300 WHP TURBOCHARGED VW Beetle - 1st Test Drive! | JW Classic VW

[@VWJawbreaker]

Man, Goose sounds fantastic! The smile on your face when driving was worth all of the effort! Happy for ya dude 👍

[@JWClassicVW]

She is a different machine!!

[@Mikefngarage]

oh yea when the boost ramps up she purrs.

[@MTXSHO9732vV8SHO]

Man... That is the SMOOTHEST RUNNING Air Cooled Engine I have EVER HEARD, let's not even consider the power you're making!!! UNREAL!

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks brother!

[@duaneaguilera7963]

Silky Smooth. Awesome. Duane

[@d1specdrifter]

Noice. My old turboed big in the 90s,was running a solid 350hp. I was killin gt mustangs back then.

[@JWClassicVW]

Yes!! love surprising those V8s

[@guitarmeister109]

There's just something about fast Beetles that always puts a smile on my face...

[@petertuckergoettler5720]

"Awesome!" Merci.

[@briantomczak7608]

I'm impressed. when you do things legit, it all looks great. no longer a cruiser, it's a rocket.

[@JWClassicVW]

She is a race car now... lol

[@paulday-lh5mx]

Beautiful engine. I love the fan. I have really never been a volkswagon guy, however seeing some of the custom builds has really changed my mind. I wonder what a 300hp Volkswagen wagon drives like. Wow.

[@JWClassicVW]

Oh, she's fast!! Lol

[@JWClassicVW]

Let's goooooooo!! So excited to share the 1st test drive with you! Comment below!! What do you think?

[@connor9948]

Why didnt you just buy porsche wheels

[@JWClassicVW]

Because I didn't want that look, just going for something else.

[@martinharris5017]

Listen to the sound of that beast idling! ...and then it lays rubber. Love it Jason, so happy for you and it sure puts a smile on my face just watching.

[@JWClassicVW]

Smiles all around brother!! She is amazing!

[@jeromemitchell2061]

Jason,Jason,Jason. MAN there are no word to describe how happy I am for you. At a loss for words.....but I really enjoyed the journey. Enjoy the ride ❤️U Man!!

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks so much!! It feels so good to have her back on the road!

[@ocavant]

Am I the only one hearing that pinging on those full throttle pulls??? It’s easy to hear when the camera was in the back you might not be able to hear it in the front seat. I’d do some logging and check your knock sensor trace (if you have one). Obviously knocking under boost is not good. Congrats on the ride it looks awesome!

[@JWClassicVW]

She is my baby!! Thanks for the comment brother, yeah there was some issued with the MAP sensor but all fixed now. The difference is crazy. Cleaned up that pinging 4 sure!!

[@JustWasted3HoursHere]

@@JWClassicVW I was about to post the same comment. Glad you got it sussed out because pinging is B A D under pressure!

[@VWRICH23]

LITTERALLY LOOKED LIKE THAT VIDEO WAS FAST FORWARDED LOL. AWESOME !!!

[@JWClassicVW]

Lol... I know right!! She goes!

[@charliemessenger6537]

Ok, so who's up for a pool to see how long until the first ticket? Speeding? Exhibition? MPH over the posted limit? Haha! So happy to see Goose back on the road. That has to be worth every hour and every penny spent. Congrats Jason. Well done, sir!

[@JWClassicVW]

So worth it... the smiles for miles!!!

[@andrigtmiller]

Nice job on the engine. It will be interesting to see what your temps are once you get all the sensors in place. Oil temps, head temps, intake air temps, especially to see what the intercooler effects are.

[@JWClassicVW]

Yup.. it will be interesting to see what kinda #s I get. Temps are everything un Air-Cooled. 😁

[@JustWasted3HoursHere]

I had a 200-ish HP '71 Corolla many years ago. People may not be impressed with that but A) The car only weighed about 1700 pounds and B) That was naturally aspirated! Biggest downside was I had the original rear wheel gearing and 4 speed tranny, so running 55mph on the highway was an adventure in high revs... I planned on upgrading to the available 5 speed but I sold the car because my mom was afraid I was going to kill myself in it.

