Local 16v MK1 owner (Maidenhead) required...

[kraM]

Hi

I am in the process of plonking my 16v KR lump into my MK1 (MK2 had a disagreement with a tree ), because my 1600 GTi, although quick , is a nightmare on long distances .

But I have made some rather unusual mods to the engine bay , and would really appriciate having a look under someones bonnet who has already crossed that bridge, before I do and start crying .

There is no rush, as the car is SORN'D and living in the garage, awaiting simple things, like seats...

Thank you


kraM

[JamesW]

Have a word with rubjonny his is in Bracknell & know all this is to know about 16v's.

[rubjonny]

aye I'm in bracknell, what you after?
modded early 16v airbox lower half:


MK2 servo, tank + 16v MC, ABF dizzy cap, dizzy rotated 180 degrees:


overview:

[kraM]

Rubjonny,

Very pretty,  I think I'll have to get mine taxed, then bring it over to you, as it would make life easier with them side by side.

I assume this is the cab you were building when I brought that flange (oo-er) from you last summer?  Did you find out what was wrong with the brakes?

kraM

[rubjonny]

yes indeed! the problem was I fitted the brake servo non-return valve the wrong way round, so no servo assistance 

[kraM]

How long did you pull your hair out for before you discovered it?

[rubjonny]

had a eureka moment that evening after you left! flipped it over in the pissing rain after i checked the correct way to fit it on my MK2