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Title: My lil mk4 Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 19 February 2008, 21:07
Mods so far

To do list


I thought, damn it, why not have a blog styleee thread to write about my new Golf and what I decide ti buy for it, do to it, all that kinda thing.  I might never have thought of modding it in any way if it weren't for this damn forum  :evil:

I'm picking the car up tomorrow afternoon (fingers crossed) from the garage, should have sailed through it's MOT today, and it's being valeted tomorrow morning.  Picture up as a quick reminder.

(http://photos-a.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sf2p/v194/48/111/844365194/n844365194_2272328_5032.jpg)

Can't decide whether to get an anni. valence for the front, or just buy an r32 front bumper instead.[/list]
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 19 February 2008, 21:10
best thing to do is PM JV (main boss man) and he'll set up a dedicated project thread for you  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 19 February 2008, 21:12
best thing to do is PM JV (main boss man) and he'll set up a dedicated project thread for you  :wink:
I thought about that, but I'm not going to be doing any serious modding, such as replacing engines, or any crazy stuff :P
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 19 February 2008, 21:14
best thing to do is PM JV (main boss man) and he'll set up a dedicated project thread for you  :wink:
I thought about that, but I'm not going to be doing any serious modding, such as replacing engines, or any crazy stuff :P

give it 6 months  :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 19 February 2008, 21:15
best thing to do is PM JV (main boss man) and he'll set up a dedicated project thread for you  :wink:
I thought about that, but I'm not going to be doing any serious modding, such as replacing engines, or any crazy stuff :P

give it 6 months  :laugh: :laugh:
Don't say that, or the girlfriend will leave me and I'll be LIVING in the damn thing!  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 19 February 2008, 21:17
best thing to do is PM JV (main boss man) and he'll set up a dedicated project thread for you  :wink:
I thought about that, but I'm not going to be doing any serious modding, such as replacing engines, or any crazy stuff :P

give it 6 months  :laugh: :laugh:
Don't say that, or the girlfriend will leave me and I'll be LIVING in the damn thing!  :grin:

whats wrong with that??  :huh:  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 19 February 2008, 21:18
best thing to do is PM JV (main boss man) and he'll set up a dedicated project thread for you  :wink:
I thought about that, but I'm not going to be doing any serious modding, such as replacing engines, or any crazy stuff :P

give it 6 months  :laugh: :laugh:
Don't say that, or the girlfriend will leave me and I'll be LIVING in the damn thing!  :grin:

whats wrong with that??  :huh:  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

lol  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 19 February 2008, 22:26
best thing to do is PM JV (main boss man) and he'll set up a dedicated project thread for you  :wink:
I thought about that, but I'm not going to be doing any serious modding, such as replacing engines, or any crazy stuff :P

give it 6 months  :laugh: :laugh:
Don't say that, or the girlfriend will leave me and I'll be LIVING in the damn thing!  :grin:

whats wrong with that??  :huh:  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

lol  :grin:

thats the way im going at the moment :grin: :grin: :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Ashmond on 20 February 2008, 00:19
best thing to do is PM JV (main boss man) and he'll set up a dedicated project thread for you  :wink:
I thought about that, but I'm not going to be doing any serious modding, such as replacing engines, or any crazy stuff :P

give it 6 months  :laugh: :laugh:
Don't say that, or the girlfriend will leave me and I'll be LIVING in the damn thing!  :grin:

That all happened to me mate, dont joke about it! (Back with her now but still!)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 February 2008, 17:47
Just picked the car up, and OH MY GOD OH MY GOD, I love it!!!

The radio keeps going a little funny from time to time, not sure if it's because I'm in the city centre though, or not.  And the right front speaker wasn't working at first, but now it is, weird.  I'll keep an eye on these things, if they continue to happy I'll probably claim on the warranty the car came with.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 20 February 2008, 18:57
thats how i was when o first drove mine, with the biggest smile and my face!!!!

until saw a copper and i had no tax at the time!!! 2sec later and smiling again and do everytime i open her up in the mornings :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 February 2008, 18:58
Well it's insured, MOT'd and taxed.  Guy said he did an oil change too, which was nice of him.  They did however leave less than fumes in the petrol tank :)

Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 20 February 2008, 19:01
they always do that, i think these people never buy fuel they just get it out of sales cars :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 February 2008, 20:57
Just been out for a little drive with the missus, she was scared at first by the acceleration, but kinda got used to it.  I don't think I'll ever own another car  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 20 February 2008, 21:02
 I don't think I'll ever own another car  :grin:

Yeah mk4's have that effect on you and you only get worse trust me :afro:  :evil:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 20 February 2008, 21:06
 I don't think I'll ever own another car  :grin:

Yeah mk4's have that effect on you and you only get worse trust me :afro:  :evil:

my missus hates it when i boot it so do out 4 drives by myself now, less stress and more fun!!!!

what rich says is true i thought id never fall in the trap nut its a vw thing and u dont no it unless u own one, im addicted to it now :afro im not ashamed to say it either :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: leeroy20vt on 20 February 2008, 21:21
gota say the same as all the above had mine for just over 4 months now and still makes me grin but it i cant stop spendin money on it first was the dv then the zorst then tt pedals then new wheels ect ect the list just keeps growing fast than i can afford to buy stuff lol 
still remap on the list next altho sheed need lowerin desratly lol
hope ur new car is all ok m8
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 February 2008, 22:05
Dump valve is next on my list I reckon.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 20 February 2008, 22:15
Dump valve is next on my list I reckon.

Loud or quiet?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 February 2008, 22:18
Dump valve is next on my list I reckon.

Loud or quiet?
I keep changing my mind, but am leaning more toward quiet.  I like the idea of it making a noise, but don't want people judging me as a chav :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 20 February 2008, 22:26
Dump valve is next on my list I reckon.

Loud or quiet?
I keep changing my mind, but am leaning more toward quiet.  I like the idea of it making a noise, but don't want people judging me as a chav :)

Forge 007p it is then : http://www.forgemotorsport.co.uk/content.asp?inc=product&cat=&product=FMCL007P  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 February 2008, 22:28
Dump valve is next on my list I reckon.

Loud or quiet?
I keep changing my mind, but am leaning more toward quiet.  I like the idea of it making a noise, but don't want people judging me as a chav :)

Forge 007p it is then : http://www.forgemotorsport.co.uk/content.asp?inc=product&cat=&product=FMCL007P  :wink:
Yeah, as long as someone can promise me there's a noticeable difference of "some kind" ;)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 20 February 2008, 22:31
Dump valve is next on my list I reckon.

Loud or quiet?
I keep changing my mind, but am leaning more toward quiet.  I like the idea of it making a noise, but don't want people judging me as a chav :)

Forge 007p it is then : http://www.forgemotorsport.co.uk/content.asp?inc=product&cat=&product=FMCL007P  :wink:
Yeah, as long as someone can promise me there's a noticeable difference of "some kind" ;)

Hmmm no!  (Will hold boost for longer) But you will NEED one when you get her remapped because the standard dv will fall apart  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Ashmond on 21 February 2008, 11:30
Get a remap mate, makes the car come alive trust me
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 February 2008, 12:35
First day to have the car during some decent sunlight, so I've taken a few snaps, I apologise it's quite dirty after just 3 days!!  You'll notice I've added smoked side repeaters onto it, I really like them! :)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/CIMG1580.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/CIMG1581.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/CIMG1583.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/CIMG1585.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/CIMG1588.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/CIMG1589.jpg)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 February 2008, 12:44
Btw, I looked inside the engine and noticed two things.

1)  I appear to have some Audi parts inside it!!

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/CIMG1577.jpg)

2)  The dump valve looks REALLY hard to get to :(

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/CIMG1575.jpg)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: topher on 23 February 2008, 12:51
you'll find there are a ton of parts with the audi logo, not just the coilpacks :smiley:

but how is the dv hard to get to? its right there at the top infront of everything :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 February 2008, 12:53
It's right at the back, I can hardly reach at it, and there's some pipes in the way.  I think the jubilee clip at the bottom is going to be a RIGHT pain to get to.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: topher on 23 February 2008, 13:00
nahhh not at all. they're the fiddly vw clips and they WILL mash out of shape when you remove them (needle nose pliers to seperate is best, or just wedge a screwdriver in and bend it out) so replace with normal jubilee clips. all the hoses are flexible enough to be bent out of the way to get access, it really is a 10 minute job :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 February 2008, 13:20
And the whole lengh of 4mm silicon tubing will need replacing?  So I'll need 2 tiny jubilee clips as well.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: topher on 23 February 2008, 13:29
no aslong as it's still flexible and intact (they tend to go brittle due to the heat and crack, venting boost) it should still slip over the new one, although if you're going for a forge its a tight fit so you might want to put a bit of washing up liquid around the top nipple or sit the hose in a cup of hot water for a few minutes. you don't necessarily need to put a clip on it, although i did just for peace of mind.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 February 2008, 18:40
I've just done a nice drive 40 miles there then back to my parents, and have fallen in love with the car even MORE!! :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 23 February 2008, 18:53
I've just done a nice drive 40 miles there then back to my parents, and have fallen in love with the car even MORE!! :)

Get her mapped then see the smile on your face :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 February 2008, 18:54
That's something I'm gonna save up for!  I'm getting the dump valve next month.  Do I need anything else is preparation for a new dump valve?  I was thinking of buying a K&N induction kit, they seem to be a good thing to have.  Better air intake etc, slightly nicer engine noise.  Do they increase/decrease or make no difference to the mpg?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 23 February 2008, 19:03
That's something I'm gonna save up for!  I'm getting the dump valve next month.  Do I need anything else is preparation for a new dump valve?  I was thinking of buying a K&N induction kit...

 You will need two jubilee clips (Not sure what size its to replace the the one on the two main pipes)
 You may also need some silicone hose for the top vacume hose as this tends to go brittle and snap (after years or being heated and cooled) 4mm ask for it when you order you DV. :afro:

Which ever air filter you go for MAKE SURE its not oil based!!  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 February 2008, 19:04
How do you know if it's oil based?  Do you know if K&N ones are oil based?  Or Neuspeed ones?

http://www.awesome-gti.co.uk/vw%20golfmk4/engine.html
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 23 February 2008, 19:09
How do you know if it's oil based?  Do you know if K&N ones are oil based?  Or Neuspeed ones?

http://www.awesome-gti.co.uk/vw%20golfmk4/engine.html

I think the k&n panal filters are oil based not sure on the others
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 February 2008, 19:10
How do you know if it's oil based?  Do you know if K&N ones are oil based?  Or Neuspeed ones?

http://www.awesome-gti.co.uk/vw%20golfmk4/engine.html

I think the k&n panal filters are oil based not sure on the others
You'd think Awesome wouldn't sell an induction kit for the 1.8T that they know will damage it...
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 23 February 2008, 19:15
How do you know if it's oil based?  Do you know if K&N ones are oil based?  Or Neuspeed ones?

http://www.awesome-gti.co.uk/vw%20golfmk4/engine.html

I think the k&n panal filters are oil based not sure on the others
You'd think Awesome wouldn't sell an induction kit for the 1.8T that they know will damage it...

I agree mate but if your filter is oil based it WILL clog up the maf sensor which  IIRC costs about £90  :undecided:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 February 2008, 19:17
How do you know if it's oil based?  Do you know if K&N ones are oil based?  Or Neuspeed ones?

http://www.awesome-gti.co.uk/vw%20golfmk4/engine.html

I think the k&n panal filters are oil based not sure on the others
You'd think Awesome wouldn't sell an induction kit for the 1.8T that they know will damage it...

I agree mate but if your filter is oil based it WILL clog up the maf sensor which  IIRC costs about £90  :undecided:
Well before I buy it I'll give them a ring and check.  They have different kits for different cars, so I would imagine the one for the 1.8T would do no harm to it.  It looks like it's possible to fit an induction kit oneself, but I really do have 0% knowledge of fiddling with cars!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 23 February 2008, 19:19
How do you know if it's oil based?  Do you know if K&N ones are oil based?  Or Neuspeed ones?

http://www.awesome-gti.co.uk/vw%20golfmk4/engine.html

I think the k&n panal filters are oil based not sure on the others
You'd think Awesome wouldn't sell an induction kit for the 1.8T that they know will damage it...

I agree mate but if your filter is oil based it WILL clog up the maf sensor which  IIRC costs about £90  :undecided:
Well before I buy it I'll give them a ring and check.  They have different kits for different cars, so I would imagine the one for the 1.8T would do no harm to it.  It looks like it's possible to fit an induction kit oneself, but I really do have 0% knowledge of fiddling with cars!

Yeah should be an easy job TBH tho ive never fitted one!! Ive just got a replacement panal filter from pipercross.  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 February 2008, 19:20
Reckon I'd have to tell the insurance company?  all I'm doing is replacing the air filter with a better one, technically ;)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 23 February 2008, 19:24
Reckon I'd have to tell the insurance company?  all I'm doing is replacing the air filter with a better one, technically ;)

No you WILL defo have to tell them mate!!

 I lad on here had water sucked up through his modded air intake (blew the engine) and wrote off his car, the insurance nearly didn't pay out because he didn't tell them about it!!  :huh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 February 2008, 19:26
Hmm fair enough, I bet they charge a lot more for that too.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 23 February 2008, 19:27
Hmm fair enough, I bet they charge a lot more for that too.

