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As being a fellow owner of diesel VW's, I am worried when you said little to no tools required to replace the belt (assume you have either an ALH or AHU engine code based on the headlight comment). These engines are pretty particular when it comes to timing belt alignment. The window for getting them just right is really tight. There are about 5-7 special tools that are pretty necessary to do it right. As I mentioned, getting the timing just right (especially the injection pump) is pretty sensitive (to adjust you need a Vag-Com to communicate with the computer and confirm injection timing). TDIClub.com as mentioned above, has a wealth of knowledge and very competent people. Would hate for you to trash a good TDI.
 
Fourrunner said:
As being a fellow owner of diesel VW's, I am worried when you said little to no tools required to replace the belt (assume you have either an ALH or AHU engine code based on the headlight comment). These engines are pretty particular when it comes to timing belt alignment. The window for getting them just right is really tight. There are about 5-7 special tools that are pretty necessary to do it right. As I mentioned, getting the timing just right (especially the injection pump) is pretty sensitive (to adjust you need a Vag-Com to communicate with the computer and confirm injection timing). TDIClub.com as mentioned above, has a wealth of knowledge and very competent people. Would hate for you to trash a good TDI.
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Rob knows his stuff, he's probably just being modest. His car is an ALH. My wife's car is the newer PD version (BEW i think) and the timing belt is due. Grunt. I think it'll be a trip to a mechanic for that one.

P.S. My bumper still kicks ass. Ive had many compliments in it Fourrunner. :popcorn:
 
I had a vw tech come through, he said it was a basic job.... more time to pull the gear out of the way to access the belt.

This particular engine required one tool for the fuel pump, no crank tool.

I will get the timing checked anyways.

My old friend Peter Mac from vancouver mentioned I can get a disc and hook my laptop up to the car and do some tuning, might try this next..:beer:

Pete has a sweet 80series anniversary addition with 1hd-t(little cruiser content) his buddy purchased my supercharged hundy...

Rob L
 
Sounds good. There should have been a cam lock tool as well. The cam gear should have been pulled, IP locked and that should do it. Along with the vagcom, you should be on the road and in good shape. I am sure you need the IP timed. All the belts i have done I have always had to time them (10 or so).
 
Radd Cruisers said:
I was told that the cam gear need not be pulled if you can get enough slack to pull the belt.

5000KM so far no bang....
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Hey Rob, What was the total "parts" bill? I'm assuming you did tensioner and H20 pump at the same time.

Perhaps Ill do a DIY search. Its just one on those jobs where if you get it wrong it can become an expensive way to save a few bucks, if you know what I mean.
 
No I did not, as mentioned I spoke with a factory tech and he told me he does not follow these steps and has never had a failure? Edit I did loosen the pump bolts but not the cam bolts, brain fart.... and i will get the fuel timing checked.

I understand the theory and may pop the timing cover and put it to tdc, and check the tensioner. What does not make sense is the crank on this model does not have a locking tool, so how do you know the belt is in the right position after tensioning? I think the VW guys were over thinking that a belt might be that much out of spec???

Same with replacing the engine mount bolts, two very reputable shops told me they never replace them, could be a little overkill.

My wife drives to Comox twice a week, still getting 950km on a tank..

If it goes bang, I will let you know.

Gotta love the 1hd-t and 1hz, no were near the bull crap to replace the tbelt, even better the 3b and 2h with no tbelt...

Great link thanks.

Rob
 
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slowandsteady BJ said:
Hey Rob, What was the total "parts" bill? I'm assuming you did tensioner and H20 pump at the same time.

Perhaps Ill do a DIY search. Its just one on those jobs where if you get it wrong it can become an expensive way to save a few bucks, if you know what I mean.
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Metal water pump and top quality kit was around 380.00 some retail for 500.00... Lordcos price was one the more expensive, look around on line.

It came with all the bits needed,water pump, tensioners , idlers, crank seal and the high quality belt, I believe it was a continental kit. I was told to stay away from Dayco belts.

On the videos they show the plastic impellers failing..

If you really want to get techy, pull the all the recommended items, the specialty tool kit for install can be purchased pretty reasonable...


I had a heavy duty mechanic who comes into MSM and loaned me his kit, super nice guy.

Rob:beer:
 
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These are a few good sites to buy TDI parts from:

http://www.metalmanparts.com/
http://shopping.boraparts.com/
http://www.idparts.com/catalog/
http://www.kermatdi.com/servlet/StoreFront

All very reputable and stand behind their product. Last kit I bought was from metalmanparts. I have also bought parts from blauparts.com but have had some minor issues with their TDI timing belt kit. I have been using the Gates belt. That seems to be the preferred belt at the moment. As far as the tools go, the tool kit to buy is made by dieselgeek.com (they also sell a timing belt kit as well). Not sure about Canada shipping, but most are around the 300 shipped mark.

Happy dieseling Rob!
 
When I bought mine, the belt had just been done, literally the week before.

Receipt was under 600 for the job. I think it was 3point that did it, but he had most of the work on it done by a guy up in parksville, that works on his own on vw's, so it might have been him.

Klaus something or other. ( his name is probably Jim or Dave, but as you know, you cannot have a vw business without a German name.) I have his card out in the car, he's probably worth a call.

