Hey John, I have been seeing 19-21MPG with my normally aspirated '85 Zetec Westy. I could probably do a little better if I tried, but the new-found power has me putting my foot into it a bit more than I used to. Bad for mileage, but good for the happy factor. There is also an "economy" tune that you can use that will most likely yield a couple extra MPG. I would guess that "sensible" driving could easily yield 22-24MPG if you have that kins of self restraint. The price for the DIY Bostig Turbo setup is actually more like $7,500.00. The DIY Core kit is currently priced at $4,200.00 and the Turbo Kit is $3,000.00. I have personally ridden in the Bostig Turbo Vanagon and can confirm that it is a life changing event. I am saving my pennies for the Turbo upgrade (don't tell my wife). Jay Brown '85 Zetec Westy '72 Riviera http://www.geocities.com/vwcamper72
Date: Fri, 14 Mar 2008 21:51:42 +0000 From: "John C..." <Trvlr2001@COMCAST.NET> Subject: MPG in the Bostig Conversion ? It looks a bit pricey, but Nice !!! 13K for a turbo equipped conversion? ( & that's DIY !! ;o) How many MPG are those of you out there getting that are running this Conversion? Ive got an SVX, but 17 mpg just dont cut it these days !!! Thanks, John C... |
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