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stevensjames
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Joined: October 18, 2012
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Location: Murrieta, Ca
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 Posted: Sun Jan 29, 2017 11:17 am Post subject: New to watercooled 1987 GTI |
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I just purchased a 87 GTI and new to the whole water-cooled scene as I have always had air-cooled but I wanted to try something new. So, I can not seem to find anyone that can tell me how or even if I can lower my new project. Also, I have seen some really nice engine swaps. What would be a good choice, I have been eyeing some Audi engines but not sure what would be a good choice. Anyone able to point me in the right direction?  |
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ps2375
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Joined: April 24, 2014
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Location: Meridian,ID
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| Posted: Sun Jan 29, 2017 1:39 pm Post subject: Re: New to watercooled 1987 GTI |
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Best way to lower a mkII is with coil-overs. Either a kit on the stock(modified) struts or a full aftermarket kit. Cut springs is just plain dumb. You can bag it too.
Motor swaps are as varied as you want, VR, 1.8T, ABA... depends upon how much power and complication you want. |
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TDCTDI
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Joined: August 31, 2013
Posts: 12858
Location: North Carolina
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| Posted: Sun Jan 29, 2017 2:43 pm Post subject: Re: New to watercooled 1987 GTI |
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If it runs & drives, LITFA (leave it the f*** alone) & beat the ever lovin dog snot out of it, replace the engine when (if) it dies.
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GOFUNDYOURSELF, quit asking everyone to do it for you!
An air cooled VW will make you a hoarder.
Do something, anything, to your project every day, and you will eventually complete it. |
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