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CLKWRK Samba Member
Joined: October 02, 2001 Posts: 566 Location: Toronto
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Posted: Wed Jan 07, 2015 8:29 am Post subject: |
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Thanks for the praise, I also use this thread as a record of my progress, I am glad that others can find it useful too.
The pistons are priced in sets of 4, I am still trying to score a set of forged AA B pistons, I have been in contact with them and may be able to get a set from the next batch.
Moving to europe was a huge setback, now the super cold weather is holding me back, there always seems to be something.
Btw, I call it Canadia somtimes too so no offense taken
Here is an upskirt of its present setup, just for fun:
_________________ 1971 ghia build:
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=336744&start=0
Type 4 upright build:
http://shoptalkforums.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=134056
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/vantageaircooled/ |
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jpjohns Samba Member
Joined: May 03, 2014 Posts: 882 Location: Harrisonburg, VA
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Posted: Wed Jan 07, 2015 10:30 am Post subject: |
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CLKWRK wrote: |
there always seems to be something. |
Ain't that the truth _________________ -Jared
"Scrapyards are for quitters" - Beetlenut (a Samba member) |
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djway3474 Samba Member
Joined: August 19, 2011 Posts: 2576 Location: The Real NDK So Cal
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Posted: Wed Jan 07, 2015 11:47 pm Post subject: |
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Do you have more information on this t4 install? Are those heater boxes I see? I really wanted to do this but it all started seeming to be too much once I saw how difficult heat was or expensive in alternatives. |
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CLKWRK Samba Member
Joined: October 02, 2001 Posts: 566 Location: Toronto
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djway3474 Samba Member
Joined: August 19, 2011 Posts: 2576 Location: The Real NDK So Cal
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Posted: Sat Jan 10, 2015 8:04 pm Post subject: |
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It just so happens that I purchased a long block with an SPG roller yesterday so I am heading down the T1 path.
I am very impressed with your build but it looks beyond my skill level. I probably would have changed my mind after reading through the entire posting. I really like the T4 idea though for the kind of driving I like.
I think I will put the T4 in the, Someday if I get bored and really want to rack my brain category LOL.
Thanks for the link, I have saved it for future reference. |
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ctsaundersphoto Samba Member
Joined: November 26, 2012 Posts: 27 Location: United States
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Posted: Thu Jan 15, 2015 7:07 pm Post subject: |
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This car looked exactly like my car looked when I got it, same green and primer. While im going for a stock engine, this is a HUGE inspiration. Only downside for me right now is I still need to buy a welder to do all my metal work. |
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CLKWRK Samba Member
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CLKWRK Samba Member
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CLKWRK Samba Member
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sirzo Samba Member
Joined: December 12, 2007 Posts: 170 Location: Australia
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Posted: Wed Mar 25, 2015 8:01 am Post subject: |
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It would almost be a shame to hide those pistons in an enclosed motor!
They look racey!
Will you be adding sake additives to the fuel? |
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CLKWRK Samba Member
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CLKWRK Samba Member
Joined: October 02, 2001 Posts: 566 Location: Toronto
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Posted: Sun May 03, 2015 9:21 am Post subject: |
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Today I did a super stealth Accusump install, its not finished yet the solenoid hasn't arrived, it will be located in the engine bay.
I had to make a super intricate carrier to hold it, took me all day to get it right.
It will be used to pre oil the engine before startup, I want it to operate automatically so there is nothing for me to forget, I put a 12v timer relay that will open the fill/discharge solenoid for 30 seconds when the key is turned to the on position, I can also keep it open for extreme driving. I can also have the timer keep oil pressure for a few seconds after the engine has been turned off to act like a turbo timer. _________________ 1971 ghia build:
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=336744&start=0
Type 4 upright build:
http://shoptalkforums.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=134056
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/vantageaircooled/
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jpjohns Samba Member
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Posted: Sun May 03, 2015 9:32 am Post subject: |
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CLKWRK wrote: |
No shims under the barrels, the deck height is spot on .040"
I am not sure what Sake additives are, I don't use any additives, there is no ethanol here in Montreal as far as I know, just 94 octane pump gas.
The old setup with B pistons did not fit too well in the ghia's engine hole, the engine was too wide, now it will be as wide as stock. |
Clkwrk, I believe he's razzing you about the fact that you're using Japanese pistons in a VW. Sake is an alcoholic drink from Japan that's made with fermented rice. _________________ -Jared
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CLKWRK Samba Member
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CLKWRK Samba Member
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Posted: Mon Sep 07, 2015 6:04 pm Post subject: |
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Beautiful day in Montreal today and I had the ghia out, I have been noticing that it has a tendency to lock up the front wheels when I brake heavily.
