What any 356,912, or Aircooled VW really needs to power it. RAT proven power! This 2270cc “SS” engine can be configured to easily integrate into any Porsche 356/ 912, as well as any VW Beetle, Ghia, Thing, or pre- 1972 VW Bus. Despite the application, this well- proven, powerful engine provides exceptional reliability, and longevity.
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Make your 181 engine a 481!
Want a great driving, reliable, and cool running 181? Make it a 481! The VW “Thing” Type 181 is one of the vehicles that benefits most from our MassIVe Type 4 engine program. The 181 is notoriously under- powered, and very non- aerodynamic, as provided by the factory. Pictured here, fitted to Jake Raby’s “Type…
2.3L RAT Engine for Porsche 912E
The one year only 1976 Porsche 912E was an original application for a very specific variant of the Type 4 engine. This recently completed 2.3L RAT version of the 912E engine produces up to 100HP over the factory power output of the 912E engine. More impressively, this is accomplished with only a 15% increase in…
RAT’s Camper Special – our timeless classic.
The Aircooled Technology “Camper Special” is a classic offering, going back to 1998 when the first one was built. Today, that very first one is still in active service. Our ongoing Research and Development increased power output of the Camper Special by 50% over a period of 15 years, through added efficiency, performance coatings, and…