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Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 134

Today I will be taking your automotive questions. If you have a question about a car, car repair, DIYs on your car, Volkswagen, mechanic’s tools, or anything car related, ask it up. If you have a car question for a show like this, email me Charles(at)Humblemechanic(DOT)com.  Be sure to put the phrase “Question for Charles” in the subject. That is the best way to avoid the spam monster. If you don’t get your question on this show, email it again just to be sure.

Sponsor of the Day

CRP AUTOCRP deals in a ton of OE automotive parts. They also make the factory DSG fluid for VW. Having them as a sponsor will give us access to more information about fluids than I would ever get from VW. I am really excited to have them as a resource of information. To learn more about the great products they have, check out CRPAutomotive.com

Join me today as I answer your questions on:

  • Replacing fuel injector seals on CCTA 2.0t TSI engines
  • 2.0t TSI Injector seal tool
  • Is my failing VW turbo covered under warranty?
  • What should I do first when learning how to fix my VW?
  •  My car runs poorly when cold
  •  Should I replace my VW oil pan?
  • and more


Trouble viewing? Watch “Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 134” on YouTube.

As always I love to hear your thoughts. Please post them in the comments section below. Again, if you have a question for a show like this, email me Charles(at)humblemechanic(dot)com with Question for Charles in the subject. Also if you have an idea for a show you can email me, or use the contact me form!

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Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 121

On today’s automotive podcast, I am taking your automotive questions. This is the first viewer Q and A show of 2016. I am super pumped about how 2016 will go. I think you guys are going to love the things I have planned for this year. But this show is not about how awesome 2016 will be. This is about me taking your automotive questions. To get a question on a show like this email me, charles(at)humble mechanic(dot)com. Also be sure to put “Question for Charles” in the subject!

Sponsor of the DayCRP AUTO
CRP deals in a ton of OE automotive parts. They also make the factory DSG fluid for VW. Having them as a sponsor will give us access to more information about fluids than I would ever get from VW. I am really excited to have them as a resource of information. To learn more about the great products they have, check out CRPAutomotive.com

Join me as I take your questions on:

  • Upgrade to APR charge cooler on MK7 GTI
  • Turbocharging a MK4 VR6
  • After run coolant pump will not shut off
  • Adding a filter to the cooling system
  • “How VW Heater Cores Fail“
  • MK7 GTI vs CCTA 2.0t TSI
  • How to bring an old car back to life
  • and more

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As always I love to hear your thoughts. Please post them in the comments section below. Again, if you have a question for a show like this, email me Charles(at)humblemechanic(dot)com with Question for Charles in the subject. Also if you have an idea for a show you can email me, or use the contact me form!

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Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 119

Hey everyone! Today on the Automotive Podcast I am taking your questions. This is a show that I really love to do. I love to involve the community in the show. To get a question on a show like this, email me Charles(AT)Humblemechanic(dot)com. Be sure to put “Question for Charles” in the subject!

Sponsor of the DayCRP AUTO
CRP deals in a ton of OE automotive parts. They also make the factory DSG fluid for VW. Having them as a sponsor will give us access to more information about fluids than I would ever get from VW. I am really excited to have them as a resource of information. To learn more about the great products they have, check out CRPAutomotive.com

Join me today as I take your questions on:

  • Why did I become a VW tech?
  • Buying a TSI vs FSI
  • Buying a used 2012 VW TDI
  • Replacing spark plugs
  • Tiguan Transmission service
  • Afterrun coolant pump failure
  • TDI timing belt replacement
  • DieselGeek intake manifold repair
  • and more


Trouble viewing? Watch “Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 119” on YouTube.

As always I love to hear your thoughts. Please post them in the comments section below. Again, if you have a question for a show like this, email me Charles(at)humblemechanic(dot)com with Question for Charles in the subject. Also if you have an idea for a show you can email me, or use the contact me form!

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Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 116

Hey everyone! Today on the Automotive Podcast I am taking your questions. We have questions on changing brake fluid, the TDI payout giftcards, speedometer failures, dealing with bad bosses, and filling DSG transmissions.

To get a question on a show like this, email me Charles(at)Humblemechanic(dot)com. The key is to put “question for Charles” in the subject line. That is how I filter the emails for questions. It will also help you stay out of the spam folder.

 

Sponsor of the DayCRP AUTO
CRP deals in a ton of OE automotive parts. They also make the factory DSG fluid for VW. Having them as a sponsor will give us access to more information about fluids than I would ever get from VW. I am really excited to have them as a resource of information. To learn more about the great products they have, check out CRPAutomotive.com

Join me today as I take your questions on:

  • Flushing brake fluid
  • Getting your TDI giftcard
  • Possible cluster failure
  • MK4 Airbag light
  • HPFP failures
  • Filling a DSG transmission from the top
  • Brake light on in 1.8t VW Passat
  • and more


Trouble viewing “Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 116” on YouTube.

