All I have just put a 1

Tiny
AJMAC007
  • MEMBER
  • 1998 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
  • 150,000 MILES
Hi all I have just put a 1.8 20 valve engine in my to replace the original 1.6 8 valve. The problem I now have is that the engine seems very under powered or restricted for a better word. It will not seem to go any faster than about 60 mph. At 60 in
Thursday, November 24th, 2011 AT 1:54 PM

6 Replies

Tiny
KHLOW2008
  • MECHANIC
  • 41,814 POSTS
Apart from engine, was the engine computer and wiring replaced?
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Thursday, November 24th, 2011 AT 4:47 PM
Tiny
AJMAC007
  • MEMBER
  • 4 POSTS
Yes I changed the ecu wiring loom and all asociated alarm components. Still had to pay someone to come and re-programme it. I have just changed the coil pack as 1 of the terminals was a bit perished and it seems a little better. Still not performing to its best. I have put a new standard exhaust from the cat back also. I am also a bit concerned about the engine vibration at 60 when in 5th and the car not wanting to go any quicker. DMF maybe? The clutch was replaced about 400 miles ago. And timing belt about 4000. Thanks for your reply
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Thursday, November 24th, 2011 AT 5:20 PM
Tiny
KHLOW2008
  • MECHANIC
  • 41,814 POSTS
Did problem occur after replacement of timing belt?
What model did the engine come from?
Do you have the engine code?
Did you check the fuel lines for restriction?
Is the Check Engine Light indicating?
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Thursday, November 24th, 2011 AT 7:37 PM
Tiny
AJMAC007
  • MEMBER
  • 4 POSTS
Hi there the engine code is agn. I am not sure if this is a problem already on the engine as the timing belt was done by the previous owner. The engine is from the mk4 golf gti 130 non turbo. I have no check engine light either all in all the car seems to be running smooth, the revs are not hunting up and down and it idles sweet. Just no power after about 3500 revs. Just induction noise. Sorry about my description. Thanks again
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Thursday, November 24th, 2011 AT 9:55 PM
Tiny
AJMAC007
  • MEMBER
  • 4 POSTS
The other problem I have is that I paid to have the key koded back to the car as it lost its memory everything was fine untill yesterday. Now my key fob wont operate the alarm/ central locking. I can only open the car manually and when I do the alarm sounds for 30 seconds. But I can still start and drive the car. The central locking will only work via the switch on the inside of the drivers door.
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Thursday, November 24th, 2011 AT 10:05 PM
Tiny
KHLOW2008
  • MECHANIC
  • 41,814 POSTS
I would suggest starting with checking the fuel pressure and delivery.

I could not find any reference to the engine you are refering to. What year model is the engine from?

As to the fob not working, either it has lost its programming or the fob is faulty. You should refer to the person who performed the recoding for you.
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Friday, November 25th, 2011 AT 3:26 PM

Please login or register to post a reply.

Related Engine Low Power Content

Fix an Engine with Low Power!
VIDEO
Fix an Engine with Low Power!
Instructional repair video
Symptoms of Low Engine Power
GUIDE
Symptoms of Low Engine Power
The power your car's engine is producing is important. When you step on the gas you need your car to accelerate, mainly to keep you out of trouble when getting onto the...
VIEW MORE