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> I will pick up new gaskets tomorrow and proceed to make this > adjustment on Saturday. I have never done this to a VW before. Try to find the cork kind. I have about 10k miles on my gaskets, and still no leaks. > I assume the oil should first be drained and the spark plugs be > removed to facilitate turning the engine. No need to drain the oil first. But it might be easier to remove the plugs first. But again, not absolutely necessary. > Which is the easiest way to turn the engine accurately to find TDC > of each cylinder? The Muir manual's instructions here are good. Do your own valve adjustments. Muir will help. > I also would like to replace plugs at this time. I have no tune up > equipment so I will have the timing and dwell checked at a local vw > mechanic later. It will be a worthwhile investment to get your own stuff for this and do the work yourself. Sears frequently has this on sale. If your plugs need changing, use Bosch W8AC. Don't bother spending the extra $$ on platinum. > And as far as the oil the previous owner used 20w50 oil while he > owned it. I have had the oil changed by a mechanic and 10w 30 was > used. 10-30 will be fine. I like to remove and look at the screen every oil change, just to look for metal chunks and bits that I should worry about. Use new gaskets and drain plug washer when putting everything back. Pay attention to the torque specs as outlined in the manuals! Don't overtorque any of this. Before your trip, you'll also want to make sure the brakes are in good shape, lube the front suspension, and check your FI hoses. Read the manuals, then ask more questions here. -Mark ------------------------------------------------------------------- Search old messages on the Web! Visit http://www.vwtype3.org/list/