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  • Re: S&S Headers - how about Techtonics ?
    Historical mailing list - Daniel Brideau
    Wed, 14 May 2003 14:36:53 -0400
    Is there any chance of seeing the Techtonics kit I read about on volkscafe.com? I have installed two on other vehicles, and was...
  • Re: More Exhaust System for I-4 Comments
    Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
    Tue, 4 Jan 2000 18:47:14 EST
    ...Pictures of both are in the Techtonics catalog. Frank Grunthaner
  • Re: Anyone seen Gowesty's Digifiant replacement?
    Historical mailing list - Chris S
    Thu, 19 Jul 2018 07:44:41 -0400
    ...So far I am pleased with the Techtonics cam, chip, and adjustable cam gear. I will be installing an AEG exhaust header for more...
  • Re: recommend a multimeter
    Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
    Mon, 26 Feb 2001 07:14:55 -0800
    Techtonics sells one that is also sold by Harbor Freight. I paid $12 but they are on sale now for $10, item 30756. It...
  • Liquid transmission mounts?
    Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
    Tue, 15 Apr 2003 21:15:35 -0700
    ...FWIW, they're still available from performance VW tuners, try Techtonics Tuning. Gregory Smith '84 Vanagon Olympia, WA USA __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? The New...
  • Re: Canadians buying from US suppliers.
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Mon, 27 Apr 1998 17:26:00 -0700
    ...I ordered a Techtonics exhaust for my 1980 Rabbit Pickup. I got nailed duty on the parts. UPS said that it was for an...
  • Re: Distributor Shaft Pin
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 8 Jun 2017 17:11:54 -0700
    ...They have the pin listed under "engine", not "ignition" http://techtonicstuning.com/main/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2_13_61_251...
  • Re: Exhaust Systems
    Historical mailing list - Patrick Dooley
    Sun, 1 Mar 1998 22:09:19 -0500
    Techtonics Tuning (503 843 2700) has the best fitting exhausts at the best price of anyone I know. They also carry stainless systems. Definitly...
  • Re: Diesel valve cover oil leak
    Historical mailing list - Scott Walker
    Mon, 16 Oct 2000 11:24:24 -0400
    ...Corrado G60 style one piece valve cover gasket. Seals much better. Techtonics Tuning www.tttuning.com has a complete upgrade kit for $20. These...
  • Re: Gauge too high ...
    Historical mailing list - Dennis
    Wed, 12 Jan 2005 21:53:08 -0500
    ...The folks at techtonics normally suggest a matching radiator temp sensor installed at the same time so the rad fan kicks in earlier. My...
  • Re: Walker Super Turbo Muffler
    Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
    Wed, 29 Apr 1998 18:56:47 -0400
    ...So Walker, Borla, Edelbrock, Schnitzer, Ansa, Supersprint, Techtonics etc. etc. are all selling snake oil right? If a plugged cat reduces power, why won...
  • Re: AHU MTDI vs. ABA?
    Historical mailing list - Chris S
    Mon, 9 Sep 2019 07:48:50 -0400
    ...I have lots of power on top, especially with Techtonics cam, chip, AEG exhaust manifold. I can cruise at 80, a speed I actually...
  • Re: inline hybrid motor?
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Sat, 28 Mar 2015 19:53:26 -0700
    ...It is just not in a 'convenient' form but it is available...I found the guys from Techtonics Tuning, a well respected and long...
  • Re: TiicoTransplant Engine Question?
    Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
    Sat, 23 Feb 2002 09:44:58 -0500
    ...My Jetta has a chip and a sport exhaust from Techtonics. It makes enough power and torque to break the front wheels loose when...
  • Re: A new project..inline 4 VW van
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Mon, 7 Jun 2010 01:17:49 -0700
    ...Uses a Techtonics adapter to hold the distributor. Mounting at 15 degrees as deck height is not an issue for Dokas. Had a 1...
  • Re: Ceramic Coat Catalytic Converter?
