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Golf mk7 / Re: Replacement dipstick
« Last post by symonh2000 on 06 April 2026, 15:12 »The plastic probably goes brittle over time duew to heat cycles.
The tabs broke off mine too.
The tabs broke off mine too.
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Golf mk7 / Re: Replacement dipstick
« Last post by Rudedog on 06 April 2026, 14:37 »Same here - the little tabs are way too brittle and easy to break off, both of my sticks were/are very hard to pull out even when warm. To me the yellow plastic has changed compared to our other VW's with the orangey coloured plastic dipsticks.
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Golf mk7 / Re: Replacement dipstick
« Last post by symonh2000 on 06 April 2026, 14:13 »This is the one I bought, it was £16 when I bought it though...
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/204043967985
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/204043967985
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Detailing / water spots spotted on front hood
« Last post by candywhite12 on 06 April 2026, 12:02 »noticed the spots after i gave the car a nice wash but made a mistake when i washed it on windy day, probably dried that part up before i had the chance to dry with my towel. Applied ceramic a month ago, spots happened after that which is weird, and have been unable to remove them. Used compound by hand and waxed the area again, they seemed to disappear on the day but today under different lightning there they were those little f***ers. It's only in a small area, i'm talking 10 spots in total but i'd like to get rid off. I'm not in favor of trying out too many restoring products in fear of messing my paint.
Any pro ideas would be most welcome
Any pro ideas would be most welcome
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Golf mk8 / Re: 8.5 - 1st oil change
« Last post by candywhite12 on 06 April 2026, 11:49 »Yes, they will change the filter. An oil service will always include it.
actually they said no filter needs changing at 7.500 km, they have that down for the 15k service
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Golf mk8 / Re: Coolant Warning
« Last post by Tony Jazz on 06 April 2026, 09:56 »Mine hit the 5 year old point in Oct 25. I've had the extended warranty cover since it turned over 3 years in 2023. Managed to get another 2 years cover but VW wont extend it after that. Turns out approx. £31 per month which includes yearly service, MOT and Breakdown cover. Just coming up to 40K soon.
As for the coolant, some good advice from the Forum members as always.
Admittedly I've always been somewhat OCD with oil and filter changes, gearbox oil change and I am about to get the coolant flushed and changed this week too. Quoted £200 at a VW dealer which isn't too bad.
If something does go wrong, at least VW cant say I've neglected anything!
Hope your issue gets resolved.
As for the coolant, some good advice from the Forum members as always.
Admittedly I've always been somewhat OCD with oil and filter changes, gearbox oil change and I am about to get the coolant flushed and changed this week too. Quoted £200 at a VW dealer which isn't too bad.
If something does go wrong, at least VW cant say I've neglected anything!
Hope your issue gets resolved.
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Golf mk7 / Re: Winter Tyres
« Last post by golfDB on 06 April 2026, 07:58 »I run a Mk7 GTD on Santiago’s 19 inch. Years ago tried to change to all season or winter tyres, but could not find any in 225/35/19. I ended up buying a set of 18 inch Wheels and putting Michelin Cross Climate 2 on them. I usually change over in October/April. The Cross Climates are superb in snow and would happily run them all year.
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Cars and parts for sale / Golf GTI TCR for sale - Full VW history, Akrapovic, 1 previous owner
« Last post by flipflops on 05 April 2026, 22:40 »Hi, as per title
Pure Grey TCR with full VWSH, diff oil recently changed at VW, 1 previous owner and 41,000 miles.
Over and above standard spec
Akrapovic
Honeycomb decals
Side airbags front and rear
Rear tinted glass
Completely unmodified, comes with 2 keys, original bill of sale and original dealer number plates
£25,595
Pure Grey TCR with full VWSH, diff oil recently changed at VW, 1 previous owner and 41,000 miles.
Over and above standard spec
Akrapovic
Honeycomb decals
Side airbags front and rear
Rear tinted glass
Completely unmodified, comes with 2 keys, original bill of sale and original dealer number plates
£25,595
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Golf mk7 / Re: What have you done to your MK 7 today ?
« Last post by A-Kai on 05 April 2026, 20:13 »Spring clean complete! Full decon to wash off all the winter grime and breathe some life into the exhaust tips.
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Golf mk7 / Re: Winter Tyres
« Last post by Al1040 on 05 April 2026, 15:13 »Goodyear Vector are a great all season tyre as an alternative to the Michelin, very good in the rain and ice.