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From: rgolen@UMASSD.EDU
Subject: Re: 'sport' shocks/springs for Golf GTi
Reply-To: rgolen@UMASSD.EDU
Organization: UMASS DARTMOUTH, NO. DARTMOUTH, MA.
Date: Sat, 23 Jan 1993 00:14:25 GMT

In article <1993Jan22.105420.1@ulkyvx.louisville.edu>, kpjone01@ulkyvx.louisville.edu writes:
>In article <19930122.070528.401@almaden.ibm.com>, felix@vnet.ibm.com (Felix Klauser) writes:
>> Does anyone have any recommendations on a 'sport' shock/spring set for an
>> 86 Golf GTi 8V?  I'm looking to upgrade the handling and response of the
>> car without jarring all of my teeth loose.  Any comments or experiences
>> with such brands as Koni, Bilstein, Boge, Sachs, Eibach, Neuspeed and ???
>> are welcome.
>> 
>> Felix Klauser
>
>My suggestions are as follows:
> 
> Tokiko Illumina shocks and Neuspeed springs.
>                 OR
> (I think) Sachs Turbo shocks and Neuspeed springs.
> 
>The Illuminas will cost $$$ but are supposedly worth it and the Sachs are 
>inexpensive but are supposed to give a good ride that is not too harsh.
> 
>I am NOT speaking from experience when I recomment shocks.  I do have the
>Neuspeed progressive springs and I love them.   
> 
>Anyone care to comment?
> 
>Kevin

My vote is for KONI. I have a set with over 80k miles on them including
rallying, autocross and everyday driving. The shocks are well designed,
if they fail, Koni gives you new ones. Also get the externally adj.
rear shocks. Koni also has a kit with matched springs. Konis may
cost more up front....but in the long run they are worth it.

Ric

>
Newsgroups: rec.autos.vw
Subject: VW on CompuServe/Prodigy
From: jan@camhpp12.mdcbbs.com (Jan Vandenbrande)
Date: 25 Jan 93 09:05:36 PDT
Distribution: world
Organization: M&E (Division of EDS), Cypress CA

According to my latest VW-World mag, VW set up a BBS on
CompuServe & Prodigy.
To get there do either a GO VW or [JUMP]:VW.
I have not tried this. Can anyone verify this?
Supposedly they have product info & hi-res graphics.
If they have a nice GIF/TIFF/JPEG/MPEG or whatever of
a Corrado, pls forward :->.

Thanks
-- 
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jan@camhpp12.mdcbbs.com		(Old work address)
jan@lipari.usc.edu		(school, usually works, forwards)
From: gt7460c@prism.gatech.EDU (SHERIDAN,BRADLEY RYAN)
Newsgroups: rec.autos.vw
Subject: Re: Weird behavior on 85 Jetta
Date: 26 Jan 93 03:38:20 GMT
Organization: Georgia Institute of Technology

In article <74m37_-@rpi.edu> kokerj@rpi.edu writes:
>In article <24m3t8+@rpi.edu>, kokerj@jec316.its.rpi.edu (James Matthew Kokernak) writes:
>|> fan has kicked on (in VW's). There are no vw turbos as far as I know. Not here
>|> at least.                    ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
>   ^^^^^^^^^
>
>My mistake. Turbo Diesel. No gas turbos though.

Wasn't there a Calloway turbo Scirocco?
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From: jmm2948@zeus.tamu.edu (Jeffrey M. Mayzurk)
Newsgroups: rec.autos.vw
Subject: Re: [W] need to replace catalytic converter
Date: 25 Jan 1993 16:10 CST
Organization: Texas A&M University
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In article <1993Jan23.215728.27634@wuecl.wustl.edu>, christos@wucs1.wustl.edu (Christos Papadopoulos) writes...
>In article <ILH.93Jan22134902@chicago.lcs.mit.edu> ilh@lcs.mit.edu writes:
>>At a dealer, it sounds like the converter and the pipe in front of it
>>(one-piece unit) cost $470 by itself.  They say to add on about $60
>>mounting hardware and $100 labor for a very large total $$$.  A local
>>shop I go to (Metric Systems in Cambridge, MA) is looking for the
>>converter, but isn't sure if they'll be able to find an aftermarket
>>one.  They say they may need to buy the converter from VW, again for
>>large $$$.
>>
>>Has anybody else gone through this?

