MK5 Golf GTI

All Things Mk5 => Members Rides => Topic started by: rich83 on September 26, 2010, 12:57:51 am

Title: rich83 - Edition 30..... Breaking
Post by: rich83 on September 26, 2010, 12:57:51 am
Hi guys.. only had her 4 weeks and it blows me away every journey!

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2007 DSG, great spec with MFD2, winter pack, dimming and folding mirrors, headlight washers, xenons (i added them) loads more!

Rich
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: T88OMM on September 26, 2010, 11:09:32 am
Gorgeous pal  :drool: :drool: :drool:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: Moschops on September 26, 2010, 12:25:21 pm
Looking ace.. :happy2:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: dmac1969 on September 26, 2010, 01:30:38 pm
Wow thats a stunner! Nice pic as well! Got any more??  :happy2:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: Golfgirl on September 26, 2010, 03:50:51 pm
Very nice :happy2:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: B3n on September 26, 2010, 04:53:52 pm
Looks cracking fella!!!!

Great photo skills too :happy2:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: welikeaps on September 26, 2010, 07:40:19 pm
that looks fookin' mustard pal!
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 26, 2010, 09:16:58 pm
Ahhhh thanks guys... i'm glad you all approve.

Here are a few more pics...

An "out with the old... in with the new" shot
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It just gets better.... i put a tank of shell premium in and i'm sure it runs better, seems quieter up to the redline!

Not going to mod it too much... on the list are - WALK kit, rear arb, brakes, remap... and that should do it!

Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: Andy on September 26, 2010, 10:17:30 pm
welcome to the forum Rich..even thou it took you a while :signLOL:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 26, 2010, 10:19:34 pm
Thanks andy.. yeah, i got there in the end!  :grin:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: Andy on September 26, 2010, 10:21:33 pm
Excellent photos as norm Rich..your car looks stunning in them photos ..have to meet up and do a joined one some time
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: JGM.30ED on September 26, 2010, 10:26:11 pm
LOOOVELLLY ,  :party:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: Greeners on September 26, 2010, 10:43:08 pm
Crackin photo's Rich!  :happy2:

Did we meet at Castle Combe last year?
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on September 26, 2010, 10:54:10 pm
Nice one, Rich :smiley:

Seen these on flickr  :happy2:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 26, 2010, 10:58:13 pm
Cheers greeners... possibly yes... 2009?

Thanks damoegan!  :smiley: Love the colour of your MK5.... really works!
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on September 26, 2010, 11:02:11 pm
Thanks damoegan!  :smiley: Love the colour of your MK5.... really works!

 :wink:

Cheers Rich, its a good step up from the Ibiza  :grin:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 26, 2010, 11:10:36 pm
Yeah i bet... i dont think i was prepare for how good these GTIs are... so rapid even as standard!

Problem is.... once your redlining 3rd.... your already in dangerous territory! (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fuk-mkivs.net%2Femoticons%2Femotion-34.gif&hash=25c0f1125143bf4731088e972b8155edf0555038)
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on September 26, 2010, 11:13:33 pm
 :evilgrin:

A mapped ED30 is even better, 2nd, 3rd & 4th come to a end sooo quickly  :driver:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: Greeners on September 27, 2010, 12:08:21 am
Cheers greeners... possibly yes... 2009?

Thanks damoegan!  :smiley: Love the colour of your MK5.... really works!

Yeh, think you took some nice shots of my Reflex .:R!  :happy2:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: v2brett on September 27, 2010, 12:14:50 am
great looking ed and great pics mate  :happy2:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: redgem on September 27, 2010, 01:01:24 am
Good pics mate Im going to have to find out how to load them :happy2:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: swf7y on September 27, 2010, 07:20:32 am
Looks great. Fantastic camera skills. Keep up the good work  :happy2:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: dmac1969 on September 27, 2010, 12:37:55 pm
Ahhhh thanks guys... i'm glad you all approve.

Here are a few more pics...

An "out with the old... in with the new" shot
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It just gets better.... i put a tank of shell premium in and i'm sure it runs better, seems quieter up to the redline!

Not going to mod it too much... on the list are - WALK kit, rear arb, brakes, remap... and that should do it!



Cracking pics!! :happy2:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 27, 2010, 09:28:37 pm
Just picked up a 2nd hand WALK kit for 100quid!  :smiley:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: Andy on September 27, 2010, 09:38:21 pm
Excellent photos as norm Rich..your car looks stunning in them photos ..have to meet up and do a joined one some time
take it this is a no then :sad1:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 27, 2010, 09:49:22 pm
Excellent photos as norm Rich..your car looks stunning in them photos ..have to meet up and do a joined one some time
take it this is a no then :sad1:

Aww... andy... sorry mate missed it! Yeah would love to hook up and do a little shoot, there is a bit of a distance issue tho, but im sure it will/can happen at some point!  :smiley:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: stealthwolf on September 28, 2010, 09:34:37 am
Love the ride. Where was the first pic taken?
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 28, 2010, 09:44:08 am
Thank you... i took it at brands last weekend!
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: Top Cat on September 28, 2010, 08:07:34 pm
Just picked up a 2nd hand WALK kit for 100quid!  :smiley:

This is a great mod for the money. The car feels like it's on rails for the the first few weeks after fitting.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 28, 2010, 08:14:01 pm
Just picked up a 2nd hand WALK kit for 100quid!  :smiley:

This is a great mod for the money. The car feels like it's on rails for the the first few weeks after fitting.  :happy2:

Cool... so its worth it for 2 weeks??  :signLOL:

Im gonna add an autotech rear arb too when funds allow!
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: Top Cat on September 28, 2010, 08:17:30 pm
Yep! it's like the missus doing the dishes. You think this is great, at first. A few weeks later she is still doing them, but you are moaning about the noise coming from the kitchen when top gear is on.  :laugh:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: stealthwolf on September 28, 2010, 10:27:04 pm
Yep! it's like the missus doing the dishes. You think this is great, at first. A few weeks later she is still doing them, but you are moaning about the noise coming from the kitchen when top gear is on.  :laugh:
:congrats: Love the analogy
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 29, 2010, 10:53:58 am
 :signLOL: Agreed.... but we've got a dishwasher... so the dishes get done quietly, but the moaning is still there!
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 29, 2010, 07:09:57 pm
Another little mod is on its way... should get it tomorrow touch wood!

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Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: big al on September 29, 2010, 07:16:14 pm
Another little mod is on its way... should get it tomorrow touch wood!


I often touch wood!  :grin: :confused:

How much did you pay for the roll bars? Hear a lot of people say that it's like the car is on rails. Is it something you can fit yourself?
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 29, 2010, 07:20:21 pm
LOL...

I paid 100 quid for the WALK kit... they aren't roll bars as such.
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: Peter85 on October 01, 2010, 05:45:54 pm
These look great in black, one of the best colours
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: Golfgirl on October 01, 2010, 05:50:07 pm
Love the black & white pics with the red stripe left in :happy2:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 02, 2010, 09:19:41 am
Thank you!
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: chungster on October 02, 2010, 10:20:32 am
 :surprised: i dont believe it...you got an ED30  :drool: nice one.

you still got the oil burner then? don't think you'll like the constant visits to Shell if you do the same sort of mileage in the GTI.

Nice one. Look forward to seeing it at a show somewhere.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 02, 2010, 02:00:41 pm
Lee... the burners gone!  :signLOL:

Im not minding filling her up to be honest... it puts such i smile on my face its worth it!  :smiley:

Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: chungster on October 02, 2010, 03:51:54 pm
was wise to get the K04 GTI rather than the K03 version...its loads better!

now..i dare you to take it for a spin round Combe!  :wink:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 02, 2010, 08:04:46 pm
Yeah I think so, plus I've only seen 1 other edition 30 since I've had it! Not sure about tracking it yet, might do at some point!
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 05, 2010, 01:20:46 pm
Old vs New

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NOM NOM NOM

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Rich
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on October 05, 2010, 01:22:51 pm
Looks very nice, Rich  :smiley:

I'm not convinced that they actualy do anything though....
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 05, 2010, 01:43:02 pm
No... me neither... but i cant afford a 300+ quid Maxogen... so until then this will suffice for intake eye candy!  :smiley:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on October 05, 2010, 01:44:54 pm
Neuspeed P-Flo are now 30% off @ £185  :wink: http://www.awesome-gti.co.uk/product.php?xProd=14218&xSec=151

I've got one on order  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 05, 2010, 01:52:40 pm
Mmm looks ok, but as ive only just fitted an ITG panel, seems a bit silly! Ill look into getting an intake next year maybe when i get it remapped!  :jumping:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on October 05, 2010, 01:56:53 pm
I'm sire you could sell the filter and airbox as a package and get your money back  :wink:

I only had mine for 45mins before getting it mapped  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 05, 2010, 02:00:12 pm
Yeah... id remap mine, if my insurance wasnt already 1500!
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on October 05, 2010, 02:02:54 pm
Oooff  :surprised:

I'm only paying 1/3 of that...
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 05, 2010, 02:06:38 pm
 :scared:

Not good!
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 15, 2010, 10:44:43 am
#0589
 :happy2:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on October 15, 2010, 11:05:39 am
#0589
 :happy2:

:confused:
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 15, 2010, 02:24:50 pm
My plaque is in the post, should be here next week!
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on October 15, 2010, 02:44:51 pm
Ahh, now I get it  :signLOL:

I realy need to get to VW and sort out my plaque..

What year is your's?
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 15, 2010, 03:04:15 pm
2007! If you ring VWuk.... Ask to speak to jenny
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on October 15, 2010, 03:20:52 pm
You got the number please, Rich?
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 15, 2010, 03:31:15 pm
0800 083 3920 opt. 1
Title: Re: Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on October 15, 2010, 04:00:57 pm
0800 083 3920 opt. 1

 :happy2:
Title: Re: Edition 30 - Plaque to the future!!!
Post by: rich83 on October 22, 2010, 12:41:15 pm
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Hell yeah!!!!  :jumping:
Title: Re: Edition 30 - Plaque to the future!!!
Post by: damoegan on October 22, 2010, 02:37:39 pm
Nice one, Rich  :congrats:

Cant wait to get mine, 0009 here we come  :pomppomp:
Title: Re: Edition 30 - Plaque to the future!!!
Post by: rich83 on October 22, 2010, 03:53:24 pm
 :signLOL:
Title: Re: Edition 30 - Plaque to the future!!!
Post by: rich83 on November 01, 2010, 11:35:27 pm
Just adding this here so i dont lose it!


B0N = Component parts set, complying with vehicle type for Great Britain, various parts
C1B = Alloy wheels 7.5J x 18
Q1A = Standard front seats
H7D = Tires 225/40 R18 92Y xl
J0L = Battery 340 A (70 Ah)
D80 = 4-cyl. gasoline engine 2.0 l/169 kW 16V turbo FSI, homogeneous Base engine is TA2
1AT = Electronic stabilization program (ESP)
1G9 = Space-saving spare wheel for temporary use, radial tire (5-hole)
2FP = Leather trimmed multi-function steering wheel for Tiptronic with decorative aluminum inserts
1NL = Covers for alloy wheels
5RV = Right exterior mirror: aspherical
5SJ = Left exterior mirror: convex
TA2 = 4-cylinder gasoline engine 2.0 L unit 06F.D
0BF = Rear stabilizer
3S0 = Without roof rails/roof load rack
3V3 = Preparation for child bench seat
QG1 = Service interval prolongation
8AY = Radio/navigation system
8GU = Alternator 140 A
8ZH = Antenna for AM/FM reception, "diversity"
1KY = Disc brakes, rear
1LL = Disc brakes, front
3YR = Door pockets with insert mats
G08 = Front shock absorption
0GG = Emission standard EU4
0Y1 = Standard climatic zones
4UF = Drivers and front passenger air bag with front passenger air bag deactivation
4X3 = Side air bag front with curtain air bag
4R4 = Power windows with comfort operation andcircuit breaker
4K3 = Radio remote controlled central locking operated from inside and safe securing
N2Z = Seat covering for special editions
5MD = Decorative aluminum inserts
8RW = 10 speakers (passive)
2JG = Body-colored bumpers
E2M = "Edition"
0AE = Front stabilizer
0BF = Rear stabilizer
2UC = Sports version
2G7 = Filler neck module 1 with insert
1JE = Rear sports shock absorption
L99 = Suspension range 99 installation control only, no requirement forecast
0YC = Weight range 3 installation control only, no requirement forecast
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2010, 01:08:10 pm
Some presents just arrived!

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345mm drilled discs

 :jumping:

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: damoegan on November 16, 2010, 01:09:13 pm
Did you get the kit off DaveB?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2010, 01:10:01 pm
Yes... luckily!!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: damoegan on November 16, 2010, 01:11:55 pm
Nice one  :smiley:

Mine are drilled and grooved  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2010, 01:15:30 pm
Any pics of them?

Can wait to get these on... they look amazing!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2010, 04:40:06 pm
Couple more pics!!

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Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: damoegan on November 16, 2010, 04:50:32 pm
Any pics of them?

Can wait to get these on... they look amazing!

Not realy as I haven't had time to take any decent pics yet  :ashamed:

You can just see them in this pic though (not my pic)..
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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: rich83 on November 17, 2010, 12:15:08 pm
OEM pads.... thanks damom and David at SERE!

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Need to pic up some dust shields, brake fluid and get the rear hose bracket widened so that the HEL line fits through!

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: AnSGTI on November 17, 2010, 03:18:08 pm
I am so jealous - I saw these on DaveB's for sale thread and wanted them straight away.

The brakes on the ED30 are shockingly bad, it's the first big mod I want to undertake. As I know you've posted somewhere they do not fill you with confidence what so ever when hooning driving with some spirit  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: Hedge on November 17, 2010, 04:27:32 pm
These were mine.
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Cupra R calipers  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: rich83 on November 17, 2010, 04:52:04 pm
Niiice.... just ordered the extra parts for the brakes and some new VW centre caps!

Cant wait to get them on!

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: rich83 on November 18, 2010, 01:42:47 pm
Got the brackets opened up a little this morning so that the banjo connector runs through!

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YO

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: Top Cat on November 18, 2010, 08:29:26 pm
They look to nice to put them on the car.  :drool:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: chungster on November 18, 2010, 08:31:14 pm
ahh you got the pads from Sere Motors in NI ???? Seat Dealer??

got my previous 345mm kit from him too!  :happy2:

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: damoegan on November 18, 2010, 08:35:06 pm
ahh you got the pads from Sere Motors in NI ???? Seat Dealer??

got my previous 345mm kit from him too!  :happy2:



Sure did :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: rich83 on November 18, 2010, 08:49:17 pm
Thanks Top Cat... they do look very good, even better when they are on!!

Yep SERE.... seems good but we need a VW version as he cannot get VW specific parts  :sad1:

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: mortygttdi on November 19, 2010, 03:10:47 pm
Got the brackets opened up a little this morning so that the banjo connector runs through!

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YO

Rich

How the hell did you get a standard brake setup to look so sexy :congrats:

Looking nice Rich

Darren
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... brake goodies!!!
Post by: rich83 on November 19, 2010, 11:01:03 pm
Well...... youve just got to know where to point the camera! (most of these (i think all actually) were taken with flash bounced of the celling  :happy2:)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: rich83 on December 07, 2010, 08:20:04 pm
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Taking the HEL lines off and gonna put the OEM ones back on.... they dont fit correctly!

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: Hedge on December 07, 2010, 08:22:22 pm
Hooray finally on the car.  :congrats:
:pomppomp: :pomppomp: :pomppomp: :pomppomp: :pomppomp: :pomppomp:
Have you driven it yet?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: rich83 on December 07, 2010, 08:27:59 pm
Yes... ive got a spongy pedal at the moment ( only driven it 30 miles) so it just need tinkering with! But by GOD... when you press on them  :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: chungster on December 07, 2010, 08:33:07 pm
good upgrade isnt it from the 312's  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: rich83 on December 07, 2010, 08:35:24 pm
Hopefully... will asses them better once they arent leaking! Bit yes... even though they are no where near bedded in they are a 100% improvement!

Got the WALK kit on too... but its too dangerous to "test" it out at the moment!

Rear ARB should be going on soon too!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: chungster on December 07, 2010, 08:37:30 pm
leaking  :surprised:

why dont the HEL lines fit? where u get them from?

hope u got OE lines for the 345's and not 312's...as those wont fit!

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: rdfcpete on December 07, 2010, 08:41:03 pm
That's a hot BBK package you have there Rich :party:

This is gonna handle and turn well I feel, big improvements over standard  :congrats:
And that's an extremely clean engine bay you have there - Eat a cooked breakie off of that  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: rich83 on December 07, 2010, 08:44:43 pm
Well... very slightly leaking! The HEL lines came from dave... not had chance to speak to him about them yet!

Got the OEM R32 hoses and pipes so should be an easy swap back... should have used them in the first place really as i cannot see braided hoses making any noticeable difference.

Ta pete!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: chungster on December 07, 2010, 08:47:15 pm
i used OE 345 lines too and had no probs with them whatsoever.

You sure are doing some nice performance mods to your car tho...never imagined you'd get carrid away like this  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: rich83 on December 07, 2010, 09:01:04 pm
Me neither Lee... but once you've got a car thats goes a bit you notice its deficiencies a lot quicker, so just a few sensible mods... I've no interest in being scene and low and spaced out to the max.

Once the rear arb goes on that will be me done i think! (famous last words  :confused:)

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Ohh... bar a remap!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: Top Cat on December 07, 2010, 09:11:35 pm
Me neither Lee... but once you've got a car thats goes a bit you notice its deficiencies a lot quicker, so just a few sensible mods... I've no interest in being scene and low and spaced out to the max.

Once the rear arb goes on that will be me done i think! (famous last words  :confused:)

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Ohh... bar a remap!


Dream on dreamer, your on here all the time, your hooked.  :laugh:  Next year you will be arranging rolling road days and suggesting we all were name tags.  :P
You will only stop once you can wheel spin in third in the dry, or you realise your girl friend left last year.  :rolleye:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: damoegan on December 07, 2010, 09:20:58 pm
Thats strange about the HEL lines Rich, I have them and mine are fine  :confused:

I need a WALK kit  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: chungster on December 07, 2010, 09:21:28 pm
 :signLOL:

Gotta agree with everything TC just said Rich! It never ends mate.

Need to get u tracking next year i think!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: JPC on December 07, 2010, 09:31:12 pm
i always love your pics rich  :notworthy:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: DaveB@Vagbremtechnic on December 07, 2010, 10:09:43 pm
Rich have you used copper washers on both sides of the banjo fitting?....
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: rich83 on December 07, 2010, 10:19:33 pm
Yes dave... used the copper washers!

Theres also and issue with one of the plastic retainers. On one hose it fits perfectly into the mount on the hub (clips on with the metal clip)... one doesnt, it cannot be clipped on as its the wrong shape! Dave... ill get them off and PM you.  :happy2:

Ta JPC... i love your car polishing! (in fact im in rammy at the moment... next time im up ill pop in and say hi)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: rich83 on December 08, 2010, 12:03:43 pm
Brakes checked and re-bled and they are not leaking... now they work absolutely fine!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm6.static.flickr.com%2F5203%2F5243838456_2071c0662d_b.jpg&hash=3b8f837d5c4c809543692e44bd027f0db2951fef)

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: POC on December 08, 2010, 04:20:53 pm
Look great mate, but again whats the issue with the HEL lines? Bit worrying as I have a set sitting in the box ready to go on my car!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: rich83 on December 08, 2010, 04:31:29 pm
The issue was with the mounting grommits for the mount on the hub!

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Not my car

The gromit for one side is fine... but the other side is the wrong design (must have bee put together incorrectly) it just wont fit... so its just cable tied on and im keeping my eye on it!

The hoses are fine and do not leak so i was happy to just have them checked and re-bled!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: rich83 on December 08, 2010, 04:53:28 pm
Me neither Lee... but once you've got a car thats goes a bit you notice its deficiencies a lot quicker, so just a few sensible mods... I've no interest in being scene and low and spaced out to the max.

Once the rear arb goes on that will be me done i think! (famous last words  :confused:)

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Ohh... bar a remap!


Dream on dreamer, your on here all the time, your hooked.  :laugh:  Next year you will be arranging rolling road days and suggesting we all were name tags.  :P
You will only stop once you can wheel spin in third in the dry, or you realise your girl friend left last year.  :rolleye:

I was actually thinking of organising one March-ish  :signLOL:

I span in 3rd in the wet today... not good!  :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: rdfcpete on December 08, 2010, 07:07:37 pm
^  :scared:

Take it easy fella! Not the time of year to be dancing around the roads, despite having better brakes  :grin:  :drinking:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: rich83 on December 08, 2010, 07:09:39 pm
I know,  :ashamed:... it was just on a slip road with no cars around so relatively safe!  :fighting2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: DaveB@Vagbremtechnic on December 08, 2010, 08:43:16 pm
Awright Jees Rich thought it was something insurmountable.

No probs get another set of VAG11's out to you ASAP warranty - pm me buddy
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: Andy on December 08, 2010, 08:47:24 pm
them brakes looks mighty fine Rich..what size are the discs
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: rich83 on December 08, 2010, 08:55:38 pm
Nah Dave..... Panic over! Hoses are on and working a treat!

Discs are 345mm!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: POC on December 08, 2010, 11:45:13 pm
The issue was with the mounting grommits for the mount on the hub!

Not my car

The gromit for one side is fine... but the other side is the wrong design (must have bee put together incorrectly) it just wont fit... so its just cable tied on and im keeping my eye on it!

The hoses are fine and do not leak so i was happy to just have them checked and re-bled!

Ah cool, was worried I may have ran into an issue when fitting mine!  They look greatm I hope to get mine painted tomorrow and fitted over the weekend.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: rich83 on December 09, 2010, 11:06:32 pm
WALK on... seems to have increase front end grip, which is something thats niggled me since i bought it!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg121.imageshack.us%2Fimg121%2F666%2Fphotoimu.jpg&hash=60dcc1019b82b1abcfa0343ba7584a72d64d152a)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: rich83 on December 16, 2010, 04:01:22 pm
Finally got around to fixing this... there has been an intermittant fault on the + paddle for a while now.

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http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,22794.0.html

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... cleeeean!
Post by: rich83 on December 31, 2010, 10:30:58 pm
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Im getting a slight vibration at about 80mph.... wonder if its the discs at fault!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... cleeeean!
Post by: damoegan on December 31, 2010, 11:49:07 pm
Tracking?

Happy NY, Rich  :drinking:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... cleeeean!
Post by: rich83 on December 31, 2010, 11:55:26 pm
Yeah it could be!

Ive yet to get the alignment checked after getting the WALK kit on, so it could be that! Hopefully ill get chance to pop up to TTSRoadsport and get it sorted next week!

Happy new year too mate!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... cleeeean!
Post by: rich83 on January 11, 2011, 05:26:13 pm
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Its had another clean...   :stupid:
Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... cleeeean!
Post by: bart on January 11, 2011, 07:30:52 pm
lovely car mate

were did you get the groved discs at?

have you fitted the arbs yet?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... cleeeean!
Post by: rich83 on January 11, 2011, 08:05:07 pm
Thanks

I bought them from DaveB1970 on here!

Not got the rear ARB on yet... gonna wait for it to dry up a bit!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... cleeeean!
Post by: bart on January 11, 2011, 08:21:56 pm
wot bars you gonna get?

are you going front and rear
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... cleeeean!
Post by: rich83 on January 11, 2011, 08:31:55 pm
Ive got an autotech one ready to go on... just the rear, not bothering with the front one!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... cleeeean!
Post by: damoegan on January 11, 2011, 08:34:08 pm
How you finding the WALK kit, Rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... cleeeean!
Post by: rich83 on January 11, 2011, 08:42:58 pm
Well... it seems to have increased front end grip quite a bit, especially when giving it beans on corners. I've not had the alignment done yet so I'm sure that will make a big difference again!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: Sunglasses Ron on January 11, 2011, 08:48:45 pm
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Taking the HEL lines off and gonna put the OEM ones back on.... they dont fit correctly!



Only just seen these Rich, proper nice job that, top work...  :congrats: Just wish I had some to replace my milk bottle tops..  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... cleeeean!
Post by: bart on January 11, 2011, 09:18:51 pm
Ive got an autotech one ready to go on... just the rear, not bothering with the front one!  :happy2:


were did you get it at?

why you doing just the rear then
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... cleeeean!
Post by: rich83 on January 11, 2011, 09:23:49 pm
Well... i got the rear one on its own because it came it for sale for 100quid! Will fit the rear one and see what its like... TBH the front is a pain in the ass to fit so i doubt ill bother!


Thanks Ron... im very happy with them, great value for money modification!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... cleeeean!
Post by: bart on January 11, 2011, 09:26:54 pm
sound mate

keep us informed wot you think of the rear setup

this is my nxt mod 
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on February 03, 2011, 05:46:12 pm
Just had my alignment done by TTS Roadsport. Its made a lot of difference, the car feels so much tighter now.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm6.static.flickr.com%2F5058%2F5413833236_21a7fb0249_b.jpg&hash=314bd530a7bf3125840365f180d70708f20ea671)

The tech. loved my brakes!  :signLOL:

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on February 03, 2011, 05:48:51 pm
Wasn't very far out to start with, Rich  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on February 03, 2011, 05:53:56 pm
I guess not, it does feel better for it tho. (unless that old placebo is working its magic)

Next its to get the front wheels balanced due to a vibration at 80+.... and then save up for some more gee gees!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on February 03, 2011, 05:56:48 pm
You'll love how it drives after a remap mate  :driver:


I now need a new clutch though, slippy slippy in 4th and above when on full  boost  :fighting:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on February 03, 2011, 06:00:58 pm
You'll love how it drives after a remap mate  :driver:


I now need a new clutch though, slippy slippy in 4th and above when on full  boost  :fighting:

Yeah cant wait, because to be honest even as it is it still takes me by surprise. Its one of the reasons I went for the DSG in the first place,  :wink: just have to touch wood that it doesnt eat itself!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on February 03, 2011, 06:04:31 pm
You'll be fine since your's is DSG mate  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Sunglasses Ron on February 04, 2011, 10:32:53 am
You'll love how it drives after a remap mate  :driver:


I now need a new clutch though, slippy slippy in 4th and above when on full  boost  :fighting:

Yeah cant wait, because to be honest even as it is it still takes me by surprise. Its one of the reasons I went for the DSG in the first place,  :wink: just have to touch wood that it doesnt eat itself!

Mine's been mapped/modded since a week old mate and it's done 75k now and my box is fine (bar having a new mechatronics a while back, but they can go on standard cars and nothing to do with the map)..
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on February 06, 2011, 12:25:52 am
Graph from JKM today.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm6.static.flickr.com%2F5175%2F5418590458_d282ff550d_b.jpg&hash=d522e6dc2912876d3e3193aea293f02c721c8638)

 :smiley:

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on February 06, 2011, 12:29:19 am
As said on flickr Rich, nice and healthy  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on February 06, 2011, 12:34:09 am
Yeah no issues which was a relief! I would have been horrified if it had ran 210 or something a bit low!  :wink:

What did you pay for your map PM if you prefer.

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: stealthwolf on February 06, 2011, 12:48:44 am
When I ran my ED30 at JKM for the first time ever, it got 232bhp as well. The second time it made 226bhp.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on February 06, 2011, 12:55:18 am
When I ran my ED30 at JKM for the first time ever, it got 232bhp as well. The second time it made 226bhp.

Coincidentally I was just looking at your graph in the RR graph thread and thinking how very similar they are (no surprise is guess)... spooky!

Someone took at look at my graph and said, "pretty big flat spot in it" pfft... it would eat his 1.8T for breakfast!  :stupid:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on February 06, 2011, 01:01:33 am
Yeah no issues which was a relief! I would have been horrified if it had ran 210 or something a bit low!  :wink:

What did you pay for your map PM if you prefer.

Rich

PM sent  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Beddie on February 06, 2011, 04:54:53 pm

Someone took at look at my graph and said, "pretty big flat spot in it" pfft... it would eat his 1.8T for breakfast!  :stupid:

Hmmm... Chris. by any chance?  :grin:

Remap. Keep it quiet. Meet at Inters. Finish him  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on February 07, 2011, 04:27:44 pm
How did you guess?  :grin:

Sounds like a good plan.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on February 07, 2011, 04:51:17 pm
When I ran my ED30 at JKM for the first time ever, it got 232bhp as well. The second time it made 226bhp.

Coincidentally I was just looking at your graph in the RR graph thread and thinking how very similar they are (no surprise is guess)... spooky!

Someone took at look at my graph and said, "pretty big flat spot in it" pfft... it would eat his 1.8T for breakfast!  :stupid:

So where is the flat spot? Looks like a standard Ed30 graph to me.

If you look on JKM's site under Gallery there are a few examples of standard and modified ED30's. :smiley:

http://www.jkm.org.uk/performance/GalleryRollingroad.htm
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on February 07, 2011, 05:01:44 pm
Thanks for that hedge, that firms it up for me that  (a) my car is running perfectly and  (b)  a cat back exhaust just empties your wallet!

There isnt a flat spot, the guys a twonk.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Beddie on February 07, 2011, 05:25:47 pm
How did you guess?  :grin:


It couldn't be anyone else, start an argument in an empty room that bloke...   :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on February 14, 2011, 01:42:39 pm
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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on February 14, 2011, 02:21:33 pm
Thanks for that hedge, that firms it up for me that  (a) my car is running perfectly and  (b)  a cat back exhaust just empties your wallet!

There isnt a flat spot, the guys a twonk.  :signLOL:

Nowt wrong with your graph Rich. And nice to see you have a Tosser sticker aswell :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: stealthwolf on February 15, 2011, 12:02:32 am
But there's no sperm?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on February 15, 2011, 12:04:49 am
But there's no sperm?

I've not decided where to put them...  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: baldwined30 on February 16, 2011, 08:57:41 pm
Defo get the remap and dont worry about the DSG box, i was the same before i got it done! when you look at Johnyc and Hurdys you knows yours will be fine! Just had a DSG service and all fin plus im running 340ish! :driver: :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: a89 on February 17, 2011, 05:17:37 pm

Someone took at look at my graph and said, "pretty big flat spot in it" pfft... it would eat his 1.8T for breakfast!  :stupid:

Hmmm... Chris. by any chance?  :grin:

Remap. Keep it quiet. Meet at Inters. Finish him  :grin:

Or just finish him without remap!  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on February 17, 2011, 05:42:44 pm

But there's no sperm?


