My Astra GTE Convertible V6

[V6-Conv]

Hi,

Here are some pics of my astra, more can be found on my web site http://www.gte8v.co.uk .

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/astramk2/Astra1.JPG

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/astramk2/Astra2.JPG

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/astramk2/Astra3.JPG

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/astramk2/Astra6.JPG

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/astramk2/Astra7.JPG

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/astramk2/Astra9.JPG

Enjoy Life !!

[Sipo]

Ooooh tidy motor dude :p ... That engine is so clean it almost doesnt look like an engine lol. At least, not what i would associate with a MK2 Astra :D

[Astranomical]

very nice looking motor there mate. i have a v6 to go in mine too :D i think im going to leave it untill after the summer though as i dont want to miss the sunshine!!

[V6-Conv]

It only took about 2 years to get it fitted and running .. missed lots of sun .. but hopefuly can make use of it this year.

The performance you get from the V6 is well worth doing !

[Astranomical]

How long?!?! im hoping it will only take a couple of weeks! maybe a bit more if im waiting on parts.

[V6-Conv]

How long?!?! im hoping it will only take a couple of weeks! maybe a bit more if im waiting on parts.

It was in a garage being done when the garaged closed down, so sat arround with engine in needing finishing. So just before Christmas I got my Ar5e into gear and finished it off !!

Cooling was the main problem !

If you need any info/help I will try and answer your questions.

Best of luck !!

[REMUS]

I don't like the bonnet buldge too much but the rest of the car is class and I really like the alloys.

Have you got a spec list? Also what are you future plans?

[V6-Conv]

I don't like the bonnet buldge too much but the rest of the car is class and I really like the alloys.

Have you got a spec list? Also what are you future plans?

Hi,

The bonnet buldge is more function than design, as lots of nasty hot air comes straight through the mesh !! ;)


Haven't realy had chance to do a spec sheet yet, but will do very soon !

Future Plans - To do lots of track days !!

[Kev Read]

I built convertible astra mk2 V6 last year.

It was a 'K' plate exsclusive. I loved the noise.

Wish I never sold it.

[Ian T]

Good stuff...

What suspension are you using with the V6 in the Mk2? I've got my conversion coming together and am ready to buy a set of springs and dampers, but I'm unsure which way to go.

At the moment I am considering getting Cavalier V6 fronts and Mk2 rears, to go with my Cav front legs, Vectra brakes and other Vectra / Cav bits.

I'm pretty certain that Mk3 Astra bits will fit the Mk2, which means that Cav stuff ought to as well. I don't want it lowered to within a millimetre of its life, neither do I want it to be too hard a ride, or rub (obviously).

interested to know how you're getting on suspension wise, what you're running ans what you think of it.

Cheers, Ian.

[V6-Conv]

Hi,

Here is a quick spec of what I can think of at the moment:

Description: 1989 F Astra GTE 2.5L 24v V6 Convertible

Engine: 2498cc 24 valve dohc, FSE adjustable fuel pressure regulator, Stainless steel exhaust custom made system with Scorpion back box, modified cooling system with Pacet front mounted cooling fan.

Transmission: F20 close ratio. Up-rated clutch and cover plate.

Suspension: Koni Fully Adjustable, lowered springs 35mm, front and rear upper strut brace.

Brakes:

Front: Wilwood 4 pot calipers, 285 mm disks, Wilwood pads,

Rear: 16v callipers and discs with standard 16v pads. Braided hoses.

Body: Clear oval side repeaters, rounded rear arches, GT4 working bonnet vent, modified front bumper.

Interior: Standard interior, Datatool shift light system.

Wheels & Tyres: 17-inch League Integral LG 37, 205 x 35 x 17

ICE & Security: Sony header unit, plenty security.

Performance: Unknown at the moment.

[GRAK]

Cool yet another convertable :cool:
lost count of how many there are now.
Nice car by the way. :)

[Andy Cab]

That is a sweet ride m8, ive got a white conv just like it but a year older. Yours looks mint!

The convertibles are making there mark now!

[V6-Conv]

Updated pics of the car ...