Depends on the insurance co TBH most of my mods were free with adrian flux :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 February 2008, 19:28
Hmm fair enough, I bet they charge a lot more for that too.

adrian flux?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 23 February 2008, 19:32
Hmm fair enough, I bet they charge a lot more for that too.

adrian flux?

www.adrianflux.co.uk  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: mike4golf on 23 February 2008, 22:57
nice car mate,but as for not doing to many mods to it bet that doesnt last lol,i said that about mine and re map,exhaust,discs n pads,dv ,filter,wheels etc the list goes on but the smile gets bigger :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 24 February 2008, 10:57
the list goes on but the smile gets bigger :laugh: :laugh:

u damn right, u gotta love it as said before it's a vw thing no1else understands it :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 24 February 2008, 11:05
Well the next two things on my list are the dump valve, then induction kit, then I'll probably save to re-map the thing.  God know what it will all do to my insurance! :P

Then I'm considering upgrading the brakes as they're actually worse than the ones I used to have on my C2 VTS.  You'd think better brakes would lower your insurance a bit, bet it doesn't though :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: topher on 24 February 2008, 11:19
the faster you can stop, the more chance of an uninsured numpty driving into the back of you :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: linz on 26 February 2008, 09:37
yh ive just bought one too a v reg gti t and i pick her up sunday

lol im like a spoilt child with candy :D
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 27 February 2008, 20:08
So I've won an auction for a "genuine armrest in recaro cloth" apparently, £90.  Once that arrives I'll try to fit it one weekend, making it my second mod for the car :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: linz on 27 February 2008, 21:39
ummm mite have to look into tht mysefl post pics when your done :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Netgeezer on 28 February 2008, 18:38
I put a cloth armrest in mine - well worth it for long journeys but for zipping around town then up she goes...
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 06 March 2008, 10:10
I'm picking up the armrest from the Post Office in a short while, will try to fit it at the weekend if I can figure out how!

I've also just discovered that the tinted electric sunroof which was an optional extra, wahey!!!!!  Makes me feel all special knowing my car had extra fancy bits added as standard  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Netgeezer on 06 March 2008, 10:57
lol bobbarley, I found little net holdall things on the side of the central console in mine, they look good and I've not seen any other car / Golf with them on!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 08 March 2008, 14:43
Looks like I also have funky pop out washer jets for my headlights too!!!  :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 08 March 2008, 19:42
I've just purchased a rear spoiler for my baby, comes primed too.  So I'll just need to get it sprayed diamond black  :laugh:  Does anyone know how easy it is the bolt one of these one?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 08 March 2008, 19:46
I've just purchased a rear spoiler for my baby, comes primed too.  So I'll just need to get it sprayed diamond black  :laugh:  Does anyone know how easy it is the bolt one of these one?

Think thay are bonded on  :huh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 08 March 2008, 19:47
I've just purchased a rear spoiler for my baby, comes primed too.  So I'll just need to get it sprayed diamond black  :laugh:  Does anyone know how easy it is the bolt one of these one?

Thin thay are bonded on  :huh:
the bloke said you can bond or bolt it onto the car.  I'm happy to bond it on, if someone has a recommendation? :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 08 March 2008, 19:48
Mods so far

To do list
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 08 March 2008, 19:48
I've just purchased a rear spoiler for my baby, comes primed too.  So I'll just need to get it sprayed diamond black  :laugh:  Does anyone know how easy it is the bolt one of these one?

Thin thay are bonded on  :huh:
the bloke said you can bond or bolt it onto the car.  I'm happy to bond it on, if someone has a recommendation? :)

Ask ash  :grin: Mines bonded on  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 08 March 2008, 19:49
Mods so far
  • Smoked side repeaters
  • Black cloth centre armrest for driver
  • R32 style rear spoiler

To do list
  • Force dump valve
  • Engine re-map


http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=72513.0
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 08 March 2008, 19:51
Mods so far
  • Smoked side repeaters
  • Black cloth centre armrest for driver
  • R32 style rear spoiler

To do list
  • Force dump valve
  • Engine re-map


http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=72513.0
Cheers, added a few more to the list :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 10 March 2008, 21:01
Ok guys, I've set myself a target, to try to get as close to 224bhp as I can get.  Is it going to be do-able without spending a huge fortune?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 10 March 2008, 21:03
Ok guys, I've set myself a target, to try to get as close to 224bhp as I can get.  Is it going to be do-able without spending a huge fortune?

Depends what YOu call a fortune  :grin: do able - yeah  :evil:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 10 March 2008, 23:14
Well you see my dad's Mondeo ST is 224bhp.  I strongly believe that if I can get my Golf close to that, it'll actually be faster due to the extra weight of his car :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Netgeezer on 11 March 2008, 10:24
That sounds like a great idea! Your Golf should always beat him on handling regardless of what mods you choose.

Don't forget to possibly upgrade your brakes... I put Black Diamond discs and Track pads on mine... Nice and grippy. Useful for my GTi which doesn't have ASR or ESP  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 11 March 2008, 12:55
That sounds like a great idea! Your Golf should always beat him on handling regardless of what mods you choose.

Don't forget to possibly upgrade your brakes... I put Black Diamond discs and Track pads on mine... Nice and grippy. Useful for my GTi which doesn't have ASR or ESP  :wink:
funny you should mention that, the brakes on my golf are really bad :(
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Ashmond on 11 March 2008, 12:57
I rate OEM brakes tbh, if i upgrade im going 312mm r32 brakes, aot of aftermarket ones wear donwn really quickly or discs warp!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: S11EPS on 11 March 2008, 13:12
That sounds like a great idea! Your Golf should always beat him on handling regardless of what mods you choose.

You're having a laugh aren't you?
Prejudice's aside, the Mondeo has one of the best fwd chassis of any modern family car - it is truly class leading.
This cannot be said for the Mk4 Golf, regardless how much fondness we hold for them, you need to be realistic.
Mondoes have always been praised for their handling, and, in general (R32 aside) the handling of the Mk4 Golf has been slated.
Unless the golf undergoes serious chassis upgrades the Mondeo will be the better handling car of the pair.
I'm not a fan of Modeo's (I once had one as a company car - yes, I was Mondeo man) but you can't knock the car Ford have produced...
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Ashmond on 11 March 2008, 13:21
mk4's handling is good once you got a set of coilovers and a strut brace
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: S11EPS on 11 March 2008, 14:45
True, but then you aren't comparing standard cars are you...
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Ashmond on 11 March 2008, 15:07
oh no definatly not, a mk4 handles like a boat on standard suspension  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: iMation on 11 March 2008, 15:15
oh no definatly not, a mk4 handles like a boat on standard suspension  :grin:

I second that, i get sea sick when going into town int he mk4

lol :laugh:
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Post by: bobbarley on 11 March 2008, 18:46
These alloys are nice, dunno whether a 35 offset is really enough though.  Plus no idea on tyre costs.
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Post by: bobbarley on 11 March 2008, 20:20
Shall I order a set of these?

http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/TT_Pedal_Set_Mk4_Golf_Bora_Fitment-1402-0.html
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 11 March 2008, 20:23
Shall I order a set of these?

http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/TT_Pedal_Set_Mk4_Golf_Bora_Fitment-1402-0.html

If you want to?, Ive got them very nice. Tho thought you didnt like Brushed aluminum   :drool:  :grin:
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Post by: bobbarley on 11 March 2008, 20:24
Shall I order a set of these?

http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/TT_Pedal_Set_Mk4_Golf_Bora_Fitment-1402-0.html

If you want to?, Ive got them very nice. Tho thought you didnt like Brushed aluminum   :drool:  :grin:
I'm not even going to dignify that with a proper response :P
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Post by: richw911 on 11 March 2008, 20:28
Shall I order a set of these?

http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/TT_Pedal_Set_Mk4_Golf_Bora_Fitment-1402-0.html

If you want to?, Ive got them very nice. Tho thought you didnt like Brushed aluminum   :drool:  :grin:
I'm not even going to dignify that with a proper response :P

 :grin:   :lipsrsealed:
It says chrome on vw speed link (you said you didnt like that either  :grin:  :evil:) But thay match well with the Brushed aluminum dash parts.
Fit well genuine vw parts :afro:
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Post by: bobbarley on 11 March 2008, 20:31
http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/Mk4_Golf_Rear_Aero_Wiper_Blade-2218-16.html

Can I use this as a direct replacement for the knackered rear wiper I have at the moment?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 11 March 2008, 20:35
http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/Mk4_Golf_Rear_Aero_Wiper_Blade-2218-16.html

Can I use this as a direct replacement for the knackered rear wiper I have at the moment?

No that wont fit the standard arm but why dont you get this:
http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/Rear_Mk4_Golf_Aero_Wiper_Kit-1927-16.html

Tidys up the rear end nicely :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: iMation on 11 March 2008, 21:20
or just remove the wiper :D
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 11 March 2008, 21:23
or just remove the wiper :D

True :afro:
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Post by: Netgeezer on 11 March 2008, 22:43
True, but then you aren't comparing standard cars are you...

I guess you have a point. I know which car I'd bet on though. And it still wouldn't have a Ford badge on it. But then I've never owned a Mondeo. Driven plenty (sadly not including the Titanium X) and tbh I don't know where you're coming from. Oh well, it takes all sorts...  :rolleyes:

Funny though, if the Mondeo is sooo good, plus fairly cheap, plus handling great and speed good then how come none of us have them...

It's ok, I'm only messing. The ST is a stunning car.
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Post by: bobbarley on 13 March 2008, 17:54
Fitted my Audi TT pedals, they look gorgeous!

Got a bid on some Audi TT brakes too!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 13 March 2008, 18:46
Fitted my Audi TT pedals, they look gorgeous!


Good aint thay :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 13 March 2008, 18:47
Yeah, COMPLETE pain in the ass to fit though.  Getting the old ones off was actually less of a taste that getting the new ones on :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 13 March 2008, 18:50
Yeah, COMPLETE pain in the ass to fit though.  Getting the old ones off was actually less of a taste that getting the new ones on :)

Haa hhaaa yeah now i remember  :grin: All good fun and defo worth it  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 13 March 2008, 18:54
Yeah for sure!  Just waiting for the spoiler to come now.  And am trying to cheaply pick up that 312mm brake set up.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 17 March 2008, 23:40
Spoiler arrived today!!  :laugh:

I just need to get it sprayed and fitted now.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 17 March 2008, 23:58
Spoiler arrived today!!  :laugh:

I just need to get it sprayed and fitted now.

All good :smiley: Get some pics up when its fitted  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 21 March 2008, 11:39
I'm off to fit the arm rest, wish me luck!  :cool:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: iMation on 21 March 2008, 11:43
gl
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 21 March 2008, 12:40
Oh yeah!!  :cool:

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/CIMG1747.jpg)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 21 March 2008, 13:19
Oh yeah!!  :cool:

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/CIMG1747.jpg)

Nice! Now what next is the question.......
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 21 March 2008, 13:25
That would be getting the spoiler painted and fitted, and upgrading the front brakes :)
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Post by: iMation on 21 March 2008, 14:51
good lad nice effort
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 22 March 2008, 10:31
I've been thinking guys.  I want to get new bumpers eventually, and I need to get my spoiler sprayed and fitted.  The thing is the cars 9 years old, I imagine the black paint will have faded some.  Do you think it'll be noticable if I but brand new diamond black parts onto the car?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: jamie_pyrite on 22 March 2008, 10:54
I'm no expert, but if your paint has been kept in good condition then before you stick it on spend a day detailing the paint (wash,clay,wax) it should be fine :) (It's not like your car is a mk1 golf!)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 22 March 2008, 11:51
I've been thinking guys.  I want to get new bumpers eventually, and I need to get my spoiler sprayed and fitted.  The thing is the cars 9 years old, I imagine the black paint will have faded some.  Do you think it'll be noticable if I but brand new diamond black parts onto the car?

A good spray shop will be able to lose it / polish it to match  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 22 March 2008, 13:15
Well, I've just removed the entire front bumper and fitted the new bulbs, yay!!  It's such a manly feeling doing it, and actually not needing help :)

I did however rest the bumper on the ground, and being an idiot forgot to put something under it.  I now have a huge scratch in the middle of the bumper above the licence plate  :cry:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 22 March 2008, 13:19
And to help the day out,k it started snowing half way through taking the bumpert off!!

Also, I think the passenger side front wheel has a slow puncture :(
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 22 March 2008, 13:39
Well, I've just removed the entire front bumper and fitted the new bulbs, yay!!  It's such a manly feeling doing it, and actually not needing help :)

I did however rest the bumper on the ground, and being an idiot forgot to put something under it.  I now have a huge scratch in the middle of the bumper above the licence plate  :cry:

Good man well worth it :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 22 March 2008, 14:47
I'm not sure what the normal VW bulbs are, but the ones I removed were Osram.

I've just ordered these :)

http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/Mk4_Golf_5_Door_Handle_Kit_Black-2313-238.html

And I just have her a quick jetwash, she's looking gorgeous!   :smug:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 22 March 2008, 15:35
I'm not sure what the normal VW bulbs are, but the ones I removed were Osram.

I've just ordered these :)

http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/Mk4_Golf_5_Door_Handle_Kit_Black-2313-238.html

And I just have her a quick jetwash, she's looking gorgeous!   :smug:

Get rid of the wood :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 March 2008, 11:52
I'm not sure what the normal VW bulbs are, but the ones I removed were Osram.

I've just ordered these :)

http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/Mk4_Golf_5_Door_Handle_Kit_Black-2313-238.html

And I just have her a quick jetwash, she's looking gorgeous!   :smug:
Can anyone tell me, do the old handles pretty much pull off?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 23 March 2008, 12:08
I'm not sure what the normal VW bulbs are, but the ones I removed were Osram.

