Author Topic: Re: My "Heavy Hauler" (Read 22299 times)

stewardc · « **Reply #30 on:** July 18, 2012, 08:49:59 am »

I drove a brand new (35 km) 170 horse version and I had NO complaints at all. Flogged it for 8 days and never used a drop of oil.

R.O.R-2.0 · « **Reply #31 on:** July 18, 2012, 08:04:56 pm »

Quote from: stewardc on July 18, 2012, 08:49:59 am

I drove a brand new (35 km) 170 horse version and I had NO complaints at all. Flogged it for 8 days and never used a drop of oil.

im amazed at how long the oil stays CLEAN on these engines.. my buddies car, the oil still isnt black, even at the change interval..

it does not use oil either.. could be that it only has 30k miles on it tho!

they really are a blast to drive for a non-performance oriented drivetrain.. i even enjoyed the 6spd auto trans, and i HATE slushomatics..

CrazyAndy · « **Reply #32 on:** July 22, 2012, 09:27:27 am »

Was actually talking about the 170 hp version, but I can't give WOT @ take-off as these are usually customers cars I'm test driving. So my findings are based off of rolling starts, which is why I say below 2800 feels laggy. Do agree about the injectors and SAI; when they start up cold the combination of the two makes the engine sound like it's grinding rocks!

R.O.R-2.0 · « **Reply #33 on:** July 22, 2012, 01:43:49 pm »

Quote from: CrazyAndy on July 22, 2012, 09:27:27 am

Was actually talking about the 170 hp version, but I can't give WOT @ take-off as these are usually customers cars I'm test driving. So my findings are based off of rolling starts, which is why I say below 2800 feels laggy. Do agree about the injectors and SAI; when they start up cold the combination of the two makes the engine sound like it's grinding rocks!

yup, sure does.. you can get the ecu re-flashed with a lower high idle, and quieter SAI function..

the 2.5 DEFINITELY PULLS before 2800..

the one i drive, is a friends car, and im the mechanic, so if i break it, i fix it. he lets me drive it however i feel fit, as long as it makes me smile..

another thing about the mk5s, is they handle AMAZING! even a base model jetta, great suspension!

stewardc · « **Reply #34 on:** July 22, 2012, 05:58:07 pm »

Anyone know where I can get a really really nice Mk 1 Jetta with a turbodiesel or TDI

I think I've sold the truck and I need me a cool ride.

ORCoaster · « **Reply #35 on:** July 23, 2012, 12:37:03 am »

SAY IT AINT SO!!!!

stewardc · « **Reply #36 on:** July 23, 2012, 05:11:11 am »

"Possibly sold".....nothing firm yet.

stewardc · « **Reply #37 on:** August 07, 2012, 07:07:53 am »

Having second thoughts. The old truck is really working fine right now, and has wormed it's way into my heart even further. Time will tell.

R.O.R-2.0 · « **Reply #38 on:** August 07, 2012, 12:54:13 pm »

please keep it Stu...

that is TOO NICE of a truck to part with..

i LOVE your truck, and i dont like caddys at all..

if i had the cash, i would seriously buy it, and put it in a big display case in my living room..

ORCoaster · « **Reply #39 on:** August 08, 2012, 09:58:01 pm »

ahh that's not it at all. The guy just didn't want to part with 10K to take it off your hands and break your heart.

R.O.R-2.0 · « **Reply #40 on:** August 09, 2012, 12:51:58 am »

Quote from: ORCoaster on August 08, 2012, 09:58:01 pm

ahh that's not it at all. The guy just didn't want to part with 10K to take it off your hands and break your heart.

$10k for a truck that is BETTER than brand new is NOT a bad price..

i really hope your baby stays where it is Stu..

your truck should be the poster child for the forum..

stewardc · « **Reply #41 on:** August 09, 2012, 06:50:18 am »

Quote from: ORCoaster on August 08, 2012, 09:58:01 pm

The guy just didn't want to part with 10K to take it off your hands and break your heart.

You wish.

I would never even consider a sale for that price. I presently have 2 offering considerably more than that, but just can't find the right replacement, so I am going to keep it.

ORCoaster · « **Reply #42 on:** August 09, 2012, 01:44:00 pm »

Oh now we get the true story. First time I have heard of that. In the housing arena they put that sale contingent on sale of house B. This is new to me, sale dependant on finding sweet ride replacement vehicle. What is next?

Care for the UniMog instead of a Jetta. The backhoe option could be useful in heavy traffic or for contracting out as a second job. We all need one of those right?

stewardc · « **Reply #43 on:** August 09, 2012, 02:31:27 pm »

Quote from: ORCoaster on August 09, 2012, 01:44:00 pm

Oh now we get the true story. First time I have heard of that. In the housing arena they put that sale contingent on sale of house B. This is new to me, sale dependant on finding sweet ride replacement vehicle. What is next?

Care for the UniMog instead of a Jetta. The backhoe option could be useful in heavy traffic or for contracting out as a second job. We all need one of those right?

Yeah, you've got the "conditional clauses" about right. After all, I don't have to sell it.

And, as for the Mog, I LIKE the way you thing, my friend !

ORCoaster · « **Reply #44 on:** August 09, 2012, 10:01:59 pm »

Not sure a doctor can be trusted with that kind of surgical equipment. Being a Soil Scientist I think a shovel is best used in the hands of one who likes to eat dirt.