Cat Cams launches fast road profiles for Peugeot 206 GTi

· New ‘Sport’ profiles designed for everyday fast road use
· Mild increase in lift and duration, retains factory idle quality
· CNC ground from top quality chilled castings
· Directly compatible with original Peugeot hydraulic followers
· Dyno proven to add up to 23 bhp and 24 lb.ft when used with custom ECU remap or piggy back ECU unit
· Available now from Cat Cams UK priced at £475.87 including VAT @ 17.5%

It may not have caught the public’s imagination in the same way as the revered 205 GTi, but Peugeot’s 206 GTi seems to attract a loyal following, mainly because of their affordable pricing, availability and potential for modifications.

But with just 137 bhp on tap from its 1997cc EW10J4 engine, few would deny that the 1125 kilo 206 needs added urge to help it live up to the expectations of a GTi badge.

That said, the biggest problem with upgrading the 206 GTi at present is that there’s a huge gap in the engine tuning market between an affordable remap and an expensive, noisy and uneconomical independent throttle body conversion – something that Cat Cams is seeking to try and fill, with its ‘Sport’ fast road cam profiles for the EW10J4 motor.

Designed as a profile for everyday driving in all conditions, the Cat Cams ‘Sport’ cams – part number 4901613 - are produced with modest increases in valve lift and duration, in order to strike the right balance between driveability and performance. Cat Cams has also placed a great emphasis on ensuring that the standard road friendly idle characteristics are maintained.

Technical details on the Cat Cams Peugeot 206 GTi Sport profiles are as follows, shown in comparison to the original factory cams:-

Part no Duration Duration Max Valve Lift Description
@ 0.1 mm+cl @ 1.0 mm+cl
4901613 248 / 240 219 / 211 9.50 / 9.15 mm Sport – Fast Road

OEM 245 / 240 207 / 202 8.70 / 8.20 mm Standard 206 GTi

A straight swap for the original equipment 206 GTi camshafts, the Cat Cams 4901613 profiles are CNC ground from fresh castings and are directly compatible with the standard Peugeot hydraulic followers.

Dyno testing has proven that in conjunction with an ECU remap (or piggyback ECU) to optimise the air / fuel ratio, the Cat Cams 4901613 profiles deliver a peak power increase of up to 23 bhp at just 5500 rpm.

Combined with the retention of the 206 GTi’s much praised low speed torque, the Cat Cams profiles greatly extend the cars usable power band, making the Peugeot not only noticeably quicker, but considerably more user friendly as well. Peak torque increases by up to 24 lb.ft up to 165 lb.ft, with over 150lb. ft available from 3750 to 5500 rpm, making the cams ideal for relaxed, rapid, fast road use.

And this extra performance is designed to be accessible to all Peugeot 206 GTi fans, so the Cat Cams 4901613 profiles are priced at just £475.87 including VAT @ 17.5%. For further information and sales advice please contact Cat Cams UK or your nearest Cat Cams dealer.

NOTE: These profiles also suit the 2.0-litre EW10J4 powered Citroën Xsara and C4, plus the Peugeot 206 CC, 206 GT and the 307 Sport.

An alternative pair of ‘Sport’ profiles, designed for the track day market and carrying part number 4901614 is also under development. They will be launched into the UK market in the next 2-3 months, featuring extra lift and duration on the inlet cam for increased top end power.

Contacts:
Cat Cams UK T: 0845 51 95 720 www.catcams.co.uk

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Legendary Tuner BBR releases performance
conversion portfolio for Ford Focus RS Mk2

Brackley, Northants, 9th August 2010
BBR is proud to announce a new range of performance conversions for the mighty 300 bhp Ford Focus RS MK2. BBR’s upgrades reflect its 20 years experience with Ford tuning and are available in four very distinct power levels, with an accompanying suspension upgrade package to optimise the car’s dynamic abilities.
After 18 months of meticulous testing and development, BBR is confident no other Ford tuning company worldwide has a more complete track, road and dyno tested range of conversions for the Focus RS MK2.

