[s-cars] LAC: 2007 VW Jetta 2.0

[JC]

Good point Taka - there are aftermarket hardened followers, although 
some argue that the factory fix/parts is also now hardened and solves 
the problem.  Another well known FSI problem is the PITA PCV system 
which is overly complex and clogs up and stops working properly.  There 
are arguments about which VAG revision of the PCV part you want to 
replace with for best performance ("G" rev, "H" rev etc.) , or,  the 
aftermarket has "F-it PCV is too complicated" catch-can systems, or, one 
or two vendors have actual functioning aftermarket PCV options.  If 
performance is weak but otherwise all is well that's worth a look - 
sometimes PCV makes funny noises too on its way out.

Yes we also have an FSI in the family - great motor when it runs well 
but a few things to watch out for.  Wish I could justify the APR 
chiptune on the wife's A3 but it'd be money out of my own car budget so 
sadly ain't gonna happen... (but man that thing must be a blast w/ 300 
torques)

On 12/16/2011 12:21 AM, Taka Mizutani wrote:
> Congrats-
> I would do a couple things with one of those right away-
>
> The "FSI" engined 2.0Ts have an issue with part of the cam wearing out
> prematurely- I would make sure that you don't have an issue with that or
> that it is already fixed.
>
> Also, these cars are prone to sludge issues if they are not maintained
> correctly- make sure you use the correct spec VW 505.?? oil- full synthetic.
>
> I'll second Cody's recommendation on chip tuning- that will make the car
> very fun.
>
> Taka
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