Date: Tue, 27 May 2008 18:30:28 -0700
Reply-To: Scott Foss - Shazam <scottdaniel@TURBOVANS.COM>
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From: Scott Foss - Shazam <scottdaniel@TURBOVANS.COM>
Subject: Re: 2nd try - Bostig 2nd Gen Zetec Kit
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Jim Akiba wrote:
> This is an excerpt from the "start here" page in the google group,
> just so that people don't get too confused, it is either 4 5 or 6
> parts depending on the airbox option choice. If anyone wants more
> info, let's get you into the google group so as not to drift too far
> off topic here on the vanagon list.
>
> v2.0 List of required parts:
> (4/4/08)
>
> - Engine (same engine call sheet as v1.x applies)
> - Alternator (either salvage or new, for a 2001 Ford Focus DOHC engine)
> - Power Steering pump (same call sheet as v1.x applies)
> - Mass Air Flow Meter/AirFilter Options
> There are 3 options for the v2.0 Customers regarding the Airflow
> meter/filter arrangement:
> 1) stick with simply used MAF sensor and an open element filter
> (as seen in photos of the v1.x kit)
> Pros: inexpensive, MAFs cost $25-$45 used, the open element
> filter costs $45. Easy to install, nothing required
> Cons: noisier than the airbox option, if driving in dusty
> environments, increased cleaning frequency is required
>
> 2) Brand new airbox, MAF, and Panel filter.
> Pros: Easy to install, easy to source(just tell us), all brand
> new(MAF is also new), quieter than open element filter
> Cons: Expensive ($225)
>
> 3) Used Airbox and MAF
> Pros: Quieter than open element, less expensive than option
> 2($25-$45 for MAF, $20-$40 for airbox)
> Cons: More expensive than Open element, plastic legs must be
> cut off of box in order to fit correctly(not difficult, but is extra
> work)
>
>
> thank you. The 5 parts then are : Engine, Alternator, PS pump, Air Mass meter, and an air box or air filter system.
> Jim Akiba
>
>
>
>
> On Tue, May 27, 2008 at 5:16 PM, Peter Young <pyjme@aol.com> wrote:
>
>> Jim,
>> You mention "allow(ing) yourself another $800-$1000 for the other 5 parts needed to
>> finish the install." What are the other 5 parts needed (besides a low mileage engine
>> from a local source) to finish the install? I also have another question: the oil pan has
>> been revised to increase departure angle but retain full capacity - is this setup standard
>> or an option? Is the clearance just as good as (or better than) the previous "short" pan?
>>
>> Peter
>> '81 Westy "Daisy"
>> planning on getting a water-cooled in the future just so I can do the Zetec conversion...
>>
>>
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