R300 (Kseries) Roller Barrel Throttle Bodies

[DaveDalgarn]

I'm looking at an Superlight R300 (k series), did they come with the roller barrel throttle bodies as standard or would they have been fitted later? Do add a significant amount of power as I've seen 10-15bhp being quoted?

Also did they mainly come with 15" wheels or was that an option?

Thanks
Dave

[sfaulds]

Early ones had roller barrels, then they went to EU3 and VVC. The VVC is almost certainly 'better', but the roller barrel cars were great fun.

[DaveDalgarn]

It's a 2004 car

[PiersR]

I have a 2004 R300 K and it has throttle bodies and is rated at 160 bhp. This was factory standard. The VVC was rated at 165 bhp and does not have t/b's as standard.

The R300K came with 15 inch wheels as standard, but 13 inch was an option.

Piers

[PiersR]

Sorry, should have added that you should check the chassis number to confirm it is a real R300 K . I cannot remember the coding,in the chassis number, but it will confirm it is an original R300

Piers

[D7PNY]

I'm no expert but I think the vvc head is better but the noise of the roller barrel throttle bodies is epic!

Throttle bodies provide a platform for further engine modifications to.

Dave

[PiersR]

The chassis number should have R3 Within the complete number. There is a good guide in the 7 Club web site under frequently asked questions - chassis numbers.

Piers

[Fatbloke]

could be tricky set up issues with the rollers
mine was a real dog to start and on tick over

but it was a factory built car :-)