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Sheila & Gary’s long-term project, a 1988 RHD VW Syncro caravel, (camper conversion).

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The Charge cooler.

Our reasoning and expectations behind this.



Our reasoning and expectations behind this.

Photos and info to follow soon.

Other related or affected items.

EE20 Subaru engine.
E C U. (Mapping still not correct).
Integrated main, charge cooler & air-con rad. 
Stainless Steel exhaust system.
Modified dual-mass clutch & thrust bearing.

 

In use reviews.
 
Our conclusions.
Pros.
 
Cons.
 

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