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Title: MK1 GX project - Up for sale
Post by: shepgti on 31 January 2010, 17:36
well i couldnt stand just owning a rover  :sick:  so a new dub project had to be bought in the shape of my 21st b'day present  :cool:

so here it is:

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMAG0015.jpg)



(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMAG0018.jpg)



(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMAG0016.jpg)



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Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: Jay on 31 January 2010, 17:40
Nice one shep, have fun with it :afro:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: dan_apps on 31 January 2010, 17:41
whats the plans then Shep?
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: JC on 31 January 2010, 17:41
good luck, rover 16v lump transplant :afro:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: Horney on 31 January 2010, 17:41
Looks pretty straight and a good base for a project.

Nick
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: Andy-H on 31 January 2010, 17:42
I have only just finished reading the for sale thread for this and up it pops in the dub rides section  :grin:

Looks a great project, good luck with it  :smiley:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 31 January 2010, 17:43
good luck, rover 16v lump transplant :afro:

haha i have all the gear but no idea  :grin: :grin:


whats the plans then Shep?

not too sure on any real plans yet other than getting the shell solid and poss sending the engine off to be reconditioned.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 31 January 2010, 17:43
I have only just finished reading the for sale thread for this and up it pops in the dub rides section  :grin:

Looks a great project, good luck with it  :smiley:

 :grin: :grin:  cant hang about with these things
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: Toby on 31 January 2010, 17:54
nice one on getting it... i was intrested.. but over a 2 hour drive.. and 5 door put me off :D cant wait to see what you can come up with :d
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: Jay on 31 January 2010, 17:57
more doors = more whores  :grin:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 31 January 2010, 18:08
nice one on getting it... i was intrested.. but over a 2 hour drive.. and 5 door put me off :D cant wait to see what you can come up with :d

was only an 8 hour return trip for me  :rolleyes:




more doors = more whores  :grin:


you know it :wink: :grin:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: Jay on 31 January 2010, 18:15
Get a sticker made  :wink:

http://www.decalkits.com/customdecal.php

Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: VR6-Joe on 31 January 2010, 23:50
Can't wait to see what you do with her mate. I know you'll look after her that's the main thing.

How was the journey home? Any problems? :smiley:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 31 January 2010, 23:53
Can't wait to see what you do with her mate. I know you'll look after her that's the main thing.

How was the journey home? Any problems? :smiley:

she will be loved  :wink:

journey back was fine, mind you i slept most of the way  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: VR6-Joe on 31 January 2010, 23:56
I don't blame you mate. Was up at 9am waiting for you, and just got back from Great Yarmouth so I'm now shattered :grin:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: Wayne on 01 February 2010, 00:09
Good luck with the project
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: luke on 01 February 2010, 16:24
Can't wait to see what you do with her mate. I know you'll look after her that's the main thing.

How was the journey home? Any problems? :smiley:
i thought i noticed this, be sad for you, miss it yet?  :huh:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: VR6-Joe on 01 February 2010, 16:32
Can't wait to see what you do with her mate. I know you'll look after her that's the main thing.

How was the journey home? Any problems? :smiley:
i thought i noticed this, be sad for you, miss it yet?  :huh:

Seeing her go off down the road on the back of a trailer wasn't too bad really, I've abandoned her since passing my test so I've not really been that attatched to her lately, and  I'm glad she's finally going to get the TLC she deserves. I remember getting rid of my first Mk3, I nearly cried haha.
Seeing the picture of her on somebody elses driveway seems weird though, I've owned her nearly 4 years and never thought I'd get rid of her :sad:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: Mikester on 01 February 2010, 17:47
I was looking at this before you bought it.

Was guna weld it up and stick something dirty and loud in it.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: VR6-Joe on 01 February 2010, 18:01
I was looking at this before you bought it.

Was guna weld it up and stick something dirty and loud in it.

Your missus? :grin:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: VeeDubGTI16v on 01 February 2010, 18:04
boom!
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 01 February 2010, 23:51
I was looking at this before you bought it.

Was guna weld it up and stick something dirty and loud in it.

would it ever get started/ finished though?  :lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed: :grin:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: VR6-Joe on 01 February 2010, 23:53
I was looking at this before you bought it.

Was guna weld it up and stick something dirty and loud in it.

would it ever get started/ finished though?  :lipsrsealed: :lipsrsealed: :grin:

 :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: VR6-Joe on 02 February 2010, 19:49
Going through my photobucket..

(http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa29/GCL731Y/Mk1%20And%20Mk2/S70000091.jpg)

Miss it :sad:


Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: luke on 02 February 2010, 20:22
Can't wait to see what you do with her mate. I know you'll look after her that's the main thing.

How was the journey home? Any problems? :smiley:
i thought i noticed this, be sad for you, miss it yet?  :huh:

Seeing her go off down the road on the back of a trailer wasn't too bad really, I've abandoned her since passing my test so I've not really been that attatched to her lately, and  I'm glad she's finally going to get the TLC she deserves. I remember getting rid of my first Mk3, I nearly cried haha.
Seeing the picture of her on somebody elses driveway seems weird though, I've owned her nearly 4 years and never thought I'd get rid of her :sad:
not as bad as seeing the car you sold a week ago on the back of a flatbed, knocks and scrapes everywhere down to the scrapheap cos the twit drove it without tax, mot and insurance mk3 astra, first car at i think 13  :grin:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 02 February 2010, 20:50
cheers for that joe, think i prefer the 4 lamp grill  :undecided: still undecided what wheels im going to go for.

hopefully i can start stripping the interior on thursday and see what lies beneath! :evil:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: VR6-Joe on 02 February 2010, 20:53
Hopefully nothing too serious!!
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: Mikester on 03 February 2010, 17:18
Hopefully nothing too serious!!

