

| Subject: | Re: Swap update |
| From: | Tom Carrington |
| Date: | Mon, 11 May 1998 09:49:41 -0400 |
David Marshall wrote: > > I am using the Audi Fox dual outlet manifold on my swap. The inline four > VW engines take very well to free flowing exhausts. I would definatly try > to get the Audi Fox / Dasher manifold and the down pipe. If you mount the > dp "backwards" and bend it up slightly it is a perfect fit. The dual > outlet VW Rabbit manifold should work if you have someone who good at > bending exhaust pipe. When reading this, please keep in mind that David is using a KEP engine adapter and a custom-made engine mount. With the stock diesel bellhousing on the tranny, the manifold/exhaust system David mentions may not clear the driver side engine mount. > > Another thing I strongly recommend. Replace the crank shaft oil seal. > Something like $10 for the seal but with $500 knowing that it isn't going > to leak any time soon. Amen to that. I even went a step further and bought my seal at the dealer...cost twice as much as the generic, but considering the hassle to replace it.... Note to Ken W- Don't forget to get a new pilot bearing! There isn't one in the end of the motor you pulled from the Scirroco! TomC '82 Westy former diesel - using stock diesel exhaust http://www.relitech.com/tomc/tomvw.htm
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