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Our Pedigree:
Essex Turbo have been involved in the production and development of motorsport
turbo’s for many years and with the companies origins dating back to the early
1980’s. The owner Mick Ireland had his first taste of the turbo industry when
he worked for a sub-contractor of Brian Hart engines who were supplying the
engine package for the turbocharged Toleman Hart Formula One cars in the
1980’s.
Experience:
With the knowledge and experience gained from working in this prestigious arena
Mick started production on uprated components for the motorsport industry and
in particular the group ‘B’ RS200 & RS500’s of which were a dominent force
in the race and rally cross scene of the 1980’s.
Progression:
Following this period Mick formed M.I.E Turbo with the purpose to service
purely motorsport turbo’s. This opened the door to many interesting and
rewarding projects including Garrett’s R & D machining as well as Ford
motorsport’s ‘Recce’ turbo program for the ‘Works’ Escort Cosworth’s of the
time. Whilst the company continued to work with the Escort Cosworth it
recognised a shift in the tide and started to turn its attention towards the
fast developing Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution range.
Domination:
It was here that the company had its biggest success to date with the in-house
design and manufacture of its ball bearing conversion for the Mitsubishi Lancer
Evo cars. The unit has been in production since 2000 and has gone from strength
to strength with hundreds of units being sold worldwide to many of the world’s
top privateer teams.It has become a recognised upgrade for many competitors and
is a product that is constantly under revision with new versions and upgrades
entering production all the time. This includes the soon to be introduced
faster spool up ‘2006’ ceramic ball bearing cartridge and Group ‘A’ turbo kit
comprising: stainless steel tubular exhaust manifold, elbow and Gp.a. turbo.
The Future:
The companies current developments include further Mitsubishi Lancer work along
with a range of bespoke ball bearing conversions.
Clients:
The company has a prestigious worldwide client database and its turbochargers
have enjoyed many race wins in every aspect of motorsport including:
WRC – World Rally Championship
Network Q / RAC Rally
European Rally Championship
Le-Mans
Asian GT Car Series
Pikes Peak
To name a few…
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Essex Turbo is always delighted to advise and quote on any motorsport
application, whether it is a bespoke unit or a tried and tested component, so
please contact us to discuss any requirements you may have on: (+00 44) 01376
503350 or e-mail us: sales@essexturbos.com
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