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PostPosted: Fri Nov 20, 2009 2:22 pm    Post subject: Performance FAQS "Sticky's"- *Read before posting* Reply with quote


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lifter compatibility
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alum vs. as41 case
Turbo/EFI on a budget

Type 1 VW motor (New Case)

Wideband Results

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Removing the alternator while engine is still in car
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Too much endplay
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Need to tighten oil pickup tube in case
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Main Bearing #'s List Type I/II/III 1200-1600cc
Assembly lube | Assembly lube
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fuel pump operating lever pin repair
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Idle adjust on 34-PICT-3
HOW TO: Re-Bushing Kadron Throttle Bodies
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The Importance of Carb Heat (Stumble on Acceleration) ** New **

The Megasquirt thread
Help me fix the dellorto dribble!
Setting float level on Weber IDA carbs.

How to- Modify your Kadrons for SVDA! ** new **

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009 Vs vacuum dizzy
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To add a Oil Sump or Not?
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Suspension
The right way to lower or raise the rear of an air-cooled VW

Misc.
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COOL motor combos to 200+hp
General info and pics

Installing GAB-FAB Weber Windows for Carb Access




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VW Training Videos on Youtube



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