Date: Wed, 12 Jun 2019 11:59:11 -0700
Reply-To: Dan N <dn92610@GMAIL.COM>
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From: Dan N <dn92610@GMAIL.COM>
Subject: Re: BenT VW items
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hi Dean,
Marco injectors are different from OEM injectors (see pics)..I didn't test
and compare single hole nozzle versus quad holes nozzle (see pics). As far
as the 1.25 rocker arms I know that they will give the valves a better lift
which means better exhaust flow and better intake flow.
https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/album_page.php?pic_id=1834956
https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/album_page.php?pic_id=1834957
On Wed, Jun 12, 2019 at 8:24 AM OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@comcast.net> wrote:
> Dan
>
> Am looking into this for a Friend in SantaFe for whom I just
> finished an install
>
> of the GoWesty EFI + New Injectors so it's just the Rockers I'm interested
> in ~ Thanks
>
> for the info ~
>
> ORR ~ DeanB
>
>
> On 12 Jun , 2019, at 8:39 AM, Dan N wrote:
>
> > hi Dean,
> >
> > I'd suggest to try Marco injectors first .... easier to install...
> >
> > injectors
> >
> > https://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=2209878
> >
> > and then later the 1.25 rocker arms - it requires to remove the old
> rocker arms, instal new ones, turn the piston to TDC, and adjust the
> preload 1.2 or 2.00 turn after contact... a little bit more work or bring
> the van to the mechanic (which I did because I am not familiar with
> preload setting procedure, he charged me $50.00 including a set of new
> valve cover seals)...
> > 1.25 rocker arms
> >
> > https://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=2216246
> >
> > no intention to give free advertising for Marco but the injectors result
> is amazing and when combine it with 1.25 rocker arms result it's even more
> amazing.
> >
> >
> >
> > On Wed, Jun 12, 2019 at 7:26 AM OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@comcast.net> wrote:
> > @ DanN & MBob
> >
> > Which is it > Rockers or Lifters? & Where do You get them ~
> >
> >
> > On 12 Jun , 2019, at 5:50 AM, Mbob1950 wrote:
> >
> > > I'll second that on Marcos injectors and lifters. They completely
> transformed my 86 Syncro 2.1. Idles very smooth. Comes off idle quicker and
> stronger. More power up hills and getting a little better gas milage. 17 vs
> 16.
> > > Thank you all for the list. I do also use FBook for info. You just
> have to know where to go and when to ignore a site. Easily done in
> notifications.
> > >
> > > Thanks
> > > Bob
> > >
> > > http://idiopath2017.wordpress.com
> > > http://idiopath2018.wordpress.com
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >> On Jun 11, 2019, at 23:46, Dan N <dn92610@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
> > >>
> > >> hi Dean,
> > >>
> > >> my observations here are subjective, some of us may agree, some
> not... so
> > >> take it as they are...
> > >> on our 2 vans, my son's 2WD tintop and my Syncro tintop, both 2,1
> WBX...
> > >> we installed Marco's fuel injectors on both..
> > >> - it was big improvement in responsiveness in acceleration on
> passing on
> > >> freeway at 55mph and up...
> > >>
> > >> we installed later on a set of 1,25 rocker arms from Marco on both
> > >> engines...
> > >> - it's even better... idle is smoother...
> > >> - we feel we have more HP
> > >> - requiring less downshift on uphill grades
> > >>
> > >> so... please take it as is... if you got a set and don't have the same
> > >> result... please don't blame me...
> > >>
> > >> I'd recommend the Marco's injectors first then later 1.25 rocker
> arms...
> > >>
> > >> regards
> > >>
> > >> dan
> > >>
> > >>> On Tue, Jun 11, 2019 at 8:57 PM OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@comcast.net>
> wrote:
> > >>>
> > >>> Dan
> > >>>
> > >>> What do the Marco 1.25Rockers do for You ~
> > >>>
> > >>>> On 11 Jun , 2019, at 8:38 PM, Dan N wrote:
> > >>>>
> > >>>> I don't use FB... I am not sure if I posted or mentioned some of the
> > >>> items
> > >>>> I like... here's a recap:
> > >>>>
> > >>>> - stainless steel coolant hoses
> > >>>> - all the silicone hoses around the engine
> > >>>> - Marco fuels injectors
> > >>>> - Marco 1.25 rocker arms
> > >>>>
> > >>>> dan
> > >>>
>
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