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Mal evolent Samba Member
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Posted: Tue Mar 06, 2012 7:21 pm Post subject: |
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way too much "I don't understand what you said so thet proves you're wrong" going on around here. yet another thread that demonstrates that half the population is of below average intelligence. _________________ 73 Beetle Baja, Ghia front brakes, Type 3 rear brakes, 2220 ( 94 X 80 ), Weber Progressive, Bosch SVDA, '97 Mustang seats
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surfbeetle Samba Member
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Posted: Wed Mar 07, 2012 8:46 am Post subject: |
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Mal evolent wrote: |
way too much "I don't understand what you said so thet proves you're wrong" going on around here. yet another thread that demonstrates that half the population is of below average intelligence. |
Just wondering which half is the below average... the purists or the converts... _________________ 67 Beetle Build Thread
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Ghia Nut Samba Member
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Posted: Wed Mar 07, 2012 9:02 am Post subject: |
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Tram, if this were the 60's, the 70's, hell maybe just maybe even the 80's Id stick with a type 1 engine. Id like to think by the way you guys make it sound, german vw parts could be found at your local drug store, and thats great. Id also like to believe that this is how it is today, but its not. Ill never forget my dad blew his 1200cc engine back in 1960 something. He went to the stealership and bought a 1500cc dual port out of a bus, he loved the hell out of that car, that was fast to him, but he said the thing was damn reliable. $250 though, which was of course quite a bit of money then but he loved the performance vs the 1200 which apparently was a piece to begin with. These things don't happen to us kids these days when concerning vws, and we cant help that let alone spend 3k for a stock engine thats worth its salt. And for those of us who would like to go slightly faster, 5k for a dated design just seems a bit... wasteful and opening yourself up for disapointment. If this were the way backs where german parts grew on trees, then yeah, Id hot rod the hell out of a type one, but its getting way to expensive to do this and reliably of parts and builders is too questionable to bet 5000 dollars on. This is not to say that type1 engines aren't cool, its just they arent made like they used to be, which is something every one can agree on, even us young folks. I think jake has made another good point concerning a german designed engine with chinese parts, its just not right. If vw was still able to make a good reliable 100% factory long block like they did back then for 1000 a pop for the next 25-30 years, hell yeah Id do that, but Id also like to have a million dollar annual paycheck. Wish in one hand and $#!+ in the other and see which one fills up faster. Again if its a pre 60, keep it stock or what ever you want to do. Are you guys really going to hate on a fat chick with suby engine? I mean it wasn't like you were going to restore the fatty to show room condition and make it a trailer queen _________________ '59 typ1 rajay turbo
'72 Ghia rajay 1641 dual 36DRLAs, 1 3/8" SS merged header and fat boy
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bugnut68 Samba Member
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Posted: Wed Mar 07, 2012 9:50 am Post subject: |
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I think the Subaru conversion is a great fit for VWs, particularly buses and Vanagons. I probably wouldn't do one for a Bug, as I'm simply not willing to put in the necessary planning for mounting the radiator/lines, etc., but that's just me.
I'd rather see/hear a Subie in a VW than a stupid rotary engine... a rotary is one of those engine sounds that can turn my good mood foul just within seconds of hearing it. Lol.
That being said, I think it's more of a thing of people wanting to do something different with their car... the number of people truly driving their performance-built air-cooled VWs for 10s of thousands of miles is extremely small, from my observations. Certainly not mainstream anymore. I think more people tear their engines down and change/upgrade/rebuild out of boredom or desire for a new combo than necessity.
For those that play with these cars as a hobby/past time, jetting and adjusting carbs, adjusting valves, etc., is no big deal.
My views would be different for someone wanting to drive one of these ancient cars as primary transportation each and every day, and everywhere. |
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Tram Samba Socialist
Joined: May 02, 2003 Posts: 22711 Location: Still Feelin' the Bern- Once you've felt it you can't un- feel it.
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Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 1:26 am Post subject: |
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I already don't have a VW drivetrain. The only thing VW about my 2276 is the case, which has been modified. All the other components are aftermarket. |
This is a "Type None" engine, meaning it is comprised of nothing VW..
