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Re: 1983 1.9 VW Transporter - potential head gasket issue
Posted: 09 May 2021, 10:49
by maxstu
ash1293 wrote: ↑09 May 2021, 10:38
maxstu wrote:A good thought J, yet l advised BB3 staying with standard set up carb and filter system on donor engine.
Think that’s the best idea especially if BB3 has limited mechanical knowledge. While I like my 34Dat, keeping the setup stock will mean it’s much easier asking for help on the forum if needed.

Re: 1983 1.9 VW Transporter - potential head gasket issue
Posted: 09 May 2021, 16:43
by ajsimmo
300CE wrote:Might be worth putting the carb and manifold up on eBay as someone will take it and it’ll recoup some of the funds laid out for the new DG.

Or better still, weigh it in. You won't get as much, but it'll save the unsuspecting buyer a world of Weber pain.
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Re: 1983 1.9 VW Transporter - potential head gasket issue
Posted: 09 May 2021, 19:53
by maxstu
ajsimmo wrote: ↑09 May 2021, 16:43
300CE wrote:Might be worth putting the carb and manifold up on eBay as someone will take it and it’ll recoup some of the funds laid out for the new DG.

Or better still, weigh it in. You won't get as much, but it'll save the unsuspecting buyer a world of Weber pain.
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Oh yes! Very good.

Re: 1983 1.9 VW Transporter - potential head gasket issue
Posted: 10 May 2021, 08:40
by 300CE
I’ll give you scrap value for it BB3 if you want to get rid!