air or watercooled ?

[tomsneade]

Hi, I have just bought a vw transporter camper 1985 B reg 1600 diesel. It has TWO grilles on the front (which, I have read, would indicate that it is a watercooled engine) however the previous owner thinks it is an Aircooled one....Can anyone advise please. Thanks, Tom.

[VWCamperfan]

If it's a diesel then it's got to be watercooled.

Welcome to the club too!

[texasuk]

If he thought it was Aircooled, check it has water in it.


Seriously, how can you own a van like that and not know?

Welcome by the way

[kevtherev]

the previous owner doesn't know what engine is in it?

your having us on eh?

[R0B]

an aircold diesel just how long did the previous owner have it.5 minutes?

[peasant]

this is what an Aircooled diesel sounds (and looks) like

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OyO1qxQzrww" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

(I wonder ...could I fit one in my Syncro? )

[VWCamperfan]

this is what an Aircooled diesel sounds (and looks) like

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OyO1qxQzrww" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

(I wonder ...could I fit one in my Syncro? )

My Aircooled sounds like that... But it's petrol!

[toomanytoys]

I cant tell you how many times I have been told mine has an Aircooled engine........ so its not unrealistic.. BUT if the owner hasnt a clue, they can NEVER have lifted the engine lid to check ol and water..

I'd suggest you get it checked over/serviced asap

[albertramsbottom]

jesus - check that you have coolant in it quick!

The previous owner coudnt have ever looked