Turbo v's NO2

[Relentless Rob]

As I'm sure you are all aware I've been planning a turbo conversion for my BMW 320 £999 Challenge car. Got to the point now where I could either finish the conversion or fit Nitrous Oxide instead. Also as I'm sure you're all aware I'm a bit indecisive (still looking for a Panda just in case). So taking into consideration the hastle/benefit ratio, the limited amount of time before the event and the obviously budget. What do you guys think would be the better solution?

Also long term, obviously NO2 would mean the car would be better on the road because it can be turned off and the turbo conversion would mean the car would possibly have a Jeckle and Hyde complex if the car boosts up on a wet round about (not a bad thing at all in my opinion but the "Section 59 Reich" would disagree).

What do you guys think NO2 or Turbo?

[fha772]

The only real problem i can see with NO2, is that you have to keep getting a re-fill

[Renrut]

How long does it take to fit the turbo and get it running?

How long does it take to fit the NO2 and get it running?

Take the shorter one, fettling time for the 999 should not be underestimated!

[Relentless Rob]

When I fitted the turbo to my bike it took three years, four engines and six different ecu's to get it right. I sold the bike to a chap who decided to try to use it to cut down a big tree. I was not amused.

Typically as soon as I start to think of the alternatives someone offers me a turbo and intercooler for a very good price.

[Renrut]

Maybe you should take a leaf out of the latest programming craze - Extreme Programming!

Nope not something involving a computer and a skydive, essentially you build everything in small steps, making sure each step works properly before you start the next one. I suggest adding NO2, as thats the simplest addition, once thats done maybe upgrade something else simple. The Turbo addon sounds like a big step in one, so break it down into smaller ones, bigger fuelling setup and programmable ecu, then add the turbo and intercooler once you're happy you can control the base setup.