>	Although I haven't bought one, Techtonics sell new converters for $125.
>Definately worth checking out. Anyone bought one of these? You may need
>adapters since I think these are 2" diameter.

When my cat fell apart, I replaced it with the Techtonics cat (TT 253 150)
for an A1 car and it bolted right up.  Supposedly their dyno tests show
this converter to flow slightly better than stock, but the key word here
is slightly.  If you are concerned about performance, they also offer
larger catalytic converters that can be welded in for even better flow,
although the difference will probably amount to less than 5 hp.
They all come with a warranty and seem to be of fairly high quality, so I
have no problem recommending them..

--
Jeffrey M. Mayzurk

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jmm2948@zeus.tamu.edu
From: gmorr@msr.triumf.ca (Gerald D. Morris, UBC Physics (604)822-3714)
Newsgroups: rec.autos.vw
Subject: Re: Clutch for 83 Rabbit
Date: 22 Jan 1993 02:10 PST
Organization: TRIUMF: Tri-University Meson Facility
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In article <13920016@hpnmdla.sr.hp.com>, gbono@hpnmdla.sr.hp.com (George Bono) writes...
>  I have a 1983 Rabbit LS with 93k and it needs a clutch.  Though I have
>  a manual for this car it doesn't cover clutch replacement?!  I assume
>  that one can do this without removing the engine?  Any net wisdom would
>  be appreciated:
> 
>  Thanks, 
>  George
> 
>  gbono@sr.hp.com    707-577-3395
I have replaced Rabbit clutches twice - its not so bad. You do
not have to remove the engine, but you do have to support it, as the
tranny mount on the driver's side takes part of the engine's weight.
I remember something about setting the crankshaft to TDC or somewhere
so that a cut out on the flywheel lines up with the drive flange on
the right hand of the differential - otherwise it interferes.
I strongly recommend that you replace the little seal and bronze bush
in the end of the input shaft, where the clutch pushrod comes out,
while you have the opportunity.

Gerald Morris        gmorr@reg.triumf.ca
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC, Canada

Newsgroups: rec.autos.vw
From: jennings@chainsaw.fishkill.ibm.com ()
Subject: [W] Trusty old Jetta fixed!!!
Date: Mon, 25 Jan 93 14:31:18 GMT
Reply-To: jennings@chainsaw.fishkill.ibm.com ()
Organization: IBM T.J. Watson Research Center


I had posted a month ago about my '83 Jetta's oil consumption. If any of
you remember, it was blowing oil down the breather tube and into the air
cleaner box at a rate of 1qt/300mi. 

Well, I finally got a chance to pull off the valve cover, and the inside
of the cover at the right, where the oil screen/baffle/strainer is, was
all gunked up. Some of you had suggested to look for this, and to NOT
try and clean the strainer. I looked at some of the valve covers my
roommate had (he has an '81 'rocco), and they were also pretty gunked,
as well as some from a junk yard. So, I bit the bullet and bought a new
cover from the local VW dealer ($105, OUCH!!). A friend had a shim kit,
so we adjusted the valves while we were in there.		
Results? I took the car on a 1000 mi. trip over the weekend, and the car
got 32mpg and USED NO OIL!!!!!!
Incredible! 150,000 mi on this car, and it's back to using NO oil. I'm
pleased!		

Bill Jennings      wrj@vnet.ibm.com
From: kerila@hal.com (Larry Kerila)
Newsgroups: rec.autos.vw
Subject: Re: 'sport' shocks/springs for Golf GTi
Date: 22 Jan 93 17:27:49 GMT
Reply-To: kerila@hal.com
Organization: HaL Computer Systems
NNTP-Posting-Host: spiff.hal.com

Well...I'm on my second "sporty" VW.  The first was a (then) new 86 GTI.
I had it about six months and then ripped off all the suspension and 
replaced it with Neuspeed sway bars, upper strut tie bar and the koni
sport setup which included thier own springs.  I liked it a lot needless
to say.  The upper strut tie bar really gave the most bang for the buck.
Cornering was much quicker.

In 90 I sold the GTI and bought a new GLI and got the dealer to take the car
to my favorite shop and get all the suspension replaced and threw the cost in
to the price of the car.  I got the bigger Neuspeed bars (heavier car) same
upper strut tie bar, koni struts again but with the Neuspeed progressive
springs for the GLI.  WOW....what a difference from the GTI.  Even my friends
commented on how well the car rode.  I expected it to be a little worse 'cuz
of all the extra wieght, but it is way smoother than the 'ol GTI.  