Phase One BBR StarChip Software upgrade
The entry level upgrade transforms the performance and driveability of the Focus RS via an ECU remap. Use of BBR’s StarChip software affords an extremely linear throttle pedal / turbo boost map, resulting in a considerably smoother driving experience than offered by the factory ECU settings. With a huge improvement in throttle response, the mid range torque and peak horsepower are substantially enhanced, with no visibly obvious mechanical changes.

Phase One Conversion includes:
Custom Mapped BBR Star Chip - With careful calibration of the standard Focus RS MK2 ECU, fuel, ignition, torque, airflow and boost requirements are carefully re-mapped for all conditions, making this conversion a worthy level one addition to our range. BBR is confident that this ECU remap represents the finest blend of drivable performance for track and road.

Silicone induction hose - During testing under full load BBR has found the original air intake hose distorting, causing an airflow restriction. Replacement of this hose is essential to release the full performance of the Phase One conversion.

BBR Focus RS Phase One Power 342 bhp @ 6150RPM
BBR Focus RS Phase One Torque 369 ft/lbs @ 3350RPM
Priced at £595.00, customers should allow 2 hours for installation. A DIY kit is also available.

Phase Two BBR RS355
BBR’s Phase Two upgrade replaces the RS MK2's standard inefficient intercooler with BBR’s own high flow unit. All inlet air box hoses to and from the air-box and to the RS’s turbocharger unit are replaced with high flow, silicon versions, removing inlet air flow restrictions in the process.

In conjunction with the replacement inlet hose kit, BBR installs a custom mapped BBR Star Chip to extract the maximum safe power from the original RS MK2's fuel system, without any gains in inlet temperature, or the very important 'air fuel ratio' going weak. The stock paper element air filter is also replaced with a high flow performance unit.

In addition to the Phase One upgrade, the Phase Two Conversion includes:
BBR spec High flow intercooler - Finished in gloss black, the BBR intercooler sits discretely behind the Focus RS MK2's aggressive front grill, utilizing the full width of the aperture. This highly efficient inlet core allows BBR to manage inlet air temperatures easily, helping to optimise performance at higher boost levels.

High Flow inlet hose set – A complete set of high flow replacement hoses are included, removing manufacturer’s inherent flow restrictions and allowing greater flow from the turbocharger.

High flow filter – BBR specifies a drop in performance air filter which improves throttle response and comes with a million mile warranty.

BBR Focus RS Phase Two Power 355 bhp @ 6580RPM
BBR Focus RS Phase Two Torque 378 ft/lbs @ 3000-4600RPM

Priced at £1245.00, with a fitting charge of £195.00, customers should allow four to five hours for installation. A DIY kit is also available.

Phase Three BBR RS380
The BBR Phase Three conversion extracts the maximum safe power from the original Focus RS MK2's turbo unit. In addition to components used in the BBR phase two upgrade, the complete exhaust system is replaced with a BBR 3" stainless steel exhaust that includes a sports catalyst (retaining emissions legality.)
As part of the Phase Three conversion BBR also modifies the Focus RS MK2's fuel system to cope with the higher demands required at this boost/power level, using larger fuel injectors. BBR’s Star Chip ECU software is then carefully calibrated in parallel with the larger fuel injectors to ensure no loss in drivability or fuel consumption penalty.

In addition to the Phase Two upgrade, the Phase Three Conversion includes:

A BBR spec Turbo back high flow exhaust with sports cat – a complete system including sports catalyst, highest quality aircraft grade stainless steel finished with Twin 4" tail pipes that sit perfectly within the Focus RS MK2's original bumper aperture.

BBR spec high flow fuel injectors - Drop in replacement fuel injectors, with careful

BBR Star Chip software calibration, BBR injectors are optimised for this power level.

