Bad fuel?
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I've owned a couple of VW's. First was a 1969 VW bug I bought in Long Beach. Wouldn't start if it rained (don't believe the 'it never rains in southern California). But it was a tank. No heater, no air cond. AM radio only, 4 speed stick. The next one was a 2001 VW GTI. Nothing but electrical problems. Coils went twice. Car wouldn't go past 45 mph and jerked. Warranty covered it. Then the power windows, then wouldn't start (computer glitch). I traded it in and never looked at another VW.
"You planning on having a long relationship with that glass or are you going to drink it? Drink up, man. Maybe we can get another.” - Janis Joplin, 1970. -
Car running half tank, top off tank, won't run.....I'd guess bad gas first.
Did you check with station for other bad gas complaints? Especially before they correct the problem -and- they might be liable for your expenses.
.....where's The Gipper when you need him? He'd know that for sure!
Car running half tank, top off tank, won't run.....I'd guess bad gas first.
Did you check with station for other bad gas complaints? Especially before they correct the problem -and- they might be liable for your expenses.
.....where's The Gipper when you need him? He'd know that for sure!
Yea nothing, guy just said no my gas is good.
Plenty of people filled up and left while I waited there, but my car takes premium which much less people get/require.
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I've owned a couple of VW's. First was a 1969 VW bug I bought in Long Beach. Wouldn't start if it rained (don't believe the 'it never rains in southern California). But it was a tank. No heater, no air cond. AM radio only, 4 speed stick. The next one was a 2001 VW GTI. Nothing but electrical problems. Coils went twice. Car wouldn't go past 45 mph and jerked. Warranty covered it. Then the power windows, then wouldn't start (computer glitch). I traded it in and never looked at another VW.
I've owned a couple of VW's. First was a 1969 VW bug I bought in Long Beach. Wouldn't start if it rained (don't believe the 'it never rains in southern California). But it was a tank. No heater, no air cond. AM radio only, 4 speed stick. The next one was a 2001 VW GTI. Nothing but electrical problems. Coils went twice. Car wouldn't go past 45 mph and jerked. Warranty covered it. Then the power windows, then wouldn't start (computer glitch). I traded it in and never looked at another VW.
Newer ones are not bad, there's a lot of smart things I appreciate when I do anything to it. (Access holes for fog lights, the fuel pump access under the seat, etc.)
Even 10 years ago they were notorious for electrical problems but they aren't too bad now.
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I've worked my early career in maintenance plus I'm an old motorhead back when you could actually fix your own cars -but- I still believe in checking the easiest most fundamental and often the least expensive things first.
Fuses, switches, connectors first before before tearing into anything complicated or expensive.
What's all involved now in checking your engine for contaminated fuel?
What's all involved now in checking your engine for contaminated fuel?
Probably disconnect the fuel filter and run the fuel pump to collect some gas in a container.
I'll fix it myself depending on what it is, if it's bad gas I'll let the shop handle the tank draining.
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Ok I've posted enough on this topic. My guess fuel pump.Probably disconnect the fuel filter and run the fuel pump to collect some gas in a container.
I'll fix it myself depending on what it is, if it's bad gas I'll let the shop handle the tank draining.
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Ok I've posted enough on this topic. My guess fuel pump.
Yea I regret taking it to the shop but all my tools are at my mom's house.
Should have rented a fuel pressure tester and tested a few things because if they tell me it's a bad fuel pump I'll be towing it to her house to replace it myself to save a few hundred bux
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Ok I've posted enough on this topic. My guess fuel pump.
Yea I regret taking it to the shop but all my tools are at my mom's house.
Should have rented a fuel pressure tester and tested a few things because if they tell me it's a bad fuel pump I'll be towing it to her house to replace it myself to save a few hundred bux
I hope it's not the fuel pump man seriously I hope I'm wrong.Yea I regret taking it to the shop but all my tools are at my mom's house.
Should have rented a fuel pressure tester and tested a few things because if they tell me it's a bad fuel pump I'll be towing it to her house to replace it myself to save a few hundred bux
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I hope it's not the fuel pump man seriously I hope I'm wrong.Yea I regret taking it to the shop but all my tools are at my mom's house.
Should have rented a fuel pressure tester and tested a few things because if they tell me it's a bad fuel pump I'll be towing it to her house to replace it myself to save a few hundred bux
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I hope it's not the fuel pump man seriously I hope I'm wrong.
I'd be happy if it's the fuel pump, I can get one for < $150 by Wednesday and swap it out in a half hour
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Ok I've posted enough on this topic. My guess fuel pump.
Yea I regret taking it to the shop but all my tools are at my mom's house.
