>Does someone have the 'specs' on compression for a 2.1L  per VW?  I know the
real 
>world ones run around 110psi (low end) on up but I'm curious as to 
>what the actual spec is.

Dan,

Compression Specs for 2.1L

145 psi -189 psi nominal
116 psi minimum

These number taken from Bently Manual

My 87' Syncro has compression around 140 on all cylinders, and has approximately
68,000 miles on it.

Mike Plickys