BBR Focus RS Phase Three Power 382 bhp @ 6080RPM
BBR Focus RS Phase Three Torque 388 ft/lbs @ 3000-4650RPM

Priced at £2495.00, with a fitting charge £345.00, customers should allow six to eight hours for installation. A DIY kit is also available.

Phase Four BBR RS400
The highest level of BBR Focus RS Mk2 conversion is for those customers looking for a genuine 400bhp upgrade. As part of the BBR Phase Four upgrade, the RS original turbocharger is replaced with our higher flow motorsport spec item and further modifications are made to the fuel system. This conversion delivers true supercar performance from the Ford Focus RS Mk2.

In addition to Phase Three upgrade, the Phase Four Conversion includes:
BBR specification high flow fuel pump – The BBR high flow fuel pump directly replaces the stock item, as the fuel flow required at this level surpasses that available from the OEM Ford unit.

BBR Hybrid turbo charger – This is a fully overhauled unit, with extensive modifications including; All bearings and seals replaced, a CNC re-profiled compressor cover, a billet motorsport 360° thrust bearing and thrust washers, a billet larger diameter inlet compressor wheel, cutback turbine wheel, central core rotational housing balanced to motorsport spec, ported and flowed compressor cover, turbine housing and wastegate valve.

BBR Focus RS Phase Four Power 404 bhp @ 6220RPM
BBR Focus RS Phase Four Torque 408 ft/lbs @ 3380RPM

Priced at £3895.00, with a fitting charge of £595.00, customers should allow a full day for installation. A DIY kit is also available.

* All MK2 Focus RS conversion levels for DIY fitment require the ECU to be sent to BBR to allow for software installation.

BBR Focus RS suspension upgrades
BBR has been busy developing its own high performance springs, and along with well known suspension specialists Koni, its own BBR/Koni adjustable dampers. BBR has discovered that the standard Focus RS suspension is extremely harsh and uncomfortable for every day. Fed up with RS hash ride of the original set up, BBR has produced a highly effective suspension solution.

BBR Focus RS Performance Spring set
BBR’s very own track and road developed performance springs are designed to work with the car’s existing standard dampers, or our own adjustable dampers for a more comfortable ride, whilst gently lowering the Focus RS's ride height.
DIY Price £195.00, fitting charge £300.00, including a full geometry setup.

BBR Spec Focus RS Koni adjustable dampers
BBR has found that many of its Focus ST clients have reported the rough and bumpy ride on the STD RS is far from enjoyable on longer journeys.
BBR’s solution is a set of adjustable BBR spec Koni dampers which are compatible with either the standard Ford springs or BBR’s own performance spring set.
DIY Price £795.00, fitting charge £300.00, including full geometry setup.

Notes to editors:-
A BBR Phase 3 upgraded Focus RS demonstrator, which also runs the BBR suspension package is available for press testing by appointment.
BBR has over 25 years experience tuning forced induction engines for road and track use. Early successes with Mitsubishi Colt turbo and the legendary Cosworth RS500 in the 1980’s saw BBR racing in the British touring car championship with numerous victories.
Arguably best known for its 500 bhp + RS Cosworth builds in the late 80's and 90's, BBR also developed and produced the world’s best selling MX5 turbo conversion developed for Mazda UK. In recent years BBR has concentrated on road based conversions, with a 365HP Lotus Elise, a 312 bhp BMW Cooper S and a 1000 bhp Aston Martin to mention just a few of our stunning upgrades. Since the release of the current Focus ST model in 2005, BBR has successively modified hundreds of Focus ST's for its clients, so BBR’s new upgrade portfolio the Focus RS model is a natural progression of this process.

All quoted prices exclude VAT.

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BBR GTi Ltd, Unit 3, Oxford Road, Brackley, Northants, NN13 7DY.

Tel / SMS: +44 (0)1280 700700 info@morego.co.uk www.morego.co.uk

APS SPORTEC LAUNCHES 575 BHP TUNING PACKAGE FOR PORSCHE PANAMERA TURBO

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Brackley, Northamptonshire, 9th August 2010

APS of Brackley, UK importer for the Swiss Sportec range of exclusive vehicle enhancements, is pleased to announce the launch of a two stage performance enhancement program for the 4.8-litre, bi-turbo, four wheel drive Porsche Panamera.

