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Model specific boards => Golf mk3 => Topic started by: golf111 on 10 January 2004, 06:22
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just wondering if anyone has fitted nos,and is it worth it.or would a turbo be better?
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Although this is off topic - i notice you have fitted Angel Eye lights!
Which make did you go for and where did you get them from?
Were there any complications encountered when you fitted them?
How does the halo them work? - what bulbs does it use cause i would like to get my white LED side lights in there somewhere!
I am considering them on mine, cheers geez. ;D
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they are made by FK Automotive and i got them from www.venommotorsport.com
they went on easy just a streight swap with the old ones.the bulbs are the same ones from a gti two per head lamp,the bulbs for the halos are already in.
i dont think you would fit any side lights in.hope this helps you decide,you wont be dissapointed they are a real eye catcher
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Yeh they def look awesome. I'm not that into modding the exterior in a big way but the standard lights don't light up the road that well and the Angel Eyes llok the part!
I heard the FK ones are the best - think i'll add em to the list and start saving!!! ;)
Cheers mate. As for the NOS - not seen a golf thats been Nossed! Don't think many peeps do it!
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NOS is a (relatively) inexpensive way of getting power, compared to adding a turbo.
However, it is in no way a substitute.
It depends on what you're looking to achieve - if you want cheap power for a 1/4 mile stormer go for the NOS. If you want to build a properly quick car that won't just be a hit of power every now and then, build a proper low compression engine with a turbo.
Thing is, the latter will cost you about ?4k more!!!!
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is that an 8v?
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the standard lights don't light up the road that well
Use Philips Vision Plus. ... I have excellent lights now.
On another note:
I heard they are only LHD and therefore illegal.
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Why dont you just get a bigger engine??
NOS is also illegal for road use and the police will screw you over it.
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going by an earlier post this car may actually be a 1.4... :o
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yes its a 1.4ryder im selling it in the summer to make way for mk3 gti.cant decide between the 8v or 16v,
which one do you recomend and why?
cheers
Chris
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NOS is also illegal for road use and the police will screw you over it.
Is it? Ive seen it on Motorbikes, and its pretty difficult for sweeney not to see the bloody great blue bootle hanging out of the faring.
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yes its a 1.4ryder im selling it in the summer to make way for mk3 gti.cant decide between the 8v or 16v,
which one do you recomend and why?
cheers
Chris
16v.. read more posts here.. you'll see why... unless you can afford to insure a vr6
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Golf111, I like your front bumper. What is it called?
Nick.
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Noz i have it 50bhp atm to let the car get used to the idea of lots of extra power !!
ok it cost 1200 fitted with digtal nos controller and progressive nos controller and 5kg nos bottle .
now when i was out testin with james from jbs we started with it on a long piece of road in 4th at 2500rpm hit the pedal down full and i was doing just over a 100mph in secs !! with wheel spin too and considering i am runnin a gaife ltd slip diff also just shows how much power i am producing !!
also 5th was the same as 4th 2500rpm and 100mph secs with wheel spin..
also along with the nos dont forget i am running a tuned up s3 engine with revo,so i not saying you could go out and get it and have the same proformance !!
but d00d u will notice the difference big time !!
hope it helps
snowy
also if u wanna ask any questions speak to james @ jbs 01246 550400
tell him i sent ya he will help u no probs
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Having had an 8v and now owning a 16v I have to say there is no contest between them, 16v wins hands down. However it's more expensive to run (in mpg terms) and insure.
What I will say is whatever you go for you won't be dissapointed, they bothe have plenty of good points. The two golfs I've owned are the oldest cars I've ever had, most of my other cars have been a year or so old, yet the Golfs still feel the best built and most secure. I'd say that the 16v is probably the best car I've had, especially in terms of value for money.
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did your 8v have lots of 'low down torque' ? :D
and how much compared to your valver?