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Model specific boards => Golf mk1 => Topic started by: x5pea on 27 March 2006, 23:18

Title: Project 504 **Updated 28/01/08** Disaster **
Post by: x5pea on 27 March 2006, 23:18: Hi all just taken on a new Mk1 Golf GTI, ive set up a site to keep you all up to date on the progress.....

Let me know what you think of the site and the car of course :cool:

www.mk1golf.co.uk

:cool
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: Neaty on 28 March 2006, 13:04: both look good mate, like that colour!
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: Madone_si on 28 March 2006, 13:15: That looks like a lovely mk1 as is... look forward to seeing the progress on this as well... like the website idea as well..Ãƒâ€šÃ‚Â :cool:
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: x5pea on 28 March 2006, 16:40: Cheers guys :cool:
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: wag,en,volks on 28 March 2006, 22:10: I went to look at that purple mk1 for a mate (he won it on ebay!)
good luck with the project mate,,
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: x5pea on 02 April 2006, 16:34: Cheers thanx for the info
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: The Hoax on 02 April 2006, 20:08: Looking Good. Is that the one that was for sale on Ebay in Glasgow a couple of months back?

PS Thanks for your response to my post on the Mk 1 website
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: x5pea on 02 April 2006, 20:39: No mate diferent car

Im looking for a copy of the golf+ mag sep 99 issue if anyone can spare a copy :undecided:
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: x5pea on 08 April 2006, 10:25: Hi i managed to get a copy of the Golf + mag, the car was on the cover so was good to see what it was like in its hay day
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: yellowgti on 08 April 2006, 17:24: im not a mk1 lover, only really like the cabbys but i think uve just changed my mind thats a minter, keep up the good work
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: x5pea on 08 April 2006, 21:25: Hi managed to get started on the project today, have a look at the site for upadtes
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: wag,en,volks on 09 April 2006, 22:46: look forward to seeing this finished,
keep up the good work,
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: golfdaw on 15 April 2006, 22:31: car looks good mate what is the plan of attack is it a full restoration cause in the pics on your site looks pretty clean already i have just finnished my mk1 will email you the pics when i get back from offshore to let you have a look nice to see another mk1 owner in bonnie scotland i live just south of aberdeen keep up the good work
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: x5pea on 21 April 2006, 23:21: cheers guys :smiley:
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: BobbyT on 05 May 2006, 13:36: that car was on e-bay a few months back i think! looks good! :smiley:
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: x5pea on 05 May 2006, 20:45: yeh i got in touch with the guy thro ebay
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: Madone_si on 08 May 2006, 13:39: So any more progress?
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: x5pea on 08 May 2006, 21:40: IÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢m moving in 2 weeks, so things have ground to a half.

The electrics were in pretty bad shape to have spent most of the time sorting out botched wiring
I have stripped the suspension and breaks off, axels and wishbones, all need to go back on to get the car rolling to move it :embarassed:
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car, check out the pics
Post by: x5pea on 26 September 2006, 14:01: After a brief strip down then house move which meant the car had to be rebuilt, I've managed to get things moving again now that IÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ve settled into the new house.

Unfortunately IÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ve only got a single garage now, but canÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢t have everything.

So today managed to get the engine out and the new block up onto an Engine Stand to be re-con'd.

IÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ve also updated the website with the new pics

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Golf079.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Golf083.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Golf085.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Golf080.jpg)
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car **Updated 26/09/06**
Post by: x5pea on 26 September 2006, 14:02: A big mate of mine owns a Valeting and car wash centre and he came up today with some engine degreaser.

He foned and said "this stuff is the daddy, wait will you see it work" and he wasnÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢t joking. Honestly if I didnÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢t have such big plans for the car I would bother painting the engine bay, it did such a good job. Quick spray and leave for 5 mins, then rinse it off job done.

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Golf086.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Golf087.jpg)

We also did the New 2.0 16V engine :lol:

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Golf090.jpg)
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car **Updated 26/09/06**
Post by: x5pea on 27 September 2006, 16:41: OK today i stripped the first batch of parts to send to the company who are doing all the Chrome work.

I also finsihed stripping the engine bay all execpt the exhaust (That someone is supposed to be collecting.....Paaaaaady). Got the loom out Brake leavers, servo ect and removed the brake/fuel pipes.

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Golf108.jpg)
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car **Updated 26/09/06**
Post by: x5pea on 29 September 2006, 19:08: Today i spent some time cleaning up the engine bay. I invested Ãƒâ€šÃ‚£100 in a Dewalt grinder and put it too good use.

Spot the difference, answers on a post card :lol:

Before
(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Golf112.jpg)

After
(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Golf089.jpg)
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car **Updated 29/09/06**
Post by: x5pea on 02 October 2006, 21:44: OK today The X5 was into BMW for another of its many many visits recently, so leaving the Employees holding the fort I spent some time removing the Dynamat, which the car is covered in, from the engine bay area.

Also removed the Battery tray and washer bottle holder ect.

The car is covered in this stuff

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Golf132.jpg)

After a good seeing to with a Heat Gun, scraper and a quick introduction to the grinder.....Job Done

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Golf136.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Golf137.jpg)

Removed Battery Tray
(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Golf142.jpg)
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car **Updated 02/10/06**
Post by: Neaty on 02 October 2006, 22:04: keeping yourself busy arent you! :smiley:

keep up the good work!
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car **Updated 02/10/06**
Post by: Madone_si on 02 October 2006, 22:28: coming along nicely there... keep that work up and your have that completed before Xmas...
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 02/10/06**
Post by: x5pea on 04 October 2006, 14:03: I'll be happy with Feb mate , just in time for the Golf+ mag and Ultimate Dubs
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 02/10/06**
Post by: Neaty on 04 October 2006, 18:18: i will look forward to seeing it at ultimate dubs in the flesh then
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 02/10/06**
Post by: x5pea on 04 November 2006, 12:40: Ok the car is prep'd and away to the paint shop :lol:

Quite sad too see it go actually, got an empty garage now, but it should cum back all nice and painted 8)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Golf149.jpg)

Bought up all the panels for the body resto

Arch Repair Panels
Rear Valance
Front Valance
And the typical Filler Neck
(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Golf148.jpg)
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 06/11/06**
Post by: x5pea on 06 November 2006, 21:33: Picked up my Seats 2 day and took them bad boys straight to Transcal. They have done a lot of work for me in the past most recently in the X5 and did a first class retim, so obviously they were the only choice for the MK1 Project.

