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The garage / Re: first minor GTI service @ 10k miles
« Last post by candywhite12 on 28 July 2026, 11:31 »
Quote from: Watts on 27 July 2026, 19:16
Not sure about all the elements of the service schedule, not saying it's wrong, just can't say it's right. One point though is the diff service which on the MK7 was 3 years or 30k miles. Oh, and the DSG service which I think is 80k miles. There may well be differences between UK vs Cyprus servicing.

I assume they checked the software but it wasn't mentioned. The car has a service plan so I didn't pay but the invoice showed just over £200.

they don't offer service plans here so i'm stuck with paying every time  :cry: anyways sounds about the same what you are saying re: 1st service, i think the rest of the intervals are pretty much streamlined regardless of the market
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Golf mk8 / Re: Temporary seat cover recommendations
« Last post by candywhite12 on 28 July 2026, 11:28 »
https://www.slimsdetailing.co.uk/products/disposable-car-seat-covers-100

these work like a charm in case you only need them for post exercise protection
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Golf mk8 / Re: Temporary seat cover recommendations
« Last post by Watts on 28 July 2026, 10:13 »
Quote from: Watts on 22 July 2026, 11:07
Quote from: DrG_GTi on 22 July 2026, 10:43
This one fits the Mk8 Clubsport seats just and looks good to, i got it for the same reason :grin: :cool:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0014DIFYK

That looks very good, thanks!

I bought a similar one but one that works with a seat airbag (now not so sure there is one, if anyone knows...) but it's so tight across the bolsters that you can't sit in the seat properly. Shame as otherwise it's very good. Does yours do the same or can you sit right at the back of the seat?
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Golf mk8 / Re: Factory Delays
« Last post by valentino on 28 July 2026, 09:15 »
I wanted a standard Gti 265 near the end of Feb this year. March 4th was collecting it. cant be bothered with all this pre ordering, just get one from whats already available. on the road in a few days, job sorted
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Golf mk8 / Re: OBD11 Information
« Last post by Carlosfandango on 28 July 2026, 01:23 »
I turned off lane assist and some other stuff on my late 2024 built MY25 8.5 GTI, try the VAG specific app if you haven’t already, that’s the app I used to change mine, didn’t work with the other app.
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The garage / Re: first minor GTI service @ 10k miles
« Last post by Watts on 27 July 2026, 19:16 »
Not sure about all the elements of the service schedule, not saying it's wrong, just can't say it's right. One point though is the diff service which on the MK7 was 3 years or 30k miles. Oh, and the DSG service which I think is 80k miles. There may well be differences between UK vs Cyprus servicing.

I assume they checked the software but it wasn't mentioned. The car has a service plan so I didn't pay but the invoice showed just over £200.
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Golf mk8 / Re: GTI vs CS suspension difference?
« Last post by davo245 on 27 July 2026, 18:34 »
I have got a mk8 with 19 "s and the springs that come with the Adelaides. Non Dcc

I had a mk7.5 GTI performance with 19s and DCC I paid for as on option I would not spec DCC again never really used any other setting than normal that much and would never pay to spec it again.

Thats just my opinion and mk7.5 doesn't have the range of settings a mk8.5 does but I think you will just find a setting you like regarded never move it.
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Golf mk2 / Notchy gear change
« Last post by Klanky on 27 July 2026, 16:26 »
i have a 1990 Mk2. GTI 8V. it goes pretty well other than for a couple of minor niggles, one being a mystery power drain (more of that later) but the main issue I have at the moment is a very notchy and approximate gear change, especially on hot days.
1st to 2nd in particular is slow and baulky but the other gears are also not exactly slick.
Am i right in thinking that this could be the bushes at the bottom of the stick?
And secondly can anyone recommend a decent Mk2 restoration / repair company in the Cheshire area?
Thanks in advance.
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Cars and parts for sale / Re: re: Golf Clubsport S for sale
« Last post by MinchCS on 27 July 2026, 15:45 »
That must be fun. Mine is standard and a hoot. On the road anyway,
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Golf mk8 / GTI vs CS suspension difference?
« Last post by flipflops on 27 July 2026, 12:32 »
Just wanting to know the difference between the two to work out if it's a worthwhile upgrade? Spring rates, ride height etc, non DCC.
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