My golf mk2 has a spark and petrol goes to the carb and i set it to TDC but it is off by one or two teeth can that be the reason why is does not want to start when the ignition is turned it fires but it does not want to idle at all it does sound like it wants to take but nothing.. is it the two teeth out or is it something else thats the problem
Your timing is now set to top dead center, which means you'll have to adjust your idle speed again. You'll notice that the engine idles slower as you align the two marks. According to specs, timing should be at around 6 degrees before tdc (firewall side) to allow the entire charge per intake stroke to be burned before the piston starts its way down again, or your performance will drop. If the two marks align, you'll need to turn up your idle speed to keep it around 1000rpm which will result in a very rich mixture when idling. Problem with this is that you have to get the balance between idle speed and timing right. Too far before tdc and it will start pinging under load, too close to tdc and it will jerk and sputter when you pull away due to too much fuel in the mix... I've had some trouble figuring out why my '03 1.4 carb was being so full of shit when I tried it for the first time...
Vilber, thanks. I've adjusted whilst listening to the idle at running temperature but it pings while driving but no power loss. I don't see any marks as shown in the video. I know it's tricky if the carburettor is not set. Mine is a 1995 Chico mk1. I'll try again when I get time. You know time just flies . I would appreciate any suggestions from you .
I did this on my toyota tazz I had to disconnect the timing advance and close up one of the vacuum pipes coming from the carburetor to set the advance timing...now the tazz is more responsive and such a joy to drive...I still need to figure out how to do it on my vw mk2 gts....
@@lilskhalo7787 you buy a timing ligh with a timing dial guage. Tjen you preset the gauge to say the 6 degrees. Then you adjust your distributor till the marks line up again. Your torque should be spot on.
Great video thx.If I'm correct you are setting your ignition timing on exatlyTDC?I'm using a static timing gun and my 2002 1.4 carb Citi golf does not allow me to bring the diamond mark on the flywheel to the center mark. I have read that my car should be timed 3 degrees before TDC.So I'm thinking of getting/lending a digital light to set the degrees and then move the dizzy till the marks align...side note my timing marks on the flywheel, crank,cam does align when I manually turn the engine..
Great videos! thanks I have a 1.6 '99 Golf Cabrio - AFT engine 187k km, manual. I have recently replaced the distributor so wanted to make sure the timing 100% correct. Is the prodcedure the same? The engine looks very similiar, just a updated a bit. It also has a slightly rough idle which I have been trying to solve. No vacuum leaks, all new ignition parts, spotless throttle body, air filter etc. I wondering if you have any ideas for me to solve that also. Thanks. - Fellow south african living in Portugal. :)
good day, I have a 2.0l 8v ady motor and it sound like it's misfiring and has no power. all the plugs have spark. what could it be. your help would be very much appreciated. thanks
Idle switch , fuel pump and check for vacuum suctions at your intake manifold , gasket , injectors. Pour a little water and listen for a rise in the idle when the engine is hot.
@@craigrodgers3691 Hello, maybe you sre using wrong ignition coil. Are you using the wright/original one ? Another thing to check is the carburector base/plate.
Timing could be the culprit but it might be something ells. The best to do is to mail me you VIN number and a photo of the distributor to diymotorhous@gmail.com so that we can see if we can get to the root of your problem.
Good day sir. I lied the video. I have a problem with my mk 1 carburator. I bought a new one and somebody fitted it but there are some pipes that are blocked off and I suspect it should not be the case. How should the air pipes be fitted?
Just try and adjust the distributor carefully whilst at running temperature. You will make out what the idle should sound like. Tap your accelerator fast or quickly , if it pinks , then try again . Also check for markings on your pulley and set that it has timing marks. Mark these with chalk , tipex or white paint. Turn your pully until you bring the number 1 valve 'up' by opening your number 1 spark plug . Check if is up with a screwdriver . You'll make out and feel when it's up. You might have to adjust the carburettor settings also.