Had a long chat around colour choices and subtle mods as they are doing the dash and remaining interior...... Watch this space for one very special set of seats indeed.
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 06/11/06**
Post by: alpesh on 07 November 2006, 10:19: Looking good - I was working on my Mk1 for 2 years. Got it on the road and drove it for a year. 1 week before it was coming off the road for the winter, I went into the back of someone. Now I need a new bonnet, N/S wing and slam-panel (front valence).

From your pics I can see a brand new slam panel - where did you get hold of it and how much? whats the fitting like? Bonnet and wing are easy to get hold of.
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 06/11/06**
Post by: x5pea on 07 November 2006, 23:34: got the slam pannel off ebay for Ãƒâ€šÃ‚£30........ :grin:

A mate of mine has two off them if your intrested, dunno what ne wants for them
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 06/11/06**
Post by: alpesh on 08 November 2006, 09:34: Yeah - Im interested. Where is your mate located? im in west london. Genuine VAG part? Can you get hold of a bonnet and N/S wing?
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 06/11/06**
Post by: x5pea on 08 November 2006, 11:08: PM sent mate
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 06/11/06**
Post by: alpesh on 08 November 2006, 12:19: PM sent back.

Thanks.
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 08/11/06**
Post by: x5pea on 08 November 2006, 20:44: After spending the last 2 days down the Garage things have finally moved on :D . The front and rear valance have been removed, arches have been dressed back and corrosion cut out. The Doors wings, bonnet and tailgate have been preped. After many many hours I've also managed to remove the Sound proofing from the WHOLE interior, which was a bloody nightmare. After a quick seeing to from the orbital sander the interior will be good to go...... 8)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build055.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build056.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build057.jpg)

Found a crazy amount of corrosion around the filler neck area in both the inner arch and rear quarter.

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build060.jpg)

Chassis legs have been trimmed in preperation for the pannels to flush them off

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build073.jpg)

ItÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s in a sorry state but I'm sure weel get there, at least I hope so

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build093.jpg)

Going forward, the engine bay needs to be finished few mods and then primed
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 08/11/06**
Post by: Neaty on 08 November 2006, 22:36: wow, now thats wot u call a bare shell!

not mucking about with this project!
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 08/11/06**
Post by: gibby on 09 November 2006, 12:21: :cool: Keep the pics coming. The "make me beautiful" pic made me laugh. :laugh:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 08/11/06**
Post by: x5pea on 10 November 2006, 21:30: Cheers all

al try and get sum more 2morrow
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 08/11/06**
Post by: x5pea on 11 November 2006, 17:51: Spent the day 2day cleaning up the inner arches only manged the O/S Rear tho :( anyone who has done it will know how much of a pain in the ass it is and how bloody long it takes.

I'll try and finish the others 2morrow and get sum pics up 2morrow nite.
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 11/11/06**
Post by: x5pea on 12 November 2006, 20:20: Today i contiuned the work on the arches, its been a long slog but im sure you will agree it was worth the work. :D

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build142.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build102.jpg)

Still got to finish off one front ach and start on the other side, hopefull manage to get onto that 2morrow.
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 22/11/06**
Post by: x5pea on 22 November 2006, 20:56: Over the last week the progress has slowed down a wee bit. Front and rear panels have been welded up in place, the rear quarter had been repaired along with the inner arches.

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build191.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build184.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build188.jpg)

IÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ve seen a few people remove the underseal and paint the inner arch but most seem to stone chip then paint, however I wanted to go for as good a finish on the inner arch as the rest of the car. So there was no choice but to fill and smooth off, took ages and trying to recreate the lines to retain the original look was a nightmare.

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build181.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build179.jpg)

The chassis legs have also been flushed off, templates took ages to make up but look the business when welded in.

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build193.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build195.jpg)

Also spent the last few weeks buying up brand new parts, everything is being replaced with new, from fuse box to seals and grommets :smiley:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 22/11/06**
Post by: Madone_si on 22 November 2006, 21:02: Nice work on the car, loving the pictures... keep great work upÃƒâ€šÃ‚Â :cool:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 22/11/06**
Post by: x5pea on 23 November 2006, 23:41: cheers mate
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 22/11/06**
Post by: gibby on 24 November 2006, 12:27: Keep the pics coming, top project. :afro:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 22/11/06**
Post by: Neaty on 24 November 2006, 18:34: Quote from: Alphonso Consaption on 24 November 2006, 12:27
Keep the pics coming, top project. :afro:

what he said :cool:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 22/11/06**
Post by: x5pea on 24 November 2006, 20:44: Hopefully get some more taken 2morrow nite :laugh:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 25/11/06**
Post by: x5pea on 25 November 2006, 17:12: IÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ve waited for ages for this picture, dreaming what the bay would look like when flushed off. The chassis legs are coming on now, still a little bit of work to go but not million miles away. The lines look so good and suit the engine bay I think, need to see how it looks in paint right enough but for now in over the moon.

Pics aint the best but you'll get the idea

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build227.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build237.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build238.jpg)

Had some lengthy work to do in order to get the new seats in, passenger side was slightly easier than that of the driverÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s side. On both sides the runners were removed along with the cross box section, on the drivers side wee needed to take an inch out of the tunnel in order to fit the seat in. Once they were bolted up the looked the duggies and really suit the car, I canÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢t wait to get the interior painted and get the seats trimmed and fitted now.

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build244.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build245.jpg)

Also removed the box section for the rear seats from the top of the rear arch, as itÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s no longer required, plus it will clean up the inside

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build225.jpg)

The rear pannel is also all welded up and filled ready for primer

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build242.jpg)
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 25/11/06**
Post by: x5pea on 02 December 2006, 09:26: The car is coming along nicely, al get some pics up after the weekend. In the mean time got my front braking solution delivered and I'm very happy indeed. 8)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Disks.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Calipers.jpg)
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: x5pea on 21 December 2006, 20:15: I know itÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s been a while but I've been mega busy with Xmas and the new house.

The cars just about ready for Primer at the moment hopefully be in primer b4 the new years :lol: .

