[Vwdiesel] 1.6 stuff on a 1.9 engine

Roger Brown r.c.brown at ieee.org
Mon Nov 6 22:46:25 EST 2006


Roger Brown wrote:
> Matthew wrote:
>> folks, i just obtained a zero mile 1.9TD long block. I
>> also have a 1.6td eco diesel engine. 
>>
>> Before i shell out the big bucks, can i use the 1.6td
>> parts:
>> pump
> 
> Yes.

Forgot to add that you'll want to up the max. load adjustment screw with the 1.9.
I did about 1/2 turn in on mine.  Made a HUGE improvement in engine power.  I guess at the 1.6 
setting, the engine was starved for fuel.  Giving it enough diesel turned it into a tire smoking 
demon.  MPG stayed about the same unless there was a lot of "spirited" driving involved :)

>> injectors
> 
> Yes.
> 
>> intake manifold
> 
> Yes, although a port-matched one would be better, I think GEX sells (or used to sell) an adapter 
> plate that is welded on.
> 
>> exhaust manifold
> 
> Yes, although you'll likely need to lengthen the downpipe 10mm or so to clear the steering rack 
> brackets.  Mine touches and vibrates under engine braking, have a tall block Techtonics 
> dual-downpipe to install one of these months to fix that.
>> Or am I better off just getting real 1.9 parts?  
>>
>> anybody got parts for sale? also need a valve cover.
> 
> 
> 


-- 
    Roger




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