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R32 Replaced Coilpacks/Plugs

Posted on May 16, 2009 by rich

@30,893 Miles – Replaced Coilpacks, Plugs, Oil & Filter 022 905 715 B – new coilpacks *note – nothing wrong with old – just preventative. IZKR7B – stock NGK spark plugs **edit – VW has an Ignition Coil Inspection & … Continue reading →

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JSW Installed Huper Optik Film

Posted on May 1, 2009 by rich

@344 Miles – Hüper Ceramic 30 window film on all windows. Visible Light Transmission – 34% Visible Light Reflectance – 11% Shading Coefficient 0.47% Total Solar Energy Rejected 61% Infrared Light Rejection – 85% UV Light Reflectance – 99.9% pictures … Continue reading →

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Jetta Sportwagen TDI

Posted on April 27, 2009 by rich

After an exhaustive search for a new daily driver, all paths led back to a VW JSW TDI for functionality. A long commute (70 miles), hauling pets, and a future kid… We kept it simple: Black/Beige and DSG (Wife). After … Continue reading →

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DEKA replacement battery over Braille Auto

Posted on October 4, 2006 by rich

For two years I have been running a lightweight battery setup in the R32. Performed flawless for its intention, though the R32 only sees the road once a week or so. So when the Braille battery failed again and outside … Continue reading →

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R32 Brake Light Switch

Posted on March 3, 2006 by rich

Brake light switch (BLS) failed @20,001 miles on the R32. Stopped by the local dealership (did not purchase from there – I recommend GuntherVW), wanted to void my warranty for having a boser hood. Nice tech came out and laughed … Continue reading →

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Car vs Coding

Posted on April 2, 2004 by rich

Some days I’d rather be out driving the new R32 I love Spring + Hibernate…

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