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[theman53]

I bet the numbers would be even closer with a 12mm fuel pump on the alh.

[TimpanogosSlim]

Perhaps a better question would be, for how long can an ALH be expected to power a 5000 pound SUV at those power levels?

[theman53]

Which power level?
The MKIV jetta isn't really light at 3,000 curb, mine continually has another 1,000 lbs or so and it has roughly 260,000 at stage 2.

The real question is how stupid are you with your right foot? These engines are pretty tough, but not idiot proof. Yes the suv weighs more, but so does the other engine. How much more torque do you need to propel the extra 400lbs of engine? Point is the alh even in stock form could move it down the road. If you want it to double as a drag suv then it might not be the best for longevity and daily driving mix.

[TimpanogosSlim]

Which power level?
The MKIV jetta isn't really light at 3,000 curb, mine continually has another 1,000 lbs or so and it has roughly 260,000 at stage 2.

The real question is how stupid are you with your right foot? These engines are pretty tough, but not idiot proof. Yes the suv weighs more, but so does the other engine. How much more torque do you need to propel the extra 400lbs of engine? Point is the alh even in stock form could move it down the road. If you want it to double as a drag suv then it might not be the best for longevity and daily driving mix.

it's a land cruiser. if i can't beat it like a rented mule and expect it to just keep running like nothing happened, what good is it?

[theman53]

I would worry more about the land cruiser if you are going off road than the VW engine. Mall crawling then maybe the engine would have more problems.
I am putting an AHU type engine in a Jeep wrangler and have no reservations. I wouldn't have any in a land cruiser with an ALH. I have the skills to put it together though.