Clearly I'm sold on the performance stuff.  But don't forget that tires make
a big difference too.  This car has had only Yokohama AVS's.  I just got a new
set on them after putting 30k on the original ones.  I think its a great tire!

Larry Kerila
San Jose CA
kerila@hal.comy
From: jmm2948@zeus.tamu.edu (Jeffrey M. Mayzurk)
Newsgroups: rec.autos.vw
Subject: Re: 'sport' shocks/springs for Golf GTi
Date: 24 Jan 1993 16:05 CST
Organization: Texas A&M University
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In article <1993Jan22.105420.1@ulkyvx.louisville.edu>, kpjone01@ulkyvx.louisville.edu writes...
>In article <19930122.070528.401@almaden.ibm.com>, felix@vnet.ibm.com (Felix Klauser) writes:
>> Does anyone have any recommendations on a 'sport' shock/spring set for an
>> 86 Golf GTi 8V?  I'm looking to upgrade the handling and response of the
>> car without jarring all of my teeth loose.  Any comments or experiences
>> with such brands as Koni, Bilstein, Boge, Sachs, Eibach, Neuspeed and ???
>> are welcome.
>> 
>> Felix Klauser
> 
>My suggestions are as follows:
> 
> Tokiko Illumina shocks and Neuspeed springs.
>                 OR
> (I think) Sachs Turbo shocks and Neuspeed springs.
> 
>The Illuminas will cost $$$ but are supposedly worth it and the Sachs are 
>inexpensive but are supposed to give a good ride that is not too harsh.
> 
>I am NOT speaking from experience when I recomment shocks.  I do have the
>Neuspeed progressive springs and I love them.   

I agree with your choice of springs; the Neuspeed lowering springs are
probably the best on the market for a street VW.  I have put these on
two different cars (A1 and A2) and have been very happy.  On my Scirocco,
I have Hor springs and Illumina shocks --it handles great but rides
terribly.  Most of the difference in ride quality is due to the shocks;
the Tokico Illuminas have too much rebound no matter how they are dialed
in, which can make things complicated when braking hard on rough  
surfaces.  If you really want an adjustable shock, buy the Konis.  I don't
like the adjustment mechanism as much but I prefer the valving.  For most
people who only drive on the street, an adjustable shock is not necessary.
For a non-adjustable shock, you can't beat Bilstein -- APS sells their
Neuspeed/Bilstein kit, which is excellent.  You can even get it fully
assembled, if you're lazy, eliminating the need for a spring compressor.

--
Jeffrey M. Mayzurk

ifcg550@utxvms.cc.utexas.edu (preferred)
jmm2948@zeus.tamu.edu
From: wtjones@sr.hp.com
Newsgroups: rec.autos.vw
Subject: Re: jetta crunch sound?
Date: 28 Jan 93 16:50:21 GMT
Organization: HP Sonoma County (SRSD/MWTD/MID)
X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.1 PL8.1]

I had my CV joints repaired and have had some noise on a right turn ever
since.  I thought it was because my '85 Jetta has 176,000 Miles and the
struts/shocks are badly worn and the car takes a dive on turns.

I checked it out and there is a collar on the right axle shaft that
the dealer said was a balanceer (?). I dont understand it though cause the
right axle is the longer and thus heaver axle than the left.

Any way I used a hose clamp to keep it positioned up out of the way so
it dosent hit the lower A-arm(?). It stopped for a while but now it is
doing it again. I probably have to move it again.

Does anyone have any insight as to where the thing is to go, how to keep
it in place, etc? And what is the purpose of it? 

If I dont get any answers buried in this string, I'll post it on it's own.
(Not a threat 8-)  )

    
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From: rgolen@UMASSD.EDU
Subject: Re: Three wheelin' Fool..
Reply-To: rgolen@UMASSD.EDU
Organization: UMASS DARTMOUTH, NO. DARTMOUTH, MA.
Date: Mon, 25 Jan 1993 14:54:42 GMT

In article <1993Jan25.083839.1@ulkyvx.louisville.edu>, kpjone01@ulkyvx.louisville.edu writes:
>This morning I made a hard left turn and had to stop pretty quickly before I
>was able to finish turning.  I know for sure that I was on three wheels during 
>this turn as it twisted the car pretty good (I do the three wheel thing very 
>often.)  I have an 86 GTi with stock suspension except for the Neuspeed
>springs.  Does anyone know what the best upgrade would be to keep the inside
>rear tires (on either left or right turns) closer to the ground?  Three wheels
>looks fancy and all but it does not do much for handling or breaking.  I have 
>two choices for solving this problem.  Should I upgrade the VW or just sell it
>and get a Porsche?  (I am partial to RWD but it costs $$$.)
>
>Kevin

Three-wheelin' is a fact of life on Golfs, Rabbits, GTIs, etc. Under
hard cornering up comes the wheel. I would not go so drastic as
to sell the car and buy a Porsche.....unless you have $$$$$, then what
the hell.

