MK5 Golf GTI

All Things Mk5 => Members Rides => Topic started by: Tfsi_Mike on July 25, 2011, 02:10:15 pm

Title: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 25, 2011, 02:10:15 pm
WORK IN PROGRESS TO TIDY THIS 1st POST UP - will work on re-indexing.

Spec so far...


Engine

* Braille Battery (5Kg) Re-fitted OEM battery
* NGK Irridiums (7's)
* R8 Coilpacks
* Loba HPFP
* TSI Cam follower roller conversion
* TTE420 Hybrid Turbo  :evilgrin:
* RTech Tuning Custom mapping - Hard cut limiter, 1:1 Linear mapping, switchable boost settings
* Comette uprated head gasket
* ARP Head studs
* APR Intercooler
* RFD kit
* Air Con condenser & compressor delete.
* Rev G DV
* GFB DV+
* REVO Cam coated intake with cold air feed from fog grill.
* AKS tuning heat shield. (now Rtech double skinned heat shield)
* BCS Automotive 3.5" heat wrapped DP with 3" Decat prestige system.
* 155 Bar FPRV
* TTRS LPFP with AKS Tuning Blank.
* Neuspeed Turbo Discharge pipe.
* AKS Tuning Throttle body pipe.
* Forge DV & Throttle body hose.
* AKS threaded boss fitted to sump for Oil temp sender.
* ECS Magnetic sump plug
* AEM WMI kit - Not fitted yet
* AKS TB Meth spacer plate
* Fluid Dampr Bottom pulley
* AKS tuning Oil pump balance shaft delete upgrade

Transmision

* Forge Short Shift
* Design draft 42 shifter bushes
* AKS Tuning shifter bracket bushes
* Helix Clutch kit / SMF - Switching to Helix twin plate kit
* Peloquin Diff
* AKS bleed block orifice mod
* AKS Clutch hard line upgrade


Chassis

* Vibratechnics Engine & Gearbox mounts
* Vibratechnics lower mount
* Vibratechnics Dogbone mount bush

* TD Pro Race 1.2 8x18" with trackday tyres.
* Speedline Turini 8x18" ET42 with daily tyres. (Now sold but will buy some more!)
* Bilstein PSS10
* Ground control adjustable top mounts
* Neuspeed 25mm ARBS
* Alloy lower arms with SuperPro adjustable ball joints.
* AKS black Hub Stud conversion
* Full SuperPro polybushed Chassis.
* SuperPro antilift kit.
* Whiteline bumpsteer kit.
* AKS Subframe lock kit

* AKS BBK - Brembo Gt Senior w/ 370mm 2piece fully floating Brembo motorsport rotors & Pagid blue pads.
* TTRS Master cylinder. (Not fitted yet)
* S3 rear brakes with Ferrodo DS2500 pads
* Full HEL braided brakeline kit
* ATE Superblue racing fluid

* Underbody aero mods
* Cup spoiler splitter
* AKS Tuning rolled arches
* Carbon fibre 'race spec' 3.5Kg bonnet

Mini mods & Misc.

* Polar Advance FIS
* TTRS Engine cover
* OEM+ retrimmed, flat bottom Cupra MFSW
* Retro Fitted highline clocks
* AKS custom fabricated battery tray.
* Modified rocker cover for flush fit oil cap - Refitted gem cam cover
* Forge Washer bottle neck
* R8 Oil & Coolant caps
* Newsouth boost gauge in drivers heater vent
* Brodit iPhone holder
* GoPro hardwired.
* Carbon Fibre Go Pro mount (non he'd rest version)
* Auto Anti dazzle rear view retrofit
* Flocked dash parts
* Boot 'pop' mod - removed (annoying)
* In pro Smoked repeaters
* Osram Silver/Blue indicator bulbs
* LaminX smoke gray Fog lights (currently removed for airflow)
* Gloss black roof
* Gloss black Fog Grills & lower front Grill
* Gloss black rear valance
* Carbon wrapped Seat badge
* LED number plate lights
* PIAA sidelights
* White interior LED conversion
* De wipered
* White LED conversion on climate control panel
* Schroth 3point harness
* OSIR footrest

Previous parts fitted.

* Carbonio carbon airbox & panel filter
* Dbilas Intake
* ITG Maxogen intake, heat wrapped.

* Nology silver plugs
* NGK 8's

* Forge DV
* Forge Supersize DV
* GFB DV+

* Miltek TBE with interchangeable sports cat & decat section

* TTS lower arms
* Whiteline antilift kit
* KW V3

* OEM Cupra Brakes
* NQSBBK with Pagid blues
* Brembo (Porsche 996TT) with 350mm AMG rotors
* Goodridge braided hoses

* Sachs clutch kit

* Jcaps Washer cap



Next bits planned:

Next few things for the car;


Carbon bonnet painted red  Done
Charcoal canister delete.  Done
Detail Done at Midlands car care
2nd set of TD PR 1.2 with road tyres Bought some Speedlines

Next 'wants & needs' - Ongoing...

OEM Seat interior trim kit (Comes satin silver, going to paint gloss black)  Done
Forge Red DV hose Done
Red R8 coilpacks Done
Swap my modified rear view mirror for a Retro fit Auto Anti dazzle Cupra mirror. - Done
Replacement windscreen (current one has some scratches in it  Walking Sad) - Done
Charcoal delete fault mapped out. - Done
Polar Advance unit - Done
Longer wheel nuts to keep wheel studs from bbeing exposed to the elements  - Done
AKS Tuning Custom enlarged TB pipe. - Done
Subframe Lock kit re fitted - Done

 
Things STILL on the list;

Supertech Valve springs or R8 V10
Slightly modify Splitter & paint gloss black
LineaR grill?
Back half of dash flocked.
Upgrade door speakers
Recaro Pole Positions
At next cambelt time - Red Silicone coolant hose kit
AEM WMI or DO
Golf R side skirts
Upgrade fog bulbs to Ring XENON ULTIMA
2nd set of fogs to LaminX yellow for winter.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 25, 2011, 02:11:09 pm
I ordered my Leon Cupra in August 2007.  I was lucky enough to get her tax free and with military discount at the Price of £15,500.
I only opted for Xenon adaptive headlights with the view to retro fit anything I'd wished I'd ordered after.

Plan was / is to go go as far as I can afford with this, here is how far Ive got so far...

Here she is bog standard not long after I'd collected her in Jan 2008.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fo56%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2F100_0388.jpg&hash=54031fdfaaae0ff316959b11ad167ae13a1db8ae)

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Hit the slippery slope

1st time I drove back to the Uk on a long weekend I went to Awesome Gti, without even calling in at home which was en route!

Had Forge DV, APR Stage 1 and shiny Carbonio inlet.

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Pulling out of Awesome car park it just felt so eager to go!!!  Why wasn't it like this from the factory!
Had a very fun drive back over snake pass to let mum know I was back in the country  :ashamed:

Managed to catch up with forum go faster geek Mr Hurditch at a local show that weekend before going back to work in Shermany.
It was a show at Elsecar Heritage centre, dragged along my best mate who at the time had a 20vT BAM Polo (Engines now in a lovely MkII Golf)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 25, 2011, 02:13:38 pm
Not long after I had another long weekend and managed to source somewhere with a Miltek Non Res in stock...
A trek down to TSR performance from Doncastered and I now had the " :evilgrin:" sound.
Stuck it on the rollers too.  Must admit was a lttle disheartened with the figures compared to the REVO results people were
raving about at the time....

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Caught BTCC at Brands hatch too and decided I needed this setup in my life;

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Few too many pennies for me though  :sad1:

Little mods saw me upto the summer;

Cupspoiler...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2FCupra_and_Polo%2Ffittingsplitter2.jpg&hash=d486a53e6528dbb1b98a92ee9226c6fd6cfc9c2d)

Experimenting with Boost gauge mount...

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Quick spray of the badge till I got some 3M Carbon Vinyl...

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Rear wiper delete... (doesn't make me go any faster, does it.)

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Black badge and gimp mask on ready for the motorway to Uk for Pre deployment leave...

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Some show plates and super sticky adhesive Velcro...

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Some destruction of centre console to fit a Sony Ipod & Usb H-unit...

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Fitted some PIAA LED sidelights that are meant to stop errors caused by low power consumption

OEM Vs PIAA White LED, happy with these as I love the subtle mini mods.

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 25, 2011, 04:17:58 pm

Carbon Sills with Cupra vinyl...

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One of my favourite mods, the white LEDs soldered into climate panel instead of cheap /drab looking all red...

Before...

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After...

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 25, 2011, 04:42:32 pm
After saving like hell in Afghanistan I treat her to some new shoes....   BBS CH Black edition

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Surely Ive got a pic of them clean.... somewhere  :ashamed:

As you may have spotted did wind deflectors, In Pro smoked repeaters & Gloss black roof too  :smiley:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fo56%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2Fphoto.jpg&hash=510c1006913d4d24b1261ec0daf0957490e34c18)

Then came fitting my Dbilas, APR Cooler, APR St 2, KW V3, Neuspeed ARBs, R8 Coolant & oil caps, BSH catch can!





Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Gti_Mad on July 25, 2011, 05:32:20 pm
hi mike lookin rele good dude couple of questions for ya

1. whats a bumpsteer kit ???4

2. did u do the led dial conversion yourself ??

3. can u bring any piaa bulb kits back with ya on your next return home ???
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Janner_Sy on July 25, 2011, 05:40:10 pm
crap car :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 25, 2011, 05:45:26 pm
hi mike lookin rele good dude couple of questions for ya

1. whats a bumpsteer kit ???4

2. did u do the led dial conversion yourself ??

3. can u bring any piaa bulb kits back with ya on your next return home ???

1. Julian at balance motorsport puts it into words 100x better than me & have £10 off orders of £120

2. With some help from my science & computer tutor

3. Ordered them from power bulbs in china  :happy2:


crap car :grin:

Bla bla bla  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 25, 2011, 05:57:35 pm

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fo56%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2F16062010555.jpg&hash=8f805070c731c02cb039cee30423bdc3596c747e)


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Bought the TDs off GazbutS3...

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and some very sticky boots, these things are awesome! Toyo R888....

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Janner_Sy on July 25, 2011, 06:02:40 pm
Quote
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i believe thats outside my house
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 25, 2011, 06:05:07 pm
i believe thats outside HER MAJESTYS house

Knew that was coming.


Edited that for you  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 25, 2011, 06:09:14 pm

Carbon wrapped Seat Badge

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 25, 2011, 06:15:22 pm
Awesome open day

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: damoegan on July 25, 2011, 06:56:18 pm
'Bout' time you got one of these up, Mike  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 25, 2011, 06:57:25 pm
'Bout' time you got one of these up, Mike  :happy2:

My old photobucket is such a mess, trying to do this systematically in the right order is a right pain in the arse lol
Title: What next. . .
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 25, 2011, 07:10:47 pm
The important bit

What's left to do

Under chassis mods - doing tommorow
NQS BBK - fitted next week
Air Con pump off - next week
Bumpsteer Kit - fitted next week / alignment?
Braille battery - Fitted next week
Blueflame 3" DP (Buying off TrickGti)

Blueflame 3" System (somebody buy my miltek!)
Try Neuspeed drop links (Buying off Snapey when Im home)
Awesome Gti Mats (Happy birthday too meeee)

Cupra R engine cover
BSH to Forge Catch can swap.
Neuspeed Discharge & Turbo outlet pipes (every little helps)
Diff (undecided which one, good reviews from most so cheapest)
Carbon bonnet
REVO (Apr a bit tame for me and Apr support getting even more scarce now awesome have stopped using APR)
Re furb TD 1.2s

Facelift CupraR Clock Cluster (cheers RichN !)
OSIR / Gulfstream footrest
OSIR gaiter
Rear valance painted gloss black (christmas @ Cooks Seat Manchester)
Flat bottomed wheel / (dare I treat myself to a Reverié wheel?)
Recaro Profi SPA Drivers seat
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: s3dubbin on July 25, 2011, 07:28:07 pm
Reverie wheel is a must! Then i will copy you.  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Hurdy on July 25, 2011, 08:12:34 pm
Almost 3 years and finally you get your own build thread up - good work Mike :happy2:

Can't wait for the next installment - however long it takes  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 25, 2011, 08:13:16 pm
Almost 3 years and finally you get your own build thread up - good work Mike :happy2:

Can't wait for the next installment - however long it takes  :laugh:

Im getting there  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Andy on July 25, 2011, 11:09:07 pm
Nice build thread Mike but don't take 2 years to update it :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Cupra R on July 26, 2011, 09:18:35 am
Me likey   :congrats: :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: 56OctyVRS on July 26, 2011, 03:09:31 pm
Nice motor that Mike.  I have always liked these cars and nearly purchased one a bit back but my Octy VRS fits my needs more.  However my Mrs is going to pass her test soon...hmmm...second car me thinks :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 26, 2011, 10:07:32 pm

Did the aero under body mods this afternoon.  Piece of piss and hopefully save a euro or two on the autobahn in fuel.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Andy on July 27, 2011, 12:45:17 am
The important bit

What's left to do

Under chassis mods - doing tommorow
NQS BBK - fitted next week
Air Con pump off - next week
Bumpsteer Kit - fitted next week / alignment?
Braille battery - Fitted next week
Blueflame 3" DP (Buying off TrickGti)
Blueflame 3" System (somebody buy my miltek!)
Try Neuspeed drop links (Buying off Snapey when Im home)
Awesome Gti Mats (Happy birthday too meeee)


BSH to Forge Catch can swap.
Neuspeed Discharge & Turbo outlet pipes (every little helps)
Diff (undecided which one, good reviews from most so cheapest)
Carbon bonnet
REVO (Apr a bit tame for me and Apr support getting even more scarce now awesome have stopped using APR)
Re furb TD 1.2s

Facelift CupraR Clock Cluster (cheers RichN !)
OSIR / Gulfstream footrest
Rear valance painted gloss black (christmas @ Cooks Seat Manchester)
Flat bottomed wheel / (dare I treat myself to a Reverié wheel?)
Recaro Profi SPA Drivers seat


nice little list to do then  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: danh on July 27, 2011, 01:31:57 am
Oooo Mike... Facelift clocks is something I have searched high and low for information on the Leons, do you have info on how to do it or is RichN doing it for you?

Car looks absolutely awesome too!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 27, 2011, 06:52:42 am
nice little list to do then  :signLOL:

Should keep me busy  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: GLIDN on July 27, 2011, 01:09:29 pm
Strange, I know I commented on your thread earlier today? :confused:

None the less, Your Seat is turning out great. I do like the new colour for the CH's.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 28, 2011, 02:40:31 pm

Bumpsteer kit & Braille battery arrived today, just waiting for Battery box, fitting Sat / Mon

Ordered these this morning...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Xtec-C5W-LED-Error-Free-Number-Plate-Bulbs-BMW-SKODA-VW-/370490211912?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item5642effe48#ht_2077wt_1139

Detail session on Saturday  :party: :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: keano on July 28, 2011, 05:21:56 pm
Mike.....


The pads I ordered for your car are here. I hope you don't mind an awesome shine?  :wink: :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 28, 2011, 05:25:17 pm
Mike.....


The pads I ordered for your car are here. I hope you don't mind an awesome shine?  :wink: :grin:

Suppose an Awesome shine will have to do  :jumpmove:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: keano on July 28, 2011, 05:26:04 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm7.static.flickr.com%2F6003%2F5984515075_4f85336e35_z.jpg&hash=06a8260c4a3d06cb5a6a89f613a17cc051670aa0)

Just going to put the gazebo up now for it  :party: :party: :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 28, 2011, 05:34:30 pm

 :party: She needs some TLC.  Hope I can fix the poorly sill on leave
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: 56OctyVRS on July 28, 2011, 08:30:24 pm
On the map front why not go for Shark Performance.  I know others have commented that the map is smoother than Revos. I know mine is at Stage 1 and it feels a lot quicker than 240bhp :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 28, 2011, 08:31:49 pm

The APR 2+ is pretty smooth Im just after squeezing out that little extra useable power  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: 56OctyVRS on July 28, 2011, 08:37:49 pm
JannerSy had the stage 3 with his Octy and loved it!  I keep saying im not going past stage 1 but its sooooo tempting :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 02, 2011, 08:35:44 am

Had a detail this week.  Very happy with it, Pics in detailing section  :party: :party: Big thanks to Keano

Had Cambelt / Waterpump, Bumpsteer kit and new rear brakes fitted this morning.

Fitted some Xtec White LED number plate bulbs, Braille lightweight battery and StevePs old battery box.

Had an oil leak investigated (driveshaft oil seal) and a VCDS scan picked up a slight misfire on Cyl3 love the chocolate coilpacks! (At least I hope its only a coilpack :( )

Pics to follow
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: gulfstream11 on August 02, 2011, 12:32:44 pm
^^^^^^^^^^^ Maybe thats why I,m still waiting for my Brake sensor loom wotsit to be fitted.. :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: keano on August 02, 2011, 02:46:46 pm
Just been down to Vagco again Mike and expected to see your car residing there again   :grin:

Simon says your in AGAIN tomorrow for your brakes? (you should defffoooo give me your old ones  :P )
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 02, 2011, 02:56:45 pm
Just been down to Vagco again Mike and expected to see your car residing there again   :grin:

Simon says your in AGAIN tomorrow for your brakes? (you should defffoooo give me your old ones  :P )

You get your money knocked off mate?  :happy2:

Fitting NQS BBK in the morning  :party:

Would be a hell of alot easier to sell them to you mate but VrSerious has already paid for them.  Would save me trekking to York.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2011, 03:02:16 pm
Ill be interested to see what you think of the NQSBBK compared to the R32/cupra setup!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 02, 2011, 03:03:43 pm
Ill be interested to see what you think of the NQSBBK compared to the R32/cupra setup!

So am I interested  :party:
Cant wait, hope theyre gurrrrrd
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2011, 03:05:16 pm
Ill be interested to see what you think of the NQSBBK compared to the R32/cupra setup!

So am I interested  :party:
Cant wait, hope theyre gurrrrrd

Only thing i don't like about the idea of the NQSB is the small disc size i love the look of the mahoooosive 345mm.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: keano on August 02, 2011, 03:09:51 pm
Just been down to Vagco again Mike and expected to see your car residing there again   :grin:

Simon says your in AGAIN tomorrow for your brakes? (you should defffoooo give me your old ones  :P )

You get your money knocked off mate?  :happy2:

Fitting NQS BBK in the morning  :party:

Would be a hell of alot easier to sell them to you mate but VrSerious has already paid for them.  Would save me trekking to York.

Money knocked off? Didn't mention that lol. (or you mean the money you gave to him for me? )

And I am also extremely appauled at your attitude to selling your brakes haha  :grin:  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: keano on August 02, 2011, 03:10:32 pm
Ill be interested to see what you think of the NQSBBK compared to the R32/cupra setup!

I heard the cupra/ r32 ones are shocking Rich....

.... you should sell them...  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2011, 03:37:56 pm
Ill be interested to see what you think of the NQSBBK compared to the R32/cupra setup!

I heard the cupra/ r32 ones are shocking Rich....

.... you should sell them...  :innocent:

 :signLOL: I think I'm just gonna get some proper pads now.  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Hedge on August 02, 2011, 03:50:05 pm

Only thing i don't like about the idea of the NQSB is the small disc size i love the look of the mahoooosive 345mm.

You're just all scene aren't you Rich?  :grin:  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 02, 2011, 03:51:44 pm

Only thing i don't like about the idea of the NQSB is the small disc size i love the look of the mahoooosive 345mm.

You're just all scene aren't you Rich?  :grin:  :wink:

I will be quite sad to lose those massive discs like
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2011, 04:00:19 pm

Only thing i don't like about the idea of the NQSB is the small disc size i love the look of the mahoooosive 345mm.

You're just all scene aren't you Rich?  :grin:  :wink:

Thats me....  i only bought them cos they were red! :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Cupra R on August 02, 2011, 04:04:55 pm
Is this NQSB Brake setup similar to what is fitted to mk1 Leon Cupra R's?

ie 323mm Vented Discs with Four Pot Brembo's?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: muckipup on August 02, 2011, 04:28:42 pm
Nope, it uses the standard 312mm discs with 4-pot Brembo calipers from the front of a 986 Boxster  :happy2:

http://briskoda.net/forums/topic/169744-not-so-big-brake-kit-porsche-brembo-4-pot-calipers-on-vrs/ (http://briskoda.net/forums/topic/169744-not-so-big-brake-kit-porsche-brembo-4-pot-calipers-on-vrs/)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Cupra R on August 02, 2011, 04:58:59 pm
Nope, it uses the standard 312mm discs with 4-pot Brembo calipers from the front of a 986 Boxster  :happy2:

http://briskoda.net/forums/topic/169744-not-so-big-brake-kit-porsche-brembo-4-pot-calipers-on-vrs/ (http://briskoda.net/forums/topic/169744-not-so-big-brake-kit-porsche-brembo-4-pot-calipers-on-vrs/)

Ah, I see.

Just read your post on Briskoda.  Great write up  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 03, 2011, 10:09:11 pm

Car feels more nimble after fitting NQS BBK.  Performance not evident until they're bedded in and bled again at the end of the week.

Look really small  :signLOL:

The braille hasn't moved an inch after a few days driving.

Quick VCDS scan was counting a missfire on cyl3, bloody chocolate coilpacks  :fighting:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fo56%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2FP1040508.jpg&hash=9e0ad806ffd94673794362160155fe456e2a2574)
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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: gillm on August 03, 2011, 10:16:05 pm
wow that battery is tiny . good work mate
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 03, 2011, 10:39:15 pm

MTec LEDs  :innocent:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2FP1040511.jpg&hash=b74325b8b17b4d0a89127b26afca05b668afbdf8)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2FP1040512.jpg&hash=3ed436dcfcbcd85a104a66b612dd4b1474e4ed28)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: gillm on August 03, 2011, 10:46:47 pm
where did you get the number plate leds ? thinking of doing mine
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 03, 2011, 10:52:16 pm
where did you get the number plate leds ? thinking of doing mine

Ebay Item number:   370490211912  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: gillm on August 03, 2011, 11:01:22 pm
sorted !
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 03, 2011, 11:02:16 pm
sorted !

 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Blade on August 04, 2011, 08:23:28 am
Loving the battery and brakes Mike. My Tomioka battery goes on today, be interesting to compare.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 04, 2011, 08:36:15 am
Loving the battery and brakes Mike. My Tomioka battery goes on today, be interesting to compare.

Annoying cause Ive been living out of my car as we're traveling around seeing / staying with family so it's been hard to notice much difference.  Same with the undertray mods.  (having said that damaging the front aero tray on keanos drive had made MPG worse  :confused:  :signLOL:)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: keano on August 04, 2011, 09:09:13 am
(having said that damaging the front aero tray on keanos drive had made MPG worse  :confused:  :signLOL:)

Is it really that bad Mike? What's actually happened?

We're gonna chop that barstewards off next weekend
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 04, 2011, 09:15:05 am
(having said that damaging the front aero tray on keanos drive had made MPG worse  :confused:  :signLOL:)

Is it really that bad Mike? What's actually happened?

We're gonna chop that barstewards off next weekend

I should've been more careful mate.  I cant remember if I didnt notice it or assumed it would drop down (like on a hinge type thing)  Was a long day / night / day lol

On the drive from yours to M62 I was UBER conservative and the same driving normally returns 35- 36mpg uphill on my drive to work.  Was hovering around 29 - 30 Same on the 60mph drive to Rochdale to meet DaveB.  Wonder if it's because it's now flapping around under the car.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Richn83 on August 04, 2011, 09:19:20 am
It could be your car is used to running on vpower race mike and now its on the cack 99 stuff!  :signLOL:  I know the car was loaded up on the way from germany to UK but how did the mpg go on that run?

Liking the look of the NQSBBK although the discs do look small!  How is the pedal feel? I fancy a set myself  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: GLIDN on August 05, 2011, 12:06:40 am
what where you using for to keep the battery in place?

In addition, notice any starting issues? or battery running flat?

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: rich83 on August 05, 2011, 12:17:35 am
I was looking up those batteries earlier.... not much change from 1000 pounds for some of them!  :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 05, 2011, 08:24:52 am
It could be your car is used to running on vpower race mike and now its on the cack 99 stuff!  :signLOL:  I know the car was loaded up on the way from germany to UK but how did the mpg go on that run?

Liking the look of the NQSBBK although the discs do look small!  How is the pedal feel? I fancy a set myself  :party:

On the run from Germany quickly got to 35 - 36 the car was fully loaded so didnt mind / expect to see 39 - 40

Need to give the brakes time to bed in, slow speed braking feels good.  Think by the time I get back to Germany they'll  be feeling better.  Might have some fresh fluid flushed through.


I was looking up those batteries earlier.... not much change from 1000 pounds for some of them!  :scared:

I got us a bit of a discount with Linden batteries.  About £120  :happy2:

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,32599.0.html


what where you using for to keep the battery in place?

In addition, notice any starting issues? or battery running flat?



Using Heavy duty self adhesive velcro from Halfords  :happy2: Have added the plastic battery box too.  If it ever does move ( I doubt it will!) then the terminals will only have plastic to touch not metal.

No starting issues.  The car has had normal daily use and will be untill xmas.  When we get back to England and make use of the Lupo Ill get a trrickle charger incase


Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: keano on August 08, 2011, 03:51:45 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm7.static.flickr.com%2F6142%2F6022269008_c3e2c5696c_z.jpg&hash=0f30babd5151a42e4527da3f14e9f4c4c836354f)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 08, 2011, 03:55:48 pm

 :innocent:

So far nothing bad to report on the battery.  Brakes seem to be biting more after the drive to germany.

Deciding whether I can afford a 3" blueflame DP this month  :evilgrin:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 08, 2011, 07:14:01 pm
Well the downpipe wont be going on untill xmas time.  The miltek will do. The blueflame DP will be getting wrapped in exhaust tape before fitting.

Eventually replacing the rest of the miltek system with Blueflame or custom 3"

Next thing is 4 coilpacks & alignment in next few weeks.

What will the next savings pot be for....

Carbon bonnet,
Diff,
Or Revo

Im thinking that is my order of preference actually.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: rdfcpete on August 08, 2011, 07:32:33 pm
^ F***ing cool rear view M pic both of you  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: keano on August 08, 2011, 10:27:04 pm
^ F***ing cool rear view M pic both of you  :happy2:

Sexy isn't it ;)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 09, 2011, 10:33:06 am
Only 2 exterior styling mods I can think of are;

1.  gloss black rear valance, where rear plate goes.
2. OEM tailgate spoiler

Cant decide on red or gloss black on the spoiler though...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2F1cb048de.jpg&hash=12fa8ae1d80ab639b92d431d27bfe932637176f6)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm7.static.flickr.com%2F6003%2F5994681829_34c5884650_b.jpg&hash=2ae3794d28ff3fafcfd4b0d9481854581ce0f593)

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This is the spoiler...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fz332%2Fbuzz1231%2F100_1571.jpg&hash=42f040b11f26b26ca4dc9b659a9b641a45303b56)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: keano on August 09, 2011, 11:12:51 am
Hmm. Toughy...

I'd say red if it's an extension of an already red spoiler. What do you think?  :evilgrin:

EDIT: Unless you have the top of your original spoiler painted black...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 09, 2011, 11:38:25 am

Im leaning towards red...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 09, 2011, 11:42:11 am
Black:

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-isti-Brjp6I/TkEIVyPMLLI/AAAAAAAAAFk/PDMEUKe3iH8/s800/Black.jpg)

Red:

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UXF6XSuuMLs/TkEIWiKTdTI/AAAAAAAAAFo/23r2Ygfht5Y/s800/Red.jpg)[/QUOTE]
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: keano on August 09, 2011, 11:51:00 am
red  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 09, 2011, 12:22:54 pm
Black:

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-g3KBDvuS59w/TkERXtkc4AI/AAAAAAAAAF0/DpNWuOdVOso/s800/Black%2525202.jpg)

Red:

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-mSZQtrPu9KY/TkERYqfafdI/AAAAAAAAAF4/r0u6IDnP5fw/s800/Red%2525202.jpg)[/QUOTE]


Red agreed
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: DaveyCupra on August 09, 2011, 01:06:10 pm
I agree, the red spoiler looks better, what about a set of sideskirts to complete the look as well mate? I think they would finish the car off superbly!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: keano on August 09, 2011, 01:09:35 pm
I agree, the red spoiler looks better, what about a set of sideskirts to complete the look as well mate? I think they would finish the car off superbly!

He has a point Mike. Could cover up that big dint too  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 09, 2011, 01:22:40 pm
Not too keen on ths skirts.  I bought the spoiler and skirts a couple of years ago
Decided against it and sold them on.  Want it as OEM looking as poss
 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 09, 2011, 01:24:24 pm
Coilpacks ordered, an unexciting spend on the car :(

Limped her way to Germany bless her.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: keano on August 09, 2011, 02:15:56 pm
Want it as OEM looking as poss


 :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 09, 2011, 02:17:43 pm
Want it as OEM looking as poss


 :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:

I think apart from the lowering and the wheels it's nice and understated, ya git  :fighting:

*off to sulk  :sad1:
Title: Re: What next. . .
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 09, 2011, 06:13:41 pm
The important bit

What's left to do

Under chassis mods - doing tommorow Done
NQS BBK - fitted next week Done
Air Con pump off - next week Done
Bumpsteer Kit - fitted next week / alignment? Done
Braille battery - Fitted next week Done
Blueflame 3" DP (Buying off TrickGti) Deposit paid
Blueflame 3" System (somebody buy my miltek!)
Try Neuspeed drop links (Buying off Snapey when Im home) - Mrs went nuts buying baby stuff on leave lol
Awesome Gti Mats (Happy birthday too meeee)


BSH to Forge Catch can swap.
Neuspeed Discharge & Turbo outlet pipes (every little helps)
Diff (undecided which one, good reviews from most so cheapest)
Carbon bonnet
REVO (Apr a bit tame for me and Apr support getting even more scarce now awesome have stopped using APR)
Re furb TD 1.2s

Facelift CupraR Clock Cluster (cheers RichN !)
OSIR / Gulfstream footrest
OSIR gaiter
Rear valance painted gloss black (christmas @ Cooks Seat Manchester)
Flat bottomed wheel / (dare I treat myself to a Reverié wheel?)
Recaro Profi SPA Drivers seat

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 09, 2011, 06:15:17 pm
Installed battery box to hide the Braille

Before

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After

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: damoegan on August 09, 2011, 06:32:05 pm
Why you replacing the Miltek, Mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 09, 2011, 06:36:13 pm
Why you replacing the Miltek, Mike?

The bracket on the Miltek needs welding, a cheap ish BF downpipe has come up so interested to see
If the reports / reviews on the BF are true.

If I could gain a couple of ponies and have improved hardware on the car it's win win
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 10, 2011, 11:18:42 am
Day off so another quick wash;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2F14a4bcfa.jpg&hash=f09cbb1ca90ffaf2836c96a1680c0a57fdacce09)

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Done;

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Dinner then dyson.

Lacquer peal and stone chips galore :( would a wrap clean to a dripping wet finish keano achieved on last weeks detail?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: danh on August 10, 2011, 01:40:56 pm
Hi Mike,

You done the clock cluster yet? Or do you know what is involved parts wise?

Dan
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 10, 2011, 01:46:43 pm
Hi Mike,

You done the clock cluster yet? Or do you know what is involved parts wise?

Dan

Not yet.  Not be till the new year that one.  CupraR cluster is 5 - 600 quid without a faulty unit to exchange so expensive for a subtle mod!

 Savings pot for the next big mod is Carbon bonnet.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: danh on August 10, 2011, 01:52:31 pm
Car does looks absolutely awesome and carbon bonnet no doubt will look stunning.

Do you know how complex the swap is or is it very similar from going midline -> highline. i.e just the recoding of the unit with mileage and immobiliser etc

Dan
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 12, 2011, 01:04:55 pm

Well, spent the morning ripping my dash to bits for an aesthetic mini mod...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2Fadd77dbb.jpg&hash=b1a5e3d4370a94b332f565c2b98d977abfb1ef7d)

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Quite bad start up this morning, due to the misfire / coilpack I think, 4 new ones are in the post.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: keano on August 12, 2011, 02:21:14 pm
What are you doing exactly? :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 12, 2011, 03:06:13 pm
What are you doing exactly? :popcornsoda:

Sending them to Kev @ KPM for Flocking.  Will probably do Heater vent rings and the strips along the door.

This bit -
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2F8482b11c.jpg&hash=2721cd171afac933948eac4e64c7bd86eb900e4b)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2Fcbeedd54.jpg&hash=baa5755e8520ff5811b34cf6b10f0733d6c0ccb6)

Boxed ready to go...

This and gloss black rear valance are the last 2 mods before saving for bonnet or diff. Need to pull my finger out!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 13, 2011, 07:41:44 pm
Think this confirms my misfire, coilpacks are in the post en route.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1112.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy%2520Leon%2520Cupra%2FMaintenance%2520and%2520Technical%2Fth_39dfe988.jpg&hash=11781fcada4cdbf78dacc3d8421d72aa293bdd44) (http://s1112.photobucket.com/albums/k482/tfsi_mike/My%20Leon%20Cupra/Maintenance%20and%20Technical/?action=view&current=39dfe988.mp4)

Excuse the tailpipes.  Can hear the 'Hiccups' on tickover

** Is it not possible to embed the vid on the post?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: vRSAlex on August 13, 2011, 10:31:56 pm
Send me your dp and I can weld it up, strengthen the bracket and weld the flange properly like it should be from new.

Oh, and red spoiler ;)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 13, 2011, 10:38:04 pm
Send me your dp and I can weld it up, strengthen the bracket and weld the flange properly like it should be from new.

Oh, and red spoiler ;)

Already ordered a blueflame decat replacement :(

Interested in your offer to coat my ITG pipe work though  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Cupra R on August 14, 2011, 06:07:03 am
Mike.

Don't suppose you have any pictres of the rear of the dashpod have you?

May assist others in how to remove  if they show trim/clip locations.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 14, 2011, 08:46:39 am
It looks like it's just 2 more screws but I'll take it out later and get a pic  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Cupra R on August 14, 2011, 09:06:16 am
It looks like it's just 2 more screws but I'll take it out later and get a pic  :happy2:

Thanks mate.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Dsg steel on August 15, 2011, 11:50:48 pm
My mate got one of these pulls like a Train on stage 2+
Takes the piss out my little ko3 :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 17, 2011, 01:20:25 pm

Little update, misfire woes...

4 coilpacks replaced Monday and still hiccups on tickover.  Havent got acess to VCDS though.

Had a bad misfire after fitting the coils (on St2+ map but not noticeable on stock map), starting with abseloute basics I pulled over and gave them all a tap to ensure they were seated propperly.

Did cure the bad misfire (coincidence?) but still seems off power, peaking at 23psi (normally straight to 25 on 25psi guage) and farts and hiccups on tickover.

Bought some new NGK BKR7EIX today.  Current ones (OEM) have only done 3000k !  Will fit when I get home.

Going to do fuel filter this week as its at 59K and hasnt been done yet to my knowledge.

Wrapping or ceramic coating of ITG may have to wait till next month with Flocking of dash bits, havent done bad this month to be honest;

Trip to Uk NQSBBK, Braille battery, Bumpsteer kit, XTec number plate LEDs, Detail & heaaaps of new baby purchases.

Want some new pads for the NQSBBK and posh fluid which will no doubt be a few quid as Ive read upto 2L for flushing through.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: SL03 JOE on August 17, 2011, 01:34:03 pm
its not mass air flow Sensor?

this happened on my brothers mk4 gti and thats what it was. Try unpluging it and then seeing if its better or worse.

Joe.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 17, 2011, 02:29:49 pm
its not mass air flow Sensor?

this happened on my brothers mk4 gti and thats what it was. Try unpluging it and then seeing if its better or worse.

Joe.

Will do, thanks. 

No harm in new plugs anyhow.  It's ussually plugs.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Stocky on August 17, 2011, 03:05:51 pm
Nice Cupra, makes me wish I went red for my leon

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 17, 2011, 08:40:54 pm

Came across a few pre black roof, pre splitter pics;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2FCupra_and_Polo%2FP1010036.jpg&hash=5b4a394fbb6f21c134af63221b888813e7fa21cc)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2FCupra_and_Polo%2FP1010037.jpg&hash=8bfa3e1fe5f00edb1b2e5c647327885c2977097d)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2FCupra_and_Polo%2FP1010039.jpg&hash=da1548fbbdf59bad492117370340a923b7fd4d0b)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2FCupra_and_Polo%2FP1010040.jpg&hash=2569024bc4a0378ed24e573b4f53a9cf9639cb84)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2FCupra_and_Polo%2FP1010041.jpg&hash=746db3ee42fee756b2dbb0e2d9ac86bde9c03451)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2FCupra_and_Polo%2FImage001.jpg&hash=e0ecf2c80311851d721c613a66b50dbae2c753e7)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2FCupra_and_Polo%2FImage002.jpg&hash=56c2c6b77fc9716e0de78e9479961e47be73f44a)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2FCupra_and_Polo%2FImage003.jpg&hash=6f89e3a818293c708b18fe4a957f48674588f163)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 17, 2011, 08:45:37 pm

Visited an old favourite spot at Grassington, via buttertubs pass....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fo56%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2FP1020143.jpg&hash=5f566e9fd68b647078cd0caf07c82e12d17edf15)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 17, 2011, 08:53:56 pm

New plugs went in after work, went for a short confirmation drive and............   :jumping: :driver:

Brought the car back to life!  The 'new' OEM ones Ive just taken out have only been in 2 - 3k miles!

Relief that the frustration is over for now  :smiley:

Will stick some picks up of the state of the old plugs.  Cyl 4 still lets water in and makes the coil & plug rust & scaly  :confused: Has always done it, must put an engine cover back on and see if it makes a difference.


Fuel filter on payday....

Dash flocking, ITG heat wrapped or ceramic coated & better brake pads & posh fluid are the next things on the list.  
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 18, 2011, 07:02:22 am

After swapping the plugs last night the car felt like an animal. 

Such urgency in third and spun up if not gentle in 3rd, doesn't feel the same this morning, nice cool temps similar to last night.  Going to go back to stock map until I get a logging / remap session with Revo.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: vRSAlex on August 18, 2011, 08:48:21 am
What settings are you running on the Revo?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: rich83 on August 18, 2011, 06:35:28 pm
Buttertubs is an awesome road.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 19, 2011, 10:32:05 pm

Today replaced fuse for headlight washers (Wooo)

Priced up Cupra R engine cover to protect engine from grime water and crap, £170 !  :surprised:

Ordering a fuel filter on Monday & washing tommorow, nothing exciting...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 19, 2011, 10:36:31 pm


The important bit

What's left to do

Under chassis mods - doing tommorow Done
NQS BBK - fitted next week Done
Air Con pump off - next week Done
Bumpsteer Kit - fitted next week / alignment? Done
Braille battery - Fitted next week Done
Blueflame 3" DP (Buying off TrickGti) Deposit paid
Blueflame 3" System (somebody buy my miltek!)
Try Neuspeed drop links (Buying off Snapey when Im home) - Mrs went nuts buying baby stuff on leave lol
Awesome Gti Mats (Happy birthday too meeee)

Cupra R engine cover
Rear wind deflectors by Heko
BSH to Forge Catch can swap.
Neuspeed Discharge & Turbo outlet pipes (every little helps)
Diff (undecided which one, good reviews from most so cheapest)
Carbon bonnet
REVO (Apr a bit tame for me and Apr support getting even more scarce now awesome have stopped using APR)
Re furb TD 1.2s

Facelift CupraR Clock Cluster (cheers RichN !)
OSIR / Gulfstream footrest
OSIR gaiter
Rear valance painted gloss black (christmas @ Cooks Seat Manchester)
Flat bottomed wheel / (dare I treat myself to a Reverié wheel?)
Recaro Profi SPA Drivers seat
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Andy on August 19, 2011, 11:57:36 pm
Buttertubs is an awesome road.  :happy2:
yep just up the road from me--should of called in for a cuppa :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 25, 2011, 01:05:30 pm
Buttertubs is an awesome road.  :happy2:
yep just up the road from me--should of called in for a cuppa :grin:

Will take you up on it andy when I get round to having some Altbergs fitted  :happy2: :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: W8 Performance on August 27, 2011, 09:53:09 am
Love your car mike. Just spent nearly an hour reading through from the start. I really should be doing some work now...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 27, 2011, 10:53:14 am
Love your car mike. Just spent nearly an hour reading through from the start. I really should be doing some work now...

Thanks dude  :happy2:

I'm at work now too, meant to be going to the ring tomorrow but will still be on call :(  :fighting:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Andy on August 27, 2011, 10:39:25 pm
Buttertubs is an awesome road.  :happy2:
yep just up the road from me--should of called in for a cuppa :grin:

Will take you up on it andy when I get round to having some Altbergs fitted  :happy2: :happy2:
nice one as altbergs is behind my works :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 29, 2011, 07:39:09 pm


The important bit

What's left to do

Under chassis mods - doing tommorow Done
NQS BBK - fitted next week Done
Air Con pump off - next week Done
Bumpsteer Kit - fitted next week / alignment? Done
Braille battery - Fitted next week Done
Blueflame 3" DP (Buying off TrickGti) Deposit paid
Blueflame 3" System (somebody buy my miltek!)
Try Neuspeed drop links (Buying off Snapey when Im home) - Mrs went nuts buying baby stuff on leave lol
Awesome Gti Mats (Happy birthday too meeee)

Cupra R engine cover
BSH to Forge Catch can swap.
Neuspeed Discharge & Turbo outlet pipes (every little helps)
Diff (undecided which one, good reviews from most so cheapest)
Carbon bonnet
REVO (Apr a bit tame for me and Apr support getting even more scarce now awesome have stopped using APR)
Re furb TD 1.2s

Facelift CupraR Clock Cluster (cheers RichN !)
OSIR / Gulfstream footrest
Polar unit
Rear valance painted gloss black (christmas @ Cooks Seat Manchester)
Flat bottomed wheel / (dare I treat myself to a Reverié wheel?)
Recaro Profi SPA Drivers seat


Added carlack glass sealant, low profile trolley jack, 2 large grit gaurd buckets to the list.

Dash bits still boxed probably post them tomorrow.

VagCom cable, Battery conditioner, heat resistant wrap are en route.  Hoping to be getting a cheap OSIR footrest this week too.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 30, 2011, 09:00:36 pm

I am fuming.

I think my self to take alot more care and pride in my car than Joe bloggs / average Joe
Yet for the second time whilst my car has been parked up someone has driven into it!

Germans and Carparks, I dont know where to start  :fighting:

Was doing a bit of shopping with the missus, return to the car to a local woman telling me something about my car.
The way that they are here, I natrually assumed she was trying to blame me for something.
Untill she walked around the front of my car and pointed....

Was parked on an end bay so only 1 side could be subject to trolley & door opening retards.  Was well within the bay she just wasnt watching what she was doing!   :fighting: :fighting:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2F01307c5f.jpg&hash=a17fba06197681d6c707e40ffa3b17f95a68e2c8)

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iPhone pics dont really show all the scratches to be honest  :ashamed:

Taking it to Seat in the morning for a quote for repair, if I can get time off work  :sick:

Ripped the splitter out of the bottom of the bumper and head light wobbling.

Her insurance company said I can have a hire car or REVO money compensation

Im not leaving my car in a supermarket carpark again!

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 30, 2011, 09:00:54 pm

Would I be within my rights to have the bonnet and wings painted so as not to leave any color mis match?

Keano has plenty of pics from the detail a couple of weeks ago showing fully matching paint...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: OSIR footrest
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 30, 2011, 09:04:07 pm
Tried cheering myself up and spent £27 quid on this;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2FP1010190.jpg&hash=f45c6baeabf398b6b687e93cfd14389041a447fb)

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: damoegan on August 30, 2011, 09:06:17 pm
I'm pretty sure that if your not happy with the match when it comes back you can reject it and send it back to be re-done, Mike..
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Hurdy on August 30, 2011, 09:15:17 pm
Sorry to hear that Mike. Bl00dy foreign drivers! :fighting:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 30, 2011, 09:17:21 pm
I'm pretty sure that if your not happy with the match when it comes back you can reject it and send it back to be re-done, Mike..

Just dont want to get shafted by any German systems, processes  :sick:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: damoegan on August 30, 2011, 09:17:56 pm

Tried cheering myself up and spent £27 quid on this;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2FP1010190.jpg&hash=f45c6baeabf398b6b687e93cfd14389041a447fb)



Thats a bargain mate.

Think I paid £20 odd for the normal GTI one from ebay....
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: golf nutter on August 30, 2011, 09:21:01 pm
brighten our day up too Mike...where did you get that for 20 notes?!?!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 30, 2011, 09:30:56 pm
brighten our day up too Mike...where did you get that for 20 notes?!?!

A member on SCN needed to sell his Cupra. He ended up having to trade in at dealer for a quick sale.

I assured him I would appreciate the footrest more than the dealer   :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 31, 2011, 05:06:20 pm
So, just been to the Seat \ VW \ Audi dealer for an estimate...

They whipped the splitter off for me to make it safe to drive until fixed

Its definately having a new bumper.  I struggled to make it clear I want it all to be a perfect match, going to take a translator on Monday as my german is good but not when it comes to specific motoring questions, especially when I want piece of mind that my car is going to be 100%

Im going to ask for an alignment as she probably drove into my wheel while scraping past.  

What are peoples thoughts on me getting the fog grills and lower front grill sprayed gloss black (at my own expense) while its in the body shop?

Found a duff oil seal while it was on the ramps so will be getting that fixed too
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: golf nutter on August 31, 2011, 05:53:12 pm

What are peoples thoughts on me getting the fog grills and lower front grill sprayed gloss black (at my own expense) while its in the body shop?


 :happy2: BIG +1 on gloss black...will look fab!  sure they will be able to get an exact match if the whole bumper is being replaced.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: vRSAlex on August 31, 2011, 08:29:27 pm
Grilles always seem to chip easily.  But they will look really good in gloss black.  See if they have any ceramic lacquer as that stuff is great at withstanding impacts.  My grille is painted and lacquered with the ceramic stuff has still has no chips after a year.  Bonnet is fecked though.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Heat wrapped ITG
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 03, 2011, 03:43:56 pm
Well had a compression test this morning as cyl 3 is counting a missfire at idle.  Showed healthy.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2F37721b84.jpg&hash=a284b2a91393a53ff3ccc2e9697558012bb8e330)

Going to try injector cleaner to see if it's sticking injector.

Got my CTEK battery conditioner, ace little bit of kit.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2FXS800_12.jpg&hash=4f0761e1fef5ef2d24f7903b64b7b946fe19c02b)




Then spent this lunchtime Wrapping my ITG in heat reflective tape.....

Under side of the heatshield;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2Fe48b9701.jpg&hash=baa462065e166de886693be09ac3a8fd74395ef2)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2Fa01a137f.jpg&hash=16b17674dae0734ff031286500e611a265c776b7)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2Fa849aa60.jpg&hash=13f03a6c438ed1d8b951049e3f72983cdb09b881)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2Fa3e62b99.jpg&hash=047c55586a2dca3554bd5e5343922879534a1034)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2Fcfb77cd3.jpg&hash=f5614891222d33ecd9445b655ca5062fed638639)


Waiting for Snap on seat cover, OSIR footrest, Fuel Filter. Oh and autobrite snow foam and posh towel.

Goes into dealer on Monday to repair bumper from dizzy cow driving into me, also getting them to paint fog & lower grills gloss black.  Oil seal needs replacing on pipe going into intercooler too.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: golf nutter on September 03, 2011, 05:22:04 pm
busy time for you Mike with the car considering the unfortunate supermarket incident!  like the idea of the heat reflective sheeting...good thinking that.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: keano on September 03, 2011, 05:25:28 pm
Cover on it's way Mike.

Royal Fail, 8th Class. Should be with you in 3-4 months.  :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 03, 2011, 05:27:50 pm
Cover on it's way Mike.

Royal Fail, 8th Class. Should be with you in 3-4 months.  :grin: :grin: :grin:

Lol, cheers dude
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 04, 2011, 08:22:55 pm

This week is going to see;

OSIR footrest, New Fuel Filter, Snap on Seat cover, Injector Cleaner going in the tank, Plugs gapped to .64mm, New front bumper, wash with new snow foam  :smiley:

Does anyone know the cost of a new injector?  Id rather have to replace the injector (if that's the cause of the missfire) than have the head off and valves cleaned!

Thinking of trying Revised PCV and Revised DV over Forge and BSH too, thoughts?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 05, 2011, 03:57:35 pm

So she's gone to the dealer for repair  :sad1:

Very worried about the outcome, had better be a good job!  Theyre giving me a good price on the front lower grill and fog grills in gloss black (what a 'good price' is remains to be seen...)

Asked how much it would cost to have the stone chips repaired too.

Theyre doing the oil seal I noticed had perished which is only pence.  The mechanic laughed at me when I said Im going to try injector cleaner incase sticking injector is causing the missfire.  He's going to do some costly investigation...

May aswell get them to fit the Fuel filter when it arrives.


IF the timing was 1 tooth out would it cause a missfire on only one cylinder? 
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 06, 2011, 02:54:38 pm

Soo, the €600 for painting the wings and bonnets stonechips would be better spent towards a carbon bonnet o be honest.

The new bumper will be on and painted by Thursday / Friday  :popcornsoda: think I'm going to ask for a Cupra R (mk1) splitter instead and Leave the cupspoiler off over winter, thoughts?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Richn83 on September 06, 2011, 03:36:37 pm
looking goo Mike, I had a play with some heat reflective tape on the weekend too but on an aero panel running by the exhaust at the rear looks similar to your stuff was fairly easy to work with.  looking forward to seeing the front end once finished.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 06, 2011, 08:18:23 pm
looking goo Mike, I had a play with some heat reflective tape on the weekend too but on an aero panel running by the exhaust at the rear looks similar to your stuff was fairly easy to work with.  looking forward to seeing the front end once finished.  :happy2:

Yes was dead easy to work with  :happy2: :happy2: Would like to have used spray adhesive aswell but got inpatient and had to mod to cheer myself up after the prang.

What's your thoughts on the splitter?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Richn83 on September 07, 2011, 09:20:47 am
Are we talking your splitter?  I think the gloss black grills will look good go with the splitter and the top grill  :happy2: that front splitter of yours how far under the front does it go?  If your talking about what I just fitted then it remains to be seen on the trip to france.  :evilgrin:  I need to get 400 miles to the tank to do each day of travel without filling up so its going to be tight!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 07, 2011, 09:38:12 am
Splitter goes back about 6 - 8" is fairly substantial.  Hope you see some improvements.

I mean opinions on swapping my cupspoiler splitter for a mk1 LCR one?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Richn83 on September 07, 2011, 10:08:52 am
oh right, not sure what the MK1 LCR one looks like, the one you have looks pretty good and it has semi canard like side lips which are good for creating turbulent air along the side of the car to reduce the car wake you got a pic of the LCR one?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 07, 2011, 10:49:51 am

Few pics of a Leon MkII with MkI LCR splitter;

http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/showthread.php?t=293253&highlight=springs (http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/showthread.php?t=293253&highlight=springs)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Richn83 on September 07, 2011, 11:07:05 am
Is this also a pic of the MK1 spliterr (obviously on a MK1) compared to yours.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2FAwesome_open_day%2FP1020281.jpg&hash=e85ce70575ebb34667c1941dd0bf01b00111d7c5)

I think yours looks good and more functional, also depends how much a swap would cost you.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 07, 2011, 11:11:20 am

Yup they're the MkI LCR splitters  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 07, 2011, 05:29:50 pm

Sad times  :sad1:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2F6011c02f.jpg&hash=f1454982162f14ec293caa90eb8d4e63fdb41f7c)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2F1463e78c.jpg&hash=9a4165f96c2b590faa07fb1ec74d8dafda553304)

They said it will be ready tomorrow night.  Won't be accepting it if I'm not happy with the finish  :fighting:

They had better have done an alignment check, Oil seal meant to be done too.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: golf nutter on September 07, 2011, 05:34:10 pm
Ouch!

regards the splitter...to be honest, i prefer the MK1 LCR, i like its subtlety.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: VRSerious on September 07, 2011, 05:36:06 pm
Ouch!

regards the splitter...to be honest, i prefer the MK1 LCR, i like its subtlety.

Totally agree, mrk1 it is!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 07, 2011, 05:42:54 pm

Think I may do Mk1 LCR splitter for winter.

Oh having the gloss black done ;)

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: golf nutter on September 07, 2011, 05:55:04 pm
definately a  :happy2: for gloss black...will look great!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 07, 2011, 05:59:27 pm

I'm hoping they've remembered to gloss black my lower lip & behind no plate gloss black like it was when I took it in!  :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 08, 2011, 06:46:58 pm

Picked the car up this evening  :innocent:

They have done alignment.  Feels as though its wandering to the right though...

Results from geometry check;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2Falignment_0001.jpg&hash=8b076a44debbaed535acc698c5d12f5f34a2efbb)

Had the oil seal fixed FOC  :smiley:

Had some gloss black paint added too (Pics when it stops pissing it down  :smiley:  Also Re fitted my RHD Xenons for me.

I have kept the old bumper for eBay.de fingers crossed for a couple of hundred euros on that, just wants a paint.  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 08, 2011, 07:13:41 pm

Going to fit OSIR footrest after work tommorow too  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: W8 Performance on September 08, 2011, 07:21:45 pm
Glad it all got sorted for you.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 08, 2011, 07:27:50 pm

They put my RHD Xenons back on for the move to Uk and forgot to put indicator bulbs in  :mad:  Thought they'd kept or binned my PIAA LEDs too but thankfully they were in my LHD lights in the boot.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: vRSAlex on September 08, 2011, 07:31:32 pm
They have just adjusted the front toe.  The rear has been left, but could have done with adjusting. 
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 08, 2011, 07:35:32 pm
They have just adjusted the front toe.  The rear has been left, but could have done with adjusting. 

Cheapskates  :mad:

I will go to an alignment specialist for all wheel alignment, steering alignment and alignment / geometry check was obviously lost in translation  :sad1:

Thanks Alex!

How much would you say the rear needs adjusting?  I get baffled by the alignment threads, just want it to hold the road really well for fast road and ocasional track and drive in a straight line! lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: golf nutter on September 08, 2011, 07:38:40 pm
how do they compare with English garages in terms of workmanship, quality, etc?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 08, 2011, 07:42:03 pm
how do they compare with English garages in terms of workmanship, quality, etc?

Seem profesional. 

The mechanic gave me a lift home the other day when I dropped the car off (4-5 miles) so courteous

Do all the usual health checks you would expect.  Haven't had any major mechanical work done over here though.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: vRSAlex on September 08, 2011, 09:16:06 pm
 Just pop the car into us when you are in the UK and I will sort it out for ya. :happy2:

If I'm reading the German correctly, then its not out by a massive amount, but enough to affect the handling and cause it to pull.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 08, 2011, 09:18:07 pm
Just pop the car into us when you are in the UK and I will sort it out for ya. :happy2:

If I'm reading the German correctly, then its not out by a massive amount, but enough to affect the handling and cause it to pull.

Will do, I look forward to it  :happy2:

Might see if I can have some bushes uprated then if it needs aligning (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FFunnies%2Fwhistle.gif&hash=f9b1349f94dcbc5f90b3a299f3534e12203878ba)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 08, 2011, 09:22:40 pm

The splitter is set back an inch or so compared to how it was on the old bumper.  Only subtle but looks better as it doesnt stick out as much at the front

Before & after to follow  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 09, 2011, 06:02:20 am

Couple of quick iPhone snaps before work

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2F9f92caa4.jpg&hash=e08ca9e0cc3f054288efbe1ba469237b90724f7b)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2Fefa2f5e6.jpg&hash=b7fd3f40d8b22373658f6fe29a1a31aaf16493fc)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2F3da3df4f.jpg&hash=4a4b96375444470419171c27c3cc91b863bb841a)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : New Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Richn83 on September 09, 2011, 09:18:47 am
That looks brilliant mate the gloss black was definately the right way to go, and I think with the diffuser further back it looks evil and spot on  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : New Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 09, 2011, 09:26:16 am
That looks brilliant mate the gloss black was definately the right way to go, and I think with the diffuser further back it looks evil and spot on  :happy2:

Thank Rich, I'm loving the splitter that little bit further back.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : New Gloss Black Content...
Post by: MAT ED30 on September 09, 2011, 09:59:09 am
Looks loads better set further back less like a shovel  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : New Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 09, 2011, 10:01:45 am
Looks loads better set further back less like a shovel  :signLOL:

Comes in handy with these German winters!   :signLOL:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : OSIR Footrest
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 09, 2011, 02:34:04 pm
1.5 mini mods today...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2FP1010190.jpg&hash=f45c6baeabf398b6b687e93cfd14389041a447fb)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2Fbaca521e.jpg&hash=51b6309cd95f8c877ee8cd486810e882e76201d0)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2Fbab32f2e.jpg&hash=8183af3d5682ae1567614d78e8265cca9be8c2f3)


Took minutes to fit and I love it, it's all about the subtle mods  :party:

Thank you to Hucking Fell on SCN :)

and the half a mini mod for when I use the car for work...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2F79a9bd67.jpg&hash=8ec261061927c0d8f11a154b71f7c0f14cd74147)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Andy on September 09, 2011, 04:18:53 pm
looking really good now  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 09, 2011, 05:23:20 pm
looking really good now  :happy2:

Thank you :)

Map, carbon bonnet, diff, locked away for 18 years until Harry leaves home lol.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 09, 2011, 09:07:42 pm

Since the oil seal replaced on the intercooler hose it feels quite a bit quicker, although I havent really driven it for nearly 2 weeks.  Its the 2nd time that seal has perished  :confused:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: OLLIE_JETTA_MK5 on September 09, 2011, 11:37:12 pm
always had a thing for leons (L)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: MR02LOW on September 10, 2011, 07:04:22 am
looks awesome mike, the gloss black is sweet  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: keano on September 10, 2011, 10:01:33 am
cover fits then?  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 10, 2011, 10:19:45 am
cover fits then?  :drinking:

Cheers dude keeps seats in decent nick :)
Title: What's left to do...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 10, 2011, 09:01:23 pm
Fuel filter next week.

Flocked dash parts (Boxed ready to go, still!)
Engine cover
heat reflective wrap ITG Done  :smiley:
Under chassis mods - doing tommorow Done  :smiley:
NQS BBK - fitted next week Done  :smiley:
Air Con pump off - next week Done  :smiley:
Bumpsteer Kit - fitted next week / alignment? Done  :smiley:
Braille battery - Fitted next week Done  :smiley:
Swap Miltek Blueflame 3" DP (Just need to collect and heat wrap)
Blueflame 3" System (swapping my Miltek with Vaughny)
Awesome Gti Mats (Happy birthday too meeee)
Interior lighting switch to white LED
Gloss black seat backs?

Uprated fluid & pads
REVO (Apr a bit tame for me and Apr support getting even more scarce now awesome have stopped using APR)
BSH to Forge Catch can swap or latest revision PCV
Poly bushes as & when originals need replacing
Neuspeed Discharge & Turbo outlet pipes (every little helps)
Diff (undecided which one, good reviews from most so cheapest)
Carbon bonnet
S3 Rears
Re furb TD 1.2s

Facelift CupraR Clock Cluster (cheers RichN !) + polar unit :)
OSIR / Gulfstream footrest Done  :smiley:
Rear valance painted gloss black (christmas @ Cooks Seat Manchester)
Flat bottomed wheel / (dare I treat myself to a Reverié wheel?)
Recaro Profi SPA Drivers seat
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 11, 2011, 09:21:37 am

Popped into my head this morning to add to my list...

Auto dimming rear view mirror
12v socket in back of centre console like poverty spec models
Permanent 12v supply for sat nav.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Andy on September 11, 2011, 10:20:06 am
As you cross 2 jobs of the list,we add 3 more :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 11, 2011, 10:21:13 am
As you cross 2 jobs of the list,we add 3 more :signLOL:

barstewardss  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 11, 2011, 11:00:02 am

Aaaaargh...

add in tank fuel pump (been on the cards since I started considering REVO / GIAC) and rain repellant to the list.

I need to log off!!!   :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Andy on September 11, 2011, 11:09:17 am
 :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Gti_Mad on September 11, 2011, 12:18:18 pm
were can u get the uprated in tank pumps from mike????
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 11, 2011, 12:28:22 pm
were can u get the uprated in tank pumps from mike????

I was quoted 2 - 250 by Stattlers back end of last year  :happy2:  Use them a fair bit when Im in Uk, local to me in Sheffield

*edit*  I went for a better OEM solution of RS3 LPFP off Alex at AKS
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Gti_Mad on September 11, 2011, 12:29:50 pm
ok cheers bud  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 11, 2011, 02:09:15 pm
ok cheers bud  :happy2:

An example here;
http://www.usrallyteam.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=836 (http://www.usrallyteam.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=836)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 11, 2011, 02:56:23 pm

A before & after on the gloss black  :happy2:

Before...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2F27faece3.jpg&hash=b1c882315bc64da371637796720245fd1720eb71)

After...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2F9f92caa4.jpg&hash=e08ca9e0cc3f054288efbe1ba469237b90724f7b)

Splitter now sits a little further back and looks better in the flesh...  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: golf nutter on September 11, 2011, 04:26:17 pm
dramatic improvement i think.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 11, 2011, 04:28:12 pm
dramatic improvement i think.

Thanks  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: rich83 on September 11, 2011, 04:35:33 pm
The fitment of the splitter looks much better  :happy2:

Its hard to make out the gloss black grills on the photos.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Conrad The Jellyfish on September 11, 2011, 04:35:48 pm
looking lovely man :)

liking the splitter :)  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 11, 2011, 04:39:44 pm
The fitment of the splitter looks much better  :happy2:

Its hard to make out the gloss black grills on the photos.

Quick piePhone snaps  :ashamed:  Sorry lol, will get some better ones when weather picks up  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: TT-Turbo on September 11, 2011, 05:01:01 pm
Just been reading through this thread. Really impressive stuff! That must have made a massive dent on your wallet! Nicely upgraded.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 11, 2011, 05:02:54 pm
Just been reading through this thread. Really impressive stuff! That must have made a massive dent on your wallet! Nicely upgraded.

Thanks  :wink:

More of a crater than a dent  :scared:  Plenty more I want to do too!  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: TT-Turbo on September 11, 2011, 05:06:29 pm
I bet! Will be keeping an eye on this thread. I am related to a lot of this stuff so helps my decisions for future purchases.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 11, 2011, 05:10:07 pm
I bet! Will be keeping an eye on this thread. I am related to a lot of this stuff so helps my decisions for future purchases.

** Disclaimer

My hasty wreckless spending on mods / upgrading of parts that were already adequate cannot be held responsible for any; bankrupcy or divorce due to 'helping decisions for future purchases' !

 :signLOL: :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: TT-Turbo on September 11, 2011, 05:14:50 pm
** Disclaimer

My hasty wreckless spending on mods / upgrading of parts that were already adequate cannot be held responsible for any; bankrupcy or divorce due to 'helping decisions for future purchases' !

 :signLOL: :signLOL:

 :grin: Brilliant, I will have to print this one off and leave it stuck to my windscreen for a permanent reminder. I must admit a set of side skirts almost lost me my GF haha.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 14, 2011, 04:40:24 pm

Having a nightmare with my Xenons since swapping from LHD to RHD ones for the move back to England

Can any VCDs wizzards shed any light, it's doing my head in!  :sad1: :sad1:

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,34632.msg423959.html#msg423959 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,34632.msg423959.html#msg423959)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : 1.5 Mini Mods & Gloss Black Content...
Post by: impuLz on September 15, 2011, 08:10:24 am
nice leon- wasn't even aware that Seat had released newer models till i saw this.

keep up the good worK!  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : vcds / xenon woes...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 16, 2011, 06:36:54 pm

Thanks dude!  :happy2:

Xenons fixed as per my thread in vcds section, muppet dealer didn't fit a module needed in my headlamps, all sorted now :)

Next up boot pop mod, need to chase up fuel filter lost in post (2 have been sent now!) Not having much luck lately.

Have a W8 LED module comming to  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : vcds / xenon woes...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 17, 2011, 10:06:28 am

Next mods;  sending dash off (finally!) for flocking, boot pop mod (ordered fabia struts off eBay), super blue brake fluid (ordered) Hopefully some Pagid RS4-2 pads too depending on bills.

Still waiting for my fuel filter to turn up. 

Birthday in a few weeks so a couple of decent buckets and carpet mats :)

Selling Spare Cupra bumper & xenons to go in modifying pot  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : Sunday super mini mod
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 18, 2011, 03:51:54 pm
Super quick, subtle Mini mod to save my sanity.....

Always plug in passenger seat belt if no one is in the car cause it knocks and bangs while im driving.

I put a strip of the soft half of velcro on the buckle.....

....then realised why not just use the other half and can stick it to the pillar when not in use :)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2F70e60b4c.jpg&hash=c27f9a6ba5e4146c5d37602fec89e55127388699)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2F47762f20.jpg&hash=17e3cdae3f64c9cf1a10de010610619bec275722)

Does it not rattle & bang on the Golf?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : Sunday super mini mod
Post by: keano on September 18, 2011, 04:41:28 pm


Does it not rattle & bang on the Golf?

No. VW are far far superior in every way.  :grin:

But my actual answer would be: Probably yes. It is but a small part of the rattle, squeak & bang symphony currently going on in my cabin.  :grin: :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : Sunday super mini mod
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 18, 2011, 04:42:27 pm


Does it not rattle & bang on the Golf?

No. VW are far far superior in every way.  :grin:

But my actual answer would be: Probably yes. It is but a part of the rattle, squeak & bang symphony currently going on in my cabin.  :grin: :evilgrin:

 :signLOL:

Done away with the 'ticking' now?  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : Sunday super mini mod
Post by: keano on September 18, 2011, 04:54:04 pm


Does it not rattle & bang on the Golf?

No. VW are far far superior in every way.  :grin:

But my actual answer would be: Probably yes. It is but a part of the rattle, squeak & bang symphony currently going on in my cabin.  :grin: :evilgrin:

 :signLOL:

Done away with the 'ticking' now?  :grin:

Oh yes
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : Sunday super mini mod
Post by: W8 Performance on September 18, 2011, 09:34:08 pm
Have the magnets turned up yet?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : Sunday super mini mod
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 18, 2011, 09:36:47 pm
Have the magnets turned up yet?

Aha! Yes thank you!  Picked them up from the post room on Thur/Fri need a few more, think Big Al has a few spare  :happy2:

**edit

There's no thanks button  :ashamed:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : Sunday super mini mod
Post by: W8 Performance on September 18, 2011, 11:38:37 pm
Nice one. Glad they arrived safe.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : Sunday super mini mod
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 23, 2011, 12:40:27 pm

Woo hoo parcel this morning...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2F3f570f7d.jpg&hash=da898e9be0500a1817e026a7bf56495c188ddc4a)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : Sunday super mini mod
Post by: S800BRN on September 23, 2011, 05:56:27 pm
Love this thread. How does the brakes compare to the standard set-up, mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : Sunday super mini mod
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 23, 2011, 07:11:19 pm
Love this thread. How does the brakes compare to the standard set-up, mike?

After 4 days I driving the mini bus they're f-ing great! Lol

In seriousness;  the handling dramatically improved with the weight loss.  I did it on a shoe string and didn't fit the pad dampers, fitted used OEM porsche pads and didnt bother putting fresh fluid through.

They are great brakes.  I've ordered Pagid Rs4-2 and just received some ate super blue so lookin forward to re juvinating them!!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : Bill back from dealer...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 24, 2011, 09:15:53 pm

So I got a copy of the bill from the dealer today that is been sent to the womans insurer for fixing my car.

Over 3500euros, I want 15% of that as de valuation compensation and the equivelant cash for not having had a hire car...

Will update when Ive rung her insurer on Monday...   :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : Bill back from dealer...
Post by: JoeDarKa on September 24, 2011, 09:41:12 pm
 :surprised:

What did they actually replace / do?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit : Bill back from dealer...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 24, 2011, 09:53:06 pm

Not translating it now, Ive had a almost a bottle of ammeratto  :ashamed:  lol 

To my knowledge new bumper, paint, re fit splitter, geometry check, adjust toe, errm vcds scan, re fit my english RHD Xenons (incorrectly) Refitted english RHD Xenons (correctly lol)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :Wash / Fuel filter & still spluttering
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 27, 2011, 12:58:46 pm

Gave her a quick wash this morning at work...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2Fwashing_detailing%2F53c865ad.jpg&hash=0ee3952269f20ed6d3f0ac2328c3f82a8913754a)

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Then took her to Seat for a new fuel filter...

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Started and drove really nicely, made me wonder if it would stop the most recent spluttering.  But was nearly home going up hill with 25M to empty on the dash and splutter splutter.  :fighting:

Going to do a scan in a min to see if the cyl 3 missfire has settled and then going for some new irridiums.


Also called into say Morgen to the local fire fighters as they were all pointing at the car as I was sat in traffic...

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Cant wait to get a decent camera! iPhone's good for random quick snapping but not upto some of the great shot opportunities that randomly arise...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra *update 27.09.11
Post by: baldwined30 on September 27, 2011, 03:27:44 pm
What you had it up to on the autobahns?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra *update 27.09.11
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 02, 2011, 09:26:17 pm

Ussually eyes peeled on the road and mirrors at high speed on the autobahn if I'm honest.

Saw 150 on the gps (Tom Tom) once not reallly tried to test v max tbh  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra *update 27.09.11
Post by: GNJ_Motorsport on October 02, 2011, 10:22:37 pm
Great thread mate  :congrats: Soem proper mods  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra *update 27.09.11
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 05, 2011, 05:02:29 pm
Great thread mate  :congrats: Soem proper mods  :laugh:

Thank you  :smiley:

Ive decided today I should be on the look out for the SFS boost hoses (Turbo outlet & Intercooler) and not narrow my search to just the Neuspeed ones after recomendation from 56OctyVRS.

Did the Boot pop mod yesterday to stop myself crying about the current engine issue.  

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1112.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy%2520Leon%2520Cupra%2FMini%2520mods%2Fth_6aaafb99.jpg&hash=2f4bda8cb4e64334fc76988baa31788730f3e4ab) (http://s1112.photobucket.com/albums/k482/tfsi_mike/My%20Leon%20Cupra/Mini%20mods/?action=view&current=6aaafb99.mp4)

Also hardwired my TomTom and ran the wires to the rear view mirror to fit Red LEDs like the auto dimming mirror, giving the ambient red glow...

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Ive ordered a new injector and New Rev PCV kit (I dont have rough idle when removing dipstick) to hopefully sort a missfire issue. (finger crossed)


Here is an unusual log showing a disturbing drop in airflow on boost...

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Need to get out and do some more logging to see if the problem is consistent.  Thanks to RichN for graphing the results
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini Update 5th Oct
Post by: Hurdy on October 05, 2011, 05:27:55 pm
I'd say that looks more like a logging error or a maf connection failure, rather than anything else. In fact I'd go as far as to say that the reading is impossible under load with the pedal at 99.6% and boost and rail pressure being maintained  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini Update 5th Oct
Post by: baldwined30 on October 05, 2011, 05:30:18 pm
Sorry guys but what is the PCV??
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini Update 5th Oct
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 05, 2011, 05:30:19 pm
I'd say that looks more like a logging error or a maf connection failure, rather than anything else. In fact I'd go as far as to say that the reading is impossible under load with the pedal at 99.6% and boost and rail pressure being maintained  :happy2:

Your input's a relief John as I was happy being convinced the new injector and PCV will have her back on form.  Might whip the MAF out, I was thinking if it was buggered it would show odd results all the way through the rev range?

I do admittedly need to do some more runs to get more consistent results...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini Update 5th Oct
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 05, 2011, 05:42:43 pm
Sorry guys but what is the PCV??

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,7040.0.html (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,7040.0.html)

http://vagdrivers.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=40537 (http://vagdrivers.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=40537)


Should be useful  :wink:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini Update 5th Oct
Post by: nickb on October 05, 2011, 09:32:23 pm
super dupa car!! been a while since ive seen her :wink:

still looking awesome mike  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini Update 5th Oct
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 05, 2011, 09:35:21 pm
super dupa car!! been a while since ive seen her :wink:

still looking awesome mike  :happy2:

Last time they were together....  Snake Pass, Ladybower resevoir?

Be good to catch up dude.  Cabt wait to see the MkII again!  Tsr sent you any pics?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini Update 5th Oct
Post by: nickb on October 05, 2011, 09:38:56 pm

Last time they were together....  Snake Pass, Ladybower resevoir?

Be good to catch up dude.  Cabt wait to see the MkII again!  Tsr sent you any pics?

yeah mate think it was then! well the mk2s changed alot since then! nahh ive not asked for any pics, just been popping in every so often having a look.

heres a few pics of how it was last.... apologies for cluttering your thread..

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fii204%2Fnickbpolo5%2FIMG_0346.jpg&hash=24272d4fc65af86c18480676d90be3bf322091d8)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini Update 5th Oct
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 05, 2011, 09:42:47 pm

Last time they were together....  Snake Pass, Ladybower resevoir?

Be good to catch up dude.  Cabt wait to see the MkII again!  Tsr sent you any pics?

yeah mate think it was then! well the mk2s changed alot since then! nahh ive not asked for any pics, just been popping in every so often having a look.

heres a few pics of how it was last.... apologies for cluttering your thread..

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fii204%2Fnickbpolo5%2FIMG_0346.jpg&hash=24272d4fc65af86c18480676d90be3bf322091d8)

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 :party: :party:

 If your bothered about posting the beast on my thread (Im not bothered) you know what to do  :P

Post ya build thread, plenty of MkII owners & Fanbois on here + you're a potential Golf V owner  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini Update 5th Oct
Post by: Richn83 on October 06, 2011, 09:50:46 am
I am a bit skeptical about the massive drop off as well hurdy, would like to see if it happens on further runs to eliminate dodgy readings as some of the other runs mike did had very odd data!  I did this one after the one mike posted about which does show that the boost pressure goes significantly above specified at the same time as the drop in mass air flow and this also co-insides with the start of the miss-fire on cylinder 3....  :confused:

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-a1EC2wmcO3o/ToraMgsHXoI/AAAAAAAAA98/qG7zYMeZ_Yo/s720/boost%252520and%252520airflow.JPG)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini Update 5th Oct
Post by: Hurdy on October 06, 2011, 12:39:44 pm
The overboost is quite typical of the K04 engines on a remap. Mine used to do exactly the same, but didn't have the drop off in the MAF reading. The miss-fire on cylinder 3 could be anything and without further investigation is an unknown quantity. Usually the missfires are either a failing coilpack or improperly fitted/failing sparkplug. The drop in the MAF reading, coinciding with the missfire I'd take a stab at the MAF being faulty/partially blocked as the engine would try and compensate for the low MAF reading and alter the inputs to the engine for the fuel and air - this would show as an unusual reading on the Air fuel ratio reading on VCDS when you log it. - HTH :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini Update 5th Oct
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 06, 2011, 05:51:15 pm

Okay so I fitted the new revision PVC today...

Hasn't made any difference to the misfire but now when I remove the dipstick the engine now runs roughly.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini Update 5th Oct
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 06, 2011, 08:12:15 pm

Taking the MAF out at work Tomo to see if it's clean and undamaged.

Have an injector in the post but MAF wouldn't require labour costs....

Wonder if I could've killed the new plugs or coils driving it with the misfire?!  :scared:



Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **misfiring still, thoughts?
Post by: Hurdy on October 06, 2011, 11:15:19 pm
Aha, has anyone looked at the possibility you may have a faulty N75 valve. I had mine replaced on the old ed30 for a similar fault. Plenty of threads on here for you to read to see if your car has similar symptoms.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **misfiring still, thoughts?
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 07, 2011, 06:02:33 am
Aha, has anyone looked at the possibility you may have a faulty N75 valve. I had mine replaced on the old ed30 for a similar fault. Plenty of threads on here for you to read to see if your car has similar symptoms.  :smiley:

Did you have a misfire John?  :happy2:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **misfiring still, thoughts?
Post by: Hurdy on October 07, 2011, 12:27:37 pm
Aha, has anyone looked at the possibility you may have a faulty N75 valve. I had mine replaced on the old ed30 for a similar fault. Plenty of threads on here for you to read to see if your car has similar symptoms.  :smiley:

Did you have a misfire John?  :happy2:



Yes, I had a misfire AND uneven idle. Replaced the N75 valve and cured it. Not that expensive to replace either.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **misfiring still, thoughts?
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 07, 2011, 12:33:54 pm
Aha, has anyone looked at the possibility you may have a faulty N75 valve. I had mine replaced on the old ed30 for a similar fault. Plenty of threads on here for you to read to see if your car has similar symptoms.  :smiley:

Did you have a misfire John?  :happy2:




Yes, I had a misfire AND uneven idle. Replaced the N75 valve and cured it. Not that expensive to replace either.

Although I'm against throwing money at diagnosing a fault before thorough investigated / logged.
Cheaper bits like n75 aren't so bad and if mine it's okay it will serve as a spare.

Thanks John  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **misfiring still, thoughts?
Post by: graeme on October 08, 2011, 04:45:52 pm
i dont understand how the n75 valve causes a misfire at idle ... the ecu wouldnt even be asking for any boost so the turbo would be sitting below atmospheric pressure ? if the n75 was broken it would obviosly make the turbo impossible to controll giving the call full boost all the time ? no? im confused by this . . .
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **misfiring still, thoughts?
Post by: Richn83 on October 08, 2011, 05:00:10 pm
his missfire isnt at idle you can see in the graph above it occurs just after maximum boost.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **misfiring still, thoughts?
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 08, 2011, 05:34:23 pm

Initially basic measuring was counting a missfire at idle.

As it's got worse (when I logged it) it misses through the rev range

John suggested he had a rough idle and missfire so for the sake of €25 euros it won't hurt to renew the N75

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **misfiring still, thoughts?
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 09, 2011, 02:42:50 pm

Whipped MAF out to have alook.  Plug connections look fine no corrosion etc after all the jet washing.

However there was a fair bit of resudue on the body & inside the sensor itself

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2FIMG_0707.jpg&hash=b1b500f53d3bfc777c5dce0d64e2e6637634f9e1)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **misfiring still, thoughts?
Post by: E30Dom on October 09, 2011, 08:19:02 pm
What filter you running?

Took my airbox off yesterday to fit ITG filter and my maf was spotless...?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **misfiring still, thoughts?
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 09, 2011, 08:21:09 pm


Running ITG, was a small amount of oil in / around the Forge DV too when I removed the spacer, I posted about it.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **misfiring still, thoughts?
Post by: P90NAY on October 09, 2011, 10:16:02 pm
i take it your from the army.... random question but do you know bozzy? ginger hair lad? spotted his car in one of your pics lol

sweet ride mate
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **misfiring still, thoughts?
Post by: nickb on October 11, 2011, 10:13:04 pm
look forward to a few photos of yours and mine when i get the mk2 back and your back in uk ;)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **misfiring still, thoughts?
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 12, 2011, 05:36:59 am
i take it your from the army.... random question but do you know bozzy? ginger hair lad? spotted his car in one of your pics lol

sweet ride mate

What car? Orange St by chance?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **misfiring still, thoughts?
Post by: Hurdy on October 12, 2011, 02:09:58 pm
 Still misfiring Mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **misfiring still, thoughts?
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 12, 2011, 02:16:07 pm
Still misfiring Mike?

Frustratingly Didn't do it when doing a couple of logging runs last weekend.  Felt down on power though.

Having new n75 fitted Monday morning seeing as I have it now and waiting for injector & seal to come though the post.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 16, 2011, 01:03:47 pm

In the morning dropping her off for;


Hope she comes back nice and healthy!

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: Weston on October 16, 2011, 01:07:03 pm

In the morning dropping her off for;

  • New Xenon bulb
  • New injector Cyl 3 w/seals
  • New N75 (Dont think its the problem but I have a new one so may aswell)

Hope she comes back nice and healthy!



Good luck Mike  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 16, 2011, 01:09:50 pm
Cheers  :happy2:

Not getting my hopes up, Chris.   :sad1:  Havent had any good luck lately.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: robdf2 on October 16, 2011, 03:10:14 pm

In the morning dropping her off for;

  • New Xenon bulb
  • New injector Cyl 3 w/seals
  • New N75 (Dont think its the problem but I have a new one so may aswell)

Hope she comes back nice and healthy!



Mike ,
make sure you dont pay for your xenon bulb , they have a lifetime warranty , you might have to pay labour though
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 16, 2011, 03:12:55 pm

In the morning dropping her off for;

  • New Xenon bulb
  • New injector Cyl 3 w/seals
  • New N75 (Dont think its the problem but I have a new one so may aswell)

Hope she comes back nice and healthy!



Mike ,
make sure you dont pay for your xenon bulb , they have a lifetime warranty , you might have to pay labour though

Big thanks for that! Although if theyre willing to put lifetime warranty on it does that mean my luck has continued to bum me and its something else that's wrong?  :sick:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 16, 2011, 08:53:11 pm

Just dropped her off and posted the keys in the night safe.  Saved getting up at 5 to drop it off before work.

Waiting game  :sad1: :popcornsoda: :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: keano on October 16, 2011, 08:57:12 pm

getting up at 5 to drop it off before work.


That's exactly what I'm doing in the morning!  :sick:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 16, 2011, 08:58:15 pm

getting up at 5 to drop it off before work.


That's exactly what I'm doing in the morning!  :sick:

Sticker, Missfire friends!  :sick:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: Hurdy on October 17, 2011, 03:48:37 pm
Fingers crossed that you are sorted Mike :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: E30Dom on October 17, 2011, 05:42:54 pm
Any (good)news?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: vRSAlex on October 17, 2011, 08:19:01 pm
Your maf is caked.  I hope its not from the filter oil.  That guy from Hungary is selling mafs at quite a good price or you could buy one of my spares.  Give it a good clean with some electrical cleaner first.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 17, 2011, 10:52:30 pm


Car was been worked on today, Im doubting they fixed it.  They havent emailed or mentioned photos I asked for so doubt they saw / paid attention to my list / job card, The xenon bulb was blown & replaced but is still dead, but I dont care....

What a day........ (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,36398.msg438717.html#msg438717)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: Andy on October 17, 2011, 10:55:13 pm
you have the best mod ever now Mike :happy2: :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 17, 2011, 10:59:30 pm
you have the best mod ever now Mike :happy2: :happy2:

Baby on board badge?  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: Andy on October 17, 2011, 11:01:43 pm
and baby seat :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 17, 2011, 11:08:45 pm
and baby seat :happy2:

My original reply was actualy Recaro baby seat  :laugh: 
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: keano on October 18, 2011, 06:40:22 am
Mike. As you know my knowledge of cars spans from changing a wheel to turning the wipers on....

But have you considered taking the car back to a stock map? And also considered the timing belt to be out after Simon did it for you?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **misfiring still, thoughts?
Post by: P90NAY on October 18, 2011, 08:47:20 am
i take it your from the army.... random question but do you know bozzy? ginger hair lad? spotted his car in one of your pics lol

sweet ride mate

What car? Orange St by chance?

No a purple sh*tty prgeot with white wheels lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: robdf2 on October 18, 2011, 01:26:54 pm
Mike. As you know my knowledge of cars spans from changing a wheel to turning the wipers on....

But have you considered taking the car back to a stock map? And also considered the timing belt to be out after Simon did it for you?

Mike you know my feelings on your timing being out.
I think you need to get this checked out asap.

I will put up a full post here and on seat cupra , once my compensation is sorted so people can understand what can go wrong and the symptoms to look out for.
Take car mate
oh and congratulations  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **at the dealers in the morning
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 19, 2011, 12:37:52 pm


Collected this morning, commuting to/from the hospital should now take 10 mins less  :smiley:

Touch wood, initially the idle seems much smoother, no popping, no missfire after 30 or so miles.  Had injector cyl 3 and N75.  Oh and 500€ worth of work on the right side Xenon :sick:

Was already up to temparature when I collected it so not sure if theres popping & spluttering from cold at idle.  We'll see

Stock mode and Stage II+ mode are now called "Family Mode" and "Me time"  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Back from the dealers
Post by: keano on October 19, 2011, 01:11:06 pm
Hood news Mike. Hope it stays sorted for you :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Back from the dealers
Post by: Richn83 on October 19, 2011, 01:19:46 pm
sounding good, hopefully it will be the same from cold tomorrow.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Back from the dealers
Post by: Hurdy on October 19, 2011, 08:25:29 pm
Sounding good so far then Mike  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Back from the dealers
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 19, 2011, 11:21:15 pm

They changed the b*stard wrong f-ing N75  :fighting:  I haven't got the time or energy to argue with them.  It seems to run much better & I need a car so.....

They took the tdi N75 off my Forge, re wired the tfsi plug on the loom and put my new Tfsi N75 to my Forge.  Not what I wanted.  I wanted the N75 valve next to my Turbo renewing.  A phone call to Awesome says it works in the same way and will cause no harm, I want to confirm with Forge but they closed at 4.

Idle is smoother and hasn't popped or farted, yet.

I have the old injector and am interested in getting it bench tested for the usual spray pattern, leakage, back pressure etc.

Dash parts arrived at flockers this morning, looking forward to having a propper dash again.

Oh and the 160€ we agreed on reached 790€ by the time it came to collect  :sick:

I have been advised a couple of times the bulb should be under lifetime warranty, bulb cost me 160€ then it still didnt work and needed a new control modue.

But she hasnt spluttered yet and I can see in the dark so fair enough.  Hope it has a nice idle in the morning.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Back from the dealers
Post by: vRSAlex on October 20, 2011, 12:45:46 pm
The forge valve and the genuine valve are the same. Forge buy them direct from pierberg and just machine the tab off so the plug fits from the dv.

Fooking muppets for changing the wrong one.

Glad its running better now.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Back from the dealers
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 20, 2011, 11:21:24 pm

Well 100 miles on and 700€ lighter and cold start / idle is great, no popping.  Pulls like a train, had a bit of 4th gear wheel spin  :driver:

Put it back in family mode stock map to make myself be sensible.

Coupl of pics the dealer took yesterday of intake ports, I was hoping theyd focus in the ports and on the valves, lost in translation I guess


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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Back from the dealers
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 22, 2011, 08:45:11 am

Very quick update as I dasah in & out the house.  Car drives brilliantly.  The stock map feels so much better!  So much more grunt & get up and go.

Nipped to pay the horrific bill @ dealer and to tell them im not happy thel lost a stainless jubilee from my ITG and theyve ordered a new one.

Next up winter tyres, exciting :(  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Back from the dealers
Post by: Cupra R on October 22, 2011, 09:10:19 am
Glad to hear your now happy with it Mike.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Back from the dealers
Post by: Evo2345 on October 22, 2011, 10:04:38 pm
very nice leon  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Back from the dealers
Post by: Hurdy on October 22, 2011, 11:12:35 pm
Great to see that you now have the Leon sorted and breathing how she should :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Back from the dealers
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 22, 2011, 11:15:56 pm
Great to see that you now have the Leon sorted and breathing how she should :drinking:

Cheers  :smiley:

Itching to go and waste some fuel on this cold night now the roads are empty  :evilgrin:

Have a pre handover inspection of the house on Monday morning and having spent all week comming and going on hospital visits the place is upside down, holes in the wall where I took the shelves, pictures and LED tv down last weekend lol

Next for the car is ATE super blue fluid, S3 J hooked rears, LEDs in rear view mirror, re fitting dash bits that are being flocked as we speak  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Back from the dealers
Post by: Hurdy on October 22, 2011, 11:35:46 pm
Oh I do like a bit of flocking  :grin:

Possibly one of my mods as it is a little bit shinier than the ED30 dash.

Are you back over in Blighty anytime soon?  Meet-up?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Back from the dealers
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 22, 2011, 11:43:46 pm
Oh I do like a bit of flocking  :grin:

Possibly one of my mods as it is a little bit shinier than the ED30 dash.

Are you back over in Blighty anytime soon?  Meet-up?

Around x mas time me thinks, for good too.  Ussual meeting place?  :evilgrin: lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini mod ready today :)
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 27, 2011, 10:03:57 pm

Were finished today  :party:

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Just need the heater rings done and the pillars trimmed  :smiley:

Thoughts?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini mod ready today :)
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 27, 2011, 10:05:41 pm
A before shot for reference....

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the main part of the leon dash is in two parts.  The rear part nearest the windscreen and down the sides (where the fuse box is) is plastic & I eventually want it the same finish as the above flocked bits.  The rest is a carbon effect finish thats a little bit spongy to prod, that will be staying as it is...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini mod ready today :)
Post by: Hurdy on October 27, 2011, 10:22:15 pm
Well flock me!!

Looks good Mike. Pics once on pleeeease  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini mod ready today :)
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 27, 2011, 10:24:50 pm
Well flock me!!

Looks good Mike. Pics once on pleeeease  :happy2:

They'll be with the courier 2 - 3 days, unless theyre anything like Harrys push chair which has been with Parcel force or british forces post office since late august  :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini mod ready today :)
Post by: Richn83 on October 28, 2011, 10:28:54 am
They look 100 times better in the flocking look forward to seeing them on the car.  I take it the car is still running as it should, so does that mean that injector 3 is the likely culprit?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini mod ready today :)
Post by: GTI_Josh on October 28, 2011, 11:57:45 am
Nice Flocking  :smiley:

looks smart, will look real smart when they are in!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini mod ready today :)
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 29, 2011, 12:48:08 am

Thanks, can't wait to fit them! White LEDs, higline (preferable FL cupraR& with polar), flat bottomed wheel and some new mats should keep me busy
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini mod ready today :)
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 30, 2011, 09:42:54 pm

Dash en route back to me...

Fitting Avon Ice tourers on Wed to my TD PR 1.2

Next winter I'm going to get 4 18" space savers banded for My winter tyres  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini mod ready today :)
Post by: damoegan on October 30, 2011, 09:45:44 pm
Next winter I'm going to get 4 18" space savers banded for My winter tyres  :party:


Thats what I'm going to do do too  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini mod ready today :)
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 30, 2011, 09:46:21 pm
Next winter I'm going to get 4 18" space savers banded for My winter tyres  :party:


Thats what I'm going to do do too  :happy2:

Great minds eh... Lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini mod ready today :)
Post by: keano on October 30, 2011, 10:48:36 pm
I'm going to try and destroy my pescys through winter so I have an excuse to colour change in the spring  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini mod ready today :)
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 02, 2011, 07:26:35 am
Next winter I'm going to get 4 18" space savers banded for My winter tyres  :party:


Thats what I'm going to do do too  :happy2:

Great minds eh... Lol

I'm going to try and destroy my pescys through winter so I have an excuse to colour change in the spring  :grin: :grin:

Simple minds eh?  :P


**Mini update

Winter tyres go on today. - Avon Icetourer onto my TDs

Dashboard bits on their way back to me  :party:

S3 Jhooked rear setup purchased - something to do over winter

K04 turbo outlet pipe by Neuspeed purchased - will fit over winter and try to before and after RR

Awaiting Pagid Rs4-2's from DaveB

Need to get round to flushing my brake fluid with the ATE superblue still in the boot
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update 02 Nov
Post by: keano on November 02, 2011, 07:33:29 am
Sounds good mikey.  How's the little lad getting on?

Will you be back in the country for the 26th of November?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update 02 Nov
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 02, 2011, 07:40:49 am
Sounds good mikey.  How's the little lad getting on?

Will you be back in the country for the 26th of November?

He had an MRI scan yesterday, bless him.  Dont get detailed results until tonight but it looks like bleeding on his brain has stopped and looks like there is no lasting damage at the moment.  He's drinking 60ml every few hours but mostly after 34 - 45ml he's to exhausted to co ordinated breathing and swallowing but it's still early he's made progress in the right direction mostly so far, little trooper  :ashamed:

Cheers for asking  :wink:

Looking like mid - end Dec for the move to Nottingham, just trying to organise estimator from pickfords to size the house up for how many boxes & wagons we need.

What's happenning 26th?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update 02 Nov
Post by: keano on November 02, 2011, 08:43:20 am
I've got stage 2 booked at pdt. Just asking incase you fancied a ride up and a little Dyno run.

But if you'd rather spend your life with your child and wife that's just fine!!!!! :fighting: :sad1: :sad1: :sad1:

;)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update 02 Nov
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 02, 2011, 06:30:55 pm
Will be having a before and after dyno when i fit turbo dishcharge over winter if you fancy it.

Dash arrived today, instantly makes me wish i sent more bits off.

Interior spruce up over winter me thinks
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update 02 Nov
Post by: damoegan on November 02, 2011, 08:32:22 pm
I've got stage 2 booked at pdt. Just asking incase you fancied a ride up and a little Dyno run.

I might try and pop over when your there matey  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update 02 Nov
Post by: keano on November 02, 2011, 08:42:53 pm
I've got stage 2 booked at pdt. Just asking incase you fancied a ride up and a little Dyno run.

I might try and pop over when your there matey  :happy2:

Would be nice to meet you dude. Could possibly make it a little RR day if Dave was up 4 it  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update 02 Nov
Post by: damoegan on November 02, 2011, 08:48:43 pm
I've got stage 2 booked at pdt. Just asking incase you fancied a ride up and a little Dyno run.

I might try and pop over when your there matey  :happy2:

Would be nice to meet you dude. Could possibly make it a little RR day if Dave was up 4 it  :happy2:

 :happy2:

I'm only about 15-20 mins away from them  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Interior Flocking**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 02, 2011, 09:12:03 pm


So...

Before;

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Came in handy as a subway holder

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After;

Quick snaps that I managed to het, excuse iPhone pics;

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update 02 Nov
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 02, 2011, 09:14:32 pm
Will get some better pics of the dash tomo.  Have only pushed stereo surround facia on a little bit as stereo is comming back out so I can upgrade to MFSW enabled harness for the Sony HU

Also fitted Avon Ice Touring on my TD 1,2s;

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Falkens tucked away till spring where the'll get finished off to be replaced with some fancy rubber

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Gti_Mad on November 02, 2011, 09:26:17 pm
wow looking good mike...... when your back should pay plush a visit and get the rest of the dash done  :evilgrin:  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 02, 2011, 09:27:44 pm
Plan is to send the pillars off and the heater blower rings for same treatment and eventually the back half of the dash near the windscreen and down the edges (where fuse box is)  and speak to plush automotive about some ideas on little touches :) (You just beat me to it Dawain! ^^  :signLOL:)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Hurdy on November 02, 2011, 09:57:33 pm
Lovely bit of flocking Mike  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 02, 2011, 10:00:22 pm
Lovely bit of flocking Mike  :happy2:

Thanks  :happy2:  just out the heater rings in self addressed jiffy bag to send off, should've sent them in the 1st place tbh
With main Plastic part of dash done it should look the bizz...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: liver on November 03, 2011, 11:53:53 am
flocking brilliant mate

looks nice
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 03, 2011, 11:56:38 am
flocking brilliant mate

looks nice

 :happy2:  cheers mate, I'm getting obsessed and want to do more and more bits lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: nickb on November 03, 2011, 10:11:38 pm
flocking looks mint!  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Richn83 on November 03, 2011, 10:25:19 pm
Your dash looks great mike, that is a massive improvement   :congrats: coming together nicely.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 04, 2011, 07:19:55 am
Thanks Gents  :smiley:

Ordered a set of white LEDs for interior  :smiley:  Posting a couple more little bits for flocking this morning...  Sending Pillars pay week I think.

Next up is health check (would still like a smoke test, out of interest) check seeping driveshaft oil seal.  Check condition of the plugs after the recent misfire issue.

Between now and spring....
Order BSH TB pipe to be fitted with discharge pipe over winter and look into slim universal fan.  Search for 3 space savers and a gearbox and stick some more money in the new remap jar  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: damoegan on November 04, 2011, 05:28:00 pm
Where you getting the flocking done, Mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: RobH on November 04, 2011, 05:51:57 pm
Like the flocking Mike how much was it to get done as everyone knows the poverty dash in the leon is :sick: :sick: :sick:

Im guessing plush did it for you?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 04, 2011, 06:45:16 pm
thanks rob. Im going to write a review and recommendation later ;)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 05, 2011, 12:26:37 am
thanks rob. Im going to write a review and recommendation later ;)

Remind me tomorrow, I'm shattered!   :sick:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 05, 2011, 10:19:12 am

Heater rings and dash ends, before...

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Steering column of next week too, on the scrounge for the back half of the dash aswell

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 05, 2011, 11:20:52 am
Like the flocking Mike how much was it to get done as everyone knows the poverty dash in the leon is :sick: :sick: :sick:

Im guessing plush did it for you?

thanks rob. Im going to write a review and recommendation later ;)

finished; http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,37198.msg446515.html#msg446515 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,37198.msg446515.html#msg446515)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: OLLIE_JETTA_MK5 on November 08, 2011, 02:00:42 pm
i like this flocking stuff , but it would do my nut in all the bits that stick to it lol ! looks sweet mate
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 08, 2011, 08:22:20 pm

Bought charcoal cabin / pollen filter this morning, 2min job :)

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Old one was minging!  All that crap / dried leaves etc fell out the old filter!

