VW G-charger, anybody tried this yet?

74Super · Post by **74Super** » Sat Sep 08, 2001 1:31 pm

Has anybody here tried, or know someone who has tried using the VW "G-ladder"(?) Supercharger like a G-60 on an aircooled engine?

I may be able to lay my hands on one on these very cheap, is it worth exploring?

Thanks,
Doug

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Steve C · Post by **Steve C** » Sun Sep 09, 2001 5:31 am

Hi
I have heard negative reports about these units. Try asking about them on a watercooled VW forum.
Steve C

GTIXpress · Post by **GTIXpress** » Mon Sep 10, 2001 4:10 pm

I've always read/heard that these units require constant rebuilding. Plus parts are becoming scarce and expensive.

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Ian M · Post by **Ian M** » Mon Sep 10, 2001 6:07 pm

The G-lader is an ineffecient design,thats why a lot of the G-60 guys are converting to turbo.I heard somewhere something like 30-50 hp(?)to turn the thing.Plus,everybody i have known with a g-60 (i also worked at a VW dealer,a good few came in blown too.)has had one explode (literally blowing a hole through the case). You couldnt give me one!!