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Subject:Re: More Turbo Diesel Questions
Date:Tue, 10 Dec 1996 12:35:09 +0200

Robert, about the quantum engine swap to Vanagon..

>> I am wondering if anyone has the part # for the exaust pipe
>>that will go from the turbo to the muffler, or will this part need to be
>>made localy?
>
>When I got to that point, I towed my camper to a local muffler shop,
>and had them make the pipe from the turbo exit to the muffler.   The pipe
>makes a U turn from the turbo and runs outside the engine cover.
> I found a larger diameter muffler looking through the local auto parts
>catalog.  The whole deal cost about $95.  An alternate would be and
>try for the factory van TD parts from Germany or England.
>
>Brent

The replace for the pipe between the turbo charger and the muffler
will cost DM 310.- at VAG dealer. Part number for a '82 TD Vanagon is
068 251 171E. I guess it's cheaper to weld this locally.

Helmut
'80 Camper