Sean; I have driven cars that sense the drop in manifold pressure during hard accelerations and kick out the A/C compressor. Probably a simple pressure switch. Try the local auto recycling yards or a knowledgable FLAPS. Drive Safely & Good Luck Ken Lewis <Kernersville,NC> 86 VW crewcab;60 356B Coupe -------------------------------------------------- On Sat, 15 Jul 2000 21:18:32 EDT Sean Lynch <Chgolynch@aol.com> writes: >As my '86 GL nears total stripdown, I've started looking at the >supposed >"performance" parts available for wasserboxers. I've noticed that >big-valve >heads >really expensive. Ratio rockers too? Are these parts worth it? I've >committed >to spending whatever it takes to fully overhaul the beast, and I'd >like to >increase the bottom-end grunt a bit, since it's a bit weak on >accelerating >off a light with the A/C on. Plus, I'd like to tow with it sometime. I >know >that there are conversions available out the wazoo, but I'm bent on >staying >with the original motor. I've also heard rumors of P-Chips, but I'm >skeptical >that a lousy ROM could cure its hesitation. If anyone's tried this >stuff >before, I'd appreciate any input. Particularly cam recommendations, >mild-street type. Thanks in advance. > > Sean L. > > '82 GL Diesel "DSELBOX" > '86 GL "ICEBOX" > '86 GL Weekender (no tag >yet) > >P.S. Still looking for a tan driver's seat for the dieselbox. :) ________________________________________________________________ YOU'RE PAYING TOO MUCH FOR THE INTERNET! Juno now offers FREE Internet Access! Try it today - there's no risk! For your FREE software, visit: http://dl.www.juno.com/get/tagj. |
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