Re: [T3] Engine work

[Toby Erkson <air_cooled_nut@pobox.com>]

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everything like one would do at work.  Thanks :-)

There's an internal bolt that holds the breather to the stand.  You can 
either use an "internal pipe wrench" or a specialized tool such as this:
http://www.800luvbugg.com/shop?frame=1.30.4936
It's called an "oil filler nut tool" but for the T3 that's not a correct 
description.  Again, you NEED to get a Bentley.  A Haynes will work as well.

My ignition system was used so my price was less.  Most new ones sell 
for $250 or so.  http://www.larrysoffroad.com/productCat48793.ctlg
Hell yeah it helps!  Spark plug point gap of 0.040" (bigger is better) 
and improved torque that is easily felt, no doubt about it!!  I find it 
laughable when I see "big" engines -- especially race engines! -- that 
use the stock or "high energy" coils.  Those engines would benefit so 
much more with a real ignition system.  My opinion.

 Toby Erkson  --  http://www.icbm.org/
 '72 VW Squareback Darksider, 5-speed, 2.0L, rag top
 '72 VW Squareback Lightsider, automatic, FI, sunroof, gas heater
 '95 VW Jetta ~ SCCA Solo 2 EP #3; '73 Porsche 914; '81 Honda Gold Wing
 Portland, Oregon



Brad Mularcik wrote:

> Toby,
>    How do you get the breather off of the bracket?
>
> How do you like the electronic ignition setup that you have?  Their 
> website does not have a price, and I have not had a chance to call.  
> How much does that setup cost?

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