These just showed up a couple days ago:
http://www.vwvortex.com/artman/publish/ind...icle_1278.shtml
PJ
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83 Rabbit GTI - future ITB
Type: Posts; User: machschnell
These just showed up a couple days ago:
http://www.vwvortex.com/artman/publish/ind...icle_1278.shtml
PJ
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83 Rabbit GTI - future ITB
I have a few hours of video of a guy running an ITB Rabbit that constantly was hitting b/t 8-9k RPM just to avoid having to upshift for a particular part of the track.
I know I've floated the...
In my neighborhood, I pulled up next to a clean black T-reg with the V8 towing an empty car trailer. Said to myself "Hmm, wonder what he tows". Then I saw the 'BMW Racing' sticker.
Bah!
At...
Are you allowed to remove those DRLs (daytime running lights)?
:-)
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83 Rabbit GTI - future ITB
A home-made video floated around awhile back on vwvortex.com, showing "Cheapass Ron" tearing down an 020 in a driveway at a Scirocco club meeting. I was able to get VWsport.com to host it back then...
My 98 OBDII VR6 GTI dynoed at 168whp/wtq with 60k miles and a GIAC chip, intake, exhaust with the mid-muffler removed. I think with some headwork, and really agressive computer maps, race gas and...
I have the one just mentioned as well, though it was given to me. After adjusting it to make sure it was setup properly, I find it's easy to use and accurate if you use it properly. I guess the...
Or shop ebay, I found 4 new injectors for $25.
PJ
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83 Rabbit GTI - future ITB
I'm looking to replace the master cylinder in my Rabbit GTI with something new. I've replaced everything else in the brake system in the past, but mine is looking pretty rusty, and I'd feel better...
Wow, BSI built? I can't imagine what the interior looks like. They never cease to amaze me...
PJ
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83 Rabbit GTI - future ITB
I've also replaced the coolant sensor on my Rabbit and gotten more consistent start up and idle.
Since it's a race car, I also removed the idle air auxiliary valve and blocked off the hole - less...
Is it necessarily a bad idea to not replace the clutch when you replace the flywheel with a new one?
PJ
There's a guy named Uwe Ross, of Ross-Tech that sells a product called VAG-COM for use with VWs. I think it's $100 for the software and laptop RS-232 cable, I think you can even get it in USB now. ...
The weight up high does make a difference. As far as removal goes, I was ready to cut the roof skin from a non-sunroof Rabbit and tack it over the hole, but a good mechanic I know suggested using...
I've used vwparts.com and thepartsbin.com for OEM parts, and I always get the good stuff, vwparts in is Maryland and ships pretty quick.
PJ
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83 Rabbit GTI - future ITB
Might the foam interfere with the fuel sending 'flotation' device if it's floating around in there?
PJ
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83 Rabbit GTI - future ITB
FWIW, I found masking tape worked better than duck tape - alot stiffer. took a few practice cuts with a *sharp* hacksaw blade, but I got it.
PJ
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83 Rabbit GTI - future ITB
So may I ask why BSI is asking $109 to recurve a core? What kind of advance spring can I use - can't be that expensive to do myself...
PJ
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83 Rabbit GTI - future ITB
What are the pros and cons of running a recurved distributor? Is there more to it than just changing the advance spring?
PJ
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83 Rabbit GTI - future ITB
I'm thinking of buying a new master cylinder, but in looking at the part numbers, I'm wondering if there are any differences b/t MCs that are both 20.64mm and adaptable to power brakes, but have...
I got my adapter from Racer Wholesale, including the Aeroquip lines, etc. The adapter and cooler wasn't real expensive, but the lines were. I would be hesitant to buy anything used like that that...
I want to mount my new shift light on top of the dash - is there anything underneath the vinyl that will offer a solid mount to use some screws or should I bolt it?
Also, what might be a...
With air intake mods, an exhaust (w/ cat) a chip, and no cam or other porting, my car made an estimated 200hp at the crank on a dyno, ~170hp at the wheels. I'm sure removing emissions stuff,...
Hey Glenn, how's it going?
It's possible also that the balljoints are not mounted to the control arm correctly. If the control arms are slotted, one could be moved forward all the way, and the...
Don't forget the 'sister' site:
www.briansgarage.com for more pics and vids
PJ
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83 Rabbit GTI - future ITB