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Diesel Conversion
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by
Newbie »
10 Feb 2007, 18:21
Hey.
Quick question. I am thinking of converting my 87 gas syncro to diesel at somepoint, and am trying to start collecting parts. Just to confirm,...
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Last post by andysimpson
10 Feb 2007, 21:58
1Y Ecomatic pump - Weaslechin ??
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Kermit »
09 Feb 2007, 16:25
I am finally getting around to swapping the engine with a 1Y 1.9 from a golf ecomatic.
Weaslechin, I spoke to you last year as you were doing the...
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Last post by Kermit
10 Feb 2007, 09:30
Swap help
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Pat Dolan »
06 Feb 2007, 03:57
Nah, not wife swapping, ENGINE swapping.
I was referred to this jolly lot from a member over at vwvortex. Looking around, it seems that there are as...
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Last post by Kermit
10 Feb 2007, 08:16
new engine wanted but which one?
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poptop »
08 Feb 2007, 16:34
Yes can anyone help?
MY 1.6 non turbo engine may be replaced in next few months, but with what? I am tired of busses passing me...
Diesel 1.9 turbo...
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Last post by Ian_Fearn
08 Feb 2007, 20:53
2.3i engines
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jed the spread »
08 Feb 2007, 17:47
has anyone heard of this? they take out a 2.1 and replace it with a new tampered with 2.1 thats become a 2.3 just i was talking to the bloke at the...
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Last post by toomanytoys
08 Feb 2007, 18:52
which one
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trikey »
27 Jan 2007, 12:24
i`m going to buy a CHEAP car to drive while i sort the van out, when i`ve done all but the engine i want to take the engine out the car and put it in...
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Last post by roadmark69
08 Feb 2007, 14:04
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Last post by matt
07 Feb 2007, 20:20
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Last post by matt
06 Feb 2007, 12:33
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Last post by ally
05 Feb 2007, 12:20
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Last post by nindy
04 Feb 2007, 22:51
Alfa engines
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PEET »
28 Jan 2007, 21:24
I had an Alfa 33 sports wagen estate and it was a flat four boxer engine, very reliable and that car was quick (0-60 in 7 secs, 125mphish), i know...
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Last post by skell
01 Feb 2007, 19:38
AAZ fitting issues
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jcgeddes »
26 Jan 2007, 19:30
Right
I have both engines next to each other in the garage on engine stands so I can swap bits over.
Now as I understood it there were two...
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Last post by HarryMann
31 Jan 2007, 23:06
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Last post by cumbria
31 Jan 2007, 10:23
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Last post by ally
28 Jan 2007, 19:23
subaru conversion and 4speedbox
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smithie »
24 Jan 2007, 19:30
hi
been reading up on the 2.2 subaru conversion and it sounds like a good route to go when my old 19 packs up,however im not sure how that conversion...
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Last post by smithie
28 Jan 2007, 18:09
Transit diesel engine
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dandaz »
19 Jan 2007, 11:48
Whatcha...
Just thought I would have a quick search before going to put a Transit di engine and box into a T25...
But I can`t find anything ......
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Last post by excalibur
26 Jan 2007, 20:19
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Last post by monkeynut
22 Jan 2007, 20:12
T3 gearbox limits
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silver surfer »
22 Jan 2007, 18:59
This is my first post to this forum so I must start by saying what a fantastic forum it is. The depth and breadth of knowledge here is truly amazing....
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Last post by Westy.Club.Joker
22 Jan 2007, 19:20
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Last post by garyd
17 Jan 2007, 13:10
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Last post by maximus
12 Jan 2007, 22:20
coolant temp on subaru?
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jamesc76 »
10 Jan 2007, 10:59
i want to put a inline resistor on my collant line i got a 28 or 30 ohm one cant remeber which but need to ask is there a certain way round u need to...
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Last post by jamesc76
11 Jan 2007, 12:13
First problems since conversion
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klatuu »
08 Jan 2007, 12:16
Well its been a year since the conversion has been on the road, three problems have occurred:
1) Sticky throttle mechanism, cleaned and now slippy...
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Last post by klatuu
08 Jan 2007, 12:16
subaru on ebay??
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jamesc76 »
04 Jan 2007, 16:39
this is the same car as i used to take the engine and loom out of for conversion its nothing to do with me but price looks not bad at the moment so...
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Last post by HarryMann
07 Jan 2007, 22:32
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Last post by poshbuggers
05 Jan 2007, 11:12
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Last post by andysimpson
04 Jan 2007, 21:59
1.6 n/a to jx 1.6 td?
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lhd »
29 Dec 2006, 16:16
Is this as easy as it sounds, and what problems may arise? :wink:
Many thanks lhd................................
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Last post by skell
03 Jan 2007, 12:48
AAZ clutchs
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by
andysimpson »
08 Aug 2006, 18:03
I have recently put an AAZ in my syncro with a new JX clutch, flywheel in good condition. Its only done 250 miles but clutch is already weak. Are...
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Last post by angry vanagon
01 Jan 2007, 23:57
tdi clocks and key
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by
dougslug »
07 Dec 2006, 20:13
hello, does anyone have any good tips on how to intigrate the clocks and key barrel into a tdi conversion ? i am presently making up the wiring loom...
