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Today, 09:18 AM

99_FGT replied to a thread Weird things happening after battery removal! in Mk5 Golf & Jetta

Pretty sure it uses the ABS sensors to recalibrate the steering sensor, hence why you need a drive round the block.

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Today, 09:16 AM

99_FGT replied to a thread Anyone else experienced this issue? (Timing belt "chirp") in Mk5 Golf & Jetta

Mine sounds something like that (not as pronounced though), and Jimmy (yes, the guru) said that when I do the timing belt I should do the water pump...

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16-06-2013, 07:19 PM

99_FGT replied to a thread DSG issue in Mk5 Golf & Jetta

Helpful, but not applicable as the recall applies at the moment to the 7 speed box, which was never fitted to the MkV golf (although may have been to...

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10-06-2013, 11:14 AM

99_FGT started a thread QLD MkV Golf Smoked Tail Lights in Parts For Sale

Item: MkV Golf Smoked Tail Lights - DEPO Brand (non-LED) Location: Brisbane, Southside Price: SOLD $150 + Postage (likely to be $20 - $30 due to...

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10-06-2013, 09:36 AM

99_FGT replied to a thread Variable boot floor for Octavia? in Octavia

Is more of an issue lifting heavier items, or for persons of smaller stature lifting things, from down so low. Coming from an XT - even a lowered one...

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07-06-2013, 11:05 AM

99_FGT replied to a thread DSG woes in The Age in General Discussion

With the exception of the somewhat hypocritcal name calling, I agree with you. OzVW is being treated like that because in 46 pages he has added...

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06-06-2013, 03:34 PM

99_FGT replied to a thread DSG woes in The Age in General Discussion

Is there a typo in that, are you overseas, or have you just pulled that from somewhere else? If you don't know why I am asking then... Well.

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06-06-2013, 03:27 PM

99_FGT replied to a thread Wiper blade replacement in Octavia

Just bought a pair of Bosch AeroTwin from Burson's for less than $70 (I bought other stuff, so would have to check the reciept for the exact price)...

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06-06-2013, 10:55 AM

99_FGT replied to a thread GTI - Loose Air Intake in Mk5 Golf & Jetta

How many times have the dealers said that. I've heard of it before, and of it ending up in the fans before too. Zip ties ftw.

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06-06-2013, 10:52 AM

99_FGT replied to a thread RNS510 and the location in VW Car Audio and Electronics

When stationary in an open area. I'd say head up to the local park, but someone may get suspicious :-) Where is the GPS antenna located? On the...

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05-06-2013, 08:14 PM

99_FGT replied to a thread Bike Rack for Tiguan with tow bar hitch? in Tiguan

Plus 1 for gripsport, give them a call and see what they say or drop around and see them. Might be able to manufacture a right angle adapter for it,...

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30-05-2013, 11:11 AM

99_FGT replied to a thread 07 TFSI - DSG crunch, using 3-4L of oil every 10k in Mk5 Golf & Jetta

Dion - def get it at least documented whilst under warranty, as this will increase your chances of a warranty or good will claim (provided some...

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30-05-2013, 11:09 AM

99_FGT replied to a thread Need Advice dealer says Mechatronics failure , Im not sure. in Mk5 Golf & Jetta

Or just keep the fact that you are gouging VWA to yourself...

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