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  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: Oil & Lubrication Forum FAQ

    Here's the place for answers to all of our most frequently asked (and answered) questions on Oil, lubricants, and other fluids for our...

    Started by Tim@VMG, 05-22-2008 07:25 AM
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  1. MK4 GTI 1.8t What oil?

    I have a 2001 GTI i just bought. It was over 200,000 miles on it. The previous owner said he was running conventional oil in it. Should i stick with...

    Started by StevenPirre, 11-09-2009 09:24 AM
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    05-15-2013 09:31 AM Go to last post
  2. Liqui Moly Oil Forum

    Hello Everyone! We at LIQUI MOLY are proud to be here interacting with you and helping you in any way we can on matters of lubrication. If it has...

    Started by liquimolyusa, 09-11-2012 10:04 PM
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  3. 2012 2.5L Passat oil & filter

    I just changed to Castrol 0W-30 last weekend with a Napa gold filter. I called the VW place today for a different topic and decided to talk to the...

    Started by jimsjetta, 02-22-2012 11:18 AM
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  4. VW-approved 502.00 oil that I can get from Kragen/O'Reiley?

    I've just had an independent shop to do an oil change at 5000 miles since I will be heading to a track day on Monday. Since the shop couldn't get the...

    Started by madbikes, 01-17-2012 10:08 PM
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  5. 2012 GTI oil consumption!

    I have had to top off the oil in my 2012 GTI every couple of weeks. The car just turned 12K miles and I've used three quarts of oil just topping it...

    Started by ina04gli1.8t, 01-23-2013 07:48 PM
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    05-09-2013 01:02 PM Go to last post
  6. Engine Flush

    Hey I was listening the a radio show they mentioned doing an "Engine Flush'' they didn't say if it would help or as waste of time. What are your...

    Started by 88jettaguy, 12-30-2012 09:29 PM
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    05-13-2013 08:47 PM Go to last post
  7. Help needed, death rattle ?, sounds like "oil-less" on starting, Mobil One

    .VR6 24v, 2002 AXK I need input please.... This loud , metalic , rattle only presents on start-up after a half days non use... It then only lasts...

    Started by Operating Engineer O/O, 12-17-2012 09:19 AM
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    04-09-2013 10:44 PM Go to last post
  8. X1R Have you heard about it? Does it work?

    Hi guys just wondering whats your opinion about this engine oil compound<p><A HREF="http://www.x1r.com/automotive1.htm"...

    Started by BurgerMcDo, 01-12-2010 08:43 PM
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    04-08-2013 09:06 PM Go to last post
  9. 2 years with the same oil filter

    I just discovered that my 2005 and 2006 Jettas have the same oil filters as when I bought them 2 years ago. I have had the oil changed 2-3 times a...

    Started by Miffed, 01-24-2013 11:01 AM
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    04-22-2013 10:36 PM Go to last post
  10. Which oil to use on 2007 Jetta 2.5 with 121k miles?

    I usually use Castrol Syntec 5w40 in my 2007 Jetta 2.5 SE... it has 121,000 miles so now I'm wondering if I should still spend the money on that oil...

    Started by KRayKeeling, 03-04-2013 08:47 PM
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  11. Oil preference for vr6. What's your fix?

    I know I'm probably going to open a can of worms here about which methods are better then the others, but I have my own personal theory and want to...

    Started by Hrvat_vr6, 03-09-2013 12:05 AM
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    05-10-2013 09:03 AM Go to last post
  12. Would I be out of my mind for not using 502 approved oil?

    Hello everyone, I am due to change my oil soon and I have been reading some of the posts about whether or not you should run 502 approved oil. I...

    Started by 2KGL, 03-12-2013 05:09 PM
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  13. Any other New Synthetic Oils on the Market....New (Belgian) Castrol Edge 0w40 as robust as GC?

    Just wanted to know: 1) Are there any newly released oils on the market that look interesting if not phenomenal? 2) Whats up with this new...

    Started by MichaelMOBIL1r, 04-10-2013 04:14 PM
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  14. Oil Analysis/2002 Audi TT Roadster

    1.8L/225 Hp engine (stock) 6 speed manual Miles on engine, 96,250 Miles on oil, 6250 (oil installed 12/2010 & tested in 2/2013) Driving is...

    Started by TooSlick, 03-25-2013 10:51 AM
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    03-28-2013 03:18 AM Go to last post
  15. New racing clutch. What gear oil?

    Just put a xtd stage 2 racing clutch and wanted to know if anybody changed there clutch and what gear oil you used. Also did u have any trouble...

