*Update* I've been lurking around since i posted this, reading up on all the topics since then to get a better understanding of it all. since the VW/Audi scandal appears to be wrapping up this tuesday and that ill get a good chunk of change out of it, ive been looking at the CRD's being listed around me. (houston)
there is one a bit away that is priced perfectly, but sounds like it needs work. it has close to 110k on it and says "runs and drives but has little power, needs injectors" i tried texting the person to find out more details but havent heard back yet. from my little knowledge ive gained from the forums and the terminology being thrown around on these vehicles. i would guess its in limp mode? not really sure how to tell if it is or isnt, but i have a hard time believing the injectors are bad, they dont sound like a part that commonly fails, but if they are bad are expensive to replace.
if i had to guess it could be air in the fuel lines and maybe a dirty map sensor? somethings i should be able to fix before driving back to houston (hopefully?) if/when i do go look at it i wont be buying it that day, but when test driving it would go and pull all the codes to see what im getting into. if i did get it, the list of things id do asap would be:
Timing Belt Kit
ARP Studs
GDE Tune or Self Tune
Weeks Stage 1 Kit
Weeks Stage 2 Kit
Glow Plugs
Intercooler Hose Kit
In Tank Lift Pump
In Tank Lift Pump Wiring Harness
maybe the guys from shop sasquatch would throw me a bone for such a big order
Anyway, What would you guys look for on the first look over? anyone in houston with a well running CRD i could meet up with this weekend and ride around and get familiar with some things to look at? What does that short description sound like to you?
Thanks again!