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- 02 Mar 2015, 16:30
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: pros and cons of a 2.1 petrol engine
- Replies: 26
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Re: pros and cons of a 2.1 petrol engine
I think once you want a syncro there is no going back! I debated making my 2WD a bit more syncro looking, but I knew I would still be hankering after the real thing.. Lpg also didn't appeal (had it in a 2wd) a small tank takes up a lot of space in a camper, and I found myself always looking for fue...
- 01 Mar 2015, 22:18
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: pros and cons of a 2.1 petrol engine
- Replies: 26
- Views: 13235
Re: pros and cons of a 2.1 petrol engine
I have been running wbx's and on lpg for 14 years.. done prob 200k miles I don't run a camper, so the space issue isn't a big concern for me.. I have a twin tank setup on the doka and can hold 104L of gas.. hasn't taken away any of the practicality in reality.. If you want a syncro for the "lo...
- 01 Mar 2015, 00:56
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: pros and cons of a 2.1 petrol engine
- Replies: 26
- Views: 13235
Re: pros and cons of a 2.1 petrol engine
the 2.1 has gone, but Im in light negotiations with a guy in the Netherlands with a syncro, decent body work, runs, drives all good, and a pop top which is perfect for what i want. problem is its advertised as a 1.9, no "L" or "TD" so im a bit in the dark, so ill ask tomorrow, wo...
- 28 Feb 2015, 10:55
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Turbo burning oil?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2353
Re: Turbo burning oil?
Alex tell us where you are and what you are after difficult to second guess your wants and desires Ideally, I want a something that's reliable, looks good and that I can take almost anywhere, like a Syncro. Your questions indicate that you should do a lot more research into the T3 Syncro before you...
- 28 Feb 2015, 00:42
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: pros and cons of a 2.1 petrol engine
- Replies: 26
- Views: 13235
pros and cons of a 2.1 petrol engine
found another syncro near stuttgart, good shape on it, good price, the usual, its got a 2.1 petrol engine (a blistering 95 bhp! ). just wondering if theyre any good? whats the mpg like? relianbility? or is a turbo diesel a better bet?
thanks
alex
thanks
alex
- 26 Feb 2015, 22:19
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Turbo burning oil?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2353
Turbo burning oil?
probably my billionth post today, but oh well. found another syncro, decent caravelle no rust, but its got a turbo return line issue? and that the turbo sends power but burn oil? where can i get this sorted and for how much? As the vans 4000 euros, is it worth getting to stay in a £6000 budget? any ...