FAQ Thread for Sciroccos

[Paul@VWvortex]

Information
01) How to buy a Scirocco (PPI)
02) Common Maintenence items
03) What are my first upgrades?
04) Engine swaps
05) Brake maintenence
06) Brake upgrades
07) Suspension maintenence
08) Suspension upgrades
09) transmission swaps
10) clutch updates
11) Wheel and tire threads (pics)
12) Project Car Threads
13) Bodywork and paint
14) Forced Induction
15) Picture Collections
16) Important Links (Vintage Watercooled, Scirocco.org list, etc)
17) Trusted Vendors (parts4vws, NGP, etc..

Trouble Shooting
01) Car won't start
02) Engine not cranking
03) Engine stalls - cold
04) Engine stalls - warm
05) Overheating
06) Weird electrical problems - general
07) Blowing fuses
08) Handling problems/suspension issues
09) Brake noise
10) Soft brake pedal/no brakes
11) Drivetrain noise (clunking, grinding)
12) Water leaks (into car)
13) Loosing coolant
14) Smoke from tailpipe
15) Oil leaks
16) Other oil loss
17) Horn not working
18) Hesitates when accelerating
19) No power
20) Engine misses at idle
21) Knocking/pinging
22) Noisy fuel pump
23) Shifter problems (can get into 1st, etc.)

Miscellaneous Tips
JH Build
Intake Port and Polish
eBay H4 Upgrade
Prevent Dash Cracks
Remove Side Moldings
NA Bumper Mod
Mirror Switches
Sloppy Shifter Bushing
Cluster Overhaul
Cutting NA Bumpers Down
Cutting NA Bumpers Down II

Project Cars
kenny_blankenship
My Old Roc
al@absolute
Waagenz
polov8 (1.8T)
talx (1.8T)
MK1Scirocco1980

Megasquirt Projects
From CIS-E / Motronic
8v Megapost
kalvinlk's 16v Install

Water Leaks
Hatch Leak
Sunroof Leak Part II
Another Leak
Hatch Leak [Not Lock Seal]
Rear Passenger Wet Carpet
Fuse Box Leak
Trunk Leaks
Sunroof Holds Water
Floor Leak

Bentley Repair Manuals
Scirocco 1975-1978
Scirocco 1980-1984
Scirocco 1985-1988

Parts Links
Missing Linkz Shifter Upgrade
Autohausaz
Carmadillo
German Auto Parts
JC Whitney
Memo Imports
Mr. Auto Parts
Parts 4 VWs
Parts Express
Rabbit Parts
The Scirocco
World Impex
Vintage Rubber

Tuners
Auto Tech
Bahn Brenner
Euro Sport Accessories
Neuspeed
Techtonics Tuning

Info
Drivers Found/
Model Guide
Scirocco.org/

Vintage Water Cooled Technotes
Euro Headlights install
Relay your headlights
Stereo Wire colors
Instrument Cluster Lights
Starting FAQ
Better Ground
Air/Fuel Ratio Guide
Megasquirt Technote
Rebuild and cleaning of CIS fuel distributor
Fuel Filter
Fixing the Sunroof
VW wheels (with Pics!)
Gauge Faces
Fix Odometer
A1 Engine Mounts!
Belt Routing technote
Cooling System
Engine Database
Emissions FAQ
Clutch Technote, with DVD
Gear Oil Change
Clutch Cable change
Rear disc brake conversion
10.1" Front brake conversion
22mm Master Cylinder
Alternator stuff Including removal of A/C

Wheels

Twelve-Spoke
Mk1 Scirocco (5 x 13 ET45)
also
European Mk1 Golf GTi and Mk1 Passat

Multispoke
Mk1 Jetta (5¬? x 13 ET 38)

Nine Spoke
Mk2 Scirocco and Cabriolet (5¬? x 13, ET 38)
also euro Mk1 Golf GTi

Rabbit GTI and Quantum Synchro (6 x 14, ET 38) Mk2 Scirocco California Edition and Mk2 Scirocco Slegato
(There is a non-painted version on some A2 cars)

Hockenheim (5¬? x 13, ET 38) 1985 Scirocco Wolfsburg edition

Le Castellet
(6 x 14, ET 38) Used on last european Scirocco GTX's
(6 x 15, ET 35)
(6¬? x15, ET33)
(Option on Golf/Jetta in 85-89 USA)

Montreal (6 x 14, ET 38mm)
Used on some later Mk2 sciroccos

Pirelli P-Slots(6 x14 , ET 38mm)

Sebring (6 x 15, ET 35) Corrado G60

Silverstone (Tear Drop) (6 x 14, ET38)
Golf Mk 2 16v Scirocco 16v - USA

Zandvoort
(6 x 14, ET38) 90-93 Cabriolet

(6 x 15, ET35) European Corrado 16V

Modified by Paul@VWvortex at 9:11 AM 11-8-2006

Modified by Paul@VWvortex at 9:11 AM 11-8-2006

Modified by Paul@VWvortex at 8:10 PM 4-24-2007


Modified by Paul@VWvortex at 8:11 PM 4-24-2007

[frrtbkr]

Most of this isn't MKI specific, do we need two FAQs?

