Re: Decked JH vs JH with RD pistons?

[VWMikeLVW@aol.com]

In a message dated 3/26/01 6:53:31 AM Pacific Standard Time, 
thescirocco@juno.com writes:


> If cost is an issue, how about just installing a good used long block
> with a new clutch, 
> I did that on my RIP '81 Mars Red Scirocco and it ran strong.
>
> The transaxle ratios in your '81 Scirocco are great for the 1.8L... 
>
> The Oddball Scirocco has a stock JH engine and to my surprise an FF
> transaxle, 
> and the JH/FF combination rocks!


While I agree with you on the 1.8L point, why not just get a 2L if you're 
gonna go that route? He would need a few extra things, but it would be worth 
it IMHO. A low mileage shortblock is only about $400. Of course, if you get a 
high compression 1.8 from someone cheap, then this isn't as much of a 
consideration.

Mike
http://www.geocities.com/vwmikel - trust me, a replacement is on the way!
'84-Arkay Turbo Rabbit GTI
'84-Rabbit GTI - future DCI drag car
'77-Rabbit - project
'80-Scirocco S - (um... to be:1.9L crossflow, turbo, 6 speed, widebody?)

Mike
http://www.geocities.com/vwmikel - trust me, a replacement is on the way!
'84-Arkay Turbo Rabbit GTI
'84-Rabbit GTI - future DCI drag car
'77-Rabbit - project
'80-Scirocco S - (um... to be:1.9L crossflow, turbo, 6 speed, widebody?)