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 10, 2011, 08:17:53 pm

Going to be a super slow drive home from the hospital tommorow! 

Alot of bits lined up, its just finding the time!

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: b9rgo1234 on November 12, 2011, 09:36:39 pm
Hi Mike, Your car is looking really good  :happy2:
I sent you a PM on SCN bout the space savers, all 16"s im afraid. I got the LEDs ordered for the climate panel, thanks very much you your help  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 12, 2011, 09:44:14 pm
Hi Mike, Your car is looking really good  :happy2:
I sent you a PM on SCN bout the space savers, all 16"s im afraid. I got the LEDs ordered for the climate panel, thanks very much you your help  :happy2:

Not a proble mate, thanks for looking.

Cheers for the comments.

Climate panel is honestly one of my favorite mods or at least one I continue to appreciate :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: damoegan on November 12, 2011, 09:49:56 pm
Mike, if you find some suitable winter wheel solution keep me informed  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: b9rgo1234 on November 12, 2011, 09:52:08 pm
I'll keep an eye open for you if your not in too much of a hurry for them  :happy2:

Did you ever change your tailgate struts from the fabia's?
I bought a pair from StrutsDirect, 520nm the same size as the standard leon struts but they dont lift it.
i was going to try the fabias next.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 12, 2011, 09:55:26 pm
I'll keep an eye open for you if your not in too much of a hurry for them  :happy2:

Did you ever change your tailgate struts from the fabia's?
I bought a pair from StrutsDirect, 520nm the same size as the standard leon struts but they dont lift it.
i was going to try the fabias next.


You're kidding!  I sold the fabia struts and I was goin to order from struts direct on payday.
The fabia ones were fine but not long enough.

Can I ask if you're using the sirrocco bumpers as they give the initial 'push'

Cheers

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: damoegan on November 12, 2011, 09:59:29 pm
I'll keep an eye open for you if your not in too much of a hurry for them  :happy2:

 :happy2:

JUst gona live with what I've got for this year, just planning for next winter realy  :smiley:

Mike, thats a bummer dude  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 12, 2011, 10:04:02 pm
I'll keep an eye open for you if your not in too much of a hurry for them  :happy2:



Not in a rush mate no, thanks!  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: b9rgo1234 on November 13, 2011, 11:27:48 am
Hi Mike, sorry for not getting back to you last night.
Yea I "borrowed" a set of rocco bumpers from a car at work. I might order a new set and see if they work.
I have bootlid spoiler on my car, which will add an extra bit weight. That might be part of the problem.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 13, 2011, 12:00:07 pm
Hi Mike, sorry for not getting back to you last night.
Yea I "borrowed" a set of rocco bumpers from a car at work. I might order a new set and see if they work.
I have bootlid spoiler on my car, which will add an extra bit weight. That might be part of the problem.

No probs.

Because the spoiler is next to the hinge I don't think it will effect it.

What adjustments did you make to the bumpers, I must say with Rocco bumpers only my boot 'popped' just enough to get your fingers under.  It made me think they had a fair bit of push.

Sorry to sound daft, I'm not trying to insult your intelligence at all but have you adjusted the coding with vcds?

Just want to be sure before I spend £50 on struts!

Thanks for the reply!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: b9rgo1234 on November 13, 2011, 12:11:12 pm
There is a hole in the middle of the bumper for an allen key, loosen the screw inside then fully compress it and retighten.
Yea I coded it with vagcom to fully unlock/open.
It only needs a little more kick when opening, maybe 5-10mm and it would lift itself. It works if I park one side on the kerb  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 13, 2011, 12:14:13 pm
There is a hole in the middle of the bumper for an allen key, loosen the screw inside then fully compress it and retighten.
Yea I coded it with vagcom to fully unlock/open.
It only needs a little more kick when opening, maybe 5-10mm and it would lift itself. It works if I park one side on the kerb  :laugh:


I know, I've adjusted the bumpers lol.

Oh last thing do you have one or a pair of struts?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: b9rgo1234 on November 13, 2011, 12:22:43 pm
Yea I got a pair

Order Cost: £51.20

  2 x Fixed Force Gas Strut - F-SD02-200
  - [4] Rod End Bracket: No Rod End Bracket Required
  - [5] Tube End Bracket: No Tube End Bracket Required
  - [3] Tube End Fitting: Steel Ball - SBJ7
  - [2] Rod End Fitting: Steel Ball - SBJ7
 
They are 520nm each. It takes a bit bloody effort to close the boot once its open let me tell you  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 13, 2011, 12:27:03 pm

Hmmm,  :sad1:

Bugger.  I'm going to order another set of fabia ones in that case I think  :sad1:

Let me know how you get on with new bumpers and if you try adjusting the bumpers a bit more sticky out.

My last though is try the custom ones in 510nm with my
Bumpers sticking out a touch more
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: b9rgo1234 on November 13, 2011, 12:45:09 pm
I have another set of bumpers I will try tonight, I'll extened them out a couple of 'clicks' and see how it goes.
I will report back tomorrow, hopefully with a working solution  :happy2:

Whats next for the Money Pit anyway?

cheers
Richard
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 13, 2011, 12:57:18 pm
I have another set of bumpers I will try tonight, I'll extened them out a couple of 'clicks' and see how it goes.
I will report back tomorrow, hopefully with a working solution  :happy2:

Whats next for the Money Pit anyway?

cheers
Richard

Fitting S3 rear brakes - Dec 28
Fit new front discs/ Pagid blue pads / ate super blue - Dec 28
Fitting neuspeed turbo outlet pipe - Dec 28
Re fit next lot of flocked dash bits - When I get them back
Mini winter detail - Dec/Jan
TT lower arms and Alignment - Jan/Feb
Potential weight saving suprise - Jan
Software change - jan / feb

Dunlop track tyres aquired for summer fun
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 13, 2011, 01:02:47 pm
This is the Leon tailgate with the OEM struts back on and sirrocco bumpers;

http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k482/tfsi_mike/04b0b50f.mp4 (http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k482/tfsi_mike/04b0b50f.mp4)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: b9rgo1234 on November 13, 2011, 02:00:40 pm
I have another set of bumpers I will try tonight, I'll extened them out a couple of 'clicks' and see how it goes.
I will report back tomorrow, hopefully with a working solution  :happy2:

Whats next for the Money Pit anyway?

cheers
Richard

Fitting S3 rear brakes - Dec 28
Fit new front discs/ Pagid blue pads / ate super blue - Dec 28
Fitting neuspeed turbo outlet pipe - Dec 28
Re fit next lot of flocked dash bits - When I get them back
Mini winter detail - Dec/Jan
TT lower arms and Alignment - Jan/Feb
Potential weight saving suprise - Jan
Software change - jan / feb

Dunlop track tyres aquired for summer fun


Wow, thats a fair list you've got planned  :happy2:
Im waiting till next year to do my brakes, got 370mm TTRS fronts from DaveB, and Cupra rears from Dave sat SERE.
The total opposite of weightsaving  :ashamed:

What is the part number you got for the bumper? Ive taken one off a car at work its got 6K0827499 and 3C5827499.
Not sure if they are the same as the ones ive fitted to the car already.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 13, 2011, 02:14:01 pm

Have you bought your rears already?

I will dig the part no out after lunch has settled  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: b9rgo1234 on November 13, 2011, 02:58:32 pm
Yea they are lying in a box in the spare bedroom, they have been for over 6months  :laugh:
I am on the hunt for a Cupra black headlining and pillars though.
I finish at 5 so I will try the others when im home.

I'm looking forward to seeing the rest of your dash when the flocking is finished.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: b9rgo1234 on November 13, 2011, 09:18:20 pm
Got it sorted  :happy2:
I fully compressed the bumpers, then pulled them back out 2 clicks, retightened and refitted. Works every time now  :grin:
I will try and get a video up for you tomorrow  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 13, 2011, 09:20:10 pm
Got it sorted  :happy2:
I fully compressed the bumpers, then pulled them back out 2 clicks, retightened and refitted. Works every time now  :grin:
I will try and get a video up for you tomorrow  :happy2:

I'll get the custom ones ordered then.  Nice one cheers.

Tomorrow is no good, nowwwwwww  :P

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: damoegan on November 13, 2011, 09:20:49 pm
Got it sorted  :happy2:
I fully compressed the bumpers, then pulled them back out 2 clicks, retightened and refitted. Works every time now  :grin:
I will try and get a video up for you tomorrow  :happy2:

What bumpers are those mate?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: b9rgo1234 on November 13, 2011, 09:24:19 pm
Got it sorted  :happy2:
I fully compressed the bumpers, then pulled them back out 2 clicks, retightened and refitted. Works every time now  :grin:
I will try and get a video up for you tomorrow  :happy2:

What bumpers are those mate?

the scirroco boot lid popper things. when they are fully compressed they are just a touch too short.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 13, 2011, 09:28:19 pm

The guides I've read are for the golf.  All the way in maybe ideal for the golf and not the Leon.

I will click the bumpers out 2 clicks and get the ones from struts direct  :smiley:

Sorry Damien I'm gonna need to keep my bumpers

2 x 1K8 827 761 C (Scirocco bumpers). Only a tenner at dealer for pair.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: damoegan on November 13, 2011, 09:34:19 pm
Thanks guys and no worries, Mike  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Interior LEDs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 15, 2011, 03:18:40 pm
Firstly this morning was -3 degrees, that CTEK battery conditioner was on over night and the car turned over like normal.  :)

Todays mini mod....

Before...

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During

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OEM Vs New

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Done

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Happy with the result.  Blew a fuse like a mong rushing so borrowed alarm fuse for the pics lol


Link to Leds (see post 11) (http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/showthread.php?t=334245)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: rich83 on November 15, 2011, 03:23:42 pm
 :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update P20 pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 15, 2011, 03:53:57 pm
:popcornsoda:


Updated last post  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New mini mod :) 15/11/11**
Post by: Cupra R on November 15, 2011, 03:54:43 pm
Look good Mike. No problems at all? Also where from and at what cost?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Interior LEDs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 15, 2011, 03:59:14 pm
Look good Mike. No problems at all? Also where from and at what cost?

Havent started the engine yet.  Will be doing later to see if there is residual glow (if this was going to happedn would it happen with just ignition on/engine off)

Link to Leds (see post 11) (http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/showthread.php?t=334245)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New mini mod :) 15/11/11**
Post by: damoegan on November 15, 2011, 05:11:53 pm
Looks good mate (bookmarked the site for the LED's  :wink: ), and pics of the actual bulbs?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New mini mod :) 15/11/11**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 15, 2011, 05:49:12 pm
Looks good mate (bookmarked the site for the LED's  :wink: ), and pics of the actual bulbs?

Didn't get pics but the festoons look like they have a heatsink on the back with two LEDs on the front
The spot lights look like your typical LED sidelight

;)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Neuspeed Turbo Discharge pipe**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 16, 2011, 12:36:17 pm
Got this waiting to go on.  (thanks to Theo  :happy2:)


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Thing is Awesome gti site says p/n; 48.02.65

is for

Early:
A3 8P all VIN
TT Mk2 all VIN
SEAT Leon Mk2 all VIN
Octavia Mk2 all VIN
GTI MKV VIN up to 1K7_129620
Jetta V VIN up to 1K7_191156
Passat B6 all VIN

which should be good for me.  Except the p/n on the box is; 48.02.69.

The other p/n on Awesome site is; 48.02.67  

For

Late:
GTI MKV VIN after 1K7_129621
Jetta V VIN after 1K7_191157

onfused.com

I know the keyways can be an indicator but getting confused now (easily done)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: nickb on November 16, 2011, 12:44:48 pm
 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: keano on November 16, 2011, 04:24:09 pm
Did you buy that from 'Anne Summers' Mike?  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 16, 2011, 04:27:05 pm
Did you buy that from 'Anne Summers' Mike?  :grin:

 :ashamed:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: Gti_Mad on November 16, 2011, 07:02:22 pm
ah so your the 1 who beat me 2 it mike  :fighting: :fighting:

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 16, 2011, 07:08:50 pm
ah so your the 1 who beat me 2 it mike  :fighting: :fighting:

 :signLOL:

Lucky beat you to it, I beatLucky to it lol, have a bad feeling it may not fit due to APR silicone hoses though
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: Gti_Mad on November 16, 2011, 07:10:01 pm
oh rele thats no good im sure it will be fine tho mate if not im sure you can adapt it somehow  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 17, 2011, 09:28:56 am

Mrs is going out at 11 so I can ring a company over here about a part I've found that I've wanted from day 1  :jumping:

It's one that if I order wouldn't go unnoticed though  :scared:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: keano on November 17, 2011, 09:31:49 am
 :wink: :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 17, 2011, 11:07:54 am

Getting back to me today on turnaround time.  Was very helpful and spoke perfect English.  Might be pushed to get one before the move to England and then Carraige doubles  :sick:

How much would it be to get a bonnet wrapped red so the Mrs doesnt find out?  :scared: :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: rich83 on November 17, 2011, 11:53:19 am

Getting back to me today on turnaround time.  Was very helpful and spoke perfect English.  Might be pushed to get one before the move to England and then Carraige doubles  :sick:

How much would it be to get a bonnet wrapped red so the Mrs doesnt find out?  :scared: :popcornsoda:

Ill do it FOC if you get a piece of vinyl big enough!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 17, 2011, 11:55:28 am

Getting back to me today on turnaround time.  Was very helpful and spoke perfect English.  Might be pushed to get one before the move to England and then Carraige doubles  :sick:

How much would it be to get a bonnet wrapped red so the Mrs doesnt find out?  :scared: :popcornsoda:

Ill do it FOC if you get a piece of vinyl big enough!  :signLOL:

You are a legend.  I did just drop a subtle hint but she was oblivious.  :signLOL:


Micro update:

Couple more dash bits I sent to flockers arrived at thier workshop this morning  :smiley:

Going to leave Pillars and Steering column cowling till I move back to England.

Booked in Dec 28;

Fit S3 rears / ATE super blue fluid / Pagid Rs4-2 pads (cant decide on discs)
Gear oil & driveshaft oil seal
Turbo discharge pipe (if i dont end up doing it myself next week)

Thinking of the ECS clutch blled device and Forge supersize DV too
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: Andy on November 17, 2011, 03:30:07 pm

Getting back to me today on turnaround time.  Was very helpful and spoke perfect English.  Might be pushed to get one before the move to England and then Carraige doubles  :sick:

How much would it be to get a bonnet wrapped red so the Mrs doesnt find out?  :scared: :popcornsoda:

Ill do it FOC if you get a piece of vinyl big enough!  :signLOL:
seen as you like wrapping so much Rich will you do the kids pressies as well :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: b9rgo1234 on November 18, 2011, 08:09:49 pm
Hey Mike, finally got a chance to get a video up for you,

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 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 18, 2011, 08:12:22 pm

 :notworthy: :happy2:

So thats struts direct and Sirrocco bumpers a couple of clicks out?  :happy2:

Much better than the fabia ones, kept banging my head!

Im thinking of 500NM and couple of clicks out on bumpers and also lightweight lexan rear window (not just for the boot pop but as part of weight saving lol)

Thanks mate
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: b9rgo1234 on November 18, 2011, 08:21:50 pm
I had to adjust the bumpers, i think they are out 3 or 4 click now.
The struts are exactly the same length as the standard leon struts so open to the same height.
Im not sure how 500nm struts would do, if you fit lexan windows and remove the rear wiper motor that should save a fair bit weight  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 18, 2011, 08:23:05 pm
I had to adjust the bumpers, i think they are out 3 or 4 click now.
The struts are exactly the same length as the standard leon struts so open to the same height.
Im not sure how 500nm struts would do, if you fit lexan windows and remove the rear wiper motor that should save a fair bit weight  :happy2:

not had a rear wiper for 3 years  :P 510NM then

Was quite stiff to shutt with fabia ones  :scared: 500NM
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: rich83 on November 18, 2011, 08:24:52 pm
Yeah the fabia ones are stiff... one reason why i sold my setup!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: damoegan on November 18, 2011, 09:09:22 pm
Mike, the struts from SD are adjustable. You can adjust the force of them with a little allen key to bleed off some of the gas  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 18, 2011, 09:12:00 pm
Mike, the struts from SD are adjustable. You can adjust the force of them with a little allen key to bleed off some of the gas  :happy2:

I will ring them.  I was looking at fixed force ones but if like you say you can fine tune them, should be able to get it bang on :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: rich83 on November 24, 2011, 12:44:47 am
Have you managed to source some 3m x 3m vinyl yet?  8)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 24, 2011, 05:35:49 am
Have you managed to source some 3m x 3m vinyl yet?  8)

The company for the bonnet got back to me and said delivery for the bonnet would be 10 - 14 days.  I move out of my house in 11 days so it's cutting it fine. Might have to see if they will deliver to England... ;)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 25, 2011, 06:52:53 pm

Some more parts to add to the pile of Winter to dos :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Turbo discharge kit 16/11/11**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 26, 2011, 07:13:36 am

Some more parts to add to the pile of Winter to dos :)

Forgot to paste the pic  :ashamed:  RS3 Top mounts (Hopefully stiffer rubber if not its a suspension service :smiley:)
TT-RS Brake vents to kepp the NQS BBK cool on the streets of Nottingham  :grin:

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Having a dilemna whether to take the plunge on a  Carbon bonnet atm.  680€ delivered to Uk.
It's that or two Recaro Pole positions.  Both will lose weight up front. Added a Lexan rear window to the want list too  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: keano on November 26, 2011, 10:49:29 am
Get those big heavy f*cker seats out Mike!

They look like they weigh about 50 stone.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 26, 2011, 11:04:00 am
Get those big heavy f*cker seats out Mike!

They look like they weigh about 50 stone.

So 1 vote for seats...

But what will I do with my snap on seat cover lol

I think I will save 20kg per seat!  :surprised:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: RobH on November 26, 2011, 11:13:28 am
Ive had them out before bar the drivers seat and it makes a massive differrence. Very noisy though :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: Hurdy on November 26, 2011, 11:25:15 am
Demon Tweeks new 2012 catalogue is out now Mike. Some tasty seats in there and some Lovely Sparco ones which are just as light as the Pole positions at half the price.  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 26, 2011, 11:34:27 am
Demon Tweeks new 2012 catalogue is out now Mike. Some tasty seats in there and some Lovely Sparco ones which are just as light as the Pole positions at half the price.  :wink:

They online yet?  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 26, 2011, 11:37:23 am
Demon Tweeks new 2012 catalogue is out now Mike. Some tasty seats in there and some Lovely Sparco ones which are just as light as the Pole positions at half the price.  :wink:

Group buy, John?  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: Hurdy on November 26, 2011, 11:37:54 am
Demon Tweeks new 2012 catalogue is out now Mike. Some tasty seats in there and some Lovely Sparco ones which are just as light as the Pole positions at half the price.  :wink:

They online yet?  :party:

You can probably order a hardback copy of the catalogue online. I'll cross-reference when I'm home and see if I can get pics up for you :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: Hurdy on November 26, 2011, 11:38:22 am
Demon Tweeks new 2012 catalogue is out now Mike. Some tasty seats in there and some Lovely Sparco ones which are just as light as the Pole positions at half the price.  :wink:

Group buy, John?  :innocent:

Quite possibly  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 26, 2011, 11:48:34 am
Demon Tweeks new 2012 catalogue is out now Mike. Some tasty seats in there and some Lovely Sparco ones which are just as light as the Pole positions at half the price.  :wink:

They online yet?  :party:

You can probably order a hardback copy of the catalogue online. I'll cross-reference when I'm home and see if I can get pics up for you :happy2:

Been on tweeks loads but only been lookin at the spg and pole position, not being lazy it's just not working on my phone now for some reason  :fighting:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: MAT ED30 on November 26, 2011, 12:06:57 pm
http://www.mr2forum.org/forum/index.php?/topic/465-the-new-seat-from-recaro/

 :drool: need i say more
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: Hurdy on November 26, 2011, 12:56:37 pm
http://www.mr2forum.org/forum/index.php?/topic/465-the-new-seat-from-recaro/

 :drool: need i say more

My pc has drool on the keyboard now Matt.  :drool:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: damoegan on November 27, 2011, 11:18:34 am
http://www.mr2forum.org/forum/index.php?/topic/465-the-new-seat-from-recaro/

 :drool: need i say more

$6,800 EACH  :surprised:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: MAT ED30 on November 27, 2011, 12:31:04 pm
 :signLOL: yep
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 27, 2011, 12:36:48 pm
Bit of a dilemna...

Carbon Bonnet

TT Lower arms / Ball Joints & new Software

Pair of new Seats (lighter pole positions or Sparco Evo)

Im leaning towards TT arms and new map and then sell the Cupra seats to fund pole positions in the new year.  Seats will save more weight than a bonnet anyway.

Got loads of bits to be fitted when I get to Uk;

Neuspeed Discharge pipe
S3 Rear Brakes - J hooked
312mm Jhooked discs & Pagid blue for front
ATE super blue fluid
BlueFlame Decat Down pipe
Evoms Gloss black engine cover
Flocked heater rings

Added lexan rear window to the shopping list and trying Forge Supersize DV
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: rich83 on November 29, 2011, 05:40:16 pm
TT arms and new software....  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 29, 2011, 05:42:02 pm
TT arms and new software....  :happy2:

Find me some TT arms  :sad1: lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: rich83 on November 29, 2011, 05:43:35 pm
TT arms and new software....  :happy2:

Find me some TT arms  :sad1: lol

... find 2 sets whilst your at it :popcorn soda:
.
 Are the expensive from Audi?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **New goodies to be fitted
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 01, 2011, 06:03:54 pm
Plan to fit TT arms in Jan, can anyone tell me which polybush I need?

I'm sure the TT Ball joints don't go on the Cupra arms, am I being retarded?

Cheers
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: fab5freddy on December 01, 2011, 08:15:31 pm
I used Powerflex PFF85-501 from Awesome

And no you can't use TT ball joints on the cupra arms, you'll have to source the TT arms  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 01, 2011, 08:38:24 pm
I used Powerflex PFF85-501 from Awesome

And no you can't use TT ball joints on the cupra arms, you'll have to source the TT arms  :happy2:

Thank you for the reply, that isn't a bush that goes in the WALK is it?

 :happy2:

Edit

On looking the one you mentioned is front, is the rear one the WALK bush?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: fab5freddy on December 01, 2011, 10:01:02 pm
 That's the one mate  :happy2:  Do you already have the WALK fitted?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 02, 2011, 05:22:00 am
That's the one mate  :happy2:  Do you already have the WALK fitted?

Yup  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: vRSAlex on December 02, 2011, 12:40:07 pm
That's the one mate  :happy2:  Do you already have the WALK fitted?

Yup  :happy2:

The walk kit will fit straight onto the tt arms, but its also worth fitting the Superpro (rather than powerflex) front bush into the tt arms.

You need the TT ball joints, plates and bolts to fit the TT arms.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 02, 2011, 02:16:25 pm
That's the one mate  :happy2:  Do you already have the WALK fitted?

Yup  :happy2:

The walk kit will fit straight onto the tt arms, but its also worth fitting the Superpro (rather than powerflex) front bush into the tt arms.

You need the TT ball joints, plates and bolts to fit the TT arms.

Cheers Alex.  Will go for the superpro ones

I know about the ball joint etc,(thinking about the non oem ones jim posted £30 less).
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: vRSAlex on December 02, 2011, 11:05:35 pm
 I have the non oem ones.  They are identical, but with the Audi part stamps machines off.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 04, 2011, 09:27:27 pm

Found TT arms, paying tommorrow  :party: 

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: rich83 on December 05, 2011, 12:12:32 am

Found TT arms, paying tommorrow  :party: 



 :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 05, 2011, 12:14:24 am

Found TT arms, paying tommorrow  :party: 



 :sad1:

Been scouring eBay Rich? Was a guy breaking a white TTs convertable who agreed on £195 / pair
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: jimk04 on December 05, 2011, 08:46:56 am
There was a pair of tt hubs and in the pic were still attached to the arms.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 15, 2011, 09:45:42 am

New top mounts, TT Lower arms, 312 J hooks/Pagid blues, J hooked S3 rears, neuspeed turbo discharge pipe going on very soon  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: rich83 on December 15, 2011, 09:47:29 am
Come on... get round to vagco NOW!!  :xmassmiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: liver on December 15, 2011, 09:48:31 am
cnt wait to see the pics of everything fitted
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 15, 2011, 09:56:16 am
Come on... get round to vagco NOW!!  :xmassmiley:

 :signLOL:

Just the small matter of moving countries  :P

Subtle differences but looking forward to them
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: rich83 on December 15, 2011, 10:01:04 am
Come on... get round to vagco NOW!!  :xmassmiley:

 :signLOL:

Just the small matter of moving countries  :P

Subtle differences but looking forward to them

When are you getting them fitted mike, before xmas?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: OLLIE_JETTA_MK5 on December 15, 2011, 10:06:39 am
Gonna be awsome Mike as always !
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 15, 2011, 11:36:20 am
Come on... get round to vagco NOW!!  :xmassmiley:

 :signLOL:

Just the small matter of moving countries  :P

Subtle differences but looking forward to them

When are you getting them fitted mike, before xmas?

27 Dec I think.  Propper BDM Alignment in new year

Gonna be awsome Mike as always !


 :happy2:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: rich83 on December 15, 2011, 11:38:27 am
Ahhh bummer.... was hoping it was next week when I'm up for a couple of days!  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 15, 2011, 02:31:45 pm
Ahhh bummer.... was hoping it was next week when I'm up for a couple of days!  :sad1:


Might be able to sneak over.  Just realised you didn't text me, forgot your curry ketchup :(

Ordered pad dampers from Porsche this morning £36

Porsche Hq were in the local dealer ripping it to bits gettin ready for the launch off the new 911 tonight.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: the bruce on December 15, 2011, 03:13:52 pm
The walk kit will fit straight onto the tt arms, but its also worth fitting the Superpro (rather than powerflex) front bush into the tt arms.

You need the TT ball joints, plates and bolts to fit the TT arms.

 :happy2:

Right, the TT arms fit to the WALK bushes.

I'd leave the OEM Audi front bushes. No need to replace with poly.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 15, 2011, 03:16:52 pm

I'd like to polybush but it's getting £££ and  :tree:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: rich83 on December 15, 2011, 03:41:37 pm
Ohhh balls.... The curry sauce! Shiße!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Janner_Sy on December 15, 2011, 03:42:20 pm
to just fit the std bushes would be silly i think, if you have gone all that way to uprate the wishbones in the first place.  You will only have to do the front bushes anyway as you already have the WALK iirc.

Liz has just seen that battery on the worktop......IU just got a  :mad:  :grin: :grin:Oh well, definitely do it now lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 15, 2011, 04:02:42 pm
to just fit the std bushes would be silly i think, if you have gone all that way to uprate the wishbones in the first place.  You will only have to do the front bushes anyway as you already have the WALK iirc.

Liz has just seen that battery on the worktop......IU just got a  :mad:  :grin: :grin:Oh well, definitely do it now lol

Haha, quality.  I deny all responsibility!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: mikeyh on December 15, 2011, 06:20:27 pm
awesome car, plenty of inspiration for me being a new cupra owner, can't wait for the updates good job  :congrats:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 15, 2011, 06:22:47 pm
awesome car, plenty of inspiration for me being a new cupra owner, can't wait for the updates good job  :congrats:

Cheers dude  :ashamed: still missing the vital ingredients of diff and carbon bonnet :(
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: keano on December 15, 2011, 06:25:06 pm
When are you off to VagCo Mikey? I'll come down and bug Simon with you  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 15, 2011, 06:57:33 pm
When are you off to VagCo Mikey? I'll come down and bug Simon with you  :grin:

Can't tell you cause you'll see how dirty my car is   :ashamed:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: keano on December 15, 2011, 06:59:25 pm
I have a solution for that!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: the bruce on December 15, 2011, 08:02:52 pm
to just fit the std bushes would be silly i think, if you have gone all that way to uprate the wishbones in the first place.  You will only have to do the front bushes anyway as you already have the WALK iirc.

The stock front bushing is already solid. It's the rear bushing that makes
a huge difference.
Replacing the front bushes is some work and you need a press. So imho
it doesen't make much sense.

Even more: ride comfort isn't something to like if fully polied'
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 15, 2011, 09:29:01 pm
I have a solution for that!  :signLOL:

Do go on...  :laugh:


to just fit the std bushes would be silly i think, if you have gone all that way to uprate the wishbones in the first place.  You will only have to do the front bushes anyway as you already have the WALK iirc.

The stock front bushing is already solid. It's the rear bushing that makes
a huge difference.
Replacing the front bushes is some work and you need a press. So imho
it doesen't make much sense.

Even more: ride comfort isn't something to like if fully polied'

Ride comfort is something I sacrificed along time ago Holger  :ashamed:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: the bruce on December 15, 2011, 10:07:15 pm
I know, Mike.  :signLOL:

I have swapped to (front) poly bushes, but I wouldn't do this again.
Not that it's bad in any way. It just isn't worth the hassle in my eyes
because I promise you won't feel any difference, New TT arms come
with new (solid) rubber bushes that are paid for.

 :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 22, 2011, 01:35:54 pm

Forge supersize DV should now be with me in days few.  Deposit paid on Geo / alignment.

Collecting my Blueflame decat DP in next few days, massive thanks to Chris "VrSerious" for storing
It for me for last couple of months!

If I can sell my miltek car back will be buying Vaughnies Blueflame.

New top mounts, TT lower arms, neuspeed discharge pipe, driveshaft oil seal, S3 rears going on 27/28th

Merry christmas to me  :xmaspresent:

Oh and my pride and joy made it onto the forum Calender  :xmassmiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Andy on December 22, 2011, 02:34:35 pm
all good then--so whens it all going on the car :xmaspresent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 22, 2011, 02:49:51 pm
all good then--so whens it all going on the car :xmaspresent:

Most of it on 27th :D
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Janner_Sy on December 22, 2011, 03:23:12 pm
You home here or away for xmas with family mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 22, 2011, 06:26:50 pm
You home here or away for xmas with family mike?

Currently in Doncaster, hoping to be back at home before new year. Where are you over Xmas?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Janner_Sy on December 22, 2011, 10:08:22 pm
chilwell
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 22, 2011, 10:11:37 pm
chilwell

Fancy a trip to BDM first few days in Jan for a fast road / geo setup?  Will be fitting my forge supersize DV 28/29th if you fancy it  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Janner_Sy on December 22, 2011, 10:15:46 pm
Im bk at work on the 3rd, but im up for jumping in with you and seeing BDMs setup there. 
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 22, 2011, 10:19:43 pm
Im bk at work on the 3rd, but im up for jumping in with you and seeing BDMs setup there. 

No problem  :happy2:

Interested to see any difference with the new DV.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: vRSAlex on December 23, 2011, 09:00:47 pm
I will get the kettle on then!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: DaveB@Vagbremtechnic on December 23, 2011, 09:23:34 pm
When you going down to backdraft? Might come and bring a boxster caliper, can you Pm me which side it is
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 23, 2011, 09:30:16 pm
When you going down to backdraft? Might come and bring a boxster caliper, can you Pm me which side it is

When fitting it was the left / n/s that didn't seem to want to seal (nipple) but I remember when I rang you I was looking at the drivers side so I'm not sure now, had 5million things on my mind over last couple of months  :sick:

I plan on going 3rd or 4th to BDM, will text you as soon as I know when they can fit me in if you want to come over  :happy2:  :notworthy:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: vRSAlex on December 23, 2011, 09:33:50 pm
Ball joint on top.  :fighting:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: vRSAlex on December 23, 2011, 09:53:32 pm
Proof pic from Danish's build thread:  :happy2:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi715.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fww160%2Fjakethemoss%2FIMG_1298.jpg&hash=58ffed6b49564f0ace549a58bc4997ac31d1195b)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: the bruce on December 23, 2011, 11:27:05 pm
Take care !!

On that pic there's a wrong nut for connecting steering rod to hub !!

There's a flange/collar nut needed !!

 :jumping:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 27, 2011, 07:52:17 pm

Mini mod tonight....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2Fb7796ac1.jpg&hash=efe78c108ae0eb8ce165d8aa71cb79c5c3a5cdcf)

Bright white LED reverse bulb, handy for reverse manouvring at night :)

Happy with it so far, will update if I have any issues with it.  Lots going on with the car in next week or so :D
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: rich83 on December 27, 2011, 08:00:46 pm
Did you get  all your bits put on?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 27, 2011, 08:03:29 pm
Did you get  all your bits put on?

Have a booking tomo and a booking on 3rd :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: rich83 on December 27, 2011, 08:04:08 pm
Ahh.. thought it was today.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: djhorace on December 27, 2011, 08:15:01 pm
This thread is huge now! Going to take 3 days to read it ha ha.
Red is the best colour for these for sure  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 27, 2011, 08:17:36 pm
This thread is huge now! Going to take 3 days to read it ha ha.
Red is the best colour for these for sure  :smiley:

Nothing major happened for a while Al :(

A few nice changes this week :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: jimk04 on December 27, 2011, 10:22:29 pm
Mike what is the reverse bulb, and can't we get 2 working?

I have to back up my narrow drive daily and its.well tight and I can't see Jack!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 27, 2011, 10:47:01 pm
Mike what is the reverse bulb, and can't we get 2 working?

I have to back up my narrow drive daily and its.well tight and I can't see Jack!

[ebay]350458872082[/ebay]   :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Janner_Sy on December 28, 2011, 01:16:13 pm
Did you get  all your bits put on?

Have a booking tomo and a booking on 3rd :)

ill come down with you if you get it changed to the 2nd mike.  Some of us start work on the 3rd :mad: .  You have had more time off than john waynes safety   catch :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 28, 2011, 10:28:03 pm

Spent the day at VagCo in Doncaster today...

New cam follower (I check it between 5 & 10k) old one was fine but renewed it anyway
Jubilee replaced that German dealer lost off my ITG
New NGK irridium '8s'
New 312mm j hooked discs
Pagid blue pads
S3 rear brakes with j hooked discs
New top mounts
TTs lower arms / ball joints
Neuspeed turbo discharge pipe.

Going to backdraft Motorsports on Monday for Alex to sort a fast road setup, check I've set the resin on the pagid pads and hopefully put my ATE super blue racing fluid in.

Lots of scrubbing and scraping ATM but other than bedding my brakes in I'm not driving the car until its setup.

Next up is Blueflame decat downpipe and wheel refurb

Saving for Revo and Diff

Update after alignment / Geo and I get to give it some beans  :party: :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: 56OctyVRS on December 28, 2011, 10:40:17 pm
Hows it running on the 8s?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 28, 2011, 10:42:09 pm
Hows it running on the 8s?

Seems to pull very well, always did when putting in fresh 7's though too.
Definitely feels better but don't know what was the new plugs and how much was the neuspeed discharge pipe  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: 56OctyVRS on December 28, 2011, 11:03:51 pm
I will be going stage 3 soon so i might get some 8s. I already have the autotech hpfp and BCS are using my car to develop an exhaust for the octy in the next few weeks. I have the sfs hoses and the larger turbo hose does make a difference on the way the power is pit down. Im sure the neuspeed does the same job. Your car is looking and sounding like an awesome machine! :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT arm question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 28, 2011, 11:08:45 pm
I will be going stage 3 soon so i might get some 8s. I already have the autotech hpfp and BCS are using my car to develop an exhaust for the octy in the next few weeks. I have the sfs hoses and the larger turbo hose does make a difference on the way the power is pit down. Im sure the neuspeed does the same job. Your car is looking and sounding like an awesome machine! :notworthy:

Thanks!

Just craving that bit of extra power (revo) and weight  loss! (carbon bonnet, seats, lexan rear screen)  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: nickb on December 29, 2011, 01:34:42 am
minnnnnnnnt  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: luca1 on December 29, 2011, 08:07:35 pm
Stunning  :congrats:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 29, 2011, 08:13:55 pm

Little update on the Avon Ice touring...

Considering my geometry is all over and one of my 4 ARB clamps has recently snapped the car felt very stable over standing water today in sh*te weather on the M1

Off with Sy tomo to have a ride in the homomobile round Mallory park  :driver:

Backdraft on the 2nd for fast road setup & hopefully new posh brake fluid   :jumping:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: rich83 on December 30, 2011, 12:20:59 am
Shame i can't come to mallory with my camera...  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 30, 2011, 12:21:43 am
Shame i can't come to mallory with my camera...  :sad1:

Doooo it  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 30, 2011, 12:22:27 am
Can you make BDM on 2nd rich?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Matto on December 30, 2011, 12:31:55 am
I'm not far from Mallory. Might pop down if the weather isn't too bad.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: rich83 on December 30, 2011, 12:38:52 am
Can you make BDM on 2nd rich?

Not any more... got stuff on now.  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Janner_Sy on December 30, 2011, 12:47:12 am
Shame i can't come to mallory with my camera...  :sad1:

Doooo it  :wink:

Would be amusing, I have sore hands after stripping skin of a few fingers  rock clumbing so steering might be an issue :driver:

Keep focused on mikes face, he's never beenin a car over 70mph, he's to used to driving like miss daisy  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 30, 2011, 02:46:54 am

Chortle chortle.

 :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: jimk04 on December 30, 2011, 01:47:32 pm
Looking forward to your report on the alignment session at BDM!

Fitted my springs on Wednesday and it feels fine, but I must fit my TT arms and ally hubs soon so will deff need setting up then.

Thinking BDM if I can be bothered to drive down to MK! Or TT shop - bit nearer.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: rich83 on December 30, 2011, 11:10:36 pm
TT Roadsport have done my last 2 cars, very happy with the service.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: vRSAlex on December 30, 2011, 11:27:11 pm
TT Roadsport have done my last 2 cars, very happy with the service.

You missed the bit saying Alex at BDM knows the most about this setup and would be the best person to use for setting your car up perfectly?!
 :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: rich83 on December 30, 2011, 11:48:45 pm
TT Roadsport have done my last 2 cars, very happy with the service.

You missed the bit saying Alex at BDM knows the most about this setup and would be the best person to use for setting your car up perfectly?!
 :signLOL:


 :signLOL:

Id come up at the same time as mikey boy, but i can't afford it at the moment.  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra *Backdraft Motorsport are w*nk*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 03, 2012, 04:34:22 pm
Quite a disappointment today.  Drove down to Northampton to BDM for fast road setup after having the TT lower arms fitted.

Driving away the car's barely driveable as the wing (near where it meets my bumper) is shedding the tyre over slight bumps and bends.  :sick:

BDM Alex & myself were hoping Alex would be doing the alignment as he's very familiar with the chassis but the bosses had other things planned for him.  :sad1:

Admittedly the NSF arb clamp is snapped which doesn't help by any stretch but it wasn't as near as bad on the drive down.
I would've preferred to have been there when the initial measurements were taken and discussed what needed to e done.

I'm going to raise the car up 1st chance I get 10-15mm all round in hope it solves it, will have to get alignment re checked after.

Alex regapped the plugs and changed my brake fluid and the car feels a lot better for both so a big thanks to him for that!  :happy2: :drinking:


Quite frustrated and a few hundred quid lighter  :sick:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: rich83 on January 03, 2012, 04:37:02 pm
  :confused:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: damoegan on January 03, 2012, 06:28:55 pm
Have you spoke to BDM about it, Mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 03, 2012, 06:53:33 pm
Have you spoke to BDM about it, Mike?

It was getting more expensive Damien, he offered to raise it but wouldve had to raise, re align and re check & it was already £200  :sad1:

+ £65 to gap the plugs
+ £75 brake fluid swap

when I got home I kicked myself for accepting it worse than it arrived  :ashamed:

I think if I raise it 10-15mm all round it may stop scrubbing, I'm far from an expert but I think if the wheel is moved back a little with the geometry it may help as the wheel seems right to the front of the arch and is where it's catching.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: rich83 on January 03, 2012, 06:59:31 pm
Have you spoke to BDM about it, Mike?

It was getting more expensive Damien, he offered to raise it but wouldve had to raise, re align and re check & it was already £200  :sad1:

+ £65 to gap the plugs
+ £75 brake fluid swap

when I got home I kicked myself for accepting it worse than it arrived  :ashamed:

I think if I raise it 10-15mm all round it may stop scrubbing, I'm far from an expert but I think if the wheel is moved back a little with the geometry it may help as the wheel seems right to the front of the arch and is where it's catching.

So you've left with alignment, matched to a ride height that is un-usable. When you raise it up, the alignment will be out again... so 2 steps forward and then 3 back.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: damoegan on January 03, 2012, 07:02:36 pm
Did BDM lower it from the ride hight that you went in with?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 03, 2012, 07:04:52 pm
Did BDM lower it from the ride hight that you went in with?

It's the same ride height as it went it.  Quite low. It has never scrubbed. It scrubbed a
Little bit since fitting the wishbones wih very rough alignment and today scrubs sh*t loads.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: rich83 on January 03, 2012, 07:05:51 pm
Have you got the print out of the alignment?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 03, 2012, 07:08:12 pm
Have you got the print out of the alignment?

 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: rich83 on January 03, 2012, 07:09:10 pm
Have you got the print out of the alignment?

 :happy2:

And? Is it OK... was alex happy with the setup that had been achieved?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: vRSAlex on January 03, 2012, 07:19:28 pm
It was great to meet mike and work on his car today.  I'm also disappointed with the outcome of the day and the fact you went away unsatisfied.

I'm still not sure why it was an hour for gapping the plugs and £75 rather than £65 for the brake fluid change.  I have no influence on prices charged, but do state the hours that should be charged.

Were you quoted 150 plus vat for the alignment when you paid the deposit before Xmas?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: fab5freddy on January 03, 2012, 07:23:01 pm
Did BDM lower it from the ride hight that you went in with?

It's the same ride height as it went it.  Quite low. It has never scrubbed. It scrubbed a
Little bit since fitting the wishbones wih very rough alignment and today scrubs sh*t loads.



Mike you will drop another 10 mm when fitting the TT  arms & gain 12 mm in track

I,d would say if you bring it up 10 you should be good to go.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 03, 2012, 07:26:10 pm
It was great to meet mike and work on his car today.  I'm also disappointed with the outcome of the day esp for the prices he paid.  

I'm still not sure why it was an hour for gapping the plugs and £75 rather than £65 for the brake fluid change.  I have no influence on prices charged, but do state the hours that should be charged.

Were you quoted 150 plus vat for the alignment when you paid the deposit before Xmas?

My mistake; £65 +vat gapping plugs, £75 + vat fluid flush.

Yes I feel it's expensive but I'm glad ive felt an improvement


I have a quote for £150 + vat  :happy2: that Steve emailed me when I enquired about the DV and fitting TT arms and top mounts  :happy2:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: rich83 on January 03, 2012, 07:26:56 pm
180 pounds for alignment sounds like an awful lot. How long does it take?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 03, 2012, 07:43:00 pm
180 pounds for alignment sounds like an awful lot. How long does it take?

I was thinking "you get what you pay for / buy nice or buy twice etc" i.e. Ride height could have been fettled, subfame adjusted to achieve the "Fast road setup"
Wiling to pay the premium to get the car how I have been wanting  :sad1:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: vRSAlex on January 03, 2012, 07:45:53 pm
If you or anyone else would like pre gapped plugs then let me know.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 03, 2012, 07:51:04 pm

 :happy2:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2F9652c785.jpg&hash=2dd0f4a25adf51c5c57fc276833172a75ff6efbb)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: rich83 on January 03, 2012, 07:53:55 pm
My eyes are bleeding.

Why did you not get Simon @ VAGCO to fit the top mounts and wishbones? Would have cost you a 1/3 of the amount.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 03, 2012, 07:54:36 pm
My eyes are bleeding.

Why did you not get Simon @ VAGCO to fit the top mounts and wishbones? Would have cost you a 1/3 of the amount.

I did & it did  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: rich83 on January 03, 2012, 07:57:24 pm
My eyes are bleeding.

Why did you not get Simon @ VAGCO to fit the top mounts and wishbones? Would have cost you a 1/3 of the amount.

I did & it did  :happy2:

Ohh i see... i thought that was your invoice not just a quote!   :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 03, 2012, 08:24:02 pm
My eyes are bleeding.

Why did you not get Simon @ VAGCO to fit the top mounts and wishbones? Would have cost you a 1/3 of the amount.

I did & it did  :happy2:

Ohh i see... i thought that was your invoice not just a quote!   :happy2:

Aaah.  Its the quotation I recieved, needless to say TT arms, top mounts, S3 rears, Front discs & pads, cam follower, plugs, turbo discharge pipe were done at VagCo  :notworthy: :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: jimk04 on January 04, 2012, 06:37:09 am
So did you see a 10mm drop with the TT arms Mike?

Sorry to hear your dissappointment...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: fab5freddy on January 04, 2012, 07:47:36 am
So did you see a 10mm drop with the TT arms Mike?

Sorry to hear your dissappointment...



Jim have a look at this thread, some good info  http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,28835.0.html (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,28835.0.html)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 04, 2012, 10:11:02 am
So did you see a 10mm drop with the TT arms Mike?

Sorry to hear your dissappointment...

Not that I'm aware Jim  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Janner_Sy on January 04, 2012, 01:34:23 pm
It was great to meet mike and work on his car today.  I'm also disappointed with the outcome of the day esp for the prices he paid.  

I'm still not sure why it was an hour for gapping the plugs and £75 rather than £65 for the brake fluid change.  I have no influence on prices charged, but do state the hours that should be charged.

Were you quoted 150 plus vat for the alignment when you paid the deposit before Xmas?

My mistake; £65 +vat gapping plugs, £75 + vat fluid flush.

Yes I feel it's expensive but I'm glad ive felt an improvement



Are you joking  :scared: 65+vat for regapping 4 spark plugs.  Thats horrendous. :scared:  I could have done that for free Mike. I cant believe you paid that.  
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 04, 2012, 01:42:12 pm

Given I have a feeler gauge in the shed neither can I Sy.   :sick:


Replacement arb clamp will be 4 weeks from awesome so the car won't be going anywhere.

Looks like my Missus has just signed for my new DV so I need toget that fitted and post my other one off to
Benji who's Waited very patiently!

Next update will be; Fix Arb, raise car, re check geo, driveshaft oil seal, see if quaife GB goes through, sell miltek and try a BCS system.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Janner_Sy on January 04, 2012, 01:48:34 pm
Ill be sticking to Wheels in Motion or Centergravity for my alignment work then.  They are alot cheaper as well.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: 56OctyVRS on January 04, 2012, 07:48:21 pm
BCS is the way to go  :happy2:

What did they change the gaps on the plugs too?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 06, 2012, 05:16:37 pm

Fitted Forge supersize Dv today. Have a decent idle but is stalling every time I slow right down  :sad1:

Going to check everything is tight to ensure there are no leaks and check the o ring inside the dv to ensure its seated properly.  Further than that god knows  :confused:

Hasn't been my week.

Also raised the car today, 300mm arch to top of my team dynamics wheel cap all round. Is much more driveable but may need to come up another 5mm as its still scrubbing.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: benjii on January 06, 2012, 05:32:29 pm
Really has not been your week mate but many thanks for sending out the dv  :happy2:

Hope things look better soon  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Wasnt broke shouldn't have fixed it
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 07, 2012, 09:08:50 am

Tightened the hose clamps last night and went for a spin, still stalling when slowing down...

Going out now to take a look inside the DV to check the seal.

When removing the nuts for the original DV bracket the part below pulled away from the inlet manifold a little

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2Fc1c3878d.jpg&hash=bc5b66ad91f010d54756991ff592732a728009ec)

(the brown bit) It pushed back on okay, could something have been damaged causing a leak?

Further than that any ideas?

It wasn't broke, shouldn't have fixed it.  Typical shiny kit syndrome as usual
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Wasnt broke shouldn't have fixed it
Post by: Andy on January 07, 2012, 09:23:59 am
thing we have all done a mod on our cars to then make it run like a bag of spanners,then think why oh why didn't i just leave it alone :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Wasnt broke shouldn't have fixed it
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 07, 2012, 02:45:05 pm

Forge supersize valve off. Rev D on.

I need to get out of this game!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Wasnt broke shouldn't have fixed it
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 07, 2012, 06:15:07 pm

Was going to get Diff next but after the weeks List of fails I'm going to take Paul @ REVO up on his amnesty deal to make myself feel better.

I missed out on a FREE swap from APR to REVO at Awesome Gti so Paul has offered me discounted amnesty deal.

Raising car a further 10mm this week and having geo re checked.

Going to ring or Email BDM about my disappointment in the "fast road setup" that I was  quoted £150 for and paid £200 for a car much worse than when it arrived   :sick:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Wasnt broke shouldn't have fixed it
Post by: Cupra R on January 07, 2012, 06:21:08 pm
Mike. RobH had some issues with stalling and I'm sure it was something to do with his Forge DV (normal size)

Give him a message as I'm sure he got to the bottom of it.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Wasnt broke shouldn't have fixed it
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 07, 2012, 06:22:27 pm

My normal Forge DV was fine, I just got shiny stuff syndrome lol.

I'll give rob a message though cheers  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Wasnt broke shouldn't have fixed it
Post by: Janner_Sy on January 07, 2012, 06:27:16 pm

My normal Forge DV was fine, I just got shiny stuff syndrome lol.

I'll give rob a message though cheers  :happy2:

That sums you up 100%.

That car will be able to track way above your abilities now.  Use that cash for trackdays and use it for what it was modified for
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Update
Post by: Deacon on January 07, 2012, 06:47:54 pm
Ill be sticking to Wheels in Motion or Centergravity for my alignment work then.  They are alot cheaper as well.

Sorry, off topic but i can't recommend centre gravity enough - Chris is nothing short of a genius and will be the only person i trust and use for any chassis work now. Not sure about them being cheaper but definitely a case of you get what you pay for!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Wasnt broke shouldn't have fixed it
Post by: Cupra R on January 07, 2012, 07:06:15 pm

My normal Forge DV was fine, I just got shiny stuff syndrome lol.

I'll give rob a message though cheers  :happy2:

Yeah, that's what I meant. I'm wondering if what was wrong with his is what's causing your problems.

Side note.

What's supposed to be the benefit of the super sized valve?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Wasnt broke shouldn't have fixed it
Post by: 94Luke on January 07, 2012, 08:08:16 pm
Just missed you this morning, Steve said you were down with a DV problem lol. Strange how the bigger Forge one did naff all. Which does it run better with do you think, the normal Forge size or OEM the one?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Wasnt broke shouldn't have fixed it
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 07, 2012, 08:12:21 pm
Just missed you this morning, Steve said you were down with a DV problem lol. Strange how the bigger Forge one did naff all. Which does it run better with do you think, the normal Forge size or OEM the one?

Had no bother at all with the normal size one, just fancied seeing what difference the supersize one made.

Not sure which Revision / Version Steve put on for me.  Ordering a new D on Monday morning. 
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Wasnt broke shouldn't have fixed it
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 07, 2012, 11:30:01 pm

TT lower arms:

Has everyone else has bad clearance issues?  The car is/was quite low admittedly but has been raised about 12mm all round and still catches.

It didnt seem to catch when very roughly set up, but did hourendously after alignment at BDM.

I'm going to raise it again but feel I'm just undoing the camber I bought the adjustable arms for in the 1st place?

Any input welcome  :drinking:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: rich83 on January 08, 2012, 12:25:43 am
I hope BDM offer you some money back... Sounds like they lifted your leg.... And kicked you in the balls.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 08, 2012, 12:39:55 am
I hope BDM offer you some money back... Sounds like they lifted your leg.... And kicked you in the balls.

Just finished an email to them expressing my sheer frustration!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: Janner_Sy on January 08, 2012, 12:42:49 am
How much camber are you running, have you posted the printout
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Wasnt broke shouldn't have fixed it
Post by: rex on January 08, 2012, 09:43:52 am

TT lower arms:

Has everyone else has bad clearance issues?  The car is/was quite low admittedly but has been raised about 12mm all round and still catches.

It didnt seem to catch when very roughly set up, but did hourendously after alignment at BDM.

I'm going to raise it again but feel I'm just undoing the camber I bought the adjustable arms for in the 1st place?

Any input welcome  :drinking:



Hi Mike,

I would suspect that you are running >2 negative camber and 8x18 ET 45 TD's. Am I right?
With this setup my car would definitely have problems. I do not know how much Seat Leon's have front clearance but if you have rubbing issues than I would say you have 3 options:
1. remove the TT arms
2. see if you can do something to the inside of the fender so that the clearance will increase (the mk5 has a bolt that has to be removed and that gives more clearance.
3. buy some wider fenders (I am doing this at the moment; I am buying some Kerscher fenders but they don't have any products for Seat  :sad1:)
I'm afraid that by lowering the negative camber will give you only a few millimeters of extra clearance.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Wasnt broke shouldn't have fixed it
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 08, 2012, 09:53:58 am

TT lower arms:

Has everyone else has bad clearance issues?  The car is/was quite low admittedly but has been raised about 12mm all round and still catches.

It didnt seem to catch when very roughly set up, but did hourendously after alignment at BDM.

I'm going to raise it again but feel I'm just undoing the camber I bought the adjustable arms for in the 1st place?

Any input welcome  :drinking:



Hi Mike,

I would suspect that you are running >2 negative camber and 8x18 ET 45 TD's. Am I right?
With this setup my car would definitely have problems. I do not know how much Seat Leon's have front clearance but if you have rubbing issues than I would say you have 3 options:
1. remove the TT arms
2. see if you can do something to the inside of the fender so that the clearance will increase (the mk5 has a bolt that has to be removed and that gives more clearance.
3. buy some wider fenders (I am doing this at the moment; I am buying some Kerscher fenders but they don't have any products for Seat  :sad1:)
I'm afraid that by lowering the negative camber will give you only a few millimeters of extra clearance.

I will raise the car a little more and look at having the arches modified. 

I will scan the printout when I get chance.

Thanks very much for your input Rex
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: vRSAlex on January 08, 2012, 10:02:36 am
Hope I can explain why the alignment caused the tyres to rub more.  The first problem (that I found on my car) is when fitting the TT arms with the whiteline walk kit the caster is increased by 2 degrees, or in other words, the wheel is pushed an extra 2ish cm towards the front of the car.  This alone gives clearance issues if the car is too low.  I got around this slightly by modifying the walk kit to allow the subframe to move back and decrease the caster and by raising the car 5mm.  The TT arms also increase the track width giving less clearance from the tyre to the arch.

When aligned to the required camber the track is increased more still and the caster very slightly too.

Raising the car should give more clearance and won't loose too much camber.  Raising 20mm would only loose 10mins of camber which would take your camber from -2.40 to -2.30.  Remembering that there are 60 mins in a degree.

Mike, it would be worth popping the arch liners off and trimming where it catches on the front behind the arch liner.

 :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Wasnt broke shouldn't have fixed it
Post by: rex on January 08, 2012, 10:09:04 am
I will raise the car a little more and look at having the arches modified. 

I will scan the printout when I get chance.

Thanks very much for your input Rex

Raising the car helps with the rubbing issues and it might even resolve them. It just depends how much higher you'll get... I didn't want to raise my car to much, that's why I am buying the wider fenders.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 08, 2012, 10:14:49 am

Thanks for the reminder on modifying the WALK Alex. It would have been much easier if Mark just let you do my car as planned as you have experienced all the issues with tuning this chassis.  :sad1:

Will I be putting further strain on different parts by filing out the Walk and moving the subframe forward with the current settings?

 :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: vRSAlex on January 08, 2012, 10:46:10 am
Once the walk is modded and the subframe moved back then the only thing you will need to do is have the alignment redone :(
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: jimk04 on January 08, 2012, 04:00:16 pm
Would fitting the tt wishbones without a WALK help?

What if one was to use Superpro eccentric bushes...does this still push the wheel forward?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 12, 2012, 11:19:39 pm

Deposit taken on the miltek so next bits are:

New System by Nige @ BCS with a blueflame decat downpipe (as soon as Nige has the new tailpipe in stock)

Drill snapped screw out of subframe and replace cracked front under tray (next time I'm at VagCo)

Pay for Revo (tomorrow)

Await arrival of new ARB fitting kit & fit (3 week wait)

Have revo put on (when arb is fixed)

Driveshaft oil seal (next visit to VagCo)

modify WALK re do alignment With VrAlex (end of the month)

 :party:



Save for diff, wmi, carbon bonnet, lexan rear window. 

Job done  :smiley:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: Andy on January 12, 2012, 11:25:11 pm
bloody cars why do we mod them
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: the bruce on January 13, 2012, 12:25:12 pm
I would suspect that you are running >2 negative camber and 8x18 ET 45 TD's. Am I right?
With this setup my car would definitely have problems. I do not know how much Seat Leon's have front clearance but if you have rubbing issues than I would say you have 3 options:
1. remove the TT arms
2. see if you can do something to the inside of the fender so that the clearance will increase (the mk5 has a bolt that has to be removed and that gives more clearance.
3. buy some wider fenders (I am doing this at the moment; I am buying some Kerscher fenders but they don't have any products for Seat  :sad1:)
I'm afraid that by lowering the negative camber will give you only a few millimeters of extra clearance.

 :happy2:


The first problem (that I found on my car) is when fitting the TT arms with the whiteline walk kit the caster is increased by 2 degrees,

It's just 30' (0.5°), Alex. So a few mm.

 :wink:

Mike, if you have about -2°30' of camber now just reduce it to less than -2° and raise the front ~ 10 mm.
There will be still an improvement in front grip and turn in.

 :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: vRSAlex on January 13, 2012, 02:10:45 pm
From the standard arms at normal ride height going to the tt arms with the walk kit and lowering the car added the 2 degs of caster. It went up to 9 degs 30 mins.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: dionet on January 13, 2012, 08:15:13 pm

Deposit taken on the miltek so next bits are:

New System by Nige @ BCS with a blueflame decat downpipe (as soon as Nige has the new tailpipe in stock)


Going for the dual center tail pipes, or stock location?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 13, 2012, 08:16:41 pm

Deposit taken on the miltek so next bits are:

New System by Nige @ BCS with a blueflame decat downpipe (as soon as Nige has the new tailpipe in stock)


Going for the dual center tail pipes, or stock location?

OEM Cupra Oval  :happy2:

They are wanting a centre exit Leon to develop on for a discounted system.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini mod ready today :)
Post by: JonnyF on January 22, 2012, 08:36:33 pm
A before shot for reference....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2Fadd77dbb.jpg&hash=b1a5e3d4370a94b332f565c2b98d977abfb1ef7d)

the main part of the leon dash is in two parts.  The rear part nearest the windscreen and down the sides (where the fuse box is) is plastic & I eventually want it the same finish as the above flocked bits.  The rest is a carbon effect finish thats a little bit spongy to prod, that will be staying as it is...

Do you know the part number for the radio fascia or the colour?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 22, 2012, 08:38:30 pm
Dave Hawthorne @ SERE motors is your man  :happy2:  

00 44 28 9038 5336

http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/member.php?u=27274 (http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/member.php?u=27274)

Very friendly, extremely helpful and great prices

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 22, 2012, 08:46:31 pm


Micro update;

NQSBBK is refurbed and for sale.

Neuspeed arb fitting kit is here so ARB will be fixed on Saturday

350mm discs are in for powdercoating and hopefully fitted Saturday with 996Turbo calipers

Bought Peloquin Diff. Probably fit in July

Discovered the German dealer who replaced my front bumper didn't replace my cold air feed  :fighting: :fighting:

Waiting for BCS to get oval tail pipe in stock to have 3" system made to match my 3" decat DP

Think that's it  :happy2:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: JonnyF on January 22, 2012, 09:04:20 pm
Dave Hawthorne @ SERE motors is your man  :happy2:  

00 44 28 9038 5336

http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/member.php?u=27274 (http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/member.php?u=27274)

Very friendly, extremely helpful and great prices



Thanks Mike, thats handy he's not far from me, he's off to thursday as he's away for training I will get him then. 028  instead of 0044 will get you him as NI is still the UK.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 22, 2012, 09:06:00 pm
Dave Hawthorne @ SERE motors is your man  :happy2:  

00 44 28 9038 5336

http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/member.php?u=27274 (http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/member.php?u=27274)

Very friendly, extremely helpful and great prices



Thanks Mike, thats handy he's not far from me, he's off to thursday as he's away for training I will get him then. 028  instead of 0044 will get you him as NI is still the UK.

Still in my iPhone as 0044 is I've lived in Germany for last 4 years  :happy2:

Just moved back to nottingham
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: john_o on January 22, 2012, 09:26:50 pm
you got the REVO software fitted yet Mike? and if so hows it compare to APR  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: JonnyF on January 22, 2012, 09:28:21 pm
Ah yes right enough lol!

Have you saw the BCS downpipe and sports cat Mike?

I've just bought my leon and get it at the end of the month and I was thinking about it. I'm more familiar with them for the Focus RS Mk1 and the sports cat for them is excellant.

I can't decide to go remap and CIA or remap and sports cat, any thoughts yourself?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 22, 2012, 09:29:53 pm
you got the REVO software fitted yet Mike? and if so hows it compare to APR  :evilgrin:

Paul Farenden is calling me back on Monday to make a booking.  Bought a peloquin diff over the weekend though so Revo maybe when I get back from the middle east in July  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: vRSAlex on January 22, 2012, 10:12:16 pm
Ooooh a diff.  Did you go for the high torque peloquins like mine?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: DaveB@Vagbremtechnic on January 22, 2012, 10:18:38 pm
Alex you about tomorrow for a chit chat on your mobile?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 22, 2012, 10:18:50 pm
Ooooh a diff.  Did you go for the high torque peloquins like mine?

Tis a peloquin are there different variants?  :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 22, 2012, 10:21:51 pm
Alex you about tomorrow for a chit chat on your mobile?

Free Tonight, before 10am tomorrow, lunchtime or after tea tomo  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: vRSAlex on January 22, 2012, 10:27:07 pm
Alex you about tomorrow for a chit chat on your mobile?

Free Tonight, before 10am tomorrow, lunchtime or after tea tomo  :happy2:

I'm Alex, your Mike!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: vRSAlex on January 22, 2012, 10:28:17 pm
Ooooh a diff.  Did you go for the high torque peloquins like mine?

Tis a peloquin are there different variants?  :scared:

Two different options.  Standard and high torque.  Who did you get it from?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 22, 2012, 10:29:02 pm
Alex you about tomorrow for a chit chat on your mobile?

Free Tonight, before 10am tomorrow, lunchtime or after tea tomo  :happy2:

I'm Alex, your Mike!

 :ashamed:


Ooooh a diff.  Did you go for the high torque peloquins like mine?

Tis a peloquin are there different variants?  :scared:

Two different options.  Standard and high torque.  Who did you get it from?

JC Boc
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: vRSAlex on January 22, 2012, 10:29:16 pm
Alex you about tomorrow for a chit chat on your mobile?

I will be.  If I don't pick up then I will call back as soon as I can.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: vRSAlex on January 22, 2012, 10:30:10 pm
I'm not sure who jc boc is?  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 22, 2012, 10:32:41 pm
I'm not sure who jc boc is?  :signLOL:

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,41210.0.html (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,41210.0.html)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: vRSAlex on January 22, 2012, 10:36:45 pm
I'm not sure who jc boc is?  :signLOL:

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,41210.0.html (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,41210.0.html)

Gotcha  :happy2:

I was one of the first to try the different version, but I don't know how many have been sold to the UK since.  I think its a 150 quid option now.  It just kicks in harder more like a true LSD.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: DonalM on January 22, 2012, 10:44:00 pm
Good stuff on the diff Mike.

I love this car.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: jc_boc on January 23, 2012, 06:29:07 pm
 :popcornsoda: mmm this could be interesting LOL.  Did you get my e-mail from work with all the pics by the way?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini uodate
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 28, 2012, 11:11:43 am

Collected the Peloquin Diff this morning  :party:  - Thanks Jason

Will be fitted at the end of the month with the Geo properly fixed by Alex Kerr 'VrsAlex'

Went into VagCo this morning for the sheared neuspeed ARB clamp replacing.  Fantastic service from Simon as usual.  No knocking from the art flailing around any more  :smiley:


Pick up 350mm Discs and 996 calipers from Dave Brown on Wednesday, fitting Saturday.   :party: :party:

Waiting for BCS to get the cut back oval tips in stock so I can have the new 3" BCS system built with het wrapped decat down pipe  :party: :party:


All that will remain is Carbon bonnet, 2nd set of (oem) wheels for road tyres so track rubber can go on TD's, Light weight recliners, Water meth and see if APR have an update for my St2+ (or switch to REVO)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **TT lower arm arch clearance question
Post by: Hurdy on January 28, 2012, 11:15:07 am
About time too Mike :laugh:

Sounds like exciting road testing times ahead for you then.  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Andy on January 28, 2012, 12:04:57 pm
look forward to the pics :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: rik_t on January 28, 2012, 03:54:16 pm
You planning on leaving any original parts? lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: nickb on January 28, 2012, 05:22:05 pm
best leon cupra in the uk?????!!!!!

mk2 + leon photoshoot plus any others??!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 28, 2012, 06:39:08 pm
best leon cupra in the uk?????!!!!!

mk2 + leon photoshoot plus any others??!

No way man, there are some lovely and some rapid Leon's about  :ashamed:


Well up for some pics mate, have you slept since you picked up the mkII ?? Lol :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: nickb on January 28, 2012, 10:42:34 pm
best leon cupra in the uk?????!!!!!

mk2 + leon photoshoot plus any others??!

No way man, there are some lovely and some rapid Leon's about  :ashamed:


Well up for some pics mate, have you slept since you picked up the mkII ?? Lol :happy2:


haha barely mate. been dry here since ive had it back so been making the most of it :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 29, 2012, 05:59:09 pm

3" decat DP wants cleaning and heat wrapping by Dave @ BCS and new 3" system mating to it :)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2Fd9a04aa8.jpg&hash=dae44f92bbe45623f05114297f4fbdb1cd936676)

Peloquin diff going on end of the month when the friendly tuner can fit me in...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2F2812a5d2.jpg&hash=bf92e15a4be97533ac3be91800a323a2be3d90e5)

Neuspeed ARB bracket & bush removed by Si @ vagCo

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And new set fitted...

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Waiting for powder coating, collecting Wed from professor friction...

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To go with these...

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Was talkin to SteveJnr about WMI on Saturday  :party:



Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: s3dubbin on January 29, 2012, 06:01:46 pm
Bloody hell! Some tastey parts going on! They will make a massive difference.  :star:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 29, 2012, 06:06:50 pm
Bloody hell! Some tastey parts going on! They will make a massive difference.  :star:

Biggest difference will be the Diff.  Already have the brilliant NQSBBK so not sure what difference the 350mm kit will make.
Already have miltek DP and 2.75" system so be interesting to see what difference the BCS system makes.

Most exciting things for me in the pipeline are carbon bonnet, water meth, software update (hoping APR value my custom and have an update or take up REVO on the amnesty)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: s3dubbin on January 29, 2012, 06:18:38 pm
Carbon bonnet excites me, have it on my list would love one.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Mk5 GTian on January 29, 2012, 06:26:16 pm
Those calipers look superb!  :congrats:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: the bruce on January 29, 2012, 07:49:44 pm
nice bits !!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: jimk04 on January 29, 2012, 07:56:29 pm
I fancied the 350s but had wondered about the weight. And the clearance in my 17s!

Looking forward to hearing your opinion on these....what pads you going for mate?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 29, 2012, 08:57:37 pm
I fancied the 350s but had wondered about the weight. And the clearance in my 17s!

Looking forward to hearing your opinion on these....what pads you going for mate?

I too am concerned about stacking the weight back on but I'm sure they will stop me and look great.

Using oem Porsche pads for now.  :happy2:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Andy on January 29, 2012, 09:16:30 pm
oooh nice Mike--i was thinking of getting the other set Dave had but spending the money on another mod or 2 :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: vRSAlex on January 29, 2012, 09:51:29 pm
I know someone who can supply you a water meth tb spacer plate and a larger tb too  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 29, 2012, 09:57:53 pm
I know someone who can supply you a water meth tb spacer plate and a larger tb too  :happy2:

Please PM prices for above  :evilgrin:

What would be your WMI kit of choice?

ETA till TB hard pipe?  What are your thoughts on WMI nozzle port location on bah pipe?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: vRSAlex on January 29, 2012, 10:05:44 pm
Will pm

Meth needs to be after the tb on the fsi.  Great reviews on vortex from people changing from pre tb to post tb and finding improved performance from doing so.

Aem meth kit for me personally.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 29, 2012, 10:08:43 pm
Will pm

Meth needs to be after the tb on the fsi.  Great reviews on vortex from people changing from pre tb to post tb and finding improved performance from doing so.

Aem meth kit for me personally.

Did you run meth on the beeza?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: rich83 on January 29, 2012, 10:08:52 pm
Bllimey... thats a lot of mods for January!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: vRSAlex on January 29, 2012, 10:13:26 pm
Will pm

Meth needs to be after the tb on the fsi.  Great reviews on vortex from people changing from pre tb to post tb and finding improved performance from doing so.

Aem meth kit for me personally.

Did you run meth on the beeza?

Didn't need it.  I built it to a spec so I got the power without all the downsides of fitting meth.

I prob won't ever fit it to the vRS either.  To me its a last resort mod.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Janner_Sy on January 29, 2012, 10:16:52 pm
Who sells AEM kits
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: stephen8512 on January 30, 2012, 01:53:09 am
wow! calipers look sexy!@
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: nickb on February 02, 2012, 11:27:51 am
wanna see some new pics of the brakes!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 02, 2012, 11:30:41 am
wanna see some new pics of the brakes!

You'd rather go mountain biking  :P


Just spoke with Gregg at APR about the V3 update  :party: will be going to PSI tuning for the update :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: nickb on February 02, 2012, 02:47:34 pm
wanna see some new pics of the brakes!

You'd rather go mountain biking  :P


Just spoke with Gregg at APR about the V3 update  :party: will be going to PSI tuning for the update :)

shouldve asked me earlier on in the week before id planned shizz haha. ill come up soon. either in polo or golf, not sure. will need to see the gains from the remap update ;) and from the mahoosive stoppers
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 02, 2012, 02:49:10 pm

Diff & new system imminent too  :smiley: :party:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: nickb on February 02, 2012, 04:54:02 pm

Diff & new system imminent too  :smiley: :party:



yeeeeeahhh boii.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 02, 2012, 05:10:01 pm

Ordered a Rev D today after selling the forge and the supersize forge not working out

Going to try and get up to psi to load the new Apr map on tomorrow  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: RS6BRIT on February 02, 2012, 07:45:56 pm
So if the new V3 works out then you'll be staying with APR then ?   If you get it on there tomorrow then let us know how it goes, I need to get mapped and am udecided between APR stage 2+ and Revo stage 2+
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 02, 2012, 07:50:48 pm
So if the new V3 works out then you'll be staying with APR then ?   If you get it on there tomorrow then let us know how it goes, I need to get mapped and am udecided between APR stage 2+ and Revo stage 2+

If I can update and get some more out of the car safely then there will be no need to switch.

I'll certainly update the differences felt.

I'd like to log & dyno before and after if I get chance  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: damoegan on February 02, 2012, 07:58:30 pm
Who sells AEM kits

Badger5  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: RS6BRIT on February 02, 2012, 08:00:06 pm
So if the new V3 works out then you'll be staying with APR then ?   If you get it on there tomorrow then let us know how it goes, I need to get mapped and am udecided between APR stage 2+ and Revo stage 2+

If I can update and get some more out of the car safely then there will be no need to switch.

I'll certainly update the differences felt.

I'd like to log & dyno before and after if I get chance  :happy2:

top man  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: vRSAlex on February 02, 2012, 09:16:33 pm
Who sells AEM kits

Badger5  :happy2:

Oh... And me :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 02, 2012, 09:24:48 pm
Who sells AEM kits

Badger5  :happy2:

Oh... And me :)

Waiting for a PM still  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: vRSAlex on February 02, 2012, 09:27:37 pm
Who sells AEM kits

Badger5  :happy2:

Oh... And me :)

Waiting for a PM still  :wink:

sh*t, for a price?  Hard to keep track sometimes.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Gti_Mad on February 02, 2012, 10:24:10 pm
wots AEM????  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 02, 2012, 10:25:31 pm
wots AEM????  :signLOL:

Water meth dawain  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: rich83 on February 02, 2012, 10:53:52 pm
Why water meth mike? Sounds like a ball ache to keep on top of. Can you not achieve what you want with a bigger IC?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Gti_Mad on February 03, 2012, 12:45:15 pm
wots AEM????  :signLOL:

Water meth dawain  :happy2:

oh cheers mike i was thinkin of goin down this route like lucky  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 03, 2012, 02:16:54 pm

At PSi tuning to see about the APR update.

The car drove really well on the way here, unsurprising given its 1degreeC and I've just removed; Diff, 4x R8 discs, 2x 350mm discs, Porsche turbo calipers and Isofix base from the boot  :driver:

Having:

Slot 1  stock map
Slot 2  v3.1 with cat
Slot 3  v3.1 decat programe
Slot 4  valet mode

So already if there is no massive performance gain at least I benefit from finally having the decat code to stop the CEL when running decat.


Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: yin on February 03, 2012, 03:50:38 pm
 :popcornsoda: 
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 03, 2012, 03:58:12 pm
:popcornsoda: 

What software are you now Yin? It was you who made me aware of the last update  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: yin on February 03, 2012, 04:31:51 pm
:popcornsoda: 

What software are you now Yin? It was you who made me aware of the last update  :notworthy:

I took Awesome up on the Amnesty off  thats why i am watching this with Interest  :happy2:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Hedge on February 03, 2012, 04:36:59 pm
:popcornsoda: 

 :popcornsoda: :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 03, 2012, 05:40:26 pm
:popcornsoda: 

 :popcornsoda: :popcornsoda:

Taking the Missus out for an Indian so  :popcornsoda: for me too.

I am surprised in how much difference there is.  Diff and sticky tyres are going to be a must

I'm planning a visit to nearest Dyno Dynamics dealer and some logging maybe tommo morning or tue night.

Propper thoughts to follow (dashing in house to pick up wife)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 04, 2012, 05:35:37 pm

The car is certainly quicker and feels more powerful.  I want to have it logged and check its safe as its boosting much harder.

Granted a more aggressive setup is what I asked for and is what I got.  Just want to be sure I'm not going to send the engine to an early grave.

I think with linear pedal it would be safer  :smiley:

Today saw the fitting of the 996Turbo calipers and 350mm discs  :smiley:  they are bloody good!
I thought I may regret ditching the NQSBBK as this week the NQSBBK had just got better and better as the pads bedded in  :driver:

However, although I've added some unsprung weight I'm really happy with them  :smiley:

I'll write a review of the Apr update and brakes when I've had some more time to get to grips with them  :happy2:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: nickb on February 04, 2012, 05:45:55 pm
pictures!!!!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 04, 2012, 05:48:23 pm
pictures!!!!

Sorting my photo bucket now  :happy2:


Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: yin on February 04, 2012, 06:15:52 pm

The car is certainly quicker and feels more powerful.  I want to have it logged and check its safe as its boosting much harder.

Granted a more aggressive setup is what I asked for and is what I got.  Just want to be sure I'm not going to send the engine to an early grave.

I think with linear pedal it would be safer  :smiley:

Today saw the fitting of the 996Turbo calipers and 350mm discs  :smiley:  they are bloody good!
I thought I may regret ditching the NQSBBK as this week the NQSBBK had just got better and better as the pads bedded in  :driver:

However, although I've added some unsprung weight I'm really happy with them  :smiley:

I'll write a review of the Apr update and brakes when I've had some more time to get to grips with them  :happy2:



Look forward to your review because i may be following you :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 04, 2012, 06:23:18 pm

The car is certainly quicker and feels more powerful.  I want to have it logged and check its safe as its boosting much harder.

Granted a more aggressive setup is what I asked for and is what I got.  Just want to be sure I'm not going to send the engine to an early grave.

I think with linear pedal it would be safer  :smiley:

Today saw the fitting of the 996Turbo calipers and 350mm discs  :smiley:  they are bloody good!
I thought I may regret ditching the NQSBBK as this week the NQSBBK had just got better and better as the pads bedded in  :driver:

However, although I've added some unsprung weight I'm really happy with them  :smiley:

I'll write a review of the Apr update and brakes when I've had some more time to get to grips with them  :happy2:



Look forward to your review because i may be following you :happy2:

Where are you based? Jon isn't it?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: yin on February 04, 2012, 06:24:39 pm
Jon it is :happy2:

Just outside Birmingham your over here as well now aren't you
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: vRSAlex on February 04, 2012, 06:26:21 pm
Need some good logs of the map as it looks to be pushing 2 bar if not more of boost even in 2nd gear!   :surprised:

It may be work getting a 30 psi/2 bar boost gauge too with an alarm setting.

I don't want to see the turbo sh*tting itself.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 04, 2012, 06:33:27 pm
Jon it is :happy2:

Just outside Birmingham your over here as well now aren't you

Jct 25 Nottingham. Was about to invite you up to try my car an looked out the window to remind myself the snow is settling  :driver: :sick:

When weather picks up your welcome to see it



Need some good logs of the map as it looks to be pushing 2 bar if not more of boost even in 2nd gear!   :surprised:

It may be work getting a 30 psi/2 bar boost gauge too with an alarm setting.

I don't want to see the turbo sh*tting itself.

Indeed. I certainly don't want a dead engine as money is getting more scarce with my little boy
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: vRSAlex on February 04, 2012, 07:37:25 pm
Blame the boy rather than your addiction to modding!

My little girl also costs me a small fortune!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: yin on February 05, 2012, 05:06:28 pm
Jon it is :happy2:

Just outside Birmingham your over here as well now aren't you

Jct 25 Nottingham. Was about to invite you up to try my car an looked out the window to remind myself the snow is settling  :driver: :sick:

When weather picks up your welcome to see it





Mike i may take you up on that offer after the weather pics up and some logs become available :happy2:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 06, 2012, 12:45:13 pm

Car is getting dropped off at BCS for a new system Saturday 18th.  Leaving it with them for the week.  I really hope it sounds as good as my Miltek & performs well  :party: 

Im looking forward to getting out in the car for a decent drive now it has the new APR map on!  :evilgrin:  Have only managed 100 miles before it tipped down with snow.

The 996 Turbo brake setup feels great and the discs fill the wheels more than the 312's lol

Heressome pics of fitting.....
 
http://s1112.photobucket.com/albums/k482/tfsi_mike/My%20Leon%20Cupra/Mods/porsche%20turbo%20brakes/

Dif being fitted 10 March  :party: :driver:  Cant bloody wait!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: rex on February 06, 2012, 05:18:06 pm
Nice! I love the look of those Porsche calipers  :love:
Keep up the good work!
 :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: nickb on February 06, 2012, 06:58:08 pm
this pic does it for me

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 06, 2012, 07:08:33 pm

Why are you looking at my thread and not looking for Gregg Howells phone number?  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: nickb on February 06, 2012, 09:56:39 pm
sorted dude, just gotta find a suitable saturday to take a trip to him so he can take a look over the golf
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra
Post by: 56OctyVRS on February 07, 2012, 06:20:55 pm

Car is getting dropped off at BCS for a new system Saturday 18th. 

Just missed you by a day. I collect my car on the 17th from BCS

Matt
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 07, 2012, 06:23:56 pm

Car is getting dropped off at BCS for a new system Saturday 18th. 

Just missed you by a day. I collect my car on the 17th from BCS

Matt

Friday suits me better but Dave didn't seem up for Friday :-( what time are you collecting?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: Stage II+ Cupra **Mini update
Post by: 56OctyVRS on February 07, 2012, 06:56:04 pm
Im hoping to get there for about 11 as i have to return the hire car by midday.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **v3.1 map
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 10, 2012, 10:31:10 pm
Shifter bushings planned for when the box comes off / diff fitted.  I bought them about 2 years ago but they didnt end up getting fitted.

A mini chassis mod too  :innocent:

BCS system next week & Diff / alignment are the next big bits and probably last mods for a while.

Carbon bonnet & Lightweight seats are probaby for autumn now.  TDs need a refurb and some  sticky boots.

I have a spare lightweight battery too  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **v3.1 map
Post by: the bruce on February 10, 2012, 11:09:26 pm
Shifter bushings planned for when the box comes off / diff fitted.  I bought them about 2 years ago but they didnt end up getting fitted.

If you do them please write a report, Mike.  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **v3.1 map
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 10, 2012, 11:11:41 pm
Shifter bushings planned for when the box comes off / diff fitted.  I bought them about 2 years ago but they didnt end up getting fitted.

If you do them please write a report, Mike.  :wink:

 :happy2: :happy2: will do.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **v3.1 map
Post by: damoegan on February 11, 2012, 11:26:06 am
Shifter bushings planned for when the box comes off / diff fitted.  I bought them about 2 years ago but they didnt end up getting fitted.

If you do them please write a report, Mike.  :wink:

Might be a few spare sets going  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **v3.1 map
Post by: luckyGti on February 11, 2012, 08:35:04 pm
Something for you to aim for Mike  :party:

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **v3.1 map
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 11, 2012, 08:41:37 pm
Something for you to aim for Mike  :party:

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Sh*t the bed  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **v3.1 map
Post by: nickb on February 11, 2012, 08:46:01 pm
you'll never be finished with your car till you have that much power......


make it happen  :party: :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **v3.1 map
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 11, 2012, 08:58:31 pm
you'll never be finished with your car till you have that much power......


make it happen  :party: :driver:

That's divorce territory  :sad1:

I'll stick to carbon seats and bonnet lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **v3.1 map
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 12, 2012, 12:20:45 pm

For those familiar with my Cupspoiler splitter....

Im wanting it Wrapped, Dipped or Painted.


Cant decide; 

Carbon wrap (Would match Seat badge), Carbon dip, Im also thinking WTP dip gloss black with red splatter / straw painting effect on it to match my plan for spare Seat badge I have.  Or paint gloss black to match wheels, pillars, roof etc or emocion red to match main body of the car....

Decisions  :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: shane mk5 on February 12, 2012, 01:09:18 pm
Awesome car mike i have a soft spot for seats from when i had my ibiza cupra r afew years back cant wait to see the exhaust on im sending mine to bcs at the start of next month
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 12, 2012, 01:11:36 pm
Awesome car mike i have a soft spot for seats from when i had my ibiza cupra r afew years back cant wait to see the exhaust on im sending mine to bcs at the start of next month

Thanks Shane.  Ive always like the Mk3 (i think) CupraR.  One on O.Zs and a big turbo would be  :party:

Any thoughts on the splitter?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: vRSAlex on February 12, 2012, 01:43:17 pm
Awesome car mike i have a soft spot for seats from when i had my ibiza cupra r afew years back cant wait to see the exhaust on im sending mine to bcs at the start of next month

Thanks Shane.  Ive always like the Mk3 (i think) CupraR.  One on O.Zs and a big turbo would be  :party:

Any thoughts on the splitter?

Like my old ibiza then!

I could do you a genuine carbon overlay? 2x2 twill weave.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 12, 2012, 01:49:17 pm
Awesome car mike i have a soft spot for seats from when i had my ibiza cupra r afew years back cant wait to see the exhaust on im sending mine to bcs at the start of next month

Thanks Shane.  Ive always like the Mk3 (i think) CupraR.  One on O.Zs and a big turbo would be  :party:

Any thoughts on the splitter?

Like my old ibiza then!  Yep, exactly.  Always liked 'em  :party:

I could do you a genuine carbon overlay? 2x2 twill weave.

PM cost please.  I can see it being added to your list ya swine  :mad:   :signLOL: :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: shane mk5 on February 12, 2012, 06:32:55 pm
Awesome car mike i have a soft spot for seats from when i had my ibiza cupra r afew years back cant wait to see the exhaust on im sending mine to bcs at the start of next month

Thanks Shane.  Ive always like the Mk3 (i think) CupraR.  One on O.Zs and a big turbo would be  :party:

Any thoughts on the splitter?

yeh thats the one mine was onvi yellow which i loved eeerrrmm hard decision on the splitter i would probly go with carbon or gloss black, how are the brakes that your running im going to be getting some bigger brakes in the next couple of months before the remap
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2012, 05:26:09 pm

Nipped upto RS Tuning to get a power graph as it comes on early and very hard

Peaked at 25psi before and goes right off the (25psi) now  :scared:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2F520d2108.jpg&hash=7a8be874cabae6cb3464e7077d9f993aaafdc414)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2F6694a91a.jpg&hash=b7a3537d5c6a94c4580f999be3614793d7e5fcb1)

Really want to get some logs done.  Don't get me wrong the car is certainly faster but 'surge' and '2bar'was mentioned several times by the dyno operator.  :scared:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: rich83 on February 13, 2012, 05:33:08 pm
Nice figures there mike.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: RobH on February 13, 2012, 05:41:42 pm
Dont worry Mike the guy at RS tuning on our last rr day there couldnt tell us enough how good his maps are and how much surge is on my Revo map and everyone elses :stupid:

Basically his maps are the best thing since sliced bread and just wanted you to put one of his maps on :indifferent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2012, 05:47:00 pm

I got that impression and took it with a pinch of salt. I wanted to go to one of a few (closer) DD rollers outside the vag tuning circles but they were booked up
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: MAT ED30 on February 13, 2012, 06:38:55 pm
he thought the map on hurdys was no good until it made 400+ bhp on the nos  :signLOL: that shut him up big time  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: Janner_Sy on February 13, 2012, 06:50:15 pm
I hear lots of bad reports about RS Tuning slating every other map under the sun.  Id ignore that.

Very good figures for a dyno dynamics rolling road, thats an easy 450hp on AMDs rollers lol. What boost is it running though?  Do i see the infamous 5500rpm flatspot???
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: damoegan on February 13, 2012, 06:58:37 pm
Nothing to worrie about there with that graph, Mike. No evidence of surge at all  :happy2:

Dont worry Mike the guy at RS tuning on our last rr day there couldnt tell us enough how good his maps are and how much surge is on my Revo map and everyone elses :stupid:

Basically his maps are the best thing since sliced bread and just wanted you to put one of his maps on :indifferent:

It was very funny wasn't it, Rob  :signLOL:

Paul is now a Revo dealy and he slated every car that wasn't running Revo  :jumping:

Said my car was running dangerously lean (but it made 298bhp from a stage 1 map...), but another car with near enough the same AFR was running spot on  :stupid:

I've been to RS 3 times and would never go again after our last time, he was that bad (attidude wise)...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2012, 07:07:44 pm
I hear lots of bad reports about RS Tuning slating every other map under the sun.  Id ignore that.

Very good figures for a dyno dynamics rolling road, thats an easy 450hp on AMDs rollers lol. What boost is it running though?  Do i see the infamous 5500rpm flatspot???

Boost is quite high like. I need to do some Logs  :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: Janner_Sy on February 13, 2012, 07:09:41 pm
Boost is quite high like. I need to do some Logs  :scared:

We can pop out in a sec if you want.  I have my tablet and bluetooth USB.  Will be able to get your peak boost within a minute.  No logging required
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2012, 07:30:56 pm
Boost is quite high like. I need to do some Logs  :scared:

We can pop out in a sec if you want.  I have my tablet and bluetooth USB.  Will be able to get your peak boost within a minute.  No logging required

I would but im in Rotherham. Bit later on okay??  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: Janner_Sy on February 13, 2012, 07:31:20 pm
I would but im in Rotherham. Bit later on okay??  :notworthy:
crap excuse
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: bacillus on February 13, 2012, 07:42:34 pm
Boost is quite high like. I need to do some Logs  :scared:

Did Paul tap boost from your boost gauge connection to give you a direct read out?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2012, 07:49:39 pm
Boost is quite high like. I need to do some Logs  :scared:

Did Paul tap boost from your boost gauge connection to give you a direct read out?

Yea  :happy2: but said it wasnt showing all of the boost.  Wasn't registering it time I think he said.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: Hurdy on February 13, 2012, 08:01:05 pm
You should have gone to Noble Motorsport. 340bhp at RS tuning is 370 at Nobles - free bhp! :jumpmove:

he thought the map on hurdys was no good until it made 400+ bhp on the nos  :signLOL: that shut him up big time  :signLOL:

Yeah, I enjoyed that when it happened.  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2012, 08:02:31 pm

What must Dyno dynamics 360hp Ko4s be like?  :surprised: :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: RobH on February 13, 2012, 08:04:39 pm
Nothing to worrie about there with that graph, Mike. No evidence of surge at all  :happy2:

Dont worry Mike the guy at RS tuning on our last rr day there couldnt tell us enough how good his maps are and how much surge is on my Revo map and everyone elses :stupid:

Basically his maps are the best thing since sliced bread and just wanted you to put one of his maps on :indifferent:

It was very funny wasn't it, Rob  :signLOL:

Paul is now a Revo dealy and he slated every car that wasn't running Revo  :jumping:

Said my car was running dangerously lean (but it made 298bhp from a stage 1 map...), but another car with near enough the same AFR was running spot on  :stupid:

I've been to RS 3 times and would never go again after our last time, he was that bad (attidude wise)...

Basically hes a bellend and just uses dyno days to con people into thinking their maps crap and is about to make your car blow up with "dangerous compressor surge" and iirc none of the cars on that day have since blown up.... Fingers crossed :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: Phil_T on February 13, 2012, 08:08:35 pm
Nice car and good updates, who did you get to powercoat the disks & how much was it?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2012, 10:47:11 pm
Nice car and good updates, who did you get to powercoat the disks & how much was it?


Thanks Phil.

The discs are supplied by DaveB painted / powdercoated  :happy2:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2012, 10:50:34 pm
Nothing to worrie about there with that graph, Mike. No evidence of surge at all  :happy2:


How would it manifest itself in the graph & on the road?  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2012, 10:53:11 pm
Scanned the graphs...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FIMG_0005.jpg&hash=6c8f14adb4718618b2e431f825f4eae4f66e5337)

Says @ flywheel so subtract 15% for 296hp @ Wheels ??

Tapped into boost guage

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FIMG_0004.jpg&hash=ccf59d01572cb4b61d5be680b7e73e79099160dc)

AFR

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FIMG_0003.jpg&hash=ec0825ac232f62a53beafbd078c4ad4e96a3feba)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: RobH on February 13, 2012, 11:08:39 pm
289hp would be wheel power yes so more accurate?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2012, 11:09:40 pm
289hp would be wheel power yes so more accurate?

Claimed 320 on APRs 4WD golf R (@ wheels)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2012, 11:28:07 pm

^^ Would the AFR graph be accurate if I have a faulty Lambda post cat sensor...?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: RobH on February 13, 2012, 11:29:36 pm
Yeh that would make sense as mine made 330whp on numerous dynos, obviously the golf has more transmission loss but where have they got that 289hp from?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2012, 11:34:26 pm
Yeh that would make sense as mine made 330whp on numerous dynos, obviously the golf has more transmission loss but where have they got that 289hp from?

Clutching at straws but is where boost and power cross over on Manifold boost pressure graph??
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Janner_Sy on February 13, 2012, 11:34:50 pm
289Whp with 17% losses is about 338Hp so its about right for mikes graph

330Whp is about 386hp.  Now that is unrealistic
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Poverty on February 13, 2012, 11:43:49 pm
289Whp with 17% losses is about 338Hp so its about right for mikes graph

330Whp is about 386hp.  Now that is unrealistic


My friends jabba car is going APR stage 2 plus, and we are all sticking our cars on a rototest hub dyno early june, will be interesting to see what it makes.

Whats going on with the dip in power at 5700rpm? Other than that its got nice high rpm power holding
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2012, 11:46:39 pm
289Whp with 17% losses is about 338Hp so its about right for mikes graph

330Whp is about 386hp.  Now that is unrealistic


My friends jabba car is going APR stage 2 plus, and we are all sticking our cars on a rototest hub dyno early june, will be interesting to see what it makes.

Whats going on with the dip in power at 5700rpm? Other than that its got nice high rpm power holding

Will go on hub dyno next time im in Doncaster.  Will probably be Mid March  :happy2:

Not sure about the dip.  I saw a similar graph on the JKM thread.

So long as the car is safe, im happy with how quick it feels.  Just want linear throttle pedal, my diff fitted & some decent tyres.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: nickb on February 14, 2012, 02:40:30 pm
slower car.....  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 14, 2012, 02:41:42 pm
slower car.....  :P

Slow as f❕ck  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: damoegan on February 14, 2012, 06:40:07 pm
Nothing to worrie about there with that graph, Mike. No evidence of surge at all  :happy2:


How would it manifest itself in the graph & on the road?  :happy2:

It would feel as if the power dropped off then came back on. On, off, on, off..

It would show up on the graph as dips and peaks, just like it is right at the top of the graph (but thats nothing to worrie about)..
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Jacksones on February 14, 2012, 07:51:23 pm
Just skimmed over this thread (well it's over 40 pages!), a really impressive build!

Yes it'll still be accurate if your front lambda sensor is ok.  The post cat lambda sensor is there for emissions only.  It measures the oxygen stored in the catalyst so the ecu can tweak it rich or lean to maintain cat efficiency.


^^ Would the AFR graph be accurate if I have a faulty Lambda post cat sensor...?

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: vRSAlex on February 14, 2012, 10:35:26 pm
Going off the graph the map goes BOOOOOOOSSSTTTTTTTTT, flutter, flutter, flutter, flutter, flutter (wavey line), Fuel pressure drop (at 5.5k) then its run out of puff at 6250.

Need to see what that boost is doing, the requested vs actual and the wastegate duty.  Runs leaner than I would expect too, and its working the turbo too hard when its coming on boost.  Flutter is the DV trying (and struggling) to control the boost by opening and closing.

Just made to feel fast rather than drive smoothly and nicely esp without linear throttle imo.

Is there a graph with the boost on it?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 14, 2012, 11:15:42 pm
Going off the graph the map goes BOOOOOOOSSSTTTTTTTTT, flutter, flutter, flutter, flutter, flutter (wavey line), Fuel pressure drop (at 5.5k) then its run out of puff at 6250.

Need to see what that boost is doing, the requested vs actual and the wastegate duty.  Runs leaner than I would expect too, and its working the turbo too hard when its coming on boost.  Flutter is the DV trying (and struggling) to control the boost by opening and closing.

Just made to feel fast rather than drive smoothly and nicely esp without linear throttle imo.

Is there a graph with the boost on it?

Would you mind logging it when in for diff please Alex?

Graph with boost tap on manifold is on last page (middle one)  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 15, 2012, 11:18:32 am

Exhaust trims have arrived at BCS  :party:  dropping the car off on Saturday for a new system  :innocent:

Will miss the sound of the miltek but going off reviews the BCS will be epic!  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: 56OctyVRS on February 15, 2012, 11:53:07 am
Sounds good Mike. Less than 48hrs till I pick up my car from BCS.  :jumpmove:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 15, 2012, 11:54:09 am
Sounds good Mike. Less than 48hrs till I pick up my car from BCS.  :jumpmove:

Sound clips are mandatory!  :mad: :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: RENNTAG on February 15, 2012, 08:41:13 pm
Loving your build thread Mike. Awesome car you have there  :happy2:

I want to hear some of these BCS system sound clips  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 15, 2012, 08:42:48 pm
Loving your build thread Mike. Awesome car you have there  :happy2:

I want to hear some of these BCS system sound clips  :party:

So do I !  :party:

'56octyVrs' needs to get posting some sound clips & pics!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: 56OctyVRS on February 15, 2012, 08:55:22 pm
I will see what I can arrange :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Splitter Question
Post by: R-tech-Nick on February 15, 2012, 10:05:16 pm
Nothing to worrie about there with that graph, Mike. No evidence of surge at all  :happy2:


How would it manifest itself in the graph & on the road?  :happy2:

You would need to log boost and air flow you will see peaks in your air flow logs where they should be linear with rpm and boost.
 Surge happens on the spool up just before peak boost. The KO4 tfsi turbo can suffer from a slight comp surge from the fast spooling help by the manifold flaps, its gives of a waste gate chatter sound on the inital spool up.    99% of all tuned k04 tfsi suffer from this sound and IMO its a slight surge point and nothing to worry about or avoid. 
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: fab5freddy on February 16, 2012, 08:09:24 am
Mike how are getting on with the bumpsteer kit?

like you i have the TT control arms and alloy hubs

the kit is very low down on the thread and is making an aweful creaking (don't know if that's related), been to my indie and he said that the rose joints were wearing already hence the creaking.

how you fairing?  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 16, 2012, 09:31:40 am
Mike how are getting on with the bumpsteer kit?

like you i have the TT control arms and alloy hubs

the kit is very low down on the thread and is making an aweful creaking (don't know if that's related), been to my indie and he said that the rose joints were wearing already hence the creaking.

how you fairing?  :happy2:

No creaking yet. Do have some knocking at low speeds I'm trying to diagnose though.  I will ask Alex to check how many threads I have on the bump steer. When fitting the diff
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: fab5freddy on February 16, 2012, 12:09:28 pm
 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Bignod00 on February 16, 2012, 02:37:49 pm
Will go on hub dyno next time im in Doncaster.  Will probably be Mid March  :happy2:

Dude, you fancy giving me a shout when your heading up and i'll join you if thats ok? Would like to get my car on the rollers as it hasnt been on since it's visit to REVO HQ! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 16, 2012, 02:50:59 pm
Will go on hub dyno next time im in Doncaster.  Will probably be Mid March  :happy2:

Dude, you fancy giving me a shout when your heading up and i'll join you if thats ok? Would like to get my car on the rollers as it hasnt been on since it's visit to REVO HQ! :happy2:

That would be great bud.  Might need to speak to you about your sachs too.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Bignod00 on February 16, 2012, 03:01:15 pm
That would be great bud.  Might need to speak to you about your sachs too.

