Having never actually run a 2.1 with 1.9 Digijet injection, , I would defer to Dennis' experience in this matter. (I was just going from observation of the substantially larger FI parts on the 2.1.) Al Brase Dennis Haynes wrote: >To get the advantages of the 2.1L cooling system you need upgrade it. >You will need to upgrade or modify the pipes to the radiator, ad the >appropriate coolant manifold and get the 2.1L water pump, t-stat >housing, sensors, oil cooler, etc. The 2.1 also uses a larger throttle >body and of course a better exhaust. > >The 1.9L fuel injection and ignition supports the 2.1 just fine. My seat >of the pants tells me it actually makes more power as it runs slightly >richer than the 2.1 system. > >Dennis > > > > |
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