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posted on November 16th, 2007 at 03:08 PM
65 Beetle 356rwhp (2500cc WRX STi)


I figured I'd share my VW finally. I've had it running now for a few years, but just recently strapped it down on our dynojet. Enjoy...

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Engine:
2.5L WRX STi Short Block
Portflow WRX Head
Crower Cams
Crower Retainers
Crower Springs
Supertech +0.5mm Valves
Outback Oil Pan
Unorthodox Crank Pulley
AEM Alternator Pulley

Transmission:
Rancho Pro Drag Transmission
KEP Twin Disc
KEP Pressure Plate
KEP Flywheel
KEP Engine Adapter
Sway-A-Way HD Axles
EMPI Shifter

Fuel Injection:
AEM Race EMS
RC 1000cc/min Injectors
Walbro 255 Fuel Pump
AEM Fuel Pressure Regulator
AEM Fuel Filter
E85 Pump Gas

Exhaust:
IHI VF23 Turbo
DC Sports Exhaust Manifold
DC Sports Up Pipe
DC Sports Muffler

Intake:
STi V8 Intake Manifold
RC 65mm Throttle Body
Turbonetics Blow Off Valve
K&N Air Filter

Cooling:
Spearco Intercooler
Spal 6.5” Fans (x2)
C&R Radiator
Fluidyne Radiator
Fluidyne Oil Cooler
Spal 14” Fan

Brakes:
Airkewld Cross Drilled Front Brakes
Airkewld Cross Drilled Rear Brakes
Dual Master Cylinder
Stainless Brake Lines

Suspension/Structural:
KCW 4in Adjustable Beam
KYB Shocks
CSP Torque Bar
CSP HD Tranny Mount
Gene Berg Tranny Mount

Wheels:
HRE Model 311 Fuchs 17x9
Porsche 911 Fuchs 16x7
Toyo RA-1 235/45ZR17
Toyo T1-R 185/50ZR16

Interior:
Lilliput LCD Touchscreen
Sparco Steering Wheel
Porsche 993 OBC Tachometer
Procar Rally Seats by Scat
Powell Roller Throttle Pedal

Exterior:
Porsche Headlights
Car Craft Rear Fenders
Car Craft Deck Lid
Moon Eyes Stainless Rack

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posted on November 16th, 2007 at 03:41 PM



holy crap i just wet my pants :) I hope my bug turns out half as nice. I need some in car footage, please tell me you have some video of it....what does it run?

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posted on November 16th, 2007 at 06:29 PM



very cool and tasteful ,, it just made my night ,,,,

mid if i ask a quick question ?? hows the rancho tranny goin ?? i have been looking at these myself ?? and tips or advice hows yours handeling the hp




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posted on November 16th, 2007 at 06:41 PM



Your car is the perfect blend of old school and new school. Fantastic job mate.

Any video of the car?

If I ever stop stuffing around with my 58 an EJ25 would be on the cards for my VWRX too.




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posted on November 16th, 2007 at 08:14 PM



Holy crap, that's awesome. The front is pretty low, does it get enough cooling air to where ever the radiator is?

It must be fun to drive.




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posted on November 16th, 2007 at 08:25 PM



Thats impressive! Big dollar engine.....welllllllll bloody done
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posted on November 17th, 2007 at 12:32 AM



Thumbs up from me

one of the best I have seen todate

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posted on November 17th, 2007 at 06:15 AM



Excellent work!!:starhit:

That must be a blast to drive.
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posted on November 17th, 2007 at 10:07 AM



I see you run a radiator, intercooler and oil cooler all in the tail end. Do you have any comments on how this works? I imagine heat soak would be a big issue but I'm happy to find out otherwise. Also It looks as though you did not move the engine/transaxel forward to much, do you have any early shots of the back end coming together?

Any info/advice greatly appreciated.

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posted on November 20th, 2007 at 10:33 AM



That is very special!! Please tell us more.
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posted on November 20th, 2007 at 01:04 PM



Cooling was the biggest challenge, however, I have it nailed down now. I am using 2 radiators.

