RE: Massive oil leak - Fixed Follow Up.

[jgilmore@c-map.com]

Well if you have been following my ordeal I have had problems starting when
hot. I haven't had a chance to try the new starter with the engine really
hot but as for regular conditions It starts instantly, almost to well I cant
release the key quick enough to stop cranking after the engine starts, not
that I am complaining. overall it is a much larger unit but it fits with no
problem. Also it does not have a mounting hole for the power steering hose
holder but I just wire tied them up to the front engine mount.

I will send an update after I try it hot.

Jeremiah
88 16v Scirocco
81 Rabbit Diesel
Wanted 81-84 Rabbit or GTi

-----Original Message-----
From: Dave Ewing [mailto:rabbit16v@prodigy.net]
Sent: Wednesday, October 10, 2001 9:21 PM
To: Scirocco List
Subject: Re: Massive oil leak - Fixed Follow Up.


So, what is the difference in starting?  I am curious about the diesel
starter swap and your opinions should be fresh so let's hear'em!!  TIA!

Dave

> Well I spent the weekend in CT and finally fixed the leek. the source was
a
> pinhole at the blade connector for the oil pressure sender. This fix cost
> all of $5.00 and took about 2 minutes and 1 tool. of course that doesn't
> count the 2 hours looking for the leak but I can't complain.
>
> I also replaced my worn starter with a Diesel rabbit starter and replaced
my
> front, rear, drivers side mounts.
>
> and scheduled a return trip in two weeks to attempt the following
> Pass. motor mount
> timing belt + tensioner
> hoses
> thermostat + gasket
> heater valve
> breaks
> suspension - Bilstien HDs
> Upgraded Lighting - Hella Auxiliary Low beams and 4 x 100w H4s
>
> if any one wants to stop by or help out let me know
> it should be on the 21-22 in Westbrook CT
>
> we may be having a kegger but that is still up in the air.
>
> Jeremiah
> 88 16v Scirocco
> 81 Rabbit Diesel
> Wanted 81-84 Rabbit or GTi
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: jgilmore@c-map.com [mailto:jgilmore@c-map.com]
> Sent: Thursday, October 04, 2001 5:23 PM
> To: scirocco-l@scirocco.org
> Subject: Massive oil leak - HELP!
>
>
> My 88 16v just developed its first oil leak. I have yet to locate the
source
> exactly. I am losing about a quart every 150 miles, It only leaks under
> pressure. it appears to be from the front of the engine somewhere and
> relatively low, at or below the level of the oil filter. Its hard to tell
> exactly what is leaking because of the quantity of oil, its everywhere
from
> the inside of the front bumper to the exhaust pipe
> from the passenger side tire to the front engine mount. and Idea about
what
> and were to look or common problems would be helpful.
>
> for the record, before a week ago it didn't leak a drop.
>
> Thanks
> Jeremiah
>
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