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It is a 2003 ALH 5-speed base model (no heated seats). It has 190K miles on it. It has new Michelin Premiere A/S tires on some nice looking MB rims. Runs really good. Oil changes have all been Mobil1 since the 30K mile break in was complete. ARP head studs (cheap insurance) and the common...

First of all, I must admit that I feel like a TDI thread traitor... but also compelled to come clean with you guys. Our TDI is not getting much use these days. It just sits in the driveway only getting an occasional use to keep everything lubed up. So sad. It may be time to put an ad on KSL...

You might try some O-ring lube like Molykote 55 that causes a *slight* swelling. I've been using this since I learned about it and have had no leakers in that time. Example: http://oringmonkey.com/dow55-dow-ring-lubricant-jar-p-130.html

I was at Strong VW on Main in SLC yesterday afternoon. Our '03 needed a new battery (2nd replacement) and the dealer actually has better pricing than national chain auto parts stores. Each has lasted 6 years, so I consider that a bargain. Not much traffic in the sales area or the parts...

Ugghhh. No wonder I keep putting this off. Please let us know what this ends up costing. Like you, my project list is too long. Playing in EGR residue just doesn't sound fun. (I've done it twice in 190K miles)

Thanks for all the responses! I'll probably try Tint Specialists as they are only 2 or 3 miles away from home. Its for the wife's car, so the easier the better!

Looking to get some windows tinted. Not sure what brand or type I want, but I do know it has to be good quality. Please educate me if you are a tint guru. :greg: Any recommendations based on experience would be great. I don't care if its dark, but it needs to be both legal in Utah and...

I've read in some other places that they looked at the wheel sensors to determine if it was on a dyno. Front wheels turning but no back wheel movement= emissions mode. Extremely easy to do.

I wonder how it will affect resale on the older non-emissions models. We have been considering selling ours, as we don't do as many long trips the past few years.

With Star Wars features... and factory cutting brakes...

Stackable clear plastic totes (the HD style) have been a game changer for me. By grouping tools and supplies in them its easy to see what I have and find it when its needed. One has all my A/C tools in it; vacuum pump, oil, gauges, r-34, etc. Another has 12v electrical, another is household...

Yep. Great event! We plan on attending next year as well. Not much on taking pictures these days, but I snapped a few.

It had a bad case of oil leaks when I picked it up. Fixed all the leaks a few weeks ago. Can't stand leaks. The front axle needs a rebuild. (PO threw in a kit he had purchased- seems to be a theme with these) Trying to decide if I want to get new birfs and wrestling with the old OEM vs...

Don't want to muck up YOUR thread, so here is a quick pic.

Aw, crap. Too dark now; just did a tie rod end and patched up the muffler in hopes of passing inspection tomorrow. Pretty sure it belonged to a member here, so my bet is you have seen it around. I'll get a shot of it up before the ban-hammer drops!!

Me too! So I finally went an bought one! If it turns out 1/2 as nice as Box Rocket's 80, I will be stoked. Excellent thread and attention to detail!

Looking for a Jeepster Commando tailgate or rear clip (tail lights back). A previous owner used bondo to seal the tailgate up on my daugher's Commando, so we are looking to fix that. Any condition - we can fix and patch up as needed. Thanks. Please text or shoot me a PM. Eight oh wan Five...