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AHW Replacement Engine
Posted: Thu Nov 01, 2018 10:29 pm
by Stue
Hi Folks
I am looking for a replacement AHW engine.
I know that this unit was used in Golfs and others, but have seen suggestions that the golf unit is not suitable for a Polo because the starter is at the front.
I would have thought that this related to the gearbox not the block. Anyone know for sure?
Anybody got one to sell?
Stue
Re: AHW Replacement Engine
Posted: Tue Nov 06, 2018 6:21 pm
by alexperkins
Yes it is related to the gearbox housing. AHW is an AHW. Blocks are identical. Its the ancillary parts that differ
Re: AHW Replacement Engine
Posted: Tue Nov 06, 2018 9:08 pm
by Stue
Thanks for that.
AHW units seem quite rare now, BBY are alledged to be new alternative, has anyone done this? is it a straight swap if you use the original fuel & exhaust systems?
Re: AHW Replacement Engine
Posted: Tue Nov 06, 2018 11:42 pm
by alexperkins
BBY in a 6N2 might be troublesome. Different engine management for a start. In a 9N it’s easy
Re: AHW Replacement Engine
Posted: Sun Nov 11, 2018 8:59 am
by littlepolo
What is the reason for the replacement?
I replaced a BBY (auto) with another BBY (auto) - I'm guessing your's is manual. Just that the flywheel, etc. will differ if swapping auto to man or vice versa. I was going to replace the whole unit but found the bottom end at 90K+ miles was sound and I know it had regular oil changes in my ownership since 27K mls.
Incidentally, there's an AHW on the 'bay with 46K mls.