Old Navy's Fall '06 GTG

Bad_Actor

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I'd be the first one in line if Jeff was to come down for this. There's gotta be a ton of people in the St. Louis area who would get chipped by Jeff if he came around.
 

MrErlo

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i'd do the chipping if he was there. have to put it on the credit card, but it'd be worth it i think. so go ahead and count on me for chipping as well, that makes 2... only need 8 more.
 

truman

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Old Navy said:
I have asked Jeff several times, but it is about 1000 miles from his place to mine. That makes it tough to get him to come, but he might do it if we had 10 people or more wanting to get chipped. Don't know about Kerma, not sure where he is located. But you could send an invite to him if he is within driving distance for a weekend. :cool:

Hummmm, KK doughnuts!!!!!!! :D :D :D
Kerma is in Utah IIRC- a bit of a drive. Greg does Kerma nozzles doesn't he? Maybe he would be willing to come down again- do some cat filters and install balanced injectors.
 

truman

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ensanity said:
I would be willing to get chipped depending on the price... Poor college students :-(
I think the basic upgrade- RC2 like I have is about $300. It is a lot of money for a college student and you really have to consider it to be a luxury item. Your Dutch uncle would tell you not to do it. However if Jeff does show up, bring your piggy bank with you and go for a few test drives on chipped cars or better yet, before and after, then see how strong your will power is.
 

bigsexyTDI

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Well I got the Beetle home! Left Danix (awesome awesome guy BTW) and headed home, ran no less than 80 the whole way from NYC to KY...(more like 85-90:D ) Up and down mountains practically the whole way. 45 mpg. Can't complain about that! But I am already wanting more. Since this thing is already Upped and Sprinted I want a .65 5th and a stonger clutch. Oh and a short shift:p
Is a 5th gear swap doable in the time frame of a GTG? I would assume that would be a preferrable time to do the clutch as well? Would that then be too much? You guys know more about this than I...so gimme insight.
 

MrErlo

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bigsexyTDI,

someone offered to do a .681 5th gear swap for me at the Kansas City GTG last weekend, but instead i had them help me install Sprints. i believe the 5th gear swap only take a couple hours, if that. since you only have to remove the end of the housing, there's not really a huge advantage to doing it at the same time as a clutch swap, AFAIK.

i've definately read a How-To somewhere, i'm sure you'll be able to find it.
 

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MrErlo said:
bigsexyTDI,

someone offered to do a .681 5th gear swap for me at the Kansas City GTG last weekend, but instead i had them help me install Sprints. i believe the 5th gear swap only take a couple hours, if that. since you only have to remove the end of the housing, there's not really a huge advantage to doing it at the same time as a clutch swap, AFAIK.

i've definately read a How-To somewhere, i'm sure you'll be able to find it.
Make sure someone has a gear puller, and the instructions on how to reassyemble the syncro, should someone screwup....

I hope to be doing upsolute chipping by then, we shall see how things go,
I will need a list of make/model/mods for anyone wanting a program.
 

rjr311

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5th gear

There are some little cogs on the synchro that it is very possible to install incorrectly. Etka/Bently has a decent shot of them - I can give them if anyone wishes.


I also have a good picture of the transmission out on a bench and it may help.

If you plan on doing this send me an IM and I will give you the photos along with a hint or two.

robert
 

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If anyone needs:
Custom colored Alarm LED harnesses, for MKIV cars (Golf, Jetta, maybe NB) $30

OEM all red Jetta Tails, $30.

Note a portion of the income goes to support the GTG.....
 
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cosmic

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Interested in joining the fun

I may well be able to make it out for this one. Been so busy with work lately I 'm just now able to chime in. If Jeff shows up for chipping, I will definitely be in line, so add me to that tally.

Work wise, I have lots of stuff to put on my jetta, but should be able to be mostly self sufficient. I'll bring a trunkload of tools.

Paramedick, wanna run a KY convoy?

Wait... that didn't sound right...
 

MrErlo

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here's a list in order of replys for Jeff, since i'd really like him to come down...

Bad_Actor
MrErlo
KCTDI
40x40
ensanity (maybe)
cosmic
Bookerdog added 7/27/06

everyone is a lock, except for ensanity who i'm sure the rest of us can convince. that's 6, we just need to find 4 more. any more of you guys from the KC GTG '06 wanna get in on this? that way we'd have something more to talk about when we have next years KC GTG '07.
 
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I think Giacomo and I will be there as well. As of now I'm not planning any maintenance jobs, but will be glad to lend a hand to others.

If Jeff comes, I will gladly give him money to work his magic on my black beast.
 

Bookerdog

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Oh, and I know somebody mentioned Kerma, but even if we can't get him down there, can anybody do a mobile pop test for injectors? I'd love to get nozzles, but I want them done right.
 

paramedick

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I can't pop test them, but I can install your new nozzles for you, if you wish.

Cosmic, I'm leaving Friday afternoon, if that works for you. I knew what you meant even if the dirty old man didn't.

Off to the garage to put an alternator pulley on the wife's Golf. 50, 689 miles. Arrrrrgggh!
 

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Here are the local motel phone numbers for those needing lodging and directions to the house.

Comfort Inn 800-228-5150

The Bluff Inn 573-785-7711

Holiday Inn 573-776-1200

Drury Peartree Inn 800-325-8300

Super 8 Motel 800-800-8000


Here are the directions for those who need them.

