[Vwdiesel] engine movement

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That mount allows considerable movement even when new - to isolate vibration. It also allows the engine to pitch fore & aft on acceleration and deceleration. My neighbor bought these urethane inserts that fit into the mount and eliminate slop. Fore & aft pitching is gone, but considerable vibration is transmitted to body now. Plastic dashboard parts buzz & it feels ragged, not the smooth ride of an A2.
134a is not nearly as cold as r12, plus the oils are not compatible. There are better r12 replacements on the market: DURACOOL and FREEZE 12 are drop in repalcements, cool better than 134a and the oils are compatible.
Put 12 volts direct to A/C clutch. At least you will then know clutch is ok. Low pressure in system will prevent A/C clutch engaging.
 
Bob in NY
 
 
 
 
-----Original Message-----
From: mikitka <mikitka at earthlink.net>
To: vwdiesel at vwfans.com
Sent: Tue, 28 Jun 2005 20:30:18 -0400
Subject: [Vwdiesel] engine movement


I replaced all my engine mounts when I installed the engine last year. I
purchased them from German Auto Dealers online. I paid a good penny for
them. The question I have is the one on the pack passenger side on my 91
Jetta moves quite a bit. How much is too much?  I can rock the engine pretty
easy and it seems to move freely as that it will rock a second after you
move it.  At least it isn't to hard to replace but since it isn't that old
it shouldn't move much right?

 

Also is it worth converting to the new AC system?  I have three cans of R12
still. My system is not working, the compressor turns but does not turn on,
possibly low charge?  I really have not checked it to see. Any suggestions?

Nick

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