MKII Golf Progress Thread

[DTolo]

This will be the official status thread that I use for the Golf.
-26 April, the owner signed over the title to me.

-1 May, I went to the title place on base and paid the $115 titleing fee and pick up a temp tomorrow. Will have a temp until I get the keys and smog.

I am supposed to ship of both door handles with the locks tomorrow to have authentic VW Emblem with rubber head keys cut. Once that is done, I can start working on the starter issue.

Running tab as of today.

-Tow Dolly $46
-Gas in buddy's Truck $20
-Certified mail of lien paperwork $10
-Licensing/Title $115
-Keys made $60 (includes shipping both ways) (pending)

Total cost as of 1 May 2007: $251.00

[idrivea2002golf]

i'm soo jealous. i would love to find a MK2 or even better a mk1 and only spend 261 on it.

how's the rust? it was a michigan car right? is it clean well taken care of?

[DTolo]

i'm soo jealous. i would love to find a MK2 or even better a mk1 and only spend 261 on it.

how's the rust? it was a michigan car right? is it clean well taken care of?

There is some rust. Doesn't look too crazy but I might replace the rear hatch at some point cus I've seen them go for decent prices. Then there is some around the windshield, nothing crazy. The car may be getting a sanding and primering at some point. We'll see. Even a prep, and Maaco job as a daily might be in the future.

Don't be jealous of the 251. That number will climb by the time I don't have something that needs immediate attention. (timing belt, tensioner, starter) But that is what the thread is for, to track the progress, and most importantly the cost. And maybe get some interest from ppl who know what they are doing so when I need help with something they'll be willing :tup: 12-packs are cheaper on base than out in town ;)

*edited the price* I read the calc wrong.

[DTolo]

I got the Key. One door lock (passenger) is keyed different, but it'll be fine for now. So, no spending for keys to be made.

-Tow Dolly $46
-Gas in buddy's Truck $20
-Certified mail of lien paperwork $10
-Licensing/Title $115

New Total 2 May 2007: 191.00

[89_16v_gti]

I just picked up this '90 golf for 40 bucks in gas so the guy would tow it to my house.
http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s221/sweet16v/Picture011.jpg
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Good luck with your car. The nice thing about Cali cars is that there is no rust. It might just end up as a parts car for my GTI

[DTolo]

I can't see the pics since I am at work. But if you end up using it for your GTi, I could use a new set of headlights, or even just the Pass Side headlight. Oh, and a grill too ;).

[DubHitMan]

nice with the big bumpers already, def keep us posted. From a fellow MK2 owner. Good price too.

[DTolo]

Ok, so the Golf is now running. Just took an hour of elbow grease and trouble shooting.

Here are the pics. Front end has some damage. Need a new grill and passenger headlight. There is rust in a few places. A hand sanding/prep and primer might be in the near future.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/tinytolo/GTI%20picks/IMG_0623.jpg
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[idrivea2002golf]

the interior looks really nice. the exterior needs some TLC. good luck!

[DubHitMan]

i want your dash!!! Looks a hella of a lot cleaner then mine.

[DTolo]

Yeah, the interior is pretty good. I will be slowly plugging away. Might pick up all the Tune up Parts today. We'll see. Might just order them. Still don't know where to go to get the timing belt done.

[DTolo]

Ordered:
Timing Belt Tensioner $15.00
Power Steering Belt $6.00
Alternator Belt $5.00
Timing Belt $7.00
OEM Oil Filter $4.00
A/C Belt $8.00
Bosch Fuel Filter $15.00
Timing Belt Tensioner Tool $19.00

-Tow Dolly $46
-Gas in buddy's Truck $20
-Certified mail of lien paperwork $10
-Licensing/Title $115
-Order from Parts4vws $85 plus shipping

New total: $276.00

[mike]

you better put a water pump in there too when you do the T-belt

[DTolo]

you better put a water pump in there too when you do the T-belt

Dang, yes sir.

Who is gonna come and un-F*&K my car when I screw this all up?

[Damon]

If you're ever down in Kearny Mesa, check out Inter Auto. They have most parts in stock and the prices are killer.

[scottd1975]

its already coming along good

[DTolo]

-Tow Dolly $46
-Gas in buddy's Truck $20
-Certified mail of lien paperwork $10
-Licensing/Title $115
-Order #1 from Parts4vws $95
-Order #2 from Parts4vws $73
-Replace Passenger Headlamp (used) $42
-Picking up a power steering pump used for $30.

New Total: $435

Just put in Order #2 last night, it's processed and hopefully ships soon.
Order #2 consists of: Waterpump, Housing, OEM thermostat, Theromostat cover.

Wrenches will commence turning this weekend. Hope to have this thing on the road and SMOG ready by next weekend.

[20AE#1999]

dam so I can't see the pics right now because I am at work on base but I am jealous of this story already. I really want to have a project like this. I need a house first though.

[DTolo]

Ok, so I have the engine on it's way back together.
-new timing belt on
-new waterpump on
-Compressor in place
-Compressor serp. belt on

Haven't tried starting the car yet to check timing, but according to the Bentley I should be good. I guess small adjustments to ensure the 6-8 deg advance can all be done at the distributor. I am still waiting on the PS pump. Had to go a different route, will update the cost when I get a chance.

[vr6gtiguy]

hey man, if you ever need some help feel free to hit me up, i re did my mk1 i had and im redoing my bug, and now my beamer (stupid head gasket). so im pretty handy with a wrench lol

[GTIcrazy]

Do the valve cover gasket.

[DTolo]

hey man, if you ever need some help feel free to hit me up, i re did my mk1 i had and im redoing my bug, and now my beamer (stupid head gasket). so im pretty handy with a wrench lol

You might hear from me sooner than you think. lol!

Updated and corrected costs:

-Tow Dolly $46
-Gas in buddy's Truck $20
-Certified mail of lien paperwork $10
-Licensing/Title $115
-Order #1 from Parts4vws $95
-Order #2 from Parts4vws $73
-Replace Passenger Headlamp (used) $42
-VWVortex'd a power steering pump used for $47.

New Total: $452

Now need a new Driver side headlight. At this rate, I should have bought the Quad round front end I saw on the 'Tex.

Oh, and the valve cover gasket will happen when it is running and I do the oil change.

[DTolo]

IT'S RUNNING!!! Yes! That means I just did my FIRST EVER TIMING BELT and the time is right on! It sounded a lot smoother than before. I don't have any coolant in it, so I will go out and get the coolant to refill it. I am also waiting on the PS pump now. I also gotta order the new headlight.

I noticed some stuff under the hood that makes me want to go with an AC delete situation. We'll see how that goes.

Still to come.

-New fuel filter (have it, need to install it)
-Power Steering pump (in the mail)
-New Spark plugs (Old spark plugs look a bit fouled, but hard to tell cus they are Platinum +4s)
-Fresh Coolant
-Possibly all new grounding and Power cables in the engine bay.

[DTolo]

Now needs a new fuel pump and housing. Was taking a look at it, and there is some leakage and some crazy goop/adhesive on it. The previous owner or the guy before him took a lot of short cuts with this car.

-Tow Dolly $46
-Gas in buddy's Truck $20
-Certified mail of lien paperwork $10
-Licensing/Title $115
-Order #1 from Parts4vws $95
-Order #2 from Parts4vws $73
-Replace Passenger Headlamp (used) $42
-VWVortex'd a power steering pump used for $47. (still in the mail)
-Oil, Coolant, Sparks Plugs $39

New Total: $491

[DTolo]

So now I have to sit and wait for parts to come in. That sucks. Plus I will be stationed down at MCRD San Diego for the next two months starting the 28th, so whatever I don't get done by next weekend is gonna have to wait for each weekend. I hope to have it running and take it to get the VIN verified and possibly SMOG on Friday.

