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#2440 of 2449 Re: oil pressure light blinks [alltorque] by shipo Apr 03, 2009 (11:17 am)
Replying to: alltorque (Apr 03, 2009 9:27 am) The fact of the matter is that a huge number of 1.8T engines here in the U.S. have died prematurely due to sludge. While not a hard and fast rule, the vast majority of 1.8Ts that have failed either didn't have their oil changed every 5,000 miles, and/or didn't have 502.00 oil in the oil pans. True the 2.0T (both versions) are capable of 10,000 miles or more, but only a very foolish or very naive person would run a North American 1.8T any longer than 5,000 miles.   Best regards, Shipo Replies to this message: ruking1 (Apr 13, 2009 7:45 am) shipo (Apr 13, 2009 8:59 am) ruking1 (Apr 13, 2009 9:14 am)
#2441 of 2449 Re: oil pressure light blinks [shipo] by ruking1 Apr 13, 2009 (7:45 am)
Replying to: shipo (Apr 03, 2009 11:17 am) As a look back, I am surely glad the TDI motor selection has allowed me to dodge (literally) those bullets. Further in retrospect, the TDI seems to have been the best motor of the three 1.9 TDI, 2.0, 1.8T, for the 2003 MY.   While this might seem like a small thing, The TDI's "oil use" has been app 8oz per 10,000 miles or app 1/2 qt (16 oz) per 20,000 to 25,000 miles OCI. Incidently the oil used since oem fill and recommended oil change at 5,000 miles, Delvac One 5w40, aka Mobil One Truck & SUV 5w40, aka Mobil One TDT 5w40, does not carry the VW 500.00 series rating. While I would recommended using oils with the VW ( du jour) approved ratings, this oil seems to perform in an almost stellar fashion.   For the 2.0 and 1.8T I have heard of consumption up to 1 qt per 1,000 miles (and even less than 1,000 miles !!) Replies to this message: shipo (Apr 13, 2009 8:59 am) ruking1 (Apr 13, 2009 9:14 am)
#2442 of 2449 Re: oil pressure light blinks [ruking1] by shipo Apr 13, 2009 (8:59 am)
Replying to: ruking1 (Apr 13, 2009 7:45 am) One thing to keep in mind is that there are two completely distinct 2.0T gasoline engines. The BPY version (aka. the FSI engine) which ran from ~2004 or so up until the end of the 2008 model year was known to consume oil (especially of the PCV system was not properly operating), however, the new CCTA engine (aka. the TSI engine), which started appearing in some transverse PZEV cars mid-way through the 2008 model year is developing a reputation for not using any oil at all.   Best regards, Shipo Replies to this message: ruking1 (Apr 13, 2009 9:14 am)
#2443 of 2449 Re: oil pressure light blinks [shipo] by ruking1 Apr 13, 2009 (9:14 am)
Replying to: shipo (Apr 13, 2009 8:59 am) Perhaps another way to say this is still... buyer beware. I think it is good that VW is finally able to translate the effort into a good gasser product, i.e., CCTA engine aka TSI.   The "needle in the haystack problems" remains however.   So for another example, I could have selected the 2003 TDI with the O1M automatic transmission....... Perhaps the outcome COULD have been FAR different on the transmission despite a GREAT TDI engine
#2444 of 2449 Tourareg TDI available by gagrice Apr 23, 2009 (2:54 pm)
The new Touareg TDI has hit the showrooms here in San Diego. The tax credit is only $1150. Better than nothing I guess. I like the looks of the Touareg best of the diesel SUVs on the market. The ML320 CDI is the most comfortable of the bunch. The BMW X5 & GL320 CDI get the biggest tax credit of $1800. The VW comes with leather in the base configuration and should be going for right about $40k before TTL and the tax credit. Replies to this message: ruking1 (Apr 23, 2009 2:57 pm) gagrice (Apr 23, 2009 3:06 pm)
#2445 of 2449 Re: Tourareg TDI available [gagrice] by ruking1 Apr 23, 2009 (2:57 pm)
Replying to: gagrice (Apr 23, 2009 2:54 pm) Let us know how the test ride goes!   Not to get anyone's dander up, but first look, it looks like a VW Jetta Sportwagon, albeit higher and bigger/chunkier. link title VW Sportwagon link title   It will be interesting to see/hear how the 3.0 V6 TDI does. 221 hp/407 # ft and EPA of 17/25 mpg, it does set the bar/s very high, both for SUV's and INXS of 4,000 #'s segment vehicles. With a 26.4 gal tank, a 650+ miles range is nothing to sneeze at either.   I am swagging after 10,000 miles initial break in, 26-30 mpg will not be difficult to achieve.   Vs a TLC getting 14-16 mpg ( mid point of 15 mpg) , getting 25 mpg , I will take 67% better fuel mileage !!!!!!!!!   To put it in perspective, Jetta TDI 2.0 I4 140 hp/236 # ft, EPA of 29/40 mpg. It is getting a range of 39-45 mpg. During the normal commute, (can't be herky jerky) more like 41-44 mpg. During a break in 2,300 miles trip/run (lots of spots to be herky jerky), it posted over all 43.5 mpg. (or so)   Highway 5 N/S, S/N was actually in construction herky jerky, (more like perpetual , but another issue) so it was simple to blend in. Vancouver's WA,BC were both BAD. Portland's and Seattle's downtown's traffic was a rolling parking lot- (I am being too optimistic here I know). All in all a great trip. Replies to this message: gagrice (Apr 23, 2009 3:06 pm)
#2446 of 2449 Re: Tourareg TDI available [ruking1] by gagrice Apr 23, 2009 (3:06 pm)
Replying to: ruking1 (Apr 23, 2009 2:57 pm) I would like to go drive one in the next several days. Will post my impressions.
#2447 of 2449 Re: High Mileage TDIs - Stats Requested [mgutai] by mistake1 May 01, 2009 (2:48 pm)
Replying to: mgutai (Jan 08, 2007 10:58 am) 2002 TDI-I bought this car while not feeling well-it worked out OK.At 53,000 the transmission failed-it took 3 weeks to get another "shipped over"-since then I change the fluid every so often-I have it changed-current milage 189,000 and counting-I use shell rotella synthetic and I change it myself every 5-6,000 miles. Anybody know a TDI mechainic near cincinnati-I am trying to decide whether to trade or spend a couple thousand to keep it-it is due a timing belt and water pump and it needs struts and the finish is just ok. Thanks
#2448 of 2449 Tiguan TDI by vwinva May 02, 2009 (5:58 am)
Has VW given up on bringing this over to the US? Replies to this message: gagrice (May 02, 2009 6:35 am)
#2449 of 2449 Re: Tiguan TDI [vwinva] by gagrice May 02, 2009 (6:35 am)
Replying to: vwinva (May 02, 2009 5:58 am) I hope not. That would be a great little 35 MPG SUV. It would kick butt on everything in its class. The only fear I can see by VW is it would not be a neck jerking 0-60 MPH rig, that US consumers are enamored with. Personally climbing my 7% grade on Interstate 8 at the speed limit of 70 MPH without downshifting is my benchmark. None of the small 4 cylinder gas or hybrids can manage that. Heck my Toyota V8s are borderline.

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