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Title: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 11 January 2013, 16:12
As the title of the thread really...

I'll starts off with a very mundane "washed it". I've had too many meetings this week for me to arrange them when my wife dosn't need to go anywhere, so rather than been able to share the old Passat, we've had to use the Golf, hence it getting dirty. Still, it's all washed and dried now, tucked up nice and cosy in the garage.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 11 January 2013, 16:43
Nout really, just gave it a little drink and if the good weather holds up will be washing her over weekend...
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Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 11 January 2013, 17:11
Washed mine too! We'll use the cab now all weekend.
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Post by: Neil gti on 11 January 2013, 18:01
Bonnet and bumper off to sort out the crack and stone chips to the front end  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 11 January 2013, 18:49
scratched my head over BBKs that will fit under a Watkins Glen alloy without spacers or Bells seems VWR may be the only option
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 11 January 2013, 19:16
Topped up oil and coolant and stared in despair at the disgusting state of my dirty car  :cry:.  Wash day on Monday  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 11 January 2013, 19:57
Rung its neck :evil:
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Post by: Hurdy on 11 January 2013, 20:19
Took it to be assessed for this... :cry:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/IMAG0481_BURST001.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 11 January 2013, 20:33
Took it to be assessed for this... :cry:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/IMAG0481_BURST001.jpg)

On no, that's gutting! Don't suppose you saw the t*ssers that did it?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 11 January 2013, 21:13
Gutted for you, jealous muppets :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 11 January 2013, 21:18
Looks nastier every time I look at it(in other thread) :angry:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 11 January 2013, 21:25
That's a bloody nightmare. Gutted for you. Seems like these cars attract this sort of thing.

What are they quoting to fix it?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 11 January 2013, 23:16
Drove it 170 miles! :cool:



Thats disgusting John! Makes me sick the jealous tossers!! :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 12 January 2013, 13:33
I bet you'd have liked to have caught them in the act John  :angry:

Today, the OCD demons made me take my rear wheels off to remove the left over stickyness from the old set of balance weights after having new tyres a few weeks ago.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 13 January 2013, 09:10
I absolutely must check my oil and coolant levels. Haven't done so for over a month. I haven't had to top up my screen wash once since I bought the car on 26th sept 2012 either. Reservoir must be the size of a small ocean!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 13 January 2013, 10:38
Pumped tyres up.

 :kiss:
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Post by: candywhite12 on 13 January 2013, 11:48
visual contact suffices for today.  wet outside, so in no mood to take it for a ride as I just spent 4 hours washing and cleaning it yesterday  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 19 January 2013, 17:28
Looked at it and smiled as I opened the garage door, then got in Passat that is already covered in salt at crap and went out.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 20 January 2013, 10:04
Yesterday: Drove it 50 miles to visit father in hospital, drove it home again. 31mpg average for those of you who care!
Today: We're both hibernating.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 20 January 2013, 15:09
Drove it to the Gym and back.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Tinkertaylor on 20 January 2013, 16:19
Bought a bulb to replace the one out for the rear plate, only to have the old one pop back on as I touched the housing. Must have been loose, I'll keep an eye on it... :huh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Edi35 on 20 January 2013, 23:06
Today I have mostly been driving sideways in the snow  :laugh: roads were empty today with enough snow to have fun even at 20 mph
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 21 January 2013, 08:20
Cleared the sow off it and scraped windows for my wife to go to work....one in the bank for later   :kiss:
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Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 21 January 2013, 08:58
Inspected the door after a work colleague told me he'd hit it on the car park - knob! Doesn't look like there's any damage but won't know until I clean it!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 21 January 2013, 09:22
Inspected the door after a work colleague told me he'd hit it on the car park - knob! Doesn't look like there's any damage but won't know until I clean it!

Oh dear, well at least he had the decency to tell you...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 21 January 2013, 09:53
Yeah he looked very worried, he told me from the other side of bullet proof glass to be on the safe side!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 January 2013, 10:01
Yeah he looked very worried, he told me from the other side of bullet proof glass to be on the safe side!

You must have a fearsome reputation  :grin:

My colleague did the same to someone's car last week but she also did the honourable thing and owned up -  more than can be said to the last person that rammed their door into mine.  It happens so frequently where I work, - now I park at the farthest part of the car park, where no one else can be bothered to walk to.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 21 January 2013, 11:10
Cleared the sow off it and scraped windows for my wife to go to work....one in the bank for later   :kiss:

You won't be cashing that cheque calling her names like that.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adrena1in on 21 January 2013, 11:59
I bought mine some new shoes!  Well, second hand ones really, but I'll make them look new!  :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 21 January 2013, 14:36
Yeah he looked very worried, he told me from the other side of bullet proof glass to be on the safe side!

 :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 21 January 2013, 14:37
I bought mine some new shoes!  Well, second hand ones really, but I'll make them look new!  :)

Any pics? Or is it a case of posting when they've had some TLC...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adrena1in on 21 January 2013, 14:49
I bought mine some new shoes!  Well, second hand ones really, but I'll make them look new!  :)

Any pics? Or is it a case of posting when they've had some TLC...
I'll post some when I've given them a good seeing to and actually put them on the car!  :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ess_Three on 21 January 2013, 15:56
I checked mine was still in the garage. It is.
Oh, and it's clean.

Unlike the old Mk3 Anniversary which is parked next to it, covered in sawdust and with a Mk5 GTI rear bumper 'parked' on it's roof.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 21 January 2013, 16:01
Cleared the sow off it and scraped windows for my wife to go to work....one in the bank for later   :kiss:

You won't be cashing that cheque calling her names like that.


Shhhh ffs....bloody ipad  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 21 January 2013, 22:46
Walked up to it and smiled then got in the passenger seat of the Aygo...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: sustanon400 on 22 January 2013, 17:41
Had a Bluefin stage 1 map put on my "R" , car goes really well now  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 27 January 2013, 19:58
fitted these today and rain-x'd the glass

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/file-51.jpg)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/file-52.jpg)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/file-53.jpg)

car was washed before i put it away and it hasnt moved since but it was a little windy today and rained for literally a few seconds so car is full of water marks and specs of dirt now. bloody annoying!  :angry:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 27 January 2013, 20:34
^^^nice little touch Ken... :cool:
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Post by: mkviken on 27 January 2013, 21:08
thanks. £26 on ebay so took a punt on them. they look pretty good but doubt they offer much protection
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Post by: ajmoir36 on 27 January 2013, 21:40
I washed my beast and cleaned the inside glass.
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Post by: wigit on 28 January 2013, 14:43
Drove it for the first time in 4 weeks as a treat as was going to work a tad later so avoided the jams of out London, goes well still and likes a drink of super lol
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Post by: Booth11 on 28 January 2013, 23:03
Kerbed a wheel  :cry:
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Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 29 January 2013, 06:17
Kerbed a wheel  :cry:

Ouch!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 29 January 2013, 14:34
Kerbed a wheel  :cry:

Ouch!

Yeah - pointless high kerbs on narrow country lanes, big lorries, no passing places - do not a good combination make!   :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adrena1in on 29 January 2013, 15:51
Left the side-lights on all day and returned to a rather flat battery and some odd results when I finally got it bump started.

1)  Kept getting "ESP Fault" when I was trying to get it started, but went away once on the go.
2)  Indicator "clicker" in the car going at double-speed, though the wing-mirror indocator lights seemed fine.
3)  Bulb warning light on the dash.

All back to normal, (I hope), once I'd driven it around for half an hour to get more juice into the battery.

Oops.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Cliff_944 on 29 January 2013, 21:19
Got the first service done.  Drove around in a rubbish 1.4 Polo.  You need to drive another car to realise how good the golf is.  They also changed front fogs which had water in them... :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 29 January 2013, 21:31
as my car wont be going anywhere until the roads clean up a bit i might de-tar and iron-x it tomorrow then polish, glaze and wax it

will see what the weather is doing first
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 29 January 2013, 22:36
Took me bro to buy a MK4 GT TDI...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 30 January 2013, 14:28
put my coat in the washing machine and forgot i left car key, house keys and a pen in my pocket  :cry:



car key still worked fine and smells great and the pen didnt leak and wreck my coat! :evil: so VW do build some things right!
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Post by: Robocop on 30 January 2013, 15:43
After nearly a year, I finally got around to going through VCDS and sorting out some of the tweaks suggested on this forum.  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 30 January 2013, 16:36
put my coat in the washing machine and forgot i left car key, house keys and a pen in my pocket  :cry:



car key still worked fine and smells great and the pen didnt leak and wreck my coat! :evil: so VW do build some things right!

I've done that - mine still worked too - phew!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 30 January 2013, 18:14
Booked car in for next thursday for a full paint correction detail and a GTechnic C1 Crystal lacquer coating,
Just to finish it off from the respray last week to get rid of the stonechips etc, Leaves a really glossy finish and Deep Shine Detailing who is doing it always takes plenty of pics, so will post up when complete  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 30 January 2013, 23:36
Booked car in for next thursday for a full paint correction detail and a GTechnic C1 Crystal lacquer coating,
Just to finish it off from the respray last week to get rid of the stonechips etc, Leaves a really glossy finish and Deep Shine Detailing who is doing it always takes plenty of pics, so will post up when complete  :smiley:


Awesome!!!! :cool:

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Post by: mkviken on 31 January 2013, 08:30
looking forward to seeing the results.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: DubaiGTI on 31 January 2013, 08:38
Kicked the damn thing.

Driving and all of a sudden, Engine Malfunction light comes on with the message - Take to Workshop immediately.  Car lost all power and is now on the side of a road awaiting vehicle recovery.

Bought the car new in 2011 and its broken down 5 times.  Fuel pump issues and now this.

Not happy.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 31 January 2013, 17:50
Kicked the damn thing.

Driving and all of a sudden, Engine Malfunction light comes on with the message - Take to Workshop immediately.  Car lost all power and is now on the side of a road awaiting vehicle recovery.

Bought the car new in 2011 and its broken down 5 times.  Fuel pump issues and now this.

Not happy.

Damn!!! Keep us updated...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Murrayedition35 on 31 January 2013, 19:02
Booked my ED35 in for a windscreen change after a grittier lorry decided to spray the front of my car with rocks.... :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 01 February 2013, 06:21
Booked my ED35 in for a windscreen change after a grittier lorry decided to spray the front of my car with rocks.... :angry:

Hate gritter lorries  :angry:

I am on my 3rd windscreen now in the GTi, they are made out of butter or i am just unlucky  :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 01 February 2013, 08:46
no thyre crap

my car has 9000 something miles, has 1 small stone chip on the bumper and 2 on the bonnet so not bad at all but the screen is absolutely peppered.

i always make a point of keeping well back off the car in front, especially this time of year.

i actually got one chip on the windsceen while parked up! a car drove by and flicked a stone up and caught my windscreen and chipped it.

our altea is a disgrace too - the bonnet has barely got a stone chip but the screen is covered in them. must be a VAG thing
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Post by: Snooze on 01 February 2013, 10:41
Finally got my touch up paint after ordering it 5 weeks ago and 3 trips to the stealers!  F**cking retards sold the first lot I ordered  :angry:
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Post by: candywhite12 on 01 February 2013, 11:43
nearly killed a cat who was walking on top of the car...  :evil: what i've done to my mk6 today is save its white ass from the cat scratching its paint
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Post by: Snoopy on 01 February 2013, 12:06
no thyre crap

my car has 9000 something miles, has 1 small stone chip on the bumper and 2 on the bonnet so not bad at all but the screen is absolutely peppered.

i always make a point of keeping well back off the car in front, especially this time of year.

i actually got one chip on the windsceen while parked up! a car drove by and flicked a stone up and caught my windscreen and chipped it.

our altea is a disgrace too - the bonnet has barely got a stone chip but the screen is covered in them. must be a VAG thing
MINI suffer it too, mate at works had 3 of them now, all have suffered badly.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 03 February 2013, 06:34
Does yesterday count as I want to give the old girl a rest today?

Did 11 hour night shift on Friday, went to bed for a couple of hours, got up, showered and had some pizza.
Drove it to Cornwall to visit my dad in hospital, decided that whilst I was there I'd drive it to the bottom of Cornwall, had a meal, turned around and drove home again. 240 miles, 29 mpg on the computer, about £50 on fuel went in when I got back.
Went home, had a Guinness and went to bed. Slept about three hours and woke up needing a piss. Been sat on the internet ever since!!
Rock 'n' Roll baby.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 03 February 2013, 09:59
The joys of night shift

I find myself walking the dog at 3am when I'm trying to turn round! Horrendous




I de-tard, iron-x'd, washed, polished, glazed and waxed it and re sealed the wheels again and flege stift'd the door and window rubbers and sealed the glass

Looking damn fine. Don't want to get it dirty now. The roads are a mess round here.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 03 February 2013, 11:09
Ok, can update now.
Lifted garage door with a view to cleaning the thing.
Looked at it.  :kiss:
Closed garage door again and came back inside.
 
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Post by: Booth11 on 03 February 2013, 11:27
Ok, can update now.
Lifted garage door with a view to cleaning the thing.
Looked at it.  :kiss:
Closed garage door again and came back inside.
 

Ha!  Suspect I may be doing the very same thing tommorow  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 03 February 2013, 11:43
Just finished full detail inc a wax. Found a nice scrape along drivers side side skirt - wounded! Paint gone down to plastic!
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Post by: Ed35 chunk on 03 February 2013, 12:09
Sat looking at car thro window hopeing it doesn't need a new engine and that it's a straight forward warranty claim this time
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Post by: dubber36 on 03 February 2013, 13:21
Ok, can update now.
Lifted garage door with a view to cleaning the thing.
Looked at it.  :kiss:
Closed garage door again and came back inside.

Mine went along the lines of,
Opened the garage door from the house with a view to checking the condition of the battery.
Looked at it.  :kiss:
Closed the garage door and came back inside with a bottle of beer in hand.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: DubaiGTI on 03 February 2013, 14:47
Kicked the damn thing.

Driving and all of a sudden, Engine Malfunction light comes on with the message - Take to Workshop immediately.  Car lost all power and is now on the side of a road awaiting vehicle recovery.

Bought the car new in 2011 and its broken down 5 times.  Fuel pump issues and now this.

Not happy.

Hi folks, an update.

Stealers have just called.  Asked me if the car had been modified.  The car has a Revo stage 1 remap and basic ITG air filter.  Although I didn't admit to it.  Got away last time they questioned me. That was the time they replaced the faulty ignition coil.  The GTI also had fuel pump failures on two occasions. The first time prior to any remap.   

He said it's likely the fuel and air mixture is too high for the Turbo??

Does this make sense?  Has anyone else had these issues with a stage 1 remap?

Advice appreciated.

Thank you.


Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Murrayedition35 on 04 February 2013, 21:48
Got a new windscreen fitted today....got to say that auto glass fitters do the job, no messing around.. :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 05 February 2013, 07:54
nearly killed a cat who was walking on top of the car...  :evil: what i've done to my mk6 today is save its white ass from the cat scratching its paint

Our cat spends half it's time on our cars, not a lot we can do about it really.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 February 2013, 13:14
nothing much but drove it and hit 4k mileage today. 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 05 February 2013, 18:14
Left in my flat car park today, mate picked me up to go to Site meetings down in Horley & Horsham.  She's absolutely filthy as not had a chance to wash her since before the snow. Looking very neglected!  :sad:
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Post by: Sean465 on 07 February 2013, 18:29

Today was Decal day...

"GTI" decals on each caliper, small red "GTI" decal on each gloss door pillar, small red "GTI" decal on interior trim above glove box, Carbon inserts for the rear VW badge, piston heads sticker and GolfGTI forum sticker for the rear window...

Sounds tacky but happy with the results

pics to follow
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Murrayedition35 on 09 February 2013, 16:29
Washed and cleaned the ED35 and fitted a couple of decals...Not to everyones taste..
(http://i1223.photobucket.com/albums/dd501/pmur01/IMG_1191_zps17835827.jpg)
(http://i1223.photobucket.com/albums/dd501/pmur01/IMG_1187_zpsacaafa4f.jpg)
(http://i1223.photobucket.com/albums/dd501/pmur01/IMG_1185_zps67ae79c2.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 09 February 2013, 17:00
quite like them murray, would be ideal for something i've got planned
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Post by: Ed35 chunk on 09 February 2013, 17:24
Wow I luv them stickers
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 09 February 2013, 17:33
Mmmm nice n clean, lovely looking motor Murray
Liking the little decal touches  :smiley:
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Post by: Ed35 chunk on 09 February 2013, 18:49
Where u get them?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Murrayedition35 on 09 February 2013, 18:58
My son designed them and he got a guy to make them up.

If you want a set, I can ask how much they would be...I got 2 small and 2 large ones..don't think they will much..
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ed35 chunk on 09 February 2013, 19:00
U shuld get a few sets made up they look good I'm sure few people with 35s be up for them
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 09 February 2013, 21:48
Got a new windscreen fitted today....got to say that auto glass fitters do the job, no messing around.. :smiley:

Autoglass are quality. Fixed a chip in my windscreen lickedy splits, no sh!t.  Excellent service. And it was free!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 09 February 2013, 23:56
Washed and cleaned the ED35 and fitted a couple of decals...Not to everyones taste..
(http://i1223.photobucket.com/albums/dd501/pmur01/IMG_1191_zps17835827.jpg)
(http://i1223.photobucket.com/albums/dd501/pmur01/IMG_1187_zpsacaafa4f.jpg)
(http://i1223.photobucket.com/albums/dd501/pmur01/IMG_1185_zps67ae79c2.jpg)

Looks stunning Phil... :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 10 February 2013, 07:57
Let my friend drive the car since Revo has been installed and then spent a few hours last night with him looking through the classifieds trying to find him one to buy and mod as he now wants a boosted car :grin:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ed35 chunk on 10 February 2013, 12:45
There's a mint ed35 in classifieds already stage 2  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MBCGTI on 10 February 2013, 15:31
Fitted my nice new black front and rear badges and a new windscreen wiper.

Gave her a little clean as well but nothing major as it started raining.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 10 February 2013, 16:10
^^^Pics of the badges?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MBCGTI on 12 February 2013, 15:13
Rear - A little dirty
(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b15/mikeyb90/IMG_1212_zps5f9ab76d.jpg)

Front - Crap picture as on phone
(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b15/mikeyb90/IMG_1211_zps2023230f.jpg)
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Post by: Neil gti on 12 February 2013, 16:49
Liking the black badges, where you get them from  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MBCGTI on 12 February 2013, 16:53
Liking the black badges, where you get them from  :smiley:

Bought them off the bay, £30 which I was quite impressed with.  Just searched for them but I would imagine its a little bit of a gamble as to quality.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 12 February 2013, 17:47
Liking the black badges, where you get them from  :smiley:

Bought them off the bay, £30 which I was quite impressed with.  Just searched for them but I would imagine its a little bit of a gamble as to quality.

 :smiley: will have a mooch cheers,
Where did Hurdy get his from any ideas ?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 13 February 2013, 11:37
first service with no issues, front tyres down to 3mm i 9k so must be trying, traffic chaos by dealer meant they could not get up to speed for wind noise issue

let the 2013 modifications commence
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 14 February 2013, 06:57
Fitted a Forge Intercooler and twintercooler, thought it would be rude not to fit both as i got them at a great price off another forum member :wink:  not had chance to fully test it out yet, still feels really responsive and not laggy, only time will tell when this crappy weather clears a bit,
Think i will pop into the local Revo dealer today and see if there is any updates for the stage 2 map or go stage 2+ (S2 now been on for about 2.5 years)


Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 14 February 2013, 17:44
Fitted a Forge Intercooler and twintercooler, thought it would be rude not to fit both as i got them at a great price off another forum member :wink:  not had chance to fully test it out yet, still feels really responsive and not laggy, only time will tell when this crappy weather clears a bit,
Think i will pop into the local Revo dealer today and see if there is any updates for the stage 2 map or go stage 2+ (S2 now been on for about 2.5 years)

Been to local Revo dealer today, no stage 2+ available for the mk6, 2+ is for the mk5 after fitting the HPFP which the mk6 already has fitted,
So no need for any alterations as the car will adjust itself  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 15 February 2013, 19:14
Finally cleaned my car after about 6 weeks without a wash! Finished just in time b4 it got dark, so no pics I'm afraid  :sad: Will upload some pics 2morrow if its not already dirty!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 15 February 2013, 19:32
Made the wise decision to leave it at home and not bring it down to Kent, muddy tracks and way to many pot holes on rural lanes, the 500 has been well and truly abused
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 15 February 2013, 19:50
Given mine a good cleaning today after having to use it last week, due to the Passat being out of action. It's all nicely tucked up in the garage again now.

This OCD behaviour is going to have to stop. A potential Passat replacement that's on the horizon will put an end to it. I'm going to have to use one of the cars, so may alternate them week on, week off or something.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 15 February 2013, 21:30
Washed the wheels and exhausts. At work all weekend then off for two days so she'll get a proper clean then.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 15 February 2013, 22:51
Made the wise decision to leave it at home and not bring it down to Kent, muddy tracks and way to many pot holes on rural lanes, the 500 has been well and truly abused

Tell me about it!  The state of the rural roads here is shocking.  Hit a bad pot hole yesterday and the jolt was horrifying.......my poor wheel  :sad:

Given mine a good cleaning today after having to use it last week, due to the Passat being out of action. It's all nicely tucked up in the garage again now.

This OCD behaviour is going to have to stop. A potential Passat replacement that's on the horizon will put an end to it. I'm going to have to use one of the cars, so may alternate them week on, week off or something.

Dubber36 if you want to indulge your OCD, you can come and clean my car after every trip out! 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 15 February 2013, 23:59
Booth11 not that far from Canterbury as in Throwley just outside of Faversham on the Ashford Rd
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 16 February 2013, 00:11
Booth11 not that far from Canterbury as in Throwley just outside of Faversham on the Ashford Rd

Not far at all.  There's a good pub just down the road from there, The Plough at Stalisfield Green
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 16 February 2013, 15:35
Cleaned it and then driven it on nice dry roads....roll on spring and a new clutch  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 16 February 2013, 20:40
Trial fitted a Connects2 AutoDAB  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 16 February 2013, 20:43
Used it to get out and about to test the new Canon 5D mk3 I bought for my birthday.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8109/8478640733_06e867aa1a_b.jpg)
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Post by: Exonian on 16 February 2013, 21:06
^^^^^ Superb pic  :cool:
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Post by: ajmoir36 on 16 February 2013, 21:11
^^^^^ Superb pic  :cool:

Thanks, filthy springs to mind.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 16 February 2013, 21:17
^^^^^ Superb pic  :cool:

Thanks, filthy springs to mind.

Adds to the character!  :grin:
You ought to see my GTI - Yuk!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hartside on 17 February 2013, 17:33
Today I used the wife's hand held steam cleaner to get the black soot off the chrome exhaust tips. Came off in about 20 secs effortlessly. Finished with a good coat of sealant on each one
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 17 February 2013, 17:57
Cleaned it and then driven it on nice dry roads....roll on spring and a new clutch  :whistle:

So following on from yesterday's efforts, today all wheels have been of the car and cleaned inside and out, then waxed.

Car was then de-tarred, clayed, polished and waxed and is looking fantastic, all ready for its first MOT and service next Saturday :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 17 February 2013, 18:18
I found a corner was cracked off my scuttle panel, got a new one from the stealers for £18 and fitted it, when I eventually got the wipers off  :shocked:

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/608AC663-5E80-46CA-900F-98BC8DD1858A-896-0000006F31752DFC_zps71d15e56.jpg)

Afterwards
(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/6C79FEE4-0B77-4F2C-AE33-A8C79D65C35F-896-0000006F4515D8AC_zps0ce0ab12.jpg)

And cleaned my other wheels up ready to fit back on and take the winters off

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/0119AFF6-694E-4E8E-8251-869881A1396F-896-0000006F1870A820_zpscb73e5a0.jpg)

Thinking of selling the CHs that i currently have fitted with the winter wellies on  :rolleyes:
(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/3DA6C7EA-C457-45FB-9A29-0F2E2496E3A0-3166-000001F3DC7734FD_zpsec64bfd9.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Cliff_944 on 17 February 2013, 18:23
Pulled this along..
(http://i1054.photobucket.com/albums/s496/Cliff_944/Camera%20Awesome%20Photos/preview_image_0_43713322x_zps3d945384.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adrena1in on 17 February 2013, 19:02
Cleaned it, took it for a spin, frowned at the layers of dust and crap from the road that's now coating the lower half of the body again.   :angry:

Did a little more sanding and preparing of the secondhand Monza Shadows I intend to put on the car in the Spring.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 17 February 2013, 21:08
Cleaned it, took it for a spin, frowned at the layers of dust and crap from the road that's now coating the lower half of the body again.   :angry:


I did the same with the Mk2 today. Cleaned it because it was covered in dust from being parked up since October, then too it out for a spin (to look at a potential new car) on what seemed like clean, dry roads, and it's bloody worse than when I started.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 17 February 2013, 22:48
Gave mine a good clean including a top up of sealant on the paintwork. Mind you, I cleaned Mrs Buck's first.
No driving it around today - just reversed it back into the garage.  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 18 February 2013, 07:38
Drove it for the first time in 11 weeks. I am now suffering "golfball"
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: candywhite12 on 18 February 2013, 14:51
took it to dealer for bodywork, wife crashed it a couple of days ago  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adrena1in on 18 February 2013, 22:05
took it to dealer for bodywork, wife crashed it a couple of days ago  :cry:
Ouch.  My other half's not driven the GTD yet.  But then she thinks her Fiesta 1.6 TDCi is a little too powerful!!

Hope your wife is ok.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: candywhite12 on 20 February 2013, 06:36
took it to dealer for bodywork, wife crashed it a couple of days ago  :cry:
Ouch.  My other half's not driven the GTD yet.  But then she thinks her Fiesta 1.6 TDCi is a little too powerful!!

Hope your wife is ok.

wife's ok, kids were with her, also ok, gti not ok  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buster73 on 20 February 2013, 08:22
The first two points are the most important , the car is irrelevant , it can be fixed or replaced.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 20 February 2013, 09:13
I found a corner was cracked off my scuttle panel, got a new one from the stealers for £18 and fitted it, when I eventually got the wipers off  :shocked:

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/608AC663-5E80-46CA-900F-98BC8DD1858A-896-0000006F31752DFC_zps71d15e56.jpg)

Afterwards
(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/6C79FEE4-0B77-4F2C-AE33-A8C79D65C35F-896-0000006F4515D8AC_zps0ce0ab12.jpg)

And cleaned my other wheels up ready to fit back on and take the winters off

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/0119AFF6-694E-4E8E-8251-869881A1396F-896-0000006F1870A820_zpscb73e5a0.jpg)

Thinking of selling the CHs that i currently have fitted with the winter wellies on  :rolleyes:
(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/3DA6C7EA-C457-45FB-9A29-0F2E2496E3A0-3166-000001F3DC7734FD_zpsec64bfd9.jpg)



Let me know if you do choose to sell these!! :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 20 February 2013, 10:35
I am selling these mate with or without tyres, just need to get them off the car and give them a clean up and maybe take the tyres if need be ?
Ohh and sort a price out  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rhyso on 20 February 2013, 11:06
Mmm CH's  :drool: :drool: :drool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 20 February 2013, 13:26
You will have to PM me with a price without tyres :) thing they would look the business on my black gti
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 20 February 2013, 16:11
Washed and wax'd it again and also topped up the protection on the wheels...my dad offered to help wax her so it took me half the time, was a bit sceptical about letting him at first but he actually did a great job, I haven't driven it since so it's still gleaming!!! :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 February 2013, 14:19
Finally cleaned it after 6 weeks - snow foamed, washed, waxed, wheels sealed and interior done.  Its lovely shininess will be short lived as got to take it out now onto those dirty roads  :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 23 February 2013, 11:29
Just bought a new drivers side wing mirror glass thanks to some kindly female in a car park hitting my mirror (despite the fact I'd parked as far away from everyone else as humanly possible).
£45 later and now going to have to stand out in the freezing cold and fix the sodding thing. Grrrrrrr Grrrrrrr Grrrrrr  :angry:

And no, she didn't hang around to report the incident. And no, no CCTV. Grrrrrrr.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 23 February 2013, 17:11
That's crap, makes me angry :rolleyes:

I have had first MOT and service by Alex from AKS Tuning in Bedford, sacked off the main dealer for someone who is working on the car using experience and common sense rather than following a manual.

Lined car up for quite a list at its next few visits...

Helix Organic Clutch
S3 short shifter
Bilstein B8 Shocks
H&R Front & Rear ARB's
Superpro ALK
Uprated lower subframe & dog bone mount bushes.

 :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 01 March 2013, 18:10
picked the car up from Revo who fitted one of their intakes whilst they had it, car has a nice induction noise and stronger

i'll post some piccies as also got a smoothed tt-s engine cover to fit
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 01 March 2013, 21:42
picked the car up from Revo who fitted one of their intakes whilst they had it, car has a nice induction noise and stronger

i'll post some piccies as also got a smoothed tt-s engine cover to fit


Looking forward to seeing it mate.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 01 March 2013, 23:35
Sadly drove it to Mrs GTD's grandads funeral today :sad:


But he had a good innings 86 infact and now is at peace with his wife... :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 02 March 2013, 07:42
Sadly drove it to Mrs GTD's grandads funeral today :sad:


But he had a good innings 86 infact and now is at peace with his wife... :smiley:

Sorry to hear that mate.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 02 March 2013, 11:27
Sadly drove it to Mrs GTD's grandads funeral today :sad:


But he had a good innings 86 infact and now is at peace with his wife... :smiley:

Sorry to hear that mate.

Cheers mate...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MBCGTI on 02 March 2013, 12:38
Sadly drove it to Mrs GTD's grandads funeral today :sad:


But he had a good innings 86 infact and now is at peace with his wife... :smiley:

Hope Mrs GTD is ok.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Murrayedition35 on 02 March 2013, 18:52
Sadly drove it to Mrs GTD's grandads funeral today :sad:


But he had a good innings 86 infact and now is at peace with his wife... :smiley:

Sorry to hear your sad news Mr GTD...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adrena1in on 02 March 2013, 18:55
Sad news.

Wash and Wax for mine today.  Just Turtle Wax, but needed it badly and looks heaps better.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 02 March 2013, 18:56
Sadly drove it to Mrs GTD's grandads funeral today :sad:


But he had a good innings 86 infact and now is at peace with his wife... :smiley:

Hope Mrs GTD is ok.

Sadly drove it to Mrs GTD's grandads funeral today :sad:


But he had a good innings 86 infact and now is at peace with his wife... :smiley:

Sorry to hear your sad news Mr GTD...

Cheers guys, yeh she is fine no worries there...going out for a meal tomoz with family to toast his fruitful life...  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 March 2013, 19:07
Sorry to hear that Mr GTD, hope Mrs GTD is ok.

Drove it, and came across a mk4 golf wedged right down in a rural roadside ditch with a tree buried into the bonnet.  :sad:  just hope the occupant/s were ok
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 02 March 2013, 20:30
Sadly drove it to Mrs GTD's grandads funeral today :sad:


But he had a good innings 86 infact and now is at peace with his wife... :smiley:

Hope Mrs GTD is ok.

Sadly drove it to Mrs GTD's grandads funeral today :sad:


But he had a good innings 86 infact and now is at peace with his wife... :smiley:

Sorry to hear your sad news Mr GTD...

Cheers guys, yeh she is fine no worries there...going out for a meal tomoz with family to toast his fruitful life...  :smiley:
Sorry to hear the news but at least you're taking the right approach and giving him a good send off  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimmymature on 02 March 2013, 21:13
Finally washed the car after months of neglect. I forgot how nice it looks...


(http://imageshack.us/a/img689/2108/photommj.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 02 March 2013, 21:36
Gotta love the foam....
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 03 March 2013, 09:08
Finally washed the car after months of neglect. I forgot how nice it looks...


(http://imageshack.us/a/img689/2108/photommj.jpg)

Looks like a toy in that pic   :shocked:

Gave mine a wash too yesterday, first one since full detail and wax a few weeks ago and the water was beading beautifully....very satisfying :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 03 March 2013, 10:11
I really need to clean mine.
But it's cold and I don't operate below 10 deg C.

Any volunteers?  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 03 March 2013, 20:24
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/1CB23C1F-8946-4F9B-AA56-4ACD963ACD3A-2386-000005DEEC0136EE_zps375bd1cf.jpg)

Fitted the tts engine cover today now the intake is on
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 03 March 2013, 20:28
^^^^That looks great Andy!!  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 03 March 2013, 20:52
Very nice Wigit.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Murrayedition35 on 03 March 2013, 20:59
Looking good Wigit.

Where did you get the intake from...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 03 March 2013, 21:08
^^^^That looks great!!  :cool:

(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/C2B110DE-964C-46F2-804E-69C96628D97D-2386-000005DEDC6A98FE_zps45f6aa3b.jpg)

Bit easier on the eye than what it did look like, some finishing touches planned

I got the intake directly from Revo but they available from all their dealers, if you want quiet a closed solution may be preferable, car is way more responsive
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 04 March 2013, 07:22
Interesting, may trade my Carbonio in for one of these as I am sure it must be quite restrictive with such a small area at the front for airflow compared to an open filter.

Cover looks great  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 04 March 2013, 10:05
What have you done to your Mk6 today then?

1: Changed its tax disc.

2: Booked it in for its third year service on the fixed price service plan.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 04 March 2013, 14:38
Driven it lots and finally got my average mileage up over 30mpg  :smiley: (only just mind!)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 04 March 2013, 19:26
Polished out a parking scratch that some inconsiderate @rs3eh0le inflicted on my drivers door whilst parked on my works car park. Don't know exactly when it happened, other than sometime during the last 2 weeks. Fortunately, it seems to have polished out OK.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 04 March 2013, 22:04
Locked my keys in my flat. So had to leave her at home and get the train to work. Might try and remember to take my keys with me tomorrow!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 04 March 2013, 23:21
Locked my keys in my flat. So had to leave her at home and get the train to work. Might try and remember to take my keys with me tomorrow!

 :laugh: OOPS!!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 06 March 2013, 12:51
Sold my BBS's and put my OZ's back on  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 06 March 2013, 14:53
Dropped mine off at the stealers for some work to be carried out under warranty. The digital engine temp display has not ever worked since I got the car last september. On the previous visit they changed the sensor with no result, so they have ordered a new dash piece apparently, will be asking for a report when I pick it up. And I will also be asking them about my clutch release bearing which makes the horrible noise a few other members are also experiencing.

But I did get a nice Jetta 2 litre diesel for a courtesy car :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 06 March 2013, 15:42
Got annoyed with footrest cover keep coming off so went and got four torque screws to sort the job!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 07 March 2013, 19:36
I've drove it twice a day every day this week.  :laugh:
That's why its forecast to snow at the weekend  :whistle:

Thought I better as when vw phoned up he said I had only done 500 mile in it between Mar and Nov last year. :embarrassed:

The backend bangs and clatters into potholes and over road ridges and it has 10 times the squeeks and rattles of my 8 year old SEAT. One rattle even sounds like a bird chirping in the glovebox and also like the door panels rattling on there clips.
So much for vw quality. :sad: sort of explains why I did not drive it that much. :embarrassed:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 07 March 2013, 20:03
I've drove it twice a day every day this week.  :laugh:
That's why its forecast to snow at the weekend  :whistle:

Thought I better as when vw phoned up he said I had only done 500 mile in it between Mar and sep last year. :embarrassed:

The backend bangs and clatters into potholes and over road ridges and it has 10 times the squeeks and rattles of my 8 year old SEAT. One rattle even sounds like a bird chirping in the glovebox and also like the door panels rattling on there clips.
So much for vw quality. :sad: explains why I did not drive it that much. :embarrassed:

Funny you should mention door rattles.............only today noticed a very loud rattle/vibration from front passenger door. Worse at low gear.  Removed all loose items out of glovebox, doors, cockpit etc, but rattle still there  :angry:  it's driving me mad!  Never noticed it before but then I usually have music quite loud :whistle: no music on today.  I'm determined to seek out the source but after hearing about the issues other mk6ers have had, I'm not that hopeful  :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 08 March 2013, 04:28
Drove it to go and look at my wife's dream home which has come up for sale.
Thankfully all the glitters is not gold and she returned disappointed.
So I'm safe to think about mk7's instead of DIY and mortgages.
*Phew*
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 08 March 2013, 12:39
Got 3 out of 4 on before rain stopped play

(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/2BE48130-2DFD-4E5A-93DE-BC77624965A0-4455-00000B3B7DFCE410_zps60bb5810.jpg)

they are starting to grow on me
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 08 March 2013, 19:05
That looks fantastic, good choice  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 09 March 2013, 20:02
Gave it a quick but probably pointless wash as it's gonna snow tonight so will be manky by the time i get to UD! :sick:
Topped up the washer bottle, checked the oil and put some air in her tyres.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 09 March 2013, 20:04
Gave it a quick but probably pointless wash as it's gonna snow tonight so will be manky by the time i get to UD! :sick:
Topped up the washer bottle, checked the oil and put some air in her tyres.

Snap, set my alarm for an early start and rapid detail if the roads are dry.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 09 March 2013, 20:33
Gave it a quick but probably pointless wash as it's gonna snow tonight so will be manky by the time i get to UD! :sick:
Topped up the washer bottle, checked the oil and put some air in her tyres.
I was going to wash mine but been sleeting or snowin here all day and bloody cold. I need indoor wash facilitys for my cars. :whistle: (think I'm really spending too much time on detailing and garage forums LOL)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 09 March 2013, 23:45
Got held up by the scene queens doing 50mph on the M40 in lanes 1 and 2 on there way to Ultimate Dubs

Mine will be the dirty carbon grey there tomorrow
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Edi35 on 10 March 2013, 08:40
Gave it a quick but probably pointless wash as it's gonna snow tonight so will be manky by the time i get to UD! :sick:
Topped up the washer bottle, checked the oil and put some air in her tyres.

+1 I like them, are they Hockenheim's?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Edi35 on 10 March 2013, 08:43
Filled up the washer bottle again (5th time in 3 months) and have taken fuse No36 out to stop the headlamp washers working as I am fed up with filling the washer bottle. Also checked oil, coolant and tyre pressures.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 10 March 2013, 08:52
Got to Ultimate Dubs having avoided the Billies queuing by hitting alternative sat nav

Also admired the Mk2 battle on the M54

Wheels are Nurburgring RFs
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 10 March 2013, 08:55
Got to Ultimate Dubs having avoided the Billies queuing by hitting alternative sat nav

Also admired the Mk2 battle on the M54

Wheels are Nurburgring RFs

Many there mate?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 10 March 2013, 08:57
Yep it's busy
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 10 March 2013, 09:16
We might not get in yet! Crazy long queue! :sick:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 10 March 2013, 11:06
Filled up the washer bottle again (5th time in 3 months) and have taken fuse No36 out to stop the headlamp washers working as I am fed up with filling the washer bottle. Also checked oil, coolant and tyre pressures.

Now I know what I'm going to do today, good thinking Batman.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djm4h7nv2oI
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 12 March 2013, 15:53
been racking up the miles in the 35 due to father in law being taken ill, what a car to eat the miles having done 400 miles in it on Sunday and another 300 yesterday

error of judgement yesterday was not taking my 500 TA which is equipped with winter tyres having got caught up the the snow in Kent and Sussex on M2, M20, M26 and M25 last night on the way home, despite car running in full Stage 2 and given i managed to never come to a stand still the car just coped admirably and linear throttle map meant it just reacted as i wanted, its looking sorry for itself and snow is now melted from within the arches (where it froze)

(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/C3730BD5-F8BC-4062-ACA0-23FBEB1C9A88-429-000001375BEC4324_zps95bcbe6c.jpg)

now its finally settled i am coming around to the TSWs lol
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 12 March 2013, 17:35
Left it at the dealers from 7:30 to 4:10 for its 3rd servi
ice and MOT.
I drove past it twice during the day and could see it sitting there.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 April 2013, 15:19
Sun was shining so had fun with the snow foam!  Gave it a good clean, air in tyres, topped up windscreen wash, coolant and oil level check

From this
(http://i1321.photobucket.com/albums/u558/Beckyb7110/ae68d3ce-1d67-4cc6-9462-067de8aa785b.jpg) (http://i1321.photobucket.com/albums/u558/Beckyb7110/68c85bbb-a710-4ed1-a753-c6c5d6073dbf.jpg) (http://i1321.photobucket.com/albums/u558/Beckyb7110/974cf286-e346-4fa7-9598-d981c3741dac.jpg)

To this
(http://i1321.photobucket.com/albums/u558/Beckyb7110/f00250cc-d5d6-430f-b763-af5bc30bc6aa.jpg) (http://i1321.photobucket.com/albums/u558/Beckyb7110/7ab22ede-cb52-4865-a8d3-13b853cd4879.jpg) (http://i1321.photobucket.com/albums/u558/Beckyb7110/f8e8e9a5-adcd-44af-b7ac-64495f571045.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Cliff_944 on 02 April 2013, 17:22
Black cars look so  :cool: when clean!  If only they'd stay that way....
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adrena1in on 02 April 2013, 18:07
Black cars look so  :cool: when clean!  If only they'd stay that way....
Tell me about it!!   :angry:

I just soaked some bird sh*t off mine, (should learn not to park it under trees), and they must've eaten something nasty - I've never had marks left on the paint afterwards, but three splats have left a dull mark on the body work.  Damn things!   :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 02 April 2013, 18:09
extended the VW assistance for 2 years for £110 thanks to having another VW on cover
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 02 April 2013, 18:17
Looking nice n shiney booth 11  :cool: drove mine to work and back enjoying the traffic   :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 02 April 2013, 18:41
Love black cars when clean, looking great :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 02 April 2013, 18:50
Black cars look so  :cool: when clean!  If only they'd stay that way....
Tell me about it!!   :angry:

I just soaked some bird sh*t off mine, (should learn not to park it under trees), and they must've eaten something nasty - I've never had marks left on the paint afterwards, but three splats have left a dull mark on the body work.  Damn things!   :undecided:
bird poooooooo has got lime in it not good for our shiney golfs so if you can get hold of some G3 is good to sort out those nasty marks left by our feathered friends  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 02 April 2013, 19:37
Wow that looks amazing booth! Not sure my 09 plate would come up that gd.

I really need to get a pressure washer. What do you add to get the snow foam, and how much are pressure washers these days? Cheers
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 02 April 2013, 19:50
Wow that looks amazing booth! Not sure my 09 plate would come up that gd.

I really need to get a pressure washer. What do you add to get the snow foam, and how much are pressure washers these days? Cheers

Ideal world normally have some decent Karcher deals on and you need a snow foam lance. Waxamomo have some great products and they do an online discount with the code ilovewaxamomo.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 April 2013, 20:34
Thanks for the comments guys  :smiley:   

Would you believe an hour later it was dirty  - all over  :angry:
I live next door to a sports club with a water based hockey pitch - they irrigate the pitch with high pressure jet sprays - wind blew filthy water spray all over the bl00dy car.  Gonna have to give it another wash tommorow.

Wow that looks amazing booth! Not sure my 09 plate would come up that gd.

I really need to get a pressure washer. What do you add to get the snow foam, and how much are pressure washers these days? Cheers

Pretty much as Ginge says.

I use a mid range Karcher pressure washer. Prices range from £100-£300.  Some of the more expensive/larger ones can be cumbersome for car washing.  Use PA snow foam lance and Meguiars hyper wash.  Get most of my stuff online from Waxamomo or Clean Your Car.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 02 April 2013, 22:40
Thanks for the comments guys  :smiley:   

Would you believe an hour later it was dirty  - all over  :angry:
I live next door to a sports club with a water based hockey pitch - they irrigate the pitch with high pressure jet sprays - wind blew filthy water spray all over the bl00dy car.  Gonna have to give it another wash tommorow.

Wow that looks amazing booth! Not sure my 09 plate would come up that gd.

I really need to get a pressure washer. What do you add to get the snow foam, and how much are pressure washers these days? Cheers

Pretty much as Ginge says.

I use a mid range Karcher pressure washer. Prices range from £100-£300.  Some of the more expensive/larger ones can be cumbersome for car washing.  Use PA snow foam lance and Meguiars hyper wash.  Get most of my stuff online from Waxamomo or Clean Your Car.

Firstly great work Lass... :cool:

Secondly pressure washers - I got my Karcher direct which was recondition which I've had for about 1.5yrs now with no probs, it also came with a 2yr warranty and only cost me £47 delivered... :cool:

Snow foam lance - personally I wud get a proper one as Neil says Waxamomo does the one you will need to produce the same foam affect that Booth has in her pics...

And lastly mines getting the same treatment tomoz :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 02 April 2013, 23:59
I've had the same karscher for the last 8 years, it's had various parts replaced but still going, however when it does give up i'll be getting a Nilfisk, they get excellent reviews on detailing world, are cheap enough and have soft hoses unlike my karscher which has quite a hard hose that annoys the crap out of me! :angry:

Lovely looking car Booth! :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 03 April 2013, 07:41
I have got a karcher same place mr gtd got his from bargain however I normally use bucket and sponge but looking at booth 11 pics I think I'm going to invest in some of this gear you guys have got :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 03 April 2013, 07:55
I have got a karcher same place mr gtd got his from bargain however I normally use bucket and sponge but looking at booth 11 pics I think I'm going to invest in some of this gear you guys have got :cool:

Get yourself a decent wool wash mit and a jet wash mate, they'll make all the difference to the finish, i'd suggest anyone thats got issues with their paint to spend a bit of time in the detailing section of the forum and have a read of some of the stickies, very helpful. :cool:

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?board=56.0

 :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 03 April 2013, 10:58
I have got a karcher same place mr gtd got his from bargain however I normally use bucket and sponge but looking at booth 11 pics I think I'm going to invest in some of this gear you guys have got :cool:

Get yourself a decent wool wash mit and a jet wash mate, they'll make all the difference to the finish, i'd suggest anyone thats got issues with their paint to spend a bit of time in the detailing section of the forum and have a read of some of the stickies, very helpful. :cool:

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?board=56.0

 :wink:
cheers jimble for the advice  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adrena1in on 03 April 2013, 16:51
 :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 03 April 2013, 17:56
I have got a karcher same place mr gtd got his from bargain however I normally use bucket and sponge but looking at booth 11 pics I think I'm going to invest in some of this gear you guys have got :cool:

"SPONGE" please don't ever utter this word when used in conjunction with car cleaning ever again  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 03 April 2013, 18:05
I have got a karcher same place mr gtd got his from bargain however I normally use bucket and sponge but looking at booth 11 pics I think I'm going to invest in some of this gear you guys have got :cool:

"SPONGE" please don't ever utter this word when used in conjunction with car cleaning ever again  :cry:
point taken i consider myself well and truly b-------d  :sad: there only for washing your back :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 03 April 2013, 18:31
I have got a karcher same place mr gtd got his from bargain however I normally use bucket and sponge but looking at booth 11 pics I think I'm going to invest in some of this gear you guys have got :cool:

Get yourself a decent wool wash mit and a jet wash mate, they'll make all the difference to the finish, i'd suggest anyone thats got issues with their paint to spend a bit of time in the detailing section of the forum and have a read of some of the stickies, very helpful. :cool:

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?board=56.0

 :wink:
cheers jimble for the advice  :cool:

Yes, the majority of us 6s live in there...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 03 April 2013, 19:26
I have got a karcher same place mr gtd got his from bargain however I normally use bucket and sponge but looking at booth 11 pics I think I'm going to invest in some of this gear you guys have got :cool:

"SPONGE" please don't ever utter this word when used in conjunction with car cleaning ever again  :cry:
point taken i consider myself well and truly b-------d  :sad: there only for washing your back :laugh:

Haha, was wondering when someone was going to chastise him for the using the S word  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 03 April 2013, 19:31
I have got a karcher same place mr gtd got his from bargain however I normally use bucket and sponge but looking at booth 11 pics I think I'm going to invest in some of this gear you guys have got :cool:

"SPONGE" please don't ever utter this word when used in conjunction with car cleaning ever again  :cry:
point taken i consider myself well and truly b-------d  :sad: there only for washing your back :laugh:

Haha, was wondering when someone was going to chastise him for the using the S word  :grin:
  :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GolfTi on 03 April 2013, 22:12
Traded it in for a mk 7 GTI.

57% of its original cost price, not bad after nearly 4 years.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 03 April 2013, 22:16
Traded it in for a mk 7 GTI.

57% of its original cost price, not bad after nearly 4 years.
thats a good trade :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 04 April 2013, 11:40
Did they throw in a free sponge?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jonesltd on 04 April 2013, 17:50
Tried to replace all lights with LED but managed to blow a fuse when installing the glove box LED...

Installed pioneer sph-da100 too
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 05 April 2013, 22:15
Did they throw in a free sponge?
: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 05 April 2013, 22:51
Sad note so apologise..but

Driven it to another funeral today :cry:, after Mrs GTD grandads recent one...and this one coincides with my post in Steve's(Steve30) recent thread...

Lets just say, this ain't a good one not that any funeral is but some people get a full life and others really don't... :cry: :cry:

Now someone say something to lighten the mood... :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 April 2013, 23:00
Can't lighten the mood but very sorry to hear your news..........sad times for you and your wife  :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 05 April 2013, 23:30
Sad note so apologise..but

Driven it another funeral today :cry:, after Mrs GTD grandads recent one...and this one coincides with my post in Steve's(Steve30) recent thread...

Lets just say, this ain't a good one not that any funeral is but some people get a full life and others really don't... :cry: :cry:

Now someone say something to lighten the mood... :laugh:
sad to start happy to finish one of my golfing buddies came upto me at the driving range and mentioned he had been getting back pain he new I suffered with the occasional twinge I said go get it checked out we had a chat he hit my driver how I wish I could hit it then next time I heard anything was by phone from another mate telling me that my mate i had been chatting to at the driving range had terminal cancer it had spread to the bone I never saw him again until I went to his funeral when his hearse went past I had a quite tear wishing I had pushed him more to get checked out :-( happy finish changed my babies nappy for the first time today got poo on my hand so unlike my golf I think with practise I will get pro at changing nappies  :smiley:god bless you lee D
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 06 April 2013, 06:42
GTD, sorry to hear your news mate. It always makes me proud of how much support people offer to complete strangers on here, kinda refreshes ya faith in humanity.

On a lighter note, can you and start a 'ban the word sponge' thread!?!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 06 April 2013, 08:19
GTD, sorry to hear your news mate. It always makes me proud of how much support people offer to complete strangers on here, kinda refreshes ya faith in humanity.

On a lighter note, can you and start a 'ban the word sponge' thread!?!
why!!! :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 06 April 2013, 10:14
GTD, sorry to hear your news mate. It always makes me proud of how much support people offer to complete strangers on here, kinda refreshes ya faith in humanity.

On a lighter note, can you and start a 'ban the word sponge' thread!?!

Indeed it does mate....not sure we can to your last bit tho! :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 06 April 2013, 15:48
GTD, sorry to hear your news mate. It always makes me proud of how much support people offer to complete strangers on here, kinda refreshes ya faith in humanity.

On a lighter note, can you and start a 'ban the word sponge' thread!?!

Indeed it does mate....not sure we can to your last bit tho! :laugh:
very sad mr gtd 15 no age lee was 33 when he passed no age to go  :cry:I hope I can post some happier comments tommorow on here and I wish I could start the sponge thread off but I'm stuck for ideas  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 06 April 2013, 22:47
Good mood, GTD passed its MOT today, no problems at all 52,489 miles. :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 06 April 2013, 23:24
Good mood, GTD passed its MOT today, no problems at all 52,489 miles. :smiley:

 :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 06 April 2013, 23:41
Always a good day when they pass there mot :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 06 April 2013, 23:46
I wonder how many cars fail their first MOT? ???
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 06 April 2013, 23:52
I wonder how many cars fail their first MOT? ???

 1 in 5 apparently....
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 07 April 2013, 00:04
I wonder how many cars fail their first MOT? ???

 1 in 5 apparently....


Crikey! :o  More than i imagined!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 07 April 2013, 09:07
Lucky then mine fell into that 4/5 bracket. Phew. I think its due a polish today, now I just need the motivation.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 07 April 2013, 09:40
I wonder how many cars fail their first MOT? ???

Mine nearly did.........was close on emissions with 100cel cat on 3"downpipe. Tester did emissions testing last once exhaust had cooled down.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Robocop on 07 April 2013, 12:20
Took all the alloy wheels off, cleaned them up and then sealed them using Poorboys Wheel Sealant.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hartside on 07 April 2013, 16:50
Sealed Monza's with Poorboys and then swapped them onto the car. Winters now cleaned and stacked until October
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 07 April 2013, 17:33
i like others have been a bit preoccupied with an ill father in law and plenty of 250 mile round trips to Kent so thoughts go out to those with family issues and congrats on the new arrival, I am glad its now March

the mk5 and mk6 have been getting an absolute caning over the last month so have been treated to some talc this weekend so, wheels are now growing on me lol:

(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/IMG_3576_zpsa87e2a3f.jpg)

(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/IMG_3577_zps51a47dbb.jpg)

(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/IMG_3581_zpsd60f588c.jpg)

(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/IMG_3583_zps719fe3c9.jpg)

also stuck on the Edition 35 to the engine cover with much thanks to Phil aka Murrayedition35

(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/IMG_3587_zps257a694c.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 07 April 2013, 18:57
Car looks sick Wigit! Think that's my ideal colour and wheel combination. Very jealous!

What size are the rims and is your car lowered?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 07 April 2013, 19:10
Car looks sick Wigit! Think that's my ideal colour and wheel combination. Very jealous!

What size are the rims and is your car lowered?

Thanks for the compliment, they are 18x8, car is lowered and will get tweaked when brakes go on
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 07 April 2013, 19:17
Very nice wigit can't use the word sick though I must be in a different generation :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 07 April 2013, 20:15
Looks great mate!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 07 April 2013, 20:33
Very very nice indeed  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 07 April 2013, 21:15
It got a wash and polish

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8395/8628216083_cec6de883f_b.jpg)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8243/8629322266_1a16fb3c82_b.jpg)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8244/8628296299_3d21a7972d_b.jpg)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8523/8628200435_5ddf72df5a_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 07 April 2013, 22:44
Nice jeans and shoes  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 08 April 2013, 17:56
Nice jeans and shoes  :cool:

Why thank you.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 April 2013, 18:36
Nice photos, I particularly like the last one - those are some shiny tailpipes   :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 08 April 2013, 20:15
Autoglym Metal Polish then coated with Autoglym Super Resin Polish. You wouldn't believe its three years and 52K miles old until you look at the bonnet its covered in stone chips. Makes me  :cry: But it looks good now.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 08 April 2013, 21:09
If mine looks as good as that when I've washed it I will be well chuffed (when my mitt turns up) it hasn't even got 300 miles on it yet :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 09 April 2013, 08:05
Pity about the polish residue on the bumper insert above the tail pipes  :grin:

It looks really well. You can't beat a nice shiny red car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MBCGTI on 09 April 2013, 10:48
Fitted this getting ready for a remap in a month or two, got to say it was very easy to fit, cant beleive the size of the old airbox and the weight as well.

Has anyone else fitted something similar?  Im now wondering whether to just get something to cover the gap as it looks all horrible, apologies for not cleaning it all up, gotta head to work.

(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b15/mikeyb90/photo_zps001dc19a.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 09 April 2013, 13:22
i like others have been a bit preoccupied with an ill father in law and plenty of 250 mile round trips to Kent so thoughts go out to those with family issues and congrats on the new arrival, I am glad its now March

the mk5 and mk6 have been getting an absolute caning over the last month so have been treated to some talc this weekend so, wheels are now growing on me lol:

(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/IMG_3576_zpsa87e2a3f.jpg)

(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/IMG_3577_zps51a47dbb.jpg)

(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/IMG_3581_zpsd60f588c.jpg)

(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/IMG_3583_zps719fe3c9.jpg)

also stuck on the Edition 35 to the engine cover with much thanks to Phil aka Murrayedition35

(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/IMG_3587_zps257a694c.jpg)

Sweet ride  :cool: Andy, liking the engine work and yes Phil is a top fella...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 09 April 2013, 13:28
@ ajmoir36 - loving your work  :cool:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 09 April 2013, 20:30
Pity about the polish residue on the bumper insert above the tail pipes  :grin:

It looks really well. You can't beat a nice shiny red car.

That's actually the sky and a hedge row the shine is that good. I went to check after seeing it aswell.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8244/8635789736_bb6807f2f9_h.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 09 April 2013, 20:32
@ ajmoir36 - loving your work  :cool:

Thanks
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 09 April 2013, 20:36
Pity about the polish residue on the bumper insert above the tail pipes  ;D

It looks really well. You can't beat a nice shiny red car.

That's actually the sky and a hedge row the shine is that good. I went to check after seeing it aswell.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8244/8635789736_bb6807f2f9_h.jpg)


Think he means on the black diffuser mate?


Looking good though. 8)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 09 April 2013, 20:44
Pity about the polish residue on the bumper insert above the tail pipes  ;D

It looks really well. You can't beat a nice shiny red car.

That's actually the sky and a hedge row the shine is that good. I went to check after seeing it aswell.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8244/8635789736_bb6807f2f9_h.jpg)


Think he means on the black diffuser mate?


Looking good though. 8)

Hands up! Well spotted.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 09 April 2013, 20:49
Pity about the polish residue on the bumper insert above the tail pipes  ;D

It looks really well. You can't beat a nice shiny red car.

That's actually the sky and a hedge row the shine is that good. I went to check after seeing it aswell.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8244/8635789736_bb6807f2f9_h.jpg)


Think he means on the black diffuser mate?


Looking good though. 8)

Hands up! Well spotted.
i need to get my eyes tested I couldn't see anything and I looked for ages taught he's taking the pish :nerd:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 09 April 2013, 21:09
this polish (I need some of that detailer blue tape).

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8261/8635891784_4969b1f42e_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 09 April 2013, 21:25
Didn't notice that first time around either, but then I was blinded by the shiny tailpipes  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 09 April 2013, 21:31
Fitted this getting ready for a remap in a month or two, got to say it was very easy to fit, cant beleive the size of the old airbox and the weight as well.

Has anyone else fitted something similar?  Im now wondering whether to just get something to cover the gap as it looks all horrible, apologies for not cleaning it all up, gotta head to work.

(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b15/mikeyb90/photo_zps001dc19a.jpg)

Yup got the same intake, doesn't bother me in the slightest the gap left, but then I'm not planning on going to shows to compare who has the most spare time to clean their engine bay  :huh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 09 April 2013, 23:08
appreciate the positive comments on here

i've been using the 35 for my 100 mile commute this week and getting familiar with the petrol station whilst i keep the miles off my 500TA which is up for sale, i have been getting home quicker lol
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 10 April 2013, 18:36
Washed (again) and waxed.  Lots of TLC recently as on leave.  Took ages to remove those annoying bits of lint (from MF cloths) that get lodged around the window seals.......grrr  :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 10 April 2013, 18:59
Snow foam will sort that out
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 10 April 2013, 19:30
Snow foam will sort that out

Thanks :smiley:
Did snow foam it but I find lint gets transferred on when using the drying towels, though I try to avoid it!  Managed to get most of it out using combination of tacky side of masking tape and child's toothbrush.  Also find that running one of those instant shoe shine sponges (black) over the edge of the seal helps, at the very least it disguises it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 11 April 2013, 13:50
Detailed under the bonnet just in case we pop down to the pod this Sunday.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 11 April 2013, 20:08
After a recent trip to Germany, thought I'd give her a treat
Not the Best weather on this trip
(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/6B5C0021-E4D8-40E9-924C-B890985C812F-2876-0000048249F04B1B_zps1c38e583.jpg)

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/2127722E-850D-4B69-959C-7B1A576013A1-2876-000004A04F724580_zps89ff3c43.jpg)

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/551652F6-300C-4EFC-9EA0-F524C2870E98-2876-000004A0529B8F2D_zpsd0fb3787.jpg)

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/081682A7-986A-46F2-9F2B-D84C97A2612B-2876-000004A0558B600B_zpse38b1be4.jpg)

And a treat for the Mrs Up

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/487957D9-38AC-485A-9E0B-1E674E1B8904-2876-000004A0490465F5_zps0ae63c18.jpg)

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/8A8E621D-330B-49B9-B99D-FBA32A587684-2876-000004A045D8A547_zps2d96e3e0.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 11 April 2013, 20:57
 :cool: great pics...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Murrayedition35 on 11 April 2013, 21:15
Just washed the ED35 and the Audi A1 after a couple of days offshore....me not the motors... :grin:

The Audi has had it's last wash from me as it's getting traded in tomorrow night for a new A3 5 door racing red... :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 11 April 2013, 21:43
Neil gti - it really is a beautiful car and the Up looks great too, a handsome couple they make :cool:

Just washed the ED35 and the Audi A1 after a couple of days offshore....me not the motors... :grin:

The Audi has had it's last wash from me as it's getting traded in tomorrow night for a new A3 5 door racing red... :grin:

Don't forget to show us some pics of the A3  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 11 April 2013, 22:23
Took my baby daughter for her first ride in the gti :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 11 April 2013, 22:27
Took my baby daughter for her first ride in the gti :cool:

Never too early for your first gti  :laugh:

Hope all is going well with your baby girl and you are enjoying fatherhood  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 11 April 2013, 22:32
Took my baby daughter for her first ride in the gti :cool:

Never too early for your first gti  :laugh:

Hope all is going well with your baby girl and you are enjoying fatherhood  :smiley:
enjoying every minute thankyou booth11  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 11 April 2013, 22:48
Took my baby daughter for her first ride in the gti :cool:

Never too early for your first gti  :laugh:

Hope all is going well with your baby girl and you are enjoying fatherhood  :smiley:
enjoying every minute thankyou booth11  :smiley:

Make the most of the early 'can't talk' years - before you know it she'll be 6 going on 16 like my little girl and silence will be a treasured memory (girls never, never shut up........and I should know)  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 11 April 2013, 22:56
Took my baby daughter for her first ride in the gti :cool:

Never too early for your first gti  :laugh:

Hope all is going well with your baby girl and you are enjoying fatherhood  :smiley:
enjoying every minute thankyou booth11  :smiley:

Make the most of the early 'can't talk' years - before you know it she'll be 6 going on 16 like my little girl and silence will be a treasured memory (girls never, never shut up........and I should know)  :laugh:
  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 12 April 2013, 19:27
^^boys aren't much better either. My two either talk incessantly or make noise!!

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 12 April 2013, 19:53
^^boys aren't much better either. My two either talk incessantly or make noise!!
looks like I'm gunna need ear defenders :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 12 April 2013, 21:57
^^boys aren't much better either. My two either talk incessantly or make noise!!
looks like I'm gunna need ear defenders :grin:

My little girl calls my car "the posh car" and thinks my favourite colours are white & blue...she is correct on the latter tho..
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 12 April 2013, 22:13
^^boys aren't much better either. My two either talk incessantly or make noise!!
looks like I'm gunna need ear defenders :grin:

My little girl calls my car "the posh car" and thinks my favourite colours are white & blue...she is correct on the latter tho..

.....and on the former  :smiley:

Amazing what effect a good wax can have.  Whilst running errands today, three total strangers have come up to me and complimented the car.  Makes the effort worth it!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 12 April 2013, 22:23
^^boys aren't much better either. My two either talk incessantly or make noise!!
looks like I'm gunna need ear defenders :grin:

My little girl calls my car "the posh car" and thinks my favourite colours are white & blue...she is correct on the latter tho..

.....and on the former  :smiley:

Amazing what effect a good wax can have.  Whilst running errands today, three total strangers have come up to me and complimented the car.  Makes the effort worth it!
good work booth11 my snow foam and lance turned up today so I can get rid I'm gunna say it sponge marks and hopefully I will get a compliment or two  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 12 April 2013, 22:36
^^boys aren't much better either. My two either talk incessantly or make noise!!
looks like I'm gunna need ear defenders :grin:

My little girl calls my car "the posh car" and thinks my favourite colours are white & blue...she is correct on the latter tho..

.....and on the former  :smiley:

Amazing what effect a good wax can have.  Whilst running errands today, three total strangers have come up to me and complimented the car.  Makes the effort worth it!
good work booth11 my snow foam and lance turned up today so I can get rid I'm gunna say it sponge marks and hopefully I will get a compliment or two  :laugh:

Don't do what I did the first time I ever snow foamed it - left front door ajar........... porch has never been cleaner  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 12 April 2013, 22:48
^^boys aren't much better either. My two either talk incessantly or make noise!!
looks like I'm gunna need ear defenders :grin:

My little girl calls my car "the posh car" and thinks my favourite colours are white & blue...she is correct on the latter tho..

.....and on the former  :smiley:

Amazing what effect a good wax can have.  Whilst running errands today, three total strangers have come up to me and complimented the car.  Makes the effort worth it!

Talking of total strangers - I went shopping the other day "you know as you do" and when I came back to the car a Black 6 TDI was parked next to me with the owner looking around my car and taking pics, he asked what model it was and asked what power it's kicking out...I naturally applied to the questions and he said "WOW I came but dream"

Just thort it was a lovely sentiment and just goes to show that you shud "appreciate what you've got" as others are less unfortunate...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 12 April 2013, 23:12
Does put a smile on your face and make the effort worthwhile when you get a compliment

Been using mine for work and transpires one of of the guys in our department is a proper VW nut for last 20 years and said it had made him want to get back into the scene, he also got the irony of TSWs  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 13 April 2013, 07:34
Just thort it was a lovely sentiment and just goes to show that you shud "appreciate what you've got" as others are less unfortunate...

You are very 'unfortunate' having to manage with the diesel version of the GTi  :smug:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 13 April 2013, 08:54
Just thort it was a lovely sentiment and just goes to show that you shud "appreciate what you've got" as others are less unfortunate...

You are very 'unfortunate' having to manage with the diesel version of the GTi  :smug:

 :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jules Winfield on 13 April 2013, 17:50
Went to the garage this morning to get my winter wheels/tyres (VW Aspen alloys + Continental TS 830s) taken off and my summer (Seattle Shadows) set put on.  It (60 plate GTD) looks so much nicer with the proper alloys on.  Whilst I was watching the swap take place, another customer sidled up to me and asked me what I thought of my car and whether I was happy with it, also remarking how much he liked it.  It is impossible to express adequately just how much I like my car, but I managed to tell him that it was great and I was very happy with it.  He then volunteered that he was thinking of buying one.  "The new one?" I asked.  He replied, that, he was thinking about the Mark 6, as he preferred the shape.  He then talked to another customer about how I'd have to clean my wheels once I got home as if I wasn't there and in due course, the pair of them got bored looking at my car and wandered outside where they continued talking (hopefully not about me/my car).

After paying £20 for the swap (I gave them a tip as I was feeling generous) I returned home, where I gave my winter wheels a thorough cleaning with plenty of Bilberry.  They were pretty dirty, but came up a treat.  I then washed the car (absolutely filthy all over) with Optimum No Rinse only for it to start raining.  Due to the rain, I had to put the winter set back in the shed without putting any sealant on - that'll have to wait until any sunny weather that decides to come along.

Usually I get the winter set taken off in the middle of March.  Not this year.  Stupid lousy weather.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 13 April 2013, 18:31
Went to the garage this morning to get my winter wheels/tyres (VW Aspen alloys + Continental TS 830s) taken off and my summer (Seattle Shadows) set put on.  It (60 plate GTD) looks so much nicer with the proper alloys on.  Whilst I was watching the swap take place, another customer sidled up to me and asked me what I thought of my car and whether I was happy with it, also remarking how much he liked it.  It is impossible to express adequately just how much I like my car, but I managed to tell him that it was great and I was very happy with it.  He then volunteered that he was thinking of buying one.  "The new one?" I asked.  He replied, that, he was thinking about the Mark 6, as he preferred the shape.  He then talked to another customer about how I'd have to clean my wheels once I got home as if I wasn't there and in due course, the pair of them got bored looking at my car and wandered outside where they continued talking (hopefully not about me/my car).

After paying £20 for the swap (I gave them a tip as I was feeling generous) I returned home, where I gave my winter wheels a thorough cleaning with plenty of Bilberry.  They were pretty dirty, but came up a treat.  I then washed the car (absolutely filthy all over) with Optimum No Rinse only for it to start raining.  Due to the rain, I had to put the winter set back in the shed without putting any sealant on - that'll have to wait until any sunny weather that decides to come along.

Usually I get the winter set taken off in the middle of March.  Not this year.  Stupid lousy weather.
always good to get the summer shoes back on  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 April 2013, 21:06
Nothing to the car, but bought one of those emergency car hammers today, following a recent scary incident.

My partner locked me and my daughter in the car, inadvertently.........although. :whistle:
He was looking at a work job, and we decided to wait in car, he jumped out taking keys with him and locked it with key (just out of habit).  Thinking he would be back in a few minutes, I was not overly concerned.  Then quite quickly it started to get very stuffy and hot.  I tried to unlock car from inside but it was deadlocked, alarm triggered and I was sure he would hear it, but no.  After calling his mobile he finally answered after about 15 mins and hotfooted it back to 'rescue' us.  Turned out ok but it did spook me and if car heats up that quick in winter, summer doesn't bear thinking about  :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 13 April 2013, 21:46
In future, if he locks you in the car, press the button on the B pillar to disarm the alarm and make sure he presses the lock button twice, this will disarm the deadlock but still lock the car, but keep your hammer handy just incase he has a brain fart!! ;)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 April 2013, 21:49
Thanks Jimble

I did press the button in the B pillar eventually but wanted alarm to carry on for a bit in the hope (wasted) that he would hear it!!

.....I've only just trained him to press it once to properly deadlock it!  Obviously too good a teacher  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 14 April 2013, 12:14
What have you done to your Mk6 today then?

Given her a rest.

The poor thing has been up and down mid and West Cornwall all week in all weathers and is grubby and smells of pasties!

Still, she had a great time on those sweeping country roads and I had a great time eating pasties!  :drool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 14 April 2013, 13:01
Mine has not moved for over 6 weeks now. Hope it starts when I get home
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 14 April 2013, 15:02
Mine has not moved for over 6 weeks now. Hope it starts when I get home
It should do mine sat for 3 months and started ok.

Just went and filled mine with petrol ready for another 2 weeks commute.
Been using mine everyday for the past 2 weeks it looking very dirty  :embarrassed:
I often think I should have bought a silver one as dark colours just look dirty after 5 minutes use.  :embarrassed:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 14 April 2013, 16:04
Cleaned it (with a wooly mitt; not the taboo 's' word  :grin:), drove it to pick up a mate from the railway station and saw 20 degrees outside temperature displayed on the MFD; first time this year I've seen it that high!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: phil1975 on 14 April 2013, 16:45
Bloody good clean at last, used my lambs wool mitt (no sponges here either  :grin:) and my excellent drying towel from i4 detailing. Iron x and tardis, clayed all over and just a quick polish no time for sealant or wax this week.


(http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z331/phil1975/3dfb9b24-64d9-434b-9e0f-fed1dd49b218_zpsc0671079.jpg)[/URL (http://s1184.photobucket.com/user/phil1975/media/3dfb9b24-64d9-434b-9e0f-fed1dd49b218_zpsc0671079.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: phil1975 on 14 April 2013, 16:55
What have you done to your Mk6 today then?



The poor thing has been up and down mid and West Cornwall all week in all weathers and is grubby ***and smells of pasties!***




Now thats a air freshener I would buy!!  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 15 April 2013, 21:33
Got my first 61.3mpg for this year, on my 28 mile to work commute, thanks 11 degrees Celsius you helped. Few more degrees and I will be able to get it higher.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 16 April 2013, 19:26
Drive it for the first time in ages. To b&q and back... Was nice to drive after the Hyundai i30 hire car I was in for 300 miles yesterday!

Taking the Gti on a proper drive tomorrow if its decent weather
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 17 April 2013, 08:46
12.3038@109 mph with a 1.7741@60' launch at Santa Pod on Sunday.

Not too bad considering the 30mph headwind blowing all day! :angry:


Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 17 April 2013, 13:47
12.3038@109 mph with a 1.7741@60' launch at Santa Pod on Sunday.

Not too bad considering the 30mph headwind blowing all day! :angry:


pretty good going considering the weather conditions and the (to quote another member) "racing driver excuses" listed in your other thread  :laugh:

good stuff  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mr GTD on 17 April 2013, 17:05
Great work John... :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 17 April 2013, 20:21
62.9 mpg - peaked at 63.1mpg.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/techie_ali/8658947230/in/photostream

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8118/8657875971_3ef76356d2_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 17 April 2013, 20:56
Great mpg.  I've only twice managed to get 30mpg on my gti! 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 17 April 2013, 21:02
Great mpg.  I've only twice managed to get 30mpg on my gti!


WHAT?? :o  Is that on memory 1 or 2 on the computer?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 17 April 2013, 21:08
Great mpg.  I've only twice managed to get 30mpg on my gti!


WHAT?? :o  Is that on memory 1 or 2 on the computer?

On my mfd it's the 'since start' screen which is for individual trips.  Actually the max I've achieved is 32 once, but I don't do much distance driving, only occasionally.  My 'long term' screen average mpg is 27mpg
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mike. on 17 April 2013, 21:16
I managed this going to work but it was pretty boring.

(http://www.thewindinglane.co.uk/images/mk6gti/misc/mpg.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 17 April 2013, 21:33
I managed this going to work but it was pretty boring.

(http://www.thewindinglane.co.uk/images/mk6gti/misc/mpg.jpg)

On a petrol GTI I would be impressed, but it must have fell off the cliff.

I suppose from my perspective on my 27 mile trip I am only 2mpg off the maximum Extra Urban for the GTD. I am sure I can get more.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 17 April 2013, 21:38
Great mpg.  I've only twice managed to get 30mpg on my gti!

Who needs a bluemotion, and you can still have the 45mpg fun too.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 18 April 2013, 06:15
Great MPG' but now ya need to clean ya dials  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 18 April 2013, 08:01
I filled my car up the other day, reset the trip and drove home as economically as I could, following the lorries for just over 7 miles and averaged 94.6mpg  :laugh:

Needless to say, the next time I started to drive, that average plummeted, but now, 300 miles on and the average since filling up is 62.1mpg.  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adrena1in on 18 April 2013, 16:07
Parked it in the middle of the drive with the intention of snow-foaming it for the first time, only to be scuppered by a sudden onslaught of very high winds.   :huh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 18 April 2013, 19:39
Parked it in the middle of the drive with the intention of snow-foaming it for the first time, only to be scuppered by a sudden onslaught of very high winds.   :huh:
ye I've wanted to do mine as well hopefully wind dies down for the weekend  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adrena1in on 18 April 2013, 19:55
Parked it in the middle of the drive with the intention of snow-foaming it for the first time, only to be scuppered by a sudden onslaught of very high winds.   :huh:
ye I've wanted to do mine as well hopefully wind dies down for the weekend  :wink:
The wind'll die down...and it'll p*** down with rain I expect!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 18 April 2013, 20:58
.
Great MPG' but now ya need to clean ya dials  :grin:

Haha, yeah I know that's what a three year beast collects in its dash pods.

I filled my car up the other day, reset the trip and drove home as economically as I could, following the lorries for just over 7 miles and averaged 94.6mpg  :laugh:

Needless to say, the next time I started to drive, that average plummeted, but now, 300 miles on and the average since filling up is 62.1mpg.  :smiley:

Nice, its actually reasonably easy if you try hard and traffic is not too bad.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 19 April 2013, 21:25
Parked it in the middle of the drive with the intention of snow-foaming it for the first time, only to be scuppered by a sudden onslaught of very high winds.   :huh:
ye I've wanted to do mine as well hopefully wind dies down for the weekend  :wink:

Need to see photographic evidence of you with wash mitt and snow foam lance in hand..........or we won't believe it ever happened  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 19 April 2013, 21:33
Parked it in the middle of the drive with the intention of snow-foaming it for the first time, only to be scuppered by a sudden onslaught of very high winds.   :huh:
ye I've wanted to do mine as well hopefully wind dies down for the weekend  :wink:

Need to see photographic evidence of you with wash mitt and snow foam lance in hand..........or we won't believe it ever happened  :laugh:
[/quote photographic evidence to follow booth11 I think your really a copper always wanting evidence   :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 19 April 2013, 22:19
Gave it a clean and turned the boost up to 9 for a midlands hoon on Sunday
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: candywhite12 on 20 April 2013, 10:21
Woken up in terror as I was dreaming that the gti was missing one of its tires  :laugh: Went out to check; everything in place.  F***ing weird!!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 20 April 2013, 13:00
Washed, waxed and ready to take the good lady wife shopping in the sunshine  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ess_Three on 20 April 2013, 13:14
Reversed it out of the garage, washed it, took photos of it next to it's older brother (my new addition to the 'fleet') and put it back in the garage again.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 20 April 2013, 14:32
I filled my car up the other day, reset the trip and drove home as economically as I could, following the lorries for just over 7 miles and averaged 94.6mpg  :laugh:

Needless to say, the next time I started to drive, that average plummeted, but now, 300 miles on and the average since filling up is 62.1mpg.  :smiley:

I'm lucky to get over 17mpg around town and 25mpg on the motorway! :sad:

If I coax it I can eek out a 30 on the motorway, but that would be at 60mph and would annoy me to drive sooooooo slowly! :laugh: lifetime average is 18.2!! :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 20 April 2013, 18:10
Reversed it out of the garage, washed it, took photos of it next to it's older brother (my new addition to the 'fleet') and put it back in the garage again.

Pics  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 April 2013, 19:17
Woken up in terror as I was dreaming that the gti was missing one of its tires  :laugh: Went out to check; everything in place.  F***ing weird!!!

Talking of dreams - couple of nights ago I dreamt that all the seats in the car had changed into something resembling aeroplane seats.  Clearly spending too much time thinking about cars and holidays  :wink:


Need to see photographic evidence of you with wash mitt and snow foam lance in hand..........or we won't believe it ever happened  :laugh:
[/quote photographic evidence to follow booth11 I think your really a copper always wanting evidence   :wink:

Ha, no fear mate.......not a copper   :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ess_Three on 20 April 2013, 19:28
Reversed it out of the garage, washed it, took photos of it next to it's older brother (my new addition to the 'fleet') and put it back in the garage again.

Pics  :wink:

Here you go:

(http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z72/Ess_Three/Golf%20GT%20Mk5/P1000266a_zpse6226e39.jpg) (http://s188.photobucket.com/user/Ess_Three/media/Golf%20GT%20Mk5/P1000266a_zpse6226e39.jpg.html)

(http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z72/Ess_Three/Golf%20GT%20Mk5/P1000256a_zpsa90f1e51.jpg) (http://s188.photobucket.com/user/Ess_Three/media/Golf%20GT%20Mk5/P1000256a_zpsa90f1e51.jpg.html)

My GTI with my more sedate daily smoker: Mk5 GT TDI170 DSG
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 20 April 2013, 20:42
Woken up in terror as I was dreaming that the gti was missing one of its tires  :laugh: Went out to check; everything in place.  F***ing weird!!!

Talking of dreams - couple of nights ago I dreamt that all the seats in the car had changed into something resembling aeroplane seats.  Clearly spending too much time thinking about cars and holidays  :wink:


Need to see photographic evidence of you with wash mitt and snow foam lance in hand..........or we won't believe it ever happened  :laugh:
[/quote photographic evidence to follow booth11 I think your really a copper always wanting evidence   :wink:

Ha, no fear mate.......not a copper   :wink:
well it's been snow foamed pics to follow !!!!  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 20 April 2013, 21:22
B9 selected for playtime with a few Sciroccos tomorrow
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Murrayedition35 on 20 April 2013, 21:59
Took the ED35 to an Audi garage...yes an Audi garage.. :embarrassed:

I had a test drive of an Audi TT RS Plus in blue...They gave me a really good trade price against it...O dear what do I do... :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Cliff_944 on 21 April 2013, 16:58
Summer came.  Had a BBQ and washed and polished both cars..

(http://i1054.photobucket.com/albums/s496/Cliff_944/preview_image_0_13388382x_zps3b625d6e.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 21 April 2013, 17:37
Snow foamed the car.

(http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a559/charlton70/03b9dd7b-cdcf-4ca8-ae6f-6ac9ad3e157d_zpsb81f8542.jpg) (http://s1283.photobucket.com/user/charlton70/media/03b9dd7b-cdcf-4ca8-ae6f-6ac9ad3e157d_zpsb81f8542.jpg.html)(http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a559/charlton70/fcf15ce7-ee4c-4109-bc7e-29c9a95c58dd_zps4cfd3326.jpg) (http://s1283.photobucket.com/user/charlton70/media/fcf15ce7-ee4c-4109-bc7e-29c9a95c58dd_zps4cfd3326.jpg.html)(http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a559/charlton70/cf560658-30d3-46b8-a163-f28fb20e8683_zps15fe922e.jpg) (http://s1283.photobucket.com/user/charlton70/media/cf560658-30d3-46b8-a163-f28fb20e8683_zps15fe922e.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 21 April 2013, 17:47
Snow foamed the car.

(http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a559/charlton70/03b9dd7b-cdcf-4ca8-ae6f-6ac9ad3e157d_zpsb81f8542.jpg) (http://s1283.photobucket.com/user/charlton70/media/03b9dd7b-cdcf-4ca8-ae6f-6ac9ad3e157d_zpsb81f8542.jpg.html)(http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a559/charlton70/fcf15ce7-ee4c-4109-bc7e-29c9a95c58dd_zps4cfd3326.jpg) (http://s1283.photobucket.com/user/charlton70/media/fcf15ce7-ee4c-4109-bc7e-29c9a95c58dd_zps4cfd3326.jpg.html)(http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a559/charlton70/cf560658-30d3-46b8-a163-f28fb20e8683_zps15fe922e.jpg) (http://s1283.photobucket.com/user/charlton70/media/cf560658-30d3-46b8-a163-f28fb20e8683_zps15fe922e.jpg.html)
kept the pics small so I don't get any criticism of my handy cleaning skills :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 April 2013, 22:24
Let me get the magnifying glass, how small are those pics  :laugh:

How did you find the snow foam?  It can take a bit of messing to get the consistency right but think it does make cleaning easier and less to get off with the sponge mitt.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mark@vorny.co.uk on 21 April 2013, 22:26
Snow foamed and the usual cleaning regime.

I cleaned the chrome tailpipes using a recent ebay purchase. Put one of these, http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/400125396592?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/400125396592?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649), into an electric drill with a bit of Autosol and saved much time in getting all the black staining off  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 22 April 2013, 06:10
Good find, Mothers do a ball design one too but far more expensive.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 22 April 2013, 16:28
Let me get the magnifying glass, how small are those pics  :laugh:

How did you find the snow foam?  It can take a bit of messing to get the consistency right but think it does make cleaning easier and less to get off with the sponge mitt.
sorry about the pics my computer skills have a lot to answer for I'm loving the snow foam and the sponge I mean mitt is ace should of done it years ago I'm converted  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Murrayedition35 on 22 April 2013, 20:29
Let me get the magnifying glass, how small are those pics  :laugh:

How did you find the snow foam?  It can take a bit of messing to get the consistency right but think it does make cleaning easier and less to get off with the sponge mitt.
sorry about the pics my computer skills have a lot to answer for I'm loving the snow foam and the sponge I mean mitt is ace should of done it years ago I'm converted  :laugh:

Speak to Mr GTD he will give you the link to post your photos...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adrena1in on 22 April 2013, 21:40
I tried the snow foamon mine at the weekend... Couldn't get it right, too watery, didn't stick much, made almost no difference once I pressure washed it off. Won't give up though, and was good to give the car a good clean. Really needs a good going over with the DA polisher.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 22 April 2013, 22:44
I tried the snow foamon mine at the weekend... Couldn't get it right, too watery, didn't stick much, made almost no difference once I pressure washed it off. Won't give up though, and was good to give the car a good clean. Really needs a good going over with the DA polisher.

Can be tricky finding the right balance between the lance nozzle setting and the flow rate knob, to get shaving foam consistency,  but worth persevering.   Also recommend running some plain water through lance after use, as dried on shampoo residue can clog it up and make it a pain to use next time around.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 22 April 2013, 23:40
I tried the snow foamon mine at the weekend... Couldn't get it right, too watery, didn't stick much, made almost no difference once I pressure washed it off. Won't give up though, and was good to give the car a good clean. Really needs a good going over with the DA polisher.

I haven't got a lance myself but apparently using warm water in the mix makes a big difference.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RickS on 23 April 2013, 07:23
I tried the snow foamon mine at the weekend... Couldn't get it right, too watery, didn't stick much, made almost no difference once I pressure washed it off. Won't give up though, and was good to give the car a good clean. Really needs a good going over with the DA polisher.

Can be tricky finding the right balance between the lance nozzle setting and the flow rate knob, to get shaving foam consistency,  but worth persevering.   
Don't know what type of jet washer you have, but if it's a Karcher get one of these lances http://www.theultimatefinish.co.uk/ultimate-snow-foam/karcher-k-series-ultimate-snow-foam-lance-new-and-improved.aspx (http://www.theultimatefinish.co.uk/ultimate-snow-foam/karcher-k-series-ultimate-snow-foam-lance-new-and-improved.aspx) After going to link scroll down page a bit to see better pictures of lance. No flow rate knob to mess with, you just twist the nozzle to change the mix and you can have the spray pattern horizontal or vertical by twisting the outlet nozzle. Very easy to use and has revolutionised my approach to car cleaning.  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 23 April 2013, 16:08
200 mile of north york moors best roads. :evil:

probably the best time i've had in my GTI.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 23 April 2013, 18:06
just ordered 3 of the formula wheel trees from FK as seem to have a spair set of wheels for each car  :whistle:

(http://www.carparts-tuning.co.uk/out/pictures/1/523585.jpg)

worth noting FK are doing wheel bags for £9.85 a set plus delivery and these look identical to the VW ones without the badges  :happy2:

http://www.carparts-tuning.co.uk/en/Rims-Tires/Wheel-Stand-Tree/Reifentaschen-Set-4-teilig-14-19-Zoll-bis-Reifenbreite-245mm-schwarz-blau.html
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 23 April 2013, 18:35
I tried the snow foamon mine at the weekend... Couldn't get it right, too watery, didn't stick much, made almost no difference once I pressure washed it off. Won't give up though, and was good to give the car a good clean. Really needs a good going over with the DA polisher.

Can be tricky finding the right balance between the lance nozzle setting and the flow rate knob, to get shaving foam consistency,  but worth persevering.   
Don't know what type of jet washer you have, but if it's a Karcher get one of these lances http://www.theultimatefinish.co.uk/ultimate-snow-foam/karcher-k-series-ultimate-snow-foam-lance-new-and-improved.aspx (http://www.theultimatefinish.co.uk/ultimate-snow-foam/karcher-k-series-ultimate-snow-foam-lance-new-and-improved.aspx) After going to link scroll down page a bit to see better pictures of lance. No flow rate knob to mess with, you just twist the nozzle to change the mix and you can have the spray pattern horizontal or vertical by twisting the outlet nozzle. Very easy to use and has revolutionised my approach to car cleaning.  :laugh:

Ta for the tip RickS  :smiley:

I myself don't have any problems with snow foaming but that lance looks very good, so maybe next time I'm in the market for a new one.   Don't need any encouragement to spend on detailing stuff, spend way too much already  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 23 April 2013, 19:56
200 mile of north york moors best roads. :evil:

probably the best time i've had in my GTI.

Positive feedback about your GTi  :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 23 April 2013, 21:32
Well I sort of didn't do it, but a new windscreen is on order with Auto Glass, told me it wouldn't be a genuine VW one either and to top it off today is warranty expiry day.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8392/8675384635_590b626fa7_b.jpg)

 :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mark@vorny.co.uk on 24 April 2013, 20:28
Just a note  for you snow foamers..

I had an Autobrite lance, used it every week for a couple of years on 3 cars and it lost its ability to foam recently.

I was ready to chuck and replace, then somebody pointed me towards a link on a well known detailing forum which gave step by step servicing details. It appears the filters in them can get congealed, a soak in petrol cleared it a treat and it's back to perfect working order  :smiley:

Sorry if this is a thread hijack, I hang my head in shame ready to be flamed.... :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 24 April 2013, 21:05
i soak mine in boiling water and all the old soap clears.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 April 2013, 21:14
i soak mine in boiling water and all the old soap clears.

+ 1
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 25 April 2013, 04:28
Got a flat £185 front tyre.
Grrrrrrrrr
Grrrrrrrr
Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 25 April 2013, 14:31
Cleaned the inside of the front windscreen again,,
Its always had a fog slime type coating that keeps coming back  :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 25 April 2013, 14:45
you recently changed the cabin filter too didnt you?

our altea suffered from this but after fitting a charcoal filter it went away.





i washed mine yesterday too - its been living on the drive all week and actually been getting used :shocked: so was due a clean.

found a golf ball next to my car too so think some little sh!t has been up to no good - a small mark on the front wing polished out no problem though :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 25 April 2013, 16:22
Noticed that a dog had p1ssed on two of the wheels.

It's due a clean this weekend as it's been living outside for the last month as my garage has been full of the Mk2. I can't see me getting round to driving that, so will probably take it back to my parents house meaning I can start pampering the 6 again.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: candywhite12 on 25 April 2013, 19:55
seriously considered giving it a good clean... did not materialize in the end as it's been 30 degrees down here for a couple of days now so lost my appetite in the end :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 25 April 2013, 21:48
you recently changed the cabin filter too didnt you?

our altea suffered from this but after fitting a charcoal filter it went away.





i washed mine yesterday too - its been living on the drive all week and actually been getting used :shocked: so was due a clean.

found a golf ball next to my car too so think some little sh!t has been up to no good - a small mark on the front wing polished out no problem though :wink:
It's done this from day one. I just have to clean the screen regular as its like looking through fog when the sun hits it.

I should have washed mine mine but was lazy and went to do some sorting of my workshop instead. Mine got stone rashed on Tuesday and I have noticed a few chips on the bonnet off it.

 :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 28 April 2013, 13:07
This

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t264/dubber36/SAM_9392_zps59d32fc1.jpg) (http://s162.photobucket.com/user/dubber36/media/SAM_9392_zps59d32fc1.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: pryda on 28 April 2013, 13:11
from this...

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7054/8688887144_eabcd38de5_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84462936@N03/8688887144/)
IMG_7728 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84462936@N03/8688887144/) by Pryda_VDub (http://www.flickr.com/people/84462936@N03/), on Flickr

to this...

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7046/8688886750_d2f3239c6b_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84462936@N03/8688886750/)
IMG_7735 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84462936@N03/8688886750/) by Pryda_VDub (http://www.flickr.com/people/84462936@N03/), on Flickr

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7046/8688886264_0c6084a9e1_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84462936@N03/8688886264/)
IMG_7737 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84462936@N03/8688886264/) by Pryda_VDub (http://www.flickr.com/people/84462936@N03/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: candywhite12 on 28 April 2013, 15:04
took it for a spin, checked tire pressure, picked some pop corn, back home to watch some Serie A... Still 30 degrees here :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 28 April 2013, 15:21
Spent ages scrubbing the brake calipers as I noticed they were a bit dirty the other day when I had a puncture repaired.


What do you guys use to clean the honeycomb bits on the front. Can't get mine 100% clean using a small brush.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 28 April 2013, 18:20
Spent ages scrubbing the brake calipers as I noticed they were a bit dirty the other day when I had a puncture repaired.


What do you guys use to clean the honeycomb bits on the front. Can't get mine 100% clean using a small brush.

Small soft child's toothbrush works ok.  Have used small detailing brushes which were next to useless, but life's too short to worry about getting it 100% clean  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 28 April 2013, 19:21
Spent ages scrubbing the brake calipers as I noticed they were a bit dirty the other day when I had a puncture repaired.


What do you guys use to clean the honeycomb bits on the front. Can't get mine 100% clean using a small brush.

Finger in a microfibre.  :tongue:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 28 April 2013, 20:04
This

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t264/dubber36/SAM_9392_zps59d32fc1.jpg) (http://s162.photobucket.com/user/dubber36/media/SAM_9392_zps59d32fc1.jpg.html)

Red looks so good when cleaned up doesn't it, good job there.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jules Winfield on 28 April 2013, 20:35
Cleaned it again today, and also took out the rubber mats I use in winter and put them away.  The inside was full of stones and bits of greenery, so I gave it a good hoovering.  It looks somewhat more presentable inside now.  Optimum No Rinse worked wonders yet again on the outside.  It wouldn't have been too bad on the outside, but the rain we seem to be having recently is rather dirty - brown spots everywhere.

I seriously need to consider getting the bonnet resprayed.  It's a terrible mess.  There are a couple of chips on the front bumper as well, and one of them is showing white where the paint is missing.  Unfortunately my usual body shop is no longer in business (went into liquidation last year), so I will probably end up going to one of the VW body shops (I've used them before and they did a very good job).

I am also pondering the purchase of four Goodyear F1 Asymmetric 2 tyres to replace the hateful Potenzas I have on at the moment.  They are horribly noisy from all four corners.  Looks like it might be an expensive couple of months (but well worth it).
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 28 April 2013, 20:49
Cleaned it again today, and also took out the rubber mats I use in winter and put them away.  The inside was full of stones and bits of greenery, so I gave it a good hoovering.  It looks somewhat more presentable inside now.  Optimum No Rinse worked wonders yet again on the outside.  It wouldn't have been too bad on the outside, but the rain we seem to be having recently is rather dirty - brown spots everywhere.

I've noticed that too.  When it rains it looks as if car has been sprayed with rust.  Also loads of dust in air, no sooner has it been cleaned, it's covered in a layer of the stuff  :angry:

And to think we are constantly breathing all this cr@p in!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Captain caveman on 29 April 2013, 16:20
Gave the car a good polish and wax and also treated her to a new tax disc holder :D

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/397901_10151554699089464_10780334_n.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 April 2013, 21:29
Parked it in works car park and came back at end of day to find a big scratch on the rear wing.  Looks like some careless sod has brushed past it with a buckle or similar....grrr   :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 30 April 2013, 22:09
Parked it in works car park and came back at end of day to find a big scratch on the rear wing.  Looks like some careless sod has brushed past it with a buckle or similar....grrr   :angry:
sorry to hear that booth11 hope it polishes out
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 30 April 2013, 22:15
i let my wife drive it, a rare event and a weird experience seeing your own car in the rear view mirror and then trying to keep up with it

when she flawed the thing it did make some nice noises and looked good in the corners
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 01 May 2013, 07:12
i let my wife drive it, a rare event and a weird experience seeing your own car in the rear view mirror and then trying to keep up with her

Ours is my wife's car and she hates me driving it  :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 01 May 2013, 09:18
Parked it in works car park and came back at end of day to find a big scratch on the rear wing.  Looks like some careless sod has brushed past it with a buckle or similar....grrr   :angry:

Very annoying, hope you get it sorted...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 01 May 2013, 22:39
Parked it in works car park and came back at end of day to find a big scratch on the rear wing.  Looks like some careless sod has brushed past it with a buckle or similar....grrr   :angry:
sorry to hear that booth11 hope it polishes out

Parked it in works car park and came back at end of day to find a big scratch on the rear wing.  Looks like some careless sod has brushed past it with a buckle or similar....grrr   :angry:

Very annoying, hope you get it sorted...

Actually it's worse than I thought  :sad: 

On closer inspection, noticed there is also a long cm wide scuff mark running across full width of boot which joins up with the scratch on the side  :cry:

As I've got to get a body shop quote for a small dent in wheel arch, where some other t*sser went into me a while ago, I'll get them to quote for sorting the scuffs out too.  Me thinks it's gonna be an expensive month!

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 02 May 2013, 06:05
Wounded for you! While its having paint why not get you rear diffuser done too?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 May 2013, 08:00
Wounded for you! While its having paint why not get you rear diffuser done too?

Stop putting ideas in my head  :laugh:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 02 May 2013, 10:03
Had a £65 fine from TFL for being a very naughty boy at a box junction
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: pryda on 05 May 2013, 11:12
took a trip to VW and picked up a new divider / bottle opener...

(http://i1310.photobucket.com/albums/s656/Pryda_VDub/IMG_7744_zpsf135b6fa.jpg)

the small mods are always the best ;D

oh and I also refitted the reg plate plinth as the tabs I was using to hold the new pressed plates on were sh!t. have to admit I actually prefer the plinth being fitted...

(http://i1310.photobucket.com/albums/s656/Pryda_VDub/IMG_7745_zps4231a018.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dereks on 05 May 2013, 16:17
How much from vw got mines off eBay for a fiver I think
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 05 May 2013, 20:33
Cleaned it!
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Post by: Snooze on 05 May 2013, 21:07
Took her for a spin. Seems to run really well in this warmer weather. Nice and fast!
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Post by: Jimble on 05 May 2013, 22:00
Took her for a spin. Seems to run really well in this warmer weather. Nice and fast!


I always think that too! They do seem to run better in warmer weather. 8)
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Post by: MonkeyP on 05 May 2013, 22:08
Cleaned it and sealed the wheels but then....

Noticed the start of white worm from what looks like a stone chip and also parked very close to the curb and when i went to move the car and turned the wheel before moving off and banged the wheel against the curb and put a very visible mark. so got a lot done but done a bit of damage!
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Post by: cosmicremedy on 05 May 2013, 22:20
Cleaned the interior, exterior done Friday  :smiley:

Love this sunny weather, you can make the most of having a clean car and enjoy it for longer.... Especially with white!
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Post by: Exonian on 05 May 2013, 23:49
Drove it. Lots. All weekend really.
Full tank gone since Saturday lunchtime - 360 miles and 31mpg on computer. Happy miles.  :cool:
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Post by: Jules Winfield on 06 May 2013, 13:55
Winter wheels are having sealant applied today (it's a bank holiday and, oddly, it's sunny) before being wrapped up and stored in the shed until it's time to swap over.

I'll probably order a set of Goodyear F1 Asymmetric 2s later to replace the car's current (very noisy) Bridgestone Potenzas.  The Potenzas have a decent amount of tread left (around 5mm), so I'll pop them on here/eBay just in case anyone wants them.
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Post by: Booth11 on 06 May 2013, 15:49
Washed it.  Nice and shiny now.........well for a day at least!
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Post by: pryda on 06 May 2013, 17:24
got a few mates together to take some rolling shots for the competition Autobulbs are running on the site. grabbed a quick pic of mine sat in the sun...

(http://i1310.photobucket.com/albums/s656/Pryda_VDub/IMG_7749_zpse0e9edf1.jpg)

rolling shots to follow...
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Post by: Snooze on 07 May 2013, 19:43
New windscreen fitted today by Autoglass due to previously repaired chip cracking. Was done for free under their warranty, but I hope they did a good job!

Never had to get a chip repaired nor have I ever needed a new windscreen in the 9 years ive been driving. Then within 5 months I get 2 chips and a new windscreen. Do you think the 2mm thinner windscreen on the Mk6 has anything to do with it?
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Post by: Neil gti on 07 May 2013, 20:23
I'm on my 3rd windscreen now on the mk6 and I've got a big chip in this one now  :angry:
Never had so many screens in one car
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Post by: pryda on 07 May 2013, 20:33
I have a chip in my windscreen as well. looks like it's a common issue.

do Autoglass used genuine VW windscreens?
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Post by: wigit on 07 May 2013, 20:42
I picked one up last week which means a new screen  :angry:

I reapplied the front plate as pads had popped so plate edges were setting off the front senors
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Post by: Snooze on 07 May 2013, 20:43
I have a chip in my windscreen as well. looks like it's a common issue.

do Autoglass used genuine VW windscreens?

I hope so! £800 worth of windscreen I was told.
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Post by: Snooze on 07 May 2013, 20:45
I picked one up last week which means a new screen  :angry:

I reapplied the front plate as desire had popped so Pete edges were setting off the front senors

Bad chip is it? A lot of chips can be repaired.
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Post by: wigit on 07 May 2013, 20:56
Alas I fear a new screen as a nice little crack as well  :cry:
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Post by: Snooze on 07 May 2013, 21:00
Bad times  :sad:
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Post by: Buck on 07 May 2013, 21:32
Yesterday mine got a wet vac of the whole interior as one or two marks on the seats from my two young boys :shocked: and then the fabric was stain repelled with gtechniq i1 - really easy to apply - spray on and wipe off excess from surrounding plastics.

Left the car doors open for a few hours as the chemical smell was strong but all OK now!

Didn't get chance to wash the car as also deep cleaned Mrs Buck's car as that is the main monkey wagon.

Need to get two new tyres over the next few weeks so that'll be the next job [after washing it]...
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Post by: ajmoir36 on 07 May 2013, 22:24
Alas I fear a new screen as a nice little crack as well  :cry:

Just had my windscreen replaced today due to a large stone chip, Auto Windscreens chap did a fantastic job, not a mark on the body work anywhere very professional. Not a genuine windscreen although the lady was correct it looks identical to the shading around the edges e.t.c. The rain sensor was tested by the auto windscreens chap and every thing.  He even commented on my poorly fitted mic wire for the retro fitted Bluetooth so he tucked it in better. :rolleyes: (I suppose its easier to tuck in the wire with the windscreen missing). The only thing I had to do was fix one of the wiper arms was in the slightly wrong position and re-fit a piece of the foam at the passenger side between the scuttle panel and the wing.
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Post by: Snooze on 08 May 2013, 08:36
My near side wiper is sitting an inch or so higher than it did before I had the windscreen replaced too. Do you know how to correct this?
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Post by: dubber36 on 08 May 2013, 14:13
My near side wiper is sitting an inch or so higher than it did before I had the windscreen replaced too. Do you know how to correct this?

Take the wiper arm off (being careful not to damage the bonnet) and move it clockwise by a couple of splines.
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Post by: Booth11 on 08 May 2013, 18:23
Had estimate back from body shop for following repairs:

Repair dent in passenger wheel arch and respray wing;  replace snapped fog light bracket (bumper off job);  polish out scuffs to bumper;  polish out scuffs to tailgate..........£689  :sad:

All inflicted by some idiot driver.  Will go ahead with repairs but not on insurance.

Also having wheels aligned at cost of £88

Had separate quote for painting rear diffuser gloss black.  An eye watering £287  :shocked:
Will give it a miss at that price.  May get alternative quotes for that at later date.
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Post by: ajmoir36 on 08 May 2013, 18:33
Had estimate back from body shop for following repairs:

Repair dent in passenger wheel arch and respray wing;  replace snapped fog light bracket (bumper off job);  polish out scuffs to bumper;  polish out scuffs to tailgate..........£689  :sad:

All inflicted by some idiot driver.  Will go ahead with repairs but not on insurance.

Also having wheels aligned at cost of £88

Had separate quote for painting rear diffuser gloss black.  An eye watering £287  :shocked:
Will give it a miss at that price.  May get alternative quotes for that at later date.

If they want that for the diffuser maybe the other work is overpriced too?
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Post by: ajmoir36 on 08 May 2013, 18:37
My near side wiper is sitting an inch or so higher than it did before I had the windscreen replaced too. Do you know how to correct this?

Take the wiper arm off (being careful not to damage the bonnet) and move it clockwise by a couple of splines.

A little more info.

Put the wipers into service mode. (Ignition on then off and push down once on the stalk).
Open the bonnet.
Use an small screw driver in the notch provided to lift off the cap concealing the wiper arm nut.
Use a 13mm or spanner to remove nut.
I used two other spanners to place under the wiper arm to leave it off. It was well jammed on after the engineer had tightened it up.
Align the wiper arm about 1 inch from the side of the windscreen, place on splines loosely do up the nut.
Close bonnet trying not to crush any tools or fingers.
Ignition on push stalk down once. Wipers should park perfectly.
Open bonnet tighten nut.
Replace cap
Close bonnet
Pat on back for job well done.
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Post by: dubber36 on 08 May 2013, 18:44
^^^^^^
But he wants to realign the n/s wiper. That needs to be parked in the horizontal position. You can't do that if you've put them into the service position before taking them off.

Also, when you check them afterwards, they won't work unless the bonnet is fully closed. I thought I'd broken something after I'd adjusted mine.  :embarrassed:
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Post by: Booth11 on 08 May 2013, 18:51
Had estimate back from body shop for following repairs:

Repair dent in passenger wheel arch and respray wing;  replace snapped fog light bracket (bumper off job);  polish out scuffs to bumper;  polish out scuffs to tailgate..........£689  :sad:

All inflicted by some idiot driver.  Will go ahead with repairs but not on insurance.

Also having wheels aligned at cost of £88

Had separate quote for painting rear diffuser gloss black.  An eye watering £287  :shocked:
Will give it a miss at that price.  May get alternative quotes for that at later date.

If they want that for the diffuser maybe the other work is overpriced too?

I suspect it probably is, but as it is the VW approved body shop and reputable (in terms of quality) will stick with it.  Also they can fit it in exactly when it suits me and tbh I don't really have time to trawl round a load of other places.

The diffuser is just a wish list thing and can wait.  I'll get alternative prices for that and side skirts in due course.
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Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 08 May 2013, 19:08
Booth, mine was main dealer. Me thinks they're having your pants down!
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Post by: dubber36 on 08 May 2013, 19:19
I wouldn't have a VW body shop even look in my car's direction after the mess they made of my last Passat. You would be much better off using a body shop that  comes highly recommended by people you know and trust.
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Post by: ajmoir36 on 08 May 2013, 19:28
^^^^^^
But he wants to realign the n/s wiper. That needs to be parked in the horizontal position. You can't do that if you've put them into the service position before taking them off.

Also, when you check them afterwards, they won't work unless the bonnet is fully closed. I thought I'd broken something after I'd adjusted mine.  :embarrassed:

Ahh missed that bit, I knew about the bonnet and the wipers not working.
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Post by: Booth11 on 08 May 2013, 20:10
Booth, mine was main dealer. Me thinks they're having your pants down!

I wouldn't have a VW body shop even look in my car's direction after the mess they made of my last Passat. You would be much better off using a body shop that  comes highly recommended by people you know and trust.

Sorry, meant to say this is the body shop the dealer uses.  Took it to dealer Initially.   Also it does come recommended by friends.  Price for repair work is pretty much what I was expecting, it's just the diffuser price that seems way off.   

Wasn't overly impressed with previous body shop I used for work on my mk5.  They had to have passenger door off and it was never the same again 

At the end of the day can only go on personal recommendations and that it is dealer recommended.  If job isn't done to satisfaction then it will be going back! 
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Post by: wigit on 09 May 2013, 19:17
Ordered it a set of AP 4 pots
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Post by: Jules Winfield on 09 May 2013, 19:30
Got a set of Goodyear F1 Asymmetric 2s fitted yesterday, replacing the previous noisy Bridgestones.  The fitters managed to get goo over the edges of the alloys, so I cleaned that off today.

In addition, for the first time in ages, I paid less than £70 for a tank of fuel (136.9p per litre).  :shocked:
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Post by: mkviken on 09 May 2013, 20:12
put vpower in you tight git
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Post by: MikeT on 09 May 2013, 22:58
Updated RNS510 firmware to v3980.  V9 maps going on tomorrow. 
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Post by: Booth11 on 10 May 2013, 08:29
Some kindly pigeon has just sh!t all over it  :angry:
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Post by: dubber36 on 10 May 2013, 10:24
The last bird that sh1t on my bonnet got dumped.

Sorry
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Post by: Booth11 on 10 May 2013, 10:30
The last bird that sh1t on my bonnet got dumped.

Sorry

 :grin:
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Post by: cosmicremedy on 10 May 2013, 10:41
Some kindly pigeon has just sh!t all over it  :angry:

This wasn't an accident, they know what they are doing...  :grin:
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Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 10 May 2013, 18:51
The last bird that sh1t on my bonnet got dumped.

Sorry

 :grin:

I think I know her!
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Post by: ajmoir36 on 10 May 2013, 22:03
Fixed my broken MIC wire courtesy of Auto Windscreens, I wondered why he was querying if I had bluetooth fitted on the day??? He must have cut it when cutting out the windscreen, makes me wonder if the air bags are safe too.  Need to get the VCDS out and give her a scan to make sure they are ok too.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7412/8727261276_72015cb73b_b.jpg)
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Post by: mark@vorny.co.uk on 10 May 2013, 22:44
Some kindly pigeon has just sh!t all over it  :angry:

Barstewards. The old biddies around here feed the flying rats. I got myself an air rifle and have a cull every spring. They were choosing my drive as practice....not any more  :wink:
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Post by: cosmicremedy on 10 May 2013, 22:49
Fixed my broken MIC wire courtesy of Auto Windscreens, I wondered why he was querying if I had bluetooth fitted on the day??? He must have cut it when cutting out the windscreen, makes me wonder if the air bags are safe too.  Need to get the VCDS out and give her a scan to make sure they are ok too.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7412/8727261276_72015cb73b_b.jpg)

That's not good! Did they accept liability?
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Post by: ajmoir36 on 11 May 2013, 00:25
Fixed my broken MIC wire courtesy of Auto Windscreens, I wondered why he was querying if I had bluetooth fitted on the day??? He must have cut it when cutting out the windscreen, makes me wonder if the air bags are safe too.  Need to get the VCDS out and give her a scan to make sure they are ok too.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7412/8727261276_72015cb73b_b.jpg)

That's not good! Did they accept liability?

The fitter never even told me he cut through it figured out today when various people couldn't hear me.
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Post by: cosmicremedy on 11 May 2013, 09:10
Fixed my broken MIC wire courtesy of Auto Windscreens, I wondered why he was querying if I had bluetooth fitted on the day??? He must have cut it when cutting out the windscreen, makes me wonder if the air bags are safe too.  Need to get the VCDS out and give her a scan to make sure they are ok too.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7412/8727261276_72015cb73b_b.jpg)

That's not good! Did they accept liability?

The fitter never even told me he cut through it figured out today when various people couldn't hear me.

Least you've got it sorted now  :cool:
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Post by: charlie on 11 May 2013, 15:53
Car passed a thousand miles today  :wink:
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Post by: Obbzi on 11 May 2013, 23:34
Fitted Eibach lowering springs  :cool: :smiley:

(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c148/obbzi/null-5.jpg) (http://s26.photobucket.com/user/obbzi/media/null-5.jpg.html)
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Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 12 May 2013, 06:08
Very nice.
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Post by: sundaydriver on 12 May 2013, 10:16
Fitted a remote garage door opening button.  :smiley:




(http://i651.photobucket.com/albums/uu237/k33ste/011-Copy_zps8e1b90eb.jpg) (http://s651.photobucket.com/user/k33ste/media/011-Copy_zps8e1b90eb.jpg.html)

(http://i651.photobucket.com/albums/uu237/k33ste/017-2_zpse01da308.jpg) (http://s651.photobucket.com/user/k33ste/media/017-2_zpse01da308.jpg.html)

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Post by: Raffe on 12 May 2013, 11:14
Cleaned inside and out, and a full tank of Optimax :cool:
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Post by: Exonian on 12 May 2013, 11:16
Fitted a remote garage door opening button.  :smiley:

 :cool: Cool!
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Post by: Exonian on 12 May 2013, 11:20
Giving the GTI a few days rest (not that I've used it much since last weekend).

Currently sat at the Mac playing the Vaccines loudly and researching GTI prices wondering whether to put the grey goddess on the market next month  :shocked:

(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g26/Andy_vRS/GreyGTI-F.jpg)
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Post by: mkviken on 12 May 2013, 12:38
Let the mrs test drive it to see if she wants it... Decided she doesn't like it as much as her SEAT... :rolleyes:
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Post by: GerryD on 12 May 2013, 14:30
Updated the RNS to 3810, hoovered and cleaned the inside while it was doing it.
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Post by: cosmicremedy on 12 May 2013, 17:12
Fitted a remote garage door opening button.

Good work, looks nice and neat  :cool:
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Post by: ajmoir36 on 12 May 2013, 21:02
Giving the GTI a few days rest (not that I've used it much since last weekend).

Currently sat at the Mac playing the Vaccines loudly and researching GTI prices wondering whether to put the grey goddess on the market next month  :shocked:

(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g26/Andy_vRS/GreyGTI-F.jpg)

That looks like a typical South Hereford Garages for sale shot!!!
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Post by: Exonian on 12 May 2013, 21:45
Giving the GTI a few days rest (not that I've used it much since last weekend).

Currently sat at the Mac playing the Vaccines loudly and researching GTI prices wondering whether to put the grey goddess on the market next month  :shocked:



That looks like a typical South Hereford Garages for sale shot!!!

That's more than a coincidence and the only shot I have of the car as standard!!  :grin:
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Post by: mkviken on 12 May 2013, 22:04
selling my whiteline stuff if anyone is interested
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Post by: ajmoir36 on 12 May 2013, 22:41
Giving the GTI a few days rest (not that I've used it much since last weekend).

Currently sat at the Mac playing the Vaccines loudly and researching GTI prices wondering whether to put the grey goddess on the market next month  :shocked:



That looks like a typical South Hereford Garages for sale shot!!!

That's more than a coincidence and the only shot I have of the car as standard!!  :grin:

They all look the same, at least the dealer takes consistent pictures. I have to admit its the dealership I use for my servicing.
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Post by: dubber36 on 13 May 2013, 08:06
I thought it looked like South Hereford too. The armco was the giveaway.

I've used South Hereford for years too. It's just a shame their bodyshop can turn out indifferent results.
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Post by: ajmoir36 on 13 May 2013, 17:56
I thought it looked like South Hereford too. The armco was the giveaway.

I've used South Hereford for years too. It's just a shame their bodyshop can turn out indifferent results.

They don't have a body shop do they I thought they use local places to do the work. Fortunately though I don't need to use one either.
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Post by: dubber36 on 13 May 2013, 18:39
The Hereford one has a so called approved bodyshop. I don't think that the one at Ross or wherever it is does.

My previous Passat was in for some corrosion work last year. I think they used Stevie Wonder to mix the paint. Considering the usual high standards they portray, I'm not sure how my cars was seen as acceptable to send out.
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Post by: Obbzi on 13 May 2013, 20:54
selling my whiteline stuff if anyone is interested

What is it exactly? :embarrassed:
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Post by: mkviken on 13 May 2013, 21:17
anti lift kit, bump steer reduction kit and rear sway bar

giving my wife my car so putting it back to near standard.
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Post by: Booth11 on 13 May 2013, 22:36
Its weekly clean.........followed inevitably by a deluge of dirty rain.  :cry:
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Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 14 May 2013, 06:45
Its weekly clean.........followed inevitably by a deluge of dirty rain.  :cry:

+1!!! I'd cleaned my by 0830 yesterday cos it looked like we were gonna have a nice day and then by the time I had to go out it p!ssed it down - gutted.
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Post by: Raffe on 14 May 2013, 07:12
My wife came out of the shops to see an elderly couple staring at the car, thinking the worst and expecting them to have hit it she asked f all was ok......

.....to which they commented on how nice the wheels were, very surprising but a nice compliment  :cool:

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Post by: mkviken on 14 May 2013, 10:54
mapped it back to standard

used bluefin handset of sale if anyone wants it



also removed the WALK, BS kit and sway bar and pipercross filter today

these are for sale if anyone wants them
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Post by: Rgdogg on 14 May 2013, 11:42
Is the bluefin for a dsg or a manual? Cheers
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Post by: mkviken on 14 May 2013, 13:23
All VAG cars

Simply Tell superchips what car and map you want when you register it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 14 May 2013, 16:05
Finally fitted my RNS315 head unit and mic.

Can't get the reverse camera to work and can't find bluetooth on the head set though. Time for a brew and a tab  :cry:
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Post by: dubber36 on 14 May 2013, 16:57
Finally fitted my RNS315 head unit and mic.
 can't find bluetooth on the head set though.

It's in the SETUP menu.
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Post by: Obbzi on 14 May 2013, 17:01
Finally fitted my RNS315 head unit and mic.
 can't find bluetooth on the head set though.

It's in the SETUP menu.

Can't see it  :cry:

It looks like each item (nav, media, radio etc) has their own "setup" menu but cant find anything for camera or bluetooth
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Post by: dubber36 on 14 May 2013, 17:09
Press PHONE, then SETUP.  :smiley:
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Post by: simonpolly on 14 May 2013, 17:09
Today I have had a rear tyre puncture repaired,the second one in a month the last one was in the other rear tyre both had nails in them :angry: very strange as the car hardly ever goes anywhere and we are anal about keeping it safe.What would you guys be thinking if the same had happened to you ?
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Post by: Obbzi on 14 May 2013, 17:09
Press PHONE, then SETUP.  :smiley:

Tried that it just mutes what ever is playing  :shocked:
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Post by: Obbzi on 14 May 2013, 17:10
Today I have had a rear tyre puncture repaired,the second one in a month the last one was in the other rear tyre both had nails in them :angry: very strange as the car hardly ever goes anywhere and we are anal about keeping it safe.What would you guys be thinking if the same had happened to you ?

Sabotage?  :angry:
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Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 14 May 2013, 17:16
Today I have had a rear tyre puncture repaired,the second one in a month the last one was in the other rear tyre both had nails in them :angry: very strange as the car hardly ever goes anywhere and we are anal about keeping it safe.What would you guys be thinking if the same had happened to you ?

Sabotage?  :angry:

+1 mate, we had a spate of this round where I live not so long ago but it was busy stretches of road that were being targeted.
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Post by: Obbzi on 14 May 2013, 17:22
Maybe try some no more nails? :embarrassed: Sorry :whistle:
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Post by: simonpolly on 14 May 2013, 17:23
yes I think its my nutty next door neighbour :angry:,got the police coming around
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Post by: Obbzi on 14 May 2013, 17:39
Press PHONE, then SETUP.  :smiley:

Tried that it just mutes what ever is playing  :shocked:

Could it be a Vag Com coding issue?
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Post by: dubber36 on 14 May 2013, 17:55
It sounds like it, if pressing the PHONE button just mutes the radio, the car doesn't know the phone is there.

Look at the bluetooth fitting guide in the Mk6 Maintenance section. There is a very good step by step screen shots of what to do.
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Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 14 May 2013, 18:06
Left mine at Mercedes why I borrowed an A class for the day.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 14 May 2013, 19:50
It sounds like it, if pressing the PHONE button just mutes the radio, the car doesn't know the phone is there.

Look at the bluetooth fitting guide in the Mk6 Maintenance section. There is a very good step by step screen shots of what to do.

This one?

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=151928.0

If so thats the guide I followed to install the mic and head unit but this guide refers to fitting a bluetooth module whereas the RNS315 has BT built in
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 15 May 2013, 08:18
Yes, but the coding should be the same. You have to tell the car that Bluetooth is fitted, otherwise it won't work.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 15 May 2013, 11:33
Yes, but the coding should be the same. You have to tell the car that Bluetooth is fitted, otherwise it won't work.

The head unit has bkuetooth built into it though? I'm confused now  :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 15 May 2013, 11:54
Hopefully, I've explained what needs doing in your other thread.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 15 May 2013, 13:24
Hopefully, I've explained what needs doing in your other thread.

Yes, thanks mate, will stick to posting in that thread  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 19 May 2013, 18:45
Just washed it, need to get a machine polisher to get some light scratches out and a burn mark from some bird sh!t the last owner must have failed to wipe off in time...

Paint the brake calipers is also on the list of to do's, they're looking a bit grim.  Going to paint them black.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 19 May 2013, 18:45
Fitted my induction kit  :smiley:

Before:

(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c148/obbzi/null-7.jpg) (http://s26.photobucket.com/user/obbzi/media/null-7.jpg.html)

During:

(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c148/obbzi/null-8.jpg) (http://s26.photobucket.com/user/obbzi/media/null-8.jpg.html)

After:

(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c148/obbzi/null-10.jpg) (http://s26.photobucket.com/user/obbzi/media/null-10.jpg.html)

Just need to take her out for a blast which I will do in a bit  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 19 May 2013, 21:23
fitted 3M film on the sides, boot/bumper, bonnet and sills of my GTI


protecting the paint for when the wife takes it on

getting pretty good at applying the film now!

the hard part is making templates


i just need to do the front bumper but its quite intricate


ive kept the templates if anyone wants them


got alot left for the front end of my clio as it will get peppered on the track. i actually got it for the clio initially but there was so much there i could do 2 cars almost
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 21 May 2013, 20:24
(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/file_zps17428c0d.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/file_zps17428c0d.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/file_zps2dbf65d2.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/file_zps2dbf65d2.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 21 May 2013, 23:24
Fitted my boot release kit  :cool:

Will put a vid on tomorrow
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 21 May 2013, 23:32
Bought bluefin for £200 can't wait too install it and see what difference it makes! Just need to sort handling out next!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 21 May 2013, 23:39
Bought bluefin for £200 can't wait too install it and see what difference it makes! Just need to sort handling out next!

Bargain! Where from?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 21 May 2013, 23:48
Found a guy selling it as he's part ex his golf for another car, spoke with superchips who confirmed its been reset and it's ready to go! Just awaiting delivery!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 21 May 2013, 23:50
Cool! Let us know how you get on with it as I've been looking at them
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 21 May 2013, 23:56
Yeah will do! It's the first thing modded to the car, next lowering springs, rear LEDs and induction kit!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: TomS_ on 22 May 2013, 10:13
Some kindly pigeon has just sh!t all over it  :angry:

This wasn't an accident, they know what they are doing...  :grin:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y82mrO3pSzc
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 22 May 2013, 12:09
Some kindly pigeon has just sh!t all over it  :angry:

This wasn't an accident, they know what they are doing...  :grin:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y82mrO3pSzc

 :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Eeef on 24 May 2013, 22:00
Fitted RNS-510 version P. Took all of 10 minutes.

Also noticed that one of my Monza centres is missing :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 24 May 2013, 22:04
Some kindly pigeon has just sh!t all over it  :angry:

This wasn't an accident, they know what they are doing...  :grin:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y82mrO3pSzc

 :grin: :grin: :grin:

Frickin sh!te hawks!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 25 May 2013, 20:13
Blown my Turbo  :sad:

Good excuse to upgrade the Turbo to something bigger tho  :smiley: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 25 May 2013, 22:10
Road or track?

K04 time or bigger still?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 25 May 2013, 22:22
Track was at croft today
8 laps later clouds of blue/white smoke when on boost  :sad:
I think K04 is easiest option as the Revo software will run it ?
Bigger turbos or hybrids not sure if software is available ?
Got a couple of numbers to call in morning for some advice  :smiley:
Only got 2 weeks to sort it as booked on at Blyton lol
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 25 May 2013, 23:08
im at blyton in a couple of weeks on my clio
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 26 May 2013, 07:58
Track was at croft today
8 laps later clouds of blue/white smoke when on boost  :sad:
I think K04 is easiest option as the Revo software will run it ?
Bigger turbos or hybrids not sure if software is available ?
Got a couple of numbers to call in morning for some advice  :smiley:
Only got 2 weeks to sort it as booked on at Blyton lol

Agreed k04 woud seem sensible choice, good luck and be interesting to hear your feedback once sorted  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 26 May 2013, 08:32
im at blyton in a couple of weeks on my clio

Fridat 7th June is the one i'm going to is with LVS from Lincoln, Deep Shine Detailing has got a stand there and wants to put my car on, (it maybe on the stand allday if i dont get it fixed now  :sad:) Revo, Forge and a few others are there aswell,
http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,64999.0.html


Track was at croft today
8 laps later clouds of blue/white smoke when on boost  :sad:
I think K04 is easiest option as the Revo software will run it ?
Bigger turbos or hybrids not sure if software is available ?
Got a couple of numbers to call in morning for some advice  :smiley:
Only got 2 weeks to sort it as booked on at Blyton lol

Agreed k04 woud seem sensible choice, good luck and be interesting to hear your feedback once sorted  :evil:

Yes i think that will be the route i will be going, will keep ya informed  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 27 May 2013, 13:50
Decided to spray my caps black....hate that nasty blue color  :drool:

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_0820_zpsaaa7d3be.jpg) (http://s1112.photobucket.com/user/rocketrossuk/media/IMG_0820_zpsaaa7d3be.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 27 May 2013, 20:32
Removed my front mudflaps as people on here say they look better without them.
Also with it being lowered they foul a speed bump at work unless crawling.
Going to see how it goes and decide but so far I like it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 27 May 2013, 21:01
 :shocked: never had mine bottom out and I'm on sportlines. If they hit the deck then best part of the back box and underbody shield is on the deck
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 27 May 2013, 21:46
Maybe cause I'm on h&r spring which are slightly lower at the front.
No clearance problems anywhere just the front flaps on one particular speed bump at work.
It's about 3.5" tall and they catch when dropping off the other side of it.
I'll see how it goes and how clean my car stays.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 27 May 2013, 21:54
dug the 35 GTI dice out and hung them off the rear grab handle
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 28 May 2013, 06:28
dug the 35 GTI dice out and hung them off the rear grab handle

Lol! My neice and nephew brought me the cap and dice for my birthday last week. Thought they might look fun at inters on the dash and rear view mirror.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 28 May 2013, 10:42
Decided to spray my caps black....hate that nasty blue color  :drool:

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_0820_zpsaaa7d3be.jpg) (http://s1112.photobucket.com/user/rocketrossuk/media/IMG_0820_zpsaaa7d3be.jpg.html)

Very nice, but... http://www.akstuning.co.uk/#/shop/4572359405/Washer-Coolant-Cap/4516651
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 28 May 2013, 15:03
Decided to spray my caps black....hate that nasty blue color  :drool:

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_0820_zpsaaa7d3be.jpg) (http://s1112.photobucket.com/user/rocketrossuk/media/IMG_0820_zpsaaa7d3be.jpg.html)

Very nice, but... http://www.akstuning.co.uk/#/shop/4572359405/Washer-Coolant-Cap/4516651

Yeah seen them before, but £8.50 or Free....Every pennie counts at the minute  :tongue:

Plus, this black paint has sexy silver speckles in it
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 28 May 2013, 16:06
Other than yourself and your mechanic who actually see the caps who really cares what colour the washer caps are....I really don't get under bonnet cosmetic mods unless you're building a show car :huh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 28 May 2013, 17:03
Other than yourself and your mechanic who actually see the caps who really cares what colour the washer caps are....I really don't get under bonnet cosmetic mods unless you're building a show car :huh:

Because you know it's there, each to there own I guess...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 28 May 2013, 17:16
Took it in for some minor repairs and wheel alignment this morning.  Received ominous call from body shop this afternoon.   

Whilst doing the wheel alignment, they saw that the front passenger tyre was very badly damaged on the inside. Further investigation revealed that the inside edge of the alloy was severely flattened.   

New wheel and tyre required  :cry:  On order.

Surprisingly the wheel alignment was only slightly out.

In the meantime, have the misfortune to be driving Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 courtesy car  :sick:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 28 May 2013, 17:37
Took it in for some minor repairs and wheel alignment this morning.  Received ominous call from body shop this afternoon.   

Whilst doing the wheel alignment, they saw that the front passenger tyre was very badly damaged on the inside. Further investigation revealed that the inside edge of the alloy was severely flattened.   

New wheel and tyre required  :cry:  On order.

Surprisingly the wheel alignment was only slightly out.

In the meantime, have the misfortune to be driving Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 courtesy car  :sick:


I feel for you !!!!

Not because of the wheel......Having to drive that god awful car. I have had 2 Corsa in the past, both nearly killed me with crazy mechanical faults

(one of them the steering wheel kept spinning - luckily doing 5mph at the time, and the second, the brake line and had no brakes going down a hill - I WILL NEVER BUY VAUXHALL AGAIN !!!!!)  Rant over  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 28 May 2013, 17:53

I feel for you !!!!

Not because of the wheel......Having to drive that god awful car. I have had 2 Corsa in the past, both nearly killed me with crazy mechanical faults

(one of them the steering wheel kept spinning - luckily doing 5mph at the time, and the second, the brake line and had no brakes going down a hill - I WILL NEVER BUY VAUXHALL AGAIN !!!!!)  Rant over  :laugh:

Haha  :laugh:

Yeah it's a god awful car.  It does not perform well in 1st or 2nd gear, and there's a strange grinding noise coming from somewhere!  Not good uphill either, thought I might have to get out and push it at one point.  Only consolation is it's got courtesy car sign written all over it, so at least no one will think I actually chosen to buy such a heap!

I once had a Corsa myself but that was a long time ago and I'd blocked it from my memory .....until now  :laugh:

Still, makes me appreciate the gti all the more.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 28 May 2013, 18:30
Other than yourself and your mechanic who actually see the caps who really cares what colour the washer caps are....I really don't get under bonnet cosmetic mods unless you're building a show car :huh:

Because you know it's there, each to there own I guess...


Amen to that!

(http://i1095.photobucket.com/albums/i477/Ginge35Edition/cars/216CAE87-158B-4159-BBC1-53B962B0A561-715-000000AF5EA5F6AB_zpsd680f90c.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 28 May 2013, 19:08
Other than yourself and your mechanic who actually see the caps who really cares what colour the washer caps are....I really don't get under bonnet cosmetic mods unless you're building a show car :huh:

Because you know it's there, each to there own I guess...

The satisfaction when your sat on your sofa imagining your black caps must make you feel very happy :cool:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 28 May 2013, 20:09
Just downloaded my bluefin to the car, wow it's turned in to a little monster now!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 28 May 2013, 20:47
dug the 35 GTI dice out and hung them off the rear grab handle

Lol! My neice and nephew brought me the cap and dice for my birthday last week. Thought they might look fun at inters on the dash and rear view mirror.

dice for the mirror but i reckon you should wear the 35 hat :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 28 May 2013, 20:52
dug the 35 GTI dice out and hung them off the rear grab handle

Lol! My neice and nephew brought me the cap and dice for my birthday last week. Thought they might look fun at inters on the dash and rear view mirror.

dice for the mirror but i reckon you should wear the 35 hat :)

With a lot of thought err NO! Tw@t in hat springs to mind!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Eeef on 28 May 2013, 21:15
Just downloaded my bluefin to the car, wow it's turned in to a little monster now!!

On the cusp of purchasing. Has it really made that much difference? Where do you feel it most?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 28 May 2013, 21:29
Only done a few mile with it on to get to work, but you can feel it all the way through the gears, especially on overtaking, I think it's about an extra 44bhp which is like driving a different car, I was not expecting such a difference! Really happy with it at the moment but will need to put more miles on it first.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 29 May 2013, 00:18
I'm tempted by bluefin too  :evil:

How much did you pay for the unit and how much was the software?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 29 May 2013, 00:22
I got a reset unit that someone did not want any longer, because it was in its the first 12 months superchips will reset it for free under warranty, I paid £200 for it and I think there going for £365 new
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 29 May 2013, 00:34
I got a reset unit that someone did not want any longer, because it was in its the first 12 months superchips will reset it for free under warranty, I paid £200 for it and I think there going for £365 new

So all in £200? Excellent!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 29 May 2013, 00:39
Yes all in very happy! But only done about 4 miles with it so far but very impressed with it so far, was saving up for the rear LEDs but thought this was too good to miss out on!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 29 May 2013, 12:06
(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c148/obbzi/null-7.jpg) (http://s26.photobucket.com/user/obbzi/media/null-7.jpg.html)

Looks like I'm not the only one with sagging sound deadening hanging off the bonnet.  Mine has gone in the same place  :sad:  have to replace it soon....
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 29 May 2013, 13:23
I got a reset unit that someone did not want any longer, because it was in its the first 12 months superchips will reset it for free under warranty, I paid £200 for it and I think there going for £365 new

So all in £200? Excellent!

You can buy mine for £100 and reset for not alot more.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 29 May 2013, 13:39
What did you think to the bluefin mkviken?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 29 May 2013, 18:45
I bluefin'd my car at about 6 or 8 weeks old and with about 700 miles on the clock and loved it.

Very smooth OEM power delivery - just more of it everywhere but not so aggressive or unrefined to spoil the car.

Superchips customer service is superb and it literally takes 5mins to revert from standard to tuned map.

I would have left it on but my wife has taken on my car and she doesn't want any mods so I decided to sell alot of stuff.

I paid £400 and thought it was well worth it.

If I were buying about her VAG car I would keep the handset but doubt I will any time soon so might as well sell it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 29 May 2013, 19:08
I got a reset unit that someone did not want any longer, because it was in its the first 12 months superchips will reset it for free under warranty, I paid £200 for it and I think there going for £365 new

So all in £200? Excellent!

You can buy mine for £100 and reset for not alot more.

Ace! Thought it might have been yours he'd bought! How much does it cost to reset?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 29 May 2013, 20:00
It would be worth ringing up superchips and asking, but I'm sure I've seen in another non vw forum that it was about £170 to reset but don't quote me on that.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 29 May 2013, 20:35
This maybe of interest.
Bluefin reset £225
http://www.superchips.co.uk/search?make=58&fueltype=1&model=533&variant=2536
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mike. on 29 May 2013, 20:42
I got my Bluefin transferred from my MK5 to my MK6, cost was £199.90 including delivery as I had to send the unit back for updating.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 29 May 2013, 20:55
£225 to reset?  :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 29 May 2013, 21:00
Mine has been in vw for the last two days having the inlet manifold changed.

Was given a passat cc as courtesy car, nice cars :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: pryda on 29 May 2013, 21:07
Mine has been in vw for the last two days having the inlet manifold changed.

Was given a passat cc as courtesy car, nice cars :)

I've had to have my inlet manifold changed as well. I wonder how common this problem is...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 29 May 2013, 21:18
Mine has been in vw for the last two days having the inlet manifold changed.

Was given a passat cc as courtesy car, nice cars :)

I've had to have my inlet manifold changed as well. I wonder how common this problem is...

Hopefully not too common, I wouldn't want to pay for it once my warranty runs out. They changed inlet manifold and injector seals.

I also ordered my pipercross cold air intake and booked in for a revo remap on 8th June :3
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 29 May 2013, 22:37
Lucky you...need to get mine booked in at R-Tech for custom Stage 1 map....How much was the filter?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 29 May 2013, 23:01
Today I fitted my mtec cosmic blue headlamp bulbs which match the led sidelights well.
Very awkward not to catch the bulb on the headlamp when trying to find the hole.
I must be out of practice :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 29 May 2013, 23:10
Packed the AP 4 pot kit in the boot and a Watkins Gelen ready foR fitting at AKS later in the week
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 30 May 2013, 07:22
Lucky you...need to get mine booked in at R-Tech for custom Stage 1 map....How much was the filter?

I paid £322.92 delivered from gnj motorsport. Can't recommend them highly enough
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 30 May 2013, 09:37
Lucky you...need to get mine booked in at R-Tech for custom Stage 1 map....How much was the filter?

I paid £322.92 delivered from gnj motorsport. Can't recommend them highly enough

delivered? what exactly did you order....did you not get it done on a rolling road?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 30 May 2013, 10:07
Lucky you...need to get mine booked in at R-Tech for custom Stage 1 map....How much was the filter?

I paid £322.92 delivered from gnj motorsport. Can't recommend them highly enough

delivered? what exactly did you order....did you not get it done on a rolling road?

Sorry not for both, That was for the filter including delivery, the map is 499+ vat from triple h Motorsport. (REVO dealer)

http://www.gnjmotorsport.com/products/Pipercross-Air-Intake-For-Golf-Mk6-GTI-%26-Scirocco-2.0-TSI.html
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 30 May 2013, 12:21
Another inlet manifold problem! Just hope they change it under warranty as I have had the car under a year, bought at a user approved dealership so here's hoping.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 30 May 2013, 12:26
It's a big job too, labour intensive. Mine was in vw for 2 days.

Mind you, it may be because they will charge vw for labour so they'll stretch it out :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 30 May 2013, 15:45
Took it in to the dealers who said they can't look at it till the 11th June.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 30 May 2013, 17:52
Took it in to the dealers who said they can't look at it till the 11th June.

