Running an ABF 16v on carbs in a MK1?

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  1. Hotgolf

    Hotgolf Paid Member Paid Member

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    Anyone running this setup?
    BAsically want to know if you've had any clearence issue with the throttle linkage and the bonnet?
    I've no problem with anything else i.e. linkage and top hose even with the standard water outlet, but the linkage sit very high towards the bonnet, and will probably touch.
    I can get around it no problem but has anyone else had issues?
     
  2. TIM

    Tim Forum Addict

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    what style linkage are you using?

    tim
     
  3. Hotgolf

    Hotgolf Paid Member Paid Member

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    A couple of pics:
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    Made a bit of progress since Friday sh4g!!:)
     
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    looking at the pic the clearence looks ok.it looks like it sits no higher than the std k-jet manifold?think you will find theres loads of room
     
  6. Hotgolf

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    lol I'll have to take another pic then. When I put a straight edge across the wings, the linkage is in the way! It's actually higher than it looks. I don't think the bonnet will close as it is so I'll have to tread carefully when i do try.
    Progress is going really well Gary :) Not far off now.
    Will have to adjust the downpipe as it's pointing to far down to the floor instead of running parallel with the floor pan, and the ecu has got to go in. Need to get to GSF in the morning and buy a few parts.
     
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    lookin good mart , should be ready for some track day action soon ,
     
  8. H8SV8S Forum Member

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    Gti mad man has an ABF on Webers. I asked him this same question ages ago and he said there were no problems ;)
     

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