I've just ordered these :)

http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/Mk4_Golf_5_Door_Handle_Kit_Black-2313-238.html

And I just have her a quick jetwash, she's looking gorgeous!   :smug:
Can anyone tell me, do the old handles pretty much pull off?

Drivers side snaps on and off have a look here bud:

http://bambergvr6.50megs.com/aluminum_trim_install.htm
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 March 2008, 13:01
Very useful, especially as I need to remove the driver side door insides so I can fut my new blue alarm LED thingy.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 23 March 2008, 13:05
Very useful, especially as I need to remove the driver side door insides so I can fut my new blue alarm LED thingy.

Yeah the blue leds look good  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 March 2008, 13:07
Easy enough removing the door guts then is it?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 23 March 2008, 13:16
Easy enough removing the door guts then is it?

Bit tricky but all well become clear  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 26 March 2008, 19:57
New black door handle kit arrived today, yay!  Top marks to vwspeed for prompt delivery!! :)

http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/Mk4_Golf_5_Door_Handle_Kit_Black-2313-238.html

Will try fitting them at the weekend.  Have the existing handles a damn good pull, but they won't budge :P
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Post by: Rhyso on 26 March 2008, 19:58
New black door handle kit arrived today, yay!  Top marks to vwspeed for prompt delivery!! :)

http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/Mk4_Golf_5_Door_Handle_Kit_Black-2313-238.html

Will try fitting them at the weekend.  Have the existing handles a damn good pull, but they won't budge :P

flat head screwdriver at the bottom and lever up  :wink:  don't worry about breaking them seeing as you're replacing them  :grin: :grin:
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Post by: bobbarley on 26 March 2008, 19:59
I'm just worried about damaging the bits that stay attached to the door :)
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Post by: Rhyso on 26 March 2008, 20:01
I'm just worried about damaging the bits that stay attached to the door :)

nah you'll be ok  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 26 March 2008, 20:48
Updated my mod list :)

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=77437.0
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 27 March 2008, 18:16
So I've fitted all the new handles except the drivers one.  I got it off, but it looks as if there's a wood effect piece that goes on the back of the handle as it were, see the picture.  The new kit doesn't come with this piece, and if I use the old bit the wood is visible :(

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/random/5drblkhandlekit.jpg)
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Post by: Rhyso on 27 March 2008, 20:02
you need this

http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/Mk4_Golf_Drivers_Door_Handle_Fill_in_Piece-2314-238.html
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 27 March 2008, 20:09
Nice one, out of stock though :(
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 27 March 2008, 20:12
Nice one, out of stock though :(

get off your backside and go to your dealer!!!  :laugh: :laugh: or try Egay  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 30 March 2008, 13:47
Got the black door handles on, and also the GTi badge, before the car went to my parents for storage :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 02 April 2008, 17:19
Just got these

(http://www.goingfast.info/04_05/ebay_sales/images/golf4_5hella_bl_tl1.jpg)

And also ordered these ;)

(http://www.golfgti.co.uk/pageimages/merchandise/etchedlarge.JPG)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 08 May 2008, 18:19
I wonder, with having a black car, whether the VW badges would look sweet in white or not? :)
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Post by: GTi-Matt on 08 May 2008, 19:01
I wonder, with having a black car, whether the VW badges would look sweet in white or not? :)

hmmm i wouldnt try this thats far to risky 4 my liking
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Post by: richw911 on 08 May 2008, 19:07
You got photoshop? Do it on there and see what it looks like - tho i dont think it will look right TBH  :undecided:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 08 May 2008, 19:12
Hmm your probably right.  Hmmm...  I don't think the black badges will look right, but then I don't like the chrome/silver one that's on there either.  But I dislike de-badged ones even more.  Can't win :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 08 May 2008, 19:17
Hmm your probably right.  Hmmm...  I don't think the black badges will look right, but then I don't like the chrome/silver one that's on there either.  But I dislike de-badged ones even more.  Can't win :)

Do the rear badge mod - smaller  :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 08 May 2008, 19:26
I'm moving on 24th into our GORGEOUS lovely new apartment.  You know what that means?  OH YES, the Golf is back!!!  :laugh:

Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 08 May 2008, 21:17
Grrr, found out the s2000 stubby aerial group buy over at ukmkivs is off for some reason.  I sent the guy my money and he never even messaged me to say the group buy had been cancelled.  Three messages I've sent him, and he still won't reply to return my money.  I am NOT impressed!  :angry:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 08 May 2008, 21:18
Grrr, found out the s2000 stubby aerial group buy over at ukmkivs is off for some reason.  I sent the guy my money and he never even messaged me to say the group buy had been cancelled.  Three messages I've sent him, and he still won't reply to return my money.  I am NOT impressed!  :angry:

shipping was delayed apparently  :sad:  bit of a sh!tter he hasn't refunded you though!!  :shocked:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 08 May 2008, 21:19
Grrr, found out the s2000 stubby aerial group buy over at ukmkivs is off for some reason.  I sent the guy my money and he never even messaged me to say the group buy had been cancelled.  Three messages I've sent him, and he still won't reply to return my money.  I am NOT impressed!  :angry:

shipping was delayed apparently  :sad:  bit of a sh!tter he hasn't refunded you though!!  :shocked:
Yeah, I've sent him 3 messages over the last month and he still hasn't replied.  Any ideas?  I'm sure he's not trying to steal anyone's money.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 08 May 2008, 21:22
Grrr, found out the s2000 stubby aerial group buy over at ukmkivs is off for some reason.  I sent the guy my money and he never even messaged me to say the group buy had been cancelled.  Three messages I've sent him, and he still won't reply to return my money.  I am NOT impressed!  :angry:

shipping was delayed apparently  :sad:  bit of a sh!tter he hasn't refunded you though!!  :shocked:
Yeah, I've sent him 3 messages over the last month and he still hasn't replied.  Any ideas?  I'm sure he's not trying to steal anyone's money.

i don't unfortauntely mate - got mine last year from him and had no probs; only knew there was a delay cos i poked my nose into the thread lol
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 08 May 2008, 21:22
Who are the admins over there?  I could ask one of them to give him a poke :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 08 May 2008, 21:26
Who are the admins over there?  I could ask one of them to give him a poke :)

Tabs is probably your best bet mate - i looked at Zegeti (sp) profile and he logged on today so he should be seeing your PM's  :undecided:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 08 May 2008, 21:50
Cheers fella, I've dropped him a PM  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 30 July 2008, 20:55
Bit pissed off I've lost hundreds of posts!!  My toolbox thread is gone too :(

Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 30 July 2008, 20:57
Bit pissed off I've lost hundreds of posts!!  My toolbox thread is gone too :(



Think yourself lucky i spent hours re doing the sticky topics...... Im just glad its back  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 30 July 2008, 20:58
Yeah don't get me wrong, much gratitude to the guys!

Well, you know what my cars had done to it, you've all seen it :P
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 30 July 2008, 21:00
Yeah don't get me wrong, much gratitude to the guys!

Well, you know what my cars had done to it, you've all seen it :P

Yeah you must have done some new mods since the sites been down?  :laugh:
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Post by: GTi-Matt on 30 July 2008, 21:02
Yeah don't get me wrong, much gratitude to the guys!

Well, you know what my cars had done to it, you've all seen it :P

Yeah you must have done some new mods since the sites been down?  :laugh:

if not u must have loads of money to spend on new mods??? :grin: :grin:

got the dogbone mount done yet??
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 30 July 2008, 21:02
Actually.......

Not done anything to the car, and am buying a bicycle at the weekend!  :undecided:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 30 July 2008, 21:03
Actually.......

Not done anything to the car, and am buying a bicycle at the weekend!  :undecided:

 :angry: it is tough at the mo tho isnt it  :cry:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 30 July 2008, 21:04
tell me about it, i cant drive my car until payday 2moro then i can have some fuel!!!!!!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 30 July 2008, 21:05
Actually.......

Not done anything to the car, and am buying a bicycle at the weekend!  :undecided:

get the dogbone before your engine falls out you fool  :shocked: :shocked:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 30 July 2008, 21:13
getting a bike so I can exercise, really making an effort to get fit at the moment.

Long story but the golf nearly got written off earlier
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 30 July 2008, 21:15
getting a bike so I can exercise, really making an effort to get fit at the moment.

Long story but the golf nearly got written off earlier

engine nearly dropped out and scraped the floor?  :huh:

got the rest of your life to get fit but a finite time to get the Golf fixed  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 30 July 2008, 21:22
it'll last for a while yet. I think the brakes are closer to being on their way out to be honest :S
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 30 July 2008, 21:29
it'll last for a while yet. I think the brakes are closer to being on their way out to be honest :S

*cough* 312mm  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 30 July 2008, 21:31
it'll last for a while yet. I think the brakes are closer to being on their way out to be honest :S

*cough* 312mm  :grin:

*cough* 256mm rear  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 30 July 2008, 21:36
need some, even the girlfriend agrees. Someone almost pulled out in front of me when I was doing 50mph. Obviously the woman nearly hitting me diverted my attention. Looked up to see a stationary 4x4 in the road waiting to turn right. Emergency stop! Stopped less than two metres from the back of it :S
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 30 July 2008, 21:38
312mm and 256mm then mate just to be safe as we will be going back into the horrible weather soon!!!!! :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 30 July 2008, 21:41
312mm and 256mm then mate just to be safe as we will be going back into the horrible weather soon!!!!! :grin: :grin:

Winter same as the summer isnt it?  :grin: :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 30 July 2008, 21:42
true true!!!!! :evil:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 30 July 2008, 21:42
312mm and 256mm then mate just to be safe as we will be going back into the horrible weather soon!!!!! :grin: :grin:

have we even left the horrible weather??

lol - Rich beat me to it - for a change  :tongue: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 11 August 2008, 22:35
I quite like the look of this :D

http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/Early_1_8T_Golf_Evolution_Motorsport_Cold_Air_Intake-1290-19.html
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 12 August 2008, 18:23
I quite like the look of this :D

http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/Early_1_8T_Golf_Evolution_Motorsport_Cold_Air_Intake-1290-19.html

lost faith in these after what ash has been through!!!! :evil:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 12 August 2008, 18:30
I quite like the look of this :D

http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/Early_1_8T_Golf_Evolution_Motorsport_Cold_Air_Intake-1290-19.html

lost faith in these after what ash has been through!!!! :evil:

Indeed mat, panal filter and R32 DSG intake FTW IMO  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 12 August 2008, 18:38
thats the way forward i fancy!!! :afro: putting one of those things turns your golf into a road sweeper sucks up everything in sight!!!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 12 August 2008, 19:05
Got my vwspeed discount sorted today  :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 12 August 2008, 19:22
Got my vwspeed discount sorted today  :laugh:

25% like the rest of us then bob!!!!!  :grin: :grin: :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Dubbz on 12 August 2008, 19:23
Got my vwspeed discount sorted today  :laugh:

25% like the rest of us then bob!!!!!  :grin: :grin: :laugh: :laugh:
:afro:  :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 12 August 2008, 20:13
Got my vwspeed discount sorted today  :laugh:

25% like the rest of us then bob!!!!!  :grin: :grin: :laugh: :laugh:

It wasn't 25%, it's like 8.6%.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 12 August 2008, 20:21
o yeah thats what ares is isnt it dubbz!!!! :lipsrsealed: :rolleyes: :smug:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Dubbz on 12 August 2008, 20:22
o yeah thats what ares is isnt it dubbz!!!! :lipsrsealed: :rolleyes: :smug:

 :lipsrsealed:  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 12 August 2008, 20:23
Maybe Mike just doesn't love me as much (http://www.thesickrooms.co.uk/forum/style_emoticons/default/mrlove.gif)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: T_J_G on 12 August 2008, 21:31
How do i get VWspeed discount, when i registered I put FORUM as company name but it's the same price.

Ordered from them again today!

Tim
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 12 August 2008, 21:47
How do i get VWspeed discount, when i registered I put FORUM as company name but it's the same price.

Ordered from them again today!

