Chad's 1998 VW Passat Wagen [Archive]

iadubber

08-28-2009, 07:28 AM

I ended up selling my e36 a couple weeks ago. I picked up this Passat that was in a light front hit.

1998 Passat Wagon
1.8T
5 Speed

Pretty standard machine and family hauler.

How it looked when I picked it up...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2601/3864078985_db69fb7893_b.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2669/3864863110_465c961154_b.jpg

Here as it sits now with a NAMotorsports badgeless grill. I satin blacked the bumper until LisasGLI can get to painting the passenger fender and bumper.

Needs a new driver's headlight and the lower grills yet.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2634/3864863160_6ea61a4b4b_b.jpg

Got some H&Rs in the mail yesterday. Waiting on the bilsteins. Also got a Pioneer DEH-P6700MP too yesterday. I'm looking for some wheels as I am posting this.

SirRangeALot

08-28-2009, 09:31 AM

Looks great Chad! Does it need a new driver's side headlight for sure or is it just hazy (looks that way in the pic)? I know I probably rave about the stuff, but the 3M Headlight Restoration kit works wonders.

I can't wait to see the progress on the variant! :tu:

berserker

08-28-2009, 09:37 AM

Can't wait to see what more you do with it! :tu:

dubrpwr

08-28-2009, 09:50 AM

nice find looks good.

iadubber

08-28-2009, 11:16 AM

twooly

08-28-2009, 11:33 AM

Looking good so far. Good find. I keep joking with my wife about getting a wagen. I actually think they look pretty good plus the extra room :tu:

OrangeDUB

08-28-2009, 12:06 PM

Nice!

bwolfgti

08-28-2009, 12:30 PM

where'd you get that nice wagon?

iadubber

08-28-2009, 02:01 PM

where'd you get that nice wagon?

just some guy I know. lol shaggin wagen!

weltzinm

08-28-2009, 02:33 PM

Nice wagon happy to see another wagon in the pkg family

GetAwayFromMe

08-28-2009, 06:51 PM

I think i have a pair of headlights from my old passat in the garage if you are ever in waterloo you can have them. They have a lot of haze on them but nothing a buffer cant fix.

2 8

08-29-2009, 08:40 AM

Whats the color code on that? I think I have a bumper in the correct color

IowaR32

08-29-2009, 08:52 AM

Nice wagon. Two thumbs up. :tu::tu:

iadubber

08-29-2009, 09:17 AM

Whats the color code on that? I think I have a bumper in the correct color

BMP i think?

2 8

08-29-2009, 10:06 AM

BMP i think?

I have a BMP. I thought it kind of looked like that blue LC7V color

iadubber

08-29-2009, 11:08 AM

I have a BMP. I thought it kind of looked like that blue LC7V color

Is it in good shape? Grills included? PM me what you are looking for out of it.

Dubtuner

08-30-2009, 08:34 PM

nice i saw this one down at mike and bens i thought it could make a fun car. Wagons can look sick with a nice drop and some decent wheels.

iadubber

09-03-2009, 01:57 PM

H&Rs going on Saturday, picking up S4 Avus wheels Sunday in Bloomington, MN, and gonna make my first stop at the Mall of America. Clutch kit and timing kit are on their way.

twooly

09-03-2009, 06:24 PM

Very nice can't wait to see the results!

BROBS

09-03-2009, 06:28 PM

you used to have a silver mk3 that you posted in the mk3 forum on vortex, right?

nice wagen.. do werk. :tu:

iadubber

09-03-2009, 09:06 PM

you used to have a silver mk3 that you posted in the mk3 forum on vortex, right?

nice wagen.. do werk. :tu:

You are correct. :) thanks!

turboA4

09-04-2009, 10:16 AM

i am very excited to see it dumped on avuses!

iadubber

09-05-2009, 02:17 PM

Bad day all around. I can't get the upper control arm pinch bolt out at all. It barely spins in the housing. I got sick of messing with it so I put it all back together.

Also the guy with the wheels flaked out and said he's not available tomorrow. Sucks! Dunno when I'll be able to go and pick up wheels now.

SirRangeALot

09-06-2009, 12:04 AM

Bad day all around. I can't get the upper control arm pinch bolt out at all. It barely spins in the housing. I got sick of messing with it so I put it all back together.

http://www.passatworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=233225

iadubber

09-06-2009, 08:24 AM

looks like a bitch. I'll just take it to mechanical advantage.

Dubtuner

09-06-2009, 12:10 PM

sometimes those upper bolts are a whore

iadubber

09-11-2009, 08:44 AM

I've been soaking the pinch bolt in PB every day this week. Hopefully it loosens up.

