Yenko Stinger Vega on eBay

[sYc]

In early '71, Yenko was experimenting with Rajay on a prototype or two. But in mid to late '71 Yenko switched to Schwitzer. I am guessing because of the problems he was having with the EPA and emissions.

[Jeff H]

The ads were from 1971 and they were different ads that look like they are from Car Craft and Hot Rod and they both show the Rajay turbo. So he didn't end up using the Rajay turbo at all?

[sYc]

I cannot say for sure he did not use the Rajay, but from what I have read, the Rajay was only used on a prototype or two. Everything I have points to Schwitzer as being the provider for the Yenko turbo kits. But, as I said, not for sure how many, if any, were sold to the public. In one memo to Schwitzer, Don mentions that the EPA may not allow him to sell the units, period. In addition, Don was having supply/shipping problems with Schwitzer. The folders are interesting reading, including a memo or two from Don concerning the 50,000 mile EPA durability test.

[resto4u]

Motion performance also sold mail order turbo kits for vega's. Could have been installed by car owner when new, and when painted someone slapped on the decals for selling appeal. The price is almost good enough to be even if it is not a yenko. Roger

[Jeff H]

Does anybody have any ads or pictures of the Motion turbo Vega kit? That would be interesting to see.

[JoeC]

I believe the Rajay turbo unit was just on the prototype. The Rajay unit was more expensive and more difficult to get through EPA because it used an aftermarket intake manifold. The Schwitzer used the stock Vega intake.

[Supercar_Kid]

CTChevelle...congrats on the purchase. Please post some more pics when you take delivery of the car, and let us know what your research uncovers.

[CTChevelle]

Thank you very much! It is a very neat looking car that has many questions that hopefully I can find answers to. I figured I would take a chance. It will be alot of fun driving it and doing the research. If anybody has any info. please send it my way. I will definetly keep everybody updated.

Steve

[Supercar_Kid]

The first thing I would do is find someone in law enforcement or at an insurance agency who has access to the NICB and do a search on your VIN and see if the MSO shows Yenko Chevrolet. Without any existing paperwork still with the car, that would be your best bet at finding out if it's a "Yenko" Vega or not. Outside of that I'd start tracking down previous owners and see what they might have to say. Best of luck in your search.