Date: Fri, 14 Feb 2014 12:31:15 -0800
Reply-To: Dana Mueller <dmueller@WACK.COM>
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From: Dana Mueller <dmueller@WACK.COM>
Subject: Re: 1.6 L Diesel Pump
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Here's a quick update; upon further investigation, the diesel pump it
leaking from the top. So, the big question is - how hard is it to rebuild
with a kit versus springing for a remanufactured / rebuilt pump?
Again, thanks in advance,
-dm
On Tue, Jan 28, 2014 at 12:17 PM, ralph meyermann
<ralphmeyermann@gmail.com>wrote:
> The previous responses are how I replaced mine. Make sure you clean all
> debris from around the area before disassembling and making sure it stays
> clean as well as drizzle clean diesel fuel around the O ring area upon
> reassembly for a light lubricant. I was hesitant at first but being on the
> road not having $300-400.00 and 3 days to spare I tackled it on my own.
> This list is a lifesaver of knowledge!
>
> Velma 82 1.9L AAZ td westy
> On Jan 28, 2014 1:30 PM, "Steve Cotsford" <cotsford@aol.com> wrote:
>
> > With the Bosch VE pump, it is possible to replace that big O-ring without
> > taking the pump apart but its not easy and everyone will tell you not to
> > attempt it. If you take the outlet block completely off, the innards of
> > the injector pump will fall out of place so the trick is to take two
> screws
> > out and with the other two loose but still in place fit a new O ring over
> > the screws. Then replace the two screws loosely that were out and remove
> > the other two. This will allow the new O ring to go into the right place
> > and then you can tighten up all 4 screws properly. Like I said, you
> have
> > to be very careful and confident and most people will call you crazy if
> you
> > attempt it. Its not necessary to mess with the outlet fittings etc.
> > They can stay tight on the block as the O-ring will easily go past them.
> > Other seals are much easier to replace. Kits of seals are available
> > online and not expensive. I got mine from a guy in Cummings near Atlanta
> > who advertises on Ebay. You will find write ups on google I have
> done
> > it twice on two VW D24T diesel engines so I know it can be done but you
> > "have been told its risky" and others will repeat the warning. If in
> > doubt get a specialist to do the job and pay the fairly expensive bill.
> > Steve
> >
> > On Jan 28, 2014, at 1:31 PM, Dana Mueller <dmueller@WACK.COM> wrote:
> >
> > > Thanks for the response Ralph.
> > >
> > > It's leaking on the injector line side. I understand it's the O ring,
> > > there are also springs, etc and you need to get the depth reset again.
> > > That's the part I'm a little concerned about.
> > >
> > >
> > > On Tue, Jan 28, 2014 at 10:15 AM, ralph meyermann
> > > <ralphmeyermann@gmail.com>wrote:
> > >
> > >> Is it leaking from the pulley side or the injector line side? One is
> > >> fairly simple the other is not. Mine was leaking like crazy on our
> first
> > >> trip and with help from this list and a $6.00 O ring gasket and an
> hours
> > >> time.
> > >>
> > >> Velma 82 1.9L AAZ td westy
> > >> On Jan 28, 2014 11:31 AM, "Dana Mueller" <dmueller@wack.com> wrote:
> > >>
> > >>> Hi Folks,
> > >>>
> > >>> Appears my Diesel Pump is leaking like crazy. Is there a pointer for
> > >>> either a rebuilt kit, new purchase or a place to send it?
> > >>>
> > >>> I'm in Seattle, WA.
> > >>>
> > >>> Thoughts please? Thanks in advance!
> > >>>
> > >>> --
> > >>> -dm
> > >>>
> > >>
> > >
> > >
> > > --
> > > -dm
> >
>
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-dm
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