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by libbybapa
Sat Apr 26, 2014 11:16 pm
Forum: Want to Buy - Sell - Trade
Topic: WTB: Mk1 Apron Trim - Lower Grill - Driver's Side
Replies: 3
Views: 3040

WTB: Mk1 Apron Trim - Lower Grill - Driver's Side

I need this one:

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Part number is 171853661.

I could also use a diesel firewall glow plug fusible link holder.

Please PM with a price shipped to 86001. Thanks.
by libbybapa
Sun Feb 17, 2013 10:19 am
Forum: VW Diesel (General)
Topic: k-14 or k-24?
Replies: 10
Views: 7592

Re: k-14 or k-24?

I don't know what Dakotakid is talking about. I think he's confusing the K14 with the K03. There is no high-end hit for the K14 vs. the K24 unless you're running more than 15 psi or so unintercooled and doing so is not wise in a vanagon. I have always preferred to have more boost in the lower rpms i...
by libbybapa
Mon Dec 24, 2012 6:17 pm
Forum: IDI Performance Upgrades
Topic: Mechanical VNT Turbo Vane Control
Replies: 25
Views: 33519

Re: Mechanical VNT Turbo Vane Control

This looks like it would work well as an adjustable boost can.

http://shopping.kinugawaturbo.com/kinug ... using.aspx
by libbybapa
Wed Dec 19, 2012 10:37 pm
Forum: IDI Performance Upgrades
Topic: Mechanical VNT Turbo Vane Control
Replies: 25
Views: 33519

Re: Mechanical VNT Turbo Vane Control

There are different designs of the VNT turbos. The integral manifold VNT15 as found on the ALH has the vanes closed when pushed down. The non-integral manifold VNT15 has the vanes in the closed position when pulled up. I drew the above drawings representing the latter. Vanes open creates minimal boo...
by libbybapa
Fri Dec 14, 2012 10:16 am
Forum: IDI Performance Upgrades
Topic: Mechanical VNT Turbo Vane Control
Replies: 25
Views: 33519

Re: Mechanical VNT Turbo Vane Control

Here are some design drawings of an updated design that eliminates the need for the spring in the linkage rod by always allowing the accelerator lever to return to idle regardless of vane position and boost can position. Notice the boost can is mounted directly to the transition lever instead of bei...
by libbybapa
Sat Dec 01, 2012 11:32 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: 1987 VW Quantum Syncro - Convert to 2.0 turbo diesel
Replies: 31
Views: 27613

Re: 1987 VW Quantum Syncro - convert to 1.6 turbo diesel?

10-15% better efficiency with the TDI and 1/2 the heat load on the cooling system. If I had an AEL eTDI pump I could build an mTDI pump for it fairly easily but I build and sell the 4-cylinder versions. As with anything, if you don't know how to do it, it's hard. If you do know how to do it, it's ea...
by libbybapa
Sat Dec 01, 2012 7:54 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: 1987 VW Quantum Syncro - Convert to 2.0 turbo diesel
Replies: 31
Views: 27613

Re: 1987 VW Quantum Syncro - convert to 1.6 turbo diesel?

I'd look at the AEL 2.5 inline-5 TDI.
by libbybapa
Sat Dec 01, 2012 7:50 pm
Forum: Vanagon Diesel Forum
Topic: Cold Start Lever
Replies: 3
Views: 4718

Re: Cold Start Lever

Marine control cable...
by libbybapa
Thu Nov 08, 2012 11:45 pm
Forum: Want to Buy - Sell - Trade
Topic: Wtb In and banjo fittings and bolts
Replies: 8
Views: 4384

Re: Wtb In and banjo fittings and bolts

Fatmobile wrote: Buying a pump from Andrew? Sounds like you have plenty of money... :D
...and yet the value for the cost is incredible. :wink: Price out a brand-new Bosch pump and then add on the R+D, parts, labor and machine work to make it work right for a VW TDI...
by libbybapa
Wed Nov 07, 2012 8:50 pm
Forum: VW Diesel (General)
Topic: new injectors-worse mileage
Replies: 7
Views: 3681

Re: new injectors-worse mileage

Did the change coincide with your fuel station's change from summer to winter fuel?
by libbybapa
Mon Nov 05, 2012 3:30 pm
Forum: VW Diesel (General)
Topic: why does retarded timing increase MPG?
Replies: 5
Views: 4298

Re: why does retarded timing increase MPG?

The timing that gives the most power gives the best fuel economy also.
by libbybapa
Sat Nov 03, 2012 12:37 am
Forum: Want to Buy - Sell - Trade
Topic: New generator injection pumps on eBay
Replies: 1
Views: 2282

Re: New generator injection pumps on eBay

I have gotten one of the 4 cyl pumps and thoroughly examined it. It has a 20mm drive shaft with a short snout, so there is not any VW sprocket that will fit it with the correct offset. It has a workable camplate and 9mm plunger/head assembly. The governor spring setup is not well suited to our engin...
by libbybapa
Fri Nov 02, 2012 11:06 pm
Forum: VW Diesel (General)
Topic: Timing Question 1.9 AAZ Adjustable IP Pulley...
Replies: 9
Views: 6069

Re: Timing Question 1.9 AAZ Adjustable IP Pulley...

That style of pump is timed with a pin through the square notch in the pulley into the pump case when the crank is at TDC for #1. The timing procedure does not involve the dial indicator. Install the lock pin (drill bit could suffice), loosen the three sprocket to hub bolts, rotate the engine a few ...
by libbybapa
Fri Nov 02, 2012 12:34 pm
Forum: IDI Performance Upgrades
Topic: Mechanical VNT Turbo Vane Control
Replies: 25
Views: 33519

Re: Mechanical VNT Turbo Vane Control

I have no real firsthand experience with compounds, but I think that if your goal was more than 20psi efficiently then with an ideal compound system you could get better overall performance. If your goal is less than 20psi then there is no advantage to compounds over a single VNT and there are sever...
by libbybapa
Sun Oct 14, 2012 4:22 pm
Forum: Want to Buy - Sell - Trade
Topic: Low Mileage 1.6 Diaphragm Vacuum Pump - $40
Replies: 0
Views: 5862

Low Mileage 1.6 Diaphragm Vacuum Pump - $40

Up for sale is a low mileage 1.6 diaphragm vacuum pump. This came from an engine with 30,000 miles on it. The oil pump drive slot does not appear to have any wear. I've tested it and it works fine. http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a269/libbybapa/100_1818.jpg $40 plus shipping. Firm on price. PM if ...