Will you have to pay for them to look at it?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 30 May 2013, 18:44
I'm not doing, I have not had it 12 months so talking with vw customer relations they said it should be covered with the 12 months approved used car warranty, but the guy at the dealers said he can't say if it's covered as he does not know what's wrong with the car. So frustrating.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 30 May 2013, 20:50
I've had an annoying rattle from my left rear door trim when on rough roads.
So today I removed both rear door trims and got some foam from an upholstery shop (which was free)
I then cut the foam and filled all the hollow sections of the door trim.
Once fitted back on there's no longer any flex in the panel when you push the top section.
So no more rattle and seems to have reduced road noise quite a bit.
I'll give it a week or so and if it stays silent I'll do my front doors. I've been battling rattles for a few weeks adjusting door latches lubing locks, adjusting the tailgate, adding felt for the parcel shelf to sit on, wrapping tape on the seat catches.
My doors used to creak and I tried polishing the body where it makes contact but in the end I rubbed Vaseline into the seals and that seems to have cured them for now.

After all that I gave it a wash then parked it back in its house to keep it clean.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 30 May 2013, 21:26
I've just finished putting my car back together after dismantling the factory airbox and removing the intake pipe,only to realise pipercross have sent the intake for a Audi TT-RS

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 30 May 2013, 21:33
I've just finished putting my car back together after dismantling the factory airbox and removing the intake pipe,only to realise pipercross have sent the intake for a Audi TT-RS

Got to laugh....as it happened to me before. I always check the box every time now..... :smug:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 30 May 2013, 21:41
I've just finished putting my car back together after dismantling the factory airbox and removing the intake pipe,only to realise pipercross have sent the intake for a Audi TT-RS

Got to laugh....as it happened to me before. I always check the box every time now..... :smug:

Yeah I will definitely be checking when the replacement arrives, it didn't even come with instructions  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 30 May 2013, 21:52
I've just finished putting my car back together after dismantling the factory airbox and removing the intake pipe,only to realise pipercross have sent the intake for a Audi TT-RS

D'oh!  :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 30 May 2013, 21:53
Got someone with Vagcom to sort my reveraing camera out! Hooray!

Just need the bluetooth sorting now  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 30 May 2013, 23:34
Quick pic!

(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c148/obbzi/null-12.jpg) (http://s26.photobucket.com/user/obbzi/media/null-12.jpg.html)

 :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 31 May 2013, 06:17
im at blyton in a couple of weeks on my clio

Fridat 7th June is the one i'm going to is with LVS from Lincoln, Deep Shine Detailing has got a stand there and wants to put my car on, (it maybe on the stand allday if i dont get it fixed now  :sad:) Revo, Forge and a few others are there aswell,
http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,64999.0.html


Track was at croft today
8 laps later clouds of blue/white smoke when on boost  :sad:
I think K04 is easiest option as the Revo software will run it ?
Bigger turbos or hybrids not sure if software is available ?
Got a couple of numbers to call in morning for some advice  :smiley:
Only got 2 weeks to sort it as booked on at Blyton lol

Agreed k04 woud seem sensible choice, good luck and be interesting to hear your feedback once sorted  :evil:

Yes i think that will be the route i will be going, will keep ya informed  :smiley:

I had my turbo checked out yesterday and all looks fine, by the look of it there is a build up of oil in the intake pipes cooler etc, so the mechanic thinks the smoke is down to that, got a forge catch can on order now so they can remove the pcv system and keep the intake system oil free  :smiley:
Will see if this sorts it out ?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 31 May 2013, 15:33
popped over to AKS Tuning for Alex to do a few bits on the car including, ride height tweaks, arch liner mod to the front wings, and to fit these

(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/6365ED28-E085-4A5F-8301-60CBB751B2E0-2723-0000073D14A3EB58_zpsb4a05622.jpg) (http://s382.photobucket.com/user/wigit71/media/Ed35/6365ED28-E085-4A5F-8301-60CBB751B2E0-2723-0000073D14A3EB58_zpsb4a05622.jpg.html)

also took it to have a look at a mk7 GTI in Bedford which is a really nice car and my wife needs one in her life
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: pryda on 31 May 2013, 15:43
popped over to AKS Tuning for Alex to do a few bits on the car including, ride height tweaks, arch liner mod to the front wings, and to fit these

(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/6365ED28-E085-4A5F-8301-60CBB751B2E0-2723-0000073D14A3EB58_zpsb4a05622.jpg) (http://s382.photobucket.com/user/wigit71/media/Ed35/6365ED28-E085-4A5F-8301-60CBB751B2E0-2723-0000073D14A3EB58_zpsb4a05622.jpg.html)

also took it to have a look at a mk7 GTI in Bedford which is a really nice car and my wife needs one in her life

what size discs are those mate? does the ed35 run 312s the same as the gti? or are they the same size as the R20.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 31 May 2013, 15:50
the 35 has stock 312mm, AP kit runs 330 with 4 pot callipers, nice balance for the car and doesn't feel over braked, the stock watkins glens are a nightmare and need a 3mm spacer on these so some 8mm hubcentrics going to be ordered
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 31 May 2013, 16:16
Missed it  :sad:

Still in repairers and won't be back till next week.   Decided to go through insurance due to wheel/tyre damage.  Got confirmation from VW insurance that claim approved, the assessor commented on what a nice car it was after seeing the photos.  Can't wait to get it back, have had enough of the cr@ppy corsa now!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 31 May 2013, 19:12
I have corsas and all types of vauxhalls on the back of my transporter and the only place they should be delivered to is the tip hope you get your gti back soon  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 31 May 2013, 21:12
I have corsas and all types of vauxhalls on the back of my transporter and the only place they should be delivered to is the tip hope you get your gti back soon  :cool:

Amen to that, charlie  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 31 May 2013, 22:59
Took my car to get the suspension knocking noise looked at.

Turns out the idiots that lowered my car made a right balls up of the front end :cry: :cry:

Apparently one side was lower than the other and it might need a new top mount :cry: :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 01 June 2013, 11:57
Missed it  :sad:

Still in repairers and won't be back till next week.   Decided to go through insurance due to wheel/tyre damage.  Got confirmation from VW insurance that claim approved, the assessor commented on what a nice car it was after seeing the photos.  Can't wait to get it back, have had enough of the cr@ppy corsa now!

Missed mine too  :cry: :cry: :cry:

At least I have an UP!  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 01 June 2013, 14:06
Missed it  :sad:

Still in repairers and won't be back till next week.   Decided to go through insurance due to wheel/tyre damage.  Got confirmation from VW insurance that claim approved, the assessor commented on what a nice car it was after seeing the photos.  Can't wait to get it back, have had enough of the cr@ppy corsa now!

Missed mine too  :cry: :cry: :cry:

At least I have an UP!  :whistle:

Don't rub it in  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 01 June 2013, 14:37
noticed that it needs new discs and pads and new tyres so been out looking for bigger brakes kits

What are people using? Not sure if I should just buy some R32/S3 bigger brakes
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 03 June 2013, 17:20
Fitted the 2nd pipercross induction kit I've been sent. 1st was for a TT-rs, they sent the correct one this time but it didn't have the joiner from the hard pipe to the maf.

Good job I had a bit of 3 inch silicone boost pipe lying around to temp connect.

On the phone to the supplier again :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 03 June 2013, 21:10
Fitted the 2nd pipercross induction kit I've been sent. 1st was for a TT-rs, they sent the correct one this time but it didn't have the joiner from the hard pipe to the maf.

Good job I had a bit of 3 inch silicone boost pipe lying around to temp connect.

On the phone to the supplier again :)

any difference in noise or pull when accelerating
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 03 June 2013, 21:40
Eml came on, just checked and the make shift join has come off the maf. It's too hot to put on tonight.

Although you could hear it sucking the air through, not as loud as I thought it'd be though
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 04 June 2013, 15:10
Got it back from body shop :smiley:

Must say they've done a top job all round, looks great and they didn't wash it as per my instructions  :cool:  They showed me pics of the damaged wheel and tyre - not good!

Does anyone know how long I should wait before waxing a resprayed panel?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 04 June 2013, 15:24
Got it back from body shop :smiley:

Must say they've done a top job all round, looks great and they didn't wash it as per my instructions  :cool:  They showed me pics of the damaged wheel and tyre - not good!

Does anyone know how long I should wait before waxing a resprayed panel?

Depends on the paint system used really, typically 7 days to fully cure....
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 05 June 2013, 11:02
Just sent my super chips unit off to be reset. It has to be sent off so will cost £232.50.

Cheaper than starting again
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 05 June 2013, 13:25
Just sent my super chips unit off to be reset. It has to be sent off so will cost £232.50.

Cheaper than starting again

Surely for £290 a R-Tech Custom Map would have been a better choice. But let us know how you get on :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 05 June 2013, 13:47
R Tech custom map??
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 05 June 2013, 15:23
R Tech custom map??

Yeah, here is thier site: http://www.r-techpower.co.uk/r-tech-vw-remap.htm

They are so busy, 3-4 weeks waiting list.

They have the best maps in the country by a mile. They use / created TIV mapping which gives perfect power through out the power band. Think they can get around 265BHP on MK6 GTI Stage 1 with no stress on any component.

Booking mine in for the end of June. - I live in Bradford and will have to travel 2 hours to get there, but well worth it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 05 June 2013, 17:21
67.1 mpg on the way to work and 64.7mpg on the way home. Increased the range to 680miles (full tank).
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 05 June 2013, 19:23
noticed that it needs new discs and pads and new tyres so been out looking for bigger brakes kits

What are people using? Not sure if I should just buy some R32/S3 bigger brakes
dont forget the cupra brakes been red they match. They are often cheaper too.
Ap make a kit that even fits behind the 17" wheels.
I like the drivability results of the superchip mapped cars. Much smoother delivery and smoother torque than alot of maps out there. Much kinder on the marshmallow manual clutch, the weak ihi turbo, diaphragms oem dv and the cvsystem.


Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 05 June 2013, 19:45
My cheap Gti grill came from eBay so I stripped it just to change the red trims over on to my gtd.
I'm very happy with the results.
(http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j437/kevsfr/null-4.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 05 June 2013, 20:23
Well after my smokey engine last week which I thought that my turbo had gone,
After an inspection the garage is pretty certain it was down to the PCV system putting oil into the intake system and pressurising the crank, so decided to fit a Forge catch can, will be testing it out properly on Friday to see if this has solved the problem  :smiley:

Kit is a perfect fit and everything needed to complete the job

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zps684d7ed6.png)
Parts removed
(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zps5b98b9ab.jpg)

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zps3178fc36.jpg)

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zpsa5a1b42c.jpg)

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zps724c2060.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 05 June 2013, 21:44
Filled a few stone chips ready for sanding back at the weekend!! :sick:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 06 June 2013, 16:17
Filled a few stone chips ready for sanding back at the weekend!! :sick:

Filled with paint and then flattened off?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 06 June 2013, 17:57
Filled a few stone chips ready for sanding back at the weekend!! :sick:

Filled with paint and then flattened off?


Yup! Had a go at them tonight but i think i need to put a little more paint in them as when the paints cured it's shrunk quite a lot so sits too low, grrrrr >:(
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 06 June 2013, 20:40
What are you going to use to sand them back, i have been wondering whether a machine polisher with the right pad might be good at it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 06 June 2013, 21:16
Well after my smokey engine last week which I thought that my turbo had gone,
After an inspection the garage is pretty certain it was down to the PCV system putting oil into the intake system and pressurising the crank, so decided to fit a Forge catch can, will be testing it out properly on Friday to see if this has solved the problem  :smiley:

Kit is a perfect fit and everything needed to complete the job

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zps684d7ed6.png)
Parts removed
(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zps5b98b9ab.jpg)

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zps3178fc36.jpg)

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zpsa5a1b42c.jpg)

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zps724c2060.jpg)

So what happens with the washer bottle spout?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 06 June 2013, 22:25
^^^^ the small round cap next to the catch tank is the new washer filler neck,
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 06 June 2013, 22:34
does the TSI engine even need a catch can system, thought it was pretty good at holding oil and not building up.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Poached on 06 June 2013, 22:44
does the TSI engine even need a catch can system, thought it was pretty good at holding oil and not building up.

Haven't heard of any TFSI or TSI engines having performance problems as a result of not fitting a catch can.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Poached on 06 June 2013, 22:46
Just sent my super chips unit off to be reset. It has to be sent off so will cost £232.50.

Cheaper than starting again

Surely for £290 a R-Tech Custom Map would have been a better choice. But let us know how you get on :)

R Tech don't currently offer TSI software, they will put Revo software on.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 06 June 2013, 23:00
does the TSI engine even need a catch can system, thought it was pretty good at holding oil and not building up.

The PCV is prone to failure and I think that was causing my car to smoke when it is really pushed, so I thought I'd get rid of the pcv and fit a can,

http://www.forgemotorsport.com/content.asp?inc=product&cat=&product=FMCT2
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 07 June 2013, 00:09
What are you going to use to sand them back, i have been wondering whether a machine polisher with the right pad might be good at it.

A pad won't do it as the flex in the pad will just round off the excess paint and also take off some of the clear coat in the area.

The paint needs to be 'nibbed' and then spot sanded. These festool items are the dogs danglies for this kind of job

http://www.waxamomo.co.uk/ecom-prodshow/497525.html

http://www.waxamomo.co.uk/ecom-prodshow/DWGB.html

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 07 June 2013, 08:37
What are you going to use to sand them back, i have been wondering whether a machine polisher with the right pad might be good at it.

I'm using these:

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/index.php?_a=viewProd&productId=1072

With a few different grades of these:

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/machine-polishing-pads/polishing-accessories/wet-sanding/scholl-concepts-daisies-25-pack/prod_1073.html

Followed by a DA polish with Megs 105 and 205.

 :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 07 June 2013, 18:40
Filled a few stone chips ready for sanding back at the weekend!! :sick:

Filled with paint and then flattened off?


Yup! Had a go at them tonight but i think i need to put a little more paint in them as when the paints cured it's shrunk quite a lot so sits too low, grrrrr >:(

Need to do this with a few chips myself, gonna have to invest in a machine polisher first though...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: nige smith on 09 June 2013, 14:51
Washed, waxed & took some snaps!
(http://i714.photobucket.com/albums/ww145/nigeR3/IMG_1920_zps8716b4bb.jpg) (http://s714.photobucket.com/user/nigeR3/media/IMG_1920_zps8716b4bb.jpg.html)

(http://i714.photobucket.com/albums/ww145/nigeR3/IMG_1919_zps50713132.jpg) (http://s714.photobucket.com/user/nigeR3/media/IMG_1919_zps50713132.jpg.html)

(http://i714.photobucket.com/albums/ww145/nigeR3/IMG_1921_zps6ca87f55.jpg) (http://s714.photobucket.com/user/nigeR3/media/IMG_1921_zps6ca87f55.jpg.html)

(http://i714.photobucket.com/albums/ww145/nigeR3/IMG_1922_zps864721c3.jpg) (http://s714.photobucket.com/user/nigeR3/media/IMG_1922_zps864721c3.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 09 June 2013, 15:17
Washed, waxed & took some snaps!

Looks nice, but you really need to upgrade your wheels mate, them 17 make it look very standard.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 09 June 2013, 15:22
What are you going to use to sand them back, i have been wondering whether a machine polisher with the right pad might be good at it.

A pad won't do it as the flex in the pad will just round off the excess paint and also take off some of the clear coat in the area.

The paint needs to be 'nibbed' and then spot sanded. These festool items are the dogs danglies for this kind of job

http://www.waxamomo.co.uk/ecom-prodshow/497525.html

http://www.waxamomo.co.uk/ecom-prodshow/DWGB.html

Thanks
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: nige smith on 09 June 2013, 15:25
Washed, waxed & took some snaps!

Looks nice, but you really need to upgrade your wheels mate, them 17 make it look very standard.

I like standard! 18s would make the ride harsher too!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 09 June 2013, 17:51
Washed mine as I felt guilty after the reflection photo thread post   :grin:
Also took it for a drive and finally pasted the 10, 000 mile mark. :embarrassed:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 09 June 2013, 18:04
Washed, waxed & took some snaps!

Looks nice, but you really need to upgrade your wheels mate, them 17 make it look very standard.

I like standard! 18s would make the ride harsher too!
each to there own life would be boring if we liked the same stuff :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 09 June 2013, 20:02
I have the 17's on mine and I think it suits the car. I don't like the 18" Monza's - like you say, each to their own  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 09 June 2013, 20:22
I juat dont like the way the 18s corrode.

And to keep it on topic.
I cleaned the inside
Fixed my gearknob thats always slightly moved about since day one.
Checked the tyre pressures.. :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 10 June 2013, 19:39
Received my bluefin back from superchips after being reset. Plugged it in and got an error.

Think my ecu is blocking the read from the superchips hand held. Kept getting hardware error d004.

Will be looking for a refund and looking for somewhere else to remap it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 10 June 2013, 19:45
What age is your car? Is it a GTI or GTD
I know Of a 2012 GTI bluefined without issues.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 10 June 2013, 19:57
its a 2010, I will ring them in the morning. I have read online that there are some cars that the ECU blocks.

Before deciding to use Bluefin I went to Evotune and he said there was no way to map the car without bypassing the ECU. Superchips said they could.

It may be that Superchips haven't unlocked it correctly or maybe have it linked to the wrong car. I will see what they have to say.

What does your mate car go like?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 10 June 2013, 20:07
Not bad extremely smooth and linear.
You should have no trouble with a 2010 GTI as I have read about loads that age been bluefined
GTDs have locked out ecus
GTIs from iirc mid 2012 are locked out.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 10 June 2013, 20:27
booked it on a trip back home to wolfsburg this weekend and a night at the ring
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 11 June 2013, 08:38
Update - tried my bluefin again this morning and it has downloaded original map to send to superchips.

Hmm, not sure what happened there.

Anyway at work now so I can't send it off till tonight :(

I'm worried now that during upload of the new map it fails with a half loaded map....... :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 11 June 2013, 08:57
Update - tried my bluefin again this morning and it has downloaded original map to send to superchips.

Hmm, not sure what happened there.

Anyway at work now so I can't send it off till tonight :(

I'm worried now that during upload of the new map it fails with a half loaded map....... :undecided:

I feel for you, But living in Newcastle you have a great mapping company about 20 mils away. PDT mapping is one of the best in the country and they are only in Sunderland.

They have a great service. Give them a shout.....you wont regret it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 11 June 2013, 10:38
PDT is no longer a running company. They have again changed names, now to Sedox.

I have had a map done by them before when I had my Vectra, tbh it went well for a diesel. Although my mate had his seat Leon cupra done there and when he had it rr'd elsewhere he was advised to take the map off as fueling was wrong and something else was wrong.

Have you had any dealings with them?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 11 June 2013, 12:07
PDT is no longer a running company. They have again changed names, now to Sedox.

I have had a map done by them before when I had my Vectra, tbh it went well for a diesel. Although my mate had his seat Leon cupra done there and when he had it rr'd elsewhere he was advised to take the map off as fueling was wrong and something else was wrong.

Have you had any dealings with them?

Yeah sorry Sedox, forgot they had changed names. I havent personally, few friends have though, and they were really pleased. I think they have really stepped up their game in last year or two.

My first choice been in West Yorkshire would be R-Tech, closely followed by Sedox.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 11 June 2013, 12:47
Pd tuning used to be a revo dealer but had the franchise taken from them.

Like I said, they mapped my Vectra well. I will give bluefin a chance and see what it is like. I only paid £220 for it to be reset as I had it from my previous car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 11 June 2013, 15:05
Received my bluefin back from superchips after being reset. Plugged it in and got an error.

Think my ecu is blocking the read from the superchips hand held. Kept getting hardware error d004.

Will be looking for a refund and looking for somewhere else to remap it.

A mate has a 2011 GTI Bluefinned and it didn't have a locked ECU. I suspect its an error in the file Superchips sent you.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 11 June 2013, 15:36
Received my bluefin back from superchips after being reset. Plugged it in and got an error.

Think my ecu is blocking the read from the superchips hand held. Kept getting hardware error d004.

Will be looking for a refund and looking for somewhere else to remap it.

A mate has a 2011 GTI Bluefinned and it didn't have a locked ECU. I suspect its an error in the file Superchips sent you.

It was when the bluefin unit was reading the current map that it failed, it has now read it successfully.

I will download it when I get home and upload the new map to the car. I'll let you know how it drives when it's all done
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 11 June 2013, 20:51
Well after my smokey engine last week which I thought that my turbo had gone,
After an inspection the garage is pretty certain it was down to the PCV system putting oil into the intake system and pressurising the crank, so decided to fit a Forge catch can, will be testing it out properly on Friday to see if this has solved the problem  :smiley:

Kit is a perfect fit and everything needed to complete the job

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zps684d7ed6.png)
Parts removed
(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zps5b98b9ab.jpg)

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zps3178fc36.jpg)

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zpsa5a1b42c.jpg)

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zps724c2060.jpg)

Well after a good test on track on Friday I'm pleased to say that the catch can system has sorted out the problem, no sign of any smoke whatsoever,
The faulty valve in the pcv system rather pressurises the crank or puts oil straight into the intake pipe,
A worthwhile mod IMO
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 11 June 2013, 21:13
Bluefin installed and wow what a difference, although the eml came on as soon as I started the engine.

Haven't got a fault code yet, any ideas? Hopefully I can reset it and it won't come back
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 11 June 2013, 21:23
Spoke to superchips about this and they said it should clear after abit, mine didn't and the fault code read p2015 which means a new inlet manifold which has nothing to do with the bluefin. The bluefin should show u the fault code mine did, good luck!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 11 June 2013, 21:25
got back from offshore to find my golf still in one piece.

was pretty scruffy so gave it a wash.

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/file_zpsc20dd4af.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/file_zpsc20dd4af.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 11 June 2013, 21:28
got back from offshore to find my golf still in one piece.

was pretty scruffy so gave it a wash.

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/file_zpsc20dd4af.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/file_zpsc20dd4af.jpg.html)

Looking clean, would love to hear how your miltek catback sounds
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 11 June 2013, 22:12
buy it off me and you can listen to it whenever you like! :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 11 June 2013, 22:14
buy it off me and you can listen to it whenever you like! :wink:

Is it for sale?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 11 June 2013, 22:16
yeah i put it in the sales section a couple of weeks ago i think.

i would leave it on purely for looks alone but i dont really drive the car now so might as well et something for my clio with the money. (another milltek probably  :rolleyes:)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 11 June 2013, 22:17
buy it off me and you can listen to it whenever you like! :wink:

Which out of the steering / suspension mods had made the most improvement to the handling.

Once i have my map...then on to brake and handling. Start with springs / coilovers  or ARB / WALK?

Thanks
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 11 June 2013, 22:18
yeah i put it in the sales section a couple of weeks ago i think.

i would leave it on purely for looks alone but i dont really drive the car now so might as well et something for my clio with the money. (another milltek probably  :rolleyes:)

After just reading your last post....what else you selling cheap?  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 11 June 2013, 22:18
Claybarred my Golf, have got some more goodies to use too. Fingers crossed the Maguiars DA G220 v2 turns up friday.

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3680/9020281688_137224c485_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 11 June 2013, 22:36
You seems to have bough a lot of products for your wheel there...

Give a list of exactly what you got bro...and whats with the Maoam  :tongue:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 11 June 2013, 23:01
Claybarred my Golf, have got some more goodies to use too. Fingers crossed the Maguiars DA G220 v2 turns up friday.

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3680/9020281688_137224c485_b.jpg)

EX-P is good stuff

been using it a while and really adds to the depth and shine of the paint

really easy on and off too so its always quick to use but if you leave it on an hour or so you get a more 'wet' look to the paint.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 11 June 2013, 23:03
buy it off me and you can listen to it whenever you like! :wink:

Which out of the steering / suspension mods had made the most improvement to the handling.

Once i have my map...then on to brake and handling. Start with springs / coilovers  or ARB / WALK?

Thanks


all the suspension parts except the B12 kit are sold


i think the WALK was worth having and the sway bar made a difference but i thought the BS kit was crap

the B12 kit is amazing and will most likely be staying on the car as it rides much better as well as handles a bit better and looks spot on to me.

i would possibly sell it for the right money but not bothered really


the exhaust could probably go just to free us some space on my shed more than anything.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 12 June 2013, 06:31
yeah i put it in the sales section a couple of weeks ago i think.

i would leave it on purely for looks alone but i dont really drive the car now so might as well et something for my clio with the money. (another milltek probably  :rolleyes:)

I would love to have it but I'm going on my holiday soon and my gf wouldn't be impressed if I spent some of her spending money. You are just down the road from me too
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 12 June 2013, 17:24
You seems to have bough a lot of products for your wheel there...

Give a list of exactly what you got bro...and whats with the Maoam  :tongue:

Left to Right:
Poorboys wheel cleaner - obviously for the wheels
Poorboys Super Swirl Remover (SSR1) - light swirl remover. (smells of bananas)
Poorboys EX-P - Sealant for after the swirl remover. (smells of coconut)
Valet Pro Dragons Breath - wheel cleaner rumoured very good, supposedly absolutely stinks (not smelt it yet the review I read said that)
Dodo Juice Slippy Refill (dilutes for up to 5 litres)
Dodo Juice Slippy dilute spray bottle. (for Claying)
Poorboys Natty's Paste Red Wax - For after the sealant.(Smells of strawberries)
Dodo Juice Natural Claybars x3 - Use with the Dodo Juice Slippy.
3M Automotive Tape - to stop the Maguiars G220 V2 from touching anything it shouldn't.
Festool Spot Sanding Pads 2000, 3000, 5000 grade - for sanding down touched up stone chips.
Dodo Juice 150mm Fin Pads Black (finishing), Green (Polishing) and Orange (Cutting)
Lake Country CCS Hand Polishing - Polishing Pad x3 - For the non-machine areas.

I also have on order a
Maguiars G220 V2 DA Machine Polisher
Maguiars 7" Finishing Pad
Maguiars 7" Polishing Pad
10 Microfibre cloths
1 Tyre Dressing applicator
1 Festool Spot Sanding device
Poorboys Wheel Sealant Wax

Fingers crossed it all arrives at the weekend and the Rain that's here today goes away, its ruining my nicely clay barred paint work.

Oh and the Maoam are the free sweets the detailers seem to throw in.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 12 June 2013, 17:26
Claybarred my Golf, have got some more goodies to use too. Fingers crossed the Maguiars DA G220 v2 turns up friday.

...

EX-P is good stuff

been using it a while and really adds to the depth and shine of the paint

really easy on and off too so its always quick to use but if you leave it on an hour or so you get a more 'wet' look to the paint.

That's good to hear about the EX-P I have Tornado Red and I am looking for the wet look.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 12 June 2013, 17:33
You seems to have bough a lot of products for your wheel there...

Give a list of exactly what you got bro...and whats with the Maoam  :tongue:

Left to Right:
Poorboys wheel cleaner - obviously for the wheels
Poorboys Super Swirl Remover (SSR1) - light swirl remover. (smells of bananas)
Poorboys EX-P - Sealant for after the swirl remover. (smells of coconut)
Valet Pro Dragons Breath - wheel cleaner rumoured very good, supposedly absolutely stinks (not smelt it yet the review I read said that)
Dodo Juice Slippy Refill (dilutes for up to 5 litres)
Dodo Juice Slippy dilute spray bottle. (for Claying)
Poorboys Natty's Paste Red Wax - For after the sealant.(Smells of strawberries)
Dodo Juice Natural Claybars x3 - Use with the Dodo Juice Slippy.
3M Automotive Tape - to stop the Maguiars G220 V2 from touching anything it shouldn't.
Festool Spot Sanding Pads 2000, 3000, 5000 grade - for sanding down touched up stone chips.
Dodo Juice 150mm Fin Pads Black (finishing), Green (Polishing) and Orange (Cutting)
Lake Country CCS Hand Polishing - Polishing Pad x3 - For the non-machine areas.

I also have on order a
Maguiars G220 V2 DA Machine Polisher
Maguiars 7" Finishing Pad
Maguiars 7" Polishing Pad
10 Microfibre cloths
1 Tyre Dressing applicator
1 Festool Spot Sanding device
Poorboys Wheel Sealant Wax

Fingers crossed it all arrives at the weekend and the Rain that's here today goes away, its ruining my nicely clay barred paint work.

Oh and the Maoam are the free sweets the detailers seem to throw in.

It's gonna be one sweet smelling (and looking) car.  Looking forward to seeing some pics up of your handy work :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 14 June 2013, 09:44
Well today I've removed my Gti rear valance and front bumper lip spoiler to get them painted gloss black.
On a reflex silver car I'm hoping it should look good.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 14 June 2013, 13:12
Well today I've removed my Gti rear valance and front bumper lip spoiler to get them painted gloss black.
On a reflex silver car I'm hoping it should look good.

Remember pictures, would be interested in doing this myself :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 14 June 2013, 13:29
I will do mate.
Hopefully get them back tomorrow or Sunday.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 14 June 2013, 18:04
Driven it to Wolfsburg, 320 mile blast from hook of holland this morning, after 100 it just gets better  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 14 June 2013, 21:36
Washed it ready for the machine polish tomorrow, also touched up a thousand stone chips on the bonnet it looks like it has the chicken pox now. Fingers crossed the weather holds for the me to spend all day, cutting, glazing and waxing.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 14 June 2013, 22:30
Washed it ready for the machine polish tomorrow, also touched up a thousand stone chips on the bonnet it looks like it has the chicken pox now. Fingers crossed the weather holds for the me to spend all day, cutting, glazing and waxing.

where you from?....weather in England looks sh!te for tomorrow
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 15 June 2013, 07:36
I fitted my dab aerial and it works :)

Although I did snap one of the a pillar clips trying to put it back together. Think vw sell them in packs of 50  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 15 June 2013, 11:06
Booked her in for a Revo K04 Turbo  :smiley: so should be good for a min of 360bhp
To be followed by a Wavetrack Diff,
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 15 June 2013, 11:38
Got the front lip spoiler back today after being done gloss black and picking up the rear Gti valance later.
Excuse the poor phone pic
(http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j437/kevsfr/null-3.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 15 June 2013, 15:34
Looks nice, what was the cost for each?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 15 June 2013, 16:20
Not cost me anything.
My mates a painter so it's favour for favour.
Got the valance back but not fitting it until tomorrow
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 15 June 2013, 18:39
Machine Polished it with my new Maguiars see here http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=255430.msg2343452#msg2343452 (http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=255430.msg2343452#msg2343452)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 16 June 2013, 09:02
Fitted my gloss black rear Gti valance today.
I must say I really like it.
(http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j437/kevsfr/null-4.jpg)
(http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j437/kevsfr/null-5.jpg)
(http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j437/kevsfr/null-6.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 16 June 2013, 09:08
That looks brilliant, does it take much to take off the diffuser?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 16 June 2013, 09:09
Only 4 screws to remove.
Literally a couple of minutes. 1 at each corner and 2 in the middle then it comes off
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 16 June 2013, 15:37
Looks great mate!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 16 June 2013, 18:49
Had a stinking drive from Wolfsburg to Nurburgring, roads are a joy to drive on and car adquiited itself admirably, day topped off nicely with a lap around the ring
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 16 June 2013, 21:31
Fitted my rear LED lights  :cool:

(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c148/obbzi/RearLEDregblank2.jpg) (http://s26.photobucket.com/user/obbzi/media/RearLEDregblank2.jpg.html)

(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c148/obbzi/RearLEDregblank.jpg) (http://s26.photobucket.com/user/obbzi/media/RearLEDregblank.jpg.html)

Well, fitted them yesterday buy just utting pics up now  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 16 June 2013, 21:50
Marshy and Obbzi - both mods looking good  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 17 June 2013, 18:53
not my mk6 but...

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/_LND0218_zps93694c77.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/_LND0218_zps93694c77.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/file_zpsda262458.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/file_zpsda262458.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/file_zps7e708f16.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/file_zps7e708f16.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 17 June 2013, 19:06
did you have fun?....they look fun, still not sure on the looks for a daily drivers.

PS: Ive just got a tack day voucher for 6 laps in the Ariel atom - literally cant wait.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 17 June 2013, 19:27
where are you doing it? i got my dad one as a gift.



the car is awesome. much more fun to drive than my golf - handling is really good and brakes are fricking class.

i love the golf for its ease of use, practicality and comfort, plus its pace without any effort required makes life easy but the clio is always the car i choose to drive if im not ferrying kids around with me.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 17 June 2013, 20:51
what track was you at in the clio.

Im up in your neck of the woods next week, Getting some stage 1 action @ Sedox....Cant wait :drool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 17 June 2013, 21:19
blyton park. its a good little track with some very technical sections.

PDT have a good reputation and he know his VAG cars
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 18 June 2013, 16:29
Got something shiny delivered today, ready for fitting on Wednesday next week

KO4 should be good for 360-400 bhp with my other mods  :evil:

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zps4515de65.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 18 June 2013, 16:53
Got something shiny delivered today, ready for fitting on Wednesday next week

KO4 should be good for 360-400 bhp with my other mods  :evil:

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zps4515de65.jpg)

That is a good upgrade, is it just turbo and manifold?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 18 June 2013, 17:13
Yes Revo K04 and Stage 3 software is all that's needed as I already have filter exhaust n cooler fitted

http://www.youtube.com/embed/QS3YuwwmXNM?rel=0&wmode=transparent

http://www.revotechnik.com/2-0tsi-transverse-stage-3/
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 18 June 2013, 18:13
Yes Revo K04 and Stage 3 software is all that's needed as I already have filter exhaust n cooler fitted

http://www.youtube.com/embed/QS3YuwwmXNM?rel=0&wmode=transparent

http://www.revotechnik.com/2-0tsi-transverse-stage-3/

280KPH....WTF ...mad b4st4rd  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 18 June 2013, 19:26
Yes Revo K04 and Stage 3 software is all that's needed as I already have filter exhaust n cooler fitted

http://www.youtube.com/embed/QS3YuwwmXNM?rel=0&wmode=transparent

http://www.revotechnik.com/2-0tsi-transverse-stage-3/

Just been looking at your car on detailing world Neil, looking good  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 18 June 2013, 19:55
Yes Revo K04 and Stage 3 software is all that's needed as I already have filter exhaust n cooler fitted

http://www.youtube.com/embed/QS3YuwwmXNM?rel=0&wmode=transparent

http://www.revotechnik.com/2-0tsi-transverse-stage-3/

280KPH....WTF ...mad b4st4rd  :laugh:

Yes should go well lol :grin:
Yes Revo K04 and Stage 3 software is all that's needed as I already have filter exhaust n cooler fitted

http://www.youtube.com/embed/QS3YuwwmXNM?rel=0&wmode=transparent

http://www.revotechnik.com/2-0tsi-transverse-stage-3/

Just been looking at your car on detailing world Neil, looking good  :cool:

Thanks bud
Adi from Deep Shine is a good mate of mine and does a really good job, he as got OCD I think haha
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 19 June 2013, 13:39
Bought a complete set of discs and pads for it. Can't have rusty brakes in the show and shine at Inters.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 19 June 2013, 13:41
Bought a complete set of discs and pads for it. Can't have rusty brakes in the show and shine at Inters.

Mine are getting quite bad now but i cba painting them tbh. :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 19 June 2013, 13:53
Mine are desperate but won't be doing many track days so don't want to go down the ds2500 route as have heard they are rubbish when cold.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 19 June 2013, 16:15
Got something shiny delivered today, ready for fitting on Wednesday next week

KO4 should be good for 360-400 bhp with my other mods  :evil:

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zps4515de65.jpg)

is the diff going in at the same time, I haven't driven the Rev Rocco since the diff was put in but am told its a completely different motor now, the K04 is full on bonkers

still my fav mk6 (other than mine) lol
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 19 June 2013, 17:35
^^^^
No diff as yet will have to wait a few weeks till I refill the piggy bank lol
You driven the Revo Roc  :smiley: do tell ?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 19 June 2013, 18:25
^^^^
No diff as yet will have to wait a few weeks till I refill the piggy bank lol
You driven the Revo Roc  :smiley: do tell ?

in a word 'rapid' mine felt slow after driving that, in gear performance was just laughable, however, did need a diff, xds doesn't always cut power to the wheel it should
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 19 June 2013, 20:02
^^^^
No diff as yet will have to wait a few weeks till I refill the piggy bank lol
You driven the Revo Roc  :smiley: do tell ?

in a word 'rapid' mine felt slow after driving that, in gear performance was just laughable, however, did need a diff, xds doesn't always cut power to the wheel it should

 :laugh: better get a few more jobs in then to get the diff sorted
Been recommended this as a lot of the vag racing boys are using them

http://www.wavetrac.net/
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 19 June 2013, 20:06
wavetrac is what's gone in the revo roc  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 19 June 2013, 20:42
wavetrac is what's gone in the revo roc  :wink:

I'm on the right track then  :smiley:

Got a quote of £1600 fitted for the Diff, may have to sell some body parts  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 20 June 2013, 17:38
Reeeeeeeeemap. Well not on the Golf, my Passat with the same engine, but the golf will be next.

It was a bit of a spur of the moment as I was working around 3 miles away from CC Tuning at Burton-upon-Trent, so called in for a chat to begin with. Due to my car being a DSG and not been able to put the full power down without it changing gear, Chris couldn't get a full power plot, but before and after runs showed a 40hp and 49lb ft gain. Very, very please with that.

Even better is the economy. The 75 miles trip up there this morning saw a trip computer average of 56mpg. The trip home was 64mpg. Now I appreciate I'm not going to see those sort of figures on everyday running around, but I'm expecting it to return the same sort of economy that my Golf does.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 20 June 2013, 18:13
Reeeeeeeeemap. Well not on the Golf, my Passat with the same engine, but the golf will be next.

It was a bit of a spur of the moment as I was working around 3 miles away from CC Tuning at Burton-upon-Trent, so called in for a chat to begin with. Due to my car being a DSG and not been able to put the full power down without it changing gear, Chris couldn't get a full power plot, but before and after runs showed a 40hp and 49lb ft gain. Very, very please with that.

Even better is the economy. The 75 miles trip up there this morning saw a trip computer average of 56mpg. The trip home was 64mpg. Now I appreciate I'm not going to see those sort of figures on everyday running around, but I'm expecting it to return the same sort of economy that my Golf does.

we are talking diesel yeah?.....

what was the standard BHP before?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 20 June 2013, 18:40
Yeah, 140 CR. The best he could get was 132bhp on the first run due to having to feather the throttle to avoid it down changing and buggering up the dyno plot. The second run was 172bhp. Given that most manuals he's done make a smidge over 140bhp on the first full power run, It ought to be somewhere in the region of 180bhp now.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 20 June 2013, 19:10
Yeah, 140 CR. The best he could get was 132bhp on the first run due to having to feather the throttle to avoid it down changing and buggering up the dyno plot. The second run was 172bhp. Given that most manuals he's done make a smidge over 140bhp on the first full power run, It ought to be somewhere in the region of 180bhp now.

very nice....does the power come on a bit earlier as well?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 20 June 2013, 20:40
Reeeeeeeeemap. Well not on the Golf, my Passat with the same engine, but the golf will be next.

It was a bit of a spur of the moment as I was working around 3 miles away from CC Tuning at Burton-upon-Trent, so called in for a chat to begin with. Due to my car being a DSG and not been able to put the full power down without it changing gear, Chris couldn't get a full power plot, but before and after runs showed a 40hp and 49lb ft gain. Very, very please with that.

Even better is the economy. The 75 miles trip up there this morning saw a trip computer average of 56mpg. The trip home was 64mpg. Now I appreciate I'm not going to see those sort of figures on everyday running around, but I'm expecting it to return the same sort of economy that my Golf does.

I was considering a remap for the fuel economy gains I just can't get mine over 72.2mpg on a trip to work. It just won't do it. It is way over the claimed Max of 65.X mpg though.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 20 June 2013, 22:53
Seriously? cant get over 72.2.....WTF. Why did you buy a GTD if your that bothered about mileage. You obviously bought it so it had some power, use it and have fun....

If my GTI ever averages over 30mpg on the second dial i soon sort that out.....You only live once.  :laugh: :grin: :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 21 June 2013, 13:10

I was considering a remap for the fuel economy gains I just can't get mine over 72.2mpg on a trip to work. It just won't do it. It is way over the claimed Max of 65.X mpg though.

I've just driven 20 miles down the A49 after filling the Passat up, following the lorries at 40mph and been as economical as I can, and averaged 76.6mpg. I've now got a theoretical range to empty of 1050 miles. We all know that's not going to happen, but it looks good.

Seriously? cant get over 72.2.....WTF. Why did you buy a GTD if your that bothered about mileage. You obviously bought it so it had some power, use it and have fun....


Having a nice car that happens to be brisk, doesn't mean you have to drive it quickly. Some of us get pleasure out of just owning something nice without having to use it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 21 June 2013, 13:56

I was considering a remap for the fuel economy gains I just can't get mine over 72.2mpg on a trip to work. It just won't do it. It is way over the claimed Max of 65.X mpg though.

I've just driven 20 miles down the A49 after filling the Passat up, following the lorries at 40mph and been as economical as I can, and averaged 76.6mpg. I've now got a theoretical range to empty of 1050 miles. We all know that's not going to happen, but it looks good.

Seriously? cant get over 72.2.....WTF. Why did you buy a GTD if your that bothered about mileage. You obviously bought it so it had some power, use it and have fun....


Having a nice car that happens to be brisk, doesn't mean you have to drive it quickly. Some of us get pleasure out of just owning something nice without having to use it.

I literally have no idea what your talking about and have never felt that way.

Saying that when i get to 60 that mentality will probably kick in   :tongue:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 21 June 2013, 20:07
Trust me after 56,000 odd miles it hasn't all been done at 72.2mpg, it doesnt have 0-60 in 7.8 seconds for nothing. Or able to do 115mph in 4th (obviously on a private runway). Its ability to overtake is fantastic. :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 July 2013, 22:03
Nothing, but tonight a blackbird family decided that the roof of my car was the perfect place for their chick to fledge the nest, and the perfect launch pad for junior's first flight!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 02 July 2013, 22:06
I climbed underneath it at 5:30 in the wet to try and fund out what the squeaking ticking was when I was driving slow and turning.
All I got was wet and dirty water dripping into my eyes. ... :angry:

Bloody German sh!te....
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 02 July 2013, 22:09
I climbed underneath it at 5:30 in the wet to try and fund out what the squeaking ticking was when I was driving slow and turning.
All I got was wet and dirty water dripping into my eyes. ... :angry:

Bloody German sh!te....

Poor Snoopy, hope you got warm and cosy soon after.

I was thinking about doing some bits outside....looked out the window and thought Nah, F*ck that !!!  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 03 July 2013, 14:09
I climbed underneath it at 5:30 in the wet to try and fund out what the squeaking ticking was when I was driving slow and turning.
All I got was wet and dirty water dripping into my eyes. ... :angry:

Bloody German sh!te....

A trick my dad taught me many years ago when I was a wee lad - he had a Cortina GT at the time and it made some horrible noises from the engine; just turn the radio up louder and drown it out!!!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 03 July 2013, 14:17
in a moment of madness whilst half a sleep agreed to let her use it for going to work and warned her the brakes were a bit sharp  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 03 July 2013, 18:04
Washed the beast for the first time after the wax, it was really easy to clean.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 03 July 2013, 18:22
Got something shiny delivered today, ready for fitting on Wednesday next week

KO4 should be good for 360-400 bhp with my other mods  :evil:

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zps4515de65.jpg)

Is it fitted yet?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 03 July 2013, 19:23
That will make it fun Neil  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 03 July 2013, 21:30
Give it some beans  :evil:
Lots of whissles  :lipsrsealed:
Oh and the rubbing noise isnt there today guess its only when it rains. Must be those boots. :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 04 July 2013, 19:31
Well I'm ready for Inters....... :cool:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/2013-07-04135932_zpsd3070588.png)

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/20130704_140722_LLS_zps897ec101.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 04 July 2013, 20:45
Holy sh!t, that's rapid  :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 04 July 2013, 20:57

the car is awesome. much more fun to drive than my golf - handling is really good and brakes are fricking class.

i love the golf for its ease of use, practicality and comfort, plus its pace without any effort required makes life easy but the clio is always the car i choose to drive if im not ferrying kids around with me.
I had a mates 172 today and had fun zipping in and out the back streets of newcastle, not as good as yours probably, but it makes you realise how slow the golfs steering is, how dulled it steering feel is, , how long the gear change is and the gearing is, how poor the brake pedal feel is. How massive wide the golf is.
Loved the quick turn in and darty nature of the renault.

Oh and to keep on topic. I left mine in the garage :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 04 July 2013, 20:58
Today I fitted the blue main beam upgrade kit.
Took a little bit of time to get them to fit perfectly but got there in the end.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 04 July 2013, 21:14

the car is awesome. much more fun to drive than my golf - handling is really good and brakes are fricking class.

i love the golf for its ease of use, practicality and comfort, plus its pace without any effort required makes life easy but the clio is always the car i choose to drive if im not ferrying kids around with me.
I had a mates 172 today and had fun zipping in and out the back streets of newcastle, not as good as yours probably, but it makes you realise how slow the golfs steering is, how dulled it steering feel is, , how long the gear change is and the gearing is, how poor the brake pedal feel is. How massive wide the golf is.
Loved the quick turn in and darty nature of the renault.

Oh and to keep on topic. I left mine in the garage :grin:

I've been driving my Mk2 around this week. I'd totally forgotten what a brilliant little car it is, despite being 23 years old. As for my Mk6, that's been in the garage too. I'm half way through polishing the bejezzus out of it, ready the the concourse at Inters on Sunday.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 04 July 2013, 21:22
Beat my 72.2mpg gallon high.

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3713/9211731414_26560887e0_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/techie_ali/9211731414/)
73mpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/techie_ali/9211731414/) by Techie_Ali (http://www.flickr.com/people/techie_ali/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 04 July 2013, 21:28
Beat my 72.2mpg gallon high.

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3713/9211731414_26560887e0_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/techie_ali/9211731414/)
73mpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/techie_ali/9211731414/) by Techie_Ali (http://www.flickr.com/people/techie_ali/), on Flickr

This makes me wanna  :cry:

I reached the heady heights of 32mpg today!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 04 July 2013, 21:43
Beat my 72.2mpg gallon high.

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3713/9211731414_26560887e0_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/techie_ali/9211731414/)
73mpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/techie_ali/9211731414/) by Techie_Ali (http://www.flickr.com/people/techie_ali/), on Flickr

This makes me wanna  :cry:

I reached the heady heights of 32mpg today!

I have to admit I try very hard. Its impressive as my GTD is only supposed to do 65.2mpg Extra Urban.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 04 July 2013, 21:58
You need to go buy a Prius or at least go on the Prius forums.....They would love you over there
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 04 July 2013, 22:52
You need to go buy a Prius or at least go on the Prius forums.....They would love you over there

I hear the Prius mpg is not as good. They might hate me. :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 04 July 2013, 23:15
Holy sh!t, that's rapid  :shocked:

Sure is!    This helps a little...... :wink:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/20130701_191732_zps7300f640.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 04 July 2013, 23:30
Holy sh!t, that's rapid  :shocked:

Sure is!    This helps a little...... :wink:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/20130701_191732_zps7300f640.jpg)

You still on the K04?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 04 July 2013, 23:43
Holy sh!t, that's rapid  :shocked:

Sure is!    This helps a little...... :wink:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/20130701_191732_zps7300f640.jpg)

You still on the K04?

For Inters, yes, but not for much longer!  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 04 July 2013, 23:49
Holy sh!t, that's rapid  :shocked:

Sure is!    This helps a little...... :wink:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/20130701_191732_zps7300f640.jpg)

You still on the K04?

For Inters, yes, but not for much longer!  :wink:

Still chasing that 1/4 mile prize.   Hope you get some good runs in this weekend mate  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 05 July 2013, 19:22
Well after getting my K04 fitted last week, i thought it was time i got my chain tensioner replaced for piece of mind, so all should be well now,
The mechanic said he couldn't believe how crap the existing one was,
compared to the latest revision  :shocked: and he said he's not surprised VW are having issues with them,
So it sounds like its a £260 well spent
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 05 July 2013, 19:56
Well after getting my K04 fitted last week, i thought it was time i got my chain tensioner replaced for piece of mind, so all should be well now,
The mechanic said he couldn't believe how crap the existing one was,
compared to the latest revision  :shocked: and he said he's not surprised VW are having issues with them,
So it sounds like its a £260 well spent
Told you it was a very poor design. Shocking isnt it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 05 July 2013, 20:13
Well after getting my K04 fitted last week, i thought it was time i got my chain tensioner replaced for piece of mind, so all should be well now,
The mechanic said he couldn't believe how crap the existing one was,
compared to the latest revision  :shocked: and he said he's not surprised VW are having issues with them,
So it sounds like its a £260 well spent
Told you it was a very poor design. Shocking isnt it.

It sure is, I'm glad I got it replaced now
It was always in the back of my mind when starting up so no need to worry now  :smiley:
From my original one that was fitted there has been 4 revisions of the part.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 July 2013, 21:26
Checked oil and gave it a drink!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 06 July 2013, 08:00
Well after getting my K04 fitted last week, i thought it was time i got my chain tensioner replaced for piece of mind, so all should be well now,
The mechanic said he couldn't believe how crap the existing one was,
compared to the latest revision  :shocked: and he said he's not surprised VW are having issues with them,
So it sounds like its a £260 well spent
Told you it was a very poor design. Shocking isnt it.

It sure is, I'm glad I got it replaced now
It was always in the back of my mind when starting up so no need to worry now  :smiley:
From my original one that was fitted there has been 4 revisions of the part.

Think I am going to get this upgrade done as a precautionary measure....anyhows how does the car feel with the bigger turbo?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 06 July 2013, 08:15
Well after getting my K04 fitted last week, i thought it was time i got my chain tensioner replaced for piece of mind, so all should be well now,
The mechanic said he couldn't believe how crap the existing one was,
compared to the latest revision  :shocked: and he said he's not surprised VW are having issues with them,
So it sounds like its a £260 well spent
Told you it was a very poor design. Shocking isnt it.

It sure is, I'm glad I got it replaced now
It was always in the back of my mind when starting up so no need to worry now  :smiley:
From my original one that was fitted there has been 4 revisions of the part.
Was you mechanic happy with the new design one do you know?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 06 July 2013, 18:24
Well after getting my K04 fitted last week, i thought it was time i got my chain tensioner replaced for piece of mind, so all should be well now,
The mechanic said he couldn't believe how crap the existing one was,
compared to the latest revision  :shocked: and he said he's not surprised VW are having issues with them,
So it sounds like its a £260 well spent
Told you it was a very poor design. Shocking isnt it.

It sure is, I'm glad I got it replaced now
It was always in the back of my mind when starting up so no need to worry now  :smiley:
From my original one that was fitted there has been 4 revisions of the part.
Was you mechanic happy with the new design one do you know?

Yes he said the new design is a lot better, and was happy that it is far superior than the old one  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 06 July 2013, 18:33
Well after getting my K04 fitted last week, i thought it was time i got my chain tensioner replaced for piece of mind, so all should be well now,
The mechanic said he couldn't believe how crap the existing one was,
compared to the latest revision  :shocked: and he said he's not surprised VW are having issues with them,
So it sounds like its a £260 well spent
Told you it was a very poor design. Shocking isnt it.

It sure is, I'm glad I got it replaced now
It was always in the back of my mind when starting up so no need to worry now  :smiley:
From my original one that was fitted there has been 4 revisions of the part.

Think I am going to get this upgrade done as a precautionary measure....anyhows how does the car feel with the bigger turbo?

With the Bigger turbo it just pulls n pulls all the way to 7k  :evil:
Puts the power down really well if you control it right with your right foot,
You get into licence losing territory very quickly without even trying, got another TrackDays coming up on the 22nd so will get a chance to compare it properly with the standard turbo, it also sounds awesome with the BCS power valve system on boost  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 06 July 2013, 18:46
Thanks Neil. :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 07 July 2013, 08:01
Neil,
Are you running one of these?
http://www.golfmk6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=60585
I do like their you tube video  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 07 July 2013, 10:19
Neil,
Are you running one of these?
http://www.golfmk6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=60585
I do like their you tube video  :grin:

Yes great video  :grin:
I was looking at that the other day on the apr site, it's something that I've always known about, and touch wood never had any major issues, I always keep a close check on oil levels because of this,
The recent issue I had with the white smoke on track were I thought I had blown my turbo was due to the PCV failure and pumping oil into the intake system, I've since fitted the catch can and now all seems ok, I emptied my catch can the day as it was full of what looked like muddy water :( so at least that has stopped all that crap going back through the engines intake system, (can fills a lot quicker than I thought it would)
Think I'm gonna fit an oil pressure gauge and keep an eye on things tho,
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 07 July 2013, 10:41
Managed to get 41mpg average for a whole journey! Woo Hooooo!
Darn it was boring. Never again will I get stuck behind an i10...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 07 July 2013, 10:50
Managed to get 41mpg average for a whole journey! Woo Hooooo!
Darn it was boring. Never again will I get stuck behind an i10...

I did similar yesterday on the way to inters in the interest of fly avoidance. 39mpg didn't go above 60, on the way home however the usual 32mpg sitting at 75-80.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Dawnskaybug on 07 July 2013, 17:27
I got my big dent smoothed out at InterDUSTonal Saturday for 50 quid. They used a drill polisher and swirled the area. It bothered the hell out of me SO today I re-compounded/polished/Opti Coated the door and clayed the back hatch which got really gritty this winter finsihing up with the 3 step combo. I havent waxed it in 14 months and the Opti-Coat is holding up great, All I do is wash it when it needs it. I didnt wash it from Nov-Apr  http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-opti-coat.html
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: pryda on 07 July 2013, 22:08
had my front bumper smoothed and sprayed...

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2837/9230882073_b1ce94b4b6_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84462936@N03/9230882073/)
IMG_7958 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84462936@N03/9230882073/) by Pryda_VDub (http://www.flickr.com/people/84462936@N03/), on Flickr

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2816/9230880453_0f5a5e39a1_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84462936@N03/9230880453/)
IMG_7960 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84462936@N03/9230880453/) by Pryda_VDub (http://www.flickr.com/people/84462936@N03/), on Flickr

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3716/9233659560_07672e8397_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84462936@N03/9233659560/)
IMG_7962 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84462936@N03/9233659560/) by Pryda_VDub (http://www.flickr.com/people/84462936@N03/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 07 July 2013, 22:13
Nice! So where is the number plate going to live?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: pryda on 07 July 2013, 22:16
Nice! So where is the number plate going to live?

undecided as yet. a mate with a mk5 has done a magnet mod, where magnets are mounted behind the bumper and on the reg plate to hold it in place.

if not that, then it will live on the lower grille until show time.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 08 July 2013, 11:34
always a good call putting the plate directly in front of the intercooler, i'm a fan of the 'shoved in the window it fell off officer look'
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 08 July 2013, 12:35
I sort of understand why you would do this mod, but in a country where we have to display a front number plate, and it's fitted somewhere other than the proper place, it makes the car look like it's broken.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 08 July 2013, 14:21
always a good call putting the plate directly in front of the intercooler, i'm a fan of the 'shoved in the window it fell off officer look'

Lool, i know, thats is pure dumb...   :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 July 2013, 14:26
always a good call putting the plate directly in front of the intercooler, i'm a fan of the 'shoved in the window it fell off officer look'

Haha, this was my first though when I saw Pryda's post.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 08 July 2013, 14:33
My rear control arms and other bits under the car are getting hit by a lot of rust, so i bought these 2 products, one to remove rust and then bought some Satin paint to give it a fresh coat, is anyones else rear control arms a bit rusty....mines a 59 plate


(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/31a30c5a-98ef-4c7a-85e0-0f8821c3fe8f_zpscb5863a2.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 08 July 2013, 20:44
Watched on in disbelief as some stupid woman reversed into my car!! :angry: :angry: :angry: :angry: :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 08 July 2013, 21:14
Watched on in disbelief as some stupid woman reversed into my car!! :angry: :angry: :angry: :angry: :angry:

Wtf!!! How did that happen?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 08 July 2013, 21:16
Ouch....colourful language rant, or restrained anger?

Just taken our Golf out for a 28mile summer evening drive....all I will say is an average mpg of 19.6  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 08 July 2013, 22:23
Ouch....colourful language rant, or restrained anger?

Just taken our Golf out for a 28mile summer evening drive....all I will say is an average mpg of 19.6  :evil:

Thats more the MPG i like to see....hate these guys who brag about 40+ MPG...so boring  :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 July 2013, 22:26
Ouch....colourful language rant, or restrained anger?

Just taken our Golf out for a 28mile summer evening drive....all I will say is an average mpg of 19.6  :evil:

Thats more the MPG i like to see....hate these guys who brag about 40+ MPG...so boring  :grin: :grin: :grin:

What's 40mpg  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 08 July 2013, 23:17
Ouch....colourful language rant, or restrained anger?

Just taken our Golf out for a 28mile summer evening drive....all I will say is an average mpg of 19.6  :evil:

Restrained delayed anger, I'm sure the rage will come out on some poor sod tomorrow  :whistle:

A neighbour reversed into it because she was solely using the reverse camera and no mirrors :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 July 2013, 23:28
Ouch....colourful language rant, or restrained anger?

Just taken our Golf out for a 28mile summer evening drive....all I will say is an average mpg of 19.6  :evil:

Restrained delayed anger, I'm sure the rage will come out on some poor sod tomorrow  :whistle:

A neighbour reversed into it because she was solely using the reverse camera and no mirrors :angry:

I never specced a car with parking sensors or reverse camera, think they breed complacency.  If you can't park it you shouldn't be driving it........simples!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: simonpolly on 09 July 2013, 15:40
Second MOT passed with no problems :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 10 July 2013, 13:42
Got a long hedge scratch down full length of passeger side, during a work visit to a rural site :cry:  :cry:   Hopefully it will polish out.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 10 July 2013, 19:34
Got a long hedge scratch down full length of passeger side, during a work visit to a rural site :cry:  :cry:   Hopefully it will polish out.

A mate called round the other day in his Skoda Superb. He reckoned it had been keyed all down the one side. I didn't think it had as there were two parallelish lines and bits of foliage sticking out from behind the rub strip. I set about it with my DA, and it all came out in no time.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 10 July 2013, 22:26
Got a long hedge scratch down full length of passeger side, during a work visit to a rural site :cry:  :cry:   Hopefully it will polish out.

A mate called round the other day in his Skoda Superb. He reckoned it had been keyed all down the one side. I didn't think it had as there were two parallelish lines and bits of foliage sticking out from behind the rub strip. I set about it with my DA, and it all came out in no time.

He's lucky to have a good mate who's handy with a DA. 

Mine happened driving up a dirt track, reached point where vegetation was very overgrown on either side, decided to reverse back down but by then a car was behind me, so had to carry on.   All I could hear was the horrible sound of bushes scratching my lovely paintwork  :cry:   On closer inspection there's loads of fine scratch marks as well as the long scratch, but nothing a polish can't sort.


Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 11 July 2013, 08:25
  On closer inspection there's loads of fine scratch marks as well as the long scratch, but nothing a polish can't sort.

What have you tried to remove it with? You'd be surprised what the right polish/pad combo will get out. If you weren't 250miles away, I'd be happy to have a go at it for you.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 11 July 2013, 12:15
  On closer inspection there's loads of fine scratch marks as well as the long scratch, but nothing a polish can't sort.

What have you tried to remove it with? You'd be surprised what the right polish/pad combo will get out. If you weren't 250miles away, I'd be happy to have a go at it for you.

Haha, 250 miles is a bit far, but I appreciate the sentiment  :smiley:

Haven't tried anything yet.  Tbh it's hard to judge properly as it's so dirty :embarrassed: but will have a better idea once it's been washed this weekend.   It will definately polish out and I have good variety of pads/polish which should cover it. Just need the luxury of time!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 11 July 2013, 18:28
Wasted 3 days trying to sort my car.
On Tuesday I returned to Sedox performance due to my harsh diesel knock on my cr170. After getting a revised map flashed my car then sounded like it had a boost leak!
After road testing and having lack of power another 3 different files were flashes on and none were any better.
After leaving with the first revised map and poor power and performance I limped the 90 miles home.
I've spent the last couple of days replacing the intercooler o-ring seals and pressure testing all the pipework from the turbo to the throttle body all if which is leak free as I tested it up to 28psi.
I've researched the turbo actuator problem but the vacuum side works perfect and no vacuum loss. I've tried disconnecting the airflow meter which doesn't make any difference.
I logged the car lastnight and it does eventually make target boost pressure but higher up the revs than previous.
Anyone any ideas?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 11 July 2013, 18:32
Wasted 3 days trying to sort my car.
On Tuesday I returned to Sedox performance due to my harsh diesel knock on my cr170. After getting a revised map flashed my car then sounded like it had a boost leak!
After road testing and having lack of power another 3 different files were flashes on and none were any better.
After leaving with the first revised map and poor power and performance I limped the 90 miles home.
I've spent the last couple of days replacing the intercooler o-ring seals and pressure testing all the pipework from the turbo to the throttle body all if which is leak free as I tested it up to 28psi.
I've researched the turbo actuator problem but the vacuum side works perfect and no vacuum loss. I've tried disconnecting the airflow meter which doesn't make any difference.
I logged the car lastnight and it does eventually make target boost pressure but higher up the revs than previous.
Anyone any ideas?

Thought them guys at Sedox were pretty decent. Have they not given you any more info on what it might be?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 11 July 2013, 20:49
It wasn't an issue until they flashed another map on high is very strange.
I even asked for a refund and wanted the car returned to standard but that was a no no too.
I emailed them again yesterday with no reply.
I originally wanted Revo but was advised their software was as good but cheaper.
After £400 and now it looks like I'll need to pay vw £72 to out it back to standard.
I guess that's what you get if you buy cheap buy twice! Not that £400 is cheap but £180 cheaper than Revo.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 11 July 2013, 20:57
Drove it and on way home from work at a mini roundabout there was my car, 2 candy white GTis and a very shiny red R.  It was like an impromptu meet!   Also just seen four mk5s, all black with black badges.

Must be GTi day in Canterbury today  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 11 July 2013, 21:31
golf went to the shops, SEAT went for a service, clio got a new set of boots and wheels.

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zpse8606322.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zpse8606322.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: devilscaff on 12 July 2013, 22:51
A damn good wash, she is two weeks old now
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 14 July 2013, 15:51
Washed and waxed.  Took ages as kept breaking off to watch Ashes...... Great win  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AndyG on 14 July 2013, 16:35
Booth11,did you manage to polish those scratches out?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 14 July 2013, 16:44
Booth11,did you manage to polish those scratches out?

Didn't get the DA out today as pushed for time (and it needs claying before full polish).  But the fine scratches hand polished out a treat.  After washing it, I could see there were less damage than I first thought.    The thick layer of dirt seemed to have protected the paint  :laugh:    Just leaves the one long scratch which needs machining.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 15 July 2013, 22:48
Today I missed my car  :cry: :cry: Driving around in my courtesy car still  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 16 July 2013, 19:59
Left the GTI in the garage since sunday and been using the leon 130 tdi. Torque and boost, I keep forgetting how I enjoy using the leon when zipping about town since using the GTI.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 16 July 2013, 20:10
GTI went to the shops and took the kids to the park.

the clio had a sound thrashing at croft.

Advan AD08's are epic!

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/file_zps028c84b2.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/file_zps028c84b2.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/XSP_0223_zpsaf9a6db6.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/XSP_0223_zpsaf9a6db6.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/file_zpsbe04352f.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/file_zpsbe04352f.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 16 July 2013, 21:03
Used Chemical Guys Speed Wipe for the first time today, really nice product, brought it straight back to it best in 5 mins with no water at all. Defo worth a buy
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 17 July 2013, 20:47
New Black nose....
(http://i1305.photobucket.com/albums/s544/Raffe74/BlackBadge_zpsdde09bef.jpg) (http://s1305.photobucket.com/user/Raffe74/media/BlackBadge_zpsdde09bef.jpg.html)

..and a cheeky little sticker....
(http://i1305.photobucket.com/albums/s544/Raffe74/P1020036_zps936640f5.jpg) (http://s1305.photobucket.com/user/Raffe74/media/P1020036_zps936640f5.jpg.html)

 :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: phil1975 on 17 July 2013, 22:46
Full detail, washed, iron x, tardis, clayed, polished, sealed, chemical guys butter wet look wax. :cool:

(http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z331/phil1975/27062013651_zps6251e42c.jpg) (http://s1184.photobucket.com/user/phil1975/media/27062013651_zps6251e42c.jpg.html)

(http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z331/phil1975/27062013656_zpsd1869a01.jpg) (http://s1184.photobucket.com/user/phil1975/media/27062013656_zpsd1869a01.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 17 July 2013, 23:01
Full detail, washed, iron x, tardis, clayed, polished, sealed, chemical guys butter wet look wax. :cool:

Looks good. Mk2 XR2 looks good too; wanted one of these in the early 80's, but went for an XR3 instead (sorry, I was young and foolish!), when I should have gone for a mk1 Golf GTI.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: phil1975 on 18 July 2013, 08:48
Full detail, washed, iron x, tardis, clayed, polished, sealed, chemical guys butter wet look wax. :cool:

Looks good. Mk2 XR2 looks good too; wanted one of these in the early 80's, but went for an XR3 instead (sorry, I was young and foolish!), when I should have gone for a mk1 Golf GTI.

 :smiley: Thanks, was worth all the effort.

Well spotted "project xr2" bought with a mate of mine back in may, currently mid way through a restoration (looking sorry for itself today no bodykit or interior, going in for a respray) current plan is to buy a car every year or two, restore, keep, build a small collection. A mk1 or mk2 gti is definitely on that wish list!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 18 July 2013, 09:01
There's a woman round our way that still drives the E reg, white XR2 that she's had from new. It's still got the original dealers number plates and stickers. Looks half tidy and sounds very sweet. Well as sweet as a CVH can, and not a hint of blue smoke.  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: phil1975 on 18 July 2013, 10:32
There's a woman round our way that still drives the E reg, white XR2 that she's had from new. It's still got the original dealers number plates and stickers. Looks half tidy and sounds very sweet. Well as sweet as a CVH can, and not a hint of blue smoke.  :cool:

Mines a E plate to, they do have a distinct engine/exhaust note, the car is currently at the it can only get better from now stage....

(http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z331/phil1975/30062013677_zpsc0de8a58.jpg) (http://s1184.photobucket.com/user/phil1975/media/30062013677_zpsc0de8a58.jpg.html)

Hopefully be running on twin carbs soon, 120bhp-ish it needs no more!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: andygo on 18 July 2013, 18:00
Pianted my rear diffuser black. Its having its 2 pack clear laquer applied as I type. Be ready to put back on. Couldn't believe how easy it was to take off - 2 mins.

Had to clean it with thinners, quick flat with 800 grade, apply a thin coat of 'adhesion improver' from an aerosol, sprayed it satin black (doesn't matter if its having clearcoat on top) and took to a mates who is finishing it off.

You can in fact clearcoat it with 2 pack laquer from an aerosol from your local paint factors for the same effect.

Going to look tasty on my red GTi with Monza's... has to be a good mod for under a tenner.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 18 July 2013, 19:10
There's a woman round our way that still drives the E reg, white XR2 that she's had from new. It's still got the original dealers number plates and stickers. Looks half tidy and sounds very sweet. Well as sweet as a CVH can, and not a hint of blue smoke.  :cool:

Mines a E plate to, they do have a distinct engine/exhaust note, the car is currently at the it can only get better from now stage....

(http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z331/phil1975/30062013677_zpsc0de8a58.jpg) (http://s1184.photobucket.com/user/phil1975/media/30062013677_zpsc0de8a58.jpg.html)

Hopefully be running on twin carbs soon, 120bhp-ish it needs no more!!!!!!!!!

Sounds good :cool:

I have owned a few over the years, my best one was an E reg back in the mid 90's which I modded and went like stink, nearly as quick as my subsequent 1.9 205 GTi.

Would love another, but I daren't think as to how bad the rust would be :sick:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 19 July 2013, 08:43
I took mine around cadwell last night on an evening track day. Car was superb, completely stock with bridgestone potenza's all round, great fun! time to but some track tyres and a new set of rims!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 19 July 2013, 21:33
Pianted my rear diffuser black. Its having its 2 pack clear laquer applied as I type. Be ready to put back on. Couldn't believe how easy it was to take off - 2 mins.

Had to clean it with thinners, quick flat with 800 grade, apply a thin coat of 'adhesion improver' from an aerosol, sprayed it satin black (doesn't matter if its having clearcoat on top) and took to a mates who is finishing it off.

You can in fact clearcoat it with 2 pack laquer from an aerosol from your local paint factors for the same effect.

Going to look tasty on my red GTi with Monza's... has to be a good mod for under a tenner.

Get some pics up when its done, I want to do mine, as soon as I get my car back that is  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: andygo on 20 July 2013, 15:58
Pianted my rear diffuser black. Its having its 2 pack clear laquer applied as I type. Be ready to put back on. Couldn't believe how easy it was to take off - 2 mins.

Had to clean it with thinners, quick flat with 800 grade, apply a thin coat of 'adhesion improver' from an aerosol, sprayed it satin black (doesn't matter if its having clearcoat on top) and took to a mates who is finishing it off.

You can in fact clearcoat it with 2 pack laquer from an aerosol from your local paint factors for the same effect.

Going to look tasty on my red GTi with Monza's... has to be a good mod for under a tenner.

Get some pics up when its done, I want to do mine, as soon as I get my car back that is  :cry:

Here you go:

(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y182/andygo/diffuser/IMG_0476.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/andygo/media/diffuser/IMG_0476.jpg.html)

(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y182/andygo/diffuser/IMG_0477.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/andygo/media/diffuser/IMG_0477.jpg.html)

(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y182/andygo/diffuser/IMG_0478.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/andygo/media/diffuser/IMG_0478.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 20 July 2013, 21:31
after washing it today i tried out a new detailer (poorboys spray and wipe) vs my usual choice (poorboys spray and gloss)


usually i wash my car, towel dry it, clean and dry the door jambs etc, run it round the block to dry off the brakes etc then use detailer spray to go over the car and catch any water runs.


up to now ive been using poorboys spray and gloss and like it but ordered 2x bottles of spray and wipe in error and gave it a go today.


cant tell any bloody difference between them apart from the price! spray and wipe smells nicer and is maybe (very) slightly easier to wipe off without residue/streaking, the spray and gloss may leave an ever so slightly more shiny finish but hardly anything in it.

spray and wipe is meant to be a waterless wash as well as a detailer so possibly safer to use as its designed to be used on a dirty car (not that i ever would!)? it does seem thicker than the other type.



just to compare against another product i also went back to meguiar nxt gen speed detailer which i keep in the boot for ages for wiping off bird sh!t.

the meguairs stuff is rubbish - ok for bird sh!t emergencies duties but otherwise its pretty poor IMO.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 21 July 2013, 21:56
andygo, that lloks pretty damned fine  :cool: Can you tell me exactly what items you used and where you got them from as soon as I get my car back I'm going to do it  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: andygo on 22 July 2013, 09:28
Heres a short how to:

1/. Remove the 4 small torx bolts from bottom lip of diffuser.

2/. Gently pull off diffuser from bumper. Mine came off easily.

3/. Thoroughly clean diffuser, gently flat surface with 600 grade wet and dry. No need to go mad as the coats of laquer will smooth out dimples.

4. Apply a light mist of plastic primer such as this:

(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y182/andygo/diffuser/IMG_0483.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/andygo/media/diffuser/IMG_0483.jpg.html)   Allow to cure for 20 mins or so.

(Don't get your products from Halfords - find a paint factors locally that the trade use. They all have this sort of gear.)

5/. Apply your black paint and allow to dry.. I used satin black as I had some. Doesn't have to be gloss as your laquer will provide that.

6/. Apply your clearcoat laquer in several light coats. 
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y182/andygo/diffuser/IMG_0484.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/andygo/media/diffuser/IMG_0484.jpg.html)

Allow to dry, preferably overnight. Once you have built up a decent depth, carefully flat it down using 800 grade wet and dry. Take care not to overdo it and break through to the plastic.

7/. Reapply several more coats of laquer for you final finish. Allow to dry properly. I then polished mine using autoglym resin polish, but the laquer should be shiny enough on its own.

8/. Carefully reattach diffuser to bumper. I lined mine up at one end and banged mine into place using the bottom of my fist. It pops back in without too much force, but better to do it like that than exert pressure with your fingers that could leave fingerprints if the laquer is still a bit soft.

(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y182/andygo/diffuser/IMG_0482.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/andygo/media/diffuser/IMG_0482.jpg.html)

Just noticed I have a bit of polish residue on, hence the white specks.
 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 22 July 2013, 09:44
 http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=257189.0

 :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 22 July 2013, 13:33
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=257189.0

 :cry:

Why?  Are you selling it Raffe?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 22 July 2013, 13:59
The car is likely to be sold next year, but the wife has decided she doesn't like the exhaust and intake 'noises' and with me having driven the car once in over a month I can't really call the tune on this one.

Hoping that with the Stage 1 software it will still be fun, shouldn't drop too much power.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 22 July 2013, 17:45
The car is likely to be sold next year, but the wife has decided she doesn't like the exhaust and intake 'noises' and with me having driven the car once in over a month I can't really call the tune on this one.

Hoping that with the Stage 1 software it will still be fun, shouldn't drop too much power.

Shame for you but can see her point, especially if you don't drive it much.  Hopefully it will still be a fun, if occasional drive.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 22 July 2013, 20:00
Will be fine, and I have my eye on an M135i :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 25 July 2013, 14:48
Well not today but Tuesday I took my gtd and had a stage 1 Revo map loaded :grin:
Due to my previous tuner ruining my car I had to shell out money to get a proper map.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 25 July 2013, 15:23
Well not today but Tuesday I took my gtd and had a stage 1 Revo map loaded :grin:
Due to my previous tuner ruining my car I had to shell out money to get a proper map.

How does it feel now?

Last comment made me laugh, but a bit harsh....
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 25 July 2013, 15:31
How does it feel now? PERFECT
Nothing harsh at all after wasting £383 at sedox and no refund as they blamed my car and not the software this 100% proved my car was healthy.
Car is ultra quiet much much smoother and goes extremely well!
Mpg is has improved back to what it used to be too.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 25 July 2013, 17:08
where did you go for it, was it a standard remap, or did you pop it on the rollers again...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 25 July 2013, 17:20
Original remap done at Sedox performance Sunderland as you know.
Went to Revo dealer Konzept at Glasgow who flashed a standard map on the car and sent me away for testing to be sure I was 100% happy with the car in standard form. Even starting the car I knew instantly.
After I'd done 15 miles on standard map I was happy all the Sedox problems were gone.
I then returned to them and they installed Revo stage 1 software. We never dyno'd it we went on a 20 mile road test and the difference is huge.
On Tuesday Dave at Sedox offered me a Revo map at 40% off which I refused. Glad I did because after contacting Revo HQ it seems Sedox or pd tuning are not Revo dealers although they have a Revo authorised dealer sign outside!!!
Happy with the car in every way but disappointed that Sedox will not refund or partially refund my wasted £383.
As you know on the mk5 forum he and his fan boys tried to condemn my car and not the software.
How wrong he was and I've now got the proof.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: barrym381 on 25 July 2013, 17:28
Original remap done at Sedox performance Sunderland as you know.
Went to Revo dealer Konzept at Glasgow who flashed a standard map on the car and sent me away for testing to be sure I was 100% happy with the car in standard form. Even starting the car I knew instantly.
After I'd done 15 miles on standard map I was happy all the Sedox problems were gone.
I then returned to them and they installed Revo stage 1 software. We never dyno'd it we went on a 20 mile road test and the difference is huge.
On Tuesday Dave at Sedox offered me a Revo map at 40% off which I refused. Glad I did because after contacting Revo HQ it seems Sedox or pd tuning are not Revo dealers although they have a Revo authorised dealer sign outside!!!
Happy with the car in every way but disappointed that Sedox will not refund or partially refund my wasted £383.
As you know on the mk5 forum he and his fan boys tried to condemn my car and not the software.
How wrong he was and I've now got the proof.
was it stevie or fiasal that done your map at Konzept :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 25 July 2013, 18:03
Booked in with Steve but Faisal (not sure on the spelling) done the work.
Both seemed very helpful and passionate about the product. :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: barrym381 on 25 July 2013, 18:14
Booked in with Steve but Faisal (not sure on the spelling) done the work.
Both seemed very helpful and passionate about the product. :wink:
would agree with you they are both very helpful an will try there best to make sure you are happy rather than just take your money  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 25 July 2013, 20:05
Finally washed it after holidays in sunny edinburgh watching the open  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: TomS_ on 25 July 2013, 23:21
Today: installed RCD-510 DAB, with just a temporary DAB antenna stuffed under the dash (above the air vent.)

But DAB reception is kind of weak and the audio is dropping, so this setup will need to be improved.

I do plan to run a cable from the boot and install the proper module, but that'll have to wait for a longer weekend as its going to be a relatively full on job with all the trim that needs to be removed and worked around.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 27 July 2013, 13:21
Fitted a Nuespeed discharge pipe and a Revo Stasis throttle pipe,
Max flow now from intake to exhaust tips   :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 27 July 2013, 15:18
Fitted a Nuespeed discharge pipe and a Revo Stasis throttle pipe,
Max flow now from intake to exhaust tips   :laugh:

Any pics?  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 27 July 2013, 18:01
Fitted a Nuespeed discharge pipe and a Revo Stasis throttle pipe,
Max flow now from intake to exhaust tips   :laugh:

Any pics?  :whistle:

Sorry no pics  :embarrassed: can't believe how restrictive the pancake pipe (throttle pipe) was,
throttle response is immediate and coupled with the other goodies it now goes like stink  :grin:

Roll on Friday for another Ring trip DN9  :laugh:


http://www.awesomegti.com/brand/neuspeed/neuspeed-2-0tsi-hi-flow-turbo-discharge-kit-48-02-71

http://revohardware.com/p/55/revo-integrated-throttle-pipe-for-vw-golf-mk6-20-tsi
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 27 July 2013, 18:37
Fitted a Nuespeed discharge pipe and a Revo Stasis throttle pipe,
Max flow now from intake to exhaust tips   :laugh:

Any pics?  :whistle:

Sorry no pics  :embarrassed: can't believe how restrictive the pancake pipe (throttle pipe) was,
throttle response is immediate and coupled with the other goodies it now goes like stink  :grin:

Roll on Friday for another Ring trip DN9  :laugh:


http://www.awesomegti.com/brand/neuspeed/neuspeed-2-0tsi-hi-flow-turbo-discharge-kit-48-02-71

http://revohardware.com/p/55/revo-integrated-throttle-pipe-for-vw-golf-mk6-20-tsi

Looks ok if you have a spare £160 lying around, dont think it would be necessary on a stock or stage 1 would it (i know you are running higher) ...Cant see it been that much less restrictive on the discharge side of the turbo...

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 27 July 2013, 18:44
Fitted a Nuespeed discharge pipe and a Revo Stasis throttle pipe,
Max flow now from intake to exhaust tips   :laugh:

Any pics?  :whistle:

Sorry no pics  :embarrassed: can't believe how restrictive the pancake pipe (throttle pipe) was,
throttle response is immediate and coupled with the other goodies it now goes like stink  :grin:

Roll on Friday for another Ring trip DN9  :laugh:


http://www.awesomegti.com/brand/neuspeed/neuspeed-2-0tsi-hi-flow-turbo-discharge-kit-48-02-71

http://revohardware.com/p/55/revo-integrated-throttle-pipe-for-vw-golf-mk6-20-tsi

Looks ok if you have a spare £160 lying around, dont think it would be necessary on a stock or stage 1 would it (i know you are running higher) ...Cant see it been that much less restrictive on the discharge side of the turbo...

I had to fit the discharge pipe because when the k04 was fitted the forge pipes that was fitted wasn't a very good fit and it blew off on full boost, now all is sorted tho with the Neuspeed pipe, I got them both supplied and fitted FOC, but that's another story  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 27 July 2013, 18:47
Fitted a Nuespeed discharge pipe and a Revo Stasis throttle pipe,
Max flow now from intake to exhaust tips   :laugh:

Any pics?  :whistle:

Sorry no pics  :embarrassed: can't believe how restrictive the pancake pipe (throttle pipe) was,
throttle response is immediate and coupled with the other goodies it now goes like stink  :grin:

Roll on Friday for another Ring trip DN9  :laugh:


http://www.awesomegti.com/brand/neuspeed/neuspeed-2-0tsi-hi-flow-turbo-discharge-kit-48-02-71

http://revohardware.com/p/55/revo-integrated-throttle-pipe-for-vw-golf-mk6-20-tsi

Looks ok if you have a spare £160 lying around, dont think it would be necessary on a stock or stage 1 would it (i know you are running higher) ...Cant see it been that much less restrictive on the discharge side of the turbo...

I had to fit the discharge pipe because when the k04 was fitted the forge pipes that was fitted wasn't a very good fit and it blew off on full boost, now all is sorted tho with the Neuspeed pipe, I got them both supplied and fitted FOC, but that's another story  :grin:

Or well FOC is always nice, glad its resolved your boost issue  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 28 July 2013, 12:01
Has it created new noises Neil?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 28 July 2013, 12:42
Has it created new noises Neil?

K04 is a lot noisier than the IHI anyway
So not sure if the additional pipes will be any noisier with the IHI ?
Sounds the same on the k04 but with better throttle response.  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 28 July 2013, 12:51
Fab, can only imagine its immense now :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 29 July 2013, 17:40
Fab, can only imagine its immense now :evil:

It is its crazy quick now  :shocked: :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 29 July 2013, 21:08
Today I've ordered a DV+.   http://www.amdtuning.com/news.read.cfm?articleid=3201
Thought I would give it a try

And some R8 coil packs
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 29 July 2013, 21:13
WMI next? :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 29 July 2013, 21:27
Today I've ordered a DV+.   http://www.amdtuning.com/news.read.cfm?articleid=3201
Thought I would give it a try

And some R8 coil packs

Does it fit on both Rev G and Rev D - Which do you have?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 30 July 2013, 06:24
Today I've ordered a DV+.   http://www.amdtuning.com/news.read.cfm?articleid=3201
Thought I would give it a try

And some R8 coil packs

Does it fit on both Rev G and Rev D - Which do you have?

Ive got Rev G
The body of the valves are all the same as far as I know, and the different stock revisions just have different piston types
WMI next? :evil:

 :rolleyes: :whistle: maybe  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Tainton on 01 August 2013, 21:23
On my way to Lincoln Hospital along the new bypass when a lorry flicked up a massive rock, though id hit an animal or something.
Thankfully no damage to bodywork just windscreen.......

Windscreen excess £40 so not too bad.....Autoglass however cant source me a new screen for week.  Plenty of walking for me it is then  :cool:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v12/tOODLe/Golf%20Gti/IMG_1452_zpsc6d771ae.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/tOODLe/media/Golf%20Gti/IMG_1452_zpsc6d771ae.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 01 August 2013, 21:55
Had the car terracleaned last week, now running on v+ nitro, running very sweet now and up on mpg as well!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 04 August 2013, 21:49
Removed my awesome R LED tails and put the original abominations back on! :'(  With a lot of help from a very very nice man!


Thanks again Craig. ;)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: The Doc on 04 August 2013, 21:59
Removed my awesome R LED tails and put the original abominations back on! :'(  With a lot of help from a very very nice man!


Thanks again Craig. ;)

My pleasure sir, it was great to have a catch up ;-)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 04 August 2013, 22:09
Today I've ordered a DV+.   http://www.amdtuning.com/news.read.cfm?articleid=3201
Thought I would give it a try

And some R8 coil packs

Must admit I have been thinking about dump valves recently too, as this is the forst "proper" turbo car I have owned, all my other previous cars have been turbo diesels (BMW330d and Mk5 Golf GT 170 TDI)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 04 August 2013, 22:10
Removed my awesome R LED tails and put the original abominations back on! :'(  With a lot of help from a very very nice man!


Thanks again Craig. ;)

Why have you taken them off?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 04 August 2013, 22:11
Today I have driven my GTI for the forst time in a month! Finally picked it up after getting the repairs done and I have really missed her! It felt weird to drive at forst but love it to bits  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 04 August 2013, 22:12
Removed my awesome R LED tails and put the original abominations back on! :'(  With a lot of help from a very very nice man!


Thanks again Craig. ;)

Why have you taken them off?


My 7 will hopefully be landing sometime this year! Or so VW tell me! ::)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 04 August 2013, 22:20
Removed my awesome R LED tails and put the original abominations back on! :'(  With a lot of help from a very very nice man!


Thanks again Craig. ;)

Why have you taken them off?


My 7 will hopefully be landing sometime this year! Or so VW tell me! ::)

Ah right  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 05 August 2013, 07:33
Removed my awesome R LED tails and put the original abominations back on! :'(  With a lot of help from a very very nice man!


Thanks again Craig. ;)

Why have you taken them off?


My 7 will hopefully be landing sometime this year! Or so VW tell me! ::)

Do you know what value you changed Byte 18 back to?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: The Doc on 05 August 2013, 19:05
Removed my awesome R LED tails and put the original abominations back on! :'(  With a lot of help from a very very nice man!


Thanks again Craig. ;)

Why have you taken them off?


My 7 will hopefully be landing sometime this year! Or so VW tell me! ::)

Do you know what value you changed Byte 18 back to?

It wasn't 00 it was whatever golf ROW was (non gti ???) version
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 05 August 2013, 20:47
Thanks Doc, ROW = Rest of World (non GTi).

Guessing this was a drop down option rather than a value you had to input?

Appreciate your help  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Running Man on 06 August 2013, 19:28
I have cleaned my GTI today, looking very nice indeed and will be very sad to see it go.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Richie.27 on 07 August 2013, 23:43
Previous owner of my 35 edition and the previous owner had an obsession with car washes. So after only having it for 2 weeks I decided to get it professionally detailed. Paint correction, paint correction and finally finished off with c quartz finest paint sealant. Looks the dogs danglies now.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 07 August 2013, 23:57
Previous owner of my 35 edition and the previous owner had an obsession with car washes. So after only having it for 2 weeks I decided to get it professionally detailed. Paint correction, paint correction and finally finished off with c quartz finest paint sealant. Looks the dogs danglies now.

Prove it !!!!.....Wheres the pics  :cool: :cool: :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 08 August 2013, 00:00
New Loba L0400 turbo and support parts fitted. Tomorrow the map goes on and dyno runs begin. :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 09 August 2013, 19:44
Received my new Carbonio Intake from Raffe (great service)

Installed - only took about half hour - Out with the Old, in wit the New !!!   :smiley:

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_0995_zpse19716fc.jpg)

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_0996_zps9a113817.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 09 August 2013, 20:15
Glad your pleased :cool:

Our car goes in tomorrow to AKS to have std exhaust refitted, std rear lights coded and VW base map flashed back onto ECU :cry:

It's going to feel so slow  :huh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 09 August 2013, 21:09
Collected it from airport car park, where it's been abandoned for last 2 weeks.   It's filthy but thankfully no bird sh!t or damage.    Wash day soon.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 12 August 2013, 10:25
Pretty much finished the GTD's home now, been tidying the garage up for a month or so.  Looking a bit better now -

Before

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc294/cosmicremedy/GTD/851c12fb-4a22-4df2-9bda-25c825547eac_zpsce9d6837.jpg)

After

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc294/cosmicremedy/GTD/image_zpsd6926066.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 12 August 2013, 13:04
Proper man cave!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 12 August 2013, 13:58
Well jealous, i have a sh1tty drive and a shed.... :embarrassed:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 12 August 2013, 17:52
Thats more like it...
Just dont visit garagejournal.com or you will endup spending a fortune on the garage..
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 12 August 2013, 19:12
Thats more like it...
Just dont visit garagejournal.com or you will endup spending a fortune on the garage..

Well now I have to go and look, just had an electric garage door fitted and now have the project of kitting it out..... :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 12 August 2013, 20:29
Thats more like it...
Just dont visit garagejournal.com or you will endup spending a fortune on the garage..

I do go on that site, this is a personal favourite

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=59633
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Murrayedition35 on 12 August 2013, 22:11
Well got the ED35 serviced today...VW dealer picked it up from my work this morning and drop it off later on...no problems from the service and after 19,000 miles on the clock still like brand new...still the same tyres...what a motor... :smiley: :smiley: :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 13 August 2013, 18:58
Thats more like it...
Just dont visit garagejournal.com or you will endup spending a fortune on the garage..

I do go on that site, this is a personal favourite

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=59633
I like the basic garage of that design but the signs and shelves of stuff are not for me I would want a clean fuss free design with a lift so that could also be used as a workshop when needs be. I prefer clean simple lines. Mind you would never know it looking at my two garages  currently lol.

This is one im currently watching unfold I quite like
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=158755
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 13 August 2013, 19:53
Thats more like it...
Just dont visit garagejournal.com or you will endup spending a fortune on the garage..

I do go on that site, this is a personal favourite

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=59633
I like the basic garage of that design but the signs and shelves of stuff are not for me I would want a clean fuss free design with a lift so that could also be used as a workshop when needs be. I prefer clean simple lines. Mind you would never know it looking at my two garages  currently lol.

This is one im currently watching unfold I quite like
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=158755

Looks good, lovely house too...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 14 August 2013, 18:24
Thats more like it...
Just dont visit garagejournal.com or you will endup spending a fortune on the garage..

I do go on that site, this is a personal favourite

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=59633

I want! :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 14 August 2013, 18:28
Thats more like it...
Just dont visit garagejournal.com or you will endup spending a fortune on the garage..

I do go on that site, this is a personal favourite

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=59633

I want! :shocked:

Epic, isn't it!  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 14 August 2013, 18:40
Need to get mine sorted, can't believe I used to keep my R32 in there now its just full of crap! 90% of which I have bought off ebay and never used  :embarrassed: :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 14 August 2013, 21:09
Need to get mine sorted, can't believe I used to keep my R32 in there now its just full of crap! 90% of which I have bought off ebay and never used  :embarrassed: :whistle:

Do it, didn't spend that much on mine.... Just a bit of paint really.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 14 August 2013, 23:59
Just bought some snow socks for winter £26 what a bargain!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 15 August 2013, 08:04
Taken delivery of a set of lovely .:R rear LEDs.

Cheers Jimble  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 15 August 2013, 08:17
They will look great on a red car :cool:

My car is bone stock again, just private plate to be removed once paperwork returns :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 15 August 2013, 12:00
Taken delivery of a set of lovely .:R rear LEDs.

Cheers Jimble  :smiley:

My pleasure, was good to have a chat and i'm looking forward to the pictures! Your gonna love em! :tongue:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 15 August 2013, 12:18
Ive orded some black front and rear badges, and also the front and rear GTI logo in black with a thin chrome lip. Also getting excited to meeting Raffe on Saturday to buy his exhaust system.  :smiley: :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 15 August 2013, 13:36
Also getting excited to meeting Raffe on Saturday

Does a Saturday get any better  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 15 August 2013, 13:47
Also getting excited to meeting Raffe on Saturday

Does a Saturday get any better  :laugh:

It's the start of the Premier League too, so I guess it'll be a good day all round.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 15 August 2013, 18:04
I am now sporting some rather good looking rear LED lights, Thanks Raffe for letting me purchase these from him, and a big thank you to RocketRoss for helping me install them and recode them, thanks guys!
Today I replaced all my interior lights with LEDs, to go with the rear lights and number plate lights.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 16 August 2013, 11:49
I got too impatient and fitted the LEDs last night.

I've got a multitude of "check this light and check that light" warnings, but...

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t264/dubber36/leds_zpsa3a3c85d.jpg) (http://s162.photobucket.com/user/dubber36/media/leds_zpsa3a3c85d.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 17 August 2013, 22:47
Cheated on it by having a weekend fling with a newer younger model  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GtiAde on 18 August 2013, 20:34
Fitted Focal front speaker kit. Yet to crank them up but sound ace :cool:

Couple of weeks ago a matt black VW grill badge.

Last week ordered a Sachs clutch kit  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 18 August 2013, 21:37
I got too impatient and fitted the LEDs last night.

I've got a multitude of "check this light and check that light" warnings, but...

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t264/dubber36/leds_zpsa3a3c85d.jpg) (http://s162.photobucket.com/user/dubber36/media/leds_zpsa3a3c85d.jpg.html)


Looking good Simon!! How do you feel about them now they're fitted?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 18 August 2013, 21:51
If i was you you i would de-badge the TDI and just have it saying Golf  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Beddie on 18 August 2013, 22:44
Took it for a day out at VW Festival  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 19 August 2013, 08:20
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y535/Luke_Humphrey/Capture_zpsa0dd8a28.png) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/Luke_Humphrey/media/Capture_zpsa0dd8a28.png.html)

Fitted my turboback system which i purchased from Raffe, very pleased with it, cant wait to get it mapped now!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 19 August 2013, 08:23
Looking good Simon!! How do you feel about them now they're fitted?

I'm really liking them James. My mate is trading his GTD in for a new one soon, and the plan was to swap these .:R lights with his before he swaps, but I quite like the slightly darker lights in contrast to the red paint. They to tie in with the privacy glass quite well too.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 19 August 2013, 08:26
If i was you you i would de-badge the TDI and just have it saying Golf  :smiley:

I've immed and ahhed about this for a very long time Ross. I'm mindful that the car is only a GT, and with these lights, I don't want it to look like a wannabee. Think back to people that de-badged their BMW 316i in the hope that others would think it was a 325i.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 19 August 2013, 08:28
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y535/Luke_Humphrey/Capture_zpsa0dd8a28.png) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/Luke_Humphrey/media/Capture_zpsa0dd8a28.png.html)

Fitted my turboback system which i purchased from Raffe, very pleased with it, cant wait to get it mapped now!

Now there's a car crying out for LED rears if ever I've seen one :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 19 August 2013, 09:09
I think a remap is taking the £'s first, then LED's.. trying to save for a house too  :whistle:  :evil:

But for some reason the engine management light came on this morning though!!   :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 19 August 2013, 10:14
If i was you you i would de-badge the TDI and just have it saying Golf  :smiley:

I've immed and ahhed about this for a very long time Ross. I'm mindful that the car is only a GT, and with these lights, I don't want it to look like a wannabee. Think back to people that de-badged their BMW 316i in the hope that others would think it was a 325i.

I think its fine as long as your not claiming to be something else, you are just not saying what it is. Its not like you are adding a GTI or GTD badge.....go for it mate. it make the rear look cleaner.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 19 August 2013, 11:12
Looks great, just needs the rear diffuser painting now to complete the back end.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 19 August 2013, 11:24
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/5-6-7_zpsb98c6725.jpg) (http://s382.photobucket.com/user/wigit71/media/Ed35/5-6-7_zpsb98c6725.jpg.html)

took a group shot before i returned the loaner
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 19 August 2013, 12:55
Wouldn't that be a great line up if they were all yours!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 19 August 2013, 13:09
Wouldn't that be a great line up if they were all yours!

for this to happen i need to buy the Pirelli off my wife lol  :smug:

at the moment i actually own the wheels and tyres on it
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 19 August 2013, 13:13
Wouldn't that be a great line up if they were all yours!

for this to happen i need to buy the Pirelli off my wife lol  :smug:

What? Your wife buys her own cars? I think I need to change mine.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 19 August 2013, 13:34
Wouldn't that be a great line up if they were all yours!

for this to happen i need to buy the Pirelli off my wife lol  :smug:

What? Your wife buys her own cars? I think I need to change mine.

Car or wife?? :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 19 August 2013, 13:46
Wouldn't that be a great line up if they were all yours!

for this to happen i need to buy the Pirelli off my wife lol  :smug:

What? Your wife buys her own cars? I think I need to change mine.

Car or wife?? :laugh:

 :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 19 August 2013, 13:51
Boom tish
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 19 August 2013, 14:22
Done few bits and bobs.  Couple of minor cosmetic mods - changed interior lights to LEDs, added new Richbrook GTI tax disc holder, booked it in for 1st service in Sept and renewed insurance (£233)  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 19 August 2013, 14:27
Wouldn't that be a great line up if they were all yours!

for this to happen i need to buy the Pirelli off my wife lol  :smug:

What? Your wife buys her own cars? I think I need to change mine.

i count myself lucky as she also buys stuff i like and not adverse to a remap, fortunately my wife will never say i want a nissan cashcow or a nissan joke
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 19 August 2013, 18:40
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y535/Luke_Humphrey/Capture_zpsa0dd8a28.png) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/Luke_Humphrey/media/Capture_zpsa0dd8a28.png.html)

Fitted my turboback system which i purchased from Raffe, very pleased with it, cant wait to get it mapped now!

Got any sound clips of it yet...I was gonna buy it, just had no idea what it sounded like. Looks sweet though :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 19 August 2013, 19:16
I started it up as it's been sat in the garage for near 3 weeks to see if I could hear any dreaded cam tensioner chain rattle.
I could not but boy do those two fuel injectors in the center of the engine make a knocking noise.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 19 August 2013, 20:44
Got all the tar spots off the boot lid tonight, tried Autoglym "Intensive" Tar Remover but it wouldn't touch it? So I ended up claying the thing (not what I had planned for Monday night!) Anyway got the tar off with the clay, polished and sealed it.  Smooth as a baby's arse now  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 19 August 2013, 23:06
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/5-6-7_zpsb98c6725.jpg) (http://s382.photobucket.com/user/wigit71/media/Ed35/5-6-7_zpsb98c6725.jpg.html)

took a group shot before i returned the loaner

I'm sure there's room for another gti on your drive  :laugh:

What did you think of the mk7 then?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 20 August 2013, 07:59
Decided I better use it so took it to work for a change.
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Post by: LukeRhino on 20 August 2013, 08:10
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y535/Luke_Humphrey/Capture_zpsa0dd8a28.png) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/Luke_Humphrey/media/Capture_zpsa0dd8a28.png.html)

Fitted my turboback system which i purchased from Raffe, very pleased with it, cant wait to get it mapped now!

Got any sound clips of it yet...I was gonna buy it, just had no idea what it sounded like. Looks sweet though :smiley:

Ill get some at the weekend for you. Its getting a REVO stage 2 map on friday!  :smiley:
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Post by: jhunter_83 on 20 August 2013, 13:47
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y535/Luke_Humphrey/Capture_zpsa0dd8a28.png) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/Luke_Humphrey/media/Capture_zpsa0dd8a28.png.html)

Fitted my turboback system which i purchased from Raffe, very pleased with it, cant wait to get it mapped now!

Got any sound clips of it yet...I was gonna buy it, just had no idea what it sounded like. Looks sweet though :smiley:

Ill get some at the weekend for you. Its getting a REVO stage 2 map on friday!  :smiley:

How much is the REVO remap? Have they got a special offer on at the moment?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 20 August 2013, 14:37
Yes they have 20% off at the minute, the deal has just been extended another week or so i believe. Its costing me £527 for a stage 2 set up. with power runs before and after.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 20 August 2013, 17:12
That looks really smart Luke, the mapping will transform how it sounds and performs :evil:
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Post by: LukeRhino on 21 August 2013, 06:13
That looks really smart Luke, the mapping will transform how it sounds and performs :evil:

Thank you, really pleased with it, super excited for friday now!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mustard on 23 August 2013, 16:32
Finally got round to fitting my 4 pot brembo calipers, NQSBB (Not Quite Such Big Brakes from Dave Brown).
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Post by: mustard on 23 August 2013, 16:34
Whoops try again to show the pictures:
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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Pinky 1959 on 23 August 2013, 22:38
Very nice .
Quick question did you make the bolt locating tool yourself or did you buy them .
Thanks
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mustard on 24 August 2013, 08:57
I bought the wheel alignment bolts, here is a link, they certainly make getting the wheels back on easier.

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/performance/wheel-accessories/e-tech-engineering-quick-align-wheel-tool
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Pinky 1959 on 25 August 2013, 09:54
Thanks for that I have ordered 2 sets one for gtd and one for tiguan .
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Post by: wigit on 25 August 2013, 11:16
Those bolts do make life a lot easier
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Post by: Rgdogg on 25 August 2013, 11:24
What size thread would I need to order?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mustard on 25 August 2013, 12:01
M14 x 1.5
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Post by: Rgdogg on 25 August 2013, 12:11
Thanks
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 25 August 2013, 19:47
Hit 50k today and still feels sweet as  :smiley:


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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 26 August 2013, 20:26
Check oil level light came on yesterday and today

I'm offshore so sent the wife to tesco for some castrol edge and talked her through topping it up



It's due it's second service in a couple of weeks and remember last year before its service it needed topping up.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 27 August 2013, 00:23
Hit 50k today and still feels sweet as  :smiley:

How does your new DV feel, any better than OEM Neil?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 27 August 2013, 13:59
Removed private plate.....the end is nigh with the new car due for arrival at the dealers w/c 16th Sep :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 27 August 2013, 20:27
Hit 50k today and still feels sweet as  :smiley:

How does your new DV feel, any better than OEM Neil?

The new DV has given it a much crisper throttle response and seems to be a lot smoother, a couple of the lads on the other forum incl Hurdy have fitted it aswell and pretty much said the same,


http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,70779.0.html
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 30 August 2013, 21:18
Took the old girl in for Mot today and passed with flying colours  :smiley:
Also treat her with some Mobil 1 and a new set of RS29 front brake pads,
Got a problem with the ratchet system on the drivers seat, the wife had been out in it and put the seat right up, now it won't go down  :angry: handle doesn't move ? The garage took my seat out today and couldn't see the problem ? They ordering a couple of parts to see if it sorts it out ?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 31 August 2013, 19:43
Washed it, removed my private plate and put the re-registered number on, removed the forum stickers, seat inserts and rabbit from the boot lid.


Looks really borin now..... :'(
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 31 August 2013, 22:03
Washed it, removed my private plate and put the re-registered number on, removed the forum stickers, seat inserts and rabbit from the boot lid.


Looks really borin now..... :'(

Any bit you selling on?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GolfTi on 31 August 2013, 23:00
Sad times Jimble.  :cry:

The mk7 will cheer you up a little.

 :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 31 August 2013, 23:18
Sad times Jimble.  :'(

The mk7 will cheer you up a little.

 :)


Indeed mate, won't be long now, 4-6 weeks. 8)


@Ross, i did think about selling the seat inserts but i've got an idea for a keyring! :smug: 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 31 August 2013, 23:24
Washed it, removed my private plate and put the re-registered number on, removed the forum stickers, seat inserts and rabbit from the boot lid.


Looks really borin now..... :'(

Aw, nearly time to say goodbye to it  :sad: 

Bet you don't give it a second thought once you're in that new mk7  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 31 August 2013, 23:29
Washed it, removed my private plate and put the re-registered number on, removed the forum stickers, seat inserts and rabbit from the boot lid.


Looks really borin now..... :'(

Aw, nearly time to say goodbye to it  :( 

Bet you don't give it a second thought once you're in that new mk7  :D


Don't get me going!! :'( ;D


This has been without doubt the best car i've owned hence going for a mk7 but taking all the bits off today i'll admit i was a little bit sad, in one breath i really think i'll miss it, especially the colour as i've gone for white on the new one but i hope your right.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 31 August 2013, 23:40
Washed it, removed my private plate and put the re-registered number on, removed the forum stickers, seat inserts and rabbit from the boot lid.


Looks really borin now..... :'(

Aw, nearly time to say goodbye to it  :( 

Bet you don't give it a second thought once you're in that new mk7  :D


Don't get me going!! :'( ;D


This has been without doubt the best car i've owned hence going for a mk7 but taking all the bits off today i'll admit i was a little bit sad, in one breath i really think i'll miss it, especially the colour as i've gone for white on the new one but i hope your right.



You'll remember it fondly.  Hope it gets a good home.   

I've seen my previous mk5 twice in last couple of months and was pleased to see it looks very well cared for (still have a soft spot for it  :kiss:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GolfTi on 31 August 2013, 23:42
I was really, really sad to see my mk6 go.

The main reason I went for the mk7 was that the mk6 was such a brilliant car to own. I will always remember that car with great fondness. Hope the new owner looks after it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 01 September 2013, 00:31
I was really, really sad to see my mk6 go.

The main reason I went for the mk7 was that the mk6 was such a brilliant car to own. I will always remember that car with great fondness. Hope the new owner looks after it.


I'm almost tempted to put the details of it on the forum when i trade it in, i've had very few issues with it and would like it to go to someone that will look after it tbh, great car! :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 01 September 2013, 16:53
......celebrated its 1st birthday by filling it with rubbish and taking it to the tip.   It stinks now!  time to break out the Febreze  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 01 September 2013, 21:38
Today I fitted some super pro anti lift kit bushes and replaced the front bushes with super pro too.
First impressions are very good and gives the steering some extra weight.
I've not been happy with the handling of my mk6 and find it a little unsettled mid corner. Even when I ran h&r springs and dampers it was the same.
Going to do the track again tomorrow but it already feels much better.
Next I'm replacing my rear anti roll bar bushes, I was going to replace the bar with h&r but on standard suspension I'm hoping the bushes will help slightly.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 01 September 2013, 22:46
Today I fitted some super pro anti lift kit bushes and replaced the front bushes with super pro too.
First impressions are very good and gives the steering some extra weight.
I've not been happy with the handling of my mk6 and find it a little unsettled mid corner. Even when I ran h&r springs and dampers it was the same.
Going to do the track again tomorrow but it already feels much better.
Next I'm replacing my rear anti roll bar bushes, I was going to replace the bar with h&r but on standard suspension I'm hoping the bushes will help slightly.

Getting the ARBs will make a huge difference, everyone say it the best handling mod you can do.

I spent hours looking into which one i want (hopefully next 2-3 months) and everyone is saying it is worth getting front and back done at the same time, costs a little more in labour but defo worth it.

Highly recommended : http://www.awesomegti.com/car/vw/golfmk6/h-r-front-rear-anti-roll-bar-kit-fr-26-re-22mm-golf-vi-scirocco-typ-1k-10-08
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 September 2013, 18:09
Took it in for its first service.  Just collected it and no issues  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 03 September 2013, 14:00
contemplating putting the Ed35 back to Stage 1 and removing, intake, zorst and engine mounts for first round
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 03 September 2013, 16:48
contemplating putting the Ed35 back to Stage 1 and removing, intake, zorst and engine mounts for first round

What exhaust and mounts you got?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 03 September 2013, 18:11
contemplating putting the Ed35 back to Stage 1 and removing, intake, zorst and engine mounts for first round

You're only contemplating doing it and already the mod vultures are circling  :grin:

Why do you want to put it back to stage 1?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 03 September 2013, 18:41
You're only contemplating doing it and already the mod vultures are circling  :grin:

Why do you want to put it back to stage 1?

fancy a bit less noise and a bit more refinement, i'd keep all the chassis stuff for the moment
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 03 September 2013, 22:41
had the car in to get serviced today and investigate the dead battery i had last week


they did tests on the battery (as i did yesterday too) and found no fault and no error codes on the car and they cant explain why this happened. :undecided:


i will just have to see how it goes


they also forgot to change the cabin filter, which i guessed the might but i caught it and they gave me one to take home, which  fitted tonight



took the car for a blast up to hartside as it hasnt had a proper run in a while other than supermarkets etc


a good drive - really brought home how crap the brakes are though having been driving my clio alot recently

the GTI brakes are horrendous for a fast car.


washed (2nd time in 24 hours :shocked:), battery charged and put away as the clio is coming out to play now.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 03 September 2013, 23:27
Now thats odd. No fault code logged for low voltage yet the  car acted like it had a flat battery. That does not make sense.
You dont think it could be the key immobiliser acting up and it was confused as a flat battery?
If the ignition switch or the key is playing silly bugg3r5 it will not start just click as you said.
Having similar issues with a mates clio at the moment infact  :grin:
Sometimes you have to take the key out of the ignition hold it away from the ignition near the swat etc and tey it again in a few seconds. Or use the spare key.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 03 September 2013, 23:30
well the car wouldnt lock and he spare key didnt work

she also said the interior lights were flashing on and off and were really dull

havent got a clue what could have caused it
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 03 September 2013, 23:37
That sounds more like an electrical issue or control unit issue than a flat battery. Mines never done that and mines been down to below 12v with standing. It just logged it in the system though and started turning non critical things off. So I lost auto windows and interior lights. I had to teach the windows the auto function and wveryrhing else started workjng again.
Im off next week if you need it scanning. (Ill just have to borrow a labtop for the program from someone)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 04 September 2013, 07:22
You're only contemplating doing it and already the mod vultures are circling  :grin:

Why do you want to put it back to stage 1?

fancy a bit less noise and a bit more refinement, i'd keep all the chassis stuff for the moment

This really sticks in my throat admitting it, but since the Carbonio and exhaust have been removed our GTi is actually a nicer car to drive, missing the power though and if I were to mod another car it would be stage 1 software and no hardware.

Getting old :embarrassed:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 04 September 2013, 08:55
You're only contemplating doing it and already the mod vultures are circling  :grin:

Why do you want to put it back to stage 1?

fancy a bit less noise and a bit more refinement, i'd keep all the chassis stuff for the moment

This really sticks in my throat admitting it, but since the Carbonio and exhaust have been removed our GTi is actually a nicer car to drive, missing the power though and if I were to mod another car it would be stage 1 software and no hardware.

Getting old :embarrassed:

Yes Raffe you are getting old!!!! - The Carbonio can be soooo much fun, let off from WOT or change gear at high revs near someone and they are like WTF was that. Sounds awesome. Thanks for letting me have it.

I think it will be the exhaust that is mainly making you think it a more pleasant drive now, as the GTI is very quite and relaxing with OEM exhaust
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 04 September 2013, 13:11
i get where you are coming from Raffie, i've been using the Pirelli recently and i like the quiet way it makes progress in an understated manner, ok handling and braking is not as sharp but i like the lack of drama in the noise department

having a mk7 GTI opened my eyes how good it was out the box and i'm thinking the R may suit my golf needs better
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 04 September 2013, 13:27
i get where you are coming from Raffie, i've been using the Pirelli recently and i like the quiet way it makes progress in an understated manner, ok handling and braking is not as sharp but i like the lack of drama in the noise department

having a mk7 GTI opened my eyes how good it was out the box and i'm thinking the R may suit my golf needs better


Wigit, interested to hear your view on the mk7 following your brief stint with it  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 September 2013, 13:27
Big nail in n/s front tyre  :angry:  new one needed - on order. 

Second new tyre in 3 months on that wheel - begining to think it's jinxed!  Got the lovely space saver spare on till tommorow  :sick:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 05 September 2013, 14:40
Big nail in n/s front tyre  :angry:  new one needed - on order. 

Second new tyre in 3 months on that wheel - begining to think it's jinxed!  Got the lovely space saver spare on till tommorow  :sick:

Cant it be repaired mate?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 05 September 2013, 15:38
booked it on to go back to Stage 1 in early October, dealer going to let me know when i can order a mk7 R

for the vultures the following will be available:

Revo K04 Intake
Milltek Full TBE with small resonators and 35 tips
Revo engine and gear box mounts
Smoothed TTS engine cover

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 05 September 2013, 16:02
Had a very spirited drive in mine and decided to either k04 it, buy an edition 35 or an s3

Decisions decisions
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 September 2013, 17:44
Big nail in n/s front tyre  :angry:  new one needed - on order. 

Second new tyre in 3 months on that wheel - begining to think it's jinxed!  Got the lovely space saver spare on till tommorow  :sick:

Cant it be repaired mate?

No such luck  :sad:  The actual nail damage could have been repaired, BUT, as it was driven on a bit (slow puncture, only evident this morning), there was further damage.  It ain't gonna be cheap!  Must spec a tyre pressure monitor on next car  :laugh:   

Still, only had 2 punctures in nearly 20 years driving so can't really complain.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 05 September 2013, 21:47
I fitted new front pads, old ones took a breasting at Cadwell Park!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 05 September 2013, 21:55
Big nail in n/s front tyre  :angry:  new one needed - on order. 

Second new tyre in 3 months on that wheel - begining to think it's jinxed!  Got the lovely space saver spare on till tommorow  :sick:

Cant it be repaired mate?

No such luck  :sad:  The actual nail damage could have been repaired, BUT, as it was driven on a bit (slow puncture, only evident this morning), there was further damage.  It ain't gonna be cheap!  Must spec a tyre pressure monitor on next car  :laugh:   

Still, only had 2 punctures in nearly 20 years driving so can't really complain.
you can retro fit the button on early car. Or just turn it on with vagcom and reset it with vagcom if it triggers.
Plenty of info on this on google
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 September 2013, 22:31
Big nail in n/s front tyre  :angry:  new one needed - on order. 

Second new tyre in 3 months on that wheel - begining to think it's jinxed!  Got the lovely space saver spare on till tommorow  :sick:

Cant it be repaired mate?

No such luck  :sad:  The actual nail damage could have been repaired, BUT, as it was driven on a bit (slow puncture, only evident this morning), there was further damage.  It ain't gonna be cheap!  Must spec a tyre pressure monitor on next car  :laugh:   

Still, only had 2 punctures in nearly 20 years driving so can't really complain.
you can retro fit the button on early car. Or just turn it on with vagcom and reset it with vagcom if it triggers.
Plenty of info on this on google

Thanks Snoopy, haven't got vagcom but I'll have a read on google  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: sajymundo on 06 September 2013, 12:32
I collect my 59 plate GTI tomorrow, cant wait as i have never had a GTI before. I can then finally contribute to this forum.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 06 September 2013, 13:07
It's in for major service today, after a minor service on Wednesday!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 06 September 2013, 13:39
I collect my 59 plate GTI tomorrow, cant wait as i have never had a GTI before. I can then finally contribute to this forum.

Nice one. Your first proper contribution has to be lots of pictures. Even tho' we all know what GTI's look like, we all like pictures.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 06 September 2013, 17:11
It's in for major service today, after a minor service on Wednesday!!

How come? what did they say?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: neils mk6 on 06 September 2013, 17:16
Took it to be assessed for this... :cry:

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I collect my 59 plate GTI tomorrow, cant wait as i have never had a GTI before. I can then finally contribute to this forum.

Nice one. Your first proper contribution has to be lots of pictures. Even tho' we all know what GTI's look like, we all like pictures.
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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 06 September 2013, 17:41
Booked it in on Wednesday for a major service, brake fluid change and a dsg oil change, when I came to pick it up it had only been given a minor service, so had a big kick off in the showroom as the service guy called me a liar at which point I was going to rip his head off so I had to leave before I did something stupid!
Rang service manager when I got home explained what had gone on and he apologised and got the car picked up today to complete the servicing!
Had nothing but issues with Vw and will never buy another one as the customer service is terrible! Asked them to have a look at the diverter valve while it was still under warranty and the service guy said the technicians had never heard of a diverter valve, this is what we are up against total incompetent idiots!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 06 September 2013, 18:04
Big nail in n/s front tyre  :angry:  new one needed - on order. 

Second new tyre in 3 months on that wheel - begining to think it's jinxed!  Got the lovely space saver spare on till tommorow  :sick:

Cant it be repaired mate?

No such luck  :sad:  The actual nail damage could have been repaired, BUT, as it was driven on a bit (slow puncture, only evident this morning), there was further damage.  It ain't gonna be cheap!  Must spec a tyre pressure monitor on next car  :laugh:   

Still, only had 2 punctures in nearly 20 years driving so can't really complain.
you can retro fit the button on early car. Or just turn it on with vagcom and reset it with vagcom if it triggers.
Plenty of info on this on google

Thanks Snoopy, haven't got vagcom but I'll have a read on google  :smiley:
http://www.mk6golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,123.0.html


Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 06 September 2013, 19:12
Booked it in on Wednesday for a major service, brake fluid change and a dsg oil change, when I came to pick it up it had only been given a minor service, so had a big kick off in the showroom as the service guy called me a liar at which point I was going to rip his head off so I had to leave before I did something stupid!
Rang service manager when I got home explained what had gone on and he apologised and got the car picked up today to complete the servicing!
Had nothing but issues with Vw and will never buy another one as the customer service is terrible! Asked them to have a look at the diverter valve while it was still under warranty and the service guy said the technicians had never heard of a diverter valve, this is what we are up against total incompetent idiots!

Richard did you go to Leeds or Bradford?...Cant see it been Bradford branch as they have always been spot on....Please say Leeds
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 06 September 2013, 19:30
Yes it was Leeds and I will never ever go there again! It's annoyed me that much I putting a complaint in and looking at changing to an S3 now!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 06 September 2013, 19:47
Yes it was Leeds and I will never ever go there again! It's annoyed me that much I putting a complaint in and looking at changing to an S3 now!

Loool dont over react bro...Honestly, go bradford next time, good bunch of lad and the service is top.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Eeef on 07 September 2013, 12:40
Trust me, as an ex-Audi owner, I can assure you their service is worse!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 07 September 2013, 16:19
Big nail in n/s front tyre  :angry:  new one needed - on order. 

Second new tyre in 3 months on that wheel - begining to think it's jinxed!  Got the lovely space saver spare on till tommorow  :sick:

Cant it be repaired mate?

No such luck  :sad:  The actual nail damage could have been repaired, BUT, as it was driven on a bit (slow puncture, only evident this morning), there was further damage.  It ain't gonna be cheap!  Must spec a tyre pressure monitor on next car  :laugh:   

Still, only had 2 punctures in nearly 20 years driving so can't really complain.
you can retro fit the button on early car. Or just turn it on with vagcom and reset it with vagcom if it triggers.
Plenty of info on this on google

Thanks Snoopy, haven't got vagcom but I'll have a read on google  :smiley:
http://www.mk6golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,123.0.html

Excellent! Might look into doing that myself!

Parts total £35, I bet VW charge about £400
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 07 September 2013, 17:04
Ive got the parts just never got round to fitting them yet ::embarrassed:
I do have it turned on with vagcom for pease of mind and know it worked.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 07 September 2013, 17:05
^^ I retro-fitted this to mine having got the bits from SteveP on here. It works too!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 07 September 2013, 17:06
^^ I retro-fitted this to mine having got the bits from SteveP on here. It works too!!

Is it easy enough to do and how nuch did it cost for parts?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 07 September 2013, 17:09
Have mine a good wash after 2 weeks in France (think bug splats on a large scale!!) then two weeks of not being able to wash it.  :sad:

Looks so much better.  :cool:

Also applied a new hydrophobic rain repellent to the windows. Will see how thus performs when it next rains.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 07 September 2013, 17:12
^^ I retro-fitted this to mine having got the bits from SteveP on here. It works too!!

Is it easy enough to do and how nuch did it cost for parts?

Fitting the switch was really easy. The hard bit was getting the wire through the bulk head.

To fit the wire into the ABS controller, I removed the battery - so much easier.

Finally, update in VCDS and you're away.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 07 September 2013, 17:45
Given the car it's penultimate clean, should be collecting replacement in 2 weeks  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 07 September 2013, 19:20
Ive got the parts just never got round to fitting them yet ::embarrassed:
I do have it turned on with vagcom for pease of mind and know it worked.

Thanks for the link Snoopy.  Worth doing I think, though I'd probably just get it turned on via vagcom as you suggest. 

TPM was standard on my mk5 and tbh I assumed it was on the mk6.  Only realised it was something that had to be specced after I got the car!!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 07 September 2013, 19:23
Given the car it's penultimate clean, should be collecting replacement in 2 weeks  :cool:

Sad to see it go Raffe? or have you moved on already  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 07 September 2013, 19:36
Roof bars fitted roof box on with a bike carrier holidays here we come :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 08 September 2013, 07:54
Given the car it's penultimate clean, should be collecting replacement in 2 weeks  :cool:

Sad to see it go Raffe? or have you moved on already  :laugh:

I will be sad to see it go but comfortable we have made the right decision. In all honesty I should have bought a DSG .:R for the direction I was wanting to take the car but enjoyed the GTi in he time we have had it.

Wife is excited at getting her first brand new car and I will commence the hunt for a decent Integra Type R or possibly S2000 next year as a fun car :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 08 September 2013, 09:47
Took it to the Porsche garage so my dad could buy his new cayman.

Got me tempted with a boxster s but 3 cars is enough as it is!

Some prick in an x5 twitted his door on my mirror he was parked so close. Lucky there isn't a mark or I would have really lost it!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 08 September 2013, 11:15
 I wish I had the issue of only 3 cars  :sad:


I have used all my holiday entitlement this year trying to sort things out to I get down to 3 but failed. :embarrassed:

Just realised ive not used the mk6 since the 20th August I guess I better use it the week after next before the winter starts!

The most I ever want to own again is 4.
1: Daily
2: Winter Daily
3: Classic
4: Sports car
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 08 September 2013, 13:45
Our altea is sold just got to out a test on it tomorrow so the GTI is going to be the daily and the RS200 my toy.

On the look Out for a boxster spyder I think for my next toy.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 08 September 2013, 14:03
Nice :cool:
I need to sort my workshop out, sell the 4 project cars, sell my workshop, build a detached double garage before I get something like that. Maybe 2020 for me :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Eeef on 08 September 2013, 15:28
Our altea is sold just got to out a test on it tomorrow so the GTI is going to be the daily and the RS200 my toy.

On the look Out for a boxster spyder I think for my next toy.
I'd recommend a test drive of the Spyder. It's a beautiful car, but really designed to be driven with the roof off (not ideal in this country for 364 days a year). Anything over 50mph and the canvas roof flaps around like pair of the wife's keks.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 08 September 2013, 15:53
It will be just for trackdays and sunny days for north york moors blasts.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: fentshire on 11 September 2013, 17:55
Having driven from Birmingham to Bonn, Germany and then onto Vienna, Austria. Just got back to Vienna from Novalja, Pag, Croatia (beautiful island in Croatia on the Dalmatian coast) via Zagreb. A total of 1900 miles.

Tomorrow. I get car ready for driving back from Vienna to Birmingham early on Friday morning. Another 1050 miles.
Been away for over four weeks. My VW Golf GTI needs a hearty clean when I get home, but she is wonderful on the German Autobahns!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 11 September 2013, 19:10
Having driven from Birmingham to Bonn, Germany and then onto Vienna, Austria. Just got back to Vienna from Novalja, Pag, Croatia (beautiful island in Croatia on the Dalmatian coast) via Zagreb. A total of 1900 miles.

Tomorrow. I get car ready for driving back from Vienna to Birmingham early on Friday morning. Another 1050 miles.
Been away for over four weeks. My VW Golf GTI needs a hearty clean when I get home, but she is wonderful on the German Autobahns!

sounds like a great road trip, i want to head down to Murter in Croatia next year which is a bit further south than Pag, did you get any sailing in when you were down there
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GtiAde on 11 September 2013, 20:03
Fitted my Sachs performance clutch :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 13 September 2013, 00:21
Update.....

After a few adjustments and some nice cool weather recently I did another few 1/4 mile runs. I must say I'm impressed with how the car is running at the moment and using this method or recording my runs has yielded results within 0.05 seconds for the time at an official strip. :cool:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/1c40269fc360aa872f5cea6620694f39_zpse63465e6.jpg)

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/1c35988b2f02199ce146ce6d1d71f0fb_zpsdfe4b535.jpg)

Need to focus on some "bling" bits for the car now. :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Eeef on 13 September 2013, 09:00
Wow....!

What map have you got and have you been dyno'd yet?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 13 September 2013, 18:19
Wow....!

What map have you got and have you been dyno'd yet?

It is a GIAC stage 3 engine map with a GIAC stage 3 custom DSG map on a Loba L0400 turbo with Water methanol injection. :cool:

Before the turbo upgrade it was 392bhp and 462lbft at Awesome GTI on their 4WD dyno.

Somewhere slightly north of 400bhp. :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: pryda on 15 September 2013, 18:23
fitted LED tail lights (with a MASSIVE thanks to Rocket Ross for the help)...

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7308/9741611163_956d4250cd_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84462936@N03/9741611163/)
IMG_8390 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84462936@N03/9741611163/) by Pryda_VDub (http://www.flickr.com/people/84462936@N03/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 15 September 2013, 18:26
fitted LED tail lights (with a MASSIVE thanks to Rocket Ross for the help)...

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7308/9741611163_956d4250cd_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84462936@N03/9741611163/)
IMG_8390 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84462936@N03/9741611163/) by Pryda_VDub (http://www.flickr.com/people/84462936@N03/), on Flickr

They look spot on mate - Had fun smashing the light to do this mod  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: sajymundo on 18 September 2013, 16:16
1st fill up since i got my 59 plate gti, managed 350 miles and had some fun along the way. Tesco Momentum 99 this time....lets see what all the fuss is about in regards to super unleaded.

The GTI i must admit is superb, never had a car with this much power before and teh acceleration from 40mph to *cough*70mp*cough* is soo sweet. the engine hummmm when accelerating is amazing, i tend not to even put on the radio, just listen to the engine. DSG is a god send, stuck in over an hours worth of traffic in the rain the other day, still couldnt stop  :grin:

Looking forward to my next drive upto scotland, cant wait.

Mate your car looks amazing in white!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 18 September 2013, 22:25
had a mk6 1.4 TSI cabriolet for the day as wife's mk5 was on the dealers

(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/wigit71/Ed35/BA902169-E8B1-4FDF-9734-9127470BE513-1817-0000023773021EFC_zpsccb41cdc.jpg) (http://s382.photobucket.com/user/wigit71/media/Ed35/BA902169-E8B1-4FDF-9734-9127470BE513-1817-0000023773021EFC_zpsccb41cdc.jpg.html)

Car feels underpowered with the 1.4, like the silhouette and always wish they did a Golf coupe (rather than rocco), refinement ok but scuttle shake is evident, not the most practical car
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AndyG on 26 September 2013, 20:09
I was gutted last week when I returned home to be told one of my alloys curbed whilst dropping son off.(http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o539/andypgill/null_zpscd8dce19.jpg)
Anyway picked up the refurbed wheel up today
(http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o539/andypgill/null_zps6b40dcc8.jpg)
Took it to Prestige Wheels in Stockport.Very impressed with their work.£110 it cost.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 26 September 2013, 20:57
I was gutted last week when I returned home to be told one of my alloys curbed whilst dropping son off.(http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o539/andypgill/null_zpscd8dce19.jpg)
Anyway picked up the refurbed wheel up today
(http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o539/andypgill/null_zps6b40dcc8.jpg)
Took it to Prestige Wheels in Stockport.Very impressed with their work.£110 it cost.

Is it a show car?....I cant justify £100+ for small curbs marks like that, you can barely see it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AndyG on 26 September 2013, 21:48
I just don't want a tatty car.I have had it since new and like keeping it that way.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 26 September 2013, 21:56
Need to paint the rusty hub parts of the discs then  :wink: :drool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AndyG on 26 September 2013, 22:18
Your right.I have a tatty car :grin:  I'm surprised you didn't notice one of the nut covers are missing as well!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 26 September 2013, 23:37
Your right.I have a tatty car :grin:  I'm surprised you didn't notice one of the nut covers are missing as well!

what would you do if you clipped the same wheel again next week?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 27 September 2013, 08:08
Your right.I have a tatty car :grin:  I'm surprised you didn't notice one of the nut covers are missing as well!

what would you do if you clipped the same wheel again next week?

I think that £110 would make you be even more careful, but if it did happen again, I too would be straight round to the refurbers. I've got the tiniest bit of white worm forming on one of my Vancouvers. You can hardly see it and I'm suppressing it with a weekly blob of wax, but I'll still get the wheel refurbed when my winter wheels go on.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 27 September 2013, 08:24
Your right.I have a tatty car :grin:  I'm surprised you didn't notice one of the nut covers are missing as well!

what would you do if you clipped the same wheel again next week?

I think that £110 would make you be even more careful, but if it did happen again, I too would be straight round to the refurbers. I've got the tiniest bit of white worm forming on one of my Vancouvers. You can hardly see it and I'm suppressing it with a weekly blob of wax, but I'll still get the wheel refurbed when my winter wheels go on.

It's the one thing that I doesn't bother me that much - it happens.  Two of mine are kerbed but I'll probably only get them refurbed prior to selling it it or trading it in.   I can see the sense in getting damaged wheels refurbed when switching over to winter wheels though, so you have a nice pristine set to go back on in summer.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AndyG on 27 September 2013, 17:29
If I was in the habit if kerbing wheels often obviously I wouldn't get them done but as this is the first and hopefully last time,£110 in 24 years ain't bad.I was only recommending a good repairer in the north west for fellow members,sorry.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 27 September 2013, 18:40
If I was in the habit if kerbing wheels often obviously I wouldn't get them done but as this is the first and hopefully last time,£110 in 24 years ain't bad.I was only recommending a good repairer in the north west for fellow members,sorry.

Mate, why are you apologising?  I think it's commendable that you want to keep your car looking good, most of us on hear feel the same, I'm sure.  But for those us with a (much) poorer track record on kerbing wheels  :embarrassed: it would just be too costly to refurb each time  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 27 September 2013, 19:22
If I was in the habit if kerbing wheels often obviously I wouldn't get them done but as this is the first and hopefully last time,£110 in 24 years ain't bad.I was only recommending a good repairer in the north west for fellow members,sorry.
I'm like you if I curbed one god forbid it would have to get sorted  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AndyG on 27 September 2013, 19:50
I've read much good comments about Lepson's but would sooner stay local to me.I can't help it,I think its cos we've had the car since new.I suppose if you buy a second hand car,you expect the odd knock on it so any further knocks don't really matter.£110 is sod all nowadays, bargain!
Anyway an alternative to Lepson's guys&girls.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 27 September 2013, 20:45
That's good to know Andy. Stockport is that bit closer to me. Lepsons is a bit of a trek.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 27 September 2013, 21:16
Recommendations are always helpful.  When I do get mine done, it'll be Lepsons for me as they're only 30 miles away  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AaronMc on 27 September 2013, 21:20
Spit & Polish are good too! Get mixed reviews online, but refurbed my Diamond Cut M3 wheels spot on!

Will be using them for the Monzas when I decide to get them done.

All I done today to the GTI was install V9 maps!

Clean it tomorrow if weather holds off!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 28 September 2013, 20:26
removed the exhaust which spiderman bought. car looks pretty ordinary without the milltek but never mind.


also took it to hemsley and tested out my gopro hero 3 camera, which i got for track days for the clio.


tried a few angles outside the car. impressive bit of kit!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 29 September 2013, 18:18
Took the old Girl for a day out on the rollers at the R-Tech charity day,

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zpsc2bb4b13.jpg) (http://s601.photobucket.com/user/NeilGti/media/null_zpsc2bb4b13.jpg.html)

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zpsf2e8bc4f.jpg) (http://s601.photobucket.com/user/NeilGti/media/null_zpsf2e8bc4f.jpg.html)

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/null_zps4f21a114.jpg) (http://s601.photobucket.com/user/NeilGti/media/null_zps4f21a114.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 29 September 2013, 19:23
Great Results there Neil  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 29 September 2013, 19:42
Great Results there Neil  :laugh:

Yes really pleased only 13bhp and 20lb ft behind Hurdy,
but he was running his poverty spec map to make me feel better I think  :rolleyes: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 29 September 2013, 20:00
That some big numbers Neil, car must be an animal  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 29 September 2013, 21:18
That some big numbers Neil, car must be an animal  :evil:

Yes its running sweet and the K04 really suits the TSI engine imo  :cool:
 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AaronMc on 30 September 2013, 17:57
All I have done today is look how much dust has settled on it from the rain, after cleaning it Saturday..

And then been thinking H&R Supersports or LED Rears next..
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: spiderman on 30 September 2013, 19:05
Not quite up to the level of some you guys, but my first step.

Nice Cat-Back Milltek fitted this afternoon. Curtesy of Ken, Cheers Dude :cool:

(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh7/skuesapprentice/DSC00244.jpg) (http://s252.photobucket.com/user/skuesapprentice/media/DSC00244.jpg.html)

Stage one is next later in the week :cool:

Sandy
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 30 September 2013, 19:17
looking good sandy

enjoy the exhaust  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AaronMc on 30 September 2013, 19:23
Nice mod mate! Cant beat a nice zorst!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Poached on 30 September 2013, 21:17
Not quite up to the level of some you guys, but my first step.

Nice Cat-Back Milltek fitted this afternoon. Curtesy of Ken, Cheers Dude :cool:

(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh7/skuesapprentice/DSC00244.jpg) (http://s252.photobucket.com/user/skuesapprentice/media/DSC00244.jpg.html)

Stage one is next later in the week :cool:

Sandy

Now just need to fill the gap in those arches :wink:.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 30 September 2013, 21:21
Bilstein B12 kit will be fitted before long i suspect  :whistle: :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: 12barblues on 30 September 2013, 21:51
First post and just got a mk6 gti. Picked one up with just 700 miles and 6 months old. My first GTI for 20 years where I had a 16v and 2 x 8v. Anyhow, just installed an RNS510 as my car just had the bog standard radio in it. Transformed the dash and hopefully the sat nav as trying to see my phone the other day for directions resulted in a quick kerbing and a well scuffed alloy. :angry:
Overall I just love this motor. I think the dsg box is superb and the engine very sweet. To put things into context I've also a 997 gen 2 Carrera s, and it's hardly turned a wheel since the gti arrived 3 weeks ago.
Already thinking of selling the porker and putting an order in for a mk7 r when they come out next year.
Looks like the 510 works well anyhow though I've not resorted to any vcds coding. Yet.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: spiderman on 30 September 2013, 22:13
Bilstein B12 kit will be fitted before long i suspect  :whistle: :wink:

Aye that'll be step 4 :wink: once the winter tyres come off in march.

Cheers

Sandy
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: spiderman on 03 October 2013, 10:19
Stage one Tune installed this morning :cool:

Quick test drive........ Coooooool

Thanks for all the reccomendations i went with Bluefin in the end, nice and smooth and plenty to spin the wheels in 3rd on the wet roads today :laugh:

Sandy
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: skandar on 03 October 2013, 20:18
nice cat-back mate,
mind telling me where you getting yours stage1 done??

 
Not quite up to the level of some you guys, but my first step.

Nice Cat-Back Milltek fitted this afternoon. Curtesy of Ken, Cheers Dude :cool:

(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh7/skuesapprentice/DSC00244.jpg) (http://s252.photobucket.com/user/skuesapprentice/media/DSC00244.jpg.html)

Stage one is next later in the week :cool:

Sandy
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: spiderman on 04 October 2013, 09:43
See above post dude :wink:

Went with Bluefin and did it myself, dead easy and great support :cool:

Sandy
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 04 October 2013, 13:55
See above post dude :wink:

Went with Bluefin and did it myself, dead easy and great support :cool:

Sandy

How much did you pay for Bluefin? Just asking as i might be selling my fully reset device soon.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dereks on 04 October 2013, 18:37
MOT today. passed with no advisories :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: spiderman on 04 October 2013, 19:57
See above post dude :wink:

Went with Bluefin and did it myself, dead easy and great support :cool:

Sandy

How much did you pay for Bluefin? Just asking as i might be selling my fully reset device soon.

£365 Delivered , New with a free K&N Panel filter (which i'm keeping till i've got the carbonspeed fitted and i'm happy with it) From JJC race and Rally on The Bay of E, quick delivery too. It was the best deal i found :smiley:

Sandy
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 05 October 2013, 13:07
Spiderman. Nice cat back. Its nice and quiet and a nice stage 1 upgrade very smooth.
I was a fan of both of these on Kens.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jules Winfield on 05 October 2013, 14:04
Booked it in for its first MOT test next weekend (has it really been three years?).

Retrieved my winter wheels and tyres from the shed and applied some sealant to them.  They'll go back in the shed later and I'll get them put on the car in a couple of weeks.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 05 October 2013, 16:07
Washed it. First time in ages.
The sun came out just as I finished drying it.
Reminded me why I really like this car and the shadow blue colour  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Poached on 05 October 2013, 16:11
Washed it. First time in ages.
The sun came out just as I finished drying it.
Reminded me why I really like this car and the shadow blue colour  :cool:

Would be interested to see what a Shadow Blue with Glendales looked like.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 October 2013, 16:36
Washed it. First time in ages.
The sun came out just as I finished drying it.
Reminded me why I really like this car and the shadow blue colour  :cool:

Would be interested to see what a Shadow Blue with Glendales looked like.