The underside has all been stripped back filled and smoothed ect, the pics aint the best, the catty is the wrong colour for my camera :roll:

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build2388.jpg)
(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build2373.jpg)
(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build2390.jpg)

The inside is close to being finished aswell, again all repaired filled and rubbed down :lol:

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build2398.jpg)

Been into Transcal 2day and the seats are pretty much done looking spot on IMO. The first pic is closer to the colour (Think my flash was playing up). I wanted the BMW leather , but the supplier was sold out, so Robert at Transcal managed to get me a really close match with the Bentley Creama, which is more expensive but looks minted

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build2362.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build2364.jpg)
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: Neaty on 21 December 2006, 21:24: loving them seats :cool:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: gibby on 22 December 2006, 10:26: Quote from: Neaty on 21 December 2006, 21:24
loving them seats :cool:

Me too. :cool: I may be showing my age here, but they look really comfy ! :laugh:

Keep the updates coming, quality project so far. :afro:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: golfpro on 22 December 2006, 14:08: bloody hell! Thats comin on isnt isnt it! Seats look unreal! what were they out of?
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: x5pea on 22 December 2006, 16:47: Quote from: golfpro on 22 December 2006, 14:08
bloody hell! Thats comin on isnt isnt it! Seats look unreal! what were they out of?

2005 911 GT3, the looked good b4 but well chuffed with the re trimm
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: Neaty on 22 December 2006, 21:43: Quote from: gibby on 22 December 2006, 10:26
Quote from: Neaty on 21 December 2006, 21:24
loving them seats :cool:

Me too. :cool: I may be showing my age here, but they look really comfy ! :laugh:

Keep the updates coming, quality project so far. :afro:

nout wrong with a bit of comfort gibbo! i was thinking exactly the same thing. makes my sofa look like a park bench
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: x5pea on 24 December 2006, 14:49: Quote from: Neaty on 22 December 2006, 21:43
Quote from: gibby on 22 December 2006, 10:26
Quote from: Neaty on 21 December 2006, 21:24
loving them seats :cool:

Me too. :cool: I may be showing my age here, but they look really comfy ! :laugh:

Keep the updates coming, quality project so far. :afro:

nout wrong with a bit of comfort gibbo! i was thinking exactly the same thing. makes my sofa look like a park bench

Makes my sofa look like a park bench too :grin:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: Neaty on 24 December 2006, 14:56: :laugh:

keep up the good work though mate! its taking shape nicely :afro:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: x5pea on 24 December 2006, 21:22: cheers man.........

been getting a bit of a neg comments on E38 for the sunroof :angry:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: Neaty on 25 December 2006, 15:50: whats up with the sunroof? :undecided:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: Stu.750 on 26 December 2006, 04:03: Hey X5 is at an aftermarket one ? when its been taken out just leaves like an umtrimmed hole?

im havin similar heart ache with mine , not 100% sure what to do you any ideas for yours or re-fit it ?

An ignore Edition lot of negative people there ive found , thats y i dont use it much
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: Neaty on 26 December 2006, 10:47: i always imagine it to be very elitist
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: golfpro on 26 December 2006, 12:20: Quote from: gibby on 22 December 2006, 10:26
Me too. :cool: I may be showing my age here, but they look really comfy ! :laugh:

Iv been hurtled round at great speen in my mates gt3 and the seats truely are, very comfy. Did you see the jetta in pvw the other month which had the gt3 seats, daes and console in? tbh i wasnt sure about the dash coz of how rounded it all was with the squareness of the car but the seats looked great.

What have people on e38 said about the sunroof? what are you doin with it?
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: x5pea on 26 December 2006, 23:56: Quote from: golfpro on 26 December 2006, 12:20
Quote from: gibby on 22 December 2006, 10:26
Me too. :cool: I may be showing my age here, but they look really comfy ! :laugh:

Iv been hurtled round at great speen in my mates gt3 and the seats truely are, very comfy. Did you see the jetta in pvw the other month which had the gt3 seats, daes and console in? tbh i wasnt sure about the dash coz of how rounded it all was with the squareness of the car but the seats looked great.

What have people on e38 said about the sunroof? what are you doin with it?

U read that then eh!!

Never heard a word until someone posted up loads of neg comments, i prob dropped the ball on that one as i should have that area sorted. TBH im still not sure what im gonny do, the options are either weld it up (ie 1 new roof), another sunroof the same, a larger sunroof or a rag roof, at the moment i just cant decide. Im not in a rush at the moment tho as the car is gettin primed then the bay, interior , underside and arches are getting painted........ then the engine etc is gowing in, the rest of the car will be painted there after.
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: x5pea on 27 December 2006, 00:02: Quote from: Neaty on 26 December 2006, 10:47
i always imagine it to be very elitist

im with you mate not 100% where to go from here and aye its an aftermarket wun

Ive got another nice 3dr MK1 that i can use as donor for the roof if need be or the money to throw at a fancy sunroof if need be, but im still not sure whats the right thing to do. I know people frown upon sunroofs but for me as long as it suits the car then im not fussed. I think the obvious solution it to whack on a new roof but thats what everyone would do........
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: Stu.750 on 27 December 2006, 04:30: Well X5pea

what i was goin to do was try n butcher in a Glass number from a mk3 totally dofferent and something ive never seen before , no idead how impossible it will be or if its somethin that youd concider , just an idea that i had :wink:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: x5pea on 27 December 2006, 09:03: I think if i was going with a sunroof, which i do quite like by the way, id prob go for a new electric one

im not sure, i was planning to pop down the garage 2 day and pondor the idea
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: Neaty on 28 December 2006, 16:07: an electric one would be cool
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: gibby on 29 December 2006, 11:00: Quote from: x5pea on 24 December 2006, 21:22
been getting a bit of a neg comments on E38 for the sunroof :angry:

Really ! You do surprise me. :rolleyes: :laugh:

One person will criticise on there and all the other sheep tend to follow, it's pathetic really. You seem to know what you want out of this project so I say stick to your guns and do it as you want it. :cool:

I'm still not sure why there is so much negativity about a sunroof, I've got one on my Rallye and I wished it wasn't there the other month as the damn thing was leaking until I got a new seal. :laugh:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: golfpro on 29 December 2006, 14:57: I think an electric one would be quality. When doing a project like this, making an old car look new, why not add in modern touches too? The seats are out of a new car and no one will moan about those im sure, I dont see why wou shouldnt put in a sunroof from a newer car too! I say go for it! Your the one who's doin the work and goin to be sayin, yeah, thats my car, so as long as you can do that and be happy then thats all that matters!
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: x5pea on 30 December 2006, 22:00: cheers guys

STill not 100% sure might end up with a new roof yet
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: Neaty on 30 December 2006, 22:04: Quote from: x5pea on 30 December 2006, 22:00
cheers guys

STill not 100% sure might end up with a new roof yet

either way its gonna look sh!t hot :cool:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: x5pea on 02 January 2007, 00:46: Quote from: Neaty on 30 December 2006, 22:04
Quote from: x5pea on 30 December 2006, 22:00
cheers guys

STill not 100% sure might end up with a new roof yet

either way its gonna look sh!t hot :cool:
heres hopeing
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: foxy mk1 on 04 January 2007, 03:22: go with the new roof mate!
iv just put 1 on mine its not that hard to do,
plus its original, & its good excuse 2 buy a new headlining
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: Stu.750 on 04 January 2007, 06:22: where did you aquire it from if u dont mind me askin ?