[@alexandreferrari7861]

My god! It’s amazing…. Congratulations ! Very fassssttt! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@JWClassicVW]

Soooooo fast... lol man it's crazy when that boost hits!

[@Mikefngarage]

Riding wth you in that reminds me of when my buddy Todd took me out in the first turbo car I ever rode in. 1st, then 2nd then 3rd with 3.88s watched the speedo go straight to 90 in 3rd in a couple seconds.

[@JWClassicVW]

lol... 0-70 in about 4.2.... it's crazy! Love it... can't wait to see what the E85 feels like.

[@darrylthornton5377]

Great job Jason…can’t wait the see the results of your tune!

[@JWClassicVW]

Me too!! See the real numbers at the wheels!

[@ramonvw1584]

What a sound and performance!!! Great job Jason!!

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks man... now for the real fun.. tune, tune, tune!

[@seanfenneiiy5670]

INCREDIBLE and absolutely beautiful,well done Jason she looks gorgeous, cheers matey amazing video

[@JWClassicVW]

Thank you!

[@davidortiz173]

I've always loved the Old school VW beetles!

[@toddsantora4399]

That's awesome and a A TON OF MAN HOURS! CONGRATS! JOB WELL DONE!

[@backyardkombi5466]

Holy cow. I’ll be watching this one a few times.

[@JWClassicVW]

I've watched it a few times tooooooo... lol

[@ddk56vw]

Love the 56 my friend. Yes, they do test ya don't they.

[@67VWForever]

Man JW had to watch this again that thing takes off fast, nice job..

[@josecampos2469]

Lo felicito, logró una hazaña, que bueno le quedó, regálelo, tu dos un 1958 y un 1972, que buen carro. José Campos, Yaracuy - Venezuela.

[@evilbeetlekustomscreations4965]

Bro congratulations looks like some NASA engineering because she just left orbit like a rocket ship 😊 I'm wrapping up until a 5 a.m. rebuild on a 2276 so I can go play this week with my buddies up in the hills with our Baja bugs and you just posted this😃 now I'm super pumped👍👍

[@JWClassicVW]

That's awesome man!! Get out there and have some fun!! Love the Baja man... super cool!

[@MattLundquistVW]

Congratulations on getting it back together and on the road. Looks like a rocket, one thing tho. She pings hard in third and fourth gear. Need to get it tuned before you do any more rides. Contact Mario at the Dub shop he can get it sorted out for you.

[@JWClassicVW]

Already have a tuner brother... but Mario definitely knows his stuff.

[@jeffcoleman5160]

We have been waiting patently to see Goose going again .awesome

[@JWClassicVW]

You and me both brother... so excited to have her back on the streets!

[@carlaesposito6901]

É uma grande satisfação, parabéns pelo teu trabalho, ficou da hora e que Deus abençoe

[@chrisbegger8684]

Jason, that is one beautiful car, I need to go back to college so I can do for a living whatever it is that you do to afford such an amazing project!

[@JWClassicVW]

LOL... yeah.... going fast isn't a cheap endeavor.

[@larrypeeples-yk1rg]

Awesome, I like these cars

[@JWClassicVW]

Me tooo! Thanks for stopping by!

[@oscar_dubs]

All the hard work is paying off! car looks and sounds amazing.

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks so much man!! I'm just super excited!

[@masbeetleboy9169]

YAY, Goose is finally on the road. I had to work this last weekend, but I should be at Kemah this Saturday.

[@JWClassicVW]

Awesome!! Yes, she is flying now! 😆

[@sevenoaksbrewing]

Congratulations, it looks and sounds awesome! Hope to see you out on the road sometime 👍

[@JWClassicVW]

I'll be around 4 sure.. catch me if you can... lol

[@sevenoaksbrewing]

@@JWClassicVW Fat chance 😂

[@calescapee9642]

After playing with VWs for 42 years. Time to get back in.

