I'm going to add my 2 cents. For 1 year I've struggled to get my 1.3 golf MK1 Citi to run properly. I've replaced carburettor, fuel pump, fuel lines, replaced the tank, fuel sending unit, fuel hoses, petrol filters, fuel separator I even put a t piece just like in the video with a reducer nothing worked. So this is what I found. The mechanical fuel pump pressure is to low to pump fuel with all the connections and fuel separator. Yes t piece does increase a bit of fuel pressure but still not enough. So the 2 options you can do. Number 1 add a low pressure electronic fuel pump to help the mechanical fuel pump then you will have no issues whatsoever. High pressure pump will kill you spark plugs and over fuel the carburettor. Number 2 go straight to fuel injection but be prepared to dig deep into the pockets very expensive to do. In my experience add a low pressure electronic fuel pump to help the mechanical pump to get the right amount of fuel to the carburettor.
Been struggling with this since replacing an engine last year and could not find a video with a good detailed solution. This was everything I needed to know. Going to sort out the problem right now and maybe my wife will forgive me for spending so much on that engine. Dankie broer.
Hi there mnr I don't know how to say this except thanks again. I found my problem. Followed your steps again very carefully this time and my car is now purring like a little kitty thanks bud respect ❤
As far as the vapour separator goes, I have moved it away from the egnine using a bracket that I made. I replaced it and the car still had fuel starvation only when hot. I discovered petrol boiling in the separator. Up here in Gauteng, our petrol has some ethanol in it that lowers the boiling point. When I pulled off the outlet when the symptom appeared, I could hear it boil. When I moved it away and the problem stopped. My engine was at the normal 80 deg C.
Howzit oom. I've got the exact same golf. I'm experiencing some problems. I literally watched all you videos and some we very helpful. Much appreciated.
Thanks for this video. My Caddy has been cutting out on me on a sharp left turn, going into my local shopping mall, been driving me crazy. Now I can start trouble shooting. Thank you.
Thank you very much mk 1 just cuts out does not idle can you please aasist whether anti hijacking or transponder key issue please advise on a good mechanic or can you please assist Thank you very much
Thanks for the vid always wondered why it lost power on bends ,im new on carburetors so i always feed my brain with new information concerning citi golf
Hi pj love your stuff you been a great help. Although I've not sorted my jetta three out yet still sikkiling. I can start her up but the minute I accelerate she dies. If I accelerate first then start up shell start then suffocate. Please help. I've replaced all sorts of pipes and breathers clean out the carb like you said still no luck. I'm at my wits end. Thanks mnr
Good morning brother. I drive a jetta 3 carburetor. When driving it sound like an automatic car while it's a manual one. What could be the problem? Please help
On my 1.3carb car cuts out when you come to stop while driving let car idle and moved baseplate have a hissing sound when moving it. Is it the baseplate or fuel starvation
I have hesitation after idle it's very frustrating and I suspect dirt in the system,think I should remove carb and blow out jets possibly remove tank and check for dirt etc.i have noticed small silver like particles in the pump fuel bowel no matter how many times i clean out the bowel it comes back almost immediately.any advise would be much appreciated.
I have a 1989 fox with 1600 block and 1800 head. When I hit the accelerator a and keep on a low rev it sometimes missfires or has a flat spot. When pulling away on a low rev it backfires. Can you please assist. New carb,new plug leads,new rotor,new distributor and new cap. Is there anyway I can perhaps contact you directly to advise on what I need to look for
From what I read you replaced a lot of new parts...,so it's hard to say...but check ignition timing .set it with a timing light if u can .Also check for an air leak..check if carb second stage is closing properly...check vacuum advance pipe if it's connected....but u gona have to feel your way around there ,and in most cases it's something small that's been overlooked...
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy vacuum advanced is connected. I'll check tomorrow morning if the 2nd stage is closing properly and if there's a leak on the carb or intake manifold. There is a slight air sucking sound when revving the car.
Hi PJ, I think I have a faulty ignition coil causing some issues with my vehicle. It is the mk1 1.8 Sport, carburated model with the old cylinder type ignition coil, I just wanted to know if this could be changed to the newer type as on your vehicle ? If you could please advise. Many thanks
Hi Donovan. Looks like we have the same model CitiGolf 1.8 Sport. Mine won't start this am, hence watching this video and fiddling with it. th-cam.com/users/shorts69FeJcgg32M?si=emjv4zyaY64FulYB
Im well aware sir but this car was owned by my uncle and he recently passed it down... but even after pumping the pedal it will start for a sec then die, when i hold the pedal a lil bit longer maybe for 3 secs after starting up then it will hold idle.
