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    Used Passats in Ontario

    http://www.trader.ca/ Search all of Ontario, I found at least 3. Remember, your dollar goes a long way up here. Scott. http://www.xe.com/ucc/ [ June 05, 2001: Message edited by: Scottmcg ]
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    Vanagon Diesel? Whats the scoop?

    http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=591824322 Anybody have info on these? Still waiting for TDI in the new Van if they ever build it. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=591713043 Here's a nicer one. [ June 03, 2001: Message...
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    printing out or saving copies of posts.

    Jack, great tip! I had never even noticed the print scrn button on my keyboard before. The things you learn on this forum. Later, Scott. (I printed out your post as a reminder!)
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    More Upsolute questions

    This is to all of you with the chip mod: Could you tell us what the day to day feel is like driving the chipped car compared to stock. Does it have the same "mannerisms?" I know the numbers are impressive, but is there anything I will be giving up (other than $) in return. Thanks, Scott.
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    Mobil 1 vs. Delvac

    Is Mobil 1 5w-30 ok for TDI's? The description shows it for use in gas and diesel turbocharged automobile engines. Thanks, Scott.
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    NB oil change

    Is there enough clearance under a NB to get at the engine shield and drain plug bolt without using ramps? Thanks, Scott.
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    Motor Trend '96 Passat TDI short test

    Motor Trend \'96 Passat TDI short test Just a quick take for those lucky enough to own a Passat TDI. Taken from July '96 Motor Trend. Sorry for the large file size but scan quality was lacking. Scott.
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    "Broken" Fuel Vent Tab Update

    \"Broken\" Fuel Vent Tab Update A while back I posted that my fuel vent button was missing. The dealer today confirmed what I already knew (that it was not there). First the parts genius looked at my diagram I brought him in showing the vent assembly (thanks Karl) and his opinion was that VW...
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    Fuel Vent Button Stuck/Broken

    My '00 NB's fuel vent button is missing! The "u" shaped plastic piece is there but alas, no button anywhere to be found. I have a feeling that I may have broken it off pushing down on it with the edge of a filler nozzle. Does this mean the tank is constantly venting? Can this cause a problem...
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    What is the deal with the airbag light?

    Skipper, My NB airbag light stayed on after I took the car home from the dealer. First they changed a relay, then the whole airbag assembly, finally it turned out to be some type of spindle or spring that holds the assembly in place while the wheel turns. The mechanic told me when I was in for...
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    Is this the Fuel Vent Button?

    This indentation shown in the picture. Does it press down? Is it possible to jam this? I cannot seem to get any movement from this.Car is 00 NB Thanks, Scott http://members.home.net/scottmcg5/ventbutton.jpg [This message has been edited by Scottmcg (edited June 16, 2000).]
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    Hi My Name is...

    No not Slim Shady. Just curious, are we going to be using the name tag thing at the GTG? Since we don't know the real name of many of the members, how will this be worked out? Later eh, Scott.
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    Canadian Beer Lovers Please Read...

    Could I have some suggestions for what brand you would like to see brought down from the hinterlands...Molson's, Labatt's, Moosehead? Later, Scott. ------------------ '00 NB GLS Tdi Silver/Black cold weather package, Cd changer
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    Wanna Swap?

    Bringing down a cookie jar from dealership when I got my beetle. Also have a nice pewter beetle for a key ring they gave me. Guys from the west have any licence frames to swap? The pic of the cookie jar is here... http://members.home.net/scottmcg5/cookiejar.jpg ------------------ '00 NB GLS...
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    Count me In!

    Taking the Bug to Florida for the first two weeks of August with the wife and kids, so what am I doin 2 weeks after that? Stretching my legs and goin solo to the bash. 900 miles one way from Kitchener, Ont. Time to rip 6 more CD's for the trip. Can't wait to meet you maniacs. Later, Scott...
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    Survey: What are you paying for fuel right now?

    In Kitchener Ontario today: Diesel 62.9/ltr. x 4 (u.s. gallon)= $2.51.60 Can. or $1.72 gallon U.S. funds. Sheesh ------------------ '00 NB GLS Tdi Silver/Black cold weather package, Cd changer
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    Our GLS TDI

    Some pics of our NB delivered on Mar. 17/00 with 5k on it already. Taken in Kitchener, Ontario with warm weather upon us. Later, Scott. (img) http://members.home.net/scottmcg5/My%20Webs6/ (img) [This message has been edited by Scottmcg (edited May 12, 2000).]
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    NB A/C cold enough?

    Finally getting some warm weather here in Ontario and had the a/c on yesterday. It was in the low 80's and humid but not real sunny. The a/c did not seem especially cold on fresh or recycled settings. You guys in the spots find it effective? What checks could be done under warranty if needed...
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    Roooaad Trip Coming Up!

    Fri. Aug. 4, 5 p.m. leaving Kitchener, Ontario and pointing west to Las Vegas. New Beetle TDI will be packed down with myself, wife, and 2 kids (11 & 4). Did I mention that this is in a BEETLE?? Plan on stops in Des Moines Sat. night, Grand Junction Sunday night and US 89 to Zion National Park...
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    Dashboard cleaning on NB TDi

    Any suggestions on cleaning the hard plastic dash on the NB. Wiping it down seems to leave marks and scratches and armor all made it look horrible. Thanks, Scott.
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