Re: [a2-16v-list] Need a HIPO pressure plate

2003-02-28 Thread Holland Phillips
On Tuesday, Feb 25, 2003, at 20:10 US/Pacific, ranariv...@aol.com wrote: Hey guys, my pressure plates just don't seem to hold up. Little black strap broke again. What are your recommendations? ACT? Clutchmasters? I'm trying not to spend more than 250 bucks. I've been running the ClutchMas

Re: [a2-16v-list] HIPO pressure plate

2003-03-01 Thread Holland Phillips
With the clutch disks, RPM's are the culprit. I've thrown the friction material off a Neuspeed N2 clutch disk, but I tend to shift at well over 7K RPM sometimes. I switched to the ClutchMasters Stage 3, which has a Kevlar friction material on the disk, and no problems. I've heard that the t

Re: [a2-16v-list] Black Headliner

2003-03-14 Thread Holland Phillips
I made a "special" tool from a dinner fork. I removed the center tine with a Dremel tool. You're left with a slot wide enough that it fits around the post of the plugs. Just slide the fork under the head of the fastener, and gently pry upwards. The curve in the fork allows you to pop out th

Re: [a2-16v-list] UPDATE: car runs better once you unplug the DPR??? WTF???

2003-03-30 Thread Holland Phillips
Ouch. Sounds like the ECU might be dead. Check the big connector that plugs into the ECU. Clean the contacts per Alex's instructions, and make sure it's securely plugged into the ECU. It's also possible that the DPR somehow developed a short to ground, which could give you a zero voltage/cu

Re: [a2-16v-list] 16v problems HELP!!!

2003-04-02 Thread Holland Phillips
The first thing to do is dump the ECU fault codes. Depending on your car's date of manufacture, there are two ways to do this. One requires making a simple harness with a momentary switch, LED (and resistor to drop the +12 to +5 vdc, unless you get a +12 LED from someplace like Radio Shack),

Re: [a2-16v-list] Bad fuel accumulator?

2003-07-23 Thread Holland Phillips
You may be barking up the wrong tree, focusing on fuel being the problem. What are you guys running for spark plugs? I've been running NGK BCP6ET's (NGK stock #4563, or Beck Arnley 176-5182) triple electrode plugs, and they seem to really work better than the Beru Silverstones I used before,

[a2-16v-list] Transaxle oil leak

2003-07-25 Thread Holland Phillips
I'm fighting a transaxle oil leak that originates from where the speedo cable goes into the case. I've replaced the seal between the retaining plate and the case, but it still leaks intermittently. It seems to be coming from around the cable housing, but it's hard to tell for sure. Anyone ha

Re: [a2-16v-list] Transaxle oil leak

2003-07-28 Thread Holland Phillips
The gear selector is almost directly above the speedometer cable opening. Is it possible that the selector shaft oil seal is leaking and thus giving the appearance of a leak from the speedometer cable opening? Nope, checked that. Thanks, though, it would be easy to miss... Actually I just ha

Re: [a2-16v-list] Cold Air Intake

2003-08-01 Thread Holland Phillips
Euro Sport is the only tuner that I know of that has a cold air intake for Motronic 16V's. http://www.eurosportacc.com/ You may get the same results with a fully modified factory air box. There's really not much room to run any hoses to a well placed scoop, unless you're willing to give up on

Re: [a2-16v-list] battery cables and such?

2003-08-07 Thread Holland Phillips
If you price the individual components of really high quality, high reliability, high current cables, you'll see that they ain't cheap to make. High strand count (for flexibility) 4, 2, 0 or larger gauge cable with the proper insulation can run 5-10 bucks or more, a FOOT. Then there's the var

[a2-16v-list] Another one bites the dust...

2003-09-10 Thread Holland Phillips
Well, I just discovered that the big assed AC/PS/WP/Alternator bracket on my '92 has cracked. I know it happened within the last month or so, since I've been under the car regularly for other reasons. After all the problems that seem to stem from that bracket, I want to go to the 1.8 16V brac

Re: [a2-16v-list] 1991 Jetta GLi valve cover gasket

2003-09-30 Thread Holland Phillips
On Monday, Sep 29, 2003, at 20:46 US/Pacific, Galen Bergthold wrote: The reason they stop is that the cover itself has little "bumps" at each bolt hole, which prevents you from over-compressing the gasket. But the gasket should squeeze out a little bit. Maybe there are different versions of

Re: [a2-16v-list] WOT switch

2003-10-19 Thread Holland Phillips
By open, I assume you mean the state it's in when the throttle is wide open? If it was in that state, your gas mileage would suck big time, and the mid range and low end would be really flat and sluggish. On Friday, Oct 17, 2003, at 21:17 US/Pacific, John Lagnese wrote: What would happen if t

