TARAKA upgrade?

[Big Al.]

Has anybody had this done on a Chim?

If good post here, if not via my email,

TIA

[Size Nine Elm]

Big Al. said:

Has anybody had this done on a Chim? If good post here, if not via my email, TIA

Taraka Upgrade? Is that the Otter switch?

[bugsy]

[sparkythecat]

Size Nine Elm said:

Big Al. said: Has anybody had this done on a Chim? If good post here, if not via my email, TIA Taraka Upgrade? Is that the Otter switch?

No, it's an aftermarket curry hook.

[k77-widow maker]

Hi Al,
there was a Chim at the griff growl, which was either the first or second casr to recieve the upgrade. The owners were there too and seemed to be very pleased with it.

[.Mark]

I understand it's based on a 5.0 mate?

wouldn't mind being proved wrong though

[Big Al.]

.Mark said:

I understand it's based on a 5.0 mate? wouldn't mind being proved wrong though

I Know.

[disco bob]

Big al have you had a look at tvr powers web site.

[nztrev]

Al, I thought you loved Chim's just the way they are?
Why not go for the 450HP Chevaka upgrade

[.Mark]

Big Al. said:

.Mark said: I understand it's based on a 5.0 mate? wouldn't mind being proved wrong though I Know.

What now! Is there no keeping you down my friend!?

[Big Al.]

.Mark said:

What now! Is there no keeping you down my friend!?

Well they say a change is as good as a rest!

I think I've come to the conclusion that

1) Big Cobra not really water tight, full race harness
As you know miggy is pretty well endowed! "Twin Peaks" springs to mind!
2) Tuscan MK1 S6 engine. Nuff said.
3) Tuscan MK2 too new for me it needs to get some miles under it's belt.

So I think it's gonna be a 5ltr Chim with an eventual upgrade to the Taraka engine spec if I feel comfortable with it.

So if you know anybody that want's an imaculate LOUD 4.0 ltr Chim in Crimson Starmist. see classifieds.

[cantus]

Yes !! Very good !! We did a taraka upgrade on a 5 litre Griff! The car is now better than ever !
Nice people over there at TVR power. When you go there, say hello to Jamy !!

[nawarne]

Al,
Had a seat in the Taraka Chim whilst at TVR Power with the Northants Region visit last November.
Yes, it is based on the 5.0l engine.
Totally awesome, the pull even in 5th was stonking! Dom and his boys really know their engines, and v. nice people to talk to.
Nick (Hants)

[rev-erend]

Al - why not call TVR Power and discuss it .. I'm sure they have a Takara demonstrator

[cosmoschick]

Big Al. said:

.Mark said: What now! Is there no keeping you down my friend!? Well they say a change is as good as a rest!

Yeah but when I say I want a change, I get told off!

Actually I don't really want to change, it's just that I need a sports/performance car where I can squeeze two littluns in the back seat!

[Big Al.]

cosmoschick said:

it's just that I need a sports/performance car where I can squeeze two littluns in the back seat!

Cerbera? OH

[cosmoschick]

The Cerbera, although sleek and elegant, isn't for me.

Btw - did you reply to my second e-mail? I can't access my personal account from work

[DustyC]

.Mark said:

I understand it's based on a 5.0 mate? wouldn't mind being proved wrong though

500 Serpentine to be more specific.

Had a chat with TVR Power at PistonFest and a look over the car. Definitly looks like a good idea. They rebuild the engine too so if mine ever goes pop I'll be straight up there.

[jellison]

Paddy on here has had it done - good for 30 - 40bhp I think from Power(TVR). He was well happy with it but as said it is based on the 500 lump in th first place. If you want real power 340 (LS1) or 405+ (LS6 or 2) then as trev said the LS route make more sense. You could sell your engine to offset a big chunk of the cost - if interested let me know.

How much power is just right, varies from one person to another!

>> Edited by jellison on Thursday 6th January 11:53

>> Edited by jellison on Thursday 6th January 11:54

[DustyC]

Do what jellison says.
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