I assume you used the correct thickness head gasket. And the head was
rebuilt correctly. The gasket thickness is identified by the number of
notches in it. But I suspect you have to time the pump As you think too.
With the gauge and adapter that goes in the center of the pump between the
fuel lines. I think this will fix it. Does your car smoke black when
stepping on it . and how many miles /km are on it. By the way good job. It
runs. The timing isn't that far off.
"JH" > wrote in message
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>I installed a rebuilt cylinder head, cylinder head gasket, timing belt,
> and tensioner on my 78 VW Diesel Rabbit.
>
> The car now idles, but does not have power, and stalls when
> accelerating.
>
> I double-checked the torque on the cylinder head bolts and belt timing
> - cam lines up using the special VW tool that slides into the slot in
> the cam, TDC lines up at the flywheel, and injector pump lines up using
> the special VW bolt.
>
> I am begining to think that now that I have a new belt and tensioner
> lining everything up, the injection timing is now off? Any
> suggestions?
>
> Thanks in advance!
>
> Jeff
>