Reply With QuoteIf I go down the rebuild route, I'm guessing it's probably better i get it done at a VW specialist as opposed to the RAC mechanic?
I'm still trying to decide whether i'll get more money back if I fix it and sell it, or sell it as is.
Volkswagen Fan
That's a bit pricey but i understand the Mk V GT uses a BLG code motor instead of the more common CAVD in the Mk VI. Once you get to about $4k you're in Wossner forged piston territory which is a better value proposition and essentially leaves you with a brand new "built" engine.
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If I go down the rebuild route, I'm guessing it's probably better i get it done at a VW specialist as opposed to the RAC mechanic?
I'm still trying to decide whether i'll get more money back if I fix it and sell it, or sell it as is.
Volkswagen Fan
Send me your old motors!I plan on doing an exchange service for a rebuilt long block with forged pistons
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How viable would it be to source a GTI engine (and ECU?) and fit that? Or would it be endless faffing such as gearbox, driveshaft, etc incompatability.
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It looks like I'm in a similar position. I bought my car late last year with only 105,000 and it's now in 120,000km as I use it driving for uber.
Possible bargain 2010 Jetta tsi
The other day I was driving when I heard what I thought was an intercooler pipe being blown off. 500m down the road I was broken down. I had her towed to European auto tech who have now told me I have a blown turbo and one oiston sitting on 50psi. I'm undecided wether or not to replace the engine as the cheapest I've found is $4000! Does anyone know somewhere I can get the engine and turbo rebuilt if I pull it out myself?
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