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[dubrpwr]

Ok its getting nice out and i thought i would host a GTG at place and will have the grill ready to BBQ.

We can work on cars, hang out or what ever. I have a couple of projekts to do to my car and the passat. I have room in the garage for two cars and can have a couple in the driveway as well.

Just ask you to bring some food items/drinks and let us know what you are bringing. I will have to beer and food.

Also have have plenty of tools, but doesnt hurt to bring some as well.

I will be out working on the bimmer around 10 so feel free to come over then or later..

Also we have a small fire pit in the back yard so if the weather is nice we can get that going.

I only have @8 chairs that will work so if u have any bring them along.

Address is 1160 W 8th Ave in Marion Cell 5587455

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[OrangeDUB]

Okay this is the official CR gtg for april :tu:

[-JB-]

Casey you got a tow rope so we can bring the bimmer?

[OrangeDUB]

Casey you got a tow rope so we can bring the bimmer?

Lol no prob! If my rear tow hook falls off you're paying for a new one, and a replacement grenade :laugh:

[Saab900CE]

Casey you got a tow rope so we can bring the bimmer?

I've got a tow rope and a Turbo Minivan so I'm set! Need a tow, the Turbo Rescue Vehicle is here to help. :drive:

[dubrpwr]

I've got a tow rope and a Turbo Minivan so I'm set! Need a tow, the Turbo Rescue Vehicle is here to help. :drive:

now that would be a site. A turbo mini van pulling a e46..

[Saab900CE]

It would be my first BMW but it wouldn't be the first time I've pulled/pushed a PKGer in need. ;)

[-JB-]

I've got a tow rope and a Turbo Minivan so I'm set! Need a tow, the Turbo Rescue Vehicle is here to help. :drive:

Awesome! If I have the motor by then we can throw it in the back of the van! It'd be a GTG to never forget! We'd have to video the trip b/c I know there would be some funny faces from the passer-bys. I have a huge 'Wide Load' magnet sign we can put on the car so that the cops don't pull us over. :D

[Saab900CE]

Awesome! If I have the motor by then we can throw it in the back of the van! It'd be a GTG to never forget! We'd have to video the trip b/c I know there would be some funny faces from the passer-bys. I have a huge 'Wide Load' magnet sign we can put on the car so that the cops don't pull us over. :D

HEH you think I'm joking. Well Sir I am not. You want that Beemer there I have a tow rope a Turbo Van that will pull it with no problems. I can get it there for you if your serious... cause I am. Let me know. ;)

BTW I can haul the engine for you too if you want. I just need to put down some blankets and cardboard so it won't stain the interior.

[Mk4Gasm]

HEH you think I'm joking. Well Sir I am not. You want that Beemer there I have a tow rope a Turbo Van that will pull it with no problems. I can get it there for you if your serious... cause I am. Let me know. ;)

BTW I can haul the engine for you too if you want. I just need to put down some blankets and cardboard so it won't stain the interior.

Don't doubt the mean mini, lord knows it has enough torque :D

[-JB-]

Shannon- Do you have an engine hoist? I have the Bentley manual and enough amazing PkG'ers to get the job done I think!

I'm still searching for the right motor, so I'm not 100% I'll have it in time but I'll let you know. On the E46 Fanatics site there have been several members that say I can upgrade to a 3L engine and it will bolt right up which would give me an extra 40+ hp. I just have to send in the ECU to have it remapped to a 3L. I can't wait to tackle this project and get back on the road! :drive:

[dubrpwr]

Shannon- Do you have an engine hoist? I have the Bentley manual and enough amazing PkG'ers to get the job done I think!

I'm still searching for the right motor, so I'm not 100% I'll have it in time but I'll let you know. On the E46 Fanatics site there have been several members that say I can upgrade to a 3L engine and it will bolt right up which would give me an extra 40+ hp. I just have to send in the ECU to have it remapped to a 3L. I can't wait to tackle this project and get back on the road! :drive:

Our hoist is in Rockford, IL and i dont plan on getting there anytime soon. I am sure one can be rented for dirt cheap.

If we do this it will take a big chunk of the day. Looking at 6hr's or so. You will also need a clutch allignment tool and we will need to bleed the clutch slave cylinder as well.