Sorry for the Hi jack Pea :wink:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: foxy mk1 on 04 January 2007, 11:36: my bessy mate (tvr joe) cut it off a car & brought it 2 manchester 4me

there is a company in germany that has new 1s
will check it out 4 ya
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: x5pea on 04 January 2007, 20:48: Ive got 2 roofs sitting there mate :grin:, not 100% on which way im gowin yet :shocked:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: x5pea on 04 January 2007, 20:56: Quote from: StuDubs on 04 January 2007, 06:22
where did you aquire it from if u dont mind me askin ?

Sorry for the Hi jack Pea :wink:

No probs matey :grin:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/12/06**
Post by: x5pea on 07 January 2007, 18:16: Not really much happened over the festive period, took a few more pics of the engine bay :lol: . Cant wait too see it in Paint 8)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/build2345.jpg)
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 07/01/07**
Post by: foxy mk1 on 07 January 2007, 22:36: wat colour? :undecided:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 07/01/07**
Post by: x5pea on 07 January 2007, 22:58: Quote from: foxy mk1 on 07 January 2007, 22:36
wat colour? :undecided:

Still not 100% on that :rolleyes:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 07/01/07**
Post by: Neaty on 07 January 2007, 23:07: you not going to spray it in that blue colour that it was before? what colour was that by the way, as in which manufactors colour was it?
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 07/01/07**
Post by: foxy mk1 on 07 January 2007, 23:09: painted mine from a bare shell over xmas,
kept it original, wat coulor was orig?
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 07/01/07**
Post by: x5pea on 07 January 2007, 23:46: Aye that blue isnt the best lol
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 07/01/07**
Post by: foxy mk1 on 07 January 2007, 23:54: Bougth a mas red 1 tday want it blood red,
paint code 666 :evil:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 07/01/07**
Post by: x5pea on 12 January 2007, 11:44: Did someone say Chrome?

Look what arrived today

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Chrome003.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Chrome010.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Chrome011.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Chrome012.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Chrome015.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Chrome016.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Chrome017.jpg)

ItÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s my B-day today as well so it was a nice wee surprise. :lol: :lol:

They need a good polish and the pics aint the best but im sure ull get the idea 8)

As some of you may know IÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ve been having a few issues with the guy doing the chrome work so I was glad that they arrived. IÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢m not however 100% on the quality of a few of the items so the saga continues. On the plus side I've found someone else to finish the remaining chrome work that has come highly recommended
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 12/01/07**...CHROME...CHROME
Post by: golfpro on 12 January 2007, 12:38: BERLIIIIIIIING!!!!!!!!! :cool:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 12/01/07**...CHROME...CHROME
Post by: Stu.750 on 12 January 2007, 12:55: Owwwwwwww my eyes my eyes :grin:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 12/01/07**...CHROME...CHROME
Post by: gibby on 12 January 2007, 14:43: Nice. :cool:

Good luck keeping those clean. :laugh:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 12/01/07**...CHROME...CHROME
Post by: foxy mk1 on 12 January 2007, 21:59: yes yes!!
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 12/01/07**...CHROME...CHROME
Post by: Neaty on 12 January 2007, 22:06: not f**king about with the chrome there are you :laugh: :cool:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 12/01/07**...CHROME...CHROME
Post by: x5pea on 12 January 2007, 22:35: Cheers guys
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 12/01/07**...CHROME...CHROME
Post by: aerospace on 14 January 2007, 17:05: Your first picture of all the parts together is awesome! :laugh:

Nice one, guna look great.
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 12/01/07**...CHROME...CHROME
Post by: x5pea on 23 January 2007, 21:43: OK so I bowed to the pressure and stumped up for a new roof. It was the best decision in the long run and I'm glad I did it now......

See pics

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Build2416.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Build2410.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Build2413.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Build2409.jpg)

Also the inside has been finished and re soundproofed in the front. This stuff is the best money can buy and its can be primered and painted. DoesnÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢t look the best just now, but after a clean and a few coats of paint and primer IÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢m sure it will be spot on.

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Build2424.jpg)

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Build2420.jpg)

IÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ve also taken a few extra of the engine bay

(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/x5pea/Build2418.jpg)
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 23/01/07**...New Roof.......
Post by: Madone_si on 24 January 2007, 01:38: looking :cool: loving the progress this mk1 is getting..
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 23/01/07**...New Roof.......
Post by: golfpro on 24 January 2007, 08:36: thats quality. Its coming along so nicely. Love the engine bay to pieces, what being dropped in there?
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 23/01/07**...New Roof.......
Post by: alpesh on 24 January 2007, 12:20: Out of interest - how have you smoothed the engine bay? Body Filler? If so, won't this crack/break up when the car is moving due to the flex of the car/chassis + heat from the engine?

However, the project looks good.............. keep the pic's coming. When are you painting the car?
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 23/01/07**...New Roof.......
Post by: foxy mk1 on 24 January 2007, 15:13: roof looks WKD mate pea,
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 23/01/07**...New Roof.......
Post by: Stu.750 on 24 January 2007, 19:08: How hard was the roof fit
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 23/01/07**...New Roof.......
Post by: x5pea on 24 January 2007, 19:41: Quote from: alpesh on 24 January 2007, 12:20
Out of interest - how have you smoothed the engine bay? Body Filler? If so, won't this crack/break up when the car is moving due to the flex of the car/chassis + heat from the engine?

However, the project looks good.............. keep the pic's coming. When are you painting the car?