I've not decided where to put them...  :signLOL:


....Do you think that your girlfriend is offering you a choice to 'put' them elsewhere!?  :evilgrin: - Wishful thinking, my friend.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on February 17, 2011, 05:47:45 pm
Hahaha...  should I leave the protective covering on?  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on March 08, 2011, 12:18:45 am
Did a few miles last week!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg850.imageshack.us%2Fimg850%2F8536%2Fphotoi.jpg&hash=7e28575af387d2f6367a7e718dacc27d26ccc82a)
 
:surprised:

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: DamoP on March 08, 2011, 11:11:54 am
Did a few miles last week!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg850.imageshack.us%2Fimg850%2F8536%2Fphotoi.jpg&hash=7e28575af387d2f6367a7e718dacc27d26ccc82a)
 
:surprised:


was it hard to fit the highline?? i really want to fit one
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on March 08, 2011, 11:16:39 am
No... because it came like that from the factory!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Poppa Dom on March 08, 2011, 11:21:08 am
No... because it came like that from the factory!  :happy2:
:signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on March 08, 2011, 02:44:58 pm
No... because it came like that from the factory!  :happy2:
:signLOL:

 :signLOL: :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Mk5_Tsi on March 08, 2011, 09:12:47 pm
Car lookin good man :D
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on March 09, 2011, 10:46:32 am
Thanks!  :smiley:

MOT passed this morning, only 2 advisories on the front tyres!  :jumpmove:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Andy on March 09, 2011, 10:50:32 am
glad it passed ok Rich :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on March 09, 2011, 10:54:15 am
Me too... I'm always a little worried that they will fail the retro fitted xenons, but so far so good!

The guy liked my car too   :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Sunglasses Ron on March 09, 2011, 11:17:46 am
Did a few miles last week!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg850.imageshack.us%2Fimg850%2F8536%2Fphotoi.jpg&hash=7e28575af387d2f6367a7e718dacc27d26ccc82a)
 
:surprised:



25k in a week...? Jesus!!!  :surprised:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on March 09, 2011, 11:24:34 am
Yep... i averaged a cool 148MPH  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... R32 Brakes on!!!
Post by: GLIDN on March 09, 2011, 11:22:44 pm
Finally got around to fixing this... there has been an intermittant fault on the + paddle for a while now.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm6.static.flickr.com%2F5246%2F5266340754_2b623704d1_b.jpg&hash=4ba407b2890b9fd829f9ff6806260fdc8e148742)

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,22794.0.html

Rich

Very nice Golf you have there, like the subtle mods thus far.

sorry to jump into your thread so late.

But can these buttons be bought new individually?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 11, 2011, 01:46:45 pm
^^ Yes... they are sold individually.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 11, 2011, 01:50:05 pm
So.... as my car as reached 25K miles and 4 years of age, a little TLC was in order!

Products used:-
Billberry wheel cleaner
Power System Orange Pre-wash (with snow foam lance)
Megs Gold Class
AG SRP
AG EGP
AG Vinyl and Rubber
AG Glass Polish

First time using snow foam (its my brothers kit) as i dont have the facility to do it at home!
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm6.static.flickr.com%2F5254%2F5516914933_ed628dbed2.jpg&hash=41c4314c26c8c788f8600448a65c6707ac306284)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm6.static.flickr.com%2F5097%2F5516899557_2b70c385fa_b.jpg&hash=10fb9e57db64a48bc34afa5d861beda9bb7800ec)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm6.static.flickr.com%2F5135%2F5517488870_3d051a9dff_b.jpg&hash=d501fde58d4add0376fa7cb651033d84f094b00e)

Rich

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: damoegan on March 11, 2011, 01:57:39 pm
 :congrats:

Looks great, Rich  :happy2:

I was going to do mine today but the weather is poop  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Richn83 on March 11, 2011, 02:00:03 pm
Very Shiny Rich, and great photography as usual!  :notworthy:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 11, 2011, 02:14:06 pm
Thanks!

I had a little play with this photo... any guesses??

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm6.static.flickr.com%2F5132%2F5517531662_8066265572_z.jpg&hash=d7111e700a6c374205cd989a97575742f4299b08)

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Richn83 on March 11, 2011, 02:16:57 pm
Nope no Idea, car doesnt look to be sitting on the ground quite right did you shop it in?  Or are you contemplating a smooth grille?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 11, 2011, 02:20:57 pm
The car is sat fine.. and its not a mod/chop... just did something to even it up!  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 11, 2011, 02:37:27 pm
Jet washed the mats with the karcher and then dried them with the bissel (after realising they were not going to dry this side of christmas  :signLOL: )

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg64.imageshack.us%2Fimg64%2F1530%2Fphotofnp.jpg&hash=7402fa90d14fc24b79cbdcb6592d0ce0e929045a)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg402.imageshack.us%2Fimg402%2F5697%2Fphotofki.jpg&hash=3a15f68ee5c6a6387178f986aa811dfc83f8d5d2)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Richn83 on March 11, 2011, 02:53:17 pm
The car is sat fine.. and its not a mod/chop... just did something to even it up!  :wink:

Well I'm lost!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 11, 2011, 02:54:13 pm
The car is sat fine.. and its not a mod/chop... just did something to even it up!  :wink:

Well I'm lost!

The car is mirrored!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rdfcpete on March 11, 2011, 05:48:47 pm
It does look low as fcuk in that first pic Rich  :laugh:

Stunning results. Clearly a good job was done  :drool:
Not sure about the photography though....  :wink:

Have the brakes behaved since the previous small issues?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Richn83 on March 12, 2011, 05:09:00 pm
The car is sat fine.. and its not a mod/chop... just did something to even it up!  :wink:

Well I'm lost!

The car is mirrored!  :happy2:

I decided that couldnt be it with the steering wheel etc, awesome PS skills!  :notworthy:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 13, 2011, 08:13:02 pm
Haha.... thanks!

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/196927_10150103479495882_513100881_6964566_1221399_n.jpg)

New rubber for the front.. GD F1 Asyms!

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Saint Steve on March 13, 2011, 08:19:09 pm
How much for the tyres rich? Also let us know what you think of them :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 13, 2011, 08:25:25 pm
97 each!  :star:

Cant wait to see the back of these falkens!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Edition_30_P on March 13, 2011, 08:27:47 pm
From where, mate? I'm in desperate need of fronts!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Hedge on March 13, 2011, 10:49:45 pm
New rubber for the front.. GD F1 Asyms!

Rich

Are they the new Mk2's or the originals?
I really liked the originals on my Skoda but think the PS3's would be a better all rounder in my opinion. :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 13, 2011, 10:54:36 pm
Yeah.. v1! I think your right, but at the price i got these for i cannot grumble if they arent quite up there with the ps3!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Hedge on March 13, 2011, 11:06:58 pm
Still a good tyre though Rich  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: RedRobin on March 14, 2011, 11:28:34 am
.
Deffo the best fast road, all weather (except snow), tyre I've had so far. I haven't tried the Michelins.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Andy on March 14, 2011, 04:16:42 pm
the good year assmetric  mrk2 tyre is a 88y but the older ones were a 91y
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 14, 2011, 04:19:43 pm
^^ what does that mean?

So the old ones have higher load rating? How does that effect in real terms?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Andy on March 14, 2011, 04:23:12 pm
the 91 is the loading deck and the y is the speed rating which are perfect for your car..but for some reason the good year asymetric 2 tyre has a lower loading deck of 88 than the standard tyre of the gti of a 91....if that all makes sense
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 15, 2011, 11:30:28 am
Got them on, and the seem both quieter and grippier even though they are no where near bedded in yet

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm6.static.flickr.com%2F5258%2F5529114124_3c15c4ea70_z.jpg&hash=45839ca7ff9f51336efa972786de752d1a76ebb1) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/5529114124/)
Goodyear F1 Aysemetric (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/5529114124/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Hedge on March 15, 2011, 12:11:45 pm
They will be quieter just because of the increased tread block height and possibly grippier but you did say you had Falken F452's so then definitely grippier.  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 15, 2011, 12:13:17 pm
They will be quieter just because of the increased tread block height and possibly grippier but you did say you had Falken F452's so then definitely grippier.  :wink:

Exactamondo... im sure those falkens are coated with PTFE!  :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Andy on March 15, 2011, 12:15:00 pm
I found the harder you when into corners the better the good years gripped
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: a89 on March 16, 2011, 07:33:48 pm
Couldn't find any prices on the v2's as yet rich. Will let you know if I and when I get the prices.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 16, 2011, 08:33:08 pm
Ok mate... no rush, its gonna be another 6moths+ before i need another pair! :happy2:

Ive gone old school and removed my carbonio intake and put the stock intake back on.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: RedRobin on March 17, 2011, 10:18:28 am

Ive gone old school and removed my carbonio intake and put the stock intake back on.  :smiley:


....Which panel filter are you running on though? That's what helps a stock or Carbonio intake I'm told.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 17, 2011, 10:24:05 am
Its an ITG one Robin.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: RedRobin on March 17, 2011, 10:31:30 am

Its an ITG one Robin.


....Reputed to be the best  :happy2: - That's what I had when I was running a Carbonio. I know that the Carbonio has only an eye-candy reputation but it does improve the airflow over the very convoluted stock one. It's just that the results don't deliver significant bhp.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 17, 2011, 10:51:07 am
Well selling the Carbon eye candy will fund the fitting of my autotech rear ARB that has sat in my living room since before xmas.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: a89 on March 17, 2011, 10:58:48 am
You still not fitted that!? May as well get a front one on at same time.  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 17, 2011, 11:08:20 am
Nope... just not got around to finding someone who can do it for me. (as you can tell... im pretty slow when it comes to modding my car well... anything)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: E30Dom on March 17, 2011, 01:16:58 pm
I wanted an ITG panel filter then read a big thread on oem panel filters/mafs/oil/replacements and have been put off, so would you recommend?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: RedRobin on March 17, 2011, 05:25:59 pm

I wanted an ITG panel filter then read a big thread on oem panel filters/mafs/oil/replacements and have been put off, so would you recommend?


....One which has a name which sounds like 'green cotton'. Saint Steve has one I think and JKM recommend it too?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 17, 2011, 07:32:42 pm

I wanted an ITG panel filter then read a big thread on oem panel filters/mafs/oil/replacements and have been put off, so would you recommend?


....One which has a name which sounds like 'green cotton'. Saint Steve has one I think and JKM recommend it too?

Yeah green cotton seem to get good reviews too.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: E30Dom on March 17, 2011, 08:30:15 pm
Really!? Why over itg?

I was talking about the performance replacement and oem paper filters... Replacing paper filters often are just as good and so on...

Ps sorry to hijack
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 17, 2011, 08:36:28 pm
To be honest... i doubt there is much difference between any of the filters including OEM.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Hedge on March 17, 2011, 08:39:56 pm
To be honest... i doubt there is much difference between any of the filters including OEM.

Correct  :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Saint Steve on March 17, 2011, 09:01:58 pm
If your looking at any cold air intake system, you will need to update the fuel pump aswell, or you will be into fuel starvation issues/flat spots under full throttle. Cotton element filter avoids this, slightly improves air flow and increases throttle responsiveness slightly, but obviously doesn't give you a 10-15bhp gain which a CAI system would.

Really does depends on how deep your pockets are chap.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 17, 2011, 09:04:25 pm
Really steve? I thought that you could; for example, run an ITG and down pipe with stage 2 software without upgrading the fuel pump?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: RedRobin on March 17, 2011, 09:05:12 pm

To be honest... i doubt there is much difference between any of the filters including OEM.


....If you mean in terms of performance gain then probably not, and certainly insignificant. However, surely the different panel filters will vary in their ability to filter debris etc effectively. The OEM paper filters are only effective if you replace them very regularly and also they don't physically fill the OEM airbox as fully as the ITG for example. Naturally, the various manufacturers make claims about the advantages of their products.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: damoegan on March 17, 2011, 09:05:20 pm
If your looking at any cold air intake system, you will need to update the fuel pump aswell, or you will be into fuel starvation issues/flat spots under full throttle. Cotton element filter avoids this, slightly improves air flow and increases throttle responsiveness slightly, but obviously doesn't give you a 10-15bhp gain which a CAI system would.

Really does depends on how deep your pockets are chap.

I'm running stage1 with a Neuspeed P-Flo intake and dont get and fuel starvation/flat spots.....
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Top Cat on March 17, 2011, 09:05:52 pm
You dont need a uprated pump to run a CIA.  :chicken:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Saint Steve on March 17, 2011, 09:06:02 pm
Really steve? I thought that you could; for example, run an ITG and down pipe with stage 2 software without upgrading the fuel pump?
depends on the map your running, I wouldn't run Revo stage 2 on the ed30 without an uprating the fuel pump.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Top Cat on March 17, 2011, 09:07:15 pm
Your getting all confused MR Saint. Why would you not run Revo without a pump.  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 17, 2011, 09:07:38 pm
Really steve? I thought that you could; for example, run an ITG and down pipe with stage 2 software without upgrading the fuel pump?
depends on the map your running, I wouldn't run Revo without an uprated pump.

Ohh ok. Its academic anyway as there more chance of me walking on the moon than getting S2! :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Saint Steve on March 17, 2011, 09:09:42 pm
Your getting all confused MR Saint. Why would you not run Revo without a pump.  :evilgrin:

I'm referring to the powerful ko4 and not the smaller ko3 TC.

Revo's map request's more fuel pressure then superchips map does  :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: damoegan on March 17, 2011, 09:11:12 pm
Your getting all confused MR Saint. Why would you not run Revo without a pump.  :evilgrin:

I'm referring to the powerful ko4 and not the smaller ko3 TC.

Lots of people run a intake without a HPFP on a k04..
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: RedRobin on March 17, 2011, 09:11:47 pm

Really steve? I thought that you could; for example, run an ITG and down pipe with stage 2 software without upgrading the fuel pump?


....Steve is right. If you run an ITG Maxogen (cone filter on a pipe) as opposed to an ITG flat panel filter, the power gains are such that it would be very wise to upgrade the fuel pump to avoid fuel cuts. However, you can only do this if you have a Revo remap so you can fine tune the B/T/F settings down a notch so that your OEM fuel pump can be retained. I know because this is how JKM have set up my K03 Revo2 car because I'd rather spend the cost of an APR fuel pump on carbon wings as mine need repair.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Saint Steve on March 17, 2011, 09:12:38 pm
^^ stage one would be ok, but stage 2 Revo would be pushing it.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Top Cat on March 17, 2011, 09:12:54 pm
Your getting all confused MR Saint. Why would you not run Revo without a pump.  :evilgrin:

I'm referring to the powerful ko4 and not the smaller ko3 TC.

Well thats the first i have heard of standard stage 2 Revo map needing a CIA. Ko 3 or the bigger Ko 4. And i have read quite a bit on this forum.  :innocent: as far as i am aware all you need is the zorst for stage 2.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Saint Steve on March 17, 2011, 09:13:49 pm
Cheers Robin, glad someone knows what I'm trying to recommend.

it would work TC, but as what I've been told along with lots of people that run certain rolling road days, it's wise to up rate the fuel pump when running Revo 2 on the k04. Not sure what boost request is on ko3 as a comparison on the same named map on the GTi variant.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Hedge on March 17, 2011, 09:16:31 pm
Lets trash Rich's build thread.  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: Saint Steve on March 17, 2011, 09:18:01 pm
Lets trash Rich's build thread.  :popcornsoda:

Why not, it's 15 pages about he's just washed his car :signLOL: :signLOL:

Chill  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30. 25K clean.
Post by: rich83 on March 17, 2011, 09:22:34 pm
Lets trash Rich's build thread.  :popcornsoda:

Why not, it's 15 pages about he's just washed his car :signLOL: :signLOL:

Chill  :laugh:

Ouch.....   :angry015:

Its ok guys... trash away, its about as close as ill get to stage 2!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on March 17, 2011, 09:26:37 pm
Lets trash Rich's build thread.  :popcornsoda:

Why not, it's 15 pages about he's just washed his car :signLOL: :signLOL:

Chill  :laugh:

I'm chilled I was just thinking about poor Rich's build thread.

Maybe TC can tidy up and moved it to Random Drivel where it belongs.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saint Steve on March 17, 2011, 09:28:02 pm
^^^ starting with reply 222 :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: RedRobin on March 17, 2011, 09:30:24 pm
@ Hedge:

Re TC cleaning up this thread,

- Yes, I think you are right if Rich feels some of the posts are off topic for his thread.

- No, I think you are wrong to call it "random drivel" when what's being discussed is informative.  

:happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: SteveP on March 17, 2011, 09:32:56 pm
Cheers Robin, glad someone knows what I'm trying to recommend.

it would work TC, but as what I've been told along with lots of people that run certain rolling road days, it's wise to up rate the fuel pump when running Revo 2 on the k04. Not sure what boost request is on ko3 as a comparison on the same named map on the GTi variant.

Why is it wise when unlike poofin you have the ability to adjust the boost, timing and fueling for you own car with Revo  :confused:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 17, 2011, 09:35:56 pm
What time is it... might go and wash my car to annoy Steve!  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on March 17, 2011, 09:36:45 pm
What time is it... might go and wash my car to annoy Steve!  :P

I'm sure I saw some dirt on it in 1 or 2 of your pictures.  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saint Steve on March 17, 2011, 09:36:58 pm
 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 17, 2011, 09:38:21 pm
I think i might get some odd looks washing my car in the pitch black with a miners lamp on.  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: RedRobin on March 17, 2011, 09:39:21 pm

What time is it... might go and wash my car to annoy Steve!  :P


.... :laugh: Now that's the sort of thing that Greeners has been known to do - A bit of late night cleaning.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on March 17, 2011, 09:40:29 pm
Does the 5DmkII do IR?  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 17, 2011, 09:42:38 pm
Does the 5DmkII do IR?  :grin:

It can be made to yes.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on March 17, 2011, 09:46:46 pm
Black Ed30 in IR. Make it so.  :chicken: :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saint Steve on March 17, 2011, 09:47:42 pm
Cheers Robin, glad someone knows what I'm trying to recommend.

it would work TC, but as what I've been told along with lots of people that run certain rolling road days, it's wise to up rate the fuel pump when running Revo 2 on the k04. Not sure what boost request is on ko3 as a comparison on the same named map on the GTi variant.

Why is it wise when unlike poofin you have the ability to adjust the boost, timing and fueling for you own car with Revo  :confused:

Adjusting the settings, is then trying to get the best out of it, Uprate the fuel pump then allows you to run more aggressive setting to achieve bigger number chasers.

Poo chips as you call it Steve, is much turned down, and perhaps for people with less deeper pockets and less tread on their front tyres !!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 22, 2011, 06:51:34 pm
Took my DV out this afternoon and its in looks in good condition, i couldn't see any rips in the orange diaphragm. Is there any point in swapping it out for the revision D?

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Resonance on March 22, 2011, 06:53:30 pm
Took my DV out this afternoon and its in looks in good condition, i couldn't see any rips in the orange diaphragm. Is there any point in swapping it out for the revision D?

Rich

Ohhh please tell me you took some photos while you did it! (I know how you love to take photos of everything  :P) Ive wanted to try this but need some pictures to guide me through!

Richard
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 22, 2011, 06:56:53 pm
I didnt... but i might do a how to guide as there doesnt appear to be one! Dead easy... 10 mins!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saint Steve on March 22, 2011, 07:04:13 pm
I replaced mine this afternoon, after getting the feeling the car didn't feel as sharp as it has been, tiny bit flat, but not think anything was majorly wrong.
I have never removed my diverter valve completely in 55k miles, removed it today to find a 5-6mm well worn split in the diapragm ,which has turned into a hole !!!

I've always had a warning in vcds about my emissions control light bring up an error of Bank 1 lean. implausible signal below threshold warning, which I've always thought I had a possible faulty lambda sensor, which I was gonna change to try fix it.I never really thought much of it. so just left it be. It's been like this for at a guess, nearly a year.

replaced the Diverter valve today, with again the thanks to Mr vRStu having a spare new diverter valve in his toolbox, as the dealers didn't have any in stock as per usual.

Car now, although always was fast, is now a complete animal !! So much smoother, dam quick, has also improved my cruising mpg by at least 3-4mpg.Car even starts better, and less lumpy.

My error on vcds has now also cured. So must of been low boost that was causing implausible readings at the Pre cat lambda sensor.


Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 22, 2011, 07:07:31 pm
Steve did you just replace it with a diaphragm version or the new revision?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saint Steve on March 22, 2011, 07:14:20 pm
I put back in the same version that was fitted originally. Revision C

Vw didn't have rev D in stock.

I payed Stu a double decker and a packet of salted peanuts for his spare rev C to get me outa trouble. :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 22, 2011, 07:16:13 pm
Shame VW dont accept snacks for payment!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on March 22, 2011, 07:51:43 pm
Aw thought you'd washed it again for a minute.  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 22, 2011, 08:06:36 pm
Aw thought you'd washed it again for a minute.  :grin:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftobkes.othellomaster.com%2Fimages%2F2006%2Fmiddle-finger.jpg&hash=ee40c501355f88db8d383f14ba81b83341dacb6e)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saint Steve on March 22, 2011, 08:08:28 pm
Aw thought you'd washed it again for a minute.  :grin:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftobkes.othellomaster.com%2Fimages%2F2006%2Fmiddle-finger.jpg&hash=ee40c501355f88db8d383f14ba81b83341dacb6e)

:signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on March 22, 2011, 08:14:50 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fmamakittyreviews.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2011%2F01%2FDNF-sad-cat.jpg&hash=5f5748c1705ec2f8cb6a0be53df0e9ff98af162b)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 22, 2011, 08:17:14 pm
 :signLOL:

Still a bit concerned at the tiny cracking noises coming from my front calipers... but they still work 100%  :confused:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Resonance on March 22, 2011, 09:30:54 pm
I didnt... but i might do a how to guide as there doesnt appear to be one! Dead easy... 10 mins!  :happy2:

Go on then if its that easy you won't mind doing a how to guide  :P :notworthy:

Richard
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 23, 2011, 05:24:13 pm
Booked in at BDM on monday to fit this rear ARB that ive had for about 4 months!  :jumpmove:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: RedRobin on March 24, 2011, 10:55:13 am
Aw thought you'd washed it again for a minute.  :grin:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftobkes.othellomaster.com%2Fimages%2F2006%2Fmiddle-finger.jpg&hash=ee40c501355f88db8d383f14ba81b83341dacb6e)

....Oi !! Where did you get that picture of me as a baby!?

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FRedRobin_05%2FRR%2FRR_ForgeCap.jpg&hash=fcafc5ed00cb68cc56815d1b6208f49c1bd01f16)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 24, 2011, 06:04:28 pm
I cannot quite remember... although im sure it would have been in B+W originally!  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: theo on March 24, 2011, 08:15:32 pm
 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: baldwined30 on March 24, 2011, 10:28:37 pm
Think i may need to have a look at this, hasn't felt perfect for a while now! No lights up but you can just tell and since its had everything done recently this may be the problem, looking forward to the how too guide!!! Whats the difference between C and D versions??
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 24, 2011, 11:32:01 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Flh5.ggpht.com%2F_-x267klfZGE%2FSiewjDK556I%2FAAAAAAAAAec%2F5SxhqkXutME%2FDSC_9483.JPG&hash=f99017590a6e8bcce53c7a45d4396c0b38d50cac)

Revision D is on the left!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: RedRobin on March 25, 2011, 12:19:30 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Flh5.ggpht.com%2F_-x267klfZGE%2FSiewjDK556I%2FAAAAAAAAAec%2F5SxhqkXutME%2FDSC_9483.JPG&hash=f99017590a6e8bcce53c7a45d4396c0b38d50cac)

Revision D is on the left!

....That's a very nice shot, Rich  :notworthy: - You didn't just sling 'em down anyhow did ya! Another bit of art  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 25, 2011, 12:27:01 pm
Sorry Robin.. i cant take credit for that photo, just  googled one (albeit a very nice one)

I always mark my photos.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 28, 2011, 04:42:21 pm
Rear Autotech ARB went on this afternoon. At first i wasnt sure it had done anything at all... but a few highspeed corners threw that out of the window!

Thanks to Alex at BDM for fitting it for me!  :drinking:

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: baldwined30 on March 28, 2011, 08:02:03 pm
What is a rear autotech ARB?? Also anyone with autotech internals ever notice a different noise once fitted compared with the standard when pushing on? Just hoping its been fitted right!!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 28, 2011, 08:04:55 pm
Yeah just rear!

Just replied to your email! :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRSAlex on March 28, 2011, 08:23:51 pm
Rear Autotech ARB went on this afternoon. At first i wasnt sure it had done anything at all... but a few highspeed corners threw that out of the window!

Thanks to Alex at BDM for fitting it for me!  :drinking:

Rich

Good to meet you today Rich.  You have a very clean car and Im glad you are enjoying the bar already  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 29, 2011, 05:16:33 pm
You too alex... ill be back thats for sure! Do you do DSG servicing and Cabelts? If you could PM me some prices that would be superb!

I can confirm that the rear bar is working a treat and it definitely feels less prone to understeer (even had the back end out i touch this afternoon)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRSAlex on March 30, 2011, 01:00:36 pm
We can do the dsg service and cambelts.  I will pop you a PM with prices.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 04, 2011, 04:00:00 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm6.static.flickr.com%2F5310%2F5589176680_648bd0476c_z.jpg&hash=7534551c873d6c6c4029443ade76c4e2e6804baf) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/5589176680/)
Cleeeeean (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/5589176680/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Washed clayed polished and collinited!

Only did the front end as it looked like it was gonna rain. Very pleased with the result that the collinite gives, its a pig to remove thought!

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: stealthwolf on April 04, 2011, 04:01:41 pm
I find a microfibre cloth misted with quick detailer spray can help buff off the collinite. The other thing is you don't need to leave it on long before buffing off. I once made the mistake of leaving it on for thirty minutes during the winter time and it was a pig to remove. During the summer, even five minutes can be horrendous.

If you're really struggling, reapply the collinite - the solvents should help dissolve/remove what has dried.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: alexperkins on April 04, 2011, 04:03:50 pm
shiiiiinnneeeyy

I love collinite  :happy2: going to be coating mine up soon.

A good plush cloth (deep microfibre for example) makes removing collinite a breeze
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: RedRobin on April 04, 2011, 05:16:39 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm6.static.flickr.com%2F5310%2F5589176680_648bd0476c_z.jpg&hash=7534551c873d6c6c4029443ade76c4e2e6804baf) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/5589176680/)
Cleeeeean (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/5589176680/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Washed clayed polished and collinited!

Only did the front end as it looked like it was gonna rain. Very pleased with the result that the collinite gives, its a pig to remove thought!

Rich


....I don't believe that is real! You Photoshop'd the bonnet didn't you.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: apollo13 on April 04, 2011, 05:35:46 pm
Very nice Rich  :happy2:

I think someones been bitten by the detailing bug???
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on April 04, 2011, 05:58:32 pm
shiney shiney Rich :notworthy:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 04, 2011, 06:48:50 pm
Very nice Rich  :happy2:

I think someones been bitten by the detailing bug???

Not really... its a pain in the arse of a job! But I suppose it is quite satisfying spending 6 hours cleaning the the paintwork and seeing the results. Shame that tomorrow it will be dirty!  :sad1:

Robin... no photoshop  :smiley:

Thanks andy... you know as well as i do how much of a PITA black cars are.

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Carrera2RS on April 04, 2011, 06:58:37 pm
Looking very nice  :happy2:

I still think you need a tage 1 Revo map  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saint Steve on April 04, 2011, 06:59:14 pm
Looking very nice  :happy2:

I still think you need a tage 1 Revo map  :wink:
He does :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 04, 2011, 07:12:47 pm
Looking very nice  :happy2:

I still think you need a tage 1 Revo map  :wink:
He does :signLOL:

Cleaner car should be good for another 5bhp and 2MPH top speed!  :signLOL:

Think Im gonna go to R-Tech when the time comes!  :happy2:

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Carrera2RS on April 04, 2011, 08:33:31 pm
This R-Tech ?

http://www.r-techpower.co.uk/r-tech-about.htm
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 04, 2011, 08:35:13 pm
Thats the one!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Nickyboy on April 04, 2011, 09:57:49 pm
Love the ed30 badge on the grille, how is it secured? Cheers
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 04, 2011, 10:13:45 pm
Love the ed30 badge on the grille, how is it secured? Cheers

Just with the self adhesive strip on the back... it shows not signs of wanting to fall off after 14k miles!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Nickyboy on April 04, 2011, 11:01:12 pm
Excellent! Time for eBay!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Carrera2RS on April 05, 2011, 05:49:06 am
Thats the one!

Will it be a home spun map or a known make ? 
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 05, 2011, 11:18:39 am
Yeah it will be an R-tech map, they've done quite a few Edition 30s. Whilst I'm sure that REVO are very good and certainly are the lions share on here, in my opinion they are way over priced at nearly 600 quid!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saint Steve on April 05, 2011, 03:41:24 pm
Yeah it will be an R-tech map, they've done quite a few Edition 30s. Whilst I'm sure that REVO are very good and certainly are the lions share on here, in my opinion they are way over priced at nearly 600 quid!

 :congrats:

Bargain mate, and good on you  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: keano on April 05, 2011, 07:29:36 pm
I was down at R-tech the other day Rich.

Nick knows his beans!!!! I'm taking my car for mapping down there from now on.

ps. Want to buy me a hpfp and we can go together then?  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 05, 2011, 07:33:17 pm
I was down at R-tech the other day Rich.

Nick knows his beans!!!! I'm taking my car for mapping down there from now on.

ps. Want to buy me a hpfp and we can go together then?  :grin:

Excellent... ive not heard a bad word about Nicks work. HPFP are flipping pricey arnt they?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: keano on April 05, 2011, 08:32:41 pm
I was down at R-tech the other day Rich.

Nick knows his beans!!!! I'm taking my car for mapping down there from now on.

ps. Want to buy me a hpfp and we can go together then?  :grin:
HPFP are flipping pricey arnt they?

