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2001 Jetta 1.8t by Wayne Faas
What should a buyer beware of when looking to buy a 2001 Jetta with a 1.8t, 5 speed and 50K miles.
October 12th 04 06:47 PM
by CheetoDust Go to last post
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Can I paint plastic grill bars? by MatMite
I want to paint the two horizontal plastic bars and the circle that goes around the VW emblem in the grill of my 02 GTI .Current color is Gray I want to change it to Black. I can't get the part off so I will tape it up. Question is, what kind of prep work and what paint should I use on the...
October 12th 04 06:59 PM
by CheetoDust Go to last post
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Question: by Lee
I have a old vw cabriolet i'm thinking of restroting or perhaps just selling it as is. The car is 1987 VW Cabriolet with 1.8L Engine ( 8V ), has 130,000 miles, top is rip but does not leak much. no leaks, good tranny, needs shocks,new top and carpet kit. what is this guy worth ruffly? how much...
October 12th 04 09:34 PM
by Howard R Garner Go to last post
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Gas miles per gallon by Michael
I have a 1984 Rabbit convertible and currently getting 24 MPG is this normal for that year and a 1.8 engine? I also have a 1983 rabbit with a 1.7 that gets 33MPG. TY for your anticipated responses
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October 13th 04 03:56 AM
by Mike Smith Go to last post
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emergency brake cable question by Ben867-5309
i just had work done on my 98 jetta done today and my mechanic told me that i would have to eventually replace my emergency brake cables soon because they are corroded. he said that eventually they will stick, which will mess up my whole braking system.....but i don't use my e-brake at all so i'm...
October 13th 04 11:39 AM
by Joseph Meehan Go to last post
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New Website by JR
Dear Drivers! We have now offcially launched the new website...to go along with the forum. http://www.dervhead.com We will be keeping it up to date regularly...though there is live auto news feeds from around the world which get updated hourly.. Hope you enjoy...and don't forget to tell all...
October 13th 04 06:30 PM
by JR Go to last post
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Seat heater in 96 golf? by andy
Has anyone installed a seat heater in a '96 golf? I was just wondering if any vw model had them at that time and how hard it would be to put in an aftermarket system or 'tap' into some oem wiring. TIA andy
October 13th 04 06:33 PM
by andy Go to last post
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I think I saw a Golf V in Ontario by Rob Guenther
Was driving along Highway 400 in Ontario and in the opposite flow of traffic I saw a Golf with grey mouldings (dark grey on a silver car) on the bumpers and door panels, the mouldings were larger then the (body coloured anyways) A4 style ones... and the headlights looked a little different......
October 13th 04 10:04 PM
by Rob Guenther Go to last post
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Blue tint mirrors for NB by wjcimbri
Hi group, I was wondering if anyone has ever come across blue tinted side mirrors for a '99 NB? I have seen them for the Mark 4 and B5, but not for the older NBs. Thanks, Weldon Cimbrik '99 Passat 1.8T 5spd '99 Beetle 2.0 5spd
October 14th 04 02:27 AM
by Woodchuck Go to last post
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FA: Oilcooler setup by its4pla
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=7927982673&category=46098&sspagename=WDVW Thanks for looking
October 14th 04 05:28 AM
by its4pla Go to last post
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please advise your experience with 2002 & 2003 Jetta by ay
So, when I check a 2002-2003 Jetta GL from 3rd party seller, I should check: 1. window-clip problem - please tell me where to find more detail on what to look at? 2. outside door handles 3. MAF/coils/window regulators - please tell me where to find more detail on what to look at for this...
October 15th 04 12:13 AM
by amg Go to last post
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Here's a secret for your VW Golf oil changes by Tom Levigne
If you are changing the oil filter its easier to do this from the top instead of from the bottom like I had been doing it all along. Its still kind of a pain to work around all the hoses but its not so bad from the top. My car is a 2003 Golf with a 2.0 liter engine.
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October 15th 04 12:48 AM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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94 Jetta- Ignition 'whines' when starting (warm) by caracine
First, What a great resource this is! Thanks to all!! Ok, my mother's A3 Jetta (with AT, & 2.0 litre, etc.) has recently not started up on the first twist of the key when the car is warmed up (as it does quite well when cold). If after the engine fails to start on the first try you need to key...
October 15th 04 01:42 AM
by dave Go to last post
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92 Passat Tire pressure Winter vs. Summer/ by Tavish Muldoon
I was babbling on about tire pressure. My car is used, no manuals and nothing in the door jams around about tire pressure. I have all seasons - and the VW mechanic filled up to abotu 32 psi all around. What does the manual say about the 92 Passat tire pressure? Front and back are the same? Any...
October 15th 04 02:36 AM
by RLGIRSCH Go to last post
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WTB Valve Shims by verndog
Many years ago there was a kit of valve shims to adjust the valve clearance on the solid lifter heads. It had a bunch of different thickness shims in it. I saw a used one on ebay about a year ago and I havnt seen the new ones anywhere . Parts place for all VWs used to sell one, but not for at...
October 15th 04 02:58 AM
by Nate Nagel Go to last post
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Recommended manual for 1991 Golf? by zoara
Just bought a dead cheap 1991 Golf so wasn't very surprised when it decided it wouldn't start any more. I'm familiar (though not an expert) with Beetles - the aircooled ones - but have no idea of where to start with more modern cars. I'm after a manual that gives orientation and basic concepts in...
October 15th 04 10:59 AM
by Phatman Go to last post
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Passat or New Passat? by Jeff Bailey
I bought that 2001 Passat(1.8T BTW), how do I tell if it's a Passat or the New Passat, and what's the difference?
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October 16th 04 06:33 PM
by Rob Guenther Go to last post
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VW Passat 1991 loose steering by Support
Hi, I have loose steering on my Passat. Even when the engine is off I can easily turn the wheel about 10-15 degrees each way. Where should I look and what could go wrong to bring such problem? Tnx! Dgrand
October 17th 04 02:47 AM
by dave Go to last post
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93 golf misfire - what am i missing by kembers
Ive got a 93 1.8 Golf. Its the one with an ABS engine, single point fuel injection. Now, its got a regular misfire on number 4 cylinder. Its got new HT leads, rotor arm and dizzy cap and theres definitely a spark at the plug and the leads are in the right order. So I think 'it must be...
October 17th 04 02:58 AM
by dave Go to last post
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WTB - Audi TT compact spare by VW R32
I would like to buy an Audi TT ('01-'04) compact spare wheel & tire for my R32, It should be an 18" wheel. It's not too cool to be without one. I'm located in the Chicago area. Thanks. David Michalski , D.V.M. -='04 VW R32 & '01 GTI GLX Have Chip Will Travel
October 17th 04 05:38 AM
by VW R32 Go to last post
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