Just let me know...

[dudepal]

casey wont you have your buddies hoist still? if not i may be able to get one from a friend. that would be a fun project.

[Saab900CE]

I've got a hoist too. :D

[dudepal]

I've got a hoist too. :D

i dont think iv told this lately but jordan your pretty much the shit!

[Saab900CE]

i dont think iv told this lately but jordan your pretty much the shit!

ahhh well Thanks Ryan. That's why this sticker is on the Mean Minivan BTW.

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[63ragtop]

Some of those PKGers He's rescued more than once in the mean mini!

[-JB-]

Our hoist is in Rockford, IL and i dont plan on getting there anytime soon. I am sure one can be rented for dirt cheap.

If we do this it will take a big chunk of the day. Looking at 6hr's or so. You will also need a clutch allignment tool and we will need to bleed the clutch slave cylinder as well.

Just let me know...

Shannon- I should of asked if it was ok to do this at your place. I was joking at first but all this talk makes it sound like it could actually happen! So I was told it would take 30hrs to swap a motor but you think it could be done in 6+ hours? Awesome! The motor is half torn apart already as you can see by the photo's below.

If Casey doesn't have a hoist, I can borrow one from my GF's dad but we may have to use the Rescue Van to bring it over. Also I was thinking for safety reasons that I would just have the bimmer flatbedded to the GTG instead of tow hooking it there. ;)

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[OrangeDUB]

Yes I actually have an engine hoist right now. (borrowed)

I am down with whatever but I thought you were joking at first. It probably would be a full weekend job though... I can't imagine 5 people working on it at once doesn't divide the time it takes from 30 to 6 ;)

[dubrpwr]

Shannon- I should of asked if it was ok to do this at your place. I was joking at first but all this talk makes it sound like it could actually happen! So I was told it would take 30hrs to swap a motor but you think it could be done in 6+ hours? Awesome! The motor is half torn apart already as you can see by the photo's below.

If Casey doesn't have a hoist, I can borrow one from my GF's dad but we may have to use the Rescue Van to bring it over. Also I was thinking for safety reasons that I would just have the bimmer flatbedded to the GTG instead of tow hooking it there. ;)

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Well Me and my brother have swapped M52's in about 6hrs and that was a direct swap. Now if youa re going to do a different style motor then it will require more time. Who told you it would take 30hrs to swap an engine??

I could see it taking up to 10-12 at most.

Shoot at one of the races we swapped an engine in 2hrs on the APR's GTI.

I am not sure if i really want to mess with this at my place this weekend though..Was looking for more of little projekts. :)

[John2.0T]

Thats a pretty lofty project to finish in one day haha.

This definitely sounds like a good time! I'm sure I will be able to make it and convince some guys from CF/w'loo to tag along.

[turboA4]

ohhh man! worst weekend in April!

I have a parade to run this day for VEISHEA :(

I will not be there :(

[-JB-]

Well Me and my brother have swapped M52's in about 6hrs and that was a direct swap. Now if youa re going to do a different style motor then it will require more time. Who told you it would take 30hrs to swap an engine??

I could see it taking up to 10-12 at most.

Shoot at one of the races we swapped an engine in 2hrs on the APR's GTI.

I am not sure if i really want to mess with this at my place this weekend though..Was looking for more of little projekts. :)

The 30 comes from European Motors. Probably just another way to rip me off. As for the motor swap, I agree that it maybe a bit steep to try at a GTG. IT was a good thought at least. :D

[Saab900CE]

Hey like I said, I'm always good to lend a hand... or tools... or vehicle. ;)

[-JB-]

Hey like I said, I'm always good to lend a hand... or tools... or vehicle. ;)

Thanks!! I'll setup a specific Engine Swap GTG when the motor comes in. It'll most likely be at my GF's Dad's house in Robins since he has some tools and an engine hoist. Will keep everyone posted!

Well we better start the list of who is bringing what for food/drinks. I'll bring 2 bags of chips and a 12pk of Mt. Dew.

