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I took my engine out a few weeks ago, TT Auto. Took the prop off to tilt the box to split from the engine and unbolted the torque converter which is very easy to do.

Results were Front 140 150 150 132 150 150 Rear Are these ok?? Engine was cold, plugs out, engine has been stood for a few months I think.

Thanks guys, sorted!! :dance:

Is the signal +ve or -ve?

I would say it's 14056-NG, only the thicker top hose there is water, the other hose below is from the EGR. TBH it's only a 90° bend that connects to a metal pipe under the manifold, I would suggest a water bypass to eliminate all the other hoses as they might be going to or by a silicone 90° elbow rather than a stock one.

If you mean the exhaust manifold and elbow that connects the turbo to the xhaust I think I have a pair.

I'm trying to test the starter motor off a battery and can't get it to spin only engage. It was working before the engine came out so wan't to check the connections are correct. There is the wire with the connector coming off it and the connection the ring connector is bolted to, are there any other and which one is +ive and -ive?

Thanks, didn't realise I could get just the bellhousing off. Thought it was whole box out or engine back in to get them together :dance:

Gear box is still in car. Would mean getting the engine in and connecting it to the box and some of the wiring, also the engine is from a manual so would need to change the bits over. I was hoping there was a way to do it out of the car to save alot of work. I think if I did that to find bad compression I would :hurl:

Can agree, took me 2 days. Good job I had a hand to do the last bit of lifting!! Got to get it back in now.

Mine is an Auto :mad: Any other way?

Anyone know if it's possible to compression test an engine not in the car??? If it is possible how is it done, I have a tempoary engine to put in the car and want to make sure it's ok before I spend a few days doing it. I know I could take the heads off to check pistons/valves etc but as it's only tempoary I would rather not!

Have a look at these http://www.z32power.com/69109221175932/site/default.asp http://s89053294.onlinehome.us/gallery/joel/ :shock:

Be an interesting set up on a V6 rather than the usual conversions on a straight 6. Single big turbo can give alot more power but can be a bit laggy if not done right. There are alot of site with a single conversions on a n/a but haven't found any for a TT, these might be good place to start.

I'd be up for it, can bring a 6mx3m tent from work which is a start? Or at least me and my car stay dry :tongue: Might be an idea to ask the REO's to post in the regional sections to gauge interest. It'll be good to meet up with some of forum obsessed (you know who you are) for some laughs.

Anybody able to answer this first question?

I think it is the torque converter and something to do with a shaft or splines.

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Second question- I've noticed some oil in the exhaust port of the turbo that were in the car with the knackered engine, is this normal or could it be due to the engine problem?

I have just taken out my engine which wouldn't run, found what's caused that - 1 melted piston+3 melted valves= a 2 cylinder V6 I have another engine to go and a choice of 4 turbos, the engine is going as a tempoary fix and I want to put the better tubs I have in with it while I rebuild to other 2 and the engine. How do I tell which ones are ok, I know that there needs to be as little play as possible in the shafts but is there anything else to look for?

Thanks to Tubz to who was round on Friday to help with the final stage of engine removal. As mgh297's post, it's great there are people in the club who are willing to help fellow members. :hyper: Only thing is now it's out I've found 3 cylinders with broken valves and 1 with a broken piston :shock:

Tubz, did you get my email?

Anyone able to confirm?

Exhausts off now, just wanted to check the prop, is it the join with the 4 bolts which was above where the centre sect exhaust joined the front section? Also I assume when the starter motor comes off I will see the 2 brackets which hold the bottom of the tranny onto the engine? Thanks

Good to meet some fellow owners, sorry about the Audi but it did manage 100mph to catch Tubz up!! The Z will get finished, engine out tomorrow if all goes well :smash: With a bit of luck and cash, it'll be at the next meet. Tubz if you want stay in touch for any bits you need pm me an email address.