[Vwdiesel] starting TDI vs IDI

[TexasTDI]

As I've learned from experience, timing is key to quick starting. The ECU
advances the timing to aid in starting.  But the ECU can only advance it so
much.  Currently, my timing is so retarded, the ECU can't advance it enough
to start normally.  I've been experiencing very hard cold starting and lots
of white smoke when it finally does crank.  The timing can easily be checked
with VAG-COM.  www.ross-tech.com  It even has a graph that lets you know
where your timing is at, and where it should be at.

Chris Thornton
1991 VW Jetta 2 Door 1.6 Diesel - 243k miles
2000 VW Golf 1.9 TDI (turbo diesel) - 112k miles
AMSOIL Synthetic Lubricants Dealer #1098500
http://www.amsoil.com

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Val Christian" <val at swamps.roc.ny.us>
To: <vwdiesel at vwfans.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 14, 2004 6:09 AM
Subject: [Vwdiesel] starting TDI vs IDI


> I am just wondering if anyone can comment on IDI vs TDI starting.
> Right now I have only one of each.  The IDI starts first tap of
> the starter.  The TDI always takes a turn or two.  I've checked
> the usual (glow plugs, etc.) on the TDI.
>
> Any comments from those experienced with both?
>
> Val