I am not sure what is causing this, so I thought I would ask the pros on the Samba, here are my thoughts ...
- It could be that the tire rubber is too hard, the rears are getting worn down from burnouts, it definitely is time for new tires, but the fronts are locking up and they have the most tread on them.
- Maybe I need to check the rear brake circuit for air bubbles, the pedal is fairly stiff, not rock hard, maybe it needs to be harder.
- My front brakes are the larger single pot porsche 944 NA ones, the rears are from a 1985 GTI, I am using this master cylinder:
http://www.cip1.ca/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=C13-16-9554
It has no residual valves, perhaps it needs a 2 psi valve on the rear circuit _________________ 1971 ghia build:
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=336744&start=0
Type 4 upright build:
http://shoptalkforums.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=134056
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/vantageaircooled/ |
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bhartwell59 Samba Member
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Posted: Mon Sep 07, 2015 7:13 pm Post subject: |
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CLKWRK wrote: |
the rears are getting worn down from burnouts |
dang... love it! wish i could help. _________________ '74 Zambezi green Ghia vert, autostick, 101k
'87 Jeep Wrangler, 4.2, 330k |
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OLD VW NUT Samba Member
Joined: February 23, 2011 Posts: 2776 Location: High Desert of Washington 98823
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Posted: Mon Sep 07, 2015 7:32 pm Post subject: |
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CLKWRK wrote: |
Beautiful day in Montreal today and I had the ghia out, I have been noticing that it has a tendency to lock up the front wheels when I brake heavily.
I am not sure what is causing this, so I thought I would ask the pros on the Samba, here are my thoughts ...
- It could be that the tire rubber is too hard, the rears are getting worn down from burnouts, it definitely is time for new tires, but the fronts are locking up and they have the most tread on them.
- Maybe I need to check the rear brake circuit for air bubbles, the pedal is fairly stiff, not rock hard, maybe it needs to be harder.
- My front brakes are the larger single pot porsche 944 NA ones, the rears are from a 1985 GTI, I am using this master cylinder:
http://www.cip1.ca/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=C13-16-9554
It has no residual valves, perhaps it needs a 2 psi valve on the rear circuit |
When I installed 4 corner disc brakes on my 72 Super (sold - DOH!) I used a stock (19mm I think) dual master cylinder. It was very even braking between front and rear. When I really stood on the brakes all four would lock up - I only did that once. I never thought a super could stop that fast. Wow - 4 corner disc brakes are quite the thing - quite awesome in fact. Every bit as good as my Jetta with its 4 corner power assist brakes. I should have kept the super but then I wouldn't have my 71 Ghia in the shape its in. I do like my 2110 motor.
It may be a bit of work but you could install an adjustable proportioning valve that would be operable while driving. It would allow you to control pressure between front and rear brakes. _________________ 71 Ghia Coupe - stock body - no rust! Powered by a 2110 W/Dual HPMX 44's - Rancho Pro Street Transaxle - A/C by Gilmore
Other car - 2013 VW Golf TDI |
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John Ghia Samba Member
Joined: April 13, 2004 Posts: 277
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Posted: Tue Sep 15, 2015 10:20 pm Post subject: Rear GTI calipers |
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Can you post a pic and some specs on your rear brake set up? Thanks. I enjoy your ongoing build. How does the Type 4 push your Ghia? _________________ BUS BOYZ |
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CLKWRK Samba Member
Joined: October 02, 2001 Posts: 566 Location: Toronto
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Posted: Sun Mar 06, 2016 6:31 pm Post subject: Re: CLKWRK's build |
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Old man winter has stopped me from doing any more work on the brakes at least until April.
Type 4 power ... I recommend it, mine is pretty much a stock 2.0L that has 1.8 heads, oversized 96mm P&Cs and a cam. I do have to admit that the secret to that combo is EFI and some dyno time, otherwise probably no burnouts for me.
Here is an update ...
So I have a bunch of BN2 gas heaters in my hoard, I also have most of the ghia specific components to install one so I thought "why not"
I have two working early BN2s and two late BN2s, the late ones use a metering pump and are less finicky, so thats what I am going to install. I have never seen a late one installed into a ghia, they are usually early BN2s (they have a piggyback fuel pump and regulator)
I am missing the "metering pump" (the modern name for this is "dosing pump") and I need to source one that isn't 40 years old but has the same output as the original, the original pumps output was 200 pulls/6-6.5cc
I found something that should work on Ebay, its for a modern Webasto parking heater and the output seems right, we will see when it arrives in the mail and I test it.
_________________ 1971 ghia build:
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=336744&start=0
Type 4 upright build:
http://shoptalkforums.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=134056
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/vantageaircooled/ |
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