ACT Syncro?

turbovan2001 · 1 December 2011 08:32

not really a subject for this list,

and, I say .... ......gasoline prices are 'artificial' ..

they are not determined by normal supply-and-demand factors.

( if that was the case, gas would be cheaper in California, for example, as the consumption in that market is huge, yet Ca. has some of the highest gas prices around. )

and taxes on the fuel of course..

my wild guestimate is that tax accounts for about as much as 60 % of what you pay for that juice.

One might also draw a correlation between major elections and price of gas prior.

and yes, the perception is that no one can do anything about it.

The 'occupy' movement has not reached Australia ?

and the bloke who mentioned LPG as a fuel ..

what is the availability of that fuel ?

and how convenient/inconvenient is it to refuel ?

a 'splash n' dash' at any ole petrol station is convenient for sure. 24/7 even.

syncro's rock !

Scott

www.turbovans.com

----- Original Message -----

From: Les Harris

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2011 8:38 PM

Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

Scott,

Australia is a captive market for just a couple of suppliers. They charge what they like and there is nothing on earth that can stop them. To justify their rip-off prices, they offer excuses that wouldnt convince kids in play school!

Les

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sent: 01 December 2011 15:25
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

But you guys have that all the time.

Here's visulizing more reasonable fuel prices for you !

scott

www.turbovans.com

Oregon , USA .

raredownunder · 1 December 2011 10:30

I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so today LOL.

"A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with an engine conversion".

Probably true.

But.......

It's not as much fun! :-)))

For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I thoroughly recommend the RJES bellhousing.

I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available in Au and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with "slow fill syndrome"

Cheers,

Andy,
Ceduna.

Leighton · 1 December 2011 11:11

Thanks everyone for your input re the ACT 2.7 Subaru Syncro. Looks like I will continue to try and find a standard syncro camper. Has any one spoken with the guy on carsales trying to sell the Blue Syncro Camper in VIC?

Leighton

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: stephenmuller@kombirescue.com.au
Date: Thu, 1 Dec 2011 16:39:33 +1100
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

I use a simple rule of thumb...keep your syncro std = higher resale value and more customers to buy......more modifications = less resale and limited resale consumers

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Leighton Smith
Sent: Thursday, 1 December 2011 1:57 PM
To: syncro_t3_australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

Scott,

So what engine are you looking at putting in next year? Can that adaptor plate take the 3.3 or H6 engine 3.0?

Leighton

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: spbconsulting@bigpond.com
Date: Thu, 1 Dec 2011 13:46:32 +1100
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

Leighton,

Thats what I am organising at the moment.

I just need to source a couple of parts and I am planning on getting underway early next year.

My engine still seems really good but I have recently done timing belts, oil and water pumps and once i put a new radiator and stainless coolant pipes in - it runs really cool too. My old radiator was shot as were the plastic coolant pipes.

All good now though.

Cheers,

Scott

----- Original Message -----

From: Leighton Smith

To: syncro_t3_australia@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 1:40 PM

Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

Hello Scott,

Just seeing if you can put another Subaru engine onto the adaptor plate if that engine is getting old and hard to get parts?

Leighton

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: spbconsulting@bigpond.com
Date: Wed, 30 Nov 2011 22:34:06 +1100
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

Leighton,

I cant see any link.

By the way, my syncro has the same suby donk and it goes like a rocket and pulls like a 14 year old boy - problem is they like the fuel and they are very hard to get parts for. They were only made between 1988 and 1992 and hence are about the same age as most syncros meaning they are getting old too and starting to develop issues like a standard motor would.

The gas will save on fuel costs but reduce performance I would suggest.

Worth a look if its in the ACT - nice dry climate.

Cheers,

Skot

----- Original Message -----

From: l8nnmsmith

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2011 10:09 PM

Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

Syncro should not have a h. Sorry I cut and pasted it from the add.

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "l8nnmsmith" <smith_leighton@...> wrote:
>
> Hello,
>
> Just seeing if anyone knows this Volkswagen T3 Synchro 4X4 campervan, 1989. It has a Subaru ER27 flat 6 engine. Genuine 172,000kms, 4 speed manual, petrol and LPG. Full camper, pop-top, stereo, ipod connection, aircon, aluminium bull bar, driving lights, fibreglass rooftop luggage bay, Taco gauges, oil and temperature gauges, VDO, towbar, new tyres, good condition. Minor marks on paintwork. They are asking $25,500?
>
> Leighton
>

bencroft96 · 1 December 2011 11:55

Well said Andy,I totally agree.

Standard Syncro=stuck in left lane,arrive at destination stressed and tired.

Good to hear your still having fun with your conversion after all these years.
I too have an RJES bellhousing,I think you might be familiar with it.I bought it from Yurik.It has the same modification that you have done on your bellhousing.

Ej25 coversion,is the best thing that I have done with my syncro.And, with all my cars,for that matter.

I drive the bus everyday,and it is a pleasure.Zippy,in traffic(thats right,zippy),pulls away in top,cruises at 110k,and is better on the beach,where I do most of my off-road.Climbs inclines with ease.

You would find more mechanics familar and comfortable working with Ej engines than VWs.
I do agree that if you do have a converted vehicle,you are probably better to do the work yourself.I have a scanner,never had a fault code.
An increase of 80% in horsepower,by putting in a standard,modern engine.

Yeah yeah gear box troubles,your going to have them whether you have a standard WBX or a bigger engine.
Buy a T25,one day you will rebuild a transaxle.Maybe two.

Dont get me wrong,I love VWs,there in my blood,but VW should of had an engine of similar design to the Ej,rather then a watercooled Type 1 engine,to put in the 'new' Kombi.

Definatly not for all,but for those who have,you already know.

PS Does anyone know Geoff Paradise??

BenC

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "andrew" <rafear@...> wrote:
>
> I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so today LOL.
>
> "A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with an engine conversion".
>
> Probably true.
>
>
> But.......
>
>
>
> It's not as much fun! :-)))
>
>
> For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I thoroughly recommend the RJES bellhousing.
>
>
> I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available in Au and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with "slow fill syndrome"
>
> Cheers,
>
> Andy,
> Ceduna.
>

unclekenz · 1 December 2011 13:02

In rebuttal, indubitably I must say .........

nah ......... off to bed!

nightie night.

Ken

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: bencroft96@yahoo.com
Date: Thu, 1 Dec 2011 11:55:46 +0000
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

Well said Andy,I totally agree.

Standard Syncro=stuck in left lane,arrive at destination stressed and tired.

Good to hear your still having fun with your conversion after all these years.
I too have an RJES bellhousing,I think you might be familiar with it.I bought it from Yurik.It has the same modification that you have done on your bellhousing.

Ej25 coversion,is the best thing that I have done with my syncro.And, with all my cars,for that matter.

I drive the bus everyday,and it is a pleasure.Zippy,in traffic(thats right,zippy),pulls away in top,cruises at 110k,and is better on the beach,where I do most of my off-road.Climbs inclines with ease.

You would find more mechanics familar and comfortable working with Ej engines than VWs.
I do agree that if you do have a converted vehicle,you are probably better to do the work yourself.I have a scanner,never had a fault code.
An increase of 80% in horsepower,by putting in a standard,modern engine.

Yeah yeah gear box troubles,your going to have them whether you have a standard WBX or a bigger engine.
Buy a T25,one day you will rebuild a transaxle.Maybe two.

Dont get me wrong,I love VWs,there in my blood,but VW should of had an engine of similar design to the Ej,rather then a watercooled Type 1 engine,to put in the 'new' Kombi.

Definatly not for all,but for those who have,you already know.

PS Does anyone know Geoff Paradise??