Think it would look great and be a unique combination. 
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Post by: stoney26 on 05 October 2013, 16:45
Only recently purchased my MK6 and even more recently just got it back from having a new air intake manifold fitted - cat converter light came up 4 lights after pick up.

Today just gave it a good clean, removed stickers from previous owner 'purchased at..' etc and replaced tax disk holder.

Exhaust really needs a good clean, could anyone recommend a good chrome cleaner? I've heard autosol is pretty decent.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 05 October 2013, 17:12
Washed it. First time in ages.
The sun came out just as I finished drying it.
Reminded me why I really like this car and the shadow blue colour  :cool:

Would be interested to see what a Shadow Blue with Glendales looked like.
Not seen any photos of any yet. I have seen loads of photos of then with the watkins glen 18s and the darker shade of silver works well with the shadow blue. Im not sure how the black of the glendales would look.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AaronMc on 05 October 2013, 18:16
Only recently purchased my MK6 and even more recently just got it back from having a new air intake manifold fitted - cat converter light came up 4 lights after pick up.

Today just gave it a good clean, removed stickers from previous owner 'purchased at..' etc and replaced tax disk holder.

Exhaust really needs a good clean, could anyone recommend a good chrome cleaner? I've heard autosol is pretty decent.

Either Britemax Twins (Cleaner & Protector), or just go buy some Wire Wool from Halfords, and use a degreaser with that, and then just protect them with metal polish such as Meguairs or something similar.

Heres the results from mine, after just a quick going over..

(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g442/AaronMcIver/IMG_3195_zpsadda2841.jpg) (http://s1102.photobucket.com/user/AaronMcIver/media/IMG_3195_zpsadda2841.jpg.html)
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Post by: dubber36 on 05 October 2013, 20:17
I drove mine (first time in ages) and thought it felt a bit old and dated. Maybe it's because deep down it is still a Mk5 and things have moved on, or I'm so used to the comfort and gadgets in my Passat.  :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jules Winfield on 06 October 2013, 18:56
Gave it a wash.
Made sure all the lights worked prior to its MOT next weekend.
Checked tyre pressures and inflated to correct level.
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Post by: charlie on 07 October 2013, 17:15
Gave it a wash cleaned my tail pipes and paid my finance off  :cool:it's all mine :laugh:
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Post by: mkviken on 07 October 2013, 22:25
hoovered and fitted some rubber mats ready for winter :rolleyes:


another track day in the clio at the weekend and tested my new go pro camera.

http://youtu.be/kGmR36uwF_g
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Post by: spiderman on 08 October 2013, 10:51
Finally had a morning off to tinker.
So the Carbonspeed filter unit is fitted :cool: Nice, thanks Mike.

(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh7/skuesapprentice/DSC00263.jpg) (http://s252.photobucket.com/user/skuesapprentice/media/DSC00263.jpg.html)

I had been re-learning to drive the car smoothly with the re-map and despite the obvious change in performance had started to wonder if she felt a little choked in the mid range :sad:. The filter box has sorted that out. The Bluefin map might be geared for non-modified cars, but having done everything in short stages, i can tell the difference each bit has made. The car is running smooth like it did before but quicker and livelier. Really chuffed it now feels just like i hoped it would.

Now the rest of her needs a good clean :smiley:

Sandy
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Post by: wigit on 08 October 2013, 14:50
took it for a blast around the lanes and then packed it up with stock bits ready for tomorrows trip to AKS
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Post by: spiderman on 09 October 2013, 17:46
Cleaned her and topped up her wax.

Couldn't resist going for a quick spin and a nice walk. When i got back i couldn't help but think those wheels are just part of her personality :rolleyes: Don't think i'll bother with changing them, just need to loose that wee gap in those arches in the spring (after the snow :wink:) and i think she's sorted :laugh:

(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh7/skuesapprentice/DSC00279.jpg) (http://s252.photobucket.com/user/skuesapprentice/media/DSC00279.jpg.html)

Sandy
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Post by: wigit on 09 October 2013, 18:15
monzas are bit like marmite and divide opinion

had all the bits taken off mine and engine flashed back to stock for its service and then Revo Stage 1 linear throttle goes back on

nice to drive it with stock power and the handling mods as you have to work those revs and gears to get the best out of it all be it tail pipes look like pea shooters
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jules Winfield on 12 October 2013, 12:48
Took it for its first MOT.  It passed!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 12 October 2013, 13:06
monzas are bit like marmite and divide opinion


I like the Monza shadows. In fact I prefer the similarish 18" Austins on the Mk7 over the excessively elaborate 19" options. Keep it simple, that's always been the VW way.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AaronMc on 12 October 2013, 17:27
Put my private plate on!  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: sajymundo on 13 October 2013, 19:40
1st full wash, clay, polish and wax. wasn't too impressed with the finish of the NXT Tech Wax 2.0, maybe didn't leave it long enough as finish seemed a bit patchy. spent best pat of 5 hours and by the time i finished it was getting dark and started to rain, been crap today too so no pics, will do it again in a few weeks now that i kinda know what im doing and then post some pics. nice relaxing day cleaning the beast.

ONR with 2 buckets, fine clay with ONR lube, Meg Ultimate Compound, NXT Tech Wax 2.0.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AaronMc on 14 October 2013, 11:46
Always find NXT wax to be patchy. May be using too much product but I now use and much prefer Victorias Concours Wax!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 14 October 2013, 12:16
I treated all the door rubbers which seems to have quietened it down alot.
Still odd clunk from passenger door catch and hatch but alot better.
 :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 14 October 2013, 21:58
Just hit 48k miles. Not bad considering my cars an 09!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 15 October 2013, 07:38
Just hit 48k miles. Not bad considering my cars an 09!
Is that not just an average 12k pa?
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Post by: dubber36 on 15 October 2013, 08:09
Mine clicked over the 30,000 mile mark last week. That will be 4 years old in January.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 15 October 2013, 12:09
Mine just clicked 11k  :embarrassed: and is 4 years old in march   :embarrassed:
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Post by: candywhite12 on 15 October 2013, 13:28
Mine just clicked 11k  :embarrassed: and is 4 years old in march   :embarrassed:

well mine clicked into 6-figures last month (km).  so i did the sensible thing and changed the unit into miles so that i only see 5 figures on my miles ticker  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 15 October 2013, 13:59
Mine just clicked 11k  :embarrassed: and is 4 years old in march   :embarrassed:

you need to get out in it more man....night time runs when the Mrs is sleeping  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 15 October 2013, 18:20
Too many cars is my problem. Hope to reduce down to half the amount in the next 18 months.  That will meen the mk6 is used ~9 months of the year.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 15 October 2013, 18:58
Too many cars is my problem. Hope to reduce down to half the amount in the next 18 months.  That will meen the mk6 is used ~9 months of the year.

Just read your signature, why on earth do you have 7 cars?... :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 15 October 2013, 19:35
Because I have 7-8 garage spaces :grin:   :evil:

3 cars are 50-60 classics. Going to sell them this coming year.
I have another car I use in the winter. (Inherited this one a year ago or so)
Another I use for trips to tip/dirty work. (My previous winter car)
Then my two GTIs.
Not worth fortunes but still too many imo.

Going to reduce it to 3-4
Daily driver
Winter car
Classic car
Maybe a sports car if I sell my 5 car garage location for housing. Then have money left after building a second double garage at home.


Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: candywhite12 on 15 October 2013, 19:43
Because I have 7-8 garage spaces :grin:   :evil:
I hope to reduce that to 4-5 garage spaces at home.

3 cars are 50-60 classics. Going to sell them this coming year.
I have another car I use in the winter. (Inherited this one a year ago or so)
Another I use for trips to tip/dirty work. (My previous winter car)
Then my two GTIs.
Not worth fortunes but still too many imo.

Going to reduce it to 3-4
Daily driver
Winter car
Classic car
Maybe a sports car..

mate just got my head round this... you must be shelling out a fortune on insurance and licences  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 15 October 2013, 19:54
Quote from: candywhite12 link=topic=246903.msg2393455#msg2393455
mate just got my head round this... you must be shelling out a fortune on insurance and licences  :laugh:
Not as bad as you maybe thinking..
 3 classics Free tax.  insurance for them comes to about £500
Winter car is £140 a year tax and iirc £280 Insurance
Dirty car £120 a year tax and about £250 insurance
GTI mk1 been off the road for a few years stored at home (no costs)
GTI mk6 £195 tax iirc £320 to insure.
No ive not added that all up  :embarrassed:
But if I reduce it to 3 cars it will be cheaper  :grin:


Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Poached on 15 October 2013, 22:01
It's obvious Snoopy Boost's cars for a living :laugh:.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 16 October 2013, 08:25
Just hit 48k miles. Not bad considering my cars an 09!
Is that not just an average 12k pa?

Yes I spose it is. realised that just after I posted!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 18 October 2013, 17:14
Hit 10k miles today
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 18 October 2013, 19:19
Fitted GTI seat inserts, they do really make a difference
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 18 October 2013, 20:29
Where did you get the gti inserts from? Any pics? Cheers
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Post by: Booth11 on 18 October 2013, 21:46
Fitted GTI seat inserts, they do really make a difference

+1  Don't understand why these aren't standard factory fit.

Fitted some couple weeks ago.  Bought off ebay and pleased with them.  Couple of pics of mine.

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2817/10045516456_5afbb21fec_n.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/100316034@N05/10045516456/)

(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2853/10045628175_c62254c017_n.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/100316034@N05/10045628175/)
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Post by: jhunter_83 on 19 October 2013, 08:04
Where did you get the gti inserts from? Any pics? Cheers

I bought them off eBay from a company called keyrings-uk

Ordered on Wednesday and were delivered with Thursdays post.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 19 October 2013, 09:33
Try contacting gulfstream11 on here as he designed them originally. Id rather have the originals than a knockoff :wink:
Theres probably still an ad in the clasified section.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 19 October 2013, 10:35
Try contacting gulfstream11 on here as he designed them originally. Id rather have the originals than a knockoff :wink:
Theres probably still an ad in the clasified section.

They will all be the same Snoopy, mine are from eBay and they look spot on.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AaronMc on 19 October 2013, 16:55
I've got these too, such a nice little touch for an already smart interior!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: fentshire on 19 October 2013, 17:39
Sat at my desk in Vienna, Austria praying my GTI is still in one piece. As it has been parked in the Long Stay Car Park at Gatwick for over three weeks. And I fly back to blighty on Wednesday night and hope it starts first time!

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 19 October 2013, 17:44
Sat at my desk in Vienna, Austria praying my GTI is still in one piece. As it has been parked in the Long Stay Car Park at Gatwick for over three weeks. And I fly back to blighty on Wednesday night and hope it starts first time!
it will start it's just the door dents that would worry me  :embarrassed:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 20 October 2013, 20:29
Took the GTD to look at Audi S3's.
Looked at 3 today and disappointed with them all. Does nobody tell the truth in adverts nowadays.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 20 October 2013, 20:37
I know how you feel people just lie nowadays, either that or their blind and stupid.  I always lists worts and all. Id rather not  waste mine and  someone elses time.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 20 October 2013, 20:39
Yeah I travelled 240 miles round trip to view a mint car and it was so bad I didn't even start it up!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 22 October 2013, 15:33
Just ordered some 18" alloys (dare dr x2 gunmetal grey) with winter tyres (nankang winter sv2) ready for the winter, last year the car really struggled especially with the goodyear f1s, just hope I see a massive difference as I need to be able to get about.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 22 October 2013, 18:10
I use a seat leon in the winter. With its goodyear summer tyres on it struggled to get out my street if it would even move without just turning its wheels. With the nankangs on the only thing that stopped it was when i beeched it due to the depth of snow lifted it off its wheels.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 22 October 2013, 18:14
Snoopy do you rate the nankangs? For the money they were nearly half the price of the contis and dunlops!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 22 October 2013, 18:25
Did the job for me and as i dont drive fast in the winter they did the job but there soft. I have them in the size 205x55x16 I was astonished the difference they made in snow but we get it very deep up here on the top of the valley.
A mate of mine got the all weather versions (cannot remember the name) which have a similar tread pattern and they worked well too.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 22 October 2013, 18:29
Thanks for that made me feel better! Anything will be better than the f1s on a dsg car, couldn't even get off my street last year with a little bit of slush never mind the snow!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 22 October 2013, 21:03
Can't wait to try my winter tyres actually!



Not done owt to the golf.


Treated the clio to an akrapovic evo exhaust system though!

A thing of beauty even though it's hidden! Not a bad way to spend A grand!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: fentshire on 24 October 2013, 22:28

Sat at my desk in Vienna, Austria praying my GTI is still in one piece. As it has been parked in the Long Stay Car Park at Gatwick for over three weeks. And I fly back to blighty on Wednesday night and hope it starts first time!
it will start it's just the door dents that would worry me  :embarrassed:

Got back to GTI at Gatwick late last night. So pleased there were no door dents, started first time. Then a hearty midnight drive round the M25 and up the M40, back home 

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 25 October 2013, 06:44
Took it to test drive a few replacements, think it might be getting swapped for a seat leon fr+ diesel
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 25 October 2013, 18:57

Sat at my desk in Vienna, Austria praying my GTI is still in one piece. As it has been parked in the Long Stay Car Park at Gatwick for over three weeks. And I fly back to blighty on Wednesday night and hope it starts first time!
it will start it's just the door dents that would worry me  :embarrassed:

Got back to GTI at Gatwick late last night. So pleased there were no door dents, started first time. Then a hearty midnight drive round the M25 and up the M40, back home
glad to hear no damage  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 26 October 2013, 07:24
Took it to test drive a few replacements, think it might be getting swapped for a seat leon fr+ diesel

I had a Leon FR diesel for 18 months and 60k miles, was a really great car to drive :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 26 October 2013, 15:29
Took it to test drive a few replacements, think it might be getting swapped for a seat leon fr+ diesel

I had a Leon FR diesel for 18 months and 60k miles, was a really great car to drive :cool:

That's good, did you have any problems with it?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jules Winfield on 26 October 2013, 17:59
Summer tyres taken off and cleaned with Bilberry and a hose, dried and put in the shed until next year.
Winter tyres put on.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 26 October 2013, 19:17
Winter tyres on already? Where abouts are you? Mine are ready to bolt onto my Passat, but the temperature is still well into the teens.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jules Winfield on 26 October 2013, 21:12
West Midlands.  I always change around this time of year.  More often that not, it's wet, miserable, windy and unpleasant.  However, it was dry this morning when I got up and when I was cleaning my summer set later on so I didn't get wet.  It's out of the way now and I don't have to think about tyres and wheels again until spring.

Yes, temperatures are above 7.5 degrees, but I haven't found that my winter tyres (Continental TS830P) have worn that much over the three years I've had the car - still got plenty of tread left.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 27 October 2013, 07:20
Hit a rock in the road  :cry: ( bit smaller than a rugby ball )
I had no we're else to go as there was a push bike on the inside, a car coming in the opposite direction, and a car behind me so I couldn't anchor on,
The safest thing to do was to swerve slightly and let it go under the car, rather than try and run over it with the wheel !!!
As it went under the car there was an almighty bang and it lifted the car, looked through my mirror and it fired out the back and bounced into the kerb edge, my 1st thoughts were sh!t there goes my sump and possibly more  :cry:
Immediately pulled over expecting oil to be oozing all over, but to my surprise I couldn't see any damage ? 
Took it to the garage who looks after my car for further investigation, and to my luck and surprise I came out unscathed apart from a scraped undertray  :shocked:
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Post by: Raffe on 27 October 2013, 07:45
Close call Neil, very lucky escape.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 27 October 2013, 07:47
Took it to test drive a few replacements, think it might be getting swapped for a seat leon fr+ diesel

I had a Leon FR diesel for 18 months and 60k miles, was a really great car to drive :cool:

That's good, did you have any problems with it?

Not a sausage, absolutely as good as gold. Averaged 52mpg, was plenty quick enough and the seats were far more comfortable than our GTi's, happily could spend 6 hours driving and feel fresh after.

Definitely will consider the new model when my 3 series lease expires.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 27 October 2013, 07:51
Close call Neil, very lucky escape.

Yes I was expecting a fair amount of damage with the noise it made  :sad:
Lady Luck on my side for a change  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 27 October 2013, 09:14
Amazed the alliy subframe didnt take a battering as its one of the lowest parts. Unless it hit the suspension bottom arm instead.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 27 October 2013, 10:43
Got a couple of new tyres, Michelin Pilot Sport 3's. 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 27 October 2013, 10:49
Just applying fk1000p to my winter alloys! Wish I had bought 3 spokes as it would of been easier to do!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 27 October 2013, 15:00
Driven it to West Yorkshire (my home county) for a few days.  Nice smooth uneventful journey, if a little windy!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 27 October 2013, 15:04
Had mine serviced the other day under the Vw service plan. Car seems to be running smoother and faster. Not sure if it's just a placebo effect?! In any case it's made me happy.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 27 October 2013, 15:49
Just went and filled mine with fuel again and as im sad I worked out the brim to brim mpg.
 32.6mpg not bad considering its been used to commute only the past two weeks and ive not driven it with economy in mind at all.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 27 October 2013, 15:59
Took the RNS 510 out  :sad:
Took the AudoDAB out  :sad:
Took the SprintBooster out  :sad:

Just the BBSs to come off now before I wave goodbye  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWNOS on 27 October 2013, 16:12
Took it to Ikea in MK. Took one look at the queue and turned around again, then went for a blast in manual flappy paddle mode. Reminded me what a great all-round car it is, especially with the Bluefin installed.

Then SORN'd my '97 Elise and tucked it away for the winter  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Peter W on 27 October 2013, 17:39
Hoovered inside, wiped down leather, cleaned out & hoovered boot, cleaned tailpipes, cleaned under bonnet, tyres checked, oils and water checked. Going for a late night blast later  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 27 October 2013, 19:47
Amazed the alliy subframe didnt take a battering as its one of the lowest parts. Unless it hit the suspension bottom arm instead.

Yes I think the flat of the rock went under the car 1st, hence no damage to the splitter, from there it must of rolled over and scraped the under tray, it's hit the rear of the suspension arm were the walk kit joins the body and lifted the car as it's all marked thankfully no damage except a few scrapes,
As you say if it had hit the ally subframe it would of been a different story
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 27 October 2013, 20:27
Amazed the alliy subframe didnt take a battering as its one of the lowest parts. Unless it hit the suspension bottom arm instead.

Yes I think the flat of the rock went under the car 1st, hence no damage to the splitter, from there it must of rolled over and scraped the under tray, it's hit the rear of the suspension arm were the walk kit joins the body and lifted the car as it's all marked thankfully no damage except a few scrapes,
As you say if it had hit the ally subframe it would of been a different story

very lucky Neil, i had a similar incident with a house brick in the scirocco, turned out this damaged the sump slightly which was not visible until car deposited oil in an underground car park, subframes are tough as old boots as i have my rocco one in the garage
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: fentshire on 28 October 2013, 17:24

Sat at my desk in Vienna, Austria praying my GTI is still in one piece. As it has been parked in the Long Stay Car Park at Gatwick for over three weeks. And I fly back to blighty on Wednesday night and hope it starts first time!
it will start it's just the door dents that would worry me  :embarrassed:

Got back to GTI at Gatwick late last night. So pleased there were no door dents, started first time. Then a hearty midnight drive round the M25 and up the M40, back home

Just filled up with petrol. About to drive to Brittany in France for a week. Was going to catch Plymouth to Roscoff ferry tonight, but it was cancelled due to hurricane etc. So making a night trip of it by catching 1.23am Le Shuttle and then driving thru the night to destination. About 500 miles in France. I will put some Miles Davis on and chill...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jhunter_83 on 29 October 2013, 18:26
I have part ex mine for a 12 plate leon fr+ diesel 170

Loved my gti for the short time I had it but due to changing roles at work meaning I would be travelling across the region I had to go diesel.

I do have a pipercross air intake for sale in the mk6 for sale section.

Thanks
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 29 October 2013, 18:57
just got back from offshore to a minting GTI.

washed mine today - probably the worst its ever been!

all clean now though! :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 29 October 2013, 19:39
Took it for a blast over the Snake Pass and the Upper Derwent Valley twisties.  Tons of fun, spectacular scenery.   It's a bit dirty now  :evil:

Kent's roads are going to be sooo boring after this :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: candywhite12 on 30 October 2013, 07:45
snow foamed for the first time and washed it on monday.  took it for a service yesterday, parted with 300 pounds, got back home and hid myself under a pillow for 6 hours  :sick: it's the flu i got by washing the car bare-chested so now the wife is getting back to me by refusing to stay at home and take care of me  :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 30 October 2013, 08:08
Snow foamed, clay barred, polished, sealed and 2 coats of wax ready for winter, just need to put the winter wheels on, which may be soon as the tempreture has really dropped lately.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 30 October 2013, 19:49
Traded mine in and picked up my Audi S3 :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 30 October 2013, 20:48
Traded mine in and picked up my Audi S3 :grin:
what the heck marshy, you have just had 2 mapd done in 6 months and then you sell.....whats going on mate?

Any GTI parts going spare?  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 31 October 2013, 07:54
Traded mine in and picked up my Audi S3 :grin:

The lure of the ko4/4wd and S-Tronic?

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Marshy on 31 October 2013, 08:41
Was thinking of an s-tronic but fell in love with a white manual.
Ross I was originally looking for a car for the wife but ended up buying one for me!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: candywhite12 on 31 October 2013, 08:56
Ross I was originally looking for a car for the wife but ended up buying one for me!

yeah that's how it usually goes mate  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 03 November 2013, 19:32
washed it and noticed the drivers door window seal is leaking jet above the mirror

its done it ever so slightly from day 1 of owning the car new but the last 2 times I've cleaned it its been pretty bad


taking it in tomorrow to get looked at


to replace the seal the door card and wing mirror have to come off as well as outer rubber strip and black plastic door trim panel

if they manage to do that without damaging my car i will be amazed
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 03 November 2013, 21:05
↑ so will I. Were you taking it this time?
Your brave washing it in this weather been blowing 30mph gusts here all day mines sitting absolutely filthy in the garage desperate for a wash  :embarrassed:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 04 November 2013, 17:11
Was really windy all day but stopped about tea time so have it another wash


Car is booked in at durham tomorrow to get sorted. She reckons they might do it in a day but can't see them having it on the shelf.

No courtesy cars so I hope they sort it so I don't have to keep bringing it back in.

Had a proper look today and the seal just above the wing mirror looks squashed or mishapen maybe a manufacturing error.


I bet the get the jet wash on it to try and make it leak. Not ideal as I don't want them washing it.

I took photos of it to show them but think they will want to test it themselves anyway.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 05 November 2013, 18:43
took it in to get leaking window seal sorted

total waste of time. the said they need the car 2 or 3 days to test it and find the faulty part

there is condensation on the window where it is leaking and there is only 1 seal on the door so its not rocket science

the service woman kept saying they don't know thats where the leak is for certain! WTF! :angry:

the part is £50. I'm tempted to just do it myself. I'm not leaving my car with them for 3 days so they can pressure wash my car to death



i also fitted the winter wheels today. i thought they would look terrible but actually look not too bad

monza's cleaned, sealed and bagged up for the winter

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zpsc2898d13.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zpsc2898d13.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps4b5807cc.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps4b5807cc.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps32b8b74b.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps32b8b74b.jpg.html)

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 05 November 2013, 18:55
I think I would have fit the winter wheels before it went in after the last time. :lipsrsealed:
Dont worry they couldnt fix Andrew from dtuk skoda vrs either   :grin:
Fix it yourself mate at least you know it will be done right.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 05 November 2013, 20:00
going to see how much a door seal is at TPS
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 06 November 2013, 08:41
Custom exhaust fitted. 3.5" downpipe and 3" straight through system fully TIG welded with cast stainless flanges and 4" slash cut titanium tips.

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/20131021_154811_zps88021ede.jpg)

Cast flanges.
(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/20131021_153923_zps5246fd40.jpg)



A little video/sound clip  :cool:

Only one deep pop on the overrun from 4krpms as that is the max rpm's I can do with the DSG at standstill, but pops and burbles much better from higher revs on the road.

http://s1333.photobucket.com/user/neilgibbs/media/7330BCA4-EC75-4AB0-B20F-971B30502E79-4352-000004F77FF4E0ED_zpscf493005.mp4.html
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Beddie on 06 November 2013, 21:12
Took it for a slide round a very wet Oulton park  :smiley:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v84/beddie/ed35oulton7_zps7f5af7c8.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v84/beddie/ed35oulton8_zps8b9e2adc.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 06 November 2013, 21:49
how was the inferior 6 compared to the superior 5 (if you listen to Tiff) :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Beddie on 06 November 2013, 22:33
how was the inferior 6 compared to the superior 5 (if you listen to Tiff) :)

Well I was very pleasantly surprised today tbh mate, first track day with the 35 and still bone stock bar the remap and it felt every bit as good and just as fast and composed as the 30 did with the mods..
Granted its a much newer and fresher car and perhaps the softer stock setup allowed more grip on a very wet track compared to the much stiffer 30 but I've come away from today very impressed with my inferior mk6  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 07 November 2013, 12:44
how was the inferior 6 compared to the superior 5 (if you listen to Tiff) :)

Well I was very pleasantly surprised today tbh mate, first track day with the 35 and still bone stock bar the remap and it felt every bit as good and just as fast and composed as the 30 did with the mods..
Granted its a much newer and fresher car and perhaps the softer stock setup allowed more grip on a very wet track compared to the much stiffer 30 but I've come away from today very impressed with my inferior mk6  :wink:

That rear diffuser will make all of the difference!!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 07 November 2013, 14:09
how was the inferior 6 compared to the superior 5 (if you listen to Tiff) :)

Well I was very pleasantly surprised today tbh mate, first track day with the 35 and still bone stock bar the remap and it felt every bit as good and just as fast and composed as the 30 did with the mods..
Granted its a much newer and fresher car and perhaps the softer stock setup allowed more grip on a very wet track compared to the much stiffer 30 but I've come away from today very impressed with my inferior mk6  :wink:

That rear diffuser will make all of the difference!!!

Exactly and because its gloss black and smooth air just passes over it far easier
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Beddie on 07 November 2013, 14:31


That rear diffuser will make all of the difference!!!

Exactly and because its gloss black and smooth air just passes over it far easier

10 seconds a lap. Fact  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 07 November 2013, 17:55


That rear diffuser will make all of the difference!!!

Exactly and because its gloss black and smooth air just passes over it far easier

10 seconds a lap. Fact  :cool:

Easily!  :laugh: how long before someone says, "really"!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: spiderman on 07 November 2013, 18:15
Having had a Week of 0-4'C starts in the morning

Today i fitted my steelies and winter tyres, while the wheels were off i cleaned up the surface corrosion spots on all the suspension bits and then sprayed all the components with Waxoyl Anti stonechip black, should give it a bit more protection during the Winter. :cool:

Also with discretion being the better part of valour and the advantages of having the bluefin, i put the ECU back to factory standard. Its been a bit of handful on the recent slippery surfaces due to the extra power, so don't fancy leaving it like that for the snow.

The monzas have been fully cleaned and had all the little sticky bits of sand/stones removed and a nice coat of wax applied, they'll get stored tomorrow. :smiley:

Sandy
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Beddie on 07 November 2013, 20:37


That rear diffuser will make all of the difference!!!

Exactly and because its gloss black and smooth air just passes over it far easier

10 seconds a lap. Fact  :cool:

Easily!  :laugh: how long before someone says, "really"!

Not long i'm sure! So to answer the question in advance, yes it's worth 10 seconds a lap in gloss black, 8 seconds in flat back (more air resistance) and 4 seconds in silver.. :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 09 November 2013, 13:31
akrapovic for the clio finally come today


very nice piece of kit. won't have time to fit it until I'm next home from offshore in 2 weeks though

this thing is in a different league.

though some of you might appreciate some photos

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps7051b8b7.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps7051b8b7.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zpse8d8d0cc.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zpse8d8d0cc.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps87148ad9.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps87148ad9.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zpsfdf041b5.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zpsfdf041b5.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps31a6be3a.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps31a6be3a.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps35122f96.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps35122f96.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps905504c4.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps905504c4.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps7372f77d.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps7372f77d.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 09 November 2013, 14:23
Was on there stand in Frankfurt and it just oozes quality and agree in a different league
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 09 November 2013, 17:17
You get what you pay for, from what I understand their systems are significantly more exoensive than the more common brands of aftermarket exhaust.

Nice bit of kit.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 09 November 2013, 18:36
Parked car on driveway chap from over the road shouts over nice car mate he had just got out of a 3 door black mk 6 gti   :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Gtiless on 09 November 2013, 19:43
I had one of their bike exhausts on a CBR6 I had,and it was great quality.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 09 November 2013, 20:34
had a load akrapovic's on race bikes. very good quality - only exhaust i knew would fit first time without tweaking.

thought it was bit OTT for a car but not many exhausts gain on the clio and most fit poorly but this does work and fits spot on so went for it

fixed bucket seats and remap next
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 17 November 2013, 19:13
Just put the winter wheels back on (gave the arches a good clean too!)and put on a new set of wipers - front and back

Ready for the worst that winter will throw at us  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 17 November 2013, 19:57
Gave mine a long overdue wash. Was probably the worst it's ever been! Sadly spotted a tiny kerb on one of the alloys. That my second kerb mark. Counting the days till the dreaded white worm rears it's ugly head!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Arena8 on 17 November 2013, 22:34
Had a blast in it from Kinlochewe to Linlithgow, treeeemendous   :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 17 November 2013, 23:22
Gave mine a good old clean taking the wheels off to scrub the inside of the alloys as I think they have never been cleaned inside... then taken out for a blast and now in a worse state then I was before I started!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimmymature on 18 November 2013, 16:08
akrapovic for the clio finally come today


very nice piece of kit. won't have time to fit it until I'm next home from offshore in 2 weeks though

this thing is in a different league.

though some of you might appreciate some photos

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps7051b8b7.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps7051b8b7.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zpse8d8d0cc.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zpse8d8d0cc.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps87148ad9.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps87148ad9.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zpsfdf041b5.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zpsfdf041b5.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps31a6be3a.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps31a6be3a.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps35122f96.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps35122f96.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps905504c4.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps905504c4.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps7372f77d.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps7372f77d.jpg.html)

Automotive Art, superb.


Where are the picture of them on the car?



Jim
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: tenrohle on 19 November 2013, 10:53
put winter steelies on. michelin alpin tyres. looks kinda mean on black steelies!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 19 November 2013, 14:59
Ordered it two new tyres for the Watkins Glens and booked it in for a new windscreen next week

Next step is to book it in to have all the mods removed before christmas before it goes up for sale as it looks like Mrs W does want a Mk7 PP :(

4 winter tyres also ordered for Mrs W for the Pirelli
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: phil1975 on 25 November 2013, 11:33
Pair of continentals fitted today, good service and price through blackcircles always worrying letting anyone near your alloys!

Major service and air con service tomorrow, expensive couple of days!  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 25 November 2013, 11:58
Cleaned the filthy beast.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 25 November 2013, 12:38
Used it to day to go and collect. Front discs and pads, rear discs and pads and two rear calipers for the leon.
Thus afternoon using it to get two winter tyres fitted to the leon winter alloys.
Once the leon is back together the GTI will be parked up till march.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: spiderman on 25 November 2013, 21:51
Mot'd today, no sweat.
Re-installed Bluefin due to serious withdrawl symtoms :grin: Think i'll just try and be more sensible when it snows, i need the fix too much  :laugh:

Sandy
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWNOS on 25 November 2013, 22:12
Funnily enough I uninstalled Bluefin ahead of a service next week. I was surprised how much slower the car felt today.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: alan desmond on 25 November 2013, 23:30
BOOKED IN FOR TURBO BACK MILTEK AND REVO STAGE 2 REMAP
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: barrym381 on 25 November 2013, 23:48
BOOKED IN FOR TURBO BACK MILTEK AND REVO STAGE 2 REMAP
save your cash have a custom system made and speak to r-tech for your map  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 25 November 2013, 23:58
BOOKED IN FOR TURBO BACK MILTEK AND REVO STAGE 2 REMAP
save your cash have a custom system made and speak to r-tech for your map  :smiley:

R-Tech dont touch MK6's mate
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: barrym381 on 26 November 2013, 00:14
BOOKED IN FOR TURBO BACK MILTEK AND REVO STAGE 2 REMAP
save your cash have a custom system made and speak to r-tech for your map  :smiley:

R-Tech dont touch MK6's mate
sorry i just read this an thought they did  :embarrassed:

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=261881.0
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 26 November 2013, 18:12
akrapovic for the clio finally come today


very nice piece of kit. won't have time to fit it until I'm next home from offshore in 2 weeks though

this thing is in a different league.

though some of you might appreciate some photos

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps7051b8b7.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps7051b8b7.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zpse8d8d0cc.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zpse8d8d0cc.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps87148ad9.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps87148ad9.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zpsfdf041b5.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zpsfdf041b5.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps31a6be3a.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps31a6be3a.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps35122f96.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps35122f96.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps905504c4.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps905504c4.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps7372f77d.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/null_zps7372f77d.jpg.html)

Automotive Art, superb.


Where are the picture of them on the car?



Jim
fitted the akrapovic today. very nice indeed

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/C96557C3-F46A-4C3B-9DD3-1DD42F36F3E3_zpsuuttafca.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/C96557C3-F46A-4C3B-9DD3-1DD42F36F3E3_zpsuuttafca.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/067E01B7-2DF1-4939-996E-87E45D6C8EEA_zpsbxevbbg8.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/067E01B7-2DF1-4939-996E-87E45D6C8EEA_zpsbxevbbg8.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/404C31BF-171A-428C-B439-5267BE6F855A_zpskhlixaoi.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/404C31BF-171A-428C-B439-5267BE6F855A_zpskhlixaoi.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/84CD561E-21F3-462A-B18C-BFB1F10BB129_zpsfcnsvpui.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/84CD561E-21F3-462A-B18C-BFB1F10BB129_zpsfcnsvpui.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/735FBD26-7371-483E-8F79-F5A6CF0205F0_zpsygsr4rea.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/735FBD26-7371-483E-8F79-F5A6CF0205F0_zpsygsr4rea.jpg.html)

(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/1586326C-C160-4373-9DBB-F6D6F47868BD_zps1hw7ywbz.jpg) (http://s1110.photobucket.com/user/elbowsg450x/media/1586326C-C160-4373-9DBB-F6D6F47868BD_zps1hw7ywbz.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 26 November 2013, 18:24
Mkviken that looks absolutely amazing!  :cool: :cool: :cool: :cool: :cool:

Need some vids to hear the sound now  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 26 November 2013, 22:20
Those tips look the absolute nuts mate!!! Very  8)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 27 November 2013, 00:12
are they touching the plastic diffuser, will it not mel it at all?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: barrym381 on 27 November 2013, 00:22
are they touching the plastic diffuser, will it not mel it at all?
think the exhaust sits inside the tips but not touching them like mine so they dont heat up  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 27 November 2013, 12:32
trip to Autowindscreens for a replacement screen, never a fan of having replaced on the drive, all sorted with no carnage
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 29 November 2013, 17:51
Decided after washing the car today I was fed up with the rusty hubs so wheels off clean and paint time, but didn't start well, as I was jacking the car up (with the jack from the boot) the jack slipped out from under the car and resulted in the following :(

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/DSC_2357_zpsa164742d.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/DSC_2357_zpsa164742d.jpg.html)

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/DSC_2358_zps937aa087.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/DSC_2358_zps937aa087.jpg.html)

After using a bottle jack instead I borrowed got a set of axel stands in underneath ready to start working, with wheels off I could see how much rust was there

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/2_zps9ed53096.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/2_zps9ed53096.jpg.html)

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/1_zps25bf7cf5.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/1_zps25bf7cf5.jpg.html)

After a bit of wire brush and sand paper

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/3_zpsbdffeacb.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/3_zpsbdffeacb.jpg.html)

And a coat of high temp enamel paint

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/4_zpsefa071ab.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/4_zpsefa071ab.jpg.html)

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/5_zpsac70a8c6.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/5_zpsac70a8c6.jpg.html)

16 hours to cure so will have a look in the morning and see how it looks :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 29 November 2013, 18:12
That will look better, especially once you have been down the road and cleaned the disks up. I'm not sure how good the black will look through the silver Vancouvers tho'.

I fitted new disks on mine just before being in the concourse at GTI International this year as the old ones were rusty. The new ones seemed to have more silver paint on them and so far still look like new. I guess the replacement part ones need more protection as they don't know how long they might be on the shelf for, whereas the ones for the factory get fitted straight away and are out the door.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 29 November 2013, 18:16
When I get some more cash to throw at the car (prob not for a while, but wanted them protected for the winter) looking at getting a set of black Talladega's or a set of the VWR racing alloys that are graphite in colour so the black will go well then :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 30 November 2013, 17:28
So finished the back wheels today and started on the front. Think black in behind is a good colour tbh.

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/DSC_2372_zps3fec93b4.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/DSC_2372_zps3fec93b4.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 30 November 2013, 17:53
So finished the back wheels today and started on the front. Think black in behind is a good colour tbh.

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/DSC_2372_zps3fec93b4.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/DSC_2372_zps3fec93b4.jpg.html)

Looking good.  I need to do mine and my calipers.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 30 November 2013, 18:02
Thanks, luckily my calipers were in really good condition as I didn't fancy painting them.. only thing that annoyed me was the fact I used enamel paint and it takes 16 hours to cure and not having my own garage has meant doing it in one go so lost the car for the weekend :(
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 01 December 2013, 08:31
I like Vancouvers  :smiley: The centre caps need lining up tho'. When the valve is at 6 o clock, the VW should be the right way round.  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 01 December 2013, 12:37
Did some decent WHP. works out over 400bhp. :cool:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/a097b85fca6a6196270ddac43cf90cf4_zps7900663c.jpg) (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/hurdy_album/media/a097b85fca6a6196270ddac43cf90cf4_zps7900663c.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 01 December 2013, 15:58
Decided to give my rear control arms 2 coats of Hammerite Smooth Black. They really needed it - too much rust for a 4 years old car

I think satin would have looked better but only had smooth - or well better than rust  :drool:

Wired brushed, cleaned with alcohol and cloth, dried then sprayed.

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_1138_zpsdc2b5aa2.jpg)

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_1139_zps9bf95276.jpg)

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_1140_zps2d693f3c.jpg)

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_1141_zpsf3ac8a22.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 01 December 2013, 16:32
Did some decent WHP. works out over 400bhp. :cool:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/a097b85fca6a6196270ddac43cf90cf4_zps7900663c.jpg) (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/hurdy_album/media/a097b85fca6a6196270ddac43cf90cf4_zps7900663c.jpg.html)

Impressive stuff  :shocked: 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 07 December 2013, 14:14
Booked it in to be put back to standard on 2 January 2013 to remove AP brakes, Bilstein B16s, Eibach ARBs and gloss diffuser so won't really be my car anymore :angry:

Going to miss it it but will always remember our dirty weekend in Germany
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 07 December 2013, 17:12
gloss diffuser for sale?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 07 December 2013, 19:05
gloss diffuser for sale?

Not decided yet as crazed in a few places so may be looking at getting it resprayed before I sell it
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 07 December 2013, 22:05
Got inspired by a couple of posts above...so while on the ramp fitting the gloss Diffuser I decided to have a little wipe around with some expert 60,then got carried away and painted the discs.

(http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q226/golfsads/latest031_zpsf69e2582.jpg) (http://s137.photobucket.com/user/golfsads/media/latest031_zpsf69e2582.jpg.html)
(http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q226/golfsads/latest036_zps4daebd7f.jpg) (http://s137.photobucket.com/user/golfsads/media/latest036_zps4daebd7f.jpg.html)
(http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q226/golfsads/latest046_zpsb40c2108.jpg) (http://s137.photobucket.com/user/golfsads/media/latest046_zpsb40c2108.jpg.html)
(http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q226/golfsads/latest040_zps1d7263da.jpg) (http://s137.photobucket.com/user/golfsads/media/latest040_zps1d7263da.jpg.html)

 didn't think it looked half bad for 20 mins work ,  I might break out the steam cleaner when I close for Xmas and spend alot more time and be thorough,prob replace a few rusty nuts and bolts aswell,or I might be cheeky and take it to VW and see if they will supply them under warranty :evil:

I must say VW brake discs are dog sh*t quality,rusty and grooved in a few thousand miles,compared to a 9 grand new citroen lease car that we have had for a year and 25K miles,theirs are spotless.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 07 December 2013, 22:08
looks so much better with the 35 on the rear
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 07 December 2013, 22:13
I'm still bitter over the price...robbing barstewards
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 07 December 2013, 22:24
I'm still bitter over the price...robbing barstewards

that bitterness never leaves you.....
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 07 December 2013, 22:35
I treated mine with about 15 litres of waxoyl undeneath to keep mine from rusting when new as I could see what was going to happen. With the lack of treatment.
You can buy plastic covers for the back arms from audi. Ive got the ones to the side of the arms and the bluemotion one behind the tank to keep the dirt away.
I will paint my discs at some point as they havent rusted completely yet.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 07 December 2013, 22:40
I treated mine with about 15 litres of waxoyl undeneath to keep mine from rusting when new as I could see what was going to happen. With the lack of treatment.
You can buy plastic covers for the back arms from audi. Ive got the ones to the side of the arms and the bluemotion one behind the tank to keep the dirt away.
I will paint my discs at some point as they havent rusted completely yet.

Sounds interesting,will look into those covers,Which model Audi?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 07 December 2013, 23:05
Went and bought my 3" race milltek cat back today will hopefully be fitting in the morning if I feel fresh enough after the Xmas party tonight

Like those disc they stand out more in silver mine have just disappeared and can't be seen now cos there black
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 07 December 2013, 23:10
Went and bought my 3" race milltek cat back today will hopefully be fitting in the morning if I feel fresh enough after the Xmas party tonight

Like those disc they stand out more in silver mine have just disappeared and can't be seen now cos there black

You out the dog house yet :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 07 December 2013, 23:17
Went and bought my 3" race milltek cat back today will hopefully be fitting in the morning if I feel fresh enough after the Xmas party tonight

Like those disc they stand out more in silver mine have just disappeared and can't be seen now cos there black

You out the dog house yet :)

Haha yea proper bombed it home pretty much flat out (oxford to Tewkesbury in about 45mins without going over the speed limit ;) ) and got the girlfriend to get her hair done in time to keep her happy lol.... But the look on her face when I said I wanna spend Sunday fitting the exhaust was priceless haha
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 08 December 2013, 07:50
I treated mine with about 15 litres of waxoyl undeneath to keep mine from rusting when new as I could see what was going to happen. With the lack of treatment.
You can buy plastic covers for the back arms from audi. Ive got the ones to the side of the arms and the bluemotion one behind the tank to keep the dirt away.
I will paint my discs at some point as they havent rusted completely yet.

Sounds interesting,will look into those covers,Which model Audi?
cannot remember off hand I got the info from that other mk5 forum. On a thread about aerodynamic and oem parts a few years back.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 08 December 2013, 18:51
Fitted my milltek cat back today, got to say for the 3" race system it's not as loud as I thought it would be maybe when it becomes a turbo back with induction kit and remap it will get a better tone when foot down
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 08 December 2013, 20:22
It wasn't until I fitted the 3" downpipe to my Blueflame system that I got the burble sound I wanted, the cat back only sounded nearly the same as stock.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 08 December 2013, 21:50
Fitted my milltek cat back today, got to say for the 3" race system it's not as loud as I thought it would be maybe when it becomes a turbo back with induction kit and remap it will get a better tone when foot down

You get a nice burble and then over 4k starts to open up ;)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 09 December 2013, 08:29
It wasn't until I fitted the 3" downpipe to my Blueflame system that I got the burble sound I wanted, the cat back only sounded nearly the same as stock.


And i enjoy that noise every day !! still contemplating getting one of the silencers removed  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 09 December 2013, 20:11
It would be rude sounding if you did that  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 10 December 2013, 08:18
It would be rude sounding if you did that  :evil:

the only issue is, i am in a car share for work as its 55mile round trip! and the old boys arnt too keen on the sound as it is! haha
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Beddie on 10 December 2013, 09:31
Fitted my winter rims, 18" Monzas and Hankook winter tyres  :smiley:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v84/beddie/ed35winter3_zps782e919d.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 10 December 2013, 14:36
are they the 310s Beddie? i have a set on the Pirelli and they took a good 300 miles to bed in properly
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Beddie on 10 December 2013, 18:27
W300 Ice Bears Andy :smiley:
Had them for 4 winters now so plenty run it but I do remember them being borderline dangerous for the first few hundred miles when new!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 11 December 2013, 01:02
Fitted my winter rims, 18" Monzas and Hankook winter tyres  :smiley:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v84/beddie/ed35winter3_zps782e919d.jpg)

^^ they look really good on your car. Great to have a set of winters that keep up the looks  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 11 December 2013, 01:03
For my car...I did a 200 mile round trip to the East coast and it's come back looking very very dirty  :sick:  :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 16 December 2013, 23:43
With the help of Exonian from here fitted RNS 510 and had my 1st look at VCDS, changed lots of things then car wouldn't start, loads of warning lights the start solenoid clicking fast but not starting, did a scan apparently took a long time nearly everything red, me starting to panic.... Jump leads Andy suggests, just a little low on battery power she lives! (with a massive sigh of relief) lol
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 17 December 2013, 08:04
Booked it in for some paint  :angry:

One of the dogs at a house that my wife goes to made a great job of scratching the rear bumper a couple of weeks ago. I managed to machine polish most of it out with the exception of a couple of places where it had gone right through. Washing the car on Sunday, the pressure washer got under the edge and started peeling the clear coat off.  :angry:

I had my suspicions that this bumper had been painted before. The way the clear is just peeling away has confirmed that. On the bright side, I'll know it will be done properly this time. 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 17 December 2013, 09:12
Booked it in for some paint 

One of the dogs at a house that my wife goes to made a great job of scratching the rear bumper a couple of weeks ago. I managed to machine polish most of it out with the exception of a couple of places where it had gone right through. Washing the car on Sunday, the pressure washer got under the edge and started peeling the clear coat off.  :angry:

I had my suspicions that this bumper had been painted before. The way the clear is just peeling away has confirmed that. On the bright side, I'll know it will be done properly this time. 

The ledge of my boot is scratched to pieces from careless family members dragging suitcases out, instead of lifting them, as instructed  :angry:  Hoping most of these will polish out.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 20 December 2013, 14:48
Helped to put the rear of my car back together in the bodyshop and did a little bit of fine detailing with the polisher whilst it was under some very unforgiving lights.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GTI7me on 20 December 2013, 14:53
Booked it in for some paint 

One of the dogs at a house that my wife goes to made a great job of scratching the rear bumper a couple of weeks ago. I managed to machine polish most of it out with the exception of a couple of places where it had gone right through. Washing the car on Sunday, the pressure washer got under the edge and started peeling the clear coat off.  :angry:

I had my suspicions that this bumper had been painted before. The way the clear is just peeling away has confirmed that. On the bright side, I'll know it will be done properly this time. 

The ledge of my boot is scratched to pieces from careless family members dragging suitcases out, instead of lifting them, as instructed  :angry:  Hoping most of these will polish out.

That pisses me off no end. My new rule is i will remove anything from the boot. Suits everyone!

J
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 21 December 2013, 16:58
Decided to pop to the cash point and in the process restyled my front left alloy using the kerb  :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 21 December 2013, 19:42
Booked it in for some paint 

One of the dogs at a house that my wife goes to made a great job of scratching the rear bumper a couple of weeks ago. I managed to machine polish most of it out with the exception of a couple of places where it had gone right through. Washing the car on Sunday, the pressure washer got under the edge and started peeling the clear coat off.  :angry:

I had my suspicions that this bumper had been painted before. The way the clear is just peeling away has confirmed that. On the bright side, I'll know it will be done properly this time. 

The ledge of my boot is scratched to pieces from careless family members dragging suitcases out, instead of lifting them, as instructed  :angry:  Hoping most of these will polish out.

That pisses me off no end. My new rule is i will remove anything from the boot. Suits everyone!

J

I know what you mean, but then you look a maniac rushing in to get them out quickly  :grin:

You can get the those clear plastic stickers to put across the top, they're good.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 December 2013, 20:32

The ledge of my boot is scratched to pieces from careless family members dragging suitcases out, instead of lifting them, as instructed  :angry:  Hoping most of these will polish out.

That pisses me off no end. My new rule is i will remove anything from the boot. Suits everyone!

J
I know what you mean, but then you look a maniac rushing in to get them out quickly  :grin:

You can get the those clear plastic stickers to put across the top, they're good.

Lol.  My partner thinks I'm a maniac when it comes to the car.  Endured much piss taking today when I took a 2 mile detour to avoid the giant puddle (ford) that forms across a local rural road when it rains. :rolleyes:    I don't care!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 23 December 2013, 15:28
Today i finally made an account on this forum haha. Nice to meet you all

J
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 23 December 2013, 15:50
Hello and welcome   :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 23 December 2013, 16:19
Changed the interior lights for some nice white ones  :smiley:

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/IMG_1474_zps1187ab72.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/IMG_1474_zps1187ab72.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 23 December 2013, 16:52
Changed the interior lights for some nice white ones  :smiley:

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/IMG_1474_zps1187ab72.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/IMG_1474_zps1187ab72.jpg.html)

That looks good.

Can I ask where and what type you purchased?

I just fitted a couple and they are a bluey white,looks pants imo,and not overly bright,so i just ordered another ebay set yesterday advertised as 6000k white,hopefully they will look like yours.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 23 December 2013, 17:03
Changed the interior lights for some nice white ones  :smiley:

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/IMG_1474_zps1187ab72.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/IMG_1474_zps1187ab72.jpg.html)

That looks good.

Can I ask where and what type you purchased?

I just fitted a couple and they are a bluey white,looks pants imo,and not overly bright,so i just ordered another ebay set yesterday advertised as 6000k white,hopefully they will look like yours.

Cos im on call I got to stay local, so these were from Halfords, they are the 'Ambient Lighting Blue 12000k cool blue' I didn't want a blue look I wanted a crisp white, the 6000k were still yellow so went for these.

They prob are a bit more expensive then can get online £10 for 2 bulbs but I was bored and wanted something todo.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 23 December 2013, 17:46
^
Thanks,looks like a trip to Halfords tomorrow before I go to the Dealers to be relieved of sixty phukin quid for the new and elusive iphone5 to mdi cable.
 first its 35 tax now its apple tax...merry mksixmas to all  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 23 December 2013, 18:04
^
Thanks,looks like a trip to Halfords tomorrow before I go to the Dealers to be relieved of sixty phukin quid for the new and elusive iphone5 to mdi cable.
 first its 35 tax now its apple tax...merry mksixmas to all  :evil:

£60 for the MDI lightning cable :shocked:  think I'll stick with using my adaptor.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: tenrohle on 23 December 2013, 18:18
What did I do to my mk6 today? Drove it a bit, mainly at about 3mph. It's not very nice outside and the queue to get out of my local Sainsburys carpark was about an hour  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Peter W on 23 December 2013, 19:13
^
Thanks,looks like a trip to Halfords tomorrow before I go to the Dealers to be relieved of sixty phukin quid for the new and elusive iphone5 to mdi cable.
 first its 35 tax now its apple tax...merry mksixmas to all  :evil:

£60 for the MDI lightning cable :shocked:  think I'll stick with using my adaptor.

Think I will stick with my iPhone 4 to 5 adaptor also...

Not that I use it much, thats why you have Bluetooth.

Charging I guess...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 23 December 2013, 19:24
^
Thanks,looks like a trip to Halfords tomorrow before I go to the Dealers to be relieved of sixty phukin quid for the new and elusive iphone5 to mdi cable.
 first its 35 tax now its apple tax...merry mksixmas to all  :evil:

£60 for the MDI lightning cable :shocked:  think I'll stick with using my adaptor.

Think I will stick with my iPhone 4 to 5 adaptor also...

Not that I use it much, thats why you have Bluetooth.

Charging I guess...

I always connect using the MDI cable with an iPod/iPhone. I find that using Bluetooth via BT audio, doesn't give the full control over music selections as the MDI cable connection does.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 23 December 2013, 21:32
^
Thanks,looks like a trip to Halfords tomorrow before I go to the Dealers to be relieved of sixty phukin quid for the new and elusive iphone5 to mdi cable.
 first its 35 tax now its apple tax...merry mksixmas to all  :evil:

£60 for the MDI lightning cable :shocked:  think I'll stick with using my adaptor.

Think I will stick with my iPhone 4 to 5 adaptor also...

Not that I use it much, thats why you have Bluetooth.

Charging I guess...

I always connect using the MDI cable with an iPod/iPhone. I find that using Bluetooth via BT audio, doesn't give the full control over music selections as the MDI cable connection does.

Went to get a quote for Bluetooth to be fitted to my RNS510 by VW, wanting over £550! think its gonna be an ebay jobby as I only really want it for hands free function.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 24 December 2013, 09:21
Went to get a quote for Bluetooth to be fitted to my RNS510 by VW, wanting over £550! think its gonna be an ebay jobby as I only really want it for hands free function.

I've fitted a couple of these kits http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-BLUETOOTH-KIT-SEAT-SKODA-MFD3-RNS-510-RNS-310-RCD-510-RNS-315-5K0-035-730-D-/281230567384?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item417aa5e7d8 using this guide http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=151928.0
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 24 December 2013, 09:41
Went to get a quote for Bluetooth to be fitted to my RNS510 by VW, wanting over £550! think its gonna be an ebay jobby as I only really want it for hands free function.

I've fitted a couple of these kits http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-BLUETOOTH-KIT-SEAT-SKODA-MFD3-RNS-510-RNS-310-RCD-510-RNS-315-5K0-035-730-D-/281230567384?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item417aa5e7d8 using this guide http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=151928.0

Yea that's the sorta thing I was looking at.. dunno why the deal gave me a funny look when I said I could do it for less then half  myself lol!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 December 2013, 11:23
It narrowly missed disaster, when loads of coping tiles blew off next door's roof in the early hours.  Fortunately I had the foresight to park it further down the driveway last night, which saved it by a few feet.  Phew!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 24 December 2013, 11:48
It narrowly missed disaster, when loads of coping tiles blew off next door's roof in the early hours.  Fortunately I had the foresight to park it further down the driveway last night, which saved it by a few feet.  Phew!

Good job you did, i was nervous last night as our neighbour is part way through an extension with stuff laid all over the place!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 24 December 2013, 12:17
Went to get a quote for Bluetooth to be fitted to my RNS510 by VW, wanting over £550! think its gonna be an ebay jobby as I only really want it for hands free function.

got to love VW, you can pick up the kit for about £200-£230 on ebay or through Eddie-NL on mk5golfgti, in terms of fitting a friend of mine who has OCD on wiring and protection of cables put mine in and it cost me about £50 if that
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 24 December 2013, 13:11
I wouldn't have thought that VW would offer to fit it. According to my local dealers, it can't be done as each car has it's own specific wiring loom and there are no official VW retro fit looms. The aftermarket kits that many of us have fitted use a third party piggy back loom that plugs between the radio and the cars harness, therefore it wouldn't carry a VW warranty.

I asked the question about fitting a rear camara to my Passat recently. The dealer said it couldn't be done. When I asked why, as surely all the parts should be available. They told me that as it is not an approved accessory and the coding is done remotely via VW HQ, any requests from the dealer for activation of non factory fitted items will not be given.

I think that they are missing a trick here. You can tick all the option boxes you like when ordering a new car, but when you buy a nearly new one, you have to take what's going. Surely they could make more money by offering Approved Used customers the option of specing their cars up too?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 24 December 2013, 13:18
Sorry should have said that my local VW dealer isn't a proper dealer if that makes sense, they call themselves a specialist independent volkswagen sales and service centre. He said they would buy a loom (prob an aftermarket one if VW wont provide it) and buy the Bluetooth module from VW and that's the bit that cost over £400
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 24 December 2013, 19:00
Heres a pic of the Halfords 12000k interior lights I fitted couple days ago, nice and white no yellow and not turning the car blue

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsa9b90da4.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsa9b90da4.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mattyj on 24 December 2013, 19:22
Washed,polished,wax and fitted a matt blk front badge gonna change it out for a gloss blk one and did some work on the splits :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimmymature on 24 December 2013, 21:18
Heres a pic of the Halfords 12000k interior lights I fitted couple days ago, nice and white no yellow and not turning the car blue

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsa9b90da4.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsa9b90da4.jpg.html)

Any chance you can link the Halfords website with these bulbs mate?



Cheers,


Jim
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 24 December 2013, 22:38
I feel I've been robbed! These are the same bulbs in the shop white pack for 6000k and light blue for 12000k same looking bulb tho. In the shop there £9.99 for 2 online £4.99 WTF!!!

http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_1000015_langId_-1_categoryId_165538

This is the packet I got, when it got these I did notice the 6000k in a new packaging tho, 2 bulbs being held at 45 degrees in the hard to open plastic packets

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/image_zpsf81d18b0.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/image_zpsf81d18b0.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 25 December 2013, 09:03
Drove to Santa's house (Mum and Dad's). Merry Christmas everybody.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 25 December 2013, 12:22
Nothing.  It gets its annual day off today.  I haven't even bought it a Christmas pressie  :embarrassed:

Merry Christmas to all  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 27 December 2013, 10:57
Looked in horror on the interior of the cab after I let the stealer clean it for the first time ever! Not happy! So far that bloody car has had a new roof, new wheel, two new tyres after they deteriorated, front bumper re sprayed twice after a 'staining' under the paint. I'm guessing it was a Friday afternoon car! Can't wait until the spring to get rid, challenge is trying to persuade Bev to stay VeeDub.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 27 December 2013, 16:30
Sounds like a typical modern VW to me. Its about time they rebranded as BL.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 27 December 2013, 17:54
Sounds like a typical modern VW to me. Its about time they rebranded as BL.

Does that stand for Bloody Liability?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 27 December 2013, 21:11
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Forum%20photos/Drive1.jpg)

Well i moved mine out of the garage into the wild windy driveway while i painted the garage walls.


I took a video like rocketrossuk of the engine at cold start up.


http://youtu.be/DQ_MwM1nQZ4

 :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 27 December 2013, 21:16
Well i moved mine out of the garage into the wild windy driveway while i painted the garage walls.
I took a video like rocketrossuk of the engine at cold start up.

http://youtu.be/DQ_MwM1nQZ4

 :undecided:

Yours doesnt sound too bad. what plate and milage / starts per days is yours
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 27 December 2013, 21:32
Build week 6 of 2010 (built mid Feb), Registered late March 2010, iirc 18,000 miles,
Used as a daily commuter from around late March to around December each year, (3 cold starts a day average)

I made sure it was in neutral  :wink: although when i asked for a little revs i got brake lights twice  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 28 December 2013, 00:08
Build week 6 of 2010 (built mid Feb), Registered late March 2010, iirc 18,000 miles,
Used as a daily commuter from around late March to around December each year, (3 cold starts a day average)

I made sure it was in neutral  :wink: although when i asked for a little revs i got brake lights twice  :grin:

So there is good chance it has the first gen tensioner then. the good thing for you is you may have another 2000 -3000 ignition starts before it gets to my level. Mine in 59 plate on 53k used everyday and 2-3 cold starts.

so rough idea: 365 days x 4 years = 1460 days  x 3 starts a day = 4380 (rough estimate)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 28 December 2013, 10:49
A very good chance as the first revision iirc was may 2010 2-3 months after mine was built.  :cry:
Now you know why I was very interested in all the tensioner threads.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 28 December 2013, 11:08
well as you know there isnt always signs before it goes. You cant preach and then not get yours in for upgradinging  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 29 December 2013, 16:08
I know  :embarrassed: , time dear boy, its a factor of time. It normally doesnt move from now till the end of march only reason it has been is I decided in a moment of madness to paint the garage walls between christmas and newyear to keep the dust down when working on a car. Its been a far bigger job then I thought  :laugh: I hate breaseblocks!   :angry:
I was planning to change the tensioner this winter as its still under extended warrenty till end of march.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 30 December 2013, 08:01
I know  :embarrassed: , time dear boy, its a factor of time. It normally doesnt move from now till the end of march only reason it has been is I decided in a moment of madness to paint the garage walls between christmas and newyear to keep the dust down when working on a car. Its been a far bigger job then I thought  :laugh: I hate breaseblocks!.

I know exactly what your saying....I started painting ours (normal house bricks) and only finished one wall as it took forever to get the paint in all the nooks and crannies  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 30 December 2013, 17:13
A very good chance as the first revision iirc was may 2010 2-3 months after mine was built.  :cry:
Now you know why I was very interested in all the tensioner threads.

How can you find out what build week your car is because I'm in the same time frame as my car was registered mid June and would like to know if I've been lucky or unlucky with the tensioner fitted to my engine, my guess is it would have been built couple months before so prob before may  :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 30 December 2013, 17:41
The cars back then were been shipped and registered asap because there was a 7 month wait for them. When there was only suppose to bea 3 month wait. I know when mine was built as Im the original owner.  Who was suppose to get his car the end of nov 09 but had to wait till end of march 10!
VW germany are probably the only ones with the info now. Theres a chart on here somewere showing the built process and times I would expect yours would have been built to about 3 weeks before its registered date.
But the engine could have been built earlier. Look in the engine bay at the vw stamps to get a better idea as they will be date stamped.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: D.P on 30 December 2013, 22:15
Fitted some nice new BBS SR's and michelin Pilot Sport 2's

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/deanpollock/image-2.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/deanpollock/media/image-2.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/deanpollock/image-4.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/deanpollock/media/image-4.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/deanpollock/image.jpg)[/URL (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/deanpollock/media/image.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 30 December 2013, 22:21
Looks really well D.P, what suspension set up do you have?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: D.P on 30 December 2013, 23:09
I am running h&r ultra lows from stillstatic! Fully up at the rear ATM believe it or not.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 31 December 2013, 13:38
Very nice DP :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GTI7me on 31 December 2013, 17:30
Very nice DP  :wink:

What size are the wheels and tyres?

J
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: D.P on 01 January 2014, 12:04
Running a 18x8 and a 225 40 18. Also Recently fitted a superpro camber/caster bush kit at the front which has made a massive transformation to the drive.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 01 January 2014, 12:12
I keep thinking about getting a set of 8x18 SRs to replace the 8x19 CK's on my mk7 (which I've not got round to fitting).
Looks good D.P but a bit too low for me!!!
In my defence, I am old!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ttdan on 01 January 2014, 15:17
Installed the Focal mk6 speaker upgrade kit. Pretty impressed, a good improvement and pretty simple install.

http://youtu.be/dSAGHSc97_c (http://youtu.be/dSAGHSc97_c)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 01 January 2014, 17:05
Installed the Focal mk6 speaker upgrade kit. Pretty impressed, a good improvement and pretty simple install.

http://youtu.be/dSAGHSc97_c (http://youtu.be/dSAGHSc97_c)

lool, click to watch video and read the top comment
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 01 January 2014, 17:28
Installed the Focal mk6 speaker upgrade kit. Pretty impressed, a good improvement and pretty simple install.

http://youtu.be/dSAGHSc97_c (http://youtu.be/dSAGHSc97_c)

lool, click to watch video and read the top comment

Haha, obviously the nstallation did not go well for them  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ttdan on 01 January 2014, 17:35
Installed the Focal mk6 speaker upgrade kit. Pretty impressed, a good improvement and pretty simple install.

http://youtu.be/dSAGHSc97_c (http://youtu.be/dSAGHSc97_c)

lool, click to watch video and read the top comment

Haha, obviously the nstallation did not go well for them  :grin:

Perhaps not :grin: you'd have to be a numb fingered numpty to find it difficult though...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 01 January 2014, 20:38
sorted all the standard stuff out which is going back on tomorrow at AKS
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 02 January 2014, 18:06
Fitted 2 new tailgate struts,
And give her a much needed bath in the sunshine  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hobojim on 02 January 2014, 19:34
Installed the Focal mk6 speaker upgrade kit. Pretty impressed, a good improvement and pretty simple install.

http://youtu.be/dSAGHSc97_c (http://youtu.be/dSAGHSc97_c)

Dan, where did you get your kit from? Is it worth £260 over the stock system?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ttdan on 02 January 2014, 20:14
Installed the Focal mk6 speaker upgrade kit. Pretty impressed, a good improvement and pretty simple install.

http://youtu.be/dSAGHSc97_c (http://youtu.be/dSAGHSc97_c)

Dan, where did you get your kit from? Is it worth £260 over the stock system?

Yes. Its a huge improvement in clarity and punch. I am not going to bother with a sub.

Head unit is RNS510 so i could see the logic in adding a good amp...another 200 squid..but that is being a bit picky. The weak link is the ipod which drives me nuts as it has to be plugged in again every time i get in the car  :angry:

Being an old git my music tastes are far and wide, Thin Lizzy, Metallica, kings X to John mayer, Elbow to MoS chill out compilations to Floyd to Alice in Chains to Adele....etc


£239 from Car Sounds and security, Epsom.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 03 January 2014, 14:48
How does that Focal kit compare to the Dynaudio?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Tainton on 03 January 2014, 14:54
http://www.caraudiodirect.co.uk/focal-ifvw-golf6-volkwagen-golf-mk6
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 03 January 2014, 17:01
Bought some cheap carbon wrap to have a play with, started with my phone case and turned out really good.

Decided to do an air vent, went ok but damaged the wrap on one side putting back in place  :angry: still need more practice!

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/IMG_1497_zps9f885936.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/IMG_1497_zps9f885936.jpg.html)

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: POOBUG on 03 January 2014, 17:15
Fitted Sub and Amp,

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v477/poobug/5C6A9505-1051-48D8-BA90-4924B6E0484F_zpsxuaybue9.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/poobug/media/5C6A9505-1051-48D8-BA90-4924B6E0484F_zpsxuaybue9.jpg.html)

apologies for crappy photo!

cheers, Chris
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 03 January 2014, 17:15
Bought some cheap carbon wrap to have a play with, started with my phone case and turned out really good.

Decided to do an air vent, went ok but damaged the wrap on one side putting back in place  :angry: still need more practice!

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/IMG_1497_zps9f885936.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/IMG_1497_zps9f885936.jpg.html)

it never looks good on the air vent because after 2-3 weeks it starts coming away where the dial is. MK6 interior really doesnt need CF everywhere (IMO)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ttdan on 03 January 2014, 18:05
How does that Focal kit compare to the Dynaudio?

Sorry, not heard it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dereks on 04 January 2014, 13:58
got a large chip on the windscreen from a low flying stone, cant repair it as its to large new screen getting fitted on monday :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 05 January 2014, 01:57
Bought some cheap carbon wrap to have a play with, started with my phone case and turned out really good.

Decided to do an air vent, went ok but damaged the wrap on one side putting back in place  :angry: still need more practice!


it never looks good on the air vent because after 2-3 weeks it starts coming away where the dial is. MK6 interior really doesnt need CF everywhere (IMO)

I've seen some pics with the all the air vents and around the stereo and I can't work out if it looks good or over the top, so it's just a practice, need to get better at applying it 1st.

I'd like to do the shiny strips on the doors and above the glovebox but don't know how to remove them (only tired the glovebox strip)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 05 January 2014, 08:27

I'd like to do the shiny strips on the doors and above the glovebox but don't know how to remove them (only tried the glovebox strip)

Here you go. A 'how to' guide on removing and covering the interior door trim strips;

http://www.golfmk6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6570&highlight=dinoc+trim
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 05 January 2014, 11:09

I'd like to do the shiny strips on the doors and above the glovebox but don't know how to remove them (only tried the glovebox strip)

Here you go. A 'how to' guide on removing and covering the interior door trim strips;

http://www.golfmk6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6570&highlight=dinoc+trim

Its too much like 2010 wrapping everything in carbon fibre. Even though I like stuff to look racey and aggressive I think it ruins the interior on the MK6. It looked ok in the MK5 as that interior is dull.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 05 January 2014, 12:29

I'd like to do the shiny strips on the doors and above the glovebox but don't know how to remove them (only tried the glovebox strip)

Here you go. A 'how to' guide on removing and covering the interior door trim strips;

http://www.golfmk6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6570&highlight=dinoc+trim

Thanks for that, after reading that I won't be doing it. To remove the door trim they are plastic melt welds in place and don't fancy having to re glue them in place
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: pryda on 05 January 2014, 12:30

I'd like to do the shiny strips on the doors and above the glovebox but don't know how to remove them (only tried the glovebox strip)

Here you go. A 'how to' guide on removing and covering the interior door trim strips;

http://www.golfmk6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6570&highlight=dinoc+trim

Its too much like 2010 wrapping everything in carbon fibre. Even though I like stuff to look racey and aggressive I think it ruins the interior on the MK6. It looked ok in the MK5 as that interior is dull.

I agree. The mk6 interior doesn't need touching.

But if you're going to do it, do it properly...

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/28/abeqa4aq.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/28/yry9eme9.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/28/a3y6ejad.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/28/u8udu4ur.jpg)

porn.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 05 January 2014, 12:58
one word : WOW !!!

That looks crazy good, must be about £5000+ for that interior
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 05 January 2014, 14:33
Not  really my taste as i would have done the dash in real leather myself as im not a fan of that stuff after seen it done to death year after year after year after year after year on the car audio seen. Its fine imo on headlineing, pillars, door inserts  and seat centres but the rest i would choose  real leather. Its the way ferrari, audi R8 and many others do it. The rest of the front cabin is impressive, very nice  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: pryda on 05 January 2014, 15:06
it's one of the nicest mk6's I've seen.

I'd love a big money show car like that, my only issue is that I don't want to spend big money haha.

here's the build thread, for anyone interested: http://www.golfmk6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22389

this guy must have pure coin.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 05 January 2014, 16:57
Bought a carbon fibre bonnet without the notch and badgeless grille. Didn't like the badgeless grille, so did this to the bonnet!!!  :shocked:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/image_zpsce161810.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 January 2014, 17:28

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/28/abeqa4aq.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/28/yry9eme9.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/28/a3y6ejad.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/28/u8udu4ur.jpg)
porn.


It's good to see what others can achieve but not to my taste.  It would be nightmare for showing EVERY mark, you'd be forever brushing it.  Agree that it would look better in leather.  Not keen on lots of carbon fibre either, though I do love the carbon nappa leather option on the mk7 R  :drool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 January 2014, 18:51
Bought a carbon fibre bonnet without the notch and badgeless grille. Didn't like the badgeless grille, so did this to the bonnet!!!  :shocked:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/image_zpsce161810.jpg)

Much better with a badge, not a fan of badgeless grilles.  What did you use to cut it out, smooth the remaining edges?  Didn't you have a CF bonnet previously?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 06 January 2014, 16:41

It's good to see what others can achieve but not to my taste.  It would be nightmare for showing EVERY mark, you'd be forever brushing it. 

These top dollar show cars only get driven or trailered to the show ground. For the brief time someone is sat in it, everything will be covered up, so there is little risk of a crumb being dropped, or a stray hair left on the headrest. It gets to a point when the car is no longer a car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 06 January 2014, 17:36
Had some great new about my car:

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=262793.msg2420511#msg2420511
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 06 January 2014, 18:43
Had some great new about my car:

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=262793.msg2420511#msg2420511

Pleased for you.  Must be a great relief  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 06 January 2014, 20:38
Changed the footwell lights to red LED's no where near as bright as the white ones but does look a lot better imo
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 06 January 2014, 22:47
New bonnet fitted.  :cool:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/20140106_210503_LLS_zps96450a79.jpg)
(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/20140106_210514_LLS_zps10ca5562.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hobojim on 07 January 2014, 14:57
Had a great time driving to Braemar up the A93 and back the next day. A proper hoon.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ttdan on 07 January 2014, 21:11
New bonnet fitted.  :cool:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/20140106_210503_LLS_zps96450a79.jpg)
(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/20140106_210514_LLS_zps10ca5562.jpg)

Very nice.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 January 2014, 22:20
Managed to get it washed and waxed just before the heavens opened.  Tried Chemical Guys Citrus wash and Gloss shampoo today and worked wonders on shifting the winter grime.

However, once the dirt was gone, noticed a mark on the passenger door.  Looks like some tw*t has opened their door into it.  No dent thankfully but paint missing :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 14 January 2014, 08:23
Managed to get it washed and waxed just before the heavens opened.  Tried Chemical Guys Citrus wash and Gloss shampoo today and worked wonders on shifting the winter grime.

However, once the dirt was gone, noticed a mark on the passenger door.  Looks like some tw*t has opened their door into it.  No dent thankfully but paint missing :cry:
I hate parking my car anywhere because some people don't give a sh!t  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: sajymundo on 20 January 2014, 10:08
Gave my GTI a quick wash with ONR, damn there was a lot of dirt on it! also gave the tail pipes a clean and they look nice and shiny. Shame i woke up this morning and it was covered in frost, oh well least it sparkled  for the half day of sunshine we had yesterday. Noticed a lot of small stone chips, must be all the motorway driving but it really did annoy me, any idea how best to correct this? only front bumper and very front of bonnet.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 20 January 2014, 15:58
Popped down to Statllers in Sheffield for a Stage 1 REVO map (feels really strong), then gave her a bath, wash & wax.

Then fitted some cheeky Revo stickers, I think they look pretty decent. (sorry, phone pics)

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_1235_zpsd999328c.jpg)

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/5c7e26c2-e1f5-4f4f-88d0-c4c983e09a16_zpse588abf0.jpg)

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/fe7f81d5-e58d-4b5e-9545-7059f213a9e9_zps03ceba80.jpg)

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 20 January 2014, 19:15
Rocket you need to ditch the Revo stickers as the extra power they give may give you clutch slip :)

VW Dealer finally fixed the wind noise issue on the 35 doors after some fettling all is now good, just needs a service and a detail before it hits the for sale ads
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 20 January 2014, 20:31
Rocket you need to ditch the Revo stickers as the extra power they give may give you clutch slip :)

VW Dealer finally fixed the wind noise issue on the 35 doors after some fettling all is now good, just needs a service and a detail before it hits the for sale ads

Your never gonna let me forget that comment are you?  :grin: :grin: :grin:

GLWTS though.....how much you looking for?  (not that i can afford it  :cry:)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mwad gti on 20 January 2014, 22:05
Rocket you need to ditch the Revo stickers as the extra power they give may give you clutch slip :)



 :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: rst123 on 20 January 2014, 22:49
Picked her up. (http://s7.postimg.org/uyrq9yvcr/image.jpg) (http://postimg.org/image/kopbaq5h3/full/)
 (http://postimage.org/). Had a good drive, loving the sound and power.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 January 2014, 22:51
Picked her up. (http://s7.postimg.org/uyrq9yvcr/image.jpg) (http://postimg.org/image/kopbaq5h3/full/)
 (http://postimage.org/). Had a good drive, loving the sound and power.

Very nice  :cool:

Who doesn't love a black gti  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 20 January 2014, 22:57
Picked her up. (http://s7.postimg.org/uyrq9yvcr/image.jpg) (http://postimg.org/image/kopbaq5h3/full/)
 (http://postimage.org/). Had a good drive, loving the sound and power.

Very nice  :cool:

Who doesn't love a black gti  :wink:
+1 :tongue:rear led's =sexy
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: rst123 on 20 January 2014, 23:14
Picked her up. (http://s7.postimg.org/uyrq9yvcr/image.jpg) (http://postimg.org/image/kopbaq5h3/full/)
 (http://postimage.org/). Had a good drive, loving the sound and power.

Very nice  :cool:

Who doesn't love a black gti  :wink:
+1 :tongue:rear led's =sexy

thanks :grin: hope to keep her looking shiny like this! Love the LEDs they really finish it off IMO. Also love the special touches like how the boot opens and the VW logo inside the headlights!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 21 January 2014, 19:40
Quiet morning at work today so treated the 35 to some toys,Fitted the remainder of the interior LED's, TPS delivered the S3 jacking pads that I ordered yesterday,prob fit them on the ramp at the weekend,had a go with car on the floor,too much like hard work :smiley:
 Then shot over to ATS to pick up another pair of 19" Michelin Super Sports,i will head over to Pristine wheels tomorrow to have them fitted,once done my 5mm Dunlop SM GT's will be put up for sale,providing once off and inspected they have not been repaired.


Oh and booked it in with AKS for a Pre-Cat removal job,(cant be bothered to do it myself) good for me that he can do it the same day as the R32 brakes go on.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seanule on 22 January 2014, 07:37
Taking the rear diffuser to get sprayed gloss black   :smiley:
I take it you can drive the car without the diffuser attached if needed  :huh:?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 22 January 2014, 07:49
Taking the rear diffuser to get sprayed gloss black   :smiley:
I take it you can drive the car without the diffuser attached if needed  :huh:?

I presume it's fitted in the same way as the boggo models rear trim. There are a couple of screw the fix to the underside of car somewhere near the center. Without these, the bumper is only held on with the screws in the wheels arches and the clips to the sides of the quarter panels. At speed, the air passing under the car could cause a fair bit of flapage and in turn, compromise the remaining fixings.

It will most probably be ok, but some strategically placed zip ties might be an idea.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 22 January 2014, 08:45
they are only held on with with 4 torque, as long as your not doing over 60mph it will be fine for a day mate.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 22 January 2014, 08:51
Aren't the GTI diffusers clipped to the bumper as well? If they are, the 4 torx screws will be in turn, holding the bumper on too.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ess_Three on 22 January 2014, 08:56
they are only held on with with 4 torque, as long as your not doing over 60mph it will be fine for a day mate.

Have you done the aerodynamic modelling to come up with that 60MPH value Ross?  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 22 January 2014, 09:31
they are only held on with with 4 torque, as long as your not doing over 60mph it will be fine for a day mate.

Have you done the aerodynamic modelling to come up with that 60MPH value Ross?  :lipsrsealed:

Lool, yeah i had to take a few thing into account though: road surface, wind speed, Drivers BMI, and exhaust note. after doing some calculation it came out at 59.61 mph, so i just rounded up  :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seanule on 22 January 2014, 12:51
Taking the rear diffuser to get sprayed gloss black   :smiley:
I take it you can drive the car without the diffuser attached if needed  :huh:?

I presume it's fitted in the same way as the boggo models rear trim. There are a couple of screw the fix to the underside of car somewhere near the center. Without these, the bumper is only held on with the screws in the wheels arches and the clips to the sides of the quarter panels. At speed, the air passing under the car could cause a fair bit of flapage and in turn, compromise the remaining fixings.

It will most probably be ok, but some strategically placed zip ties might be an idea.

Cheers! ive just decided against driving it and getting a lift to the body shop, better safe than sorry i suppose  :wink:

Also getting the wing mirrors gloss black and hopefully a vinyl wrapped roof by the weekend although removing the sharkfin ariel looks a nightmare job  :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 22 January 2014, 18:06
clips and screws, i've got my rear gloss diffuser off which could do with some localised prep and a respray which i'll put up for grabs

irony is the gloss back diffuser for a R cab or Polo WRC is about £5-£10 more than the unpainted GTI one
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 22 January 2014, 18:32
clips and screws, i've got my rear gloss diffuser off which could do with some localised prep and a respray which i'll put up for grabs

irony is the gloss back diffuser for a R cab or Polo WRC is about £5-£10 more than the unpainted GTI one


Looks like it will, but Alex told me it don't fit, was it you who tried one?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 22 January 2014, 21:35

Looks like it will, but Alex told me it don't fit, was it you who tried one?

it would be me as Alex has done most of the work on my car

it clips in ok and two central fixings are fine but the outer ones are not, I wonder if you need the valance spats that the rear bumper of the R has not had time to check part numbers on bumpers or inclination

the zorsts also down't look right in the cut outs either
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 22 January 2014, 22:22
clips and screws, i've got my rear gloss diffuser off which could do with some localised prep and a respray which i'll put up for grabs

irony is the gloss back diffuser for a R cab or Polo WRC is about £5-£10 more than the unpainted GTI one


When you got your diffuser painted, did you use solid VW paint LO41? If so did you check the match against the other glossy plastic parts? Although it wouldn't matter too much as it's nowhere near any of the other trim.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 22 January 2014, 22:43
i just asked for it to be gloss black and its a pretty good match, i have a feeling nimble you will be able to order the gloss black 7 mirror caps pre finished
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 23 January 2014, 21:44
i just asked for it to be gloss black and its a pretty good match, i have a feeling nimble you will be able to order the gloss black 7 mirror caps pre finished

More than likely tbh, i'll probably just wait a while and see.

Thanks mate. :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dieselman on 24 January 2014, 09:42
Fitted colour clocks!!!
Dealer FOC :laugh:
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o45/scotty-boy_2006/Mobile%20Uploads/40E05BB7-48D6-463E-9378-6358C99D4C2E.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/scotty-boy_2006/media/Mobile%20Uploads/40E05BB7-48D6-463E-9378-6358C99D4C2E.jpg.html)
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o45/scotty-boy_2006/Mobile%20Uploads/4C57841B-49CC-43C1-968A-71F5685636CB.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/scotty-boy_2006/media/Mobile%20Uploads/4C57841B-49CC-43C1-968A-71F5685636CB.jpg.html)
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o45/scotty-boy_2006/Mobile%20Uploads/A2749325-367F-4342-99B0-29A5207C4950.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/scotty-boy_2006/media/Mobile%20Uploads/A2749325-367F-4342-99B0-29A5207C4950.jpg.html)

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=263278.0

Scott :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 24 January 2014, 10:27
FOC? how come?  :shocked: :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 24 January 2014, 16:10
How do you do that?

And how did you get it free? :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 January 2014, 17:43
Finally got around to fitting the red LED footwell bulbs.   Subtle, but nice.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7317/12120453865_c65e8932a4_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/100316034@N05/12120453865/)

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3814/12121236606_9bebe64921_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/100316034@N05/12121236606/)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 24 January 2014, 18:49
Finally got around to fitting the red LED footwell bulbs.   Subtle, but nice.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7317/12120453865_c65e8932a4_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/100316034@N05/12120453865/)

(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3814/12121236606_9bebe64921_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/100316034@N05/12121236606/)
very nice booth ii red lighting good for night vision  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 24 January 2014, 19:37
Love those footwell lights!  :cool:

Which LED's did you get and where from?  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 24 January 2014, 19:42
these are the ones i got and look very similar to Booths :

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2-x-20-SMD-LED-501-T10-W5W-Side-Number-Plate-Interior-Light-SUPER-BRIGHT-/321070144109?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&var=510100518709&hash=item4ac1459a6d
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 24 January 2014, 19:53
Cheers Ross  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 January 2014, 19:58
Love those footwell lights!  :cool:

Which LED's did you get and where from?  :smiley:

There're all much alike, but I got these.   Once they were in, I upped brightness in the MFD, as the effect is very subtle.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/320872142797?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 24 January 2014, 20:00
Thanks Booth! I need to get it enabled on my MFD with Vag Com  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 24 January 2014, 23:11
Thanks Booth! I need to get it enabled on my MFD with Vag Com  :whistle:

Im not too far ive you're ever heading North  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 24 January 2014, 23:59
Thanks Booth! I need to get it enabled on my MFD with Vag Com  :whistle:

Im not too far ive you're ever heading North  :cool:

Why can you do it Ross? You're not too far away  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 25 January 2014, 00:02
Thanks Booth! I need to get it enabled on my MFD with Vag Com  :whistle:

Im not too far ive you're ever heading North  :cool:

Why can you do it Ross? You're not too far away  :smiley:

Of course i can do it  :smug: :smug: :smug:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 25 January 2014, 00:03
Thanks Booth! I need to get it enabled on my MFD with Vag Com  :whistle:

Im not too far ive you're ever heading North  :cool:

Why can you do it Ross? You're not too far away  :smiley:

Of course i can do it  :smug: :smug: :smug:

Cool  :cool: Theres a few other things I want as well and I'm sure you will let me know a lot more :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 25 January 2014, 00:20
I only know 1 or 2 things :  :grin: :grin: :grin:

Windows: Roll Up/Down with Key
Description: Roll down down your windows with your key remote when you unlock the doors
Check bit 5 of byte 3 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Option: If you want to be able to do this when the car is turned on, check bit 7 of byte 3
Option: Enable your lock switch on the door to roll all windows up/down without a key present, check bits 3, 4, and 7 of byte 3
Pic tutorial: Comfort Closing/Opening via Remote Control

Lock/Unlock Confirmations (horn/lights)
Description: When you lock your car, it flashes the lights and honks the horn. When you unlock, it flashes the lights. There are other options.
All of these are under byte 5 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper.
Option: Disable turn signal on lock/unlock confirmation, uncheck bit 0
Option: Disable horn honking on lock confirmation, uncheck bit 1
Option: Enable horn honking on unlock confirmation, check bit 4
Pic tutorial: Horn Confirmation when Locking MFA Menu

KESSY: Lock Car While Running
Description: this allows you to to start your car with KESSY, then get out with the key, and lock the car with the remote
Check bit 2 of byte 4 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper

Lighting: Fogs as DRLs
Description: Use your fog lights instead of your low beams for DRLs
For Xenon equipped vehicles or Halogen equipped using the main low/dipped beam:
Check bit 1 of byte 14 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Un-check bit 2 of byte 11 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper (or leave checked to run BOTH fogs and low beams)
Pic tutorial: Fogs as DRLs for Xenon-equipped Vehicles
For Halogen equipped vehicles or using a separate bulb or filament for DRL only:
Uncheck bit 6 of byte 15 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Check bit 1 of byte 14 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: Fogs as DRLs for Halogen-equipped Vehicles
Note: Depending on the Byte 18 coding, this may result in all of the parking lights illuminating.

Lighting: Fogs with High Beams
Description: Your fog lights will become independent of your high beams, and will not go out when you turn on your high beams
Check bit 2 of byte 14 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: Fog Lights active with High Beams active

Lighting: Fogs as Cornering Lights
Description: if your fog lights are not on, but your headlights are, it will illuminate the fog in the direction you are turning at low speeds)
Check bit 7 of byte 14 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Demonstration Video: MK6 GTI Cornering Lights
Pic tutorial: Cornering Lights via Front Fog Lights Active

Lighting: Auto On/Off Headlights w/o Auto Switch
Description: this will make your headlights go on/off with your ignition if they are in the ON position
Check bit 5 of byte 15 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: All Lights Shut Off When Turning Off Vehicle

Lighting: Enable DRL Turn On/Off in MFI (2011+ Only)
Description: Under lighting in your MFI, you can check DRL's on or off (this is better than hard coding them off)
Check bit 7 of byte 15 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: DRL MFA Menu

Lighting: Disable DRL with Turn Signal (2012 Only)
Description: When you activate your blinker, the LED DRL next to it will turn off until the blinker is turned off.
This one is a little more involved, so here is an external link: LED DRL Dim when Turn Signal Active

Lighting: Emergency Brake Flashing
Description: If you brake hard enough, this will automatically flash your brake lights and/or turn signals until you let off the brake pedal
Check bit 1 of byte 16 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper for brake light flashing
Check bit 2 of byte 16 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper for turn signal flashing
Pic tutorial: Emergency Brake Flashing via Brake Lights/Turn Signals Active

Lighting: Comfort Turn Signal Count 1-5
Description: When you tap your blinker it will auto blink 3 times by default, this changes the count
Go to Adaptation in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Choose "Comfort Turn Signals (Cycles)"
Set a new value up to 5 for the number of blinks you want
NOTE: After you set the value, you must go into your MFI on your car and reset it to factory settings to load the new value
Pic tutorial: Comfort Turning Signal

Lighting: Coming Home Lights
Description: Coming home activation requires you to pull the high beam stalk back briefly after shutting the vehicle off and before exiting. This will turn on your lights for a set period of time after you get out of the car. After this is enabled, it can be turned on/off in the MFA, and you can adjust the time period. Leaving home function requires an auto switch and light sensor.
Check bit 2 of byte 12 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: Coming Home Lights

Wipers: Enable Tear Drop Wiping on Front Wiper
Description: This will wipe your front window one extra time, after a pause, when you use your front wiper squirter
Go to the Central Electronics module, and click on "Coding"
In the coding window, there is a pull down menu, choose the selection that says "Wischer" in it
After that, click on the Long Coding Helper
Check bit 3 of Byte 1 (Tear Wiping Active)
Pic tutorial: Enable Tear Drop Wiping for Rear Window

Wipers: Enable Tear Drop Wiping on Rear Wiper
Description: This will wipe your rear window one extra time, after a pause, when you use your rear wiper squirter
Check bit 4 of byte 21 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper

Wipers: Disable Rear Wiper with Reverse Gear
Description: If your front wipers are running and you put it in reverse, the rear wiper runs by default. This disables that feature.
Uncheck bit 6 of byte 21 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: Automatic Rear Window Wiping with Reverse Gear Disabled

Wipers: Disable Rear Wiper
Description: Completely disables your rear wiper
Uncheck bit 0 of byte 21 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: Disable Rear Wiper

Steering Wheel Push-To-Talk Button as Mute
Description: Converts the push to talk button your steering wheel into a mute button.
Uncheck bit 3 of byte 1 under Steering Wheel Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: Steering Wheel Push-To-Talk Button

Instruments: Disable Seatbelt Warning
Description: Disable seatbelt warning chime and light
Uncheck bit 1 of byte 1 in Instruments Long Coding Helper

Instruments: Gauge Cluster Staging a.k.a Gauge Sweep
Descripton: When you turn your ignition to on, the gauges will "Sweep" to max, and then fall back to zero
Note: Does not work on G clusters, you can see which one you have in an autoscan under Instruments. It's the last letter of the part no.
Go to Adaptation in Instruments
Choose "Staging"
Set new value to "active"
Pic tutorial: Staging

Mirror Adjust Menu in MFA for 2011+
Description: Gives you a menu in the MFA to adjust mirrors together or individually.
Check bit 6 of byte 8 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: Mirror Adjust MFA Menu

Mirror and Rear Window Heaters: Extend the Active Time
Description: Mirror and Rear window heaters run for 10 minutes by default, you can extend that as long as you want
Go to Adaptation in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Choose "Rear Window & Outside MIrror Heater Activation Time"
Choose a new value using this formula: New Value x 40 = Seconds Active
Example: 23 is about 15 min since 23 x 40 = 920 seconds = 15.3 minutes

Driver Seat Heater Memory
Description: When you turn the car on, the drivers seat ONLY will resume it's last setting (Off, 1, 2, 3) automatically
Go to Adaptation in Auto HVAC
Choose "Storage of driver seat heater level"
Set new value to "On"
Pic tutorial: Driver Seat Heating Memory Retention

Passenger Seat Heater Memory (2012 Only)
Description: When you turn the car on, the passenger will resume it's last setting (Off, 1, 2, 3) automatically
Go to Adaptation in Auto HVAC
Choose "Storage of passenger seat heater level"
Set new value to "On"
Credit to Tim S: Maintain Passenger Heat Setting

Disable TPMS
Description: For cars with TPMS sensors in the wheels, you can disable the light for winter wheels or wheels without sensors
Check bit 7 of byte 8 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Further reading: How to activate, reset, or swap the TPMS system on your VW Jetta or Golf

Electronic Differential Lock (XDS) Strength
Description: XDS is the electronic differential lock. On higher HP models (Scirocco R), this is set to 2, whereas the default on the GTI is 0. At 2, the system is more aggressive at applying brake pressure to the inside/slipping tire.
Go to Adaptation in the ABS module
Choose "Electronic Differential Lock (XDS)
Set new value to to 2 (0 is stock, 1 is weak, 2 is strong)
Pic tutorial: XDS and Brake Assist Settings

Brake Assist
Description: Brake assist will make it so you do not have to push down on the brake pedal as hard before the brakes engage. It does not actually make the brakes any stronger. Some people like this, some people feel it makes heel/toe harder.
Go to Adaptation in the ABS module
Choose "Brake Assist"
Set new value to to 2 (0 is stock, 1 is small, 2 is hard)
Pic tutorial: XDS and Brake Assist Settings

Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR)
Description: DSR is the use of sensors relating to the ESP sense when the car is going into a skid, and the steering ECU automatically provides a prompt to the driver to correct the car trajectory by giving the steering wheel a quick 'nudge'. There are 3 settings, nobody has reported changing this and if 1 or 2 is better than stock.
Go to Adaptation in the ABS module
Choose "DSR"
Set new value to: 0 for strong (stock setting), 1 for center, or 2 for weak

Torque Steer Compensation (TSC)
Description: Using the Steering Assist controller (not the brakes), TSC will help prevent torque steer on tuned cars. A TSC of 1 is used by default in higher HP FWD VW models like the VR6 FWD Passat.
Go to Adaptation in the Steering Assist module
Choose "Torque Steer Compensation (TSC)"
Set new value to 1
Discussion and test video: VAG-COM — Torque Steer Compensation (update: it works!)

Disable ESP
Description: This is not considered safe. The ESP in the MK6 is very good and not too obtrusive. That said, if you want to take the risk and turn it off, this is the only known way to accomplish that.
Go to Adaptation in the Steering Assist module
Go to Channel 09
Set new value to 1
Discussion: Really turning off ESP

Hill Hold Control
Description: Hill hold control (assist) is where the car will apply the brakes on a hill when stopped. It will occur if facing up hill with the car in a forward gear, or if facing downhill in reverse. Modifying this setting changes when the brakes release. You can also disable it completely.
To change the HHC setting:
Go to Adaptation in the ABS module
Choose "Hill Hold Control (HHC)"
Set new value to: 0 for normal (stock setting), 1 for early (start with low RPM's), or 2 for late late (start with high RPM's and slipping clutch)
Pic tutorial: Hill Hold Control (HHC)
To disable HHC completely:
Uncheck bit 0 of byte 16 in ABS Brakes Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: Disable Hill Hold Control
Adjusting Service Intervals
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 25 January 2014, 00:37
 :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: quite a few on there I could do with configuring! We will have to arrange something  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Peter W on 25 January 2014, 12:01

Wow , quite a list, is there anyone in the London area that has the ability to do this ? I'm more than happy to drive to you and make it woth your while  :smiley:



I only know 1 or 2 things :  :grin: :grin: :grin:

Windows: Roll Up/Down with Key
Description: Roll down down your windows with your key remote when you unlock the doors
Check bit 5 of byte 3 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Option: If you want to be able to do this when the car is turned on, check bit 7 of byte 3
Option: Enable your lock switch on the door to roll all windows up/down without a key present, check bits 3, 4, and 7 of byte 3
Pic tutorial: Comfort Closing/Opening via Remote Control

Lock/Unlock Confirmations (horn/lights)
Description: When you lock your car, it flashes the lights and honks the horn. When you unlock, it flashes the lights. There are other options.
All of these are under byte 5 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper.
Option: Disable turn signal on lock/unlock confirmation, uncheck bit 0
Option: Disable horn honking on lock confirmation, uncheck bit 1
Option: Enable horn honking on unlock confirmation, check bit 4
Pic tutorial: Horn Confirmation when Locking MFA Menu

KESSY: Lock Car While Running
Description: this allows you to to start your car with KESSY, then get out with the key, and lock the car with the remote
Check bit 2 of byte 4 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper

Lighting: Fogs as DRLs
Description: Use your fog lights instead of your low beams for DRLs
For Xenon equipped vehicles or Halogen equipped using the main low/dipped beam:
Check bit 1 of byte 14 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Un-check bit 2 of byte 11 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper (or leave checked to run BOTH fogs and low beams)
Pic tutorial: Fogs as DRLs for Xenon-equipped Vehicles
For Halogen equipped vehicles or using a separate bulb or filament for DRL only:
Uncheck bit 6 of byte 15 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Check bit 1 of byte 14 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: Fogs as DRLs for Halogen-equipped Vehicles
Note: Depending on the Byte 18 coding, this may result in all of the parking lights illuminating.

Lighting: Fogs with High Beams
Description: Your fog lights will become independent of your high beams, and will not go out when you turn on your high beams
Check bit 2 of byte 14 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: Fog Lights active with High Beams active

Lighting: Fogs as Cornering Lights
Description: if your fog lights are not on, but your headlights are, it will illuminate the fog in the direction you are turning at low speeds)
Check bit 7 of byte 14 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Demonstration Video: MK6 GTI Cornering Lights
Pic tutorial: Cornering Lights via Front Fog Lights Active

Lighting: Auto On/Off Headlights w/o Auto Switch
Description: this will make your headlights go on/off with your ignition if they are in the ON position
Check bit 5 of byte 15 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: All Lights Shut Off When Turning Off Vehicle

Lighting: Enable DRL Turn On/Off in MFI (2011+ Only)
Description: Under lighting in your MFI, you can check DRL's on or off (this is better than hard coding them off)
Check bit 7 of byte 15 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: DRL MFA Menu

Lighting: Disable DRL with Turn Signal (2012 Only)
Description: When you activate your blinker, the LED DRL next to it will turn off until the blinker is turned off.
This one is a little more involved, so here is an external link: LED DRL Dim when Turn Signal Active

Lighting: Emergency Brake Flashing
Description: If you brake hard enough, this will automatically flash your brake lights and/or turn signals until you let off the brake pedal
Check bit 1 of byte 16 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper for brake light flashing
Check bit 2 of byte 16 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper for turn signal flashing
Pic tutorial: Emergency Brake Flashing via Brake Lights/Turn Signals Active

Lighting: Comfort Turn Signal Count 1-5
Description: When you tap your blinker it will auto blink 3 times by default, this changes the count
Go to Adaptation in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Choose "Comfort Turn Signals (Cycles)"
Set a new value up to 5 for the number of blinks you want
NOTE: After you set the value, you must go into your MFI on your car and reset it to factory settings to load the new value
Pic tutorial: Comfort Turning Signal

Lighting: Coming Home Lights
Description: Coming home activation requires you to pull the high beam stalk back briefly after shutting the vehicle off and before exiting. This will turn on your lights for a set period of time after you get out of the car. After this is enabled, it can be turned on/off in the MFA, and you can adjust the time period. Leaving home function requires an auto switch and light sensor.
Check bit 2 of byte 12 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: Coming Home Lights

Wipers: Enable Tear Drop Wiping on Front Wiper
Description: This will wipe your front window one extra time, after a pause, when you use your front wiper squirter
Go to the Central Electronics module, and click on "Coding"
In the coding window, there is a pull down menu, choose the selection that says "Wischer" in it
After that, click on the Long Coding Helper
Check bit 3 of Byte 1 (Tear Wiping Active)
Pic tutorial: Enable Tear Drop Wiping for Rear Window

Wipers: Enable Tear Drop Wiping on Rear Wiper
Description: This will wipe your rear window one extra time, after a pause, when you use your rear wiper squirter
Check bit 4 of byte 21 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper

Wipers: Disable Rear Wiper with Reverse Gear
Description: If your front wipers are running and you put it in reverse, the rear wiper runs by default. This disables that feature.
Uncheck bit 6 of byte 21 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: Automatic Rear Window Wiping with Reverse Gear Disabled

Wipers: Disable Rear Wiper
Description: Completely disables your rear wiper
Uncheck bit 0 of byte 21 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: Disable Rear Wiper

Steering Wheel Push-To-Talk Button as Mute
Description: Converts the push to talk button your steering wheel into a mute button.
Uncheck bit 3 of byte 1 under Steering Wheel Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: Steering Wheel Push-To-Talk Button

Instruments: Disable Seatbelt Warning
Description: Disable seatbelt warning chime and light
Uncheck bit 1 of byte 1 in Instruments Long Coding Helper

Instruments: Gauge Cluster Staging a.k.a Gauge Sweep
Descripton: When you turn your ignition to on, the gauges will "Sweep" to max, and then fall back to zero
Note: Does not work on G clusters, you can see which one you have in an autoscan under Instruments. It's the last letter of the part no.
Go to Adaptation in Instruments
Choose "Staging"
Set new value to "active"
Pic tutorial: Staging

Mirror Adjust Menu in MFA for 2011+
Description: Gives you a menu in the MFA to adjust mirrors together or individually.
Check bit 6 of byte 8 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: Mirror Adjust MFA Menu

Mirror and Rear Window Heaters: Extend the Active Time
Description: Mirror and Rear window heaters run for 10 minutes by default, you can extend that as long as you want
Go to Adaptation in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Choose "Rear Window & Outside MIrror Heater Activation Time"
Choose a new value using this formula: New Value x 40 = Seconds Active
Example: 23 is about 15 min since 23 x 40 = 920 seconds = 15.3 minutes

Driver Seat Heater Memory
Description: When you turn the car on, the drivers seat ONLY will resume it's last setting (Off, 1, 2, 3) automatically
Go to Adaptation in Auto HVAC
Choose "Storage of driver seat heater level"
Set new value to "On"
Pic tutorial: Driver Seat Heating Memory Retention

Passenger Seat Heater Memory (2012 Only)
Description: When you turn the car on, the passenger will resume it's last setting (Off, 1, 2, 3) automatically
Go to Adaptation in Auto HVAC
Choose "Storage of passenger seat heater level"
Set new value to "On"
Credit to Tim S: Maintain Passenger Heat Setting

Disable TPMS
Description: For cars with TPMS sensors in the wheels, you can disable the light for winter wheels or wheels without sensors
Check bit 7 of byte 8 in Central Electronics Long Coding Helper
Further reading: How to activate, reset, or swap the TPMS system on your VW Jetta or Golf

Electronic Differential Lock (XDS) Strength
Description: XDS is the electronic differential lock. On higher HP models (Scirocco R), this is set to 2, whereas the default on the GTI is 0. At 2, the system is more aggressive at applying brake pressure to the inside/slipping tire.
Go to Adaptation in the ABS module
Choose "Electronic Differential Lock (XDS)
Set new value to to 2 (0 is stock, 1 is weak, 2 is strong)
Pic tutorial: XDS and Brake Assist Settings

Brake Assist
Description: Brake assist will make it so you do not have to push down on the brake pedal as hard before the brakes engage. It does not actually make the brakes any stronger. Some people like this, some people feel it makes heel/toe harder.
Go to Adaptation in the ABS module
Choose "Brake Assist"
Set new value to to 2 (0 is stock, 1 is small, 2 is hard)
Pic tutorial: XDS and Brake Assist Settings

Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR)
Description: DSR is the use of sensors relating to the ESP sense when the car is going into a skid, and the steering ECU automatically provides a prompt to the driver to correct the car trajectory by giving the steering wheel a quick 'nudge'. There are 3 settings, nobody has reported changing this and if 1 or 2 is better than stock.
Go to Adaptation in the ABS module
Choose "DSR"
Set new value to: 0 for strong (stock setting), 1 for center, or 2 for weak

Torque Steer Compensation (TSC)
Description: Using the Steering Assist controller (not the brakes), TSC will help prevent torque steer on tuned cars. A TSC of 1 is used by default in higher HP FWD VW models like the VR6 FWD Passat.
Go to Adaptation in the Steering Assist module
Choose "Torque Steer Compensation (TSC)"
Set new value to 1
Discussion and test video: VAG-COM — Torque Steer Compensation (update: it works!)

Disable ESP
Description: This is not considered safe. The ESP in the MK6 is very good and not too obtrusive. That said, if you want to take the risk and turn it off, this is the only known way to accomplish that.
Go to Adaptation in the Steering Assist module
Go to Channel 09
Set new value to 1
Discussion: Really turning off ESP

Hill Hold Control
Description: Hill hold control (assist) is where the car will apply the brakes on a hill when stopped. It will occur if facing up hill with the car in a forward gear, or if facing downhill in reverse. Modifying this setting changes when the brakes release. You can also disable it completely.
To change the HHC setting:
Go to Adaptation in the ABS module
Choose "Hill Hold Control (HHC)"
Set new value to: 0 for normal (stock setting), 1 for early (start with low RPM's), or 2 for late late (start with high RPM's and slipping clutch)
Pic tutorial: Hill Hold Control (HHC)
To disable HHC completely:
Uncheck bit 0 of byte 16 in ABS Brakes Long Coding Helper
Pic tutorial: Disable Hill Hold Control
Adjusting Service Intervals
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: peterdoherty on 25 January 2014, 15:03
Sold it!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 25 January 2014, 15:56
Sold it!

For a MK7?  :sick:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 25 January 2014, 16:14
Bought a Milltek for her  :cool: :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mustard on 25 January 2014, 20:29
Drove it today, first time in six weeks, since my operation in December. Forgot quiet how good it feels. :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: rst123 on 25 January 2014, 21:23
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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: peterdoherty on 25 January 2014, 22:10
Sold it!

For a MK7?  :sick:

Yep have had a MK7 GTD for a few months now.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: pryda on 25 January 2014, 22:29
Sold it!

x2
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 25 January 2014, 22:37
Sold it!

For a MK7?  :sick:

Yep have had a MK7 GTD for a few months now.

Poor guy, feel for you  :tongue:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 26 January 2014, 16:41
Laid on the gravel in the rain with a torch looking for a puncture  :sad:

Noticed rear tyre looked a a little flat yesterday so went to top it up with air and psi was way down.  Topped it up to the recommended pressure and retested it today.  Lost 7psi in 24 hrs.  Puncture, faulty valve?  On inspection, nothing obvious.  Getting a new tyre fitted to front tommorow anyway so will get it checked out.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 26 January 2014, 17:17
Missed mine terribly after seeing a CW35 in Derby! 20 months to go and the 330M sport goes back and I think an R will be on order, just wondering whether I can handle 35k miles a year in one?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 26 January 2014, 17:19
Missed mine terribly after seeing a CW35 in Derby! 20 months to go and the 330M sport goes back and I think an R will be on order, just wondering whether I can handle 35k miles a year in one?

I was doing over 30k miles in my Mk5 R32  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 26 January 2014, 17:22
The way I see it is that the car is cheaper, so better for the business, yes it has a higher co2 but of I can negotiate the difference in cost to the business in fuel then it should be a goer. Seeing as my bro is as big a petrol head as me and the owner of the business, fingers crossed and we'll be sorted.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 26 January 2014, 17:43
Missed mine terribly after seeing a CW35 in Derby! 20 months to go and the 330M sport goes back and I think an R will be on order, just wondering whether I can handle 35k miles a year in one?

You have surprised me, I absolutely love my 3 series and love it as a mile muncher with the 330d being my idea of heaven. Did a few long journeys in our old Mk6 GTi and found it quite uncomfortable and cramped by comparison.

Are you not bonding with the car?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 26 January 2014, 18:38
Yeah, I just miss owning a VeeDub. I have suggested that an R32 in the garage may be a good idea but her indoors is having nine of it, lol!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 26 January 2014, 20:12
What about the Mk2 Neil? That's a far better car for summer weekends and shows surely?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 26 January 2014, 20:37
Been there done that and tbh, I'd miss some of the creature comforts now!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 27 January 2014, 10:55
Missed mine terribly after seeing a CW35 in Derby! 20 months to go and the 330M sport goes back and I think an R will be on order, just wondering whether I can handle 35k miles a year in one?

Parked next to an immaculate CW ed35 last week and thought of you and if you might be missing it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 27 January 2014, 11:00
Got rear puncture repaired this morning and the worn front tyre replaced with new, then newest tyres rotated to rear.  Used an independent this time - excellent service, but more importantly, alloys unscathed.  Two punctures in 4 months  :angry: fingers crossed, no more.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 27 January 2014, 19:32
paid the car finance off this morning

washed and hoovered it yesterday ready for its new owner. might be the last ever time i clean it!

stripped cleaned and lubed the brakes on the clio. painted the hubs on my new brembo discs.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: tenrohle on 31 January 2014, 12:47
Tail lights and matts thanks to some good forum members. Just about froze my hands off putting the lights in.  :cool:

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 31 January 2014, 13:06
you should smoke your rear reflectors like mine, looks tones better on CSG cars. Also, its not that cold outside you pussy  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 31 January 2014, 13:45
you should smoke your rear reflectors like mine, looks tones better on CSG cars.


Except they will no longer be red reflectors and therefore illegal.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 31 January 2014, 13:50
you should smoke your rear reflectors like mine, looks tones better on CSG cars.


Except they will no longer be red reflectors and therefore illegal.

 :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 31 January 2014, 14:09
:rolleyes:

Just saying, so that he can make his mind up knowing all the facts.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: tenrohle on 31 January 2014, 14:09
Did you smoke them with a film or spray? Had been thinking about doing that as I'm well and truly in the process of blacking the car out.

I just spent a fortnight in Western Australia amidst 40 degree heat and bushfires. ITS COLD HERE  :drool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: tenrohle on 31 January 2014, 14:11
Curious legality that one. I truly doubt anyone would ever get stopped for it unless they were doing laps round a shopping centre carpark in reverse at 2am.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 31 January 2014, 14:13
:rolleyes:

Just saying, so that he can make his mind up knowing all the facts.

I was only joking mate, its better to know so he can make a choice.

PS: I used tinting film.
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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 31 January 2014, 14:13
Got a few bit in the post today:

VW Racing Intake, SuperPro Anti Lift Kit, and a Subframe Insert (which i dont think ill be needing anymore as im buying Wigits VWR Mount and subframe)

Really looking forward to fitting the SuperPro A.L.K, should finally strat to get some traction down without the whole car shaking. Combined with the VW Racing mount, should increase grip / traction quite a lot.

In regards to the inductions kits ill have to make a choice, either keep and use the VW Racing kit, or keep the REVO / Pipercross one and sell the VW. (this is my 5th intake - such an intake whore  :evil:)

Have any of you guys tried both of these? The Revo one has been spot on so far, so we will have to see what the VWR one is like when fitted, if its ever stop raining.

I will give review on all of the above when fitted and tested.

PS, one of these intake will be for sale very soon as i cant keep both - and also both come with the stage 2 pipe  :cool:

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/b9eb5649-7535-4bb6-9132-7b900386f069_zps9bbfeb6f.jpg)

or my current one:

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/0000048_revo-full-air-filter-intake-for-vw-golf-mk6-scirocco-20-tsi_zpsaf5682ae.jpeg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AndyWard on 31 January 2014, 14:50
Not done today but a couple weeks ago, had full apr tbe fitted and apr stage 2 applied. Much smoother delivery compared to stage 1, drives beautifully.

Next few mod's ready to go just waiting to get them done at same time as MOT; got Neuspeed TOP and Intercooler pipe, Powerflex Insert and Whiteline Endlinks. Also got the TyrolSport DeadSet Rigid Subframe Collar Kit with whole new set of Bolts, hopefully sort my tracking and clunk issues out!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 31 January 2014, 15:00
Curious legality that one. I truly doubt anyone would ever get stopped for it unless they were doing laps round a shopping centre carpark in reverse at 2am.

It would be highly unlikely that you would be stopped for it, but if the car got crashed into when parked at night, it could be a wriggle out for the insurers.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 31 January 2014, 15:38
@Andy Ward - May have the SuperPro Insert for sale in the next few days. Item is brand new / never installed.

£22 posted.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AndyWard on 31 January 2014, 15:50
@Andy Ward - May have the SuperPro Insert for sale in the next few days. Item is brand new / never installed.

£22 posted.

Already got the powerflex sat here but thanks for the offer  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seanule on 31 January 2014, 18:01
Got my eibach sportlines installed definite improvement in handling and visual department, car is planted to the road soo much better! would definetly recommend them!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 31 January 2014, 18:10
Got a few bit in the post today:

VW Racing Intake, SuperPro Anti Lift Kit, and a Subframe Insert (which i dont think ill be needing anymore as im buying Wigits VWR Mount and subframe)

Really looking forward to fitting the SuperPro A.L.K, should finally strat to get some traction down without the whole car shaking. Combined with the VW Racing mount, should increase grip / traction quite a lot.

In regards to the inductions kits ill have to make a choice, either keep and use the VW Racing kit, or keep the REVO / Pipercross one and sell the VW. (this is my 5th intake - such an intake whore  :evil:)

Have any of you guys tried both of these? The Revo one has been spot on so far, so we will have to see what the VWR one is like when fitted, if its ever stop raining.

I will give review on all of the above when fitted and tested.

PS, one of these intake will be for sale very soon as i cant keep both - and also both come with the stage 2 pipe  :cool:

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/b9eb5649-7535-4bb6-9132-7b900386f069_zps9bbfeb6f.jpg)

or my current one:

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/0000048_revo-full-air-filter-intake-for-vw-golf-mk6-scirocco-20-tsi_zpsaf5682ae.jpeg)

Cleaned and lightly re-oiled the VWR filter, need to do the same for the Revo / pipercross one this weekend
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 01 February 2014, 11:05
Installed the VW Racing intake this morning. After a quick run out I fear it may be a tiny bit quite for my liking's, (im a chav at heart and like the loudest possible intake roar and dump sounds) So it might be up for grabs in the next few days, or PM if you interest already.

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/566ee97c-bb31-43f3-b7f5-f0c1bfb81807_zps31bb8f5e.jpg)

But mine will come with stage 2 pipe as well:

http://www.awesomegti.com/car/vw/golfmk6/vwr-intake-systemgolf-6-gti-scirocco-20-tsi
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 01 February 2014, 11:16
Surely nothing will be louder than an open filter like the Revo you had before?

The Carbonio was plenty loud enough for us when we had it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 01 February 2014, 11:31
Surely nothing will be louder than an open filter like the Revo you had before?

The Carbonio was plenty loud enough for us when we had it.

Yeah i dont think any will be. Revo / Carbonio about the same i think. I just love trying new intakes all the time, gives me an excuse to go tinker with the car...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dieselman on 02 February 2014, 20:45
http://youtu.be/bfdD0rShbJ8


scott :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mkviken on 02 February 2014, 21:32
Drove the car for the very last time tonight

Dropped it off in Aberdeen for my mate (who works on he same rig) to collect next week when he gets back on shore.

A nice 250mile drive - a good way to say farewell to a great car. This sort of trip is exactly what this car is about.


It didn't really dawn on me it was the last time I would drive it till I was just minutes from the hotel. Don't normally get too bothered when I sell cars on but I'm definitely Sad to see it go.


Time to get on pistonheads and look for an exige...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 02 February 2014, 22:22
http://youtu.be/bfdD0rShbJ8


scott :wink:

Do tell mate.... :cool:

VAG-Com or hardware mod?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 03 February 2014, 13:57
http://youtu.be/bfdD0rShbJ8


scott :wink:

I need this! :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 06 February 2014, 12:03
http://youtu.be/bfdD0rShbJ8


scott :wink:

hey man im getting cross...you better give me those techniques  :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 06 February 2014, 20:08
Currently without my Golf R as it is having some TLC.  :evil:

HTA3071 Motorsport spec turbo kit being fitted.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 06 February 2014, 21:02
Currently without my Golf R as it is having some TLC.  :evil:

HTA3071 Motorsport spec turbo kit being fitted.

Its going to be an absolute monster !!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 07 February 2014, 21:12
http://youtu.be/bfdD0rShbJ8


scott :wink:

hey man im getting cross...you better give me those techniques  :grin: :grin: :grin:


Yes,Yes,Yes,  C'mon,more info please.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 07 February 2014, 21:21
I think he just likes teasing everyone  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 07 February 2014, 21:24
Got an early birthday prezzie this week....

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Couldn't wait and fitted them today,shoulh have been working,but phuk it my car comes first,and my customers know it :evil:

Well pleased with how they fit,real quality,but then they should be for the price,but now they are on im glad I paid the price and look OEM in my view.

(http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q226/golfsads/latest5029_zps8b78fd82.jpg) (http://s137.photobucket.com/user/golfsads/media/latest5029_zps8b78fd82.jpg.html)

a quick road test later(dodging pot holes and puddles) I can confirm that although Alloy, they are ultra light and don't foul or change the wheel feel at all,alot easier to find aswell, but still no substitute for having fixed position paddles at a quarter to three ish on the column.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 07 February 2014, 21:38
Like the look of those  :cool:
May I ask how much and from where?  Looks like the existing paddles slot into the recess, but how are they fixed on?

Agree.  Really wish the GTI had fixed paddles, the steering wheel mounted ones are a pain at roundabouts.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 07 February 2014, 22:05
Like the look of those  :cool:
May I ask how much and from where?  Looks like the existing paddles slot into the recess, but how are they fixed on?

Agree.  Really wish the GTI had fixed paddles, the steering wheel mounted ones are a pain at roundabouts.

I feel quite embarrassed that I paid £100 all in from psi tuning,advertised for 109 +vat  then nearly a tenner for next day,gave them a bell and got a deal.they had to import them from ECS in the states,now they are fitted I feel much better.
Had a look at everything(some cheap and others that were twice the dough) and those were the only ones that fit the vision in my mind of what I wanted.

Stick on with 3M pre cut adhesive tape,you get 2 sets of tape,golves,cleaning fluid pouch and destructions.

Correct,they are moulded to the shape of the original paddle and fit over perfect.
as you can probably tell I'm well impressed with them,especially the fit.

Although the second set of tapes will come in handy as due to operator error I have a nano bigger gap around the down lever, so will have to be re done sometime to be perfection.

Roundabouts...yep that's why I wanted a paddle extension,MK is all bloody roundabouts,and my thing seems to go in whatever random gear it fancies at times in D mode :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 07 February 2014, 22:40
Like the look of those  :cool:
May I ask how much and from where?  Looks like the existing paddles slot into the recess, but how are they fixed on?

Agree.  Really wish the GTI had fixed paddles, the steering wheel mounted ones are a pain at roundabouts.

I feel quite embarrassed that I paid £100 all in from psi tuning,advertised for 109 +vat  then nearly a tenner for next day,gave them a bell and got a deal.they had to import them from ECS in the states,now they are fitted I feel much better.
Had a look at everything(some cheap and others that were twice the dough) and those were the only ones that fit the vision in my mind of what I wanted.

Stick on with 3M pre cut adhesive tape,you get 2 sets of tape,golves,cleaning fluid pouch and destructions.

Correct,they are moulded to the shape of the original paddle and fit over perfect.
as you can probably tell I'm well impressed with them,especially the fit.

Although the second set of tapes will come in handy as due to operator error I have a nano bigger gap around the down lever, so will have to be re done sometime to be perfection.

Roundabouts...yep that's why I wanted a paddle extension,MK is all bloody roundabouts,and my thing seems to go in whatever random gear it fancies at times in D mode :evil:

Mmm, just had a look on the psi website, seriously tempted!  I quite like the ones with red script too but prefer the satin chrome inlay round the edges on yours.  Never been overly keen on carbon fibre ones, though the maniacs ones look great quality and would be good for the mk7 R to match the cf detailing.

Could be my next car purchase  :whistle: 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 16 February 2014, 17:12
Put it up for sale and will be sad to see it go
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimmgc51 on 16 February 2014, 17:45
Took the back wheel off, took the caliper apart ready to fit new brake pads. Been sold the wrong pads  :angry:

Put it all back together again!

Well its good to do a trial run I suppose...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 22 February 2014, 08:32
Sold the 35 and funds in the bank and being collected Monday/Tuesday

Will miss this as and what i did to it, hoping the R turns up next week for March 1st
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 22 February 2014, 09:54
Sold the 35 and funds in the bank and being collected Monday/Tuesday

Will miss this as and what i did to it, hoping the R turns up next week for March 1st

Hope it's gone to a loving home.

Roll on the arrival of the R.  I hope you'll let us have a detailed review of it once you've got to grips with it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 22 February 2014, 12:00
Sold the 35 and funds in the bank and being collected Monday/Tuesday

Will miss this as and what i did to it, hoping the R turns up next week for March 1st

Hope it's gone to a loving home.

Roll on the arrival of the R.  I hope you'll let us have a detailed review of it once you've got to grips with it.

it has gone to a dealer who specialises in GTIs, given the settlement reached on my R i have a vested interest in picking up the R as soon as possible :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 22 February 2014, 18:07
Got my car cleaned by someone other than myself for the first time ever! Must admit they did a gd job.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 22 February 2014, 18:33
Took a rusty bolt out of the airbox support to the chassis next to the red battery cables and sanded and pained it.
bit poor considering mines not been used in winter and only got 12k on :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 22 February 2014, 20:27
Drove it out of necessity for the first time in ages and realised that it has got too many pedals. 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 22 February 2014, 21:40
Lifted my bonnet to check oil, washers & empty catch can only to find that the foam element of my Revo cone filter had come apart and fell off  :angry:
Made a call to the supplier and another one is on it's way under warranty, so if you've got one of these fitted best keep an eye on it ?

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/388BAF21-16DD-422F-9788-D130DA130120_zpscqblwbpp.jpg) (http://s601.photobucket.com/user/NeilGti/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/388BAF21-16DD-422F-9788-D130DA130120_zpscqblwbpp.jpg.html)
(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/928CBAC5-A44C-4C45-B9CD-FD09DBD58671_zpssuthfvmt.jpg) (http://s601.photobucket.com/user/NeilGti/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/928CBAC5-A44C-4C45-B9CD-FD09DBD58671_zpssuthfvmt.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 22 February 2014, 21:50
not great Neil, i had to replace all the jubilee clips on mine after 9 months
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 22 February 2014, 21:54
not great Neil, i had to replace all the jubilee clips on mine after 9 months

Yes that's how I found it aswell ! Didn't even touch it before I'd took the pic, don't know how long it's been like that as I haven't had the bonnet up for about a month  :sad:
Not the best quality part  :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 23 February 2014, 09:31
That's horrendous Neil!  :shocked:

Bonnet should be up at least once a week.  :laugh:

Seriously though the build quality on that is pretty dire imagine the amount of unfiltered crud that could have gone through there, damaging turbo blades etc.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mwad gti on 23 February 2014, 11:44
Sold the 35 and funds in the bank and being collected Monday/Tuesday

Will miss this as and what i did to it, hoping the R turns up next week for March 1st

Hope it's gone to a loving home.

Roll on the arrival of the R.  I hope you'll let us have a detailed review of it once you've got to grips with it.
Yeah, please let us know
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 23 February 2014, 12:39
Setting the scene....

A damp private track in backwoods of Yorkshire, the air rank with the odour of exhaust fumes and stretching out in front of you a thin sliver of gnarled black, damp, partly muddy, Tarmac curving gradually uphill into the distance. The gearstick snicked into manual mode and the ESP turned off, revs build and you are off..........the nearly worn tyres slip and grip, your head and eyes go funny with the G force and...........

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/6fd001ae3726bc0de7febe4878730879_zps1a69fd96.jpg)

Not bad to say it isn't even set-up fully yet the bum dyno said more power and the software calculates out at 447bhp. There's definitely more than spring pressure by the looks of it. 1/4 mile figures when I can after set-up. :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mwad gti on 23 February 2014, 17:48
Setting the scene....

A damp private track in backwoods of Yorkshire, the air rank with the odour of exhaust fumes and stretching out in front of you a thin sliver of gnarled black, damp, partly muddy, Tarmac curving gradually uphill into the distance. The gearstick snicked into manual mode and the ESP turned off, revs build and you are off..........the nearly worn tyres slip and grip, your head and eyes go funny with the G force and...........

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/6fd001ae3726bc0de7febe4878730879_zps1a69fd96.jpg)y

Not bad to say it isn't even set-up fully yet the bum dyno said more power and the software calculates out at 447bhp. There's definitely more than spring pressure by the looks of it. 1/4 mile figures when I can after set-up. :cool:
That is very impressive-especially in damp conditions.
Out of curiousity, with the car being in such a high state of tune, are you intending on keeping it long term or for a high mileage? I'm wondering how it would stand up to the extra stresses and wear and tear
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 23 February 2014, 18:34
That's horrendous Neil!  :shocked:

Bonnet should be up at least once a week.  :laugh:

Seriously though the build quality on that is pretty dire imagine the amount of unfiltered crud that could have gone through there, damaging turbo blades etc.

John, my bonnet is usually up at least once a week  :grin:
Luckily I haven't used my car much in the last month, so hopefully I haven't sucked too much crap in there ? Although I did go to Liverpool last weekend in it  :sad:

That thing of yours is looking a beast ! Once you get it set up properly and some decent rubber and better weather, god knows what times your gonna hit !!
I need a ride in it  :smiley: maybe see you at Statlers as I need to ring them and get my car booked in for a DSG map  :smiley: let me know when your around and I'll get it booked in and have a nosey at your car  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 23 February 2014, 19:29
That is very impressive-especially in damp conditions.
Out of curiousity, with the car being in such a high state of tune, are you intending on keeping it long term or for a high mileage? I'm wondering how it would stand up to the extra stresses and wear and tear

I am planning on keeping it long term, even if I get another new daily. Before this I had an ED30 and so know how tough these engines are. :cool:

That's horrendous Neil!  :shocked:

Bonnet should be up at least once a week.  :laugh:

Seriously though the build quality on that is pretty dire imagine the amount of unfiltered crud that could have gone through there, damaging turbo blades etc.

John, my bonnet is usually up at least once a week  :grin:
Luckily I haven't used my car much in the last month, so hopefully I haven't sucked too much crap in there ? Although I did go to Liverpool last weekend in it  :sad:

That thing of yours is looking a beast ! Once you get it set up properly and some decent rubber and better weather, god knows what times your gonna hit !!
I need a ride in it  :smiley: maybe see you at Statlers as I need to ring them and get my car booked in for a DSG map  :smiley: let me know when your around and I'll get it booked in and have a nosey at your car  :cool:

It will be fine Neil! luckily you have a decent cover around that area to help protect from crud.

I have some semi-slicks ready to go on the R, so things should be better soon on launches. The DSG map is excellent and IMHO a must have. I'm usually around as I only live 5 miles from Statllers, so let me know and I'm there. :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rob-MK5 on 23 February 2014, 19:46
New wheels, conti's and h&r sports  :smiley:

(http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j146/robintegra/image_zps92f2823d.jpg)

(http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j146/robintegra/image_zps4ac0ceba.jpg)

And cleaned the wife's

(http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j146/robintegra/image_zpse930fa02.jpg)


Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 23 February 2014, 19:55
Sits well on the H&Rs  :smiley: are they 19s they look massive,
I cleaned mine today and got roped in to cleaning the wife's aswell  :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 23 February 2014, 19:57
Car looks awesome rob  :cool: Like the wheels, but must admit they wouldn't be my first choice.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 23 February 2014, 19:59
That is very impressive-especially in damp conditions.
Out of curiousity, with the car being in such a high state of tune, are you intending on keeping it long term or for a high mileage? I'm wondering how it would stand up to the extra stresses and wear and tear

I am planning on keeping it long term, even if I get another new daily. Before this I had an ED30 and so know how tough these engines are. :cool:

That's horrendous Neil!  :shocked:

Bonnet should be up at least once a week.  :laugh:

Seriously though the build quality on that is pretty dire imagine the amount of unfiltered crud that could have gone through there, damaging turbo blades etc.

John, my bonnet is usually up at least once a week  :grin:
Luckily I haven't used my car much in the last month, so hopefully I haven't sucked too much crap in there ? Although I did go to Liverpool last weekend in it  :sad:

That thing of yours is looking a beast ! Once you get it set up properly and some decent rubber and better weather, god knows what times your gonna hit !!
I need a ride in it  :smiley: maybe see you at Statlers as I need to ring them and get my car booked in for a DSG map  :smiley: let me know when your around and I'll get it booked in and have a nosey at your car  :cool:

It will be fine Neil! luckily you have a decent cover around that area to help protect from crud.

I have some semi-slicks ready to go on the R, so things should be better soon on launches. The DSG map is excellent and IMHO a must have. I'm usually around as I only live 5 miles from Statllers, so let me know and I'm there. :smiley:

Will do pal  :smiley:
Been meaning to get the box mapped for a while, just never got around to it  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 23 February 2014, 22:11
New wheels, conti's and h&r sports  :smiley:

(http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j146/robintegra/image_zps92f2823d.jpg)

(http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j146/robintegra/image_zps4ac0ceba.jpg)

That looks stunning, just need some brakes behind them now  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 23 February 2014, 22:31
Agree, it is a stunner  :cool: 

Love those wheels, what are they?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 23 February 2014, 22:48
+1 Looks amazing Raffe!!!! I'm also interested to find out what those wheels are.  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 23 February 2014, 22:51
+1 Looks amazing Raffe!!!! I'm also interested to find out what those wheels are.  :smiley:

Mate, it's Rob-MK5's car not Raffe's.  Raffe defected over to BMW  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 23 February 2014, 23:16
Haha so it is!!! Just saw the last post with the pics quoted by Raffe! Sorry Rob!!!

Why would you move to BMW??!!!  :evil: :tongue:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 24 February 2014, 07:34
GTi was wife's car, I had modded it to Stage 2 and every time I drove it I got a bit too enthusiastic and with driving for work I couldn't afford to be without my licence  :whistle:

So we agreed on changing it for a new diesel which I couldn't tinker with :embarrassed:

My VW dealer experience compared to BMW was terrible, VW have a lot to learn in customer service in my local dealerships, coupled with the fact I wasn't prepared to take the gamble of when we would actually get a car if we ordered a new MK7 GTD we went for a 120d M-Sport and thoroughly pleased with it.

I will probably come back to a VAG company car in a couple of years with the GTD/Leon FR/Aldi A3 being contenders. :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 24 February 2014, 17:24
added more miles 65590 now. :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 24 February 2014, 19:28
Today I booked  the 35 in for the water pump Recall.

and Saturday I went from these

(http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q226/golfsads/latest6017_zps6455546c.jpg) (http://s137.photobucket.com/user/golfsads/media/latest6017_zps6455546c.jpg.html)

To These

(http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q226/golfsads/latest6018_zps050cdb31.jpg) (http://s137.photobucket.com/user/golfsads/media/latest6018_zps050cdb31.jpg.html)

Much better :cool: in both performance and looks

(http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q226/golfsads/latest6019_zps29ab4f27.jpg) (http://s137.photobucket.com/user/golfsads/media/latest6019_zps29ab4f27.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 24 February 2014, 20:58
Wow those look sick!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 24 February 2014, 21:22
i recognise that workshop far too well, i think APs had the slight edge though

waved the 35 off and no longer a mk6 owner
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 24 February 2014, 22:21
i recognise that workshop far too well, i think APs had the slight edge though

waved the 35 off and no longer a mk6 owner

Shame he didn't have time to clear up the kack from the previous customers before I took the 1st pic :grin:

AP's and slight edge,bit of an understatement I would say, would have liked one of those kits off the shelf in the background :smiley: but really for the cost they are wasted with the way I drive mine,plus I prefer the more stealthy oem upgrades, more discreet for when it goes into the Dealers,Had them on my 30,even Alex's mate Shaun didn't notice them when he done the brake fluid change :rolleyes:


Re. ed35 gone,A sad day soon forgotten I would think, make sure there is Plenty of R piccys put on here and keep in touch.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 25 February 2014, 15:58
New wheels, conti's and h&r sports  :smiley:

(http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j146/robintegra/image_zps92f2823d.jpg)

(http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j146/robintegra/image_zps4ac0ceba.jpg)

That looks amazing!  Perfect wheels and ride height.  What wheels are they?  They look familiar.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Beddie on 25 February 2014, 16:21
^^^ They look like the new RS4 reps...

Look bloody lovely too!  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 25 February 2014, 16:27
^^^ They look like the new RS4 reps...

Look bloody lovely too!  :smiley:

That's it, RS4.  I think about RS4's most days  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 25 February 2014, 16:58
Took a few iPhone pics. Sorry for the poor edits!

(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e250/JayGTD/110329e3-2b97-4a62-9a8c-0985c1868b7e_zpsc242421d.jpg) (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/JayGTD/media/110329e3-2b97-4a62-9a8c-0985c1868b7e_zpsc242421d.jpg.html)

(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e250/JayGTD/6ea9d70f-a6a3-408a-9ace-eedee966b0a7_zps63a1c122.jpg) (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/JayGTD/media/6ea9d70f-a6a3-408a-9ace-eedee966b0a7_zps63a1c122.jpg.html)

(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e250/JayGTD/2110ffed-7c91-4bd5-8fd1-7faa1d563b05_zps7452653c.jpg) (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/JayGTD/media/2110ffed-7c91-4bd5-8fd1-7faa1d563b05_zps7452653c.jpg.html)

(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e250/JayGTD/5d34cd78-4cf8-4cad-aa8e-e6cc94294c68_zps96467a34.jpg) (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/JayGTD/media/5d34cd78-4cf8-4cad-aa8e-e6cc94294c68_zps96467a34.jpg.html)

(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e250/JayGTD/85a9dd96-de62-4f72-9cc3-86a8c3a2103f_zps9d3c0138.jpg) (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/JayGTD/media/85a9dd96-de62-4f72-9cc3-86a8c3a2103f_zps9d3c0138.jpg.html)

(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e250/JayGTD/932a0acf-77ec-4dc6-bab6-0786206ad765_zps4af1586c.jpg) (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/JayGTD/media/932a0acf-77ec-4dc6-bab6-0786206ad765_zps4af1586c.jpg.html)

(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e250/JayGTD/83267cab-d519-4540-81a7-1c6f0b74a200_zpse4dcb3d4.jpg) (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/JayGTD/media/83267cab-d519-4540-81a7-1c6f0b74a200_zpse4dcb3d4.jpg.html)


Jay
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 25 February 2014, 18:54
Jay, dont cheapen your car with these low resolution picture....get a decent camera  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 25 February 2014, 19:03
Should have been on the other side of the river you can get nearer the baltic and the bridge.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 25 February 2014, 19:04
Jay, dont cheapen your car with these low resolution picture....get a decent camera  :grin: :grin:

Agree.  Some of those backdrops are stunning (cars not too shabby either) and you're not doing it justice with crappy iphone pics  :grin:   

Car looks great  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 25 February 2014, 20:13
Cambelt, water pump and MOT.  Gonna give it a good wash at the weekend.  Looking forward to the clocks changing so I can clean it during the week too  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 25 February 2014, 20:50
Nice pics JAyGTD, car looks very nice  :cool: I notice it has a GTI style exhaust as well :cool:

Does your dash display track info, nav directions etc like the OEM RNS head units?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mwad gti on 25 February 2014, 21:26
Put on my wife's personalised plates that I bought her last year
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 25 February 2014, 21:42
Jay, dont cheapen your car with these low resolution picture....get a decent camera  :grin: :grin:

Haa! I actually just sold my camerea not too long ago. Don't worry, I'll get some decent pics up no problem!  :wink:

Should have been on the other side of the river you can get nearer the baltic and the bridge.

Aye next time! Just those are the typical quayside pictures over at the sage carpark! You from around local?

Jay, dont cheapen your car with these low resolution picture....get a decent camera  :grin: :grin:

Agree.  Some of those backdrops are stunning (cars not too shabby either) and you're not doing it justice with crappy iphone pics  :grin:   

Car looks great  :cool:

Thanks dude, they only look nice cos i used some fancy editing apps on the iphone ha! Cheers! I love it. Picked it up a month ago and been playing around with it ever since! (Signature for mods or build thread on golfmk6.com)

Nice pics JAyGTD, car looks very nice  :cool: I notice it has a GTI style exhaust as well :cool:

Does your dash display track info, nav directions etc like the OEM RNS head units?

Thanks Obbzi! Was originally looking for a white one, but now i'm jst in love with the black. Yep! First thing I had fitted was a GTI backbox and diffuser. Reckon it looks 100x better!
The kenwood is really good, previous owner had it on and installed by dealers brand new. It has everything you ever want, this includes all the fancy bluetooth wizadry, TV!!, Dvd player, satnav, nice interface..although now you remind me i need to get the dealers to update the firmware for me! It actually looks pretty oem too. Neat eh

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 25 February 2014, 21:46
I work in Wallker and live in county Durham.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 25 February 2014, 21:48
I work in Wallker and live in county Durham.

I see! Nice to meet you, hopefully see you around sometime. I live near the airport, and study at Northumbria  :grin: :whistle:

Jay
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 25 February 2014, 21:52
I work in Wallker and live in county Durham.

I see! Nice to meet you, hopefully see you around sometime. I live near the airport, and study at Northumbria  :grin: :whistle:

Jay
I travel through the town daily and Im often up at Ponteland as have family there so regular around those areas.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 25 February 2014, 22:07
I work in Wallker and live in county Durham.

