Have a look at C-TEK chargers. Some of these and indeed other manufacturers have the facility to charge deep drained batteries. Be prepared to pay though. Round about £60 I think.
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Perhaps a fault with the internals of the brake servo or maybe a worn or broken return spring in the master cylinder allowing servo to operate the brakes without driver input?
If it was me I would start by disconnecting the multiplug from the ecu and checking continuity of all the wires to wherever they go on the wiring diagram. Also check the 12v feed. Not unknown for a hidden wire to break in the loom. (I have had this happen to me!)
It seems the ignition side of...
Not sure if there are two temp senders (one for gauge and one for ECU) but one thread I read mentioned the temp sender being under the distributor. Not sure if its the same model as yours but it was single point injection.
Have had a look around t'internet. A lot of starting problems on VW single point fuel injection seem to stem from the temp sender.
Found one on DIYNOT too.
//www.diynot.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=1321252
Different car but similar system.
It has been suggested elsewhere that...
Logic would suggest that, as you have removed and replaced the inlet manifold intact, you haven't disturbed the fuel injection system. It worked before so it should work now. Double check all electical leads also any rubber hoses etc connected to the manifold for leaks.
Obvoius things like plug...
Would agree with Tinker, probably oil running down the stem seals and accumulating when the engine is off. Takes the 1/2 mile to burn it off. They will be leaking when the engine is running but doesn't get the chance to build up as its burn't off instantly so not noticeable.
Rule of thumb...
John, not familiar with the position of the filter, but is there any way you could use a holesaw from inside the car (in boot or under back seat where it wouldn't affect the car cosmetically) to make an access hole to get to the screw? You could then plug the hole with a rubber blanking grommet...
Jack up offending wheel and fit an axle stand. Grip the wheel at 12 and 6 o'clock position and give it a shake. If there is any movement, usually acompanied by a clicking sound, then its a wheel bearing. If not follow johns instructions in ther previous post.
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As an aside, 85% of bolt torque is absorbed through thread friction and bolt flange friction :shock:
So for every 100 lb/ft only 15 is actually stretching the bolt.
Very important to clean high torque threads and use proper lube if specified.
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Anyway, PJ, got it sorted yet? :D