[a2-16v-list] Fwd: [vr6] FS Jetta 16v 88 golf vr6

2003-11-15 Thread Holland Phillips
This came in off the VR6 engine list. Could be a killer deal... Begin forwarded message: From: "dukkey" Date: November 13, 2003 22:38:06 PST To: v...@yahoogroups.com Subject: [vr6] FS Jetta 16v 88 golf vr6 I am moving out of state and must sell my toys. I have a 90 jetta gl w/2.0 16v and an

Re: [a2-16v-list] testing the 16v list

2006-03-20 Thread Holland Phillips
Still here, Chad. Do I need to update the DNS servers at a2-16v.com? --Holland h...@pacbell.net On Mar 20, 2006, at 10:22 AM, Chad Rebuck wrote: The list is still around but it only gets an email or so each month. I wonder how many people of the 100 or so signed up actually see the email

Re: [a2-16v-list] No brakes

2006-03-21 Thread Holland Phillips
Actually, there were two types of rear calipers used on A2's. They changed to the "new style" calipers sometime in 1988, VIN dependent. The primary difference between the two is the parking brake mechanism. Both types of calipers are cast steel. The aluminum A4 type rear calipers are a

Re: [a2-16v-list] No brakes

2006-03-22 Thread Holland Phillips
Mark, I recently put Wilwoods on the front of my GTI. I used 4 piston Forged Billet Superlight calipers, P/N 120-8464-R & -L, with adapter brackets I got from Precision Brake in Ashland, OR. They're on 12.19" ULP drilled & slotted 2 piece rotors, and I'm currently running Polymatrix BP-10 pa

Re: [a2-16v-list] No brakes

2006-03-23 Thread Holland Phillips
With the 12.19" rotors I have, 16" wheels fit (at least BBS RC's) without any problem. --Holland h...@pacbell.net -Les -Original Message- From: a2-16v-list-boun...@mail.a2-16v.com [mailto:a2-16v-list-boun...@mail.a2-16v.com]On Behalf Of Mark Stanton Sent: Wednesday, Mar

Re: [a2-16v-list] And to keep it 16v related...chew on this stuff..

2006-03-24 Thread Holland Phillips
Whoa, now! Tubular a-arms, individual TB's, and, DRY SUMP?!?! Holy ALMS, what the hornk are you building, something to take on the 24 hours of the 'Ring? --Holland h...@pacbell.net On Mar 23, 2006, at 7:50 PM, Josh wrote: some things I have going on.. oh, and I might be purchasing a hous

Re: [a2-16v-list] Need a transmission - recommendations please

2006-09-20 Thread Holland Phillips
Hey Les, Yeah, it's been a little slow on the old list lately. How much power do you anticipate putting down with the new motor? If you're going with the stock 134 bhp, or a little more (no more than around 150-160 bhp), I'd start with a 2Y, which will give you the larger input shaft (requ

Re: [a2-16v-list] Injectors

2006-09-21 Thread Holland Phillips
Yep, Ricky is correct. The CIS-E injectors have M12x1.5 threads, and the Motronic injectors are M10x1 threads. The visible difference is the CIS-E lines are flexible and have a braided stainless jacket, and the Motronic lines are a combination of black hard lines and rubber fuel line. I *t

Re: [a2-16v-list] my car was full of water

2006-10-10 Thread Holland Phillips
On Oct 9, 2006, at 10:48 PM, Chad Rebuck wrote: I am almost motivated enough to install my megasquirt fuel injection Megasquirt, eh? Well that brings up a whole bunch of questions: What are you going to use for injectors? Fuel rail? BBM or 034EFI? Fuel pump? FPR? What about ignition, are yo

Re: [a2-16v-list] my car was full of water

2006-10-10 Thread Holland Phillips
On Oct 10, 2006, at 12:12 PM, DocWyte wrote: No timing belt cover?! How does that: a: Affect emissions b: Affect the way the car runs c: Affect the way the car sounds d: Affect anything about the car Well, it would seem that as part of the Federal funding that S.J.P.D. received to enforce

Re: [a2-16v-list] No power/low end on new 2.0

2006-10-22 Thread Holland Phillips
You don't say, but I assume you're talking about a 9A 2.0l 16V? If so, it sounds like you may have the intake to exhaust cam index screwed up. Moving the timing belt up and back a tooth wouldn't help that scenario. To check, pull the valve cover (I know that's a pain because the intake has

Re: [a2-16v-list] No power/low end on new 2.0

2006-10-23 Thread Holland Phillips
On Oct 23, 2006, at 2:41 AM, stevenargue...@optonline.net wrote: Yeah I thought of that. It was exact, both marks facing each other. But what if the TT mark is off. I'll pull the cover and check anyway. How do you pull the retaining caps? There's two studs with nuts per cap. Just loosen th

Re: [a2-16v-list] No power/low end on new 2.0 Once again

2006-10-30 Thread Holland Phillips
What are you running for ignition, CIS-E or Motronic? Assuming it's CIS-E, you need to check to see if the RPM dependent ignition advance is working, and then the vacuum advance, in that order. This can also determine if there's a problem with the knock sensors or their control unit. Follo

Re: [a2-16v-list] replace air box on 90 16v w/ digifant top half?

