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MG ZR ZS ZT Technical - Ultimate ZS?

There was a similar thread on another BBS on this very subject - and it was a very interesting topic. I'd be interested in your thoughts!

The idea was what would your ultimate ZS technical specification be - using parts that are currently in the MGR parts bin, or could be readily developed? I liked this idea because of the perception that the ZS180 is a 'junior Subaru/ Evo'...

Personally, I'd like to see a supercharged 2.5 litre KV6. To keep things simple, retain FWD. I suspect that if the power is kept on the sane side of 250bhp, not too many chassis modifications would be required. Throw in a set of Sparco (or Cobra/ Corbeau etc) seats, a suitably rude rear spoiler, and job done. :o)

Fast and Furious.
Rob Bell

I would like a supercharger that ran independently of the engine. Operated by it's own electric motor, it didn't cut in until the engine warmed up properly, and not before doing a set of diagnostic checks - you've got to look after the engine, if all the right boxes didn't get ticked, it would work at all. Boosts would be short lived, like when overtaking, hill climbing etc. the effect would be absolutely thrilling. Again minimising use increases the effect and looks after the engine.
Gary

All good points Gary, but disagree with your suggested implementation - the controls to do what you suggest already exist - it's called common sense and restraint on the part of the driver. I think I must like a more involved drive than yourself :-)
David S

There's an American company that produces a genuine and functional electric supercharger Gary that operates in exactly the way you describe: a bit like a NOS installation actually. Unfortunately, the power draw is pretty large: it is a kit that will make more sense when vehicle electrics move away from the current standard 12V towards 48V. At present, I gather that you need an additional battery pack for the supercharger that adds weight, and somewhat negates some of the advantages of the electric supercharger installation!
Rob Bell

I've come to use the rule - "if I dream it, someone else has dreamed it as well, and someone else has already made it" I think extra weight is only a negative factor in certain situations, like going up hill and accelerating. It doesn't matter how heavy you are when maintaining a steady momentum, and driving on the flat. Like on some petrol/electric hybrid cars, the battery builds a trickle charge from the engine and then releases it in big short spurts, like when accelerating or going uphill.

Vroooommmmm!!!

Dump the spare tyre and put some extra batteries in there.
Gary

Road going version of ZS touring car - that would be pretty quick. I think it uses a 2.0 litre K-Series 4-cyl.

Or

KV6 with twin turbos like those Audi R4 and R6 cars or whatever they are called.
Matthew Semple

A twin turbo KV6? Wow, that'd be way cool. A bit much for 2WD though - especially FWD?

Happily Powertrain already have a 4WD drive train: a transverse PG1 with a drive shaft to the rear wheels. It's in every Freelander built. But could it handling a twin turbo V6?

Wow... that would be some car!!! A true ZSX!
Rob Bell

With RWD V8s around, I think MG R should get value out of the new platform by building all the ZTs with RWD!
And then a twin turbo V6 wouldn't be a problem at all! Or a supercharged V6!
Martin ZT

Agreed Martin! Let's hope that the next ZT IS RWD! :o)
Rob Bell

This thread was discussed between 06/09/2004 and 08/09/2004

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