Do tell us more. lol.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: VR6-Joe on 03 February 2010, 17:53
Hopefully nothing too serious!!

Do tell us more. lol.

There's nothing more to it?!

Before buying the car he wanted to know if the floorpan was rotten or whether it was just the sills. The car was too low for me to have a look underneath it so I couldn't answer his question, although whilst putting it onto the trailer it grounded out so I had to go underneath the car whilst it was on the ramps and push it up from underneath and it appeared to be fairly solid!!
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 03 February 2010, 18:25
well today i started a little bit of stripping, no real shocks lurking so far although there is some water in the rear o/s footwell which i will investigate further when i get the carpet off!


(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0519.jpg)


(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0517.jpg)


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(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0508.jpg)

rust free front arches which is nice  :smiley:

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0515.jpg)


(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0506.jpg)


the evil rusty rear arches and sills;

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0514.jpg)


(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0509.jpg)


rear tow hook

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0527.jpg)


folding seats without a realse leaver in a 5dr  :grin:

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0496.jpg)


(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0499.jpg)


(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0528.jpg)


(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0530.jpg)
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: mumbles on 03 February 2010, 19:45
looks sweet! good project!  :cool:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: VR6-Joe on 03 February 2010, 19:57
Progress already, good to see :smiley:

I thought I cured that damn water leak though grrrr.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 03 February 2010, 20:00
Progress already, good to see :smiley:

I thought I cured that damn water leak though grrrr.

where you think its coming from joe? id guess it was a roofing issue as it hasnt moved to pick water up from below  :undecided:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: VR6-Joe on 03 February 2010, 20:03
I thought it was the tailgate seal so I got a new one from the scrappy.. only other thing I can think of is the aerial which I fitted myself :embarassed:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: Jay on 03 February 2010, 22:35
and to think I scrapped a car with less arch and sill rust than that  :shocked:  :embarassed:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 03 February 2010, 22:43
and to think I scrapped a car with less arch and sill rust than that  :shocked:  :embarassed:


haha ya big girl! :evil:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 04 February 2010, 15:42
got a little more done today, have also orderd a few engine service parts to see if i can get it running.


started by taking out the rest of the interior and checked the footwells for rust which there was none.

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0537.jpg)


(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0532.jpg)


(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0538.jpg)



(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0540.jpg)


sump is very low  :laugh:
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0543.jpg)


the huge carb  :grin:

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0545.jpg)


(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0546.jpg)
also note in this ^^ pic the strut is pointing towards the engine and theres a bolt missing/snapped. (this your handy work joe? :grin: :lipsrsealed:)



im thinking of upgrading the carb at some point in its life, anyone reccomend one that will suit and doesnt cost a fortune? as i no nothing about carbs


Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: VR6-Joe on 04 February 2010, 17:18
Not a bolt missing, it snapped off (they're attatched to the top mount). I have a spare one here but never got round to fitting it :embarassed:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 04 February 2010, 17:27
Not a bolt missing, it snapped off (they're attatched to the top mount). I have a spare one here but never got round to fitting it :embarassed:

thought it may have snapped off
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: Mikester on 04 February 2010, 17:46
Nice work so far :)
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: Wayne on 05 February 2010, 09:03
Reference the carb, go for a weber conversion.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 05 February 2010, 11:30
Reference the carb, go for a weber conversion.

what sort of weber? where from? as i say i know nothing about them other than some sexy twin weber 40's cost a fortune!!
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: christomk3gti on 05 February 2010, 12:07
lol but sound and work bluddy good tho, mate had some on his Fiesta Xr2. it was rapid lol...

anyway... looks alright, not too keen on the colour tho but the pic that joe put up looked really nice with them wheels on it. Goes to show any colour can look nice with a good set of rims :afro:

ohh and that sump is low haha. but saying that joe would have had it lower haha.

Good luck. look 4ward to seeing it lookin sweet.

Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 05 February 2010, 12:11
it will be getting a full respray at some point so who knows what colour it may end up..

as for wheels i will probly get some ra's so if anyone has any tatty ones lying about give me a shout  :wink:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: christomk3gti on 05 February 2010, 12:15
Sounds good.

Wish i had your enthusiasm. I still want to do soooo bluddy much to my mk3 gti but the lady is putting me under the thumb each day.  :grin:  :grin: Sometimes i wish i was single. I'd have done sooo much to it if i was..... all the women want is a house... blah blah lol
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 05 February 2010, 12:18
Sounds good.

