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Title: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: Waqas on 18 August 2009, 11:57: Hi i bought a golf 1.8 gti turbo, i didn't notice this when i bought the car but it didn't have recaro badges on the seats. But they look exactly the same. So im not sure if they are replicas, but the only thing is that they have heated seats and the car had one owner from new. A bit odd i knw.

Any advice?
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: tg1 on 18 August 2009, 13:59: If they say recaro they are, if not they're not.
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: Waffs1984 on 18 August 2009, 14:11: Surely you have the VW "sport" seats? They do indeed look the same as the recaros as far as i am concerned, and i think VW introduced them from 2001 onwards?
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: Rhyso on 18 August 2009, 14:16: Quote from: Waffs1984 on 18 August 2009, 14:11
Surely you have the VW "sport" seats? They do indeed look the same as the recaros as far as i am concerned, and i think VW introduced them from 2001 onwards?

Do they?? Look at the side bolsters and the headrests :wink:

Recaro's

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y276/Rhyso/IMG_1351.jpg)

but as already been said - no Recaro on the seat then they ain't Recaro
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: navmk4gti on 18 August 2009, 14:16: yh waffs right there VW's version of sport seats.. to be honest they are the same as recaros just without the badge .. same comfort level :smiley:
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: Rhyso on 18 August 2009, 14:19: Quote from: navmk4gti on 18 August 2009, 14:16
yh waffs right there VW's version of sport seats.. to be honest they are the same as recaros just without the badge .. same comfort level :smiley:

Really?? :huh: i found the sports seats, whilst comfy, they don't offer the same level of support as the Recaro's

Its possibly the best £150 i've spent on my car
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: mac456 on 18 August 2009, 14:36: when i was test driving other mk4s gti's without the recaros there was a big difference in support, around the bends etc...

once you go recaro you wont go back :grin:
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: topher on 18 August 2009, 20:09: my twisted spine can confirm that the 'sports' seats are no where near as supportive as the recaros i had in my old GTI. Reeeeally need to get those out and swapped for something that doesn't make me walk like a 90 yr old man after a long drive.
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: Rhyso on 18 August 2009, 20:13: Quote from: topher on 18 August 2009, 20:09
my twisted spine can confirm that the 'sports' seats are no where near as supportive as the recaros i had in my old GTI. Reeeeally need to get those out and swapped for something that doesn't make me walk like a 90 yr old man after a long drive.

there's a set of heated Anni seats either in the classifieds here or on ukmkiv

bloke wants silly money for them mind!
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: topher on 18 August 2009, 20:15: im thinking pair of 911 seats up front and junk the rears completely.. more room for tools that way :laugh:
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: Rhyso on 18 August 2009, 20:18: Quote from: topher on 18 August 2009, 20:15
im thinking pair of 911 seats up front and junk the rears completely.. more room for tools that way :laugh:

how many tools do you need to map a car? :shocked: :huh:
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: topher on 18 August 2009, 20:21: 2 to map it, 300 to make sure it's fit for mapping in the first place :grin:

I want a decent space to keep my trolley jack and axle stands, because they go flying.. mdf box where the seats used to be :afro:
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: Rhyso on 18 August 2009, 20:24: Quote from: topher on 18 August 2009, 20:21
2 to map it, 300 to make sure it's fit for mapping in the first place :grin:

I want a decent space to keep my trolley jack and axle stands, because they go flying.. mdf box where the seats used to be :afro:

lol especially if its a 1.8T :lipsrsealed:

tool storage idea sounds good though :afro:
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: Steve_PD on 18 August 2009, 20:46: your need a long wheelbase sprinter then :laugh:
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: mac456 on 18 August 2009, 21:03: Quote from: topher on 18 August 2009, 20:21
2 to map it, 300 to make sure it's fit for mapping in the first place :grin:

I want a decent space to keep my trolley jack and axle stands, because they go flying.. mdf box where the seats used to be :afro:

just out of interest mate, what sort of problems do you look for when checking its good for a remap? on a 1.8t and what do they usually fail on the check
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: topher on 18 August 2009, 21:20: i will do a checklist for people at some point but off the top of my head.. and in this order..

fault code check/clear
quick test drive
check fault codes again and investigate issues flagged up (may involve another test drive/data logging)
then if that all works out..
engine cover off, check all parts are connected as they should be
test the dv for leaks
check all hoses for splits where possible (particularly around the breathers and vac pipes) and the 'tell-tale' oily buildup at connections which indicates blowing under load - tighten up or replace clips if needed
get under the car and check the pipework to the intercooler and the joins on the pancake pipe.. if its done at the workshop we send it up in the air on the ramps and check pretty much everything from exhaust to bushes and offer advice where needed

then if all seems good the map can be flashed to the ecu after taking a backup of the original file incase it's needed.

then another test drive/fault check procedure... it's usually at that point the DV gets replaced with a known working one

most common ones are faulty MAF (doesnt always throw a code but i can tell when it's gone usually), coil packs, leaking DV, loose pipework to the intercooler, split vac line which can take forever to trace, and today's favourite was a perished 'Y' shape breather that comes out the top of the cam cover. Mine has a tiny hole in it but the customer's car today was broken in 3 places.. all the way down to where it exits the block by the dipstick! ... grazed knuckles again for me :grin:
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: mac456 on 18 August 2009, 21:38: thanks for the info there matey, quite alot to check lol! for the best though
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: Rhyso on 18 August 2009, 21:40: Quote from: mac456 on 18 August 2009, 21:38
thanks for the info there matey, quite alot to check lol! for the best though

yep

nowt like loading a map to find it amplifies a problem and the customer goes spare saying the map is crap lol
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: topher on 18 August 2009, 22:05: Quote from: mac456 on 18 August 2009, 21:38
thanks for the info there matey, quite alot to check lol! for the best though

indeed, and all included in the price of the remap :afro:

unlike some other companies who dont even open the bonnet of your car, take your cash and send you on your way.
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: jeynesey on 18 August 2009, 23:21: Quote from: topher on 18 August 2009, 22:05
Quote from: mac456 on 18 August 2009, 21:38
thanks for the info there matey, quite alot to check lol! for the best though

indeed, and all included in the price of the remap :afro:

unlike some other companies who dont even open the bonnet of your car, take your cash and send you on your way.