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Last post by dougslug
31 Dec 2006, 15:46
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Last post by RJES
31 Dec 2006, 10:52
Ford Zetec
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by
Ian_Fearn »
20 Dec 2006, 18:29
I was looking at turn key Ford Zetec conversions on a company website, anybody got a link?
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Last post by Mr Big
31 Dec 2006, 01:28
sump
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by
trikey »
11 Dec 2006, 22:13
SORRY if asked before,
is the 1.7D sump different to the 1.6D sump, I`m hoping to swap in the new year from 1.7 to 1.9 thought i was on a winner with...
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Last post by oldiguana
21 Dec 2006, 03:02
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Last post by Vanagonman
17 Dec 2006, 14:25
1y install last bits!
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by
wookey »
13 Aug 2006, 19:14
hi,
the 1.7D is out! :) horray! ive swaped over the engine mounts, alt water pump. The new clutch is on, lucky i spotted the leaking g'box seal.....
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Last post by oldiguana
16 Dec 2006, 01:16
Pinto clutch assembly help required
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by
justbuggin »
19 Nov 2006, 18:31
Hi
I'm new to the forum & I'm in need of some help with an 2.1l Pinto conversion on my '89 panel. Used to have a 2.1 petrol VW lump, then got...
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Last post by justbuggin
13 Dec 2006, 17:12
Porsche engine
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by
Dubstar »
19 Sep 2006, 12:15
I suppose it's been asked before-though I can't find it-but how and what type of Porsche flat 6 Aircooled engine will fit my van? If any? I currently...
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Last post by Fastbus
12 Dec 2006, 20:29
clio v6
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by
RUSTBUS T25 »
02 Dec 2006, 04:22
hi,has any one thought abought a clio v6 3ltr lump as these are rear mounted lumps.ive seen a few at good prices any opinions?cheeers wayne :?
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Last post by dink
10 Dec 2006, 19:57
Anyone put a 16v motor into a T3?
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by
Mr Big »
04 Dec 2006, 23:40
Seeing as its looking likely i've cooked my 1.6D :( I am considering a GTi implant as the simplest cheapest method of upgrading the power. I have...
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Last post by philippacman
05 Dec 2006, 20:25
GTi temperature gauge problem
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by
Sir Chad »
27 Nov 2006, 17:54
Hello, I've got my 8v GTi engine fitted and running but I'm not having any joy with the temperature gauge, has anyone manged to get the T25 gauge to...
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Last post by dingleyhythe
28 Nov 2006, 13:02
1.9D into 1.6D westy
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by
Andyvandy »
13 Nov 2006, 22:39
Does anyone know how easy it is to change the original 1.6D Engine for a 1.9D.
Where it would be possible to get hold of a decent engine.
And...
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Last post by Andyvandy
20 Nov 2006, 22:29
Sealed air filters
by
Clur »
16 Nov 2006, 11:39
My other half is trying to organise a group buy of K&N Sealed air filters for those of you doing an engine transplant on a syncro.
If interested...
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Last post by Clur
16 Nov 2006, 11:39
1y timing belt woes :(
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by
wookey »
11 Nov 2006, 15:54
hi all,
changing my timing belt in my 1y. set to tdc, set the semi-auto tension ok, tighened up the cam and tensioner nut/bolt. all ok, come to...
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Last post by monkeynut
14 Nov 2006, 18:46
an engine needed, but which one?
by
murdoch »
10 Nov 2006, 20:40
i have now saved up some pennies and i am after fitting a different engine into my dead 2.0ltr c.u. Aircooled camper.
i would prefer a turbo diesel,...
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Last post by murdoch
10 Nov 2006, 20:40
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Last post by dridgy
09 Nov 2006, 19:12
Laurie Pettit
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by
maximus »
01 Nov 2006, 20:49
Just been on Volkszone and some geezer said Laurie Pettit has sacked it :cry: Does anyone know of this? as I need him for some work
cheers
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Last post by richnewton
04 Nov 2006, 16:57
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Last post by skell
01 Nov 2006, 19:06
Options on Subaru conversion
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by
Kent Joker »
29 Oct 2006, 21:08
Options on Subaru conversion, I have a very solid 1989 Westie pop top I have a gearbox or diff wine the exhaust needs changing and looks unlikely to...
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Last post by HarryMann
30 Oct 2006, 17:24
gti engine advice
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by
tiki25 »
29 Oct 2006, 18:31
Hi,
New to the forum! Currently restoring a 1983 1.9 petrol van (water pumper) Am thinking of a gti 8valve engine conversion.
Was just wondering how...
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Last post by philippacman
29 Oct 2006, 20:47
1800 watercooled
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by
camper Dave »
23 Oct 2006, 09:48
hi can anybody plese help i have in t25 an 1800 aiorcooled engine belived to be of military construction ie it was all 24 volts the serial no is...
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Last post by camper Dave
29 Oct 2006, 15:38
alternative engine insurance question
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by
j_robi »
26 Oct 2006, 12:39
ok, im about to bite the bullet an get an ej20 2.0L subaru engine for my t25. currently im with adrian flux, paying 650 pounds anually (im 22 years...
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Last post by j_robi
26 Oct 2006, 16:16
location of AAZ engine code
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by
skell »
22 Oct 2006, 15:41
Can anyone tell me where the engine number is hidden on an AAZ lump, insurers want to know if, I've found a 5 character number on a plate at top...
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Last post by skell
23 Oct 2006, 18:01
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