A 1992 Coil Pack and Transistor in a 1990

[Wizard50369]

Ok, here's my little story. Early Febuary my waterpump went out. So I decided to rebuild the entire engine because I didn't know when the timing belt or antyhing else was changed. Well, I finally bought and installed all the parts I neded. Before I started rebuilding the engine, It didn't have spark. I ordered a coil pack, a power transistor and overnight shipping from some guy in Cali. After 3 weeks of emailing back and forth, my parts still are not here. My friend Jake has a 1992 Eagle Talon N/T 2.0 and I have a 1990 TSI. I found a website that shows how to use the 92 CP and Power TR in a 90. What I was wondering is the N/T CP and Power TR different than the turbo? Or can I "barrow" a few parts from my friends car? I looked at the wire colors and they are different, but that doesn't really mean anything to me. This is the last thing I need to get my car on the road and I'm getting impatient!

[Goat Blower]

I know there's definitely differences between the 90 and 92 parts, but there shouldn't be any difference from turbo to NT for these.

[Wizard50369]

Ok. I guess I'll try it than. The coil pack from the 92 has a black, white and red wire. The connector for the power tr doesnt have a red wire is why I was so hesitant to use them. I didn't want to ruin my rebuilt engine.

[Goat Blower]

The worst it will do is not fire.

[jcline]

The colors of the wires on the 92 coil pack are different only on the unit itself. The main harness has the same colors. So I hooked it up and upon stripping back a few of the wires, I noticed alot where black, like a little electrical fire happened. I tried starting it and of course still no spark. My question is, where should I start investigating these burnt wires? Does anyone know what voltage each of the wires should get so I can check with a DMM? Almost done with the car, yet so far away. DSM should stand for "Doesn't Start or Move" :D

[jcline]

Ooops, this is Wizard50369, I didnt notice I was on my friends name

[rk4g63]

Hey just call the dealer and ask. Try calling 2-3 dealers (just to ensure they're not jerking you around) and you'll get the answer you need.

[Wizard50369]

DEALER!! I hate dealers, I thought that's why they made these forums. Lol. I'll try the dealer than.

[rk4g63]

Actually you could also try the tech forum and do a search. That might help you too.

[Jakey]

DEALER!! I hate dealers, I thought that's why they made these forums. Lol. I'll try the dealer than.


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