Tim

:lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed:

ask dubbz!!!! :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 19 August 2008, 20:46
Whatya think of these?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/VW-Golf-MK4-4-Original-GTI-R32-Rear-Tail-Lights-Lamp_W0QQitemZ130247473751QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item130247473751&_trkparms=72%3A636|39%3A1|66%3A2|65%3A12|240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: S7CYW on 19 August 2008, 20:55
Do you not have these on your motor already?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 19 August 2008, 20:58
Do you not have these on your motor already?
Probably!  :grin:

they look a little darker for some reason.  I think I still like the US lights more :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 19 August 2008, 21:24
Do you not have these on your motor already?
Probably!  :grin:

they look a little darker for some reason.  I think I still like the US lights more :)
Yep you already have them bob  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 29 August 2008, 21:08
Would putting a K3s turbo on my Golf make any difference on it's own?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 29 August 2008, 21:09
Would putting a K3s turbo on my Golf make any difference on it's own?

yeah - it will still be slower than my derv  :tongue:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 29 August 2008, 21:10
I wondered, if my turbo "broke", what difference the k3s would make :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 29 August 2008, 21:11
more bhp mate!!!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 29 August 2008, 21:11
ko4 it :afro:
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Post by: bobbarley on 29 August 2008, 21:12
more bhp mate!!!
I might tell the girlfriend my turbo "broke" ;)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 29 August 2008, 21:12
ko4 it :afro:

after the grief Ash went through?  :huh:

get a KO3s and get it mapped - job done
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Post by: Rhyso on 29 August 2008, 21:13
more bhp mate!!!
I might tell the girlfriend my turbo "broke" ;)

jinxed!!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
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Post by: bobbarley on 29 August 2008, 21:13
more bhp mate!!!
I might tell the girlfriend my turbo "broke" ;)

jinxed!!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Wouldn't mind if it happened, excuse for a better one  :evil:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 29 August 2008, 21:14
just hope its after your trip to devon, hope u dont break down in plymouth, ex formula 1 mechanics there!!!!! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 29 August 2008, 21:15
You know I almost considered taking the 312mm carriers, discs and pads with me, and getting them fitted whilst I'm there!!  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 29 August 2008, 21:19
You know I almost considered taking the 312mm carriers, discs and pads with me, and getting them fitted whilst I'm there!!  :grin:

they will take them and smash your window and nick ur stereo rather than fit them!!! :laugh: :laugh: :grin:
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Post by: richw911 on 29 August 2008, 21:19
just hope its after your trip to devon, hope u dont break down in plymouth, ex formula 1 mechanics there!!!!! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :grin: :grin: :grin:

PMSL all four wheels gone in under 30secs  :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 29 August 2008, 21:20
just hope its after your trip to devon, hope u dont break down in plymouth, ex formula 1 mechanics there!!!!! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :grin: :grin: :grin:

PMSL all four wheels gone in under 30secs  :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:

and the tank siphoned  :grin: :grin:
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Post by: bobbarley on 29 August 2008, 21:20
And that's just when the wheels naturally fall off! :P
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GTi-Matt on 29 August 2008, 21:22
theres a new sign "welcome to plymoth twinned with bayroute"  :evil: :evil: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 29 August 2008, 21:26
theres a new sign "welcome to plymoth twinned with bayroute"  :evil: :evil: :grin: :grin:
ROFPMSL
:grin: :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: chris200 on 06 September 2008, 18:30
Hi bobbarley I'm totally new to this site an was reading through your thread an the car looks gr8  :smiley: I'm currently looking at gettin a Golf 1.8T (150bhp) or the C2 VTS an I see you use to have one. Would you recommend them as you have had both :tongue:. Currently have a Lex IS200 Sport but it's gotta go due costs, age an other things.. Can you tell me which you feel is better an why, what sort of MPG do you get from the Golf?
I feel I'd obviously get more power an fun out of the golf, so much want a turbo. But worry that it will just cost the same as my current car lol with insurance an petrol etc where as the VTS is only group 8 etc lol..

Not sure if you PM people here so had to put the mssg in your thread get back to me thanks
Chris
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Post by: bobbarley on 06 September 2008, 20:20
Well, even if this weren't a VW forum, I'd still recommend the GTI over the VTS :)

The VTS is a lot of fun, it's a proper little hot hatch thing, and has lots of pep in it, but the power doesn't compare to the Golf to be honest.  When the GTI was standard, 150bhp, there wasn't a huge amount between them.  But now I've had the GTI re-mapped to close to 200bhp, it knocks spots off any VTS, whether it's a C2 or a Saxo etc.

Insurance on a C2 VTS is only group 8 I believe, lower than the GTI, so you will definitely be able to get a better quote on your insurance.  But VTS's are extremely difficult to mod, they just aren't as tunable as a GTI.

If you can afford it, get yourself a Golf 1.8T.  If you can't, you could get a C2 VTS and you probably wouldn't be disappointed, but to be honest I'd probably choose a Clio Sport over a VTS now :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 09 September 2008, 17:01
Did this to the front of my car on holiday.  Still can't work out how, I don't remember touching anything!

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/IMG_0092.jpg)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Ben_1uk on 09 September 2008, 17:03
OUCH! Should wet sand out mate.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 09 September 2008, 17:07
True.  It's just going to happen again though at some point, I'd be wasting my time.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Ben_1uk on 09 September 2008, 17:10
Why, can't you drive or something?!?! :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 09 September 2008, 17:12
God knows.  I think a woman is sneaking out and driving it when I'm not looking, I swear!!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: golfgtidan on 09 September 2008, 20:45
oi less of the plymouth stuff lol!!

i live there!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 09 September 2008, 20:52
oi less of the plymouth stuff lol!!

i live there!

Bet your glad you have an alarm.....  :lipsrsealed:  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 12 September 2008, 09:42
Mods so far
  • Smoked side repeaters
  • Black cloth centre armrest
  • Audi TT pedals
  • New black inside door handles
  • Mk4 Golf blue LED alarm replacement
  • Front GTI badge
  • Forge 007P dump valve
  • Anniversary front valance
  • Delock the doors - just need fitting
  • R-Tech re-map
  • Smoothed airbox
  • Pressed metal licence plates
  • GolfGTI licence plate surround
  • Blue alarm LED
  • Custom GTI aluminium footrest
  • R32 engine wishbone mount
  • 312mm Mintex front discs and pads

Well she's coming along nicely at the moment :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 12 October 2008, 16:20
Want these too :)

http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/Genuine_Mk4_Golf_R32_US_Spec_Rear_Lights-2332-16.html
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 15 November 2008, 16:03
Next up on my list of tihngs to do is tyres for my new wheels, and US spec rear lights.  It'll have to look like a 4x4 for a while until I get some springs.

Then I'll get the ARB and bushes sorted, and probably get some Eibach springs fitted at the same time.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 15 November 2008, 16:06
have you actually got your front ARB now Bob as i noticed there was a few cock ups on the group buy on Eibach's part  :undecided:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 15 November 2008, 16:22
No, end of November apparently!  I'm not impressed.  I told Damien to ask Eibach to give us a further discount for all the trouble they've caused, but he won't do it.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 15 November 2008, 16:25
No, end of November apparently!  I'm not impressed.  I told Damien to ask Eibach to give us a further discount for all the trouble they've caused, but he won't do it.

fecking hell - thats been going on for nearly two months or so now hasn't it??  :angry:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 15 November 2008, 16:29
Yeah, I've been waiting two months for my ARB now.  Considering I was only saving a small amount of money, it's an utter joke on Eibach's part!

If It doesn't come by the end of November I've said I want a refund.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 15 November 2008, 16:31
Yeah, I've been waiting two months for my ARB now.  Considering I was only saving a small amount of money, it's an utter joke on Eibach's part!

If It doesn't come by the end of November I've said I want a refund.

that is pretty crap mate  :angry:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 15 November 2008, 16:34
The only up side is I don't need the ARB yet, MOT isn't until February I believe.  Then I just need what, £125 for the springs.  £250 for some tyres, then it's going to be about £500 to get everything fitted!

Gonna take the car to the MOT with the rear brakes as they are, as I think VW were lying when they said they would fail, there's LOADS of pad and disc left.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 15 November 2008, 16:39
The only up side is I don't need the ARB yet, MOT isn't until February I believe.  Then I just need what, £125 for the springs.  £250 for some tyres, then it's going to be about £500 to get everything fitted!

Gonna take the car to the MOT with the rear brakes as they are, as I think VW were lying when they said they would fail, there's LOADS of pad and disc left.

£500 to get everything fitted??? i'd shop around mate - ARB is probably a couple of hours and the springs are around 30 minutes per corner

don't pay £500 whatever you do!!! have you got a quote from Awesome??
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Post by: bobbarley on 15 November 2008, 16:42
The only up side is I don't need the ARB yet, MOT isn't until February I believe.  Then I just need what, £125 for the springs.  £250 for some tyres, then it's going to be about £500 to get everything fitted!

Gonna take the car to the MOT with the rear brakes as they are, as I think VW were lying when they said they would fail, there's LOADS of pad and disc left.

£500 to get everything fitted??? i'd shop around mate - ARB is probably a couple of hours and the springs are around 30 minutes per corner

don't pay £500 whatever you do!!! have you got a quote from Awesome??

That's based on using Awesome mate.  They want about £270 just to replace the bushes, or £470 to replace bushes and ARB.  I can get the price down a bit as I'm supplying my own ARB, but then I need to add on the cost of fitting springs.  Plus I need four tyres fitting and balancing.
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Post by: Rhyso on 15 November 2008, 16:51
That's based on using Awesome mate.  They want about £270 just to replace the bushes, or £470 to replace bushes and ARB.  I can get the price down a bit as I'm supplying my own ARB, but then I need to add on the cost of fitting springs.  Plus I need four tyres fitting and balancing.

fecking hell!!

my local VW DEALER only charged me £50 to replace my ARB bushes mate - they're taking the urine!!!  :angry:  got the invoice to prove it!!

and they only charged £130 to replace the rear beam bushes!!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 15 November 2008, 17:48
Thing is, I don't know if that's the price for replacing the bushes, or the entire control arms.  VW quoted even higher!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 15 November 2008, 17:51
Thing is, I don't know if that's the price for replacing the bushes, or the entire control arms.  VW quoted even higher!

i'd ask them to break down their quote as it seems very high; if it includes new wishbones etc then its about right
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Post by: bobbarley on 15 November 2008, 18:01
I think they said it was cheaper to replace the wishbones than just the bushes.
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Post by: Rhyso on 15 November 2008, 18:02
I think they said it was cheaper to replace the wishbones than just the bushes.

well they got something right lol

wishbone is 5 bolts so its an easy out and in job  :smiley:
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Post by: bobbarley on 15 November 2008, 18:06
Figured it might save a few quid getting the springs done at the same time, as it might help round up some of the time, and they'll be taking bits of the front apart anyway!

And, 18's without lower springs looks crap.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 18 November 2008, 22:34
Got a response from Awesome.

Me:

"I was in a month or two ago getting my front brakes upgraded, and the mechanic checked and confirmed my ARB and control arms were shot.  I got a quote off you for the work, just getting those parts fixed with standard bits.

I've got an Eibach front ARB coming soon, and plan to get some Eibach springs as well to drop the car a little.

Could I get a quote on fitting the front ARB (own), springs (own) all around, and replacing the bushes in the control arms with Powerflex (would buy from you) ones please?

Car is a '99 Golf GTI"

Awesome:

" hi there,

In doing all the work together you will save on the alignment and some time here and there, so the total labour for doing all the work (including geo setup) would be £340.75+VAT and £67.10+VAT for the powerflex bushes."
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Post by: bobbarley on 22 November 2008, 13:30
Just ordered an oil filter and sump plug, car can have a Christmas oil change as a present  :grin:

ARB should be here the end of next week as well!
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Post by: dai-cymru on 23 November 2008, 00:27
Got a response from Awesome.

Me:

"I was in a month or two ago getting my front brakes upgraded, and the mechanic checked and confirmed my ARB and control arms were shot.  I got a quote off you for the work, just getting those parts fixed with standard bits.

I've got an Eibach front ARB coming soon, and plan to get some Eibach springs as well to drop the car a little.

Could I get a quote on fitting the front ARB (own), springs (own) all around, and replacing the bushes in the control arms with Powerflex (would buy from you) ones please?

Car is a '99 Golf GTI"

Awesome:

" hi there,

In doing all the work together you will save on the alignment and some time here and there, so the total labour for doing all the work (including geo setup) would be £340.75+VAT and £67.10+VAT for the powerflex bushes."





Feck me im so glad i can do all my own work and rhyso look at that price thats 400 notes and all i charge is a couple of packs of biscuits WTF am i doing  :grin: :grin:
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Post by: bobbarley on 23 November 2008, 01:01
You're welcome to come and do it mate  :wink:
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Post by: dai-cymru on 23 November 2008, 12:25
You're welcome to come and do it mate  :wink:

way to far to go buddy :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 November 2008, 21:33
I've no money, but I want nice things for my Golf  :cry:
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Post by: dai-cymru on 23 November 2008, 21:34
I've no money, but I want nice things for my Golf  :cry:

me too  :sad:
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Post by: richw911 on 23 November 2008, 21:35
I've no money, but I want nice things for my Golf  :cry:

me too  :sad:

and me  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 November 2008, 21:35
Least I've my tyres coming this week (fingers crossed)!

I want pretty rear lights though, and other things!!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 23 November 2008, 21:37
Least I've my tyres coming this week (fingers crossed)!

I want pretty rear lights though, and other things!!

Im getting two new tyres this coming week too  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: dai-cymru on 23 November 2008, 21:37
Least I've my tyres coming this week (fingers crossed)!

I want pretty rear lights though, and other things!!

well i can beat that i want a new golf with a turbo in it
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 November 2008, 21:38
Tyres will be going around some new wheels.  I've cut up the centre caps I bought, should be interesting sticking them on once the tyres are fitted.  Might have to no more nails them!!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 23 November 2008, 21:47
well i can beat that i want a new golf with a turbo in it

make up your fecking mind jeez  :rolleyes:

and i'm getting two new tyres this week too  :grin: :grin: might stop the wheels lighting up in 3rd  :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 November 2008, 21:48
I'm hoping to notice some difference too.  Going from 3mm of tread, maybe less, to brand new!!  :laugh:
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Post by: Rhyso on 23 November 2008, 21:49
I'm hoping to notice some difference too.  Going from 3mm of tread, maybe less, to brand new!!  :laugh:

mine are slicks  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: dai-cymru on 23 November 2008, 21:50
well i can beat that i want a new golf with a turbo in it

make up your fecking mind jeez  :rolleyes:

and i'm getting two new tyres this week too  :grin: :grin: might stop the wheels lighting up in 3rd  :laugh: :laugh:



i didnt say i was getting one just said I WANT ONE  :sad: :cry:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 26 November 2008, 18:06
Tyres arrived yesterday!  I got a RIGHT b*ll*cking off the post room at work!!  :grin:
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Post by: the_stink on 26 November 2008, 18:33
Tyres arrived yesterday!  I got a RIGHT b*ll*cking off the post room at work!!  :grin:

pmsl thats awsome  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 26 November 2008, 19:45
Tyres arrived yesterday!  I got a RIGHT b*ll*cking off the post room at work!!  :grin:

pmsl thats awsome  :grin:

Seriously!  I got a proper telling off, they were going to report me!!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 02 December 2008, 16:44
Today I fitted my new gear knob, oh yes!  Point of interest though.  the clip holding the old one on is REALLY hard to remove!  I broke a pair of pliers on it!!  In the end I loosened it a bit and snapped the plastic bits off.

