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  • Re: Attention TDI Gurus! What is hotter, oil or compressed air?
    Historical mailing list - Bj�rn Ratjen
    Mon, 25 Nov 2002 16:58:04 -0800
    ...The activation temperature of thermostatically controlled fans on intercoolers is usually 70 C. This would have been a perfect question for the TDI-conversion...
  • Re: Relocating the battery to the rear of the van - ideas anyone???
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Mon, 3 Feb 2003 22:46:21 -0800
    ...I > absolutly have to as it is a great source of fresh air for an intercooler or > oil cooler. > > Thanks in advance! > > > David Marshall >
  • Re: Source for small auxiliary coolant pump? (oil cooler idea!)
    Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
    Mon, 8 May 2000 16:15:39 -0500
    Dear Karl, Subaru makes a coolant pump that outputs 1800L/hr for their air/water intercooler -- expensive, but it is designed for your application...
  • Re: Who throws more rods contest, was: Re: SUBIE VAN ENGINE FIRE...LISTER NEEDS HELP in PA
    Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
    Thu, 12 Jul 2007 19:33:30 -0400
    ...camshaft & cam followers, cylinder head gasket, cylinder block, crankshaft pulley, turbo/intercooler units, inlet & exhaust manifold, rear main seal, rocker assembly, push rods, timing...
  • Newbie/ Syncro Westie Diesel Conversion Questions
    Historical mailing list - Kevin & Lisa Sellitti
    Tue, 17 Aug 1999 11:51:39 -0400
    ...Clutch do I use? Just what do I do about the Intercooler? Is there an OEM/Aftermarket one available? I read somewhere that the...
  • Re: Over heated and need more power!
    Historical mailing list - Tom Miller
    Tue, 24 Aug 2004 12:41:27 -0400
    ...I am > installing an intercooler. Short of installing a TDI is there anything I > can do to get more power or torque from this...
  • Re: '89 new to list--question regarding throttle delay off idle.
    Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
    Thu, 5 May 2005 07:27:50 -0700
    ...Good luck and welcome to the List. > Dan > 89 Westy 4 speed Casey Biodiesel: '87 300TD intercooler (205k) '84 300D (200k) Gasser: '89 Vanagon...
  • Re: Need AFM adapter so different aircleaner or cold air intake can be used- to cone or no!
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 19 Jan 2009 22:19:49 -0800
    ...I then mounted a Dawoo radiator fan in a push > configuration, driving air through the Saab intercooler mounted on the > underside of the fan...
  • Re: Engine conversion.
    Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
    Tue, 4 Jan 2000 16:54:50 EST
    ...I better stop here before I have turbos and intercoolers shoe-horned in. One plus for this unit would be the elimination of all...
  • Who syncro-knows it all?
    Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
    Mon, 4 Sep 2006 13:15:54 -0700
    ...Has anyone done this? TIA -- Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler #22 (218k) '84 300D (216k...
  • Re: potential hydraulic mounts for vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Myron Lind
    Mon, 24 Feb 2003 10:29:28 -0500
    ...more cleanup, but something (air box [without an intake resonator]) or intercooler piping, etc is rattling away around 50 mph. I wouldn't define...
  • Re: Where do I find a new door lock actuator harness adapter?
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Sun, 28 Jan 2007 18:02:01 -0800
    ...WA > Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative > state" > '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec > (222k) > '84 300D (219k) > Gashuffer: > '89...
  • Re: I'll bite on the diesel conversion thread..
    Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
    Tue, 12 Dec 2006 22:30:59 -0800
    ...WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89...
  • Slow diesel thread-misc. ramblings
    Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
    Thu, 14 Dec 2006 17:11:01 -0500
    ...I rebuilt my diesel and even added a rebuilt quantum turbo (for sale to anyone interested) with an intercooler. I even had a snorkel...
  • Re: Superchargers?
    Historical mailing list - pat
    Thu, 7 Jul 2011 00:04:47 -0400
    ...Either way you need an intercooler, intake piping and management. A supercharger (like a Lysholm, not a G60), is good for around town and...
  • Re: Gas to Diesel conversion Legal in CA
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 18 Jun 2008 17:16:12 -0700
    ...He claims that the TDI is a much better deal than the TD, even the TD with intercooler. Anyone know of a conversion person...
  • Re: Relocating the battery to the rear of the van - ideas anyone???
    Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
    Mon, 3 Feb 2003 22:39:32 -0800
    ...as it is a great source of fresh air for an intercooler or > oil cooler. > > Thanks in advance! > > > David Marshall > > Fast Forward Automotive Inc...
  • Re: BLUE TEC
    Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
    Mon, 26 May 2008 19:23:17 -0700
    ...t think you can.' > nice thought though !! > > Do you have an intercooler ? > If not that would be your next practical step forward I'm...
  • Re: Reply Function
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
    Fri, 4 Aug 2006 16:46:19 -0400
    ...WA > > > > Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" > > > > '87 300TD intercooler #22 (216k) > > > > '84 300D (216k) > > > > Gashuffer: > > > > '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) > > > > http...
