VW Golf

[Kookaburra]

i think single cam would be difficult to manage a "V" engine.... it should be DOHC.. guys correct me if I am wrong..

The VR6 is not exactly a V nor an inline 6. See http://www.autozine.org/technical_school/engine/tech_engine_packaging.htm which says :

"The first generation VR6 has 2 valves per cylinder, single overhead camshaft (sohc) serving each bank just like any conventional 2-valve V6s, although the 2 camshafts are so close that they look as if a twin-cam design.

However, in many ways the VR6 is constructed like an in-line engine. Thanks to the narrow angle, the two banks are merged into a single cylinder block. Also, a single cylinder head houses the valve gears for all 6 cylinders. In contrast, a conventional V6 consists of 2 blocks and 2 heads. As a result, VR6 is not only smaller, but also lighter. It would have been cheaper as well if not employ 7-bearing crankshaft"

 

[H2Zero]

it does mention 2 cam shafts.....

 

[Kookaburra]

Seems the wording used is rather confusing!!!!

This is how I read it : SOHC refers to the mechanism of one camshaft operating both the inlet & outlet valves. DOHC, sometimes also referred to as twin cam, has one camshaft for inlet valve & one for outlet valve.

The VR6 is SOHC in the sense that it has one camshaft operating both inlet & outlet valves. It also has two cams, since it has 2 banks of 3 cylinders with one cam operating each bank of cylinders. But it is not a twin cam (or DOHC).

Hope some engineers can confirm this. I really wished I opted for engineering at U!

 

[H2Zero]

hey don't keep us in suspense la.... base on facts I would have to say the BMW would be fair better....

 

[eoj]

calling mr fai .... where is mr fai ???? hahahahhaaa....


eoj

 

[Kookaburra]

Congratulations to eoj for winning his class (1.9-2.5) in the Street Shoot Out (SSO) final round using his Mk1 GTi. I guess his switch to Toyo R888 tires is well rewarded!

VWGTi (Mike) was figting for the overall championship in the same class. As of today, the overall results are not out yet. His engine mounting gave way and he only did 2 runs. But I saw his closest rival's fastest time is still slower than his best, so I guess he won the overall title for that class. So it was a good day for the Golfies.

Myself had a poor day in terms of time. The car has traction problem from standing start - wheel spin even when taking off from idle! The rear absorbers are totally worn, resulting in too much weight transfer to the rear when taking off hence no traction on the front wheels.

The car also rolls & leans too much. Neverthessless I had fun as I found out the MkII has liftoff oversteer tendencies which means I can let the tail out without using the handbrake (which doesn't bite)! The combination of soft front tyres and hard rear tyres no dount induced this as in the last autocross the car was understeering badly. The car spun in my second run and I had to counter steer a few times, which was great fun :regular_smile:

 

[H2Zero]

eoj ... sometinhg to smile about. At least now you u can't say the fun all goes to the malaysian made cars...

Mike --- congrats to you again for retaining the title...

Mr Fai .... waiting for you on updates.

 

[H2Zero]

Since there is NO reply I thought maybe I should bump this thread up and wish all you guys " gong xi fa chai" .... may the new lunar new year be merry, properous and eventful.

Take care and drive safe...

 

[Kookaburra]

H20 & all the rest of the golfie community, wishing you all a prosperous year ahead.

Here is what we did as an early celebration :regular_smile: :

 

[145fan]

H20 & all the rest of the golfie community, wishing you all a prosperous year ahead.

Here is what we did as an early celebration :regular_smile: :

very2 familiar road hehehe......next time i pass through, will definitely drop by at the wshop to kepo

 

[H2Zero]

hey been there once... would be good to take a drive to somewhere from time to time..

 

[dder_bmw]

guys..my friend is selling a :
vw golf gti mk1 ( 5 doors )
-its in good running condition
-metallic dark blue/purple
-fully refurbished
-overhaul engine 1.6L
-automatic transmission
-scat valvehead cover
-new interior with mk2 dashboard
-sunroof
-many new parts
-15" sportrims ( 5 spoke )
-new tyre ( 80% thread )
-original bbs ( germany ) bodykit complete ( front bumper, side skirt, front & rear arch )
-serious buyers only
-selling at Rm 22,000 nego.
-sorry no picture ( if u guys wanna see the car, its at glennmarie, mandonna )
TQ~

 

[eoj]

dder-bmw,

could i have your friend's number and also, how do i get to man-donna's place? thks


eoj
0193214937

 

[dder_bmw]

hey eoj..
im not sure if i can give u his number..
but if u wanna go to mandonna
its in glennmarie..
its near to bmw autobavaria there..
its located behind autobavaria..
u can see afew rows of shophouses..
its located there..
bydaway r u intrested? ( just asking )
TQ~

 

[eoj]

dd-bmw,

to tell u honestly.... i'm interested in his bodykit. i've got 2 mk1 GTi.... one hard top and one cabriolet. would like to buy or mold his bodykit (for a fee of course). hope he doesn't mind.... would also like to check out his car also... fellow enthusiast golfer !!!!


eoj

 

[dder_bmw]

hmm..ive heard about the bodykit too..alot of people are asking for the bodykit..
but im not sure if he's selling those bodykit..its rare isnt it??
so eoj..what if u go to mandonna n check the car..
im just helping him selling the car..
peace..

 

[eoj]

dder-bmw,

hoping he'll lend me to make a mold.....anyways, thanks man. will go over tomorrow.



eoj

 

[dder_bmw]

yea sure..
one more thing..make sure u go there afternoon onwards..

 

[dder_bmw]

guys..my friend is selling a :
vw golf gti mk1 ( 5 doors )
-its in good running condition
-metallic dark blue/purple
-fully refurbished
-overhaul engine 1.6L
-automatic transmission
-scat valvehead cover
-new interior with mk2 dashboard
-sunroof
-many new parts
-15" sportrims ( 5 spoke )
-new tyre ( 80% thread )
-original bbs ( germany ) bodykit complete ( front bumper, side skirt, front & rear arch )
-serious buyers only
-selling at Rm 22,000 nego.
-sorry no picture ( if u guys wanna see the car, its at glennmarie, mandonna )
TQ~

 

[H2Zero]

The sale is useless without a picture ..... go get digi camera and take a photo. It will be interesting to see another Golfers ride....