head gasket replacement 2006 jetta DYI ???

[the joker]

have a chance to pickup a 2006 jetta needs head gasket
how tough


rebuild Bmw and vw mess around with volvo MB is it a pain in the arse or is it doable

[ps2375]

A blown HG generally doesn't just happen, something causes it. As for a tutorial, what motor and how hard could it be? Take the head off, put the head back on and align the timing marks.

[the joker]

thanks it's a one owner 2.0? 2006 with 75k on the clock
did the ding bat over heat it could the head be wrapped?
he only wants $1500 for it looks good otherwise

looking for something for my 18y son my first was a vw 84 GTI

[ps2375]

Those 2.0 heads are pretty tough, but it would still be worth having the head checked at a machine shop.

[the joker]

only draw back is this jetta is an auto I may try low ball him considering

may need a head or some other hidden problem and being an auto

[TDCTDI]

Is that a 2006 a mk5 with a 2.0 turbo? Blown head gaskets at 75k is unheard of, I'm seeing camshaft/high pressure fuel pump failure & timing chain failure (2.0ts have both timing chain & belt).
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[the joker]

owners says run's great otherwise? not a turbo unless he really is a ding bat

[ps2375]

A Bently manual will be a great help too, as then you'll have TQ specs and some pics to work with.

[the joker]

may low ball him because of all the questionables