I believe that there are 4 different types. 2 types for the
highbeams, 2 types for the lowbeams. These are further differentiated
into static (non-adjustable) posts, and adjustable posts. The plastic
ages (exposure to ozone) and becomes brittle. $79 seems a bit high.
Perhaps they were quoting for ALL the headlights, not just one?

On Jan 31, 2007, at 3:27 PM, Chris Snyder wrote:

> I was trying to replace a head light lamp in my 1987 and the little
> white
> plastic thingie crumbled and now I need (I guess) new adjusters. I
> was quoted
> $79.00 from the neariest VW dealship. This sure seems a lot of
> money. I
> supposedly order all of them. Each side takes a certain number of
> several part numbers
> is what I was told.
>
> does any one have these adjuster on hand that you would like to
> part with for
> a price?
>
> Can a person just replace just the white plastic where the screw
> head is?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Chris S