LA CUPRA TDI EST ENFIN PRÊTE ! (ÉPISODE FINAL)

Summary

The script details the process of tuning and modifying a Seat Ibiza Cupra diesel car. It follows the protagonists as they install performance parts, tune the engine computer, and repeatedly dyno test the car to measure horsepower gains. Despite complications like smoke, dyno failures, and illness, they persist. The project culminates at a dyno facility, where the extensively modified 1.9L TDI engine ultimately produces 407 horsepower, falling short of the goal but still a successful build.

Takeaways

• 😊 The video discusses modifying and tuning a Seat Ibiza Cupra car
• 🚗 Several power test runs are done on a dynamometer to measure the car's horsepower
• 🔧 Adjustments are made to the engine's cam timing to try to increase power
• ❓There is uncertainty if the project will reach the goal of 400+ horsepower
• 💨 The car produces a lot of smoke while testing on the dynamometer
• 🛠 Further mechanical work and adjustments are planned after the initial power testing
• 👍 The owner seems mostly satisfied with getting over 400 horsepower so far
• 😓 There are some difficulties with parts breaking during testing
• 🤝 Outside shops and technicians are used to help tune the engine
• ⚙️ Switching to a larger turbocharger is considered to try to reach 450+ horsepower

Q & A

What kind of car is being tuned in the video?

A Seat Ibiza Cupra 1.9 TDI diesel car.

What is the goal horsepower for the tuning project?

The initial goal was 450 horsepower, but they ended up with 407 horsepower.

What upgrades were done to the engine?

Upgrades included a larger turbocharger, upgraded pistons, camshaft, intake, and tuning the ECU.

Where did they take the car for dyno testing?

They took the car to AutoPassion Factory dyno shop.

What dyno testing issues did they run into?

The exhaust evacuation system they set up failed and made a mess. The car also slipped off the dyno at one point.

Did they reach their horsepower goal?

No, they aimed for 450 horsepower but ended up with 407 horsepower.

What further upgrades are planned?

They plan to upgrade to larger valves and valve springs and add methanol injection to try to reach 600 horsepower.

How much torque was the car making?

640 Nm of torque.

Were there any engine issues during testing?

Yes, at one point the engine overheated and popped a coolant hose off.

What was the final dyno result?

407 horsepower and 640 Nm torque.