Easiest/cheapest upgrades?

droopz Slammed & Awesome Dubber

97 posts · joined Nov 2005 · 18 Nov 2005, 10:15 am

#430000

Hey guys... New to the bug world and just wanted to get a feel for what I can/should do to get this air-cooled moster pulling a little harder.

As far as i know, I have a refreshed 1600 (12v), with 4-1 extractors and a single barrel carby of some kind.

Ive done a few searches and couldnt really find anything else i can so to tickle her up a bit, so if anyone can suggest anything else id be very greatful.

[ Edited on 18-11-2005 by droopz ]

barls Administrator Causer of Chaos and Mayhem

9,473 posts · joined Jun 2004 · 18 Nov 2005, 11:44 am

#430021

a twin barrel progressive webber is a good upgrade but fuel economy suffers twin carbs are the best option but expensive.
here are a few threads on getting more out of the 1600tp.
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewthread.php?tid=25357
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewthread.php?tid=26056
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewthread.php?tid=25817
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewthread.php?tid=24850
another option is to put a bigger engine in there, the common favorites are the t4 kombi motor and the ej22 subaru motor. both conversion are well documented on here

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droopz Slammed & Awesome Dubber

97 posts · joined Nov 2005 · 18 Nov 2005, 12:44 pm

#430051

Thanks heaps dude. Looks like most of the cheap stuff has already been done. I might look into a T4 conversion but it looks like it might be more money that its worth to me. This is just a toy for playing in the dirt with.

Thanks again dude.

barls Administrator Causer of Chaos and Mayhem

9,473 posts · joined Jun 2004 · 18 Nov 2005, 1:46 pm

#430067

not a problem you might want to try a big bore kit then and a cam

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lohoon Wolfsburg Wizard

466 posts · joined Sep 2002 · 18 Nov 2005, 2:29 pm

#430088

On a budget the cleverest thing to do is an oil change,tappet adjustment,new pionts,check yer plugs n leads and timing.A bit of a carbi tune - wala
Then at least you know what you've got is running at its best
And if playing in the dirt get a quality air filter and oil it up!

droopz Slammed & Awesome Dubber

97 posts · joined Nov 2005 · 18 Nov 2005, 2:36 pm

#430089

Thanks both of you! Where could i order a 'big bire kit' from and what dies it entail?

All the things you mentioned lohoon are definatly first on the lis though. Thanks again.

barls Administrator Causer of Chaos and Mayhem

9,473 posts · joined Jun 2004 · 18 Nov 2005, 2:53 pm

#430094

its a set of pistons and barrels that are bigger than stock. most vw places carry them in stock
it does mean pulling the heads but you can increase the engine size to 1680 with out machining

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pete wood 23 Windows of Awesome

6,828 posts · joined Jan 2004 · 18 Nov 2005, 3:12 pm

#430100

are 1679 barrels any good?
I heard they overheat easily and warp causing blowby between the head and the barrel. Is this true?

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