Hey Guys, l just need to stress this point: With this video I'm not saying that the fuel seperator is a wrong,or bad thing.Engineers obviously knew what they were doing when they designed this part..,but what I am saying is that the fuel that we getting today literally can boil in the fuel seperator,..and this causes a problem,as the heat vaporises the fuel that goes into the carburetor..causing performance issues ..If you are able to use a bit of creative thinking you could move the seperator away from the heat of the engine,where it can still function normally and not hinder or obstruct other parts on the engine .
Yes I agree with that ..if u can move the separator away from the heat of engine ...and put it on spot where it can still function normally without hindering or obstructing other parts ...takes a bit of creative thinking yes
I follow your advice on the T-piece mr paul and my problems is solved,driving for a month now withvthe T-piece and have no problems anymore...Thank you Mr paul for your good advice
Ok that's great to hear ..Just ensure you have a fuel return line. It can actually work without the return line ,but then you have too much fuel pressure on the carb line ..and you will see fuel leaking on the side of carb...and it can also cause a hard start because it will flood ,like wetting the spark plugs...
@@waynejerome9851 yes you see the seperator is actually a good thing ..but with it being so close to the engine the fuel gets hot and it vaporises...and that causes issues on performance... I have seen someone move the separator to the end of the cylinder head,like above the distributor...and it doesn't get so hot there..and apparently he says it works fine there..but u will have to make it fit there ,by making a bracket.
@pj's i have a 1993 mk1 golf carb, my issue is on a slope she sikkels to start could the fual seperator cause this problem ? If not what could be the cause 🤷
I still had to keep mine...it serves as the return line back to the tank and helps reduce pressure into the carburetor. Do you have a video of a tear down of the pieburg VW golf carburetor?
Hello sir..i have a 1.4 carb and my problem is the car's idle is fine then all of a sudden it drops and go's up and down but after i rev it over 3x1000 then its good again for a while and when it does that it struggle to start also
Going to do this. I bought my 2007 1.4 CitiRythm with the separator delete already done. It’s there still but not connected. My pump is going directly to my carb… I notice the leaking also. How big of a an in-line fuel restrictor do you use or is it not so important? Thanks!
Thank you sir I love music.Its a pity we content creators are restricted to use mainly RUclips's music ,otherwise I'd use my personal preference of music,like Jazz etc
Had my 1800 Golf 1 20 years. It's 32 years old. 300,000 on the clock. Never had an issue with this, and I redline it everytime I drive it. Guess I'm just lucky.
Really appreciate this advice. It's exactly the symptoms i have been experiencing. Do you have links as to where to buy the T and restrictor?? Thank you so much.
For the restrictor I used an old carb jet, I just drilled the hole out to make it a bit bigger I forget exactly but I think to 2mm. The old car jet fits nicely into the 6mm rubber hose.
I was thinking about this. I am going to try the 'creative ' option initially, and will move the fuel Seperator to a cooler place. If this does not improve things a delete will be in order !
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy I deleted the unit, there was no Improvement on moving it. I also fitted a bit of a restriction to the return as you suggested. I was able to purchase a brass tee piece which for me is a good solid alternative. I opened the separator unit to see why it was faulty, not so much dirt, but the plastic screen was loose and I think the fuel quality as you said makes a difference. So far all is well and I am happy with performance. Further, I did recently change the very old original coil...... Further improvement In performance. Thank you so much for your channel.
True ; but it has its problems as I pointed out in the video..one of that is the fuel can get very hot in the seperator,causing fuel to vaporize,and that will cause issues with performance
Did you replace the fuel pump with a genuine Pierburg? I find most if not all non-genuine fuel pumps cause fuel starvation so you do have to delete the separator as shown in the video@@quintusvanderwalt2916
Hi pj please help my golf 1 1,4 head carburetor is leaking water behind the tensioner there a dimple of a hole where water comes out how can I fix this problem
Hi. PJ, what is the value of the restrictor, will it only allow fuel to return to the tank when a specific pressure is obtained. Can you please assist.
The inline restrictor is a one way valve and only allows a certain amount of fuel to run back to tank.. basically it partially restricts the flow..and that sort of maintains or regulates the fuel pressure going into the carb...If you had no restrictor,fuel would flow back to tank too fast and too much..and in that case your carb would be starved ,causing too little fuel for optimum performance...
Thanks for your response. As you converted, my thoughts were the following. What is the diameter of the t-piece. What is the restrictor value, is it 5psi or 8psi. I don't want to do it and find that it either to low
@@bernardmartin3322 the restrictor has been on my engine since it's existence ..( VW factory fitted ).you should have one on your fuel return if u have a fuel seperator .Don't have the exAct diameter of t piece ,but it fits snug into 6mm fuel hose
Thanks. My son actually has a mk2 1600 golf. The original restrictor broke but was replaced with a 3mm diameter oneway valve. I think the original was about 1-1.5mm in diameter. Will have to look for one. Thanks . I think the small diameter is actually restricting the fuel. I stand corrected of course. Thanks again.
