James Harris
New Member
My 3500S was quite quick enough until my girlfriend recently bought a (Mk1) Golf GTI. Not to be outdone I'm now wondering how to make mine faster still!
I've got a 1974S with aftermarket electronic ignition but otherwise entirely standard. I don't want to change the outward appearance of the car (so no Webers, twin tail pipes etc) and I don't want to bankrupt myself! Also, the car is used on the road so it has to retain driveability with plenty of low down torque.
I was wondering if any members had any tips for me? I've heard that a fast road cam can make a lot of difference but would this be worthwhile without other modifications. I've had a quote for fitting stage 3 heads of around 2 grand but that's probably more than I want to spend in one go.
Anyway, if anyone could help that would be great.
Incidentally before I rush off on a modifying spree, can anyone tell me the correct ignition timing settings for a 74 S? My manuals only seem to include the 10:1 compression engine, which I believe is incorrect for my car.
Many thanks,
James.
I've got a 1974S with aftermarket electronic ignition but otherwise entirely standard. I don't want to change the outward appearance of the car (so no Webers, twin tail pipes etc) and I don't want to bankrupt myself! Also, the car is used on the road so it has to retain driveability with plenty of low down torque.
I was wondering if any members had any tips for me? I've heard that a fast road cam can make a lot of difference but would this be worthwhile without other modifications. I've had a quote for fitting stage 3 heads of around 2 grand but that's probably more than I want to spend in one go.
Anyway, if anyone could help that would be great.
Incidentally before I rush off on a modifying spree, can anyone tell me the correct ignition timing settings for a 74 S? My manuals only seem to include the 10:1 compression engine, which I believe is incorrect for my car.
Many thanks,
James.