Shannon- What all do you need the team to bring? Do you need buns and condiments or just sides? Can't wait to see this new garage of yours. Does it have a bar in it and wired for speakers? It'll be nice to eat, relax, and b/s about cars!! :hungry:

[dubrpwr]

Thanks!! I'll setup a specific Engine Swap GTG when the motor comes in. It'll most likely be at my GF's Dad's house in Robins since he has some tools and an engine hoist. Will keep everyone posted!

Well we better start the list of who is bringing what for food/drinks. I'll bring 2 bags of chips and a 12pk of Mt. Dew.

Shannon- What all do you need the team to bring? Do you need buns and condiments or just sides? Can't wait to see this new garage of yours. Does it have a bar in it and wired for speakers? It'll be nice to eat, relax, and b/s about cars!! :hungry:

Not sure on food yet. I know i have some drinks already and food (burgers i thnk)

How about we put food items next to your name uptop on teh RSVP area.

Well it is going to be wired for phone,cable,internet and will have speakers in teh ceiling, but not sure when..

[OrangeDUB]

I am going to bring my famous falafel balls!

[-JB-]

I am going to bring my famous falafel balls!

What are those?

[OrangeDUB]

What are those?

They are mediterranean deep fried chick pea balls. I was kidding though I just like to say "falafel."

Really I will bring something good though jsut not sure what yet.

Maybe a beefy, nacho cheese dip in a crockpot; about a gallon of it.

EDIT: Yep that's what I'm bringing. Nacho dip! :tu:

[Mk4Gasm]

I'll have my mom make some baked beans :tu: the QC guys know how killer they are!

[John2.0T]

I'll bring some burgers buns and brats... Kraut too of course!

[OrangeDUB]

I'll bring some burgers buns and brats... Kraut too of course!

I woudl expect no less from the W'loo crew :tu:

[bmw3er]

Since I mostly run with the CCA guys, ill have to skip this first GTG. We have a spring photo rally the 18th. Count me in for May, as long as its on a sunday.

[lenny]

I'll drive down. Consider me there
-Dan

[dubrpwr]

I'll drive down. Consider me there
-Dan

Sweet. maybe you can assist me on cleaning that front windshield on the passat. I tried that crap you told me about and didnt seem to help, which i am sure it is the operator and not the materials. :)

[dubrpwr]

Also there might be a nice M6 and few other BMW's next door. and can provide some technical help if needed as well..

[SirRangeALot]

Shannon, any ideas on what I should bring? Seems like chips, dip, and soda is all covered...

[dubrpwr]

Shannon, any ideas on what I should bring? Seems like chips, dip, and soda is all covered...

Bring what ever you want Jeremy. Maybe some chocolate chip cookies..:)

I know i have some steaks in the freezer and beer. We have ketchup, mustard, BBQ sauce

paper plates, plasticwear, napkins...are some more ideas

[SirRangeALot]

Bring what ever you want Jeremy. Maybe some chocolate chip cookies..:)

Oooh! Good idea! :D

[dubrpwr]

Also i forgot to mention i have two car jacks and 3 sets of jack stands. Hand tools i am sitting pretty good, but never hurts to bring some of your own, just to be safe incase i dont have the right size.

[abrad2912]

Hey shannon what do you want me to bring i have tons of tools tons of detailing stuff, as for food you need help i will bring. Ohh and that m6 would be jacks would it?

[OrangeDUB]

Wow this is really creeping up... Hopefully I will have the rabbit done. Otherwise I could use a good detail to freshen up the paint on the GTI...

[abrad2912]

Also i need to ask if i should bring my buffer and all my polishes due to the fact that it slings everywhere and i dont want to have polish all over his garage but ill bring my zymol lehm klay stuff and zymol wax tons of microfiber and masking tape for sure

[dubrpwr]

Hey shannon what do you want me to bring i have tons of tools tons of detailing stuff, as for food you need help i will bring. Ohh and that m6 would be jacks would it?

