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You'll need the timing lock tools, as the crank has a mark that lines up with the locking tool. Same with the cam and fuel pump. They need locking in place so you can carry out the tensioning procedure. Without the locking tools, there's nothing for the crank marking to line up with. I did my 2013 2...

You somehow think stopping the recirculation of exhaust gasses of around 700 degrees Celcius will increase running temperatures?? Not to mention, the only time it reaches this temperature is when a DPF regen is in progress. Diesel exhaust gas temperature is usually around the 200+ mark during norma...

Yes they look fine to me. Oil temps are usually slightly higher than the coolant temp. Mine see's about 92°c on an average run and around 102°c on a motorway run.

what price did you pay for the remap £450+vat. It initially put me off cos of the price, but with a newborn on the way, I figured it would be better spending the money now rather than when the bairn arrives, or possibly the cost of a breakdown thanks to the stupid emissions update. But i'm happy wi...

Morning

Thanks for the recommendation Yogib5.

Transformed the Passat. Effortless to drive now and much quieter!
More than happy with the figures too. Was quoted around 180-184bhp increase, but came out with 192bhp An additional 108nm torque too

Gazwould wrote: ↑Tue Sep 05, 2017 9:36 amDpf out ?

Stage 2 EGR and DPF mod. 184bhp and around 100nm on top. Been told it can handle more but i'm happy with that modest increase if it means having a reliable car. Rolling road before and after included

VW are offering 24 months goodwill (huh) on 11 engine parts related to fuel system and emissions from the date of the emissions update, that is if it has been serviced by them post fix, way to get money out of you for servicing eh? 4. Which components are covered by the Trust Building Measure? The ...

I'm from spennymoor mate, Durham remaps at gilesgate did my custom remap, Ian is a top bloke and very well educated in ecu's and remaps, Thanks bud That's where i was thinking. Had a few recommendations for Ian's place. Booked in for a Stage 2 after hearing the EGR is the achilles heel on these eng...

Verbal isn't good enough as the incompetent VW company can 'accidentally' apply the so called fix at any point on any visit when in their custody. You need to sign a document get a copy and only then would you have recourse . Problem is, they are applying it even if you've signed a document saying ...

I don't know whether some poo from the bottom of my tank has gone through the system because I let it get down to 15 miles before empty the lowest in 2 years of ownership. I will keep the thread updated Thats an old myth. Fuel pickups inside the tank are at the bottom, so regardless of how much fue...

I'd prefer to keep it on comfort closing. When winter comes, you could end up damaging the motors if they are iced up and frozen in place

In the North East. County Durham

Nowhere near me but thanks

Morning all Can anyone recommend a local tuning company in the North East that can do an emissions fix reversal? I'm looking to get the emissions fix map removed and the standard map put on. VW refuse to do it, so it looks like i'll have to pay to get it removed. I've heard some companies can revers...

Noticed random problem with my tdi. Pull up to a standstill so car is idling. Revs pulse from 900rpm to 1200rpm.... Odd. Car has had the ecu update. Also noticed cooling fan running after turning off quite often. Even on short 5 minute runs up the road. Your car will be doing a DPF Regen, and you a...

Thing is I've now lowered my budget! I went to seen that B7 Estate today, there was a million stone chips all over the bonnet and bumper, would need re spraying, I then saw a (and hear me out) 1.6TDi B8 SE Estate in grey, took it for a drive and was surprised how pokey it was for a 1.6, same lovely...

Is this across all the diesel range? I'm currently looking for a B8 2.0TDI model year 2016/2015? B8 should be fine. This only affects cars with the EA189 engine (Euro5 cert) but covers engines from 2009 to 2015, and that is the 1.6 and 2.0 TDI with Common-rail injection (not the older PD units). Th...

Hi Chaps Thank you for the replies. I'm after an improvement over the factory fitted main/beam without getting into colour temps etc. So I take it it is the Osram Nightbreaker Unlimited or Ring xenon 130 - any deals about? L This is where i get mine from. Authorised Osram reseller http://www.ebay.c...

I've had the Cool Blues before, they were ok, but i found better performance in the Osram Nightbreaker Unlimited. They are my go-to bulb now

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I do beleive there was a recall for DSG's, something to do with replacing the trans fluid to prolong the life of the box.

Looks ok to me, might just be the angle of the bent arm at the bush playing tricks Had a chat with the garage, seems to be just the lower track control arm.. phew! Comes with the bushes too, he said it does look worse than it is.. tyre is still legal he said.. for a few weeks I suppose. It should b...

Just the bottom arm by the looks of it. The bush looks goosed anyway, so may just get away with replacing the arm. I hope so bud.. it seems a slight bend on the subframe part where the arm connects.. not sure.. it's in the garage & I'm waiting a return call.. gutted. Sent from my iPhone using T...

Just the bottom arm by the looks of it. The bush looks goosed anyway, so may just get away with replacing the arm.