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/astra/astra1.jpeg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/astra/astra2.jpeg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/astra/astra3.jpeg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/astra/astra4.jpeg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/astra/astra5.jpeg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/astra/astra6.jpeg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/astra/astra7.jpeg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/astra/astra8.jpeg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/astra/astra9.jpeg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/astra/astra10.jpeg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/astra/astra11.jpeg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/astra/astra12.jpeg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/astra/astra13.jpeg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/astra/astra14.jpeg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/astra/astra15.jpeg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/rev/dash.jpg

[V6-Conv]

Pics of new Exhaust

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/exhaust1.jpg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/exhaust2.jpg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/exhaust3.jpg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/exhaust4.jpg

[V6-Conv]

Also I have fitted these to the engine


http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/leads.jpg

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/plugs.jpg

[V6-Conv]

Just been sorting out some paper work on the Astra,

Thought I would add these ...

Rolling road print out when it was standard ish (2.0 8v 113bhp Engine)

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/images/AstraGTE208v.JPG

Rolling road print out from the rolling road day (2.5 V6 167 Engine)

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/images/astraGTE25v6.JPG

[V6-Conv]

These are the latest pics of the rear of the astra which has had new boot, bumper and new lights which came from Germany ...


Pics ..

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/rearlights/Rear1.JPG

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/rearlights/Rear2.JPG

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/rearlights/Rear3.JPG

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/rearlights/Rear4.JPG

http://www.gte8v.co.uk/pics/rearlights/Rear5.JPG

[V6-Conv]

Oh nearly forgot I have also changed 5th gear on the F20 box to one from a wide ratio F18, this means I now longer hit the rev limiter in 5th gear and gives a top speed of over 160mph :D

[theonlycar4me]

looking good......little unsure about the bonnet vent but how else you gonna cool that beast down in the summer heat.

top marks though, i have posted a question about opening up the number plate backing on mine and meshing it and putting number plate off to side but am undecided, maybe this would help the cooling of that beast of yours?

well done

[V6-Conv]

looking good......little unsure about the bonnet vent but how else you gonna cool that beast down in the summer heat.

top marks though, i have posted a question about opening up the number plate backing on mine and meshing it and putting number plate off to side but am undecided, maybe this would help the cooling of that beast of yours?

well done

Behind the number plate on mine is mesh and the number plate has been mounted slightly higher, this does help keep the engine cool and the vent helps to keep the rear bank on the V6 cool :D

[Dale]

nice car, seen it at PVS!

[KADETT-BOB]

First of all how ya? :)

Are those Rolling Road figures all at the wheels? Either way the 8v result, 127bhp, is very interesting :thumbsup: And good job with the V6.

And the back lights look really good. Your car reminds me of my old Cabby. It was white and fairly standard except the Zender splitter. I tinted the original back lights myself to go with the matt black on the boot lid. It really needs to be done. But your lights look a lot better. I was considering them for my current Cabby but I recently got a set of original Red/Tint ones that Opel put on a special edition of the Kadett Frisco in 1991. I've always liked them but Opel haven't been able to get them for years. I found them on eBay.de. They are Hatch back lights but It's a long story about why they fit and why I have to use them.

Very nice car man. Keep up the good work :grinning-smiley-043

[V6-Conv]

First of all how ya? :)

Are those Rolling Road figures all at the wheels? Either way the 8v result, 127bhp, is very interesting :thumbsup: And good job with the V6.

And the back lights look really good. Your car reminds me of my old Cabby. It was white and fairly standard except the Zender splitter. I tinted the original back lights myself to go with the matt black on the boot lid. It really needs to be done. But your lights look a lot better. I was considering them for my current Cabby but I recently got a set of original Red/Tint ones that Opel put on a special edition of the Kadett Frisco in 1991. I've always liked them but Opel haven't been able to get them for years. I found them on eBay.de. They are Hatch back lights but It's a long story about why they fit and why I have to use them.

Very nice car man. Keep up the good work :grinning-smiley-043


Hello :D

Thanks for the comments, the bhp is at the wheels. never seen the lights you have before, looks really good :)