Thanks, folks. I tried the local guy, and 1.5 years later he has yet to even crack the case open. That's why the watch is back in my posession! I'll check out the sites mentioned; thank you!

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1992 300D 2.5T
1980 Euro 300D (sadly, sold)
1998 Jetta TDI, 132K "Rudy"
1974 Triumph TR6
1999 Saab 9-5 wagon (wife's)