Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2004 6:03 pm
Everyone needs to realize that when you look at the USA Type 1-3 market, you are looking at a market that is decades old. Things like headers were developed many years ago. Look at an original EMPI catalog from the late 60s, they had headers back then.
Now, here in the USA, the Type 4 conversion has become popular in the last 5 years or so, at least for the street scene. (The Type 4 has long been a favorite in the desert racing scene.) So, 5 years vs. 40 years? That's why you can get a merged header for a Type 3 or a merged header with heater boxes for the Type 1.
Right now, we are all early adoptors. We are the trailblazers. Twenty years from now people are going to look back and wonder in amazement how we did the conversions without all of the choices they have and how the prices were higher.
If you want to be a innovator, this is the time. Joe L. will always be credited with developing the DTM, something he created to fill a void. If you see something that needs to be designed to make this conversion easier or perform better, do it yourself or find someone who can.
So if this A-1 header doesn't suit your need (different chassis, etc.), and you are close to SoCal, have him make a custom header.
For instance, if you have a Type 4 powered Type 3, take it down and have him make a header that suits your needs. If you don't like the Cal-Look style header and want the Sidewinder style for your GL Bug or maybe a KG, have him design one. The more varied models he has designed, the more choices we as a community have.
Tiger is a great guy to have in our corner. He's willing to work with us all to develop great systems. Trust him with your beloved Type 4 engine. I know I will buying my exhaust systems from him, and will probably have him design for another project.
Sorry about the length of this post, but I want to be sure that everyone realizes that this isn't the end, but actually the beginning. Keep saving those pennies and spread the word. Drive your car regularly, attend shows and cruises, and if someone asks about your engine, let them know why you spent that $$$ to get a Type 4 in there.
Tuna
Now, here in the USA, the Type 4 conversion has become popular in the last 5 years or so, at least for the street scene. (The Type 4 has long been a favorite in the desert racing scene.) So, 5 years vs. 40 years? That's why you can get a merged header for a Type 3 or a merged header with heater boxes for the Type 1.
Right now, we are all early adoptors. We are the trailblazers. Twenty years from now people are going to look back and wonder in amazement how we did the conversions without all of the choices they have and how the prices were higher.
If you want to be a innovator, this is the time. Joe L. will always be credited with developing the DTM, something he created to fill a void. If you see something that needs to be designed to make this conversion easier or perform better, do it yourself or find someone who can.
So if this A-1 header doesn't suit your need (different chassis, etc.), and you are close to SoCal, have him make a custom header.
For instance, if you have a Type 4 powered Type 3, take it down and have him make a header that suits your needs. If you don't like the Cal-Look style header and want the Sidewinder style for your GL Bug or maybe a KG, have him design one. The more varied models he has designed, the more choices we as a community have.
Tiger is a great guy to have in our corner. He's willing to work with us all to develop great systems. Trust him with your beloved Type 4 engine. I know I will buying my exhaust systems from him, and will probably have him design for another project.
Sorry about the length of this post, but I want to be sure that everyone realizes that this isn't the end, but actually the beginning. Keep saving those pennies and spread the word. Drive your car regularly, attend shows and cruises, and if someone asks about your engine, let them know why you spent that $$$ to get a Type 4 in there.
Tuna