I have the passenger lower door trims on the way today, hubcaps for steelies are on the way and I am picking up these wheels Sunday.

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb38/iadubber/3k23m73lb5Q95Pa5R699540c22f71dd1812.jpg

SirRangeALot

09-11-2009, 09:24 AM

Damn, those will look nice! Great find!

iadubber

09-14-2009, 09:15 AM

They are home...18x8.5...now on to finding tires

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb38/iadubber/Passat/IMG_5658.jpg

SirRangeALot

09-14-2009, 09:37 AM

Wow. Those will look sexy on the variant! :drool:

turboA4

09-14-2009, 10:41 AM

very nice!!!

i like where you are headed chad!

iadubber

09-14-2009, 12:10 PM

got the pinch bolts out this morning. Just finishing up the front spring install

iadubber

09-14-2009, 12:44 PM

also need to get longer studs for the mb wheels and hubcentric adapters since the bore is bigger than vw.

Dubtuner

09-14-2009, 02:45 PM

sweet keep up the good work what are the motor plans?

iadubber

09-14-2009, 02:54 PM

sweet keep up the good work what are the motor plans?

Nothing yet. Maybe chip, exhaust, and DV.

Here they are installed. Probably will stay this way until spring, besides maybe tint and my 05 rabbit hubcaps that are coming tomorrow.

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb38/iadubber/Passat/IMG_5625.jpg

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb38/iadubber/Passat/IMG_5659.jpg

iadubber

03-06-2010, 04:08 PM

Been awhile since posting on this machine. I swiss cheesed the air box. Added a Uhaul hitch to haul my four wheeler. Added 05 Rabbit hubcaps. Just did the ultimate timing belt kit last weekend.

I sold my Benz wheels and picked up some A4 B7 split 5s today.

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb38/iadubber/Passat/IMG_6174.jpg

Probably pick up some 8/10mm spacers in the next few weeks.

Going to be tinted in the next couple weeks when Anthony comes up.

Needs axles done too. Then I'll be looking for a solder APR chip.

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb38/iadubber/Passat/IMG_6175.jpg

OrangeDUB

03-06-2010, 05:45 PM

Nice! I'm really looking forward to seeing how this car turns out. Do work! :tu:

SirRangeALot

03-07-2010, 12:05 AM

Those Split 5's will look dope! Nice choice, and kudos for choosing something unique. :tu:

iadubber

03-07-2010, 07:41 AM

cool thanks. Also needs Tim to paint the rear passenger door and front bumber.

bwolfgti

03-07-2010, 09:08 AM

gonna look nice with the new wheels and window tint.

Mk4Gasm

03-07-2010, 09:32 AM

gonna look nice with the new wheels and window tint.

Those wheels will look sick! Can't wait to see it around town...you should bring it to a GTG where we snag some pictures. Those spacers should make it look nice and flush too..what's the offset?

Your car needs a soldered ECU? I thought all 1.8T's were just a reflash :hmm: You'll really like it though (I'm sure you already know) it just brings the car to life for sure.

iadubber

03-07-2010, 11:00 AM

gonna look nice with the new wheels and window tint.

Thanks, I hope so. It'll look alot better with that rear door fixed.

Those wheels will look sick! Can't wait to see it around town...you should bring it to a GTG where we snag some pictures. Those spacers should make it look nice and flush too..what's the offset?

Your car needs a soldered ECU? I thought all 1.8T's were just a reflash :hmm: You'll really like it though (I'm sure you already know) it just brings the car to life for sure.

I'm pretty sure my 98 is a solder in chip. I haven't done enough research on it yet. It'll be a few months before that happens. I have to make sure I have enough saved for a DV, N75, and a clutch after it's chipped. :) Offset is 45 on a 7.5" wheel. I'll have to mount them to see what size I'll for sure need. It could be bigger than 10mm. Maybe 12-15.

Mk4Gasm

03-07-2010, 11:57 AM

Thanks, I hope so. It'll look alot better with that rear door fixed.

I'm pretty sure my 98 is a solder in chip. I haven't done enough research on it yet. It'll be a few months before that happens. I have to make sure I have enough saved for a DV, N75, and a clutch after it's chipped. :) Offset is 45 on a 7.5" wheel. I'll have to mount them to see what size I'll for sure need. It could be bigger than 10mm. Maybe 12-15.