From the factory, the four door Panamera produces a quoted 493 bhp / 516 lb.ft, but through careful development and testing using Sportec’s state of the art dyno test cell in Hori, Switzerland, Sportec’s engineers have developed a pair of upgrade packages for owners seeking additional performance.

Sportec Porsche Panamera Turbo Stage One

Sportec’s Stage One conversion for the Porsche Panamera uses a bespoke Sportec ECU remap, with optimised settings for fuelling, ignition and turbo boost parameters. The results are a Panamera with a dyno proven 560 bhp @ 6150 rpm, representing a healthy power hike of 67 bhp, allied to 790 Nm (576 lb.ft) of torque at 3340 rpm, an increase of 60 lb.ft over the standard car.

On the road these performance gains endows the four door, 1970 kilogram car with far greater real world pace. In gear acceleration and mid-range urge are transformed and in private testing the Sportec Stage One upgraded Porsche Panamera has recorded a 0-100 kmh (62 mph) time of 3.9 seconds, 0.3 seconds than standard. In the interests of safety top speed is limited to 315 kmh (190 mph.)

Priced at £2900.00 fitted including VAT @ 17.5%, the Sportec Stage One upgrade for the Porsche Panamera Turbo is on sale now from sole UK concession APS of Brackley.

Sportec Porsche Panamera Stage Two

Sportec’s Stage Two conversion for the Panamera turbo features the addition of a cat back stainless steel sports exhaust system, which features quad 90mm diameter Sportec engraved tail pipes, for a subtle, understated look. It also features a pair of ‘sound throttles,’ which enable the owner to define and switch the exhaust note of the car in real time, using a supplied remote controller.

In combination with the revised Sportec ECU remap, the Stage Two converted Panamera delivers 575 bhp @ 5800 rpm, an improvement of 83 bhp over the factory figures, matched to 820 Nm (598 lb.ft) between 3000-4250 rpm – an impressive gain of 83 lb.ft.

This endows the Sportec Panamera with near supercar levels of speed, delivering an effortless surge of exhilarating performance from the twin turbocharged 4.8-litre V8 engine, making both overtaking and fast cruising an effortless experience. Testing has revealed that Stage Two Sportec Panamera Turbo clocks a 0-100 kmh (62mph) time of 3.8 seconds, with the same limited top speed of (315 kmh) 190 mph.

Priced at £7990.00 fitted including VAT @ 17.5%, the Sportec Stage Two upgrade for the Porsche Panamera Turbo is on sale now from sole UK concession APS of Brackley.

A full range of exclusive Sportec upgrades for the facelift Porsche Panamera range, including 22 inch forged alloy wheels, suspension and braking upgrades, as well as cosmetic enhancements, is also on sale now.


Contact: APS Sportec

+44 (0) 1280 840491 or sales@autops.co.uk www.autops.co.uk www.apsshop.co.uk

NOTES TO EDITORS:

Automotive Performance Services (APS) LLP
Formed in 2006, APS operates from a well-equipped facility in Brackley, Northamptonshire. APS offers bespoke tuning upgrades for Porsche and VAG brands, as well as servicing and diagnostics capabilities, backed by an award winning technical team with 40 year’s worth of main dealer experience. APS is proud to also be the sole Sportec CH concessionaire for the United Kingdom.

Sportec CH
Based in Höri, Switzerland, Sportec CH was established in 1997 and provides performance, dynamic and styling upgrades for a large range of Porsche and VAG models that are sold across the EU, North America and the Far East. State of the art technical facilities, experienced staff, plus a dedication to precision and quality allows Sportec CH to develop exclusive, innovative upgrades, as showcased in the new 858bhp SPR1 supercar.

