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Originally Posted by Rembrant
Make sure you get the plastic t-stat neck and new o-ring as well. I just replaced the t-stat in my 03 TDI, and the two clips in the neck cracked off when I tried to remove it. The plastic neck and o-ring were in-stock at the dealer and only about $10 bucks. Just FYI.
Rem
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I tried! All the local VW dealers do not have them (have never ordered them) including the dealer with whom I have dealer pricing. With that said they all told me they could order them but it would be Saturday when they came in. Unfortunately I have to do this job tonight (only chance I have to do it for several weeks). I may check the local auto parts store but did NOT want to replace it with a non-OEM brand as I hear they warp.
Currently I have:
-T-stat
-T-stat o-ring
-Coolant Temp Sensor
-Coolant Temp Sensor o-ring
I was tempted to do the "warmer" t-stat mod as it seems to really increase fuel efficiency but I'm still not sure how I feel about doing it to my VW.