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Re: [T3] Popouts?


On 27 Mar 2002, at 9:34, Drake . wrote:

> How difficult is it to add popouts to a car (72 square) that does not have them?
> I have yet to check around but are said popouts difficult to find?

They're out there and can be installed in later cars, but you have to cut into 
the B pillars to make holes to install the hinges. You REALLY should have a 
correct car to copy these holes from.

> Update on the new motor:
> 
> I checked the pressure sensor diaphragm as you suggested Jim (by sucking on the
> hose) it does hold air. The only thing I have left to check is the fuel
> pressure. I am actually hoping that its low, perhaps this would explain my low
> idle problem.
> 
> The engine is running well though, aside from the exhaust leak from the left
> heat exchanger. I am planning on changing the oil and checking the valves this
> weekend. I was thinking about pulling the plugs to check their color/condition
> as well. Is there anything else I should be checking?

Dwell, timing, valve lash, charging system regulating voltage....

I can't remember what we have discussed, but you have to set your timing by 
the special '72 instructions in the Bentley.

-
Jim Adney
jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, WI 53711-3054
USA

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