RE: Opinions on purchase? (K&N,Mintex,Neuspeed,Foglight,Garrett)

["Patrick Sherman" <patrick@volkswagen.org>]

Khan,

	I did the rear fog. I bought the switch from timmons for $60 with the
bridge. Yanked both relays, bought two electrical VW connectors, and a
bulb.. took about 45mins..


Patrick Sherman
patrick@volkswagen.org
'97 VENTO VR6


> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-jettaglx@igtc.com [mailto:owner-jettaglx@igtc.com]On Behalf
> Of Khan M. Klatt
> Sent: Monday, June 15, 1998 8:37 PM
> To: jettaglx@igtc.COM
> Subject: Opinions on purchase? (K&N,Mintex,Neuspeed,Foglight,Garrett)
>
>
>
> Hi, all...
>
> I'm looking for your input on some of these items, as I'm going to go on a
> shopping spree tomorrow. I recently bought some Bilstein HD struts, and am
> ready to buy springs.
>
> As long as I'm buying springs, I figure I might as well go out and buy the
> K&N replacement filter, Mintex reduced brakedust pads, the european light
> switch, and whatever it takes to get the rear fogs to operate.
>
> I tried getting hold of the guy at parts4vw's but he doesn't answer e-mail
> very well, so I went over to New Dimensions' website. They're closed today
> so I'm going to order tomorrow, so let me know what you think before then.
>
> These are ND's descriptions and prices. Are there any hidden costs for
> parts that I don't anticipate? Do you recommend something else for my
> stated goals?
>
> Goals: Being moderately price conscious, improve handling and performance
> without significantly affecting ride, and without voiding large
> portions of
> manufacturer's warranty. (Dealer will do installation)
>
> As a result, I got the Bilstein HD's for a great price from Jeff Newton
> (reader on this list), which will work well with the Neuspeed SofSport
> springs. (I also like what I hear about their acceptable commuter ride)
>
> The brake pads are for keeping the wheels looking clean while slightly
> improving braking.
>
> The foglight switch (what's the difference between the two part numbers--
> anyone know?) is NOT to disable DRL's, but to allow fogs and highs on at
> the same time.
>
> Since I'm getting the foglight switch, I also want the rear fog bulb. (Is
> this all I need? If I understand correctly, my 97 GLX is already wired and
> has the harness-- all I need is the bulb?)
>
> Once I do these installs, Garrett Chip is next, and POSSIBLY (depending on
> how I like the handling with the springs and struts) an upper strut tie
> bar, which keeps my total budget under $1000.
>
> Here's what I'm planning on buying:
>
>
> DESCRIPTION				ND PART #	PRICE
> ------------------------------------------------------------------
> Neuspeed SofSport all A3 VR6		123.41.157	$199.95
>
> K&N Lifetime Replacement Air Filter
> w/ Service Kit				E310		$ 85.00
>
> Front brake kit - 11" 5-lug VR6 ATE
> Powerdisc with Mintex redbox pads 	166.46.110	$169.95
>
> Factory european foglight and
> headlight switch 			713.96.310	$ 72.95
> 	OR
> Factory european foglight and
> headlight switch			715.96.311	$119.95
>
> Jetta GLX Rear Foglight Bulb		???		???
>
> Garrett Chip				N/A		???
>
> (ALREADY BOUGHT) Bilstein HD's		N/A		$200.00
>
>
>
> Into the future, I might buy different exhaust tips (according to
> VW Power,
> the stock exhaust is pretty good as it is) to make them look nicer, and
> make them easier to clean (perhaps stainless steel? what options do I
> have?).
>
>
> Any comments?
>
> Thanks,
>
> -Khan
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