My name is Charles. I am a Volkswagen technician, and have been a mechanic, a grease monkey, and a car enthusiast for many years. I started this site mainly to connect with my customers in a way that I can’t in the shop. However, it’s my hope it can also serves as a community forum to share information, impart a little wisdom, and have a little fun. Let’s get started.

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Chicago Auto Mechanics on Strike ~ Podcast 202

Chicago auto mechanic strike

On August 1st 2017 about 2000 Chicago area auto mechanics locked their tool boxes and headed for the picket line. The union contract ended and the union and NCDC could not reach an agreement on a new contract. As of the time of the video, and date of the blog post 8/21/17 the mechanics are […]

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The Easy Way to Install ARP Head Studs

ARP HEAD STUDS VR6

Next up in the White Wookie build, it’s time for ARP studs! This is a very common upgrade when adding boost to any engine. ARP is THE name in automotive hardware. Making the choice to run ARP head studs and ARP connecting rod bolts was a very easy one. Installation of these bolts is a […]

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Generation 1 TDI Modification: The Repair is Live!

Generation 1 TDI Modification: The Repair is Live!

Remember Dieselgate, the VW TDI scandal? Well the first generation fix is now out for the TDI Golf, Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, and Beetles. The TDI fix will include a NoX cat, oxygen sensor, EGR parts, and possibly a DPF. There will be no Ad-blue on the gen 1 TDIs. It would have really been great […]

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5 Quick Tips For Replacing Camshafts

5 Quick Tips For Replacing Camshafts

If you are rebuilding an engine, odds are you will replace the camshaft or camshafts. Today we look at some must follow tips for replacing a camshaft on just about any engine. During my VR6 engine rebuild I replaced the camshafts with a mild upgrade. Become A CrewMember If you like this show. If you […]

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How To Install A Catch Can ~ 2.0t TSI Engine

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 Become A CrewMember If […]

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