhp). The smaller and lighter the car the better .... reliability would also benifit the pocket, which was why I suggested the DC2. A 200bhp 106 / C2 is also in consideration.
Roastie ITR said:
If you are still considering the DC2 ITR, this could be perfect for you.
http://itr-dc2.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=33842
If your not a member, it's a race prepared shell that just requires engine & gearbox for £2500.
I would love to do something like this myself one day, think I need a job that pay's quite a bit more 1st.
My job barely meets the budget, but sacrificing a good road car, beer in the week, holidays and house upgrades is going to just about stretch there .... Mortgage will take a hit though http://itr-dc2.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=33842
If your not a member, it's a race prepared shell that just requires engine & gearbox for £2500.
I would love to do something like this myself one day, think I need a job that pay's quite a bit more 1st.
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