Na na, its metal plates the filler is only for finishing, and theres fibreglass underneath too

Paint coming soon, wanna make sure everythin is 100%
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 23/01/07**...New Roof.......
Post by: caddyrage on 24 January 2007, 20:21: Awesome work fella, cant wait to see it in paint.
Think i recognise it from golf+ years ago. Was it full of ice, clipper kit and had those momo arrows you still have on it?
Keep up the good work matey :smiley:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 23/01/07**...New Roof.......
Post by: x5pea on 24 January 2007, 21:12: Quote from: caddyrage on 24 January 2007, 20:21
Awesome work fella, cant wait to see it in paint.
Think i recognise it from golf+ years ago. Was it full of ice, clipper kit and had those momo arrows you still have on it?
Keep up the good work matey :smiley:
the very one mate Sep 99 Issue
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 23/01/07**...New Roof.......
Post by: x5pea on 09 March 2007, 21:32: OK so ive been side tracked over the last 3-4weeks..........

Bought a new hoose (As we say up here in scotland) so i spent weeks packing and even longer unpacking.

Note the Mk1's new spacious garage :D ....... and there was the mrs thinking i wanted it as a good investment :P
(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/box005.jpg)

Im off to Ultimate Dubs this weekend then its full speed ahead with the MK1 PROMISE :rolleyes: , ive not even looked at it over the past 4 weeks........terrible i know.
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 13/03/07**...Ready for paint
Post by: x5pea on 13 March 2007, 15:27: After seeing some of the cars at UD's I came back fired up and ready to get the MK1 finished.

Its been sitting doing nothing for weeks now, but all things willing it should be in primer by the end of the week

The following week Engine bay.....Underside....Inner arches....interior all painted up and it will be back in the garage ready for all the shiney parts by the weekend...... :lol: :lol: :lol: Thats the plan anyway........

One final look b4 its all primed up :roll:

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/MK1003.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/MK1049.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/MK1008.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/MK1012.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/MK1019.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/MK1021.jpg)

Found this cheeky wee munkey taking up the Mk1's space on the ramp :evil:

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/MK1029.jpg)

And this one hot on its heels

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/MK1034.jpg)

One final look

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/MK1038.jpg)
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 13/03/07**...Ready for paint
Post by: caddyrage on 16 March 2007, 05:48: Have you got anymore info on the sound deadening you used mate? Make, price and where to get it from :smiley:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 13/03/07**...Ready for paint
Post by: x5pea on 16 March 2007, 21:25: Quote from: caddyrage on 16 March 2007, 05:48
Have you got anymore info on the sound deadening you used mate? Make, price and where to get it from :smiley:
wasnt expensive, sure i posted it up b4. I'll ahve to dig out the recipt........al get back to you :grin:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 23/01/07**...New Roof.......
Post by: x5pea on 07 April 2007, 20:18: FINALY............. :lol: :lol: :lol:

Prep work was defo worth it and im chuffed, Gallon of primmer and a 1/2 gallon of hardener and the first primmer coat is done :lol:

Needs falttened down and primmed again :roll: but all the repairs are spot on

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/MK1045-Copy.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/MK1048-Copy.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/MK1059.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/MK1058.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/MK1046-Copy.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/MK1054.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/MK1053.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/MK1061.jpg)
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 07/04/07**.......Car in Primmer
Post by: gibby on 10 April 2007, 08:19: Quality. :cool: Good update. :afro:

Don't you just love seeing these kind of pics from projects. :cool: Keep them coming. :smiley:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 07/04/07**.......Car in Primmer
Post by: BobbyT on 10 April 2007, 08:27: nice! bay looks mint! how much is the re-spray setting you back buddy, if you dont mind me asking? :smiley:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 07/04/07**.......Car in Primmer
Post by: Madone_si on 10 April 2007, 13:28: lovely work, all that prep work has worked out well...

Regarding your brake system, are you going for a inside the mk1 brake servo on the steering rack, as I see you have smoothed off the engine bay where the braking arm to the brake servo normally goes, but you have left the drive side hole and plate in place.
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 07/04/07**.......Car in Primmer
Post by: x5pea on 10 July 2007, 13:00: I know IÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ve disappeared off the radar recently but contery to the rumours I am still alive, my company hasnÃ¢â‚¬â„¢t went bust nor have I sold the MK1 to some dude in England.

A mate of mine is recently back from Holland and was slightly concerned having heard the greatly exaggerated rumours at MIVW.

Before news of my death hits the Local news, My Mate who is painting the car had taken quite ill recently which prompted a delay in the project, I later realised that all hope of finishing the car for E38 (End of the season) were slim. IÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ve also had a lot on with work recently, a house move, Family holiday, plus a new car for myself and the mrs on the horizon meant that i took the call to target finishing the car for next year due to a serious lack of time on my part.

So keep your eyes peeled as the MK1 will be finished and soon hopefully, like a great marketing campaign once announced the best things come to those who wait.

Chris
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 07/04/07**.......Car in Primmer
Post by: jv on 10 July 2007, 13:06: Haha, wondered what had happened... will be worth the wait I am sure :)
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 07/04/07**.......Car in Primmer
Post by: gibby on 10 July 2007, 14:07: How weird, I was thinking about this project the other day. :cool: I think I need to get out more. :laugh:

Good luck with the project, however long it takes to complete. :afro:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 07/04/07**.......Car in Primmer
Post by: x5pea on 11 July 2007, 12:58: Quote from: gibby on 10 July 2007, 14:07
How weird, I was thinking about this project the other day. :cool: I think I need to get out more. :laugh:

Good luck with the project, however long it takes to complete. :afro:

I just need to get out into the garage more :grin:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 07/04/07**.......Car in Primmer
Post by: gibby on 11 July 2007, 13:38: Quote from: x5pea on 11 July 2007, 12:58
I just need to get out into the garage more :grin:

There you go, that's your problem, so stop chatting on forums and get some work done ! :tongue:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 07/04/07**.......Car in Primmer
Post by: x5pea on 19 July 2007, 19:25: :grin: :grin: :grin:

I havent been on the forums either
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 07/04/07**.......Car in Primmer
Post by: x5pea on 10 November 2007, 21:57: I know half of you didnt think i was every going to move forward , its only been a Year comming but finaly Stage One of painting is complete and i can get started rebuilding it again :lol:

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf051.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf056.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf054.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf059.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf053.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf045.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf038.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf039.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf036.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf048.jpg)

This is once i got it home and into the garage, just need to get cracking with the rebuild.

