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Subject:Re: BenT VW items
From:Dan N
Date:Wed, 12 Jun 2019 11:59:11 -0700

hi Dean,

Marco injectors are different from OEM injectors (see pics)..I didn't test
and compare single hole nozzle versus quad holes nozzle (see pics). As far
as the 1.25 rocker arms I know that they will give the valves a better lift
which means better exhaust flow and better intake flow.

https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/album_page.php?pic_id=1834956

https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/album_page.php?pic_id=1834957

On Wed, Jun 12, 2019 at 8:24 AM OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@comcast.net> wrote:

>                 Dan
>
>         Am looking into this for a Friend in SantaFe for whom I just
> finished an install
>
> of the GoWesty EFI + New Injectors so it's just the Rockers I'm interested
> in ~ Thanks
>
> for the info ~
>
>                                                         ORR ~ DeanB
>
>
> On 12 Jun , 2019, at 8:39 AM, Dan N wrote:
>
> > hi Dean,
> >
> > I'd suggest to try Marco injectors first .... easier to install...
> >
> > injectors
> >
> > https://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=2209878
> >
> > and then later the 1.25 rocker arms - it requires to remove the old
> rocker arms, instal new ones, turn the piston to TDC, and adjust the
> preload 1.2 or 2.00 turn after contact... a little bit more work or bring
> the van to the mechanic (which I did  because I am not familiar with
> preload setting procedure, he charged me $50.00 including a set of new
> valve cover seals)...
> > 1.25 rocker arms
> >
> > https://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=2216246
> >
> > no intention to give free advertising for Marco but the injectors result
> is amazing and when combine it with 1.25 rocker arms result it's even more
> amazing.
> >
> >
> >
> > On Wed, Jun 12, 2019 at 7:26 AM OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@comcast.net> wrote:
> >                 @ DanN & MBob
> >
> >         Which is it > Rockers or Lifters? & Where do You get them ~
> >
> >
> > On 12 Jun , 2019, at 5:50 AM, Mbob1950 wrote:
> >
> > > I'll second that on Marcos injectors and lifters. They completely
> transformed my 86 Syncro 2.1. Idles very smooth. Comes off idle quicker and
> stronger. More power up hills and getting a little better gas milage. 17 vs
> 16.
> > > Thank you all for the list. I do also use FBook for info. You just
> have to know where to go and when to ignore a site. Easily done in
> notifications.
> > >
> > > Thanks
> > > Bob
> > >
> > > http://idiopath2017.wordpress.com
> > > http://idiopath2018.wordpress.com
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >> On Jun 11, 2019, at 23:46, Dan N <dn92610@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
> > >>
> > >> hi Dean,
> > >>
> > >> my observations here are subjective, some of us may agree, some
> not... so
> > >> take it as they are...
> > >> on our 2 vans, my son's 2WD tintop and my Syncro tintop, both 2,1
> WBX...
> > >> we installed Marco's fuel injectors on both..
> > >> - it was big improvement in responsiveness  in acceleration on
> passing on
> > >> freeway at 55mph and up...
> > >>
> > >> we installed later on a set of 1,25 rocker arms from Marco on both
> > >> engines...
> > >> - it's even better... idle is smoother...
> > >> - we feel we have more HP
> > >> - requiring less downshift on uphill grades
> > >>
> > >> so... please take it as is... if you got a set and don't have the same
> > >> result... please don't blame me...
> > >>
> > >> I'd recommend the Marco's injectors first then later 1.25 rocker
> arms...
> > >>
> > >> regards
> > >>
> > >> dan
> > >>
> > >>> On Tue, Jun 11, 2019 at 8:57 PM OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@comcast.net>
> wrote:
> > >>>
> > >>>               Dan
> > >>>
> > >>>       What do the Marco 1.25Rockers do for You ~
> > >>>
> > >>>> On 11 Jun , 2019, at 8:38 PM, Dan N wrote:
> > >>>>
> > >>>> I don't use FB... I am not sure if I posted or mentioned some of the
> > >>> items
> > >>>> I like... here's a recap:
> > >>>>
> > >>>> - stainless steel coolant hoses
> > >>>> - all the silicone hoses around the engine
> > >>>> - Marco fuels injectors
> > >>>> - Marco 1.25 rocker arms
> > >>>>
> > >>>> dan
> > >>>
>