[@JWClassicVW]

Always a great idea to love a classic VW!! Been working on them since I was a little guy with my pop.

[@robertphillips3078]

Best turbo set up l have seen so far . Xcellent

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks Robert!!! I appreciate the support brother!! She is pretty cool!

[@dillyd3488]

Congratulations!!! Looks and sounds incredible. All that hard work paid off!

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks brother!! It has been a lot of work and a journey.

[@jimmywilkinson9190]

JW What a motor !!!! some where I think you have your old engine temps . Now you can compare them . In tuning the FI if its to lean it can drive up the temps so now with your control box you can deal with them . I still like the fan !!!!!!

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks man! She is a beast!

[@bubot17]

That thing rips, and still a beauty ❤️❤️❤️

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks so much!! Crazy fast 😜

[@vintage76vipergreenBeetle]

Looks awesome and sounds great. The only drawback, I see is its one loose wire away from not running right. Enjoy the new power train.👍✌️

[@JWClassicVW]

Lol... my wiring is spot on brother. Now if I can get these sensors calibrated I'm good.

[@vintage76vipergreenBeetle]

@@JWClassicVW I know your wiring is spot on, and you did a great job.

[@AIRCOOLEDLIFE]

Yeap know that feeling 🤣 mine is turned down to 300whp.

[@Jayvans_Super]

I can't get enough of this video brotha

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks Jay, I appreciate the support brother!

[@prkid424]

would you consider doing a cost/parts breakdown of this build? That engine sounds amazing

[@JWClassicVW]

Probably not man... I could give a general idea but it's going to vary greatly based on what deals people can work out.

[@chalosanz01]

It’s amazing, beautiful and powerful bettle.

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks brother!! She is my beautiful baby!! Love my VW!

[@bomberobus]

Whoa man does that thing purr, then it roars! Nice launch too!

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks brother!! She is my mean machine!

[@nitestrike1000]

Best intro!

[@mitchabshier568]

Saw this beauty in Leander and it’s an absolute fking BEAST of a machine.

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks brother!

[@donaldshain5647]

if you are having a problems with it bottoming out change the stock stopper from bug to bus stopper they are taller and will stop it from bottoming out and you will leave much harder .

[@scottiencali]

Congrats Jason truly satisfying right there!! I say taller tire.. fill up that wheel well!

[@JWClassicVW]

Yup, yup... I've been looking, definitely agree!

[@Mikefngarage]

Now you can really GOOSE it .......Hey I was at the empi open house and I saw a guy who ran his car on the Dyno.....Street car turbo pulled out a 600hp run to the back wheels. This was a public run..... Running 27llbs of boost Idk what all is in there but that would be probably 700hp on a stand. Pretty sure it was some pretty high end stuff. was just talking to them after. He said he would do an interview but I need to find him at a different show. Runs 10 seconds in the 1/4 mile. He drove it to Oklahoma then ran it at the track there then went to Texas ran it there. Then drove it home. Just over 600hp on the dyno. There were drag cars there that only ran 300 one was NA hit 300 sat there popping at like 6000rpm thought something was wrong with it. He said it is not meant to run that low Rpm he launches it at 8500 at the track. then he got the green light to open it up went to 9500rpm. Unfortunately I didnt see the car that ran the 600. I was on the other side of the building. But it did.

[@JWClassicVW]

Yeah... I saw that on the EMPI open house videos that are up... that is a pretty mean VW!

[@AthelstanEngland]

Sounds wonderful, performance looks awesome. But those pipes hanging underneath, even if several inches higher, look prone to getting caught onto any wayward item on the road Any troubles two years later?

[@eduardorodriguez3262]

The Goose is loose🎉 Great to see it out and running I would go taller on the tires👍

[@JWClassicVW]

4 sure... been looking at some already.

[@scottalvey1787]

JT, Great Job!! Noticed when you got on it, your exhaust is close to pavement. My opinion but you need larger tires. Plus need to fill up the fender in rear.

