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Mk1 Engine out - stuff to change or check?
by
homerj1
on 07 Jan, 2013 15:02
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Hey folks,
I've got my engine and trans out of the mk1 Jetta. Know what I'm doing engine-wise ( dropping in another 1.6td)
Just wondering what I should change\inspect on the engine and in the engine compartment ( that would be a bugger to change if the engine\trans was in)
I'm putting poly bushings in the control arms, steering rack, new ball jts, lower stress bar, tie rods(?)
Engine -wise? should I replace the rear engine seal? Stat? waterpump? Glow plugs, timing belt are recent.
Would just rather do it now when stuff is apart.
thanks
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#1
by
8v-of-fury
on 07 Jan, 2013 16:27
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All the trans seals! Way easier on the ground, not to mention the ones on the shaft you need to remove the engine from the trans to do
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Basically a trans service, push rod, and TO bearing. The main shaft seal, the push rod bushing and seal. The flange seals and at the same time the snap rings and ***e for them. Have you considered a LSD kit?
http://www.peloquins.com/products_80.html
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#2
by
theman53
on 07 Jan, 2013 18:34
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I would do the rear main and depending if you feel up to it while checking the IM shaft bearings I would replace that seal. I wouldn't mess with the front crank seal unless it is leaking currently. Glow plugs I would do with it out, not much better but at least you aren't bending over the car. If it is TD drill out the exhaust for and EGT gauge. Even if you don't have one get a pipe plug until you do. Hard to drill when in the car. Also, depending on climate I would do the block heater freeze plug. Also, I have never riden in an MK1 with really good engine mounts so I would add those to the list while you are in there.
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#3
by
TylerDurden
on 07 Jan, 2013 18:44
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I just swapped an engine from one car to another.
I was in a hurry to get the car on the road, so I did the minimum:
Tranny seals & clutch kit (PP, disk, TO bearing)
Engine rear seal
Intermediate shaft bearings & seal
Water pump, T-stat, hoses
Oil cooler seal
Cam Seal
Glow-plugs
Timing belt
(Engine probably needed a head gasket, so I did that too.)
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#4
by
mystery3
on 07 Jan, 2013 22:43
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It's a nice time to rebuild your shifter, and tidy up your wiring harness.
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#5
by
CRSMP5
on 07 Jan, 2013 23:02
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i say the ideas all wrong...
big 5 gal bucket of hot tar.. make sure everything under hood unprotected... wires, fuel lines.. loose nuts/bolts just thrown about...
big tarp under bay... start to throw tar on any/everything... if its color coded wires, make sure to cover it well.. now once you scoop any remaining tar from the tarp.. dont waste just till all used up...
now any loose item.. sand, dirt, feathers, weed... so on.. throw into wet tar... cover well...
let dry and drop engin and all back in...
you can have a chia pet engine bay this way if you want different....
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#6
by
homerj1
on 08 Jan, 2013 02:44
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Car has an auto trans - ( lol I know?) but never thought about trans seals?
Am putting in an egt probe, - the headgasket, glow plugs, tBelt have all been done.
Will do the hoses, stat etc.
thanks for the help!
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#7
by
RabbitJockey
on 08 Jan, 2013 04:37
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I absolutely love automatics enjoy that piece
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#8
by
homerj1
on 08 Jan, 2013 06:08
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I absolutely love automatics enjoy that piece
Interesting, -How come? I'm a little hesitant about expectations about the 1.6td & auto match up.
And the wallet & the wife suggest I can't afford to drop in a 5speed.
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#9
by
8v-of-fury
on 08 Jan, 2013 09:42
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I absolutely love automatics enjoy that piece
What kind of ratios are they dealing with? 3.13 FD and a 1.00 3rd gear??
That is really still only 3400 at 120 km/h. Which I get ok mileage at that RPM in the 88.
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#10
by
RabbitJockey
on 09 Jan, 2013 18:42
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I absolutely love automatics enjoy that piece
What kind of ratios are they dealing with? 3.13 FD and a 1.00 3rd gear??
That is really still only 3400 at 120 km/h. Which I get ok mileage at that RPM in the 88.
I don't know haha they suck on the highway. They're alright if u stay around 60-65 but they're really humming along. They just drive nice in my opinion and I still always got 40mpg in it and I used to hammer on it like I always do with my cars haha. I think the fastest I had the balls to go in it was 70-75 but my dad said he did almost 80 in it
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#11
by
8v-of-fury
on 09 Jan, 2013 19:07
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I'd feel comfortable up to 100mph.. 4750 rpm lol
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#12
by
TylerDurden
on 09 Jan, 2013 19:44
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Too many idiots and deer around to drive fast anymore.
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#13
by
shwak23
on 22 Mar, 2013 16:40
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i say the ideas all wrong...
big 5 gal bucket of hot tar.. make sure everything under hood unprotected... wires, fuel lines.. loose nuts/bolts just thrown about...
big tarp under bay... start to throw tar on any/everything... if its color coded wires, make sure to cover it well.. now once you scoop any remaining tar from the tarp.. dont waste just till all used up...
now any loose item.. sand, dirt, feathers, weed... so on.. throw into wet tar... cover well...
let dry and drop engin and all back in...
you can have a chia pet engine bay this way if you want different....
No one is going to acknowledge this?
I think mossing your bay is the new rusty hood.
A link for those interested. Lol.
http://www.popularmechanics.com/_mobile/home/how-to-plans/woodworking/step-by-step-guides-offbeat-diy-projects-6Sent from Outer Space!