This is correct, but as a general rule, only the fast plugs are sold these days.
At least through the dealer network.

PerL

Lance LeBaron wrote:

> >Date:    Fri, 7 Apr 2000 19:39:06 +0200
> Per: I bought a new set for my 82 rabbit and although there was no
> differentiation between years, but there was a fast versus slow difference.
> Fast was 6 seconds and slow was 30 seconds.  Not supposed to mix the plugs
> or the timing relay.  Mine were the fast type.  I bought them from the Parts
> Place in Michigan.  Service was NOT good.
>
> >From:    Per Lindgren <lindgre@ONLINE.NO>
> >Subject: Re: Some (Simple!) Diesel Question to do with Glow Plugs
> >
> >Steve Delasalle wrote:
> >
> > > Where's the best place to buy new ones, are they an identical part on
> > > all VW dieselsfrom the late 70's to early 80's?  What's a reasonable
> > > price?
> >
> >Yes, all VW diesels from 80 to 90 uses the same plugs.
> >
> >PerL
> >87 Syncro 112i
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