-Tow Dolly $46
-Gas in buddy's Truck $20
-Certified mail of lien paperwork $10
-Licensing/Title $115
-Order #1 from Parts4vws $95
-Order #2 from Parts4vws $73
-Replace Passenger Headlamp (used) $42
-VWVortex'd a power steering pump used for $47. (still in the mail)
-Oil, Coolant, Sparks Plugs $39
-Driver's side headlight $25 (ships monday)
-Used Fuel Pump and housing $60 (ships Monday)

New Total: $576

[DTolo]

The Fuel pump guy flaked and just returned my money, so I still need a new Fuel Pump housing.

GOOD NEWS. Vehicle is back to "running" status and not on jack stands. New problem, car is good when idleing for the most part. There is a bit of a ticking going on under the hood, sounds like from around the head. Not too heavy but very noticable.

When the car idles, it is fine, when you rev above 1400rpm, I get the oil warning light, and if you keep it rev'd for too long, the warning 'buzz' happens. Oil level is good, I do still need to replace the oil filter and do the oil change.

Oh, and the blower and dash lights used to work, but something happened and they don't now. Niether do the tail lights. All the fuses are good. Any ideas before I go shooting in the dark?

-Tow Dolly $46
-Gas in buddy's Truck $20
-Certified mail of lien paperwork $10
-Licensing/Title $115
-Order #1 from Parts4vws $95
-Order #2 from Parts4vws $73
-Replace Passenger Headlamp (used) $42
-VWVortex'd a power steering pump used for $47
-Oil, Coolant, Sparks Plugs $39
-Driver's side headlight $25 (shipped monday, still waiting)
-Bolt from Lowe's needed for PS Pump tensioner 3$

New Total: $519

*oh yeah, gonna wash it and post some pics in a bit.... I hope.

[DTolo]

Fresh Pics, as promised. Interior pics to come, once I clean the interior.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/tinytolo/GTI%20picks/Washed2.jpg
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Ok, so I waxed the hood and the top of the fenders to see if I could restore some of the shine... I think it did good for a 20min hand wax.

Oh, and I think the e-brake cable busted. ANybody replaced that before?

[DTolo]

Order #3 from Parts4VWs consists of:
- Head Gasket Set $60
- Head bolts x10 @ $2.50ea = $25
- E-Brake cable x2 @ $12.00ea = $24
- Oil Pressure switch = $5

-Tow Dolly $46
-Gas in buddy's Truck $20
-Certified mail of lien paperwork $10
-Licensing/Title $115
-Order #1 from Parts4vws $95
-Order #2 from Parts4vws $73
-Replace Passenger Headlamp (used) $42
-VWVortex'd a power steering pump used for $47
-Oil, Coolant, Sparks Plugs $39
-Driver's side headlight $25 (rcvd and installed)
-Bolt from Lowe's needed for PS Pump tensioner 3$
-Order #3 from Parts4VWs $123 + shipping.
-Hella Smoked Turns $40

New Total: $682

[DTolo]

Head Rebuild parts. I am under the assumption that I should be able to keep my current springs and retainers. I am not worried about recieving higher rpm range. So, I ordered the following:

New Valves (OE)
New Followers
Autotech 270 sport street Hydro Cam
(valve seals cam in head gasket kit)


-Tow Dolly $46
-Gas in buddy's Truck $20
-Certified mail of lien paperwork $10
-Licensing/Title $115
-Order #1 from Parts4vws $95
-Order #2 from Parts4vws $73
-Replace Passenger Headlamp (used) $42
-VWVortex'd a power steering pump used for $47
-Oil, Coolant, Sparks Plugs $39
-Driver's side headlight $25 (rcvd and installed)
-Bolt from Lowe's needed for PS Pump tensioner 3$
-Order #3 from Parts4VWs $123
-Hella Smoked Turns $40
-Head Rebuild Order from Autotech and TechtonicsTuning $430

New Total: $1112

Hope to have this running and smog'd by the start of school, Aug 23rd.

[Agent Orange]

Nice. With that cam if the springs and valves are good, you'll be fine. But if not, lol, you'll know it

[tur bo]

I have a grill for that Golf, if you want it. Lower strip is even that color.

I had the radiator support too, but got tired of taking it with me everytime I moved. I'm in O.C. if you want it.

[DTolo]

I have a grill for that Golf, if you want it. Lower strip is even that color.

I had the radiator support too, but got tired of taking it with me everytime I moved. I'm in O.C. if you want it.


Cool, pm sent!

Cam came in today along with the Intake valves. Exhaust valves and followers should be in tomorrow. Hopefully I'll get some work done on this thing this weekend.

[huitzi]

Cool, pm sent!

Cam came in today along with the Intake valves. Exhaust valves and followers should be in tomorrow. Hopefully I'll get some work done on this thing this weekend.

:tup:good luck man, i already got my corrado running and put a lysholm supercharger on it. Ill lower it tomorrow

[DTolo]

Ok, so it SEEMS like I have boiled down the problem to the timing. I played with it some more, and was able to take the car out for a few trips around the block. It is still bogging a little if you rev it high and let it fall, but doesn't die. That is also when the exhuast emitts the most smoke.

I believe if I get this timing right, it just might be ready to get smogged. I may attempt driving this thing out in town to the closest shop to see if they can get the timing on point. I don't have a timing light, and this playing with it, and just hoping isn't doing so well, lol.

I am going to be needing a new fuel pump housing and probably pump. I will have to check the Bently to see if I have the 60mm or not, but if I have a smaller pump, would it hurt to go up to the 60mm pump?

[DTolo]

And now it is time to go to Group 5. We'll see what the total comes out to by the time it is ready to be driven daily... currently...

-Tow Dolly $46
-Gas in buddy's Truck $20
-Certified mail of lien paperwork $10
-Licensing/Title $115
-Order #1 from Parts4vws $95
-Order #2 from Parts4vws $73
-Replace Passenger Headlamp (used) $42
-VWVortex'd a power steering pump used for $47
-Oil, Coolant, Sparks Plugs $39
-Driver's side headlight $25 (rcvd and installed)
-Bolt from Lowe's needed for PS Pump tensioner 3$
-Order #3 from Parts4VWs $123
-Hella Smoked Turns $40
-Head Rebuild Order from Autotech and TechtonicsTuning $430
-Replaced the Throttle body $25 shipped
-TB gasket and VW stem caps from Parts4Vws.com $28 shipped
-Oil change, oil, filter, tail light bulbs $30

New Total: $1195

[lbvr6]

I'll cruise up to take a look for you - I'll call if I get lost

[DTolo]

I'll cruise up to take a look for you - I'll call if I get lost

Thanks Bud!

[DTolo]

We look, we drove, it started leaking coolant... I am supposed to go get oil for it, but dunno if I wanna do anything with it at this point.

[boostedMKIV]

Awesome thread man, I'm actually very interested in how this comes along. Looks like a really fun project, and not that expensive either.

Do you plan on doing some performance work after shes running smooth?

