In a message dated 3/11/99 12:50:27 PM Eastern Standard Time, Mwlf@AOL.COM
writes:

<< information there that may translate to the waterboxer, ie. head sealing,
 horse power, etc. >>

SPECIFICATIONS
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Engine: Horizontally opposed 6 cylinder, DOHC 4valves per cylinder, all
aluminum, water cooled
Bore/stroke: 85.5mm x 72.0mm Displacement: 2.5L. or 2,480cc Horsepower:
201@6,000 rpm
Torque: 180 lb-ft @4,550 rpm Compression ratio: 11.0:1 Cd: .31 (top up)
Fuel system: DME controlled FI Induction: 2-stage resonant induction,
w/Varioram
Drivetrain: 5 speed manual, or 5speed Tiptronic-S
Suspension: Front: MacPherson struts, aluminum transverse and longitudinal
links, coil springs
Rear: Transverse & Longitudinal links, toe link, coil spring
Body: Unit steel
Dimensions: Curb weight: 2,550 lbs Wheelbase: 94.5" Length: 162.7" Width:
68.5"
Brakes and Wheels: Dual circuit, power assist, internally vented discs, ABS-5
6x6.0" front,16x7" rear aluminum alloy
Fuel Economy: 17/25 mpg
Factory Performance: 0-60mph: 6.8 seconds Top Speed: 149 mph

All this --and in a vanagon?.....THATS scary!!!