    Historical mailing list - Dennis
    Thu, 17 Nov 2005 19:52:07 -0500
    ...I've had a stainless Techtonics system on my daily driver (salty winters too) for 10 years now...the same exhaust. It still looks...
  • Re: Distributor Shaft Pin
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Thu, 8 Jun 2017 19:37:29 -0700
    ...They have the pin listed under "engine", not "ignition" > > http://techtonicstuning.com/main/index.php?main_page= > product_info&cPath=2_13_61_251...
  • Re: Anyone seen Gowesty's Digifiant replacement?
    Historical mailing list - Chris S
    Thu, 19 Jul 2018 12:15:50 -0400
    ...on a 1.8T. > > So far I am pleased with the Techtonics cam, chip, and adjustable cam gear. I will be installing an AEG...
  • Re: Ball joints
    Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
    Mon, 17 Aug 2015 12:43:25 -1000
    ...is it T3 Techtonics for suspension stuff ? On 8/17/2015 11:08 AM, Jeff Schwaia wrote: > Upper are easy. No press needed, can...
  • Re: 1.8 to 2.0 aba swap
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Wed, 30 May 2012 09:16:48 -0700
    ...These fellows at Techtonics Tuning were quite helpful to me during my swap. Look in the Tech Tips section. http://techtonicstuning.com/main/index...
  • Re: Diesel parts questions for I-4 (TiiCo) conversion
    Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
    Wed, 3 Oct 2001 11:14:47 EDT
    ...As for the timing belt, I found a racing grade belt built for higher engine bay temperatures after discussions with Techtonics. The belt is...
  • Re: How to throw a rod
    Historical mailing list - Pat Dooley
    Thu, 17 Aug 2000 19:36:53 -0000
    ...A heavy duty Techtonics mount completely eliminates this problem. So the gizmo count stands at one $24 motor mount, or a fresh factory mount...
  • Re: I4 Happenings in turbovans land
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Tue, 28 Jun 2011 07:55:19 -0700
    ...I had some pipes 'bent', configuring the primaries to the lengths I got from the Gurus at Techtonics Tuning. "Pre-emptive" motor change...that...
  • Re: Higher output alternator?
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Sun, 13 Jun 2010 22:08:38 -0700
    ...I am waiting on a "Power Steering delete" kit from Techtonics Tuning...I want to have that in hand before I pull my motor...
  • Re: Walker Super Turbo Muffler
    Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
    Wed, 29 Apr 1998 08:09:55 -0400
    ...the company that does some great work with fwd VW performance: Techtonics, this is the muffler that they use in their performance exhausts. Yes...
  • Re: I4 Happenings in turbovans land
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Mon, 27 Jun 2011 08:40:50 -0700
    ...http://www.techtonicstuning.com/main/index.php?main_page=page&id=8&chapter=5 I do not have the Tiico package in my van...
  • Re: An Engine Conversion Begins-Mixed Emotions!
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Sun, 15 Sep 2013 07:33:40 -0700
    ...Techtonics Tuning ( > http://www.techtonicstuning.com/main/index.php) had the few parts I > needed to do the head swap. It was quite simple...
  • Re: Distributor rotor heat damage? (Solving intermittent engine stall)
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 21 Jan 2017 16:53:17 -0800
    ...It's easy to get the > wrong cap/rotor button combo. > > I have my eyes on the techtonics tuning dizzy made specifically for ABS...
  • Re: Anyone seen Gowesty's Digifiant replacement?
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Thu, 19 Jul 2018 07:37:57 -0700
    ...So far I am pleased with the Techtonics cam, chip, and adjustable cam gear. I will be installing an AEG exhaust header for more...
  • Load vs fuel consumption..
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Thu, 26 Mar 2015 20:25:18 -0700
    ...premium fuel with a decent octane rating....I was told, by Techtonics Tuning as they helped me with parts and specifications for exhaust, etc...
  • Re: Exhaust Pipe Question
    Historical mailing list - Dennis
    Thu, 16 Sep 2004 09:15:35 -0400
    ...Check out the dyno tests at www.techtonicstuning.com A quick intro to the theory: http://www.powerflowsystems.com/review/12-00.shtml A...