You tell me. You're the one buying it for me  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on April 05, 2011, 09:02:09 pm
Whilst I'm sure that REVO are very good and certainly are the lions share on here, in my opinion they are way over priced at nearly 600 quid!

Exactly the same reason I went with P-Torque (and the fact that I had already had 2 of Will's maps on my old mk4 Ibiza) at half the price with before and after dyno results  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: rich83 on April 18, 2011, 05:15:14 pm
Ok... so within the space of a few months!

Brakes start to make cracking noise... sounds crap... its not right... they shouldnt make that noise!  :sad1:

Rear ARB drop links... sound like shi*te... every speed  bump make me sick to the core!   :sad1:

Went out to wash my car and i've notice that the Powder Coat on the calipers is cracking, they've only been on 4 friking months! Didnt even bother washing it... cant be arsed!  :sad1:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm6.static.flickr.com%2F5104%2F5631821380_bf4d34e1b2_z.jpg&hash=0199a6d156f434a458aa88d3cafe90eb3910a1a0)

Really not good. Im thinking of getting the 312mm put back on because I had ZERO problems with them!  :sad1:
 :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: Hedge on April 18, 2011, 05:55:03 pm
Bummer.  :sad1:

Hang on in there Rich.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: keano on April 18, 2011, 06:03:17 pm


Really not good. Im thinking of getting the 312mm put back on because I had ZERO problems with them!  :sad1:
 :sad1:


Or sell them to a fellow Doncastarian for £13.  :chicken:

Seriously though. You have a fantastic example of a car and I wouldn't let small bits and bobs get in the way of you enjoying it.

Ps. My rear caliper literally flaked off about 3/4 of it's red paint the other day!!  :fighting: :fighting:

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: danishmkvgti on April 18, 2011, 06:26:50 pm
Ok... so within the space of a few months!

Brakes start to make cracking noise... sounds crap... its not right... they shouldnt make that noise!  :sad1:

Rear ARB drop links... sound like shi*te... every speed  bump make me sick to the core!   :sad1:

Went out to wash my car and i've notice that the Powder Coat on the calipers is cracking, they've only been on 4 friking months! Didnt even bother washing it... cant be arsed!  :sad1:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm6.static.flickr.com%2F5104%2F5631821380_bf4d34e1b2_z.jpg&hash=0199a6d156f434a458aa88d3cafe90eb3910a1a0)

Really not good. Im thinking of getting the 312mm put back on because I had ZERO problems with them!  :sad1:
 :sad1:


Sorry to read mate, but i follow you, my gearcable went, then the throttlebody and now my intake manifold runner. At the same time my KW V3 messes up and won't let me adjust ride height, so i know where you comming from  :fighting:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: RedRobin on April 18, 2011, 06:27:58 pm

Rear ARB drop links... sound like shi*te... every speed  bump make me sick to the core!   :sad1:


....Are you sure it's the drop links and not the ARB bushes? Could be a simple matter of greasing.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: TrickGTI on April 18, 2011, 06:28:08 pm
Very sligh keano  :laugh:

They might be problems but they can be rectified fairly cheap and as much as they annoy it gives you a reason to pay some loveing attention to your car  :smiley: and I think everyone knows how happy they are when they fix a problem or add a new part and get that warm fussy feeling  :love:    :ashamed:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: rich83 on April 18, 2011, 06:36:53 pm

Rear ARB drop links... sound like shi*te... every speed  bump make me sick to the core!   :sad1:


....Are you sure it's the drop links and not the ARB bushes? Could be a simple matter of greasing.

The ARB bushes have been greased to death Robin (I can see they have from underneath) Must be the links not liking the extra load from the Autotech ARB.

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: Hedge on April 18, 2011, 07:49:14 pm
You can buy uprated links Neuspeed or similar methinks.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: Hurdy on April 18, 2011, 07:50:39 pm
You shouldn't have any issues with the Autotech ARB's unless you have the weaker brackets, in which case they maybe cracking or have cracked. The noise mine made seem to be similar to what you are describing. I went through 2 sets of brackets with Autotech before they increased the strength of them and then I had no issues whatsoever with them.

Old cracked/broken one v's new one.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ft8%2Fhurdy_album%2FARBBrackets002.jpg&hash=d09bd3ddf43f5b2194fc77502a6782b248937150)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: rich83 on April 18, 2011, 08:16:14 pm
Just checked the ARB bush mounting and they are intact from what i can see.

Pics to follow!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: Carrera2RS on April 18, 2011, 08:27:21 pm
Sorry to hear about the brakes and roll bars mate. I know how frustrating things like this cane be. I am about to fit VWR brakes as I find the stock rather lacking, hopefully you will be able to sort the R32 brakes.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: rich83 on April 18, 2011, 08:44:58 pm
^^ Show off!!  :grin:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm6.static.flickr.com%2F5269%2F5631802715_2d91742824_z.jpg&hash=aa20992be3eb98965883eb1488dd4b2a283cf464)

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Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: rich83 on April 18, 2011, 08:55:37 pm
Hurdy... those look like the hoops for the front ARB, due to the nut on top.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: Andy on April 18, 2011, 09:10:57 pm
sorry to see the paint cracking on them calipers Rich :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: damoegan on April 18, 2011, 09:11:20 pm
Mine is making the same sound but from the front, Rich...

I've checked over all the bushed on the front end and cant find where its coming from. There's a very small movement on the front ARB bush but I dont think its enough to make the sound I'm getting  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: rich83 on April 18, 2011, 11:07:36 pm
^^ Wierd. Dont think there should be any movement on the bushes!

Took Mad_GTi in it tonight and he thought it was bad too.. so not just me!  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: Hurdy on April 18, 2011, 11:29:43 pm
Hurdy... those look like the hoops for the front ARB, due to the nut on top.

Yup it was my fronts what went. The rears have been known to go too. Both are now thicker steel braces. Yours look like the thicker ones :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: rich83 on April 18, 2011, 11:33:16 pm
Well... i bought some BSH drop links with ball joints so if it still creaks after fitting those i'm gonna push it into the thames!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: Hedge on April 18, 2011, 11:35:11 pm
Well... i bought some BSH drop links with ball joints so if it still creaks after fitting those i'm gonna push it into the thames!  :signLOL:

.....too put the flames out I hope. :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: keano on April 18, 2011, 11:38:10 pm
Well... i bought some BSH drop links with ball joints.

Yes you did. About 3 seconds before me!

I really do loathe you Rich  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: rich83 on April 18, 2011, 11:39:53 pm
Sorry mate!  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... really starting to p*ss me off!
Post by: vRSAlex on April 20, 2011, 01:04:56 pm
Those links should hopefully sort out the creaking.  I might knock some up for my car if a get a chance.  Its a nice simple design.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on April 26, 2011, 06:06:59 pm
Right.... i think ive got to the bottom of the noise from the front calipers. Im pretty sure that its the pad clips, as i can almost replicate the noise by pulling on them. One is still cracked... but i dont think i can be bothered to do anything about it... we shall see.

Getting the arb links fitted next week with the help of alexperkins  :happy2:

One last thing.... in the front light console in the roof lining, should i have 3 bulbs? I cant rember what my old car had  :confused:

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: alexperkins on April 26, 2011, 06:18:46 pm
two bulbs in the front, 3 in the back
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on April 26, 2011, 06:19:59 pm
two bulbs in the front, 3 in the back


 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: MattPoss on April 26, 2011, 06:47:10 pm
two bulbs in the front, 3 in the back

Is it not 3 bulbs, a main one and 2 that point to either front seat (like reading lights)?! I'm sure thats what mine has when I took it apart today

Matt
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: alexperkins on April 26, 2011, 06:57:30 pm
Now you making me doubt myself...goes to check
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on April 26, 2011, 08:46:55 pm
Rich, would it not be worth trying a set of OEM Cupra pad clips? Only circa £10 from Dave @ Sere Motors..
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on April 26, 2011, 08:49:18 pm
Rich, would it not be worth trying a set of OEM Cupra pad clips? Only circa £10 from Dave @ Sere Motors..

Ive got some in the loft.  :happy2: I was going to by a complete new set from SERE (carriers and calipers) but I pretty sure its the clips rubbing. I was worried that it might be something more serious  :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on April 26, 2011, 09:16:04 pm
Pretty sure I have a set of OEM clips if you need Rich. I have ran the R clips on my last 2 cars with no problem.  :confused:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 05, 2011, 03:21:04 pm
Ohh well... the BSH links have made it worse! Totally pissed off... 110quid and 1/2 a tank of petrol worse off!  :sick: :sick: :sick:

Anyone want to buy my BSH links??
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on May 05, 2011, 03:25:04 pm
Bummer. Oh well only one thing for it.

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 :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: alexperkins on May 05, 2011, 03:25:18 pm
Was good to see you though   :happy2:

Though I may add I didnt charge £110 to fit them  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 05, 2011, 03:27:17 pm
Just so you can see that im not being "anal" "picky "pedantic"



 :confused:

Alex.. not your fault at all!  :drinking:

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: alexperkins on May 05, 2011, 03:31:01 pm
it might be worth putting some grease in the ball joints on the BSH links to be fair rich as it may have dried out a little
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 05, 2011, 03:37:21 pm
it might be worth putting some grease in the ball joints on the BSH links to be fair rich as it may have dried out a little


Could do... but if i'm gonna have to do it once, chances are i shall have to do it again. Not something I can live with TBH.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: alexperkins on May 05, 2011, 03:39:24 pm
fair point fair point
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 07, 2011, 01:45:51 pm
Creaking noise fixed. The ARB was binding in the bushes  :fighting:

So, took the entire bar off cleaned the bushes, re greased them and replaced the original OEM drop links.

Rattles and creaking gone....... For now!

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: danishmkvgti on May 07, 2011, 01:53:19 pm
excellent and peace of mind,,,, for now  :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 08, 2011, 05:54:15 pm
Been out all day driving around the Yorkshire dales with my bro and a few other RS200 owners. Emptied a full tank of vpower in 230 miles.  :signLOL:

It seems that I've cooked the high temp paint on my discs, because it's now al over my calipers! :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rdfcpete on May 08, 2011, 06:57:15 pm
Pics?  :scared:

Rich I wish you could have some better luck with these bloody brakes.
Each time I read your updates, I remind myself to stop looking at S3 stoppers.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on May 08, 2011, 07:14:28 pm
Rich, are you aware your mugshot is in Golf+ mag this month, along with a few of our cars from jkm's RR day?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keano on May 08, 2011, 07:49:27 pm
Emptied a full tank of vpower in 230 miles.  :signLOL:


Glad I didn't come along today then haha! Noticed V power price has risen again today!!! :stupid:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on May 08, 2011, 08:58:31 pm
230 miles from a tank, you must of been driving sensibly mate  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: George on May 08, 2011, 09:07:38 pm
Hi guys.. only had her 4 weeks and it blows me away every journey!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm5.static.flickr.com%2F4092%2F5022755753_178d9029a8_b.jpg&hash=a16e20d9bcd2ed588e1e1377fa6d13ca82ea9ab9)

2007 DSG, great spec with MFD2, winter pack, dimming and folding mirrors, headlight washers, xenons (i added them) loads more!

Rich


Off topic, but what a stunning photo. Almost tempts me to buy a black ED30  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 08, 2011, 10:24:44 pm
230 miles from a tank, you must of been driving sensibly mate  :laugh:

Of course! 21mpg average. Haha.

Overall I was well chuffed with how my car did, brakes were great and showed very little sign of fading although initial bite seemed to diminish during the day... Not bad for oem pads!

I'd like to try and improve the speed of the turn in, maybe achievable with some alignment tweaking.

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 09, 2011, 05:18:02 pm
Emptied a full tank of vpower in 230 miles.  :signLOL:


Glad I didn't come along today then haha! Noticed V power price has risen again today!!! :stupid:

Yeah not good!  :sad1: but twas epic fun!  :jumping:


Thanks george!  :ashamed:
Rich, are you aware your mugshot is in Golf+ mag this month, along with a few of our cars from jkm's RR day?

 :signLOL:
 
Thanks for the picture message alex... will put it up in a bit!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 09, 2011, 05:32:13 pm
Few pics from sundays little adventure!   :happy2:

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Had to make a little stop because the audi a4 1.8T decided to superheat its water to 130oC  :signLOL:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fpsdickenson%2FButtertubs_2011%2FP1030511.jpg&hash=4a8dccb16eb0994fc2a9ce0fa20fc278d926ebfa)

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Pics courtesy of the chaps over on clio197.net http://clio197.net/forum/showthread.php?t=12727

Epics road... http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?ll=54.359957,-2.195377&spn=0.014229,0.035706&t=h&z=15&lci=com.panoramio.all&layer=c&cbll=54.360057,-2.195154&panoid=uC8J36idXCFF7aYKbDW2WA&cbp=12,62.07,,0,-0.65


Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: a89 on May 09, 2011, 05:49:16 pm

I'd like to try and improve the speed of the turn in


Or through a certain ARB a certain someone is selling!   :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 09, 2011, 08:07:16 pm

I'd like to try and improve the speed of the turn in


Or through a certain ARB a certain someone is selling!   :grin:

Thats what i thought initially... but with fitting and re-alignment, it will just end up costing too much  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: a89 on May 09, 2011, 08:21:15 pm
You have a PM sir.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 09, 2011, 10:31:29 pm
Ive got my autotech arb on the middle setting, thoughts?  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: TagnuT on May 09, 2011, 10:35:13 pm
Few pics from sundays little adventure!   :happy2:

Nice Pics :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Beddie on May 09, 2011, 10:46:13 pm
Ive got my autotech arb on the middle setting, thoughts?  :smiley:

I like a lively rear end on both my women and my cars so i run the bars on the '30 as front soft and the rear on its hardest setting, really helps to bring the rear round and will even pull the front in on lift off if you need it  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Richn83 on May 10, 2011, 09:43:24 am
Bit late now but as for the front lights, MY06 and before had 3 bulbs one for each passenger and general one, after it was dropped to just two one for each passenger.

Sorry to hear about your brake Rich how did you manage to keep up with the Clio's?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 10, 2011, 11:12:28 am
Bit late now but as for the front lights, MY06 and before had 3 bulbs one for each passenger and general one, after it was dropped to just two one for each passenger.

Sorry to hear about your brake Rich how did you manage to keep up with the Clio's?

Ahh thanks for clearing that one up... i was sure my old 2005 car had 3 bulbs!  :signLOL:

Ive got over the caliper coat cracking now, they work and thats the main thing (even though they really shouldnt have cracked at all :fighting: )

Keeping up with the clios was tough, they are just so much more agile (maybe slightly bigger gonads too)... but the advantage of having a turbo is apparent when on the straights. Horses for courses!

Beddie.. i might adjust the rear ARB to stiff when i'm back at home next, see how it effects things.  :happy2:

Funny comment from one of the guys when i had my car on idle to let the turbo cool down "Turn you car off.... it sounds like a diesel"  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Richn83 on May 10, 2011, 11:22:59 am
Bit late now but as for the front lights, MY06 and before had 3 bulbs one for each passenger and general one, after it was dropped to just two one for each passenger.

Sorry to hear about your brake Rich how did you manage to keep up with the Clio's?

Ahh thanks for clearing that one up... i was sure my old 2005 car had 3 bulbs!  :signLOL:

Ive got over the caliper coat cracking now, they work and thats the main thing (even though they really shouldnt have cracked at all :fighting: )

Keeping up with the clios was tough, they are just so much more agile (maybe slightly bigger gonads too)... but the advantage of having a turbo is apparent when on the straights. Horses for courses!

Beddie.. i might adjust the rear ARB to stiff when i'm back at home next, see how it effects things.  :happy2:

Funny comment from one of the guys when i had my car on idle to let the turbo cool down "Turn you car off.... it sounds like a diesel"  :signLOL:

Thats a bit un-called for  :fighting:  did you tell him to put his car back in the cracker it fell out of  :rolleye:  I know its good practise to run the engine after but there is a turbo cooling system built into the GTI it runs one of the pumps cant remember if its the oil or water the wrong way pushing water through the turbo housing until its cool.

As good as the clio's are when on one I know which one I would rather have as a daily and wouldnt want to surrender my low down grunt for high reving lunacy.  you posted in the woking mini meet thread I had the feeling you were up near MK?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 10, 2011, 11:25:09 am
I know... he just had badge envy!  :innocent: Didnt know about that cooling system, good to know  :happy2:

Im in harrow.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 12, 2011, 08:27:22 pm
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+10BHP?  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: alexperkins on May 12, 2011, 08:29:23 pm
+11bhp  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 12, 2011, 08:31:14 pm
Excellent... cant wait for the next RR!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: alexperkins on May 12, 2011, 08:31:58 pm
 :grin:

Ive got a cheeky one on mine now too. Tints dull it down though!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 12, 2011, 08:32:48 pm
:grin:

Ive got a cheeky one on mine now too. Tints dull it down though!

Ive got tints too.. shows through i bit more than i wanted to be honest  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: alexperkins on May 12, 2011, 08:34:25 pm
Thats rather bright for tints!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 12, 2011, 08:50:49 pm
Thats rather bright for tints!

Yeah it is... standard oem privacy glass!  :confused:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 15, 2011, 06:25:51 pm
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Cheeky little pic my bro took when we did the rear ARB
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 21, 2011, 06:16:34 pm
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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Gti_Mad on May 21, 2011, 06:22:19 pm
^^^^^^^^^^ hahhaha quality rich  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 26, 2011, 05:33:41 pm
Dropped her off for a service tomorrow morning.

29K Service
DSG Service (not due but its 4 years old so its just a precaution)
Brake fluid change

£325  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: the bruce on May 26, 2011, 05:53:30 pm
Nice one, Ric !!

 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: JPC on May 26, 2011, 06:21:59 pm
That's a dam good price! My 2nd long life service was 320!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: alexperkins on May 26, 2011, 06:23:41 pm
I wish mine was still on 29k  :signLOL:

Thats a pretty good price considering a garage is doing it
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 26, 2011, 06:29:13 pm
Should have been 430ish... but he said he would do it for 360ish. Then I just asked if that was the best he could do..... didnt have to haggle hard.

Just shows you, all you need to do is ask. We have been using this VW garage since 1994, they look after us.  :happy2: It will be interesting to see if the DSG service and basic settings jobbie makes any noticeable difference.

Alex... mine had 13K on it in September when I got it. You do the math on the fuel, it will make me sick if I think about it!  :signLOL:

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on May 26, 2011, 07:25:47 pm
My dsg service did wonders, gear changes were silky smooth from 1st to 6th and still are over a year on.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 26, 2011, 07:40:03 pm
Good to hear steve  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Richn83 on May 27, 2011, 09:54:45 am
Same here Rich DSG service made a world of difference, if you think about it that fluid has been in yours since it rolled of the production line, and on these DSG boxes they have no fluid seperation between the gearbox and the clutch plates so all the swarf and bits that came off the gears as they bedded in is slushing around in your gear box still and all over your clutch  :sick:  They changed the design with the newer Audi 7 speed londitudinal boxes to have seperate fluid in gears and clutch plates to improve time between servicing!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on May 27, 2011, 03:27:55 pm
All done and dusted. No problems on the report.   :happy2:

Doesnt seems as rapid as I remember, must be that cooking petrol I put in on the A1 the other night.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Andy on May 27, 2011, 08:10:10 pm
arr diesel power :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on June 03, 2011, 10:23:53 pm
Decided to go for a drive. Lovely night for it, crystal clear sky and amazing sunsets.

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GTI Sunset (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/5794817110/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

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GTI Sunset (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/5794815406/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

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GTI Sunset (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/5794259521/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Stumbled on an Aston Martin dealer.

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GTI Aston Martin garage (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/5794815738/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

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Aston Martin Garage (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/5794815954/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Hop you enjoy those...

My brakes dont seem to be as good as I remember... not sure why that is. Fluid was changed last week so it cant be that.


Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Little_Dave on June 04, 2011, 01:00:49 am
Great pics as always Rich  :congrats: Lovely looking car you got there  :drinking:

Dave
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on June 04, 2011, 08:01:52 am
Nice photography rich :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on June 04, 2011, 09:06:25 am
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Good as we've now always come to expect, Rich.

You should email that Aston showroom interior pic to them and ask if they'd like you to take some more (for money so you can then afford some big brakes). It has great atmosphere.

The fact is that OEM GTI brakes are good but not great and you sound as if you've been driving more enthusiastically or perhaps are fresher to the car. Nowadays (this year) I often don't drive for 2 or 3 weeks and then notice things afresh when I do - Nothing I'm not happy with though. I accept that I can't keep up with Stage2 Ed30's! But I can stop better, as Saint Steve knows almost to his/our cost.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: alexperkins on June 04, 2011, 09:10:18 am
It could be the fluid. Was it bled properly with a pressure bleeder?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on June 04, 2011, 09:17:55 am

You should email that Aston showroom interior pic to them and ask if they'd like you to take some more (for money so you can then afford some big brakes). It has great atmosphere.

What to replace his 345mm R32 front stoppers?  :confused: :confused: :confused: .com
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on June 04, 2011, 10:01:37 am
The fact is that OEM GTI brakes are good but not great and you sound as if you've been driving more enthusiastically or perhaps are fresher to the car.

Thats a very true, Robin. We were away camping for 5 days over a very long weekend last week and we took the Mrs' GT Sport (it has the same brakes as the GTI's have), driving over twisty roads over the moors. When we got back and I got in my car I nearly went through the window when I stood on the brakes  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on June 04, 2011, 11:48:40 am
Thanks guys.

Like Hedge says robin, I am on R32 front brakes which I know are not the last word when it comes to brakes. The fluid has been changed by VW last week, I presume the did it right  :confused:. I think i must just be used to them. Im definitely going to get some 'other than OEM' pads when these are shot.

Im really happy with how the car handles even though Ive done very little to it. Much better than what is was when I bought it, although lowering it a touch would improve body roll. The steering still bugs me tho, it just doesnt feel quick enough, like the rack is too long... it just lacks 'immediacy'.

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on June 04, 2011, 07:00:43 pm

Im really happy with how the car handles even though Ive done very little to it. Much better than what is was when I bought it, although lowering it a touch would improve body roll.


....Anti Roll Bars might be a better option.

Sorry, I didn't know you had R32 front brakes.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: a89 on June 05, 2011, 01:41:55 pm
He's also got a rear Autotech ARB.   :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on June 05, 2011, 01:46:36 pm
 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on June 05, 2011, 09:56:08 pm
He's also got a rear Autotech ARB.   :wink:

SHould have bought that front one from you..... damn it!  :sad:


Yep... got a rear ARB, and its on medium. It does feel very balanced in the corners (neither under/over steery)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: a89 on June 05, 2011, 11:47:09 pm
Shoulda, woulda, coulda!  :signLOL:

May find another bargain like your rear though at some point!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on June 06, 2011, 10:02:33 am

Shoulda, woulda, coulda!


....Great song by Bev Knight though there are others by her I like more. Am going to see her later in the year  :notworthy:

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on June 16, 2011, 08:45:05 pm
Anyone seen Volkswagen Drive mag?  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on June 16, 2011, 09:06:09 pm
 :signLOL:

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on June 16, 2011, 09:08:52 pm
Not that one....  the latest one!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on June 16, 2011, 09:09:59 pm
Not got the last one yet, Rich  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on June 16, 2011, 10:07:51 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm3.static.flickr.com%2F2489%2F5840649526_c24914be82_b.jpg&hash=57c6bbc918fd767e0d6b121ca47294bc450dbc0e) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/5840649526/)
Volkswagen Drive Mag (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/5840649526/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: danishmkvgti on June 17, 2011, 11:39:08 am
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm3.static.flickr.com%2F2489%2F5840649526_c24914be82_b.jpg&hash=57c6bbc918fd767e0d6b121ca47294bc450dbc0e) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/5840649526/)
Volkswagen Drive Mag (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/5840649526/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

It hasn't got a crazy dane featured has it?  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on June 17, 2011, 11:50:48 am
I see lots of talk about remaps Rich but nothing yet....  :popcornsoda:  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on June 17, 2011, 04:40:07 pm
I see lots of talk about remaps Rich but nothing yet....  :popcornsoda:  :laugh:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fanothersideoflosangelestours.com%2Fimages%2FF11663891.jpg&hash=84e3b8fc172f304f9c7e01bcb44ddd0f24b658a0)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on June 17, 2011, 08:50:27 pm
 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Frodo-anni on June 17, 2011, 09:25:04 pm
Which copy of the volks driver mag is that? I no longer get a subscription.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: QD MBE on June 17, 2011, 09:33:06 pm
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that is a 105 or 120 not sure, think 105 by the basket size, but doesn't have a scoop, must be yankee................
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on June 17, 2011, 09:40:34 pm
Sorry QD.... youve lost me!  :signLOL:

Its July copy Frodo
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on June 17, 2011, 09:48:32 pm
that is a 105 or 120 not sure, think 105 by the basket size, but doesn't have a scoop, must be yankee................

Spotter alert.  :signLOL:

Oh Rich QD was called Stokaballoon in a previous life.  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: QD MBE on June 17, 2011, 09:51:11 pm
One of my hobbies Rich.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on June 17, 2011, 10:04:31 pm
Ohh i recognise that 'handle' from the mk4 forum.

QD, so do you have your own balloon? And if so whats the celing on it and will it fit a 6 piece band ?  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on June 17, 2011, 10:15:38 pm
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 :notworthy:


Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: QD MBE on June 17, 2011, 10:22:08 pm
 :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Greeners on June 18, 2011, 12:12:30 am
Last years GTI special was better!  :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: janus909GTI on June 28, 2011, 12:57:04 pm
Rich, did  you get your bumpers / skirts coordinated or did it come like that?? i wanted to match mine up but coz they are like dimpled the two bodyshops i visited both advised against me doing it?! any suggestions?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on June 28, 2011, 12:58:51 pm
Thats how they come on the Edition 30 mate  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: stealthwolf on June 28, 2011, 02:23:22 pm
they are like dimpled the two bodyshops i visited both advised against me doing it
:stupid: Have a look at other peoples' cars here. People with standard GTI cars have had their skirts and valances painted. Think they have to be sanded down and primered prior to painting.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on June 28, 2011, 05:54:37 pm

they are like dimpled the two bodyshops i visited both advised against me doing it

 :stupid: Have a look at other peoples' cars here. People with standard GTI cars have had their skirts and valances painted. Think they have to be sanded down and primered prior to painting.


....Some of us have replaced our GTI dimply plastics with OEM R32 ones which come primed ready to paint.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: janus909GTI on June 28, 2011, 09:21:06 pm
now that sounds like a plan robin...however, aint the tailpipe posistioned in the middle on the R32?<>? plus outta interest, how much does it cost?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on June 29, 2011, 08:58:15 pm
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Its only taken me 9 months to get around to sorting out that annoying rattling centre top vent.. touch wood thats the end of it.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on June 29, 2011, 11:03:07 pm

Its only taken me 9 months to get around to sorting out that annoying rattling centre top vent.. touch wood thats the end of it.


....Is that the one on the dashboard or the roof where the specs stowaway is?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on June 29, 2011, 11:05:11 pm
The one on the dashboard robin. Its bugged me for ages, but I'm a bit slow at getting around to these things  :signLOL:

Just need to stop the door mirror adjustment knob from rattling now. Stupid mk5 cheap materials...  :fighting:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: baldwined30 on June 29, 2011, 11:08:43 pm
Guys whats a good intake to go for on an edition 30?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on June 29, 2011, 11:11:07 pm
This thread isnt a question and answers thread, post a new thread up.   :fighting2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: baldwined30 on June 29, 2011, 11:12:14 pm
Im crap!! wouldnt know how too!! sorry!! Just after a bit of info!!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on June 29, 2011, 11:13:13 pm
http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/board,33.0.html

On the right hand side click NEW TOPIC  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on June 30, 2011, 03:04:55 pm
Rich, top dash rattle, you might need a a couple of lolly sticks, to wedge in under the top defuser housing..

Thats were the main creak or rattle comes.. unless yours is in a different place to were im thinking?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Poppa Dom on June 30, 2011, 04:42:58 pm
Steve, I reckon it is the normal fix, demonstrated by post 14 here - http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?p=841910
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on June 30, 2011, 05:03:50 pm
Bummer... still rattles a bit, but its better. Will look into that steve, ta for the link dom  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on June 30, 2011, 05:03:57 pm
Steve, I reckon it is the normal fix, demonstrated by post 14 here - http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?p=841910

http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/90/dsc00477pt8.jpg/

Yes ,where he is pointing, is where i wedged some broken Lolly sticks taped together, and my dashboard is solid  without any creaks.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Poppa Dom on June 30, 2011, 06:18:09 pm
Steve, I reckon it is the normal fix, demonstrated by post 14 here - http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?p=841910

http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/90/dsc00477pt8.jpg/

Yes ,where he is pointing, is where i wedged some broken Lolly sticks taped together, and my dashboard is solid  without any creaks.
I did not have lolly sticks - used a piece of paper folded multiple times - did the trick  :happy2: I think the issue is down to thermal expansion and plastics having different rates at different temps. Mine used to rattle when the AC was off but not when on.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on July 04, 2011, 08:01:16 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdesmond.imageshack.us%2FHimg836%2Fscaled.php%3Fserver%3D836%26amp%3Bfilename%3D5022755753178d9029a8bco.jpg%26amp%3Bres%3Dmedium&hash=2f7c42ade9b6f8f9eea52f8476787d9e9b3911cb)

Cant decide if yellow fogs look cool or ghey!  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: danishmkvgti on July 04, 2011, 08:02:01 pm
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Cant decide if yellow fogs look cool or ghey!  :popcornsoda:

1 vote for ghey  :sick:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 04, 2011, 08:02:45 pm
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Cant decide if yellow fogs look cool or ghey!  :popcornsoda:

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,31826.msg394181.html#msg394181

Me neither
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on July 04, 2011, 08:26:30 pm
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Cant decide if yellow fogs look cool or ghey!  :popcornsoda:

Yellow headlights to match......

