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July 11, 2014, 07:05:02 pm

ftm1776

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Bosch VE Pump.....Break In????
« on: July 11, 2014, 07:05:02 pm »
After complete and correct rebuild to spec, does the VE pump "break in" so that it's performance slightly improves as parts settle in and loosen up a bit???

i.e., does it get a little bit more efficient at delivering the fuel so as to effect economy???? assume rebuilt injectors as well.
Thomas, Original and sole owner since new:
1991 Jetta NA 1.6 diesel, Engine Code ME, 5 speed, AWY transmission, Hydraulic Lifters
293,000 miles
LOOKING FOR A GOOD VW DIESEL ENGINE BUILDER ON THE WEST COAST

Reply #1July 12, 2014, 12:04:11 pm

sgnimj96

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Re: Bosch VE Pump.....Break In????
« Reply #1 on: July 12, 2014, 12:04:11 pm »
      My return-to-idle got better after a few miles of driving on a fresh reseal.       Not a "break in", just a slightly sticky control collar inside the pump.
81 Scirocco 1.6D (conversion)    86 Gofl 1.6D      2003 Golf Tdi   1985 300TD

Reply #2July 12, 2014, 09:58:09 pm

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« Reply #2 on: July 12, 2014, 09:58:09 pm »
Injectors definitely take a bit to settle in. Not so sure about pumps.
Bryn

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