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by dodo69
Fri Feb 26, 2016 8:58 pm
Forum: B3 & B4 PASSATS
Topic: 1992 Passat B3 1.8L estate - power steering
Replies: 4
Views: 1804

Re: 1992 Passat B3 1.8L estate - power steering

Thanks _ that's Saturday morning task then!
by dodo69
Wed Feb 24, 2016 7:32 pm
Forum: B3 & B4 PASSATS
Topic: 1992 Passat B3 1.8L estate - power steering
Replies: 4
Views: 1804

1992 Passat B3 1.8L estate - power steering

For the last 11 months I have been using my Passat B3 without power steering. I use it to travel 3 miles to work and 3 miles back. Enough. Can anyone tell me what sort of power steering pump I need and is it the same as any other VW? thanks
by dodo69
Wed Aug 05, 2015 8:49 pm
Forum: B3 & B4 PASSATS
Topic: Steering pump for 1992 B3 Estate 1.8L
Replies: 2
Views: 1681

Re: Steering pump for 1992 B3 Estate 1.8L

Hi there. Thanks for this. i will wrestle the old pump off and report back
by dodo69
Wed Aug 05, 2015 5:31 pm
Forum: B3 & B4 PASSATS
Topic: Steering pump for 1992 B3 Estate 1.8L
Replies: 2
Views: 1681

Steering pump for 1992 B3 Estate 1.8L

Hi there. Been driving my trusty B3 now for six months without power steering. Can anyone let me know is there compatibility with any other VW steering pumps? Golf III? Thanks
by dodo69
Mon Sep 01, 2014 7:57 pm
Forum: B3 & B4 PASSATS
Topic: 1992 B3 1.8L estate power steering issue
Replies: 5
Views: 1718

Re: 1992 B3 1.8L estate power steering issue

Thanks. I will take the old one off and look for a part number. Thanks for the tip about the fluid!
by dodo69
Sun Aug 31, 2014 5:52 pm
Forum: B3 & B4 PASSATS
Topic: 1992 B3 1.8L estate power steering issue
Replies: 5
Views: 1718

1992 B3 1.8L estate power steering issue

The power steering on my 1992 B3 1.8 estate has gone from working well to intermittent to now only functioning on higher revs. There is plenty of fluid in the reservoir. Do I need a new ps pump and if so where best to get one?
by dodo69
Sun Feb 09, 2014 11:06 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Buckled wheel
Replies: 7
Views: 2521

Re: Buckled wheel

Me too. Sadly mine away back to dealer on Friday to be replaced by a BMW
by dodo69
Sun Jan 12, 2014 6:20 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Coming to an end already?
Replies: 6
Views: 2143

Re: Coming to an end already?

It's been well documented in Autocar etc that the current B7 will be replaced at the end of the year with a car based on the new chassis. Experience would dictate that these 'last of line' models represent the very best in terms of specification and build quality.
by dodo69
Sun Dec 29, 2013 9:02 pm
Forum: B1 & B2 PASSATS --AKA OLD SKOOL !
Topic: My 1988 B2 estate
Replies: 81
Views: 22832

Re: My 1988 B2 estate

Lovely car and nice to see it original. Keeping my Santana that way too!
by dodo69
Sun Dec 29, 2013 8:59 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: New passat owner
Replies: 22
Views: 5103

Re: New passat owner

My 140 bhp SE has been able to do over 1000 miles on a well filled tank of diesel - don't use supermarket diesel but rather Shell or BP. My Passat now heading for 55000 miles with no real problems just some gripes about poor headlights and air conditioning that really does not get cold enough in hot...
by dodo69
Mon Nov 11, 2013 7:36 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: 2 years down the line
Replies: 10
Views: 2972

Re: 2 years down the line

Getting a good deal on a CC GT 177 bhp for new year delivery. Not sure if I would be mad but a very nice, well equipped car that looks the part. Has anyone real life experience of the 177 bhp engine in the CC?
by dodo69
Sun Sep 01, 2013 11:11 am
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Air con ineffective
Replies: 5
Views: 2244

Re: Air con ineffective

Is this covered by warranty?
by dodo69
Tue Aug 06, 2013 1:08 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: 2 years down the line
Replies: 10
Views: 2972

Re: 2 years down the line

Well I have the same car for two and a half years (though just the 140 SE) and just a few miles off 50k. I was told when I got it that I was mad and trips to the VW garage would be weekly. How wrong they were and have to say it has been 100% reliable. Economy varies depending on driving but never be...
by dodo69
Sun Jul 28, 2013 7:16 pm
Forum: B3 & B4 PASSATS
Topic: My B3 estate - going to sell - how much?
Replies: 3
Views: 1196

Re: My B3 estate - going to sell - how much?

