If I recall, the traditional VW gap is 0.7 mm (0.028").  2 mm sounds
mighty wide.  Would cause hard starting, etc.

Larry A.

Aerowolf wrote:
> What's the proper gap for spark plugs on a 1985 1.9L wasserboxer?  I
> can't find it in my Bentley manual anywhere.
>
> (The inspection of the spark plugs shows they're currently operating
> at a gap of approximately 2mm, though I don't have a gapper handy for
> specifics.  My engine is running rich, which is leading me to evaluate
> the ignition system for problems such as possibly a weak coil or a bad
> HCU/hall sender.)
>
> -Kyle
>