Cool mate, looking forward to that now! :jumping:

Where are you based again now? I know you've already told me but my memory is cr@p! :ashamed:
If your coming from down my way(ish) then we could head up together? :grouphug: :wink:

Just PM me about the SACHS stuff mate, I'm back from skiing now (as you've probably guessed) so can get things sorted! :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Keith@APR on February 16, 2012, 05:03:27 pm
Hey Mike!

Glad you got to go to the dyno, looks pretty good.  Dyno Dynamics should read lower than what you see on most other makes of dyno.

Remember, the numbers quoted from the Golf R were on a DynaPack.

About the "surge"........

You can see it in the MAF data.  You can see it in the boost data and you can hear it.  Everything about it adds up to surge and surge is something you always want to avoid on a turbocharged application as it can create a premature failure of the turbocharger.

That being said, you are not experiencing the classic or standard definition of surge.  Your turbocharger is perfectly safe.  As I've stated previously, I'll speak more about what people are calling "surge" regarding the ko4 and 2.0T FSI soon.

I don't like that dip.  I want to fix that.  I am not sure what it is but my car does not do it.

Is there a time in March when I can trade cars with you to work on the dip?

Cheers!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Janner_Sy on February 16, 2012, 05:11:45 pm
Keith

Mike lives about 50metres from where i do.  Im sure he'll be available for you to see him tomorrow/saturday when you come up to collect my car :happy2:

His car never moves anyway :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 16, 2012, 05:17:55 pm
Keith

Mike lives about 50metres from where i do.  Im sure he'll be available for you to see him tomorrow/saturday when you come up to collect my car :happy2:

His car never moves anyway :innocent:

Tomorrow is perfect to take a look / drive / log but the car goes for a new exhaust on Saturday and I am away for a few weeks.

I very much appreciate your interest and support Keith!  :happy2: :happy2:

There will certainly be time in March where I can leave you the car to tweak.  :happy2:

Mike
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Janner_Sy on February 16, 2012, 05:40:55 pm
Thinking about it mike if im back here i can always pass the car onto Keith for him to sort if your away. 
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: 56OctyVRS on February 16, 2012, 08:07:11 pm
Mike, here is link to some pics of my car with the new exhaust. I havent heard it as I collect it tomorrow :evilgrin: :evilgrin: :evilgrin:

http://briskoda.net/forums/topic/223040-talk-to-me-about-exhausts/page__st__100 (http://briskoda.net/forums/topic/223040-talk-to-me-about-exhausts/page__st__100)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: damoegan on February 16, 2012, 08:19:02 pm
Do have some knocking at low speeds I'm trying to diagnose though. 

Me too  :sad1:

I've got it down to ARB bushes or top mounts now (already fitted SuperPro controll arm bushes).. I've got some Powerflex ARB bushes on the way then I'll get some new top mounts  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 16, 2012, 08:21:08 pm
Do have some knocking at low speeds I'm trying to diagnose though. 

Me too  :sad1:

I've got it down to ARB bushes or top mounts now (already fitted SuperPro controll arm bushes).. I've got some Powerflex ARB bushes on the way then I'll get some new top mounts  :happy2:

Recently done top mounts (December) and brand new ARB bushes and clamps.  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: MAT ED30 on February 16, 2012, 08:22:03 pm
drop links  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: damoegan on February 16, 2012, 08:28:56 pm
drop links  :smiley:

Good shout, Matt  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 16, 2012, 08:32:46 pm
drop links  :smiley:

Will order drop links tomorrow  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: damoegan on February 16, 2012, 08:33:59 pm
Let me know how much Dave wants for them, Mike  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: MAT ED30 on February 16, 2012, 08:43:00 pm
mine did the same thing years ago turned out to be the drop links  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 17, 2012, 02:18:31 pm
Let me know how much Dave wants for them, Mike  :happy2:

Ordered.

£26 per side + a few pence/quid for nuts

Even if it's not the source of the faint knocking it can't hurt to do them.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: jimk04 on February 17, 2012, 06:06:35 pm
They seem quite steep Mike..

Was quoted about a tenner each - not dealer but OE spec
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 17, 2012, 06:09:05 pm
They seem quite steep Mike..

Was quoted about a tenner each - not dealer but OE spec

Dave did say I could get pattern parts cheeper but I'm funny about having genuine service parts on my car.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Janner_Sy on February 17, 2012, 08:05:02 pm
I have a Performance box.........
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 17, 2012, 08:06:00 pm
I have a Performance box.........

You also have 4WD Lol.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: danishmkvgti on February 17, 2012, 08:08:44 pm
Mike i'm still very impressed with the Torque you are getting, could you list your spec list for your engine mods??  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 17, 2012, 08:13:29 pm
Mike i'm still very impressed with the Torque you are getting, could you list your spec list for your engine mods??  :smiley:

1st page Jake  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: danishmkvgti on February 17, 2012, 08:20:45 pm
Mike i'm still very impressed with the Torque you are getting, could you list your spec list for your engine mods??  :smiley:

1st page Jake  :happy2:

Very long time since i've been there Mike  :grin:  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: geordie56 on February 17, 2012, 08:21:33 pm
Mike just a quick one pal I had a very slight knocking on mine and eventually after replacing everything got to the bottom of it. Found out the subframe had to be bang on central, nipped up then use a power bar to make sure it's not just tight but mega tight. Also the arb bolts and everything, I uprated the suspension bushes the lot then found it to be this that cured it. Hope this helps.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Janner_Sy on February 17, 2012, 08:24:16 pm
I have a Performance box.........

You also have 4WD Lol.

I meant i have a Racelogic Performance box in the car...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 17, 2012, 08:32:21 pm
Mike just a quick one pal I had a very slight knocking on mine and eventually after replacing everything got to the bottom of it. Found out the subframe had to be bang on central, nipped up then use a power bar to make sure it's not just tight but mega tight. Also the arb bolts and everything, I uprated the suspension bushes the lot then found it to be this that cured it. Hope this helps.

Massive massive thanks mate.  I'll mention it when my geo gets done.  Might not need these drop links :-)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 17, 2012, 09:26:44 pm
I have a Performance box.........

You also have 4WD Lol.

I meant i have a Racelogic Performance box in the car...

By f*ck  :surprised:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Janner_Sy on February 17, 2012, 09:27:50 pm
I still cant believe that 0-60 either.   :surprised:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 18, 2012, 12:13:29 am
I still cant believe that 0-60 either.   :surprised:

After the carbon bonnet & pole positions & a few track days I need to concentrate on the house purchase and the RS3  :smiley:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Poverty on February 18, 2012, 12:33:38 am
Bored of racing zondas now mike and want to step up to veyrons with the rs3  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 18, 2012, 05:33:24 am
Bored of racing zondas now mike and want to step up to veyrons with the rs3  :signLOL:

 :happy2:  lol

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS automotive!*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 18, 2012, 10:20:49 am

Arrived at BCS in St Helen's nice and early after not getting much sleep thinking about the next car (APR Golf R?)

Dave was a dead friendly and enthusiastic bloke, showed me the differences in system designs and explained what I'll be getting.

After seeing 2 or 3 Golf & Octavia systems I think the Cupra system is going to be ace :)

Had a peep at the Noble and the Focus Rs that came down from Scotland for a system.

My car is staying up at BCS while I'm away for a week so they have chance to get some pics and vids.  Looking at the quality of their kit I Cannot wait to try out the new system!!

Got a couple of vids oft miltek on the way up, I was driving Nicks Polo and he drove past me in my Cupra on boost.... (oh my word! Hairs stood on end, sounded epic!). Dave said the new system will easily sound as good so I'm very happy!  Fantastic looking kit, fantastic price. Happy  :smiley:

Can't wait to be able to update / review!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: RENNTAG on February 18, 2012, 11:07:26 am
Make sure you get thse videos up as soon as you get them  :party:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: 56OctyVRS on February 18, 2012, 11:15:08 am
Mate, if it sounds like my car does it will be immense. My car on idle sounds like a supercar. Its quiet at cruising speed but step on the gas and its awesome. Sounds very much like a Ferrari or Lambo with the noise. It sounds awesome from inside and even better when Dave did some drive bys. Think my miles per gallon will go down and the smiles per gallon up lol Plus it looks oem. The pictures on briskoda were of one system they are offering with the rear silencer but my car has the one that has no silencer fitted to the rear. The one with the rear silencer is whisper quiet and ideal for those who want the performance without the noise. The system fitted on my car is a work of art! BCS are awesome and nothing is too much trouble for them. :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Dyno Graphs**
Post by: Keith@APR on February 18, 2012, 12:02:47 pm
Keith

Mike lives about 50metres from where i do.  Im sure he'll be available for you to see him tomorrow/saturday when you come up to collect my car :happy2:

His car never moves anyway :innocent:

Tomorrow is perfect to take a look / drive / log but the car goes for a new exhaust on Saturday and I am away for a few weeks.

I very much appreciate your interest and support Keith!  :happy2: :happy2:

There will certainly be time in March where I can leave you the car to tweak.  :happy2:

Mike

Sounds good!  Thanks!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: Powervalve Nige on February 18, 2012, 02:23:46 pm
Nice one Mike
It's a real treat to work on your car bud
loving the Porsche brake upgrade.
We've got Kens GTi for a full system today as well -  :jumping:
Hope you like the new trim style, we've designed for the Cupra.
Cheers
Nige
 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: dodds-gttdi on February 18, 2012, 02:49:48 pm
 :worthless:

AND SOUND CLIP!!!   :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: Andy on February 18, 2012, 04:57:11 pm
 :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: JoeDarKa on February 18, 2012, 05:45:11 pm
Looking forward to the pics / vids!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: nickb on February 19, 2012, 07:40:21 pm
a vid i got on the way to bcs. not the best but thought id pop it up.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi265.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fii204%2Fnickbpolo5%2Fth_IMG_0681.jpg&hash=7bd2d617ca581b5d5bb1a81078d5b39c9e274a68) (http://s265.photobucket.com/albums/ii204/nickbpolo5/?action=view&current=IMG_0681.mp4)


with the miltek
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: rich83 on February 19, 2012, 07:43:44 pm
 :jumping:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: 56OctyVRS on February 20, 2012, 09:29:19 am
Your car will sound loads better with the BCS system...trust me...mine does  :happy2: :evilgrin: :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: MAT ED30 on February 20, 2012, 09:54:52 am
Don't think that sounds good at all  :popcornsoda: mines loads nicer and deeper sounding so you will love your new system
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: nickb on February 20, 2012, 01:05:49 pm
i personally love the way it sounded with the miltek. vid doesnt do it justice at all. booting it through a tunnel made my jaw drop. cant wait to hear the new system though. get some sound clips up mike!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 20, 2012, 01:08:04 pm

System should be ready Tues. can't pick it up till Sat as I'm working away :-/
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: Powervalve Nige on February 20, 2012, 02:05:02 pm
Hey Mike
We're going to do our best to get it finished so that we can run her through the tunnels at Manchester airport late tonight  :party:
Cheers
Nige
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 20, 2012, 03:52:20 pm
Hey Mike
We're going to do our best to get it finished so that we can run her through the tunnels at Manchester airport late tonight  :party:
Cheers
Nige

No rush nige. I'm working away anyway  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: 56OctyVRS on February 21, 2012, 03:30:49 pm
Heres mine Mike

http://s66.photobucket.com/albums/h269/nigeblueflame/Skoda/?action=view&current=DSC_1487.mp4
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: jimk04 on February 21, 2012, 07:56:09 pm
Sounds serious Matt!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: Hurdy on February 21, 2012, 08:15:24 pm
Even my l'il 1.4 Milltek sound fruity!

DSG can only rev to 4k rpm stood still! Imagine 7.5krpm gearchange burps :evilgrin:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi156.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ft8%2Fhurdy_album%2Fth_PoloGTIMilltekexhaustsound.jpg&hash=56335da001294a616556f783cd7df3a434baaf16) (http://s156.photobucket.com/albums/t8/hurdy_album/?action=view&current=PoloGTIMilltekexhaustsound.mp4)

ps back on topic, need sound clips ASAP  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Visit to BCS - excited!!*
Post by: Powervalve Nige on February 22, 2012, 11:47:32 am
A few sweeteners for you Mike...

Shot just before we went to the tunnels at Manchester airport last night.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fnigeblueflame%2FSeat%2FBW2.jpg&hash=97dcf03c32e696720a29c86781600a2da072b1e2)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fnigeblueflame%2FSeat%2FBW3.jpg&hash=dd846741c0e996e896c40f5ce15442ca1309ed12)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fnigeblueflame%2FSeat%2F2-1.jpg&hash=7996f7a19b1502731b522dfc0f9adb0974c7e332)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fnigeblueflame%2FSeat%2F1-1.jpg&hash=2d02f871077bfd1d508582d0a1f8b4ddddf302ae)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fnigeblueflame%2FSeat%2F_DSC1567.jpg&hash=a7ded28a8da70c6aee69f464bf24e5d4a1dbc853)

Static drive through...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi66.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fh269%2Fnigeblueflame%2FSeat%2Fth_DSC_1572.jpg&hash=1f6b24c984c244bd646e8e8500c753ab2bb02d5e) (http://s66.photobucket.com/albums/h269/nigeblueflame/Seat/?action=view&current=DSC_1572.mp4)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi66.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fh269%2Fnigeblueflame%2FSeat%2Fth_DSC_1573.jpg&hash=dc539700bceaa7c470024976d0b9b33c68c9f345) (http://s66.photobucket.com/albums/h269/nigeblueflame/Seat/?action=view&current=DSC_1573.mp4)

Chase car footage coming later...

Cheers
Nige
 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New BCS system!!!*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 22, 2012, 05:28:30 pm

Cannot wait to try it out!!!

 :jumping: :jumping:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New BCS system!!!*
Post by: damoegan on February 22, 2012, 07:34:38 pm
Sounds mean as fook  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New BCS system!!!*
Post by: dannychapman2007 on February 22, 2012, 11:46:27 pm
Sounds gorgeous Mike!

Always been a sucker for a little DV chatter aswell  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New BCS system!!!*
Post by: shane mk5 on February 23, 2012, 11:36:27 am
Hi Mike what exhaust setup have you gone for as in middlebox or backbox delete, decat or have you had tbe with the middlebox and backbox left in?

Shane
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New BCS system!!!*
Post by: jhtrophy on February 23, 2012, 04:43:38 pm
Sounds great mate :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New BCS system!!!*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 25, 2012, 01:17:06 pm

On my one day free between 3 weeks working away I'm going upto BCS with SWMBO & Harry to collect the car after having one I their 3" systems.  :jumpmove: :jumpmove:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New BCS system!!!*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 25, 2012, 05:58:01 pm

Well was 39 miles from home in the wife's lupo going to pick up my car from BCS and the o/s/r tyre sh*t itself and exploded.
Took the bumper and brake light with it  :driver:

Well done to wifey who kept it in a straight line and got us to he side of the road.

Got recovered, eventually after a drama with RAC.

Back in Nottingham now with no way to go an collect my car.  Brilliant  :sick: :sick:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New BCS system!!!*
Post by: Janner_Sy on February 25, 2012, 06:02:30 pm

Well was 39 miles from home in the wife's lupo going to pick up my car from BCS and the o/s/r tyre sh*t itself and exploded.
Took the bumper and brake light with it  :driver:

Well done to wifey who kept it in a straight line and got us to he side of the road.

Got recovered, eventually after a drama with RAC.

Back in Nottingham now with no way to go an collect my car.  Brilliant  :sick: :sick:

Do you need me to rescue you.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New BCS system!!!*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 25, 2012, 06:03:37 pm

Well was 39 miles from home in the wife's lupo going to pick up my car from BCS and the o/s/r tyre sh*t itself and exploded.
Took the bumper and brake light with it  :driver:

Well done to wifey who kept it in a straight line and got us to he side of the road.

Got recovered, eventually after a drama with RAC.

Back in Nottingham now with no way to go an collect my car.  Brilliant  :sick: :sick:

Do you need me to rescue you.

In a word  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *stuck with no car :-(*
Post by: Andy on February 25, 2012, 08:45:09 pm
If i collect it for you can i keep it for a month
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *stuck with no car :-(*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 25, 2012, 10:28:00 pm
If i collect it for you can i keep it for a month

If you'd have got the geo sorted while I was away, kept her oiled, insured & clean Andy 4 hours ago the answer would probably been yes

Bit of a trek Richmond tho lol

Went up in the super thirsty but equally super awesome APR Golf R thanks to Sy 'janner_Sy' aka rectal rooter aka sticker homo.  Massive thanks to Sy.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS SYSTEM ON :D *
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 26, 2012, 08:24:00 am

Will try and write a Propper review but here are a few thoughts and snaps

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FBCS_system%2Ffaf6c783.jpg&hash=8ed39ab82e41f1fc3fe872e9a1e6192d64bb31db)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FBCS_system%2F7c5ea3e9.jpg&hash=dcd510c237706099305fe24400d0321dda1def0f)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FBCS_system%2F93f7cd9f.jpg&hash=3dd6786fbbd85c420bf29dac45a44124b8a4c5b1)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FBCS_system%2F737e4025.jpg&hash=de503ed7b9649bf382e997ad5dd812b2410f1d49)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FBCS_system%2Fc8a16267.jpg&hash=f067a1d6040d4ff7c11eded30a2dbd8c603d432c)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FBCS_system%2Ffa9cd7f0.jpg&hash=47121dc469b923fe5f7c0339ca7bb4773395d5e0)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FBCS_system%2F5adedf36.jpg&hash=045838027eb12c7d984c72e963b5f67a14f1b6ef)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FBCS_system%2F62aa7e83.jpg&hash=a6f16e45b99827f9af63c8f969a649e2fc4a9151)

On start up she sounds fantastic.  The sound driving round normally (inside the cabin) is much throaghtier and soooo addictive! I've heard a few bizzarre descriptions but to me it has the quality spun of a bigger powerful car.

I only did a couple of 40/50 - 75 (70 on gps) runs and it sounded brilliant but it's hard to describe how I'd compare the high rev noise to the miltek. I can't wait to hear it on drive by! I need to get out and do some more miles on my own so I can give it some beans  :evilgrin:

The quality of the system looks superb  :drool: :drool: top marks to Dave & Nige

Also owe Dave a massive thanks for waiting around late for me to pick her up on my only day off. Set off nice and early but TFSI_Wifes Lupo had a blow out leaving us recovered back to Notts with no transport  :sick:

Overall happy Mike  :smiley:

Bit more driving & review to follow and some sound clips.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: rich83 on February 26, 2012, 08:29:33 am
The exhaust looks absolutely superb. :-))
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 26, 2012, 08:35:13 am
The exhaust looks absolutely superb. :-))

It does Rich thanks  :happy2:


Thanks again to Rectal Rooter Sy for giving me a lift up in the APR R after our lupo sh*t itself  :notworthy: :notworthy:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2F913ba18a.jpg&hash=ec9229b8691db8153b11f52722e0028cd46ca44d)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: rich83 on February 26, 2012, 08:40:50 am
Pat on the back to mrs 'tfsi' for not binning the lupo too.

In you opinion is the system of better quality that milltek? What grade stainless steel is it?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 26, 2012, 09:04:02 am

Pat on the back to mrs 'tfsi' for not binning the lupo too.

In you opinion is the system of better quality that milltek? What grade stainless steel is it?

Indeed, she did well. Was more worried about the £££'s for recovery & repair bless her.  Harry was oblivious throughout until the recovery driver arrived when Harry then decided it was time to monumentally overfill his nappy  :sick:.  Cheers son hahaha

The sound driving around is much better. The sound on boost I haven't really tried out yet, I overtook Sy a couple of times he may be able to comment.   I will get my mate to drive by me while I drive his car.  I plan to get back on the DD RR to see if any difference was made to the power graph.

A couple of improvements noted were; more room for the gear linkage cables going past the DP, more room for the lambda as it was quite close to a tunnel brace on the miltek & OEM Cupra style tailpipe compared to my old Twin Jet Miltek.

I will ask Dave on Monday about the grade of steel.  Or maybe Nige could comment.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: Janner_Sy on February 26, 2012, 09:44:56 am
I think yours is quieter than than it was before, but that's a good thing imo. Sounded pretty meaty when you went by on WOT.

Obviously I haven't sat in yours since the miltek  was removed.  How does it compare to the VWR exhaust onthe stickered chav mobile.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 26, 2012, 09:53:16 am
I think yours is quieter than than it was before, but that's a good thing imo. Sounded pretty meaty when you went by on WOT.

Obviously I haven't sat in yours since the miltek  was removed.  How does it compare to the VWR exhaust onthe stickered chav mobile.

The sounds in the cabin Cupra/Golf were very similar. Has a better quality sporty sound inside now driving around. The golf was silent when overtaking me at 70 ish but when you attacked those roundabouts sounded ace  :driver:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: Janner_Sy on February 26, 2012, 10:23:47 am
How was your mpg on the way back?  I can't get over the fuel economy.  22mpg on a gentle cruise for 180 miles :scared:  

I get that in mine on trackdays!!!  That Fabia has turned me into a mpg geek.  Id easily have managed 45mpg on that journey
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 26, 2012, 10:30:08 am
How was your mpg on the way back?  I can't get over the fuel economy.  22mpg on a gentle cruise for 180 miles :scared:  

I get that in mine on trackdays!!!  That Fabia has turned me into a mpg geek.  Id easily have managed 45mpg on that journey

31 avg with those couple of short blasts and 70-80 cruise speed
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: Janner_Sy on February 26, 2012, 10:33:18 am
Why is it so much worse though  the weight di fference isn't that much surely
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: chris s on February 26, 2012, 10:41:16 am
Looks good mate,  and the sizing looks bigger than my bcs tbe on my ed30, is it really 3" or something more? Btw the issue i had was on the d clamp used between the two silencers so might be worthwhile keeping an eye on it to make sure it doesn't distort the pipes
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 26, 2012, 10:41:51 am
Why is it so much worse though  the weight di fference isn't that much surely

Factor in the drag coefficient of all those stickers
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 26, 2012, 10:43:14 am
Looks good mate,  and the sizing looks bigger than my bcs tbe on my ed30, is it really 3" or something more? Btw the issue i had was on the d clamp used between the two silencers so might be worthwhile keeping an eye on it to make sure it doesn't distort the pipes

Thanks for the heads up Chris.  All sorted now?
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Post by: chris s on February 26, 2012, 10:49:52 am
Yeah i think so, not had it up on a ramp since but took Nigels word for it when i took it home, as he seems like a top bloke. Can't fault their customer service when i took it back, in terms of friendliness, etc
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Post by: CarrG on February 26, 2012, 10:59:36 am


Looks and sounds good Mike!  :drinking:

Sorry to hear about Mrs Lupo.

Why the change tho dude? Bored and fancied change?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 26, 2012, 11:23:45 am


Looks and sounds good Mike!  :drinking:

Sorry to hear about Mrs Lupo.

Why the change tho dude? Bored and fancied change?

Thanks Gary. 

Was offered a discounted system for loaning my car to develop the system the systems looke top quality and I fancied a change.

I passed on my miltek at a cheap price that almost paid for the new one so win for everyone.

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Post by: rich83 on February 26, 2012, 11:56:42 am
31 mpg?? Feck!! I got 27 last night from slough to Doncaster. Ooops.
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Post by: Janner_Sy on February 26, 2012, 12:11:01 pm
31 mpg?? Feck!! I got 27 last night from slough to Doncaster. Ooops.

That's still better than thebest I've managed out of the golf r.  22mpg motorway cruise, and even lower around town
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Post by: rich83 on February 26, 2012, 01:36:43 pm
Yeah, but that is stage??   ;-)
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 26, 2012, 01:39:29 pm
Yeah, but that is stage??   ;-)

Very similar spec to mine Rich
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Post by: jhtrophy on February 26, 2012, 02:03:47 pm
31 mpg?? Feck!! I got 27 last night from slough to Doncaster. Ooops.

That's still better than thebest I've managed out of the golf r.  22mpg motorway cruise, and even lower around town
How many miles has it done? I'm not really an mpg junky but I couldn't live with that, not from a 4 pot.
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Post by: Janner_Sy on February 26, 2012, 02:13:25 pm
Yeah, but that is stage??   ;-)

Stage 2+

31 mpg?? Feck!! I got 27 last night from slough to Doncaster. Ooops.

That's still better than thebest I've managed out of the golf r.  22mpg motorway cruise, and even lower around town
How many miles has it done? I'm not really an mpg junky but I couldn't live with that, not from a 4 pot.

25k iirc

Its the same software as is on mikes cupra, so the differences must be in the haldex and extra weight :scared:
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Post by: Lee M on February 26, 2012, 02:39:25 pm
Mike,

Cars looking awesome mate, and the new system looks quality.
I'm planning on a bcs system for my K1 soon :-)



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Post by: Powervalve Nige on February 26, 2012, 06:22:38 pm

Pat on the back to mrs 'tfsi' for not binning the lupo too.

In you opinion is the system of better quality that milltek? What grade stainless steel is it?

Indeed, she did well. Was more worried about the £££'s for recovery & repair bless her.  Harry was oblivious throughout until the recovery driver arrived when Harry then decided it was time to monumentally overfill his nappy  :sick:.  Cheers son hahaha

We only use 304 grade stainless steel - the system comes with a lifetime warranty
Cheers
Nige
The sound driving around is much better. The sound on boost I haven't really tried out yet, I overtook Sy a couple of times he may be able to comment.   I will get my mate to drive by me while I drive his car.  I plan to get back on the DD RR to see if any difference was made to the power graph.

A couple of improvements noted were; more room for the gear linkage cables going past the DP, more room for the lambda as it was quite close to a tunnel brace on the miltek & OEM Cupra style tailpipe compared to my old Twin Jet Miltek.

I will ask Dave on Monday about the grade of steel.  Or maybe Nige could comment.
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Post by: vRSAlex on February 26, 2012, 07:41:48 pm
Out of the quote box it should read 304 stainless. Mild steel flanges Nige?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 26, 2012, 07:44:03 pm
Out of the quote box it should read 304 stainless. Mild steel flanges Nige?

See you in a couple of hours :) Justin's system in my boot, just gotta eat tea grovel to the Missus and hopefully make good time.  :smiley:

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Post by: Shorty on February 27, 2012, 06:46:01 am
Any more videos yet Mike? Is it fairly loud on boost or quiet? I'm getting my system done in the next week and i want a nice parp on boost.
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Post by: Powervalve Nige on February 27, 2012, 09:48:00 am
Out of the quote box it should read 304 stainless. Mild steel flanges Nige?

Full stainless steel flanges and lambda boss
Cheers
Nige
 :happy2:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 27, 2012, 09:59:40 am
Out of the quote box it should read 304 stainless. Mild steel flanges Nige?

Full stainless steel flanges and lambda boss
Cheers
Nige
 :happy2:

The lambda 2 position has improved on my BCS system too as the probe was quite close to the tunnel brace.

Thanks for the under body de grease / clean nige!


I had a late night round trip nottingham - northampton on my own last night.  The system sounds awesome!   :party: :evilgrin:
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Post by: rich83 on February 27, 2012, 10:06:04 am
Out of the quote box it should read 304 stainless. Mild steel flanges Nige?

Full stainless steel flanges and lambda boss
Cheers
Nige
 :happy2:

The lambda 2 position has improved on my BCS system too as the probe was quite close to the tunnel brace.

Thanks for the under body de grease / clean nige!


I had a late night round trip nottingham - northampton on my own last night.  The system sounds awesome!   :party: :evilgrin:

I thought it looked clean  :happy2:
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Post by: Powervalve Nige on February 27, 2012, 10:35:48 am
Out of the quote box it should read 304 stainless. Mild steel flanges Nige?

Full stainless steel flanges and lambda boss
Cheers
Nige
 :happy2:

Thanks Mike
Glad your happy mate - once again thanks for allowing us to develop the system on your car bud
Cheers
Nige


The lambda 2 position has improved on my BCS system too as the probe was quite close to the tunnel brace.

Thanks for the under body de grease / clean nige!


I had a late night round trip nottingham - northampton on my own last night.  The system sounds awesome!   :party: :evilgrin:
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Post by: vRSAlex on February 27, 2012, 07:57:00 pm
Out of the quote box it should read 304 stainless. Mild steel flanges Nige?

Full stainless steel flanges and lambda boss
Cheers
Nige
 :happy2:

Makes the system a step above a Blueflame then.  :happy2:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 27, 2012, 08:07:02 pm

Giving my car to Alex in the very near future to fit the diff, elongate the holes in the WALK consoles & pull the subframe back a touch, and give it a propper Geo setup and maybe tweak the V3s.  The car should drive like a dream after  :laugh:

Mods for when I get back from Afghan are; fabricated battery tray, possible custom fabricated ITG heat shield,  Lightweight recliners, Carbon or fibreglass bonnet, something special done with the splitter, wheel refurb & fancy rubber.   :jumping:

 
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Post by: danishmkvgti on February 27, 2012, 08:38:08 pm
Scanned the graphs...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FIMG_0005.jpg&hash=6c8f14adb4718618b2e431f825f4eae4f66e5337)

Says @ flywheel so subtract 15% for 296hp @ Wheels ??



Here's mine, 367bhp and 517nm, just to compare Mike

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fww160%2Fjakethemoss%2Frevo6.jpg&hash=14ab1d0614be6c2ff37d9920742b3278440f7b5b)


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Post by: Lee M on February 27, 2012, 10:20:52 pm
Scanned the graphs...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FIMG_0005.jpg&hash=6c8f14adb4718618b2e431f825f4eae4f66e5337)

Says @ flywheel so subtract 15% for 296hp @ Wheels ??



Here's mine, 367bhp and 517nm, just to compare Mike

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fww160%2Fjakethemoss%2Frevo6.jpg&hash=14ab1d0614be6c2ff37d9920742b3278440f7b5b)

That's a pretty smooth curve mate, must drive nice. Stage 2+ REVO?


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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: danishmkvgti on February 28, 2012, 04:47:24 am
No, it's a stage 3+ file, for the GTI, it's not a Cupra file  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: Powervalve Nige on February 28, 2012, 02:52:09 pm
Out of the quote box it should read 304 stainless. Mild steel flanges Nige?

Full stainless steel flanges and lambda boss
Cheers
Nige
 :happy2:

Thanks Alex


Makes the system a step above a Blueflame then.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: h4rdy on March 01, 2012, 03:04:11 am
Out of the quote box it should read 304 stainless. Mild steel flanges Nige?

Full stainless steel flanges and lambda boss
Cheers
Nige
 :happy2:


The lambda 2 position has improved on my BCS system too as the probe was quite close to the tunnel brace.

Thanks for the under body de grease / clean nige!


I had a late night round trip nottingham - northampton on my own last night.  The system sounds awesome!   :party: :evilgrin:

For which I thank you for :happy2:
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Post by: Lee M on March 02, 2012, 06:47:27 pm
No, it's a stage 3+ file, for the GTI, it's not a Cupra file  :smiley:

I see mate. Still great gains. I bet it drives nice :-)


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Post by: Janner_Sy on March 03, 2012, 03:30:25 pm
Mike was yours running a decat before the bcs?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 03, 2012, 03:34:16 pm
Mike was yours running a decat before the bcs?

It wasn't fitted before BCS cat was re fitted when I moved back to England
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Post by: Hurdy on March 03, 2012, 04:43:51 pm
Good bhp and torque figures Mike :happy2:

Last time I was at RS Tuning mine did 340bhp at stage 2+ with the decat (and then 440bhp 5 mins later on nitrous!), quite similar graphs, but yours still has the dip at 5750rpm.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fhurdy_album%2FNitrous_install%2F100shotnitrousRR.jpg&hash=de612b41e9468f16067e47883b0a882e0a0b54e9)
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Post by: Powervalve Nige on March 03, 2012, 05:12:09 pm
Great gains Mike
Well in mate
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 04, 2012, 08:42:22 am

Car is going to AKS Tuning (VrsAlex) on Wednesday while I'm working away.  Having the diff fitted and Geometry done
 after BDM monumentally fouled it up.  Can't wait to get home and road test it and finally not have the tyres/arches fouling!
Should really handle ace after diff & geometry  :party:  just need some fancy rubber.

The plan was to have a custom fabricated battery tray & ITG heat shield but playing it by ear at the moment as the Lupo incident has swallowed significant ££, plus swmbo's birthday & a pushchair that the Forces Post office lost needs paying for.

The car is likely to be going from AKS to APR for Apr to look at my software and hopefully further improve it :)
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Post by: danishmkvgti on March 04, 2012, 12:16:17 pm
Looking forward to seeing what the map ends up with, the torque is more than excellent, just minor tweaks would make it the map of choice  :happy2:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 04, 2012, 01:01:21 pm
Looking forward to seeing what the map ends up with, the torque is more than excellent, just minor tweaks would make it the map of choice  :happy2:

Agreed jake. Exciting times :)
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Post by: rich83 on March 04, 2012, 03:54:00 pm
Were you driving up the M1 today?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 04, 2012, 03:57:58 pm
Were you driving up the M1 today?

Hope you haven't spotted my car  :scared:

May have seen me in a white coach though?
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Post by: rich83 on March 04, 2012, 04:01:37 pm
Were you driving up the M1 today?

Hope you haven't spotted my car  :scared:

May have seen me in a white coach though?

 :signLOL: Dont worry just a case of mistaken identity  :happy2:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 04, 2012, 04:02:36 pm
Were you driving up the M1 today?

Hope you haven't spotted my car  :scared:

May have seen me in a white coach though?

 :signLOL: Dont worry just a case of mistaken identity  :happy2:

Phew lol. Was it low & loud  :driver:
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Post by: rich83 on March 04, 2012, 04:04:42 pm
Couldn't hear anything over gardeners question time....   :popcornsoda:
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Post by: keano on March 05, 2012, 10:41:10 pm
Were you driving up the M1 today?

Hope you haven't spotted my car  :scared:

May have seen me in a white coach though?

 :signLOL: Dont worry just a case of mistaken identity  :happy2:

Phew lol. Was it low & loud  :driver:

Nope. Low & Slow  :grin:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 05, 2012, 10:46:00 pm
Were you driving up the M1 today?

Hope you haven't spotted my car  :scared:

May have seen me in a white coach though?

 :signLOL: Dont worry just a case of mistaken identity  :happy2:

Phew lol. Was it low & loud  :driver:

Nope. Low & Slow  :grin:

Chortle.  :grin: 

Shes nearing cometion (if there is such a thing!) diff/replacement Sachs & map tweaks next week, just need decent tyres :(
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Post by: rich83 on March 05, 2012, 10:53:47 pm
..... mike..... finished????

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.icanhascheezburger.com%2Fcompletestore%2F2009%2F5%2F18%2F128871773835449932.jpg&hash=73551f610c9a0a0f89d79fb0494b30f203783ab2)
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 05, 2012, 10:55:46 pm
..... mike..... finished????

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.icanhascheezburger.com%2Fcompletestore%2F2009%2F5%2F18%2F128871773835449932.jpg&hash=73551f610c9a0a0f89d79fb0494b30f203783ab2)

There's a lot of pussy being passed about this evening lol

Okay maybe a few interior tweaks.....
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Post by: rich83 on March 05, 2012, 10:57:38 pm
And big turbo stage 3...... and... and.....     :signLOL: :signLOL:
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Post by: h4rdy on March 06, 2012, 01:38:11 pm
And big turbo stage 3...... and... and.....     :signLOL: :signLOL:

 :signLOL: :pomppomp: :signLOL: :pomppomp: :signLOL: :pomppomp: :popcornsoda:
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Post by: CarrG on March 06, 2012, 04:00:11 pm


Will be great with the diff Mike!  :drinking:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 13, 2012, 06:31:46 pm

Missing the car now....   :sad: :sad:
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Post by: keano on March 13, 2012, 07:16:19 pm
Where is it lol?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 13, 2012, 07:18:22 pm
Where is it lol?

AKS in Bedford then to APR Milton Keynes then to Crystal Vision Rosso...
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Post by: keano on March 13, 2012, 07:28:22 pm
Where is it lol?

AKS in Bedford then to APR Milton Keynes then to Crystal Vision Rosso...

Ooo Alex's new setup?  :jumpmove:  :party: :party:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 13, 2012, 07:29:48 pm
Where is it lol?

AKS in Bedford then to APR Milton Keynes then to Crystal Vision Rosso...

Ooo Alex's new setup?  :jumpmove:  :party: :party:

 :happy2:  She's in good hands.  Just like to be able to have a peak out the lounge window at her lol  :ashamed:
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Post by: JackG on March 13, 2012, 07:51:56 pm
Caaarrrrrrbbooooooon bonnet  :party:
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Post by: vRSAlex on March 13, 2012, 09:01:19 pm
Im keeping the car as a demo now.   :love:

Just putting a load of Revo stickers on before it goes to APR  :P
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 13, 2012, 09:02:29 pm
Im keeping the car as a demo now.   :love:

Just putting a load of Revo stickers on before it goes to APR  :P

Ya wind up lol

She tucked in?  :love:
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Post by: vRSAlex on March 13, 2012, 09:08:37 pm
Im keeping the car as a demo now.   :love:

Just putting a load of Revo stickers on before it goes to APR  :P

Ya wind up lol

She tucked in?  :love:

Getting her beauty sleep.  :ashamed:
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Post by: danishmkvgti on March 13, 2012, 10:04:37 pm
Im keeping the car as a demo now.   :love:

Just putting a load of Revo stickers on before it goes to APR  :P

 :evilgrin:  :grin:, now that's good work shop humour Alex  :happy2:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 19, 2012, 01:18:14 pm
Alex is proving to be a good choice for looking after the car / tuning

He was being very helpful at BDM trying to show me things to consider on my car, things that are good & things that could be improved and things to keep an eye on.

Whilst Alex was trying to advise me I was ejected abruptly from BDM workshop by the boss for 'safety' reasons, despite rich girlies with a Ferrari & range rover been allowed to mellinger... Anyway, I digress

The impression I got whilst at BDM was he pays a lot of attention to detail and it seems to be showing now as I get frequent updates by phone / text as to where he is on the job & any findings or causes for concern.

Alex has my box off atm and is in the process of fitting the diff, then a replacement / upgrade dogbone mount, arches fettled, dreadful BDM 'fast road setup' sorted an setup properly and if I receive it in time Design draft 42 shifter bushing fitted

Then handed over to APR to tweak the map to see if they can fix the dip in the power curve

She's getting there!  :party: :party:
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Post by: damoegan on March 19, 2012, 08:29:48 pm
Wish Alex was closer to me  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 19, 2012, 08:57:48 pm
Wish Alex was closer to me  :sad1:

About 80 miles for me. The a6 on the way will be fun when the cars all sorted  :driver:
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Post by: yin on March 19, 2012, 10:38:11 pm
Wish Alex was closer to me  :sad1:

About 80 miles for me. The a6 on the way will be fun when the cars all sorted  :driver:

90 miles for me  i am down there the end of the month :happy2:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 19, 2012, 10:43:47 pm

Might see you mate when I collect her.  :happy2:

Trying the superpro inserts rather than the Walk.  Will sell the walk & modify some oem consoles to have my subframe pulled back a little rather than butcher the walk.  Also having a new dogbone mount as mine is perishing
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Post by: h4rdy on March 19, 2012, 11:21:32 pm
Alex is proving to be a good choice for looking after the car / tuning

He was being very helpful at BDM trying to show me things to consider on my car, things that are good & things that could be improved and things to keep an eye on.

Whilst Alex was trying to advise me I was ejected abruptly from BDM workshop by the boss for 'safety' reasons, despite rich girlies with a Ferrari & range rover been allowed to mellinger... Anyway, I digress

The impression I got whilst at BDM was he pays a lot of attention to detail and it seems to be showing now as I get frequent updates by phone / text as to where he is on the job & any findings or causes for concern.

Alex has my box off atm and is in the process of fitting the diff, then a replacement / upgrade dogbone mount, arches fettled, dreadful BDM 'fast road setup' sorted an setup properly and if I receive it in time Design draft 42 shifter bushing fitted

Then handed over to APR to tweak the map to see if they can fix the dip in the power curve

She's getting there!  :party: :party:

Firemen should stick to doing what they are good at, putting out fires and being brilliant at helping others out in times of need.

They should leave the setting of car suspension up, to which Alex is brilliant at, to the likes of Alex.

Yes, Mark seems to want to concentrate on Lambo's and Ferrari's, but he is on the fast track to doom as he is a prize.................................?!

I am shocked he left your car like that mate and I think I would have contacted the CC company to get the payment reversed as the service was not fit for the purpose intended.

I am happy to travel the extra to Bedford rather than MK as, as Alex said, he has no time constraints to get the job done right. Whereas Mark wanted to charge for every little extra.

You will get charged but if it takes 5 mins more than stated to get it right then all is good.

My Exhaust was fitted by Alex@AKS and I had a service. He did other stuff for the same price, he didn't have to, I was going to do it while there, but he did. Top Fella. Highly recommended.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: vRSAlex on March 19, 2012, 11:49:15 pm
Should really be in bed, but here are some pics of Mikes diff being fitted today:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2898.jpg&hash=98bda04a62f9f8f2f2c3d6542c4b20d675c30aa1)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2901.jpg&hash=fd78ded4bc5e1707a7a2be0646adb404d9bdbab3)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2902.jpg&hash=e9abd6541e79cd64615aaf3c947fc85718a9a740)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2903.jpg&hash=55400b88f708e24cfbb9e92def12a204f1452771)

More pics tomorrow  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: rich83 on March 19, 2012, 11:56:29 pm
Mmmmmmmm want!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: h4rdy on March 20, 2012, 02:02:14 am
Mmmmmmmm want!

+1 next year!

Mike, can I have a go please?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: danishmkvgti on March 20, 2012, 03:52:53 am
Should really be in bed, but here are some pics of Mikes diff being fitted today:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2898.jpg&hash=98bda04a62f9f8f2f2c3d6542c4b20d675c30aa1)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2901.jpg&hash=fd78ded4bc5e1707a7a2be0646adb404d9bdbab3)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2902.jpg&hash=e9abd6541e79cd64615aaf3c947fc85718a9a740)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2903.jpg&hash=55400b88f708e24cfbb9e92def12a204f1452771)

More pics tomorrow  :happy2:

Looks good Alex. now Mike has to learn a new driving style to accomodate the caracteristic of the diff  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 20, 2012, 07:33:55 am


Looks good Alex. now Mike has to learn a new driving style to accomodate the caracteristic of the diff  :wink:

Drive even slower?  :ashamed:

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: danishmkvgti on March 20, 2012, 07:36:57 am


Looks good Alex. now Mike has to learn a new driving style to accomodate the caracteristic of the diff  :wink:

Drive even slower?  :ashamed:

 :signLOL:

ESP off, and grab hold of the steering wheel to control the twitch of the diff grabbing at acceleration  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 20, 2012, 07:37:37 am

 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: justsean on March 20, 2012, 10:56:17 am
hey Mike, sorry to hijack briefly but I cant post in the 'For Sale' section yet and I'm quite interested in those BBS caps you have for sale - you still got them?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 20, 2012, 10:58:11 am
hey Mike, sorry to hijack briefly but I cant post in the 'For Sale' section yet and I'm quite interested in those BBS caps you have for sale - you still got them?

My email address is on my profile page , are you able to view that?

 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: 56OctyVRS on March 20, 2012, 12:12:47 pm
The diff wont be hard to drive as my RS Focus had the ATB Quaffe dif in and I never suffered torque steer with 300bhp. The power delivery was different though as it had a torque limiter in 1st and 2nd, though 3rd gear was amazing! 30 to 95mph in one gear, so twisty roads were eaten up.  Just remember not to lift off when cornering as the diff wont work properly. You need to keep the power (to an extent) on so the dif will send the power to the correct wheels and pull you round the corner. :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: Deako on March 20, 2012, 12:42:28 pm
Looking great now Mike. Cant wait to hear your impressions of the diff. I loved my Mk1 Golf with Peloquin fitted. Was an animal to drive.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *AKS GOODNESS :D*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 20, 2012, 08:24:53 pm
Alex has smashed out some more work today.  Inspected Clutch & flywheel, put box back together with Diff, renewed a load of hose clips and sorted oil leak, removed WALK, Fitted superPro inserts.

Just fettling of wings & fast road alignment  :party:

Massive thanks to Alex.  Ive been informed of progress & findings every step of the way.  Im 100% returning for Chassis polybushing and further tuning!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *BCS 3" SYSTEM :D*
Post by: yin on March 20, 2012, 08:31:09 pm

Might see you mate when I collect her.  :happy2:



 :happy2: See you soon then all being well
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: CarrG on March 20, 2012, 08:49:31 pm
Looking good Mike  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: calin. on March 20, 2012, 10:18:29 pm
Now that's a mean Cupra :D Congrats mate!  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: james on March 21, 2012, 09:31:27 am
nice  :happy2: i need an LSD in my life  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: damoegan on March 21, 2012, 05:44:38 pm
Shifter bushes en-rout to AKS, Mike  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 21, 2012, 05:51:35 pm
Shifter bushes en-rout to AKS, Mike  :happy2:

Vielen danké  :drinking:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 21, 2012, 08:44:12 pm
The VWR /  Vibratechnics lower mount when it was fitted was either raunched tight or no copper slip used and Alex is having to drill it out & re - tap.  :sad1:

The small dogbone bush has been upgraded to Vibra technics as the OEM one had perished.

The inner WALK bush on the passenger had started to show signs of wear so I had that replaced with the SuperPro inserts in OEM consoles.
Im ordering replacement bushes for the WALK and am selling it.

Fast road Alignment & arches rolled should be done by Friday  :party:

Fingers crossed no more niggles are found along the way!  :sick:

Had updates everystep of the the off Alex.  Looking forward to going back already for some Poly bushing & custom fabrication.....  :party: :party:

Glad the worn bits / damages have been picked up by his attention to detail, although its frustrating the extra costs Im really glad to have bits all renewed and made right.  
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: 56OctyVRS on March 21, 2012, 09:07:02 pm
You will have to let me know how you get on with the vwr lower mount. Im looking for a new lower mount to replace the oe one with a neuspeed insert.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 21, 2012, 09:09:01 pm

Ive had the VWR mount for ages!  It needed undoing to allow changing of the smaller dogbone bush but the people who fitted it raunched it on super tight with no copper slip so it needs drilling out.

The mount is very good.  My engine used to move so much!  It now barely moves and sounds ace in the cabin with the harder mounts
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: 56OctyVRS on March 22, 2012, 09:55:11 am
I think I would only opt for the lower mount and probably buy new OE engine mounts.  I have to keep SWMBO happy when she is in the car. She likes the exhaust but I think increased engine noise in the cabin may be a step too far. :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 22, 2012, 09:57:46 am
I think I would only opt for the lower mount and probably buy new OE engine mounts.  I have to keep SWMBO happy when she is in the car. She likes the exhaust but I think increased engine noise in the cabin may be a step too far. :sad1:

It's a great noise!  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 23, 2012, 12:12:39 pm

I'm having withdrawal symptoms I need more pics Alex  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 24, 2012, 12:37:35 pm


Alignment should be done by Monday, then handed to APR for Logging.  Dyno Map tweaking on Tue / Wed.

A work mate lives near Lepsons Swindon outlet so he's hopefully dropping 2 of my TDs off for a spring re furb  :smiley:  Then a detail & hit some meets  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: jimk04 on March 24, 2012, 05:43:09 pm
Let me know what meets you have in mind Mike - be good to thrape over somewhere and show off the wares!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: Dannyboy88 on March 25, 2012, 09:54:16 pm
This is one hell of a motor and a build thread, we'll have to sort a South Yorkshire forum meet up when you've got the monster back  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: yin on March 25, 2012, 09:58:18 pm
Mike which of the 2 styles  of  Design draft 42 shifter bushs have you got?

is it this one
http://www.awesome-gti.co.uk/product.php?xProd=44653&xSec=158

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 25, 2012, 10:02:46 pm
Hoping to be very happy with it when I get it back!  Traction control off, get the R1Rs fitted & put alex's fast road geometry settings & the diff to the test  :driver:

Arranged a detail with the very skilled Russ @ Midlands Car care in a couple of weeks too.  :party: :party:  Just need a wheel refurb & a dint pulling out of my sill & Ill be happy. (for now..)

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: yin on March 25, 2012, 10:09:06 pm


Arranged a detail with the very skilled Russ @ Midlands Car care in a couple of weeks too.  :party: :party:  Just need a wheel refurb & a dint pulling out of my sill & Ill be happy. (for now..)



Mike let us know when you are at Russ's  it about 10 mins from my house :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 25, 2012, 10:10:10 pm


Arranged a detail with the very skilled Russ @ Midlands Car care in a couple of weeks too.  :party: :party:  Just need a wheel refurb & a dint pulling out of my sill & Ill be happy. (for now..)



Mike let us know when you are at Russ's  it about 10 mins from my house :happy2:

Wed 11th  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 25, 2012, 11:07:53 pm

Wonder if I need a post cat lambda sensor spacer to cure my CEL with De Cat

http://www.awesome-gti.co.uk/product.php?xProd=32887 (http://www.awesome-gti.co.uk/product.php?xProd=32887)

Have fitted a new Lambda so will see what Keith says about the code on my car
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: keano on March 25, 2012, 11:34:16 pm
 :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 26, 2012, 06:50:47 pm
:sad1:

 :love: Im skint dude & have a deal with Russ.  Besides Im working on my brother in law to bring you the bus  :P


Another bit of a setback today.  The Vibratechnics lower mount wasnt fitted with any copper slip & was raunched on by the looks.

Alex has been a star coming up with a solution to another unforseen problem & the car should be with APR tomorrow afternoon.  Hopefully have it back by the weekend  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: damoegan on March 26, 2012, 08:29:10 pm
Who fitted all these parts, Mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 27, 2012, 06:48:06 pm
Car's in APRs hands now  :happy2:

huuuge thanks to Alex @ AKS tuning for working though the cars niggles & fitting the diff, hopefully makes a difference!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: CarrG on March 27, 2012, 07:24:33 pm

Its going to be Mega  :grin: :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 27, 2012, 07:30:07 pm

Its going to be Mega  :grin: :party:

Hope so Gary!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: maxload on March 27, 2012, 08:14:49 pm
It will be like releasing the beast with that diff fitted , frickin awesome.
Enjoy it mike ;)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 27, 2012, 08:19:29 pm

Thing is there are two versions of the Peloquin. Standard & Hi torque I think.  In haste I bought the Peloquin (albeit at a great price) without doing a great deal of research.  Hopefully the standard version of the peloquin will be able to manage 390lbs/ft  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Big thanks to Alex @ AKS*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 27, 2012, 09:31:26 pm

Thing is there are two versions of the Peloquin. Standard & Hi torque I think.  In haste I bought the Peloquin (albeit at a great price) without doing a great deal of research.  Hopefully the standard version of the peloquin will be able to manage 390lbs/ft  :evilgrin:

Anyone else have the Peloquin?  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *People with Peloquin st2+..*
Post by: danishmkvgti on March 27, 2012, 09:56:53 pm
no as i chose the best option Wavetrac  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *People with Peloquin st2+..*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 27, 2012, 09:58:18 pm
no as i chose the best option Wavetrac  :P

 :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *People with Peloquin st2+..*
Post by: DonalM on March 27, 2012, 10:36:41 pm
Awesome Mike.  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *AKS Arch rolling*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 27, 2012, 10:41:24 pm
Bit of what alex has been doin this week...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2F526930_143913409067512_124288387696681_163580_1436658351_n.jpg&hash=a3a79405e178e00a289c8f7b37e6eae080f739d0)


Awesome Mike.  :notworthy:

Thanks  :smiley:


Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *People with Peloquin st2+..*
Post by: james on March 27, 2012, 10:43:58 pm
looking good mate  :happy2:   cant wait till i get my LSD installed!


You want to get your self WMI,  it is the future lol.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *People with Peloquin st2+..*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 27, 2012, 10:49:00 pm
looking good mate  :happy2:   cant wait till i get my LSD installed!


You want to get your self WMI,  it is the future lol.

Keep thinking about it  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *People with Peloquin st2+..*
Post by: vRSAlex on March 27, 2012, 11:06:47 pm
You want to get your self WMI,  it is the future lol.

Mike likes his throttle body and valve guides in one piece!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *People with Peloquin st2+..*
Post by: james on March 27, 2012, 11:11:03 pm
lol mine is fine! i run 100% meth, it is epic lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *People with Peloquin st2+..*
Post by: RobH on March 27, 2012, 11:44:33 pm
lol mine is fine! i run 100% meth, it is epic lol

100% meth :scared:

You must like your engine in loads of little pieces aswell :P

Coming along nicely mike, are you coming up to York raceway on Easter monday to see what it can do?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *People with Peloquin st2+..*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 27, 2012, 11:58:03 pm
You want to get your self WMI,  it is the future lol.

Mike likes his throttle body Throttle body upgrade and valve guides in one piece!

Corrected.  :wink: 110 days give or take till the nexts couple of mods...


lol mine is fine! i run 100% meth, it is epic lol

100% meth :scared:

You must like your engine in loads of little pieces aswell :P

Coming along nicely mike, are you coming up to York raceway on Easter monday to see what it can do?

+1  :scared:  Thanks Rob.  No, don't think I'll be able to make it but thanks for the reminded incase I can get up that way  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *People with Peloquin st2+..*
Post by: vRSAlex on March 28, 2012, 07:11:38 am
100% meth = massive corrosion of all the aluminum parts it comes in contact with, but the power increase is mental  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *People with Peloquin st2+..*
Post by: james on March 28, 2012, 09:22:16 am
100% meth = massive corrosion of all the aluminum parts it comes in contact with, but the power increase is mental  :signLOL:

it is very very very slow corrosion rate and it only injects over 11 psi so it cleans itself lol.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *People with Peloquin st2+..*
Post by: vRSAlex on March 28, 2012, 09:48:22 am
100% meth = massive corrosion of all the aluminum parts it comes in contact with, but the power increase is mental  :signLOL:

it is very very very slow corrosion rate and it only injects over 11 psi so it cleans itself lol.

Just keep an eye on everything.  This is what 50/50 mix did to a 1.8T's intake valve guide after 5k or so:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Frobcl%2FProject_Pics%2FWP_000162.jpg&hash=40d4b87fe31fdf0010307cea3d8bb694b6cdacbe)

Was burning 2L of oil every 500 miles!

I will only ever run 75% water and 25% meth on cars I fit it to.

(Sorry to clog your thread Mike)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *People with Peloquin st2+..*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 28, 2012, 10:52:47 am

Its for the good and benefit of everyone dude  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 29, 2012, 09:23:33 pm
Keith swapped my RS4 valve for a new one today to see if it improved the top end power dip / fuel issue

Will find out in the morning if  it improves anything otherwise its HPFP fault finding failing that mapping / calibrating out the problem.

Then another dyno run and drive home  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: damoegan on March 29, 2012, 09:30:45 pm
Sunday?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 29, 2012, 09:34:10 pm
Sunday?

PDT?  Will see how my wallet feels tomo  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: damoegan on March 29, 2012, 09:37:16 pm
Sunday?

PDT?  Will see how my wallet feels tomo  :sad1:

I know the feeling matey..

Mrs' car just fixed, ongoing problems with mine, sky box playing up and now the washer is leeking :sick:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: Andy on March 29, 2012, 09:47:58 pm
you will be saying there is no fuel next :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: damoegan on March 29, 2012, 09:49:30 pm
you will be saying there is no fuel next :signLOL:

Half of the garages round here are already out and I've only got 1/4 tank  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: Andy on March 29, 2012, 09:51:44 pm
i will have to bring you some :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: damoegan on March 29, 2012, 09:52:14 pm
i will have to bring you some :happy2:

 :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 29, 2012, 09:52:37 pm
Sunday?

PDT?  Will see how my wallet feels tomo  :sad1:

I know the feeling matey..

Mrs' car just fixed, ongoing problems with mine, sky box playing up and now the washer is leeking :sick:

Bills bills bills  :sick: Dyson packed in this week, was over £400 and not had it that long but Mrs phoned Dyson and theyre gonna send a replacemant. 5 year gaurantee.  Win for a change


you will be saying there is no fuel next :signLOL:

 :signLOL:  No idea how much fuel my car has in it.  Have 25 litres of Vpower in a jerry can in case its on fumes aftewr the dyno testing & logging
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: pat15312 on March 29, 2012, 09:56:52 pm
How much did you roll the arches out Mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 29, 2012, 10:56:31 pm
How much did you roll the arches out Mike?

Inner edge pushed up loads then around 5-10mm  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: vRSAlex on March 29, 2012, 11:01:20 pm
How much did you roll the arches out Mike?

Inner edge pushed up loads then around 5-10mm  :happy2:
:grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: 56OctyVRS on March 29, 2012, 11:14:34 pm
Its looking awesome mike :happy2:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: RobH on March 30, 2012, 02:57:34 pm
How much did you roll the arches out Mike?

Inner edge pushed up loads then around 5-10mm  :happy2:

You thinking of filling that extra space with wider tyres Mike or are you just gonna drop it lower?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: Hedge on March 30, 2012, 04:03:25 pm
Picking it up today?  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: SteveP on March 30, 2012, 08:44:35 pm
Nice to meet you today Mike, home the car behaved on the way home  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: Janner_Sy on March 30, 2012, 08:48:48 pm
I had to tell him to stop sticking his foot down, because i couldnt hear my missus on the phone  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: damoegan on March 30, 2012, 09:23:11 pm
I had to tell him to stop sticking his foot down, because i couldnt hear my missus on the phone  :grin:

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 30, 2012, 11:09:35 pm
Huge thanks to Alex @ AKS, Keith @ Apr & also Matt @ Racing line

Alex has put alot of extra time into the car than originally anticipated and everything feels solid & tight.
Sy commented straight away how the cabin noise sounded more refined and everything felt smoother.  Car seams to be set up very well although I think I need to get used to the diff as I lifted of after the diff spat me out of a roundabout at suprising speed in 2nd, giving a bit of  :driver: :scared: :jumping: :innocent:
Going back to Alex for some more bits when funds allow  :innocent:  Watch this space.  Forgot my AKS stickers, doh!  :sad1:

Keith has spent the last couple of his 15 hour days investigating a dip in the power graph I had done at RS tuning.  After swapping the RS4 Valve for a new one everything seems to be spot on now  with slightly more power & slightly less torque than before, bizzarely.  With 346hp consistently on Marlins MAHA dyno and 430NM

Matt at Racingline listened to my complaint about a dodgy vibratechnics mount and apologised & also reimbursed me with a lower mount insert that was binned when I had the VWR fitted.  Fair play for looking after me after my significant time away in Germany  :happy2:

Just need to find some time (& petrol  :fighting:) to get out and find my feet with the car & enjoy it as it feels different in a couple of ways I can quite put my finger on  :driver: :driver:



Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 30, 2012, 11:34:15 pm

Todays dyno.

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: rich83 on March 30, 2012, 11:34:57 pm
 :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: Hurdy on March 31, 2012, 12:59:53 am
Some nice upgrades there Mike. :happy2:
You'll love the diif once you scope in to how much you can push it. :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: danishmkvgti on March 31, 2012, 07:07:59 am
Didn't i tell you the Diff requires a different driving style?  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Car with APR*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 31, 2012, 07:16:10 am

Didn't i tell you the Diff requires a different driving style?  :innocent:

You tried  :drinking:  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Have her back!*
Post by: jimk04 on March 31, 2012, 08:15:08 am
Glad you've got it back mate, can't wait to see it!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Have her back!*
Post by: bacillus on March 31, 2012, 08:45:34 am
Ok I'm a little confused as to why your torque has now apparently dropped to only 430Nm as that converts to 317 lb ft ...  :confused:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Have her back!*
Post by: CarrG on March 31, 2012, 09:45:55 am
 :congrats: :notworthy: :driver:

Enjoy  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Have her back!*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 31, 2012, 10:23:02 am
Ok I'm a little confused as to why your torque has now apparently dropped to only 430Nm as that converts to 317 lb ft ...  :confused:

3" BCS system with de cat (I assume) Is the reason.  Plus dyno lottery?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Have her back!*
Post by: DanGB on March 31, 2012, 10:41:51 am
Which diff have you got mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Have her back!*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 31, 2012, 10:43:22 am
Which diff have you got mike?

Peloquin  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Have her back!*
Post by: heavyd on March 31, 2012, 10:49:07 am
Are you happy with the remap now then Mike?
Are you still coming to PDT tomorrow then, be interesting to see how the rival stage 2+ maps compare on daves generous Dyno Dynamics setup :driver: you might find some of those torques that went missing :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Have her back!*
Post by: DanGB on March 31, 2012, 10:53:38 am
Which diff have you got mike?

Peloquin  :happy2:

ahh snap.
how different do you think it drives? Ive forgotten what it was like before, and cant remember what the difference was like?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Have her back!*
Post by: Janner_Sy on March 31, 2012, 10:56:28 am
Are you happy with the remap now then Mike?
Are you still coming to PDT tomorrow then, be interesting to see how the rival stage 2+ maps compare on daves generous Dyno Dynamics setup :driver: you might find some of those torques that went missing :wink:

Thats bang on the money there Dom.  

Irrelevant of figures, its bloody savage.  The new engine mount/new exhaust (not sure which one) has really made a huge difference in the refinement inside the car.  The suspension whilst still stiff seems to be alot better now its been raised by alex, it was really bad before.  Another 5mm and it'll be perfect for the humps where we live  :innocent:

The diff seems to work as well.  Ive not driven it ...yet, but it seemed to spit mike out the corner faster than he expected hence some scary lift off oversteer :driver:

@Mike, if you go PDT tomorrow ill come up with you in our motor :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Have her back!*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 31, 2012, 11:18:34 am
Are you happy with the remap now then Mike?
Are you still coming to PDT tomorrow then, be interesting to see how the rival stage 2+ maps compare on daves generous Dyno Dynamics setup :driver: you might find some of those torques that went missing :wink:

Thats bang on the money there Dom.  

Irrelevant of figures, its bloody savage.  The new engine mount/new exhaust (not sure which one) has really made a huge difference in the refinement inside the car.  The suspension whilst still stiff seems to be alot better now its been raised by alex, it was really bad before.  Another 5mm and it'll be perfect for the humps where we live  :innocent:

The diff seems to work as well.  Ive not driven it ...yet, but it seemed to spit mike out the corner faster than he expected hence some scary lift off oversteer :driver:

@Mike, if you go PDT tomorrow ill come up with you in our motor :happy2:

Want to but atm this guy has more money than me.................



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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Have her back!*
Post by: Janner_Sy on March 31, 2012, 11:25:53 am
BTCC it is then  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Have her back!*
Post by: 56OctyVRS on March 31, 2012, 12:36:09 pm
Diffs are awesome. Though keep the power on through corners and let the diff do the work. I miss my RS Focus for the cornering fun and roundabouts. Me thinks a new lower mount is on the books plus BTCC in two weeks time :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Have her back!*
Post by: Andy on March 31, 2012, 06:11:40 pm
come mike you've got to come tomorrow--Sy will fill the tank for you if you can find a petrol station that has any left :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Have her back!*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 31, 2012, 08:13:53 pm
Which diff have you got mike?

Peloquin  :happy2:

ahh snap.
how different do you think it drives? Ive forgotten what it was like before, and cant remember what the difference was like?

Sorry Dan.  Just spotted this...

I haven't really given it a proper drive yet but the one instance I did (as mentioned above) I was taken by surprise by the speed I gathered exiting the roundabout  :driver: 

Do you have the hi torque version of the peloquin Dan?  I was worried I might have bought mine in haste not realising there was a hi torque version till after.

The car feels great after Alex has tweaked the chassis.  Steering feels weighted but direct. Just need to bin the stop gap falkens for the R1Rs in the shed....
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Have her back!*
Post by: DanGB on March 31, 2012, 11:26:46 pm
No idea what that is mike!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 02, 2012, 09:11:26 pm

Poll added for next mod...

Next update will be Wed 11th 

Had a drive today but there arent any decent roads nearby  :sad1:  Really enjoyed driving the car though  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: damoegan on April 02, 2012, 09:13:26 pm
Gloss  :love:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: vRSAlex on April 02, 2012, 09:16:55 pm
Missed out an option. You know you want carbon.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 02, 2012, 09:18:05 pm
Missed out an option. You know you want carbon.

The same as you're going to do me front splitter?  Added to poll
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: danishmkvgti on April 02, 2012, 09:22:52 pm
Missed out an option. You know you want carbon.

" you have to ask yourself , does it make you go faster? ,,,,,,, well do it Mike?" end of quote.
 sort of quote  :laugh:What movie?  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: vRSAlex on April 02, 2012, 09:24:57 pm
Missed out an option. You know you want carbon.

The same as you're going to do me front splitter?  Added to poll

Correcto.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 02, 2012, 09:26:45 pm
Missed out an option. You know you want carbon.

The same as you're going to do me front splitter?  Added to poll

Correcto.

Am ordering a new valance tomorrow
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: DanGB on April 02, 2012, 09:30:28 pm

Am ordering a new valance tomorrow

Holly Valance?


 :congrats:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 02, 2012, 09:48:36 pm

I wish Dan  :innocent:


Next few things for the car;

Splitter & rear valance in either gloss black or overlaid in real carbon.
Appointment on Wed for some tlc
Wheel refurb
DD42 shifter bushes fitted
New oil & filter
PF01 track pads for the front
Find another pair of R1R or Federal & fit

Next 'wants & needs'

Little dint pulled out of passenger sill
custom fabricated Battery tray
Cupra highline dash

18" Ultraleggera  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: keano on April 02, 2012, 09:49:16 pm

Am ordering a new valance tomorrow

Holly Valance?


 :congrats:

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Janner_Sy on April 02, 2012, 09:52:23 pm
Mike Mike Mike

Spend that money on a trackday instead.  Your car already looks great, has mega performance, and a chassis setup to match.

Now get it on track.

19th april RAF Wittering(50 miles away) big open area, loads of run off, £99 with instructors on hand.  Perfect for your first trackday
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 02, 2012, 09:53:48 pm
Mike Mike Mike

Spend that money on a trackday instead.  Your car already looks great, has mega performance, and a chassis setup to match.

Now get it on track.

19th april RAF Wittering(50 miles away) big open area, loads of run off, £99 with instructors on hand.  Perfect for your first trackday

I wouldve put money on one of the leave it alone votes being yours  :grin:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Janner_Sy on April 02, 2012, 09:55:48 pm
You know me :booty:

You'll see. One trackday and you'll see your car needs nothing else


Well maybe a better driver :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 02, 2012, 09:58:44 pm
You know me :booty:

You'll see. One trackday and you'll see your car needs nothing else


Well maybe a better driver :innocent:

Ill have you know Im getting good at controlling the slides when I bottle it and lift off exiting roundabouts  :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Janner_Sy on April 02, 2012, 09:59:58 pm
 :driver: :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Richn83 on April 02, 2012, 10:06:34 pm
All sounding very good mike do you have any pics as its now setup with the suspension and the rolled arches?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: vRSAlex on April 02, 2012, 10:19:54 pm
I thought of a great way to get rid of the dents in the sills. K1 side skirts.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 02, 2012, 10:21:48 pm
I thought of a great way to get rid of the dents in the sills. K1 side skirts.

I bought them and wasnt too keen & sold them.

Although I've seen a pic with them fitted the wrong way (what I think is the right way) round and they look better.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 02, 2012, 10:27:12 pm
^

The skirts 'Correct' way (the way I dont like).....

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The skirts 'Wrong' way (The way I prefer).....

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But tbf for the cost of buying fitting & painting the skirts, I could have the dent pulled & painted I prefer it without anyhow
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Janner_Sy on April 02, 2012, 11:03:33 pm


But tbf for the cost of buying fitting & painting the skirts, I could have the dent pulled & painted I prefer it without anyhow done two trackdays.


You'll prob ditch into the kitty litter or grass whilst you find yours and the cars limits, id not worry about some paint touch ups.  That's why air field days are perfect.  You can push it to its limits

Stop being gay.  I have a £25voucher you can use ifyou want.  I won't need it before we go to be fair
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: stealthwolf on April 03, 2012, 12:25:54 am
Stop being gay.
:congrats:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Andy on April 03, 2012, 12:29:44 am
either way is nice just get them fitted :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: CarrG on April 03, 2012, 07:09:15 am
Track it. Track it  :mad:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: monte on April 03, 2012, 09:18:10 am
Mike have you actually counted all the money in "The Pit"?  :scared:

I'm sure it would shock me if I went through my spending with a fine toothed comb....

But, Mike....you have some serious mods on there  :notworthy:

Now, let's all get to the track for some fun  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 03, 2012, 09:54:19 am
Mike have you actually counted all the money in "The Pit"?  :scared:

I'm sure it would shock me if I went through my spending with a fine toothed comb....

But, Mike....you have some serious mods on there  :notworthy:

Now, let's all get to the track for some fun  :laugh:

I wouldnt like to count  :scared:  Was going to have a run across the a46 last night towards lincoln and get to grips with the diff on the bends / roundabouts


Track day is imminent, just needs fresh oil & toyos putting on
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: DanGB on April 03, 2012, 10:11:06 am
Let us know when a track day is on the card as im up for one soon.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: RedRobin on April 03, 2012, 10:44:58 am
.
Gloss black all over Holly Valance - Anything all over Holly Valance would be nice! Adding a real carbon layer just adds weight, albeit only a very small amount. And it'll match your gloss black roof better.

Your car is already track-ready as it is - It's not a race. Just think of it as one-way fast road with no restrictions. Gently does it and build up smoothly and give yourself breaks.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: 56OctyVRS on April 03, 2012, 12:42:15 pm
Mike have you actually counted all the money in "The Pit"?  :scared:

I'm sure it would shock me if I went through my spending with a fine toothed comb....

But, Mike....you have some serious mods on there  :notworthy:

Now, let's all get to the track for some fun  :laugh:

I wouldnt like to count  :scared:  Was going to have a run across the a46 last night towards lincoln and get to grips with the diff on the bends / roundabouts


Track day is imminent, just needs fresh oil & toyos putting on




The A617 betwen newark and mansfield is good for the twisties.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Janner_Sy on April 03, 2012, 12:58:28 pm
is that where you hang around with your blue lights  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 03, 2012, 01:04:50 pm
is that where you hang around with your blue lights  :grin:

what blue lights?  :confused:

Have you got a 5mm drill bit im putting more shiney bits on my car :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: RedRobin on April 03, 2012, 01:08:00 pm

is that where you hang around with your blue lights  :grin:


....That's exactly what I was thinking!

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 03, 2012, 01:09:21 pm

you've lost me...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: RedRobin on April 03, 2012, 01:11:20 pm

you've lost me...


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^ They haven't lost you!

Have fun and stay safe but don't take the p!ss.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: 56OctyVRS on April 03, 2012, 02:28:52 pm
is that where you hang around with your blue lights  :grin:


Im mainly mansfield based but sometimes get to go down there if needs must.  You forget I have my blue lights and ticket book :signLOL:  Keeping a look out for a modified red seat that looks suspicious  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: RedRobin on April 03, 2012, 02:48:32 pm
^^^^
We like Policemen (and especially Policewomen if they're hot!) who are car enthusiasts. They understand us and use their discretion in making overall judgements.

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 03, 2012, 05:39:11 pm

Ordered a new rear valance today
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: damoegan on April 03, 2012, 05:41:21 pm
Have you got a 5mm drill bit im putting more shiney bits on my car :laugh:

I can send you one tomorrow if you like mate?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 03, 2012, 05:44:22 pm
Have you got a 5mm drill bit im putting more shiney bits on my car :laugh:

I can send you one tomorrow if you like mate?

think sy is sending one round cheers damo  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: damoegan on April 03, 2012, 05:46:31 pm
Have you got a 5mm drill bit im putting more shiney bits on my car :laugh:

I can send you one tomorrow if you like mate?

think sy is sending one round cheers damo  :happy2:

No worries, if you need anything alse just shout  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 03, 2012, 05:47:19 pm
Have you got a 5mm drill bit im putting more shiney bits on my car :laugh:

I can send you one tomorrow if you like mate?

think sy is sending one round cheers damo  :happy2:

No worries, if you need anything alse just shout  :happy2:

 :drinking: :drinking:  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Phil_T on April 03, 2012, 08:41:57 pm
Go for carbon, my real front splitter & rear diffuser will be here in a few weeks cant wait, Already been gone 2 week :(
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 05, 2012, 06:29:55 pm

Done a bit of soldering today...

From switched live to rear view mirror Ive powered 2 red Leds in concaved holders.  No night pics but the desired effect is the ambient red glow found in the S3, Golf R & Gti with auto dimming mirror...

Is it possible to take power from the back of the fuse box & put a fuse in the slot instead of a blade connector in the front with halfords inline fuse holder in the +ve wire?  Would be a neater installation.

If the Auto dimming Leon mirror just needs 12v & is the same fitment I will eventually upgrade to that but its £180  :sick: & I want Cupra 'Highline' 1st


Just uploading pics...




Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Rear View LED mini mod*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 05, 2012, 06:55:55 pm
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Title: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Poll & Mini mod*
Post by: Bignod00 on April 05, 2012, 07:32:37 pm
Loving your work dude, will be interesting to see some night time pics!:D

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Title: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Poll & Mini mod*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 05, 2012, 07:38:01 pm
Loving your work dude, will be interesting to see some night time pics!:D

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Thanks mate,  I have a feeling they might be a tad too bright but will probably add a resistor if so
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Poll & Mini mod*
Post by: wigit on April 05, 2012, 07:40:18 pm
spotted this at VWR/APR last week Mike and looked very purposeful, gloss black gets my vote to match the wheels  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Poll & Mini mod*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 05, 2012, 07:57:22 pm
spotted this at VWR/APR last week Mike and looked very purposeful, gloss black gets my vote to match the wheels  :happy2:

Thanks mate  :smiley:  Shame I missed out on a peek at your new wheels
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Poll & Mini mod*
Post by: wigit on April 05, 2012, 08:01:27 pm
spotted this at VWR/APR last week Mike and looked very purposeful, gloss black gets my vote to match the wheels  :happy2:

Thanks mate  :smiley:  Shame I missed out on a peek at your new wheels

hadn't collected it was in the rollerskate  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: CarrG on April 05, 2012, 08:16:32 pm
You never stop working on that car mate fair play  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Next mod Poll*
Post by: monte on April 05, 2012, 11:36:50 pm
^^^^
We like Policemen (and especially Policewomen if they're hot!) who are car enthusiasts. They understand us and use their discretion in making overall judgements.

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Sorry to be Waaaaay off topic here Mike I just got to agree with Robin  :smiley:

Italian Police are ALL hot  :drool:  (Well I've never seen a munter over there)

Mind you, when you see some of their uniforms, its almost like they are models on a photo shoot.  :happy2:

Polizia Di Stato Uniforms are made by Belstaff  :notworthy:

http://img.poliziadistato.it/docs/catalogo2010-2011.pdf
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: RedRobin on April 05, 2012, 11:51:37 pm
.
I got stopped by Italian Polizia in my GTI in Northern Italy one summer and she was very attractive. Her name was Julietta and she drove an Alfa and the uniform was so stylish I did for a moment wonder if it was all real or a femdom wind-up. It was a bit scary when she insisted on taking my car keys even before my paperwork was checked. I had to work hard to convince her the car was mine! I had been speeding earlier (a lot) but she hadn't stopped me for that - It was a layby pull. She had a stick with round disc to wave me down similar to what they use on airfields - All very stylish - Bellisimo!

Best not go any further off topic in a build thread.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 07, 2012, 08:32:11 pm
Im wishing Id got a hi torque version of the Peloquin.  Id like someone who's driven st2 / st2+ Tfsi with and without diff to try mine & let me know their thoughts...

Im hoping I can gather enough interest on SCN to have my splitter made in Carbon through Alex @ AKS.

Going to have Alex fit the ground control top mounts & tweak my arches & bumper further to make sure I have plenty of room for track rubber.  

All the above to be done when I leave the car with AKS in May  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: RedRobin on April 07, 2012, 08:53:45 pm
.
On the subject of the diff, although I don't doubt you might feel the differences between the various types, those differences will be subtle. What you feel strongest of all is the fact that you have a diff. A mechanical diff, compared with a VAG oem 'electronic' diff, feels as if Arnie Schwarzeneggar is pulling you round the corner - It's smooth and relentless and in one smooth action of great strength.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: MAT ED30 on April 07, 2012, 08:57:17 pm
What's up with it Mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: JoeDarKa on April 07, 2012, 09:12:35 pm
I like the LEDs in the rear view mirror, good work!  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 07, 2012, 09:14:13 pm
What's up with it Mike?

Not saying anything is wrong with it mate, just need to get the chance for a propper drive.  No experience or ^^ Arnies Tug at all
There is a hi torque version of the diff & im wondering if its the one I want?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 07, 2012, 09:15:16 pm
I like the LEDs in the rear view mirror, good work!  :notworthy:

Thanks Joe
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: damoegan on April 07, 2012, 09:17:36 pm
Well when you order the hi torque version I'll take your current one off you mate  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: MAT ED30 on April 07, 2012, 09:21:22 pm
Are you not getting the tug when coming off round abouts with traction control off  ?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: luckyGti on April 07, 2012, 09:24:50 pm
In Lehman terms what is the difference between the hi torque version and your current diff?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Hedge on April 07, 2012, 09:30:17 pm
Are you not getting the tug when coming off round abouts with traction control off  ?

I think he does when Sy is in the car.  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: MAT ED30 on April 07, 2012, 09:30:52 pm
 :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 07, 2012, 09:34:17 pm

Not noticeably Matt.  As I say I do need an opportunity to explore it safely though

Should I mention im on Falkens  :ashamed:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: MAT ED30 on April 07, 2012, 09:36:15 pm
You should still be able to tell mate. Where abouts are you these days?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 07, 2012, 09:37:26 pm
You should still be able to tell mate. Where abouts are you these days?

Nottingham bud
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: MAT ED30 on April 07, 2012, 09:40:01 pm
Might be able to have a look if you want over the next week or so
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 07, 2012, 09:44:26 pm
Might be able to have a look if you want over the next week or so

 :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Hedge on April 07, 2012, 09:46:02 pm
In Lehman terms what is the difference between the hi torque version and you current diff?

I quite liked your cryptic reference to the German VAG engine builder.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Bignod00 on April 08, 2012, 07:59:39 am

Not noticeably Matt.  As I say I do need an opportunity to explore it safely though.
Same boat as I'm in dude, the wife hates it when I'm 'learning' the diff tho!;)

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Title: Re: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 08, 2012, 08:04:53 am

Not noticeably Matt.  As I say I do need an opportunity to explore it safely though.
Same boat as I'm in dude, the wife hates it when I'm 'learning' the diff tho!;)

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Did you find much of a difference dude?  I wont be able to make Crail, sorry.  Finances  :fighting:
Title: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Bignod00 on April 08, 2012, 12:54:19 pm

Not noticeably Matt.  As I say I do need an opportunity to explore it safely though.
Same boat as I'm in dude, the wife hates it when I'm 'learning' the diff tho!;)

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Did you find much of a difference dude?  I wont be able to make Crail, sorry.  Finances  :fighting:
No dramas about Crail mate, its pretty far to go too!:(
I only find that the diff is noticeable if I drive much too aggressively for the public roads! It's almost counterintuitive to actually get it working properly but when it does kick in it really rips you around the corners!;)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: bushypad on April 08, 2012, 03:12:53 pm
Mean looking car :) what sort of power is it putting out? Bhp 0-60 time?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 08, 2012, 10:07:25 pm

Worth noting Im really happy with the 996TT front / S3 rear setup even with oem porsche (used) / oem S3 Pads  :smiley:

Pleasantly reminded / suprised by their performance when I drive the car  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: mines a leon on April 09, 2012, 09:30:21 pm
Serious money pit!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: bushypad on April 10, 2012, 12:23:17 am
Thats some scary power right there.. I know lots of people love modding their cars but are there any downsides besides it making your insurance more expensive.. Im rather new to this scene and bought my gti mk5 already modded to 280-290bhp and was just curious as i was thinkong about taking it up above 300+bhp

Heres mine http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,45697.0.html

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: mines a leon on April 10, 2012, 05:40:07 pm
You gunna BT this?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: w8scc on April 10, 2012, 06:42:27 pm
Really nice leon mate.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: jaba101 on April 11, 2012, 07:39:08 am
Nice motor mate and when you mod you certanly mod lol

Any reason that you took the WALK kit off only reason i ask is was thinking of doing this?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 11, 2012, 09:07:27 am

I had a prematurely worn bush so deceided to give the superpro kit a try.  The WALK made a noticeable difference when fitted
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Red Robin meet**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 11, 2012, 09:35:49 am
Met with Robin for a chin wag yesterday....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FP1040871.jpg&hash=f05cf8b5c316c614315c9dae1a0dd8f918ddb20b)

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Great to meet you Robin!  
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: RedRobin on April 11, 2012, 09:45:46 am

Met with Robin for a chin wag yesterday....

Great to meet you Robin! 


....The feeling is mutual!  :P

Mike and I have 'known' each other on the forum virtually for a long time - I have even sold him something - so it was good to meet at last.

I must say your exhaust sounds very sporty. I also like your car a lot - In the cockpit and outside it looks far more sporty and sleek than any of the Skoda's and makes my Golf look a bit dumpy!

:happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 11, 2012, 10:04:42 am

How was it to be reunited with your J Cap  :wink:

I trust you had a decent drive home?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 11, 2012, 10:19:16 am

Met with Robin for a chin wag yesterday....

Great to meet you Robin! 


....The feeling is mutual!  :P

Mike and I have 'known' each other on the forum virtually for a long time - I have even sold him something - so it was good to meet at last.

I must say your exhaust sounds very sporty. I also like your car a lot - In the cockpit and outside it looks far more sporty and sleek than any of the Skoda's and makes my Golf look a bit dumpy!

:happy2:

Brave posting that before meeting Carl & Ian next week  :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: RedRobin on April 11, 2012, 10:30:48 am

How was it to be reunited with your J Cap  :wink:

I trust you had a decent drive home?


....That was funny - I knew I had sold you something many moons ago but couldn't remember what. It still looks good - Even on a Seat! Would look better on a Skoda though  :evilgrin:

Yep, meeting Carl and Ian plus a few others tomorrow evening for a nosh  :party:

My journey back was more spirited as I knew my tank was full of V-Power again. Some heavy but short rain showers on the A34 section but nothing to worry about. I'll confirm tomorrow at JKM whether Jim restored my Boost setting (I think he did) - If not then an APR pump seriously pumps the power in at higher speeds! My mpg was about 1 mpg better for that regular journey.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: rich83 on April 11, 2012, 10:34:48 am
Whats a J-Cap?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 11, 2012, 10:36:48 am
Whats a J-Cap?

Its a mod that only Robin & I have that gurantees 15bhp & 12lb/ft   :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: rich83 on April 11, 2012, 10:38:09 am
Whats a J-Cap?

Its a mod that only Robin & I have that gurantees 15bhp & 12lb/ft   :evilgrin:

Better put it on my to-do list then!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 11, 2012, 10:40:03 am

Ive tried to keep it quiet all these years to give me the edge when I find myself on the track...

Robin was suprised at the spaniards potency when I told him the Cupra has Ko4 as standard  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: RedRobin on April 11, 2012, 10:47:05 am

Whats a J-Cap?


....A Japanese version of a Dutch Cap?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: cal tdi on April 11, 2012, 06:29:20 pm

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FP1040871.jpg&hash=f05cf8b5c316c614315c9dae1a0dd8f918ddb20b)
 

porka calipers look amaazing!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 11, 2012, 08:59:24 pm

They stop well too  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Andy on April 11, 2012, 09:01:30 pm
cars looking good fellas
The back valance on your car Mike should be Covered in real carbon :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Richn83 on April 11, 2012, 09:31:29 pm
Car is looking good mike and nice to see a pair of red vags suitably lowered and tweaked, with the two together you might almost think that's the standard suspension height, have to say the brakes are looking the business mike.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 11, 2012, 09:47:52 pm

Thanks chaps  :smiley:

Had a blast this afternoon around the twisty B roads of Derbyshire with a good mate & his MkII Golf (310hp  :driver:) few pics to follow
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 11, 2012, 10:30:03 pm

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 11, 2012, 10:30:49 pm
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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: RedRobin on April 11, 2012, 11:16:45 pm
^^^^
Very smart looking Mk2  :notworthy:

310 bhp in a lighter weight car too!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 11, 2012, 11:19:54 pm
^^^^
Very smart looking Mk2  :notworthy:

310 bhp in a lighter weight car too!

Frighteningly quick with astonishing grip and 'planted' feel.  I bloody love it!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: monte on April 11, 2012, 11:46:51 pm
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I spent most of my teens dreaming about owning a 16v MK2 like my Brother-in-laws  :drool:

It was the fastest thing I had ever seen/been in  :driver:

Gotta love the Mk2  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 11, 2012, 11:49:06 pm

This ones a 1.8 20vTurbo Carlo.... Yeeeeeeeee Haaaaa  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Janner_Sy on April 12, 2012, 12:06:39 am
Ive been driving a diesel and manual van today to plymouth and back.  Just got back in and im hanging out.   :sick:  Would have rather been up derby with you guys lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: RossL on April 12, 2012, 12:10:13 am
Very nice Cupra  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 12, 2012, 12:10:38 am
Ive been driving a diesel and manual van today to plymouth and back.  Just got back in and im hanging out.   :sick:  Would have rather been up derby with you guys lol

You missed out on a great drive.  If it makes you feel better I spent allllll morning and lunch an early evening gridlocked in Nottingham on the way to Citylink as the retards couldnt figure out where our house was and didnt deliver my R888s
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Janner_Sy on April 12, 2012, 12:16:03 am
citylink delivered my tyres all of 400m from your house with no issue  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 12, 2012, 12:18:07 am
citylink delivered my tyres all of 400m from your house with no issue  :grin:

They blamed it on agency drivers.  No card through door, rang gate no attempted delivery there.  Checked online: "We tried to deliver & failed"  I was home all fecking morning  :fighting:

Got em now though Bring on the road noise  grip
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: rich83 on April 12, 2012, 12:23:08 am
That road noise will bug you if you plan to run them as a road tyre.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 12, 2012, 12:25:26 am
That road noise will bug you if you plan to run them as a road tyre.  :signLOL:

Ran them before daily sounded like I had landrover tyres on lol  :scared:  Dont use the car that much nowdays though
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Janner_Sy on April 12, 2012, 12:27:25 am
Im getting my federals fitted tomorrow at the place i said about.  YOu coming down or waiting out?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 12, 2012, 12:28:34 am
Im getting my federals fitted tomorrow at the place i said about.  YOu coming down or waiting out?

If he'll do it for £30 for a double booking  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Janner_Sy on April 12, 2012, 12:30:48 am
if you dont ask you dont get.  I have to take this van back to the hire company in the morning at 0930.  Was plannig on getting them fitted on my way back from nottingham.  Can text when im on my way if you want
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 12, 2012, 12:33:04 am
if you dont ask you dont get.  I have to take this van back to the hire company in the morning at 0930.  Was plannig on getting them fitted on my way back from nottingham.  Can text when im on my way if you want

No probs  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 12, 2012, 10:13:45 pm

R1R's put on the rear, R888s put on the front today  :evilgrin:

Fitting the DD42 shifter bushes tomorrow.

Leaving the car with AKS when I deploy to Afghan for Ground control top mounts.  Im want to know if Ill get rid of the occasional scrub/scrape by returning to Cupra lower arms (reducing the track again) and getting the camber with the top mounts.

Oil change, decent pads and she's ready for the track.  Had a greata drive around the Derbyshire B roads yesterday afternoon  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Gti_Mad on April 12, 2012, 10:16:38 pm
how do you rate the R1R's mike ??
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 12, 2012, 10:19:44 pm

Slightly harder wearing than 888 and better designed for dealing with the wet.  They are on the back and I only drove the car from hiQ back home (in traffic  :sad1:)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Gti_Mad on April 12, 2012, 10:27:09 pm
oh thats a bummer dude i did want 4 888's but heard they dont last 5mins  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 12, 2012, 10:28:07 pm

Wear rate 100  :scared: :scared:  Super soft
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: nickb on April 13, 2012, 08:29:21 pm
longer journey to pick up 2 x r888s
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: MAT ED30 on April 13, 2012, 08:36:30 pm
So how's the diff then?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: luckyGti on April 13, 2012, 08:44:50 pm
...and the 888's?  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2012, 11:12:04 pm
longer journey to pick up 2 x r888s

Thats the 2nd worst time ive spent in traffic that I can remember  :sick:  F*cking citylink
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2012, 11:20:49 pm
...and the 888's?  :popcornsoda:

Have only driven back from citylink depot (in horrendous traffic)

So how's the diff then?

Undicided, dont feel as much 'tugg' as people talk about but will give it a good drive when I get chance & is safe to do so.   :driver:  Perhaps having Falkens on before was too much for the diff to compensate for
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: nickb on April 13, 2012, 11:37:49 pm
longer journey to pick up 2 x r888s

Thats the 2nd worst time ive spent in traffic that I can remember  :sick:  F*cking citylink

first being a hot summers day n the m25? ha
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 14, 2012, 12:02:42 am
That was disgusting. 18piece family bucket large sides extra popcorn 2l ice cream 2l coke... lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: nickb on April 14, 2012, 12:05:01 am
good times haha.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: DanGB on April 14, 2012, 03:20:30 pm
How bad is the noise of the 888's on the front?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 14, 2012, 03:50:59 pm
not nearly as bad as i remember but the last set i had were part worn and scrubbed a bit
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: DanGB on April 14, 2012, 05:06:52 pm
f*ck it.. I don't care  :grin:

Did the tyre fitters have any trouble getting them on due to the stiff sidewalls?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 14, 2012, 05:53:16 pm
Tried charging an extra 5er per corner for that reason. so i drove to hi q where the young manager is into vag tuning and has had an ibiza cupra r featured. charged me the normal 10per corner
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: nickb on April 14, 2012, 08:29:39 pm
you given it some beans yet?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 14, 2012, 10:12:51 pm
you given it some beans yet?

I've been driving spiritedly on stock map & am really enjoying building confidence on the bends  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: RedRobin on April 15, 2012, 01:24:36 pm

I've been driving spiritedly on stock map & am really enjoying building confidence on the bends  :driver:


....That's the way!  :happy2:

Get to know it gradually, build it up slowly (just like a new woman in your life) - It's much more rewarding.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Carlo visit pics**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 15, 2012, 05:55:40 pm
Met up with 'Monte' Carlo today.  What a smashing bloke, great to  meet you after all the conversations, PMs & banter Carlo  :happy2:

Felt a bit like reverse hospitality with you fetching Winston treats & cookies  :ashamed:  :party:  Shame you couldn't take 4 of my favourite German lagers as a thank you  :drinking:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FCarlo_ed30%2FP1040911.jpg&hash=82851ec634385b59a5b6e3e88cd5bb77b392a493)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FCarlo_ed30%2FP1040910.jpg&hash=5459eab9a0dc70d42f7e2c1a2ab573e5e9f79ae6)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FCarlo_ed30%2FP1040909.jpg&hash=bead6ee2e9de927b8ba0591d623570da24f68099)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FCarlo_ed30%2FP1040906.jpg&hash=d07b07aa3b0ab033e700b5bb05858388f3dbf52e)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FCarlo_ed30%2FP1040904.jpg&hash=27b76601b82275466894af215bdb6cdc0250d0ff)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FCarlo_ed30%2FP1040903.jpg&hash=01bb1de1d77a23693ab3846f140670fcb845ce4b)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FCarlo_ed30%2FP1040902.jpg&hash=e77502bc5c88fbb777b34df519101506f31ef236)

Car looked stunning too  :notworthy: :drool: :drool:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Thor on April 15, 2012, 06:06:31 pm
Stunning Pics Mike, two great examples of the VAG platform.  :drool:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: gazbutS3 on April 15, 2012, 06:32:31 pm
great pics Mike, I'll second your thoughts on Carlo, top bloke  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 15, 2012, 06:36:04 pm
Stunning Pics Mike, two great examples of the VAG platform.  :drool:

Thanks mate, there are a couple of niggles that I know about that get me down.  Sorted allin good time


great pics Mike, I'll second your thoughts on Carlo, top bloke  :drinking:

Smashing bloke, plan to meet near or in Lincoln for pub grub if theres anyhing left of summer when I get back from Afghanistan, should make it a Notts/Yorks/Lincs meet

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: luckyGti on April 15, 2012, 06:42:31 pm
The cupra looks like a touring car in the first picture, great shot  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 15, 2012, 06:45:25 pm
The cupra looks like a touring car in the first picture, great shot  :party:



 :ashamed: Cheers Conan  :drinking:

For quick snaps Im quite pleased most the pics, I like the fog lamp shot showing the posh rubber  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Bignod00 on April 15, 2012, 06:47:08 pm
Smashing bloke, plan to meet near or in Lincoln for pub grub if theres anyhing left of summer when I get back from Afghanistan, should make it a Notts/Yorks/Lincs meet

Mate, I'm in Lincoln! I could always gatecrash and bring another SEAT along!?;)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: luckyGti on April 15, 2012, 06:52:36 pm
The cupra looks like a touring car in the first picture, great shot  :party:



 :ashamed: Cheers Conan  :drinking:

For quick snaps Im quite pleased most the pics, I like the fog lamp shot showing the posh rubber  :evilgrin:

I did notice the posh rubber peaking out in one of the pictures  :wink:
Title: Re: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 15, 2012, 06:54:43 pm
Smashing bloke, plan to meet near or in Lincoln for pub grub if theres anyhing left of summer when I get back from Afghanistan, should make it a Notts/Yorks/Lincs meet

Mate, I'm in Lincoln! I could always gatecrash and bring another SEAT along!?;)

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 :happy2: :star: :star:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: vRSAlex on April 15, 2012, 08:23:10 pm
I hope you robbed the oz's for me  :love:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 15, 2012, 08:24:09 pm
I hope you robbed the oz's for me  :love:

Get in line  :mad:

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: cupra_buzz on April 15, 2012, 08:53:11 pm
Looking good almost as good as mine haha. I know you always talking about this site so I made an account to check it out. :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: monte on April 15, 2012, 08:54:45 pm
Cheers Mike :drinking:

Great to see you today and your amazing family  :notworthy:

Sorry it was a bit of a flying visit. Hope to see you over in Lincoln soon bud.
(if u ever need a dog sitter, let me know  :love:)


...love them car pics too!!!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: monte on April 15, 2012, 08:56:43 pm
.....anyone that hasn't seen Mikes Cupra won't known just how mean it is  :evilgrin:

Awesome in the flesh  :drool:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 15, 2012, 08:56:43 pm
Looking good almost as good as mine haha. I know you always talking about this site so I made an account to check it out. :happy2:

welcome along.  Make back to Paderborn okay bud?


Cheers Mike :drinking:

Great to see you today and your amazing family  :notworthy:

Sorry it was a bit of a flying visit. Hope to see you over in Lincoln soon bud.
(if u ever need a dog sitter, let me know  :love:)


...love them car pics too!!!

Great to meet you Carlo  :happy2:

No bother you make it before closing time? 

Will swap Winston for the OZs  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: cupra_buzz on April 15, 2012, 09:33:06 pm
Yeah mate, takes a while to sort yourself out back in the box of a room. Gonna get my build thread up here and was thinking should I buy everything and save up go straight for stage 2
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 15, 2012, 09:36:32 pm

In my honest opinion find your feet with the car, find your & the cars limits & make your mind up what you think needs improving.  Ive been driving mine round on stock map recently and really enjoying it.

If you need any advice on mods theres plenty of info at the end of the search button on here or drop us a line  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: monte on April 15, 2012, 09:37:42 pm
Looking good almost as good as mine haha. I know you always talking about this site so I made an account to check it out. :happy2:

welcome along.  Make back to Paderborn okay bud?


Cheers Mike :drinking:

Great to see you today and your amazing family  :notworthy:

Sorry it was a bit of a flying visit. Hope to see you over in Lincoln soon bud.
(if u ever need a dog sitter, let me know  :love:)


...love them car pics too!!!

Great to meet you Carlo  :happy2:

No bother you make it before closing time? 