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Peter Knivett / APS Sportec Press & Public Affairs
+33 (0) 549 83 89 22 or peterknivett@yahoo.co.uk

Owen Developments launches state of the art GT2868 HTA ball bearing turbo for Nissan 200 SX

Oxfordshire, England, 30th July 2010
Leading performance turbocharger specialist Owen Developments is pleased to announce the launch of a new, bolt on turbocharger for the Nissan 200 SX / Silvia S14 and S15 models.

Called the GT2868 HTA, the Owen Development’s Nissan 200SX turbo features the very latest specification Garrett® GT28 ball bearing core and packs numerous features that represent the state-of-the-art in performance turbocharger design, with the twin goals of providing a high total power output and outstanding driveability.

Key technical features of the Owen Development’s GT2868 HTA include:

* Billet alloy HTA compressor wheel with for the ultimate in spool up response

* 0.64 a/r turbine housing

* Choice of anodised colours for billet HTA wheel and adaptor ring – red, black, blue or plain alloy options

* Revised aerodynamics on HTA compressor wheel for improved efficiency

* Aerodynamic domed nut on compressor wheel to aid inlet flow and response

* Owen’s billet stainless internal heat shield to reduce heat soak

* Uprated Owen’s motorsport specification ball bearings for ultimate durability from Garrett® GT core

Capable of producing approximately 400 bhp and a sustained 1.6 – 1.8 bar of boost, the Owen Developments GT2686 HTA’s alloy compressor wheel features advanced aerodynamic blade technology and an ultra low mass to ensure rapid spool up and unrivalled transient response.

This combination of high flow rate and superb boost characteristics means the Owen Development’s Garrett® GT2868 HTA turbocharger is ideally suited to the demands of drag racing, drifting or trackday / circuit use.

A direct, bolt on replacement for the original T28 unit used on the S14 and S15 variants of the Nissan 200SX / Sylvia, Owen Development’s Garrett® GT2868 HTA turbocharger offers the convenience of an internal wastegate unit with a performance level that rivals larger turbochargers that require considerable rework to enable installation.

Mindful of the needs of the performance aftermarket, Owen Development’s Garrett® GT2868 HTA turbocharger for the Nissan 200SX / Sylvia is offered with a choice of anodised colours on both the inlet compressor wheel and adaptor ring – allowing owners the ultimate in performance customisation for their engine bay.

Priced at £1329.95 excluding VAT, Owen Development’s Garrett® GT2868 HTA turbocharger is on sale now.

An optional D5S Ni-resistant 0.64 a/r ratio turbine housing with inconel wastegate assembly, which offers superior durability to withstand the high temperatures of consistent circuit use, is available as a £100.00 cost option.

Contact details:
Owen Developments (UK) Ltd
Tel: +44 (0) 1865 821062
Email: sales@owendevelopments.co.uk Web: www.owendevelopments.co.uk

Superchips launches performance ECU remaps for Mercedes 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY models

Superchips launches performance ECU remaps for Mercedes 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY models

* ECU remap boosts performance by up to 34 bhp / 80Nm
* Over 250 bhp available from 2200-4400 rpm
* Suits C / E / M / R and S Class 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY variants
* On sale now through Superchips UK dealer network

Buckingham, United Kingdom, 2nd August 2010
Mercedes’ turbo diesel powerplants have always garnered high praise for their refinement and economy, if not for their outright pace. But now Buckingham-based performance automotive electronics expert Superchips Ltd can rectify this relative lack of urge with the launch of an ECU remap for a range of Mercedes models using the 231 bhp 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY engine.

Covering 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY variants across C / E / M / R and S-Class models, Superchips technicians have created a new ECU map for the Mercedes’ Bosch EDC17 ECU, safely removing some of the inherent performance constraints and fine tuning fuelling and turbo boost parameters. These changes have then been rigorously validated through a combination of road and chassis dyno testing.

