MK5 Golf GTI
All Things Mk5 => Mk5 General Area => Topic started by: Llljonlll on April 08, 2020, 11:30:39 am
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Sorry to raise again but abit confused. I have always had cam chain noise and thought (and told by a specialist) not to worry to much engine is just noisy. I have just lived with it. Thinking of selling my car, are people going to run a mile etc when they hear it. I Have read this post below.
"Yes, the cam chain and tensioner aren't necessary until you hear a louder slapping inside the rear of the engine. When having to do those, you might as well replace the rings, these; https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-volkswagen-audi-parts/camshaft-adjuster-housing-seal-set/06f198107a/?gclid=CjwKEAjw5pKtBRCqpfPK5qXatWYSJABi5kTxAEu3Fro_PDcaoBk1JN-5rCM1m1FuG671w5eFAzatuRoCb3Pw_wcB, vacuum pump, and the N205...don't forget to clean the strainer screen at that time when doing the chain and tensioner."
So trying to work out if I do need to get it done or not, advice please.
If I do what will be expected cost to get it done.
Thanks,
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I changed mine as the sound was very hard, everyone was saying MK5 golf's all have this sound but I changed the chain, tensioner and cam adjuster and what a difference man.
Material without using a genuine kit is about 400€, and 4 hours labour.
What's the milleage on your car? On my was 160K milles. For piece of mind is recomendable but if you need to sell the vehicle I would suggest go to a VW specialist to know their opinion.
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Why not put a vid on here showing the noise and those that can tell. not me, can advise....just a thought.
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What’s the mileage???
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Got car 5years ago at 60k, now 80k. Think has not got any worse.
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80k isn’t a lot of miles. I changed mine at 134k and also had pick up pipe service too.
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What cost should i be looking at to do it? thanks in advance
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I had cam chain/tensioner etc done. Oil pick up pipe replaced/sump serviced at AKS together with new oil/filter and OEM parts was around £700
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