Wish i had your enthusiasm. I still want to do soooo bluddy much to my mk3 gti but the lady is putting me under the thumb each day.  :grin:  :grin: Sometimes i wish i was single. I'd have done sooo much to it if i was..... all the women want is a house... blah blah lol



think the enthusiasm comes from owning the car tbh, i would never go to these lengths on a mk3 as it would just be money down the drain.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 05 February 2010, 14:55
Just changed the rocker cover gasket

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0547.jpg)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/IMGP0550.jpg)

was hoping to get it to fire up but couldnt get any life from the battery  :undecided: not sure if its the battery(i had it on trickle charge over night) or something more sinister

also found out therad is leaking like a seive so will need a new one. found this but surley it cant be right  :shocked: a radiator for £2.96?? http://www.eurocarparts.com/ecp/c/Volkswagen_Golf_1.5_1983/p/Car-Parts/Cooling-and-Heating/Cooling/Radiators/?200440030&1&65a81854352485332acc1821cc76f9c2335662f6&RADD
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: Wayne on 05 February 2010, 15:25
Reference the carb, go for a weber conversion.

what sort of weber? where from? as i say i know nothing about them other than some sexy twin weber 40's cost a fortune!!

http://www.webcon.co.uk/

http://www.webcon.co.uk/Downloads/2008%20Webcon%20replacement%20carburettor%20kits.pdf

Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: VR6-Joe on 05 February 2010, 15:43
I'm shocked that the rad needs replacing, it was the first thing I replaced when I got the car! And the alternator, and the downpipe!
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 05 February 2010, 15:59
I'm shocked that the rad needs replacing, it was the first thing I replaced when I got the car! And the alternator, and the downpipe!

its proper nakerd, remember where you got it from and the cost? :undecided:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: JC on 05 February 2010, 16:44
hey shep, why stop at one

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1982-VOLKSWAGEN-GOLF-mk1-GL-GREEN_W0QQitemZ280458667410QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAutomobiles_UK?hash=item414ca3a592#ht_850wt_1165

 :grin:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 05 February 2010, 16:56
hey shep, why stop at one

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1982-VOLKSWAGEN-GOLF-mk1-GL-GREEN_W0QQitemZ280458667410QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAutomobiles_UK?hash=item414ca3a592#ht_850wt_1165

 :grin:

could make a good donor  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: Sam on 08 February 2010, 13:03
more doors = more whores  :grin:

Only fat whores need the extra doors!
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 08 February 2010, 14:12
more doors = more whores  :grin:

Only fat whores need the extra doors!

more cushion for the pushin'  :wink:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 11 February 2010, 23:29
well been thinking what to get started with next,

one idea is to get a loan of around 3k and have the shell welded/sprayed inside and out so its mint (thinking of a colour similar to this http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3187/2700463819_d8aaceb1d4.jpg)

then have the engine sorted, skimmed, flowed etc..


thoughts? :undecided:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: Matty-MK3 on 11 February 2010, 23:30
:cool:

Or yellow. :grin:


Off topic a little, but is your Rover no more?
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 11 February 2010, 23:32
:cool:

Or yellow. :grin:


Off topic a little, but is your Rover no more?

still sat on my drive with a dent in but im driving a 1.4 one that my bro gave me at the moment  :embarassed:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: Wayne on 11 February 2010, 23:34
well been thinking what to get started with next,

one idea is to get a loan of around 3k and have the shell welded/sprayed inside and out so its mint (thinking of a colour similar to this http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3187/2700463819_d8aaceb1d4.jpg)

then have the engine sorted, skimmed, flowed etc..


thoughts? :undecided:

Great idea but  :undecided: seems a lot of money to spend on a non GTI mk1.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: Matty-MK3 on 11 February 2010, 23:35
Nice. :grin:

Is it getting written off?
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 11 February 2010, 23:37
Nice. :grin:

Is it getting written off?

yup scrap man will be having it once i get the v5 back after removing my private plate, complete with brand new alternator and rad which cost me 250 quid the day before i was crashed into.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: Jay on 12 February 2010, 13:30
Remove the engine from the rover  :wink:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 12 February 2010, 15:15
Remove the engine from the rover  :wink:

i havnt got the knowledge or inclination to do so! id happily let someone come and remove the engine and take it as i feel bad wasting a low milage 2.0 16v engine  :sad:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: Jay on 12 February 2010, 15:38
I'll be rover in a bit  :evil:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 24 February 2010, 14:13
small update:


Now have £3000 to play with but will be buying a cheap runabout out of this aswell so i can get rid of the dam rover im driving atm


watch this space! :evil:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: FOREST GREEN on 24 February 2010, 14:50
You have the nerve to have ago at me about my car, and you've been driving a Rover?? :undecided:
Shame on you :laugh:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: mowlamb on 24 February 2010, 15:11
well been thinking what to get started with next,

one idea is to get a loan of around 3k and have the shell welded/sprayed inside and out so its mint (thinking of a colour similar to this http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3187/2700463819_d8aaceb1d4.jpg)

then have the engine sorted, skimmed, flowed etc..


thoughts? :undecided:

Love that colour!
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: DubFan on 24 February 2010, 15:17
So after sorting the body on this car and getting a runabout, what else are you gonna do with the £3k?
Get an ABF fitted in the Mk1 ? That would suprise a few people at the lights.
You probably wouldn't want a much bigger engine in the front of a Mk1, too heavy.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 24 February 2010, 15:22
So after sorting the body on this car and getting a runabout, what else are you gonna do with the £3k?
Get an ABF fitted in the Mk1 ? That would suprise a few people at the lights.
You probably wouldn't want a much bigger engine in the front of a Mk1, too heavy.

