Date: Mon, 2 Jul 2001 12:32:31 -0700
Reply-To: Arlen & Edie <manx1342@QWEST.NET>
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From: Arlen & Edie <manx1342@QWEST.NET>
Subject: Re: WTB: inline4 powersteering bracket
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Hi Benjamin,
So you "doubt you will find a used Tiico mount out there." Well, if you insist on
"used" I can't help you. All I have is an unused Tiico mount that I don't need
any more. A bit of explanation is probably in order here. When I received my
Tiico kit I was fully intending to use my AC and PS, but, times change (and my
plans with it). I now am not using either one.
This mounting plate has the provisions for mounting the AC compressor, the
alternator and the PS pump. I don't need a lot for it but as it is quite heavy
the shipping will be a bit.
BTW, before I changed my plans I drilled several lightening holes in it (that'll
lower shipping) and had it replated (yellow cad). It looks great. I can probably
take a pic and email it to you if you think you want to pursue this.
There are also a few "accessories" that I don't need (like the AC hose
extensions). This setup was for an '87 non-synchro. I can't say for sure that
this will work on your set-up, but it might. I'm sure I've missed some important
info but ask away.
Arlen - Irish by birth - Chinese by choice.
Benjamin Tan wrote:
> I'm working on adding powersteering to my 16" Syncro. I took all the
> components from a WBX engined van for my project. The problem I am having is
> I have a 1.6 turbodiesel in my Syncro.
>
> Yeas, yes. I know the diesel won't like the extra strain caused by the PS
> pump and the AC that I will add later. I'm not worried about it because I
> plan on moving up to a 1.9TD or even 1.9TDI later.
>
> Anyway, I need a PS bracket and possibly even an AC compressor bracket from a
> line 4 engine like a late model Jetta/Golf/Passat. Someone on the lists had
> mentioned to me once that turbodiesel Jettas did come with PS. I figured that
> to be the best donor candidate. I doubt that I will find a used Tiico mount
> out there.
>
> If all else fails, I guess I can always have a mount made.
>
> BenT
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