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Any recommendations for a solid mechanic in the Indianapolis area, qualified to work on a 2001 Passat B5.5 1.8t GLS? My mechanic flaked out on me (the bum took a 8-4 job with another shop, gave up his private practice, how dare he!) and it's just too far away to justify taking it to him or...

I've had some good experiences with the AAA Car Care on Brokaw, but if anyone knows a good honest independent VW shop I'd love to have a reference. I'm sure there will be things I can't do myself or don't have time or tools (even at Pit Row).

Hi all - My poor girl (2003 1.8t Passat wagon - manual) has been making this noise for a while now (at least 3). Initially, it only occurred right when I started her up, and then only when I was accelerating between 1st and 3rd gear (and THEN only if I was accelerating kinda hard, almost enough...

I own two B6 and a TDI. Repairs are getting expensive. Any good VW mechanics in Michigan who operate from their garages that I can work together and learn or any affordable VW mechanics in the area that the forum members can recommend? My best recommendation though bit expensive is Steve's...

I'm just wondering how many members are licensed mechanic Will start with me ... i'm a vehicle technician in the Canadian Army but i have my auto , truck and coach and heavy equipment certification ... planning to try the ASE route next ... don't know why but i want to do it ...

Anyone on here recommend a good non-dealer mechanic to do a PPI on a 2004 Allroad for me in Calgary? I know, I know, its an Allroad, I do know what I'm in for eventually (turbos, air suspension replacement control arms, etc.), but it only has 45k and 'seems' to be owned/driven by a...

since I cant ask for help here.... I shall just post a generic post.. I'm Justine... I love VW... my passat however, is going to be the death of me

I have an 07 wagon that I love with 55000 miles on it... no oil bolt problems yet, but i'm starting to get worried. If I can find a reliable mechanic that has done the prevention work before I would probably splurge for it - my mechanic in Berkeley, CA (KarmaKanix) has heard of the issue but...

I have an 07 wagon that I love with 55000 miles on it... no oil bolt problems yet, but i'm starting to get worried. If I can find a reliable mechanic that has done the prevention work before I would probably splurge for it - my mechanic in Berkeley (KarmaKanix) has heard of the issue but hasn't...

Not mine, but found it looking for project cars... ;) Timing belt broke, but body looks to be in good shape for 135K miles. Craigslist near me for $1,200. Mechanic Special!! 2003 VW Passat GLX Wagon :wrench:

I'm not quite sure if anyone else has posted this here before, but if not, deffenitly give it a watch if you haven't seen it. It's amazing what these guys can do on the side of a middle eastern road. No power tools, no air guns, all by hand in a matter of minutes. Incredibly impressive stuff...

My father is selling his W8. Details: 2002 Automatic 91K on the body About 89K on the motor (VW put in a replacement motor around 60K due to water damage from a storm) Car has a salvage title Interior (black leather) 9/10 Exterior (reflex silver) 8/10 Car will be sold as is 2,500 or best...

Does anybody know of any independent mobile mechanics who can work with me on working the front end of my wagon. I am in the metro NYC area and have access to a lift and some tools.

I posted in another thread that I recently had my CEL come on. I took it to my local (non-VW specialist) mechanic, who said that three codes came up. (Sorry, I don't have the codes right now.) He said that I had to replace both my catalytic converters. I told him to do the work, and it cost...

1,600 CC dual port engine. Currently has a H30/31 PICT carb, but also have a rebuilt 34PICT-3 that I'd rather be using. The problem is the same with both. The engine starts okay, and can idle fine, but drives like a dirty bitch. Any acceleration is making it backfire and pop. Holding a steady...

So i just got this 98 1.8t 5 speed 4 days ago. 2 days ago started smoking on cold start. SOme people say it could be the intake leaking into the turbo and it burning off. The turbo has 26k on it. Well today it seems to have picked up a knock. Sounds like in the oil pan area. Its up top but when...

looking for a honest mechanic in northern orlando area

Hi - I recently joined this forum because I need some help with my 2001 (b5.5) passat. I have exhaust system problems (p420 and 430 codes) for catalytic converters bank 1 and 2, muffler issues. I was wondering if there is a reliable shop in Brooklyn/NYC/Westchester, NY that someone knows about...

Hi, New VW Passat Owner here. Mines is a 2000 VW Passat V4. It is formerly my brother in law's, sitting in the back wrecked. I paid for it to be restored and it drives beautifully. I think its main issue is alignment and inspection. It will eventually need a tune up. Also, how often do I need...