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Overheating....sorted :-)
I hope :-) Turned out the thermostat was a gonner, I didn't suspect that at first due to the heater coming on fine in the all for their help and advice.
 
CHECK ENGINE - PART II
[First of all, we're talking about a 1999 VW Jetta SR5 with less that 14000 miles.] Well, the "epoxy fix" ended one problem, but the check engine light is back on after being cleared. The code was a...
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UGGG now there's a starting problem
Ok I grounded the alternator, Changed the fuse box. However I now have a new problem. With the change of fuse box I got many of the essentials back, rear lights, brake lights, dome lights, windshield...
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Engine needed for 2000 GTI
I am looking for a new engine for my 2000 GTI VR6. I live in the NYC metro area. (Northern NJ to be specific) If anyone knows a reputable supplier of VW engines I'd appreciate a point in their...
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Motorola Alternator
Can anyone tell me where to fix the B+ supression capacitor to the alternator body? Recently had cause to look under the bonnet and found that the capcitor was just hanging by the wire which attached...
 
If MOT centre gets it wrong.. possible to get money back?
Just had a test centre fail my Mk3 Golf, cause : "front macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly". This is reported for both front sides. He said when the car was...
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E85 Conversion
I know you guys have probably gotten this question even more so now because of the high prices for gas but do they make E85 conversion kits for VW?? I have a 95 Jetta 2.0L
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Is a VW roof rack system compatible with Yakima/Thule bike/luggage carriers?
Hi, Does anyone know if a VW base roof rack system would work with Yakima/ Thule bike and luggage carriers? I can get a used VW rack fairly cheap but don't want to buy it if I'm going to have to buy...
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Request Jetta Purchase Advice
I am looking at a 1987 Jetta Deluxe Diesel 2 door that a guy down the street is considering selling. Runs good, looks fair, 1.8L 5 speed, 210,000 miles. A/C does not work, windows won't roll up or...
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2002 GTI 337 Overheat
I've encountered my first 'major' problem with the 337. I was driving down the road the other day and my temperature warning light came on and my temperature gauge was almost pegged. I pulled over,...
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New Gann site
New Gann site
 
Brake Question in 80 rabbit
Ok another question I need answered in order to get this classic on the road. I just work on the break. All of them are bled and there does not seem to be air in the lines. I just added the self...
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Charging problem
I have a 1980 rabbit convertable. I just changed the alternator but is still only charging at 12 volts. Does this car have a regulator? It doesn't seem to have a ground wire either. Is that a problem.
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corrado...yellow...how many years?
I used to own a 90 back in 92 and it was yellow with a full black leather interior. Does anyone know if they made it in the vr6 models as well?
 
99 Jetta Coolant leak due to repair shop mistake
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