LDA Feeler pin--not ramped boost pin

[Ruckus]

Hi there, long time reader...first post...
I have a 1.6 TD Jetta and I was monkeying around with the LDA boost pin. When I reinstalled the boost pin into the LDA I snapped off the guide pin( cam follower)/feeler pin). So know it hemorrages fuel out the ambient drain and I now also own a broken feeler pin. What I need is the part number of the pin. I have looked but unsuccessful so far.( mebbe missed it). Im going to replace it myself thanks to the great walk-throos you guys have provided. So thanks in advance and keep up the great site.


Ruckus

[Ruckus]

Yea im sure its broken ..I fished half of the pin out and the other half was inside the hole until I started it and it blew out. Now the second half is in the bottom of the LDA hole and fuel now fills the LDA and shoots out the overflow...DOH. So I need to find a new pin and replace it. Oh and Ill add that it wasnt actually my car but a friends....he's not impressed LOL.

[Sierra94]

It takes quite much force to break that pin I beleive  

Did you use a hammer so force the LDA pin down the hole? It helps rotating the whole thing when inserting it, the positioning it the right way after it passed the feeler pin.

[Ruckus]

Ummm embarrasing but yes I used much force pushing the LDA pin down the hole. Not sure why I did but I did. :oops: I do know better but for a temporary lapse in judgement. :evil:

[Ruckus]

Sorry to hammer my own post with replies but one quick question....can you remove and install the feeler pin without removing the LDA assy from the pump?

[Ruckus]

Well thats somewhat of a bright light at the end of my dim tunnel Fingers crossed for healthy oring.. Now I need to wait for the long weekend to be over so I can start calling around to find a replacement pin..wish me luck

Thanks for all the help. Ill keep you updated.