[vr6gtiguy]

hopefully she looks like this soon :D

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u202/whitewolf801/The%20GTi/DSC00001.jpg

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u202/whitewolf801/The%20GTi/DSC00004.jpg

oh, an i might be coming across some ronnal turbo wheels, let me know if your intrested and ill pick them up for ya

[DTolo]

I wanna keep the wheels I got on it. I've never seen them on another before and they are in good condition.

At this point I could care less what it looks like if Ican just get it running.

As far as cheap goes... Not that cheap. I'm looking at another good amount of money to get it where it needs to be, plus I don't even know what to fix. The fun is about gone.

[vr6gtiguy]

im jus playin with ya man, if ya need some help shoot me a line

[DTolo]

Ok, so my head rebuild sucked, and now it's time to get it done right. Dropped the head of at Group 5 today to get all internals reworked. New valves, valve seals, keepers, guides, decked, all around machined to be good. Got new ARP exhaust studs to bolt up as well. Lookin into Kevin's advice and possible going down to pick n pull and look for the dual pipe exhaust manifold and downpipe, we'll see.

-Tow Dolly $46
-Gas in buddy's Truck $20
-Certified mail of lien paperwork $10
-Licensing/Title $115
-Order #1 from Parts4vws $95
-Order #2 from Parts4vws $73
-Replace Passenger Headlamp (used) $42
-VWVortex'd a power steering pump used for $47
-Oil, Coolant, Sparks Plugs $39
-Driver's side headlight $25 (rcvd and installed)
-Bolt from Lowe's needed for PS Pump tensioner 3$
-Order #3 from Parts4VWs $123
-Hella Smoked Turns $40
-Head Rebuild Order from Autotech and TechtonicsTuning $430
-Replaced the Throttle body $25 shipped
-TB gasket and VW stem caps from Parts4Vws.com $28 shipped
-Oil change, oil, filter, tail light bulbs $30
-Initial cost of head rebuild at Group5 $300
-ARP headbolts and nuts $55

New Total: $1550

[lbvr6]

made it home I see... The traffic didn't get the best of you

[SYNYSTAGLI]

bro....it's only gonna get better ;) I stopped my tally on my GTI after 2500.00 and I didn't even have the G60 Block/heads/turbo kit. Twas a fun car though and I wish I could have finished her...hopefully the new owner is getting that turbo G60 worked out....

[DTolo]

Went to the Ecology in Chula Vista and they had tons of everything! All I picked up was a Fuel punp housing, and grill, with a busted VW Emblem. Totalled $33 and dealing with traffic...

-Tow Dolly $46
-Gas in buddy's Truck $20
-Certified mail of lien paperwork $10
-Licensing/Title $115
-Order #1 from Parts4vws $95
-Order #2 from Parts4vws $73
-Replace Passenger Headlamp (used) $42
-VWVortex'd a power steering pump used for $47
-Oil, Coolant, Sparks Plugs $39
-Driver's side headlight $25 (rcvd and installed)
-Bolt from Lowe's needed for PS Pump tensioner 3$
-Order #3 from Parts4VWs $123
-Hella Smoked Turns $40
-Head Rebuild Order from Autotech and TechtonicsTuning $430
-Replaced the Throttle body $25 shipped
-TB gasket and VW stem caps from Parts4Vws.com $28 shipped
-Oil change, oil, filter, tail light bulbs $30
-Initial cost of head rebuild at Group5 $300
-ARP headbolts and nuts $55
-Ecology Chula Vista trip $33

New Total: $1583

[B7Hotness]

Good luck on the rebuild, looks like it's turning out to be a nice project!

BTW when you were out at Ecology did you see any MK2 front fenders or bodies with good rear arches? :tup:

[DTolo]

Saw a few good fenders... Almost got myself a set. $37 a piece they said...

Rear arches? You talkin about the fender flares? There were more MK1s and MK2s than I could count. Plenty of stuff for picking, from 8V CIS to 16Vs.

Hell of a drive though. Next time i'll try and hit it up as a group event or something.

[B7Hotness]

Thanks for the tip on the fenders! I'll probably be headiing out there this weekend.

And by arches I mean the actual metal outer arches on the body that'll need to be cut out.

[vr6gtiguy]

hey man, met a dude today. he has tons of mkII stuff. do you need any interior parts? he has a pretty sweet dash, seats, ive got door cards, and the back panels for the 2 door, and a rear hatch cover in really good shape, cut for 6x9's, pm me if ya want any of it, he doesnt want any of it, and i can get it for the best price free!

[DTolo]

Actually, my interior is the only near perfect part of the car. It has been the main reason for keeping it. It is really good condition, minus the hole where a stereo should be. Good lookin out though, thanks!

[B7Hotness]

hey man, met a dude today. he has tons of mkII stuff. do you need any interior parts? he has a pretty sweet dash, seats, ive got door cards, and the back panels for the 2 door, and a rear hatch cover in really good shape, cut for 6x9's, pm me if ya want any of it, he doesnt want any of it, and i can get it for the best price free!

Yeah, good lookin out man! Clean Mk2 parts are gettin harder to come by these days. Do you know if the guy still has the shell and is he partin that out as well?

[vr6gtiguy]

Yeah, good lookin out man! Clean Mk2 parts are gettin harder to come by these days. Do you know if the guy still has the shell and is he partin that out as well?

the shell is already gone, but he knows people, so when i talk to him tomorrow ill have him put out a "all cars bullitin" for MKII parts, hes still got alot of stuff, plastics, fuel injection for a 16v, a couple 1.8L bottom ends, a 16v tranny, and a 8v tranny, both 5speed

[DTolo]

Here are a couple pics of the Grill I picked up from Ecology. Put a little elbow grease into it... It was sun dried, but was only missing two tabs, and I needed something to rock until I could get the Quad Round front end that I want eventually.

Oh, yeah, nevermind the chalk or dustiness on the bumper... My boy, Dominic, went astray with his sidewalk chalk... He hooked up my bumpers with a little chalked pin-stripe-age.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/tinytolo/NewGrill2.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/tinytolo/NewGrill1.jpg

[B7Hotness]

Good find! Grill looks mint. Gotta get myself down to the yards to see what treasures await:)

[DTolo]

Ok update... price update to be included shortly...

Got the head back from Group 5 a week ago, but had problems getting it running after I put it on. Dumb ass me, after "double checking" the timing swore up and down it was on, and didn't know why the car wouldn't start.

Long story short, Kevin came by and we got it running today, no smoke coming outta the exhaust. Kevin reassured me my timing WAS off.

So, now, I am happy it is running today, but not feeling too well, so I am going to work on tuning it properly over the next couple days and taking care of the nickle and dime running issues.

Next report hopefully when I am ready to attempt at daily driving it.

[STATUS]

So are you basically doing a fully ground of build for the most part?

[DTolo]

seems to be the case huh? It wasn't inteded, but now that I got the forums support, who knows what comes next, and next, and next...

[SLOW8vMK4]

13th post down..... http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3316366&page=8

I have a good condition no boken clips grill with all hella working lights. Core support is in good conition just needs to be scrubbed a little. I will not ship unless buyer pays actaull shipping. I paid 170 for it and will sell for $150 and can include a relay harness also. :thumbup:
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y159/cdubvw/100_6353.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y159/cdubvw/100_6354.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y159/cdubvw/100_6355.jpg

Note- this is not my for sale ad, just came across it and thought you might be interested.

[DTolo]

Oh man, seriously contemplating it. I shouldn't be spending the cash right now right now, but.... oh so tempting, and the wife offered to go halfies with me to help me get it....aaaggghhhh....

And, now, for the price update....

