I thought FCP euro had a kit ... doesn't look like it

 

FCP is typically where I do my business, but they don’t really have much for the R32 at all, it’s a lot of general service items, pretty disappointing In that regard.

Definitely interested in knowing if anyone else has ideas. I see a kit at UroTuning too, but not sure what brands of stuff it uses.

 

I also use FCP Euro, but I think there is something wrong with their car finder function. Setting it to MKIV R32 yields little results, but searching manually will bring up more items. I bought the majority of OE and OEM parts needed for timing guide and chain service from them. I ordered aluminum thermostat housing parts directly from Uro Tuning. Appearance wise, no issues in terms of quality. None of these parts have been installed yet.

I have also used RMeuropean and Parts Geek with good results. Try to make connections with a parts counter person at a local VW dealership. Often times they will give discounts to repeat customers who spend money and don't return things. Dealerships also don't charge for shipping and receive parts quickly.

 

@cloval Interesting about FCP Euro. I know sometimes that does happen with their site. I may send an email to James over there who has helped me get parts not listed or not coming up a number of times.

Though, I actually just got a really fair quote from Eserini in San Jose for parts and labor for at least the basics for the chains job Itself. Someone my neighbor knows suggested them for a local shop to do this job.

I’ll plan to do the other stuff since it apart and given their part pricing isn’t much more than I’m finding online myself, I may just let them have at it.

They seem like they know what they’re doing with the VR motors…

 

I recognize the drag car and name from many years of attending Bugorama. I wasn't aware they are located in San Jose, good to know. My car has 123k and runs great, but would like to have the timing and clutch jobs done.

 

Stevens Creek VW outsources some of their more unique customer jobs to Esirini too. they’re doing a eurovan trans swap or something right now. I know the service director over there, R32 owner as well.

 

i got my timing chain kit from UROTuning. I would tell you to buy a valve cover kit while your at it, and if you are doing the clutch kit I would also recommend a new master cylinder and clutch line (ECS is where i got these items). I do this for security, not needed but just food for thought.

 

I also bought my kit from UROTuning. They use IWIS brand chains which is the OEM chains. I paid a little extra for the VW/OEM brand tensioner. UROTuning's customer service is also top notch. Any issues and you can call or text them and they get back right away.

When I did my timing chains I shopped around a lot. I got the flywheel and clutch kit from Rock Auto (LUK brand OEM clutch kit). Chain kit from UROTuning. Gaskets and water pump from FCP. A few other odds and ends I got from lesser known suppliers. Basically I shopped for the best price and brand for what I wanted. Feel free to look at my Thread to see all that was done while the engine was out.

Philly .:Restoration

I've been thinking about making a thread for a while chronicling the slow restoration process and story of my R32 ownership. Both for myself and if I encounter any problems that may help other people. Everything I've done so far is maintenance and replacing old factory parts with new factory...

www.vwvortex.com

 

Thank you. Like mine, nice BMP jawn!

Looks like RockAuto no longer has LUK. They have Sachs listed, but it’s out of stock.

VW Timing Chain Kit - FCP Euro BDFTIMINGKT4

VW Timing Chain Kit - FCP Euro BDFTIMINGKT4

www.fcpeuro.com

Yes, FCP Euro carries Timing Chain Kits for VR6 24v

Does that fit despite not showing MK4 R32 in the fitment list?

 

Nice ! I’ll get it here when I need it

Timing Chain (Complete Kit) | 3.2L | 2.8L 24v VR6

Complete 8-piece OEM supplied manufacturer timing chain kit assembled by UroTuning. This 24v Timing Chain Kit includes both upper and lower chains, upper tensioner rail, both upper guide rails, lower guide rail, lower tensioner rail and tensioner bolt. All kits include: 066109514A - Upper Guide...

www.urotuning.com

 

VW Timing Chain Kit - FCP Euro BDFTIMINGKT4

VW Timing Chain Kit - FCP Euro BDFTIMINGKT4

www.fcpeuro.com

Yes, FCP Euro carries Timing Chain Kits for VR6 24v

 

I did my chains and clutch last spring. I got everything from a VW dealer in RI. The website isn't too good but if you enter the part numbers they have everything. You will not find lower prices on genuine OEM parts anywhere. They ship fast too. Shop OEM Volkswagen Parts Online | Balise VW Parts

I went with a Luk clutch and flywheel set from FCP Euro. I got it on sale during the Christmas holiday. The car had never been apart and when I pulled the clutch it had a VW logo and also LUK stamped in it.

 

I would never bother replacing chains.
Belts yes, but chains no.
The camshaft timing sprockets are tapered fit, so you need to rent of buy a puller.
The chains only run between the pair of cams in each head, with a timing belt running the cams off the crank.
(At least with the older ones I am familiar with.)

I buy my parts from MoFoCo, in Shorewood, WI.
MOFOCO: VW Performance Heads, Rebuilt vw transmissions, air cooled vw engines, air cooled vw parts

 

What are talking about? There is no timing belt on this engine. The chains run everything and you definitely replace them and all guides and tensioner. Also cam sprockets are not a press fit.

Here's a great DIY.

Not trying to be rude but please, if you don't know what you're talking about don't comment.

Sooo much bad advice on these forums.

 

I get the whole "do it while I'm in the neighborhood" perspective. I'd just like to add that I drove the piss out of my 04 2.8 24v and it was still running like a champ when sold a year ago with 180k on it. Obviously if you have the means, its not a bad idea but the 24v doesn't have the guide failure that the 12v had. Suppose you're better safe than sorry though with an interference style head. Enjoy that R32!