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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.

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

Welcome to the club too!

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

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

your having us on eh?

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

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? )

peasant wrote: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!

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

jesus - check that you have coolant in it quick!

The previous owner coudnt have ever looked