i think for this year i will stick to the original 1.5 carb engine and have it all done to a pretty good show standard
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 24 February 2010, 15:23
You have the nerve to have ago at me about my car, and you've been driving a Rover?? :undecided:
Shame on you :laugh:

but i didnt stick GB badges all over it though did I  :wink:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: LazyLunatic on 24 February 2010, 15:41
1.8 20v or 2.0 16v running ITB's, some smoothing here and there, a decent respray and a phat set of rims :evil:

even if you keep the 1.5 carb and mint it, its going be :cool:

cant wait to see progress either way! :D
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 24 February 2010, 15:45
1.8 20v or 2.0 16v running ITB's, some smoothing here and there, a decent respray and a phat set of rims :evil:

even if you keep the 1.5 carb and mint it, its going be :cool:

cant wait to see progress either way! :D

yeah im thinking first year get it mint all round then next year an engine swap probly to an abf running itbs  :undecided:


also have my eye on a cheap mk2 gti as daily  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: LazyLunatic on 24 February 2010, 16:13
nice mk2 gti daily. my mate is selling one down here. doesn't want a lot for it.

ABF running ITB's in this mk1 would be uber :cool:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: LazyLunatic on 24 February 2010, 16:16
There is a clubgti.com porn thread full of ITB's :drool:

20v with ITB's by INA engineering.
(http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p92/yves20v/Photo035.jpg)

Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: FOREST GREEN on 24 February 2010, 17:02
I don't have an
You have the nerve to have ago at me about my car, and you've been driving a Rover?? :undecided:
Shame on you :laugh:

but i didnt stick GB badges all over it though did I  :wink:
y GB badges on mine!! are you sure you got the right car?? Back to topic, I think that doing the 1.5 engine up to show standard will be sweet
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 01 March 2010, 14:48
after advice on what level of prep work to do before sending it off to be welded and resprayed. should i go all out and strip out the windows/dash/ engine(which i could remove but not fit back in!)
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: Wayne on 01 March 2010, 15:03
The more you remove the cheaper the bill should be due to less labour.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: JC on 26 April 2010, 20:20
come on then Shep - whats happening with the Goof now you have a Chorsa  :laugh:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: SoundillusioN on 26 April 2010, 20:37
come on then Shep - whats happening with the Goof now you have a Chorsa  :laugh:
Ha!!! A man whos joined the cause, helping resurrect the mk1!!!!  :smiley:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 27 April 2010, 21:10
come on then Shep - whats happening with the Goof now you have a Chorsa  :laugh:

all donations welcome chuff! :grin: got my eyes on some shiney new bits for the vxr but i need to order these repair panels and a battery to see if i can get her running! not giving up yet!!! :rolleyes:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: JC on 27 April 2010, 21:14
 :grin: oh well, let me know when you have  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: SoundillusioN on 27 April 2010, 22:03
come on then Shep - whats happening with the Goof now you have a Chorsa  :laugh:

all donations welcome chuff! :grin: got my eyes on some shiney new bits for the vxr but i need to order these repair panels and a battery to see if i can get her running! not giving up yet!!! :rolleyes:
the vxr looks shiney enough to me.... spend the shiney on the mk1!  :grin:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 24 September 2010, 16:36
Purchased a 150 amp mig welder today with all the kit needed! Watch this space!  :undecided:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: SoundillusioN on 24 September 2010, 18:10
Purchased a 150 amp mig welder today with all the kit needed! Watch this space!  :undecided:
time to blow some holes in her!  :grin:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 24 September 2010, 23:42
Purchased a 150 amp mig welder today with all the kit needed! Watch this space!  :undecided:
time to blow some holes in her!  :grin:

haha there will be lots of practice first!!
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 25 September 2010, 13:58
good service on the delivery on the welder! orderd 10 am fri and it turns up 2pm sat! awsome :evil:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: SoundillusioN on 26 September 2010, 01:43
good service on the delivery on the welder! orderd 10 am fri and it turns up 2pm sat! awsome :evil:
i nearly bought one today... what did you get?
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 26 September 2010, 09:21
good service on the delivery on the welder! orderd 10 am fri and it turns up 2pm sat! awsome :evil:
i nearly bought one today... what did you get?

went for this in the end as it comes with kit for gassless and gas welding http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Wolf-Mig-140-Gas-No-Gas-Mig-welder-kit-/250700175874?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3a5ee51a02
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 29 September 2010, 15:03
few pics of my first ever attempt at welding! :evil:

spent a couple of hours trying diffent techniques, amps, wire speed ect.

*note top left bead was the last i did  and i think it came out alright!

