Re: [mk2-16v] how do i find out what engine i have?

Also check that the cam sprocket is located in the right place on the cam. If the tooth broke off of the cam gear then it could rotate causing the timing to be incorrect. Did you mention that the cam sprocket had a broken locating tooth? On Feb 29, 2016 7:47 PM, "Chad Rebuck"

Re: [mk2-16v] how do i find out what engine i have?

Changing the cams out will be a waste of time. What did you do to verify the spark plug wire order? Can you take a video of how the car is running? On Feb 29, 2016 7:39 PM, "damac2004" wrote: > i put the techtronics chip back in and put the older throttle body back in >

Re: [mk2-16v] how do i find out what engine i have?

i put the techtronics chip back in and put the older throttle body back in with no changes in how the car is acting. i also checked grounds and ran some extras to the bundle on head, etc. just in case. my issues make for a useless car, no way it could be driven. so my problems seem way

RE: [mk2-16v] Rust Resistance on Restored Fasteners and Metal? (Main Fuel Pump Assembly)

For a HUGE selection of fasteners, as well as just about anything else you can think of, try McMaster-Carr www.mcmaster.com Those guys have more stuff than you can believe. Back in the day of paper catalogs, theirs was larger than a NYC phone directory, or three. I used to spend hours just

RE: [mk2-16v] Rust Resistance on Restored Fasteners and Metal? (Main Fuel Pump Assembly)

Thanks for the tips Jack. I was thinking of using Por15 on the bracket (Por15 seems to have a lot of fans) but I will also look at Rustoleum Hammered. I’ll check my local True Value for their fastener selection. These guys also seem to have retail stores but I have never been to one:

Re: [mk2-16v] Rust Resistance on Restored Fasteners and Metal? (Main Fuel Pump Assembly)

WD40 evaporates quickly but for temporary protection it would suit although I'd use P'Blaster as it leaves a film that does not go away and actually lubricates. That's why it does such a nice job in protecting electrical connections. Rustoleum Hammered would be my choice for the final

Re: [mk2-16v] Rust Resistance on Restored Fasteners and Metal? (Main Fuel Pump Assembly)

Move to California? No, seriously, I use anti seize on the threaded portion of fasteners that I don't want to rust, especially if they are likely to need to be removed for future service reasons. If you're concerned about the heads of the fasteners rusting, before installation, punch holes in a