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Hi Dave I'm in Manchester. Had a leak in the cooling system. Engine started to overheat but warning light did not come on so thought I,d got away with it and hoped it would just be a gasket or valve replacement, I was touring in Wales so just shut it down and had it towed back to Manc to the garage ...

Many thanks Dave for your comprehensive answer
I had my doubts. I'm trying to find an aaz or a 1.7 ky unit which is the original now deceased engine. so far it seems finding the holy grail would be easier!
I may pick your brains as I go along. if that's ok.
JCDV

Hi I'm living through a classic nightmare. My beloved T251.6/7 straight diesel has died and needs replacement. Is there a tech wizard out there who can tell me if a 1.9 sdi diesel out of a VW caddy code AYQ is a possible replacement? I know where a good one is at a reasonable price. If it is possibl...