VW Forum :: Volkswagen Forum - MK2 http://www.vwforum.com/forums Discussion area for the second generation VW Golf and Jetta produced from 1985 to 1992. en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:28:25 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.vwforum.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg VW Forum :: Volkswagen Forum - MK2 http://www.vwforum.com/forums suspension help http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/suspension-help-39174/ Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:12:43 GMT Hi All. Looking for some help... I picked up an 87 GTI 16V that is in need of a suspension. I want to keep it as stock as possible and was looking to get feedback on what components I should go with. Also some help on where to get the bushings for the sway bars would help as well. My son and I are changing out the shift linkage this weekend (really worn!) and the suspension is next on the list.. Thanks! Tom Hi All. Looking for some help...
I picked up an 87 GTI 16V that is in need of a suspension. I want to keep it as stock as possible and was looking to get feedback on what components I should go with. Also some help on where to get the bushings for the sway bars would help as well.

My son and I are changing out the shift linkage this weekend (really worn!) and the suspension is next on the list..

Thanks!
Tom ]]> MK2 Topcat59 http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/suspension-help-39174/ Battery always dead http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/battery-always-dead-39171/ Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:50:01 GMT i have an 1989 jetta and for some reason something is draining the battery and every morning the battery is dead i was told it could be a relay, anyone know why? thanks :-) i have an 1989 jetta and for some reason something is draining the battery and every morning the battery is dead i was told it could be a relay, anyone know why? thanks :-) ]]> MK2 mk2jetta1989 http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/battery-always-dead-39171/ 1986 golf fuel problem http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/1986-golf-fuel-problem-39139/ Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:13:32 GMT I have good spark, checked cold start it doesn't dribble, but with key turning starter i dont get a spray. engine almost starts. fuel distributer plunger working good fuel pressure good what should i check ?? ]]> MK2 porterjohn054 http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/1986-golf-fuel-problem-39139/ MKII 1.8 8v Pistons http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/mkii-1-8-8v-pistons-39039/ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:03:51 GMT Anyone have an 8v with raised compression pistons? i was looking at the wiseco 10.5:1 comp ratio pistons but i was looking to see what other options were being run out there. Thanks! -Ryan Anyone have an 8v with raised compression pistons? i was looking at the wiseco 10.5:1 comp ratio pistons but i was looking to see what other options were being run out there.

Thanks!

-Ryan ]]> MK2 Guardianllama http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/mkii-1-8-8v-pistons-39039/ dash configuration... http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/dash-configuration-38978/ Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:04:19 GMT So i got a new speedometer and was wondering what the safest way, or if anybody has some tips on taking apart the dash board.? So i got a new speedometer and was wondering what the safest way, or if anybody has some tips on taking apart the dash board.? ]]> MK2 mk2golfgl http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/dash-configuration-38978/ engine upgrade http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/engine-upgrade-38897/ Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:00:28 GMT I have an 89 Golf GL,it has a whopping 1.3L engine but i want to swap it with something bigger either a 1.8T or a 2.0T,think a VR6 will fit? Here's the catch i want to buy the engine used and rebuild it.I don't want a turbo i just want straight muscle. :cool: Any ideas where i can get a performance kit or maybe a list of sites to look at for performance parts for decent prices. ]]> MK2 roachcoach http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/engine-upgrade-38897/ Intermittent Power Loss http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/intermittent-power-loss-38895/ Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:47:30 GMT Hello all, Had a question about an intermittent power loss, almost like one of the cylinders is dropping out at higher rpms. I'm going to do a full tune up on the car this weekend, but was curious if anyone else has had this issue and what the solution was. all opinions are welcome, and any help is greatly appreciated... ]]> MK2 Maveric115 http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/intermittent-power-loss-38895/ 89 GLI MKII Jetta http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/89-gli-mkii-jetta-38888/ Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:37:42 GMT Hello all, i just wanted to introduce myself as a NEW member and also as a NEW JETTA owner. I have recently purchased a 1989 VW Jetta GLI. As a previous E30 BMW owner i was a little sketchy about trading in my 2.5L inline 6 for a smaller, less torquey 1.8, but after the first test drive was greatly impressed and after getting my newly acquired jetta back to my house where i could dig deeper into its internal workings, and later yet at the local auto repair facility that i work, where i was more apt to look even further into the workings of this beast did i realize that this was like looking at something outer worldly. I must say that while this is all very impressive to me, there is lots i need to learn before i can truly understand how to properly diagnose and repair this beast. and trust me when i say, there is alot to fix. many small things that not need immediate attention, and some larger items that should be fixed as soon as possible. I thank everyone here in advance for the help and knowledge i know i will receive, and can only hope that i will someday be able to repay the favor with the next newcomer. On a side note, i chose this VW forum over all the rest because it is the most user friendly, and the closest to the one i am familiar with at Bimmerforums.com I look forward to meeting new friends and enhancing my VW diagnostic skills with you all. Thanks for taking the time to read this! Hello all, i just wanted to introduce myself as a NEW member and also as a NEW JETTA owner. I have recently purchased a 1989 VW Jetta GLI. As a previous E30 BMW owner i was a little sketchy about trading in my 2.5L inline 6 for a smaller, less torquey 1.8, but after the first test drive was greatly impressed and after getting my newly acquired jetta back to my house where i could dig deeper into its internal workings, and later yet at the local auto repair facility that i work, where i was more apt to look even further into the workings of this beast did i realize that this was like looking at something outer worldly. I must say that while this is all very impressive to me, there is lots i need to learn before i can truly understand how to properly diagnose and repair this beast. and trust me when i say, there is alot to fix. many small things that not need immediate attention, and some larger items that should be fixed as soon as possible.
I thank everyone here in advance for the help and knowledge i know i will receive, and can only hope that i will someday be able to repay the favor with the next newcomer.
On a side note, i chose this VW forum over all the rest because it is the most user friendly, and the closest to the one i am familiar with at Bimmerforums.com
I look forward to meeting new friends and enhancing my VW diagnostic skills with you all. Thanks for taking the time to read this! ]]> MK2 Maveric115 http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/89-gli-mkii-jetta-38888/ Timing Belt Change Intervals http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/timing-belt-change-intervals-38881/ Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:00:11 GMT Hi, I am now the proud owner of a 87 GTI 16V, that has about 110K on it. The car was taken car of, and the owner told me he changed the Timing Belt and Water pump at 53K.. Only issue is that was in 1995.. should I be looking to change it again? Any help is appreciated. Thanks Tom :-) Hi,
I am now the proud owner of a 87 GTI 16V, that has about 110K on it. The car was taken car of, and the owner told me he changed the Timing Belt and Water pump at 53K.. Only issue is that was in 1995.. should I be looking to change it again?

