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Timing on VW fox by kevins7
Hi I have a 1989 VW Fox. I got someone to replace the head gasket, and now the car doesnt have the power it once had. I tried to turn the timing up, but the distributor is already turned one way as far as it can go, so I cant turn the timing up. What do Ii have to do to fix it? Can I just remove...
July 4th 09 02:22 PM
by Dioclese Go to last post
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Thinking about a new(er) VW by MasterChifa
At the moment I drive a 91 vw golf 1.8 GL. I'll be graduating soon, and I've been keeping my eyes open for a new car. I keep on looking, but the more I look, the more I'm realizing I really just want a nicer version of my car, but with a better engine & suspension. Now that I've realized this, I...
June 30th 09 09:49 PM
by dave AKA vwdoc1[_2_] Go to last post
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95 cabrio start power problem by SpiceCD
I have a 1995 vw cabrio, 5 speed manual transmission and I am having a problem with the dash, car starting, bucking and stalling. I replaced the negative battery cable about 2 weeks ago because the old one was was badly corroded and my tach and speedometer would work intermittently (when it doesn't...
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June 28th 09 08:57 PM
by Doug Slater Go to last post
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95 golf - A/C & cruise control & other flaky electronics by Tobin Fricke[_2_]
95 Golf, manual transmission My cruise control, air conditioning, and coolant temperature indicator all stopped working more-or-less simultaneously (within a few weeks of each other). Also, the coolant level warning light and oil pressure indicator lights flash sporadically. (Oil pressure is...
June 26th 09 02:38 PM
by Tom's VR6[_2_] Go to last post
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85 golf - sunroof sticking by Tobin Fricke[_2_]
The electric/power sunroof on my '85 golf only opens a fraction of an inch at a time. Each time I press the button it opens something like half an inch. There's a distinctly audible click, like an electrical relay opening. I have to release the button and then depress it again dozens of times to...
June 25th 09 05:33 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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81 Scirocco suddenly overheats by nutso fasst
Temp gauge goes to top, red light flashes, but radiator doesn't steam and fan doesn't come on. Oil temp rises slowly. Takes about 5 miles of urban driving from cold start. Started cold and allowed to idle. Took about 15 minutes for gauge to hit top and red light to flash. Oil temp between 80 and...
June 19th 09 07:46 PM
by nutso fasst Go to last post
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Passat 60,000 mile service by D&LBusch[_2_]
Hi Everyone, My 2004 Passat 1.8 is due for its 60,000 mile service. Is this a necessary service and can I do it myself? The dealer charges a fortune. Thanks in advance. David
June 18th 09 05:27 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Questions to ask when purchasing a 1987 Vanagon Syncro by ZZyZX
What are the primary questions concerning a syncro that should be asked prior to purchase? Steve
June 18th 09 11:30 AM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Auto Glass Replacement by [email protected]
I have a '91 golf and it was broken into yesterday. They broke the hatch window and the passenger window. I was just scouting out a few replacement places and it looks like it'll cost ~300 for the rear window and ~250 for the passenger installed. That's a bit more than I'd like to pay. Any ideas...
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June 17th 09 09:31 AM
by John[_28_] Go to last post
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Clutch by [email protected]
Have a 1997 Jetta, 2.0L gas, manual. 185K kms (I live in Canada). Noticed clutch slipping lately. Mechanic says it needs to be replaced soon. Said it's a 5-6 hour job. This seems long to me. I would think it would take a couple hours. $1000 P\L after it's all said and done (with taxes). I...
June 12th 09 12:50 PM
by dave AKA vwdoc1[_2_] Go to last post
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Current Leak in 93 Corrado SLC by [email protected]
My battery runs down after a few days idle. The battery has been replaced. The alternator and regulator checked okay. The mechanic measures a current leak that does not go away as each fuse and relay is pulled but does go away when the entire fuse panel is disconnected. Any thoughts?
June 10th 09 12:13 PM
by dave AKA vwdoc1[_2_] Go to last post
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seeking input on 2000 VW TDi automatic with 212k miles by Aawara Chowdhury
I have a 2000 New Beetle TDi manual, and generally it has behaved rather well. I purchased this vehicle with about 110k miles, and have added 10000 miles in just about a year. I am considering the purchase of a second TDi - this one is a 2000 Jetta GL TDi. It has 212000 miles, with a single...
June 9th 09 04:29 AM
by Aawara Chowdhury Go to last post
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How do you remove front headrests from a 1996 Jetta? by JM_newsgroups
I'm tearing down the front seats to swap the foam rubber/cloth, as the driver's seat is shot. I don't feel like shopping for replacement seats at this time. I've removed the cloth partially, and I see various springs, rods, clips, etc., keeping the assembly together. I love that...
June 7th 09 10:05 PM
by JM_newsgroups Go to last post
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2000 Passat V6 Cooling System Diagnostic by Tube Audio[_2_]
Hello Does anyone know what the criteria needs to be to get a diagnostic code of P1296 Malfunction in Cooling System? Does the system give the car x amount of time to reach x temp and if not a P1296? The dealer claims I have a bad thermostat however the car gets up to temp. I opened the...
June 4th 09 12:27 PM
by dave AKA vwdoc1[_2_] Go to last post
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2000 Passat Cooling System Diagnostic by Tube Audio[_2_]
Hello Does anyone know what the criteria needs to be to get a diagnostic code of P1296 Malfunction in Cooling System? Does the system give the car x amount of time to reach x temp and if not a P1296? The dealer claims I have a bad thermostat however the car gets up to temp. I opened the...
June 4th 09 05:30 AM
by Tube Audio[_2_] Go to last post
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98 Golf Electrical issue by bruce
For the past couple of weeks, my '98 Golf has had some issues as follows, and it seems to be getting worse. The headlights go off as well as a number of other dash electrics, including wipers, blower fan, A/C. Thus far I haven't correlated this with anything else going on, but I did wonder...
May 31st 09 02:16 PM
by dave AKA vwdoc1[_2_] Go to last post
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Harbor Freight Front Wheel Bearing Remover by Tube Audio[_2_]
Hi Anyone use the Harbor Freight Front Wheel bearing remover on a A1, I have a 1984 GTi Rabbit http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=45210 If so is the kit complete as is? Am thinking I will need bolts to screw into the hub to pry it off.
May 29th 09 09:59 PM
by dave AKA vwdoc1[_2_] Go to last post
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Want to sell: 1987 Golf GL by Jason[_5_]
Hi everybody, It looks like it may be time to move on from my trusty 1987 Golf GL, and thought just maybe I'd find a buyer out here. The car has nearly 296,000 miles on it. It got me through a few lean years (read: doctorate program) and thus didn't always get the care it deserved (such as car...
May 23rd 09 01:43 AM
by Jason[_5_] Go to last post
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2004 Jetta GLS 2.0 Automatic? by Steve[_42_]
Looking to trade up from a 02 Golf GL 2.0 5spd to an 04 Jetta GLS automatic wagon. Anything special that I should know about the 04 Jetta? TIA Steve
May 22nd 09 04:42 PM
by Steve[_42_] Go to last post
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Expected Hose Life - VR6 Engine by [email protected]
We are about to embark on a long trip with our 1999 VW Winnie Camper. 62,000 miles excellent condition, brakes and cooling system flushed (with correct replacement antifreeze) when we got it 30 months ago. Per information we got from the seller, it had 'all services' done to it for the warranty...
May 22nd 09 02:35 AM
by dave AKA vwdoc1[_2_] Go to last post
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