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Old August 23rd 08, 09:17 PM posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Default Sand rail project

On Aug 23, 11:44*am, David Gravereaux > wrote:
> wrote:
> >http://good-times.webshots.com/photo...01866121wsuXsA

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> > Heres a saind rail i'm building

>
> > rear disc brakes, hydraulic pedal assembly, weber progressive carb on
> > 1600 dp engine, Weld wheels, Totally Stainless hardwear

>
> Watch that weber progressive carb. *They need a hot base to work well
> and that redline kit's manifold is doubtful will get it hot enough. *For
> me it was endless bog coming off of idle. *They got great flow once your
> on the main jet. *Consider an electric heater blanket wrapped around the
> manifold or a heated base gasket if there is such a thing.


I'm thinking he needs to wrap a plastic bag around his head.

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