Towed the Scirocco with my old 240 to get its cage!

"WinrickRacing" (winrid) 02/14/2015 at 20:08 • Filed to: VOLVO, towing, volkswagen, rallyallthethings

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Just a little update. The Scirocco is going off to get its FIA spec cage now. :)

Towing wasn't bad at all, about 30 miles of highway/city. I'm glad I picked the Volvo as my tow vehicle. So far I it seems I'll need stiffer rear springs, but not a big deal.

Fred (FreddsterExprs) > WinrickRacing 02/14/2015 at 20:25

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Just out of interest: how much does it cost to get a cage? I don't have any reference number, would be nice to know. I guess around 2-4k?

jkm7680 > WinrickRacing 02/14/2015 at 20:29

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Did the Volvo rub in the rear at all? Looks like it's gone down fairly low.

WinrickRacing > jkm7680 02/14/2015 at 20:32

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No rubbing. It only went down an inch or two at most, rear suspension had already dropped a bit since the car was built. :p

WinrickRacing > Fred (FreddsterExprs) 02/14/2015 at 20:34

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The valley is an expensive area. I expect to pay more than $4k for a well done FIA spec cage, and that's just the cage. Not counting seats (at least $1k), safety equipment mounting, and suspension. I paid $1k for the Scirocco but it'll be my most expensive car at $20k when done.

jkm7680 > WinrickRacing 02/14/2015 at 20:35

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Haha, that's good. I'm guessing it did a pretty good job towing it.

WinrickRacing > jkm7680 02/14/2015 at 20:36

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Yeah! It was a little slow but it stops fine. I kept it out of overdrive and it was steady at 60-70 mph.

jkm7680 > WinrickRacing 02/14/2015 at 20:39

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Not bad at all! Those must have been super durable cars.

Fred (FreddsterExprs) > WinrickRacing 02/14/2015 at 20:41

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Over 4k, now that's something. You don't want to save some bucks when it comes to safety, so that's some money spent in the right place.

Dusty Ventures > WinrickRacing 02/14/2015 at 20:54

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Might I interest you in a slightly more rallified avatar?

Birddog > WinrickRacing 02/14/2015 at 21:00

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That first pic should be in the Jalopnik Dictionary under Awesome.

 > WinrickRacing 02/14/2015 at 21:00

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I am guessing this was a slow tow. As I recall those Volvos didn't have very impressive horsepower and torque ratings.

WinrickRacing >  02/14/2015 at 21:37

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130hp, about the same for torque. Weighs 3k lbs. Not extremely slow, but not fast either. Keeps up with traffic just fine.

WinrickRacing > jkm7680 02/14/2015 at 21:38

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They do seem to be fairly reliable. This Volvo has less issues than either of my Volkswagens haha.

WinrickRacing > Fred (FreddsterExprs) 02/14/2015 at 21:39

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Yes. Safety and reliability first.

> wants a reliable rally car
> picks a Volkswagen

WinrickRacing > Dusty Ventures 02/14/2015 at 21:40

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Stealing.

jkm7680 > WinrickRacing 02/14/2015 at 21:41

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Ooohhhh, Volkswagens. What kinds are they, haha?

Also, any updates on Mr. Bubbles?

WinrickRacing > jkm7680 02/14/2015 at 22:04

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MK4 GTI and the Scirocco pictured above.
Just lots of little things....

No updates on Mr. Bubbles. :(

jkm7680 > WinrickRacing 02/14/2015 at 22:08

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Whoops, forgot about that one at first. Good combo though :)

Sorry to hear it man. Hope Mr. Bubbles turns up soon! Looked like an awesome bike to have.

WinrickRacing > WinrickRacing 02/15/2015 at 01:17

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The sad thing is, the Volvo is four years newer. Doesn't look that way does it? :)