[power_house]

Quote, originally posted by frrtbkr »

Most of this isn't MKI specific, do we need two FAQs?

lets put in parenthasis after every link whether or not its Mk specefic. for example. . .

Wheel and tire tips (Mk1 Mk2)

[chopperoli]

why is this thread still sticky even tho the first 23 topics don't work?

[Chris16vRocco]

This is a new FAQ, so it's still under construction.

Also, this should be an all-inclusive FAQ for all Sciroccos (except the IROC), and should be named as such.

[G-rocco]

I once pulled up all these Scirocco buyers guide (sorta) threads..

http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=2539489

It's not organized, but is this the sort of stuff we want for the "How to buy a Scirocco" thread at the top os this sticky?

Or, does it need to e sorted out and indexed?

[TheTimob]

Add this to the FAQ there -

http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=2915186

Water Leak FAQ Thread

[VWplaything]

Quote, originally posted by frrtbkr »

Most of this isn't MKI specific, do we need two FAQs?

I see your point, and actually I'd be more inclined to suggest 3 sub-divisions...MKI, MKII, and 16V....

Or perhaps it would be simpler and more practical to create another sticky thread that explains the differences between the various versions of Scirocco that would help guide the 'less-familiar' toward topics that are more specific to their car.

Also, what about a topic that gives hints on parts from other cars that are salvageable/useable on the Scirocco? For example, you can rebuild an 8v's control pressure regulator with the similar part found on many Audis and Mercedes Benz models from the late 80's/early 90's. Things like that could be a major help to some people. - Just a thought.

[vdubCorrado]

if it help the name of the last wheel is Estoril came in a 4 and 5 lug...

[badpenny]

The Zandvoort's also came in 13's

[TheTimob]

This is for an 84.

[VwFreak94]

Quote, originally posted by timbo2132 »

This is for an 84.

makes me think bout my problem wit my 16v

[JonnyPhenomenon]

Scirocco Fuel Tank Recall information

there was a recall made on some roccos due to them rusting out along a seam. if it hasnt been done yet, then Presto, you get a free, dealer installed gas tank, along with all of the extra stuff needed to complete the operation.

more info on the recall
http://www.scirocco.org/faq/mi....html
http://www.scirocco.org/faq/mi....html
http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=4150893

punch your vin number in here to see if yours has been done.
http://www.vw.com/myvw/yourcar...en/us/

if the recall has been done but your tank is shot, then you can get a new one for cheap. brand new tanks are about 120$. Just do a quick google search for online suppliers.



Modified by JonnyPhenomenon at 8:50 PM 4-8-2010

[TheTimob]

This is what your transmission code looks like. As you can see, I have a 4K transmission made on 12/10 1983 (last digit is the year)

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This is how you get off those stupid springs on 8v Mk2s

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Click here To see how to do a Mk3 alternator install...

[JonnyPhenomenon]

Here is my contribution to the fuse/relay panel information.

one thing about fuse number 17, on my car it affects the fuel pump. when I unplug it, and plug it back in (when the car is off but key in the on position) the fuel pump buzzes like it does when it primes up. I wonder if Mine is swapped with fuse number 2?

Modified by JonnyPhenomenon at 3:52 PM 4-17-2007


Modified by JonnyPhenomenon at 3:54 PM 4-17-2007

[TheTimob]

Here's the box that makes the OXS light turn on:

The box counts to 30K, and turns that light on. Push the button way in to reset it.



Modified by TheTimob at 9:29 PM 2-20-2009

[JonnyPhenomenon]

good pic timbo.

do you think we should all replace our O2 sensors after 30k? lol

[TheTimob]

Quote, originally posted by JonnyPhenomenon »

good pic timbo. do you think we should all replace our O2 sensors after 30k? lol

I think 50k... MAYBE!

But really - if you have your car tuned right, and it does not run rich or lean or any of that - the sensor can last for a long damn time. I'd change it just so it doesn't sieze in the pipe though!