Eibach front ARB arrived today also  :cool:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 14 December 2008, 15:46
Washer jets for your headlights = a bit poo actually!

Cars going through water and screenwash at a stupidly alarming rate!!  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 28 January 2009, 18:02
R32 dials now fitted!

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/DSC00653.jpg)

And I have the following bits and bobs sitting here for when I assault the wooden trim!

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/photo-2.jpg)
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Post by: richw911 on 28 January 2009, 21:02
Dials look sweet mr bob :afro: -

 How much did it cost to have them fitted and the mileage corrected if you dont mind me asking?
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Post by: Steve_PD on 28 January 2009, 21:07
Washer jets for your headlights = a bit poo actually!

Cars going through water and screenwash at a stupidly alarming rate!!  :grin:

pain in the arse  :angry: been going through 2 bottles full a week and they leave streaks going up my wings and bonnet
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 28 January 2009, 21:13
Dials look sweet mr bob :afro: -

 How much did it cost to have them fitted and the mileage corrected if you dont mind me asking?
Neil usually charges £30 for fitting the dial, and doing miles to empty and illuminated needles.
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Post by: richw911 on 28 January 2009, 21:14
Dials look sweet mr bob :afro: -

 How much did it cost to have them fitted and the mileage corrected if you dont mind me asking?
Neil usually charges £30 for fitting the dial, and doing miles to empty and illuminated needles.

Ok cool thanks for that  :wink:
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Post by: bobbarley on 28 January 2009, 21:15
Dials look sweet mr bob :afro: -

 How much did it cost to have them fitted and the mileage corrected if you dont mind me asking?
Neil usually charges £30 for fitting the dial, and doing miles to empty and illuminated needles.

Ok cool thanks for that  :wink:
Top guy!  Before I realised we'd been chatting away over an hour!!  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 28 January 2009, 21:18
Dials look sweet mr bob :afro: -

 How much did it cost to have them fitted and the mileage corrected if you dont mind me asking?
Neil usually charges £30 for fitting the dial, and doing miles to empty and illuminated needles.

Ok cool thanks for that  :wink:
Top guy!  Before I realised we'd been chatting away over an hour!!  :grin:

Bit far away in devon tho  :cry:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 28 January 2009, 21:20
What do you need doing?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 28 January 2009, 21:24
What do you need doing?

Clocks when i buy some lol  :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 28 January 2009, 21:26
Good chance Rhys will be able to do them ;)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 28 January 2009, 21:27
Good chance Rhys will be able to do them ;)

True he going to start charging me in a minute tho  :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 28 January 2009, 21:28
I have to say though, was baffled by half the stuff Neil did.  It DEFINITELY isn't an easy thing to do!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 28 January 2009, 21:34
Sick of my wheels already, looking for something else!  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 29 January 2009, 09:12
Good chance Rhys will be able to do them ;)

True he going to start charging me in a minute tho  :grin: :grin: :grin:

nah you're alright Rich  :wink:

Bob - it will cost you  :tongue:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 29 January 2009, 18:10
Good chance Rhys will be able to do them ;)

True he going to start charging me in a minute tho  :grin: :grin: :grin:

nah you're alright Rich  :wink:

Bob - it will cost you  :tongue:
Oooooooooh!  It's like that is it?!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 29 January 2009, 19:30
Good chance Rhys will be able to do them ;)

True he going to start charging me in a minute tho  :grin: :grin: :grin:

nah you're alright Rich  :wink:

Bob - it will cost you  :tongue:
Oooooooooh!  It's like that is it?!

yeah

it is

 :tongue:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 29 January 2009, 19:30
 :cry:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 29 January 2009, 19:31
:cry:

ah you big girl  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 29 January 2009, 19:33
 :cry:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 29 January 2009, 21:03
Good chance Rhys will be able to do them ;)

True he going to start charging me in a minute tho  :grin: :grin: :grin:

nah you're alright Rich  :wink:

Bob - it will cost you  :tongue:

lol  :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 29 January 2009, 21:03
 :cry:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 29 January 2009, 21:04
:cry:

haven't you stopped crying yet?  :huh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 10 February 2009, 19:29
Updated :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 10 February 2009, 20:10
Updated :afro:

What only just stopped crying?  :huh:













 :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 11 February 2009, 18:26
Quote
Date of test:   10/02/2009
Certificate issued (Pass)
Odometer reading:   30,071 Miles
Test number:   933381149009
Test station name:   AADAM AUTOS
Test station number:   V103313
Test station telephone number:   01706 357358
Test class:   IV
Test expiry date:   18/02/2010
No Advisory Notice issued

Always good to see!! :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 17 February 2009, 23:04
Think I might spray my engine cover matt black  :cool:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 19 April 2009, 17:00
TT Short Shifter fitted this afternoon :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 19 April 2009, 17:12
TT Short Shifter fitted this afternoon :afro:

Good good not bad eh?  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 19 April 2009, 17:14
Subtle little difference.  I had had to shorter the slack as it were a tad as it was getting stuck in reverse, but all gears work now.  Seems stiffer in each gear now when changing.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 19 April 2009, 17:18
Subtle little difference.  I had had to shorter the slack as it were a tad as it was getting stuck in reverse, but all gears work now.  Seems stiffer in each gear now when changing.

Put some white grease on it  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 19 April 2009, 17:19
Hmm, don't have any of that.  I sprayed it liberally with WD40 though :P
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 19 April 2009, 17:20
Hmm, don't have any of that.  I sprayed it liberally with WD40 though :P

Ah ok cool  :smiley: Another good little mod  :cool:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 19 April 2009, 17:22
Think I need to get hold of some grease though, trip to Halfords at some point I think :P

Yeah nice little mod, something else taken care of now!  Need to fit the silicon hoses eventually too.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 19 April 2009, 17:25
Think I need to get hold of some grease though, trip to Halfords at some point I think :P

Yeah nice little mod, something else taken care of now!  Need to fit the silicon hoses eventually too.

Yeah you see it at shows all the time for like 99p get a few cans when you next see some  :smiley:

Ah yeah the hoses.......
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 19 April 2009, 17:26
Good call fella, I'll look out for it at Volksfest :afro:  I still need to get some jubilee clips cheap from somwhere.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 19 April 2009, 17:29
Good call fella, I'll look out for it at Volksfest :afro:  I still need to get some jubilee clips cheap from somwhere.

Get stainless ones  :wink: might be someone at volksfest with them too  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 19 April 2009, 17:31
You still coming on the Sunday?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 19 April 2009, 17:34
You still coming on the Sunday?

Oh yes all booked and paid for. If i have to push it it will be there  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 19 April 2009, 17:35
You still coming on the Sunday?

Oh yes all booked and paid for. If i have to push it it will be there  :grin:
Can we not persuade you to camp over?  :cool:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 19 April 2009, 17:39
You still coming on the Sunday?

Oh yes all booked and paid for. If i have to push it it will be there  :grin:
Can we not persuade you to camp over?  :cool:

I really hate tents especially when its warm  :grin:

*Waits for Chuff and Rhys and "Man up"  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 19 April 2009, 17:39
I'm not fond of camping because I hate not being clean, and it's a pain sorting out contact lenses.  But that's superseded by the fact that it should be fun :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 19 April 2009, 17:41
I'm not fond of camping because I hate not being clean, and it's a pain sorting out contact lenses.  But that's superseded by the fact that it should be fun :)

Yeah all very true.  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 19 April 2009, 18:09
pansies the both of you  :tongue:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 19 April 2009, 18:15
pansies the both of you  :tongue:

lol  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 19 April 2009, 18:26
Finally washed the car today too :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: jonnyturbo on 19 April 2009, 18:29
any pics bob?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 19 April 2009, 18:34
Neah, looks like it always does, just cleaner :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 19 April 2009, 19:17
If the weather's good tomorrow I might drive the car somewhere nice to get a few shots of it :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 April 2009, 17:11
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?board=70.0

Selling my Forge 5 piece silicon hose set, £90 delivered.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 April 2009, 20:21
Few shots I took yesterday.

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/DSC01286.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/DSC01289.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/DSC01296.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/DSC01297.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/DSC01299.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/DSC01300.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/DSC01304.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/DSC01306.jpg)

Yes, the missus came along  :grin:

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/DSC01315.jpg)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 20 April 2009, 20:24
proof that you can polish a turd  :tongue:

looks good Bob :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 April 2009, 20:25
It looks well shiny, seriously impressed seeing as that's just one lot of shmapoo/wax stuff :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 20 April 2009, 21:50
Looking really good bob - When did you get a respray?  :laugh:

Never seen it so good  :cool: :cool:

When are you getting a 32 then  :evil:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 April 2009, 22:04
From a distance the paint does look alright  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Dubbz on 20 April 2009, 22:07
proof that you can polish a turd  :tongue:

looks good Bob :afro:

 :grin: :lipsrsealed:
Looks good Bob. :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Grand Master Patch on 20 April 2009, 22:32
Those photo's must have been taken near Trafford Park?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 April 2009, 22:33
Yeah they were!  One of Manchester's famous beauty spots  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Grand Master Patch on 20 April 2009, 22:38
Empty bottles in the background was a dead give away :grin:

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/DSC01306.jpg)

Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 April 2009, 22:42
Yeah, not even subtle!  Dirty truckers everywhere too, probably tossing each other off  :sick:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 21 April 2009, 08:10
nice place to take the missus!!

or were you pimping her out trying to raise some extra cash  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 03 May 2009, 14:05
US spec lights fitted  :cool:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 03 May 2009, 14:10
US spec lights fitted  :cool:

where's the pics then??  :huh:

does it have any tears running from its headlights after yesterday?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Steve_PD on 03 May 2009, 14:28
So thats were my lights have gone  :lipsrsealed: :grin: :cool:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 03 May 2009, 14:32
So thats were my lights have gone  :lipsrsealed: :grin: :cool:

stolen again Steve?? tut tut

time to get some proper security installed  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Steve_PD on 03 May 2009, 14:35
Next mod for bob is a decent engine  :lipsrsealed: :grin: (wont be mine then :cry:)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 03 May 2009, 14:38
Next mod for bob is a decent engine  :lipsrsealed: :grin: (wont be mine then :cry:)

i'll lend him mine  :tongue: :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 14 May 2009, 21:07
Finally some photos of the US rear lights  :cool:

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/CIMG2997.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/CIMG2998.jpg)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Steve_PD on 14 May 2009, 21:08
Look good bob, really suit your car  :cool: :cool: :cool:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 14 May 2009, 21:09
Back just needs a spoiler :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Steve_PD on 14 May 2009, 21:37
Anni or GTI  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GregUK on 14 May 2009, 22:49
Finally some photos of the US rear lights  :cool:

Look nice :afro:

Need some pics of your new head unit now :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 14 May 2009, 22:49
Finally some photos of the US rear lights  :cool:

Look nice :afro:

Need some pics of your new head unit now :grin:
I tried, but my crappy Casio camera wasn't playing ball.  Was too bright with the flash on, and too crappy looking with the flash off :P
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 15 May 2009, 19:39
Awesome bob  :cool: :cool:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: golfgtidan on 15 May 2009, 20:23
looking good!  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 17 May 2009, 19:00
finally pulled your finger out and posted some pics

looks good :afro:

don't bother with the spoiler - MK4 looks better without IMO (unless its an Anni or R32)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 15 June 2009, 17:31
Yellow spring fitted to my 007P today, no idea whether it's going to make any difference though :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GregUK on 15 June 2009, 17:34
Yellow spring fitted to my 007P today, no idea whether it's going to make any difference though :)

Best mod yet IMO! And the cheapest! :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 15 June 2009, 17:36
How would you know?  It's been undrivable for a week remember ;)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GregUK on 15 June 2009, 17:38
How would you know?  It's been undrivable for a week remember ;)

I meant it's the best mod you've done. I can't fit mine until the car has been remapped. And I can't do that until it's drivable :tongue:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 15 June 2009, 17:44
Any free mod has got to be good I guess.  Not sure if I need the yellow one or not though mind.  I'd have thought 190bhp can't need much more PSI than 150bhp  :tongue:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 15 June 2009, 21:11
Yellow spring fitted to my 007P today, no idea whether it's going to make any difference though :)

so you fitted it but then didn't drive the car??  :huh: 

FREAK!!!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 15 June 2009, 21:18
I don't want to loose my space outside the house :)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 15 June 2009, 21:20
I don't want to loose my space outside the house :)

well if you car was quick enough you probably wouldn't  :tongue:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 15 June 2009, 21:21
Mate, they're VULTURES around here I tell ya!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 15 June 2009, 21:24
Mate, they're VULTURES around here I tell ya!

chop it in for a diesel

1) quicker car
2) the smoke will linger hiding your parking place from the vultures

 :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 15 June 2009, 21:25
If I wanted a quicker car I wouldn't downgrade to a diesel, I'd get an R32 :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 15 June 2009, 21:28
If I wanted a quicker car I wouldn't downgrade to a diesel, I'd get an R32 :afro:

you're missing the point...............  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 15 June 2009, 21:29
Driveway this time next month!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 15 June 2009, 21:42
Driveway this time next month!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

is it next month?? In Alan's thread you said it was January....  :tongue:

I'll be so relived when my car is parked up safely behind my house after 1st January on a nice driveway.   I'm going to get one of those motion floodlights though, just in case and dirty chav's try their luck nicking it!