[@JWClassicVW]

Good call! I've already started looking at some new rear tire options.

[@matthewpiper1421]

One bad ass oval !👍

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks brother!! My dream machine 😍

[@mikehammer4546]

Congrats Jason or should I say Goose. Amazing build your acting like a proud papa 😎👍👍

[@JWClassicVW]

I'm just so happy man!

[@GT.Bugger]

Looks like a lot of fun. Definitely think a bigger tyre in the rear to fill out the arch would be a good idea.

[@JWClassicVW]

Yeah I'm thinking the same.

[@GT.Bugger]

@@JWClassicVW I'll be going for a similar stance on mine, always liked the rake look for beetles.

[@davidwood1923]

Thanks for Sharing... A Beauty and a Beast!... I'm going to Build a V8 VW Beatle front engine small Block Chevy

[@JWClassicVW]

Sounds like a monster build!

[@jjwdesign]

Congratulations! It sounds so fast as you shift thru those gears.

[@JWClassicVW]

It is... super fast! So excited 😊

[@jeremyjones1486]

F'in love the intro, fantastic job.

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks brother!! Thought I'd start with the fun stuff!

[@andrigtmiller]

The reason the case cracked with that fitting tightened all the way down, is that NPT threads are tapered, so as you thread it further in it gets wider and wider, so you went too far, and probably didn't crack until everything expanded when the engine was running.

[@JWClassicVW]

Yeah I know... didn't have far to go... should of just ran my tap in there. Lessons learned.

[@1970cg]

That sound!!!! Very impressive.....

[@JWClassicVW]

I know right!! That sound when the boost comes in though!! OMG!!

[@franciscogutierrez314]

Muy buen trabajo amigo felicidades y que esa alegria siempre este presente en tu face cuídate saludos👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏✌️✌️

[@JWClassicVW]

Thank you!! She is a true love of mine!! Smiles now, but it took a lot of work. 😄

[@gabrielhathcock1848]

That sucker took off so freaking quick. I was not expecting that.

[@JWClassicVW]

Lol... she goesssss

[@gabrielhathcock1848]

@@JWClassicVWat 7:25-7:35. It sounds like the motor is getting taxed out by the turbo’s. Is it getting overworked or am I just hearing things?

[@JWClassicVW]

It's pinging there... already taking her back out since this video is a bit old... I jacked my rings up. Doing some upgrades then to the tuner.

[@gabrielhathcock1848]

@@JWClassicVW I thought it sounded kinda funny. It’s a great build, but the beetle engine’s definitely have their limitations.

[@Ruffner61]

what an amazing job J

[@JWClassicVW]

Thank you so much!! She is more then I expected!! Sooooo fast!

[@boosTiMon]

Amazing how everything fits under a decklid and it’s intercooled! 🤯 Have you thought about a single or dual muffler hideaway setup?

[@JWClassicVW]

It's just a turbo exhaust ... but yeah I'm working on something that is a bit more not right in your face. Lol

[@boosTiMon]

@@JWClassicVW I have a 1960 which I’ve had for almost 30 years. I’m planing some sort of boosted setup or a swap on. It’s a single port. Any recommendations? I was considering Kompressor Haus or a RADesigns turbo kit.

[@JWClassicVW]

Check Out Mario at the Dubshop... he has done some amazing kits.

[@Hoggdoc1946]

I hope he did some tuning on that thing. When he gets into third it is pining like crazy. Maybe E85 will fix that not sure.

[@johannesburing2417]

Exactly the way they have to be : Endless Power but strictly aircooled

[@JWClassicVW]

Air-Cooled all the way!!!

[@hieroglyph321]

Just starting out, gonna check out your videos but a question, please. A year in, how's she holding together? Reliable? Can you cruise this and race? Or just race and maintain? Cheers...... incredible machine, kudos

[@JWClassicVW]

Good question, I'll cover it in a video soon, be on the look out.