  • Re: An Engine Conversion Begins-Mixed Emotions!
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Sun, 15 Sep 2013 05:02:20 -0700
    ...Techtonics Tuning ( http://www.techtonicstuning.com/main/index.php) had the few parts I needed to do the head swap. It was quite simple...
  • Audi a4 wheels and 16V engines
    Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
    Wed, 25 Apr 2001 06:45:18 -0000
    ...Does Techtonics have a setup for this? Ideas? I know there are alot of you out there and would like as much input as...
  • FS '90 Passat Wagon (in WV)
    Historical mailing list - John Anderson
    Mon, 23 Sep 1996 23:05:45 -0400
    ...replaced soon out of warranty various warranty repairs, all receipts new Techtonics performance exhaust, cat back fairly new brakes and tires all round. all...
  • OT FS: 88 Jetta GLi
    Historical mailing list - Chris
    Wed, 18 Aug 2004 19:40:39 -0500
    ...etc Recaros are in good shape front and back Also new techtonics exhaust, neuspeed sofsport with bilstein hd Teardrops are in decent shape The...
  • Re: Load vs fuel consumption..
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Sat, 28 Mar 2015 10:11:53 -0700
    ...revs to see if it was knocking....However, the Gurus at Techtonics Tuning told me that I *should* burn premium because this particular combo...
  • Re: An Engine Conversion Begins-Mixed Emotions!
    Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
    Sun, 15 Sep 2013 06:50:24 -0700
    ...of the inline motor, done often in other VWs.� Techtonics Tuning ( http://www.techtonicstuning.com/main/index.php)� had the few parts I needed...
  • Re: Distributor rotor heat damage? (Solving intermittent engine stall)
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Sat, 21 Jan 2017 17:05:13 -0800
    ...It's easy to get > the wrong cap/rotor button combo. > > I have my eyes on the techtonics tuning dizzy made specifically for > ABS...
  • Re: Walker Super Turbo Muffler
    Historical mailing list - James Cohen
    Thu, 30 Apr 1998 01:26:44 -0600
    ...It's called "understanding the physics". > >So Walker, Borla, Edelbrock, Schnitzer, Ansa, Supersprint, Techtonics etc. >etc. are all selling snake oil right? To a...
  • Summary on inline gas motor upgrade project..Long post
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Fri, 1 Oct 2010 22:23:51 -0700
    ...I found Techtonics Tuning, a well known Oregon VW sport tuning shop, who sells parts to do just the swap I did....I spent...
  • Re: I4 Happenings in turbovans land
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 28 Jun 2011 20:00:10 -0700
    ...I had some > pipes 'bent', configuring the primaries to the lengths I got from the > Gurus > at Techtonics Tuning. > > "Pre-emptive" motor change...that...
  • Re: Digifant II... ?
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Fri, 1 Mar 2002 20:14:31 -0800
    ...I would suggest getting a Techtonics exhaust system before any other modification - good for the torque. After that a 266 or a 268 cam...
  • Re: OT FS: 88 Jetta GLi
    Historical mailing list - Chris
    Wed, 18 Aug 2004 23:13:34 -0500
    ...etc > Recaros are in good shape front and back > Also new techtonics exhaust, neuspeed sofsport with bilstein hd > Teardrops are in decent shape > > The...
  • Re: I4 Happenings in turbovans land
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 27 Jun 2011 11:55:53 -0700
    ...Below is a link to their > tech tips page outlining the ABA/1.8 liter head swap. > > http://www.techtonicstuning.com/main/index.php...
  • Re: An Engine Conversion Begins-Mixed Emotions!
    Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
    Sun, 15 Sep 2013 12:00:51 -0400
    ...Techtonics Tuning ( > http://www.techtonicstuning.com/main/index.php) had the few parts I > needed to do the head swap. It was quite simple...