2006-11-13 Thread Holland Phillips
The Digi air filter is the same as the Motronic filter, if that helps. The CIS-E filter is different. Or to put it another way, yes the Digi top half should work as a filter housing. What are you doing for air flow metering, using the mechanical MAF from the Digifant system, converting to

Re: [a2-16v-list] 16v running on megasquirt

2006-12-03 Thread Holland Phillips
Chad, Looking good, dude! Got a few questions for ya: Why the Passat slush box T.B.? Does it have a "real" TPS, or something? What kind of fuel pressure are you running? Are you running just the factory main and transfer pumps? You say the 42 lb. injectors are over 2x to big. How are you

Re: [a2-16v-list] Mis-fire from idle...

2006-12-26 Thread Holland Phillips
O2 sensor? Have you checked the DPR current? Do the symptoms change as the engine warms up? Check the idle micro switch on the throttle body. It should open as soon as you crack the throttle slightly. Those are the first things that come to mind. Lemme know how it goes... --Holland h...@p

Re: [a2-16v-list] Mis-fire from idle...

2006-12-27 Thread Holland Phillips
On Dec 26, 2006, at 4:39 PM, Steven Arguello wrote: Cold Running Enrichment, Cold Acceleration Enrichment? Since my problem gets better as it warms up the problem my guess it has to be DPR related. Right? I thought DPR amperage was the lower the richer Nope. Other way around. More curre

Re: [a2-16v-list] Mis-fire from idle...

2007-03-14 Thread Holland Phillips
Since the dizzy, rotor and cap are new,I have to check and fix injectors ignition timing DPR setting spark plugs cables Not sure what order. I'd start with the injectors first - I purchased a used, balanced set from Marren Motorsports for the racecar. While you probably don't need th

Re: [a2-16v-list] Undercoating Removal

2007-03-16 Thread Holland Phillips
Matt, The wire wheel method will work ok, but will take forever. I'd first try a little chemical persuasion. Go to your local home center (Home Depot, Lowes, yadda yadda) and hit the paint department. Look for products by Jasco. They make various types of chemical strippers, which really

Re: [a2-16v-list] Almost Race Season

2007-04-05 Thread Holland Phillips
Ah, success! Nice wheel well... What spring rate are you running on the front Ground Controls? From the size of the spring wire, I'd say they're up in the 500 in/lb range, right? And is that an old Revolution wheel I see? --Holland h...@pacbell.net On Apr 4, 2007, at 7:14 PM, Matthew Yi

Re: [a2-16v-list] brake pads for street, that can stand up to occasional track use

2007-04-23 Thread Holland Phillips
When you say "OEM lighter calipers", do you mean aluminum 1J0 615 423/424 D calipers from a Mk 4? If so, are they truly a bolt on, or do they require adapter brackets? --Holland h...@pacbell.net On Apr 23, 2007, at 6:12 PM, Galen Bergthold wrote: I recently put a set of Akebono pads on the

Re: [a2-16v-list] brake pads for street, that can stand up to occasional track use

2007-04-23 Thread Holland Phillips
ent to the caliper. The e-brake cable has to be re-routed slightly as the lever that the cable attaches to is on the side of the caliper rather than the bottom. Not a problem as the existing cable should have enough length. GBergthold From: Holland Phillips To: "Galen Bergthold&qu

Re: [a2-16v-list] Adding Lightness

2007-04-24 Thread Holland Phillips
24lbs. per corner? Was that all wheel and tire, or are there some titanium rotors, hubs, or wheel bolts/lugs/nuts in the mix? I suppose if the stock R32 wheels are REALLY heavy, along with the stock tires, and you went to a set of Volk's with the lightest tire you could find, you might dump 24

Re: [a2-16v-list] Adding Lightness

2007-04-24 Thread Holland Phillips
That can't be with stock motor and drive train, can it? Road&Track has the R32 running 14.1/99.2. The rule of thumb is 100lbs/tenth or 10hp/tenth. So, 200lbs = .2 (maybe a little more, since a lot of it was unsprung), then you must have tweaked the motor to the tune of +70-80hp. Lemme gue

Re: [a2-16v-list] speedometer, speed sensor - failure?

2007-05-04 Thread Holland Phillips
Chad, The speedometer is driven directly by the speedo cable regardless of whether the car has cruise control, or not. The speedo cable drives the speed sensor mechanically, along with the speedometer itself. The speed sensor converts the mechanical rotation of the speedo cable to a voltag

Re: [a2-16v-list] speedometer, speed sensor - failure?