Will swap Winston for the OZs  :innocent:



Yes mate,

I should have stayed at yours a bit longer. Then I would have had to rush straight in and out of that Swedish place without spending £150. Mainly on crap. :confused:


…..only went in for some bedding, cos nowt else will fit my Frungendunkspunken Kingsize BED!!!!!!!!  :jumping:

 :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 15, 2012, 09:42:34 pm
Looking good almost as good as mine haha. I know you always talking about this site so I made an account to check it out. :happy2:

welcome along.  Make back to Paderborn okay bud?


Cheers Mike :drinking:

Great to see you today and your amazing family  :notworthy:

Sorry it was a bit of a flying visit. Hope to see you over in Lincoln soon bud.
(if u ever need a dog sitter, let me know  :love:)


...love them car pics too!!!

Great to meet you Carlo  :happy2:

No bother you make it before closing time?  

Will swap Winston for the OZs  :innocent:



Yes mate,

I should have stayed at yours a bit longer. Then I would have had to rush straight in and out of that Swedish place without spending £150. Mainly on crap. :confused:


…..only went in for some bedding, cos nowt else will fit my Frungendunkspunken Kingsize BED!!!!!!!!  :jumping:

 :grin:

 :grin: :grin: Ah well.

At least I know its not just going with the missus that results in unplanned £££ lol, we were gits for it in Germany but at least we got VAT off there  :sad1:

Wouldn't have minded a ride in the eddy, see what the ride's like on 18s 19s, likewise in getting your opinion on the drive of the Cupra


*edit typo
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: cupra_buzz on April 15, 2012, 09:57:55 pm
Well to be honest I am worried the clutch won't hold out for long anyway. and gonna buy a few things before a map goes on
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 15, 2012, 10:10:07 pm
Well to be honest I am worried the clutch won't hold out for long anyway. and gonna buy a few things before a map goes on

@ 30k miles unless you pull in 5th & 6th or ride the clutch it should have plenty of life in even for a stage 1 map mate.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Grant_k1 on April 18, 2012, 11:31:21 am
Well its only taken me 3 days to read this thread from start to finish and all I can say is hats off to you mate you have a beautiful car  :congrats: I just hope one day I can achieve with my k1 what you've done with your cupra!

Hats off to you sir and keep up the good work!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 18, 2012, 03:45:21 pm
Thanks very much grant. its taken 4 years to get this far. few more bits on uid shopping list before i call it a day
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 18, 2012, 06:40:44 pm

Upper & lower Subframe spacers ordered with bolts.  Also New rear valance (all will become clear at a later date)

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: vRSAlex on April 18, 2012, 06:56:55 pm

Upper & lower Subframe spacers ordered with bolts.  Also New rear valance (all will become clear at a later date)



Im not sure a clear valance will look any good mike and it wasnt on the poll :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 18, 2012, 07:05:45 pm

Chortle chortle  :P

Leaning towards gloss black.  Going to make the effort to get a carbon bonnet this year (and possibly tailgate  :jumping: :jumpmove:)

Am I best ordering new wings & then allow you to modify & possibly space an extra few mil along with the bumper arches to match?

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: cupra_buzz on April 18, 2012, 07:30:38 pm
Can we just swap :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: rich83 on April 19, 2012, 01:20:50 pm
I think if you got a CF bonnet and boot it would feel like a complete waste of money Mike. (just IMO of course). The return just wouldn't be worth the outlay, id save the 1000 quid for V-power/trackdays/R888s.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 20, 2012, 10:44:44 pm

Was dry all afternoon.  Decided to go out and try and get a feel / make a decision on the diff.  It starts raining... :fighting:

If I put my foot down on the bend it seems to go wide before pulling back in.  Enough for me not to want to go quickly if someone was by my side / on the outside.

Perhaps its the cool temps & the 888s or the damp roads/888s?
Title: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Bignod00 on April 20, 2012, 11:05:16 pm
It is strange isn't it mate, can't make my mind up if I like it or nit yet. I think it'll come into its own on a track tho!:D

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Title: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 20, 2012, 11:09:54 pm
It is strange isn't it mate, can't make my mind up if I like it or nit yet. I think it'll come into its own on a track tho!:D

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Do you find it pulls you into / round the corner or do you too slide out / understeer first?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: MAT ED30 on April 20, 2012, 11:31:48 pm
You should bring your car up to me and I will tell if it's working  :driver: your diff sounds odd to me
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 20, 2012, 11:33:47 pm
You should bring your car up to me and I will tell if it's working  :driver: your diff sounds odd to me

Thought you was gonna call by Tuesday mate
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: MAT ED30 on April 20, 2012, 11:35:49 pm
I was mate but ended up having a tdi for a a few days so only picked my car up first thing this morning and had to get back for 3.30 for my son
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 20, 2012, 11:36:43 pm

No bother  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: MAT ED30 on April 20, 2012, 11:41:31 pm
Nip up to see John(hurdy) sure he will tell if something is not as it should be mate think he is only 20 min ish from you
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 20, 2012, 11:43:08 pm
Nip up to see John(hurdy) sure he will tell if something is not as it should be mate think he is only 20 min ish from you

John's just up the road from me when Im at families & weekend but I live in Nottingham now mate
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 20, 2012, 11:54:49 pm
May well be (More than likely my driving style that's at fault) what would be a reason for it not to work? Mechanically.
Title: Re: Re: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Bignod00 on April 21, 2012, 07:04:31 am
It is strange isn't it mate, can't make my mind up if I like it or nit yet. I think it'll come into its own on a track tho!:D

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Do you find it pulls you into / round the corner or do you too slide out / understeer first?
As long as I'm setup correctly for the corner it pulls me quite violently round with sod all understeer. If however, your not setup correctly (ie too fast/low revs) and then just try to carry a lot of speed through the corner you will understeer as accelerating will do nothing due to the low revs. Slow and controlled into the corner pays dividends as you can get onto the power much earlier with the diff (once you trust it) and get dragged round the corner producing a much higher cornering/exit speed!:D

They take a lot of getting used to mate, I'm far from confident in mine yet!:(
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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: RedRobin on April 21, 2012, 08:25:39 am
.
Slow In... Fast Out, is the most efficient way to get through corners.

I find nothing "violent" with my Quaife - Just a strong feeling of being pulled out of the corner when on the power earlier. All as bignod says.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: MAT ED30 on April 21, 2012, 08:52:23 am
As bignod says but we all have quaife diffs
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: RedRobin on April 21, 2012, 08:58:31 am

As bignod says but we all have quaife diffs


....I've forgotten and don't feel like going back through so many pages: Does Mike have a different diff brand?
Title: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Bignod00 on April 21, 2012, 09:03:26 am
Yeah, I'm pretty sure he's got a different Diff, can't remember which off the top of my head though. Maybe my description of 'Violent' was a bit over the top, was still a little sleepy this morning when I wrote it!;)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 21, 2012, 09:13:36 am

Peloquin chaps, yes.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Janner_Sy on April 21, 2012, 09:49:35 am
You need me to test your car :innocent:
Title: Re: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Bignod00 on April 21, 2012, 10:30:20 am
You need me to test your car :innocent:
:D

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **New Mini mod P63**
Post by: the bruce on April 21, 2012, 08:19:58 pm
Slow In... Fast Out, is the most efficient way to get through corners.

Read this, Robin, and you surely will change your opinion:  :wink:

http://www.autocourse.com/products/driving-on-the-edge/

Best book I know about driving really fast.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: RedRobin on April 21, 2012, 08:35:22 pm

Slow In... Fast Out, is the most efficient way to get through corners.


Read this, Robin, and you surely will change your opinion:  :wink:

http://www.autocourse.com/products/driving-on-the-edge/

Best book I know about driving really fast.  :happy2:


....So I don't have to spend £24.99 just to find out the point being discussed, can you concisely tell me what the book says about cornering?  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: the bruce on April 21, 2012, 09:19:47 pm
Pardon me, I cannot repeat hundreds or at least dozens of pages.
Believe me, this book IS worth reading it (for guys like you and me).

In (extremely) short:
fast in, fast through, fast out. You don't have to be slow anywhere.  :driver:

No doubt this man knows how to drive really fast. And he is one of the
very few racing professionals telling about details.

If you still believe the old "slow in, fast out" story and want to learn
more you sadly have to spend these 25 Pounds. It's peanuts compared
to the mods you've done to your car.

 :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: RedRobin on April 21, 2012, 11:12:38 pm

Pardon me, I cannot repeat hundreds or at least dozens of pages.
Believe me, this book IS worth reading it (for guys like you and me).

In (extremely) short:
fast in, fast through, fast out. You don't have to be slow anywhere.  :driver:

No doubt this man knows how to drive really fast. And he is one of the
very pure racing professionals telling about details.

If you still believe the old "slow in, fast out" story and want to learn
more you sadly have to spend these 25 Pounds. It's peanuts compared
to the mods you've done to your car.

 :drinking:

....But I wasn't asking you to repeat dozens of pages.

I don't think that race car driving techniques are a good idea on roads with such a range of other drivers.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: rich83 on April 22, 2012, 12:48:09 am
Slow in, fast out. That means you can drive quickly and still be safe on public roads.

Too much speed into a corner on a public road is a recipe for disaster.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: the bruce on April 22, 2012, 01:14:03 am
Honestly spoken you don't need anything of these advices on public roads.

I thought we talk about track driving.  :wink:


ps: I still strongly recommend reading this book - it also had really good reviews
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Hurdy on April 22, 2012, 01:14:09 am
May I chip in here guys?

It doesn't matter what bend you take or how fast/slow you go into it, through it or out of it, if you have a diff fitted you should easily be able to tell the difference!

The pull you feel with a LSD is unmistakable when compared to a car without one.

Mike, go and "test drive" a stock Leon Cupra and then jump back into yours (yes I know you have other suspension mods too) you should notice within a few sharpish bends or roundabouts. :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 22, 2012, 09:55:34 am
May I chip in here guys?

It doesn't matter what bend you take or how fast/slow you go into it, through it or out of it, if you have a diff fitted you should easily be able to tell the difference!

The pull you feel with a LSD is unmistakable when compared to a car without one.

Mike, go and "test drive" a stock Leon Cupra and then jump back into yours (yes I know you have other suspension mods too) you should notice within a few sharpish bends or roundabouts. :happy2:

 :happy2: :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 23, 2012, 10:24:07 pm

I dont start work 'till 10am on Monday and I really appreciate it.  But the doorbell rang at 7.....

Was the post man with this;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2FP1040914.jpg&hash=d5b20efba068deb8aaec4c24cdd7cf057bc08138)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2FP1040915.jpg&hash=04654100084326906f1ade6a3c9568799abc732b)

 :innocent:


Stay tuned...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: rich83 on April 23, 2012, 10:25:29 pm
Do you want it wrapping?  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 23, 2012, 10:28:30 pm

How does cleaning, polishing, waxing wrap compare to paint?  Planned on painting it.  What do you think?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: rich83 on April 23, 2012, 10:31:55 pm

How does cleaning, polishing, waxing wrap compare to paint?  Planned on painting it.  What do you think?

Best to ask one of the detailing experts but it should be ok.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 23, 2012, 10:33:34 pm

Waits for Keanos incoming reply  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: keano on April 23, 2012, 10:47:12 pm

Waits for Keanos incoming reply  :popcornsoda:

I actually typed out a message but didn't feel experienced enough to comment on wrap.  :grin:

Id personally have it painted. It'd be a much nicer finish (than previous gloss wraps I've seen before)  :happy2:

Ps. Mike i've still got wednesday booked for some harry tints. Time for a definitive yey or ney my boy!  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: 56OctyVRS on April 23, 2012, 11:00:19 pm
Pardon me, I cannot repeat hundreds or at least dozens of pages.
Believe me, this book IS worth reading it (for guys like you and me).

In (extremely) short:
fast in, fast through, fast out. You don't have to be slow anywhere.  :driver:

No doubt this man knows how to drive really fast. And he is one of the
very few racing professionals telling about details.

If you still believe the old "slow in, fast out" story and want to learn
more you sadly have to spend these 25 Pounds. It's peanuts compared
to the mods you've done to your car.

 :drinking:

I agree for track driving but not too fast else you meet the gravel trap. For road driving slow in and fast out isnt the best method, as all corners are different and the speed will be best judged by using view point analysis. Either way Mikes car would be a monster on the track and plenty of fun on the road. Though my 115 bhp work focus can beat Mikes leon on the road lol :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 23, 2012, 11:02:03 pm

Waits for Keanos incoming reply  :popcornsoda:

I actually typed out a message but didn't feel experienced enough to comment on wrap.  :grin:

Id personally have it painted. It'd be a much nicer finish (than previous gloss wraps I've seen before)  :happy2:

Ps. Mike i've still got wednesday booked for some harry tints. Time for a definitive yey or ney my boy!  :drinking:

YhPM  :drinking: :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Keith@APR on April 24, 2012, 05:43:46 pm
Pardon me, I cannot repeat hundreds or at least dozens of pages.
Believe me, this book IS worth reading it (for guys like you and me).

In (extremely) short:
fast in, fast through, fast out. You don't have to be slow anywhere.  :driver:

No doubt this man knows how to drive really fast. And he is one of the
very few racing professionals telling about details.

If you still believe the old "slow in, fast out" story and want to learn
more you sadly have to spend these 25 Pounds. It's peanuts compared
to the mods you've done to your car.

 :drinking:

Braking to the apex?  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 24, 2012, 05:46:03 pm

Ah, Keith!

If I dceide on Ko4 Hybrid, WMI, or Both  :innocent: later in the year.  Can my mapping be calibrated to get the most from that setup?   :drinking: :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Janner_Sy on April 24, 2012, 06:02:52 pm
K04 hybrid  :party: :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Keith@APR on April 24, 2012, 06:43:47 pm

Ah, Keith!

If I dceide on Ko4 Hybrid, WMI, or Both  :innocent: later in the year.  Can my mapping be calibrated to get the most from that setup?   :drinking: :drinking:

For sure.  With a Ko4 hybrid we are looking at quite a bit of work though so I'm not sure how to price it.

If you want just WMI, that's simple, takes half a day and I wouldn't charge you for it.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 24, 2012, 06:45:13 pm
Thanks for the reply Keith   :drinking::happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Janner_Sy on April 24, 2012, 06:54:57 pm
How much for a hybrid turbo mike, ould you go for a loba or a custom one using your own turbo?  What about a GT28 instead.  You have everything else already in place.  Plus you wont have the engine issues of STeve and DanGB as you have the K04 engine in so stronger rods and lower compression.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 24, 2012, 07:14:39 pm
How much for a hybrid turbo Mike, ould you go for a loba or a custom one using your own turbo?  What about a GT28 instead.  You have everything else already in place.  Plus you wont have the engine issues of Steve and DanGB as you have the K04 engine in so stronger rods and lower compression.

Not sure mate.  Id probably go for the most cost effective given my sickening Uk wage  :sick:  

*Getting royally dicked about with OP Iodine too.  5 days before our first flights it might be pushed back to Aug or binned all together.  :fighting: :fighting:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: cupra_buzz on April 25, 2012, 07:53:20 pm
what date does tour start?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: james on April 25, 2012, 08:17:48 pm
i would not waste your time with hybrid turbo,  you only get an extra 20bhp.   I am running a k04 and wmi and getting 400bhp and that is  :driver:

Can take you for a spin  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 25, 2012, 08:25:25 pm
i would not waste your time with hybrid turbo,  you only get an extra 20bhp.   I am running a k04 and wmi and getting 400bhp and that is  :driver:

Can take you for a spin  :happy2:

Where are you based, James?  Are you running quite high concentration of meth?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: james on April 25, 2012, 08:29:34 pm
im running 60/40 now seems a perfect mix.  i am in kent but i got up and down the m1 alot.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 25, 2012, 08:32:13 pm
im running 60/40 now seems a perfect mix.  i am in kent but i got up and down the m1 alot.

Dont think id be comfortable running more than 30% meth 70Water:30Meth
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: james on April 25, 2012, 08:39:53 pm
OK mate, well I think 50/50 is safe also.  Your only injecting over 11psi so it is not going in all the time.

I still have abit of ally In pure meth to see how long it takes to deteriorate and it is still perfect after a month , not sure how long it takes.
Also I am changing my oil every 3k, as the meth gets into it.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Hurdy on April 25, 2012, 10:57:19 pm
I'd try WMI first before hybrid K04. The benefits are bigger and it is cheaper to fit. 50/50 is known to give decent results, but for the odd 1/4 mile meet there is nothing wrong with upping that to 70/30. You can even add 16% to a tank of fuel to up the octane from 98 to 110. I wouldn't recommend it on a permanent basis although the power benefits for track days and the drag strip are undeniably positive with the right mapping to match it.

Steve Jr has been running a hybrid with WMI for a while now and it makes over 430 bhp and 440lbft on a 50/50 mix with a GIAC extreme map. Runs really smoothly too. :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Obese on April 25, 2012, 11:22:56 pm
sorry to jump on your thread, but WMI is something that im extreemly interested in, my biggest concern is the meth killing the throttle body, where are people running their injectors?

As far as i can make out its a good mod on the tfsi but struggle to find any real info
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: rich83 on April 25, 2012, 11:46:36 pm
.... how much power do you need?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Janner_Sy on April 25, 2012, 11:48:35 pm
i would not waste your time with hybrid turbo,  you only get an extra 20bhp.   I am running a k04 and wmi and getting 400bhp and that is  :driver:

Can take you for a spin  :happy2:

The hybrids all run at around 400hp as well.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: james on April 25, 2012, 11:54:16 pm
sorry to jump on your thread, but WMI is something that im extreemly interested in, my biggest concern is the meth killing the throttle body, where are people running their injectors?

As far as i can make out its a good mod on the tfsi but struggle to find any real info

TB are £50 on ebay so not the end of the world.   You can get a plate that goes befor the TB.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: luckyGti on April 26, 2012, 12:33:16 am
sorry to jump on your thread, but WMI is something that im extreemly interested in, my biggest concern is the meth killing the throttle body, where are people running their injectors?

As far as i can make out its a good mod on the tfsi but struggle to find any real info

Most guys including myself run the Bsh throttle pipe for exactly the reason you highlighted.

http://www.bshspeedshop.com/bshstore/products/BSH-FSI-Integrated-Throttle-Pipe.html
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Dif
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 28, 2012, 07:42:24 pm
Spare rear Valance was dropped off at an old mates bodyshop this morning :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Andy on April 28, 2012, 09:50:36 pm
the  question is what finish are you going for :pomppomp:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: monte on April 28, 2012, 09:56:38 pm
Gloss Black?  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Dif
Post by: yin on April 29, 2012, 07:55:35 pm
Spare rear Valance was dropped off at an old mates bodyshop this morning :)

Mike is it a bumper off job to remove the valance?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Dif
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 29, 2012, 07:59:01 pm
Spare rear Valance was dropped off at an old mates bodyshop this morning :)

Mike is it a bumper off job to remove the valance?

No Jon.  Bumper stayed on.  Ill send you a pic when I get the valance back of where the clips are located  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Dif
Post by: yin on April 29, 2012, 08:08:15 pm
Spare rear Valance was dropped off at an old mates bodyshop this morning :)

Mike is it a bumper off job to remove the valance?

No Jon.  Bumper stayed on.  Ill send you a pic when I get the valance back of where the clips are located  :happy2:

Thanks Mike :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Dif
Post by: cupra_buzz on April 29, 2012, 09:46:32 pm
Spare rear Valance was dropped off at an old mates bodyshop this morning :)

Mike is it a bumper off job to remove the valance?

No Jon.  Bumper stayed on.  Ill send you a pic when I get the valance back of where the clips are located  :happy2:

Check my build thread on either this or maybe on seatcupra.net I just finished doing mine
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: cupra_buzz on April 29, 2012, 09:48:46 pm
seatcupra thread is more up to date :)

http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/showthread.php?p=3883935&posted=1#post3883935
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 02, 2012, 10:25:42 pm

Mini update

Linear pedal goodness should be on the car on Saturday  :party: :driver:

Design draft 42 shifter bushings fitted on Saturday

Subframe bolts & spacers fitted on Saturday.

Should be collecting my new rear valance thats been given gloss black treatment at the weekend

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Andy on May 02, 2012, 10:42:03 pm
its all happening this week end :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 02, 2012, 10:51:13 pm
its all happening this week end :drinking:

 :smiley: :drinking:

Bought some Castrol too using a 25% off ECP code will probably do that Mon or Wed afternoon next week

Valance wont be fitted for a week or two, need a replacement bit that goes behind it.


Next up will be pull a little dent out & paint the sill, wheel refurb and hunt for a large display Cupra instrument cluster
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Andy on May 02, 2012, 10:59:22 pm
would these fit in your
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GENUINE-SEAT-LEON-2010-INSTRUMENT-CLOCKS-1P0-920-954-/180702329899
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 02, 2012, 11:03:59 pm
would these fit in your
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GENUINE-SEAT-LEON-2010-INSTRUMENT-CLOCKS-1P0-920-954-/180702329899

2009/2010 are facelift Leon clocks with nicer white display and white back liting which would match my modded white LED climate lighting perfectly

Ultimately I want the Cupra version of those clocks but Im not sure at all how easy they are to fit & code into the car.

I may have to settle for pre face lift Leon Cupra large display clocks as they will be easier to retro fit, if anyone has any info on retro fitting the newer clocks it would be great.

Im sure its the same as retro fitting MK6 Gti stuff to a Mk5Gti ? I.e. MK6 R flat bottomed steering wheel to Mk5 Gti....
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Andy on May 02, 2012, 11:13:01 pm
while am looking through ebay and i come across them i will drop you a pm--out of interest how much are they from the dealers
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: b9rgo1234 on May 03, 2012, 10:20:26 am
Those clocks are for a TDI i think.
I have been looking at retro fitting the bigged display to my Leon, and a Facefilt steering wheel, but no one seems to have done it before.  :confused:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Getting used to Peloquin Diff**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 03, 2012, 06:46:00 pm
Those clocks are for a TDI i think.
I have been looking at retro fitting the bigged display to my Leon, and a Facefilt steering wheel, but no one seems to have done it before.  :confused:


The large display retro fit has been done and would be the same as fitting highline dash on a Golf.  Id also like a facelift Cupra R wheel or Golf R wheel with Seat airrbag as they are nicer and flat bottomed
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **APR Linear pedal map**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 04, 2012, 09:29:26 pm
Well Keith has finished the Linear pedal version of my StageII+ map.  Had it flashed on this afternoon.
l][k,

I must say, for me its greatly improved my car.  So Ive lost the initial punch of boost that came early on in the pedal.  But to get that is easy by just flooring it  :driver:

Feel like ive got that bit more control over the car and it's a bit less of a handful to drive normally.  Still equally as quick as it was before no doubt about that!  :driver:

I'm really impressed, makes motorway driving much smoother & when Alex had a drive 'testing' the Peloquin* on some bends, twisties & roundabouts he also thinks it massively improves my car.  :happy2:

Big, big thanks to Keith to listening to what I wanted from my car and creating this option on the map.  Its in the testing stage atm but as I understand when it goes into general release will be an option with the map.


Huge thanks to Alex too.  Nipped across to say hello and he offered to fit the Design draft 42 Shifter bushes that Ive had in my glove box for aaaages.

This is the finishing touch to my shifter linkage that gives that quality feel.  Feels more solid, direct & 'sturdy'  A reletavely cheap mod on something you have constant contact with.  Really happy with it.  Cheers Alex!


Just need to drop/change the oil.  Have my new rear valance fitted (Gloss black) and Ill be happy for a while longer  :smiley:

*Alexs verdict on the diff is Im driving like a girl...  :ashamed:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Janner_Sy on May 04, 2012, 11:42:25 pm
Definite improvement in the car with the linear map, you wouldnt shut up about it on the way back  :innocent: :innocent: :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Grant_k1 on May 06, 2012, 12:19:41 am
I've got a flat bottomed FR steering wheel on my K1. It looks nice but is abit of a pain in the arse from time to time!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 06, 2012, 08:08:18 am
I've got a flat bottomed FR steering wheel on my K1. It looks nice but is abit of a pain in the arse from time to time!

Do you have any pics mate?  Do you have MFSW, if so does it still work?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Grant_k1 on May 06, 2012, 03:25:42 pm
I've got a flat bottomed FR steering wheel on my K1. It looks nice but is abit of a pain in the arse from time to time!

Do you have any pics mate?  Do you have MFSW, if so does it still work?

I'll get one for you mate. Can I post pictures yet or do I need a certain ammount of posts first? And sorry to sound a newbie but what's MFSW  :ashamed:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: monte on May 06, 2012, 03:29:19 pm
multi function steering wheel  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Grant_k1 on May 06, 2012, 03:54:56 pm
Thank you! In that case yes it has got loads of buttons but its not wired up atm
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 06, 2012, 08:44:54 pm

After a few Gin & lemonades I ask myself....


"matt black wrap this winter??"  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: cupra_buzz on May 06, 2012, 09:12:00 pm
Well i'll let you know if its any better take me for a spin haha. Glad your happy with your car. I am happy with my new itg intake :) makes a world of difference thanks for fitting it. Theres a monster in the glove box. Now just need to catch up with you on mods haha
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 06, 2012, 09:14:26 pm
Well i'll let you know if its any better take me for a spin haha. Glad your happy with your car. I am happy with my new itg intake :) makes a world of difference thanks for fitting it. Theres a monster in the glove box. Now just need to catch up with you on mods haha

Two words for you Ben...









Engine mounts...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Janner_Sy on May 06, 2012, 09:19:54 pm
Well i'll let you know if its any better take me for a spin haha. Glad your happy with your car. I am happy with my new itg intake :) makes a world of difference thanks for fitting it. Theres a monster in the glove box. Now just need to catch up with you on mods haha

Its meyou need to thank, I'm mikes personal tool supplier  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 06, 2012, 09:23:55 pm
As nifty as they are, the working end should be slightly curved.  Im sure mine was a Jubilee and we used a flexi shaft 1/4 drive, but Id had several intakes previously...


Anyhow, how evil would my car look wrapped in mat black...  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Janner_Sy on May 06, 2012, 09:26:40 pm

As nifty as they are they working end should be slightly curved.  Im sure mine was a Jubilee and we used a flexi shaft 1/4 drive, but Id had several intakes previously...


Anyhow, how evil would my car look wrapped in mat black...  :evilgrin:

We did on yours but you had the dbilias before with a jubilee.  Much easier to usethe spring clips with that tool
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: cupra_buzz on May 06, 2012, 09:33:17 pm
As nifty as they are, the working end should be slightly curved.  Im sure mine was a Jubilee and we used a flexi shaft 1/4 drive, but Id had several intakes previously...


Anyhow, how evil would my car look wrapped in mat black...  :evilgrin:

It will look dangerous but not now everyone knows you with the red cupra :/ you would lose your special touch. Plus I am going matt black roof and mirrors and lip so mine can stand out a little
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Greeners on May 06, 2012, 09:34:51 pm
Heed my words..........

DO NOT WRAP YOUR CAR IN MATTE BLACK!!!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: cupra_buzz on May 06, 2012, 09:35:50 pm
Well i'll let you know if its any better take me for a spin haha. Glad your happy with your car. I am happy with my new itg intake :) makes a world of difference thanks for fitting it. Theres a monster in the glove box. Now just need to catch up with you on mods haha

Its meyou need to thank, I'm mikes personal tool supplier  :grin:

Thanks mate :) that tool came in handy but was fiddly haha
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 06, 2012, 09:41:50 pm
Heed my words..........

DO NOT WRAP YOUR CAR IN MATTE BLACK!!!

Have a bad time with yours Nath?  Remember you even managed to give it a decent detail with the vinyl on?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Greeners on May 06, 2012, 09:55:14 pm
Heed my words..........

DO NOT WRAP YOUR CAR IN MATTE BLACK!!!

Have a bad time with yours Nath?  Remember you even managed to give it a decent detail with the vinyl on?

Mate seriously, unless your prepared to lock her away in a garage it will drive you mad!! It picks up marks and grease as if by magic!! And they are a bitch to remove!!!  :fighting:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 06, 2012, 10:00:48 pm

Thanks for ruining my dream of the moment Nath  :grin:

It would fund a few go faster mods at least, good job red is the fastest colour  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Greeners on May 06, 2012, 10:01:36 pm

Thanks for ruining my dream of the moment Nath  :grin:

It would fund a few go faster mods at least, good job red is the fastest colour  :innocent:

You crack on and spend your cash fella!  :laugh: Don't let me stop you!  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 06, 2012, 10:10:19 pm

Thanks for ruining my dream of the moment Nath  :grin:

It would fund a few go faster mods at least, good job red is the fastest colour  :innocent:

You crack on and spend your cash fella!  :laugh: Don't let me stop you!  :wink:

I think it would look evil on my car but dont have time/money to be polishing out everyones finger prints  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Janner_Sy on May 06, 2012, 10:14:48 pm
Track........day



Nuff said
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: yin on May 06, 2012, 10:15:33 pm
Do it Mike :happy2:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fac330%2Farielpoko%2FDSCF1533.jpg&hash=81daa158a57a58c7845c34b26a0eaef33b0f6084)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fac330%2Farielpoko%2Fwheels5.jpg&hash=135cd1592269670d66f690c1669fadd714e132ca)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Janner_Sy on May 06, 2012, 10:17:17 pm
Until seeing that pic I quite liked the idea of matt black, but that pic looks rubbish imo.  Mikes looks better.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: b9rgo1234 on May 06, 2012, 10:41:05 pm
I might of  found your answer to a flat bottom steering wheel. Looks like you can use your original airbag.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Steering-wheel-SEAT-LEON-toledo-ALTEA-CUPRA-R-LOOK-wheel-/261008754196?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item3cc5558614
 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Hurdy on May 06, 2012, 10:41:47 pm
How wierd is that! Different wheels on each side of the matt black car? :confused:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 06, 2012, 10:45:02 pm
I might of  found your answer to a flat bottom steering wheel. Looks like you can use your original airbag.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Steering-wheel-SEAT-LEON-toledo-ALTEA-CUPRA-R-LOOK-wheel-/261008754196?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item3cc5558614
 :happy2:

Awesome, thank you!

How wierd is that! Different wheels on each side of the matt black car? :confused:

R1Rs on the aftermarket wheels?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: cupra_buzz on May 06, 2012, 11:45:30 pm
I am loving that steering wheel
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 06, 2012, 11:46:36 pm
I am ordering that steering wheel.  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: cupra_buzz on May 07, 2012, 01:36:48 am
What if I buy it first!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: monte on May 07, 2012, 07:05:42 am
What if I buy it first!

You will die the death of 12 diseased camels  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: cupra_buzz on May 07, 2012, 08:58:22 am
Its too bad we can all buy one, if there was only one I'd buy it then not even fit it and taunt him haha  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: RedRobin on May 07, 2012, 09:01:35 am

What if I buy it first!


You will die the death of 12 diseased camels  :grin:


....STD'd camels by any chance?  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Bignod00 on May 07, 2012, 10:49:36 am
I am loving that steering wheel
I am ordering that steering wheel.  :evilgrin:
That wheel is awesome, could be very tempted in one myself to be honest!:D
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 12, 2012, 02:59:40 pm

Picked up my gloss black rear valance this morning  :jumpmove:

Looks great if I do say so myself!  All the texture rubbed down & primed so it's nice smooth gloss black  :drool:
Matches the roof/wheels/pillars/ grills etc now

Will be fitting on the 23rd  :smiley:

Think I felt the diff working today, felt really really good in the dry.  Still getting used to the linear pedal / throttle.  I think it's made the diff more noticeable as the first part of the pedal is less aggressive & easier to modulate the boooost
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: rich83 on May 12, 2012, 03:18:38 pm
"think" ??

Looks like its not the "super dooper" mod everyone makes it out to be.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: danishmkvgti on May 12, 2012, 03:37:33 pm
"think" ??

Looks like its not the "super dooper" mod everyone makes it out to be.

i don't think that's the case. You have to know what to feel to feel it, without knowing Mike's  driving style i think he drive's to safe, give him a track day or two and then report back  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: cupra_buzz on May 12, 2012, 05:43:41 pm
You got a picture of the finish mate?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: MAT ED30 on May 12, 2012, 07:15:04 pm
"think" ??

Looks like its not the "super dooper" mod everyone makes it out to be.

Should have bought a quaife  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tamiyoman on May 12, 2012, 08:15:37 pm
"think" ??

Looks like its not the "super dooper" mod everyone makes it out to be.

Should have bought a quaife  :signLOL:

Should not have bothered with LSD full stop  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 12, 2012, 08:17:42 pm
The linear pedal & diff have been put to use today. :driver:

Almost happy with the setup, the grip is fantastic but still getting some catching at the front  :sad1:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: 56OctyVRS on May 12, 2012, 10:32:19 pm
Where is it catching Mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 12, 2012, 11:02:25 pm
Where the arch meets the bumper :(
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 13, 2012, 06:24:11 pm
New rear valance;

Before;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2FP1040914.jpg&hash=d5b20efba068deb8aaec4c24cdd7cf057bc08138)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2FP1040915.jpg&hash=04654100084326906f1ade6a3c9568799abc732b)


After;

No texture, silky smooth gloss black...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2Fphoto31.jpg&hash=1d146d8ab6c9e113351012f02b7b2a1ccc01f214)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2Fphoto2.jpg&hash=24fd341d9df480dbfc449820f40a7dd7e6e53137)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2Fphoto1.jpg&hash=41dce08c019cda3b7467361ecd273600c60faa41)

Excuse iPad pics.  Scheduled fitting Saturday 23rd May...  :jumping:


Still getting used to the Linear pedal.  But having some niggles with the tyre catching the arch liner & arch where it meets the bumper.  
Really pissing me off, I dont want the car any higher than it is now but am struggling for that bit of extra clearance needed.  Ground control top mounts are on the cards but only want to splash out on these awesome chassis shiny bits unless the end result is mint handling with no scraping & scrubbing


Top mounts in question  :evilgrin:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2931.jpg&hash=8f94ededbf2de997e3d2a5d59af5080e9fd292c9)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2932.jpg&hash=a6749c4afa6d88b036871342b5c08a28e8d84231)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2933.jpg&hash=052d1e28e5e6bafa0894637077b6498e9ce0130c)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2934.jpg&hash=72e5ce0df4b8fb97f881b880cf919ba9330ed73f)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2990.jpg&hash=2d0c7ec25085adecb87195ac8a63efbf1c6e8a35)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: damoegan on May 13, 2012, 06:34:33 pm
Whats the damage on the top mounts, Mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 13, 2012, 06:35:48 pm

Approx £350 + Fitting + Alignment  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: MAT ED30 on May 13, 2012, 06:48:30 pm
Looked at those myself but I have to rubbing on mine
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 13, 2012, 06:51:22 pm
Looked at those myself but I have to rubbing on mine

Reckon they'd help Matt? Im not sure if I should go back to Cupra arms and the ground control top mounts
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: cupra_buzz on May 13, 2012, 07:03:37 pm
loving the valance mate ;) its gonna fit perfect.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: 56OctyVRS on May 13, 2012, 09:24:42 pm
If the wheels are rubbing slightly I'd refit the Cupra Arms and fit the ground control top mounts.  I bet you wont feel a lot of difference if any in handling between the TT arms and the Cupra Arms.  Apart from a knackered drop link (changing them all Wednesday for new ones) I for one am keeping my suspension OE dampers (may fit Konis or Eibach dampers once worn out but think I will go OE again) with Eibach springs plus OE ARBs, as I find it handles sweet on the roads. Sometimes less is more :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 14, 2012, 05:40:26 pm
 :driver:   :jumping:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2Fjavelin.jpg&hash=dee2fdcd3812ec7b4d518d8ab89ed8ecb18f9b39)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fo56%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2Fdrive2.gif&hash=984e49ca47fdf54ddb68e7ead1d77c1876f1c616)   :scared:



Massive thanks to Sy for offloading one of his Javelin vouchers on his way to the coach for his 6month holiday working abroad  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: cupra_buzz on May 14, 2012, 08:58:49 pm
Wheres this at?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Lee M on May 14, 2012, 09:21:02 pm
New rear valance;

Before;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2FP1040914.jpg&hash=d5b20efba068deb8aaec4c24cdd7cf057bc08138)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2FP1040915.jpg&hash=04654100084326906f1ade6a3c9568799abc732b)


After;

No texture, silky smooth gloss black...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2Fphoto31.jpg&hash=1d146d8ab6c9e113351012f02b7b2a1ccc01f214)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2Fphoto2.jpg&hash=24fd341d9df480dbfc449820f40a7dd7e6e53137)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2Fphoto1.jpg&hash=41dce08c019cda3b7467361ecd273600c60faa41)

Excuse iPad pics.  Scheduled fitting Saturday 23rd May...  :jumping:


Still getting used to the Linear pedal.  But having some niggles with the tyre catching the arch liner & arch where it meets the bumper.  
Really pissing me off, I dont want the car any higher than it is now but am struggling for that bit of extra clearance needed.  Ground control top mounts are on the cards but only want to splash out on these awesome chassis shiny bits unless the end result is mint handling with no scraping & scrubbing


Top mounts in question  :evilgrin:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2931.jpg&hash=8f94ededbf2de997e3d2a5d59af5080e9fd292c9)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2932.jpg&hash=a6749c4afa6d88b036871342b5c08a28e8d84231)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2933.jpg&hash=052d1e28e5e6bafa0894637077b6498e9ce0130c)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2934.jpg&hash=72e5ce0df4b8fb97f881b880cf919ba9330ed73f)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F_MG_2990.jpg&hash=2d0c7ec25085adecb87195ac8a63efbf1c6e8a35)

Mike. That's a bit much, taking your nice new shiny valence it to bed with you :-)

Looks spot on
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 14, 2012, 09:23:26 pm

It's my sister in laws bed  :ashamed:

Thanks Lee  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: vRSAlex on May 14, 2012, 09:28:14 pm

It's my sister in laws bed  :ashamed:

Thanks Lee  :happy2:

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Neilgti on May 15, 2012, 06:32:03 am

It's my sister in laws bed  :ashamed:

Thanks Lee  :happy2:

 :signLOL:

Now that might take some explaining    :congrats:  :signLOL: :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 15, 2012, 05:45:11 pm


Go away for 6 weeks soon so probably a good time to drop the car at AKS for some pretty special top mounts  :jumping:

Think being firmer they may help prevent the scrubbing especially with a tad more camber  :evilgrin:

If it's still not 100% then Ill go back to Cupra lower arms...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: monte on May 15, 2012, 07:25:08 pm
You got a date when you leave yet dude? Are you gonna miss Inters?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 15, 2012, 07:37:48 pm
All i know is august maybe september. starting to Piss me off mate.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: monte on May 15, 2012, 07:44:15 pm
You camping at inters then?  :jumpmove:
Title: Re: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Bignod00 on May 16, 2012, 12:13:46 am
You camping at inters then?  :jumpmove:
+1! I'm camping for the weekend dude so would be good to get a few of us down there for some beers! You know I'm up for that!;)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Smurf on May 17, 2012, 07:22:20 pm
awesome motor mate really liked looking throught your write up! howdo you find apr map? im p torque at moment.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 17, 2012, 07:27:33 pm
Thanks mate. apr map is great since i had the update. :) just also had linear pedal added :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Smurf on May 17, 2012, 08:17:34 pm
im thinkin going to them for my stage 2, what results did u get bud?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Alzak on May 18, 2012, 04:52:17 am
Great write up I spend more than 2 hours reading this thread
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: chrisr763 on May 19, 2012, 11:20:56 am
Its not a VW....  :signLOL: ... but I really like the car  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 24, 2012, 10:56:40 pm

Gave the car a wash today when the shade came around the front of the house.  It was only dusty but besides the swirls that I spot a mile away it looks good

Measured the noise from my exhaust at 95 - 98 Db so safe for Wittering (albeit only tested with Db meter iPhone app)

Took my fog lights out for airflow to filter & brakes & to stop dogs getting smashed

That's about it today.


Apart from me needing this in my life...

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: RedRobin on May 24, 2012, 10:58:43 pm
^^^^
Carbon bat wings?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 24, 2012, 11:01:12 pm

 :wink:  It will be painted red when it finally happens.  Just waiting on some upcomming overseas work to fund it
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: rich83 on May 25, 2012, 12:30:55 am
Honestly mike... a CF bonnet will be the biggest waste of money.... "in the world" (clarkson voice)  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: RedRobin on May 25, 2012, 01:55:42 am

Honestly mike... a CF bonnet will be the biggest waste of money.... "in the world" (clarkson voice)  :laugh:


....That's what some people said to me when I was considering mine.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: DaveB@Vagbremtechnic on May 26, 2012, 09:08:45 pm
Still in one piece?

had a good day?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 26, 2012, 09:21:16 pm
Still in one piece?

had a good day?

Trackday is next Saturday Dave  :happy2: :happy2: :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: DaveB@Vagbremtechnic on May 26, 2012, 09:51:26 pm
TAXI!!!!!!!!!

 :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 26, 2012, 09:53:27 pm
TAXI!!!!!!!!!

 :sad1:

Haha  :P

Did you get my text this afternoon?  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: DaveB@Vagbremtechnic on May 26, 2012, 09:57:15 pm
Got both. 1st one I thought you were there already! With the sprog sticker and no nbr plate
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra :: Gloss black rear valance
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 26, 2012, 10:23:37 pm
Had a drive across the a616 & a628 on my way to visit the guys at B.C.S automotive. Brilliant drive, drove along with a lovely silver r36 Saloon  :drool:

Massive thank you to Dave at BCS for fitting some of the heat reflective material they use on Nobles above my tailpipe and fitting my new rear apron, with a broken arm I should add!  :congrats: :notworthy:

Before...

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Think it has a funky Motorsport look about her :)

Dave bending his arm ways that a recent biking accident / injury was trying not to let him   :notworthy:

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Was great to meet Mark, a friend of Nath 'Greenouse' and Mark Oaks 'MarkyMark' and his lovely Candy white SiroccoR that was having a BCS power valve system. His Miltek DP flange welds were cracked and the fitment was pretty pants.  The BCS system on the Rocco looked Awesome! Mark openly admitted getting a semi but Im sure he'll be along to explain that lol

Saw a black Gti on the way home A4 KO** I think it was, in black.

Been in the car on my own all day so had some really enjoyable driving.  Hopefully Mark was impressed by the short drive we went for while his system was being fitted  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 26, 2012, 10:24:48 pm

Dave re polished my tailpipe too  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: RENNTAG on May 26, 2012, 10:44:42 pm
^^^Awesomes  :drool: ^^^

You going to be at Inters? would love to see this car for real  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: jimk04 on May 27, 2012, 11:02:57 am
Looking good Mike! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 27, 2012, 11:04:16 am
Looking good Mike! :happy2:

Thanks mate  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: geordie56 on May 27, 2012, 06:51:01 pm
That looks a lot better mike, what other plans you got then? :happy2: are you going to inters?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 27, 2012, 08:22:21 pm
That looks a lot better mike, what other plans you got then? :happy2: are you going to inters?

Thanks Shaun  :smiley:

The plans are pretty endless lol.

Next big things are Ground control top mounts, Carbon bonnet, Large screen dash, 2nd set of lighweight wheels, Okada coils maybe, TB pipe, back half of dash flocked to match front bits, flat bottomed MFSW, Maybe rods & Hybrid Ko4?, erm....
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 01, 2012, 06:31:11 pm

Took my arch liners out, cleaned my coilovers, raised the front 10mm ready for tomorrow.

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Cupra R on June 01, 2012, 06:32:53 pm
What's happening tomorrow Mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 01, 2012, 06:34:21 pm

Trackday  :jumping:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Cupra R on June 01, 2012, 07:12:31 pm

Trackday  :jumping:

Nice. First one?

Where at?

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 01, 2012, 07:13:53 pm

Trackday  :jumping:

Nice. First one?

Where at?



Attended before but will be driving my car at Wittering :-)

Have my novice sticker on  :ashamed:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Cupra R on June 01, 2012, 07:36:30 pm

Trackday  :jumping:

Nice. First one?

Where at?



Attended before but will be driving my car at Wittering :-)

Have my novice sticker on  :ashamed:

Nothing to be ashamed about. I remember my first track day and as I was going around thought "I should of done that" lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: DaveB@Vagbremtechnic on June 01, 2012, 08:00:29 pm
Did you and QD get the deal done? Are they in situ?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 01, 2012, 08:10:29 pm
Did you and QD get the deal done? Are they in situ?

 :sad1: not yet
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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Top Cat on June 01, 2012, 10:23:11 pm
Is it an airfield track day Mike.   :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: monte on June 01, 2012, 10:23:50 pm
All the best tomorrow Mike  :happy2:

Wish I was Coming  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 01, 2012, 10:53:02 pm
Is it an airfield track day Mike.   :happy2:

It is an airfield day Tom  :happy2:  Any tips?


All the best tomorrow Mike  :happy2:

Wish I was Coming  :sad1:

It's a shame mate  :sad1:  have a good weekend all the same  :happy2:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Top Cat on June 01, 2012, 10:57:13 pm
Just watch out for stonechips.   :scared:  dont excited and stay up someone's chuff.  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Thanks APR & AKS tuning!**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 01, 2012, 10:58:41 pm
Just watch out for stonechips.   :scared:  dont excited and stay up someone's chuff.  :wink:

 :happy2:  When is your next outing would love to see it in action!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Top Cat on June 01, 2012, 11:00:18 pm
Next Friday Anglesey with Neil M and a load of other Lotus.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 01, 2012, 11:01:00 pm
Next Friday Anglesey with Neil M and a load of other Lotus.  :happy2:

I'm on course in Kent  :sick:  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Top Cat on June 01, 2012, 11:06:35 pm
Once you have done one you will be itching to do more, so there will be plenty of times for us to catch up on track.  :driver:  Are you still getting sent over to our favourite war zone soon.  :stupid:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 01, 2012, 11:10:14 pm

I can imagine the bug will bite hard!  :driver:

Not only am I still going, I'm spending my family time beforehand in Fife on exercise for 6 weeks and unable to book a holiday in between because the deployment date could be announced anytime  :fighting:

It's slipped to the right 3 months now so I miss Harry's 1st birthday and possibly 1st Xmas  :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Top Cat on June 01, 2012, 11:14:44 pm
 :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 01, 2012, 11:16:19 pm

Weather says 50% chance of rain tomorrow  :scared: :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Top Cat on June 01, 2012, 11:23:01 pm
Should be fine. even on rainy days the track dries out quick and you find enough time to get out there, you dont really want to be doing more than 10- 15 minute sessions in a heavyish car, everything gets hot and noisy and you feel like you are killing your pride and Joy.  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 01, 2012, 11:25:41 pm
Should be fine. even on rainy days the track dries out quick and you find enough time to get out there, you dont really want to be doing more than 10- 15 minute sessions in a heavyish car, everything gets hot and noisy and you feel like you are killing your pride and Joy.  :laugh:

 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: monte on June 01, 2012, 11:37:05 pm
I'm not sure how long the track is etc, but remember,

When u pull in off the track Do not put the handbrake on after a few feisty laps.

Let em cool down for a while before going back out  :happy2:

(Stick some drawing pins all round the handbrake!!! You won't touch it then)  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 01, 2012, 11:38:44 pm
I'm not sure how long the track is etc, but remember,

When u pull in off the track Do not put the handbrake on after a few feisty laps.

Let em cool down for a while before going back out  :happy2:

(Stick some drawing pins all round the handbrake!!! You won't touch it then)  :laugh:

Thanks for the reminder Carlo!  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: RedRobin on June 02, 2012, 12:06:13 am
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And when you think oh I'll just do one more lap, don't! Make sure you take breaks to stay fresh. Be confident but not over confident - Respect the circuit. Don't think about lap times as a novice, just enjoy it. I know you will, Mike - Have a really great day!  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: geordie56 on June 02, 2012, 12:09:30 am
Have a good one mie just take it easy on your first outing and you will have a cracker! Just know your limits and don't push to hard as it can be a totally different kettle of fish on track as opposed to the road. Get your tyres up to temp before you start giving it real beans to give you a lot better grip. And above all enjoy it. :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Powervalve Nige on June 02, 2012, 07:38:30 am
Good luck Mike
hope its memorable for all the right reasons
 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: b9rgo1234 on June 02, 2012, 01:25:50 pm

I can imagine the bug will bite hard!  :driver:

Not only am I still going, I'm spending my family time beforehand in Fife on exercise for 6 weeks and unable to book a holiday in between because the deployment date could be announced anytime  :fighting:

It's slipped to the right 3 months now so I miss Harry's 1st birthday and possibly 1st Xmas  :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :sad1:

Hey Mike, Where if Fife are you going?
You will need to get a couple 1/4 mile sprints in at Crail  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: RedRobin on June 02, 2012, 06:30:26 pm
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Is Mike back yet? I bet he has enjoyed today.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 02, 2012, 06:32:07 pm
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Is Mike back yet? I bet he has enjoyed today.

Very much so  :jumping: :driver: Thank you robin.

Tea, shower and update while I'm on the Nottingham - Doncaster train  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 02, 2012, 08:27:30 pm

Fantastic day  :smiley:  still on a high, though an hour on the train will soon bring me back down to earth   :sick:

Car didnt miss a beat. The turn in and grip were outstanding!  Had a fair bit of annoying arch contact even after raising another 5-10mm and removing the arch liners.  Hardly did it with just me in the car.

Had 20mins tuition which helped.  When people started going home and the circuit was a bit clearer it was easier to practice what he had said.  Managed some smoother less aggressive but equally quick laps at the end.  :smiley:  Only got out of shape once or twice but not in a big way  :innocent:  what I took away from it was to try and focus ahead and to look where I want the car to go also I can go just as quick by taking nicer lines without ringing he cars neck  :ashamed:

The car turned in and gripped amazingly but the surface was pretty evil on tyres!

Me and my mate in his 205gti were the last 2 to leave!

Was great to meet up with James again 'JimKo4'. Was my Mk5 Gti team support vehicle  :grin:

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4.2 rover/ Capri who I lent the jack & axle stands to as they had some oil circulation problems

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Fire blade powered kit car I scrounged a lift in...

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Was a great few laps!

Our cars liquid lunch...

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Cannot wait to get the top mounts I have on order with AKS Tuning, Alex reckons the extra stiffness and a touch more arch fettling should put an end to my arch rubbing stresses

Another oil change then save for Bedford  :party:



Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Cupra R on June 02, 2012, 08:41:33 pm
Nice write up Mike.

Glad you enjoyed it and like the bug!!!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 02, 2012, 09:20:14 pm

Then a nice relaxing (and fairly economical!) drive home  :smiley:

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: monte on June 02, 2012, 09:35:47 pm
Well Done Mate  :happy2:

Sounds like you had a great day. Did the rain hold off? It looks dry on the photo's  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 02, 2012, 09:40:33 pm

Tiny bit of drizzle to knock the catrhams and 7s down a peg or 2 lol

But no dry and cool all day  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: cupra_buzz on June 02, 2012, 09:46:55 pm
Looks awesome :)

I wish my car was good enough to go. soon ;)

Also come on whatapp got a few pics to show you. And I'll update my thread tomorrow
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Andy on June 02, 2012, 09:54:34 pm
sounds like you had a good day Mike :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: RedRobin on June 02, 2012, 10:07:29 pm
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Great to hear you enjoyed it so much, Mike  :pomppomp:

Smooooth is definitely the fastest and best way. It's kinder to the car too.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 02, 2012, 10:22:39 pm

Really enjoyed it.  Looking forward to building my experience & confidence now  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: cupra_buzz on June 02, 2012, 10:28:47 pm
You must be a little worried about crashing it though with time you spent on it so you cant push it too much :) Its gonna be my next car
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Greeners on June 02, 2012, 10:35:59 pm
Nice one Mike!  :congrats:


Oh and you've got a bulb out!  :wink: :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: jimk04 on June 03, 2012, 12:41:52 am
A great day for me spent with Mike.and. gyros. Two finer petrolheads you won't meet.

Funds didn't.allow my car on track but was great to be passenger  with the guys. Cheers chaps.

And Mike :happy2:....thank-you.

I only got 30mpg on way home....maybe I need 340hp?!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 03, 2012, 08:32:07 am
Nice one Mike!  :congrats:


Oh and you've got a bulb out!  :wink: :laugh:

Took me fogs out to stop the getting smashed and keep my brakes cool   :wink:



A great day for me spent with Mike.and. gyros. Two finer petrolheads you won't meet.

Funds didn't.allow my car on track but was great to be passenger  with the guys. Cheers chaps.

And Mike :happy2:....thank-you.

I only got 30mpg on way home....maybe I need 340hp?!


Not a problem Jim  :happy2:

Glad you could make it.  It's a shame the gt3 didn't stay long a passenger rid would've been nice. 

Title: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Bignod00 on June 03, 2012, 08:47:05 am
Hey dude, really glad to hear that you had such a good time, even though you were on a crab camp!;)

So gutted that I couldn't make it down yesterday, would've been awesome but just couldn't get away from the bloody family!:D

Next time mate, next time!;)
Title: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 03, 2012, 09:21:37 am
Hey dude, really glad to hear that you had such a good time, even though you were on a crab camp!;)

So gutted that I couldn't make it down yesterday, would've been awesome but just couldn't get away from the bloody family!:D

Next time mate, next time!;)

Hopefully you'll be able to remove your tampon next time  :P

Was going to use our I.d cards to use the pay as you starve facilities but didn't want to waste track time lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: RedRobin on June 03, 2012, 09:26:52 am
.
So I reckon that you have woken up this morning feeling on a high and full of memories of yesterday - You are no longer a virgin! But I wonder if your car has woken up to the cold light of day feeling used  :evilgrin:

Just like a virgin, you now want to do it again, and again, and again! You are now a nymphomaniac. Your poor car!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 03, 2012, 09:33:23 am
.
So I reckon that you have woken up this morning feeling on a high and full of memories of yesterday - You are no longer a virgin! But I wonder if your car has woken up to the cold light of day feeling used  :evilgrin:

Just like a virgin, you now want to do it again, and again, and again! You are now a nymphomaniac. Your poor car!

Hahaha, nicely put.

The car won't be used now till I get the time and money to do another oil change.  Will get some brake advice of professor friction too before the next outing .

Lucky to still have the car with my finances after taking a big pay and allowances cut this year so really appreciate being able to enjoy it
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 03, 2012, 10:26:36 am

A negative from the day...

It really confirmed my bug bear with the Leon.  How much of a blind spot the bulky pillars create.
After tuition I was looking for the blue cones on the second apexes of some of the longer corners and a whole (small kit) car in front could disappear behind my a pillar.

Was quite disconcerting.  Ive driven mkVs before and immediately felt more confident and comfortable (all types of driving) with the increased Vision allowed by the Golfs narrower pillars

The other negative if I had to point one out is that the day went so quickly!  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: rich83 on June 03, 2012, 10:26:43 am
Another set of brakes??! :-o
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: RedRobin on June 03, 2012, 10:58:58 am
.
Yes, I noticed when I sat in your driving seat in Nottingham that the A-columns aren't very clever but I do love the Cupra body shape though.

One of the reasons I personally really dislike airfield-type tracks is that you only have cones to rely on, it's all flatter than a pancake, and no marker features, and that's with the better A-column visibility of the Golf.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: DaveB@Vagbremtechnic on June 03, 2012, 12:44:27 pm
Did you toast that lovely set of OEM 996TT Pads which even still had the little inspectors blue paint mark on top.........

You obviously weren't taking it that easy! Good for you!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: jimk04 on June 03, 2012, 12:55:35 pm
Hi Dave - I was in the car a lot of the day with Mike. I thought the brakes were very good, although Mike did think they had gone off a little at one point.

The rears looked proper hot, not smokey but starting to blue over. We heard a a couple noises coming back into paddock and thought it maybe was from the rears..
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 03, 2012, 01:02:25 pm
Hi Dave - I was in the car a lot of the day with Mike. I thought the brakes were very good, although Mike did think they had gone off a little at one point.

The rears looked proper hot, not smokey but starting to blue over. We heard a a couple noises coming back into paddock and thought it maybe was from the rears..

There was only really one time at the fast  mid section straight before cutting across left that the brakes felt like they may have suffered from a little fade but all in all they were great!

I might get the tt brake vents.  Took my fogs out to aid brake cooling
Was getting some squeal towards the end.  Think the funny noises coming back in was the rears cooling back down.

Great brake setup! Even on oem pads.  Plan is get some plain rotors and perfoamce friction pads for track.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: yin on June 03, 2012, 04:41:46 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.javelintrackdays.co.uk%2Ftrackday%2Findex.php%3Fview%3Dimage%26amp%3Bformat%3Draw%26amp%3Btype%3Dimg%26amp%3Bid%3D6375%26amp%3Boption%3Dcom_joomgallery%26amp%3BItemid%3D13&hash=ec59cd57bb5f688a036afaceb2acdf700ed51cbe)

 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 03, 2012, 04:52:21 pm

Thanks Jon  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 03, 2012, 05:11:36 pm
Hi Dave - I was in the car a lot of the day with Mike. I thought the brakes were  driving was very good, although Mike did think they had gone off a little at one point.


 :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Cupra R on June 03, 2012, 05:12:39 pm
Looks nice and low Mike  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 03, 2012, 05:13:53 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.javelintrackdays.co.uk%2Ftrackday%2Findex.php%3Fview%3Dimage%26amp%3Bformat%3Draw%26amp%3Btype%3Dimg%26amp%3Bid%3D6375%26amp%3Boption%3Dcom_joomgallery%26amp%3BItemid%3D13&hash=ec59cd57bb5f688a036afaceb2acdf700ed51cbe)

 :happy2:

There were only 6 pictures of my car as I was giving the car long breaks in the morning.  The DVD was £15 so I got 20 mins tuition instead
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: rich83 on June 03, 2012, 05:18:22 pm
very sensible... track day photos are a rip off and invariable crap!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 03, 2012, 05:19:38 pm
Looks nice and low Mike  :happy2:

With only me in the car it was okay but with a passenger there was ALOT of scrubbing.

I'm advised the ground control top mounts are stiffer and I won't get scrubbing.  I'll be over the moon if so and pretty fed up of not.

Worst case will be go back to Cupra lower arms and use the top mounts for the camber.  As the Cupra arms aren't as wide.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 03, 2012, 05:21:47 pm
very sensible... track day photos are a rip off and invariable crap!

You can be our snapper next time   :love:

Wonder if I'll be allowed your rig on track  :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: rich83 on June 03, 2012, 05:23:33 pm
very sensible... track day photos are a rip off and invariable crap!

You can be our snapper next time   :love:

Wonder if I'll be allowed your rig on track  :grin: :grin: :grin:

That might contravene a few safety regulations!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 03, 2012, 05:25:17 pm
very sensible... track day photos are a rip off and invariable crap!

You can be our snapper next time   :love:

Wonder if I'll be allowed your rig on track  :grin: :grin: :grin:


That might contravene a few safety regulations!  :signLOL:

I think so! Lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Track day :)**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 05, 2012, 10:21:59 pm
Well.  Fairly unexciting update.

Ordered some more oil.  It was changed last week but going to do it again seeing as Ive just done a track day.  Got 30% off Castrol Edge 5w40.  Normally use 5w30 but after recent discussions going to give it a whirl.

2012 / 2013 things to do (every plan and 'want' I can remember):

Next trip to AKS (leave there when I go to Afghan);

Ground control topmounts, possible further inner arch mod, geometry (last time or Im selling and buying a Mondeo Tdci!!), wheel stud conversion. Custom battery tray, new oem drop links, Inspection logs and health check


Niggles that are getting me down;

Small dent pulled out of sill near nsr wheel.  Replacement engine undertray.  Wheel refurb.  inspect for and remedy any carpark dings.


New flat bottomed MFSW, (May or may not have ordered  :innocent:)
Rear half of dash flocked, (need to get a spare rear half of dash to flock and swap over in a day)
large display Cupra clocks,
eBay some Oem 2009 Cupra mats, Some 'Cupra' embroided custom mats from autostyle for 'best'/shows/meets.  
Change the Red LEDs ive installed to my Rear view mirror to come on with head lights and not switched ignition.

Fit oil temp / level sensor (preferably oem, the Leon has the space in the sump but no sensor like the Golf  :sick:)
Fit Polar FIS unit,
Refit cold air feed to ITG,
Fit TT brake vents, (Does anyone know if removing inner arches is detrimental or better for directing air to brakes?)

Uprated TB pipe, Okada coilpacks, Carbon bonnet.  Replace bushes with poly bushes.  SeatCopa ET35 18@ lightweight Ronals with slicks for trackdays.

Maybe; Boot spoiler, Facelift CupraR rear valance and centre twin exit so I can chop and change when I get bored  :laugh: , Hybrid K04?

Should see me through the next 18 months...  :rolleye:






Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do**
Post by: Andy on June 05, 2012, 10:46:47 pm
thats a months work for you Mike :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do**
Post by: jimk04 on June 06, 2012, 10:25:45 pm
You forgot 2 piece discs off the list! :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 06, 2012, 10:26:58 pm
You forgot 2 piece discs off the list! :signLOL:

Beenin meaning to message Dave today about shimming and the swept area  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 11:03:39 am
Got back off course late last night. Peered out the window this morning to see half the front wheel look like diamond cut  :confused:

Wife + Car + Kerb =  :mad: :fighting:

Brilliant.  :sick:
Title: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do**
Post by: Bignod00 on June 09, 2012, 11:30:02 am
Oh no mate. Would not have liked to have been a fly on the wall in the Tfsi_household this morning!:-\
Title: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 11:41:46 am
Oh no mate. Would not have liked to have been a fly on the wall in the Tfsi_household this morning!:-\

Even the flies thought is was best they made themselves scarce  :mad:

To top it off my ECP order of castrol edge turned up, castrol Edge 5w40 TURBO DEISEL ! Arrrrrrgh!
Title: Re: Re: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do**
Post by: Bignod00 on June 09, 2012, 11:50:25 am
Even the flies thought is was best they made themselves scarce  :mad:

To top it off my ECP order of castrol edge turned up, castrol Edge 5w40 TURBO DEISEL ! Arrrrrrgh!
Oh no mate, raging!>:( I hope the rest of the weekend gets better for you. I've just had to turn down free tickets to BTCC Oulton Park 2mo with Paddock entry and complimentary meals etc courtesy of Pirtek, gutted is an understatement!:(
Title: Re: Re: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 11:52:48 am
Even the flies thought is was best they made themselves scarce  :mad:

To top it off my ECP order of castrol edge turned up, castrol Edge 5w40 TURBO DEISEL ! Arrrrrrgh!
Oh no mate, raging!>:( I hope the rest of the weekend gets better for you. I've just had to turn down free tickets to BTCC Oulton Park 2mo with Paddock entry and complimentary meals etc courtesy of Pirtek, gutted is an understatement!:(

Hopefully at Rockingham tomorrow  :smiley: then get in start packing for 6weeks flat out at St Leuchers  :sick:

Then get back and pack for afghan

Hopefully have a bit of luck this weekend. You working to not be at btcc?
Title: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do**
Post by: Bignod00 on June 09, 2012, 12:02:16 pm
Even the flies thought is was best they made themselves scarce  :mad:

To top it off my ECP order of castrol edge turned up, castrol Edge 5w40 TURBO DEISEL ! Arrrrrrgh!
Oh no mate, raging!>:( I hope the rest of the weekend gets better for you. I've just had to turn down free tickets to BTCC Oulton Park 2mo with Paddock entry and complimentary meals etc courtesy of Pirtek, gutted is an understatement!:(

Hopefully at Rockingham tomorrow  :smiley: then get in start packing for 6weeks flat out at St Leuchers  :sick:

Then get back and pack for afghan

Hopefully have a bit of luck this weekend. You working to not be at btcc?
At least the weekend sounds like its going to get better for you mate. The next few weeks are going to be crap tho, its bad how its ended up for you mate. I'm having to drive over to Liverpool tomorrow to help my best mate as his Dad is very ill, priorities dictate that was much more important than the BTCC. Still gutted tho mate!;)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 12:42:32 pm

Sorry to hear it mate.  The wheels had a little rashing and laquer peel anyway but now looks horrendous.

Will try and catch up before I deploy mate.  Honestly see me being put on adv party last minute and having no summer leave.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 01:21:10 pm


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2F7330b8ff.jpg&hash=39859c595d1dd0790032bbe966e8d73896bc5c7d)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2F14fd1339.jpg&hash=d2d19347ceb82ac120efa8349f64115600c1284b)
Title: Re: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do**
Post by: Bignod00 on June 09, 2012, 01:23:42 pm

Sorry to hear it mate.  The wheels had a little rashing and laquer peel anyway but now looks horrendous.

Will try and catch up before I deploy mate.  Honestly see me being put on adv party last minute and having no summer leave.
Yeah mate, will have to catch up with you before you go!:D Adv party would literally be the icing on the 'sh*tty cake' you've been dealt. Fingers crossed it doesn't happen tho mate.:)
Title: Re: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do**
Post by: Bignod00 on June 09, 2012, 01:24:40 pm


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2F7330b8ff.jpg&hash=39859c595d1dd0790032bbe966e8d73896bc5c7d)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2F14fd1339.jpg&hash=d2d19347ceb82ac120efa8349f64115600c1284b)
:sick:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do**
Post by: stealthwolf on June 09, 2012, 01:27:27 pm
Wife + Car + Kerb =  :mad: :fighting:
As Mr Cherry once said, "One ruined rim deserves another!"
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: RedRobin on June 09, 2012, 01:51:17 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FRedRobin_05%2FRED_INK%2FLipService.jpg&hash=efaa5f469d4c8cd2f733ef7d59e9d2fdaaf514d3)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 02:08:55 pm

Didnt go quite like that Robin  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: RedRobin on June 09, 2012, 02:22:46 pm

Didnt go quite like that Robin  :sad1:


....Please don't tell me that she blamed you for her mistake! Sometimes some females resort to doing that :spank her:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 02:25:18 pm

She "didn't have room to park the (matchbox) Lupo outside the house"

So had to move my car  :mad: :mad:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: RedRobin on June 09, 2012, 02:27:52 pm

She "didn't have room to park the (matchbox) Lupo outside the house"

So had to move my car  :mad: :mad:


....So she DID blame you!! Feckin' female logic, eh?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 02:30:59 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2F207bb782.jpg&hash=109ee2583875cc8c2f844c194da7ea57755d6233)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: monte on June 09, 2012, 03:57:09 pm
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She got some making up to do tonight.  :laugh:

Bow-chicka-wa-wow  :jumpmove: :jumpmove: :jumpmove:


Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: cupra_buzz on June 09, 2012, 05:33:42 pm
Haha you need new alloys anyway not so keen on them
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 05:38:29 pm
Haha you need new alloys anyway not so keen on them

Find me a wheel that's as light and strong that doesn't need a lottery win  :sad1:

Would love 18" Ronal seatcopa wheels or OZ ultraleggera HLT
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: cupra_buzz on June 09, 2012, 05:52:59 pm
Just buy mine haha there stupidly light. Could you find a good set second hand of seatcopa ones
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 05:54:06 pm
Just buy mine haha there stupidly light. Could you find a good set second hand of seatcopa ones

I've found some brand new ones for £100 each but I'm broke  :sick:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: cupra_buzz on June 09, 2012, 06:04:52 pm
Something will turn up. Later on. your not in no rush anyway as long as it holds your car up and drives for now. I'll lend you mine haha for a fee ;)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: cupra_buzz on June 09, 2012, 06:07:03 pm
http://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/brand-new-rare-asuka-racing-18-alloys-g2g/103962033
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: RedRobin on June 09, 2012, 06:11:02 pm
http://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/brand-new-rare-asuka-racing-18-alloys-g2g/103962033

....Those look good. Any idea what they weigh?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: cupra_buzz on June 09, 2012, 06:23:49 pm
Just read up on them.
"Reducing unsprung weight thanks to its low mass and improving airflow, Keeping brakes at optimum across many core Japanese and European fitments means there should be one for your car. Massive caliper clearance is ensured by our design house and Brembo's are swallowed as if they were not there at all."

can't find a weight for them though.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: RedRobin on June 09, 2012, 06:36:05 pm
^^^^
18" Team Dynamics are a fraction over 9kg and my OZ Alleggerita's are a fraction over 8kg, so I'd guess they are between 8-9kg.

Whether 8 or 9kg it makes a significant difference to steering feedback. But we shouldn't be telling Mike that or he'll want some!  :evilgrin:

Just for reference, the GTI 18" Monza's are a fraction over 11kg.

I've weighed them all on a friend's DEFRA certified (annually) digital scales (used for fishing club competitions).
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 06:42:17 pm
http://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/brand-new-rare-asuka-racing-18-alloys-g2g/103962033

Aren't subarus 114pcd?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: vRSAlex on June 09, 2012, 06:53:25 pm
Or 5x110 iirc
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: cupra_buzz on June 09, 2012, 06:54:53 pm
Mike just found a picture of what your car is missing out on ;)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fz332%2Fbuzz1231%2FDSC_0687.jpg&hash=a4af7235f47c44044f292306e641d09b2ac13b41)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 06:57:45 pm
Mike just found a picture of what your car is missing out on ;)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fz332%2Fbuzz1231%2FDSC_0687.jpg&hash=a4af7235f47c44044f292306e641d09b2ac13b41)

I'd go back tomorrow mate  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: cupra_buzz on June 09, 2012, 07:00:26 pm
Get on a flight then bavaria is the place to be, And I get extra pay bonus. all food and accommodation free ;) Wait until the video comes ;)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 07:04:22 pm
Get on a flight then bavaria is the place to be, And I get extra pay bonus. all food and accommodation free ;) Wait until the video comes ;)

To make you feel even better I'm going on exercise for 6 weeks on Tue, not getting Lsa and it's pay as you starve dine so going to cost me to eat after I've done my £300 monthly shop at home  :sick:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: cupra_buzz on June 09, 2012, 07:09:07 pm
exercise with pay as you dine. whats that all about! You'll have to learn to mountain bike and i'll get you out here with family and extra pay
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: cupra_buzz on June 09, 2012, 07:23:43 pm
Got some more pictures up on my build thread didn't even know I had these pictures.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 07:27:57 pm
exercise with pay as you dine. whats that all about! You'll have to learn to mountain bike and i'll get you out here with family and extra pay

Learn to mountain bike? Fancy a race round Cannock when your back? See who needs to learn  :P  :laugh:

Doin trail leader & instructor when I get back.  :smiley:

Would be on it this summer but gettin cocked about so couldn't bid for the courses  :fighting:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: cupra_buzz on June 09, 2012, 09:30:26 pm
you may wanna see this mate

http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/showthread.php?t=355168

copy of yours without edges. think it cost around £90
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 09:34:42 pm
you may wanna see this mate

http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/showthread.php?t=355168

copy of yours without edges. think it cost around £90

Smart that mate  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: cupra_buzz on June 09, 2012, 09:35:30 pm
aw buts not the genuine one

I dunno which one to buy now
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: cupra_buzz on June 09, 2012, 09:39:29 pm
it also comes in glossy black
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 09:41:20 pm
it also comes in glossy black

Hmmm.  Would like to know the weight and see how far back under the car it goes...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: cupra_buzz on June 09, 2012, 09:51:07 pm
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=333099450092383&set=a.328057430596585.71780.247344178667911&type=3&theater

Its set with all i think mate in one fixed place.

I am gonna buy one next month there only £90 plus already painted
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 09:54:34 pm
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=333099450092383&set=a.328057430596585.71780.247344178667911&type=3&theater

Its set with all i think mate in one fixed place.

I am gonna buy one next month there only £90 plus already painted

Uncannily like a CupSpoiler lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: cupra_buzz on June 09, 2012, 09:57:21 pm
Cup spoilers are rare as well. I think everyone will have these soon mate. thats why I am unsure
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 09:58:37 pm
Cup spoilers are rare as well. I think everyone will have these soon mate. thats why I am unsure

Looks nice but at £90 everyman and his dog will have them on SCN.  Will make it harder to gather interest in a Carbon CupSpoiler too  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: cupra_buzz on June 09, 2012, 10:03:54 pm
well we will just have to dip into our pockets a little more
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: monte on June 09, 2012, 11:19:01 pm
These were the wheels I was going to get……

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RAYS-WHEELS-SUPERIOR-ES-19-5x112-AUDI-VW-MERCEDES-SEAT-/220576923891?pt=UK_CarParts_Acc_Wheels_tyres_Trims_Car_Rims_ET&hash=item335b68c0f3#ht_2047wt_1055
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 11:22:10 pm
These were the wheels I was going to get……

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RAYS-WHEELS-SUPERIOR-ES-19-5x112-AUDI-VW-MERCEDES-SEAT-/220576923891?pt=UK_CarParts_Acc_Wheels_tyres_Trims_Car_Rims_ET&hash=item335b68c0f3#ht_2047wt_1055

Whore  :P. Can't decide on them Carlo

One wheel I was dying to get when I got my BBS was the Volk TE37 Seibon edition but wasn't keen on adapters as they were 112.4 or 114.2 or something like that.  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 09, 2012, 11:25:28 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.moderacing.com%2Fshop%2Fimage%2Fcache%2Fdata%2Fproduct%2Fmain%2FImages_U_12200824956PMTE37-2-500x500.jpg&hash=0c18c047442f87bf86703db294a9313bf2c1fa09)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.d3wheels.com%2FVolk%2520Racing%2520Wheels%2FVolk%2520TE37SL.jpg&hash=8eb291bc79deaf900f68b268324edddfcbf62b83)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: RedRobin on June 09, 2012, 11:57:16 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.moderacing.com%2Fshop%2Fimage%2Fcache%2Fdata%2Fproduct%2Fmain%2FImages_U_12200824956PMTE37-2-500x500.jpg&hash=0c18c047442f87bf86703db294a9313bf2c1fa09)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.d3wheels.com%2FVolk%2520Racing%2520Wheels%2FVolk%2520TE37SL.jpg&hash=8eb291bc79deaf900f68b268324edddfcbf62b83)

..... :drool: :drool: I love the look of those! Very funky!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: S800BRN on June 10, 2012, 09:01:35 am
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.moderacing.com%2Fshop%2Fimage%2Fcache%2Fdata%2Fproduct%2Fmain%2FImages_U_12200824956PMTE37-2-500x500.jpg&hash=0c18c047442f87bf86703db294a9313bf2c1fa09)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.d3wheels.com%2FVolk%2520Racing%2520Wheels%2FVolk%2520TE37SL.jpg&hash=8eb291bc79deaf900f68b268324edddfcbf62b83)
That 2nd set with the red spoke look awesome. They would suit your car perfectly!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: uz on June 10, 2012, 01:50:49 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.d3wheels.com%2FVolk%2520Racing%2520Wheels%2FVolk%2520TE37SL.jpg&hash=8eb291bc79deaf900f68b268324edddfcbf62b83)
These would look fantastic; they'd really suit the car are are, in my opinion, one of the best (and best looking) wheels around. Rays are fantastic, as well.  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: b9rgo1234 on June 10, 2012, 02:37:09 pm
Haha you need new alloys anyway not so keen on them

Find me a wheel that's as light and strong that doesn't need a lottery win  :sad1:

Would love 18" Ronal seatcopa wheels or OZ ultraleggera HLT

Hi Mike, whats the spec on the Seatcopa wheels?
Im still trying to find a set of 18"s to clear the TTRS brakes I got without needing 12mm spacers.
Cheers
Richard
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 10, 2012, 02:40:43 pm
Haha you need new alloys anyway not so keen on them

Find me a wheel that's as light and strong that doesn't need a lottery win  :sad1:

Would love 18" Ronal seatcopa wheels or OZ ultraleggera HLT

Hi Mike, whats the spec on the Seatcopa wheels?
Im still trying to find a set of 18"s to clear the TTRS brakes I got without needing 12mm spacers.
Cheers
Richard

ET35 8j iirc need longer bolts not sure about room for which caliper.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: b9rgo1234 on June 10, 2012, 03:07:37 pm
ET35 8j iirc need longer bolts not sure about room for which caliper.
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ET35 is too low  :fighting: My wheels are et39 with the spacers and they rub the front wings quite a bit. Someone needs to make wider front wings  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: JackG on June 13, 2012, 01:19:24 am
Get those wheels with the red spoke  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: RedRobin on June 13, 2012, 07:33:20 am

Get those wheels with the red spoke  :party:


....What are those wheels with the red spoke?  :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: monte on June 13, 2012, 07:52:57 am
@RR......

They are, Volks Racing TE37 by RAYS wheels   :drool:

Forged and Very Expensive.  :notworthy:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: RedRobin on June 13, 2012, 08:12:34 am
@RR......

They are, Volks Racing TE37 by RAYS wheels   :drool:

Forged and Very Expensive.  :notworthy:


....Thanks, buddy  :drinking:

So, it sounds as if that even if I sold both my OZ LeggyRita's and my Smoked Chrome powdercoated Monza 18's, I still couldn't afford them at well over £2.5k. I have to say that's probably a good thing!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: JackG on June 13, 2012, 11:50:04 am
@RR......

They are, Volks Racing TE37 by RAYS wheels   :drool:

Forged and Very Expensive.  :notworthy:



Ohhhhhh dear.....just "roughly" how much  :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: rob_e on June 14, 2012, 11:28:02 am
Would love 18" Ronal seatcopa wheels ..

http://www.seatsupercopa.com/parts-for-sale/

:)

7.9kg each IIRC.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 14, 2012, 11:31:42 am
Would love 18" Ronal seatcopa wheels ..

http://www.seatsupercopa.com/parts-for-sale/

:)

7.9kg each IIRC.

 :love:  had refusal on them but I dont have the money till I go away with work in a month or two  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: JackG on June 14, 2012, 11:51:26 am
What is this supercopa? Is it a tdi?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 14, 2012, 11:52:13 am
What is this supercopa? Is it a tdi?

Leon Race car Tfsi
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 14, 2012, 08:52:56 pm

New poll added  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 14, 2012, 09:21:40 pm

Im guessing Jon voted Ronals, Alex voted refurb TDs and get a new set of TDs lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: yin on June 14, 2012, 09:26:07 pm

Im guessing Jon voted Ronals, Alex voted refurb TDs and get a new set of TDs lol

Yep Ronals for me :happy2:  did look at them myself  but they will rub on yours  :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: RobH on June 14, 2012, 09:54:35 pm
Get em refurbed and a new set. Speaking of refurbed one of mine is need of one :sad1:
Title: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: mrbubba on June 15, 2012, 06:56:12 pm
Great build thread, only taken me 2 days to go through 135 pages! :D

Sent from my GT-P7510 using Tapatalk 2
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: leon56 on June 17, 2012, 05:15:50 pm
are you looking at getting your cup spoiler copied in carbon and fiber glass or just carbon and what kind of price as prefer the look of yours
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 17, 2012, 05:18:38 pm
are you looking at getting your cup spoiler copied in carbon and fiber glass or just carbon and what kind of price as prefer the look of yours

I was hoping to have it made in carbon but for only one would cost me a fortune.  To make 10 or so the tooling cost could be split and would cost around £300 each in carbon fibre but most people will be opting for the trippleR glassfibre splitter by the looks of things due to the low cost.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do**
Post by: monte on June 18, 2012, 08:12:46 am
Wife + Car + Kerb =  :mad: :fighting:
As Mr Cherry once said, "One ruined rim deserves another!"


That is Funny as  F :grin::grin: K
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: monte on June 18, 2012, 08:23:31 am
@RR......

They are, Volks Racing TE37 by RAYS wheels   :drool:

Forged and Very Expensive.  :notworthy:



Ohhhhhh dear.....just "roughly" how much  :scared:


Mike, you know how to pick em!!!!

Jack the TE37's 18x8.5" are $966 Each (£614 Each)  :surprised:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 18, 2012, 08:25:23 am
@RR......

They are, Volks Racing TE37 by RAYS wheels   :drool:

Forged and Very Expensive.  :notworthy:



Ohhhhhh dear.....just "roughly" how much  :scared:


Mike, you know how to pick em!!!!

Jack the TE37's 18x8.5" are $966 Each (£614 Each)  :surprised:

Might have to volunteer to stay in the sandpit until 2015 !  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: monte on June 18, 2012, 08:27:14 am
are you looking at getting your cup spoiler copied in carbon and fiber glass or just carbon and what kind of price as prefer the look of yours

I was hoping to have it made in carbon but for only one would cost me a fortune.  To make 10 or so the tooling cost could be split and would cost around £300 each in carbon fibre but most people will be opting for the trippleR glassfibre splitter by the looks of things due to the low cost.

I'd be up for that Mike if they fit the Golf  :happy2:

I know the standard Cupra Splitter fit the Golf and it looked great!!!
.....and it cost about a tenner  :surprised:

It even fits the S3 pretty good. I found a pic of Toms old S3  :happy2:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fll213%2FT88OMM%2FIMG_0041.jpg&hash=b4bbe75d224f0181ce0a406e791230928456df7a)

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: MAT ED30 on June 18, 2012, 09:20:50 am
That's not an s3 thats the derv and I think he blew it up a few times too  :signLOL: good lad
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: rob_e on June 18, 2012, 09:26:50 am
Would love 18" Ronal seatcopa wheels ..

http://www.seatsupercopa.com/parts-for-sale/

:)

7.9kg each IIRC.

 :love:  had refusal on them but I dont have the money till I go away with work in a month or two  :sad1:




I went to have a look at a set of cupra r Rpnals (the 19" potenza wheel) the other day - the white set that's on ebay right now.  Some google-research implied they were 9kg each which would have been a pretty good weight for the size.  Luckiliy I took my scales with me as they turned out to be 12kg each which is heavier than the 18 bbs I have on the car now.  Didn't buy them..

BTW I think TE37's are being phased out - the replacement wheel is the VR.G2.   
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: damoegan on June 18, 2012, 08:07:37 pm
are you looking at getting your cup spoiler copied in carbon and fiber glass or just carbon and what kind of price as prefer the look of yours

I was hoping to have it made in carbon but for only one would cost me a fortune.  To make 10 or so the tooling cost could be split and would cost around £300 each in carbon fibre but most people will be opting for the trippleR glassfibre splitter by the looks of things due to the low cost.

I'd be up for that Mike if they fit the Golf  :happy2:

I know the standard Cupra Splitter fit the Golf and it looked great!!!
.....and it cost about a tenner  :surprised:

It even fits the S3 pretty good. I found a pic of Toms old S3  :happy2:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fll213%2FT88OMM%2FIMG_0041.jpg&hash=b4bbe75d224f0181ce0a406e791230928456df7a)



mk1 LCR splitter..

Used to be ~£27 from the dealers but are now about £40-45 due to everyone putting them on other cars!!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: JackG on June 20, 2012, 12:07:55 am
@RR......

They are, Volks Racing TE37 by RAYS wheels   :drool:

Forged and Very Expensive.  :notworthy:



Ohhhhhh dear.....just "roughly" how much  :scared:


Mike, you know how to pick em!!!!

Jack the TE37's 18x8.5" are $966 Each (£614 Each)  :surprised:
:signLOL: you'd need to give me something very strong to get me to spend 614 per wheel...then your need rubber   :sick: a grand a corner FTW  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 22, 2012, 04:31:11 pm

What are my chances of colour matching my cars paint with vinyl?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: JackG on June 22, 2012, 10:15:59 pm

What are my chances of colour matching my cars paint with vinyl?

Can't see it being too hard mike, what crazy mod you got planned  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 22, 2012, 10:17:08 pm

Nothing  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: gazbutS3 on June 22, 2012, 10:51:45 pm
are you looking at getting your cup spoiler copied in carbon and fiber glass or just carbon and what kind of price as prefer the look of yours

I was hoping to have it made in carbon but for only one would cost me a fortune.  To make 10 or so the tooling cost could be split and would cost around £300 each in carbon fibre but most people will be opting for the trippleR glassfibre splitter by the looks of things due to the low cost.

I'd be up for that Mike if they fit the Golf  :happy2:

I know the standard Cupra Splitter fit the Golf and it looked great!!!
.....and it cost about a tenner  :surprised:

It even fits the S3 pretty good. I found a pic of Toms old S3  :happy2:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fll213%2FT88OMM%2FIMG_0041.jpg&hash=b4bbe75d224f0181ce0a406e791230928456df7a)



It is Tom's old TDI, I fitted that for him because Tom can't fit his arse in his pants  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 25, 2012, 09:09:35 pm

The car went to day.  Didn't even get to say good bye  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: MAT ED30 on June 25, 2012, 09:14:29 pm
 :confused:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra **Updated things to do P86**
Post by: yin on June 25, 2012, 09:15:31 pm

The car went to day.  Didn't even get to say good bye  :sad1:

You do mean to AKS don't you :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: RobH on June 25, 2012, 10:08:24 pm
Errr as in for good :confused:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: rich83 on June 25, 2012, 10:21:23 pm
Mike you are such a drama queeeeeeen!!!!   :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 25, 2012, 10:22:27 pm

Sniff  :sad:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: rich83 on June 25, 2012, 10:24:41 pm

Sniff  :sad:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sea-fishing-charter-boats.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdeep-sea-fishing.jpg&hash=76ee087446b24ffe3c4e041ff9c6c7108c3cfa02)

..... no bite from me  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: Hurdy on June 25, 2012, 10:26:40 pm
I knew this was on the cards........ I saw Mike's car eyeing up a tasty, shapely little Ibiza Cupra and knew it wouldn't last with Mike :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 25, 2012, 10:29:14 pm

No class, couldve at least gone for the Polo lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: Hurdy on June 25, 2012, 10:31:55 pm

No class, couldve at least gone for the Polo lol

Ahh, but my Polo is a one man babe....and I'm that man! :laugh:

Come on then what have you sent the car away for now.....Pedicure? Manicure? Facial?  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 25, 2012, 10:33:21 pm

All of the above  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: Hurdy on June 25, 2012, 10:35:06 pm

All of the above  :innocent:

 :popcornsoda: :jumping:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: rich83 on June 25, 2012, 10:37:14 pm
I know.....  :innocent:

Its going back to standard.....
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: Hurdy on June 25, 2012, 10:41:31 pm
You mean after all that cosmetic surgery  :surprised:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: MAT ED30 on June 25, 2012, 11:06:22 pm
Stop the rubbing problems
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: WHOZBOSS on June 25, 2012, 11:13:41 pm
Mike what size LEDs did you use for the climate and Also have you done your clocks? do they share the same size LEDs?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 25, 2012, 11:17:28 pm
Mike what size LEDs did you use for the climate and Also have you done your clocks? do they share the same size LEDs?

Theyre SMD LEDs, Im sure they were from a website / webshop in France called bluecars.  Search SCN and leon2passion forums  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: vRSAlex on June 25, 2012, 11:49:52 pm
So where is the car then Mike?  :rolleye:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 25, 2012, 11:51:12 pm
Some pikey nicked it!  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 25, 2012, 11:52:57 pm
Blast from the past

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fo56%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2FTripodafternoonandoldpics149.jpg&hash=8be972dae7c484cdc2b848fb1d02346e54d4f2e4)


Old PS

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fo56%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2Fdymagonleon1.jpg&hash=703a006b84ed2dd4e91d32526f0bbf1a33a4f709)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: DFish on June 26, 2012, 06:04:35 am
Does that mean I might get a decent loan car whilst mines with you then Alex... That skoda thing did worry me with all those rattles. :p

Fish
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 26, 2012, 06:58:11 am
Does that mean I might get a decent loan car whilst mines with you then Alex... That skoda thing did worry me with all those rattles. :p

Fish

Afraid not.  :scared:  Nice try though  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: CarrG on June 26, 2012, 07:15:38 am
Blast from the past

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fo56%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2FTripodafternoonandoldpics149.jpg&hash=8be972dae7c484cdc2b848fb1d02346e54d4f2e4)


Looks better std lol...

So come on where is it. I know you'll never part company  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: CarrG on June 26, 2012, 07:38:53 am
Cant believe youve done that Mike  :scared: :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *goodbye car :'(*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 30, 2012, 10:20:22 pm

New poll, incase I was ever to get a carbon fibre bonnet....
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: Dannyboy88 on June 30, 2012, 10:25:40 pm
Can't believe your putting it back to standard and selling up  :fighting:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 30, 2012, 10:26:41 pm
Can't believe your putting it back to standard and selling up  :fighting:

[/windup] lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: RedRobin on June 30, 2012, 10:40:30 pm

New poll, incase I was ever to get a carbon fibre bonnet....


....Ah yes, the carbonfibre bonnet you're not thinking of getting (Hurdy-style).

How well would the red vinyl wrap on the carbon bonnet you're not thinking of getting, match the red paintwork?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 30, 2012, 10:43:05 pm

New poll, incase I was ever to get a carbon fibre bonnet....


....Ah yes, the carbonfibre bonnet you're not thinking of getting (Hurdy-style).

How well would the red vinyl wrap on the carbon bonnet you're not thinking of getting, match the red paintwork?

I suppose I would know if the local signwriter offered some samples up to my car.  Guessing there is a wide choice of colours
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: RedRobin on June 30, 2012, 10:50:44 pm
^^^^
My point is that the closeness of the red colour match may (should) influence how much you wrap the carbon bonnet you're not thinking of getting.

I think it's safe to assume that no vinyl will match a gloss paint colour and it doesn't want to look like a badly faded paint.

I've forgotten, do you have a black roof?

Or, anyway, how about a black vinyl but exposing some carbon strips? That would avoid the red vinyl to red paint matching issue.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 30, 2012, 10:54:54 pm

That does make sense but I've seen black roofs continued onto the bonnet (the middle bit that would be like a half oval shape) and really disliked it.

I have a black roof  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: RedRobin on June 30, 2012, 11:05:34 pm
^^^^
Ah yes, I forgot about the rather unique Cupra body styling as I don't have one.

Your roof painted or vinyl'd black? - Am thinking of possibly doing mine.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 30, 2012, 11:09:35 pm
Mine is painted.  I believe I was one of the 1st Leon's to have it done as everyone thought I was mad for not just using vinyl.

Although a little "done to death" I still like the look and reckon it would be a nice fresh addition to your Red, Red.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: jimk04 on June 30, 2012, 11:18:23 pm
Clear coat with a red tinted lacquer....looks like mega glossy bare carbon but with a tinge of your chosen colour.

Not cheap mind!

The new veyron grand vitesse has a blue clearcoat over the weave.....looks amazing.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: RedRobin on June 30, 2012, 11:22:58 pm
.
Sorry to talk about mine for a moment in your thread. Black painted roof would better match the high gloss black of the B-pillars than vinyl. It would make the addition of a carbon rear roof spoiler, which I'm not thinking of getting, less in yer face.

What kind of money did painting your roof cost? (PM if you prefer).

Re your car, with a gloss black painted roof you wouldn't want a black vinyl bonnet, IMO.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: vRSAlex on July 01, 2012, 12:20:36 am
If you get a bonnet then it has to be with the stripe.

You want me to do a very realistic photoshop?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: Hurdy on July 01, 2012, 12:38:13 am
Personally, I'd have two carbon fibre stips against the wings showing to the bonnet crease and then have the centre all done in a red vinyl. :happy2:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: RedRobin on July 01, 2012, 12:40:00 am

Personally, I'd have two carbon fibre stips against the wings showing to the bonnet crease and then have the centre all done in a red vinyl. :happy2:


....That's one of the options I suggested in a PM about the carbon bonnet he's not thinking of getting  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2012, 09:49:39 am
So I cant hold my own sh*t.......

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2F013ebfb6.jpg&hash=74839440e83d592d8a4029b82b8a0a55ff1578aa)


 :jumping:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: rich83 on July 01, 2012, 10:31:01 am
What's going on with the tape?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2012, 10:33:31 am
What's going on with the tape?


Alex playing with ideas for a little bit to be left exposed carbon.  After alot of thought think Im decided on 100% red though tbh.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: rich83 on July 01, 2012, 10:43:46 am
I think something exposed would be good. At least you can see where your money's gone. :-)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: RedRobin on July 01, 2012, 10:49:46 am

I think something exposed would be good. At least you can see where your money's gone. :-)


....I went through the same dilemma but have carbon bits showing elsewhere and the bonnet vent gives a clue that it's not stock. You don't necessarily have to tell the world where you spend your money - The whole car does it for Mike anyway.

The Cupra bonnet shape is a very tricky design to expose carbon on.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2012, 10:54:00 am
I do see your point Rich.  But bought it for me as part of the mod 'plan' I had.  Vinyl will protect the condition and reversible if I fancy a change of get bored.  Easier for resale too  :smiley:

I know its Carbon.  As does anyone who's interested enough to read (Thank you if so!)  Anyway it will be obvious becacue my car will be 0.001seconds quicker to 60  :laugh:

An idea I had was to put an AKS / APR etc sticker on and paint the bonnet then remove the sticker like Jake did with his R on his carbon wing
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: vRSAlex on July 01, 2012, 10:54:45 am
The rear part of the bonnet which is plastic where the washer jets are located has a carbon panel that will het bonded on so that will be the exposed section of carbon.

I will get some more pics of it on Monday to explain better.

You not keen on leaving just that strip exposed then?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2012, 10:58:03 am
The rear part of the bonnet which is plastic where the washer jets are located has a carbon panel that will het bonded on so that will be the exposed section of carbon.

I will get some more pics of it on Monday to explain better.

You not keen on leaving just that strip exposed then?

Racked my brain but think I prefer the 'grown up' discreet aproach  :smiley:

Will be easier for you to wrap 100% too
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: RedRobin on July 01, 2012, 11:12:01 am

Racked my brain but think I prefer the 'grown up' discreet approach  :smiley:


....I was going to say that the AKS logo would work well (not too big and without the 'Tuning' text) exposed in carbon but then remembered that I was 'grown up' and discreet of course.

Don't do an APR logo - Vinyl cut applied sticker yes, but not the permanence of leaving exposed in carbon. Unless, of course, APR will give you a big turbo etc free of charge.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2012, 11:13:48 am


Exposed R on Jakes...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi715.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fww160%2Fjakethemoss%2FIMG_1577.jpg&hash=1765305d18c313805e631da12c294a7ff2955c0e)



Looks like I was on the lookout exactly a year ago....


Might be the same guy, Marc from Sorensen performance, try to give him a shout  :drinking:

Thanks!  Found it, bonnet is listed on their site  :evilgrin:

 :drinking:

From what info Jake gave me a year ago the bonnet was made by a chap at Keoniggseg?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2012, 11:26:38 am
The rear part of the bonnet which is plastic where the washer jets are located has a carbon panel that will het bonded on so that will be the exposed section of carbon.

I will get some more pics of it on Monday to explain better.

You not keen on leaving just that strip exposed then?

Think I finally understand this....

OEM black plastic bit fitted to the Carbon bonnet and a carbon piece stuck on top?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *New poll*
Post by: vRSAlex on July 01, 2012, 01:59:15 pm
The rear part of the bonnet which is plastic where the washer jets are located has a carbon panel that will het bonded on so that will be the exposed section of carbon.

I will get some more pics of it on Monday to explain better.

You not keen on leaving just that strip exposed then?

Think I finally understand this....

OEM black plastic bit fitted to the Carbon bonnet and a carbon piece stuck on top?

That's it.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: RedRobin on July 01, 2012, 03:28:17 pm

OEM black plastic bit fitted to the Carbon bonnet and a carbon piece stuck on top?


....That doesn't sound very elegant. Pic?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: Superted74 on July 01, 2012, 04:01:53 pm
Finally finished reading the full thread, yes it took a while. Your cars awesome!!

Good work sir :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2012, 04:03:54 pm
Finally finished reading the full thread, yes it took a while. Your cars awesome!!

Good work sir :happy2:

Thanks a lot. Appreciate there must've been coffee and red bull involved as its getting quite lengthy!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: cupra_buzz on July 01, 2012, 05:39:43 pm
Mate how much did the carbon bonnet set you back? I think just leave it standard carbon and whats the plastic clip things sat on it
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2012, 05:43:03 pm

Aero catches to keep it held down as its 3Kg  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: cupra_buzz on July 01, 2012, 05:45:49 pm

Aero catches to keep it held down as its 3Kg  :happy2:

how many pennies?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2012, 05:46:23 pm

Aero catches to keep it held down as its 3Kg  :happy2:

how many pennies?

12 zillion euros
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: cupra_buzz on July 01, 2012, 05:46:59 pm
how much? come on tell
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: Phil_T on July 01, 2012, 05:47:52 pm
Leave it carbon imo looks good with the rest of the car, If not just paint it all red. Ive just got a carbon diffuser & front splitter on the S3 & love it, Had to wait 13 weeks for them though  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: Cupra R on July 01, 2012, 05:47:56 pm

Aero catches to keep it held down as its 3Kg  :happy2:

how many pennies?

12 zillion euros

lol

Mike, when you do your next track day, give us a shout mate.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2012, 05:56:31 pm
Leave it carbon imo looks good with the rest of the car, If not just paint it all red. Ive just got a carbon diffuser & front splitter on the S3 & love it, Had to wait 13 weeks for them though  :laugh:

Waited four years for this Phil  :laugh:

If I could afford to wrap or paint the car dark grey i reckon I'd Definately leave it raw carbon

Least if I wrap it red I can remove it and go to carbon if I get bored



Aero catches to keep it held down as its 3Kg  :happy2:

how many pennies?