@@craigrodgers3691 if I recall correctly, 2-3 degrees. The engine doesn't seem to like being set at 6 with unleaded petrol or LRP (lead replacement petrol).
Hi Charlie the plug on the bell housing consists of two parts the first part just plus out the other part have a 28 mm hex indentation with a right-hand thread. please feel free to mail me at diymotorhous@gmail.com a picture of the plug and i will send you a fix for the problem.
Such a clear and helpful guide. Isn't it great to have people like you to share know-how with us. Bless you.
thank you . first mk1 repair DIY video ever!
Thanks for this! Easy as Pie and my car is idling awesome now!
Thanks! Very nice video...now just to get a timing light!hehe
Wow what a helpful guide to set the timing the right way
Thank you very much for the video, very clear and informative.
Any videos on correctly adjusting clutch cable? Your videos are very helpful
Nice info, just what i needed.👍
I love your videos, they are very informative and clear, could you please do a video on how to replace a clutch on citi golf.
thanks in advance
Well done!! thank you
thanks alot i like this
thanks a lot broer
thanx for info.what if the carburettor mix and idling is not correct?can I still set ignition timing?cause my carb mix is not right..
S9 when you set your ignition timing like that do you first make sure your cam and crank are also on their marks as well (1 fire 4 rock;TDC)?
My golf mk2 has a spark and petrol goes to the carb and i set it to TDC but it is off by one or two teeth can that be the reason why is does not want to start when the ignition is turned it fires but it does not want to idle at all it does sound like it wants to take but nothing.. is it the two teeth out or is it something else thats the problem
Your timing is now set to top dead center, which means you'll have to adjust your idle speed again. You'll notice that the engine idles slower as you align the two marks. According to specs, timing should be at around 6 degrees before tdc (firewall side) to allow the entire charge per intake stroke to be burned before the piston starts its way down again, or your performance will drop. If the two marks align, you'll need to turn up your idle speed to keep it around 1000rpm which will result in a very rich mixture when idling. Problem with this is that you have to get the balance between idle speed and timing right. Too far before tdc and it will start pinging under load, too close to tdc and it will jerk and sputter when you pull away due to too much fuel in the mix... I've had some trouble figuring out why my '03 1.4 carb was being so full of shit when I tried it for the first time...
Vilber, thanks. I've adjusted whilst listening to the idle at running temperature but it pings while driving but no power loss. I don't see any marks as shown in the video. I know it's tricky if the carburettor is not set. Mine is a 1995 Chico mk1. I'll try again when I get time. You know time just flies . I would appreciate any suggestions from you .
Hallo. I have a question, how do u adjust your idle speed and how do u get 6 degrees from the fly wheel mark. Your help will be highly appreciated
I did this on my toyota tazz I had to disconnect the timing advance and close up one of the vacuum pipes coming from the carburetor to set the advance timing...now the tazz is more responsive and such a joy to drive...I still need to figure out how to do it on my vw mk2 gts....
Run the marks at 6 degree BTDC
@@lilskhalo7787 you buy a timing ligh with a timing dial guage. Tjen you preset the gauge to say the 6 degrees. Then you adjust your distributor till the marks line up again. Your torque should be spot on.
Excellent video - very helpful. Do you use any advance correction for different grades of fuel, for example now we use unleaded?
hi is it possible to do a video on how to tune a keihn carb on the citi golf thank you
Hi is it pretty much the same process for a Polo Playa 1.6?
Baie dankie
Hi please will this help on a polo classic 1.4
Great video thx.If I'm correct you are setting your ignition timing on exatlyTDC?I'm using a static timing gun and my 2002 1.4 carb Citi golf does not allow me to bring the diamond mark on the flywheel to the center mark. I have read that my car should be timed 3 degrees before TDC.So I'm thinking of getting/lending a digital light to set the degrees and then move the dizzy till the marks align...side note my timing marks on the flywheel, crank,cam does align when I manually turn the engine..
I go for 5 deg as I am in Pretoria. 3 deg is coastal setting.