2007-05-08 Thread Holland Phillips
o the back of the speedo. Ricky - Original Message - From: "Holland Phillips" To: "Chad Rebuck" Cc: "a2-16v" Sent: Friday, May 04, 2007 7:41 PM Subject: Re: [a2-16v-list] speedometer, speed sensor - failure? > Chad, > The speedometer is driven dir

Re: [a2-16v-list] tire pressures for the track

2007-06-30 Thread Holland Phillips
Chad, Without knowing what your suspension setup is (both hardware and geometry), including wheel width and offset, I'll give you a couple of "rules of thumb". With front wheel drive, you generally want a 5 psi spread front to rear (+5 psi in the front). If possible, replace the air in the t

[a2-16v-list] Parts4vws.com and Parts4Audis.com - A2 Front Motor Mount Bracket

2007-11-11 Thread Holland Phillips
Something like this? Product Detail A2 Front Motor Mount Bracket Fits all A2 with Hydro front mount. Also used to convert 85-89 non- hydro front mount(That is obsolete)to Hydro style. Part Number:191199273C Category: OEM(1)-Engine/Clu

[a2-16v-list] Parts4vws.com and Parts4Audis.com - A2 Front Motor Mount Bracket

2007-11-11 Thread Holland Phillips
Um, I mean go here... http://www.parts4vws.com/catalog/product_detail.asp?PartNumber=191199273C __ Holland J. Phillips Industrial Business Technologies holl...@ibtech.us (714) 442-2496 ext. 13

Re: [a2-16v-list] server for the a2-16v list is back online

2009-02-17 Thread Holland Phillips
Yup, still here. Good to hear from ya! ___ Holland J. Phillips h...@pacbell.net (408) 923-8319 San Jose, CA On Feb 17, 2009, at 2:03 PM, Chad Rebuck wrote: The mail server has been disconnected for the last few months and I assume nobody has missed it :) I haven't driven my turbo

Re: [a2-16v-list] server for the a2-16v list is back online

2009-02-20 Thread Holland Phillips
Zero. Some or all the intakes will be bent. ___ Holland J. Phillips h...@pacbell.net (408) 923-8319 San Jose, CA On Feb 20, 2009, at 6:01 PM, Steven Arguello wrote: PS What are the chances I didn't bend any valves?

Re: [a2-16v-list] Never got my stock CIS-E to work right

2009-02-26 Thread Holland Phillips
Either that or possibly mismatched ECU and knock sensor control unit. You need to make sure that the ECU part number/code and the K/S/C/U part number are from the exact same year/engine code and not one or the other from an A/T car, or different year/engine code (PF/9A etc.). Just a though

Re: [a2-16v-list] Never got my stock CIS-E to work right

2009-03-01 Thread Holland Phillips
s swapped all kinds of boxes around before without any change. The best fix that me and my buds found is to ditch that CIS-E crap and go Megasquirt b/c CIS- E is just plain junk. When I get my Megasquirt system running on my 2.0, I'll smoke your car on the street" Sorry - I digres

Re: [a2-16v-list] Head Gasket 1.8 head on 2.0 block?

2009-04-07 Thread Holland Phillips
2.0 since the pistons are larger. ___ Holland J. Phillips h...@pacbell.net (408) 923-8319 San Jose, CA On Apr 7, 2009, at 9:14 AM, Steven Arguello wrote: Which head gasket set should I get 1.8 or 2.0? Steve ___ a2-16v-list mailing list a2-

Re: [a2-16v-list] CIS-E or Motronic Control Units?

2009-04-07 Thread Holland Phillips
Steve, The ECU p/n 811 906 264F is for engine code "PL". I was unable to find the application for the knock sensor, 811 907 397E. It is NOT for engine code "PL", or "9A", nor anything from '89 through '98. Try calling your local dealer parts dept. and asking them to look up the application for

Re: [a2-16v-list] Pulling engine

2012-11-12 Thread Holland Phillips
Thanks Matthew. That tells me what I need to know. I was planning on removing the hood anyway, since it gives you all the access you need and more, and I do have AC. I am going to remove the AC pump from the engine, and see if I can get away without breaching the system, mainly since I would h

Re: [a2-16v-list] Transfer Pump Adventure

2013-02-24 Thread Holland Phillips
Hilarious as usual Matt On Feb 18, 2013 2:49 PM, "Matthew Yip" wrote: > No one seems to understand the mechanics of the power-to-weight ratio but > that's half the fun. I've been at track events with my 123hp 1.8l 16v and > have been known to abuse E36 M3s and even the occasional C5 Corvette

Re: [a2-16v-list] Transfer Pump Adventure

2013-02-24 Thread Holland Phillips
Hilarious as usual Matt ... On Feb 18, 2013 2:49 PM, "Matthew Yip" wrote: > No one seems to understand the mechanics of the power-to-weight ratio but > that's half the fun. I've been at track events with my 123hp 1.8l 16v and > have been known to abuse E36 M3s and even the occasional C5 Corvette

Re: [a2-16v-list] CIS-e injector part number?