12 zillion euros

lol

Mike, when you do your next track day, give us a shout mate.

Will do mate.  Reckon you could get upto knockhill 15th?  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: Cupra R on July 01, 2012, 05:59:18 pm
Blimey, I take it that's this month? I doubt I could make that, a little more notice then it could of been a possibility and have a stop over lol.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2012, 06:02:19 pm
Blimey, I take it that's this month? I doubt I could make that, a little more notice then it could of been a possibility and have a stop over lol.

I can't seeing as my car is about a thousand miles away but I'll go if anyone else is.
Al Mac (speed blue LCR) is going if Vwracing sort his brakes out in time.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: Cupra R on July 01, 2012, 06:05:01 pm
Al got an LCR now?

Hmmm VWRacing Brakes eh, wouldn't mind some new stoppers myself.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2012, 06:09:50 pm
Al got an LCR now?

Hmmm VWRacing Brakes eh, wouldn't mind some new stoppers myself.

He's Having a nightmare getting a reply off matt at Vwracing for replacement rotors.
He might be just selling the Vwracing(project Mu) ones and getting the 370mm stasis kit.
He chopped the pr facelift for a facelift cupraR  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: Cupra R on July 01, 2012, 06:12:18 pm
Ah, I see.

Very nice.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: RobH on July 01, 2012, 09:43:08 pm
Al got an LCR now?

Hmmm VWRacing Brakes eh, wouldn't mind some new stoppers myself.

He's Having a nightmare getting a reply off matt at Vwracing for replacement rotors.
He might be just selling the Vwracing(project Mu) ones and getting the 370mm stasis kit.
He chopped the pr facelift for a facelift cupraR  :smiley:

Al's is a normal cupra with a cupra r exhaust. Isnt DaveB the uk retailer for project mu now?

Mike leave it carbon if you get bored you can always wrap it!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: Hurdy on July 01, 2012, 11:18:44 pm
Mike leave it carbon if you get bored you can always wrap it!

This ^^^^^^ is a great idea.  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2012, 11:20:09 pm
Mike leave it carbon if you get bored you can always wrap it!

This ^^^^^^ is a great idea.  :innocent:

The carbon whore himself  :grin:  Money saved on vinyl would go toward tidying the wheels up but still leaning toward the discrete approach  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: Hurdy on July 01, 2012, 11:35:21 pm
Mike leave it carbon if you get bored you can always wrap it!

This ^^^^^^ is a great idea.  :innocent:

The carbon whore himself  :grin:  Money saved on vinyl would go toward tidying the wheels up but still leaning toward the discrete approach  :innocent:

Good job you put an innocent smile after that quote Mike :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! Page 94*
Post by: Aweful_Truth on July 02, 2012, 12:39:31 am
i feel that if you can get a good colour match the vinyl would look great with just a small portion showing like the wing above, very tasteful and discrete  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! Page 94*
Post by: vRSAlex on July 02, 2012, 01:59:42 pm
Started doing the new battery box/tray:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FAKS_Tuning%2FMikes_Leon%2F_MG_3242.jpg&hash=d3e834dad3271dddf1cb853cc88550f4ee1cd144)

Off to fit the aero catches now  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! Page 94*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 02, 2012, 03:37:51 pm
Started doing the new battery box/tray:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FAKS_Tuning%2FMikes_Leon%2F_MG_3242.jpg&hash=d3e834dad3271dddf1cb853cc88550f4ee1cd144)

Off to fit the aero catches now  :happy2:

 :laugh: :party:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! Page 94*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 02, 2012, 06:52:22 pm

Also mini mod en route  :jumping:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2FUntitled-1.jpg&hash=1f157c9e3cc55c60d27170a2179f5e038d6d35fb)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: gazbutS3 on July 02, 2012, 07:31:07 pm
Leave it carbon imo looks good with the rest of the car, If not just paint it all red. Ive just got a carbon diffuser & front splitter on the S3 & love it, Had to wait 13 weeks for them though  :laugh:

sorry for the hijak Mike, but I need pics of this  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 02, 2012, 07:37:38 pm
Leave it carbon imo looks good with the rest of the car, If not just paint it all red. Ive just got a carbon diffuser & front splitter on the S3 & love it, Had to wait 13 weeks for them though  :laugh:

sorry for the hijak Mike, but I need pics of this  :smiley:

Page 94 ?  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: gazbutS3 on July 02, 2012, 07:50:11 pm
Leave it carbon imo looks good with the rest of the car, If not just paint it all red. Ive just got a carbon diffuser & front splitter on the S3 & love it, Had to wait 13 weeks for them though  :laugh:

sorry for the hijak Mike, but I need pics of this  :smiley:

Page 94 ?  :wink:


Phil's you fool  :laugh: but I think you knew that
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! *
Post by: Phil_T on July 02, 2012, 08:05:35 pm
Leave it carbon imo looks good with the rest of the car, If not just paint it all red. Ive just got a carbon diffuser & front splitter on the S3 & love it, Had to wait 13 weeks for them though  :laugh:

sorry for the hijak Mike, but I need pics of this  :smiley:

Two pics then no more hijak, Would have put them up in my thread on here but dont bother getting any comments or anything like on other forums from people to make me keep it upto date.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv493%2Fphilipturner14%2Faec1ef5a.jpg&hash=1d1f6a6f0b6a1829e829f1ccd546101f0a90ec22)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv493%2Fphilipturner14%2Fa20be3bb.jpg&hash=1c603caac19a51be73f4764eb70ef7bfc50b7082)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! Page 94*
Post by: gazbutS3 on July 02, 2012, 08:08:30 pm
OOO I like the front rascal, I'm about to get a spot of paint done on the front and the grey centre is looking a bit peppered, is it a cover or replacement, could you pm me the details Phil?

sorry Mike :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! Page 94*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 02, 2012, 08:11:50 pm
OOO I like the front rascal, I'm about to get a spot of paint done on the front and the grey centre is looking a bit peppered, is it a cover or replacement, could you pm me the details Phil?

sorry Mike :notworthy:

 :happy2:  Looks fantastic


Battery tray is nearly complete by the sounds, mini mod is on its way through Poland and then all the other bits to come  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! Page 94*
Post by: Phil_T on July 02, 2012, 08:15:14 pm
OOO I like the front rascal, I'm about to get a spot of paint done on the front and the grey centre is looking a bit peppered, is it a cover or replacement, could you pm me the details Phil?

sorry Mike :notworthy:

They wont do anymore pal only done two one on mine and Ians S3 & said he wont make any more diffusers but he will make the front if your after that. Just saw your other comment & they are both full carbon replacements

Btw Mike again leave the bonnet carbon!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! Page 94*
Post by: vRSAlex on July 03, 2012, 08:19:46 pm
Aero Catches fitted:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FAKS_Tuning%2FMikes_Leon%2F_MG_3243.jpg&hash=32e449d9232e9a0feb2d8c4547e7c049bd184287)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FAKS_Tuning%2FMikes_Leon%2F_MG_3244.jpg&hash=7db05262d3f6ed3a6cdaf44766299b1dc999294d)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FAKS_Tuning%2FMikes_Leon%2F_MG_3246.jpg&hash=40adc89935672fa4126aa16235683efe7e673060)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! Page 94*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 03, 2012, 08:21:20 pm
 :notworthy: :notworthy: Your bravery in chopping into it is very much appreciated, love it Alex thank you.  Cracking job

I might also add the raw carbon is growing on me again damn it lol.

Selling the Carbon piece for the scuttle  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! Page 94*
Post by: gazbutS3 on July 03, 2012, 08:36:22 pm
lookin good Mike,  :happy2:

Alex, you may want to think about sealing the cut edges of the carbon with some clear laquer or similar, the cut edges don't like being exposed there is a risk of moisture ingress causing delamination  :smiley: tell me to shut the F up if you have done :laugh:
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Post by: Phil_T on July 03, 2012, 08:41:13 pm
Love the bonnet with the pins, suits the car well in that pic
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 03, 2012, 08:43:28 pm

Would much weight be saved with a carbon roof skin or would it just be a money spending exercise?  :innocent:
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Post by: vRSAlex on July 03, 2012, 08:58:36 pm
lookin good Mike,  :happy2:

Alex, you may want to think about sealing the cut edges of the carbon with some clear laquer or similar, the cut edges don't like being exposed there is a risk of moisture ingress causing delamination  :smiley: tell me to shut the F up if you have done :laugh:

Ta for the reminder  :happy2:  I've not done it yet as there are a few other areas of the bonnet that need slight repair so while the gelcoat is mixed all the edges will get sealed up.  Just need mike to make his mind up on wrapping or not wrapping.

The skin on this bonnet is super thin.  You have to be careful when closing it.  If there was a strut then it would self open!
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Post by: danishmkvgti on July 03, 2012, 09:01:01 pm
Aero Catches fitted:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FAKS_Tuning%2FMikes_Leon%2F_MG_3243.jpg&hash=32e449d9232e9a0feb2d8c4547e7c049bd184287)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FAKS_Tuning%2FMikes_Leon%2F_MG_3244.jpg&hash=7db05262d3f6ed3a6cdaf44766299b1dc999294d)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FAKS_Tuning%2FMikes_Leon%2F_MG_3246.jpg&hash=40adc89935672fa4126aa16235683efe7e673060)

Looks great Alex, a PITA to fit isn't it?  :wink:

@Mike, here's some better shots of my previous fenders  :happy2:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi715.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fww160%2Fjakethemoss%2FIMG_0425.jpg&hash=b5385d4eba18eae5868b439213c498b83280dcb2)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi715.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fww160%2Fjakethemoss%2FIMG_0426.jpg&hash=0a6827f37ceb78005016a45b64a0d1e892eec8fe)

 :drinking:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 03, 2012, 09:02:54 pm
Im undecided.

Scuttle gloss black, with bonnet red

Scuttle red, bonnet raw carbon

scuttle standard, black plastic, bonnet red/ raw carbon.

You reccomend wrapping for a bit of 'protection' of the bonnet, Alex?  


@Jake, thank you for helping make this happen.  I was asking Marc about this for longer than I can remember  :drinking:
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Post by: danishmkvgti on July 03, 2012, 09:16:13 pm
Im undecided.

Scuttle gloss black, with bonnet red

Scuttle red, bonnet raw carbon

scuttle standard, black plastic, bonnet red/ raw carbon.

You reccomend wrapping for a bit of 'protection' of the bonnet, Alex?  


@Jake, thank you for helping make this happen.  I was asking Marc about this for longer than I can remember  :drinking:

You were in need  :wink:  :grin: , so i gladly helped it along  :drinking:
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Post by: vRSAlex on July 03, 2012, 09:20:27 pm
It wasn't that bad a fit really.  Its a pain to adjust the panel gaps and line up at the front perfectly, but playing with the middle catch to set the centre hight then using the aerocatches to pull the sides down has worked a treat.

Did you see it fitted to Marc's car Jake?

The bonnet on the ibiza never chipped or marked somehow.  With this one being so flexible it should be quite resistant too.
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Post by: DFish on July 03, 2012, 09:44:11 pm
Ummmm Carbon Scuttle on a silver bonnet.  :jumping: Alex best keep it there until next week. ;)

Fish
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Post by: Dannyboy88 on July 03, 2012, 10:22:20 pm
Red and carbon chequered flag sweeping across one corner of the bonnet  :happy2:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 03, 2012, 10:24:07 pm
Red and carbon chequered flag sweeping across one corner of the bonnet  :happy2:

Cool idea, think RStuning may have something similar on the meganes Carbon bonnet I think. Not keen though  :ashamed:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 03, 2012, 11:38:21 pm

It's getting closer  :laugh:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FPics_saved_from_the_net%2Fwheel2.jpg&hash=e7446a0e34e1d4c3ee8ba107e4d347da2abd2104)
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Post by: MAT ED30 on July 04, 2012, 08:36:12 am
Leave the bonnet as is for now you can always wrap it later
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Post by: RedRobin on July 04, 2012, 09:50:35 am

Leave the bonnet as is for now you can always wrap it later


....That's a very good idea: That way you can live with it for a while and decide more definitely whether to keep as is or wrap.  :happy2:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 04, 2012, 09:42:53 pm

Mod arrives in Uk  :jumping:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FPics_saved_from_the_net%2Ftracking.jpg&hash=d8f7ad4af1e67740c1c30fc9602c312dd8fa4178)
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Post by: jimk04 on July 04, 2012, 10:18:30 pm
Looking forward to seeing what this is!

When you're back in the area Mike....could I try a wheel over your brakes please?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 04, 2012, 10:22:10 pm
Looking forward to seeing what this is!

When you're back in the area Mike....could I try a wheel over your brakes please?

Im looking forward to seeing it fitted!

Im back in a couple of weeks mate.  Welcome to wheel fit but might not have my car back for a while.  I might not have time to collect it before I go to Afghan
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Post by: vRSAlex on July 04, 2012, 10:26:29 pm
Looking forward to seeing what this is!

When you're back in the area Mike....could I try a wheel over your brakes please?

18" Monza's?
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Post by: jimk04 on July 04, 2012, 10:28:26 pm
17s Alex! :ashamed:

I will collect and personally deliver your car to your house mate.! :signLOL:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 04, 2012, 10:31:21 pm
17s Alex! :ashamed:

I will collect and personally deliver your car to your house mate.! :signLOL:

I dont mind it locked away for the time being, its okay Jim  :wink:  :grin:
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Post by: jimk04 on July 04, 2012, 10:37:55 pm
Was worth a try!
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 04, 2012, 10:38:33 pm
Was worth a try!

 :wink:  Ive seen how you drive it  :P  :driver:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 05, 2012, 04:41:51 pm

So the mini mod arrived at AKS this morning....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2Fef9f8fc7.jpg&hash=ce8a9ff0f8ec01cbd5c4b3272aee3a07282bc465)

I may not be 100% happy with the quality of the finish when I see it so have emailed a pic to MJ interiors for an idea on how much it might  cost to re trim to a higher quality.  Hopefully it meets my anal standards when I see it

Happy to finally have a Flat bottomed MFSW though  :smiley:

Thoughts?

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Post by: b9rgo1234 on July 05, 2012, 04:53:44 pm
 :happy2: Not jealous much.
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Post by: Cupra R on July 05, 2012, 06:50:56 pm
It'll look better fitted  :happy2:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 05, 2012, 06:53:56 pm
It'll look better fitted  :happy2:

Cant wait to see it  :jumpmove:
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Post by: Cupra R on July 05, 2012, 06:56:28 pm
I can  :booty:


















Because I hope when I see it I don't want to buy one lol
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Post by: vRSAlex on July 05, 2012, 09:19:13 pm
Looks quite good all fitted!  :P
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 05, 2012, 09:20:29 pm
Looks quite good all fitted!  :P

 :fighting:  

Ive learned that the bonnet is one of two made by a chap who works at Koeniggseg.  This one and the other on Michels (MyGel on the forums) Crazy Big tubo, wide arched, 4x4 Mk2 Leon Cupra.  I dont think any more like this will be made but the tooling is still around.  Also the tooling / pattern for a carbon tailgate  :evilgrin:  :smiley:
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Post by: monte on July 06, 2012, 07:09:52 am
Steering wheel is  :drool: :drool: :drool:

If you re-trim it are you going for the same style?

The alcantara feel on a steering wheel is amazing  :notworthy:
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Post by: dodds-gttdi on July 06, 2012, 07:53:59 am
Wowee, love the steering wheel.  :love: You sure you gonna re-trim it? I quite llike it as is, half leather, half suede with the red leather 'steer stright' band.

Would you go for another style/design?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 06, 2012, 07:56:52 am
Wowee, love the steering wheel.  :love: You sure you gonna re-trim it? I quite llike it as is, half leather, half suede with the red leather 'steer stright' band.

Would you go for another style/design?

I would go for the same design if not all Alcantara still with red stitching / band at 12 o'clock
Just a better quality of finish so it's 100% oem+
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Post by: dodds-gttdi on July 06, 2012, 08:01:02 am
Mmmm. all alcantara with a (fully) flocked dash. I see where you're taking things. Love the idea, you've got my approval.  :happy2:

Awaiting fitted pics.  :popcornsoda:
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Post by: big al on July 06, 2012, 10:05:07 am
The quality looks better on that pic than when viewing it on my phone.
Making me think I should have gone for half alcantara half leather on mine now!  :stupid:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 06, 2012, 01:25:25 pm
The quality looks better on that pic than when viewing it on my phone.
Making me think I should have gone for half alcantara half leather on mine now!  :stupid:

Just need some pics of it fitted, Alex. (AKS Alex not you Al  :laugh:)  :party: :party:
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Post by: vRSAlex on July 06, 2012, 04:39:37 pm
As promised:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FAKS_Tuning%2FMikes_Leon%2F_MG_3249.jpg&hash=02a353d0e04727ca9f5de71d3628f8e9a8e3f43a)
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Post by: damoegan on July 06, 2012, 04:43:56 pm
 :congrats:

Me likey  :happy2:
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Post by: RedRobin on July 06, 2012, 04:44:25 pm
^^^^
Now that is very very nice indeed!  :drool: - I love the red accents.

How is the Alcantera likely to wear from hand contact?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 06, 2012, 04:53:36 pm
Will keep you posted on (Glove) to alcantara contact Robin  :wink:

It needs trimming as it doesnt match the flocking, not as dark  :sad1:

Thanks for the update Alex  :notworthy:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 06, 2012, 04:58:17 pm

Have I got another bloody bulb out. One blew last week.  I need to put a normal reverse bulb in.
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Post by: vRSAlex on July 06, 2012, 05:08:48 pm

Have I got another bloody bulb out. One blew last week.  I need to put a normal reverse bulb in.

Yep.  Came straight on when I picked the car up.

The pic makes it look lighter than it is.
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Post by: Cupra R on July 06, 2012, 05:10:36 pm
I like that very much Mike.

Where from and how much lol
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Post by: RedRobin on July 06, 2012, 05:14:50 pm

Will keep you posted on (Glove) to alcantara contact Robin  :wink:


....Ooooh! What sort of gloves are we talking about, Mike?

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.artcompound.ru%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F03%2FYellow-Submarine-1968.avi-00011.jpg&hash=79d055c0791ca319b846ef54097aa88a8af0376c)

^ I see you also now have a red matching 'M' for Mike on your shirt  :evilgrin:

[From The Beatles film "Yellow Submarine" for those too young to remember]

Will you be swopping the steering wheel for road use?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 06, 2012, 05:24:30 pm

There'll be no steering wheel swapping, just glove wearing  :innocent:

Would like some track day gloves
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Post by: RedRobin on July 06, 2012, 05:41:58 pm
.
I bought some gloves for go-karting and then some thin black suede(?) gloves at the 'Ring. To my surprise I have found that they make trackday driving very much more comfortable. And I don't suffer from sweaty palms.
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Post by: DFish on July 06, 2012, 07:32:50 pm
Mike, I've found the lights in the tailgate give false failure reports. Give them a wiggle and should be good.

Fish
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Post by: ashley on July 06, 2012, 08:31:26 pm
.
I bought some gloves for go-karting and then some thin black suede(?) gloves at the 'Ring. To my surprise I have found that they make trackday driving very much more comfortable. And I don't suffer from sweaty palms.

Robin's top tip: Gloves make ring action more comfortable  :wink:
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Post by: Top Cat on July 06, 2012, 09:01:24 pm
Lovin the wheel Mike.  :party:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 06, 2012, 09:34:47 pm
Mike, I've found the lights in the tailgate give false failure reports. Give them a wiggle and should be good.

Fish

Fish,

I've found your car needs a genuine one off carbon piece on the scuttle  :evilgrin:

Mike,
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Post by: big al on July 07, 2012, 03:20:44 am
Wheel looks goo dude. Would it not be cheaper to get the flocking edible in a diff shade to match the alcantara?
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Post by: DFish on July 07, 2012, 09:11:30 am
Fish,

I've found your car needs a genuine one off carbon piece on the scuttle  :evilgrin:

Mike,

We shall have a discussion about this after Thursday. A set of B16's might clean the bank balance out, but not 100% yet.

Fish
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 07, 2012, 02:07:33 pm

Before;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2F33992b8f-1.jpg&hash=889c8e9db39aa429e641500398a9a8dcee2a19cd)


After;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2F_MG_3249.jpg&hash=d0cb05049b4e5ce7e3db9da560244179ab6a3931)
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Post by: DFish on July 07, 2012, 04:14:00 pm
Prefer the original.

Fish
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Post by: GarethB on July 07, 2012, 04:16:25 pm
Looks superb Mike  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! Page 97*
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 07, 2012, 05:17:05 pm
Prefer the original.

Fish

Its making its way onto an Altea  :smiley:


Looks superb Mike  :happy2:

Thanks Gareth  :wink:





Lovin the wheel Mike.  :party:


Thanks TC  :drinking:
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Post by: Powervalve Nige on July 07, 2012, 07:46:16 pm
Sweet Mike - liking that a lot bud
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Post by: vRSAlex on July 07, 2012, 08:47:58 pm
Prefer the original.

Fish

Its making its way onto an Altea  :smiley:




It's made it!
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 07, 2012, 08:48:51 pm
Prefer the original.

Fish

Its making its way onto an Altea  :smiley:




It's made it!

It hasnt happened if there arent pics  :P
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Post by: geordie56 on July 08, 2012, 05:33:24 pm
Alright mike I seen your post on the cage page, all I will say is DO IT! It changes thinks phenomenally and looks awesome pal as you can see from pics of mine, steves and Neil's. Doesn't matter if you go full or half cage, obviously full stiffens it up a lot more and is a lot safer but you still get excellent benefits from a half cage aswell as practicality of not jumping over the cage if it's a full one! And you'll be first on this forum I believe to do it with a Cupra! :happy2:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 08, 2012, 05:41:44 pm
Alright mike I seen your post on the cage page, all I will say is DO IT! It changes thinks phenomenally and looks awesome pal as you can see from pics of mine, steves and Neil's. Doesn't matter if you go full or half cage, obviously full stiffens it up a lot more and is a lot safer but you still get excellent benefits from a half cage aswell as practicality of not jumping over the cage if it's a full one! And you'll be first on this forum I believe to do it with a Cupra! :happy2:

Bad influence.   :signLOL:

It will be back end of the this winter realistically unless I drop onto a used race car cage.  I dont think I have much hope of retaining the rear seats with a half cage but luckily we have 2 cars.
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 16, 2012, 12:28:57 pm
Currently jealous of this photo... (Stolen from Alexs Build Thread)


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ffordkaracing%2FOctavia_vRS%2F_MG_2005.jpg&hash=93c118afcce7c8beae1e9b8024099809f0fd4702)

Even the bloody Skoda gets the oil sensor in the sump!  :fighting:

On a random side note this thread is a year old next week  :star:
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Post by: rich83 on July 16, 2012, 01:20:37 pm
Why jelaous? TT arms?

That picture makes it very clear how much room the DSG unit takes up as it comes right up the the nearside front wishbone bolt.  :scared:
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Post by: RobH on July 16, 2012, 01:21:56 pm
Currently jealous of this photo... (Stolen from Alexs Build Thread)


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ffordkaracing%2FOctavia_vRS%2F_MG_2005.jpg&hash=93c118afcce7c8beae1e9b8024099809f0fd4702)

Even the bloody Skoda gets the oil sensor in the sump!  :fighting:

On a random side note this thread is a year old next week  :star:

Iirc Alex fit the oil sensor when he had the engine in bits, it wasnt standard fit.
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Post by: vRSAlex on July 16, 2012, 03:50:06 pm
Standard fit in the Skodas!  :happy2:
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Post by: jimk04 on July 17, 2012, 08:20:39 pm
Dont the ally TT arms remind you of the ally 944 turbo arms that we used to fit to mk1s :drinking:
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Post by: h4rdy on July 19, 2012, 10:36:07 pm
Looking good Mikey :drool:

Keep the bonnet in carbon and the SW looks very nice.
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 19, 2012, 10:36:59 pm
Looking good Mikey :drool:

Keep the bonnet in carbon and the SW looks very nice.

Thanks J  :happy2:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 19, 2012, 10:38:56 pm

I think its funny how many people on here say leave it raw carbon as its a more 'mature' community

Although we've had the maturity conversation, Justin haha
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Post by: rich83 on July 19, 2012, 10:40:34 pm
I was a nay sayer.... but i think leave it CF.  :happy2:
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Post by: RobH on July 19, 2012, 10:42:27 pm
Mike do we get a pic of the whole car with the Cf bonnet fitted? I still think leave it CF though.
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 19, 2012, 10:44:59 pm
Mike do we get a pic of the whole car with the Cf bonnet fitted? I still think leave it CF though.

Best ask Alex mate  :wink:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 28, 2012, 10:50:14 am


Went down with top chap 'Monte' Carlo and Bob to AKS tuning so he could get a couple of goodies and I could rinse the dust off the car and see my bonnet and steering wheel for the first time  :jumping:


Bob

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fcarlo_at_aks%2Fb357cd95.jpg&hash=b652126bb2c3b48a36817c55215d58c7b5b4d4ec)

Fitting the boot pop

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fcarlo_at_aks%2Fcd209c12.jpg&hash=42cd660a80281256088cae2afef252ded0f37863)

Have to say this works better on Carlos car than it did on my Leon with the Fabia struts.  My boot was super stiff to close and didnt open quite high enough but works perfectly on Carlos

All done, wonder what's been fitted....  :innocent:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fcarlo_at_aks%2F4b2d48d9.jpg&hash=3238442da7f01838f62bb85010b2b12da75c378f)

I didnt think to get a pic of the grin on Carlos face as they came back in from the test drive but it was funny  :grin:  
Was hillarious that Alex said put 'yer foot down during testing  and Carlo did so and just waited for the command to slow down  :driver:


Rinsing the dust off the Cupra

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fcarlo_at_aks%2F6e89855b.jpg&hash=0602d29a76ab81b7a29580a61d73b4e37d07ac05)

She's long overdue a full on detail  :sad1:  Cant wait to get her all in top condition  :love:


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fcarlo_at_aks%2F6292047c.jpg&hash=858d94b858acba2953d659ac897500fcee4fdb61)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fcarlo_at_aks%2F1b7532c9.jpg&hash=978b46f55479eec5bd6d9bc4d738c9ad7dee7667)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fcarlo_at_aks%2Fa77103b0.jpg&hash=b5cf66d8aa4f510d81e4d7b552d26d361baea3a2)



Massive thanks to Carlo for the lift down!  :notworthy: :notworthy:


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Post by: RedRobin on July 28, 2012, 12:36:54 pm
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Hey Mike! The exposed carbon bonnet really does suit your car very well - Much better than I thought it would. It's got plenty of shape and even ties in visually with the ClimAir's!

The other plus is that your carbon weave looks superior to the weave which OSIR uses and therefore looks better when exposed in a large 'flat' area.
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 28, 2012, 12:40:25 pm

Thanks Robin  :smiley: 

If I keep it raw carbon it will be to save money and have it wrapped red (or mostly red) at a later date.
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Post by: danishmkvgti on July 28, 2012, 02:06:37 pm
I pleased to have been a matchmaker for you on the bonnet Mike, really suits your car, but i'm still waiting for pictures of your car on different tracks in the UK  :P
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Post by: TheBIGJAYY on July 30, 2012, 04:01:14 pm
 :party: lurrrrve the carbon bonnet mate! not usually a big fan of leaving raw carbon on show but it matches the rest of your car really well!

id personally get it painted over having it wrapped, personally i would be scared of a colour match from having it wrapped or is this not normally an issue?

either way mate! love your motor!  :happy2:
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Post by: rich83 on July 30, 2012, 04:16:37 pm
Just a thought....

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/mike1.jpg)

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/mike2.jpg)

 :party:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 30, 2012, 04:17:04 pm
:party: lurrrrve the carbon bonnet mate! not usually a big fan of leaving raw carbon on show but it matches the rest of your car really well!

id personally get it painted over having it wrapped, personally i would be scared of a colour match from having it wrapped or is this not normally an issue?

either way mate! love your motor!  :happy2:

Thanks mate!

I'm weary of the match to and think its best to paint it and may end up doing. Just thought wrapping it would be easier to re sell...
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 30, 2012, 04:18:56 pm

Thanks very much for the ps rich it's exactly what I've discussed with robin before and Carlo on Friday.

I like  :wink:
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Post by: TheBIGJAYY on July 30, 2012, 04:24:09 pm
Just a thought....

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/mike1.jpg)

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/mike2.jpg)

 :party:

 :drool: do that mike! looks the nutz!! thats the part of the bonnet which was putting me off it but these pic's look awesome. nice work there rich  :smiley:
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Post by: rich83 on July 30, 2012, 04:24:22 pm
I think its a good idea... from the side the transition between the side pillar in red and bonnet in CF is ugly IMO. The lines of the car flow better with the side strips in red  :happy2:
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Post by: gazon69 on July 30, 2012, 05:35:22 pm
I think its a good idea... from the side the transition between the side pillar in red and bonnet in CF is ugly IMO. The lines of the car flow better with the side strips in red  :happy2:
+1 my thoughts exactly, i would deffo get it painted if it was mine, just my opinion though matey :happy2:
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Post by: RedRobin on July 31, 2012, 11:20:06 am
^^^^
I agree with Rich - The bonnet's red side lines flow better into the A-pillars and roof.

if you love it, Mike, do it for you and not for either resale or the next owner.  :happy2:
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Post by: yin on July 31, 2012, 11:30:18 am


I'm weary of the match to and think its best to paint it and may end up doing. Just thought wrapping it would be easier to re sell...

Don't worry about selling it paint it red i have a good home here for it if you don't like it :drool:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 31, 2012, 10:16:28 pm
Wish I took a couple of pics of the wheel stud conversion today on my visit to AKS, love the look of the studs and will make life easier and stop me from damaging my calipers on wheel changes  :smiley:

Getting a quote tomo for painting the bonnet red.
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Post by: keano on July 31, 2012, 10:23:15 pm
Tell me more about these studs mike!  :surprised: :party: :party: :party:
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Post by: DFish on July 31, 2012, 10:23:37 pm
Your 'stud' conversion does look the nuts... god I'm on a roll.  :laugh:

Something well worth looking at.

Fish
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 31, 2012, 10:28:18 pm
Tell me more about these studs mike!  :surprised: :party: :party: :party:

Because race car  :innocent:

Will get some pics soon nick.  H&R stud conversion not sure you'll get the centre caps on your reps with them though  :sad1: hopefully I'll be proven wrong
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Post by: keano on July 31, 2012, 10:31:27 pm
just bought some new hubs (again lol) wish I considered this first :(  :confused:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 31, 2012, 10:33:16 pm
just bought some new hubs (again lol) wish I considered this first :(  :confused:

New hubs?  :sad1: 
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Post by: keano on July 31, 2012, 10:36:18 pm
Yeah. Threaded mine with dodgy bolts :( Tried reboring them, but I'm constantly worried. Deutschemark are fitting them on sat :)  :driver:

Ps. did you buy your H&R thingys abroad?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 31, 2012, 10:38:27 pm

Stud conversion I got from Alex at Aks  :smiley:

Where are Deutschemark?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 02, 2012, 09:49:59 pm

as promised H&R Wheel studs...  Advertised as coming with an anti corrosive coating, yea right  :fighting:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2FIMAG0171.jpg&hash=199f501fe9f2c20316755deaae23875f253d1575)

Love the look of them in the flesh.  Will stop me destroying the 996TT calipers, make wheel changes easier (when I can afford winters / track rims)

Please ignore the paint on the wheels, they're being refurbed soon  :party:
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Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2012, 11:14:05 pm
Can you get long bolt covers to go on them mate?

(because race car?)
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Post by: E30Dom on August 02, 2012, 11:15:04 pm
You wanna tighten them nuts up mate...  :P
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 02, 2012, 11:16:03 pm
You wanna tighten them nuts up mate...  :P

Wondered how long that one would take lol  :ashamed:
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Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2012, 11:16:33 pm
You wanna tighten them nuts up mate...  :P


Maybe thats what happened to keanos wheel!!  :signLOL:
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Post by: E30Dom on August 02, 2012, 11:21:00 pm
You wanna tighten them nuts up mate...  :P

Wondered how long that one would take lol  :ashamed:

1Hr 25m 5s... Glad I didn't dissapoint! :drinking:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 02, 2012, 11:21:44 pm

 :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! Page 97*
Post by: keano on August 02, 2012, 11:33:58 pm
You wanna tighten them nuts up mate...  :P


Maybe thats what happened to keanos wheel!!  :signLOL:

 :angry015: :sad:
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Post by: E30Dom on August 02, 2012, 11:36:23 pm

 :grin: :grin:

Does look very racecar though... Love where this car is going...

Now... red wheels?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 02, 2012, 11:38:12 pm

 :grin: :grin:

Does look very racecar though... Love where this car is going...

Now... red wheels?

Do need another set so I can have track rubber last more than 10 minutes  :sad1:

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Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2012, 11:39:45 pm
10 minutes? what happened there?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 02, 2012, 11:41:16 pm
10 minutes? what happened there?

Just mean so I'm not using soft rubber on tesco runs lol

Wittering was evil on the 888s though  :scared:
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Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2012, 11:47:27 pm
Really? That Bad?

But i guess your right... maybe a bit over kill for the run to tesco.... asda... morrisons.... lidl
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 02, 2012, 11:48:37 pm

Pound stretcher?  :grin:
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Post by: Janner_Sy on August 03, 2012, 09:41:57 am

as promised H&R Wheel studs...  Advertised as coming with an anti corrosive coating, yea right  :fighting:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2FIMAG0171.jpg&hash=199f501fe9f2c20316755deaae23875f253d1575)


How come they are so long?  Id be interested in a set of these if they didnt protrude so much from the rim so much.

How much Mike?
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Post by: RedRobin on August 03, 2012, 10:03:18 am
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Mike, how about getting one of those wheel nut bars so that you can pop your alloys on and off with far less risk of damage. Sorry, I forgot what they are called but Awesome GTI sell them - I'll have a hunt for you and post a link if I'm successful. I find it very useful.

Can't find it on Awesome's huge site. It's an aluminium bar, about 6" long, threaded at one end same as a wheel bolt. It allows you to 'thread' the wheel on and off the hub without risking damage to either calipers or alloy etc and it also helps position the wheel more accurately: Use it at the uppermost bolt and work opposite positions in the usual way.
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 03, 2012, 10:04:30 am
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Mike, how about getting one of those wheel nut bars so that you can pop your alloys on and off with far less risk of damage. Sorry, I forgot what they are called but Awesome GTI sell them - I'll have a hunt for you and post a link if I'm successful. I find it very useful.

I know the ones Robin. You get get them from tps cheep enough. Iirc they are a part from the Audi TT toolkit too?
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Post by: rich83 on August 03, 2012, 10:06:44 am
What are you going to do about corrosion?
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Post by: monte on August 03, 2012, 05:13:52 pm
Some nice nuts here Mike  :wink:

Not sure if they will fit but gives you an idea of some thats available.  :laugh:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.japshop.co.uk%2Facatalog%2FGD-A073.jpg&hash=84ec9be0875938710b6ba1f9924c5bd58f11139b)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.japshop.co.uk%2Facatalog%2FGD-A075-1.jpg&hash=780553e8fb7a994987d3d3b4b4600623269610fa)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.japshop.co.uk%2Facatalog%2FGD-A075.jpg&hash=c600937573a5ddf597c9add780ec0885a0a73718)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.japshop.co.uk%2Facatalog%2FGD-A076.jpg&hash=6cd3ee5c312a8c03452281b9ebb72c23d4481b61)



You can buy em here...

http://www.japshop.co.uk/acatalog/Nissan_Wheel_Accessories.html
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Post by: monte on August 03, 2012, 05:14:51 pm
^^^^Not bad at £40 for 20  :happy2:
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Post by: damoegan on August 03, 2012, 05:47:31 pm
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Mike, how about getting one of those wheel nut bars so that you can pop your alloys on and off with far less risk of damage. Sorry, I forgot what they are called but Awesome GTI sell them - I'll have a hunt for you and post a link if I'm successful. I find it very useful.

I know the ones Robin. You get get them from tps cheep enough. Iirc they are a part from the Audi TT toolkit too?

I can make you one mate  :wink:
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Post by: rich83 on August 03, 2012, 05:50:47 pm
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Mike, how about getting one of those wheel nut bars so that you can pop your alloys on and off with far less risk of damage. Sorry, I forgot what they are called but Awesome GTI sell them - I'll have a hunt for you and post a link if I'm successful. I find it very useful.

I know the ones Robin. You get get them from tps cheep enough. Iirc they are a part from the Audi TT toolkit too?

I can make you one mate  :wink:

How much mate? i could do with one!  :happy2:
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Post by: damoegan on August 03, 2012, 05:51:30 pm
Few quid + postage  :happy2:
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Post by: rich83 on August 03, 2012, 05:56:14 pm
Few quid + postage  :happy2:

You haz a PM sir!
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Post by: damoegan on August 03, 2012, 05:58:45 pm
Few quid + postage  :happy2:

You haz a PM sir!

 :happy2:
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Post by: keano on August 03, 2012, 07:30:31 pm
Don't even know what your on about Damo. But I want one too :) send me a pm when your ready :happy2:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 03, 2012, 07:50:32 pm
Have a buyer for a linkage & bushes next month Damo  :happy2:

Anyway... Lol
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Post by: damoegan on August 03, 2012, 08:31:25 pm
Have a buyer for a linkage & bushes next month Damo  :happy2:

Anyway... Lol

Not even fitted mine yet, Mike  :ashamed:

2 of the dayshift (there was only 4 of us to start with!) at work have been made redundant and the storman is on long term sick (I'm the only other person on site who can do the store's!) so I dont even have time to fart at work at the mo  :sad1:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 03, 2012, 08:33:43 pm

Oh dear  :sad1:
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Post by: vRSAlex on August 03, 2012, 10:05:30 pm
Always time to fart!

Sy, used the longer studs on Mike's car incase he wants to run larger spacers in the future.  Shorter lengths are available.
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 03, 2012, 10:06:41 pm
Are these now the 50mm, Alex? They  didnt look too long in the flesh :smiley:
I quite liked the look

You have PM  :wink:
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Post by: monte on August 03, 2012, 10:10:17 pm

Are these now the 50mm,     Alex didnt look too long in the flesh

You have PM  :wink:


Whaaaaaaat?????  :confused: :confused: :confused:
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Post by: vRSAlex on August 03, 2012, 10:10:28 pm

Are these now the 50mm, Alex didnt look too long in the flesh

You have PM  :wink:

Not the first time I've heard that Mike!  Didn't realise you were looking so hard. :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! Page 97*
Post by: monte on August 03, 2012, 10:11:21 pm

Are these now the 50mm,     Alex didnt look too long in the flesh

You have PM  :wink:


Whaaaaaaat?????  :confused: :confused: :confused:


You saw your mistake then?  :laugh:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 03, 2012, 10:12:33 pm

Indeed lazy punctuation innuendo lol
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Post by: monte on August 03, 2012, 10:17:51 pm
I had a dream the other night that Alex supplied and fitted the full kit of Superpro bushes and consoles to my car....
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Post by: monte on August 03, 2012, 10:18:16 pm
....for free :party:
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Post by: vRSAlex on August 03, 2012, 10:21:04 pm
Definitely a dream Carlo!
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 03, 2012, 10:21:33 pm
....for free :party:

Funny I dreamt of having an in tank fuel pump, afi manifold and gt3071 fitted  :laugh:
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Post by: monte on August 03, 2012, 10:27:28 pm
....Seriously though Alex, pm me a rough price for all the bushes inc fitting  :wink:
I don't want to spam Mikees thread up  :ashamed:

Also what ARBs do u recommend for daily use? Can you send me a price for those too?


After the inter cooler I need something else to save up for  :innocent:
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Post by: Matto on August 05, 2012, 01:01:26 pm
Saw your car for the first time in the flesh yesterday while at AKS. Nice looking motor I must say. Sounds good too. Keep up the good work  :happy2:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 05, 2012, 01:05:29 pm
Saw your car for the first time in the flesh yesterday while at AKS. Nice looking motor I must say. Sounds good too. Keep up the good work  :happy2:

Thanks mate.  Getting me down atm as she needs some tlc to get her perfect again but it's all been seen to  :smiley:
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Post by: Matto on August 05, 2012, 01:41:55 pm
You'll get there I'm sure. What you having done at the minute?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 05, 2012, 01:57:50 pm
You'll get there I'm sure. What you having done at the minute?

Wheel refurb, wheel stud conversion, custom fabricated battery tray, carbon bonnet/ aero catches, full polybush chassis, ground control adjustable top mounts, fast road alignment, uprated shifter bracket bushes, uprated TB pipe, new custom flat bottomed MFSW, oil change, cam follower, arches rolled, erm think I'm forgetting something lol
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Post by: Matto on August 05, 2012, 04:37:07 pm
Oh right haha. Not just a little wash and polish then lol.
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 05, 2012, 04:58:23 pm
Oh right haha. Not just a little wash and polish then lol.

 :innocent: can't wait till its finished   :laugh:
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Post by: rich83 on August 05, 2012, 05:48:47 pm
Oh right haha. Not just a little wash and polish then lol.

 :innocent: can't wait till its finished   :laugh:

The day this car is finished will be the day that I die....  :signLOL:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 05, 2012, 05:56:35 pm
Oh right haha. Not just a little wash and polish then lol.

 :innocent: can't wait till its finished   :laugh:

The day this car is finished will be the day that I die....  :signLOL:

Places me in a bit of a moral dilemma there Rich  :scared:
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Post by: rich83 on August 05, 2012, 05:58:30 pm
Not really.... I'm safe!   :grin:
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Post by: Andy on August 05, 2012, 10:04:33 pm
You'll get there I'm sure. What you having done at the minute?

Wheel refurb, wheel stud conversion, custom fabricated battery tray, carbon bonnet/ aero catches, full polybush chassis, ground control adjustable top mounts, fast road alignment, uprated shifter bracket bushes, uprated TB pipe, new custom flat bottomed MFSW, oil change, cam follower, arches rolled, erm think I'm forgetting something lol

good little list then Mike :notworthy:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 05, 2012, 10:13:29 pm

Thanks Andy  :drinking: :drinking:
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Post by: Akz on August 06, 2012, 10:53:12 pm
tidy motor mate. too many pages to go through to read it all though lol. I've got a stage 2 black/purple leon, any extras you could suggest? I'm gona go down the fuel pump route soon I think!

Allan
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 06, 2012, 10:54:18 pm
tidy motor mate. too many pages to go through to read it all though lol. I've got a stage 2 black/purple leon, any extras you could suggest? I'm gona go down the fuel pump route soon I think!

Allan

Thanks mate :)

What sort of things would you like to do?
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Post by: Akz on August 07, 2012, 09:16:40 am
I'm looking to go stage 2+ eventually but I think I should get more supporting mods to go with it first. Anything you would suggest? Or do you know of anything for sale? Thanks Allan
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 07, 2012, 09:20:12 am
I'm looking to go stage 2+ eventually but I think I should get more supporting mods to go with it first. Anything you would suggest? Or do you know of anything for sale? Thanks Allan

Always worth checking the car parts section to save a few quid  :happy2:

There aren't many mods I haven't done or tried now so welcome to drop me a message if you want any thoughts on anything  :happy2:
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Post by: Akz on August 07, 2012, 02:48:10 pm
Keeping my eye on it just now mate, cant bloody post anything on it yet though!

Do you have a WALK?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 07, 2012, 03:14:49 pm
Keeping my eye on it just now mate, cant bloody post anything on it yet though!

Do you have a WALK?

Current spec list is on page 1  :wink:

I had WALK. Felt a nice improvement but the bushes perished, I've since swapped to the superpro version that is better made IMO
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Post by: Bignod00 on August 07, 2012, 03:19:58 pm
Keeping my eye on it just now mate, cant bloody post anything on it yet though!

Do you have a WALK?

I had WALK. Felt a nice improvement but the bushes perished, I've since swapped to the superpro version that is better made IMO
Keeping a close eye on my WALK after your experience mate, will be getting the SuperPro Consoles for sure if my WALK goes the way of the dodo!;)
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Post by: h4rdy on August 07, 2012, 05:11:31 pm
I have super pro and they are nicely made and apparently don't split.

Keeping my eye on it just now mate, cant bloody post anything on it yet though!

Do you have a WALK?

Current spec list is on page 1  :wink:

I had WALK. Felt a nice improvement but the bushes perished, I've since swapped to the superpro version that is better made IMO
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Post by: Akz on August 07, 2012, 09:23:20 pm
Never heard of the superpro, could be one to look into though by the sounds of it!
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 07, 2012, 09:24:38 pm
Never heard of the superpro, could be one to look into though by the sounds of it!

You might be lucky enough to just  sneak onto the Group buy that just recently ended for 20% off  :wink:

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Post by: vRSAlex on August 07, 2012, 09:35:49 pm
Never heard of the superpro, could be one to look into though by the sounds of it!

You might be lucky enough to just  sneak onto the Group buy that just recently ended for 25% off  :wink:



Depends if you ask nicely  :happy2:
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Post by: jamie_dub on August 08, 2012, 01:43:15 am
looking good dude
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 17, 2012, 02:05:25 pm

Hmmmmmm

http://www.lexan-windows.com/window-kits-windscreens/seat-leon-mk-2-supa-coppa-2005-lexan-rear-screen.html (http://www.lexan-windows.com/window-kits-windscreens/seat-leon-mk-2-supa-coppa-2005-lexan-rear-screen.html)

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Post by: E30Dom on August 17, 2012, 02:10:51 pm

Hmmmmmm

http://www.lexan-windows.com/window-kits-windscreens/seat-leon-mk-2-supa-coppa-2005-lexan-rear-screen.html (http://www.lexan-windows.com/window-kits-windscreens/seat-leon-mk-2-supa-coppa-2005-lexan-rear-screen.html)



Are you going race-car? buckets, roll cage etc? Surely you need these before going Lighter glass? Oh and it needs to be certain thickness if you're worried about FIA approved mods...
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 17, 2012, 02:13:41 pm

Will be very Mr P esque this time next year  :innocent:  With probably a few less ponies.

The poly carbonate could save a fair bit of weight though and lower the centre of gravity.
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Post by: E30Dom on August 17, 2012, 02:33:25 pm

Will be very Mr P esque this time next year  :innocent:  With probably a few less ponies.

The poly carbonate could save a fair bit of weight though and lower the centre of gravity.

I dunno, one trackday and he turns all racecar...  :signLOL:

Sweet plans though, why less ponies?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 17, 2012, 02:35:58 pm

Will be very Mr P esque this time next year  :innocent:  With probably a few less ponies.

The poly carbonate could save a fair bit of weight though and lower the centre of gravity.

I dunno, one trackday and he turns all racecar...  :signLOL:

Sweet plans though, why less ponies?

Less pennies  :sad1: 
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Post by: RedRobin on August 17, 2012, 04:33:25 pm
.
Mike, please don't take this a wrong way, but have you considered paying for some track training before going so far on spending to convert your car to a trackday car? Remapping the brain is invaluable.
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 17, 2012, 04:38:54 pm
.
Mike, please don't take this a wrong way, but have you considered paying for some track training before going so far on spending to convert your car to a trackday car? Remapping the brain is invaluable.

I'll at least have tuition at every event but would happily do a course if one presented itself and seemed worthwhile

The cars hardly going to be a 'race car' just a lot more track orientated so I can enjoy it and develop myself on track
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Post by: RedRobin on August 17, 2012, 04:42:00 pm
^^^^
:happy2:

Tuition on each track is great, especially when it's (as usually the case) someone who also knows that track very well.

Trackday weapon < Enjoy!!  :drinking:
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Post by: E30Dom on August 17, 2012, 04:42:32 pm
.
Mike, please don't take this a wrong way, but have you considered paying for some track training before going so far on spending to convert your car to a trackday car? Remapping the brain is invaluable.

I'll at least have tuition at every event but would happily do a course if one presented itself and seemed worthwhile

The cars hardly going to be a 'race car' just a lot more track orientated so I can enjoy it and develop myself on track

Schweet, it's gonna be a weapon...

Sorry so will you have less ponies or less pennies?  :confused:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 17, 2012, 06:10:01 pm
.
Mike, please don't take this a wrong way, but have you considered paying for some track training before going so far on spending to convert your car to a trackday car? Remapping the brain is invaluable.

I'll at least have tuition at every event but would happily do a course if one presented itself and seemed worthwhile

The cars hardly going to be a 'race car' just a lot more track orientated so I can enjoy it and develop myself on track

Schweet, it's gonna be a weapon...

Sorry so will you have less ponies or less pennies?  :confused:

Both haha.  Depending how pennies are Alex at AKS has some big power plans for me should
I decide to keep hunting power
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Post by: Cupra R on August 17, 2012, 06:16:31 pm
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Mike, please don't take this a wrong way, but have you considered paying for some track training before going so far on spending to convert your car to a trackday car? Remapping the brain is invaluable.

I'll at least have tuition at every event but would happily do a course if one presented itself and seemed worthwhile

The cars hardly going to be a 'race car' just a lot more track orientated so I can enjoy it and develop myself on track

Schweet, it's gonna be a weapon...

Sorry so will you have less ponies or less pennies?  :confused:

Both haha.  Depending how pennies are Alex at AKS has some big power plans for me should
I decide to keep hunting power

Do tell, I'm intrigued ;-)
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Post by: Bernhard30 on August 17, 2012, 06:18:04 pm
The Pony Hunter, wasn't that a Robert de Niro film or am I getting confused??
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 20, 2012, 01:23:44 am

Couple of mini mods on the cards this week  :innocent:
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Post by: h4rdy on August 20, 2012, 10:36:26 am
 :jumpmove: :popcornsoda:
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Post by: damoegan on August 20, 2012, 06:59:47 pm
 :popcornsoda:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 20, 2012, 07:00:20 pm
Nothing exciting!
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Post by: h4rdy on August 21, 2012, 07:39:52 am
 :sad1:
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Post by: gobbleplease on September 07, 2012, 08:53:13 am
Let us know how you get on with the ground control adjustable top mounts, if they are too clunky etc
When are they getting fitted
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Post by: Deako on September 07, 2012, 08:54:36 am
What you up to Sunday Mike? See my link in the Events section for details on Curborough. There is still a couple of spaces left due to pull outs!! ;)
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 07, 2012, 09:04:19 am
Let us know how you get on with the ground control adjustable top mounts, if they are too clunky etc
When are they getting fitted

They should be fitted in the next week or so  :jumping: :party:


What you up to Sunday Mike? See my link in the Events section for details on Curborough. There is still a couple of spaces left due to pull outs!! ;)


Thanks for the invite / heads up Nick.  I'd love to he the car on track again. I've just had my road tax refunded and SORN as I'm supposed to be in Afghanistan at the minute, am being royally F**ked around with this deployment so I'm leaving the car with Alex at AKS to get through the list of mods / jobs I've left him with until I get back.
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Post by: Deako on September 07, 2012, 12:24:29 pm
Who is Nick?  :indifferent: :laugh:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 07, 2012, 12:31:06 pm
Who is Nick?  :indifferent: :laugh:

Meant Luke  :laugh: sorry
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Post by: Deako on September 07, 2012, 12:33:18 pm
No worries, sorry to hear about the deployment issues.
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Post by: Hurdy on September 07, 2012, 12:54:07 pm
I thought you were stopping modding the Cupra and getting an .:R Mike  :laugh:

Mike, If you wanted to come down to Curby for fits and giggles I could probably arrange to pick you up :happy2:
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Post by: RedRobin on September 08, 2012, 09:48:06 am

I thought you were stopping modding the Cupra and getting an .:R Mike  :laugh:

Mike, If you wanted to come down to Curby for fits and giggles I could probably arrange to pick you up :happy2:


....It would be rude to say no, Mike!  :evilgrin:
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Post by: Nodz on September 09, 2012, 10:46:39 am
I got to see your car in the flesh when I was at AKS last weekend and it does look the nuts  :happy2:

Carrying on from Rich's PS of the red on the side of the CF bonnet, if you follow the red from the a piller on one side down the side of bonnet that line then goes into the bumper curves round and back up the other side. My thought is for the bit between that curve on the bumper and the front grill is, if its possible, to wrap/paint it black to match the roof or CF to match the bonnet, I think this would tie it all in together nicely as then it would all flow from the curve on the bumper all the way through the car :happy2:
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Post by: mark-cupra on September 11, 2012, 06:59:38 pm
Jesus christ you've got some pages in the build thread on here haha!  :surprised:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 11, 2012, 07:01:37 pm
Jesus christ you've got some pages in the build thread on here haha!  :surprised:

Fair play to you if you made it all the way through  :congrats:

I keep meaning to try and index my 1st page
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 11, 2012, 10:03:23 pm

I have 100% decided on the bonnet.....

Outside all Painted Red, underside left Raw Carbon  :happy2:
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Post by: Matto on September 11, 2012, 10:58:19 pm

I have 100% decided on the bonnet.....

Outside all Painted Red, underside left Raw Carbon  :happy2:

Only took 12 pages to come to your conclusion  :P

I think it will look good though. I will be seeing it again on saturday.
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Post by: monte on September 12, 2012, 07:15:35 am
Not even 1 little clue that it's carbon on the outside? ALL Red?

.....little cupra logo in carbon?  :popcornsoda:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 12, 2012, 07:26:02 am
Not even 1 little clue that it's carbon on the outside? ALL Red?

.....little cupra logo in carbon?  :popcornsoda:

All red  :happy2:
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Post by: Janner_Sy on September 12, 2012, 10:21:39 am

I have 100% decided on the bonnet.....

Outside all Painted Red, underside left Raw Carbon  :happy2:

great choice mate.  I got the idea the other night that Nat wasnt impressed by the carbon look  :grin:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 12, 2012, 10:23:06 am

I have 100% decided on the bonnet.....

Outside all Painted Red, underside left Raw Carbon  :happy2:

great choice mate.  I got the idea the other night that Nat wasnt impressed by the carbon look  :grin:

Nat hates carbon. It's not her car though  :mad: 


Mini update. . . The full superpro poly bush kit gets fitted today  :party:
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Post by: Hurdy on September 12, 2012, 10:26:54 am
Those bushes should tighten things up on the Cupra nicely Mike.  :happy2:
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Post by: RedRobin on September 12, 2012, 10:29:32 am

I have 100% decided on the bonnet.....

Outside all Painted Red, underside left Raw Carbon  :happy2:


great choice mate.  I got the idea the other night that Nat wasnt impressed by the carbon look  :grin:


Nat hates carbon. It's not her car though  :mad:  

Mini update. . . The full superpro poly bush kit gets fitted today  :party:


....You are NOT going to like the SuperPro bush kit, Mike! :wink:  :evilgrin:

I'm in the process of writing a Review which I hope to post later today.

Red topside and carbon underbelly is quite sexy and subtle (says he who has done the same).
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 12, 2012, 10:38:47 am
Those bushes should tighten things up on the Cupra nicely Mike.  :happy2:

I felt like it handled very well on the Trackday so I can't wait to see what difference it makes  :jumping:


@ Robin, I look forward to your review!
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Post by: Janner_Sy on September 12, 2012, 10:41:12 am
Those bushes should tighten things up on the Cupra nicely Mike.  :happy2:

I felt like it handled very well on the Trackday so I can't wait to see what difference it makes  :jumping:


Well you've seen the difference they ade on my car which has only 11k on it, so like you say yours has 60k+ so should be an even bigger difference.
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Post by: h4rdy on September 14, 2012, 12:11:24 am
Those bushes should tighten things up on the Cupra nicely Mike.  :happy2:

I felt like it handled very well on the Trackday so I can't wait to see what difference it makes  :jumping:


@ Robin, I look forward to your review!

Believe me Mike there is a massive difference.

A more direct involvement in steering for one.

Everything is just................tighter.

One of the single best mods I did.
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Post by: Aaroncupra on September 14, 2012, 06:51:21 pm

Scrapper  :P :signLOL:

Well mate how's the car feeling now then?  :driver:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 14, 2012, 10:57:29 pm

Scrapper  :P :signLOL:

Well mate how's the car feeling now then?  :driver:

Dunno yet she's tucked away at AKS
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Post by: RedRobin on September 14, 2012, 11:01:56 pm
^^^^
I've lost track, Mike, are you out of the UK?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 14, 2012, 11:07:09 pm
Sorry, Robin.  Basically my deployment was meant to be April, it has been postponed a number of times throughout the year to the point im getting fed up of preparing for it financially  / mentally and am struggling to take it seriously.  Couple of weeks ago it was a day before the confirmed flights that we were told to stand down again.

I got a refund on my road tax and gave alex a list of jobs to be doing while 'Im away' but dont want to put it on the road untill I know whats happening
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Post by: RedRobin on September 14, 2012, 11:09:34 pm
^^^^
I sympathise! And can understand not wanting to put her back on the road until you know where you are. That must be so frustrating.
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 14, 2012, 11:10:24 pm
^^^^
I sympathise! And can understand not wanting to put her back on the road until you know where you are. That must be so frustrating.

Frustrating isnt the word, has had countless implications  :fighting:
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Post by: Aaroncupra on September 14, 2012, 11:22:03 pm

Scrapper  :P :signLOL:

Well mate how's the car feeling now then?  :driver:

Dunno yet she's tucked away at AKS

Ah rite,

Something for you to look forward to  :smiley:
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Post by: vRSAlex on September 18, 2012, 08:51:55 pm
Here are some pics from last week.

Fully fitted Superpro bush kit:

 (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FAKS_Tuning%2FMikes_Leon%2F_MG_3395.jpg&hash=e22b621f5dee2978da63c8e646a0f8b9c8938c68)

Original top mounts next to the sexy new Ground Control top mounts:

 (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FAKS_Tuning%2FMikes_Leon%2F_MG_3397.jpg&hash=9f924478575a972c4d91d7bd7ab9f087cf7697a3)

Top mounts fitted to the V3 coilovers:

 (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FAKS_Tuning%2FMikes_Leon%2F_MG_3398.jpg&hash=0252e963c0c3a391d5a6d0561743e5a9ca9ddefe)

AKS solid shifter bracket bushes all fitted:

 (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FAKS_Tuning%2FMikes_Leon%2F_MG_3399.jpg&hash=9eaf6e68c40ce25aeb5d963ff550c39dd6a15217)

The battery tray is complete.  Just need to drop it off with the powdercoaters to be done satin black.  Will upload the pics tomorrow.  :happy2:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 18, 2012, 08:54:10 pm

 :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:

 :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats:

 :notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 18, 2012, 09:03:03 pm
Thanks so much to Alex for everything so far.  Puts up with my nagging and questions on a regular basis!

Lots more to come (work on the car not nagging).   :evilgrin:

Here are the AKS shifter bushes before fitting

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2F45B717F6-50E4-4E3B-8DDB-3BF897E589A0-21877-0000065F7AEBE6F6.jpg&hash=a615b9f9540df04948b53187c85d5a65e2017dec)

An inexpensive mod and when fitted alongside the dd42 shifter bushes and a short throw linkage makes for a fantastic feeling gear shift.  Very 'direct and connected' without being stiff or notchy  :smiley:
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Post by: damoegan on September 18, 2012, 09:28:36 pm
 :drool: indeed  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: RedRobin on September 18, 2012, 10:11:05 pm

Top mounts fitted to the V3 coilovers:

 (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FAKS_Tuning%2FMikes_Leon%2F_MG_3398.jpg&hash=0252e963c0c3a391d5a6d0561743e5a9ca9ddefe)


....So what do you and Alex say will be the advantage of adding those tops to the KW V3's?

[This is a foolish question to ask because it may empty my wallet yet again]
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 18, 2012, 10:15:35 pm

Alex says they will 'sag' less and be firmer.  Then of course there is the adjustability opening your options on different geometry setups

Also they look  :drool:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Aaroncupra on September 18, 2012, 10:18:08 pm


Very nice Mike  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: RedRobin on September 18, 2012, 10:39:31 pm

Alex says they will 'sag' less and be firmer.


....I don't think he was talking about your top mounts when he said that, Mike!

Perhaps a different kind of 'top mount' entirely  :wink:. What Rachael calls "Hoo Hoo Dillies"?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 18, 2012, 10:41:44 pm

Alex says they will 'sag' less and be firmer.


....I don't think he was talking about your top mounts when he said that, Mike!

Perhaps a different kind of 'top mount' entirely  :wink:. What Rachael calls "Hoo Hoo Dillies"?

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fqq354%2FSharru661%2FFacepalm.png&hash=f8a2b0ed9082d74e9fefba06198bfad015237aad)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: RedRobin on September 18, 2012, 10:52:40 pm

Alex says they will 'sag' less and be firmer.  

Also they look
 :drool:


....I think that qualifies as forum quote of the day!  :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: stealthwolf on September 18, 2012, 10:54:31 pm
Hoo hoo dilly is what a man sticks into a woman's chacha.

It is not slang for breasts. Does no one watch South Park anymore?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: RedRobin on September 18, 2012, 10:58:13 pm

Hoo hoo dilly is what a man sticks into a woman's chacha.

It is not slang for breasts. Does no one watch South Park anymore?


....As in introducing the Gentleman Sausage to The Lady Garden?

I think someone ought to tell Rachael what she has been referring to when she posts about her Hoo Hoo Dillies! No, I have never watched "South Park".
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 18, 2012, 10:58:48 pm
How do I fit awesome kit to the car and get half a page about tits  :grin:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fh205%2Fschmooze_photos%2Ffacepalm.jpg&hash=70206621f00a94008c56ab6d851554f03febac42)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: RedRobin on September 18, 2012, 11:02:04 pm
.
Quickly back on topic:

Thanks for that info about the adjustability, Mike. They'll obviously be useful when you start going on different tracks.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Matto on September 19, 2012, 06:32:24 am
Progressing niciely mate. Always nice getting new whiney things fitted  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: danishmkvgti on September 19, 2012, 06:35:16 am
In Mike's case they will help making clearance for the whells as adding more camber to the top of the coilover gives mores clearance between tyre and fender  :happy2: . It also lowers the roll centre which has a negative effect on the handling carateristics of the car on the twisties  :ashamed:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: h4rdy on September 19, 2012, 12:00:09 pm
Hhhhhmmmmm I do like the sound of those topmounts.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: RedRobin on September 19, 2012, 03:18:02 pm

It also lowers the roll centre which has a negative effect on the handling carateristics of the car on the twisties  :ashamed:


....Don't you mean that by lowering the roll centre, the Ground Control top mounts then improve the handling characteristics of the car on twisties and hence this is a positive effect. Perhaps you were referring to camber when you used the word "negative". Or have I misunderstood you, Jake?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! Page 97*
Post by: DFish on September 19, 2012, 04:10:21 pm
Here are the AKS shifter bushes before fitting

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2F45B717F6-50E4-4E3B-8DDB-3BF897E589A0-21877-0000065F7AEBE6F6.jpg&hash=a615b9f9540df04948b53187c85d5a65e2017dec)

An inexpensive mod and when fitted alongside the dd42 shifter bushes and a short throw linkage makes for a fantastic feeling gear shift.  Very 'direct and connected' without being stiff or notchy  :smiley:

I have a different brand of these fitted and can only agree with this. Makes gear changes smooth effortless.

Fish
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: danishmkvgti on September 19, 2012, 05:07:20 pm

It also lowers the roll centre which has a negative effect on the handling carateristics of the car on the twisties  :ashamed:


....Don't you mean that by lowering the roll centre, the Ground Control top mounts then improve the handling characteristics of the car on twisties and hence this is a positive effect. Perhaps you were referring to camber when you used the word "negative". Or have I misunderstood you, Jake?

You misunderstood RR, lowering the roll centre is bad, JonnyC explained it to me once, i'll try and dig it out, see if i still have it  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: danishmkvgti on September 19, 2012, 05:10:35 pm
Sorry i haven't got the pm from JonnyC anymore, but here's a bit about the subject:

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,7823.msg222742.html#msg222742
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: RedRobin on September 19, 2012, 05:19:48 pm
^^^^
Ah! Understood  :drinking:

Lower position of ball joint = higher centre of roll.

TT arms also do this?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 19, 2012, 05:21:59 pm

How will the top mounts lower the roll centre, Jake? Cheers

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: danishmkvgti on September 19, 2012, 06:59:39 pm

How will the top mounts lower the roll centre, Jake? Cheers



actually, looking for the info from JonnyC i couldn't remember the argument for, but i'm sure the top mounts was bad compared to doing the tt lower arms. I'm just not sure why anymore  :grin:
Maybe Alex has some info on pro and cons for the top mounts??
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Janner_Sy on September 19, 2012, 10:52:06 pm
it was something like top mounts pushed the roll centre away from the optimum level, but TT arms moved it towards it.  iirc he said something along the lines of having both allowed you to keep a good roll centre
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Top Cat on September 20, 2012, 10:20:18 am
This ^^^  Basically there is more benefit adding camber from the bottom than  the top. Wider track lower rolling centre, more contact patch bla bla. This being said i am guessing the differences would be minimal unless you could achieve lots of camber with both. Every little helps though when on track near the limit ( or your just a mad modder.  :laugh: )
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: RedRobin on September 20, 2012, 10:29:13 am

Every little helps though when on track near the limit ( or your just a mad modder.  :laugh: )


....We don't know any mad modders on here though, do we.

Though there's a lad called Mike with a Cupra..................

He is going to enjoy himself when he gets the opportunity to do trackdays more  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: the bruce on September 20, 2012, 05:29:38 pm
I need to assume Jake is right:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi715.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fww160%2Fjakethemoss%2FTT_lower_control_arms.jpg&hash=3365f0211369dbf0c8fa7559728214c372a3cf66)

When increasing camber by adjustable top mounts you also change the 'strut angle'
'SAI' (unfortunately I only know the German word 'Spreizung') at the same time.
This is the angle you see on the right picture and it's in the 15° area on a Mk.V GTI.

The point is this angle also defines the position of the roll center as shown above.
For maximum cornering grip more camber is more important.

 :wink:

I wouldn't overestimate this, but it seems Jake has set an interesting point on this.

 :congrats:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on September 20, 2012, 07:32:45 pm
Did myself a little drawing.  Too good to publish but it helped me write this answer:

There is very little, and I mean very little change to the roll centre by using adjustable top mounts.  You are only moving the mount approx 15mm inboard which wont cause any noticable change in handling to a negative effect.

You will have more or a negative effect by keeping the rubber mounts as the mount moves so much before the damper can function.  For example, with the stock rubber mounts on the vRS I could push down on the front of the car and it would 'bounce' due the flex in the rubber.  Now with the Ground Control mounts fitted it wont flex at all.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 20, 2012, 07:35:08 pm

That satisfies me  :congrats:

Plus with both the lower arms and top mounts I will always have the full options on adjustability in the future  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: the bruce on September 20, 2012, 08:42:44 pm
For example, with the stock rubber mounts on the vRS I could push down on the front of the car and it would 'bounce' due the flex in the rubber.  Now with the Ground Control mounts fitted it wont flex at all.


Keep in mind Mike's Cupra already has the TT/Cupra mounts which are 30 % stiffer.

 :wink:

On a side note:

If you want to increase camber significiently you need to shift strut mount a bit more
than 3 mm.
Don't get me wrong, I still believe this is no reason to worry, it's just an interesting point.
Also there's no alternative. If you want more camber you also get an increase in 'SAI'.
Otherwise you'd need different swivels.


Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on September 20, 2012, 09:33:12 pm
I have edited so state its more like 15mm as I miss typed.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 20, 2012, 09:35:05 pm

What are the Dunlops I might be selling my testicles to order Alex?

Thanks for the update on the battery tray!  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on September 20, 2012, 09:45:56 pm

What are the Dunlops I might be selling my testicles to order Alex?

Thanks for the update on the battery tray!  :party:

Dunlop Direzza 03G tyres.  150 plus vat each iirc.

Go read some reviews.  I want some too.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on September 20, 2012, 09:48:20 pm
Thats seems quite cheap... is that for 225 40 18?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on September 20, 2012, 09:49:08 pm
Thats seems quite cheap... is that for 225 40 18?

Yep.  Very cheap.  Usually 400 ish eash iirc.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on September 20, 2012, 09:52:11 pm
Thats seems quite cheap... is that for 225 40 18?

Yep.  Very cheap.  Usually 400 ish eash iirc.

Christ, 400 a piece  :surprised: :surprised: ... what are they like in the wet?  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on September 20, 2012, 10:25:54 pm
Thats seems quite cheap... is that for 225 40 18?

Yep.  Very cheap.  Usually 400 ish eash iirc.

Christ, 400 a piece  :surprised: :surprised: ... what are they like in the wet?  :innocent:

Not used them in the wet.  Used the 02G versions on a xbow when it was below freezing out.  Wasn't great, but 360bhp through the rear did make my arse twitch a few times.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 20, 2012, 10:45:17 pm

AKS custom fabricated battery tray.

To be powdercoated satin black, thin foam padding applied to let the battery sit nice and snug.  Bolts into place of the oem plastic tray.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2FF521F233-83FC-4D14-B6DB-EC7D1EB6958D-2229-000000774F72D555_zps3ae56e77.jpg&hash=7977878c19202a97db4cd3e5856ccfc0d265120b)

Much safer and better looking than the self adhesive velcro (although was super strong wouldn't have been any good in an accident.) I was using.

Can't wait to see it fitted.  Fits the Tomika / Braille 5.5kg battery but Alex makes them to fit, Conan 'lucky Gti' is having one made for his odessey battery too
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Aaroncupra on September 20, 2012, 10:54:18 pm


Looks good Mike,

Nice job Alex  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 20, 2012, 10:55:37 pm

Forgot to add Aaron is having one too  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: luckyGti on September 21, 2012, 12:43:47 am
That looks superb Mike, really pleased I went for one, thanks to Alex for the top fabrication work  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 21, 2012, 12:51:58 am
That looks superb Mike, really pleased I went for one, thanks to Alex for the top fabrication work  :drinking:

In its infancy

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FAKS_Tuning%2FMikes_Leon%2F_MG_3242.jpg&hash=d3e834dad3271dddf1cb853cc88550f4ee1cd144)

I can't wait to see the AKS TB pipe  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: luckyGti on September 21, 2012, 12:58:16 am
Did you request a build plaque No. 1 :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 21, 2012, 12:58:52 am
Did you request a build plaque No. 1 :wink:

Haha. Alex already has one  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: luckyGti on September 21, 2012, 01:03:29 am
Did you request a build plaque No. 1 :wink:

Haha. Alex already has one  :sad1:

 :signLOL: wasn't his a prototype so yours is still official production run number 1 lol, are you going satin black with the powdercoat?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 21, 2012, 01:06:50 am

AKS custom fabricated battery tray.

To be powdercoated satin black, thin foam padding applied to let the battery sit nice and snug.  Bolts into place of the oem plastic tray.


Much safer and better looking than the self adhesive velcro (although was super strong wouldn't have been any good in an accident.) I was using.

Can't wait to see it fitted.  Fits the Tomika / Braille 5.5kg battery but Alex makes them to fit, Conan 'lucky Gti' is having one made for his odessey battery too

 :laugh: :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: luckyGti on September 21, 2012, 01:10:48 am
I should learn to read, good choice in colour :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Aaroncupra on September 21, 2012, 10:37:17 am

Forgot to add Aaron is having one too  :smiley:

 :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 24, 2012, 12:44:01 pm

Mini update

Simon Thomas of Thomas and Vines Clicky (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,37198.msg446515.html#msg446515) sent me a sample of my current shade of black that I have my dash bits flocked so I can find a perfect match in Alcantara so I can have my steering wheel trimmed and a custom gaitor made (osir stylee)

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: monte on September 24, 2012, 01:19:39 pm
Sounds good Mike  :happy2:

Let me know the prices  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 28, 2012, 09:06:09 am

Went to say hello to Alex this week and tried not to pester him with my relentless questions.  :ashamed:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fdelivering_the_granny_magnet%2FE8CCCCF9-FD23-4627-8ADB-8A5195920630-580-0000000AAB24961E.jpg&hash=443d81000b866e1aaa1e793359a9d2bc8b598977)




Ordered a subframe locate / lock kit from AKS tuning.

Alex reported very positive effects from fitting them even before propperly re doing his alignment

They are the gold standard solution fix for the subframe washer / bolt mod imo


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2F6ED295C2-B2F7-4107-9C2B-CEBBBE4BD860-580-0000000A0B4F948B.jpg&hash=d8d9f83d7b14291794b192d2d959e5119699eaca)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2F825C45DE-ED02-4760-AE47-C462D8EF0820-521-00000009ED293EF0-1.jpg&hash=ff5ab9ab2280f443acbe8ba36a07ebc86d6492be)

 :jumpmove:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: DFish on September 28, 2012, 10:57:44 am
Wise purchase my friend. ;)

Fish
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on September 28, 2012, 10:59:09 am
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Faroomofourown.files.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F11%2Fgollum_20100219_aatheory.jpg&hash=65c39505523e1d6f429fd728fa54571e40af2f35)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Hedge on September 28, 2012, 11:22:03 am
Ordered a subframe locate / lock kit from AKS tuning.

Alex reported very positive effects from fitting them even before propperly re doing his alignment

They are the gold standard solution fix for the subframe washer / bolt mod imo


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2F6ED295C2-B2F7-4107-9C2B-CEBBBE4BD860-580-0000000A0B4F948B.jpg&hash=d8d9f83d7b14291794b192d2d959e5119699eaca)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2F825C45DE-ED02-4760-AE47-C462D8EF0820-521-00000009ED293EF0-1.jpg&hash=ff5ab9ab2280f443acbe8ba36a07ebc86d6492be)

How do they work?  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on September 28, 2012, 11:27:41 am
Presumably they reduce the size of the subframe hole, thus allowing less movement.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: DFish on September 28, 2012, 11:33:39 am
The align the whole front end removing the ability of the subframe from moving. I have them fitted on mine but from a different source. I've found they really tightened up the steering feel.

Fish
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Hedge on September 28, 2012, 11:56:11 am
The align the whole front end removing the ability of the subframe from moving. I have them fitted on mine but from a different source. I've found they really tightened up the steering feel.

Fish

But how do they do that?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 28, 2012, 11:57:27 am

I think its the collared parts that 'lock' the subframe in place Ian.  Ill request the speel from Alex
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on September 28, 2012, 11:58:30 am
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.usrallyteam.com%2Fimages%2Fsubframe_collar_mk56_main.jpg&hash=1dba1f20e2882e1f18412e5de3ccfa1980035852)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 28, 2012, 11:59:43 am

Great Pic Rich  :happy2: could you make it a bit bigger   :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Hedge on September 28, 2012, 12:03:47 pm
Nice pic of a large bush.  :happy2:

So the problem could be that the bolts sit to one side or the other and misalign the console and wishbone with the subframe. I get it, I think.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on September 28, 2012, 12:07:12 pm
Does this cause problems when aligning the front end because these will limit the amount of adjustability. ?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Hedge on September 28, 2012, 12:10:47 pm
Does this cause problems when aligning the front end because these will limit the amount of adjustability. ?

I think this gives you a rock solid platform at the front by which you can align the front end properly.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: scopes on September 28, 2012, 12:12:52 pm
Are these just a replacement for the ECS bolts?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 28, 2012, 12:13:42 pm
Are these just a replacement for the ECS bolts?

The ECS ones are just rebranded OEM ones so they replace the ECS / OEM bolt/spacer fix  :happy2: :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: DFish on September 28, 2012, 12:19:20 pm
Yes these remove the need for the ECS bolt upgrade. They are not really recommended for anyone that's had some front end damage, as I'm sure you wouldn't want the car crabbing as you're going down the road.

Fish
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: scopes on September 28, 2012, 12:21:17 pm
 :happy2:

They look the business, At what cost would these be at?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 28, 2012, 12:23:16 pm
:happy2:

They look the business, At what cost would these be at?

If I'm having a gear gaitor, your having these!  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Dan648v on September 28, 2012, 03:13:03 pm
mind me asking how much mike? might add them while putting my WALK on and hit 2 jobs at once  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: scopes on September 28, 2012, 03:18:17 pm
:happy2:

They look the business, At what cost would these be at?

If I'm having a gear gaitor, your having these!  :evilgrin:

 :signLOL: But i have the ECS one's

 :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 28, 2012, 03:18:54 pm

So did I, no excuse lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: scopes on September 28, 2012, 04:15:14 pm

So did I, no excuse lol

 :signLOL:

Your good craic mate!

I had thought about having an actual shim/sheaf made to go inside, all the way threw as i noticed there had been a bit of movement... but these could maybe do the same job!

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on September 28, 2012, 06:24:45 pm
I'm just waiting on my cost price for the lock kit.  Mine is a demo test set so is the only one currently in existence.

Really transformed the car yet again.  Just come back from a 2 hour alignment on the car.  On the vRS there is loads of adjustability so I wanted it extra perfect.  Played with a new setup to make the back end turn in sharper and allow some oversteer.  Almost the same settings that I use on Civic race car setups.

Mike will be having this setup too.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 28, 2012, 06:27:02 pm

oversteer  :scared: :driver:  I better leave the rear arb on medium  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on September 28, 2012, 07:04:09 pm

oversteer  :scared: :driver:  I better leave the rear arb on medium  :evilgrin:

Ive already set it to hard!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 28, 2012, 07:06:08 pm

If I write it off on my first outing after all this Im comin for you  :mad:   :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: damoegan on September 28, 2012, 07:26:27 pm
Ordered a subframe locate / lock kit from AKS tuning.

Alex reported very positive effects from fitting them even before propperly re doing his alignment

They are the gold standard solution fix for the subframe washer / bolt mod imo


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2F6ED295C2-B2F7-4107-9C2B-CEBBBE4BD860-580-0000000A0B4F948B.jpg&hash=d8d9f83d7b14291794b192d2d959e5119699eaca)

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 :jumpmove:

Hmmm, I've got a phospor bronze bar in my drawer at work  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Top Cat on September 28, 2012, 09:29:14 pm

If I write it off on my first outing after all this Im comin for you  :mad:   :grin:

Grow some balls, oversteer is fun.  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 28, 2012, 09:30:26 pm

Just wanna find my feet 1st, not driven her since June  :scared:   :ashamed:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on September 28, 2012, 09:34:06 pm

Just wanna find my feet 1st, not driven her since June  :scared:   :ashamed:



I will be there to hold your hand mate! :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 28, 2012, 09:34:32 pm

 :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: jimk04 on September 28, 2012, 10:36:00 pm
Some nice bits going on Mike, love the subframe mounts. :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 28, 2012, 10:40:28 pm

Thanks James  :happy2:

I might have only done one track day but ive suprised myself with and am really happy with how much Ive achieved this year on the car  :smiley:

If it wasn't for the wedge of money wasted at Backdraft Motorsport I would have a couple more of my big mods ticked off and another couple of track days  :fighting:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: nickb on September 29, 2012, 01:23:58 am
I like this thread.

I like this car even more.



Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Janner_Sy on September 29, 2012, 09:13:01 am

oversteer  :scared: :driver:  I better leave the rear arb on medium  :evilgrin:

Stop being gay, you dont drive fast enough to get any oversteer  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 29, 2012, 09:14:33 am

The tarmac at Wittering knows different  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Janner_Sy on September 29, 2012, 09:38:15 am

The tarmac at Wittering knows different  :evilgrin:
i heard you were that slow, that your tyres actually came back with more tread  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 29, 2012, 09:39:51 am

The tarmac at Wittering knows different  :evilgrin:
i heard you were that slow, that your tyres actually came back with more tread  :driver:

Bloody wish they did!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Hedge on September 29, 2012, 10:20:25 am
The only reason you take Sy is for some tail end action cos theres none on the circuit.  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: JammyDodger on September 29, 2012, 12:22:17 pm

The tarmac at Wittering knows different  :evilgrin:
i heard you were that slow, that your tyres actually came back with more tread  :driver:

Bloody wish they did!


If you drive your car like you ride a mountain bike this is almost definitely true  :booty:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 29, 2012, 12:31:14 pm

Are you for real?  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 29, 2012, 12:36:27 pm

Bought a key ring and got some free gloves  :grin:

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Janner_Sy on September 29, 2012, 12:54:51 pm

If you drive your car like you ride a mountain bike this is almost definitely true  :booty:

 :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: b9rgo1234 on October 06, 2012, 04:01:48 pm
Any updates Mike?
 :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 06, 2012, 04:03:35 pm

Erm, next stop alignment rig and Bodyshop.  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: b9rgo1234 on October 06, 2012, 04:09:27 pm
Sounds expensive  :laugh: What you having done?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 06, 2012, 05:01:03 pm
Sounds expensive  :laugh: What you having done?


Have a small dint in my sill.  Having it pulled out and painted.

Also having the carbon bonnet painted red on the outside.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: b9rgo1234 on October 07, 2012, 02:05:28 pm
 :happy2: I cant wait to see how the bonnet turns out.
Did you get anywhere with the Golf R sideskirts? I was thinking about replacing the Aero Kit skirts on mine.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 07, 2012, 03:04:16 pm
:happy2: I cant wait to see how the bonnet turns out.
Did you get anywhere with the Golf R sideskirts? I was thinking about replacing the Aero Kit skirts on mine.


I got as far as the price  :scared:  one for next winter me thinks
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 07, 2012, 03:27:15 pm

Thanks to the voices in my iPhone head aka Carlo, I got a new skid lid for my birthday  :jumping:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2Farai_gpjet.jpg&hash=15f90e11a823bab5981ea1ca1ea2dd29e5b6f76d)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on October 07, 2012, 04:06:00 pm

Thanks to the voices in my iPhone head aka Carlo, I got a new skid lid for my birthday  :jumping:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2Farai_gpjet.jpg&hash=15f90e11a823bab5981ea1ca1ea2dd29e5b6f76d)

Have you got a link for it?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on October 07, 2012, 05:30:49 pm

Thanks to the voices in my iPhone head aka Carlo, I got a new skid lid for my birthday  :jumping:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2Farai_gpjet.jpg&hash=15f90e11a823bab5981ea1ca1ea2dd29e5b6f76d)

Have you got a link for it?

Alex

I think it's the GP Jet-F
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 07, 2012, 05:34:24 pm

 :happy2: I've text Alex which one it is indeed Gp Jet/F
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on October 07, 2012, 05:35:41 pm
Can't go wrong with an Arai skid lid Mikey  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 07, 2012, 05:36:28 pm
Can't go wrong with an Arai skid lid Mikey  :happy2:

So Carlo, repetetively for 48hours tells me  :laugh: :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on October 07, 2012, 05:40:13 pm
 :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on October 07, 2012, 06:34:31 pm
Mike somehow managed to force me to buy one too!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 07, 2012, 06:35:56 pm
Mike somehow managed to force me to buy one too!  :signLOL:

 :innocent: 
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on October 07, 2012, 06:39:01 pm
Blimey. Hope you boys are gonna make good use of them now then  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 07, 2012, 06:40:11 pm

Wanna do Bedford 1 Dec but now I'm skint  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on October 07, 2012, 06:41:17 pm
It's alright having all the gear but no idea  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 07, 2012, 06:44:50 pm
It's alright having all the gear but no idea  :signLOL:

Thats me  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on October 07, 2012, 06:52:57 pm
Me too  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: keano on October 07, 2012, 07:02:48 pm
Could be worse...

I have no gear and no idea!  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on October 07, 2012, 07:19:40 pm
 
Could be worse...

I have no gear and no idea!  :grin:

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 15, 2012, 05:30:04 pm

Went down to visit the machine with best mate Nick after having a mooch around the Pod...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FSanta_Pod_and_Aks_with_Nick%2Fnull-10.jpg&hash=f43d1c33c27064a9e04708567ef207460432582d)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Matto on October 15, 2012, 05:41:22 pm
What's been going on with it lately? I do like your mates mk2  :drool:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 15, 2012, 05:52:40 pm

The Mk2 is going for a full strip, paint, rebuild using pristine panels & parts then to AKS for a built engine of epic spec  :party: :party: :party:

Alex is nearly at the bottom of my list so I need to think of some more stuff!   :grin:  It's due in the body shop soon for painting the bonnet red and repairing a little dint in the sill.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Matto on October 16, 2012, 10:13:02 am
Sounds good mate. Didn't take Alex long to get to the bottom of your list did it  :signLOL:

Have added a few things to mine now which I think I would like. Some probably won't happen now money is tied up saving for this holiday.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Hurdy on October 16, 2012, 10:18:02 am
Good to see you on Sunday Mike. I thought you might have taken the red menace for a few sprints up the 1/4 mile though. When you get to the bottom of that list you gave Alex you WILL have to use the car on track and strip.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 16, 2012, 11:31:25 am
Good to see you on Sunday Mike. I thought you might have taken the red menace for a few sprints up the 1/4 mile though. When you get to the bottom of that list you gave Alex you WILL have to use the car on track and strip.  :signLOL:

Likewise John  :happy2:

I'm super happy with the progress I've made this year, nearly all stuff has been mods to help on track too  :driver: :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Janner_Sy on October 16, 2012, 11:59:30 am
Is there a reason why you have a novice driver sticker on the rear of your car...... :wink:  is that to warn potential passers by on the roads of Nottinghamshire to wtach out  :wink:

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 16, 2012, 12:15:30 pm

Can't be too careful in tescos  :grin:

Haven't driven it since the track day at Wittering so it's still on there
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: DFish on October 16, 2012, 04:03:34 pm
I hear talk of a day at Bedford in December? You doing that?

Fish
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 16, 2012, 04:06:18 pm
I hear talk of a day at Bedford in December? You doing that?

Fish

Haven't booked anything yet.  Need to work out spare funds
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: b9rgo1234 on October 16, 2012, 04:17:14 pm
Hi Mike, did you ever get Alex to get a heated windscreen for you?
These cold Scottish weathers are doing my head in..  :fighting:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 16, 2012, 05:21:45 pm
Hi Mike, did you ever get Alex to get a heated windscreen for you?
These cold Scottish weathers are doing my head in..  :fighting:

I got a quote from the form that makes them but people on SCN didn't show any interest and some even seemed to imply I was a stupid idea  :stupid:

It's something I'm still hoping to do, I'll keep you posted  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: b9rgo1234 on October 16, 2012, 06:28:25 pm
Hi Mike, did you ever get Alex to get a heated windscreen for you?
These cold Scottish weathers are doing my head in..  :fighting:

I got a quote from the form that makes them but people on SCN didn't show any interest and some even seemed to imply I was a stupid idea  :stupid:

It's something I'm still hoping to do, I'll keep you posted  :happy2:

I got a quote for about £250 - £300 for the screen from a guy we use at work. The only problem was finding someone that would wire it in. I thought the feed could of been taken from the heated rear screen or the heated mirrors, that way it would be on a timer.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on October 16, 2012, 06:59:56 pm
It wouldnt take much to make a timing circuit to use with it.... even an adjustable one!  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: DFish on October 16, 2012, 07:36:56 pm
Haven't booked anything yet.  Need to work out spare funds

Just get Alex to add it on the bill. ;)

Fish
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: cal tdi on October 18, 2012, 10:10:55 am
How are the Porsche stoppers working out for you now they've been on a while?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Janner_Sy on October 18, 2012, 03:25:44 pm
Ill answer for him.  There is only one word to describe them.

"ferocious"

They really have some phenomenal stopping power
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on October 18, 2012, 03:46:04 pm
Ill answer for him.  There is only one word to describe them.

"ferocious"

They really have some phenomenal stopping power

And yet Mr Magpie wants to change setup....  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Hedge on October 18, 2012, 03:49:11 pm
But Rich they never wear out as the car spends all of it's time in the garage.  :wink:  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on October 18, 2012, 04:06:14 pm
But Rich they never wear out as the car spends all of it's time in the garage.  :wink:  :popcornsoda:

Ohh i know.... its been there every time I've been there (that may or may not be true)  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Janner_Sy on October 18, 2012, 04:13:26 pm
But Rich they never wear out as the car spends all of it's time in the garage.  :wink:  :popcornsoda:

oh, are we picking on Mike, well in that case....

Mike drives so slow, the brake pads actually gain pad thickness  :wink:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Janner_Sy on October 18, 2012, 04:14:43 pm
And yet Mr Magpie wants to change setup....  :laugh:

I struggle to fathom his thought process at times lol, i dont think magpie actually justifies the level of his condition  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on October 18, 2012, 04:16:06 pm
But Rich they never wear out as the car spends all of it's time in the garage.  :wink:  :popcornsoda:

oh, are we picking on Mike, well in that case....

Mike drives so slow, the brake pads actually gain pad thickness  :wink:



LOL...

Tank fills up with petrol?  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 18, 2012, 05:11:45 pm

Did someone mention my name?

I was busy looking at this...

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,55243.msg623791.html#msg623791 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,55243.msg623791.html#msg623791)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on October 18, 2012, 05:12:53 pm
Is that to protect it incase it falls off the lift at AKS?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 18, 2012, 05:15:03 pm
Is that to protect it incase it falls of the lift at AKS?

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fq305%2Fseraphim822%2Ffacebook-middle-finger.jpg&hash=9455c95632cef7e77db399e14ef435033a685276)

 :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Hedge on October 18, 2012, 05:23:56 pm
Or Alex could use it as a coat stand.  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: h4rdy on October 18, 2012, 06:08:46 pm
Is that to protect it incase it falls off the lift at AKS?

I think Alex parks it underneath so its to protect it if it fails :P :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Phil_T on October 18, 2012, 07:17:42 pm
Mike how much are the AKS shifter bushes & are they different from our 42dd ones?

Also how much are the subfram bolts?

Do you have a short shifter too? if so which one? Been told to go for one where you can adjust the throw with the slider on the bolt
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: damoegan on October 19, 2012, 07:50:47 pm
Do you have a short shifter too? if so which one? Been told to go for one where you can adjust the throw with the slider on the bolt

I canmake you one  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Matto on October 19, 2012, 07:54:00 pm
Do you have a short shifter too? if so which one? Been told to go for one where you can adjust the throw with the slider on the bolt

I canmake you one  :laugh:

Tell me how lol  :party: I have just been looking at the Forge one.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: h4rdy on October 19, 2012, 08:02:45 pm
Do you have a short shifter too? if so which one? Been told to go for one where you can adjust the throw with the slider on the bolt

I canmake you one  :laugh:

Tell me how lol  :party: I have just been looking at the Forge one.

I drove Carrera2rs,s pirelli with the forge and it was like changing gear with a wooden spoon in a golden syrup tin. Bloody awful.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: damoegan on October 19, 2012, 08:28:07 pm
Do you have a short shifter too? if so which one? Been told to go for one where you can adjust the throw with the slider on the bolt

I canmake you one  :laugh:

Tell me how lol  :party: I have just been looking at the Forge one.

Modified standard one to work just like the Forge one  :happy2:

Got one to try on mine when I get the time  :wink:
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Post by: Matto on October 19, 2012, 08:29:47 pm
After looking at the ones available it just looks like a standard one with a slot milled into it.
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Post by: gazon69 on October 19, 2012, 08:53:55 pm
Wouldn't entertain the forge one, took mine off. Bloody awful.
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 19, 2012, 09:32:17 pm

Interesting to hear people's thoughts on the forge.  I don't mind it. With the dd42 bushes and AKS bracket bushes has a really nice feel?

I'd happily try one of your Damo to compare, Infact I was telling my mate today it's better to get one from you over forge (£££)

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 07, 2012, 09:14:05 am

New adjuster ring

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2F833F1BC2-998A-4E34-B5AB-26D323C81135-8526-00000357FB6BAEF2.jpg&hash=9480abb06a326f6f4c86f40cacbcfc4354465c29)

Strut clean & replace adjuster ring...

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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 07, 2012, 09:17:04 am

Yes, rich the coilover needs to be shiny  :P
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Post by: rich83 on November 07, 2012, 09:18:42 am

Yes, rich the coilover needs to be shiny  :P

I have not said a word  :innocent: .... ( but I would be lying if I said I wasn't going to ) :signLOL:
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Post by: danishmkvgti on November 07, 2012, 11:18:34 am

New adjuster ring

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2F833F1BC2-998A-4E34-B5AB-26D323C81135-8526-00000357FB6BAEF2.jpg&hash=9480abb06a326f6f4c86f40cacbcfc4354465c29)

Strut clean & replace adjuster ring...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2F13518C6A-70D4-437A-92E6-56A98E001C35-8510-000003574F008C3B.jpg&hash=cbc3b99b5244e7af8f67638f68b84c5475fca3cf)

I must have missed this, how did it go about breaking Mike??  :confused:
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Post by: Hedge on November 07, 2012, 11:19:17 am
Of course your coilovers are shiny. It never leaves the workshop.  :P
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 07, 2012, 11:52:42 am

Jake, as much as I try to keep them clean and maintained the height ring became a bit seized so I asked alex to cut it off and put a new one on.

I will be ordering bilstein pss10 from AKS but not before Ive treat Nat & Harry to a decent family holiday.

Car is currently at the Bodyshop having the carbon bonnet painted red and a small dint in the sill pulled out and painted.
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 07, 2012, 12:02:23 pm
Of course your coilovers are shiny. It never leaves the workshop.  :P

 :ashamed:
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Post by: 56OctyVRS on November 07, 2012, 12:05:55 pm
I wonder if covering the height ring with silicone grease would help it stop seizing.
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Post by: danishmkvgti on November 07, 2012, 12:24:45 pm
I wonder if covering the height ring with silicone grease would help it stop seizing.


Nope, it'll just pick up more dirt quicker  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 07, 2012, 12:42:42 pm

Early on I used to grease the threads and wrap clingfilm around  :ashamed: but it's not the best solution tbh
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Post by: rich83 on November 07, 2012, 01:01:32 pm
A good wrap of PTFE tape followed by some electricians tape should do it!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 07, 2012, 01:02:40 pm
A good wrap of PTFE tape followed by some electricians tape should do it!

Gimme something to do   :happy2:
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Post by: 56OctyVRS on November 07, 2012, 03:24:48 pm
Or you could try silweld tape.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: monte on November 07, 2012, 03:47:58 pm
Why not use chain wax Mike?  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 07, 2012, 03:51:53 pm
Why not use chain wax Mike?  :smiley:

Because you've only just suggested it!  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: monte on November 07, 2012, 05:19:17 pm
Why not use chain wax Mike?  :smiley:

Because you've only just suggested it!  :laugh:


.....oh yeah!!  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on November 07, 2012, 07:37:49 pm
All the plastic threads were fooked.  Once sh*t gets in it kills the plastic.  Keep them dry from grease is the best bet and use an air blower on them before adjusting.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Hurdy on November 19, 2012, 07:21:26 pm
Come on then Mike - BT and 4x4?......spill the beans :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Bignod00 on November 19, 2012, 07:24:23 pm
Come on then Mike - BT and 4x4?......spill the beans :party:
:drool: :drool: :drool: :pomppomp: :pomppomp: :pomppomp:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on November 19, 2012, 07:25:42 pm
 :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 19, 2012, 07:49:49 pm

Eventually. This years budget certainly won't stretch to it though  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on November 19, 2012, 07:51:16 pm

Eventually. This years budget certainly won't stretch to it though  :sad1:

So, 1st of January it commences then  :signLOL:
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Post by: Andy on November 19, 2012, 07:52:24 pm
Oh sounds good
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Post by: damoegan on November 19, 2012, 07:55:03 pm
So all these 4x4 parts Alex has been gathering were for you?  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 24, 2012, 08:35:40 am
Car is back from the body shop, had two little dents repaired and painted that have made me cringe for a while (too long!)

Thanks to Alex for sorting it for me  :happy2:  :drinking:

Also had another AKS fast road alignment after having a fully polybushed chassis and serviced osf coilover.  :driver:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2FF3FDE384-08D4-48DF-8DD8-D8B50B0FC0DE-2347-0000005B59449C91.jpg&hash=4355d60a9d603f2fdd09423bb2cf0ee0976f4952)

Haven't seen it in the flesh yet  :party

Taking it somewhere else to have the carbon bonnet painted emoçion red as this guy has been a bit of an arse about doing it.


Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on November 24, 2012, 08:51:57 am
Good shot that Mike.

The red looks exceptionally shiny.

ETA of when your getting it back?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 24, 2012, 09:04:29 am
Good shot that Mike.

The red looks exceptionally shiny.

ETA of when your getting it back?

Thanks Rich

32 Julember  :grin:

Not sure if I'll have chance to pick it up before I go to work in the sandpit at Christmas  :sad1:

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Post by: monte on November 24, 2012, 09:28:15 am
Good shot that Mike.

The red looks exceptionally shiny.

ETA of when your getting it back?


I agree…Great Photo :drool:  Such a Gorgeous Car  :love: :love: :love:

Those dints being repaired will be one of the most satisfying jobs you've had done on the car…when you get it back.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on November 24, 2012, 10:11:51 am
Good shot that Mike.

The red looks exceptionally shiny.

ETA of when your getting it back?