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/DSC_0003.jpg)

shot of the weld penertration

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/DSC_0014.jpg)
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: SoundillusioN on 29 September 2010, 15:40
you're not fooking touching my car!  :laugh:

Kidding, good going really, keep at it and you'll be a pro by the end of the month and your car will be done!
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 29 September 2010, 16:55
haha im just happy i got the dam thing to work! :grin:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: Sam on 29 September 2010, 17:21
Getting there mate, one thing to remember is never ever be scared of the welder or it will bite you. Just go into a weld with confidence and it will go alot better  :smiley:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 29 September 2010, 17:30
1 thing i did learn today is how easy it is to distort the metal!
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: SoundillusioN on 29 September 2010, 20:01
1 thing i did learn today is how easy it is to distort the metal!
yeah but it looks like you'll get the hang of it.. I want one now!
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 29 September 2010, 20:11
1 thing i did learn today is how easy it is to distort the metal!
yeah but it looks like you'll get the hang of it.. I want one now!

get one then! Can't find fault with the one I bought tbh. Sure people in the know will be all 'oh you get what you pay for' but for light diy car body repairs I don't see what else I would need  :undecided:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: SoundillusioN on 30 September 2010, 18:23
get one then! Can't find fault with the one I bought tbh. Sure people in the know will be all 'oh you get what you pay for' but for light diy car body repairs I don't see what else I would need  :undecided:
  I will eventually, just not got spare cash for stuff that like that at the mo.  :sad:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 01 October 2010, 16:28
am i right in thinking that a sunroof from a mk2 will fit my mk1? :undecided:

also need to make my mind up on what route to take for the car, full resto, fully custom, just light mods :undecided:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: SoundillusioN on 01 October 2010, 17:42
am i right in thinking that a sunroof from a mk2 will fit my mk1? :undecided:

also need to make my mind up on what route to take for the car, full resto, fully custom, just light mods :undecided:
Yes mate, a factory fitted MK1 sunroof is the same as a MK2.

only you can decide what you want to do.... heres a few things to consider, do you intend to keep the colour? Do you intent to keep the engine?... its a 5 door so only light mods would work IMO.   If it were me it would be old skool look all the way with it.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 02 October 2010, 00:17
am i right in thinking that a sunroof from a mk2 will fit my mk1? :undecided:

also need to make my mind up on what route to take for the car, full resto, fully custom, just light mods :undecided:
Yes mate, a factory fitted MK1 sunroof is the same as a MK2.

only you can decide what you want to do.... heres a few things to consider, do you intend to keep the colour? Do you intent to keep the engine?... its a 5 door so only light mods would work IMO.   If it were me it would be old skool look all the way with it.

sweet, that widens my search for a sunroof!   think am going to keep it pretty original inc the engine(maybe just a weber carb) as for colour i will have to see how funds go but if i were to have it resprayed it wqould be either the same colour or a vw golden brown colour.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: raferackstraw on 02 October 2010, 00:44
am i right in thinking that a sunroof from a mk2 will fit my mk1? :undecided:

also need to make my mind up on what route to take for the car, full resto, fully custom, just light mods :undecided:
hi mate good on yer
please dont go the fully custom/show look.
personally imho a car is to be driven not trailered around everywhere. go for a good resto and good non showy mods that make it go/stop n handle better, you'll be much happier with a car you can enjoy  :wink:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 02 October 2010, 01:19
am i right in thinking that a sunroof from a mk2 will fit my mk1? :undecided:

also need to make my mind up on what route to take for the car, full resto, fully custom, just light mods :undecided:
hi mate good on yer
please dont go the fully custom/show look.
personally imho a car is to be driven not trailered around everywhere. go for a good resto and good non showy mods that make it go/stop n handle better, you'll be much happier with a car you can enjoy  :wink:

yeah it will never be tarty looking, getting it solid and the engine running is my first prioty anyway!  :laugh:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 03 November 2010, 11:54
well as soundillusion is putting me to shame :embarassed: i thought i'd at least change the wheels :smug:

(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1149/5142748936_8370691dae_z.jpg)



wheel storage in action

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4129/5142147367_270bbd0653_z.jpg)
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: lewis1641 on 03 November 2010, 14:29
just read through this. i have a beetle in my back yard that is full of wheels!

keep up the work
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: SoundillusioN on 03 November 2010, 14:36
I like those wheels, very shiny.   :cool: fook me, how many other wheels have you got!.... inside of mine doesn't look much beter to be fair though!  :lipsrsealed:

Do you cover this car???... i'm concerned about your sunroof mate if you dont.. water will just go in that skin and start making its way to more vulnerable places!

Shaun
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 03 November 2010, 15:02
I like those wheels, very shiny.   :cool: fook me, how many other wheels have you got!.... inside of mine doesn't look much beter to be fair though!  :lipsrsealed:

Do you cover this car???... i'm concerned about your sunroof mate if you dont.. water will just go in that skin and start making its way to more vulnerable places!

Shaun

shes coverd shaun dont panic  :wink: am keeping an eye out for a mk2 sunroof though  :smiley:

i really want to make a start on chopping out the rot but cant really start until i get the repair panels to mesure up wheres the best place to make the cuts
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: tsr_adi on 03 November 2010, 15:25
just read through this. i have a beetle in my back yard that is full of wheels!

keep up the work

said beetle; is it a rotter or a project? sorry for the threadjack
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: SoundillusioN on 03 November 2010, 15:56
I like those wheels, very shiny.   :cool: fook me, how many other wheels have you got!.... inside of mine doesn't look much beter to be fair though!  :lipsrsealed:

Do you cover this car???... i'm concerned about your sunroof mate if you dont.. water will just go in that skin and start making its way to more vulnerable places!

