180hp 1.8t in Bug

[volkdent]

What is the common way to hook up the thermoswitch for the radiator fans? I'm thinking at the inlet of the engine, so regardless, the fans are operating to keep the entering water at the right temp. I'll be able to set the fan start temp for whatever I want, so that's not really an issue.

Pretty much done with the fuel system now. Just need to get a couple of things cleaned up and then wiring for the fuel pump.

I need to pull the motor again, I found out I'm missing a couple of bits that hold the throwout arm in place, not so good, so I'll get the motor yanked and hopefully that will be the last time till I take it apart for the final clean up and beautifying!!! Yes, AFTER it IS running!!!

Jason

[Steve C]

Hi

Does your ECU have a fan control wire. If not I used a probe from http://www.daviescraig.com.au on my top radiator hose. If you go for an adjustable probe like I did, don't set the temperature too low.

Steve

[volkdent]

Yep, the 034 ECU has a variable temp trigger. I'm looking online for a VDO ****pit style Temp guage too, I suppose I need to actually see it in front of me as I'm driving!

Jason

[Panelfantastic]

Originally Posted by volkdent

What is the common way to hook up the thermoswitch for the radiator fans? I'm thinking at the inlet of the engine, so regardless, the fans are operating to keep the entering water at the right temp. I'll be able to set the fan start temp for whatever I want, so that's not really an issue. Jason

On the Eco, the switch was just prior the t-stat. What is the factory location? One caution, up high is good but not so high that if it ran a little low of coolant, you wouldnt know it was cooking. I went through a whole air pocket headache with mine in the factory spot because it was impossible to get bled past the t-stat.

If you havent already, look into the variable fan controllers. They usually include sender and ey'ting you need. What I thought was the shizz is the soft start and faster as you need it function. I never got around to upgrading to one. When my fans kicked on, it put a serious hurt on the electrics and made the Eco skip a beat. The soft start takes care of that.

Keep plugging away! I have to live vicariously through your project for the time being.


Jeff-