Date:         Mon, 17 Sep 2007 20:42:31 -0400
Reply-To:     Jim Akiba <syncrolist@BOSTIG.COM>
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From:         Jim Akiba <syncrolist@BOSTIG.COM>
Subject:      Re: volvo into vanagon
Comments: To: Matthew <mpteleski@yahoo.com>
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Yeah the inline 5's are pretty cool, they have a weird sound that's unusual
and I like it... a turbocharged one is even better. The newest AWD S40 is a
real nice setup, with the same uber-tight C1 chassis that the new euro focus
and mazda 3 is on, and with the newest version of the ford inline
turbocharged 5 you're talking about, but 2.5L... it's only running like 9-10
psi from what I recall, so a mild push but it puts down some really nice
numbers.  If someone wants to bring one by to "donate" to the cause, I will
definitely tell you if it'll fit in my van :)

Jim Akiba

On 9/14/07, Matthew <mpteleski@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> folks,
> my wife has been driving a quick and rather nice 1999
> volvo for the past few months.... the engine is their
> inline 5 turbo, fly by wire system. Aluminum block, 20
> valves, variable valve timing, etc. So, what is the
> chance of getting one of these to FIT into a vanagon?
> has it been done?
>
> "may the four winds blow you safely home"
>
>
>
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