[Vwdiesel] glow plugs

[Nate Wall]

<<<BTW, the last time I bought Bosch plugs, the bean counters had been
busy.  The little bolts that attach the plug to the bus bar, which used to
be included with new plugs, are no longer a part of the package.  Don't drop
the ones you remove, and make them a regular item at the pick-n-pull.>>>>

About 10 years ago I bought my first Bosch plug replacement. It did not come w/
a new nut. Every one since did not either. I use a regular 8 MM nut and bend it
slightly w/ a hammer to make it "self locking" like the originals, if I ever
lose one.

--Nate

Scott Kair wrote:

> Chris wrote:
>
> > www.vwdieselparts.com
> >
> > 4 quick start glow plugs, relay, and fuse for $84.50.  I'll be buying one
> of
> > their "glow plug kits" myself before winter.<<
>
>     Jack Ewald is an excellent source of tech support and parts, both new
> and used.  I usually check with him before anyone else.
>     It is prudent, though, to ask him the right questions and pay close
> attention to his answers.  If you ask and he replies specifically that the
> plugs are Bosch, they will be Bosch plugs and will arrive well packed and
> quickly.  At that price, though, I'd ask what brand the relay is.
>     BTW, the last time I bought Bosch plugs, the bean counters had been
> busy.  The little bolts that attach the plug to the bus bar, which used to
> be included with new plugs, are no longer a part of the package.  Don't drop
> the ones you remove, and make them a regular item at the pick-n-pull.
>     HTH,
>     Scott Kair
>
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