well looks like i will end up having to do the big job i have looked through all the maintenance records for my 2000 passat v6 and no signs of tb and wp replacement dnt know how it has survived to 127233 unless they didnt put the reciept for the wp in the folder they gave to me because on one reciept from vw dealer it says 2 cylinder head: called wp : next week but i guess it cant hurt to replace any input on this guys and does anyone know a shop in connecticut that could do it for a reasonable price thanks pics coming soon to dark for my camera tonight 