I see! Nice to meet you, hopefully see you around sometime. I live near the airport, and study at Northumbria  :grin: :whistle:

Jay
I travel through the town daily and Im often up at Ponteland as have family there so regular around those areas.

Hit the spot, see if you can spot my car around the area  :drool:

Jay
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Poached on 26 February 2014, 18:52
Revision G DV bites the dust, gone back to a D revision:

(http://i58.tinypic.com/wralaw.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 26 February 2014, 20:01
First dry timed run with the big turbo conversion on..... :evil:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/89bbf756-05c1-4763-827d-e7cce32b30cf_zpsd0200eab.jpg) (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/hurdy_album/media/89bbf756-05c1-4763-827d-e7cce32b30cf_zpsd0200eab.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 26 February 2014, 20:51
First dry timed run with the big turbo conversion on..... :evil:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/89bbf756-05c1-4763-827d-e7cce32b30cf_zpsd0200eab.jpg) (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/hurdy_album/media/89bbf756-05c1-4763-827d-e7cce32b30cf_zpsd0200eab.jpg.html)

 :shocked: :shocked: :evil: Wow!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 26 February 2014, 20:54
First dry timed run with the big turbo conversion on..... :evil:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/89bbf756-05c1-4763-827d-e7cce32b30cf_zpsd0200eab.jpg) (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/hurdy_album/media/89bbf756-05c1-4763-827d-e7cce32b30cf_zpsd0200eab.jpg.html)

HOLY MOLY!!!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Raffe on 27 February 2014, 07:09
That's seriously fast :evil:

How much fun could you now have if you strip the .:R bumpers etc off and make it look like a basic 2.0tdi and go supercar baiting   :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 01 March 2014, 20:39
Washed and hoovered the poor old car for the first time this year. It looks spot on in the sun, but look closely and the lower sides and tailgate are splattered with tar. It made me feel quite dishartend until I looked at everyone elses cars going by.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mattyj on 01 March 2014, 20:45
Fitted an led interior light kit looks awesome! And took the four vancouvers off clean inside wheel and face polished and waxed job well done :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 01 March 2014, 21:10
Washed and hoovered the poor old car for the first time this year. It looks spot on in the sun, but look closely and the lower sides and tailgate are splattered with tar. It made me feel quite dishartend until I looked at everyone elses cars going by.

First clean this year  :shocked:

When I washed mine Monday, could feel loads of tar spots on lower panels, fortunately can't see 'em, but they're there :angry:  Needs a good claying come springtime.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 01 March 2014, 21:20
Moved it out the garage  :grin:
So I could pull the leon in to clean its interior for the first time this year.  :embarrassed:

The plan today due to the rare calm lack of wind weather was to clean the exterior of the 4 cars ive got at home but a freak hail storm then a splash down of rain at midday put pay to that after doing car number 2  :sad:
The Mk6 and Mk1 will have to wait till next weekend  :sad:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 02 March 2014, 08:14

First clean this year  :shocked:


I've been taking the minimal contact approach to the extreme.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: spiderman on 02 March 2014, 08:49

When I washed mine Monday, could feel loads of tar spots on lower panels, fortunately can't see 'em, but they're there :angry:  Needs a good claying come springtime.

WD40 is the best thing i've found for removing tar, spray it on, leave it a few mintues and then rub off the spots, you might need more on the cloth if they are stubborn, but it works better and is much easier than clay. Just have to wash it afterwards and then polish. :cool:

Sandy
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 March 2014, 09:32

WD40 is the best thing i've found for removing tar, spray it on, leave it a few mintues and then rub off the spots, you might need more on the cloth if they are stubborn, but it works better and is much easier than clay. Just have to wash it afterwards and then polish. :cool:

Sandy

Hmm, interesting, never thought of using WD40, normally use Tardis.  I was planning to give it a full going over at Easter, including applications of IronX, Tardis, followed by claying, polishing and waxing, as well as washes in-between the various stages.  Setting aside 2/3 days under cover to do it all.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 02 March 2014, 11:48
Lifted my bonnet to check oil, washers & empty catch can only to find that the foam element of my Revo cone filter had come apart and fell off  :angry:
Made a call to the supplier and another one is on it's way under warranty, so if you've got one of these fitted best keep an eye on it ?

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/388BAF21-16DD-422F-9788-D130DA130120_zpscqblwbpp.jpg) (http://s601.photobucket.com/user/NeilGti/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/388BAF21-16DD-422F-9788-D130DA130120_zpscqblwbpp.jpg.html)
(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/928CBAC5-A44C-4C45-B9CD-FD09DBD58671_zpssuthfvmt.jpg) (http://s601.photobucket.com/user/NeilGti/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/928CBAC5-A44C-4C45-B9CD-FD09DBD58671_zpssuthfvmt.jpg.html)

Ordered a replacement filter last Saturday and it turned up on Tues, turns out that they have had a problem with these and have now changed them, so anyone with the silver end on best keep an eye on them, new design is Black
(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/089DB911-ABF4-43AB-883D-26147C35F6A5_zpsbjzjfg05.jpg) (http://s601.photobucket.com/user/NeilGti/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/089DB911-ABF4-43AB-883D-26147C35F6A5_zpsbjzjfg05.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 02 March 2014, 14:52

WD40 is the best thing i've found for removing tar, spray it on, leave it a few mintues and then rub off the spots, you might need more on the cloth if they are stubborn, but it works better and is much easier than clay. Just have to wash it afterwards and then polish. :cool:

Sandy

Hmm, interesting, never thought of using WD40, normally use Tardis.  I was planning to give it a full going over at Easter, including applications of IronX, Tardis, followed by claying, polishing and waxing, as well as washes in-between the various stages.  Setting aside 2/3 days under cover to do it all.

I've got some GT85 in the garage, I might do a test with that. Both the red Golf and the Passat are in need of a post winter going over. The green Golf will be back from the bodyshop in a couple of weeks, so that will take over the duties of the pampered show and shine car, and with getting the house up together to put on the market, I really don't know when I'm going to find the time.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: spiderman on 02 March 2014, 17:22
Reading this, this morning gave the inspiration to use the nice weather :rolleyes:

So thats mine Washed, de-tarred with dubs 40, winter wheels off, brake calipers cleaned and brakes checked, suspension checked and cleaned up, Monza's back on, pre-wax primer applied, 2 layers of Dodo juice BlueVelvet wax, back to black applied and a final buff up to leave her looking brand new :cool:

It does look good when properly cleaned.

I have also just ordered 4X Yokohama Advan V105S to be fitted friday  :smiley:

Sandy
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 March 2014, 17:29

I've got some GT85 in the garage, I might do a test with that. Both the red Golf and the Passat are in need of a post winter going over. The green Golf will be back from the bodyshop in a couple of weeks, so that will take over the duties of the pampered show and shine car, and with getting the house up together to put on the market, I really don't know when I'm going to find the time.

Yes, finding the time to do all this is the problem, fitting it in around work, family, children etc, is a challenge.  I'll need to take annual leave to do it.  Also, since my partner turned our garage into a gym, I now have to cart the car up to his industrial unit if I want to do anything major that requires it being kept under cover, otherwise it's out on the driveway at the mercy of the elements.  It requires a lot of planning.

Moving to somewhere with a nice long scrunchy gravel driveway?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 March 2014, 17:31
Reading this, this morning gave the inspiration to use the nice weather :rolleyes:

So thats mine Washed, de-tarred with dubs 40, winter wheels off, brake calipers cleaned and brakes checked, suspension checked and cleaned up, Monza's back on, pre-wax primer applied, 2 layers of Dodo juice BlueVelvet wax, back to black applied and a final buff up to leave her looking brand new :cool:

It does look good when properly cleaned.

I have also just ordered 4X Yokohama Advan V105S to be fitted friday  :smiley:

Sandy

Busy day then.   Now yours is all done, fancy a trip south to do mine  :laugh:

+1 on Dodo Juice Blue Velvet wax.  I've been using the Pro version and it's excellent on a black car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 02 March 2014, 18:19
Finally got my Milltek fitted!  (Non-res cat back) :cool:

It's not as loud as I thought it would be, having preiously had a Milltek non-res on my R32, but when you give it some beans  :evil: :evil: The kids love it too ha ha ha!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 02 March 2014, 18:51


Moving to somewhere with a nice long scrunchy gravel driveway?

It would be nice, but something with garaging for 4, space.to park a 7.1m long caraven, and room to build an office would do
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 02 March 2014, 19:14
It would be nice, but something with garaging for 4, space.to park a 7.1m long caraven, and room to build an office would do
You dont ask for much do you  :grin:
Sounds ideal to me. :cool:
Gravel drives are just a pain anyway, the stones stick in your tyre treads and end up pinging down the side of the car or wheel arches. :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 March 2014, 19:53
It would be nice, but something with garaging for 4, space.to park a 7.1m long caraven, and room to build an office would do

Garage needs to be bigger than the house then  :wink:

The house my neighbours just sold (the ones that moved to Shropshire) had pretty much what you've specified.  Just in the wrong county  :grin:


Gravel drives are just a pain anyway, the stones stick in your tyre treads and end up pinging down the side of the car or wheel arches. :wink:

True.  We've got a gravel driveway and though it's bonded, you still end up with stones in every crevice of the wheel arch and tyres.   Mind you, through weekly car cleaning, I've managed to jet wash most of the gravel away!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 02 March 2014, 22:51
(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l54/HIRISC/BendPak4PostLift72-s.jpg) (http://cdn3.volusion.com/o3n9t.dyzs5/v/vspfiles/photos/BendPakHD-9SWX-5T.jpg)

If you ever build a garage consider ~ 12ft ceilings or vaulted ceilings that way in the future you could add a 4 post lift and turn a single garage into a double  :wink: or even a double into a quad...

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 03 March 2014, 08:06
What if the one on top leaked?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 03 March 2014, 18:48
http://www.bendpak.com/blog/new-plastic-drip-trays/
You can get drip trays to fill the gaps between the ramp sections. Also there are channels these fit into that act like gutters if it turns into a torrent...
Been there got the tshirt, had a radiator pipe burst  :grin: No harm done and a totally dry car under the lift.

Was just an idea if like me your short of land footprint size for a large garage.
I would love to just move my 17m x 7m garage I have about a dozen streets away to right next to the house but sadly I dont have the land and can only get planning for an 8m x 8m so need to find other ways to maximise car parking if I go ahead with the idea to move everything to one location.
I would want a lift of some type anyway.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 04 March 2014, 22:02
So ive had my car now for just over 4 months, got nice and comfortable driving it quick for short burst but tonight decided to go for a 'proper drive', and I gotta say what a car!

All of the drive was down country roads in the Cotswolds around the stow area, 39miles with an ave of 14mpg  :grin:, my old down side would be the breaks towards the end of the drive (and did cut it short by about 10 miles to let the breaks cool down), after a long step downhill stretch and a strong smell of burning decided to pull over, smoke bailing off the front and the backs glowing bright red.

Was really happy with how the car held the road only have budget tyres on the front but still held really well, only a slight bit of oversteer at one point but apart from that gripped like glue!

Compared to my normal work drive of a 7.5 ton truck with blue lights (that's so much fun to blast through some red lights and counter steer round a roundabout  :cool:) its even more fun to drive, a bad point from tonight it that I think im gonna be broke when I cant resist a stage 2 remap  :laugh:


Just cos I know you all love pics  :wink:

Smokin front
(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/IMG_2037_zps0d34bc0f.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/IMG_2037_zps0d34bc0f.jpg.html)

Red hot rear
(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/IMG_2036_zps1a457b12.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/IMG_2036_zps1a457b12.jpg.html)

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GTI7me on 04 March 2014, 23:13
Sounds like you had fun pal! In future try to coast round for a while to cool the brakes off. You could end up with warped discs otherwise.

J
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 04 March 2014, 23:21
Yea I stopped for a bit at a shop, then thought should prob get them rolling to cool them down so a slower ish last 10 miles home, people have said about hot spots where the pads hold heat. the bonnet up and ignition on aswell, my car normally sits around 92-96c on the digital temp it was up at 112.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 04 March 2014, 23:48
Went on the dyno today. Remember these are whp.  :evil:

(https://v4s2.yimg.com/so/7393/12933718045_079d8bf577_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/119406035@N07/12933718045/)
image (http://www.flickr.com/photos/119406035@N07/12933718045/) by john.hurditch (http://www.flickr.com/people/119406035@N07/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seanule on 05 March 2014, 19:12
Gave the old gal a clean :)

(http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad360/seanule1991/9D7CBE19-3BFF-44C4-BF82-67EF2CC9420B.jpg) (http://s951.photobucket.com/user/seanule1991/media/9D7CBE19-3BFF-44C4-BF82-67EF2CC9420B.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 06 March 2014, 16:01
Quick detailed it in works car park.  When I parked up this morning it was spotless, come leaving time, it appeared a flock of seagulls (not the 80s pop group) had crapped all over it, every single panel - again!   Looked like someone had chucked a can white paint at it.  :angry:

Also fiddled about with the rcd510 which has developed a few new annoying quirks of late - muting the sound just after ignition is turned on, and randomly altering the volume.  Nearly had a heart attack driving along A2 this afternoon when it jumped to near full volume of it's own accord.

Finally, bought some oil and topped it up.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 07 March 2014, 18:33
Just added Video in Motion to my RNS510  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: spiderman on 08 March 2014, 10:24
4 New Boots :smiley:

(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh7/skuesapprentice/DSC00597.jpg) (http://s252.photobucket.com/user/skuesapprentice/media/DSC00597.jpg.html)

Advan Sport V105's, Looks very similar to the F1's, that has to be a good thing :wink:

Sandy
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 08 March 2014, 11:05
Finally had the weather to spend all day on the car and give it's first proper clean :)

Firstly though fitted my seat inserts that had arrived :)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7318/13007099553_6ca154513b.jpg)

On with the cleaning, car was first snow foamed with Megs Hyper Wash through my mesto foamer, then washed with Megs Gold Class and dried with a Monza drying towel.

Then came decontamination, I spent ages with AG Tar Removing going round the car because it was covered in tar spots!! After this Autofinesse Iron Out was sprayed on but didn't bring out too much:
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3715/13006957905_d482f65fd1.jpg)

Then the car was clayed with Megs clay using Autofiness Glide as lube. Roof wasn't too bad:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7355/13007338084_f85246a041.jpg)

Front bumper a bit worse!:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7426/13007337104_fa60db0af4.jpg)

After the clay she was rinsed off before applying two layers of Collinite 845 followed by two coats of GTechniq C2v3. Exhausts polished with Megs NXT Metal Polish and windows done with AG Fast Glass:
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3178/13007352594_be5237b6f0.jpg)

Reflections:
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3624/13006966725_c98dd89aab.jpg)

Leather was also cleaned with Autofinesse Hide and then conditioned with Raceglaze Leather Balm:
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3595/13006964705_b2c76a480a.jpg)

Nice to have her looking how i want now :D
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 March 2014, 13:14
^^^
Red looks amazing when properly detailed.  Great work seabrook   :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 March 2014, 15:45
Sod all to the car, mowed lawns instead!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mattyj on 08 March 2014, 15:55
Changed the gearbox oil
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 08 March 2014, 16:30
New Semi-slick rubber, updated DSG software and a cool dry day on an airstrip netted me this.....
(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/6080563624974df41d7d38acb566fd68_zps8549e867.jpg) (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/hurdy_album/media/6080563624974df41d7d38acb566fd68_zps8549e867.jpg.html)

and this......this run was slightly downhill though!

(https://v4s2.yimg.com/so/7357/12949432945_f7688053f3_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/119406035@N07/12949432945/)
image (http://www.flickr.com/photos/119406035@N07/12949432945/) by john.hurditch (http://www.flickr.com/people/119406035@N07/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 March 2014, 16:37
New Semi-slick rubber, updated DSG software and a cool dry day on an airstrip netted me this.....
(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/6080563624974df41d7d38acb566fd68_zps8549e867.jpg) (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/hurdy_album/media/6080563624974df41d7d38acb566fd68_zps8549e867.jpg.html)

and this......this run was slightly downhill though!

(https://v4s2.yimg.com/so/7357/12949432945_f7688053f3_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/119406035@N07/12949432945/)
image (http://www.flickr.com/photos/119406035@N07/12949432945/) by john.hurditch (http://www.flickr.com/people/119406035@N07/), on Flickr

Outstanding  :shocked:  you must be really pleased with the results you're already getting.

Where will it all end?  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 08 March 2014, 17:16
Outstanding  :shocked:  you must be really pleased with the results you're already getting.
Where will it all end?  :grin:

Probably 600+bhp, fully built engine and 10's at the strip.  :evil:

Or bankrupcy! :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 08 March 2014, 18:27
Sod all to the car, mowed lawns instead!

I contemplated doing that. Fresh fuel in the mower and it started second time. Good old Honda, I've not even serviced it in 8 or 9 years. It was still a bit dewy, so I went inside and painted some doors instead. The lawns will get done tomorrow all being well.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 March 2014, 21:32
Sod all to the car, mowed lawns instead!

I contemplated doing that. Fresh fuel in the mower and it started second time. Good old Honda, I've not even serviced it in 8 or 9 years. It was still a bit dewy, so I went inside and painted some doors instead. The lawns will get done tomorrow all being well.

Beat you, mine started first time, but it has just been serviced.  You obviously don't show your mower the same devotion you show your cars  :wink:

Back lawns done today, front lawn tommorow.  Monday is car day.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mattyj on 08 March 2014, 21:45
Outstanding  :shocked:  you must be really pleased with the results you're already getting.
Where will it all end?  :grin:

Probably 600+bhp, fully built engine and 10's at the strip.  :evil:

Or bankrupcy! :laugh:

Are you joking? 0-60 in 2.3 seconds?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 March 2014, 21:55
Outstanding  :shocked:  you must be really pleased with the results you're already getting.
Where will it all end?  :grin:

Probably 600+bhp, fully built engine and 10's at the strip.  :evil:

Or bankrupcy! :laugh:

Are you joking? 0-60 in 2.3 seconds?

You need your eyes testing, it's 2.8s.  He's not that good.........yet.  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mattyj on 08 March 2014, 22:09
That still a f**k load faster than mine an thats aerial atom kinda times thats insane!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 08 March 2014, 23:21
Outstanding  :shocked:  you must be really pleased with the results you're already getting.
Where will it all end?  :grin:

Probably 600+bhp, fully built engine and 10's at the strip.  :evil:

Or bankrupcy! :laugh:

Are you joking? 0-60 in 2.3 seconds?

No, 2.8.  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mike. on 09 March 2014, 11:30
No, 2.8.  :smiley:

2.8  :shocked: :shocked: :shocked:

I feel a Golf R coming on  :evil:

That is a Super car in a Golf skin.

Did you upgrade the clutches in the DSG box?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 09 March 2014, 19:41
Checked the oil, topped up,the screen wash. Did plan to give her a wash but didn't quite get round to it! Oh well going out to site this week so would only have got dirty again. Next weekend it is
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 10 March 2014, 11:48
No, 2.8.  :smiley:

2.8  :shocked: :shocked: :shocked:

I feel a Golf R coming on  :evil:

That is a Super car in a Golf skin.

Did you upgrade the clutches in the DSG box?

No need .....yet. I have the updated version of the GIAC stage 3 DSG map which can hold 450lbft. I'm running just under 400lbft, but it holds that to the redline.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 10 March 2014, 13:02
Decided I felt a bit left out not having these... but I do now :D

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/IMG_2055_zps9b1a20b5.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/IMG_2055_zps9b1a20b5.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 10 March 2014, 17:28
Decided I felt a bit left out not having these... but I do now :D

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/IMG_2055_zps9b1a20b5.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/IMG_2055_zps9b1a20b5.jpg.html)

It's a cheap addition that looks awesome and completely oem to me! Really happy with them :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 10 March 2014, 19:42
Made the most of being off on a glorious day and gave her a good clean!  :cool:

(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c148/obbzi/GolfMk6GTIregblank2.jpg) (http://s26.photobucket.com/user/obbzi/media/GolfMk6GTIregblank2.jpg.html)

(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c148/obbzi/GolfGTIregblank.jpg) (http://s26.photobucket.com/user/obbzi/media/GolfGTIregblank.jpg.html)

(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c148/obbzi/GolfMk6GTIregblank3.jpg) (http://s26.photobucket.com/user/obbzi/media/GolfMk6GTIregblank3.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 11 March 2014, 17:25
Gave my car a good clean, polish and wax. Used my new DA machine polisher for the first time and was really pleased with the results; no more swirls! :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 11 March 2014, 18:00
Washed (http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx263/rgaddas/A3B604E2-E7BF-45DD-8B4C-F98A74DF2637_zpspfswpzcv.jpg) (http://s762.photobucket.com/user/rgaddas/media/A3B604E2-E7BF-45DD-8B4C-F98A74DF2637_zpspfswpzcv.jpg.html)

(http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx263/rgaddas/71431AB6-E95E-441A-95CE-4B73A82F18D8_zpsgdrjzgjn.jpg) (http://s762.photobucket.com/user/rgaddas/media/71431AB6-E95E-441A-95CE-4B73A82F18D8_zpsgdrjzgjn.jpg.html)

(http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx263/rgaddas/A006FDC1-9913-4087-B0D3-7D102761554A_zpssdiwplho.jpg) (http://s762.photobucket.com/user/rgaddas/media/A006FDC1-9913-4087-B0D3-7D102761554A_zpssdiwplho.jpg.html)

Sorry for crappy iphone pics
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 11 March 2014, 19:39
Washed

(http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx263/rgaddas/A006FDC1-9913-4087-B0D3-7D102761554A_zpssdiwplho.jpg) (http://s762.photobucket.com/user/rgaddas/media/A006FDC1-9913-4087-B0D3-7D102761554A_zpssdiwplho.jpg.html)

Sorry for crappy iphone pics

Love those wheels in the third picture  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 11 March 2014, 21:00
(http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx263/rgaddas/71431AB6-E95E-441A-95CE-4B73A82F18D8_zpsgdrjzgjn.jpg) (http://s762.photobucket.com/user/rgaddas/media/71431AB6-E95E-441A-95CE-4B73A82F18D8_zpsgdrjzgjn.jpg.html)


I never know why people to choose to tape around lights and rear glass. Unless your using a heavy cutting compound I machine polish the rear lights and rear glass with every else. I only ever tape rubber seals, or plastic trim.

Also, why is the exhaust taped?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 11 March 2014, 21:08
It was taped for machine polisher, didn't want to get any polish on the black trim or rubber as its a pig to get off. There's no tape on exhaust just metal cleaner left on to do its business.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 11 March 2014, 21:37
Sat in traffic for ages, getting fed up with my radio turning on and off on its own, to get home to find the gf's dog that's sitting in the front footwell has thrown up in my car, 1st and last time the dog goes in the car!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 13 March 2014, 14:33
Took my car to the dealer to show them the start of the dreaded whiteworm on 2 of my wheels. They took photos of the wheels and I'm waiting for them to get back to me, hopefully with some good news that they'll be replaced under warranty.

Oh, and I saw an indicated 66 mpg for the journey to the dealer's and back; a round trip of about 50 miles.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jonny_D_1987 on 13 March 2014, 19:25
Fixed yet another rattle.....
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 13 March 2014, 20:02
Went to pick up my car that had been at the dealers getting the waste gate rattle and a coolant sensor problem fixed only to turn the car on and get the warning message: 'Oil Sensor, Workshop!'. Get the feeling they've disturbed something while it was in today  :angry:. So it's staying with them for another day and I have another day in a 1.2 Polo :(
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 14 March 2014, 14:42
Placed and order for some new wheels for track days later this year and sourced some used 888's :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Peter W on 16 March 2014, 08:15
I was happy to clean off a lot of the winter grime, the car will get a bigger detail as the weather improves but a good clean was much needed. Also fitted some seat placards that have been waiting since xmas.

(http://i1319.photobucket.com/albums/t678/violator-doa/IMG_1266_zps78dacf08.jpg) (http://s1319.photobucket.com/user/violator-doa/media/IMG_1266_zps78dacf08.jpg.html)

(http://i1319.photobucket.com/albums/t678/violator-doa/IMG_1269_zpsd4b32247.jpg) (http://s1319.photobucket.com/user/violator-doa/media/IMG_1269_zpsd4b32247.jpg.html)

(http://i1319.photobucket.com/albums/t678/violator-doa/IMG_1271_zps79b372dc.jpg) (http://s1319.photobucket.com/user/violator-doa/media/IMG_1271_zps79b372dc.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 17 March 2014, 09:21
Taking car in for its first service hope it comes out unscathed  :laugh:.  Peter W very nice edition 35
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 17 March 2014, 17:35
Just picked the gti up from service they know I'm fussy so they did a good job of cleaning it as well courtesy car was a cc so that was nice as well good job all round many thanks kettering vdub :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Beddie on 17 March 2014, 20:59
Washed it and took the winter wheels off, forgotten how much I love the Watkins Glens!  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 18 March 2014, 13:42
Got complimented on it. 

Had a site meeting with a chap today at work and as we were walked back to our cars, he saw mine and commented on how great it was and how he'd always loved the GTI but never owned one.  Told me he was picking up a new mk7 GT 1.4 TSI next week.  Said he’d thought about test driving the GTI but resisted it as he knew it would make his decision harder as he is aiming for something more economical this time, having formerly had a 911 - that’ll be a bit of a change for him.  Told him I was going the other way and going for the R next  :grin:
Spent about 15 minutes discussing work and the rest of the hour chatting about cars.  Always nice to meet a fellow enthusiast who appreciates a nice car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 19 March 2014, 20:47
I was on site today too, when leaving this afternoon went over a raised table on the road and grounded the front bumper as I drove off it  :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 19 March 2014, 21:29
I was on site today too, when leaving this afternoon went over a raised table on the road and grounded the front bumper as I drove off it  :sad:

Oops!  Any damage?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 20 March 2014, 10:05
swapped to R8 coilpacks. Look good and still runs well. :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 20 March 2014, 21:40
Don't think so booth. Just scuffed underside of front splitter. To be fair it's not the first time it's happened. Scuffed it in a multi storey car park and on a few kerbs when parking before!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 21 March 2014, 15:58
Took it for its 4th year service.  Worried about it all day  :embarrassed:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hartside on 21 March 2014, 16:34
Took it for its 4th year service.  Worried about it all day  :embarrassed:

Mines due in 3 months. How much am I looking at Snoopy?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 21 March 2014, 17:01
Cost £299 including the MOT from Benfield.

Engine oil, oil filter, air filter, pollen filter, and spark plugs.

1K0 129 620 D    AIR FILTER
N 908 132 02       SCREW
G 052 164 M2      CLEANER
1K2 819 653 B      POLLENFILT
06J 115 403 Q      OIL FILTER
06H 905 621         SPARK PLUGS x4
LL0001                    LONGLIFE OIL UNIT x4.75

M.O.T test.

Thats the list of parts on the bill.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AndyWard on 21 March 2014, 21:15
Cleaned the shiny steering wheel, gentle use of magic eraser works a treat.

Normal leather cleaner not cutting it, so magic eraser followed by a small amount of leather conditioner.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hartside on 23 March 2014, 23:48
Winters off my Golf and the wife's Swift Sport. Nice to be back on summer tyres again
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: carlt69 on 24 March 2014, 13:48
I had someone drive into mine and scuff my bumper this morning  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mike. on 24 March 2014, 14:56
Winters off my Golf and the wife's Swift Sport. Nice to be back on summer tyres again

As we seem to have a similar garage :laugh:  what winters do you run on the Swift Sport ?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 March 2014, 16:16
I had someone drive into mine and scuff my bumper this morning  :cry:

Feel for you. Wondering if someone's gone into the back of mine when parked.

Cleaning it today, noticed a slight kink right on the edge of the inverse crease of the number plate recess.  Noticed the light was reflecting differently off it and saw the damage. Also, above it, on the edge of the bumper there are 2 little crinkles in the paint.  Neither were there last week.

Also realised that what I thought was an arc of dirt left by the front wiper blade, is actually a big scratch. Looks like a bit of grit must have got trapped between the blade and the glass. It's on passenger half of screen but noticeable nonetheless, especially when the sunlight catches it. :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Peter W on 24 March 2014, 17:58
Gutted for you... I just hate that when people just don't care about the impact of their poor driving skills and carelessness on your pride and joy ! You like me can spot an imperfection from normal state at 50 paces.

I had someone drive into mine and scuff my bumper this morning  :cry:

Feel for you. Wondering if someone's gone into the back of mine when parked.

Cleaning it today, noticed a slight kink right on the edge of the inverse crease of the number plate recess.  Noticed the light was reflecting differently off it and saw the damage. Also, above it, on the edge of the bumper there are 2 little crinkles in the paint.  Neither were there last week.

Also realised that what I thought was an arc of dirt left by the front wiper blade, is actually a big scratch. Looks like a bit of grit must have got trapped between the blade and the glass. It's on passenger half of screen but noticeable nonetheless, especially when the sunlight catches it. :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hartside on 24 March 2014, 18:05
Winters off my Golf and the wife's Swift Sport. Nice to be back on summer tyres again

As we seem to have a similar garage :laugh:  what winters do you run on the Swift Sport ?

HI Mike, I use Hankook Winter I'cept W310 as finding a tyre the right size was difficult at the right load rating. Bought Suzuki steel rims and fitted 195x50 R16 as per Suzuki recommendation
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 24 March 2014, 19:37
I had someone drive into mine and scuff my bumper this morning  :cry:

Also realised that what I thought was an arc of dirt left by the front wiper blade, is actually a big scratch. Looks like a bit of grit must have got trapped between the blade and the glass. It's on passenger half of screen but noticeable nonetheless, especially when the sunlight catches it. :cry:

I have one of these scratches also on the Passenger side, a new windscreen would be nice but then i worry about the risks with that like it not sealing properly... Not to mention the cost.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 March 2014, 20:27
I had someone drive into mine and scuff my bumper this morning  :cry:

Also realised that what I thought was an arc of dirt left by the front wiper blade, is actually a big scratch. Looks like a bit of grit must have got trapped between the blade and the glass. It's on passenger half of screen but noticeable nonetheless, especially when the sunlight catches it. :cry:

I have one of these scratches also on the Passenger side, a new windscreen would be nice but then i worry about the risks with that like it not sealing properly... Not to mention the cost.

Yeah, I feel the same but more so about it affecting the function of rain/light sensor after replacement.  Just gonna leave it for the moment.  Hopefully will stop noticing it after a while.

Strangely, my partner arrived home tonight with a massive crack across his van windscreen.  Some unknown object had fallen onto it from above as he was driving today.  Replacement job.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 28 March 2014, 20:10
Just spent ages cleaning a spilt KFC milkshake off the back seat.  All over the back seat, all over the floor. :angry:  Bloody kids!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mattyj on 28 March 2014, 20:13
Found the rear wash wiper pipe sheared so screen wash going into boot lovely :-)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 29 March 2014, 21:33
Just spent ages cleaning a spilt KFC milkshake off the back seat.  All over the back seat, all over the floor. :angry:  Bloody kids!

I was out in mine with my wife and son last weekend, my wife suggested we go through McDonalds drive through and get the little man a McFlurry... It was a tense time but he didn't spill any (he's four), probably more luck than judgement  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: adey1 on 30 March 2014, 13:45
just fitted a rns 315 and hands free mic, gave it the first wash from me, and put some wynns diesel clean 3 in the tank 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 30 March 2014, 23:40
Gave her a quick wash, Gtechniq C2v3 holding up really well  :smiley:

Ordered some new boots for her. Four Goodyear Eagle F1 Assymetric 2s from Camskill for £89.99 each to be fitted when my Monzas are refurbed next month.

Also took advantage of Auto Finesse's 20% off code 'BIGDEAL' which ends at midnight to order-
Auto Finesse detailing bag
2 Tyre and trim applicators
500ml of Revive
and some Total2 interior spray

Too much money spent for one day, roll on tomorrow  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 31 March 2014, 15:46
Some bastard nicked my wind deflectors!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 31 March 2014, 15:50
Some fatherless son nicked my wind deflectors!!

 :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 31 March 2014, 18:55
Washed the car yesterday and fitted these bad boys at lunch time... gotta hate them but there there to serve a purpose

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/IMG_2129_zps035846f7.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/IMG_2129_zps035846f7.jpg.html)

Then come out a few hours later to find the light rain had covered the car in dust and made me think was spending 2 1/2 hours of my weekend cleaning worth it??

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/IMG_2130_zps2e281348.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/IMG_2130_zps2e281348.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 31 March 2014, 19:26
^^^
Nice job.  Is that carbon wrap on your roof? looks good.

Yeah mine's covered in the same sandy dust.  I usually wash mine on a Monday but couldn't be arsed today.  Glad I didn't bother now as more dusty rain today.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 31 March 2014, 20:53
Yea it was done before I got the car and I love it to bits think the black on white looks really good
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 01 April 2014, 00:23
http://metro.co.uk/2014/03/31/why-was-there-red-dust-on-everyones-cars-this-morning-4683903/?ITO=facebook
Is the dust
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 01 April 2014, 09:27
Not to be outdone on the Saharan dust front :grin:

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3796/13556139744_c3bd7c24b0_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/100316034@N05/13556139744/)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7416/13555932443_74aeaa8c63_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/100316034@N05/13555932443/)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 01 April 2014, 10:01
With more dust on the way not much point in washing the car until then weekend
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 01 April 2014, 16:05
Just had it remapped by carbon chiptuning. Must say, Nick is a really nice guy, took me through everything he was doing and really polite. Really pleased with the end result, came out the car from the test drive with a massive smile on my face. Wasn't used to it at first and was getting wheel spin even in 3rd gear! so much torque and so linear you'd forget you're driving a diesel almost

Jay
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: elephantjuice on 02 April 2014, 18:46
Updated the firmware on the MDI (exciting, I know) so no more jumbled track names.  Sometimes the little  things make a difference  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 April 2014, 19:10
Updated the firmware on the MDI (exciting, I know) so no more jumbled track names.  Sometimes the little  things make a difference  :whistle:

Did you manage to sort your Bluetooth audio streaming problem?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: elephantjuice on 02 April 2014, 19:34
Unfortunately not.  From what I've read I'm fairly certain it's firmware related. It's not something that bothers me too much (as I'll use the MDI to stream audio instead of BT anyway) but would be nice to have it working.

Getting speakers installed at the weekend and the chap I spoke with sounded fairly knowledgable so will ask his opinion.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 04 April 2014, 19:07
Gave it a good clean to get rid of the Sahara dust. Then took it to the dealers to get the 2 wheels that were suffering from whiteworm replaced. So far so good, but..................the service manager inspected the new wheels after they were fitted and noticed the were both damaged  :angry:, so they're ordering 2 more!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 04 April 2014, 22:32
All washed this evening and tucked away in the garage ready for having the brakes painted this weekend.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 05 April 2014, 22:31
Gave her a clean and treated her to a tank full of shell v power nitro plus...time will tell if it makes any difference
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 06 April 2014, 09:05
All washed this evening and tucked away in the garage ready for having the brakes painted this weekend.

Second coatings the calipers today.  Also got the adhesive off the wheels from previous weights, it was a friggin nightmare!  Feel like my thumb nail is gonna fall off now  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 06 April 2014, 11:19
Gave the inside a thorough clean and hoover, now it's started raining. :angry:  Will have to wait till tommorow to wash the Sahara off it - dirtiest it's ever been.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 06 April 2014, 15:19
Been to GTI spring fest today, got best time of 14.83 at 93mph not bad for a standard car with only a cat back (that makes no difference)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 06 April 2014, 18:27
Gave her a clean and treated her to a tank full of shell v power nitro plus...time will tell if it makes any difference

I'm in the middle of this experiment too. Vpower nitro plus got me 403miles on 49.19litres which equates to 450.6miles on a full tank of 55litres and 0.1658p/mile. Car has a tank of 95 in at the min before I run the test again on the next tank of 95.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: POOBUG on 06 April 2014, 20:16
Gave it a polish.  :smiley:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v477/poobug/BAFB083E-AEFB-4303-A7FC-AC48BA891009_zps24rq7deh.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/poobug/media/BAFB083E-AEFB-4303-A7FC-AC48BA891009_zps24rq7deh.jpg.html)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v477/poobug/9C4A39C5-EAE5-4EE9-8A4A-7275091143A9_zpsqcxxceit.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/poobug/media/9C4A39C5-EAE5-4EE9-8A4A-7275091143A9_zpsqcxxceit.jpg.html)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v477/poobug/559C96EE-B6DA-4568-870B-39EE6866B7A6_zps2evhnahd.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/poobug/media/559C96EE-B6DA-4568-870B-39EE6866B7A6_zps2evhnahd.jpg.html)

cheers,

Chris.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 06 April 2014, 20:20
Yea I think ill get about the same, taking it easy on the way to santa pod ave 44mpg, foot down on the way back 24mpg, half a tank 200 miles. when getting my foot down on the way back I don't think there was much in it compared with normal fuel, maybe after a remap it might be more noticeable

Best slips of the day for me  :grin:

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/Scan0004_zps60078a98.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/Scan0004_zps60078a98.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 14 April 2014, 23:31
15k miles up today.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 15 April 2014, 08:16
Swapped the RCD510 for an RNS510.

I just need to get it coded now to get it to talk to the DIS. It's booked in for Thursday.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 15 April 2014, 09:58
15k miles up today.
mine has got just over 6  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 15 April 2014, 10:08
15k miles up today.
mine has got just over 6  :smiley:

No need to gloat  :grin:

Is yours a 12 or 62 plate?  Mines a 62 plate and 10k a year is pretty average.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 15 April 2014, 11:38
New best times. :cool:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/f9c7dc9e67a6d3d408910be3cda264de_zpsac107098.jpg)

Flame vid.....turn up the sound!  :evil:

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/20140224_193257_zpso77a6wbp.mp4
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 15 April 2014, 11:48
15k miles up today.
mine has got just over 6  :smiley:

No need to gloat  :grin:

Is yours a 12 or 62 plate?  Mines a 62 plate and 10k a year is pretty average.
62 plate booth  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: epsamm on 15 April 2014, 12:16
Gone to main dealer to fix the broken bonnet lever
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: virginVWman on 15 April 2014, 14:07
New best times. :cool:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/f9c7dc9e67a6d3d408910be3cda264de_zpsac107098.jpg)

Flame vid.....turn up the sound!  :evil:

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/20140224_193257_zpso77a6wbp.mp4

Lol 2.9...ffs that is MENTAL!!!!!!! Need a video on you tube from a standing start or vs a standard R
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Peter W on 16 April 2014, 12:49

I took my 35 to a local Audi specialist as VW were a little confused by my request. The guys at www.fontain.co.uk knew what needed doing. They activated digital speedo in MFD but were unable to activate needle sweep. They initially said there would be a charge but after completing the job, they declined payment as it was so quick to do. Gave them some beer tokens and went away happy.

(http://i1319.photobucket.com/albums/t678/violator-doa/IMG_1344_zps0d66a2e4.jpg) (http://s1319.photobucket.com/user/violator-doa/media/IMG_1344_zps0d66a2e4.jpg.html)

(http://i1319.photobucket.com/albums/t678/violator-doa/IMG_1336_zpsac084cdf.jpg) (http://s1319.photobucket.com/user/violator-doa/media/IMG_1336_zpsac084cdf.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 16 April 2014, 13:41

I took my 35 to a local Audi specialist as VW were a little confused by my request. The guys at www.fontain.co.uk knew what needed doing. They activated digital speedo in MFD but were unable to activate needle sweep. They initially said there would be a charge but after completing the job, they declined payment as it was so quick to do. Gave them some beer tokens and went away happy.

(http://i1319.photobucket.com/albums/t678/violator-doa/IMG_1344_zps0d66a2e4.jpg) (http://s1319.photobucket.com/user/violator-doa/media/IMG_1344_zps0d66a2e4.jpg.html)please don't tell me that trip reading isn't to a tank of fuel lol

(http://i1319.photobucket.com/albums/t678/violator-doa/IMG_1336_zpsac084cdf.jpg) (http://s1319.photobucket.com/user/violator-doa/media/IMG_1336_zpsac084cdf.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: epsamm on 16 April 2014, 14:47
Wheels and coilovers went on

AP coilovers, fronts are most of the way down and rear adjusters are out

(http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y242/SamSSC/GTD/20140416_140931_zpsunmt51zg.jpg) (http://s6.photobucket.com/user/SamSSC/media/GTD/20140416_140931_zpsunmt51zg.jpg.html)
(http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y242/SamSSC/GTD/20140416_140904_zpswxl9rqsc.jpg) (http://s6.photobucket.com/user/SamSSC/media/GTD/20140416_140904_zpswxl9rqsc.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: epsamm on 16 April 2014, 18:23
Busy busy

Done the gti grill and drl headlights

(http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y242/SamSSC/GTD/20140416_174559_zpsdqpfuh65.jpg) (http://s6.photobucket.com/user/SamSSC/media/GTD/20140416_174559_zpsdqpfuh65.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 16 April 2014, 20:11
Busy busy

Done the gti grill and drl headlights

(http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y242/SamSSC/GTD/20140416_174559_zpsdqpfuh65.jpg) (http://s6.photobucket.com/user/SamSSC/media/GTD/20140416_174559_zpsdqpfuh65.jpg.html)

Car looks nice but why did you not just buy a GTI in the first place?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: epsamm on 16 April 2014, 20:15
30 miles each way to work else I would have!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 16 April 2014, 20:21
Fair enough.  I personally never quite get why someone wants to make their car appear to be something it isn't.  Your choice though, and lights and wheels look great.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: epsamm on 16 April 2014, 20:24
the grill's only an interim solution

im of on holiday friday but when i come back the GTD badge will be grafted onto the gti grill

i was originally going to plastidip the original grill but got the gti one for £20
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 16 April 2014, 20:33
So you'll have a GTD badge on a GTI grill with the red stripes, which of course are synonmous with GTIs  :huh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: epsamm on 16 April 2014, 20:51
Very true,  but my reasoning was to have the red of the grill work with the body colour

I understand its not to everyones taste but that makes us individuals
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 16 April 2014, 22:30
Pulled up at one of our customers site today in the city center (Bradford) and low and behold my old car was parked behind mine, which is strange as i sold my old car in Hull.

Looks like the new owner is doing a shocking job keeping it clean, the lower bumper is disgusting  :sick:

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_1328_zpse144c364.jpg)

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 17 April 2014, 22:17
I don't understand why ppl try and make a car look like something it isn't. Just but a gti in the first place. It will save tou money in the long run!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 18 April 2014, 15:36
I don't understand why ppl try and make a car look like something it isn't. Just but a gti in the first place. It will save tou money in the long run!

But you can't but a GTI with a diesel engine.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 18 April 2014, 20:37
epsamm, that'll look good when the GTD is in its right place - the red stripes will work well. Any other colour and it would've been wrong but on red  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Peter W on 20 April 2014, 23:06
I took the Golf to Silverstone for the WEC. We found the Golf's big bad uncles there...

(http://i1319.photobucket.com/albums/t678/violator-doa/VW%20Golf%20GTI%2035%20Edition/imagejpg18_zps33fb1393.jpg) (http://s1319.photobucket.com/user/violator-doa/media/VW%20Golf%20GTI%2035%20Edition/imagejpg18_zps33fb1393.jpg.html)

(http://i1319.photobucket.com/albums/t678/violator-doa/Silverstone/imagejpg15_zpsca2d0b0b.jpg) (http://s1319.photobucket.com/user/violator-doa/media/Silverstone/imagejpg15_zpsca2d0b0b.jpg.html)

(http://i1319.photobucket.com/albums/t678/violator-doa/Silverstone/imagejpg14_zps8c60ac32.jpg) (http://s1319.photobucket.com/user/violator-doa/media/Silverstone/imagejpg14_zps8c60ac32.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 21 April 2014, 16:09
Well, over the last week or so I have been logging loads of data to see where the car is and how it is running.

Fuelling - Spot on from both in-gear pulls and launch through to warp speed.
Boost - Gradually been logging and tweaking up the boost. Car runs well at 28psi  :lipsrsealed: no surge or fluttering like a K04, just a pure strong pull towards the next gear.
Timing - Very little timing pull and even on my highest setting the timing pull is currently under -5.

With the VBox I have managed to run unofficial 11.2@123mph repeatedly, so I am hopeful the next trip to my official 1/4 mile raceway should reap a similar time/speed.

Also with the VBox my 0-60's are consistently 3 seconds flat or just under (depending on how clean the launch is) and 0-100 varies between 6.9 and 7.2 (again depending on launch).

100-200kph varies between 7.8 - 8.1 seconds
30-130mph varies between 10.9 - 11.2 seconds

All-in-all I am awe struck by just how quick the R is, not to mention how well the engine and gearbox (DSG) are holding up.

The DSG box still doesn't have a sniff of clutch slip on GIAC's newly revised stage 3 map, which is a solid testament to just how good their map is for this.
Similarly GIAC's stage 3 BT map works very well too.

And to get an Easter quote in....."I am one very happy bunny!"   :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AK-500 on 24 April 2014, 20:27
Changed Front and back emblems.

(http://s22.postimg.org/68zpyyxf5/CB1.jpg)
(http://s29.postimg.org/ab4jzhqg7/CB2.jpg)
(http://s23.postimg.org/ieamx4z3v/CB3.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 24 April 2014, 20:58
Booked her in next week for a few more mods, cos it's been a while  :grin:
Should keep me entertained until the R400 comes out, if it comes out  :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 24 April 2014, 22:29
Put £30 a fuel in for a drive down to Plymouth tomorrow but decided id have a quick spin on the back roads on the way back from the petrol station.... little detour and 60 miles later at 14.1mpg guess im back to petrol station before I leave tomorrow :grin:

Will also need to get the back end up in the air before going tomorrow as ive noticed the exhaust has got very loud over the last week.. think it might be blowing from somewhere  :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 25 April 2014, 21:14
Dropped my Monza's off at Pristine for refurbing and they're gonna fit 4 new Eagle F1A2s while they're in :) Currently running on these which were in the garage after being taken off an old Audi A6. Not a fan personally and can't wait to get my Monzas back.

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7017/14011289234_64632cb85e_c.jpg)

They'll be getting Gtechniq C5 treatment when they're back followed with a few coats of Fk1000p and I'll see if I can care for them a little better than the previous owner.

Car is also booked in at Letchworth VW on Wednesday for DSG service and brake fluid change.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mwad gti on 26 April 2014, 09:08
Done a full detail which has taken me 14 hours. Live the dream lol
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mwad gti on 26 April 2014, 12:23
Also fitted new " GTi " mats
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: p3asa on 26 April 2014, 17:22
They look fantastic. Did you wrap them yourself?

Changed Front and back emblems.

(http://s22.postimg.org/68zpyyxf5/CB1.jpg)

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 26 April 2014, 19:05
Changed Front and back emblems.

(http://s22.postimg.org/68zpyyxf5/CB1.jpg)
(http://s29.postimg.org/ab4jzhqg7/CB2.jpg)
(http://s23.postimg.org/ieamx4z3v/CB3.jpg)

you got a link where u got these?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 26 April 2014, 19:52
Not a fan myself. Look a bit tacky imo
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AK-500 on 26 April 2014, 22:02
They look fantastic. Did you wrap them yourself?

Thanks, No, Bought them ready.

you got a link where u got these?

Got them on ebay from a UK seller
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/161268366144?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649


Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 26 April 2014, 22:07
Can take or leave CF, but I like these, especially the rear one on black background.  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 30 April 2014, 19:32
Car went in for it's 40k DSG service and brake fluid change today at Lancaster Letchworth. Very pleased with the service I got, they didn't wash the car like I requested and the major plus is that they didn't break the car like Ridgeway Oxford Kidlington did!  :tongue:

Monzas should be back from Pristine tomorrow. Look forward to seeing the results! :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 02 May 2014, 15:36
Collected my refurbed Monzas from Pristine yesterday and spent today getting them protected ready to go back on the car tomorrow. Bit overkill with an application of Gtechniq C5 followed by 2 layers of Fk1000p then two coats of Gtechniq C2v3.

Before refurb pics:
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7393/13902454780_fc75955045_b.jpg)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7325/13902449017_5e213f3dd6_b.jpg)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7378/13902448267_9d9e3d150c_b.jpg)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7304/14109127843_ee5ca5e4e8_b.jpg)
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5102/14089043865_0b7e0da040_b.jpg)

Afters:
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5118/13902450840_6166140b23_b.jpg)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7401/14089041735_bed8db002d_b.jpg)
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5186/14109124373_b6a1ed2787_b.jpg)
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5077/14085917062_1edca15d7f_b.jpg)
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2933/13902429499_2e24d1d85f_b.jpg)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7375/14089038015_a909794723_b.jpg)
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2935/13902444890_3306d9e6e4_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 02 May 2014, 17:35
Look nice mate, I take it you went for paint over diamond cut?

What color is it, Silver or hyper silver?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 02 May 2014, 18:41
They are diamond cut, just really rubbish iPhone pics and thicker lacquer to protect against the whiteworm :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dereks on 02 May 2014, 19:04
They are diamond cut, just really rubbish iPhone pics and thicker lacquer to protect against the whiteworm :)

How much was it? Around £400?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 02 May 2014, 19:33
£360 altogether which includes tyres on and off.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 02 May 2014, 19:40
Gd price. Mine were done b4 I bought the car and cost £500!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 02 May 2014, 19:49
Looks like they have a hell of a lot of weight on them to balance them out. Are they genuine?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 02 May 2014, 20:02
Yeah the weights are slightly annoying, may have to paint them, but the wheels are genuine VW made by Ronal.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 02 May 2014, 20:04
Gd price. Mine were done b4 I bought the car and cost £500!

Where were those done?  :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 02 May 2014, 21:41
Found an engine warning light looking at me :(
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 03 May 2014, 11:29
Fitted the wheels this morning :)

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5239/14095462714_b54b7c0679_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 03 May 2014, 14:43
Parked it up in car park and returned to find a small ding in the passenger door.  PDR should sort it but s0dding annoying.  This came 10 mins after I got a call from the vet to say my cat has to be put down - what a crap day  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 03 May 2014, 14:52
Sorry to hear Rebecca  :sad: It must be a low day on the rollercoaster of life. However remember there's another peak right around the corner.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 03 May 2014, 16:42
Parked it up in car park and returned to find a small ding in the passenger door.  PDR should sort it but s0dding annoying.  This came 10 mins after I got a call from the vet to say my cat has to be put down - what a crap day  :cry:
sorry to hear booth  :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mwad gti on 03 May 2014, 16:59
Parked it up in car park and returned to find a small ding in the passenger door.  PDR should sort it but s0dding annoying.  This came 10 mins after I got a call from the vet to say my cat has to be put down - what a crap day  :cry:
sorry to hear booth  :sad:

And from me
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 03 May 2014, 17:08
Sorry to hear Rebecca  :sad: It must be a low day on the rollercoaster of life. However remember there's another peak right around the corner.

Thanks Daniel, for your kind words  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 03 May 2014, 17:11
sorry to hear booth  :sad:

And from me

Thanks charlie and mwad  :smiley:

Rebecca
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 03 May 2014, 19:15
Parked it up in car park and returned to find a small ding in the passenger door.  PDR should sort it but s0dding annoying.  This came 10 mins after I got a call from the vet to say my cat has to be put down - what a crap day  :cry:

That sucks mate, I remember when we got the call to say our girl had cancer and I cried like a baby for hours!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 03 May 2014, 20:07
Parked it up in car park and returned to find a small ding in the passenger door.  PDR should sort it but s0dding annoying.  This came 10 mins after I got a call from the vet to say my cat has to be put down - what a crap day  :cry:

That sucks mate, I remember when we got the call to say our girl had cancer and I cried like a baby for hours!

It's the worst part of having pets.  They think she had a stroke, totally fine one minute and paralysed in both hind legs the next.  Got transferred to specialist vet clinic in Woking for MRI, but there is little hope of recovering any movement.  Hardest part is that, aside from the paralysis, she's ok.  We're going up to collect her, then our vet will do the necessary at home  :sad:  She was a rescue cat with a traumatic past so it's some comfort that her last few years with us were good ones.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 03 May 2014, 22:59
Thanks Daniel, for your kind words  :smiley:

As well as the Golf I also have a cat that is ten years old, would hate to have anything happen to either!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 04 May 2014, 09:26
I believe that animals have a much different outlook to us. Their instinct is to survive, but if they know that they are no longer fit enough to hunt and feed themselves, they will go and hide themselves away to be on their own. Hard as it may seem, you are helping you cat to do what she want's to do naturally.

We had a cat that got hit by a car years ago. Her back legs were a right mess and we found her dragging herself into the bushes. We took her straight to the vet and there was really only one thing for him to do.  :sad:

I know it's early days, but if you are thinking of another rescue cat, I can put you in touch with my wife's step mum. She lives near Brenzett and helps at the Cats Protection somewhere down there. They are always looking out for good homes.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 04 May 2014, 15:42
Just had cruise control fitted and coded and put the roof bars on ready for the mountain biking and camping season.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 04 May 2014, 17:55
I believe that animals have a much different outlook to us. Their instinct is to survive, but if they know that they are no longer fit enough to hunt and feed themselves, they will go and hide themselves away to be on their own. Hard as it may seem, you are helping you cat to do what she want's to do naturally.

We had a cat that got hit by a car years ago. Her back legs were a right mess and we found her dragging herself into the bushes. We took her straight to the vet and there was really only one thing for him to do.  :sad:

I know it's early days, but if you are thinking of another rescue cat, I can put you in touch with my wife's step mum. She lives near Brenzett and helps at the Cats Protection somewhere down there. They are always looking out for good homes.

I agree.  Animals are driven by that instinct to survive and be healthy, when it happened she had dragged herself and hidden behind the curtain.  Sad as it is, we have no qualms about euthanasia being the only option, she has no use of her back legs and cannot toilet herself.  She will be discharged to us on Tues (it being a bank holiday) and will be put to sleep in familiar home surroundings.  We drove up to Woking to visit her today and she's not the same cat at all.

Dubber, thank you for the rescue suggestion, I appreciate it, it's never to early to get another one.  In fact she was one of three rescue cats we got a few years ago after losing previous cats through illness, old age and road accident.  However, we still have another 3 rescue cats plus a stray that has partially moved in.  That's enough for now  :smiley:

On a more relevant note, the car has been racking up the miles between Kent and Surrey and for the first time ever the long term mpg hit 40.  Give it a couple days driving round the congested roads of Canterbury and it'll be back down to 28mpg  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 06 May 2014, 13:55
Sorry to hear Rebecca  :sad: It must be a low day on the rollercoaster of life. However remember there's another peak right around the corner.

Seabrook looks like you were right about another peak around the corner.......  :smiley:

Just as the axe was about to fall on my little cat, she has started to regain movement in her legs.  It's early days but we are caustiously encouraged.  Very happy to cancel today's planned euthanaisa.   

Back to topic - done nothing to the car except driven it lots, it's filthy, no time to clean it and spending a small fortune on petrol due to all the commutes to vet clinic.   
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 06 May 2014, 14:58
Sorry to hear Rebecca  :sad: It must be a low day on the rollercoaster of life. However remember there's another peak right around the corner.

Seabrook looks like you were right about another peak around the corner.......  :smiley:

Just as the axe was about to fall on my little cat, she has started to regain movement in her legs.  It's early days but we are caustiously encouraged.  Very happy to cancel today's planned euthanaisa.   

Back to topic - done nothing to the car except driven it lots, it's filthy, no time to clean it and spending a small fortune on petrol due to all the commutes to vet clinic.
don't need to say anything just add  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dereks on 06 May 2014, 16:31
car in for a service today, bit concerning that after nearly 5 years it's still on its original set of plugs and air filter.

also looks like the brake fluid has never been changed :angry:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 06 May 2014, 16:50
Had these fitted today  :smiley:

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/2014-04/E359D32B-F8E9-4F37-9D4E-71AE395DA0C5_zpsiaxuojg1.jpg) (http://s601.photobucket.com/user/NeilGti/media/2014-04/E359D32B-F8E9-4F37-9D4E-71AE395DA0C5_zpsiaxuojg1.jpg.html)

As well as a Wavetrac Diff
Renewed all Engine Mounts to Revo ones
S3 bearings and Superpro ball joints,
Pick it up Tommorow, and just need to try n get to Statlers for a DSG map this week,
Ready to stretch its legs next Monday at Silverstone  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 06 May 2014, 17:13
Sorry to hear Rebecca  :sad: It must be a low day on the rollercoaster of life. However remember there's another peak right around the corner.

Seabrook looks like you were right about another peak around the corner.......  :smiley:

Just as the axe was about to fall on my little cat, she has started to regain movement in her legs.  It's early days but we are caustiously encouraged.  Very happy to cancel today's planned euthanaisa.   

Back to topic - done nothing to the car except driven it lots, it's filthy, no time to clean it and spending a small fortune on petrol due to all the commutes to vet clinic.

Good to hear some positive news. We all hope it continues on upwards :)

Knowing the standard of your car it won't be filthy for long I bet ;)

Dan
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 06 May 2014, 17:15
Nice neil where'd you get them from? I keep waiting for the vagrbremtechnic website to go live but looks like its delayed another month
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 06 May 2014, 17:35
Nice neil where'd you get them from? I keep waiting for the vagrbremtechnic website to go live but looks like its delayed another month

Best giving Dave a call direct pal, he's a busy man  :grin:
But got these to me on next day delivery,
I've got his mobile no: if you need it  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 06 May 2014, 19:14
Nice neil where'd you get them from? I keep waiting for the vagrbremtechnic website to go live but looks like its delayed another month

Best giving Dave a call direct pal, he's a busy man  :grin:
But got these to me on next day delivery,
I've got his mobile no: if you need it  :smiley:

I really can't spend any more on the car at the min so will hold out for a bit but Ive been looking at the NQSBBK setup for a while.  :tongue:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 06 May 2014, 20:07
Nice neil where'd you get them from? I keep waiting for the vagrbremtechnic website to go live but looks like its delayed another month

Best giving Dave a call direct pal, he's a busy man  :grin:
But got these to me on next day delivery,
I've got his mobile no: if you need it  :smiley:


I really can't spend any more on the car at the min so will hold out for a bit but Ive been looking at the NQSBBK setup for a while.  :tongue:

Anything is better than the standard set up  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 06 May 2014, 20:46
Yeah I have to say Id list it as the worst point of the car, although mine are pretty worn at the min and Ive only had it a couple of months so maybe its not fair to say that, but I hear a lot of others say the same. The NQSBBK looks great with its use of the standard disc size, an oem calliper with heaps of pad choice, the weight reduction and obviously the value for money. The only downside as far as I can see is having to run spacers with Monzas to get the clearance for the 4pot.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 07 May 2014, 21:58
I have been to a few garages in West Yorkshire, (mainly Bradford + Leeds) most of which are not worth a mention.

Read on a forum about these guys over at ABC Car Services and how they were top class at setting up cars for fast road / race. The main guy there "Artur" (who has spend 10 years working for the VAG group over in Poland) he is the owner & chief Tech there. He really knows his stuff when it could to setting up a car just the way a customer wants.

I went to him with the following work required:

*H&R roll bars 28mm / 24mm fitting
*PowerFlex Dogbone Arm insert
*My Milltek was blowing
*Needed a full geometry set up doing

He quote a very fair price and told me would need the car for 5 hours. Initially I thought it would be ok to chill out in his waiting room and watch a film on my iPad, but i managed to pick the week where he is having the waiting area renovated. So I was like damn, need to get a taxi home (10 miles away). He said no problem mate, my friend will take you. Which I thought was a really nice gesture from a garage. Me and his mate a great chat on the way home and talked about how un-reliable VAGS are  :grin:

Got the call 5 hours later, all done  :cool:

Went to pick it up and he gave me an overview of the work he had done and showed me the alignment printout and explained what he had changed and why.

As soon as i got in the car and hit the first corner it was clear how much of an improvement the roll bar and bushing had made, but it seemed to drive so much more straight and smooth.

I am rambling now, the main point is, if you live in the Leeds / Bradford area, be sure to give me a call and get a full geometry set-up done, it will make a world of difference :)

I wont be taking my car anywhere else now, and look forward to getting more work done there.

Here is his site and her is my print out

http://www.abc-carservice.co.uk/

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/2b0df993-14ae-4644-b985-ea3d532bf7bc_zpsc2d9214c.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 12 May 2014, 22:38
Ross

That's good to know. I need to check my wheel alignment after an argument with a pothole. :angry: This place isn't too far from work for me.

Can I ask what price you paid?

Cheers
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 12 May 2014, 22:53
@Buck

all depends on how many adjustments are needed mate. He will take you for a test run first, see how it drives, then he will ask what kind of set-up you want, ie fast road, track, economical etc..

I went for a slightly aggressive fast road, = more turn in and grip.

He will then make all the adjustments and then go for another drive with you. Range from £60-£120

Im quite good friends with him now, and told him other GTIs would be on the way, tell him i sent you

Ross with the MK6 Grey GTI    :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 13 May 2014, 00:01
Cheers  :cool:

Mine's stock set up but does need adjusting - has a slight pull to the left now :(
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dereks on 13 May 2014, 18:06
Took the car in to get the lacquer peel on the wheels sorted  :sad:

Ended up ordering a mk7  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 16 May 2014, 22:09
May have taken the record for how much stuff can you fit in your GTi! I'm moving to a new RAF base so had to transport the contents of my room which looked like this:
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5487/14200853754_f9d4b8d41c_b.jpg)
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2921/14014351127_df4b4ddd98_b.jpg)

So after the car had done being a workhorse for the day it was time for some pampering:
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2910/14014317870_c0a39e6fb2_b.jpg)

Then went out for dinner with the girlfriend and came back to find some has scraped the corner of my front bumper  :sick:
An eventful day for the car!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 16 May 2014, 22:27
Travelling light eh, nothing like a nice clear view out of the rear window  :wink:

Careless drivers, hope the scrape polishes out.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 16 May 2014, 22:54
When I was in the army that's what my mk2 gti looked like  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 16 May 2014, 22:59
I know right! I just looked at the stuff and then at my car and thought there's no way its gonna swallow all that but it did, just about! Needs must though and this is the beauty of a hot hatch that it can do this sort of thing when I need it and then it can plant a smile on my face :)

Scrape gonna need some paint unfortunately, maybe its the opportunity I need to pluck up the courage and have a go at touching it up, sanding and polishing myself, who knows!

It's really annoying but mistakes happen and it was a tight street I guess. More annoying that they didn't leave a note or anything but I'm not gonna let its spoil whats otherwise been a lovely evening.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 16 May 2014, 22:59
When I was in the army that's what my mk2 gti looked like  :cool:

Life of a serviceman indeed :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 17 May 2014, 00:25
When I was in the army that's what my mk2 gti looked like  :cool:

Life of a serviceman indeed :)

Very nearly joined the RAF back when I was 23.  Got shortlisted down to final 12 women for pilot / navigator officer commission (at that time it was the second only ever group of women applicants for pilots).  Spent a week at Biggin Hill doing various tests/interviews.  Missed out on pilot / nav but got offered air traffic control.  Didn't take it up but was an experience I'll never forget  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 18 May 2014, 22:34
Did a mini photo shoot with it.  Needed to do some new photos for my submission to VW Driver mag, so headed off to the glamour of the local industrial estate at 6am this morning :grin:

Here's a few.  More on https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5040/14236200993_53754dc465_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/14236200993/)

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2923/14213613252_76c98e997c_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/14213613252/)

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5583/14215943394_dd5ccf29de_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/14215943394/)

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5157/14236195133_3ac8c691f0_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/14236195133/)

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 18 May 2014, 23:54
Did a mini photo shoot with it.  Needed to do some new photos for my submission to VW Driver mag, so headed off to the glamour of the local industrial estate at 6am this morning :grin:

Looks stunning Booth11. You can't beat a well cared for black car. Your paintwork is so shiny, it looks almost like liquid  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 19 May 2014, 00:04
Checked the tread depth on my tyres - Bridgestones  :sick:

They've done just over 22k miles and the fronts still have over 4mm of tread, with 5-6 mm on the rears. Although I don't like Bridgestones, this set seem to be lasting forever; much longer than the Bridgestones did on my mk5 - got 16k out of the fronts on the mk5.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 19 May 2014, 10:20
Cleaned it for the first time in a few weeks with the assistance of my boys!
(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c148/obbzi/4534972A-56C7-4149-B4F6-A4A9AA0B134E.jpg) (http://s26.photobucket.com/user/obbzi/media/4534972A-56C7-4149-B4F6-A4A9AA0B134E.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 19 May 2014, 11:05
Did a mini photo shoot with it.  Needed to do some new photos for my submission to VW Driver mag, so headed off to the glamour of the local industrial estate at 6am this morning :grin:

Here's a few.  More on https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5040/14236200993_53754dc465_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/14236200993/)

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2923/14213613252_76c98e997c_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/14213613252/)

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5583/14215943394_dd5ccf29de_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/14215943394/)

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5157/14236195133_3ac8c691f0_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/14236195133/)
booth one word stunning wish mine was as clean as yours looking forward to reading your write up  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 26 May 2014, 17:08
Been away for the last few weeks, looking forward to going for a drive, started the engine and with a horrible noise from under the bonnet, got out and checked to find a rabbit chilling under the bonnet eating my car... Anyone know best place to buy a new bonnet heat proof cover thing

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps2e15618c.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps2e15618c.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 26 May 2014, 17:17
What happened to the rabbit, is it dead now. What was the bang?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 26 May 2014, 17:49
The rabbit was still alive was sitting on the intake pipe, when I opened the bonnet we both just looked at each other before it turned ducked under the bonnet ran along the bottom of the windscreen before dissapering into the bushes.. What you mean by bang?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 26 May 2014, 18:20
What happened to the rabbit, is it dead now. What was the bang?

Oh that must have been fun.

I meant horrible noise, not bang, my fault.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Beddie on 26 May 2014, 20:36
Washed and waxed it, then finally got round to unplugging the soundaktor....I can now hear my turbo and dsg farts properly!  :angry: :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 26 May 2014, 22:09
What happened to the rabbit, is it dead now. What was the bang?

Oh that must have been fun.

I meant horrible noise, not bang, my fault.

aha yea the noise started as a scratching noise prob the rabbit getting scared by the engine vibrating under it and it trying to run away.

Im quessing the padding is there and needed for heat protection the paint on the bonnet, hopefully with only a small amount damaged the paint should be ok until I can get hold of a new bit.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 26 May 2014, 22:36
What happened to the rabbit, is it dead now. What was the bang?

Oh that must have been fun.

I meant horrible noise, not bang, my fault.

aha yea the noise started as a scratching noise prob the rabbit getting scared by the engine vibrating under it and it trying to run away.

Im quessing the padding is there and needed for heat protection the paint on the bonnet, hopefully with only a small amount damaged the paint should be ok until I can get hold of a new bit.

Its just a sound buffer - loads of people run it without mate - more intake noise  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 26 May 2014, 22:37
Washed and waxed it, then finally got round to unplugging the soundaktor....I can now hear my turbo and dsg farts properly!  :angry: :smiley:

I looked for mine but couldn't find it - Is it on the normal GTI or just 35's
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 26 May 2014, 23:10
What happened to the rabbit, is it dead now. What was the bang?

Oh that must have been fun.

I meant horrible noise, not bang, my fault.

aha yea the noise started as a scratching noise prob the rabbit getting scared by the engine vibrating under it and it trying to run away.

Im quessing the padding is there and needed for heat protection the paint on the bonnet, hopefully with only a small amount damaged the paint should be ok until I can get hold of a new bit.

Its just a sound buffer - loads of people run it without mate - more intake noise  :smiley:

I did wonder if it was just sound deadening, but been told its there for heat protection... but if other people have had no problems without it, might just remove it and not replace.

Washed and waxed it, then finally got round to unplugging the soundaktor....I can now hear my turbo and dsg farts properly!  :angry: :smiley:

I looked for mine but couldn't find it - Is it on the normal GTI or just 35's

I had a quick look where I think it is but couldn't find... prob looking in the wrong place
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Beddie on 27 May 2014, 09:51
Washed and waxed it, then finally got round to unplugging the soundaktor....I can now hear my turbo and dsg farts properly!  :angry: :smiley:

I looked for mine but couldn't find it - Is it on the normal GTI or just 35's

Yeah it is fitted to the gti but not 100% from what year on tbh...

The speaker module is located underneath the passenger side wiper motor, it's a small round black unit with a 2 pin plug connector on the back right hand side (looking from the front of the engine)
I found it much easier to see and unplug the unit after removing the black bolt in firewall section (1 x m6 bolt and 1 x m6 nut to remove), 10 min job tops to unplug and tape the plug up etc  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: p3asa on 27 May 2014, 09:57
Can these not be deactivated via VCDS like the Mk7 can?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Beddie on 27 May 2014, 10:40
Can these not be deactivated via VCDS like the Mk7 can?
Sadly the only way to deactivate the mk6/scirocco version is to physically disconnect it   :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 27 May 2014, 17:20
Washed and waxed it, then finally got round to unplugging the soundaktor....I can now hear my turbo and dsg farts properly!  :angry: :smiley:

I looked for mine but couldn't find it - Is it on the normal GTI or just 35's

Yeah it is fitted to the gti but not 100% from what year on tbh...

The speaker module is located underneath the passenger side wiper motor, it's a small round black unit with a 2 pin plug connector on the back right hand side (looking from the front of the engine)
I found it much easier to see and unplug the unit after removing the black bolt in firewall section (1 x m6 bolt and 1 x m6 nut to remove), 10 min job tops to unplug and tape the plug up etc  :smiley:


I checked there and couldnt see it, mine in a 2009 / 2010. Can you do a mini guide and point where the bolts is please.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 30 May 2014, 07:49
Been away for the last few weeks, looking forward to going for a drive, started the engine and with a horrible noise from under the bonnet, got out and checked to find a rabbit chilling under the bonnet eating my car... Anyone know best place to buy a new bonnet heat proof cover thing

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps2e15618c.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps2e15618c.jpg.html)

Bad times. Same thing happened to the heat shield on my mk5. Although the hole wasn't hat big. Had a mouse living under the bonnet! Luckily my lease was up and the stealers didn't notice when I gave the car back :-)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 30 May 2014, 08:56
I took part in an evening track session at Cadwell Park with Javelin Track Days last night,

It was wet/damp but dried up towards the end, plenty of well spec'd cars going round. Was a great night, this was my second time going round in my mk6 and this being the first time since my remap and exhaust and also the addition of some new wheels wrapped in toyo r888's and all I can say is WOW, what a difference they make!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 31 May 2014, 02:43
Been away for the last few weeks, looking forward to going for a drive, started the engine and with a horrible noise from under the bonnet, got out and checked to find a rabbit chilling under the bonnet eating my car... Anyone know best place to buy a new bonnet heat proof cover thing

(http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/legg360/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps2e15618c.jpg) (http://s797.photobucket.com/user/legg360/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps2e15618c.jpg.html)

Bad times. Same thing happened to the heat shield on my mk5. Although the hole wasn't hat big. Had a mouse living under the bonnet! Luckily my lease was up and the stealers didn't notice when I gave the car back :-)

My insulation has gone all saggy at the back, priced up a new one at the stealers and they are about £80!  Holding off for now needless to say  :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bow237 on 31 May 2014, 13:05
Drove it about 110 miles yesterday and managed to average about 44 mpg, not too shabby, not even trying to be conservative either.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 31 May 2014, 13:24
Found out both rear shocks have finally seized. So the choice to replace with OEM and continue on or time to do a full upgrade.

I hate it when every thing breaks in one week.  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 01 June 2014, 15:25
Gave it a really thorough clean, inside and out.  Followed by liquid wax applied with the DA and finishing pad.

Anyone else noticed how flimsy the clips that hold the leather gear stick gaitor in place are?  Lately every time I clean it, the whole thing unclips.  I clip it back in but it doesn't seem to sit properly on one side and can see some of the staples round the edge.  :angry:  That's declining VW build quality for you or maybe I need to be less heavy handed with the microfibre!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 01 June 2014, 16:59
Girlfriend took some pics of the car. Not looking too bad considering it's not been cleaned  :tongue::

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2917/14341278973_afd58b4fa4_o.jpg)
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5479/14319283252_068df37f1e_o.jpg)
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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 01 June 2014, 17:43
Looks absolutely stunning Dan  :cool: 

Nice tree lined avenue, is that the driveway to your house  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 02 June 2014, 19:13
Haha Rebecca I wish!!!  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 02 June 2014, 20:41
Girlfriend took some pics of the car. Not looking too bad considering it's not been cleaned  :tongue::

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2917/14341278973_afd58b4fa4_o.jpg)
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5479/14319283252_068df37f1e_o.jpg)
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2934/14319282432_b99ce2eef2_o.jpg)
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(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2940/14341274683_d2e6a38879_o.jpg)
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(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5503/14320429124_d45995c0d9_o.jpg)
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2933/14321080455_fb50eff751_o.jpg)
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2927/14134547647_ed042e76e8_o.jpg)
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these pics are that stunning I thought they deserved to take another page up also your drive is awesome
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 02 June 2014, 21:53
Thanks Charlie haha, here's two pics. I'll let you decide which one is my actual drive lol  :drool:

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2924/14134549797_626bd8b296_o.jpg)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3178/13007352594_be5237b6f0_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 02 June 2014, 23:00
It's the pic above or it probably should be great pics again :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 June 2014, 23:06
It's the pic above or it probably should be great pics again :cool:

Charlie the bottom pic is just his city/town pad and the first is the country estate........one can dream  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 02 June 2014, 23:25
It's the pic above or it probably should be great pics again :cool:

Charlie the bottom pic is just his city/town pad and the first is the country estate........one can dream  :grin:
its good to dream booth  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 03 June 2014, 08:13
It's the pic above or it probably should be great pics again :cool:

Charlie the bottom pic is just his city/town pad and the first is the country estate........one can dream  :grin:

You've found out my secret!  :drool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 03 June 2014, 12:21


Think Charlie and Booth need to get a private chat going or a room  :kiss: :kiss: :kiss:

The topic is what have you done to your MK6 today.  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 03 June 2014, 14:21
Think Charlie and Booth need to get a private chat going or a room  :kiss: :kiss: :kiss:
The topic is what have you done to your MK6 today.  :grin: :grin:


Ross you miserable sod
:tongue:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 03 June 2014, 14:52


Think Charlie and Booth need to get a private chat going or a room  :kiss: :kiss: :kiss:

The topic is what have you done to your MK6 today.  :grin: :grin:
behave Mr Rocket  :tongue:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 03 June 2014, 15:35


Think Charlie and Booth need to get a private chat going or a room  :kiss: :kiss: :kiss:

The topic is what have you done to your MK6 today.  :grin: :grin:
behave Mr Rocket  :tongue:

 :kiss: :kiss:  :shocked: :shocked:  :kiss: :kiss:.............. :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: hef on 03 June 2014, 23:05
hi!

Got this fitted this evening as the weather was nice :)

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/hefinhyper/IMG-20140603-WA0004.jpg) (http://s239.photobucket.com/user/hefinhyper/media/IMG-20140603-WA0004.jpg.html)

sadly no pics of it fitted as I took it for a drive straight away. pleased with it, no drone :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 03 June 2014, 23:19
hef were you the stonor park show last year?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: hef on 03 June 2014, 23:22
hef were you the stonor park show last year?

not me I'm afraid, don't even know what/where that is! hah :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 04 June 2014, 00:12
hi!

Got this fitted this evening as the weather was nice :)

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/hefinhyper/IMG-20140603-WA0004.jpg) (http://s239.photobucket.com/user/hefinhyper/media/IMG-20140603-WA0004.jpg.html)

sadly no pics of it fitted as I took it for a drive straight away. pleased with it, no drone :)

I have the same system, its great. Once a week i think about cutting out the two small silencers for more noise, but always end up talking my self out of it due to drone fears
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 04 June 2014, 17:31
MDI cable finally died today.  Tbh I'm surprised it's lasted this long given the severity you have bend it to fit ipod in the cubby hole.  Fortunately I had a replacement cable waiting in the glovebox.  New one was a bit temperamental at first but audio now restored  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 04 June 2014, 17:45
Changed the footwell and boot lights to crisp white leds. Those footwell lights aren't half a "faff" on!  fitted some wolfsburg ABT tuning number plate surrounds as well. a nice addition!  will try get some pics up sometime!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 05 June 2014, 11:28
MDI cable finally died today.  Tbh I'm surprised it's lasted this long given the severity you have bend it to fit ipod in the cubby hole.  Fortunately I had a replacement cable waiting in the glovebox.  New one was a bit temperamental at first but audio now restored  :smiley:
trouble with these MDI cables booth they just aren't long enough I plug my iphone into it and I can't shut the armrest bit annoying  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 June 2014, 13:31
MDI cable finally died today.  Tbh I'm surprised it's lasted this long given the severity you have bend it to fit ipod in the cubby hole.  Fortunately I had a replacement cable waiting in the glovebox.  New one was a bit temperamental at first but audio now restored  :smiley:
trouble with these MDI cables booth they just aren't long enough I plug my iphone into it and I can't shut the armrest bit annoying  :whistle:

The reason mine is all split and knackered is because I do shut the armrest fully :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 05 June 2014, 14:37
MDI cable finally died today.  Tbh I'm surprised it's lasted this long given the severity you have bend it to fit ipod in the cubby hole.  Fortunately I had a replacement cable waiting in the glovebox.  New one was a bit temperamental at first but audio now restored  :smiley:
trouble with these MDI cables booth they just aren't long enough I plug my iphone into it and I can't shut the armrest bit annoying  :whistle:

The reason mine is all split and knackered is because I do shut the armrest fully :rolleyes:

You 2 at it again?....Travel lodge £29 a night?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 05 June 2014, 17:28
I'm sure you're only suggesting that as you'd like to join them Ross.  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 June 2014, 18:09

You 2 at it again?....Travel lodge £29 a night?

Aw, you feeling left out mate.  Don't need a room, we prefer an audience  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 05 June 2014, 18:31

You 2 at it again?....Travel lodge £29 a night?

Aw, you feeling left out mate.  Don't need a room, we prefer an audience  :grin:

Pics, or it never happened ladies. :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 June 2014, 19:05

You 2 at it again?....Travel lodge £29 a night?

Aw, you feeling left out mate.  Don't need a room, we prefer an audience  :grin:

Pics, or it never happened ladies. :laugh:

Never had you down as a voyeur dubber  :kiss:

And to keep things on topic, for fear of upsetting Ross........I drove my car today  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 05 June 2014, 19:24
I also drove mine today  :smiley:

Picked up some Castrol Edge 5W-30 as I had a halfords gift card and trade card in the wallet. Little top up to keep it on the max mark :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 June 2014, 20:13
I also drove mine today  :smiley:

Picked up some Castrol Edge 5W-30 as I had a halfords gift card and trade card in the wallet. Little top up to keep it on the max mark :)

Nice sig  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 05 June 2014, 20:22
Nice sig  :cool:

I was getting jealous of you, dubber and Ross  :drool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 05 June 2014, 20:49
+1 top sig seabrook lovely drive  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 June 2014, 20:50
Nice sig  :cool:

I was getting jealous of you, dubber and Ross  :drool:

Don't forget charlie of course  :rolleyes:

Room for another one Dan............the more the merrier  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 05 June 2014, 20:54
Nice sig  :cool:

I was getting jealous of you, dubber and Ross  :drool:

Don't forget charlie of course  :rolleyes:

Room for another one Dan............the more the merrier  :laugh:
this is getting quite  :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 June 2014, 21:46
this is getting quite  :shocked:

All in jest charlie, anyway it's all Ross's fault  :grin:  Here endeth the frivolity. 

Now for god's sake someone post something about their mk6  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 05 June 2014, 22:32
I go away for a few hours and its blown up into a full blown orgy.....I can bring the camcorder and lights  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 05 June 2014, 22:50
hi!

Got this fitted this evening as the weather was nice :)

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/hefinhyper/IMG-20140603-WA0004.jpg) (http://s239.photobucket.com/user/hefinhyper/media/IMG-20140603-WA0004.jpg.html)

sadly no pics of it fitted as I took it for a drive straight away. pleased with it, no drone :)

What exhaust is that hef?

Milltek resonated?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: hef on 05 June 2014, 23:12
I have the same system, its great. Once a week i think about cutting out the two small silencers for more noise, but always end up talking my self out of it due to drone fears

Yeah I wouldn't mind it being a tad louder myself (was expecting it to be tbh), but as I use the car for business, I best keep it sensible, don't want to sound like a chav  :laugh:

What exhaust is that hef?

Milltek resonated?

That's right Obbzi, 3" race system with resonated middle and resonated rear section...with THE faintest "edition35" engraving on the tips which I was disappointed about...don't think a camera would even pick it out ha! :\
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 05 June 2014, 23:21
I have the same system, its great. Once a week i think about cutting out the two small silencers for more noise, but always end up talking my self out of it due to drone fears

Yeah I wouldn't mind it being a tad louder myself (was expecting it to be tbh), but as I use the car for business, I best keep it sensible, don't want to sound like a chav  :laugh:

What exhaust is that hef?

Milltek resonated?

That's right Obbzi, 3" race system with resonated middle and resonated rear section...with THE faintest "edition35" engraving on the tips which I was disappointed about...don't think a camera would even pick it out ha! :\

Just wondering as it looked like a Milltek, I've got the non res, never seen the res like that "in the flesh" so to speak, looks completely different to non res
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dieselman on 07 June 2014, 12:50
Highline TPMS!!!
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o45/scotty-boy_2006/Mobile%20Uploads/B17DE245-D964-40B1-AE6D-3ED043EDBB89.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/scotty-boy_2006/media/Mobile%20Uploads/B17DE245-D964-40B1-AE6D-3ED043EDBB89.jpg.html)
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o45/scotty-boy_2006/Mobile%20Uploads/85A0C2B0-4323-4637-86FB-EF20D459605B.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/scotty-boy_2006/media/Mobile%20Uploads/85A0C2B0-4323-4637-86FB-EF20D459605B.jpg.html)
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o45/scotty-boy_2006/Mobile%20Uploads/A9255F43-D860-4B6B-8AEF-C7B61D67A159.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/scotty-boy_2006/media/Mobile%20Uploads/A9255F43-D860-4B6B-8AEF-C7B61D67A159.jpg.html)
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o45/scotty-boy_2006/Mobile%20Uploads/51518CF7-4425-4FE8-9E6A-C2631AAFB185.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/scotty-boy_2006/media/Mobile%20Uploads/51518CF7-4425-4FE8-9E6A-C2631AAFB185.jpg.html)
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o45/scotty-boy_2006/Mobile%20Uploads/E0FA70A0-9AF9-457F-8A8D-BA51E5BD47B4.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/scotty-boy_2006/media/Mobile%20Uploads/E0FA70A0-9AF9-457F-8A8D-BA51E5BD47B4.jpg.html)
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o45/scotty-boy_2006/Mobile%20Uploads/A3585CFA-4DFF-489F-844A-F879C019E287.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/scotty-boy_2006/media/Mobile%20Uploads/A3585CFA-4DFF-489F-844A-F879C019E287.jpg.html)

scott :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 07 June 2014, 13:40
this is getting quite  :shocked:

All in jest charlie, anyway it's all Ross's fault  :grin:  Here endeth the frivolity. 

Now for god's sake someone post something about their mk6  :laugh:
taken in jest booth :cool:mind you £29 for a room that's cheap
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 07 June 2014, 13:42

looks really good Scott
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 07 June 2014, 14:07
Highline TPMS!!!

scott :cool:
looks really good Scott


Agree with Charlie - looks a more complex retro fit though? How easy was it?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 07 June 2014, 14:40
taken in jest booth :cool:mind you £29 for a room that's cheap

£29 - too cheap.  I have standards  :tongue:

Ross'll be along in a minute to tell us off for talking to each each other  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 07 June 2014, 16:32
taken in jest booth :cool:mind you £29 for a room that's cheap

£29 - too cheap.  I have standards  :tongue:

Ross'll be along in a minute to tell us off for talking to each each other  :grin:
lol :nerd:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 07 June 2014, 18:43
The Highline TPMS looks cool. How ever much did it cost? When I asked VW about the price of another set of valves and sensors for the winter wheels on my Passat, they quoted me £70 a corner.

PS, Nice as the pictures are, why do we have to see them over and over again? Please delete them from the quoted text when composing your posts. :angry: Thank you. Rant over  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 07 June 2014, 19:59
The Highline TPMS looks cool. How ever much did it cost? When I asked VW about the price of another set of valves and sensors for the winter wheels on my Passat, they quoted me £70 a corner.

PS, Nice as the pictures are, why do we have to see them over and over again? Please delete them from the quoted text when composing your posts. :angry: Thank you. Rant over  :smiley:
sorry dubber didn't mean to put you in a rant  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 08 June 2014, 13:56
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Mobile%20Uploads/20140608_134144.jpg)

Had to heat the undertray up and let it reset in a new shape as it was rubbing the paint off the edge of the sump due to it been curved inwards rather than outwards.
Unlike the one i got for mkviken which was curved the correct way... VW quality...

Checked my aircon pipe for the known rubbish issue that then kills the aircon system.
It has been rubbing against the clip on the other pipe. :angry:
So moved the clip and bent the metal pipe slightly forward to reduce the chance of it rubbing through.

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Mobile%20Uploads/20140608_162105.jpg)

 (http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Mobile%20Uploads/20140608_162232-1.jpg)


Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: hef on 10 June 2014, 22:44
Received my Unitronic Cold Air intake today, and fitted it after work this evening.

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/hefinhyper/IMG_20140610_203802.jpg) (http://s239.photobucket.com/user/hefinhyper/media/IMG_20140610_203802.jpg.html)

Pleased with it, good service from Unitronic and quick delivery from Canada  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Stevie35 on 10 June 2014, 23:30
Received my Unitronic Cold Air intake today, and fitted it after work this evening.

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/hefinhyper/IMG_20140610_203802.jpg) (http://s239.photobucket.com/user/hefinhyper/media/IMG_20140610_203802.jpg.html)

Pleased with it, good service from Unitronic and quick delivery from Canada  :smiley:

Looking good hef, following you on Instagram and was intrigued to see what was in that box.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 11 June 2014, 17:01
A very exciting update on my car today folks!!  :laugh: :drool:

Finally fixed something that had bugged me ever since I'd bought the car. One of the caps for my front number plate fixing screws was missing! This needed to be sorted!
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3924/14395548111_d3cb4d2342_b.jpg)

So a trip to the local Eurocarparts saw me come away 60p lighter and with a pack of these:
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5499/14212313880_598d56553a_b.jpg)

Number plate was removed and I couldn't bear to put it back on knowing this was underneath:
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3857/14397806864_95ff72de36_b.jpg)

So with a quick wipe with some AG Rapid Detailer getting the muck of I decided to dress it with my fave trim dressing:
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5538/14212247409_6c358f49a1_b.jpg)

And it looked much better  :smiley:
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5152/14212286518_2b287e98e2_b.jpg)

Number plate reattached and all done  :cool:
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2929/14397541602_f28fecf7b5_b.jpg)

Car also had fortnightly tyre pressure and oil checks done :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 11 June 2014, 17:05
Nice job  :cool: I hope you cleaned the back of the number plate too. You didn't post a picture of that and I was afraid that you might have missed it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 11 June 2014, 17:07
Nice job  :cool: I hope you cleaned the back of the number plate too. You didn't post a picture of that and I was afraid that you might have missed it.

Haha have no fear it was done  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 11 June 2014, 23:03
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Mobile%20Uploads/20140611_173909-1-1.jpg)

Glad I didnt take either of the GTIs to work today. But still PISSED OFF.

Was moving in the traffic. When suddenly out the corner of my eye I spotted something heading from the sky towards me. Wasn't sure were it hit at the time as i was on a slip road so not easy to stop.
Dint down to metal + scratch on drivers wing. Something fell off the passenger train going over the bridge over the slip road down to the tyne bridge from swan house roundabout in Newcastle at 16:55 and hit me. Couldnt stop at the time to find out what it was exactly. Was shocked and suprised. Just my luck!

Angry as the leon was unmarked  :angry: but if it had been one of the GTIs I would be crying.

 

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 11 June 2014, 23:09
What bad luck mate  :sad:  looks pretty bad.  Which of your vehicles was it?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 11 June 2014, 23:12
SEAT leon luckily, if it had been one of the GTIs I would be  :cry:
The leon was unmarked until now. :sad:
I had planned from the start of this week to be using the Mk6 GTI as my daily driver. But im glad I put it off a week now (the leon had fuel in  :embarrassed: )
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 June 2014, 00:28
Nice job  :cool: I hope you cleaned the back of the number plate too. You didn't post a picture of that and I was afraid that you might have missed it.
Haha have no fear it was done  :wink:

No pic, no proof.  Bet the back of your number plate is filthy really  :grin:

My car's so dirty at the moment, I didn't actually recognise it. Yesterday, I was waiting for my other half to pick me up after running some errands in town, he drove past me 3 times before I realised it was my car. :embarrassed: :grin:

Need to get it booked in to dealer, 'service in 500 miles' reminder has started to flash up on the MFD.  Must order 2 new tyres as well.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 13 June 2014, 08:10
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Mobile%20Uploads/20140611_173909-1-1.jpg)

Glad I didnt take either of the GTIs to work today. But still PISSED OFF.

Was moving in the traffic. When suddenly out the corner of my eye I spotted something heading from the sky towards me. Wasn't sure were it hit at the time as i was on a slip road so not easy to stop.
Dint down to metal + scratch on drivers wing. Something fell off the passenger train going over the bridge over the slip road down to the tyne bridge from swan house roundabout in Newcastle at 16:55 and hit me. Couldnt stop at the time to find out what it was exactly. Was shocked and suprised. Just my luck!

Angry as the leon was unmarked  :angry: but if it had been one of the GTIs I would be crying.

Lucky it didn't come through a window and hit you like in the movies final destination.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AndyG on 13 June 2014, 11:34
4 new tyres going on today Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric2's.
£468 fitted.Hope they are as good as some on here say as I know jack sh!t about tyres.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 13 June 2014, 15:20
Fitted an RNS510 to my mk6 and did a little VCDS coding to get it to work properly.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 13 June 2014, 20:53
Nice job  :cool: I hope you cleaned the back of the number plate too. You didn't post a picture of that and I was afraid that you might have missed it.
Haha have no fear it was done  :wink:

No pic, no proof.  Bet the back of your number plate is filthy really  :grin:

My car's so dirty at the moment, I didn't actually recognise it. Yesterday, I was waiting for my other half to pick me up after running some errands in town, he drove past me 3 times before I realised it was my car. :embarrassed: :grin:

Need to get it booked in to dealer, 'service in 500 miles' reminder has started to flash up on the MFD.  Must order 2 new tyres as well.

That's just shocking Rebecca! I expected better from you ;)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 13 June 2014, 22:21
4 new tyres going on today Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric2's.
£468 fitted.Hope they are as good as some on here say as I know jack sh!t about tyres.

They need a good 200 miles to bed in though, dont go mad on corner till then. But Yes, they are a very good tyre
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 15 June 2014, 14:27
After selling one of my cars the other week I now at last have access to my 4post lift again.
This morning was spent fitting the full underbody engine cover back on instead of the half oem one.
Noticed I had oil on the pipe below the DV  again :-(  hope its just whats ran down from the air intake pipe failing a year ago that they never cleaned off. :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 15 June 2014, 16:30
After selling one of my cars the other week I now at last have access to my 4post lift again.
This morning was spent fitting the full underbody engine cover back on instead of the half oem one.
Noticed I had oil on the pipe below the DV  again :-(  hope its just whats ran down from the air intake pipe failing a year ago that they never cleaned off. :undecided:


Which car got the chop snoopy?  Does that mean an R8 is on the horizon  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 15 June 2014, 17:53
3 more cars to go and also the 5 car garage workshop before any R8
My Daihatsu YRV winter hack went to a new home.
Riley RM & Siddley 346 to sell then finally the leon after the workshops sold.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 17 June 2014, 20:05
Updated the firmware on my RNS 510. Took about 45mins.

Starting at Firmware version 3970:
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3894/14442708381_9fbd3e9790_b.jpg)

System is turned on with no keys in the ignition and update DVD inserted:
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2907/14259459108_9aede391f0_b.jpg)

Press ok and update starts. System reboots a couple of times in the process:
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2932/14259458878_c8ab1468ca_b.jpg)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3924/14446069475_b564faac96_b.jpg)

Once update all finished, the system restarts and then reset the system by pressing <,> and the star button simultaneously. Now running version 4020:
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2910/14446069285_b87922a6e5_b.jpg)

Still got the update to 5269 and the V10 maps to install but need some dual layer DVDs for those maps first.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 18 June 2014, 20:22
Ordered 2 new tyres (inc fitting) for the front - £332 ouch!  And booked into VW for service.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mike. on 18 June 2014, 21:05
Still got the update to 5269 and the V10 maps to install but need some dual layer DVDs for those maps first.

I put the 5269 update on and had real problems with the GPS continually losing lock so went back to 4120 and have had no problems since.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mwad gti on 18 June 2014, 22:04
Ordered 2 new tyres (inc fitting) for the front - £332 ouch!  And booked into VW for service.
Expensive day buddy :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 19 June 2014, 08:59
Ordered 2 new tyres (inc fitting) for the front - £332 ouch!  And booked into VW for service.

Are they gold plated or something - F1's are £99 a corner fitted at my garage
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 19 June 2014, 09:01
They're 19's tho' Ross.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 19 June 2014, 09:06
They're 19's tho' Ross.

of yeah, my bad  :grin:. still....
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 19 June 2014, 09:11
It is a lot of money Ross, but I think she shares my OCDness in that if I only need 2 tyres, I have to have a pair to match the tyres that are still on the car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 19 June 2014, 11:03
Yeah they're 19s. 

Perish the thought of having mismatched tyres  :shocked:  Conti SC5p all round for me - brilliant tyres.  My second choice would be Eagle F1s though.  I'm just glad I don't have to replace all four at once.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ess_Three on 19 June 2014, 20:46
Yeah they're 19s. 

Perish the thought of having mismatched tyres  :shocked:  Conti SC5p all round for me - brilliant tyres.  My second choice would be Eagle F1s though.  I'm just glad I don't have to replace all four at once.

I just priced a full set of 225/35/19 F1s...£170 each, fitted and balanced. Ouch.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 19 June 2014, 21:06
Yeah they're 19s. 

Perish the thought of having mismatched tyres  :shocked:  Conti SC5p all round for me - brilliant tyres.  My second choice would be Eagle F1s though.  I'm just glad I don't have to replace all four at once.

I just priced a full set of 225/35/19 F1s...£170 each, fitted and balanced. Ouch.

Mine are a positive bargain at £166 each then.  I feel much better now :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mwad gti on 19 June 2014, 21:59
Yeah they're 19s. 

Perish the thought of having mismatched tyres  :shocked:  Conti SC5p all round for me - brilliant tyres.  My second choice would be Eagle F1s though.  I'm just glad I don't have to replace all four at once.

I just priced a full set of 225/35/19 F1s...£170 each, fitted and balanced. Ouch.
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Mine are a positive bargain at £166 each then.  I feel much better now :grin:
Lol :grin:
Man logics
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 20 June 2014, 16:57
Just washed it, polished it, and waxed it! Can't beat a clean black car. Until you walk up close and see swirl marks and stone chips..that's when your heart breaks after spending 3 hours making it look like a mirror

(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e250/JayGTD/Photo20-06-2014162631_zps21aa40a1.jpg) (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/JayGTD/media/Photo20-06-2014162631_zps21aa40a1.jpg.html)

(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e250/JayGTD/Photo20-06-2014162435_zps6ca8e07d.jpg) (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/JayGTD/media/Photo20-06-2014162435_zps6ca8e07d.jpg.html)


As did my friend who owns a BMW F20

(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e250/JayGTD/Photo20-06-2014164208_zpsc39c18c4.png) (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/JayGTD/media/Photo20-06-2014164208_zpsc39c18c4.png.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 June 2014, 17:18
Prefer your golf, looks great  :cool: 

Did the polishing not get rid of many swirls?  Maybe you need to use a more abrasive polish compound and/or pad with a deeper cut.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 20 June 2014, 17:21
Prefer your golf, looks great  :cool: 

Did the polishing not get rid of many swirls?  Maybe you need to use a more abrasive polish compound and/or pad with a deeper cut.

Haha thanks! Look the the difference in wheel arch gap :p
I didn't really take note, but i just hand polished using a maguiars pad and some quick detailer's polish rather than a machine polish..too scared to use a machine polish in case i cut away too much

Jay
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 20 June 2014, 18:53
Prefer your golf, looks great  :cool: 

Did the polishing not get rid of many swirls?  Maybe you need to use a more abrasive polish compound and/or pad with a deeper cut.

Haha thanks! Look the the difference in wheel arch gap :p
I didn't really take note, but i just hand polished using a maguiars pad and some quick detailer's polish rather than a machine polish..too scared to use a machine polish in case i cut away too much

Jay

Seriously Jay, machine polishing with a Dual Action is so easy, there is 0% percent chance of you doing damage you you start off easy and work you way up. I was nervous at first and now it a breeze, you could seriously do it with a blind fold on. Best move i ever made was picking up a DA polisher.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 20 June 2014, 18:54
these bad boys turned up today, just need some braided lines. Cant wait for the extra stopping power  :cool: :cool:

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_1482_zps22272aa6.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 June 2014, 19:13

Haha thanks! Look the the difference in wheel arch gap :p
Jay

Yeah, massive gap.  Thought mine was bad on 19s and unlowered, but that's worse  :grin:


Seriously Jay, machine polishing with a Dual Action is so easy, there is 0% percent chance of you doing damage you you start off easy and work you way up. I was nervous at first and now it a breeze, you could seriously do it with a blind fold on. Best move i ever made was picking up a DA polisher.

^^
'Tis true.  I did a practice run on my partners van before letting loose on my car for the first time, it was absolutely fine.  Depending on the degree of swirling / marring, just start off with the least abrasive pad and polish and off you go, then check the results and if necessary step up to more abrasive polish and pad.....and so on.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 20 June 2014, 22:09
Mine had a good interior clean today. All hoovered out, dash and trim cleaned with Auto Finesse Total and dressed with 303 Aerospace, door shuts cleaned and seals protected with Auto Finesse Revive and all leather cleaned with Auto Finesse Hide and dressed with Raceglaze Leather Balm. No pics unfortunately!

Also tried to update my maps to V10 but tried burning the image file to 2 dvds now, one with windows and one with mac and neither of them seem to be recognised by the unit, which just says CD/DVD error. Hmmmm, may have to find another source to download.

@Jay I haven't had much time at all to practice with my new DA but did a small patch on the bonnet of my girlfriend's corsa the other day and found it really easy to work with. I really need a good light source to check the paint with though and couldn't get a good pic of it. Just have a read of the guides on Detailing world and i also found Junkman2000's videos on Youtube really helpful. I too was worried about trying it and messing up but if you go in with a bit of knowledge from the above sources and be patient I don't think you can go wrong really.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 20 June 2014, 22:25

Seriously Jay, machine polishing with a Dual Action is so easy, there is 0% percent chance of you doing damage you you start off easy and work you way up. I was nervous at first and now it a breeze, you could seriously do it with a blind fold on. Best move i ever made was picking up a DA polisher.


Haha thanks! Look the the difference in wheel arch gap :p
Jay

Yeah, massive gap.  Thought mine was bad on 19s and unlowered, but that's worse  :grin:


Seriously Jay, machine polishing with a Dual Action is so easy, there is 0% percent chance of you doing damage you you start off easy and work you way up. I was nervous at first and now it a breeze, you could seriously do it with a blind fold on. Best move i ever made was picking up a DA polisher.

^^
'Tis true.  I did a practice run on my partners van before letting loose on my car for the first time, it was absolutely fine.  Depending on the degree of swirling / marring, just start off with the least abrasive pad and polish and off you go, then check the results and if necessary step up to more abrasive polish and pad.....and so on.


Good call, maybe I'll buy one. I've always wanted to give like clay bar and machine polish etc a try because I know it'll help a lot with the cleaning of the car, but I've always been a chicken haha! Thanks guys, I'll let you guys know when I get around to buying one then maybe grab a few tips and tricks off you guys  :grin:


@Jay I haven't had much time at all to practice with my new DA but did a small patch on the bonnet of my girlfriend's corsa the other day and found it really easy to work with. I really need a good light source to check the paint with though and couldn't get a good pic of it. Just have a read of the guides on Detailing world and i also found Junkman2000's videos on Youtube really helpful. I too was worried about trying it and messing up but if you go in with a bit of knowledge from the above sources and be patient I don't think you can go wrong really.

That's made me feel a bit more confident about it haha, cheers! I have seen some of Chemical Guy's videos on youtube and been on a few threads on that detailing forum. Maybe I'll take advantage of the summer one day and splash out a bit of cash for one!

Jay
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 20 June 2014, 22:41
Yeah it's a bit of an outlay at first but I think it will be more than worth it in the long run. My shopping list was here in post 15 just for reference:
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=267752.10 (http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=267752.10)

and that was with a group buy code for  £15 off of the polisher and the rest in a different order so I could use a 5% off code  :drool: Only recommendation I would have is to buy more than one of each pad so you don't have to wait for them to dry before polishing again. Heard people say that the extra power of the DAS pro is handy for hard German paint too just as a heads up
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 20 June 2014, 23:08
Everyone has being saying that the Menzerna Fast Gloss 400 is a great polish for the hard German paint. Up till this point I have just been using Menzerna Power finish 2300 and Super Finish 4000, which is great combo, but hard work.

I have ordered FG400 and will combine with SF4000 with Orange or Green Hex pads. See how i get on with that
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 June 2014, 00:00
@Jay, @Seabrook - be prepared to have a set of aching arms after your first full polish  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 21 June 2014, 00:10
Haha mine were aching before I even started!  :drool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 June 2014, 00:19
Haha mine were aching before I even started!  :drool:

I'm not even gonna ask why  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 21 June 2014, 00:26
Was on a course at work which involved a whole day on the firing range.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 21 June 2014, 00:52
Haha mine were aching before I even started!  :drool:

Mate my body is sweating even after drying the car LOL

Yeah it's a bit of an outlay at first but I think it will be more than worth it in the long run. My shopping list was here in post 15 just for reference:
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=267752.10 (http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=267752.10)

and that was with a group buy code for  £15 off of the polisher and the rest in a different order so I could use a 5% off code  :drool: Only recommendation I would have is to buy more than one of each pad so you don't have to wait for them to dry before polishing again. Heard people say that the extra power of the DAS pro is handy for hard German paint too just as a heads up


Cheers man!! Im gonna have to check these out
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 21 June 2014, 07:23
@Jay, @Seabrook - be prepared to have a set of aching arms after your first full polish  :grin:

Yes, I can vouch for that!  :laugh: Bought a DAS-6 Pro DA polisher earlier this year and machine polished my car for the first time.

As I'd never used a machine polisher before, and I was a bit nervous about inflicting more damage on my car than I was hoping to correct, I watched a number of videos on YouTube to learn the best technique to use. I used the Meguiars microfibre system, and was really impressed with the results. I finished off with a coat of Poorboys Black Hole glaze and Collinite 845 wax which, as it's liquid rather than a paste, it's really easy to apply but I've found it also has good durability.

I set aside 2 days and took my time, but my arms were really aching by the time I'd finished! One tip I'd give is don't skimp on the preparation - ensure you get rid of any bonded contaminants first, so you've got a smooth, glassy surface before you start polishing and the results should speak for themself.  :cool:



Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 21 June 2014, 08:28
As mentioned before, a good light source is key to good results. I work in my garage, do one small section at a time, then turn the lights off and shine a LED bike light from all different angles to check for any remaining marks. There's nothing worse than doing what you think is a spot on job only for the sun to catch it at a certain angle and show up everything you've missed.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 21 June 2014, 11:26
Just had a quick look on the interwebs for some polish machines..man those things arent cheap!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 21 June 2014, 16:42
You only have to buy it once tho'. You can't beat having a decently stocked tool kit that will last you until you are too old to use them anymore.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 21 June 2014, 17:03
Also worth searching the internet for discount codes for the website you're thinking of getting your DA polisher from.

Waxamomo, who are sponsors of the detailing section on this forum also run periodic discount promotions. They were running a 15% discount off everything (apart from pressure washers) in early May, so worth checking the detailing section regularly for details of any current special offers.

Forum members get a regular 5% discount by using the discount code ilovewaxamomo
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 June 2014, 17:58
Also worth searching the internet for discount codes for the website you're thinking of getting your DA polisher from.

Waxamomo, who are sponsors of the detailing section on this forum also run periodic discount promotions. They were running a 15% discount off everything (apart from pressure washers) in early May, so worth checking the detailing section regularly for details of any current special offers.

Forum members get a regular 5% discount by using the discount code ilovewaxamomo

And in June   http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=268440.0
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 21 June 2014, 22:57
Looks like people have been using it too, they're out of stock on a lot of stuff!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 June 2014, 23:03
Looks like people have been using it too, they're out of stock on a lot of stuff!

I know!  Out of a few things I wanted.  Have to get 'em from elsewhere, minus the discount  :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 21 June 2014, 23:28
Ahh yeah good point. Just drove from Newcastle to Cambridge, 250 miles, 65 plus or minus 1 mpg! Well happy. Less than half a tank.

Jay
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 22 June 2014, 08:09

I know!  Out of a few things I wanted.  Have to get 'em from elsewhere, minus the discount  :angry:

Try i4detailing and use the code DWX for 5% discount.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 22 June 2014, 08:34

I know!  Out of a few things I wanted.  Have to get 'em from elsewhere, minus the discount  :angry:

Try i4detailing and use the code DWX for 5% discount.

Ta very much Simon  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 22 June 2014, 10:43
DW05 gives 5% at Cleanyourcar as well :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 22 June 2014, 11:06
DW05 gives 5% at Cleanyourcar as well :)

Thanks :smiley: 

I usually manage to get discount at cleanyourcar plus (not 15% though) plus I've got loyalty points which are handy too.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 23 June 2014, 11:12
New rubber on the front  :cool:  Thankfully no damage to the alloys (other than that previously self inflicted) :whistle:  Just need to clean the grease from the edges and slap a bit of tyre dressing on.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 23 June 2014, 13:23
Took it into the dealers for it's 3rd service, first MOT and to have a new alloy fitted under warranty.

Was expecting to get the usual Up! or Polo as a courtesy car, but got an Audi TT, which was a nice surprise. The TT cabin is a nice place to be, but I think I prefer my Golf's interior. Still, it's nice to have something a bit different to drive for the day.  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 25 June 2014, 10:21
Put a dent in the driver's door sill  :angry:  Getting out of the car this morning, dropped a full aluminium water bottle, it hit the sill and bounced off leaving a dent.......if only I had sill protectors  :rolleyes:

Three little dings now, time to call out the PDR guy me thinks.   
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 25 June 2014, 13:30
wind deflectors just arrived.   5 minute job to fit them and personally on my black model think they look good. I have a 3 door and will try post some pics but dont think it looks too chavy etc.      :rolleyes:


everyone has there own opinions but a seen them on a red model and they looked nice so just had to try them out on mine!   havent took the sticky glue off yet incase i change my mind.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: martinc1967 on 25 June 2014, 21:55
I have the wind deflectors too (were on the car when I bought it)...love them! Who cares what anyone else thinks as long as you like them...lol!

Regards,

Mart :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 26 June 2014, 00:06
Put a dent in the driver's door sill  :angry:  Getting out of the car this morning, dropped a full aluminium water bottle, it hit the sill and bounced off leaving a dent.......if only I had sill protectors  :rolleyes:

Three little dings now, time to call out the PDR guy me thinks.

OUCH  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 26 June 2014, 12:17
I have the wind deflectors too (were on the car when I bought it)...love them! Who cares what anyone else thinks as long as you like them...lol!

Regards,

Mart :cool:

very true words mate!  up to now i love them!    :laugh:     nice cheap addition
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 27 June 2014, 15:45
Thinking about trading it in for a passat then I went out and gave it a clean and came to my senses :nerd:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 27 June 2014, 17:14
Thinking about trading it in for a passat then I went out and gave it a clean and came to my senses :nerd:

Phew!  Charlie, you obviously need to clean it more then to keep yourself in check.  Not that there's anything wrong with a Passat, is there Dubber? 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 27 June 2014, 17:45
Nothing wrong with a passat booth 11 well maybe a bit boring just fed up with cramming everything in every time we go away but rest assured top box will be put on and most of it can go in there :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 27 June 2014, 17:53

Not that there's anything wrong with a Passat, is there Dubber?

My Passat is a great do everything sort of car. Sometimes it could do with been a bit bigger (hence the plans to add a T5 to the fleet), but for those times when I just want to get somewhere with as little effort as possible, it's perfect.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Peter W on 27 June 2014, 19:03
Left my car in work car park while we have escaped to Paris for 4 days.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 27 June 2014, 19:11
Left my car in work car park while we have escaped to Paris for 4 days.
enjoy :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 28 June 2014, 22:12
All set up for wild camping in Scotland   :cool:
(http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx263/rgaddas/imagejpg1_zpsa757064e.jpg) (http://s762.photobucket.com/user/rgaddas/media/imagejpg1_zpsa757064e.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 June 2014, 10:26
Dropped off for 2nd service.  Hoping to get it back in the condition it went in  :undecided:

Walked the service lady around it and had a good chat.  She's into her performance cars so inspired a bit more confidence than usual.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 June 2014, 13:57
Back from service, all ok, no surprises or damage  :smiley:

But, not happy...

Spoke to them about the silver insert that fell off the aircon vent switch.  They have flatly refused to replace under warranty, despite me arguing that the part has failed and pointing out that the car is treated with kid gloves, something he agreed is obvious.  They claim it's wear and tear and the robbing b@stards want £138 (the whole double unit would need to be replaced, which I was aware of).   Reminded them I have bought 2 GTIs from them and was looking to buy an R next year, but they not prepared to cover it  :angry:

Poised to write an email to the Brand Manager for what it's worth, which is probably nothing.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 30 June 2014, 14:20
It's a pity the Mk6 is no longer a current model. You might have had one as a courtesy car that you could have borrowed said part from.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 June 2014, 14:23
It's a pity the Mk6 is no longer a current model. You might have had one as a courtesy car that you could have borrowed said part from.

Yes, that did cross my mind.  Might have to blag a lift in one and.........:wink: 

Now who do I know with a mk6 golf  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Peter W on 30 June 2014, 17:23

Now who do I know with a mk6 golf  :laugh:
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Love it!

I'm not sure it's down to wear and tare though, it's hardly something you use everyday ? Well I don't move them all the time, once they are set, that's kind of it until they get moved through cleaning or something. Raise it in a mail of displeasure. I've sent some correspondence ref my damaged wheel to both dealer and VW. Radio silence so far...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 30 June 2014, 18:35
All set up for wild camping in Scotland   :cool:
(http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx263/rgaddas/imagejpg1_zpsa757064e.jpg) (http://s762.photobucket.com/user/rgaddas/media/imagejpg1_zpsa757064e.jpg.html)

Is that a Thule roof rack? I keep putting off getting one cos they aren't cheap. However I'm getting pretty fed up of putting dirty bikes in the back of my car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 30 June 2014, 19:20
Yes they are! Aero bars and Thule 591s, very easy to use, together with the aero bars virtually quite even above 80mph
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 01 July 2014, 18:09
Just a good clean - wash, deal with the stone chips on the front bumper (bit of a pain as they seem to push the plastic out sideways and make a ridge which has to be sorted first). Needed to be patient while the paint dried before cutting back (wife's hairdryer helped a bit! :wink:). Don't show now so pleased with the result - and finally a full polish.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 03 July 2014, 14:56
Bit of a tenuous link but what the hell, some good news for once...

Drove it to work today, to learn I got the senior job I was interviewed for yesterday.   More money towards next year's R :smiley:  but less hours free to pamper the GTI  :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 03 July 2014, 15:13
Bit of a tenuous link but what the hell, some good news for once...

Drove it to work today, to learn I got the senior job I was interviewed for yesterday.   More money towards next year's R :smiley:  but less hours free to pamper the GTI  :undecided:
good news booth11  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 03 July 2014, 21:00
I activated the big digital speedo in my Passat, so thought I might as well do it in the Golf too.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jord91 on 03 July 2014, 21:21
dubber how do u activate the big digital speedo i so want this on my gti
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 03 July 2014, 21:40
Do you have VCDS?

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 03 July 2014, 21:54
dubber how do u activate the big digital speedo i so want this on my gti

I wanted the big speedo, so i whiped out my laptop and activated it, used it for a week.

I always have my display on oil temp or MPG. First so I know i can start thrashing it and the second to know when I should start taking it easy

 :grin: :grin: :grin:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 04 July 2014, 15:58
Well my two daily cars only have weedy little 140 CR engines, so a thrashing is hardly worthwhile. I mostly had my MFD set to display miles to empty, but as that would hardly ever move, the digital speedo makes a refreshing change.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jord91 on 04 July 2014, 19:58
I don't have vids how do u get that ?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 05 July 2014, 07:45
VCDS is what used to be called VAG-COM.

In short, it's software and a lead that plugs into the diagnostic port and allows you to do what the dealers can do and more from a laptop. Ross-Tech in the USA are the company that produce it. Gendan are the main UK distributors.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jord91 on 05 July 2014, 08:14
Thanks man do you have a link where you got yours from ?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 05 July 2014, 08:28
here http://www.gendan.co.uk/product_VCHU.html (http://www.gendan.co.uk/product_VCHU.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jord91 on 09 July 2014, 22:50
Where can I buy genuine vw wheel caps for monza wheels as mine have stupid white worm  :sick:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 09 July 2014, 23:58
Where can I buy genuine vw wheel caps for monza wheels as mine have stupid white worm  :sick:

Just buy some from Ebay, genuine ones white worm anyway. think they are 65mm ones
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 10 July 2014, 07:53
I bought some so called genuine ones off ebay and they went dull and cloudly within a few weeks in winter. I bought some genuine ones from TPS for around £25 a set and they still look like new 3 years on.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 10 July 2014, 12:03
Had the insurance engineer out to assess the front bumper this morning. At first he couldn't see the damage until I pointed it out. He said that they normally wouldn't approve a new bumper skin for something so minor, but as he could see that I looked after my cars, in this instance it should be done right.

I had told him that I'm sure many "approved" bodyshops would just pack the bumper out behind the number plate screws with washers and say "that'll do" and that the customer would never know. He gave me a knowing look and smiled. I've done alright, but it's as wrong as hell that so much shoddy repair work is deemed to be acceptable as most people wouldn't give it a second look.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 10 July 2014, 15:57

Yesterday I did this!.....


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=naKyAChv07o

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 10 July 2014, 16:41

Yesterday I did this!.....


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=naKyAChv07o

just watched this video! looks fun mate. Did some track driving other year in a gallardo and 360 modena but wouldn't have the balls to take my own car on one! :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adycakes on 10 July 2014, 16:45

Yesterday I did this!.....


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=naKyAChv07o

just watched this video! looks fun mate. Did some track driving other year in a gallardo and 360 modena but wouldn't have the balls to take my own car on one! :cry:

I agree watching it was awesome, but I still had my heart in my mouth & it isn't even my car!

I'd never have the balls to do something like this, fair play to you, great video!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jord91 on 10 July 2014, 20:28
does you have the link to this tps website please
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 10 July 2014, 20:32
http://youtu.be/nKAHtlR0pHE (http://youtu.be/nKAHtlR0pHE) 70mpg in the GTD.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 10 July 2014, 21:15
does you have the link to this tps website please

Can't Google find it?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 10 July 2014, 22:35

Yesterday I did this!.....


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=naKyAChv07o

just watched this video! looks fun mate. Did some track driving other year in a gallardo and 360 modena but wouldn't have the balls to take my own car on one! :cry:

I agree watching it was awesome, but I still had my heart in my mouth & it isn't even my car!

I'd never have the balls to do something like this, fair play to you, great video!

Thanks :) i just dont go mental, and dont push too hard! its amazing fun, and gets rid of the urge to drive it hard on the roads! Just uploading another one of me having some fun with a porsche turbo, will post the link when it uploads.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 10 July 2014, 22:48
how the clutch holding up on your stage 2, still good? How many miles you got on your motor now?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 10 July 2014, 23:26
http://youtu.be/nKAHtlR0pHE (http://youtu.be/nKAHtlR0pHE) 70mpg in the GTD.

 :shocked: :shocked:

I'm going for the opposite  :grin: 

After a few weeks hobnobbing with a 32/33mpg average, I'm now back in familiar territory, scraping 27mpg.  Must be driving a tad hard of late  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 10 July 2014, 23:31

Yesterday I did this!.....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=naKyAChv07o

Looks like a blast mate  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 11 July 2014, 08:46
how the clutch holding up on your stage 2, still good? How many miles you got on your motor now?

Yeah spot on so far, just about to hit 49k
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 11 July 2014, 09:42
You got uprated ARB's yet?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 11 July 2014, 10:28
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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 11 July 2014, 13:04
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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 11 July 2014, 14:52
heres another one of me playing with a 997 turbo for a little while. fast forward to 1minute :)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpvHV_SuD-c

Great vid man, love the Astra pass at 4 mins, was it a VXR? Bet he was thinking WTF?  :cool: :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: LukeRhino on 11 July 2014, 21:47
yeah it was a vxr, did it on another session aswell, was great fun haha.

Considering its only a hot hatch, with a simple bolt on upgrade and a remap, the car handles and performs fantastically, keeping up with quick cars, and even had several laps were caterhams couldnt shake me off.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 11 July 2014, 22:22
yeah it was a vxr, did it on another session aswell, was great fun haha.

Considering its only a hot hatch, with a simple bolt on upgrade and a remap, the car handles and performs fantastically, keeping up with quick cars, and even had several laps were caterhams couldnt shake me off.

If you do plan to keep it, ARB should be your next purchase. They have made such a huge improvement to my handling. Going round corners today in this heat, all i could hear is tyre squeal as the outer tyres begged for mercy. Unbelievable how flt it corners now.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 12 July 2014, 09:22
Still enjoying mine everytime i use it as i have been doing the past 2 weeks. I only use it about 6 months a year. Its even still got the new car smell and its 4 years old..

Ive been adjusting the intake pipe this morning to try and reduce a noise.
 Ever since the dealers replaced that pipe about a year ago under warranty for an oil leak ive had a whissle under hard acceleration similar to induction kits like the VWR one cause. :sad:
Ive reduced it but still not right need to have a bit more play after the engines cools down abit.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 12 July 2014, 10:16
Still enjoying mine everytime i use it as i have been doing the past 2 weeks. I only use it about 6 months a year. Its even still got the new car smell and its 4 years old..

Ive been adjusting the intake pipe this morning to try and reduce a noise.
 Ever since the dealers replaced that pipe about a year ago under warranty for an oil leak ive had a whissle under hard acceleration similar to induction kits like the VWR one cause. :sad:
Ive reduced it but still not right need to have a bit more play after the engines cools down abit.

Is it the bottom sleeve that joins to the block? If so, have you tried swapping that retaining clip for a heavy duty jubilee clip? You can get it to be a lot more air air with them.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 July 2014, 19:05
Treated it to a new pressure washer after my old one died today just as I was about to wash the car.  Tempted by Nilfisk but decided to stick with Karcher as it fits my existing snow foam lance and other bits. 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 13 July 2014, 19:07
Afternoon well spent after a hard day enjoying the sunshine yesterday, both cars now clean ready for another week in the sun.

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-07/C5E7C290-2AF3-4439-8BCC-887373B8E6E2_zps0sv3ah1r.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-07/C5E7C290-2AF3-4439-8BCC-887373B8E6E2_zps0sv3ah1r.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 13 July 2014, 20:59
Coded the front fogs to be used as coming/leaving home lights. Just to be different I guess.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 July 2014, 23:24
Coded the front fogs to be used as coming/leaving home lights. Just to be different I guess.

So you're finally going to use those 'useless' fogs  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 14 July 2014, 07:58
The do get used now and again, just one at a time.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 18 July 2014, 21:09
heres another one of me playing with a 997 turbo for a little while. fast forward to 1minute :)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpvHV_SuD-c

What mods have you done to your car? It sounds very nice  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 18 July 2014, 22:30
heres another one of me playing with a 997 turbo for a little while. fast forward to 1minute :)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpvHV_SuD-c

What mods have you done to your car? It sounds very nice  :cool:

Think he is just Stage 2 Revo with Milltek TBE 3" Race
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 19 July 2014, 21:16
(http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx263/rgaddas/5a848889e8cd71bf3f01a5d1e295ba05_zps746f61c7.jpg)

Just got the car back from the paint shop, stone chips sorted, thought I would go white between the front fog lights, gloss black mirrors,side skirts and rear diffuser.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mwad gti on 19 July 2014, 21:50
(http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx263/rgaddas/5a848889e8cd71bf3f01a5d1e295ba05_zps746f61c7.jpg)

Just got the car back from the paint shop, stone chips sorted, thought I would go white between the front fog lights, gloss black mirrors,side skirts and rear diffuser.
Looks good. More pics ?  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 19 July 2014, 22:47
(http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx263/rgaddas/5a848889e8cd71bf3f01a5d1e295ba05_zps746f61c7.jpg)

Just got the car back from the paint shop, stone chips sorted, thought I would go white between the front fog lights, gloss black mirrors,side skirts and rear diffuser.

Looks great  :cool:

Always think it looks much better with the bit in between the fogs painted especially on a CW.  Thankfully vw have finally realised this with the mk7.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 20 July 2014, 01:21
(http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx263/rgaddas/5a848889e8cd71bf3f01a5d1e295ba05_zps746f61c7.jpg)

Just got the car back from the paint shop, stone chips sorted, thought I would go white between the front fog lights, gloss black mirrors,side skirts and rear diffuser.

Spot on. If i had a CW golf, this is exactly what i'd do too
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 20 July 2014, 07:26
More pics ?

Surely we don't need more pics when people don't delete them from their quotes when posting?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 20 July 2014, 19:25
(http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx263/rgaddas/5a848889e8cd71bf3f01a5d1e295ba05_zps746f61c7.jpg)

Just got the car back from the paint shop, stone chips sorted, thought I would go white between the front fog lights, gloss black mirrors,side skirts and rear diffuser.

Looks good, as a fellow CW owner I agree the white between the fogs is an improvement, always looking for little mods, the mirrors are a subtle little one as well I might look at, check out mine with the yellow fogs as well.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 20 July 2014, 22:10
Had a lovely weekend driving round and staying in the Cotswolds for my girlfriend's bday. Unfortunately the weather and small roads have resulted in this:

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3849/14700128554_7e93c93e4f_b.jpg)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3844/14722396153_6473b8f07c_b.jpg)

Looks like it's wash time tomorrow!!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 July 2014, 23:18
Dan, the shame  :grin:

Actually mine's looking pretty much the same.  Was supposed to wash it today but other events took over! Glad I didn't bother as it p!ssed down with more sandy rain later.  It'll have to wait another week now :sad:

You gotta lose that dealer sticker in your rear window  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 20 July 2014, 23:30
I know I feel ashamed to see it in such a state!!! I'm sure yours isn't as bad!

Yeah the dealer sticker is one of those jobs I've meant to do for ages but keep forgetting about, like the GTi badge on my front bumper which keeps going skewed because one of the fixings is broken.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 21 July 2014, 09:00
Had a lovely weekend driving round and staying in the Cotswolds for my girlfriend's bday. Unfortunately the weather and small roads have resulted in this:

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3849/14700128554_7e93c93e4f_b.jpg)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3844/14722396153_6473b8f07c_b.jpg)

Looks like it's wash time tomorrow!!!

At least it shows you have been enjoying yourself.  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 21 July 2014, 13:42
I sure did enjoy myself, some cracking roads around those parts  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 21 July 2014, 18:42
Filth!  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 21 July 2014, 21:19
She's not quite so filthy today ;)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 22 July 2014, 09:36
Drove it. :p
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 24 July 2014, 21:59
Left it at home so I could have a look at it tonight without been burned.

Think my oil feed to the turbo is weeping oil slightly :sad: New pipe time I guess...

Tried to remove the gear lever gaiter to see if I could see the gear lever cable ends inside the car but could not figure out how to get the gaitor out. Ive done it before too  :embarrassed:

Gear linkage cable in engine bay seems missing a dust cover  :undecided: this would explain why its going notchy.
Maybe time to S3 short shift it at the same time as greasing the cable end and linkage?
http://www.ecstuning.com/Volkswagen-Jetta_IV--2.0/Drivetrain/Shifter/ES258765/
See if I can get any of that from the dealers.

I have also managed to loss a bolt out of the undertray  that I only fitted 2 weeks ago its somewere on the road to work  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 July 2014, 23:09
Left it at home so I could have a look at it tonight without been burned.

Think my oil feed to the turbo is weeping oil slightly :sad: New pipe time I guess...

Tried to remove the gear lever gaiter to see if I could see the gear lever cable ends inside the car but could not figure out how to get the gaitor out. Ive done it before too  :embarrassed:

Gear linkage cable in engine bay seems missing a dust cover  :undecided: this would explain why its going notchy.
Maybe time to S3 short shift it at the same time as greasing the cable end and linkage?
http://www.ecstuning.com/Volkswagen-Jetta_IV--2.0/Drivetrain/Shifter/ES258765/
See if I can get any of that from the dealers.

I have also managed to loss a bolt out of the undertray  that I only fitted 2 weeks ago its somewere on the road to work  :whistle:

The lower part of the gear lever gaitor just unclips from within the brushed chrome surround.  There's about 4 moulded plastic tabs that hold it in place and if you gently push down all around the edges it should spring free.  I only know because mine constantly comes unhooked and is a pain.    Not sure about removing the upper part that goes into the gear knob.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 25 July 2014, 09:30
I finally installed some 6000k HID's to match the 6000k LED DRL's! Actually looks perfect now at night time. This was no mean feat - because of the aftermarket headlamps that I have, the entire front bumper has to be loosened and the headlamps disconnected and taken out to install (only takes me 20 mins now since I've done it like 6 times). Looks amazing and fixes my OCD. maybe I'll post some pictures tonight cos it's pretty sunny during the day nowadays
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 25 July 2014, 17:10
I finally installed some 6000k HID's to match the 6000k LED DRL's! Actually looks perfect now at night time. This was no mean feat - because of the aftermarket headlamps that I have, the entire front bumper has to be loosened and the headlamps disconnected and taken out to install (only takes me 20 mins now since I've done it like 6 times). Looks amazing and fixes my OCD. maybe I'll post some pictures tonight cos it's pretty sunny during the day nowadays

Get some pics up mate. Which and where did you get your HID from?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 25 July 2014, 17:19
Thanks will have another go at it this weekend.  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 27 July 2014, 21:22
Gave it a much needed waxing, then the rain came.  Beads nicely though.

Whilst cleaning, noticed lots of tiny silver particles bonded to the paintwork, fallout of some kind?  Wasn't there couple weeks ago, trying to think back to where it's been parked recently :undecided:  Needs a thorough decontamination.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Dipesh2031 on 27 July 2014, 22:08
gave the door a wet sand with 2500 grit to remove some orange peel, finished with das6 pro and some megs cutting compound, polished out nicely but there's still very slight orange peel  :angry:

found out on the passenger door there was a repair made by the door handle, absolutely terrible job, the paint shows the sanding marks from the filler... and in the light it doesn't reflect properly, so I will be purchasing a new door skin and having it sprayed. Annoyed to say the least. 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 01 August 2014, 23:54
6000k HID's

(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e250/JayGTD/Photo01-08-2014225350_zps13b7cbbe.jpg) (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/JayGTD/media/Photo01-08-2014225350_zps13b7cbbe.jpg.html)

(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e250/JayGTD/Photo01-08-2014225331_zpsc4d14325.jpg) (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/JayGTD/media/Photo01-08-2014225331_zpsc4d14325.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 August 2014, 00:00
^^
They look really good  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 02 August 2014, 00:58
^^
They look really good  :cool:

Thanks! I love em
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 August 2014, 07:10
^^
They look really good  :cool:

Thanks! I love em

Got some similar pics of my xenons at night and yours look spot on in comparison, very oem.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ginge 35Edition on 02 August 2014, 10:55
Gave it a much needed waxing, then the rain came.  Beads nicely though.

Whilst cleaning, noticed lots of tiny silver particles bonded to the paintwork, fallout of some kind?  Wasn't there couple weeks ago, trying to think back to where it's been parked recently :undecided:  Needs a thorough decontamination.

Bec, send me an email to remind me (work address) and I'll send you a WOWO sample of their water only clay to try.

Ginge
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 August 2014, 15:44

Bec, send me an email to remind me (work address) and I'll send you a WOWO sample of their water only clay to try.

Ginge

Cheers Neil, that'd be great, I'll drop you an email. 

If it's half as good as the WOWO wash mitt, I have very high hopes for it  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 03 August 2014, 00:56
^^
They look really good  :cool:

Thanks! I love em

Got some similar pics of my xenons at night and yours look spot on in comparison, very oem.

Haha thanks! I know OEM ones are slightly different colour. Around 4300k I believe. I wanna see a side by side comparison in person, sometimes i get paranoid that my LED's may be too bright but thankfully I haven't been pulled over yet! Believe it or not, a couple weeks ago i got pulled over for doing 30 in a 30! the police said I was driving suspiciously and i should hurry up :S
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 03 August 2014, 06:56
Not with all the police camera vans and county cars about checking speeding you shouldn't.  Think they are having a big clamp down in the northeast.
The lights look ok not likely to get stopped for them as mercs ones are blinding as are some of the audi ones and the police would just think yours are oem.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 04 August 2014, 13:18
Out with the old lines, in with some sexy HEL Blue ones - Also gave the calipers a quick 2 coats to spruce them back up.

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_1623_zps565b9ee6.jpg)

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_1622_zps50953798.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 04 August 2014, 16:27
A clean and first go with the DA  :smiley:

Wheels just washed with Dodo Juice BTBM as Gtechniq C5 and regular top ups with FK1000p have kept these well protected. Rest of the car was also washed with BTBM and then gone over with Auto Finesse Finale. Exhausts polished with Megs NXT Metal Polish, trims done with Auto Finesse Revive and glass cleaned with AG Fast Glass. Tyres dressed with Zaino Z16.

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5569/14827378652_dbca5a42dc_b.jpg)
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5586/14824662531_c7055f900e_b.jpg)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3898/14827381292_8244af9083_b.jpg)
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2904/14641201547_29cc852e01_b.jpg)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3851/14825391384_96bc2272b5_b.jpg)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3881/14824660171_ed0b9489b8_b.jpg)

Focus was on the rear spoiler for polishing today, as I wanted to focus on a small section, take my time and see how it went. Result picture here is after passes with Poorboys SSR2.5 on an Orange CG Hexlogic pad, then SSR2 on a Green Hexlogic followed by SSR1 on a White Hexlogic. Finally protected with three coats of Sonax BSD and then two coats of Fk1000p. The amount of actual correction done is hard to see and even harder to photograph at the min (I have a sun gun arriving on Thurs) but I'm pretty happy with the gloss seen here  :smiley::

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3899/14641208007_0906ced132_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 04 August 2014, 17:30
A clean and first go with the DA  :smiley:

Wheels just washed with Dodo Juice BTBM as Gtechniq C5 and regular top ups with FK1000p have kept these well protected. Rest of the car was also washed with BTBM and then gone over with Auto Finesse Finale. Exhausts polished with Megs NXT Metal Polish, trims done with Auto Finesse Revive and glass cleaned with AG Fast Glass. Tyres dressed with Zaino Z16.

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5569/14827378652_dbca5a42dc_b.jpg)
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5586/14824662531_c7055f900e_b.jpg)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3898/14827381292_8244af9083_b.jpg)
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2904/14641201547_29cc852e01_b.jpg)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3851/14825391384_96bc2272b5_b.jpg)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3881/14824660171_ed0b9489b8_b.jpg)

Focus was on the rear spoiler for polishing today, as I wanted to focus on a small section, take my time and see how it went. Result picture here is after passes with Poorboys SSR2.5 on an Orange CG Hexlogic pad, then SSR2 on a Green Hexlogic followed by SSR1 on a White Hexlogic. Finally protected with three coats of Sonax BSD and then two coats of Fk1000p. The amount of actual correction done is hard to see and even harder to photograph at the min (I have a sun gun arriving on Thurs) but I'm pretty happy with the gloss seen here  :smiley::

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3899/14641208007_0906ced132_b.jpg)
looks really good Mr Seabrook  :evil:my exhaust tips are bogging at the mo so just need motivation and they might look half as good as yours
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 04 August 2014, 17:39
Cheers Charlie, they could still do with a bit of work close up, but getting the DA on the car at last was the priority today, especially seeing the weather that's in store for the rest of the week (typical when I have a week off and want to make some progress lol!). I've just noticed too that I haven't got rid of that dealer sticker in the rear screen yet, I have a feeling someone will bug me about that  :drool:

Edit: Didn't mention in the main post but the rest of the car (i.e. not the wheels and spoiler) is wearing Gtechniq C2v3 with Collinite 845 over the top applied a couple of months back.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 04 August 2014, 17:59
Well I could always pm her but I think it won't be long till she notices :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 04 August 2014, 18:01
No I don't expect it will be long either  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 04 August 2014, 19:52
What sticker? 

:grin: (my ears were burning).  I'm disappointed you haven't got a collection of Magic tree air fresheners hanging from the rear view mirror to compliment it. 

Joking aside, it looks stunning, especially the spoiler - top job  :cool:  Tornado red always looks amazing when properly detailed, it has gloss like no other colour.  I'm quite envious when I see pictures like yours.  I've never been tempted to get a red car though, not sure why??  :huh:

How did the hex logic pads hold up?  What size did you use on spoiler, 5.5" or 4"?  I'm in the market for some new pads, so just picking your brain.  I see you went straight in with the SSR 2.5 and then moved onto less abrasive compounds.  Were you not tempted to start with the less abrasive and step up from there, or were the swirls enough to warrant the heavier stuff first?  For exhaust tips, recommend Mothers Mag and Aluminium polish. It's brilliant for getting rid of stubborn carbon deposits, my previous combo of Auto Finesse metal polish / Autosol and 000 grade steel wool, has been consigned to the bin.

Can't wait to see the end result when you've done the whole car.  In the meantime, shoot over here and do mine, it's in desperate need of a decon and polish and I just don't know when I'm going to find the time to do it  :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 04 August 2014, 20:48
Haha no I'm more of a Jelly Belly person  :drool:

I'd never thought really about getting a red car either until my mum got one, a red A3. After seeing that it was definitely a colour I wanted, plus it just seemed right for a GTI :)

The hex logic pads have been great, I'm just using the 5.5s for now but I can see myself placing an order for more of those and some 4" ones very soon! As for starting with SSR2.5, I told a small lie on my part. I had actually tested out the polishes and pad combos on the spoiler a few weeks ago, but that was really just a very small test and nothing that warranted writing about. From this I knew that I'd need a few passes with 2.5 on the orange to hit the swirls and there was also a very small patch of bird bomb etching that I wet sanded and needed to remove the sanding marks. I did three passes with 2.5 and five each with SSR2 and 1. It looked okay out in the daylight, not 100% correction but I'm waiting for the sun gun to arrive on Thurs to see the true extent of what's needed. All I aimed for today was a bit of improvement and getting some experience with the machine.

Never tried another metal polish so I may have to give the Mothers a go. Might sneak into the basket of my next detailing order  :tongue:

Haha I would come Rebecca but I made a pact with myself when I sold the Alfa that I'd never touch another black car ever again! Anyway weather for the rest of my week off looks miserable and it's actually chucking down with rain right now so I might not even get much more done on my car! Typical!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 04 August 2014, 22:27
Haha no I'm more of a Jelly Belly person  :drool:

What flavour? :drool:


Haha I would come Rebecca but I made a pact with myself when I sold the Alfa that I'd never touch another black car ever again! Anyway weather for the rest of my week off looks miserable and it's actually chucking down with rain right now so I might not even get much more done on my car! Typical!

