injector pump and shifter

Dec 20, 2003 7 Replies
J

Hi Gang



I was thinking of buying a new Golf TDI but seem to be reading about a lot of problems with fuel injector pumps having to be replaced at a cost of about $2500.00.



Doesn't VW have a decent pump or at least a good warranty on these pumps?



I also had a 1970 and 1973 VW bugs on which I put in an Indy shifter which a real nice "T" handle. (still have the shifter)



I was wondering if anyone knows of a shifter which is similar for the new Golf.



This is an excellent newsgroup. Thanks for any comments.



John


Vote
Twitter Facebook LinkedIn
W

That's a bunch of bull! Our shop has only replaced maybe 3-4 pumps since

1999!

Vote
Twitter Facebook LinkedIn
P

In the last 4 years, I can only think of 2 TDI injector pumps that have failed, so I would have to say it is a very rare problem. What year model are you thinking of getting?

As for the shifter, if you get an automatic, it will be a T handle knob on the gear selector. If you get a manual, I'm sure one could be mounted onto the shift rod if one really wanted to.

Vote
Twitter Facebook LinkedIn
A

Where were you reading about all the "bad" pumps?

Vote
Twitter Facebook LinkedIn
P

How about that price tag? Is that really the cost?

Vote
Twitter Facebook LinkedIn
W

Not sure on the price because the ones we did were under warranty.

Vote
Twitter Facebook LinkedIn

Join the Discussion

Have something to add? Share your thoughts — no account required.

Didn't find your answer?

Ask the community — no account required