  • Re: AHU MTDI vs. ABA?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Mon, 9 Sep 2019 10:15:28 -0700
    ...Westy Syncro. > I have lots of power on top, especially with Techtonics cam, chip, AEG > exhaust manifold. I can cruise at 80, a speed...
  • Re: Longer Lasting Clutch?
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Tue, 26 Apr 2011 06:47:21 -0700
    ...Another suggestion is to check all the VW tuner sites, check on VW Vortex or try Techtonics Tuning in Oregon. You may also have...
  • Re: An Engine Conversion Begins-Mixed Emotions!
    Historical mailing list - Bill Monk
    Sun, 15 Sep 2013 14:01:15 -0400
    ...Techtonics Tuning ( > http://www.techtonicstuning.com/main/index.php) had the few parts I > needed to do the head swap. It was quite simple...
  • Re: An Engine Conversion Begins-Mixed Emotions!
    Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
    Sun, 15 Sep 2013 09:35:25 -0500
    ...Techtonics Tuning ( > http://www.techtonicstuning.com/main/index.php) had the few parts I > needed to do the head swap. It was quite simple...
  • Re: Load vs fuel consumption..
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Fri, 27 Mar 2015 10:03:05 -0700
    ...premium fuel with a decent octane rating....I was told, by Techtonics Tuning as they helped me with parts and specifications for exhaust, etc...
  • Re: I-4 conversion general info
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Sun, 25 Oct 2015 08:24:38 -0700
    ...few leads to get you going....try the VW Vortex pages. Techtonics Tuning, a VW specific parts place in Oregon has lots of parts...
  • Re: Exhaust Pipe Question
    Historical mailing list - Calle Fallberg
    Fri, 17 Sep 2004 10:31:37 +0200
    ...s planned power curve. > > Check out the dyno tests at www.techtonicstuning.com > > A quick intro to the theory: > http://www.powerflowsystems.com/review...
  • OT FS:1988 Jetta GLi 16v ..long..
    Historical mailing list - Chris
    Tue, 7 Sep 2004 21:39:21 -0500
    ...ago) Recaros are in good shape front and back Also new techtonics exhaust, neuspeed sofsport with bilstein hd (less than 1000 miles on exhaust...
  • Re: An Engine Conversion Begins-Mixed Emotions!
    Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
    Sun, 15 Sep 2013 08:43:55 -0700
    ...Techtonics Tuning ( > > http://www.techtonicstuning.com/main/index.php) had the few parts I > > needed to do the head swap. It was quite simple...
  • Re: Load vs fuel consumption..
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sat, 28 Mar 2015 12:13:52 -0400
    ...premium fuel with a decent octane rating....I was told, by Techtonics Tuning as they helped me with parts and specifications for exhaust, etc...
  • Re: White Westy convoy, I-4 gasser advice
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:28:18 -0700
    ...I have about $7-maybe $8 hundred into the whole motor, including some parts I got from Techtonics Tuning to make the hybrid 1...
  • Re: [Diesel-Vanagon] leaking head gasket ?
    Historical mailing list - mike twombley
    Wed, 21 Jan 2004 10:06:07 -0800
    ...I believe ARpm makes the kit and I know Techtonics Tuning is a distributor. This will put the clamp on the cylinder head for...
  • Re: Some thoughts Mansi Speed products.
    Historical mailing list - Manny Melo
    Mon, 31 May 2021 21:55:23 -0700
    ...Those two coupled with Techtonics Tunning chip, (2.1 wECU rev D) totally unlocks the power gains from those rockers. And that smoother power...
  • Re: I-4 conversion general info
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Sun, 25 Oct 2015 11:58:17 -0700
    ...few leads to get you going....try the VW Vortex pages. Techtonics Tuning, a VW specific parts place in Oregon has lots of parts...
  • TiiCo Vibes, Flex joints, etc.
    Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
    Mon, 15 Oct 2001 09:25:06 -0400
    ...be made into a useable flex joint) kicking around (came from Techtonics, couldn't fnd it in thier online catalog though http://www.tttuning...