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New Members Say Hi! / Project Revive
Last post by joe -
Hi,
Just uncovered our Golf Mk2 GTi 8v White (big bumper) that has been under a cover for the last 4 years. Prior to that it had visited a garage for extensive welding that didn't end well. First job is to replace the fuel pump. Looking forward to starting a new project. Prior to that my only real experience was extensive work on a Citroen Xsara Forte which my son now drives and it goes brilliantly. We owned our Golf since 1993 ish. My wife can't wait to see it running again and neither can I.
Cheers
Joe
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Engine & Gearbox / Re: High rpm when cold for 20 minutes,...?
Last post by philip -
simple little question, after adjusting the cab flap close to the 2.5 mm gap, i use less petrol. I only do short trips in towns,...so would consider it as urban. In the book it says it should be 8.7 L/100 K, on line 9 to 9.5 L /100k ? what do you think is a good average?
I will soon fill up the tank to the full then drive 100K and refill again to get a good average of what i use now as before it was 12.5 L per 100K !!!! I'm curious of the results,...:)
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Other Problems / 8v GU with Weber 32/34 DMTL AND 4-2-1 exhaust Super lean
Last post by Tetch76 -
I have a 8v GU that's been running happily on a Weber 32/34 DMTL. I have just swapped out the 4-1 exhaust for a Corrado 4-2 manifold and a Frankenstein 2-1 downpipe.

As it's a Syncro the original down pipe was narrow and squared off due to lack of room. Now it's obviously breathing much better...so well, in fact, I can only get it to run if I fix the choke 80% closed.

It massively leans out with any throttle. I have checked:

Vacuum tubes - no leaks
Carb/adapter/flange/manifold gaskets - no leaks
Intake manifold - no leaks
Exhaust manifold - no leaks
Throttle plate on primary - centred and full closes
Jets: increased the idle from 55 to 60 - no change in idle
Cleaned out carb primary circuit - clean
New fuel filter
Timing checked - 8°BTDC
Vacuum Guage 19.5 in HG
Fuel pump - pumping
Accelerator pump - pumping

I haven't had a chance to pull the plugs but I'd bet money on them looking lean.

I will check the float but it's only 6 months old and was set properly.

Maybe dirty needle valve?

I am at a loss as to what else it may be. Help me MK2 owners. You're my only hope...
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Engine & Gearbox / Re: High rpm when cold for 20 minutes,...?
Last post by Keekster64 -
Quote from: philip on
It's obvioues to me that you know your stuff ! I've been trying to learn for the last 30 years about these cars doing my best. Your knowleged is a credit to this website and i can't thank you enaugh for everything. I have been looking for years for video's like you sent me and never found one that informative ! I hope my golf will keep going for as long as possible, i do get a lot of attention now adays with people beeping, flashing there lights, thumbs up,...that i never expected. Thanks again, until next time lol
You inspired me to do another DIY video.  This time the carb is off the car, which makes it easier to explain.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ti10QifyZTY&t=431s