What did you do with your GMT400 today...or yesterday....

[MrMarty51]

Maybe don’t get a Jetta then...

Trust me I love my TDI and I would get another any day, but I only recommend them to certain types of people
They can be great cars but require very specific maintenance if you want them to treat you well. German engineering y’know...

If its like an Audi, German Complications.
Do not ever attempt installing timing chain tensioners unless You have drained the oil, then, refill oil through a pressure port.
It will jump timing on the chain and do all sorts of damage to valves, pistons and heads.
Dont ask.

 

[J_dude]

If its like an Audi, German Complications.
Do not ever attempt installing timing chain tensioners unless You have drained the oil, then, refill oil through a pressure port.
It will jump timing on the chain and do all sorts of damage to valves, pistons and heads.
Dont ask.

Wow. Yup that’s sounds German to me
These TDI Jettas have timing belts though, and I haven’t heard about draining and filling the oil while changing those. Must be a different engine?

 

[dbrannon79]

Yep the Jetta is the lesser version of the VW's the Audi's are the same cars just in more luxury.

 

[dbrannon79]

@J_dude I agree. since we have gotten this Jetta we have I have learned so much about it. it took a LOT of reading in the forums too!

 

[ak diesel driver]

must be the tdi then the gas version is pretty normal

 

[dbrannon79]

Yep. the TDI diesel is the one.

Not on my truck, but took the Jetta in to get a replacement battery. Next on the list is a new set of shoes

 

[Husker6.5]

You getting Nike or Adidas?

 

[dbrannon79]

I would wish for Michelins but more than likely what ever discount tire has on special

 

[Husker6.5]

Shouldn't you be trying Famous Footwear or Payless Shoes? I didn't know Michelin makes them, are they anything like Birkenstocks?

 

[dbrannon79]

to be honest Michelin does make work boots and shoes! Funny you mention it because I wear a pair at work. I preferr them over any other boot because of the ortho insoles. their quite comfortable haha.

Michelin Lifestyle

us.michelin-lifestyle.com

 

[Husker6.5]

Now, if only Redwing and Wolverine made tires!

 

[MrMarty51]

Now, if only Redwing and Wolverine made tires!

And COOPER brand work boots and hiking shoes.
I want to get a Red Wing boots but not it steel toe. For hikers only and like the ones I used to get for working in.

 

[MrMarty51]

And COOPER brand work boots and hiking shoes.
I want to get a Red Wing boots but not it steel toe. For hikers only and like the ones I used to get for working in.

Like these.
Now that My back is fixed. Get healed and the fusion takes place I do wanna do a bunch more hiking and trails.
This is the boots (except steel toe) that I used at work.
If anyone ever tries these boots You will never go back to what You wore pervious to these.
Total comfort and absolutely no break in required.

LoggerMax | Red Wing

Tough, aggressive lug soles that optimize traction • Very aggressive lug sole • Ultra-durable, heavy-duty welted construction between upper and sole •... | Red Wing

www.redwingshoes.com

 

[jrsavoie]

If its like an Audi, German Complications.
Do not ever attempt installing timing chain tensioners unless You have drained the oil, then, refill oil through a pressure port.
It will jump timing on the chain and do all sorts of damage to valves, pistons and heads.
Dont ask.

Like these.
Now that My back is fixed. Get healed and the fusion takes place I do wanna do a bunch more hiking and trails.
This is the boots (except steel toe) that I used at work.
If anyone ever tries these boots You will never go back to what You wore pervious to these.
Total comfort and absolutely no break in required.

LoggerMax | Red Wing

Tough, aggressive lug soles that optimize traction • Very aggressive lug sole • Ultra-durable, heavy-duty welted construction between upper and sole •... | Red Wing

www.redwingshoes.com

Those would kill my feet without work.
I need a hard stiff sole, but it has to be flat, not curved.
The best I found was Meindle hiking boots

 

[MrMarty51]

Just before having to come over for back surgery, this arrived.
I’m liking this unit.
The old and the new.

 

[Big T]

Just before having to come over for back surgery, this arrived.
I’m liking this unit.
The old and the new.

WTF is that?

 

[Big T]

Best boots you can buy:

Zamberlan Lynx Mid GTX Wide Boot - Men's - Footwear

Buy the Zamberlan Lynx Mid GTX Wide Boot - Men's online or shop all Footwear from Backcountry.com.

www.backcountry.com

 

[MrMarty51]

WTF is that?

Up rated GP harness.
The old harness has bare wires hanging out. I forgot to test to see if any of the fusible links Was burnt out. That’ll give me something to do after a little healing happens.

 

[Paveltolz]

I would wish for Michelins but more than likely what ever discount tire has on special

I put Michelin’s Cross Climate 2’s on the T-Reg last summer. Love ‘em and they are 3 Peak snow rated. So, on those rare but traumatic times Texas does get a snow storm, you can maneuver to a safe place to watch the other drivers go for it. Been there, done that as I put them back on in February and we’re still getting snow here.
Good on the dirt and in the mud too.

 

[dbrannon79]

I put Michelin’s Cross Climate 2’s on the T-Reg last summer. Love ‘em and they are 3 Peak snow rated. So, on those rare but traumatic times Texas does get a snow storm, you can maneuver to a safe place to watch the other drivers go for it. Been there, done that as I put them back on in February and we’re still getting snow here.
Good on the dirt and in the mud too. View attachment 80640View attachment 80641View attachment 80642

That tread pattern looks like it would be dam good for water and flooding streets! I may just save up and look into a set. now that I finally got my wife's car back on the road after waiting on that special tool to stretch the belt. LOL shes a happy camper again.