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GGR RS370FR Focus RS upgrade

23rd November 2009 Print
Ford Focus RS

Leicester based Ford RS specialist Graham Goode Racing Ltd (GGR) is delighted to announce a range topping, fully warrantied, independently validated high performance upgrade package for the 300bhp Mk2 Ford Focus RS.

GGR RS370FR Focus RS conversion key points

Incorporating the lessons learnt from the previously released Superchips developed ‘340’ Focus RS upgrade, GGR’s new performance conversion features comprehensive mechanical enhancements which have been carefully refined to produce a driveable, reliable, yet stunningly rapid fast road upgrade package.

The mechanical changes required for the GGR RS370FR are extensive but no internal modifications are needed to the Focus RS’s 2.5-litre, five cylinder turbocharged engine. As such the GGR RS370FR package includes:

GGR carbon fibre Cold Air Induction System (CAIS)
GGR large capacity air to air intercooler with alloy air diverter plates
GGR large volume fuel injectors
GGR silicone boost hoses
GGR large bore exhaust turbo front pipe and sports catalyst section
GGR specification ECU remap using Superchip’s Bluefin and firmware upgrade

Post upgrade, the Mk2 Focus RS boasts significant performance gains from just 3000rpm, with total output rising from 301bhp to a stunning 368bhp at 6383rpm, equating to a 22% increase. Torque reaches a peak output of 339lb.ft at 4997rpm (from a measured 310lb.ft on the stock Focus RS,) highlighting the flexibility of the RS370FR package.

“In our opinion, this is the optimum power and torque output for the car,” says GGR’s Technical Manager Alastair Mayne, “because even with the sophisticated Revoknuckle front suspension and Quaife ATB differential, gaining sufficient traction can be a problem. Bearing that in mind, we’ve made a conscious policy decision to limit the engine’s torque, although there’s certainly more to come from the motor if we wanted it,” Mayne continues, “because the RS370FR package is running relatively low levels of boost.”

Commenting on the release, GGR MD Graham Goode said ‘It gives me great pleasure to launch this latest Focus RS upgrade, which builds upon the success and popularity of the 340 conversion, but raises performance to a new level. I am delighted with the outcome of the work undertaken by our technical team, because the GGR RS370FR package is exceptionally fast, yet as usable and civilised as our numerous Focus RS customers expect.’

The GGR RS370FR package is available now, fully fitted at GGR’s Leicester premises for £3750.00 plus VAT as a drive in, drive out package.

For complete peace of mind, the new GGR RS370FR performance upgrade is covered by Graham Goode Racing’s own comprehensive 12 month / 30,000 mile breakdown warranty.

For more information, visit grahamgoode.com.

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