Nah, not a top mechanic... What I know about mk1 is because of my experience as a Mk1 owner over 30 years. By the way, I had 3 golf's and a fox in my time. . Nice cars.
The restrictor in the return line ensures that only a certain amount of fuel runs back to the tank..if it was just free flow you will not have enough fuel pressure to your carb and engine will cut out or jerk at higher speeds.you must have a restrictor ..Try smaller spares shops or second hand scrap yards .I don't think Goldwagen stocks these
Hi. Thanks for your feedback.. I actually have a video on this channel where I explain the separator. Just have a look on the channel. Please also subscribe. All content is free
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy Hi PJ, great video! Question: nearing the end of a long drive (45km) our Chico Mk1 begins jerking @ 100-130km/h & thus loses speed. We slow down and it travels fine until we have to go uphill around 40-80km/h (on this long distance) and then it starts jerking again. Could it just be a rubber pipe dilating and actually sucking in air, or is it rather 1 of your indicated potential issues here in this video?
@@calebornellas5381. Hi there. I had a similar experience, and it turned out to be the fuel pump.... Happened a lot when going up hill... Have that checked out, and maybe replace. Thanks
@@hyperiondig fuel separator is a reservoir which holds fuel ready to be used by the carb...it also removes bubbles and vapour from the fuel before it reaches the carb.....some believe it's not necessary ,....... it has its disadvantages too...for example, it tends to get hot ,causing the fuel to boil as it's too close to the engine.,and that can cause jerking and fuel starvation etc,and they can also become clogged up over time with rust particles etc...so good to change it from time to time..
As long as the valve has the right diameter hole in there ..because a certain amount of fuel must flow back to tank ....look around at smaller spare shops too ..
So why are we disconnecting the return and the feed on the tank, what are we doing there after removal? Because you went from the straight to the fuel separator??
Well the whole video is focused around removing or identifying any form of blockage which can cause fuel starvation. So, when we remove the fuel sender our intention is to determine if the fuel pick up is blocked, and that I have indicated in the pic of the fuel sender, where I specifically made a note in the pic, that you need to clean the fuel pick up pipe. See 6.22
@PJ's - GOLF Mk1 - DIY *_ Hi PJ, thanks for all the vlogs you post for us Golf owners! I have a serious problem with my Citi 2001 - 1.6 carb model. As soon as it gets hot and has to sit in traffic at say a robot the car cuts out. (Been in Paarl the last couple of days and temps have been 34Deg C) I then have to pull the pipe off at the filter, suck fuel and blow it into the pipe going to the Separator/Carb obviously through the filter. Once I've done this the car starts and off I go UNTIL the next bit of congestion where the car is crawling along and BAM, Daar vrek die ding!! Open bonnet... repeat .... petrol tastes K@K! Yes the separator is very hot to the touch.... Should I go the T piece route? Please help as it's getting embarrassing at robots _*
Hi. Its because the high temp is causing the fuel literaly to boil in the separator.. Because it's very close to the engine. Some guys have found a way to put the separator away from the engine.., like at the end of the cylinder head, but u will need to make a bracket to make it fit. Or just go the route of the t piece. I have not had an issue since I used the t piece.,
Hi Mr. Jones. Nice videos n thanks for all the nice content. Are you currently still running with the mod and did it effect your fuel consumption...? Thanks
Hey I love your Videos and I recently got stuck I wanna bypass the fuel separator and add the T piece and also that valve on the return - I have 2 Questions 1. What size is the T piece (milimeters )and where can I get it? 2. That valve you added to the pipe for return what is it called and where can I but it thanks .
Hi you can get the T valve at Goldwagen or spares shop.. It must be able to fit in a 6mm fuel pipe... And the part on the return pipe is called a non return valve
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy ive got this problem with my mk1 gti.fuel pump works but no fuel making her tick over.she ticks over if i put a small bit i the carb.sparks are ok.confused what it could be.....
Your Videos are really really informative and great for us.. I just want to find out I have a 1.6 Citi carburetor and have fuel starvation issues... i have replaced and checked everything in your video.. plugs, pump, fuel lines, fuels separator replaced with T Piece and restricter.. cleaned the carburetor as well as distributor.. but it still just cuts out as if it does not get fuel and when I checked the fuel filter its sucks the fuel back to the tank and emptying the filter... any advice?
Hi there', . Thanks sir. When does it cut out?.. when you driving hard? , or just cruising? .. Did you check the flow of fuel coming out at carb, from pump..?.. Like, let it run into a bottle while engine idles.. See how strong the flow is. Did you check the tank, if it's clear.?