    Started by Bullet619, 03-20-2013 03:35 AM
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    03-24-2013 12:46 PM Go to last post
  16. 2.0T BWT oil change with a Wix filter.

    I just did an oil change on my new to me 08 A4.The filter I pulled out was a wix brand filter and I noticed it was crushed to a point it was stuck on...

    Started by AA4Q, 03-17-2013 03:04 PM
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    04-09-2013 09:07 AM Go to last post
  17. 10K First change on a '12 GTI??????

    I'm looking at buying a used '12 GTI and i'm a little concerned because the seller didn't do the first oil change until 10k. Should i be at all...

    Started by midniteben, 04-09-2013 11:56 PM
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  18. recommended oil for 2006 jetta- 160 000 miles

    hello i was wondering what is the recommended oil for a 2006 jetta 2.5l with 160 000 miles, everytime i take it to the dealer they use Castrol...

    Started by Team Aztec, 03-27-2013 05:42 PM
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  19. Where is my oil going???

    So today I was driving home and my low oil pressure turned on. My first thought is that there is no possible way it could be gone since I just...

    Started by Xavriel2, 04-09-2013 05:59 PM
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  20. Liqui moly - southern worthersee "das show"

    DANKE, LIEBE KUNDEN!!! Once again, the readers of ANOTHER German car magazine - AUTO BILD -voted us as their favorite oil in Germany. 3 YEARS IN A...

    Started by liquimolyusa, 03-24-2013 02:25 AM
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  21. The Liqui Moly - Southern Worthersee "Das Show"

    DANKE, LIEBE KUNDEN!!! Once again, the readers of ANOTHER German car magazine - AUTO BILD -voted us as their favorite oil in Germany. 3 YEARS IN A...

    Started by liquimolyusa, 03-24-2013 02:31 AM
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  22. Does Pento Super Perfomance III oil bottle have a seal?

    Hi guys, I just received two 5-liter bottles of this oil Pento Super Performance III, bought from internet, but I'm missing a seal in them. The...

    Started by jvictormp, 04-04-2013 07:04 PM
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  23. Tiguan sunroof lubrication question

    We just got a 2011 Tiguan SEL 4Motion. I want to make the sunroof last as long as possible. What would be the best stuff to use for the rubber seals...

    Started by JasperEdwards, 04-02-2013 05:22 PM
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    05-09-2013 01:04 PM Go to last post
  24. oil pressure problem

    rebuilt 8V motor in my 1990 Golf GL oil light is flashing checked the oil pressure at the sensor on the right side of the head and it read 0 ...

    Started by doverfan2, 03-22-2013 09:21 PM
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    03-23-2013 04:41 PM Go to last post
  25. New...16v/8v oil pump back lash specs?

    Does anyone happen to have a new 8v/16v oil pump they wouldn't mind cracking open and checking the gears back lash specs? I have a used one I'm...

    Started by CHETVW007, 03-19-2013 02:59 PM
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    03-29-2013 08:36 PM Go to last post
  26. Cheveron Delo 400LE SAE 5W-40 OK?

    Last week I was checking the oil in my wifes 2000 Passat V6 and found it was low. So while I was at work, she called our trusty mechanic and he told...

    Started by 20th875, 03-31-2013 04:00 PM
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    03-31-2013 10:55 PM Go to last post
  27. VW GOLF tdi 2010 what oil will work?

    hello im kinda scrachen my head hear. im my owners manual is says vw approved oil. will after some doing no local stoare stocks the oil and its...

    Started by Alexsforge, 04-21-2013 07:57 PM
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    04-23-2013 01:23 AM Go to last post
  28. Jetta 1.8t possible oil pressure issue?

    Hi im new to the forum and i am having a problem with my 1.8t. Before the car reaches operating temperature it runs perfect ad idles perfect. As soon...

    Started by jcm0410, 04-25-2013 10:30 PM
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  29. Can I mix these oils?

    I've got a left over case of 5w-20 Penzoil Synthetic and want to use it up. Can I mix it with my Rotella T6 synthetic? I'm thinking 4 quarts of...

    Started by BADANTH, 04-26-2013 11:29 AM
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    04-27-2013 07:17 AM Go to last post
  30. Shell Rotella T6 $5 Rebate - Ends May 31, 2013

    I posted this in the MkIV R32 forum as well, since some of those guys use it in their cars. I thought I'd share... I currently run it in my MkII...

    Started by SpclAgentD, 05-03-2013 05:40 PM
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    05-10-2013 01:44 PM Go to last post

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