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> Bolt on power enhancements, what would be your first choice?
Bolt on power enhancements
What would be most important / first choice?
Exhaust (headpipes) [ 10 ] ** [4.88%]
Exhaust (muffler) [ 15 ] ** [7.32%]
complete exhaust [ 90 ] ** [43.90%]
new design cooling fan [ 5 ] ** [2.44%]
electrical engine cooling in addition to stock [ 3 ] ** [1.46%]
Tuned intake plenums [ 3 ] ** [1.46%]
tuned intake assemblies (complete replacement) [ 13 ] ** [6.34%]
Turbo charger system for fuel injection [ 43 ] ** [20.98%]
Turbo charger system for carburetion [ 23 ] ** [11.22%]
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jwalters
post Nov 6 2006, 04:53 PM
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Please, as many people as possible respond to this poll - it WILL affect future availability of bolt-on performance additions!!

Thank you!

PS If you are concerned about anonymity, do not be, voting does not identify you, only typed replies do -

So please, almost 100 views and only a scant handful of votes?!?

Even if you already have your dream equipment do not hold back and vote as if you were once again at the starting grid!!


THANKS!!
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post Nov 6 2006, 08:41 PM
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QUOTE(SirAndy @ Nov 6 2006, 09:30 PM) *

QUOTE(jwalters @ Nov 6 2006, 05:53 PM) *

QUOTE(SirAndy @ Nov 6 2006, 08:44 PM) *

"Kompressor"

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/burnout.gif) Andy


(IMG:style_emoticons/default/WTF.gif)


geee, ever heard of a "Mecedes Benz" ??? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif)

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Be...050104780QQrdZ1

and yes, you call it a super charger. still missing from your poll-choices ...
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/burnout.gif) Andy



(IMG:style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif) And you tried to infer I am not OBSERVANT ---go figure, think again punker boy on what my response was---------

I await eagerly - (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif)
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post Nov 6 2006, 08:45 PM
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QUOTE(jwalters @ Nov 6 2006, 06:41 PM) *

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif) And you tried to infer I am not OBSERVANT ---go figure, think again punker boy on what my response was---------

I await eagerly - (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif)

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/WTF.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif)
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post Nov 6 2006, 08:57 PM
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I have built two Supercharged TIV engines. One of them made 300RWHP, the other one disappeared and I don't believe it has ran yet!!

I have plans for a Supercharger kit for a TIV engine, but haven't worked on it since 2001
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post Nov 6 2006, 08:58 PM
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Are you talking about a stock type IV motor or any motor in general? Depending on what type of motor you have, it all depends on what can be bolted on for a performance gain.

Although I voted for adding a turbocharger for FI because I would believe you could gain the most power than any of the other options, I still believe that it would be a waste of time and money to go that route. You would need some sort of variable pressure fuel pump, ecu that will handle boost, intercooler for the turbo, oil cooler, and some sort of sensor that determines how much fuel to inject under boost.

In America we call it a supercharger or blower, when its on a Mercedes, they call it a Kompressor.
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post Nov 6 2006, 11:23 PM
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QUOTE(Jake Raby @ Nov 6 2006, 06:58 PM) *

The 914 following has already proven that they are not willing to buy a developed 914 Turbo system. The one I created is in the attic collecting rust because of open ended promises from guys with bigger mouths than wallets... Sorry, but its the truth..The sad part is that mine REALLY worked very, very well and made over 170HP on a 100% bone stock 2.0 with 80K miles on it!


Sorry in advance about the hijack
Jake, how much $$$ are we talking here for a turbo setup?
Just out of curiosity (due to the fact that I may wind up setting something up to this effect at some point)
Thanks,
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post Nov 6 2006, 11:49 PM
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Charles, if you have to ask..

If jake doesnt post his price. I remember about 6k.. was what he was talking about.. But its his design, and he probably wont sell it any time soon.


Scooters...

Run 5psi, no intercooler needed. Megasquirt is $300 with a closed loop system (pick your a/f ratio per spectrum, and it automatically adjusts.. BOO YA!) Turbo from junkyard, you'll need to do serious research. or buy a new one for 600. Wastegate, BOV, boost controler,wideband o2 sensor, map sensor, TPS(optional), Temp sensors, and a little tuning ability, welding, bigger fuel pump and bigger injectors (maybe..) to handle the added air, and tap in an oil line and your done.

Its not THAT big of a deal... You just cant run a lot of boost. Jake has posted some of the reasons.. (do a search.) You can build it for cheap as dirt(few have built them for less than 400), to rich mans gold (talk to jake about that one)
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post Nov 7 2006, 09:29 AM
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Complete exhaust, with heat.
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post Nov 7 2006, 12:32 PM
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QUOTE(Eric_Shea @ Nov 6 2006, 06:25 PM) *

Tires.