Shaun

shes coverd shaun dont panic  :wink: am keeping an eye out for a mk2 sunroof though  :smiley:

i really want to make a start on chopping out the rot but cant really start until i get the repair panels to mesure up wheres the best place to make the cuts

Phew thats OK then..... .. sounds sensible, Have you ordered any yet?
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 03 November 2010, 15:59
um not yet, may order some next week depending on what bills ive got this week. think ill start of with one side and get a sill repair and innner rear arch maybe an out aswell :evil:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: SoundillusioN on 03 November 2010, 16:16
um not yet, may order some next week depending on what bills ive got this week. think ill start of with one side and get a sill repair and innner rear arch maybe an out aswell :evil:
  Can't wait!  :smiley:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: lemski on 03 November 2010, 16:31
Reapair kist. How they save so many vws. Good car though. Look forward to the rest of the thread
Title: Re: MK1 GX project (pic heavy)
Post by: shepgti on 28 January 2011, 23:57
After selling a set of wheels tonight ive finally orderd my first REPAIR PANEL! ive orderd the RHS sill for the moment so we'll see how things go! :evil:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: travisreeve on 29 January 2011, 01:22
 :cool: updates shall be soon then :D
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 30 January 2011, 18:18
anyone know if i need to disconnect anything engine wiring wise before i weld the shell as i heard i need to disconnect the starter or the earth or something? to protect the wiring system. :smiley:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: Wayne on 30 January 2011, 18:54
anyone know if i need to disconnect anything engine wiring wise before i weld the shell as i heard i need to disconnect the starter or the earth or something? to protect the wiring system. :smiley:

Disconnect and remove the battery and you will be fine.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 30 January 2011, 23:28
opinions wanted guys.

should i do a proper job and remove the engine whilst making the shell solid?


now obvious answers is 'of course you idiot' however there are key factors affect this decision!

A. if i remove the engine im pretty sure i wont have the knowledge to refit it.

B. if i do remove the engine i will probly end up wanting to fit a vr6 in it.

bare in mind this is a driveway project with no undercover work space.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: Wayne on 30 January 2011, 23:52
opinions wanted guys.

should i do a proper job and remove the engine whilst making the shell solid?


now obvious answers is 'of course you idiot' however there are key factors affect this decision!

A. if i remove the engine im pretty sure i wont have the knowledge to refit it.

B. if i do remove the engine i will probly end up wanting to fit a vr6 in it.

bare in mind this is a driveway project with no undercover work space.

Unless your needing work on the inner arches / bulkhead or chassis legs then leave it in.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: SoundillusioN on 31 January 2011, 06:03
opinions wanted guys.

should i do a proper job and remove the engine whilst making the shell solid?


now obvious answers is 'of course you idiot' however there are key factors affect this decision!

A. if i remove the engine im pretty sure i wont have the knowledge to refit it.

B. if i do remove the engine i will probly end up wanting to fit a vr6 in it.

bare in mind this is a driveway project with no undercover work space.

Unless your needing work on the inner arches / bulkhead or chassis legs then leave it in.

I'm guessing the bay is rot free as they are pretty solid there, if thats the case.. leave it in for now... sounds like pointless hassle to me for where you are at right now.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 31 January 2011, 09:36
Yes the whole front end is rot free. The reason I considererd removing the engine is to tip it on it's side to weld the bottom but I think that's just too much work so I'll just find some other way if welding underneath it.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: SoundillusioN on 31 January 2011, 09:48
Yes the whole front end is rot free. The reason I considererd removing the engine is to tip it on it's side to weld the bottom but I think that's just too much work so I'll just find some other way if welding underneath it.
  Get yourself some ramps, mine have too much angle for the car to get on them with the kit fitted so will be looking at getting some of these:
(http://i8.ebayimg.com/07/i/000/c4/73/25c2_1.JPG)

Although I would really like a set of these!  :cool:

(http://www.levo-artis.com/resources/_wsb_484x371_A+TVR+Griffith+Large+Web+view.jpg)
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 31 January 2011, 16:42
is it safe to use ramps on the same side by jacking it onto them?
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: Bellend on 31 January 2011, 22:28
Apparently not.

But everyone does it all the time.  :grin:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: SoundillusioN on 01 February 2011, 00:51
Apparently not.

But everyone does it all the time.  :grin:

Yeah to be honest I think 80% of my lifts are rule book defiant but I don't take silly risks and my drive is a little steep in places.  My rule is if there is any doubt, just make sure the car has something to fall on, spare wheels etc.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 01 February 2011, 13:25
im sure it'll be fine :rolleyes: :grin:

should be getting hold of another grinder so i can have one set up for metal prep and one for cutting. got a week off after this sat so hopefully the reapir panel turns up this week and i can make a start on sunday! :evil:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 01 February 2011, 13:26
also anyone reading this im after after a mk1 or mk2 sunroof (not glass) give me a pm if you have one :wink:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: SoundillusioN on 01 February 2011, 13:28
also anyone reading this im after after a mk1 or mk2 sunroof (not glass) give me a pm if you have one :wink:

