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I really like my 3.2 vr6, but replacing the timing chain on that engine turned out to be very expensive.
For reference, my 2017SE that I bought new and has been stage 1 since new car break in, has 197,000 miles on her. I last checked chain stretch maybe 3-4 months ago and was only seeing 1 degree.
I had a 2012 fabia with the same engine and it started rattling at 82k so I got it swapped. VW claim it’s a lifetime part, which I guess since the engine is scrap if it goes bang isn’t wrong.
My 2014 Passat with the 1.8T and automatic is at 175k. Timing chain is making noise so yeah that\u2019s due.
The motor was in good shape but I replaced the timing chains anyway. The rails were actually in good condition but nice to have the piece of mind.
Ran 400 wheel horsepower on the OEM chain in my 16. Just did routine oil changes and shoved a fuckload of air into the motor but the chain took it with no issues. Until, of course, the motor exploded at 95k lol
Before you know it your timing chain stretches and the intake camshaft needs to be replaced. Damn POS. Because that’s what happened to mine.
Pros: one owner, it runs, and aside from the headlights, it's all stock Cons: Interior is rough, body has dings and dents, needs quite a bit I drove the 300 miles to Savannah to see it. Though I was after a high mileage example to stay under $10k purchase price, I'm not sure I was ready to take this on. But, it drove fine (albeit maybe it was too quiet). Chains have never been done, but there are no chain/guide noises. It starts right up and purrs quietly.
My wife\u2019s 2012 has been solid for last 5 years we\u2019ve owned it. The only major expense was a new engine due to premature timing chain failure.
I have a 2014 Jetta 1.8TSI CPRA in my shop with 115Kmi and a broken timing chain. It's the first I've seen but still a sign of possible trouble with the T-chain on these engines.
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