Yes it would be.Not sure if he will have it home with him or not. Bring what you see fit. :)


Also i need to ask if i should bring my buffer and all my polishes due to the fact that it slings everywhere and i dont want to have polish all over his garage but ill bring my zymol lehm klay stuff and zymol wax tons of microfiber and masking tape for sure

You can bring if you like. This could always be done outside and well if the settings were set right there shouldnt be any thing slinging off the car from the buffer

[-JB-]

I might just have the ol' bimmer running by then! Motor comes in next Thursday and looking to start swapping that weekend if all goes well. :drive: I need to get back to my Stig training but a little less aggessive this time. :D

[dubrpwr]

looks like i will be working on the pASSat still for this GTG and not be able to do anything to my car.. I am running out of ideas here.

[OrangeDUB]

Still working on the pASSat?

[dubrpwr]

you know it. Hope to have it up and running very very soon. I am starting to pull out my hair over it and i dont have much to pull so i better get it going soon..

[Turbo_powered]

I see that 325ci and remember dragging it out of his garage for him and loading it on my rollback. Hauled it to European. Guess they didn't help ya much. Nice car though.

[-JB-]

I see that 325ci and remember dragging it out of his garage for him and loading it on my rollback. Hauled it to European. Guess they didn't help ya much. Nice car though.

You work for Darrah's? I don't think I caught your name when you came for the bimmer. Yeah after European Motor started working on it, they found that more then valves were broke so they told me I needed a new engine. They quoted me $7k for a new motor and labor! I called Darrah's again and had them tow itback b/c I didn't have that much cash. So I ordered a better motor for less money then they could find me and will have it put in cheaper myself.

[Turbo_powered]

Hey Jeremy the new exhaust on the W8 sounds bad ass. Casey dude you missed it. Damn hoser.

[dubrpwr]

Well i am getting the garage cleaned up and some what organized..Hope to have the VW running so i can get stuff done on my car.

[OrangeDUB]

Hey Jeremy the new exhaust on the W8 sounds bad ass. Casey dude you missed it. Damn hoser.

I heard the video hoser :D

[SirRangeALot]

Hey Jeremy the new exhaust on the W8 sounds bad ass.

Thanks man! :)

[vwmeister]

I'm coming down now! I'll bring misc grilling items, snacks and some folding chairs.

Let me know if you need any special tools. I'll bring VAG-COM too :hungry:

[SirRangeALot]

I'll bring VAG-COM too :hungry:

Kevin did you look into finding out if you can re-adjust my headlights through VAG-COM? It's the only way it can be done.

[dubrpwr]

I'm coming down now! I'll bring misc grilling items, snacks and some folding chairs.

Let me know if you need any special tools. I'll bring VAG-COM too :hungry:

Cool. I may need it, if i cant get my version to work.. :)

[dubrpwr]

Oh i has TV in the garage now so if there is any races on SPEED we can watch..:tu:

[John2.0T]

Dan and I will definitely be there!

I'll be bringing some brats, burgers, buns and kraut. Plus a few snack items and beer, because I won't be driving ;).

[-JB-]

Oh i has TV in the garage now so if there is any races on SPEED we can watch..:tu:

Sweetness! This going to be a huge GTG! You have have enough room for all the cars? Did you say the party starts at 10am? :hungry::beer:

[dubrpwr]

Sweetness! This going to be a huge GTG! You have have enough room for all the cars? Did you say the party starts at 10am? :hungry::beer:

Plenty of room in the street for cars and could have a few in the driveway. I will be starting on my car around 9 or 10. I want to replace all 6 stock brake lines with SS ones.

The neighborhood wont know what to do.. :)

[-JB-]

I'll plan on being there around 9:30-10am then! Nothing like getting an early start with a 12pak!


:yippee: :md::md::md::md::md::md::md::md::md::md::md::md: :yippee:
(these are actually Bud Lights!)

[lenny]

I'll plan on being there around 9:30-10am then! Nothing like getting an early start with a 12pak!


:yippee: :md::md::md::md::md::md::md::md::md::md::md::md: :yippee:
(these are actually Bud Lights!)

I'll be there whenever Kevin comes and picks up John and I. Neither of us will be driving it sounds like
-Dan

[SirRangeALot]

I'll be there whenever Kevin comes and picks up John and I. Neither of us will be driving it sounds like
-Dan

Should we plan the detailing for another weekend? ;)

[dubrpwr]

we can do whatever. And show up no earlier then 930 :)

[Mk4Gasm]

What time do you plan on firing up the grill? Me, Jeremy, and whoever else from Dubuque weren't planning on leaving here until like 11:00ish.

