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Blacktree
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MAY 29, 02:08 PM
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On these aftermarket wheels, the center caps are painted. But the rest of the wheel appears to be powdercoated. On the plus side, the powdercoat is holding up great. But the clearcoat on the center caps was peeling off. So I decided to refurbish the center caps. I also decided to add some VW badges for that "OEM Plus" look.
Here's a shot of the finished product.
And a video of the work I put into it:
[This message has been edited by Blacktree (edited 05-29-2020).]
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Blacktree
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JUN 01, 03:30 PM
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Here's an update on the Jetta.
I had to revisit the catch can install, to fix some minor issues. Plus, the missing battery cover was bugging me. So I modified it to fit. Also, the engine cover was rubbing on the breather hoses, so I clearanced it. And I decided to put some filter media (metal Brillo pad) in the catch can, to make it more effective.
Here's a quick video about it:
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Blacktree
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JUN 26, 02:14 PM
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It's been awhile since I posted anything Jetta related. That's because I've been chasing some cooling system issues.
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Blacktree
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JUL 03, 06:08 PM
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Recently, the starter in the Jetta has been making "coffee grinder" noises on start-up. After some research, I found that can happen if clutch dust (or dust in general) builds up inside the starter. So I took it apart to clean out the gunk.
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Blacktree
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JUL 12, 11:28 AM
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This time around, the Jetta's headlights get some love. I replaced the old Philips CrystalVision bulbs with Hella Optilux bulbs. I also replaced a lens that was turning yellow.
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Blacktree
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SEP 05, 01:56 PM
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I recently bought a beat-up old BMW for a project car. You've probably seen the build thread already. So the Jetta hasn't gotten much attention lately. But the timing belt was due for replacement. Plus the water pump was starting to weep coolant. And the thermostat was sticking open. I decided to tackle all that stuff in one shot.
I bought a "high mileage" timing belt kit, which also includes a water pump and all the idler pulleys for the timing belt. The special tools required to do the job would have cost around $250-300. And I only plan to use them once. So I decided to rent them instead. Below is a shot of all the parts, and the special tools.
I've done timing belt replacement on other cars. But this was on a completely different level... bordering on absurdity. I would not recommend this to a novice.
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Blacktree
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SEP 26, 09:41 AM
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Just a quick update: I remastered a couple of the older videos, because the audio wasn't very good. I recorded new voice-over, and balanced the audio levels. I had to do this for the sway bar and axle beam videos.
Edit to add: I updated the video links up above, to reflect that.[This message has been edited by Blacktree (edited 09-26-2020).]
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Blacktree
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OCT 16, 01:27 AM
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Can you tell what's wrong with this picture?
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Monkeyman
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OCT 16, 09:59 AM
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Blacktree
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OCT 16, 02:04 PM
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I haven't seen a fuse burn up like that in a long time. But apparently, it's a common problem with these Volkswagens. When the radiator fan goes bad, it draws a lot of current through that fuse. And instead of just blowing the fuse, it makes the fuse heat up and melt. On my car, it got hot enough to melt the fuse holder, as well. So I had to replace the entire fuse holder.
Here's a quick video about it:
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