[@StockTurboN20]

People talk smack on these engines because stock they’re underpowered but some bolt ons and a maybe a turbo will gap whatever Mopar boat they’re driving with twice the hp

[@1979augistine]

Not to mention the vw will most likely carry the front tires in 2 and 3 rd gear and they handle like there on rails

[@StockTurboN20]

@@1979augistine yeah the 1600 engine is a fantastic base for power

[@slowlearner984]

Lovely setup. You're making me miss my turbo oval. Serious qu... how are you getting cool air to that intercooler?

[@JWClassicVW]

Didn't watch the video huh... lol fans back there man, still in the development phase, so there is work to be done there.

[@smokepeddler]

Super clean car. Impressive.

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks!

[@robertofar-sm8yy]

very good work!!

[@rolexmd69]

What’s the biggest factory or non factory motor that can be purchased mail order for super beetle in 2023? This car above is awesome! I have a last year made vert in south Texas that’s in need of a refresh

[@JWClassicVW]

The largest popular aftermarket engine being built is a 2332cc turbo engine. There are a few different companies that build turnkey engines.

[@rolexmd69]

@@JWClassicVW thanks JW

[@Mikefngarage]

dont you need a different tune for the e85 or do your fuel trim numbers range that far. will need a lot more fuel. I am considering converting to e85 on mine. better cooling and cheaper. less saudi oil too. but you do use much more of it.

[@JWClassicVW]

Yup... engine must be tuned for E85 and mine has been. Tuned for both 93 Petrol and E85 mixture using a flex fuel sensor with my Haltech.

[@brynedolor8015]

Awesome good job on build love it !

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks so much man!! The work has paid off!

[@biscuit202]

Holy moly you are the man. What a build sounds and goes amazing. I wouldn't hammer it too much though 'til it's tuned up, as tempting as it is. I Don't want to be a kill joy, I couldn't tell with the video sound, but was the higher rev chatter the blow off or detonation? I have a supercharged beetle draw thru and when jetting the mains down smaller I got the same sound and it was detonation. I was lucky and noticed in time. Cheers C.

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks man!! She is a monster and yup I figured out the issue... simple enough the MAP reference was jacked up in the Haltech. Now that it's fixed all I hear is booost!! Well and the BOV and wastegate... lol

[@-NEH-]

I know this comment comes late, but have you noticed you have enough space for the muffler inside the rear fender behind the tyre? That's where I was hiding my mufflers when I was building bugs 30 years ago... 🙂

[@johnhunt4339]

Dude, can you not hear the detonation happening?????

[@JWClassicVW]

Dude... yes I heard it, but had no idea what it was. Now I do, my new video explains what I think was wrong. Appreciate the love though 😁😂🤣

[@dragbrick]

Definitely a great build though.

[@hieroglyph321]

Holy f.... that thing LAUNCHED! Subscribed.

[@dragbrick]

Sounds like you got some detonation going on . Be careful. Thats the fastest way to a new motor.

[@CS_247]

Yeah, I heard that too. 😫

[@cal63look]

Sick build man! I've been turbocharged stroked type 1 for many years myself. What's that noise I hear, is that detonation I'm hearing though????

[@JWClassicVW]

You are correct... there was some issues with the MAP sensor... that has been corrected and now fuel and timing are definitely much better. The difference is night and day when I go into boost!!

[@joecompton1619]

Omg!!!!!!😱😱😱

[@JWClassicVW]

Lol... RIGHT!! I love it!!

[@vintagespeedvw7864]

She’s fast! But you need to be able to look at an AFR gauge, I think it’s pinging badly.(detonation).

[@JWClassicVW]

I can see everything through my laptop... a few sensors aren't working but I'll get it sorted before I head to the tuner.

[@65vwbug87]

Great job, you might need some oh crap handles in there lol.

[@JWClassicVW]

Definitely!! Will attach them to the Roll cage I plan on doing at some point!

