Doug, as far as I can tell from the one that works in my Passat (1.9 liter TDI) it is way over 100 kg. Also, the torque is "only" 149 ft.lb., although it develops that torque at 1,900 rpm already, which would make it perfect for a direct drive engine. The weight is somewhat comparable to a O-320 or O-360, so if you think you can get one of those into a KR-2 than go for it. These engines are somewhat comparable to the aero-diesels that are currently under development in Europe.
The newer Diesel engines built by VW and Audi have highly improved injection systems and motor management. They now inject the fuel with up to 2,000 bar, and have a separate pump for every cylinder. The engine computer also is improved. I will keep an eye on the development of these new diesels, and since I will start my KR-2 this winter I still have a little time to finally commit to an engine. Wolfgang -----Original Message----- From: krnet-boun...@mylist.net [mailto:krnet-boun...@mylist.net]On Behalf Of Doug Rupert Sent: Saturday, July 10, 2004 10:48 PM To: 'KRnet' Subject: RE: KR> BMW engines adn Diesel Engines What does a regular VW diesel weigh? Don't know the specs but they are plentiful and rebuilding a diesel is a snap. Doug Rupert _______________________________________ to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to krnet-le...@mylist.net please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html