BenC

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "andrew" <rafear@...> wrote:
>
> I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so today LOL.
>
> "A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with an engine conversion".
>
> Probably true.
>
>
> But.......
>
>
>
> It's not as much fun! :-)))
>
>
> For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I thoroughly recommend the RJES bellhousing.
>
>
> I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available in Au and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with "slow fill syndrome"
>
> Cheers,
>
> Andy,
> Ceduna.
>

muddy3267 · 1 December 2011 21:24

Keep em factory standard i say. Although that subaru diesel looks interesting. We all have our price. Bill

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, Ken Garratt <unclekenz@...> wrote:
>
>
> In rebuttal, indubitably I must say .........
> nah ......... off to bed!
> nightie night.
> Ken
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> From: bencroft96@...
> Date: Thu, 1 Dec 2011 11:55:46 +0000
> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
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> Well said Andy,I totally agree.
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> Standard Syncro=stuck in left lane,arrive at destination stressed and tired.
>
>
>
> Good to hear your still having fun with your conversion after all these years.
>
> I too have an RJES bellhousing,I think you might be familiar with it.I bought it from Yurik.It has the same modification that you have done on your bellhousing.
>
>
>
> Ej25 coversion,is the best thing that I have done with my syncro.And, with all my cars,for that matter.
>
>
>
> I drive the bus everyday,and it is a pleasure.Zippy,in traffic(thats right,zippy),pulls away in top,cruises at 110k,and is better on the beach,where I do most of my off-road.Climbs inclines with ease.
>
>
>
> You would find more mechanics familar and comfortable working with Ej engines than VWs.
>
> I do agree that if you do have a converted vehicle,you are probably better to do the work yourself.I have a scanner,never had a fault code.
>
> An increase of 80% in horsepower,by putting in a standard,modern engine.
>
>
>
> Yeah yeah gear box troubles,your going to have them whether you have a standard WBX or a bigger engine.
>
> Buy a T25,one day you will rebuild a transaxle.Maybe two.
>
>
>
> Dont get me wrong,I love VWs,there in my blood,but VW should of had an engine of similar design to the Ej,rather then a watercooled Type 1 engine,to put in the 'new' Kombi.
>
>
>
> Definatly not for all,but for those who have,you already know.
>
>
>
> PS Does anyone know Geoff Paradise??
>
>
>
> BenC
>
>
>
> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "andrew" <rafear@> wrote:
>
> >
>
> > I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so today LOL.
>
> >
>
> > "A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with an engine conversion".
>
> >
>
> > Probably true.
>
> >
>
> >
>
> > But.......
>
> >
>
> >
>
> >
>
> > It's not as much fun! :-)))
>
> >
>
> >
>
> > For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I thoroughly recommend the RJES bellhousing.
>
> >
>
> >
>
> > I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available in Au and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with "slow fill syndrome"
>
> >
>
> > Cheers,
>
> >
>
> > Andy,
>
> > Ceduna.
>
> >
>

kombi4x427lc · 1 December 2011 21:25

Here Here Ben,

I have driven my old mans syncro as just a bare shell without power steering (which has since been fitted) or air cond with low kms and it went OK but I would rather mine with its performance any day.

I have never had a VW donk in mine but I have had mine for over 15 years now and the only problems ever caused by my engine in that time was a failed optical sensor. It also developed a tappet noise which was fixed with a new oil pump and I replaced the water pump the same time as the timing belts just to be sure (not because of failure).

I would call that very reliable 1 failure in 15 years is pretty good.

Go the suby donks - they are fantastic.

Skot

----- Original Message -----

From: Ben

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 10:55 PM

Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

Well said Andy,I totally agree.

Standard Syncro=stuck in left lane,arrive at destination stressed and tired.

Good to hear your still having fun with your conversion after all these years.
I too have an RJES bellhousing,I think you might be familiar with it.I bought it from Yurik.It has the same modification that you have done on your bellhousing.

Ej25 coversion,is the best thing that I have done with my syncro.And, with all my cars,for that matter.

I drive the bus everyday,and it is a pleasure.Zippy,in traffic(thats right,zippy),pulls away in top,cruises at 110k,and is better on the beach,where I do most of my off-road.Climbs inclines with ease.

You would find more mechanics familar and comfortable working with Ej engines than VWs.
I do agree that if you do have a converted vehicle,you are probably better to do the work yourself.I have a scanner,never had a fault code.
An increase of 80% in horsepower,by putting in a standard,modern engine.

Yeah yeah gear box troubles,your going to have them whether you have a standard WBX or a bigger engine.
Buy a T25,one day you will rebuild a transaxle.Maybe two.

Dont get me wrong,I love VWs,there in my blood,but VW should of had an engine of similar design to the Ej,rather then a watercooled Type 1 engine,to put in the 'new' Kombi.

Definatly not for all,but for those who have,you already know.

PS Does anyone know Geoff Paradise??

BenC

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "andrew" <rafear@...> wrote:
>
> I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so today LOL.
>
> "A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with an engine conversion".
>
> Probably true.
>
>
> But.......
>
>
>
> It's not as much fun! :-)))
>
>
> For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I thoroughly recommend the RJES bellhousing.
>
>
> I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available in Au and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with "slow fill syndrome"
>
> Cheers,
>
> Andy,
> Ceduna.
>

syncro · 1 December 2011 22:27

The problem is that most people do a crap conversion.

> Mr Scott Pitcher <spbconsulting@bigpond.com> wrote:
>
> Here Here Ben,
>
> I have driven my old mans syncro as just a bare shell without power
> steering (which has since been fitted) or air cond with low kms and it
> went OK but I would rather mine with its performance any day.
>
> I have never had a VW donk in mine but I have had mine for over 15 years
> now and the only problems ever caused by my engine in that time was a
> failed optical sensor. It also developed a tappet noise which was fixed
> with a new oil pump and I replaced the water pump the same time as the
> timing belts just to be sure (not because of failure).
>
> I would call that very reliable 1 failure in 15 years is pretty good.
>
> Go the suby donks - they are fantastic.
>
> Skot
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Ben
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 10:55 PM
> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
>
>
>
> Well said Andy,I totally agree.
>
> Standard Syncro=stuck in left lane,arrive at destination stressed and
> tired.
>
> Good to hear your still having fun with your conversion after all
> these years.
> I too have an RJES bellhousing,I think you might be familiar with it.I
> bought it from Yurik.It has the same modification that you have done on
> your bellhousing.
>
> Ej25 coversion,is the best thing that I have done with my syncro.And,
> with all my cars,for that matter.
>
> I drive the bus everyday,and it is a pleasure.Zippy,in traffic(thats
> right,zippy),pulls away in top,cruises at 110k,and is better on the
> beach,where I do most of my off-road.Climbs inclines with ease.
>
> You would find more mechanics familar and comfortable working with Ej
> engines than VWs.
> I do agree that if you do have a converted vehicle,you are probably
> better to do the work yourself.I have a scanner,never had a fault code.
> An increase of 80% in horsepower,by putting in a standard,modern
> engine.
>
> Yeah yeah gear box troubles,your going to have them whether you have a
> standard WBX or a bigger engine.
> Buy a T25,one day you will rebuild a transaxle.Maybe two.
>
> Dont get me wrong,I love VWs,there in my blood,but VW should of had an
> engine of similar design to the Ej,rather then a watercooled Type 1
> engine,to put in the 'new' Kombi.
>
> Definatly not for all,but for those who have,you already know.
>
> PS Does anyone know Geoff Paradise??
>
> BenC
>
> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "andrew" <rafear@...>
> wrote:
> >
> > I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so today
> LOL.
> >
> > "A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with an
> engine conversion".
> >
> > Probably true.
> >
> >
> > But.......
> >
> >
> >
> > It's not as much fun! :-)))
> >
> >
> > For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I thoroughly
> recommend the RJES bellhousing.
> >
> >
> > I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available in Au
> and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with "slow fill
> syndrome"
> >
> > Cheers,
> >
> > Andy,
> > Ceduna.
> >
>
>
>
>

unclekenz · 1 December 2011 22:52

Now this is something to get excited about ...

