16v / 8v into mk1

Discussion in 'Miscellaneous Technical Queries' started by Phil_TDI, Oct 28, 2003.

  1. Phil_TDI New Member

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    i have an F reg m1 golf, off the road at the moment with immaculate bodywork but a 1.3 engine,

    does any one know of a basic guide to fitting a 16/8v into it, just incase their is anything i should know, im not all that clued up on the mk1's yet so any help would be aqppreciated. its not going to happen any time soon with this weather. :(
     
  2. young dub Forum Member

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    An F reg Mk1 golf???? [:s] You sure its an F reg or is it an SA import?
     
  3. Phil_TDI New Member

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    yer, its a SA import.

    sourced a 1.8 mk 1 engine, unfortuanlty with no driveshafts loom and manifold. keep my eyes out
     
  4. alanbe2 Paid Member Paid Member

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    Try the specialist breakers for those bits, or even just try a post in the various classifieds.

    You'll find the engine mount on the drivers side needs moving.

    Al
     

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