ER9240 Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 I’ll be out until next season. Bought my Golf R with 24k on the odo. Rear differential unit (Haldex) destroyed the ring and pinion at 36,500. When I took it apart to see what actually broke, the differential side of the unit had no oil in it. On the bright side, it’s really a testament to German engineering when the unit lasted at least 12.5k miles with no oil in it after being stage 2 tuned and racing multiple 1/2 mile, drag strip, and SCCA events. Berge VW in Mesa worked with me on the price and was able to get me a new unit overnighted. Hefty price tag, but at least I’ll know the history of the unit - and yes, even though I was assured they come filled with oil, I checked. For someone not familiar with these Haldex units - there are two types of oil in this single unit. One side is for the clutch pack, the other is for the differential. It’s easy to mistake and easy to drain/fill the wrong side or no side - which is probably what what happened in my case. I installed it yesterday, but I’m giving it a break in period before I romp on it. Words to the wise: 1) when purchasing a used car, check everything!!! 2) if you can’t do the work yourself, take your car to someone who specializes in that make/model of car!!! See you all next season. Looking forward to it. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Banner Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 That's a major bummer and hit to the wallet. Excellent tips and see you next season! 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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