Author Topic: Can I use a VW 1.6TD crank and intermediate shaft in an 81 - 1.6D motor rebuild?  (Read 2474 times)

September 22, 2011, 05:49:50 am

SR Heer

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Can I readily use an 82-91 VW 1.6TD crank ( which I think all used hydraulic heads ) and intermediate shaft in an 81 - 1.6D (NA) with non-hydraulic head - motor rebuild?
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Reply #1September 22, 2011, 08:50:52 am

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Can I readily use an 82-91 VW 1.6TD crank ( which I think all used hydraulic heads ) and intermediate shaft in an 81 - 1.6D (NA) with non-hydraulic head - motor rebuild?

those parts shouldnt be any different on any of the 1.6's
92 Jetta GLI - Black, 1.6D w/ GT2056V turbo..
86 GTI - 4 Door, Med Twilight Gray, Tow Machine..
86 Audi Coupe GT - Tornado Red, All Stock.. WRECKED.
89 Toyota 4Runner - Dark Grey Metallic, LIFTED!

Turbo: exhaust gasses go into the turbocharger and spin it, witchcraft happens and you go faster.