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Offline benji mk2

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engine transplant
« on: 02 August 2004, 16:47 »
I am about to put a mk2 1.8 8v into my mk1 gti. Just wondering if any one had any little bits of advice or tips to give me before I start? I'm new to the whole veedub thing so any info would be greatly appreciated.


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Re:engine transplant
« Reply #1 on: 03 August 2004, 22:34 »
Hi Ben.
Is it a k jet (mechanical fuel injection) mk2 engine or a digifant (electronic fuel injection)?. If it is a k jet it is a straight swap, but you will have to use your mk1 manifolds.
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Re:engine transplant
« Reply #2 on: 03 August 2004, 23:40 »
You will also have to use all the MK1 engine mounts, this includes fitting the one behind the cambelt which the MK2 doesnt have, but the bolt holes are there :)
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Re:engine transplant
« Reply #3 on: 04 August 2004, 08:56 »
Yes its the k-jet! (engine code EV) I assume this means my life will be a bit easier?! Any one got any tips on fitting a new cambelt. I know how to fit it but Im not to sure about setting it up correctly????????? :-[
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Re:engine transplant
« Reply #4 on: 05 August 2004, 14:19 »
Its an easy swap, but remember to fit that mount before you replace the cambelt ;)

If you line up the timing marks you wont have a problem, you could also mark the pulleys (including the aux distributor drive pully)  against the block & head with some tippex, this might make it easier and more visual for you :)
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