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf060.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf062.jpg)

Big Thanx to Gav, Lee and Big Bill for lending a hand with moving it........... Al get the beers in
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 10/11/07**.......Car in 1st Stage of Painting
Post by: RhosneigrGaz on 10 November 2007, 23:03: WOW! :laugh: :shocked:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 10/11/07**.......Car in 1st Stage of Painting
Post by: gibby on 12 November 2007, 11:55: This is looking good. :afro: Keep up the good work and keep up the updates. :cool:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 10/11/07**.......Car in 1st Stage of Painting
Post by: Madone_si on 13 November 2007, 00:30: Amazing.... love it, more pictures..........
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 10/11/07**.......Car in 1st Stage of Painting
Post by: [han] on 13 November 2007, 08:50: (http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/Smileys/modern/afro.gif)
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 10/11/07**.......Car in 1st Stage of Painting
Post by: x5pea on 18 November 2007, 08:47: I ordered a load of parts from VW but a few were missing so I wasnÃ¢â‚¬â„¢t able to fit a couple of bits, but made some progress.

I cleaned up the fuel tank and painted it body color along with the straps to hold it in place, had to remove the rubber strips but I just got some spray glue and stuck them back on after painting. Quite happy with the results, it was a bit of a rush job so I just painted it at home with aerosols (A chrome tank is on the cards for after Ultimate dubs) B)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf019.jpg)

After getting a mounting kit from VW I also managed to fit the rear axle which I bought last year.

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf016.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf022.jpg)

Fitted the front wishbones and ball joints

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf006.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf008.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf009.jpg)

New Steering rack, IÃ¢â‚¬â„¢m planning to get the mounts chromed but I just painted them body color for now.

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf029.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf037.jpg)

HereÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s better pic of my rear Strut Brace

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf005.jpg)

IÃ¢â‚¬â„¢m sort of stuck at the moment until I get my suspension, then I can get the rest of the running gear fitted and get the car onto its wheels and get the engine in.
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: gibby on 18 November 2007, 09:54: Cool. :cool: Nice shiney bits and looking neat. :afro:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: BobbyT on 18 November 2007, 11:57: its going to look the nuts!! :cool: what wheels are you planning? chrome bumpers?? i really cant wait to see this when its all done. :smiley:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: x5pea on 18 November 2007, 19:36: now that would spoil the surprise wouldnt it
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: dubsport on 21 November 2007, 12:29: f**k me that car is mint ... im speechless :huh: :laugh: :grin:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: Dinky on 21 November 2007, 14:19: Your car is going to be stunning mate..muchos jealous! :afro:

Dubsport..wtf are you doing in this section? Wasn't it you whom said you didnt like mk1s? :rolleyes:

Dinx :kiss:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: x5pea on 21 November 2007, 20:15: cheers guys :nerd:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: Neaty on 22 November 2007, 14:34: tis coming along nicely there mate :cool:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: dubsport on 22 November 2007, 16:34: Quote from: Dinx on 21 November 2007, 14:19
Dubsport..wtf are you doing in this section? Wasn't it you whom said you didnt like mk1s? :rolleyes:

Dinx :kiss:

yeah ... however this pic made me change my mind

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v732/Toofunkyhouse/DSC00132.jpg)

Shame they dont all look that good eyh? :laugh:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: Dinky on 22 November 2007, 16:49: Your so fickle..big bumpers and a bit of bling and thats it..in lurve! :grin:

Quote from: dubsport on 22 November 2007, 16:34
Shame they dont all look that good eyh? :laugh:

That can be said for all marks of golf :wink: tis all about opinion..

Dinx :kiss:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: dubsport on 22 November 2007, 16:56: of course it is, lol and thats my opinion :rolleyes:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: Dinky on 22 November 2007, 17:26: fabulous..

X5pea...just had to look at your pics again and im :drool:

Dinx :kiss:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: x5pea on 22 November 2007, 18:28: Quote from: Dinx on 22 November 2007, 17:26
fabulous..

X5pea...just had to look at your pics again and im :drool:

Dinx :kiss:

:grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: ian007miles on 09 December 2007, 20:36: looks grrrrrrrate wens it going to be finshed??????????? :smiley: :smiley: :smiley: :smiley:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: x5pea on 09 December 2007, 21:02: march hopefully
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: ian007miles on 09 December 2007, 21:11: how lang has it taken so far ? and who done all the chroming?
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: x5pea on 11 December 2007, 19:00: I bought the car last April i think, but to be honest when i realised i wasnt going to have it ready for last summer i gave up and didnt really do anything for 6/7 months.

The chrome work was done buy a guy down south but it was crap so i sent it back :nerd:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: ian007miles on 12 December 2007, 16:10: ok, ive got alot of chrome under the bonnet on my mk1 gti 8v and i got it all done by a bloke in chelmsfold his company is called lmr(liquid metal refinement he done a wicked job on mine so if u need any more pits done drop him an email sales@liquidmetalrefinement.co.uk and hes got a shop on ebay
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: x5pea on 12 December 2007, 20:12: cheers but ive got someone sorted now
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: ian007miles on 14 December 2007, 18:00: wen r we goining to get some more pictures were all waiting :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: x5pea on 16 December 2007, 19:37: keepin it under wraps for now :cool:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 18/11/07**.......Fitted sum chrome bits
Post by: x5pea on 19 December 2007, 16:10: OK OK...............................

Got it off the jig and onto its wheels, it was pretty easy :lol: I did the supervising as another 7 of us lifted the car gently onto the ground

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/Golf_001-1.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/Golf_037.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/Golf_018.jpg)

Front suspension, ignore the front hubs and bearing housings, ive got new shiney ones on the way as we speak

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf0132.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf0122.jpg)

Rear Brakes, they are big fellies

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/golf0012.jpg)

Different set of wheels

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/IMG_5222.jpg)

Engine is just about ready to stick in the bay........ gotta get the KR cams in and clutch\gear box buttoned up

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/IMG_5200.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/IMG_5205.jpg)
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 19/12/07**.....Wee update
Post by: BobbyT on 20 December 2007, 11:26: :cool:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 19/12/07**.....Wee update
Post by: gibby on 21 December 2007, 21:48: Quality project and quality work. :cool: Love the colour by the way. :afro:

x5pea, did you ever PM jv or topher to get this in the projects section ?
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 19/12/07**.....Wee update
Post by: Madone_si on 22 December 2007, 05:29: As said before great project and lovely progress....
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 19/12/07**.....Wee update
Post by: x5pea on 22 December 2007, 20:00: OK so today didnÃ¢â‚¬â„¢t quite go as expected. After getting let down with the borrowing of an engine hoist I had a long trip at early oÃ¢â‚¬â„¢clock to a friend of a friend who offered to lend me his.