The head has been decked, new guides, valve seals, valves, new cam (prev mentioned), and gasket kit. Also rethreaded a few things, and new oil pressure switch.

Also, been piecing together the parts I need for the power windows conversion. At this point, all I need is the relay. I have the regulators, switches, and pig tails for all connectors. Even got the center console with the switches in it if needed. Might go a diff route though.

-Tow Dolly $46
-Gas in buddy's Truck $20
-Certified mail of lien paperwork $10
-Licensing/Title $115
-Order #1 from Parts4vws $95
-Order #2 from Parts4vws $73
-Replace Passenger Headlamp (used) $42
-VWVortex'd a power steering pump used for $47
-Oil, Coolant, Sparks Plugs $39
-Driver's side headlight $25 (rcvd and installed)
-Bolt from Lowe's needed for PS Pump tensioner 3$
-Order #3 from Parts4VWs $123
-Hella Smoked Turns $40
-Head Rebuild Order from Autotech and TechtonicsTuning $430
-Replaced the Throttle body $25 shipped
-TB gasket and VW stem caps from Parts4Vws.com $28 shipped
-Oil change, oil, filter, tail light bulbs $30
-ARP headbolts and nuts $55
-Ecology Chula Vista trip $33
-Group 5 Head rebuild and machining $350
-Power window conversion pieces $160

New Total: $1793

[DTolo]

Oh yes, it is running and doing good. I am going to pull the ISV and clean it out some, and there is still smog to pass. Might be taking a trip down to RPM shortly for a new cat back, what is on there looks to be hurting a bit.

[DTolo]

So, the needs have increased. Broken bolts on the AC Condensor and certain brackets cause the need for an AC delete bracket.

Over heating and fan not switching on unless the blower is on mean, i will probably be ordering new rad fan switch and coolant temp sensor (temp gauge is not moving, aghhhh!!!!!!)

So, anybody with an AC delete bracket for 1.8 8V with Power Steering?

[DTolo]

Got the A/C deleted, and all hooked up. All A/C components under the hood have been removed up to the firewall.

The previous post was the last time the car ran. After installing the Rad Fan Thermo switch, coolant temp sensor and the non-a/c alt setup, the car doesn't wanna start.

I got it to start VERY ROUGH, so then I went to "fix" the timing, and now nothing. How can I mess the timing up? I mean really?

[DTolo]

Ok, so I have been going through EVERYTHING! and I am getting no joy, and no start. I just tried swapping ECUs and nothing. replaced the full throttle switch, nothing. The VERY LAST idea I have is maybe the spark isn't hot enough, and I need a new coil. So, we'll try that next.

I CANNOT FIND THE PROBLEM! WTF?

[Monster8V]

stick with it, I think your in the right direction. Sounds to be ignition related, it could be the coil or the doohicky in the distributor could be taking a dump on you too.

[lbvr6]

I'll let you know when I get my digi car back and we can try some different shit to get that thing going

[DTolo]

stick with it, I think your in the right direction. Sounds to be ignition related, it could be the coil or the doohicky in the distributor could be taking a dump on you too.

The doohicky you speak of I assume is the Hall Sender. All tests say it is doing what it is supposed to, switching, and with the right voltage.

Coil is next as Kevin said he'd help.

[your_blog_sucks]

you are better off finding someone with the same dizzy as yours in a working car and switch it out with yours to see if its the hall sender, as the tests can be a bit tricky.

also coils rarely go bad.


I roll strapped.
jason

[DTolo]

Test the Coil... put the new coil in and...





Nope, no worky. so it is not the coil.
New developments include... I left my multimeter hooked up while trying to start it. ( I always have to jump it, cus the battery is done. And, when I go to start, while it is hooked up to the jumper cables, It'll crank and then drop to 4V. I am thinking the battery is so done that it is acting as a resistor (I know some can do that).

So what's next? Really? Distributor and hall sender?

I just don't understand. Goes from working perfectly, delete all A/C components from engine bay, then NO START, WTF?

[Monster8V]

Have you verified that you have spark?
If the Hall sender isnt working, you wont have spark.

[DTolo]

I have spark.

How much dough would you like to come up to O-side some weekend, or maybe even during the week, eh Shawn? ;)

[Monster8V]

Hmm.....

The Dr. has a new case..... ;)

[Tom (aka Godzilla)]

Have you verified that you have spark?
If the Hall sender isnt working, you wont have spark.

Maybe it's a loose wire on the back of the distributor. ;)

[lbvr6]

Dam, I was hoping for an easy fix. But in the back of my mind I knew it couldn't be that easy

[Monster8V]

Maybe it's a loose wire on the back of the distributor. ;)



You mean the coil. :rolleyes:

[DTolo]

It's gotta be something I am doing wrong, repeatedly... which makes it even more frustrating...

[DTolo]

It's running... I think it was the fly wheel deal Shawn mentioned on the phone....

I pulled everythign and started from scratch, and Voila! IT STARTED!!!

[lbvr6]

It's running... I think it was the fly wheel deal Shawn mentioned on the phone....

I pulled everythign and started from scratch, and Voila! IT STARTED!!!

Bout time!

[DTolo]

Forgot to mention, my tach isn't working anymore... AND I broke off another lug nut from the pass front wheel.

I did get the driver's side power window reg installed and working. Just gotta swap out regs on the pass side and wires from the switch to the door.

[Monster8V]

It's running... I think it was the fly wheel deal Shawn mentioned on the phone....

I pulled everythign and started from scratch, and Voila! IT STARTED!!!



I big SouthPark ---------> Horrray!!!! :tup2:

Cool man, sorry I couldnt make it out there but then again, might have saved my V-10 a 45 min trip!

I can get the lug bolt out. if its not gauled the threads too badly I should be able to extract that and clean the threads.

So it was the ign timming all along? Sweet. Are the flywheel marks off?

[DTolo]

I big SouthPark ---------> Horrray!!!! :tup2:

Cool man, sorry I couldnt make it out there but then again, might have saved my V-10 a 45 min trip!

I can get the lug bolt out. if its not gauled the threads too badly I should be able to extract that and clean the threads.

So it was the ign timming all along? Sweet. Are the flywheel marks off?

I'm going to double check, but I think the flywheel marks were on, and I just had absolutely no clue what "mark" I was looking at on the flywheel.

One of the studs I should be able to get out on my own, I have the extractor bits... but the other, I know it is cross threaded in there pretty bad.

I have a new outlook and hope in life now, it's amazing!:D

*need to do/get:

Fix Tach (I must have pulled a wire or something when I changed the fuse box )
get (missing) one of the four allen head screws for the crank pullies
New Battery
Finish Power window install
New ignition wires

Bigger ticket items
New tails
New Fender side markers
New exhaust piping and muffler
Quad Round Front end (my core support is bent)

Oh, and smogged.

[DTolo]

Ok, so the Wolfie has OFFICIALLY entered full on project status. I have decided it is far too long in the garage to be able to "quickly get on the road" for a daily driver. So, with that said, it will get project replacements. This means, whenever I have to replace something, I will attempt to replace with an upgarade of some sort.

Firs things first. The car is stuck on jack stands until I can get new wheel bearing housings+hubs+bearings, being as the lug bolts like to get siezed into the hub and also because everything in there is so rust ridden.

So I am looking for upgraded (GLI) spindles and upgraded brakes, maybe 10.1" or Girlings off a Corrado.

I also am thinking on polishing the lips on the BBS RSs I bought. Thinking about doing it myself, but not sure yet.

