I have a Champion 20 Ton model with the 196cc engine. I have used it for 5 years, splitting about 35-40 cords. The only issue I have had is I had to replace the spark plug once. The engine still works well but just in case I bought a direct replacement Power Fist Chonda engine for $229 CDN.
If you’re buying a used VW. This is the easiest one (Polo) to maintain.
1. Figure their parts change and maintenance schedules and follow. Check oil cap for oil type to use (15-20k is fine).
2. Always check oil hoses, rubber seals and gaskets (40-70k).
3. Change engine bushings (100k), chassis bushings (50k), transmission bushings (100k) for first time used buyer.
4. Check condition of all parts above before change, also include spark plugs. Stick to German OEM plugs (50k).
I replaced the spark plugs, ignition coil plugs, alternator and checked the tensioner.
Champion iridium. Champion makes the Mopar plugs. It's the closest thing to the original plugs without having to spend $30/plug.
FWIW, I just had spark plugs and coil packs done on my 2016 Jetta, $185 out the door at my local dealership
I had a 2012 Passat I drove for 10 years (after buying used with ~20K miles) and only just replaced two weeks ago with ~125k miles. I had to replace the alternator at one point and some other general stuff like spark plugs over the years, but that was it really. Nothing super expensive.
I’ve done an oil change as well as swapping the spark plugs and coils for brand new ones. The roughness persists!
I quit buying Champions 40 years ago for shitty quality.
Champion is garbage.
Champion aren't a great brand. They may have been at one point, but not any more.
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