Another no vote here
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on July 04, 2011, 08:30:36 pm
Yellow fogs. Gheyer than a night in with Elton and David.  :surprised:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on July 04, 2011, 08:38:13 pm
Right, where do I order the laminx! :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 04, 2011, 08:39:28 pm
Right, where do I order the laminx! :signLOL:

lamin-X.co.uk  :happy2: :happy2:


"fendub" discount code
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keano on July 04, 2011, 09:00:09 pm
Get smoked if any Rich.

Yellow is gay! Used to have em' on the old clio  :sick:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fnickkeane%2Frolling_pics%2Ff90cb7a4-1.jpg&hash=068023d0eeada335a0999ac0a08f4608607e8ed6)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on July 04, 2011, 09:52:55 pm
Im gonna leave it  :happy2:

Just washed my car, it was literally covered in bugs from country road "tw@-age"  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Poppa Dom on July 04, 2011, 10:44:13 pm
Got smoked lamin-x on mine.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on July 28, 2011, 11:05:10 pm
Decided that I must be able to make an in car camera mount with all the camera crap I've got.... so after 20mins gaffing around locating parts!

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Boring video i know.. but just testing! :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Top Cat on July 28, 2011, 11:10:59 pm
That's excellent Rich, the position is spot on as you get to see you driving plus the car and the road.  Is that your 5D.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Beddie on July 28, 2011, 11:11:53 pm
Almost as good as my pikey mount  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on July 28, 2011, 11:20:26 pm
Ta guys... its a bit lower than ideal, but i just need to raise the headrest! Its my Canon G12, so 720P... 5D is way to heavy for in car, as i found out at castle combe (2kg and g force doesn't mix)

Beddie, this is just as cobbled together as yours.  :signLOL:

2 manfrotto clamps linked together. One clamping the headrest pole and  a little camera mount clamped into the other clamp.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm7.static.flickr.com%2F6029%2F5985479413_5d8e7c67d8.jpg&hash=8d88783e835bc10b48d83333b6e230b65744a535) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/5985479413/)
In car Mount (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/5985479413/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr


In-car-pikey-camera-mount-ftw
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 29, 2011, 08:00:03 am

Great work  :congrats:

Thats the kind of view / angle I'd want to record my ace commute but the Cupra doesnt have headrests to mount anything on.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Nasir on July 29, 2011, 11:46:37 am
Love that video, wish there were more like it on Youtube. I think you should make some more  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Black9 on July 29, 2011, 03:28:38 pm
This is a lovely 30, sorry if I missed it but where did u get the carbon air box attachment from? Any gains or noise difference with this fitted? :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on July 29, 2011, 03:40:04 pm
^
Excellent quality (sound and camera steadiness) on that vid, Rich.

I note that you use the correct steering wheel position of quarter-to-three throughout. Is your arm just a tiny bit stretched though? - Should be such that your wrist can rest on the very top of the wheel when you are right back in your seat. Consequently your arms always have a bend at the elbows (equivalent to legs/knees in cycling). I could bore you with the reasons..........
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on July 29, 2011, 06:28:19 pm
Decided that I must be able to make an in car camera mount with all the camera crap I've got.... so after 20mins gaffing around locating parts!

[ Invalid YouTube link ]

Boring video i know.. but just testing! :popcornsoda:

where's the Tony Christie cd?

I fancy a drive in the country now!!!!!.

Nice video matie :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on July 29, 2011, 10:43:07 pm
Nice one,  Rich  :happy2:

I've been thinking up a design for a head rest cam mount to make at work, think I know how I'm going to do it, all done on the the milling machine and will easy hold a DSLR  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Pablos007 on July 30, 2011, 10:56:40 am
 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on July 30, 2011, 11:52:02 am
Thanks guys.

Thanks Robin... yes my seat was in 'cruise' mode  :signLOL:

Steve... i missed a trick there, TC in the background on the next instalment!  :signLOL:

Black9... its a Carbonio intake, but i removed it and sold it as it doesn't make any difference at all.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Frenzy on July 30, 2011, 03:39:45 pm
good vid with excellent visual and sound quality and that was just a test!  :laugh: Would love to see more  :party:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on August 01, 2011, 04:47:01 pm
Ta Frenzy.. more to come for sure!  :happy2:

Stupid front tyres are making horrific vibrations when over a certain speed  :sad1: I  hope the tyres are not misshapen again, will find out tomorrow  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keano on August 01, 2011, 05:11:46 pm
This car sounds like it needs a remap. And a detail :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on August 03, 2011, 12:37:08 pm
Balance has been restored thanks to the guys at wheels in motion  :happy2:

No vibrations now!  :jumpmove:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on August 03, 2011, 01:56:29 pm
Why do WIM remap cars?  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on August 28, 2011, 01:36:52 pm
(almost) A year update....

Still no remap, but its coming. Im buying a Bluefin box off a friend for 100quid so once I've paid SC for the map it should cost me about £300 which is pretty reasonable.

I cannot fault the car at all, it has provided me with 21000 miles of trouble free motoring. Its such a great car to drive quickly as well as pootle along the motorway.

Love it!  :notworthy:

To-do list-
Fit Polar FIS+ box (still at the post office)
Cambelt and water pump (getting the parts from SERE i think)
Bluefin


Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Andy on August 29, 2011, 11:09:24 am
21000 already,look forward to the future mods :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on August 31, 2011, 09:42:31 am
21000 already,look forward to the future mods :happy2:

Well.... 34XXX K on the clock now.

I have to say that these Goodyear F1 Ayssms that i have on the front seem to be loosing tread depth at an alarming rate :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on August 31, 2011, 10:53:09 am
21000 already,look forward to the future mods :happy2:

Well.... 34XXX K on the clock now.

I have to say that these Goodyear F1 Ayssms that i have on the front seem to be loosing tread depth at an alarming rate :scared:

For such a slow car, that's very surprising :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on August 31, 2011, 11:44:45 am
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I could be because my brakes work......  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on August 31, 2011, 11:53:50 am
 :notworthy: :notworthy: :signLOL: :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on August 31, 2011, 08:09:35 pm
I dont own a private race track to need bigger brakes, unless of course you are saying you drive too fast and brake too late on the public's roads Rich and hedge??  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on August 31, 2011, 09:07:54 pm
I like to be able to stop whatever the situation. Whether my making or others.

Why do you need a stage 2 Edition 30 for the trips to the shops?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on August 31, 2011, 09:18:51 pm
Brake late?? I try not to brake at all!!! :star:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on August 31, 2011, 10:12:39 pm
Brake late?? I try not to brake at all!!! :star:

Amen. Nice to have the choice though eh?  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on August 31, 2011, 10:38:57 pm
.
Better to have big brakes and not need them, than to need big brakes and not have them!

You never know when you might need them.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on August 31, 2011, 10:52:56 pm
So eloquently put Robin.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 01, 2011, 07:21:43 pm
I like to be able to stop whatever the situation. Whether my making or others.

Why do you need a stage 2 Edition 30 for the trips to the shops?

I dont Ian, its called a Hyundia i10  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 03, 2011, 04:17:14 pm
Now now girls.  :laugh:

Revo £470
Or
Bulfin £300
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Eddie-NL on September 03, 2011, 04:25:45 pm
bluefin :happy2:

when I fitted cruise in a members ed30 he had bluefin. he took me out for a spin, boy was it fast
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Beddie on September 03, 2011, 04:37:58 pm
Now now girls.  :laugh:

Revo £470
Or
Bulfin £300

I'm sure the Revo boys will tell you otherwise Rich and i would agree with them if you plan on going 2+ but otherwise its Bluefin for me  :happy2:

Despite all the Bluefin hate on here my 'ikkle stage 1 Tuna mobile has been 100% spot on for 50K and 2nd fastest in class at Inters for 2 years running with many a Revo behind...  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keano on September 03, 2011, 04:55:15 pm
Send Dave a message at PDT Rich.

I love mine  :happy2: :happy2: :drool:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 03, 2011, 05:02:18 pm
Isn't he up north though?

Im in Norfolk next week as there is a revo dealer very close!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keano on September 03, 2011, 05:19:42 pm
Yeah in Newcastle.

Worth it
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 03, 2011, 06:01:57 pm
Now now girls.  :laugh:

Revo £470
Or
Bulfin £300

I'm sure the Revo boys will tell you otherwise Rich and i would agree with them if you plan on going 2+ but otherwise its Bluefin for me  :happy2:

Despite all the Bluefin hate on here my 'ikkle stage 1 Tuna mobile has been 100% spot on for 50K and 2nd fastest in class at Inters for 2 years running with many a Revo behind...  :grin:

Totally agree  :happy2:

less aggressive will ultimately give you better traction on the road, too much torque and you'll have wheel hop and wheel spin, unless you plan to modify other parts to try contain it.

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 03, 2011, 08:40:05 pm
Hmmmm food for thought!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Beddie on September 03, 2011, 08:46:22 pm
One of the things that swung the Bluefin for me was the fact you always retain the original VW map in unmolested form, with Revo (at least at the time i mapped mine) the original map was lost forever and replaced with Revo's interpretation of the original file,
Not such a huge issue now that the warranty is a thing of the past but i still prefer it the SC way if i'm honest  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on September 04, 2011, 10:39:42 am
Isn't he up north though?

Im in Norfolk next week as there is a revo dealer very close!

I believe that PDT also has a branch down London way, too  :happy2:

Or you cant go wrong with Bill @ Badger5 (in Gloucester) or Will @ P-Torque (Wolverhampton)..
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 09, 2011, 12:35:17 pm
Sh1t the bed!!!! :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Andy on September 09, 2011, 01:57:06 pm
get Dave to do it and on your way past you can drop that thing into me your selling :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 09, 2011, 02:09:16 pm
Too late.... :driver:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: big al on September 09, 2011, 02:12:56 pm
Too late.... :driver:

Which did you go for? :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 09, 2011, 02:24:29 pm
Too late.... :driver:

Which did you go for? :smiley:

I'm not saying.... I don't want a 4 page remap argument.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Andy on September 09, 2011, 02:25:14 pm
story of my life :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on September 09, 2011, 02:37:18 pm
Too late.... :driver:

Which did you go for? :smiley:

I'm not saying.... I don't want a 4 page remap argument.

Gizza clue then.  :party:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 09, 2011, 03:03:35 pm
Anyone got any custard creams? :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Richn83 on September 09, 2011, 03:28:32 pm
I reckon super chips after his interest on the last page!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 09, 2011, 04:34:07 pm
Too late.... :driver:

Which did you go for? :smiley:

I'm not saying.... I don't want a 4 page remap argument.

I was thinking maybe 6 or more actually  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Poppa Dom on September 09, 2011, 05:31:10 pm
Vieuzu?  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 09, 2011, 05:37:25 pm

Hope it's not one of those gay V8 sound boxes lol  :driver:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 09, 2011, 05:51:44 pm
Vieuzu?  :signLOL:

That was Chipped UK dom wasnt it?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on September 09, 2011, 08:27:34 pm
Busted.  :laugh:

B6 T6 F9.

Sometime pulling back timing but I was running a dodgy mix of fuel.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 09, 2011, 08:31:39 pm
Make that 12 pages of remap argument :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on September 09, 2011, 08:31:45 pm
Busted.  :laugh:

B6 T6 F9.

Sometime pulling back timing but I was running a dodgy mix of fuel.

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 09, 2011, 08:32:30 pm
Ahh, detective hedge... :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on September 09, 2011, 08:33:38 pm
Just out of interest Rich, where did you get it done?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 09, 2011, 08:34:44 pm
Clive Atthowe in Norwich... Nice guys and seem to know there stuff
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Poppa Dom on September 09, 2011, 08:47:08 pm
 :happy2: Welcome to the remap club - how are you finding it?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 09, 2011, 08:57:50 pm
Rapid... Goes through the DSG box so quickly. I thought as I have had the car a year it deserved a present.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Poppa Dom on September 09, 2011, 08:59:33 pm
Sounds like a good enough reason  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: maxload on September 09, 2011, 10:28:56 pm
Rapid... Goes through the DSG box so quickly. I thought as I have had the car a year it deserved a present.

And what a great treat for your ed30 , stage1 is awesome :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: baldwined30 on September 10, 2011, 09:57:24 am
Stage 1 is always the best! I would have loved to have gone standard to 2+, plenty of people that do! that must think there xmas's have all come at once!!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 11, 2011, 10:29:56 am
New problem. Front end traction.... I feel like I've opened a very large car of worms.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Andy on September 11, 2011, 10:31:52 am
Yeah you will need tyres quicker now :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on September 11, 2011, 10:44:55 am
New problem. Front end traction.... I feel like I've opened a very large car of worms.  :signLOL:

It took you a year to get a remap and about 2 days to realise you playing a whole new ball game now  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: MAT ED30 on September 11, 2011, 10:48:17 am
You need a diff  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 11, 2011, 10:51:17 am
New problem. Front end traction.... I feel like I've opened a very large car of worms.  :signLOL:

It took you a year to get a remap and about 2 days to realise you playing a whole new ball game now  :signLOL:

True....

Can't afford a diff mat, although I did think about it for a brief moment   :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: MAT ED30 on September 11, 2011, 10:54:02 am
You go the walk kit on yours? Polly bush the front a little as it helps loads
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 11, 2011, 11:15:20 am
Yes got the WALK kit, will give the polybush idea a thinking through.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on September 11, 2011, 11:21:23 am
Just remember Rich. Power is nothing without control.  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 11, 2011, 12:26:57 pm
Just remember Rich. Power is nothing without control.  :wink:

So true....  I honestly don't know how anyone running stage 2 or 2+ manages to keep it in check (on stock chassis and brakes). Personally, stage one feels like it's on the edge of what the chassis can take.

Or am I just being a big girls blouse? :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Gti_Mad on September 11, 2011, 12:28:53 pm
your jus being a big girls blouse Rich my stage 2 is fine  :signLOL:  makes my apr rsc sound immense 2  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 11, 2011, 12:32:57 pm
Yeah but what happens when you hit a corner at stage 2 speeds??  :popcornsoda:

(apart from having to get your seat re-upholstered) LOL
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: vRSAlex on September 11, 2011, 12:36:58 pm

Or am I just being a big girls blouse? :signLOL:

A little bit. :P

You will soon get used to controlling the power.  It's like rediscovering the car all over again.

Stage 2+ soon then with linear throttle!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 11, 2011, 12:59:38 pm
I've also noticed that the DSG box changes down less when you accelerate, which is quite deceptive in terms of how the car gains speed.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on September 11, 2011, 03:22:52 pm

I've also noticed that the DSG box changes down less when you accelerate, which is quite deceptive in terms of how the car gains speed.


....Drive in Manual mode and just keep D-mode for town and traffic crawls.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 11, 2011, 04:11:20 pm
Just remember Rich. Power is nothing without control.  :wink:

So true....  I honestly don't know how anyone running stage 2 or 2+ manages to keep it in check (on stock chassis and brakes). Personally, stage one feels like it's on the edge of what the chassis can take.

Or am I just being a big girls blouse? :signLOL:

big girls blouse I say  :signLOL:

Livin life to the Max on my stock brakes :driver:  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 12, 2011, 11:01:39 am
Just remember Rich. Power is nothing without control.  :wink:

So true....  I honestly don't know how anyone running stage 2 or 2+ manages to keep it in check (on stock chassis and brakes). Personally, stage one feels like it's on the edge of what the chassis can take.

Or am I just being a big girls blouse? :signLOL:

big girls blouse I say  :signLOL:

Livin life to the Max on borrowed time on my stock brakes :driver:  :P

AHEM

Just been out and it does just sub 5.5 seconds 0-60
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 12, 2011, 11:42:48 am


A tentative start, didn't want to leave 1/2 my tyres behind me on the road  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on September 12, 2011, 11:48:33 am
^
I don't want to piss on your parade, Rich, but the OEM speedo is not accurate or reliable. You need the sort of equipment which Hurdy had in his Ed30 for accurate performance data.

Either way, your car is now very much faster and more fun.  :happy2: :pomppomp: :jumpmove:

Milltek? Brakes? Suspension?  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 12, 2011, 11:50:01 am
^
I don't want to piss on your parade, Rich, but the OEM speedo is not accurate or reliable. You need the sort of equipment which Hurdy had in his Ed30 for accurate performance data.

Either way, your car is now very much faster and more fun.  :happy2: :pomppomp: :jumpmove:

Milltek? Brakes? Suspension?  :evilgrin:

No.....  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 12, 2011, 11:56:31 am


A tentative start, didn't want to leave 1/2 my Clutch behind me on the road  :signLOL:

AHEM   :laugh:

Thank the lord you have DSG :notworthy:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 12, 2011, 12:04:13 pm
Poor launch..... I know :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: the bruce on September 13, 2011, 11:36:16 am
LSD !!!  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 13, 2011, 01:03:06 pm
Just realised that the video was taken in sport mode which is why it changes to 2nd before the rev limiter  :indifferent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: maxload on September 13, 2011, 02:38:50 pm
excuses excuses  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 13, 2011, 03:26:42 pm
Bloody hell!!!

Engine management light has come on. System rich on idle, occurrence 1.

Luckily I was 2 minutes from VAGCO, simon who was very helpful cleared the code. Need to keep and eye on that, he thinks it's cos I was on crappy 95.

Full tank of vpower now.

Fingers crossed.

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on September 13, 2011, 04:23:46 pm

...cos I was on crappy 95.

Full tank of vpower now.


....What on earth were you doing running on crappy 95!?

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FRedRobin_05%2FRED_INK%2FV-Power_FuelPassion.jpg&hash=56af14bbbc04b08b24b0485632a6f24152417563)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 13, 2011, 06:08:52 pm
 :booty:>>>> you need Serious slapping rich :fighting:   :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 13, 2011, 06:30:57 pm
 :signLOL:  I was doing a long schlep, and didn't see  the point of putting in 99!

Gonna do some logging at the end of this week once a tank of v-power has gone through. Probably change the timing setting down to 5.

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: maxload on September 13, 2011, 07:31:14 pm
These engines love some 99ron. Run it on 95 and you'll notice a loss of mpg and performance  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on September 13, 2011, 08:15:44 pm
95RON  :fighting: come one, Rich  :chicken:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 13, 2011, 08:21:07 pm
I know I know....  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on September 13, 2011, 11:04:08 pm
.
Seriously, Rich - Most remaps are written for higher RON such as V-Power and not for 95 - You ain't doing your car any favours while you run 95. The only excuse is in emergency because you didn't plan your journey's fuel stops properly.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 13, 2011, 11:07:52 pm
.
Seriously, Rich - Most remaps are written for higher RON such as V-Power and not for 95 - You ain't doing your car any favours while you run 95. The only excuse is in emergency because you didn't plan your journey's fuel stops properly.

I didn't  have the map when I filled up with 95 dad..... :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on September 13, 2011, 11:15:31 pm
.
Seriously, Rich - Most remaps are written for higher RON such as V-Power and not for 95 - You ain't doing your car any favours while you run 95. The only excuse is in emergency because you didn't plan your journey's fuel stops properly.


I didn't  have the map when I filled up with 95 dad..... :signLOL:


....That's not a good enough excuse, my boy.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 14, 2011, 03:32:38 pm
No fault codes today and it chomping nicely on the vpower. It's stupidly quick compared to stock.  :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keano on September 14, 2011, 03:38:48 pm
Now all you need is an exhaust, coilovers, intake..... Etc.  :grin: :grin: :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 14, 2011, 03:46:15 pm
Now all you need is an exhaust, coilovers, intake..... Etc.  :grin: :grin: :evilgrin:

Negative... :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Carrera2RS on September 14, 2011, 03:53:04 pm
Glad you have 'found' REVO....Are you runnig stage 1 or 2 ? and do you have a TBE !?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 14, 2011, 04:03:09 pm
Just stage one, no other engine mods. IMO stage 2 would need a BBK and a decent set of coilovers on top of the TBE and intake. So that's what... 3000 quid. Not possible.

I'm happy with in now. :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 14, 2011, 11:07:04 pm
Ohh   F.... F.... S

RAGE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  :sick:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: MAT ED30 on September 14, 2011, 11:11:24 pm
whats up ?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 14, 2011, 11:14:12 pm
EML back on again....   :fighting: :fighting: :fighting:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: MAT ED30 on September 14, 2011, 11:16:02 pm
you got vag com to turn it off ? it will be down to the 95ron you had in it before
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 14, 2011, 11:20:53 pm
I don't have the cable till thursday night... will have to run up to VAGCO again tomorrow.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Carrera2RS on September 14, 2011, 11:21:11 pm
I'm sure it's an easy fix, it might be worth unplugging the battery ?

BBK, PSS10, TT bottom arms, WALK, Miltek TBE, decent tyres and you will smile again  :smiley:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fyy277%2FIWCDoppel%2FP1010511.jpg&hash=612ce8425c10774689b160ab41171e56d5e3891d)

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 15, 2011, 12:01:35 am
Gonna set it to B6 T5 F9 tomorrow hopefully and get the code reset, hopefully that will sort it out.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 15, 2011, 07:09:30 am
 :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 15, 2011, 07:17:27 am

Hope you get it sorted Rich.  Mad how poorly they can get if caught short with 95ron  :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 15, 2011, 01:26:22 pm
Changed the settings down to B6 T5 F9.

Awaiting a call back from Kev at REVO.  :popcorn soda:

You know that feeling you get..... yeah that one....  :sick:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 15, 2011, 03:44:40 pm
It appears that the wrong software has been loaded on. They made some alterations to the map due to issues in south africa, and those new bits of code don't like the UK it would appear!  :confused:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 15, 2011, 03:46:33 pm
I'm sure it's an easy fix, it might be worth unplugging the battery ?

BBK, PSS10, TT bottom arms, WALK, Miltek TBE, decent tyres and you will smile again  :smiley:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fyy277%2FIWCDoppel%2FP1010511.jpg&hash=612ce8425c10774689b160ab41171e56d5e3891d)



I absolute love that... :love:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: MAT ED30 on September 15, 2011, 03:47:32 pm
Don't worry mate revo will sort you out  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 15, 2011, 04:09:32 pm
Going to up (down) to REVO HQ on monday... they are going to sort it out for me (I should have gone direct in the first place)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 15, 2011, 04:14:17 pm
Didnt alot of people at Inters have the very same issue after their remap with Revo aswell?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 15, 2011, 04:16:39 pm
Didnt alot of people at Inters have the very same issue after their remap with Revo aswell?

Correct... i think that was mostly Stage 2 software.
 
I can't say I'm happy to be honest, but Carl at revo has assured me that "[we] will look after you"
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: MAT ED30 on September 15, 2011, 04:49:31 pm
He will mate Carl is a good guy and will go out with you in the car and make 100% sure your car is running 100% don't worry
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Carrera2RS on September 15, 2011, 05:38:45 pm
The REVO support I had was top draw. When I was finding the car running very poorly with the Twintercooler, fluffy, hesitant and flat above 5,500 I took it to REVO and they did a full engine and software test. They then checked all readings after the road test, loaded different settings and I tried 8,6,9 7,6,9 and then back to 6,5,9 the charge Zero even though it was not a map issue.

For me 6,59 is perfect. It's responsive, crisp, smooth and very clean and strong all the way through to the red line

Don't save up for a Forge twintercooler, I have since found out this is not unusual to have unexplained problems on some cars !


Didnt alot of people at Inters have the very same issue after their remap with Revo aswell?

Correct... i think that was mostly Stage 2 software.
 
I can't say I'm happy to be honest, but Carl at revo has assured me that "[we] will look after you"
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 15, 2011, 05:40:30 pm

If I had to choose a cooler again it would be THS as its the same size if not fractionally bigger withour APR added tax
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 15, 2011, 07:53:55 pm
Very reassuring to hear guys thanks.

It pulls superbly, my mate thinks it's absolutely bonkers! :driver:

At least once revo have seen it it, it should be 100%. Might get the oil changed too fairly soon too as a precaution.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 16, 2011, 01:26:03 pm
Revision D diverter valve ordered, so that should be on tomorrow hopefully.

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: maxload on September 16, 2011, 01:33:34 pm
Better to be safe than sorry mate. They have a nasty habbit of blowing after a map. I had mine fitted the same time as my remap... :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 17, 2011, 11:25:33 am
Changed the DV this morning. Cant say i can tell a difference to be honest, but at least there is nothing to split now.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Carrera2RS on September 17, 2011, 01:28:25 pm
When are you booked in at Revo ?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 17, 2011, 02:03:13 pm
When are you booked in at Revo ?

Monday at 11am.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 17, 2011, 03:24:56 pm
Used my brothers Bluetooth OBDII reader this morning and it calculated 6sec 0-60 (wet and lots of wheel spin) and 280bhp. Approximations of course.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Carrera2RS on September 17, 2011, 07:50:14 pm
You can take my car up the road on Wednesday if you like see what a TBE exhaust n K&N filter do with similar settings and Revo stage 2
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 17, 2011, 08:07:11 pm
You can take my car up the road on Wednesday if you like see what a TBE exhaust n K&N filter do with similar settings and Revo stage 2

Thanks for the offer Carrera, but I'm working in Cardiff Tuesday-sat.  :drinking:

I've been in a blufin stage 2 car and that was very quick, I bet revo is quicker though.....  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 17, 2011, 08:36:25 pm
You can take my car up the road on Wednesday if you like see what a TBE exhaust n K&N filter do with similar settings and Revo stage 2

Thanks for the offer Carrera, but I'm working in Cardiff Tuesday-sat.  :drinking:

I've been in a blufin stage 2 car and that was very quick, I bet revo is quicker though.....  :popcornsoda:
:innocent:


Not always rich, power is nothing without traction  :laugh:

Revo maybe more agresive , but if the tyres can't handle it, won't help you pull away  :wink:


But you know this was coming :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 17, 2011, 09:01:52 pm
I know steve.... my post was tongue in cheek.  :happy2:

The Goodyear F1s suddenly don't seem quite as good now.  :rolleye:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on September 17, 2011, 10:00:14 pm
Not always rich, power is nothing without traction  :laugh:

Or good brakes.  :smiley:  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 17, 2011, 11:11:17 pm
Not always rich, power is nothing without traction  :laugh:

Or good brakes.  :smiley:  :popcornsoda:

  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 19, 2011, 01:09:44 pm
Just got back from REVO HQ.  :jumpmove:

The correct software has been loaded on and set to B6 T4 F9, it pulls very very well. I also managed to come away with the DSG remap software too....  :innocent:

The noise on full boost has been confirmed as wastegate regulating boost pressure (just as PDT thought). I may have a problem with the seals on the fuel pump (slight smell of fuel in the oil) even though Carl logged the rail pressure and said it measured what he expected from an OEM pump. So ill get the oil changed asap and keep and eye on it to see if it is been contaminated, if it is then its a new pump   :scared:, its only done 36000 miles....

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 19, 2011, 01:47:33 pm
Whats the biggest difference youve noticed with the dsg remap Rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 19, 2011, 01:53:26 pm
Whats the biggest difference youve noticed with the dsg remap Rich?

It seems to be a noticably smoother Steve, especially when changing down gear in M. Ive only driven down the M1 back home so far, so will let you know how I get on with it.  :happy2:

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 19, 2011, 02:00:43 pm
 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 19, 2011, 06:16:16 pm
Rang VW to see how much an oil change would be.... £129  :scared:

So i drove to VW to pick up an oil filter, sump plug and 5L of oil... grand total of £36. My local garage will change the oil for £40.  £50 saving cannot be sniffed at  :happy2:

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 19, 2011, 06:27:48 pm
Rang VW to see how much an oil change would be.... £129  :scared:

So i drove to VW to pick up an oil filter, sump plug and 5L of oil... grand total of £36. My local garage will change the oil for £40.  £50 saving cannot be sniffed at  :happy2:

Rich

Does the VW stamp in the service book hold that much of a premium?  :surprised:

I do it myself at 5k intervals and independent specialist at 10k as part of service.  Halfords & OPIE oils have regular deals  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 19, 2011, 06:29:33 pm
Not really... because this is a interim oil change, when I get it serviced properly ill take it to VW in Doncaster (or possibly Simon) and get a good deal and a stamp  :happy2:

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Carrera2RS on September 19, 2011, 07:53:51 pm
Very glad all is sorted  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 19, 2011, 11:43:45 pm
Me too... Carl at revo was great to deal with, i should have gone straight to them in the first place. Uust fingers crossed that the HPFP seals are ok.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 20, 2011, 10:36:55 am
Note to self - OEM HPFP 06F 127 025 K £148 + VAT

Not too bad I don't suppose.  :smiley:

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 20, 2011, 11:42:44 am
The ham fisted knob head who changed my oil has snapped the engine cover... and then tried to let me leave without telling me.

Good job i looked under the bonnet to check it all.  :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting:

I point blank demanded a new engine cover, so one has been ordered. I cannot believe it... utter RAGE at the mechanic who when i confronted him about it, just didn't seem to give 2 poo poos that he had snapped it "yeah, its really hard to get off"  :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: RAGE!

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: gulfstream11 on September 20, 2011, 12:28:13 pm
Was this VW Doncaster..? :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on September 20, 2011, 06:18:17 pm
The ham fisted knob head who changed my oil has snapped the engine cover.

Where did you go in the end Rich, Back Street Motors 'r' us?

Sounds like a bit of a nugget and probably not someone I would want working on my car. Hopefully now you will have one to chop when you fit the intake.  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 20, 2011, 06:46:32 pm
I foolishly tooh it to clowns r us thinking they couldn't possibly mess it up!

Problem is that it's broken from the oil filler hole upwards.... It's no use to man nor beast.

The oil still smells a bit fuelly, so I'm presuming that's just normal as it's just been changed!

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: QD MBE on September 20, 2011, 07:28:38 pm
Note to self - OEM HPFP 06F 127 025 K £148 + VAT

Not too bad I don't suppose.  :smiley:

Rich

New pump for sale...........

http://www.vagoc.co.uk/vb/showthread.php?p=125589#post125589 (http://www.vagoc.co.uk/vb/showthread.php?p=125589#post125589)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: chungster on September 20, 2011, 07:42:08 pm
See Rich....u "saved" £50 but look what's happened! All the Rage and crap from having to deal with muppets.

Where did you go in the first place for Revo map then....wrong map was installed???   :stupid:

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 20, 2011, 07:57:13 pm
Yeah I know Lee... School boy error. Never again.

The wrong map was installed because they had not received the Updated one from REVO. I've come away with free DSG software so I'm not fussed. Clive atthowe Norwich loaded it.