Thank you guys
Great videos! thanks
I have a 1.6 '99 Golf Cabrio - AFT engine 187k km, manual. I have recently replaced the distributor so wanted to make sure the timing 100% correct.
Is the prodcedure the same? The engine looks very similiar, just a updated a bit.
It also has a slightly rough idle which I have been trying to solve. No vacuum leaks, all new ignition parts, spotless throttle body, air filter etc.
I wondering if you have any ideas for me to solve that also. Thanks.
- Fellow south african living in Portugal. :)
hi there..
my citi golf 1 1.8 darb is refusing to start up.
this after I changed the coil and distributor.
it must be the timing of the spark plug?
Effing awesome!!! Can you do one with the valve timing as well?
+pjaenator Have a look at my video on replacing the timing belt. It is all there
Hi guys need help my citi golf MK1 2005 carb has a slight mis when I pull away what can it be please help
Hello, where do you rotate the distributor ? When you are loosening the size 13 bolt, does that actual distributor piece rotate afterwards ? Thank you
Yes, the whole unit rotates left or right...
It would seem you left your dizzy housing to loose, you should go back and check with the gun to see if there's any movement.
good day, I have a 2.0l 8v ady motor and it sound like it's misfiring and has no power. all the plugs have spark. what could it be. your help would be very much appreciated. thanks
veshan govender hey man, if it's not the spark plugs, there could be a large amount of carbon build up in the valves which do result in misfiring
I remove distributor in my Audi 80 1.8s in Wrong whay how can I put correct position
Guys, my mk1 golf(2007) 1.4i is not idling & I've set my accelerator to max. What could it be? It will only idle when the car is warm.
Idle switch , fuel pump and check for vacuum suctions at your intake manifold , gasket , injectors. Pour a little water and listen for a rise in the idle when the engine is hot.
Hey there i have a problem with my citi golf 1.4 2005 carb car drives normally when cold but when it reaches tempreture it pings badly
Hi same model same problem what was your issue?
@@craigrodgers3691 Hello, maybe you sre using wrong ignition coil. Are you using the wright/original one ? Another thing to check is the carburector base/plate.
Hi yes Sergio I changed based plate already think mine is more timing
Good day I have a problem with no power and flat spot, what could be wrong.
Timing could be the culprit but it might be something ells. The best to do is to mail me you VIN number and a photo of the distributor to diymotorhous@gmail.com so that we can see if we can get to the root of your problem.
I would look at the vapour trap....
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At what degree u set it
Hi did you get degree setting
Control after you need must
Good day sir. I lied the video. I have a problem with my mk 1 carburator. I bought a new one and somebody fitted it but there are some pipes that are blocked off and I suspect it should not be the case. How should the air pipes be fitted?
You don't hav to open distributor cap
I can't remove the bloody green plug
what about mk2's
?
Basically the same process as they share the same engine.
There's no marking in mine. 😑
Just try and adjust the distributor carefully whilst at running temperature. You will make out what the idle should sound like. Tap your accelerator fast or quickly , if it pinks , then try again . Also check for markings on your pulley and set that it has timing marks. Mark these with chalk , tipex or white paint. Turn your pully until you bring the number 1 valve 'up' by opening your number 1 spark plug . Check if is up with a screwdriver . You'll make out and feel when it's up. You might have to adjust the carburettor settings also.
At what degrees are you setting the timing?
Jeremy Daniels TDC 0°; but manufacture recommends 6° BTDC
Pings at 6 with 95 octane, probably best to drop to 4 or 3.
@@Visionery1 what was your setting?
@@craigrodgers3691 if I recall correctly, 2-3 degrees. The engine doesn't seem to like being set at 6 with unleaded petrol or LRP (lead replacement petrol).
Thanks
Hi Charlie the plug on the bell housing consists of two parts the first part just plus out the other part have a 28 mm hex indentation with a right-hand thread. please feel free to mail me at diymotorhous@gmail.com a picture of the plug and i will send you a fix for the problem.