My GTI, 2.0 16v progress...
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My GTI, 2.0 16v progress...
Soo I started stripping the KR that will be going in, all going smoothly except the obligatory knackered exhaust manifold nuts..
Slapped abit of paint on the rocker cover, completely different shade to what i expected (cap showed a darker grey) but carried on anyways, finish isnt too bad to say I did naff all prep and sprayed it all on in about 30mins, but im going to take more time with the inlet as its more in view.
Not sure now whether to get the paint off the ribs (the original plan) or leave it as it is, kinda like the look of it now its painted.
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SDC15289 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
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how the engines looking:
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SDC15293 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
Slapped abit of paint on the rocker cover, completely different shade to what i expected (cap showed a darker grey) but carried on anyways, finish isnt too bad to say I did naff all prep and sprayed it all on in about 30mins, but im going to take more time with the inlet as its more in view.
Not sure now whether to get the paint off the ribs (the original plan) or leave it as it is, kinda like the look of it now its painted.
![](https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7052/6932239255_e41cbb0cd4_z.jpg)
SDC15289 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
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SDC15290 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
how the engines looking:
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SDC15293 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
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First off a set of leds to replace all the crappy little cap bulbs in my instrument panel/gauges/switches so hopefully i wont have to squint to see how fast im going at night.
Also ordered myself a new lock set so both doors and the ignition will be on one key, some heat wrap for my new manifold, a nice new coolant header tank as mine is looking abit yellow.
Need to get myself a proper lifting rig for my crane as the 8v will be coming out weekend after next, Ill also be running up to ECP to grab a load of gaskets and seals for putting the 16v back together and maybe a mk1 diesel rear engine mount if they have one.
Once the 8v is out im going to ditch the battery tray and washer bottle mounting (these are going in the back of the car), change the steering rack mounting rubbers for poly items as itll be easy to get to, give all the engine bay a good clean and paint then itll be time for the 16v to get smashed in
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First off a set of leds to replace all the crappy little cap bulbs in my instrument panel/gauges/switches so hopefully i wont have to squint to see how fast im going at night.
Also ordered myself a new lock set so both doors and the ignition will be on one key, some heat wrap for my new manifold, a nice new coolant header tank as mine is looking abit yellow.
Need to get myself a proper lifting rig for my crane as the 8v will be coming out weekend after next, Ill also be running up to ECP to grab a load of gaskets and seals for putting the 16v back together and maybe a mk1 diesel rear engine mount if they have one.
Once the 8v is out im going to ditch the battery tray and washer bottle mounting (these are going in the back of the car), change the steering rack mounting rubbers for poly items as itll be easy to get to, give all the engine bay a good clean and paint then itll be time for the 16v to get smashed in
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Lookin good mate keep up the good work
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Great work so far Matey! I look forward to seeing the 16v go in
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cheers
So… Ive decided to sack off the 1.8 16v engine… :cry:
Because ive got myself a 2.0 16v to go in
Had abit of time on the golf over the weekend, not as much as i'd hoped to as I spent most of saturday getting my brothers spitfire bodyshell out of the garage and had a big tidy up but it all needed to be done..
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mk1 golf gti 8v banger by gtifanboy, on Flickr
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mk1 golf gti getting there. by gtifanboy, on Flickr
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2.0 16v 6a by gtifanboy, on Flickr
back up on friday to crack on with it again!
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So… Ive decided to sack off the 1.8 16v engine… :cry:
Because ive got myself a 2.0 16v to go in
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Had abit of time on the golf over the weekend, not as much as i'd hoped to as I spent most of saturday getting my brothers spitfire bodyshell out of the garage and had a big tidy up but it all needed to be done..
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mk1 golf gti 8v banger by gtifanboy, on Flickr
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mk1 golf gti getting there. by gtifanboy, on Flickr
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2.0 16v 6a by gtifanboy, on Flickr
back up on friday to crack on with it again!
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I love 16v conversions on these! Hope it goes smoothly
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I love 16v conversions on these! Hope it goes smoothly
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ready for paint ![:)](https://vwgolfmk1.org.uk/themes/default/images/ocf_emoticons/smile.png)
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2.0 16v 6a by gtifanboy, on Flickr
boom
also the inlet and cam cover are done, but im going to wait until its in before fitting them
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2.0 16v 6a by gtifanboy, on Flickr
Also had a go at wrapping up the exhaust, dont know if its enough though i ran out 8O
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SDC15346 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
REEAAAALLLYYYYYY want to get it running this week!
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2.0 16v 6a by gtifanboy, on Flickr
boom
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2.0 16v 6a by gtifanboy, on Flickr
Also had a go at wrapping up the exhaust, dont know if its enough though i ran out 8O
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SDC15346 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
REEAAAALLLYYYYYY want to get it running this week!
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looking great! as you said.. literally in the final stages! good luck with it!