Thanks QD, isnt he on this forum I recognise that blue Porsche. :-)

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: vRSAlex on September 20, 2011, 08:05:34 pm
I have to ask why the cover was removed if you were just having an oil change?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 20, 2011, 08:08:55 pm
I have no idea alex.... The guy was a total muppet. Never again. How can an oil change present such a problem, it must be page one of "how to be a mechanic"

Lesson learnt!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on September 20, 2011, 08:19:51 pm
I have to ask why the cover was removed if you were just having an oil change?

Good point, well made.  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 20, 2011, 08:22:20 pm
Looking for the oil filter no doubt.....
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 20, 2011, 08:25:42 pm
Ok guys...........  :-(

Anyway, the revo map is superb and the DSG software seems good too, not sure it's worth the 250+ price tag though, but I wasn't gonna turn it down. (I have lost the DSG fart in manual mode, presumably due to the shorter shift duration)

Rich
(using trusted garages from now until the end of time)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Edition_30_P on September 20, 2011, 08:26:18 pm
Note to self - OEM HPFP 06F 127 025 K £148 + VAT

Not too bad I don't suppose.  :smiley:

Rich

Theres a new one over VAGOC for £65  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 20, 2011, 08:26:35 pm
Looking for the oil filter no doubt.....

Looking for his brain more like....
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on September 21, 2011, 08:21:24 am

and the DSG software seems good too, not sure it's worth the 250+ price tag though, but I wasn't gonna turn it down. (I have lost the DSG fart in manual mode, presumably due to the shorter shift duration)


....I feel the same about the DSG software - A lot to pay for something very subtle. However, if it produced results which were in yer face there'd be something wrong somewhere!

[dad mode] Using which garages/workshops is all about people and Trust. We learn by our mistakes [/dad mode]
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 27, 2011, 02:19:48 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm7.static.flickr.com%2F6177%2F6188373665_38f01e8e3a_z.jpg&hash=027ff0eda1754b2029b66da57eac8ca360160d8a) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6188373665/)
Broken GTI engine cover (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6188373665/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

 :fighting:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 27, 2011, 02:25:48 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm7.static.flickr.com%2F6174%2F6188377953_82d45f074c_z.jpg&hash=7b3e51880dcd7fbd685296eb3b5b8b23db951d24) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6188377953/)
New GTI engine cover (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6188377953/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

 :happy2:

I also took an executive decision to bin the ITG panel filter because it was covered in tar and filthy, so I'm back on paper filters from now on (unless I get an intake)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on September 27, 2011, 06:26:26 pm

I also took an executive decision to bin the ITG panel filter because it was covered in tar and filthy, so I'm back on paper filters from now on (unless I get an intake)


....Just change the OEM paper filter very regularly, say every 10,000 miles. My ITG got filthy too - I guess it was doing its job well.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: baldwined30 on September 27, 2011, 06:30:23 pm
INTAKE!!!!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keano on September 27, 2011, 06:32:57 pm
INTAKE!!!!

 :drinking: :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on September 27, 2011, 07:41:12 pm
TWINTAKE!!!!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keano on September 27, 2011, 07:41:56 pm
TWINTAKE!!!!

WINtake!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on September 27, 2011, 07:46:53 pm
.
What every musician needs and you're a musician who likes to blow, Rich!:



I'm confident that Tony Christie will be impressed  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 27, 2011, 08:19:45 pm
....... I'll have a think.....  :-)

(I did promise that I wouldn't do anything else to my car, here we go.....)

Will the twintake get me to Amarillo?


.:Tapatalk:.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 27, 2011, 08:29:04 pm
...........robins giving out his medication again  :signLOL:

don't do it Rich  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 27, 2011, 08:33:55 pm
I had a little fun with a Nissan 350z today. I had 4 people in the car and he was just nosing ahead. Not bad for a measly 2.0 with a hairdryer stuck on it.


.:Tapatalk:.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on September 27, 2011, 08:34:33 pm
don't do it Rich  :laugh:

Do it, Rich  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 27, 2011, 08:36:49 pm
I had a little fun with a Nissan 350z today. I had 4 people in the car and he was just nosing ahead. Not bad for a measly 2.0 with a hairdryer stuck on it.


.:Tapatalk:.
get them on a diet.... A 370z couldn't catch me up my drive the other week :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Gti_Mad on September 27, 2011, 08:38:27 pm
...........robins giving out his medication again  :signLOL:

don't do it Rich  :laugh:

you feelin ok steve your normally tellin people 2 spend there money  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 27, 2011, 08:42:05 pm
...........robins giving out his medication again  :signLOL:

don't do it Rich  :laugh:

you feelin ok steve your normally tellin people 2 spend there money  :signLOL:
...........robins giving out his medication again  :signLOL:

don't do it Rich  :laugh:

you feelin ok steve your normally tellin people 2 spend there money  :signLOL:

 :innocent:
 :signLOL:



Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 27, 2011, 08:46:01 pm
I had a little fun with a Nissan 350z today. I had 4 people in the car and he was just nosing ahead. Not bad for a measly 2.0 with a hairdryer stuck on it.


.:Tapatalk:.
get them on a diet.... A 370z couldn't catch me up my drive the other week :signLOL:

Haha... You've got a few more ponies than me steve. If i was on my own I think Id have had it ( I had a good 35 stone ballast.)

I did think today that my car felt a little flat, not as keen as it has done.I'm not sure why that is.

Still loving it..... Its such great all round car. :-)


.:Tapatalk:.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 27, 2011, 08:47:23 pm
Indeed mate, tis a lovely car :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: QD MBE on September 27, 2011, 09:31:37 pm
I had a little fun with a Nissan 350z today. I had 4 people in the car and he was just nosing ahead. Not bad for a measly 2.0 with a hairdryer stuck on it.


.:Tapatalk:.
get them on a diet.... A 370z couldn't catch me up my drive the other week :signLOL:

Perhaps the Nissans both had problems........................
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Mandy on September 27, 2011, 09:42:15 pm
I had a little fun with a Nissan 350z today. I had 4 people in the car and he was just nosing ahead. Not bad for a measly 2.0 with a hairdryer stuck on it.


.:Tapatalk:.
get them on a diet.... A 370z couldn't catch me up my drive the other week :signLOL:

Perhaps the Nissans both had problems........................

..... Perhaps it's Steve's super duper Bluefin map...  :laugh:  :grin:  :pomppomp:

don't do it Rich  :laugh:

Do it, Rich  :signLOL:

x2  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keano on September 27, 2011, 09:54:58 pm
A good friend of mine has a 350z. I was able to pull on him a fair bit from about 20 to 70 on Thursday.

I imagine it will be your heavy ass passengers Rich.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on September 27, 2011, 10:06:21 pm
My mates 350z would nose ahead. Well it does have a couple of turbos and 500 ponies.  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Saint Steve on September 28, 2011, 07:10:43 am
I had a little fun with a Nissan 350z today. I had 4 people in the car and he was just nosing ahead. Not bad for a measly 2.0 with a hairdryer stuck on it.



.:Tapatalk:.
get them on a diet.... A 370z couldn't catch me up my drive the other week :signLOL:

Perhaps the Nissans both had problems........................

..... Perhaps it's Steve's super duper Bluefin map...  :laugh:  :grin:  :pomppomp:

don't do it Rich  :laugh:

Do it, Rich  :signLOL:

x2  :happy2:

Yes it's nice to have a remap that works  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: richtung on September 28, 2011, 07:59:49 am
The ham fisted knob head who changed my oil has snapped the engine cover... and then tried to let me leave without telling me.

Good job i looked under the bonnet to check it all.  :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting:

I point blank demanded a new engine cover, so one has been ordered. I cannot believe it... utter RAGE at the mechanic who when i confronted him about it, just didn't seem to give 2 poo poos that he had snapped it "yeah, its really hard to get off"  :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: RAGE!

Rich

hmm, maybe my suggestion of National tyres doing the oil change for you wasnt THAT bad Rich.. im glad you got it sorted though! :happy2:

just out of interest, what oil did VW they supply you with - was it the quantum stuff?

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on September 28, 2011, 10:43:01 am
Very possibly Rich....   :booty:

Quantum Platinum.... supposedly not brilliant oil, but for 23quid for 5L its a bargin. My car will need servicing in about 2500miles time so ill get it replaced with some better oil then  :happy2:

A good friend of mine has a 350z. I was able to pull on him a fair bit from about 20 to 70 on Thursday.

I imagine it will be your heavy ass passengers Rich.

I think so too mate... there was very little in it and he didn't look very impressed  :signLOL:

My mates 350z would nose ahead. Well it does have a couple of turbos and 500 ponies.  :wink:

Haha... yeah that might just have the legs on a 2.0T

Over and out.
Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 06, 2011, 08:50:23 pm
Going to BDM for my cambelt change in the morning. Up at 7am :-(

Ive been driving on borrowed time for quite a while so it's well over due *flame suit*


I'll be taking my car to R-tech In a few weeks to put it on the rolling road, ill see what nick makes of my revo setting and see if I can squeeze any more out of it timing wise, now it's running on vpower 100% :-)

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keano on October 06, 2011, 09:00:01 pm
Up at 7? That's a bloomin' lay in for me you dosser! haha  :grin:

Where abouts is BDM? You should buy the intake while ur down there. It's awesome  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: stealthwolf on October 06, 2011, 09:04:29 pm
BDM is in Milton Keynes. The roundabouts are great fun. Until you get lost!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: baldwined30 on October 06, 2011, 09:08:41 pm
A good friend of mine has a 350z. I was able to pull on him a fair bit from about 20 to 70 on Thursday.

I imagine it will be your heavy ass passengers Rich.

Wonder what it would have been like after 70? Oh well guess we will never know!!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on October 06, 2011, 09:10:38 pm
Up at 7? That's a bloomin' lay in for me you dosser! haha  :grin:

+1 youe lazy git, Rich  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keano on October 06, 2011, 09:11:13 pm
A good friend of mine has a 350z. I was able to pull on him a fair bit from about 20 to 70 on Thursday.

I imagine it will be your heavy ass passengers Rich.

Wonder what it would have been like after 70? Oh well guess we will never know!!


Never done over 70 matey  :innocent: :chicken:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 06, 2011, 09:24:25 pm
Do these cars go over 70??

7 am is early for me, ive got to do harrow to Milton Keynes to harrow to Brighton.... Tomorrow is gonna hurt, both the mind an the wallet.

I'm gonna need 4 new tyres soon too... The fronts have taken an absolute battering since the remap. :-)

Now do I go Goodyear F1 v1, or F1 v2??
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Beddie on October 07, 2011, 12:05:57 am
Do these cars go over 170??



Just about Rich...  :wink: :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 07, 2011, 06:50:37 pm
All done. Cambelt, pump and aux belt. The old belt was I'm pretty good nick but the consequence of it breaking obviously isn't good.


Alex says my oil smells fine, so that's saves me the cost of a fuel pump and fitting :-)

Ta alex. (sorry for giving you a boring job on a Friday morning)

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on October 07, 2011, 06:56:35 pm

Tomorrow is gonna hurt, both the mind an the wallet.

I'm gonna need 4 new tyres soon too... The fronts have taken an absolute battering since the remap. :-)

Now do I go Goodyear F1 v1, or F1 v2??


....Both GY F1 v1 and v2 are very good (asymmetrics) but v2 likely to be better as technology never stands still.

[I need to think of a price for my Monza's - I haven't forgotten you but am mindful of the damage to your wallet today]

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 07, 2011, 06:58:06 pm
That's true robin.... I'll see what the damages is on them both and make a decision.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: xr2 crazy on October 07, 2011, 11:40:55 pm
love the interior in the ed30  :notworthy:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 08, 2011, 12:13:53 am
I didn't like the tartan to start with, but it's a grower!! Its a great place to be apart from the rattles!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: xr2 crazy on October 08, 2011, 12:35:42 am
I didn't like the tartan to start with, but it's a grower!! Its a great place to be apart from the rattles!

loved the seats from when i first started looking for a mk5 :notworthy:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keano on October 08, 2011, 08:02:16 am
....but it's a grower!! Its a great place to be

That's what I tell the mrs!!  :jumpmove:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 13, 2011, 09:08:25 pm
Booked in at r-tech for a RR session on Wednesday.  :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 15, 2011, 02:49:25 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftapatalk.com%2Fmu%2F5284d7a4-8f25-62d4.jpg&hash=2a0cd21119ddb62d9f6e56fb9061b5add3f6ddf5)

Don't you just love it when your brother cleans your car for you?? :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 19, 2011, 12:04:56 pm
289bhp and 296ftlbs

Misfire on cylinder 3 stored in the ECU :-/
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keano on October 19, 2011, 01:12:25 pm
I'll send you details for the VIP misfire club Rich.

You found out what it is?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 19, 2011, 01:36:16 pm
It could be a result of old plugs.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on October 19, 2011, 05:29:38 pm

It could be a result of old plugs.


....On a performance modded 2.0T FSI it's a good maintenance plan to renew your plugs every 20k miles regardless. It'll help keep her running sweet  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on October 19, 2011, 07:44:43 pm
289bhp and 296ftlbs

Misfire on cylinder 3 stored in the ECU :-/

It's normally cylinder 3 that highlights misfires. Did you get the mileage from when the fault was stored?

Could be a result of some sh*te petrol that you are fond of using.  :laugh:

Clear it and see if it comes back in a week or so.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: chungster on October 19, 2011, 07:52:56 pm
where's the graph???
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 19, 2011, 07:54:44 pm
Could be hedge. The misfire happened about 300 miles ago, but
I cannot remember any hesitation. Nik said that it could even have occurred on idle.

The fault was cleared and on 3 dyno runs it didn't pop back up.

Nik is a genius and a very nice chap to boot.... I kind of regret not waiting and getting one of his maps.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 19, 2011, 07:56:14 pm
where's the graph???

Nik is gonna post one when he has time. If not I'll take a photo of it tomorrow. :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on October 19, 2011, 08:01:01 pm
I wouldn't worry about it Rich but as others have said.

 :worthless:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 19, 2011, 08:06:14 pm
I wouldn't worry about it Rich but as others have said.

 :worthless:

 :booty:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: R-tech-Nick on October 19, 2011, 09:56:34 pm
where's the graph???

Nik is gonna post one when he has time. If not I'll take a photo of it tomorrow. :-)

Graph is on my USB stick.....at work still  :ashamed:  sorry.  I will get the JPEG posted up tomorrow for you.

It was nice to meet you today Rich its always good to put a face to a user name.  Thanks for the hobnobs they kept us going all afternoon while custom mapping Chris's Golf or should I say spending 6 hours on his peak torque missfire. :jumping: He drove 250miles a very happy bunny 245bhp/277lbft albeit with the fuel pump and boost hoses from my car. :sad1:

If you get anymore missfire issues let me know and I try and help you.

Nick :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 20, 2011, 08:29:21 pm
Thanks nik :-)

Im gonna email revo and see what can do done about the accelerator "switch", and see how much it will cost to alter it ;-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: R-tech-Nick on October 21, 2011, 07:28:23 pm
Sorry its a tad late, been stacked out.
Just to point out when we runa  car on our dyno we dont use software filters to smooth the graph unlike some dyno setups.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fhh252%2FRtechremaps%2FE30REVODSGMAP.jpg&hash=7c7c0690c644a8134577e3ec4585cbf298ce377f)
 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 21, 2011, 07:46:16 pm
Thanks nik :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: chungster on October 22, 2011, 10:08:34 am
Looks good Rich. Classic Revo curve that!

 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 22, 2011, 02:04:41 pm
Ta lee. Someone was quizzing me on it because the lines don't cross at 5252rpm... I suppose that just because they are on separate scales?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: stealthwolf on October 22, 2011, 02:11:59 pm
the lines don't cross at 5252rpm... I suppose that just because they are on separate scales?
Yup. Did a quick'n'dirty graph in excel and they cross just over the 5000rpm mark. So had they been on the same scale (like JKM do), you'd have been able to see them crossing over at the correct point.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: chungster on October 22, 2011, 03:49:09 pm
Personally I hate the way that graph is presented with the 2 different scales on the left.

Simple single scale with both lines using it would be fine, just like DD / Maha / Dastek

AMD uses 2 scales ( but it's clearer one on right one on left) But that R Tech one is the worst I've seen yet. IMO of course

Still as long as u can decipher it then that's ok!



Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 22, 2011, 03:58:33 pm
I suppose nik can present the data with various scales. Maybe that's just a default.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 31, 2011, 03:49:56 pm
Had a little issue today.

Decided to have a traffic light GP with a 250 motorbike this afternoon and my EML started flashing and then went out. I drove the rest of my journey and couldn't replicate this.

Is this a misfire warning? I don't have VCDS with me at the moment.

:-(
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: R-tech-Nick on October 31, 2011, 05:09:53 pm
If your ever passing by I will plug vcds inyou. :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: MAT ED30 on October 31, 2011, 05:55:45 pm
If your ever passing by I will plug vcds inyou. :happy2:


That might hurt a bit  :signLOL: wander what codes will show up  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 31, 2011, 06:12:44 pm
Full of shi# probably!!! LOL

Nik, I should have thought, I could have swung by you today. Thanks for the offer mate. :-)

I'm 99% sure it's misfire, cos im on 4.5 year old spark plugs.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: R-tech-Nick on October 31, 2011, 06:50:59 pm
Full of shi# probably!!! LOL

Nik, I should have thought, I could have swung by you today. Thanks for the offer mate. :-)

I'm 99% sure it's misfire, cos im on 4.5 year old spark plugs.

everyone is welcome for a plug in any time....... as long as they are armed with hobnobs... :party:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 31, 2011, 09:48:05 pm
Another biscuity bargain from R-Tech :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: chungster on October 31, 2011, 09:54:22 pm
how come you've not changed the plugs yet rich?

4 years / 40k miles isn't it??

oh and u sure it wasn't the ESP that flashed up temporarily when u launched it off the lights?  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on October 31, 2011, 10:03:44 pm
I was told plugs were 60k? (admittedly by VW garage)

They are getting done ASAP as well as a service :-)

Defo the EML light Lee.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: chungster on October 31, 2011, 10:25:31 pm
Hmm is it the air filter at 40k then??

But thought my plugs service is the big one at 40k miles, just when my SMT deal has finished !
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 01, 2011, 09:09:03 am
Could be mate not sure. 20 or 40.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on November 01, 2011, 09:33:02 am

I was told plugs were 60k? (admittedly by VW garage)


....NOT on a tuned car! Fresh plugs every 20k is my advice.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 01, 2011, 10:53:06 am
Yes, as you've mentioned before robin ;-)

Only had it mapped a few thousand miles, but the cars done 38k so they will be getting done. Let's hope that sorts it! If not I'll get the remap removed, I can't be bothered with fault finding on a car that I need to be 100% reliable.

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: damoegan on November 01, 2011, 05:54:52 pm
I've never had a set of plugs longer that 10-12k. For the price of a set its just not worth leaving them in any longer  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 02, 2011, 06:28:10 am
Full of shi# probably!!! LOL

Nik, I should have thought, I could have swung by you today. Thanks for the offer mate. :-)

I'm 99% sure it's misfire, cos im on 4.5 year old spark plugs.

 :surprised:  :scared: 
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 10, 2011, 05:34:05 pm
Booked in with Simon at VAGCO on Tuesday for a 40K service, oil, filters (except air filter) and SPARK PLUGS!! ;-)

Hopefully that should fix this hesitation/misfire issue.

(BDMalex... Sorry I couldn't book in with you in dec. I'm all over the place at the moment so just getting it done when I can cram it it)

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: vRSAlex on November 10, 2011, 09:45:19 pm
Booked in with Simon at VAGCO on Tuesday for a 40K service, oil, filters (except air filter) and SPARK PLUGS!! ;-)

Hopefully that should fix this hesitation/misfire issue.

(BDMalex... Sorry I couldn't book in with you in dec. I'm all over the place at the moment so just getting it done when I can cram it it)

Rich

Rubbish!  Are you not down this way at all?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 10, 2011, 10:00:45 pm
Well... I don't know... Works always up in the air/random/here there and everywhere.  Sorry I know I did semi-promise you the work. :-(

I'll be in touch in the new year because I want me geo. changing :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 10, 2011, 10:08:15 pm
Well... I don't know... Works always up in the air/random/here there and everywhere.  Sorry I know I did semi-promise you the work. :-(

I'll be in touch in the new year because I want me geo. changing :-)

+1 Alex.

I want to raise the car a little bit and sell if I can see the ally Cupra lower arms and fit TT ones.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 11, 2011, 09:48:15 pm
Mike when are you back in the UK... Let's try and hook up at BDM at the same time. :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 11, 2011, 09:59:35 pm
Mike when are you back in the UK... Let's try and hook up at BDM at the same time. :-)

December, visit to BDM will be end of Jan  :happy2:  look forward to a brew and chin wag  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 11, 2011, 10:10:31 pm
Sounds good. Keep me in the loop mate. :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 13, 2011, 02:41:16 pm
Time to attack my car.... probably done 2500miles in 3 weeks and its not been washed.  :surprised:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg9.imageshack.us%2Fimg9%2F8854%2Fphoto1nau.jpg&hash=2dd318648827052d09ffc570bf63e78236a9a81b)
Before and after

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg405.imageshack.us%2Fimg405%2F5589%2Fphoto2qi.jpg&hash=14ee9d568c898ec9226bd985cbad520f127e8b54)
Dirt off all the leather bits and steering wheel.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 13, 2011, 02:42:25 pm

Where those mats from Rich?  :party:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: stealthwolf on November 13, 2011, 02:44:56 pm
They're OEM ED30 mats.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 13, 2011, 02:45:49 pm

Where those mats from Rich?  :party:

OEM ones mike... came with the car!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 13, 2011, 02:48:56 pm
They're OEM ED30 mats.

Nice PN anyone?

Ugh rich I'm gonna go and take a baby wipe to my steering wheel!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 13, 2011, 02:50:31 pm
They're OEM ED30 mats.

Nice PN anyone?

Ugh rich I'm gonna go and take a baby wipe to my steering wheel!

Not sure about the PN mate sorry.

You don't realise how much cack is on the S/W  :sick:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on November 13, 2011, 04:36:36 pm

Where those mats from Rich?  :party:


OEM ones mike... came with the car!  :happy2:


....No, not those  :rolleye:

Where did you get the grey mat with the Greek Key pattern? - I want one.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 13, 2011, 04:54:34 pm
Before
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Ewwwww... not good!  :sick:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg84.imageshack.us%2Fimg84%2F6875%2Fphoto2al.jpg&hash=4a240d65474b79c298f71ef7c0f2bbc08c799e30)

Snow Foam
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg823.imageshack.us%2Fimg823%2F5739%2Fphoto3jcl.jpg&hash=bf76372e3f81cdd1e36b3cf1be281f34cbc3e9be)

Done
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 :smiley: :smiley: :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 13, 2011, 04:56:36 pm
Robin.. ill ask my parents, and see how much they want for it.  :happy2:

 :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 13, 2011, 05:38:09 pm
Gonna bite the bullet and get 4 of these tomorrow.

http://www.camskill.co.uk/m61b0s134p78805/GOODYEAR_TYRES_CAR_GOODYEAR_EAGLE_F1_ASYMMETRIC_2_-_225_40R18_92Y_XL_TL_

I have been very impressed with the F1 V1s, so I'm gonna give these a bash and see how they compare.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 13, 2011, 05:43:00 pm

Had the original ones a couple of times and rate them, look forward to your thoughts on the new ones!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: RedRobin on November 13, 2011, 05:55:35 pm

Had the original ones a couple of times and rate them, look forward to your thoughts on the new ones!


.... x 2   :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 14, 2011, 10:05:46 am
I'll let you guys know :-)

Just to follow up from my EML (aka REVO light) flashing. It was a misfire ( as I predicted) on cylinder 4.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 14, 2011, 10:21:29 am

 :sick:

Fixed?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 14, 2011, 10:32:26 am
Hopefully will be fixed tomorrow morning. :happy2:

I might get Simon to check my fuel pump cam follower too.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keano on November 14, 2011, 12:24:59 pm
 :sad1: bad news rich.

Is it all sorted?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 14, 2011, 12:43:12 pm
Should be by tomorrow mate. Lets see how it goes.  :happy2:

Just been out and polished the front end and given it 2 coats of Collinite 476. Ive managed to get the worst of the crap off the front now, it was covered in stuck on bugs/bird pap marks!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 14, 2011, 12:48:35 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm7.static.flickr.com%2F6215%2F6344163178_8e880117c8_b.jpg&hash=d2982af80ac96a213d1a3a7be6ef7c0a9ae7e804) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6344163178/)
Waxed Front (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6344163178/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Photos cover a multitude of sins.... bumper and bonnet need a respray,  nearly 30K of motorway miles has taken its toll. :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on November 14, 2011, 12:57:05 pm
I was wondering what to expect when I saw Waxed Front.  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 14, 2011, 01:04:15 pm
I was wondering what to expect when I saw Waxed Front.  :wink:

LOL... the water just drips off....   :chicken:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 14, 2011, 01:19:26 pm
 :signLOL: its ok, don't worry!  :happy2:

Speaking about part numbers.. has anyone got one for the cam follower?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tamiyoman on November 14, 2011, 01:22:53 pm
I think its 06D 109 309 C

Remember seeing it in this post by our very own TFSI-Mike http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,32336.0.html hope thats the right one?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 14, 2011, 01:25:33 pm
Cam Follower 06D109309C £19.20

I think its 06D 109 309 C

Remember seeing it in this post by our very own TFSI-Mike http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,32336.0.html hope thats the right one?

Forgot posting that lol
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 14, 2011, 01:32:50 pm
I think its 06D 109 309 C

Remember seeing it in this post by our very own TFSI-Mike http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,32336.0.html hope thats the right one?

Great... thanks you both!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 15, 2011, 09:38:45 am
Cars in for service as i write this.

Something tells me that these new spark plugs are not going to fix this hesitation problem. REVOs phone number is on my speed dial.....
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on November 15, 2011, 10:05:43 am
Just take the EML bulb out.  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 15, 2011, 10:16:07 am
Just take the EML bulb out.  :laugh:

Its a good job you're here to help....    :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on November 15, 2011, 11:10:46 am
 :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keano on November 15, 2011, 12:04:16 pm
Have the coil packs been changed rich?

That cured my misfire  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 15, 2011, 01:22:33 pm
They are on revision F mate. So yes they have, but there is revision G now.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 15, 2011, 02:55:48 pm
All done.  :happy2:

Having driven home it seems much happier to rev now with zero hesitation, but I suppose time will tell. Simon at VACGO was great, top bloke and a superb price that I doubt anyone else could get anywhere near.

Old Plug
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg137.imageshack.us%2Fimg137%2F6362%2Fphotoydt.jpg&hash=2eb20525ff80760e76e9d2baab4d6ac1cdc5a8f9)

Plugs changed for NKG platinum ones, which are the ones he recommends so we shall see how they go.

Problem sorted...... for the time being!

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 15, 2011, 03:07:37 pm

+1 for Sy  :congrats:

Glad your happy with her Rich  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 15, 2011, 03:13:22 pm

+1 for Sy  :congrats:

Glad your happy with her Rich  :smiley:

 :love:

Ive been driving around on half throttle for the last 2 weeks, so you can imagine.....  :driver:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 15, 2011, 03:17:38 pm
They are on revision F mate. So yes they have, but there is revision G now.

Didn't know there was a rev G.... Cheers for the info
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 15, 2011, 09:39:33 pm
Not sure what difference there is...
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2011, 12:17:16 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm7.static.flickr.com%2F6047%2F6349626253_003279da22_b.jpg&hash=9a1cc5fc98dde24ec27adedcb4e1508a46af0ea6)

Polished and Collinite 476 should see it through the winter.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 16, 2011, 12:22:50 pm

Feckin superb  :congrats:

Mines getting some winter protection over xmas if nick had time and the weather presents an opportunity.
With all the family madness and the no shampoo on public roads law  :fighting: havent had time to even show her the jet wash in the last few weeks  :sad:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2011, 12:26:05 pm
Ta Mike.. it looks better than what it actually is in really life. It should make it a little easier to clean.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on November 16, 2011, 12:27:00 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm7.static.flickr.com%2F6047%2F6349626253_003279da22_b.jpg&hash=9a1cc5fc98dde24ec27adedcb4e1508a46af0ea6)

Polished and Collinite 476 should see it through the winter.  :happy2:

Got some after shots for us.  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Mandy on November 16, 2011, 12:33:05 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm7.static.flickr.com%2F6047%2F6349626253_003279da22_b.jpg&hash=9a1cc5fc98dde24ec27adedcb4e1508a46af0ea6)

Polished and Collinite 476 should see it through the winter.  :happy2:

Wow, looks like a mirror!  :congrats:

Me and my bf recently used Collinite 476 on our golfs too, will see if it lasts a full year, as stated on the tin lol.  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Hedge on November 16, 2011, 12:35:16 pm
Me and my bf recently used Collinite 476 on our golfs too, will see if it lasts a full year, as stated on the tin lol.  :grin:

Yes just don't wash it for a year.  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2011, 01:38:15 pm

Polished and Collinite 476 should see it through the winter.  :happy2:

Got some after shots for us.  :popcornsoda:

Sarcasm is the lowest form of whit....    :grin:

Mandy, this stuff is good, but id say its more likely to last 3 months. Its a good product though, dead easy to put on a remove... and water sheets of it very nicely.  :happy2:


Just been out for a country drive, no hesitation or REVO light.  :jumping:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keano on November 16, 2011, 04:22:50 pm

Polished and Collinite 476 should see it through the winter.  :happy2:

Got some after shots for us.  :popcornsoda:

Sarcasm is the lowest form of whit....    :grin:

Mandy, this stuff is good, but id say its more likely to last 3 months. Its a good product though, dead easy to put on a remove... and water sheets of it very nicely.  :happy2:


Just been out for a country drive, no hesitation or REVO light.  :jumping:


Yet....