I have et35 wheels that are 8" wide and a 5mm spacer keeps me barely away from the inner lip, so if you wanna sit flush I'd say a 10mm on 8" wheels would be perfect, not so sure on the 7.5" though on et45 wheels

SirRangeALot

03-07-2010, 11:59 AM

I'm pretty sure my 98 is a solder in chip. I haven't done enough research on it yet.

Correct. '00+ = flash. '99 and below = soldered

bwolfgti

03-07-2010, 12:47 PM

Probably going to need to replace the clutch for sure after you chip it.

Dubtuner

03-07-2010, 01:46 PM

some 2000's need to be soldered as well only about 3 days total to send one i and get it back

iadubber

03-13-2010, 08:51 AM

Shitty picture, but you get the drift. Can't wait for the full tint. Looks like i have to go lower though. But, these wheels have some meats so maybe after this season I'll get some smaller tires.

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb38/iadubber/Passat/IMG_6183.jpg

dubrpwr

03-13-2010, 08:55 AM

looking good. I would love to do some modding to our waggon, but miles and being a autotragic is stopping me..

iadubber

03-13-2010, 08:58 AM

Miles? Pssh...I've got 205k on mine. I hate mine to be honest. Just trying to spice it up. I think coilovers would do the trick, but not with the tires that are on the wheels now. ugh....

SirRangeALot

03-13-2010, 10:58 AM

That has to be the best looking car with 205k miles on the clock! :tu: :tu:

Overdub

03-13-2010, 11:08 AM

that looks real good with those wheels. i wouldn't go much lower, i think it sits pretty good for a DD :tu:

bwolfgti

03-14-2010, 01:39 PM

Now lets see some pics with the tint

iadubber

03-14-2010, 03:30 PM

here's two....I tried to clean it up quick. Didn't do a good job.

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb38/iadubber/Passat/IMG_6184.jpg

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb38/iadubber/Passat/IMG_6191.jpg

07GTI

03-14-2010, 03:57 PM

Looking good :tu:

OrangeDUB

03-14-2010, 06:58 PM

Wow that turned out really nice! Good seeing you again Chad.

turboA4

03-14-2010, 08:44 PM

wow!!! that looks very nice!!!

great job...turning out very good!

iadubber

03-15-2010, 06:01 AM

Looking good :tu:

thx!

Wow that turned out really nice! Good seeing you again Chad.

Thx! You too!

wow!!! that looks very nice!!!

great job...turning out very good!

Anthony did it. We have to redo the drivers side door window due to a tear that happened.

dubrpwr

03-15-2010, 09:57 AM

Miles? Pssh...I've got 205k on mine. I hate mine to be honest. Just trying to spice it up. I think coilovers would do the trick, but not with the tires that are on the wheels now. ugh....

Yeah i know...I just cant see spending the dough on this car as it isnt that clean and its not a manual....Now it could be my next projekt car after it is paid for and we get a new DD for her to drive..

And those wheels look nice on the wagon..

iadubber

03-15-2010, 10:48 AM

My car isn't clean :). Lots of dents, lots of missing trim pieces. I just drive it. I wanted to spice it up before I drove it off a cliff. So hopefully I'll keep it for awhile now.

iadubber

04-16-2010, 10:29 PM

I was bored tonight. Washed and waxed the beast. Looks somewhat ok now.

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb38/iadubber/Passat/IMG_6411.jpg
http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb38/iadubber/Passat/IMG_6413.jpg
http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb38/iadubber/Passat/IMG_6418.jpg

Another bored picture. First attempt at long traffic exposures.

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb38/iadubber/Passat/IMG_6425.jpg

For the record, I have NO creative ability when it comes to taking pictures of cars.

John2.0T

04-16-2010, 10:49 PM

looks great man!

I love me some wagon's...

SirRangeALot

04-17-2010, 01:24 AM

So since you washed and waxed the VW, does that mean you're ready for the cruise on Sunday? :)

iadubber

04-17-2010, 08:29 AM

So since you washed and waxed the VW, does that mean you're ready for the cruise on Sunday? :)

Hopefully.

iadubber

04-24-2011, 08:22 AM

I rashed up two of my wheels pretty bad last fall. Nobody bought them so I refinshed them black. Not sure if I like or not. They will have to do for now.

She dirty.

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5226/5649631892_a7ec010cb5_b.jpg

SirRangeALot

04-24-2011, 10:07 AM

Mmmmmm! :drool: Well done sir!

iadubber

04-24-2011, 10:12 AM

Mmmmmm! :drool: Well done sir!

I dunno. I get the "Motegi" feel off of them and that's not what I wanted.

