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Subject:Re: 1.6 L Diesel Pump
From:ralph meyermann
Date:Tue, 28 Jan 2014 14:17:41 -0600

The previous responses are how I replaced mine. Make sure you clean all
debris from around the area before disassembling and making sure it stays
clean as well as drizzle clean diesel fuel around the O ring area upon
reassembly for a light lubricant. I was hesitant at first but being on the
road not having $300-400.00 and 3 days to spare I tackled it on my own.
This list is a lifesaver of knowledge!

Velma 82 1.9L AAZ td westy
On Jan 28, 2014 1:30 PM, "Steve Cotsford" <cotsford@aol.com> wrote:

> With the Bosch VE pump, it is possible to replace that big O-ring without
> taking the pump apart but its not easy and everyone will tell you not to
> attempt it.   If you take the outlet block completely off, the innards of
> the injector pump will fall out of place so the trick is to take two screws
> out and with the other two loose but still in place fit a new O ring over
> the screws.  Then replace the two screws loosely that were out and remove
> the other two.  This will allow the new O ring to go into the right place
> and then you can tighten up all 4 screws properly.    Like I said, you have
> to be very careful and confident and most people will call you crazy if you
> attempt it.       Its not necessary to mess with the outlet fittings etc.
>  They can stay tight on the block as the O-ring will easily go past them.
>  Other seals are much easier to replace.    Kits of seals are available
> online and not expensive.  I got mine from a guy in Cummings near Atlanta
> who advertises on Ebay.   You will find write ups on google     I have done
> it twice on two VW D24T diesel engines so I know it can be done but you
> "have been told its risky" and others will repeat the warning.      If in
> doubt get a specialist to do the job and pay the fairly expensive bill.
>  Steve
>
> On Jan 28, 2014, at 1:31 PM, Dana Mueller <dmueller@WACK.COM> wrote:
>
> > Thanks for the response Ralph.
> >
> > It's leaking on the injector line side.  I understand it's the O ring,
> > there are also springs, etc and you need to get the depth reset again.
> > That's the part I'm a little concerned about.
> >
> >
> > On Tue, Jan 28, 2014 at 10:15 AM, ralph meyermann
> > <ralphmeyermann@gmail.com>wrote:
> >
> >> Is it leaking from the pulley side or the injector line side? One is
> >> fairly simple the other is not. Mine was leaking like crazy on our first
> >> trip and with help from this list and a $6.00 O ring gasket and an hours
> >> time.
> >>
> >> Velma 82 1.9L AAZ td westy
> >> On Jan 28, 2014 11:31 AM, "Dana Mueller" <dmueller@wack.com> wrote:
> >>
> >>> Hi Folks,
> >>>
> >>> Appears my Diesel Pump is leaking like crazy.  Is there a pointer for
> >>> either a rebuilt kit, new purchase or a place to send it?
> >>>
> >>> I'm in Seattle, WA.
> >>>
> >>> Thoughts please?  Thanks in advance!
> >>>
> >>> --
> >>> -dm
> >>>
> >>
> >
> >
> > --
> > -dm
>