Thanks but neighbour has just sold me her 2000 Honda Accord 2.0 VTEC auto. 1 owner from new and 54000 miles. £675.00 with 10 months MOT but tax out at the end of the month.
by dodo69
Sun Jul 28, 2013 4:33 pm
Forum: B3 & B4 PASSATS
Topic: My B3 estate - going to sell - how much?
Replies: 3
Views: 1196

My B3 estate - going to sell - how much?

My old B3 (1992 K 1.8L estate) is no longer needed and a temporary disability means I need to look for a cheap auto. Its in very good condition and is taxed and MOTd in daily use. Metallic blue and totally original - including radio cassette. About 140k miles. Sound as a bell and totally solid under...
by dodo69
Sat Jun 08, 2013 5:28 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Air con ineffective
Replies: 5
Views: 2244

Air con ineffective

Just did a long journey in my two year old Mk7 2.0Tdi SE and with the arrival of summer I was very disappointed with the aircon and how it never got really cold. Have done a run now in wife's Volvo and the difference in effectiveness was most startling. Could it need recharging so soon?
by dodo69
Mon Apr 29, 2013 5:26 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Part number for middle lower B7 grille
Replies: 3
Views: 1704

Re: Part number for middle lower B7 grille

interesting observation. As years pass what is a very complicated will become a focus for much activity. Heading for 45,000 miles in mine and it has never gone better.
by dodo69
Sun Apr 28, 2013 10:02 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Part number for middle lower B7 grille
Replies: 3
Views: 1704

Re: Part number for middle lower B7 grille

Just to cheer you up and to add to what is a very quiet section - got one from ebay for a fiver plus £4.95 for postage. Good as new! Now just have to work out how to fit it!
by dodo69
Thu Apr 11, 2013 9:13 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: CR 140 remap
Replies: 2
Views: 1675

Re: CR 140 remap

You beat me to it! Was trounced by a Merc C200 CDi off a motorway junction and was shocked by how it got away.
by dodo69
Tue Mar 19, 2013 9:02 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Connecting new Blackberry Z10 to 2011 Passat
Replies: 1
Views: 1312

Re: Connecting new Blackberry Z10 to 2011 Passat

Well after much head scratching it now works brilliantly. Youtube a great invention!
by dodo69
Fri Mar 01, 2013 2:14 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Connecting new Blackberry Z10 to 2011 Passat
Replies: 1
Views: 1312

Connecting new Blackberry Z10 to 2011 Passat

Spent a fruitless hour trying to pair my new Blackberry Z10 to the bluetooth on my 2011 B7. Goes through the motions but just wont connect. Really frustrated now!
by dodo69
Sun Feb 24, 2013 10:24 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: After Market parking sensors
Replies: 9
Views: 2720

Re: After Market parking sensors

A local guy fitted and painted the rear sensors with beeper in the back. Very effective and works very accurately. Total cost was £100 cash. looks standard fit. New Highline (replaces my SE) has sensors front and rear.
by dodo69
Sun Feb 03, 2013 11:54 am
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Part number for middle lower B7 grille
Replies: 3
Views: 1704

Part number for middle lower B7 grille

Hi. Going to bite the bullet and source a replacement lower middle grill on my 2011 Passat 2.0 TDi SE. Accident withpheasant some time ago and there is still a gaping hole where the bird took out 3 of the plastic cross bars on the left hand side. Have watched on the bay but no joy and Hoffmans don't...
by dodo69
Mon Dec 10, 2012 5:54 am
Forum: B3 & B4 PASSATS
Topic: 92 K 1.8L estate - lost the expansion tank cap!
Replies: 4
Views: 1239

Re: 92 K 1.8L estate - lost the expansion tank cap!

Many thanks - will order from GSF. No scrappies local to me here.
by dodo69
Sun Dec 09, 2012 4:46 pm
Forum: B3 & B4 PASSATS
Topic: 92 K 1.8L estate - lost the expansion tank cap!
Replies: 4
Views: 1239

92 K 1.8L estate - lost the expansion tank cap!

A combination of freezing cold weather and poor light meant I never put the cap back on the expansion tank of my daily hack - a clean 92 K 1.8 Passat L. Tried several I had from old VWs but none fit. Where's the best best place to get one or is the cap inter changeable with other cars? Cheers