2013-03-08 Thread Holland Phillips
Steve, When I get my computer back up I'll see if ETKA is still there and check for you. Brake lines? We're talking your life! ~Holland On Mar 8, 2013 3:57 PM, "Steven Arguello" wrote: > I searched my mailbox and no luck, Holland especially if you have it, > that'd be great... I found bosch pa

Re: [a2-16v-list] CIS-e injector part number?

2013-03-08 Thread Holland Phillips
taking the time to run them > nice & neat. I like to get the coated brake lines so they will last longer. > > --- On Fri, 3/8/13, Holland Phillips wrote: > > > From: Holland Phillips > > Subject: Re: [a2-16v-list] CIS-e injector part number? > > To: "Volkswa

Re: [a2-16v-list] dumb 16v cat question

2014-07-03 Thread Holland Phillips
As I recall, the O2 sensor points at about 4 o'clock when viewed from the rear, or 8 'oclock if viewed from the front. And just to be clear, the O2 is before the cat. ~Holland On Jun 27, 2014 2:06 PM, "Steven Arguello" wrote: > The drawings in the Bentley are ambiguous, and I have no reference

[a2-16v-list] Need Help!

2014-07-31 Thread Holland Phillips
Hi guys, I feel I've know some of you for over ten years. For, by far, most of that time, I was working as an Engineer, with no financial worries. Unfortunately, largely due to circumstances beyond my control, I find myself homeless, broke, and in poor health. I have been living in the streets o

Re: [a2-16v-list] The End of Shifting

2014-08-29 Thread Holland Phillips
I learned when I was 2 years old on my Grandfather's old. Ford farm tractor. :-) ~Holland On Aug 29, 2014 6:39 AM, "Larry Velez" wrote: > I am sure you all are reading in the various car rags how Porsche seems to > be abandoning the manual gear box with the latest GT3. Ferrari only sold > 1% of

Re: [a2-16v-list] The End of Shifting

2014-08-29 Thread Holland Phillips
I agree with Les on the Missing Links shift kit. I went to the guys house in Santa Clara to pick mine up. Got some Teflon and HDP bushings for other spots in the linkage as well. ~Holland On Aug 29, 2014 9:03 AM, "Les Noriel" wrote: > I learned to drive a stick shift on a 1972 VW Squareback. T

Re: [a2-16v-list] Spotting and Preventing Rust?

2014-09-03 Thread Holland Phillips
Check out www.por15.com. I've used this stuff, and it really sticks to rusty surfaces, and provides a very tough coating. ~Holland On Sep 3, 2014 9:09 AM, "Larry Velez" wrote: > Hi 16vers, > > My GTI spent most of its life in the northeast, now she sleeps in the > SouthEast (which might have

Re: [a2-16v-list] The End of Shifting

2014-09-03 Thread Holland Phillips
The other day, I saw what I think was a Mk6 R32. Had large twin center exhaust. Did VW make/import a Mk6 R32? ~Holland On Sep 3, 2014 1:33 PM, "Walz, Jesse" wrote: > I think VW is trying to appeal to the enthusiast. The new golf R will > make just under 300 HP and VW is hinting at a factory 4

Re: [a2-16v-list] value of 020 transmission cases

2014-09-04 Thread Holland Phillips
In San Diego, aluminum cans go for $1.79/lb. Not sure if cast al would be the same. ~Holland On Sep 4, 2014 6:24 AM, "Chad Rebuck" wrote: > I have been cleaning stuff from my garage lately and decided to get rid of > the two 020 transmission cases that have been on the shelf for years. All > t

Re: [a2-16v-list] The Story of WD40

2014-10-27 Thread Holland Phillips
The U.S. Marine Corps used WD-40 as floor polish. On Oct 27, 2014 7:11 AM, "Larry Velez" wrote: > As our cars age, we will be using more and more chemicals to treat, > repair and prevent. > > Ran across this tidbit this morning: > > "In the 1950's Dr. Norm Larson started a company call Rocket Ch

Re: [a2-16v-list] Rust Repair and Prevention

2014-12-17 Thread Holland Phillips
I second Matthew's praises of POR-15. I used it pre emptevily on the battery tray, as well as other places of my '92 GTI 16V. The stuff gets hard as nails once it cures. A trick to accelerate the cure rate of POR-15 is to mist the coated area with water. Due to this fact, it is critical to carefu

Re: [a2-16v-list] Preffered Gasoline for our 16vs?