 :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keendean on November 16, 2011, 05:06:05 pm
Hey Rich, your car is looking good :) You have a few mods I'd like WALK,rear ARB,but more than anything your brakes.
Very Jealous, I'll get another ED30 one day  :smiley:

But just bought a stage 2+ Gti off the forum (Jussa's car), the brakes are shocking though, my Anni's brakes are loads better, either that or the Gti is quicker.
I'm going for DS2500 pads on standard disks, to see if it improves them.
Was going to for the Neuspeed discharge pipe,but brakes need to come first  :driver:
Hope all is well.

Dean
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2011, 05:09:46 pm
Keano.... im touching all the wood in sight!   :signLOL:

Thanks Keendean. Im sure your 2+ GTI is a fair bit faster than your anni mate. DS2500 are highly rated on here, and my brothers got them in his clio RS200 and he rates them very highly.

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keendean on November 16, 2011, 05:13:53 pm
Had to sell the Neuspeed I bought from you after selling the ED30, but luckily enough my new GTi has an ITG induction which sounds good :)
Going from an oil burner is a slight shocker to Optimax :)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2011, 05:15:25 pm
Neuspeed? From me? or did you mean keano?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keendean on November 16, 2011, 05:20:01 pm
From you a good few months ago :)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2011, 05:22:56 pm
From you a good few months ago :)

Ive never had and neuspeed equipment.  :stupid:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: keendean on November 16, 2011, 05:23:38 pm
whoops another rich,with a black ed30,sorry :ashamed:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2011, 05:26:32 pm
 :signLOL:

No probs... it can be confusing on here... some parts have been on about 3/4 cars!  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 21, 2011, 02:34:02 am
Hit 40,000 miles the other day. So that's 27k since last September.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Grande_GTi on November 21, 2011, 02:46:44 pm
Rather Lush is this :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tamiyoman on November 21, 2011, 05:44:31 pm
My 08 plate Eddie hit 40K on monday and promptly started saying xxx days to service or 700 miles (xxx as I forgot how many days it was, it was either 76 or 176 i think), nice bill for £580 coming up soon then  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 21, 2011, 05:48:48 pm
Luckily I've just had mine serviced. It's running sweet as a nut now.

I'm thinking of performing a DSG reset when I get chance, 1st gear seems to have got a bit jerky.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: rich83 on November 21, 2011, 05:49:09 pm
Rather Lush is this :happy2:

Thanks Ricky!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: stuartDLK on November 21, 2011, 05:50:07 pm
Simply beautiful!  :love:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30!
Post by: Tamiyoman on November 21, 2011, 05:51:34 pm
Luckily I've just had mine serviced. It's running sweet as a nut now.

I'm thinking of performing a DSG reset when I get chance, 1st gear seems to have got a bit jerky.

My own DSG can jerk from reverse into 1st if you rush it, take your time and its fine, and the car had new DSG mechatronics under warranty 6 weeks ago!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... IronX FTW!
Post by: rich83 on November 25, 2011, 03:24:12 pm
Just been out of try out out my new products.

Tardis is ok but I can say I'm blown away by its results. Maybe there wasn't was much tar on them as i thought there would be.

Iron-X is absolutely superb, I cannot recommend it highly enough I urge you all to by some.


Before
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7028%2F6399964749_1b8ba71f10_z.jpg&hash=e9fa388a44d4e2efa7f87327da340ccf2779c2cd) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6399964749/)
1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6399964749/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Letting Billbery do its thing.
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm7.staticflickr.com%2F6034%2F6399964185_834bb3463d_z.jpg&hash=4436a2596486f101df4dbe3210d4418c75d679ed) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6399964185/)
2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6399964185/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7027%2F6399963011_4ccf1994a3_z.jpg&hash=6461d765fdd94712cb60231b7da2ee7ccbd220a6) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6399963011/)
3 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6399963011/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Time for the Iron X...

WOW... ok, lot of crap coming out here!  :surprised:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7155%2F6399962385_467c6d3f9d_z.jpg&hash=33612f6f126c83e6100cc4e0f4d13bbe8cd80118) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6399962385/)
4 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6399962385/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

'Scene' shot......  :signLOL:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm7.staticflickr.com%2F6120%2F6399963707_706b5e9edd_z.jpg&hash=13fea1ba18b412f3c018171a8078f41d75fa8ae9) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6399963707/)
5 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6399963707/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Not perfect... but good enough for 4 1/2 year old abused wheels.
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7018%2F6399961529_932e71245a_z.jpg&hash=bf5bb0c9412b3fedc78e2d86634d9300104f1b4d) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6399961529/)
6 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6399961529/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm7.staticflickr.com%2F6223%2F6399960749_6505067504_z.jpg&hash=f78ffb0e3fa5df0027583980810fcf2f4fdd8c08) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6399960749/)
7 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6399960749/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... IronX FTW!
Post by: stealthwolf on November 25, 2011, 03:27:27 pm
Did you find the smell was like rotting eggs mixed with perfume?  :sick:

Also with Tardis, I find agitating it with a Tardis-soaked cloth works better than spray on/rinse off.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... IronX FTW!
Post by: rich83 on November 25, 2011, 03:33:16 pm
Smell like vomit breath mate... but it works extremely well!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... IronX FTW!
Post by: flyboy1976 on November 25, 2011, 03:48:54 pm
Rich it was me that Keendean boought the Neuspeed from.....(Dean your mind is shot pal lol) :fighting:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... IronX FTW!
Post by: rich83 on November 25, 2011, 03:53:28 pm
Rich it was me that Keendean boought the Neuspeed from.....(Dean your mind is shot pal lol) :fighting:

Ahhh.. ok.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... IronX FTW!
Post by: DonalM on November 25, 2011, 06:33:30 pm
IronX is savage stuff.

Wait until you use it on your paint it will take off contaminents you'd never dream of seeing, or hope to get with a clay bar.

As above with the Tardis, agitation is key.

Nice work.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... IronX FTW!
Post by: rich83 on November 25, 2011, 08:46:17 pm
I'm going to head up to REVO soon and get the linear throttle map put on. I'll report back.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... IronX FTW!
Post by: rdfcpete on November 26, 2011, 12:06:14 am
I'm going to head up to REVO soon and get the linear throttle map put on. I'll report back.

 :happy2: Music to das ears.

Revo Stg1 with a progressive map is my next mod too Rich so I'll be scoping your feedback.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... IronX FTW!
Post by: R-tech-Nick on November 26, 2011, 03:00:18 pm
I'm going to head up to REVO soon and get the linear throttle map put on. I'll report back.

 :happy2: Music to das ears.

Revo Stg1 with a progressive map is my next mod too Rich so I'll be scoping your feedback.

nicking my map ideas!!!!!    Hope all goes well it should transform your car.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... IronX FTW!
Post by: maxload on November 26, 2011, 03:13:01 pm
I'm going to head up to REVO soon and get the linear throttle map put on. I'll report back.

This is a new one on me. Could you explain the revo linear throttle map  - cheers  :drinking:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... IronX FTW!
Post by: rich83 on November 26, 2011, 03:23:49 pm
It means that where ever you position the throttle that's exactly what you get. 25% throttle and you get 25% as opposed to about 40% as it seems with the standard revo throttle map.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... IronX FTW!
Post by: Hedge on November 26, 2011, 06:57:05 pm
I'm going to head up to REVO soon and get the linear throttle map put on. I'll report back.

 :happy2: Music to das ears.

Revo Stg1 with a progressive map is my next mod too Rich so I'll be scoping your feedback.

nicking  my map ideas!!!!!    Hope all goes well it should transform your car.

First time for everything.  :wink: :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... IronX FTW!
Post by: chris s on November 26, 2011, 07:02:24 pm
IronX is savage stuff.

Wait until you use it on your paint it will take off contaminents you'd never dream of seeing, or hope to get with a clay bar.

As above with the Tardis, agitation is key.

Nice work.

Just orders some Iron X and a clay bar.... do people think I should just try the Iron X first to try and remove some "staining" on the front and rear bumpers?  Or should I use the clay bar first???
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... IronX FTW!
Post by: rich83 on November 26, 2011, 07:03:22 pm
I would say ironx first then clay
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... IronX FTW!
Post by: maxload on November 26, 2011, 07:23:31 pm
It means that where ever you position the throttle that's exactly what you get. 25% throttle and you get 25% as opposed to about 40% as it seems with the standard revo throttle map.

I think with an aggresive map like revo , this sounds like a must have mod. Thanks for the explanation buddy  :drinking:

Oh and IronX FTW  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... Linear throttle map!
Post by: rich83 on November 29, 2011, 02:12:26 pm
Took a little trip up to REVO today to get this put on. First impressions are that it makes the car much more controllable. The first 50% of the throttle travel is now much less sensitive, and makes depressing the accelerator a much more progressive experience.

Will give more feedback once I've driven it a bit more.

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... Linear throttle map!
Post by: DJM on November 29, 2011, 06:47:51 pm
Took a little trip up to REVO today to get this put on. First impressions are that it makes the car much more controllable. The first 50% of the throttle travel is now much less sensitive, and makes depressing the accelerator a much more progressive experience.

Will give more feedback once I've driven it a bit more.

Rich

Was speaking to Nick @ R Tech about this when my car was there, sounds interesting. Keen to see what you make of it after driving the car a bit more. Bet it would help greatly in second gear accelerating.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... Linear throttle map!
Post by: mark53 on November 29, 2011, 07:10:50 pm
How long has this new map been out ?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... Linear throttle map!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 29, 2011, 07:11:40 pm

The throttle pedal map been out for ages  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... Linear throttle map!
Post by: mark53 on November 29, 2011, 07:16:13 pm
So how do I no which map iv got? I had my car mapped about a month ago at revo (Stage one )
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... Linear throttle map!
Post by: rich83 on November 29, 2011, 07:19:17 pm
How long has this new map been out ?

Yeah the linear throttle file has been available for a while as Mike says. I don't know why one earth they don't put this on as part of the general maps. Speaking to Carl, he admits that the standard throttle map (REVO maps don't adjust the throttle map from stock settings) is far too aggressive.

Seems as though people don't know about it really. Its something that I had heard mentioned a few times before by the likes tony_danza and the mk4 track bora guys. I just couldn't live with the switch-like throttle.

So how do I no which map iv got? I had my car mapped about a month ago at revo (Stage one )

I'm 99.9% sure you will have the standard throttle map.

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... Linear throttle map!
Post by: chris s on November 29, 2011, 07:25:22 pm
An interesting read, i am on revo stage two, did you have to pay extra for this? Also did they mention if any revo dealer can install the map?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... Linear throttle map!
Post by: rich83 on November 29, 2011, 07:38:59 pm
Unfortunately yes, 50+VAT

But then again I did get DSG software FOC, so all in all I'm still happy customer.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... Linear throttle map!
Post by: damoegan on November 29, 2011, 07:43:54 pm
Will @ P-Torque does this type of map too, Rich.

I had it at stage 2 on the Ibiza and I've got it on the ED30  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... Linear throttle map!
Post by: rich83 on November 29, 2011, 07:46:26 pm
Yeah, most decent mapping companies do it too. I know that Nick @ R-tech is a big fan of linear throttle maps.... *ahem*
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... Linear throttle map!
Post by: maxload on November 29, 2011, 08:20:57 pm
I have a revo stage1 map  , the throttle respone at the moment is very aggresive. You barely need to touch the peddle and your wheel spinning. The linear map (which i was unaware of) sounds exactly what the car needs. Progresive aceleration through control of the peddle  :driver:
I'll be booking in with jkm as soon as ...
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... Linear throttle map!
Post by: R-tech-Nick on November 29, 2011, 09:16:42 pm
Yeah, most decent mapping companies do it too. I know that Nick @ R-tech is a big fan of linear throttle maps.... *ahem*
#

The VAG ecu calibrators have to set the pedal load to give the "feeling" of power, lot of power with little driver input.  Once mapped the KFPED maps become exaggerated and can end up giving the feeling of an on off switch.

My mate works for jaguar as a calibrator and they set there pedal maps with an axis based on G-force and are setup using an accelerometer sensor to give the feeling of strong pull below x amount of pedal request.. Should be fun to tune..lol

Not the best pic, but this is my linear KFPED map from an Audi TT 1.8T k04 hybrid I am working on tonight.  Axis =  actual pedal position % v RPM = calculated pedal request which then becomes an axis reading for a load map.
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fhh252%2FRtechremaps%2F22222.png&hash=534cb2afa3268d2d32ac5aeaf1d44e92b61590e9)

Stock map

You can see where the calculated % is way higher than the actual request.
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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... Linear throttle map!
Post by: chris s on November 29, 2011, 09:23:31 pm
Unfortunately yes, 50+VAT

But then again I did get DSG software FOC, so all in all I'm still happy customer.  :happy2:

did you get the dsg remap for free???
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... Linear throttle map!
Post by: rich83 on November 29, 2011, 09:24:43 pm
Unfortunately yes, 50+VAT

But then again I did get DSG software FOC, so all in all I'm still happy customer.  :happy2:

did you get the dsg remap for free???

Yes... due to a small stage 1 map mishap.  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... Linear throttle map!
Post by: maxload on November 30, 2011, 08:21:40 pm


The VAG ecu calibrators have to set the pedal load to give the "feeling" of power, lot of power with little driver input.  Once mapped the KFPED maps become exaggerated and can end up giving the feeling of an on off switch.



They say you learn something everyday  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... Linear throttle map!
Post by: rich83 on December 01, 2011, 09:42:03 am
An interesting read, i am on revo stage two, did you have to pay extra for this? Also did they mention if any revo dealer can install the map?

Ive just had word back from REVO. Any REVO dealer can install the file but they may not all have the specific linear throttle file. So if you want it installed i would contact your nearest dealer and make sure they have got or can get the file from REVO first.

 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... new wash mitt and drying towel!
Post by: rich83 on December 02, 2011, 11:29:16 am
Bought another couple of car washing goodies the other day.

The first being a new wash mitt.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Dodo-Juice-Supernatural-Short-Hair/dp/B004GU52OE

Ive come from a meguires micro fibre mitt and this one is far far superior. It holds a ton of water, glides over the paint very nicely and is as soft as a babies bum. :signLOL:    The only small criticism of it is that its taking a while to dry out.

After use and washed out.
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Dodo wash mitt of win! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6441034153/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr[/img]


The next was a new drying towel.

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/washing-and-drying/miracle-dryer-ultra-plush-25-x-36-/prod_362.html

Again... I've come from some rubbish halfrauds towel so this is a massive step up. Dried the whole car with only one small wring out. No criticism, but its not quite as plush as the Dodo juice soft touch.

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... new wash mitt and drying towel!
Post by: damoegan on December 02, 2011, 07:39:46 pm
I need a new towel, that looks like it will tick all the right boxes matey  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... new wash mitt and drying towel!
Post by: stealthwolf on December 02, 2011, 07:53:52 pm
In all honesty, I've not found a towel that I get on with.

My current fave is the Dri-U-Kwik but I wonder how much damage it is inflicting. I used to have a few miracle drying towels but found they left tiny yellow hairs everywhere, which drove me nuts!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... new wash mitt and drying towel!
Post by: rich83 on December 02, 2011, 08:21:11 pm
This one doesn't seem to have malted and hasn't been washed yet.

The wash mitt is still damp inside! :-/
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... new wash mitt and drying towel!
Post by: stealthwolf on December 02, 2011, 08:59:43 pm
With any wash mitt I use a metal coat hanger. I fold it into a V-shape and place this inside the mitt. It opens it up without ruining the elastic cuff and the hook means you can hang it up!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... new wash mitt and drying towel!
Post by: rich83 on December 03, 2011, 09:55:00 pm
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Ive gone old school.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on December 03, 2011, 11:50:08 pm
Got one in the garage you could of had Rich.  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 03, 2011, 11:51:19 pm
Got one in the garage you could of had Rich.  :wink:
PM'd
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 04, 2011, 10:51:23 am

Revision G ?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on December 04, 2011, 11:39:33 am

Revision G ?

Yup.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 04, 2011, 11:54:28 am
Might be G or C... Not sure. :-S
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: jamiew on December 04, 2011, 02:30:33 pm
Lovely example
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 06, 2011, 01:52:41 pm
Just bagged a 600mile old revision G DV... 12quid! :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tamiyoman on December 06, 2011, 01:55:50 pm
Just saw your car in Volkswagon Magazine while I was sat IN Kings Lynn VW awaiting my car being fixed  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 07, 2011, 09:09:11 am
Just saw your car in Volkswagon Magazine while I was sat IN Kings Lynn VW awaiting my car being fixed  :happy2:

Ahhh yes. There's quite a few of us in that issue :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tamiyoman on December 07, 2011, 10:33:20 am
I saw a few ED30's in that issue but as your picture was the ones seen on forum it was recognised imediately.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 07, 2011, 01:23:35 pm
Dont you just love friends??

A couple of mates decided it would be hilarious to draw on my car last night. So washed it this morning to be greeted with a lovely swastika scratch mark on my boot.

Autoglym SRP to the rescue and another 2 coats of 476 Collinite.

 :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on December 07, 2011, 01:32:52 pm
A couple of ex-mates decided it would be hilarious to draw on my car last night. So washed it this morning to be greeted with a lovely swastika scratch mark on my boot.

Twats. :angry015:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 07, 2011, 01:33:34 pm
Just bagged a 600mile old revision G DV... 12quid! :-)

Where from?  :party:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 07, 2011, 01:38:18 pm
Just bagged a 600mile old revision G DV... 12quid! :-)

Where from?  :party:

From ebay... tipped of by Al @ AwesomeGTI  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on December 07, 2011, 09:48:33 pm
Just bagged a 600mile old revision G DV... 12quid! :-)

Where from?  :party:

You want?  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 08, 2011, 06:28:46 pm
Just bagged a 600mile old revision G DV... 12quid! :-)

Where from?  :party:

You want?  :evilgrin:

You have?  :evilgrin: Lol meant to be better than the D? Upto st2+?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 08, 2011, 06:33:12 pm
Seems more boosty on mine, still need to log it but it's too wet at the moment.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 09, 2011, 12:14:58 pm
Time to start sorting out little bits that are peeing me off..

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7160%2F6481454081_dba995e7f2_z.jpg&hash=cc7af9479a727c454076c545bea071eabcef2695) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6481454081/)
Knackered Badge (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6481454081/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Decisions..... Decisions.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.awesome-gti.co.uk%2Fshopimages%2Fproducts%2Fnormal%2Fba_25th_go4_rb.jpg&hash=8d469402e5752fc7653818d766b64eca3862d917)
or

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fcdn1.iofferphoto.com%2Fimg%2Fitem%2F127%2F965%2F385%2FoTOx.jpg&hash=a6c6a148735066a4af78de06933698eecd3b71b3)

OOOOORRRRRR.....

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 :signLOL:

Wheels are being refurbished next week hopefully.  :jumpmove:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on December 09, 2011, 01:06:56 pm
TDI ftw.  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: stuartDLK on December 09, 2011, 02:09:38 pm
Red Gti mate, will match in with the red stitching on the seats  :drool:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: RENNTAG on December 09, 2011, 04:00:16 pm
Red GTI  :happy2:

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 09, 2011, 09:53:31 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2F5284ea55-8324-adf3.jpg&hash=93a4c7c172b0358c1cf54ee76f6b546aacafc56b)

The crap that came off the inside of my windscreen... Autofinesse Crystal Glass is a very good product! :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on December 09, 2011, 10:11:53 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2F5284ea55-8324-adf3.jpg&hash=93a4c7c172b0358c1cf54ee76f6b546aacafc56b)

The crap that came off the inside of my windscreen... Autofinesse Crystal Glass is a very good product! :-)

 :sick:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on December 09, 2011, 10:17:10 pm
debadge altogether
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on December 09, 2011, 10:32:03 pm
debadge altogether

I always like the idea of just having the GTI badge on the back, people wondering how they have just been wasted by a 200bhp  :rolleye: also the TDI badge id just soooo appealing  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 09, 2011, 10:39:05 pm
Well I ordered a red GTI badge, ill have to see what the quality of it is like. If its pants it won't be going on.

I might buy a TDi badge and run that for a while just for sh*ts and giggles.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on December 09, 2011, 10:39:51 pm
took my badges of as i was sick of polishing round them :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 09, 2011, 10:41:21 pm
Yeah I know what you mean, I just need to get a decent soft brush from when I wash it.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on December 09, 2011, 10:42:52 pm
Rich, a Bluemotion badge would be fun  :jumping:

I always wanted to put a 1.2 badge on my old Cupra  :evilgrin:

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 09, 2011, 10:46:09 pm
Haha.... Let's see what happens. Red TDI badge ordered.

So childish isnt it?? LOL
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on December 09, 2011, 10:52:05 pm
I fancied Bluemotion badges on my .:R but I have seen someone else that did it.  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 12, 2011, 02:33:04 pm
Big thanks to Dawain for lending my his Pescaras. Ive taken mine to lepsons to be refurbished!  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 12, 2011, 03:34:56 pm
4 x Goodyear F1 V2 ordered from camskill.  :xmaspresent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Beddie on December 12, 2011, 09:05:14 pm
Big thanks to Dawain for lending my his Pescaras. Ive taken mine to lepsons to be refurbished!  :smiley:

/Subscribed...  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on December 12, 2011, 09:06:28 pm
Gold or Pink Rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Beddie on December 12, 2011, 09:08:53 pm
Gold or Pink Rich?

Neither! Carboron Grey Blue all the way i believe...  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 12, 2011, 09:57:12 pm
I'm getting them professionally sticker bombed.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Beddie on December 12, 2011, 10:01:50 pm
I'm getting them professionally sticker bombed.

Orsum! Make sure the paint is thin enough to allow the fitment of Brembo caliper covers...
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 12, 2011, 10:30:39 pm
Good job you mentioned that... I'll double check. If not I'll get the dremel out and thin out the spokes.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Beddie on December 12, 2011, 10:59:27 pm
Good job you mentioned that... I'll double check. If not I'll get the dremel out and thin out the spokes.

Not too much though, leave just enough meat to stretch the 195s on.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 13, 2011, 12:49:49 pm
Red GTI badge came today, and its the worst piece of sh*t i have ever seen. The red inlay is just a sticker and doesn't line up correctly and the adhesive backing has no 'stick'

Ebay tat FTL!  :fighting:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on December 13, 2011, 12:52:42 pm
What's to stop you buying a kosher one from VW?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 13, 2011, 12:55:31 pm
Do VW do red ones?

The seller rejected the return.   [ Hide Details ]
13 Dec, 2011 12:53:09 GMT
hi there please keep the badge free of charge, i will refund your total costs not a problem please put the badge to good use, please bare us in mind for future car accessories and 5 star feedback is much appreciated as we are new comers to ebay once again thanks for shopping with us

Suggestions on a postcard please  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 13, 2011, 01:00:55 pm
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Turd
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Betty02 on December 13, 2011, 01:35:59 pm
That's bad!I bought a red on of eBay but the insert was actually painted and looked a hell of a lot better then that one!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg17.imageshack.us%2Fimg17%2F3533%2Fimg0177vq.jpg&hash=299bbd4869771ea8d025cd74c42fa20df34ae82b)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tamiyoman on December 13, 2011, 02:21:06 pm
There is lots of tat on ebay, easy second income for lots of folks.

I have seen a german guy selling the red ones and they look good but they are £25 each for front and rear, guess you get what you pay for.

As for advice I would leave 5 stars (he has refunded you after all), but leave positive feedback with a note saying "Refunded as product Not as expected", think that covers it pretty much.

Or you could leave neg but then you open yourself up to abuse/hassle and possibly retaliatory neg feedback (lots of sellers do this), they have a second account (generally in another relatives name), you neg them and they then buy something from you, leave neg and then you have to speak to ebay to get it removed!

This happened to me with the Used Key I bought on ebay, seller stated can re-code, bought ti took it to VW and they CANNOT re-code, contacted seller he refused return based on the fact I had to get it cut before i could try to get it coded, spoke to ebay and they said I could return it, he refused, so Ebay refunded me and I got to throw the key in the fire!.

Left neg as he was both rude and unhelpfull, ad he then started sending abusive emails saying I got the key for free and wanted feedback removed, I told him that I had PAID for the key and that EBAY had decided to refund me as it was useless and that HE still had MY money!.

Anyway 7 days after the last email which was him basically threatening to come round and get it  :signLOL: (Made me laugh as the ebay account and delivery addresses are both a P.O box address  :booty:), I said I would gladly meet him somewhere, but he declined, (people are well hard behind a computer screen these days!). Anway he bought something from me using another ebay account (already blocked the account he sold from) and it was blatantly obvious to me what he was doing, he then left neg the day after it was delivered (sent recorded mail), spoke to Ebay and they blocked his second account and issued a warning to him for his breaching of several ebay policies, they also insisted he MADE IT CLEAR in his listings that the key migh NOT work and to check with VW before buying!

No contact since   :congrats:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 13, 2011, 05:16:07 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2F5284f84e-8a22-61df.jpg&hash=762741cce56d7267ed3a9e0f3e9ac5bd3847af24)

Next day delivery from camskills. Win!!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on December 13, 2011, 05:17:45 pm
Next day delivery from camskills. Win!!

Impressed me as well.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tamiyoman on December 13, 2011, 05:45:19 pm
Camskills impressed me when I ordered 2 tyres from them afew weeks back, will be going back to them again next year when rears need doing  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: tony_danza on December 13, 2011, 05:46:49 pm
Not like you to have blurry pic.... What boots??

I've got a genuine US Spec red rear badge and Rabbit  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rdfcpete on December 13, 2011, 06:40:41 pm
That's bad!I bought a red on of eBay but the insert was actually painted and looked a hell of a lot better then that one!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg17.imageshack.us%2Fimg17%2F3533%2Fimg0177vq.jpg&hash=299bbd4869771ea8d025cd74c42fa20df34ae82b)

That does look pretty spot on to be fair  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Beddie on December 13, 2011, 06:48:23 pm
I bought a couple of the ebay red badges for my old mk5 gti and they were ok for the cash (£8 each), insert was painted red and the typeface was only slightly off from the oem red ones, £60 cheaper so probably to be expected though!  :grin:

Bit of an ebay lottery i guess to how good the ones you receive are...  :fighting:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 13, 2011, 08:30:46 pm
The blurry pic..... You can blame on Laura :-)

They are goodyear F1 v2s. If the are better than the originals they will be nothing short of amazing for the money I've paid!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 13, 2011, 08:37:50 pm
Beddie... Red badge..... Talk to me!!!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on December 13, 2011, 09:30:53 pm
Be better if i fitted them :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Beddie on December 13, 2011, 09:45:42 pm
Beddie... Red badge..... Talk to me!!!

Had a look but don't have any history of where i bought them, few years back now  :sad1:

I did take them off before i px'ed it and pretty sure i gave them both to my cousin for his mk4, or someone else i can't remember  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 14, 2011, 11:28:05 am
Ohh ok mate... not to worry!

Had a bit of a Vinyl wrapping FAIL!! Took the front grill off to wrap the gloss black part, only to find out after dismantling it all and removing the thin red trim that my vinyl is too narrow!  :rolleye: :rolleye:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 14, 2011, 01:48:04 pm
Arty farty....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7006%2F6510542767_ec6e30e8bd_z.jpg&hash=90ac0152bb2d465cd37b15d794aac9ee882cd617) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6510542767/)
Goodyear F1 Asymmetric 2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6510542767/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7157%2F6510555703_0fda98911b_z.jpg&hash=f81735eef12e7c86a7ff582defe69643a4c29850) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6510555703/)
Goodyear F1 Asymmetric 2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6510555703/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 14, 2011, 04:35:06 pm

Feck the photos we want reviews lol  :party:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on December 14, 2011, 05:37:33 pm
Probably not best to review straight after fitting as they will be very quiet and not have the same grip as a tyre with a few miles on it.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 14, 2011, 05:41:16 pm
And.. its very slippy on the roads at the moment. I might not have my wheels back until january (much to lauras delight of them cluttering up the lounge  :signLOL: )
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: OLLIE_JETTA_MK5 on December 14, 2011, 07:09:07 pm
cars lookin awsome mate ! will own an ed30 one day ! or an r32 ! maybe when i buy a touran fro the misses and the kids haha
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Beddie on December 14, 2011, 07:28:41 pm
I frickin' love new tyres! Is it wrong that i'd buy them purely because of the 'Eagle F1' sidewall writing?  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 14, 2011, 08:00:21 pm
Thanks ollie

Not at all beddie, they do look awesome don't they! :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on December 15, 2011, 01:25:06 am
I frickin' love new tyres! Is it wrong that i'd buy them purely because of the 'Eagle F1' sidewall writing?  :signLOL:
Come and work for me Beddie you can stare at tyres all day :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 15, 2011, 01:43:19 pm
My wheels are ready for collection. Picking them up tomorrow afternoon, after seeing to a small matter of exchanging contracts on our first house.  :-))
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 16, 2011, 06:12:34 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7031%2F6521794211_e1820e4533_b.jpg&hash=813200dba26a1405e784cd4842e310e28ea6a754) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6521794211/)
BBS Pescara Refurbishment (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6521794211/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

 :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: Little_Dave on December 16, 2011, 06:15:57 pm
Niiiiiiice  :drool: bet you can't wait to get them fitted  :party:

Dave
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: damoegan on December 16, 2011, 06:17:43 pm
 :love:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: rich83 on December 16, 2011, 06:21:52 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7017%2F6521793081_d7a3009801_b.jpg&hash=60cfaf5bc9346136e26abb6d057755945d565cca) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6521793081/)
BBS Pescara Refurbishment (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6521793081/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7141%2F6521793373_e0116580e5_b.jpg&hash=486623e8593a9acdf99d59c0aef0c5ce2839b1dd) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6521793373/)
BBS Pescara Refurbishment (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6521793373/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7171%2F6521792865_f8605f5fd5_b.jpg&hash=59f9f5e06066f174dec4486c3654e5b7096b61f9) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6521792865/)
BBS Pescara Refurbishment (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6521792865/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7021%2F6521793611_9bc1e2de2e_b.jpg&hash=6283dcfe2eb72b616659e6273c5e49c547a76e7d) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6521793611/)
BBS Pescara Refurbishment (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6521793611/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7161%2F6521793881_2bcaf265b5_b.jpg&hash=f4ad1ac5939b0d46ef0b6300543994b23f59d23a) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6521793881/)
BBS Pescara Refurbishment (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6521793881/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr


They look great, but they are by no means 100% perfect, but thats me just being anal!  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: stealthwolf on December 16, 2011, 07:35:24 pm
Remind us, who did the refurb and did they tint the lacquer?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: rich83 on December 16, 2011, 08:20:25 pm
Done by Lepsons mate. I don't think the lacquer is tinted (its just primed/paint/clearcoat), but the paint is BBS chrome. I think its got more of a metallic flake than the OEM colour, and probably a shade lighter. Not had chance to compare them to be honest but I'm happy with the colour.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: RedRobin on December 16, 2011, 09:11:13 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7141%2F6521793373_e0116580e5_b.jpg&hash=486623e8593a9acdf99d59c0aef0c5ce2839b1dd)

^ So I'm guessing that this shot is the most representative of the colour. It's certainly my favourite  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: rich83 on December 16, 2011, 09:22:45 pm
Yeah i guess it is Robin... its quite hard to get the exact colour in the photos.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: DonalM on December 16, 2011, 09:53:01 pm
Nice job.

