I think I've lost my mind... carbs?

[green536@hotmail.com (Chris DeLong)]

well maybe we should start off asking what kind of engine do you have this 
idea for? I currently have a set of DCOE's on my rocco (16v) right now. I 
also have alot of experience fitting them on 8v's as well.


>
>So, I was looking at some pictures of carbed. sciroccos last night and I 
>had this incredibly evil thought. Now, I haven't even picked up my car yet, 
>but I was wondering about the fesability of a carbed setup? I grew up in a 
>musclecar line, so they come a little more naturally. So here's my wildly 
>outlandish thought...
>
>The carbs on the roccs that I saw all pointed towards the grille. Now my, 
>insane, probably incredibly expensive idea is this: is there anything 
>preventing me from putting mandrel-bent plumbing up to the top of the 
>engine and putting the carbs there, then making some form of hood scoop and 
>rigging up a form of ram air on the hood. Of course I don't think the carbs 
>could go side by side on top, so I might need to go with a lower CFM four 
>barrel just to fit the piping. Any ideas? Suggestions (including that I go 
>soak my head)? anyone have any clue how much this might cost? Its just an 
>idea floating around in my warped mind right now, so any input will be 
>welcome. And if its such a bad idea that someone feels the need to drive up 
>here and drop kick me, please feel free. I might deserve it.
>
>
>Lyman.
>
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Chris DeLong
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Seattle, WA USA
'80 16V 'Rocco ragtop
'91 GLi 2.0 16V
'77 Rabbit 16V
'80 'Vert (parting out!)
'61 17 Window type II
'91 Vanagon
'78 Rabbit
'84 Jetta


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