Re: couple questions for everyone

[T Berk <tberk@mindspring.com>]

Victor Farren wrote:
> 
> I was looking through the VW FAQs and found a couple interesting things that I will look for the next time I go to the junkyard.  But, first I wanted to see if anyone has any insight/opinions on them:
> 
> 1) programable wiper relay--sounds cool, anyone got'em?  Like'em?  FYI, relay numbers for programable relays are:
> 357 955 531
> 1hm 955 531 B  <-- Bosche relay (I think)

I've heard this thing is plug and replacment, a good upgrade for any
early car. I am not aware of any model were it wont work. Doesnt mean
it'll fit a new A4 Jetta, just means I think it will work in our cars.


> 2) valve cover baffle.  They came stock on the 87+  A2cars, right?  Anyone got one to fit on our A1s?

Isn't this the same situation as the one above? I think they came on
some cars prior to the A2s and I've pinched on from the junkyard too.
When I get the rubber gasket from the potterman I'm goung to switch my
valve cover back over to the 1.7 style and slip the antisplash unit in
there too.


> 3) Fuel pump relay from 85+ car.  In the FAQ it said that the newer relays allow the fuel pump to run when the ignition is first turned on in order to pressurize the system.  I have an 84, and have been turning on ignition a waiting for a coupl eof seconds before I fire up the car thinking that I am pressurizing the system.  Is this not happening?  I think so b/c sometimes the car cranks a few times before catching, instead of firing right up on the first go.

I belive it's adaptable to the early cars as well. Man, you are a
goldmine of retrofitting info!  :)


> 4) Anyone taken valve adjusting shims from old solid head A1s and used'em again?  Not b/c I 'm a cheap bastard (they are only $1.75 a piece) but b/c I can't find a place that has them stock.  I have to order them, and I am thinking I could spend an afternoon at the junkyard tommorrow and get myself a nice little collection.  QUESTION:  Do they wear out a lot, or is it safe to use old ones (I don't have a micrometer to measure them)?  Maybe it ain't worth it, and I should just order them?
> 
> Thanks
> Victor


Hmmm, without a micrometer I'd be leary, how much time will it take to
order new ones? 

TBerk

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