I agree…Great Photo :drool:  Such a Gorgeous Car  :love: :love: :love:

Those dints being repaired will be one of the most satisfying jobs you've had done on the car…when you get it back.  :happy2:

Agreed  :happy2:  faults like the dents always draw your eye to them when you have them and can really start to put you off your pride n joy.

I'll take it round the block for you Mike if its still there when I am  :signLOL:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 24, 2012, 10:14:06 am

It's very true. Has really got me down seeing it!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Eccie on November 24, 2012, 10:25:10 am


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2FF3FDE384-08D4-48DF-8DD8-D8B50B0FC0DE-2347-0000005B59449C91.jpg&hash=4355d60a9d603f2fdd09423bb2cf0ee0976f4952)



Now Mike get down to specsavers so you can jack the car up properly next time :rolleye:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 24, 2012, 10:34:52 am


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2FF3FDE384-08D4-48DF-8DD8-D8B50B0FC0DE-2347-0000005B59449C91.jpg&hash=4355d60a9d603f2fdd09423bb2cf0ee0976f4952)



Now Mike get down to specsavers so you can jack the car up properly next time :rolleye:



Front one was ATS  :fighting:

Rear one was a catastrophe when an emergency / roadside jack failed just before I had chance to put the axle stand under the car  :sad: :sad:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on November 25, 2012, 10:52:32 am
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F20121123_164108.jpg&hash=824179a815b775d715fb16368a8df08c0c0470ef)

 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 25, 2012, 11:02:02 am

Can't see the sill!  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on November 25, 2012, 11:05:01 am

Can't see the sill!  :sad1:

It was way too dark in there to get a pic of the sill.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 25, 2012, 11:08:14 am

Tight buggers wanna start turning the lights on haha.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on November 25, 2012, 11:14:10 am
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F20121124_094420.jpg&hash=f47bbb6b72e5ff02a4abe0c6379e0bdec1118197)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F20121124_095611.jpg&hash=60cd7a17369e70208f40d8cb0dad45be3a8477a5)

Nice and snug now.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on November 25, 2012, 11:17:45 am
Mike. Did the body shop spray the whole car  :signLOL:

Looks a different red on the alignment jig
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 25, 2012, 11:36:17 am

 :party: :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 25, 2012, 11:37:35 am
Mike. Did the body shop spray the whole car  :signLOL:

Looks a different red on the alignment jig

Poor light I think. She's going to have a full on detail when I get her back.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Phil_T on November 25, 2012, 03:10:26 pm
Did you not want to put the battery in the boot Mike or does the cupra not have a battery boot box like the S3/R32?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on November 25, 2012, 03:18:16 pm
Did you not want to put the battery in the boot Mike or does the cupra not have a battery boot box like the S3/R32?

None of the front wheel drive cars have the box unfortunately.  This battery is so light it would prob add weight adding cables to the boot.   Holds its charge very well.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 25, 2012, 03:25:55 pm


Think the battery is 4.5Kg, my oem one was 19.5  :surprised:

On another note Phil yours looks awesome in your sig  :drool:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Vasekk on November 25, 2012, 04:07:48 pm
What is the specification and model of the battery?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 25, 2012, 04:13:21 pm
What is the specification and model of the battery?

It's identical to this Braille ;

http://www.braillebattery.co.uk/index.php/braille/product_batteries/b14115 (http://www.braillebattery.co.uk/index.php/braille/product_batteries/b14115)

It's a Tomika racing battery.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Phil_T on November 25, 2012, 05:38:34 pm


Think the battery is 4.5Kg, my oem one was 19.5  :surprised:

On another note Phil yours looks awesome in your sig  :drool:

Nice saving there! How much are they? Ive seen before they sometimes have cold start issues with the smaller lightweight batterys but at least weve got the weather now for you to test it.

Thanks, Wheels have had to come off for winter though :( I need some better winter wheels!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on November 25, 2012, 05:48:20 pm


Think the battery is 4.5Kg, my oem one was 19.5  :surprised:

On another note Phil yours looks awesome in your sig  :drool:

Nice saving there! How much are they? Ive seen before they sometimes have cold start issues with the smaller lightweight batterys but at least weve got the weather now for you to test it.

Thanks, Wheels have had to come off for winter though :( I need some better winter wheels!

Must stop looking at your S3.  So damn nice.

On the battery front.  It gets started twice a day to go in and out of the unit.  No issues so far.  I will see how it goes this week in the cold.
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 25, 2012, 05:49:00 pm

In Germany (winter) it went 6 days without a charge and just started.  I have a CTEK maintanance charger

Clicky  (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,34376.0.html)

Was sub £200.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Phil_T on November 25, 2012, 05:58:26 pm
Haha thanks Alex.

Not bad at all Mike. Whats next for the car?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 25, 2012, 06:07:11 pm

Driving it!  :grin:

Away Dec - Mar.  Booking a track day for March.  Either Blyton or Bedford.  Want to do Donnington and Anglesey next year too.

Next things I have in mind are; Pole positions, Aks custom TB pipe, TTRS LPFP and something special (IMO of course for next autumn)

Have quite a few things on the wishlist still.   :innocent:
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Post by: Andy on November 25, 2012, 09:38:07 pm

Driving it!  :grin:

Away Dec - Mar.  Booking a track day for March.  Either Blyton or Bedford.  Want to do Donnington and Anglesey next year too.

Next things I have in mind are; Pole positions, Aks custom TB pipe, TTRS LPFP and something special (IMO of course for next autumn)

Have quite a few things on the wishlist still.   :innocent:
how many is a few Mike :signLOL:
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Post by: CarrG on December 04, 2012, 03:40:48 pm


Hey Mike Mate,

You turning this into a proper track day tool?

What a bit of kit  :congrats:  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Hedge on December 04, 2012, 03:57:21 pm

Driving it!  :grin:

Away Dec - Mar.  Booking a track day for March.  Either Blyton or Bedford.  Want to do Donnington and Anglesey next year too.

Next things I have in mind are; Pole positions, Aks custom TB pipe, TTRS LPFP and something special (IMO of course for next autumn)

Have quite a few things on the wishlist still.   :innocent:

Not driving it much next year then?  :innocent:
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Post by: vRSAlex on December 04, 2012, 06:05:48 pm

Driving it!  :grin:

Away Dec - Mar.  Booking a track day for March.  Either Blyton or Bedford.  Want to do Donnington and Anglesey next year too.

Next things I have in mind are; Pole positions, Aks custom TB pipe, TTRS LPFP and something special (IMO of course for next autumn)

Have quite a few things on the wishlist still.   :innocent:

Not driving it much next year then?  :innocent:

I will be  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 04, 2012, 06:13:17 pm

 :mad:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Janner_Sy on December 04, 2012, 06:56:19 pm

Driving it!  :grin:

Away Dec - Mar.  Booking a track day for March.  Either Blyton or Bedford.  Want to do Donnington and Anglesey next year too.

Next things I have in mind are; Pole positions, Aks custom TB pipe, TTRS LPFP and something special (IMO of course for next autumn)

Have quite a few things on the wishlist still.   :innocent:

Not driving it much next year then?  :innocent:

I will be  :grin:

 :grin:I think ive almost driven the Cupra more miles than mike has since he collected it  :wink:

Alex did you leave a mouse in the car by any chance.... :grin:
Have quite a few things on the wishlist still.   :innocent:

Theoretically you should get to a point where you can no longer buy any new mods for the car, that shouldnt be too far off now lol. 
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Post by: geordie56 on December 04, 2012, 07:05:19 pm
Just have a think sy and im sure you can come up with plenty more mods for mike, ive just thought straight away of some to help him! Big turbo, cage, plexiglass, oh sorry a few more, water meth, a built bottom end or full engine! Hmm the list doesnt stop. :rolleye: :signLOL: p.s mike if you go to bedford in march may join you let me know. :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Janner_Sy on December 04, 2012, 07:14:49 pm
It doesnt need any of that.  Its already a banging motor.  IMO more power would ruin it, water meth is just something to go wrong, built engine  not needed at the current power.  Thats all money that could be spent buying new tyres after hes been tracking it.

The cage would be a nice addition though.  Im up for bedford.  I want to have a go at this how fast event.
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 04, 2012, 09:43:18 pm
Definately on Bedford.   :happy2:

Still want carbon tailgate w/lexan window and lightweight recaro pole positions.  Cage would be nice.  First things first, get to some
Tracks through spring / summer '13

Will send them pics tomo Shaun
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 13, 2012, 01:07:35 pm

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2F151ED651-0857-4E4E-BFB5-CFD78B45526B-1520-00000121A4B9871D.jpg&hash=f18ab77008658eb8c88fccdced45faaa04b17d04)

 :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: b9rgo1234 on December 13, 2012, 01:23:51 pm
 :popcornsoda:
What do we have here then?  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Matto on December 13, 2012, 01:43:23 pm
:popcornsoda:
What do we have here then?  :laugh:

I'm thinking wishbones.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 13, 2012, 01:44:15 pm

I have TT wishbones already  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: b9rgo1234 on December 13, 2012, 01:46:59 pm

I have TT wishbones already  :P

I thought that. Spill the beans then...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on December 13, 2012, 02:48:10 pm
Carbon fibre wings....
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 13, 2012, 03:29:55 pm
Carbon fibre wings....

If they were available they would be  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on December 13, 2012, 04:23:46 pm
Can I guess?  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 13, 2012, 04:32:22 pm
Can I guess?  :P

Nope :p
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on December 13, 2012, 04:32:33 pm
Can I guess?  :P

No. That's your workshop floor! :-p
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Janner_Sy on December 13, 2012, 04:34:31 pm
Can I guess?  :P

Nope :p

Can i guess...Just remembered  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on December 13, 2012, 04:36:30 pm
AKS gives you wings, and the fuel to supply!  :love:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 14, 2012, 11:41:08 am

2 new OEM wings.  The current ones have a little damage from where the wheels contacted the wing (where the wing meets the bumper the wing has bent in on itself.) after Backshaft Backdraft motorsports diabolical service / alignment setup.

New TTrs Low side fuel pump.  Bit of extra reliability.  Will be working much less to provide the same if not a touch more delivery and should be future proof for any further tuning.


Have been looking at ££££'s worth of light weight goodies this morning but I'd probably be castrated  :scared:
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Post by: Janner_Sy on December 14, 2012, 11:43:52 am

Have been looking at ££££'s worth of light weight goodies this morning but I'd probably be castrated  :scared:

Id say thats a fairly accurate assessment of what Nat would do  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 14, 2012, 11:46:00 am

Can't see you remaining 'intact' either tbh if you dont sort your holiday out.   :scared:   :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Janner_Sy on December 14, 2012, 11:59:09 am

Can't see you remaining 'intact' either tbh if you dont sort your holiday out.   :scared:   :grin:

I survived the "oh im off to the Falklands the day i start work in scotland" conversation.  So she knows its not until summer next year when im free again  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 14, 2012, 12:05:03 pm

Can't see you remaining 'intact' either tbh if you dont sort your holiday out.   :scared:   :grin:

I survived the "oh im off to the Falklands the day i start work in scotland" conversation.  So she knows its not until summer next year when im free again  :grin:

Awesome loop hole lol

YHPM
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: stealthwolf on December 14, 2012, 12:43:23 pm
after Backshaft Backdraft motorsports diabolical service / alignment setup.
Wasn't Alex doing the alignments at BDM?  :chicken:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 14, 2012, 12:49:55 pm
after Backshaft Backdraft motorsports diabolical service / alignment setup.
Wasn't Alex doing the alignments at BDM?  :chicken:

I wanted Alex to do it.  That Arsehole arrogant w4nker Mark did it.  Charged a fortune and I drove away with the car worse than I drove in  :fighting: :fighting: :fighting:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Jimbo_h on December 14, 2012, 08:50:04 pm

[/quote]

I wanted Alex to do it.  That Arsehole arrogant w4nker Mark did it.  Charged a fortune and I drove away with the car worse than I drove in  :fighting: :fighting: :fighting:
[/quote]

I second the w@nker bit.... and I'm adding tw4t
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Powervalve Nige on December 14, 2012, 09:22:35 pm
Keep your hands of that SA80 Mike  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 15, 2013, 05:02:55 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2F424078_280502502075268_1032128959_n_zps0cc2119e.jpg&hash=e7c84187fcda676f0465319c852c36652571863c)

Oooops  :ashamed:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Bignod00 on January 15, 2013, 05:08:36 pm
Calipers? ??? :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 15, 2013, 05:11:10 pm
Calipers? ??? :happy2:

sh*t I need calipers too?  :ashamed:


Pic later this week
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on January 15, 2013, 05:13:19 pm
 :party: :party: :party: :party: :party: :party: :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: monte on January 15, 2013, 05:49:56 pm
Those discs deserve one of Rimmers special Salutes  :wink:




Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: b9rgo1234 on January 15, 2013, 06:20:17 pm
 :party:
Very nice Mike.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 15, 2013, 06:22:50 pm
:party:
Very nice Mike.

Just the man, I think this is wrong but do you have Porsche 996TT calipers?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: SteveTDCi on January 15, 2013, 06:28:08 pm
I like  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Nodz on January 15, 2013, 06:49:54 pm
I see these on AKS's FB the other day and thought they might have been for you, just waiting to see the calipers now  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on January 15, 2013, 06:51:20 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2F424078_280502502075268_1032128959_n_zps0cc2119e.jpg&hash=e7c84187fcda676f0465319c852c36652571863c)

Oooops  :ashamed:


Oi!!!!!

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Bignod00 on January 15, 2013, 08:22:39 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2F424078_280502502075268_1032128959_n_zps0cc2119e.jpg&hash=e7c84187fcda676f0465319c852c36652571863c)

Oooops  :ashamed:


Oi!!!!!

 :signLOL:
:signLOL: :signLOL: :laugh: :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Craig123 on January 15, 2013, 08:28:53 pm
Oh my...   :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on January 15, 2013, 08:29:16 pm
 :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on January 15, 2013, 08:31:54 pm
ahh so that precise set in that pic must be yours then Cupra R?  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on January 15, 2013, 08:37:12 pm
ahh so that precise set in that pic must be yours then Cupra R?  :innocent:

Yeah. Just need calipers to be refinished then Alex has quite a few parts to fit.  :happy2: :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on January 15, 2013, 08:38:12 pm
Great... i was eyeing those up last time i was at AKS, very light for what they are.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on January 15, 2013, 09:03:36 pm
Great... i was eyeing those up last time i was at AKS, very light for what they are.

Cheers Rich. I hope they work as good as the reviews.

I think you'll have an idea as to the colour too  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on January 15, 2013, 09:04:49 pm
I didnt see any calipers....
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: damoegan on January 15, 2013, 09:05:59 pm
What calipers you running then, Rich?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on January 15, 2013, 09:07:53 pm
I didnt see any calipers....

There's a bit of a story behind the calipers. I was having Poverty's mates until he decided not to sell them and. Then in was a case of finding more. Ended up buying new. Jonny at Brake Caliper Refurbs is painting them and a rear set too.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on January 15, 2013, 09:10:08 pm
What calipers you running then, Rich?

Opted for the Brembo four pots.

I think for my car they'll be more than up to it, didn't feel I had the need for 8 pots  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: damoegan on January 15, 2013, 09:13:48 pm
What calipers you running then, Rich?

Opted for the Brembo four pots.

I think for my car they'll be more than up to it, didn't feel I had the need for 8 pots  :signLOL:

 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: gazbutS3 on January 15, 2013, 10:30:18 pm
What calipers you running then, Rich?

Opted for the Brembo four pots.

I think for my car they'll be more than up to it, didn't feel I had the need for 8 pots  :signLOL:

they will be more than up to it pal, even with my lardy S3 they are so much stronger than stock  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: AndrewJB on January 15, 2013, 11:32:56 pm
i think them discs look gay  :sick:

Haha only joking not jelous at all Mike, Alex also shows me them everytime i go over  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 16, 2013, 03:53:38 am


Oi!!!!!

 :signLOL:


Lol. 
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on January 16, 2013, 04:06:12 am
What calipers you running then, Rich?

Opted for the Brembo four pots.

I think for my car they'll be more than up to it, didn't feel I had the need for 8 pots  :signLOL:

they will be more than up to it pal, even with my lardy S3 they are so much stronger than stock  :happy2:

Cheers Gaz.

You still on stock master cylinder too?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 16, 2013, 04:09:34 am
What calipers you running then, Rich?

Opted for the Brembo four pots.

I think for my car they'll be more than up to it, didn't feel I had the need for 8 pots  :signLOL:

they will be more than up to it pal, even with my lardy S3 they are so much stronger than stock  :happy2:

Cheers Gaz.

You still on stock master cylinder too?

+1  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 16, 2013, 04:15:36 am
I didnt see any calipers....

There's a bit of a story behind the calipers. I was having Poverty's mates until he decided not to sell them and. Then in was a case of finding more. Ended up buying new. Jonny at Brake Caliper Refurbs is painting them and a rear set too.

Jonny quoted 200quid to color change the Spanking new calipers I got.  Thought that was steep.  Just want rid of the Marque decals under the laquer  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on January 16, 2013, 05:00:01 am
I didnt see any calipers....

There's a bit of a story behind the calipers. I was having Poverty's mates until he decided not to sell them and. Then in was a case of finding more. Ended up buying new. Jonny at Brake Caliper Refurbs is painting them and a rear set too.

Jonny quoted 200quid to color change the Spanking new calipers I got.  Thought that was steep.  Just want rid of the Marque decals under the laquer  :sad1:

Yeah, I agree. It does seem pricey but I hope once they arrive they'll be worth it  :happy2:

Your best bet Mike might be a pr of Brembo decals from the auction site. I contacted one seller who would do an "alleged" heat proof backing that would allow it to be covered.
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Post by: gazbutS3 on January 16, 2013, 08:19:41 am
What calipers you running then, Rich?

Opted for the Brembo four pots.

I think for my car they'll be more than up to it, didn't feel I had the need for 8 pots  :signLOL:

they will be more than up to it pal, even with my lardy S3 they are so much stronger than stock  :happy2:

Cheers Gaz.

You still on stock master cylinder too?

Yes, I am considering the mc upgrade,  but thought I'd see how the std one faired on the next track day, but the pedal feels great on the road
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Post by: Cupra R on January 16, 2013, 08:53:50 am
What calipers you running then, Rich?

Opted for the Brembo four pots.

I think for my car they'll be more than up to it, didn't feel I had the need for 8 pots  :signLOL:

they will be more than up to it pal, even with my lardy S3 they are so much stronger than stock  :happy2:

Cheers Gaz.

You still on stock master cylinder too?

Yes, I am considering the mc upgrade,  but thought I'd see how the std one faired on the next track day, but the pedal feels great on the road

Ah. Good.

When's the next trackday?

Also, what kind of prices have you been quoted for a MC upgrade?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on January 16, 2013, 08:54:48 am
Sorry for the thread jack Mike but I'm sure you'll be interested too.  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: DFish on January 16, 2013, 09:14:24 am
So all you'll have to do now is take it away from AKS and drive the thing. ;-)

Fish
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 16, 2013, 10:03:54 am
So all you'll have to do now is take it away from AKS and drive the thing. ;-)

Fish

Aks is a bit of a mission away atm  :sad1:


Also interested in MC info (albeit it might have to wait for me $$$) and Pad choice info

 :happy2:
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Post by: DaveB@Vagbremtechnic on January 16, 2013, 11:26:26 am
MC's about £350 with the safety reservoir and pin now plus fitting at wherever you choose, the master cylinder fits everything but only works with a few certain part numbers. If you get it wrong then the comp valve on top of the MC gets covered and your pedal will gradually get harder and to work.

If anybody is interested in one I'll need a returnable deposit and a chassis number so I can speak to VW and find out EXACTLY which MC your car has at the mo. if its on the list cool.

Ive not come across any S3s which weren't compatible some GTIs won't work, very early ones and some 2007/8 ones are the ones we've found SO FAR which won't work.

Mike the RS4-2 seems popular was out in a stage 1 TTRS last Monday and we did 6/7 140-20 stops on a private road over 2 miles and no fade or issues in fact they were getting better. Ash Lomas tells me he can get the hazard lights coming on on his TT with 8 pots and Rs4-2......I've no idea what that means btw
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Post by: rex on January 16, 2013, 11:42:37 am
Ash Lomas tells me he can get the hazard lights coming on on his TT with 8 pots and Rs4-2......I've no idea what that means btw
The hazard lights come on during an emergency stop. All (that I know) VAG cars have this (maybe some high performance VAG's have this already disabled). It happened to me quite frequently during track days when using the brakes at 100%. So I deactivated this from VAG-COM. Now there are no more hazard lights blinking when braking  :happy2:.
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 16, 2013, 01:25:52 pm
MC's about £350 with the safety reservoir and pin now plus fitting at wherever you choose, the master cylinder fits everything but only works with a few certain part numbers. If you get it wrong then the comp valve on top of the MC gets covered and your pedal will gradually get harder and to work.

If anybody is interested in one I'll need a returnable deposit and a chassis number so I can speak to VW and find out EXACTLY which MC your car has at the mo. if its on the list cool.

Ive not come across any S3s which weren't compatible some GTIs won't work, very early ones and some 2007/8 ones are the ones we've found SO FAR which won't work.

Mike the RS4-2 seems popular was out in a stage 1 TTRS last Monday and we did 6/7 140-20 stops on a private road over 2 miles and no fade or issues in fact they were getting better. Ash Lomas tells me he can get the hazard lights coming on on his TT with 8 pots and Rs4-2......I've no idea what that means btw


This mean there may be compatibility issues when it comes to adding the MC that's recommended for the DB9 caliper?

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: DaveB@Vagbremtechnic on January 16, 2013, 01:40:37 pm
There's guys running the 40/44mm Caliper with a cupra S3 GTI 23.8mm master cylinder which works well evidently.

Anything that gets 40/44mm pistons OEM gets a 25.4mm master cylinder as standard

Don't forget its not just about pedal travel, the bigger MC will pull the pad off the disc quicker when you take you're foot off.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 16, 2013, 01:46:31 pm
There's guys running the 40/44mm Caliper with a cupra S3 GTI 23.8mm master cylinder which works well evidently.

Anything that gets 40/44mm pistons OEM gets a 25.4mm master cylinder as standard

Don't forget its not just about pedal travel, the bigger MC will pull the pad off the disc quicker when you take you're foot off.

Okay, so you're recommending the upgrade?  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Janner_Sy on January 16, 2013, 04:30:11 pm
There's guys running the 40/44mm Caliper with a cupra S3 GTI 23.8mm master cylinder which works well evidently.

Anything that gets 40/44mm pistons OEM gets a 25.4mm master cylinder as standard

Don't forget its not just about pedal travel, the bigger MC will pull the pad off the disc quicker when you take you're foot off.

Okay, so you're recommending the upgrade?  :happy2:
Of course, it makes him richer  :P

I guess it depends on what pistons your new calipers are going to have mike.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: b9rgo1234 on January 16, 2013, 05:06:57 pm
:party:
Very nice Mike.

Just the man, I think this is wrong but do you have Porsche 996TT calipers?

No, I was running TTRS calipers but took them off for the winter.
I warped the standard TTRS discs so have been saving for a set of discs very similar to yours  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: DaveB@Vagbremtechnic on January 16, 2013, 07:42:14 pm
There's guys running the 40/44mm Caliper with a cupra S3 GTI 23.8mm master cylinder which works well evidently.

Anything that gets 40/44mm pistons OEM gets a 25.4mm master cylinder as standard

Don't forget its not just about pedal travel, the bigger MC will pull the pad off the disc quicker when you take you're foot off.

Okay, so you're recommending the upgrade?  :happy2:
Of course, it makes him richer  :P

I guess it depends on what pistons your new calipers are going to have mike.

Might interest you to know I've not had penny out of brakes since October 2011.....

There are some days when I just feel like concentrating on my flying career.........

maybe should make the prices a little more commercially viable....or tell people to poke off when they come on wanting stuff cheap......you've got me thinking now
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 17, 2013, 08:56:32 am

I'm sure you know I was just trying to work out if I need the MC?  More imortantly what it will all cost me.  Cash monies are as scarce as ever these days.



Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: liver on January 17, 2013, 09:02:28 am
#astonmartin  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: DaveB@Vagbremtechnic on January 17, 2013, 10:55:55 am
Wasn't directed at you mike or anybody else for that matter.....

Just does my head in when people expect me to turn up in a B8 RS4 with ceramics

Where in reality its a corsa van with windey windows........ :ashamed:

Not kidding either!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Janner_Sy on January 17, 2013, 11:17:35 am
Just kidding Dave :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: vRSAlex on January 17, 2013, 12:08:40 pm
Wasn't directed at you mike or anybody else for that matter.....

Just does my head in when people expect me to turn up in a B8 RS4 with ceramics

Where in reality its a corsa van with windey windows........ :ashamed:

Not kidding either!

Corsa van with 420mm RS6 ceramics for wheels!  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: rich83 on January 17, 2013, 04:44:23 pm
There's guys running the 40/44mm Caliper with a cupra S3 GTI 23.8mm master cylinder which works well evidently.

Anything that gets 40/44mm pistons OEM gets a 25.4mm master cylinder as standard

Don't forget its not just about pedal travel, the bigger MC will pull the pad off the disc quicker when you take you're foot off.

Okay, so you're recommending the upgrade?  :happy2:
Of course, it makes him richer  :P

I guess it depends on what pistons your new calipers are going to have mike.

Might interest you to know I've not had penny out of brakes since October 2011.....

There are some days when I just feel like concentrating on my flying career.........

maybe should make the prices a little more commercially viable....or tell people to poke off when they come on wanting stuff cheap......you've got me thinking now

Its alright dave.... I dont think Moira Stewart reads these forums.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 10, 2013, 07:13:14 am

Updated post #1 with some mini mods to keep me plodding.

Also  :jumping: :jumping: :jumping: :jumping:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv394%2Frdfcpete%2F20130204_1737221_zpsa06bb3c1.jpg&hash=984f1a2fc6ab017e580157c087bd779d882f1ab1)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Cupra R on February 10, 2013, 07:21:51 am
 :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 10, 2013, 07:23:22 am
:notworthy:

 :notworthy: :notworthy: Back to you, Sir.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ** Update page 110 ! **
Post by: Bignod00 on February 10, 2013, 07:44:54 am
:notworthy:

 :notworthy: :notworthy: Back to you, Sir.
:grouphug: :signLOL:

Seriously though, good choice Mike! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: keano on February 10, 2013, 08:05:00 am
Wooooo! Never seen a Cupar with turinis. Should look brill! :notworthy: :pomppomp:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: b9rgo1234 on February 10, 2013, 11:13:53 am
Nice wheels Mike  :happy2:
I bought Phil_T's Anthracite set, Leons on Turini's in 2013 FTW  :party: :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 10, 2013, 11:33:50 am
Nice wheels Mike  :happy2:
I bought Phil_T's Anthracite set, Leons on Turini's in 2013 FTW  :party: :party:

Haha. get one fitted so I can see what it looks like!  :party: :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: rich83 on February 10, 2013, 11:42:34 am
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/vctfsimikesigturini.jpg)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: bonelorry on February 10, 2013, 11:43:11 am
Love the Turini's, They are a proper timeless wheel and look the nuts on a wide range of cars.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: Hedge on February 10, 2013, 11:47:55 am
They'll look real nice in Alex's Garage.  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: b9rgo1234 on February 10, 2013, 11:49:04 am
Nice wheels Mike  :happy2:
I bought Phil_T's Anthracite set, Leons on Turini's in 2013 FTW  :party: :party:

Haha. get one fitted so I can see what it looks like!  :party: :party:

 :happy2:  I need to get some rubber sorted for them first.
Have you checked clearance for your new brakes? There is only a couple mm's on mine with the TTRS setup  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: rich83 on February 10, 2013, 11:51:24 am
They'll look real nice in Alex's Garage.  :innocent:

True story...  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 10, 2013, 11:55:46 am
If we removed that joke from my thread I'd shed about 40 pages
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: rich83 on February 10, 2013, 11:57:34 am
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/vctfsimikesigturini.jpg)

Just incase you missed it bro....
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 10, 2013, 12:00:42 pm
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/vctfsimikesigturini.jpg)

Just incase you missed it bro....

I did miss it   :love:  
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: Phil_T on February 10, 2013, 04:45:16 pm
Nice wheels Mike  :happy2:
I bought Phil_T's Anthracite set, Leons on Turini's in 2013 FTW  :party: :party:

Still miss them but gone a different route with car, Any pics?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 10, 2013, 05:41:58 pm

Rich you Jackass! lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: Hedge on February 10, 2013, 05:54:06 pm

Rich you Jackass! lol


 :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: Cupra R on February 10, 2013, 05:56:14 pm

Rich you Jackass! lol


 :sad1:






 :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: rich83 on February 10, 2013, 05:57:00 pm
Mike you are such a party pooper!!!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 10, 2013, 05:57:46 pm
Mike you are such a party pooper!!!

 :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: monte on February 10, 2013, 08:25:16 pm
Mike you are such a party pooper!!!

 :evilgrin:

Love the new sig Mike  :smiley: :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra
Post by: lm_gauci on February 10, 2013, 09:29:28 pm
Mike you are such a party pooper!!!

 :evilgrin:

Love the new sig Mike  :smiley: :happy2:

Looks better with the magpie though  :wink: 

Good choice on the turini's, they look very nice.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2013, 05:41:27 am

Mega excited to fit these

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv394%2Frdfcpete%2F20130204_1737221_zpsa06bb3c1.jpg&hash=984f1a2fc6ab017e580157c087bd779d882f1ab1)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv394%2Frdfcpete%2F20130203_232856_zps9b63d19a.jpg&hash=e3b254d510020290b02a92f1d33537b60a2eafa1)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv394%2Frdfcpete%2F20130203_232317_zps26561b32.jpg&hash=63c89714a75a11b6509e8dde8ce990a0305ccf18)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv394%2Frdfcpete%2F20130203_231117_zps41834171.jpg&hash=4b71a47bc9b839df5fef6f18e18c0097b4d738e5)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv394%2Frdfcpete%2F20130203_230736_zps7e1f0757.jpg&hash=d2e289d23247ce3fa46f62101d8f96aee326299f)

Plan to wrap them in Federal RsR595, Goodyear Eagle F1 v2 or Hankook Ventus V12 (Budget dependant)

Also, I have started to Index my 1st post.  Initially with external links to pictures and info until I get time to trawl through my build and find the relevant posts.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: danishmkvgti on February 13, 2013, 03:55:50 pm

Mega excited to fit these

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv394%2Frdfcpete%2F20130204_1737221_zpsa06bb3c1.jpg&hash=984f1a2fc6ab017e580157c087bd779d882f1ab1)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv394%2Frdfcpete%2F20130203_232856_zps9b63d19a.jpg&hash=e3b254d510020290b02a92f1d33537b60a2eafa1)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv394%2Frdfcpete%2F20130203_232317_zps26561b32.jpg&hash=63c89714a75a11b6509e8dde8ce990a0305ccf18)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv394%2Frdfcpete%2F20130203_231117_zps41834171.jpg&hash=4b71a47bc9b839df5fef6f18e18c0097b4d738e5)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv394%2Frdfcpete%2F20130203_230736_zps7e1f0757.jpg&hash=d2e289d23247ce3fa46f62101d8f96aee326299f)

Plan to wrap them in Federal RsR595, Goodyear Eagle F1 v2 or Hankook Ventus V12 (Budget dependant)

Also, I have started to Index my 1st post.  Initially with external links to pictures and info until I get time to trawl through my build and find the relevant posts.

Copycat  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: E30Dom on February 13, 2013, 04:36:55 pm
Not a fan... :sad1:

Light though!?  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2013, 05:55:18 pm
Not a fan... :sad1:

Light though!?  :happy2:

Suprised you don't like them with how similar to TDs they are?


My eyes feel they're gonna bleed from editing URL tags while trying to index the 1st thread to make it a bit easier for people to find stuff!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on February 13, 2013, 05:57:06 pm
Looks like they could do with a refurb from those pics.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2013, 06:01:27 pm

The worst one will be seen to before fitting
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: danishmkvgti on February 13, 2013, 07:28:12 pm
Not a fan... :sad1:

Light though!?  :happy2:

Suprised you don't like them with how similar to TDs they are?


My eyes feel they're gonna bleed from editing URL tags while trying to index the 1st thread to make it a bit easier for people to find stuff!

Actually i don't like them either, and find them far from similar to the TD's Mike, but the main point is you like them  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: luckyGti on February 13, 2013, 07:47:03 pm
I like them if that's any consolation  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: vRSAlex on February 13, 2013, 09:24:13 pm
I love them and they do look better in person.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: craigy123 on February 13, 2013, 10:47:54 pm
Looking great mike  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: rdfcpete on February 13, 2013, 10:52:05 pm
Not a fan... :sad1:

Light though!?  :happy2:

 :surprised: :surprised: :surprised:













 :wink:  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: rdfcpete on February 13, 2013, 10:53:47 pm
Looks like they could do with a refurb from those pics.

Just one (the obvious one) tbh Rich. The other three look cracking with a coat of Poorboys Natty Blue on, after an Iron-X session.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: monte on February 14, 2013, 01:21:42 am
If you dont like Turini's, You need your lumps feeling  :confused:

 :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 14, 2013, 03:23:26 am
If you dont like Turini's, You need your lumps feeling  :confused:

 :laugh:

I concur  :congrats: :congrats: :congrats:  You're getting wise in your old age Carlo
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 14, 2013, 10:08:51 am
Yesterdays purchase...

Auto Dimming rear view mirror with red LEDs underneath to give ambient cabin glow.

I modified my current one to have the red LEDs but wanted the Auto antidazzle retrofit

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2Fimage_1360836059326112_zps796331ee.jpg&hash=d09507d24ef3e31c7b4a83f26b5e08ddaa755f27)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2Fimage_1360836043641286_zps1c5aa588.jpg&hash=e0132dfcc7f6f8d907a2f16ed1111e72000ed78b)




My current one

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2FP1040752.jpg&hash=3d95e08adc3b250f94fdde5bc8ff58ac4656c2b4)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2FP1040756.jpg&hash=035798a40d3eb46dc0e4dac774bd3e1af0044873)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2FP1040760.jpg&hash=eb862caf8bb698b0dd2a147b5d5fb85b1464035d)

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: E30Dom on February 14, 2013, 10:16:16 am
If you dont like Turini's, You need your lumps feeling  :confused:

 :laugh:

Haha...  :booty:

I think the rims just to thick, and the angular shape of the spokes, but each to their own... everyone has different opinions especially on aesthetics... As long as you like 'em bud :happy2:

So which set of wheels are getting wrapped in sticky rubber?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 14, 2013, 10:20:08 am
If you dont like Turini's, You need your lumps feeling  :confused:

 :laugh:

Haha...  :booty:

I think the rims just to thick, and the angular shape of the spokes, but each to their own... everyone has different opinions especially on aesthetics... As long as you like 'em bud :happy2:

So which set of wheels are getting wrapped in sticky rubber?

Potentially all of them  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Hedge on February 14, 2013, 10:37:56 am
I must admit these Speedlines are one of my favourite aftermarket wheels.

Such a shame that they will only get used so Alex can wheel the car in and out of his garage. Very considerate of you Mike going for  something lighter.  :happy2:  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: New brake teaser
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 17, 2013, 05:30:20 pm
 :jumping: :jumping: :party:


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2F550092_291915050934013_1981060593_n_zps99a831f5.jpg&hash=1e6df6468ec2618458fa6b210b46204dbaa3fb66)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: taff-turbo on February 17, 2013, 05:40:49 pm
gorgeous breaks, will look amazing under the turinis  :drool:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Hurdy on February 17, 2013, 07:12:52 pm
gorgeous breaks, will look amazing under the turinis  :drool:

Will they fit under the Turini's Mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: jimk04 on February 17, 2013, 08:39:56 pm
Thought you were going db9?

get my messages Mike about your cARRIERS?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: vRSAlex on February 17, 2013, 08:46:02 pm
gorgeous breaks, will look amazing under the turinis  :drool:

Will they fit under the Turini's Mike?

Dunno yet.  Fit fine under my CK's and 1.2's so should do.

I'm going to pick them up soon and then we will know for sure.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: rdfcpete on February 17, 2013, 10:19:45 pm
Yesterdays purchase...

Auto Dimming rear view mirror with red LEDs underneath to give ambient cabin glow.

I modified my current one to have the red LEDs but wanted the Auto antidazzle retrofit

My current one



Well bu**er me, I have a quite a few questions having just seen this Mike.

The most important one is though, did you convert your mirror to an A/dim mirror without fitting a new windscreen? (Looks like it but thought I'd confirm)
That must mean you now have the auto light & rain sensor built in to the mirror?

I can only guess this might apply to other Volkswagens/Audis/Seats too....

I'm intrigued regarding a little project I've been trying to fire off...  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Leesey on February 17, 2013, 11:57:24 pm
Trying think of the inside of my Cupra, but I think, with out checking that the mirror is not attached to the windscreen, it's on the headlining. The rain sensor is on the top left hand corner of the screen (sitting in the car) on the Leon's as a separate standalone.  (FL ones anyways).
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 18, 2013, 04:07:26 am
Yesterdays purchase...

Auto Dimming rear view mirror with red LEDs underneath to give ambient cabin glow.

I modified my current one to have the red LEDs but wanted the Auto antidazzle retrofit

My current one




Well bu**er me, I have a quite a few questions having just seen this Mike.

The most important one is though, did you convert your mirror to an A/dim mirror without fitting a new windscreen? (Looks like it but thought I'd confirm)
That must mean you now have the auto light & rain sensor built in to the mirror?

I can only guess this might apply to other Volkswagens/Audis/Seats too....

I'm intrigued regarding a little project I've been trying to fire off...  :popcornsoda:

My current mirror is only modified to have the 2 red LEDs in to give the ambient glow in the cabin.

The new mirror just needs 12v (On the Seat to the white wire on the mirror iirc) and earth to power the 2 red LEDs & the Auto dim feature.  So yes Ive upgraded it without fitting an all singing all dancing windscreen  :happy2:

Im not sure on the other aspects.  When I needed a windscreen previously (crack) I considered getting one with the extra sensors in to try and do a full on upgrade but if I need another screen it will be an aftermarket one with heater elements in.

My mirror isnt attached to the screen, it's attached to the headlining.  Ill take some pictures when I do the swap.


@Jim got your PM mate, been really busy.  The DB9s probably wont go on the car and will be sold on.


The brakes ought to be a similar fit to the 996tt so had better fit under the Turinis.  If not Im probably going to go back to Cupra lower arms as they are the worst thing Ive done to the car.  They just don't seem to work well on the Leon


Can't wait to collect the car from Alex in March!  :party: :party:



Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 18, 2013, 04:20:31 am
gorgeous breaks, will look amazing under the turinis  :drool:

Will they fit under the Turini's Mike?

Dunno yet.  Fit fine under my CK's and 1.2's so should do.

I'm going to pick them up soon and then we will know for sure.

What offset are your CKs mate?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: vRSAlex on February 18, 2013, 07:51:27 am
gorgeous breaks, will look amazing under the turinis  :drool:

Will they fit under the Turini's Mike?

Dunno yet.  Fit fine under my CK's and 1.2's so should do.

I'm going to pick them up soon and then we will know for sure.

What offset are your CKs mate?

Et44.  The main issue with the ck's is there isnt much room on the inner circumference of the wheel and they are only a couple of mm away.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on February 18, 2013, 08:11:18 am
So why the change from the db9s?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: vRSAlex on February 18, 2013, 09:56:00 am
So why the change from the db9s?

My new kit has red calipers!  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 18, 2013, 10:03:59 am
So why the change from the db9s?

My new kit has red calipers!  :evilgrin:

Joking aside, them been red has saved £200 due to not having to get them refurbed to match the rears

Plus they where good value!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Bignod00 on February 18, 2013, 10:04:35 am
So why the change from the db9s?

My new kit has red calipers!  :evilgrin:
Would new kit also fit under OEM Cupra Alloys for the winter!? :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on February 18, 2013, 10:07:26 am
And serious response?  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Cupra R on February 18, 2013, 10:48:29 am
So why the change from the db9s?

My new kit has red calipers!  :evilgrin:
Would new kit also fit under OEM Cupra Alloys for the winter!? :party:

I doubt it mate.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Stage II+ Cupra *Fresh Carbon ! Page 97*
Post by: Sie on February 23, 2013, 04:48:16 pm

as promised H&R Wheel studs...  Advertised as coming with an anti corrosive coating, yea right  :fighting:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2FIMAG0171.jpg&hash=199f501fe9f2c20316755deaae23875f253d1575)

Love the look of them in the flesh.  Will stop me destroying the 996TT calipers, make wheel changes easier (when I can afford winters / track rims)

Please ignore the paint on the wheels, they're being refurbed soon  :party:

Where from and how much mike?

Simon
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: DFish on February 23, 2013, 05:36:31 pm
AKS at a guess.

Fish
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 23, 2013, 07:29:49 pm


H & R from AKS Simon  :happy2:

How do you find them Fish?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Sie on February 23, 2013, 08:26:07 pm
What length did you go for?

Thanks

Simon
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: DFish on February 23, 2013, 09:03:22 pm
I think they will in time make things a fair bit easier, I've got the 60mm's fitted but mine are clean and rust free.  :P

Fish
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 28, 2013, 08:55:12 pm

TT arms came off.

Replaced with Cupra arms with SuperPro ball joints...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2FC204CF9F-744A-494B-910C-498422FF446B-816-0000001EC07565C1_zps1e8354bd.jpg&hash=ac002439006c867e7c0420ce3585ebbd91e4efbe)

Next up Brembo Gt Senior / 370mm kit, Paint bonnet red  :party:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: E30Dom on February 28, 2013, 09:18:59 pm
Those ball joints look interesting... Also, do the superpro front bushes go into the arm dry then the steel inserts go in lubed or both lubed?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: vRSAlex on February 28, 2013, 09:56:57 pm
Those ball joints look interesting... Also, do the superpro front bushes go into the arm dry then the steel inserts go in lubed or both lubed?

Tiny bit of lube on the outers to slip them in easily.  :signLOL:

Loads on the inserts.  Excess will come out.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: E30Dom on February 28, 2013, 10:00:51 pm
Cheers Alex!

Are the cupra wishbones alloy then?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: vRSAlex on February 28, 2013, 10:19:01 pm
TT, Cupra and Passat arms are all alloy.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: willc on March 14, 2013, 02:10:53 pm
Just wanted to say... I did it!! I read the whole thread!

Great car Mike, I have a stage 2+ FL Cupra and your journey is a true inspiration! Well done.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 14, 2013, 04:38:46 pm
Just wanted to say... I did it!! I read the whole thread!

Great car Mike, I have a stage 2+ FL Cupra and your journey is a true inspiration! Well done.



Haha good effort Will!  Thanks  :ashamed:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Janner_Sy on March 15, 2013, 07:02:01 pm

TT arms came off.

Replaced with Cupra arms with SuperPro ball joints...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2FC204CF9F-744A-494B-910C-498422FF446B-816-0000001EC07565C1_zps1e8354bd.jpg&hash=ac002439006c867e7c0420ce3585ebbd91e4efbe)

Next up Brembo Gt Senior / 370mm kit, Paint bonnet red  :party:



Interested why these dont work on the Cupra, but work really well on the GTI and vRS.  Shame really.  You'll have to get some top mounts to gain that negative camber back.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 15, 2013, 07:03:29 pm

I've had adjustable top mounts for ages?  Got adjustable ball joints (SuperPro) on oem Cupra arms now too
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Janner_Sy on March 15, 2013, 07:08:00 pm

I've had adjustable top mounts for ages?  Got adjustable ball joints (SuperPro) on oem Cupra arms now too

Ignore me then  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 15, 2013, 07:11:17 pm

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,32721.msg609956.html#msg609956 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,32721.msg609956.html#msg609956)

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,32721.msg611128.html#msg611128 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,32721.msg611128.html#msg611128)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 20, 2013, 07:55:45 pm

Update soon  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: damoegan on March 20, 2013, 08:24:18 pm
 :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on March 20, 2013, 08:25:30 pm
New coilovers?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 20, 2013, 08:54:37 pm

Not sold mine yet
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: rob_e on March 21, 2013, 08:08:35 am
what are you changing to then mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 21, 2013, 09:17:45 am
what are you changing to then mike?

Not 100% decided yet.

Possible update tomorrow  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: liver on March 21, 2013, 01:21:07 pm
i have a feeling i may know what this update is

only a slim chance though that im right  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: vRSAlex on March 22, 2013, 11:38:45 am
BOOM!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F20130322_113022_zps1834c481.jpg&hash=6158edd7369828ea098e5ee742bec98b06e62689)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 22, 2013, 11:46:52 am


  :jumping: :jumping:   :jumping: :jumping:   :jumping: :jumping:   :jumping: :jumping:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: DaveB@Vagbremtechnic on March 22, 2013, 11:53:40 am
Epic stoppers them mate.....

Did you need spacers for your TD's.......?

Right I'm off to get a posse together to run Alex out of town!   :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra ::
Post by: liver on March 22, 2013, 11:57:57 am
lookin awesome  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE!
Post by: geordie56 on March 22, 2013, 12:20:29 pm
All you need to do now mike is get out and do a few bloody miles in it!!  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Cupra R on March 22, 2013, 12:24:08 pm
^^^^^^^^ :signLOL:

What he said  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: camfollower on March 22, 2013, 12:26:14 pm
What caliper/pad/disc combo came off?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: lm_gauci on March 22, 2013, 01:34:20 pm
 :drool:

Can you move the disc round Alex so the AKS Tuning sticker is facing the right way up pls  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: vRSAlex on March 22, 2013, 06:12:24 pm
Managed to get the fuel pump and a new filter fitted:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F20130322_155555_zps9a4de3f7.jpg&hash=085dab0a08f696c09ad260b918e6d15a81a8b9c1)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F20130322_155547_zpsb94d6730.jpg&hash=dfdd39cceaabf7bc6fd6386aa2459b0ebb765604)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F20130322_162851_zpsa479c56d.jpg&hash=d594d905d048ab85dba16af7eb1c002e6541ddd4)

Getting there now.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: rich83 on March 22, 2013, 06:15:21 pm
Master cylinder ?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 22, 2013, 06:17:29 pm
Master cylinder ?

Trying it on the Cupra MC for now.  Gaz Butlers & Rich Walkers both are great so far without.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: vRSAlex on March 22, 2013, 06:30:56 pm
:drool:

Can you move the disc round Alex so the AKS Tuning sticker is facing the right way up pls  :happy2:

Better?  :wink:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv489%2Ffordkaracing%2F20130322_181232_zps04f46854.jpg&hash=691c2c7cec95e1ad5b4184df1fd2af582cf75c92)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Andy on March 22, 2013, 09:32:39 pm
why do you need brakes on a car that never moves :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 22, 2013, 10:03:41 pm

More gubbins removed...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2F6F5DD804-758F-4A26-96B2-E11C1AC7E91C-6461-000004182BF62A7F_zpsd6423a84.jpg&hash=d3869a533027c82c358100ceaa54ab28fb9f9354)

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: rich83 on March 22, 2013, 10:04:33 pm
AC system.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 22, 2013, 10:07:41 pm
AC system.  :happy2:

What was left of it  :happy2:  I thought Statller had removed that gubbins when I had ac condenser removed.
It's gone now  :smiley:

Also charcoal canister.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: MAT ED30 on March 22, 2013, 10:10:09 pm
I might need one of those pipes mate if they are going spare and if you know which ones they are
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 22, 2013, 10:12:23 pm

AC pipes might have already been sold Matt.  Sorry if so.  Ill find out.

From when your dogbone snapped?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: MAT ED30 on March 22, 2013, 10:15:22 pm
Yep took a pipe out in the process  :rolleye:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 22, 2013, 10:16:37 pm
Yep took a pipe out in the process  :rolleye:

 :sad1: 
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: MAT ED30 on March 22, 2013, 10:21:22 pm
I know just one of those little jobs I need to sort out
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Janner_Sy on March 22, 2013, 10:23:03 pm
Now you just need some quality coilover's and the car will be sorted.

Whens the first trackday?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 22, 2013, 10:25:12 pm
Now you just need some quality coilover's and the car will be sorted.

Whens the first trackday?

Quality coilovers you say?  :innocent:

Anyway the V3's where £1200 !
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: RobH on March 22, 2013, 10:30:59 pm
Yep took a pipe out in the process  :rolleye:

I bet its the same one that broke on mine when my dogbone snapped. Let me guess engine rocked forward and snapped the pipe coming up by the fan.

Mines still broke aswell :grin:

Quality coilovers, must be some shiny bilstiens then. I think everyone has seen the light and are swapping to them lately. Just need some top mounts for mine pm'd alex but gonna ring him on monday about fitting some.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: DanGB on March 22, 2013, 10:38:14 pm
Now you just need some quality coilover's and the car will be sorted.

Whens the first trackday?

The V3's are very good quality!!  :fighting:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: MAT ED30 on March 22, 2013, 10:40:00 pm
Yeah rob that's the one  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: DanGB on March 22, 2013, 10:50:55 pm

Quality coilovers, must be some shiny bilstiens then. I think everyone has seen the light and are swapping to them lately. Just need some top mounts for mine pm'd alex but gonna ring him on monday about fitting some.

Whats the deal with people swapping over to the bilstiens, whats the benefit? I speculate most people on here dont actually take advantage of the adjustabilty and benfits of the more expensive coilovers...  :stupid:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: RobH on March 22, 2013, 11:17:05 pm

Quality coilovers, must be some shiny bilstiens then. I think everyone has seen the light and are swapping to them lately. Just need some top mounts for mine pm'd alex but gonna ring him on monday about fitting some.

Whats the deal with people swapping over to the bilstiens, whats the benefit? I speculate most people on here dont actually take advantage of the adjustabilty and benfits of the more expensive coilovers...  :stupid:

Well there loads better to adjust, takes about 40 secs to do all 4 corners from road setup to track setup and Life time warrenty. Coming from V3's i dont know cant answer that, i swapped from sportlines and knackered dampers so it made sense to me.

How many people actually get v3's set up and corner waited to the million different settings on them? Of course you'd have to take them off to do that :stupid:

End of the day, i drive around on softer comfy settings for everyday use, get to the track and stiffen em up, you dont have to compromise between track and road comfort like v3's. Once there setup you're stuck with the settings.

Thats why i went with the billies anyway :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: danishmkvgti on March 23, 2013, 06:51:27 am

Quality coilovers, must be some shiny bilstiens then. I think everyone has seen the light and are swapping to them lately. Just need some top mounts for mine pm'd alex but gonna ring him on monday about fitting some.

Whats the deal with people swapping over to the bilstiens, whats the benefit? I speculate most people on here dont actually take advantage of the adjustabilty and benfits of the more expensive coilovers...  :stupid:

Well there loads better to adjust, takes about 40 secs to do all 4 corners from road setup to track setup and Life time warrenty. Coming from V3's i dont know cant answer that, i swapped from sportlines and knackered dampers so it made sense to me.

How many people actually get v3's set up and corner waited to the million different settings on them? Of course you'd have to take them off to do that :stupid:

End of the day, i drive around on softer comfy settings for everyday use, get to the track and stiffen em up, you dont have to compromise between track and road comfort like v3's. Once there setup you're stuck with the settings.

Thats why i went with the billies anyway :happy2:

Same reasons as above along with a sh*te design as i have mentioned here:

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,7823.msg406251.html#msg406251
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Nodz on March 23, 2013, 07:07:38 am
Yep took a pipe out in the process  :rolleye:

Sorry mat, it's me who's had them... Same thing happened to mine, dogbone bolt sheered, engine moved bye bye aircon pipe.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: rdfcpete on March 23, 2013, 10:10:58 am
Just washing your new wheels in snow as I type Mike  :evilgrin:  :pomppomp:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 23, 2013, 10:15:33 am
Just washing your new wheels in snow as I type Mike  :evilgrin:  :pomppomp:

 :notworthy: :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: DanGB on March 23, 2013, 10:54:46 am

Quality coilovers, must be some shiny bilstiens then. I think everyone has seen the light and are swapping to them lately. Just need some top mounts for mine pm'd alex but gonna ring him on monday about fitting some.

Whats the deal with people swapping over to the bilstiens, whats the benefit? I speculate most people on here dont actually take advantage of the adjustabilty and benfits of the more expensive coilovers...  :stupid:



Well there loads better to adjust, takes about 40 secs to do all 4 corners from road setup to track setup and Life time warrenty. Coming from V3's i dont know cant answer that, i swapped from sportlines and knackered dampers so it made sense to me.

How many people actually get v3's set up and corner waited to the million different settings on them? Of course you'd have to take them off to do that :stupid:

End of the day, i drive around on softer comfy settings for everyday use, get to the track and stiffen em up, you dont have to compromise between track and road comfort like v3's. Once there setup you're stuck with the settings.

Thats why i went with the billies anyway :happy2:

Same reasons as above along with a sh*te design as i have mentioned here:

http://www.vagcars.dk/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=23&t=73782&p=679424#p679424

Sorry Jake, I couldnt find the reference to the KW's on there at all?

ROB, regarding the warranty, Ive read its two years in Europe and 'lifetime' in the USA. So you might want to check that incase  :smiley:

Im pretty sure you dont have to take them off the adjust the V3's, but cant confirm that as mine were adjusted by Jabbasport.

I see the V3 and B16 are about the same price now, so I can see why you would choose between the two if you didnt have either, but still cant see the logic of swapping from V3's to B16's or the other way round, as they are SO similar.  Each to there own though, just curious :)

Mike just check how much you can lower the B16;'s by as the catalogues only say 10-30mm
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Cupra R on March 23, 2013, 11:05:34 am
The B16's certainly go low enough.

Mine aren't at their lowest and was thinking Alex had set them too low  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: RobH on March 23, 2013, 11:19:38 am
It says on Balance motorsports website there covered by limited lifetime warrenty http://www.balancemotorsport.co.uk/sitepage/Bilstein.html 3rd paragragh.

The Bilstiens dont go as low as KW's mine are nearly wound all the way down at the front and its still a decent gap between arch and tyre but you need a gap really.

I wouldnt swap from V3's to billies either unless the KW's were a right off.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 23, 2013, 01:38:12 pm
Just washing your new wheels in snow as I type Mike  :evilgrin:  :pomppomp:

Pics or it didnt happen  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: danishmkvgti on March 23, 2013, 02:59:43 pm

Quality coilovers, must be some shiny bilstiens then. I think everyone has seen the light and are swapping to them lately. Just need some top mounts for mine pm'd alex but gonna ring him on monday about fitting some.

Whats the deal with people swapping over to the bilstiens, whats the benefit? I speculate most people on here dont actually take advantage of the adjustabilty and benfits of the more expensive coilovers...  :stupid:



Well there loads better to adjust, takes about 40 secs to do all 4 corners from road setup to track setup and Life time warrenty. Coming from V3's i dont know cant answer that, i swapped from sportlines and knackered dampers so it made sense to me.

How many people actually get v3's set up and corner waited to the million different settings on them? Of course you'd have to take them off to do that :stupid:

End of the day, i drive around on softer comfy settings for everyday use, get to the track and stiffen em up, you dont have to compromise between track and road comfort like v3's. Once there setup you're stuck with the settings.

Thats why i went with the billies anyway :happy2:

Same reasons as above along with a sh*te design as i have mentioned here:

http://www.vagcars.dk/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=23&t=73782&p=679424#p679424

Sorry Jake, I couldnt find the reference to the KW's on there at all?

ROB, regarding the warranty, Ive read its two years in Europe and 'lifetime' in the USA. So you might want to check that incase  :smiley:

Im pretty sure you dont have to take them off the adjust the V3's, but cant confirm that as mine were adjusted by Jabbasport.

I see the V3 and B16 are about the same price now, so I can see why you would choose between the two if you didnt have either, but still cant see the logic of swapping from V3's to B16's or the other way round, as they are SO similar.  Each to there own though, just curious :)

Mike just check how much you can lower the B16;'s by as the catalogues only say 10-30mm

Sorry DanGB, wrong link, it has now been corrected. The B16 doesn't go as low as the V3, but performs better.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: b9rgo1234 on March 24, 2013, 11:02:23 am
The brakes look good Mike, but do the Turinis go on?  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 24, 2013, 11:02:57 am

I'll find out next week  :scared: :scared: :scared: :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: b9rgo1234 on March 24, 2013, 11:14:25 am
 :evilgrin:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: RENNTAG on March 24, 2013, 12:24:48 pm
Mike got my Brembos on yester day. been out for a drive this morning and they are awesome! feel very OEM when driving normally, then when you really stand on the brakes it actually hurts a bit  :laugh:

Doing a trackday next weekend so will soon see how the perform on thrack  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 24, 2013, 12:44:47 pm

 :party: :party: :party: :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: E30Dom on March 24, 2013, 01:09:01 pm
then when you really stand on the brakes it actually hurts a bit  :laugh:

Love this haha
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: jimk04 on March 24, 2013, 10:58:16 pm
Will you have it back for a spirited drive to cadwell next Monday?!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 24, 2013, 10:59:07 pm
Will you have it back for a spirited drive to cadwell next Monday?!

Don't think so James  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: jimk04 on March 24, 2013, 11:00:07 pm
Shame! Cheers for the pm thanks mate.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: rdfcpete on March 24, 2013, 11:18:37 pm
Will you have it back for a spirited drive to cadwell next Monday?!

Don't think so James  :sad1:

Dropped you a text back  :happy2:
Is next weekend any good thinking outside the box, or, when are you next at Alexs' gaff?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Bignod00 on March 25, 2013, 07:09:39 pm
Will you have it back for a spirited drive to cadwell next Monday?!

Don't think so James  :sad1:
Will have to jump in with me or Carlo then matey! :driver: :happy2:

Should be a good day out! :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Cupra R on March 25, 2013, 07:12:18 pm
Will you have it back for a spirited drive to cadwell next Monday?!

Don't think so James  :sad1:
Will have to jump in with me or Carlo then matey! :driver: :happy2:

Should be a good day out! :party:

You off to the TA too then Mat?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Bignod00 on March 25, 2013, 07:14:02 pm
Will you have it back for a spirited drive to cadwell next Monday?!

Don't think so James  :sad1:
Will have to jump in with me or Carlo then matey! :driver: :happy2:

Should be a good day out! :party:

You off to the TA too then Mat?
Oh yeah matey boy, you coming!!!!!?  :pomppomp: :pomppomp:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Janner_Sy on March 25, 2013, 07:21:32 pm
Mikes in the TA  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Cupra R on March 25, 2013, 07:21:54 pm
Yep.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Cupra R on March 25, 2013, 07:24:14 pm
Mikes in the TA  :grin:

Go go Mikey boy  :driver: :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Bignod00 on March 25, 2013, 07:39:58 pm
Mikes in the TA  :grin:
:signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL: :notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy: :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Bignod00 on March 25, 2013, 07:40:21 pm
Yep.
Sweet mate, will be good to catch up again! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Cupra R on March 25, 2013, 07:48:31 pm
 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 25, 2013, 07:52:42 pm
Mikes in the TA  :grin:
:signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL: :notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy: :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL:

Matt is in the RAF.  :pomppomp:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: monte on March 26, 2013, 08:15:38 am
Matts in the Air Cadets  :ashamed:

(Only joking Maverick)  :wink:


...Sorry only kidding again.














....iceman  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 26, 2013, 08:18:17 am

 :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: SuperPro explanation
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 26, 2013, 08:29:02 am

So the MkII TTs lower arms where removed.

On the Leon the TT arms position the wheel closer to the where the bumper and the wing meet on the Arch. 

Despite Alex at AKS Pulling, Rolling, Spacing my front wings I'd still get ocasional scraping and on track wouldve probably happened even more.

The TTs Arms are a great mod for the Golf with the adjustable ball joints just turns out that theyre not suited to the Leon.


I had the Cupra arms re -fitted;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2FC204CF9F-744A-494B-910C-498422FF446B-816-0000001EC07565C1_zps1e8354bd.jpg&hash=ac002439006c867e7c0420ce3585ebbd91e4efbe)

With some SuperProball joints.

Haven't had chance to test this new setup yet but reckon it's going to be great.  All round adjustability.  Will report back after the next trackday.




Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: AndrewJB on March 26, 2013, 08:41:06 am
When did you actually last drive the car?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 26, 2013, 08:45:19 am

Just before christmas
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: AndrewJB on March 26, 2013, 08:46:35 am
When you testing the brakes then
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 26, 2013, 08:47:24 am

A week or so  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: AndrewJB on March 26, 2013, 08:53:30 am
Let me know!!!! Could sway a very important decision
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 26, 2013, 08:56:04 am

Decision is already made, if you don't fit them you're gay  :chicken: :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: AndrewJB on March 26, 2013, 08:59:52 am
Still deciding if they are big enough :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: vRSAlex on March 26, 2013, 02:05:27 pm
Still deciding if they are big enough :P

Is there anything bigger?  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: rich83 on March 26, 2013, 02:08:51 pm
Ill test them this week for you mate....  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 26, 2013, 02:09:24 pm

Of course you will.  :stupid:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: rich83 on March 26, 2013, 02:10:14 pm
 :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: AndrewJB on March 26, 2013, 02:12:32 pm
Still deciding if they are big enough :P

Is there anything bigger?  :P

Haha knowing you... there is haha

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: rich83 on March 26, 2013, 02:15:35 pm
Ill give these 6 months and about 1000miles... and they will be taken of and replaced with something shinier!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 26, 2013, 02:16:19 pm

Not happening.  Unless it's smaller shinier Cupra brakes and the car is being traded in
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: AndrewJB on March 26, 2013, 02:21:19 pm
What about when Alex comes up with 390mm brakes?  :innocent: Because you know he will haha
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 26, 2013, 02:34:30 pm


Nichts
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Cupra R on March 26, 2013, 02:40:46 pm
It wouldn't be just brakes being bought then, it would be new wheels too  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: VRSerious on March 27, 2013, 10:21:01 am

Not happening.  Unless it's smaller shinier Cupra brakes and the car is being traded in

Car traded in?? like that will ever happen! wonder what you'd get for the most expensive Cupra in the uk? :booty:

How you doing Mike? long time no speak fella.
Chris.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Hedge on March 27, 2013, 11:24:15 am
Ill give these 6 months and about 1000miles... and they will be taken of and replaced with something shinier!  :signLOL:

Why so many miles?  :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 27, 2013, 11:27:20 am

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: rich83 on March 27, 2013, 12:22:38 pm
Ill give these 6 months and about 1000miles... and they will be taken of and replaced with something shinier!  :signLOL:

Why so many miles?  :scared:

 :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 29, 2013, 07:09:43 pm

Get the tissues ready  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 29, 2013, 07:31:48 pm

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 29, 2013, 07:35:54 pm

** Reserved for sh*t joke by Rich or Ian ***
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: b9rgo1234 on March 29, 2013, 08:23:14 pm
Miles of space   :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: rich83 on March 29, 2013, 08:54:50 pm
It felt a bit down on power today mike...  But the brakes are fantastic.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 29, 2013, 08:55:34 pm
It felt a bit down on power today mike...  But the brakes are fantastic.

 :confused: Driving with no road tax Rich?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: rich83 on March 29, 2013, 09:05:22 pm
Ohh did it have no tax? It's pretty hard to see anything at 165mph.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Top Cat on March 29, 2013, 09:06:19 pm
 :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: taff-turbo on March 29, 2013, 09:10:22 pm

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 29, 2013, 09:11:16 pm

B16's going on Wednesday  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: RobH on March 29, 2013, 09:24:15 pm
Ohh did it have no tax? It's pretty hard to see anything at 165mph.

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: Hedge on March 29, 2013, 09:28:13 pm
Ohh did it have no tax? It's pretty hard to see anything at 165mph.

You did a 165mph terminal at Satan Pod?  :surprised: :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: rich83 on March 29, 2013, 09:34:54 pm
Ohh did it have no tax? It's pretty hard to see anything at 165mph.

You did a 165mph terminal at Satan Pod?  :surprised: :scared:

That was on the bypass. Could only manage a 15s 1/4 mile
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: this round of mods nearly done...
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2013, 12:14:08 am
The last stage of this round of mods...

Wings were damaged by arch contact after a dreadful (undriveable) setup at BackDraft MotorSport.

So off they come...

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New wings fitted.  Inner lips cut and rolled to ensure no contact with 235s...

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Off to paint on Monday to make the front end red again!

Massive thanks to Alex for doing an outstanding job, with OCD levels of attention to detail in all the work on my car.  Also for putting up with my bombardment of questions & requests!
The new setup should be epic!

Turinis + B16 Bilsteins + Brembo 370mm =  :drool:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: phoenix on April 13, 2013, 12:23:19 am
Amazing car, bet it's an awesome drive that! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: james on April 13, 2013, 07:28:00 am
will be crazy in uk traffic  :happy2:

looking good mate.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: AndrewJB on April 13, 2013, 08:08:37 am
bet it's an awesome drive that! :happy2:

Mike wouldn't know  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: b9rgo1234 on April 13, 2013, 11:36:23 am
No carbon fibre wings?  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2013, 12:39:53 pm
bet it's an awesome drive that! :happy2:

Mike wouldn't know  :signLOL:

Stop it.... mike might lock the thread again.......  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on April 13, 2013, 01:47:39 pm
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WTF is that big lump on the upper left hand side of the arch!!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Jimbo_h on April 13, 2013, 07:07:25 pm
Very nice fella :happy2: :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2013, 07:23:13 pm

Sits on the Turinis for the 1st time...

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Has just come off the ramp so needs to settle.  Totally lost its evil 'stance' & looks a little odd atm but sure it will settle down after a few miles.

I think the brakes look immense under the Turinis!  May have to do the Turinis Anthracite or Gloss black later this year.

Old bonnet & wings on temporarily so it can go to alignment.  New wings & carbon bonnet should be off to paint on Monday  :jumping: :laugh:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on April 13, 2013, 07:26:37 pm
Those brakes look awesome!!


Sits on the Turinis for the 1st time...


Has just come off the ramp so needs to settle.  Totally lost its evil 'stance' & looks a little odd atm but sure it will settle down after a few miles.

I think the brakes look immense under the Turinis!  May have to do the Turinis Anthracite or Gloss black later this year.

Old bonnet & wings on temporarily so it can go to alignment.  New wings & carbon bonnet should be off to paint on Monday  :jumping: :laugh:

I think its the different alloy colour thats made that change.  Black on red definitely seems more aaggressive i think.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2013, 07:28:28 pm

I think it's the tractor look  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: b9rgo1234 on April 13, 2013, 07:52:05 pm
Looking EPIC!!  :congrats:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: DFish on April 13, 2013, 07:53:53 pm
Black or gold for those nice turinis.

Fish
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2013, 07:55:48 pm

Really don't fancy gold but I can see them being darker in the near future
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rdfcpete on April 13, 2013, 08:03:08 pm
Corrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr  :happy2: :evilgrin:

Definitely a grey, don't go too dark  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2013, 08:05:15 pm

I am thinking anthracite, Pete.  Miss them?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: b9rgo1234 on April 13, 2013, 08:09:49 pm
Go anthracite  :happy2:

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Excuse the spare room/ parts storage  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2013, 08:10:49 pm

Look outstanding in that colour  :drool:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P134
Post by: AndyED30 on April 13, 2013, 08:13:29 pm

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Think I'm going to have to try v.hard not to want a set of those brakes...........................
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2013, 08:15:40 pm

Andy, don't look now!

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Last week there was five sets left!  :scared:  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: AndyED30 on April 13, 2013, 08:16:59 pm
 :signLOL: Do they work as good as they look?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2013, 08:19:01 pm

Can't tell you how much I'm looking forward to giving you my honest opinion!

Collect my car very soon.  Ben ("Bendy") has a set fitted and says they're amazing.  Alex (vrsAlex) has them fitted and loves them.  Can't wait!!!  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: vRSAlex on April 13, 2013, 08:26:30 pm
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WTF is that big lump on the upper left hand side of the arch!!

Alarm siren.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2013, 08:36:53 pm
:signLOL: Do they work as good as they look?

Make that 4 sets left!  :scared: 

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,7823.msg719521.html#msg719521 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,7823.msg719521.html#msg719521)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: RENNTAG on April 13, 2013, 09:12:29 pm
:signLOL: Do they work as good as they look?

Yes  :grin:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: big eck on April 18, 2013, 05:55:05 am
Another quick Leon. I don't know weather to hold out for one of these or just go for the ed30.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: craigy123 on April 18, 2013, 10:03:25 am
Bet you cannot wait to get your backside back in the drivers seat and take it for a good blast!! Those brakes look the dogs kahunas behind the speed lines. What about the same colour as I painted my wheels Mike? Bentley anthracite?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 18, 2013, 10:04:50 am

Sounds spot on Craig wanna text a pic?  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: craigy123 on April 18, 2013, 10:08:06 am
Excuse the crap pics....

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: 56OctyVRS on April 18, 2013, 10:13:37 pm
Are you going to switch to the Revo intake whilst it's in?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 19, 2013, 02:15:42 am
Are you going to switch to the Revo intake whilst it's in?


I've had no issues with the ITG so it's staying put for now  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 30, 2013, 07:13:57 am

The new AKS / Brembo brake kit is AMAZING! That's all for now  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: danishmkvgti on April 30, 2013, 07:59:12 am

The new AKS / Brembo brake kit is AMAZING! That's all for now  :driver:

I told you so  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 30, 2013, 08:00:55 am

The new AKS / Brembo brake kit is AMAZING! That's all for now  :driver:

I told you so  :drinking:

Over the moon mate.  They are fantastic. Will get some more time under my right foot & find time to do a review
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: liver on April 30, 2013, 08:24:16 am
glad you've finally been out in the car

get enjoying it now
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 30, 2013, 05:45:11 pm

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rich83 on April 30, 2013, 05:47:08 pm
Happy with the wings/bonnet? I like the way they painted the supports but on the skin.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: danishmkvgti on April 30, 2013, 05:47:24 pm
It looks great Mike, and handles accordingly, how do you find it so far?  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 30, 2013, 05:53:16 pm

Paint man has done a gleaming job on the wings & bonnet and I'll be happy to use him for work the Lupo needs.

Paint will be inspected by midlands car care tomorrow, I'm sure if anyone can find any issues , Russ will.

Handling is amazing. Only driven 100 miles but it felt great.  Combination of superpro ball joints, billsteins & ground control top mounts mean ultimate adjustability.

Track day & proper review after I get back from Cyprus.

Oh, the AKS / Brembo brakes...   :surprised: :surprised: :surprised: Bloody awesome.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 30, 2013, 05:57:39 pm

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: danishmkvgti on April 30, 2013, 06:19:05 pm

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How much clearance are there between the outer edge of the caliper to the inside of the rim Mike?
I'm putting the 18" TD PR 1.2 on th car tomorrow and i'm a bit worried about clearance to the balancing "pads" located on the outside of the rim in regards to caliper clearance  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Cupra R on April 30, 2013, 06:21:52 pm
Depending on your wheel weights and they're placement Jake, I think it could be quite tight.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: vRSAlex on April 30, 2013, 06:42:05 pm
Very tight Jake. Weights need sticking slightly up the spokes. I will try and get some pics.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: danishmkvgti on April 30, 2013, 06:48:19 pm
Very tight Jake. Weights need sticking slightly up the spokes. I will try and get some pics.

Cheers Alex and Mike, i was expecting it to be tight so i might try to remove the ones fiteed and refit them to other locations, but pictures would be great Alex  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: jimk04 on April 30, 2013, 08:30:30 pm
Looking good Mike, wheels look spot on.

We must meet up in the cars one weekend over summer. :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 30, 2013, 08:33:53 pm
Looking good Mike, wheels look spot on.

We must meet up in the cars one weekend over summer. :happy2:

 :happy2: :happy2: :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: wigit on April 30, 2013, 11:23:29 pm
car is looking great after the lasted batch of mods, i love the b16s and they are just so well damped and easy to adjust, turinis are always full of win  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 30, 2013, 11:29:38 pm
car is looking great after the lasted batch of mods, i love the b16s and they are just so well damped and easy to adjust, turinis are always full of win  :happy2:

I have to agree on all accounts lol  :ashamed:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: AndrewJB on May 01, 2013, 03:36:49 pm
Work looks tops but am i the only one who thinks the bonnet looked better un-painted? it made the car look meaner!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: dave23 on May 02, 2013, 10:37:11 pm
Good lord, just catching up on this now!

Fantastic thread and car, given me some ideas for my K1!

If you still have the original 'orion' alloys and are willing to sell, let me know! A mate is after them.

Keep up the nice work!  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rdfcpete on May 02, 2013, 10:46:46 pm
Is she back home now Mike?!  :popcornsoda: :popcornsoda: :popcornsoda: :popcornsoda:

Talk to me about brake dust too, you didn't advance on your text?  :chicken:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rich83 on May 03, 2013, 01:16:11 am
Mike... you never call... you never text... are you still alive?  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Neilgti on May 03, 2013, 06:04:16 pm
Mike... you never call... you never text... are you still alive?  :sad1:

He's sunning himself in Cyprus at the the mo  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: vRSAlex on May 03, 2013, 06:09:46 pm
Mike... you never call... you never text... are you still alive?  :sad1:

I get a weeks piece and quiet!  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Matto on May 03, 2013, 06:19:33 pm
You must get loads done Alex  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Neilgti on May 03, 2013, 06:25:48 pm
Mike... you never call... you never text... are you still alive?  :sad1:

I get a weeks piece and quiet!  :grin:

 :grin: we all will  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: E30Dom on May 04, 2013, 08:09:53 am
Looking good Mike, wheels look spot on.

We must meet up in the cars one weekend over summer. :happy2:

Can I gatecrash the party, would love to see this car in the flesh, looks spot on...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rex on May 04, 2013, 09:51:22 am

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Looking good, Mike!
I like that you painted the bonnet (not a big fan of the black bonnets even if they are carbon).
And the brake/wheel combo is car porn.
Well done!  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Phil_T on May 05, 2013, 11:00:12 am
Love the new look Mike, Brakes look amazing! Check my thread for the wheels in anthracite & the guy does 4 wheels for £150 if the tyres are off & the job is flawless
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Andy on May 05, 2013, 11:28:55 am
Car is looking excellent  Mike  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Alzak on May 12, 2013, 09:57:04 pm
I am just about to swap standard suspension on my leon for coilovers which top mounts would you recommend ?
Title: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: n0ble on May 12, 2013, 10:44:51 pm
Mike, go with a hybrid turbo if your not going BT. Absolutely unbelievable, pulls so hard you run out of revs :-)

Sent from my GT-I9505 using Tapatalk 2
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: DFish on May 12, 2013, 10:59:03 pm
Alzak, I think he has the Ground Control top mounts. Not cheap but get good reviews.

Fish
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Alzak on May 13, 2013, 06:44:35 am
Alzak, I think he has the Ground Control top mounts. Not cheap but get good reviews.

Fish

Where is best place to get them ??
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: danishmkvgti on May 13, 2013, 07:01:22 am
Alzak, I think he has the Ground Control top mounts. Not cheap but get good reviews.

Fish

Where is best place to get them ??

AKS tuning  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 14, 2013, 01:39:13 pm

The car is in for some TLC & paint surgery with Russ & the team at Midlands car care.... They had some mega cars in the workshop  :party:
 
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Bilt Hammer foam

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Write up to follow.

Then looking at getting the Turninis done black  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: danishmkvgti on May 14, 2013, 01:52:01 pm
inspired by mine with the black TD??  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 14, 2013, 01:53:52 pm

More by the set of Black TDs Ive had for 3 years  :P 

So used to the black / red theme that silver still looks a bit odd, but its growing on me
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: DonalM on May 14, 2013, 01:56:42 pm
Excellent stuff Mike.

You're giving me bad thoughts of buying my old Mk5 back off my Dad and turning it into a track weapon.

Have to say I'd definitely go back to black or anthracite on the wheels too.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: RENNTAG on May 14, 2013, 03:22:44 pm
Excellent stuff Mike.

You're giving me bad thoughts of buying my old Mk5 back off my Dad and turning it into a track weapon.

Have to say I'd definitely go back to black or anthracite on the wheels too.

Do it! Mine is become a track weapon and its awesome. Just can't wait till the next track day
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rich83 on May 14, 2013, 03:25:17 pm

More by the set of Black TDs Ive had for 3 years  :P 

So used to the black / red theme that silver still looks a bit odd, but its growing on me


I think the silver works really well (they are probably my fav. wheels anyway)... it also gives the car a totally different appearance track vs road :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 14, 2013, 03:29:07 pm
Excellent stuff Mike.

You're giving me bad thoughts of buying my old Mk5 back off my Dad and turning it into a track weapon.

Have to say I'd definitely go back to black or anthracite on the wheels too.

Thanks mate  :smiley: :happy2:

It's certainly in the pipeline.  The TDs for track are still gloss black, the Turinis in sliver are growing on me but would be good in black to match the other accents on the car.



More by the set of Black TDs Ive had for 3 years  :P 

So used to the black / red theme that silver still looks a bit odd, but its growing on me


I think the silver works really well (they are probably my fav. wheels anyway)... it also gives the car a totally different appearance track vs road :happy2:

They looked really odd to me at 1st but have grown on me loads.  I'm wondering if anthracite (have you seen Alex's?) will match right with the other gloss black bits
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rich83 on May 14, 2013, 03:48:01 pm
Yes... that colour would work also. I think wheels get a bit 'lost' in black.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: DFish on May 14, 2013, 05:25:20 pm
Not thought about gold for the Turini's?

Fish
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rich83 on May 14, 2013, 05:50:39 pm
Not thought about gold for the Turini's?

Fish

Damn... you beat Hedge to it!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rdfcpete on May 14, 2013, 06:04:06 pm
Then looking at getting the Turninis done black  :innocent:

 :party: :party: :party: :party: :party: :party: :party: :party:  :pomppomp: :pomppomp: :pomppomp: :pomppomp:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: b9rgo1234 on May 14, 2013, 06:31:53 pm
Black will tie in nicely with the black mirrors and grill.
You have left in great hands with Russ, it will look amazing when its done.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 14, 2013, 06:39:04 pm
Black will tie in nicely with the black mirrors and grill.
You have left in great hands with Russ, it will look amazing when its done.  :happy2:

I've seen his work & agree  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 16, 2013, 12:22:58 pm

Collected the car from the guys at Midlands Car Care....

The paint was in dire need of some TLC after 10 months of neglect.  Im really really happy with it.  Looks mega shiny in the sun today.

Ill let the pictures do the talking  :innocent:

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Massive thanks to the guys at MCC they were mega accommodating with drop off & collection.  As I weas working around my holiday.  Offered every service from 'consultation', dint removal, maintenance washing through to full paint correction & protection, wheel refurbishing, wrapping.... You get the idea.

I had a couple of interior bits wrapped while it was there to add to the gloss black details;

('Scuse iPhone pics)

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One more pic whore moment, from one of the updates MCC sent me during polishing

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Ok, Ok. Last one...


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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on May 16, 2013, 12:42:02 pm
Looking good mike.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 16, 2013, 12:43:20 pm
Cheers Sy. Just phoned DIO to get on the waiting list for a garage.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Hedge on May 16, 2013, 01:14:56 pm
Looks very nice Mike.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 16, 2013, 01:23:45 pm

Thanks Ian.

Next up;

Replace steering wheel controller, flock rear half of dash & a couple of of engine mods  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rich83 on May 16, 2013, 01:28:58 pm
Looking very shiny mate!

Whats up with your SW controller?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 16, 2013, 01:31:57 pm
Looking very shiny mate!

Whats up with your SW controller?

Buttons & horn stopped working. Vcds says controller has packed in :(  £169 to replace  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rich83 on May 16, 2013, 01:33:15 pm
Poo poo!!  :confused:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 16, 2013, 01:37:53 pm
Poo poo!!  :confused:

Tired of ringing breakers to find a compatible one. Ah well.


Will be testing the AKS setup properly at Cadwell park soon  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rich83 on May 16, 2013, 01:40:35 pm
Cadwell.. you will love it. Its a mental circuit
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 16, 2013, 02:01:50 pm

Cannot wait! Just from spectating I love Cadwell
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: berg on May 16, 2013, 03:05:31 pm
is that a small child I see which has grown whilst the car has been at aks? the foetus has gestated in the warm surroundings of the cupra and been subjected to more mods than a child could comprehend...

looking a lot morew shiny than when i saw it looking all glum... :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 16, 2013, 03:29:08 pm

Not sure what to do about the child..

He looks happy enough so can be my mother & child big parking space ticket  :innocent:

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: fab5freddy on May 16, 2013, 03:46:22 pm
Quote


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That's the money shot Mike. Looks stunning  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rex on May 16, 2013, 04:36:07 pm
Next years calendar?
Mike you have done a stunning job so far!  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: vRSAlex on May 16, 2013, 04:55:01 pm

Thanks Ian.

Next up;

Replace steering wheel controller, flock rear half of dash & a couple of of engine mods  :innocent:

Plus the 102mm cold air feed ducting I have on the shelf for you  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Matto on May 16, 2013, 05:19:57 pm
Looking nice and fresh mate. Look forward to seeing it Sunday.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 16, 2013, 06:18:52 pm

Thanks for the kind words guys! 

Im In love with it again, need s a tiny bit of paint repair (Laquer peel on rear arch & blister under reflector) But she's getting back in shape!

She handles bloody amazingly, thanks again to Alex but must admit I need to get a good feel for it again to use it to its full potential as Ive become so used to the wifes Roller skate Lupo.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: gazbutS3 on May 16, 2013, 07:49:03 pm
Looks awesome Mike, me likey :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: s3dubbin on May 16, 2013, 07:58:03 pm
Such a good looking car on those speedlines. Looks brill.

Stevie.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: AndrewJB on May 16, 2013, 08:29:52 pm
Looks nice and shiny
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 16, 2013, 08:31:46 pm

Thanks Ian.

Next up;

Replace steering wheel controller, flock rear half of dash & a couple of of engine mods  :innocent:

Plus the 102mm cold air feed ducting I have on the shelf for you  :happy2:

Doing the 'heat shrinking' thing to the back of the fog grills?  I'll get a 2nd set of fog grills I think
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 16, 2013, 09:48:58 pm



Next up;

Replace steering wheel controller, flock rear half of dash & a couple of of engine mods  :innocent:

The next big mod will probably be pole positions  :evilgrin:

The next engine mods are; WMI, AKS TB pipe & maybe APR runner flap delete
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: AndrewJB on May 16, 2013, 09:53:10 pm




APR runner flap delete

Me and Alex discussed this the other day fella.

Seems its really not worth it unless your Stage3 or higher
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: monte on May 17, 2013, 07:04:12 am

Quote


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Love it  :congrats: :congrats: :congrats:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: liver on May 17, 2013, 09:57:23 am
very nice mate

looks a top job

go and enjoy it now  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 15, 2013, 02:51:20 pm

Went to Cadwell Park for an evening session on Wednesday....


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Rear seats out.


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Quick wash.

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Turinis off, Team Dynamics with Federals on.


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Met Rich, Neil & Shaun at Cadwell

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Somewhere to store the tools & fuel!


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Track whores ready in the paddocks.


To be continued....
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Bignod00 on June 15, 2013, 02:56:41 pm
 :party: :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on June 15, 2013, 03:50:50 pm
Javelins trcakdays FB page has a good one of your car.   :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 15, 2013, 03:53:54 pm
Javelins trcakdays FB page has a good one of your car.   :drinking:

Have them all  :happy2:  didn't get chance to have tuition so bought the photos
Title: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: benj1989 on June 15, 2013, 04:30:35 pm
How hard is it to take the seats out and does it make much difference to performance? If it's not too hard how did you do it.

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Title: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on June 15, 2013, 04:41:00 pm
How hard is it to take the seats out and does it make much difference to performance? If it's not too hard how did you do it.

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My rear seats/tyre/tool setup weighs 49kg so its a fair amount of weight you can save.  The cars are already front biased with the weight distribution, so taking weight out the rear just exasperates it IMO.  Tbh, i never bother taking mine out for trackdays, i just get in the car, drive to the trackday and then drive around the track, no prep needed  :innocent:.  

It might also explain why mike ended up facing the wrong way on track lol :driver:
Title: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 15, 2013, 04:47:15 pm
How hard is it to take the seats out and does it make much difference to performance? If it's not too hard how did you do it.

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One torx screw from behind the bench on the boot.  One torx screw for the seat belt.

Bottom bench pulls out.

Takes 2 minutes  :happy2:


The rear bench must weigh around 30 kilos! Must make a difference.  Bit childish but  exhaust sounds  great with the seats out lol.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 15, 2013, 05:13:30 pm
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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on June 15, 2013, 05:25:44 pm
Like this one.  

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 15, 2013, 05:30:55 pm

Yea me too, was the first lap, before the down pour   :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on June 15, 2013, 05:32:29 pm
wet trackdays FTW.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Cupra R on June 15, 2013, 06:04:55 pm
Car looks great in those photos Mike :happy2:

Midlands CC did a stunning job of it.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Hurdy on June 15, 2013, 06:35:43 pm
wet trackdays FTW.

Yep, wet trackdays are awesome :love:

Mike, those pics of the trackday and detail are great. Good to see the car being used on track too. :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on June 15, 2013, 07:50:03 pm
Good to see the car being used on track too. :happy2:

Never a truer thing spoken. 
Title: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: monte on June 15, 2013, 11:19:33 pm
How hard is it to take the seats out and does it make much difference to performance? If it's not too hard how did you do it.

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One torx screw from behind the bench on the boot.  One torx screw for the seat belt.

Bottom bench pulls out.

Takes 2 minutes  :happy2:


The rear bench must weigh around 30 kilos! Must make a difference.  Bit childish but  exhaust sounds  great with the seats out lol.



I couldn't believe how heavy the back seats were  :surprised:

Must be 25kgs in the 60% split seat back rest part alone.


Track pics looks really great Mike.  :drool:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Neilgti on June 16, 2013, 08:08:09 am
wet trackdays FTW.

Yep, wet trackdays are awesome :love:

Mike, those pics of the trackday and detail are great. Good to see the car being used on track too. :happy2:

Yes wet trackdays are a lot a fun  :wink:

I was at Cadwell that night and at one point i was aqua planing sideways down the straight with the standing water lol
Good to finally meet up aswell Mike  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: liver on June 17, 2013, 09:28:44 am
awesome pics

great to see it on track

cadwell is one of the tracks I want to box off
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: DFish on June 17, 2013, 07:08:15 pm
How did the Fed's hold up on the wet circuit?

Fish
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 29, 2013, 10:38:56 am
Out with the old...

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To be fitted Tuesday, all going well.  Thanks to Awesome Hassan!


Also for the rear;

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Going to have the back of my number plate vinyled up as an AKS show plate so I can flip it round for track days.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: AwesomeHassan on June 29, 2013, 11:40:35 am
Out with the old...

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To be fitted Tuesday, all going well.  Thanks to Awesome Hassan!


Also for the rear;

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Going to have the back of my number plate vinyled up as an AKS show plate so I can flip it round for track days.


No worries Mike!

Nice talking to you  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: AndrewJB on June 29, 2013, 05:02:41 pm
i need to replace my boost guage, it works fine but the warning like comes on at 1.0bar and cant be changed
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 29, 2013, 10:21:39 pm

?@#!!   ***@%!  Throttle body!!  :fighting: :fighting: :fighting:

WMI Monies now needed to fix TB  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: AndrewJB on June 29, 2013, 10:24:30 pm
going to upgrade like Alex has?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 29, 2013, 10:38:57 pm
going to upgrade like Alex has?

Would be a nice "every little helps mod" but I cant afford the 70mm TB.  Fitting a new TB this week with WMI spacer plate.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rich83 on June 30, 2013, 01:02:32 am
Another one bites the dust
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 24, 2013, 08:17:05 pm

Bit of an update....

Recently added Highline clocks, been after these for ages!  Need a Polar unit now!

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Big thanks to EddieNL for his vag commander wizardry!  I would recomend him for any Retrofitting or fault diagnosis!

He also fitted Reverse camera to Mattos Mk5 while at mine;

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Have had a pesky fault related to the steering controller.  tried a new controller, a new airbag loom, a new set of multi function buttons.  The only thing left is the slip ring other wise the thing is getting burnt out  :fighting:

Of course the week before Gti International my throttle body died too!  :sick:  Huge thanks to Alex at AKS for fixing it at inters in the 30 degree sun, with a hangover!

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Tonight I painted my wheel studs with black hammerite.  I dont expect if will be very durable but looks better for now..

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Ive also recently changed my VDO 25psi boost gauge that I didnt really like for a Newsouth Redline 30psi Gauge.

I really like the new gauge.  It's wired to come on with the lights and also dims using the dimmer switch for my dash lights.


All in all the car is at a real sweet spot, performance & handling wise.  Had quite a few drives through Derbyshire & the national park twisties.
As well as an evening at Cadwell & a day at Oulton Park.  Looking forward to the budget allowing the next track day!


Things still on the list;

Replacement windscreen (current one has some scratches in it  :sad1:
Charcoal delete fault mapped out.
Polar Advance unit
Longer wheel nuts to keep wheel studs from bbeing exposed to the elements (I'd kill for a garage!)
AKS Tuning Custom enlarged TB pipe.
Subframe Lock kit re fitted
Back half of dash flocked.
Recaro Pole Positions
Loba LO400
At next cambelt time - Red Silicone coolant hose kit
AEM WMI or DO
Golf R side skirts



Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rdfcpete on July 24, 2013, 08:23:17 pm
The Trinny's look awesome infront of the Brembos  :love:

Wouldn't of gone to that much hassle to paint the bolts personally  :grin: But they look good!  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 24, 2013, 08:26:02 pm
The Trinny's look awesome infront of the Brembos  :love:

Wouldn't of gone to that much hassle to paint the bolts personally  :grin: But they look good!  :laugh:

He, cheers Pete

It's cause the car isnt garaged.  If if sits in the rain the studs slowly go orange.  I just scrub them and give a light coat of copper slip  but they where driving me mad, looked discusting.  Hopefully this looks better for longer till I can afford some nice longer nuts.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rdfcpete on July 24, 2013, 08:44:06 pm
I can't afford nice big premium nuts.

Times must be hard  :laugh: :grin:  :signLOL:

I'm going to Alex's in the next couple of weeks without doubt, you gonna' be about for the throttle body stuff?
Sorry to hear btw, doh  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 24, 2013, 08:46:22 pm

The nuts I want need are about £80 / set after postage & import tax  :sick:

Not sure when Alex is going to be fabricating my TB pipe but if I'm free I'll try and pop down.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rdfcpete on July 24, 2013, 09:00:15 pm

The nuts I want need are about £80 / set after postage & import tax  :sick:

Not sure when Alex is going to be fabricating my TB pipe but if I'm free I'll try and pop down.  :happy2:

Yikes, and I thought McGards were pricey  :confused:

Okay cool, sounds good. Will drop you a text on spec  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 24, 2013, 09:01:34 pm

You having TB pipe too Pete?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rdfcpete on July 24, 2013, 09:13:40 pm
No mate, picking my Bravo Bravo Sierra's up  :smiley:

I'm sure Alex will eventually talk me into DPF delete and Milltek but I've said not just yet  :ashamed:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: billman on July 24, 2013, 09:40:59 pm
The Trinny's look awesome infront of the Brembos  :love:

Wouldn't of gone to that much hassle to paint the bolts personally  :grin: But they look good!  :laugh:

He, cheers Pete

It's cause the car isnt garaged.  If if sits in the rain the studs slowly go orange.  I just scrub them and give a light coat of copper slip  but they where driving me mad, looked discusting.  Hopefully this looks better for longer till I can afford some nice longer nuts.



You did well mate. Better than being rusty and orange.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Matto on July 24, 2013, 10:01:38 pm
Much better mate. Still can't believe the size of your to do want list  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: 55golf on July 25, 2013, 01:50:48 am
Thought it was you at oulton park. The blue 911 gt3 went well on your session lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 25, 2013, 08:26:20 am

The Porsche was very nice  :party:

Didn't I go well on my session  :sad1:  forgot about the massive amount of spectators  :ashamed:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Top Cat on July 25, 2013, 10:05:24 am

The Porsche was very nice  :party:

Didn't I go well on my session  :sad1:  forgot about the massive amount of spectators  :ashamed:

You started off fast in the first session then appeared to be going slower, i thought you had had a scare round the back of the circuit.  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Neilgti on July 25, 2013, 06:10:29 pm

The Porsche was very nice  :party:

Didn't I go well on my session  :sad1:  forgot about the massive amount of spectators  :ashamed:

You started off fast in the first session then appeared to be going slower, i thought you had had a scare round the back of the circuit.  :innocent:

He probably got lost  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 25, 2013, 06:13:39 pm

The Porsche was very nice  :party:

Didn't I go well on my session  :sad1:  forgot about the massive amount of spectators  :ashamed:

You started off fast in the first session then appeared to be going slower, i thought you had had a scare round the back of the circuit.  :innocent:

At dentons / cascades?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 08, 2013, 10:44:53 pm

Today I fitted this;

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Another mini update;

I retro fitted large display clocks.  With some help from EddieNl.  They worked perfectly.  I then fitted new MFSW buttons as mine where faulty.  After fitting the new buttons, I cant access the MFD menus at all  :fighting: :fighting:  Tried allsorts.

Unplugged the buttons again and also tried the faulty buttons but cant get my menus back  :sick:  Which delays getting Polar advanced :-(
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Andy on August 09, 2013, 12:48:45 pm
yor having no luck Mike
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 09, 2013, 10:08:32 pm
yor having no luck Mike

No mate  :sad1:  drives well though  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Msportman on August 10, 2013, 12:18:51 am
Did you switch from APR to Revo....you mentioned you had plans to?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rich83 on August 10, 2013, 12:35:21 am
Did you switch from APR to Revo....you mentioned you had plans to?

What what what.... not again!  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on August 10, 2013, 10:28:50 am
Did you switch from APR to Revo....you mentioned you had plans to?

I doubt he would get any gains from it tbh so cost wise it makes no sense to splash out and get nothing from it.  Its already rapido anyway  :driver:

Would make sense on a long term maintenance basis though as Alex maintains his car
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: danishmkvgti on August 10, 2013, 11:11:42 am
Did you switch from APR to Revo....you mentioned you had plans to?

I doubt he would get any gains from it tbh so cost wise it makes no sense to splash out and get nothing from it.  Its already rapido anyway  :driver:

Would make sense on a long term maintenance basis though as Alex maintains his car

With all the special items fitted i would believe that REVO SW would be able to get a bit more out of the items as the APR is non adjustable, just my 2 pence  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: vRSAlex on August 10, 2013, 12:14:05 pm
Did you switch from APR to Revo....you mentioned you had plans to?

I doubt he would get any gains from it tbh so cost wise it makes no sense to splash out and get nothing from it.  Its already rapido anyway  :driver:

Would make sense on a long term maintenance basis though as Alex maintains his car

With all the special items fitted i would believe that REVO SW would be able to get a bit more out of the items as the APR is non adjustable, just my 2 pence  :happy2:

Esp as it may be the full blown race file  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on August 10, 2013, 12:51:27 pm

With all the special items fitted i would believe that REVO SW would be able to get a bit more out of the items as the APR is non adjustable, just my 2 pence  :happy2:

His is more custom than others though iirc as they had to work on getting rid of his old flat spot.

Esp as it may be the full blown race file  :P

YOu have a hybrid though.  Race file on stock K04 turbo surely = BANG, otherwise wouldnt REVO would be using this file as they're Stage 2+ map for everyone.

Would be good to see though. (The comparison, not a blown engine)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: vRSAlex on August 10, 2013, 06:10:43 pm

With all the special items fitted i would believe that REVO SW would be able to get a bit more out of the items as the APR is non adjustable, just my 2 pence  :happy2:

His is more custom than others though iirc as they had to work on getting rid of his old flat spot.

Esp as it may be the full blown race file  :P

YOu have a hybrid though.  Race file on stock K04 turbo surely = BANG, otherwise wouldnt REVO would be using this file as they're Stage 2+ map for everyone.

Would be good to see though. (The comparison, not a blown engine)


Flat spot only showed up on RST's rollers rather than the road.

Race file was originally developed for the stock K04.  Just works will on my car due to the different cams and the hybrid.  Main stuff for the race file is the left foot braking, not torque cut between shifts and more aggressive boost and timing.  All safe, but not one for everyone as it needs careful setting up.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on August 10, 2013, 06:19:52 pm
 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 10, 2013, 08:13:27 pm

Different cams?  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: vRSAlex on August 10, 2013, 11:39:19 pm

Different cams?  :popcornsoda:

I have cdl cams rather than the bwa ones.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 11, 2013, 10:33:28 am

Different cams?  :popcornsoda:

I have cdl cams rather than the bwa ones.

Any different to BWJ?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on August 11, 2013, 11:28:40 am
Seem to remember reading something about the S3 have slightly different exhaust cam?,  I would say that considering the BWJ and CDL enginesremap to pretty much the same output at all states of tune id say if it is different its only marginally so. 

The K03BWA on the other hand is a much bigger difference
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
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Cadwell Park yesterday  :driver:  Wish I had 4 not 3 Federals on the TDs!  Will have a full set soon.  

