My daily driver is getting a boost! (MK2 1.8T content)

[GLImax]

Your missing half the wiring bro
Thank god I am just about done with my swap.

[PtownVdub]

All those extra wires aren't needed ... they are just there to get in the way The wiring is going to be the biggest part of the project I think.

[PaddleShiftr]

I raise a glass in honor of your soon-to-be very bloodied and blistered hands!!

[GLImax]

fabrication takes most of the time, depending on what your using. My car is a little mk2/mk3/and mk4 all combined into one

[PtownVdub]

Quote, originally posted by GLImax »

fabrication takes most of the time, depending on what your using. My car is a little mk2/mk3/and mk4 all combined into one

I am definitely banking on some serious fabrication work even from the very beginning. I hope to start fabricating my pedal cluster very soon.

[GrimJettaGLI]

If you don't have Immobilizer, then that saves some fab, if you have DBC that saves some, and if you are using a full O2A or O2J swap that saves some too.

I have thought about using ABS, but that kills track cars... It would be awesome though.

[PtownVdub]

I just got back from picking up the power steering pump pulley that I was missing; the pulley also came with the pump and sensor attached. Stu (GLImax) helped me out by giving me a really good deal on it. It was nice meeting you and talking about your 1.8T swap, Stu. Good luck this weekend getting everything up and running.

[GrimJettaGLI]

Quote, originally posted by PtownVdub »

I just got back from picking up the power steering pump pulley that I was missing; the pulley also came with the pump and sensor attached. Stu (GLImax) helped me out by giving me a really good deal on it. It was nice meeting you and talking about your 1.8T swap, Stu. Good luck this weekend getting everything up and running.

Cmon... PS. You know better than that...

I am runnin no PS in mine.

[PtownVdub]

Quote, originally posted by GrimJettaGLI »

Cmon... PS. You know better than that... I am runnin no PS in mine.

Neither is Stu ... but I want to make my daily as fun and comfortable as possible so that is why I am going to keep the power steering.

[GLImax]

I would have run PS but I have a manual rack in my mk2. I just hope I don't rip apart my custom bulk head and column. Man, I am so excited to finally get my car started. I know the 2 year wait will make me appreciate my time and work all the more. Good luck with your swap man, and whenever you need help or info give me a call.

[GrimJettaGLI]

Quote, originally posted by GLImax »

I would have run PS but I have a manual rack in my mk2. I just hope I don't rip apart my custom bulk head and column. Man, I am so excited to finally get my car started. I know the 2 year wait will make me appreciate my time and work all the more. Good luck with your swap man, and whenever you need help or info give me a call.

I need to find the manual steering link, so I can use a manual rack, but they are expensive.

[GLImax]

Quote, originally posted by GrimJettaGLI »

I need to find the manual steering link, so I can use a manual rack, but they are expensive.

hope you don't burn out your rack man if your running no PS with a PS rack. I've heard that even with the lines blocked off with liquid inside they still tend to eventually go back. PS would have been nice, but the manual rack was in the car and I really didn't feel like using my other one , not to mension, I heard non PS gives you more of a feel/control of the car on the road. We shall see, I might have to bulk up my forearm strength.


Modified by GLImax at 2:12 PM 6-22-2007

[GrimJettaGLI]

Quote, originally posted by GLImax »

hope you don't burn out your rack man if your running no PS with a PS rack. I've heard that even with the lines blocked off with liquid inside they still tend to eventually go back. PS would have been nice, but the manual rack was in the car and I really didn't feel like using my other one , not to mension, I heard non PS gives you more of a feel/control of the car on the road. We shall see, I might have to bulk up my forearm strength.

The cars don't weigh much, so there is hardly any noticeable difference between PS and nonPS. I ran a PS rack in my GLI for nearly 2 years without a PS pump. No issues. Honestly I could do that again, but i would rather have the manual rack.

[GLImax]

Yea, I figured the weight of the car would make it barely noticeable. I've driven a few rabbits without PS I could barely notice a difference, so I guess we will see.

[PtownVdub]

This weekend I was to kick off the swap but that never happened. Instead, I went on the Leavenworth cruise on Saturday and then picked up a few parts for the swap on Sunday.

Here are a few of the new parts; nothing super exciting but it is always fun to pick up car parts:

And a picture of the engine since I have done a little cleaning and put the engine covers on it:

[GrimJettaGLI]

I got some work done on mine. If you need any little parts I may have them so let me know what you may be needing.

I however still need a downpipe for mine.

[GLImax]

Quote, originally posted by GrimJettaGLI »

I got some work done on mine. If you need any little parts I may have them so let me know what you may be needing. I however still need a downpipe for mine.

Put on my TT downpipe last night . Damn work has been keeping me too busy tho to get my O2, dv, and n75 flanges welded so I can start the car.