Black cars are not that bad, you lightweight  :grin:

The weather always knows when you've got a detail planned  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 04 August 2014, 23:01
What flavour? :drool:

All of them at once  :laugh:

Black cars are not that bad, you lightweight  :grin:

The weather always knows when you've got a detail planned  :rolleyes:

I couldn't hack it, maybe if I had a special weekend car but never again on a daily driver. It didn't stand up well to the mileage I do (I've done almost 10k since I got the GTI at the end of Feb  :evil:)
Damn that weather, too dark outside to even go admire the beading either  :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 05 August 2014, 20:17
Took a drive over to Letchworth VW to order some bits:

Genuine GTI front and rear mat set
Left and right foglight access covers for the front arches (been missing since I bought the car).

With regards to these covers in the arches, I understand they don't stay in that well and are prone to falling out? Anyone got any methods for keeping them in place? I've seen some people make lanyards for them but I'd rather not go drilling holes in the arch liner if I can help it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 05 August 2014, 21:58
Took a drive over to Letchworth VW to order some bits:

Genuine GTI front and rear mat set
Left and right foglight access covers for the front arches (been missing since I bought the car).

With regards to these covers in the arches, I understand they don't stay in that well and are prone to falling out? Anyone got any methods for keeping them in place? I've seen some people make lanyards for them but I'd rather not go drilling holes in the arch liner if I can help it.

Yeah i did this on mine and it works great. you cant tell a month later. best way by far, never go missing again.

http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthread.php?4957799-LOSING-ACCESS-COVERS-Try-This-Simple-Mod&highlight=access+cover+plate
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 06 August 2014, 21:10
I collected my mk 6 tornado red 3 dr GTi. 2010 29000 miles in absolutely immaculate condition. Love the tartan interior. Already pricing the mods up.

These rear led lights, can genuine VW lights be fitted and coded? I'm not keen on aftermarket parts and the risk of error codes.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mustard on 06 August 2014, 21:36
I fitted the genuine VW lights as I got a good deal, coding, once I worked out which was easy. It depends on the year and whether you have halogen or xenons, which code you use for byte 18
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 06 August 2014, 22:01
I have halogens. Where's the best place to buy the OEM led lights? The dealership or a independent parts company?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: hef on 07 August 2014, 23:54
fitted airtec stage 2 cooler this evening and autotech HPFP ready for it's trip to Awesome tomorrow for mapping.

Shame a few of the mounting holes didn't line up...at all  :undecided:

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/hefinhyper/IMG_20140807_191303.jpg) (http://s239.photobucket.com/user/hefinhyper/media/IMG_20140807_191303.jpg.html)

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/hefinhyper/20140807_192031.jpg) (http://s239.photobucket.com/user/hefinhyper/media/20140807_192031.jpg.html)

Nice piece of kit otherwise
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 08 August 2014, 19:57
Booked it in for a 4th service and air con service 73k on the clock.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 10 August 2014, 12:03
Trip to AKS yesterday to apply a few touches, fitted S3 jack pads finally,only had them 6 months, satin chrome glovebox handle,R rev pcv,NGK BKR7EiX iridium plugs,Pre-Cat removed at last,Oil change to Millers nanodrive 5/40 and finally Revo stage 1.
 Was going for the DSG software and SPS but no file for my box yet  :sad:and sps out of stock :rolleyes:

Went for a quick drive (about 10 mile round trip) to top up with Nitro+ unleaded after pre cat and oil change before the map was done, I must say the pre cat is a well worthwhile mod,so much more responsive,especially at low revs ,really makes the car feel lighter :smiley: with only an ever so slight increase in NVH that I can live with.

If I'm brutally honest I cant say I'm really  blown away with the performance of the Revo Map on first impressions,compared to the APR that I had on my previous edition 30,which was like "holy shiiit hang on"....but that could be down to me having to get used to  the linear throttle of the Revo,i will try it without the linear option and tweak with the sps (once I get one) before making a decision to keep or not , however its a lot nicer with Revo to pootle about in compared to the 30,somewhare in between the two would be perfect.
one negative is it has changed the behaviour of the DSG shifts,for some reason it seems to hold onto gears in downshifts now in D mode :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ben gttdi on 10 August 2014, 12:11
Trip to AKS yesterday to apply a few touches, fitted S3 jack pads finally,only had them 6 months, satin chrome glovebox handle,R rev pcv,NGK BKR7EiX iridium plugs,Pre-Cat removed at last,Oil change to Millers nanodrive 5/40 and finally Revo stage 1.
 Was going for the DSG software and SPS but no file for my box yet  :sad:and sps out of stock :rolleyes:

Went for a quick drive (about 10 mile round trip) to top up with Nitro+ unleaded after pre cat and oil change before the map was done, I must say the pre cat is a well worthwhile mod,so much more responsive,especially at low revs ,really makes the car feel lighter :smiley: with only an ever so slight increase in NVH that I can live with.

If I'm brutally honest I cant say I'm really  blown away with the performance of the Revo Map on first impressions,compared to the APR that I had on my previous edition 30,which was like "holy shiiit hang on"....but that could be down to me having to get used to  the linear throttle of the Revo,i will try it without the linear option and tweak with the sps (once I get one) before making a decision to keep or not , however its a lot nicer with Revo to pootle about in compared to the 30,somewhare in between the two would be perfect.
one negative is it has changed the behaviour of the DSG shifts,for some reason it seems to hold onto gears in downshifts now in D mode :evil:

what was required to remove the pre-cat?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 10 August 2014, 12:40
Don't know the technical terms...but basically its Downpipe off,make big hole in middle of restrictive gubbins where downpipe joins turbo,break away remains,clean up pipe and refit.
 pretty simple job really ,but I couldn't be bothered with it all,if you are like me give Alex a call at AKS Tuning in Bedford, he will have it done in under an Hour.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 11 August 2014, 12:34
Just had to replace 3 tyres, not good when tax, service and insurance are all within 2 weeks of one another!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: BadgerGTD on 11 August 2014, 22:12
30k miles service & brake fluid change.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: sajymundo on 12 August 2014, 13:13
2 x Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 (91Y) fitted to the front as Pirelli P6000's were done.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mike. on 12 August 2014, 21:49
Got a flat tyre and when changing to the space saver at the side of the road the jack slipped and put a dent in the sill  :angry:

(http://www.thewindinglane.co.uk/images/mk6gti/misc/dent.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 12 August 2014, 22:07
^^^^ wow that has really f**ked it up, I HATE scissor jacks.......
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: hef on 12 August 2014, 22:20
ahhh that really sucks :(
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mike. on 12 August 2014, 22:35
Yea, not very happy, it was raining and I couldn't really see under the car but thought the base of the jack was far enough under the car but it slipped out.
At least a full scissor jack is more stable but the one that comes in the golf is so dodgy.

Don't think anyone could remove the dent as there is no way in to the back of it, the plastic strip is about £80 so not to bad and at least the tyre was repairable, it was only a few thousand miles old.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 12 August 2014, 22:50
Yea, not very happy, it was raining and I couldn't really see under the car but thought the base of the jack was far enough under the car but it slipped out.
At least a full scissor jack is more stable but the one that comes in the golf is so dodgy.

Don't think anyone could remove the dent as there is no way in to the back of it, the plastic strip is about £80 so not to bad and at least the tyre was repairable, it was only a few thousand miles old.

Looks nasty  :sick:

What about paintless dent removal, glue pulling technique used on areas they can't get to the back/underside of? 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 13 August 2014, 10:10
VW dealer may be able to pull the dent out and replace side skirt, if not its a new sill section

National Tyres jacked my scirocco up incorrectly and did a similar thing, quoted £400 to pull out but ended up needing a new section and a bill of £1,000 went their way
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 13 August 2014, 19:58
Got a flat tyre and when changing to the space saver at the side of the road the jack slipped and put a dent in the sill  :angry:

(http://www.thewindinglane.co.uk/images/mk6gti/misc/dent.jpg)

Ouch!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 18 August 2014, 19:16
Got a flat tyre and when changing to the space saver at the side of the road the jack slipped and put a dent in the sill  :angry:

(http://www.thewindinglane.co.uk/images/mk6gti/misc/dent.jpg)

Ouch!

I've got myself one of the, almost did it in slow motion and all I could do was sit there and watch  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Daz_G6R on 19 August 2014, 01:37
Stage 1, Revo Map done Saturday, more than happy, thanks Dave at ADS.  :wink:

 (http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn189/spinningbackKick/00A8CB73-5EDF-4ED2-BB4D-BF0F8660B7AF_zpsuz7soqa6.jpg) (http://s304.photobucket.com/user/spinningbackKick/media/00A8CB73-5EDF-4ED2-BB4D-BF0F8660B7AF_zpsuz7soqa6.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 19 August 2014, 20:11
A spot of waxing 

Wax comparison thread http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=269693.msg2473015#msg2473015

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5574/14785818859_826cdf66b4_c.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/14785818859/)

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3867/14966825061_f90e10e975_c.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/14966825061/)

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Post by: SRGTD on 19 August 2014, 20:31
A spot of waxing

That looks ace  :cool: - lovely shiny wet look finish. You can't beat a freshly polished and waxed black car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 20 August 2014, 00:33
Looks stunning booth  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 20 August 2014, 08:19
Looks like you are spending too much time on the car. The hedge is looking a bit neglected.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 August 2014, 09:26
Looks like you are spending too much time on the car. The hedge is looking a bit neglected.

Did you have a good holiday.

Hedges should ideally be cut outside of bird nesting season (March to August).  I'm surprised you didn't know that.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Big_Dave on 20 August 2014, 11:07
Both look smart  :wink:

Mine's 2 months into a 6 month Golf sabbatical  :cry: :angry:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 20 August 2014, 11:25
Looks like you are spending too much time on the car. The hedge is looking a bit neglected.
bit rude dubber you get out the wrong side of bed
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 20 August 2014, 12:18
Looks like you are spending too much time on the car. The hedge is looking a bit neglected.

Did you have a good holiday.

Hedges should ideally be cut outside of bird nesting season (March to August).  I'm surprised you didn't know that.

Yes thank you. Extremely grumpy about being back tho'.

I know all too well about ecology issues. They get in the way of us building in rural areas all the time. Since when did bats roosting in a roof take priority over humans building somewhere to live? I figure that if I make enough noise early on in the year, the birds will find someone else's hedge to make their home in.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 August 2014, 13:05

I know all too well about ecology issues. They get in the way of us building in rural areas all the time. Since when did bats roosting in a roof take priority over humans building somewhere to live? I figure that if I make enough noise early on in the year, the birds will find someone else's hedge to make their home in.

Maybe you should move to the city, but the. I guess you wouldn't like the urban wildlife.  :wink:

We work at different ends of the spectrum, as my work is about ensuring adequate quality open space is provided in rural and urban development, and protecting and enhancing existing open space, including biodiversity.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 20 August 2014, 17:39
Don't be grumpy dubber it just isn't worth it and I learnt something today about when to give the hedge the chop. I live in the countryside and I do enjoy the birds and the bees but I wish the former would stop using my car as target practise
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 20 August 2014, 18:09
A spot of waxing 

Wax comparison thread http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=269693.msg2473015#msg2473015

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5574/14785818859_826cdf66b4_c.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/14785818859/)

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3867/14966825061_f90e10e975_c.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/14966825061/)

Wow!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 20 August 2014, 18:11
I don't suppose I'm anymore grumpy than usual, it's just having to come back to this cold, wet, miserable weather.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 20 August 2014, 19:08
Put the GTI badge back on the boot of my car. Put some red/chrome GTI fender badges of the mk7 on my car. I think they look great on my red GTI. Normally I de-badge my cars but I quite like the GTI badges. Fitted my osram night breakers unlimited bulbs. Simple add on's but I really like my new badges.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 August 2014, 19:09
I don't suppose I'm anymore grumpy than usual, it's just having to come back to this cold, wet, miserable weather.

Cold?  Wet maybe, but it's not that bad.  Post holiday blues eh, stop moaning dubber  :grin:

I should have been in the Maldives for last fortnight but had to cancel due to family illness.  So to console myself I waxed the car.  To hell with the hedge.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 August 2014, 19:34
Put the GTI badge back on the boot of my car. Put some red/chrome GTI fender badges of the mk7 on my car. I think they look great on my red GTI. Normally I de-badge my cars but I quite like the GTI badges. Fitted my osram night breakers unlimited bulbs. Simple add on's but I really like my new badges.

Any pics?  Undecided about the red wing badges on the mk7 but nice to see them on a mk6
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 20 August 2014, 19:51
I don't suppose I'm anymore grumpy than usual, it's just having to come back to this cold, wet, miserable weather.

Cold?  Wet maybe, but it's not that bad.  Post holiday blues eh, stop moaning dubber  :grin:

I should have been in the Maldives for last fortnight but had to cancel due to family illness.  So to console myself I waxed the car.  To hell with the hedge.
Maldives booth sharks are in the Maldives so your safer over here we have also cancelled holidays this year due to another back op that I require no holiday no golf no waxing car but there is always a silver lining I can still go cycling with my daughter did 23 miles today with her in the child seat quality   :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 20 August 2014, 20:42
I managed to get some cycling done whilst in France, but not ridden since getting home. I need to get a few miles in as I signed up for my first 100K event today.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 August 2014, 21:01

Maldives booth sharks are in the Maldives so your safer over here we have also cancelled holidays this year due to another back op that I require no holiday no golf no waxing car but there is always a silver lining I can still go cycling with my daughter did 23 miles today with her in the child seat quality   :cool:

I don't mind the sharks, the little black tipped reef sharks always give humans a wide berth.  Great snorkelling and diving.  We're going in Jan instead so something to look forward to. 

Hope your op goes well charlie, good that you can still get out on the bike but you must be missing your golf.  Went cycling with my daughter last weekend.  She did her first active mountain bike trail with me and loved it.  Just as well, it's compulsory to like cycling in my family, my dad used to road race and in my youth I used to time trial.   Most of our family camping holidays were spent following either the Tour de France or various other grand tours. 

I managed to get some cycling done whilst in France, but not ridden since getting home. I need to get a few miles in as I signed up for my first 100K event today.

Serious training then dubber?  My mate is doing the London to Nice race next month.  She tried to persuade me to join her, but failed  :grin: 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 20 August 2014, 21:04
Finally got some serious miles under my belt in her, along some mighty fine roads. Snowdonia is a beautiful place to drive in.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 20 August 2014, 21:33

I know all too well about ecology issues. They get in the way of us building in rural areas all the time. Since when did bats roosting in a roof take priority over humans building somewhere to live? I figure that if I make enough noise early on in the year, the birds will find someone else's hedge to make their home in.

Maybe you should move to the city, but the. I guess you wouldn't like the urban wildlife.  :wink:

We work at different ends of the spectrum, as my work is about ensuring adequate quality open space is provided in rural and urban development, and protecting and enhancing existing open space, including biodiversity.

Good for you way too much mediocre stuff gets built and don't get me started on horrors under permitted development
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 August 2014, 21:46

Maybe you should move to the city, but the. I guess you wouldn't like the urban wildlife.  :wink:

We work at different ends of the spectrum, as my work is about ensuring adequate quality open space is provided in rural and urban development, and protecting and enhancing existing open space, including biodiversity.

Good for you way too much mediocre stuff gets built and don't get me started on horrors under permitted development

Totally agree.  I've just finished writing a supplementary planning document which includes best practice for developers to properly design open space as an integral part of the development (especially larger schemes) instead of using what's left over as the token greenspace offering, which has been the practice for too long.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 21 August 2014, 12:36

Maldives booth sharks are in the Maldives so your safer over here we have also cancelled holidays this year due to another back op that I require no holiday no golf no waxing car but there is always a silver lining I can still go cycling with my daughter did 23 miles today with her in the child seat quality   :cool:

I don't mind the sharks, the little black tipped reef sharks always give humans a wide berth.  Great snorkelling and diving.  We're going in Jan instead so something to look forward to. 

Hope your op goes well charlie, good that you can still get out on the bike but you must be missing your golf.  Went cycling with my daughter last weekend.  She did her first active mountain bike trail with me and loved it.  Just as well, it's compulsory to like cycling in my family, my dad used to road race and in my youth I used to time trial.   Most of our family camping holidays were spent following either the Tour de France or various other grand tours. 

I managed to get some cycling done whilst in France, but not ridden since getting home. I need to get a few miles in as I signed up for my first 100K event today.

Serious training then dubber?  My mate is doing the London to Nice race next month.  She tried to persuade me to join her, but failed  :grin:
cheers booth just one of life's blips sent to test us this is my third op on the back so getting used to it. Cycling I'm just a cycle for fitness type so dubbers 100 k out of my league. 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 21 August 2014, 13:53
I've just finished writing a supplementary planning document which includes best practice for developers to properly design open space as an integral part of the development (especially larger schemes) instead of using what's left over as the token greenspace offering, which has been the practice for too long.

The problem with having to leave too much open space, is that the developer can't maximize the full potential of the site and in some cases, the whole project could become unsustainable. It could be said the your policies should be taken into account when the site is valued, but for developers that have been sitting on land that they paid top dollar for before the crash, it could be yet another nail in the coffin.
 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 21 August 2014, 14:00
Cycling I'm just a cycle for fitness type so dubbers 100 k out of my league.

I used to ride a lot 20 years ago, but life took away all of my spare time. I started out again on my mountain bike with narrow, slick tyres on earlier this year, but struggled to do 15-20 miles. I took some good advise, bought a road bike and had it properly fitted and haven't looked back. I'm 44 and a long way off being fit, but having the right equipment makes a massive difference. 4 months ago I wouldn't have even considered such an event, but now I really feel like I am in with a chance of completing it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 August 2014, 15:01

The problem with having to leave too much open space, is that the developer can't maximize the full potential of the site and in some cases, the whole project could become unsustainable. It could be said the your policies should be taken into account when the site is valued, but for developers that have been sitting on land that they paid top dollar for before the crash, it could be yet another nail in the coffin.

Who said anything about leaving too much open space? 

Adequate, appropriate, well designed and high quality open space is the key on larger developments.  I understand the point you make about it needing to be a viable financial proposition for the developer.  However your response demonstrates part of my point that open space is still seen as secondary (the poor cousin) in development when in fact it should be of equal importance as the built environment.  I could go on about the importance of accessible greenspace to people's mental and physical wellbeing, as well as creating a 'sense of place' for communities, and equally I could give you plenty of examples of long term problems resulting from poorly designed developments with inadequate outdoor space but I suspect people would rather we talk about cars  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 21 August 2014, 17:49
Cycling I'm just a cycle for fitness type so dubbers 100 k out of my league.

I used to ride a lot 20 years ago, but life took away all of my spare time. I started out again on my mountain bike with narrow, slick tyres on earlier this year, but struggled to do 15-20 miles. I took some good advise, bought a road bike and had it properly fitted and haven't looked back. I'm 44 and a long way off being fit, but having the right equipment makes a massive difference. 4 months ago I wouldn't have even considered such an event, but now I really feel like I am in with a chance of completing it.
dubber same age as me. My cycling is all done with a 16 month old in a child seat on a 29er hardtail which is enjoyable but much easier when I'm by myself. Have toyed with the idea of a road bike maybe one day but for know 10 to 12 mile is a good workout  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 22 August 2014, 08:10
cheers booth just one of life's blips sent to test us...

Had enough of life's blips at the moment charlie.  Found one of our cats run over and killed on the road outside our house this morning.  Fate seems determined to rob us of a cat  :cry:

Bloody cars!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 22 August 2014, 09:28
 :sad: Things can surely only get better from now on.
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Post by: charlie on 22 August 2014, 09:40
Bad news booth but like what dubber says things can only get better positive thinking and all that
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 22 August 2014, 10:57
Dropped car off at Lethworth VW for an inspection service. Can't believe I've done 10000miles in 6 months but I can't get enough of driving her :) And it will feel brilliant to be back in the GTI again later after spending the day in a 1.2 Polo!

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 22 August 2014, 13:39
Had a mate do some spraying for me. Had rear diffuser, side skirts, and fog grills sprayed in gloss black:

First sanded and high build primer:

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_1662_zps9d7c737a.jpg)

Then both sprayed in Gloss Black, he said they have come out great. I will post pics when they are fitted.

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_1664_zps6b22471f.jpg)

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_1666_zpsba3805cb.jpg)


Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Dipesh2031 on 24 August 2014, 08:53
^^ Really want to have this done! I'm sure it will look amazing after!  :laugh:
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Post by: Snooze on 24 August 2014, 11:39
I've always thought the skirts, diffuser look best in a Matt colour.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 August 2014, 12:49
I've always thought the skirts, diffuser look best in a Matt colour.

I think it depends on the colour of the car, whether they suit or not.  I thought about doing mine in gloss black but decided it might look a bit one dimensional if everything was glossy black on a black car, so left it. 

Looks good against red or white though and think it would suit CSG too as it adds a bit of definition and detail.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 24 August 2014, 15:25
Fitted a pipercross panel filter and dressed my engine bay.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 30 August 2014, 13:57
Fitted my new genuine GTI mats  :smiley:

The embroided red GTI on both front mats look the bollocks but having spent £70 on them I now don't wanna put my feet on them  :rolleyes:

Look great though, really make the interior.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 30 August 2014, 14:27
Fitted my new genuine GTI mats  :smiley:

The embroided red GTI on both front mats look the nuts but having spent £70 on them I now don't wanna put my feet on them  :rolleyes:

Look great though, really make the interior.

£70 on mats....WTF!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 30 August 2014, 14:32
Fitted my new genuine GTI mats  :smiley:

The embroided red GTI on both front mats look the nuts but having spent £70 on them I now don't wanna put my feet on them  :rolleyes:

Look great though, really make the interior.

£70 on mats....WTF!!




I know! It was a case of wanting them so bad but the price is crazy for mats no matter how good of quality there are but they are the bollocks.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 30 August 2014, 15:34
Just returned from AKS after having the map tweaked a bit,got rid of the linear throttle(stock is better for everyday use),and had the stage1 Revo DSG software installed.
 DSG map has made the car,miles better now, smoother quicker changes and the jerky nature of the latest VAG software has been removed and that's just in D mode,makes some barky noises in manual/S mode aswell.

After a 45 mile journey home,of which the last 22 miles were on my usual journey home from work roads I can honestly say I could live without the engine map but NOT the gearbox map.

Brakes next and some suspension lightening (Brembo's,S3 hubs and arms etc.)  watch this space..... with some piccys aswell :cool:
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Post by: ajmoir36 on 30 August 2014, 15:46
Just rolled over 74k
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 30 August 2014, 20:25
Fitted my new genuine GTI mats  :smiley:

The embroided red GTI on both front mats look the nuts but having spent £70 on them I now don't wanna put my feet on them  :rolleyes:

Look great though, really make the interior.

I've got some on order that I'm hoping to pick up tomorrow :) Mine were £65 from dealer, where'd you get yours?
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Post by: seabrook132 on 30 August 2014, 20:26
Just returned from AKS after having the map tweaked a bit,got rid of the linear throttle(stock is better for everyday use),and had the stage1 Revo DSG software installed.
 DSG map has made the car,miles better now, smoother quicker changes and the jerky nature of the latest VAG software has been removed and that's just in D mode,makes some barky noises in manual/S mode aswell.

After a 45 mile journey home,of which the last 22 miles were on my usual journey home from work roads I can honestly say I could live without the engine map but NOT the gearbox map.

Brakes next and some suspension lightening (Brembo's,S3 hubs and arms etc.)  watch this space..... with some piccys aswell :cool:

Oooo brembos! Would that be the boxster 4 pot calliper by any chance?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 30 August 2014, 20:53
Fitted my new genuine GTI mats  :smiley:

The embroided red GTI on both front mats look the nuts but having spent £70 on them I now don't wanna put my feet on them  :rolleyes:

Look great though, really make the interior.

I've got some on order that I'm hoping to pick up tomorrow :) Mine were £65 from dealer, where'd you get yours?



Got mine from a VAG outlet on ebay, £65 plus £5 delivery. There excellent quality and look great so the expense is kinda worth it
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 30 August 2014, 21:28
Glad to hear about the quality of them, I'm planning to use these as summer mats only and then the standard ones already in the car for the wintery weather months :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 August 2014, 21:32
Glad to hear about the quality of them, I'm planning to use these as summer mats only and then the standard ones already in the car for the wintery weather months :)

That's what I do.  Occasionally use a set of rubber mats if I'm visiting ver muddy sites over winter.

I like the GTI mats but wish the logo and red edge stitching stood out a bit more, they seem to dull down over time.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 30 August 2014, 21:35
I've give my mats a nice coating of chemical guys fabric guard to hopefully keep them from spoiling and make them easier to clean but I too will use the original non GTI mats over the winter then the GTI mats when the weathers right
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Post by: seabrook132 on 30 August 2014, 21:39
Sounds like we've got the same plan :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 31 August 2014, 00:12
Just returned from AKS after having the map tweaked a bit,got rid of the linear throttle(stock is better for everyday use),and had the stage1 Revo DSG software installed.
 DSG map has made the car,miles better now, smoother quicker changes and the jerky nature of the latest VAG software has been removed and that's just in D mode,makes some barky noises in manual/S mode aswell.

After a 45 mile journey home,of which the last 22 miles were on my usual journey home from work roads I can honestly say I could live without the engine map but NOT the gearbox map.

Brakes next and some suspension lightening (Brembo's,S3 hubs and arms etc.)  watch this space..... with some piccys aswell :cool:

Oooo brembos! Would that be the boxster 4 pot calliper by any chance?



No, Aston DB9 fronts
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 31 August 2014, 00:23
Wow, what size discs are going on then?
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Post by: Snoopy on 31 August 2014, 19:32
What did i do today. I made myself look a right idiot. :embarrassed:

I ran the fuel just that little bit too low......thats right it ran out DOH!....Dam that reserve drops fast   :embarrassed:

Thats the first time in 24 years ive done that...   :embarrassed: :lipsrsealed:
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Post by: dubber36 on 31 August 2014, 19:45
I did that about 25 years ago, but was only a couple of hundred yard from home, so pushed it. There was enough in the mowers can to get me to the petrol station, so no great shakes.

I've play roulette with the Passat. Once having gone 40 miles past 0 miles left to empty, only to fill up and find I still had 5 litres to spare.
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Post by: RocketRossUK on 31 August 2014, 22:36
Bit of maintainence today, I removed and checked my DV that I fitted 10k  miles ago, still look brand new.

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_1696_zps99cacfb6.jpg)

Also decided to Seafoam the car as I will be changing my oil this week. Has the can of it for a few months, was a bit nervous doing but it defo seems to have made the idle a bit smoother and maybe felt about 5% stronger on WOT pulls.

I followed this video if anyone is interested;

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DmMvi7o6Ja4
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 01 September 2014, 20:44
Blew it a kiss and gave it a birthday present of door sill guards (to fit tommorow) :grin: 

Had it 2 years today. 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 02 September 2014, 07:58
It'll be MOT time before you know it. They seem to grow up so quickly these days.
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Post by: Booth11 on 02 September 2014, 09:06
It'll be MOT time before you know it. They seem to grow up so quickly these days.

 :grin:

It'll be gone before MOT time.  Kicked out into the big bad world to fend for itself.

The thought of someone putting it through a car wash makes me shudder  :sick:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 02 September 2014, 11:16
The thought of someone putting it through a car wash makes me shudder  :sick:

I know that one. I had been thinking about changing the Golf in the spring. I was talking to my cousin the other day about this and he said that he would like to buy it when the time came. Now he's not one for taking too much care of his cars, so I'm not sure that I could sell it to him. If it's sold and it's gone far away, that's one thing, but to see it around looking sorry for itself after all my hard work...I wouldn't like that one bit.

Much like my Mk2. That comes out of the garage to go to 2-3 shows a year. It's really not worth me having it, but I won't sell it. It's mine and I'm very protective of that. All part of my mentalness I guess.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 02 September 2014, 12:08
The thought of someone putting it through a car wash makes me shudder  :sick:

I know that one. I had been thinking about changing the Golf in the spring. I was talking to my cousin the other day about this and he said that he would like to buy it when the time came. Now he's not one for taking too much care of his cars, so I'm not sure that I could sell it to him. If it's sold and it's gone far away, that's one thing, but to see it around looking sorry for itself after all my hard work...I wouldn't like that one bit.

Much like my Mk2. That comes out of the garage to go to 2-3 shows a year. It's really not worth me having it, but I won't sell it. It's mine and I'm very protective of that. All part of my mentalness I guess.

To those that know, it's understandable. To everyone else, it's something that can't be explained.  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 September 2014, 12:44
The thought of someone putting it through a car wash makes me shudder  :sick:

I know that one. I had been thinking about changing the Golf in the spring. I was talking to my cousin the other day about this and he said that he would like to buy it when the time came. Now he's not one for taking too much care of his cars, so I'm not sure that I could sell it to him. If it's sold and it's gone far away, that's one thing, but to see it around looking sorry for itself after all my hard work...I wouldn't like that one
I know that one. I had been thinking about changing the Golf in the spring. I was talking to my cousin the other day about this and he said that he would like to buy it when the time came. Now he's not one for taking too much care of his cars, so I'm not sure that I could sell it to him. If it's sold and it's gone far away, that's one thing, but to see it around looking sorry for itself after all my hard work...I wouldn't like that one bit.

Much like my Mk2. That comes out of the garage to go to 2-3 shows a year. It's really not worth me having it, but I won't sell it. It's mine and I'm very protective of that. All part of my mentalness I guess.

Yeah, I completely understand you wanting to keep your lovely mk2 and the fears for the mk6.

I remember when my partner told me he'd seen my previous mk5 around town.  I was grilled him, asking how it looked, was the paintwork ok, etc, etc?  I've seen it myself twice since and it looks pretty well cared for which is a relief.

Being even more obsessive with my mk6, when it does go, I hope it goes far, far away, so I can't witness it's decline   :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 02 September 2014, 13:04
Being even more obsessive with my mk6, when it does go, I hope it goes far, far away, so I can't witness it's decline   :cry:

If it's that nice a car (which it obviously is) why change it and let someone else get the benefit?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 September 2014, 16:20
Being even more obsessive with my mk6, when it does go, I hope it goes far, far away, so I can't witness it's decline   :cry:

If it's that nice a car (which it obviously is) why change it and let someone else get the benefit?

Someone will get the benefit sooner or later, unless I keep it forever.

It's a lovely car, and I could easily hold onto it longer than 3 years, but I have an R itch that won't go away.  I almost bought the mk6 R but let my partner talk me out it as he thought it looked too bland compared to the GTI.  There was always the intention to go for a mk7 once it had been out a while.  The mk7 GTI doesn't really excite me and the R desire remains, so an R it will be.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 02 September 2014, 16:43
Just had the car in at Vw skipton for a minor service, told Ben at servicing that I was concerned with the chain tensioner, he told me to bring the car in the night before so a couple of the technicians could listen to it on a cold start up, got a call this morning saying that there was a small chatter on start up and they are now liaising with the warranty company to have all the offending articles replaced, I would like to thank RocketRoss who recommended I go see Ben as at Vw skipton as they are understanding when comes to cars that a modified that other dealers would straight away say that certain things would invalidate your warranty, and the service was excellent, even got a brand new polo to shoot around for a couple of days in!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 02 September 2014, 16:58
Just had the car in at Vw skipton for a minor service, told Ben at servicing that I was concerned with the chain tensioner, he told me to bring the car in the night before so a couple of the technicians could listen to it on a cold start up, got a call this morning saying that there was a small chatter on start up and they are now liaising with the warranty company to have all the offending articles replaced, I would like to thank RocketRoss who recommended I go see Ben as at Vw skipton as they are understanding when comes to cars that a modified that other dealers would straight away say that certain things would invalidate your warranty, and the service was excellent, even got a brand new polo to shoot around for a couple of days in!

Yep great guy and great garage, I will be taking mine there again in January. Good look Richard, I hope they can push it through for you.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 September 2014, 18:06
Continued with decontamination (iron and tar remover), claying and polishing.  Due to time pressures, having to do the car in stages.  Front and rear all done now, sides still to do.

Also tested a couple of new claying products and did a water beading/sheeting update for my wax comparison thread in the detailing section.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 03 September 2014, 23:46
Did a full oil and filter change (im going to do them every 5k now my engine is on 50K+ miles)

Went with Millers NanoDrive Race Oil this time as it so highly rated by a lot of tuners, so we will see how I get on with it,

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_1705_zps7e85855f.jpg)

Cutting it close though, should have bought the larger version  :undecided:

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_1706_zps1325c5c5.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 04 September 2014, 07:54
If you are going to be changing your oil that often, I'd invest in an oil extractor.

sealey.co.uk/PLPageBuilder.asp?gotonode=ViewProduct&method=mViewProduct&productid=8516&productdescription=&productcode=&category=2&catgroup=258&catmicrogroup=1491&analysiscode=&requiredresults=16
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 04 September 2014, 08:54
If you are going to be changing your oil that often, I'd invest in an oil extractor.

sealey.co.uk/PLPageBuilder.asp?gotonode=ViewProduct&method=mViewProduct&productid=8516&productdescription=&productcode=&category=2&catgroup=258&catmicrogroup=1491&analysiscode=&requiredresults=16

Whats the benefits over draining from sump plug? apart from loosening me of £85?  :grin:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 04 September 2014, 14:13
Updated the firmware on my RNS510 (1st of 3) ahead of installing v11 maps  :cool:

Took around 60 minutes but worked a treat and will do part 2 tongiht hopefully
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 06 September 2014, 18:33
Been a busy day.

Removed my 17" monzas and replaced them with 18" aspiri RS1. Fitted the led number plate units. No errors came up  :smiley:

Refitted rear number plate as I'd fitted it wonky the other day. Domed gel plate looks great.

Ordered some new genuine golf R led rear lights :grin: mega excited about them.

Took pics but don't know how to load on iPad.

Need to lower car now to suit wheels, at the moment it's looking more like a toureg than a golf.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 06 September 2014, 21:04
Had the 4th service and aircon service. Not looking forward to the next Mot in 7 months Mot, cambelt, water pump, brake fluid, and 4x 225/40/18 tyres. Quoted £972! That excludes the Mot so will be over a grand. Not done any discs or pads either from new 74.5k miles. Shocks? New car?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 06 September 2014, 21:45
Given a good clean and waxes applied for my wax test:
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=269880.msg2475469#msg2475469

Also checked if my gti mats had arrived at the dealers yet but still on factory back order  :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 06 September 2014, 22:06
Updated the firmware on my RNS510 (1st of 3) ahead of installing v11 maps  :cool:

Took around 60 minutes but worked a treat and will do part 2 tongiht hopefully

Firmware upgrade done and v11 Maps now installed. Just need to work out how to get the speed cameras back on the POIs  :huh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jonathan_phang on 07 September 2014, 10:34
I got some guys from OEMretrofits.co.uk to fit the latest official VW Bluetooth unit into my GTD. They are based in Bradford but come down the M1 corridor every couple of weeks to save you going up. The guys were friendly, took good care with the trims etc and did a good job.

Used to have a Bury unit that was in the car when I bought it, and I also had a separate BT A2DP receiver for music through the aux slot. Great to have it all integrated now. The call quality is great and its nice not to have to remember to charge the A2DP receiver anymore!

Just need to sort out some updated firmware to get AVRCP (Track names and skipping) working on my 510 and then it will be perfect. Good dry run too, as I want to get front/rear sensors fitted - the full OPS version - and they are pretty decent on the price vs Hazzydays etc.

JP
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 07 September 2014, 12:52
Been a busy day.

Removed my 17" monzas and replaced them with 18" aspiri RS1. Fitted the led number plate units. No errors came up  :smiley:

Refitted rear number plate as I'd fitted it wonky the other day. Domed gel plate looks great.

Ordered some new genuine golf R led rear lights :grin: mega excited about them.

Took pics but don't know how to load on iPad.

Need to lower car now to suit wheels, at the moment it's looking more like a toureg than a golf.

Any luck with your pics yet?   Like to see the new number plate and wheels.  Just noticed my rear number plate has a small split at the bottom.  No big deal but if it deteriorates might be an excuse to get something different.

If you're posting from an ipad you still need to do it via a host such as photobucket (copy and paste IMG code) or Flickr (copy and paste BCC code).  Some of the photo hosting ipad apps are crap for forum use, only good for Facebook and the like.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 07 September 2014, 15:49
Fitted the Lockwood sill protectors.  They are a good quality product and look  :cool:

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5552/14980603907_89a8ef1abd_c.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/14980603907/)

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3905/15167148605_46bb302762_c.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15167148605/)
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Post by: JDM82 on 07 September 2014, 16:02
The Lockwood sills look great. After my led rear lights are fitted there my next addition.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 07 September 2014, 16:18
The Lockwood sills look great. After my led rear lights are fitted there my next addition.

Thanks mate.  They look much better than I thought they would and hopefully an end to stone chips and scratches.  Here's the link if you're interested

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Lockwood-Sill-Protectors-VW-Golf-Mk6-GTi-Up-Low-5-Dr-/280544684864?ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:GB:3160
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 07 September 2014, 17:43
Looks good! Anywhere do them for a three door?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 07 September 2014, 18:01
Some quick pics taken last night while scouting for a good photoshoot location. Plan to revisit with proper camera and tripod  :wink:

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3923/15168449672_c7d3d29788_b.jpg)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3889/15168824195_b2a91c12cf_b.jpg)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3887/15145790576_77654b045a_b.jpg)
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5580/15165819681_d0eb9ce4db_b.jpg)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3844/15168805785_7d5db0899e_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 07 September 2014, 18:21
Fitted the Lockwood sill protectors.  They are a good quality product and look  :cool:

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5552/14980603907_89a8ef1abd_c.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/14980603907/)

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3905/15167148605_46bb302762_c.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15167148605/)

They look really good, If I didn't have the "Standard Golf" protectors on I would be looking at getting a set myself.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 07 September 2014, 18:22
Looks good! Anywhere do them for a three door?

The 3 dr GTI logo version doesn't seem to be available, only GTD ones  :undecided:

Plain 3 dr

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Lockwood-Sill-Protectors-VW-Golf-Mk6-Stripe-Upper-Lower-3-Door-Hatch-2009-/281019962800?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&fits=Model%3AGolf%7CPlat_Gen%3AMK+VI&hash=item416e1855b0
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 07 September 2014, 18:26
Some quick pics taken last night while scouting for a good photoshoot location. Plan to revisit with proper camera and tripod  :wink:

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3923/15168449672_c7d3d29788_b.jpg)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3889/15168824195_8016aa8b12_b.jpg)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3887/15145790576_77654b045a_b.jpg)
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Stunning shots, lovely lighting and great location.  Can't wait to see what you do with your proper camera.  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 07 September 2014, 18:43
Can't wait to get my led rears fitted  :laugh:

Transform the rear end nicely
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 07 September 2014, 19:09
Can't wait to get my led rears fitted  :laugh:

Transform the rear end nicely

One of the first things I did, makes the GTI stand out more from the standard MK6.

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 07 September 2014, 21:51
They do look great. The problem is, people know they look great hence the price. I've finally buckled and bought a new set.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adycakes on 08 September 2014, 13:26
They do look great. The problem is, people know they look great hence the price. I've finally buckled and bought a new set.

If you don't mind me asking where did you buy your set?

Also, to all of those that have fitted Sill Protectors, is it a difficult thing to do? I know it sounds silly, but when you have OCD even being off by a mm will drive me nuts. :D
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 September 2014, 14:46

Also, to all of those that have fitted Sill Protectors, is it a difficult thing to do? I know it sounds silly, but when you have OCD even being off by a mm will drive me nuts. :D

No it's very easy, a 20 min job. It's all in the prep and having a steady hand helps.  You want to make certain the upper and lower plates line up perfectly  :wink:

Firstly make sure the sills are spotlessly clean.  I wiped down with IPA and dried off thoroughly.  Then, before removing the backing tape strip, put the lower plate in place first, when you're happy with it, make a light pencil registration mark around the edge of the plate, then remove the backing strip and press down firmly to stick. Repeat with the upper ones. 

The strong adhesive backing grips immeadiately so getting them right first time is crucial.  The instructions suggest smearing the area first with a sudsy solution of washing up liquid to allow some movement whilst placing them, but this was more hindrance than help so I ditched this method it after the first one. 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 08 September 2014, 16:23
Nothing at all with my Mk6. Not even driven it for weeks. I've lost all interest in it if I'm honest. So now I have two Golfs stashed away doing nothing.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 September 2014, 16:37
Nothing at all with my Mk6. Not even driven it for weeks. I've lost all interest in it if I'm honest. So now I have two Golfs stashed away doing nothing.

Maybe you need to chop it in for something that will reignite the passion.  Still interested in a T5?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 08 September 2014, 16:45
I'm still saving my pennies towards a T5. I'll start looking in earnest when the pot is full.

Now would be a good time to change the Golf as it is still worth a reasonable amount of money. However I'd need to put what I'd get for it on top to get anything else worthwhile. That would knock a big hole in the T5 stash.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 September 2014, 17:15
I'm still saving my pennies towards a T5. I'll start looking in earnest when the pot is full.

Now would be a good time to change the Golf as it is still worth a reasonable amount of money. However I'd need to put what I'd get for it on top to get anything else worthwhile. That would knock a big hole in the T5 stash.

Got anything in particular in mind to replace the golf?  Is the T5 a replacement for anything or and addition to the fleet.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 08 September 2014, 17:31
I keep thinking about Leons as they do look really good value, however going from a Mk4 Golf GTI to a Leon Cupra in 2002 felt very much like a backward step in terms of interior quality. I'm sure the same would probably apply today. I do like the LED headlights tho', but that's no a good enough reason to get one.

The T5 idea is a bit of a frivolous idea. It would be a weekend bike and kids carrier and caravan tug. It would be an addition to the fleet as I couldn't get rid of the Passat. That really is a cracking do most things all round car, it's just that sometimes it's not quite big enough.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 September 2014, 18:13
I like the new Leon a lot.  I've seen a couple on the road and it's quite a headturner, but I get what you mean about it maybe being backward step in quality.  As much as I like the Leon, it's not quite got the same desirability as the golf (that might just be car snobbery though :wink:)

If the Passat is so good, and with the addition of a T5, do you even need to replace the golf?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 September 2014, 19:21
Restored order to my air vents  :laugh:

Finally sourced a replacement for the silver switch insert that fell off the air con unit a few months ago.  Bought a single vent from ebay, less than £5.  Stealer wanted £138 to replace  :whistle:

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3864/14994529287_4fde5a7422_c.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/14994529287/)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 08 September 2014, 20:10
Restored order to my air vents  :laugh:

Finally sourced a replacement for the silver switch insert that fell off the air con unit a few months ago.  Bought a single vent from ebay, less than £5.  Stealer wanted £138 to replace  :whistle:

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3864/14994529287_4fde5a7422_c.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/14994529287/)

I bet that was painful seeing that everyday, at least order is restored and at a fraction of the cost!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 09 September 2014, 08:00
If the Passat is so good, and with the addition of a T5, do you even need to replace the golf?

Do any of us really 'need' to change our cars?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 09 September 2014, 09:10
If the Passat is so good, and with the addition of a T5, do you even need to replace the golf?

Do any of us really 'need' to change our cars?

Probably not as often as we do. 

What is the value of the golf or its replacement in your line up?  If your mk2 is the project/show car, T5 for weekend and holiday getaways and a mapped Passat for everything else, and you barely drive the golf, why keep it at all, let alone replace it. 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 09 September 2014, 09:32
I bought the Golf for my wife's 40th, so it's kind of her car. However, she only drives it now if I'm out in the Passat. Even she has finally come around to the idea that it has too many pedals for a modern car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 09 September 2014, 09:39
I bought the Golf for my wife's 40th, so it's kind of her car. However, she only drives it now if I'm out in the Passat. Even she has finally come around to the idea that it has too many pedals for a modern car.

All these women getting nice cars for their birthdays, I must be doing something wrong. Can't even remember what I got for my 40th.  Might have to be having words with hwmbo  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 10 September 2014, 10:12
I got a car for my birthday once.

A lovely 1996 Astra 1.6 in a weird gold/silver colour haha what a terrible car, but I absolutely loved it! To be fair it never let me down at all and it was a 'Premier Ltd Edition' with air con and fog lights!!!  :grin: Never forget your first car and I definitely had some fun in it!

Anyway updated the firmware on my RNS510 today, from 4020 to 5238. Slight speed increase and I've noticed that the maps which I haven't updated now show local car parks and petrol stations on the map view.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 10 September 2014, 12:23
I got a car for my birthday once.

A lovely 1996 Astra 1.6 in a weird gold/silver colour haha what a terrible car, but I absolutely loved it! To be fair it never let me down at all and it was a 'Premier Ltd Edition' with air con and fog lights!!!  :grin: Never forget your first car and I definitely had some fun in it!

Anyway updated the firmware on my RNS510 today, from 4020 to 5238. Slight speed increase and I've noticed that the maps which I haven't updated now show local car parks and petrol stations on the map view.

I confess he did buy me a car for Christmas years ago, when I'd just started driving. 

It was a beige Austin Metro.  Even better, when I (reluctantly) went to take it for a spin, it wouldn't start.  After much umming and ahhing (on his part), I tentatively asked if it actually had petrol in it.  This question was initially met with a derisory sneer, followed by sheepish look of realisation. :rolleyes:

It met a purpose but I hated that car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 10 September 2014, 13:17
No body brought me a car tight wods fitted my sill protectors today they look quite good pleasantly pleased   :nerd:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 10 September 2014, 20:42
No body brought me a car tight wods fitted my sill protectors today they look quite good pleasantly pleased   :nerd:

What, no pics charlie  :wink:

Look good don't they?  A nifty practical little mod  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 10 September 2014, 22:52
No body brought me a car tight wods fitted my sill protectors today they look quite good pleasantly pleased   :nerd:

What, no pics charlie  :wink:

Look good don't they?  A nifty practical little mod  :smiley:
my skills with tech are limited booth but I shall give it a go soon watch this space  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 12 September 2014, 11:39
I fitted anew battery to my Golf after the non-starting issue.

All sorted now  :smiley: :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 12 September 2014, 16:56
Let my mother borrow it!  :cry: I must be insane!!

I will be going over it with a fine tooth comb upon return.

Little does she know the fuel light is on!  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 12 September 2014, 17:19
Let my mother borrow it!  :cry: I must be insane!!

I will be going over it with a fine tooth comb upon return.

Little does she know the fuel light is on!  :whistle:
you must be mad  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 12 September 2014, 17:40
Let my mother borrow it!  :cry: I must be insane!!

I will be going over it with a fine tooth comb upon return.

Little does she know the fuel light is on!  :whistle:

Haha, you nutter.

I imagine checking the alloys will be top of your list :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 12 September 2014, 20:11
Let my mother borrow it!  :cry: I must be insane!!

I will be going over it with a fine tooth comb upon return.

Little does she know the fuel light is on!  :whistle:

Haha, you nutter.

I imagine checking the alloys will be top of your list :wink:

It will be one the list judging the state of her alloys on her TT.

It's now back with no damage and still no fuel.  :angry:

Won't be letting it out with her again.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 12 September 2014, 20:19

It will be one the list judging the state of her alloys on her TT.

It's now back with no damage and still no fuel.  :angry:

Won't be letting it out with her again.

Glad it's returned unscathed.  Still no fuel, lol.  Your plan backfired a little then  :rolleyes:  Hope you've got enough to make it to a petrol station  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 12 September 2014, 22:24

Quote
Glad it's returned unscathed.  Still no fuel, lol.  Your plan backfired a little then  :rolleyes:  Hope you've got enough to make it to a petrol station  :whistle:

Its down hill to the petrol station so i can roll if all else fails I guess  :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mikegti77 on 13 September 2014, 07:39
Got the car back yesterday after 4 days in my local body shop getting passenger door and wing damage repaired.  They have done a cracking job, as good as new.  The damage happened about 4 weeks ago, hit and run (only got partial reg, police not really interested), did not go through the insurance, so I'm left with the £350 bill, nice.

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Anyway, sorted now and looking good once again  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 13 September 2014, 11:04
Got the car back yesterday after 4 days in my local body shop getting passenger door and wing damage repaired.  They have done a cracking job, as good as new.  The damage happened about 4 weeks ago, hit and run (only got partial reg, police not really interested), did not go through the insurance, so I'm left with the £350 bill, nice.

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Anyway, sorted now and looking good once again  :smiley:

Nice of them to leave you with that - happened to me once - 2 doors and wing  :angry:

Did you manage to get the wheel cleaned up OK?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mikegti77 on 14 September 2014, 10:06
Got the car back yesterday after 4 days in my local body shop getting passenger door and wing damage repaired.  They have done a cracking job, as good as new.  The damage happened about 4 weeks ago, hit and run (only got partial reg, police not really interested), did not go through the insurance, so I'm left with the £350 bill, nice.

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Anyway, sorted now and looking good once again  :smiley:

Nice of them to leave you with that - happened to me once - 2 doors and wing  :angry:

Did you manage to get the wheel cleaned up OK?

yeah wheel cleaned up after some elbow grease, just the other cars rubber
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 17 September 2014, 16:31
Stuck in traffic today behind the aptly number plated Autoglym van  :laugh:

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3911/15081183568_79a182c9ff_c.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15081183568/)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 17 September 2014, 20:36
^

AG must have the monopoly on Wax related plates, my Supplier has HDW4X on one of his vans.

Ironically, my username plate ( G5 WAX ) got gazumped from me a few years ago, I had paid for it and everything :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 19 September 2014, 16:25
Got some new Brembo discs and Textar pads as my fronts will need doing soon. Also collected my GTi mats from the dealer as they finally arrived  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 19 September 2014, 16:59
Put a Corsa VXR in its place  :whistle:

Trying to keep up with me, I just laughed and pulled away.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 19 September 2014, 17:34
Bought some krytox as the doors are driving me crazy  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: J400uk on 20 September 2014, 19:34
Fixed an irritating squeaking noise from the rear whilst going over bumps, turns out the back seats just hadn't been folded up properly! Had been driving me mad and I thought the suspension had something seriously wrong with it  :laugh:

Roll on new tyres/ alloys...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ben gttdi on 21 September 2014, 11:36
I did this... want an engine cover to mod to fit tho
(http://i1058.photobucket.com/albums/t411/benn1345/myengine1.jpg) (http://s1058.photobucket.com/user/benn1345/media/myengine1.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mwad gti on 21 September 2014, 12:59
Took it to be assessed for this... :cry:

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/IMAG0481_BURST001.jpg)

On no, that's gutting! Don't suppose you saw the t*ssers that did it?
W4nkers

Why do people/retards do that?

Gutted for u
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 September 2014, 13:28
^^^
Lol, check the date.  This happened to Hurdy's car back in Jan 2013   :rolleyes:  :whistle: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 September 2014, 13:31
Clipped a kerb....again  :embarrassed:  I no longer care  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 21 September 2014, 16:16
Had to replace the cruise control switch :sad: Fortunately found a video for the mark 5 and able to do the change without much problem. Finding the tab to release the controller was a pain. Easy to see how to do it once it is apart. Video clip is: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LuZXi3VFKcg
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 21 September 2014, 17:15
Clipped a kerb....again  :embarrassed:  I no longer care  :grin:

Mother has done the same only been done for 3 weeks, I'm now on the look for so Ed35 alloys or a big rubber ring to go round the whole car ....
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 21 September 2014, 17:29
bought one  :shocked: :huh: :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Wo-Wo on 21 September 2014, 18:35
I did this... want an engine cover to mod to fit tho
(http://i1058.photobucket.com/albums/t411/benn1345/myengine1.jpg) (http://s1058.photobucket.com/user/benn1345/media/myengine1.jpg.html)

Chech wigits threads, sure he fitted one after an intake?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 21 September 2014, 19:13
Krytox hadn't stopped mine creaking. :embarrassed:
 It may stop the drip that sometimes comes onto the elec window controls in downpour of rain I hope so hope time and money not wasted.
 It is definitely the doors as I got chauffeured round listening to were the noise was coming from.
So white greesed the catches, hinges, door lock mechanism. Little better.

I can remember reading somewere at one point someone not sure who it was said wax the paint were the felt sits inside the door frame. Tried that with collenite  wax its a little better. Anyone recomend a better wax for this area?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 September 2014, 19:19
Clipped a kerb....again  :embarrassed:  I no longer care  :grin:
Mother has done the same only been done for 3 weeks, I'm now on the look for so Ed35 alloys or a big rubber ring to go round the whole car ....

Thought you were never letting her drive it again  :wink:

bought one  :shocked: :huh: :whistle:

Pics or it's not true  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 September 2014, 19:26
Krytox hadn't stopped mine creaking. :embarrassed:
 It may stop the drip that sometimes comes onto the elec window controls in downpour of rain I hope so hope time and money not wasted.
 It is definitely the doors as I got chauffeured round listening to were the noise was coming from.
So white greesed the catches, hinges, door lock mechanism. Little better.

I can remember reading somewere at one point someone not sure who it was said wax the paint were the felt sits inside the door frame. Tried that with collenite  wax its a little better. Anyone recomend a better wax for this area?

I said that about the wax snoopy, but that was more to do with stopping rain sitting on roof from running into car when you open the doors.  I always wax that bit and it worked great for the rain issue but didn't resolve the noisy seals in the long term.  Krytox however did work.  I used it on both the rubber and the felt part.  Applied it sparingly with fingers.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 21 September 2014, 19:28
Thank you. Will gi give it another go.  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 21 September 2014, 20:06
^
Make sure you oil it under the felt part where it is folded over the rubber, failing that the door needs adjustment to make fit properly (something heir fritz should have done at the factory) so try getting it under warranty.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 21 September 2014, 20:07
Clipped a kerb....again  :embarrassed:  I no longer care  :grin:
Mother has done the same only been done for 3 weeks, I'm now on the look for so Ed35 alloys or a big rubber ring to go round the whole car ....

Thought you were never letting her drive it again  :wink:

she only moved it off the drive and managed to hit the wall, it was my fault for parking it wrong ... obviously ... :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jimble on 21 September 2014, 21:14
Krytox hadn't stopped mine creaking. :embarrassed:
 It may stop the drip that sometimes comes onto the elec window controls in downpour of rain I hope so hope time and money not wasted.
 It is definitely the doors as I got chauffeured round listening to were the noise was coming from.
So white greesed the catches, hinges, door lock mechanism. Little better.

I can remember reading somewere at one point someone not sure who it was said wax the paint were the felt sits inside the door frame. Tried that with collenite  wax its a little better. Anyone recomend a better wax for this area?

I said that about the wax snoopy, but that was more to do with stopping rain sitting on roof from running into car when you open the doors.  I always wax that bit and it worked great for the rain issue but didn't resolve the noisy seals in the long term.  Krytox however did work.  I used it on both the rubber and the felt part.  Applied it sparingly with fingers.

I also said about waxing the door jams, always worked for me, i used dodo juice wax which lasted 5-6 weeks before needing to be re applied, if you press at the top of the rear door so it flexes in and out you'll hear the creak.

The Krytox may well be a more permanent fix though.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Peter W on 21 September 2014, 22:33
This weekend saw a long overdue clean... Due to other commitments and it being to sunny to wash a black car, or is it just me that struggles with washing a black car in direct sun light?

Anyway, washed, a layer of black hole, sealant and some wax has got it looking great again. It is now garaged till next Friday when we head down to Kent to visit family. Good job it is clean as we will be based around the Canterbury area, god forbid I would cross paths with Booth with a dirty car  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 September 2014, 22:46
This weekend saw a long overdue clean... Due to other commitments and it being to sunny to wash a black car, or is it just me that struggles with washing a black car in direct sun light?

Anyway, washed, a layer of black hole, sealant and some wax has got it looking great again. It is now garaged till next Friday when we head down to Kent to visit family. Good job it is clean as we will be based around the Canterbury area, god forbid I would cross paths with Booth with a dirty car  :wink:

I'm always glad when it's overcast on a car cleaning day, but Sod's law, the sun usually comes out the minute I turn the jet washer on  :rolleyes:

Have no fear Peter, mine is filthy at the moment  :embarrassed:  Had to forgo the cleaning this weekend as daughter's birthday and family visiting took precedence.  Gonna have to wash it now just in case we encounter each other, lol
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 22 September 2014, 22:37
Looked for mods and alloys wheels if I keep the car, still can't make up my mind if to sell or not. I need to really the help save for a house but really really don't wanna see it go  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jonny_D_1987 on 23 September 2014, 14:17
Clipped a kerb coming off a roundabout at about 25mph. Wheel badly scuffed and now I hear a knocking noise at low speeds, bearings?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 23 September 2014, 14:46
Bearings tend to rumble, not knock. It could be a ball joint. Is it front or rear?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jonny_D_1987 on 23 September 2014, 18:48
Rear mate, the yellow light was hanging off the island in the middle of the road so I went to the left to dodge it, a little too left :( I can hear knocking noises coming from the rear of the car now, sounds worse on uneven roads, car is still under warranty, going to get the alloy refurbed and swop it to the front and give VW a call about it, chance my arm lol
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: J400uk on 26 September 2014, 20:15
Couple of new toys arrived, ready for project TDI retrofit tomorrow  :smiley:

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x267/J400uk/IMG_0043_zpsebb74ed8.jpg)

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x267/J400uk/618EBB7E-337F-4834-8B7B-3D4CDB091445_zpsqunnofhk.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 30 September 2014, 19:48

bought one  :shocked: :huh: :whistle:

Pics or it's not true  :laugh:

(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b142/chuff69/Golf6.jpg)

 :tongue:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 September 2014, 20:33

bought one  :shocked: :huh: :whistle:

Pics or it's not true  :laugh:

(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b142/chuff69/Golf6.jpg)

 :tongue:

Off to a good start.....it's the right colour  :wink:

Nice  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: golfhappy on 30 September 2014, 20:33
Mk7 Golf R alloys get fitted tomorrow. Many thanks to t.a. alloys. there's a story attached to the VW centre caps though!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 September 2014, 20:34
Mk7 Golf R alloys get fitted tomorrow. Many thanks to t.a. alloys. there's a story attached to the VW centre caps though!

...which is?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 30 September 2014, 20:36

bought one  :shocked: :huh: :whistle:

Pics or it's not true  :laugh:

(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b142/chuff69/Golf6.jpg)

 :tongue:

Off to a good start.....it's the right colour  :wink:

Nice  :cool:

all done, matts, cargo net, phone cradle. Might splash out on some window blinds.

Got a MkII to play with, this is a dirty diesel daily  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 September 2014, 20:40

all done, matts, cargo net, phone cradle. Might splash out on some window blinds.

Got a MkII to play with, this is a dirty diesel daily  :wink:

...and window blinds, pushing the boat out then  ;-)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 30 September 2014, 20:42
knowing my CARS normally cost £500 or less,  :shocked: Yep  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 30 September 2014, 20:43
Nice one Chuff. Good to see another GT on here. Far more exclusive.

Those GTI/D's are like dog shiit... they get everywhere.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 30 September 2014, 20:45
Cheers, and i am loving the leather  :cool:

 not bad considering I went out to buy a 11 Plate Caddy, which turned into a 63 Plate Transporter to a Seat Ibiza FR and ended up with this  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 September 2014, 20:46
Nice one Chuff. Good to see another GT on here. Far more exclusive.

Those GTI/D's are like dog shiit... they get everywhere.

So you're a club of 2 now, congratulations  :-p
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 30 September 2014, 20:47
Nice one Chuff. Good to see another GT on here. Far more exclusive.

Those GTI/D's are like dog shiit... they get everywhere.

So you're a club of 2 now, congratulations  :-p

From small acorns....................  :kiss:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 September 2014, 20:49
Nice one Chuff. Good to see another GT on here. Far more exclusive.

Those GTI/D's are like dog shiit... they get everywhere.

So you're a club of 2 now, congratulations  :-p

From small acorns....................  :kiss:

I have an axe to hand :-D
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 30 September 2014, 20:50
Nice one Chuff. Good to see another GT on here. Far more exclusive.

Those GTI/D's are like dog shiit... they get everywhere.

So you're a club of 2 now, congratulations  :-p

From small acorns....................  :kiss:

I have an axe to hand :-D

I have a delete member button  :whistle:

 :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 September 2014, 20:51
Nice one Chuff. Good to see another GT on here. Far more exclusive.

Those GTI/D's are like dog shiit... they get everywhere.

So you're a club of 2 now, congratulations  :-p

From small acorns....................  :kiss:

I have an axe to hand :-D

I have a delete member button  :whistle:

 :grin:

I'll get me coat :-(
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 30 September 2014, 20:52
hahahah,  dont forget your keys :-p
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 September 2014, 20:53
hahahah,  dont forget your keys :-p

Isn't it time you mozied back to the mk2 section  :tongue:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: golfhappy on 30 September 2014, 21:06
Centre caps when i opened the first box had no emblem, so i thought sh!t! ah not to worry ave got a spare set, bugger they kept springing out the wheel. Solution pinch them off the old ones...not bad they were slack in the hole but one had lost its emblem. Onto ebay and phoned the origonal supplier of the MK6 R wheels. They couldn't supply, suggested ebay. Ordered a set of centre stickers 55mm. Thought i'll modify the spare set. Broke off 1 lug no good broke off a second lug still no good. Nibbled the black rim off the edge...perfect  :grin: opened the second box..invoice and emblem stickers for centre caps inside! If anybody wants a hand with their alloys dont call me  :sad: :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 September 2014, 21:27
Centre caps when i opened the first box had no emblem, so i thought sh!t! ah not to worry ave got a spare set, bugger they kept springing out the wheel. Solution pinch them off the old ones...not bad they were slack in the hole but one had lost its emblem. Onto ebay and phoned the origonal supplier of the MK6 R wheels. They couldn't supply, suggested ebay. Ordered a set of centre stickers 55mm. Thought i'll modify the spare set. Broke off 1 lug no good broke off a second lug still no good. Nibbled the black rim off the edge...perfect  :grin: opened the second box..invoice and emblem stickers for centre caps inside! If anybody wants a hand with their alloys dont call me  :sad: :sad:

Haha, oh dear 8 )

And you didn't once wonder what the second box was for....till it was too late :-p
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 30 September 2014, 22:53
Replaced the Bridgestones with Goodyear Eagle f1 Asymmetric 2's - all four of them.  :smiley:

Never liked the Bridgestones and looking forward to seeing how Asymmetric 2's compare.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 02 October 2014, 21:06
Love my eagle f1's
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: golfhappy on 02 October 2014, 21:12
Mk7 Golf R alloys get fitted tomorrow. Many thanks to t.a. alloys. there's a story attached to the VW centre caps though!

Fitted, everybody and their dog loves them.....wish i had listened to the older wiser owls!!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 02 October 2014, 21:36
Love my eagle f1's

I've had my parents fit some eagle f1's while I've been away can't wait til I'm back to give them ago had really cheap budget tyres on the front that would slide everywhere in the wet
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 02 October 2014, 22:59
i'm also on Eagle F1 Assys and they really are a great tyre  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mike. on 04 October 2014, 19:39
Got my sill dent removed by a dent specialist and decided to also get the car professionally detailed by OCD-NI.
Rollo has done a superb job and I highly recommend him for anyone in Northern Ireland.

Looking good for a car that is nearly 5 years old  :smiley:

(http://www.thewindinglane.co.uk/images/mk6gti/pics/gti.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 04 October 2014, 20:34
Got my sill dent removed by a dent specialist and decided to also get the car professionally detailed by OCD-NI.
Rollo has done a superb job and I highly recommend him for anyone in Northern Ireland.

Looking good for a car that is nearly 5 years old  :smiley:

(http://www.thewindinglane.co.uk/images/mk6gti/pics/gti.jpg)


Looking good, I'm gonna be looking for somewhere to get mine done near Gloucestershire/Worcestershire, give the paint a bit of protection for the winter
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 04 October 2014, 20:43
Got my sill dent removed by a dent specialist and decided to also get the car professionally detailed by OCD-NI.
Rollo has done a superb job and I highly recommend him for anyone in Northern Ireland.

Looking good for a car that is nearly 5 years old  :smiley:

(http://www.thewindinglane.co.uk/images/mk6gti/pics/gti.jpg)

Great job they've done on the detailing, looks amazing  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 04 October 2014, 21:18
Nice

Got my sill dent removed by a dent specialist and decided to also get the car professionally detailed by OCD-NI.
Rollo has done a superb job and I highly recommend him for anyone in Northern Ireland.

Looking good for a car that is nearly 5 years old  :smiley:

(http://www.thewindinglane.co.uk/images/mk6gti/pics/gti.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: J400uk on 05 October 2014, 00:47
Spent quite a bit of time today trying to enable tpms and bluetooth voice control on VCDS without any luck. Coding on this car seems a lot more challenging than the Mk5 was, so many different module combinations!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 05 October 2014, 09:18
Spent quite a bit of time today trying to enable tpms and bluetooth voice control on VCDS without any luck. Coding on this car seems a lot more challenging than the Mk5 was, so many different module combinations!

Some Bluetooth modules don't have voice control, which may be why you cannot activate it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 05 October 2014, 18:04
Got my sill dent removed by a dent specialist and decided to also get the car professionally detailed by OCD-NI.
Rollo has done a superb job and I highly recommend him for anyone in Northern Ireland.

Looking good for a car that is nearly 5 years old  :smiley:

Looks like they've done a great job with that and bet you're happy to have that sill straight again! Everybody loves a shiny clean red car! Mine had a good clean on friday, only for it to pour down all day yesterday, oh well!
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5597/15425803736_7f75610483_b.jpg)

Sun was even good enough for it's American driveway cousin to peer out from under it's cover for a while. Car is a 1970 Dodge Coronet 383 and is owned by my Mum's partner  :laugh:
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2947/15426153236_fe298641ed_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 05 October 2014, 18:18
Got my sill dent removed by a dent specialist and decided to also get the car professionally detailed by OCD-NI.
Rollo has done a superb job and I highly recommend him for anyone in Northern Ireland.

Looking good for a car that is nearly 5 years old  :smiley:

(http://www.thewindinglane.co.uk/images/mk6gti/pics/gti.jpg)


Looking good, I'm gonna be looking for somewhere to get mine done near Gloucestershire/Worcestershire, give the paint a bit of protection for the winter

I'm looking for the same, can only find ones up in the Midlands though ....
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 05 October 2014, 18:21
Wanted to clean her, but didn't find the time, this is now 2 - 3 weeks with out a clean, now the back end is slowly turning brown, not a nice look on a candy white car.


And the service light has come on in 20 days or 2000 miles  :undecided: What sort of price will the stealers charge me for a brake service (I think it is anyway)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mike. on 05 October 2014, 19:10
Got my sill dent removed by a dent specialist and decided to also get the car professionally detailed by OCD-NI.
Rollo has done a superb job and I highly recommend him for anyone in Northern Ireland.

Looking good for a car that is nearly 5 years old  :smiley:

Looks like they've done a great job with that and bet you're happy to have that sill straight again! Everybody loves a shiny clean red car! Mine had a good clean on friday, only for it to pour down all day yesterday, oh well!

Sun was even good enough for it's American driveway cousin to peer out from under it's cover for a while. Car is a 1970 Dodge Coronet 383 and is owned by my Mum's partner  :laugh:

Yea really pleased to get it sorted, a couple of the dent specialists said it could not be done but the guy who did the detailing had his guy give it a go and did a superb job.

Your car is looking sweet as well and I bet that Dodge sounds very nice on full song..  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 05 October 2014, 21:23
Always good to have a trusted dent guy in your phone book with the carelessness of people nowadays (that's aimed at people with their doors in car parks rather than your jack incident  :tongue:)

Yeah the Dodge does sound amazing, it's just had a full restoration and the bodywork and paint job is superb but the engine guy has let us down a bit and it's still not running as it should and leaking oil so currently in the process of arguing about paying fully for the engine work while trying to track down another american v8 specialist!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 07 October 2014, 18:14
On Sunday had a 6 hour round trip after a night shift, to pick up a milltek catback from gtiade, top bloke, who also sold me a focal speaker set up and threw in some gti mats, very happy with the milltek just waiting for a decent day to give the speakers a go at putting them in.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 07 October 2014, 21:20
On Sunday had a 6 hour round trip after a night shift, to pick up a milltek catback from gtiade, top bloke, who also sold me a focal speaker set up and threw in some gti mats, very happy with the milltek just waiting for a decent day to give the speakers a go at putting them in.

how much you get the focal for.....Ive wanted them for some time now.

What Milltek did you end up getting?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 07 October 2014, 21:45
Got the non resonated cat back, paid 50 for the focal :whistle:, have you heard the focal set up? Any good?
Speaking to Ben at Crosshills about your motor last week.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 08 October 2014, 08:16
Had a reminder that it's due a service next month. It will be 5 in January, so needs a cam belt too. It's only done 10,000 miles since the last one 2 years ago, and 36,000 miles in total so I'm not sure what I can get away with.

According to VW's fixed price servicing a minor service is £150 and major one, £300. From what I can see, the only difference between the two is and later includes a fuel filter, a pollen filter and they check more things. Now I do regular inspections and fault code scans, so I'm thinking that a minor service plus the two filters should suffice, considering that if the cam belt is been done too, belts and tensioners will be checked as part of that job. Both services use Longlife oil as that is standard practice for cars with DPFs.

 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 08 October 2014, 08:44
Got the non resonated cat back, paid 50 for the focal :whistle:, have you heard the focal set up? Any good?
Speaking to Ben at Crosshills about your motor last week.

£50?...Ill give you £80 for them  :laugh:

And what was Ben saying......?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 08 October 2014, 12:37
He said it was pretty fast reckons it's quicker than the mk7 R.
Do you know when the next revo sale will be on and where did you get yours remapped? Statlers?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 08 October 2014, 15:09
He said it was pretty fast reckons it's quicker than the mk7 R.
Do you know when the next revo sale will be on and where did you get yours remapped? Statlers?

Ha ha ha, no it wont be quicker than the R, the R is an animal.

But yeah got mine mapped at Stattlers. REVO have two sales a year, Christmas and summer. Usually start around 10th December I think.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Daz_G6R on 08 October 2014, 21:34
Fitted this engine cover over the weekend, as after fitting my VWR intake, the original cover will not fit, tired of engine components so the only direct cover that will fit is this one, after a call to Audi, voilà! :) plans already underway for paint scheme to "rid the rings ha!" A bit hybrid. ;)

(http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn189/spinningbackKick/19CB3A16-6D71-45CF-AF09-5CAD50DFD7A3_zpspwnknn8n.jpg) (http://s304.photobucket.com/user/spinningbackKick/media/19CB3A16-6D71-45CF-AF09-5CAD50DFD7A3_zpspwnknn8n.jpg.html)
(http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn189/spinningbackKick/448B7356-03B7-4C36-BB7C-D7485478F9DD_zpsk4gdoyxs.jpg) (http://s304.photobucket.com/user/spinningbackKick/media/448B7356-03B7-4C36-BB7C-D7485478F9DD_zpsk4gdoyxs.jpg.html)

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 09 October 2014, 20:32
Collected the Yeti chrome tail pipes,

ordered a Lupo GT front grill badge ( cheers for the part number P3asa ) and Rear GT badge

oh and thought I best find out how to open the bonnet and check the oil before its run south  tomorrow. !

 :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 10 October 2014, 11:05
DazG6R, where did you get your car mapped? I see you are just down the road  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 10 October 2014, 11:23
Mine's in for its 60,000 service and brake fluid change

I asked them to check the front and rear discs and they say they're good for another 3,000 miles so will wait until the new year seen as I do <1000 per month
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Daz_G6R on 10 October 2014, 14:30
DazG6R, where did you get your car mapped? I see you are just down the road  :smiley:

Alreet Obbzi, :smug: It was done at ADS in Preston, Dave you need to speak to, top bloke.  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 10 October 2014, 23:44
Thanks mate  :smiley: How much?  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: hef on 11 October 2014, 00:37
hey Daz,

How much did Audi charge you for the cover and mounting bits if you don't mind me asking?

been meaning to do it for a while on mine, they're pretty rare on ebay
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 12 October 2014, 13:48
Swapped over to my winter floor mats, after vacuuming half the countryside out of the driver's footwell.  Good clean, checked oil, coolant levels and topped up air in tyres.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 12 October 2014, 15:43
Swapped over to my winter floor mats, after vacuuming half the countryside out of the driver's footwell.  Good clean, checked oil, coolant levels and topped up air in tyres.

My "summer" floor mats are still in their wrappers three and a half years on  :grin:. It's getting towards time to put the rubber ones in tho', although I find they seem to make the carpet around them dirtier. The carpet mats seem to hold onto the dirt as it dries, whereas it rolls off the rubber ones.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 12 October 2014, 16:24
Swapped over to my winter floor mats, after vacuuming half the countryside out of the driver's footwell.  Good clean, checked oil, coolant levels and topped up air in tyres.

Did the same, needs a good wash now, looking rather sorry for herself ...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 12 October 2014, 16:29
Swapped over to my winter floor mats, after vacuuming half the countryside out of the driver's footwell.  Good clean, checked oil, coolant levels and topped up air in tyres.

My "summer" floor mats are still in their wrappers three and a half years on  :grin:. It's getting towards time to put the rubber ones in tho', although I find they seem to make the carpet around them dirtier. The carpet mats seem to hold onto the dirt as it dries, whereas it rolls off the rubber ones.

Yeah, agree with you about the dirt rolling off rubber mats messing up the carpet, which is why I use my standard carpet mats as my 'winters' and my 'luxury' GTI logo'd ones for summer use.  I've got a set of rubber mats but they live in the boot and only tend to get used when visiting very muddy sites.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 12 October 2014, 16:36
Swapped over to my winter floor mats, after vacuuming half the countryside out of the driver's footwell.  Good clean, checked oil, coolant levels and topped up air in tyres.

Did the same, needs a good wash now, looking rather sorry for herself ...


You still not washed that car yet Whitehawk  :whistle:

Mine's sparkling now..........for about a day  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 12 October 2014, 16:36
Are we talking oem rubber mats as they have a lip on the edge to stop dirt rolling off. Find mine much better and easier to clean than the carpet mats.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 12 October 2014, 19:18
Are we talking oem rubber mats as they have a lip on the edge to stop dirt rolling off. Find mine much better and easier to clean than the carpet mats.

Yeah mine are oem and have a raised edge but I still find dirt gathers round the edges.  I do visit some very muddy sites and always change out of dirty boots to minimise mud transfer but it still gets everywhere  :undecided:

Guess it's down to personal preference but carpet ones do the job better for me  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 13 October 2014, 13:50
Swapped over to my winter floor mats, after vacuuming half the countryside out of the driver's footwell.  Good clean, checked oil, coolant levels and topped up air in tyres.

Did the same, needs a good wash now, looking rather sorry for herself ...


You still not washed that car yet Whitehawk  :whistle:

Mine's sparkling now..........for about a day  :laugh:

Sadly not. It's been about 3 weeks now and went camping weekend just gone. So looking rather sorry for itself.   :sad:

Still it's booked in for a service soon so hoping they will be kind enough to wash it for me.  :tongue:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 13 October 2014, 14:31
Still it's booked in for a service soon so hoping they will be kind enough to wash it for me.  :tongue:

 :shocked: :shocked: :shocked:

Mine has this sign hung from the mirror whenever it goes near the dealership.

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t264/dubber36/SAM_0033_zps49c2c98e.jpg) (http://s162.photobucket.com/user/dubber36/media/SAM_0033_zps49c2c98e.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 October 2014, 17:24
Still it's booked in for a service soon so hoping they will be kind enough to wash it for me.  :tongue:

:shocked:  Are you mad? Don't let them touch it, not unless you fancy a nice swirly pattern on your paintwork.

I also have a sign (not as professional as dubber's) a massive cardboard one that takes up most of the front seats saying "do NOT wash this car".  Also a luggage tag attached to the keys saying same and then I make sure they write it on the work schedule, underline and highlight it.  Overkill maybe but it works  :wink: :evil:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 13 October 2014, 17:29
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/14/thumbnail/6e9yvyry.jpg

I have a few of these in A4 size  around the cars interior and a smaller one in the ashtray area.

 I also tell them to not wash or vac the car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 13 October 2014, 18:54
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/14/thumbnail/6e9yvyry.jpg

I have a few of these in A4 size  around the cars interior and a smaller one in the ashtray area.

 I also tell them to not wash or vac the car.

I like that, I'll clean it before it goes in hopefully and then they won't have a chance to, i just need to stop being lazy and get it done!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 13 October 2014, 18:56
Still it's booked in for a service soon so hoping they will be kind enough to wash it for me.  :tongue:

:shocked:  Are you mad? Don't let them touch it, not unless you fancy a nice swirly pattern on your paintwork.

I also have a sign (not as professional as dubber's) a massive cardboard one that takes up most of the front seats saying "do NOT wash this car".  Also a luggage tag attached to the keys saying same and then I make sure they write it on the work schedule, underline and highlight it.  Overkill maybe but it works  :wink: :evil:

Not after just having it machine polished I will give them the advice on not to then ....
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 13 October 2014, 19:31
Talk about p1ss on my spending spree ......... :angry:, I was all set to order some coilovers today,but last night on my way home the AC started making the same whining noise as earlier in the year when I had the compressor and dryer replaced under warranty only 678 miles ago(3 months), bollox, now, instead of some enjoyable spending on some Scandinavian beauties  I have the chore  to go  get all the revo Maps removed before it goes to vw for more warranty work...phuking POS vw aircon made of chocolate.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 13 October 2014, 20:07
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Mobile%20Uploads/20140930_211153-1.jpg)

Gave them another coat of wax during the rain showers were I couldn't work on the leon outside.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 13 October 2014, 20:28
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Mobile%20Uploads/20140930_211153-1.jpg)

Gave them another coat of wax during the rain showers were I couldn't work on the leon outside.

I keep seeing people with Mk2 and Mk6 combos, I need to get on this band wagon! they both look mint!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 October 2014, 20:42
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Mobile%20Uploads/20140930_211153-1.jpg)

Gave them another coat of wax during the rain showers were I couldn't work on the leon outside.

Lovely pair  :wink:  :cool:

I forget how great night blue looks until I see it like that.  What wax did you use snoopy?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 October 2014, 20:44
Still it's booked in for a service soon so hoping they will be kind enough to wash it for me.  :tongue:

:shocked:  Are you mad? Don't let them touch it, not unless you fancy a nice swirly pattern on your paintwork.

I also have a sign (not as professional as dubber's) a massive cardboard one that takes up most of the front seats saying "do NOT wash this car".  Also a luggage tag attached to the keys saying same and then I make sure they write it on the work schedule, underline and highlight it.  Overkill maybe but it works  :wink: :evil:

Not after just having it machine polished I will give them the advice on not to then ....

Seriously if you've just had it polished don't let the dealer touch it or all that hard work will be undone in an instant.  Don't think because it's clean, they'll leave it, you need to spell it out to them  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 13 October 2014, 21:24
Still it's booked in for a service soon so hoping they will be kind enough to wash it for me.  :tongue:

:shocked:  Are you mad? Don't let them touch it, not unless you fancy a nice swirly pattern on your paintwork.

I also have a sign (not as professional as dubber's) a massive cardboard one that takes up most of the front seats saying "do NOT wash this car".  Also a luggage tag attached to the keys saying same and then I make sure they write it on the work schedule, underline and highlight it.  Overkill maybe but it works  :wink: :evil:

Not after just having it machine polished I will give them the advice on not to then ....

Seriously if you've just had it polished don't let the dealer touch it or all that hard work will be undone in an instant.  Don't think because it's clean, they'll leave it, you need to spell it out to them  :smiley:

I will spell it out for them and leave a nice little note for them  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 13 October 2014, 21:25
Still it's booked in for a service soon so hoping they will be kind enough to wash it for me.  :tongue:

 :shocked: :shocked: :shocked:

Mine has this sign hung from the mirror whenever it goes near the dealership.

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t264/dubber36/SAM_0033_zps49c2c98e.jpg) (http://s162.photobucket.com/user/dubber36/media/SAM_0033_zps49c2c98e.jpg.html)

Is that a sign you made yourself? or have any idea where i can get one from? I'm scared to send it in now!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 October 2014, 21:47
^^

Looks similar to this one.  http://www.i4detailing.co.uk/shop/i4d-do-not-wash-this-vehicle-hanging-sign.html

Might get a couple myself.  Course a DIY sign costs nothing  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 13 October 2014, 22:50
Lovely pair  :wink:  :cool:

I forget how great night blue looks until I see it like that.  What wax did you use snoopy?
Night blues a bit darker than shadow blue. Theres a mk7 R in the carpark next to were I work in that colour i parked next to it on the main road once to compare. Its my favourate colour on the mk7 R.
I use collinite 476s as it lasts well and seems to work well on my silver cars too.

I keep seeing people with Mk2 and Mk6 combos, I need to get on this band wagon! they both look mint!
Mk1  :wink:


Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: golfhappy on 13 October 2014, 22:56
When mine goes for a service on Friday the dealer usually washes it..i'm quite happy does it not offset the topping up of the windscreen washer bottle? plush i once watched the young lad along the doors wash his dads Focus with a brillo pad!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 14 October 2014, 08:13

Looks similar to this one.  http://www.i4detailing.co.uk/shop/i4d-do-not-wash-this-vehicle-hanging-sign.html


That's the one.

When mine goes for a service on Friday the dealer usually washes it..i'm quite happy does it not offset the topping up of the windscreen washer bottle?

I always make sure that mine is full. When the Passat was serviced last, they tried to charge me about £6 for screenwash and hadn't even left the bottle in the car as there was no room in the reservoir. I suggested that they printed off another bill, sans screenwash.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: golfhappy on 14 October 2014, 10:57


When mine goes for a service on Friday the dealer usually washes it..i'm quite happy does it not offset the topping up of the windscreen washer bottle?

I always make sure that mine is full. When the Passat was serviced last, they tried to charge me about £6 for screenwash and hadn't even left the bottle in the car as there was no room in the reservoir. I suggested that they printed off another bill, sans screenwash.
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To be fair they did leave the bottle in the car the last time. The Bosch aero wiper blades just arrived and installed, i just bought the triple kit one for the rear as well. The passenger rubber was damaged hence the unclear bit in the middle. Also fitted black wheel nut covers to the 17mm wheel bolts. The place where i got my alloys kept the original 19mm...i'm pleased with the look though. My next thoughts are R side sills and i can't get those darn pedal boxes out of my head  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: CaptainCaveman on 14 October 2014, 22:08
Well today my car went in to have the uprated sachs organic clutch put in due to the clutch slipping since being remapped as well as a new dual mass flywheel. Clutch is noticeably stiffer but not so much it's undriveable but I'm sure I will get used to it :) so glad I can now fully use all the extra power safely  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 15 October 2014, 09:23
Well today my car went in to have the uprated sachs organic clutch put in due to the clutch slipping since being remapped as well as a new dual mass flywheel. Clutch is noticeably stiffer but not so much it's undriveable but I'm sure I will get used to it :) so glad I can now fully use all the extra power safely  :grin:

rough cost of parts and labour?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: CaptainCaveman on 15 October 2014, 11:36
Well today my car went in to have the uprated sachs organic clutch put in due to the clutch slipping since being remapped as well as a new dual mass flywheel. Clutch is noticeably stiffer but not so much it's undriveable but I'm sure I will get used to it :) so glad I can now fully use all the extra power safely  :grin:

rough cost of parts and labour?

Total cost was £1164 and if remember correctly the breakdown was roughly 500 for the clutch 300 for new dual mass and 300 labour. Service was great kept me informed throughout the day with the progress and even took pictures showing the difference between them after removing my old clutch.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 18 October 2014, 19:35
Left it in the station car park and took the train to London.  On the way to the station saw a black and white BMW i8 at the roundabout, and then bizarrely, driving back home 7 hours later, saw the same car again at another roundabout. 

Reckon the proud owner must just drive it round and round the city all day long  :grin:  Looked ace, so can't say I blame him  :drool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 18 October 2014, 21:32
I cannot help but see a porsche 911 when I see the rear of an i8. :embarrassed:

(http://i.imgur.com/vR73rDo.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 18 October 2014, 23:32
I cannot help but see a porsche 911 when I see the rear of an i8. :embarrassed:

(http://i.imgur.com/vR73rDo.jpg)

I didn't get much of a look at the back of the one I saw as it was coming towards me both times, but I see what you mean, like they've wedged a bit of the 911 in the rear, it looks a bit weird and out of place :undecided:  Front looked good but I still prefer the styling of Audi R8. 

Unfortunately Porsche 911s are all too common round here.  Lovely cars but get sick of seeing them.  Not so many Caymans though  :wink:  and, despite them rapidly becoming a ten a penny motor, I've only seen one mk7 R round here.  That might increase to two next year   :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 19 October 2014, 08:59
All this BMW talk has got me thinking about a 2 Series Active Tourer as a Golf alternative.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 19 October 2014, 15:29
Finally after nearly 2 months found the time to get her cleaned. I must have been busy or ill or something I never normally leave it that long, and she has never looked better!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 19 October 2014, 18:02
Finally after nearly 2 months found the time to get her cleaned. I must have been busy or ill or something I never normally leave it that long, and she has never looked better!!

We'll I hope it stays dry for you so you can revel in her new found cleanliness  :smiley:

Breathed a sigh of relief when I saw it was raining this morning, couldn't be arsed to clean it today. Rain stopped but I took a nap instead.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 19 October 2014, 18:09
All this BMW talk has got me thinking about a 2 Series Active Tourer as a Golf alternative.

Instead of a T5 or as well as?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 19 October 2014, 18:53
Breathed a sigh of relief when I saw it was raining this morning, couldn't be arsed to clean it today. Rain stopped but I took a nap instead.

What have you done with Rebecca?!!!  :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 19 October 2014, 18:56
Finally after nearly 2 months found the time to get her cleaned. I must have been busy or ill or something I never normally leave it that long, and she has never looked better!!

We'll I hope it stays dry for you so you can revel in her new found cleanliness  :smiley:

Breathed a sigh of relief when I saw it was raining this morning, couldn't be arsed to clean it today. Rain stopped but I took a nap instead.

I was going to put it off again, but my hangover wasn't as bad as i expected so I couldn't use that as an excuse.

Its now in the garage all clean and I'm glad it is, the brown tide look wasn't really working.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 19 October 2014, 19:14
All this BMW talk has got me thinking about a 2 Series Active Tourer as a Golf alternative.

Instead of a T5 or as well as?

I've put the T5 idea on the back burner for the time being. My wifes brothers ex wifes husband has just traded his van for a Passat estate like mine, so I've sort of gone off the idea. It was a bit of a frivolous one. He was not enamored with the service he got from VW, saying he was always treated far better at BMW, which got me thinking. I wasn't best pleased with them when my Passat was serviced at a different dealership recently either.

I had to drive the Golf the other day, and really disliked it's unnecessary amount of pedals, so got me thinking that it might be time to change it soon. After all, whats the point in working hard if we can't enjoy the fruits of our labours?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: J400uk on 19 October 2014, 19:21
Parked it next to some other Golf diesels. That was about the highlight of the weekend for the car :grin:

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x267/J400uk/TopGolf_zpsed20b465.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 19 October 2014, 19:49
Parked it next to some other Golf diesels. That was about the highlight of the weekend for the car :grin:

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x267/J400uk/TopGolf_zpsed20b465.jpg)

Reminds of a pic I took ages ago of my old Alfa parked next to another (mine's the cleaner one  :wink:) Exact same model, colour, trim, age, wheels, interior and we even both had a bottle of Fanta in the cupholder bizarrely!

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3942/15389569228_f0b7aef402_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 19 October 2014, 20:47
My wifes brothers ex wifes husband...

Do you remember all these convoluted family connections by their car preferences.  Impressive.

After all, whats the point in working hard if we can't enjoy the fruits of our labours?

Yes, cover the important stuff first and enjoy the rest while you can.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 19 October 2014, 22:08
Breathed a sigh of relief when I saw it was raining this morning, couldn't be arsed to clean it today. Rain stopped but I took a nap instead.

What have you done with Rebecca?!!!  :shocked:

You can mock  :grin:  It was car washing versus a doze on sofa island.  Sofa island won.  It's been a long and stressful few months with little end in sight, and sometimes you've just got to give in to apathy   :undecided:

Maybe I give the tail pipes a wipe over in the morning....tart it up for the week ahead  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 20 October 2014, 18:19
Breathed a sigh of relief when I saw it was raining this morning, couldn't be arsed to clean it today. Rain stopped but I took a nap instead.

What have you done with Rebecca?!!!  :shocked:

You can mock  :grin:  It was car washing versus a doze on sofa island.  Sofa island won.  It's been a long and stressful few months with little end in sight, and sometimes you've just got to give in to apathy   :undecided:

Maybe I give the tail pipes a wipe over in the morning....tart it up for the week ahead  :grin:
you chillax or what ever the in people say booth 11 more to life than keeping your car clean I have no choice but the back finally had its op so onwards and upwards you take care of yourself hope hubby is on the mend and yes give them pesky tailpipes a wipe  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 20 October 2014, 18:22
Parked it next to some other Golf diesels. That was about the highlight of the weekend for the car :grin:

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x267/J400uk/TopGolf_zpsed20b465.jpg)

Reminds of a pic I took ages ago of my old Alfa parked next to another (mine's the cleaner one  :wink:) Exact same model, colour, trim, age, wheels, interior and we even both had a bottle of Fanta in the cupholder bizarrely!

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3942/15389569228_f0b7aef402_b.jpg)
nothing wrong with a good old golf diesel looks like the golf club car park mind you the Alfas look tasty  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 20 October 2014, 18:56
was yesterday, just forgot to post  :grin:

Devil is in the details

(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b142/chuff69/3333A196-178E-4FD9-BC44-89F15E8BD971.jpg)

(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b142/chuff69/AF05A1F9-E93C-41D7-8BDE-C1C80EE0D3F1.jpg)

 :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 20 October 2014, 19:11
That has to be the best value mod you can do  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 20 October 2014, 19:14
:afro: and yet another top tip I got from this forum, not bad for the 3rd Mk of golf I getting help for  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: J400uk on 20 October 2014, 19:31
Parked it next to some other Golf diesels. That was about the highlight of the weekend for the car :grin:

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x267/J400uk/TopGolf_zpsed20b465.jpg)

Reminds of a pic I took ages ago of my old Alfa parked next to another (mine's the cleaner one  :wink:) Exact same model, colour, trim, age, wheels, interior and we even both had a bottle of Fanta in the cupholder bizarrely!

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3942/15389569228_f0b7aef402_b.jpg)
nothing wrong with a good old golf diesel looks like the golf club car park mind you the Alfas look tasty  :laugh:

Well amusingly enough the photo of the Golfs was taken here - http://topgolf.com/uk/watford/   :tongue:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 20 October 2014, 19:39
I have a sixth sense fooooooooooooouuuuuuuuuuur keep swinging j400 uk  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 October 2014, 20:26

You can mock  :grin:  It was car washing versus a doze on sofa island.  Sofa island won.  It's been a long and stressful few months with little end in sight, and sometimes you've just got to give in to apathy   :undecided:

Maybe I give the tail pipes a wipe over in the morning....tart it up for the week ahead  :grin:
you chillax or what ever the in people say booth 11 more to life than keeping your car clean I have no choice but the back finally had its op so onwards and upwards you take care of yourself hope hubby is on the mend and yes give them pesky tailpipes a wipe  :wink:

Haha, I hate the word chillax  :grin:  I know there's more to life than a clean car  :wink:

Hope your op went ok charlie.  My other half finished with chemo and radiotherapy but now going in for an op on Sunday, removal of lymph nodes, salivary glands etc, he'll be in for a week, so fingers crossed that all goes ok. 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 20 October 2014, 20:29
Breathed a sigh of relief when I saw it was raining this morning, couldn't be arsed to clean it today. Rain stopped but I took a nap instead.

What have you done with Rebecca?!!!  :shocked:

You can mock  :grin:  It was car washing versus a doze on sofa island.  Sofa island won.  It's been a long and stressful few months with little end in sight, and sometimes you've just got to give in to apathy   :undecided:

Maybe I give the tail pipes a wipe over in the morning....tart it up for the week ahead  :grin:

Tail pipe clean ups are definitely the easiest job on the car, no body likes sooty pipes.
(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_5781_zpseb4efe7e.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_5781_zpseb4efe7e.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 20 October 2014, 20:30
Went to pick up a few things tonight and came back and found I had a little friend with a Polo GTI.

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_5785_zpsdd4e6a4f.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_5785_zpsdd4e6a4f.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 October 2014, 20:41

Tail pipe clean ups are definitely the easiest job on the car, no body likes sooty pipes.
(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_5781_zpseb4efe7e.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_5781_zpseb4efe7e.jpg.html)

 :cool:  Look at her all clean and shiny, sooo pretty  :laugh:

Yeah, you can beat a pair of shiny tailpipes.

Speaking of which......

(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b142/chuff69/AF05A1F9-E93C-41D7-8BDE-C1C80EE0D3F1.jpg)

looking great, a huge improvement  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 20 October 2014, 21:03
 :wink: Certainly is.  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jonny_D_1987 on 20 October 2014, 22:22

Tail pipe clean ups are definitely the easiest job on the car, no body likes sooty pipes.
(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_5781_zpseb4efe7e.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_5781_zpseb4efe7e.jpg.html)

 :cool:  Look at her all clean and shiny, sooo pretty  :laugh:

Yeah, you can beat a pair of shiny tailpipes.

Speaking of which......

(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b142/chuff69/AF05A1F9-E93C-41D7-8BDE-C1C80EE0D3F1.jpg)

looking great, a huge improvement  :cool:

Are those the yeti pipes ? I bought these last year for my MK6 GT TDI but got a little freaked out while fitting them they seemed a little hard to get them on?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 21 October 2014, 07:58
If they were too easy to put on, they'd be more likely to fall off. Some light taps with a nylon hammer was all that was needed.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 21 October 2014, 11:48

You can mock  :grin:  It was car washing versus a doze on sofa island.  Sofa island won.  It's been a long and stressful few months with little end in sight, and sometimes you've just got to give in to apathy   :undecided:

Maybe I give the tail pipes a wipe over in the morning....tart it up for the week ahead  :grin:
you chillax or what ever the in people say booth 11 more to life than keeping your car clean I have no choice but the back finally had its op so onwards and upwards you take care of yourself hope hubby is on the mend and yes give them pesky tailpipes a wipe  :wink:

Haha, I hate the word chillax  :grin:  I know there's more to life than a clean car  :wink:

Hope your op went ok charlie.  My other half finished with chemo and radiotherapy but now going in for an op on Sunday, removal of lymph nodes, salivary glands etc, he'll be in for a week, so fingers crossed that all goes ok.
all went well thorough job by different surgeon thanks booth (Rebbecca) :smiley:/)hope the week passes quickly for you and all goes well
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 21 October 2014, 18:17
Are those the yeti pipes ? I bought these last year for my MK6 GT TDI but got a little freaked out while fitting them they seemed a little hard to get them on?

yes they are.  :cool:

If they were too easy to put on, they'd be more likely to fall off. Some light taps with a nylon hammer was all that was needed.

THIS, took a fair whack to start then it was a case of small taps all round and they butted up snug with no rattles.  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 21 October 2014, 18:52
Finally finished updating to v11 maps after three days of on and off updates.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jonny_D_1987 on 22 October 2014, 00:03
Are those the yeti pipes ? I bought these last year for my MK6 GT TDI but got a little freaked out while fitting them they seemed a little hard to get them on?

yes they are.  :cool:

If they were too easy to put on, they'd be more likely to fall off. Some light taps with a nylon hammer was all that was needed.

THIS, took a fair whack to start then it was a case of small taps all round and they butted up snug with no rattles.  :cool:

Cheers folks, planning on giving her a clean tomorrow so ill have another Jeffery then :)))))
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 25 October 2014, 09:44
Had my rear led units fitted last week, they look great and I'm really glad I went ahead with them. Yesterday had my graphite grey GTI side stripes fitted. They look amazing  :smiley: I had they professionally made and fitted by a local company who I always use and they really do add to the car.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 25 October 2014, 11:57
Any photos of the side stripes  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 25 October 2014, 13:03
I'll gladly post some if someone could explain to me how too  :huh:

Am I best taking them with my iPad or a digital camera?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 25 October 2014, 13:20
I'll gladly post some if someone could explain to me how too  :huh:

Am I best taking them with my iPad or a digital camera?

JDM82, you'll need a Photobucket or Flickr account to post pics on the forum.  Easier to upload directly from an ipad. 

Take pic, upload to photobucket or flickr account, then either copy and paste IMG code into your forum post (if using photobucket) or copy and paste BCC code into post (if using flickr)  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 25 October 2014, 16:11
Will have a go and get some pics.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 25 October 2014, 17:05
Chased a rainbow this morning on the way to drop the car off at the stealers for a service, I didn't find a pot of gold mind ...

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_5804_zpsf4f5c14e.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_5804_zpsf4f5c14e.jpg.html)

Got told that I would have a car just like mine, theres me thinking a new GTI or a GTD as a courtesy car, but no a Golf 1.6 Bluemotion, how disappointed I was. Even driving it like a rental only achieved 52 MPG, so went on the eco and got ...

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_5811_zpse5342f53.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_5811_zpse5342f53.jpg.html)

So on the way back i tried the same with the GTI, and was impressed with what I got ...

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_5813_zpsf471a5a1.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_5813_zpsf471a5a1.jpg.html)

On the plus side I'm back there next week having the boot struts replaced for free under warranty.  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 25 October 2014, 17:10
Buggar  :cry: only done 1800 miles too  :embarrassed:

(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b142/chuff69/45346DDF-7A42-4CF4-B7DF-A2848EB7AD68.jpg)

least i missed the oncoming van and it was only the tyre, wheel has  Polished out ok
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 25 October 2014, 17:26
Buggar  :cry: only done 1800 miles too  :embarrassed:

(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b142/chuff69/45346DDF-7A42-4CF4-B7DF-A2848EB7AD68.jpg)

least i missed the oncoming van and it was only the tyre, wheel has  Polished out ok

Glad the damage wasn't to bad in the end. It's aways a gut wrenching feeling as you go towards a Cerb
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 26 October 2014, 08:48
God dam Flickr  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 26 October 2014, 08:52
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3953/15003048314_22cd71e3b9_o.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/126842512@N06/15003048314/)
image (https://www.flickr.com/photos/126842512@N06/15003048314/) by jdmcmanus82 (https://www.flickr.com/people/126842512@N06/), on Flickr
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 26 October 2014, 08:54
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3953/15003048314_22cd71e3b9_o.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/126842512@N06/15003048314/)
image (https://www.flickr.com/photos/126842512@N06/15003048314/) by jdmcmanus82 (https://www.flickr.com/people/126842512@N06/), on Flickr

Success  :smiley: looking  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 26 October 2014, 11:50
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5605/15445272597_845a7959b4_o.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/126842512@N06/15445272597/)
image (https://www.flickr.com/photos/126842512@N06/15445272597/) by jdmcmanus82 (https://www.flickr.com/people/126842512@N06/), on Flickr


(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3946/15445133458_eae2b902fb_o.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/126842512@N06/15445133458/)
image (https://www.flickr.com/photos/126842512@N06/15445133458/) by jdmcmanus82 (https://www.flickr.com/people/126842512@N06/), on Flickr

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5599/15445133078_46f10d6d55_o.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/126842512@N06/15445133078/)
image (https://www.flickr.com/photos/126842512@N06/15445133078/) by jdmcmanus82 (https://www.flickr.com/people/126842512@N06/), on Flickr


As requested, pics of my new stripes in graphite grey. I like them but I know there not to everyone's taste. Mind I would love to see them in red on a black car  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 26 October 2014, 12:11
^^

I quite like them but only on a 3 dr.  Grey's a nice combo with TR.  Not sure about red stripes on black, will either look great or super chav.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 26 October 2014, 14:36
I like them too.

They'd look good on white as well, but as Rebecca said, red on black would look cack. A bit like an A-Team van. Cool in 1985, but we've moved on since then.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 26 October 2014, 15:20
Like it   :cool: .
 Thought about something similar for mine after viewing a Boxster spyder not long ago, Black on a white car and about half the depth...hmmmm
 Might be too small and loose the effect if they were along the flat area above the sill.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 26 October 2014, 15:26
Having looked again, I think it might look better without the top stripe.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 26 October 2014, 15:28
Yeah black on a white car would look good. I was just looking to break up the red. It's such a large block of colour I thought a stripe would give it some contrast which I think it done perfectly.

I still think red stripe on a black car would look cool but I also do think of the A-team now so  :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 26 October 2014, 18:44
I like it it is subtle not in your face just how a gti should be. Back in the day I had an xr3i which was red and it had a stripe down the side  :whistle: reminiscing :/)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 26 October 2014, 19:52
I think just the lower two stripes would look good a bit like the mk1 GTI
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 26 October 2014, 20:47
Being picky, would agree with dubber and Ex, nice as it is but would be perfect minus the top stripe.  Looks great with the alloys.  It's a very nice looking car.  Thought about going a bit darker on the rear windows?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 26 October 2014, 21:17
Went passed the 50k mark today! So I've put 14k on it since the end of Feb, I think I must like driving my GTI  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: p3asa on 26 October 2014, 21:28
Quick edit

(http://i918.photobucket.com/albums/ad28/p3asa1/redgticlone_zps20fca80e.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 26 October 2014, 21:34
Nifty work p3. And for a side by side comparison

Hmm, think top pic just edges it.  Like the way the stripe is echoed in the wing mirrors

(http://i918.photobucket.com/albums/ad28/p3asa1/redgticlone_zps20fca80e.jpg)

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5599/15445133078_46f10d6d55_o.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/126842512@N06/15445133078/)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 27 October 2014, 07:56
I was right. Loose the top stripe.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 27 October 2014, 09:30
Agree better without the top stripe  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ttdan on 27 October 2014, 20:39
Quick edit

(http://i918.photobucket.com/albums/ad28/p3asa1/redgticlone_zps20fca80e.jpg)

Nice rims, what are those?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 27 October 2014, 21:27
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5613/15459626920_d2c69482ea_o.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/126842512@N06/15459626920/)
image (https://www.flickr.com/photos/126842512@N06/15459626920/) by jdmcmanus82 (https://www.flickr.com/people/126842512@N06/), on Flickr

Thanks ttdan. There:


18" Ispiri ISR1 in matt graphite grey.  http://www.ispiriwheels.com
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 01 November 2014, 23:03
Boot struts replaced under warranty so I now have a boot that opens and lifts itself again.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 02 November 2014, 08:06
Boot struts replaced under warranty so I now have a boot that opens and lifts itself again.

Howd you do that mate?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 02 November 2014, 09:51
Boot struts replaced under warranty so I now have a boot that opens and lifts itself again.

Howd you do that mate?

It was done by the stealers. As the fluid had leaked out.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 03 November 2014, 10:36
Not today, but yday me and my uncle gave my car and his e90 m3 a full winter protection detail! Snow foamed, shampood, clayed, machine polished 80% correction and then gtechniq c1. Gleaming!

Also found out I need 2 new front tyres after 10 months of owning the car.....................
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 03 November 2014, 10:38
Boot struts replaced under warranty so I now have a boot that opens and lifts itself again.

Howd you do that mate?

It was done by the stealers. As the fluid had leaked out.

Ah right. Do you know what struts they used to get it to open by itself? I've tried several different kinds and different poppers and ball pins but none really worked properly, or the bootlid didn't close flush with the back of the car
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adycakes on 03 November 2014, 12:26
was yesterday, just forgot to post  :grin:

Devil is in the details

(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b142/chuff69/3333A196-178E-4FD9-BC44-89F15E8BD971.jpg)

(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b142/chuff69/AF05A1F9-E93C-41D7-8BDE-C1C80EE0D3F1.jpg)

What did you use to get them so shiny? :)

Mine are looking pretty bad now, really must clean them but not sure with what & how to approach it!
 :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 03 November 2014, 13:01


What did you use to get them so shiny? :)

Mine are looking pretty bad now, really must clean them but not sure with what & how to approach it!
 :smiley:

They are Skoda Yeti exhaust trims that slide over the tailpipes. A bargain at around £25 for the pair.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 03 November 2014, 16:17
I looked at mine from the living room window...   :whistle:

Waiting for some hopefully drier weather tomorrow so the winter protection detail can begin!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 03 November 2014, 17:58
I looked at mine from the living room window...   :whistle:

Waiting for some hopefully drier weather tomorrow so the winter protection detail can begin!

Did exactly the same yesterday. 3 weeks now without a wash  :whistle:  Was hoping to get another layer of wax on it.  Still, the nonstop rain has at least washed away all the crusted on mud, so not all bad  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 03 November 2014, 18:31
Did exactly the same yesterday. 3 weeks now without a wash  :whistle:  Was hoping to get another layer of wax on it.  Still, the nonstop rain has at least washed away all the crusted on mud, so not all bad  :grin:

Tomorrow's looking better so there's a bit of hope. I tell a lie really, I did go out to the car for a bit. Took off the front grill to have a look behind and confirm my suspicions that one of the clips on my gti badge is broken (it likes to rotate about 20 degrees). Suspect it'll be horrendous money if I ask VW how much one is considering they're going for £30 plus shipping on the bay. Added to list of jobs to do!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 03 November 2014, 18:47
decided my cars jinxed.  :huh:

Smashed screen at the weekend  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 03 November 2014, 19:04
decided my cars jinxed.  :huh:

Smashed screen at the weekend  :cry:

Oh dear, how did that happen? 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 03 November 2014, 19:06
m1 - fast moving, Thud, crack and then the sound of glass cracking, then crackign some more  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 03 November 2014, 19:12
Yeah I've just the pics on your other thread.  Not your average stone chip, that's some big crack  :shocked:
Lucky it stayed intact.  I've been in the front of a car when the whole windscreen went and it was not a pleasant experience!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 03 November 2014, 19:49
decided my cars jinxed.  :huh:

Smashed screen at the weekend  :cry:

Not much luck recently! How much did it set you back?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 03 November 2014, 19:51
decided my cars jinxed.  :huh:

Smashed screen at the weekend  :cry:

Not much luck recently! How much did it set you back?


£245 all in. now to claim it back in FULL from direct line.  they shall receive the letter in the morning  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 03 November 2014, 19:52
and to be fair, its done 3k in my ownership so its getting abused  :laugh: :grin: :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 03 November 2014, 19:53
£245 all in. now to claim it back in FULL from direct line.  they shall receive the letter in the morning  :whistle:

You have to claim it back?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 03 November 2014, 20:33
£245 all in. now to claim it back in FULL from direct line.  they shall receive the letter in the morning  :whistle:

You have to claim it back?

sadly yes, my insurance companys glass company  couldnt do it for 3 days so got it done myself the same day !!!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: hef on 03 November 2014, 21:12
I swore at it today.

Clutch started slipping :(

Any advice on uprated ones for fast road use to comfortably deal with 380ft-lb of torque+? Can only see Helix and Sachs options, Sachs seems around 400ftlb, no mention of helix's capabilities on awesome gti's site, and it mentions Sachs or LUK flywheels...how do I find out what I've got without splitting the bell housing from the block?

Anybody found an OEM replacement off another model which shares the same clutch/flywheel as the 2.0tfsi? I found with my vauxhall z20let, that the c20let standard clutch is the Courtenay Sport 'fast road' one so saved a fair bit of money...I wonder if there's a similar 'trick' for the VAG scene?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 03 November 2014, 21:50
Boot struts replaced under warranty so I now have a boot that opens and lifts itself again.

Howd you do that mate?

It was done by the stealers. As the fluid had leaked out.

Ah right. Do you know what struts they used to get it to open by itself? I've tried several different kinds and different poppers and ball pins but none really worked properly, or the bootlid didn't close flush with the back of the car

Ive heard that Skoda Octavia ones fit and lift it, but not seen anyone that has done it yet.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jonny_D_1987 on 03 November 2014, 23:30
Ripped the bottom part of the steering column trim off to investigate a really annoying creak and cant get it back on :(
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 04 November 2014, 21:38
Fallen out with it, 35 in a 30 speeding ticket  :cry: just what I needed 2 weeks before I go away.  :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 04 November 2014, 22:37
Fallen out with it, 35 in a 30 speeding ticket  :cry: just what I needed 2 weeks before I go away.  :sad:

Oops   :whistle: :rolleyes:

Thought I might be getting one a few weeks back but the ominous envelope never arrived   :huh:  :smiley:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 05 November 2014, 00:23
wonder how much added bhp the GTI stripes have and if you lose any when you remove the top one
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JDM82 on 05 November 2014, 06:01
wonder how much added bhp the GTI stripes have and if you lose any when you remove the top one



You were awake at 0:23 wondering how much bhp a side stripe adds and how much you'd lose if you removed the top stripe?

Wow  :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 05 November 2014, 08:22
Got me new tyre on last night! £40 off eBay for a nice conti sport contact 5 to match my OEM ones still with 6mm tread! Got my mate to fit it on for free and wheels rotated for the winter
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 08 November 2014, 07:58
Got these last week,arrived in two weeks :sad:, they were originally supposed to be with me at the end of November, so I booked fitting for earliest date in December, Ohhh the temptation.......prob be snowing by the time they are fitted :smiley:



(http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q226/golfsads/latest11038_zpse6af344b.jpg) (http://s137.photobucket.com/user/golfsads/media/latest11038_zpse6af344b.jpg.html)

(http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q226/golfsads/latest11037_zps0929e428.jpg) (http://s137.photobucket.com/user/golfsads/media/latest11037_zps0929e428.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 08 November 2014, 09:39
Full service, cambelt, water pump and brake fluid change. That'll mean it's staying with me for a while longer then.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 08 November 2014, 10:35
(http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q226/golfsads/latest11038_zpse6af344b.jpg) (http://s137.photobucket.com/user/golfsads/media/latest11038_zpse6af344b.jpg.html)

(http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q226/golfsads/latest11037_zps0929e428.jpg) (http://s137.photobucket.com/user/golfsads/media/latest11037_zps0929e428.jpg.html)

Ohlins!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 08 November 2014, 16:36
Fallen out with it, 35 in a 30 speeding ticket  :cry: just what I needed 2 weeks before I go away.  :sad:

Oops   :whistle: :rolleyes:

Thought I might be getting one a few weeks back but the ominous envelope never arrived   :huh:  :smiley:

Oops were among the words that I was muttering, still no one else to blame, is it acceptable to use cruise control at 30 around town?  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 08 November 2014, 17:14
yep  :shocked: :lipsrsealed: :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 November 2014, 20:21
Fallen out with it, 35 in a 30 speeding ticket  :cry: just what I needed 2 weeks before I go away.  :sad:

Oops   :whistle: :rolleyes:

Thought I might be getting one a few weeks back but the ominous envelope never arrived   :huh:  :smiley:

Oops were among the words that I was muttering, still no one else to blame, is it acceptable to use cruise control at 30 around town?  :wink:

Nope  :laugh: :tongue:   :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 09 November 2014, 16:24
Got MOT done for another year  :smiley: got an advisory because they couldn't check how much was left on the front pads.. Anyone else had this before?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 09 November 2014, 16:50
Got MOT done for another year  :smiley: got an advisory because they couldn't check how much was left on the front pads.. Anyone else had this before?

What back street garage are you going to? If they cant see then they must take the wheel off and check.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: legg360 on 09 November 2014, 17:41
Got MOT done for another year  :smiley: got an advisory because they couldn't check how much was left on the front pads.. Anyone else had this before?

What back street garage are you going to? If they cant see then they must take the wheel off and check.

I've been away with work for the past 4 months so my parents are looking after my car, they decided to take it to halfrauds, I'm guess then they prob didn't take the wheel off so was never checked and that's why it went down as an advisory
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 09 November 2014, 18:38
Mot's are not supposed to take parts off to check, brakes only have to work
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: hef on 09 November 2014, 19:36
Put my standard airbox on today as my aftermarket one developed a hole!  :shocked:

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/hefinhyper/20141109_141454.jpg) (http://s239.photobucket.com/user/hefinhyper/media/20141109_141454.jpg.html)

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/hefinhyper/20141109_150338.jpg) (http://s239.photobucket.com/user/hefinhyper/media/20141109_150338.jpg.html)

when taking it off, I also noticed the heat shield was also falling apart!

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/hefinhyper/20141109_150510.jpg) (http://s239.photobucket.com/user/hefinhyper/media/20141109_150510.jpg.html)

It seems the supplier's aware of the issue, let's hope they can send out the revised version:

(http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg312/S1KKEM/unitron_zpsbec7fe5b.jpg) (http://s251.photobucket.com/user/S1KKEM/media/unitron_zpsbec7fe5b.jpg.html)

time to write up an email :\
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 10 November 2014, 17:00
what intake is it? Neuspeed?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: hef on 10 November 2014, 22:16
what intake is it? Neuspeed?

Unitronic.

Had a prompt reply off them today, they've forwarded me on to the warranty team...

I quite like the look of my stock engine cover again now though...although top end power has taken a hit

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/hefinhyper/IMG-20141110-WA0003.jpeg) (http://s239.photobucket.com/user/hefinhyper/media/IMG-20141110-WA0003.jpeg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 15 November 2014, 14:57
a nice wash and top up of wax and a hover inside. car looks a different color now after how black it was! :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MartinrobGTi on 17 November 2014, 19:51
Bought a pipewerx 3" downpipe and sportscat for the GTi off awesome!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 18 November 2014, 20:37
broke the 52mpg barrier   :whistle:, ( real figures not MFD ) 

must have been driving like a pussy for that tankful  :laugh: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 18 November 2014, 22:35
broke the 52mpg barrier   :whistle:, ( real figures not MFD ) 

must have been driving like a pussy for that tankful  :laugh: :grin:

What, don't you trust the MFD   :shocked: :grin:  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: phil1975 on 25 November 2014, 17:11
First Mot today on the gti (passed no probs), full service and brake fluid change. 20000 miles on the clock now.

Service receptionist: Would you like your car cleaning?
Me: No thank you
Service receptionist: It's free!
Me: Well it can't be any good then can it!

Had a mk7 golf match diesel with 800 miles on the clock for the day, quite quick for 105ps did seem weird going back to 5speed again, it even had quite a nice growl for a diesel. Rides very well on standard suspension and tyres with actual sidewalls!! Just nothing special to look at. Impressed with the interior, had a play around with the Adaptive cruise control can confirm it definitely works! :whistle:

Still planning on keeping the gti for another 2/3 years, I look at other cars online all the time, get prices from orange wheels etc. Then everytime I see or get in and drive my car it always wins me over!

Just need to decide whether to take out a vw extended warranty.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 25 November 2014, 17:28
First Mot today on the gti (passed no probs), full service and brake fluid change. 20000 miles on the clock now.

Service receptionist: Would you like your car cleaning?
Me: No thank you
Service receptionist: It's free!
Me: Well it can't be any good then can it!

Had a mk7 golf match diesel with 800 miles on the clock for the day, quite quick for 105ps did seem weird going back to 5speed again, it even had quite a nice growl for a diesel. Rides very well on standard suspension and tyres with actual sidewalls!! Just nothing special to look at. Impressed with the interior, had a play around with the Adaptive cruise control can confirm it definitely works! :whistle:

Still planning on keeping the gti for another 2/3 years, I look at other cars online all the time, get prices from orange wheels etc. Then everytime I see or get in and drive my car it always wins me over!

Just need to decide whether to take out a vw extended warranty.
would of loved to see her face when you said it can't be any good  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 25 November 2014, 19:53
Haven't moved the car for nearly 2 weeks as of being on holiday. And got a message off my dad saying that he had bought a MK7 GTI. I'm not jealous at all!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 25 November 2014, 20:14
broke the 52mpg barrier   :whistle:, ( real figures not MFD ) 

must have been driving like a pussy for that tankful  :laugh: :grin:

What, don't you trust the MFD   :shocked: :grin:  :grin:

 :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

As much as i trust my estranged wife NOT to fleece me for everything she can  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: gaurav_aidasani on 30 November 2014, 20:58
Got new shoes for the car
I know the hot topic is winter tires but fitted Goodyear eagle f1s, rides unbelievably smooth and cabin certainly feels quieter.
At 95 a corner definitely worth it!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 02 December 2014, 19:24
Got annoyed enough by the rattle to book it in for investigation and a Winter Check  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 04 December 2014, 16:57
Busy week...

Put my winter tyres on then,
Full service
Brake Fluid Change
New Brake pads all round
Cambelt change
MOT

...expensive week
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 06 December 2014, 18:39
Had the indicators fixed for free, and by the seem of it been rallying ... I know tomorrows job ...


(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/DirtyCar_zpsda51d17c.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/DirtyCar_zpsda51d17c.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 06 December 2014, 19:51
Had the indicators fixed for free, and by the seem of it been rallying ... I know tomorrows job ...

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/DirtyCar_zpsda51d17c.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/DirtyCar_zpsda51d17c.jpg.html)

Good result with your indicators  :cool:

If it's any consolation mine's as dirty as yours and only washed a week ago, and no rallying, well, not off-road anyway, lol  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 06 December 2014, 19:56
Had the indicators fixed for free, and by the seem of it been rallying ... I know tomorrows job ...

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/DirtyCar_zpsda51d17c.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/DirtyCar_zpsda51d17c.jpg.html)

Good result with your indicators  :cool:

If it's any consolation mine's as dirty as yours and only washed a week ago, and no rallying, well, not off-road anyway, lol  :wink:

I know, only took them 2 hours to replace both parts, and they listened when I said don't clean it for me....

Its the time of year I guess, can't get away from it, hope it stays warm enough for a coat of winter wax. If not, it will be a January clean i guess, if i can hold out that long!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ttdan on 06 December 2014, 20:23
Winters went on this morning. Typically I hit a huge pothole on the way home yesterday and have dinked my immacculate 19's.  :angry:

Pic from last year which was as mild as you like in the South, had more frosts in the last week than we did all last winter.

(http://i577.photobucket.com/albums/ss219/Senoj911/8a46ed0b931e90c646e8140e28b939a5_zps2bce8948.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 06 December 2014, 21:34
Had the indicators fixed for free, and by the seem of it been rallying ... I know tomorrows job ...


(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/DirtyCar_zpsda51d17c.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/DirtyCar_zpsda51d17c.jpg.html)
I think the gti looks good when it's being a bit dirty :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 06 December 2014, 22:45
Had the indicators fixed for free, and by the seem of it been rallying ... I know tomorrows job ...


(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/DirtyCar_zpsda51d17c.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/DirtyCar_zpsda51d17c.jpg.html)
I think the gti looks good when it's being a bit dirty :evil:

I think you are right at this time of year it does suit them. And the summer they have to be immaculate.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 06 December 2014, 23:19
The external winter dirt doesn't bother me, it's all the crap that gets inside that's a pain.  My driver's footwell is permanently filled with leaves in winter, I hate a dirty interior.  Except the car boot  which is my dirty little secret  :embarrassed:  it's filled with mud encrusted rigger boots, wellies, waterproofs and all manner of rubbish, and an economy sized bottle of quick detailer  :wink:  the car equivalent of the 'man drawer'  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 06 December 2014, 23:22
Winters went on this morning. Typically I hit a huge pothole on the way home yesterday and have dinked my immacculate 19's.  :angry:

Pic from last year which was as mild as you like in the South, had more frosts in the last week than we did all last winter.

(http://i577.photobucket.com/albums/ss219/Senoj911/8a46ed0b931e90c646e8140e28b939a5_zps2bce8948.jpg)

Nice set of winters.  Opportunity to get it refurbed whilst your winters are on?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ttdan on 07 December 2014, 09:38
Winters went on this morning. Typically I hit a huge pothole on the way home yesterday and have dinked my immacculate 19's.  :angry:

Pic from last year which was as mild as you like in the South, had more frosts in the last week than we did all last winter.


Nice set of winters.  Opportunity to get it refurbed whilst your winters are on?

Yes, thats the plan. Although its the laquered alloy part that got the ding which is tough to fix i think. lepsons not too far away so some hope  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mike. on 07 December 2014, 11:28
Just put the winters on as well, my 18's have already seen enough salt this year.

Just in time, just started snowing here  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 07 December 2014, 12:09
I guess we are all going winter mode.   :smiley:
Cleaned the Mk6 yesterday then parked it in the garage next to the mk1 for there winter hibernation.
Then fitted the winter wheels to the leon.
I was going to clean the leon today as its filthy and looks odd with clean wheels but its been raining or sleeting or snowing all morning on and off as well as blowing a gale. It can wait till next weekend. :smiley:

Maybe I should build a garage to be able to wash my cars indoors like canadians do.  :undecided: or maybe I should just spend less time on www.garagejournal.com  forum  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 07 December 2014, 14:50
Measured the tread depth on the front hummm... 2mm, on the back ....3mm. Doh.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 07 December 2014, 15:00
Stupid question. But what do you all run for winter wheels?? Steels or cheap alloys? And what sort of tyres.

Looking at getting some.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 07 December 2014, 15:03
Standard Vancouver's with Michelin PS3's don't bother with winter wheels.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 07 December 2014, 16:27
Im going to start using the mk6 for winter next winter and will be using 16" oem wheels from a TDI SE mk6 cost me £200 the set secondhand iirc .
 205x55x16 winter tyres are far cheaper than 225x45x17 or 225x40x18.
I currently use nankang sv2 205x55x16 (I think there sv2s) on my leon for winter use, they cost me less than £200 for 4 last year.
 I will just transfer the tyres over to the golf wheels next year as they have 7.5 and 8mm of tread on at the moment.
Its basically cost me £400 to feel far safer and be able to get into work which meens I get paid rather than struggle to even be able to get out of my drive, they basically paid for themselfs last winter..
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ttdan on 07 December 2014, 17:51
Stupid question. But what do you all run for winter wheels?? Steels or cheap alloys? And what sort of tyres.

Looking at getting some.

16" steels have a certain look which i dont mind and the benefit of reasonable tyre costs. I bought some 18" monzas from fleabay that had tinworm and refurbed them. Fitted Nokian tyres. I still wanted the car handling  like a GTi.  I thought i was saving money but ultimately the whole lot cost loads...looks good though :cool: and the wet weather performance is pretty astounding too.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 07 December 2014, 18:33
Might look on fleebay for a cheap set of mk6 alloys then.... I used to have a nasty habit of meeting kerbs if it snowed...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 07 December 2014, 18:50
I fitted my winter wheel and tyre combo onto my Passat yesterday. I have a set of secondhand B6 Passat Highline wheels, which I think would look OK on the Golf as well.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 07 December 2014, 19:20
I've often toyed with the idea of winter wheels and tyres.  I also have a poor track record when it comes to kerbing alloys but ironically never happened in winter, always inflicted in good weather  :huh:

I know it's not all about snow, but last winter was so mild here, winter wheels weren't really warranted, and the Conti sport 5s have been brilliant for last 2 winters.  For a summer tyre they are surprisingly good in winter, even performed well in snowy conditions.

Same couldn't be said of the awful tyres on my old mk5 which were so bad I once had to abandon it at the side of the road after skidding in snow and getting stuck.  I really should have stuck winters on that  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 07 December 2014, 19:25
Hmm might just risk it, I need new tyres anyway, if it gets that bad ill take the company AWD van ....
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 07 December 2014, 19:31
Maybe I should build a garage to be able to wash my cars indoors like canadians do.  :undecided: or maybe I should just spend less time on www.garagejournal.com  forum  :laugh:

One look at that garage forum is enough to tell me that's a dangerous place to be lurking if I want to keep any tiny amount of my payslip!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 07 December 2014, 19:34
On another note away from winter wheels & tyres i managed to get both the MK6 & MK7 cleaned today. (Y)

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_6332_zpsbda7b09e.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_6332_zpsbda7b09e.jpg.html)

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_6338_zpsaddf971f.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_6338_zpsaddf971f.jpg.html)

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_6339_zps7450df8e.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_6339_zps7450df8e.jpg.html)

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_6340_zpsff79c09b.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_6340_zpsff79c09b.jpg.html)

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_6349_zpsac5b5821.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_6349_zpsac5b5821.jpg.html)

I'm still not sold on the MK7, but I would be biased to the MK6 as its my baby. Still a good Sunday well spent.  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 07 December 2014, 19:37
Maybe I should build a garage to be able to wash my cars indoors like canadians do.  :undecided: or maybe I should just spend less time on www.garagejournal.com  forum  :laugh:

One look at that garage forum is enough to tell me that's a dangerous place to be lurking if I want to keep any tiny amount of my payslip!

having a double garage today was a saviour as i managed to just wash and nearly finished drying before the heavens opened, in the garage it went to be finished off.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ttdan on 07 December 2014, 20:02
On another note away from winter wheels & tyres i managed to get both the MK6 & MK7 cleaned today. (Y)


I'm still not sold on the MK7, but I would be biased to the MK6 as its my baby. Still a good Sunday well spent.  :laugh:

This is the mk6 forum after all but, yes, 6 is a prettier car. 7 nicer on the inside. Buddy of mine has a 7r, doesnt get away from mine in the dry but in the damp....different planet and its a cracking place to sit. ugly though  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 07 December 2014, 20:05
I Fitted new discs and pads to the front on Monday and got it serviced on Friday. Was told I need 2 new rear tyres, I have a slight oil leak coming from neat the turbo that needs further investigation and the low brake pad level dash warning keeps coming on and it is possibly a dodgy wire loom  :cry: :cry: :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 07 December 2014, 20:08
On another note away from winter wheels & tyres i managed to get both the MK6 & MK7 cleaned today. (Y)


I'm still not sold on the MK7, but I would be biased to the MK6 as its my baby. Still a good Sunday well spent.  :laugh:

This is the mk6 forum after all but, yes, 6 is a prettier car. 7 nicer on the inside. Buddy of mine has a 7r, doesnt get away from mine in the dry but in the damp....different planet and its a cracking place to sit. ugly though  :laugh:

You are right the 6 still turns heads and sounds better under strain, maybe thats because the 7 isn't ran in yet with 200 miles on it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 07 December 2014, 20:32
Vwhitehawk
Ive got to ask.. how bigs your garage? As it looks a nice width.
It looks alot wider than mine, id struggle to fit a mk7 next to my mk6 i think, as mines only 19ft4 which is just less than 6M.

The mk7 exterior is starting to grow on me but unlike others here I still prefer the mk6 interior especially the seats.

Obbzi
Have a look at my old oil leak thread it may help you. I need to take another look at mine, im gkad you reminded me.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 07 December 2014, 20:38
Vwhitehawk
Ive git to ask.. how bigs your garage? As it looks a nice width.

The mk7 is starting to grow on me but unlike others here I still prefer the mk6 interior especially the seats.

Obbzi
Have a look at my old oil leak thread it may help you. I need to take another look at mine, im gkad you reminded me.

I think its 18ft x 18ft, it makes hell of a difference being able to get both cars away, saves time on a lot of scraping and all the cleaning gear is easy to get to.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 07 December 2014, 20:40
Thanks it looks bigger in the photo as mines 19ft4 and I thought I would struggle to fit a 7 next to a 6 as the 7 is wider.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 07 December 2014, 20:58
Thanks it looks bigger in the photo as mines 19ft4 and I thought I would struggle to fit a 7 next to a 6 as the 7 is wider.

just found the paper work, its 18ft square, the biggest we could get without planning permission with 2 8ft doors.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 07 December 2014, 21:14
Thanks.  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 07 December 2014, 21:21
On another note away from winter wheels & tyres i managed to get both the MK6 & MK7 cleaned today. (Y)

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_6349_zpsac5b5821.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_6349_zpsac5b5821.jpg.html)

I'm still not sold on the MK7, but I would be biased to the MK6 as its my baby. Still a good Sunday well spent.  :laugh:

Nice monochrome pair, nice garage too  :cool:  how long you had the Mk7?

The mk7 exterior is starting to grow on me but unlike others here I still prefer the mk6 interior especially the seats.

I'm not sold on the mk7 interior either.  Only seen the GTD (and a nappa R), not the GTI, but thought it looked cheaper than the mk6 interior in many ways, all that gloss black plastic.  Not a deal breaker though.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 07 December 2014, 21:23
On another note away from winter wheels & tyres i managed to get both the MK6 & MK7 cleaned today. (Y)

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_6349_zpsac5b5821.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_6349_zpsac5b5821.jpg.html)

I'm still not sold on the MK7, but I would be biased to the MK6 as its my baby. Still a good Sunday well spent.  :laugh:

Parents got one while I was away in Mexico, so had it 2 weeks now, it was the best of the ones he was looking at out of the Audi A1 1.4TFSI and the S1.

Nice monochrome pair, nice garage too  :cool:  how long you had the Mk7?

The mk7 exterior is starting to grow on me but unlike others here I still prefer the mk6 interior especially the seats.

I'm not sold on the mk7 interior either.  Only seen the GTD (and a nappa R), not the GTI, but thought it looked cheaper than the mk6 interior in many ways, all that gloss black plastic.  Not a deal breaker though.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 07 December 2014, 21:43
Thanks Snoopy will have a look now  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 07 December 2014, 23:40
On another note away from winter wheels & tyres i managed to get both the MK6 & MK7 cleaned today. (Y)

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_6349_zpsac5b5821.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_6349_zpsac5b5821.jpg.html)

I'm still not sold on the MK7, but I would be biased to the MK6 as its my baby. Still a good Sunday well spent.  :laugh:
that's a mighty fine garage you have got yourself and the motors don't look to bad either  :cool:

Nice monochrome pair, nice garage too  :cool:  how long you had the Mk7?

The mk7 exterior is starting to grow on me but unlike others here I still prefer the mk6 interior especially the seats.

I'm not sold on the mk7 interior either.  Only seen the GTD (and a nappa R), not the GTI, but thought it looked cheaper than the mk6 interior in many ways, all that gloss black plastic.  Not a deal breaker though.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 10 December 2014, 19:13
Got complimented on it by a GTD owner.  :shocked:

 said it looks a lot more refined than his and the GT badge looked good on it  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: golfhappy on 12 December 2014, 01:24
Ave fixed that long standing issue with my heated rear screen, thats what i did to my golf today!!! poor dealer spent at least 4 hours trying to diagnose the problem at the last service and wanted me back to rip it to bits and check all the wiring. Saved him a job and me a large bill. Once they found it i wouldn't have got away with it under warranty.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 12 December 2014, 10:14
Ave fixed that long standing issue with my heated rear screen, thats what i did to my golf today!!! poor dealer spent at least 4 hours trying to diagnose the problem at the last service and wanted me back to rip it to bits and check all the wiring. Saved him a job and me a large bill. Once they found it i wouldn't have got away with it under warranty.


What was the problem?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: golfhappy on 12 December 2014, 13:41
when i plugged in Vagcom and checked Byte 22 the heated rear screen box was checked. Heated seats and air con wasn't, but they were working? so check those boxes and code changed to 85 and the screen worked! weird or what!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: golfhappy on 13 December 2014, 01:02
On Wednesday i took the car up to Falkland Performance and here's the link and a picture of the car at last. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Falkland-Performance-Centre/110298915702687
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 December 2014, 08:36
On Wednesday i took the car up to Falkland Performance and here's the link and a picture of the car at last. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Falkland-Performance-Centre/110298915702687

Looking mean  :cool:  very nice
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: golfhappy on 13 December 2014, 12:54
On Wednesday i took the car up to Falkland Performance and here's the link and a picture of the car at last. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Falkland-Performance-Centre/110298915702687

Looking mean  :cool:  very nice

Thanks, if i'd know prior to him taking the pic, i would have asked for a rear end photo as well  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 13 December 2014, 15:06
On Wednesday i took the car up to Falkland Performance and here's the link and a picture of the car at last. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Falkland-Performance-Centre/110298915702687

Looking mean  :cool:  very nice

Thanks, if i'd know prior to him taking the pic, i would have asked for a rear end photo as well  :smiley:
is that you in the underpants in the snow :laugh:car looks good buddy
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 13 December 2014, 18:29
eventually a sunny clear no wind day to give it a clean!  shame the water frooze during cleaning  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 13 December 2014, 19:57
eventually a sunny clear no wind day to give it a clean!  shame the water frooze during cleaning  :grin:
I did the leon so had similar issues when the sun dipped down behind the houses. After id finished I noticed the weather forecast said it would be 4 degrees warmer tomorrow... doh!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 13 December 2014, 20:06
eventually a sunny clear no wind day to give it a clean!  shame the water frooze during cleaning  :grin:

Lucky I got mine done last week, and sadly hasn't moved since   :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 13 December 2014, 20:22
eventually a sunny clear no wind day to give it a clean!  shame the water frooze during cleaning  :grin:
I did the leon so had similar issues when the sun dipped down behind the houses. After id finished I noticed the weather forecast said it would be 4 degrees warmer tomorrow... doh!

My drive is in the shade so had no sun!  :sad:   was ticking around 1c all day but car was filthy just put loads of salt down after  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 December 2014, 20:34
eventually a sunny clear no wind day to give it a clean!  shame the water frooze during cleaning  :grin:

Have to sacrifice my car cleaning session this weekend for xmas tree buying/decorating instead - kid pressure is hard to ignore!  It'll have to be filthy for yet another week  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 13 December 2014, 20:51
eventually a sunny clear no wind day to give it a clean!  shame the water frooze during cleaning  :grin:

Have to sacrifice my car cleaning session this weekend for xmas tree buying/decorating instead - kid pressure is hard to ignore!  It'll have to be filthy for yet another week  :cry:

I had to  it was disgusting the color mine had changed after 1 week!

(http://i61.tinypic.com/14n1w6b.jpg)

(http://i61.tinypic.com/2hycwuh.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 December 2014, 21:00
eventually a sunny clear no wind day to give it a clean!  shame the water frooze during cleaning  :grin:

Have to sacrifice my car cleaning session this weekend for xmas tree buying/decorating instead - kid pressure is hard to ignore!  It'll have to be filthy for yet another week  :cry:

I had to  it was disgusting the color mine had changed after 1 week!

(http://i61.tinypic.com/14n1w6b.jpg)

(http://i61.tinypic.com/2hycwuh.jpg)


Now I'm jealous, looks excellent Chris :cool:

Sadly mine looks exactly like your top pic  :sad:  Not sure I can stand it like that much longer,  might have to get up at the crack of dawn to sort it out.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 13 December 2014, 21:06
Thanks!  unfortunately took my sticker off. didn't think it looked right. :whistle: got another 2 so might put one in the middle above where wiper goes. 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 December 2014, 21:13
Thanks!  unfortunately took my sticker off. didn't think it looked right. :whistle: got another 2 so might put one in the middle above where wiper goes. 

Another 2!!  You'll be alright if there's a sudden pre xmas rush on them  :tongue:

Thought the general consensus was that the forum sticker looks best sited in the rear passenger window (driver's side), along the bottom edge, or maybe I just dreamed that  :huh:

I haven't even got one.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 13 December 2014, 21:15
Thanks!  unfortunately took my sticker off. didn't think it looked right. :whistle: got another 2 so might put one in the middle above where wiper goes. 

Another 2!!  You'll be alright if there's a sudden pre xmas rush on them  :tongue:

Thought the general consensus was that the forum sticker looks best sited in the rear passenger window (driver's side), along the bottom edge, or maybe I just dreamed that  :huh:

I haven't even got one.

yeah.. i have a sticker along there already :(  dont wanna be adding loads  :grin:     get it cleaned!!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 December 2014, 21:19
Thanks!  unfortunately took my sticker off. didn't think it looked right. :whistle: got another 2 so might put one in the middle above where wiper goes. 

