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    what ignition systems are people using for VW engines?

    I have a dual Leburg ign on my KFM112 engine, Apparently when starting the engine the timing goes to around 4 degrees retarded then once running it goes to its normal pre programmed advance curve. It also varies the timing to achieve an even idle speed. You can get the bits from here, Leburg...
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    Hi I'm Skelly, I'm building a Kitfox mk2 with a KFM 112M engine

    Cheers everyone, I will do a build thread. It may be quite long.. Skelly.
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    Cleaning a gunky engine...

    There is only one way to clean that and that is to completely strip it and have the cases soda blasted and hot washed. Then you can do an internal inspection of all the parts, maybee fit some new shells, piggy rings etc. Lap the valves in, new gaskets and you will have an engine that you know...
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    Hi I'm Skelly, I'm building a Kitfox mk2 with a KFM 112M engine

    Cheers guys, I'm not sure whether to do a build blog or a build thread. I think a build thread, then people can chip in and ask questions / orrfer opinions. @karmarepair the Leburg ign is still available and as luck would have it I am touch with the guy who got it to work nicely on the FKM...
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    Hi I'm Skelly, I'm building a Kitfox mk2 with a KFM 112M engine

    Hi everyone, I have just joined the forum and thought it best to introduce myself. I live on a smallish island off the north coast of France called England. By trade I am a race engine builder / mechanical engineer. I have spent a lot of time rebuilding my WW2 jeep and building and racing...
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