Goto: http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1227011

An equivalent in Oz?

Ken

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: plander@optusnet.com.au
Date: Fri, 2 Dec 2011 09:27:18 +1100
Subject: Re: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

The problem is that most people do a crap conversion.

> Mr Scott Pitcher <spbconsulting@bigpond.com> wrote:
>
> Here Here Ben,
>
> I have driven my old mans syncro as just a bare shell without power
> steering (which has since been fitted) or air cond with low kms and it
> went OK but I would rather mine with its performance any day.
>
> I have never had a VW donk in mine but I have had mine for over 15 years
> now and the only problems ever caused by my engine in that time was a
> failed optical sensor. It also developed a tappet noise which was fixed
> with a new oil pump and I replaced the water pump the same time as the
> timing belts just to be sure (not because of failure).
>
> I would call that very reliable 1 failure in 15 years is pretty good.
>
> Go the suby donks - they are fantastic.
>
> Skot
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Ben
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 10:55 PM
> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
>
>
>
> Well said Andy,I totally agree.
>
> Standard Syncro=stuck in left lane,arrive at destination stressed and
> tired.
>
> Good to hear your still having fun with your conversion after all
> these years.
> I too have an RJES bellhousing,I think you might be familiar with it.I
> bought it from Yurik.It has the same modification that you have done on
> your bellhousing.
>
> Ej25 coversion,is the best thing that I have done with my syncro.And,
> with all my cars,for that matter.
>
> I drive the bus everyday,and it is a pleasure.Zippy,in traffic(thats
> right,zippy),pulls away in top,cruises at 110k,and is better on the
> beach,where I do most of my off-road.Climbs inclines with ease.
>
> You would find more mechanics familar and comfortable working with Ej
> engines than VWs.
> I do agree that if you do have a converted vehicle,you are probably
> better to do the work yourself.I have a scanner,never had a fault code.
> An increase of 80% in horsepower,by putting in a standard,modern
> engine.
>
> Yeah yeah gear box troubles,your going to have them whether you have a
> standard WBX or a bigger engine.
> Buy a T25,one day you will rebuild a transaxle.Maybe two.
>
> Dont get me wrong,I love VWs,there in my blood,but VW should of had an
> engine of similar design to the Ej,rather then a watercooled Type 1
> engine,to put in the 'new' Kombi.
>
> Definatly not for all,but for those who have,you already know.
>
> PS Does anyone know Geoff Paradise??
>
> BenC
>
> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "andrew" <rafear@...>
> wrote:
> >
> > I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so today
> LOL.
> >
> > "A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with an
> engine conversion".
> >
> > Probably true.
> >
> >
> > But.......
> >
> >
> >
> > It's not as much fun! :-)))
> >
> >
> > For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I thoroughly
> recommend the RJES bellhousing.
> >
> >
> > I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available in Au
> and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with "slow fill
> syndrome"
> >
> > Cheers,
> >
> > Andy,
> > Ceduna.
> >
>
>
>
>

syncro · 1 December 2011 22:59

Muller has been modifying them.

> Ken Garratt <unclekenz@hotmail.com> wrote:
>

Now this is something to get excited about ...
Goto: http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1227011
An equivalent in Oz?
Ken

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: plander@optusnet.com.au
Date: Fri, 2 Dec 2011 09:27:18 +1100
Subject: Re: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

The problem is that most people do a crap conversion.

> Mr Scott Pitcher <spbconsulting@bigpond.com> wrote:

>

> Here Here Ben,

>

> I have driven my old mans syncro as just a bare shell without power

> steering (which has since been fitted) or air cond with low kms and it

> went OK but I would rather mine with its performance any day.

>

> I have never had a VW donk in mine but I have had mine for over 15 years

> now and the only problems ever caused by my engine in that time was a

> failed optical sensor. It also developed a tappet noise which was fixed

> with a new oil pump and I replaced the water pump the same time as the

> timing belts just to be sure (not because of failure).

>

> I would call that very reliable 1 failure in 15 years is pretty good.

>

> Go the suby donks - they are fantastic.

>

> Skot

>

> ----- Original Message -----

> From: Ben

> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com

> Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 10:55 PM

> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

>

>

>

> Well said Andy,I totally agree.

>

> Standard Syncro=stuck in left lane,arrive at destination stressed and

> tired.

>

> Good to hear your still having fun with your conversion after all

> these years.

> I too have an RJES bellhousing,I think you might be familiar with it.I

> bought it from Yurik.It has the same modification that you have done on

> your bellhousing.

>

> Ej25 coversion,is the best thing that I have done with my syncro.And,

> with all my cars,for that matter.

>

> I drive the bus everyday,and it is a pleasure.Zippy,in traffic(thats

> right,zippy),pulls away in top,cruises at 110k,and is better on the

> beach,where I do most of my off-road.Climbs inclines with ease.

>

> You would find more mechanics familar and comfortable working with Ej

> engines than VWs.

> I do agree that if you do have a converted vehicle,you are probably

> better to do the work yourself.I have a scanner,never had a fault code.

> An increase of 80% in horsepower,by putting in a standard,modern

> engine.

>

> Yeah yeah gear box troubles,your going to have them whether you have a

> standard WBX or a bigger engine.

> Buy a T25,one day you will rebuild a transaxle.Maybe two.

>

> Dont get me wrong,I love VWs,there in my blood,but VW should of had an

> engine of similar design to the Ej,rather then a watercooled Type 1

> engine,to put in the 'new' Kombi.

>

> Definatly not for all,but for those who have,you already know.

>

> PS Does anyone know Geoff Paradise??

>

> BenC

>

> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "andrew" <rafear@...>

> wrote:

> >

> > I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so today

> LOL.

> >

> > "A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with an

> engine conversion".

> >

> > Probably true.

> >

> >

> > But.......

> >

> >

> >

> > It's not as much fun! :-)))

> >

> >

> > For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I thoroughly

> recommend the RJES bellhousing.

> >

> >

> > I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available in Au

> and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with "slow fill

> syndrome"

> >

> > Cheers,

> >

> > Andy,

> > Ceduna.

> >

>

>

>

>

unclekenz · 1 December 2011 23:08

So Muller is equivalent to this?

Ken

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: plander@optusnet.com.au
Date: Fri, 2 Dec 2011 09:59:18 +1100
Subject: Re: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

Muller has been modifying them.

> Ken Garratt <unclekenz@hotmail.com> wrote:
>

Now this is something to get excited about ...
Goto: http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1227011
An equivalent in Oz?
Ken

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: plander@optusnet.com.au
Date: Fri, 2 Dec 2011 09:27:18 +1100
Subject: Re: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

The problem is that most people do a crap conversion.

> Mr Scott Pitcher <spbconsulting@bigpond.com> wrote:

>

> Here Here Ben,

>

> I have driven my old mans syncro as just a bare shell without power

> steering (which has since been fitted) or air cond with low kms and it

> went OK but I would rather mine with its performance any day.

>

> I have never had a VW donk in mine but I have had mine for over 15 years

> now and the only problems ever caused by my engine in that time was a

> failed optical sensor. It also developed a tappet noise which was fixed

> with a new oil pump and I replaced the water pump the same time as the

> timing belts just to be sure (not because of failure).

>

> I would call that very reliable 1 failure in 15 years is pretty good.

>

> Go the suby donks - they are fantastic.

>

> Skot

>

> ----- Original Message -----

> From: Ben

> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com

> Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 10:55 PM

> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

>

>

>

> Well said Andy,I totally agree.

>

> Standard Syncro=stuck in left lane,arrive at destination stressed and

> tired.

>

> Good to hear your still having fun with your conversion after all

> these years.

> I too have an RJES bellhousing,I think you might be familiar with it.I

> bought it from Yurik.It has the same modification that you have done on

> your bellhousing.