Any help is appreciated.

Thanks
Tom
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]]> MK2 Topcat59 http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/timing-belt-change-intervals-38881/ engine overheating http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/engine-overheating-38867/ Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:33:43 GMT 1986 Golf 1.8l 8V. Engine runs extremely hot when the heater is on. If i slide the lever to cold the engine cools down within a few minutes. Thermo switch is new, Fan seems to be operating OK. Any Ideas? 1986 Golf 1.8l 8V. Engine runs extremely hot when the heater is on. If i slide the lever to cold the engine cools down within a few minutes. Thermo switch is new, Fan seems to be operating OK. Any Ideas? ]]> MK2 JORDAN http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/engine-overheating-38867/ limp mode? http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/limp-mode-38845/ Sun, 01 Nov 2009 17:36:53 GMT right now im calling it limp mode cause i have no idea what else to call it haha, but my 91 golf gl seems to got into this kind of stutter when you start to step on it real hard , it feels like maybe the gas isnt mixing fast enough or tho o2 sensor? just wondering if any body has had the same problem or knows what it is , thanks. right now im calling it limp mode cause i have no idea what else to call it haha, but my 91 golf gl seems to got into this kind of stutter when you start to step on it real hard , it feels like maybe the gas isnt mixing fast enough or tho o2 sensor? just wondering if any body has had the same problem or knows what it is , thanks. ]]> MK2 mk2golfgl http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/limp-mode-38845/ no spark http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/no-spark-38774/ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 21:43:09 GMT changed the fuel pump relay and the fuel injector relay and it still died randomly checked for spark after it doed the spark plug was completly black and it didnt spark i changed the spark pluggs two or three weks ago and the distibutor cap last week, got a second hand coil from a scrap yard and the coil wire as well it still dies while driving and it seems to be getting shorter and shorter driving time befoe it dies please help changed the fuel pump relay and the fuel injector relay and it still died randomly checked for spark after it doed the spark plug was completly black and it didnt spark i changed the spark pluggs two or three weks ago and the distibutor cap last week, got a second hand coil from a scrap yard and the coil wire as well
it still dies while driving and it seems to be getting shorter and shorter driving time befoe it dies
please help ]]> MK2 mikowilliams http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/no-spark-38774/ Help with timing belt! http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/help-timing-belt-38733/ Mon, 26 Oct 2009 02:42:59 GMT Need some help with timing this thing. Its a 1989 VW Jetta 1.8 liter single overhead cam.

I put a new timing belt on, but had a little problem getting the crank bolt loose. In the process I broke the old belt and the intermediate shaft, which drives the distributor, moved, and the cam may have moved as well. It is an interference engine, so I carefully turned the crank and/or the cam until the TDC mark, the cam mark, the crank and intermediate shaft were all lined up. I put the new belt on and found out that when the timing marks are all lined up as the manual (Haynes) says, number 1 piston is at TDC, but on the exhaust stroke. Oops!
Well, I'm afraid to crank it over more and bend a valve. So if I just reset the distributor to point to #4, will it run ok? Or should I take the belt off and wrench the crank around twice? The problem is I don't think the timing marks will be lined up if I turn it over twice. What to do?

Thanks so much for any help!

Thanks, Casey ]]> MK2 casey8 http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/help-timing-belt-38733/ vacuum system on my mk2 golf with weber http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/vacuum-system-my-mk2-golf-weber-38722/ Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:14:30 GMT hi im have problems with my vacuum system on my mk2 golf 1800 with the weber dmtl carb upgrade i havet got a clue where the vacuum for the dizzy goes and how to connect the warm and cold air intake vaccum hose on air box and info or pic would be great help thanks phil:(:confused: hi im have problems with my vacuum system on my mk2 golf 1800 with the weber dmtl carb upgrade i havet got a clue where the vacuum for the dizzy goes and how to connect the warm and cold air intake vaccum hose on air box

and info or pic would be great help

thanks phil:(:confused: ]]> MK2 mk2geeza http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/vacuum-system-my-mk2-golf-weber-38722/ vr6 or engine swap http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/vr6-engine-swap-38708/ Sat, 24 Oct 2009 18:40:11 GMT hey i was thinking about doing an engine swap in my 90 jetta it only has the 1.8l in it and i cant stand the engine cause its too slow anyway wondering if i should do a swap or get a car with a stock vr6 in it . i am a fan of the corrado hey i was thinking about doing an engine swap in my 90 jetta it only has the 1.8l in it and i cant stand the engine cause its too slow
anyway wondering if i should do a swap or get a car with a stock vr6 in it . i am a fan of the corrado ]]> MK2 mikowilliams http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f13/vr6-engine-swap-38708/