Has anybody had experiance of fitting B21 pistons into a late 8 bolt B20? I was wondering about where to get a head gasket to suit the increase in bore diameter. Also where to buy a set of original quality Mahle pistons.
I'm not a 240 man but I think the UK GLT has the T standing for "Touring". Engine is B23E and the suspension wheels were upgraded in sporty fashion. A bit of Googling indicates that the 240 Turbo was a 2.1 so there should be some strong pistons around. Did we get 240 Turbos in the UK? LHD only? Turbos and steering gear might get in each others way.
Just bought a late model B20 from a 1973ES. Has the 8 bolt crank. Big plansds for the engine and start with the B21 pistons. Did you finsd a source for these and other bits such as the head gasket. Any help or advice with the engine build greatly recieved! Russ
All UK market 240s were non-turbo. (Although there was dealer-fit carb+turbo kit available in the early days). You might get OE 2.1 turbo pistons from overseas. Try turbobricks? John
Mark and Russ, I got my head gasket for B21 pistons for my B20 head from KG Trimning in Sweden. I also got my pistons from them. Due to buying quite a bit postage was free. Worth giving KG a call as very helpful people. I also think you are correct that the 8 bolt has the 24mm little ends but KG will know for sure.