twin - possibility of a2 subframes?

[amalventano@sc.rr.com (Allyn)]

yup, thats a definite 'pro', problem is where am i gonna get 2 *complete* a2
subframes?
Al

----- Original Message -----
From: "Joe Doty" <Joe.Doty@lcnetwork.com>
To: "Allyn" <amalventano@sc.rr.com>; "scirocco list"
<scirocco-l@scirocco.org>
Sent: Monday, February 10, 2003 5:54 PM
Subject: RE: twin - possibility of a2 subframes?


Well, if you do a2 subframes, you can swap in two VR6s when two 16vs
gets old :)

Joe Doty
IT/Development
joe@lcnetwork.com

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Allyn [mailto:amalventano@sc.rr.com]
> Sent: Monday, February 10, 2003 2:48 PM
> To: scirocco list
> Subject: twin - possibility of a2 subframes?
>
> ok, i've been uneducated in the past when o-so many listers have told
me
> to
> use an a2 subframe in the twin. the events from this past weekend
(clutch
> release arm finger snapped on the jetta, much thanks to Ron for the
tech
> assist), have given me some more insight as to just how the a2
subframe is
> laid out. enough insight to possibly justify using a2 subframes (yes,
2)
> on
> the twin.
>
> pros:
> - simpler tubular subframe design in area of engines (fewer tie
points,
> slightly less weight as well)
> - future engine upgrades possible (twin vr6 anyone?)
> - can possibly use newer hubs that hold larger bearings
> - simpler removal/install of engines for rebuild
>
> cons:
> - many parts are not on hand (would need 2 sets of all mounts, mount
> brackets, subframes, power steering racks, suspension arms, hubs, etc)
> - expense of engine mounts (possibility of molding/making urethane
mounts
> from broken old a2 mounts in-house?)
> - possible net weight increase in the end (due to added weight of
> subframes)
>
> so, guys/gals, what should i do? stick with a1 style (cheaper, but
more
> intrusive/complex subframe), or go with a2 (making the subframe
simpler,
> but
> adding expense)???
>
>
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