>

> Ej25 coversion,is the best thing that I have done with my syncro.And,

> with all my cars,for that matter.

>

> I drive the bus everyday,and it is a pleasure.Zippy,in traffic(thats

> right,zippy),pulls away in top,cruises at 110k,and is better on the

> beach,where I do most of my off-road.Climbs inclines with ease.

>

> You would find more mechanics familar and comfortable working with Ej

> engines than VWs.

> I do agree that if you do have a converted vehicle,you are probably

> better to do the work yourself.I have a scanner,never had a fault code.

> An increase of 80% in horsepower,by putting in a standard,modern

> engine.

>

> Yeah yeah gear box troubles,your going to have them whether you have a

> standard WBX or a bigger engine.

> Buy a T25,one day you will rebuild a transaxle.Maybe two.

>

> Dont get me wrong,I love VWs,there in my blood,but VW should of had an

> engine of similar design to the Ej,rather then a watercooled Type 1

> engine,to put in the 'new' Kombi.

>

> Definatly not for all,but for those who have,you already know.

>

> PS Does anyone know Geoff Paradise??

>

> BenC

>

> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "andrew" <rafear@...>

> wrote:

> >

> > I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so today

> LOL.

> >

> > "A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with an

> engine conversion".

> >

> > Probably true.

> >

> >

> > But.......

> >

> >

> >

> > It's not as much fun! :-)))

> >

> >

> > For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I thoroughly

> recommend the RJES bellhousing.

> >

> >

> > I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available in Au

> and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with "slow fill

> syndrome"

> >

> > Cheers,

> >

> > Andy,

> > Ceduna.

> >

>

>

>

>

syncro · 1 December 2011 23:10

Probably.

> Ken Garratt <unclekenz@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>
> So Muller is equivalent to this?Ken
>
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> From: plander@optusnet.com.au
> Date: Fri, 2 Dec 2011 09:59:18 +1100
> Subject: Re: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Muller has been modifying them.
>
>
>
> > Ken Garratt <unclekenz@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
> >
>
>
>
> Now this is something to get excited about ...
>
> Goto: http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1227011
>
> An equivalent in Oz?
>
> Ken
>
>
>
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
>
> From: plander@optusnet.com.au
>
> Date: Fri, 2 Dec 2011 09:27:18 +1100
>
> Subject: Re: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
>
>
>
> The problem is that most people do a crap conversion.
>
>
>
> > Mr Scott Pitcher <spbconsulting@bigpond.com> wrote:
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > Here Here Ben,
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > I have driven my old mans syncro as just a bare shell without power
>
>
>
> > steering (which has since been fitted) or air cond with low kms and it
>
>
>
>
> > went OK but I would rather mine with its performance any day.
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > I have never had a VW donk in mine but I have had mine for over 15
> years
>
>
>
> > now and the only problems ever caused by my engine in that time was a
>
>
>
> > failed optical sensor. It also developed a tappet noise which was
> fixed
>
>
>
> > with a new oil pump and I replaced the water pump the same time as the
>
>
>
>
> > timing belts just to be sure (not because of failure).
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > I would call that very reliable 1 failure in 15 years is pretty good.
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > Go the suby donks - they are fantastic.
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > Skot
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > ----- Original Message -----
>
>
>
> > From: Ben
>
>
>
> > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
>
>
>
> > Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 10:55 PM
>
>
>
> > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > Well said Andy,I totally agree.
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > Standard Syncro=stuck in left lane,arrive at destination stressed
> and
>
>
>
> > tired.
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > Good to hear your still having fun with your conversion after all
>
>
>
> > these years.
>
>
>
> > I too have an RJES bellhousing,I think you might be familiar with
> it.I
>
>
>
> > bought it from Yurik.It has the same modification that you have done
> on
>
>
>
> > your bellhousing.
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > Ej25 coversion,is the best thing that I have done with my
> syncro.And,
>
>
>
> > with all my cars,for that matter.
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > I drive the bus everyday,and it is a pleasure.Zippy,in traffic(thats
>
>
>
>
> > right,zippy),pulls away in top,cruises at 110k,and is better on the
>
>
>
> > beach,where I do most of my off-road.Climbs inclines with ease.
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > You would find more mechanics familar and comfortable working with
> Ej
>
>
>
> > engines than VWs.
>
>
>
> > I do agree that if you do have a converted vehicle,you are probably
>
>
>
> > better to do the work yourself.I have a scanner,never had a fault
> code.
>
>
>
> > An increase of 80% in horsepower,by putting in a standard,modern
>
>
>
> > engine.
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > Yeah yeah gear box troubles,your going to have them whether you have
> a
>
>
>
> > standard WBX or a bigger engine.
>
>
>
> > Buy a T25,one day you will rebuild a transaxle.Maybe two.
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > Dont get me wrong,I love VWs,there in my blood,but VW should of had
> an
>
>
>
> > engine of similar design to the Ej,rather then a watercooled Type 1
>
>
>
> > engine,to put in the 'new' Kombi.
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > Definatly not for all,but for those who have,you already know.
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > PS Does anyone know Geoff Paradise??
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > BenC
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "andrew" <rafear@...>
>
>
>
> > wrote:
>
>
>
> > >
>
>
>
> > > I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so today
>
>
>
> > LOL.
>
>
>
> > >
>
>
>
> > > "A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with an
>
>
>
> > engine conversion".
>
>
>
> > >
>
>
>
> > > Probably true.
>
>
>
> > >
>
>
>
> > >
>
>
>
> > > But.......
>
>
>
> > >
>
>
>
> > >
>
>
>
> > >
>
>
>
> > > It's not as much fun! :-)))
>
>
>
> > >
>
>
>
> > >
>
>
>
> > > For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I thoroughly
>
>
>
>
> > recommend the RJES bellhousing.
>
>
>
> > >
>
>
>
> > >
>
>
>
> > > I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available in Au
>
>
>
> > and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with "slow
> fill
>
>
>
> > syndrome"
>
>
>
> > >
>
>
>
> > > Cheers,
>
>
>
> > >
>
>
>
> > > Andy,
>
>
>
> > > Ceduna.
>
>
>
> > >
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
> >
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>

Leighton · 1 December 2011 23:18

How can do excellent Subaru Conversions?

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: plander@optusnet.com.au
Date: Fri, 2 Dec 2011 09:27:18 +1100
Subject: Re: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

The problem is that most people do a crap conversion.

> Mr Scott Pitcher <spbconsulting@bigpond.com> wrote:
>
> Here Here Ben,
>
> I have driven my old mans syncro as just a bare shell without power
> steering (which has since been fitted) or air cond with low kms and it
> went OK but I would rather mine with its performance any day.
>
> I have never had a VW donk in mine but I have had mine for over 15 years
> now and the only problems ever caused by my engine in that time was a
> failed optical sensor. It also developed a tappet noise which was fixed
> with a new oil pump and I replaced the water pump the same time as the
> timing belts just to be sure (not because of failure).
>
> I would call that very reliable 1 failure in 15 years is pretty good.
>
> Go the suby donks - they are fantastic.
>
> Skot
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Ben
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 10:55 PM
> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
>
>
>
> Well said Andy,I totally agree.
>
> Standard Syncro=stuck in left lane,arrive at destination stressed and
> tired.
>
> Good to hear your still having fun with your conversion after all
> these years.
> I too have an RJES bellhousing,I think you might be familiar with it.I
> bought it from Yurik.It has the same modification that you have done on
> your bellhousing.
>
> Ej25 coversion,is the best thing that I have done with my syncro.And,
> with all my cars,for that matter.
>
> I drive the bus everyday,and it is a pleasure.Zippy,in traffic(thats
> right,zippy),pulls away in top,cruises at 110k,and is better on the
> beach,where I do most of my off-road.Climbs inclines with ease.
>
> You would find more mechanics familar and comfortable working with Ej
> engines than VWs.
> I do agree that if you do have a converted vehicle,you are probably
> better to do the work yourself.I have a scanner,never had a fault code.
> An increase of 80% in horsepower,by putting in a standard,modern
> engine.
>
> Yeah yeah gear box troubles,your going to have them whether you have a
> standard WBX or a bigger engine.
> Buy a T25,one day you will rebuild a transaxle.Maybe two.
>
> Dont get me wrong,I love VWs,there in my blood,but VW should of had an
> engine of similar design to the Ej,rather then a watercooled Type 1
> engine,to put in the 'new' Kombi.
>
> Definatly not for all,but for those who have,you already know.
>
> PS Does anyone know Geoff Paradise??
>
> BenC
>
> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "andrew" <rafear@...>
> wrote:
> >
> > I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so today
> LOL.
> >
> > "A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with an
> engine conversion".
> >
> > Probably true.
> >
> >
> > But.......
> >
> >
> >
> > It's not as much fun! :-)))
> >
> >
> > For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I thoroughly
> recommend the RJES bellhousing.
> >
> >
> > I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available in Au
> and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with "slow fill
> syndrome"
> >
> > Cheers,
> >
> > Andy,
> > Ceduna.
> >
>
>
>
>