2015-01-07 Thread Holland Phillips
In CA, all we've had for like 35 years is 92. I always have used Chevron. I know that Sunoco has/had 93, but Sunoco doesn't exist on the west coast. With the stock CR of 10:1, there's not much to be gained by using over 92 anyway. I have tried using octane boosters, and am pretty sure any perceived

Re: [a2-16v-list] Preffered Gasoline for our 16vs?

2015-01-08 Thread Holland Phillips
In a word, yes. ~Holland On Jan 8, 2015 11:01 AM, "Larry Velez" wrote: > So does this mean I should be looking around for a source of > 'Ethanol-free' gasoline for my 91 GTI 16V? > > I am still dealing with the bad side effects of gas going bad from > sitting. Want to avoid that happening agai

Re: [a2-16v-list] Preffered Gasoline for our 16vs?

2015-01-08 Thread Holland Phillips
As usual Matthew, we seem to think alike. I've been using STA-BIL for ever. I have no idea how much trouble it has saved me from, but for the cost, it's worth every penny! ~Holland On Jan 8, 2015 11:17 AM, "Matthew Yip" wrote: > Doh - forgot to include the link but you can find this stuff at you

Re: [a2-16v-list] Bit Set

2015-02-19 Thread Holland Phillips
Bondhaus. Unless you want to go Snap-On... ~Holland On Feb 19, 2015 9:04 AM, "Larry Velez" wrote: > Hi 16vers, > > What brand Hex bit sets do you guys like that don't strip things and do a > good job? Need to get a good set before I strip something.. > > What other bit sets do you find handy t

Re: [a2-16v-list] Bit Set

2015-02-19 Thread Holland Phillips
em as you bust 'em. But that doesn't always mean much after you've trashed a critical fastener at the 11th hour before a race. With tools, possibly more than with other things in life, you get what you pay for. ~Holland On Feb 19, 2015 9:08 AM, "Holland Phillips" wrote:

Re: [a2-16v-list] fixing a water leak in trunk area

2015-03-04 Thread Holland Phillips
Okay Chad, what exactly would you like to argue about?😀 ~Holland On Mar 4, 2015 11:47 AM, "Chad Rebuck" wrote: > Usually after a few hours of rain I would often find water pooled in the > trunk of my Jetta. I took the carpet out many years ago so this wasn't a > big deal. I would just put a to

Re: [a2-16v-list] fixing a water leak in trunk area

2015-03-08 Thread Holland Phillips
in a local salvage yard and I collected complete door and rear > hatch seals. But I'm still in search of rear side window seals. > > > The 16V seems a bit neglected of late as I've been distracted with the > other cars in my garage so Ive not been able to spend much time on the

Re: [a2-16v-list] fixing a water leak in trunk area

2015-03-08 Thread Holland Phillips
Oh, and Les, where did you find a 1997 Rabbit? ~Holland On Mar 8, 2015 6:54 PM, "Holland Phillips" wrote: > There is a company www.steelrubber.com which may be able to make rubber > seals for the Mk2 VW's upon request. Their website only lists seals for > American i

Re: [mk2-16v] Idle evens out once warm. Motronic

2015-04-14 Thread Holland Phillips
That's what I used to do. At some point, I acquired an assortment of the various types of individual contacts for the electrical connectors on my '92. I had the proper extraction tools for the various types as well. The connectors which VW used on the Mk1& 2 cars were really problematic. With the a

Re: [mk2-16v] Idle evens out once warm. Motronic

2015-04-14 Thread Holland Phillips
It's possible that the connection to the DPR has finally degraded to the point where wiggling it no longer affects its operation. At one point when I was having charging issues, I ended up swapping the regulator for a new one which didn't solve the problem, so I swapped it again for a old spare I h

Re: [mk2-16v] Idle evens out once warm. Motronic

2015-04-15 Thread Holland Phillips
Ok, here's what's SUPPOSED to happen: When you turn the key on, the bulb in the dash should light. When you turn the key to start, everything goes dark. Once you release the key and the engine is running, the alternator bulb should remain out if it is charging normally. If the bulb illuminates, the

Re: [mk2-16v] Tire Pressure Gauges?

2015-05-04 Thread Holland Phillips
I have had a plethora of tp gauges over the years. Both analog and digital. All cost $50 or less. The most recent was a programmable one from the Tire Rack for under $20. It was my favorite. More accurate than the analog types (+- .5psi), more compact, had a built in LED light, which was really han

RE: [mk2-16v] Tire Pressure Gauges?

2015-05-05 Thread Holland Phillips
recommendations for Milton analog > gauges ($10-20 on Amazon) > > > > I think I will get one of these Milton analog ones and also a digital one > to look at the seamingly accurate LCD numbers… until it dies of course. > > > > -Larry > > > > *From:* mk2-16v@go

Re: [mk2-16v] ETKA?

