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Forum: Engines July 25th 2004, 18:52
Replies: 74
Views: 31,624
Posted By TitoRay
If you get a Super Beetle, chances are, unless...

If you get a Super Beetle, chances are, unless they've done it already, you'll need to replace or at least inspect the entire front suspension setup. Ball joints, tie rods, pitman arm bushings,...
Forum: Off Topic July 25th 2004, 18:48
Replies: 31
Views: 17,284
Posted By TitoRay
I almost thought it was a joke. Sad... :(

I almost thought it was a joke. Sad... :(
Forum: Suspension July 23rd 2004, 18:50
Replies: 34
Views: 18,876
Posted By TitoRay
Topline Maxx Struts or similar to allow...

Topline Maxx Struts or similar to allow wider/deeper offset wheels. Strut tower brace, rear Kafer Cup brace, appropriately sized front and rear sway bars. 4 wheel disc brakes. Porche brakes are nice...
Forum: Engines July 23rd 2004, 18:39
Replies: 74
Views: 31,624
Posted By TitoRay
Yes! :agree: Probably the number one reason...

Yes! :agree:
Probably the number one reason why engines catch fire. Mine did the day after a shop(of all people) didn't clamp my hoses... :)
Forum: Engines July 21st 2004, 00:03
Replies: 74
Views: 31,624
Posted By TitoRay
Yes, as in power from ANYWHERE. Drop the hammer...

Yes, as in power from ANYWHERE. Drop the hammer from any rpm and you're goin! :cool:
And, there is something to be said about driving a bug with the tranny it has! You have to experience it.
Forum: Engines July 20th 2004, 17:40
Replies: 74
Views: 31,624
Posted By TitoRay
He can custom build your tranny any way you see...

He can custom build your tranny any way you see fit. The engines have enough power to easily start in second gear but first gear is an extra "burn-out gear." Just say you want to get to 120 mph as...
Forum: Engines July 15th 2004, 05:13
Replies: 13
Views: 8,023
Posted By TitoRay
All the maintenance costs that would be avoided...

All the maintenance costs that would be avoided with a type 4, gas mileage, things of that nature. Nickel and dime, valve adjustments. I'm talkin since I bought the car. Three rebuilds, one after a...
Forum: Engines July 15th 2004, 01:31
Replies: 13
Views: 8,023
Posted By TitoRay
Read the guys topic on Shop Talk Forums about his...

Read the guys topic on Shop Talk Forums about his 1915 turbo that he has been building. I had been strongly considering a turbo type1 but that topic turned me away. Seems like there was way too many...
Forum: Engines July 15th 2004, 01:22
Replies: 74
Views: 31,624
Posted By TitoRay
Ok Mysticle, reading your posts I have come to a...

Ok Mysticle, reading your posts I have come to a conclusion. Get a 2270 from jake Raby that utilizes LNEngineering's nickies.
It's gonna cost a pretty penny (7-10k??)
My mentality towards Jake's...
Forum: Body July 15th 2004, 01:12
Replies: 11
Views: 3,047
Posted By TitoRay
Great to see a post from Carbon Joe! It seems at...

Great to see a post from Carbon Joe! It seems at the moment that you are the exclusive VW carbon fiber part producer in the U.S.
We have no one else in the states to go to (that I know of)....
Forum: Engines July 15th 2004, 01:08
Replies: 2
Views: 6,425
Posted By TitoRay
A 150 hp daily driver engine would be possible...

A 150 hp daily driver engine would be possible via a 2270 from Mr. Raby.
Forum: German Look Tuning July 10th 2004, 14:56
Replies: 69
Views: 33,453
Posted By TitoRay
Mullholland style bugs are probably the most...

Mullholland style bugs are probably the most undesirable of all beetles so I agree with that price.
At the same time, a few minor adjustments(paint!!!!!!!!!) on that ride and it would be a definite...
Forum: Off Topic July 10th 2004, 14:50
Replies: 33
Views: 18,627
Posted By TitoRay
:agree: 100% I was always pumped about the...

