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Subject:[SVXVanagon] Re: SVX into Syncro
From:Andrew Grebneff
Date:Tue, 13 Apr 2004 22:50:22 +1200

>Seems like the throttle body clearance is a major problem. About the
>only way to get around the physical space restraints that I can see
>is to have an adaptor fabricated, that fits between the throttle
>bodies and the plenum, which effectively turns through 90 degrees and
>makes the two throttle body intakes point downwards. Then two hoses
>could be connected and run off to join up with the plastic air box which is
>now mounted to the left side. Would/could that work, do you think?
>
>It's an alternative to making the air box thinner, which could
>constrict the air flow and leave the SVX gasping at higher revs.
>
>Keep up the good work and keep us posted.
>
>Vinnie

Hi Vincent

The factory inlet manifolds will be tuned. ANY alteration of length
or to a lesser degree shape will adversely affect the engine's
performance (at least, on a dyno... you might not be able to tell on
the road). The open space before the inlet venturis is most likely
critical...
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Regards
Andrew

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