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haha...No, unfortunately he (or she) is about 20 times bigger than the Leprechaun and he certainly doesnt carry a pot of gold with him...But he's supposed to be big and ugly but kind
The Norwegian 'Nisse' is the equivalent of the Leprechaun and he normally shows himself at xmas time.. He is predominantly red as opposed to the Leprechaun green too. Does the Leprechaun have a pot of gold with him then traditionally...?

Here is one of the very rare pics of the norwegian Troll, when he was last seen just north of Lillehammer

Yes indeed if you catch a Leprechaun he is obliged to give you a pot of gold which is always hidden at the end of a rainbow!

I have seen pics of this Troll before and I have even heard of Lillehammer ....

Hmmm...Im comming Leprechaun hunting in Ireland..!!

its open season !!!

Hello Andrew...

Hello Simon .......

syncropaddy wrote: I can source 195/60/16 Blizzak LM25 tyres here in Ireland.

205/55 R 16 is a rather normal tire size for the Passat here in Norway. I think that would work, but i would not go for anything wider. As far as I know, 195/60 R 16 is not a factory option for this model, but I guess it could be a good alternative. 195/65 R 15 is usually a good choice for the Passat, but it might not fit this car. The brakes on the 130tdi 4Motion may be a bit too big. Check before you buy..

I don't know the Blizzak tyres, but I don't think the LM-25 is the best choice. I would generally avoid the "Central European" winter tyres such as Michelin Alpin or ContiWinterContact TS810. The "Scandinavian" tires like the Michelin X-Ice or ContiVikingContact 5 are far better for Norwegian winter conditions. I think the right choice from Bridgestone would be the Blizzak Nordic. There is really a significant difference in the way these two kinds of tyres perform in tough winter conditions!

syncropaddy wrote: 1. What oil should he use? 0W 40 maybe?
2. What about turning off the engine? Should he fit a heater of some kind?

The 130tdi needs special oil that complies with VW-norm 507.00, and i do not think there is a lot of viscosities to chose from. As far as i know this oil is usually 5W 30, and that should not be a problem in the Norwegian winter.

I would not be afraid to turn off the engine. And I really do not see any reason to fit an engine heater just for this trip. Just make sure the battery is in good condition. I do not know if the cars made for Ireland are fitted with a smaller battery than in Norway. Maybe it's a good idea to install a new battery anyway, end to get the largest that can be fitted to the car?

Thanks Henrik

I was hoping not to have to fit an engine heater!! We will fit a new battery with the best output before the trip and place the old one in the boot to use in emergencies. I will try and source the Nordic tyres that you suggest here in Ireland but if that fails he can buy them in Sweden on his way up.

I have Vredestien Snowtrac2 listed in 205/55R16 if needed, nothing in 195 though.

I dont think he is driving through the UK Simon. Its cheaper to go directly to France and it also avoids my Sterling kitty being plundered!!