I have an 83 GTI which is autocrossed in E Prepared. It has 25/28mm
swaybars, Koni shocks set almost to full stifness, as well as lowered
springs (almost 2"), and under heavy cornering it lifts the wheel
at least 1" to 2". The ride in this car would be totally unbearable
on the street.

My 86 has had the Koni shock kit with the lowered springs as well as
the Neuspeed bars. It raised its wheels during autox as well as street
driving. Under hard cornering, during competition (so as not to offend
those "anti-three wheel while driving on the street types"), I have
NEVER experienced any problems with braking or control.

On my wife's 88 GT with stock springs and Bilstein Shocks, while
autocrossing on three wheels, again the same thing.

All in all...don't worry about it!

Ric



>
>
From: danno@csd4.csd.uwm.edu (Daniel Gary Soiney)
Newsgroups: rec.autos.vw
Subject: Re: '67 912 questions
Date: 26 Jan 93 16:00:09 GMT
Article-I.D.: uwm.1k3n69INNlk8
Organization: Computing Services Division, University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
NNTP-Posting-Host: 129.89.7.4

the engine in the 67 912, i believe is the same engine (almost) as the
one found in the last 356c the type iv engine wasnt used until
the second introduction of the 912 the 912E in 73 i think
danno
Newsgroups: rec.autos.vw
From: rgolen@UMASSD.EDU
Subject: Re: jetta crunch sound?
Reply-To: rgolen@UMASSD.EDU
Organization: UMASS DARTMOUTH, NO. DARTMOUTH, MA.
Date: Wed, 27 Jan 1993 23:55:57 GMT

In article <1993Jan27.192008.1249@nntpd.lkg.dec.com>, pzl@remulak.unx.dec.com (Pete Lega) writes:
>
>	My 91 Jetta has developed a front-end crunching sound everytime
>	I turn the steering wheel. Any ideas on what it is?
>	(I DONT want the dealer to sell/tell me)

Could be:  bad strut bearings....bad steering rack....bad steering
pump....bad ball joint....bad strut...bad bearing in your 
steering column....lots of stuff.

You may want to have a friend play with the steering wheel while
you poke your head around the front end to isolate the noise 
in order to narrow the possibilities.

Ric

>
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From: moussavi@hplabsz.hpl.hp.com (Farshid Moussavi)
Subject: Peugeot 405 Mi16
Date: Mon, 25 Jan 1993 18:18:27 GMT
Organization: Hewlett Packard


Sorry this is about Peugeot in r.a.vw, but I couldn't resist.  This month's
issue of Automobile magazine has an interesting article about why Peugeot
failed in the US, and that it was a failure of management, not of product.
Also, get this- when they announced they are leaving, this guy went out
and bought a 405 Mi16 brand new w/ everything including ABS, pullout 
stereo, roadside assistance, etc. for 12.5k!!  I remember the one thing that
kept me away fromt this car was its infleted price at the time (21k or so),
and I thought it was a very good car otherwise.  Also, they had federalized
the 205 and the 605, but it was too late, they had already decided to pull out.

It seemed most of the problem was that Peugeot just did not take the American
market seriously, and did not give a lot of customer support, dealer network,
etc.  I now have a 90 GLI which I love, and I sure hope VW doesn't make the
same mistakes.

Just a thought, and sorry for the long post!


Farshid
Newsgroups: rec.autos.vw
From: heff@apollo.HP.COM (Jeff Oesterle)
Subject: Best service manuals?
Date: Wed, 27 Jan 1993 18:12:29 GMT
Organization: Hewlett-Packard Company, Chelmsford, MA


(Is there a FAQ file for this group?)

Having just bought a GTI, I'd like to know which service manual
would be best.  Bentley, Haynes, VW ??

Thanks.

