VR6 @ 100k service items

[HopefulVr6 10]

Hi folks,

I posted in the engine forum but didn't get much of a response. Hoping you can help :-)

I've acquired a 1997 VR6 Auto - its done 85k miles so let's call it 100k. Previous service history is OK but past 10-15k is gappy and it has definately had a dubious past owner.

I've decided to get the following work done

-Chains
-New A/C pump (its rattling and all sorts)
-Waterpump (both) and thermostat
-Belts
-Leads, plugs, coilpack
-Air/Oil/Fuel filter

The engine seems to run very smooth - when its cold I do get a rattle/tick and a fair bit of vapour out of exhaust but once it is up to temp, it sounds absolutely spot on.

Is there anything that comes to mind that I should definately get done while the engine is out?

[rsweeney 40]

cant think of anything particular just do a thorough check for leaks, particulary around the oil cooler , thermostat housing and crack pipe as these are much more easily replaced with the engine out and rubber seals dont cost much ! 

[HopefulVr6 10]

I think I'll get a new t-stat housting and crack pipe, good reminder .. I've always done new t-stat housing when doing the waterpumps on the 4 cylinder engines. I love doing the waterpumps on the 4 cylinder engines actually. It's super easy and you can replace the whole lot for under £50, nice peace of mind

 

Do the dealers still sell new crack pipes do you know? If not, I'll probably go for an aftermarket steel one rather than risk some aftermarket sub-standard plastic...

[rsweeney 40]

yeah from memory the last time i replaced mine it was around the £30 mark from VW but would be worth a call. The stainless steel versions look like a great modification, as soon as the one on my vr6 goes i will be replacing it with one of these http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-12V-VR6-2-8-2-9-stainless-steel-crack-pipe-water-pipe-for-mk3-Golf-Corrado-/151686953569?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item23513f3a61

 

There is a company that also sells cast alloy thermostat housings but i honestly wouldn't bother as they are ridiculously priced at around £150, you can get an OEM VW thermostat housing which in my experience will last years and years for a fraction of the price.

[VR6CABBS 1,311]

yeah from memory the last time i replaced mine it was around the £30 mark from VW but would be worth a call. The stainless steel versions look like a great modification, as soon as the one on my vr6 goes i will be replacing it with one of these http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-12V-VR6-2-8-2-9-stainless-steel-crack-pipe-water-pipe-for-mk3-Golf-Corrado-/151686953569?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item23513f3a61

There is a company that also sells cast alloy thermostat housings but i honestly wouldn't bother as they are ridiculously priced at around £150, you can get an OEM VW thermostat housing which in my experience will last years and years for a fraction of the price.

This eBay link is a member on here pal. His eBay name is the same on the forum. There's always these ones as well. Abit pricey but quality crack pipes that you'll never have a problem with.

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=111645572757