[Monster8V]

Id jut go with stock brakes with good pads and SS lines. The GLI stuff is the same as whats on the car. ;)

Did you want to try and tap the threads first?? Thats should clean them up enough to make them live life to the fullest!

[DTolo]

Id jut go with stock brakes with good pads and SS lines. The GLI stuff is the same as whats on the car. ;)

Did you want to try and tap the threads first?? Thats should clean them up enough to make them live life to the fullest!

I'm thinkin about it, I mean tapping would probably be the cheapest way to go... But, it just looks so horrible in there, lol! My old Rabbit's subframe looked better.

I found a full front kit on my VWVortex WTB thread... http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3598079

And, I'll keep looking for SS lines too. Plus rear disk might not be such a bad idea since I can't figure out how to fix my broken e-brake cables anyways, lol.

Oh, I also thought the GLI and Corrado brakes had a seperate carrier for the calipers as opposed to the GL brakes I have where the calipers bolt directly to the wheel bearing housing.

[DTolo]

What about this set-up? I mean, I would need new bearings sooner or later right? He pm'd me and offered $250 shipped. I am waiting for him to show pics.

http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3595682

[Monster8V]

Thats not a bad deal. What do you have for brakes now? 9.4"? You might need to change the master cyl as well.
Parking brake cables? They dont get fixed, they gets replaced! :)

[SoCal_GLI]

Thats not a bad deal. What do you have for brakes now? 9.4"? You might need to change the master cyl as well.
Parking brake cables? They dont get fixed, they gets replaced! :)


all MkII Golfs are 9.4 including the GTI, although i believe the 91 and 92 16v GTi is 10.1

TinyTolo, to properly do a 10.1 upgrade you will need the 22mm master cylinder as well

[DTolo]

Thats not a bad deal. What do you have for brakes now? 9.4"? You might need to change the master cyl as well.
Parking brake cables? They dont get fixed, they gets replaced! :)

I know that! I have the new cables, but I am not routing the cable correctly or something b/c there always seems to be slack.

all MkII Golfs are 9.4 including the GTI, although i believe the 91 and 92 16v GTi is 10.1

TinyTolo, to properly do a 10.1 upgrade you will need the 22mm master cylinder as well

Yeah, I was seeing that. I've seen the 22mm master cylinders going for pretty cheap.

I was looking up the prices for EBC rotors and Green Stuff pads, and new the rotors and pads alone would be $250 w/free shipping. So, He says they are super low miles, and everything else is already pressed, so, I might go that route. Pick up the master cylinder later. For now, just gotta cough up an extra $250.

[SoCal_GLI]

honestly if you already have rear discs and vented fronts, i doubt you will notice an increase in braking performance.....but it will make swapping up to 11" later alot easier

[DTolo]

AH, Update...

I have all the stuff to replace my oil pan cus it has a dent in it. Just gotta buy the oil to fill back up with.

My right side window reg was busted, so the guy I got them from refunded me the cost of buying another from somebody else, and that regulator is "out for delivery" and should be here today.

I bought a set of Girlings with everything, pressed onto the spindle,, pretty much bolt on and I should be good. I'll need to get a 22mm master cylinder still. I got the Girlings for $175. I've never bled brakes before, so that will be another first.

Currently I have the single outlet toilet bowl down pipe and Exh. Mani. I busted one of the clips putting it back on, so now only one clip is holding it together. I think this is a good excuse to switch over to the dual outlet exhuast mani and Dp with a bolt up flange.

Oh, I still haven't figure out what is wrong with the tach, and I think I need to adjust timing a bit, accelerator response is sluggish.

[DTolo]

Oh yes, just realized...

Those Girlings are NOT going to fit under the 13" rims that are on there now.

So, it looks like the car won't be on the road until I have rubber on the BBSs and spacers to mount them.

[DTolo]

Awesome, Window Reg arrived, but it's THE WRONG REGULATOR!!!

How do you do that? The clips on each reg are all diff colors? Front pass is the brightest, YELLOW! He sent me a grey one... dammit. I might just be going to the Eco lot and pulling one my damn self.

[SoCal_GLI]

im down to roll with you to the Eco lot friday...i need some tidbits for my wagon

[DTolo]

GTG thread for Friday has been created.

[DTolo]

Running total = LOST COUNT
Spent $43 at Eco in Chula Vista:

Dual outlet Exh. Mani and DP (all the way to the flange :) )
Lower Dash Pocket / Fuse panel cover (forgot to grab it last time)
allen head nut for crank shaft pulley (was missing 1 )

Next priority... Spacers then rubber.

[DTolo]

Dropped the RSs off at Jiffy Machine Shop in El Cajon to get redrilled. $125

I don't think I am going to go with Girling 54s anymore after the pair I bought never made it. So, I will just refresh the 9.4s I have, and throw some slotted rotors on there.

[DTolo]

BOTH windows now roll up and down properly! Power window install, CHECK!

I've got a Viper 791xv to put in this thing before I put the dash back together... Hopefully figure out why my tach isn't working too.

[lbvr6]

Nice!!! Can't wait till this thing starts to roll down the road

[DTolo]

Picked up the redrilled BBS RS's. They need rubber, and a fixed front end to put them on ;). One thing at a time.

[BlackSpec02]

cool project, subscribing to follow the progress. Can't wait to see the BBS's on there!


Do you see many newer cars down at ecology in chula vista? I need a couple parts for my 350z.

[GTi_01]

:worthless

[DTolo]

cool project, subscribing to follow the progress. Can't wait to see the BBS's on there!


Do you see many newer cars down at ecology in chula vista? I need a couple parts for my 350z.

I didn't see anything that new.

Yeah, project is slowing down now due to getting ready to buya house, and a rough schedule.

I will get pics in due time. The BBS are nothing special. They have no rubber and are not mounted. Just stacked in my garage.

[SoCal_GLI]

Picked up the redrilled BBS RS's. They need rubber, and a fixed front end to put them on ;). One thing at a time.


whats the matter with the front end?
pm me about the redrill, i gots some ???s for you

[DTolo]

So, I have the pass side spindle pulled... but I broke the Gear puller I was using to press out the bolt that connects the steering rod to the spindle. It popped right off on the ass side. Hmmm...

Any more ideas I could use to pull this thing off? Then I can take my spindles in to get new hubs and bearings... and rotors....

[SoCal_GLI]

so your tie rods are stuck in the knuckles? (you dont have spindles in the front)

lift up on the tierod and hit the knuckle where the bolt goes through with a BFH...its should pop right out, if that doesnt work i have a tierod tool

[DTolo]

so your tie rods are stuck in the knuckles? (you dont have spindles in the front)

lift up on the tierod and hit the knuckle where the bolt goes through with a BFH...its should pop right out, if that doesnt work i have a tierod tool

YUP! What you said! I will try the BFH theory today.


Oh, I got Chinese door handles, but the lever that pushes down on the pass side, is hitting the lock lever... gotta get that figured out later...

[ONEofakindGTI]

not trying to thread jack but hey it cost $125 to get all 4 of your rims redrilled? i have some momo quasars that i may want to get redrilled

[DTolo]

not trying to thread jack but hey it cost $125 to get all 4 of your rims redrilled? i have some momo quasars that i may want to get redrilled

Not a problem bro! :D yea, $125 from a reputable shop.

Jiffy Machine in El Cajon. Across the street from VeeParts. I'd assume it is not just a flat rate though. It depends on the rim, and how difficult it will be to drill. BBS RSs provide a pretty easy platform for drilling.