 :tongue:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: northeast_gti-t on 15 June 2009, 21:44
Driveway this time next month!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

is it next month?? In Alan's thread you said it was January....  :tongue:

I'll be so relived when my car is parked up safely behind my house after 1st January on a nice driveway.   I'm going to get one of those motion floodlights though, just in case and dirty chav's try their luck nicking it!

 :tongue:

well they both start with a j  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 15 June 2009, 21:47
Driveway this time next month!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

is it next month?? In Alan's thread you said it was January....  :tongue:

I'll be so relived when my car is parked up safely behind my house after 1st January on a nice driveway.   I'm going to get one of those motion floodlights though, just in case and dirty chav's try their luck nicking it!

 :tongue:

well they both start with a j  :grin:

Cheers dude!

Yes, 1st July I meant.  I have a bit of dyslexia on the keyboard, happens a lot :P
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: northeast_gti-t on 15 June 2009, 21:49
Driveway this time next month!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

is it next month?? In Alan's thread you said it was January....  :tongue:

I'll be so relived when my car is parked up safely behind my house after 1st January on a nice driveway.   I'm going to get one of those motion floodlights though, just in case and dirty chav's try their luck nicking it!

 :tongue:

well they both start with a j  :grin:

Cheers dude!

Yes, 1st July I meant.  I have a bit of dyslexia on the keyboard, happens a lot :P
:grin: :grin: :grin: happens to me i blame my age  :laugh: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 15 June 2009, 21:50
Well, just over 2 weeks, and my baby will finally be safe!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 15 June 2009, 21:52
Well, just over 2 weeks, and my baby will finally be safe!

you hope  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 15 June 2009, 21:52
I'm going to get a motion activated floodlight to keep the chavs away at night :P
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: northeast_gti-t on 15 June 2009, 21:54
I'm going to get a motion activated floodlight to keep the chavs away at night :P
good idea i have a nice lump hammer at hand  :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 16 June 2009, 16:33
Well...  When I flaw it the car seems a tad more responsive now.  Like it's saying alright then, lets have it!  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 16 June 2009, 16:35
Well...  When I flaw it the car seems a tad more responsive now.  Like it's saying alright then, lets have it!  :smiley:

don't you mean floor  :tongue:

its probably the placebo effect - you've fitted a new part so your car is now instantly faster.......
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 16 June 2009, 16:47
Not necessarily faster, just seems a little chirpier.  To be honest I got in the car this morning expecting nothing.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 01 July 2009, 20:11
She is now finally parked on a driveway!!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Grand Master Patch on 01 July 2009, 21:51
Needs side skirts :wink:,when are you going to pop over and try them on? We can hold them in place with masking tape to see what you think.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 01 July 2009, 23:04
I'm putting all purchases on hold at the moment.  The girlfriend would notice them, and would do her fruit, I'm meant to be putting any spare cash into our wedding  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 July 2009, 18:55
Guys, I'm on the look out for a replacement black (diamond black I think) front passenger wing.  Can you keep your eyes open in case you see one for me?

Thank you  :cool:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 20 July 2009, 18:56
Guys, I'm on the look out for a replacement black (diamond black I think) front passenger wing.  Can you keep your eyes open in case you see one for me?

Thank you  :cool:

Will do bud  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 July 2009, 18:57
I've tried every black mk4 being broken on eBay that's a reasonable distance.  Need some time to try salvage yards.  So far had no luck though.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: jeynesey on 20 July 2009, 19:02
I've tried every black mk4 being broken on eBay that's a reasonable distance.  Need some time to try salvage yards.  So far had no luck though.

Nigel, let me know if you find any new golfs being broken? Have tried EVERYWERE for some bits I need  :angry:
Cheers mate
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 July 2009, 19:03
Have you looked on eBay?  :smiley:

What do you need?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: jeynesey on 20 July 2009, 19:11
Have you looked on eBay?  :smiley:

What do you need?

Yeh looked at a few but have given up looking really, Ive probably not looked hard enough!

Just need some interior trim bits, next to the stereo
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 03 August 2009, 20:02
Got a new cup holder  :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: GregUK on 03 August 2009, 21:46
Just need some interior trim bits, next to the stereo

Which bits are you after? I've just swapped my wood trim for black. Most of the old trimis scratched, but the left and right pieces that go either side of the stereo are fine if they're any use to you? :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 22 August 2009, 18:03
I couldn't resist!!  Let me know when it arrives Rhys?  :evil:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250482514619&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT

(http://i1.ebayimg.com/05/i/001/18/37/64f7_12.JPG)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 22 August 2009, 19:04
lol

October best come soon - i could make a fortune on that  :evil: :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 22 August 2009, 19:05
Watch it you!  Can't wait to get it on the car, will have to bring my tools with me!  :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 22 August 2009, 19:08
Watch it you!  Can't wait to get it on the car, will have to bring my tools with me!  :laugh:

torx 20 and 30 bits are all you need to remove the rear bumper although the valence does just unclip
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 22 August 2009, 19:10
Even easier then.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 22 August 2009, 19:11
Even easier then.

still need a torx 20 bit to remove the two lower screws in each wheel arch

i'll let you know when it arrives :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 22 August 2009, 19:13
You got any of those torx things?  If so, want to bring them along?  My toolbox is a proper tip, and some of the tools have gone rusty :(
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 22 August 2009, 19:15
You got any of those torx things?  If so, want to bring them along?  My toolbox is a proper tip, and some of the tools have gone rusty :(

funny you should say that - i bought that tool kit in 'chat off topic' from a couple of weeks back so that resides in the boot  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 22 August 2009, 19:16
:afro:

Thought postage were pricey?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 22 August 2009, 19:17
:afro:

Thought postage were pricey?

it was a fiver but the kit itself is good as it comes with a mini ratchet and sockets.  The ratchet is useful for getting into tight spots such as rear wheel arches  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Steve_PD on 22 August 2009, 20:46
what kit was that I missed it  :huh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 22 August 2009, 21:14
what kit was that I missed it  :huh:

 This one  (http://www.sealeypower.com/item.asp?item_id=131824&prom_id=100088)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Grand Master Patch on 22 August 2009, 21:36
Getting it smoothed in?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: G60GTI16V on 22 August 2009, 22:00
what kit was that I missed it  :huh:

 This one  (http://www.sealeypower.com/item.asp?item_id=131824&prom_id=100088)

iv bought loads of stuff like this and dont bother anymore, they can never handle pressure of your little finger and somthing breaks!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: G60GTI16V on 22 August 2009, 22:10
Just been out for a little drive with the missus, she was scared at first by the acceleration, but kinda got used to it.  I don't think I'll ever own another car  :grin:

lol exactly the same when i bought this 300bhp i was  :smiley: to

(http://i193.photobucket.com/albums/z122/G60GTI16V/Evo/Evo1-1.jpg)

(http://i193.photobucket.com/albums/z122/G60GTI16V/Evo/Evo8.jpg)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 22 August 2009, 22:16
It's all about the 20v  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: G60GTI16V on 22 August 2009, 22:18
had loads of motors mate  :wink:
got a mint 20v to ha ha

(http://i193.photobucket.com/albums/z122/G60GTI16V/My%20Golf%20Valver/DSC00529.jpg)
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Post by: northeast_gti-t on 23 August 2009, 00:31
good work mr b that valance will look  :cool:
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Post by: G60GTI16V on 23 August 2009, 01:08
i thought the exit is on the left on a 20v... that cut out on that bumper is on the right side?
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Post by: jake on 23 August 2009, 01:11
this thread aint so little any more :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:
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Post by: Grand Master Patch on 23 August 2009, 07:58
i thought the exit is on the left on a 20v... that cut out on that bumper is on the right side?

It's a Diesel version and the little cut out on the right is for the tow eye.
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Post by: bobbarley on 17 October 2009, 21:51
Just ordered a new goody for the Golf  :cool:
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Post by: Rhyso on 17 October 2009, 21:53
Just ordered a new goody for the Golf  :cool:

About fooking time too  :tongue:
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Post by: Steve_PD on 17 October 2009, 21:59
Milltek :huh:
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Post by: Rhyso on 17 October 2009, 22:02
Milltek :huh:

nope  :wink:
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Post by: Adam on 17 October 2009, 22:03
K03s?
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Post by: Rhyso on 17 October 2009, 22:05
Haha you're both wrong hehe

Think 'handling'
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Post by: Adam on 17 October 2009, 22:08
Rear ARB?
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Post by: Grand Master Patch on 17 October 2009, 22:13
Haha you're both wrong hehe

Think 'handling'
Must have been the passenger ride in mine that convinced him :wink:
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Post by: bobbarley on 17 October 2009, 22:16
Haha you're both wrong hehe

Think 'handling'
Must have been the passenger ride in mine that convinced him :wink:

Or what I just found I could get for £153 :afro:
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Post by: Grand Master Patch on 17 October 2009, 22:20
Haha you're both wrong hehe

Think 'handling'
Must have been the passenger ride in mine that convinced him :wink:

Or what I just found I could get for £153 :afro:

You can't go wrong at that price,which bar did you end up getting?
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Post by: bobbarley on 17 October 2009, 22:23
Haha you're both wrong hehe

Think 'handling'
Must have been the passenger ride in mine that convinced him :wink:

Or what I just found I could get for £153 :afro:

You can't go wrong at that price,which bar did you end up getting?

24mm adjustable Whiteline ARB.  I never fancied the 22mm one, but when I found they now make a 24mm one, just bought it  :smiley:
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Post by: DarkGti on 17 October 2009, 23:35
where from? there was a 4 week wait from DPM? :angry: :wink:
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Post by: bobbarley on 17 October 2009, 23:38
where from? there was a 4 week wait from DPM? :angry: :wink:

That'd be the one.  I ain't in a rush.
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Post by: northeast_gti-t on 18 October 2009, 22:32
where from? there was a 4 week wait from DPM? :angry: :wink:

That'd be the one.  I ain't in a rush.
:rolleyes: unlike i was  :grin:
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Post by: bobbarley on 05 December 2009, 20:03
Wooooooo, sports cat is on it's way.  Thanks to Keith for flogging it  :smiley:
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Post by: jonnyturbo on 05 December 2009, 20:09
milltek?
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Post by: bobbarley on 05 December 2009, 20:13
milltek?

Blueflame
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Post by: jonnyturbo on 05 December 2009, 20:16
oOo get a good deal?
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Post by: bobbarley on 05 December 2009, 20:17
oOo get a good deal?


Yeah  :wink:
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Post by: jonnyturbo on 05 December 2009, 20:22
good stuff mite be able to keep up with the big boys now lol  :evil:
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Post by: Steve_PD on 05 December 2009, 20:22
might get back up to 188bhp :grin: :wink:
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Post by: jonnyturbo on 05 December 2009, 20:27
lol or even get near the big hitters i.e 215bhp +
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Post by: Steve_PD on 05 December 2009, 21:46
he'd need a KO3S
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Post by: bobbarley on 05 December 2009, 21:47
he'd need a KO3S

Soon  :smiley:
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Post by: Grand Master Patch on 05 December 2009, 22:21
he'd need a KO3S

Soon  :smiley:

Give us a shout when you have it and we can get it fitted asap.
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Post by: jonnyturbo on 06 December 2009, 00:17
Yep Mr barley is working on the ko3s
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Post by: richw911 on 06 December 2009, 13:23
Your going to love it Mr Bob  :wink:
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Post by: bobbarley on 09 December 2009, 19:07
The Blueflame downpipe is waiting at the TNT depot for me to collect.  As is my shiny new Whiteline 24mm adjustable rear ARB! :afro:
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Post by: jonnyturbo on 09 December 2009, 21:43
Rich have u got k03s?
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Post by: Rhyso on 09 December 2009, 21:45
Rich have u got k03s?

not yet
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Post by: jonnyturbo on 09 December 2009, 21:50
Cheers rhyso
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Post by: richw911 on 09 December 2009, 22:26
Rich have u got k03s?

not yet

No sorry i was referring to bobs new down pipe  :smiley:
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Post by: bobbarley on 12 December 2009, 17:07
Rear ARB is now fitted!  Thanks to Patch for the help, and Pat for his warehouse!  :grin:
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Post by: Rhyso on 12 December 2009, 17:07
pics?  :tongue:
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Post by: bobbarley on 12 December 2009, 17:34
pics?  :tongue:

I'll have some tomorrow, off out for the evening now  :smiley:
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Post by: Grand Master Patch on 12 December 2009, 19:52
Rear ARB is now fitted!  Thanks to Patch for the help, and Pat for his warehouse!  :grin:


No worries fella,that's no warehouse though,it's the home of the NW pit crew :wink:
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Post by: northeast_gti-t on 13 December 2009, 01:08
Rear ARB is now fitted!  Thanks to Patch for the help, and Pat for his warehouse!  :grin:
finally well done mr b  :grin: hope its set on the hard setting  :evil: :wink:
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Post by: jonnyturbo on 13 December 2009, 19:28
Yep hard setting ftw
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Post by: Grand Master Patch on 13 December 2009, 19:36
I suggested putting it on medium for now as it can easily be moved onto hard if needed.It's good to see Whiteline have done away with that crappy box section connecting the drop links to the struts,looks like a much better piece of engineering now.

