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by philyoung
17 Jan 2020, 22:05
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: GoWesty wbx2.3 project
Replies: 6
Views: 2451

Re: GoWesty wbx2.3 project

Why not just put the 2.5 in it Ian? Then I wouldn’t have to keep lifting the engine deck on mine at every VW event for people to see your engine....
by philyoung
17 Jan 2020, 21:55
Forum: Any Other Matters
Topic: Newbie buying a T25. Do they all rot/engine/gbox?
Replies: 11
Views: 4429

Re: Newbie buying a T25. Do they all rot/engine/gbox?

And I might add the 2.5 ‘improved’ Oettinger from 025motorsport is a great drive if your 2.1 falls over..
by philyoung
17 Jan 2020, 21:51
Forum: Any Other Matters
Topic: Newbie buying a T25. Do they all rot/engine/gbox?
Replies: 11
Views: 4429

Re: Newbie buying a T25. Do they all rot/engine/gbox?

I’m no expert but thoughts; 1. My van was a German riot police ambulance that clearly did a lot of autobahn miles at high revs - engine keeled over at 150,000km but the gearbox still pretty much pristine. 2. Rot depends on how it’s been kept not age, mines a 1990, not perfect but largely original pa...
by philyoung
24 Feb 2019, 16:25
Forum: Past Events & Meets
Topic: Camper Jam Syncro rides for charity 6-7 July
Replies: 29
Views: 26277

Re: Camper Jam Syncro rides for charity 6-7 July

My van and driving skills not up to the quarry but happy to help with rest Si

Phil
by philyoung
28 Sep 2018, 12:26
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: So talk engines again
Replies: 18
Views: 4762

Re: So talk engines again

I have one of silverbullets 2.5WBX which now its loosened up a bit does 25mpg driven reasonably. Similar power/torque to Subaru.
by philyoung
27 Sep 2018, 11:59
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Subaru Converter/Installer
Replies: 14
Views: 4634

Re: Subaru Converter/Installer

Talk to Simon Whitmore at T3volution. He's in Lincolnshire
by philyoung
20 Sep 2018, 19:20
Forum: Past Events & Meets
Topic: Adventure Overland Show - roll call
Replies: 29
Views: 29123

Re: Adventure Overland Show - roll call

Change of plans for us and we won’t be able to make it now.
by philyoung
17 Sep 2018, 20:31
Forum: Past Events & Meets
Topic: Adventure Overland Show - meal theme
Replies: 5
Views: 7021

Re: Adventure Overland Show - meal theme

Will do a squash and chorizo filling, home made refried beans and bring a selection of juices.

Phil
by philyoung
04 Sep 2018, 22:12
Forum: Past Events & Meets
Topic: Adventure Overland Show - roll call
Replies: 29
Views: 29123

Re: Adventure Overland Show - roll call

I’ll be there.

Phil
by philyoung
13 Jul 2018, 14:06
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Heater fan not working
Replies: 15
Views: 5527

Re: Heater fan not working

Had to replace my fan recently (had help from one who has done it a few times!) and did the PWM modification - not difficult at all once you get your head around the wiring.
by philyoung
21 Dec 2017, 11:44
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Subaru conversion? - thoughts please
Replies: 17
Views: 16253

Re: Subaru conversion? - thoughts please

Agree with Ian, around 6k to pay someone to do it properly. The vw 1.8T option is likely a bit cheaper. I had my MV rebuilt as a 2.5, similar power/torque to a scooby but brand new engine. Engine bay looks (almost) standard.
by philyoung
15 Dec 2017, 17:54
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Dyno facilities
Replies: 4
Views: 2707

Re: Dyno facilities

Thanks I’ll contact them, power run in the first instance. Would like to know what my 2.5WBX is making (as would the engine builder).
by philyoung
16 Nov 2017, 12:49
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Dyno facilities
Replies: 4
Views: 2707

Re: Dyno facilities

Hmm.. no response from the one nearest me in West Sussex either by e-mail or phone, anybody know a place that's done a T3 before? Guess I may have to travel...
by philyoung
08 Nov 2017, 11:37
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Dyno facilities
Replies: 4
Views: 2707

Dyno facilities

Can anybody recommend a dyno facility within striking distance of Portsmouth that can cope with a syncro (ideally prefer not to have to take the propshaft off)? Thanks

Phil
by philyoung
30 Sep 2017, 08:21
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Fuel injecting a DG engine.
Replies: 13
Views: 2646

Re: Fuel injecting a DG engine.

I dont think you'll see much gain in fuel economy. Mine was originally an MV so has Digifant and a lambda, still only returns about 23mpg. If you could fit a crank sensor a programmable ECU and get sequential injection economy should improve (so I'm led to believe) but I doubt it would be economic. ...