I've got one!.. on the roof of my car though so you can't have it, will have a look about for you though... Really glad this is finally going to kick off!  :smiley:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 06 February 2011, 18:32
managed to do a little work on the car today  (although rain stopped play! :angry:) got the wing and door off. offerd up the repair sill i got from crazy quiffs and it looks pretty good.(i ordered only the rhs sill but i got 2 sills, one is correct but i have no idea what the other one is?!? it says 4dr on it but def wouldnt fit! :laugh:)

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/100_0874.jpg)


(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/100_0875.jpg)




have now got the rhs up on wheel ramps so i can get underneath with the grinder  :smiley:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: JC on 06 February 2011, 18:34
good to see some progress being made  :cool:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 06 February 2011, 18:36
yea long overdue chuff!

anyone know whats the best tool to undo the allen head bolts on the rear door as a normal allen key doesnt do the job. its 6mm iirc.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: SoundillusioN on 06 February 2011, 23:18
Hooray!!!

(http://www.funnydogsite.com/pictures/Hooray_For_Play_Time.jpg)

Don't stop now, treat it like you're eating a never ending tube of Pringles.  :cool:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 07 February 2011, 00:50
yea more tomoz(well later today :grin:) maybe even start on striping the engine out too :shocked:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: SoundillusioN on 07 February 2011, 10:18
yea more tomoz(well later today :grin:) maybe even start on striping the engine out too :shocked:

I'd say leave the engine alone for now. 
Title: Re: MK1 GX project
Post by: shepgti on 11 February 2011, 16:05
big holes now  :rolleyes:

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/100_0878.jpg)



possible previous repair? :undecided:

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/100_0880.jpg)


just gotta keep going until all the rot is chopped out then i can finally get round to remaking the inside and weld the new sill on the outside. fun times :laugh:


also i love CQ as i paid for one repair sill and they sent me both sides :cool: happy days
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: SoundillusioN on 11 February 2011, 17:44
Woh... that's pretty bad!.... hows area round the axle mount looking

PS, don't think that's a sign of a previous repair BTW.  its on the inside.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: shepgti on 11 February 2011, 17:53
yeah it seems to be a plate at the end of the chassis mount section that has rotted through.  tbh i reakon i will need chassis mount repair parts from crazy quiffs aswell :embarassed:

tommorow im hoping to chop out the inner section and plate it all up then maybe get the outer sill in place.

ive been given advice by one of my dads mates who welds cars on a regular basis so can always pester him when i hit a brick wall
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: SoundillusioN on 11 February 2011, 18:10
Nice one..

I know you were lucky with your last CQ puchase but always shop around as there prices can be pretty damn steep!
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: shepgti on 12 February 2011, 17:48
well after a long day working on the car 1 sill is on  :smiley: just need to work on sorting the inner rear arch then thats 1 side finished.

no pics im afraid as camera was playing up.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: Toby on 12 February 2011, 17:54
well after a long day working on the car 1 sill is on  :smiley: just need to work on sorting the inner rear arch then thats 1 side finished.

no pics im afraid as camera was playing up.
no pics no proof...

obviously a heavy night on the lash lol  :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: shepgti on 12 February 2011, 20:02
haha i will get pics at some point
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: shepgti on 16 February 2011, 14:17
couple of pics

spot welded into place for the moment

(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/100_0882.jpg)


fabricated new inner sill section, just need to chop out the inner arch rot next :smiley:
its had a previous repair on the drivers inner rear arch(just out of shot) which need sorting


(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u261/shep306/100_0884.jpg)


Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: Wayne on 16 February 2011, 14:23
Looks like your making excellent progress  :smiley:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: dom on 16 February 2011, 21:20
Looks like your making excellent progress  :smiley:

+1 good to see great progress :cool:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: shepgti on 16 February 2011, 21:23
once ive tackled the inner rear arch i'll be alot happier
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: SoundillusioN on 16 February 2011, 22:38
once ive tackled the inner rear arch i'll be alot happier

It's great you're tackling it... more mk1's resurrecting for a model section that needs them! Keep at it dude.  :smiley:

PS, happy that its been getting busier down there recently.  :cool:
 
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: shepgti on 16 February 2011, 22:40
yea its nice to see a bit of a revival. :smiley:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: SoundillusioN on 16 February 2011, 22:47
yea its nice to see a bit of a revival. :smiley:

I might have to pop over one day in mine all being well, you're probably only an hour and a bit away from me.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: shepgti on 16 February 2011, 22:49
yea its nice to see a bit of a revival. :smiley:

I might have to pop over one day in mine all being well, you're probably only an hour and a bit away from me.

yeah could be a nice run for the old girl, i reakon if i crack on and work on the car on my days off i may have it on the road by mid summer :undecided:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: SoundillusioN on 16 February 2011, 22:53
yea its nice to see a bit of a revival. :smiley:

I might have to pop over one day in mine all being well, you're probably only an hour and a bit away from me.

yeah could be a nice run for the old girl, i reakon if i crack on and work on the car on my days off i may have it on the road by mid summer :undecided:

Whoop!

