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When I installed my oil pump I squirted it full of Lucas assembly lube, which is pretty viscous. However, it’s now been sitting for some time so I’m sure it has drained down by now. -- Warren 89

Yes, this also relieves some of the head pressure from the pump, especially if you pre-filled the filter with oil. I couldn't get the pump to prime with the filter installed despite many attempts. It

I was planning on removing the plugs and spinning it over a bit, but by removing the filter you can confirm that’s it’s pumping. Thats a great idea. -- Warren 89 Westy 88 Tintop 70 Westy

I got this thing all timed up and running again. Close call! Compression checked out on all cylinders. Everything lined up perfectly with the new belt. Just a tip for anyone trying to prime a new oil

I just bought a 2KW diesel heater and was wondering where to install it and especially where to install the tank. Great idea. The tank that came with mine is one of those large flat ones but I’m

Good idea on the battery. I’ve also seen people put their diesel heater tanks there too to keep it out of the interior of the van.

Check out this thread for sizing. https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=750603&highlight=costco I have had one in there since that post and working well so you can see it installed if

That’s a great idea. -- Warren 89 Westy 88 Tintop 70 Westy

Great place for the starting battery. Close to the highest draw source the starter. Andy Vanis 505-304-5306 USA and WhatsApp [email protected]> wrote:

Maybe a place for a LiFePo4 auxiliary battery? -- Warren 89 Westy 88 Tintop 70 Westy

Space for an oil cooler for some or maybe for coolant overflow tank.

With the stainless coolant pipes installed, new heater hoses installed, and fuel tank refreshed and installed, I am finally turning my attention to the engine bay. ?I began by cleaning it reasonably

Today I got the hoses from the fuel tank to the fuel pump plus the FI return connection to the tank all connected. ?I used 1/2 inch fuel line from the tank to the fuel pump and 5/16 fuel injection

The fuel tank has been refreshed with new seals and hoses. Those plastic vent boxes under each fender have been thoroughly cleaned and a new grommet installed. I only need a couple small clamps to

Was also able to confirm that the driver side nipple was seated. -- Warren 89 Westy 88 Tintop 70 Westy

I was able to confirm that the nipple had seated on the passenger side. I almost dropped my phone taking this photo. Scary. - Warren 89 Westy 88 Tintop 70 Westy

I got the crossover pipe installed. I used silicone grease and the nipples slipped right in. The hard part was reaching in to do the job, especially the driver’s side. -- Warren 89 Westy 88

My fuel injectors came back from Mr. Injector. They look great and the test report is good. ?He pointed out that one of them needed a central o-ring replaced but that he did not stock those. So I

Awesome - glad to hear it! I’ve been enjoying following along with your project as I work on mine in parallel. Cheers to this group and to continued forward progress! Ian [email protected]>

Big thanks to Ian! ?Thank you for the reference to the GoWesty illustration. ?After seeing that illustration and watching the video several times I was able to reposition my front half coolant pipes