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy thanx pJ, yes i checked the tank its super clean... the flow is strong and steady going to the carburetor.... the flow is also strong going back to the tank.. when I idle the engine just randomly cuts... I have to drive it.. extremely hard for it not to cut out
I also have a similar problem with my 1.4 carburetor golf, im at a point where im considering pouring fuel on the whole car and just forget about it. Everything in engine has been replaced, but problem persists especially when im driving uphill.
Yes ,if u can move it away from its original location to somewhere at the end of the cylinder head it would not get so hot ....I know some Mk1 owners have done this...just takes a bit of creative thinking...
Could just be a blockage Check your fuel filter.,could be some dirt stuck in your fuel pick up in the tank ,so just take off the fuel filter and blow down that pipe toward the tank...check fuel separator too
Hi, thanks for the video! Just one question. I am new to the carb cars. I have a mk1 but earlier the car didn't want to start, there is a humming sound coming from the engine. Could it be the fuel pump?
Hi, mechanical fuel pumps don't usually make a humming sound, like the pumps on fuel injection models. The oil pump cud also be making that humming sound... Or the gearbox..
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy oh okay thank you. Before I switched the car off there was a petrol smell and yesterday while driving there was a sudden loss of power with a slight jerk which returned when I accelerate harder.
@@modupetsomo9585 so u say it's a jetta.... Why has it got a curved tip? Maybe that was the wrong part anyway.. You need to just check with goldwagen.. Take that part with and ask if a normal straight tip will work on the car
Howzit pj...please explain how the vacuum hose connects work for stage 2 vacuum advance...when I connect it it seems to keep the idling high...idle screw becomes useless...no matter what I do the revs hunt
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy it is running from the big diaphragm to the brake booster hose...i also notice there is a small screw that can be adjusted...has a size 7 nut on it...
@@dylanburtonburton7728 then your carb is slightly different.. Is it a Ks2?... Anyway look again at my vid. And then u can see where that 2nd stage pipe goes onto the carb..
Evening, I know this is a old video but ive replaced my fuel separator with a t valve / joint. I just want to make sure is it normal for the mechanical fuel pump to get hot, can touch it but it is warm enough to burn, is this normal as I can remember if it got that hot before I did the swap with the fuel separator
Hi. Is it Def after u put t joint in.. Was it doing this before...?... Pump shud not get scorching hot. try reverting to fuel separator and see if it still happens.
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy and the heat can't be coming from my fuel line (going into pump) that is laying against my water line the top big one coming from my radiator
hi pj plz tell me how to adjust distributer....car is killing me on fuel its 1.6 carb and car is pinging the carb is tuned CO's have been set to 1,7 on the CO2 machine
Hi PJ,I have checked all these possible areas but my petrol filter stil has little petrol in it. I have replaced the petrol filter, petrol pump and have inserted a t-piece but still nothing. What else can I do? I have a Golf 1.3 Carb
Do you have fuel starvation symptoms... Does the car cut out and jerk?.. If it is, check how strong the flow of fuel is from the pump,by taking off the pipe running into the carb.it should give spurts of fuel ...not a gentle trickle.Your pump may be new ,but it could just be bad quality..
Hi PJ, I have switched the petrol pump, there is a little bit more petrol however, the petrol filter is not even 1/4 full in the filter. What else could it be? Could it be that the pipe from the tank to the petrol filter might have a crack or hole somewhere. Thank you
@@hadleypetersen8873 the petrol filter is not meant to fill up while the engine is running ... The suction of the fuel pump does not allow the fuel to settle in the filter... its just supposed to flow through the filter. The most important thing is if you have nice strong Spurts of fuel coming out of the pipe going into the carb.. Have you checked on that yet?. In my latest video I talk more about this. Have a look at the video. youtu.be/th-cam.com/video/yBvQrfIXa_c/w-d-xo.html
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy Thank you PJ, I thought the petrol was supposed to settle in the filter because I recall in one of your videos that you checked the filter to see if there is petrol in there. Also, should there be some petrol in the filter or is it meant to be empty? I will do the test you recommended.
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy oom you life saver! I connect the pump directly to my 34 weber om my 1.3 chico and she is running sweet, the feul starvations is gone just did 30km without skipping a beat
@@joachimcilliers hi there Joachim. That's good to hear.. Did you have on a fuel separator before u connected direct to Carb, from pump? . I speak under correction that u don't need a return pipe if you have a weber carb.... But I'm glad it's running great... Just keep monitoring it and give us more feedback in a couple of days..
