I didn't see that anyone asked the $64 question on this car, which is, what oil ya running?
I assume API 5w-40 and not the 505.01 spec oil.
I assume API 5w-40 and not the 505.01 spec oil.
New (to me) car! '06 Jetta TDI
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Running the clearance Delo from AAIP.
The 02A/02J generally tolerates an SMF conversion well, but there are a few high-mileage issues they can develop that may develop faster with an SMF. Namely rivets in the differential and cross shaft.
Luckily there are plenty around.
Surprise surprise. The "wholesale" clutch kit came in a Carquest box. Inside that box was a Valeo box.
So ~85% off list? Not bad.
So ~85% off list? Not bad.
Fixed the badging
Pictures of the rest of the car? I missed your initial post till now. Looks pretty glossy from the picture above.
It's a good 20 footer. Lots of scratches and dents but it shined up ok.
Holds all my tools in the trunk too!
I added some Firestone bags to the rear so I'm not squatting.
I had a 2006 Jetta with the PD engine and dual clutch DSG automatic. I ran M1, 5W-40 in it with great results. Jet-A and TCW3 along with a dose of Stanadyne lubricity additive brought the HFRR results down to 255 (Superb) and the engine lived a long time without trouble.
The EGR cooler did develop a stinky exhaust leak around the actuator shaft, which I repaired by making a brass bushing to replace the 'rope' seal that VW used.
Overall, a nice driving car, but not reliable. The third time it left my wife stranded sent it on its way. The "mechatronic" unit in the transmission was a constant source of trouble, as was the dual mass flywheel.
The EGR cooler did develop a stinky exhaust leak around the actuator shaft, which I repaired by making a brass bushing to replace the 'rope' seal that VW used.
Overall, a nice driving car, but not reliable. The third time it left my wife stranded sent it on its way. The "mechatronic" unit in the transmission was a constant source of trouble, as was the dual mass flywheel.
I repaired my EGR cooler valve by lopping the shaft off, locking it to the "bypass" channel, filling the gaps with JB Weld exhaust paste, and making a cover plate.
Takes a little longer to get heat but not a big deal here in NC.
Good to hear that the TC-W3 brings the HFRR score down. I have started using Power Service in addition to the oil.
New tires, again. One rear went flat and I ruined it driving somewhere safe.
Fronts we're at 4/32 after 6k miles due to overinflation. (OOPS)
Put a sent of Tiger Paws on for $460. Oh well. Had them put the good Falken on the spare wheel to replace the 21 year old Continental.
Fronts we're at 4/32 after 6k miles due to overinflation. (OOPS)
Put a sent of Tiger Paws on for $460. Oh well. Had them put the good Falken on the spare wheel to replace the 21 year old Continental.
What? A 21 year old continental with the sidewalls in tact? (They weren’t as good back then as they are today)
Averaging 36.8 MPG over the last 10k miles running Jet A, dosed with TC-W3 (1:128) and Power Service (1:256)
It's free. Waste fuel from work.
How does the collective feel about continued used of T5 15W-40 through the E. NC winter?
The low usually hovers around freezing but can dip into the 20s
The low usually hovers around freezing but can dip into the 20s
edyvw
$50 site donor 2026
15W40 was only thing I ran in 90’s. 10W40 for extreme cold, like -40