Oh yeah, they won't quote you on the phone. You gotta bring them in for them to take a look at.

AND they give you a reminder call the day before / day of to pick up your stuff. Pay on pick-up too!

[SoCal_GLI]

YUP! What you said! I will try the BFH theory today.


Oh, I got Chinese door handles, but the lever that pushes down on the pass side, is hitting the lock lever... gotta get that figured out later...


there is a thread on the vortex, that explains how to remedy that, i think they need to be spaced out with washers

[SoCal_GLI]

Not a problem bro! :D yea, $125 from a reputable shop.

Jiffy Machine in El Cajon. Across the street from VeeParts. I'd assume it is not just a flat rate though. It depends on the rim, and how difficult it will be to drill. BBS RSs provide a pretty easy platform for drilling.

Oh yeah, they won't quote you on the phone. You gotta bring them in for them to take a look at.

AND they give you a reminder call the day before / day of to pick up your stuff. Pay on pick-up too!


do they fill in the old holes then redrill new holes? or just redrill?

[vr6gtiguy]

damn man, sounds like the lil MKII is turnin into a thing of beauty. do you need some door cards? i got a near brand new set sitting here, along with one of the pieces that go across the lower dash that has the fuse pannel cover and a lil cubby if you need it. i got an extra insterment cluster also, so leme know.

[DTolo]

do they fill in the old holes then redrill new holes? or just redrill?

The owner of the shop said it would make no structural difference to fill them. So, I left it as a dual fitment situation now. 4x100 and 4x114.3

damn man, sounds like the lil MKII is turnin into a thing of beauty. do you need some door cards? i got a near brand new set sitting here, along with one of the pieces that go across the lower dash that has the fuse pannel cover and a lil cubby if you need it. i got an extra insterment cluster also, so leme know.

Power door cards are on my list ;). They just aren't up there on the priority list....
I have everything for the lower part of the dash, I just need to decide how I want to fill the gap between the center console and lower dash. The console I used to do the custom job on is meant for a kneebar. So i will either put the kneebar back in, or do something creative.

[DTolo]

Ok, update:

Got a new hatch from Steven "VR6-88" in trade for my steelies. It is not T-red, but it is in GREAT shape! I also got his Dual round grill with the lights for a small nominal donation (and he didn't even want to accept that!) Not to mention he delivered it all AND....

Helped me get the D/S knuckle off of the car. So monday, the knucles go in to get made nice and cool!

[DTolo]

The knuckles are at Big Fish Motorsports and hopefully will be ready by the end of the week.

Reports to come as things get done.

[vr6-88]

The knuckles are at Big Fish Motorsports and hopefully will be ready by the end of the week.

Reports to come as things get done.

We are waiting.............

[DTolo]

Got the parts back now have

New:
Vented Rotors
Hubs
bearing kit
D/S tie rod end
nuts and bolts needed to put back on

[DTolo]

Going to head out to the garage today and see how much work I can get done. Just waiting for the wife to get back from grocery shopping. Hope to have some good updates by this evening before i start HW and studying... yes, HW and Studying is my ideal Friday night....

[DTolo]

Knuckles reassembled and back on the car. Need to put the wheels on, drop it, and finish the torque on the axle nuts.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/tinytolo/PsSdinstalled.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/tinytolo/DrSdinstalled.jpg

Oil pan and gasket are next

then finish installing the new hatch

then fix timing

then maybe take a look into the ebrake cable again

I have all the parts for the above.. I just gotta get it done! Anyone bored, feel free to come by and give a hand. Got plenty of Dr Pepper in the fridge ;)

[lbvr6]

Dr. Pepper, who do you think I am!!!

[vr6-88]

Knuckles reassembled and back on the car. Need to put the wheels on, drop it, and finish the torque on the axle nuts.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/tinytolo/PsSdinstalled.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/tinytolo/DrSdinstalled.jpg

Oil pan and gasket are next

then finish installing the new hatch

then fix timing

then maybe take a look into the ebrake cable again

I have all the parts for the above.. I just gotta get it done! Anyone bored, feel free to come by and give a hand. Got plenty of Dr Pepper in the fridge ;)
Looks good Damien. I would come and help if I wasn't so busy this weekend. Weather is eeewwww too.

[DTolo]

Thanks guys! Just got the oil pan on. There were two stripped/cross threaded bolts out of the total, but I think they should be ok. They hold decent torque, but I am not getting a new block so I don't care at this point, lol!

Gotta go buy oil.

[DTolo]

Oil Change.... CHECK
Hatch installed (including all wiring, defrost and lights).... CHECK
Axle nuts torqued (well, estimated. I don't have a 195ft/lbs torque wrench).... CHECK
Timing adjusted.... CHECK

I need distilled water to finish filling my resevoir, already put the G05 in it.
Need to source two lug bolts
Need to put my interior back together
Need to SMOG and finish registration

[Agent Orange]

Uh oh!!! Almost... :tup:

[DTolo]

Coolant is in.... CHECK
I still need lug bolts

My tach and temp gauge is not working. they both worked at one time, but recently are not working.

Any ideas?
I've checked the connection at the bck of the cluster and it seems all well, and can't find any loose wires on the back of the fuse box. hmm...

[Agent Orange]

Check the connection at the trans for tach maybe??? Temp gauge, I had the connection come loose at the sensor before. Maybe that's the culprit...

[lbvr6]

How many lug bolts, stock ones right? Let me know I'll bring them to school

[DTolo]

How many lug bolts, stock ones right? Let me know I'll bring them to school

Just need two... I ended up with 2 new ones, but they don't fit. Iguess they are for the 5X100 size... Just let me know what you want for them!

Right now I am fighting with my Chinese Door handles... P/S is being a real PIA, I just gotta fix the lock cylinder in the D/S... Might go to smog this week.

As far as I know, a broken tach shouldn't matter for smog, but my no worky temp gauge has me worried.

[lbvr6]

pm sent

[DTolo]

Got the Wolfie on the road today. Just took it around the block a couple times. Still getting a little extra comin' out of the exhaust... But I am hoping that is just from it sitting for so long, and it just burning crap off.

So I have the temp..., figured out the problem with the Chinese Door handles (Pass side was meant for a back door, not front) and timing seems to be on. I think I'll try to get the Wolfie to a shop to have it checked with a light and set properly if possible.

Tips for bringing a long sat car to SMOG?

[audiracer2002]

I would call if you don't have the tach working. They may fail you on visual if they want to be difficult. I've ran across shops that didn't seem to care and some that were crazy anal. Otherwise, I'd put some 91 in there and get it nice and hot first and go from there.

[lbvr6]

I would call if you don't have the tach working. They may fail you on visual if they want to be difficult. I've ran across shops that didn't seem to care and some that were crazy anal. Otherwise, I'd put some 91 in there and get it nice and hot first and go from there.

For sure get it hot

[*02DuBIE*]

Wow nice come ups on the dubs guys...my buddy just blw my motor on my mk2 =( and now i have mk2 witha blown 16v in it and dont know what to do invest more money into it or what?

[DTolo]

Wow nice come ups on the dubs guys...my buddy just blw my motor on my mk2 =( and now i have mk2 witha blown 16v in it and dont know what to do invest more money into it or what?

