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On 29 Oct 98, at 8:14, Carl Van Tonder wrote: > last week my fasti went and died on me (one of the main bearing seized > up why I don't know). When I drained the oil it was like grease (thick > and black). This I don't understand as I have only done 1200 mile since > the last oil change. I don't understand either, but it is probably important to find out what caused this in order to assure that the same thing doesn't happen to your "new" engine. > That forced me to get a re-manufactured motor as I need the car for my > everyday transport. Now my questions for this week is: > 1) What type of run-in period should I have? Drive moderately, check everything often (oil, valves, timing), don't drive for long periods at a constant RPM, do run the engine through its entire RPM range. > 2) Should I have to re-tighten any nuts after this period or will a > general check be sufficient? Nothing should need retightening, but be alert. > 3) At what point will setting the timing be meaningful (as I did set it > on day one but it is way off again) If the timing is changing, it is because the dist cam is rough and is wearing away the rubbing block on the points. If it does not stabilize, I can fix it, or you can try one of the pointless systems. > 4) Ditto with setting the carbs and valve clearances Always set the valves cold. Set them before starting the engine, after running for 15 minutes, 10 hours, 1000 miles. > One more not related to above, my speedo does not go down to 0 (actually > 10 mph) but rather stops at 15 mph when I am standing and my speed > reading is off by the same amount (obviously:-}). How to fix if > possible? Take it to a reputable speedo repair shop. It is not a DIY job. Jim - ******************************* Jim Adney, jadney@vwtype3.org Madison, Wisconsin, USA ******************************* ------------------------------------------------------------------- Unsubscribe? mailto:type3-request@vwtype3.org, Subject: unsubscribe