I am not sure if this is the same thing that Kyle was bringing us, but read on... VW Trends: August 1998 Feature Article Headline: 1.25:1 Radio Rockers for the Waterboxer "Its no secret the Vanagon, with its Waterboxer engine, is somewhat lackiing in the performance department. When you have a vehicle with the aeordynamics of a boxcar and a 100hp engine, the performance will be somewhat underwheliming. Well, Fast German Auto of Santa Clara, California has a set of 1.25:1 rocker arms that will give a boost in performance, is easy to install, and is inexpensive to boot. We paid a visit to the guys at Fast German Auto to see just how simple the installation is. "If you would like to know more about Fast German Auto's Vanagon engine reguilds or about its performance parts for the Waterboxer engine, call the number in the source box; a staff member will be happy to answer your questions." Fast German Auto 2911 South Oak Santa Ana, CA 92707 Lots of pictures of installation. "Fast German Auto estimates the power gain to be about 10 percent over stock. How's that for quick and easy bolt-on performance?" ====================== Now that I have gone to the trouble to type this in, anybody care to call them and find out the real dope?
_____________________________________________________ Derek Drew New York, NY & Washington DC ConsumerSearch drew@interport.net 212-580-6486 (W) 212-580-4459; 202-966-0938 (H) |
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