Just an update to keep it rolling,
Started to make up a frame/mount for the rad and intercooler.
I'm gonna be using the standard Passat rad and a Fabia Vrs fmic.
I've bought the cooler already and I'm in the middle of using the old rad to mock up and mount, I'll replace this with new when needed.
I've mocked up the water pipework too, I ended up using a golf thermostat housing as the passat 1 pointed downwards and had the vw quick release type clip fittings, the golf is a better position all-round.
I've made the exhaust down pipe from the turbo, I've gone for a 2.5in ss pipe, its a bit overkill but after asking if it would be OK on a few vw pages it made sense to use this size as it will easily join to the existing system.
Shes also go a couple of new boots for the front now too, the low profiles were sadly perished with being sat for so long in the sunlight and were a little bit too skinny for the van to be fair, I've now gone for a pair of 205 55 17s which have the same rolling radius as the rears
Majority of the wiring is also finished now, I just need to extend the ignition wiring and tie into the transit loom once I have the battery fitted.
I also fitted the front/rear prop (id previously fitted a new centre bearing) but it turns out I had a mk4 set and the centre bearing wouldn't land on the mk5 centre mount, a new adapter plate was made to move the landing point, I just haven't fitted it due to the crap weather we've had
Still need to look at what type of header tank I'll use and once the fmic is fitted I'll need the boost pipework to match.
Shes slowly getting there, will definitely be ready for mania (the Mrs wants to go on our hols in it in April too!
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Few update pics as always......
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