Next on the list is your poor mpg-31mpg on mine and 25mpg on yours after the same journey :undecided:
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Post by: bobbarley on 13 December 2009, 21:34
Next on the list is your poor mpg-31mpg on mine and 25mpg on yours after the same journey :undecided:

I did a big motorway journey today, and got a stonking 28mpg  :sad:
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Post by: DarkGti on 13 December 2009, 21:39
im getting the same 20mpg round town and 28-30 motorway! i think is something do with the cold air!
its deffo not the heavy foot :laugh: :evil:
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Post by: Grand Master Patch on 13 December 2009, 21:48
Next on the list is your poor mpg-31mpg on mine and 25mpg on yours after the same journey :undecided:

I did a big motorway journey today, and got a stonking 28mpg  :sad:

Something isn't right then,do you have vag-com?
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Post by: bobbarley on 13 December 2009, 23:15
No :(
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Post by: richw911 on 13 December 2009, 23:17
No :(

Get a cheap lead then Mr Bob  :tongue:

MAF maybe  :undecided:
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Post by: bobbarley on 13 December 2009, 23:18
Hmm, no idea to be honest.  I serviced her in March, and changed the temp sensor.  I thought that had cleared it up.  Was getting alright mpg figures.  Switched back to V power last week and now the mpg is the worst to date.
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Post by: Grand Master Patch on 14 December 2009, 21:36
I really suspect a boost leak,i'll see if Pat is up for testing yours before you go down to the rolling road day.

How are you finding the rear arb?
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Post by: bobbarley on 14 December 2009, 22:12
I really suspect a boost leak,i'll see if Pat is up for testing yours before you go down to the rolling road day.

How are you finding the rear arb?

Cheers mate :afro:

It's good, although I think with the car having a howge front ARB, I need the rear on hard to compensate.
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Post by: bobbarley on 04 February 2010, 20:52
She passed her MOT on Tuesday (no advisories at all), another year of happy motoring  :cool:
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Post by: Grand Master Patch on 04 February 2010, 21:07
How did you get on when you went on the rollers?
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Post by: jonnyturbo on 04 February 2010, 21:23
Good work bob
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Post by: bobbarley on 04 February 2010, 23:25
How did you get on when you went on the rollers?

At R-Tech?  I didn't go on the rollers.
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Post by: bobbarley on 13 March 2010, 15:44
I changed the front discs and pads today.  I've never done it before, so was really chuffed with the achievement!  :laugh:  Went really well, took a few hours mind, but I was learning as I went along.  I did manage to scratch one of my wheels though, and one of my ratchet attachment things snapped!!

Look at the old discs, they're a year, maybe a year and a half old.  Rust everywhere, even on the face of the discs, and the edges are so rusted you can brake bits off with your hands!

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/olddiscs.jpg)

Not a good shot but the new ones fitted.  Lovely sexy new EBC discs and the new redstuff pads over on the left, matching the callipers nicely.

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/newdiscs.jpg)
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Post by: Wazzzer on 13 March 2010, 16:14
I'll get you a shot of my discs next time I get the wheel off so you can compare the look of mine to yours, got to agree yours look rusty as fook!!  :shocked:

We all bought them around the same time so would be good for a comparison

new ones look good though mate  :smiley:
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Post by: bobbarley on 13 March 2010, 16:16
I reckon those discs explain a whole lot as to why my brakes were terrible.  The pads looked as bad though!
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Post by: Wazzzer on 13 March 2010, 16:18
Yeah they don't look good at all bud. Strange as mine are nowhere near as bad as that. Not wear obviously as I do bugger all mileage compared to you overlanders lol
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Post by: bobbarley on 13 March 2010, 16:21
Those discs had covered about 6k I reckon.
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Post by: Wazzzer on 13 March 2010, 16:43
see I've only covered that sort of mileage in 3 years  :grin:

Your motor is on my kitchen wall at the mo too  :cool:
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Post by: bobbarley on 13 March 2010, 16:47
Yeah everyone has my car up at the moment, don't think I'll bother with the rest of the months in my calendar now!  :grin:
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Post by: richw911 on 14 March 2010, 15:01
Silver wheels Mr Bob?
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Post by: bobbarley on 14 March 2010, 15:12
Silver wheels Mr Bob?

Same finish as when I bought them, anthracite I think.
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Post by: richw911 on 14 March 2010, 15:14
Silver wheels Mr Bob?

Same finish as when I bought them, anthracite I think.

Ah i thought yours were black  :embarassed:  :wink:
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Post by: Wazzzer on 14 March 2010, 15:22
at least be bothered with next month  :cool:
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Post by: bobbarley on 17 March 2010, 16:49
I've finally bought a new string thingy for my parcel shelf to replace the one that's been knackered for TWO years!  :grin:
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Post by: bobbarley on 25 March 2010, 22:10
Another year gone, time to service the damn thing again!!

06A115561B Oil Filter
£4.65
   
15374 Sump Plug
£0.79
   
1J0201511A Fuel Filter
£6.25
   
CUK2862 Cabin Filter
£8.25
   
Quantum Platinum 5-Litre (In Stock)
£20.95

Total after VAT and delivery

£53.86.

A LOT cheaper than getting a garage to do it :afro:
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Post by: Grand Master Patch on 25 March 2010, 22:15
Bargin,mines due an oil change soon
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Post by: Steve_PD on 25 March 2010, 22:15
how many miles you done in a year?
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Post by: bobbarley on 25 March 2010, 23:19
5.5K
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Post by: bobbarley on 04 April 2010, 23:19
Well the old girls getting her service tomorrow weather permitting!!
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Post by: tg1 on 05 April 2010, 21:13
dafty question but is the cabin filter the same as the pollen filter?
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Post by: bobbarley on 05 April 2010, 21:15
Yeah
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Post by: bobbarley on 10 April 2010, 17:43
Damn thing is now serviced!  :evil:
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Post by: bobbarley on 02 May 2010, 15:32
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/photo-8.jpg)

 :lipsrsealed:
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Post by: northeast_gti-t on 03 May 2010, 00:04
ah found one at last  :grin:
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Post by: bobbarley on 03 May 2010, 00:08
indeed!  Can't wait to get it fitted along with my sports cat!
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Post by: northeast_gti-t on 03 May 2010, 00:31
indeed!  Can't wait to get it fitted along with my sports cat!
nice work :afro: and about time  :tongue:
should be good once all your parts are fitted and a new map  :wink:
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Post by: bobbarley on 03 May 2010, 00:51
Amongst other goodies :afro:
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Post by: richw911 on 04 May 2010, 20:40
Good stuff Mr bob :afro: - can i hitch a ride when she done and mapped?
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Post by: Grand Master Patch on 04 May 2010, 21:03
Does this mean i have to fit another damm turbo?
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Post by: bobbarley on 04 May 2010, 21:22
Does this mean i have to fit another damm turbo?

That's R-Tech's job, along with the sports cat and exhaust  :cool:  Seems easy to just get it all fitted at once, along with a new map.
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Post by: Grand Master Patch on 04 May 2010, 21:29
Thank fook for that,it's a crap job.
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Post by: bobbarley on 04 May 2010, 21:31
How much did adding 40bhp raise your insurance by?
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Post by: richw911 on 04 May 2010, 22:24
I take that as a no then  :cry:
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Post by: bobbarley on 04 May 2010, 22:27
I take that as a no then  :cry:

Course you can, might even get a go  :kiss:
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Post by: richw911 on 04 May 2010, 22:28
I take that as a no then  :cry:

Course you can, might even get a go  :kiss:

lol Cheers bud :afro:
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Post by: bobbarley on 04 July 2010, 15:11
That my friends is a big pile of metal excitement!  :evil:

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golf/2010-07-04150447.jpg)
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Post by: Rhyso on 04 July 2010, 15:48
About fooking time  :grin: :grin:
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Post by: jeynesey on 04 July 2010, 16:06
Good work!! Did I text you back the other day? :undecided: :undecided:

Whens it going on? :evil:
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Post by: bobbarley on 04 July 2010, 21:17
Did I text you back the other day?

No mate  :tongue:

Whens it going on? :evil:

Soon as I've saved up a few pennies to get it all fitted along with the k03s.
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Post by: T_J_G on 04 July 2010, 22:40
What make exhaust did you go for?
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Post by: Rhyso on 05 July 2010, 12:38
What make exhaust did you go for?

He bought a Blueflame
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Post by: bobbarley on 05 July 2010, 17:17
Indeedy, to match the Blueflame sports cat I bought ages ago.
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Post by: bobbarley on 06 July 2010, 19:11
Won some 256mm rear brakes today too  :cool:
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Post by: bobbarley on 10 July 2010, 13:35
Note to self:  The rear axle of a Golf including brakes etc is BLOODY HEAVY!!  :grin:
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Post by: bobbarley on 07 September 2010, 17:18
Alloys went today, very sad!  :cry:
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Post by: richw911 on 07 September 2010, 19:30
Alloys went today, very sad!  :cry:

Bring on the new motor  :laugh:
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Post by: northeast_gti-t on 07 September 2010, 19:32
Alloys went today, very sad!  :cry:
:cry: sad day matey but at least another mk4 gets the chance to wear those awesome alloys  :cool:
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Post by: Rhyso on 07 September 2010, 20:08
Alloys went today, very sad!  :cry:

Bring on the new motor  :laugh:

Indeed!! As per my text I bet you weren't crying when you were counting the cash  :grin: :grin: :grin:
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Post by: Hulmie on 08 September 2010, 15:51
Did you still want the standard re-circ valve?
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Post by: bobbarley on 08 September 2010, 16:32
Did you still want the standard re-circ valve?

Ahh god completely forgot!  Yeah I'd still like it.
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Post by: the_stink on 17 September 2010, 17:27
you selling as well dude? missed that did notice osm eposts in threads of parts you were selling, what are you getting next then?
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Post by: richw911 on 18 September 2010, 10:28
you selling as well dude? missed that did notice osm eposts in threads of parts you were selling, what are you getting next then?

Dont think even he know for sure  :grin:

He says S3 or mk5 GTI  :laugh:
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Post by: Grand Master Patch on 18 September 2010, 11:11
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y127/patb303/R-Tech/DSC_3038.jpg)
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Post by: tech1889 on 18 September 2010, 12:44
you bought the black one ??
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Post by: Rhyso on 18 September 2010, 18:48
you bought the black one ??

Urm that's Bob's car in the pic.......

And it don't look like that anymore  :grin: :grin:

Haven't you sold this yet?  :tongue:
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Post by: richw911 on 18 September 2010, 18:53
you bought the black one ??

Urm that's Bob's car in the pic.......

And it don't look like that anymore  :grin: :grin:

Haven't you sold this yet?  :tongue:

Have you sold the exhaust yet?  :huh:
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Post by: bobbarley on 18 September 2010, 19:16
Nope and nope.  I can't get anybody to buy the bloody exhaust!  :cry:  And here in spectacular Manchester it's rained every day for over 2 weeks, so I haven't been able to clean it.  Therefore can't really sell it  :sad:  Need to get it gone though.
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Post by: richw911 on 18 September 2010, 20:36
What other goodies have you got that i can rob off it?  :laugh:
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Post by: northeast_gti-t on 18 September 2010, 22:00
What other goodies have you got that i can rob off it?  :laugh:
:grin: :grin: vultures  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 September 2010, 17:02
So who wants to buy it?  :evil:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 20 September 2010, 17:05
So who wants to buy it?  :evil:

More to the point what are you buying?  :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 September 2010, 17:06
Got a few ideas up in the air.  It'll be a cheap run around until I can get something decent again though.  Just need to flog the mk4 first.
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Post by: Rhyso on 20 September 2010, 20:04
Got a few ideas up in the air.  It'll be a cheap run around until I can get something decent again though.  Just need to flog the mk4 first.

Little tip - don't bump your for sale thread daily.  It makes you look desperate

Also stick it on Gumtree and Adtrader.  As I've said before you'll get zero to little interest from the forums

I paid £11 for my ad trader advert and sold the car within 3 days
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Post by: bobbarley on 21 September 2010, 22:30
Putting old alloys back on = detrimental effect to handling.  So narrow compared to the RC's!!  :sad:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 24 January 2011, 16:37
She passed her MOT, bless her!  No advisories either.  Not bad for a car knocking on for 12 years!
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Post by: richw911 on 24 January 2011, 18:44
She passed her MOT, bless her!  No advisories either.  Not bad for a car knocking on for 12 years!

:afro:
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Post by: Wayne on 24 January 2011, 21:17
She passed her MOT, bless her!  No advisories either.  Not bad for a car knocking on for 12 years!