@@bernardmartin3322 I'm not sure if Goldwagen stocks them because I've heard of people struggling to find them..I'm too scared to even tamper on mine to take it out,(just in the unfortunate scenario it also breaks), so that I could have a good look what's written on it in terms of size and psi .But I'm also going to try and source new one before I take mine out .
Hello ,I have some trouble with my car,std 2liter 8valve golf mk1 agg carburetor motor with a 276 cam,the problem im facing is when i drive and the engine is warm and i park it for 30-40 minutes and then try to start it the car takes about 7seconds of cranking before it starts but if i leave it for an hour it start perfectly in one kick, same if the engine is warm and i switch it off and restart the engine it starts perfectly ,something is happening in that 30-40 minutes when i leave it,it is a freshly build motor and it did that before the rebuild aswell,other than that the car drive perfectly ,hopefully someone had this problem before because I'm wasting money on parts that isn't the issue . Things i have changed: New carburetor+baseplate New distribitor with leads New fuel pump New coil New tp-100 module New fuel tank breather New fuel separator,does the same without and return line blanked off New steel fuel filter The choke is wired fully open all the time
I moved my fuel separator about 2years ago. No problem since. Not sure how to add a pic here to show anyone who needs abit of guidance or just an idea on how to do it or how i did it. Since i moved it, i no longer get stuck cause the carburettor is not getting fuel.
Hey Guys, l just need to stress this point:
With this video I'm not saying that the fuel seperator is a wrong,or bad thing.Engineers obviously knew what they were doing when they designed this part..,but what I am saying is that the fuel that we getting today literally can boil in the fuel seperator,..and this causes a problem,as the heat vaporises the fuel that goes into the carburetor..causing performance issues ..If you are able to use a bit of creative thinking you could move the seperator away from the heat of the engine,where it can still function normally and not hinder or obstruct other parts on the engine .
I moved mine away from the engine and this solved the problem. Our fuel has some ethanol in it which has lowered the boiling point.
Yes I agree with that ..if u can move the separator away from the heat of engine ...and put it on spot where it can still function normally without hindering or obstructing other parts ...takes a bit of creative thinking yes
Where did you move it to
@@Alex-ym2sg I believe Patrick moved his to the end of the cylinder head just above the distributor..maybe he can send you a pic..
I follow your advice on the T-piece mr paul and my problems is solved,driving for a month now withvthe T-piece and have no problems anymore...Thank you Mr paul for your good advice
Ok that's great to hear ..Just ensure you have a fuel return line.
It can actually work without the return line ,but then you have too much fuel pressure on the carb line ..and you will see fuel leaking on the side of carb...and it can also cause a hard start because it will flood ,like wetting the spark plugs...
@pjs-golfmk1-diy ja i did exactly the way you say on the video on tiktok and I have the return line on thanks so much
@@waynejerome9851 yes you see the seperator is actually a good thing ..but with it being so close to the engine the fuel gets hot and it vaporises...and that causes issues on performance...
I have seen someone move the separator to the end of the cylinder head,like above the distributor...and it doesn't get so hot there..and apparently he says it works fine there..but u will have to make it fit there ,by making a bracket.
I just ran into exactly the same issue, fuel was vaporising and leaking into the inside of the car through the vents, I'm gna copy this exact setup
Mr p j can i perhaps fix my wiper switch that is next to steering golf 1 Chico please
@pj's i have a 1993 mk1 golf carb, my issue is on a slope she sikkels to start could the fual seperator cause this problem ? If not what could be the cause 🤷
We always learn a lot from you. Dankie
I still had to keep mine...it serves as the return line back to the tank and helps reduce pressure into the carburetor.
Do you have a video of a tear down of the pieburg VW golf carburetor?
I understand yes.thats why I fitted a T piece /valve..to reduce pressure into carb.
Sorry I don't have video on the pierburg
Where do you get the fuel separate and fuel restrictions
Hello sir..i have a 1.4 carb and my problem is the car's idle is fine then all of a sudden it drops and go's up and down but after i rev it over 3x1000 then its good again for a while and when it does that it struggle to start also
Hlw Mr PJ can you please help me here my coburator 1.4 gear 4 n 5 no power n the rev goes down also so please help me Boss🙏🙏
I want to replaced my fuel separator with a T-piece, so i want to know where to get a T-piece?
Where can I get that fuel restricter &T peace
Going to do this. I bought my 2007 1.4 CitiRythm with the separator delete already done. It’s there still but not connected. My pump is going directly to my carb… I notice the leaking also.
How big of a an in-line fuel restrictor do you use or is it not so important? Thanks!
Also does it work to use a T piece reducer?
Very clear video, thank you. Just kill the background "music".
Thank you sir
I love music.Its a pity we content creators are restricted to use mainly RUclips's music ,otherwise I'd use my personal preference of music,like Jazz etc
Had my 1800 Golf 1 20 years. It's 32 years old. 300,000 on the clock. Never had an issue with this, and I redline it everytime I drive it. Guess I'm just lucky.
