Hi
New member here with a new to me bad ass
914 ( big /4) with webbers

I just bought the tangerine throttle linkage
To replace the home made linkage that was on there and did work well for a while

I know that if it’s from tangerine it should be quality

But I also ordered this induction from Germany

Anyone have this ?
And will it clear the tangerine throttle linkage ???

https://www.thoro-tec.de/en/p/air-intake-sy...14-bulli-beetle



( & before I forget ) shout out to the cheap sob

Who I’m sure would be turning in his grave knowing I spent 999 euros on a intake ������

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1) change your name, its stupid and its 2023
2) stop advertising here.

Don’t know how to change it
And I’m not a advertiser or salesman
Hate those guys

Chiming in about things other then
The thread also = stupid

Note the center pull linkage. Perhaps that’s what it takes.

So assuming you are just new and all...

I have not seen anyone post that as installed although i am.aware of and have bought thinggs from them. Will be interesting to see your impressions and please share.

Also please do find out how to edit your name. It is offensive generally.

Most CASoB 914 owners don’t like dropping over 1k on airfilters that look kinda cool. I wonder how the conical filter flow compares to a set of plain paper filters for dual carbs. Is the filter pictured a ‘tosser’ or a ‘cleaner’ when it gets fouled? If a tosser, what is the replacement cost?

I’m sure it’s a tosser

And I’m sure this is quieter then just air clearers on the carbs

I don't see how this intake can be any better than the std over the carb type? Unless it is just for the cool factor. Got any tests proving air flow?

+1 vote for change your name

1. Assuming its just the filter assembly it should work fine with the linkage, only issues you might have with the linkage are going to be around what throttle bodies are used.

2. If you really want to drop a lot of money on a cool/central air filter for a dual carb/TB setup I think these are the way to go

https://www.ahnendorp.com/VW-Type-4---Porsc...d-Dellorto.html
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https://www.csp-shop.com/en/engine/air-boxe...ache=1683132184
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The intake system appears to be well above where the cable system attaches and routes. Unlikely that the intake and linkage will interfere while using Weber carbs.

In regards to the filter, you could easily measure the one that comes with the kit and peruse the K&N catalog to find a washable replacement. https://www.knfilters.com/dimsearch

As for your username, a private message to one of the admins ( @ClayPerrine and @SirAndy are currently online) can get that sorted. Clicking on one of their names will link you to the respective user profile. Communication options should be on the right side of your browser on the profile page. Current name is definitely not going to make many friends here....

I saw these before I pulled the trigger

I’m just not a fan of the look
and it costing even more

To me i think the main advantages of a shared airbox/filter would be

1. To keep water out of your air filters/carbs and
2. Reduce intake noise

I dont really see that cone filter setup doing either of these, or anything other than significantly lightening your pocketbook. If anything if you have that cone pointed forward its just going to redirect the intake noise right at your head.

and 1100 bucks for 3 3d printed pieces, a cone filter, and 2 silicone hoses seems like... a lot

Price of the CSP unit appears to be the same (possibly less depending on current exchange rates)

I just don't understand how that is a $999 euro part, and it blocks access to the oil filler. Also one cone filter has less dust catching surface then 2 carb mounted air cleaners - meaning that you are getting less airflow especially when the filter starts collecting dirt.

The big reason folks try to tie the throttle bodies together is to abate intake noise, but the cone filter pointed at the cabin is going to negate that too.

So, aside from it looking kinda cool - what does it get you?

Zach

This

I never found the carb sound obnoxious. Goes with the territory. Not much dif, IMHO, compared to stock FI unless your foot is into it and at a higher RPM than a 3k freeway cruise.

why is his name offensive?

Admins changed it, so you're seeing the 'renamed' handle.

With this air intake near the cooling fan intake, is there competition for air?

I guess we’re not gonna find out
Supplier said they could not guarantee shipping to my apartment

So I got some k and n filters for 119 bucks instead

Buy bigger containers of the cleaner and oil for the filters. Wash the filters the day before you need them. The filters should be pinkish not blackish.

Look carefully at the posts where he is quoted to see his original user name.

--DD

I guess that this air cleaner ist somewhat useless and restricts the air flow compared to the original ones.
I‘m from germany and usually have a good overview of the companies here which deal with 914 related stuff.
They seem to be be very new in business, but when looking at the other offered items i‘m not really convinced about the usefullness of their products.

br

benno

If you are truly a CSOB and wan a quiet intake, you can make your own


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xm-LOk_IBpg


http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=352004

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?s=&...t&p=2868946

This is brilliant. This is what we need.

I question if the stock horn has enough opening to feed it, but thats a fixable issue if its an issue at all.

Zach

They have enthusiasm about 914 s that was enough for me
But just too far away to ship or possibly have to ship back if needed
So I’ll let someone else be the Ginny pig


they may not be as cool ! But
Regular carb filters are more efficient and lighter
So that’s the cake

My engine is stock other than the mild carb cam and intake seems to be more than adequate, but like you said, could easily be configured any way you like. I was told that someone measured air temps around the engine bay several years ago and if I'd have just run the horn straight out to the left side, it would probably suck colder air than up by the cooling fan that required the fancy bend.

I keep thinking that a person could 3D print the housings, intakes and whatever horn config is preferred and have a plug and play retrofit kit for old bus air boxes. The mounting bracket would also need to be manufactured.

The configuration shown in the video did wind up interfering with rain tray so I wound up having to chop the bracket down and mod the intakes a little to make it fit. Still looks and works the same, just sits a couple inches lower in the bay.