2015-05-06 Thread Holland Phillips
I had what, back in the day, was called a "cracked" copy of ETKA. It only ran on Windows XP, and required changing a couple of system files in Windows in order for it to run. I found it to be a invaluable tool for looking up part numbers, viewing exploded assembly drawings, and checking out VW mode

Re: [mk2-16v] ETKA?

2015-05-06 Thread Holland Phillips
Actually Les, you can run an old version of ETKA on your MacBook. Assuming that is, it's a newer version with a Intel processor. You create a bootable partition on the hard drive/SSD, install Windows XP, over write the appropriate DLL files, and install a unlocked copy of ETKA. I did this on my fir

Re: [mk2-16v] Dry Ice Smoke for Vacuum Leak Test?

2015-06-08 Thread Holland Phillips
The "smoke" itself is unlikely to damage any components. The only risk is direct contact with plastics. And that would require somewhat lengthy contact. The possible effect would be causing the plastic to become brittle and fracturing. Overall, I don't see much risk. The problem with using dry ice

Re: [mk2-16v] Dry Ice Smoke for Vacuum Leak Test?

2015-06-08 Thread Holland Phillips
Oops, I meant to say that the direct contact with the dry ice itself may potentially be harmful to plastic components. ~Holland On Jun 8, 2015 6:45 AM, "Larry Velez" wrote: > I am working on a DIY vacuum leak smoke tester. > > My theory is to use dry ice as the smoke, like this: > *https://www

Re: [mk2-16v] This says it all!!!

2015-06-21 Thread Holland Phillips
Oh, man! I was just thinking about that the other day. Here around San Diego, it seems that just about every male from 8 to 50 wears their drawers down around their knees. I don't get it!!?? Especially the ones that are middle aged...😨 ~Holland On Jun 21, 2015 8:39 AM, "Jack Simon" wrote: > -- >

Re: [mk2-16v] RE: Cordless Impacts?

2015-08-12 Thread Holland Phillips
Personally, I always went with either Bosch or Milwaukee. I did a lot of research prior to making purchases. I was always pleased with the performance and reliability of either brand. ~Holland On Aug 12, 2015 8:31 AM, "Larry Velez" wrote: > While I am at it, what brands/models do you guys use/l

Re: [mk2-16v] Last Mk2 16V?

2015-08-15 Thread Holland Phillips
My '92 had to be getting close to the end of production, at least for US vehicles produced in Mexico. I would imagine that there is a way to do a VIN search, at least for cars originally sold in the US. At least we know the last Mk2 in the US has to be a '92, since all '93 forward are Mk3's. And as

Re: [mk2-16v] Air Conditioning?

2015-08-27 Thread Holland Phillips
Hmm, does anyone know if R12 has been completely banned in the US? The last time I had the AC on my '92 here in California, R12 was still available, but it was something like $200+/pound. Fortunately, I had only a tiny leak in the system, and the machine that they used to evacuate the system actual

Re: [mk2-16v] Parts as these cars age

2015-09-25 Thread Holland Phillips
The reasoning behind the availability of reproduction parts for classic American cars is, of course, money. An original '69 COPO Camaro can sell at auction for well into the six figures. You can build a virtually brand new one from repro parts (there is a company that sells complete brand new '69 C

Re: [mk2-16v] Diesel & EPA Issue

2015-09-28 Thread Holland Phillips
I just read an article regarding this issue. The issue was first uncovered by a small laboratory in Virginia. They were conducting some random testing unrelated to the EPA. At first they thought there had to have been some flaw in their testing. They retested the vehicles in question two more times

Re: [mk2-16v] Tire Rack + mount and balance tires locally... worth it?

2015-11-09 Thread Holland Phillips
Two words - shop around. I've had it go both ways. I used to have a place I always used for mounting/balancing and alignment, because they had the latest top of the line equipment, and were racers. Sometimes they had tires I wanted for less than The Rack, but usually The Rack had the better price.

Re: [mk2-16v] How to open rear hatch?

2015-11-09 Thread Holland Phillips
Les, If I recall correctly, you can remove the plastic trim from the inside of the hatch, which will allow you access to the lock mechanism. I think you need the star type Allen tool to work with the fasteners. I may be wrong here, since its been a while since I've messed with that portion of the c

Re: [mk2-16v] Tire Rack + mount and balance tires locally... worth it?

2015-11-09 Thread Holland Phillips
I forgot to mention that I used a rare and difficult to find size of tire - 215/40-16. I'm not sure anyone is even making that size anymore. ~Holland On Nov 9, 2015 16:49, "Les Noriel" wrote: > From my experience, Tire Rack always had lower prices on the tires than my > local shop. What had to b

Re: [mk2-16v] Tire Rack + mount and balance tires locally... worth it?

