Inside the turbocharger are two fans, a compressor fan and a turbine, which pull in exhaust fumes, compresses them, and pushes them into the engine cylinders to burn fuel more efficiently. As we’ve said, power and efficiency come down to how much air you can pull into the engine to mix with fuel for combustion.
Q. Can you turbo a 1600cc VW engine?
But back on topic, it is certainly possible to turbocharge a bone stock 1600cc motor, although I would consider adding a counterweighted crank to let you reach those higher RPMs where the turbo *really* shines. A stock cam will be fine, as will stock heads.
Table of Contents
- Q. Can you turbo a 1600cc VW engine?
- Q. How does an air-cooled turbo work?
- Q. How many horsepower are in a 1600cc VW engine?
- Q. When did VW stop making air cooled engines?
- Q. How many hours do air cooled engines last?
- Q. Is 500 hours a lot for a riding mower?
- Q. Is Kohler better than Briggs and Stratton?
- Q. Which is better Briggs and Stratton or Honda?
- Q. What is the best engine for a riding lawn mower?
- Q. Who makes the most reliable riding lawn mower?
- Q. What is the best lawn mower for the money?
- Q. Is John Deere better than Husqvarna?
Q. How does an air-cooled turbo work?
Turbochargers work by compressing air, increasing its density before it reaches the cylinders of the engine. By squeezing more air into each cylinder, the engine is able to burn proportionally more fuel, creating more power with each explosion (see Turbocharging – a beginners FAQ for more details).
Q. How many horsepower are in a 1600cc VW engine?
Growing displacement over time VW later boosted the 1,200cc engine to 40 horsepower. In the 1960s, VW went through 1,300cc and 1,500cc transition models before coming to the 1,600cc single intake port design, and then the 1,600cc dual port design at 60 horsepower, that lasted through the end of production.
Q. When did VW stop making air cooled engines?
Volkswagen air-cooled engine
| Volkswagen E-motor | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen |
| Production | 1936–2006 |
| Layout | |
| Configuration | Flat-4 naturally aspirated petrol engine |
Q. How many hours do air cooled engines last?
If meticulously maintained you could get 2000-3000 hrs out of a high quality air cooled engine like Kawasaki. Some folks have even gotten more.
Q. Is 500 hours a lot for a riding mower?
Riding lawnmowers build to last many years. Our research shows that you can expect a life greater than 10 years. In hours this will be around 500 to 1000 hours. With proper care and maintenance, many can last even 15 to 20 years.
Q. Is Kohler better than Briggs and Stratton?
Kohler will last longer and is a superior design to a Briggs. It’s a far better balanced engine, even the single cylinders are better. Briggs and Stratton used to make a great engine – not so much anymore.
Q. Which is better Briggs and Stratton or Honda?
Honda makes great engines – but they do cost more on the mowers that have them especially Honda mowers. Briggs and Stratton engines are generally cheaper but are still good engines. For consumer use – do the maintenance and they will last as long as the lawn mower.
Q. What is the best engine for a riding lawn mower?
Best Riding Lawn Mowers 2021
| Riding Lawn Mower | Cutting Deck Size | Engine Power |
|---|---|---|
| Husqvarna Zero-Turn Riding Mower | 54 inch | 24 HP |
| Ariens IKON-XD Turn Riding Mower | 52 inch | 24 HP |
| Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mower | 28 inch | 11.5 HP |
| Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower | 46 inch | 19 HP |
Q. Who makes the most reliable riding lawn mower?
Among the nine lawn tractor brands in our survey results, John Deere is the only brand that was rated Excellent for both predicted reliability and owner satisfaction. The runner-up is Husqvarna, which was rated Very Good for reliability and owner satisfaction.
Q. What is the best lawn mower for the money?
The Best Lawn Mower
- Our pick. Ego Power+ Select Cut Mower LM2135SP. The best lawn mower.
- Runner-up. Ego Power+ Self-Propelled Mower LM2102SP. Great, But Missing a Few Features.
- Also great. Honda HRX217VKA Lawn Mower. For the lawn perfectionist.
- Budget pick. Toro SmartStow Recycler 20340. A good version of a standard mower.
Q. Is John Deere better than Husqvarna?
In comparison more than 30% of Husqvarna lawn tractors will need repair. For zero turn mowers, John Deere wins again. John Deere ZTRs come in at a 30% chance of necessary repairs in 4 years, and Husqvarna proved the least reliable ZTR on the list, with 55% of mowers requiring repair by the fourth year.
