Date: Sat, 8 Jan 2005 14:52:11 -0500
Reply-To: "Bostig Eng." <syncrolist@BOSTIG.COM>
Sender: Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From: "Bostig Eng." <syncrolist@BOSTIG.COM>
Subject: Teaser <<<< Re: Other engine conversion options?<F>
In-Reply-To: <BE046D1E.6EBC%camper@tactical-bus.info>
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I can't bite my tongue on this one, but some of you already know who Bostig
Engineering is, and what we're about to release for the vanagon
community(actually our first few products as we migrate from our
performance/custom base to product development), I thank you for helping us
keep it secret until the right moment :)
The teaser I can provide is that we have both solutions discussed in this
thread. We have a solution for the waterboxer crowd that provides more
power, torque, and better throttle response, on the dyno we're seeing
double digit percentage gains over stock in hp and torque, more in modified
or "big valve" applications. We're looking to roll out next month, target
price is under $500.
We also have a new engine conversion solution that addresses many of the
maligned aspects of up-to-now options. Our main focus in development was to
find a solution that addressed initial cost, ongoing-cost, power,
power-potential, vibration, simplicity, reliability, availability of parts
AND service, and ease of install. Our solution is a practical and exciting
alternative to what everyone's been used to, and we hope to make a mark in
the community as a group that can provide real value and innovation in
exchange for your support.
Details will be forthcoming, actually we're trying to put together a video
of our converted westy syncro for everyone to check out, complete with an
interesting demo, which may be the only engine conversion for the vanagon
capable of it (intentionally breaking the timing belt of a running engine,
then swapping a new one on in about 10 minutes and driving away)
We're also looking for interested eastcoast/northeast vanagon owners that
are looking at engine options. We're offering free installation fo the
first few folks, as well as complete instruction and familiarization on the
conversion (good opportunity to get some free instruction on basic auto
mechanics specific to your vehicle, EFI, and OBDII)
I welcome any direct questions via email or phone, and please give a call
if you'd like to setup a time to see/ride in a converted vanagon. We're
hoping to put together a little roll-out-roll-out and hit the road in the
converted westy syncro in march with both solutions on board for people to
see/try.
There will be reading materials on the website by the end of the month,
under the product heading (not up yet) this is the vanagon list exclusive
tease!
See you soon!
Jim Akiba
Bostig Engineering
978-772-3274 - shop
781-316-4615 - direct
At 06:45 PM 1/7/2005, jimt wrote:
On 1/7/05 3:42 PM, "Jason Kirk" <Gojira@ADELPHIA.NET> wrote:
> What are the possibilities of modifying a stock 2.1L for better
> performance. Instead of using adapters and other engineering mods to fit
> a conversion, is it feasible to retain the stock power plant and
> increase power by using larger pistons, mass airflow, performance chips,
> freeflow exhaust, etc.?
>
> Jason
>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On
> Behalf Of
>> Hans Achter
>> Sent: Friday, January 07, 2005 1:37 PM
>> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>> Subject: Re: Other engine conversion options?<F>
>>
>> I don't see where the VW inline-4 is any cheaper than putting a subaru
>> EJ22 in. You end up with a
>> much better motor that fits just like the original WBX.
>> -Hans
>>
>>
>>> All kidding aside, least expensive real engine swap solution is
> still
>>> VW inline-4 IMHO.
>>>
>>> BenT
>>>
>>> --
>>> BenT
>>>
>
>
Forget the chips. But GoWesty and I think Boston Bob both sell larger
engines.
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jimt
Planned insanity is best.
Remember that sanity is optional.
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