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I’m rebuilding an engine in an ITB Rabbit. After overheating the oil and loosing oil pressure the engine started to knock. After tear down I found #1 & #3 rod bearings were the problem. I noticed that the rods on those two cylinders were discolored from the heat. Otherwise they look fine. I...

Does anyone know if there is a head height spec of a 84 Rabbit GTI. The GCR allowes .025 less than service limit if there is a specification avalible. While we're on the subject of specs, can a Work Shop Manual be purchased at the dealer or any other source. If so how much can I expect to...

Can someone tell me how to tell weather 1.8 Rabbit has a Hydraulic lifter or Solid lifter cam in it? Is a Hydraulic cam head the same as a Solid head? Are both legal in an ITB Rabbit GTI? If so, which one would be the setup of preference? Any input is appreciated.