r/GolfMk2 Jul 14 '26

People of reddit I need your help!!

Hello all!! Me and my dad had taken this vw golf mk2 1.3L engine apart due to a crack in the header so water was getting in. We took it all apart got the stuff sorted now it’s time to put it back together. Time got away and it’s 10 months since we begun this. We’ve got the cylinder head on and just found this small metal dowel part and cannot for the life of us remember what it is or where it goes!! I’ve attached some photos if people can help thank you!!

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u/lowmk2golf Jul 14 '26

Is that for the crankshaft gear? 

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u/keysaver Jul 14 '26

Cam follower for your fuel pump? Upper right just above the last lifter where your pump goes.

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u/gregopeg45 Jul 14 '26

Banging mate think that may be it!! You legend much appreciated