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This one fits the Mk8 Clubsport seats just and looks good to, i got it for the same reason
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0014DIFYK

This is a very common Mk6 GTI issue and it's usually the intake manifold runner linkage wearing over time rather than anything you've done. The hot weather and A/C being on is almost certainly just a coincidence.

If it is P2015, the metal repair bracket/stop is a well-proven fix and plenty of owners have run them for years without any further issues. It effectively stops the actuator arm from travelling beyond the worn section of the manifold, so it's more than just a temporary bodge in many cases.

That said, if the manifold itself has other issues (failed runner motor, excessive play, broken flaps, etc.) then the bracket won't fix those, and a replacement manifold is the better option.

For around £20, I'd fit the bracket first if the manifold is otherwise operating correctly. If the fault returns or diagnostics show the manifold has additional problems, then I'd replace the manifold.

I'd also avoid the really cheap £60 manifolds unless they're genuine or from a reputable brand. There are some poor-quality aftermarket ones about, and it's not a job you'll want to do twice.

I'm after front seat covers to protect the seat fabric from my sweaty derriere post exercise. There's a bewildering array of them on Amazon so I wondered if anyone could recommend one. I'd prefer not to use disposable ones but given how often there'll be needed, a pack would last a very long time. Cheers!

I’ve only just spotted this discussion topic as I don’t venture onto the mk4 forum board very often these days, but I always really like seeing someone taking the trouble to put some love back into an old(er) Golf. I have a soft spot for a mk4 Golf as my first VW was a mk4 (sadly not a 2.8 V6 4-Motion) and in its day it felt quite premium compared to the likes of an Astra or Focus, with little touches like the blue instrument illumination, the really high quality feeling row of switches below the centre air vents, the small third sun visor behind the rear view mirror and the chrome tie down hooks in the boot.

I hope you managed to get the car ready in time for the Simply VW event at Beaulieu on 24 May and I hope you’ll provide an update on how the project progressed, along with some more pictures (please!).