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| No, this would be three of my motors. This is the new W12 motor from Audi. No, No, were talking only 2L swapping into a 1.8L spot. My car had 175,000 miles on it. Though it still ran very well, I was starting to feel as though I couldn't feel really feel comfortable on a really long trip or pushing it really hard. I had read about the 2L swap in European Car magazine and decided it was going to happen. I purchase a '98 short block with 15K miles on it from Jeff at BW Auto Dismantlers. It had to be shipped to my mechanics garage, that's their policy. After picking it up and cleaning it up it was time to get started |
| The 2L Swap Into 1.8L 85-92 Golf/Jetta |
| I really like the garage picture above. It shows alot of what I used to do the job and it also shows you don't need anything special as far as a shop to do the job. I had originally decided to buy a new car. I looked at the Audi A4 and the Honda Civic Si, but I realized that I would have to spend thousands on each to get them to the point where my car is now, not to mention the original cost. I love my Jetta, other people love my Jetta, it looks great, it drives great, and its GERMAN! So, instead of a new car, I decided to make my Jetta new, at least in the driving department. With only 15K miles on the new motor, I had another 160K to go before I would have to do it again! With that in mind, I did most things with the idea I would have nothing to worry about for a long time, including suspension and steering, and a new tranny from Kraftswerk. I did all the work my self with the help of the Bentley manual, so use the manual first, and my suggestions second! Tools you will NEED; -Floor jack -Jack stands -Latex gloves -Engine lift (rentable) -Work light -Drill w/ bits -Center punch and hammer -3-4 feet of 1-1/2 ID pipe for ease of removal of tightly torqued bolts -Engine degreaser with stiff brush and toothbrush -Metric Allen wrenches -3/8 and 1/2 inch Metric sockets -Torque wrench (1/2 inch) -Metric wrenches up to 19mm -Big Ass cresent wrench (15") -Dilectric Grease -Volkswagen Molybdenum Grease (VW Part #G000633) -Head bolt socket -CV Joint bolt socket -Shift linkage tool (if your doing the shift linkage) -Timing belt tightening tool -Tie rod removal tool and tie rod end puller (If your doing the steering) -A good machine shop for two surface flywheel resurfacing -Clutch disc alignment tool -A good tire shop with a press to press in and out the lower control arm bushings(if your doing this) -A good alignment shop Parts you will NEED; -2L short block in good shape w/ oil filter housing and distributor -Techtonics 2L block off plate and distributor spacer seal -Snack Size Zip-Lok Bags and black marker(Very Important) -4 Foam ear protection plugs (not for your ears) -Assorted vacuum plugs -Water pump(and possibly housing if yours is shot) -Cap and Rotor -Intake and exhaust gaskets -Rubber valve cover gasket -Upper and lower radiator hoses -Fuel filter -5 Quarts Mobil 1 15W50 motor oil -Prestone Extended Life Antifreeze -New V-Belts -Big Bore Head Gasket -Timing Belt -Timing Belt Tensioner -New Head Bolts -Front and Rear control arm bushings -L+R Tie Rod complete assemblies -L+R steering ball joints -185 degree fan switch -176 degree water thermostat -210mm clutch disc -210mm pressure plate -210mm release plate -210mm release plate retaining ring -Front and left and right rear motor mounts -New Flywheel bolts(9) -Oil filter |