:agree: 100%

I was always pumped about the Speed Channel then they just changed. THAT SUCKED! It was a huge dissappointment when they leaned so far towards NASCAR. A seperate NASCAR channel would...
Forum: Off Topic July 7th 2004, 20:16
Replies: 33
Views: 18,627
Posted By TitoRay
Any of you have on-demand? I recently watched the...

Any of you have on-demand? I recently watched the "world racing championships" or whatever. It consisted of drivers from all around the world and from different categories. Nascar, super-bike, rally,...
Forum: Off Topic June 30th 2004, 21:02
Replies: 8
Views: 6,668
Posted By TitoRay
:laugh: :bawling: :laugh: (laughing so hard...

:laugh: :bawling: :laugh:
(laughing so hard I'm crying)
Forum: Engines June 30th 2004, 20:54
Replies: 74
Views: 31,624
Posted By TitoRay
Oh, and we haven't even mentioned turbocharging...

Oh, and we haven't even mentioned turbocharging type 1's and 4's yet. :cool:

One of my favorite sayings, and oh so accurate...credits to the originator. :D

Power, reliability, cheap. You get...
Forum: Engines June 30th 2004, 20:53
Replies: 74
Views: 31,624
Posted By TitoRay
Type 4 engines are generally known to last longer...

Type 4 engines are generally known to last longer and of the dynographs i've seen, some have almost flat torque curves. Power at any rpm range.

~2.3 liter type 4 lasts ~100k miles
~2.3 liter type...
Forum: Engines June 30th 2004, 17:16
Replies: 74
Views: 31,624
Posted By TitoRay
If you have the resources, skills, etc., do...

If you have the resources, skills, etc., do whatever you want. If you have the money, Jake Raby of www.aircooledtechnology.com (thats a .com) is a well respected engine builder who is obsessed with...
Forum: Suspension June 12th 2004, 15:05
Replies: 3
Views: 4,231
Posted By TitoRay
That is what I had in mind, something I'll have...

That is what I had in mind, something I'll have to custom fabricate. The grease caps are just WAY to big, about 30% larger than the hole in the wheel. As I see it, there is no way to fit the grease...
Forum: Members Rides June 12th 2004, 14:56
Replies: 13
Views: 8,560
Posted By TitoRay
:eek: ...and it only gets better. Once...

:eek:
...and it only gets better.
Once again, great car!! :agree:
Forum: Members Rides June 12th 2004, 00:55
Replies: 13
Views: 8,560
Posted By TitoRay
That car is screaming, begging, pleading, clawing...

That car is screaming, begging, pleading, clawing at its owner for 17's. :D
Forum: Suspension June 12th 2004, 00:52
Replies: 3
Views: 4,231
Posted By TitoRay
Speedo Cable/ Grease Cap Issue

On my 1302, I have topline disc brakes up front and 17 inch wheels. The grease caps, including the one the speedo cable connects to, are far too large for the wheels. Has anyone else encountered a...
Forum: German Look Tuning June 11th 2004, 00:48
Replies: 14
Views: 4,779
Posted By TitoRay
I think each coat of paint is like 20 lbs. or...

I think each coat of paint is like 20 lbs. or something? :confused:
:agree: What everyone else said.
But 500 pounds? Thats quite a bit. 1303 is what, 2000 pounds stock or so?
You could save...
Forum: Suspension June 11th 2004, 00:35
Replies: 2
Views: 4,442
Posted By TitoRay
205/40/17 are what I have. Look at my avatar.

205/40/17 are what I have. Look at my avatar.
Forum: Suspension June 3rd 2004, 18:32
Replies: 1
Views: 3,777
Posted By TitoRay
17x7 ET 40mm with 205/40 tires fits perfect. Go...

17x7 ET 40mm with 205/40 tires fits perfect. Go from there. Stock wheels have an unusual offset, something like 15mm. I had 195/50's on 15 inch chrome smoothies and they rubbed like mad before I...
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