Turbo Technics
2 Sketty Close
Brackmills
Northampton
NN4 7PL
United Kingdom

Tel: 01604 705050
Fax: 01604 769668

 
  TURBO TECHNICS LIMITED

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Turn in, clip the apex and squeeze the throttle - dial in opposite lock and revel in a gloriously progressive power slide. Yes, the Turbo Technics blown Elise is staggeringly quick, but raw power is nothing without control. A brand new advanced design of supercharger, mated to either 1.8 or VVC K-series engine, delivers a deeply impressive 190 or 215 BHP respectively. The smooth, yet instant power delivery complements the Elise package like nothing else. Work that superb Lotus chassis and explore the limits of adhesion - in total control.

The Supercharged Elise is the culmination of over two years development and engineering by Turbo Technics. This in not a "bolt-on", but a thoroughly well engineered conversion, which will delight any Elise owner and demonstrate how to make an impressive car - even better.

Easy to live with, yet impossible to live without. One drive and you’ll be addicted!

MODEL RANGE

ELISE (1995- 2000)
Standard 1.8i:
TT190 Supersport - 190 bhp Supercharger system.

111S
TT215 Supersport - 215 bhp Supercharger system.

ELISE S2
TT190 Supersport - 190 bhp Supercharger system.

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  • Aim for 180 BHP to realise a power to weight ratio of 230 bhp/tonne.
  • Avoid traditional head/cam tuning and it’s associated drawbacks for a more creative solution, worthy of the Elise design.
  • Maintain excellent driveability with instant throttle response to magnify driver enjoyment, with power oversteer upon command. Retain boot space and minimise additional weight in a compact, professionally engineered engine bay.
  • Incorporate in-house designed aluminium castings to aid service accessibility and durability. High mileage engine /transmission reliability is paramount.
  • Avoid specialist maintenance requirements and retain standard service intervals.
  

 

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CONTROLLED POWER OVERSTEER BECOMES EASY WITH SUPERCHARGED ELISE
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A brand new design of supercharger. Belt driven, but avoiding the traditional heavy power losses. Very lightweight and compact, installed within the existing space in front of the engine without compromising luggage space. Low in maintenance, requiring no specialist servicing, and lubricated by oil direct from the engine. Low maintenance Poly-vee drive belt, automatically adjusted via integral tensioner.

Low-blow boost pressure (9psi) is directed into a brand new cast aluminium inlet manifold. This houses an efficient, but very compact charge cooler to prevent increased engine bay temperature. A small reduction in engine compression ratio, achieved by shortened the connecting rods, is the only required engine modification.

Supplementary fuel, supplied via two injectors, is digitally controlled using an independent ECU and mapped for maximum power and reliability. No changes to the existing MEMS software, or anti-theft system, allows the standard Lotus fault finding procedure to be performed. The unmodified exhaust system and catalytic converter is retained, unless otherwise requested.		  

 

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CAST ALUMINIUM INLET MANIFOLD

HIGHLY EFFICIENT BELT DRIVEN SUPERCHARGER -  LIGHT AND COMPACT
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As driveable around town as a standard car. No lumpy idle speed, hot or cold starting procedure or flat spots. Depress the throttle at any speed for an instant, yet creamy smooth, power surge all the way to the standard rev limiter. No lag or throttle delay, and with 190 supercharged BHP on tap, power oversteer becomes real fun. Predictable and progressive power delivery reveals safe and accessible ways to explore the limits of adhesion, and complements the terrific Elise chassis beautifully. Easy to live with, yet impossible to live without. One drive and you’ll be addicted!

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ENGINE BAY COMPACT AND THOROUGHLY WELL ENGINEERED WITHOUT REDUCING BOOT SPACE

 
PERFORMANCE Standard 1.8 TT190 Supersport TT215 Supersport
Maximum power 118 bhp @ 5500 rpm 190 bhp @ 6500 rpm 215 bhp @ 6500 rpm
Maximum torque 121 lb/ft @ 4500 rpm 170 lb/ft @ 5000 rpm 185 lb/ft @ 6000 rpm
0-60 mph 5.5 seconds 4.6 seconds 4.5 seconds
0-100 mph 17.4 seconds 13.5 seconds 12.0 seconds
50-70 mph (3rd gear) 3.9 seconds 2.7 seconds 2.5 seconds
50-70 mph (4th gear) 5.1 seconds 3.8 seconds 3.5 seconds

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POWER GRAPHS FOR 1.8 and 1.8 VVC SUPERCHARGED ENGINES

 

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TORQUE GRAPHS FOR 1.8 and 1.8 VVC SUPERCHARGED ENGINES
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TT190 SUPERSPORT

Engine
Compression ratio is reduced by shortening the connecting rods, otherwise all other components remain standard.

Supercharger
Centrifugal compressor rotating at up to 110,000 rev/min. Epicyclical traction drive system driven from crankshaft via poly-vee belt. Small lightweight aluminium body and pulley. Dimensions 160 x 140mm. Weight 4.8kg.

Exhaust system
The catalytic converter, exhaust manifold and system are retained unless otherwise specified. An uprated exhaust system may be specified as an optional extra. MOT compliant.

Air System
Air flow is through the standard air box and high flow air filter element. Air to water charge cooler within integral cast aluminium inlet manifold. Minimal engine bay heat.

Fuel System
Unleaded 95 ROM fuel. The standard injection system is retained but supplemented by twin injectors. Fuel and ignition controlled by digitally mapped ECU. No changes to the standard Lotus MEM's software (S2 employs new engine management system).

Transmission
Gearbox, clutch and drivetrain components all remain standard.

Servicing
Standard service procedures and intervals.
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Supplied by Turbo Technics.

TT190 & TT215 SUPERSPORTS Kit      £4,000.00 + VAT
Our kit comprises the supercharger, manifold, pistons, rods, charge cooler, piping and belts. It does not include the ECU, injectors, or installation.
Fitting available by Turbo Technics from £1,800 + VAT

Note: Previously uprated or non-standard engines may require additional work, with a small premium in price.
Turbo Technics own comprehensive mechanical warranty is included for a period of 12 months with all fitted conversions.
Peace of mind with Turbo Technics one-year 12,000 mile warranty on kit parts.
For more details please contact Turbo Technics Sales Department.
Tel: 01604 705050  Fax: 01604 706999 (direct line) or E-mail rob@turbotechnics.com

For more Elise owners' comments about the Supercharged Elise:

    http://www.lotus-elise.myweb.nl/tuningturbotechnics.htm