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Perhaps this would be a good opportunity to extend the mail list to the 411
412 crowd. After all, they are squarebacks and fastbacks too and a rare
breed that need some consideration. And wasn't it the 914 (another T4
hybrid) that took the place of the Type III KG in the production line?
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Nathan Jacobsen
'62 NB
'69 SB M/T
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
> As you know, my head is falling off...
>
> So, here I am with this wonderful decision to make: Rebuild a
1600(stock,
> FI) or install a T4 (stock, FI). What I am looking for is some good
advice
> about rebuilding a very solid, reliable, cost not really an object stock
> 1600. Let's put it this way, I want it to last 150,000 US miles, 24000
> Swedish miles, or 240,000 km before the next rebuild. Longer would be
> preferable.
>
> If you have answered this stuff before, just point me in the right
> direction. I will be buying the "Hot rodding" and "Rebuilding Air
Cooled"
> books very soon. Any and all resources for this stuff would be very
> helpful.
>
> I know the exhaust valves need to be of the best quality (which would
> be...?).
> A balanced crank shaft would be very nice, too (will that affect the FI?
I
> don't think so, but I am not sure--stock dimensions, ˜[ö
> Case savers, as I have learned, are of ultimate importance. (are those
> needed in a T4?) Anything specific I should know about them (16 plus
one
> > deep one, for example)
> > And, of course, a full flow oil filter (any suggestions on how or
where?)
> > How would I handle T4 dropped seats, rather, prevent them?
> >
> > Now, I just need to find out about good quality P/Cs, probably a head or
> > two, maybe some rods, and anything else you think would be ideal for
> making
> > the dream stock engine. Brand names, I need brand names! Maybe
sources,
> > too.
> >
> > What is your stance on hydraulic lifters? Yes/No? Drawbacks?
Advantages?
> >
> > What are some GOOD companies for rebuilds (maybe we should make a list
of
> > this) and some BAD companies?
> >
> > What price range should I be looking at? (for excellent quality)
> >
> > I would love to do this myself, but working and going to school prevent
> > this. My square is also my only source of groceries (the stores are
> > driving, not biking distance).
> >
> > I appreciate your help on this matter, guys.
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Steve and the Headless Square ('71)
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