If you want to keep it cus you love it, rebuild a 16V and drop it in. If you want it to be economical, don't bother! Just gimme ur shell instead ;)

[Slapshotnerd]

Tips for bringing a long sat car to SMOG?

get through 4-5 full tanks of gas first. Maybe use some fuel system cleaner and/or do some sea-foam. Then make sure you get through 1 more full tank of gas before going to SMOG it.

If the car isn't registered, then try and at least get through 1 full tank. Fill out the paperwork at DMV and get a 30 day temp permit to pass smog.

[zRockstar]

You need this man... http://www.seafoamsales.com/motorTuneUp.htm Just do it outside of your garage, because it will smoke like no other. Awesome progress so far, but was sad to see the loss of the running total. That was my fav. part, as I am thinking of a similar project.

[GTIcrazy]

There are some crazy videos of a seafoam cleaning on YouTube. If you do it in your neighborhood, do it before people are milling around outside because people will think your car is going to blow up with all of that white stuff coming out of it.

[DTolo]

You need this man... http://www.seafoamsales.com/motorTuneUp.htm Just do it outside of your garage, because it will smoke like no other. Awesome progress so far, but was sad to see the loss of the running total. That was my fav. part, as I am thinking of a similar project.

Yeah, running total, I was said to say I was able to lose count...

The new knuckles rebuild end cost os $385
I dont' know how many oil changes I have done (add oil and oil filter costs)
New Oil pan and gasket (like $29)
Many more man hours than I want to admit to.. (this is my learning car, and trust me, I have learned!)
I don't think I included the cost of the rims (BBS RS 3-pc) $600
+Redrill $125 (and I still don't even have rubber on them.

I have a Viper 791xv that I have been holding on to that will get installed eventually.

Hope that helps ;)


Seafoam, I'll check it out, but it sounds like something the neighborhood will not like me much for, lol.

[DTolo]

Took it driving, not too far but have the following report:

Exhaust is a little thick, but NOTHING like it was before the head rebuild (leaky valves)
Acceleration is a bit sluggish. It will rev up, but it is taking a bit longer than I'd think it should. Seems like it is running a little rich.

I am assuming my timing isn't advanced to where it should be...
Also, in regards to the exhaust smell, I did treat the gas that is in it with "HEET" moisture remover/cleaner... So, I'll check the timing again at some point, and again see how the exhaust smells/looks when I get to burn through this tank of gas and into another.

[lbvr6]

You definitely have to get through that old gas

[your_blog_sucks]

DAMN !!

this thing turned into a moneypit!! reminds me of when I had my nitro RC cars.

Those bbs are sweet, when you gonna post up pictures of them, when its all complete?

Are you gonna put the fat lips and small tires on them?

[DTolo]

Got the tach working... some of you won't believe it, but somebody like Kevin might... I.. uh... er... had the wirings connected backwards on my coil... yeah. I had the red/blk swapped with the blk wires. They were on opposing terminals. I was surprised to find out the car ran and didn't burn anything out!

Now to replace my coolant temp sender (the black one) to get my temp gauge working.

Not sure if I mentioned this before, but the Chinese Door handle isn't working on the Pass side... I know why now. It was meant for a pass REAR door. So, when I have the extra cash, I will look for a Pass side FRONT door and finish that install.

I really need to get my e-brake cable fixed, but I just can't seem to get it to run right (always slack). Someday I'll take it in for that one.

DAMN !!

this thing turned into a moneypit!! reminds me of when I had my nitro RC cars.

Those bbs are sweet, when you gonna post up pictures of them, when its all complete?

Are you gonna put the fat lips and small tires on them?

Yeah, plan is small and slightly stretched rubber for the BBS. Something along the lines of how Manny had his on the old 84' GTi. Lips will remain as they are now, 1".

It will happen in due time. But project has slowed down due to funding. Wife is doing the at home thing for now until the newest little one is ready for day care. Probably won't be till I get back from OCS this summer.

[DTolo]

I think the timing and all is good now, Woot!

Tried to fix a little suspension problem I have... WRONG!!! I need a new suspension for sure! Not need as in to complete the look, but NEED as in mine is SHOT!

See?

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/tinytolo/Bad_Susp_1.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/tinytolo/Bad_Susp_2.jpg

[DanT1.8T]

yuck! That needs to go!

[your_blog_sucks]

hey,

when you took your rear shock apart, you probably forgot/(fell off) to put a small circlip back onto the piston part of the shock, it's very small and holds everything together.

it's under the dust cover
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/tinytolo/Bad_Susp_2.jpg

[DTolo]

Nah... that pic was taken before I messed with anything :)... and I didn't pull it all apart... just tried to see if I could fix the bushing so the shock wasn't poking through into my rear deck trim.

As you can see the bushing is shot.. as is every other part of the suspension.

[DTolo]

OK, today's costs... wait... my post from yesterday is gone... hmm...

Ok, well.. yesterday I spent $80 on a new upgraded oil pump from Group5 and $8 on a new high rpm oil pressure switch (1.8bar).

Today, spent $340 on rubber, and $33 on stud conversion... allowing this to be...

I went with 195/50-15 instead of 195/45-15 b/c they are easier to find and cheaper (let's be honest). I'd rather a more stretched look, but this sticks the closest to the stock overall diameter, and I am content.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/tinytolo/BBS_RS_1.jpg
Yes, the Car and the Wheels need a proper cleaning, thanks for noticing.

SMOG appt tomorrow at 2pm, and take it in to get my ebrake cables put in on Thurs at 8:30am

[lbvr6]

Looks good

[DTolo]

Update:

Odometer is not working... But speedo works just fine.

Still getting the high rpm oil pressure warning once the car is warm. I can't find any oil leaks, but haven't gotten a great look at the back of the block.

I don't think I have put over 500 miles since the head gasket... and I have rev'd it over 4k a couple times. Not for long periods of time or anything, but it has happened.

Hmm.... just hoping the oil light doesn't come on tomorrow during smog.

[immaturegojo]

i dont know if you ordered it or not, but i have a grille and headlamps and core support in REALLY good shape if you want to save some money. PM me if you want.

i just remembered, i also have some stock shocks/struts and springs.

[DTolo]

i dont know if you ordered it or not, but i have a grille and headlamps and core support in REALLY good shape if you want to save some money. PM me if you want.

i just remembered, i also have some stock shocks/struts and springs.

I need a Core Support for round headlamps. If that is the Core support you got, lemme know! Will send you a pm.

[DTolo]

Another $20 later and I have a rear view mirror now :)

Oh, and thinking about switching from 20-50 to 10w30... hmm...

[DTolo]

Failed SMOG.. dang... trying to figure out what is next...

[DTolo]

The car is in pieces again...

gonna miss my 8:30 appt to get my ebrake cables fixed/replaced.

Just tightened the last nut on the new Manifold at 11pm. Still need to cut the old exhuast out so I can mount up the DP up. Looks like I'll be running just the DP until I get to RPM... or I'll figure something out.

[DTolo]

The old Manifold is on the left, the new is on the right.

Just got it on... HOLY SH*T I NEED AIR TOOLS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'm a day behind at least now. Still gotta get the exhuast from the DP back put on! Only problem now is to figure out how I am going to get from my garage in Oceanside to RPM without getting pulled over... Oh yeah, still gotta pick the cat up from Group5. Dang...

[DTolo]

Exhaust installed!

Thanks again Richard's Perfromance Muffler! and Kevin at Group5!

4-2 Manifold from GTi w/ 2-1 Downpipe; Autotech Hi-Flow Cat; 2.25" pipe to a MagnaFlow with a single round chrome tip :D

Oh, still getting the oil light.... dang...

