I see these engines getting bashed all over the internet, about how they are junk, not reliable, etc... when I know good and well that it's a 6-cylinder VW engine.What really is the problem with them? I've heard of oiling issues, cylinder head cracking, cooling issues, etc... Which are true and not true? Are there any solutions to these problems?I'm asking because I am very close to closing the deal on a Volvo for another project car. I could go the normal route and build a nice fast B23FT and have a very fun car, or I could go the other way and build up a D24T. Obviously I would rather have a Diesel but if it will be more trouble than it's worth then I'll go the other way with it. Thanks!Brendan
As for the disparaging remarks about the engine itself, well, they're mostly just plain, demonstrably, wrong. These engines definitely do not have "lubrication issues" for example. They are intolerant of dino oil, especially if not changed frequently, and they are intolerant of overheating, as well as neglect or misuse. But when properly cared for, they will last indefinitely. Problem is, most people just don't know how to properly care for them. Couple that with some sloppy design specs and tolerances and many having been improperly assembled, right from the factory, and you have a recipe for trouble.
I'm pretty sure the bellhousing is Volvo-specific, sharing the same mounting pattern as the Volvo gassers.Brendan
Quote from: "lord_verminaard"I'm pretty sure the bellhousing is Volvo-specific, sharing the same mounting pattern as the Volvo gassers.BrendanThe bellhousing pattern is Audi, same as the 5-cylinder gas and diesel engines.