GLX experiences

[flyins@nwlink.com (Flyin'S)]

>Date: Wed, 02 Apr 1997 17:13:43 -0500
>From: David Elliott <dse@igc.apc.org>
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>Subject: GLX experiences
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>I bought a '96 GLX last August, and have enjoyed it tremendously.
>Just one problem and a few questions:  In December the fan motor
>burned out and was replaced under warranty. Done. Initially I thought
>there was a problem with the brakes, as there is often a horrible
>grinding noise when I first apply the brakes, and sometimes this is
>accompanied by a squeak or squeal.  After driving and using the brakes
>for a while, the squeak disappears, but there is still a grinding
>sound, less horrible, but still noticeable. One dealer mechanic
>checked the system and said he could find nothing amiss;  another
>mechanic at another dealer said that there have been reports of noisy
>brakes, and VW has even put out a tech report on this and has offered
>to apply "sound dampeners" to the brakes.  Has anyone had similar
>experience and has anyone had the sound dampeners installed?  If so,
>do they work?
>
>One more question: Are alignment problems common with the GLX?  I have
>a friend who had a Passat that went out of alignment way too often. As
>of February (9000 miles) my car was veering to the right on flat,
>smooth roads.  The car also pulls to the right on hard accelerations
>-- a service manager said that's because the right wheel is the drive
>wheel.  Should this be happening?
>
>I'd appreciate any thoughts, insights, and suggestions about these
>issues.  Overall, I love the car!
>