Leighton · 1 December 2011 23:25

should read who can do excellent subaru conversions and how can you tell a good one from a bad one?

Leighton

To: syncro_t3_australia@yahoogroups.com
From: smith_leighton@hotmail.com
Date: Fri, 2 Dec 2011 10:18:19 +1100
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

How can do excellent Subaru Conversions?

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: plander@optusnet.com.au
Date: Fri, 2 Dec 2011 09:27:18 +1100
Subject: Re: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?

The problem is that most people do a crap conversion.

> Mr Scott Pitcher <spbconsulting@bigpond.com> wrote:
>
> Here Here Ben,
>
> I have driven my old mans syncro as just a bare shell without power
> steering (which has since been fitted) or air cond with low kms and it
> went OK but I would rather mine with its performance any day.
>
> I have never had a VW donk in mine but I have had mine for over 15 years
> now and the only problems ever caused by my engine in that time was a
> failed optical sensor. It also developed a tappet noise which was fixed
> with a new oil pump and I replaced the water pump the same time as the
> timing belts just to be sure (not because of failure).
>
> I would call that very reliable 1 failure in 15 years is pretty good.
>
> Go the suby donks - they are fantastic.
>
> Skot
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Ben
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 10:55 PM
> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
>
>
>
> Well said Andy,I totally agree.
>
> Standard Syncro=stuck in left lane,arrive at destination stressed and
> tired.
>
> Good to hear your still having fun with your conversion after all
> these years.
> I too have an RJES bellhousing,I think you might be familiar with it.I
> bought it from Yurik.It has the same modification that you have done on
> your bellhousing.
>
> Ej25 coversion,is the best thing that I have done with my syncro.And,
> with all my cars,for that matter.
>
> I drive the bus everyday,and it is a pleasure.Zippy,in traffic(thats
> right,zippy),pulls away in top,cruises at 110k,and is better on the
> beach,where I do most of my off-road.Climbs inclines with ease.
>
> You would find more mechanics familar and comfortable working with Ej
> engines than VWs.
> I do agree that if you do have a converted vehicle,you are probably
> better to do the work yourself.I have a scanner,never had a fault code.
> An increase of 80% in horsepower,by putting in a standard,modern
> engine.
>
> Yeah yeah gear box troubles,your going to have them whether you have a
> standard WBX or a bigger engine.
> Buy a T25,one day you will rebuild a transaxle.Maybe two.
>
> Dont get me wrong,I love VWs,there in my blood,but VW should of had an
> engine of similar design to the Ej,rather then a watercooled Type 1
> engine,to put in the 'new' Kombi.
>
> Definatly not for all,but for those who have,you already know.
>
> PS Does anyone know Geoff Paradise??
>
> BenC
>
> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "andrew" <rafear@...>
> wrote:
> >
> > I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so today
> LOL.
> >
> > "A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with an
> engine conversion".
> >
> > Probably true.
> >
> >
> > But.......
> >
> >
> >
> > It's not as much fun! :-)))
> >
> >
> > For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I thoroughly
> recommend the RJES bellhousing.
> >
> >
> > I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available in Au
> and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with "slow fill
> syndrome"
> >
> > Cheers,
> >
> > Andy,
> > Ceduna.
> >
>
>
>
>

syncro · 1 December 2011 23:28

Ben.

> Leighton Smith <smith_leighton@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>
> How can do excellent Subaru Conversions?
>
>
>
>
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> From: plander@optusnet.com.au
> Date: Fri, 2 Dec 2011 09:27:18 +1100
> Subject: Re: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
>
>
>
>
>
>
> The problem is that most people do a crap conversion.
>
> > Mr Scott Pitcher <spbconsulting@bigpond.com> wrote:
> >
> > Here Here Ben,
> >
> > I have driven my old mans syncro as just a bare shell without power
> > steering (which has since been fitted) or air cond with low kms and it
>
> > went OK but I would rather mine with its performance any day.
> >
> > I have never had a VW donk in mine but I have had mine for over 15
> years
> > now and the only problems ever caused by my engine in that time was a
> > failed optical sensor. It also developed a tappet noise which was
> fixed
> > with a new oil pump and I replaced the water pump the same time as the
>
> > timing belts just to be sure (not because of failure).
> >
> > I would call that very reliable 1 failure in 15 years is pretty good.
> >
> > Go the suby donks - they are fantastic.
> >
> > Skot
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: Ben
> > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 10:55 PM
> > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
> >
> >
> >
> > Well said Andy,I totally agree.
> >
> > Standard Syncro=stuck in left lane,arrive at destination stressed and
> > tired.
> >
> > Good to hear your still having fun with your conversion after all
> > these years.
> > I too have an RJES bellhousing,I think you might be familiar with it.I
>
> > bought it from Yurik.It has the same modification that you have done
> on
> > your bellhousing.
> >
> > Ej25 coversion,is the best thing that I have done with my syncro.And,
> > with all my cars,for that matter.
> >
> > I drive the bus everyday,and it is a pleasure.Zippy,in traffic(thats
> > right,zippy),pulls away in top,cruises at 110k,and is better on the
> > beach,where I do most of my off-road.Climbs inclines with ease.
> >
> > You would find more mechanics familar and comfortable working with Ej
> > engines than VWs.
> > I do agree that if you do have a converted vehicle,you are probably
> > better to do the work yourself.I have a scanner,never had a fault
> code.
> > An increase of 80% in horsepower,by putting in a standard,modern
> > engine.
> >
> > Yeah yeah gear box troubles,your going to have them whether you have a
>
> > standard WBX or a bigger engine.
> > Buy a T25,one day you will rebuild a transaxle.Maybe two.
> >
> > Dont get me wrong,I love VWs,there in my blood,but VW should of had an
>
> > engine of similar design to the Ej,rather then a watercooled Type 1
> > engine,to put in the 'new' Kombi.
> >
> > Definatly not for all,but for those who have,you already know.
> >
> > PS Does anyone know Geoff Paradise??
> >
> > BenC
> >
> > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "andrew" <rafear@...>
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so today
> > LOL.
> > >
> > > "A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with an
> > engine conversion".
> > >
> > > Probably true.
> > >
> > >
> > > But.......
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > It's not as much fun! :-)))
> > >
> > >
> > > For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I thoroughly
> > recommend the RJES bellhousing.
> > >
> > >
> > > I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available in Au
> > and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with "slow
> fill
> > syndrome"
> > >
> > > Cheers,
> > >
> > > Andy,
> > > Ceduna.
> > >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
>
>

bencroft96 · 1 December 2011 23:59

I think the difference between a good and a bad conversion,whether it is Subaru,another VW or whatever,is money.
To do a good conversion,the engine should look like it has been there since factory.