Had a similiar problem t piece did the job.Thanx for you quick reply to my email much appreciated.Im looking to replace the restrictor on return line,does anyone know what the inner diameter of the restrictor looking to have a piece machined,thanx
Hi sir i hope you can help, my mk1 just dies while driving theirs spark and fuel, brake booster and pipes are sealed what might be the problem? It dies while driving but as soon as you start it while rolling it starts again thanks in advance.
Hi Jered.have u tried taking the float out as I show in video?... Maybe it's a bit stuck or the ball could have a hole in it and fuel fills up the ball, and weighs it downward giving wrong reading... It's best to take it out and inspect...
I dont even need to watch, I click like .. and move right along.. he the mk1 goat🐐
Lol.. Thank you :)
I'm going to add my 2 cents. For 1 year I've struggled to get my 1.3 golf MK1 Citi to run properly. I've replaced carburettor, fuel pump, fuel lines, replaced the tank, fuel sending unit, fuel hoses, petrol filters, fuel separator I even put a t piece just like in the video with a reducer nothing worked. So this is what I found. The mechanical fuel pump pressure is to low to pump fuel with all the connections and fuel separator. Yes t piece does increase a bit of fuel pressure but still not enough. So the 2 options you can do. Number 1 add a low pressure electronic fuel pump to help the mechanical fuel pump then you will have no issues whatsoever. High pressure pump will kill you spark plugs and over fuel the carburettor. Number 2 go straight to fuel injection but be prepared to dig deep into the pockets very expensive to do. In my experience add a low pressure electronic fuel pump to help the mechanical pump to get the right amount of fuel to the carburettor.
Been struggling with this since replacing an engine last year and could not find a video with a good detailed solution. This was everything I needed to know. Going to sort out the problem right now and maybe my wife will forgive me for spending so much on that engine. Dankie broer.
Hahahahahahahahah... I hope it is the solution to your problem, and make wife happy too.. All the best :)
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy my car doesn't give any sparks from the coil neither petrol thru the pump to the carberator. Any advice please wil help
Hi there mnr I don't know how to say this except thanks again. I found my problem. Followed your steps again very carefully this time and my car is now purring like a little kitty thanks bud respect ❤
I now feel important since i can now do all things by myself through the knowledge you share PJ
As far as the vapour separator goes, I have moved it away from the egnine using a bracket that I made. I replaced it and the car still had fuel starvation only when hot. I discovered petrol boiling in the separator. Up here in Gauteng, our petrol has some ethanol in it that lowers the boiling point. When I pulled off the outlet when the symptom appeared, I could hear it boil. When I moved it away and the problem stopped. My engine was at the normal 80 deg C.
This lessons is clear and understand able
Thanks 👍😎
Howzit oom. I've got the exact same golf. I'm experiencing some problems. I literally watched all you videos and some we very helpful. Much appreciated.
Thanks for this video. My Caddy has been cutting out on me on a sharp left turn, going into my local shopping mall, been driving me crazy. Now I can start trouble shooting. Thank you.
Pleasure sir
I've learned something,got the same problem,tnx 4 information
Fantastic video once again...Thank you PJ!
thanks for the info got more understanding im getting no fuel to the fuel filter
Can u use a fuel injection shaft for the fuel pump
Thank you very much mk 1 just cuts out does not idle can you please aasist whether anti hijacking or transponder key issue please advise on a good mechanic or can you please assist
Thank you very much
Hi PJ...tell me where do you buy a fuel restrictor?
Did also have fuel starvation couple of weeks back and my problem was a blockage at the needle and seat in the caburetor.
How do I solve over fuelling ? What liters per 100km should a carb 1600 golf be at?
I have air bubble in return fuel line, inline clear fuel filter full with fuel almost.. All symptoms mentioned at start of video.. Any suggestions???
Thanks for the vid always wondered why it lost power on bends ,im new on carburetors so i always feed my brain with new information concerning citi golf
Glad I cud help.
Where do we buy a good quality one ? Also what is the function of a fuel separator, is there a video for it ? Thanks
Hi do you have videos of fuel injection golf 1
One last question what size t piece did you use? 4mm 6mm or 12mm
Love your tips helps me a lot
Hi pj love your stuff you been a great help. Although I've not sorted my jetta three out yet still sikkiling. I can start her up but the minute I accelerate she dies. If I accelerate first then start up shell start then suffocate. Please help. I've replaced all sorts of pipes and breathers clean out the carb like you said still no luck. I'm at my wits end. Thanks mnr
Good morning brother. I drive a jetta 3 carburetor. When driving it sound like an automatic car while it's a manual one. What could be the problem? Please help
Where can I get a fuel restrictor, I have been struggling to get one
On my 1.3carb car cuts out when you come to stop while driving let car idle and moved baseplate have a hissing sound when moving it. Is it the baseplate or fuel starvation
Killed it explained to full details
Thanks
I have hesitation after idle it's very frustrating and I suspect dirt in the system,think I should remove carb and blow out jets possibly remove tank and check for dirt etc.i have noticed small silver like particles in the pump fuel bowel no matter how many times i clean out the bowel it comes back almost immediately.any advise would be much appreciated.