Another 2!!  You'll be alright if there's a sudden pre xmas rush on them  :tongue:

Thought the general consensus was that the forum sticker looks best sited in the rear passenger window (driver's side), along the bottom edge, or maybe I just dreamed that  :huh:

I haven't even got one.

yeah.. i have a sticker along there already :(  dont wanna be adding loads  :grin:     get it cleaned!!!

Haha, remember less is more chris  :wink:

I damn well am gonna clean it tommorow now, in fact I'm just off to put the sodding xmas decs up now so I can free up some time to do it in the morning.  See what happens when you post pics of your shiny clean black car!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 13 December 2014, 21:22
eventually a sunny clear no wind day to give it a clean!  shame the water frooze during cleaning  :grin:

Have to sacrifice my car cleaning session this weekend for xmas tree buying/decorating instead - kid pressure is hard to ignore!  It'll have to be filthy for yet another week  :cry:

I had to  it was disgusting the color mine had changed after 1 week!

(http://i61.tinypic.com/14n1w6b.jpg)

(http://i61.tinypic.com/2hycwuh.jpg)

Wow what a transformation! You certainly cannot beat the look of a freshly cleaned black Mk6  :cool: Shame they don't look like that for long! Wish mine had the L.E.D's they make such a difference to the look.




Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 13 December 2014, 21:31
Snooze,  I give it one day of rain and it will look "pap" again... :whistle:    so hard to keep the shiny black look :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 13 December 2014, 23:19
Ha ha, I feel your pain!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 14 December 2014, 14:34
Cleaned it!  All those pics of lovely clean cars got to me  :embarrassed:

Bit of an early morning rushed job and had to jet wash a thick layer of frost off first but at least I can see out of the windows now.  The inside is still rank though  :grin:

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7576/15399710373_5fd442e032_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15399710373/)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7533/15833589097_823c3df04d_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15833589097/)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7466/15833589157_dab6134fbd_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15833589157/)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 14 December 2014, 14:50
Good job booth looks stunning :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 14 December 2014, 15:30
Cleaned it!  All those pics of lovely clean cars got to me  :embarrassed:

Bit of an early morning rushed job and had to jet wash a thick layer of frost off first but at least I can see out of the windows now.  The inside is still rank though  :grin:

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7576/15399710373_5fd442e032_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15399710373/)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7533/15833589097_823c3df04d_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15833589097/)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7466/15833589157_dab6134fbd_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15833589157/)

Holy cow, jaw dropping!  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 14 December 2014, 15:55
Cleaned it!  All those pics of lovely clean cars got to me  :embarrassed:

Bit of an early morning rushed job and had to jet wash a thick layer of frost off first but at least I can see out of the windows now.  The inside is still rank though  :grin:

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7576/15399710373_5fd442e032_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15399710373/)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7533/15833589097_823c3df04d_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15833589097/)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7466/15833589157_dab6134fbd_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15833589157/)


lurv it!!

just changed my badges to matt black   will try get somne pics up!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 14 December 2014, 17:39
Cleaned it!  All those pics of lovely clean cars got to me  :embarrassed:

Bit of an early morning rushed job and had to jet wash a thick layer of frost off first but at least I can see out of the windows now.  The inside is still rank though  :grin:

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7576/15399710373_5fd442e032_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15399710373/)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7533/15833589097_823c3df04d_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15833589097/)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7466/15833589157_dab6134fbd_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15833589157/)

Looks stunning. But having been out in the black mk7 today. It won't stay like that for long...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 14 December 2014, 19:00
Cheers all  :smiley:

But having been out in the black mk7 today. It won't stay like that for long...

Tell me about it.  Drove to get petrol and got a dirty rear end already  :rolleyes:

How do you like the mk7?  Has it got the performance pack?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 14 December 2014, 19:26
Rebecca those reflections!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Mine is filthy again already too after being washed Thurs, this time of year is just pants! Can't wait for some better weather so I can finally get on with some paint correction! Hoping xmas brings lots of detailing goodies  :drool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 14 December 2014, 19:42
Cheers all  :smiley:

But having been out in the black mk7 today. It won't stay like that for long...

Tell me about it.  Drove to get petrol and got a dirty rear end already  :rolleyes:

How do you like the mk7?  Has it got the performance pack?

Sadly no performance pack and it doesn't seem as responsive as mine. Maybe because it's only done 500 miles. But the brakes send you through the screen! I do like the cruise on it though.

They both have there perks. But I'll stick with the mk6 as its mine. Maybe chip it so it's the quicker one of the 2 again.  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 14 December 2014, 19:43
Mines still sitting clean in the garage  :evil:

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Mobile%20Uploads/20140930_211153-1.jpg)

Must admit I much prefer the silver leon this time of year as the silver doesn't show the dirt much at all compared to other colours. I did nearly buy the mk6 in silver just did not like the lack of reflections the silver on of the mk6 gave compared to the reflective diamond silver of the mk1 GTI.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 14 December 2014, 20:51
Mines still sitting clean in the garage  :evil:

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Mobile%20Uploads/20140930_211153-1.jpg)

Must admit I much prefer the silver leon this time of year as the silver doesn't show the dirt much at all compared to other colours. I did nearly buy the mk6 in silver just did not like the lack of reflections the silver on of the mk6 gave compared to the reflective diamond silver of the mk1 GTI.

The diamond silver and night blue combo look made for each other, gorgeous  :cool:  From the mk4 onwards, I never liked silver GTIs, though it does seem to suit the sharper lines of the mk7.

And how tidy is your garage  :shocked:

Mine might stay that clean if...

a) I had an accessible garage
b) I didn't have to drive it every day

 :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 14 December 2014, 21:17
Took me a long time to get the garage that way. The mk1 use to be in the middle for about 8 years more or less surrounded by stuff. I then decided enough was enough and spent months  going to the local tip every weekend. Its amazing how much you keep you don't need or have used in years.
I also cheat as I have a 20ft container with all the garden tools, bikes etc in, but thats tidy and organised now too..
The garage still has a not so small to do list.  The floor tiled, roof painting, The units hung on the wall, A kitchen top work surface fitted on top of the floor units, Radiator fitted, hot water and mixer tap plumbed in.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 14 December 2014, 21:42
Mines still sitting clean in the garage  :evil:

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Mobile%20Uploads/20140930_211153-1.jpg)

Must admit I much prefer the silver leon this time of year as the silver doesn't show the dirt much at all compared to other colours. I did nearly buy the mk6 in silver just did not like the lack of reflections the silver on of the mk6 gave compared to the reflective diamond silver of the mk1 GTI.
that is a mighty fine garage snoopy one word jealous mk1 ain't to bad either  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 14 December 2014, 21:52
Took me a long time to get the garage that way. The mk1 use to be in the middle for about 8 years more or less surrounded by stuff. I then decided enough was enough and spent months  going to the local tip every weekend. Its amazing how much you keep you don't need or have used in years.
I also cheat as I have a 20ft container with all the garden tools, bikes etc in, but thats tidy and organised now too..
The garage still has a not so small to do list.  The floor tiled, roof painting, The units hung on the wall, A kitchen top work surface fitted on top of the floor units, Radiator fitted, hot water and mixer tap plumbed in.

Well looks like all your hard work is paying off.  But there's always more to do isn't there  :undecided:

I'd settle for just one garage.  In fact my garage would be perfect if I could actually put the car in it.  It's all boarded out, painted and carpeted, wall units, good lighting, heated, and has a separate self contained room for all the bikes etc.  My partner owns and runs a painting and small building works contracting company, so got it got done in next to no time.  So it looks excellent, but the downside is it's been converted to a gym, so my car is relegated to the driveway year round  :sad: :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 14 December 2014, 22:15
I don't think I could own a black car and have it parked outside all the time it would drive me crazy the blues bad enough when im using it daily which I just stopped doing last week.

Funny you should say gym, its been discussed in my down sizing plan to sell my 50ft, five car space workshops garage thats a mile down the road and build a new detached double garage at home to replace it. 
The new double garage that was suppose to be for me to replace the workshop garage at more than one point seems to be turned into a gym and single garage NOT for me...  :huh:  :sad:
That was until I  hinted about  a garden office buildings would be ideal as a gym. :evil:  :whistle: (this would have to replace the 20ft container though :undecided: ) ......i do seem to still  have lost a single garage place...  :huh:

More down sizing and sorting to do and more work on my negotiating skills.... :huh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 14 December 2014, 23:07
Hmm, sounds like you may have been nobbled, perhaps more careful negotiating to be done on that one.  Stick to your guns snoopy, once the space is gone, it's gone!

We do have room at our place to build a double garage if we were to sacrifice a chunk of the front garden, which is all just unused lawn anyway, but I can't see it happening any time soon.  I did mention the words 'carport' a few months back but it fell on deaf ears.  I may have to subtly drop a few more hints over time.

The gym is handy though.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 14 December 2014, 23:26
If your going for a car port you may as well go for a garage imo.

 :sad: looks about, I can see how handy a gym would be and would really like it myself truth be told (im not going to say that though...), BUT I only have so much land. I also don't want it looking wrong if you know what I meen. Something has to give. I can survive with 3 car spaces afterall the other car can be moved out if I need to work on something. Its just were everything else goes.... :undecided:

Anyway as we are showing clean daily drivers  :evil: Its even in winter tyre mode.

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Mobile%20Uploads/20141213_174656.jpg)


Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 14 December 2014, 23:32
If your going for a car port you may as well go for a garage imo.

 :sad: looks about, I can see how handy a gym would be and would really like it myself truth be told (im not going to say that though...), BUT I only have so much land. I also don't want it looking wrong if you know what I meen. Something has to give. I can survive with 3 car spaces afterall the other car can be moved out if I need to work on something. Its just were everything else goes.... :undecided:

Anyway as we are showing clean daily drivers  :evil: Its even in winter tyre mode.

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Mobile%20Uploads/20141213_174656.jpg)


That's very smart  :cool:  are they winter wheels as well as tyres?   I rather like them.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 14 December 2014, 23:35
Yes they are a second set of the original 16" alloys, sadly they don't fit the mk6 as they are 5x100 not 5x112

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_37720993114511.jpeg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 14 December 2014, 23:49
If your going for a car port you may as well go for a garage imo.

Yeah I think you're right there, they only offer partial shelter and don't offer secure storage.  The idea would be to lull him into the idea of a semi garage (carport) and then say just what you said, that we might as well have a proper garage.  It's what happened with our house.  It was a bungalow originally, then was going to go for a loft conversion but decided we might as well go the whole hog and make it into a house, which is what we did.  I haven't really pushed the garage thing, and I doubt I'll get it, but I live in hope  :grin:

Looks like you're all set for the winter.  Those Nankang look the business.

And now its pouring with rain all over my nice clean car  :cry:  :cry:   I expect it'll be covered in spots of sand in the morning as seems to be the case with the rain lately  :sad:

Now I really wish I had that garage  :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 15 December 2014, 08:33
We do have room at our place to build a double garage if we were to sacrifice a chunk of the front garden, which is all just unused lawn anyway

You have the same problem as us. A narrow plot.

We have an integral single garage and the use of half a double at my parents, 2 miles away, but ideally I would like to get all 3 vehicles and the caravan inside, at home. Access to the rear makes this impossible as I don't want to build in the front garden. You may be able to get away with a timber framed or tile hung double with it's back to the road, but being on the south side of the house, it would undoubtedly make the house darker inside.

Have you not got sufficient width to build a tandem garage/carport down the west side of the house? 

Whilst on the topic of silver, winter ready cars, my winter and tyre combo went on a week or so ago.

(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t264/dubber36/winterwheels_zpse538f759.jpg) (http://s162.photobucket.com/user/dubber36/media/winterwheels_zpse538f759.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 15 December 2014, 11:54
Lovely looking passat dubber  :cool:  Much better than the R estate  :sick:

Yes, a narrow very long plot.  Timber framed hung tile would be inkeeping with the house but tbh I don't really fancy building over the front garden, and you're right, it would make the house much darker and it's not a particularly light house anyway.

To the immediate west side of the house, it would not be wide enough (for an integral garage).  Further down the west side, there would be room to extend the existing garage into a tandem garage, as the back garden is very long, but the majority of that side is taken up with numerous well used garden outbuildings.  I suppose these could be incorporated into one long unit but not really sure if I like that idea.  I very much doubt our neighbours would appreciate it as it would cast quite a shadow on their garden at certain times and much of their plot is allotment garden.  Also it would change the 'feel' of our back garden which is the very thing that attracted us to the plot originally and why we chose to buy the bungalow to convert.  It's a nice plot (albeit narrow) with very mature trees/ponds etc and I wouldn't be keen to start eating into that.

Ah well, can't have everything.  Car doesn't look too bad considering it's exposed to the elements all year.  And if I need to do a mega detail then I have the use our company industrial unit at weekends, so not all bad.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mike. on 16 December 2014, 18:48
All the 5s

(http://www.thewindinglane.co.uk/images/misc/miles.jpg)


I didn't wait for the temperature to get to 5.5  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 16 December 2014, 19:48
All the 5s

(http://www.thewindinglane.co.uk/images/misc/miles.jpg)

I didn't wait for the temperature to get to 5.5  :laugh:

Haha, but you really should have made the effort to get the temp to match even if it meant sitting around for a few hours  :laugh: anything less is just sloppy  :tongue:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 16 December 2014, 20:20
Gave the OZs a birthday and got them re powder coated

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-12/F07BBEEE-85B1-49BA-AF31-8F558983A8AC_zpsbqqs3655.jpg) (http://s601.photobucket.com/user/NeilGti/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-12/F07BBEEE-85B1-49BA-AF31-8F558983A8AC_zpsbqqs3655.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 16 December 2014, 20:31
Gave the OZs a birthday and got them re powder coated

(http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/tt94/NeilGti/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-12/F07BBEEE-85B1-49BA-AF31-8F558983A8AC_zpsbqqs3655.jpg) (http://s601.photobucket.com/user/NeilGti/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-12/F07BBEEE-85B1-49BA-AF31-8F558983A8AC_zpsbqqs3655.jpg.html)

Very nice  :cool:

Is it just the light giving them a bronze-ish tinge?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 16 December 2014, 20:41
Yes they are Anthracite and at £40 a wheel for refurb  :smiley:
Bargain !!

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 16 December 2014, 20:53
Nice work Neil

Where'd you get them done?

Adrian
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 16 December 2014, 20:58
Nice work Neil

Where'd you get them done?

Adrian

Got them done at a local place to me in Hull
They are called ....wheel em in .... They have just bought a diamond cutting CNC machine aswell from the states for 50k
So they can reface polished wheels aswell, great set of lads and a quick turnaround  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 16 December 2014, 21:02
Yes they are Anthracite and at £40 a wheel for refurb  :smiley:
Bargain !!

That is a bargain, half the price of a diamond cut refurb.  I'm starting to tire of diamond cuts, powder coated is the way forward  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 16 December 2014, 21:08
Yes they are Anthracite and at £40 a wheel for refurb  :smiley:
Bargain !!

That is a bargain, half the price of a diamond cut refurb.  I'm starting to tire of diamond cuts, powder coated is the way forward  :cool:
Powder coating for me every time, the day I got my Gti I took the Monzas off and sold em as I don't like diamond cut wheels  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Greg_ED35 on 17 December 2014, 08:43
Winter wheels fitted and floor mats swapped over. Engine and cabin heater also fitted, ready for -15 and the snow !!!

(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k180/thedirtjumper/10624953_10154835027180374_5185271494904167716_n_zps6ef23e63.jpg) (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/thedirtjumper/media/10624953_10154835027180374_5185271494904167716_n_zps6ef23e63.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 17 December 2014, 19:19
Winter wheels fitted and floor mats swapped over. Engine and cabin heater also fitted, ready for -15 and the snow !!!

(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k180/thedirtjumper/10624953_10154835027180374_5185271494904167716_n_zps6ef23e63.jpg) (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/thedirtjumper/media/10624953_10154835027180374_5185271494904167716_n_zps6ef23e63.jpg.html)

mad how different the car looks without the alloys on! :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 17 December 2014, 19:36
-15 where do u live?!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 17 December 2014, 20:30
-15 where do u live?!

at a guess - Stockholm  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 18 December 2014, 04:36
Got 2x Goodyear Eagle F1's fitted  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 19 December 2014, 01:09
Nice work Neil

Where'd you get them done?

Adrian

Got them done at a local place to me in Hull
They are called ....wheel em in .... They have just bought a diamond cutting CNC machine aswell from the states for 50k
So they can reface polished wheels aswell, great set of lads and a quick turnaround  :smiley:

That's a good price - I got a quote for the R32s I bought off you and it was £250 - they'll last another winter as they are  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 21 December 2014, 19:43
Heaven for bid i actually got time to drive it this weekend, all the way to the works christmas party and back again this morning with a slightly sore head, and now its dirty again! Oh the joys! :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 21 December 2014, 21:00
Heaven for bid i actually got time to drive it this weekend, all the way to the works christmas party and back again this morning with a slightly sore head, and now its dirty again! Oh the joys! :grin:

How do you not have time to drive it?

washed mine today and a bird took a nice shi*t on the window! tomorrow it will be dirty again and looked like to wash for weeks :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 21 December 2014, 21:10
Well what have I done to the mk6 today ............ Sold It  :cry:
End of a great time together and will be surely missed, on the upside my new 7R is coming 3 months early, was due mid March and got an email yesterday to say it had left the factory  :smiley: if it's half as good as the mk6 I'll be happy man !!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 21 December 2014, 21:23
Heaven for bid i actually got time to drive it this weekend, all the way to the works christmas party and back again this morning with a slightly sore head, and now its dirty again! Oh the joys! :grin:

How do you not have time to drive it?

washed mine today and a bird took a nice shi*t on the window! tomorrow it will be dirty again and looked like to wash for weeks :undecided:

I have a company van so I'm in that for 6 days a week. So it's a definite weekend car. It's a real shame.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 December 2014, 21:36
Well what have I done to the mk6 today ............ Sold It  :cry:
End of a great time together and will be surely missed, on the upside my new 7R is coming 3 months early, was due mid March and got an email yesterday to say it had left the factory  :smiley: if it's half as good as the mk6 I'll be happy man !!

3 months early  :shocked:   how d'you manage that?  Cancelled order??   Nice one  :cool:

What spec you gone for?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 December 2014, 21:40

washed mine today and a bird took a nice shi*t on the window! tomorrow it will be dirty again and looked like to wash for weeks :undecided:

If they gonna sh!t on it, better the window than the paintwork, I'm usually relieved if it hits a window  :grin:

A week after having a shiny car, mine is in a truly state disgusting inside and out  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 21 December 2014, 22:02
Well what have I done to the mk6 today ............ Sold It  :cry:
End of a great time together and will be surely missed, on the upside my new 7R is coming 3 months early, was due mid March and got an email yesterday to say it had left the factory  :smiley: if it's half as good as the mk6 I'll be happy man !!

3 months early  :shocked:   how d'you manage that?  Cancelled order??   Nice one  :cool:

What spec you gone for?

Was told a couple of weeks ago that it had been brought forward to build week 50, so with Xmas shutdown at the ports prob get around 2nd week in jan  :smiley: got a private plate for it so not gonna leave it at the dealers for new reg, the wait would kill me haha, gone for
Candy White
3door
Dsg
Carbon nappa leather
Pano Roof
Nav pro
Rev camera
Leaving it standard ...... :whistle: I think not .... :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 21 December 2014, 22:16
You will have to change the bit under your username that says red is the fastest colour  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 December 2014, 22:40

3 months early  :shocked:   how d'you manage that?  Cancelled order??   Nice one  :cool:

What spec you gone for?

Was told a couple of weeks ago that it had been brought forward to build week 50, so with Xmas shutdown at the ports prob get around 2nd week in jan  :smiley: got a private plate for it so not gonna leave it at the dealers for new reg, the wait would kill me haha, gone for
Candy White
3door
Dsg
Carbon nappa leather
Pano Roof
Nav pro
Rev camera
Leaving it standard ...... :whistle: I think not .... :grin:

Very nice  :cool:   I wasn't convinced by the nappa when I saw it but subjective  :smiley:

Yeah that wait for new reg would be a killer for sure.  Plus you wouldn't want it sitting round at the dealers.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 21 December 2014, 23:59

washed mine today and a bird took a nice shi*t on the window! tomorrow it will be dirty again and looked like to wash for weeks :undecided:

If they gonna sh!t on it, better the window than the paintwork, I'm usually relieved if it hits a window  :grin:

A week after having a shiny car, mine is in a truly state disgusting inside and out  :cry:

Booth never this colour again. absolutly ridiculous!  :grin:   back end that gets it the most. goes muddy within days!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 22 December 2014, 00:12

washed mine today and a bird took a nice shi*t on the window! tomorrow it will be dirty again and looked like to wash for weeks :undecided:

If they gonna sh!t on it, better the window than the paintwork, I'm usually relieved if it hits a window  :grin:

A week after having a shiny car, mine is in a truly state disgusting inside and out  :cry:

Booth never this colour again. absolutly ridiculous!  :grin:   back end that gets it the most. goes muddy within days!

Aw Chris, you lightweight   :grin:  this colour is not for the fainthearted, I like a challenge.  But you're right the rear end is the worst, and the bumper shelf is an absolute dirt magnet even in good weather.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 22 December 2014, 06:39
You will have to change the bit under your username that says red is the fastest colour  :wink:

 :wink: will have to see if white is the new red  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: wigit on 22 December 2014, 15:07
You will have to change the bit under your username that says red is the fastest colour  :wink:

 :wink: will have to see if white is the new red  :grin:

my wife says night blue is the fastest colour and i agree  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MartinrobGTi on 23 December 2014, 18:03
Treated myself to an early christmas present off ebay, decent price too! Will get it fitted over christmas hols now :)
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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ttdan on 23 December 2014, 20:42
What i have not done to my mk6 today is wash it.....derrrty car...job for tomorrow  :whistle:

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 24 December 2014, 08:19
I think it's clever how they can design the aerodynamics in such a way that the crap is sucked to the middle of the cars rear, yet leave the outer lights relatively clean.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 24 December 2014, 11:28
I think it's clever how they can design the aerodynamics in such a way that the crap is sucked to the middle of the cars rear, yet leave the outer lights relatively clean.

Yea I noticed that. Also covers the number plate well as well.  :wink: :wink: always got a cloth to clean it of I ever get pulled for it though.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 24 December 2014, 11:46
I think it's clever how they can design the aerodynamics in such a way that the crap is sucked to the middle of the cars rear, yet leave the outer lights relatively clean.

Tbh I've given up cleaning my car over the winter haha. As soon as you wash it, the hatch gets so dirty a day later it's just not worth the 2 hours
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 December 2014, 14:06

Tbh I've given up cleaning my car over the winter haha. As soon as you wash it, the hatch gets so dirty a day later it's just not worth the 2 hours

Don't give up  :grin: 

The dirty hatch is the killer though.  Sometimes feel the same way, tempted not to bother cleaning it at all, just let it  fester for the winter, but then I cave in.   

The other day had to swap cars with my partner so he had to locate mine in my works car park.  By my standards it was filthy, but he said he found it straight off as it was still the cleanest one in the car park.  All that effort not totally wasted then  :wink: :grin:

It's currently looking very sorry for itself on the driveway  :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 24 December 2014, 15:09
Yea I noticed that. Also covers the number plate well as well.  :wink: :wink: always got a cloth to clean it of I ever get pulled for it though.

When I had my Mk4, we had been to watch the Rally GB in South Wales and were heading over to Oxfordshire afterwards. On one bit of dual carriageway I had a flash from a camera, but fortunately the car was so dirty that your couldn't tell where the numberplate was, let alone read it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 24 December 2014, 16:56
Yea I noticed that. Also covers the number plate well as well.  :wink: :wink: always got a cloth to clean it of I ever get pulled for it though.

When I had my Mk4, we had been to watch the Rally GB in South Wales and were heading over to Oxfordshire afterwards. On one bit of dual carriageway I had a flash from a camera, but fortunately the car was so dirty that your couldn't tell where the numberplate was, let alone read it.

As long as my car stays cleaner than the one I saw today I'll be happy ... I think its a Ford Fiesta ...

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I'm not far off mind ...

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 December 2014, 18:47

As long as my car stays cleaner than the one I saw today I'll be happy ... I think its a Ford Fiesta ...

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_6436_zps381a9512.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_6436_zps381a9512.jpg.html)

I'm not far off mind ...

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_6330_zpsd12024ff.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_6330_zpsd12024ff.jpg.html)

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_6325_zpsa596a16b.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_6325_zpsa596a16b.jpg.html)

Yep, yours is definately cleaner than that fiesta.  Wonder how bad it has to get before they finally get the sponge out  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 24 December 2014, 19:25
Whitehawk, yours looks like you've driven it round here for a morning. My Passat hasn't had a wash for 3 weeks and looks like that Fiesta. I saw a 307 yesterday that even puts mine to shame on the dirt stakes.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 24 December 2014, 20:01
What have I done toy mk6 today ??
Watched it drive away as I've sold it,
Sad time  :cry: :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ttdan on 24 December 2014, 20:16
What have I done toy mk6 today ??
Watched it drive away as I've sold it,
Sad time  :cry: :cry:

I am sure the new arrival will cheer you up when it arrives. Are thos silly cheap lease deals still gettable on the 7r?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: GS WAX on 24 December 2014, 20:57
What have I done toy mk6 today ??
Watched it drive away as I've sold it,
Sad time  :cry: :cry:

Congratulations, sad to see it go but still a nice xmas prezzie... :cool:

Did you ever get the revo dsg cruise update?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 24 December 2014, 21:38

Tbh I've given up cleaning my car over the winter haha. As soon as you wash it, the hatch gets so dirty a day later it's just not worth the 2 hours

Don't give up  :grin: 

The dirty hatch is the killer though.  Sometimes feel the same way, tempted not to bother cleaning it at all, just let it  fester for the winter, but then I cave in.   

The other day had to swap cars with my partner so he had to locate mine in my works car park.  By my standards it was filthy, but he said he found it straight off as it was still the cleanest one in the car park.  All that effort not totally wasted then  :wink: :grin:

It's currently looking very sorry for itself on the driveway  :sad:

Haha! Well, if my house was more convenient for me to wash i would do it more often :( currently i have to spend about 20 mins setting everything up before i can even foam the damn thing! What kind of products do you use? I know you like cleaning your car  :drool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 24 December 2014, 21:48
What have I done toy mk6 today ??
Watched it drive away as I've sold it,
Sad time  :cry: :cry:

I am sure the new arrival will cheer you up when it arrives. Are thos silly cheap lease deals still gettable on the 7r?
I think they have stopped them now due to flooding the market and de valuing the brand ?
I always buy my cars due to modding etc  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil gti on 24 December 2014, 21:49
What have I done toy mk6 today ??
Watched it drive away as I've sold it,
Sad time  :cry: :cry:

Congratulations, sad to see it go but still a nice xmas prezzie... :cool:

Did you ever get the revo dsg cruise update?

Sent you a pm bud
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 December 2014, 22:21
What have I done toy mk6 today ??
Watched it drive away as I've sold it,
Sad time  :cry: :cry:

Always hard saying goodbye to a good car.  Hope it's gone to a decent home  :smiley:

Roll on the arrival of the R.  I'm sure you've got great things planned for it.  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 December 2014, 22:58

Haha! Well, if my house was more convenient for me to wash i would do it more often :( currently i have to spend about 20 mins setting everything up before i can even foam the damn thing! What kind of products do you use? I know you like cleaning your car  :drool:

Yeah, must be a bit of a mission.  If I didn't have the convenience of a driveway, I doubt I'd clean mine so often.

I might enjoy a spot of car cleaning  :wink:  find it weirdly therapeutic.  Use all sorts of products, spend far too much but like trying new stuff.  If you ever venture into the detailing section there's a few threads/posts in there mentioning bits I use.  Always snow foam then 2 bucket wash etc.  Couple of times a year it gets the full works: Decontamination, claying, polishing, sealing, waxing.  Fav products include:

Valet Pro Advanced snow foam or Bilt Hamber auto foam; Bilberry wheel cleaner;  Shampoos - Dodo Juice born to be mild, DJ supernatural, various Chemical Guys shampoos.  Dodo Juice waxes, esp the pro editions and Collinite 915.  Poorboys polishes and sealants, Lime Prime.  Bilt Hamber or DJ clay.  Poorboys wheel sealant. Mothers Mag & Alu metal polish;  WoWo wash mitts and wheel mitts; Wheel Woolies wheel brush, good microfibre drying towels and buffing cloths......and that's just the outside  :rolleyes:

I could go on but I've got to go wrap up a digital piano :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 24 December 2014, 23:35
I would get some headphones to go with that piano booth  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 December 2014, 23:40
I would get some headphones to go with that piano booth  :laugh:

Haha, oh don't worry charlie, I have.   Daughter recently started having piano lessons, how many stumbling renditions of jingle bells do you think we can put up with before the headphones get plugged in?  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 25 December 2014, 00:20
Yep, yours is definately cleaner than that fiesta.  Wonder how bad it has to get before they finally get the sponge out  :whistle:
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Until they get to a car wash I'm betting or its in for a service. I know for a fact if mine was that dirty it would only be for a day or 2, can't stand having a dirty car!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 25 December 2014, 09:45
Today I will mostly be delivering presents in it :)

Merry Xmas everyone :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 25 December 2014, 12:21
Today I will be doing the Christmas lunch out drive. The joys of having 5 doors the family can roll in and out when they are full...  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 28 December 2014, 19:35
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As its covered in snow and ice outside I decided to play in the garage and give the car wheels a wheel off detail. Also cleaned and sealed the calipers and painted the disc centres with VHT paint.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 29 December 2014, 17:41
Started it using jump leads this morning. It hasn't moved for nearly two weeks and with the cold weather, the battery has lost most of it's charge. I think at nearly 5 years old, a new battery might be in order.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 29 December 2014, 18:07
still looking for a dealer who sells a milltek at a sensible price  :embarrassed:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 29 December 2014, 19:44
Hit the OFF button on stupid electronic devices and took control in the snow  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 29 December 2014, 20:58
Hit the OFF button on stupid electronic devices and took control in the snow  :whistle:

No snow here atm, but I always switch off the ESP when it does snow, leaving it on makes the situation much worse imo.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 30 December 2014, 19:14
Am I the only one on here that jumps every time the "PING" goes off when the temperature drops bellow 4 degrees, but I do like the little touch that it brightens up the OBC to let you know.

However I already know this because it was freezing when I got in the car ... :whistle:

Also just found out that my MPG is matching the 37.9 I was getting in my 2.0 TDI PD170 A3 ... i need to drive it harder!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 December 2014, 19:33
Am I the only one on here that jumps every time the "PING" goes off when the temperature drops bellow 4 degrees, but I do like the little touch that it brightens up the OBC to let you know.

However I already know this because it was freezing when I got in the car ... :whistle:

Also just found out that my MPG is matching the 37.9 I was getting in my 2.0 TDI PD170 A3 ... i need to drive it harder!!

Haha, no it nearly always makes me jump too, don't know why, cos as you say, you know it's bloody cold anyway  :grin:

But then I stick on the heated seats, forget all about it and revel in the spreading warmth, until it starts burning my arse.  Probably my imagination but the seats seem to be heating up a lot quicker than last year  :huh:  :cool:

37.9mpg!  Taking it steady then  :wink:  have you got snow?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 30 December 2014, 19:39

But then I stick on the heated seats, forget all about it and revel in the spreading warmth, until it starts burning my arse.  Probably my imagination but the seats seem to be heating up a lot quicker than last year  :huh:  :cool:


As we get older, certain parts of us become less dense, thus conducting extreme temperatures far better than a more solid mass.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 30 December 2014, 19:46
Am I the only one on here that jumps every time the "PING" goes off when the temperature drops bellow 4 degrees, but I do like the little touch that it brightens up the OBC to let you know.

However I already know this because it was freezing when I got in the car ... :whistle:

Also just found out that my MPG is matching the 37.9 I was getting in my 2.0 TDI PD170 A3 ... i need to drive it harder!!

Haha, no it nearly always makes me jump too, don't know why, cos as you say, you know it's bloody cold anyway  :grin:

But then I stick on the heated seats, forget all about it and revel in the spreading warmth, until it starts burning my arse.  Probably my imagination but the seats seem to be heating up a lot quicker than last year  :huh:  :cool:

37.9mpg!  Taking it steady then  :wink:  have you got snow?

I'm not lucky enough to have heated seats, had them in the Company van, and as you say after a while they start to burn if you forget to turn them off, its a great trick to play on passengers though.

I have been going steady, no snow but 60mph single carriageways doing the christmas run rounds and no way to overtake, so cruise it was to make it easier.

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Tomorrows task if it warms up is to wash the salt off!! and spend less time follow Jag F types listening to the tone with the windows down...  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 December 2014, 19:58

But then I stick on the heated seats, forget all about it and revel in the spreading warmth, until it starts burning my arse.  Probably my imagination but the seats seem to be heating up a lot quicker than last year  :huh:  :cool:


As we get older, certain parts of us become less dense, thus conducting extreme temperatures far better than a more solid mass.

I love the way you shroud your insults in factual snippets   :kiss:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 December 2014, 20:04

I'm not lucky enough to have heated seats, had them in the Company van, and as you say after a while they start to burn if you forget to turn them off, its a great trick to play on passengers though.


Yeah, I've done that a few times, particularly to one bloke from work who constantly blagged lifts from me.  The first time I sneakily put it on was the best, the look on his face was priceless, he thought he'd p!ssed himself.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 31 December 2014, 11:45
A good interior clean and vacuuming.  Managed to get the inside looking presentable but the outside still looks like this  :sad:

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7489/16153127091_40ef700865_c.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/16153127091/)
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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 31 December 2014, 15:42
Had it in for service. just a oil change. Trusted them to clean it too  :grin:. couldn't turn it down when there is salt head to toe of the car. gets the thick of it off! they even put tyre slick on. which will last a whole 10 minutes in this weather  :laugh:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 31 December 2014, 16:41
A good interior clean and vacuuming.  Managed to get the inside looking presentable but the outside still looks like this  :sad:

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7489/16153127091_40ef700865_c.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/16153127091/)
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Come on Booth11, you are letting the side down, The hosepipe thawed out enough so i got the outside done ....

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Will wipe over and hoover the inside tomorrow hangover dependant ...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 31 December 2014, 16:50
I really admire the determination owners of black daily driver cars have. I just could not deal with the hassle. Black shows everything.. ive just spent today cleaning my old 1953 riley and that has a vinyl roof so only half of what you lot do. I hate black for cleaning.. I also detailed my black halfords tool box  at home as it was getting cold over the workshop garage :embarrassed:  :grin: I find clearing therapeutic.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 31 December 2014, 17:14
I really admire the determination owners of black daily driver cars have. I just could not deal with the hassle. Black shows everything.. ive just spent today cleaning my old 1953 riley and that has a vinyl roof so only half of what you lot do. I hate black for cleaning.. I also detailed my black halfords tool box  at home as it was getting cold over the workshop garage :embarrassed:  :grin: I find clearing therapeutic.

I have had mine since march this year, (black) and throughout summer its great cleaning and keeping on top. it stays nice for a while. But literally one day on the motorway in this weather after a wash and its horrible! think it will be my last black car  :embarrassed:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 31 December 2014, 17:20

Come on Booth11, you are letting the side down, The hosepipe thawed out enough so i got the outside done ....

I'm sorry whitehawk I know I am, but give it a couple days and it'll be shiny again, then dirty, then shiny, then dirty.....

And no need to gloat with pics of your lovely clean car.  Reminds me, have you still got that ugly bonnet guard on  :grin: :kiss:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 31 December 2014, 17:21
I really admire the determination owners of black daily driver cars have. I just could not deal with the hassle. Black shows everything.. ive just spent today cleaning my old 1953 riley and that has a vinyl roof so only half of what you lot do. I hate black for cleaning.. I also detailed my black halfords tool box  at home as it was getting cold over the workshop garage :embarrassed:  :grin: I find clearing therapeutic.

It's either determination or stupidity not sure which.  But like you I find cleaning it therapeutic.  Still I could always resort to cheating like chris1h and get someone else to do it.......


Not!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 31 December 2014, 17:25
I think the valeters at that dealership chris1h used have changed since mine was last there but I did watch them washing forecourt cars with a hosepipe and sponge... lets just say the do not wash labels and request was made clear..
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 31 December 2014, 17:27
I really admire the determination owners of black daily driver cars have. I just could not deal with the hassle. Black shows everything.. ive just spent today cleaning my old 1953 riley and that has a vinyl roof so only half of what you lot do. I hate black for cleaning.. I also detailed my black halfords tool box  at home as it was getting cold over the workshop garage :embarrassed:  :grin: I find clearing therapeutic.

It's either determination or stupidity not sure which.  But like you I find cleaning it therapeutic.  Still I could always resort to cheating like chris1h and get someone else to do it.......


Not!

Less of that! I love a good clean! these last 2 weeks have been a nightmare for freezing on a night so all the water made the road outside into a ice rink. was just waiting for a car to smack into mine :embarrassed:

I think the valeters at that dealership chris1h used have changed since mine was last there but I did watch them washing forecourt cars with a hosepipe and sponge... lets just say the do not wash labels and request was made clear..

starting to regret letting them now  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 31 December 2014, 17:59
I washed my Passat today after the best part of a month. There was very little visible silver paint on it, but now it's all clean again...for now. One thing about this time of year is I don't bother drying it, so that saves time.

I could really do with cleaning the Mk2 as it is still dirty from get caught in the rain on the way back from MOT in October, but I'm not washing it unless I can take it for a spin down the road to blow dry it before it goes back in the garage.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 31 December 2014, 18:05

Come on Booth11, you are letting the side down, The hosepipe thawed out enough so i got the outside done ....

I'm sorry whitehawk I know I am, but give it a couple days and it'll be shiny again, then dirty, then shiny, then dirty.....

And no need to gloat with pics of your lovely clean car.  Reminds me, have you still got that ugly bonnet guard on  :grin: :kiss:

Haha I have still got the bonnet guard on. It's easier to clean under than a bonnet bra. Which I also have.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 31 December 2014, 18:41
I washed my Passat today after the best part of a month. There was very little visible silver paint on it, but now it's all clean again...for now. One thing about this time of year is I don't bother drying it, so that saves time.

I could really do with cleaning the Mk2 as it is still dirty from get caught in the rain on the way back from MOT in October, but I'm not washing it unless I can take it for a spin down the road to blow dry it before it goes back in the garage.

Why the aversion to towel drying?  Mind you, taking it for a quick spin does clear the rust off the brake discs after washing.  I hate having a really clean car and spoiling it with horrible rusty discs.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 01 January 2015, 11:16
Why the aversion to towel drying?

With the Passat and red Golf, at this time of year it's all about minimal contact. They both live outside, so the next morning will be wet again anyway. As for the Green Golf, towels only dry what you can see and I don't want to put a car with a wet underside back in the garage for it to sit there for the next couple of months.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 01 January 2015, 12:04
Why the aversion to towel drying?

With the Passat and red Golf, at this time of year it's all about minimal contact. They both live outside, so the next morning will be wet again anyway. As for the Green Golf, towels only dry what you can see and I don't want to put a car with a wet underside back in the garage for it to sit there for the next couple of months.

I agree about minimal contact but if I left mine wet from washing, given the hardness of the water here, it would be covered in water marks/spots which can be a pig to remove.  Even if it does get wet again living outside, it's rain water so no lasting water marks.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 January 2015, 15:18
Come on Booth11, you are letting the side down ....

Well don't like letting the side down, and could bear the salty filth no longer, so got the snow foam out  :laugh:

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 02 January 2015, 15:24
Come on Booth11, you are letting the side down ....

Well don't like letting the side down, and could bear the salty filth no longer, so got the snow foam out  :laugh:

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7489/16153127091_40ef700865_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/16153127091/)
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8629/16148907556_71a7b79f07_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/16148907556/)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7520/15554967603_8be733d63d_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15554967603/)
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8653/15988766219_083ebb2cbe_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15988766219/)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7565/15987327930_d552bcf748_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/booth11/15987327930/)

 :laugh: :laugh:   NICEEEE    makes the car look a total different class when that shiny!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: andygo on 02 January 2015, 17:04
Was that just done with a pressure washer or did you add a polish afterwards?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 02 January 2015, 17:43
Come on Booth11, you are letting the side down ....

Well don't like letting the side down, and could bear the salty filth no longer, so got the snow foam out  :laugh:


That looks amazing Booth11. Mine sadly looks like your 'before' pictures just now. I was going to clean it last weekend, but a burst water main in the area meant that I (plus around 5,000 others) was without water for 2 days :shocked: so had to put off until this weekend.


Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 02 January 2015, 17:56
Looking good booth11. Now how long will it last??
 :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 January 2015, 18:22
Was that just done with a pressure washer or did you add a polish afterwards?

Just snow foamed, pressure washed, normal 2 bucket wash, then towel dried.  No polish, sealant or wax, except for a bit of metal polish on tailpipes  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Wo-Wo on 02 January 2015, 19:05
Looks stunning Booth, you can't beat a clean black car!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 January 2015, 19:58
Looks stunning Booth, you can't beat a clean black car!

Cheers Neil.

I dried it off with my new WOWO drying towel today, and also used the microfibre cloths earlier in the week on the interior.  Very impressed with both, particularly the towel.  Was shocked at just how absorbent it was and, although not as big as some of my others, it's actually a much better size, less risk of it dragging on the ground when drying off the lower panels. I may be ordering a couple more soon :cool:

Only thing was I forgot it's not colour fast and my dad (parents visiting for Christmas) now has some pretty pink hankies  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 02 January 2015, 22:19
As I'm one of the poor halogen bunch I fitted some new Philips Xtreme Vision Plus 130 in the dipped beam to hopefully help a bit with the night driving that inevitably you end up doing more of this time of year. Been meaning to switch the bulbs for ages after deciding that an OEM xenon retrofit is just not feasible :cry:.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mwad gti on 02 January 2015, 22:52
As I'm one of the poor halogen bunch I fitted some new Philips Xtreme Vision Plus 130 in the dipped beam to hopefully help a bit with the night driving that inevitably you end up doing more of this time of year. Been meaning to switch the bulbs for ages after deciding that an OEM xenon retrofit is just not feasible :cry:.
Please let us know what you think, I've been toying with the same ...... Those bulbs got good reviews
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Peter W on 03 January 2015, 09:19
Hello Rebecca, I noticed you washed your car in direct sunlight ! I always have difficulties with water marks even when the weather is cold. In the pictures are you using some kind of water filter system to prevent this?

Peter

Just snow foamed, pressure washed, normal 2 bucket wash, then towel dried.  No polish, sealant or wax, except for a bit of metal polish on tailpipes  :smiley:
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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 03 January 2015, 12:36
Hello Rebecca, I noticed you washed your car in direct sunlight ! I always have difficulties with water marks even when the weather is cold. In the pictures are you using some kind of water filter system to prevent this?

Peter

Hi Peter

Yes unfortunately on my driveway, when the sun's out, one side of the car is always in direct sunlight.  So it's an ongoing battle against water marks, even in winter, and the water here is very hard.  I try to minimise them by washing and rinsing the sunny side of the car last and drying it off first and immediately after final rinse.  Seems to keep the worst at bay, but still get a few water marks and as they can etch into the paint are very difficult to get rid of, even with polishing.

I have long thought about getting a water filtration system but somehow still haven't got round to it  :undecided: :whistle: 

I'll probably buy this refillable filter (in the not too distant future)  http://www.raceglaze.co.uk/race-glaze/400-litre-0ppm-car-washing-filter/

And perhaps this too  http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/washing-and-drying/metro-vac-air-force-blaster/prod_992.html

Another thing on my wish list for the interior :whistle:  http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/interior/metro-vac-vac-n-blo-500/prod_1135.html

Or if money were no object, these  :grin:

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/washing-and-drying/metro-vac-master-blaster-8-0-hp/prod_1334.html

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/interior/metro-vac-vac-n-blow/prod_1090.html

 :wink:  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 03 January 2015, 16:49
^ I thought what a good idea until I noticed the price  :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 03 January 2015, 17:39
Gotta the annoy seat belt chimes turned off !

And stupid fog lights that turn on when turning  :whistle:

Cheers rhyso :afro:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: andygo on 03 January 2015, 17:54
The seat belt chimes are one of the most annoying features of most cars these days. In one of my cars (A Ford product) it involved me tracking down the source of the chime and ripping it out. What a nag! And its not as though I drive without the seat belt, its just that few seconds when you move the car occasionally.

The Golf is particularly annoying if you put a bit of shopping on the passenger seat.

:)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 03 January 2015, 18:44
I quite like the winking fogs. I've even set mine to come on when reverse is selected, as that's how they came on my Passat. Whilst I was at it I set the fogs to be used as coming/leaving home lamps just to be different. Another useful box tick is to set the coming home lights to Auto, so that you don't have to activate them with the flasher stalk.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 03 January 2015, 18:49
Hate the winking fogs on other cars. Looks like ur a dork running fogs in good weather but ones failed  :lipsrsealed:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rhyso on 03 January 2015, 22:17
No probs Chuff  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 04 January 2015, 18:15
I quite like the winking fogs. I've even set mine to come on when reverse is selected, as that's how they came on my Passat. Whilst I was at it I set the fogs to be used as coming/leaving home lamps just to be different. Another useful box tick is to set the coming home lights to Auto, so that you don't have to activate them with the flasher stalk.

Is all this done in Vagcom? i may need to find a local garage that can go through some of the settings available for me  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 04 January 2015, 18:16
I think I have started a trend in my family ... there are now 3 Golfs in the family, a MK6 GTI & GTD and a Mk7 GTI, is it time i change to an R or something different  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 04 January 2015, 18:21
I quite like the winking fogs. I've even set mine to come on when reverse is selected, as that's how they came on my Passat. Whilst I was at it I set the fogs to be used as coming/leaving home lamps just to be different. Another useful box tick is to set the coming home lights to Auto, so that you don't have to activate them with the flasher stalk.

Is all this done in Vagcom? i may need to find a local garage that can go through some of the settings available for me  :grin:

Where in the West Midlands are you? I'm about 25 mins the other side of Bridgnorth if you want a ride over.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 04 January 2015, 18:31
I quite like the winking fogs. I've even set mine to come on when reverse is selected, as that's how they came on my Passat. Whilst I was at it I set the fogs to be used as coming/leaving home lamps just to be different. Another useful box tick is to set the coming home lights to Auto, so that you don't have to activate them with the flasher stalk.

Is all this done in Vagcom? i may need to find a local garage that can go through some of the settings available for me  :grin:

Where in the West Midlands are you? I'm about 25 mins the other side of Bridgnorth if you want a ride over.

Ahh, I might take you up on that offer if you don't mind, I'm only in Kidderminster.  :smiley: Be good to see how it all works as well   :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 04 January 2015, 20:46
Kidder is about 40 minutes from here, over Clee Hill to Ludlow, then turn right.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 04 January 2015, 20:56
Kidder is about 40 minutes from here, over Clee Hill to Ludlow, then turn right.

Ahh I know the road well, towards Craven Arms, work in that area all the way down to Hereford.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 05 January 2015, 11:44
snowfoam, wash, detail spray, hoover, leather cleaner/moisturizer and driving like a fan*y to miss all the puddles for the next few days  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 January 2015, 11:58
I think I have started a trend in my family ... there are now 3 Golfs in the family, a MK6 GTI & GTD and a Mk7 GTI, is it time i change to an R or something different  :whistle:

Exactly why you need some cool VCDS tweaks to give you back the competitive edge  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 January 2015, 12:01
snowfoam, wash, detail spray, hoover, leather cleaner/moisturizer and driving like a fan*y to miss all the puddles for the next few days  :grin:

Haha, you're not alone mate, damn those puddles.  After washing mine the other day I actually stopped my other half using it as I knew he'd show no mercy at the first sign of a puddle  :embarrassed:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 05 January 2015, 18:34
snowfoam, wash, detail spray, hoover, leather cleaner/moisturizer and driving like a fan*y to miss all the puddles for the next few days  :grin:

Haha, you're not alone mate, damn those puddles.  After washing mine the other day I actually stopped my other half using it as I knew he'd show no mercy at the first sign of a puddle  :embarrassed:

i think i need go see a doctor. its got to the point now i am lagging behind the car infront just so i dont get all the water flicking up on the road onto my car   :grin: :grin:    god help me  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MartinrobGTi on 05 January 2015, 18:50
I think I have started a trend in my family ... there are now 3 Golfs in the family, a MK6 GTI & GTD and a Mk7 GTI, is it time i change to an R or something different  :whistle:

Exactly why you need some cool VCDS tweaks to give you back the competitive edge  :laugh:

How would that help? Hmm, interesting to see what we can do? As i'm getting mine on the vag com wednesday night to activate sat nav on the mfd from the rns510. What else could we do?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 05 January 2015, 19:07
I think I have started a trend in my family ... there are now 3 Golfs in the family, a MK6 GTI & GTD and a Mk7 GTI, is it time i change to an R or something different  :whistle:

Exactly why you need some cool VCDS tweaks to give you back the competitive edge  :laugh:

How would that help? Hmm, interesting to see what we can do? As i'm getting mine on the vag com wednesday night to activate sat nav on the mfd from the rns510. What else could we do?

activate sat nav? does yours not have it standard and your getting it on through vagcom? if so i need to do this. didnt think it could be done. mine has the screen  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 05 January 2015, 19:13
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=152441.0
I think thats the how too  I followed for cod ing for mine to work
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 05 January 2015, 19:28
As i'm getting mine on the vag com wednesday night. What else could we do?

This thread might help.
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=154971.0

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 05 January 2015, 19:38
seen how bad it looked after a 850 week and almost got the pressure washer out  :lipsrsealed:

Came home the country lane route instead, even dirtier now  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 06 January 2015, 00:47
I think I have started a trend in my family ... there are now 3 Golfs in the family, a MK6 GTI & GTD and a Mk7 GTI, is it time i change to an R or something different  :whistle:

Exactly why you need some cool VCDS tweaks to give you back the competitive edge  :laugh:

How would that help? Hmm, interesting to see what we can do? As i'm getting mine on the vag com wednesday night to activate sat nav on the mfd from the rns510. What else could we do?

This might be useful too, reply #1236

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=246903.msg2427252#msg2427252
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 06 January 2015, 11:37
As I'm one of the poor halogen bunch I fitted some new Philips Xtreme Vision Plus 130 in the dipped beam to hopefully help a bit with the night driving that inevitably you end up doing more of this time of year. Been meaning to switch the bulbs for ages after deciding that an OEM xenon retrofit is just not feasible :cry:.
Please let us know what you think, I've been toying with the same ...... Those bulbs got good reviews

Only driven once in the dark since typically! Bulbs definitely seemed brighter, although they were well lit roads so I need to get out round some unlit B-roads to really give an opinion. I'll try and get some pics too.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 06 January 2015, 16:03
Washed it and taken it for it's 3rd MOT. It did a massive 6,500 miles last year  :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 06 January 2015, 17:17
Drove it for the first time to its new commuting location 5 miles away (round trip 10).

Air Temp 8 degrees
Water Temp, not 90 degrees
Oil Temp, 59 degrees
39mpg
Top Speed 55mph
Climate off - heated seats on (not all the way).

This is compared to its old commute of 28 miles (round trip 56).

I dread to think what it would be like if it was properly cold (oil temp probably wouldn't register).

Where is that mk7 brochure? for GTI and R. The GTD is after all nearly 5 years old and 79k on the clock.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 06 January 2015, 19:25
Drove it for the first time to its new commuting location 5 miles away (round trip 10).

Air Temp 8 degrees
Water Temp, not 90 degrees
Oil Temp, 59 degrees
39mpg
Top Speed 55mph
Climate off - heated seats on (not all the way).

This is compared to its old commute of 28 miles (round trip 56).

I dread to think what it would be like if it was properly cold (oil temp probably wouldn't register).

Where is that mk7 brochure? for GTI and R. The GTD is after all nearly 5 years old and 79k on the clock.

Time to chop it in for that R then  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 06 January 2015, 20:07
Drove it for the first time to its new commuting location 5 miles away (round trip 10).

Air Temp 8 degrees
Water Temp, not 90 degrees
Oil Temp, 59 degrees
...

Time to chop it in for that R then  :wink:

Would love an R but the price puts me off at the moment. Its more likely a GTI PP but a mk6 R could be a contender if I could find a good priced, good example.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 07 January 2015, 08:40
The thing is tho' you may only be getting 39mpg due to the conditions, but a petrol would just about do that on the long run with all the moons and stars aligned. On a similar journey you'd see mid 20's from a petrol???

My MOT tester, who I've known for 20+ years, keeps dropping hints about wanting to buy my GT, and yesterday was no different. When I got home I'd had an email from the local dealer with some of their offers. I could either knock a £17k hole in my savings and have a new car, or sell mine, have some change from the maximum PCP deposit, pay hardly noticeable monthly payments for 3 years and then be left with a bill for £13k or no car. No thanks. I wouldn't mind changing it for a DSG of some description, but paying much less to change, but then I wouldn't know where the new car had been.

My problem (if you can call it that) is I tend to look after my cars so well that I am reluctant to let anyone else have the benefit of all my efforts, or couldn't bear to see it driven round looking like a sh!t tip. That's why I end up keeping them for ever.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 07 January 2015, 17:02
I agree with all of that but I am wondering how long it is before my DPF starts to whinge. I don't really want to change for anything more than 10k. Never owned a Gtii or an R so it would be nice. 5yr old issue is key 4 new tyres required, cam belt water pump,  80k mile mot, never replaced any brakes yet, shocks? Knochy gearbox.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 07 January 2015, 17:20
My view is that even if our 5 year old cars need £2k spending on it in the near future, that is a lot less than changing the car. Some would see that as wasted money as it could be 20% of the value of the car, but I would say it gives the piece of mind that you'll have a good car under you for another few years for a reasonably small outlay.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MartinrobGTi on 07 January 2015, 18:47
Fitted the rns510 in but its sent my car into complete meltdown! :( wont start or anything now! Wether its a faulty unit or not? Help pleasee???  Followed the steps to fit it exactly the same as they said on this forum!:cry: :cry: :embarrassed:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 07 January 2015, 21:16
I assume you disconnected it briefly and tried again, just didn't spend three hours fitting it and flattening the battery by leaving the lights, doors open e.t.c.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MartinrobGTi on 07 January 2015, 22:35
I assume you disconnected it briefly and tried again, just didn't spend three hours fitting it and flattening the battery by leaving the lights, doors open e.t.c.

I think it may actually be the battery that's dead! I tried the battery charger onit just incase and it was shiwing it was absolutely flat! So hopefully thars all it is, cross fingers! Nor me, i cant see any reason why instslling the radio would cause a genuine mechanical problem, i just assumed it was that i think as it was what i was doing st the same time coincidently!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 08 January 2015, 16:19
Gave the interior a good clean. It wasn't filthy but definitely looked better for it and the leather got a clean and condition too. Also got some goodies for the car delivered:
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7573/15611373353_b32ee04350_b.jpg)
Polished Bliss Wheel Woolies and a Porsche 911 Oil Cap from Awesome GTI's eBay

Doesn't make too much difference at the min but will hopefully look a lot better than the standard cap once I've finished my plans for the engine cover:
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7513/16043715318_64cf795aee_b.jpg)
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8640/15608813954_8c6471404a_b.jpg)

Please let us know what you think, I've been toying with the same ...... Those bulbs got good reviews

Some pics for you of the bulbs, not the best but will hopefully give you an idea. I'm yet to take them on my main journey that I do in the dark, but I have noticed the difference from the standard bulbs.
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8625/16045145929_26d49a37a4_b.jpg)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7482/16045410817_84c41144c5_b.jpg)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7502/16205361566_1e31104a3b_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dieselman on 10 January 2015, 11:13
Updated to V12 Maps for my DAB RNS 510!!!!!
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o45/scotty-boy_2006/Mobile%20Uploads/C179D729-5D41-402C-80CE-6D98A2D4DF65.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/scotty-boy_2006/media/Mobile%20Uploads/C179D729-5D41-402C-80CE-6D98A2D4DF65.jpg.html)

scott :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 10 January 2015, 20:02
Bought a mk7 Golf R, used the mk6 GTD to get there mind, collection date TBA.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: danpen1306 on 10 January 2015, 20:19
Updated to V12 Maps for my DAB RNS 510!!!!!
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o45/scotty-boy_2006/Mobile%20Uploads/C179D729-5D41-402C-80CE-6D98A2D4DF65.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/scotty-boy_2006/media/Mobile%20Uploads/C179D729-5D41-402C-80CE-6D98A2D4DF65.jpg.html)

scott :smiley:

Was this easy to do? And where did you get the update from?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 11 January 2015, 02:46
Bought a mk7 Golf R, used the mk6 GTD to get there mind, collection date TBA.

Just seen it in the mk7 section, low miles, great colour and spec.  Very nice  :cool:

Sad to see the gtd go  :sad:  but bet you can't wait to get behind the wheel of the R  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 11 January 2015, 03:11
Bought a mk7 Golf R, used the mk6 GTD to get there mind, collection date TBA.

Just seen it in the mk7 section, low miles, great colour and spec.  Very nice  :cool:

Sad to see the gtd go  :sad:  but bet you can't wait to get behind the wheel of the R  :grin:

Looks great in the blue with the Prets.


Is yours on order at long last Frau B?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 11 January 2015, 06:53
Bought a mk7 Golf R, used the mk6 GTD to get there mind, collection date TBA.

Just seen it in the mk7 section, low miles, great colour and spec.  Very nice  :cool:

Sad to see the gtd go  :sad:  but bet you can't wait to get behind the wheel of the R  :grin:

Looks great in the blue with the Prets.


Is yours on order at long last Frau B?

Not yet Hr. Ex

It's the very next thing on my to do list on my return from hols.  Currently sunning myself on a Maldivian island  :cool:  is it chilly back in Blighty??   :tongue:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 11 January 2015, 08:18
Bought a mk7 Golf R, used the mk6 GTD to get there mind, collection date TBA.

Just seen it in the mk7 section, low miles, great colour and spec.  Very nice  :cool:

Sad to see the gtd go  :sad:  but bet you can't wait to get behind the wheel of the R  :grin:

Yeah was a chance buy at a good price, I will be sad to see the GTD it has been very reliable and I have enjoyed driving it, its taken me to many places. But the R is next level.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 11 January 2015, 10:29


Not yet Hr. Ex

It's the very next thing on my to do list on my return from hols.  Currently sunning myself on a Maldivian island  :cool:  is it chilly back in Blighty??   :tongue:

How could it ever be cold here with you around the forum to warm the cockles of our hearts?  :kiss:

 :grin: :grin: :grin:

Anyway, just because you're on holiday doesn't mean you can't get an order rolling - I think I remember sitting in a caravan on one of those cheap half term breaks in Cornwall sorting out a car order on my mobile phone whilst everyone else went swimming!  :laugh:
Not quite the Maldives I know but when one has internet one has the world at ones feet. Or something like that...

The thing is tho' you may only be getting 39mpg due to the conditions, but a petrol would just about do that on the long run with all the moons and stars aligned. On a similar journey you'd see mid 20's from a petrol???

My MOT tester, who I've known for 20+ years, keeps dropping hints about wanting to buy my GT, and yesterday was no different. When I got home I'd had an email from the local dealer with some of their offers. I could either knock a £17k hole in my savings and have a new car, or sell mine, have some change from the maximum PCP deposit, pay hardly noticeable monthly payments for 3 years and then be left with a bill for £13k or no car. No thanks. I wouldn't mind changing it for a DSG of some description, but paying much less to change, but then I wouldn't know where the new car had been.

My problem (if you can call it that) is I tend to look after my cars so well that I am reluctant to let anyone else have the benefit of all my efforts, or couldn't bear to see it driven round looking like a sh!t tip. That's why I end up keeping them for ever.

Face it, you're just stingy! That's why you have £17k+ savings and not a shiny R8 parked outside depreciating  :laugh:

I know what you mean though, I cherished one of the MK2's I had so much that despite having this irrepressible itch to buy a VR6 (this was quite some time ago you'll notice!) that when the guy came with the cash to pick it up, having sold it on my birthday of all days, I couldn't even eat my meal when we went out later in the day. I just knew he'd not look after it the same.

No surprises when I saw it with a huge dent in the door a couple months later. Grrrrrrrr


Still, I'm older and wiser now and if I wasn't stuck on this silly ownership merry-go-round why the holy heck would I own a car when I could lease for peanuts like this: http://www.centralukvehicleleasing.co.uk/vehicle/choose_your_lease/57649/volkswagen/golf/20_tdi_gtd_5dr.html
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 11 January 2015, 11:04


Not yet Hr. Ex

It's the very next thing on my to do list on my return from hols.  Currently sunning myself on a Maldivian island  :cool:  is it chilly back in Blighty??   :tongue:

How could it ever be cold here with you around the forum to warm the cockles of our hearts?  :kiss:

 :grin: :grin: :grin:

Anyway, just because you're on holiday doesn't mean you can't get an order rolling - I think I remember sitting in a caravan on one of those cheap half term breaks in Cornwall sorting out a car order on my mobile phone whilst everyone else went swimming!  :laugh:
Not quite the Maldives I know but when one has internet one has the world at ones feet. Or something like that...

Oh, you charmer......I think I'm gonna be sick  :sick:  :laugh:  :kiss:

Ordering a car whilst on holiday, 4000 miles away  :huh:  Hmm, tempting but I think that might be a step too far and could end in divorce, if I we were actually married that is  :whistle:

And the wifi connection here is better than at home in semi rural Kent  :rolleyes:

Hope my mk6 is still intact and unscathed in it's temporary gatwick car park home  :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 11 January 2015, 11:53

Face it, you're just stingy! That's why you have £17k+ savings and not a shiny R8 parked outside depreciating  :laugh:


I guess I am when I see how much money other people seem to spend. I was brought up the old school way of saving for what I wanted. However, the things cars theses days seem to have such high screen prices that even tho' the money might be there, when it's gone it'll take a long time to replace. Being self employed also doesn't help as my income can be extremely haphazard, which is why I don't like monthly payments for anything other than the necessary utility bills.

Anyway, I am going to buy a new road bike in the next month or so. That will cost a fraction of changing a car and give me probably more pleasure. 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 11 January 2015, 11:56
Bought a mk7 Golf R, used the mk6 GTD to get there mind, collection date TBA.

 :cool: but at this rate with seemingly everyone moving on, I'll be left here all on my own with the new wave of silly wheels and coilover Mk6 owners.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 11 January 2015, 12:02
Bought a mk7 Golf R, used the mk6 GTD to get there mind, collection date TBA.

 :cool: but at this rate with seemingly everyone moving on, I'll be left here all on my own with the new wave of silly wheels and coilover Mk6 owners.

You know what the answer to that is then.  Time to get your fat wallet out.


Anyway, I am going to buy a new road bike in the next month or so. That will cost a fraction of changing a car and give me probably more pleasure. 

Have you decided what road bike you're getting?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 11 January 2015, 12:25
Have you decided what road bike you're getting?

Either a Specialized Roubaix or a Cannodale Synapse. Both are carbon sportive bikes with 11 speed 105 components. Priced the same too. I just need to ride both to decide.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 11 January 2015, 13:31
Bought a mk7 Golf R, used the mk6 GTD to get there mind, collection date TBA.

 :cool: but at this rate with seemingly everyone moving on, I'll be left here all on my own with the new wave of silly wheels and coilover Mk6 owners.
I will still be here, no silly wheels or coilovers for me.
My mk6 is staying and moving into the leons job as the all years rojnd daily. Down sizing this year is my goal 3 cars max.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 11 January 2015, 13:39
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Still, I'm older and wiser now and if I wasn't stuck on this silly ownership merry-go-round why the holy heck would I own a car when I could lease for peanuts like this: http://www.centralukvehicleleasing.co.uk/vehicle/choose_your_lease/57649/volkswagen/golf/20_tdi_gtd_5dr.html
Thats why I dont even look at new cars on the street anymore. Or think they must be doing well they have an X.  Having a new car now meens nothing, actually it meens  less than nothing as 99% are basically just renting cars. Id think more of someone running an old 500 quid car than a new one now as at least they own it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 11 January 2015, 14:20
Bought a mk7 Golf R, used the mk6 GTD to get there mind, collection date TBA.

 :cool: but at this rate with seemingly everyone moving on, I'll be left here all on my own with the new wave of silly wheels and coilover Mk6 owners.

May you and jonesltd have a long and happy symbiosis.

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Still, I'm older and wiser now and if I wasn't stuck on this silly ownership merry-go-round why the holy heck would I own a car when I could lease for peanuts like this: http://www.centralukvehicleleasing.co.uk/vehicle/choose_your_lease/57649/volkswagen/golf/20_tdi_gtd_5dr.html
Thats why I dont even look at new cars on the street anymore. Or think they must be doing well they have an X.  Having a new car now meens nothing, actually it meens  less than nothing as 99% are basically just renting cars. Id think more of someone running an old 500 quid car than a new one now as at least they own it.

I was thankful I was out in my old 500 quid car today as I had a spectacular amount of bird sh!t land on the roof! I wasn't quite sure whether I was horrified or impressed but it didn't half make a noise when it hit! There's a pigeon out there right now feeling a whole lot better.
Hopefully it'll rain hard later as I really can't be arsed to clean it off as it's a bit chilly round these parts and my builders bum won't want a chill.

Anyway, I do actually own my own cars (unlike many) and I guess as there are quite a lot of us older farts on this forum there are a few that have saved their own pennies over the years. I was well into my forties by the time I bought my first new car. But as time goes by I realise it's me who's out of step with the world and really I should just rent them as it gives a pretty hassle free existence and I just don't have any enthusiasm to modify or spend hours cleaning and polishing any more.

There's one thing I do know and that's the fact my next car won't be properly owned unless my six numbers pop up.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 11 January 2015, 14:31
Have you decided what road bike you're getting?

Either a Specialized Roubaix or a Cannodale Synapse. Both are carbon sportive bikes with 11 speed 105 components. Priced the same too. I just need to ride both to decide.

Not sure what your budget is but have a look at the Felt F series.

Bought an F2 carbon fibre couple of years ago and it's a fantastic road bike.  Very rigid frame and super light, SRAM components etc.  There's plenty of good ones at varying prices in that range.

Whatever you go for, always worth trying to pick up previous year's stock too as price is usually much reduced as opposed to new season stock and barely any difference in the bike.

Thats why I dont even look at new cars on the street anymore. Or think they must be doing well they have an X.  Having a new car now meens nothing, actually it meens  less than nothing as 99% are basically just renting cars. Id think more of someone running an old 500 quid car than a new one now as at least they own it.

I agree, the days of cars as status symbols is largely over.  But I still don't like the idea of 'renting' a car, some of us still like to do it the old fashioned way and actually own it.  I'm buying my mk7 outright, and even if it isn't the most cost effective way, at least it's mine and there's that satisfaction of having saved for it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 11 January 2015, 14:32
Bought a mk7 Golf R, used the mk6 GTD to get there mind, collection date TBA.

 :cool: but at this rate with seemingly everyone moving on, I'll be left here all on my own with the new wave of silly wheels and coilover Mk6 owners.

i wont be going anywhere, espeically on coilovers  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 11 January 2015, 15:53
Have you decided what road bike you're getting?

Either a Specialized Roubaix or a Cannodale Synapse. Both are carbon sportive bikes with 11 speed 105 components. Priced the same too. I just need to ride both to decide.

Not sure what your budget is but have a look at the Felt F series.


I'm looking at round £1500, both the Specialized and Cannodale are bang on that price. They can be bought from my local bike shop and having bought 4 bikes from them last year, I would expect 15% discount and a set of pedals. The price will also include a fitting session. Discount, freebies and fitting won't come from internet stockists, so I'd have to try to deal with a different stockist.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 11 January 2015, 17:08
Mine isn't a rental, hard earned money is paying for it. The GTD has done me proud with ownership nearly on 5 yrs and 80k miles later its done very well. But moving job to a closer to home (5 miles instead of 28) has given me the opportunity to buy something I have always wanted an R. Where as the GTD and the DPF just don't like the short journeys. Its time for the GTD to go to a new home, it will be for sale soon once the private plate has come off keep your eyes peeled in the classifieds. Although I have had some interest already from friends.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 11 January 2015, 17:16
Have you decided what road bike you're getting?

Either a Specialized Roubaix or a Cannodale Synapse. Both are carbon sportive bikes with 11 speed 105 components. Priced the same too. I just need to ride both to decide.

Not sure what your budget is but have a look at the Felt F series.


I'm looking at round £1500, both the Specialized and Cannodale are bang on that price. They can be bought from my local bike shop and having bought 4 bikes from them last year, I would expect 15% discount and a set of pedals. The price will also include a fitting session. Discount, freebies and fitting won't come from internet stockists, so I'd have to try to deal with a different stockist.
ive just brought a road bike it's a specialized diverge the £900 one. Couldn't have an out and out racing bike because of back issues so got it locally and fitted. The man said when you have it serviced if you want to clip in we shall do a proper fit. Can't argue with good local service  :smiley: mind you I wish these bikes would come wit half decent pedals
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: vertex on 11 January 2015, 17:44
Had a very near miss last night. I had a dash cam from a previous car so wired it in today.
Front and back.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mike. on 11 January 2015, 18:37
Yea I fitted one recently and if anything its good for entertainment value.

On the way home the other day thought this van was risking it a bit going through on the red.

(http://www.thewindinglane.co.uk/images/misc/redJump1.jpg)


But then the black car behind followed   :shocked:

(http://www.thewindinglane.co.uk/images/misc/redjump2.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 11 January 2015, 18:40
Charlie, most decent bikes come with 'ride home from the shop pedals'. Most riders will have their own shoe/pedal combo.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 11 January 2015, 18:52
I know dubber mine came with the ride home pedals just it would be nice if a decent set metal not plastic were included not moaning to much just being tight  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Greg_ED35 on 11 January 2015, 19:43
Picked up a VAGCOM cable from a supplier here in Stockholm today , first mandatory job done, dial staging  :wink: and ordered a bluetooth module and some "35" badges as mine never had any. Will be working through the list of vagcom tweeks over next week. :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 12 January 2015, 02:56
I know dubber mine came with the ride home pedals just it would be nice if a decent set metal not plastic were included not moaning to much just being tight  :laugh:

Charlie, get yourself a decent set of clipless pedals (spd type or similar), some proper road shoes and cleats, shimano etc.  Makes all the difference (once you've mastered them).  Maximises leg power and energy directly to the wheels/road and gives better control over the bike.  Similar to 4 wheel drive  :laugh:  Don't know how people can ride without them.

Still enjoying your alltrack?   Missing the gti?   :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 12 January 2015, 10:26
I know dubber mine came with the ride home pedals just it would be nice if a decent set metal not plastic were included not moaning to much just being tight  :laugh:

Charlie, get yourself a decent set of clipless pedals (spd type or similar), some proper road shoes and cleats, shimano etc.  Makes all the difference (once you've mastered them).  Maximises leg power and energy directly to the wheels/road and gives better control over the bike.  Similar to 4 wheel drive  :laugh:  Don't know how people can ride without them.

Still enjoying your alltrack?   Missing the gti?   :smiley:
ye I'm still enjoying the alltrack and you had to ask about the gti. Needless to say I think you know the answer to that one. I've got the shoes and clipless pedals on order so we shall have to see how we get on  :grin:  glad your on holiday because it's not cold and windy back here. Just watch out for them sharks  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 12 January 2015, 18:28
What dash cams are people using and any photos of them installed?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: vertex on 12 January 2015, 22:38
What dash cams are people using and any photos of them installed?

I've currently got a blackvue 550gw. This has a full HD camera at the front and a smaller 720 at the back. Also has built in WiFi, so you can change the settings from your phone, view recordings and watch live.

Pics to follow
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mike. on 13 January 2015, 09:29
I am using a G1W ,review here. (http://dashboardcamerareviews.com/g1w-gs108/)

Great quality for about £30 just be carefull if buying one as there a lot of fakes on Ebay..
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MartinrobGTi on 13 January 2015, 23:16
After fitting the rns510 unit, i noticed that after connecting my ipod to the connector inside the armrest that the music quality is far less as good as it was on the rcd310, why's that? Anyone know?? The sound quality on the cd player and hdd is awesome, but pretty awful on the mdi ipod. Anyone know why? And what i could do to fix it? All my songs on the ipod are proper itunes music so no cheap copies or bla bla! And the quality was fine in the old rcd310
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 14 January 2015, 06:51
After fitting the rns510 unit, i noticed that after connecting my ipod to the connector inside the armrest that the music quality is far less as good as it was on the rcd310, why's that? Anyone know?? The sound quality on the cd player and hdd is awesome, but pretty awful on the mdi ipod. Anyone know why? And what i could do to fix it? All my songs on the ipod are proper itunes music so no cheap copies or bla bla! And the quality was fine in the old rcd310

Might be something else, but worth checking the aux input levels in the media set up menu.  Sometimes it is set at 'high' which can cause a lot of sound distortion, particularly on iPod files, much more so than CDs.

On the RNS if you go into Settings - Media - Set Up button - Media - Aux input level - choice of low, medium or high.  Medium is the better setting.   It does mean you might have to whack the volume up on some songs but you shouldn't get distortion.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 19 January 2015, 16:35
broke the 52 mpg barrier on the fill, drive fill Excel spread sheet  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 19 January 2015, 17:09
Had a tyre go pop on Friday night. Both front tyres were below 3mm, so a new pair have been ordered from my preferred tyre dealer.

I've fitted all 4 'summer' Passat wheels to it whilst I wait for the new front tyres. It's given be the opportunity to give all the wheel a proper inside and out clean and also discover how much better the ride is on 17" wheels.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 19 January 2015, 17:18
discover how much better the ride is on 17" wheels.

and thats just cleared 3 items off my ebay watch list. Thanks :afro:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: s90 on 19 January 2015, 17:23
So I joined the club over Christmas, went from a Mk5 TDI to a 2011 Mk6 GTI, and boy what a difference! I've been absolutely in love with GTIs for years and can't believe I actually own one myself now :grin: I've been browsing the forum trying to pick up on advice others have had but thought I'd introduce myself here.

Looking at aesthetic changes I eventually want new alloys (looking at the BBS SR) and xenons but obviously a lot of money to drop in one go, especially after getting the car itself!

First thing I want to do is get some Halogen bulbs to replace the standard which I believe are H7. I was looking at the OSRAM Nightbreaker, thoughts or other recommendations? is it worth replacing the H15 also? thinking of doing this until I can drop the money on xenons.

I was also looking at getting the LED replacement kit for the interior lights, where's the best place to find these kits, ebay?

Finally, are there any other relatively cheap aesthetic mods that you guys/gals can recommend?

Thanks!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 19 January 2015, 18:10
First thing I want to do is get some Halogen bulbs to replace the standard which I believe are H7. I was looking at the OSRAM Nightbreaker, thoughts or other recommendations? is it worth replacing the H15 also? thinking of doing this until I can drop the money on xenons.

Finally, are there any other relatively cheap aesthetic mods that you guys/gals can recommend?

Thanks!

Hi and welcome,

The standard headlight bulbs are pretty crap aren't they? I've just put some Philips Xtreme Vision Plus 130% H7 in my dipped beam and they are much better. I've had Osram Nightbreakers in previous cars as well and they'll be good too. As for H15 full beam, there really isn't a lot out there at all. I don't know why VW use this fitting!

One small cosmetic thing that's fairly popular is seat inserts. It's one of the only things I've done and looks really OEM
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-Golf-5-V-Golf-6-VI-MK5-MK6-GTI-seat-inserts-alloy-trim-cover-TDI-GTD-TSI-GT-R-/161020148984 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-Golf-5-V-Golf-6-VI-MK5-MK6-GTI-seat-inserts-alloy-trim-cover-TDI-GTD-TSI-GT-R-/161020148984)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: danpen1306 on 19 January 2015, 21:00
So I joined the club over Christmas, went from a Mk5 TDI to a 2011 Mk6 GTI, and boy what a difference! I've been absolutely in love with GTIs for years and can't believe I actually own one myself now :grin: I've been browsing the forum trying to pick up on advice others have had but thought I'd introduce myself here.

Looking at aesthetic changes I eventually want new alloys (looking at the BBS SR) and xenons but obviously a lot of money to drop in one go, especially after getting the car itself!

First thing I want to do is get some Halogen bulbs to replace the standard which I believe are H7. I was looking at the OSRAM Nightbreaker, thoughts or other recommendations? is it worth replacing the H15 also? thinking of doing this until I can drop the money on xenons.

I was also looking at getting the LED replacement kit for the interior lights, where's the best place to find these kits, ebay?

Finally, are there any other relatively cheap aesthetic mods that you guys/gals can recommend?

Thanks!

I bought these for the interior LED mod. Really good eBayer and a very easy mod to do.

http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/231298846773?nav=SEARCH
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 January 2015, 11:20
Retrieved it from the airport car park in the very early hours.  Dirty, but free from bird poo, and thankfully no dings or dents, phew!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 20 January 2015, 14:32
Retrieved it from the airport car park in the very early hours.  Dirty, but free from bird poo, and thankfully no dings or dents, phew!
welcome home oh bronzed one! Hope your teeth have stopped chattering by now!  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: s90 on 20 January 2015, 15:35
Hi and welcome,

The standard headlight bulbs are pretty crap aren't they? I've just put some Philips Xtreme Vision Plus 130% H7 in my dipped beam and they are much better. I've had Osram Nightbreakers in previous cars as well and they'll be good too. As for H15 full beam, there really isn't a lot out there at all. I don't know why VW use this fitting!

One small cosmetic thing that's fairly popular is seat inserts. It's one of the only things I've done and looks really OEM
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-Golf-5-V-Golf-6-VI-MK5-MK6-GTI-seat-inserts-alloy-trim-cover-TDI-GTD-TSI-GT-R-/161020148984 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-Golf-5-V-Golf-6-VI-MK5-MK6-GTI-seat-inserts-alloy-trim-cover-TDI-GTD-TSI-GT-R-/161020148984)

Ordered the Nightbreakers today as they're fairly cheap on Amazon and with prime - as you say the H15 seem to be few and far between, will keep an eye out though. From reading the owners manual the bulbs look fairly straightforward to replace?

Seat inserts look very nice as well, thanks for the link.


I bought these for the interior LED mod. Really good eBayer and a very easy mod to do.

http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/231298846773?nav=SEARCH

Great, thanks for the link will get these ordered as well. Was looking at  this guide (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?8502-DIY-Interior-Lights-Install-MKVI-Golf-lt-lt-lt-PICTURE-INTENSIVE-gt-gt-gt) to fit them as it seems fairly comprehensive.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mustard on 20 January 2015, 22:21
Hi and welcome,

The standard headlight bulbs are pretty crap aren't they? I've just put some Philips Xtreme Vision Plus 130% H7 in my dipped beam and they are much better. I've had Osram Nightbreakers in previous cars as well and they'll be good too. As for H15 full beam, there really isn't a lot out there at all. I don't know why VW use this fitting!

One small cosmetic thing that's fairly popular is seat inserts. It's one of the only things I've done and looks really OEM
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-Golf-5-V-Golf-6-VI-MK5-MK6-GTI-seat-inserts-alloy-trim-cover-TDI-GTD-TSI-GT-R-/161020148984 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-Golf-5-V-Golf-6-VI-MK5-MK6-GTI-seat-inserts-alloy-trim-cover-TDI-GTD-TSI-GT-R-/161020148984)

Ordered the Nightbreakers today as they're fairly cheap on Amazon and with prime - as you say the H15 seem to be few and far between, will keep an eye out though. From reading the owners manual the bulbs look fairly straightforward to replace?

Seat inserts look very nice as well, thanks for the link.


I bought these for the interior LED mod. Really good eBayer and a very easy mod to do.

http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/231298846773?nav=SEARCH

Great, thanks for the link will get these ordered as well. Was looking at  this guide (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?8502-DIY-Interior-Lights-Install-MKVI-Golf-lt-lt-lt-PICTURE-INTENSIVE-gt-gt-gt) to fit them as it seems fairly comprehensive.

Autobulbs sell an upgrade H15 bulb, not a huge difference, but it is a bit whiter.

http://www.autobulbsdirect.co.uk/White-H15-Upgrade-Bulb.html
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 23 January 2015, 15:20
Finally got round to fixing the broken GTI badge on my front grill. One of the lugs had snapped meaning it was free to rotate slightly and sometimes would end up like this if I didn't straighten it. Anyway, new badge ordered from VW, grill off and badges swapped :)

Also I'm being sent away for 2 months tomorrow with work, so the car had a good clean and a protection top up with C2v3. Luckily I have some family members that can drop me off at the airport so I don't have to leave the car stood for that long and they can look after it, take it for a run every week and clean any bird produce off :). I'm gonna miss my GTI!  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 23 January 2015, 16:57
Finally got round to fixing the broken GTI badge on my front grill. One of the lugs had snapped meaning it was free to rotate slightly and sometimes would end up like this if I didn't straighten it. Anyway, new badge ordered from VW, grill off and badges swapped :)

Also I'm being sent away for 2 months tomorrow with work, so the car had a good clean and a protection top up with C2v3. Luckily I have some family members that can drop me off at the airport so I don't have to leave the car stood for that long and they can look after it, take it for a run every week and clean any bird produce off :). I'm gonna miss my GTI!  :cry:
i would of ran it for you for a couple of months :grin: have a good work trip it will be waiting for you on your return
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 23 January 2015, 17:24
Dan, you could always carry a little photo of it in your wallet, or just check your forum sig now and then, when you're in need of some gti love  :laugh:

Glad you've replaced the wonky badge, that would've driven me mad.  Have a good trip  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 23 January 2015, 18:09
i would of ran it for you for a couple of months :grin: have a good work trip it will be waiting for you on your return

Haha thanks for the offer Charlie :)

Dan, you could always carry a little photo of it in your wallet, or just check your forum sig now and then, when you're in need of some gti love  :laugh:

Glad you've replaced the wonky badge, that would've driven me mad.  Have a good trip  :smiley:

I have many photos on my phone that I can sneak a look at now and then :) thnx for the the good wishes guys :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 23 January 2015, 23:09
Retrieved it from the airport car park in the very early hours.  Dirty, but free from bird poo, and thankfully no dings or dents, phew!
welcome home oh bronzed one! Hope your teeth have stopped chattering by now!  :whistle:

Hahaha, teeth are still chattering  (http://i935.photobucket.com/albums/ad195/Matthew_Colbath/Shiver.gif) (http://media.photobucket.com/user/Matthew_Colbath/media/Shiver.gif.html)

Going from 32°C to -1°C and snow was a bit of a shock to the system.  Still, can't moan too much as returning to maldives in August  :tongue:

Onto the serious business of ordering an R this weekend.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Peter W on 24 January 2015, 11:53
Hahaha, teeth are still chattering  (http://i935.photobucket.com/albums/ad195/Matthew_Colbath/Shiver.gif) (http://media.photobucket.com/user/Matthew_Colbath/media/Shiver.gif.html)

Going from 32°C to -1°C and snow was a bit of a shock to the system.  Still, can't moan too much as returning to maldives in August  :tongue:

Onto the serious business of ordering an R this weekend.
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Wow, you must of enjoyed it there ! I hope the flights were good for you !

Good luck ordering the R - let us know the spec you finalise on, last weekend in jan has to be a good negotiation point. Sales must be quiet at the moment.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 January 2015, 15:23
Wow, you must of enjoyed it there ! I hope the flights were good for you !

Good luck ordering the R - let us know the spec you finalise on, last weekend in jan has to be a good negotiation point. Sales must be quiet at the moment.

We love it there and are regular visitors, August will be our 7th visit.  Flights were great, but unfortunately BA are not flying there this summer for some reason (restart flights winter 15/16), so will be flying Emirates via Dubai. Shame as the BA direct flight is great  :smiley:

I'm likely ordering the broker route so 12% discount guaranteed.  I've had hit and miss results with local dealer in the past and can't really be bothered sitting in the showroom for hours whilst the salesman hops back and forth to the omnipotent sales manager, quibbling over every last  penny  :rolleyes:

Waiting on a couple phone calls/emails so order will be finalised next week, but spec is:

5 door DSG
Deep Black Pearl
19" Pretorias
Dynaudio
Black Vienna Leather
DCC
Discover Nav
Rear cam
Keyless
High beam assist
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 24 January 2015, 15:36

Waiting on a couple phone calls/emails so order will be finalised next week, but spec is:

5 door DSG
Deep Black Pearl
19" Pretorias
Dynaudio
Black Vienna Leather
DCC
Discover Nav
Rear cam
Keyless
High beam assist

Nice spec. Whoever buys your mk6 will be getting a stunning car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 24 January 2015, 17:50
When buying through a broker that offers a good discount, what happens about the px value? Big discounts are all well and good, but as we all know, it's the cost to change that matters.

I guess the best way is to sell privately and buy a £1000 Mk4 TDI to ride round in until the new car is ready. The problem with doing that is driving an old car is very liberating and will make you question whether or not to leave your £30k in the bank.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 January 2015, 18:34
When buying through a broker that offers a good discount, what happens about the px value? Big discounts are all well and good, but as we all know, it's the cost to change that matters.

I guess the best way is to sell privately and buy a £1000 Mk4 TDI to ride round in until the new car is ready. The problem with doing that is driving an old car is very liberating and will make you question whether or not to leave your £30k in the bank.

Of course it's the cost to change that matters.  As you know, great discount usually equals poor/average px, and good px equals average discount.  As long as the combined discount / px comes in around the budgeted figure then all is well. 

Some brokers don't do px at all, and some do.  Previously I have px'd with a broker dealership and was happy with the price.  My local dealership offer both measly discount and laughingly low px prices so that route is a waste of time.

Private sale is an option but it's a lot of cash for someone to part with the without the backup of an approved used vehicle service and a warranty.  Getting a temporary run around'?  Maybe, but unlikely I'll be seduced into keeping a diesel  :tongue: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mickmk6 on 24 January 2015, 19:09
Made it nice and shiny and then fitted some nightbreakers. Looks much better now!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 24 January 2015, 21:00
Launch test in the R.   :evil:

http://youtu.be/2Yxsr1Ofgr8
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 26 January 2015, 22:05
Just cheated on it with an R by pressing 'BUY' on the Drive the deal website  :cry:  :evil: :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 26 January 2015, 22:17
Wow what do you go for?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 26 January 2015, 22:23
Wow what do you go for?


5 door DSG
Deep Black Pearl - because I'm a sucker for punishment and saves buying a different coloured pot of wax  :grin:
19" Pretorias
Dynaudio
Black Vienna Leather
DCC
Discover Nav
Voice activation
Rear camera
Keyless
High beam assist
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 26 January 2015, 22:33
Now that's a spec you will be so happy.  I wonder if can use the blue wax I bought ona grey car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 26 January 2015, 22:42
Now that's a spec you will be so happy.  I wonder if can use the blue wax I bought ona grey car.

Thanks, yeah happy with that spec, long wait now, just have to slum it in the mk6 till then  :wink:

You could always do a test panel with the nattys blue.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 26 January 2015, 22:45
Will try it and see otherwise is ebay for the paste. Congrats again on the purchase I can't wait until Sunday to collect mine.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 26 January 2015, 22:48
Will try it and see otherwise is ebay for the paste. Congrats again on the purchase I can't wait until Sunday to collect mine.

Bet you'll be wishing the week away, look forward to seeing the pics.  Yours has a great spec and the Limestone Grey is a really special colour  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MartinrobGTi on 26 January 2015, 23:37
Ordered a brand new sachs performance clutch gor the GTi, as mine has started to slip in 4th and 5th gear when booting! :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Exonian on 27 January 2015, 05:03
Just cheated on it with an R by pressing 'BUY' on the Drive the deal website  :cry:  :evil: :laugh:

Congrats!  :cool:
about bloomin' time!

I didn't think DTD did part-ex?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 27 January 2015, 08:13
Just cheated on it with an R by pressing 'BUY' on the Drive the deal website  :cry:  :evil: :laugh:

Congrats!  :cool:
about bloomin' time!

I didn't think DTD did part-ex?

Thanks  :smiley:

DTD don't do px.  Wanna buy a mk6, one careful owner?  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 27 January 2015, 09:58
Congrats booth great spec you won't have any probs selling the gti bet you don't leave that in a airport car park  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 27 January 2015, 18:42
booked it in for its service after only 4 months  :shocked:

and 2 warranty job requests too  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: andykram on 27 January 2015, 21:52
Stuck the winter wheels on. Set of Team Dynamics Imolas - look quite nice actually. Snow predicted tomorrow so we'll see what happens .
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MartinrobGTi on 28 January 2015, 17:27
Had these badboys delivered today, only place i could seem to find them was regal autosport.
Get them fitted in about two weeks time, see if it will stop the clutch slipping and see if i can use more of the torque without wheel spin everytime! :undecided:

(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f62/martinrob02056/C8A4FB9F-DD93-4685-B39A-33259CAC94D2_zpscgvqzzsx.jpg) (http://s45.photobucket.com/user/martinrob02056/media/C8A4FB9F-DD93-4685-B39A-33259CAC94D2_zpscgvqzzsx.jpg.html)
(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f62/martinrob02056/A74BBB5F-7D95-4F54-B549-748B2B8D82DE_zpsryks2cby.jpg) (http://s45.photobucket.com/user/martinrob02056/media/A74BBB5F-7D95-4F54-B549-748B2B8D82DE_zpsryks2cby.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ttdan on 28 January 2015, 19:41
Had these badboys delivered today, only place i could seem to find them was regal autosport.
Get them fitted in about two weeks time, see if it will stop the clutch slipping and see if i can use more of the torque without wheel spin everytime! :undecided:


Slip = yes, spin = no. IMHO
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Greg_ED35 on 29 January 2015, 16:24
Received my Ebay bargain £11 carbon fiber mirror covers :) quality isn't amazing but will stop stone chips !  :grin:

(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k180/thedirtjumper/IMG_3967_zps25c745df.jpg) (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/thedirtjumper/media/IMG_3967_zps25c745df.jpg.html)

Removed my mirror caps which takes 20 seconds a side, you do not have to remove the glass ! Cleaned and then glued the cf versions on top with 3m tape.

(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k180/thedirtjumper/IMG_3972_zpsb30407a3.jpg) (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/thedirtjumper/media/IMG_3972_zpsb30407a3.jpg.html)

Then oven baked to help the glue set (the wife loved this !)  :whistle:

(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k180/thedirtjumper/IMG_3973_zpsa94ef0c9.jpg) (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/thedirtjumper/media/IMG_3973_zpsa94ef0c9.jpg.html)

Fitted back on the car please excuse the state of the car and also the darkness ! Better pics over the weekend !

(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k180/thedirtjumper/IMG_3974_zps7ff728a6.jpg) (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/thedirtjumper/media/IMG_3974_zps7ff728a6.jpg.html)

(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k180/thedirtjumper/IMG_3978_zpscc53b7bd.jpg) (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/thedirtjumper/media/IMG_3978_zpscc53b7bd.jpg.html)

(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k180/thedirtjumper/IMG_3977_zpsd03d7d24.jpg) (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/thedirtjumper/media/IMG_3977_zpsd03d7d24.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 29 January 2015, 16:47
Greg_ed35, how did you take the mirror covers off?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: cosmicremedy on 29 January 2015, 16:48
That's a lovely clean oven  :smiley:


(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k180/thedirtjumper/IMG_3973_zpsa94ef0c9.jpg) (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/thedirtjumper/media/IMG_3973_zpsa94ef0c9.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Greg_ED35 on 29 January 2015, 17:03
Yeah its new probably shouldn't be using it for car parts quite yet !
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mickmk6 on 30 January 2015, 17:17
Successfully failed at trying to remove the side light bulbs without cutting my fingers to shreds.

Who designs these things?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: sundaydriver on 30 January 2015, 18:24
Opened the garage door for the first time in 6 weeks to check it's still there!  :laugh:.....................and then closed the garage door! :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 01 February 2015, 12:33
Managed to give it first clean since new year.  Typically it started sleeting as I was drying it  :sad:

Always entertaining snow foaming in the wind, not much went on the car but my face has been well and truly foamed  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 01 February 2015, 17:11
Realised its bloody filthy, thought about washing it, decided to go get it dirtier instead  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 01 February 2015, 19:54
Traded it in....the mk6 GTD is no more. 79602 miles nearly 5 years old. :cry: :cry: :cry:

...to the mk7 section I go to enjoy my R. :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 01 February 2015, 20:29
Traded it in....the mk6 GTD is no more. 79602 miles nearly 5 years old. :cry: :cry: :cry:

...to the mk7 section I go to enjoy my R. :evil:

So it's bye bye GTD  :cry:

......hello R  :cool: 

My congrats in mk7 section  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 01 February 2015, 20:35
I also left in with a range of 5 miles on the dash hehe pretty much on the very last red line. Never dragged it so low in its life too.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 01 February 2015, 21:49
I also left in with a range of 5 miles on the dash hehe pretty much on the very last red line. Never dragged it so low in its life too.

Thrifty to the end  :wink:  Hope the mpg in the R doesn't come as too much of a shock  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 01 February 2015, 21:55
Well, not sure what a shock is compared to the mk6 Ed 35. 25mpg? 70mph seemed to be heading towards the 35mpg range, but needs a good distance probably to get there. Will be interesting to see what the 5 miles commute to work returns, had it up to 50mpg in the GTD, expect really 20mpg in the R.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 01 February 2015, 22:10
Well, not sure what a shock is compared to the mk6 Ed 35. 25mpg? 70mph seemed to be heading towards the 35mpg range, but needs a good distance probably to get there. Will be interesting to see what the 5 miles commute to work returns, had it up to 50mpg in the GTD, expect really 20mpg in the R.

Actually I meant a shock to you as a former GTD driver.

Dunno about compared to the ed35, mine's just a normal GTI.  I get 27/28 mpg average with lots of stop start town driving/rural road/dual carriageway.  Get into early to mid 30s on motorway.  If I get an overall average 24/25 in R that'll do.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 01 February 2015, 22:15
I don't really mind as I am not doing 56 miles a day to work, its now 50 a week. Oh I looked at yours and assumed edition 35 as the Glendale's were fitted. Its ok, I got 52mpg on its final journey as the range counted down fairly fast, I slow to 60 on the motorway as I wanted it to make it to the dealer parking lot. Filled the R up with shell 98 as it was the closest to the dealer, I did note that Super Unleaded is cheaper than diesel so I am saving money really!!? :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 01 February 2015, 22:32
I don't really mind as I am not doing 56 miles a day to work, its not 50 a week. Oh I looked at yours and assumed edition 35 as the Glendale's were fitted. Its ok, I got 52mpg on its final journey as the range counted down fairly fast, I slow to 60 on the motorway as I wanted it to make it to the dealer parking lot. Filled the R up with shell 98 as it was the closest to the dealer, I did note that Super Unleaded is cheaper than diesel so I am saving money really!!? :undecided:

Yeah, I always use Shell V Power Nitro+ where possible anyway and I think the recommended for the R is 98 Ron.  You don't buy an R for economical mpg, so just enjoy  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Greg_ED35 on 02 February 2015, 17:23
Removed two weeks worth of solid ice ! Was an inch thick on the roof !

(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k180/thedirtjumper/IMG_4045_zps0e5110ce.jpg) (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/thedirtjumper/media/IMG_4045_zps0e5110ce.jpg.html)

(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k180/thedirtjumper/IMG_4047_zpsaa94fbec.jpg) (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/thedirtjumper/media/IMG_4047_zpsaa94fbec.jpg.html)

(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k180/thedirtjumper/IMG_4050_zpse3f2acde.jpg) (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/thedirtjumper/media/IMG_4050_zpse3f2acde.jpg.html)

(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k180/thedirtjumper/IMG_4049_zps9e62e429.jpg) (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/thedirtjumper/media/IMG_4049_zps9e62e429.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 02 February 2015, 17:44
What's the thing on the front bumper below the GTI badge?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 February 2015, 17:46
What's the thing on the front bumper below the GTI badge?

Camera maybe?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 02 February 2015, 17:49
finally braved after a wash taking it out and fitting the bike rack on the roof, now dirty again :(

Still thinking of taking her for a run when i go skiing in a few weeks, be more fun than flying i think
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Greg_ED35 on 02 February 2015, 19:14
What's the thing on the front bumper below the GTI badge?

Its the plug for my engine and cabin warmer :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 02 February 2015, 20:39
Removed two weeks worth of solid ice ! Was an inch thick on the roof !

(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k180/thedirtjumper/IMG_4045_zps0e5110ce.jpg) (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/thedirtjumper/media/IMG_4045_zps0e5110ce.jpg.html)

(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k180/thedirtjumper/IMG_4047_zpsaa94fbec.jpg) (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/thedirtjumper/media/IMG_4047_zpsaa94fbec.jpg.html)

(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k180/thedirtjumper/IMG_4050_zpse3f2acde.jpg) (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/thedirtjumper/media/IMG_4050_zpse3f2acde.jpg.html)

(http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k180/thedirtjumper/IMG_4049_zps9e62e429.jpg) (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/thedirtjumper/media/IMG_4049_zps9e62e429.jpg.html)

nice  where is this if you dont mind me asking? looks like you had the snow bad!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Greg_ED35 on 03 February 2015, 04:48
I live in Stockholm, Sweden we have had a good few feet of snow over the past few days yet everything still works and is open  :grin: only bad side is so is work !
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 07 February 2015, 19:44
seeing as a nice dry mild day!

Polished down the whole car and a nice layer of wax on! hopefully keep some of this salt off! :whistle:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 07 February 2015, 22:06
Think my car is the dirtiest it ever has been. Might break out my new pressure washer 2moz!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 07 February 2015, 22:26
Think my car is the dirtiest it ever has been. Might break out my new pressure washer 2moz!

+1 mine's not far off it's worst at the moment.  Not enough to shift me off the couch today though.  When the sun came out, for a nanosecond I thought about washing it before deciding, nah.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 11 February 2015, 22:29
Just realised I have owned my car now for 12 months, the happiest I've ever had, but now its MOT time, and tyre time!  :sad:

But i have decided I need to use it more! 6000 miles in 12 months is just not good enough with the smile factor it gives! :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 12 February 2015, 21:15
Hoovered out lots of glass.  Jeez it gets everywhere. My seats looked like they had glitter on them with all the really fine pieces.

Also cleaned off all of the aluminium oxide from the finger print guy so interior is looking tidy again albeit with a big cubby hole in the dash at the moment.

Glass being fitted tomorrow then back to some form of normality  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ajmoir36 on 12 February 2015, 21:20
Did they lift any good prints? Hopefully they will catch them.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 12 February 2015, 21:32
Hoovered out lots of glass.  Jeez it gets everywhere. My seats looked like they had glitter on them with all the really fine pieces.

Also cleaned off all of the aluminium oxide from the finger print guy so interior is looking tidy again albeit with a big cubby hole in the dash at the moment.

Glass being fitted tomorrow then back to some form of normality  :smiley:

Buck, glad to hear things getting back to normal and I bet it was good to get it cleaned up again.  I fear you'll be finding minuscule fragments of glass for a while to come though, messy stuff.

Hope they have some success catching the little scroats. 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 12 February 2015, 22:31
Did they lift any good prints? Hopefully they will catch them.

Unfortunately no prints - police think they had gloves on and he said its nigh on impossible to get prints off the interior.  :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 12 February 2015, 22:45

Buck, glad to hear things getting back to normal and I bet it was good to get it cleaned up again.  I fear you'll be finding minuscule fragments of glass for a while to come though, messy stuff.

Hope they have some success catching the little scroats.

Thanks Booth. Cleaning it out was like therapy!  I don't mind a few hoovering sessions as I keep finding glass fragments. My worry is some bits of glass left in the door after the glass is replaced. (Fingers crossed that the window guy is good at hoovering :))
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 12 February 2015, 22:52
Do you mean glass down in the window cavity in the door?  Don't want new glass getting scratched every time you open/close window.  You need something like a air line down there to blast it out, or a fine suction tube. Surely glass guy will come well equipped  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 12 February 2015, 23:58
Do you mean glass down in the window cavity in the door?  Don't want new glass getting scratched every time you open/close window.  You need something like a air line down there to blast it out, or a fine suction tube. Surely glass guy will come well equipped  :smiley:

I'm hoping he has all the gear too!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 13 February 2015, 13:55
He will use his hoover :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 13 February 2015, 21:47
Cars now nice and clean! However a full set of discs and pads will be needed v shortly. Can anyone tell me how much I should be paying?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 14 February 2015, 14:14
Gave it a really good clean in and out.  Probably the dirtiest it's ever been inside, thanks to lots of site visits with colleagues who stick their muddy feet all over the place  :angry:

Nice and tidy now.  Also checked oil and coolant, topped up screen wash and air in tyres ready for a trip up north.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 14 February 2015, 16:40
Gave it a really good clean in and out.  Probably the dirtiest it's ever been inside, thanks to lots of site visits with colleagues who stick their muddy feet all over the place  :angry:

Nice and tidy now.  Also checked oil and coolant, topped up screen wash and air in tyres ready for a trip up north.

weather up here is pants so the cars going to get manky again :whistle:  give mine the exact same treatment today.

Snowfoam
wash
dry
detailing spray

Leather treatment (spray)
hoover
Top up of oil
top up of windscreen washer
Tyre gloss
inside glass cleaner

Jobs a good un!   :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 14 February 2015, 18:40
Gave it a really good clean in and out.  Probably the dirtiest it's ever been inside, thanks to lots of site visits with colleagues who stick their muddy feet all over the place  :angry:

Nice and tidy now.  Also checked oil and coolant, topped up screen wash and air in tyres ready for a trip up north.

weather up here is pants so the cars going to get manky again :whistle:  give mine the exact same treatment today.

Thanks for pointing that out chris  :tongue: :laugh:  It'll be manky again after 4 hours on the motorway tommorow, no doubt.  Plus I'll have to chisel the Pennines off it in a week's time.  Still at least it looks to be warmer up there than down here.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 14 February 2015, 20:51
First MOT after buying it 12 months ago, Where has that time gone?!?

Passed with no advisories and only did 6039 miles last year  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 23 February 2015, 15:32
Took it in for service, and a few warranty jobs......... :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 26 February 2015, 13:40
Nothing to the mk6, but discovered where my previous mk5 gti now resides.

My partner went to a local-ish farm this morning to price up a job.  Low and behold, there was my old mk5 parked up.  Turns out it was bought by lady of the farm just after I traded it in, she’s apparently into her cars.  I'm told it looked very dirty  :grin: 

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 26 February 2015, 19:20
Decided to sell the bloody thing, VW customer service made my blood boil.  :angry:

So dont wanna be in a Golf, or any VW for that matter  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 26 February 2015, 19:26
Decided to sell the bloody thing, VW customer service made my blood boil.  :angry:

So dont wanna be in a Golf, or any VW for that matter  :whistle:

Uh oh, what happened?  Did they refuse to carry out the list of 'warranty' jobs?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 26 February 2015, 19:28
just one, but if thats the attitude they wanna take then fcuk em,  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 26 February 2015, 20:10
just one, but if thats the attitude they wanna take then fcuk em,  :wink:

I felt like that when they refused to replace my central aircon vent after a piece of trim fell off it.  £126 quids worth but you'd think I was asking for the moon to be gold plated.  And this was after buying 2 gti's off them and never once claiming any previous warranty work on either of them.  In the end I picked up a second hand unit for less than a fiver on eBay and used the bit of trim from that. 

Needless to say they didn't get my recent order for the mk7 R  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 26 February 2015, 21:47
Ragged the sh*t out of it!  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: J400uk on 27 February 2015, 17:56
Full tank of diesel, managed under 10p a mile this week. Not bad considering I don't drive with economy in mind whatsoever  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 28 February 2015, 17:57
Booked it in for a weeks holiday at an airport car park while I go skiing for a week, I hope it doesn't mind being out of the garage to much! but for £26 you couldn't get a GTI to the airport and back for that price...

Next time I'm buying winter tyres and chains and having the fun driving it there laden with ski gear!!  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 01 March 2015, 21:58
Fitted my bluetooth module and microphone at last! Got it coded and paired etc but cant answer incoming calls  :undecided: :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 March 2015, 18:13
Parked it in works car park and returned to find it had a VW buddy, an old Scirocco.

(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8579/16074068964_a8989b0fd6_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qupNG5)image (https://flic.kr/p/qupNG5) by rclbooth (https://www.flickr.com/people/100316034@N05/), on Flickr

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 02 March 2015, 18:47
Nice pic Booth! I saw 2 old Scirrocco's last night in Bolton playing with each other lol!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 March 2015, 21:15
Nice pic Booth! I saw 2 old Scirrocco's last night in Bolton playing with each other lol!

Don't see many of them round my way.  Think this one had been playing too as it had a big dent in the rear wing.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 07 March 2015, 13:33
been up to "juicy detailing" in durham (north east england) to get some of the following :

1) dodo juice purple haze soft wax
2) dodo juice lime prime polish
3) bilt hamber clay
4) a dc electric polisher
5) reload carpro silica spray
6) top up of some snow foam


might do so before and after shots. nothing getting done today as weather is pits! hopefulyl tomorrow a dry warm day (no wind) may see these all in use!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Would also say the guys up at the unit "juicy detailing" are great. more than enough time for you to explain all sorts!

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 07 March 2015, 16:43
been up to "juicy detailing" in durham (north east england) to get some of the following :

1) dodo juice purple haze soft wax
2) dodo juice lime prime polish
3) bilt hamber clay
4) a dc electric polisher
5) reload carpro silica spray
6) top up of some snow foam

might do so before and after shots. nothing getting done today as weather is pits! hopefulyl tomorrow a dry warm day (no wind) may see these all in use!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Would also say the guys up at the unit "juicy detailing" are great. more than enough time for you to explain all sorts!

Nice selection  :cool:  Sounds like you're gonna be busy.  Be nice to see some before/after pics  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 07 March 2015, 17:22
been up to "juicy detailing" in durham (north east england) to get some of the following :

1) dodo juice purple haze soft wax
2) dodo juice lime prime polish
3) bilt hamber clay
4) a dc electric polisher
5) reload carpro silica spray
6) top up of some snow foam

might do so before and after shots. nothing getting done today as weather is pits! hopefulyl tomorrow a dry warm day (no wind) may see these all in use!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Would also say the guys up at the unit "juicy detailing" are great. more than enough time for you to explain all sorts!

Nice selection  :cool:  Sounds like you're gonna be busy.  Be nice to see some before/after pics  :smiley:

hopefully!!  :laugh:   been itching for the wind to die down to do it today. just wanna see if the electric unit is much cop!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 08 March 2015, 18:22
Driven it for the first time in a week, after its been sat in an airport carpark, got in and started first time, not the same for the ST that was parked next to me who's car had been left the same amount of time as mine and had to wait to have his car jumped.

Pulled away and instantly remembered why I bought it, that engine noise  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 March 2015, 19:03
Driven it for the first time in a week, after its been sat in an airport carpark, got in and started first time, not the same for the ST that was parked next to me who's car had been left the same amount of time as mine and had to wait to have his car jumped.

Pulled away and instantly remembered why I bought it, that engine noise  :whistle:

It's reassuring when you turn the key and it fires up first time after being sat in a car park for a while.  Shame for the ST driver though  :whistle:

Hope it was as you left it, no marks, dings etc.  Whenever I leave mine at the airport, I dread coming back to find damage or bird sh!t all over it etching into the paintwork, but so far all ok.  Has always started without issue too. 

Hope the skiing was good.  Nice to have a break, makes you appreciate the car when you get back in the driver's seat  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 09 March 2015, 13:16
Pulled away and instantly remembered why I bought it, that engine noise  :whistle:

What engine noise?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 10 March 2015, 19:17
Pulled away and instantly remembered why I bought it, that engine noise  :whistle:

What engine noise?

Well more exhaust note then haha
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 12 March 2015, 16:39
got it back RATTLE free  :cool: so even treated it to a quick clean  :shocked: :shocked: :shocked: :shocked: :shocked: :lipsrsealed:

(http://i427.photobucket.com/albums/pp359/chuffs69/golf%206%20clean.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 12 March 2015, 18:40
Had the air con serviced and recharged for a bargain £19, ready for summer.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: golfhappy on 12 March 2015, 22:11
Washed and "detailed" mine today. The leather got a clean and then fed. Hoovered out the inside. Stuck the sponge between the spokes on the golf r replicas even had the sponge through to the backside of the alloy...only did half of one, just like too much hard work!
where the rear screen even meets the hatch had a cloth in the little gap. Algae had taken hold at the top of the hatch hinges  :smiley:
This is because it goes to get a full set of brakes and a fluid change tomorrow. I'll get the air con top up when the service and MOT's due.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 13 March 2015, 19:38
been up to "juicy detailing" in durham (north east england) to get some of the following :

1) dodo juice purple haze soft wax
2) dodo juice lime prime polish
3) bilt hamber clay
4) a dc electric polisher
5) reload carpro silica spray
6) top up of some snow foam


might do so before and after shots. nothing getting done today as weather is pits! hopefulyl tomorrow a dry warm day (no wind) may see these all in use!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Would also say the guys up at the unit "juicy detailing" are great. more than enough time for you to explain all sorts!
You were in my neck of the woods. Im only about a mile away from Andrews place.

Today i booked mine in for an MOT. I took the day off to detail it but the weather decided it was still winter time and snowed!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 13 March 2015, 20:45
Fitted my red footwell lights after getting the option enabled on the MFD  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 March 2015, 22:14
Fitted my red footwell lights after getting the option enabled on the MFD  :cool:

Hey, you finally got your red footwells, hope you like them  :smiley:

Get anything else enabled with vcds?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 14 March 2015, 12:39
Took me a while but finally fitted them! I installed LED's at first but you can't adjust the brightness so swapped them for standard red lamps!

Had a few little things done with VCDS, alarm chirp, bluetooth, footwell lights, large speedo display and tear drop rear washer
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 14 March 2015, 13:33
Took me a while but finally fitted them! I installed LED's at first but you can't adjust the brightness so swapped them for standard red lamps!

Had a few little things done with VCDS, alarm chirp, bluetooth, footwell lights, large speedo display and tear drop rear washer

That's weird, the brightness adjustment on mine works with LEDs.  Don't suppose it matters as red tinted bulbs give same end result anyway.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 14 March 2015, 14:06
Took me a while but finally fitted them! I installed LED's at first but you can't adjust the brightness so swapped them for standard red lamps!

Had a few little things done with VCDS, alarm chirp, bluetooth, footwell lights, large speedo display and tear drop rear washer

That's weird, the brightness adjustment on mine works with LEDs.  Don't suppose it matters as red tinted bulbs give same end result anyway.

Not all LED's can be dimmed they are either on or off
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 14 March 2015, 14:19
Took me a while but finally fitted them! I installed LED's at first but you can't adjust the brightness so swapped them for standard red lamps!

Had a few little things done with VCDS, alarm chirp, bluetooth, footwell lights, large speedo display and tear drop rear washer

That's weird, the brightness adjustment on mine works with LEDs.  Don't suppose it matters as red tinted bulbs give same end result anyway.

i put white leds in my footwells and can adjust the brightness also!  think i have mine turned right up also  :rolleyes:


been up to "juicy detailing" in durham (north east england) to get some of the following :

1) dodo juice purple haze soft wax
2) dodo juice lime prime polish
3) bilt hamber clay
4) a dc electric polisher
5) reload carpro silica spray
6) top up of some snow foam


might do so before and after shots. nothing getting done today as weather is pits! hopefulyl tomorrow a dry warm day (no wind) may see these all in use!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Would also say the guys up at the unit "juicy detailing" are great. more than enough time for you to explain all sorts!
You were in my neck of the woods. Im only about a mile away from Andrews place.

Today i booked mine in for an MOT. I took the day off to detail it but the weather decided it was still winter time and snowed!

aye? some lovely roads up that way! i get up around twice a year to stock up on the snow foam and other stuff. this time was a expensive trip  :grin:   Last week i got the whole car machine polished and then waxed. looked good. this week washed it and put the reload carpro silica spray. up to now feels like glass the paintwork! but very tough to rub in and buff off. see what its like when rain gets on it ey!   mot'd mine other week to up scotswood. £49  :shocked: :shocked: :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 14 March 2015, 16:19

Not all LED's can be dimmed they are either on or off

Never thought to check that when I ordered mine off ebay, tried two different types as well and both dimmed.  Must have struck lucky.

i put white leds in my footwells and can adjust the brightness also!  think i have mine turned right up also  :rolleyes:

Haha, I'm surprised they don't blind you at night!  I tried mine at various brightness settings and settled on 30%.  At anything over 70% it was too distracting, and with them being red, the inside looked like a seedy mobile disco  :rolleyes:

Last week i got the whole car machine polished and then waxed. looked good. this week washed it and put the reload carpro silica spray. up to now feels like glass the paintwork! but very tough to rub in and buff off. see what its like when rain gets on it ey! 

...and where are the pictures  :whistle:  :wink:

The carpro reload is similar to the dodo juice red mist spray I sometimes use.  If it's any consolation that's also a pig to apply and buff off, does look good though but I hardly ever use it cos it's too much effort.  Think it's the same with most of these sealant sprays  :undecided:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 14 March 2015, 17:05
A nice fresh set of Goodyear Eagle F1's on the front of the old motor. £108 each fitted. The old tyres weren't quite on the limit marker, but wow what a difference!

Tyre bloke said I could have had Conti's for a couple quid less. Or Michelins for a couple quid more, but with £30 cashback. Was tempted by the Michelins, but didn't want different tyres on front and rear.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 15 March 2015, 17:02
Took me a while but finally fitted them! I installed LED's at first but you can't adjust the brightness so swapped them for standard red lamps!

Had a few little things done with VCDS, alarm chirp, bluetooth, footwell lights, large speedo display and tear drop rear washer

That's weird, the brightness adjustment on mine works with LEDs.  Don't suppose it matters as red tinted bulbs give same end result anyway.

The brightness worked on my LED upgrade, but I found after a while of having them on 50% that they started to flicker, so I either have them on or off....
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 15 March 2015, 17:09
Made the mistake of going away for the weekend, and not driving, so coming back down the M6 in a Punto I was nursing a hangover and pining over all the cars coming out of Ultimate dubs.  :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: golfhappy on 17 March 2015, 17:07
Bought this for the short commutes. MG TF  It'll prolong the life of my DPF filter  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 18 March 2015, 18:32
Off to a Ridgeway VW vip event on Friday to drool over the new Gti's. Shame I dot actually have any money to buy one!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 18 March 2015, 21:06
Off to a Ridgeway VW vip event on Friday to drool over the new Gti's. Shame I dot actually have any money to buy one!

Ooh, that's a dangerous move  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 19 March 2015, 08:19
Off to a Ridgeway VW vip event on Friday to drool over the new Gti's. Shame I dot actually have any money to buy one!

So people do actually go to these events. I thought all of the invites would end up in the bin.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: phil1975 on 19 March 2015, 09:14
Funny how your a vip when buying a car  :wink:

and then the rest of the time your a nuisance.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 19 March 2015, 09:18
 :laugh: :laugh:
Funny how your a vip when buying a car  :wink:

and then the rest of the time your a nuisance.
  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 19 March 2015, 12:59
Funny how your a vip when buying a car  :wink:

and then the rest of the time your a nuisance.

Haha, true.  I take great satisfaction in shredding the invite  :grin:

I've yet to attend a VIP event.  Don't hold your breath  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 19 March 2015, 16:58
Took it to the dealers for its service and MOT.
Still prefer the looks of the mk6 GTI to the mk7 GTIs parked near it.
Sat in the mk7 R and told myself its not for me. I am glad it was a white one not a blue one. I do like those 19s though.
Actually prefer the polos looks.
Went round 9 local dealers looking at cars to replace a family members ibiza and to see what else out there i liked while mine was in. I liked the sepang blue R8 but was disappointed by all the rest.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 19 March 2015, 21:17
Funny how your a vip when buying a car  :wink:

and then the rest of the time your a nuisance.

Ha ha, so true!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 19 March 2015, 21:18
Funny how your a vip when buying a car  :wink:

and then the rest of the time your a nuisance.

Haha, true.  I take great satisfaction in shredding the invite  :grin:

I've yet to attend a VIP event.  Don't hold your breath  :wink:

I bought my current car at a vip event. Got a pretty Gd deal!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 19 March 2015, 21:53
Funny how your a vip when buying a car  :wink:

and then the rest of the time your a nuisance.

Haha, true.  I take great satisfaction in shredding the invite  :grin:

I've yet to attend a VIP event.  Don't hold your breath  :wink:

I bought my current car at a vip event. Got a pretty Gd deal!

I guess it works for some  :smiley:

I'm afraid I can't tolerate the blatant schmoozing to part you from your cash, then a few months down the line they are refusing to cough up £136 for a bit of plastic under warranty.  I'm still bitter and twisted about airconventgate  :grin:

They can take someone else's money.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 19 March 2015, 22:50
I bought my Mk5 R32 at a VIP event, it was nearly 4 months old, lots of extras I think book price was around £34k I ended up buying it after weeks of haggling for £17k :grin: :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 20 March 2015, 21:52
Sorted my Bluetooth out :smiley:

Also fitted interior LED's  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 March 2015, 21:57
Sorted my Bluetooth out :smiley:

Also fitted interior LED's  :cool:

Glad your Bluetooth all sorted after all that effort.  Interior LED mod is small but makes a big difference imo  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 21 March 2015, 11:16
Took it to the dealers for its service and MOT.
Still prefer the looks of the mk6 GTI to the mk7 GTIs parked near it.
Sat in the mk7 R and told myself its not for me. I am glad it was a white one not a blue one. I do like those 19s though.
Actually prefer the polos looks.
Went round 9 local dealers looking at cars to replace a family members ibiza and to see what else out there i liked while mine was in. I liked the sepang blue R8 but was disappointed by all the rest.

scotswood road yeah?
Mines been in. dont suppose yours is a red mk6? seen a red one 09 plate parked up. the white r inside was nice!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 21 March 2015, 13:25
Took it to the dealers for its service and MOT.
Still prefer the looks of the mk6 GTI to the mk7 GTIs parked near it.
Sat in the mk7 R and told myself its not for me. I am glad it was a white one not a blue one. I do like those 19s though.
Actually prefer the polos looks.
Went round 9 local dealers looking at cars to replace a family members ibiza and to see what else out there i liked while mine was in. I liked the sepang blue R8 but was disappointed by all the rest.

scotswood road yeah?
Mines been in. dont suppose yours is a red mk6? seen a red one 09 plate parked up. the white r inside was nice!
Yes Scotswoodroad, mines a Shadow blue 5 door.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: J400uk on 21 March 2015, 15:11
Finally managed to enable TPMS on VCDS, only 6 months after I first tried  :grin:

Seems been a 2011 car an extra setting was required in the instrument cluster coding...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 21 March 2015, 16:33
Took it to the dealers for its service and MOT.
Still prefer the looks of the mk6 GTI to the mk7 GTIs parked near it.
Sat in the mk7 R and told myself its not for me. I am glad it was a white one not a blue one. I do like those 19s though.
Actually prefer the polos looks.
Went round 9 local dealers looking at cars to replace a family members ibiza and to see what else out there i liked while mine was in. I liked the sepang blue R8 but was disappointed by all the rest.

scotswood road yeah?
Mines been in. dont suppose yours is a red mk6? seen a red one 09 plate parked up. the white r inside was nice!
Yes Scotswoodroad, mines a Shadow blue 5 door.

I have a v interesting story to tell the forum about scotswood (benfield) but will wait to see what there answer to the problem is first before exploding it over the internet!  :rolleyes: :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AntGTD on 21 March 2015, 20:16
I bought a RNS315 DAB head unit a couple of months ago for £200 as the seller had broken the Fakra DAB male plug on the back of the head unit.

(http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x211/degudodger/2011%20Golf%20GTD/A5E16C99-2936-4B85-BA2D-62AF44730A9D_zpshiplaakh.jpg)

Today i received a Fakra Universal Male RG58 Code Z Connector and pulled it apart. I only need the blue and white parts :)
(http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x211/degudodger/ebay/D66A0963-1A9C-480A-A218-BAFAB55DD297_zpsqebn6vnr.jpg)

Also bought some Power folding door mirrors and controllers :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: andygo on 21 March 2015, 22:56
And.....?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 22 March 2015, 15:31
Having decided I couldn't be arsed to wash it today, came outside to find the local pigeons had crapped all over it  :angry:  Still can't be bothered to clean it, though I've got the bird muck off.  Have been willing it it to rain all day (which of course it hasn't) so I would have an excuse not to do it  :rolleyes:

Then took it out and caught the wheel on a high kerb parking up in an unfamiliar location.  Already marked, but still hate that stomach churning sound of grinding metal!

Should've stayed in bed today  :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MartinrobGTi on 22 March 2015, 15:38
Gave the car a good clean seeing as the weather's nice! Snow foamed first
(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f62/martinrob02056/D4249A12-4B17-443C-B99C-D75C1E3919F3_zpsgo9bctug.jpg) (http://s45.photobucket.com/user/martinrob02056/media/D4249A12-4B17-443C-B99C-D75C1E3919F3_zpsgo9bctug.jpg.html)

And finished product :)
(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f62/martinrob02056/Mobile%20Uploads/E7DC3EA7-8C54-4141-AFA8-7438A61248E0_zpsdf9sjdev.jpg) (http://s45.photobucket.com/user/martinrob02056/media/Mobile%20Uploads/E7DC3EA7-8C54-4141-AFA8-7438A61248E0_zpsdf9sjdev.jpg.html)

(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f62/martinrob02056/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-01/4B33A042-901D-4A7F-9F37-37DA3B276EE8_zpsuzy2bknh.jpg) (http://s45.photobucket.com/user/martinrob02056/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-01/4B33A042-901D-4A7F-9F37-37DA3B276EE8_zpsuzy2bknh.jpg.html)

Getting the rear diffuser done in gloss black next week, and colour coding the front lower bumper strip :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: C3PO on 22 March 2015, 16:25
Having decided I couldn't be arsed to wash it today, came outside to find the local pigeons had crapped all over it  :angry:  Still can't be bothered to clean it, though I've got the bird muck off.  Have been willing it it to rain all day (which of course it hasn't) so I would have an excuse not to do it  :rolleyes:

Then took it out and caught the wheel on a high kerb parking up in an unfamiliar location.  Already marked, but still hate that stomach churning sound of grinding metal!

Should've stayed in bed today  :undecided:

Ah gutted for you. I did the same on my Mark 6, entered a car park a bit too quickly, and caught the rim/tyre on the curb, causing damage to the rim and tyre. Does make your stomach turn :undecided:

As for washing, purchased a K4 ecologic pressure washer, so I gave the new car a good clean. Just need to get a decent lance and snow foam ( waiting for clean your car to renew their stock).
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 22 March 2015, 17:22
Having decided I couldn't be arsed to wash it today, came outside to find the local pigeons had crapped all over it  :angry:  Still can't be bothered to clean it, though I've got the bird muck off.  Have been willing it it to rain all day (which of course it hasn't) so I would have an excuse not to do it  :rolleyes:

Then took it out and caught the wheel on a high kerb parking up in an unfamiliar location.  Already marked, but still hate that stomach churning sound of grinding metal!

Should've stayed in bed today  :undecided:
Bad news booth but it was all ready marked so not the end of the world it will repair  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 22 March 2015, 18:08
And finished product :)
(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f62/martinrob02056/Mobile%20Uploads/E7DC3EA7-8C54-4141-AFA8-7438A61248E0_zpsdf9sjdev.jpg) (http://s45.photobucket.com/user/martinrob02056/media/Mobile%20Uploads/E7DC3EA7-8C54-4141-AFA8-7438A61248E0_zpsdf9sjdev.jpg.html)

(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f62/martinrob02056/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-01/4B33A042-901D-4A7F-9F37-37DA3B276EE8_zpsuzy2bknh.jpg) (http://s45.photobucket.com/user/martinrob02056/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-01/4B33A042-901D-4A7F-9F37-37DA3B276EE8_zpsuzy2bknh.jpg.html)

Getting the rear diffuser done in gloss black next week, and colour coding the front lower bumper strip :)

Looks great  :cool:  Good call on the gloss black diffuser and front lip.  Gloss black mirrors too?  Love that combo on white.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 22 March 2015, 18:16
Ah gutted for you. I did the same on my Mark 6, entered a car park a bit too quickly, and caught the rim/tyre on the curb, causing damage to the rim and tyre. Does make your stomach turn :undecided:

As for washing, purchased a K4 ecologic pressure washer, so I gave the new car a good clean. Just need to get a decent lance and snow foam ( waiting for clean your car to renew their stock).

Bad news booth but it was all ready marked so not the end of the world it will repair  :wink:

It happens, but I've had enough of diamond cut alloys.  All of them need refurbing now  :cry: 

Diamond cuts + conti 5s (zero rim protection) + driven daily + woman driver = KERBED RIMS.  :embarrassed:

I hope I fare better with Pretorias.  I'm gonna be parking in the middle of the road, miles from any kerb  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 22 March 2015, 19:12
took it to show it its possible replacement  :grin: :laugh:

bet the cnut breaks down on me now  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 22 March 2015, 21:08
took it to show it its possible replacement  :grin: :laugh:

bet the cnut breaks down on me now  :whistle:

Haha, they know when you're going to chop them in  :laugh:

Hence my wheel kerbing trauma today, it knows about the R.  Car karma!   :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MartinrobGTi on 22 March 2015, 21:11
And finished product :)
(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f62/martinrob02056/Mobile%20Uploads/E7DC3EA7-8C54-4141-AFA8-7438A61248E0_zpsdf9sjdev.jpg) (http://s45.photobucket.com/user/martinrob02056/media/Mobile%20Uploads/E7DC3EA7-8C54-4141-AFA8-7438A61248E0_zpsdf9sjdev.jpg.html)

(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f62/martinrob02056/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-01/4B33A042-901D-4A7F-9F37-37DA3B276EE8_zpsuzy2bknh.jpg) (http://s45.photobucket.com/user/martinrob02056/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-01/4B33A042-901D-4A7F-9F37-37DA3B276EE8_zpsuzy2bknh.jpg.html)

Getting the rear diffuser done in gloss black next week, and colour coding the front lower bumper strip :)

Looks great  :cool:  Good call on the gloss black diffuser and front lip.  Gloss black mirrors too?  Love that combo on white.

Hmm that's a good call, got me thinking now of doing that aswell, anyone got a picture of one that's already been done? On a white golf?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 22 March 2015, 21:23
(http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx263/rgaddas/5a848889e8cd71bf3f01a5d1e295ba05_zps746f61c7.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 22 March 2015, 21:28
^^
:cool: 

Especially on a car with Monza Shadows :wink:

....and the lower front grill surround colour coded as above  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 23 March 2015, 09:30
Been reunited with my car after 2 months away with work, feels so good to be driving my GTI again!!!!  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 23 March 2015, 14:05
Been reunited with my car after 2 months away with work, feels so good to be driving my GTI again!!!!  :laugh:

Must be like getting a new car again  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 23 March 2015, 14:49
Someone etched "Clean Me" into my bootlid!!!!!!!!! Fuming.
Thankfully, over the weekend my uncle helped me wet sand and machine polish it out and finished with some GTechniq. Now I have a mirrored boot lid and the rest of the car swirled lol

Also.................3 of my wheels have developed whiteworm over the winter. I popped down to my VW but unfortunately my cars past the 3 year warranty for replacement..this may call for a new set of wheels. BBS CH-R I reckon

I've also got some new tyres recently. Got myself some Goodyear F1 A2's. Amazing set of tyres, probably the best purchase for my car i've made
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 23 March 2015, 16:22
Someone etched "Clean Me" into my bootlid!!!!!!!!! Fuming.
Thankfully, over the weekend my uncle helped me wet sand and machine polish it out and finished with some GTechniq. Now I have a mirrored boot lid and the rest of the car swirled lol

Also.................3 of my wheels have developed whiteworm over the winter. I popped down to my VW but unfortunately my cars past the 3 year warranty for replacement..this may call for a new set of wheels. BBS CH-R I reckon

I've also got some new tyres recently. Got myself some Goodyear F1 A2's. Amazing set of tyres, probably the best purchase for my car i've made

That's awful mate.  When I first read it I thought you meant they's just written it in the dirt, but to have actually scratched it on!!  Well now you've polished that bit, you'll have to do the rest to match  :laugh:

At least you've got some nice new tyres to help you over your rage.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 23 March 2015, 16:36
Must be like getting a new car again  :smiley:

It is Rebecca :) especially after driving an automatic Ford transit minibus and an Isuzu pickup for that time away  :sick:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AntGTD on 25 March 2015, 21:10
Power folding mirrors and controllers arrived today  :grin:

(http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x211/degudodger/2011%20Golf%20GTD/IMG_3443_zpsih3yb0jp.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 25 March 2015, 23:34
though about selling it and getting a MK2 or Mk3 focus ST. Getting board of my golf  :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 26 March 2015, 10:22
though about selling it and getting a MK2 or Mk3 focus ST. Getting board of my golf  :sad:

Would you consider swapping your GTI for my GTD to trade in then? :P
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 26 March 2015, 21:03
though about selling it and getting a MK2 or Mk3 focus ST. Getting board of my golf  :sad:

Would you consider swapping your GTI for my GTD to trade in then? :P

Ha ha ha.....I have never owned a diesel and i dont plan to any time soon.......sorry mate  :tongue:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 27 March 2015, 14:16
though about selling it and getting a MK2 or Mk3 focus ST. Getting board of my golf  :sad:

Would you consider swapping your GTI for my GTD to trade in then? :P

Ha ha ha.....I have never owned a diesel and i dont plan to any time soon.......sorry mate  :tongue:

Was hopeful! Worth a try
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JIMMYBRODIE on 28 March 2015, 14:13
ANTGTD please let me know how easy they are to fit? Thanks
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AntGTD on 29 March 2015, 10:05
ANTGTD please let me know how easy they are to fit? Thanks

Will do. THINK i have also found the correct controller to enable folding off the remote when you lock the car but i'm just waiting on confirmation from somebody who has already done the mod.

With regards to fitting the mirrors it really shouldn't take that long as for all intense and purposes it is a case of unplug the old and plug in the new. :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 29 March 2015, 10:59
With regards to fitting the mirrors it really shouldn't take that long as for all intense and purposes it is a case of unplug the old and plug in the new. :)

You will need to take the door card of as the mirrors plug into door module near the middle of the door.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AntGTD on 29 March 2015, 11:10
With regards to fitting the mirrors it really shouldn't take that long as for all intense and purposes it is a case of unplug the old and plug in the new. :)

You will need to take the door card of as the mirrors plug into door module near the middle of the door.

Obviously  :grin:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AntGTD on 29 March 2015, 11:14
(Yesterday)
Picked up some stuff from my local Skoda garage which i use for parts as they give a small yet decent discount.
(http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x211/degudodger/2011%20Golf%20GTD/IMG_3455_zpsjs51gf6k.jpg)

Puddle lights to fit along with power folding mirrors (when the bloody weather improves!) new folding mirror switch with chrome tip and from eBay a new controller which will give me folding mirror off the remote. Well i think if i have done my research correctly  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 29 March 2015, 19:11
Took my mates mk7 r out today and can say I was very impressed with it, even though I don't thinks as fast as my mk6, but I love the sure footedness of it even if it did come with the dreaded bridgestones on it!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 29 March 2015, 20:51
Ant GTD what controller do you need for the mirrors to fold off the remote and where is it located?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hurdy on 29 March 2015, 22:18
Had the car prepped for some punishment at Spa and the Nurburgring.....

Uprated rotors to 2 piece AP racing, Project Mu race pads, 5 mm spacers and longer bolts.
Also had the Haldex service, DSG service, engine oil change, climate control removed, drain and refill engine coolant, cambelt and water pump changed, quite a few bits of pipework heat-shielded, some electrical wiring re-routed. Car now runs like a new pin.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: h10_vwg on 30 March 2015, 15:33
is anyone selling xenon projector headlamp for a mk6 gti?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 30 March 2015, 15:39
Well a year after having them refurbished, the whiteworm is back on one of my Monzas! This is after I have sealed them with Gtechniq C5 every six months and topped that up with fk1000p monthly.
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7621/16792611399_e359958b5c_b.jpg)

Never want diamond cut again, seems to be the most popular wheel finish on new cars now though!!! I really want a set of genuine Watkins Glen, anyone know where I can get a cheap set?  :tongue: VW want £545 +VAT each!!!! :laugh:

Nevertheless I'm loving being back in the car after two months away from it. Plus my spare engine cover turned up while I was away so I have that to play with. Part sent away to aquagraphix and the other bit I'm currently having some fun with:
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8701/16771435807_6fb8b68e59_b.jpg)
 :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 March 2015, 15:58
That's a bit of a bummer Dan  :sad:

I've been lucky enough never to have had whiteworm bit I'm with you on diamond cuts.  My love affiar with them is well and truly over.  Really looking forward to not having them on the next car.  Even if you manage to avoid whiteworm, they are very easily scratched (kerbing aside), even being very careful.  Anyway they are everywhere now and I think VW current crop of diamond cut alloys look cheap and nasty.  Bring on the Pretorias  :laugh:

Anyway at least you've got your engine covers to cheer you up.  Post some pics up when you've got them installed.  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 30 March 2015, 16:03
Before I px my gti  :sad: It had had two monzas replaced due to white worm and the car wasn't 2 years old and had only done 9000 miles. I like the look but not the corrosion  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 30 March 2015, 16:10
Yeah I think the Monzas are a great looking wheel but I'm with you that the current range just doesn't look good, Cadiz especially! Hope the trend ends soon, one of my pet hates with new cars now alongside electric handbrakes. Bet you will be happy with the Prets, they are a great looking wheel and no stupid fragile finish either!  I wish the previous owner of my car had replaced them under warranty too, might have had more of a chance to keep it away for longer.

I'll be sure to post some engine cover pics up when it's done. Current turnaround time at Aquagraphix is 2 -3 weeks so I'll keep you posted!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 30 March 2015, 16:19
Hope the trend ends soon, one of my pet hates with new cars now alongside electric handbrakes.

Now I love my Passat's handbrake, especially with Auto Hold. I had to drive the Golf today and apart from having too many pedals, having to use the handbrake seemed like a real chore. I had to do a hillstart and everything.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 March 2015, 16:21
Yeah I think the Monzas are a great looking wheel but I'm with you that the current range just doesn't look good, Cadiz especially! Hope the trend ends soon, one of my pet hates with new cars now alongside electric handbrakes. Bet you will be happy with the Prets, they are a great looking wheel and no stupid fragile finish either!  I wish the previous owner of my car had replaced them under warranty too, might have had more of a chance to keep it away for longer.

I'll be sure to post some engine cover pics up when it's done. Current turnaround time at Aquagraphix is 2 -3 weeks so I'll keep you posted!

Haha don't get me started on electronic handbrakes and stop/start (that's gonna be turned off  :whistle:)

I just want to drive the s0dding thing.  The wonders of modern tech eh!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 March 2015, 16:23
Hope the trend ends soon, one of my pet hates with new cars now alongside electric handbrakes.

Now I love my Passat's handbrake, especially with Auto Hold. I had to drive the Golf today and apart from having too many pedals, having to use the handbrake seemed like a real chore. I had to do a hillstart and everything.

You'll be driving it whilst wearing slippers and smoking a pipe next  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 30 March 2015, 16:25
Ok I'll admit I've only driven a manual Passat with the electric handbrake and it just didn't gel, I'd imagine it makes more sense with a DSG/auto. Though I quite fancy going manual again with the next car, I'd put up with it for a Golf R on Pretorias  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 30 March 2015, 16:41
You'll be driving it whilst wearing slippers and smoking a pipe next  :laugh:

Quite possibly as I pootled off to the caravan shop and bought a new awning yesterday.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 March 2015, 16:42
Ok I'll admit I've only driven a manual Passat with the electric handbrake and it just didn't gel, I'd imagine it makes more sense with a DSG/auto. Though I quite fancy going manual again with the next car, I'd put up with it for a Golf R on Pretorias  :wink:

I've driven a few work hire vehicles with both electronic handbrake and stop start.  The worst being a Seat Alhambra  :sick:

I know I'll get used to the handbrake in time so not too fussed about than but I loath stop start and can't see me ever growing to like it.  But I love DSG and this will be my 3rd car (golf) with it and I'don't think I would go back to a manual now. 
 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 March 2015, 16:45
You'll be driving it whilst wearing slippers and smoking a pipe next  :laugh:

Quite possibly as I pootled off to the caravan shop and bought a new awning yesterday.

