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12K views 46 replies 17 participants last post by  ppvsteve  
I'm another that has suffered the PCV issue. While I would have purchased Andrei's V3.4 kit, I was hamstrung by time and the need for the car ASAP, which was very frustrating in the end. As an aircraft mechanic with car OCD, I have the manuals and usually the time to do my own work.

This next bit is mostly applicable to the Australian market however, it may also be applicable in the US.
If you look at the prices on Cruzekits, you will see that this fix extremely cost effective and an easy solution, thanks to Andrei's efforts.
In Australia, dealerships are unable to just order the manifold and transfer the serviceable components from the old manifold. The intake manifold in Australia is sold complete with a throttle body, fuel rail, injectors and the emissions solenoid valve. The total cost to replace your PCV valve is $2200AUD + labour. :mad:
So my advice is get in early and get one of Andrei's kits!! Even with the cost of shipping downunder and your own time to install the system, you will financially better off. Not to mention the longevity of the kit.

I took a couple of pictures of my old manifold and sectioned the rear side to capture an image of the poorly designed and cheap valve, that just cost me a small fortune.

So for those that come across this article, get on to Cruzekits and read their information. If you have basic hand skills and the time, it may save you an argument about the car repair cost with your wife or partner. (y)

Cheers,
Mark

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