MN Chat Thread

vikingrob · Jan 22, 2008

I don't have any projects at this time, but I might show up.

greengeeker · Jan 22, 2008

Sam, it's up to you. Usually, they'll come off in decent shape and are reusable. I'm sure you can get one cheap enough at eich though.

Losha · Jan 22, 2008

I actually have and spare 2 intake manifold gasket, just remembered. My dad planning to go to Bloomington, MN saturday so he can deliver to you guys. Let me know if anyone want one.

MNmiser · Jan 23, 2008

Looks like we have a great line up. Someone might have to bring the Girls of TDI Calendar to hang in the club house.

Also if anyone has access to long exhaust hose for ventilation that would be good too.

SpamJ · Jan 23, 2008

Got the intake gasket set, Thanks anyway Alex.

tew5293 · Jan 24, 2008

Hello to all

Hi guys I am new to this site I recently purchased a 02 Jetta GLS TDI and I will be picking it up on Saturday so I would not be able to attend but would love to get together sometime. I also have to do a intake cleaning and a door switch replacement. I live in Roberts, , just across the mn state line, and do have a three car garage but it is not heated. so if anyone is interested in ever doing any work and has a heater just holler and we will schedule something. Also were is the best and fastest place to get gasket seat for intake. I did also today order a chilton service manual and a parts catalog. Well hopefully I will get to know most of you and am looking forward to seeing and experimenting with some of the mods you have done to your rides. Also have a 2500 HD Duramax for that heavy pulling if someone has to trailer a car somewhere, but also no trailer. LMK

Travis

SpamJ · Jan 24, 2008

Hey Travis,

I got one from the dealer, not sure what they usually charge, but here's one

http://www.tdiparts.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=535

Welcome aboard, thanks for the offers.

burpod · Jan 24, 2008

it's doubtful i'm making it

maybe next time....

Losha · Jan 24, 2008

Yeap, I'm not going to make it either. Have to work tomorrow from so not much progress will be done with a car. I got tranny out now so biggest job is done, damn that thing weights like half ton and huge verses manual tranny. I guess my car will go thru weigth loss program.lol

greengeeker · Jan 24, 2008

you should try throwing the powerglide in my 55 around. cast iron baby!

MNmiser · Jan 25, 2008

GTG- start time

Club house Opens at 7:00am Sat

Pm for directions if you need.

SpamJ · Jan 25, 2008

I'll be there at 8:30 or 9 ish, got two cans of spray carb cleaner, Mnm's gift, 5 gallon bucket of parts cleaner, and my smiling face.

points · Jan 25, 2008

I'll be there between 8 and 9. I'm bringing degreaser/cleaning stuff and tools.

points · Jan 25, 2008

I also going to bring a box of disposable gloves for people to use.

Nalgene · Jan 25, 2008

Hello MNmiser,

Sorry, I didn't write earlier in the week.

I, Charlie, (a.k.a. Nalgene) am the "mystery" A3 owner in need of a timing belt change.

I'll be there with bells on tomorrow morning at 9:00 am (ish)

I sent you a PM requesting your address

I'm looking forward to meeting some more fellow MN TDIers!

Losha · Jan 25, 2008

I can't make it, maybe next time. Still have to put tranny in and rewire things, had to work today so not much progress done today. You guys have fun at GTG tomorrow.

SpamJ · Jan 26, 2008

Thanks to GG and MnM for a great GTG, even though my intake wasn't too bad, nice to get it out of the way. Thank goodness for plus 20 degress otherwise I'd look like Mr. Freeze after the pressure washer.

points · Jan 26, 2008

Spamjohnson said:
Thanks to GG and MnM for a great GTG, even though my intake wasn't too bad, nice to get it out of the way. Thank goodness for plus 20 degress otherwise I'd look like Mr. Freeze after the pressure washer.

How is your wet left foot doing? Sorry about that.

Thank you MNmiser for letting us use your place and for the sandwiches.
Thank you GreenGeeker for your knowledge, skills and labor for the Intake Cleanings. Rest that back tonite.

Points

SpamJ · Jan 26, 2008

Points, how do you know if you had fun, if there are no scars to prove it, hey GG left blood on my engine, so if he's ever in trouble I expect a call from CSI. Of course he was a Rugby player so I'm guessing everybody has his blood.