[GrimJettaGLI]

Quote, originally posted by GLImax »

Put on my TT downpipe last night . Damn work has been keeping me too busy tho to get my O2, dv, and n75 flanges welded so I can start the car.

Welded? Why?

Are you using metal bungs for them to fit in?

[PtownVdub]

Quote, originally posted by GrimJettaGLI »

I got some work done on mine. If you need any little parts I may have them so let me know what you may be needing. I however still need a downpipe for mine.

If I had an extra downpipe I would send it your way. As for little parts, those are the things that I have been trying to gather up. Mostly I am in need of miscellaneous bolts, clamps, and screws ...

[GrimJettaGLI]

I have a isht ton of hardware, I have almost 2 Oil Drain pans filled with hardware alone. Parting out cars leaves alot of hardware left over.

[GLImax]

Quote, originally posted by GrimJettaGLI »

Welded? Why? Are you using metal bungs for them to fit in?

Yup, unless you know another way of doing it, lol.

[GrimJettaGLI]

Quote, originally posted by GLImax »

Yup, unless you know another way of doing it, lol.

I thought you may have been using the stock/OEM rubber hoses.

[GLImax]

Quote, originally posted by GrimJettaGLI »

I thought you may have been using the stock/OEM rubber hoses.

yes but I have a custom FMIC setup. I feel like we have our own little 1.8t swap PNW forum thread . Everything is set for tomorrow for the fireup (fingers crossed). Wish me luck.

[PtownVdub]

Quote, originally posted by GLImax »

yes but I have a custom FMIC setup. I feel like we have our own little 1.8t swap PNW forum thread . Everything is set for tomorrow for the fireup (fingers crossed). Wish me luck.

Now I just need to start joining in the fun by beginning the removal of the old engine. In the meantime though, I am fabricating the DBW throttle pedal to work with the MK2 clutch and brake cluster. Good luck tomorrow, keep us updated on the progress.

[GrimJettaGLI]

Quote, originally posted by GLImax »

yes but I have a custom FMIC setup. I feel like we have our own little 1.8t swap PNW forum thread . Everything is set for tomorrow for the fireup (fingers crossed). Wish me luck.

I know what you mean, it has been us three back and forth.

Good Luck, if it starts you need to go out and eliminate a corvette immediately

[PtownVdub]

Quote, originally posted by GrimJettaGLI »

Good Luck, if it starts you need to go out and eliminate a corvette immediately

x2 plus you should document the event

[GLImax]

Quote, originally posted by GrimJettaGLI »

Good Luck, if it starts you need to go out and eliminate a corvette immediately

Haha, my bro and I were just talking the otehr day about how it should come close to being a vette killer. We shall see, I know it would eat my uncles Porsche in a sec

BTW, I will try to snap some pics of the engine bay and pieces I had welded up tonight. Launch time scheduled for 7

[GrimJettaGLI]

Quote, originally posted by GLImax »

Haha, my bro and I were just talking the otehr day about how it should come close to being a vette killer. We shall see, I know it would eat my uncles Porsche in a sec BTW, I will try to snap some pics of the engine bay and pieces I had welded up tonight. Launch time scheduled for 7

I will look for you on the news....

"high speed chase, a small VW is running from the police, they even have the camaro in pursuit, but he is still pulling away."

[GLImax]

Quote, originally posted by GrimJettaGLI »

I will look for you on the news.... "high speed chase, a small VW is running from the police, they even have the camaro in pursuit, but he is still pulling away."

Well guys..... I tried starting her up today. Lets just say, two cranks and VROOOOOOOOOOOOOMMMMMM!!!!!! She started right up and sounds like a damn jet. The grin on my face is bigger than you can imagine. Lets just say I've had a few celebratory shots.

Not to mension, the GFB hybrid bov has won my heart

[GLImax]

btw, I took a few pics of the pieces I got welded. I'll post them up in a bit. Just the at and IC piping. O man, I am too happy right now.

[GrimJettaGLI]

The Hybrid BOV sounds good? and still puts out no CEL?

[GLImax]

I haver CEL's coming out of my ears, lol. I think I may have to adjust the spring a little bit, but it sounded the SH*T. It sounds burley as hell, although then again I only have a dp and cat on. If I find my camera to coputer cable I will show you the welds I had done. I have my cat flanges, and 2 O2 sensors welded (3" cat) along with my IC bov and N75 flanges welded. I still can't believe the engine did'nt even hesitate. Started right up and its even been about 3 years since its been driven.

My bro took a sound but, but I think I will try to take a vid tomorrow with my parents camera.

[GLImax]

Cable found, give me a few.

[GrimJettaGLI]

what engine Code?

[GLImax]

AWP stage II