Was cheaper than I'd thought for that job, for that price I wouldn't do it myself. I've watched the video, and looks like a pain in the ass. Maybe if I had the engine out for a clutch job I'd do it, but in car it would suck.

They must have timed it when they did the job, I wouldn't be getting the ridiculous mileage I'm gettiing if they hadn't I think. ( actually getting 60mpg)

Passat tank must be bigger than a golfs, I'm up to 1150...still not at the bottom...although I don't really want to find out where E really is..:lol:

Once in a while I look at that site with the injectors...more power, better mileage (maybe)...and I think "that'd be cool, I should get those", then I slap myself and go into the garage and glue a piece of wood together...:lol:
 
Bhaaaa, gonna twin turbo mine..:p

600 is a good price, they quoted me a grand at Bavarian...


seapotato said:
When I bought mine, the belt had just been done, literally the week before.

Receipt was under 600 for the job. I think it was 3point that did it, but he had most of the work on it done by a guy up in parksville, that works on his own on vw's, so it might have been him.

Klaus something or other. ( his name is probably Jim or Dave, but as you know, you cannot have a vw business without a German name.) I have his card out in the car, he's probably worth a call.

Was cheaper than I'd thought for that job, for that price I wouldn't do it myself. I've watched the video, and looks like a pain in the ass. Maybe if I had the engine out for a clutch job I'd do it, but in car it would suck.

They must have timed it when they did the job, I wouldn't be getting the ridiculous mileage I'm gettiing if they hadn't I think. ( actually getting 60mpg)

Passat tank must be bigger than a golfs, I'm up to 1150...still not at the bottom...although I don't really want to find out where E really is..:lol:

Once in a while I look at that site with the injectors...more power, better mileage (maybe)...and I think "that'd be cool, I should get those", then I slap myself and go into the garage and glue a piece of wood together...:lol:
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seapotato said:
Once in a while I look at that site with the injectors...more power, better mileage (maybe)...and I think "that'd be cool, I should get those", then I slap myself and go into the garage and glue a piece of wood together...:lol:
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nothing like some quality time with aromatics to help straighten out one's thoughts
 
Toshi38 said:
Looks like I'm joining the club... my dakota Tcase exploded on the highway on Sunday so I bought a 2004 Jetta TDI last night.
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Welcome to the dark side! I loved my 2004 Jetta and our 2005 Golf has been a workhorse.

Change the fuel filter often (I do every other oil change) and keep the 15w40 for the 3B. The guy that bought my Jetta asked why I dont just run 15w40??? Car is probably dead now or at least on its 2nd motor.

How about a pic there Steve?

I too thought about "hot rodding" mine but then I realized why I bought it in the first place and gave my head a shake.
 
Its not really welcome to the dark side... I think this is about my 6th VW Jetta/Golf.

I went and argued the price down on this one figure I got a decent deal.

270km has had the turbo actuator and the timing belt done already. $3200

I had it up on the hoist last night and everything looks good underneath. It will need new brake pads/rotors so I'll be doing a rockauto order. I'm planning on getting the AKEBONO brand ceramic pads ... I've heard good things has anyone used them?

I'll throw up a picture once I've taken one.
 
Toshi38 said:
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I went and argued the price down .
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I'm shocked....:lol:



I came very close to picking up a synchro wagon that was on used vic a month or so ago...gasser, but it'd be cool with a diesel in there...

and then, again, slapped myself and went back into the garage...:bang:


Really wanted the wagon version of my vw when I got it, but they're rare as snake s***, so couldn't find one. :meh:
 
Toshi38 said:
Its not really welcome to the dark side... I think this is about my 6th VW Jetta/Golf.

I went and argued the price down on this one figure I got a decent deal.

270km has had the turbo actuator and the timing belt done already. $3200

I had it up on the hoist last night and everything looks good underneath. It will need new brake pads/rotors so I'll be doing a rockauto order. I'm planning on getting the AKEBONO brand ceramic pads ... I've heard good things has anyone used them?

I'll throw up a picture once I've taken one.
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Damn, thats a great price, I had new michelin tires and brakes.. 4K..
 
I pulled the trigger on larger injectors and a tune for my 2000 TDI. Just finished up the 5spd swap and will install them soon. Excited to see what happens to fuel economy and performance.

seapotato said:
When I bought mine, the belt had just been done, literally the week before.

Receipt was under 600 for the job. I think it was 3point that did it, but he had most of the work on it done by a guy up in parksville, that works on his own on vw's, so it might have been him.

Klaus something or other. ( his name is probably Jim or Dave, but as you know, you cannot have a vw business without a German name.) I have his card out in the car, he's probably worth a call.

Was cheaper than I'd thought for that job, for that price I wouldn't do it myself. I've watched the video, and looks like a pain in the ass. Maybe if I had the engine out for a clutch job I'd do it, but in car it would suck.

They must have timed it when they did the job, I wouldn't be getting the ridiculous mileage I'm gettiing if they hadn't I think. ( actually getting 60mpg)

Passat tank must be bigger than a golfs, I'm up to 1150...still not at the bottom...although I don't really want to find out where E really is..:lol:

Once in a while I look at that site with the injectors...more power, better mileage (maybe)...and I think "that'd be cool, I should get those", then I slap myself and go into the garage and glue a piece of wood together...:lol:
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