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Re: [T3] Squareback Cooling - NACA Ducts?


> I have a '68 Squareback which continues to have some problems with cooling
> (although it goes in next week for sort of a |Q*p- with an exhaust gas
> analyzer) . Airflow to the engine as I understand it is fairly limited..
> What I was thinking about, was installing some NACA Ducts in the side of the
> body to hoses under the rear seat and through to the engine compartment -

The cooling air and the air for the carb(s)/FI only comes into the
engine area from the Louvers in the fenders through some duct work
internal to the body, through the big rubber boot to the fan assly.
Bringing air into the engine compartment without connecting it to this
ductwork probably will do little to cool the engine. You may want to
check your timing, air fuel mixture, etc. This may make your engine run
hot. On the cooling side you could have the flaps in the fan assly stuck
not allowing enough air across the cylinders or air leaks (holes) in the
Boots, Ductwork or fan assly that is bringing in hot air from the engine
compartment. 

Good Luck!

Dana Hall
65 Notchback Sunroof
77 Beetle
78 Bus

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