Milwaukee (and northern Chicago) area meeting

MilenP · May 2, 2004

C'mon guys, if anybody's car should smoke, that's mine. Upsolute and EGR.................. /images/graemlins/cool.gif
Though, recently it's been better.
I was driving the other day and a guy with a Mercedes came at the traffic light to me, pulled his window, to tell me that there might be something wrong (bad) with my car since he saw a lot of smoke. Duh, he was trying to pass me /images/graemlins/cool.gif.
Anyway, I guess, there are many options about the EGR, but not much to do with the Upsolute chip.
And for the record - did not see any MB diesel on the way back. For that matter - any MB that passed any of us /images/graemlins/laugh.gif.
And if it did, he should talk to McLaren, since they apparently have problems with the MB engines for F1 this year /images/graemlins/cool.gif.

Draza · May 3, 2004

Count me in on the next GTG,I didnt check my messages and missed the last GTG. I live in Pleasant Prairie.

Keep me posted on any changes.

WI_TDI_Fan · May 3, 2004

Oh Snadman, great keeper of P/Ns for the Euro look, got a P/N or link to the TT lift pads you mentioned ? I did see that ECS has something of the sort. Might be the 'real' thing, but as I'm new to this your expertise would be appreciated. (Besides, with the proper lift pads, next time we put Dennis' car on my lift, I won't have to hunt up a 2x4 to dado /images/graemlins/grin.gif and act as a substitute)

Dean - looking forward to the next GTG and 'armed' with digi-pix taker

vwsandman · May 5, 2004

Sure do WI_TDI_FAN, check here: Lift Pads Info You should be able to get these at any dealer. The dado 2x4 works pretty good though....I thought the front pads on mine were a little "soft" when jacking the car up compared to the rear. I also put these on my wife's New Beetle and it seems like they have a little stonger spot on that car....I think when on a lift like yours, you should not see any problems. Good luck!

sinneD · May 6, 2004

since everything worked out soo well, should we do a yahoo groups 'list' to email reminders out and such, and have a place to put pics? there is not an easy way to do a reminder list here on freds.

we need a catchy name- something with BONG perhaps. i suggest Bong Area Diesels And Suds Society- BAD-A$$

vwsandman · May 6, 2004

I like! /images/graemlins/cool.gif

BratscheMan · May 8, 2004

Dennis,

Here's one for you:

Bratstop Regional Avid TDIers-Cars At Kenosha Exit
(otherwise known as BRAT-CAKE)

That way you could have your CAKE...and eat it, too. /images/graemlins/crazy.gif /images/graemlins/grin.gif

BTW, what in tarnation is Bong? It had better not be racy... /images/graemlins/confused.gif /images/graemlins/tongue.gif

testy_SOB · May 8, 2004

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BTW, what in tarnation is Bong? It had better not be racy...

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Bong is a State Rec area named after a top WWII fighter ace, Dick Bong, from Wisconsin who died in the war. It was originally started as a SAC Fighter Base located to protect Chicago and Milwaukee from Soviet Bombers. After some earthmoving and runway development was done it was cancelled as a result of ICBMs making it obsolete. The state took it over and made a wildlife/rec area out of it.

a Link for info: http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/land/parks/specific/bong/

WI_TDI_Fan · May 13, 2004

Just a friendly reminder. Remember to mark your calendars for two weeks from today - Brat Stop, Kenosha, 6:30ish. Rally in the rear parking area.

See ya there. (gotta get pics of 'sandman's' Galactic Blue for reference)

Dean

MilenP · May 13, 2004

Yep /images/graemlins/cool.gif, just got my new camera /images/graemlins/grin.gif.
See you all there.
Millen

MiksTDI · May 13, 2004

School is now out so I will be there too!! /images/graemlins/grin.gif

WI_TDI_Fan · May 14, 2004

Is the ATV a diesel too ? !

Dean

tdi_allan · May 15, 2004

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Yep /images/graemlins/cool.gif, just got my new camera /images/graemlins/grin.gif.
See you all there.
Millen

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Millen, what kind of camera did you get? I just picked up a Canon Digital Rebel (I have an investment in lenses... /images/graemlins/smile.gif )

See everyone there the 27th!

MiksTDI · May 16, 2004

Funny, Not diesel atv .....yet

MilenP · May 16, 2004

Hi Alan,
I got a Nikon Coolpix 5400.
Nikon recently came out with a new camera, but it's a lot of $$$ /images/graemlins/cool.gif.
See you in the Brat Stop /images/graemlins/grin.gif.
Millen

sinneD · May 16, 2004

anyone with a good 'relationship' with dealers in the area want to extnd them an invite? maybe they can bring door prize?

dennis

bluenb1 · May 17, 2004

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anyone with a good 'relationship' with dealers

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Hahaha...that a good one D. A good "relationship"? Is that like getting raped with sand in the Vaseline and liking it? /images/graemlins/shocked.gif

No, really, I know what you mean. Not a bad idea though.