  • FS: 1.9TD with complete FF Vanagon Conversion Kit (PDX, OR ) $4500
    Historical mailing list - David J
    Sun, 19 Aug 2007 15:50:54 -0700
    ...Plus an intercooler. Here are three pics: http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y41/orhiker/DieselEng3.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y41/orhiker/DieselEng2...
  • Caravelle VR6 & TDI
    Historical mailing list - Tore Vefferstad
    Wed, 27 Mar 96 10:41:12 +0100 (MET)
    ...2,5 l TDI (diesel with turbo and intercooler.) This is the same engine as in the Audi A6, but tuned to have more...
  • Re: Limited Slip v. Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Sam Stone
    Sat, 30 Dec 2006 10:44:58 -0600
    ...WA > Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" > '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) > '84 300D (218k) > Gashuffer: > '89...
  • Re: Custom Scoop Update - Should you care!
    Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
    Sat, 24 Aug 2002 00:26:20 +0100
    ...send air through an > external engine oil cooler, and a turbo intercooler. Mounted in the spaces > behind the right and left rear wheels, respectively...
  • Re: diesel conversion
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sun, 1 Aug 2004 09:01:11 -0500
    ...Does anyone have an intercooler? Does it make a large >difference? > >Thanks again. >Skip Emmert > > >
  • Diesel conversions for Vanagons??
    Historical mailing list - Veedub
    Thu, 9 Mar 2006 10:52:12 -0500
    ...on the coast range. > They overheat easily, and really need an intercooler which is > difficult to install. > > While I am a biodiesel advocate/activist...
  • Re: TDI conversion...
    Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
    Mon, 22 Aug 2011 22:57:12 -0700
    ...someone suggest a shop to do the conversion for me? > > The intercooler was sitting on the ground when the wrecker took it > away, but...
  • Re: Advice on TD engine problem
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Thu, 28 May 2015 16:23:20 +0000
    ...Easy mods for more power, once the > intercooler is added. The low end torque makes it much more drivable that a > high-strung 'modern...
  • TDI, TD and 2.0L conversions
    Historical mailing list - Bj�rn
    Fri, 28 Aug 1998 19:31:45 -0700
    ...Add an intercooler and you can get a little over 80 HP. Used and new TD engines are available. If you want more power...
  • Re: Friday Thoughts about Turboing a Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Fri, 13 Dec 2002 21:41:30 -0800
    ...Add an intercooler from an Audi 2.2L 'MC' Turbo motor, a G60 260 degree cam shaft and a Fast Forward knock sensing ignition...
  • Re: diesel conversion
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Tue, 3 Aug 2004 17:37:01 -0500
    ...intercooling the TDs could help some too. > > A 1.9TDI with intercooler would be best of all but I doubt that Vic > quoted you...
  • Re: Anyone tried quiet car?
    Historical mailing list - Nathaniel Poole
    Thu, 21 Dec 2006 14:19:46 -0800
    ...WA > Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" > '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) > '84 300D (218k) > Gashuffer: > '89...
  • Re: 1985 Vanagon - Ford Focus Engine alternative
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Fri, 11 Jan 2008 16:07:52 -0800
    ...there is another cooling system for the intercooler, and there is more intake plumbing, and there is an oil feed and return. The supercharger...
  • Re: What could it be?
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 7 Sep 1995 16:52:02 -0700
    ...was described as being a rectangular cast aluminum or magnesium "intake intercooler looking box." For the life of me I can't imagine what...
  • Re: gauge recommendations
    Historical mailing list - Allan Bagley
    Tue, 12 Feb 2002 22:48:32 -0800
    ...boost pressure gauge, air temperature gauge monitoring air exit temperature from intercooler, oil temperature in auxiliary oil scavenger sump, and fuel trip computer to...
  • Re: VW Trends and Eurospec STILL LACK of power...
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Sat, 22 Jan 2000 12:31:50 -0800
    ...Installing the intercooler will present some challanges too - you can't get something for nothing! The turbo charger cooling is quite good on these...
  • Re: ?G2 on G60 Corrado?
    Historical mailing list - Carl Hansen
    6 Jun 1997 13:40:38 -0600
    ...The intercooler under the fender, seems to be in good shape also, at least what I can see bending down on my left knee...
  • Re: Addition engine cooling thoughts/ Oil Cooler Issues
    Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
    Sun, 19 May 2002 14:45:34 EDT
    ...A mirror image of the air flow system is used on the driver's side to mount the SAAB air-to-air intercooler. Here...
  • Re: 10 1.9l TDi's available!
    Historical mailing list - mike barker
    Wed, 24 Mar 1999 09:17:44 -0500
    ...They > wanted $2000 for the TDI engine, turbo, intercooler, ecu, wiring harnesses, > fusebox, accelerator pedal pot, and all engine accessories. Pretty good > deal IMO...
  • Re: (OT) harbor freight tools
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sun, 27 Aug 2006 00:01:30 -0500
    ...WA > Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" > '87 300TD intercooler #22 (217k) > '84 300D (216k) > Gashuffer: > '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) > http...