[dubrpwr]

grill will get fired up around 1230ish or so. You are pretty close to 45mins from my place to DBQ

[SirRangeALot]

What time do you plan on firing up the grill? Me, Jeremy, and whoever else from Dubuque weren't planning on leaving here until like 11:00ish.

I think we should leave earlier then. I didn't realize he was starting that early. It's up to you mang.

[dubrpwr]

its up to you guys. I am just getting a head start on my car so it doesnt take for ever. Grilling will start around 1230-1 i am guessing, but its a nice size gas grill so it can always be fired up again..

[abrad2912]

Hey Shannon you need brake fluid I have like 4 bottles of EBC "racing" dot 4 that is free to a friend in need... It's should be good :D

[John2.0T]

nevermind I cant make it.... work from 8am-5

[dubrpwr]

Hey Shannon you need brake fluid I have like 4 bottles of EBC "racing" dot 4 that is free to a friend in need... It's should be good :D

I have a fresh new can already. Thanks though

[dubrpwr]

nevermind I cant make it.... work from 8am-5

Bummer John.

[-JB-]

nevermind I cant make it.... work from 8am-5

Where you work at John? You need a M-F jobby!!

[lenny]

Do you need a power bleeder? I have one,.... well a certain member of this club has had mine for ahwile now. Should I have him bring it?
-Dan

[dubrpwr]

Do you need a power bleeder? I have one,.... well a certain member of this club has had mine for ahwile now. Should I have him bring it?
-Dan

Nope i am good Dan. Thanks for the offer.

[OrangeDUB]

Do you need a power bleeder? I have one,.... well a certain member of this club has had mine for ahwile now. Should I have him bring it?
-Dan

How's about that certain member brings it anyway? I lieft it pressurized and it soaked everything in the back and now anything that sets on the carpet back there haha

[dudepal]

looks like some rain for sat... booo.

[dubrpwr]

looks like some rain for sat... booo.

Yeah, but this is Iowa you never know whats gonna happen. Plus i think it is for later in the day.

[abrad2912]

I hope so because I have been looking forward to the sun, german cars, and meeting some cool people..... oh by the way i should have some mods done to the exterior of my car for this meet!

[dudepal]

im not too worried about some rain, ill dub rain or shine! fo sho

[dubrpwr]

it will happen rain or shine :)

We jsut need to think positive and it wont rain.

[lenny]

it will happen rain or shine :)

We jsut need to think positive and it wont rain.

I'll be positively drunk either way....
-Dan

[Saab900CE]

I'll be positively drunk either way....
-Dan

:withstupid: WOOT!

[abrad2912]

Ohh no doubt i will be there and bmw drives all seasons and at least it says pm showers

[dubrpwr]

OK PEPS.

How about you start showing up around 10ish and we can all go from there. I have a few things in need to take care of first thing in the morning abd it sounds like the weather is going to hold out for the most part.

[SirRangeALot]

If anyone has access to a heat gun, could you be a saint and bring it with you to Shannon's? I want to debadge my trunk! :) Thanks!

[-JB-]

If anyone has access to a heat gun, could you be a saint and bring it with you to Shannon's? I want to debadge my trunk! :) Thanks!

I got you Jeremy! I'm bringing it right now.

[lenny]

If anyone has access to a heat gun, could you be a saint and bring it with you to Shannon's? I want to debadge my trunk! :) Thanks!

Are you kidding me? Aren't you coming to waterloo tomorrow?
-Dan

[SirRangeALot]

I got you Jeremy! I'm bringing it right now.

Thanks anyway, Justin! You bring the heat gun and you talk me out of debadging...ain't that a bitch. :D


Are you kidding me? Aren't you coming to waterloo tomorrow?
-Dan

Not anymore... Dan ---> http://www.passatworld.com/smilies/sleep.gif

Next weekend, buddy! Get some sleep! :)

Thanks again for having us, Shannon and Tammy! Hopefully we didn't piss off too many neighbors. We certainly got enough looks to kill us about 10 times over... :laugh: