I've a set of 44's on intake runners on my 2.0L - where would be the best place to get replacement gaskets to go between the runners and the heads ? What would I ask for ? Should I start at a VW shop ?

Try:
http://www2.cip1.com/ProductDetails.asp?Pr...2D5462&CartID=1

California Import Parts ltd.
210-9087B 198th Street
Langley, BC, V1M-3B1

I bought mine at a bug shop and they were priced cheap. If you can take an old on with you, there are a few different sizes & thicknesses.

I hope this helps....