Damn it Eric beat me to it.
Then Porterfield pads.

Driving school!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tangerine
Mallory ignition

Massive power.
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post Nov 7 2006, 12:53 PM
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Uh, oh, this has become the turbo debate thread. I better go bump "6 vs 4". (IMG:style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif)
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post Nov 7 2006, 01:11 PM
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My kit wasn't just a Turbo kit, it was also an EFI kit with direct ignition AND included my DTM for the 914. It literally was every part from the intake to the exhaust pipe, all you needed was a longblock.. The best part is that every part was designed to work with the rest of the components and install in one weekend.

That was about 5,500 bucks including a brand new Turbo...
BUT cheap bastards pissed me off- that happens..
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post Nov 7 2006, 01:25 PM
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Boost is the way to go for a street motor. Unfortunately the T4 is not a good candidate for it.
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With some intervention and enhancements it can be done effectively.. If you cut corners or don't take it seriously and it'll kill the engine fast..
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QUOTE(jwalters @ Nov 6 2006, 05:07 PM) *

QUOTE(nebreitling @ Nov 6 2006, 08:05 PM) *

actually, i think the 914 aftermarket is actually pretty good. for those bolt-on mods that would actually result in reliable performance gains, we already have numerous options.

the only thing i can really think of that is lacking is 15x7 lightweight 4-bolt wheels.



KONIG -----


Sorry for the Highjack,

Can you enlighten me further? I have done some serious research and I didn't know Konig made a wheel with a large enough mounting face to be able fit a 4x130 bolt pattern. Which wheel?
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post Nov 7 2006, 02:13 PM
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QUOTE(Solo914 @ Nov 7 2006, 02:52 PM) *

QUOTE(jwalters @ Nov 6 2006, 05:07 PM) *

QUOTE(nebreitling @ Nov 6 2006, 08:05 PM) *

actually, i think the 914 aftermarket is actually pretty good. for those bolt-on mods that would actually result in reliable performance gains, we already have numerous options.

the only thing i can really think of that is lacking is 15x7 lightweight 4-bolt wheels.



KONIG -----


Sorry for the Highjack,

Can you enlighten me further? I have done some serious research and I didn't know Konig made a wheel with a large enough mounting face to be able fit a 4x130 bolt pattern. Which wheel?



Yea, it mimicks the VW auto's bolt pattern for many years - I see them on quite a few pre-79 bugs - As you know, the Type-1 is disappearing also - they may not actively advertise these wheels anymore because of this fact. Call them, I am sure they have plenty which have not had the mounting holes drilled yet, and can hook you up....
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post Nov 7 2006, 02:23 PM
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Yea, it mimicks the VW auto's bolt pattern for many years - I see them on quite a few pre-79 bugs - As you know, the Type-1 is disappearing also - they may not actively advertise these wheels anymore because of this fact. Call them, I am sure they have plenty which have not had the mounting holes drilled yet, and can hook you up....


....the only Konig wheel I've ever seen on a 914 was on my car....and that was due to me re-drilling for a 4x100 bolt pattern...
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Five mouse clicks and there I was ---

http://www.konigwheels.com/catalog_product...1&ss_id=143
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post Nov 7 2006, 03:06 PM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Five mouse clicks and there I was ---

http://www.konigwheels.com/catalog_product...1&ss_id=143


yep,
Found those before. So, they come in 2 different offsets and each version has a different size mounting pad.

15x7, 0 offset wheel, 4x1.114.3(big mounting pad)= Wrong offset but the correctly sized mounting pad/hub size

15x7, 40 offset wheel, 4x100(small mounting pad)= Correct offset but the wrong sized mounting pad/hub size

I am still looking into seeing if they can manufacture the 15x7, 40 offset wheel in the larger mounting pad, we will see.

Kyle
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Five mouse clicks and there I was ---

http://www.konigwheels.com/catalog_product...1&ss_id=143


yep,
Found those before. So, they come in 2 different offsets and each version has a different size mounting pad.

15x7, 0 offset wheel, 4x1.114.3(big mounting pad)= Wrong offset but the correctly sized mounting pad/hub size

15x7, 40 offset wheel, 4x100(small mounting pad)= Correct offset but the wrong sized mounting pad/hub size

I am still looking into seeing if they can manufacture the 15x7, 40 offset wheel in the larger mounting pad, we will see.

Kyle


Yes, they can - more importantly, they have a "classic" line which only people in the know, know about. It HAS been awhile, but in all of my hot vdubs and vw trends mags there were always vw parts houses which sold correct bolt pattern Konig's with myriad backspacing. Would not be surprised if many of them still had stock on hand>>>>>>>>
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Easiest way to go faster. (note the period)

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