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Good point! I think I may have noticed a slight issue with dipstick length when using dipstick from early CS plastic dipstick/filler tube to the later metal dipstick/filler TD tube (both types that run up from the back of the base of the sump), as the plastic (with metal 90 degree bend at base) type...

...p.s. pretty sure Baxter/JK/VW Heritage do the orange rocker box seal you are looking for, for very little cost.

Hi Joker79, I have exactly the problem as you (& probably another too). Van was CS 1.6 n/a & overheated casuing head issues so I've just got round to fitting a JX complete unit (engine/pump/turbo) bought off Fleabay about 6 months ago. Initially I had exactly the same issues as you, smoking ...

Thnaks for your advice Colin. I've had a good look at the info for 1Y & it just seemed a bit tricker with port matching/clearance issues etc. The idea of the JR interested me as it's similar era to the CS so assumed easier parts carry over, plus 30% power & torque hike. I also understood JR ...

Hi all, Wondered if anyone has done one of these that can offer me any advice? My '81 CS is fast dying. Suspect warped head or more (snapped water pump belt & dodgy gauges didn't give me any proper notice), although it starts & runs fine but seems to be pressurising the water system (now wee...

Looked to same philosophy as you. I've upped mIne to 195*14 commercial tyres (on 1.6 CS i.e.. non turbo diesel) & it takes the edge off the "din" when cruisin' along. It's completely fine on the flat, better downhill, worse uphill. Lower revs rather than better top speed. Loading up/we...