Vanistan 2.2 engines: Lets hear some more reviews!

insyncro · Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 11:54 am Post subject:

Don't mention dyno testing Exclamation

geo_tonz · Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 12:03 pm Post subject:

furrylittleotter,
As this thread was obviously started with the intent of discussing the Vanistan motor maybe you should direct those questions over here?
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=4...highlight=

You've obviously been there as you are quoting it so why not post there?
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PDXWesty · Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 12:18 pm Post subject:

kryptkat · Samba Member Joined: November 08, 2008 Posts: 236

I have a stock Syncro with a bare bone DJ motor in it and I am really impressed with the power band in that motor. Off the line pick up is good enough to keep up with all the modern vehicles and I can do 75mph all day on the freeway. I would like to compare it to the Vanistan motor so if anyone is around the Orange County California area and would like to do a test drive comparison and talk Vanagon, please contact me.

insyncro · Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 1:06 pm Post subject:

SCP_Austin · Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 1:20 pm Post subject:

The creator of the Vanistan motors hasn't Dyno tested, but that isn't to say a fellow Sambanista has not. I am not a numbers on motors--as I am interested in the motor due to the quality of the work. However, I would be very interested in seeing Vanistan 2.2 compared to a DJ motor. Whether that is a side by side drag race or Dyno figures...is TBD.

The beauty of America is choice. Anyone who has a motor can choose to Dyno it if they want. They can choose to share it if they want.

I freaking love America.

Zeitgeist 13 · Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 1:52 pm Post subject:

furrylittleotter · Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 2:06 pm Post subject:

insyncro · Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 2:18 pm Post subject:

IIRC, the Vanistan 2.2 has been dynoed and the sheet is available in another thread.

The WBXhaust has not be dynoed to show the diffference between stock and "tuned".

Chris's work and products speak for themselves.
If you feel the need to dyno them...go for it.

Ahwahnee

Before this descends into playground braggadocio perhaps someone can yet answer the OP's question:

Rocky Mountain Westy · Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 2:30 pm Post subject:

[email protected] · Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 2:40 pm Post subject: 2.2 VS mK-3

I am waiting for the parts of my 1.9 L gas wbx. I saw something from k engineering about doing adapters for using a jetta MK3 into a vanagon with automatic. I have seen a few of those, I am concerned about the gear ratios - with an automatic that should not be a problem. As I found out, the head studs are the weak part of the 1.9? I have a 83 vanagon with a 1.9 diesel in it, too cold to use with all the snow on the ground... From what I have heard, there isn't that much difference between the 1.9 wbx and the 2.2. That is .3 Liter in displacement. the mk-3 has 1.8 Liter and 2.0 liter, I don't know what the curve is like, from what I have heard, the mk-3 has a much better power curve. That engine is a little easier to work on than the wbx and is more reliable than the wbx. In California one might be hard pressed to meet emissions, We don't have that much of a problem in the mid-west.

jberger · Samba Member Joined: November 17, 2003 Posts: 2476

I posted an experience with a build similar to the vanistan 2.2 in my Homebrew 2.4 thread. I'm sure Chris's build is more refined with cam choice etc... but, without a doubt, the best bang for buck engine out there. That said, I will be replacing my 2178 with 2.4 version 2 as soon as I get it built. My goal would be to have the torque of a high comp 2.4 with the free revving of the 2178. This combo is QUITE a bit more expensive to build than a 2.2 though (Therefor, bang\buck)

jberger · Samba Member Joined: November 17, 2003 Posts: 2476

I can also say that my fauxistan build is capable of quite nice MPG numbers and also some not so nice if I keep my foot in it.

On a recent 225 Mile round trip to Hollister Hills OHV with 5 bikes, trailer, hitch carrier, thule box, gear for camping and riding, 6 people and 100lb dog I averaged 18.7 mpg holding a steady 3400 rpm, 205/70/15 tires.

I also have gotten as low as 15mpg while lightly loaded just blasting around locally.

insyncro · Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 3:42 pm Post subject:

Fauxistan

carterzest · Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 4:04 pm Post subject:

regis101 · Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 5:41 pm Post subject:

Have to ask. Are Chris and Rocky in cahoots?
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carterzest · Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 5:59 pm Post subject:

regis101 · Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 6:15 pm Post subject:

Save the drama.
I'm only asking since they both seem to have the passion.
If one is busied up, it'd be nice to know there is a second chance
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geo_tonz · Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 6:23 pm Post subject:


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