Installation instructions article 183 VR6 conversion to Golf 1
here you can read , how to install the VR6 engine step by step, in conjunction with the transmissions 02A, 02J in a VW Golf 1 / Caddy 14d / Scirocco Jetta 1 & 2 .
Important!!
Please do not press in the rubber mounts immediately, always mount the engine and gearbox mounts first and hang the engine with the gearbox in the body and align it as desired, then check how the bearings have to be pressed in so that there is no tension and everything fits properly. The background is that the bearings are eccentric and no body is the same, each has slightly different dimensions or some have already had an accident, etc. These differences can be perfectly compensated for by the eccentric bearings.
Clutch actuation Conversion of the clutch, here we have two different variants
Hydraulic clutch controls are installed in the new gearboxes, e.g. from the Golf 4. But since the Golf 1 has mechanical clutch cables, we have our bearing block set with a matching clutch cable.
With this conversion set, the conversion to a mechanical clutch is very simple.
To connect the different diameters of the water hoses of the heater (Golf 1 to VR6) we have developed a small adapter to make your life easier
Plug assignment plan for conversion
Tipp!!
Varta has a C30 battery with 54 AH, which is extremely small. This then fits without any problems in the original position without changing anything.If necessary, I would leave this outside... it puts you off again... I think, how do you see it?
Topic TÜV registration:
If the TÜV acceptance is to be carried out, the following conditions apply:
Disc brake system front and rear from the G60/16V with brake booster, master brake cylinder and throttles, front disc internally ventilated with a diameter of 280 mm. Matching adapters + larger brake systems such as on Porsche can be found in our shop.
Matching adapter for the rear axle to G60
wishbone reinforced by welded sheet metal strips (click here)
Wishbone struts at the front below and stabilizers at the front and rear are required
On the front axle must be installed springs with a correspondingly higher load e.g. a screw -on chassis from Golf 1 with springs for Golf 3 VR6.
The tires must have sufficient load capacity and the speed rating V.
Exhaust system from the Scirocco 16V with the cat. belonging to the VR6 engine. Loud "Group A" systems should be avoided, as the EURO 1 standard also stipulates noise emissions.
Air filter unit in a closed box, or a K&N air filter with a certificate for Golf 3 VR6 and a corresponding bracket.
The conversion should be done properly, which means that there are no cables, hoses or additional components lying around loosely in the engine compartment and over time scraping, tearing or falling off. In your own interest, cable connections should be made with a soldering iron and shrink tubing.
Tipps, that is often forgotten !!
- Forgotten split pins on tie rod ends, brake lines or cables not attached or rubbing against moving parts
- Servo hoses not fastened or grinding, no washers or self-locking nuts installed at the designated points
- Rear wheel bearing play too large
- Rubber boots on drive shafts or steering defective etc.
Important !!
Please check before acceptance! The TÜV carries out random AU inspections. If the examination is passed, your Golf 1 will be classified as EURO 1. It is advisable to bring a valid AU certificate carried out with the new engine. It is recognized and acceptance cannot fail due to a defect in the engine.