As always I love to hear your thoughts. Please post them in the comments section below. Again, if you have a question for a show like this, email me Charles(at)humblemechanic(dot)com with Question for Charles in the subject. Also if you have an idea for a show you can email me, or use the contact me form!

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Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 116

On today’s automotive podcast, I will be taking your car related questions. These show range from questions on tools, DIYs, car repair, diagnostics and more. If you want to get a question on a show like this email me “Charles(at)HumbleMechanic(dot)com, and put “Question for Charles” in the subject. I use that phrase to filter emails. If you don’t get your question answered on a show, wait a few days and send it again. It may get sucked into the Spam monster file.

Sponsor of the day:rain eater logo
Rain Eater wiper blades. Wipers are one of the most important safety items on our cars. Think not, you must have never driven in bad weather. When you are ready to replace your wiper blades, a very easy DIY, check out RainEater wipers at RainEater.com. Plus I LOVE that their CEO is the one monitoring social media.

Join me today as I take your questions on:

  • Mk7 Golf powersteering rack failures
  • 2001 VW Golf ~ Burning engine oil
    BG Engine Performance Restore
  • Getting a speeding ticket
  • Water/Meth injection
  • Getting a 2014 Tiguan tuned
  • Turning off the honk when locking the doors
  • 2001 Golf ~ Adding an oil pressure gauge
  • Diagnosing a sticking rear caliper/parking brake
  • Me being negative about VW
  • and more


Trouble viewing? Watch “Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 116” on YouTube.

As always I love to hear your thoughts. Please post them in the comments section below. Again, if you have a question for a show like this, email me Charles(at)humblemechanic(dot)com with Question for Charles in the subject. Also if you have an idea for a show you can email me, or use the contact me form!

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Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 112

Happy Monday everyone. Today I am back in action to take your automotive questions. I need to let you all know that today’s show is really only about half a Q and A show. For some reason I lost audio about half way throw recording. But that being said, today is still a great show.

Sponsor of the DayCRP AUTO
CRP deals in a ton of OE automotive parts. They also make the factory DSG fluid for VW. Having them as a sponsor will give us access to more information about fluids than I would ever get from VW. I am really excited to have them as a resource of information. To learn more about the great products they have, check out CRPAutomotive.com

Join me today as I take your questions on:

  • A cool collaboration video coming out tomorrow.
  • Open call for TV host
  • Replacing 1.8t coils with 2.0TSI coils
  • 2010 Tiguan with “the shakes”
  • Thoughts on the new (to the US) 1.4L engine
  • and more

Trouble viewing? Watch “Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 112” on YouTube.

As always I love to hear your thoughts. Please post them in the comments section below. Again, if you have a question for a show like this, email me Charles(at)humblemechanic(dot)com with Question for Charles in the subject. Also if you have an idea for a show you can email me, or use the contact me form!

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Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 107

Happy Monday everyone. Like all Monday shows, I will be taking your automotive questions. Remember if there are topics you want me to talk about on the show, sending in a question is the best way to get it. To get your question on a show like this, email me Charles(AT)HumbleMechanic(DOT)com, and put “Question for Charles” in the subject.

Sponsor of the DayCRP AUTO
CRP deals in a ton of OE automotive parts. They also make the factory DSG fluid for VW. Having them as a sponsor will give us access to more information about fluids than I would ever get from VW. I am really excited to have them as a resource of information. To learn more about the great products they have, check out CRPAutomotive.com

Join me as I take your questions on:

  • I will be at SEMA and AAPEX
  • The clock spring and PODS recalls
  • Rattle from rear suspension 2011 Polo
  • Cause of a clunking from front suspension
  • MK4 VR6 thermostat housing for 24v
  • Eurowise Theromostat housing review
  • Can you rebuild a MK4 steering rack?
  • Working on other brands at the dealership
  • Eurovan exhaust replacement
  • Dealing with rusted manifold bolts
  • The Mini-Ductor
  • My biggest failure as a technician
  • and more


Trouble viewing? Watch “Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 107” on Youtube.

As always I love to hear your thoughts. Please post them in the comments section below. Again, if you have a question for a show like this, email me Charles(at)humblemechanic(dot)com with Question for Charles in the subject. Also if you have an idea for a show you can email me, or use the contact me form!

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The oil I mentioned in the show

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