I have seen some coversions on the Subivanagon forum that look like they are sponsered by Bunnings.

Take your time,do the research,get all the necessary bits and pieces,then go for it,or get someone who knows what they are doing to do it.

For me a bellhousing conversion is the only way to go.

Once upon a time,a fellow syncro head once told me the Subaru was a bad conversion,he has since seen my work and driven the vehicle,I believe he said something like this."geez,these Subarus really are a good conversion,arnt they".
Anyhow not for all.
BenC

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, plander@... wrote:
>
> Ben.
>
>
>
> > Leighton Smith <smith_leighton@...> wrote:
> >
> >
> > How can do excellent Subaru Conversions?
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > From: plander@...
> > Date: Fri, 2 Dec 2011 09:27:18 +1100
> > Subject: Re: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > The problem is that most people do a crap conversion.
> >
> > > Mr Scott Pitcher <spbconsulting@...> wrote:
> > >
> > > Here Here Ben,
> > >
> > > I have driven my old mans syncro as just a bare shell without power
> > > steering (which has since been fitted) or air cond with low kms and it
> >
> > > went OK but I would rather mine with its performance any day.
> > >
> > > I have never had a VW donk in mine but I have had mine for over 15
> > years
> > > now and the only problems ever caused by my engine in that time was a
> > > failed optical sensor. It also developed a tappet noise which was
> > fixed
> > > with a new oil pump and I replaced the water pump the same time as the
> >
> > > timing belts just to be sure (not because of failure).
> > >
> > > I would call that very reliable 1 failure in 15 years is pretty good.
> > >
> > > Go the suby donks - they are fantastic.
> > >
> > > Skot
> > >
> > > ----- Original Message -----
> > > From: Ben
> > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 10:55 PM
> > > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Well said Andy,I totally agree.
> > >
> > > Standard Syncro=stuck in left lane,arrive at destination stressed and
> > > tired.
> > >
> > > Good to hear your still having fun with your conversion after all
> > > these years.
> > > I too have an RJES bellhousing,I think you might be familiar with it.I
> >
> > > bought it from Yurik.It has the same modification that you have done
> > on
> > > your bellhousing.
> > >
> > > Ej25 coversion,is the best thing that I have done with my syncro.And,
> > > with all my cars,for that matter.
> > >
> > > I drive the bus everyday,and it is a pleasure.Zippy,in traffic(thats
> > > right,zippy),pulls away in top,cruises at 110k,and is better on the
> > > beach,where I do most of my off-road.Climbs inclines with ease.
> > >
> > > You would find more mechanics familar and comfortable working with Ej
> > > engines than VWs.
> > > I do agree that if you do have a converted vehicle,you are probably
> > > better to do the work yourself.I have a scanner,never had a fault
> > code.
> > > An increase of 80% in horsepower,by putting in a standard,modern
> > > engine.
> > >
> > > Yeah yeah gear box troubles,your going to have them whether you have a
> >
> > > standard WBX or a bigger engine.
> > > Buy a T25,one day you will rebuild a transaxle.Maybe two.
> > >
> > > Dont get me wrong,I love VWs,there in my blood,but VW should of had an
> >
> > > engine of similar design to the Ej,rather then a watercooled Type 1
> > > engine,to put in the 'new' Kombi.
> > >
> > > Definatly not for all,but for those who have,you already know.
> > >
> > > PS Does anyone know Geoff Paradise??
> > >
> > > BenC
> > >
> > > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "andrew" <rafear@>
> > > wrote:
> > > >
> > > > I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so today
> > > LOL.
> > > >
> > > > "A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with an
> > > engine conversion".
> > > >
> > > > Probably true.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > But.......
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > It's not as much fun! :-)))
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I thoroughly
> > > recommend the RJES bellhousing.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available in Au
> > > and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with "slow
> > fill
> > > syndrome"
> > > >
> > > > Cheers,
> > > >
> > > > Andy,
> > > > Ceduna.
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>

bencroft96 · 2 December 2011 00:03

GoWesty have the 2.1 to 2.5 engine kits too.
I believe someone on this forum is running one in at the moment.
BenC

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, plander@... wrote:
>
> Muller has been modifying them.
>
>
>
> > Ken Garratt <unclekenz@...> wrote:
> >
>
> Now this is something to get excited about ...
> Goto: http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1227011
> An equivalent in Oz?
> Ken
>
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> From: plander@...
> Date: Fri, 2 Dec 2011 09:27:18 +1100
> Subject: Re: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> The problem is that most people do a crap conversion.
>
>
>
> > Mr Scott Pitcher <spbconsulting@...> wrote:
>
> >
>
> > Here Here Ben,
>
> >
>
> > I have driven my old mans syncro as just a bare shell without power
>
> > steering (which has since been fitted) or air cond with low kms and it
>
> > went OK but I would rather mine with its performance any day.
>
> >
>
> > I have never had a VW donk in mine but I have had mine for over 15 years
>
> > now and the only problems ever caused by my engine in that time was a
>
> > failed optical sensor. It also developed a tappet noise which was fixed
>
> > with a new oil pump and I replaced the water pump the same time as the
>
> > timing belts just to be sure (not because of failure).
>
> >
>
> > I would call that very reliable 1 failure in 15 years is pretty good.
>
> >
>
> > Go the suby donks - they are fantastic.
>
> >
>
> > Skot
>
> >
>
> > ----- Original Message -----
>
> > From: Ben
>
> > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
>
> > Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 10:55 PM
>
> > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
>
> >
>
> >
>
> >
>
> > Well said Andy,I totally agree.
>
> >
>
> > Standard Syncro=stuck in left lane,arrive at destination stressed and
>
> > tired.
>
> >
>
> > Good to hear your still having fun with your conversion after all
>
> > these years.
>
> > I too have an RJES bellhousing,I think you might be familiar with it.I
>
> > bought it from Yurik.It has the same modification that you have done on
>
> > your bellhousing.
>
> >
>
> > Ej25 coversion,is the best thing that I have done with my syncro.And,
>
> > with all my cars,for that matter.
>
> >
>
> > I drive the bus everyday,and it is a pleasure.Zippy,in traffic(thats
>
> > right,zippy),pulls away in top,cruises at 110k,and is better on the
>
> > beach,where I do most of my off-road.Climbs inclines with ease.
>
> >
>
> > You would find more mechanics familar and comfortable working with Ej
>
> > engines than VWs.
>
> > I do agree that if you do have a converted vehicle,you are probably
>
> > better to do the work yourself.I have a scanner,never had a fault code.
>
> > An increase of 80% in horsepower,by putting in a standard,modern
>
> > engine.
>
> >
>
> > Yeah yeah gear box troubles,your going to have them whether you have a
>
> > standard WBX or a bigger engine.
>
> > Buy a T25,one day you will rebuild a transaxle.Maybe two.
>
> >
>
> > Dont get me wrong,I love VWs,there in my blood,but VW should of had an
>
> > engine of similar design to the Ej,rather then a watercooled Type 1
>
> > engine,to put in the 'new' Kombi.
>
> >
>
> > Definatly not for all,but for those who have,you already know.
>
> >
>
> > PS Does anyone know Geoff Paradise??
>
> >
>
> > BenC
>
> >
>
> > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "andrew" <rafear@>
>
> > wrote:
>
> > >
>
> > > I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so today
>
> > LOL.
>
> > >
>
> > > "A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with an
>
> > engine conversion".
>
> > >
>
> > > Probably true.
>
> > >
>
> > >
>
> > > But.......
>
> > >
>
> > >
>
> > >
>
> > > It's not as much fun! :-)))
>
> > >
>
> > >
>
> > > For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I thoroughly
>
> > recommend the RJES bellhousing.
>
> > >
>
> > >
>
> > > I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available in Au
>
> > and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with "slow fill
>
> > syndrome"
>
> > >
>
> > > Cheers,
>
> > >
>
> > > Andy,
>
> > > Ceduna.
>
> > >
>
> >
>
> >
>
> >
>
> >
>

syncro · 2 December 2011 00:07

I'd really like to try the Subaru diesel conversion.

