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Simon Glen wrote: > > However, the issue here I understand is the possibility of using a Wasserboxer > crankshaft in a Type 3 motor because of their strength and reliabilty. If I am not wrong, the original point here was to utilize the 2.1 wbx's 76 mm stroke crank, i.e. get a stroker crank for a cheap buck. > > But, has anyone considered using the crankshaft from an air-cooled 1600 series CT > motor. This engine is a flat Type 3 style motor with single carburettor and was > used on T3 Transporters (Vanagons) from Aug 1979 to Dec 1982. I agree this engine would probably be better, but is rare in some parts of the world. I have never seen one, I dont think that 1.6 was sold here at all. PerL 73 Variant L ------------------------------------------------------------------- Unsubscribe? mailto:type3-request@vwtype3.org, Subject: unsubscribe