Hello all, I'm new to this group. I have just purchased my first watercooled volkswagen, a 1981 diesel rabbit truck. It runs like a top, but it is...

kieran.mclaury@gmail.com

10-21-2006 06:47 PM
none2u

I have an '02 Passat GLS wagon with just 31K miles (I don't get out much) and the tread on the factory tires (Michelin MXV4+) is technically gone,...

Bert Hyman

10-20-2006 07:40 PM
Rabbit TDi

car over heats and radiator only turns when fully over heated any suggestion : thermostat need new radiator ? and heator core blew to whats wrong...

lilnasty

10-20-2006 10:59 AM
Brian Running

When starting my car today it 'lurched' like it would if I were to stall the car, then when I tried to put it into reverse the gears/clutch/something...

lilmissgiggles

10-20-2006 07:46 AM
dave AKA vwdoc1

Has anyone ever bought from this company? http://www.autocd.com/index.html?q=10&gc=150&sha=0

dave AKA vwdoc1

10-19-2006 08:31 AM
dave AKA vwdoc1

Is there any truth to VWs needing to use OEM serpentine belts or they will not sit in the pulley grooves correctly and will be noisy?

Carl Muhlbauer

10-19-2006 07:43 AM
Mark Randol

I have read some of the horror stories of working with the vacuum operated power lock system in a 96 passat and wondered if anyone might have...

Matthew King

10-18-2006 04:28 PM
Matthew King

Hey folks. I have a 1989 Cabriolet that, overall, is a great little car. But lately when I drive it, when I come to a stop the RPM's go way...

Corey

10-18-2006 09:17 AM
dave AKA vwdoc1

Hello Folks, I am sure my head gasket is blown, thus have begun a strip down today to replace it. All going well until I got to the cover around the...

john

10-18-2006 09:15 AM
al

The "worn front brake pads warning light" just popped on on my 2000 VW Beetle 1.8t tonight. How soon do I need to have my brake pads replaced after...

Gary D

10-18-2006 05:57 AM
Joseph Meehan

Hi Everyone, I just wanted to post a problem I had experienced with my 1992 VW Jetta TDI, and what I finally figured the solution to be. I read an...

Rand-E

10-17-2006 07:09 AM
PeterD

Hi all I have been searching without joy for some info about our Polo's niggles. They are: - No interior light operation, either by door activation...

Neil C

10-15-2006 05:50 PM
Peter Parker

In article <hUvYg.15259$P7.7677@edtnps90>, DruG <drudadFSPAM (AT) telus (DOT) net> wrote: Actually a lot of vehicles use Dex ATF for power steering....

Joe Colella

10-15-2006 05:05 PM
Peter Parker

Howdy I've working on my retirement project which is an auto enthusiast website called Cat's Ass Kustoms: Parts Performance, Passion - News for...

Eugene Blanchard

10-15-2006 11:19 AM
Eugene Blanchard

Is this a reasonably possible job? its a 1997 1.9tdi. I've heard that many many components will need to be swapped...i.e. axle shafts, break disks,...

R.P.McMurphy

10-15-2006 05:24 AM
R.P.McMurphy

Hi, I have owned a Vanagon diesel, 1982, for 5 years. Recently I had a fuel injector line spring a leak, and I took it off and braised it. It started...

fallsturm@yahoo.com

10-14-2006 09:34 AM
Corrado Daddy

What's it take to replace the ignition switch in a 1996 Cabrio? How much of the panel and/or wheel do I need to remove? Can it be done without...

Bill Kearney

10-13-2006 08:15 PM
Ron Rathburn

Does anyone know where i can purchase a heater core bypass valve? I have reason to suspect a leak in my heater core. There's a shit load of...

Finkdog

10-13-2006 05:51 AM
Jonny

Is there a such thing as VW Factory Remote starts??

coreylyons85@gmail.com

10-12-2006 06:44 PM
Savier1981

"Jon R. Patrick" <jonrpatrick (AT) hotmail (DOT) com> wrote I too am disappointed with the gas mileage numbers. A friend has an 06 and says he is...

HerkyJerky

10-12-2006 01:32 PM
Rico

Howdy all. Been driving my new Jetta with the DSG, and I was wondering the following: With an automatic transmission, I vaguely understand the...

Chris

10-12-2006 12:03 PM
Mark

My VW Jetta (96) failed the inspection in NJ because "check engine light" need to be replaced. Do I have to remove the dash board? Any help would be...

prabath@gmail.com

10-12-2006 10:10 AM
Papa

Hi: I have a 92 Jetta Turbo-diesel with AC (non-functional). Recently, I have noticed that when I change the air flow control lever to floor or...

AJ

10-11-2006 07:38 PM
none2u

Hi, I've been having a very hard time getting into gear when first starting the car. Though after it warms up it seems to improve, then after driving...

djtopcat@gmail.com

10-11-2006 06:12 PM
Bill Kearney

I have Jetta ( 2000, TDI) . My Jetta was serviced in Hamilton ( Ontario, Canada ) dealer, they changed 3 transmissions, 3 clutches and I had same...

zkzkd@sympatico.ca

10-10-2006 07:53 AM
Jim Behning

I have a 2001 VW Passatt 1.9TDI 130BHP that is leaking oil from the various joints between the Turbo Charger and Intercooler. It has always leaked...