-- 
Jeff Oesterle

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From: warn@newton.uvm.edu (Patrick D Warn)
Subject: Re: Dasher
Organization: University of Vermont -- Division of EMBA Computer Facility
Distribution: default
Date: Fri, 29 Jan 1993 03:13:42 GMT

In <C1KFuK.zt@umassd.edu> rgolen@UMASSD.EDU writes:
>I could almost swear that the current VW Fox is a stripped down
>Audi Fox.

No the current Fox is a VW do Brazil design. I don't remember what they
were called. They came out in 79/80ish. (I'm not sure when, but they were
all over the place when I was in Brazil in 83) In Brazil they have several
body styles not seen here. There were also some built with type I engines.
(yes, an aircooled bug engine in a FWD car!) However the VW that really
caught my eye in Brazil was a 2 seat type IV that looked like a cross
between a 412 and a Dino. I only saw one, but I understand they made
several tousand. 
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From: tgl@slee01.srl.ford.com (Tom Leone)
Newsgroups: rec.autos.vw,rec.autos.tech,rec.autos
Subject: Re: Oil Coolant Engines?
Date: 27 Jan 1993 16:26:53 GMT
Organization: Ford Motor Company Research Laboratory
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Jim Baranski (BARANSKI@veamf1.nusc.navy.mil) wrote:
: Does anyone know of any research to come up with a combination 
: coolant and lubricant which would take the place of both oil and
: water...  This would probably simplify the engine quite a bit.

Yes, actually it's been done.  The Suzuki GSX-R750 and GSX-R1100
motorcycles are (or were?) oil-cooled.  See the article in
Motorcyclist magazine, February 1986.  The main advantage they
claimed was lighter weight, although it would certainly be
simpler as well.

Also, Deutz makes diesel engines where the cylinder heads are
air-cooled and the blocks are oil-cooled (SAE paper 891864).
There was an SAE paper (870027) about an experimental diesel
engine which was completely oil-cooled.

Air cooling alone is insufficient for modern engines.  The
distortions due to temperature gradients are unacceptable in a
high-precision engine.  You need some kind of liquid
convection.  Water is ideal in almost every way; oil is less
ideal for pumping and heat transfer, but could greatly simplify
the castings and plumbing.

Tom Leone <tgl@slee01.srl.ford.com>
From: sjohnson@frx193.intel.com (Steve Johnson - IMD ~)
Newsgroups: rec.autos.vw
Subject: Re: VW Campers - LONG!
Date: 26 Jan 93 17:06:34 GMT
Distribution: usa
Organization: INTEL Corporation, Folsom, CA

Excellent article Karin!

I sure would like to see more of this kind of information
in this newsgroup.  I see too many articles from
people asking for information and not giving any.

			 
I hope alot of people will use your information Karin

Thanks,

Steven  
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From: pierson@ucsu.Colorado.EDU (PIERSON  DUSTINE)
Subject: '67 912 questions
Organization: University of Colorado, Boulder
Date: Sun, 24 Jan 1993 02:30:12 GMT

Recently I came upon a '67 912 for sale.  It has a recently rebuilt
engine (although I didn't get a chance to ask how recently),new paint
and immaculate interior.  First, is $4,500 too much to pay?  Also,
what are parts availibilty like?  If parts are hard to find, can
a more recent bug engine be installed (ie motor mounts, electrics etc...)
Are there any inherent problems with this model year?  I've always
been a big fan of the air-cooled v-dub motors (i've owned a '73 911
and '74 914 not that they are truly v.w. engines) so I am very excited
about the car. Any help would be appreciated.
You can post here or:
pierson@ucsu.colorado.edu
Thanks,
Dust
From: creasyg@ava.bcc.orst.edu (Glen Creasy)
Newsgroups: rec.autos.vw
Subject: Sparkies
Date: 24 Jan 1993 17:55:17 GMT
Organization: Biological Computing Consortium, OSU
Distribution: world
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Summary: Are Boschs bad?
Keywords: spark plugs, help

Well, I know this a beat-it-to-death question, but...

It's time for me to replace the spark plugs in my '84 Scirocco,
and I am genuinely hesitant about using Bosch Platinums again.
(I've used them for the last 3 replacements)

It's true that right after I put them in the engine runs better,
but only for a short while.  Inspecting the plugs, I see that the
electrode is all chewed up, even after only a few thousand miles.

Has anyone else had problems with the B. Plats and what other
brands do people recommend?

Thanks for input.

-glen

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