Date:         Mon, 3 Apr 2006 14:54:44 -0700
Reply-To:     BenT Syncro <syncro@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         BenT Syncro <syncro@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: turbo?
Comments: To: "John Connolly, Aircooled.Net" <john@aircooled.net>
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On 4/3/06, John Connolly, Aircooled.Net <john@aircooled.net> wrote:
>
> I think the kit was great, and it looks darn near factory. I also want
> 250hp
> for $150, that would be nice but I know it's not going to happen in my
> lifetime LMAO.
>
> The engine conversions do have their drawbacks, there is something to be
> said for using all stock wasser stuff in the engine bay, which is why many
> guys do not make the engine switches, they was VW wasser.
>
> I was just astounded at the lack of interest at the time, it was a great
> idea and worked very well. Heck, mine has better then stock clearance for
> the exhaust (syncro)!
>
> John
> Aircooled.Net Inc.


John,

I suspect the lack of serious interest in the WBX turbo kits is due to
people's apprehension about the Wasserboxer as a reliable engine. Those who
choose to stay with the WBX are typically the same guys who want to stay
with stock equipment only. The turbo on a WBX is not stock in US spec
Vanagons or any other markets I can think of. Then there's emissions
certifications. In the land of Vanagon owners aplenty (AKA California),
emissions certification will be expensive if not impossible.

Cheers,

BenT