I have a 1989 fox with 1600 block and 1800 head. When I hit the accelerator a and keep on a low rev it sometimes missfires or has a flat spot. When pulling away on a low rev it backfires. Can you please assist. New carb,new plug leads,new rotor,new distributor and new cap. Is there anyway I can perhaps contact you directly to advise on what I need to look for
From what I read you replaced a lot of new parts...,so it's hard to say...but check ignition timing .set it with a timing light if u can
.Also check for an air leak..check if carb second stage is closing properly...check vacuum advance pipe if it's connected....but u gona have to feel your way around there ,and in most cases it's something small that's been overlooked...
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy vacuum advanced is connected. I'll check tomorrow morning if the 2nd stage is closing properly and if there's a leak on the carb or intake manifold. There is a slight air sucking sound when revving the car.
The problem I have is that it seems like an electrical problem as I noticed that the watch resets to 0:00.
Were can i get that restrictor that you put on the return line.... What is it realy called??
Nice video. What is the fuel pressure of the pump?
Hi there,Should be around 3 psi
Bro thanks so much for your videos. You got my subscription and like.
Lovely man... Thanks!
Hi PJ, I think I have a faulty ignition coil causing some issues with my vehicle. It is the mk1 1.8 Sport, carburated model with the old cylinder type ignition coil, I just wanted to know if this could be changed to the newer type as on your vehicle ? If you could please advise. Many thanks
Hi Donovan. Looks like we have the same model CitiGolf 1.8 Sport. Mine won't start this am, hence watching this video and fiddling with it.
th-cam.com/users/shorts69FeJcgg32M?si=emjv4zyaY64FulYB
dankie boet 👍
Informative.... Please make a video on why would one need to press the gas pedal in order to get the car started..
Thanks for your comment. On Carb engines it is necessary to pump accelerator once or twice, especially with morning start up.
Im well aware sir but this car was owned by my uncle and he recently passed it down... but even after pumping the pedal it will start for a sec then die, when i hold the pedal a lil bit longer maybe for 3 secs after starting up then it will hold idle.
Good Day PJ.
Thanks for the Videos👍
Do you still have the Fuel Vapor Separator bypassed?
Hi there. Yes I still have it by passed. But I have a T Piece in the fuel line, which ensures I have a return line. Working well,..
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy Many Thanks.
Which way should the arrow on the fuel filter face?
Towards the front ..or running towards the fuel pump
Big bro your channel is really helpful 👌
I'm glad you like it bro!
what is the correct size fuel lines for a mk1 please?
Hi ..it's 6mm
Hi thank u for this video.. Can u please tell me how I can fix overfueling and I revs while driving
What work was recently done on your Mk1?.. Did u change something,..?
Hi, saw the ign coil on your golf. Plse tell me more.
Its the normal ignition coil that comes with the lata models .Im assuming you have the bottle shaped coil
Hi pj my car is getting fuel and randomly cutting out while driving what could be problem fuel pump in order everything it’s a carb car
#1top mechanic
Nah, not a top mechanic... What I know about mk1 is because of my experience as a Mk1 owner over 30 years. By the way, I had 3 golf's and a fox in my time. . Nice cars.
Hi.
Whats the purpose of the Restricter and where can i get it or Can i just put a t piece with no Restricter?
The restrictor in the return line ensures that only a certain amount of fuel runs back to the tank..if it was just free flow you will not have enough fuel pressure to your carb and engine will cut out or jerk at higher speeds.you must have a restrictor ..Try smaller spares shops or second hand scrap yards .I don't think Goldwagen stocks these
Nice video! 👏👏👏
Pleasure
HI!
Thanks for sharing your experience with us. Could you maybe tell us the purpose and the functioning of the seperator?
Hi. Thanks for your feedback.. I actually have a video on this channel where I explain the separator. Just have a look on the channel. Please also subscribe. All content is free
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy
Hi PJ, great video!
Question: nearing the end of a long drive (45km) our Chico Mk1 begins jerking @ 100-130km/h & thus loses speed. We slow down and it travels fine until we have to go uphill around 40-80km/h (on this long distance) and then it starts jerking again.