[jettadriver509]

Does anyone have a detalied pics of the back of a fuse box? Like were all the single wires go and what color. Thanks

[badpenny]

Model and years courtesy of Chris16vRocco

A1 platform:
75-84 Rabbit a.k.a. Golf Mk1
83-84 GTI
80-84 Jetta Mk1
75-81 Scirocco Mk1
82-88 Scirocco Mk2
80-93 Cabriolet
80-84 Rabbit Pickup

A2 Platform:
85-92 Golf/GTI
85-92 Jetta

A3 platform:
93-98 (and early 99) Golf/GTI
93-98 (and early 99) Jetta
94-01 Cabrio

A4 platform:
98- New Beetle
99-05 (early) Jetta
99-06 (early) Golf/GTI
99-06 Audi TT

A5 platform:
05- Jetta
06- GTI
07- Rabbit
05- Audi A3
07- Audi TT

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Modified by badpenny at 10:16 AM 5-21-2007


Modified by badpenny at 10:20 AM 5-21-2007

[206vw]

Quote, originally posted by badpenny »

Model and years courtesy of Chris16vRocco A1 platform: 75-84 Rabbit a.k.a. Golf Mk1 83-84 GTI 80-84 Jetta Mk1 75-81 Scirocco Mk1 82-88 Scirocco Mk2 80-93 Cabriolet 80-84 Rabbit Pickup A2 Platform: 85-92 Golf/GTI 85-92 Jetta 89-93 Corrado A3 platform: 93-98 (and early 99) Golf/GTI 93-98 (and early 99) Jetta 94-01 Cabrio A4 platform: 98- New Beetle 99-05 (early) Jetta 99-06 (early) Golf/GTI 99-06 Audi TT A5 platform: 05- Jetta 06- GTI 07- Rabbit 05- Audi A3 07- Audi TT -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Modified by badpenny at 10:16 AM 5-21-2007 Modified by badpenny at 10:20 AM 5-21-2007

Added the corrado for you

[TheTimob]

The Deleting A/C Megathread

How about Oil changing thread

[TheTimob]

Here's a pic that'll help you identify if you have hydro lifters.

If #4 is missing, you have hydro lifters. If it's there, Solids!

[sciroccokartei]

Nice links.

Thanks for Information

[JonnyPhenomenon]

I hate to say it, but I dont know what the difference is between hydro and solid lifters. does the 16v have solid or hydro? (or one or the other?) is there an easy way to tell with the 16v?

[TheTimob]

All (VW) 16v are hydro. (ottinger 16v or however ya spell it is solid)

It just means that oil adjusts them to the cam clearance. Solids must be adjusted manually with shims.

Solids can take more aggressive cams though. They are used in racing engines.

1987.5 is supposed to be the dividing line for 8vs.

[Sirocco]

Quote, originally posted by timbo2132 »

All (VW) 16v are hydro. (ottinger 16v or however ya spell it is solid)

Oettinger...close tho'

Here are some pic's of it for reference:

Modified by Sirocco at 7:24 PM 7-22-2007

[JonnyPhenomenon]

can you replace the hydro lifters with solid ones?
what does a "lifter" look like anyway? I havvent had one of these totally apart. lol

[JonnyPhenomenon]

Just thought I would add my sunroof gasket rebuild diy to the faq

http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3234527

I would rather pay ten bucks to rebuild a leaky sunroof gasket instead of paying 120$ for a new one.

who is with me?

[tcfootball]

I am

[85spraybomb]

OIL FILTER INFORMATION:
i got this from a cabriolet site:
these are the ONLY filters to date,that have the correct pressure relief valve that every VW owner makes sure of(mann or mahles)
heres the filters that are acceptable(aka,the ones with the pressure relief valve)
Bosch (part #3421)
Mahle (part #OC 47)
Mann (part #W719/5)
Mobil-1 (part # M1-205)
STP (part #S2870A)
Volkswagen (part #056115561G)
Wix/NAPA (part #51088)

they labelled fram as an inferior product,and strongly advise NO ONE to use fram oil filters.

[av8r69]

[QUOTE=timbo2132]This is what your transmission code looks like. As you can see, I have a 4K transmission made on 12/10 1983 (last digit is the year)

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I know this is a minor thing but the date code is read 12th day, 10th month,1983.......germans always write dates with day/month/year...not month/day/year

[TheTimob]

Links to recent useful threads...

Better Ground for your car
http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3486034

Headlight Relays for Mk1 and Mk2
http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3476356

2 Relays with H1 bulbs

2 Relays with H3 bulbs (Most Common, works on Mk2 Eurolights)

3 Relays with H1 bulbs

3 Relays with H3 bulbs


Modified by timbo2132 at 3:09 PM 10-12-2007

[Paul@VWvortex]

How to repair your dash bulbs:

http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3522111

[TheTimob]

Part numbers for 5th gear swap, with the prices that I paid so you can put your parts guy in his place....

020-311-308C = XZN bolt, aka "SCREW" :: $6.44
020-311-324B = washer :: $3.07
020-301-215C = 5th gear housing gasket :: $8.95
020-311-579B = fork lock plate "SLEEVE" :: $3.59
N901-060-01 = 8v 5th Gear Circlip "RING" :: $2.25