Looks like a really clean install. Is that
engine brand new? Where did you source it? I've considered this in
the past and decided that it would take a re-engineer of the whole
vehicle. How are you handling the heat buildup from a turbo engine?
How do you get airflow through the intercoolers? I used to have a Volvo 245
Turbo. After a hard run at night you could see the glow from the turbo on
the ground beneath the engine. Eventually the paint on the hood and everything
rubber under the hood died from the heat.
We recently installed a TiiCo engine. Bumped the HP
with a few tricks which forced me to realize that I need to improve brakes and
suspension. I'm overdriving the brakes all the time now. Maybe you should
include the S.A. big brake kit, Bilsteins and while your at it how about a
Weddle 5 speed with taller final drive. Everyone should have a $30,000
Vanagon don't you think?
Good luck, I hope you figure this stuff
out!
Gary
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Wednesday, November 07, 2001 11:39
PM
Subject: 1.8t Vanagon
Hi all,
Just wanted
to tell you the 1.8t project is almost complete. There
are just a few bugs to work out. The 91GL really gets up and moves
though. You don't even use 1st gear. This creation can be viewed at
http://photos.yahoo.com/mattman541
Ingredients: (1) 91GL Vanagon, (1) 1.8t Audi engine, (2)
intercoolers & (?) time & money. I'm pretty sure
my friend Matt thinks it's worth it. If anyone else has done a turbo
conversion I would like to know.
Kevin
82 Westy 1.6TD
01 Jetta
1.8t