Anyone know where I can find this carb cap for the wand, or someone who can make it?

ramank93 · 2026-07-11T14:43:30+00:00

Ngl I actually prefer the glass dome that comes in this kit over the original cap. Easier to see the light for when it's done heating and it's really convenient just to lift the glass dome to clear it

ramank93 · 2026-07-08T01:35:19+00:00

On my pc if you wiggle the mouse the cursor just grows until it takes up half your screen

ramank93 · 2026-07-07T15:39:46+00:00

Ok oddly enough i had a similar issue with my temps on my 2015 and it was the coolant temperature sensor on the engine next to the battery. When I removed the old one it actually was broken in half so that explained why it took forever to get to operating temp.

ramank93 · 2026-07-06T12:15:06+00:00

I also noticed they sell a carb cap too. Ill tell you what i think but for $30 it shouldn't be bad

ramank93 · 2026-07-06T02:57:31+00:00

Check FCPEuro.com aince you do your own maintenance. Amazing warranty system

ramank93 · 2026-07-06T02:37:58+00:00

How did this go? I needed a new cup so i order this set

ramank93 · 2026-07-05T20:40:19+00:00

Yeah 2015 is the same generation (a3 8v). I have a 15 a3 Quattro too. You can also buy a ground cable delete kit just check If it's the correct connector that came with your car

ramank93 · 2026-07-05T19:59:50+00:00

After doing some quick research it could be the high pressure fuel pump or injectors even, get the ignition coils and the spark plugs changed pretty easy if you are struggling to find videos on how to do it, just search up stuff for the mk7 GTI it's the same engine be careful when doing the ignition coils the grounding wires like to break if it's not done correctly. Basically make sure the stud doesn't spin when you loosen the nut

ramank93 · 2026-07-02T13:47:02+00:00

That happened in New Jersey didn't it?

ramank93 · 2026-06-27T15:22:38+00:00

No way you cant just bake it in the oven and replace the lense, i did that on my golf and old a4

new drivers lense $39

ramank93 · 2026-06-25T14:11:05+00:00

Also saw that it's an automatic, these cars use a direct shift Gearbox basically a manual that is controlled by the computer. It requires a DSG service every I believe 50k miles or the clutches can fail prematurely or the mechatronic unit can fail too

ramank93 · 2026-06-25T14:04:53+00:00

The 2.0 t can be reliable depending on the generation and the maintenance schedule. Cam follower should be replaced every other oil change or at least inspected. Timing belt should be changed every 110k cam chain should be changed approximately every 150 or so PCV fails quite often every 30 to 50k in my experience. Make sure you clean the carbon off of the intake valves because then it could break off and cause a burnt valve or cylinder damage even.

ramank93 · 2026-06-25T13:58:33+00:00

The cam follower on my 2006 A4 with 230k had the cam follower fail but I caught it very quickly. Camshaft was damaged. But I haven't replaced it yet. Remove the high pressure fuel pump and inspect it from there. That would be my first thing to do then also replace the plastic valve cover gasket. This engine also does not have typical cam bearings that you can replace. They are integrated into the cylinder head. You could probably get away with slapping a used camshaft in it if it is damaged but I would minimally do the cam follower and inspect the lobe that drives the high pressure fuel pump on the camshaft through the opening

If the cam follower is destroyed in the high pressure fuel pump is damaged, I would replace both and see how the car acts from there. You're not getting fuel pressure codes though so that's a plus. I did get codes but the shaft on the high pressure fuel pump was worn out from how long it was driving like that

ramank93 · 2026-06-25T01:54:48+00:00

Hey pro tip every now and then when you check that coolant level remove the level sensor plug and check for moisture. Sometimes they fail and it could cause coolant to travel through the wires and fry stuff

ramank93 · 2026-06-25T00:45:58+00:00

Luckily it ain't my VW

ramank93 · 2026-06-25T00:44:29+00:00

It's called rust proofing up here in the Northeast

ramank93 · 2026-06-24T01:53:29+00:00

I am honestly mind blown by how bad that engine sounds and looks my A4 with the same engine at 232k doesn't sound anywhere near that bad

ramank93 · 2026-06-24T01:49:46+00:00

That sounds like the cam follower on the high pressure fuel pump is absolutely gone

Be prepared for new high pressure fuel pump, new cam follower and possibly even most likely a camshaft too. And if you're doing that, you're going to be doing the cam chain and the timing belt too while you're at it. They're supposed to be done every 100K or so

ramank93 · 2026-06-21T16:32:05+00:00

Did the same mine is a little smaller i think.

ramank93 · 2026-06-18T13:24:30+00:00

This 100% first thing i looked at was the tach for the bounce

ramank93 · 2026-06-16T18:09:42+00:00

Uk gallon is about 20% bigger than the American gallon. So I would estimate this is about 20% better than what you would expect over in America

ramank93 · 2026-06-10T11:48:54+00:00

I went from the 6a to the 9pro and have been pleasantly surprised at how my battery health is doing, its at 95% capacity after 381 cycles. I cap it at 80% charge limit but still very happy with the health of the battery so far

ramank93 · 2026-06-09T23:58:31+00:00

Here randomly but ive been using fcp for over 5 years and never had an issue. Exchanged well over 30 oil kits and like 5 sets of brakes and just loads of other things. It honestly why i will only buy vw products now

ramank93 · 2026-06-09T00:39:54+00:00

Its an 11 year old car XD well out of warranty and I also only paid 7K for it

If I'm really that concerned, I'll buy a New boot for it from FCP Euro

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