MNmiser · Jan 26, 2008

Gtg

Thanks to everyone for showing up. We wrapped up around 7:30pm. A very educational day with great people.

2 intake cleans
Front bearing replacement
TB on A3.

For those who PMd asking for service work feel free to PM myself or greengeeker. We are happy to perform various service work on your TDI on a non GTG day. Here are some pics of the event. --MNMISER

points · Jan 26, 2008

MNmiser said:
We wrapped up around 7:30pm.

Was that a 10 hour timing belt job?

DeafBug, Whenever you feel up to it I need a new timing belt. I'm at 96k on a 100k belt.

Points

Minnesota Mike · Jan 27, 2008

Thanks for hosting the GTG guys. Even though I didn't do any work on my car, I did get some valuable info for when I need to clean my intake. Thanks for lunch too. If I find the website for the head light tear off's I'll let you know.

cochranecustoms · Jan 27, 2008

Thanks was fun

Thanks everyone. Was fun- wish I could figure out that lag when I accelerate. If anyone has any advice just let me know... car lags on acceleration bad from 2-3k rpm and throughout, whether or not maf is unplugged. Turbo- spools up just fine (or sounds like it is), has had 100k tb, newer maf, etc. dont know what to do.

MNmiser- if you want me to repair that part that broke, (ABS holder-clip metal piece) I could weld it for you- I weld mig,tig,stick, & gas brazing. Save the part- wont take long, I go up there about once a month for family gtg's or we can meet in the city if you are there sooner.

MNmiser · Jan 27, 2008

MNmiser- if you want me to repair that part that broke, (ABS holder-clip metal piece) I could weld it for you- I weld mig,tig,stick, & gas brazing. Save the part- wont take long, I go up there about once a month for family gtg's or we can meet in the city if you are there sooner.[/quote]

Thanks for the offer CC, I ended up buying one to get back on the road by Monday. Thanks for attending. I think you saved the day for the A3 Team doing the TB job with the broken bolt.

Steve-o · Jan 27, 2008

Wish I'd made it. Just didn't have time to check TDIClub during the week. I really need more notice than a week anyway, but that's just my wacked schedule. Next time....

Losha · Jan 27, 2008

cochranecustoms said:
Thanks everyone. Was fun- wish I could figure out that lag when I accelerate. If anyone has any advice just let me know... car lags on acceleration bad from 2-3k rpm and throughout, whether or not maf is unplugged. Turbo- spools up just fine (or sounds like it is), has had 100k tb, newer maf, etc. dont know what to do.

Have you scanned for codes with Vag-Com? Also have you checked if vanes move freely? Check snow screen, air filter. Please post more info on what have you tried to fix a problem and parts that been replaced lately.

points · Jan 27, 2008

GreenGeeker, After the Intake Cleaning I noticed a stumble when I turn off the car. The car does turn off but theres a second that the engine stumbles. Do you know what would cause that?
Thanks...

Losha · Jan 27, 2008

points said:
GreenGeeker, After the Intake Cleaning I noticed a stumble when I turn off the car. The car does turn off but theres a second that the engine stumbles. Do you know what would cause that?
Thanks...

Did you guys by accident break inti shudder valve? or didn't connect vacuum hose to actulater that closes shudder valve.

greengeeker · Jan 27, 2008

points,

Can you have someone shut down the car and you watch the anti shudder valve operate? It should close for several seconds during shutdown (I think around 3 sec). If it isn't functioning, I am suspicious of the vacuum lines back there as they were very brittle. We did not break the nipple off nor did we try and disassemble the actuator so I doubt that is the issue. If you want me to come and look at it I'd be more than happy to do so.

points · Jan 28, 2008

greengeeker said:
points,

Can you have someone shut down the car and you watch the anti shudder valve operate? It should close for several seconds during shutdown (I think around 3 sec). If it isn't functioning, I am suspicious of the vacuum lines back there as they were very brittle. We did not break the nipple off nor did we try and disassemble the actuator so I doubt that is the issue. If you want me to come and look at it I'd be more than happy to do so.

Thanks for the reply... I got a CEL this morning. P0401. I will check the shudder valve today.

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