Great information will also do mine, thank you
Ok.cool thanks ..let us know how it goes
Really appreciate this advice. It's exactly the symptoms i have been experiencing. Do you have links as to where to buy the T and restrictor?? Thank you so much.
Could try Goldwagen or smaller spares shops
For the restrictor I used an old carb jet, I just drilled the hole out to make it a bit bigger I forget exactly but I think to 2mm. The old car jet fits nicely into the 6mm rubber hose.
@mfc4591 what size carb jet did you use
old main jet from citi golf carb, it fits well enough not to get 'lost in the workings of the pipe.@@dannybotha62
I was thinking about this. I am going to try the 'creative ' option initially, and will move the fuel Seperator to a cooler place. If this does not improve things a delete will be in order !
Let us know how it goes 👍
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy I deleted the unit, there was no Improvement on moving it. I also fitted a bit of a restriction to the return as you suggested. I was able to purchase a brass tee piece which for me is a good solid alternative. I opened the separator unit to see why it was faulty, not so much dirt, but the plastic screen was loose and I think the fuel quality as you said makes a difference. So far all is well and I am happy with performance. Further, I did recently change the very old original coil...... Further improvement In performance. Thank you so much for your channel.
where can the t piece and fuel restrictor bought at? can we find them at Goldwagen?
Thanks
Yes you could try Goldwagen
I think the fuel separator acts to keep fuel closer to the carb for easier starting.
True ; but it has its problems as I pointed out in the video..one of that is the fuel can get very hot in the seperator,causing fuel to vaporize,and that will cause issues with performance
I replaced the pump, and the carb kit the fuel separater new my car jerk in 3rd gear do you konow why maybe
Its a golf 2 1.6 16 velve
Did you replace the fuel pump with a genuine Pierburg? I find most if not all non-genuine fuel pumps cause fuel starvation so you do have to delete the separator as shown in the video@@quintusvanderwalt2916
Hi pj please help my golf 1 1,4 head carburetor is leaking water behind the tensioner there a dimple of a hole where water comes out how can I fix this problem
Small welsh plug. Needs replacement.
@@vic.smittie.5668 thank you much appreciated
Hi. PJ, what is the value of the restrictor, will it only allow fuel to return to the tank when a specific pressure is obtained. Can you please assist.
The inline restrictor is a one way valve and only allows a certain amount of fuel to run back to tank.. basically it partially restricts the flow..and that sort of maintains or regulates the fuel pressure going into the carb...If you had no restrictor,fuel would flow back to tank too fast and too much..and in that case your carb would be starved ,causing too little fuel for optimum performance...
Thanks for your response. As you converted, my thoughts were the following. What is the diameter of the t-piece. What is the restrictor value, is it 5psi or 8psi. I don't want to do it and find that it either to low
@@bernardmartin3322 the restrictor has been on my engine since it's existence ..( VW factory fitted ).you should have one on your fuel return if u have a fuel seperator .Don't have the exAct diameter of t piece ,but it fits snug into 6mm fuel hose
Thanks. My son actually has a mk2 1600 golf. The original restrictor broke but was replaced with a 3mm diameter oneway valve. I think the original was about 1-1.5mm in diameter. Will have to look for one. Thanks . I think the small diameter is actually restricting the fuel. I stand corrected of course. Thanks again.
@@bernardmartin3322 I'm not sure if Goldwagen stocks them because I've heard of people struggling to find them..I'm too scared to even tamper on mine to take it out,(just in the unfortunate scenario it also breaks), so that I could have a good look what's written on it in terms of size and psi .But I'm also going to try and source new one before I take mine out .
Hello ,I have some trouble with my car,std 2liter 8valve golf mk1 agg carburetor motor with a 276 cam,the problem im facing is when i drive and the engine is warm and i park it for 30-40 minutes and then try to start it the car takes about 7seconds of cranking before it starts but if i leave it for an hour it start perfectly in one kick, same if the engine is warm and i switch it off and restart the engine it starts perfectly ,something is happening in that 30-40 minutes when i leave it,it is a freshly build motor and it did that before the rebuild aswell,other than that the car drive perfectly ,hopefully someone had this problem before because I'm wasting money on parts that isn't the issue .
Things i have changed:
New carburetor+baseplate
New distribitor with leads
New fuel pump
New coil
New tp-100 module
New fuel tank breather
New fuel separator,does the same without and return line blanked off
New steel fuel filter
The choke is wired fully open all the time
How to remove gas separator?
I relocated mine now it's near the coolant reservoir
Where do i find or get the T-Piece?
Try Goldwagen
Hi where do I get the fuel restricted
Apparently they not easily available.,try small spares shops ,second hand spares etc
I will be converting soon
Let's us know how it goes
I moved my fuel separator about 2years ago. No problem since. Not sure how to add a pic here to show anyone who needs abit of guidance or just an idea on how to do it or how i did it. Since i moved it, i no longer get stuck cause the carburettor is not getting fuel.
Yes thanks you could do that too as I mentioned...
My conversion with T valve installed has also worked perfectly for the past 2 years .,..