I already don't have a VW drivetrain.
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For me, "keeping it VW" is a moot point at this juncture. |
If more people sat down with a spreadsheet and looked at the composition of their engines and cars they'd see that they aren't really VWs anymore just the way you have. I did this myself.
With my 356 restoration into an Outlaw I have used more OEM components than any VW build I have ever experienced.. Hell I even called the dealership and ordered window rubber and window moulding that came in a Porsche box and it didn't cost anymore than what I just bought for my 66 Bug resto from a "quality" source.
The entire VW is dependent upon the aftermarket world and thats why the aftermarket world can create things at lower quality and they are still accepted. There are no "options" like I have experienced with my 356 and part of that is because VW abandoned the vintage VW the way that they did.
Now there is an engine option and I am quite sure it will turn the industry upside down and inside out. |
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Jake Raby Samba Member
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Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 6:08 am Post subject: |
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Ten years ago this thread would have been locked because about 2% of the following would have been open to the Suby conversion... Five years ago that number would have been greater, but the thread would have been a HUGE pissing contest between air and water enthusiast. Back then even I would have been debating against the Suby, but today it just makes sense, especially for those who want EFI, A/C and modern amenities in their vintage VW.
Today the interaction is more respectful and people are tired of overpriced, under developed, substandard components offered by the majority of the VW industry. These people and their associated business models will catalyze the move toward engine alternatives even more and have already made the "alternatives" more accepted than ever before.
Do the same thing or create something new; I have chosen to do both. _________________ Jake Raby
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surfbeetle Samba Member
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Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 9:36 am Post subject: |
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If you go to http://vwkd.co.uk/bb/ the have a link to a pdf guide that talks about what's needed to convert an aircooled to watercooled. With a bus, you can install a belly mounted radiator and have a suby such as DOHC ej20-25. In a Ghia or type 3, you can put the radiator in front and use a DOHC. The bug can have a DOHC but it's more difficult, IRS you have to move the engine and trans forward. With a swingaxle, there are some other tricks plus engine bay mods that need to be done. By far, a SOHC subaru engine is the easiest to install. _________________ 67 Beetle Build Thread
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JustBuggy Samba Member
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Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 10:32 am Post subject: |
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Jake, are you doing any work on the 6 cyl. Subs? |
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Jake Raby Samba Member
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Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 11:22 am Post subject: |
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JustBuggy wrote: |
Jake, are you doing any work on the 6 cyl. Subs? |
Yes. The focus at the present is the development of the 4 cylinder engines internally to be optimized in an ACVW application. This is one of the bigger challenges~
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VWKDF Samba Member
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Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 12:02 pm Post subject: |
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Jake Raby wrote: |
JustBuggy wrote: |
Jake, are you doing any work on the 6 cyl. Subs? |
Yes. The focus at the present is the development of the 4 cylinder engines internally to be optimized in an ACVW application. This is one of the bigger challenges~
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I wish you the best of luck. Can't wait to see you develop. |
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Altema Samba Member
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Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 2:02 pm Post subject: |
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VWKDF wrote: |
Jake Raby wrote: |
JustBuggy wrote: |
Jake, are you doing any work on the 6 cyl. Subs? |
Yes. The focus at the present is the development of the 4 cylinder engines internally to be optimized in an ACVW application. This is one of the bigger challenges~
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I wish you the best of luck. Can't wait to see you develop. |
ROTFL!
I really don't see a big deal with the conversion, and a conversion which maintains the integrity of the vehicle without hacking it to bits should be appreciated. It's not like we're putting a mid-engine turbo diesel in it!
