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Magazine Feature and Awards
AirMighty 9 page, 3 language (VERY EXCLUSIVE world-wide magazine)
Netherlands-based
Pictures of the actual photo-shoot
Several first-place / first-in-class awards at multiple shows including the largest in Canada (Great Canadian VW Show; GCVWS)
Outstanding Aircooled at Great Canadian VW Show
Specs at a glance
Full (massive) Spec List for the Mango Smoothie
Engine
2.1L Type 4 with standalone engine management system.
Brakes
Wide 5 Disc / Drum setup
Suspension
pretty wild dual system setup (full front/back/side/side air suspension with torsion bar safety)
Kafer Bar
DIY Narrowed IRS Rear Trailing Arms
Interior
all custom made
Exterior
as close to a real one as i could make it
DIY convertible folding scissor top frame fabrication
DIY rear luggage rack made from steel and stained Douglas Fir
DIY Custom All Steel Removable Hardtop
Electrical
21 circuit wiring harness installation
DIY fuel gauge and sender swap
Safety
DIY Fire Suppression System