Just a couple of weeks after getting the belts done in Adelaide, the extra power and glory released saw off the original dual mass flywheel and clutch. After 270,000 km one cannot be too disappointed except the repair is massive and stupid.

The vehicle has been off the road for two weeks waiting for shop time and now being repaired. It has been mostly gutted with the engine and gearbox removed just to get at the bellhousing. It may never be the same again.

Still...it could be waiting for the local VW dealer. They didn't have a slot for it until the 26th September and they wanted nearly three grand for the genuine parts alone.

Next time I might just get a Hino or a Fusion or an Isuzu...