Don't listen to those Subaru guys (BTW I'd like to see proof to the myth that VW actually contracted SUBARU to develop an engine) So, since you are air-cooled, how about a real Porsche motor, like a flat-6 out of a 911? Maybe a 3.2 Turbo? Chris. '85 Westy non-subaru an damn happy that way. ----- Original Message ----- From: Evans <g6660@HFX.EASTLINK.CA> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2001 10:34 PM Subject: 80vanagon power upgrade
> Good day all, > I'm new to the list because I was thinking of buying > a 1980 vanagon. Since I own a corrado and a scirocco now, I was wondering > how I could get more than the 67(I think) horsepower. I've heard little > about a gti transplant,,is this possible with this model. > My car buddies think I'm nuts but I love buses too. > > Thanks very much for any help. > Jake Evans > VW Coven Halifax N.S. Canada |
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