A part 2 to the replacement of all mechanical auxiliaries sees the turbo, driveshafts, HPFP, rear shocks, firewall insulation, engine mounts, rear main seal and downpipe all being replaced. Along with a new clutch once the leaks finally stop, replacement control arm bushes to remove the urethane ones I'd previously fitted.

Considering installing wing-nuts to hold the front on, given how often it's off.




From here the bay needs a serious clear, it's been a moist cavern of oil and diesel for far too long.
It's a real credit to the guys here who smooth bays and do engine swaps it's a lot of work.
There's been a few parts arrive that aren't quite correct for the car, the downpipe has an O2 bung it doesn't need and it appears the turbo lines are wrong.
I'll be looking closer at the engine over the next few days to ensure it goes as smoothly as possible.
It won't be a 'slap together', and I expect the engine to be out of the car most of January. I have some stuff coming from Stanthevwcaddyman, and it'll be easier with the engine out.