Phill

> Ben <bencroft96@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> I think the difference between a good and a bad conversion,whether it is
> Subaru,another VW or whatever,is money.
> To do a good conversion,the engine should look like it has been there
> since factory.
>
> I have seen some coversions on the Subivanagon forum that look like they
> are sponsered by Bunnings.
>
> Take your time,do the research,get all the necessary bits and
> pieces,then go for it,or get someone who knows what they are doing to do
> it.
>
> For me a bellhousing conversion is the only way to go.
>
> Once upon a time,a fellow syncro head once told me the Subaru was a bad
> conversion,he has since seen my work and driven the vehicle,I believe he
> said something like this."geez,these Subarus really are a good
> conversion,arnt they".
> Anyhow not for all.
> BenC
>
> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, plander@... wrote:
> >
> > Ben.
> >
> >
> >
> > > Leighton Smith <smith_leighton@...> wrote:
> > >
> > >
> > > How can do excellent Subaru Conversions?
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > From: plander@...
> > > Date: Fri, 2 Dec 2011 09:27:18 +1100
> > > Subject: Re: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > The problem is that most people do a crap conversion.
> > >
> > > > Mr Scott Pitcher <spbconsulting@...> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Here Here Ben,
> > > >
> > > > I have driven my old mans syncro as just a bare shell without
> power
> > > > steering (which has since been fitted) or air cond with low kms
> and it
> > >
> > > > went OK but I would rather mine with its performance any day.
> > > >
> > > > I have never had a VW donk in mine but I have had mine for over 15
>
> > > years
> > > > now and the only problems ever caused by my engine in that time
> was a
> > > > failed optical sensor. It also developed a tappet noise which was
> > > fixed
> > > > with a new oil pump and I replaced the water pump the same time as
> the
> > >
> > > > timing belts just to be sure (not because of failure).
> > > >
> > > > I would call that very reliable 1 failure in 15 years is pretty
> good.
> > > >
> > > > Go the suby donks - they are fantastic.
> > > >
> > > > Skot
> > > >
> > > > ----- Original Message -----
> > > > From: Ben
> > > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > > Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 10:55 PM
> > > > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Well said Andy,I totally agree.
> > > >
> > > > Standard Syncro=stuck in left lane,arrive at destination stressed
> and
> > > > tired.
> > > >
> > > > Good to hear your still having fun with your conversion after all
> > > > these years.
> > > > I too have an RJES bellhousing,I think you might be familiar with
> it.I
> > >
> > > > bought it from Yurik.It has the same modification that you have
> done
> > > on
> > > > your bellhousing.
> > > >
> > > > Ej25 coversion,is the best thing that I have done with my
> syncro.And,
> > > > with all my cars,for that matter.
> > > >
> > > > I drive the bus everyday,and it is a pleasure.Zippy,in
> traffic(thats
> > > > right,zippy),pulls away in top,cruises at 110k,and is better on
> the
> > > > beach,where I do most of my off-road.Climbs inclines with ease.
> > > >
> > > > You would find more mechanics familar and comfortable working with
> Ej
> > > > engines than VWs.
> > > > I do agree that if you do have a converted vehicle,you are
> probably
> > > > better to do the work yourself.I have a scanner,never had a fault
> > > code.
> > > > An increase of 80% in horsepower,by putting in a standard,modern
> > > > engine.
> > > >
> > > > Yeah yeah gear box troubles,your going to have them whether you
> have a
> > >
> > > > standard WBX or a bigger engine.
> > > > Buy a T25,one day you will rebuild a transaxle.Maybe two.
> > > >
> > > > Dont get me wrong,I love VWs,there in my blood,but VW should of
> had an
> > >
> > > > engine of similar design to the Ej,rather then a watercooled Type
> 1
> > > > engine,to put in the 'new' Kombi.
> > > >
> > > > Definatly not for all,but for those who have,you already know.
> > > >
> > > > PS Does anyone know Geoff Paradise??
> > > >
> > > > BenC
> > > >
> > > > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "andrew" <rafear@>
> > > > wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so today
>
> > > > LOL.
> > > > >
> > > > > "A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with an
> > > > engine conversion".
> > > > >
> > > > > Probably true.
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > But.......
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > It's not as much fun! :-)))
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I
> thoroughly
> > > > recommend the RJES bellhousing.
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available in
> Au
> > > > and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with
> "slow
> > > fill
> > > > syndrome"
> > > > >
> > > > > Cheers,
> > > > >
> > > > > Andy,
> > > > > Ceduna.
> > > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >

bencroft96 · 2 December 2011 00:15

What??!!#%@&??!!
You mean you would like someone else to use their bus,then you would like to have a drive.lol
I believe there is one guy in the States trying to get it all sorted.
BenC

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, plander@... wrote:
>
> I'd really like to try the Subaru diesel conversion.
>
> Phill
>
>
>
> > Ben <bencroft96@...> wrote:
> >
> > I think the difference between a good and a bad conversion,whether it is
> > Subaru,another VW or whatever,is money.
> > To do a good conversion,the engine should look like it has been there
> > since factory.
> >
> > I have seen some coversions on the Subivanagon forum that look like they
> > are sponsered by Bunnings.
> >
> > Take your time,do the research,get all the necessary bits and
> > pieces,then go for it,or get someone who knows what they are doing to do
> > it.
> >
> > For me a bellhousing conversion is the only way to go.
> >
> > Once upon a time,a fellow syncro head once told me the Subaru was a bad
> > conversion,he has since seen my work and driven the vehicle,I believe he
> > said something like this."geez,these Subarus really are a good
> > conversion,arnt they".
> > Anyhow not for all.
> > BenC
> >
> > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, plander@ wrote:
> > >
> > > Ben.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > > Leighton Smith <smith_leighton@> wrote:
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > How can do excellent Subaru Conversions?
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > > From: plander@
> > > > Date: Fri, 2 Dec 2011 09:27:18 +1100
> > > > Subject: Re: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > The problem is that most people do a crap conversion.
> > > >
> > > > > Mr Scott Pitcher <spbconsulting@> wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > Here Here Ben,
> > > > >
> > > > > I have driven my old mans syncro as just a bare shell without
> > power
> > > > > steering (which has since been fitted) or air cond with low kms
> > and it
> > > >
> > > > > went OK but I would rather mine with its performance any day.
> > > > >
> > > > > I have never had a VW donk in mine but I have had mine for over 15
> >
> > > > years
> > > > > now and the only problems ever caused by my engine in that time
> > was a
> > > > > failed optical sensor. It also developed a tappet noise which was
> > > > fixed
> > > > > with a new oil pump and I replaced the water pump the same time as
> > the
> > > >
> > > > > timing belts just to be sure (not because of failure).
> > > > >
> > > > > I would call that very reliable 1 failure in 15 years is pretty
> > good.
> > > > >
> > > > > Go the suby donks - they are fantastic.
> > > > >
> > > > > Skot
> > > > >
> > > > > ----- Original Message -----
> > > > > From: Ben
> > > > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > > > Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 10:55 PM
> > > > > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > Well said Andy,I totally agree.
> > > > >
> > > > > Standard Syncro=stuck in left lane,arrive at destination stressed
> > and
> > > > > tired.
> > > > >
> > > > > Good to hear your still having fun with your conversion after all
> > > > > these years.
> > > > > I too have an RJES bellhousing,I think you might be familiar with
> > it.I
> > > >
> > > > > bought it from Yurik.It has the same modification that you have
> > done
> > > > on
> > > > > your bellhousing.
> > > > >
> > > > > Ej25 coversion,is the best thing that I have done with my
> > syncro.And,
> > > > > with all my cars,for that matter.
> > > > >
> > > > > I drive the bus everyday,and it is a pleasure.Zippy,in
> > traffic(thats
> > > > > right,zippy),pulls away in top,cruises at 110k,and is better on
> > the
> > > > > beach,where I do most of my off-road.Climbs inclines with ease.
> > > > >
> > > > > You would find more mechanics familar and comfortable working with
> > Ej
> > > > > engines than VWs.
> > > > > I do agree that if you do have a converted vehicle,you are
> > probably
> > > > > better to do the work yourself.I have a scanner,never had a fault
> > > > code.
> > > > > An increase of 80% in horsepower,by putting in a standard,modern
> > > > > engine.
> > > > >
> > > > > Yeah yeah gear box troubles,your going to have them whether you
> > have a
> > > >
> > > > > standard WBX or a bigger engine.
> > > > > Buy a T25,one day you will rebuild a transaxle.Maybe two.
> > > > >
> > > > > Dont get me wrong,I love VWs,there in my blood,but VW should of
> > had an
> > > >
> > > > > engine of similar design to the Ej,rather then a watercooled Type
> > 1
> > > > > engine,to put in the 'new' Kombi.
> > > > >
> > > > > Definatly not for all,but for those who have,you already know.
> > > > >
> > > > > PS Does anyone know Geoff Paradise??
> > > > >
> > > > > BenC
> > > > >
> > > > > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "andrew" <rafear@>
> > > > > wrote:
> > > > > >
> > > > > > I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so today
> >
> > > > > LOL.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > "A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with an
> > > > > engine conversion".
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Probably true.
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
> > > > > > But.......
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
> > > > > > It's not as much fun! :-)))
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
> > > > > > For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I
> > thoroughly
> > > > > recommend the RJES bellhousing.
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
> > > > > > I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available in
> > Au
> > > > > and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with
> > "slow
> > > > fill
> > > > > syndrome"
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Cheers,
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Andy,
> > > > > > Ceduna.
> > > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
>

