Engine Removed Today
08-11-2009, 11:31 PM
#166
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Baby steps
Baby steps today...
here are some pics of the progress.
Bob-
- removed oem dual mass fw/clutch. Holy crap that thing is a pig. I hope the new 1 has enough mass to keep the engine running at low rpms
- removed the rear main seal (RMS). A bit of a PITA.
- installed new RMS
- installed lwfw
- assembled throw-out bearing (I need to make sure I did this correctly, the diy shows 2 flat washers on the clutch side, my kit came with 3.)
here are some pics of the progress.
Bob-
08-12-2009, 10:53 PM
#167
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Progress Today
With the help of MarkD I figured out the release bearing assembly. Thanks again Mark. Got some big items completed this evening.
None of this work is difficult with the engine/transmission out of the car. Major kudos to Neil Sully and partner in crime Andreas for their excellent DIY on this subject. I can only imagine how difficult it would be to insert the fork shaft while the engine is in the car as discussed in the diy (this is done blind). All I can say is impressive work boys
Performing this work the 1st time is very intimidating. Now that it's done not so much.
Bob-
- clutch & pressure plate installed
- installed new guide tube
- installed fork shaft with new needle bearings
- reattached the transmission
None of this work is difficult with the engine/transmission out of the car. Major kudos to Neil Sully and partner in crime Andreas for their excellent DIY on this subject. I can only imagine how difficult it would be to insert the fork shaft while the engine is in the car as discussed in the diy (this is done blind). All I can say is impressive work boys
Performing this work the 1st time is very intimidating. Now that it's done not so much.
Bob-
08-13-2009, 10:57 AM
#169
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- change transmission fluid
- adjust speed reference sensor
- torque all transmission bolts
- gap and install spark plugs
- clean engine
- inspect/adjust all bolts, clamps and connections
- install new motor mounts
If all goes acording to plan, I am hoping to reinstall the engine/tranny on Saturday.
Once the engine is in and all connections are made, I need to replenish all fluids (oil, power steering and brake). I plan to power flush the hydraulic system because the clutch slave shares the same hydraulics system as the brakes.
Is there is anything else that I need to do? All suggestions are welcome. Thank you in advance.
Bob-
08-13-2009, 11:03 AM
#170
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08-13-2009, 11:22 AM
#171
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I think they are Bosch. I was wondering about the gapping proceedure. Obviously I haven't gotten that far yet. It would not bother me one tiny bit if I did not have to gap the plugs
I think the real fun is about to begin
Bob-
Last edited by boulderbobo; 08-13-2009 at 01:42 PM.
08-13-2009, 11:25 AM
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I've been told that you shoulld never try to gap a platinum plug, as you will mess up thte tip (due to platinum's softness)... The VW guys gave me a different brand of plug for my Jetta and I re-gapped them before I called and asked... They gently "chastized" me and I bought a new set of plugs...
Not sure if this is correct... But, it is what I was just told about two months ago. I am sure there are others here who can verify??
Not sure if this is correct... But, it is what I was just told about two months ago. I am sure there are others here who can verify??
08-13-2009, 11:28 AM
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Bob,
Really nice work!
You probably have already done it, but if not I would suggest replacing the SAI valve, they don't last long.
Thanks for the great pics and commentary. I believe at this point Andreas is just looking for an excuse to drop his engine.
Neil
Really nice work!
You probably have already done it, but if not I would suggest replacing the SAI valve, they don't last long.
Thanks for the great pics and commentary. I believe at this point Andreas is just looking for an excuse to drop his engine.
Neil
08-13-2009, 11:35 AM
#175
Three Wheelin'
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I've been told that you shoulld never try to gap a platinum plug, as you will mess up thte tip (due to platinum's softness)... The VW guys gave me a different brand of plug for my Jetta and I re-gapped them before I called and asked... They gently "chastized" me and I bought a new set of plugs...
Not sure if this is correct... But, it is what I was just told about two months ago. I am sure there are others here who can verify??
Not sure if this is correct... But, it is what I was just told about two months ago. I am sure there are others here who can verify??
Great! One less thing to do. I will cross "plug gapping" off my list.
Bob-
08-13-2009, 11:47 AM
#176
Three Wheelin'
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Your DIY and many others inspired me to do take on this project. Your tips about how to keep the flywheel from rotating in the removal process were extremely helpful. Great job.
Yea, all that grease, dirt, grime and carbon on his engine must be keeping him up at night
Bob-
08-13-2009, 01:17 PM
#177
With the help of MarkD I figured out the release bearing assembly. Thanks again Mark. Got some big items completed this evening.
None of this work is difficult with the engine/transmission out of the car. Major kudos to Neil Sully and partner in crime Andreas for their excellent DIY on this subject. I can only imagine how difficult it would be to insert the fork shaft while the engine is in the car as discussed in the diy (this is done blind). All I can say is impressive work boys
Performing this work the 1st time is very intimidating. Now that it's done not so much.
Bob-
- clutch & pressure plate installed
- installed new guide tube
- installed fork shaft with new needle bearings
- reattached the transmission
None of this work is difficult with the engine/transmission out of the car. Major kudos to Neil Sully and partner in crime Andreas for their excellent DIY on this subject. I can only imagine how difficult it would be to insert the fork shaft while the engine is in the car as discussed in the diy (this is done blind). All I can say is impressive work boys
Performing this work the 1st time is very intimidating. Now that it's done not so much.
Bob-
08-13-2009, 01:22 PM
#178
Yes, I am getting close. Here is what is left to do.
If all goes acording to plan, I am hoping to reinstall the engine/tranny on Saturday.
Once the engine is in and all connections are made, I need to replenish all fluids (oil, power steering and brake). I plan to power flush the hydraulic system because the clutch slave shares the same hydraulics system as the brakes.
Is there is anything else that I need to do? All suggestions are welcome. Thank you in advance.
Bob-
- change transmission fluid
- adjust speed reference sensor
- torque all transmission bolts
- gap and install spark plugs
- clean engine
- inspect/adjust all bolts, clamps and connections
- install new motor mounts
If all goes acording to plan, I am hoping to reinstall the engine/tranny on Saturday.
Once the engine is in and all connections are made, I need to replenish all fluids (oil, power steering and brake). I plan to power flush the hydraulic system because the clutch slave shares the same hydraulics system as the brakes.
Is there is anything else that I need to do? All suggestions are welcome. Thank you in advance.
Bob-
Nice work by the way
08-13-2009, 01:30 PM
#179
Three Wheelin'
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These are the two DIYs I used.
https://rennlist.com/forums/993-1995...d-install.html
https://rennlist.com/forums/993-foru...p-and-lwf.html
Bob-
https://rennlist.com/forums/993-1995...d-install.html
https://rennlist.com/forums/993-foru...p-and-lwf.html
Bob-
08-13-2009, 01:42 PM
#180
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Can you please elaborate on the brake flush? Did you have to open up the brake hydraulic lines for the engine drop (I don't imagine you did and only disconnect the clutch slave cylinder)? I had been under the (possibly mistaken assumption) that if you do get air into the brake hydraulics and it makes its way into the ABS unit, you need to use the PST tool to cycle the ABS unit else you won't get all the air out while bleeding.
Nice work by the way Thank you!
Nice work by the way Thank you!
Maybe the experts could weight in on this subject?
Bob-