Date:         Sat, 15 Jan 2000 15:14:17 -0400
Reply-To:     "T. Thompson" <tonyt_eye@NS.SYMPATICO.CA>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         "T. Thompson" <tonyt_eye@NS.SYMPATICO.CA>
Subject:      Re: Fast German Auto chip and rockers Comments
Comments: To: Wolfvan88@AOL.COM
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Robert  I had seen your comments about a strengthened valve train before, I
recently had my head gaskets replaced and new hydraulic lifters, I asked the
mechanic to replace anything that was suspect but he found nothing else to
replace(at least in the top end). The engine is a 1.9 litre with 122k miles and
an even 135psi on all cylinders. Does this sound like a good candidate for the
1.25 rocker? I'm reserving judgement for a while on the chip as a lot of other
list members have raised some valid points about its value.

Tony 85GL "Westfailure"

Robert Lilley wrote:

> A word of warning about adding the chip and rockers...
> Make sure that the engine is in GOOD shape before installing and that the FI
> works correctly.  The stress that is placed on a "tired motor" by the extra
> power could end up destroying it.
>
> Robert