Had a great evening.  Definitely getting tuition next time.  Was last minute & on a shoestring budget.

Did 79 dry miles and had a wicked evening  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Hurdy on August 15, 2013, 11:25:39 am
 :surprised:

Mike on track!!

Has the world stopped revolving? Has hell truly frozen over?  :signLOL:

Only joshing Mike. How did it feel to spank your car around track?

What was the other tyre? :scared:

Does the car feel strong and responsive?

 :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: vRSAlex on August 15, 2013, 11:31:28 am
Thought it was 77 miles?  :evilgrin:

I have two of the TD's here and only one Federal to put on them.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 15, 2013, 11:35:02 am
3rd track day this year (In my car).

I used my road tyres, Hankooks.  Felt a bit less confident to begin with as I knew I wouldn't have the grip of the semis Ive used before.  But I probably learnt more about the car & grip on the road tyres.  The TDs are at AKS waiting till ive got the pennies to complete the set of Federal 595RSR.  :happy2:

Car felt really good.  Was only set to 6F 5R on the B16s.  As usual got smoother as time went on but wish I had some spare cash for some tuition.

Want to do Snetterton, Donnington, Silverstone, Bedford & Anglesey. Oh and go back to Oulton!  Reckon I can squeeze 4 track days in next year.


Haha, Alex I reset trip2 when I got to Cadwell.  Was 77 or 79 Miles.  I reckon the full circuit is between 1.5 - 2 miles.

Ill probably have another federal sent down next month now.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: liver on August 15, 2013, 11:56:59 am
looks great on track and glad your enjoying the car

cadwell is on my to do list this year
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 15, 2013, 12:03:10 pm
Really happy with how the car handled.  Its really well setup by Alex and I'm really happy with the selection of chassis parts.  Really looking forward to growing into it.
I find myself maybe shaving a bit too much speed off for some corners but think when back up to the grip levels of semi slicks I'll be back to chucking it in.


I will probably try some sportier pads for the BBK next year.

I also want the TPMS that National do. See here (http://www.national.co.uk/tyre-pressure-monitoring.aspx)

Want a Pole position or lightweight bucket for my side at least.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on August 15, 2013, 12:26:45 pm



Want a Pole position or lightweight bucket for my side at least.

The pole positions in the APR Scirocco are awesome.  Id be up for getting them.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on August 15, 2013, 12:35:45 pm
:surprised:

Mike on track!!

Has the world stopped revolving? Has hell truly frozen over?  :signLOL:


A bit behind there Hurdy  :grin:  Mike popped his cherry a few months back.  He's addicted now
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 15, 2013, 12:39:26 pm

Popped my cherry over a year ago, Sy.  Keep up  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on August 15, 2013, 12:45:05 pm
 No issues with me keeping up......Your still a noob though  :P

Want to do Snetterton, Donnington, Silverstone, Bedford & Anglesey. Oh and go back to Oulton!  Reckon I can squeeze 4 track days in next year.

The original Snetterton 200 circuit i found boring.  Suits high powered cars though.  The Snetterton 300 layout is a massive improvement though, still a very high speed circuit though.  You need to add Rockingham to the list as well.  Loads of different track layout options to keep you entertained for multiple visits.

Shocked there is no brands hatch on the list.  Thats the best circuit in the UK IMO.  Thruxton is another corker.  Thats a ridiculously high speed circuit though, its pretty harsh on fuel as well lol.  Brave pills needed.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 15, 2013, 12:47:29 pm
Brands?  With Javelin?  Quite expensive with anyone else. Super short isn't it?  On my B1 in Sept so a bit closer to brands  :evilgrin:



**EDIT

It was a toss up between Cadwell yesterday and Snett 300 on Friday.  Wanted to wait till I have my TDs & Federals back but on course in Sept, not knowing what weekends are free and didn't want my xmas voucher to expire.

Tempted by Oulton 27 Nov, great value but weather will probably be miserable.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on August 15, 2013, 12:51:42 pm
Dont worry about price its worth it.  I used to do the evening sessions there through Club MSV when on my A1.

Length depends on whether you do the Indy or GP circuit.  The Indy circuit is about the same as Mallory so pretty short, but the GP circuit is like any other track length wise.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 15, 2013, 01:14:20 pm

Dont worry about the price  :grin:  Okay money bags  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on August 15, 2013, 01:28:37 pm

Dont worry about the price  :grin:  Okay money bags  :P

 :grin: :grin:  Incentive my friend  :P  Stop buying shiny stuff for your car and do Trackdays instead.

http://www.msvtrackdays.com/car-home/event-details.aspx?productid=1954&calType=roadcaronly (http://www.msvtrackdays.com/car-home/event-details.aspx?productid=1954&calType=roadcaronly)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: DanGB on August 15, 2013, 01:57:22 pm
Brands?  With Javelin?  Quite expensive with anyone else. Super short isn't it?  On my B1 in Sept so a bit closer to brands  :evilgrin:


Short?! No thats Lydden Hill!
Brands has to be done, been there a few times.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Lee M on August 16, 2013, 11:14:07 pm
Hi mike,

What's the difference with the high line instrument cluster?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 16, 2013, 11:40:32 pm
Hi mike,

What's the difference with the high line instrument cluster?

Large screen.  So I can add Polar screens. 
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Lee M on August 17, 2013, 10:38:57 pm
Hi mike,

What's the difference with the high line instrument cluster?

Large screen.  So I can add Polar screens.

Mike now you know my next question will be......what a polar screens?

It looks like you've fitted the same instrument cluster that's in my car.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Neilgti on August 18, 2013, 07:23:40 am
Hi mike,

What's the difference with the high line instrument cluster?

Large screen.  So I can add Polar screens.

Mike now you know my next question will be......what a polar screens?

It looks like you've fitted the same instrument cluster that's in my car.

Some info for the polar screens on here  http://www.polarteam.net/en/65-polar-fis-advanced.html



Mike
Fancy doing a night meeting at Cadwell without telling me ! :sad1:
I'd of come down for a cheeky session  :smiley: and with no rain, it always rains at Cadwell for me or is that why you didn't ring me haha
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 18, 2013, 08:32:13 am


Haha!

It was very last minute.  I rang at three as it said fully booked online, they said they had a spot .  I thought about calling but didn't think it was enough notice  :sad1:

Got there 20 mins before sign on finished  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Neilgti on August 18, 2013, 08:57:18 am


Haha!

It was very last minute.  I rang at three as it said fully booked online, they said they had a spot .  I thought about calling but didn't think it was enough notice  :sad1:

Got there 20 mins before sign on finished  :driver:

Ok then I'll let u off then  :booty:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Lee M on August 18, 2013, 05:41:08 pm
Hi mike,

What's the difference with the high line instrument cluster?

Large screen.  So I can add Polar screens.

Mike now you know my next question will be......what a polar screens?

It looks like you've fitted the same instrument cluster that's in my car.

Some info for the polar screens on here  http://www.polarteam.net/en/65-polar-fis-advanced.html

Cheers mate.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 18, 2013, 06:58:57 pm

Wondering if fitting polar will force the cluster to allow menus to be accessed
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: vRSAlex on August 18, 2013, 08:34:50 pm

Wondering if fitting polar will force the cluster to allow menus to be accessed

I can't wait until it's all bloody sorted  :booty:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 18, 2013, 08:56:38 pm

Wondering if fitting polar will force the cluster to allow menus to be accessed

I can't wait until it's all bloody sorted  :booty:



Hey, I haven't rung you about it for at least 12 hours!  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on August 18, 2013, 09:35:22 pm

Wondering if fitting polar will force the cluster to allow menus to be accessed

I can't wait until it's all bloody sorted  :booty:
Hey, I haven't rung you about it for at least 12 hours!  :P

What abut texting, email and FB chat?  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 18, 2013, 09:40:31 pm

Wondering if fitting polar will force the cluster to allow menus to be accessed

I can't wait until it's all bloody sorted  :booty:
Hey, I haven't rung you about it for at least 12 hours!  :P

What abut texting, email and FB chat?  :wink:


Damn does that count?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 01, 2013, 10:02:27 pm

ITG Sold

APR HPFP Sold

Car SORN, while I decide its fate.  Be a massive shame to break it after all the money, time & effort ploughed into it.

If I don't sell it I'll likely stick a LOBA HPFP & new Intake on come summer, would like to upsize the Lupo for something diesel with the ability to tow the Cupra to trackdays.  Not bother with Tax or insurance and buy a trailer instead. 
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: AndrewJB on October 01, 2013, 10:19:37 pm
Such a shame
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on October 01, 2013, 10:24:08 pm
Time for a new project Mikey!!! 

ould like to upsize the Lupo for something diesel with the ability to tow the Cupra to trackdays.  Not bother with Tax or insurance and buy a trailer instead.  

You know it makes sense!!  Something ready built from Pistonheads or similar.  YOu should persuade Gyros to sell you his 205GTI!!!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 01, 2013, 10:26:59 pm

The Cupra IS ready built lol.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on October 01, 2013, 10:29:45 pm
You know what i mean  :rolleye:.  If your stripping it back and flogging, replace it with something ready built and cheap to buy/run/repair like gyros's 205GTI.  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rich83 on October 01, 2013, 10:33:29 pm
The tow car + track car does sound like very good idea to me... if the numbers make sense.

Like you say... it would be a shame to strip it given the hours and £££ put into it.  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 01, 2013, 10:36:27 pm

Not Taxing or insuring saves around £800 / year.  Few trackdays there.  Will have forced myself into a decision by Christmas
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Andy on October 01, 2013, 10:47:55 pm
 :surprised: didn't expect this Mike..
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Hurdy on October 01, 2013, 11:35:05 pm
Have I missed something Mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: 56OctyVRS on October 01, 2013, 11:50:16 pm
You may find if you strip the car to sell you will start liking the car again and want to keep it. I find when modifying a car you can lose the character of it. I did when I sold my Octy and preferred driving it again as a std car. I haven't gone wild on my Focus for that reason alone.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Top Cat on October 02, 2013, 09:34:04 am
I dont know your plans but are you planning on selling the Cupra to buy a bigger family car for the missus and a track car as well. Or, selling the mods off it to fund a bigger car for the missus and using this new car to trailor your Cupra to track days.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: james on October 02, 2013, 09:38:41 am
wow all this work.. why you stripping it mate??
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 02, 2013, 07:43:25 pm
You may find if you strip the car to sell you will start liking the car again and want to keep it. I find when modifying a car you can lose the character of it. I did when I sold my Octy and preferred driving it again as a std car. I haven't gone wild on my Focus for that reason alone.

For some I can imagine it's true but I am so over the moon with how it is setup & drives at the minute.

I dont know your plans but are you planning on selling the Cupra to buy a bigger family car for the missus and a track car as well. Or, selling the mods off it to fund a bigger car for the missus and using this new car to trailor your Cupra to track days.

The plan, Mr. C is to either just keep the Cupra (as is) and save to upgrade the Lupo to something that can tow.

Or

Strip the Cupra, keep the funds to one side.  Sell the Cupra to pay outstanding finance (long story but been screwed over a bit by using german bank for the loan and then the exchange rate going to tits).  Use the funds towards a track car.  Save to upgrade the Lupo.

I can afford to pay the finance off without selling any mods but would be nice to free up some cash for both savings & spends.

Won't be making any rash decisions. 


Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Hurdy on October 02, 2013, 07:51:48 pm
You cannot sell Mike! apparently the world will stop spinning on its axis and hell will freeze over if you do! :love:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on October 02, 2013, 09:14:31 pm
Sell up and buy an ST  :innocent: :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Gti_Mad on October 02, 2013, 10:48:44 pm
 :surprised: Don't do it mike Ur regret it  :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: DFish on October 02, 2013, 11:15:28 pm
What will Alex @ AKS do if you sold!  :scared:

I'm sure you'll make the correct decision for you, but sad to see all that work going. Hopefully if it does go, it goes to someone who will use it properly.

Fish
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Nodz on October 03, 2013, 06:45:38 am
What will Alex @ AKS do if you sold!  :scared:

Have the massive job of putting it back to standard :signLOL:

Surprised your thinking of selling after all the time to get where you are now with it and how happy you are with how it drives
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: N8KOW on October 07, 2013, 09:28:00 pm
What will Alex @ AKS do if you sold!  :scared:

I'm sure you'll make the correct decision for you, but sad to see all that work going. Hopefully if it does go, it goes to someone who will use it properly.

Fish

 :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Paul_zx6r on October 30, 2013, 03:14:46 pm
Just read you entire thread, good effort and a lot of enthusiasm to try new stuff
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: dezgti on November 07, 2013, 08:25:51 pm
How much for brakes mate and have u got part number for rs4 return valve?? Cheers
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: TommyR on November 07, 2013, 08:52:17 pm
One impressive build!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: RobH on November 09, 2013, 01:31:15 pm
Sad to see it go mike if you do sell up, mine will be going in the next few weeks, so there will be hardly any long term origional Cupra owners left.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: AndrewJB on November 09, 2013, 08:35:34 pm
Sad to see it go mike if you do sell up, mine will be going in the next few weeks, so there will be hardly any long term origional Cupra owners left.

Do i count as long term owner? Been a SEAT guy since 2006 now although ive had 3 different cars haha
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: RobH on November 09, 2013, 09:26:29 pm
Sad to see it go mike if you do sell up, mine will be going in the next few weeks, so there will be hardly any long term origional Cupra owners left.

Do i count as long term owner? Been a SEAT guy since 2006 now although ive had 3 different cars haha

Ive had the Cupra for 5 years now, I know Mikes had his longer than me. You've only had your R for a bit so no your not an "original" haha.  Rich (CupraR) is the only one I know who still has his.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: AndrewJB on November 09, 2013, 09:27:49 pm
Coming up to 2 years now with the R, Previous to that had my FR TDI and Ibiza TDI
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: yin on November 09, 2013, 09:52:55 pm
Picked my Cupra up march 1st 2007  traded in my Cupra r MK1 brought  March 2003
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Hurdy on November 09, 2013, 10:14:31 pm
Sad to see it go mike if you do sell up, mine will be going in the next few weeks, so there will be hardly any long term origional Cupra owners left.

Do i count as long term owner? Been a SEAT guy since 2006 now although ive had 3 different cars haha

Ive had the Cupra for 5 years now, I know Mikes had his longer than me. You've only had your R for a bit so no your not an "original" haha.  Rich (CupraR) is the only one I know who still has his.

DanGB! :wink:
Title: Re:
Post by: Bignod00 on November 09, 2013, 11:06:28 pm
Had mine nearly 5 years now too! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 19, 2013, 07:48:56 pm

She stays  :wink:

Picked her up Jan 2008 with about 35miles on the clock.

Only recent development is I refitted a CAI (Revo).  Car is getting washed this week and stored in the hanger at work till probably end of March.

In the mean time; re-furb the TDs, custom TB pipe, update software

Then trackday, probably Donnington Park early April, then want to do oulton park again

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Bignod00 on December 19, 2013, 07:55:09 pm
I'll be at Donnington with bells on matey!  :happy2: :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Matto on December 19, 2013, 10:19:01 pm
I'll be at Donnington with bells on matey!  :happy2: :innocent:

Me too maybe...who knows  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Bignod00 on December 19, 2013, 10:20:17 pm
I'll be at Donnington with bells on matey!  :happy2: :innocent:

Me too maybe...who knows  :happy2:
Good lad!  :pomppomp:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Andy on December 19, 2013, 10:25:21 pm

She stays  :wink:

Picked her up Jan 2008 with about 35miles on the clock.

Only recent development is I refitted a CAI (Revo).  Car is getting washed this week and stored in the hanger at work till probably end of March.

In the mean time; re-furb the TDs, custom TB pipe, update software

Then trackday, probably Donnington Park early April, then want to do oulton park again


There was me thinking I would like your brakes Mike..Glad to see your keeping it thou
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Janner_Sy on March 21, 2014, 11:31:18 am
Get rid like I am.  Giving up on this modding lark.  I'm gonna persuade gyros to sell me his 205 instead. 

I'll be down your neck of the wood house shopping soon.    The Christou's B&B :-D
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Hurdy on March 21, 2014, 11:33:51 am
You need a ride in mine Mike. Your right nut would be gone too!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 21, 2014, 02:26:48 pm

The next thing to happen will be taking the track wheels to AKS for a refurb.

Track time expected late April / May.  Custom AKS TB pipe would be the next mod if she's staying.
Would bloody love a pair of carbon buckets  :ashamed:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on March 21, 2014, 02:36:21 pm
You need a ride in mine Mike. Your right nut would be gone too!  :signLOL:

Along with the contents of his stomach  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 21, 2014, 02:42:44 pm
You need a ride in mine Mike. Your right nut would be gone too!  :signLOL:

Taking 1st place at curborough this year?  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Hurdy on March 21, 2014, 02:50:51 pm
You need a ride in mine Mike. Your right nut would be gone too!  :signLOL:

Taking 1st place at curborough this year?  :wink:

When is it.  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 21, 2014, 02:52:01 pm

I thought you'd know  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Hurdy on March 21, 2014, 03:06:46 pm

I thought you'd know  :laugh:

Just looked on the Curborough site and nothing on there.  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 21, 2014, 04:40:19 pm

Was it a club gti event?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Hurdy on March 21, 2014, 04:56:26 pm

Was it a club gti event?

Yep.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: beetie on March 21, 2014, 06:16:43 pm
Clubgti curborough is around May day bank holiday weekend

edit: just had a look and most people have voted for it to be on Sunday May 25th. But nothing is booked yet
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 21, 2014, 06:45:48 pm

Ooh fly to Cyprus on 28th so can just make it. I enjoyed it.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Gti_Mad on March 21, 2014, 06:54:01 pm
you cant sell her mike.... not after all the work you've had done on her
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: vRSAlex on March 21, 2014, 07:50:24 pm
you cant sell her mike.... not after all the work Alex had done on her
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Alex.Parris on March 31, 2014, 04:30:01 pm
Very nice car - be a shame if you do sell it!

What's the short shifter like on these cars? I'm tempted by it as I loved it on the 350z.
Title: Re:
Post by: AndrewJB on March 31, 2014, 09:14:34 pm
It's brilliant

Sent from my GT-I9505 using Tapatalk
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Alex.Parris on March 31, 2014, 09:30:22 pm
Cool. Will have to speak to Alex when I go to pick mine up and look at getting one
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 03, 2014, 02:27:48 pm
Little update.  Booked a bit of work end of May.

Had a cambelt at 45k around 4 years ago. Just tipped 70k so booked in at AKS for new cambelt kit & aux belt.

Also getting my Revo intake fettled.  Battery isolation switch as I'm away a lot, pagid blue pads for the AKS brake kit and a custom AKS TB Pipe.  Alex is also getting my Track wheels refurbed.

Getting a quote from the people who sprayed my carbon bonnet to fix a blister on my rear bumper and laquer peel on my rear arch
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rdfcpete on April 03, 2014, 06:15:53 pm
Little update.  Booked a bit of work end of May.

Had a cambelt at 45k around 4 years ago. Just tipped 70k so booked in at AKS for new cambelt kit & aux belt.

Also getting my Revo intake fettled.  Battery isolation switch as I'm away a lot, pagid blue pads for the AKS brake kit and a custom AKS TB Pipe.  Alex is also getting my Track wheels refurbed.

Getting a quote from the people who sprayed my carbon bonnet to fix a blister on my rear bumper and laquer peel on my rear arch

You at Alex's gaff on Saturday Mike?  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 03, 2014, 06:27:40 pm

Afraid not Pete  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rdfcpete on April 03, 2014, 06:32:36 pm

Afraid not Pete  :sad1:

Okay lad, added on you on FB btw!

Need to hear about your next  :driver: plans...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: toosmiles on April 03, 2014, 11:08:40 pm
glad your keeping it m8 :happy2:
spoke to alex today and he's booked up for work all this month already :surprised:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 03, 2014, 11:52:32 pm

No surprise! Great knowledge & workmanship  :happy2:

What you having done?

Wish I could say my next visit was as exciting as some of the builds currently going on  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: toosmiles on April 04, 2014, 12:33:43 am
a set of arbs adjustable ball joints,walk,short shifter and bushes
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 04, 2014, 10:25:46 am
a set of arbs adjustable ball joints,walk,short shifter and bushes

Great chassis mods  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Alex.Parris on April 04, 2014, 11:23:01 am
Never realised how much the guy does until reading on here  :notworthy:

Hopefully mine will be ready middle of the week.

Would be great to see your car at some point Mike :happy2:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 04, 2014, 11:25:27 am

Where are you based Alex? We'll have to talk Alex into having an open day / meet in the summer  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Alex.Parris on April 04, 2014, 11:30:07 am
Definitely. I live in Winslow, so about 10-15 minutes from Central MK. You?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 04, 2014, 11:31:16 am

Midlands currently.  I'm at AKS often enough though lol.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Alex.Parris on April 04, 2014, 11:40:54 am
I can imagine.

Im going to speak to him when I go to pick it up to see what other subtle mods I can get done at a later date. Short shifter is definitely towards the top of the list.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: dan930 on April 04, 2014, 02:38:00 pm
Yeah,def talk to Alex about a summer meet..I'm going to Aks to get a Nortech turbo kit done to my R soon :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 04, 2014, 06:43:27 pm
Added a battery isolator to give a hassle free method of preventing battery drain when the car isn't being used.

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 04, 2014, 06:46:45 pm
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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 04, 2014, 06:48:03 pm
And foamed and rinsed the dust off...

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rich83 on April 05, 2014, 08:58:18 am
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Is that just like a quick release thing?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 05, 2014, 09:09:24 am

Remove the nob to isolate the battery & prevent drain  :happy2:

So if I'm going to leave the car standing I take my nob out  :scared:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: rich83 on April 05, 2014, 09:26:30 am

Remove the nob to isolate the battery & prevent drain  :happy2:

So if I'm going to leave the car standing I take my nob out  :scared:



Oh ok... i just cant work out in my head how it works. Good idea tho  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 05, 2014, 09:39:34 am

There's some insulation in the main body.  Haven't looked properly but the knob screwing in completes the circuit.

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: danishmkvgti on April 05, 2014, 09:57:13 am
don't you reset the ecu every time you take the power off?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 05, 2014, 10:57:12 am

I won't do it that often. It just means I have to put a pin code in to be able to switch maps
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 11, 2014, 10:22:10 am
Don't think I posted a pic of the gauge I replaced the VDO with;

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Big thanks to EddieNL for correcting my wiring so it comes on with my lights

Sending my steering cowling off for flocking today. Should be back in a week.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Kevscupra on April 14, 2014, 04:01:48 pm
I found thread on here where you we're looking at getting some Seat alloy centre caps for your TD's, did you ever get any that fit?
I have TD's on my Leon and the centre caps are looking a bit tatty so I was thinking about getting some Seat caps to fit the wheels if there is any.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 14, 2014, 04:11:48 pm
Dave at sere measured all the available ones and they where all the wrong diameter :(

If you have the VWR 1.2s without the text around the rim, they are designed to fit with oem Vw centre caps and perhaps Seat ones too?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Kevscupra on April 14, 2014, 04:32:50 pm
Oh well thanks for the help, mine have the text round the rim so I'll just have to get some new TD centre caps.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 14, 2014, 04:33:45 pm
I don't like my TD centre caps either.  :sad1: haven't had them fitted for a while
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Hurdy on April 14, 2014, 05:53:35 pm
Mk1 Seat Leon centre caps should fit. My TD1.2's fit MKIV VW centre caps, so if the design is the same as the Leon then they should fit......if you follow me.  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 14, 2014, 06:06:04 pm

Yeah you'd think so. I'm sure Dave gave me all the diameters available & non of them would fit :-(

This is in black mind you, perhaps more are available in silver?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR Cupra :: UPDATE P141
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 14, 2014, 06:23:26 pm

I won't do it that often. It just means I have to put a pin code in to be able to switch maps

Won't be an issue when you have an R-Tech map Mike  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 14, 2014, 06:31:09 pm

 :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 17, 2014, 06:17:29 am

Insurance, Tax & MOT this week  :sick:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: 56OctyVRS on April 17, 2014, 06:21:15 am
That sucks more than your turbo does :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Alex.Parris on April 17, 2014, 01:46:28 pm

Insurance, Tax & MOT this week  :sick:

Tax and MOT as soon as I get mine back as well. Bad times!  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 17, 2014, 01:59:17 pm

 :sad1:  unexciting motoring expenses
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Alex.Parris on April 17, 2014, 02:03:50 pm
Yep, sucks the big one. It's not like our cars are heavy on emissions though eh?  :jumpmove:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 17, 2014, 02:11:09 pm
Yep, sucks the big one. It's not like our cars are heavy on emissions though eh?  :jumpmove:

 :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: graeme on April 18, 2014, 10:29:55 am
same emissions as a 1.2 fiesta some might say :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 25, 2014, 11:48:12 am
Back in work so using my time at work constructively

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fchange_b16_to_soft%2FD20FA3EC-BEDF-4570-A1CE-07AD74EAC421_zpszgj2elkq.jpg&hash=7f30fc4b6a0c347c0423a727377a468ec81f8708)

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I love how easy the Bilsteins are to adjust.

Just set them to super soft

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Twiggy on April 25, 2014, 12:00:18 pm
Slightly off topic but were you at Donnington yesterday?

Parked on the grass?

i called in on my way home from Rtech and parked next to 'the car with the brakes' as my mate put it. The brakes look amazing!

Cheeky hour or so watching the testing and then cried all the way home as i want a only F1 car!

Car looked awesome.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 25, 2014, 12:04:21 pm

Thanks! One I've my favourite mods!

 The classic F1 Car on overrun down to old hairpin put a grin on my face eveytime!

Shame We didn't realise, would've been good to meet another member  :happy2:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 25, 2014, 12:12:23 pm

Matt was there too;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FRandom_snaps_out_and_about%2F574B7D1F-ECF5-4CEF-AA66-2FD450DD2058_zpsrlxjoais.jpg&hash=0c7831f99f256aba3ff04d0a8c15526f44c26210)

Tfsi Jnr watching the radicals;

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Then went for a shandy in the next village;

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on April 25, 2014, 12:15:43 pm
Still looking good!  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 25, 2014, 12:16:59 pm
Still looking good!  :smiley:

 :love:  Its hanging out for a propper detail.  (Waits for tagging function so I can tag Carlo  :innocent:)
Title: Re:
Post by: Bignod00 on April 25, 2014, 12:19:02 pm
Damn it buddy, wish I'd known you were going as I'd have popped along too! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Twiggy on April 25, 2014, 12:54:42 pm

Matt was there too;

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Tfsi Jnr watching the radicals;

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Then went for a shandy in the next village;

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i was parked right next to you and opposite mike.

Is there anywhere that you can find out whats on at donnington such as these test days? the girl on the gate just said it was a general test day and to park on the grass. Was great to say its super quiet, can walk nearly into the garages and amongst the teams oh and that it only cost the fuel to get there and a couple of brews.

The down shifts and over run on the old car were unreal. The GTR sounded pretty special too.  :drool:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 25, 2014, 12:59:42 pm
It was on Donny's website under events I think.

Only 15 mins for me so only cost fuel too.  Matt should be putting some photos up, he nearly took 300 lol.

How was the drive home with Rtech?  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Alex.Parris on April 25, 2014, 01:08:09 pm
When I see you, just so you are aware, I will be swapping number plates of our cars and driving off in yours. Clearly as they are the same colour, you won't notice, right? RIGHT?  :stupid:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 25, 2014, 01:09:34 pm

 :scared: haha
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Alex.Parris on April 25, 2014, 01:12:53 pm
Btw, loving the front lip on that. I saw one for sale but it couldn't be posted and too far away to drive :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 25, 2014, 01:17:28 pm

Was it bens? I could've collected it he's only castleford.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Alex.Parris on April 25, 2014, 01:20:35 pm
Cupra_Buzz?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 25, 2014, 01:21:12 pm
Cupra_Buzz?

Yeah  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Alex.Parris on April 25, 2014, 01:25:59 pm
Balls  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Twiggy on April 25, 2014, 02:17:57 pm
Drive back was spot on, I went down as niki wanted to work out why my car ran 267bhp/324ftlbs from a stage 1. long story but when i had it mapped the turbo was cracked, had a new turbo and uprated clutch and the car was awesome.

Went to the charity rolling road day last year and it ran the above figures which were a surprise as it only ran 232bhp and 286ftlbs when it was mapped. Went down yesterday for niki to have a look and its just a solid set up he says. Not even had the pre cat knocked out,  Ran 260bhp and 295ftlbs yesterday. Turbo is running 85%. On the way back we just called in to donnington on the off chance there was something on.

Will be checking the website more often so some nice little days out.



Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: RobH on April 25, 2014, 07:26:55 pm
Mike you know if you put your wheels on full lock its pretty easy to adjust the billies, I never needed to take the fronts off anyhow :happy2:

Anymore plans for yours or are you just re doing mods for the sake of it now? Surely time for a new intake :grin:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 25, 2014, 08:17:22 pm
I can adjust fronts easy without removing the wheel I was just having a quick inspection  :happy2:

The only big thing off the top of my head that I'd really still want to do is a pair of Carbon front seats, hybrid turbo & maybe WMI

If I still have it in a year or two I'll probably strip & cage it & buy a trailer.

I expect I'll need a new clutch before anything else.  I'd also like to get an EGT boss made so I can keep a check on things.

Next up soon is;

Oil (Millers NanoDrive), filter & pick up pipe, new plugs, fit a rear heatshield to the Revo intake, Cambelt & Water pump & probably some pagid blues

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bernhard30 on April 26, 2014, 09:29:37 am
What's that trolley jack you got Mike?

Is it one of those 'low access' models?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 26, 2014, 09:35:10 am
What's that trolley jack you got Mike?

Is it one of those 'low access' models?

It's a clarke low access Jack from machine mart  :happy2: 
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 26, 2014, 02:20:31 pm

Aprils mini mod. Column flocked to match the rest of the dash parts.

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Will do a little review when I get 'em back as I've used a different company to last time.

Can't wait to refit it so the car doesn't look stolen lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bernhard30 on April 28, 2014, 12:10:27 am
What's that trolley jack you got Mike?

Is it one of those 'low access' models?

It's a clarke low access Jack from machine mart  :happy2: 

Cheers for the info..looks like it copes with Leon lifting just fine.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 29, 2014, 01:45:27 pm

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bignod00 on April 29, 2014, 01:47:35 pm
 :laugh: :laugh: :signLOL: :signLOL: :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on April 29, 2014, 01:47:52 pm
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Remember that episode?  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 29, 2014, 01:52:45 pm
 :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on April 29, 2014, 01:53:34 pm
So what have you bought now??  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bignod00 on April 29, 2014, 01:54:48 pm
More shiny bits......... :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 29, 2014, 01:56:37 pm

What didn't I need....
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 29, 2014, 02:03:52 pm

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: vRSAlex on April 29, 2014, 04:57:25 pm

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Love sending empty boxes!  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 29, 2014, 05:11:09 pm
Not even a can of Dew  :sad1:

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 29, 2014, 05:15:20 pm

Fitted

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on April 29, 2014, 05:17:00 pm
Do you have WMI mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 29, 2014, 05:17:44 pm
There was literally no need to swap but if you don't know my obsessive, compulsive disorder for fitting new stuff, well.... Lol

I don't expect to see any difference as the APR pump always supplied what was requested.  But it's another thing that's mechanically new on the car :-)

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 29, 2014, 05:19:33 pm
Do you have WMI mike?

When I got some money together for WMI my TB packed in so fitting a new revision Q took priority.

When Alex gets his fandangle walnut blasting machine thingy and cleans my inlet ports, I'll get WMI to help keep them clean
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on April 29, 2014, 05:22:18 pm
OOOOohhh.. that sounds good. Will be interested in getting mine cleaned too.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bignod00 on April 29, 2014, 05:23:35 pm
OOOOohhh.. that sounds good. Will be interested in getting mine cleaned too.
+1! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 29, 2014, 05:27:58 pm

That's 3 of us, you have to get it sorted now @Alex (Waits for forum tagging feature)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 03, 2014, 09:53:02 am

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Oil pickup, Oil & filter for when I get a minute

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 05, 2014, 05:12:18 pm
Took the Turinis off, Agitated all the arch liners with Apc & a paint brush then jet washed.

Foamed the wheels then rinsed after 5-10mins, got most of the stubborn dirt off with bilberry & valet pro brushes but could do with some IronX & clay to get them mint.

Foamed the car then rinsed after dwelling for 10mins.

Foamed and 2 bucket washed with Megs shampoo

Rinsed, dried and wipe down with some auto finnese quick detailer.

The car has bugger all protection but I'm going to book in with deep shine detail for some TLC after the next couple of Trackdays.

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 05, 2014, 05:18:52 pm

Treat myself to a decent fuel can for Trackdays. Has a breather in the nozzle so you can continuously pour.

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Might get one more.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: th3_f15t on May 05, 2014, 06:58:37 pm
That's one clean looking Leon. :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Shorty on May 05, 2014, 07:15:13 pm
Looks mega Mike! :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 05, 2014, 09:01:01 pm

 :happy2: cheers guys
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Pikey Motorsports on May 05, 2014, 09:05:31 pm
Nice mate nice to see you bringing the build thread back alive lately  :rolleye:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 05, 2014, 09:13:08 pm
Nice mate nice to see you bringing the build thread back alive lately  :rolleye:

Been looking at the tte 420 hybrid but that sort of thing probably wouldn't happen till the winter.
Getting a bit of tlc this month, just some more servicing.

Looking forward to the next couple of Trackdays  :driver: 
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Sie on May 05, 2014, 11:15:00 pm

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Oil pickup, Oil & filter for when I get a minute



You wouldn't have part numbers for pick up pipe and rtv sealant to hand?? Thanks
O take it all pick ups the same?!

Simon
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 05, 2014, 11:16:37 pm

It's in the shed give me a min  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 05, 2014, 11:17:38 pm

SD176404A2 = SEALANT

06F115251A = OIL PICK UP

 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 05, 2014, 11:19:11 pm

The sealant may come in a squeezy tube or like mine is that fits in an applicator gun (like you apply no nails or silicone sealant with etc)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Sie on May 05, 2014, 11:35:16 pm
Thanks mate, my list of stuff to do gets bigger.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 05, 2014, 11:37:50 pm
No worries!

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Sie on May 05, 2014, 11:50:26 pm
Custom make your own.
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2.5" spigot welded to discharge flange with silencer removed inside. 90 deg silicone elbow bit of pipe with 45 deg reducing pipe onto intercooler. Unless you have twintercooler.

Sorted.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 05, 2014, 11:54:52 pm

Will prob leave neuspeed in to be honest.  Alex is using my car to jig a custom TB pipe though  :party:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 08, 2014, 04:04:46 pm
Dropped the oil at work today & whipped the sump off to change oil pick up pipe.

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1st forum work selfie?

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Nice easy job, did it nice & slow seeing as I was in work time & getting paid for it  :innocent:

3 of the bolts where a bit awkward (between block & bell housing) a 1/4 drive UJ was too wobbly to get the Allen key on but a long ball headed Allen key got them cracked off  :smiley:

Pick up pipe was like new but seeing as I ordered a new one I'll probably put the new one on. In the mean time I'm taking the sump down to AKS on Monday to have a boss welded on so I can fit a Defi oil temp gauge.

I don't know why I expected the pickup pipe to be clogged, I change the oil every 5k at most lol

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Pikey Motorsports on May 08, 2014, 04:19:29 pm
Nice.. Im in the process of fitting oil temp gauge i have a theeaded sump bolt for this though.. Makes it easier? Does alex not recommend doing this?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 08, 2014, 04:20:33 pm

I requested the boss as Id like to keep my magnetic sump bolt  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Pikey Motorsports on May 08, 2014, 04:42:36 pm

I requested the boss as Id like to keep my magnetic sump bolt  :happy2:

True on the sump bolt
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tim144 on May 08, 2014, 07:31:35 pm
Your not wearing correct PPE in that photo  :wink:

Car looks soo MAD though love a track/fast road car
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 08, 2014, 07:34:14 pm

Was wearing gloves but took them off to text my mate back  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Matto on May 08, 2014, 07:47:15 pm

Was wearing gloves but took them off to text my mate back  :innocent:

Jordan?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 08, 2014, 07:49:56 pm

Was wearing gloves but took them off to text my mate back  :innocent:

Jordan?

No, but well reminded.  Im gonna see what my chances are of getting heatshield back for Monday  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Andy on May 08, 2014, 07:50:55 pm
good to see you hard at work Mike :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Orc on May 08, 2014, 07:53:40 pm
Lovin the cheese there dude
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 08, 2014, 07:56:09 pm

Haha, not much on this week  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 13, 2014, 07:12:35 am
Called in at AKS bright an early yesterday. Alex welded and tapped a boss onto my sump for me so I can add an oil temp gauge for me to keep an extra eye on things.

Makes sure it doesnt get used too hard before the oil it hot & not too hot on trackdays.

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*dont worry I have a fresh crush washewr for the sump plug, in the glove box  :happy2:

Then shot over to Silverstone to have a catch up with Neil P & Shaun  :driver: :laugh:

Going to stick the sump back on today & fill up with fresh Millers Nanodrive.

Ordering a standalone TPMS too cause my factory one I find a little bit rubbish

Same as Niel P has;

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Janner_Sy on May 13, 2014, 07:23:16 am
Oil temp gauge is a good idea.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 13, 2014, 07:26:21 am
Oil temp gauge is a good idea.

What, no piss take?  :grin: pass by on leave?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Shorty on May 13, 2014, 07:33:33 am
Love the work you're doing Mike, very purposeful. I'd love a set of Turini's!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 13, 2014, 07:42:10 am

Thanks mate :-)

Shaun's group where all Noble owners yesterday and they nearly all had Turinis on  :party: I love them.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Janner_Sy on May 13, 2014, 07:53:49 am
Oil temp gauge is a good idea.

What, no piss take?  :grin: pass by on leave?

No mate.  This is one of the few mods you have which make sense :P

Do you mean pop by next time I'm on leave?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 13, 2014, 09:10:51 am

I thought you was due some leave & was gonna stop by on your epic journey  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Janner_Sy on May 13, 2014, 10:36:53 am

I thought you was due some leave & was gonna stop by on your epic journey  :happy2:

Not for the minute.  Went to Plymouth this weekend but flew rather than drive.

Tempted to book  a trackday for late July in the Midlands thigh.  Can't do it before as I'm off for another paid holiday
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 13, 2014, 10:43:07 am

Book Donnington for 31 July mate I'll get you 10% off
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: toosmiles on May 13, 2014, 12:18:21 pm

Book Donnington for 31 July mate I'll get you 10% off
is this for the experienced driver m8?
im a track virgin but would love to have a go
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Pikey Motorsports on May 13, 2014, 01:04:41 pm
Custom make your own.
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2.5" spigot welded to discharge flange with silencer removed inside. 90 deg silicone elbow bit of pipe with 45 deg reducing pipe onto intercooler. Unless you have twintercooler.

Sorted.

Silencer?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Janner_Sy on May 13, 2014, 01:43:25 pm

Book Donnington for 31 July mate I'll get you 10% off
is this for the experienced driver m8?
im a track virgin but would love to have a go

Where abouts do you live?   Somewhere like blyton park, Mallory park or Bedford autodtrome are perfect for beginners.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 13, 2014, 02:47:26 pm

I'm by no means a great track driver. I enjoy it and I concentrate on tryin to be smooth and fast. My car is so well setup it's quite easy to drive quick. I have booked tuition for Donnington.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: toosmiles on May 13, 2014, 03:52:57 pm

Book Donnington for 31 July mate I'll get you 10% off
is this for the experienced driver m8?
im a track virgin but would love to have a go

Where abouts do you live?   Somewhere like blyton park, Mallory park or Bedford autodtrome are perfect for beginners.
im up in north wales m8,but i dont mind doing a bit of travelling
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 13, 2014, 05:12:28 pm
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Stuck the new pick up pipe on even though the old one was mint.

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VAG silicone sealant..

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Fired it up, checked for leaks, dropped it to the deck & rechecked levels. Job done.

Will stick the oil temp sensor in at the next oil change. 
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Neilgti on May 13, 2014, 06:56:57 pm
Still can't believe you paid £7 for that little blue blanking plug  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 13, 2014, 07:03:50 pm

Only thing that distracted me from that was the £4.75 micro breakfast bun in the diner  :surprised: :scared: :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Neilgti on May 13, 2014, 07:07:25 pm

Only thing that distracted me from that was the £4.75 micro breakfast bun in the diner  :surprised: :scared: :grin:

You got off lightly,
Mine n Shaun's cost me £23  :popcornsoda:
But he can eat  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 13, 2014, 07:08:15 pm

Haha. Chinky on Sunday night would've been interesting then lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Neilgti on May 13, 2014, 07:10:24 pm

Haha. Chinky on Sunday night would've been interesting then lol
Yes cos it was his round  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: SurreyED30 on May 15, 2014, 08:24:53 pm
Read all 165 pages today at work  :laugh: love this car, brilliant example mike must be rapid'o  :happy2: :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 15, 2014, 08:34:39 pm
Wow. Appreciate that dude, it's getting a bit of a hand full to read and feels like nothing major has happened for ages  :sad1:


Dropping it off at AKS bank holiday for;

Cambelt kit / waterpump
Collecting pagid blues
Custom AKS Throttle body pipe
Rear heatshield for the intake
Reinforce the slam panel where my bonnet pins are.

Then gonna get the v3.4 map flashed on and see what all the fuss is about .

Hopefully buying Shaun Moody's WMI kit this week  :innocent:

Getting a quote for repair of a couple of paint imperfections while it's at AKS aswell .

Been thinking about facelift tailgate too as the Cupra R spoiler is miles nicer than the BTCC spoiler for the pre facelift
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: SurreyED30 on May 15, 2014, 08:45:21 pm
Wow. Appreciate that dude, it's getting a bit of a hand full to read and feels like nothing major has happened for ages  :sad1:


Dropping it off at AKS bank holiday for;

Cambelt kit / waterpump
Collecting pagid blues
Custom AKS Throttle body pipe
Rear heatshield for the intake
Reinforce the slam panel where my bonnet pins are.

Then gonna get the v3.4 map flashed on and see what all the fuss is about .

Hopefully buying Shaun Moody's WMI kit this week  :innocent:

Getting a quote for repair of a couple of paint imperfections while it's at AKS aswell .

Been thinking about facelift tailgate too as the Cupra R spoiler is miles nicer than the BTCC spoiler for the pre facelift
I'm really considering fitting the CTS charge pipe and IC - TB pipe. A custom jobbie would be pritty cool, be good to see what you and Alex come up with in that  :smiley:

I've been thinking for about a month do I swap my REVO software for something else, been reading about other tuners software  and keep thinking hmmmm  :sad1:

My software is just installed by a switch and not ' properly ' set up on a dyno so I constantly think my car isn't running at its full stage 2 potential if you see where I'm coming from.

I prefer the Cupra r spoiler as well looks much nicer IMO.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 15, 2014, 08:50:36 pm

I know what you mean. In that respect Rtech seems to be the option to go for. Individually setup and not just flash and forget. 

I'm looking forward to the TB pipe. I have a huge cooler so once Alex has set out the dimensions & jigged the template he will be able to make them on request. Watch this space  :smiley:

Can't wait to get her on track again next month  :driver:  Not used it in anger for ages.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: SurreyED30 on May 15, 2014, 09:04:35 pm
Yeah I like the sound of Rtech from what I've read and also I'll get the stage 2 map and not the 1.5 because I've got the s3 intercooler fitted now  :smiley:

Where do you think you'll draw the line and say that's it, she ain't getting no more mods  :signLOL:
Yours has had some cash thrown at it now  :laugh:

Anger? Lol I can't wait to track mine as never done a track day, want to get a few in then hit the nurburgring at the end of the year/next year  :driver: keep debating a set of buckets and harnesses with a semi stripped interior but can't make my mind up + it's £1000+ish for the sparcos frames bolts and harness and I'm not sure I'll like buckets for everyday driving
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 15, 2014, 09:12:46 pm

There will be £2k+ worth of carbon seats / mounts / harnesses getting listed soon for around £1100 I would sell my nuts for them but don't think I'm gonna be able to afford them  :sad1: :sad1:

They're one of the major things left on my wish list.  I'd like Alex to fit the Nortech turbo kit to mine or at least a hybrid Ko4

Then I'd be happy to say it's finished  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on May 15, 2014, 09:14:54 pm
Yeah I like the sound of Rtech from what I've read and also I'll get the stage 2 map and not the 1.5 because I've got the s3 intercooler fitted now  :smiley:

Where do you think you'll draw the line and say that's it, she ain't getting no more mods  :signLOL:
Yours has had some cash thrown at it now  :laugh:

Anger? Lol I can't wait to track mine as never done a track day, want to get a few in then hit the nurburgring at the end of the year/next year  :driver: keep debating a set of buckets and harnesses with a semi stripped interior but can't make my mind up + it's £1000+ish for the sparcos frames bolts and harness and I'm not sure I'll like buckets for everyday driving

You won't regret that matey!

I had a ride in an R-Tech stage 2 Ed30 and it was suuuuupa smoooooth and effortlessly quick.

Saintsteve is going back there for the latest generation of Niki's map with the LBK tune.

Mike - your OCD is rubbin off on me. I'm doing a 5k intermediate oil change. . . There's a first for everything  :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: SurreyED30 on May 15, 2014, 09:19:04 pm
Sell your nuts it'll be fine you've got your boy already  :P

Seen carbon seats in your list, I love pikey motorsports sparco set up in his track car, but I'm 50/50 on the bucket for everyday driving and the missus would last 10 minutes max before moaning about the harness lol

I'd love a hybrid turbo in mine aswell, don't think I'll go down the full engine rebuild and huge turbo upgrade as it's mega cash and were tryna buy a house within the next 12 months.

Thing is, will we actually say that's it and never touch them again  :surprised: :ashamed:.....
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Janner_Sy on May 15, 2014, 09:20:24 pm
Then I'd be happy to say it's finished  :innocent:

Who you kidding lol

Mike - your OCD is rubbin off on me. I'm doing a 5k intermediate oil change. . . There's a first for everything  :scared:

Ive always done that.  Asking 50-100Hp and more from an engine ver stock IMO means you need to care for it better
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: SurreyED30 on May 15, 2014, 09:23:40 pm
You won't regret that matey!

I had a ride in an R-Tech stage 2 Ed30 and it was suuuuupa smoooooth and effortlessly quick.

Saintsteve is going back there for the latest generation of Niki's map with the LBK tune.

Mike - your OCD is rubbin off on me. I'm doing a 5k intermediate oil change. . . There's a first for everything  :scared:
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It's so tempting and when I finally book Alex for the clutch Rtech is on the way home sort of  :laugh:

I recon I will change over to Rtech by the summer.

I'm the same I've had my edition since August, covered 9K and had 4 oil changes 2 sets of plugs and a coolant flush  :ashamed:

Look after your car it'll look after you is the saying right?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 15, 2014, 09:33:48 pm


Countless oil changes, cam followers, plugs, coils, 2 brake fluid flushes, oil pickup pipe, 2 cambelts in 6.5 years / 72k miles lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: SurreyED30 on May 15, 2014, 09:38:20 pm
Got some catching up to do  :signLOL: doing my cam follower and PCV again next weekend as done 5K in them now with rev C follower and N PCV might sound crazy changing them for the same rev but it's  More piece of mind and safer running engine than anything. Never been one to leave stuff till it's 'annual service' time.
 Every 3 monthes she gets fresh bits to keep her happy
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Gti_Mad on May 15, 2014, 11:15:33 pm

There will be £2k+ worth of carbon seats / mounts / harnesses getting listed soon for around £1100 I would sell my nuts for them but don't think I'm gonna be able to afford them  :sad1: :sad1:

They're one of the major things left on my wish list.  I'd like Alex to fit the Nortech turbo kit to mine or at least a hybrid Ko4

Then I'd be happy to say it's finished  :innocent:

By who mike pics??
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 15, 2014, 11:33:55 pm

Shaun M keep your eyes peeled. I sorely want them  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bernhard30 on May 16, 2014, 12:41:47 am

There will be £2k+ worth of carbon seats / mounts / harnesses getting listed soon for around £1100 I would sell my nuts for them but don't think I'm gonna be able to afford them  :sad1: :sad1:

They're one of the major things left on my wish list.  I'd like Alex to fit the Nortech turbo kit to mine or at least a hybrid Ko4

Then I'd be happy to say it's finished  :innocent:

Mike,
Would you stay FWD if you went for the Nortech kit? Or do the Haldex conversion..
Properly tempted but wondered if Nortech and FWD would be just plain stupid..no matter how linear the mapping and power delivery.
Those upcoming seats sound tasty..you only live once !!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: 56OctyVRS on May 16, 2014, 03:04:41 am
Im sure with the amount of money invested so far you could have purchased a 911 turbo, had 500bhp and 4wd as std  :signLOL:
It is an impressive car and one of the best on this forum by far :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 18, 2014, 08:49:44 am

Morning  :smiley:

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 14, 2014, 05:01:09 pm

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New AKS rear heatshield

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Cold air feed re-fitted

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Revo shield modified & fitted properly. It isn't a straightforward fit as I've had quite a bit of gubbins removed that the shield normally bolts to.

Had cambelt done & sent off the steering wheel for re trimming.

Alex hasn't had chance to make the throttle body pipe so that can wait till next time.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 14, 2014, 05:05:55 pm

Trackday on Wednesday  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: betty_swollox on June 14, 2014, 05:07:24 pm

Morning  :smiley:

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: betty_swollox on June 14, 2014, 05:07:51 pm

Trackday on Wednesday  :driver:

Where u off to mate?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: danishmkvgti on June 14, 2014, 05:29:55 pm

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New AKS rear heatshield

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Revo shield modified & fitted properly. It isn't a straightforward fit as I've had quite a bit of gubbins removed that the shield normally bolts to.

Had cambelt done & sent off the steering wheel for re trimming.

Alex hasn't had chance to make the throttle body pipe so that can wait till next time.

I see you have the normal painted REVO intake fitted, when i get my "Xtra" racing REVO intake the heatshield is made redundant  :signLOL:
Are you still APR Mike?  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 14, 2014, 05:37:00 pm

It's supposed to be a cam coated one Jake? Why do you say that?  :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: danishmkvgti on June 14, 2014, 05:59:03 pm

It's supposed to be a cam coated one Jake? Why do you say that?  :scared:

sorry just teasing couldn't see it was the camcoated one, which is the racing version.
 I have just raised the bar as i pursuaded REVO to do an "Xtra" racing version for me  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: vRSAlex on June 14, 2014, 06:21:21 pm

It's supposed to be a cam coated one Jake? Why do you say that?  :scared:

sorry just teasing couldn't see it was the camcoated one, which is the racing version.
 I have just raised the bar as i pursuaded REVO to do an "Xtra" racing version for me  :P

But the price Jake!!!!  Ceramic coating would easily cost £60 extra over the camcoat.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: toosmiles on June 14, 2014, 06:22:47 pm
Nice mike,alot of people are going for this intake lately(including me next month) @ Aks tuning
So the rear heat shield is an extra to buy?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: danishmkvgti on June 14, 2014, 06:29:58 pm

It's supposed to be a cam coated one Jake? Why do you say that?  :scared:

sorry just teasing couldn't see it was the camcoated one, which is the racing version.
 I have just raised the bar as i pursuaded REVO to do an "Xtra" racing version for me  :P

But the price Jake!!!!  Ceramic coating would easily cost £60 extra over the camcoat.

I know Alex, just call me the Danish TFSI Mike, a magpie in the making  :wink:
Seriously, i can see the idea as every time i drive and make a stop, the Polar FIS shows me the raise in the intake temp, and it takes such a long time to drop so i hope this will assist me in reaching the normal app. 6 degress celsius above ambient faster, especially doing the track days.
Also i like one offs, or close to it  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: danishmkvgti on June 14, 2014, 06:41:31 pm
Nice mike,alot of people are going for this intake lately(including me next month) @ Aks tuning
So the rear heat shield is an extra to buy?

The REVO intake is by far the best flowing intake for the 2,0 TFSI on the market at present, so a wise choice running one  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 15, 2014, 09:26:48 am


I might wrap the intake & under side of the heat shield with DEI gold tape.  Not the prettiest but extra heat reflection.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 15, 2014, 09:34:05 am
Nice mike,alot of people are going for this intake lately(including me next month) @ Aks tuning
So the rear heat shield is an extra to buy?

Had the intake on for quite some time now, only just got round to getting the front shield fitted.

The rear heat shield is additional.  :happy2:  Alex at AKS made & painted it

1st time I'm going to have used the intake (and car!) in real anger in a while this Wednesday  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on June 15, 2014, 09:39:39 am
Just noticed have the OEM PCV. i thought you ran a catch can?

Nice heat shield. Just like the evoms one.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 15, 2014, 09:53:33 am

One of the later revision PCVs.  Used to run a BSH catch can but it was a bit small and wasnt a great fit.

Id consider running catch can again, like the the large Forge one Alex uses.  Probably when I get the intake ports cleaned.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Janner_Sy on June 15, 2014, 02:03:55 pm
Which track mike?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: toosmiles on June 15, 2014, 02:32:51 pm
Nice mike,alot of people are going for this intake lately(including me next month) @ Aks tuning
So the rear heat shield is an extra to buy?

Had the intake on for quite some time now, only just got round to getting the front shield fitted.

The rear heat shield is additional.  :happy2:  Alex at AKS made & painted it

1st time I'm going to have used the intake (and car!) in real anger this Wednesday  :driver:
Cheers mike,
I'll ring Alex in advance to get 1 ready for when I'm down
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: big eck on June 15, 2014, 03:58:55 pm
Looks good mate. I was gonna run a catch can on mine but was told there's just as many cons as pros so didn't bother.

I had my first track day on Thursday and loved it. So much so I've got another one this Tuesday lol. Really need to see about upgrading the brakes tho.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 15, 2014, 04:09:31 pm

Will be my 5th, last one was last summer though. Got Donington park end of next month too  :driver

It is alot of fun!  I've got the brake side of things sorted  :innocent:

Title: Re: Re: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bignod00 on June 15, 2014, 04:15:12 pm

Will be my 5th, last one was last summer though. Got Donington park end of next month too  :driver

It is alot of fun!  I've got the brake side of things sorted  :innocent:
5th............you need to get cracking buddy! :happy2: :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Pikey Motorsports on June 15, 2014, 04:47:23 pm

It's supposed to be a cam coated one Jake? Why do you say that?  :scared:

sorry just teasing couldn't see it was the camcoated one, which is the racing version.
 I have just raised the bar as i pursuaded REVO to do an "Xtra" racing version for me  :P

What you having done to it mate?

And looking great mike
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 28, 2014, 11:29:00 pm

Had a quick play with the GoPro

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2F06F8BB7B-3C0E-4515-BB54-74A9F406286E_zps55ugybvu.jpg&hash=2d9d3df785a310bc99313ed0c040fa8922261899)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Matto on June 29, 2014, 09:58:16 pm
You need to get the footage uploaded.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 29, 2014, 10:11:59 pm

It's not very exciting lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: TaylorGTi on June 30, 2014, 07:30:27 pm
What cap badge and regt you in buddy?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 30, 2014, 08:23:44 pm

I'm RE  :happy2:  if you're Wimbish, I'm guessing you are too?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: TaylorGTi on June 30, 2014, 09:27:41 pm
Lol yeap! 32/35?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 30, 2014, 09:35:47 pm

Formerly 35  :happy2:  You at inters?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: TaylorGTi on June 30, 2014, 09:51:40 pm
Nah, I'm of on batus prep...joys!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 30, 2014, 10:00:40 pm

Ha. Pack yer mosi cream this time of year!  -30 with windchill last time I was there  :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: TaylorGTi on June 30, 2014, 10:20:20 pm
Yeah but being EOD we just sit in wagon eating maoam and smoking tabs haha!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: DaveB@Vagbremtechnic on June 30, 2014, 11:38:21 pm
Translation please.... :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on July 01, 2014, 12:37:07 am
Translation please.... :laugh:

Army speak.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2014, 08:03:53 pm

Steering wheel back from recent re-trim

The alcantara was lighter than the flocking on my dash and the miss match is one of those things that would bug me

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2F2DB9F3E4-94D9-4575-B72F-A8F2E0261426_zpsr4vwomge.jpg&hash=5d960eeda4f3af3d93830a9ec2f307214a555330)
Title: Re:
Post by: Bignod00 on July 01, 2014, 09:48:09 pm
Great photo buddy........who took the photo.....they rule! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2014, 10:06:37 pm

Some whammer  :grin:
Title: Re:
Post by: Bignod00 on July 01, 2014, 10:11:04 pm
:grin: :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2014, 10:34:14 pm

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2Frecent_purhases%2F98C74C36-DFFA-4DBA-9CC0-6836E24F117F_zpstxgnejgr.png&hash=cd27a36b90a879796baec5c7deb461247d505602)

Title: Re:
Post by: Bignod00 on July 02, 2014, 09:08:34 am
Good boy! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 10, 2014, 08:44:11 pm
Despite a late finish, I pulled the car in the hangar at work;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Ffitting_blues%2F0F230B65-4E2E-4ED2-AC67-82CB7A8DE925_zpsnhgzhmoe.jpg&hash=4f42e45b77fe9bcdffbbd97985f7336925e99818)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Ffitting_blues%2F0CB09A93-49BB-4872-B7ED-256BF0F905E2_zpsvyersnzv.jpg&hash=96968d5823ca0a72e58abbaf13241ce99c9cc256)

Oem Brembo / Textar pads out;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Ffitting_blues%2F137F4516-699B-47E1-A321-32DF5319D93A_zpsvzxfbpat.jpg&hash=3311a4da9ff4f90bce78f1d1e0171618be2eabf8)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Ffitting_blues%2FAF9C8F42-CEEB-419F-B64F-74DD7F19818F_zpskicceb3t.jpg&hash=4c69fe2d1c8dbc84f12f18dcd2270434ba38ac43)

Pagid blues in...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Ffitting_blues%2FE6F3A367-7041-401B-9911-2C5923660901_zpsg2c8h3p5.jpg&hash=7a4e90147933a194426dad3dac7f399109e835c1)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Ffitting_blues%2F89A2BFB5-B9A3-4266-8DF3-7102185E011C_zpsurxe6qux.jpg&hash=b999523207099325f798bc2a25d9cfb58144afdd)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Ffitting_blues%2FD13A2586-D0FA-4129-B1E5-5E3CAD0B5FC2_zpspbqicpv8.jpg&hash=ed427dc202592ae994aa1c11b4f62b60bd9020f6)

Can change the pads on these calipers blindfolded. Dead easy. Had to clean the rotors up with some 60grit paper to ensure there was no deposits from the old compound.  Plenty of ceratec paste on the back of the pagid pads. Job done.

Thanks to Alex for bringing the pads to Inters, saving me postage.  :drinking:

I really want to do the TTrs master cylinder, just missed out on Shaun's to James  :sad1:


Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 10, 2014, 08:48:40 pm

Ordered a Seat option spoiler, usually found on the K1 or BTCC kitted Leon's.  Probably getting it fitted and painted at the same place in Bedford that did my carbon bonnet.

Also need a couple of paint defects sorting around the rear. She should look mint then :-)

Also booked in at AKS in September for; custom throttle body pipe and to refurb the track wheels.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 10, 2014, 09:14:11 pm
Managed to make inters on Sunday.

Was lucky enough to have my car along side some pretty cool motors on the AKS stand.  :party:

Was great to catch up with some old faces and meet guys I've not had chance to meet over the years but spoken to so much on the forums / Facebook / text ect...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2Finters%2F031DC78E-8410-4316-AD2D-1B18287973D0_zpsk5ht5cri.jpg&hash=99a8df67d167f0c4d74c2fb91936bca4585c7c66)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2Finters%2F7F20079F-90F0-4E9C-A7FF-350C8BC9FE6E_zpsubrj2ugm.jpg&hash=dd9e51f58c96e848a14f4f7f736870db7255df8f)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2Finters%2FD34B4D07-B5F5-4648-AB5D-B163B1A2F88C_zpsd79mlggn.jpg&hash=6db7dbc175129ecd0be8865c773877c7fe29f73a)

Prob 1200 bhp there...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2Finters%2FF28D0883-FDDD-4B45-9B67-10B6339A8BA2_zpsizvl7mjm.jpg&hash=5d10d3b07e9af03c1d0517449b8fb8a26a149d02)

Mini Leon meet lol;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2Finters%2F143621EA-B0D5-4255-B4EB-6ABF38195C64_zpsw8ipjofj.jpg&hash=24b34de108a0369ec42795f9128bd2303ac324bd)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2Finters%2F395C7306-AFDD-450E-A312-5508BA7A9BBD_zpsrqk4itko.jpg&hash=ae2ad5aefa3f3439b06d19fe0aee6e533479a747)

So you have these brembos daddy?

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2Finters%2FE24E79CB-7C58-4BB4-9A1C-0575B7374EC7_zpsb2e9mypa.jpg&hash=e513450ac9593fc9b46e77fcce04476cb4644331)

But you really want one of these?

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2Finters%2FE50A4513-7B99-40CD-993C-39AA3F179EB0_zpsiyorbc7k.jpg&hash=a1338ac2f4f9335a5e487053f805a04d7578bedc)

Just checking everything is torqued up...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2Finters%2F8D3BEB67-48D9-4406-9CEB-201FFB1C0FB4_zpsrlovulte.jpg&hash=18bf93b22bfdf45461bed2452156813b78d1994e)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: DanGB on July 10, 2014, 09:28:02 pm
Modifier in training :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 10, 2014, 09:38:32 pm

Booked on at Donington park with Dan too  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: DanGB on July 10, 2014, 09:44:31 pm

Booked on at Donington park with Dan too  :driver:

Cant wait  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: toosmiles on July 10, 2014, 11:32:26 pm
nice mike,i seriously need to get to inters next year
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: danishmkvgti on July 11, 2014, 07:27:52 am
Is it enough to use the 60grid paper, i changed without cleaning and it's horrible when the brakes get's a bit warm  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 11, 2014, 07:29:58 am
 
Oh dear, I do hope so Jake  :sick:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: vRSAlex on July 11, 2014, 03:33:00 pm
Is it enough to use the 60grid paper, i changed without cleaning and it's horrible when the brakes get's a bit warm  :sad1:


Give them a good clean up. Should be fine afterwards.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: danishmkvgti on July 11, 2014, 09:56:36 pm
Is it enough to use the 60grid paper, i changed without cleaning and it's horrible when the brakes get's a bit warm  :sad1:


Give them a good clean up. Should be fine afterwards.

Just brake clean Alex?, or anything else? :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on July 11, 2014, 11:55:19 pm

So you have these brembos daddy?

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2Finters%2FE24E79CB-7C58-4BB4-9A1C-0575B7374EC7_zpsb2e9mypa.jpg&hash=e513450ac9593fc9b46e77fcce04476cb4644331)



Hands off......  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 11, 2014, 11:57:32 pm

Mk5golfgti.co.uk big brake kit  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rob_e on July 15, 2014, 10:51:48 am

Was lucky enough to have my car along side some pretty cool motors on the AKS stand.  :party:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2Finters%2F031DC78E-8410-4316-AD2D-1B18287973D0_zpsk5ht5cri.jpg&hash=99a8df67d167f0c4d74c2fb91936bca4585c7c66)


Nice wheels..   

 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 22, 2014, 11:40:09 am


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2Frecent_purhases%2F928426D8-AF9F-4AF8-A2D2-15554D8C134A_zpsp9ul4z9s.jpg&hash=ff4f3e497b2763bc9c02a5ca272191bde3ca64db)

In prep for new rear rotors and used ds2500
Title: Re:
Post by: paulmk5gti on August 22, 2014, 12:04:56 pm
I need this tool ☺
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 27, 2014, 06:08:56 pm
I need this tool ☺

Where are you located?



Next lot of work is approaching  :party:


Going to put new rear rotors on with some used DS2500s

Hoping to feel a very positive difference in the car with this visit  :smiley: :party:

Then she's off to the body shop to repair a few paint imperfections that have been driving me nuts and to fit a K1 / BTCC spoiler I have sat at AKS.
Looking forward to sticking some before and after shots up of that.

Over winter Im hoping to put a new clutch in so shes good to go for another trackday season.  The current Sachs isnt slipping yet but it has been on for 50K+ miles and the DMF that was fitted at the same time is starting to get noisy.

Only other bits that are going on are shopping around for a TPMS that will give me a live pressure / temperature display.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: toosmiles on August 27, 2014, 06:33:13 pm
nice 1 mike car will be very similar spec to mine then m8,and should have a nice improvement  :driver:
im waiting on your views if you decide on the ttrs mc :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 29, 2014, 12:10:52 pm
Mini mod arrived this morning

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMini_mods%2F61D224DE-A253-42FB-BBBA-067BF6460ED0_zpsjb6412fp.jpg&hash=e88e36828d228c407a34a2ab9355ff80f3d615ed)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Pikey Motorsports on August 29, 2014, 02:28:58 pm
Nice lil mod to go with a throttle body pipe
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 14, 2014, 11:05:30 am
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2Frecent_purhases%2F55644698-2557-439C-84C9-E40813D96836_zps8s0yeecn.jpg&hash=f3c7ccdca0eb3722b6edb7dc6b2f7aeb395d74fe)

Bought HEL rears for my S3 rears. Getting fitted at AKS soon.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 21, 2014, 01:51:56 am

@vRSAlex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1981) has sourced me an AEM WMI kit, perfect timing as Im having the inlet ports cleaned out.  Will keep it clean and help me keep my ponies on hot days :-)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: TommyR on September 21, 2014, 07:48:24 am
@Tfsi_Mike (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=293) Hope you don't mind me asking but who is doing the cleaning and at what cost?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 21, 2014, 07:57:54 am
Alex is cleaning my inlet at just shy of £200 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bignod00 on September 21, 2014, 08:06:54 am
Great stuff Mike......that's a nice matching couple of jobs to get done together. I couldn't believe the state of the inlet when Alex cleaned mine a few months ago.... ..he said mine actually wasn't very bad either so can only imagine how bad some are!!

That reminds me......I need to give @vRSAlex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1981) a shout about a few things that had totally slipped my mind! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 21, 2014, 08:11:04 am

Yep, Matt.  She's getting towards being the 'full package' now :)

Still plan on a lightweight drivers seat & swapping the TDs for Ultraleggeras.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: TommyR on September 21, 2014, 08:26:00 am
Alex is cleaning my inlet at just shy of £200 :happy2:

Cheers dude! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on September 21, 2014, 01:52:36 pm
Alex is cleaning my inlet at just shy of £200 :happy2:

Are you having valves and flaps cleaned too mike?

Do you get any shakes or slight stutters at idle?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 21, 2014, 01:55:42 pm

Tops of the valves and stems :happy2: having the flaps completely removed

Don't really notice any stutters at idle. Last time undid it was the injector
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on September 21, 2014, 04:09:41 pm

Tops of the valves and stems :happy2: having the flaps completely removed

Don't really notice any stutters at idle. Last time undid it was the injector

Ah right ok.

Ask Alex to take some pics  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 16, 2014, 11:18:26 am
 Car goes down to AKS on Saturday :)

Booked the last trackday for this year too. Bit of a gamble on the weather :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on October 17, 2014, 11:40:23 am
Donnington?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: toosmiles on October 17, 2014, 12:01:04 pm
Car goes down to AKS on Saturday :)

Booked the last trackday for this year too. Bit of a gamble on the weather :scared:
your car will be transformed mike,well jel on the track day,where you going?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: dom069 on October 18, 2014, 06:24:04 pm
Spent the last few days flipping through all hundred and seventy odd pages of this!

Always had a massive soft spot for these, yours is truly outstanding though :congrats:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 18, 2014, 08:14:22 pm
Spent the last few days flipping through all hundred and seventy odd pages of this!

Always had a massive soft spot for these, yours is truly outstanding though :congrats:
6157944

Thanks very much! I think I'm one of the few original Cupra owners left :( most have moved on to different motors. Had this from new in Jan 08 still more to come :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra :: Inlet clean
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 22, 2014, 07:24:52 am
Inlet valves at 70k;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FAKS_TB_pipe%2FE616DF76-50F0-4416-A677-FABA2D0098B7_zpstn1xzlkg.jpg&hash=13fa6e4187cf9d20f9f10aba720397b0e686319c)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FAKS_TB_pipe%2FD1DA83DF-CBFD-469B-82FF-D4B964B4FEEC_zpsvjvbspbl.jpg&hash=8f951107faa823fc18257b47ca3120313582714d)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FAKS_TB_pipe%2FE4F5C7BF-CB3D-4748-8742-4B24787500CE_zpsud9my3jd.jpg&hash=8d1e1c5228800c2e8dfecad40183b929523752f6)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FAKS_TB_pipe%2F8ACFC9BD-DF4D-4544-BA40-CA6960CE743E_zpsx41nd9tf.jpg&hash=ff590ec6b4770269ac7efd41d464756774ed49c6)

 :sick: :sick: :sick:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra :: throttle body pipe
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 22, 2014, 07:26:53 am
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FAKS_TB_pipe%2F550A5382-2A00-457A-B959-848D52C22D0E_zps8q1jumwq.jpg&hash=daf45405f25d2c3f2dbc630207cd7c0360a49f93)

Screamer pipe  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on October 22, 2014, 07:29:43 am
I've seen worse valves on the forum, but those definitely needed a clean  :sad1:

Did you have any lumpiness at idle or any other symptoms of dirty valves?

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 22, 2014, 07:36:58 am
Not particularly. Not as noticeable as when injector 3 needed replacing anyway, that was a hiccup at idle every couple of minutes.

Hopefully be smoother now anyhow.

Having custom/ AKS enlarged TB pipe, inlet clean, Runner flap delete, map update and WMI so hoping for a nice improvement  :jumping:

Also having new rear brakes (Alloy hubs & 330mm conversion is in the pipeline but not yet), HEL rear lines, new brake fluid, New PCV, Cam follower, 2 lhary noticeable (but very annoying) dents pulled, replacement spigot rings for the TDs, Red Forge TB hose, N80 & associated gubbins removed and a grind of the front rotors.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: b9rgo1234 on October 22, 2014, 01:18:09 pm
I had a look at the alloy hub conversion but with the width and the offset of the Turinis it pushed the wheels out too far on the Leon, the only option I saw was to try and widen the rear arches.  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: dan930 on October 22, 2014, 02:35:20 pm
Not particularly. Not as noticeable as when injector 3 needed replacing anyway, that was a hiccup at idle every couple of minutes.

Hopefully be smoother now anyhow.

Having custom/ AKS enlarged TB pipe, inlet clean, Runner flap delete, map update and WMI so hoping for a nice improvement  :jumping:

Also having new rear brakes (Alloy hubs & 330mm conversion is in the pipeline but not yet), HEL rear lines, new brake fluid, New PCV, Cam follower, 2 lhary noticeable (but very annoying) dents pulled, replacement spigot rings for the TDs, Red Forge TB hose, N80 & associated gubbins removed and a grind of the front rotors.

What do you mean by grinding the front rotors?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: vRSAlex on October 22, 2014, 03:01:06 pm
Not particularly. Not as noticeable as when injector 3 needed replacing anyway, that was a hiccup at idle every couple of minutes.

Hopefully be smoother now anyhow.

Having custom/ AKS enlarged TB pipe, inlet clean, Runner flap delete, map update and WMI so hoping for a nice improvement  :jumping:

Also having new rear brakes (Alloy hubs & 330mm conversion is in the pipeline but not yet), HEL rear lines, new brake fluid, New PCV, Cam follower, 2 lhary noticeable (but very annoying) dents pulled, replacement spigot rings for the TDs, Red Forge TB hose, N80 & associated gubbins removed and a grind of the front rotors.

What do you mean by grinding the front rotors?

Basically having them skimmed.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 22, 2014, 03:51:18 pm

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FAKS_TB_pipe%2F0634FE16-38D1-4DB2-AE7E-0AF748FAF78A_zpszavzvlvc.jpg&hash=9d3848d5c8a29151ad3ab0df77db404892ff0d66)

Alex is smashing through the jobs and reports that the Inlet clean & TB pipe have made a lovely difference mid range  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 22, 2014, 04:45:13 pm
Added UltraRacing rear under brace to the list  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: toosmiles on October 22, 2014, 04:50:33 pm
Added UltraRacing rear under brace to the list  :innocent:
Good mod this m8 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 24, 2014, 03:46:44 pm

Car is having a software update today to add; left foot braking, hard cut limiter, Runner flap delete code, charcoal delete code should see a few extra ponies too
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: danishmkvgti on October 24, 2014, 05:08:20 pm

Car is having a software update today to add; left foot braking, hard cut limiter, Runner flap delete code, charcoal delete code should see a few extra ponies too

Still APR map Mike? :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 24, 2014, 05:24:17 pm
 :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: TommyR on October 24, 2014, 06:47:19 pm
I take it this is what you mean by the hard cut? :party:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 24, 2014, 06:53:24 pm
I take it this is what you mean by the hard cut? :party:



Indeed but so far it's not going to plan. My map was slightly custom but it doesn't look like APR have released it to the dealer :-/. Hopefully sorted before I return home
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: TommyR on October 24, 2014, 07:48:51 pm
Shame that hopefully you get it sorted soon! I just need a Loba pump and a visit to Awesome, then I can test the limiter for myself :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Gti_Mad on October 24, 2014, 10:24:31 pm
Isit rele worth doin the charcoal delete ??
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 25, 2014, 04:46:28 am
Isit rele worth doin the charcoal delete ??

I was originally making room for a neat install of a decent size catch can. Quite a bit of associated pipe work removed so a little bit of weight gone. Could also have a big air filter on that side with shorter inlet now, more relevant to BT
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Yorkie92 on November 01, 2014, 08:39:51 am
Just read all 172 pages (took me a week and a half lol)
So many changes I've lost count but you seem to finally have it set up how you want  :happy2:
Good to see how helpful and friendly people are on here aswel
It was more like a book but a good read  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 12, 2014, 07:28:50 am
Just read all 172 pages (took me a week and a half lol)
So many changes I've lost count but you seem to finally have it set up how you want  :happy2:
Good to see how helpful and friendly people are on here aswel
It was more like a book but a good read  :smiley:

Thanks very much, it's nice to know people find it interesting :happy2:

Just waiting on the Ultra racing under brace to arrive so it can be fitted and the fast road/ trackday alignment carried out.

Looking forward to going to collect it!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 21, 2014, 06:26:34 pm
The last of the mods from this visit to AKS;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FAKS_TB_pipe%2F8F300F2A-105D-4FC3-A852-0C7E448C9D28_zpsmrl77ywt.jpg&hash=b62e7380b9d882c6dcaf2c5268b8ee60099ff12e)

UltraRacing underbrace for the rear.  Looking forward to seeing if its as good as the rave reviews.

Not fitting the WMI untill the next visit now as Alex is rammed with work.

Can't wait to get the car back :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Matto on November 21, 2014, 06:35:39 pm
Nice mate. We'll have to catch up for drinky poos soon  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 21, 2014, 06:40:30 pm

Indeed! Want to show you my GoPro mount!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Pikey Motorsports on November 24, 2014, 02:16:00 pm
Where did you get the brace from mate i cant find that one for mk5
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 24, 2014, 02:28:54 pm
@vRSAlex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1981) @ AKS  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on November 24, 2014, 02:30:08 pm
Did those extra undertrays make any difference?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 24, 2014, 02:38:10 pm

As a complete package they made a little difference. Avg mpg would climb quicker & slightly higher on the same autobahn journeys.

I got them discounted though and did ally of motorway driving which made it a better value for money mod
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: vRSAlex on November 24, 2014, 04:59:31 pm
Where did you get the brace from mate i cant find that one for mk5

Drop me a call mate.  Can get them shipped straight over.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 01, 2014, 08:25:34 pm
A big thanks to Alex at AKS for the recent jobs done  :happy2:

Have just had; Custom AKS throttle body pipe, AKS WMI spacer plate, Runner flap delete kit fitted, inlet ports & valve stems cleaned, Red Forge TB hose, rear HEL hoses, new rear OEM discs & pads, front rotors ground to remove pad deposits, APR v3.4 update with motorsport limiter, Ultra racing underbrace & Aks geometry alignment.

Car feels great, a credit to Alex's work.  Shame about this rubbish winter weather now.

Really looking forward to booking the next trackday. Will probably. Be March time, although I might not be able to help taking a gamble on a day in December  :innocent:

The next things planned are;

Finish WMI install, new clutch kit, hybrid ko4 & RTech stage2+, heated front windscreen, perhaps lexan side & rear windows.  Think that's it  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 01, 2014, 08:37:05 pm

Forgot lightweight fixed back front seats too...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on December 01, 2014, 08:38:06 pm
Mike is your clutch slipping, or have you gone into "preventative maintenance mode" again?  :signLOL:

I'm booked in to see Alex in Jan to sort my clutch hydraulic issues and I'm tempted to get the inlet valves cleaned seeing as it made a decent difference to yours  :happy2:

Look forward to seeing your hybrid K04 graph. BBT?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 01, 2014, 08:47:15 pm
I'm thinking TTE 420 :)

It has made a great difference the car feels really strong. Also had a latest revision PCV/Cam follower and the usually bits & bobs.

I'm probably going into ott maintenance mode with wanting a new clutch lol, the Sachs has been faultless touch wood

I'm sure it will last a while longer especially if I restraint the right foot and then switch to stock map
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on December 01, 2014, 08:52:30 pm
TTE420  :jumping:

Will be keeping an eye on this thread now
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 01, 2014, 08:58:05 pm

Also Dying to swap my TDs for some OZ ultraleggeras
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bignod00 on December 01, 2014, 09:00:50 pm
TTE420........ Very interested! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: danishmkvgti on December 01, 2014, 09:02:52 pm

Also Dying to swap my TDs for some OZ ultraleggeras

Two things Mike:

1. Finally i get rid of that APR in your title slapping my face everytime i see it  :jumpmove:
2. I have a set of OZ ultraleggera's now, and i have to say they are indeed tasty and sharp, you should turn envy now  :P

You are progressing your car faster than i am mine, but we'll see what next year brings my friend  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 01, 2014, 09:08:51 pm

Feel like I havent made any major progress for some time. Although the TB pipe has been one that I've been meaning to get around to for some time!

I'll be quite content when I have WMI, an uprated turbo & fresh clutch.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 01, 2014, 09:21:02 pm

Need to paint the rear bells this week aswel while they are still new & rust free
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Little_Dave on December 14, 2014, 07:59:23 pm
Been looking into the TTE420 myself  :love:

Looks promising with some decent figures achievable, if you do go down that route I'd appreciate your thoughts  :happy2:

They had a group buy going on audisportnet a few months ago

Dave
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: niw on December 17, 2014, 01:21:12 pm
Following this thread for inspiration to my own Cupra  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 17, 2014, 01:24:27 pm
Following this thread for inspiration to my own Cupra  :evilgrin:

Hope it's of use to you!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 18, 2014, 03:36:48 pm
Had a play with some of my GoPro bits and bobs to make another Trackday mount.

Just waiting on a replacement casing that has a side cutout for the external Mic S videos with loads of wind noise bug me;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fgo_pro_mount%2F4C34E5C3-04A3-4C41-84F7-D135D1BF0339_zpssozopgjs.jpg&hash=ca7479afb1bb2501433d9da72f8794fd78c0db82)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fgo_pro_mount%2F624AF5C0-2827-4118-AD65-3B87B7B72EAD_zpsy7bhrcm8.jpg&hash=8b9e2bb258c8c7f6fbcc7c2d05e8391721e6e654)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fgo_pro_mount%2F544ED2DC-A555-4366-A8F8-3B6BEF2AC384_zpshucnn0vl.jpg&hash=a08685b43db38073bbbae71fdf21f3f7fcbd02fc)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fgo_pro_mount%2F6365E565-FEFD-4447-BD80-9BB9C79865A0_zps2szqu6sp.jpg&hash=8f50cb17dbd18f8ea6f92e08d995951c6b302a93)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fgo_pro_mount%2FCBA6597B-7FE0-4AC1-B5BD-7C2C21435A50_zpsrikent60.jpg&hash=a623de51786ee2f369d715170e035f3afa80de26)

The angle achieved on wide view ^^^
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on December 18, 2014, 11:35:59 pm
NIce!  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 06, 2015, 07:52:49 pm
Cheers Rich!

She's getting a new windscreen tomorrow, the current one has a few scratches in.

Have booked Rockingham for the end of this month.  Trackday fun!

Then for the best part of this year I will be shipped to the arsehole of the earth for 6 months. :@

In which time I'll be treating her to Helix clutch from @vRSAlex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1981)  @ AKS Tuning. Then, all going to plan a TTE420 K04 Hybrid turbo & an @rtechniki (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1870) map at RTech tuning.

Also looking at a carbon tailgate :evilgrin:

The AKS tuning spacer plate is on ready to install WMI. I'm hoping WMI is a reliable mod. I won't be having the map pushed harder for the WMI.

She will be pretty much finished then  :smiley: :innocent:



Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 06, 2015, 07:55:16 pm

Oh I might look at changing the intake (again!) for something not to different but with the addition of oem spec maf housing if it aids performance & mapping
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on January 06, 2015, 08:33:42 pm
Great plans Mike  :drinking:

I'm sure some other mod will come along by the time your "finished"  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: th3_f15t on January 06, 2015, 08:36:31 pm
You can't just fit a K04 hybrid and then go "that's enough". It's never enough, there will always be some new, improved part that'll be too tempting to resist for any length of time...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 06, 2015, 08:41:12 pm

Very, very nearly sold the car a couple of weeks ago.

The car is already fantastic with a k04 and so well setup. I really think the hybrid will make it the perfect package (for me)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bignod00 on January 06, 2015, 09:31:47 pm
Hahahahaha, you said "Package!" :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on January 06, 2015, 09:51:19 pm

Very, very nearly sold the car a couple of weeks ago.

The car is already fantastic with a k04 and so well setup. I really think the hybrid will make it the perfect package (for me)

I noticed you were all over Neil's MK6  :ashamed:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 06, 2015, 09:59:28 pm
Had 2 people badgering me, to buy mine. The plan was to buy Neil's, yes. Hybrid & Rtech it and enjoy it for 18months.   :driver: :evilgrin:

Couldn't bring myself to do it, yet!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Hurdy on January 06, 2015, 11:04:26 pm
*cough, cough* Golf R and Nortech kit..*cough,cough*  :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 06, 2015, 11:16:17 pm

Ill take a look at 6 & 7Rs in a year but think I should try something different!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: 56OctyVRS on January 07, 2015, 01:48:15 am
I wonder if there would be a company to actually make an after market turbo intake hose to go round the oval oem maf housing to the turbo flange. Then one to go onto the intake pipe to the air filter, going oval into a circle shape. Very similar to the ITG one but actually incorporate an oem maf housing off an old engine cover but using exact fit hoses rather than circular ones fitting over an oval shape.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Dan_FR on January 07, 2015, 07:28:39 am
You mean like this? http://www.awesomegti.com/car/seat/leon1p/samco-turbo-intake-pipe-2-0tfsi-with-k04-turbocharger

Nothing wrong with using a circular pipe anyway, end result is the same, smooth transition from oval to round. I made my own version of this pipe (using round pipes) for a 1/3 of the price

Problem for the other side of the MAF housing is that everyone will be butchering their engine covers differently. Would only work if buying something like the 42DD MAF Housing.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 07, 2015, 07:32:24 am

Spmething like the 44DD offering is exactly what Inhad in mind.  I will only bother if Rtech thinks there is a genuine performance advantage when it comes to mapping.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Dan_FR on January 07, 2015, 07:48:38 am
Won't make a difference peak numbers wise, makes the car nicer/smoother to drive off boost, more responsive and a smoother transition between vac & boost (from my experience). Niki found it to be an improvement too, sure he posted about it in the 'TFSI Tuning' group on FB
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rex on January 07, 2015, 08:23:38 am
Where did you buy these ones from, Mike:


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fgo_pro_mount%2F624AF5C0-2827-4118-AD65-3B87B7B72EAD_zpsy7bhrcm8.jpg&hash=8b9e2bb258c8c7f6fbcc7c2d05e8391721e6e654)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 07, 2015, 08:29:13 am

You have PM :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: TommyR on January 07, 2015, 10:51:55 am
Out of interest did you see the black s3 Ecotune had on their rollers the other day? No meth and all the usual 2 + bits with the addition of a TTE420 and it did 427/445 on the APR v3.4 map! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Dan_FR on January 07, 2015, 11:03:07 am
I saw it, little skeptical of the numbers if i'm honest, especially on the generic APR 2+ file
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bignod00 on January 07, 2015, 11:03:58 am
I saw it, little skeptical of the numbers if i'm honest, especially on the generic APR 2+ file
+1! Would be amazing if its genuine though!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 07, 2015, 11:05:29 am
I did see that yesterday. I'm naturally a cynical person but that does sound promising :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 07, 2015, 11:05:59 am
Funny everyone has thought the same thing
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: TommyR on January 07, 2015, 11:08:24 am
I saw it, little skeptical of the numbers if i'm honest, especially on the generic APR 2+ file

I'll be honest I was a bit too! However as rollers all tend to differ anyway, whats right and whats not...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Dan_FR on January 07, 2015, 11:58:56 am
Sub 400 hp on a more realistic rolling road is the only other figure given, which falls more in to line with other K04 hybrids.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on January 07, 2015, 01:03:58 pm
The BBT hybrid makes 400bhp with a great curve - basically holds 400bhp right across the top of the curve  :drool:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 07, 2015, 02:11:44 pm

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMaintenance_and_Technical%2FC8DD5161-30EF-40D9-B50E-A2C1251A200B_zpso7z3uppt.jpg&hash=dc82bb78c57eee063b8c898b22ce57f25dc25bbe)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: toosmiles on January 07, 2015, 04:11:45 pm
the bonnet bra is a bit extreme mike :laugh:
did you have a heated screen then?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 07, 2015, 04:18:06 pm

Oem screen. I've promised myself I'll fit a heated one next winter.   The car rarely gets used in the winter anyway.

The scratch on my screen was really bugging me. So couldn't put it off any longer!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 16, 2015, 04:24:46 pm
Fitted my Stack oil temp gauge.  Just need to plug the sender into the sump which I'll do next week during oil change.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FD69FB8DA-885A-4B67-A152-1F7745F9BEF2_zpss9iji1oi.jpg&hash=37f2fc20f2934cbc2e3cc6cef3ce4957ac706f08)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FAA913AB5-254E-41A2-A2DA-47215C2AA9B5_zpsr5hcw0vv.jpg&hash=955daff0b4b03145d7f672c2de52036cc952a4cd)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FE7F4221E-7CC1-40C5-AAE4-6FF037D2711E_zpszvxrk72u.jpg&hash=2638131d3f76625ade748cc5f801a0dfca2f297c)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 31, 2015, 02:11:55 pm

Followed @Jaybogti (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=10609) around Rockingham to get some footage of air suspension on track  :driver:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on January 31, 2015, 02:18:51 pm
Christ... how loud is that.   :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 31, 2015, 02:21:36 pm
Mic is next to the exhaust  :happy2:  sound sh*t?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on January 31, 2015, 02:40:43 pm
Mic is next to the exhaust  :happy2:  sound sh*t?

Oh.. external mic.... thought it sounded loud for in the car.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Matto on January 31, 2015, 02:47:39 pm
Mic is next to the exhaust  :happy2:  sound sh*t?

Probably just a little too close that's all.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 31, 2015, 02:56:59 pm

Was here;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FRockingham%2F4FDCE173-906A-43D8-BE01-A14E197C9C7B_zps2xqfv213.jpg&hash=eb2008c2ae220dcd226f243d43ddb7378e1101bf)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tom. on January 31, 2015, 03:25:28 pm
Remember this car from way back when I used to use seatcupra.net! If I remember right you were from Doncaster way?

Good to see you still going with it!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 31, 2015, 03:34:07 pm
That's me!  A few things still in the pipeline but am still enjoying it.

I'd really like a Mk6 R with the same mods as mine but it seems to much hassle!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: th3_f15t on January 31, 2015, 03:38:36 pm
I'd really like a Mk6 R with the same mods as mine but it seems to much hassle!

I'm the same way. The thought of replacing my mk5 with a mk6 R always makes me wonder how much better life would be to just do a 4wd conversion. Lets face it, that's only reason to consider a mk6 R over anything else.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on January 31, 2015, 03:40:44 pm
That's me!  A few things still in the pipeline but am still enjoying it.

I'd really like a Mk6 R with the same mods as mine but it seems to much hassle!

And then you really would need a bigger turbo, as it would feel dead compared to yours.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 31, 2015, 04:05:07 pm
Indeed.

Tiptoeing around turn one in that clip after a big slide in the morning.  :ashamed:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 01, 2015, 08:38:30 pm
Booked in with Deep Shine Detail for a light correction and a load of protection.

Dropping it off just before I go to Gibraltar for work, give me something to look forward to! :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Neilgti on February 01, 2015, 09:20:07 pm
Booked in with Deep Shine Detail for a light correction and a load of protection.

Dropping it off just before I go to Gibraltar for work, give me something to look forward to! :laugh:

Protection package and free storage  :wink: bonus  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 01, 2015, 09:25:13 pm

I wish, free! Haha
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: damoegan on February 02, 2015, 07:31:08 pm
Gib has realy changed over the last couple of years, some very nice places to drink  :drinking:

My uncle live 5 min walk over the border and I visit every other year  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 02, 2015, 07:38:07 pm

I may have a look over he border. If I have time. Can be erratic how smooth the border crossing goes by the sounds of it.

Can't wait to see the car after Adi & Carlo have worked their Magic on it, dripping wet shine with bags of protection!

Then either to @vRSAlex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1981) at AKS for TTE420 &  Helix clutch or into storage till I get back from Falklands.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: 56OctyVRS on February 02, 2015, 10:20:10 pm
If you need storage.  I have plenty of space outside my house  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 02, 2015, 10:26:19 pm

She needs shelter!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bignod00 on February 03, 2015, 07:32:05 am

She needs shelter!
Garage for rent cheap at mine pal! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 03, 2015, 07:39:01 am
Drop me a text & let me know what cheap is  :love:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: damoegan on February 03, 2015, 06:50:06 pm
Border crossing is a right PITA right now  :fighting:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bignod00 on February 07, 2015, 04:22:01 pm
Nice to see you yesterday buddy, even though it was as brief as usual! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 07, 2015, 04:42:57 pm

The briefest encounter yet! Brieflyet Ben for the 1st time in person after all the online conversations too.

Looking forward to seeing her done already :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bignod00 on February 07, 2015, 04:47:45 pm
Ha, yeah buddy......was stupidly brief! :happy2:

Hopefully I'll manage to catch up with you when we're both between det's!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2015, 06:56:30 am
The first stages of a light correction & protection at Deepshine Detail.

Can't wait to see it in the flesh.  Plan is to swap the TDs for another set of Turinis, probably in anthracite.  :evilgrin:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fdeep_shine_detail%2FF65B0EAE-62AE-474E-8D57-0CD6B85EDA5F_zps1lca9fv6.jpg&hash=32acdd46728721eae3b8bcbadbd21d8aadc59292)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fdeep_shine_detail%2F54B5E357-549A-4861-90D8-246F5702C8F2_zpszhbrh6me.jpg&hash=f578caa98073f789c8411b6e52d9c3ec57aadcb2)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: 56OctyVRS on February 13, 2015, 08:34:18 am
How much is it for that work as Deep shine are literally a 20 min drive from my house and I need my cars paintwork sorting.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2015, 08:51:27 am

The prices are on Deepshine webpage but if your local its definitely worth taking the car to Adi & Carlo ( @monte (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=878) ).  They pretty much tailor the package to what you require
& budget

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bignod00 on February 13, 2015, 11:11:34 am
Exactly what Mike said, get yourself down there and see the lads......I'm down there most days annoying them and stealing Brews! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 13, 2015, 04:22:09 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fdeep_shine_detail%2F147EE5AA-256E-406C-8CE3-AF2C00FC012C_zpsey01zqga.jpg&hash=a75a5c05cb71f8a8f9e0cbb2d739ac3d4e927071)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: grchmason on February 14, 2015, 12:37:54 am
Great thread and really enjoyed reading through it all  :notworthy:

Can I ask have you a link were to buy the Mic for the gopro please??
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 15, 2015, 02:02:00 pm
What are people's thoughts on the Cup Sport 2? My Federals probably have a couple / few Trackdays left in them to be honest but I'm bored, stuck out in Gibraltar & feeling sorry for myself after feeling ill for a week lol.

I doubt it comes with a lot of tread but I can't find out exactly how much. Comes in 235/40/18.

There's also the AD08R. The AD08 seemed great on @Neilgti (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1306) s Mk6 track car  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 15, 2015, 02:03:29 pm

Been looking for cheep storage near me to keep the car out of the elements while I'm shipped of to Falklands this year but my end up having to leave her in the hangar at work
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on February 15, 2015, 11:41:25 pm
a048s  :happy2:

Those will cheer you up
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: TaylorGTi on February 15, 2015, 11:44:34 pm
Treat yourself to the Falklands! I was nearly flying off to Iraq lol!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bignod00 on February 16, 2015, 06:58:45 am
^^^^^^I am! :(
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: TaylorGTi on February 16, 2015, 10:00:17 am
Ahh what reg you at?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Pikey Motorsports on February 16, 2015, 02:03:30 pm
There's a 595rs-RR on the way apparently

I didn't like the ad08s
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: danishmkvgti on February 16, 2015, 02:56:46 pm
There's a 595rs-RR on the way apparently

I didn't like the ad08s

I have the R888R on the way  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Pikey Motorsports on February 16, 2015, 03:07:52 pm
Are they released in uk now
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: danishmkvgti on February 16, 2015, 06:52:14 pm
Are they released in uk now

In Denmark they are ;)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rex on February 18, 2015, 07:02:22 pm
The first stages of a light correction & protection at Deepshine Detail.

Can't wait to see it in the flesh.  Plan is to swap the TDs for another set of Turinis, probably in anthracite.  :evilgrin:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fdeep_shine_detail%2FF65B0EAE-62AE-474E-8D57-0CD6B85EDA5F_zps1lca9fv6.jpg&hash=32acdd46728721eae3b8bcbadbd21d8aadc59292)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fdeep_shine_detail%2F54B5E357-549A-4861-90D8-246F5702C8F2_zpszhbrh6me.jpg&hash=f578caa98073f789c8411b6e52d9c3ec57aadcb2)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fdeep_shine_detail%2F34C13BFD-4E50-442F-81D2-327E2A655473_zpszarxtdmn.jpg&hash=4506bfeb01a8ae2a2a9d2e1107083fd73d367ef1)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2Fdeep_shine_detail%2FEBE115C7-E78B-48E8-92AF-6F44CD71A4A2_zps1rds6hb9.jpg&hash=ecb107f622540878a012d0f17b28b79b18d3ed65)

Great job!
 :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 18, 2015, 07:06:36 pm

Thanks Vlad, can't wait to see it finished!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Neilgti on February 20, 2015, 07:23:06 pm

Been looking for cheep storage near me to keep the car out of the elements while I'm shipped of to Falklands this year but my end up having to leave her in the hangar at work

Space in the garage waiting for ya pal  :happy2:
Slung the wife's UP out,  and yours will keep the R company  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 20, 2015, 08:48:40 pm
 :love: :love:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 28, 2015, 08:32:11 pm

Collected the car from Adi & @monte (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=878) today. Outstanding job, bags of protection on the paint, wheels & glass with a great shine :)

Gonna squeeze a Trackday in soon then she's into storage for 6 months while I'm overseas :(

When I get back its; Helix clutch & WMI install from Alex @ AKS, Carbon bootlid & paint. Then a couple more Trackdays before Xmas :)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fdeep_shine_detail%2Fcompleted%2FCC5BBF36-9680-45C1-AF30-10826F15B151_zpsnpriekzc.jpg&hash=5e157abd5e02566413040577d612af9cedeaa595)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fdeep_shine_detail%2Fcompleted%2F7D47B56E-0572-4264-AE66-C83FCFC75670_zpsa0y5fbfs.jpg&hash=6b87ae444fd2fa4f8967a524cd3ed7dfd9dd1681)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fdeep_shine_detail%2Fcompleted%2F386FB5D0-3520-44F3-97C1-A7EF2A3CE30B_zpszaah495l.jpg&hash=d3d13d4b41049059d0190eae2735a7ed6aaa3cf8)

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(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fdeep_shine_detail%2Fcompleted%2FD8C645C9-F3FE-4810-872C-472D96386AC4_zpspw6frd1j.jpg&hash=ab29d43acf39c987863cf67d60cac3d35179385a)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fdeep_shine_detail%2Fcompleted%2F85959B37-7A3B-464A-848C-D302580A650C_zpsybwq0pjl.jpg&hash=a8797ab110a0bcabc0dedbd0433d744d6b66700a)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fdeep_shine_detail%2Fcompleted%2F60CB85B4-8BE0-491D-A51C-7E8AA1582600_zpsbdrmrq39.jpg&hash=39a662379b35e8be5450c73f9e9e00f762090b5f)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fdeep_shine_detail%2Fcompleted%2F51B06BB6-673C-4057-8C40-EBBAC7B651B6_zpsrtaesoud.jpg&hash=7e90b32ef589be47d6d3f1892f915490ae913d40)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fdeep_shine_detail%2Fcompleted%2FFD386705-4CB0-434B-945A-38D341582E5B_zpsftxdiehu.jpg&hash=e64a65931e07c1762f85af06f5463c4ab8b65025)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bernhard30 on February 28, 2015, 10:52:56 pm
Car looks fab Mike..just grey them Turinis up mate.
I think it will 'complete the stunning'.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 28, 2015, 11:24:11 pm

Going to buy an anthracite set :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 03, 2015, 09:31:24 am

http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?p=4832753
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: usmangti on March 03, 2015, 09:56:59 am

http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?p=4832753

Always great write ups from Adi at deepshine detail. I enjoy reading his threads. Car looks fantastic btw!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 03, 2015, 10:01:14 am

Thanks matey. Bloody rained on the drive home lol. Didn't have to use my wipers though with all the Gtechnic on the glass lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: xjay1337 on March 03, 2015, 12:02:20 pm
Looks good  :happy2: :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 09, 2015, 06:24:19 pm

Ordered a new rear section for my BCS system. The twin centre exit. Ordered the Cupra R valance too.  It attaches to the existing valance. Then re painted gloss black.

