Semi OT: CIS-E vs. CIS-E Motronic...

[mr.utility at highstream.net (David Utley)]

Hello all,
  I am needing a little nudge one way or another as to which system I should 
have on my 2.0 16V pickup.  CIS-E is in there now, BUT it is not modulating 
the DPR as it should (IE, the sucker is not working electronically).  Another 
thing, I had a tear in the boot on the knock brain, so I decided to fix it.  
The only way to do that is to remove each connection from the plastic 
connector housing.  Upon doing that, I bent each connection such that it is 
unreuseable (I know, and I work at a dealership- poor planning on my part, no 
tool).  SO, I will have to cut & solder some new connections (13).  While this 
can be done, I am wondering if this is worth my time and effort when I have 
the Motronic system waiting (Passat).

  To those that have converted from CIS_E to Motronic:  Was it worth the 
effort?  I am not concerned if you had the 1.8 instead of the 2.0, I just want 
to know if it was worth the trouble.  Was there a percieveable change in 
power?  Does the thing drive better?  Etc., etc.  

  I think I am aware of the subtle differences in the possible problems that 
can arise with each system, but I have only regularly driven a CIS-E car, with 
no trouble.  Thanks to Brett for the details on Scirocco.org for the proper 
install of the Motronic.  I am attempting to source a Passat manual as we 
speak (if I do not use it for this project, I will use it later anyways). 

Thanks for any, and all help...


David Utley
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