Some quality photos too.  :congrats:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: rich83 on December 17, 2011, 08:57:55 am
Thanks Donal
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: vRSAlex on December 17, 2011, 02:39:03 pm
They look great.  Perfect colour.  What wheels have you got on at the minute?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: rich83 on December 17, 2011, 04:16:15 pm
Ta alex. I've got dawains pescaras on.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: maxload on December 17, 2011, 04:25:12 pm
Your wheels look great , you must be pleased with them  :drool:
This puts me in a tricky position though , as I've been thinking of replacing my pescaras with monza shadows. However after seeing your refurb im not sure what to do now. Decisions decisions..... :confused:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: rich83 on December 18, 2011, 01:12:33 am
There are a few imperfections in the clearcoat, which I'm sure once they are on they will be almost impossible to see. Also on the inner rim, there are a few marks, but once again you won't be able to see them once on. I paid 280+VAT (would be less if it were not for he special chrome paint), took my wheels monday and they were ready by thursday.

Still waiting for the Gtechniq stuff to come through the post  :sad1:

Thanks for all the comments guys, pescaras really do look awesome when they are fresh.  :love:

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: parks on December 18, 2011, 09:12:12 am
Some C5 on the way?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: rich83 on December 18, 2011, 09:52:34 am
Some C5 on the way?

Yes.... 2 bottles of it, in the hope that i used one and sell the second to a lovely forum member.  :xmaspresent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: keano on December 18, 2011, 10:28:04 am
Some C5 on the way?

Yes.... 2 bottles of it, in the hope that i used one and sell the second to a lovely forum member.  :xmaspresent:

I'll always be after another splosh of it Rich :happy2:

The wheels look fantastic! How come you went for a sprayed finish over powder coating?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: rich83 on December 18, 2011, 10:41:38 am
Ill let you know mate, you've got first dibs. I went for spraying because thats whats the OEM finish, and you won't get that colour with powder coat ( i dont think)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: Hedge on December 18, 2011, 10:54:28 am
The only difference between powder and spray is that bits of hot brake pad can contaminate powder-coated wheels 'cos it melts a bit.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: rich83 on December 19, 2011, 02:15:00 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7002%2F6537706985_9834ff9ff4_b.jpg&hash=830a8f48a36c0fd5daedecfc0697c28e636ef6d4) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6537706985/)
Gtechniq C5 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6537706985/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Lets hope this works.  :laugh:

Really easy to apply, but its quite hard to see where its been applied. Ive got about 3/5ths left so plenty to do 4 wheels.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: damoegan on December 19, 2011, 07:58:13 pm
Never seen that stuff before Rich, what is it and what does it do  :ashamed:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: stealthwolf on December 19, 2011, 08:02:29 pm
It's a sealant with a difference. Most sealants last 2-4 months. This one lasts two years. Apparently.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: rich83 on December 19, 2011, 08:17:22 pm
Stealth... Is there any point in applying 2 coats?

Wheels on tomorrow.... FINALLY!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: Andy on December 19, 2011, 08:18:27 pm
well am going to stick with my poor boys :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: parks on December 19, 2011, 08:21:47 pm
Stealth... Is there any point in applying 2 coats?

Wheels on tomorrow.... FINALLY!

Would say yes, especially due to it being hard to see 2 coats would ensure 100% coverage.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: damoegan on December 19, 2011, 08:28:08 pm
Where from and how much  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: stealthwolf on December 19, 2011, 08:34:14 pm
No point layering. One coat lasts twelve months easy.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: rich83 on December 19, 2011, 08:44:53 pm
Where from and how much  :happy2:

30 quid. I got mine from amazon.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: QD MBE on December 19, 2011, 09:55:40 pm
I used some I was bought for Christmas last year as part of a GTech Kit.  Wasn't overly impressed TBH.  Found a decent wax/sealant to be better at preventing the Brake dust sticking.

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 BBS Refurb :-)
Post by: rich83 on December 19, 2011, 11:14:30 pm
Lets see what happens over winter Dave... I will report back in due course  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 20, 2011, 01:17:22 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7005%2F6543373475_49be55d3e8_b.jpg&hash=647fa3dc08d2e4c6fdfdeebfac22bbc5a3f35aab) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6543373475/)
BBS Pescaras mit Goodyear F1 Asymmetric 2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6543373475/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

First impression of these tyres is good, and they are no where near scrubbed in yet.  :smiley:

(ohh... and the tyres do look awesome  :notworthy: )
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 20, 2011, 01:34:08 pm

Any development on the flaky caliper Rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 20, 2011, 01:38:41 pm

Any development on the flaky caliper Rich?

Not really Mike.... eventually they will be sold, they are well and truly knackered mate, shocking to say they have been on 1 year  :surprised:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 20, 2011, 01:39:09 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7005%2F6543373475_49be55d3e8_b.jpg&hash=647fa3dc08d2e4c6fdfdeebfac22bbc5a3f35aab) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6543373475/)
BBS Pescaras mit Goodyear F1 Asymmetric 2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6543373475/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

First impression of these tyres is good, and they are no where near scrubbed in yet.  :smiley:

(ohh... and the tyres do look awesome  :notworthy: )
New page new pic!  :xmassmiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on December 20, 2011, 02:42:35 pm
Looks a bit soft at the front.  :xmassmiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 20, 2011, 02:49:45 pm
Looks a bit soft at the front.  :xmassmiley:

 :P

Will check them tomorrow, its probably just the way its sat having turned into the space.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on December 20, 2011, 03:51:23 pm
Could be but you never know. 2.6 bar iirc. 38psi.  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 20, 2011, 05:39:28 pm
Could be but you never know. 2.6 bar iirc. 38psi.  :popcornsoda:

38psi on the nose with my old school gauge :-) Should the backs be about 34ish? Or the same as the fronts?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on December 20, 2011, 07:27:17 pm
Same I think.

It's been a while and it's written in your fuel flap not mine.  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: stealthwolf on December 20, 2011, 07:30:41 pm
I keep 'em the same. Higher in the rear with more load.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 20, 2011, 07:42:22 pm
Same I think.

It's been a while and it's written in your fuel flap not mine.  :P

Oooooooooooooooo...... :-p
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on December 20, 2011, 08:15:21 pm
 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 20, 2011, 11:56:35 pm
*just for my reference, will do a quasi review on the GY F1 A2*
Tyres fitted at 41700miles
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: the bruce on December 21, 2011, 12:35:53 am

New page new pic!  :xmassmiley:
 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6543373475/)


Great shots, Ric !!  :happy2: :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 21, 2011, 05:24:22 pm

New page new pic!  :xmassmiley:
 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6543373475/)


Great shots, Ric !!  :happy2: :happy2:

Thanks Bruce.  :happy2:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7158%2F6549637503_4bcf395f21_b.jpg&hash=5f007ee5b25d4f3b699cc8940175e8e830f186c7) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6549637503/)
BBS Pescara (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6549637503/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Wheels have cleaned up very easily, which was to be expected, as they have only done 300 miles. Car feels a bit weird at the moment, the back end feels a bit floaty which I presume is due to the new tyres not having worn in yet.

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rex on December 21, 2011, 07:46:58 pm
Awesome! I like the OEM look of your car very much!  :drinking:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: the bruce on December 21, 2011, 09:04:59 pm
Thanks Bruce.  :happy2:


Thanks for sharing all these great fotos - enjoyed them !!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 22, 2011, 02:04:00 pm
Thanks bruce.

Just stripped my rear ARB bushes for the 2nd time  :fighting: , was getting an annoying squeak again. All cleaned and greased back up without totally removing the bar or either rear wheels.  :star:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 22, 2011, 08:45:12 pm
Thanks bruce.

Just stripped my rear ARB bushes for the 2nd time  :fighting: , was getting an annoying squeak again. All cleaned and greased back up without totally removing the bar or either rear wheels.  :star:

Did you use the Vw grease Rich? Mine squeak a fair bit.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 22, 2011, 10:11:35 pm
I used copper slip this time.... Will see how it goes. PITA
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 25, 2011, 12:44:47 pm
Well the squeak wasn't the ARB...  :sad1: No idea where its coming from.

Tyres are gripping well now, they are superb in these damp conditions.  :driver:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 25, 2011, 12:53:50 pm
Well the squeak wasn't the ARB...  :sad1: No idea where its coming from.

Tyres are gripping well now, they are superb in these damp conditions.  :driver:

Think I'm goin to order some from Camskills for Christmas.  :xmaspresent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 25, 2011, 12:58:03 pm
I would!  :xmaspresent:

Honestly, i attacked a small round-a-bout yesterday (no one around) and no hint of under/over steer at all.  :notworthy:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 29, 2011, 01:39:59 pm
Stop gap until I can be bothered to get a OEM GTI badge from the dealers.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7008%2F6593924795_edac926dc8_z.jpg&hash=49d7fab7540c083e9108818d146fe6c7d5757c2c) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6593924795/)
Edition TDI (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6593924795/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

The Gtechniq seems to be working fine. A quick blast with the jet wash and a rub with a MF wash mitt and they are as good as new.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 30, 2011, 12:07:25 pm
Ordered some of this.  :smiley:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fgtechniq.com%2Fimages%2Fshop%2F104%2F410a86f2aecbf0490137c3dc2c7772d0_big.jpg&hash=2de376e39905df644a2ada8de74f65f1c1087869)

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: stealthwolf on December 30, 2011, 01:51:13 pm
I had some of that though used the G3 kit. Very easy to use too much of the polish. Doing the windscreen was a pig but if you manage two layers then excellent. Worthwhile on the side windows but found it useless on the rear windows.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 30, 2011, 08:26:01 pm
I had some of that though used the G3 kit. Very easy to use too much of the polish. Doing the windscreen was a pig but if you manage two layers then excellent. Worthwhile on the side windows but found it useless on the rear windows.

Sounds good. TBH rain X lasts well on the side windows, but on the front it doesn't last 2 seconds.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 30, 2011, 09:23:32 pm

You reckon to rainX on the rear Rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 30, 2011, 09:28:53 pm

You reckon to rainX on the rear Rich?

I have put it on the rear and its a waste to be honest mike, the window still gets dirty due to the flat back.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 30, 2011, 09:45:38 pm

You reckon to rainX on the rear Rich?

I have put it on the rear and its a waste to be honest mike, the window still gets dirty due to the flat back.

Thanks for the reply Rich

Only ask as I have no rear wiper and thought water may run off better
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 01, 2012, 11:26:28 pm
http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,3510.0.html

Just for my reference.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on January 01, 2012, 11:41:20 pm
Why?  :confused:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 01, 2012, 11:53:59 pm
Why?  :confused:

Got a squeak I need to sort out, very mundane i know.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 04, 2012, 11:52:40 pm
Interesting post alert!!!  :jumpmove:

I think the squeak is the rear arm rest!

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on January 05, 2012, 04:43:36 pm
???
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 05, 2012, 05:55:54 pm
???

 :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 17, 2012, 09:26:06 pm
A good 1000 miles now on the new GY-F1v2. They grip so so well, very impressed. I doubt you'll get better performance from a 'normal' road tyre.  :happy2:

Not had chance to use the Gtechniq window sealant yet, been too busy trying to sort our house out and the endless list of things that need doing.

Car looks like a tip!  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRSAlex on January 17, 2012, 10:14:45 pm
I have the sealant on all the windows.  Hologramed on the windscreen for some reason, but vanished after a second wipe over.

It's not rained yet so I can't really give an opinion.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: jon-tfsi on January 18, 2012, 12:59:51 pm
Am loving the well chosen mods  :happy2:

Im swaying towards the F1v2's myself. I had the v1's before and was very impressed with them.

I have a couple of Q's about them if you dont mind  :innocent:

Is the turn in as good as the v1's?
Are they as quiet and comfortable as the v1's?

Also are you stiil looking to fit some TT arms?  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: JonnyF on January 22, 2012, 07:46:45 pm
ED30's look stunning!!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 23, 2012, 01:18:45 am
Jon... They seem pretty similar to the v1 but just all round a bit better. Turn in is fine (it's never gonna be electrifying due to the fairly slow steering rack). Noise levels are good and grip is brilliant. I can't recommend them enough for fast road tyres. In my ed30 it's hard to get it to understeer or oversteer (just a fraction too much body roll really)

I've not really driven it much for fun over the last 2 weeks so Friday it got a whacking... It's just hilarious to drive!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 23, 2012, 06:18:25 pm
Having washed my cars without a hose pipe for the last 3 years, using a hose pipe today on my drive was a bit of a novelty.  :signLOL:

The Gtechniq wheel sealant is good, but its not up to repelling the fallout from drilled brake discs.  :confused:

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 29, 2012, 10:46:31 pm
Hmmm... tonights journey didnt make me smile.

Funny metallic rattly noise on half throttle in 6th gear @80MPH. The climate control seems to be being a bit temperamental, the fans don't seem to want to blow that hard even on MAX, and it doesnt seem to want to get very cold or very hot.

 :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 29, 2012, 11:05:34 pm
Having washed my cars without a hose pipe for the last 3 years, using a hose pipe today on my drive was a bit of a novelty.  :signLOL:

The Gtechniq wheel sealant is good, but its not up to repelling the fallout from drilled brake discs.  :confused:

Rich

Is there anything you'd recommend for calipers. Preferably something quickly available at

Sorry to hear about the gremlins  :sick:

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 29, 2012, 11:10:28 pm
My calipers are bollocksed... i dont bother cleaning thatm specifically anymore! Ideally i want to get rid of them, but im lacking on funds at present.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on January 29, 2012, 11:12:30 pm
My calipers are bollocksed... i dont bother cleaning thatm specifically anymore! Ideally i want to get rid of them, but im lacking on funds at present.

Would you bother with anything of the shelf from halfords if they were in decent nick?  :drinking:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 29, 2012, 11:13:28 pm
My calipers are bollocksed... i dont bother cleaning thatm specifically anymore! Ideally i want to get rid of them, but im lacking on funds at present.

Would you bother with anything of the shelf from halfords if they were in decent nick?  :drinking:

Pass.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 01, 2012, 01:01:10 pm
Booked in at VAGCO for fuel pump follower and to see what simon makes of this rattle of part throttle.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 01, 2012, 01:31:43 pm
Booked in at VAGCO for fuel pump follower and to see what simon makes of this rattle of part throttle.

Is the rattle low revs, setting off etc?

When are you booked in?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 01, 2012, 02:18:24 pm
No it's sort of 2000-4000rpm part throttle. Wired. No performance loss.

Friday at 10am @ VAGCO
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 03, 2012, 04:55:08 pm
Cam follower changed, not much wear on the follower but always better to be safe than sorry. Simon said (lol) there was zero wear on the cam itself which is good to know.

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 03, 2012, 05:02:19 pm
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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on February 03, 2012, 07:27:41 pm
Mine had even less ware when I changed mine mate  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 03, 2012, 09:24:02 pm
Mine had even less ware when I changed mine mate  :happy2:

I didn't expect much wear but it's best to be safe than sorry!

Not got to the bottom of the engine rattle yet, didn't have time at vagco.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 14, 2012, 11:24:52 am
OK... so Gtechniq wheel sealant just doesnt repel brake dust if left on for a week or so. BUT IronX wins every time, it never fails to shift the most stubburn of brake dust.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: stealthwolf on February 14, 2012, 12:57:49 pm
Does it remove the gtechniq?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 14, 2012, 01:09:20 pm
Does it remove the gtechniq?

Probably... but as it wasnt really working anyway im not bother, i just wont use it again. Instead ill just use IronX when i wash my car and cant get the wheels clean.

Ive applied the Gtechniq water repellant to the windows.. lets see how that works out.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: stealthwolf on February 14, 2012, 02:15:09 pm
Which one did you go for the windows? I found it a bit over-hyped. I went for the G3.

With tar spots on the wheels, I tend to do spot cleaning if needs be eg tardis the affected area, clean it and reapply the sealant in that area.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 14, 2012, 02:18:54 pm
G4 polish and G1-G2... It's working fine now, but let's see how long it lasts.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: jedi-knight83 on February 14, 2012, 02:40:15 pm
I found the wheel sealant (G5.. which is the same as G4 and G1 anyway) pretty good. had it on my van wheels since the summer and they clean up perfect every time with just a mild acid free wheel cleaner.

I couldn't get on with the g1/g2 combo at all. found it a massive pain to apply and remove.

Did you polish the wheels properly first and then give them an IPA wipedown before applying the C5?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 14, 2012, 03:19:46 pm
Yeah it was applied correctly to fresh wheels. I dont think my drilled discs help, they spit out a lot of brake dust.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 14, 2012, 03:49:34 pm
I need new rear discs and pads too. Ill probably go with OEM discs and get some of those Hawk pads which beddie got not long back.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on February 14, 2012, 06:34:05 pm
I need new rear discs and pads too. Ill probably go with OEM discs and get some of those Hawk pads which beddie got not long back.

£87 for rear pads and discs from my contact matey  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 14, 2012, 10:45:32 pm
Sere?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 18, 2012, 05:23:07 pm
The gtechniq c1 seems to be doing the trick on the windows. It rained early and loads of water beading on the windows which almost totally cleared after a short drive @40mph.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on February 18, 2012, 05:43:00 pm
Sere?

 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: suave on February 18, 2012, 06:42:29 pm
You guys mean SERE here in Belfast? Dave's the guy there to speak to. Did me a favour after tfsi mike's recommendation.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Mannystk on February 19, 2012, 05:24:06 pm
You guys mean SERE here in Belfast? Dave's the guy there to speak to. Did me a favour after tfsi mike's recommendation.

Ive bought some bits off him too, hes really good!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: toleman666 on February 19, 2012, 05:30:33 pm
 :happy2:
love ur ride dude ace
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 02, 2012, 01:01:19 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7183%2F6946246541_e0b5584d7f.jpg&hash=cec58457c5448db7f3e783937adda70cd72ddad1) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6946246541/)
Powerflex Yo! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6946246541/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Thanks SteveP  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRS_Pagey on March 02, 2012, 02:09:38 pm
I can't believe you have only just got one of these Rich, one of the first mods I did after stage 1, does make a difference, especially on the diesesal!!  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 02, 2012, 02:58:41 pm
I can't believe you have only just got one of these Rich, one of the first mods I did after stage 1, does make a difference, especially on the diesesal!!  :laugh:

 :signLOL:

Just never gave it a thought to be honest, but at 15 quid and a bit of a forum donation, it would have been rude not to.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: scooba on March 04, 2012, 08:50:54 am
You guys mean SERE here in Belfast? Dave's the guy there to speak to. Did me a favour after tfsi mike's recommendation.



Sere in Belfast, Dave is the man he sorted me out with a set off S3 fronts at a great price as well
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Matto on March 04, 2012, 09:01:34 am
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7183%2F6946246541_e0b5584d7f.jpg&hash=cec58457c5448db7f3e783937adda70cd72ddad1) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6946246541/)
Powerflex Yo! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6946246541/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Thanks SteveP  :happy2:
I can't believe you have only just got one of these Rich, one of the first mods I did after stage 1, does make a difference, especially on the diesesal!!  :laugh:

Is this a torque arm insert? What do they do?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 04, 2012, 04:37:05 pm
Reduces drivetrain 'slap' when coming off and going back on the throttle.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRS_Pagey on March 04, 2012, 06:28:57 pm
Reduces drivetrain 'slap' when coming off and going back on the throttle.

And they work!!  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: sf1506 on March 04, 2012, 07:56:27 pm
Where's the best place to get one?? I've got a 170 gt
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 04, 2012, 08:43:26 pm
Where's the best place to get one?? I've got a 170 gt

Google... Powerflex PFF85-504  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Matto on March 04, 2012, 09:56:53 pm
Reduces drivetrain 'slap' when coming off and going back on the throttle.

Ah right ok...How does this benefit once fitted? You will have to excuse my lack of knowledge but its the first time I've ever come across these.  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 04, 2012, 09:58:20 pm
Reduces drivetrain 'slap' when coming off and going back on the throttle.

Ah right ok...How does this benefit once fitted? You will have to excuse my lack of knowledge but its the first time I've ever come across these.  :laugh:

Ill be in a better position to make judgment once ive fitted it  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRS_Pagey on March 05, 2012, 04:49:24 pm
Reduces drivetrain 'slap' when coming off and going back on the throttle.

Ah right ok...How does this benefit once fitted? You will have to excuse my lack of knowledge but its the first time I've ever come across these.  :laugh:

All the power and torque that is normally lost through the engine movement is reduced significantly. 
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 09, 2012, 01:24:24 am
Booked in at DMR for a bit of TLC, so it should look half decent over summer  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 14, 2012, 03:12:30 pm
I realised last night that my not had expired. Oops

Took it in today and it past with no advisories.

Now, off for a test drive in a BMW 123d M sport auto.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rdfcpete on March 14, 2012, 06:20:29 pm
Now, off for a test drive in a BMW 123d M sport auto.

Ohhhhhhhhh  :surprised:

I'm not surprised Rich, but very cool. I saw a 123d vid you'd hooked up on FB the other day.
Would this be in addition to the ED30 or a replacement?

I've looked at the 120d and 123d quite seriously but I'm still unsure about owning a BM. The official dealer here is pretty poor and sat nav retrofits look impossible, plus I'm not sure any of the diagnostic systems come close to VCDS from what I've found on the net.

Try finding one with Angel eyes/Xenons and the more expensive Nav too, seems to be a unicorn chase  :chicken:

It's really little things like that getting in the way with going all out for a purchase which has pushed me towards an A3 black edition with the 170ps unit. I know exactly where I'll be with a posh Golf and some of the kit on the GTI will fit it. I think they're gorgeous looking cars too, perhaps unlike the 1? A 1 coupe will be much more of a drivers car though which is what attracted me, not forgetting the fantastically well balanced stats it has.

You'll have to let me know how the one you've scoped out drives - I was intending to do a similar thing this week with hol from work  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 14, 2012, 06:31:11 pm
Drove a 123d M sport auto this afternoon pete. I like the car itself, but it felt so dead performance wise at the side of my gti.

Its not the one, so ill have to keep looking. Im going to take a drive in a 330D too, see if that is any more ballsy.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: RedRobin on March 14, 2012, 06:46:58 pm

Its not the one, so ill have to keep looking. Im going to take a drive in a 330D too, see if that is any more ballsy.  :happy2:


....*cough* I think you have already seen this Beemer vid I posted fairly recently:

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^ This is clearly what your heart desires and always follow your heart, Rich.

I must have already enjoyed that video 4 times and I'm about to enjoy watching it again.

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 14, 2012, 07:22:29 pm

^ I was already fed up with my financial position lol. Bloody lovely that, if only...
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 28, 2012, 12:56:45 am
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Not been cleaned for 4 years.

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Ahhhh that's better

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on March 28, 2012, 07:43:41 am
Antiques Roadshow?

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 28, 2012, 08:15:18 am
cheeky bugger...  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saintsteve on March 28, 2012, 09:38:17 am
Antiques Roadshow?

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 :signLOL: :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on March 28, 2012, 11:39:21 am
cheeky bugger...  :signLOL:

:pomppomp: :pomppomp: :jumpmove: :jumpmove: :pomppomp: :pomppomp: :jumpmove: :jumpmove: :pomppomp: :pomppomp:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 02, 2012, 04:58:14 pm
New 286mm rear discs bought and waiting on some Brembo HP pads, all to go on on thursday when it gets a service at AKS.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: RedRobin on April 02, 2012, 05:18:01 pm
.
Vented rear discs? You'll find that when coupled with bigger brakes on the front, your car will feel very well planted and balanced under heavy braking. Of course all will depend on road surface and tyres. Enjoy!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: danishmkvgti on April 02, 2012, 05:21:55 pm
.
Vented rear discs? You'll find that when coupled with bigger brakes on the front, your car will feel very well planted and balanced under heavy braking. Of course all will depend on road surface and tyres. Enjoy!  :happy2:

The rear 286mm calipers won't accomodate a 286mm ventilated disc as it's to wide RR. But a drilled one is possible  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 02, 2012, 05:44:01 pm
Just plain solid OEM discs Robin, but upgrading the pads to the brembo HP (supposed to be akin to DS2500 ferodo, but they are road legal)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 02, 2012, 05:56:39 pm
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X2
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRSAlex on April 02, 2012, 06:04:05 pm
New 286mm rear discs bought and waiting on some Brembo HP pads, all to go on on thursday when it gets a service at AKS.  :happy2:

 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: zubi on April 02, 2012, 06:47:31 pm
Antiques Roadshow?

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2F56ae1df1-535c-fe04.jpg&hash=d667f9070471e1fa5a39fd86c441b849bb180fe8)

how is that parrot fixed down there? cant think of where to put mine, its currently in the cup holder! haha

any more pics?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 02, 2012, 06:49:22 pm
Its a 90degree bracket screwed into the underside of the dash.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: rich83 on April 02, 2012, 09:25:14 pm
DMR tomorrow...  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: Andy on April 03, 2012, 08:29:58 pm
time for some r32 rear brakes Rich :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: rich83 on April 03, 2012, 09:53:18 pm
Nah... I'm just upgrading the pads instead. Easier and cheaper, and I quite like the extra turn in that small rear brakes gives you.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: Hedge on April 03, 2012, 09:54:24 pm
DMR tomorrow...  :happy2:

 :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: Beddie on April 03, 2012, 09:58:11 pm
Nah... I'm just upgrading the pads instead. Easier and cheaper, and I quite like the extra turn in that small rear brakes gives you.

^^This  :wink: :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: rich83 on April 03, 2012, 10:20:36 pm
Nah... I'm just upgrading the pads instead. Easier and cheaper, and I quite like the extra turn in that small rear brakes gives you.

^^This  :wink: :happy2:

:-)

Oversteer braking can be quite 'exhilarating'
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: mpm on April 04, 2012, 04:27:16 pm
Awesome work!
Gives me something to work with for my ED30 :)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: rich83 on April 04, 2012, 10:39:03 pm
A little teaser photo from DMR.

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/456454_401259876550786_133515879991855_1639602_649460508_o.jpg)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: Greeners on April 04, 2012, 10:41:23 pm
Thats not little!  :laugh: :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: rich83 on April 04, 2012, 10:42:18 pm
.. i canny figure out how to resize it   :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: Andy on April 04, 2012, 10:45:54 pm
more more(sound like oliver twist) :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: stealthwolf on April 04, 2012, 11:10:55 pm
I look forward to the write up.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: rich83 on April 05, 2012, 06:36:40 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7270%2F7048368035_0d5e57f1c4_c.jpg&hash=188c28697bb18d48a366a2c28906d8bd39205599) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7048368035/)
DMR (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7048368035/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

 :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: smyffalis on April 05, 2012, 07:23:08 pm
Love the build thread mate, I used to read your one from mkiv's a while back! Your thread is one of my favourites!

Got a 1.9tdi like you had, remapped to 155nhp and lowered with eibach springs.

I am seriously thinking of biting the bullet and going for the GTI, even though I do 20k a year (can lift share sometimes). I hope to test drive some soon, though ED30 is just outta my reach :(. Would you go back to manual if you got another GTI? and what about the difference in everything, will I get in it and will it just remind me of my TDI? Don't get me wrong, I love my mkv, I just want to release the petrol head within myself!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: wigit on April 05, 2012, 07:35:28 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7270%2F7048368035_78814d1736_b.jpg&hash=cd68584ddcc1beca83743882717906d16893908c)


 :popcornsoda:

i laughed superb shot  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: Saintsteve on April 05, 2012, 08:32:54 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7270%2F7048368035_78814d1736_b.jpg&hash=cd68584ddcc1beca83743882717906d16893908c)


 :popcornsoda:

Best photo I've seen for a very long time  :signLOL:  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: stealthwolf on April 05, 2012, 08:54:59 pm
 :congrats: :congrats: Well done on that shot!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: Greeners on April 05, 2012, 08:59:14 pm
 :grin: :congrats:

Love it!!  :signLOL:

Ok if I pinch it Rich?  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: markymark on April 05, 2012, 09:04:40 pm
 :signLOL: that's the first time I've seen Gaz working!!! :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: QD MBE on April 05, 2012, 09:06:23 pm
By the look on the Counts face, Gaz is knuckle deep................... :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: rich83 on April 05, 2012, 09:17:02 pm
:grin: :congrats:

Love it!!  :signLOL:

Ok if I pinch it Rich?  :wink:

Of course. More to come tomorrow. :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: Greeners on April 05, 2012, 09:22:31 pm
:grin: :congrats:

Love it!!  :signLOL:

Ok if I pinch it Rich?  :wink:

Of course. More to come tomorrow. :-)

 :happy2: :jumpmove:

:signLOL: that's the first time I've seen Gaz working!!! :laugh:

By the looks of his face he wasn't far off a little snooze!!  :laugh:

Oh and UKNH..... your just jealous it wasn't you!  :booty:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: RedRobin on April 05, 2012, 10:47:56 pm
^^^^
That's a stunning pic, Rich, and hilarious! It's gotta be used in DMR's promotions.  :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats:

At last I know what DMR is - I was too embarrassed to ask!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: Greeners on April 05, 2012, 11:02:07 pm
^^^^
That's a stunning pic, Rich, and hilarious! It's gotta be used in DMR's promotions.  :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats:

At last I know what DMR is - I was too embarrassed to ask!