The day just went from bad to worse, I dropped the ball completely and didnÃ¢â‚¬â„¢t have all the engine mounts so the engine is in the bay but not mounted.

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/IMG_5238.jpg)

We did get the clutch in and gear box on, Kr cams in, timing belt on and set up, a small consolation I suppose.

On a positive note I collected my wheels from the local TNT depot...........

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/IMG_5242.jpg)

Oops did I leave the covers on..........

Thank you to the Big Man, Lee and Mikey for lending a hand 2day
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 22/12/07**.....Engine in bay...Wheels....DONE!
Post by: ian007miles on 06 January 2008, 20:17: so wen are your going to show us the wheels
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 22/12/07**.....Engine in bay...Wheels....DONE!
Post by: Mew on 06 January 2008, 20:20: :shocked:

wow!
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 22/12/07**.....Engine in bay...Wheels....DONE!
Post by: golf mk2 tornado red on 06 January 2008, 22:03: Quote from: Mew on 06 January 2008, 20:20
:shocked:

wow!

my thoughts too
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 22/12/07**.....Engine in bay...Wheels....DONE!
Post by: x5pea on 07 January 2008, 22:28: Cars off to paint shop AGAIN today, few bits in no happy with inside and its time to get the exterior done.

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/DSC00175.jpg)

Its new home, for the next few weeks anyway...........cant wait to get ot back all shiney

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/DSC00203.jpg)

Block re painted in GLOSS black..... which im a bit happier with

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w266/x5pea2/DSC00135.jpg)
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 22/12/07**.....Engine in bay...Wheels....DONE!
Post by: Komenda on 08 January 2008, 20:31: I'm loving following this project. Work is spot on so far and I can't wait to see it finished
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 22/12/07**.....Engine in bay...Wheels....DONE!
Post by: Neaty on 09 January 2008, 03:10: damn it i thought i was going to see the new wheels!

looking great so far though :afro:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 22/12/07**.....Engine in bay...Wheels....DONE!
Post by: dubsport on 09 January 2008, 10:54: just a guess .... G60 steels with orange centres? :smiley:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 22/12/07**.....Engine in bay...Wheels....DONE!
Post by: x5pea on 11 January 2008, 21:57: Today was more about running around like a muppet than getting any work done on the mk1, but i did spend loads of money and get some parts collected.

Dropped another fortune in VW on parts (Nuts Bolds, few mounts and a bonnet :rolleyes: ) Ã‚£464 amazing how it all mounts up, Plus the following

Storm manifold
Brake kit (4pots and 285mm disks and pads, hoses etc )
Tyres for my wheels B)

Visited the trimmers and collected my seats at long last and dropped the pannels and dash off

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00245.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00246.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00247.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00248.jpg)

Got the rubbers pressed into the engine mounts (Another thing that needs redone) ready for sticking the engine in 2morrow.

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00261.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00262.jpg)

The bay and the inside has been redone and is getting baked over night so should be good to go in the morning

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00240.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00239.jpg)
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 11/01/08**.....Parts Parts Parts
Post by: dubsport on 11 January 2008, 22:09: wow, thats looking amazing mate!

cant believe the amount of work that has gone into this project!
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 11/01/08**.....Parts Parts Parts
Post by: x5pea on 11 January 2008, 22:12: Quote from: dubsport on 11 January 2008, 22:09
wow, thats looking amazing mate!

cant believe the amount of work that has gone into this project!
neither can i lol :smiley: :smiley:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 11/01/08**.....Parts Parts Parts
Post by: Mew on 12 January 2008, 16:31: I would be more than happy just living in your garage, never mind working in it :grin:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 11/01/08**.....Parts Parts Parts
Post by: x5pea on 12 January 2008, 17:15: The 2nd paint job which is redoing the bay and inside was done and baked over nite so when we went in thsi morning it was all nice and shine

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00282.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00298.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00307.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00311.jpg)

Im much happier with the bulk head now after loosing the extra steering colum holes etc.

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00306.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00300.jpg)

Engine went in today without a problem, fitted a few other bits and bobs aswell im still not happy with a few bits which will be a pain in the arse to re do but its gonny have to get done after Ultimate Dubs now :rolleyes:.

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00295.jpg)

The Big man at work try to fit the bonnet hinges :D

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00269.jpg)

Another week or two and it will be completly pained for the last time......I promise. Not long after the 2nd load of parts should be back all chromed and ready to be fitted, then its wire up the hengine and fit the interior :D

9th of march you saaaaaaaay :wacko:

PS its my birthday today .........Happy Birthday to meeeee......
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 12/01/08**.....Engine in at long last
Post by: Mew on 12 January 2008, 17:31: :shocked: :shocked: :shocked:

Happy bday too!
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 12/01/08**.....Engine in at long last
Post by: vwjack on 13 January 2008, 15:09: this is so awsome. dude keep it comng. loving this mk 1!!!!!!
and also happy bday for when ever it was! :cool:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 12/01/08**.....Engine in at long last
Post by: Dinky on 13 January 2008, 16:20: Quote from: thfcjack on 13 January 2008, 15:09
this is so awsome. dude keep it comng. loving this mk 1!!!!!!
and also happy bday for when ever it was! :cool:
^all of what he said...hope you ha a fabulous day darl! :smiley:

Dinx :kiss:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 12/01/08**.....Engine in at long last
Post by: x5pea on 18 January 2008, 20:32: Got sum shiney new bits 2day, Planning to fit the exhaust and brake lines and a few other bits and bobs tomorrow.

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00317.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00318.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00321.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00327.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00324.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00323.jpg)
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 12/01/08**.....Engine in at long last
Post by: x5pea on 21 January 2008, 21:27: Got the tyres fitted to the wheels and did a quick trial run on the car, more than happy with the outcome. Finaly its feels like this project is starting to come together.