SirRangeALot

04-24-2011, 10:16 AM

The only thing I probably would change is the "chrome" ring around the center cap. They kind of take attention away from the rest of the look of the wheels/car, especially since you have no other chrome trim on the car to flow with it. My .02.

iadubber

04-24-2011, 10:18 AM

iadubber

09-16-2011, 08:42 AM

update on this. Was going to sell, but decided to keep it. It's been neglected for some time now.

Installed VDO boost gauge with NewSouth column pod
Ordered new door lock mechanism to get the outside door handle working
Have to install: new sunroof motor, new A/C Lines, amber corners, new cruise module

APR ecu to be delivered today

Control arm kit ordering next week on payday

Raceland coilovers in spring

And drive the shit out of it.

Dubtuner

09-16-2011, 10:38 AM

might i suggest the 034 control arms. They are pretty competitively priced and come with a year warranty. GOAPR

iadubber

04-28-2012, 06:12 PM

Well, she's back home with me. Long story, but Joe let me buy it back after a couple failed car deals.

It now has a custom 2.5" turbo back DPI exhaust.

Also ordered Rokkors that will be here Thursday. Trying to jumpstart my wagon love back up!

SirRangeALot

04-28-2012, 09:20 PM

:like:

I thought the whole point of getting rid of it was b/c it was nickel and dimeing you to death? Are some of the issues take care of?

iadubber

04-29-2012, 02:30 PM

:like:

I thought the whole point of getting rid of it was b/c it was nickel and dimeing you to death? Are some of the issues take care of?

Well the nickels and dimes still don't add up to a car payment and full coverage. I was just pissed after putting the clutch in, tires, and a few maintenance things a few weeks ago that the exhaust blew out. The 2.5" that Roni did woke the car up ten fold. And it sounds sick. The rokkors should make me feel better too since the struts are shot in the rear. If I'm going to live with riding like shit I'm going to be low doing it.

sh!tluck

04-29-2012, 06:24 PM

Well the nickels and dimes still don't add up to a car payment and full coverage. I was just pissed after putting the clutch in, tires, and a few maintenance things a few weeks ago that the exhaust blew out. The 2.5" that Roni did woke the car up ten fold. And it sounds sick. The rokkors should make me feel better too since the struts are shot in the rear. If I'm going to live with riding like shit I'm going to be low doing it.

don't get your hopes up, haha

I also dig the wheels black and I usually don't dig the black/black thing

iadubber

04-29-2012, 06:41 PM

don't get your hopes up, haha

I also dig the wheels black and I usually don't dig the black/black thing

Wheels are back to silver this year. I fucked up the rokkor order. They will probably have to go back as I ordered the b5 a4 kit not knowing the rears are different.

stuckinames

04-29-2012, 10:30 PM

I've liked every pic I've seen of this car.

Add it to the "april car list" in both sections,lol.
I doubt anyone else can do that.

iadubber

05-14-2012, 08:19 PM

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb38/iadubber/IMAG0124.jpg

The_Auto_Tech

05-14-2012, 09:04 PM

Glad to see you breathing some fresh life into this thing bit by bit. Pretty soon it's gonna be a new car!

iadubber

05-18-2012, 09:10 PM

Here is the before:
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7101/7224625718_28f4667819_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/chadharwick/7224625718/)
IMG_6054 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/chadharwick/7224625718/) by iadubber (http://www.flickr.com/people/chadharwick/), on Flickr

Back Done:
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7095/7224620756_f745781d47_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/chadharwick/7224620756/)
IMG_6056 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/chadharwick/7224620756/) by iadubber (http://www.flickr.com/people/chadharwick/), on Flickr

All Done:
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7233/7224616346_dcc06b741f_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/chadharwick/7224616346/)
IMG_6060 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/chadharwick/7224616346/) by iadubber (http://www.flickr.com/people/chadharwick/), on Flickr

Front needs to go up about 1/4". The back is all the way down no perches.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7076/7224612598_0a94a45334_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/chadharwick/7224612598/)
IMG_6063 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/chadharwick/7224612598/) by iadubber (http://www.flickr.com/people/chadharwick/), on Flickr

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5032/7224610272_267c0d79b6_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/chadharwick/7224610272/)
IMG_6064 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/chadharwick/7224610272/) by iadubber (http://www.flickr.com/people/chadharwick/), on Flickr

Nice Bumber:
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7082/7224607136_99bd81013c_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/chadharwick/7224607136/)
IMG_6065 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/chadharwick/7224607136/) by iadubber (http://www.flickr.com/people/chadharwick/), on Flickr

also dropped the front sway bar.