How To Install A Catch Can ~ 2.0t TSI Engine

Today we are installing a Black Forest Industries BFI Catch Can on a 2015 Tiguan. This is a Volkswagen CCTA engine and the DIY applies to most VW TSI engines. This may help reduce carbon build up on the intake valves for GDI or Direct injection engine More about carbon buildup

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VR6t GTI Update ~ The engine is Installed!

A quick update on the MK3 GTI VR6t project. The engine is installed in the car. Several parts are mocked up to test for proper fitment. The turbocharger is not installed, but will be to properly clock it. Front end is on for some radiator, condenser, and fan fitment. The engine bay will be tight, but awesome!

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How To Properly Time and Install Timing Chains on a VR6

Timing chains failing is very common on the older VR6 engines. most of the original guides were damaged in some way at 140,000 miles on this GTI. When I first bought the car, I knew that I would be doing a chain job on it. I also get asked a lot about how to time an engine. Timing an engine varies greatly deepening on the engine. But there are some universal best practices when it comes to timing an engine, replacing a timing belt or chains.

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Sonic Tools

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As you guys know I upgraded my Sonic Tools S10 box to the S12. This means I have the opportunity to give one of you the S10 box full of tools. With over 6,000 entries I am excited to say that Nate B will be getting this box. Today I am going to pack it up and get it ready to ship. I know that Nate will love the new tool set up he is getting. I really can’t wait to see the pictures.

I also want to thanks all of you that tool the time to come by and drop your name in the hat. It was a lot of fun talking to you all about the box. It served me well in the year and a half I used it on the GTI. I also want to thank Sonic Tools. With out their support, I could not have done this for you guys. They are also picking up the shipping costs. Big time ups to them.

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Congrats to Nate! You are going to love it!

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