1.6 Non Turbo 8 Valve SOHC Diesel Head - Parts for Sale/Wanted - VWDiesel.net The IDI, TDI, and mTDI source.

• 1.6 Non Turbo 8 Valve SOHC Diesel Head by GregMottin on 15 Apr, 2011 11:17
• I have a 1.6 Non Turbo 8 Valve SOHC Diesel Head I just posted on Ebay for a starting bid of .99 cents.
  
  http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110675232153&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMESELX%3AIT
  
  I have years of experience working as a mechanic, and have worked in machine shops, but I am not  VW or Diesel guy. This head belonged to a friend who used to have a VW Pick up. I wonder if anyone more knowledgeable than myself can help me make sure the description is accurate.
  
  Thanks for your time,
  Greg
  
  925-519-8781  
• #1 by burn_your_money on 15 Apr, 2011 14:16
• You spelled "diesel" wrong in the title. If you can change that you should.
  
  Also, you could add that it is a mechanical lifter head to the title.
  
  The cracking between the valves is nothing to worry about (usually). It's only if the cracks are too wide that it can be a problem. I think the Bentley (service manual) specs it at the width of a penny. It's always a good idea to pressure test the head before investing in a rebuild because of this.
• #2 by GregMottin on 15 Apr, 2011 14:24
• Thanks for your responce. Will check the spelling. Can you clarify that this is an early 80's 1.6 head, not a 1.8? I have known my machinist for over 30 years. I trust him completely. He said the crack was no problem. 
• #3 by maxfax on 15 Apr, 2011 19:18
• That is a 1.6 liter head..  There was no 1.8 diesel, and all the 1.9 diesels had hydraulic lifters.. Since it has 12mm head bolts it should fit 1982ish and up
• #4 by GregMottin on 15 Apr, 2011 21:00
• Thanks Maxfax
  
  Greg