George

10-10-2006 07:45 AM
George

Does anyone know the diameter of the stock steering wheel of a 1994 VW T4 transporter? I would appreciate if you have a picture of it to...

joao_eliseu@hotmail.com

10-10-2006 03:42 AM
joao_eliseu@hotmail.com

"Carlton" <carlton (AT) noppernm19 (DOT) net> wrote Is that the stuff that comes in the Czech cut-crystal decanters with the certificate of...

Stevo

10-08-2006 09:56 PM
Jim Behning

I have an '81 Rabbit diesel with a 4 speed box. I just got a 5 speed. Can I swap boxes without changing the clutch, speedo cable gear,...

William Longyard

10-08-2006 09:51 PM
Jim Behning

Anyone have a clue about Euro V emissions regulations? Its affect on saleability of as is European vehicles that fall within those standards within...

Jonny

10-08-2006 09:44 PM
Infra Dig

I recently moved to the Gainesville, GA area. I have a 99.5 Jetta TDI. Is there a good VW mechanic in the area? I'm nearing time for an...

David

10-08-2006 05:14 AM
David

Hi there. I bought a 2000 Eurovan camper a few months ago and have a question for you guys/girls. When I bought the van and first drove it I...

Domnospam@gmail.com

10-07-2006 11:00 PM
Matt B.

http://www.albinoblacksheep.com/flash/honda.php

none2u

10-07-2006 03:16 PM
Don Mac Phee

i just bought a 1996 1600cc 74kw(100HP) golf cl. kilometrage is 163000km, The engine runs great, no black smoke or residue in the exhaust, i feel it...

ramimgh

10-06-2006 07:47 PM
tonyw

platium gray, stick shift, fresh jetta....4-sale at msrp from ne florida vw dealer. zero miles-just arrived! airfares are cheap! hurry! call: mr...

euro930@comcast.net

10-06-2006 04:42 PM
Rico

Due to some serious corrosion, it looks like I'm going to have to replace the positive battery cable (or just the terminal if possible?) on my 2001...

otherwiseguy@gmail.com

10-05-2006 08:05 PM
otherwiseguy@gmail.com

I'm considering a VW GTI Mark V and was wondering if the dealers are playing the extortion game on the price? I'm also considering a Mustang and at...

quimby

10-05-2006 07:13 PM
Tom Levigne

When I drive at 30 km/hr around a left hand bend (Sharpish), the steering wheel moves (Shakes) slowly. This do not happen when I drive around a...

Pensioner via CarKB.com

10-05-2006 04:43 PM
Pensioner via CarKB.com

I have a 1998 Passat GLX with the 2.8 V6 and a 5-speed trans. It has 83K miles and has had all regular and preventive maintenance...

cbdunn via CarKB.com

10-05-2006 08:39 AM
cbdunn via CarKB.com

Both C&D and R&T have stated in recent issues that VW is bringing a 4-door GTI to the US for MY 2007. Anybody seen one yet, or heard anything more...

Mike Smith

10-04-2006 08:45 PM
Lost In Space/Woodchuck

My Vanagon 2wd lost 4th gear while cruising along the freeway. Just did it; not while shifting or anything. I heard a "thunk", not very loud, and...

Jim Corey

10-04-2006 09:26 AM
Jonny

Seit ca. 3 Jahren tritt besonders stark bei eingeschlagenem Lenkrad (Kurven etc.) ein hörbares und spürbares Bollern auf,...

Sokrates

10-04-2006 03:00 AM
Sokrates

I recently purchaced a 1987 Volkswagen Quantum... the car was in good condition except had some mechanical problems... What I am running into right...

GarlinDethfury

10-04-2006 02:43 AM
GarlinDethfury

Strange noises from my Passat 1.8T yesterday. Whilst idling (at proper running temp) there was a pop/bubbling sound coming from the exhaust around...

Ken \(the sane one\)

10-03-2006 10:27 AM
Ken \(the sane one\)

Does anybody know the procedure for installing a new rear vent glass and gasket on a 88 VW Fox four door?

youremail@yourmailserver.upenn.edu

10-02-2006 02:27 PM
youremail@yourmailserver.upenn.edu

My wife's Cabrio has a coolant leak. It has been spotting in the driveway for a while- but her low coolant light came on & I topped it off this...

Jim Elbrecht

10-02-2006 11:11 AM
Jim Elbrecht

I recently purchased a 1984 Cabriolet. Originally sold in the american market and brought to Canada within the last four years (so I am told). I am...

corried@hotmail.com

10-02-2006 01:01 AM
twinscrewnut

"Brian Running" <brunning (AT) xxtdsxx (DOT) net> wrote snip F&S, Boge, Bilstein should all be good and of course Koni. Just install them...

Brian Running

10-01-2006 08:28 PM
none2u

I've seen lots of them here in little ol' Milwaukee.

Brian Running

10-01-2006 07:59 PM
Papa

Hello, There is a brand new Volkswagen blogging site online called VolksBlog.com. You should check it out. You can win prizes for blogging. The...

mwhitset@volksride.com

10-01-2006 05:52 PM
mwhitset@volksride.com