Date:         Mon, 6 Sep 1999 09:25:51 -0400
Reply-To:     Veedub <jewing@SPRINT.CA>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Veedub <jewing@SPRINT.CA>
Subject:      Problems with my 1.6TD Conversion.....
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Hello everyone,

I just finished installing a 1.6TD motor into my vanagon, and I am
having some problems with it.  First the history of what I have done.
The motor was from an 85 Jetta TD.  The engine ran great before I pulled
it, but I wanted to ensure some years of trouble free operation.  I
rebuilt the bottem end (rings/bearings/seals), and installed it in my
van.  I timed the motor & have rechecked it.   Here's what is does; the
engine will start & runs very rough.  There is tons of smoke bellowing
out as well.  I can rev the engine up, but can't bear the black smoke.
It will also stall when I let off the throttle after revving it.  The
fuel in the Van is over a year old, but diesel should last longer than
that I am told.  Ang suggestions?  (I don't have access to a compression
tester either)

Jason

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