Fitting a recon engine 1600tp

Discussion in 'Mech Tech' started by volkswombat, Sep 1, 2016.

  1. You should see the paintwork on my van !
     
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  2. I think I'd rather not ;)
     
  3. Zed

    Zed Gradually getting grumpier

    Powder coating lasts and protects, it's a good investment. Get it dulled to 80-90% Matt for the original non Bling look. It's nice to have an engine bay without oil coated peeling paint. Try to aim a bit higher. :)
     
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  4. Good point why should the inside (hidden parts) be better than the outside ;)
     
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  5. Zed

    Zed Gradually getting grumpier

    Chuck it in the shed until it's needed then.
     
  6. :thinking:
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  7. you missed a bit ,alternator clamp tut tut...:D

    my rust looks good on my tinware...:hattip:
     
  8. The air horns on each side which go to the heater pipes, are they fixed solid or can they be swivelled up/down? Mine are loose and can swivel, seems wrong. Maybe need a wee spot-weld to hold them in place?
     
  9. They are spot welded in place and shouldn't move


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  10. Zed

    Zed Gradually getting grumpier

    No they shouldn't swivel! They shouldn't even if they're loose, they're quite difficult to remove. Is it a proper fan housing?
     
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  11. Apart from para's, of course...
     
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  12. Are you sure it isn't some kind of shower fitting?
     
  13. Pic, please. I must see your swivelling nozzle.
     
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  14. Yeah it's the right housing, just that I suspect a couple of spot-weld have split so the horn/pipe so it moves.
    Do a pic of my floppy horn later @snotty :eek:
     
  15. davidoft

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    Is it in and running yet ?
     
  16. My horn?

    Waiting for recon unit being ready, maybe a week yet.
    Also got a long wait for a carb. 5 week lead time for it and the guy not even answered my requests for one yet :mad:
     
  17. Can anyone link me to a set of twin carbs suitable for 1600 tp ?
    Brand new full kit everything I need, so I get idea of price.

    Unless somebody's selling a functioning set
     
  18. I have looked on vwh etc, but I've no idea what setup I need. twin choke single choke idf ict 46 40 what the hell does all that mean
     

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