The main (C&R) radiator sits just behind the relocated rear firewall. That gets it air via 2 air ducts from underneath the vehicle. This rad also has a big SPAL fan triggered above 90C.

The other radiator is actually a Fluidyne oil cooler. This is the guy you see on top of everything in the center. It gets its air from the roof's airflow.

Also, I replaced the factory oil cooler with a Fluidyne air to air. This sits behind the left rear tire.

Also, I have 2 small SPAL fans mounted to the Spearco intercooler.


Moved firewall (old picture)

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One of the airducts from underneath feeding the main rad

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Air to air oil cooler

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Powdercoated coolant tank

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posted on November 20th, 2007 at 01:09 PM



Nice work.

Did you get my email?

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posted on November 20th, 2007 at 01:15 PM



cool nice work and good to see you have gone off on your own tangent. Tell me did you keep it a swinger for any particular reason? I bet you don't come off the gas mid corner ever lol ;)

If you get a chance please tell me everything as I'm currently building a similar car http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=55183 and would love to hear you opinions.


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posted on November 21st, 2007 at 01:37 PM



I chose the swing axle setup (with sway-a-way axles) over IRS for superior strength.

I destroyed 2nd gear on my old Rancho ProStreet trans, so I went with aftermarket 1st and 2nd gears on this Rancho ProDrag trans.
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Anodized 1/4" Aluminum Plate (STi Motor Mounts to CSP Torque Bars). I have since then swapped out the suby mounts for solid mounts.
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This thing will do some nasty wheel stands so I had to fab up a Wheelie-Safe Gas Tank Sump
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posted on November 27th, 2007 at 03:47 PM



Powdercoated Valve Covers
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Anodized Adjustable FPR
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Twin Disc
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posted on November 27th, 2007 at 03:55 PM



Your like a very slow stripper, slowly revealing more and more. :D



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posted on November 29th, 2007 at 01:07 PM



Speed Sensor Trigger Wheel I fab'd up to work w/ the Porsche 993 tach
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posted on November 29th, 2007 at 02:19 PM



Touchscreen that controls the entire programmable fuel injection system on the fly.

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posted on November 29th, 2007 at 05:29 PM



Crazy, I'd love to see you head to head against Reub_revhead and his VWRX.

Now that would be a drag meet to remember.




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posted on November 29th, 2007 at 07:12 PM



Don't think I'd stand a chance.....at the moment anyway....



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posted on November 29th, 2007 at 08:36 PM



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posted on November 29th, 2007 at 10:39 PM



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never doubt yourself reubs! :blush:


I do know of a worthy engine though....sponsorship could be good....:blush:




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posted on November 29th, 2007 at 11:22 PM



Hmmm Rigoli 2.6 stroker on 30 psi boost should sort this out, now where did I leave that 20k ;)



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posted on November 29th, 2007 at 11:30 PM



True....:tu:

Thanks for sharing more pics of this sweet bug too Jeremy (?)




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posted on November 30th, 2007 at 03:02 PM



Brand New 2.5L STi block

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SuperTech Oversized Valves

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Crower 264 Cams

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Shortened Pan vs Stock Pan

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posted on November 30th, 2007 at 03:32 PM



m8 looks good! Are those valves 1mm oversize or bigger?JVL
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posted on November 30th, 2007 at 07:12 PM



wow is all ill say at this point in time



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posted on November 30th, 2007 at 08:44 PM



Who did your pan and if its not to rude whats one worth? keep those pictures coming

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posted on December 1st, 2007 at 02:52 AM



I've just had a warm, sticky feeling.

That's well sweet
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posted on December 1st, 2007 at 08:58 AM



Unbelievable!!:rolleyes: Where are you located?

Keep it coming.... How did you remount the apron and rear bumper?

You dont happen to have any videos do you? I think that would really make me cream my pants!

Very nice buddy..
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