  • Re: port matching intake manifolds to heads
    Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
    Mon, 21 Jan 2008 05:56:19 -0800
    ...I can't quantify the benefits gained, but these changes along with adjustments to the injection pump and the addition of an intercooler and...
  • Victoria VW show mini-report
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Thu, 28 Jun 2001 08:46:33 -0700
    ...The engine install looks stock, expect for the air to air intercooler and its associated small scoop intake on the hood. Russell is still...
  • Re: Scoop Update and oil cooler
    Historical mailing list - Mark Thoma
    Thu, 11 Jul 2002 19:56:13 -0700
    ...I did the same thing on the driver's side of the van for the Saab intercooler that feeds the turbo diesel. It wasn...
  • Re: Over heated and need more power! (diesel)
    Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
    Tue, 24 Aug 2004 07:03:02 -0600
    ...I am > installing an intercooler. Short of installing a TDI is there anything I > can do to get more power or torque from this...
  • Re: Turbo Diesel Purchase
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 30 Oct 1996 10:57:22 +0100
    ...The Diesel provides 50 PS as the Turbo Diesel provides 70 PS, and, if you like to add an intercooler, around 75 PS. The...
  • Re: How Much Hosepower Is Lost In Wheel Size?
    Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
    Thu, 15 Feb 2001 22:14:57 -0700
    ...1.9l TD relatively stock, some minor intake and exhaust mods, injection timing very carefully set, but no fueling quantity mods or intercooler. This...
  • Re: gauge recommendations
    Historical mailing list - Mike Moery
    Tue, 12 Feb 2002 22:50:15 -0900
    ...boost pressure gauge, air temperature gauge monitoring air exit temperature from intercooler, oil temperature in auxiliary oil scavenger sump, and fuel trip computer to...
  • Re: diesel conversion
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Sat, 31 Jul 2004 15:56:41 -0700
    ...Does anyone have an intercooler? Does it make a large > difference? > > Thanks again. > Skip Emmert > __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Helps protect you from...
  • Re: finding a new engine?
    Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
    Tue, 1 Dec 1998 21:54:20 -0600
    ...The VG-30ET requires no intercooler, although an air to water unit can be fitted for increased power. It makes in the neighborhood of...
  • Re: Bostig intake hose
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sun, 3 Aug 2014 10:02:25 -0700
    ...It's rated to 350F > and used in airplanes for air routing. > > Another option are "intercooler piping kits" which are admittedly more > robust, but...
  • Re: 3.4liter v6 to 1.9liter turbo4 conversion in progress.
    Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
    Wed, 17 Aug 2005 09:46:02 -0700
    ...I will be using the extra oil cooler I picked up for my rx7, and an air/water intercooler(another oil cooler from the...
  • The TriStar TDI Syncro lives! :-)
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Thu, 1 Apr 2004 18:55:52 -0800
    ...Another big 'left to do' is an intercooler. Right now I have a custom piece of aluminium joining the output of the turbo and...
  • Re: Superchargers?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Thu, 7 Jul 2011 00:26:52 -0700
    ...Sure, you need an exhaust manifold > and > exhaust plumbing- throw in another $200. > Either way you need an intercooler, intake piping and management. > > A...
  • Re: Temp gauge problem resolved
    Historical mailing list - David Milo
    Sun, 15 Oct 2006 20:38:43 -0400
    ...WA > > Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative > > state" > > '87 300TD intercooler/propane injection #22 (219k) > > '84 300D (218k) > > Gashuffer: > > '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition...
  • Re: Turbo wasserboxer
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Overmyer
    Fri, 20 Jun 2003 13:53:26 +1000
    ...would probably not hold the pressure, find a >place for an intercooler, and shield the turbo from splashing water in the >event of rain...
  • Re: Cockpit of a C-141
    Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
    Mon, 28 May 2007 14:59:24 EDT
    ...the yellow backlit gauges, periodically flick the radiator, oil cooler and intercooler fan override switches to check the function of the monitoring lights and...
  • Re: Limited Slip v. Syncro
    Historical mailing list - -------------------------
    Tue, 26 Dec 2006 11:43:40 -0500
    ...WA > Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" > '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) > '84 300D (218k) > Gashuffer: > '89...
  • Re: Hello Frank....
    Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
    Mon, 23 May 2005 16:53:09 EDT
    ...I have additional egt gauges, cylinder head temp gauges, trans oil temp gauges, intercooler temp gauges as well as others, but no mounting room...
  • xr4ti venting and 928 P
    Historical mailing list - Radish150
    Tue, 6 Feb 2001 22:42:04 -0800
    ...was nothing but a turbo PINTO motor and (mine was without intercooler) was slow as hell, a contemporary supra would eat it's lunch...
  • Re: TIICO/ABA engine question
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:07:08 -0800
    ...especially if an intercooler is fitted. turbo's can wear out. And idiot driving the snot out of a turbo engine, gas or diesel...
  • Bostig Turbo update
    Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
    Tue, 4 Jan 2011 19:51:48 -0800
    ...Kit came with the Turbo, intercooler w/2 fans, piping, hardware, heat shields, DashDAQ unit for data logging, Zeitronix logger, Saab APC, Wideband O2...