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Whew, a lot of good info.
Dave M - I am not intending my project for off-road use. If I did, I would go with a standard Beetle or a Thing (Type 181). The posts I retrieved from my search listed damper and dampener. Since I am not technically savvy, I wasn't sure if something was being dampened or lubed or whatever. Thanks for the clarification.
Wally & Superman - Great info. It will be printed and saved. Oh, and I don't mind arguments if it is info being lobbed back-and-forth. It was several such "arguments" which led me to wanting a Type IV engined Super Beetle -- much to my regular mechanic's chagrin. Also, I will want to find a copy of Käfer Tuning. I will worry about translation later as there is precious little on the strutted cars.
Chris Percival - I'm curious about which aftermarket unit(s) you were talking about. One custom shop (with which I have some apprehensions despite never having them perform any work for me) dismissed my inquiry into such a plan by stating those rack and pinion systems are designed for 800-pound rail buggies.
Thank you all for the great responses!
-René
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