Replace 1.9tdi BRS with suitable equivalent?

Endacy · Sep 22, 2017

So my understanding is all the VAG 1.9tdi engines are essentially the same, but all have different codes and outputs? My BRS engine is apparently on its last legs, breakers want a huge amount for any engine labelled 'transporter' but golf, Passat, a4 engines are all cheap. I know the main difference between BRS BRR and AXB AXC is the crank sensor which is in the rear crank oil seal so I matched that part number with a whole bunch of engine codes from VAG cars, so they have the same sensor. But what else is different? Manifold, turbo, EGR all look different on these various engine but I can swap all that, cam cover looks a little different on some, also can be swapped. I couldn't find much on the forum or elsewhere about the BRS or BRR engine compatibility. Anyone managed it? :*

scott89 · Sep 22, 2017

What engine u planning on putting in i can tell u wa needs changing

Endacy · Sep 23, 2017

I'm not sure I wondered if there was a 'most similar' or best one to try. However BXE seems quite a readily available engine from a number of vehicles.

scott89 · Sep 23, 2017

With bxe and bkc engines they have the same crank sensor so easier to fit sump needs swaping oil dip stick oil pickup rear cambelt covers front covers aux bracket with aux injectors re do injector lash rocker cover ive had to change crank gears in the past and full belt setup

Endacy · Sep 24, 2017

Thanks for the info, quite simple part swapping then although it seems like it's everything bolted to the base engine is changed. I might end up with a used complete T5 engine to save the time of building it up. Seems a lot of the other model engines I've found are high mileage anyway.

Endacy · Sep 26, 2017

To save a little trouble i've identified 4 engine codes with the same injectors and the same crank sensor: BLS BXJ BMT BSU

Endacy · Sep 26, 2017

Looks like only BLS is actually an available engine though. Don't fancy re using my injectors as they are so old.

scott89 · Sep 27, 2017

Bls throw rods

Endacy · Sep 28, 2017

Oh, no thanks then! Cheers for that. Are BXE OK? They are just more plentiful so I think i'll have to build one up as a BRS using my parts, newer injectors etc.

Builder Jay · Sep 27, 2017

Thought the brs took over from the 1.9 AXB engine of what I have.
If mine pops I know the ATD fits but not sure what will be needed if you put one in?

scott89 · Sep 27, 2017

Atd fit but small journal engine i wudnt put one in

scott89 · Sep 28, 2017

To be honest i think all 105 hp engines found in mk5 golfs are just google the codes they all throw rods t5s are heavy more strain on engine

Endacy · Sep 28, 2017

Yup I have done some searching and found BXE and BLS are both considered weak rod-throwing engines. BKC has been mentioned as apparently the older models are stronger. I can't find, or afford, a T5 engine that's suitable, stupid rare BRS/BRR. So I think i'll try a BKC and build it up using the parts from my BRS and i'll source some newer injectors of the same part number to fit it, and a new turbo CHRA. Should get a decent engine from all that for less than a used BRS.

Bobby123 · Jan 4, 2020

Hi guys

How did you get on fitting the bkc into your t5?

I have a brr t5 that has coolant issues(pressuring no heaters etc etc)stripped the engine to find cylinder one has suspect water/coolant marks .so I'm looking to put a re con engine in rather than spending lots on a knackard unit

Any help would be massively appreciated

Cheers
Bob

Replace 1.9tdi BRS with suitable equivalent?

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