Is it stripey?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 30 March 2015, 16:53
I know I'll get used to the handbrake in time so not too fussed about than but I loath stop start and can't see me ever growing to like it. 

You'll soon learn to come off the brake pedal and let the Auto Hold take over before the engine stops.

Is it stripey?

No, but it is inflatable
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 March 2015, 17:26
You'll soon learn to come off the brake pedal and let the Auto Hold take over before the engine stops.

Yes I expect I'll master it sooner rather than later. 

No, but it is inflatable

Novel.  Does it double up as an emergency life raft too, should the need arise  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 30 March 2015, 18:47
I know I'll get used to the handbrake in time so not too fussed about than but I loath stop start and can't see me ever growing to like it. 

You'll soon learn to come off the brake pedal and let the Auto Hold take over before the engine stops.

Is it stripey?

No, but it is inflatable
Too idle for poles  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 30 March 2015, 18:56
Well a year after having them refurbished, the whiteworm is back on one of my Monzas! This is after I have sealed them with Gtechniq C5 every six months and topped that up with fk1000p monthly.

Never want diamond cut again, seems to be the most popular wheel finish on new cars now though!!! I really want a set of genuine Watkins Glen, anyone know where I can get a cheap set?  :tongue: VW want £545 +VAT each!!!! :laugh:


I'm with you on diamond cut alloys Seabrook132. Great showroom appeal, but too fragile to keep on the car all year round. I had 2 of my 18" diamond cut Charleston's replaced under warranty last year because of whiteworm around the centre cap, but I've since replaced them with a set of 18" VW Rotary's in anthracite. I really like the Watkins Glen alloys, especially in anthracite, but went for the Rotary's, as they're much better value than genuine Watkins Glen; £300 each, but they were cheaper than that when I bought mine and I also negotiated a discount off the price. The Rotary's are in the 'Accessories' section of the VW website.

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I'm storing my Charleston's until I eventually sell my car, when I'll put them back on, so it'll have a set of unmarked diamond cut Charlestons at time of sale.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mustard on 30 March 2015, 19:54
Never want diamond cut again, seems to be the most popular wheel finish on new cars now though!!! I really want a set of genuine Watkins Glen, anyone know where I can get a cheap set?  VW want £545 +VAT each!!!!

There a guy on ebay who occasionally has genuine sets for sale, tuning-lifestyle, he is based in Germany, the last set he had were £1080 for 4, still expensive, but half the price of VW. I have seen some good reps for sale for less than the cost of one from VW, don't know anyone who has had them though. Was lucky to get mine at a good price and they do look right on the Mk6, IMHO.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 30 March 2015, 20:40
SRGTD: The Rotarys do look really good on your car! I've looked at them before and thought about them, but the Watkins are such a good looking wheel to my eyes and I can't forget about them. Saw that they do the Rotarys on Amazon of all places for £229 each so a set would be £916, not a bad price at all for new and genuine alloys!

mustard: Thanks for the heads up about tuning-lifestyle, might give him a message to see if he knows when he might have some Watkins available again. Over £2k a set is crazy and I'd deffo have to go for Rotarys instead but a set for around the £1k mark would be much more viable, especially with tyres too (though depends on what tyres, might have the OCD kick in to go to matching new set lol). Anyway your car looks awesome on the Watkins, i take it you're running spacers to clear the Porsche brakes? Very jealous as you've done to your car exactly what I'd love to do to mine (Watkins, NQSBBK and xenons)
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Post by: mustard on 30 March 2015, 21:30
Yes, I can get away with 3mm spacers, but prefer to use 5mm for extra peace of mind.
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Post by: seabrook132 on 30 March 2015, 21:34
Did you go spacers all round or just the front? Any more pics of your car?
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Post by: Booth11 on 30 March 2015, 23:17
(http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g325/SRGTD2011/Mobile%20Uploads/01c24717-a2ce-4d89-9945-8a0336ee3977.jpg)

SRGTD I've said it before but I'll say it again. LOVE the Rotarys.  Never get tired of seeing them, especially on grey  :cool:

@ Dan have you done a photoshopping jobbie on a pic of your car with these?  Like Watkins Glen too but these against Tornado Red could be a winner.  Side by side pics with both wheels?
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Post by: SRGTD on 31 March 2015, 00:20

SRGTD I've said it before but I'll say it again. LOVE the Rotarys.  Never get tired of seeing them, especially on grey  :cool:

@ Dan have you done a photoshopping jobbie on a pic of your car with these?  Like Watkins Glen too but these against Tornado Red could be a winner.  Side by side pics with both wheels?

Thanks Rebecca. I think they'd look good on a Tornado Red GTI too. They'd also look good on a DBP mk7 R, if you tire of the Petoria's, even though they are 18". :cool:
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Post by: Booth11 on 31 March 2015, 07:45
Thanks Rebecca. I think they'd look good on a Tornado Red GTI too. They'd also look good on a DBP mk7 R, if you tire of the Petoria's, even though they are 18". :cool:

Funny you should say that.  I'd actually prefer 18s on my R but I'm really not keen on the Cadiz, and don't want diamond cuts anymore, so 19" Pretorias it is.  Fortunately I like them a lot, just wish they'd had them as an 18" option, but you can't have it all  :rolleyes:

Rotarys on the R at some point?  Mmmm, don't tempt me, I've think spent enough on the car already  :whistle:  But if I do tire and fancy a change they'd be very high up on the list.
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Post by: seabrook132 on 31 March 2015, 09:43
Ok here's a 'photoshop jobbie'  :wink:

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7635/16986413661_b5e89dcb6f_b.jpg)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7653/16799863640_c5fc3f6da2_b.jpg)

They're both great looking wheels but I still prefer Watkins. They have a slightly more OEM look to me and I like the way they're sort of an update to the Montreal wheels from a mk4 GTI.

What do you guys think?  :smiley:
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Post by: charlie on 31 March 2015, 09:58
To be fair both look good. For me it would probably come down to cost so whichever comes in the cheapest wins  :smiley:
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Post by: dubber36 on 31 March 2015, 10:58
Rotarys for me. I think they work especially well with Tornado Red.
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Post by: Booth11 on 31 March 2015, 11:22
Nice photoshopping Dan, knew it wouldn't take you long to come up with the goods  :wink:  :smiley:

Both look good but Rotary's for me too.  The colour looks fantastic with TR.  They tie in really well with the tinted glass and bring the whole car together if you know what I mean.  Gives the car a bit more presence and purpose.  :cool:
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Post by: Snooze on 31 March 2015, 18:27
Go for the rotarys of you're going to lower it, Watkins if you're not. Either way please ditch those mudflaps. They look gash! :sick:
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Post by: SRGTD on 31 March 2015, 19:17
Got to be the Rotary's Dan, but then, I'm somewhat biased, as I've got them!  :grin: They look great with Tornado Red.
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Post by: seabrook132 on 31 March 2015, 21:04
A lot of love for the Rotarys! Haha I must be the only person who prefers the Watkins lol

Either way please ditch those mudflaps. They look gash! :sick:

I don't mind the mudflaps  :lipsrsealed:, I agree the car would look better without them but the state of the roads I drive has meant I've kept them on
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Post by: Snooze on 31 March 2015, 21:46
Fair enough!
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Post by: Booth11 on 31 March 2015, 23:13
Go for the rotarys of you're going to lower it, Watkins if you're not. Either way please ditch those mudflaps. They look gash! :sick:

Psst, I don't like mud flaps either but think you can just about get away with them on a red or white car.  On all other colours they do look  :sick:  ETTO
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Post by: VWhitehawk on 02 April 2015, 21:07
I know where you are coming from with the mud flaps, I have a white GTI and only have them on the front, another family member has a silver GTD and has fitted front and rear and they look wrong on the back, plus they catch the kerbs if he goes down an un-dropped kerb.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AntGTD on 04 April 2015, 09:13
Dropped the Golf off at Peter Cooper VW for a Aircon service and regas. Not bad for £49.99  :smiley:
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Post by: Booth11 on 04 April 2015, 13:06
Nothing, because it won't stop bloody raining  :angry:  Car is minging  :cry:

Dropped the Golf off at Peter Cooper VW for a Aircon service and regas. Not bad for £49.99  :smiley:

That's a good price.
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Post by: AntGTD on 04 April 2015, 14:24
I've found Peter Cooper to be, once prompted, fairly competitive. :)
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Post by: Peter W on 04 April 2015, 21:37
Driven down to Rebecca's world, wow forgot how poor the road surfaces are round here.
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Post by: Booth11 on 04 April 2015, 22:23
Driven down to Rebecca's world, wow forgot how poor the road surfaces are round here.

Sunny Beltinge? 

You're right, the roads around here are crap Peter.   You have to weave side to side on every journery to avoid the damned potholes.  Worse still, virtually every manhole cover is surrounded by deep trench, truly bone shaking if you have the misfortune to drive over one in an absent minded moment.  Highways are carrying out a programme of ineffectual repairs that last but a few weeks tops.

What possessed me to spec 19" wheels on my R??  Vanity won over practicality  :embarrassed:

Enjoy your Easter weekend, hope the grey drizzle ceases  :smiley:
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Post by: Peter W on 05 April 2015, 20:42
Driven down to Rebecca's world, wow forgot how poor the road surfaces are round here.

Sunny Beltinge? 

Enjoy your Easter weekend, hope the grey drizzle ceases  :smiley:

Thanks,  I certainly have been taking it very easy. It is Beltinge and very sunny, today was more about oysters and Guinness in Whitstable.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: EleanorGTI on 06 April 2015, 10:50
Hi, yesterday I painted my rear suspension arms and other nearby areas which had become a tad rusty. Looks much better now and glad I went to the effort. The weekend before this one I touched up my brake calipers. I would post some pictures but there is no option here currently. Next job is to change the brake fluid after which my Mk6 should be in tip top condition.  :laugh:
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Post by: Booth11 on 06 April 2015, 11:39
Hi, yesterday I painted my rear suspension arms and other nearby areas which had become a tad rusty. Looks much better now and glad I went to the effort. The weekend before this one I touched up my brake calipers. I would post some pictures but there is no option here currently. Next job is to change the brake fluid after which my Mk6 should be in tip top condition.  :laugh:

Hi

You can post pics - you'll need a photo hosting account such as photobucket or flickr, or similar.  To post from photobucket - copy and paste IMG code of your chosen photo,  or if using Flickr - copy and paste BBC code.  There's also a help guide at top of new forum members section.
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Post by: AntGTD on 06 April 2015, 17:07
Power folding mirrors and door courtesy lights fitted. Wanted to fit the DAB boot aerial as well but ran out of time.
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Post by: VWhitehawk on 06 April 2015, 19:16
Power folding mirrors and door courtesy lights fitted. Wanted to fit the DAB boot aerial as well but ran out of time.

You make this sound so easy, was it? as they are all mods that i fancy having a go at doing.

Also rolled the all the windows down and enjoyed the 19 degree heat we had!
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Post by: AntGTD on 06 April 2015, 19:33
Power folding mirrors were surprisingly easy, the hardest part was trying to get the door cards off!

Took me about 2 hours to fit and code.

The DAB aerial is actually pretty straight forward, some take the headlining down but i use an old fishing rod (with the eyes removed) to run a length of string from the rear of the car to the drivers side A Pillar.

Using this guide it shouldn't take more than a couple of hours with coffee breaks.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 April 2015, 12:32
After not being able to get a wash or clean in for nearly 5 weeks (crap weather, work etc), at least got time to give the interior a good clean today, as the dust and Saharan sand, had reached tipping point.  Much better now  :smiley:  Exterior to do later this week, hopefully. 

Received my new Metrovac Sidekick dryer too so can't wait to try that out on the car.  As an added bonus you can dry hair/fur from across the other side of the room, had to try that.  The cat does not like it  :evil:
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Post by: dubber36 on 13 April 2015, 13:41
I washed mine for the first time in a month yesterday, then cleaned the interior. I also fitted the Vancouvers back on it after it had been wearing my Passat's wheels over the winter. Not that they had winter tyres, it was because when it suffered a puncture then needed two new tyres some time ago, I took the opportunity to give the Vancs a really good clean, so put the Passat wheels on, as that car did have it's winter boots on.

Now I really need to get 4 new tyres for the Passat as winter tyres, a 1500kg caravan on the back and 18-20 degree temperatures last week made for some interesting handling characteristics.

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Post by: GS WAX on 13 April 2015, 19:12
Waved Goodbye to my trusty 35  :cry: :cry:

At least it's going to a good enthusiastic home :cool:
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Post by: Booth11 on 13 April 2015, 23:13
Waved Goodbye to my trusty 35  :cry: :cry:

At least it's going to a good enthusiastic home :cool:

Always sad to see a good car go.  Sounds like it going to a good home though, eases the pain a little  :smiley:

I'll be sorry to see my Mk6 go later this year  :sad:
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Post by: joe6 on 14 April 2015, 11:42
Managed to get a nail puncture right on the tyre shoulder so not repairable  :sick: and had to use the get you home spare. Felt really vulnerable at 50mph on the A1 with everything overtaking but some not realising my speed. Seems that most tyre retailers are out of Goodyear F1 A2s with 6 week wait. Managed to get the last 2 at one retailer but cannot deliver until Friday so car stays in the garage until then.
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Post by: Snooze on 14 April 2015, 20:07
Waved Goodbye to my trusty 35  :cry: :cry:

At least it's going to a good enthusiastic home :cool:

Always sad to see a good car go.  Sounds like it going to a good home though, eases the pain a little  :smiley:

I'll be sorry to see my Mk6 go later this year  :sad:

When's your R arriving booth?
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Post by: Booth11 on 14 April 2015, 20:28
When's your R arriving booth?

Well my unconfirmed build week is now week 24 (was 28).  That could move back or forth but if it stayed the same for confirmed BW then that's w/c 8th June build, so delivery approx 4 weeks after that, so arriving early to mid July.  Possibly.

Hoping it will drop back a bit as didn't really want it till Sept.  Depending on when it arrives I could ask the dealer to hang onto it till 1st Sept.
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Post by: JC on 14 April 2015, 21:23
gave it a bit of a work out  :evil: well i was late for my hospital appointment  :whistle:
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Post by: Snooze on 15 April 2015, 07:39
When's your R arriving booth?

Well my unconfirmed build week is now week 24 (was 28).  That could move back or forth but if it stayed the same for confirmed BW then that's w/c 8th June build, so delivery approx 4 weeks after that, so arriving early to mid July.  Possibly.

Hoping it will drop back a bit as didn't really want it till Sept.  Depending on when it arrives I could ask the dealer to hang onto it till 1st Sept.

Oh right. My unconfirmed build week was 19 arriving mid June. That's likely to change then? Originally I wanted it for September too, but I just want it ASAP now!
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Post by: Booth11 on 15 April 2015, 14:21
Oh right. My unconfirmed build week was 19 arriving mid June. That's likely to change then? Originally I wanted it for September too, but I just want it ASAP now!

Well obviously the actual build week shouldn't be far off your unconfirmed but they can change, mine now being 4 weeks earlier than it was...at the moment.  And a few in the mk7 section have had yoyo buikd weeks.  But once it's confirmed and locked in that's it.

Below are the stages in more detail:

1: processing order - as it sounds.

2: with the factory - parts are being ordered and are awaiting supply dates

3: BW confirmed - all parts are at factory and they've confirmed a date for build.

4: Build in progress - as it sounds, although very often skipped on the tracker as actual build is only a couple of days. States is takes 4 weeks from start of build to delivery.

5a: in transit:left the factory - on it's way to Emden.

5b: in transit:shipping - at Emden waiting a boat. Normally received 48 hours after 5a.

5c: in transit:nearly here - on boat to either Grimsby, Tyne or Sheerness depending on dealer location.  At this stage VW can give you the name of the boat, but it sometimes skips this stage.  Now states 10 days to dealer.

6. Arrived in the UK - as stated, takes up to 10 days apparently, although they try and do it within 7.

7. At dealer - just needs PDI and valet and is ready for you.
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Post by: Snooze on 15 April 2015, 17:50
Great. Thanks for the info booth!
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Post by: Booth11 on 16 April 2015, 08:42
Great. Thanks for the info booth!

Snooze, forgot to say in my last reply that the build week gets confirmed 4 weeks prior to the actual BW.  So if your BW19 (unconfirmed) doesn't change then you should get it confirmed in BW15 (w/c 6th April). 
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Post by: Snooze on 16 April 2015, 20:58
Oh right. Checked the email I had from the stealer and turns out bw19 is my confirmed build week! He reckons they'll have it by July.
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Post by: Booth11 on 16 April 2015, 21:16
Oh right. Checked the email I had from the stealer and turns out bw19 is my confirmed build week! He reckons they'll have it by July.

Yeah, your BW19 would've been confirmed last week then. 

But don't you mean they'll have it by June  :huh:  Supposedly it about 4 weeks from build to delivery to dealer, so that would put delivery at early June.  Sometimes they are held up waiting for a ship at Emden,  but delivery in July seems odd?

Anyway, not that long now, excited?
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Post by: Snooze on 16 April 2015, 21:56
I think they're just building in a bit of a contingency. I told them I wouldn't have the cash till July ya see.

Yes very excited!
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Post by: seabrook132 on 17 April 2015, 16:54
First pic of the new engine cover:  :cool:
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7706/17178639405_1a2f84764d_b.jpg)

Will get some more once the bay has been cleaned a little  :wink:
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Post by: Buck on 17 April 2015, 17:43
Looks very nice Seabrook132

You now need a see-through bonnet to show that off  :cool:
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Post by: Booth11 on 17 April 2015, 18:23
First pic of the new engine cover:  :cool:
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7706/17178639405_1a2f84764d_b.jpg)

Will get some more once the bay has been cleaned a little  :wink:

That looks awesome  :cool:   Bet you're pleased with that.  How many times have you lifted the bonnet just to admire it, lol.  As Buck say, you definitely needs a transparent bonnet  :laugh: 
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Post by: seabrook132 on 17 April 2015, 18:30
Thanks guys, haha I haven't closed the bonnet yet  :wink:
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Post by: Booth11 on 17 April 2015, 18:59
After enduring 5 painful weeks of dirt and sand, finally got time to wash and wax it today.  It was hard going and I'm knackered now!  Worth it though  :smiley:

Be gone, Sahara sand!!

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7676/16991209810_62fac3253c_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rTsoHh)
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(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7601/16971936767_6edbeae538_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rRKBvr)

That's better  :cool:

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(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8749/16991276610_f64ea2c594_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rTsJz1)(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8788/16991763400_76b41c33d4_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rTvegW)
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Post by: mike. on 17 April 2015, 19:19
What a transformation, your car is stunning and great work  :cool:

The sand looks awfull  :shocked:
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Post by: SRGTD on 17 April 2015, 19:23
After enduring 5 painful weeks of dirt and sand, finally got time to wash and wax it today.  It was hard going and I'm knackered now!  Worth it though  :smiley:


Great transformation Rebecca. That's an impressive amount of Sahara sand, but looks lovely and clean and shiny now. Did you use your new Metro Vac Sidekick?
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Post by: seabrook132 on 17 April 2015, 20:14
 :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: Stunning as always Rebecca! Loving the sidekick?

Another quick pic of the bay:
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7608/16992553818_fda39e8a99_b.jpg)
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Post by: Booth11 on 17 April 2015, 20:17
What a transformation, your car is stunning and great work  :cool:

The sand looks awfull  :shocked:

Most of that sand came in last night's rain  :angry:  Shortly after finishing it the sky darkened and along came lots of clouds!! If it rains sand tonight, I shall be sobbing into my pillow  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 17 April 2015, 20:30
Great transformation Rebecca. That's an impressive amount of Sahara sand, but looks lovely and clean and shiny now. Did you use your new Metro Vac Sidekick?

:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: Stunning as always Rebecca! Loving the sidekick?

Thanks lads.  I did use the Sidekick and it's a very nifty bit of kit  :cool:

It's really useful for those many irritating water traps.  Used it in the wheel wells (Glendales have that deep groove which holds water), the rear badge, front honeycomb grill, wing mirrors, door handles, bottom sills and around boot area, including the bit where rear windscreen meets the boot.  No more annoying delayed drips  :smiley:  Money well spent imo.

Loving that engine cover Dan!  Didn't get time to clean my engine bay today, next time.  Mind you it's gonna look very dull compared to your deluxe bay  :laugh:  :cool:
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Post by: Snooze on 17 April 2015, 21:04
Holy cow booth! Can u come and wash my car pls?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 17 April 2015, 21:12
There's never enough time to do everything is there! My bay really needs a good clean, and really need to sort out the stonechips and get the da on the paint, keep telling myself it will happen soon ;)

I'd love a sidekick, those traps are so annoying aren't they!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 17 April 2015, 21:32
There's never enough time to do everything is there! My bay really needs a good clean, and really need to sort out the stonechips and get the da on the paint, keep telling myself it will happen soon ;)

I'd love a sidekick, those traps are so annoying aren't they!

What!!!  :shocked:  Your engine bay looks exceptionally clean to me, how much cleaner can it be?

There's isn't enough time.  My car has picked up a quite a few new stone chips from the motorway when I went up to Yorkshire in Feb  :cry:  Also noticed a fair bit of tar and brake dust that's built up over the winter too.  It needs a really good decontamination, and then I'd need to get the DA on it, and then more protection......it's never ending!

Dan, everyone needs a Sidekick.  If a sidekick's good enough for Batman..... :laugh:
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Post by: Booth11 on 17 April 2015, 21:36
Holy cow booth! Can I come and wash my car pls?

No Snooze!!   :tongue:

I can hardly move tonight, my back is killing me and I have Waxer's Wrist*


*  Not an official medical ailment....but it should be!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 17 April 2015, 22:52
Ha ha. Your hard work was worth it. Car looks cracking!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: J400uk on 18 April 2015, 13:20
Sailed through its MOT today with no advisories. I'd forgotten the ease of running a newer car!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 18 April 2015, 21:01
Drove it for the first time in ages and noticed that the steering wheel is off center since fitting the Vancouvers back on last week. It looks like it needs a trip to the dealers for an alignment set up.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 18 April 2015, 21:04
Drove it for the first time in ages and noticed that the steering wheel is off center since fitting the Vancouvers back on last week. It looks like it needs a trip to the dealers for an alignment set up.

Do you still like driving it, despite too many pedals?
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Post by: Hurdy on 19 April 2015, 11:56
New personal best at Santa Pod yesterday.

11.02@125.62mph

Car was running Toyo R1R tyres, running 99ron V-Power and WMI and on the normal stage 3 pump map (not race! ). Quite a lot of slip of the clutches into 5th meant no real acceleration in that gear.

(http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/455A855B-CF11-4D35-8D35-FE2048156C3F_zpsv9spocaw.jpg) (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/hurdy_album/media/455A855B-CF11-4D35-8D35-FE2048156C3F_zpsv9spocaw.jpg.html)
Need uprated clutchpacks now!  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 19 April 2015, 12:00
 :shocked: :shocked: :shocked: :shocked: :shocked: :afro:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 20 April 2015, 08:34

Do you still like driving it, despite too many pedals?

No. It really needs to be changed whilst it is still worth something, but I'm board of cars and detest buying new ones with a passion. Now point me in the direction of a bike shop...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 April 2015, 11:25

Do you still like driving it, despite too many pedals?

No. It really needs to be changed whilst it is still worth something, but I'm board of cars and detest buying new ones with a passion. Now point me in the direction of a bike shop...

Got anything interesting on your 'bike wishlist'?  How is the new bike? 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 20 April 2015, 12:54
I won't want a new bike for a good while yet. It's kit that I seem to keep buying.

The new bike is really nice. I'm no faster, but it's much more comfortable, meaning I can ride much further.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 April 2015, 13:23
It was kit I was referring to. 

I bought some carbon fibre cycling shoes couple of years ago to replace my old Shimano ones and they are fantastic, really light and comfortable.  Then I had to get some new cleats as the new shoes had a different fitting to the others, then new cycling socks....

Trouble is, you walk into a bike shop (real or online) and convince yourself you need this and that and before you know it, you've got an empty wallet/purse!

On the subject of being faster, my partner did his usual cycle run the other day, after being laid off exercise during the cancer treatment and recovery, and has shaved 6 minutes off his usual time (in similar conditions).  He's lost 4 stone in the last 8 months which may have something to do with it.  He was well chuffed and is enjoying starting to get fit again. 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: andygo on 20 April 2015, 14:44
Drove it for the first time in ages and noticed that the steering wheel is off center since fitting the Vancouvers back on last week. It looks like it needs a trip to the dealers for an alignment set up.

Try swapping the front wheels from side to side. Cured similar for me in the past when swapping wheels. If your tracking was ok before, should still be ok if you think about it!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 20 April 2015, 15:01
The tyres are directional, so I can't do that.

A couple of years ago I suffered 'saw tooth' wear on the rear tyres, so fitted a new pair and drove straight to the dealers for an alignment set up. With the new rear tyres on, the steering wheel was off center until the geometry was adjusted.

I have new tyres on the rear again now and the same thing has happened. No uneven tyre wear before, just a pissed up steering wheel.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: andygo on 20 April 2015, 17:41
Strange, tyre change cant affect the physical tracking (eg trackrods etc.) of the car. All it can be is that the tyres have differing rolling characteristics.

What about swapping front tyres to rear?
I have recently put the concrete Goodyear F1's from the back of mine onto the front and my Pilot Sports to the back and now my steering wheel is off. I know its not the tracking as all tyres have equal wear across the tread. I'm putting up with it as I want rid of the nasty Goodyears which are trying to wear out my ESP light in the wet.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mustard on 20 April 2015, 20:52
Fitted 'Forge uprated boost pipes' (http://www.forgemotorsport.co.uk/search?q=Uprated+Aluminium+Boost+Pipework+for+VW+Scirocco+2.0+Litre), silicon turbo hoses and GFB DV+, can't say it has improved the performance greatly, but seems a bit more lively.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 20 April 2015, 21:16
^^^ I think the uprated boost pipes only come into their own at stage 2+ really, but i guess no harm having them in there  :cool: :cool:

Also, I thought people had been going back to OEM DV over the GFB DV+ as it was know for leaking even after the uprated spring they made for it?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 21 April 2015, 08:24
Strange, tyre change cant affect the physical tracking (eg trackrods etc.) of the car. All it can be is that the tyres have differing rolling characteristics.

It's an odd one.The first time, the rear tyres were badly worn due to the geometry being out. It may have been that the previous owner had the tracking corrected to straighten the steering wheel. When the new rear tyres went on, the 'square' rear tyres would have changed the rear geometry, therefore causing the car to crab.

This time, there was no uneven wear, but coincidentally, fitting new tyres on the rear caused the same symptoms as before.

What about swapping front tyres to rear?

I wanted the new tyres on the river as the ones now on the front are no longer available. The older tyres will wear more quickly on the front, so can be replaced with ones that match the rear much sooner.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 21 April 2015, 09:22
It was kit I was referring to. 

I bought some carbon fibre cycling shoes couple of years ago to replace my old Shimano ones and they are fantastic, really light and comfortable.  Then I had to get some new cleats as the new shoes had a different fitting to the others, then new cycling socks....

Trouble is, you walk into a bike shop (real or online) and convince yourself you need this and that and before you know it, you've got an empty wallet/purse!

On the subject of being faster, my partner did his usual cycle run the other day, after being laid off exercise during the cancer treatment and recovery, and has shaved 6 minutes off his usual time (in similar conditions).  He's lost 4 stone in the last 8 months which may have something to do with it.  He was well chuffed and is enjoying starting to get fit again.
Quality Booth 4 stone faster wanting to get fitter excellent  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 April 2015, 10:56
It was kit I was referring to. 

I bought some carbon fibre cycling shoes couple of years ago to replace my old Shimano ones and they are fantastic, really light and comfortable.  Then I had to get some new cleats as the new shoes had a different fitting to the others, then new cycling socks....

Trouble is, you walk into a bike shop (real or online) and convince yourself you need this and that and before you know it, you've got an empty wallet/purse!

On the subject of being faster, my partner did his usual cycle run the other day, after being laid off exercise during the cancer treatment and recovery, and has shaved 6 minutes off his usual time (in similar conditions).  He's lost 4 stone in the last 8 months which may have something to do with it.  He was well chuffed and is enjoying starting to get fit again.
Quality Booth 4 stone faster wanting to get fitter excellent  :cool:

The lost 4 stone comes at a price.  All he needs now is to get his taste buds back  :sad:  But you can't have everything!  If scientists / drug companies can find a way to 'temporarily' disable taste buds, they'll be onto a weightloss winner  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: J400uk on 21 April 2015, 17:59
Got back from work to find this  :angry:

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x267/J400uk/A7B9CBEA-4575-4F8C-BBF5-4B4415B6C02E_zps5ire5eq9.jpg)

Only minor but annoying and inconsiderate!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 April 2015, 18:08
Got back from work to find this  :angry:

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x267/J400uk/A7B9CBEA-4575-4F8C-BBF5-4B4415B6C02E_zps5ire5eq9.jpg)

Only minor but annoying and inconsiderate!

Careless idiots!  Looks awful.  Will some of it polish out?  Or smart repair for the damage along the crease?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: J400uk on 21 April 2015, 18:10
Careless idiots!  Looks awful.  Will some of it polish out?  Or smart repair for the damage along the crease?

Yeah some of its polished out but will need paintwork to sort properly. Guess I'll have to get some quotes :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: andygo on 21 April 2015, 18:13
Got back from work to find this  :angry:

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x267/J400uk/A7B9CBEA-4575-4F8C-BBF5-4B4415B6C02E_zps5ire5eq9.jpg)

Only minor but annoying and inconsiderate!

Er, very annoying and a hit and run incident! Hate stuff like that. Commiserations.

(Shouldn't it be in a thread entitled, "What has someone else done to your MK6 today?"
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 April 2015, 18:17
Careless idiots!  Looks awful.  Will some of it polish out?  Or smart repair for the damage along the crease?

Yeah some of its polished out but will need paintwork to sort properly. Guess I'll have to get some quotes :undecided:

I had something similar when someone went into mine couple of years ago but they also put a small dent right on the crease too and damage to front fog light.  Had to get the it painted and blended into adjacent panels.  Bodyshop did a top job though. Went through insurance in the end, but as you say, very annoying and a hassle.  Hope it's not too pricy to sort.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: andygo on 21 April 2015, 20:42
It's one of the reasons I park away from other cars as much as poss. If I have to park in a paint marked 'bay' I do it as diagonally as possible whilst not overhanging the lines. Makes your car look a lot trickier to park next to and also has the doors further from the bay lines.

Seems to work well for me as generally get no 'neighbours' as it's easier for them to find another space...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 21 April 2015, 22:48
Somebody hit my wife's car with there door. It looked like they gave it a right bang. I was annoyed for a few days after finding it so I can imagine how your feeling  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AntGTD on 22 April 2015, 21:57
Fitted my bargain RNS510 DAB :)
The seller listed it as a RNS510 Rev C not realising it is a DAB version.  Cheeky offer of £390 which was accepted and i collected this evening. :laugh:
(http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x211/degudodger/2011%20Golf%20GTD/IMG_3529%201_zpsvaeqh0th.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 22 April 2015, 22:03
Car got its last service before I give it back in a few weeks time and collect my Mk7 Gti. Rattle now coming from my dash. Could this be where they fitted a new pollen filter perhaps?

Front discs and pads 90% worn, rears 85%. Air con due service. Brake fluid due a change. Parking sensors don't work nor does phone charger. Let's hope she holds out a few more weeks!  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 23 April 2015, 08:18
The seller listed it as a RNS510 Rev C not realising it is a DAB version.  Cheeky offer of £390 which was accepted and i collected this evening. :laugh:
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That was a result. I know someone that paid £700 for one recently.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 23 April 2015, 08:51
The seller listed it as a RNS510 Rev C not realising it is a DAB version.  Cheeky offer of £390 which was accepted and i collected this evening. :laugh:
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That was a result. I know someone that paid £700 for one recently.

I dont think i would buy one again, too easy to steal. I had mine lifted at 4pm in the afternoon in an open cinema car park in Leeds. Apparently the CCTV showed them in and out in less than 30 seconds. They are just too easy to steal. I hope it doesnt happen to you.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AntGTD on 23 April 2015, 09:22
All I'll say is, if they get mine out they are welcome to keep it :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AntGTD on 03 May 2015, 13:46
Life is getting in the way of spending on the Golf but I did managed to give it a clean out today, replace the cabin filter and front wiper blades. All needed doing. Tomorrow, hopefully I'll some spare time to give it a wash.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 04 May 2015, 16:57
Was just heading out for a ride on my mtb and my bike was leant up against a sign by my car. Cue sharp gust of wind and bike falls in to car. Nice little dent in offside rear door caused by handlebar :-( Sod's law seeing as I pick up my new car in a months time.

I've asked for a quote from chips away. Has anyone had experience of these guys and does anyone know how much a small dent repair might cost?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 04 May 2015, 18:16
Was just heading out for a ride on my mtb and my bike was leant up against a sign by my car. Cue sharp gust of wind and bike falls in to car. Nice little dent in offside rear door caused by handlebar :-( Sod's law seeing as I pick up my new car in a months time.

I've asked for a quote from chips away. Has anyone had experience of these guys and does anyone know how much a small dent repair might cost?

That's bad timing Snooze, it is Sod's Law.  Hope it's easily sorted.  Are you trading yours in?

Never used Chipsaway or any other dent repairer, but I also need to find a good PDR / chip repair guy to sort a couple of bits on my rear bumper. Got a couple of paint chips right on the edge where people have dragged suitcases out despite being told to lift them  :angry:  and a small crinkle near the number plate recess inflicted by someone in a car park, grrr.  Nothing major but like to get them sorted before trading or selling it.

Not sure who to get to do it,  but a while ago I noted down the name of a dent repair company I saw carrying out an early morning repair on a Focus ST.  I see this car every morning and it is immaculately kept and obviously pampered, so I figure the owner might hopefully use a decent repairer.  Might give them a call.  Don't the likes of Chipsaway charge per panel?  Be interested to know what sort of prices you get.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 04 May 2015, 18:21
tested out the comforst stakes. M32 - m4 - m5 - m42 - m1 - m18 and A1m. Thank fook for cruise control .  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 04 May 2015, 18:26
Hi booth. My mk6 is on lease too so will be handing it back to the stealer. I'll pay a premium for any damage, hence the need to fix any problems before I hand it back!

A few of the guys on here have recommended pdr. I've never used them before. If it's less than £100 I'll be happy!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 04 May 2015, 18:38
Hi booth. My mk6 is on lease too so will be handing it back to the stealer. I'll pay a premium for any damage, hence the need to fix any problems before I hand it back!

A few of the guys on here have recommended pdr. I've never used them before. If it's less than £100 I'll be happy!

Ah, yeah I can see why you need to get them sorted then.  I was thinking in the region of about £100 too.  I remember, in the past, a few on here mentioning Chipsaway and saying the quality of the repair really comes down to the skill of the individual repair guy, some are good, others are not.  This is where a personal recommendation is helpful.

With mine it's low cost so I may as well get them sorted in case I sell privately. 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 05 May 2015, 18:17
Hi booth. My mk6 is on lease too so will be handing it back to the stealer. I'll pay a premium for any damage, hence the need to fix any problems before I hand it back!

A few of the guys on here have recommended pdr. I've never used them before. If it's less than £100 I'll be happy!
Hi snooze I used to work for a large automotive company and the guys that our company used where called ace dent Google them and take a look we also used chips away and like anything it's how good the smart repairer is. Hope you get it sorted
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 05 May 2015, 18:22
Thanks Charlie. Got my quote from chips away today. £70plus VAT. Pretty happy with that.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 May 2015, 18:50
Thanks Charlie. Got my quote from chips away today. £70plus VAT. Pretty happy with that.

Nice price Snooze, you going with them then?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 05 May 2015, 19:23
Still pretty expensive for a tiny dent! But yeah prob gonna go with it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 05 May 2015, 19:32
They normally charge by the panel so it might seem expensive but it's probably cheaper than having a body shop sort it. Glad it's getting sorted. I hate dents with a passion  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snooze on 05 May 2015, 19:36
I see. Yeah bodyshop would no doubt cost more!

As long as it's not noticeable when I give it back to the stealers it's all gd!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: CaptainCaveman on 05 May 2015, 21:04
Dropped my car off for a respray of the front end. Had a nasty stone chip take the lacquer off the paint work on my bumper  :cry: So getting bumper, bonnet and wings all resprayed,  due to age and mileage the bonnet had picked up its fair share of stone chips (6 years and nearly 80k miles) Here is to hoping the paint match is good as that is my biggest worry!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 May 2015, 23:32
Still pretty expensive for a tiny dent! But yeah prob gonna go with it.

Cheaper than a body shop.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 11 May 2015, 16:57
Treated it to a new reg number  :grin: :laugh:  :whistle:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 11 May 2015, 19:09
Not a lot, but did treat it to a top up of air in the tyres.

Also thought it was broken this morning. Driving off from a site, there was an awful grinding noise from underneath but must have been a tree branch or something caught, all ok 5 mins later.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 11 May 2015, 22:27
Treated it to a new reg number  :grin: :laugh:  :whistle:
Did that to mine last week but wasn't going to post about it.  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 11 May 2015, 22:54
Treated it to a new reg number  :grin: :laugh:  :whistle:
Did that to mine last week but wasn't going to post about it.  :grin:

Well end of an 15 year pairing, but as she who now no longer needs to be obeyed bought it, it's getting sold and new chapter begins

Add in I will be buying a similar one for the additional purchase  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 25 May 2015, 18:56
(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_20150525_112458_zpsdy8tnlne.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_20150525_112458_zpsdy8tnlne.jpg.html)

Finally managed to get time amongst all the hospital visits to clean the bugs off the front, Safe to say the bug guard i had fitted did the trick, but its off for now while I order the new pads for it.

So now its fresh and clean and looks slightly odd with out the guard on...

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/DSC_0314_zps768jzaua.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/DSC_0314_zps768jzaua.jpg.html)

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/DSC_0312_zpsmhtwdwbr.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/DSC_0312_zpsmhtwdwbr.jpg.html)

It will be making an appearance again soon, I know its a marmite item but its better than a bonnet bra I think, Which i also have as well.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 25 May 2015, 19:16
Car looks stunning mate! That was a hell of a bug collection you'd acquired! Really like the yellow fogs against the white paint.

Not fond of bonnet bras/guards personally, but I understand why you'd fit one. The amount of chips I have to sort on my car is crazy, really hope I can find time soon to get the touch up out.

Out of curiousity what's that bullet spray stuff in the 2nd pic?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 25 May 2015, 19:22
Car looks stunning mate! That was a hell of a bug collection you'd acquired! Really like the yellow fogs against the white paint.

Not fond of bonnet bras/guards personally, but I understand why you'd fit one. The amount of chips I have to sort on my car is crazy, really hope I can find time soon to get the touch up out.

Out of curiousity what's that bullet spray stuff in the 2nd pic?

I know, i prefer the bug guard as it doesn't actually sit on the paint work and will hopefully save me in touch ups.

The bullet stuff is a wax that I have been using for years, its brilliant a small amount is diluted with de-ironised water just spray on and wipe away then buff, I like it because its a quick easy detailer.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 25 May 2015, 20:30
Bug city!!!

One of the few upsides to a black car is the squashed bugs are not so obvious.  But you know they're still there, I use Auto Finesse Citrus Power Bug and Grime Remover to zap their pesky little corpses off the front of the car.

Nooo!  Don't put the bug guard back on, or the bonnet bra  :cry:  Only joking, if it does the job fair enough, if you can live with the ugliness  :tongue:

Anyway, sans bug guard, your car looks gorgeous  :cool:

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/IMG_20150525_112458_zpsdy8tnlne.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/IMG_20150525_112458_zpsdy8tnlne.jpg.html)

Finally managed to get time amongst all the hospital visits to clean the bugs off the front, Safe to say the bug guard i had fitted did the trick, but its off for now while I order the new pads for it.

So now its fresh and clean and looks slightly odd with out the guard on...

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/DSC_0314_zps768jzaua.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/DSC_0314_zps768jzaua.jpg.html)

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/DSC_0312_zpsmhtwdwbr.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/DSC_0312_zpsmhtwdwbr.jpg.html)

It will be making an appearance again soon, I know its a marmite item but its better than a bonnet bra I think, Which i also have as well.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 25 May 2015, 20:48
Cheers Booth11,

Thats what i used to get the bugs shifted the Auto Finesse you could see it working against the white, it was just rolling down the front of the car.

Haha, It serves the purpose but it will be staying off for a while, at least until GTI international anyway for the run down.

Must admit it looks different now that its off haha, still need a few little changes i think but i don't know what yet.

Bug city!!!

One of the few upsides to a black car is the squashed bugs are not so obvious.  But you know they're still there, I use Auto Finesse Citrus Power Bug and Grime Remover to zap their pesky little corpses off the front of the car.

Nooo!  Don't put the bug guard back on, or the bonnet bra  :cry:  Only joking, if it does the job fair enough, if you can live with the ugliness  :tongue:

Anyway, sans bug guard, your car looks gorgeous  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 25 May 2015, 21:02
When do you join the dark side of the MK7 with your R Booth?

A friend of mine has had his order put back to September now, he's not happy.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 25 May 2015, 21:24
Cheers Booth11,

Thats what i used to get the bugs shifted the Auto Finesse you could see it working against the white, it was just rolling down the front of the car.

Haha, It serves the purpose but it will be staying off for a while, at least until GTI international anyway for the run down.

Must admit it looks different now that its off haha, still need a few little changes i think but i don't know what yet.

Meant to say before, a couple weeks earlier with those pics you could've definitely given Dan (Seabrook132) a run for his money in the before & after detailing comp that ran.

When do you join the dark side of the MK7 with your R Booth?

A friend of mine has had his order put back to September now, he's not happy.

Who knows?  VWUK system is in disarray at the moment and build weeks have gone a bit haywire due to the implementation of the MY2016 changes.  My estimated build week was originally week 28, then 24 but my dealer said last week it was showing now as week 48!!  But this has happened to others, also shunted to BW48 and apparently it may just be that the pre year change ordered cars are being temporarily held at week 48 until the system changes have been sorted.  Dealer says he'll keep an eye on it and check with VWUK if it doesn't revert back soon. 

A slight slip is no problem as I want the car on a '65 plate for 1st Sept, but I won't be too impressed if it's later than Sept, given I ordered end Jan.  so fingers crossed it's just a temp slip and normality will be resumed soon  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 25 May 2015, 22:00
Ahh wish i had seen that would have given it s good go maybe put a bit more effort in with the polish, seal and clay haha, been a bit hectic recently with illness in the family so the car has sort of got neglected, :undecided: so as the Sunday session resulted in no hangover I thought i would show it a little love before the slog of hospital visiting kicks in again. Long over due but I'm happy loving the GTI again.  :laugh:

Yeah my mate was the same, ordered in Jan put a few options on like the sunroof, dyna audio and a few other bits and then got told its going to be September at the earliest, he gutted as he wanted a clean off of the 2 cars before show season.

Cheers Booth11,

Thats what i used to get the bugs shifted the Auto Finesse you could see it working against the white, it was just rolling down the front of the car.

Haha, It serves the purpose but it will be staying off for a while, at least until GTI international anyway for the run down.

Must admit it looks different now that its off haha, still need a few little changes i think but i don't know what yet.

Meant to say before, a couple weeks earlier with those pics you could've definitely given Dan (Seabrook132) a run for his money in the before & after detailing comp that ran.

When do you join the dark side of the MK7 with your R Booth?

A friend of mine has had his order put back to September now, he's not happy.

Who knows?  VWUK system is in disarray at the moment and build weeks have gone a bit haywire due to the implementation of the MY2016 changes.  My estimated build week was originally week 28, then 24 but my dealer said last week it was showing now as week 48!!  But this has happened to others, also shunted to BW48 and apparently it may just be that the pre year change ordered cars are being temporarily held at week 48 until the system changes have been sorted.  Dealer says he'll keep an eye on it and check with VWUK if it doesn't revert back soon. 

A slight slip is no problem as I want the car on a '65 plate for 1st Sept, but I won't be too impressed if it's later than Sept, given I ordered end Jan.  so fingers crossed it's just a temp slip and normality will be resumed soon  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 25 May 2015, 22:59
Ahh wish i had seen that would have given it s good go maybe put a bit more effort in with the polish, seal and clay haha, been a bit hectic recently with illness in the family so the car has sort of got neglected, :undecided: so as the Sunday session resulted in no hangover I thought i would show it a little love before the slog of hospital visiting kicks in again. Long over due but I'm happy loving the GTI again.  :laugh:

Yeah my mate was the same, ordered in Jan put a few options on like the sunroof, dyna audio and a few other bits and then got told its going to be September at the earliest, he gutted as he wanted a clean off of the 2 cars before show season.

Sorry to hear about the illness in your family Whitehawk, hope everything is as good as it can be  :smiley:

Shame about your mate's car missing the show season, but there's next year.  Did he add the options later, after initial order?  Maybe that's why it's dropped back.  But if it's caught up in the MY changes it might come forward once the mess is sorted, fingers crossed.

Hoping to run another detailing comp later this year (am now moderator of that section) so I'll give you a shout if it comes about.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 26 May 2015, 17:57
Ahh wish i had seen that would have given it s good go maybe put a bit more effort in with the polish, seal and clay haha, been a bit hectic recently with illness in the family so the car has sort of got neglected, :undecided: so as the Sunday session resulted in no hangover I thought i would show it a little love before the slog of hospital visiting kicks in again. Long over due but I'm happy loving the GTI again.  :laugh:

Yeah my mate was the same, ordered in Jan put a few options on like the sunroof, dyna audio and a few other bits and then got told its going to be September at the earliest, he gutted as he wanted a clean off of the 2 cars before show season.

Sorry to hear about the illness in your family Whitehawk, hope everything is as good as it can be  :smiley:

Shame about your mate's car missing the show season, but there's next year.  Did he add the options later, after initial order?  Maybe that's why it's dropped back.  But if it's caught up in the MY changes it might come forward once the mess is sorted, fingers crossed.

Hoping to run another detailing comp later this year (am now moderator of that section) so I'll give you a shout if it comes about.

Cheers Booth, they are on the mend now and home so the long road to recovery starts!

I know, means ill have more time to order my R soon then, and i don't think he has changed anything, he added them all when he ordered it. Same for you hope yours comes for the 65 plate now ;)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Peter W on 26 May 2015, 21:54
Back on topic of mk6s  :wink:

2 sticky Michelin Pilot Super Sports fitted to the front, finally a matching set. Dunlops wore very even and looked very tired when removed this morning.

Then onto Citygate Watford for 3rd service at 21K. After a poor experience at Citygate Ruislip this couldn't have been more different, efficiant calmness from start to finish. Booked in at 11 for 2 hours, free minor inspection service. Change the oil, kick the tyres and top up other lubes. Completed in just over 1 hour while i waited wandering around the VW and Audi cars. Even got a video from the engineer emailed to me as he looked over the car explaining that everything was ship shape, nice touch and more importantly they didn't damage my car. This has restored some of my confidence in dealer servicing till the next time.

Really liked the RS6 plus in battleship grey, massive alloys and carbon detail, jeez what a car! imagine that has a £100K price tag...

 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 26 May 2015, 22:58
Back on topic of mk6s  :wink:

2 sticky Michelin Pilot Super Sports fitted to the front, finally a matching set. Dunlops wore very even and looked very tired when removed this morning.

Then onto Citygate Watford for 3rd service at 21K. After a poor experience at Citygate Ruislip this couldn't have been more different, efficiant calmness from start to finish. Booked in at 11 for 2 hours, free minor inspection service. Change the oil, kick the tyres and top up other lubes. Completed in just over 1 hour while i waited wandering around the VW and Audi cars. Even got a video from the engineer emailed to me as he looked over the car explaining that everything was ship shape, nice touch and more importantly they didn't damage my car. This has restored some of my confidence in dealer servicing till the next time.

Really liked the RS6 plus in battleship grey, massive alloys and carbon detail, jeez what a car! imagine that has a £100K price tag...

Sounds like a good experience.  Can't see EuroCanterbury doing service videos.  Mine's coming up for 3rd service at 28k miles which will be in about a month.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 27 May 2015, 12:26

I got a health check video when mine went in. Never had it before.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 27 May 2015, 12:51
I got a health check video when mine went in. Never had it before.

Must be a new thing.  They must be sick of attentive owners standing over them, claims for damage or accusations of things not being checked.......or all 3!

Today I gave the car a thorough interior clean, changed over to my summer GTI mats and topped up the oil and screenwash.  All ready for a good wash later this week, if the weather holds.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mustard on 27 May 2015, 13:12

I got a health check video when mine went in. Never had it before.

My local dealer started this earlier in the year, the Touran went in in February for a service and got the video link with a list of things they though needed doing.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 May 2015, 14:55
Snow foamed and washed, then as I was spraying tyre dressing onto the applicator, the wind picked up and blew it all over the clean bonnet and sides.  Had to give it a going over with Quick Detailer, I'd forgotten just how great Chemical Guys Speed Wipe is.

Topped up the Poorboys Wheel Sealant and realised the wheels could do a good decontamination, seem to have picked up a lot of crap during winter.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Medic1281 on 30 May 2015, 15:55
Fitted a detachable tow bar, also fitted a rns510 dab and reverse camera. Then had a couple of things coded. But didn't go mad with the coding.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mavs on 30 May 2015, 19:35
Taken my new wheels off and returned them due to the fact they will not balance up correctly!  :cry: and seems as I have now sold my original wheels, had to revert to the farthers winter wheels and tyres for a couple of weeks whilst I find some new wheels  :huh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 30 May 2015, 20:26
Had it at the dealers for an alignment check and set up. Ever since I refitted the Vancouvers with new rear tyres after winter, the steering wheel has been off center and it's not felt quite right. All as good as new now and it only cost £48.

I had a look around the new cars in the showroom whilst I was there, Golf GTE, Passat R-line, CC, T5 Kombi etc... but nothing got my attention. I think I've lost all interest in cars. I was more excited at the caravan dealers on the way back.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ethmanp on 30 May 2015, 20:42
£48!? How so cheap!!?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 30 May 2015, 20:44
I don't know. It was £100 2 years ago. Perhaps it's on promo? I didn't question it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 31 May 2015, 20:50
Had it at the dealers for an alignment check and set up. Ever since I refitted the Vancouvers with new rear tyres after winter, the steering wheel has been off center and it's not felt quite right. All as good as new now and it only cost £48.

I had a look around the new cars in the showroom whilst I was there, Golf GTE, Passat R-line, CC, T5 Kombi etc... but nothing got my attention. I think I've lost all interest in cars. I was more excited at the caravan dealers on the way back.

Caravans? Oh dear, T5 combo and convert it to a camper!!  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 01 June 2015, 08:18
Caravans? Oh dear, T5 combo and convert it to a camper!!  :whistle:

Way to small. Our current caravan is 7.1m long and is just about right for the 4 of us. Our kids are quickly out growing the bunk beds, so we need a 'van' with a more suitable layout.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 01 June 2015, 10:15
Caravans? Oh dear, T5 combo and convert it to a camper!!  :whistle:

Way to small. Our current caravan is 7.1m long and is just about right for the 4 of us. Our kids are quickly out growing the bunk beds, so we need a 'van' with a more suitable layout.
Dubber take a look at the hymer vans my dads been a caravaner for 50 odd years and he says it's the best he has had
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 01 June 2015, 11:36
Bailey is our van of choice having had our Olympus for 5 years. The Unicorn Cadiz is top of the list for the new one.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 03 June 2015, 21:52
Caravans? Oh dear, T5 combo and convert it to a camper!!  :whistle:

Way to small. Our current caravan is 7.1m long and is just about right for the 4 of us. Our kids are quickly out growing the bunk beds, so we need a 'van' with a more suitable layout.

Ahh i see your problem, one of them would do me perfectly, towing caravan on a GTI just seems criminal!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 03 June 2015, 21:53
Actually found time to drive it! Still love it 2 weeks of sitting in the garage clean because of work, it was time to enjoy it!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 04 June 2015, 08:04
towing caravan on a GTI just seems criminal!

We were away over half term and a couple opposite us were towing with an A5 Cab  :laugh: The Golf wouldn't make the best tow car. Even tho' it's got the grunt, it isn't heavy enough to stop the tail wagging the dog.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 04 June 2015, 19:35

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We were away over half term and a couple opposite us were towing with an A5 Cab  :laugh: The Golf wouldn't make the best tow car. Even tho' it's got the grunt, it isn't heavy enough to stop the tail wagging the dog.
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Some of the things you see are enough to make you laugh, I know would only entertain a detachable bar if i absolutely had to, but then id sooner have another car haha
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 05 June 2015, 08:18
That's why I have another car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 05 June 2015, 16:53
Gave it a clean, polish and wax;

(http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g325/SRGTD2011/FE0D4676-79FB-46E6-8392-78945BC48E77.jpg) (http://s1096.photobucket.com/user/SRGTD2011/media/FE0D4676-79FB-46E6-8392-78945BC48E77.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 June 2015, 19:38
Gave it a clean, polish and wax;

(http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g325/SRGTD2011/FE0D4676-79FB-46E6-8392-78945BC48E77.jpg) (http://s1096.photobucket.com/user/SRGTD2011/media/FE0D4676-79FB-46E6-8392-78945BC48E77.jpg.html)


Lovely.  There's something about your car  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 05 June 2015, 21:43
Lovely.  There's something about your car  :cool:

Thanks Rebecca. It didn't look like that earlier this week, and giving it "the works" was long overdue.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: davidthegolfer on 07 June 2015, 15:23
Just six hours to go to finish fully detailing my Candy white GTi before sale. That will be a total of 30 hours work on the car. Hardly want to sell it now.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 07 June 2015, 19:05
Gave it a clean, polish and wax;

(http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g325/SRGTD2011/FE0D4676-79FB-46E6-8392-78945BC48E77.jpg) (http://s1096.photobucket.com/user/SRGTD2011/media/FE0D4676-79FB-46E6-8392-78945BC48E77.jpg.html)

Those wheels are something else! I was looking at trying to get a set for mine, don't see them very often.

Lovely looking car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 07 June 2015, 19:48
Those wheels are something else! I was looking at trying to get a set for mine, don't see them very often.

Lovely looking car.

Thanks VWhitehawk for your comments. The picture probably shows it at its best; after 14 hours or washing, decontamination, machine polishing, waxing, dressing the plastics and tyres and cleaning the glass! My arms ached after that lot,  :grin:

When I was looking for wheels last year, I narrowed the choice down to VW Motorsports and VW Rotary's. As the dealer couldn't get 18" Motorsports in anthracite, that left the Rotary's. I'm really pleased with them, and I don't think I've seen another mk6 with Rotary's, but I think they suit the car well.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 08 June 2015, 15:48
Taught my son how to drive in it. He's been able to drive my DSG for a couple of years, but I thought it was about time he learned to drive a manual. He is 11 after all.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 June 2015, 16:10
Taught my son how to drive in it. He's been able to drive my DSG for a couple of years, but I thought it was about time he learned to drive a manual. He is 11 after all.

They are never too young.  My 8 year old is constantly in her go kart and wants to know all the manoeuvres, rules etc. She yesterday had me chalk out road markings on the patio and parking bays which she is now quite adept at reverse parking into.  Had to set up an area of pretend road works too (well, this is Britain, lol).  Not the same as the real thing, but it's a start.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 08 June 2015, 16:21
My boy is a dab hand at manouvering too.

When we get to a caravan site, he takes over the driving and reversing it onto the pitch. More often than not he gets it on the button first time, which gets some funny looks from the 'neighbours' who cant reverse a trailer for toffee and have to rely on a remote control mover.  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 June 2015, 16:37
My boy is a dab hand at manouvering too.

When we get to a caravan site, he takes over the driving and reversing it onto the pitch. More often than not he gets it on the button first time, which gets some funny looks from the 'neighbours' who cant reverse a trailer for toffee and have to rely on a remote control mover.  :grin:

Remote control mover, that's a new one on me!  Should these people be allowed caravans if they can't reverse them??  :huh:

My daughter likes doing handbrake turns on the go kart.  Hate to break the news to her that by the time she's able to drive properly, there won't be any such thing.  Still coming to terms with that myself  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 08 June 2015, 17:53
Remote control mover, that's a new one on me!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h5T2J8fiJuU

Those of us with Grandads rights to tow trailers and drive lorries up to 7.5T will unfortunately always be allowed, but I guess that's why young uns have to take additional tests these days.

 

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mike911 on 14 June 2015, 23:53
Bought it!
338 miles each way to Northampton and worth every minute  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 14 June 2015, 23:58
Bought it!
338 miles each way to Northampton and worth every minute  :cool:

Pics?  Spec?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 18 June 2015, 17:50
Put in the summer mats, all protected with Gtechniq I1 beforehand. Never used this before so interested to see what it's like
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 19 June 2015, 17:29
Collected the torque wrench and nylon coated sockets, ready to take the wheels off on Sunday for a good clean inside the alloys before a busy few weekends showing her off, Goodwood festival of Speed, GTI International and Trax all in quick succession hoping a good clean will result in an easy time keeping on top of it all!   :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Medic1281 on 19 June 2015, 23:10
Remapped my gtd with a carbon remap  :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 21 June 2015, 17:57
Cleaned, sealed and waxed. good to go again!

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/GOPR2463_zpseanxrfbf.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/GOPR2463_zpseanxrfbf.jpg.html)

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/GOPR2466_zpseezv6g9s.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/GOPR2466_zpseezv6g9s.jpg.html)

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/GOPR2462_zpshiyumc63.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/GOPR2462_zpshiyumc63.jpg.html)

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/GOPR2464_zpsmpmwvvki.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/GOPR2464_zpsmpmwvvki.jpg.html)

Now ready for Goodwood festival of speed, GTI International and Trax!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AntGTD on 21 June 2015, 18:07
Full service by my local VW garage for a massive £199. I normally carry out my own servicing but my warranty specifically stating servicing must be done by a garage :(
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 June 2015, 18:57
@VWhitehawk - car looks immaculate.  Nice pic flaunting the yellow fogs  :cool:

Had to give mine an emergency rinse down after the local seagulls used it for mega target practice whilst parked up in the multi-storey today.   :angry:  Then discovered the jet washer has a big split in the hose so need to get a replacement one.  Second time this week birds have hit it.  On Thurs they crapped all over it whilst at work and it had baked on in the sun.  I had to drive home at lunch and sort it out. Unfortunately it's etched the paint in 3 places.  One patch has hand polished out but the others will need going over with the DA. Hope that sorts it  :sad: 

Also today, service indicator flashed up so needs to be booked in at VW for 3rd service (last one under my ownership).
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 21 June 2015, 19:20
Haha, yeah I thought Id get a cheeky one of those in there whilst messing around with the GoPro, oh i hate seagulls with a passion also tree sap can be just as bad.

oh no, hope its now a major service that will hurt before getting the R

may sound stupid but DA?

@VWhitehawk - car looks immaculate.  Nice pic flaunting the yellow fogs  :cool:

Had to give mine an emergency rinse down after the local seagulls used it for mega target practice whilst parked up in the multi-storey today.   :angry:  Then discovered the jet washer has a big split in the hose so need to get a replacement one.  Second time this week birds have hit it.  On Thurs they crapped all over it whilst at work and it had baked on in the sun.  I had to drive home at lunch and sort it out. Unfortunately it's etched the paint in 3 places.  One patch has hand polished out but the others will need going over with the DA. Hope that sorts it  :sad: 

Also today, service indicator flashed up so needs to be booked in at VW for 3rd service (last one under my ownership).
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 June 2015, 19:31
Haha, yeah I thought Id get a cheeky one of those in there whilst messing around with the GoPro, oh i hate seagulls with a passion also tree sap can be just as bad.

oh no, hope its now a major service that will hurt before getting the R

may sound stupid but DA?

Dual Action polisher  :smiley:  That, with a bit of Lime Prime on a medium spot pad should bring it out, but bird etching can be a real bugger and sometimes even polishing doesn't do it.  Will have to try and find time to have a go at it one evening after work this week.

I never park anywhere near trees if I can help it.

I have one more service covered on Service Plan (I think) so should be ok. 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 22 June 2015, 19:01
fr the older members that remember

(http://www.oocities.org/hollywood/hills/1743/pigeonstop.gif)


well today i did just that, with the bonnet, whilst making progress to work !

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(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xat1/v/t1.0-9/11535687_683802815099084_7123073215589394106_n.jpg?oh=9368ffe71a01538042dcf66ae5a0e4ca&oe=55ED780B)

 :shocked: :shocked: :shocked: :shocked: :shocked:

There wasnt much left, but thankfully the bonnet seems undamaged, an couple of inches either way and it it would have gone thru the grill or direct hit on the screen

 :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 22 June 2015, 19:45
^^
 :shocked: :shocked: :shocked:

Nice work Dick.  Now if you and your trusty sidekick Muttley can just take out those pesky seagulls that keep crapping all over mine.... :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 22 June 2015, 21:44
Took it to the dealers for its 4 year service and 2nd MOT, with instructions to the dealer to not wash my car and inflict swirls in my freshly machine-polished paintwork!  :grin:

Had a courtesy car for the day; not the usual base spec Polo or Up! that I was expecting, but a mk7 Golf GTD with only 800 miles on the clock. Nice to have one for the whole day for an 'extended test drive' to be able to compare it my mk6 GTD. I'd not driven a mk7 before today; my thoughts on the mk7;

Ride and handling; the handling is certainly sharper than the mk6; especially noticeable on roundabouts, and on the twisty bits. Ride quality on the standard 18's seemed very similar to my mk6 on 18's.

Fuel consumption; over the same 30 mile journey in very similar traffic conditions from my home to the dealers, the MFD was indicating my mk6 was better than the mk7 by around 5 mpg, although with only 800 miles on the clock, the mk7 wouldn't be fully loosened up yet.

Interior; the mk7 does feel more 'premium' than the mk6, although I didn't like the shiny black trim on the centre console and around the instrumentation dials in the mk7. The cloth seats were very comfy, but not quite as hip-hugging as the mk6 versions. I prefer the chunkier steering wheel in my car to the slimmer one in the mk7. All in all, the interior felt pretty well screwed together, although there were some annoying rattles and vibrations from the dashboard and the driver's door card which spoiled the overall effect; I may have been lucky, but my mk6 has rarely rattled in 4 years. Instrumentation illumination in the mk7 looks much more impressive than the mk6.

Sound quality from the non-Dynaudio sound system was pretty good compared to the Dynaudio RCD510 in my mk6. I'd like to have heard the mk7 Dynaudio system to see how it compares to the mk6.

Overall, I really liked it. Would I buy one? It would certainly be on the shortlist, but I would need to see what else is available when the time comes to change.




Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Starfox on 23 June 2015, 11:18
4th Service on my MK6 GTD (first for me since purchasing the car) and found out both rear shocks were leaking oil so that was an expensive purchase...

Considering a remap now that I have owned it a year...would love to try Carbon Chip Tuning but I live in NI so I guess that is not possible.  There is a revo garage here but not convinced with it...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Medic1281 on 23 June 2015, 12:59
Get the flash module from carbon, it's £100 more expensive than them doing it but it does mean you can take it off any time you like. I bought one last week and am very happy with it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jonny_D_1987 on 26 June 2015, 20:42
Just found out that after 3 years and 27000 miles that VW have not changed my fuel filter (2.0 GT TDI) in any of my last 3 services, for each service, fuel filter is ticked No, surely this should be done every year ?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JayGTD on 26 June 2015, 21:49
What have I done with my GTD today?

Went on a road trip with the other half and the car decided to go into limp mode with the flashing glow plug light (engine management warning) 300 miles from home. Turned out to be EGR valve failure.

We ended up having to call the AA, book a night's accommodation last minute to get it fixed the next day when we really needed to get back home to see my mum who's in hospital. The whole job took 5.5 hours and costed £811, £450 for a genuine OEM EGR valve and the rest was labour. Nightmare.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 26 June 2015, 22:40
Just found out that after 3 years and 27000 miles that VW have not changed my fuel filter (2.0 GT TDI) in any of my last 3 services, for each service, fuel filter is ticked No, surely this should be done every year ?

According to my service book, my fuel filter wasn't replaced at any of the first 3 services under the time and distance servicing regime. I've just had the 4 year service done, which was a major service, and the fuel filter was replaced.

Seems that replacement of the fuel filter at early services may be influenced by the type / quality of diesel available; outlined on page 11 in my Service Schedule booklet under 'Additional Work'.

VW website states that the diesel fuel filter is checked at 'the recommended age and mileage limit', whatever that is! It also states that replacement is included under a major service; see link below. I always understood that under the time and distance service regime, services alternate between minor and major; first service at 1 year/10k miles minor, second service at 2 years / 20k miles major and so on, so not sure why mine didn't get a new fuel filter as part of the major service at 2 years, but non-replacement is consistent with your service record.

http://www.volkswagen.co.uk/owners/servicing/what-we-check-and-why/diesel-fuel-filter-replacement#details

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jonny_D_1987 on 27 June 2015, 11:58
Just found out that after 3 years and 27000 miles that VW have not changed my fuel filter (2.0 GT TDI) in any of my last 3 services, for each service, fuel filter is ticked No, surely this should be done every year ?

According to my service book, my fuel filter wasn't replaced at any of the first 3 services under the time and distance servicing regime. I've just had the 4 year service done, which was a major service, and the fuel filter was replaced.

Seems that replacement of the fuel filter at early services may be influenced by the type / quality of diesel available; outlined on page 11 in my Service Schedule booklet under 'Additional Work'.

VW website states that the diesel fuel filter is checked at 'the recommended age and mileage limit', whatever that is! It also states that replacement is included under a major service; see link below. I always understood that under the time and distance service regime, services alternate between minor and major; first service at 1 year/10k miles minor, second service at 2 years / 20k miles major and so on, so not sure why mine didn't get a new fuel filter as part of the major service at 2 years, but non-replacement is consistent with your service record.

http://www.volkswagen.co.uk/owners/servicing/what-we-check-and-why/diesel-fuel-filter-replacement#details

Ahhh, so basically they visually check it, and if it looks fine they just leave it? Now i understand how they can offer 3 years servicing for £99 haha A friend of mine is a mechanic, I think I will get him to change it anyway, sure it wont do any harm. I always thought the 3 year service was a major one.

Thanks for your reply :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 27 June 2015, 20:58
took it to get valued against a 64plate T5 Transporter  :shocked:  :angry:   :cry:

Looks like I will be buying an older T5 and keeping the G6 as well  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mickmk6 on 28 June 2015, 00:29
Gave it a new lease of life with APR stage 1. Spent the rest of the day thinking why on earth it's taken a year to do this  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 28 June 2015, 12:01
I take it you are impressed with the apr map then?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mickmk6 on 29 June 2015, 10:55
I take it you are impressed with the apr map then?

Yeh wasn't expecting to notice the difference as much as I have. It's woken the car up.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 29 June 2015, 15:48
Booked it in for its 3rd service next Weds.  This will be the last service whilst the car is in my ownership before it makes way for the R.  Asked them to check out a creaking noise form the front end at the same time. 

Whist the service girl was taking details over the phone, she said, “oh yes, you’re the lady who doesn’t want her car washing”  Oh no! my reputation precedes me  :embarrassed:  :laugh::  The big 'no washing this car' sign has obviously worked  :evil:  They also apparently don’t service many GTI’s!!

Also booked in for MOT in August.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Moon on 29 June 2015, 19:40
Fiddled around with the short shift kit I installed on Thursday. No problems with first gear now. Next up, engine bay clean!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Sukhy on 29 June 2015, 21:08
Retrofitted fog lights onto my Match 2.0 TDI Bluemotion!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Norvwich on 01 July 2015, 12:54
A day of lows then highs.....

Had a horrendous idle today, car was throwing lean codes every 5 mins, misfiring and CEL on. Pretty much jumped for joy when I found it was just the PCV return hose to my intake had popped off. 30 seconds later running like a dream again... :smug:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: gaurav_aidasani on 05 July 2015, 23:13
Fair amount of upgrades

Installed Led tail lights, uploaded bluefin map and fitted 'performance' air filter!

Not sure of the power gains with the map but torque is definitely noticeable! Car feels even better to drive than before.

Still needs a good wash though
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jord91 on 06 July 2015, 20:27
Fair amount of upgrades

Installed Led tail lights, uploaded bluefin map and fitted 'performance' air filter!

Not sure of the power gains with the map but torque is definitely noticeable! Car feels even better to drive than before.

Still needs a good wash though

Where did you buy bluefin map from ? Is it easy to install ? An which air filter you install ?

Am looking to buy one am in northwest
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 06 July 2015, 21:26
Had a cheeky little Revo remap whilst at GTI International over the weekend and a weekend on the ClubGTI stand. great weekend in the sun
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AntGTD on 06 July 2015, 21:37
Reverse camera installed. Technically installed today although I started yesterday but ran out of time. Is it worth it. Yes. Would I do it again. NOPE!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: CaptainCaveman on 07 July 2015, 08:15
VWR cold air intake installed bought from GTI International at the weekend at a good price! Sound is addictive and certainly pulls better in the higher rev range. Engine bay looks bare now without the great big stock air filter in there!  :laugh:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: gaurav_aidasani on 07 July 2015, 12:46
I got it from Demon Tweeks who are official stockists. 360 for bluefin + kn air filter. Filter is nothing special but you can certainly feel better throttle response (retails at 40ish). And bluefin is very easy to install (need to have access to PC though, doesn't work for Mac). Overall for someone who needed light mods for occasional spirited drives it's perfect as you can take the map off anytime.

Hopefully this weekend I can take it out for a real spin and stretch the cars legs!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jord91 on 07 July 2015, 19:20
I got it from Demon Tweeks who are official stockists. 360 for bluefin + kn air filter. Filter is nothing special but you can certainly feel better throttle response (retails at 40ish). And bluefin is very easy to install (need to have access to PC though, doesn't work for Mac). Overall for someone who needed light mods for occasional spirited drives it's perfect as you can take the map off anytime.

Hopefully this weekend I can take it out for a real spin and stretch the cars legs!

thanks for the information. just ordered one cant wait for a bit more power :)

which windows did u use? i have vista and windows 7
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 July 2015, 11:53
Dropped it off at VW for it's final service (for me).  3rd Service, so brake fluid change and whatever else.  Made sure I put the big 'No Washing' sign on the dash.

Chatted to the service dept girl (who is unusually knowledgeable for a VW bod) and she asked if I was keeping the car.  Told her I had an R on order with JCB Medway (via Drive the Deal) and she confirmed that at that time, VW EuroCanterbury (they are independant, not part of a franchaise) would not have been able to get anywhere near the 12.5% discount figure I got.  Just as well I never bothered asking them then as this was the predicted response  :whistle:   
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: gaurav_aidasani on 08 July 2015, 13:11
Not sure to be honest (I'm lost with mirosoft OS!). Should work with either I guess. Let us know how you get on and what you think of it!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mustard on 08 July 2015, 14:30
Not sure to be honest (I'm lost with mirosoft OS!). Should work with either I guess. Let us know how you get on and what you think of it!

Definitely works with Windows 7.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 July 2015, 18:13
All good with today's service.  Got emailed the novelty health check video. Had them swap front tyres to rear and vice versa.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ethmanp on 08 July 2015, 20:29
Have done a few bits to my car in the last couple of weeks/months: Upgraded the rears to LED's which look awesome especially on a black car. Have the front Bi-xenon DRL's but just need to find time and someone local with Vagcom before I take the leap!!

Added the interior LED light kit which looks fab and also installed the bluetooth module my RNS 510.

Had my A/C compressor replaced with a 2nd hand one and then had it charged - all in for £140 which I thought was a good price - nice ice cold car now!

Sorted the wastage rattle issue I had - YES!!! NO MORE RATTLE   :grin: (it rattled almost all the way from as soon as I lifted off the accelerator to when i put it back on) car now feels a bit more responsive also :)

With the decent weather we had just recently I saw it a good opportunity to give it a good clean. Products used were:
Valet Pro Advanced Neutral Snow Foam Pro
Dodo Juice Supernatural
DoDo Juice Blue Velvet Pro
Quarts tyre dressing

All bought on the recommendation of you guys, especially Booth and they do a great job of making my 6 year old car look nice and shiny! So thank you :)

Will try to upload some pictures to show shortly!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 08 July 2015, 20:33
Have done a few bits to my car in the last couple of weeks/months: Upgraded the rears to LED's which look awesome especially on a black car. Have the front Bi-xenon DRL's but just need to find time and someone local with Vagcom before I take the leap!!

Added the interior LED light kit which looks fab and also installed the bluetooth module my RNS 510.

Had my A/C compressor replaced with a 2nd hand one and then had it charged - all in for £140 which I thought was a good price - nice ice cold car now!

Sorted the wastage rattle issue I had - YES!!! NO MORE RATTLE   :grin: (it rattled almost all the way from as soon as I lifted off the accelerator to when i put it back on) car now feels a bit more responsive also :)

With the decent weather we had just recently I saw it a good opportunity to give it a good clean. Products used were:
Valet Pro Advanced Neutral Snow Foam Pro
Dodo Juice Supernatural
DoDo Juice Blue Velvet Pro
Quarts tyre dressing

All bought on the recommendation of you guys, especially Booth and they do a great job of making my 6 year old car look nice and shiny! So thank you :)

Will try to upload some pictures to show shortly!

Some very cool mods there, and some very cool detailing gear too  :wink:  :cool:

But more importantly.....pics, pics and, pics  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 09 July 2015, 13:18
Was it the clip that sorted your wastegate rattle out?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jord91 on 09 July 2015, 14:14
Spent 5 hours washing drying polishing and sealing :)


And as I just finished my bluefin remap turns up  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ethmanp on 09 July 2015, 20:26
Seabrook - yes the clip has sorted it!

The one as in this video!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FvHeXQh2Fts
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jord91 on 10 July 2015, 13:47
installed bluefin remap today very easy to install  :smiley:the power gain are quite noticeable  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JIMMYBRODIE on 10 July 2015, 20:10
Hi guys, excuse the mass message. I though this would be the easiest wy to reach everyone.

I'm looking for someone who has RCDS in the south east who can repair my RNS510, I've had a failed firmware update and it's goine into Boot Loop. Desperate for help and, will travel and pay!!

Thanks in advance and apologies for the mass msg!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AntGTD on 10 July 2015, 20:34
Hi Jimmy. Don't think it can be fixed with VCDS, you'll need a restore disk. What version where you going from, to.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JIMMYBRODIE on 10 July 2015, 21:43
Hi, I've tried a restore disc it didn't register.  Going from version 3*** to 5238(I think) and V11 maps.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AntGTD on 12 July 2015, 18:42
Was hoping to get the Golf an overdue clean but due to lousy weather and a fooked back the car is still dirty :(
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: gaurav_aidasani on 13 July 2015, 14:25
Gave it a wash on Friday
Took it for a B road blast to Blenheim palace to see the coys classic car auction.
Unfortunately it looked a bit lost among the motors in the car park!
Wonder if the mk6 will ever become a classic.....


Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 13 July 2015, 22:04
My eBay special turned up and its actually much better than i expected. All the welds are very strong and neat, the whole constructions of the exhaust is excellent.

Heat wrapped the top third to help keep the heat in. Getting it installed on Friday and Revo Stage 2 map on Saturday, should get me some more BHP and Torque in the mid range.

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/0350d78c-6f02-41b1-8016-e6092be725b9_zpspdlwinue.jpg)

Heat wrapped:

(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k489/rocketrossuk/IMG_2981_zpsdckaavy8.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: gaurav_aidasani on 15 July 2015, 17:20
Had minor service done plus brake fluid change. Never understood why that's not included in a major service. But all for 158 and at VW so can't complain too much.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 16 July 2015, 00:27
Had minor service done plus brake fluid change. Never understood why that's not included in a major service. But all for 158 and at VW so can't complain too much.

That's a good price.  Had my minor service today - £149 (no brake fluid change needed)

Had an Up! as my courtesy car - nippy little city car but trumped by the Golf R in the showroom  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: gaurav_aidasani on 16 July 2015, 08:14
VW seem to be keen on price matching these days, that's how I got them to quote me 99 for minor service rather than 149.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: golfhappy on 17 July 2015, 22:45
VW seem to be keen on price matching these days, that's how I got them to quote me 99 for minor service rather than 149.

Take their hand off! great price  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AntGTD on 17 July 2015, 22:46
Paid £199 recently for a full service. VW are, i think coming round to the fact they need to be more competitively priced.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MartinrobGTi on 18 July 2015, 09:19
Recently went stage 2 with revo at gti international, really dont see that much of a difference from stage 1, is that normal?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 18 July 2015, 11:21
Recently went stage 2 with revo at gti international, really dont see that much of a difference from stage 1, is that normal?

It not really, its a bit more torque in the mid range and about 10 bhp at top end. What downpipe did you get? 100, 200 cel or decat.

The noise should be a lot better as well (after a few days of carbon build up)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MartinrobGTi on 18 July 2015, 20:20
Recently went stage 2 with revo at gti international, really dont see that much of a difference from stage 1, is that normal?

It not really, its a bit more torque in the mid range and about 10 bhp at top end. What downpipe did you get? 100, 200 cel or decat.

The noise should be a lot better as well (after a few days of carbon build up)

Ahh right i see, what bhp is it running now roughly then you think? Need to get it on a rolling road to find out properly! It actually sounds abit louder, it seems to have made it pop more aswell! I'm running the pipewerx 3"downpipe with the 200cel cat from awesome gti!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MartinrobGTi on 23 July 2015, 22:36
Had a little play with a mk2 focus rs, and its fair to say... Golf Gti 1-0 Focus Rs :wink: haha
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 July 2015, 08:40
In the dealers for MOT.  They managed to cock the appointment up.  Was supposed to just drop it off and collect later as I have a work meeting, but they booked it as a waiting slot so now I've got to sit around for over an hour and be late for my meeting.  It's not like people have jobs or anything else important to do  :angry:  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 July 2015, 11:32
MOT all done and all good.  :smiley:  They took their time though and I had to scotch the work meeting!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adycakes on 24 July 2015, 11:35
MOT all done and all good.  :smiley:  They took their time though and I had to scotch the work meeting!

When I first read that, it read as 'had a scotch in the work meeting!'  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 July 2015, 13:30
MOT all done and all good.  :smiley:  They took their time though and I had to scotch the work meeting!

When I first read that, it read as 'had a scotch in the work meeting!'  :laugh:

Haha!  Sadly not, but I tell you what,if I had a bottle in the bottom of my office desk draw, I'd be seriously tempted to quaff it down right now.  TGIF!!!  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AntGTD on 02 August 2015, 22:35
First decent wash and wax in 4-5 months 6-7k miles. Only had 2 hours to spare so it was a quick wash down BUT it looks good :)

The car does need a deep clay and 2-3 layers of wax but that will have to wait.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 02 August 2015, 22:43
The only TLC it had today was me cleaning the pigeon crap off it.  Why do they manage to get some on every panel!    Plus they must have the most acidic diet as it is pretty much etching the paint within minutes!!!  Was only a couple of weeks ago I had to DA polish out the effects of the last load.  :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jordz_GTI on 14 August 2015, 20:23
Got my front bumper back today had reg plate holes filled and wiper washers filled. She's looking stunning now 😄
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Mickmk6 on 15 August 2015, 19:26
Fitted APR stage 1 + 2 Cold Air Intake, lovely carbon goodness in the engine bay now  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Gtiless on 16 August 2015, 15:20
Had a pair of Pirelli P-Zero Rossos fitted. Well on Friday not exactly today.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: NikerGTI on 16 August 2015, 17:57
Picked up Wednesday , quick wash and spray wax and fitted these ...



(http://i.imgur.com/VPO0eix.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 17 August 2015, 20:54
Was reunited with my GTI today after being away on holiday for two weeks in the USA. Crazy busy trip out there but I had an absolute blast. Drove some absolutely horrendous American cars (the worst being a Dodge Grand Caravan with the worst automatic gearbox I've ever known) but I also got to drive a relatives 1969 Camaro which was awesome!
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/729/20040619594_545fb0c156_b.jpg)

In other news I also proposed to my missus of 5 years, thankfully she said yes!!

Anyway back to the car, I fully expected it to be covered in bird produce having sat outside the house untouched for 2 weeks but miraculously there was nothing but dust on the car. So after a drive to get some juice in the battery, work the rust off of the brake discs and get used to driving on the correct side of the road again, the car was treated to a good clean outside and inside and now looks it's best again  :smiley:.

Annoyingly though while out driving I noticed that my wastage rattle had reappeared during deceleration. Maybe the spring clip had fallen off or deformed? I had a spare brand new wastage spring clip, so after looking to check the old one was still there I set to work and swapped it with the older one that was fitted under warranty last year. The old clip had lost a bit of tension in the time it had been fitted so I thought maybe that had allowed that rattle to come back but a drive with the new clip fitted showed the noise to still be present. So now I'm a bit stumped because it's exactly the same noise that the clip fixed the first time around, metallic rattle from under the car on deceleration between about 3k and 2k rpm. Will have to invest further when I have a week off next week. In the meantime any ideas anyone?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 17 August 2015, 22:20
^^^^ Congrats on the successful proposal  :shocked: :shocked:

And I know what you mean about the American auto, they are utter sh1te....even the the new mustangs are awful, drove one last year and it was like 2 seconds to change up  :sick: :sick:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 17 August 2015, 23:26
Thanks a lot  :smiley:

Yeah the Dodge was just hopeless, think it was under the impression that just because a gearbox can change gears, it needs to change at every single moment possible!! Even at steady speeds on the highway it would suddenly kick down for no reason and every time I accelerated away from stationary it seemed to change 1-2-3-4-3-4-5 for some reason!  :huh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 18 August 2015, 08:20
Congratulations on your engagement Dan.  :cool:

Just make sure your future wife doesn't turn into some crazed maniacal woman fussing over the minutest of wedding details.  My colleague has just got engaged and it's all she ever talks about!  Not like us chilled car enthusiasts, who never do any such thing!  :grin:

Bird produce?  Haha, that's got to be the politest way of saying bird sh!t, lol.

Hope you sort the rattle out, second time around!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 18 August 2015, 08:46
Thanks Bec  :smiley:

Unfortunately I can't guarantee that won't happen as she runs her own wedding photography business so has far too many ideas running around in her head lol!!! We're not rushing into it though and there's plenty of time for planning later!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 18 August 2015, 15:03
4 new tyres  :shocked: :cry:


Still at least the feathered to fcuk Dungplops have gone to the wheel bearing shot kinda shoot noise has gone too  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 18 August 2015, 15:20
Drove it for about 30 miles in 4th gear, forgetting that it has a manual gearbox.  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 18 August 2015, 15:42
 :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 18 August 2015, 19:15
Drove it for about 30 miles in 4th gear, forgetting that it has a manual gearbox.  :grin:

 :grin: :grin: :grin:

It's time you consigned the manual dinosaur to the scrap heap, i.e. sell it to some unenlightened sap!  :evil: :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 22 August 2015, 19:57
Well its been on loan to my mother for a few weeks while her MK7 GTI is in for repair, it returns with no fuel and in need of a DAMN good clean!!

Also MOT time was due, and only advisory need to top up the oil.

Oh and he mentioned that there was oil around the turbo, which to me sounds expensive!  :sad:

I will be getting it looked at VERY soon! but until then its back in the hands of my mother, until Thursday where it will be washed, polished and waxed ready for a wedding on Friday. can't go there with a dirty car now can I?  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 28 August 2015, 00:50
Passed its MOT no problems but an advisory about an oil leak possibly from the turbo.

You now get a very good walk round video of your car  :cool: :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AntGTD on 29 August 2015, 19:28
MOT with a clean bill of health  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 30 August 2015, 16:29
Passed its MOT no problems but an advisory about an oil leak possibly from the turbo.

You now get a very good walk round video of your car  :cool: :smiley:

Yeah thats the plan, I can see it now, just need to get behind the block to see it properly!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 30 August 2015, 16:35
What a weekend, my GTI has had, one day as a Wedding car, and then the day after it was loaded with bikes being used as a back up car for a group of mates that were cycling from Birmingham to Blackpool tower. Thats 150 miles which they managed to do in just over 16 hours! All for Birmingham Neo natal unit so proud of them.

Only downside was the MPG on the run home was disappointing, glad I don't have bikes on the roof all the time. 300 miles managed, one and a half tanks and 24.2MPG was almost crying!

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/Carbw_zpsxf9wf79q.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/Carbw_zpsxf9wf79q.jpg.html)

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/Team%20freddie_zpswfskp5op.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/Team%20freddie_zpswfskp5op.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 30 August 2015, 17:57
What a weekend, my GTI has had, one day as a Wedding car, and then the day after it was loaded with bikes being used as a back up car for a group of mates that were cycling from Birmingham to Blackpool tower. Thats 150 miles which they managed to do in just over 16 hours! All for Birmingham Neo natal unit so proud of them.

Only downside was the MPG on the run home was disappointing, glad I don't have bikes on the roof all the time. 300 miles managed, one and a half tanks and 24.2MPG was almost crying!

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/Carbw_zpsxf9wf79q.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/Carbw_zpsxf9wf79q.jpg.html)

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h58/white1988/Team%20freddie_zpswfskp5op.jpg) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/white1988/media/Team%20freddie_zpswfskp5op.jpg.html)

That's what I love about Golf's, so versatile.  :cool:  Was it your wedding?  :laugh:

Well done to your mates on the charity bike ride,nice one  :smiley:  I used to live in Blackpool.  Did a 2 year arts foundation course there and lived in a seedy bedsit where the bed pulled down from the wall. Landlady was a right witch too.  Some good memories but not my favourite town to live in! 

You're still wedded to that bonnet shield then (bra by any other name.  :tongue:)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 30 August 2015, 18:06


That's what I love about Golf's, so versatile.  :cool:  Was it your wedding?  :laugh:

Well done to your mates on the charity bike ride,nice one  :smiley:  I used to live in Blackpool.  Did a 2 year arts foundation course there and lived in a seedy bedsit where the bed pulled down from the wall. Landlady was a right witch too.  Some good memories but not my favourite town to live in! 

You're still wedded to that bonnet shield then (bra by any other name.  :tongue:)
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Sadly not my wedding but a family members, I couldn't agree more on how it just seems to everything I need it to do, even at 2AM when I was flagging it still managed to perk me up and keep me awake.

I do like Blackpool, last night was brilliant with it being the last bank holiday and everything it was heaving we got so much support.

Yeah, for now I put it back on but I'm not sure on it now so it could be coming back off.  :whistle:

Its only on while they finish top dressing the estate.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 01 September 2015, 10:46
Oil leak round the turbo is probably the yellow seal on the diverter valve not sealing correctly mine does that from new. When you remove the valve the seal is poor and i would not be suprised if they are all like that. A new diverter valve later and I have no oil leak.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 05 September 2015, 14:54
Sold it.

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=275452.new#new
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 13 September 2015, 11:34
Sold it.

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=275452.new#new

Can't believe you have sold it, I am starting to look at changing mine now, MK7 with the PP, MK7R or the S3.... choices!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 13 September 2015, 11:36
Oil leak round the turbo is probably the yellow seal on the diverter valve not sealing correctly mine does that from new. When you remove the valve the seal is poor and i would not be suprised if they are all like that. A new diverter valve later and I have no oil leak.

Getting it looked at tomorrow, hopefully its only something simple like that!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 13 September 2015, 16:11
Sold it.

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=275452.new#new

Can't believe you have sold it, I am starting to look at changing mine now, MK7 with the PP, MK7R or the S3.... choices!!

All good things come to an end, but it's now living the good life up in sunny Glasgow.  :cool:   So pleased it sold to an enthusiast and fellow forum member, and didn't end up some unloved trade-in.

Ooh, are you leaning towards any particular one of your shortlist?

Setting performance ride and handling aside, having sat in the cabin of an A3 for just over a week now I'm glad I went for Golf R as opposed to an S3 purely from a cabin perspective.  I'm in a basic TDI but the cabin's essentially the same as the S3 (apart from a premium trim upgrades), and is not entirely to my taste.  It's very subjective of course, and maybe it's because I've been conditioned due to years in Golfs, but to me the cabin design of the Golf is more 'right' than the Audi.

Be interesting to read your thoughts on each of your shortlisted cars as you go through the list.

Hope you get to the bottom of the oil leak and it turns out to be something relatively trivial and easily fixable.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 14 September 2015, 20:03
Sold it.

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=275452.new#new

Can't believe you have sold it, I am starting to look at changing mine now, MK7 with the PP, MK7R or the S3.... choices!!

All good things come to an end, but it's now living the good life up in sunny Glasgow.  :cool:   So pleased it sold to an enthusiast and fellow forum member, and didn't end up some unloved trade-in.

Ooh, are you leaning towards any particular one of your shortlist?

Setting performance ride and handling aside, having sat in the cabin of an A3 for just over a week now I'm glad I went for Golf R as opposed to an S3 purely from a cabin perspective.  I'm in a basic TDI but the cabin's essentially the same as the S3 (apart from a premium trim upgrades), and is not entirely to my taste.  It's very subjective of course, and maybe it's because I've been conditioned due to years in Golfs, but to me the cabin design of the Golf is more 'right' than the Audi.

Be interesting to read your thoughts on each of your shortlisted cars as you go through the list.

Hope you get to the bottom of the oil leak and it turns out to be something relatively trivial and easily fixable.

Well I don't know why i said the MK7 GTI, because we have one and i can't get the same car as my parents now can I, I will have to go better.

So it will waver more to the R (which my friend is still waiting for, he ordered it in January and still hasn't come due to his "options" Sunroof, DCC, and Dyna audio & DSG, not that difficult to bolt in i wouldn't have thought) so yeah the R purely because its better than my parents haha, but then do i want the same as my mate... suppose we can always have the shine off as he uses his about as much as I use mine.

And as for the S3, i had a A3 S Line as a courtesy car, and found the same as you the "centre console" is just to bland and boring everything controlled by the pop up screen and toggle wheel, may take some getting used to, may have to think long and hard about this, i would hope the S3 has a lot more going for it, I had a diesel A3 before my GTI and it was great, just not as much fun as the GTI.


As for the oil leak, it is in the garage to be looked at tomorrow, depending on what he finds it will be done by him or taken to the stealers for an extended warranty job, just hope the Remap is not the cause of it!

I will let you know the findings tomorrow!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 14 September 2015, 21:25
Well I don't know why i said the MK7 GTI, because we have one and i can't get the same car as my parents now can I, I will have to go better.

So it will waver more to the R (which my friend is still waiting for, he ordered it in January and still hasn't come due to his "options" Sunroof, DCC, and Dyna audio & DSG, not that difficult to bolt in i wouldn't have thought) so yeah the R purely because its better than my parents haha, but then do i want the same as my mate... suppose we can always have the shine off as he uses his about as much as I use mine.

And as for the S3, i had a A3 S Line as a courtesy car, and found the same as you the "centre console" is just to bland and boring everything controlled by the pop up screen and toggle wheel, may take some getting used to, may have to think long and hard about this, i would hope the S3 has a lot more going for it, I had a diesel A3 before my GTI and it was great, just not as much fun as the GTI.

As for the oil leak, it is in the garage to be looked at tomorrow, depending on what he finds it will be done by him or taken to the stealers for an extended warranty job, just hope the Remap is not the cause of it!

I will let you know the findings tomorrow!

Haha, yes you’ve got to go better than your parents. One GTI on the driveway is enough, lol.

I agree, the S3 would have to have significant upgrades over the A3 to be in the running.  I've got used to the pop up screen and control wheel but prefer the VW touchscreen, even though it can be a bit buggy now and then.  If you test drive one, post your thoughts up.  Would be interested to hear them.

I briefly considered S3 when my R was taking so long, but didn’t get as far as test driving one, before deciding to wait it out for the R.  Will tell you if I made the right decision in a few weeks.  Hope the time goes quickly as I’m missing my Mk6 and bored with the A3 already.  Diesel does not suit me.

Your mate ordered his R at the same time as me, Jan. Did he spec the 19" Pretoria's?  As that's supposedly what has held many up.  Has his been built yet?  Mine was finally built last week and is on it’s way to Emden port to await shipping, so should see it in about 3-4 weeks.  It's been a long wait.

Fingers crossed that your oil leak and the map are not connected.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 18 September 2015, 12:42
Missed it greatly!  Fed up with the Audi manual now.  Have abused it a little doing all the things I wouldn't do in my own car.

Have taken great pleasure in driving it through massive puddles and parking it slap bang in the middle of the crowded works car park, sandwiched tightly between two other cars and right under a tree.  When I returned to it 8 hours later, it was plastered in bird crap from roof to wheels!   Might not even wash it right until it's time to hand it back and then I will take it to the swirl inducing auto car wash! 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: charlie on 24 September 2015, 09:58
Missed it greatly!  Fed up with the Audi manual now.  Have abused it a little doing all the things I wouldn't do in my own car.

Have taken great pleasure in driving it through massive puddles and parking it slap bang in the middle of the crowded works car park, sandwiched tightly between two other cars and right under a tree.  When I returned to it 8 hours later, it was plastered in bird crap from roof to wheels!   Might not even wash it right until it's time to hand it back and then I will take it to the swirl inducing auto car wash!
That's like taking your car in for a service and getting a loaner. Park it and don't care about it. It's liberating  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 24 September 2015, 20:20
Missed it greatly!  Fed up with the Audi manual now.  Have abused it a little doing all the things I wouldn't do in my own car.

Have taken great pleasure in driving it through massive puddles and parking it slap bang in the middle of the crowded works car park, sandwiched tightly between two other cars and right under a tree.  When I returned to it 8 hours later, it was plastered in bird crap from roof to wheels!   Might not even wash it right until it's time to hand it back and then I will take it to the swirl inducing auto car wash!
That's like taking your car in for a service and getting a loaner. Park it and don't care about it. It's liberating  :evil:

 :grin: It is!  Though I still felt obliged to clean the bird crap off asap!  Some habits are hard to break.  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 28 September 2015, 18:54
Finally got to the bottom of my leaky turbo, a nut on the waste gate valve was to blame, fixed free of charge, thanks extended warrenty, serviced as well free of charge, Thanks service plan.

But i do believe that my Revo remap has now been removed  :cry: :sad:

Time to email Revo to find out!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 29 September 2015, 21:12
Finally got to the bottom of my leaky turbo, a nut on the waste gate valve was to blame, fixed free of charge, thanks extended warrenty, serviced as well free of charge, Thanks service plan.

But i do believe that my Revo remap has now been removed  :cry: :sad:

Time to email Revo to find out!

Glad you've got to the bottom of the leak Whitehawk.  Hope you get your Revo back on, you'll miss that, for sure!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Ozzie826 on 29 September 2015, 22:25
Done a few things today changed my lights took the gti badge and added a little thing to my vw logo hope to hear your thoughts.

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn4/ozzie8262/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG-20150917-WA0005_zpsbvnhhrtf.jpeg) (http://s300.photobucket.com/user/ozzie8262/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG-20150917-WA0005_zpsbvnhhrtf.jpeg.html)



(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn4/ozzie8262/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20150929_220435_zpswl5akzot.jpg) (http://s300.photobucket.com/user/ozzie8262/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20150929_220435_zpswl5akzot.jpg.html)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Norvwich on 25 October 2015, 08:26
Took delivery of some Audi TTRS front brakes and calipers. Probably should have checked to see if they will fit under the BBS LM's first, but I guess its a good excuse for new wheels if they dont?!? I am trial fitting them next week and then sending them to these guys for an overhaul and paint in Brembo red- ill post some pictures up when they are on.

http://www.brakecaliperspecialists.uk/ (http://www.brakecaliperspecialists.uk/)

Cant wait  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 25 October 2015, 11:13
Finally got to the bottom of my leaky turbo, a nut on the waste gate valve was to blame, fixed free of charge, thanks extended warrenty, serviced as well free of charge, Thanks service plan.

But i do believe that my Revo remap has now been removed  :cry: :sad:

Time to email Revo to find out!
glad to hear the oil leaks gone.

ive now got another  :sad: oils running down the edge of the manual gearbox from somewere. It carnt be the box as that parts dry (flywheel side) and it looks dry in there.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 03 November 2015, 10:26
Finally got to the bottom of my leaky turbo, a nut on the waste gate valve was to blame, fixed free of charge, thanks extended warrenty, serviced as well free of charge, Thanks service plan.

But i do believe that my Revo remap has now been removed  :cry: :sad:

Time to email Revo to find out!

Your map should still be there really. The map it wrote to the ECU and doesn't disappear if the battery is removed. It will only have been removed if they have wrote over it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 11 November 2015, 16:28
Rear brakes are quite worn so went out and bought some Brembo rear disks from GSF and Textar pads from ECP today. This is the combo that I'm running on the front and they work really well with no squeals and are lasting well. It was on my hunt for disks that I discovered GTI's from 2011 onwards actually have smaller disks than before; 286mm for 09-10 Mk6 GTI's vs 272mm for 2011 and later. Bit weird but they still work fine and it's a bit less unsprung mass i guess  :grin:

Should have them fitted at some point next week.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: FBASH1R on 13 November 2015, 12:43
(http://i683.photobucket.com/albums/vv192/Faisal_Petrolhed_Bashir/image_zps64narzlw.jpeg) (http://s683.photobucket.com/user/Faisal_Petrolhed_Bashir/media/image_zps64narzlw.jpeg.html)

Put my private plate on...getting all sorts of looks...screw faces to smiles haha
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 13 November 2015, 14:32
^^^ Oh dear  :sad:

Each to there own and all that, but those sort of manipulated plates make it look like you couldn't afford the one you really wanted.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: FBASH1R on 14 November 2015, 00:49
^^^ Oh dear  :sad:

Each to there own and all that, but those sort of manipulated plates make it look like you couldn't afford the one you really wanted.

I knew somebody would come along and write something as silly as your comment...i could say the same for you buying a gt tdi instead of a gtd or gti because you could afford one? firstly im not stupid enough to spend big money on a number plate...secondly..if a specific plate you want isnt available it doesnt mean you cant afford it...
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 15 November 2015, 15:29
Ok, maybe I shouldn't have said "afford it," but it's still purporting to be something it isn't. My GT TDI isn't a make do GTI. My GTi covers that base.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 16 November 2015, 18:59
(http://i683.photobucket.com/albums/vv192/Faisal_Petrolhed_Bashir/image_zps64narzlw.jpeg) (http://s683.photobucket.com/user/Faisal_Petrolhed_Bashir/media/image_zps64narzlw.jpeg.html)

Put my private plate on...getting all sorts of looks...screw faces to smiles haha

What you going to say when the cops pull you over though?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: FBASH1R on 16 November 2015, 23:26
Theyve been behind me and seen it..nothings happened...yes its manipulated but ive seen some that are WAY more worse...and they still have theres on
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SunnyGTI on 17 November 2015, 22:36
It's your car mate. Your plate. Your money. So spend your money on what you enjoy

Just be cautious with the police...as they did a big crackdown on dodgy plates in my area and lots of people got fines! :/
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 18 November 2015, 19:31
Theyve been behind me and seen it..nothings happened...yes its manipulated but ive seen some that are WAY more worse...and they still have theres on

As above, if you get a cop in a bad mood....fines coming your way. I hope your running at least stage 2, if not people might think "boosted"....to what....210bhp

 :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 19 November 2015, 08:19
Or BD05 TCD, (that is supposed to look like BOOSTED) as in stolen.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: FBASH1R on 19 November 2015, 11:37
Or BD05 TCD, (that is supposed to look like BOOSTED) as in stolen.

As in stolen?? that don't even make sense
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: FBASH1R on 19 November 2015, 11:52
It's your car mate. Your plate. Your money. So spend your money on what you enjoy

Just be cautious with the police...as they did a big crackdown on dodgy plates in my area and lots of people got fines! :/

Precisely what I was thinking I paid peanuts for the plate so I don't see why I should put it on..it's obvious that I might get a cop pull me over...same way when you put your foot down...you don't drive fast to get caught do you? you be cautious of police..I've seen some plates with non legal fonts and huge gaps and they still have theirs on..so far I've had police behind me in front of me looking at me ..zero problems ...yh  I might get a day when I'll have a.bad cop...but that's my problem ..that I'll have to deal with.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 19 November 2015, 12:01
Or BD05 TCD, (that is supposed to look like BOOSTED) as in stolen.

As in stolen?? that don't even make sense

Google it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: FBASH1R on 19 November 2015, 12:08
I didn't know putting a screw to make a c look like an e will mean your car is stolen...explain what you mean ?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: FBASH1R on 19 November 2015, 12:09
Theyve been behind me and seen it..nothings happened...yes its manipulated but ive seen some that are WAY more worse...and they still have theres on

As above, if you get a cop in a bad mood....fines coming your way. I hope your running at least stage 2, if not people might think "boosted"....to what....210bhp

 :grin: :grin



firstly not everybody knows my car is running standard power...if I embarass someone in a faster car(which I have already done) to them they think my car is boosted....secondly I just recently bought the car and have other priorities where I need to be spending my money...just like you when you bought yours I will tune it once I have the funds...instead of grinning away how bout a compliment? I only saw a handful of people welcome me when I uploaded I'm a new owner ? you should know it's not about how much power your running...it's about how you drive with what power you have...I was actually going to just stay at stage 1 but now that your laughing at my car being standard I'm thinking about going stage 2.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 19 November 2015, 12:23
I didn't know putting a screw to make a c look like an e will mean your car is stolen...explain what you mean ?

Google the 'Boosted' bit.

Don't feel hard done by either, just because you didn't get a big welcome. Many people only ever look at the sections to do with their own cars and never bother with the general areas.

Also if you post something on an open forum, you have to accept that some people may not like or agree with it. That's the whole point of forums. They are a place to discuss things and share views. Just because I think your number plate looks rubbish, doesn't mean I'm right or wrong, but there's no need to be offended by it or try and justify your choices to me.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 19 November 2015, 13:06
Theyve been behind me and seen it..nothings happened...yes its manipulated but ive seen some that are WAY more worse...and they still have theres on

As above, if you get a cop in a bad mood....fines coming your way. I hope your running at least stage 2, if not people might think "boosted"....to what....210bhp

 :grin: :grin



firstly not everybody knows my car is running standard power...if I embarass someone in a faster car(which I have already done) to them they think my car is boosted....secondly I just recently bought the car and have other priorities where I need to be spending my money...just like you when you bought yours I will tune it once I have the funds...instead of grinning away how bout a compliment? I only saw a handful of people welcome me when I uploaded I'm a new owner ? you should know it's not about how much power your running...it's about how you drive with what power you have...I was actually going to just stay at stage 1 but now that your laughing at my car being standard I'm thinking about going stage 2.

I was in no way laughing at your car mate, its look quality. I was just saying that if you have a plate saying "BOOSTED" you would generally expect the car to be running quite a high boost levels.

And also, Welcome to the forum  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 19 November 2015, 17:39
Tried and failed to install my new rear discs and pads. Got them out and discs all cleaned up with brake cleaner:
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5639/23149866331_de3029c491_b.jpg)

Love that on these Brembo discs the non-mating faces are already painted. Saves me a job!
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5811/22719798297_93c52b0340_b.jpg)

Car jacked up, wheel off and calliper retaining bolts out. Slid the calliper off, got the pads out and then went to take off the calliper frame and was presented with this:
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5643/22525690853_eef2814645_b.jpg)

M14 splined bit needed and did I have one? Of course I didn't! Could have tried using a 3/8 extension bar but didn't want to strip it so had to put everything back together and drive down to local Halfrauds. By the time I got back it was tipping it down with rain so I left it for today. Off to stay with friends for a couple of days so hopefully Sunday's weather will be ok and I can get it done then. Anyway sure there's a lesson to be learnt here  :laugh: Which is that Halfords really need to put an M14 splined bit in their 200 piece socket set  :whistle:

If anyone wants to know what tools are needed for rear brake discs and pads then I'll be sure to make a list for them and save someone else the same mistake!

P.S Yes i have piston rewind tool before anyone asks  :tongue:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 19 November 2015, 22:21
^^^^^ Had that problem my self mate. When i first got my old MK5 GTI i always watched videos for job in hand first, even if i thought i knew how to do it. You always end up picking up a tip or seeing an extra tool you might need.

Good luck on Sunday though  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 21 November 2015, 11:14
Didnt realise you had to take the carrier off to get the discs on past it. I cannot remember taking  them off on mine off on the leon when i did it but i may have.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: AntGTD on 23 November 2015, 22:32
Not today but last week. Sold it :(
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: The ANT on 24 November 2015, 13:10
I didn't do it and it wasn't today, but on Friday some sod backed into mine, and drove off. So next week I'll be a few hundred quid out of pocket. Money I needed for 4 new tyres and a service isn't far away either.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mustard on 26 November 2015, 17:04
Put my winter wheels/tyres on, ready for our trip, daughter tells me there is 300mm of snow in Denmark.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rgdogg on 26 November 2015, 20:33
Just had a pioneer avic f70 dab installed! Would of liked an rns510 dab but with the costs involved and the likely hood of it being nicked I chose the pioneer, well pleased with it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 06 December 2015, 15:42
Finally got some time to get those rear brakes sorted after being too busy for the past few weekends:

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5788/22934924554_d44039f597_b.jpg)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/625/22936082503_6cb822e30d_b.jpg)
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5735/23195214559_a5b9b66f46_b.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: VWhitehawk on 16 December 2015, 20:12
Realised that I have neglected it for a long time, hammering it down country lanes not realising until my "friendly" police officer told me that he was struggling to read my number plate.

But I'll carry on having funk for now.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MartinrobGTi on 21 December 2015, 22:13
Gave it a mich needed clean today, also tried clay bar for the first time, came up awesome! 👍
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: MartinrobGTi on 26 December 2015, 17:57
Guys, what's the best oil to put in a mk6 golf gti? I know this has probably been discussed before but just bare with me. Castrol edge 5w30? Or quantum longlife 5w30? Also can anyone say what needs to be done on my next service? Will be on 54,000miles by then. Just an oil & filter change? Thanks
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 26 December 2015, 18:20
"wanted" to wash it.. but seems the weather is against that idea  :whistle: Might try with a wash tomorrow and a new video :laugh:  kinda hooked to this youtube thing haha (sad i know..) :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 28 December 2015, 16:52
Did a little cold start up vid.  :grin: :laugh:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQJy_GAebeA
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jord91 on 28 December 2015, 19:48
Did a little cold start up vid.  :grin: :laugh:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQJy_GAebeA
:rolleyes:

where u get your little german badge on boot ?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 28 December 2015, 22:12
Did a little cold start up vid.  :grin: :laugh:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQJy_GAebeA
:rolleyes:

where u get your little german badge on boot ?

hi mate, i got them from the link below. They come in a pack of two i think! :whistle:  Like a gel type material. Really sticky. Just used a hair dryer before on the panel and the sticker. Havent came off in two year and i use the power washer over them! decent buy!

http://www.eurobadgez.com/euro_badges.html
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jord91 on 28 December 2015, 22:54
cheers mate nice gti you got there do you have any mods?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 29 December 2015, 00:09
cheers mate nice gti you got there do you have any mods?

Thanks mate. you got a youtube channel? and just cosmetic mods. Matt black badges from & back. Door sill protectors (carbon fibre look) and window deflectors (heko). No tuning done. :whistle:  metal pressed plates and some leds in the interior too  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Gtiless on 30 December 2015, 22:48
I called at the main dealer for the last service in my service deal- they sent me a video flagging a couple of  issues,front brake pads at 70% worn,fair enough. Then rear near side and o/side  tyres worn, at 4mm. Mmmm.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Db4193 on 30 December 2015, 23:42
I called at the main dealer for the last service in my service deal- they sent me a video flagging a couple of  issues,front brake pads at 70% worn,fair enough. Then rear near side and o/side  tyres worn, at 4mm. Mmmm.

They always do that its just chancing people won't know as much and will just replace them. Suppose in a sense they won't see you for a year so now is their chance to try get your money :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 01 January 2016, 12:56
Had little bit fun with the go pro.

(http://i65.tinypic.com/28am9mp.jpg)

(http://i68.tinypic.com/besux1.jpg)

Few videos posted online if anyone is interested  :whistle:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQrmJSLExiep1grqCtFwRbg/videos 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: chris1h on 01 January 2016, 13:09
(http://i64.tinypic.com/2ms4q50.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jonny_D_1987 on 01 January 2016, 21:50
Losing the will to live with this really annoying boot rattle mainly at low speeds  in my GT TDI :(
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 02 January 2016, 22:34
Look at altering the boot stops (they just turn to go raise or lower and also look at lubricating the rubber seal.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 02 January 2016, 22:35
Not today but Christmas got in the way.

Had all new suspension on my 59 GTD (kept it standard but had Boge fitted) as two were leaking.

Had it's MOT as well and passed (the suspension was done ahead of as we knew it would be a fail)

Now 6 year old and still a head turner (IMO)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JC on 03 January 2016, 11:27
Proved it would fit in the garage, means theres space when  ________ arrives soon  :whistle:

(http://i427.photobucket.com/albums/pp359/chuffs69/CA5DAB3A-8FBA-447B-9163-9D974EE7D80F.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jonny_D_1987 on 03 January 2016, 21:46
Look at altering the boot stops (they just turn to go raise or lower and also look at lubricating the rubber seal.

Thanks will have a go at this tomorrow, so frustrating  :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 04 January 2016, 14:56
Just remembered it needs MOTing before Friday.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Pinky1959 on 04 January 2016, 17:35
Got a couple of  hours dry and deep cleansed the bonnet and roof of wifes car then 2 coats of a/glym srp and one coat of exp sealant  then it started raining again .
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Dipesh2031 on 04 January 2016, 18:12
Guys, what's the best oil to put in a mk6 golf gti? I know this has probably been discussed before but just bare with me. Castrol edge 5w30? Or quantum longlife 5w30? Also can anyone say what needs to be done on my next service? Will be on 54,000miles by then. Just an oil & filter change? Thanks

You want the very best oil. every tuner, even mechanics I know, all recommend millers nanodrive CFS 5w-40 for the gti and many other cars including diesels, this is the best oil by far, theres dyno proven figures and it really does protect more than your average oil. if you want more power and torque and want the added security of running a thicker weight (but with lower friction) I'd get some, costs around £55 online with free delivery and is the best. I did dyno runs before and after I gained 4bhp (note mustang dyno so much more accurate), not loads, but worth it knowing I can drive on track and fast etc etc
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 09 January 2016, 21:39
Ordered some new boots for it, 4x Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3. Have the old 2's on at the min so interested to find out how these new versions compare :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Db4193 on 10 January 2016, 03:39
Ordered some new boots for it, 4x Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3. Have the old 2's on at the min so interested to find out how these new versions compare :)

Where did you get them from? Haven't seen them on any of the usual sites when I've looked.
Been tempted by pilot supersports after ats said they can do all 4 supplies and fitted for 460 :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 10 January 2016, 19:46
Tyreleader had them in 225/40 R18 92Y and I paid £320 for the set
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jonny_D_1987 on 12 January 2016, 20:41
Look at altering the boot stops (they just turn to go raise or lower and also look at lubricating the rubber seal.

Thanks will have a go at this tomorrow, so frustrating  :undecided:

Buck you absolute legend! Did this yesterday, popped the boot stops 2 or 3 notches sorted, THANKS! :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: gaurav_aidasani on 18 January 2016, 08:52
MOTed over weekend. VW price matched kwik fit and got it done for 30 quid + free 34 point VWs visual 'inspection' whatever that is

Sailed through
:)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 29 January 2016, 12:16
Just had my geometry checked and four new Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3s fitted at Blackouts/Wheels In Motion in Chesham. Great place, left them this review on Google if you're interested:

Just got back from Blackboots/Wheels In Motion after I booked in for a geometry check and tyre fitting. Completely faultless service in my opinion. Work was carried out quickly and to a very high standard. No concerns about these guys damaging wheels during tyre fitment like I have with so many other places. Adjustments made to suspension geometry explained and printout received of before and after measurements. Very friendly and knowledgable staff. Waiting area is great, large windows all around to see the work being done to your vehicle, and TV, magazines and coffee all available to enjoy on the comfy sofa. Wouldn't hesitate to use again and highly recommend.

Too early to say much about how the new tyres compare to the old versions apart from the rim protection doesn't seem as good to me. On the geometry side, all was good apart from a small front toe adjustment. Will post a pic of the printout up later! Plus the car had a clean yesterday so it's really getting treated at the min! Haha  :cool:
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=274783.msg2529804#msg2529804 (http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=274783.msg2529804#msg2529804)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 28 February 2016, 23:39
Px'ed it for a Mk7 R bit gutted but really looking forward to my new car. Time to start stripping it down and putting it back to standard, lots of goodies for sale!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 29 February 2016, 07:58
Px'ed it for a Mk7 R bit gutted but really looking forward to my new car. Time to start stripping it down and putting it back to standard, lots of goodies for sale!

Sad to see the Mk6 go, but welcome to the 7R club.  :cool:  Factory order, used?  What spec you got Obbzi.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 01 March 2016, 02:41
It was going to be a factory order but I got offered a ridiculous deal on one they had in stock, unregistered and had to go today (before March 1st) technically it is a 16 plate I picked a reg etc but it is registered as a 65 plate. Had everything I wanted and few extras. Taking it easy in it until its got a few miles on it lol!
Lapiz blue, 5 door, DSG, Nav, 19" Pretoria's  are the main things
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adycakes on 01 March 2016, 09:01
Px'ed it for a Mk7 R bit gutted but really looking forward to my new car. Time to start stripping it down and putting it back to standard, lots of goodies for sale!

Congrats on the MK7 R, really is a lovely motor! :D

Do let us know what parts you might have for sale, as I may well be interested.

Cheers,
Ady
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 03 March 2016, 14:45
I've listed them all in the classifieds, just waiting for the Milltek to be removed
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: gaurav_aidasani on 06 March 2016, 19:09
Took it for a 200 mile drive up to the midlands and back. Combination of motorway miles (mostly) and a fair few countryside B roads made me fall in love with the car again. Had forgotten what a great all rounder they are, from a comfortable cruiser & mile muncher to a B road hot hatch.

Also took the opportunity to treat the car with some Redline S-1 engine cleaner recommended by a fellow member. Averaged 35mpg there and 40 on the way back, and can feel better engine/throttle response.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 07 March 2016, 20:25
Had the brake fluid changed and the car MOT'd by Lincoln Volkswagen Specialists. Sailed through with no advisories again, I love this car! :grin:

Great service from the guys at the aforementioned garage too, guy I spoke to this morning has a Mk5 GTI making close to 400hp! Always good to deal with enthusiasts!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: gaurav_aidasani on 07 March 2016, 22:35
Bet that thing torque steers like a pig!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mike. on 10 March 2016, 21:14
Sold it  :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: golfhappy on 11 March 2016, 00:27
Sold it  :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry:

Hell Mike where am i going to get my technical advice now!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mike. on 11 March 2016, 18:40
I'm still hangin' around, gonna miss this car as it has been faultless for 6 years and 70K miles.
Just serviced it, put petrol in it and put tyres on it and the paintwork is in as good condition as it was when new.

Still on the original tensioner but it still sounds perfect on startup so looks like I escaped that one


Jumping ship to Audi (S3), so I'm going to have to learn to drive an inch from peoples bumper  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 11 March 2016, 22:57
Not want I did to my mk6 today but what I did to the VW Rotary wheels today that I had on my mk6; cleaned them up ready for sale and advertised them in the classifieds section of this forum;

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=277236.0
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 13 March 2016, 19:21
Gave mine a wash and it changed back from being white/grey to lovely deep black again !! :cool:

Just about to order two new summer tyres then think about when I am going to change my alloys back over to summers(probably mid-April).

When I do, the winters are going to be sent off for a full refurb as they are in need.

(PS I spotted @SRGTD has his Rotary's for sale - so tempted but not sure they will look  :cool: :cool: against black)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 20 March 2016, 16:46
Took it out to Pistonheads Sunday Service at Mercedes World Brooklands. Pics here: http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=277320.msg2534419#msg2534419 (http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=277320.msg2534419#msg2534419)

Anyone on here own the nice black MK6 GTI?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 20 March 2016, 17:16
Annual VW service and MOT.

They used a different type of bolt on the sump. It always has had a bolt type for the past 6 year. They have used a hex slot type this time. It better not leak.  Hope it is the same thread and fitment and they have not damaged the sump...

Old type
(http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/i9gAAOxySoJTTWi4/$_1.JPG)

New type
(http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTM1MVgxNDAw/z/BxMAAOSwFqJWj6V1/$_3.JPG)

Also detailed the car before it went in so looked as good as new.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 20 March 2016, 18:21
No pics of your freshly detailed car Snoopy?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: gaurav_aidasani on 20 March 2016, 19:53
Took it to Pistonheads Sunday service at Mercedes Benz. Great turn out but surprised by the lack of GTIs/Rs

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 20 March 2016, 21:57
No pics of your freshly detailed car Snoopy?
I just used my phone and they didnt come out very well. :sad:

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Mobile%20Uploads/20160317_113210-1.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 20 March 2016, 23:47
No pics of your freshly detailed car Snoopy?
I just used my phone and they didnt come out very well. :sad:

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Mobile%20Uploads/20160317_113210-1.jpg)

That looks amazing snoopy. :cool:  What a shine and gloss you've achieved. :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Garhan on 21 March 2016, 07:47
Very nice car Snoopy.Regards the sump plug,the new one you have there is the correct one.
The early mk6 was fitted with the old type and was found to cause leeks on some cars,so was
Changed to the smaller one with the copper washer,the washer on the other one was not soft enough.

My wife has a mk6 1.4tsi and it has the older type,because the sump is made of a different mix of alloy.
That's the info supplied from my dealer parts department anyway.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 21 March 2016, 07:47
Took it to Pistonheads Sunday service at Mercedes Benz. Great turn out but surprised by the lack of GTIs/Rs

Yours must've been the black Mk6 GTI then? Car looked lovely
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 21 March 2016, 07:48
No pics of your freshly detailed car Snoopy?
I just used my phone and they didnt come out very well. :sad:

(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/flogitg/Mobile%20Uploads/20160317_113210-1.jpg)

Looks fantastic!!!!  :cool: :cool: :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 21 March 2016, 16:04
Very nice car Snoopy.Regards the sump plug,the new one you have there is the correct one.
The early mk6 was fitted with the old type and was found to cause leeks on some cars,so was
Changed to the smaller one with the copper washer,the washer on the other one was not soft enough.

My wife has a mk6 1.4tsi and it has the older type,because the sump is made of a different mix of alloy.
That's the info supplied from my dealer parts department anyway.
thanks

thanks everyone for the coments. The blue is a pain to photograph
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Booth11 on 21 March 2016, 16:25
Very nice car Snoopy.Regards the sump plug,the new one you have there is the correct one.
The early mk6 was fitted with the old type and was found to cause leeks on some cars,so was
Changed to the smaller one with the copper washer,the washer on the other one was not soft enough.

My wife has a mk6 1.4tsi and it has the older type,because the sump is made of a different mix of alloy.
That's the info supplied from my dealer parts department anyway.
thanks

thanks everyone for the coments. The blue is a pain to photograph

I think you've captured it very well indeed.  It's a much nicer colour that the mk7 Night Blue 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: gaurav_aidasani on 21 March 2016, 22:57
Took it to Pistonheads Sunday service at Mercedes Benz. Great turn out but surprised by the lack of GTIs/Rs

Yours must've been the black Mk6 GTI then? Car looked lovely

Thanks, yes that was me. You turned up in your red GTI? Only recall seeing one but with non LED rear lights, I thought LED rears came as standard from 2011 onwards?

There was also a lovely red mk2 there.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 22 March 2016, 11:38
Took it to Pistonheads Sunday service at Mercedes Benz. Great turn out but surprised by the lack of GTIs/Rs

Yours must've been the black Mk6 GTI then? Car looked lovely

Thanks, yes that was me. You turned up in your red GTI? Only recall seeing one but with non LED rear lights, I thought LED rears came as standard from 2011 onwards?

There was also a lovely red mk2 there.

Yeah I was in my red car, although it was filthy so more brown than red! Don't remember seeing another red Mk6 but mine definitely has LED rears. Only pic of mine from the event:
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1683/25852209362_51b537a27c_h.jpg)

I left about 11 so early but don't remember seeing that red Mk2. From memory there was your black Mk6, a black Mk5 on air, a supercharged Mk5 R32 and a blue Mk2 on the grass at the back.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Jonny_D_1987 on 06 April 2016, 16:26
Considering buying these for mine - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/18-2016-GOLF-GTI-CLUBSPORT-STYLE-ALLOY-WHEELS-FIT-VW-GOLF-MK5-6-7-JETTA-5573-G-/252272499445?hash=item3abc9cdaf5:g:6JoAAOSwbwlXAezA

Completely fell in love when i seen them at the Geneva car show

Should I or shouldnt i?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Obbzi on 06 April 2016, 18:41
Considering buying these for mine - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/18-2016-GOLF-GTI-CLUBSPORT-STYLE-ALLOY-WHEELS-FIT-VW-GOLF-MK5-6-7-JETTA-5573-G-/252272499445?hash=item3abc9cdaf5:g:6JoAAOSwbwlXAezA

Completely fell in love when i seen them at the Geneva car show

Should I or shouldnt i?

Would be interesting to see what they look like on a Mk6
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: R15NDO on 08 April 2016, 23:31
New on here!

Got my res delete done today. Doesn't sound too bad for now
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 11 April 2016, 17:12
Took all the wheels off and sealed them with Gtechniq C5  :cool:.

Uncovered some oil leaks while giving the car a check over though  :sad:

Gearbox to engine seal
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1703/26098710040_e6b886eace_h.jpg)
Around the sump and lower timing case cover
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1603/25766722084_4b09863102_h.jpg)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1468/26279195702_f9212f742b_h.jpg)

Also lots of oil around the diverter valve, need to do the pcv dipstick test to find out if it's pcv or diverter and will change that at some point this week when I have my hands on a new one. Hoping I can run with the other leaks until I'm getting the timing chains and tensioners done in around 3500 miles. None of them are dripping yet, just seeps so far.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 11 April 2016, 17:58
If that was mine I would be buying some brake cleaner, spray it all over there as it simply removes all the oil with no elbow grease needed  then check it again a week later to find exact location of the leaks.
Please keep me upto date on the cause when you find out. 

Seen quite a few leak from the rear main seal now :cry:
Bit of info for others.

http://shopdap.com/rear-main-seal-failure-on-vw-and-audi-2-0t-tsi-engines/

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 11 April 2016, 18:38
Done the dipstick test for the PCV valve and idle does not change so bad PCV. This must be causing all the other leaks with excess crankcase pressure.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 11 April 2016, 18:40
If that was mine I would be buying some brake cleaner, spray it all over there as it simply removes all the oil with no elbow grease needed  then check it again a week later to find exact location of the leaks.
Please keep me upto date on the cause when you find out. 

Seen quite a few leak from the rear main seal now :cry:
Bit of info for others.

http://shopdap.com/rear-main-seal-failure-on-vw-and-audi-2-0t-tsi-engines/

Thanks for the advice Snoop, I'm gonna get the PCV changed and then do this and find out how bad they are with the new valve installed and working properly.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 12 April 2016, 12:13
Had the diverter valve out today and it all looked as new so that will stay in. I've got a 'G' revision diaphragm type, I'm aware there were problems with the diaphragms on the 'C' revision so a lot of people changed to the 'D' piston type. Not sure if there'd be any benefit going from a G to a D though.

Ordered a new PCV valve 06H 103 495 AD (£78.20) and breather pipe 06J 103 213 E (£22.40) which it's advised to change as well due to the likelihood of broken tabs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQEciqR1ST8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQEciqR1ST8). Next day delivery so will be able to fit them tomorrow.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Blackmass on 12 April 2016, 13:20
Not today but Sunday morning. Caught the kerb.   :cry:


(http://i1381.photobucket.com/albums/ah204/robert39minors/IMAG0206_zps6cduvsym.jpg) (http://s1381.photobucket.com/user/robert39minors/media/IMAG0206_zps6cduvsym.jpg.html)

Can anyone recommend someone to have a look at it in the Cannock area?
I don't know whether or not it will need a full refurb, gutted.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 12 April 2016, 18:42
Had the diverter valve out today and it all looked as new so that will stay in. I've got a 'G' revision diaphragm type, I'm aware there were problems with the diaphragms on the 'C' revision so a lot of people changed to the 'D' piston type. Not sure if there'd be any benefit going from a G to a D though.

Ordered a new PCV valve 06H 103 495 AD (£78.20) and breather pipe 06J 103 213 E (£22.40) which it's advised to change as well due to the likelihood of broken tabs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQEciqR1ST8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQEciqR1ST8). Next day delivery so will be able to fit them tomorrow.
Thats cheaper than I thought they would be.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 13 April 2016, 17:30
Picked up my new PCV valve and pipe this morning. Checking the parts over I noticed that the part no. on the valve had the 'AD' revision hand etched to the end of the part no. Is this normal practice? I'm guessing it's an earlier revision upgraded to an AD?

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1562/26384050736_174b278701_h.jpg)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1642/25805135824_93df8aabeb_h.jpg)

Fitted them both after lunch, nice and easy to change. Car is now unhappy to idle with the dipstick quickly pulled out while running, indicating new PCV valve is working. Leaks cleaned up and I'll monitor them over the rest of the week and weekend.

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1538/26317636602_379afcf633_h.jpg)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1696/25807222833_c121f9a02c_h.jpg)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1615/26409968245_7b7d77b153_h.jpg)

After checking the old valve out, I can't seem to find much wrong with it apart from one of the springs being stiff. Both diaphragms still intact. Engine does seem to idle slightly better now though.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 13 April 2016, 19:19
Did you get it from a VW main dealer/TPS or by a third party?
ive seen numbers like thay before on parts.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 13 April 2016, 21:20
VW main dealer, Lancaster Volkswagen in Letchworth
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: gaurav_aidasani on 24 April 2016, 20:58
Put her up for sale :cry:

Turned it back to stock so will have some goodies up for sale soon

LED Tail lights
Bluefin Superchips map
K&N panel filter
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mike. on 25 April 2016, 11:43
The Bluefin Map is not transferable so you're probably better leaving it on it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: topaz36 on 18 May 2016, 19:40
(http://i233.photobucket.com/albums/ee285/toppa33/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG-20160517-WA0002.jpeg) (http://s233.photobucket.com/user/toppa33/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG-20160517-WA0002.jpeg.html)

Took it for a run with the new filter fitted.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 25 May 2016, 21:38
Now at 80K so had the DSG service done at Lancaster VW Letchworth. Always had great service there and they couldn't be faulted today either.

Ready for the next 40K!  :smiley: :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 27 May 2016, 19:25
add something to the for sale section  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 11 July 2016, 08:00
Came close to px'ing it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adycakes on 11 July 2016, 11:24
Came close to px'ing it.

Me too! Mostly because I had a fuel injector failure on the way home from holiday on Friday which left us stranded 90 miles from home.  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Medic1281 on 11 July 2016, 13:30
SOLD IT!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 29 September 2016, 22:12
Had the diverter valve out today and it all looked as new so that will stay in. I've got a 'G' revision diaphragm type, I'm aware there were problems with the diaphragms on the 'C' revision so a lot of people changed to the 'D' piston type. Not sure if there'd be any benefit going from a G to a D though.

Ordered a new PCV valve 06H 103 495 AD (£78.20) and breather pipe 06J 103 213 E (£22.40) which it's advised to change as well due to the likelihood of broken tabs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQEciqR1ST8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQEciqR1ST8). Next day delivery so will be able to fit them tomorrow.
Asked about buying this today from VW dealer for my 2010 model. Oddly being told mine would be a 06H 103 495 D for a new one and the car would be fitted with a A version from the factory.
 When I looked at the one on the car it was version E.

Haven't ordered yet as bit confused.  :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 30 September 2016, 11:45
Had the diverter valve out today and it all looked as new so that will stay in. I've got a 'G' revision diaphragm type, I'm aware there were problems with the diaphragms on the 'C' revision so a lot of people changed to the 'D' piston type. Not sure if there'd be any benefit going from a G to a D though.

Ordered a new PCV valve 06H 103 495 AD (£78.20) and breather pipe 06J 103 213 E (£22.40) which it's advised to change as well due to the likelihood of broken tabs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQEciqR1ST8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQEciqR1ST8). Next day delivery so will be able to fit them tomorrow.
Asked about buying this today from VW dealer for my 2010 model. Oddly being told mine would be a 06H 103 495 D for a new one and the car would be fitted with a A version from the factory.
 When I looked at the one on the car it was version E.

Haven't ordered yet as bit confused.  :sad:

Have you had the car from new Snoopy? Ie there's no chance it was changed before your ownership?

Unfortunately my ETKA isn't working at present otherwise I'd have a look at numbers for you. If I manage to get it working I'll have a check..
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: juwivive on 30 September 2016, 16:35
Booked it in for a minor service and an MOT.  The dealer originally said it would cost £220 or something, but I pointed out that the website said it would only be £199.  They thought about it for a while and confirmed the lower price.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 02 October 2016, 07:49
Had the diverter valve out today and it all looked as new so that will stay in. I've got a 'G' revision diaphragm type, I'm aware there were problems with the diaphragms on the 'C' revision so a lot of people changed to the 'D' piston type. Not sure if there'd be any benefit going from a G to a D though.

Ordered a new PCV valve 06H 103 495 AD (£78.20) and breather pipe 06J 103 213 E (£22.40) which it's advised to change as well due to the likelihood of broken tabs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQEciqR1ST8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQEciqR1ST8). Next day delivery so will be able to fit them tomorrow.
Asked about buying this today from VW dealer for my 2010 model. Oddly being told mine would be a 06H 103 495 D for a new one and the car would be fitted with a A version from the factory.
 When I looked at the one on the car it was version E.

Haven't ordered yet as bit confused.  :sad:

Have you had the car from new Snoopy? Ie there's no chance it was changed before your ownership?

Unfortunately my ETKA isn't working at present otherwise I'd have a look at numbers for you. If I manage to get it working I'll have a check..
Thanks. If you need the chassis number to verify I can PM you it.
Yes ive had my car siince new and the date stamp on the part is actually 12/09 so never changed without me knowing either.
Its a March 2010 car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Pld118 on 02 October 2016, 17:44
Prepared it for a private sale... Looking very nice indeed!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Pld118 on 06 October 2016, 21:28
Having polished the Windows inside and out to compliment the detailing I'd done last weekend, got flagged down by someone alongside me at traffic lights asking how old the car was, complimenting how nice it looked and asking how much someone would pay for one of those... Never happened to me in all my years of driving.  Don't like attracting attention but a refreshing change for someone to say something nice.  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: sajymundo on 15 October 2016, 11:03
Just done 100,000 miles and filled up with BP Ultimate for a change rather than the usual shell v power.  Best car I have ever owned and still feels amazing to drive.  Would give it a wash but the Glasgow weather is not playing ball.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: juwivive on 19 October 2016, 19:08
Had a minor service done and an MOT (£199 total).  The rear discs and pads are 80% worn according to the paperwork.  I'm planning on getting something new in time for a 17 plate, so I'm hoping they last 'til then.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 23 October 2016, 09:11
Not strickly a what i have done but.

Due to dieing of man cold/flu laying awake most the night thinking should I sell it. :undecided:

I love the way it looks especially but im simply not using it. :undecided:
Its done less than 16k total in 6.5 years and less than 100miles this year!
A change of circumstances has not helped this year useage granted.
The mk6 GTI keeps getting left in the garage and the leon used instead as I dont care about were I park it or how I use the leon.
So the leon gets filled with all the garden crap, house renovated stuff, car restoration parts and deals with the weekly shopping trips etc while the mk6 seems to be keeping the mk1 company in the garage.
Its one of those head v hart decisions I guess.



Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: RocketRossUK on 25 October 2016, 22:20
Not strickly a what i have done but.

Due to dieing of man cold/flu laying awake most the night thinking should I sell it. :undecided:

I love the way it looks especially but im simply not using it. :undecided:
Its done less than 16k total in 6.5 years and less than 100miles this year!
A change of circumstances has not helped this year useage granted.
The mk6 GTI keeps getting left in the garage and the leon used instead as I dont care about were I park it or how I use the leon.
So the leon gets filled with all the garden crap, house renovated stuff, car restoration parts and deals with the weekly shopping trips etc while the mk6 seems to be keeping the mk1 company in the garage.
Its one of those head v hart decisions I guess.

This is a real shame Snoopy, dont you even use at the weekends for a quick blast around....make time for her
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: danheath1312 on 26 October 2016, 00:26
Bit overkill but you know when something just bugs you and you NEED to get it done...

Drove from Preston to Stoke purely to borrow my Dad's ramps, jack and torque wrench so I could take my wheels off in order to polish my calipers. Now they look a completely new shade of red.

Can't believe how quickly grime builds up on them! especially the front ones.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 26 October 2016, 08:50
Not strickly a what i have done but.

Due to dieing of man cold/flu laying awake most the night thinking should I sell it. :undecided:

I love the way it looks especially but im simply not using it. :undecided:
Its done less than 16k total in 6.5 years and less than 100miles this year!
A change of circumstances has not helped this year useage granted.
The mk6 GTI keeps getting left in the garage and the leon used instead as I dont care about were I park it or how I use the leon.
So the leon gets filled with all the garden crap, house renovated stuff, car restoration parts and deals with the weekly shopping trips etc while the mk6 seems to be keeping the mk1 company in the garage.
Its one of those head v hart decisions I guess.

This is a real shame Snoopy, dont you even use at the weekends for a quick blast around....make time for her
Just don't seem to get the time sadly.
Im either working on my other cars, sorting the house out or garage building or helping friends with their cars.
Im giving myself a week or two to decide but my head is saying its an expensive depreciating asset just taking up space.
Everytime I look at it though it causes a smile especially if the sun is shinning on it when I open the garage door.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 26 October 2016, 10:31
Not strickly a what i have done but.

Due to dieing of man cold/flu laying awake most the night thinking should I sell it. :undecided:

I love the way it looks especially but im simply not using it. :undecided:
Its done less than 16k total in 6.5 years and less than 100miles this year!
A change of circumstances has not helped this year useage granted.
The mk6 GTI keeps getting left in the garage and the leon used instead as I dont care about were I park it or how I use the leon.
So the leon gets filled with all the garden crap, house renovated stuff, car restoration parts and deals with the weekly shopping trips etc while the mk6 seems to be keeping the mk1 company in the garage.
Its one of those head v hart decisions I guess.

It's a tricky one I don't like letting anything go, especially if it's not eating much grass. I didn't used to drive my Mk2 much, but since getting fed up with the whole show thing, this year I decided to drive around in it. I did around 1200 miles in it come rain or shine. It didn't do it any harm, in fact it probably did it some good. I actually got more positive attention and comments using it as a car, than I ever did sat next to it in a show field.

A friends dad has a 2000 Impreza turbo. He's had it from new and it's done less than 20,000 miles. Totally original, I don't suppose there is another like it anywhere. He rarely takes it out, but won't sell it. He couldn't bare to think of anyone else having the benefit of it for a relatively small amount of money.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: The ANT on 26 October 2016, 13:35
People are pleasantly surprised to see cars like that on the road, they expect to see them at shows. At a show its camoflaged, on the road they stand out.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 26 October 2016, 18:33
Not strickly a what i have done but.

