(G) is it possible to convert a base version to a turbo one?

Hi all,

my name is victor, living in africa,
i'm a mechanical engineer,
i have a base uno version 999cc;

and i was wondering if it's possible to convert a base version into a turbo one.

taking into consideration that the turbo engine is available, the main wiring and other stuff..


Can anyone suggest? thanks

The three door Uno shells are the same from the base models right up to the turbo. However, to convert a base model to turbo spec you need EVERYTHING from the turbo. This includes the engine/ loom/ ECU, gearbox, suspension, brakes (whole system), rear beam axle (rear disc brakes), instrument pod etc. etc. etc.

If you have access to a complete Uno Turbo you can swap all the parts over into your shell.

Welcome to the forum by the way!

Thank you for your prompt reply '1986Uno45S'

i'll check if all the parts are already available,
but if it's a five door Uno base version 1994 , 999cc,
i think it won't work to convert, would it?
is there any differences in dimensions or in aerodynamics?

thank you again,
i am really glad to join this forum

you should be ok, just the bodykit wont fit,

The standard kit WILL fit! That includes bumpers, arch extensions and skirts but not the rubbing strips (you can use the 5 door versions instead).

A 5 door Uno has the same shell as a 3 door except with two extra doors. Everything mechanical from the turbo and also the interior will fit except for the door panels and headlining.

A 5 door UT would be a cool and unusual car

Why not just use the hole car?

it depends on your reason for wanting to do this, if you have 2 cars, one with a good shell, but only the 1000cc, and a turbo with a damaged/rotten shell i`d strip both down to componants, and swap the best parts (ehgine, brakes, gearbox etc, and build up a good car from the pair... but MAKE SURE if you increase the power, you increase the handling and braking! (or you will have lots of spare parts....)

if you have a uno thats running fine, its going to be a lot easier (and more worthwhile) just to look for a good uno turbo.

everything that needs to be said has been said.

check my UT rebuild thred in "Fiat chat" section to see whats involved

Dunc

Yes victor!
What part of Africa are you in?

Im taking my engine out of my crashed turbo tomorrow (Sunday 16th)!
Ill be taking plenty of pictures for my uncoming "Conversion guide"! hehe