Larry,
I replaced the tranfer pump in my 8V Golf a couple of years ago.
Back then I found the gasket part number had been superceded with part #
6N0-919-133.
IIRC, I could not find an alternate source for the gasket so I got one from
VW for around $17 back in 2009 according to my records.
I got the transfer pump and screen from germanautoparts.com. They sell the
OEM Pump ($70) and an aftermarket version ($43).
They also have the fuel line clamps if you cannot find them locally and
cheaper. http://www.germanautoparts.com/Volkswagen/Golf/Fuel/98/1
I have used this company for years for parts for my A1s and A2s and they
have always been great. Best of all they don't bend you over when it comes
to shipping costs.
Also be careful when tightening the plastic nut that anchors the transfer
pump assembly. If yours is cracked or in bad shape you may be able to get a
new one from VW.
Part# 191-201-375A-01C. The one I got from VW was about $10 back in 2009.
Whatever you do be careful if you have to replace the main fuel pump. The
fuel lines that connect to the main fuel pump and fuel accumulator are
usually rusted beyond hope, break easily and have to be replaced.
Finding replacement lines can be a royal PITA.
How does the inside of your fuel tank look? Are you flushing the tank out to
get the rust/crap out of it?
Good Luck and keep us posted.
Charlie
-----Original Message-----
From: Larry Velez
Sent: Sunday, February 17, 2013 11:29 PM
To: Volkswagen a2 16v discussion list ([email protected])
Subject: [a2-16v-list] Transfer Pump Connection?
Hi all,
As you all know, my 16V has been out of commission for a while.
With much help from Chad from the list, I have been narrowing things down
to fuel delivery. Likely both the transfer pump and main fuel pump seized.
I have removed the transfer pump and confirmed that it was seized. I was
able to free it up after removing a bunch of the fins that had broken off
and were keeping it from spinning. 10+ fin pieces came out by the time I
was done. Mental note: the metal is soft, don't bang it as hard as I did
or you will dent it.
After getting the little fins and one tiny rock out, the pump came to life
with a little puff of dust - once I applied power.
I found that the piece that connects the transfer pump to the housing (what
is this called?) is not in good shape. Is this piece sold somewhere or is
there an aftermarket alternative?
Here are picts of the gremlins and the piece I am refering to:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/gx9d5u1ju0oo1t2/fWoRn5fDGz
Here are picts of me removing the transfer pump:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/4vdx5cvto03n4na/b6HZAEttqk
I will have to replace at least the top rubber gasket, transfer pump filter
and possibly the pump itself and maybe other pieces. Will also need
gasoline submersible hose pieces (does anyone know what sizes they should
be, is there a rebuild kit maybe?) and proper fuel line clamps.
If anyone has any thoughts on how to put the transfer pump back together and
replace the worn pieces, so I can see if the car starts - let me know.
Thanks all, I hope you are all enjoying your 16Vs.
Larry
91 GTI 16V
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