Could it just be a rubber pipe dilating and actually sucking in air, or is it rather 1 of your indicated potential issues here in this video?
@@calebornellas5381. Hi there. I had a similar experience, and it turned out to be the fuel pump.... Happened a lot when going up hill... Have that checked out, and maybe replace. Thanks
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy Same here, feels like it's always the fuel pump that packs up.
@@hyperiondig fuel separator is a reservoir which holds fuel ready to be used by the carb...it also removes bubbles and vapour from the fuel before it reaches the carb.....some believe it's not necessary ,....... it has its disadvantages too...for example, it tends to get hot ,causing the fuel to boil as it's too close to the engine.,and that can cause jerking and fuel starvation etc,and they can also become clogged up over time with rust particles etc...so good to change it from time to time..
Would a non return valve work as a restrictor or what is the name of the restrictor? I can't find one anywhere! Thank you
As long as the valve has the right diameter hole in there ..because a certain amount of fuel must flow back to tank ....look around at smaller spare shops too ..
So why are we disconnecting the return and the feed on the tank, what are we doing there after removal? Because you went from the straight to the fuel separator??
Well the whole video is focused around removing or identifying any form of blockage which can cause fuel starvation. So, when we remove the fuel sender our intention is to determine if the fuel pick up is blocked, and that I have indicated in the pic of the fuel sender, where I specifically made a note in the pic, that you need to clean the fuel pick up pipe. See 6.22
@PJ's - GOLF Mk1 - DIY *_ Hi PJ, thanks for all the vlogs you post for us Golf owners! I have a serious problem with my Citi 2001 - 1.6 carb model. As soon as it gets hot and has to sit in traffic at say a robot the car cuts out. (Been in Paarl the last couple of days and temps have been 34Deg C) I then have to pull the pipe off at the filter, suck fuel and blow it into the pipe going to the Separator/Carb obviously through the filter. Once I've done this the car starts and off I go UNTIL the next bit of congestion where the car is crawling along and BAM, Daar vrek die ding!! Open bonnet... repeat .... petrol tastes K@K! Yes the separator is very hot to the touch.... Should I go the T piece route? Please help as it's getting embarrassing at robots _*
Hi. Its because the high temp is causing the fuel literaly to boil in the separator.. Because it's very close to the engine. Some guys have found a way to put the separator away from the engine.., like at the end of the cylinder head, but u will need to make a bracket to make it fit. Or just go the route of the t piece. I have not had an issue since I used the t piece.,
Howzit ..do you know why my car can hit 120kmh but then drastically loose speed even with my foot down.
Hi, where do I get the correct restrictor for the return line please?
Goldwagen should have it
Hi Mr. Jones. Nice videos n thanks for all the nice content. Are you currently still running with the mod and did it effect your fuel consumption...? Thanks
Hi. Pleasure!..Yes still running...fuel consumption seems to be same as with a fuel separator
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy Thanks again. Keep up the good work. Regards my broer
Hi do you have a workshop cause I'm a woman and got Golf Mk1 2005 Chico with feulpump/carburetor problem.
Hey I love your Videos and I recently got stuck
I wanna bypass the fuel separator and add the T piece and also that valve on the return - I have 2 Questions
1. What size is the T piece (milimeters )and where can I get it?
2. That valve you added to the pipe for return what is it called and where can I but it thanks .
Hi you can get the T valve at Goldwagen or spares shop.. It must be able to fit in a 6mm fuel pipe... And the part on the return pipe is called a non return valve
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy mine does not have a non return valve will ot affect the car. Got problems with to much feul pressure in the tank?
@@jwracing832 you have to have the return valve ... otherwise you will have too much fuel being pumped directly to tank and not carb..
Hi my car is cutting of petrol wen I am changing number 2
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@@pjs-golfmk1-diy ive got this problem with my mk1 gti.fuel pump works but no fuel making her tick over.she ticks over if i put a small bit i the carb.sparks are ok.confused what it could be.....
I removed the mechanical pump and installed a electric fuel pump and she runs soo much better now
Great to hear you have it sorted. Just monitor and give feedback again after few days. Thanks
how?
@@sjjohnson3734 blank plate to blank of the mechanical fuel pump, electrical pump install wire to ingnitons switch
how to you set the air fue; mixture screw i,, 3 plugs are burning black how do i fix that
Hi there. I have a video on my channel " Carb Tuning" . Pls have a look, it explains the setting of air fuel screw . Thanks
Your Videos are really really informative and great for us.. I just want to find out I have a 1.6 Citi carburetor and have fuel starvation issues... i have replaced and checked everything in your video.. plugs, pump, fuel lines, fuels separator replaced with T Piece and restricter.. cleaned the carburetor as well as distributor.. but it still just cuts out as if it does not get fuel and when I checked the fuel filter its sucks the fuel back to the tank and emptying the filter... any advice?
