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    400k 2016 Jetta

    Any car that reaches 250k or more in New England is a major milestone. I have kept a few cars in the 150k range, but lose interest and want something more sturdy for the kids and family. My VAG cars (6 total) have never left me walking, starting with a 1978 dasher that I blew the clutch up...
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    MOBIL 1 ESP 0W-20 DEXOS D

    So many shots from the peanut gallery tonight. Thanks.
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    MOBIL 1 ESP 0W-20 DEXOS D

    My bad.. another 10 bucks.
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    MOBIL 1 ESP 0W-20 DEXOS D

    RockAuto.. get a filter and AC delco oil for under $50. No brainer.
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    Vw 2.0 tsi filter - MANN makes STP, WIX, Purolator..etc

    Update on the MicroGuard filters for the A4. They are now made in Vietnam:(.
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    Anyone still like use wix mahnn filters now?

    I used to use MicroGaurd for my A4 because they were made by Mann(in Germany or Poland) and only 6 bucks. Now they are made in Vietnam. Switched back to Mann which is still made in Germany.
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    Liqui Moly Top Tec 6200 0W-20 VW MK7 GLI EA888 Gen 3

    Its hard to separate the wheat from the chaff on this one. I have a 2019 tig and have been using the 0-20w. Can not get a straight answer about changing to a different weight oil and still stay within the boundaries of my engine warranty. It appears 0-20w with a 508 rating is the only way to go...
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    New car purchase (VW or Subaru) - where to start?

    In toronto, I would go with the A4. I am not sure I would compare the vw to the A4. They are a bit different in class. Audi has made the A4's very reliable over the past two platforms. I had the PCV valve done and a freak steering rack replacement. Other than that it has been solid.
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    What "issues" do you just "live with" on your older vehicle?

    2019 tiguan can fill with fumes when started in the cold. Had it in multiple times. VW would not do anything for us. Was threatening to get rid of it and then car prices went through the roof. I will wait until things settle down. My 2014 audi A4 runs like new, other than the tires suck and need...
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    Microgard Select

    I have been using the white micro gaurds on my Audi A4. There is a video floating around that show about 20 different manufacturers for that particular filter. It is the same as the factory oem model. Can not beat the 5 dollar price.
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    Audi Q7 3.0 TFSI - VW 50400 vs VW 50200

    I thought they went back to turbos in 2017?
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    Mann + Hummel W719/12

    still there.. https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/b/microgard-4265/filters-16470/oil-filter-12090/80c2d8dbb188/microgard-oil-filter/mgl57561/4444938/2014/audi/a4-quattro?q=oil+filter&pos=0#rr
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    Mann + Hummel W719/12

    If you have an Oriellys local.. go get their brand filter. Found it for 5 bucks last month. Made in Germany... oem.
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    Mann + Hummel W719/12

    You have probably seen this video, but if not.. its a must.
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    Express Oil Change Oil Filters

    Being your second oil change after getting the car, I would go for low OCI. It might give you the chance to spot issues if you do it yourself.
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    Spark plugs changed after 195k miles, and 15 years, Mercedes S500

    I can not believe you had the cajones to by an S500 that had been flooded.. :). All the electronics....jesh.
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    MityVac Fluid Evacuator - Awesome-sauce?

    I think the biggest advantage of draining is getting under there to spot other issues. I use a top side extractor for my Audi since the belly pan is a pita to get off. You can change your oil is a suit and tie with an extractor. I have a mechanic that does the more in-depth items, so someone is...
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    What do you use for maintenance records?

    Take pictures of the receipt and parts. For oil changes put the filter in front of the dash and take a picture to show the odometer reading. Upload everything to google drive folder and log it in a google spreadsheet. If you ever go to sell you can just send them a link to inspect the google...
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    CarQuest filters made by FRAM again?

    Take a look at Orielly auto parts filters, MicroGaurd. The model I use is made in Germany and rock solid. Cheap too.
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    Vw 2.0 tsi filter - MANN makes STP, WIX, Purolator..etc

    T Orielly filter has Made in Germany on it.. 5 fricken dollars.
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