The cover specifies 99 to 02. 03 should have the same ALH. I'm thinking that electrical diagrams might be different? Maybe a guru could tell us the differences?
Update on the turbo:
- Plain jane VNT-15 with ~200k mies
- Turbine shaft has no play and spins freely.
- VNT lever moves in full range but with some help, i.e. not flapping with finger tips, Carbon deposits most likely.
- Cast manifold is corroded pretty heavily.
- Oil return hose nuts are...
Getting out of the TDI game unfortunately. I have old used parts, new sealed parts that never made it to my car
ALH specific parts
- power steering pump
- oil pump
- oil filter housing
- oil pan, brackets
- stock VNT15 (been sitting for a looong time)
- alternator with busted pulley
-...
ALH downpipe
Hi,
Is the OEM downpipe still available? Any chance that you could send a picture or or two? Where in Vermont are you located?
Thanks,
Fred
My intercooler has an oily residue on its underside. Not coming from the hose connection. It almost looks as if it's sweating from the lower end tank crimp line. I had never drained the intercooler until today (337kkms) and while oily on the inside, nothing dripped. I guess the turbo forces it...
I purchased an OEM-style replacement downpipe (with cat and original diameter) from this vendor and I am very pleased with it. Here's my experience so far
- Communication with them was fast and easy
- Packaging was good, tight box with bubble wrap. Also included a gasket and a new clamp, which...
Is the downpipe considered to be in the 'required engine parts' category? Is it in good shape? I'm in Boston and could pick it up this weekend.
Thanks!
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