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That's what it's like looking for mate without being there in person to check a few things. Earth crowns coming loose on the dash bar can create some strange issues like this though as well.
I did 230bhp using a 197 head and inlet alongside some exotic R3 pistons and cams mate. Not cheap, but did the job. I also used a pms exhaust manifold.
Unless you're fully prepared for the cost implications, I'd just put some 438's in and get it remapped mate.
Prepared to spend a decent...
Well mines an FF with cup chassis. It's also lowered on h&r springs, and the handling is phenomenal tbh from standard dampers and lowering springs. Doing a track day or ring trip in my 200 is something I'm looking forward to. Because I've got creature comforts like a/c! Lol
Yes mate massively. My AG really shocked me in how much better than the 1*2 it is from a handling perspective. From a power point of view you have to get them on the boil, but the ratios in the gearbox help, as do the brakes.
Having gone from a sorted 172 cup to what's essentially a standard 200, even they have better turn in mate! I'll be fitting some mpsc's to mine in the future to exploit that further.
I can answer this question very easily for you, and the answer is, not a chance. The x85 cup racers really are in a different league.
The biggest issue you'll have is finding an x85 that's not been hammered.
@BIGASH has an x85 cup racer and used to own a 182 race car. Hopefully he will share...
Mine were held on with Velcro front and rear mate. My advice is just fire it on, then if you get a pull, play the game and apologise. Honesty will always serve you well I find. Lol