I think I've lost my mind... carbs?

[Larry" <rocco16v@netzero.com (Larry)]

Lyman-
  I think the head-soak is probably the most feasible thing in your post.
:)
Seriously, it might make a good project, but there are certainly easier ways
to get more power, it that's your main goal.
Plus, you won't ruin a good hood....

Larry   sandiego16v


> So, I was looking at some pictures of carbed. sciroccos last night
> and I had this incredibly evil thought. Now, I haven't even picked up
> my car yet, but I was wondering about the fesability of a carbed
> setup? I grew up in a musclecar line, so they come a little more
> naturally. So here's my wildly outlandish thought...
>
> The carbs on the roccs that I saw all pointed towards the grille. Now
> my, insane, probably incredibly expensive idea is this: is there
> anything preventing me from putting mandrel-bent plumbing up to the
> top of the engine and putting the carbs there, then making some form
> of hood scoop and rigging up a form of ram air on the hood. Of course
> I don't think the carbs could go side by side on top, so I might need
> to go with a lower CFM four barrel just to fit the piping. Any ideas?
> Suggestions (including that I go soak my head)? anyone have any clue
> how much this might cost? Its just an idea floating around in my
> warped mind right now, so any input will be welcome. And if its such
> a bad idea that someone feels the need to drive up here and drop kick
> me, please feel free. I might deserve it.
>
>
> Lyman.
>
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