[@DuckmanCycles]

LoL hitting jumps

[@JWClassicVW]

Lol... right!! Not on purpose

[@DuckmanCycles]

@@JWClassicVW I do it on purpose though.... hehehehe. I should release that video

[@JWClassicVW]

Doooooooo IT! lol

[@otprrman]

It aint gonna last long with all that ping coming from the engine she is going to detonate KAAABOOOM

[@JWClassicVW]

I did kill my rings, rebuilding it now then straight to the tuner this time.

[@wisemasterbuilder]

I dig Your Build!

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks man!! Lots of work in here... lol 😀

[@dennismundt7482]

When you accelerate at like 7:28 into the video, and after that, it sounds like detonation when you are making power.

[@dennismundt7482]

Sorry didnt see other people reported the same thing. Your timing is too far advanced. I would do a compression test while your at it to make sure you didn’t shatter any pistons rings. Bug looks killer! Dont drive it till the timing is fixed

[@JWClassicVW]

@@dennismundt7482 Thanks man!! She is a monster and yup I figured out the issue... simple enough the MAP reference was jacked up in the Haltech. Now that it's fixed all I hear is booost!! Well and the BOV and wastegate... lol

[@andyroo3022]

Great car with a very nice engine build. Makes my 1916cc Built motor nothing special.

[@JWClassicVW]

Thanks man!! 😊

[@turbovdub1867]

that intercooler looks nice but how does it get air flow through it? unless there's a big hole in the firewall with some air ducting, it seems like it would be useless.

[@JWClassicVW]

@turbovdub1867 It has a fan behind it, works pretty good.

[@turbovdub1867]

@@JWClassicVW OK, I figured there had to be something like that. what are the aluminum intake "boxes" between the manifold and charge tubing? never seen those before.

[@chrishancock3424]

What do you have in the engine as size and money including EFI and all that? Trans doesn't sound build as far as racing gears so maybe some info on that .

[@JWClassicVW]

Lol... I have no idea to be honest. Well over 20k in engine and transmission. Transmission is built as well, solid main shaft and Weddle gears. Nothing cheap.

[@rodshaw-q3x]

Hey JW, awesome job on car build, looks and sounds good. If you don't mind me asking. I was wonder how your AFR table and Spark Tables look? I'm building a 2110 efi turbo system with the Haltech stuff. Using their R3 ECU, PD16, Dash and Keypad setup. Just trying to fine some good tables to start out with. Give me a good email if you like, and maybe you can send me that info and I'll keep you updated on my build and exchange some Idea's. I worked for SpaceX as a propulsion tech and now as a aircraft specialist for Lockheed Martin on there X-59 and F-22 programs. So looking to go wild on her like you did yours. Just hope I can do as nice as of job as you did.

[@longboardluv2]

that's 5 times more than my bus! :)

[@JWClassicVW]

lol... She definitely goesssssss!

[@tecate9408]

Looks great! What drums are you using, I really like those! Your car hauls!!!

[@JWClassicVW]

No drums... I run 4 wheel Disc, wide 5

[@tecate9408]

@JW Classic VW They must perform amazing. It really looks like early Porsche style. I don't have anywhere the size of your motor, but do like the idea of stopping fast if needed. We have a lot of hogs and wild goats on windy roads here on Big Island and would hate to total my 62. Love your channel, you got great content!

[@JWClassicVW]

Wild hogs and back roads are a bad cobo 4 sure... 😆 happy to hear your enjoying the channel! Have a great weekend everyone.

[@andgate2000]

Isnt the heat gonna come back up without the tin?

[@steviesantana8796]

looks and sounds good reat job but is that pinging in the background on heavy accel

[@JWClassicVW]

Yup there sure was... working on cleaning the tune up now. She is running much better!

[@Buglife59]

Bring goose to pasco bug jam next weekend in fla

[@JWClassicVW]

Would love to but that would require more planning... there is a show here that I've already committed to as well. I'm sure it will be a great show!

[@chadliggett7988]

Brother, Car is a Beaut! How much would be the total cost on engine build?

[@JWClassicVW]

A build like this would be 25 to 30k.