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Cars and parts for sale / Re: BBS XR 18X8.0 5X112 ET42 GLOSS BLACK + BLACK BOLTS & LOCKERS + CENTRE CAPS
« Last post by gtikel83 on 21 April 2024, 17:43 »A nice shot of how they look fitted
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Cars and parts for sale / Re: BBS XR 18X8.0 5X112 ET42 GLOSS BLACK + BLACK BOLTS & LOCKERS + CENTRE CAPS
« Last post by gtikel83 on 21 April 2024, 17:40 »
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Cars and parts for sale / Re: BBS XR 18X8.0 5X112 ET42 GLOSS BLACK + BLACK BOLTS & LOCKERS + CENTRE CAPS
« Last post by gtikel83 on 21 April 2024, 17:39 »These are now off car. On closer inspection one wheel has a very small nick a few mm in length, it’s not noticeable unless up close, I don’t remember scuffing the wheels so guessing it was the tyre fitter. 2 of the centre caps have also bubbled. Think they are about £15 each to replace. However to reflect the condition price is reduced to £600. If you want anymore pictures let me know. Cheers
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Golf mk7 / Re: GTI PP Front brake calliper paint
« Last post by watchdog on 21 April 2024, 12:53 »Last time i did mine i used TechniQ Brake Caliper paint. I cant read the tin properly as paint has run down the side of the can but it looks like - Atomic Red
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Golf mk7 / Re: GTI PP Front brake calliper paint
« Last post by SRGTD on 21 April 2024, 12:39 »If the paint has bubbled, then that could suggest they’ve been repainted by a previous owner with an unsuitable paint - i.e. one that’s not able to withstand high temperatures as the calipers will get hot as a result of brakes usage. Assuming they have been repainted, then the calipers might not have been prepped prior to repainting.
I don’t think your warranty will cover it. Assuming your warranty is VW’s Approved Used warranty, then it’s a mechanical and electrical warranty covering sudden and unexpected failure of mechanical and electrical components. Paintwork is part of the ‘bodywork’ definition and bodywork is a specific exclusion.
I’d suggest you use a high temperature paint when repainting them or a paint that’s specifically designed to be used on brake calipers. It might also be worth watching a few ‘how to’ YouTube videos on the best way to prep and paint them.
I don’t think your warranty will cover it. Assuming your warranty is VW’s Approved Used warranty, then it’s a mechanical and electrical warranty covering sudden and unexpected failure of mechanical and electrical components. Paintwork is part of the ‘bodywork’ definition and bodywork is a specific exclusion.
I’d suggest you use a high temperature paint when repainting them or a paint that’s specifically designed to be used on brake calipers. It might also be worth watching a few ‘how to’ YouTube videos on the best way to prep and paint them.
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Golf mk7 / GTI PP Front brake calliper paint
« Last post by A-Kai on 21 April 2024, 11:44 »Hi all,
So I just got back from a European road trip (and wow our UK roads are genuinely terrible). However, you can imagine my surprise when I walk out to my car this morning and notice that the paint from the front left brake calliper has decided to stay in France (probably).
It seems the paint bubbled and chipped off the calliper. Does anyone have any advice on what paint I can buy to respray the section of the calliper? It’s only about 2-3cm in diameter but noticeable. Ideally, I’d like to avoid taking off the calliper completely and just mask off everything and spray the section I need to.
I also have VW warranty but I doubt this is covered. Any advice would be most appreciated!
(2019 GTI PP by the way)
Thank you!
So I just got back from a European road trip (and wow our UK roads are genuinely terrible). However, you can imagine my surprise when I walk out to my car this morning and notice that the paint from the front left brake calliper has decided to stay in France (probably).
It seems the paint bubbled and chipped off the calliper. Does anyone have any advice on what paint I can buy to respray the section of the calliper? It’s only about 2-3cm in diameter but noticeable. Ideally, I’d like to avoid taking off the calliper completely and just mask off everything and spray the section I need to.
I also have VW warranty but I doubt this is covered. Any advice would be most appreciated!
(2019 GTI PP by the way)
Thank you!
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Golf mk7 / Re: Tyre recommendations
« Last post by DrivenToDistraction on 21 April 2024, 10:09 »Another vote for the Michelin Pilot Sport 5's. Replaced the fronts (Bridgestones still had 3-4 mm, but I didn't like them) just over a year ago and very pleased with them. As said by others, relatively quiet, grippy and pothole resilient! Not even much wear yet, but I have only done about 7k miles over that period. Can't compete with your £350-for-4 quote (Goodyear Eagle F1's), as the two fronts cost me £226 inc VAT and balancing etc. May have been able to get them slightly cheaper elsewhere (?), but the service at my local tyre fitting centre is brilliant and I am happy to pay a bit more for that.
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Cars and parts for sale / Edition 35
« Last post by Eighteen88 on 21 April 2024, 10:09 »Testing the water and looking to sell my car, currently sitting at 89000 miles, fully service history.
List of MODS
Milltek Non Resonated Cat-Back exhaust “edition 35”, Forge PCV Delete, APR Stage 1 Remap & APR DSG Remap, Volkswagen raging intake, Volkswagen racingline sport springs. Audi R8 Coil Pack, GFB DV+
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Golf mk6 gallery / Re: My Edition 35.....
« Last post by Eighteen88 on 21 April 2024, 10:01 »Testing the water and looking for a value on the car, currently sitting at 89000 miles, fully service history.
List of MODS
Milltek Non Resonated Cat-Back exhaust “edition 35”, Forge PCV Delete, APR Stage 1 Remap & APR DSG Remap, Volkswagen raging intake, Volkswagen racingline sport springs. Audi R8 Coil Pack, GFB DV+