If you are coming from St Louis take I-55 South to Festus/Crystal City area, (exit 174 I think) then take 67 South about 120 miles to Poplar Bluff. Stay on 67 business/ Westwood Blvd, do not take any exits. About 3/4 mile passed the Dodge dealer; you will come to your first stop light. Take a left at that first light onto Katy Lane. Go up and over the hill at this point Katy lanes becomes Barron Road. Continue on Barron Road to the first stop sign (about 0.9 miles), with water tower on the right. Continue on Barron Rd to the second stop sign, (about 1.0 miles) then turn left onto Main St and go up over the hill to first stop sign (about 0.3 miles), then turn right onto Wilcox Road. Take Wilcox Road up over the hill (about 0.2 mile's) and at the first street to the right, (there is a yellow sign with arrows pointing left and right) turn right onto Avondale. Go past one house to the first street to the right and turn right. We are second house on the left. Look for gaggle of VW's and a White Dodge Magnum.

If coming south from IL, the NE area of the US, or SE area of US such as Memphis, take I-57 to US 60, and US 60 to Poplar Bluff, and if coming by I-55 go to the I-55 and US 60 interchange at Sikeston MO. Take the 60 West exit to Poplar Bluff, approx 52 miles. At the second Poplar Bluff exit take the second exit for business 67S/Westwood Blvd. Once on business 67S you will pass the local Dodge/Jeep dealer, proceed about 3/4 mile passed the Dodge dealer till you come to your first stop light. Take a left at that first light onto Katy Lane. Go up and over the hill, at this point Katy lanes becomes Barron Road. Continue on Barron Road to the first stop sign (about 0.9 miles), with water tower on the right. Continue on Barron Rd to the second stop sign, (about 1.0 miles) then turn left onto Main St and go up over the hill to first stop sign (about 0.3 miles), then turn right onto Wilcox Road. Take Wilcox Road up over the hill (about 0.2 mile's) and at the first street to the right, (there is a yellow sign with arrows pointing left and right) turn right onto Avondale. Go past one house to the first street to the right and turn right. We are second house on the left. Look for gaggle of VW's and a White Dodge Magnum.

If coming in from the south of town on Hwy 67N (as some of you AR boys are) Take the 3rd Poplar Bluff exit. You will see the local Dodge/Jeep dealer on your right at this off ramp, proceed about 3/4 mile passed the Dodge dealer on Business 67S/Westwood Blvd till you come to your first stop light. Take a left at that first light onto Katy Lane. Go up and over the hill at this point Katy Lane becomes Barron Road. Continue on Barron Road to the first stop sign (about 0.9 miles), with water tower on the right. Continue on Barron Rd to the second stop sign, (about 1.0 miles) then turn left onto Main St and go up over the hill to first stop sign (about 0.3 miles), then turn right onto Wilcox Road. Take Wilcox Road up over the hill (about 0.2 mile's) and at the first street to the right, (there is a yellow sign with arrows pointing left and right) turn right onto Avondale. Go past one house to the first street to the right and turn right. We are second house on the left. Look for gaggle of VW's and a white Dodge Magnum.

If coming in from the west, go to Springfield MO, and from there take US Highway 60 E to Poplar Bluff. It is all 4 lanes except about 30 miles of the 190 miles to Poplar Bluff. You will take Hwy 60 W to the intersection of 60 and 67 at that point you will take the first exit (60E and 67S) and head south about 8 miles. You will come to an interchange, do not take any exits. You will pass the local Dodge and Jeep dealer, proceed about 3/4 mile passed the Dodge dealer, till you come to your first stop light. Take a left at that first light onto Katy Lane. Go up and over the hill at this point Katy lanes becomes Barron Road. Continue on Barron Road to the first stop sign (about 0.9 miles), with water tower on the right. Continue on Barron Rd to the second stop sign, (about 1.0 miles) then turn left onto Main St and go up over the hill to first stop sign (about 0.3 miles), then turn right onto Wilcox Road. Take Wilcox Road up over the hill (about 0.2 mile's) and at the first street to the right, (there is a yellow sign with arrows pointing left and right) turn right onto Avondale. Go past one house to the first street to the right and turn right. We are second house on the left. Look for gaggle of VW's and a White Dodge Magnum.

For those coming in at the north side of the town (everyone should be) and going straight to the motel, go past the first light and the Super8 is on the right, next to the McDonald's and you can turn into the McD's (easiest way) lot to get to Super8. Holiday inn is on the right about 1/8th mile past the McD's. The Drury and Comfort Inn motels are 1/4 mile down the road about on the left. The Bluff Inn is about 1/10th mile passed the Drury and Comfort Inn's on the opposite side of Westwood Blvd/67Business.

If you have any questions just ask.

Home phone is 573-686-8868

Cell 573-200-0908

Remember KK donuts are always welcome. :D

36*47'01 N by 090*23'42W is GPS of my BIG recliner.

2610 W Avondale Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
 
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cosmic

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Paramedick, that should work fine for me. We'll sort out details when the time gets closer. You still have my cell number yes?
 

woofie2

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All I can say is- "It is really darn hot!!!!" I sure hope it cools off before the GTG!


Walt, With all the Wal*Marts carrying KK's I guess they aren't as big of a priority as they have been in the past?
 

Old Navy

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woofie2 said:
All I can say is- "It is really darn hot!!!!" I sure hope it cools off before the GTG!
It is 96*F in the garage with all windows and both doors open. The humidity is about 93%. :eek:


woofie2 said:
Walt, With all the Wal*Marts carrying KK's I guess they aren't as big of a priority as they have been in the past?
The Wal Mart's around here are not carrying KK's, but there is always hope. :D
 
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