Hi there', . Thanks sir. When does it cut out?.. when you driving hard? , or just cruising? .. Did you check the flow of fuel coming out at carb, from pump..?.. Like, let it run into a bottle while engine idles.. See how strong the flow is. Did you check the tank, if it's clear.?
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy thanx pJ, yes i checked the tank its super clean... the flow is strong and steady going to the carburetor.... the flow is also strong going back to the tank.. when I idle the engine just randomly cuts... I have to drive it.. extremely hard for it not to cut out
I also have a similar problem with my 1.4 carburetor golf, im at a point where im considering pouring fuel on the whole car and just forget about it. Everything in engine has been replaced, but problem persists especially when im driving uphill.
@@keanedad oh my goodness, yes it does that to me going up hill.. very weird
Is it wrong to move the separator away from its hot normal position to a cooler place?
Yes ,if u can move it away from its original location to somewhere at the end of the cylinder head it would not get so hot ....I know some Mk1 owners have done this...just takes a bit of creative thinking...
Baie dankie oom
Plesier.. :)
my car went out of gas. now it starts fine and revs good but when i drive like a 100m it dies again but gets good feul to carb?
Could just be a blockage
Check your fuel filter.,could be some dirt stuck in your fuel pick up in the tank ,so just take off the fuel filter and blow down that pipe toward the tank...check fuel separator too
Hi, thanks for the video! Just one question. I am new to the carb cars. I have a mk1 but earlier the car didn't want to start, there is a humming sound coming from the engine. Could it be the fuel pump?
Hi, mechanical fuel pumps don't usually make a humming sound, like the pumps on fuel injection models. The oil pump cud also be making that humming sound... Or the gearbox..
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy oh okay thank you. Before I switched the car off there was a petrol smell and yesterday while driving there was a sudden loss of power with a slight jerk which returned when I accelerate harder.
Where can I buy a t-piece for my golf
Most spares shops have it .even try. Goldwagen
Good day Mr J where are u situated i need ur expertise on polo playa 2000 1.6 desperately. Not sure if i may leave my no on this platform
Hi you could WhatsApp me on 082 346 2437...
Can a straight fuel pump,, work on a car that had a curved pump on the part that goes on the camshaft
I wud not trust that.. Rather get the correct part made for that specific engine
I went all over I cant find that specific pump even at goldwagen
@@modupetsomo9585 so u say it's a jetta.... Why has it got a curved tip? Maybe that was the wrong part anyway.. You need to just check with goldwagen.. Take that part with and ask if a normal straight tip will work on the car
Howzit pj...please explain how the vacuum hose connects work for stage 2 vacuum advance...when I connect it it seems to keep the idling high...idle screw becomes useless...no matter what I do the revs hunt
Hi there. Do u have it connected to the corrected port on carb.unless your diaphragm has got a cut or tear in it. Sucking air.
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy it is running from the big diaphragm to the brake booster hose...i also notice there is a small screw that can be adjusted...has a size 7 nut on it...
carb is new
@@dylanburtonburton7728 then your carb is slightly different.. Is it a Ks2?... Anyway look again at my vid. And then u can see where that 2nd stage pipe goes onto the carb..
Evening, I know this is a old video but ive replaced my fuel separator with a t valve / joint. I just want to make sure is it normal for the mechanical fuel pump to get hot, can touch it but it is warm enough to burn, is this normal as I can remember if it got that hot before I did the swap with the fuel separator
Hi. Is it Def after u put t joint in.. Was it doing this before...?... Pump shud not get scorching hot. try reverting to fuel separator and see if it still happens.
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy thanks, I will put separator on again and see what happens
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy and the heat can't be coming from my fuel line (going into pump) that is laying against my water line the top big one coming from my radiator
Show me the feul injection 2 change
How to adjust the curberetor so that it does not chow too much fuel
Hi. Have a look at this video... th-cam.com/video/L4E1SqIsR0A/w-d-xo.html
Hi JP my mk1 1.3 vrek as ek op draans staan wat kan dit is help pls
Sounds like low fuel pressure..how old is the fuel pump
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy 2 years old
@@elroyadams6814 you should have it tested ..these mechanical pumps can pack up very quick..I have a video on that topic.will send the link now
@@elroyadams6814 th-cam.com/video/yBvQrfIXa_c/w-d-xo.html
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy ek het n new pump gekoop en dit werk reg dankie se JP
Hi where can I find the T-piece that you are using. Thanks in advance
Hi there. Most spare shops have these.. You can get plastic, or even metal type...
