Date:         Sat, 15 Jul 2000 21:18:32 EDT
Reply-To:     Chgolynch@aol.com
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Sean Lynch <Chgolynch@aol.com>
Subject:      Performance Wasserboxer: Fact or Fiction
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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. :)