BudgetPhoenix
Autocross Champion
Def go OEM, the aftermarket ones suck and can blow quickly
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I took my GTI to the dealer because it was leaking oil
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Def go OEM, the aftermarket ones suck and can blow quickly
1ashchuckton
Autocross Champion
Thanks for your input. OEM it will be.
BudgetPhoenix
Autocross Champion
Yeah I had one of those cheap "Prexa" ones from DAP and it died after a couple thousand miles.
SELA_MK6GTI
Go Kart Champion
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/audi-vw-pcv-oil-trp-06h103495e#reviews
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BudgetPhoenix
Autocross Champion
Not OEM. I also had a Vaico one sold as a genuine VW part that failed.
SELA_MK6GTI
Go Kart Champion
They have the oem listed as well for $60 more dollars, I just copied the wrong link
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BudgetPhoenix
Autocross Champion
Heres what ive found to be the cheapest OEM one online with the latest AH model revision from an ebay seller. Looks to be legit, with the legit box, green gasket, red plunger and all the correct markings on it. He has 5 left for sale $120 shipped.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/06H103495A...=item468f8245c9:g:QGcAAOSwPb1cXZ05:rk:30:pf:0
https://www.ebay.com/itm/06H103495A...=item468f8245c9:g:QGcAAOSwPb1cXZ05:rk:30:pf:0
BudgetPhoenix
Autocross Champion
I'm going to attempt to use this. Anyone use something like this before?
no no no not going to work. Thats meant to swell up like rubber orings and stuff and Its still kind of gimmicky despite what you might read online. If the cam cover is leaking its from the RTV like seal which that wont do anything to. If the upper timing cover is leaking its a thick rubber gasket that that probably wont do anything too.
1ashchuckton
Autocross Champion
I'm going to attempt to use this. Anyone use something like this before?
DON'T do this! I wouldn't use that in a $500 beater. It will likely cause more problems. Rebuild in a can does not exist.
Would you recommend I change the PCV valve after getting the rear main seal replaced? I'm not sure if there's anything wrong with the PCV I haven't noticed any symptoms.
snobrdrdan
former GTI owner
Yes, it's cheap assurance & it's easy to replace too while not being terribly expensive.
You wouldn't want it to go out on you & blow the RMS and then be looking back saying "I wish I spent the $100 on a new PCV" instead of spending $500+ to have the RMS replaced again because it went out on you
Preventative maintenance is key to keeping these motors running good for you
1ashchuckton
Autocross Champion
Oh yes, not doing so may have you kicking yourself in the arse. My guess is that your current PCV is likely the cause of your RMS leak. Check youtube for how to videos. It's an easy DIY fix.