Still tempted!! Hmmmm Remap or Mk2 :undecided:
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: richw911 on 18 August 2009, 23:22: Quote from: jeynesey on 18 August 2009, 23:21
Quote from: topher on 18 August 2009, 22:05
Quote from: mac456 on 18 August 2009, 21:38
thanks for the info there matey, quite alot to check lol! for the best though

indeed, and all included in the price of the remap :afro:

unlike some other companies who dont even open the bonnet of your car, take your cash and send you on your way.

Still tempted!! Hmmmm Remap or Mk2 :undecided:

Get it mapped ASAP :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: jeynesey on 18 August 2009, 23:25: Quote from: richw911 on 18 August 2009, 23:22

Get it mapped ASAP :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

:laugh:
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: topher on 18 August 2009, 23:27: you're thinking of swapping your mk4 for a mk2? a remap would make you change your mind i reckon..
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: jeynesey on 18 August 2009, 23:34: Quote from: topher on 18 August 2009, 23:27
you're thinking of swapping your mk4 for a mk2? a remap would make you change your mind i reckon..

Im still undecided, probably cant justify both, maybe a derv :lipsrsealed: and a mk2 OR keep the petrol and have it mapped.....
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: Rhyso on 19 August 2009, 08:20: Quote from: jeynesey on 18 August 2009, 23:34
Quote from: topher on 18 August 2009, 23:27
you're thinking of swapping your mk4 for a mk2? a remap would make you change your mind i reckon..

Im still undecided, probably cant justify both, maybe a derv :lipsrsealed: and a mk2 OR keep the petrol and have it mapped.....

derv and get that mapped :evil:

but equally i can't see how you can decide between a £200 map and upto a £1000 car plus whatever it takes to keep it running!

You make no sense!!
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: ben1.8T on 19 August 2009, 11:11: The Recaro seats are alot better I wish I had them in my MK4 when I had it. :cool:
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: coolio on 19 August 2009, 13:39: i find the sport seats more comfy and relaxing while driving anything more than half an hour .... for a day to day driving the sport seat will be better .. the recaro do have more side support and good for fast driving ...
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: Ivor Mk4 Turbo on 19 August 2009, 13:56: Quote from: jeynesey on 18 August 2009, 23:34
Quote from: topher on 18 August 2009, 23:27
you're thinking of swapping your mk4 for a mk2? a remap would make you change your mind i reckon..

Im still undecided, probably cant justify both, maybe a derv :lipsrsealed: and a mk2 OR keep the petrol and have it mapped.....

MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP,

:D :laugh: :D
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: northeast_gti-t on 19 August 2009, 14:35: Quote from: Rhyso on 18 August 2009, 14:19
Quote from: navmk4gti on 18 August 2009, 14:16
yh waffs right there VW's version of sport seats.. to be honest they are the same as recaros just without the badge .. same comfort level :smiley:

Really?? :huh: i found the sports seats, whilst comfy, they don't offer the same level of support as the Recaro's

Its possibly the best ~~£150~~ £180 i've spent on my car
absolutely agree i was dissapointed when i got mine to discover no recaro's but got mine last week and love em so much better than the sports seats imo :wink:
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: richw911 on 19 August 2009, 17:13: Quote from: Ivor Mk4 Turbo on 19 August 2009, 13:56
Quote from: jeynesey on 18 August 2009, 23:34
Quote from: topher on 18 August 2009, 23:27
you're thinking of swapping your mk4 for a mk2? a remap would make you change your mind i reckon..

Im still undecided, probably cant justify both, maybe a derv :lipsrsealed: and a mk2 OR keep the petrol and have it mapped.....

MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP,

:D :laugh: :D
PMSL :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: jeynesey on 19 August 2009, 22:24: Quote from: richw911 on 19 August 2009, 17:13
Quote from: Ivor Mk4 Turbo on 19 August 2009, 13:56
Quote from: jeynesey on 18 August 2009, 23:34
Quote from: topher on 18 August 2009, 23:27
you're thinking of swapping your mk4 for a mk2? a remap would make you change your mind i reckon..

Im still undecided, probably cant justify both, maybe a derv :lipsrsealed: and a mk2 OR keep the petrol and have it mapped.....

MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP, MAP,

:D :laugh: :D
PMSL :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:

Lol :grin:

Rhys, its either a Diesel (for the economy) AND a mk2 because I want one OR keep mine with no mk2 and get it mapped..... :shocked:

However, had news at work today which could change my plans :huh:
Title: Re: VW Golf mk4 Recaro seats without badges
Post by: Ivor Mk4 Turbo on 20 August 2009, 13:16: Quote from: jeynesey on 19 August 2009, 22:24
However, had news at work today which could change my plans :huh:

Promotion....................................... So you can now buy Mk6 GTD, keep your 1.8T & map it & also buy a Mk2 for a weekend/track slag?? :)