Galactic_Warrior · May 17, 2004

Dennis,

Considering your good relationship with the dealer in Glenview, maybe you can approach them!

Haha!

Seriously, I have no personal experience (good or bad), but I have heard that Libertyville VW is supposed to be decent.

WI_TDI_Fan · May 17, 2004

Did you see my post about your CD Changer ?

PM me.

Dean

jasonTDI · May 18, 2004

[ QUOTE ]
since everything worked out soo well, should we do a yahoo groups 'list' to email reminders out and such, and have a place to put pics? there is not an easy way to do a reminder list here on freds.

we need a catchy name- something with BONG perhaps. i suggest Bong Area Diesels And Suds Society- BAD-A$$

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Like our group. MADASS. Madison area diesel addicts support system.

WI_TDI_Fan · May 23, 2004

Just another heads up for those that may have missed it, or are just catching up.

GTG @ The Brat Stop, Hwy 50 Kenosha, 6-630ish (PM). Meet up in the rear parking area. Let's get a count if we can so that the Brat Stop might be forwarned that a group 'other than old ladies bound for the dog track' will be 'dining and drinking' at some point in the evening.

Right, tally ho, I'm in !

Dean

WI_TDI_Fan · May 23, 2004

[ QUOTE ]
Just another heads up for those that may have missed it, or are just catching up.

GTG @ The Brat Stop, Hwy 50 Kenosha, 6-630ish (PM). Meet up in the rear parking area. Let's get a count if we can so that the Brat Stop might be forwarned that a group 'other than old ladies bound for the dog track' will be 'dining and drinking' at some point in the evening.

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/images/graemlins/eek.gif Do I feel dumb or what ?

GTG at Brat Stop is Thur, May 27.

sinneD · May 23, 2004

rumor mill is churning. the 'new' guy from upsolute will be there. he may bring door prize and such.

dennis

BratscheMan · May 23, 2004

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rumor mill is churning. the 'new' guy from upsolute will be there. he may bring door prize and such.

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It figures he would make it the one month I can't attend! /images/graemlins/tongue.gif

vwsandman · May 24, 2004

I'll be there for sure with my new Sprint 520 nozzels all ready to go! You can never have enough mods! RC stage 2 is next! /images/graemlins/cool.gif

tdi_allan · May 25, 2004

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rumor mill is churning. the 'new' guy from upsolute will be there. he may bring door prize and such.

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It figures he would make it the one month I can't attend! /images/graemlins/tongue.gif

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It figures he would make it while I cannot afford to buy a new clutch /images/graemlins/smile.gif

See everyone at the Brat Stop!

MiksTDI · May 25, 2004

I will be there... I am bringing my Fiancé too. Don't know if she will like it but I have to try.

How much is an UP chip? I got my Wett for 295. Just wondering what kinda power increase if any will be made...or just the difference.

BlueNB You going? /images/graemlins/grin.gif

sinneD · May 26, 2004

the upsolute guy is NOT bringing a chip as a prize. if he does i'll drink rot-gut diesel instead of sprecher that night. i don't think is is planning on doing parking lot chipping either. jeez, you guys are as bad, no WORSE than 'texers. /images/graemlins/eek.gif

i asked robt (wolfie03) to bring a trinket or something as a door prize.

but, i am SURE he will be happy to answer all your questions and the like wrt chips and such.

MilenP · May 27, 2004

Hei Ivan,
Congrats for the new nozzels /images/graemlins/cool.gif. Gotta try the car /images/graemlins/grin.gif.
Though, before you chip it, do a little reading around. On our previous GTG, here in Chicago, I talked to Pete and according to him, you have to be careful, when you mix chips and nozzles. For me (Up), he recommnded if any - .205.
I am also so ready for a new thing for the Jetta /images/graemlins/tongue.gif.

See you there today,
Millen

vwsandman · May 27, 2004

Hey Millen,
No worries on the chip/injector path. I am going with the RC stage 2 which is more or less modified 110 Euro ECU code. That way I won't get any more CEL'S from my DG race pipe and it is all made to work together. Sounds like I will have this when I am through "I recommend the stage 2 euro AHF and .205 injectors for best power, economy, and longevitity of turbo. This is 125hp/225ftlb, and very smooth linear power up to 5000 rpm.
This is also 17 psi max boost, and will get good fuel economy too." That is from Jeff Robertson at Rocket chip. I can't wait! See you tonight...

BTW I will be bringing my buddies 337 springs for you all to inspect....Maybe some one will buy them? $125 /images/graemlins/cool.gif

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