I think most people just don't know that the location field is there...

In case you don't know:

1. Make sure you are logged into the forum.
2. Click on the 'User CP' link in the blue bar above the thread you are reading.
3. In the bar of links on the left, click "Edit Profile".
4. Scroll down to the input box near the bottom of the page that is labeled "Location"
5. Fill in your location in the form, "City, State/Country" or "State/Country" or "Region of State/Country".
6. Click the "Save Changes" button at the bottom of the form. You're done!

Why fill in the location field?

Problems with your vehicle may be tied to location. Different fuel availability, vehicle type availability, weather conditions, road salting habits and mechanic choices might affect the answer to your questions. People who live near you can offer personalized advice (such as mechanic recommendations, fueling station recommendations, etc).

Also, many forum members have extra parts they would not mind selling (or giving) to you if you are close enough to pick it up (mailing a 300TD hatch by UPS is a huge pain in the butt). Posting your location lets people offer to help in ways other than just online.

Its still safe. If you list your City, or even just your State, it is still nearly impossible to locate you. If you don't believe me, I live in St. Louis, MO, try and find me! You won't be able to, trust me. That is, unless I've done business with you in some other way, in which case you already have what you need to know.

Peace,
Sam

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2001 Aprilia SR50 Corsa Red w/ 5.5k (>100 MPG)

thanks for the tip. I didn't see that field. BTW, I went to high school in Hamden, not too far from Milford.

That's cuz she told them you are crazy.

Well, at least you still have your legs.

(yeah, I know...most of you are scratching your head, but VeeDub ought to get it)

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09 Jetta TDI
1985 300D

I keep hearing this song play in my head. " All my Ex's live in Texas"

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1984 300D
1985 300CD
1980 300SD
1993 SL500

Spo is close!

Yeah who wants to rob me I don't have money anymore, it is all sitting in the driveway!

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1969 280SE
2023 Ram 1500
2007 Tiara 3200

I know what you mean....the tax man grabs mine........

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1983 300D W123
1975 Ironhead Sportster chopper
1987 GMC 3/4 ton 4X4 Diesel
1989 Honda Civic (Heavily modified)
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