Thank for asking
hi pj plz tell me how to adjust distributer....car is killing me on fuel its 1.6 carb
and car is pinging
the carb is tuned CO's have been set to 1,7 on the CO2 machine
You say it's carb... Have u tried setting it with a timing gun/light?
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy
no u havent
but why is this car so heavy on fuel
if i fill like R60 i am getting like 24kms
i ment i havent tried using timing light
perhaps would u like to chat on whatsapp
If your ignition timing is not set on the mark you will use more fuel. I suggest first have that done.
Hi PJ,I have checked all these possible areas but my petrol filter stil has little petrol in it. I have replaced the petrol filter, petrol pump and have inserted a t-piece but still nothing. What else can I do?
I have a Golf 1.3 Carb
Do you have fuel starvation symptoms... Does the car cut out and jerk?.. If it is, check how strong the flow of fuel is from the pump,by taking off the pipe running into the carb.it should give spurts of fuel ...not a gentle trickle.Your pump may be new ,but it could just be bad quality..
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy ok I will check it out tomorrow. Thank yoh have a good evening
Hi PJ, I have switched the petrol pump, there is a little bit more petrol however, the petrol filter is not even 1/4 full in the filter. What else could it be? Could it be that the pipe from the tank to the petrol filter might have a crack or hole somewhere. Thank you
@@hadleypetersen8873 the petrol filter is not meant to fill up while the engine is running ... The suction of the fuel pump does not allow the fuel to settle in the filter... its just supposed to flow through the filter. The most important thing is if you have nice strong Spurts of fuel coming out of the pipe going into the carb.. Have you checked on that yet?. In my latest video I talk more about this. Have a look at the video. youtu.be/th-cam.com/video/yBvQrfIXa_c/w-d-xo.html
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy Thank you PJ, I thought the petrol was supposed to settle in the filter because I recall in one of your videos that you checked the filter to see if there is petrol in there. Also, should there be some petrol in the filter or is it meant to be empty? I will do the test you recommended.
My pump looks like it struggled to suck the feul, any tips or do you think the t piece will fix that?
Hi. Yes you could try a T piece... And see if there's a difference. You must use a 6mm t piece.. Sometimes the fuel separators. are the problem..
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy oom you life saver! I connect the pump directly to my 34 weber om my 1.3 chico and she is running sweet, the feul starvations is gone just did 30km without skipping a beat
I got a 6mm brass t piece instead of plastic hope fully it will last longer
@@joachimcilliers hi there Joachim. That's good to hear.. Did you have on a fuel separator before u connected direct to Carb, from pump? . I speak under correction that u don't need a return pipe if you have a weber carb.... But I'm glad it's running great... Just keep monitoring it and give us more feedback in a couple of days..
@@joachimcilliers have u fitted the T piece also..?
Had a similiar problem t piece did the job.Thanx for you quick reply to my email much appreciated.Im looking to replace the restrictor on return line,does anyone know what the inner diameter of the restrictor looking to have a piece machined,thanx
Hi, I'm not exactly sure, but the return pipe is 6mm so I wud imagine the restrictor wud be around between 2.5 to 3.5mm.
Hi sir i hope you can help, my mk1 just dies while driving theirs spark and fuel, brake booster and pipes are sealed what might be the problem? It dies while driving but as soon as you start it while rolling it starts again thanks in advance.
Fuel pump?..
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy I did wht you said and the flow at the carb is strong
Migth it be dizzy?
@@ronaldotrevinobasson5490 Maybe focus now on the electronics. Check dizzy, rotor, leads, coil,.. Module
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy Thank you i will try that.
Hello where can i buy a T piece i really need it
Hi, Any spares shop... Try and get the brass or metal ones.. Much stronger.
Good day sir. How can one fix a faulty float (not correct reading given at the fuel gauge)?
Help please👏
Hi Jered.have u tried taking the float out as I show in video?... Maybe it's a bit stuck or the ball could have a hole in it and fuel fills up the ball, and weighs it downward giving wrong reading... It's best to take it out and inspect...
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy I did an inspection but I didn't look if there's any holes in the ball.
I only cleaned the resistor thing.
Thanks Mr PJ
@@jeredklaase7896 OK cool. Hopefully not, but maybe u just need to replace that unit..
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy the whole float unit? Can one buy it new?
@@jeredklaase7896 yes u can buy that unit... It comes with float and pick up.. You just need to connect your pipes and float plug..