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posted on June 4th, 2010 at 01:42 PM
Which motors are 36 h.p.?
I'd like to know which Type 1 motors (capacity/year) are 36 h.p., specifically complying with the 36 h.p. challenge definition of what's a
conforming motor.
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posted on June 4th, 2010 at 06:48 PM
Peter,
The following description is extracted from the 36HP Challenge website covering the motor requirements.
BASIC ENGINE: 36hp (25hp) engine case (block) with stock 36hp cylinder head studs in stock locations(8mm studs O.K.), original VW 36hp head, Okrasa,
Denzel and new Wolfsburg West Okrasa replica aftermarket 36hp heads with or without modifications are allowed(no 1200-1600cc or Porsche based heads!).
All engine sheet metal, to include a “functioning generator and cooling fan” are mandatory in all engine classes along with stock 36hp or period
36hp aluminum valve covers and gaskets(replica alloy valve covers for 36hp heads are O.K.!). Transmission must be a Volkswagen 4 speed
swing(non-synchro or full-synchro) or I.R.S. original or modified Bug transmission( five speed conversions and Hewland style transmissions not
permissible!). The front end may be lowered using commonly available VW axle beams, spindles or devices “excluding NARROWED axle beams” in ALL
classes! Rear sway bars or camber compensators are acceptable and “Moon Disc” style hub cabs when securely installed following USFRA, ECTA, LTA,
Texas Mile, DRLA or Verneukpan Speedweek guidelines may be used in ALL classes.
NOTE: Nitrous systems are not allowed in 36hp Challenge cars or 130 Mile Per Hour Club categories ! ! !
CLASSES:
SS (Stone Stock)-Stock 36hp engine with single 28 PCI carburetor with no modifications except VW venturi and jet replacements. Must be equipped with a
stock VW style exhaust system and tips, air cleaner, VW Bosch branded distributor and coil(Pertronix Ignitor, full flow oil system and engine
balancing are O.K.!). Extractor exhaust systems not allowed!
and they were from 1954 to 1960.