Good result :afro:
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Post by: tech1889 on 24 January 2011, 22:07
nice one mate
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 03 March 2011, 16:54
FFS!!!!!!!!!!  :cry: :angry: :angry:

Door module has gone AGAIN!  Well another one.  Second time in two years  :sad:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 03 March 2011, 17:05
FFS!!!!!!!!!!  :cry: :angry: :angry:

Door module has gone AGAIN!  Well another one.  Second time in two years  :sad:

You not sold it yet  :shocked:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 03 March 2011, 17:56
No mate, need it to get to and from work  :undecided:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 03 March 2011, 18:40
No mate, need it to get to and from work  :undecided:

Ah  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 03 March 2011, 18:50
Front passanger door module is f00ked though, stopping the alarm activating properly, and when I get over 5mph it keeps trying to lock it again  :undecided:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Grand Master Patch on 03 March 2011, 18:58
That lad with the turbo will have a locking module
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 30 April 2011, 19:13
New wings fitted on both sides now, she's looking a lot better for herself  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 30 April 2011, 19:24
New wings fitted on both sides now, she's looking a lot better for herself  :smiley:

Pics?  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: jonnyturbo on 30 April 2011, 19:27
yep pics
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 30 April 2011, 19:36
How much did the pair of wings set you back if you dont mind me asking bud?

Who fitted them?  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 30 April 2011, 19:50
£70 for the pair, and the petrol to go about 40 miles or so, if that.  Fitted them myself today over at my mates house  :smiley:

Only downside is the driver side wing isn't flush with the bumper, it was like that before though...
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: daz veedub on 30 April 2011, 21:20
my wing doesnt sit flush with drivers door god knows y  :undecided:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 30 April 2011, 21:53
£70 for the pair, and the petrol to go about 40 miles or so, if that.  Fitted them myself today over at my mates house  :smiley:

Only downside is the driver side wing isn't flush with the bumper, it was like that before though...

Ideal bud :afro:

Easy enough job eh?  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 30 April 2011, 21:54
It was a bit of a challenge, mostly getting the old ones off!!  I've got two screws left over each side too!  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 30 April 2011, 22:03
It was a bit of a challenge, mostly getting the old ones off!!  I've got two screws left over each side too!  :grin:

 :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 30 April 2011, 22:07
It was a bit of a challenge, mostly getting the old ones off!!  I've got two screws left over each side too!  :grin:

I bet it rattles less now  :grin: :grin:

Always had screws left over when removing trim.  The one time i didn't the dash rattled like fook  :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 01 May 2011, 20:49
Bless, she's getting old!

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/40000.jpg)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: s-l-i-x on 01 May 2011, 20:52
One of the lowest milage MK4's in the country??  :tongue:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 01 May 2011, 20:54
Could be mate, it's 12 years old too!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 01 May 2011, 20:55
lol ive got 104k more  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: The Dave on 02 May 2011, 12:34
And me  :shocked:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 02 May 2011, 13:38
She could go on forever!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 02 May 2011, 13:40
She could go on forever!

Not if continue to hit weird illegal immigrants  :tongue:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 02 May 2011, 15:58
She could go on forever!

Not if continue to hit weird illegal immigrants  :tongue:

 :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: CraigDavieBeattie on 02 May 2011, 16:33
Thats a darn good millege! i thought i was not bad on 76000 haha. never mind eh haha
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 02 May 2011, 17:05
Before
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/photo-11.jpg)

After
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y114/bobbarley/golfwingnew.jpg)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 02 May 2011, 19:47
Spot on bob :afro:

Will the scuffs on the bumper polish out? Machine polish?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 02 May 2011, 19:52
A lot of the scuffs are down the primer or bare plastic.  Re-spray needed I believe.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 02 May 2011, 19:53
A lot of the scuffs are down the primer or bare plastic.  Re-spray needed I believe.

Ah well looks load better bud  :cool:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: luke-l on 06 May 2011, 15:43
nice thread man :)N loving what you have done to it.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 25 June 2011, 20:35
Very pleasing result  :smiley:

(http://img89.imageshack.us/img89/2038/img0656s.jpg)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 25 June 2011, 20:39
Amazing when you know how to fudge the figures  :tongue: :kiss: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 25 June 2011, 20:41
You mean like this?  :grin:

(http://img263.imageshack.us/img263/6466/img0657s.jpg)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Adam on 25 June 2011, 20:45
 :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 25 June 2011, 20:46
You mean like this?  :grin:

(http://img263.imageshack.us/img263/6466/img0657s.jpg)

Yep!!  :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: dom on 26 June 2011, 00:33
:grin: The easiest 20bhp you'll ever gain!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 26 June 2011, 16:06
It that the R tech map then bob?  :smiley:

* EDIT just seen your thread in the Carbon section  :cool:

Good result bud :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 26 June 2011, 17:34
Hehe, yeah still R-Tech's map, it's a good map judging from the graph, very happy with it.  Most pleased that having spent ages thinking there was something wrong with the car, it's absolutely fine!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 02 July 2011, 15:05
Well I knew my rear brakes needed replacing, but seriously...!  :shocked:

(http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/6029/jknkk.jpg)

The new shiny ones look a LOT better!!  EBC discs and pads.

(http://img155.imageshack.us/img155/2931/njknkjn.jpg)
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Rhyso on 02 July 2011, 16:07
 :shocked: :shocked: :shocked:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 02 July 2011, 16:46
They passed an MOT 4 months ago with no advisory!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 02 July 2011, 17:50

They passed an MOT 4 months ago with no advisory!

 :shocked:

Must use the brakes a lot  :laugh: :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 05 February 2012, 18:57
Just thought I'd mention that I finished paying off the loan on the Golf this month, so it's now officially 100% mine.  Done, dusted and paid for :afro:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 05 February 2012, 18:59
Just thought I'd mention that I finished paying off the loan on the Golf this month, so it's now officially 100% mine.  Done, dusted and paid for :afro:

:afro:   :cool: Bet that feels good
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 05 February 2012, 19:03
Ahh definitely mate.  Not sure how long it'll be around, but it's really satisfying knowing that it's all paid for, and a handy asset to have.  Plus, I'm £125 a month better off now  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: mcgee9t2 on 05 February 2012, 19:05
ah i remember when i finished paying my mum and dad back for mine :D good times to have spare cash
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 05 February 2012, 19:09
Ohh definitely.  With the baby to buy for, and wanting to try to get a house in the next 2 years, it's a god sent.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 05 February 2012, 19:11
Ohh definitely.  With the baby to buy for, and wanting to try to get a house in the next 2 years, it's a god sent.

Wont be doing that again in a hurry eh? I did finance on a car when I was 18 and when I finished paying for it i said i wouldn't do it again!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 05 February 2012, 19:15
I've bought a car from new before, so was getting raped sideways at the cost of £250 a month.  After selling that £125 for the Golf seemed a lot better.  Now though, don't really fancy ever having finance again.  Well, not until I can easily afford it.

Saying that...  I've seen an asbolutely brilliant R32 I want!!  :evil:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 05 February 2012, 19:57
I've bought a car from new before, so was getting raped sideways at the cost of £250 a month.  After selling that £125 for the Golf seemed a lot better.  Now though, don't really fancy ever having finance again.  Well, not until I can easily afford it.

Saying that...  I've seen an asbolutely brilliant R32 I want!!  :evil:

 :grin: I just kept a crap car while i saved for the golf.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: tokemk4gti.t on 05 February 2012, 20:27
fooook finance mugs game if i cant afford somethin i dont have it.. other than a house il never take finance again i learnt the hard expensive way lol wish id listened to the old dears at the time haha
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 05 February 2012, 21:05
I'm far from being debt free yet, just a few more years to go  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 11 February 2012, 13:55
Just picked up the new wheels.  Can't wait to buy another 2 tyres then get them all fitted and onto the car  :cool:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 11 February 2012, 15:54
Just picked up the new wheels.  Can't wait to buy another 2 tyres then get them all fitted and onto the car  :cool:

What wheels?  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 11 February 2012, 16:09
They're pimpin'!!

Lol, no.  Just 16" Montreals, but in anthracite  :smiley:

(http://i1010.photobucket.com/albums/af223/red_shed/martyn/DSCF0280.jpg)

Any idea if they need 55mm or 65mm centre caps?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 11 February 2012, 17:22
Ah i was looking at them but i want standard Monty 2's. Did you get them off here?

I think the caps are 55mm BUT check on that as im not sure  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 11 February 2012, 17:24
Yeah, picked them up earlier today, it was a good price, they really do look like new!

I think they're 55mm as well.  going to take a gamble on it  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 18 February 2012, 15:07
Wheels went on today, very  :drool:

Just need my centre caps to arrive, and two more bolt caps.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 18 February 2012, 15:16
Wheels went on today, very  :drool:

Just need my centre caps to arrive, and two more bolt caps.

Pics?  :tongue:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 18 February 2012, 15:21
Need the centre caps etc first, so they're seen at their best  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 18 February 2012, 16:00
Need the centre caps etc first, so they're seen at their best  :smiley:

Thought you may say that  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 02 March 2012, 20:29
Guys, got these on my new MOT certificate.

Quote
Nearside inner (rack end) Ball joint has slight play
Offside inner front constant velocity joint gater damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt

Top one sounds like I need a new track rod end?

What the HELL is the second one?!  :shocked:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 03 March 2012, 11:12
Anyone?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Wazzzer on 03 March 2012, 11:24
Inner CV boot split, not a massive job but get it done soonish, you don't want to replace the whole joint if you can help it  :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 03 March 2012, 12:31
lol I've absolutely no idea what that is or what it looks like, such a n00b!  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Wazzzer on 03 March 2012, 18:56
gearbox end of the driveshaft, rubber boot :wink:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: richw911 on 03 March 2012, 19:03
gearbox end of the driveshaft, rubber boot :wink:

Buy genuine ones - cheap ones are crap!
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Steve_PD on 03 March 2012, 19:57
As Rich said buy genuine I bought cheap ones once and they lasted 2 weeks. but saying that the driveshaft I bought come with both boots and cost less than 2 genuine boots and have lasted ages.

Track rod end is £13 from Eurocarparts I fitted two today, took and hour to fit and to track :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 03 March 2012, 23:45
Track rod ends are a complete pain in the ass, would definitely take it to a garage for that.  Last time I tried I couldn't get it to come off, required the use of a blow torch to heat the thing up until it glowed red to get it off.  That was on a Golf 3 years younger than mine  :shocked:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 03 March 2012, 23:46
gearbox end of the driveshaft, rubber boot :wink:

Easy to do?
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: Steve_PD on 04 March 2012, 00:04
If you can't do a track rod end then no. . . . :tongue: :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 04 March 2012, 00:26
Well they're not exactly easy to get off!  :tongue:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 14 April 2012, 14:56
Track rods and ends were replaced on Tuesday, £60 at a local garage (not ATS!) and he did a great job.  Gator is turns out is actually fine, it just need a new stap putting onto the end which he did for me.  Took her into National today for wheel alignment (50% off voucher).  So paid £15 to get the alignment sorted, which was apparently veeeery out  :grin:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 February 2013, 15:35
Just headed over to Eurocarparts to pick up parts for my yearly service.  They're doing a free oil filter and 25% off.

Picked up the oil filter, fuel filter, pollen filter and 5l of oil for £26!!  :shocked:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: dom on 23 February 2013, 17:45
Bargain! :cool:

Why isn't this in Dub Rides though? :whistle:
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 23 February 2013, 22:10
Mate if you saw the condition of the paint.  Plus the bumper isn't exactly fixed on correctly since my accident, fair bit of paint missing as well.
Title: Re: My lil Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 06 April 2013, 08:35
Just bagged a £21 aircon re-gas and disinfection, sweet!
Title: Re: My lil mk4 Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 20 April 2013, 20:03
Well she finally rolled over 50,000 miles this month. Getting on a bit now!!
Title: Re: My lil mk4 Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 09 June 2013, 19:36
Got the air con done this week, all went well, lovely and icy cold  :cool:  Just ordered a set of blinds for the rear windows and boot, 20% off at the moment, bargain!

Took her toVolkfest and back this weekend.  Didn't miss a beat, and 37mpg as well!

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/8497_10152918306760195_1367504012_n.jpg)
Title: Re: My lil mk4 Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 13 February 2014, 20:48
MOT was today, failed on two things. Fog light bulb was gone, and NSF track rod ended needed replacing. If that's all that's wrong with a 14 year old Golf I can't complain too much! They sorted it all within a few hours and passed it the same day.

In other news, she's up to 57k on the clock now!  :shocked:
Title: Re: My lil mk4 Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 16 August 2014, 09:13
59k on the clock now.  She's now sporting US spec read lights again now thanks to Dom!  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil mk4 Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 26 February 2015, 00:13
Well the sad news is that my lovely Golf will be going this weekend.  On the up side she's going to someone on the forum who is going to spent time doing her up and hopefully get her back to her former glory.

So to recap.  I owned the car for 7 years, and in that time only managed to cover 39k lol.  I replaced wheels/tyres many times, but I only actually managed to wear one ONE tyre, yes just one.

I'm really going to miss the car, but that's life I suppose!
Title: Re: My lil mk4 Golf GTI thread...
Post by: nickvw on 27 February 2015, 09:08
Looking forward to picking this up  :smiley:
Title: Re: My lil mk4 Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 01 March 2015, 13:30
Was a pleasure to meet you Nick, the Golf is going to a good owner!
Title: Re: My lil mk4 Golf GTI thread...
Post by: nickvw on 01 March 2015, 16:40
And you mate car is home now drove sweet apart from the clutch slip obviously but is a really nice car :-)
Title: Re: My lil mk4 Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 01 March 2015, 17:04
You wouldn't think it was 15 years old!
Title: Re: My lil mk4 Golf GTI thread...
Post by: bobbarley on 07 March 2015, 09:06
Helpful :)

http://uk-mkivs.net/topic/7891-heated-seat-element-replacement-with-pics/
Title: Re: My lil mk4 Golf GTI thread...
Post by: ajaymitchell on 13 March 2015, 23:00
Lovely car - good job!