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00383.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00387.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00390.jpg)
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/01/08**.....Wheeeeeeels
Post by: Mew on 21 January 2008, 21:38: Oh come on mate, play the game!!! :grin:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/01/08**.....Wheeeeeeels
Post by: ian007miles on 22 January 2008, 15:00: what size r the wheels they look massiv
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/01/08**.....Wheeeeeeels
Post by: Mew on 22 January 2008, 15:28: I may well be wrong, but i'm going with 16x9" :huh:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/01/08**.....Wheeeeeeels
Post by: monkeyalan on 22 January 2008, 18:15: Quote from: Mew on 21 January 2008, 21:38
Oh come on mate, play the game!!! :grin:

he's a bad man :angry: he makes us wait ages for stuff then half hides everything. :grin:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/01/08**.....Wheeeeeeels
Post by: Mew on 22 January 2008, 18:33: I know, and he doesn't even give it away on his photobucket account :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/01/08**.....Wheeeeeeels
Post by: Horney on 22 January 2008, 18:40: Spoil Sport!

Nick
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/01/08**.....Wheeeeeeels
Post by: jv on 22 January 2008, 21:16: Love seeing the updates to this but keeping things secret is the way.... then you see it at a show and it's actually interesting! :afro:
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car **Updated 26/09/06**
Post by: Andy Jeffries on 25 January 2008, 16:05: Quote from: x5pea on 26 September 2006, 14:02
A big mate of mine owns a Valeting and car wash centre and he came up today with some engine degreaser.

He foned and said "this stuff is the daddy, wait will you see it work" and he wasnÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢t joking.

What degreaser was it? and can the general public buy it!?

Cheers :)
Title: Re: New MK1 GTI Project Car **Updated 26/09/06**
Post by: x5pea on 25 January 2008, 19:31: Quote from: Andy Jeffries on 25 January 2008, 16:05
Quote from: x5pea on 26 September 2006, 14:02
A big mate of mine owns a Valeting and car wash centre and he came up today with some engine degreaser.

He foned and said "this stuff is the daddy, wait will you see it work" and he wasnÃƒâ€šÃ¢â‚¬â„¢t joking.

What degreaser was it? and can the general public buy it!?

Cheers :)

aye mate al try and get the name are you local as they are a scottish company
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/01/08**.....Wheeeeeeels
Post by: x5pea on 25 January 2008, 19:33: Quote from: Mew on 22 January 2008, 18:33
I know, and he doesn't even give it away on his photobucket account :lipsrsealed:
Shut Crazy Fool!

(http://home.planet.nl/~marte163/t004.jpg)
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 21/01/08**.....Wheeeeeeels
Post by: x5pea on 25 January 2008, 20:35: Collected the dash from Transcal today and im well chuffed with it. The camera dosent relally do the colour justice

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00413.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00414.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00415.jpg)

(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii131/x5pea3/DSC00403.jpg)
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 25/01/08**.....Dash Trimmed
Post by: ian007miles on 25 January 2008, 22:12: dash looks the nuts how much did it cost i was thinkin about getting my dash done but just wondered about a price
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 25/01/08**.....Dash Trimmed
Post by: x5pea on 25 January 2008, 22:53: Guys who owns the copmany is a mate so mates rates, im not finished getting parts trimmed yet so no idea whats it going to cost
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 25/01/08**.....Dash Trimmed
Post by: x5pea on 28 January 2008, 17:52: Sadly IÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ve hit a bit of a brick wall today with the painter. His booth has packed in this morning and I think itÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s been the straw that broke the camelÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s back so heÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s decided itÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s time to call it a day. Which leaves the project in a bit of a disaster, heÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s agreed to finish the prep so that the car is ready for paint as this doesnÃ¢â‚¬â„¢t require a booth but canÃ¢â‚¬â„¢t take it any further.

I think I can safely say I wonÃ¢â‚¬â„¢t be making Ultimate Dubs, need to try and find a good painter to finish the car to the standard that has been maintained throughout the build. Early conversations with a few places locally aint looking good for the timescales so I think I'll be pulling out of UD's.

Anyone wanna buy a half done mk1 golf????? :(
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 28/01/08** Disaster **
Post by: STEALTH K3 on 31 January 2008, 11:28: Are you serious about selling
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 28/01/08** Disaster **
Post by: gibby on 31 January 2008, 19:14: Gutted for you after all that time and money spent getting it this far. Surely there are other people you can use ?
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 28/01/08** Disaster **
Post by: Mew on 31 January 2008, 20:59: If you give up i will make the effort to come up from Oxford to Edinburgh and give you a smack. :evil:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 28/01/08** Disaster **
Post by: [han] on 01 February 2008, 08:59: thats such a shame. Don't give up now! im sure there will be someone up there! :)

chin up!
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 28/01/08** Disaster **
Post by: x5pea on 01 February 2008, 16:18: its not that i cant find a bodyshop Ive just had enough of it for now guys, weel wait and see what happens. Planning to wait until i have some more enthusiasm to get it finshed.

Im sure it wont rust :grin:
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 28/01/08** Disaster **
Post by: 08micsta on 02 February 2008, 10:42: This thread and project has been absolutely incredible. :cool:
To see the amount of dedication you have put into this car says a lot about you and I have to agree with the other ladies and guys.

Do not give up on the car. There is always a solution and Im really looking forward to seeing this car on 4 wheels and winning awards at the shows you take it to.

Keep us updated, That is one awesome car!

Mike
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 28/01/08** Disaster **
Post by: ian007miles on 19 August 2008, 16:09: has any one seen the fronf cover of performance vw? just got to so it looks the nutts
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 28/01/08** Disaster **
Post by: Komenda on 22 August 2008, 12:47: I thought that was this car. Does look good. Not a fan of the wheels though.
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 28/01/08** Disaster **
Post by: Chris-White on 22 August 2008, 12:55: Quote from: Komenda on 22 August 2008, 12:47

I thought that was this car. Does look good. Not a fan of the wheels though.

Same here. The bodywork and interior are stunning, just the wheels let it down. Bentley wheels for the sake of having bentley wheels imo.
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 28/01/08** Disaster **
Post by: ian007miles on 23 August 2008, 16:30: a nice set of th lines would have gone nice but every one to there own
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 28/01/08** Disaster **
Post by: dai-cymru on 24 August 2008, 18:59: i was convinced it was this as owner is from edinburgh to and has got an X5!! maybe they all have mk 1 projects and x5 in scooootland.
Title: Re: Project 504 **Updated 28/01/08** Disaster **
Post by: dai-cymru on 24 August 2008, 19:39: just checked photos and it is this one on the cover of performance vw got pic of his garage in it