syncro · 2 December 2011 00:18

Well, I wouldn't do it myself!

> Ben <bencroft96@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> What??!!#%@&??!!
> You mean you would like someone else to use their bus,then you would
> like to have a drive.lol
> I believe there is one guy in the States trying to get it all sorted.
> BenC
>
> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, plander@... wrote:
> >
> > I'd really like to try the Subaru diesel conversion.
> >
> > Phill
> >
> >
> >
> > > Ben <bencroft96@...> wrote:
> > >
> > > I think the difference between a good and a bad conversion,whether
> it is
> > > Subaru,another VW or whatever,is money.
> > > To do a good conversion,the engine should look like it has been
> there
> > > since factory.
> > >
> > > I have seen some coversions on the Subivanagon forum that look like
> they
> > > are sponsered by Bunnings.
> > >
> > > Take your time,do the research,get all the necessary bits and
> > > pieces,then go for it,or get someone who knows what they are doing
> to do
> > > it.
> > >
> > > For me a bellhousing conversion is the only way to go.
> > >
> > > Once upon a time,a fellow syncro head once told me the Subaru was a
> bad
> > > conversion,he has since seen my work and driven the vehicle,I
> believe he
> > > said something like this."geez,these Subarus really are a good
> > > conversion,arnt they".
> > > Anyhow not for all.
> > > BenC
> > >
> > > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, plander@ wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Ben.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > > Leighton Smith <smith_leighton@> wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > How can do excellent Subaru Conversions?
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > > > From: plander@
> > > > > Date: Fri, 2 Dec 2011 09:27:18 +1100
> > > > > Subject: Re: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > The problem is that most people do a crap conversion.
> > > > >
> > > > > > Mr Scott Pitcher <spbconsulting@> wrote:
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Here Here Ben,
> > > > > >
> > > > > > I have driven my old mans syncro as just a bare shell without
> > > power
> > > > > > steering (which has since been fitted) or air cond with low
> kms
> > > and it
> > > > >
> > > > > > went OK but I would rather mine with its performance any day.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > I have never had a VW donk in mine but I have had mine for
> over 15
> > >
> > > > > years
> > > > > > now and the only problems ever caused by my engine in that
> time
> > > was a
> > > > > > failed optical sensor. It also developed a tappet noise which
> was
> > > > > fixed
> > > > > > with a new oil pump and I replaced the water pump the same
> time as
> > > the
> > > > >
> > > > > > timing belts just to be sure (not because of failure).
> > > > > >
> > > > > > I would call that very reliable 1 failure in 15 years is
> pretty
> > > good.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Go the suby donks - they are fantastic.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Skot
> > > > > >
> > > > > > ----- Original Message -----
> > > > > > From: Ben
> > > > > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > > > > Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 10:55 PM
> > > > > > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: ACT Syncro?
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Well said Andy,I totally agree.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Standard Syncro=stuck in left lane,arrive at destination
> stressed
> > > and
> > > > > > tired.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Good to hear your still having fun with your conversion after
> all
> > > > > > these years.
> > > > > > I too have an RJES bellhousing,I think you might be familiar
> with
> > > it.I
> > > > >
> > > > > > bought it from Yurik.It has the same modification that you
> have
> > > done
> > > > > on
> > > > > > your bellhousing.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Ej25 coversion,is the best thing that I have done with my
> > > syncro.And,
> > > > > > with all my cars,for that matter.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > I drive the bus everyday,and it is a pleasure.Zippy,in
> > > traffic(thats
> > > > > > right,zippy),pulls away in top,cruises at 110k,and is better
> on
> > > the
> > > > > > beach,where I do most of my off-road.Climbs inclines with
> ease.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > You would find more mechanics familar and comfortable working
> with
> > > Ej
> > > > > > engines than VWs.
> > > > > > I do agree that if you do have a converted vehicle,you are
> > > probably
> > > > > > better to do the work yourself.I have a scanner,never had a
> fault
> > > > > code.
> > > > > > An increase of 80% in horsepower,by putting in a
> standard,modern
> > > > > > engine.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Yeah yeah gear box troubles,your going to have them whether
> you
> > > have a
> > > > >
> > > > > > standard WBX or a bigger engine.
> > > > > > Buy a T25,one day you will rebuild a transaxle.Maybe two.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Dont get me wrong,I love VWs,there in my blood,but VW should
> of
> > > had an
> > > > >
> > > > > > engine of similar design to the Ej,rather then a watercooled
> Type
> > > 1
> > > > > > engine,to put in the 'new' Kombi.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Definatly not for all,but for those who have,you already know.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > PS Does anyone know Geoff Paradise??
> > > > > >
> > > > > > BenC
> > > > > >
> > > > > > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "andrew" <rafear@>
>
> > > > > > wrote:
> > > > > > >
> > > > > > > I don't post much these days but I feel compelled to do so
> today
> > >
> > > > > > LOL.
> > > > > > >
> > > > > > > "A std Syncro is easier to sell and worth more than one with
> an
> > > > > > engine conversion".
> > > > > > >
> > > > > > > Probably true.
> > > > > > >
> > > > > > >
> > > > > > > But.......
> > > > > > >
> > > > > > >
> > > > > > >
> > > > > > > It's not as much fun! :-)))
> > > > > > >
> > > > > > >
> > > > > > > For those who are, or are considering the "dark side" I
> > > thoroughly
> > > > > > recommend the RJES bellhousing.
> > > > > > >
> > > > > > >
> > > > > > > I have (injected) LPG on my EJ25 which is readily available
> in
> > > Au
> > > > > > and is probably quicker to fill than your average Syncro with
> > > "slow
> > > > > fill
> > > > > > syndrome"
> > > > > > >
> > > > > > > Cheers,
> > > > > > >
> > > > > > > Andy,
> > > > > > > Ceduna.
> > > > > > >
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