Should have rented a fuel pressure tester and tested a few things because if they tell me it's a bad fuel pump I'll be towing it to her house to replace it myself to save a few hundred bux
I hear that! I have every tool under the sun here and the big ones at mom's TWO garages (welder, big drill press, ramps, jack stands, etc x 10 ). I'm not up to fixing anything major now.Yea I regret taking it to the shop but all my tools are at my mom's house.
Should have rented a fuel pressure tester and tested a few things because if they tell me it's a bad fuel pump I'll be towing it to her house to replace it myself to save a few hundred bux
Just recently paid $300+ for "diagnosis ($99 alone) and change electric window motor...then weeks later $500+ for diagnosis, tie rod ends and front end alignment.
So much cheaper to DIY if you can swing it!
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Well that was unexpected.Said looks like the car skipped timing, no compression on any of the cylinders.*Luckily* I purchased an extended warranty and it should be covered, but they want the engine torn down to confirm the diagnosis before approving the claim.
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Well that was unexpected.Said looks like the car skipped timing, no compression on any of the cylinders.*Luckily* I purchased an extended warranty and it should be covered, but they want the engine torn down to confirm the diagnosis before approving the claim.
Yep timing belt and all that. They'll change the water pump and everything down the engine covers.Well that was unexpected.
Said looks like the car skipped timing, no compression on any of the cylinders.
*Luckily* I purchased an extended warranty and it should be covered, but they want the engine torn down to confirm the diagnosis before approving the claim.
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Yep timing belt and all that. They'll change the water pump and everything down the engine covers.Well that was unexpected.
Said looks like the car skipped timing, no compression on any of the cylinders.
*Luckily* I purchased an extended warranty and it should be covered, but they want the engine torn down to confirm the diagnosis before approving the claim.
Yep timing belt and all that. They'll change the water pump and everything down the engine covers.
Yea pretty fucked up, I hope the warranty doesn't find any excuse not to cover it (it says timing chain/belt, cylinder head are covered under the powertrain)
But they will not approve the claim until they tear it down, which cost $270 out of my pocket.
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Yep timing belt and all that. They'll change the water pump and everything down the engine covers.
Yea pretty fucked up, I hope the warranty doesn't find any excuse not to cover it (it says timing chain/belt, cylinder head are covered under the powertrain)
But they will not approve the claim until they tear it down, which cost $270 out of my pocket.
Yea pretty fucked up, I hope the warranty doesn't find any excuse not to cover it (it says timing chain/belt, cylinder head are covered under the powertrain)
But they will not approve the claim until they tear it down, which cost $270 out of my pocket.
Trade it in on a Lexus or if you can't afford a Toyota or Honda. VW still rated shit in Consumer Reports.
"You planning on having a long relationship with that glass or are you going to drink it? Drink up, man. Maybe we can get another.” - Janis Joplin, 1970. -
I love that VW, it's turbo , 6 speed and loads of fun.
But probable timing tensioner failure out of the blue that bent every valve not cool. Thank god for the warranty.
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I love that VW, it's turbo , 6 speed and loads of fun.
But probable timing tensioner failure out of the blue that bent every valve not cool. Thank god for the warranty.
Very cool warranty. Are they going to give you a rental?I love that VW, it's turbo , 6 speed and loads of fun.
But probable timing tensioner failure out of the blue that bent every valve not cool. Thank god for the warranty.
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Yea pretty fucked up, I hope the warranty doesn't find any excuse not to cover it (it says timing chain/belt, cylinder head are covered under the powertrain)
But they will not approve the claim until they tear it down, which cost $270 out of my pocket.
Trade it in on a Lexus or if you can't afford a Toyota or Honda. VW still rated shit in Consumer Reports.
Get a fucking Chevy.Trade it in on a Lexus or if you can't afford a Toyota or Honda. VW still rated shit in Consumer Reports.
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Very cool warranty. Are they going to give you a rental?
Yea I'll get a rental, going to wait until after they approve the claim though
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Renting a Hyundai sonata. Not bad, but I like my car much more
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Yep timing belt and all that. They'll change the water pump and everything down the engine covers.
Yea pretty fucked up, I hope the warranty doesn't find any excuse not to cover it (it says timing chain/belt, cylinder head are covered under the powertrain)
But they will not approve the claim until they tear it down, which cost $270 out of my pocket.
Yea pretty fucked up, I hope the warranty doesn't find any excuse not to cover it (it says timing chain/belt, cylinder head are covered under the powertrain)
But they will not approve the claim until they tear it down, which cost $270 out of my pocket.
would have never considered a timing chain jumping on a quick gas fill-up. but it happens. some guys pay far more than $270 for sex..Well, there she is, your move? Take her to bbedward palace & good luck..
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