I've been reading through your forums for the past 5 months or so. I have recently aquired my grandfathers 1986 jetta diesel NA. Now in the past I've been a DSM'er (talon, eclipse, laser) my weekend car (back home) is a 1991 eagle talon TSI AWD,fast, amazing potential, however they arent very reliable cars for DD situations. The Jetta was bought brand new in 1986 by my grandfather, it was one made in germany. He is the original owner,a nd has all paperwork for any work done to the car via dealership.
The car only has 196,000 km (121, 520 m). However the floor is rusted through, aswell as the break lines. Engine starts beautifully and doesn't smoke (never has apparantly).
whats my best way of going about fixing the floors? I was looking over at POR 15, and considering their floorpan/trunk kit. Or should i weld in some new floor boards?
I plan on redoing much of the suspension components/engine components. Get ready for the AAZ! Canada Rocks!
exterior is mint,but things like the floorboards/brake lines need replacement. I plan on ordering from germanautoparts.com, is that the best VW diesel part site?
thx guys for all the great info. i've read so far, diesel has intrigued me..
The car only has 196,000 km (121, 520 m). However the floor is rusted through, aswell as the break lines. Engine starts beautifully and doesn't smoke (never has apparantly).
whats my best way of going about fixing the floors? I was looking over at POR 15, and considering their floorpan/trunk kit. Or should i weld in some new floor boards?
I plan on redoing much of the suspension components/engine components. Get ready for the AAZ! Canada Rocks!
exterior is mint,but things like the floorboards/brake lines need replacement. I plan on ordering from germanautoparts.com, is that the best VW diesel part site?
thx guys for all the great info. i've read so far, diesel has intrigued me..