2015-11-09 Thread Holland Phillips
Cummudgwho? ~Holland On Nov 9, 2015 20:44, "'Matthew Yip' via MK2-16v" wrote: > Ironically I've been tempted by but have never used Tire Rack. My local > tyre shop supports all sorts of local car clubs which is a rarity these > days especially with the big name tyre chains taking over the market

Re: [mk2-16v] Removing Main Fuel Pump Connector

2015-11-10 Thread Holland Phillips
As I recall, there should be two copper washers that go on each side of the banjo fitting, one between the fitting and the pump, the other between the head of the bolt and the fitting. Always use new copper washers, and be careful to not over tighten the bolt. You just want to slightly compress the

Re: [mk2-16v] Reproduction for Fuel Pump Assembly for EV-GZ or KR engine

2015-11-17 Thread Holland Phillips
I don't recall ever seeing anything regarding EV-GZ or KR engine designations. The 2 liter 16 valve Mk 2 engines are designated 9A. The 1.8 16V designation escapes me at the moment. But it's 5:45am, so my brain is not fully in gear yet. I used to study ETKA regularly, and those engine designations

Re: [mk2-16v] Reproduction for Fuel Pump Assembly for EV-GZ or KR engine

2015-11-17 Thread Holland Phillips
What is the designation for the European tall block/long connecting rod 2liter? Damn I wish I still had my computer with ETKA on it. ~Holland On Nov 17, 2015 06:16, "Jack Simon" wrote: > The KR is/was the European 1.8 version. > > On 17 Nov 2015, at 08:53, Holland Phillips

Re: [mk2-16v] Reproduction for Fuel Pump Assembly for EV-GZ or KR engine

2015-11-17 Thread Holland Phillips
r#Brake_horsepower>) @ 6,000rpm; > 180 newton metres <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Newton_metre> (133 lbf·ft > <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pound-foot_(torque)>) @ 4,800 rpm > applicationsSEAT Ibiza Mk2 GTi16V. (later Cupra) > <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SEAT_Ibi

Re: [mk2-16v] Reproduction for Fuel Pump Assembly for EV-GZ or KR engine

2015-11-17 Thread Holland Phillips
ke_horsepower>) @ 6,000rpm; > 180 newton metres <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Newton_metre> (133 lbf·ft > <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pound-foot_(torque)>) @ 4,800 rpm > applicationsSEAT Ibiza Mk2 GTi16V. (later Cupra) > <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SEAT_Ibiza#6K

Re: [mk2-16v] Reproduction for Fuel Pump Assembly for EV-GZ or KR engine

2015-11-17 Thread Holland Phillips
That would do it! There is a large cult following of early water cooled VW's in the UK. ~Holland On Nov 17, 2015 08:48, "Jack Simon" wrote: > Not a problem if you were a U.S.Govt. employee living in England in the > early 90s!! 8>{o) > > On 17 Nov 2015, at

Re: [mk2-16v] Harbor Freight Torque Wrenches

2015-11-27 Thread Holland Phillips
Just my 10 cents: For most suspension, bracketry, clutch/flywheel, etc. purposes, a cheap torque wrench of questionable accuracy is probably okay. But for torqueing aluminum heads to, in particular, iron blocks, I personally prefer a tool with more assured accuracy. I had four SW wrenches which at

Re: [mk2-16v] Harbor Freight Torque Wrenches

2015-11-27 Thread Holland Phillips
nd On Nov 27, 2015 12:50, "Chad Rebuck" wrote: > I've checked the hf wrenches against my other few brands and also have > used weights and my vice to test them. Always seem to be within a couple > percent of the weight I hang off them when testing. > On Nov 27, 2015 3:46

Re: [mk2-16v] Gases from Old Plastic

2015-11-30 Thread Holland Phillips
White vinegar and newspaper... You'll be amazed. ~Holland On Nov 30, 2015 07:04, "Larry Velez" wrote: > A few days ago I turned on NPR and ‘Car Talk’ reruns were on. I don’t > usually listen to the show because it is mostly bad jokes and little useful > info but this day as I turned on the radi

Re: [mk2-16v] Gases from Old Plastic

2015-11-30 Thread Holland Phillips
t any auto parts store, and possibly Walmart. ~Holland On Nov 30, 2015 07:07, "Holland Phillips" wrote: > White vinegar and newspaper... > You'll be amazed. > > ~Holland > On Nov 30, 2015 07:04, "Larry Velez" wrote: > >> A few days ago I turned on NP

Re: [mk2-16v] Gases from Old Plastic

2015-11-30 Thread Holland Phillips
in the 60s & 70s!! Her other > favorite was "Glass Wax"!! > > Once cleaned, a coating of Rain-X anti-fog (in a black bottle) would > probably help as well. I used to use it on a large mirror in the > bathroom/shower room and didn't have a problem with fogging. Oddly

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