The result of the Superchips ECU remap is a healthy increase of 34 bhp at 3008 rpm, resulting in a maximum peak power figure of up to 284 bhp (up from a measured standard power output of 250 bhp.) Importantly, there is a decent spread of driveable power, with over 250 bhp available from 2700-4400 rpm.

Impressively, given the refined nature of the Mercedes 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY models, the Superchips ECU remap delivers a significant boost in torque, which jumps from 587 Nm to 642 Nm at just 2469 rpm, realising a maximum gain of 80Nm at 3008 rpm.

The end result is a sharper, more exciting, more responsive driving experience, with additional reserves of urge on tap for overtaking or towing. And thanks to the extra efficiencies delivered by the Superchips ECU remap, the 350 CDi powerplant feels smoother and is just as frugal. Indeed, if the Superchips remapped version is driven in a ‘like for like’ manner against the standard 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY car, owners will experience noticeable fuel economy improvements due to the additional low rev torque delivered by the Superchips upgrade.

Installation of the Superchips Mercedes 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY ECU remap entails customers visiting one of approximately 80 Superchips performance centres whose trained technicians can undertake the remapping procedure.

Customers can be assured that the Superchips conversion is covered by a full Customer Service Guarantee and an industry-leading 12 month / 30,000 mile supplementary vehicle warranty.

Covering 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY variants across C / E / M / R and S-Class models produced from June 2009 onwards, the Superchips ECU remap is available now both directly from Superchips and its UK dealer network, priced at £445.00 including installation and VAT.

Superchips – don’t compromise, optimise.

For more information, please contact:
Superchips Ltd. 01280 816781 www.superchips.co.uk sales@superchips.co.uk

TODA launches low compression stroker kits for Toyota MR2 turbo and Celica 3S-GTE engine

TODA EUROPE LAUNCHES 3S-GTE STROKER KITS FOR MR2 TURBO AND CELICA GT-FOUR ETC

Thurrock, England August 3rd 2010
The venerable 3S-GTE engine may date back to the late 1980s, but it’s still highly popular for Toyota fans seeking high power and torque outputs in the rapid MR2 Turbo and Celica ST205 / GT-Four models.

Hence why leading Japanese tuning house TODA Racing is pleased to announce the launch of a pair of new stroker kits for the 3S-GTE motor, designed to enlarge its standard 1998cc capacity to either 2161cc or 2211cc, greatly increasing the engine’s torque and brake horsepower. With this in mind the TODA Racing 3S-GTE stroker kits incorporate high strength internals, purpose designed to withstand significant increases in power output. In addition, both TODA Racing kits use specially designed low compression pistons, allowing the use of high turbo boost levels and reduced detonation risk.

Key features of the TODA Racing 3S-GTE stroker kits include:-

* A 93 mm, long stroke, dynamically balanced forged steel crankshaft (standard stroke is 86 mm)

* Forged steel I-section connecting rods with fully floating small end bushes and central oil feeds to the gudgeon pins

* High strength gudgeon pins and ARP connecting rod bolts

* Forged alloy pistons balanced to within +/- 0.25 grams and with improved oil return system to provide superior lubrication at high outputs

* Low compression piston design – an 8.2:1 ratio can be achieved with a 1.5mm thick head gasket

* ‘Defric’ coating on piston skirts to reduce friction and aid running in

* A choice of capacities – 2161cc (using 86mm TODA pistons) and 2211cc (using 87mm TODA pistons)

Proven during extensive dyno testing and track evaluation, the TODA Racing 3S-GTE stroker kits are available now, exclusively from TODA Europe, a division of Torque Developments Plc.

TODA Racing 3S-GTE Pricing and part information:-
2161cc kit Part number: 13001-3SG-T00-I Price inc’ VAT: £3915.75
2211cc kit Part number: 13001-3SG-T01-I Price inc’ VAT: £3915.75

For more information:

Contact TDi-Plc / TODA Europe
Tel: 0800 107 3250 www.tdi-plc.com www.toda-europe.com