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Title: Take the bug out for a spin. Post by: j-f on October 27, 2010, 06:26:24 am I've try to make a video while driving my bug around. Just for fun.
So, engine is a 1600cc, VZ14 cam, midly ported heads with 8.3 - 1 CR and kadron. Gearbox is a verrryyyyyyy long AO coded one. It's a 3.875 with a taller 4th gear I think, that's why it looks lazy when climbing an up hill road. Don't mind the gauges in the glove box that needs to be fixed for at least 2 year. ::) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-ilUovOPpY Title: Re: Take the bug out for a spin. Post by: Rennsurfer on October 27, 2010, 07:21:48 am Very cool, Jean. Hearing your engine reminds me of how my orange '66 used to sound. I like the tall fourth gear, too. When I rebuild my transmission, I plan on a taller fourth, as well. I'm not going to ever race my car... it'll be built to DRIVE and enjoy.
Title: Re: Take the bug out for a spin. Post by: vwcab on October 27, 2010, 10:03:36 am So,who needs a "BIG" engine to have fun???
That engine sounds and revs good,I like it,good job on that one J-F. Thanks for posting that vid,and showing us around.It really is a beautiful scenery overthere. BUT,one question!!!!IS IT ALLOWED IN "WALIFORNIA" FILMING and DRIVING A CAR TOGETHER?? ;D ;D ;D ;D (not in this side from Belgium where I live :D ) Anyway,have fun with your car and enjoy it.See you. Peter ;) Title: Re: Take the bug out for a spin. Post by: Nico86 on October 27, 2010, 10:47:48 am Cool car JF. I like your Nardi wheel too. 8)
Title: Re: Take the bug out for a spin. Post by: speedwell on October 27, 2010, 13:53:38 pm BUT,one question!!!!IS IT ALLOWED IN "WALIFORNIA" FILMING and DRIVING A CAR TOGETHER?? ;D ;D ;D ;D (not in this side from Belgium where I live :D ) not on your side peter ;D ;D for sure you've the BIG BART DEWEVER ;D ;D you're still my friend ;) and j-f are still alive ??? no news since may be 1 years and more now ::) ::) and yes engine sounds good i like the sound of your DQ exhaust fabs Title: Re: Take the bug out for a spin. Post by: vwcab on October 27, 2010, 14:47:48 pm Right on Fabs :-*
;) Title: Re: Take the bug out for a spin. Post by: javabug on October 27, 2010, 18:00:32 pm Thanks for the ride! Car sounds really good, and the scenery is very nice there.
I don't remember my Kadrons sounding that good. ;) Title: Re: Take the bug out for a spin. Post by: Dave Rosique on October 27, 2010, 18:52:28 pm Cool film J-F!
Soon to become a Cal-Look cult classic ;D That was fun.. nice neighborhood too! Title: Re: Take the bug out for a spin. Post by: j-f on October 27, 2010, 20:22:00 pm Thanks you all for the nice comments. :D
I'm quite happy of the result. There is a bit more in the engine, but prefer keep it like that and don't push the rev too high as I use simple HD springs. Lot's of torque for a small cc's, drive like a stocker up to 3000rpm and make some good power until 5000. This gearbox is a blast on highway, but a bit long on back road. I believe 4th gear is a 0.89. It's not a racer, more a driver, so it's good to me. To Fabian, really sorry dude, I've been busy all the time last past months with a lot's things to do, and with cold time coming, you know that I will be even more busy :-\ You met my friend Jean-Philippe at DDday and he also said me that I miss you ;) Title: Re: Take the bug out for a spin. Post by: Harry/FDK on October 27, 2010, 20:54:03 pm Cool spin !
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