Probably be ordering a carbon fibre tailgate and having it painted red.

I'm away for 6 months but when I return it's going to Alex at AKS for a helix clutch and WMI install finished.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Neilgti on March 09, 2015, 06:37:49 pm

Ordered a new rear section for my BCS system. The twin centre exit. Ordered the Cupra R valance too.  It attaches to the existing valance. Then re painted gloss black.

Probably be ordering a carbon fibre tailgate and having it painted red.

I'm away for 6 months but when I return it's going to Alex at AKS for a helix clutch and WMI install finished.

Think you need a bit more weight in the back, not losing it !!   if Rockingham is anything to go by  :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 09, 2015, 06:41:48 pm

Just need to keep my toe down next time, you can sit in the back haha
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Neilgti on March 09, 2015, 06:49:16 pm
Haha that would be interesting  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 09, 2015, 06:52:49 pm

Could always use a slightly softer setting on the struts and arbs. 

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Neilgti on March 09, 2015, 07:01:46 pm

Could always use a slightly softer setting on the struts and arbs.

Atleast I wont bang about so much in the boot  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: teo_parvu on March 28, 2015, 08:05:43 pm
OMG man, that is an awesome ride!
How did all that stuff fit into one Cupra!  :laugh:

Congrats!  :congrats:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 28, 2015, 08:11:43 pm
OMG man, that is an awesome ride!
How did all that stuff fit into one Cupra!  :laugh:

Congrats!  :congrats:

Thank you!

The plan is replace clutch kit, 155fprv, WMI install finished, ko4 hybrid, Tyrolsport subframe lock kit in October. Probably with a sprinkle of RTech custom software (with Apr the car is rapid but have been trying to get a CEL mapped out for a while now with no joy so will see what Rtech mapping can do.)

I will be happy to class the car as a finished package then.

Ooh have CupraR twin centre exit ordered and CupraR valance :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: teo_parvu on March 28, 2015, 08:16:27 pm
All I can say is "woow!"
Tyrolsport subframe lock kit is on my list too. ;)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Neilgti on May 04, 2015, 07:56:33 am
She's all tucked up Mike in the newly formed Mancave  :happy2:

From this
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2F2015-03%2FMan_Cave%2F8924E150-33A7-47CE-A9D6-9DCD7DCBD60E_zpsqm8gxui9.jpg&hash=a5807959c095074fb1cdcace169ab02fec04358b)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bignod00 on May 04, 2015, 08:55:57 am
Best garage ever......I'm so jealous Neil! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Neilgti on May 04, 2015, 09:06:13 am
Best garage ever......I'm so jealous Neil! :happy2:

Cheers Matt,
Your up early after a big night in Grimsby  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bignod00 on May 04, 2015, 09:17:43 am
I got scared and had to keep checking the car hadn't been stolen from outside! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Gti_Mad on May 04, 2015, 11:41:25 am
Jealous of that garage Neil  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 04, 2015, 04:22:14 pm

I got so much love for the VAG Cave !
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Andy on May 04, 2015, 09:00:42 pm
very nice garage Neil
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: joms6r on May 05, 2015, 03:33:08 pm
Major garage envy there!  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 03, 2015, 12:36:19 am
Nothing really to report...

Just bought @Jussa (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=2225) 's 90mm BCS DP, going to sell my 3" BCS DP.

Ordering a TTE420 turbo this summer, Helix clutch kit, USP Clutch pipe mod kit, AKS custom WMI install, Tyrol Sport dead set kit, injector check and possible service, 155FPRV and some magic from @vRSAlex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1981) at AKS ready for Rtech Mapping.

Not after peak figures at all, would like a shade more power than I have now (noticeable on the butt dyno) but as linear and tractable as possible.  Should make for a fast, fun, safe package!  Ready for 2016 track day season.

Back from the Falklands in Oct, if I haven't complained to anyone here yet, It's the bleakest place Ive ever had to spend time lol...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: cupra.al on June 04, 2015, 06:30:40 pm
Is that 90mm down pipe a special order part?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: RICKITSRPERFORMANCE on June 11, 2015, 10:08:00 am
just flicking through your build buddy that is one seriously specced up leon :notworthy:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Disco stew on June 11, 2015, 11:03:19 am
I haven't heard of a 90- :driver:mm DP bore either, sounds like it will be a special part perhaps?

Will sound epic, video will be required!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: danishmkvgti on June 11, 2015, 02:15:43 pm
I haven't heard of a 90- :driver:mm DP bore either, sounds like it will be a special part perhaps?

Will sound epic, video will be required!

BCS is working on a full 90mm/3,5" TBE for this platform.
The downpipe is possible to order at Nige as i understand it :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Neilgti on June 18, 2015, 07:47:16 pm
Well after the 235's were catching on the R after I fitted the Superpro arms, thought Id try a tyre swap, Should get a bit more grip now Mike :) no problems with catching on yours and to make sure I took her for a spin around a few roundabouts lol
Fills the arches nicely too !
I do feel raped tho..... Hankooks for Cup 2s lol :)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on June 18, 2015, 08:10:21 pm
Are they good tyres? Looking at them next or maybe yoko ad08r  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Neilgti on June 18, 2015, 08:15:01 pm
Yes there a great all rounder Rich, great on track and good in the wet too,
shame they don't do em in 225s tho
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on June 18, 2015, 08:20:06 pm
http://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/michelin/pilot-sport-cup-2/225-40-zr18-92y-295266
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Neilgti on June 18, 2015, 08:26:45 pm
http://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/michelin/pilot-sport-cup-2/225-40-zr18-92y-295266

I even rang Michelin before i got the 235's they said that they were not in development yet ? that was only 4 mths ago ?
Maybe the adverts wrong ? or they are out now !!

Gonna try these next i think, when the S-Sports are passed it
http://www.toyo.co.uk/tire/pattern/proxes-r888r
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on June 18, 2015, 08:29:40 pm
http://www.camskill.co.uk/m61b2901s134p0/Car_Tyres_-_MPV_Tyres_-_People_Carrier_Tyres_-_18_inch_Michelin_Tyres_Car_Michelin_Pilot_Sport_Cup_2_-_R18_inch_-_225_40_18_225_40R18


Must have been talking rubbish
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Neilgti on June 18, 2015, 08:40:53 pm
http://www.camskill.co.uk/m61b2901s134p0/Car_Tyres_-_MPV_Tyres_-_People_Carrier_Tyres_-_18_inch_Michelin_Tyres_Car_Michelin_Pilot_Sport_Cup_2_-_R18_inch_-_225_40_18_225_40R18


Must have been talking rubbish

Tossers  :sad1: 
nobody had stock of the 235 apart from oponeo at the time either, common as muck now  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 23, 2015, 02:55:25 am

Helix SMF 6Paddle kit & TTE420 ordered...  Ordering new Vibratechnics mounts, Tyrol Sport deadset kit and 155Bar FPRV next week. 

WMI kit is sat at AKS, as is my 90mm BCS De-Cat DP.  Ready for surgery when I get back home
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 23, 2015, 03:01:59 am

Thinking about buying C12 TOU from DVLA too. 'Christou'  Shame CH51 TOU isn't available.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: toosmiles on June 23, 2015, 12:41:58 pm

Helix SMF 6Paddle kit & TTE420 ordered...  Ordering new Vibratechnics mounts, Tyrol Sport deadset kit and 155Bar FPRV next week. 

WMI kit is sat at AKS, as is my 90mm BCS De-Cat DP.  Ready for surgery when I get back home
perfect mike,youve been waiting a while for all this to come together,will all the work be done for when you get home?
now thats something worth waiting for :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: teo_parvu on June 23, 2015, 03:08:27 pm
Wooow! Congrats Mike!  :driver:
Can't wait for some track videos after these. :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 23, 2015, 11:52:43 pm


Helix SMF 6Paddle kit & TTE420 ordered...  Ordering new Vibratechnics mounts, Tyrol Sport deadset kit and 155Bar FPRV next week. 

WMI kit is sat at AKS, as is my 90mm BCS De-Cat DP.  Ready for surgery when I get back home
perfect mike,youve been waiting a while for all this to come together,will all the work be done for when you get home?
now thats something worth waiting for :evilgrin:

Plan is to get it booked in when I get back.  If Alex has time and space, I could always get it down there while Im away :-)  Waiting on a reply to my email to @Mr Gower (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=2179) about the mapping  :popcornsoda:

Wooow! Congrats Mike!  :driver:
Can't wait for some track videos after these. :party:

I can't wait to get another trackday booked!

Im thinking of doing Oulton Park and Anglesy over 2 days :-)  Late November.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 18, 2015, 12:26:29 pm

Dilemna;

Carbon tailgate or a pair of Recaro Pole positions?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: cupra.al on July 18, 2015, 01:06:30 pm
carbon tailgate. :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on July 18, 2015, 01:14:36 pm
Both. But seats first IMO
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: th3_f15t on July 18, 2015, 01:17:22 pm
Seats will be a bigger weight saving and also be loosing weight from the centre of the car so should have more of an impact on performance than a carbon tail gate.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: teo_parvu on July 19, 2015, 12:09:07 pm
Seats ;)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: dansmith180 on July 19, 2015, 01:52:25 pm
Gotta be seats
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 22, 2015, 08:32:07 pm

Helix SMF clutch kit, BCS 90mm DP, BCS CupraR twin centre exit tailpipes & Cupra R rear valance, WMI kit at AKS ready fitting

TTE420 sorted today, Ordering Fluid Dampr and 155bar fuel return valve, tomorrow.

Decided on a pair of Recaro Pole Positions too

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 22, 2015, 08:36:36 pm

Erm wheel bearings, engine internals, Erm think that's it lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: teo_parvu on July 22, 2015, 09:20:36 pm
OMG! That's a bomb!  :laugh:
Can't wait to see it properly tested on a track.  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on July 23, 2015, 08:49:22 am
Is there any point in the fluiddamper? Benefits?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 23, 2015, 09:59:24 am

Point is I don't have one yet haha

It's meant to lessen the noise of the SMF. I'll report back what I think
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: teo_parvu on July 23, 2015, 10:09:13 am
...and will keep the rpms up during shifting but the downside is that it will reduce engine brake.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 23, 2015, 10:16:35 am
Two things that I should be able to notice the difference on track  :happy2: :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: danishmkvgti on July 23, 2015, 08:16:11 pm

Point is I don't have one yet haha

It's meant to lessen the noise of the SMF. I'll report back what I think

Sorry Mike, it doesn't  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: vRSAlex on July 24, 2015, 12:06:33 pm

Point is I don't have one yet haha

It's meant to lessen the noise of the SMF. I'll report back what I think

Sorry Mike, it doesn't  :sad1:

Does a little bit on some cars.  Also helps with the harmonics of the engine.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: zilla_8 on July 27, 2015, 08:07:36 pm
Hi mike, love reading about your exploits on your car.

Very interesting and informative.

Can't wait for the next thrilling instalment of the money pit!

Keep it up!


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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 27, 2015, 10:07:39 pm
Hi mike, love reading about your exploits on your car.

Very interesting and informative.

Can't wait for the next thrilling instalment of the money pit!

Keep it up!


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Cheers dude :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: 56OctyVRS on August 02, 2015, 08:08:25 pm

Point is I don't have one yet haha

It's meant to lessen the noise of the SMF. I'll report back what I think

SMF too noisey. Must get louder exhaust and intake to drown out the SMF  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rex on August 04, 2015, 04:40:57 pm
Carbon tailgate or a pair of Recaro Pole positions?

Recaro Pole Position!!!

I don't know how other seats are but these are very comfortable. The support is top class, as you would expect.
The sides are a bit too high but you might find lower sides from Raeder Motorsport (I intend to contact them regarding this).
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 20, 2015, 12:28:40 pm
Little mini mod in the form of a Brodit ProClip phone mount;

Had to scratch some flocking off as part of fitting which was a bit nerve wrecking  :scared:

It's in a good place for speed camera alerts / maps and Harrys lap timer :)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: xjay1337 on October 20, 2015, 12:42:42 pm
Hi mike
If memory serves me you are now back in the UK?
if so welcome back sir :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 20, 2015, 12:46:34 pm

Thanks buddy :)

Got back a week or so ago then headed to Disneyland for 5 days :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Andy on October 20, 2015, 12:55:12 pm
Good to see you back Mike hope you had a good holiday
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 20, 2015, 01:07:12 pm

Cheers andy!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 20, 2015, 06:15:54 pm

Car had been delivered to Alex for a few bits and pieces;

Health check, new helix clutch, TTE420, millers oil change, dual port WMI kit, 90mm Decat dp, fluid dampr, Tyrol sport dead set kit, CupraR rear valance & BCS CupraR twin centre exit and probably a few bits I've forgotten....

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: dansmith180 on October 20, 2015, 06:39:49 pm
Just a few bits and pieces then yeah?  :laugh:  :laugh:

Love this car already and its only getting better  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Shoduchi on October 20, 2015, 07:10:24 pm

Car had been delivered to Alex for a few bits and pieces;

Health check, new helix clutch, TTE420, millers oil change, dual port WMI kit, 90mm Decat dp, fluid dampr, Tyrol sport dead set kit, CupraR rear valance & BCS CupraR twin centre exit and probably a few bits I've forgotten....

You don't mess around much, that's some serious list of parts you've got there to be fitted. Bignod will have a good match to his Cupra R. :grin:

I hope you can do some track time together to test your machines. :wink:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 20, 2015, 08:08:52 pm

This round of mods was planed last xmas but with the bulk of this year been spent away from home I decided to wait until this winter. Ready for spring and the start of the next Trackday season!

Matt & I will have a very naughty pair of Cupras!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 20, 2015, 08:23:46 pm

Forgot 155bar valve and polar fis lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: fab5freddy on October 20, 2015, 08:37:36 pm
Welcome back Mike  :happy2:

Nice round of mods on the go there  :evilgrin:

I'm eyeing up the TTE420 also, is it just the 155 bar valve needed for the fuelling or do you have to do the LPFP as well?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 20, 2015, 08:51:06 pm
Not sure on that one matey. @vRSAlex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1981)  ?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 20, 2015, 09:05:33 pm

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Bignod00 on October 20, 2015, 09:10:02 pm


Matt & I will have a very naughty pair of Cupras!

We will indeed my good man!!! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 23, 2015, 10:20:37 am
Like a kid at Christmas atm. Trying not to badger Alex for updates!

I have a feeling the AKS Clutch pipe mod won't arrive in time but have my fingers crossed!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: olethalb on October 23, 2015, 10:23:46 am
clutch pipe mod?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 23, 2015, 10:29:20 am
It's a stainless pipe kit that replaces the pipe that is prone to popping out in one or two places when using updated clutches.

Mine has never done it but I'm using a stiffer clutch this time so it's a precautionary/ future proof upgrade.

It's the same idea as the USP offering but developed and made in the Uk for AKS
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: olethalb on October 23, 2015, 11:04:07 am
sounds good, my helix is a little stiffer than stock but never heard of this mod may look into it  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 24, 2015, 05:35:34 pm

Some stuff happened  :scared:

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rex on October 25, 2015, 03:38:30 pm
 :grin:. You, my friend are nuts  :happy2: :happy2: :happy2: :happy2:!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 30, 2015, 09:25:51 pm

Having a bit of a nightmare atm.

The manifold studs are seized in the head, the head gasket showed signs of weeping and the bores signs of slight wear.

All this despite me being anally retentive when it comes to the running and maintenance of the car.

So before the next round of mods can be completed, New uprated head gasket, uprated head bolts, bores honed and new piston rings.  I always joked that the only thing not brand new on the car was the internals, now the bores will be all new again.

Better be amazing this hybrid malarky!  :driver:

Will stick a couple of pics up when Ive finished feeling sorry for myself lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on October 30, 2015, 11:51:45 pm
Over bored to 82.1 and new pistons and rods.  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 30, 2015, 11:58:00 pm

It crossed my mind but I don't think I can afford it :'(
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on October 31, 2015, 12:01:30 am
Can you afford NOT to do it?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 31, 2015, 12:05:26 am

I see where this is going lol.

I simply can't afford to do it lol.

Not going for loads of torque and will never fit anything bigger than the TTE hybrid
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on October 31, 2015, 12:08:54 am
 :sad1:

You'll always want more, that's the way.  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 31, 2015, 12:12:39 am

Nah, she's done now. 0:-)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: jhook661 on October 31, 2015, 04:20:58 pm
Mike what engine code have you got .?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 31, 2015, 04:28:55 pm

BWJ mate
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: dansmith180 on October 31, 2015, 04:46:19 pm
Shame to hear that mate, at least once its done you know that everything is ready to go. Really hoping I don't get the same issue with mine  :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 31, 2015, 04:56:09 pm

Will be as good as new when it's back together :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: vRSAlex on November 02, 2015, 08:31:14 am
Over bored to 82.1 and new pistons and rods.  :innocent:

Stock bore size is 82.5. To overbore would mean going to 83mm.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on November 02, 2015, 08:33:38 am
Oops. You know what I meant  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 02, 2015, 08:59:11 am
Over bored to 82.1 and new pistons and rods.  :innocent:

 

Stock bore size is 82.5. To overbore would mean going to 83mm.


You're never in already  :surprised:   :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: dansmith180 on November 02, 2015, 09:22:18 am
Over bored to 82.1 and new pistons and rods.  :innocent:

 

Stock bore size is 82.5. To overbore would mean going to 83mm.


You're never in already
  :surprised:   :innocent:

That's what all the girls say  :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 02, 2015, 09:26:01 pm
Some more stuff happened;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_for_tte420%2F9997995B-FF4F-4E44-BFE3-58725D09554A_zpspuuvrej4.jpg&hash=2dcd68b80913bf894e2db57ea42636b264d13958)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_for_tte420%2F3A2270DC-8979-4436-A03F-6CD855A4BB03_zps7ylen6mm.jpg&hash=1ae15ddf53c1be6d1b9cc66c65d882be6eea905d)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_for_tte420%2FEFC183EA-D365-4728-A64F-DE4567C778DD_zpsgoy59tjz.jpg&hash=4138afba617b22beb95bc0085226f622983844e9)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_for_tte420%2F3A539508-DD7D-46C4-AA37-3F2135D1FE79_zpsnoswom4s.jpg&hash=4a52420e46f45fecbbf1b77cd30ae6ad8a8fbaaa)

 :scared: :scared:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: toosmiles on November 03, 2015, 01:04:07 pm
oh no mike,hope its nothing nasty found now youve gone deeper
shame its not been forged :innocent: but will be like a new build and new turbo etc so will be unreal m8 :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: xjay1337 on November 03, 2015, 08:04:07 pm
Once it's back together, she'll be all good :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 03, 2015, 08:13:10 pm

Some more stuff happened;

Facelift Cupra R valance

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_for_tte420%2F82A495E1-61D7-4842-A518-1CF127270E4B_zpsov1ehtmc.jpg&hash=1e4d2ed138a04a83d959e356184c760fda52ecdc)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_for_tte420%2F7EE8E64B-EF4D-413D-A0D1-B89EBBCD1D38_zps3lck0iec.jpg&hash=db71588196a84c817591e889729e57cc9a79a24a)

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Powervalve Nige on November 04, 2015, 11:00:31 am
mmmmmmmm  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 04, 2015, 11:03:23 am
mmmmmmmm  :happy2:

I haven't even seen my new rear section @nige bcs (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=331) so that will be a suprise!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Powervalve Nige on November 04, 2015, 11:53:40 am
mmmmmmmm  :happy2:

I haven't even seen my new rear section @nige bcs (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=331) so that will be a suprise!

Can't wait  :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Deako on November 04, 2015, 11:24:16 pm
Going all out again Mike. You hoping to drive it at all after all this work? ;)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Neilgti on November 08, 2015, 06:52:02 pm
oh no mike,hope its nothing nasty found now youve gone deeper
shame its not been forged :innocent: but will be like a new build and new turbo etc so will be unreal m8 :driver:

Mikes never been deep in his life  :laugh: :P :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 15, 2015, 09:23:12 pm
Some more stuff happened...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_for_tte420%2FB2AA25B2-B6DE-47EF-90C5-719DF443EA9B_zpseatpcnhd.jpg&hash=6fa9d5f9865dd58c9327efbe3ff5a01d5725aa61)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_for_tte420%2FD7595680-F410-4439-8151-D28996BFD3D2_zps70qkvm9e.jpg&hash=58f962b6c43d3f0ab33fa8e5c892ecc3864be98c)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_for_tte420%2FB7ED7AFB-5AA5-49C4-A483-C21608B9B866_zps4b6pyl1q.jpg&hash=faf7c6055ef0d35b2fe023e152b4bdb41e4b0a56)

Bores honed and new rings. Head skimmed and ready for new Uprated gasket.  Seized manifold studs drilled out.



Now the planned work can go ahead!

Engine will be like new.

In other news I listed the Turinis for sale on the 5x112 wheels for sale page on Facebook.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: dansmith180 on November 15, 2015, 09:58:01 pm
Good to see this coming along Mike, you sure you don't wanna buy my TD 1,2's?  :evilgrin: I doubt ET40's would rub I had 8j ET37's (ET48 with 11mm spacers) and 225 Michelin PSS on track whilst pretty low and never touched one. My arches are rolled though.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 15, 2015, 10:19:00 pm

It's a risk. I've got 235 Michelin Cup 2's they really fill the arches. I get away with et45 TDs

Plan is to sell the Turinis to free up some cash and get some nice strong light wheels later next year.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 20, 2015, 01:36:38 pm

Alex did away with some gubbins on the alternator bracket.

I deleted the a/c some time ago so he's cut away the stuff thats not required. Maybe saved a kilo lol, tidier and more room to get to stuff.

The one on the left is for comparison, mine is on the right;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2F12250775_10153788014057244_1781301185_o_zpsphnsxuht.jpg&hash=198cb7de77ed4f271617173c0c595d6f25c4f887)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 20, 2015, 10:30:11 pm

Just ordered 3 titanium bolts for the hpfp 0:)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on November 21, 2015, 12:16:12 am
That 4 gram weigh saving should give you a 0.00000000000000007 second lap advantage.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 21, 2015, 07:29:23 am

I thought they'd look pretty lol.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Orc on November 21, 2015, 08:04:49 am
Keep thinking of doing the ac delete but for the daily comfort of defrosting the screen a whole lot better, I'm just not sure.

Looks great tho dude  :congrats:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 21, 2015, 08:12:50 am

There is the de misting situation but the plan is to fit a heated screen.  The car doesn't get used that much over winter either.

Does anyone else hide a couple of those de humidifier packs in the car over winter or is it just the cheap Seats that let moisture gather inside? lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: s3dubbin on November 21, 2015, 04:21:42 pm
Audi's get it as well. I haven't started using the dehumidifier packs yet but my s3 is murder for misting. I was out in it last night for first time in couple of weeks, heaters full boost for about 40miles, parked it up and within 5mins every window had it again.

Stevie.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 16, 2015, 08:16:17 pm
Literally no change with the car.

Bought a TTS engine cover to cheer myself up & stop water ingress

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2Frecent_purhases%2FEC99E6ED-B928-4A97-B557-A719D2894D7A_zpsxvazcnjq.jpg&hash=4f914451c3c538760363a3f986ff8612bf59810b)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: doylebros on December 16, 2015, 08:25:08 pm
Literally no change with the car.

Bought a TTS engine cover to cheer myself up & stop water ingress

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2Frecent_purhases%2FEC99E6ED-B928-4A97-B557-A719D2894D7A_zpsxvazcnjq.jpg&hash=4f914451c3c538760363a3f986ff8612bf59810b)
Best type of medicine beats drugs any day!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: xjay1337 on December 16, 2015, 11:52:19 pm
TTS engine cover is so nice

Like the engine mounts too despite what big chin says.  :star: :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Deako on December 17, 2015, 04:12:12 am
I might be able to get some pics up of my TTS engine cover progress soon. Got some more flatting before top coat goes on.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 17, 2015, 07:15:34 am
TTS engine cover is so nice

Like the engine mounts too despite what big chin says.  :star: :popcornsoda:

Engine mounts?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: dan930 on December 17, 2015, 08:21:09 am
TTS engine cover is so nice

Like the engine mounts too despite what big chin says.  :star: :popcornsoda:

Engine mounts?

I think old matey meant the ac brackets
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 17, 2015, 08:28:49 am
TTS engine cover is so nice

Like the engine mounts too despite what big chin says.  :star: :popcornsoda:

Engine mounts?

I think old matey meant the ac brackets

Ah! @rich83 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=709) are you big chin? Lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on December 17, 2015, 08:50:39 am
Yes. And Jayz is "dumbf*ck"
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: xjay1337 on December 17, 2015, 11:17:19 am
Yeah sorry AC mount i was trying to type and play call of duty!  :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 17, 2015, 01:49:10 pm
The AKS clutch stainless hard pipes are nearly ready. Been a long time in waiting!  @vRSAlex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1981) fitted his with a metal bleed block yesterday  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: xjay1337 on December 17, 2015, 02:03:28 pm
I'd like the metal pipes! Pics?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 17, 2015, 02:15:41 pm
I'd like the metal pipes! Pics?

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2F921C2FF9-5A63-4967-8464-DA636669ED0E_zpspxb65ctn.jpg&hash=5d6c38b79089611471e3609a664aa308fe2705fb)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FMods%2FBA41FA00-525D-46CF-B728-E6032E8491DD_zpsrn9ll1co.jpg&hash=be4f529743ba250ea565b74b72854e7e47f4af76)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: xjay1337 on January 19, 2016, 12:15:27 pm
Oooooh, shiney fittings

*rubs trouser leg*
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 19, 2016, 01:22:53 pm

I forgot about them lol
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 17, 2016, 01:37:42 pm
She's going back together...  :laugh:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2F389249E0-CE54-430A-A303-AC00267167EF_zpssehhxny1.jpg&hash=67277abdbec57cfab59a0f012067f58eff14496d)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2FIMG_4696_zpstx3zpdub.jpg&hash=3ffbc725f0cb5ee9644fd76ab0c7932a69501dd5)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2FIMG_4698_zpsvscblcq0.jpg&hash=ff6418bd387280064add36ce182979ac535992d3)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2FIMG_4699_zpske7nhejl.jpg&hash=847300c4fbdb100d387b78194294471d3192753c)

Going to be brand new!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: xjay1337 on February 17, 2016, 01:39:02 pm
Alex forgot to tell you he put a big score line in your cylinder liners.  :innocent:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Shoduchi on February 17, 2016, 01:56:50 pm
Great news! I'm sure you can't wait to have it back. :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: toosmiles on February 17, 2016, 03:10:35 pm
 :pomppomp: :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 17, 2016, 08:06:09 pm
And 2 steps back, one of the new rings supplied was defective and snapped during installation.  New set of rings ordered :-/ ......
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on February 17, 2016, 08:25:18 pm
You don't have much luck.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 17, 2016, 08:31:40 pm
You don't have much any luck.

 :sick: :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: xjay1337 on February 18, 2016, 11:28:05 am
ahh sh*te mate. :(

sorry to hear.

ETA on the new rings??
at least it snapped when fitting rather than when everything was back together.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 18, 2016, 11:42:28 am

They were my exact 2 thoughts, how long and thank god it didn't fail on the dyno...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Orc on February 23, 2016, 07:38:49 am
Hey Mike,
Why the upgrade just for reliability?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 27, 2016, 04:44:43 pm

How do you mean @Orc (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=9637) ?

Replacement rings turned up, pistons re-fitted.  Balance shaft delete has been done on the oil pump, which hopefully will improve reliability.

Head had to go back to machine shop to have valve seats cut as the valves couldn't be lapped in due to wear / pitting.  Im fuxxing baffled as to how the engine is in such a state after the maintenance regime it's had.

Not sure if the injectors are back from inspection / cleaning yet.

Gonna try and flog the trackway I had booked end of March as chances are the car won't be running in time.  Never really felt more like more like selling up.

What would a 420hp, freshly rebuild motor with a sorted chassis go for?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on February 27, 2016, 04:55:38 pm
Well if you are thinking of selling up dont put the tte420 on it. Waste of time.

I wanna get rid too... want a barge to waft along it.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 27, 2016, 05:01:19 pm

I'm hoping when it's finished it's so good I love it.  1st drama that occurs I'll probably want to torch it
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on February 27, 2016, 05:03:16 pm
Yeah I keep hoping that with mine too... and it still pisses me off. Just annoys me more that anything these days.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 27, 2016, 05:06:33 pm
Not driven this in anger since Mid Feb last year  :sad1:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on February 27, 2016, 05:07:55 pm
Jesus... I dont know how/why you keep it to be honest.

Youd be better fogging it, buying an mx5 and actually using it on track days  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 27, 2016, 05:14:48 pm

Did a track day a year ago, then went to the Falklands till October.  Gave it a run to Paris in October, then dropped it off for surgery
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: toosmiles on February 27, 2016, 07:28:40 pm
hopefully the love for it will come back when you test drive it with the TTE on mike :happy2:
similar situation myself thinking i should get a little quick run around then buy a sorted little track car stripped out for some fun :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 27, 2016, 07:30:48 pm

You're not having any dramas with the R are you, Si?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: toosmiles on February 27, 2016, 07:37:30 pm
apart from ity sat around diong sod all most of the time lol 30 miles in 2 weeks :sad1:
battry problems sorted but a cuople of bits n pieces to mod,install might keep me interested for a bit longer :rolleye:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: dansmith180 on February 28, 2016, 10:11:29 am
Yeah you've got to at least see it finished and go for a proper drive in it before you can decide. I think anybody who modifys this heavily has been there at some point with the frustration. Hard to love something when you haven't driven it for that long, I definitely had some doubts towards the end of my build since I hadn't driven properly for nearly 3 months so can only imagine how you feel. I'm sure when she's done and you give her a good spanking you'll remember exactly why you love her  :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Orc on February 28, 2016, 03:02:27 pm

How do you mean @Orc (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=9637) ?

Replacement rings turned up, pistons re-fitted.  Balance shaft delete has been done on the oil pump, which hopefully will improve reliability.

Head had to go back to machine shop to have valve seats cut as the valves couldn't be lapped in due to wear / pitting.  Im fuxxing baffled as to how the engine is in such a state after the maintenance regime it's had.

Not sure if the injectors are back from inspection / cleaning yet.

Gonna try and flog the trackway I had booked end of March as chances are the car won't be running in time.  Never really felt more like more like selling up.

What would a 420hp, freshly rebuild motor with a sorted chassis go for?
Sorry dude I didn't know if you had blown it up or something?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 28, 2016, 03:30:14 pm
Ah. So...

May or may not have mentioned along the way;

Went in for Clutch, WMI, Fluid Dampr, Turbo swap for TTE420, FPRV swap for 155 bar, AKS braided gearbox lines and Wheel stud swap for ones that aren't totally sh*t and don't rust. (probably a few other bits Ive forgotten)

Alex couldn't get the manifold studs off from my K04, they had seized.  So head had to come off for machine shop to drill them out.
While the head was off, Alex told me that the bores should be honed, so the block had to be stripped and sent to the machine shop too.
Oh that was another gremlin, the valves couldn't be lapped / seated as there was wear and pitting to the valve faces, back to the machine shop.

A piston ring snapped during installation, another setback while a new set were sent out.

Now, as Alex is booked up there's no time for him to stick it all back together so stuck without if for now.  Crank and pistons are back in, valves & springs are back in. 

On the bright side, it will be as new internally and should be great on track.  :driver:

Given me the chance to fit an uprated head gasket, ARP headbolts, TTRS brake MC, Alex had trimmed the alternator bracket to do away with the bit where my a/c pump used to go.

I've sold the Turinis to soften the cost of the unexpected work, which is gutting cause they looked ace on the car.

Sad times
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Orc on February 28, 2016, 03:46:54 pm
Ah, sad times dude, I know what you've been through though as I've done a complete build on mine and havnt driven it for 5 odd months. At Nikis playing now though and looks like all the hard work has paid off, as hit 458hp on the tte420 already with ease. Still a lot to do but should be great on track.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 28, 2016, 04:03:48 pm
Wow :-)

Im really not chasing numbers but looks like it will breeze 400hp.  Just want to get some use out of it!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Orc on February 28, 2016, 04:22:02 pm
Yeah same just want he flow to be there and it to pull to the redline as although my stage2+ was quick I felt around track it ran out of steam around 55/6000 rpm  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 28, 2016, 04:39:12 pm
To be honest mine was a blast and plenty quick enough on track at 2+. I'm an idiot lol

The better exhaust valve springs  :happy2: :happy2:


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2F12772896_10153990205397244_612446634_o_zpsrlfc3pdy.jpg&hash=2c99ca659ca7639a6c66c8bd328c442b8a1f4a1b)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2F12773085_10153990205332244_14343332_o_zpsfha0a9nf.jpg&hash=aaca6baaba5e8085a93fbc7cfad18b1b1a9fa215)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Gti_Mad on February 28, 2016, 04:48:38 pm
Sorry to read ur doubting it Mike, I'm sure ur love it once it's finished, what's an epic build without hic ups tho ??   :rolleye: :rolleye:  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: vRSAlex on February 28, 2016, 05:10:12 pm
Well...

4 studs snapped in the head on removal of the old turbo.  One bolt was also seized into the head where the heatshield/water pipe runs.  Then noticed that the head gasket was weaping oil and water. Popped the engine out to whip the head off. Head gasket had corroded between layers.

Then saw that one of the bores was polished up like a mirror and the others were not so good either. Removed the sump, checked crank float one of the thrust washers had worn.

Head needed the studs removing, the stronger valve springs fitting, new exhaust guides (which was a first) and the exhaust valves were badly pitted so needed cutting too.

For an engine with such little mileage its odd it needed so much work.

It's almost back together but I have another job ahead of Mike's which wasn't even booked in for this much work in the first place so lucky I've even got this far with it working it in around the two jobs booked before it.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Orc on February 28, 2016, 05:23:05 pm
Dedication that Alex  :happy2: . Sort me out with a lsd too dude lol.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 28, 2016, 05:27:51 pm
Well...

4 studs snapped in the head on removal of the old turbo.  One bolt was also seized into the head where the heatshield/water pipe runs.  Then noticed that the head gasket was weaping oil and water. Popped the engine out to whip the head off. Head gasket had corroded between layers.

Then saw that one of the bores was polished up like a mirror and the others were not so good either. Removed the sump, checked crank float one of the thrust washers had worn.

Head needed the studs removing, the stronger valve springs fitting, new exhaust guides (which was a first) and the exhaust valves were badly pitted so needed cutting too.

For an engine with such little mileage its odd it needed so much work.

It's almost back together but I have another job ahead of Mike's which wasn't even booked in for this much work in the first place so lucky I've even got this far with it working it in around the two jobs booked before it.

Absolutely beyond me the state of the engine. Always warmed up and cooled down.  Had more fresh oil that Ive had hot dinners, 1st few years on Aral/BP 102 ron and Tesco 99 Momentum since then.

Did you say the valve coloration looked as though it had been running unusually hot, @vRSAlex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1981) ?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 02, 2016, 12:23:41 am
Some stuff happened  :jumping:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2F5433C9FF-A3C8-4EC2-A585-30C1C7B646FF_zps3yghpbyi.jpg&hash=ce7d7cda9598b05f7e607808f702f3d7a6562cf9)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2F0C4A9730-D2EF-4348-8FC6-AD7213FCEC1B_zpscd5dxlbc.jpg&hash=993ba211b0129e9cccd5121095481ee469f1c93f)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2F3E8DCFA9-0978-48C9-9E6C-56ECE1D2889F_zpsoolsbend.jpg&hash=23cdb7e5f38c41a01f82a261fa4c1d0c5f4396fb)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Shoduchi on March 02, 2016, 11:17:18 am
 :pomppomp: :pomppomp: :pomppomp:

Looking good! :drinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Orc on March 02, 2016, 02:52:56 pm
Aircon, removal bracket love it!!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 02, 2016, 09:29:57 pm
Helix SMF kit on...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2F12810191_10154010320812244_2016822412_o_zpsrq5lvreb.jpg&hash=a7eb38ddc7e67bee7a0fef2ceaaca24725cd3661)

Bought, the kit off Dan @DanGB (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=228) last summer with a couple of hundred miles on it. 
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: rich83 on March 03, 2016, 01:55:38 am
Dedication that Alex  :happy2: . Sort me out with a lsd too dude lol.

Yeah. By dedication do you mean money???  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: danishmkvgti on March 03, 2016, 02:55:34 pm
Well...

4 studs snapped in the head on removal of the old turbo.  One bolt was also seized into the head where the heatshield/water pipe runs.  Then noticed that the head gasket was weaping oil and water. Popped the engine out to whip the head off. Head gasket had corroded between layers.

Then saw that one of the bores was polished up like a mirror and the others were not so good either. Removed the sump, checked crank float one of the thrust washers had worn.

Head needed the studs removing, the stronger valve springs fitting, new exhaust guides (which was a first) and the exhaust valves were badly pitted so needed cutting too.

For an engine with such little mileage its odd it needed so much work.

It's almost back together but I have another job ahead of Mike's which wasn't even booked in for this much work in the first place so lucky I've even got this far with it working it in around the two jobs booked before it.

Absolutely beyond me the state of the engine. Always warmed up and cooled down.  Had more fresh oil that Ive had hot dinners, 1st few years on Aral/BP 102 ron and Tesco 99 Momentum since then.

Did you say the valve coloration looked as though it had been running unusually hot, @vRSAlex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1981) ?

What brand of software have you been running Mike?  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Orc on March 03, 2016, 05:41:45 pm
Dedication that Alex  :happy2: . Sort me out with a lsd too dude lol.

Yeah. By dedication do you mean money???  :signLOL:
Err no.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: gticc on March 03, 2016, 09:30:11 pm
Great progress with the engine!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 10, 2016, 01:19:21 pm
Well...

4 studs snapped in the head on removal of the old turbo.  One bolt was also seized into the head where the heatshield/water pipe runs.  Then noticed that the head gasket was weaping oil and water. Popped the engine out to whip the head off. Head gasket had corroded between layers.

Then saw that one of the bores was polished up like a mirror and the others were not so good either. Removed the sump, checked crank float one of the thrust washers had worn.

Head needed the studs removing, the stronger valve springs fitting, new exhaust guides (which was a first) and the exhaust valves were badly pitted so needed cutting too.

For an engine with such little mileage its odd it needed so much work.

It's almost back together but I have another job ahead of Mike's which wasn't even booked in for this much work in the first place so lucky I've even got this far with it working it in around the two jobs booked before it.

Absolutely beyond me the state of the engine. Always warmed up and cooled down.  Had more fresh oil that Ive had hot dinners, 1st few years on Aral/BP 102 ron and Tesco 99 Momentum since then.

Did you say the valve coloration looked as though it had been running unusually hot, @vRSAlex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1981) ?

What brand of software have you been running Mike?  :signLOL:

Haha, fair enough ;)  R-Tech soon...

Fingers crossed engine will be in today and who knows maybe turned over  :jumping:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 11, 2016, 06:52:30 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2F5F85E5E1-CBEC-4BED-9905-4304689EAC59_zpsqez1sxmf.jpg&hash=567a4d64c31620791930e24f5a63a35bc01edb82)

Clutch hardline :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 12, 2016, 07:54:28 pm

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2F60F95C68-8B15-4F67-8F70-4389E58F1822_zpswg27sx1k.jpg&hash=e046775dac8879381c0d9d52078eb7301822d986)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2FF3F9F214-BE89-4E04-9D71-719963E6260E_zpsolrc2nuz.jpg&hash=45483357e9c5a5ec37fcda6b6b40d65dae65a336)

Check the fabrication  :party:

We're getting there!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: AIR_CHILLED on March 12, 2016, 08:40:59 pm

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2F5F85E5E1-CBEC-4BED-9905-4304689EAC59_zpsqez1sxmf.jpg&hash=567a4d64c31620791930e24f5a63a35bc01edb82)

Clutch hardline :)

Oh very nice Mike!

Does this go straight into the oem bleed block / tee piece?
Who makes this?
I was searching on the Internet for one of these but gave up in the end.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 12, 2016, 09:02:54 pm

@vRSAlex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1981) at AKS makes them.  It does away with the rubber pipe and extra joint that always pops off when Uprated clutch is fitted.

It goes from the bulk head to the bleed block
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: AIR_CHILLED on March 13, 2016, 11:57:39 am
Ok thanks Mike I've bought stuff from Alex before with good experience.
Very nice car and build by the way!
I take it the flanged joint on the Downpipe is to mate up to one of Alex's custom exhaust systems?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 13, 2016, 12:16:38 pm

Yeah the v band will mate up with my 3" BCS prestige system
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Hurdy on March 14, 2016, 09:23:38 pm
Is the valve pitting anything to do with the APR map?
Have you burnt a spark plug out in the past?
Have you had any loss of cylinder pressure?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 14, 2016, 09:31:59 pm

Has a compression test a while back as part of a health check. Seemed fine.

Alex did say the valve stem colouration look as though it had been running 'hot' iirc.

Had slightly blackened plugs but that was when I was trying '8s and probably pootling around too much
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 16, 2016, 08:53:52 pm
@vRSAlex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1981) did some stuff...  :laugh: :jumping:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2FF3A821BA-05E9-4D5B-9493-31A5948469C2_zpsqsusypxh.jpg&hash=fe8e83d291414f91f06c34bb24062957df3e4036)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: dansmith180 on March 16, 2016, 09:07:03 pm
 :pomppomp:  :pomppomp:  :pomppomp:  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: jord_leon on March 17, 2016, 11:40:57 am
Loving the work pal!!  :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 19, 2016, 03:29:56 pm

Some more stuff happened  :party:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2F079970F4-10AC-4168-BCF6-C5DF50038853_zpsnzsb9ri3.jpg&hash=4992c2dacd6fb409aa325aebcba0bd9eb4f8c406)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: APR / AKS Cupra ::
Post by: bonelorry on March 19, 2016, 03:31:24 pm

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2F60F95C68-8B15-4F67-8F70-4389E58F1822_zpswg27sx1k.jpg&hash=e046775dac8879381c0d9d52078eb7301822d986)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2FF3F9F214-BE89-4E04-9D71-719963E6260E_zpsolrc2nuz.jpg&hash=45483357e9c5a5ec37fcda6b6b40d65dae65a336)

Check the fabrication  :party:

We're getting there!

 :congrats:

Excellent!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on March 22, 2016, 08:57:20 pm
When's the map Mike? :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 22, 2016, 09:04:10 pm

Don't know haha! Deposit paid to Rtech, beggining of March (last year! )
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on March 22, 2016, 09:10:46 pm
 :grin: that's gotta be the longest time he's held a deposit

My mates 6R is going in on 15th April for stage 2+ with RFD. Hoping for around 380bhp.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 22, 2016, 09:31:20 pm
I bet haha. Hoping for a shade more than that, but then traction isn't on my side haha
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 23, 2016, 05:24:13 pm
@vRSAlex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1981) at AKS has been grafting to get the mechanical work finished.  She's off to @rtechniki (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1870) tomorrow for a serving of GowerPower!

After a linear graph with with linear delivery for trackdays, hard cut limiter and left foot braking with switchable boost setting :-)

@Bignod00 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=2840) 's felt great on track so Im looking forward to getting it back and getting a trackday booked!

 :driver:  Let's see what the TTE is like in person
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Orc on March 25, 2016, 09:34:27 am
Can't wait mike  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 25, 2016, 09:55:51 am
Neither me!

Just sold the AKS tuning fabricated battery tray and Braille battery to free up a few quid.

Will be nice not too have to worry about remembering to isolate the battery or leaving electrics on without the engine running lol

Ordered the plastic battery box as I sold mine before

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 25, 2016, 07:52:10 pm
Went for this one;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2Frecent_purhases%2F42F334FC-3236-4855-80F8-9E20B25D0A7C_zpsrl8ykvkl.png&hash=af518c9865f29a025abde2d4a394ec2bc787e0ae)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 29, 2016, 08:34:13 pm
Had the balance shaft delete done while it was in bits;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2F12754986_10153990205202244_1138621479_o_zpsp8jmgf9z.jpg&hash=6a7b9f96b854ba60ee59bc2ab3725c5be3bb9bc9)


Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: doylebros on March 29, 2016, 08:43:02 pm
I've only read about it http://www.audi-vw-engine-spares.com/oil%20pump%20problems.htm

Your really pushing the boat out :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 29, 2016, 09:19:07 pm

Alex re-works them and removes the balance shaft all together.  Looks expensive that link!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: scopes on March 30, 2016, 02:59:26 pm
I have a battery tray mike, if you need one of them, brand new too...
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 30, 2016, 03:22:56 pm

Appreciate it mate. I still had my old battery tray. I just ordered the claim and bolt. Ordered the plastic box too. The Leon only comes with a cheap felt cover normally
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: scopes on March 30, 2016, 03:23:58 pm
No problem at all matey !  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: teo_parvu on March 31, 2016, 08:17:26 pm
OMG! I 've been reading what I missed on your thread from October, i think. Got married and I had to stay away from the car and everything related for a while to prepare everything, travel etc.  :signLOL:
I really love your patience, passion and dedication, and for sure the car will be an atomic bomb, but I would have pushed mine of a cliff already.   
I hope you still know how to drive because I'd love to see some laptimes.  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 01, 2016, 11:10:21 am
OMG! I 've been reading what I missed on your thread from October, i think. Got married and I had to stay away from the car and everything related for a while to prepare everything, travel etc.  :signLOL:
I really love your patience, passion and dedication, and for sure the car will be an atomic bomb, but I would have pushed mine of a cliff already.   
I hope you still know how to drive because I'd love to see some laptimes.  :driver:

Congratulations matey!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 03, 2016, 10:30:22 am
Bought some Facelift Leon LED 'Tick' Taillights.

They would require a facelift tailgate too and Im not sure I can be bothered with the hassle. 

Ultimately want to fit the Carbon fibre tailgate, eventually
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 07, 2016, 12:00:06 am

Some more stuff happened ;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2FAE483D39-E50D-49C1-B87C-FFCFB6C8C723_zpsgvznenfv.jpg&hash=1e6188df1f049b2b64bce7ec3b1f6685af5f4b32)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: xjay1337 on April 07, 2016, 12:01:12 am
is it done yet?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 07, 2016, 12:01:33 am

Nah
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 07, 2016, 12:01:56 am
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2F092BE52D-CAF1-478D-8740-8BD3DE3D7A57_zpswfxpisva.jpg&hash=e9a34a0bc2c5281815969c2ff6297b89085c0232)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Matto on April 07, 2016, 12:45:24 am
Didn't realise Alex had converted it to Diesel.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 07, 2016, 07:12:33 am

When you converting to Tfsi Matt? :p
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Shoduchi on April 07, 2016, 01:16:59 pm
Didn't realise Alex had converted it to Diesel.
My white Golf looks more like a diesel car at the back than my diesel Golf. :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: danishmkvgti on April 07, 2016, 09:18:47 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_For_TTE_420%2F092BE52D-CAF1-478D-8740-8BD3DE3D7A57_zpswfxpisva.jpg&hash=e9a34a0bc2c5281815969c2ff6297b89085c0232)

Turn your back to the darkness that is Evil  :P
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 07, 2016, 09:27:38 pm

That was Craig leech but I bet your happy to see it haha
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rdfcpete on April 07, 2016, 09:30:52 pm

When you converting to Tfsi Matt? :p

(https://i.imgflip.com/124v4d.jpg)

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rdfcpete on April 07, 2016, 09:31:43 pm
Bedford or Donnington in June, how likely Michael?  :sad1:
@Tfsi_Mike (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=293)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 07, 2016, 09:47:20 pm
Bedford or Donnington in June, how likely Michael?  :sad1:
@Tfsi_Mike (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=293)

With any luck mate!

Want to try and do Bedford this month tbh
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Matto on April 08, 2016, 05:25:12 am

When you converting to Tfsi Matt? :p

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2F1003%2FMatt.H%2FInternet%2FPhotoGrid_1460032923663_zps3qttsp8m.jpg&hash=cf9c276c6975fdbb17ca2cd44e9736a872a44733)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 09, 2016, 11:46:47 pm

Booked the 1st track time of 2016.  Gonna be a bit nerve wrecking, not driven it in anger in quite some time and have added about 60hp lol  :driver:

Booked a 2 hour session in July at Donnington and looking to do Croft May bank holiday.

Oh there's a chance Ill have her back from Rtech this week coming  :party:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Bignod00 on April 11, 2016, 08:31:05 pm
WEDNESDAY!!!!!!!! :jumpmove: :jumpmove: :pomppomp: :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 11, 2016, 11:13:28 pm

I think they say; 2 sleeps! Haha
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: dansmith180 on April 12, 2016, 12:36:13 am
Glad to see this is nearly all sorted for you finally. No doubt she won't dissapoint when you get back in the drivers seat. I'm guessing you've got a busy few weeks driving planned   :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Andy on April 12, 2016, 12:45:04 am

Booked the 1st track time of 2016.  Gonna be a bit nerve wrecking, not driven it in anger in quite some time and have added about 60hp lol  :driver:

Booked a 2 hour session in July at Donnington and looking to do Croft May bank holiday.

Oh there's a chance Ill have her back from Rtech this week coming  :party:

if you do croft Mike give me a shout as its 10 min from me
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 12, 2016, 07:11:42 am
Cheers Dan.  I'm hoping to do 3 or so Trackdays by the end of the summer :-)


Will let you know if I book Croft, Andy.  Ever driven it?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 13, 2016, 10:25:35 pm
It's Wedneaday. . Guessing your out driving Mike?  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2016, 10:39:04 pm
Nah. Niki didn't get onto mine today. Spent an extra 4hours on another car that was being troublesome.  An oil hose popped off while it was on the dyno, sprayed oil all over the place!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2F9164016E-D09E-4403-B8D4-A82453196326_zpsym0yq7cs.jpg&hash=424c4c61eeb047abf86c6e85296a9cde93b6f528)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fk482%2Ftfsi_mike%2F07E89952-87A5-4482-91F5-E1440BBB24E2_zps8pttrour.jpg&hash=f9adfd4d4806d4fdeb398db52d8ff3dd4a1ea5d1)

Hopefully finished tomorrow!  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: xjay1337 on April 14, 2016, 09:52:52 am
is it done yet?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 14, 2016, 10:45:27 am
Ahh I saw that on Facebook. TTE420 1.8t   :sad1:

If he doesn't get time today, I may see you tomorrow  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 14, 2016, 12:04:37 pm

I'm just sat on the edge of my seat haha.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 14, 2016, 05:34:20 pm
Still sat on the edge of your seat @Tfsi_Mike (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=293) ? :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 14, 2016, 05:46:37 pm


Yup! Haha
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 14, 2016, 10:28:31 pm
I think she just needs a final road test now  :party:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FRTech_TTE420_Mapping%2F9e36a28b-5829-48b1-9c5c-a893ce1efe65_zpsvtuwyve1.png&hash=5791517382d28bd96cd4760c7c9ed1e121e7b37f)


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FRTech_TTE420_Mapping%2F13001306_10209205096384384_696294221629344737_n_zpsakjyws3a.jpg&hash=f50642bd27d29d7d09acc0ec044811d9634c3e2c)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FRTech_TTE420_Mapping%2F0021f37a-7058-49bb-8ed8-5fab0740bdc6_zps8rvtkuqe.jpg&hash=d793d2ac2d6986fd369365aca1137e24628472c9)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 14, 2016, 10:49:14 pm
 :notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy:

AWESOME  :happy2:

will have a look at this tomorrow. I'll be there at 8:30
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 14, 2016, 10:50:11 pm

Hopefully I get a call tomorrow and can pick it up!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: MC71 on April 14, 2016, 11:09:56 pm
Epic.  :notworthy:

All the recent trouble, stress and ball ache will all be worth it when you finally get to tread on the loud pedal Mike.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 15, 2016, 10:17:01 am
I'm stood here looking at her Mike  :wink:

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on April 15, 2016, 10:23:38 am
 :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 15, 2016, 10:38:51 am

Needs a good wash, don't judge me! Haha.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on April 15, 2016, 11:23:24 am
Dude.... racekor... doesnt need washing
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rdfcpete on April 16, 2016, 06:20:06 pm
Dude.... racekor... doesnt need washing

Fill-fee slüts are more than welcome  :party: :popcornsoda: @Tfsi_Mike (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=293)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 18, 2016, 07:26:22 pm
Review time?  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Bignod00 on April 18, 2016, 08:03:00 pm
Review time?  :popcornsoda:

+1! :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: th3_f15t on April 19, 2016, 09:30:48 am
+2

Want to know what living with the TTE420 is like.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: dansmith180 on April 20, 2016, 08:33:53 pm
So I see you've been out testing the new turbo then...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fdansmith180%2FMobile_Uploads%2FScreenshot_2016-04-20-20-17-50_zpsnkrvsj4s.png&hash=58819e3f0547ea2c88e4187d59231d4ac3662a06)

 :laugh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 25, 2016, 04:41:15 pm
Flying visit to @vRSAlex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1981) and the team at AKS this morning for a quick checkup and to swap over my rotors and engine mounts.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FAKS_VT_mounts%2F307D78BD-9AE7-45DD-9768-1D9B79B797E9_zpsxhhvl8l7.jpg&hash=2a8687ed33bd8c1e33ee4eb289118e0a7203ac09)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FAKS_VT_mounts%2FFCA08BDE-1875-4F14-8387-E389AEA23D28_zpsj02uqgxu.jpg&hash=dec8d5461d75aeec673a3f76600917ff324497e0)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FAKS_VT_mounts%2FA9313969-85CE-4042-B893-747BF017E2B4_zpssmsrjbsv.jpg&hash=d97c7dae89bd1b61bcde829efec60284281cdedb)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FAKS_VT_mounts%2F1CA63864-F7D3-4CEF-9019-BE94BB0C8320_zpsagsbkazj.jpg&hash=6af8cff77452ec792ee9c11c26625b62c7fbdda3)

I already had uprated engine mounts so hard to report on the Vibratechnics mounts so far.  They look great quality though.

My rotors were goosed so I had an old set Alex had, that have been ground / skimmed.

Have a bit of an issue with high rpm gear changes but will see how I get on at Donnington next month. 

Pagid blues were starting to look tired, hopefully get another session or two out of them.  Oh my front tyres are snotted too :-(  Apparently from running so much camber on the dyno


On the list;

Supertech exhaust valve springs (to sort high rpm valve float)
WMI finally fitted.
Fix loss of convenience menus.
Lightweight front seats.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on June 29, 2016, 12:50:51 pm
New brembo 370?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 29, 2016, 12:54:20 pm

Used brembo 370
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on June 29, 2016, 01:20:16 pm

Used brembo 370


Ahh ok.  Makes sense.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Paradox1 on July 01, 2016, 04:39:56 pm
Ive just realized that I saw this on fb to other day.

No offence but you thread is way too long for me to read anytime soon.

Car looks amazing though. if I ever find myself with nothing to do for a whole week then I'll start from page 1 :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2016, 04:49:02 pm
Ive just realized that I saw this on fb to other day.

No offence but you thread is way too long for me to read anytime soon.

Car looks amazing though. if I ever find myself with nothing to do for a whole week then I'll start from page 1 :)

Im afraid it has become a bit of an epic.  Lot of people on the forum have has the benefit of following it ask it goes along.

On the AKS Tuning stand at Vag Tuner live soon, which should be good.  If you're free come along!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: dansmith180 on July 10, 2016, 09:24:57 pm
Once again lovely to meet you today finally mate  :wink:

Got a few pics of her but unfortunately not one on track somehow   :doh:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fdansmith180%2FMobile_Uploads%2F20160710_130757_zpszu0puiqw.jpg&hash=4b822bb0d3f8c84bd19653f445abcfa4c8e4d7b8)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fdansmith180%2FMobile_Uploads%2F20160710_130629_zpsxdojimwa.jpg&hash=c82e2e4eaa64cc8dfc11428742c55044935da3ee)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fdansmith180%2FMobile_Uploads%2F20160710_130629_zpsxdojimwa.jpg&hash=c82e2e4eaa64cc8dfc11428742c55044935da3ee)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fdansmith180%2FMobile_Uploads%2F20160710_130739_zpsjv6yevml.jpg&hash=852b943d878de67f88716169ff2943c05adc4f23)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fdansmith180%2FMobile_Uploads%2F20160710_130735_zps70ftmnnd.jpg&hash=8e6a36366865327b95288d355b7af4ec77da16ba)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 10, 2016, 09:29:42 pm

Nice one Dan thanks! Poor show for no track pics though! haha
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: dansmith180 on July 10, 2016, 09:35:45 pm

Nice one Dan thanks! Poor show for no track pics though! haha

I know lol, I think your first session I went for my dud of a Revo experience and the second one I have no idea  :stupid:. Next time I'll take twice as many to make up for it  :happy2:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 10, 2016, 09:37:34 pm

The 1st half of the 1st sessions was mainly Red flags!  Was there a charge for the Revo experience?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: dansmith180 on July 10, 2016, 09:43:15 pm

The 1st half of the 1st sessions was mainly Red flags!  Was there a charge for the Revo experience?

No thankfully, I waited for 10 mins and nobody spoke to me and when they did he said I had to wait another 15-20 mins (which means 30+) so I said f*ck it and left. Was only a stage 1 8V S3 around a small oval for 10minutes so not exactly the ride of a lifetime  :jumping:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: xjay1337 on July 11, 2016, 11:33:56 am
Next time we should do the 9am session Mike... i came in for like 40 minutes.
The Golf R, the white one , I swear was going to rear end me.
He was annoyed he couldn't pass me cos the car sticks so well and can brake so late. He followed me into the last chicane and very nearly went into the back of me.
after the clio went off i thought enough was enough. sometimes it's better to let the egos subside and wait it out. i was out for the 2nd hour mostly and it was good!!

nice to have met you yesterday mate was a cracking day.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 11, 2016, 11:42:29 am

I was lucky enough to jump on the 3-5 session. There was lots of space & open track by then.

You'd never be in time for the 8.30 briefing ;) haha.

The TTE 7R's were bloody quick, one of the white ones (VRS) was on full slicks which I thought was a bit cheeky.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 11, 2016, 10:18:30 pm

Had a great weekend.  A long, long overdue catchup with @nickb (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1571).  Got to see the MkII for the 1st time since its rebuild then onto Donnington Park for Vag Tuner 2016.

Got there nice and early to help @vRSAlex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1981) and the AKS Team unpack, then off to drivers brief with (a late) @xjay1337 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7542) 

The 1st session was unusually slow to get going.  A lot of people going out with cold tyres and generally being retarded. (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fo56%2F2968Gsi_Mike%2Fdrive2.gif&hash=984e49ca47fdf54ddb68e7ead1d77c1876f1c616) (We all make mistakes but sitting in the pits for the 1st 45 mins got frustrating!)

Unfortunately missed out on some great footage by not having the spot meter switched, forgetting to press record and my mount not being quite tight enough.  Bit of a goPro disaster :(

1 or 2 saves, where @DanGB (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=228) may have got white knuckles.  Chasing the Parkside monster Caddy van and following Alex around. Lots of fun

The 3-5 session was loads of fun despite my brakes starting to give up on life.  Dry and enough track space to open up.

I'd recommend anyone using a TTS engine cover to keep an eye on it as it came loose on one of my sessions.  Luckily opened the bonnet to give it a once over and help it could down quicker and spotted it.

Was great to catch up with the old faces and great that the black clouds didnt open up on us! All in all a great day.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 11, 2016, 10:18:53 pm
New stoppers in the pipe line AP racing 362mm Rotors to replace the 370mm Brembos. Project Mu pads replacing the Pagid Blues. 0:-)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on July 11, 2016, 10:36:22 pm
Looks like you all had a great time. Its the clowns and the  fact that someone could take your car out that puts the stoppers on for me doing track days. All it takes is for one dickhead to get too close into a corner and suffer brake fade, and youll be going home on a flat bed or worse. I hope they were strict with the idiots.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 11, 2016, 10:41:11 pm

It was an odd one because the organisers aren't regular Trackday organisers (TDO's).  If anything there were more benefits to it because the weren't strict on which car you took out (so long as you had a wristband) and some people got to use slicks (Cheeky)

But, yes. Theres clearly an inherent risk.  Everyone is briefed the same.  Regular TDO's probably clamp down on 'Racing'.  Common sense should prevail.  Awesome fun though, Rich!  You can get trackday insurance, you won't get any point on your license either!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: xjay1337 on July 12, 2016, 02:16:40 pm
New stoppers in the pipe line AP racing 362mm Rotors to replace the 370mm Brembos. Project Mu pads replacing the Pagid Blues. 0:-)

I thought Mike's wallet said to f*ck off.

Glad you have decided on them though . Both Rich and I have had no end of issues with the 4-2s. I ripped mine off half way through their life for the PMUs and aside from eating into my wheels, have never looked back.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on July 12, 2016, 02:19:04 pm
Mine have ben as good as gold for the last few months... having said that the car is increasingly sat on the drive for days on end.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 12, 2016, 03:09:29 pm

How long is a piece of string question but...

What sort of life span am I looking at?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on July 12, 2016, 03:11:43 pm

How long is a piece of string question but...

What sort of life span am I looking at?

Mine have been on 2 years now, hard road use but no track obvs. I would have thought youd get a few years out of them easily.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 12, 2016, 03:18:36 pm

I am the last of the late brakers on track 0:-)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on July 12, 2016, 03:47:17 pm
I still think they would last you a couple of years... unless you decide to start doing a track day a week over summer.

If you want brakes that will work that you can cook, then I would go down to the 340mm. Cheap as chips.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 12, 2016, 03:51:07 pm
A Trackday a week would be awesome.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: xjay1337 on July 12, 2016, 05:01:56 pm
I very much doubt you would cook the 340mm discs mate.
They have cooling fins that go all the way through the center, I had zero fade all day.
They are £170 a pair with J-hook and black anti rust coating, bargain really.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 12, 2016, 05:22:00 pm
Not sure if they are compatible with my Calipers?  You on the 340mm TTS discs Jay?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on July 12, 2016, 05:24:40 pm
Not sure if they are compatible with my Calipers?  You on the 340mm TTS discs Jay?

Ahh.... good point. They wont work, I dont think.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 12, 2016, 05:25:22 pm

With a different bracket perhaps.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on July 12, 2016, 05:28:22 pm
Poss.

Whats up with the 370s anyway, I thought you just put some new part worn ones on?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 12, 2016, 05:29:43 pm
Poss.

Whats up with the 370s anyway, I thought you just put some new part worn ones on?

The have been ground/ skimmed, pads cleaned.  Juddering again.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on July 12, 2016, 05:40:09 pm
Change the pads?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 12, 2016, 05:46:22 pm
I may get the discs skimmed again to try later on (with P.Mu pads).  Don't want to be chasing my tail.

I need to check the min thickness for the brembos and the runout measured
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: xjay1337 on July 12, 2016, 07:30:28 pm
Ahh yes I remember you have different caliper setup to us...  :thinking: :thinking:

as long as after skimming you are still over minimum disc thickness... also any pad build up could bake into the disc and cause it to get uneven heating so vibration may return later.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 12, 2016, 07:34:00 pm

2 sets of rotors done it to me.  Lets see if AP are better than Brembo
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on July 12, 2016, 07:35:58 pm

2 sets of rotors done it to me.  Lets see if AP are better than Brembo

NOthing to do with the rotors... its the pads
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: tony_danza on July 12, 2016, 07:48:37 pm
It's not the pads, it's using the wrong pads for your setup's working temp ranges.

Know your setup, know what to buy  :happy2:

Various ways of doing this, from thermo-graphic heat paints to stickers. e.g:

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/karting/pyrometers-temperature-indicators/a-p-racing-temperature-indication-strips
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 12, 2016, 07:53:58 pm

Ive asked DaveB for some stickers.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: tony_danza on July 12, 2016, 08:19:40 pm
I smeared a set of DS2500s all over mine and learnt a hard lesson. Never suffered since.  :happy2:

Of all the ones I've tried, Endless have been the best. 20k and 8 trackdays didn't even wear them by half, sure they're spendy, but they last 2-3 times longer.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 12, 2016, 08:21:32 pm
I smeared a set of DS2500s all over mine and learnt a hard lesson. Never suffered since.  :happy2:

Any tips on looking after the AP / Project Mu?
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Post by: tony_danza on July 12, 2016, 08:26:39 pm
What compound?

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on July 12, 2016, 08:27:56 pm
It's not the pads, it's using the wrong pads for your setup's working temp ranges.

Know your setup, know what to buy  :happy2:

Various ways of doing this, from thermo-graphic heat paints to stickers. e.g:

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/karting/pyrometers-temperature-indicators/a-p-racing-temperature-indication-strips


So why the hell does Alex throw RS42 pads in with these brake kits then if they are not suitable for the vehicle weight or temp range etc?

I still maintain that the pads are crap, even though mine have been as good as gold recently with not even a sniff of judder. They have supposedly got a maximum operating temperature of 600ºC surely thats high enough for track use?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 12, 2016, 08:28:47 pm
H.16 I believe
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: tony_danza on July 12, 2016, 08:35:49 pm
It's not the pads, it's using the wrong pads for your setup's working temp ranges.

Know your setup, know what to buy  :happy2:

Various ways of doing this, from thermo-graphic heat paints to stickers. e.g:

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/karting/pyrometers-temperature-indicators/a-p-racing-temperature-indication-strips


So why the hell does Alex throw RS42 pads in with these brake kits then if they are not suitable for the vehicle weight or temp range etc?

I still maintain that the pads are crap, even though mine have been as good as gold recently with not even a sniff of judder. They have supposedly got a maximum operating temperature of 600ºC surely thats high enough for track use?

Dunno, I don't work for AKS mate.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on July 12, 2016, 08:38:37 pm
 :signLOL:


Mike C. Do you have cooling ducts?
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Post by: Matto on July 12, 2016, 08:44:05 pm
Good to catch up with some old and new face. I also enjoyed my warm up laps  :smiley:
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Post by: tony_danza on July 12, 2016, 08:45:25 pm
Looking at the last 3 pad types I've used, all have an operating range up to 750degrees. Those PMU ones Mike's looking at go up to 820degrees.

I'd suggest those 4-2s are not sufficient for the weight of the car and the temps seen on track. DS2500's fall off a cliff at 550degrees. Seeing a link?? I'm sure these are fine on a 106 Rallye, or something with really good cooling, so it's really not the pad's fault.

It's a heavy car, capable of high speed and does all of its braking with the fronts. You need some serious ducting and crossing of your fingers, or get something better suited.

I'd also suggest they've not been bedded aggressively enough and they've sh*t their resin out all over your discs in the process.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: tony_danza on July 12, 2016, 09:00:42 pm
H.16 I believe

I'm sure the AP discs are good quality, you shouldn't really have a worry there.

I've not used these pads before, but it appears they're pre-bedded, so only require keying to the discs. Do check this.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 12, 2016, 09:19:06 pm
:signLOL:


Mike C. Do you have cooling ducts?

Not yet.

Good to catch up with some old and new face. I also enjoyed my warm up laps  :smiley:

Feel bad about that. You missed out as, as soon as I got warmed up was quite quick  :driver:

Looking at the last 3 pad types I've used, all have an operating range up to 750degrees. Those PMU ones Mike's looking at go up to 820degrees.

I'd suggest those 4-2s are not sufficient for the weight of the car and the temps seen on track. DS2500's fall off a cliff at 550degrees. Seeing a link?? I'm sure these are fine on a 106 Rallye, or something with really good cooling, so it's really not the pad's fault.

It's a heavy car, capable of high speed and does all of its braking with the fronts. You need some serious ducting and crossing of your fingers, or get something better suited.

I'd also suggest they've not been bedded aggressively enough and they've sh*t their resin out all over your discs in the process.

That's my guess too.  I remember trying to get them hot enough to see the white residue around the edges as the resin it 'set's on a previous set
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Post by: vRSAlex on July 13, 2016, 09:52:08 am
My van isn't exactly fast, but as Mike knows I brake hard and very late.  RS4-2's never cause me any issues on the van that weights far more than a Cupra.   I have some 8 pots ready for the van with a set of M1155's.

The issue with the RS4-2's is they seem to leave deposits on the discs caused by not braking hard enough through general driving.

I'm fading out using them so much and using M1155, or PMU's as they work far far better and last longer.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: xjay1337 on July 13, 2016, 11:05:35 am
It's not the pads, it's using the wrong pads for your setup's working temp ranges.

Know your setup, know what to buy  :happy2:

Various ways of doing this, from thermo-graphic heat paints to stickers. e.g:

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/karting/pyrometers-temperature-indicators/a-p-racing-temperature-indication-strips

I am not sure this is true. My 4-2s were fine on the road, didn't notice anything. Then I went to Mallory Park for a trackday,  I had to basically sack off the day because of horrendous pad build up. I cannot explain how horrible it was.... Eventually it went away after a few thousand miles of road driving (for the most parts) and at around 1/2 pad life they started behaving themselves (as Rich has found).

I drive my car exactly the same way, with the PMUs that I have now as I did with the Pagids (in terms of daily driving pootling around and the odd B-road blast and trackday) and yet I've not had a SINGLE PROBLEM with the PMUs in terms of pad build up, vibration, or anything like that, but the Pagids 4-2s were crap. Yet the PMUs have a higher maximum temperature range. So logic tells us that the PMUs would have issues with cold / daily driving type use... which they don't.

Online we see a lot of reports of build up / vibration with Pagid RS4-2s as well. I don't care what anyone says, the brake set up is brilliant. The Pagid 4-2 pads are sh*t and I'm glad Alex is phasing them out.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 13, 2016, 11:59:26 am

Dave recommended 1144 (road) and 1155 (track) a long while back, but I so weary about mixing & swapping now.

I reckon the AP / 362's will be fantastic. Shame I didn't do it the 1st time around :-(
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Post by: tony_danza on July 13, 2016, 02:28:32 pm
It's not the pads, it's using the wrong pads for your setup's working temp ranges.

Know your setup, know what to buy  :happy2:

Various ways of doing this, from thermo-graphic heat paints to stickers. e.g:

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/karting/pyrometers-temperature-indicators/a-p-racing-temperature-indication-strips

I am not sure this is true. My 4-2s were fine on the road, didn't notice anything. Then I went to Mallory Park for a trackday,  I had to basically sack off the day because of horrendous pad build up. I cannot explain how horrible it was.... Eventually it went away after a few thousand miles of road driving (for the most parts) and at around 1/2 pad life they started behaving themselves (as Rich has found).

I drive my car exactly the same way, with the PMUs that I have now as I did with the Pagids (in terms of daily driving pootling around and the odd B-road blast and trackday) and yet I've not had a SINGLE PROBLEM with the PMUs in terms of pad build up, vibration, or anything like that, but the Pagids 4-2s were crap. Yet the PMUs have a higher maximum temperature range. So logic tells us that the PMUs would have issues with cold / daily driving type use... which they don't.

Online we see a lot of reports of build up / vibration with Pagid RS4-2s as well. I don't care what anyone says, the brake set up is brilliant. The Pagid 4-2 pads are sh*t and I'm glad Alex is phasing them out.

I don't understand your reply. The 4-2s were OK on the road because you didn't burst their operating range, you did a track day, took them past their range and they promptly sh*t their resin all over your discs. The resin you should have all burnt out if you'd bedded them properly in the first place. I did the same, I'm not being a tit with you.

They have a very fussing bedding procedure, in that respect they're a pain in the arse, but if followed correctly and used in the right application of car & brakes, they're fine. The chap from AKS has clearly done it right and manages his brakes accordingly to suit.... by braking properly, which most of us don't.

Now, I'd imagine if he took them beyond their capability, they'd simply fade - as there's no resin left to piss out. Yours no doubt would have been the same now you'd got the resin out of yours, albeit the hard way.

Sounds like they glaze a little from light use, that's typical of some pads and a quick kicking usually sorts that out and cleans the muck.

I still maintain they're not really suitable for the car's weight, but you could work around it. The main problem here is user error.

You also can't compare the hot/cold performance of an entirely different pad IMO.
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Post by: rich83 on July 13, 2016, 07:49:36 pm
I had M1144 on my old S3 brakes and they squealed like no ones business.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Dan648v on July 14, 2016, 07:05:43 am
I run the m1144 on my nqsbbk kit and they used to howl! Not so much now so i won't disturb them haha
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: xjay1337 on July 14, 2016, 09:23:12 am
It's not the pads, it's using the wrong pads for your setup's working temp ranges.

Know your setup, know what to buy  :happy2:

Various ways of doing this, from thermo-graphic heat paints to stickers. e.g:

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/karting/pyrometers-temperature-indicators/a-p-racing-temperature-indication-strips

I am not sure this is true. My 4-2s were fine on the road, didn't notice anything. Then I went to Mallory Park for a trackday,  I had to basically sack off the day because of horrendous pad build up. I cannot explain how horrible it was.... Eventually it went away after a few thousand miles of road driving (for the most parts) and at around 1/2 pad life they started behaving themselves (as Rich has found).

I drive my car exactly the same way, with the PMUs that I have now as I did with the Pagids (in terms of daily driving pootling around and the odd B-road blast and trackday) and yet I've not had a SINGLE PROBLEM with the PMUs in terms of pad build up, vibration, or anything like that, but the Pagids 4-2s were crap. Yet the PMUs have a higher maximum temperature range. So logic tells us that the PMUs would have issues with cold / daily driving type use... which they don't.

Online we see a lot of reports of build up / vibration with Pagid RS4-2s as well. I don't care what anyone says, the brake set up is brilliant. The Pagid 4-2 pads are sh*t and I'm glad Alex is phasing them out.

I don't understand your reply. The 4-2s were OK on the road because you didn't burst their operating range, you did a track day, took them past their range and they promptly sh*t their resin all over your discs. The resin you should have all burnt out if you'd bedded them properly in the first place. I did the same, I'm not being a tit with you.

They have a very fussing bedding procedure, in that respect they're a pain in the arse, but if followed correctly and used in the right application of car & brakes, they're fine. The chap from AKS has clearly done it right and manages his brakes accordingly to suit.... by braking properly, which most of us don't.

Now, I'd imagine if he took them beyond their capability, they'd simply fade - as there's no resin left to piss out. Yours no doubt would have been the same now you'd got the resin out of yours, albeit the hard way.

Sounds like they glaze a little from light use, that's typical of some pads and a quick kicking usually sorts that out and cleans the muck.

I still maintain they're not really suitable for the car's weight, but you could work around it. The main problem here is user error.

You also can't compare the hot/cold performance of an entirely different pad IMO.

Alex bedded my pads in. as best he could given the time constraints I suspect.

I get the issue with the resin and what not  - but the point is that I've never had such a finicky set of brake pads in my life!!!!
I do not understand why PMUs , which have a higher operating temperature (not by much but they do) give me absolutely zero problems in the same driving conditions and work the same (if not slightly better) when cold.

Logic tells us if we have a brake set up with a high maximum operating temperature then the pads should be less impressive when cold (outside of that operating window).
i maintain the 4-2 pads are crap and no-one should buy them. stick with the PMU or try the pagid rs29 which reports to be a lot better they also have an operating window more in keeping with the pmu.

i doubt i cooked the brakes on the track day. it was wet. there was zero fade . no brake smell. they're just crap pads  :signLOL: :signLOL:
as you say perhaps not the best choice for our cars braking set up / weight etc.
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Post by: tony_danza on July 14, 2016, 10:12:54 am
I reckon you could easily cook a pad on a wet day.

A higher operating range doesn't always mean poor cold performance, especially with high quality pads. In contrast I know someone who smashed up his car at the end of his road on EBC yellows with his foot pushing through the firewall and zero retardation.

Regarding the difference, RS4-2 is a carbon based pad, I'm fairly sure your PMUs are Ceramic?? Totally different characteristics.
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Post by: s3dubbin on July 14, 2016, 10:39:46 am
I ran 1144's on my s3 8p and they squealed like hell, clean them out disc/pad and they would last 100m and then come back again.

Stevie.
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Post by: xjay1337 on July 14, 2016, 11:35:03 am
I reckon you could easily cook a pad on a wet day.

A higher operating range doesn't always mean poor cold performance, especially with high quality pads. In contrast I know someone who smashed up his car at the end of his road on EBC yellows with his foot pushing through the firewall and zero retardation.

Regarding the difference, RS4-2 is a carbon based pad, I'm fairly sure your PMUs are Ceramic?? Totally different characteristics.

That is true, yes the PMUs are ceramic i believe. the dust is awful :)
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Post by: rich83 on July 14, 2016, 10:08:58 pm
I think we are finding that you cannot have everything  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: xjay1337 on July 15, 2016, 12:31:18 pm
I think you can

the PMUs are great (aside from heavy dusting).
I suspect the Pagid rs29s are also brilliant by going from owner reviews.

The lesson we are learning is "pagid rs42 is crap"
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 15, 2016, 01:24:22 pm

I agree for average modder / tuner / occasional track day go-er, with Golf, Scirocco, S3, Leon, blues are turd
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Post by: vRSAlex on July 16, 2016, 06:26:43 pm
I think you can

the PMUs are great (aside from heavy dusting).
I suspect the Pagid rs29s are also brilliant by going from owner reviews.

The lesson we are learning is "pagid rs42 is crap"

RS29's kill discs.  They also crumble.  I'm not a fan of them.  Also very noisy.

PMU everytime imo.  The dust is fine if you remember to use wheel sealant on a freshly painted set of rims!
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Post by: tony_danza on July 16, 2016, 09:33:17 pm
Interesting. This did a couple of years of hard abuse on RS29s with none of the things you mention. Guess it depends on the application.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fe123%2Frobertsm2006%2F9b42936dac056ac5ff4fcc61af0561ab.jpg&hash=a36af32ead73cf41733eb68ae84cdcc57abb373c)
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Post by: xjay1337 on July 18, 2016, 09:24:21 am
I think you can

the PMUs are great (aside from heavy dusting).
I suspect the Pagid rs29s are also brilliant by going from owner reviews.

The lesson we are learning is "pagid rs42 is crap"

RS29's kill discs.  They also crumble.  I'm not a fan of them.  Also very noisy.

PMU everytime imo.  The dust is fine if you remember to use wheel sealant on a freshly painted set of rims!

I'm not sure even a ceramic coating would help mate!

My wheels are basically rusty now  :signLOL: :signLOL:
Could also be a slightly dodgy powder coat, never had this before for sure.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 04, 2017, 06:23:19 pm

Small update...

Booked in 2 May with Alex at AKS for;

Collect 362mm AP rotors
Pagid Rs29's
Gearbox strengthen mods
Helix twin plate organic clutch
(My 1000 mile SMF Helix paddle clutch will be for sale)
Fit oil cooler kit

 :party:
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Post by: rich83 on March 04, 2017, 07:27:04 pm
Why you no get project MU?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 04, 2017, 07:35:30 pm
Why you no get project MU?

Uncertainty on if there is a correct fitment for my Gt senior caliper and the RS29's are track proven on this setup by Clubfoot @Bignod00 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=2840)

Also saves a few quid this time around, I want to have funds left to be able to track it
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Post by: rich83 on March 04, 2017, 07:42:43 pm
Ahh yeah. Forgot you were on those. I've got some new rotors and pmu pads coming soon.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 04, 2017, 07:47:38 pm
Ahh yeah. Forgot you were on those. I've got some new rotors and pmu pads coming soon.

Dave says they are practically the same pad as the db9 and TTRS and even Mitsi Evo
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Post by: rich83 on March 04, 2017, 07:50:18 pm
Same shape but the pad on yours are about twice as thick
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 04, 2017, 08:10:51 pm
Same shape but the pad on yours are about twice as thick

Yeah there are differing thicknesses
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 12, 2017, 10:53:45 pm

So, an update!

She's off to Alex at AKS 2 May.

Gearbox strengthen and input shaft fix (or maybe buy a box off Alex already done)
Helix Twinplate clutch kit
Oil cooler kit
Gearbox oil change
Maybe renew track rod ends.

Im ordering some AP 362mm rotors, Paid yellows and a Tfsi cam roller follower conversion this week which I'll fit at home.

Going to order front hub/bearings to go with the new rotors too.

Looking forward to getting her on track this summer! 
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Post by: Shoduchi on April 13, 2017, 12:46:50 am
Massive upgrade! Nothing but the best for her. :drool:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: xjay1337 on April 13, 2017, 11:16:39 am
Wicked Mike.

We'll need to swap seats at Vag Tuner . :-)
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2017, 11:17:16 am

I heart Poles
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2017, 01:37:20 pm
Why not project Mu pads?
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2017, 01:43:45 pm

Pockets aren't deep enough at the minute mate :-(
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Shoduchi on April 13, 2017, 01:55:35 pm
Have you ever considered Carbotech XP20?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2017, 02:01:42 pm
Have you ever considered Carbotech XP20?

It's a bit of a pain finding the correct pad shape / fitment for my brembo gt seniors & rotor setup.  How much are they?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2017, 02:23:04 pm
Bit of prep this morning, removing cam chain cover ready for delivery of Tsi roller follower conversion;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FRemoving_Cam_chain_cover_TSI_roller%2FF215F799-E3A9-448A-A324-D9089DE7C7CE_zpsjbjvcwin.jpg&hash=553b6af49f7628deaf3027c4e59751ee274065d9)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2017, 02:26:27 pm

I'll try and knock a guide together when the new kit turns up.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2017, 02:33:09 pm
I don't see the value in the roller kit. :thinking:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2017, 02:37:59 pm
I don't see the value in the roller kit. :thinking:

Wish I'd have done it way back when, to get value for money from it.  But it's added piece of mind and less time mucking around.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Shoduchi on April 13, 2017, 02:51:25 pm
Have you ever considered Carbotech XP20?

It's a bit of a pain finding the correct pad shape / fitment for my brembo gt seniors & rotor setup.  How much are they?
They didn't have my pad size available so I sent my old pads plates for them to reline with the XP20 compound. They could have sourced old pads for £40 + VAT, if I didn't have old pads in good condition available. They cost £280 + VAT. My pads have a good size too: 190.1 mm (7.484") x 99.0 mm (3.898") x 16.8 mm (0.661").

Can't fault them on track but they need a proper bedding like any race pad (as Carbotech instructed).
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Post by: dansmith180 on April 13, 2017, 09:26:57 pm
Always good to see her progress. If you don't mind me being a nosey prick do you know what Alex charges for an oil cooler kit fitted roughly?
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Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2017, 09:29:19 pm
200 pages.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2017, 09:29:58 pm
Always good to see her progress. If you don't mind me being a nosey prick do you know what Alex charges for an oil cooler kit fitted roughly?

I really don't know but, upto a day's work really.  I guess some models will be easier than others, mainly down to getting a nice neat mounting / install
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2017, 09:31:02 pm
200 pages.

I deleted it with the intention of thinning it out to just the useful info and pics.  Didn't know where to start!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: dansmith180 on April 13, 2017, 09:35:30 pm
Always good to see her progress. If you don't mind me being a nosey prick do you know what Alex charges for an oil cooler kit fitted roughly?

I really don't know but, upto a day's work really.  I guess some models will be easier than others, mainly down to getting a nice neat mounting / install

Cheers, i was hoping you'd said £20  :signLOL:. Something that is definitely on the list though. It's always hard to condense a thread like this. At this point if you don't know the car or story it's too late  :doh:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2017, 09:40:36 pm

Haha, still get the odd person saying they've read it through;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FFunnies%2F9226A879-6102-41AD-A348-E4063C39D8A3_zpsscgm91df.jpg&hash=5e164f29bd51e55a1fdbf32d685966086359547f)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2017, 09:44:12 pm
No ones that bored mike ;-)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: dansmith180 on April 13, 2017, 09:45:08 pm
Lol, read a few pages, scan 50, read a few, scan to the end, leave a comment. Job done.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2017, 09:47:32 pm

Cam chain end case off and ready to fit Tsi roller conversion;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FRemoving_Cam_chain_cover_TSI_roller%2FDC80B710-D0E6-40BC-8AA5-F0EBCE6B382F_zpsmuyub5us.jpg&hash=ca30a485ec72e9dad3a4985f5f3db45298bc9674)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2017, 09:47:47 pm
Lol, read a few pages, scan 50, read a few, scan to the end, leave a comment. Job done.

I find ignoring a thread for ages and then taking the piss usually works.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: dansmith180 on April 13, 2017, 09:53:01 pm
Lol, read a few pages, scan 50, read a few, scan to the end, leave a comment. Job done.

I find ignoring a thread for ages and then taking the piss usually works.

 :laugh:  :laugh:  :congrats:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 23, 2017, 10:36:45 am
Tsi cam roller conversion was a doddle to fit.  The hardest part was moving the hard fuel line slightly to compensate for the spacer

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMy_Leon_Cupra%2FRemoving_Cam_chain_cover_TSI_roller%2F26658C8D-1E85-48D1-9A04-6FD296E1E3D8_zps9jfm8z6w.jpg&hash=52aa3b912bef14cead822d4d8bb053f2a5291a63)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Shoduchi on April 23, 2017, 01:59:31 pm
This is the best option available but I think that if one day I upgrade mine, I'll go for the Stattler Power Developments kit with reinforced cam lobe and cam follower. This is a fair bit more expensive. :smiley:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 23, 2017, 02:02:16 pm
This is the best option available but I think that if one day I upgrade mine, I'll go for the Stattler Power Developments kit with reinforced cam lobe and cam follower. This is a fair bit more expensive. :smiley:

How much is that option?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Shoduchi on April 23, 2017, 03:17:04 pm
This is the best option available but I think that if one day I upgrade mine, I'll go for the Stattler Power Developments kit with reinforced cam lobe and cam follower. This is a fair bit more expensive. :smiley:

How much is that option?
£240 with VAT included.

https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1006103152794009&id=350214158382915 (https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1006103152794009&id=350214158382915)

Well, from what I remember the cam roller conversion kit is more expensive, at least.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: AJP on April 23, 2017, 04:00:07 pm
This is the best option available but I think that if one day I upgrade mine, I'll go for the Stattler Power Developments kit with reinforced cam lobe and cam follower. This is a fair bit more expensive. :smiley:

How much is that option?
£240 with VAT included.

https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1006103152794009&id=350214158382915 (https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1006103152794009&id=350214158382915)

Well, from what I remember the cam roller conversion kit is more expensive, at least.
Interesting. Is the cam lobe optional? Or is there any reason this follower wouldn't work well with a healthy OEM cam?

I'm just thinking along the lines of the OEM setup:

OEM follower is softer than the OEM cam, therefore the follower wears, not the cam. Replace follower before it gets too worn.

But this setup (hypothetical) :

New follower is harder than the OEM cam, therefore cam wears, not follower. Issue.

Or am I wrong?!
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Shoduchi on April 23, 2017, 04:05:54 pm
This is the best option available but I think that if one day I upgrade mine, I'll go for the Stattler Power Developments kit with reinforced cam lobe and cam follower. This is a fair bit more expensive. :smiley:

How much is that option?
£240 with VAT included.

https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1006103152794009&id=350214158382915 (https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1006103152794009&id=350214158382915)

Well, from what I remember the cam roller conversion kit is more expensive, at least.
Interesting. Is the cam lobe optional? Or is there any reason this follower wouldn't work well with a healthy OEM cam?

I'm just thinking along the lines of the OEM setup:

OEM follower is softer than the OEM cam, therefore the follower wears, not the cam. Replace follower before it gets too worn.

But this setup (hypothetical) :

New follower is harder than the OEM cam, therefore cam wears, not follower. Issue.

Or am I wrong?!
That's correct, hence the harder cam lobe included in the kit too. :smiley:

Not sure if Stattler would sell just the cam follower, keeping in mind the consequently cam lobe wear.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: AJP on April 23, 2017, 04:25:35 pm
This is the best option available but I think that if one day I upgrade mine, I'll go for the Stattler Power Developments kit with reinforced cam lobe and cam follower. This is a fair bit more expensive. :smiley:

How much is that option?
£240 with VAT included.

https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1006103152794009&id=350214158382915 (https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1006103152794009&id=350214158382915)

Well, from what I remember the cam roller conversion kit is more expensive, at least.
Interesting. Is the cam lobe optional? Or is there any reason this follower wouldn't work well with a healthy OEM cam?

I'm just thinking along the lines of the OEM setup:

OEM follower is softer than the OEM cam, therefore the follower wears, not the cam. Replace follower before it gets too worn.

But this setup (hypothetical) :

New follower is harder than the OEM cam, therefore cam wears, not follower. Issue.

Or am I wrong?!
That's correct, hence the harder cam lobe included in the kit too. :smiley:

Not sure if Stattler would sell just the cam follower, keeping in mind the consequently cam lobe wear.
Thanks for the quick reply. I've had a Loba pump in for a few months now (with new follower) and I'll be checking the follower some day soon.

I'll have to weigh up which option makes more sense based on how fast it's wearing. It's good to have this option, whatever happens :)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 23, 2017, 04:31:41 pm
I have a new follower, a 500 mile old follower and 3 titanium hpfp bolts going spare now
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: xjay1337 on April 24, 2017, 01:36:47 pm
This is the best option available but I think that if one day I upgrade mine, I'll go for the Stattler Power Developments kit with reinforced cam lobe and cam follower. This is a fair bit more expensive. :smiley:

How much is that option?
£240 with VAT included.

https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1006103152794009&id=350214158382915 (https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1006103152794009&id=350214158382915)

Well, from what I remember the cam roller conversion kit is more expensive, at least.
Interesting. Is the cam lobe optional? Or is there any reason this follower wouldn't work well with a healthy OEM cam?

I'm just thinking along the lines of the OEM setup:

OEM follower is softer than the OEM cam, therefore the follower wears, not the cam. Replace follower before it gets too worn.

But this setup (hypothetical) :

New follower is harder than the OEM cam, therefore cam wears, not follower. Issue.

Or am I wrong?!
That's correct, hence the harder cam lobe included in the kit too. :smiley:

Not sure if Stattler would sell just the cam follower, keeping in mind the consequently cam lobe wear.
Thanks for the quick reply. I've had a Loba pump in for a few months now (with new follower) and I'll be checking the follower some day soon.

I'll have to weigh up which option makes more sense based on how fast it's wearing. It's good to have this option, whatever happens :)

You'd be able to get 7-8 Cam followers for the price of the Statller kit.
Unless you have a complete cam failure i can't see the justification

Glad your kit went in OK mike
can't wait for your clutch... ;)
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Shoduchi on April 24, 2017, 01:41:17 pm
You'd be able to get 7-8 Cam followers for the price of the Statller kit.
Unless you have a complete cam failure i can't see the justification

Yeah, my current setup isn't pushed enough to think about upgrading the cam follower. With stronger FPRV than the RS4's, you might consider upgrading it.
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: AJP on April 25, 2017, 09:10:25 am
True @xjay1337 @Shoduchi

I'm confident that my setup shouldn't be eating followers anyway.

Sorry to spam the thread @Tfsi_Mike
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 25, 2017, 09:47:12 am
True @xjay1337 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7542) @Shoduchi

I'm confident that my setup shouldn't be eating followers anyway.

Sorry to spam the thread @Tfsi_Mike (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=293)

It's all good mate.

I'm at 140 / 150 bar now.  But even still I see it as a longer term mechanical improvement.

I've got some RS3 injectors coming today, so hopefully I can aleviate some pressure with better flow.

Depends when I can fit them and get some time with @R-tech-Nick (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=2179) to alter my mapping though

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 26, 2017, 04:01:44 pm
@monte (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=878) re-wrapped my badge as the previous wrap started to look tired after being on quite some time

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 02, 2017, 09:57:25 pm

Dropped her of with Alex at AKS Tuning this morning before a short trip to the south atlantic;

Arrived a bit early...

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So went for a sausage butty and a latte.  The car drove itself there as it's been there so many times before (The old AKS unit!)

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Box off to remove the barely used Helix paddle...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_twinplate_oil_cooler%2FIMG_8535_zpsizetseke.jpg&hash=1ca1129b2209187c3ecc517f0daf8cbd5de98a27)

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Oil cooler that's going on;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_twinplate_oil_cooler%2FIMG_8554_zpswwnn4xdr.jpg&hash=fa1cb6e9b0f38d30668fb7d14ef8d9d6877c60d7)

Long awaited twin plate;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_twinplate_oil_cooler%2F18236726_10155330471177244_1619836943_o_zpswiemtzqn.jpg&hash=2d5972cce843afd0819d84d687b2621bdddaafad)

and the box strengthening mods begin;

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May have bought myself a new carbon trackday helmet too 0:-)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 03, 2017, 07:01:52 pm
Shaft beefed up;

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_twinplate_oil_cooler%2F18261266_10155333353362244_720570855_o_zpsay2jqdha.jpg&hash=01758df58bc34dfcd9369a5e9c910dcefd18c3aa)

Experimenting with cooler mounting....

  Unfortunately the previous owner of the cooler has had some of the mounting points cut off, which is really annoying but Alex has fabricated a custom bracket to get it mounted nicely.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_twinplate_oil_cooler%2F18289888_10155333353392244_355764930_o_zpsebr73oev.jpg&hash=256121ebeb8cda774a281f7871c0a2c2e42d08d0)

another delivery :)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra
Post by: dansmith180 on May 04, 2017, 12:30:00 am
Not the first time I've said this Mike. But that's a lovely helmet you've got

Can't wait to see this in action  :driver:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 05, 2017, 06:48:42 am
Looks like she'll be back together fairly soon  :party:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftfsi_mike%2FAKS_twinplate_oil_cooler%2F54C0B111-FCF2-4B72-9B77-746ED5C49404_zpsrdqzp5xn.jpg&hash=d47edc270c0704dd883a5b0fbcc3ca876d257c9e)

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Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 05, 2017, 02:08:23 pm

Thank you by the way, to @oilman (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=611) for my millers boot pouch.

Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rdfcpete on July 24, 2017, 09:53:27 pm

Small update...

Booked in 2 May with Alex at AKS for;

Collect 362mm AP rotors
Pagid Rs29's
Gearbox strengthen mods
Helix twin plate organic clutch
(My 1000 mile SMF Helix paddle clutch will be for sale)
Fit oil cooler kit

 :party:

Gonna jump back in time here a bit Mikey, apologies  :innocent:

How have the RS29 pads been?
- How were they for dust output, bite when cold, feel after say 5 laps back to back and also for disc wear?

I'm thinking of a set for the 4-series and it seems all the BMW VLN teams run these, more or less (over Ferodo DSx).

Did you run them at the rear, too?
 :happy2: Ta
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 24, 2017, 09:55:34 pm

Waiting on getting the car sorted / back buddy :'(
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rdfcpete on July 26, 2017, 09:49:04 pm
 :sad1: :sad1: :sad1: :sad1: :sick:


So no road-test/experience of them yet? Thought you did a track day presumably with that setup about a month ago, nah?

...I can't wait till you get it back  :wink: :laugh: :grin:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 27, 2017, 09:48:43 pm
:sad1: :sad1: :sad1: :sad1: :sick:


So no road-test/experience of them yet? Thought you did a track day presumably with that setup about a month ago, nah?

...I can't wait till you get it back  :wink: :laugh: :grin:

Had to sell my track time dude :'(
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: Shoduchi on February 10, 2018, 12:56:31 pm
No news from this build? :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: rdfcpete on February 18, 2018, 11:18:20 am
Sold it yet Mikey?
Title: Re: Tfsi Mikes Money Pit :: AKS built Cupra :: TTE420 :: Rtech Tuned
Post by: GitFlog on May 07, 2018, 07:16:49 pm
61 pages of making me quite like a seat :congrats:

dont tell me you have sold it my brother bums these showed him and made him jealous haha