Re: Smokin' 16 valves, check this out!

["Michael & Kristen Potter" <kmpotter@ix.netcom.com>]

> Just read the VW TSB (Technical Service Bulletin), from January 22, 1987
> ...Subject-Oil baffle for crankshaft.
> 
> "As a result of the crankase breather location, engine oil can be drawn
> in through the breather hose and deposited on the air filter element,
> during high engine RPM's or hard cornering."
> 
> "To eliminate the cause of these deposits, replace the existing oil pump
> splash shield with baffle-P/N 027 103 623."

Just an FYI the P/N has changed to 051 103 623 & they sell for about 
$20. They will also work on 8v's with the late round style pick up 
tube.

HTH 
Potterman

Michael Potter
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