Due to dieing of man cold/flu laying awake most the night thinking should I sell it. :undecided:

I love the way it looks especially but im simply not using it. :undecided:
Its done less than 16k total in 6.5 years and less than 100miles this year!
A change of circumstances has not helped this year useage granted.
The mk6 GTI keeps getting left in the garage and the leon used instead as I dont care about were I park it or how I use the leon.
So the leon gets filled with all the garden crap, house renovated stuff, car restoration parts and deals with the weekly shopping trips etc while the mk6 seems to be keeping the mk1 company in the garage.
Its one of those head v hart decisions I guess.

It's a tricky one I don't like letting anything go, especially if it's not eating much grass. I didn't used to drive my Mk2 much, but since getting fed up with the whole show thing, this year I decided to drive around in it. I did around 1200 miles in it come rain or shine. It didn't do it any harm, in fact it probably did it some good. I actually got more positive attention and comments using it as a car, than I ever did sat next to it in a show field.

A friends dad has a 2000 Impreza turbo. He's had it from new and it's done less than 20,000 miles. Totally original, I don't suppose there is another like it anywhere. He rarely takes it out, but won't sell it. He couldn't bare to think of anyone else having the benefit of it for a relatively small amount of money.
I too don't like letting things go.
The mk2 and the impreza  I can relate too and I have basically done the same with my 66 mini and the mk1 GTI both have probably sat a few years at one  time or another sorn in the garage.

But the mk6 GTI is maybe a bit of a different animal.
 :undecided:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 28 October 2016, 21:54
Took Dubber36 advice and made time today to just go for a drive in it. Went out for around an hour and covered 35 miles.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 29 October 2016, 16:58
Well done Snoopy. Now get it back in the garage and get it SORN'd before the end of the month.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: juwivive on 29 October 2016, 17:13
Sat in horrid traffic on the M6 before trying to agree a deal whereby it would be part-exchanged it for a new C Class Coupe.  Unfortunately we couldn't agree on figures, so I shook the salesman's hand and left.

The motorway was really annoying.  I'd be happily going at 70mph and then the overhead gantries would say 60, then 40 and traffic would then grind to a halt and we'd faff about for 15 minutes hardly moving.  All of a sudden, it would start going again as if nothing had happened.  There were no accidents, no obstructions, nothing.  The traffic moved better through the 50mph restriction between J16 and J19 than it did on the supposedly 70mph bits.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: juwivive on 30 October 2016, 13:17
Having gone on Carwow yesterday after my aborted visit to a Merc dealer yesterday and got a quote from my nearest dealer, drove over there and shook hands on a deal for the delivery of a new C Class coupe in time for the 17 plate in March next year.

They couldn't give me an exact P/X figure for my Golf for March, but the figure they'd give me today was only £100 less than my local VW dealer offered for my GTD back in May.  This was despite it being nearly six months and around 5000 miles later and them being a Mercedes dealer and not a VW one.

Carwow made it a very easy buying experience.  The salesman had my quote on his system and ready to hand and didn't once utter the words "I need to talk to my manager".  How novel.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Buck on 31 October 2016, 18:04
Had a nice weekend up in the Lakes with the family spoilt by a taxi cutting the corner on a blind bend causing me to slam all on and steer into the verge - bang!  Yes, one ruined tyre - only 3 months old :(

Managed to put the space saver on for the return journey which meant we had to avoid the motorways on the way home as it is max 50MPH on the skinny tyre.

Rather than by a new summer tyre now I decided that I would fit my winter tyres now.  Also, decided that I would put them onto my standard alloys as I've decided to sell the winter alloys rather than refurbish them.

I loaded up the car and took it to my friendly tyre fitter today. He fitted the winter tyres only to find that one of them had a bulge in the tyre wall that meant it had to come back off and be binned :angry:  Ended up with winters on the front wheels and my summers staying on the rears!

Just taken a few photos of the winter alloys and will get them up for sale ASAP - might make me feel better!!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: juwivive on 05 November 2016, 13:15
Today I popped over to my friendly local tyre place and in exchange for £20, they swapped over my summer tyres/wheels to the winter set.  The summers (which were filthy) have been thoroughly cleaned, first with Bilberry and then with Dragon's Breath and are currently drying outside.  They'll be put in the shed later on.

Normally, I'd pop some sealant on in a few weeks, but as the car is going in March, I won't be bothering this time.  The summer set will be going back on the car on collection day (provisionally 1/3/17).

I also discovered a nasty scratch (long, not deep) on the front wing, so I will try out my new(ish) Rupes dual action polisher and see if I can sort it out.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 06 November 2016, 12:07
Car washed and dried yesterday in the sunshine :smiley: Now in the garage and oil and filter change today and hard wax polish. Looks and feels really good.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mikegti77 on 11 November 2016, 08:30

Traded it, collected it's replacement last night from Lookers VW; Mk7 GTI Carbon Grey, Pan sunroof. 

So far chuffed!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 11 November 2016, 16:53

Traded it, collected it's replacement last night from Lookers VW; Mk7 GTI Carbon Grey, Pan sunroof. 

So far chuffed!

Congratulations. Enjoy
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: juwivive on 19 November 2016, 18:25
Got some new winter tyres fitted, to replace the previous six year old set.  The old ones seemed to have given up the ghost and offered very little grip, probably due to age and hardening of the rubber.  The new set is much better - I went for Goodyear UltraGrip 9s, which were just over £300 fitted from Blackcircles.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jord91 on 03 May 2017, 16:39
Got some genuine gti car mats today top quality just need to clean inside of the car before I fit them first  :grin:
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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mwad gti on 03 May 2017, 21:17
Got some genuine gti car mats today top quality just need to clean inside of the car before I fit them first  :grin:
(http://i1378.photobucket.com/albums/ah81/jordr91/IMG_20170503_155951_zpswlrnscdg.jpg) (http://s1378.photobucket.com/user/jordr91/media/IMG_20170503_155951_zpswlrnscdg.jpg.html)
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I got these a couple of years ago-I love them. I only use mine as summer mats
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jord91 on 03 May 2017, 22:17
That's exactly what I will be doing too  :smiley:
 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 04 May 2017, 09:47
Exactly the same here, Summer mats only. Love the little touch of the embroided GTI when I get in the car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 04 May 2017, 13:05
Sold it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 06 May 2017, 20:08
Taken the .:R LED rear lights off and put them in the classifieds  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 07 May 2017, 15:38
Rotated wheels front to back and sorted out my front brakes which have been squealing slightly of late.

Still have yet to sort out my crazed rear light though  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mwad gti on 07 May 2017, 17:35
Detailed the car.
Started with a power wash/snow foam
Then used iron X
Then a de-tar
Then clayed
Washed again
Used Werkstatt Prime
Applied 3 coats of sealant
Waxed the wheels

Then realised I missed the exhaust trims which are filthy.

Started at 9:30,finished 4:30
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 07 May 2017, 17:53
Detailed the car.
Started with a power wash/snow foam
Then used iron X
Then a de-tar
Then clayed
Washed again
Used Werkstatt Prime
Applied 3 coats of sealant
Waxed the wheels

Then realised I missed the exhaust trims which are filthy.

Started at 9:30,finished 4:30

That's a pretty serious detailing session Mark. Will be sorting mine out tomorrow; just a maintenance wash though.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mwad gti on 07 May 2017, 18:04
Must admit I only do that once a year, I wanted to do it over the EasterBankhol weekend but poor health put a stop to it.

How's the Polo?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 07 May 2017, 18:16
Still have yet to sort out my crazed rear light though  :whistle:

Perhaps you should upgrade to some .: ones. They look spot on with TR.  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 07 May 2017, 19:45
Must admit I only do that once a year, I wanted to do it over the EasterBankhol weekend but poor health put a stop to it.

How's the Polo?

I normally spend my major detailing efforts over a two day period. I try to do mine twice a year; spring time and autumn.

Still really enjoying the Polo GTI; fun to drive and puts a smile on my face. Here it is after it's spring detail a couple of months ago;

http://i1096.photobucket.com/albums/g325/SRGTD2011/Mobile%20Uploads/58002BFB-63F9-437F-A480-0D13C9FDE0F3.jpg
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 23 May 2017, 11:59
Just found out after all these years, and the fact that I don't even have the car anymore, that it has voice control.

I was sat fiddling with the RNS510 in my Amarok when I pressed the star button and discovered that had it, so called my cousin (who bought the Golf) and got him to try. Low and behold it was there all along.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 21 July 2017, 23:05
Changed the oil on my car today. It's first oil change since passing 100,000 miles last weekend. Decided to switch over to Millers Nanodrive 5w-40. There's a lot of recommendation for this oil out there so thought why not give it a go!

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: o`Neil on 22 July 2017, 07:56
Nice one Seabrook, if only you were closer you could do mine too.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 29 July 2017, 21:47
Long day working on the car today. For a while now I've known that my car had picked up the common intake manifold problem, which brings up the fault code: P2015-Intake Manifold Flap Position Sensor (Bank 1): Implausible Signal. I also had the check engine light come on recently in relation to this and so decided to press on with replacing the intake manifold as soon as possible. If you want any more info about this fault I highly recommend checking out this video: https://youtu.be/yvfVUkuPY0k (https://youtu.be/yvfVUkuPY0k). VW have brought out an updated version of the intake manifold which is part no. 06J-133-201-BH and hopefully addresses most of these issues, and this is the part that I fitted. I decided while I had the manifold off and seeing as my car has just passed 100,000 miles that it would benefit from a cleaning of the intake valves too.

So this is how we started. I have already removed the engine cover, airbag and oil filter for access. I followed this particular video as a guide: https://youtu.be/c7c35MJq5e0 (https://youtu.be/c7c35MJq5e0) and found it very useful.
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Found some parts of the removal pretty tricky. There is a support bracket the connects the throttle body to the engine block which access to is terrible. Also removing the intake hose from the throttle body itself took me a while but some very careful prying with a few picks finally had it off:
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Took me a couple of hours to get to this point but finally the manifold was off!
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It's common to have a couple of injectors get stuck in the manifold and come out with it. I got lucky and had all four injectors come out!
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On with the decarbon! It was definitely needed as you can see:
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I found it difficult to photo the results but it's much better now! Hopefully you can tell from these awful pics:
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Few bits need swapping from old to new manifold such as throttle body and fuel rail etc:
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Injectors needed a little clean too:
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When the injectors come out during this removal, the seals must be replaced. There's a special VW tool for this seal replacement but I used a Sealey equivalent. Luckily I was able to get 4 new seal kits before starting the job.
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(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4329/36206598086_a0608c154d_b.jpg)

These vanes were pretty disgusting but came up pretty well after being cleaned:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4319/35442726573_153f0e3e43_b.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4323/36206603816_b49ce8a673_b.jpg)

Freshly cleaned injectors with new seals fitted back to the head:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4316/35414587934_940788e519_b.jpg)

Installation went pretty smoothly thankfully. Lots and lots of double checking that I'd connected everything back up later and she fired into life second time of asking (fuel system needed time to prime).
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4295/35442730773_8bf91ab218_b.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4307/36206609706_442369612d_b.jpg)

Was going to change the fuel filter today too but I didn't fancy any more time out in the rain than necessary ;)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 29 July 2017, 23:00
 Good work.
May also be worth posting your last couple of posts as seperate threads as it would be fantastic reference for others in the future.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Rhyso on 30 July 2017, 11:38
That is top work  :cool:

How does the car drive now? Any noticeable difference?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 30 July 2017, 17:55
I might do that Snoopy. Will find some time to go through tools and parts required etc.

There is a difference yeah, car now idles much nicer, is smoother on acceleration and no more check engine light 👍
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 25 August 2017, 20:24
Car got some new shoes today. Have run Goodyear Eagle F1 Assymetric for the last 70k, and been very happy. However the reviews of Michelin's Pilot Sport 4 have been hard to ignore so this is what it's wearing now! Will see how they are after a few more miles!

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4434/36753764796_0d9354cb1a_h.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4360/36404076270_4b0f7139b8_h.jpg)

Car definitely needs a clean!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jord91 on 25 August 2017, 20:46
did you get all 4 done ? am in need of a full set of tyres for my gti got the dunlop sport maxx rt on atm! let me know what they are like !
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 25 August 2017, 21:41
did you get all 4 done ? am in need of a full set of tyres for my gti got the dunlop sport maxx rt on atm! let me know what they are like !

Yeah all four, I like to rotate tyres front to back in order to get even wear and replace all of them at the same time. How have you found the the Dunlops?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jord91 on 26 August 2017, 13:08
Dunlops are great in the dry but forget trying to get the power down in the wet spins even in third :(
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 26 August 2017, 13:15
Hows the noise levels with the pilot4?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 27 August 2017, 17:23
Hows the noise levels with the pilot4?

Noise levels are absolutely fine for me, to be honest I can't tell the difference noise wise between these and the Goodyears. Not driven them in the wet yet but after a few more dry miles I am impressed with them. Steering response is very much improved from the Goodyear, which I expected to be honest from knowing that the Goodyears run a softer sidewall. However the Michelins are more than a match in terms of comfort too. Difficult to compare grip levels obviously, going from a worn tyre to a brand new one, but the PS4s have a huge amount of cornering grip. Very strong and stable under hard braking too. Not tested their initial grip off the line yet but am sure they will impress.

Next thing to test is obviously wet weather performance. The Goodyears are a great tyre and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them or buy them again. They are great value, however, if funds allow, I think the PS4 is a small step up in every area so far.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 27 August 2017, 19:10
Thank for the detailed review  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Peter W on 08 September 2017, 15:37
Decided to sell, best car I have owned but personal circumstances means a change is required.

See classifieds, will be advertised elsewhere in a week so get first option before it goes nationwide.

Would prefer it went to a members home.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 08 September 2017, 17:54
Changed the original Potenza RE050A tyres for GY-AS3

A dramatic reduction in noise and it feels like air suspension has been installed
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 05 October 2017, 18:11
Surprised how badly corroded the rear suspension arms had got for a car that is only 7+ years old  :shocked:. Not had this with other cars and they are normally kept in the family for up to 10 years. Also noticed a couple of spots of rust on the wheel well while under the car and the well is not totally covered with under seal. A couple of suspension bushes also look to be perishing. Is VW cutting costs or trying to reduce weight or both? The offside was worse than the nearside - would have expected the opposite. Not had bad winters and I religiously hose down (not pressure wash) the underside in winter. Spent a lot of time cleaning them, removing rust and putting some paint on them.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 06 October 2017, 19:51
A lot of cars are like that nowadays not just VWs. They only underseal the minimum to save weight. Our year old mazda has started underneath :( as has a mates focus ST.
I waxoiled my mk6 underneath from new so mines ok but its poor how much they are cutting back to save weight. Ive seen a certain manufactureres were the paint on the inside of alloys is so thin they are corroding after a few months. Look fine from the outside but get it on a lift and there discusting.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 11 October 2017, 21:03
Back to the time then in the 60's and 70's when waxoil was a must for cars to keep them in good condition :sad: . Think I am getting too old for all that now!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: o`Neil on 10 February 2018, 14:21
Washed it.

Also plugged in the OBDEleven for the first time, only faults were something to do with the radio.

I plan to change a few things, not many, I`ll have to see how things go  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 21 April 2018, 18:39
Got a few little jobs done today. First off was new serpentine belt, was still on the original as far as i know after 114k. Pretty simple, hardest part was getting the arch liner back on and all the screw holes lined up again.

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/928/27736009188_c7fa269bff_b.jpg)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/920/40713328615_20106166da_b.jpg)

Next up the fuel filter was replaced. Struggled a bit to get the forward connector off of the old filter. The bit you have to depress for the quick release is on top and tucked away as opposed to the two rearmost connectors where it's on the underneath and easy to access. Got there in the end though and much better to take the time than rush and break them because replacing these fuel lines would not be fun! Also the screw that holds the filter strap together is not in great shape so I'll pick up another soon and get it changed.

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/879/41604859201_cd91ba5723_b.jpg)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/838/27736022778_c296d81e54_b.jpg)

Final job was changing the cabin filter which I expected would be pretty disgusting but actually wasn't too bad when I pulled it out.

No I just need to find time to wash the car as it's completely filthy currently!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: o`Neil on 22 April 2018, 08:02
Good work there Seabrook  :smiley:


Left mine with the dealer on Friday for a service.

Meanwhile I have all the wheels off to clean and then coat in Carpro Dlux.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 23 April 2018, 09:19
Good work there Seabrook  :smiley:


Left mine with the dealer on Friday for a service.

Meanwhile I have all the wheels off to clean and then coat in Carpro Dlux.

Cheers, how do you rate Dlux? I've heard good things.

Meanwhile I managed to get that wash in: http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=274783.msg2588668#msg2588668 (http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=274783.msg2588668#msg2588668)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 24 April 2018, 11:11
Nice work there.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: o`Neil on 24 April 2018, 18:34


Cheers, how do you rate Dlux? I've heard good things.



I`ve used Gtechniq C5 in the past and have been very happy with it but fancied a change.

The Dlux was lovely to apply, not as runny as C5, it went a long way too.

 I managed to apply 2 coats to all 4 wheels and still have plenty left over to treat some trim when the time comes.

They look really good too so I`ll have to wait and see regards durability.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 31 May 2018, 09:17
Replaced the key fob cover which was just getting a hole in it - only used the one fob for 8 years. Pain getting the pin out of the old cover but for £3.99 got a complete cover with the VW badge, new pin and a new battery!  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Charliemk6 on 21 August 2018, 12:11
I've installed a set of Black Xenons and had my wheels refurbished :)

The new lights make her look much more aggressive.

(https://www.fiatforum.com/gallery/data/500/medium/37427723_10161133684650455_234140172206211072_n.jpg)

(https://www.fiatforum.com/gallery/data/500/medium/39497481_10161251432905455_8464617968972595200_n.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jord91 on 21 August 2018, 19:25
how hard and long did it take to fit the headlights ?
and did you need any coding or are they plug in an play
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: o`Neil on 22 August 2018, 12:43
Looks well Charlie  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 23 August 2018, 21:14
Great stealth look Charlie, making me really wish again that I had xenons on my car!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Charliemk6 on 24 August 2018, 09:02
how hard and long did it take to fit the headlights ?
and did you need any coding or are they plug in an play

It took forever to find a black oem set and cost a small fortune too...

They are plug and play but you need them coded in with VCDS.

Install was pretty easy and took about an hour or so - its a bit of a faff as you have to take the bumper off!  Luckily there are lots of guides on youtube on how to remove.

There is a nice recess under the lights for the ballast so everything goes in neat and tidy.
Friend at a local garage aligned them for me too.

Thanks for the nice comments :)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 16 September 2018, 10:16
Did the exhausts tips, using kitchen equipment!

(https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-75smnNx/0/0564f25a/M/i-75smnNx-M.jpg)

(https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-v8m3tfM/0/6f6fb59f/M/i-v8m3tfM-M.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 20 September 2018, 17:03
Finally got around to fitting a second USB port. Fitted neatly in one of the spare blank buttons in front of the gear stick. Can now play my music from the flash drive and charge my phone at the same time.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Charliemk6 on 26 September 2018, 09:12
Did the exhausts tips, using kitchen equipment!

(https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-75smnNx/0/0564f25a/M/i-75smnNx-M.jpg)

(https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-v8m3tfM/0/6f6fb59f/M/i-v8m3tfM-M.jpg)

Looking good - mine have some scratches on the tips where previous owner has used something abrasive to try and clean them up.

its nothing drastic but bothers me, not sure on how to remove - someone suggested fine wire wool but scared it will make it worse!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 26 September 2018, 11:28
Did the exhausts tips, using kitchen equipment!

(https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-75smnNx/0/0564f25a/M/i-75smnNx-M.jpg)

(https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-v8m3tfM/0/6f6fb59f/M/i-v8m3tfM-M.jpg)

Did you take any 'after' photos?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 26 September 2018, 15:56
Did the exhausts tips, using kitchen equipment!

(https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-75smnNx/0/0564f25a/M/i-75smnNx-M.jpg)

(https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-v8m3tfM/0/6f6fb59f/M/i-v8m3tfM-M.jpg)

Did you take any 'after' photos?

 :grin: :grin:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 27 September 2018, 19:07
Its the best you can do with

(https://www.cifclean.co.uk/Images/3115/3115-997888-Cif-Cream-Lemon_Mobile.jpg)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 28 September 2018, 08:55
Its the best you can do with

(https://www.cifclean.co.uk/Images/3115/3115-997888-Cif-Cream-Lemon_Mobile.jpg)

Have you also got a bottle of Fairy Liquid for the bodywork in your car cleaning kit?  :shocked: :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: o`Neil on 28 September 2018, 11:24
Its the best you can do with

(https://www.cifclean.co.uk/Images/3115/3115-997888-Cif-Cream-Lemon_Mobile.jpg)


No way  :huh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 29 September 2018, 12:22
Don't worry I use proper stuff for the body work, CIF does a pretty good job without scratching. The pitting you see is from the previous owner, that about the best it will get.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 06 November 2018, 22:04
Took the GTi out yesterday for a long round trip to the Trafford Centre from our home near Cambridge for some Christmas shopping. Approx 185 miles on the way there, good traffic and steady 70-75mph cruising resulted in over 40mpg without even trying:
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1944/30800004447_2d6670ba1d_b.jpg)

Was hoping to match or better it on the way home but closures on the A1 and the resultant diversions had other ideas!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 07 November 2018, 09:21
That is very good. Can manage close to that on my trips from Newark to Truro with traffic and warm weather permitting. Find that there is quite a hit with consumption in cold weather though. The A1 always seems to have accidents and road closures these days between Peterborough and Leeds.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: o`Neil on 07 November 2018, 10:52
Good work Seabrook, I get similar on my mine on a long run, sometimes I`ve seen 44 mpg, but not often.


I had a look under  my Mk6 yesterday as I have a noise when setting off.

It sounded like an exhaust bracket moving in the rubber hanger. I`ve wiggled and wiggled the exhaust but it`s not that.

Maybe an engine mount?  I don`t know and I guess I`ll have to take it to the garage for further investigation.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 07 November 2018, 11:50
The double rubber hanger at the front splits. Did you check there. It may also be a heatshield rattle as the round spring clips that hold it rot away.

The MPG the GTI can do when you want it is why I never have bought an R.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 07 November 2018, 17:17
Your not trying!

From the summer, cold start at 25'c! Then an average of 35mph over 20 miles

(https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-nwt5nSB/0/56b3418a/L/i-nwt5nSB-L.jpg)

if you want to eek out mpg get the BM undertray
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: o`Neil on 07 November 2018, 18:17
The double rubber hanger at the front splits. Did you check there. It may also be a heatshield rattle as the round spring clips that hold it rot away.


Thanks, I was going to have a good look but it`s been raining all afternoon. I`ll check at the weekend all being well.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 08 November 2018, 08:57
Now that’s impressive David! I wasn’t trying at all on Monday when I took that shot but even with trying I haven’t seen an average above 43 - 44ish. I tend to average 32 - 34 most of the time.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Charliemk6 on 13 November 2018, 08:18
I think I may have issues then as I'm lucky to get over 25 on the motorway and under 20 on the urban commute???   :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 16 November 2018, 09:33
Car trouble today; engine management light, rough idle, white smoke.

Being recovered, any ideas? I guess a chain problem would mean no start.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 16 November 2018, 13:30
Sounds more like turbo fail
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 16 November 2018, 17:03
I would be upset at 44,000 miles, full history.

Its seven years old, any hope of good will?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 16 November 2018, 19:46
Wouldn't think so from VW unless you have the extended warranty.  If you have used the same Dealers they may give you a good will for loyalty but it may still be more expensive than a specialist would be. A good master tech and/or diagnistics will be able to diagnose the cause.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 22 November 2018, 18:01
Sounds more like turbo fail

Dealer states: problems with cylinder 3 and 4, possibly locked injector?

However, fault cannot be replicated from cold this morning, so collecting tomorrow with the £60 diag fee.

So, what causes this? bad petrol, carbon deposits, failing injectors?

Should I be thinking of paying £350 for the VW extended warranty?

https://insurewithvolkswagen.co.uk/extended-warranty
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 23 November 2018, 11:56
Ask them for a copy of the diagnostic report as it should have logged fault codes. Then from the fault codes you could find a lists of maybe probable causes.
A vw specialist maybe a better bet than a main dealer as they will probably have seen this before and will know how to diagnose faults
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 29 November 2018, 12:00
I think I may have issues then as I'm lucky to get over 25 on the motorway and under 20 on the urban commute???   :sad:

Just got back from Cornwall - average speed 61mph and 38.1mpg on 332miles. Started on a full tank and saying 100miles left! Just about all on dual carriageway and motorway so fairly steady cruising but some stop start in M5/M6 roadworks. Think you may have a problem Chaliemk6. Could it be a strong right foot? :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: mermade on 04 December 2018, 11:48
Finally got around to replacing my worn wishbone bushes to powerflex ones, got a great deal on black friday ! https://powerflexstore.co.uk/volkswagen/golf-mk6-5k-2009-2012/powerflex-front-wishbone-rear-bush-golf-mk6-5k-2009-2012-pff85-502/ (https://powerflexstore.co.uk/volkswagen/golf-mk6-5k-2009-2012/powerflex-front-wishbone-rear-bush-golf-mk6-5k-2009-2012-pff85-502/)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Arr0nUK on 12 December 2018, 21:12
After a week of research I have found out what bluetooth module I think I need for the RCD310.

9w2 or 9w7. The topic really seems like a minefield.  :shocked:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 13 December 2018, 18:55
Got my Torque Pro
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Torque-Pro-Elm-327-Bluetooth/dp/B01AC7I7BO

Now, here is a question, I installed the app, paired with the tablet and can see real time revs, engine temp etc

However, I had a red coolant warning because of a morning frost (pretty common I think) but when I choose scan for logged faults, nothing appears, this is thing working correctly?

I got this thing to catch any errors related to my locked injector on this thread.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: jord91 on 17 December 2018, 12:25
Wondering if any one has fitted the DV+ to GTi mk6
And does it fit on both piston or rubber diverter valve
I have 2011 GTi mk6
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 18 December 2018, 16:40
After a week of research I have found out what bluetooth module I think I need for the RCD310.

9w2 or 9w7. The topic really seems like a minefield.  :shocked:

Have you tried this site? http://www.connects2.co.uk/Product/ProductItem/CTAVGBT009
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Arr0nUK on 19 December 2018, 22:18
Thank you for the link. I forgot about Connects2.

A lot cheaper by the looks of it. Anyone had experience?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 09 January 2019, 13:42
Thank you for the link. I forgot about Connects2.

A lot cheaper by the looks of it. Anyone had experience?

Interested in what you decided to go for. It does seem to be a minefield trying to match Bluetooth modules with MDI and radio - so many different codes and harnesses.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 03 April 2019, 16:32
Changed the cruise control switch. It is the same as the mk5 - just a single stalk on my 2010 MK6. Original went faulty with an ! in the instrument panel. New one cost me £25 and an hour of my time to fit.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 03 April 2019, 18:11
Changed the cruise control switch. It is the same as the mk5 - just a single stalk on my 2010 MK6. Original went faulty with an ! in the instrument panel. New one cost me £25 and an hour of my time to fit.

Wish it was that simple on my 2011. Doesn't have cruise control from factory but instead of just changing the stalk like on earlier cars I'd have to change both stalks and slip ring to retrofit it. Makes it way way more expensive than it would be to retrofit to an earlier car! Damn VW!

I actually bought a cruise control stalk ready to fit before realising I had the updated components. Luckily I managed to get the money back on eBay.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 04 April 2019, 16:03
Had the same problem of twin stalks and clock ring with my 2011 Scirocco. It was a pain but at that time lots of cheap new spare parts from Czech republic.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 01 May 2019, 10:37
Fitted a Bluetooth module and coded it. Gives me voice recognition for the phone for dialing and music :smiley:

For anyone interested this is what I did.
Volkswagen 9W7 Bluetooth Coding for MK 6 GTI MY 2010
With this retrofit I am able to pair my phone with the car and use hands free to make and receive calls and use voice to control the phone. The phone book appears in the DIS and can be controlled via the buttons on the steering wheel. The microphone in the overhead console is used.
The original configuration that I have in the car (MK 6 GTI MY 2010) is:
RCD310 (DAB) radio part number 1K0 035 186 AB
MDI part number 5N0 035 342
Multi-function steering wheel with cruise control.
White DIS.
I installed an OEM Bluetooth module (wiring instructions are below the coding instructions)
Part number: 7P6 035 730 F
Initial coding in CAN gateway address 19: Bring up the installed list and tick 77 telephone.
Coding using VCDS for telephone address 77:
My coding: 0200000000010110

The multi-function steering wheel also needs re-coding address 16:
Original code: 0000532
New code: 0000732

The change of the code is required to activate the microphone button on the steering wheel as it was only a mute button originally. This provides voice recognition for the phone for dialing, music etc.
(Note that the socket configuration for the RCD310 and RNS310 are identical)
The total cost was £115.
I bought a harness from carsystems.pl  with postage was £35.00 The harness bought included all the wiring for the MDI and Bluetooth module as this did not require any extra wiring (It was plug and play and included SDS cabling for head units with voice control eg RNS510)
Combo Kabelset VW Bluetooth 7P6035730 + MDI 5N0035342 ► ULTRA Plug & Play SDS
Useful installation instructions at:
https://carsystems.home.pl/instrukcje/bluetooth%20golf%20VI.pdf
and at
https://www.carsystems.eu/bluetooth-wiring-connection-scheme-sds-functionality-how-to-connect,b18.html
The new cable for the MDI was routed through the central console alongside the front cup holder. I found it easier to remove the rear cup holder and surrounding trim to pull the cable through. The Bluetooth cable and microphone were routed as per the carsystems instruction.
The bluetooth module came from ebay £71.00
The microphone labelled as a Skoda harness on ebay was half the price of the advertised VW microphone and is exactly the same at about £7.00 and came with cabling that was not required.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: seabrook132 on 01 May 2019, 17:08
Fitted a Bluetooth module and coded it. Gives me voice recognition for the phone for dialing and music :smiley:

For anyone interested this is what I did.
Volkswagen 9W7 Bluetooth Coding for MK 6 GTI MY 2010
With this retrofit I am able to pair my phone with the car and use hands free to make and receive calls and use voice to control the phone. The phone book appears in the DIS and can be controlled via the buttons on the steering wheel. The microphone in the overhead console is used.
The original configuration that I have in the car (MK 6 GTI MY 2010) is:
RCD310 (DAB) radio part number 1K0 035 186 AB
MDI part number 5N0 035 342
Multi-function steering wheel with cruise control.
White DIS.
I installed an OEM Bluetooth module (wiring instructions are below the coding instructions)
Part number: 7P6 035 730 F
Initial coding in CAN gateway address 19: Bring up the installed list and tick 77 telephone.
Coding using VCDS for telephone address 77:
My coding: 0200000000010110

The multi-function steering wheel also needs re-coding address 16:
Original code: 0000532
New code: 0000732

The change of the code is required to activate the microphone button on the steering wheel as it was only a mute button originally. This provides voice recognition for the phone for dialing, music etc.
(Note that the socket configuration for the RCD310 and RNS310 are identical)
The total cost was £115.
I bought a harness from carsystems.pl  with postage was £35.00 The harness bought included all the wiring for the MDI and Bluetooth module as this did not require any extra wiring (It was plug and play and included SDS cabling for head units with voice control eg RNS510)
Combo Kabelset VW Bluetooth 7P6035730 + MDI 5N0035342 ► ULTRA Plug & Play SDS
Useful installation instructions at:
https://carsystems.home.pl/instrukcje/bluetooth%20golf%20VI.pdf
and at
https://www.carsystems.eu/bluetooth-wiring-connection-scheme-sds-functionality-how-to-connect,b18.html
The new cable for the MDI was routed through the central console alongside the front cup holder. I found it easier to remove the rear cup holder and surrounding trim to pull the cable through. The Bluetooth cable and microphone were routed as per the carsystems instruction.
The bluetooth module came from ebay £71.00
The microphone labelled as a Skoda harness on ebay was half the price of the advertised VW microphone and is exactly the same at about £7.00 and came with cabling that was not required.

That's useful info, cheers Joe!

This is something I have always wanted to do to my car, but haven't been able to justify yet. I have bluetooth in my car, but it's a Volkswagen accessory system which uses a little screen stuck to the dash which I hate. It works though, so I haven't found an excuse to bin it yet and get the integrated module.

What kind of phone are you using with it? Have you tested playing music over bluetooth?

That seems like a great price for the retrofit!
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Post by: Snoopy on 01 May 2019, 17:20
Thanks and very useful info. Something ive always mentget round to do too.
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Post by: joe6 on 01 May 2019, 19:40
Yes does play music from the phone. Using a basic touch screen android phone version 4.4.2 with 500MB storage from 2016. Not explored it all yet so do not know if you can select music or if it just plays in file order. Tend to play music from a data stick through the MDI so more research yet to do!
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Post by: jord91 on 16 June 2019, 22:27
In my GTi mk6 Noticed recently that I am get a buzzing/rattling sorta sound coming from drivers side dash area
It only happens between 2000-2200rpm in gear when the car is decelerating.
Any ideas what it is
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Post by: G-Unit13 on 26 July 2019, 16:43
Changed the cruise control switch. It is the same as the mk5 - just a single stalk on my 2010 MK6. Original went faulty with an ! in the instrument panel. New one cost me £25 and an hour of my time to fit.

Wish it was that simple on my 2011. Doesn't have cruise control from factory but instead of just changing the stalk like on earlier cars I'd have to change both stalks and slip ring to retrofit it. Makes it way way more expensive than it would be to retrofit to an earlier car! Damn VW!

I actually bought a cruise control stalk ready to fit before realising I had the updated components. Luckily I managed to get the money back on eBay.


Did you manage to get the Cruise control working? I’m attempting to get it done but need to change the slip ring but don’t know the part number for the slip ring I need.
Thanks
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Post by: joe6 on 27 July 2019, 16:49
Changed the cruise control switch. It is the same as the mk5 - just a single stalk on my 2010 MK6. Original went faulty with an ! in the instrument panel. New one cost me £25 and an hour of my time to fit.

Wish it was that simple on my 2011. Doesn't have cruise control from factory but instead of just changing the stalk like on earlier cars I'd have to change both stalks and slip ring to retrofit it. Makes it way way more expensive than it would be to retrofit to an earlier car! Damn VW!

I actually bought a cruise control stalk ready to fit before realising I had the updated components. Luckily I managed to get the money back on eBay.


Did you manage to get the Cruise control working? I’m attempting to get it done but need to change the slip ring but don’t know the part number for the slip ring I need.
Thanks

This link may help. You need to look at the 5k list.  http://wiki.ross-tech.com/wiki/index.php/Steering_Wheel_Control_Module_Versions
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Post by: G-Unit13 on 31 July 2019, 13:04
Changed the cruise control switch. It is the same as the mk5 - just a single stalk on my 2010 MK6. Original went faulty with an ! in the instrument panel. New one cost me £25 and an hour of my time to fit.

Wish it was that simple on my 2011. Doesn't have cruise control from factory but instead of just changing the stalk like on earlier cars I'd have to change both stalks and slip ring to retrofit it. Makes it way way more expensive than it would be to retrofit to an earlier car! Damn VW!

I actually bought a cruise control stalk ready to fit before realising I had the updated components. Luckily I managed to get the money back on eBay.


Did you manage to get the Cruise control working? I’m attempting to get it done but need to change the slip ring but don’t know the part number for the slip ring I need.
Thanks

This link may help. You need to look at the 5k list.  http://wiki.ross-tech.com/wiki/index.php/Steering_Wheel_Control_Module_Versions


Thanks will look into it.
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Post by: G-Unit13 on 04 August 2019, 15:46
Looking to retrofit power fold mirrors to my 2012 GTi
Apart from the mirrors and switch do I need anything else?

Thanks
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Post by: joe6 on 04 August 2019, 20:56
Looking to retrofit power fold mirrors to my 2012 GTi
Apart from the mirrors and switch do I need anything else?

Thanks

You need to check that the door control units are compatible.

Edit: If you can find someone with power mirrors fitted then get a VCDS scan from them with module part number and see if they match your modules for compatability. This link may help: https://forums.ross-tech.com/showthread.php?12182-MK6-Golf-GTI-Auto-Folding-Mirrors
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Post by: wasp on 19 August 2019, 10:26
Service
New Potenza's,replaced the 235's with 225's,far more responsive to steering input !!
Wheel alignment
Checked tensioner,it is the upgrade :grin:
Love it  :kiss: :kiss:
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Post by: DUBbleChin on 04 October 2019, 22:50
I spray tinted my rear lights for the R20 look.  :rolleyes:

Masked off the white sections and applied 2 light coats.
Machined polished them the next day.
I'm quite pleased with them although they're not as dark as they maybe could be.

As it was:
(https://www.picturepaste.ca/images/2019/10/07/20191007_091502.jpg)

As it is:
(https://www.picturepaste.ca/images/2019/10/07/20191007_091052.jpg)
(https://www.picturepaste.ca/images/2019/10/07/20191007_091000.jpg)
(https://www.picturepaste.ca/images/2019/10/07/20190821_193653.jpg)
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Post by: mrjp on 15 October 2019, 19:12
Started replacing all the pads and discs, but only managed to do the front right. Carrier bolts there were lovely and rusty on the top, so wouldn't budge, but a bit of blow-torching and some firm wrenching sorted them out nicely. Everything then ground to a halt when I rounded out the little securing bolt on the front left disc, so will be back at it tomorrow, beginning with a bit of drilling.
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Post by: joe6 on 15 October 2019, 20:06
Those disc locating screws can be a 'bother'. Found an impact drill usually works. Electric versions currently £36 in Lidl.
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Post by: mrjp on 16 October 2019, 22:26
Drilled it out, all good. Bigger issues in the back where the phenomenally inaccessible spline nuts had seized entirely. So difficult to get any kind of force into them due to their positioning, eventually got them out with more heat, some rust eater and a lot of swearing. One corner left! I'm knackered...
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Post by: mrjp on 16 October 2019, 22:41
Oh, and I may have burnt off my left eyelash and singed my hair when the blowtorch decided to flare while I had my head in the wheelarch.  :whistle:
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Post by: joe6 on 17 October 2019, 12:00
Pictures?  :smiley:
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Post by: mrjp on 17 October 2019, 17:42
My wife already laughed at me, I don't need the internet giving me more of the same.
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Post by: mrjp on 20 October 2019, 20:53
So, learnings from doing the pads and discs.

First off - the fronts are easy. If you don't shred the torx head when you're removing the screw that secures the disc, then you're golden. Just don't tear off the cable on the pad with the wear sensor.

The rears are not pleasant. In fact, it's the worst thing I've ever done with tools. Getting the caliper off is fine, but the two splined bolts that hold on the pad carriage are an uttery misery if they've not been off in a while, which given how long it's been since you last changed the discs, they will be. My amateur advice from doing it:

1) Scrub out as much rust as possible around the bolt using a wire brush. Be careful not to damage any of the nearby cables.

2) Get a good quality spline bit, or preferably, a couple. These Laser ones are what I used, they're hard as nails. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0038717EK/ref=pe_3187911_185740111_TE_item

3) Get a good quality, 10mm, drop-forged ring spanner to put on the end of the spline bit. Get something well made like Halfords' Expert range, as it's going to have A LOT of pressure going through it. You will not get these out with a socket set, the torque required is horrific.

4) Get a substantial breaker bar. You won't be able to put it on the spline bit, but you'll need it to apply pressure to that ring spanner, as there's not enough room in the wheel arch to get good leverage. There's just enough room to get the spanner on the spline bit and use various parts of the suspension assembly as a fulcrum. Don't use the shield behind the rotor as it's made of cheese.

5) If it's still not budging, apply some heat. I used a blowtorch, but BE CAREFUL. You're at the fuel tank end of the car, there's wires wrapped in rubber, and you don't want to burn off all the grease down there. I needed a good 90 seconds of direct heat onto the carriage assembly, as that's the bit the bolt will seize into.

6) Get the top bolt off first. Get it off and you'll be able to rotate the carriage around the lower bolt a bit, and wriggle off the old disc. This gives you direct access to the tip of the lower bolt, so you can apply heat DIRECTLY to the bolt and carriage, which will make getting the awful, awful bastard out a lot easier.

7) Do all this on some good quality axle stands, and don't even think about doing it while it's on a jack. There's way too much wrenching around.

Feel free to correct me, but that's my experience. I'm very glad I don't have to do it again for a while.
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Post by: joe6 on 22 October 2019, 09:22
Useful advice. Think mine will be the same to get off. Discs have been on nearly 10 years but still OK at the moment. I think that drying the brakes out by a short run after cleaning the car has helped keep them in good nick and no stones to create grooves in the discs.
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Post by: joe6 on 24 October 2019, 16:50
Took advantage of the good weather yesterday to clean up the rear suspension arms and coat with waxoil to keep the gravel rust spots at bay. Wheels off and clean, body wash and polish with Bilt Hamber hard coat. Oil and filter change. Whole day gone!!
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Post by: mrjp on 28 October 2019, 13:16
Useful advice. Think mine will be the same to get off. Discs have been on nearly 10 years but still OK at the moment. I think that drying the brakes out by a short run after cleaning the car has helped keep them in good nick and no stones to create grooves in the discs.

Mine were about 6 years old, and still technically ok, but the rear discs were a bit scored and getting pretty rusty, and the pads were getting close to the wear marker. Replaced the whole shebang and nearly headbutted the steering wheel the first time I braked at the traffic lights.
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Post by: joe6 on 28 October 2019, 17:01
Brake refurb worked well then. :laugh:
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Post by: Snoopy on 29 October 2019, 09:49
 :grin:
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Post by: Peter W on 14 December 2019, 16:07
Service and MOT - no issues apart from a new rear reversing camera. Took the opportunity to finally take get a stage 1 upgrade. I haven't completed many miles yet but... it feels incredibly fast now, the K04 / EA113 has been freed from the restriction that was holding it back. I no doubt expect it to be difficult using too much power in 1st but that wasn't my objective. It was more for 3rd 4th etc gear pull, so far that expectation has been clearly fulfilled much more than i could off imagined. Also had a DSG remap at the same time to make everything work like OEM. No issues with either engine or DSG they are both incredibly smooth working together. Had the auto change deleted when in manual mode. Only other thing recommended was a VWR air filter. Advised to run it on 98+ RON fuel to get the most out of it, which is a standard anyway. Looking forward to some more long distance work on some open A roads.
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Post by: david25 on 18 December 2019, 15:22
Fitted the MK5 version of the Goodyear asymmetric (yes the wrong type for this time of year)

Much better refinement compared to the MK3 worn set.
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Post by: david25 on 01 January 2020, 12:35
What did you buy?
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Post by: SRGTD on 12 January 2020, 16:37
Polished it. Much better, got rid of some bad marks but if I use a flash on my camera it shows swirls still. I guess machining is required. Without the flash it looks fantastic though.

A black car is a labour of love - I’ve had quite a few, and keeping them looking good can take a lot of time and effort.

Yes, it would be extremely difficult - if not impossible (and very hard work!) to hand polish an entire car to remove paintwork swirls. Machine polishing with an appropriate combination of pad and polish is the only real solution to remove the swirls.

If you’ve used Autoglym Super Resin Polish, it contains fillers, which will help to hide the swirls, but unfortunately it won’t remove them.
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Post by: SRGTD on 12 January 2020, 21:13
Yea, I still love it though. Sticking some pics in the gallery. The wife was the one who swung me towards black. I was after dark grey for looks and a simple life

I had a Carbon Grey mk6 GTD. One of the favourite cars I’ve owned, and I loved the colour!

(https://i.postimg.cc/VsXYbjDB/45736345-DF8-D-42-D4-B36-C-D4-B332-CBF692.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
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Post by: david25 on 13 January 2020, 18:13
Very impressive
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Post by: SRGTD on 13 January 2020, 18:15
Very impressive

+1. :cool:
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Post by: drokkeh on 15 January 2020, 11:10
3 Door Candy White GTI (57K miles)

Oil and filter change, MOT (passed no advisories  :laugh:) Changed air filter and pollen filter myself (MANN filters).

2 x New Pilot Sport 4 225/40 R18's front tyres (got rid of those awful potenza re050a)
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Post by: barrym381 on 09 February 2020, 07:32
Jizzed all over it. That was some build up lol

(https://i.postimg.cc/DzLWfx7V/IMG-20200208-090940212.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kVMMfFVw)

U sure that’s not sick at the site of those wheels  :sick:
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Post by: barrym381 on 09 February 2020, 18:43
U sure that’s not sick at the site of those wheels  :sick:



Not a fan then no. They were on the car when I bought it. The colour works with black and they are very easy to clean. They are not what I would have chosen myself but they will be fine till I get something nicer. I did want Monza shadows but this had better history and leather has no wear.

That would have been my first job getting them off
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Post by: doberman19 on 27 March 2020, 22:00
Decide to do something about the sagging bonnet liner, The cost of a replacement is mental at 100 quid a pop, so I spent 2 quid on bamboo canes, split them in halves, padded the ends, cut to lengths so they couldn't fall out and where they crossed I used cable ties, it's no work of art but very tidy and saved 98 quid. also, Ambered the fog lights with film looks good on carbon grey. And my black rear VW boot badge has carbon infills.
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Post by: Borbus on 28 March 2020, 20:13
Could you post a picture of what you've done? My bonnet liner is sagging too!
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Post by: doberman19 on 29 March 2020, 13:46
Hi Borbus, have messed about for an hour with uploading and found it too confusing, I'm computer illiterate, but send your e-mail and I'll send you a couple of  photos'
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Post by: Neil C on 06 April 2020, 14:36
Fitted a new VWR Racingline panel filter , removed the snow guard and the K & N filter that had been in the car. I also successfully cleaned the top of the filter which had rust on it , and had been annoying me for some time everytime i had the bonnet up. I had bought some 3mm brass wire wheel brushes on Ebay and used them with a cordless drill. I was very pleased with the results.
I have also got some Skoda Yeti sports exhaust tips to go on the car when the weather improves a bit.
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Post by: Snoopy on 06 April 2020, 15:11
Was just thinking of fitting the same filter :cool:
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Post by: Neil C on 06 April 2020, 15:19
I got mine from HAZ Motorsport on Ebay with free delivery.
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Post by: Snoopy on 06 April 2020, 20:27
I got mine from HAZ Motorsport on Ebay with free delivery.
Thanks I'll take a look  :smiley:
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Post by: Neil C on 11 April 2020, 22:27
Smoked the lower half of my tail lights courtesy of an overlay kit from Grafixpressions.com and fitted Skoda Yeti tailpipes.

Really pleased with how the lights turned out.


(https://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o483/mondo5407/Smoked%20lights%20Golf%201.jpg) (https://s1144.photobucket.com/user/mondo5407/media/Smoked%20lights%20Golf%201.jpg.html)


(https://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o483/mondo5407/Smoked%20lights%20Golf%202.jpg) (https://s1144.photobucket.com/user/mondo5407/media/Smoked%20lights%20Golf%202.jpg.html)
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Post by: Neil C on 18 April 2020, 17:48
Fitted my rear badge overlay from Klii Motorwerkes. I had originally had one of their inlay rear badge inserts fitted but part of it came off while jet washing a while ago , so i decided to fit a full overlay this time around as its a far better job.
Only trouble with this is it involves splitting the chrome VW badge from the remaining part of the rear handle , and ive cracked mine in removing it.

So my option is do i go for a genuine new chrome one , or go for a gloss black or carbon fibre one instead?

Decisions decisions...

(https://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o483/mondo5407/BADGE%206.jpg) (https://s1144.photobucket.com/user/mondo5407/media/BADGE%206.jpg.html)
(https://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o483/mondo5407/BADGE%201.jpg) (https://s1144.photobucket.com/user/mondo5407/media/BADGE%201.jpg.html)(https://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o483/mondo5407/BADGE%203.jpg) (https://s1144.photobucket.com/user/mondo5407/media/BADGE%203.jpg.html)
(https://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o483/mondo5407/BADGE%204.jpg) (https://s1144.photobucket.com/user/mondo5407/media/BADGE%204.jpg.html)
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Post by: jord91 on 19 April 2020, 19:01
Looks very nice
Do they do gloss black ?
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Post by: Neil C on 19 April 2020, 22:33
They are paint matched to the body colours available in the range , so they black that they do is called Deep Black Pearl Metallic.

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Post by: jord91 on 19 April 2020, 22:38
You got the link where you got yours
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Post by: Neil C on 19 April 2020, 23:55
https://kliimw.com/

This is the one for mine:


https://kliimw.com/collections/vw-badge-inserts/paint-match_candy-white
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Post by: Neil C on 28 April 2020, 19:36
Fitted a gloss black front / rear badge set courtesy of Autohauz-Detailing , perfect fitment and OE quality.

Front shots :

(https://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o483/mondo5407/GOLF%20B.jpg) (https://s1144.photobucket.com/user/mondo5407/media/GOLF%20B.jpg.html)
(https://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o483/mondo5407/GOLF%20G.jpg) (https://s1144.photobucket.com/user/mondo5407/media/GOLF%20G.jpg.html)
(https://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o483/mondo5407/GOLF%20E.jpg) (https://s1144.photobucket.com/user/mondo5407/media/GOLF%20E.jpg.html)

And rear shots

(https://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o483/mondo5407/GOLF%20D_1.jpg) (https://s1144.photobucket.com/user/mondo5407/media/GOLF%20D_1.jpg.html)
(https://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o483/mondo5407/GOLF%20F_1.jpg) (https://s1144.photobucket.com/user/mondo5407/media/GOLF%20F_1.jpg.html)
(https://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o483/mondo5407/GOLF%20A.jpg) (https://s1144.photobucket.com/user/mondo5407/media/GOLF%20A.jpg.html)
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Post by: Borbus on 29 April 2020, 08:05
Badge looks smart and adds a surprising amount of character to the car. Don't like that plate, though!
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Post by: Neil C on 29 April 2020, 12:32
The metro font is popular over here in Northern Ireland although im thinking of changing them. The problem is the letter J looks very close to the number 1 on the plate even though it is properly spaced.
Im toying with the idea of pressed metal plates with standard font , or 3D gel plates.
I have the standard dealer plates in my shed for MOT time anyway.
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Post by: Borbus on 29 April 2020, 20:52
How much were the badges and what was fitting like? My back one especially is looking a bit worse for wear so might look into it. I wonder how the black looks on Tornado Red.

Today I replaced the blown fuse for my headlight washers so those are working now. I also fitted one of those Skoda washer fluid funnel things to the washer bottle. Mostly a novelty, but should make filling the washer bottle a bit easier.
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Post by: Neil C on 29 April 2020, 21:56
The badges were £22 plus postage for the pair. Fitting is a doddle if you know what you are doing , there are Youtube videos if you are unsure. The front badge is very easy , you turn it a bit anti clockwise and then  pull it towards you to remove it from the rest of the grille. The rear one is a bit more trickier , you need to take your time so as not to break the original. I already had my rear badge seperated previously to fit the colour coded inlay.
I have trim removal tools but you could use a small flat screwdriver if thats all you have , just be very careful incase it slips and you scratch the surrounding paintwork.
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Post by: Borbus on 30 April 2020, 20:40
That's a fair price given the quality. I saw a youtube video of a bloke removing the front badge and he took the entire grill off and was fiddling around with it for 30 mins (so he said) to get the badge off. I wonder if they updated it in later models to make it harder?

I'll definitely do at least the rear inlay. The chrome badge itself isn't too bad it's just the black plastic that looks a bit bad.
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Post by: Neil C on 02 May 2020, 17:46
My car when i bought it 6 months ago :

(https://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o483/mondo5407/_DSC0013.jpg) (https://s1144.photobucket.com/user/mondo5407/media/_DSC0013.jpg.html)

And how it is now :

(https://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o483/mondo5407/GOLF%20D_2.jpg) (https://s1144.photobucket.com/user/mondo5407/media/GOLF%20D_2.jpg.html)
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Post by: Borbus on 02 May 2020, 21:31
Fitted LED interior lights to my Mk6 today. It was easier than I thought it would be. Took under an hour total for all 11 lights. I saw some videos on Youtube where they unscrewed the entire top bit for the front reading lights, but you can just pop out the single piece of light trim with a trim tool.

I did break one of the fittings for the vanity mirror lights, though. Oh well.

It looks really nice at night now.

(https://i.imgur.com/vGqJSqx.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/fyI6JTb.jpg)

I gave the car its first proper wash today as well. Planning to do a full polish/correction at some point. But I need to sort out the stone chips first. I noticed one nasty one that has actually started to rust on one of the door panels. I'll need to sort this out quickly.

(https://i.imgur.com/mAfl7Z6.jpg)
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Post by: Neil C on 02 May 2020, 23:00
Did you do the glovebox and light in the boot too?
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Post by: Borbus on 03 May 2020, 15:11
Yep! The glovebox one was one of the more difficult ones. The boot was pretty easy except the new LED bulb is a bit shorter than the old standard bulb so had to squeeze in the clips a bit. But very easy overall. The hardest ones were the mirror/vanity lights as it was very hard to remove the plastic lens from the roof which is why I broke one. One thing I would say is look closely on them all and there's a tiny indentation on the side that you're supposed to prise from. If you try prising the other side it won't come out.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: o`Neil on 23 May 2020, 14:33
Sold it  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil C on 18 June 2020, 22:56
Washed it and put my new 3D gel number plates on , and fitted my Canbus free LED number plate units from Auto Beam. Very impressed with these , no error messages displayed at all. I have tried various different ones in the past , from cheap ones to expensive , from Amazon and Ebay but they have all displayed error codes. Im over the moon with these.

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: DUBbleChin on 26 June 2020, 19:42
Today I fitted some seat drawers : £29 each which is a bit steep for what they are but they're quite easy to fit and now I've got somewhere to put my wallet and phone
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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Borbus on 27 June 2020, 17:00
Neil C, that's looking really clean now. Number plate looks great and really improves the look. I think we're lucky in the UK because our number plate font actually looks great. Alternative fonts generally look crap and they're illegal anyway so what's the point?

A couple of weeks ago I got my black badges and red inlay through. After fighting with the rear badge for a while I managed to get it off in one piece. Fitted the red inlay. But decided I didn't like the black badge on Tornado Red. Silver looks better. But I left the red inlay because the faded black was making it look a bit crap. Not sure if I like it better than black. In future I might try to restore the black plastic instead or use a black inlay.

Last weekend I finished repair stone chips on the bonnet. I'd already spent a couple of weekends applying the paint and clear coat and sanding them down and polishing. Now I've polished the whole car by hand. It's not as good as machine polish, of course, but I don't have a machine. So full polish and wax. Took a whole day and I ached by the end. I have yet to take any nice pictures of the car, though...

Today I fitted cruise control. I really wanted cruise control as I liked it on my Civic, but couldn't find a GTI with it. Fortunately you can retrofit it. On the earlier Mk6s like mine (2010) it's the same as on the later Mk5s and you can follow this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEMRIPjeJAs It took me about 1.5 hours with 1 hour of that just being removing the airbag. That was a massive pain. But after that very straightforward and a really nice upgrade that cost all of £40 for the stalk (I already have an OBD11 for coding).
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Neil C on 27 June 2020, 20:34
The under seat drawers look great in my opinion. Did you buy them from a VW dealer? How easy were they to fit?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: DUBbleChin on 27 June 2020, 22:34
Thanks, I bought them off ebay. I'd been looking for the drawers all over the place, I saw a German company had the 2 for £120 and then I noticed that they were very similar to Touran drawers. I took a gamble and bought them thinking that I could mod them to fit. These were off a 2005 Touran and basically a straight fit.
All I needed was 4 torx (any screw head will do) m4 self tapping screws for each drawer.

Unbolt the 4 seat runner splined bolts, tilt the seat base back and locate the matching holes to screw into. Took me about 15-20mins per seat. 
I don't think I circled the exact holes under the seat but you get the gist :smiley:

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Borbus on 18 July 2020, 18:05
Noticed last night while driving in the dark neither of the footwell LEDs were working. Like glovebox one they appear to have failed. So I've removed them both and put the original bulbs back. It doesn't make any difference anyway because I've put red tape on them which is a better mod anyway. The other LEDs are holding up so far (boot and roof lights). I would say don't bother with LEDs in glovebox or footwells on a Mk6, though. Unless maybe you know some that aren't cheap crap that will fail after prolonged illumination.

I've put 500 miles on the clock of mine driving down to Dorset. It was really good. The cruise control worked great and made it much more easy on the motorways. Only thing I don't like about this cruise control compared to my last one (Honda) is it doesn't respond instantly to the driver when you need to decrease the speed. In my old one when you pressed decelerate it just instantly started to slow down which was great if you were approaching a slightly slower car in front. This more "clever" in that you set your desired speed, but that means it's harder to "fake" the adaptive cruise control yourself. Win some, lose some, I guess.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 29 July 2020, 21:25
changed the air filter for a K&N panel filter,
changed spark plugs which were black & loose when i went to remove them :rolleyes:
oil on the 2 diff types of coilpacks already installed too so i switched them out for new red top ones
installed front & rear dashcams (blackvue)

topped up screenwash but warning light is still on?

i can hear the turbo when i change gear now :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 31 July 2020, 14:03
got a plug in coolbox from halfrauds today & that now lives behind the passenger seat in the footwell to keep my sandwiches & bottles of water fresh in this weather

also have a "dogbag" in the boot to keep his hairs contained in one place, think he likes it to be fair apart from when i forget he is in the car and floor it :grin:

this evening i put red pinstripe tape on the chrome flash in the interior door covers & across the one above the glovebox...looks like it should have always been there :rolleyes:

waiting for red 501 bulbs to arrive for the footwells, already changed the other interior bulbs to red :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Borbus on 01 August 2020, 10:55
Did you know the Mk6 has a cooled glovebox? There's a vent you can open in the glovebox to allow the AC to blow in there. Don't know how good it is but worth knowing if you're concerned about sandwich temperature. Also because you should keep it closed if you don't use it, so you get better cabin temperature.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 02 August 2020, 05:48
yes i know about the glovebox but that doesnt stay cool when the car is parked up :nerd: & i find it doesnt get the drinks cold enough lol maybe im just a fusspot :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Spaced on 03 August 2020, 19:20
Full service, replaced rear arms, new clutch, new rims and a cheeky remap. https://www.dropbox.com/s/d9b4pqwj1swh657/Untitled.jpg?dl=0
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: DUBbleChin on 13 August 2020, 19:49
I took out the standard mk6 climatronic controls and put in the one similar to the mk7.
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I say similar because I tried mk7 controls and they don't work without coding at least. Nor does it fit the fascia below.
So I found one off a mk6 Cabrio and matching new fascia.
Simple 10minute job. Plug & play. Easiest mod ever :)

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Borbus on 14 August 2020, 11:15
I saw a few videos on Youtube of people doing this. Any advantages other than looking slightly more modern? Does the max A/C button work as expected?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: DUBbleChin on 14 August 2020, 13:26
Yeah I looked at the vids on YouTube too.

I did it just for the updated look really. I like the digital displays as they remind me of JDM Honda & Nissan from the 90s... Which I used to be into.
All of the functions work as they should, surprisingly!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 24 August 2020, 17:21
Hi everyone, do you know how to remove the rear wiper cover? I have a replacement because my one is sun bleached.

Youtube suggests it should pull off, but its jammed on tight!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 24 August 2020, 19:42
Hi everyone, do you know how to remove the rear wiper cover? I have a replacement because my one is sun bleached.

Youtube suggests it should pull off, but its jammed on tight!

thought it was just push & pull? on a sidenote, does the car have to be put into service mode to change the front wipers?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Borbus on 24 August 2020, 21:04
You have to put the front wipers into the service position to be able to lift them up, yeah. I forget every time I wash the car. Turn ignition to position 2, then off again, then push wiper stalk down to activate service position.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 24 August 2020, 21:27
You have to put the front wipers into the service position to be able to lift them up, yeah. I forget every time I wash the car. Turn ignition to position 2, then off again, then push wiper stalk down to activate service position.

Once the wipers are in the service position and lifted away from the screen to be able to remove the old / fit the new wiper blades, I’d recommend laying something like a thick towel on the screen, in case the wiper arm falls back down onto the screen after the old blade’s been removed. If it does do this and nothing’s been put on the glass to protect it, the metal end of the wiper arm can crack the windscreen.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 24 August 2020, 21:37
glad i asked now! thanks guys, would be typical of my luck to crack my windscreen while changing the wipers lol

today i topped up my oil with 5-40 fully synthetic & i used obdeleven to set my digital speedo in the dash, much prefer that to the stupid km/h display that was there before :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 25 August 2020, 08:15
Sorry, its this bit, how do you remove it?

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 25 August 2020, 09:33
Sorry, its this bit, how do you remove it?

According to the instructions at the link below, it should unclip.
https://workshop-manuals.com/volkswagen/golf-mk6/vehicle_electrics/electrical_system/windscreen_wipe/wash_system/rear_window_wiper_system/removing_and_installing_wiper_arm/

If you can’t remove it, you could always consider reviving the colour of the existing cover with one of the many plastic trim dressing products on the market. Alternatively, you could paint it, although you’d probably need paint that’s specifically for use on plastics.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 25 August 2020, 10:58
Thanks for finding that, will try and lever it towards the wiper blade as show in the diagram. It definitely doesn't "unclip" but its been on for nine years... 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 25 August 2020, 13:42
It lifts up and pull it out from the round section bit but you have to sort of hold the wiper partly up to get it out. It can get stuck due to corrosion of the wiper nut. It is a bit fiddly replaced my leon one which is the same not long ago as i stupidly cracked the top bit when washing the car.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 25 August 2020, 19:26
Do you think its worth using a trim removal tool to lever it up? By hand it feels welded on.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 26 August 2020, 09:15
As the top bit that covers the jet had half broken off mine I sprayed some wd40 down the sides. Try moving the side outwards alittle and move it up and out at the same time once you get it moving. You should be able to see how its held by looking at the new one and comparing were it goes on the wiper arm.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 26 August 2020, 15:25
Thanks for the advice, will attempt again at the weekend
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 31 August 2020, 07:52
Quick update, I think the best way is to use an angled trim removal tool and lever up from the top or bottom which will release the two clips that hold it on.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Borbus on 31 August 2020, 12:10
Since you've mentioned yours I've noticed mine is very sun faded too. Might get a new one too. Has anyone tried treating their other black plastics like the triangle near the wing mirrors or the window seals? All looking a bit grey.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 31 August 2020, 12:19
Haven't investigated the mirror plastics.

The part for the wiper cap is 5K6955435 you will find a mix of genuine and copies on ebay
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 01 September 2020, 19:35
For my next problem; has anyone encountered a smell of petrol after driving and then parking?

Its coming from the rear quarter near on the side of the filler cap.

See this post http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=275939.0

Do you know where this breather pipe is located?

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 04 September 2020, 16:53
David have you had any codes? i experiencd this until i got my purge valve changed, its ok now, no petrol smell
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 05 September 2020, 16:36
David have you had any codes? i experiencd this until i got my purge valve changed, its ok now, no petrol smell

Err no, there are no engine lights on but I do have a cheap bluetooth reader I can find (somewhere) and install Torque light to check. What codes or engine lights did you have?

In the meantime I have installed a new fuel cap, the rubber seal was slightly broken in two places, just like in the link above.

Also, can you give me some more details on your purge value location or part number?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 06 September 2020, 20:40
David have you had any codes? i experiencd this until i got my purge valve changed, its ok now, no petrol smell

Err no, there are no engine lights on but I do have a cheap bluetooth reader I can find (somewhere) and install Torque light to check. What codes or engine lights did you have?

In the meantime I have installed a new fuel cap, the rubber seal was slightly broken in two places, just like in the link above.

Also, can you give me some more details on your purge value location or part number?

PO441 was the error code & the purge valve is right at the front of the engine, you cant miss it lol

got a link to the fuel cap you got?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 07 September 2020, 17:57
Ah, I was thinking it was somewhere near the tank at the back!

https://www.deutsche-parts.co.uk/fuel-cap--1k0201550al-new-genuine-part.html

Cheaper on ebay
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-Audi-VW-Seat-Skoda-Petrol-Fuel-Filler-Cap-1K0-201-550-AF-Brand-New-/224105781982

But don't know the difference between AL and AF

Also, I have no idea how the strap attaches, I thought it was a plastic pin holding it in, so when I tried to remove this pin I basically split the plastic top that was holding the strap. No idea how to properly remove the old cap strap.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 07 September 2020, 20:37
cheers! i bet some german technician spent weeks thinking up the design of the strap just to make it difficult to replace lol

forgot to mention i got really bad fuel consumption before i had the purge valve replaced
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 08 September 2020, 11:17
Thanks, I have found me bluetooth dongle, just need to download torque light and scan.

I will ask the garage on my next visit, that will be next year based on my current mileage, its probably a new black surround at hundreds of pounds.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 12 September 2020, 12:21
Update; found my cheapo bluetooth reader and installed Torque lite.

Scan for logged faults and historical faults but the app says nothing stored in ECU?

I think the app is working OK, it displays air temp, water temp etc.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 13 September 2020, 17:23
i use obdeleven pro with my iphone, its on the same level as vcds but a fraction of the price

did you figure out how the pin comes out on the petrol cap? checked mine and the rubber seal is cracked in about 7 places lol thinking of just deleting that stupid strap, dont like hanging the cap off my cap cover anyway
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 13 September 2020, 17:26
not today but on thursday i had a custom pipe fitted to replace my flexi downpipe and a res delete, she sounds wicked & ive had some random pops & crackling....awesome :nerd: :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 29 September 2020, 09:46
On the subject of replacing my filler cap above, I plan to use Sugru glue to stick the retaining strap back on, not elegant but it will do for now.

https://sugru.com/about
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 30 September 2020, 00:38
never seen that before dave, looks interesting
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 30 September 2020, 16:31
never seen that before dave, looks interesting

Its useful stuff, for indoor fixes and things you touch, use the children/safe version.

I plan to add a blob of this stuff to the top of the pin in the hope it sticks and the holds the strap
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 01 October 2020, 02:00
never seen that before dave, looks interesting

Its useful stuff, for indoor fixes and things you touch, use the children/safe version.

I plan to add a blob of this stuff to the top of the pin in the hope it sticks and the holds the strap

thanks, hope it fixes your strap, got my new cap delivered today but not had a chance to install yet.

on a sidenote, i got a 7 day fb ban for telling some dude to remove his GTD badge :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 01 October 2020, 11:22
 ↑ :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 01 October 2020, 20:52
 :grin: the melted snowflake in question had changed the chrome bit in the front grill to red so it looked like a GTi & i suggested removing the GTD so it looked more stealth but he took offence

anyway installed this android headunit today, massive improvement on the oem unit (RNS315) although my dab Ariel isnt working now but it doesnt matter bcos i only listen to one digital station & downloaded the app for it so all good :wink:

https://xtrons.co.uk/volkswagen-skoda-seat-various-android-10-octa-core-4gb-ram-32gb-rom-pb90mtvl
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Borbus on 02 October 2020, 09:20
A new filler cap was one of the first things I got for my car. The old one was really grubby and the cord was twisted into a weird shape. It's a Chinese replica but works OK. At first the cord ring didn't slip so when you undid the cap it would try to twist the cord. Bit of a sh!t design really. But after a few goes of holding it in place it now slips properly and works better. I think it was ~£10 off ebay.

I tried getting one of those RCD330 units imported from China. What came was the Chinese frankenstein version with sh!tty fonts on the front panel. I sent it back. Turns out it's hard to get an original RCD330 now. That Xtrons one looks much better and when you consider the RNS315 and RCD510 are still going for ~£200 on ebay it looks like a very nice upgrade for not much money (unless you have an RCD310 which isn't worth much).

RNS315 was never OEM on a GTI btw. Only RCD310 and RCD510, afaik. I used to have a copy of the Mk6 price list, but can't find it any more. If yours has an RNS315 then the previous owner must have fitted it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 03 October 2020, 10:52
never seen that before dave, looks interesting

Its useful stuff, for indoor fixes and things you touch, use the children/safe version.

I plan to add a blob of this stuff to the top of the pin in the hope it sticks and the holds the strap

thanks, hope it fixes your strap, got my new cap delivered today but not had a chance to install yet.


Let me know how you install it
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 03 October 2020, 17:17
ahhh that explains why i have a manual for the RCD510 in my service pack  :nerd:

the xtrons unit is good, not had any issues with freezing, slow functioning or anything at all other than i had to download a speaker booster app as the installed amplifier does not give individual speaker volume control which gave a rather poor performance initially but sorted now, think i may have blown a speaker using it on max setting.. :cry: i leave the booster on 60% now



Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 03 October 2020, 17:20
never seen that before dave, looks interesting

Its useful stuff, for indoor fixes and things you touch, use the children/safe version.

I plan to add a blob of this stuff to the top of the pin in the hope it sticks and the holds the strap

thanks, hope it fixes your strap, got my new cap delivered today but not had a chance to install yet.


Let me know how you install it

i will when i get the correct one! i got sent the wrong one so waiting for replacement! lucky i didn't rip the old one out before checking they matched!

i never noticed but the top of pin is damaged on mine, looks like someone tried replacing it already & failed or damaged then new one putting it in!

it should just pop off though with a small flat head screwdriver????

btw how have you got your torque dashboard setup? used torque for the first time the otherday and was overwhelmed by the amount of choises for dials & monitors  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 03 October 2020, 18:05

i will when i get the correct one! i got sent the wrong one so waiting for replacement! lucky i didn't rip the old one out before checking they matched!

i never noticed but the top of pin is damaged on mine, looks like someone tried replacing it already & failed or damaged then new one putting it in!

it should just pop off though with a small flat head screwdriver????

btw how have you got your torque dashboard setup? used torque for the first time the otherday and was overwhelmed by the amount of choises for dials & monitors  :laugh:

I tried that with screwdriver, I think the pin head is a one piece molding with the overall black plastic surround.

I couldn't find any online advice

With Torque monitor, I only click read faults codes and only every experimented with the odd dial.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 03 October 2020, 18:41

i will when i get the correct one! i got sent the wrong one so waiting for replacement! lucky i didn't rip the old one out before checking they matched!

i never noticed but the top of pin is damaged on mine, looks like someone tried replacing it already & failed or damaged then new one putting it in!

it should just pop off though with a small flat head screwdriver????

btw how have you got your torque dashboard setup? used torque for the first time the otherday and was overwhelmed by the amount of choises for dials & monitors  :laugh:

I tried that with screwdriver, I think the pin head is a one piece molding with the overall black plastic surround.

I couldn't find any online advice

With Torque monitor, I only click read faults codes and only every experimented with the odd dial.

i havent been able to find anything online either & dont want to pay anyone to do it  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 03 October 2020, 18:42
forgot to say, i had Pilot Sport 4's put on this morning and i really noticed the difference driving home as it was raining and i gave it some beans on a roundabout, felt glued to the road
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 05 October 2020, 12:26
@David25 just been on the phone to my local vw service dept & they told me you dont have to change the entire cap assembly, the seal inside the cap can be replaced and is about £11
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 07 October 2020, 12:27
@David25 just been on the phone to my local vw service dept & they told me you dont have to change the entire cap assembly, the seal inside the cap can be replaced and is about £11

Thanks, but its too late now for!

You can see a black rubber 0-ring inside but looking in my old cap, I would not know how to remove it and fit a new one without damaging it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 08 October 2020, 12:36
@David25 just been on the phone to my local vw service dept & they told me you dont have to change the entire cap assembly, the seal inside the cap can be replaced and is about £11

Thanks, but its too late now for!

You can see a black rubber 0-ring inside but looking in my old cap, I would not know how to remove it and fit a new one without damaging it.

no worries, im just getting vw to do mine as this is the 3rd day they have had my car since it went in for a chain & tensioner change, apparently they got sent the wrong parts first, then they broke the chain cover when re-fitting & i asked them to check my inlet manifold as i was getting a couple of error codes (PO507, PO171,PO299)

expecting to be best part of £1000 lighter by the end of the week
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 12 October 2020, 17:06
today i have been fiddling with my android headunit & everything is now setup as i like it & discovered agama car launcher which has totally changed the look of the interior of the car, looks more oem now

also using an amplifier/EQ app as the native android one is sh!t, going to setup kodi next :evil:

hoping RTech put me on their 3month waiting list for a remap this week :tongue: don't want to wait that long really but would always have a niggling voice in the back of my head if i took it anywhere else for a generic remap but means i have the money to refurb my alloys sooner than i expected so all good, just got to decide if i want them painted black or gun metal grey rather than the original diamond cut
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 16 November 2020, 23:49
injector failure :angry: car is in garage been quoted £450 guess its better now than after my RTech remap in january
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 18 November 2020, 09:58
I just look at it as its cheaper to fix than money you loose on a new car or have to pay every month to 'rent' a new car.


A mates asked for my help finding an Android headunit for his Mk5
Can you recommend one as im out of touch with these things. Last audio I bought was 2010!

Thank for any help
Geoff.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Borbus on 19 November 2020, 21:48
The Xtrons one posted a bit back in this thread looks good: https://xtrons.co.uk/volkswagen-skoda-seat-various-android-10-octa-core-4gb-ram-32gb-rom-pb90mtvl

I haven't seen one, though. Might want to check some reviews of it. If your mate has an RCD510 or RNS315 or something they still go for ~£200 on ebay so might not work out too expensive.

I wouldn't recommend looking for RCD330/RCD330Plus etc. A lot of people were installing them a while back it seems as they were genuine units for Chinese VWs. But the ones you find now are weird Chinese frankensteins where they've taken a different head unit and made a fake looking front panel so it fits in a Mk5/6. I spent considerable effort getting one imported from China only to find it looked like sh!t and sent it back immediately. It made me appreciate my RNS315 more, though!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 20 November 2020, 10:47
Thanks
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 23 November 2020, 00:46
thats the xtrons unit i have, had some minor issues that were resolved with a firmware update in 2mins, got no problems with it at all and have it looking pretty good thanks to agama car launcher app
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 19 January 2021, 01:55
not today but sunday i put led sequential indicators in the wing mirrors, massive improvement on the oem units with 4 tiny leds..waiting for 7.5 style headlights and sequential smoked rears..

Also earlier this month i took my GTi to RTech Performance for inlet valve cleaning, 4 new injectors with uprated seals and baskets & stage 1 remap..

Stock:    220 bhp
stage 1:  276.7 bhp - 307 lb-ft torque

mods: ram air cone intake & res delete

is a complete animal now
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 20 January 2021, 09:34
I do keep thinking of doing similar.  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 21 January 2021, 01:16
I do keep thinking of doing similar.  :smiley:

It was well worth the long drive there and back, its like driving a different GTi now

e2a: the RTech visit was worth it for the new injectors and valve cleaning alone!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 21 January 2021, 04:33
driver side window motor decided to stop working, had a quick look on ebay but couldnt find the right one so bit the bullet and forked out for a brand new one, there goes this months cocaine binge fund 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 25 January 2021, 10:38
replaced my non sequential depo rear led tail lights for tinted vland sequential rear lights, looks the business now, just waiting for delivery of my mk 7.5 style headlights now :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 29 January 2021, 13:31
I just cannot bring myself to fit sequential lights as the council depo is just down the road from me and all the new street cleaners and bin lorries have sequential led lights.  :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 30 January 2021, 23:14
I just cannot bring myself to fit sequential lights as the council depo is just down the road from me and all the new street cleaners and bin lorries have sequential led lights.  :laugh:

 :grin: today i put on my rear deflectors smoked honeycomb vinyl covers on from badgeskins
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Borbus on 21 February 2021, 10:45
I got new tyres. Pilot Sport 4. I've had them on for a while now but only just managed to take them out for a good drive. Previous owner had put on on some Goodyear EfficientGrip which were nearing the end of their life. It's the first time I've upgraded my tyres on a car. I also got the tracking done at the same time. I can't believe how much different it makes! Really fun to drive now.

The tyre ship annoyingly has put silver weights on my Monzas and hasn't even hidden them behind the "spoke". I might have to paint them black as I don't think I should move them myself. Not sure why they couldn't put them a few cm to the left where they would be hidden.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Garhan on 21 February 2021, 12:54
I know from experience that,if you want black weights you’ll have to ask and,most places will have to order them in.
As for the position,if they put them in any other position than what the machine says,they will be out of balance.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 21 February 2021, 13:10
I know from experience that,if you want black weights you’ll have to ask and,most places will have to order them in.
As for the position,if they put them in any other position than what the machine says,they will be out of balance.

When I had new tyres fitted last year, I asked the tyre fitting place I went to if they would fit non-corroding weights, as I think that rusty balance weights look unsightly. The weights they fitted look as if they’re zinc plated, so I’m hoping they’ll be a bit more resistant to corrosion than the ‘standard’ weights are. Time will tell............

Agree that removing the weights and re-positioning them behind the spokes wouldn’t work as the wheels would no longer be balanced. @Borbus; paint them black if you want to conceal them.

Interestingly, when the wheel barrels of VW’s factory wheels are black, VW don’t fit black balance weights in the factory either - the weights they use are a very light grey colour. They are pretty resistant to corrosion though.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Borbus on 21 February 2021, 13:16
I didn't even think about the weights when I took them in. Also it's the first wheels I've had where the barrel is so exposed. Live and learn! Next time I'll ask if they can use in-colour weights.

I didn't think about rusting either. I'll paint them and hopefully that will stop any rust too (or at least conceal it).
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: ramrod on 02 March 2021, 02:20
I just cannot bring myself to fit sequential lights as the council depo is just down the road from me and all the new street cleaners and bin lorries have sequential led lights.  :laugh:

my GTi is now a bin lorry :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 22 March 2021, 21:08
Due to lockdowns, Covid, Winter, working from home, supermarket deliverys, Amazon deliverys etc,

Ive only just realised apart from making sure i run it every few months and move it back and forth. 
The Mk6 hasnt done any miles this past year.   :sad:

My MOT guy is really going to rip the piss out of me this year. :grin: :whistle:

Thought i better check the other cars and OMG ive only done 600 miles total in the past 6 months!   :embarrassed: :undecided:

Ive turned into a hermit.... :huh:


So today went for a 20 mile drive in the mk6 (collected some parts on route) forgot what the mk6 was like.  :smiley: Stalled it twice  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 23 March 2021, 10:39

1. Breakdown
2. Recovery
3. Coil pack fault
4. But need plugs and oil change as a minimum (petrol contamination)
5. Total bill, three coil packs, plugs, oil, inlet clean, injector refurb
6. Next week MOT, total mileage over past 12 months = 1000 miles
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 04 April 2021, 15:29
1. Fitted new pollen filter
2. Fitted new driver floor mat
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Borbus on 01 June 2021, 12:34
Fitted a new PCV valve. It wasn't showing signs of being on the way out, but I'm getting a new clutch soon and asked for the rear main seal to be changed too as preventative maintenance, so it makes sense to change this now. The engine does actually idle better now and responds more to pulling the dipstick out while idling. Very easy job.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 01 June 2021, 22:16
Fitted new front brake pads as down to 3mm. Disc still in good condition. Not bad for 87k miles on set of pads.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 02 June 2021, 06:15
Mines been SORN since end March. I keep looking at its sad face in the garage and think i need to get it serviced, MOTed and used.  :embarrassed:

Nows probably the best time for me to get my ass in gear and do it.
The poor thing will prob be garaged again when my GR Yaris arrives in a few weeks. :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 12 June 2021, 17:08
Picked up and fitted some new GTI carpet floor mats I'd ordered through my local VW dealer. Though I've given myself another job as the driver's footwell needs a bit of a vacumn!  :whistle:

The GTI lettering and red stitched edge lifts the typical gloominess of the footwells though. Was suprised I'd still be able to get them.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 28 October 2021, 15:04
Completed the 6 months oil and filter change. Oem filter and castrol edge 5w30.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Boltz on 28 October 2021, 19:58
Fitted new GTI floor mats and a quick wash before it started raining.
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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Wugga on 28 October 2021, 22:03
Looking to see why the screen wash is so loose
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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 29 October 2021, 10:19
I think mine has a bracket on there but as its in my lockup at the moment I cannot easily check it for you sadly.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 29 October 2021, 11:13
Looking to see why the screen wash is so loose
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Just checked. There is a curved metal bracket there. Two bolts into the chassis and one into the washer bottle.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 12 November 2021, 23:00
Finally got round to fitting a dash cam that has been sitting on my workbench for a while. Motivated by a couple of drivers pulling out of side roads in front of me last week. ☹
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 13 November 2021, 08:38
I need to do the same.  Had one sitting here for over a year  :embarrassed:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 15 November 2021, 19:50
Just had to order a cruise control switch. Fortunately my mk6 only requires the one side and not the combined one. Looks an easy part to fit once the steering column covers are off provided the necessary precautions are taken with the airbag.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 25 November 2021, 15:18
Just had to order a cruise control switch. Fortunately my mk6 only requires the one side and not the combined one. Looks an easy part to fit once the steering column covers are off provided the necessary precautions are taken with the airbag.
Now fitted. Total cost £ 18.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 25 November 2021, 20:19
Must fit mine. Its been sitting in the draw for many years with other bits ive boughr but never got round too fitting  :embarrassed:  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 26 November 2021, 06:50
Must fit mine. Its been sitting in the draw for many years with other bits ive boughr but never got round too fitting  :embarrassed:  :grin:
Retirement gives me a bit more time these days.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 26 November 2021, 08:42
Today the car's awaiting collection for its major service at 184k miles.  I'm hoping there's no hidden suprises as I'm doubtful the garage will have any Black Friday deals on!  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 26 November 2021, 10:25
Today the car's awaiting collection for its major service at 184k miles.  I'm hoping there's no hidden suprises as I'm doubtful the garage will have any Black Friday deals on!  :grin:
My mk6 only has another 100k to catch up with your milage😀. That is a good mileage so must be in good condition. Hopefully mine lasts that long and petrol does not run out!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 02 February 2022, 19:41
Hit two large potholes last night and got a warning "check pads". Spent some time today checking wheels, pads, wear sensor cable and struts for possible oil leak. Fortunately all seems ok. Roads around me are the pits a d local council does nothing. :angry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 03 February 2022, 17:24
Hope it just shuck the connection joint on the strut for a second and caused an error.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 03 February 2022, 20:18
Hope it just shuck the connection joint on the strut for a second and caused an error.
Yes that is my view having done the checks. Cable was loose in the slot on the strut. Have to see if the fault code recurs.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Wugga on 07 February 2022, 13:53
Been getting a few issues lately- coil pack and spark plug caused a miss fire - radiator leaking, getting a bit frustrated with my mk6 going wrong 😑
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 12 February 2022, 09:58
Had both rear suspension arm bushes replaced as one side was just starting to perish.  Can't complain really though, as far as I'm aware they're the original bushes from factory 186k miles ago.

Also found out where my coolant was slowly disappearing to over a period of months, mechanic found a hole in my radiator.  Think this leak was generally happening at temperature and pressure, as I've never had any pink coolant on the garage floor.  But the car's plastic undertrays were probably complicit in masking the slow leak by stopping it reaching the garage floor  :wink:.  Though I suspect much of it was it was slowly dripping out on the A46.  :whistle:

My car is definitely Trigger's Broom now.  I really need to decide on a Mk8...but she continues to bring a smile on my daily drives.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 22 February 2022, 17:01
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I expect hate mail for this  :grin:  :grin:
I've bought some front Mudflaps for the Golf.
My Golf has never been used in winter since I bought it new.  :lipsrsealed: It must be the cleanest mk6 underneath  :grin:
But times are changing.
My winter hack the Leon mk1 will be sold after this winter and the Golf will move into a full time all year round daily role.
The Leon had oem mudflaps from new, very similar to the Golf oem ones in shape and I found they help, especially on the front in the winter months. So the Golf is getting front flaps. :evil:
I know, i know, but I live in the hills in the North and its always snowing and raining here. So it's a compromise I'm talking myself into making. :laugh:  :nerd:  :laugh:  :nerd:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 23 February 2022, 17:48
Searching for some PPF to fit were the mud flaps will be going to help save the paint. :grin:
Even though after 16 years the Leon's paint is fine behind its flaps but better safe then sorry with the Golf  :cool:

Do keep getting tempted to buy a set of refurbished Monza Shadows for the summer months. :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 25 February 2022, 17:49
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I expect hate mail for this  :grin:  :grin:
I've bought some front Mudflaps for the Golf.
My Golf has never been used in winter since I bought it new.  :lipsrsealed: It must be the cleanest mk6 underneath  :grin:
But times are changing.
My winter hack the Leon mk1 will be sold after this winter and the Golf will move into a full time all year round daily role.
The Leon had oem mudflaps from new, very similar to the Golf oem ones in shape and I found they help, especially on the front in the winter months. So the Golf is getting front flaps. :evil:
I know, i know, but I live in the hills in the North and its always snowing and raining here. So it's a compromise I'm talking myself into making. :laugh:  :nerd:  :laugh:  :nerd:

Hey Snoopy, no hate from me and I know this is a definite "Marmite" subject :grin:. 

I had OEM mud flaps front and rear on my Mk6 GTI for a while (like a good few years) for the same reasons as you've said.

But last year when having my front wings and driver side sill repainted, on removing the front mud flaps not only was there a shed tonne of mud and dirt trapped behind them (see pics).  But the front ones had actually rubbed though to the metal on a small patch on the door sill in the same place on both sides of the car.  So now I've changed my thoughts on them and they've not gone back on.

The mud flap bit that looked like it was the culprit was the tiny flared bit that sits inbetween the gap of the sill and wing.

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 25 February 2022, 18:23
 :sad: Oh.
I was thinking of a bit of PPF for the wing and the bit not stone chip painted on the sill.
I may offer them up and see what I think.
The Leon ones are straighter allowing jet washing out of muck. I removed the mudflaps a couple years back on the Leon and it showed no issue. I removed only to clean out behind the wheel arch liners a known mk4/leon issue.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 14 March 2022, 20:57
Think winter is over so removed and cleaned the front under wing cover and cleaned front suspension and lubed the brake caliper pins. Surprised how clean the wings were under the covers. MOT next week!

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 22 March 2022, 13:03
MOT done. No advisories :smiley:. Thought I might have had a comment on rear suspension bushes but still OK. Now to pay road fund :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 23 March 2022, 07:50
Road tax, got to pay for those potholes somehow :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 24 March 2022, 19:33
I think Boris uses the money for no 10 parties   :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 12 April 2022, 18:17
Think winter is over so removed and cleaned the front under wing cover and cleaned front suspension and lubed the brake caliper pins. Surprised how clean the wings were under the covers. MOT next week!

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Very impressed at your clean levels for under the wings.  Looks brand new chap, very impressive.  I'll not be sharing mine as a potential compare and contrast.  All I'll say is mine resemble something from a tsunami wave that's retreated.  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 12 April 2022, 19:20
First time in 12 years it has had a real clean. Usual road muck stuck underneath again now so back to normal! :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 16 April 2022, 11:57
Replaced a section of rear washer pipe though into the hatch. My lower boot seal and trim looked like a scene from Predator with luminous yellow-green screen wash pooling in it.

Found the offending leak, washer pipe had spilt in two places in the rubber sheath between the body and boot hatch.  Exactly the same spot as it failed 8 years ago when the dealer repaired it last; so can't complain on that I guess.  Boot opening and closing eventually fatigues the plastic until it fails, so impressed it's lasted this long. 

Given the previous fix lasted eight years, I'm pretty confident that my washer pipe repair will last until the Mk8 arrives, though maybe I'm not so confident on when the Mk8 will actually arrive.  :grin:  Think the car knows its replacement has been ordered and is on a mission to rinse my wallet whilst I wait!

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 16 April 2022, 14:53
Never understood why they used that type if pipe.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Wugga on 26 April 2022, 07:50
Had to have a new slave cylinder, clutch kit as was struggling to get into first and second and reverse! Also air conditioning has a leak ! Ffs 🤦🏻
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 26 April 2022, 21:36
Never understood why they used that type if pipe.

Me neither, would have expected the pipe material to be one that was a little more flexible whilst not deforming too much to allow the screenwash through.

I did wonder if this is partially the reason the cable routes into the hatch on the Mk7 and Mk8 Golfs were moved to the top from the sides.  Possibly less stress and fatigue on the cables and pipes from the boot hatch being opened and closed?

Today also booked in for a windscreen repair.  :rolleyes: A stone chip bang in the driver's field of vision on the way back from work courtesy of an Audi A3.  Hopefully a £10 repair not a full windscreen replacement.  The joys of car ownership.  :whistle:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Wugga on 27 April 2022, 15:59
Does anyone know colour match id for red brake calliper's please  ?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 27 April 2022, 17:33
Does anyone know colour match id for red brake calliper's please  ?

I can vaguely remember seeing somewhere (sorry, don’t know where - it was a few years ago) that it’s Tornado Red, but I could be wrong.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 28 April 2022, 11:03
Does anyone know colour match id for red brake calliper's please  ?

I can vaguely remember seeing somewhere (sorry, don’t know where - it was a few years ago) that it’s Tornado Red, but I could be wrong.

You used it yourself in 2016 and said it was a good match. Only know because I did a search recently because of chips on the
calipers and found your post. :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 28 April 2022, 13:27
Does anyone know colour match id for red brake calliper's please  ?

I can vaguely remember seeing somewhere (sorry, don’t know where - it was a few years ago) that it’s Tornado Red, but I could be wrong.

You used it yourself in 2016 and said it was a good match. Only know because I did a search recently because of chips on the
calipers and found your post. :laugh:

Ha, ha. So that’s how I vaguely remembered it…………..because it was me! :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 28 April 2022, 17:33
Does anyone know colour match id for red brake calliper's please  ?

I can vaguely remember seeing somewhere (sorry, don’t know where - it was a few years ago) that it’s Tornado Red, but I could be wrong.

You used it yourself in 2016 and said it was a good match. Only know because I did a search recently because of chips on the
calipers and found your post. :laugh:

Ha, ha. So that’s how I vaguely remembered it…………..because it was me! :grin:

This made me smile!  Car maintenance amnesia, hope it wasn't an overdose of the Tornado Red's vapour from the aerosol can that caused the memory loss! :grin:

Wallet was given a second rinsing today.  The Mk6 she knows the Mk8 is on her way (at some point  :rolleyes:).  £10 windscreen chip repair to fix Tuesday's gift from the Audi A3, fair play on that.  Got to the bottom of the engine bay clunking when travelling at low speeds over bumpy (or is that just normal) British roads.  Mechanic showed me significant play in the nearside front drop link.  Got both the NSF and OSF ones replaced and car tracking redone.  Clunking has now gone  :cool: as has 200 notes from my wallet. :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 29 April 2022, 18:24
how I vaguely remembered it…………..because it was me! :grin:
:grin: :grin:  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 11 May 2022, 18:52
GTI survived its 194k mile service today.  A couple of things to sort including a worn alternator belt (which could still be the vehicle's original) and a slight internal vacuum leak on the brake servo. That at present is not affecting the car's brake performance, but I will continue to keep an eye on it.  I'm sure I will end up getting that fixed before the Mk8 arrives, whenever that's going to be :tongue:.

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 11 May 2022, 19:53
GTI survived its 194k mile service today.  A couple of things to sort including a worn alternator belt (which could still be the vehicle's original) and a slight internal vacuum leak on the brake servo. That at present is not affecting brake performance but I will continue to keep an eye on.  I'm sure I will end up getting that fixed before the Mk8 arrives, whenever that's going to be :tongue:.

That is amazing. Obviously well maintained. I am suffering from rattles which I think comes from the rear doors area but not able to find them at present. Just wondered if yours had suffered from any squeaks or rattles and if so where and how did you sort them.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 11 May 2022, 20:19
GTI survived its 194k mile service today.  A couple of things to sort including a worn alternator belt (which could still be the vehicle's original) and a slight internal vacuum leak on the brake servo. That at present is not affecting brake performance but I will continue to keep an eye on.  I'm sure I will end up getting that fixed before the Mk8 arrives, whenever that's going to be :tongue:.

That is amazing. Obviously well maintained. I am suffering from rattles which I think comes from the rear doors area but not able to find them at present. Just wondered if yours had suffered from any squeaks or rattles and if so where and how did you sort them.

I'd say my wallet is well oiled too! But yes I look after her.  As for rattles and squeaks yes I've had a few Joe6:

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 11 May 2022, 20:24
GTI survived its 194k mile service today.  A couple of things to sort including a worn alternator belt (which could still be the vehicle's original) and a slight internal vacuum leak on the brake servo. That at present is not affecting brake performance but I will continue to keep an eye on.  I'm sure I will end up getting that fixed before the Mk8 arrives, whenever that's going to be :tongue:.

That is amazing. Obviously well maintained. I am suffering from rattles which I think comes from the rear doors area but not able to find them at present. Just wondered if yours had suffered from any squeaks or rattles and if so where and how did you sort them.

Unwanted interior squeaks, vibrations and rattles can be difficult to track down. The rear seat backrest latches are a known cause of rattles, and that could be mistaken for rattling from the rear doors if you’re listening from the drivers seat while driving.

An easy and inexpensive fix for the rattling rear seat back rest that many have used is to wrap some electrical insulating tape around the metal loops that the seat backrest latches onto. The tape eliminates any free play between the latches and the loop, so stops the rattling noises.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 12 May 2022, 13:27
GTI survived its 194k mile service today.  A couple of things to sort including a worn alternator belt (which could still be the vehicle's original) and a slight internal vacuum leak on the brake servo. That at present is not affecting brake performance but I will continue to keep an eye on.  I'm sure I will end up getting that fixed before the Mk8 arrives, whenever that's going to be :tongue:.

That is amazing. Obviously well maintained. I am suffering from rattles which I think comes from the rear doors area but not able to find them at present. Just wondered if yours had suffered from any squeaks or rattles and if so where and how did you sort them.

I'd say my wallet is well oiled too! But yes I look after her.  As for rattles and squeaks yes I've had a few Joe6:

  • Squeak/chirp that sounds like it's coming from the top of passenger A-pillar trim, was actually the rear seat back rests not being fully pushed back and clipped in (oops).
  • Squeak/rattle that sounded like it was coming from the top of the dash - was actually the sun visors, slightly compressing the visor between finger and thumb and it temporarily fixed it.
  • The infamous 65+ MPH rattle that drove me insane for months last year, initially appeared to be coming from the bottom of the passenger foot well at the base of the A-pillar.  This one drove me nuts as dead on 65 MPH it would manifest.  After stripping most of the dash, passenger seat, door cards etc out to no avail.  Turns out it was the exterior underbody plastic cladding/front wheel arch liner that had come out of alignment and needed realigning/positioning.
  • Think I also had a squeak that was down to the rubberised parcel shelf prongs rubbing in their locators on each side of the boot
Heads up much appreciated. Already done the rear seats and parcel shelf but no difference. Wheel arch linings refitted after checking for rust before the MOT. Will check all plastic covers under the body before starting on the door cards!
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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 18 May 2022, 17:25
My 65 MPH rattle has returned after a few months' blissful silence.  Guess my fettling/realignment of the passenger front wheel arch liner & underbody trim was just a temporary reprieve. 

Have just picked up a new N/S/F wheel arch liner and brand new fixings from the dealership.  This weekend's job will be to swop it out and see if that brings serenity to my daily commute once again.  :rolleyes:  Hoping the new rigid plastic liner and brand new fixings may eliminate the play/vibration causing the rattle heard in the passenger footwell.  Fingers crossed.

Even if it doesn't, I will have briefly achieved having one very clean inner wheel arch. You'd be proud Joe6!  :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 24 May 2022, 15:14
Still struggling with finding where the rattles are. Tried the small knee drawer catch, sunglass holder, radio wiring in the dash and cigarette ash holder and flap, heater plastic piping under the dash and pollen filter holder but still have some dash rattles but not as bad. Adhesive felt roll just arrived and clips for the door cards so can have a go at that next. Will also check the plastic front wing liners again but no going to clean them this time  :smiley:. Hope the new liners sort your problem.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 05 June 2022, 14:41
Yesterday I finally got round to replacing the front passenger wheel arch liner and the piece of underbody trim that it locates into with all new fixing screws.  See the photo with the yellow arrows to see the rattle causing area I'm talking about.  Note the "arrow photo" was taken before I'd replaced the underbody piece of locator trim.

All in the hope that new plastic trim (with no warp or wear) will stop the wheel liner's locator tab popping out, vibrating and causing my rattle in the passenger footwell at 65+ MPH.

Initial test drive on dual-carriageway at 70 MPH and the rattle is gone from the bottom of the A-pillar!  :grin:.  Fingers crossed this is it finally sorted and I can have peace and quiet on my commute to work.

@joe6, sorry to hear you're still trying to locate your dash rattles :cry:.  Though I think your tactic to replace the door card clips is a good call.  A tedious, but necessary process of elimination in catching the rattle sounds bouncing round the cabin.

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 05 June 2022, 17:54
Glad the rattles fixed.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 06 June 2022, 11:57
Glad yours is sorted. :smiley: Must get round to further investigation with mine but been a bit busy this last two weeks.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 29 June 2022, 18:17
Glad yours is sorted. :smiley: Must get round to further investigation with mine but been a bit busy this last two weeks.

Cheers Joe6.  Think it's been squashed, no more rattle in the cabin since replacing the wheel arch liner!  :cool:   Appreciate allocating time to locate car rattles is not the most exciting.  :grin:

Car's been in to have some more work done. Alternator belt has been replaced and due to the crystal ball needed on the Mk8 order I had the brake servo changed too. The mechanic suspected that the diaphragm in the servo may have been damaged/torn, causing the vacuum leak and hissing noise in the cabin when not braking. 

Further quiet in the cabin has been achieved with the servo replacement. With the reassurance that I've got a new brake servo and I'll not need to stop the car by putting my feet into the engine bay Fred Flintstone style if the old one had failed!  :grin: 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 01 July 2022, 11:49
Glad yours is sorted. :smiley: Must get round to further investigation with mine but been a bit busy this last two weeks.


Further quiet in the cabin has been achieved. With reassurance that I've got a new brake servo and I'll not need to stop the car by putting my feet into the engine bay Fred Flintstone style if the old one had failed!  :grin:
:laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 12 August 2022, 16:02
GTI back from an air-con service and the dreaded MOT test.  MOT passed with no advisories; all green.  :wink:   Who knows this could be my last MOT for a while if the Mk8 does decide to make an appearance next year.  :rolleyes: 

Will enjoy the remainder of the British summer with ice cold air. :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 15 August 2022, 13:04
That reminds me I need to get the aircon serviced on mine.  :cool:

Glad it went through another MOT OK and I hope the Mk8 turns up sometime soon for you.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 15 August 2022, 13:11
Bought it another battery just need to get my ass into gear and fit it now. I  couldn't be bothered to fit it yet and used the heat as an excuse  :cool: and just used another car.  :grin:
Alarm siren is flagging up on vcds too as battery below lower limit. So probably have to fork out for another one of these.  :laugh: Siren was replaced at 3yrs old so guess they only last 3 or 9 yrs  :grin:
Aircons also running alittle low so will have to get that serviced too.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 15 August 2022, 14:28
Messing about the other day with lights on for a few minutes and flattened the battery. Managed a jump start from an old battery that I keep on trickle charge. Think I need a new battery as it is 6+ years old. Will wait til winter unless it gets really bad.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: willni on 16 August 2022, 09:13
Messing about the other day with lights on for a few minutes and flattened the battery. Managed a jump start from an old battery that I keep on trickle charge. Think I need a new battery as it is 6+ years old. Will wait til winter unless it gets really bad.

If you know someone with a Halfords trade card (They're easy to get) you get very good discount off batteries, then add the halfords member club new member £10 off on would get you a battery for £65/75.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 16 August 2022, 10:37

If you know someone with a Halfords trade card (They're easy to get) you get very good discount off batteries, then add the halfords member club new member £10 off on would get you a battery for £65/75.
I bought this Varta one from Tanya batterys a couple weeks back for total of £60.96 inc standard delivery which actually arrived the next day. (my oem one was a varta). Price has just changed sightly though since i got it.
https://www.tayna.co.uk/car-batteries/varta/d24/
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 17 August 2022, 18:58
Thanks for the info. Prices seem reasonable. Current one is Varta and was the same as the original oem one. Six years seems to be about the life of batteries.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 04 September 2022, 16:33
Never thought I would see this on my gti! Grandson needs a top up before his test so spent an hour or so with white knuckles.  :smiley: Still looking OK though for 12 years.

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 06 September 2022, 21:51
Never thought I would see this on my gti! Grandson needs a top up before his test so spent an hour or so with white knuckles.  :smiley: Still looking OK though for 12 years.

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Did the 'driving top up' go okay? :grin:. I do hope the white knuckle ride hasn't meant your passenger side door handle now has a permanent impression of your hand on it; coupled with a phantom brake pedal mark in the passenger footwell?  :wink:

Your GTI is still looking very tidy for a twelve year old car, paintwork looks awesome - she shines up very nice indeed.  It's clearly been well looked after.  :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 07 September 2022, 07:50
Going OK now but heavy right foot in the beginning hence the white knuckles :huh:.  Test in 2 weeks. Occasionally finds 4th instead of 6th gear  :wink: but gearshift is a little slack. Probably need to change some of the bushes as they are only plastic compound.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 18 September 2022, 11:53
Quick update, annual service, couple of tyres and now the car is doing more miles since its injector refurb, I can manage up to 40mpg (440 miles from 50 litres)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 20 September 2022, 08:44

If you know someone with a Halfords trade card (They're easy to get) you get very good discount off batteries, then add the halfords member club new member £10 off on would get you a battery for £65/75.
I bought this Varta one from Tanya batterys a couple weeks back for total of £60.96 inc standard delivery which actually arrived the next day. (my oem one was a varta). Price has just changed sightly though since i got it.
https://www.tayna.co.uk/car-batteries/varta/d24/
Thanks Snoopy. Went with Halfords in the end £68 collected - same spec and 4yrs warranty. Won't have the car after 4 more years!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 20 September 2022, 18:04
Thanks Snoopy. Went with Halfords in the end £68 collected - same spec and 4yrs warranty. Won't have the car after 4 more years!
  :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 20 September 2022, 18:06
Does looking at it count as doing something to it  :grin:
Kept Looking at it in the garage  :smiley: as I kept walking past it to get tools to try fix my Leon.  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 20 September 2022, 19:05
Does looking at it count as doing something to it  :grin:
Kept Looking at it in the garage  :smiley: as I kept walking past it to get tools to try fix my Leon.  :grin:
Only if you stroked it gently at the same time :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 21 September 2022, 13:30
 :huh:  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 22 September 2022, 13:46

Did the 'driving top up' go okay? :grin:. I do hope the white knuckle ride hasn't meant your passenger side door handle now has a permanent impression of your hand on it; coupled with a phantom brake pedal mark in the passenger footwell?  :wink:

Your GTI is still looking very tidy for a twelve year old car, paintwork looks awesome - she shines up very nice indeed.  It's clearly been well looked after.  :cool:

Success!!  :laugh: Passed first time with 2 minors. Having been a passenger during his practice it has made me analyse my driving a bit more carefully :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 26 September 2022, 13:57
Changed the rear pads after 95k miles. Rear brakes don't seem to get much use except from learner drivers not releasing the handbrake soon enough when practicing hill starts :smiley:.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 07 October 2022, 10:52

Did the 'driving top up' go okay? :grin:. I do hope the white knuckle ride hasn't meant your passenger side door handle now has a permanent impression of your hand on it; coupled with a phantom brake pedal mark in the passenger footwell?  :wink:

Your GTI is still looking very tidy for a twelve year old car, paintwork looks awesome - she shines up very nice indeed.  It's clearly been well looked after.  :cool:

Success!!  :laugh: Passed first time with 2 minors. Having been a passenger during his practice it has made me analyse my driving a bit more carefully :grin:

Great news on your grandson's pass.  Still remember that sense of freedom when I passed eons ago, then having to ask the parents if I could borrow the car.  :grin:  I'm sure there have been a few changes in learner driver teaching techniques since learning to drive, and you may have slipped into a couple of bad habits  :whistle: So I bet there have been learning points on both sides when you helped top up your grandson's lessons.  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 07 October 2022, 22:27


Great news on your grandson's pass.  Still remember that sense of freedom when I passed eons ago, then having to ask the parents if I could borrow the car.  :grin:  I'm sure there have been a few changes in learner driver teaching techniques since learning to drive, and you may have slipped into a couple of bad habits  :whistle: So I bet there have been learning points on both sides when you helped top up your grandson's lessons.  :grin:
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Yes learnt the latest driving hints for passing the test from him. Going to let his mum take the pain of insurance on her leon :smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 15 October 2022, 17:07
Had two new tyres fitted today. Talked to the tyre fitter in the office after fitting and commented that I was interested in seeing how the Michelins compared with the old Goodyear F1s. Oh he said I have just fitted two new Goodyear!!  :rolleyes: Had to laugh though. Fortunately the tyre depot takes good care with fitting so no marks on the diamond cut alloys.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 15 October 2022, 21:22
 :grin: Reminds me I need new tyres for mine 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: dubber36 on 21 October 2022, 09:39

 Going to let his mum take the pain of insurance on her leon :smiley:

Have a look at Marmalade Insurance.

The new driver has there own policy that allows them to drive a family members car. They build there own no claims that way. We've just done it for our daughter. Bought a 2012 Polo, insured it for us for £170, then she bought her bolt on policy for £750.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 21 October 2022, 12:29
Thanks for that heads-up. We did something  similar when he was a learner. Quite a lot cheaper. Will give it a go.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 03 November 2022, 17:21

 Going to let his mum take the pain of insurance on her leon :smiley:

Have a look at Marmalade Insurance.

The new driver has there own policy that allows them to drive a family members car. They build there own no claims that way. We've just done it for our daughter. Bought a 2012 Polo, insured it for us for £170, then she bought her bolt on policy for £750.

Well mum did not want him on her policy. :cry:. He has a reasonable job so he has a 1.2 hyundai i20 with satnav and parking sensors dusk and rain sensor on his own policy with mum as named driver for £650  :smiley: Excess is a bit high but not unreasonable and hopefully not required.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 26 November 2022, 14:42
After what seemed like an eternity for my new winter wheels to arrive from Germany. The wheels finally turned up.  The intention is to fit them as winter wheels to the Mk8 CS when ("if"  :grin:) it materialises next year. As my current 17" wheels won't clear the Clubsport's brakes. 

Though I'm really glad I didn't get them fitted straight away due to that weird November weekend that saw 17 deg. C temps.  Why? well I had a brain fart driving home during the week, and managed to low speed 'bounce' off the kerb on a section of road I've driven a million times.   

The usual sequence of hearing the sound, knowing what I'd just done, then immediately being cross with myself  :angry: for being so careless.  Culimating in not relishing the inspection of my own handiwork when I got on my driveway.   :rolleyes:

Nearside front took the hit, granted I was going to get these Monza Shadows refurbished when my Mk8 turns up.  But wasn't wishing to do it right now, such is life.  Anyway silver lining was that I didn't kerb the new BBS wheels - then I would have been sick! 

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So my Monza Shadows have been stripped of tyres and are awaiting refurbing at the Wheel Specialist.  Having the same Gunmental colour on them.

Anyway here she is with her 18" BBS SR wheels on and Continental WinterContact 870P winter tyres.  Was weird going from 17" BBS SRs to 18" BBS SRs, as it looks the same but still different if that makes sense. Excuse the autumn dirt, she's a bit of a grubby girl today.

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 26 November 2022, 21:01
  :cry:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hideki on 01 December 2022, 17:09
Had my car 6 months now after buying a fresh import. Not done much bar a few interior tweaks and a splash of aurum gold on the wheels!


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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 01 December 2022, 18:07
I nearly bought some not to long ago that had been refurbished in bronze, gold.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hideki on 01 December 2022, 20:38
Think I saw those on EBay. Involved part exchanging my wheels but I couldn’t be bothered when I could get mine refurbished and painted for the same price in three hours at home. Currently looking at exhaust tips and can’t decide between 3.5” or 4” outlets. Has anybody else fitted them? My main fear is getting madly oversized ones that make the car look like a wheelie bin fitted with Saturn 5 rockets.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 01 December 2022, 21:38
@Hideki, I do like the look of the gold with the white car.  Not a combo I'd thought about.

Picked my Monza Shadows up from the wheel refurbishers today.  My kerb bouncing handiwork has now been erased in under a week.  Stuck with TWS Gunmetal Grey, happy with the result.  Just need to try and avoid kerbs now. :whistle:

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 02 February 2023, 14:38
Had to top up the coolant level as well below the min level but coolant temp still normal. First time ever gone below half way to min. Will have to sot out the leak origins by driving around as no coolant on the garage floor. Main offenders usually pump or thermostat but could be the rad? None cheap!   :sad:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 02 February 2023, 14:51
It's normally the pump but as you say best to check.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 11 February 2023, 16:14
It's normally the pump but as you say best to check.
Could not find any leak after a good poke round in and under the engine bay. 120 mile round trip and no drop in coolant level and normal temp. Not sure what is going on.  :huh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 12 February 2023, 09:02
Could not find any leak after a good poke round in and under the engine bay. 120 mile round trip and no drop in coolant level and normal temp. Not sure what is going on.  :huh:

Hi joe6, I had a similar thing last January with mine also suffering a mysterious drop in coolant levels. Yet no pink fluid on my garage floor or noticible in the engine bay.  The mechanic eventually found a small hole in my radiator that must have only been slow leaking when the car was at temperature and pressure.  So you may wish to double check the radiator to make sure.

Just found the photo of where mine was leaking joe6.  As you can see from below, very faint pink staining on the metal underside of the radiator.  May help direct you or rule out an area? According to the mechanic he pressurised the coolant system to 1 bar and that's when he spotted the leak.

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 12 February 2023, 09:12
Well this happened during my last journey...

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Proof that a 2009 Mk6 GTi will make it to 200,000 miles  :grin:. Though I won't go into the bits that have been repaired during my 10 year ownership to get her there, not quite "Trigger's Broom'.  :whistle: 

As a 200k mile celebration she'll get an overdue wash today!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 12 February 2023, 09:51
Well this happened during my last journey...

Proof that a 2009 Mk6 GTi will make it to 200,000 miles  :grin:. Though I won't go into the bits that have been repaired during my 10 year ownership to get her there, not quite "Trigger's Broom'.  :whistle: 

As a 200k mile celebration she'll get an overdue wash today!

Congratulations! I think a good spruce-up would be well deserved. I wonder if there are any other 200k mk6 GTI’s on the forum? Probably not.

And it’s good to see a nice set of analogue dials (something VW are / were very good at IMHO), rather than a one dimensional digital instrument display.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 12 February 2023, 11:08
Congratulations! I think a good spruce-up would be well deserved. I wonder if there are any other 200k mk6 GTI’s on the forum? Probably not.
Mines a long way off, i have 183,786 to go to catch up.  :lipsrsealed:


Though I won't go into the bits that have been repaired during my 10 year ownership to get her there, not quite "Trigger's Broom'.  :whistle: 
Triggers broom  :grin:


Could not find any leak after a good poke round in and under the engine bay. 120 mile round trip and no drop in coolant level and normal temp. Not sure what is going on.  :huh:
Sounds like a small radiator hole as posted above its probably sealed itself slightly. Also check the header tank as I have heard of them leaking on the plastic mold joints.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 12 February 2023, 11:36
Congratulations! I think a good spruce-up would be well deserved. I wonder if there are any other 200k mk6 GTI’s on the forum? Probably not.
Mines a long way off, i have 183,786 to go to catch up.  :lipsrsealed:


Wow! That’s an incredibly low mileage. I can remember you getting your Shadow Blue mk6 GTI back around 2010/2011 - I was waiting for my mk6 GTD to be built at the time. Your car must be pretty much in showroom condition having covered less than 16k miles in around 12 years.

It was your reasoning for not going for the 18” Monza Shadow diamond cut alloys that made me wary of them in general. I had diamond cut alloys on my GTD (that was the only choice on the GTD, whether you took the standard 17” alloys or went for the 18” option), and in spite of meticulous care, two of them succumbed to white worm between 2-3 years old (replaced under warranty) and another was starting to show signs of it when I sold the car at just under five years old.

I know we all have different likes and dislikes, which IMHO is a good thing. I dislike diamond cut alloys with a passion :angry:.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 12 February 2023, 11:56
Good memory.
My mk6 never really got used for what I planned was it's intended purpose. Its been pampered far more than it should ever ever ever ever have been due to my changes of circumstances. Gallons of waxoyl and I then never used it in the winter.  :laugh: I stupidly keep using the Leon or van.  :undecided:  Its sat most its life in the heated garage with the mk1.. I should have sold it years ago but i could never bring myself to part with it having not used it! So sadly you are right its in showroom condition. At the moment i keep telling myself it's just a mk6. Once winter is over sell the leon and USE IT as the daily :lipsrsealed: Its embarrassing really.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 12 February 2023, 14:06
Could not find any leak after a good poke round in and under the engine bay. 120 mile round trip and no drop in coolant level and normal temp. Not sure what is going on.  :huh:

Hi joe6, I had a similar thing last January with mine also suffering a mysterious drop in coolant levels. Yet no pink fluid on my garage floor or noticible in the engine bay.  The mechanic eventually found a small hole in my radiator that must have only been slow leaking when the car was at temperature and pressure.  So you may wish to double check the radiator to make sure.

Just found the photo of where mine was leaking joe6.  As you can see from below, very faint pink staining on the metal underside of the radiator.  May help direct you or rule out an area? According to the mechanic he pressurised the coolant system to 1 bar and that's when he spotted the leak.

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Thanks Bluto will have another look at the radiator. Pressure test seems to be the next action.
Congratulations on the mileage. Quite a feat and gives me confidence to keep on motoring until the petrol runs out.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: JSYGTI on 20 February 2023, 06:23
Added some USB quick charging ports, very straightforward 10 minute job and the loom goes in the 12 volt port loom meaning you get to keep that too.


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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 20 February 2023, 08:38
Nice mod :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hertsman on 23 February 2023, 14:45
Well this happened during my last journey...

Proof that a 2009 Mk6 GTi will make it to 200,000 miles  :grin:. Though I won't go into the bits that have been repaired during my 10 year ownership to get her there, not quite "Trigger's Broom'.  :whistle: 

As a 200k mile celebration she'll get an overdue wash today!

Congratulations! I think a good spruce-up would be well deserved. I wonder if there are any other 200k mk6 GTI’s on the forum? Probably not.

And it’s good to see a nice set of analogue dials (something VW are / were very good at IMHO), rather than a one dimensional digital instrument display.

Mine is still in its training nappies at 59,000 miles!

Only had 5 months, but its been an inspired buy, very little money in context of new, nearly new, but an absolute dream to drive, and given there is 200k MK 6 out there, no reason we will not continue to run as a modern classic for another 10 years, that's the present thinking (likely only be 90,000 miles by then!)
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hertsman on 23 February 2023, 15:03
Good memory.
My mk6 never really got used for what I planned was it's intended purpose. Its been pampered far more than it should ever ever ever ever have been due to my changes of circumstances. Gallons of waxoyl and I then never used it in the winter.  :laugh: I stupidly keep using the Leon or van.  :undecided:  Its sat most its life in the heated garage with the mk1.. I should have sold it years ago but i could never bring myself to part with it having not used it! So sadly you are right its in showroom condition. At the moment i keep telling myself it's just a mk6. Once winter is over sell the leon and USE IT as the daily :lipsrsealed: Its embarrassing really.

Really good ones are desirable and really hold price well, imagine you could pitch into a decent mileage ED35 bracket, and legitimately ask £18000 + depending on specification. Though there is case for why would you sale it, and for what that is better without chucking a whole lot more money to move to newer and equally desirable.

There is a MK 6 Golf R on Autotrader with think 16,000 miles and the garage wants £23000 which think is probably £3k too much in todays market as can get decent MK 7 R for that, but again it shows immaculate low mileage cars have decent desirability in days where cars are losing their character model series by model series.

When say desirable, when bought mine, there was a pretty frequent turnover on Autotrader on cars nowhere near that mileage and condition, and the lower mileage and better condition models always demanded the premium ££ and again, always sold.

The reason i was looking as really wanted to run a decent MK 6 GTI given they always turned my head when saw one, a kind of a modern classic when in good condition, and sure i am not alone in that thinking. 

I was lucky as the spec wanted, White, 3 Door, Glendale, magically just popped up, with all the boxes ticked of reasonable mileage and full VW Service History and what has surprised me most is how well built it is having spent 9 years in MK 7, and how much pull and smooth that pull is?

Love the dials, media system is good enough, and leather seats are great and have just purchased some new OEM mats, so the car looks genuinely new pushing towards its 11th birthday.

Cannot see anything as a second car for the relatively little money in it, that does 3k a year which would be better, love seeing it out there, and even though drive around in my 128Ti with all the bells and whistles, always look forward to jumping in the GTI

Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 26 February 2023, 14:31

Congratulations! I think a good spruce-up would be well deserved. I wonder if there are any other 200k mk6 GTI’s on the forum? Probably not.

And it’s good to see a nice set of analogue dials (something VW are / were very good at IMHO), rather than a one dimensional digital instrument display.

Cheers SRGTD, she had a premium wash.  Now covered in Winter muck again.  Not sure about this forum, but on some of the others I think there were some Mk6 GTI owners past 150k.  Think they were in the U.S.  Reckon VW should do what I've seen on a Toyota Yaris.  Milestone windscreen badges at 100k, 125k, 150k miles.  :grin:



Mines a long way off, i have 183,786 to go to catch up.  :lipsrsealed:

My goodness Snoopy, that really is low mileage.  Amazing.  Does yours only come out for birthdays and weddings?  As SRGTD said your car must be in showroom condition. :cool:  Mine, she's definitely been a daily driver.

Though I won't go into the bits that have been repaired during my 10 year ownership to get her there, not quite "Trigger's Broom'.  :whistle: 
Triggers broom  :grin:

Maybe when my Mk8 Clubsport finally arrives I'll upload everything my Mk6 has had repaired or replaced :rolleyes:.  Will give a well rounded view on the total cost of ownership for a 200k+ GTI.  :wink:

Thanks Bluto will have another look at the radiator. Pressure test seems to be the next action.
Congratulations on the mileage. Quite a feat and gives me confidence to keep on motoring until the petrol runs out.

You're welcome, hope you find the black hole that's consuming your car's coolant!

Cheers, yes keep your Mk6 going.  Lots more miles left in it.


Mine is still in its training nappies at 59,000 miles!

Only had 5 months, but its been an inspired buy, very little money in context of new, nearly new, but an absolute dream to drive, and given there is 200k MK 6 out there, no reason we will not continue to run as a modern classic for another 10 years, that's the present thinking (likely only be 90,000 miles by then!)

Yours may be in training nappies Hertsman, but the Force is strong.  I think your idea of running your modern classic for another 10 years is definitely achievable.  Still in two minds whether to keep mine or sell it when the Mk8 arrives.  Maybe if she'd not done over 200k miles it would be a more attractive option? :undecided:


Today's Job


Replaced my car's battery this morning.  Old one was just under 5 years' old, wasn't causing any real issue.  But very occasionally (like once a month) she'd fail to start on first turn of the key.  Though I did wonder at the time whether Yuasa's configurator had got it right on the prevous one.  As the battery I've just replaced was a Yuasa Silver HSB013 with 62 Ah and 620 Amp.  New one is a Yuasa Silver HSB096m with 80 Ah, 740 Amp, which I'm sure was more in line with capacity and cranking amps to the original VW one. 

Anyhow had the usual steering wheel light come on that I had to clear on first start with the new battery by turning the wheel full left and right full lock.  Plus had to do each of the electric windows to the bottom and top again to get the one-touch window up/down function to work.  Oh and the Pioneer headunit lost a few settings.   
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 26 February 2023, 19:00
Original one is 60Ah , 280A Din , 480A EN/SAE  part no. 5K0915105D most were by Varta but like the tyres they had a few suppliers.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 19 March 2023, 15:25
Busy day taking advantage of the weather. Brake caliper pins cleaned and greased, wheels cleaned and sealed and car snow foamed and waxed. MOT on Tuesday!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Adam T7 on 19 March 2023, 15:56
You have to put the front wipers into the service position to be able to lift them up, yeah. I forget every time I wash the car. Turn ignition to position 2, then off again, then push wiper stalk down to activate service position.

Once the wipers are in the service position and lifted away from the screen to be able to remove the old / fit the new wiper blades, I’d recommend laying something like a thick towel on the screen, in case the wiper arm falls back down onto the screen after the old blade’s been removed. If it does do this and nothing’s been put on the glass to protect it, the metal end of the wiper arm can crack the windscreen.

Been there, done that on the wife’s Mk4 many years ago. Now I have a cut off piece of 16mm foam pipe insulation to stick onto the end of the arm👍
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: david25 on 21 March 2023, 18:18

Today's Job[/u]

Replaced my car's battery this morning.  Old one was just under 5 years' old, wasn't causing any real issue.  But very occasionally (like once a month) she'd fail to start on first turn of the key.  Though I did wonder at the time whether Yuasa's configurator had got it right on the prevous one.  As the battery I've just replaced was a Yuasa Silver HSB013 with 62 Ah and 620 Amp.  New one is a Yuasa Silver HSB096m with 80 Ah, 740 Amp, which I'm sure was more in line with capacity and cranking amps to the original VW one. 

Anyhow had the usual steering wheel light come on that I had to clear on first start with the new battery by turning the wheel full left and right full lock.  Plus had to do each of the electric windows to the bottom and top again to get the one-touch window up/down function to work.  Oh and the Pioneer headunit lost a few settings.

Did my battery today, replaced a five year Exide with another Exide, French branded Fulmen 64ah 640a
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 22 March 2023, 09:15
MOT completed. No advisories. Feedback was very clean car. Surprised at the condition of the original brake discs given the mileage. Garaged all its life probably helped.:smiley:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 01 April 2023, 20:22
MOT completed. No advisories. Feedback was very clean car. Surprised at the condition of the original brake discs given the mileage. Garaged all its life probably helped.:smiley:

Ah that warm fuzzy feeling of passing the MOT test with no advisories.  Nice. I'm sure your wallet felt safer when you heard that joe6?  :grin:  Having seen photos of your Mk6, I'm not surprised on the good feedback, looks mint. 

Got my winter wheels and shoes swopped back over to the Monza Shadows and summer shoes.  Had the wheel alignment checked too, which showed it needed adjusting, a fair bit actually.  Clearly the amount of pot holes in the county has taken its toll on my car since November - must try harder to dodge more! :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 02 April 2023, 16:40
Wallet still a lot lighter from the road fund. Almost as much as the insurance! Bought new bonnet insulation. Got fed up with the gaffer tape coming loose on the old one.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 02 April 2023, 19:53
Interesting can you still get the bonnet pad new?
My insurance renewal just came through at 165.33, the road tax hurts. I also need 4 new tyres which will hurt more.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 02 April 2023, 20:05
Bonnet insulation is a Chinese version but can still get oem at a price!! The one I fitted is not as thick as the original but the tabs seem more robust. Looks the same quality as the mk7 one I had replaced under warranty. Insurance goes up fair bit when you get to certain age.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hertsman on 17 April 2023, 16:03
Have added the Maxton Spoiler extension, adds bit more feature to the rear in line with other black on white features

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Was so happy, added one to the 128ti as well, good quality perfectly fitting products

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 24 April 2023, 17:52
Car went in for its major service today (201,200 miles), all went well nothing horredous to report. Phew  :shocked: 

Couple of minor items reported on the health check.  Car's bonnet catch and its release cable is stiff to operate, which to be fair it is  :rolleyes:. I'll monitor and possibly look up how to change myself as the health check only states that the front section of the cable is needed along with a new catch.  Rear pads down to 6 mm.

Only sore point was the garage's pickup driver was dropped off in a White Mk8 Golf, granted not GTI Clubsport, but reminded me what I'd ordered 13 months ago and still nowhere to be seen!  :grin:   
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Hertsman on 25 April 2023, 10:14
Car went in for its major service today (201,200 miles), all went well nothing horredous to report. Phew  :shocked: 

Couple of minor items reported on the health check.  Car's bonnet catch and its release cable is stiff to operate, which to be fair it is  :rolleyes:. I'll monitor and possibly look up how to change myself as the health check only states that the front section of the cable is needed along with a new catch.  Rear pads down to 6 mm.

Only sore point was the garage's pickup driver was dropped off in a White Mk8 Golf, granted not GTI Clubsport, but reminded me what I'd ordered 13 months ago and still nowhere to be seen!  :grin:   

Was this a VW service and how much was it for the service? Mine is due its next service in August, the first in our ownership, and we intend to maintain its already FVWSH and its just about to clock 60,000 miles, which at the 3000 mile average we likely to keep at, will take us 45 + years to get to yours!  :wink:

Really like the Mk8 Clubsport, be my preferred of the MK 8 performance, but 13 months is some wait, my 128Ti was 9 months and thought that was bad, though there was someone on the BMW forum who got close to 2 years but had such a good deal, he stuck it out, and given all the price increases across the board to buy, lease, PCP, the wait actually feels worth it to him now.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 25 April 2023, 11:17
New car delivery times are just silly, I waited 7 months for my GRyaris, some who ordered in Jun/July 21 are still waiting or they are just arriving. So similar to the near 2 Yr delivery for BMW.
Nissan vans i was told lately are anywere from 12-24 months depending on model.
Then again I waited 7 months for my mk6 GTI many years ago.

Servicing
https://www.volkswagen.co.uk/en/owners-and-services/servicing-and-parts/pricing-for-cars-over-3.html
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 26 April 2023, 12:19
Car went in for its major service today (201,200 miles), all went well nothing horredous to report. Phew  :shocked: 

Couple of minor items reported on the health check.  Car's bonnet catch and its release cable is stiff to operate, which to be fair it is  :rolleyes:. I'll monitor and possibly look up how to change myself as the health check only states that the front section of the cable is needed along with a new catch.  Rear pads down to 6 mm.

Only sore point was the garage's pickup driver was dropped off in a White Mk8 Golf, granted not GTI Clubsport, but reminded me what I'd ordered 13 months ago and still nowhere to be seen!  :grin:   

Was this a VW service and how much was it for the service?

Hi @Hertsman, yes my major service was carried out at a main dealer.  Car's had a FVWSH since new.  I have a service plan which I renewed last year as my previous 5 year one had run its course.  At the time of renewing my service plan, my major service is £354, and a minor service is £184.  Though I got them to include the engine flush on the plan too which is an extra £19.99.

Was going to take another 5 year one out again to take advantage of 2022 pricing, but apparently I can't transfer to the Mk8.  I'll have to cancel my current service plan and then take out a new one for the Clubsport (whenever it arrives).  So I've only taken out a 2 year plan for my Mk6.


I'm still looking forward to the Clubsport of course, but I'm going to stick out the wait and not cancel the order as I'm too far along now.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 04 June 2023, 14:23
Decided to do something about my rather stiff bonnet latch release following the garage mentioning it.  The fear of it snapping when I needed to actually get into the engine bay got the better of me.  :grin:

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Found out why the original latch was becoming difficult to release the bonnet when compared to the new one.  14 years' worth of grot and grime.  Plus the release cable had a couple of rusting splits in its outer sheath.

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Replacement took about 45 minutes, latch came with release cable and sensor wire already attached. At the point of ordering the dealer did order a separate release cable as the system didn't indicate it came pre-assembled.  Though on a subsquent visit the dealer said they'd ordered another bonnet release latch for a different customer and that didn't come with the release cable.  So who knows...

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The time consuming bit was releasing and removing the car's existing bonnet sensor cable.  This goes from the latch to the nearside (passenger side) of the engine bay, the opposite of the release cable.   Sensor cable felt like it was tie-wrapped along the top of the radiator/fan enclosure.  But it was actually just a very snug fit.

Bonnet is releasing effortlessly now, without fearing you have to snap the bonnet release handle in the footwell.  :grin:

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 04 June 2023, 16:06
Maybe that's should also be in the how too guides ?   :cool:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 08 June 2023, 12:16
Maybe that's should also be in the how too guides ?   :cool:

If I get some time Snoopy I'll put something together in the Mk6 How To section  :wink:.  I do have a few more photos of the experience, but didn't want to go OTT in my post. :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 27 June 2023, 19:00
So wasn't technically today, but done in the last few weeks and was before my latest Clubsport order update.  As that may have changed my rationale for doing this.  But hey that's life, Carpe diem!  :cool:

Basically the tab had snapped off of one of the parking light bulb holders meaning I had to semi-drop the front bumper to remove the headlight to change the bulb.  Major hassle!  Plus the other headlight's parking lamp holder's tab had half broken off, so that was just as awkward.  With the remaining tab being determined to cause injury and claret to be spilt as I attempted to wrestle the bulb holder out due to its sharp edge.  :shocked:

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Plus both headlights had lots of stress fractures actually within the plastic lenses. Which I'm sure were due to 14 years' worth of the plastic lenses heating up and cooling down over the car's life. So cosmetically they looked a bit meh, and were probably having an adverse (albeit rather small) effect on lighting.

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Being resigned to the fact the Mk8 was potentially going to arrive next year (still might, who can tell  :grin:) I didn't fancy in the winter months, or at any time really, the fun of having to drop the front bumper to change light bulbs!  So I purchased two new halogen headlights.

Only when I compared old with new did I really appreciate how bad my headlight units had degraded with these microfractures.  Plus I thought, hey this is probably the last time I'll have to do this.  As soon I won't need to change light bulbs as my Mk8 will have LED Matrix headlights.  But then thought instead if they fail I'll have to replace the entire headlight!  :tongue:

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Once installed I got them adjusted at the local MOT testing station to make sure I wasn't going to inadvertently dazzle my fellow road users with my new photon producers.

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 29 June 2023, 21:57
Lights look good. Mine still OK. Car garaged all its life so no excessive exposure to uv ect.

Had to replace the brake pad sensor plug today as check pad message came up. Recent new pads so checked for continuity on the pad sensor and then found zero voltage on the car plug. One of the pins had corroded. Cheap fix at £5.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 30 June 2023, 10:40
My Leons lights are starting to suffer this. I guess at 18 yrs old and spending its life outside I cannot complain much.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Borbus on 28 July 2023, 10:54
My headlights have always looked cloudy, but no stress fractures luckily. I've had good results with a headlight polishing kit in the past, but I've read more recently that doing that removes any protective UV coating and they'll go cloudy again more quickly. Apparently applying clear coat afterwards is the way to go, but I'm not sure what clear coat to use and if it's possible to get good results with a rattle can?
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: SRGTD on 28 July 2023, 14:06
My headlights have always looked cloudy, but no stress fractures luckily. I've had good results with a headlight polishing kit in the past, but I've read more recently that doing that removes any protective UV coating and they'll go cloudy again more quickly. Apparently applying clear coat afterwards is the way to go, but I'm not sure what clear coat to use and if it's possible to get good results with a rattle can?

Yes, my understanding is that polishing the headlamp lenses does remove any existing UV protection.

A quick internet search of ‘headlamp UV clearcoat’ and there are various products available to reapply a UV layer costing around £10. I’ve never used one of these products so can’t vouch for how good or effective they are, but if I needed to re-polish my headlamp lenses to remove clouding / hazing, I’d use one of these UV clear coat products.

I’d say that if you’re confident with using a rattle can then give it a go. As with any type of DIY project like this, good preparation is key along with effective masking up to prevent overspray of surrounding bodywork and grille, and ensuring the ambient temperature isn’t too cold / it’s not a windy day (if you’re having to work outside).

You can always practice on another surface such as an old piece of perspex sheeting (or similar) to perfect your spraying technique before spraying your headlamp lenses.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 18 August 2023, 18:27
MOT day today, Mk6 passed with one advisory of a rear coil spring with corrosion.  Whilst I was hoping for a full green pass, considering the car's now at 208,500 miles, it's doing a fine job of keeping me mobile.  Especially whilst the Mk8 order still has no confirmed build week and I'm in month 17 of waiting. 

Will no doubt get the spring done to avoid a haggle point when I eventually come to part ways with it.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 21 September 2023, 17:30
Car had its 210k mile service today, plus did get the corroded rear coil spring replaced too. 

Potentially last service before the Mk8 arrives in 6 to 8 weeks.  Though not I'm going to believe that until I have confirmation it's on route from Germany.  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Nino on 22 September 2023, 08:47
Recently installed my custom made Edition 35 grille badge as they don't exisit so designed and made my own.

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Nino on 27 September 2023, 09:08
Replace my Cam follower on the Eddy, Phew, that was close. I think this is the first time it has been done, car is on 74k.

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Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 09 December 2023, 17:25
Replaced the driver's side door mirror enclosure/mechanism.  Had been making a horrid laboured sound as it was folding in or out for a while. Plus it took longer to fold out/in than the passenger side, and on the odd occasion it would get stuck half way.

Had tried lubricating the mechanism, but no improvement. 

On disassembling the old door mirror unit there was a fair amount of corrosion and rust in the motor aperature.  So no doubt this was impeding the movement and causing the motor to strain.  Looks to be a sealed unit so couldn't investigate further.

(https://i.postimg.cc/zBhH0nr2/IMG-6808.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5YxttQj8)

Anyway second hand unit works fine, I couldn't just buy the motor unit according to dealer parts dept. I would have to buy the whole unit which was horrendously expensive.  Both the passenger and driver side mirrors now fold at the same rate.  No sound of a motor straining to push the door mirror out now either.  :wink:  All smooth and quiet.



 
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 10 December 2023, 04:01
You posh lux pack owners  :evil:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 10 December 2023, 11:14
You posh lux pack owners  :evil:

LOL, I know Snoopy, that driver's side switch icon really does provide exclusivity, preferential parking at most UK supermarkets :grin: and complementary Ferrero Rocher at Christmas. :wink:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Nino on 10 December 2023, 12:40
Luckly the 2nd hand units I bought when I upgraded to folding mirrors didnt have this issue!
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Bluto on 21 February 2024, 19:45
Final service that I plan to do carried out at 217k miles.

Major service, along with brake fluid service and air-con service (both due later this year).  So hopefully no haggle points when I come to sell, also asked the garage to investigate a small but regular top up of coolant.  Unfortunately (fortunately??) they found the water pump to be leaking.  Whilst there was some underbreath grumblings, I can't really complain as that's the original 2009 water pump from the factory. 

I can now claim 'Bingo' on the top 5 engine failures (according to the Humble Mechanic) over my ownership for a 2.0 litre TSI engine: 2 x inlet manifolds. 1 x failed timing chain tensioner/chain slip, 2 x Carbon build up, 1 x oil leak (rear main seal) and now one water pump.  :grin:  Water pump has been replaced.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Snoopy on 25 February 2024, 09:40
Sounds about right  :grin: for a TSI  :grin:
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: joe6 on 26 February 2024, 13:05
Final service that I plan to do carried out at 217k miles.

Major service, along with brake fluid service and air-con service (both due later this year).  So hopefully no haggle points when I come to sell, also asked the garage to investigate a small but regular top up of coolant.  Unfortunately (fortunately??) they found the water pump to be leaking.  Whilst there was some underbreath grumblings, I can't really complain as that's the original 2009 water pump from the factory. 

I can now claim 'Bingo' on the top 5 engine failures (according to the Humble Mechanic) over my ownership for a 2.0 litre TSI engine: 2 x inlet manifolds. 1 x failed timing chain tensioner/chain slip, 2 x Carbon build up, 1 x oil leak (rear main seal) and now one water pump.  :grin:  Water pump has been replaced.
Got a few bits still to change yet then from that list. Only had intake manifold done so far but think need carbon removal doing. Still a bit worried about tensioner/chains though.
Title: Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
Post by: Nino on 03 March 2024, 16:50
Finally fitted my Focal IFVW Golf 6 speakers and replaced my door modules again.