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A few updates, getting closer and closer
some polybush goodness
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SDC15352 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
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SDC15355 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
Got the 16v servo and master cylinder in
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16v servo and master cylinder by gtifanboy, on Flickr
How the engines sitting, pretty much complete now apart from manifolds (inlet in the background), i also got the 8v box and flywheel off the original engine to be put on before it goes in
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SDC15360 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
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some polybush goodness
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SDC15352 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
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SDC15355 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
Got the 16v servo and master cylinder in
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16v servo and master cylinder by gtifanboy, on Flickr
How the engines sitting, pretty much complete now apart from manifolds (inlet in the background), i also got the 8v box and flywheel off the original engine to be put on before it goes in
![](https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7054/7080697621_67972e4fca_z.jpg)
SDC15360 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
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Rebuilt the gear linkage today and clipped the fuel pipes to the engine bay
Gearbox cleaned up (looks the same as before)
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SDC15437 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
Thennn decided to whip the engine of the stand and have a go at fitting the 8v clutch and flywheel, the clutch looks like it hasnt got much left in it, maybe 1mm before the rivets, and been as the car will get some beans im thinking its better to change it now.
What ive got at the moment:
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SDC15439 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
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SDC15442 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
so opinions please
Would a new standard 8v friction disc be up to the 2.0, maybe a few quick starts etc?
orrr I am looking at a new friction disc and pressure plate all together? :neutral:
thanks
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Gearbox cleaned up (looks the same as before)
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SDC15437 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
Thennn decided to whip the engine of the stand and have a go at fitting the 8v clutch and flywheel, the clutch looks like it hasnt got much left in it, maybe 1mm before the rivets, and been as the car will get some beans im thinking its better to change it now.
What ive got at the moment:
![](https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7242/7346074660_7d9b29042e_z.jpg)
SDC15439 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
![](https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7243/7160862379_f8bfb54c57_z.jpg)
SDC15442 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
so opinions please
Would a new standard 8v friction disc be up to the 2.0, maybe a few quick starts etc?
orrr I am looking at a new friction disc and pressure plate all together? :neutral:
thanks
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Paint?
Hi looking good mate! what paint did you use on the manifold???
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Cheers
Just some 'metallic grey' VHT paint came out looking like primer :? until I put a whole can of lacquer on it
Lovely new clutch from GSF
Also picked up a mk2 16v throttle cable and that little seal on the diff, but it was part of a set I dont need
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New Clutch :) by gtifanboy, on Flickr
Stuck the pressure plate on and torqued it all up, flywheel was crappy inside so cleaned it out and left it to dry, tomorrow ill get the gearbox on and maybe get it in the car if it ever stops bladdy raining!!
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Lovely new clutch from GSF
Also picked up a mk2 16v throttle cable and that little seal on the diff, but it was part of a set I dont need
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New Clutch :) by gtifanboy, on Flickr
Stuck the pressure plate on and torqued it all up, flywheel was crappy inside so cleaned it out and left it to dry, tomorrow ill get the gearbox on and maybe get it in the car if it ever stops bladdy raining!!
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Hi fella
Just found your thread whilst browsing & wow - your car is a carbon copy (prior to the engine conversion) of How I'm restoring mine to
ie. Mars red 3 door Gti -full polybushed, coilovers (I've gone for Kw's which are basically the same) & g60 steels
I agree on the the rear antil roll bar clamps being a swine to fit
Just a quick question - how low have you got the coilovers wound down & are you running 45 profile tyres there?
The stance is just how I want mine to look (usable) - looks awesome fella
ps.No spacers used I take it?
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Just found your thread whilst browsing & wow - your car is a carbon copy (prior to the engine conversion) of How I'm restoring mine to
ie. Mars red 3 door Gti -full polybushed, coilovers (I've gone for Kw's which are basically the same) & g60 steels
I agree on the the rear antil roll bar clamps being a swine to fit
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Just a quick question - how low have you got the coilovers wound down & are you running 45 profile tyres there?
The stance is just how I want mine to look (usable) - looks awesome fella
ps.No spacers used I take it?
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Mars red Tin top 83' gti in progress
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Drapoon said
Hi fella
Just found your thread whilst browsing & wow - your car is a carbon copy (prior to the engine conversion) of How I'm restoring mine to
ie. Mars red 3 door Gti -full polybushed, coilovers (I've gone for Kw's which are basically the same) & g60 steels
I agree on the the rear antil roll bar clamps being a swine to fit![]()
Just a quick question - how low have you got the coilovers wound down & are you running 45 profile tyres there?
The stance is just how I want mine to look (usable) - looks awesome fella
ps.No spacers used I take it?
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Good taste
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yeah the tyres are 195/45s no spacers
How the coilovers are at the min:
(was abit lower in the vwfestival field pic but raised it as I had mad tyre rub, never had any arch work tho so it could possible sit that low fine with abit of fettling)
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Back to the matter at hand… THE ENGINE IS INNNNNNNNN
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Sick stance
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Representing 8)
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Sooo happy
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Where I'm at after a bit of time on it today, exhaust manifold on, inlet on, engine and gearbox oil filled up.
One issue ive found is the oil breather nowhere near reaches the inlet pipe.
Also im not sure which fuel metering head to use, would my 8v one be up to fuelling the 2.0?
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SDC15477 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
Im loving the grey either way seeing it going back together makes me
One issue ive found is the oil breather nowhere near reaches the inlet pipe.
Also im not sure which fuel metering head to use, would my 8v one be up to fuelling the 2.0?
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SDC15477 by gtifanboy, on Flickr
Im loving the grey either way seeing it going back together makes me
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