Yeah I went down your way a couple of times to pick up my front bumper and a caddy bonnet.  Not a bad route either.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: lemski on 17 February 2011, 07:44
This rate you won't need a little push down the strip. Haha

Good work mate. Keep it up
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: Jay on 17 February 2011, 13:57
Ruddy bell mate, that's a project and a half ! Good on you for taking on the challenge! oh and good luck  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: shepgti on 17 February 2011, 14:54
Ruddy bell mate, that's a project and a half ! Good on you for taking on the challenge! oh and good luck  :lipsrsealed:

cheers, it is a handful but will be sooo happy once its road worthy :cool:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - chopping has begun!
Post by: SoundillusioN on 17 February 2011, 14:56
less talk now... more grinding and welding boy!  :grin:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - Up for sale
Post by: shepgti on 24 February 2011, 16:02
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=183918.0

 :cry: :cry:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - Up for sale
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 24 February 2011, 16:10
 :shocked: :shocked: :shocked:

That's a shame  :sad: Good luck with the sale though! :afro:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - Up for sale
Post by: shepgti on 24 February 2011, 16:23
yeah pretty gutted i cant finish it
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - Up for sale
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 24 February 2011, 16:29
Shaun won't be best pleased, you just wait till he gets here!!  :angry: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - Up for sale
Post by: shepgti on 24 February 2011, 16:52
Shaun won't be best pleased, you just wait till he gets here!!  :angry: :grin: :grin:

i know  :embarassed: although i will say that it will be replaced with a mk1 that doesnt need work :wink:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - Up for sale
Post by: SoundillusioN on 24 February 2011, 17:55
Shaun won't be best pleased, you just wait till he gets here!!  :angry: :grin: :grin:

Noooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo! How could you!?...


(http://www.chicagonow.com/blogs/notes-from-north-sheridan/smash%20and%20break%20computer%20pc%20monitor%20with%20keyboard%5B12%5D.jpg)

What's the plan Stan?

I don't know if I can forgive you.....  :undecided:

The only way to make me feel better about this would be you giving me the red trim from your grille. Purely as a reminder of what could have been, and I need it.  :smiley:

Title: Re: MK1 GX project - Up for sale
Post by: JC on 24 February 2011, 18:11
Well as the Black one is about done Shaun, buy that one and crack on, that way you will get the Red Grill  :grin: :laugh:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - Up for sale
Post by: shepgti on 24 February 2011, 18:34
Well as the Black one is about done Shaun, buy that one and crack on, that way you will get the Red Grill  :grin: :laugh:

haha yea shaun this is the plan..

i think the red is painted on anyway otherwise the grill would be yours :undecided:


the reason its going is because ive accepted that to continue i would need to fully strip it down and there is just no room to put anything because my bro has dumped loadsa stuff here because hes moving house, and theres a possible house move for us sometime this year too. Which means i can have a second car just not a project rot box  :laugh:. ive worked out i'll have just over a grand to spend on a car in around a month so can hunt for a more solid mk1 gti this time :evil:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - Up for sale
Post by: SoundillusioN on 25 February 2011, 09:50
Well as the Black one is about done Shaun, buy that one and crack on, that way you will get the Red Grill  :grin: :laugh:

 :grin:

As mentioned before, my neighbours are understanding but the missus not so.  She can just about cope with the mk1 i've got even though she hates it, but 2... hmmm, nows not a great time but if I had a spare 300 notes i'd be tempted! Having that sort of money spare would also be useful for the black one so I could never do it.  Although she did say that once mine was properly finished she wouldn't mind me having a second project if it meant I could make some cash out of it... If it had come up a year ago I may have bought it but it would have got stripped to supply parts for mine.  :lipsrsealed:


haha yea shaun this is the plan..

i think the red is painted on anyway otherwise the grill would be yours :undecided:


the reason its going is because ive accepted that to continue i would need to fully strip it down and there is just no room to put anything because my bro has dumped loadsa stuff here because hes moving house, and theres a possible house move for us sometime this year too. Which means i can have a second car just not a project rot box  :laugh:. ive worked out i'll have just over a grand to spend on a car in around a month so can hunt for a more solid mk1 gti this time :evil:

Real shame but I really hope you get a another soon mate... need more active MK1ers on here.  Let me know when you're seriously looking and i'll gladly help you hunt one down.  :smiley:

Even though the red surround is painted, is it clip on trim thats been painted red or defo just the grille itself? i'm missing the trim, have painted mine but looks much thinner as there is no trim, just the clip line, looks pants.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - Up for sale
Post by: shepgti on 25 February 2011, 11:00
i'll have a look at the grill in a bit shaun
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - Up for sale
Post by: SoundillusioN on 25 February 2011, 11:37
i'll have a look at the grill in a bit shaun

 :cool: Cheers.
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - Up for sale
Post by: SoundillusioN on 02 March 2011, 12:49
i'll have a look at the grill in a bit shaun

 :cool: Cheers.

bump...  :wink:
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - Up for sale
Post by: shepgti on 02 March 2011, 13:33
i'll have a look at the grill in a bit shaun

 :cool: Cheers.

bump...  :wink:

oh srry mate forgot i had a look the other day, its just painted onto the grill itself im afraid
Title: Re: MK1 GX project - Up for sale
Post by: Mr Blue on 02 March 2011, 13:51
nice work.

Been looking for a 3 door mk1 myself but good luck with the sale :smiley: