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Originally posted by milt
Now, to counteract, you could work the VW over a bit. You could lower it and remove the reduction axles.
Pretty sure '67 was the last year for reduction axles, wasn't it?

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Originally posted by nota
old buses had the reduction gears and no power 30-40 hp
by 70 no old style bug parts are in a van
the 70 is a type 4 same as a 914 motor about 90hp in bus tune
I think '72 was the first year for the type 4 engine, and it was a 1700cc.

The 1970-71 vans still had the upright type 1 engine, with dual port head. Quite a desirable setup actually, especially in comparison with the early 1700cc type 4 engines.

I'm sure Widebody911 will shime in and correct me.

FWIW, I REALLY like the early baywindow buses. I vote yes, if all safety concerns are covered.
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