I'd say the bad part of a Subi conversion is when it's justified by saying VW engines are crap, which depends on who built it, and with what parts. Although I love a well built AC engine, the Subi will be lower maintenance with more out-of-the box power, and I think we all can agree on that... |
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JSMskater Samba Grease Gorilla
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Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 2:16 pm Post subject: |
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Jake Raby wrote: |
JustBuggy wrote: |
Jake, are you doing any work on the 6 cyl. Subs? |
Yes. The focus at the present is the development of the 4 cylinder engines internally to be optimized in an ACVW application. This is one of the bigger challenges~
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I *think* what I'm seeing there are rough casting molds shapes for the "feet" of the intake manifold where it bolts to the head, correct? or perhaps molds of the internal volume and shape...
since neither look stock to what I have on my Ej22, my guess is you're playing with the idea of shifting the body and throat of the manifold rearwards, to give better clearance at the firewall side in a VW, or so that you can "flip" the manifold more easily for the same purpose.
if its the internal shape/volume, then it would be an intake air flow re-design you're customizing for the VW application.
either way, very neat. _________________ 71 Squareback-FI -- 73 Bay (subaru powered)
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Mal evolent Samba Member
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Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 4:09 pm Post subject: |
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Just wondering which half is the below average... the purists or the converts... |
neither.
the ones who think they are going to change the other guys mind if they just keep shouting their point of view louder and more often... when it has not worked anywhere it has been tried, ever... _________________ 73 Beetle Baja, Ghia front brakes, Type 3 rear brakes, 2220 ( 94 X 80 ), Weber Progressive, Bosch SVDA, '97 Mustang seats
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modok Samba Member
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Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 5:40 pm Post subject: |
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JSMskater wrote: |
Jake Raby wrote: |
JustBuggy wrote: |
Jake, are you doing any work on the 6 cyl. Subs? |
Yes. The focus at the present is the development of the 4 cylinder engines internally to be optimized in an ACVW application. This is one of the bigger challenges~
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I *think* what I'm seeing there are rough casting molds shapes for the "feet" of the intake manifold where it bolts to the head, correct? or perhaps molds of the internal volume and shape...
since neither look stock to what I have on my Ej22, my guess is you're playing with the idea of shifting the body and throat of the manifold rearwards, to give better clearance at the firewall side in a VW, or so that you can "flip" the manifold more easily for the same purpose.
if its the internal shape/volume, then it would be an intake air flow re-design you're customizing for the VW application.
either way, very neat. |
that's the exhaust ports |
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Jake Raby Samba Member
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Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 7:36 pm Post subject: |
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_________________ Jake Raby
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Ghia Nut Samba Member
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Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 8:10 pm Post subject: |
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Jake has a casting there or cross section of the Subaru head, one exhaust track is longer than the other, not really optimal but how else would Subaru do it? I bet this aides the boxer rumble as well... god I love that sound. Can remember why its done this way as iirc there is either a water passage or something there.
Mr. Raby, tell me you are not trying to redesign the wheel of Subaru heads, they couldn't possibly flow any more... _________________ '59 typ1 rajay turbo
'72 Ghia rajay 1641 dual 36DRLAs, 1 3/8" SS merged header and fat boy
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Beetspeed Samba Member
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Posted: Fri Mar 09, 2012 5:49 am Post subject: |
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Well, if you want to convert to watercooling, why not do it to the max right away and even stay Volkswagen:
Passat W8, 4.0 ltr. Its short enough anyways
(its not ending up in one of my cars: I am gonna make a coffe-table out of it ) _________________ '75 SB 1303 2,4ltr T4 turbo: 10.58 @ 129.9mph
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Jake Raby Samba Member
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Posted: Fri Mar 09, 2012 6:02 am Post subject: |
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The Suby heads can flow more..
I don't like the sound of the Suby engine and there are many things responsible for it.
My JR28 doesn't sound like a suby or a VW. _________________ Jake Raby
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Altema Samba Member
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Posted: Fri Mar 09, 2012 9:34 am Post subject: |
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Jake Raby wrote: |
My JR28 doesn't sound like a suby or a VW. |
Sound clip! Sound clip! |
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Jake Raby Samba Member
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Posted: Fri Mar 09, 2012 11:46 am Post subject: |
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Altema wrote: |
Jake Raby wrote: |
My JR28 doesn't sound like a suby or a VW. |
Sound clip! Sound clip! |
In time.. I can't even finish the website due to all the developmental stuff I am working so hard to finish. _________________ Jake Raby
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