[DTolo]

Did I mention how much I LOVE the sound of the new exhaust? :D

[your_blog_sucks]

I went with 195/50-15 instead of 195/45-15 b/c they are easier to find and cheaper (let's be honest). I'd rather a more stretched look, but this sticks the closest to the stock overall diameter, and I am content.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/tinytolo/BBS_RS_1.jpg



sweet bbs':tup::tup:

check out his thread.......http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3767257&page=1

[DTolo]

SMOG PASSED WITH FLYING COLORS! Woot!!!

Next, the block is likely to come out, or an ABA block on a stand is likely to appear in my garage at some point.

[DTolo]

Got a good few items in today!

REGISTRATION AND PLATES! WOOT! ABOUT TIME RIGHT!?!

My new set of Chinese pull handles (I know have an extra D/S, and a right rear for a 4door) traded some gaskets for them.

New Knock sensor (been running without) $43 shipped

[DTolo]

TITLE IN HAND!!!! WOOT!!!!

Bottom end rebuild will commence in July/August.

[gtiador]

SMOG PASSED WITH FLYING COLORS! Woot!!!

my new mk2 is gonna have to pass in a month or so too..
http://photos-d.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sf2p/v236/66/4/871585412/n871585412_2791995_2427.jpg

keep up the good work man. project's looking great!

[vr6-88]

TITLE IN HAND!!!! WOOT!!!!

Bottom end rebuild will commence in July/August.

Congrats,
It's up and running. Hope you will have lots of fun with it.

[DTolo]

Found a crack in the coolant flange on the front of the head. So ordering that.

-Finished installing the MKIII style (Chinese) door handles.
-Replaced the pivot bolt that connects the power steering pump bracket to the non-A/C bracket. It was broken and missing, likely a reason for belt noise.

Still deciding when, where, and if to get the diagnostics done.

If I can get it to Daily status, I'll keep it. If an offer comes in before then, it'll be sold. I could care less about the condition of the body at this point.

[DTolo]

New VDO Vision series gauges on their way, via the 'Tex.

Oil Pressure
Oil Temp
Coolant Temp
Voltometer

All with 42DD LEDs installed and wiring harnesses. I need to get the senders, but since I got all 4 gauges, with 3 gauge DD panel and wiring kit by 42DD for $100, I don't mind ordering the senders, one by one as I get the dough :)

[DTolo]

Gauges have arrived. Need to order senders.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/tinytolo/Gauges2.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/tinytolo/Gaugesandwiring.jpg

[DTolo]

Gauges installed... Oil pressure, Volt and Water temp. Water temp doesn't have a sender yet, but it is in there. All with MKIV Blue Colormatch LEDs from 42DD.

I am not sure if the Oil Temp will ever get installed. I am not too concerned with it.

I finally hooked the screen up to a DVD player I have had in the garage forever. So that is now working.

I installed the alarm, Viper 791xv, with remote start and more options/expandable capabilities than I'll ever need. Unfortunately, amidst all the new wiring I had for it, I lost the valet/programming switch. So before I put the dash back together I am waiting for the switch to come in the mail. Then the remote start and all will be function checked.

Summary:

Gauges: Installed - missing sender for Water temp
Screen: connected and DVD player installed
Alarm: Fully connected, waiting function check when valet switch arrives.


With that said... I on behalf of project Wolfie will gladly accept any suspension giveaways... Forum Vendors: Got any MKII Suspension stuff you just need to get rid of? ;)

[lbvr6]

With that said... I on behalf of project Wolfie will gladly accept any suspension giveaways... Forum Vendors: Got any MKII Suspension stuff you just need to get rid of? ;)

I may have some stuff in a couple weeks, I'll let you know what I end up with

[DTolo]

I may have some stuff in a couple weeks, I'll let you know what I end up with
:p:german::banana2:

[SYNYSTAGLI]

Glad to see your sticking with the project Damien ;)

[DTolo]

Man on man... After a good test drive today to try and trouble shoot the whining noise coming from the engine (I'm pretty sure it is the timing belt rubbing the back of the crank pulley), I realized on my newly installed Oil press gauge... that the engine IS NOT holding oil pressure. It appears my check of the oil pressure with the pnuematic test gauge did not prove correct, being as I did not allow the oil to reach operating temperature.

I still have no visible oil leaks. So I don't know how I could be losing so much oil pressure. It sucks. Once the block cools I will go out and check the spark plugs to see if any are fouled with burnt oil. Meaning my head gasket job was bad from the start.

This leaves me in limbo again... at this point, if the engine is not buildable, and the body needs work... I may be resorting to a part out. Not to give up, but becuase getting a new shell and a new engine would be pointless if I need both, lol.

So, who knows... I have learned a ton on this car, just never got to feel the accomplishment of driving the thing after.

[DTolo]

Results are in... NO oil foulage at all. Spark plugs actually look pretty good...

Not sure if that is refreshing or frustrating...

I need a beer.

[lbvr6]

what weight oil and what filter is on it?

[Monster8V]

im thinking along the lines of your main and or rod bearings might be worn causing the oil pressure problems. Ive seen it before.

You can change these in the car without removing the motor. Howmany miles on the motor?

[DTolo]

It's got about 160k on it, and it's ready for part out now :)

[DTolo]

im thinking along the lines of your main and or rod bearings might be worn causing the oil pressure problems. Ive seen it before.

You can change these in the car without removing the motor. Howmany miles on the motor?

Months later, but I think I might go ahead and replace the main bearings over the winter break. We'll see what happens.

[DTolo]

I may have some stuff in a couple weeks, I'll let you know what I end up with

So what do you have now that it's been a couple months? lol. Call me sometime when you're not fightin' fires!



Oh yea, I forgot, I completed the alarm install. My valet/program switch came in and I got it all hooked up. Dash is back together, etc...

[DTolo]

Latest Update:

I shouldn't be spending any money on this until the block is rebuilt or replaced, but...

Picked up a round core support for $30 from kyyle_m... so.

Car is dirty, and I am missing the P/S inner light. I also haven't even bothered with the wiring for inners yet. However, the H4s have the hi and lo in one bulb, so, the inners are just cosmetic I guess. So the H4 wiring conversion is done, and all workin'.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/tinytolo/DualRoundInstalled.jpg



Still need to either:

1-replace all seals and bearings on bottom end
or
2-get aba bottom end with oil squirters and begin building that

[kyyle_m]

looking good! and while you were out here i could have sold you one of the inner lights 30 bucks as well.! hella made. haha well looking good and hope it gets all fixed up and running good!

[DTolo]

looking good! and while you were out here i could have sold you one of the inner lights 30 bucks as well.! hella made. haha well looking good and hope it gets all fixed up and running good!

LOL, yea, I was thinking about it! I eyeballed them a couple times... but I'm gonna see how my creative side works... I'm not sure exactly what I would do, but I might wanna get a lil' creative.

[lbvr6]

So what do you have now that it's been a couple months? lol. Call me sometime when you're not fightin' fires!



Oh yea, I forgot, I completed the alarm install. My valet/program switch came in and I got it all hooked up. Dash is back together, etc...

I have some stock suspension you could have. Let me know

Done fighting fires but now I've been working on a couple projects :rolleyes:

[DTolo]

I have some stock suspension you could have. Let me know

Done fighting fires but now I've been working on a couple projects :rolleyes:

I've got to build the ABA bottom end or rebuild the block I have in there before I worry about anything else.