I'm back, now become WhiteMk2Gti

[RedMk2Gti]

Test run it will put it back in car soon.

[Jarred]

nice one, looks reasonable.

(very mk 1 GTI inspired)

[RedMk2Gti]

Put it back now still haven't connect the oil pressure sensor and wire though.
I'm a bit disappointed with the temp gauge illumination, also has similiar issue that Ryan had, voltmeter only shows 12.x volt. Probably need to pull it out again and run a wire directly from battery to accurately monitor alternator output.

[RedMk2Gti]

New parts arrived, going to be a busy weekend

[ryana89]

Supporting the A/C compressor is the most annoying part.
Or did you get rid of it? It's not a bad job either way.

[RedMk2Gti]

Air cond is still there, I haven't decided to delete it yet.

I think I made a wrong decision to get the lowest temperature thermostat (72 degree), now water temp sitting at 50 degree mark in curising, oil temp hardly get up to 70 degree, I think they are not good for fuel consumption. What thermostat do other people using here ?

I have another issue, the lower cambelt cover is worn out badly, it kind of touch something (could be the cambelt) that cause some scaring noise. Now I need to get a new cover, need to undo all belts and refit again

[blis]

Would using a fan thermo switch of a higher rating get temps up a little higher?

[RedMk2Gti]

Thanks for paying attention to my thread and contributing to others. This car has been sold, hope the new owner see you suggestion and enjoy the car.