Already is!  :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: Top Cat on April 05, 2012, 11:03:52 pm
Excellent.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: rich83 on April 06, 2012, 03:55:30 pm
Here we go... the result of the DMR Enhancement Detail.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F27143826%2FDRM%2520ED30%2FIMG_0026.jpg&hash=49834cd3c405917a46dd77da041ef1110bb28a0c)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F27143826%2FDRM%2520ED30%2FIMG_0033.jpg&hash=a26db893ca7824131fb4dd3603cf6a51a428f638)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F27143826%2FDRM%2520ED30%2FIMG_0040.jpg&hash=a3c3969b0b9ac34a84f771e1ad7511e1b98004fe)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F27143826%2FDRM%2520ED30%2FIMG_0042.jpg&hash=b14551bcd7e621040644b971355e7e230d77d5be)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F27143826%2FDRM%2520ED30%2FIMG_0043.jpg&hash=384f557639f0738c94a0a1abc984003e28cfcdd1)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F27143826%2FDRM%2520ED30%2FIMG_0044.jpg&hash=2ad1affb844017548ec8406baf968f23bbe3c544)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F27143826%2FDRM%2520ED30%2FIMG_0050.jpg&hash=a78376f02e86bdf8ce3b49f3b86c5db823d49fb8)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F27143826%2FDRM%2520ED30%2FIMG_0053.jpg&hash=13349aea6ed064a023541ac65e5c455dfd238ab2)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F27143826%2FDRM%2520ED30%2FIMG_0056.jpg&hash=37a63e58ca5bb66454254e244bcf397a8992c5c9)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F27143826%2FDRM%2520ED30%2FIMG_0068.jpg&hash=46d9bb7333bb8b615f067c73942589552177a664)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F27143826%2FDRM%2520ED30%2FIMG_0073.jpg&hash=290c6052f71f3d04c2fff86a817efe3a4bae6b7f)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F27143826%2FDRM%2520ED30%2FIMG_0086.jpg&hash=88aad1c3ce77b8c506fa9eb7062d9508495ec3fa)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F27143826%2FDRM%2520ED30%2FIMG_0099.jpg&hash=c4245b7949ce2fce3546384345bb80589a105e0f)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F27143826%2FDRM%2520ED30%2FIMG_0136.jpg&hash=8455cf05391a39d3f5a7d4998de65b443f838a53)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F27143826%2FDRM%2520ED30%2FIMG_0119.jpg&hash=1e6d1998ec01322d37e32b97210916bbdced4992)


I think thats enough...  :signLOL:



Im more than happy with the results on my paintwork, it was fairly heavily swirl marked as I'm sure Nathan will testify. Although its not a 100% correction, its a 97% improvements to the surface marks on the paint, and as its a daily I think a 100% correction would be a bit of a waste.

Then on to AKS for a service and rear brakes to be changed. Firstly, Alex was extremely accommodating because I was over an hour late (due to getting stuck in the DRM workshop by a german POS with a flat battery  :signLOL:). Alex has a great little workshop. An oil change was carried out with Millers Nano Technology 5w40 oil, according to Alex its better to use an oil with a slightly more vicious 'hot' rating, especially in a mapped car when the engine is worked harder. Also the OEM rear discs and Brembo HP2000 pads fitted, I cannot fault his service and ill be using him again.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: RedRobin on April 06, 2012, 04:04:33 pm
^^^^
Looking extremely good indeed!  :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: Well done Nathan and crew!

That Millers oil info is interesting.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR
Post by: rich83 on April 06, 2012, 04:48:31 pm
^^^^
Looking extremely good indeed!  :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: Well done Nathan and crew!

That Millers oil info is interesting.

Thanks Robin, it does look so much better for it. Even today, its covered in 100 miles of dust, but it looks way better than its ever done since i have owned it. In fact, i might just have to keep on to it for a bit longer.  :jumpmove:

Speak to Alex about the oil Robin, I think he has some links to info regarding it if you want to read up on it, I'm sure he would also give you his opinion on it, maybe start a thread. :happy2:

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 06, 2012, 04:59:29 pm

I discussed the Millers with Alex too & would like to give it a try.  Think Im going to put some engine flush & edge through it again and the next round of jobs I have for Alex get the Millers put through her
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: RedRobin on April 06, 2012, 05:01:50 pm
^^^^
I expect I know who Alex is, but..... I'm not 100% sure. What's his forum name please?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 06, 2012, 05:04:07 pm
^^^^
I expect I know who Alex is, but..... I'm not 100% sure. What's his forum name please?

Alex Kerr of Aks tuning (former technician at Backdraft Motorsport)  :happy2:

*edit vRSalex on here, often dishing out advice & info  :happy2:  You could also find AKS on your newfound medium of Facebothered  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: rich83 on April 06, 2012, 05:11:46 pm
^^^^
I expect I know who Alex is, but..... I'm not 100% sure. What's his forum name please?

Alex Kerr of Aks tuning (former technician at Backdraft Motorsport)  :happy2:

*edit vRSalex on here, often dishing out advice & info  :happy2:  You could also find AKS on your newfound medium of Facebothered  :happy2:


 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: rich83 on April 06, 2012, 05:13:58 pm
I need a wider lens...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7113%2F6904911688_2351f3fca7_b.jpg&hash=350787c63562d1ebb192f58cd7736d6dcfcd3345) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6904911688/)
DMR Rig Shot (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/6904911688/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: Andy on April 06, 2012, 05:30:30 pm
Car looks excellent Rich--Nath & Co have done a good job,you just need to keep it that way :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: Greeners on April 06, 2012, 09:57:14 pm
Superb shots Rich!  :congrats:

This one is my fave by far!  :notworthy:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdl.dropbox.com%2Fu%2F27143826%2FDRM%2520ED30%2FIMG_0068.jpg&hash=46d9bb7333bb8b615f067c73942589552177a664)

Will get the full write up sorted over the next few days!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: rich83 on April 07, 2012, 12:44:48 am
Whilst at DMR, Nathan decide to crush test my car rig with a 2 ton Volvo XC90  :signLOL: , surprisingly the 1.5mm wall thickness on the aluminium tubes didn't bend at all.  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: sanj on April 07, 2012, 08:09:41 am
Excellent picture's and your car look's awesome,loving the TDI badge on the rear as it's all that people see when you're going past them! :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: rich83 on April 08, 2012, 09:32:37 am
Thanks sanj


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2F56ae4cca-4d06-4ea3.jpg&hash=b6d3d3a25883a3a2dfc4a57dc3f9d9cc37e79b81).
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: RedRobin on April 08, 2012, 10:39:48 am
^^^^
W O W !! What an ace photo !  :notworthy: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: rich83 on April 09, 2012, 01:10:51 pm
^^^^
W O W !! What an ace photo !  :notworthy: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats:

Ta Robin.. iPhone special!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: damoegan on April 09, 2012, 06:59:17 pm
^^^^
W O W !! What an ace photo !  :notworthy: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats:

Ta Robin.. iPhone special!  :happy2:

Can tell too, lack of DOF  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: rich83 on April 09, 2012, 07:14:20 pm
^^^^
W O W !! What an ace photo !  :notworthy: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats:

Ta Robin.. iPhone special!  :happy2:

Can tell too, lack of DOF  :signLOL:

Yep... and lack of any real clarity.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: Hedge on April 09, 2012, 07:45:19 pm
Surely there's too much depth of field.  :confused:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: rich83 on April 09, 2012, 08:47:00 pm
Surely there's too much depth of field.  :confused:

You know what he meant.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: Andy on April 09, 2012, 08:49:16 pm
i never :ashamed:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: Hedge on April 09, 2012, 08:54:44 pm
Surely there's too much depth of field.  :confused:

You know what he meant.  :signLOL:

I know what he wrote.  :confused:

Maxitrol - Better let someone else explain it. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Depth_of_field (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Depth_of_field)  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: rich83 on April 09, 2012, 11:36:19 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7098%2F7062407367_32312fe8ed_b.jpg&hash=a98000fcab3e5bc729a676b674b586786fec6287) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7062407367/)
ED30 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7062407367/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: Andy on April 09, 2012, 11:39:19 pm
Surely there's too much depth of field.  :confused:

You know what he meant.  :signLOL:

I know what he wrote.  :confused:

Maxitrol - Better let someone else explain it. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Depth_of_field (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Depth_of_field)  :laugh:

think i will stick to tyres :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 09, 2012, 11:41:21 pm

fantastic.  did you sort your calipers Rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: rich83 on April 09, 2012, 11:45:12 pm

fantastic.  did you sort your calipers Rich?

No... CBA! To get them fixed it will cost me more than the kit cost me in the first place.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: Andy on April 09, 2012, 11:47:20 pm

fantastic.  did you sort your calipers Rich?

No... CBA! To get them fixed it will cost me more than the kit cost me in the first place.
can't beat a tin of red hammerite :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 09, 2012, 11:49:18 pm

fantastic.  did you sort your calipers Rich?

No... CBA! To get them fixed it will cost me more than the kit cost me in the first place.

Shame  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: Beddie on April 10, 2012, 12:05:11 am

fantastic.  did you sort your calipers Rich?

No... CBA! To get them fixed it will cost me more than the kit cost me in the first place.

That long overdue trip to Oulton will sort the calipers Rich, soon have them a dirty hot brown colour and the cracked lacquer falls off a treat..  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: rich83 on April 10, 2012, 12:07:07 am

fantastic.  did you sort your calipers Rich?

No... CBA! To get them fixed it will cost me more than the kit cost me in the first place.

That long overdue trip to Oulton will sort the calipers Rich, soon have them a dirty hot brown colour and the cracked lacquer falls off a treat..  :wink:

Yep... it needs to happen mate.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: Beddie on April 10, 2012, 12:09:10 am
There's a 20 min taster sesh next wednesday (18th) for £25, perfect for popping in on the way home from work (preferably before picking up a dozen eggs and a pint of milk)  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: rich83 on April 10, 2012, 12:13:49 am
There's a 20 min taster sesh next wednesday (18th) for £25, perfect for popping in on the way home from work (preferably before picking up a dozen eggs and a pint of milk)  :grin:

Balls... I'm working that afternoon/evening 2-10pm. That session would have been perfect.  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: Beddie on April 10, 2012, 12:16:41 am
There's a 20 min taster sesh next wednesday (18th) for £25, perfect for popping in on the way home from work (preferably before picking up a dozen eggs and a pint of milk)  :grin:

Balls... I'm working that afternoon/evening 2-10pm. That session would have been perfect.  :sad1:

Just tell them your popping out for some trombone polish?  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: rich83 on April 10, 2012, 12:18:44 am
There's a 20 min taster sesh next wednesday (18th) for £25, perfect for popping in on the way home from work (preferably before picking up a dozen eggs and a pint of milk)  :grin:

Balls... I'm working that afternoon/evening 2-10pm. That session would have been perfect.  :sad1:

Just tell them your popping out for some trombone polish?  :grin:

PMSL.. Ill keep my eye on those 25 quid sessions, seems to be quite a few of them. Less track time = less time for litter incidents!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: Beddie on April 10, 2012, 12:24:35 am

PMSL.. Ill keep my eye on those 25 quid sessions, seems to be quite a few of them. Less track time = less time for litter incidents!  :signLOL:

They are great little sessions, i've done about 5 @ Oulton as if i get an early dart i can get the car from Emma's work, leave the van there, get to Oulton, whizz round and drop her the car back off for the drive home before she finishes  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: mines a leon on April 10, 2012, 05:40:34 pm
Great colour! looks evil! :D
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: Greeners on April 10, 2012, 10:18:59 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7098%2F7062407367_32312fe8ed_b.jpg&hash=a98000fcab3e5bc729a676b674b586786fec6287) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7062407367/)
ED30 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7062407367/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

 :happy2:

Another great pic pal!  :congrats:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: markymark on April 10, 2012, 10:24:19 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7098%2F7062407367_32312fe8ed_b.jpg&hash=a98000fcab3e5bc729a676b674b586786fec6287) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7062407367/)
ED30 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7062407367/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

 :happy2:

Another great pic pal!  :congrats:
Yup, Gaz can clearly been seen to be holding that beam up again. :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: Greeners on April 10, 2012, 10:27:25 pm
More like txting his bird!  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: dannymk5 on April 11, 2012, 12:25:17 am
great photos amazing car edition 30 have best interior than most other cars merc audi bmw by a mile
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: jaba101 on April 11, 2012, 07:37:12 am
Awsome pics mate and a lovely motor
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - DMR+AKS= :-))
Post by: rich83 on April 11, 2012, 09:44:00 am
Thanks lads.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: rich83 on April 12, 2012, 11:00:40 pm
So.... rear bumper (both sections) respray next week.  :sad1:
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Post by: Gti_Mad on April 12, 2012, 11:01:14 pm
wot happend rich ???
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Post by: rdfcpete on April 12, 2012, 11:01:57 pm
wot happend rich ???

+1

?! :/
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: rich83 on April 12, 2012, 11:02:22 pm
Reversed into my girlfriends mk6  :sad: :sad:
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Post by: Hedge on April 12, 2012, 11:03:50 pm
Oops doesn't quite cover that Rich.  :love:
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Post by: Andy on April 12, 2012, 11:03:50 pm
mm time to fit reverseing sensors :laughwas there much damage to both cars
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Post by: rich83 on April 12, 2012, 11:06:38 pm
Its all reparable... just my rear bumper below the right light, and a bit of arch damage on lauras which will just need pulling out. just could do without it at the moment, Ive got thrupence to my name.  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: stealthwolf on April 12, 2012, 11:33:10 pm
Horrible when it happens. I remember scraping my door when I tried reversing around the corner into my own garage. This was about two weeks after ownership. Sickening.

Time to add an rvc?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: rich83 on April 12, 2012, 11:38:10 pm
To add an RVC it would cost me a RNS510, a RVC and a new module.  Although i defo wouldn't have done it if i had one.  :fighting:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: damoegan on April 13, 2012, 09:30:51 am
Reversed into my girlfriends mk6  :sad: :sad:

:doh:  :sick:
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Post by: markymark on April 13, 2012, 09:36:54 am
Thats crap Rich, especially as you have just splashed out on a detail. :sad1:
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Post by: galaxie500 on April 13, 2012, 10:36:12 am
Sorry to hear about the prang Rich;  I feel your pain. 

PR
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: RedRobin on April 13, 2012, 04:26:50 pm

Reversed into my girlfriends mk6  :sad: :sad:


....Oh dear!!

I'm afraid I haven't got an image to post which applies to the other way around:

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2012, 06:19:16 pm
 :signLOL:


 :sad1:
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Post by: RedRobin on April 13, 2012, 06:21:28 pm
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I'm sorry to hear this, Rich. The trick is to always get the damage fixed asap and then it just becomes history.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2012, 06:25:07 pm
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I'm sorry to hear this, Rich. The trick is to always get the damage fixed asap and then it just becomes history.  :happy2:

Thats the plan. Gonna get it fixed this coming week. Luckily I'm up in manchester and I just happen to know someone up hear who has a body shop  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: wigit on April 13, 2012, 06:25:55 pm
i feel your pain, the thought of having to explain that to swmbo leaves me cold, she will be dining out on that for years Rich not to mention handy advice from the passenger seat
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Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2012, 06:27:06 pm
i feel your pain, the thought of having to explain that to swmbo leaves me cold, she will be dining out on that for years Rich not to mention handy advice from the passenger seat

She was stood outside the house when it happened.  :scared: :scared:

Luckily my balls are still attached.  :happy2:
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Post by: wigit on April 13, 2012, 06:28:32 pm
Luckily my balls are still attached.  :happy2:

 :scared:
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Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2012, 06:35:41 pm
Luckily my balls are still attached.  :happy2:

 :scared:

She was actually fine about it.... I was much more annoyed/pissed off/upset than she was.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: RedRobin on April 13, 2012, 07:11:58 pm

Luckily my balls are still attached.  :happy2:


 :scared:

She was actually fine about it.... I was much more annoyed/pissed off/upset than she was.


....I'm guessing she either said or was thinking "It's only a car"  :grin:

Our cars are rather more to us enthusiasts though!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2012, 07:15:33 pm
Quite right Robin.... how did you guess.  :happy2:
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 15, 2012, 01:20:48 am

Look forward to hearing who sorts the damage in Manchester.  The quality of work & price as I have a dent that makes me cringe every time I see it  :sick:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: rich83 on April 15, 2012, 02:30:08 pm
Found a nice dent in my bonnet this morning.

:fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting:
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Post by: QD MBE on April 15, 2012, 02:41:14 pm
Mrs?
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Post by: rich83 on April 15, 2012, 02:42:22 pm
Mrs?

 :signLOL:

Nah.. she's not like that.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: Andy on April 15, 2012, 03:36:43 pm
Found a nice dent in my bonnet this morning.

:fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting:
:sad1: it wasn'tme
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: rich83 on April 15, 2012, 03:41:23 pm
Found a nice dent in my bonnet this morning.

:fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting:
:sad1: it wasn'tme

LOL  :happy2:

Its weird because there is no impact/scratch.... looks like someone has punched it.  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: RedRobin on April 15, 2012, 03:53:29 pm
^^^^
Feckin' Hell!! WTF is going on with all the recent car vandalism!?

Let me at 'em!!:

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: rich83 on April 15, 2012, 03:56:45 pm
It might not be Robin, but its odd there is no 'impact'. Lets hope the dent man car get it out, i have had a look and you can just about get access to it through the skin.
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Post by: RedRobin on April 15, 2012, 04:05:36 pm
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Has it been done by a heavy cat sat on the hood?
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Post by: Hedge on April 15, 2012, 04:17:46 pm
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Has it been done by a heavy cat sat on the hood?

Does TC have an alibi?  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: rich83 on April 15, 2012, 05:13:50 pm
 :signLOL:

Fingers crossed it will be sorted at the same time as the rear bumper. If not, ill be on the look out for a DBP mk5 bonnet.  :laugh:
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Post by: Greeners on April 15, 2012, 07:21:13 pm
 :sad1:
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Post by: rich83 on April 15, 2012, 10:34:46 pm
:sad1:

Yep.... its well and truly pissing me off at the moment.
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Post by: rich83 on April 16, 2012, 11:22:07 pm
Ohhhh and the icing on the cake today.

Drove Doncaster-Manchester... It took ages, loads of traffic, it took me twice as long as it should do.

ANOTHER dent on my bonnet... This time much worse, it's right near the front edge, looks like I hit a rock that was kicked up.

Seriously, this car can GTFO!
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Post by: keano on April 16, 2012, 11:28:24 pm
Ohhhh and the icing on the cake today.

Drove Doncaster-Manchester... It took ages, loads of traffic, it took me twice as long as it should do.

ANOTHER dent on my bonnet... This time much worse, it's right near the front edge, looks like I hit a rock that was kicked up.

Seriously, this car can GTFO!

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: rich83 on April 18, 2012, 09:52:33 am
LOL... yeah that would look great Nick  :P

The rear bumper is being fixed today. Still on the hunt for a bonnet.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: RedRobin on April 18, 2012, 10:27:15 am

Still on the hunt for a bonnet.


....Pity I sold mine - I'd have been glad to have helped you out. It was stored in the batcave for a very loooong time.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: rich83 on April 18, 2012, 10:55:41 am
:-)

Thanks robin. I'm trying to locate one already in metallic black, just to make it a bit easier financially.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: Jaywoo-GTI on April 18, 2012, 11:00:02 am

Still on the hunt for a bonnet.


....Pity I sold mine - I'd have been glad to have helped you out. It was stored in the batcave for a very loooong time.

And it is still looking very shiney.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: Nodz on April 18, 2012, 12:08:26 pm
Rich, I've just did a quick search on fleabay an there's quite a few black mk5's being stripped down by breakers, there was a couple of GTI's being breaked aswell. All I searched was 'mk5 golf breaking'. They are listed as stupid parts being sold but normally have a phone number to enquire about any other parts on the car

Hope this helps
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: RedRobin on April 18, 2012, 12:42:17 pm

Still on the hunt for a bonnet.


....Pity I sold mine - I'd have been glad to have helped you out. It was stored in the batcave for a very loooong time.


And it is still looking very shiney.  :happy2:


....Aha! I had forgotten who I sold it to. Am very glad it is serving you well  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: rich83 on April 19, 2012, 12:10:38 pm
Rear bumper all sorted.   :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: RedRobin on April 19, 2012, 01:02:59 pm

Rear bumper all sorted.   :smiley:


....Goodee!  :happy2:

Step by step and before know what, it'll all be in the past.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: Greeners on April 19, 2012, 08:53:37 pm
Good news chap!  :drinking:
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Post by: rich83 on April 20, 2012, 06:05:09 pm
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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - dodgems.......
Post by: RedRobin on April 20, 2012, 06:12:20 pm
^^^^
Great!  :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats:

You're now fully on the road to recovery!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on April 22, 2012, 04:20:15 pm
Well that was mega fun.  :jumping: :jumping:

Managed  14.14 sec @102.28 (full boot and a mushroom growing kit on the backseats [dont ask])

I was hoping for a 14 sec ... so thats not too bad.


I raced up against a guy in a mk2 with a 2.0T S3 lump in it with a DSG box. :smiley: It had no interior and ran 13.33 @107... he was really happy with that, and it was a quick car.


Great day out  :jumpmove:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on April 22, 2012, 04:30:33 pm
I also got a decent time on the trial circuit 33seconds... but got disqualified for going the long way around the chicane.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: sideshowfred on April 22, 2012, 04:40:18 pm
Car was looking good today dude. I almost got my car for the handling circuit but decided i'd probably break my gearbox lol
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Andy on April 22, 2012, 04:54:30 pm
very good Rich-even with the magic mushrooms :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 22, 2012, 06:04:19 pm


Well done Rich  :happy2:

Mushrooms?  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: George on April 22, 2012, 07:03:15 pm
Nice 1/4 mile time Rich, what engine mods have you done?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on April 22, 2012, 07:27:10 pm
Just stage one map mate. :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: George on April 22, 2012, 08:56:40 pm
Nice, what revs were you launching at? Were you dumping the clutch or easing it in?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on April 22, 2012, 09:01:01 pm
Nice, what revs were you launching at? Were you dumping the clutch or easing it in?

Did a few different ways. Either no launch control at all and just ease the power in first gear. Or very low RPM launch, maybe 200RPM.

I did a full power launch once and it just span up and got horrendous wheel hop, so knocked that on the head.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Saintsteve on April 22, 2012, 09:08:29 pm
Nice, what revs were you launching at? Were you dumping the clutch or easing it in?

Did a few different ways. Either no launch control at all and just ease the power in first gear. Or very low RPM launch, maybe 200RPM.

I did a full power launch once and it just span up and got horrendous wheel hop, so knocked that on the head.  :signLOL:

You launching a John deer tractor rich  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on April 22, 2012, 09:16:11 pm
 :P 2000RPM

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Hurdy on April 23, 2012, 01:08:43 pm
Great pic Rich :happy2:

That's a good time for a stage 1 manual car.

Hmm mushrooms eh!  :rolleye:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: keano on April 23, 2012, 01:19:15 pm
Great pic Rich :happy2:

That's a good time for a stage 1 manual car.

Hmm mushrooms eh!  :rolleye:

 :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on April 23, 2012, 01:30:57 pm
Great pic Rich :happy2:

That's a good time for a stage 1 manual car.

Hmm mushrooms eh!  :rolleye:

DSG  :chicken:

I need some more stickers to crack 14.00sec i think  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on April 23, 2012, 01:45:47 pm
Few more pics swiped off flickr.

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Those last 3 are off my first run, no race partner.  :sad1:

 :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Hurdy on April 23, 2012, 01:50:15 pm
Deliberate mistake :wink:

My ed30 did roughly the same time at stage 1. :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on April 23, 2012, 01:52:14 pm
Deliberate mistake :wink:

My ed30 did roughly the same time at stage 1. :happy2:

Ahh... cool!  :happy2:

So that time is about right then, so should be making good power then (not relying on dyno lottery).
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Hurdy on April 23, 2012, 02:07:23 pm
Yep, your car is spot on target at stage 1. :smiley:

Now get it to stage 2+ pronto! :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Hurdy on April 23, 2012, 04:00:28 pm
Well that was mega fun.  :jumping: :jumping:

Managed  14.14 sec @102.28 (full boot and a mushroom growing kit on the backseats [dont ask])


Very comparable indeed. Dug this old chestnut out when mine only had a stage 1 map.

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on April 23, 2012, 04:52:27 pm
Well that was mega fun.  :jumping: :jumping:

Managed  14.14 sec @102.28 (full boot and a mushroom growing kit on the backseats [dont ask])


Very comparable indeed. Dug this old chestnut out when mine only had a stage 1 map.

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Blimey that is very very similar, which is good because I had thought the car felt a bit flat this last week so that goes to prove against that.  :happy2:

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Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: RedRobin on April 23, 2012, 06:33:38 pm

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Rich

....Wow! That's a fabulous photo - Did you take it Rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Greeners on April 23, 2012, 06:35:29 pm
 :grin:

He'd of had a job from behind the wheel accelerating up the strip!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: SteveP on April 23, 2012, 06:36:55 pm
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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on April 23, 2012, 06:39:00 pm
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 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: RedRobin on April 23, 2012, 06:39:41 pm
:grin:

He'd of had a job from behind the wheel accelerating up the strip!  :signLOL:


....He might have let a friend drive his car. Duh!  :P (as I did when I last visited the Pod)

Same applies to you, SteveP  :booty: And now even you, Rich!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on April 23, 2012, 06:43:46 pm
True Robin.... in fact i didn't take a single photo on sunday. Was too busy chatting and doing 1/4s

Its amazing how consistent the times are with the DSG box... +-0.5MPH terminal speed
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Saintsteve on April 23, 2012, 07:08:49 pm

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Rich

....Wow! That's a fabulous photo - Did you take it Rich?

Yes robin, he took the photo with his rather long Tripod poll which unfortunatly took out the spectators in the stands with many casualtys  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: RedRobin on April 23, 2012, 07:13:58 pm

Yes robin, he took the photo with his rather long Tripod poll which unfortunatly took out the spectators in the stands with many casualtys  :signLOL:


.... :signLOL: That's exactly what I was also going to suggest before some folks were quick to start facepalming me.

Either way, it's a great shot and actually looks like one Rich would have taken, being quite typical of his style.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Saintsteve on April 23, 2012, 07:17:45 pm

Yes robin, he took the photo with his rather long Tripod poll which unfortunatly took out the spectators in the stands with many casualtys  :signLOL:


.... :signLOL: That's exactly what I was also going to suggest before some folks were quick to start facepalming me.

Either way, it's a great shot and actually looks like one Rich would have taken, being quite typical of his style.
I did notice you were shot at by the forum Facepalm pics repeat offenders institute. :chicken:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Hedge on April 23, 2012, 08:20:29 pm
Not all. Missed one.  :P  :booty:

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on April 23, 2012, 08:23:11 pm

Yes robin, he took the photo with his rather long Tripod poll which unfortunatly took out the spectators in the stands with many casualtys  :signLOL:


.... :signLOL: That's exactly what I was also going to suggest before some folks were quick to start facepalming me.

Either way, it's a great shot and actually looks like one Rich would have taken, being quite typical of his style.

 :signLOL: Going down the 1/4 with the camera rig on... that would have been lethal!  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on April 23, 2012, 09:20:36 pm
Here we go...

Car next to me.... MK2 stripped out, 2.0T S3 engine and DSG gearbox.  :smiley:

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/579177_382706958440603_149874618390506_1217800_1127032582_n.jpg)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: h4rdy on April 25, 2012, 09:12:27 pm
Hi Rich, I started to trawl through the 74 pages put quite frankly couldn't be arsed although your Ed30 is very nice and the content is good :signLOL:

Am I right in thinking you are running standard springs with WALK and a rear Anti Roll Bar?

I have just put my standard springs back on and obviously its now a tad high!

If your car is on a flat how big is the gap from arch to top of tyre? 50mm? I just want to make sure that the springs which were given to me when I bought the car are definitely the right ones.

I am now running standard springs, walk and the PolyBushes.

I can honestly say its more comfortable but no noticeable difference in handling compared to the Eibach.

Why did you decide to run the standard height? Comfort? I'd say it was a wise choice.

Thanks mate and I am only joking about the not being arsed!

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 25, 2012, 09:15:12 pm
Here we go...

Car next to me.... MK2 stripped out, 2.0T S3 engine and DSG gearbox.  :smiley:

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/579177_382706958440603_149874618390506_1217800_1127032582_n.jpg)

What time did the glue waggon / street sweeper get?  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Beddie on April 25, 2012, 09:18:45 pm
I just want to make sure that the springs which were given to me when I bought the car are definitely the right ones.


Apologies for the Hijack Rich..  :smiley:

@ h4rdy, if the springs were given to you by Chris, then yes they are the original VW springs that came with the car
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: h4rdy on April 25, 2012, 10:53:03 pm
I just want to make sure that the springs which were given to me when I bought the car are definitely the right ones.


Apologies for the Hijack Rich..  :smiley:

@ h4rdy, if the springs were given to you by Chris, then yes they are the original VW springs that came with the car

Thanks Beddie I would have PM'd Chris but I didn't get a reply the last time. Thats not criticism by the way :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on April 25, 2012, 11:38:54 pm
Here we go...

Car next to me.... MK2 stripped out, 2.0T S3 engine and DSG gearbox.  :smiley:


What time did the glue waggon / street sweeper get?  :popcornsoda:

.... about 3 minutes.  :signLOL:

The mk2 did a 13.33...  
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on April 25, 2012, 11:41:24 pm
Hi Rich, I started to trawl through the 74 pages put quite frankly couldn't be arsed although your Ed30 is very nice and the content is good :signLOL:

Am I right in thinking you are running standard springs with WALK and a rear Anti Roll Bar?

YES

I have just put my standard springs back on and obviously its now a tad high!

If your car is on a flat how big is the gap from arch to top of tyre? 50mm? I just want to make sure that the springs which were given to me when I bought the car are definitely the right ones.

No idea  :signLOL:

I am now running standard springs, walk and the PolyBushes.

I can honestly say its more comfortable but no noticeable difference in handling compared to the Eibach.

Why did you decide to run the standard height? Comfort? I'd say it was a wise choice.

Because I don't want to compromise the ride quality, I do too many miles in it to have me kidneys pulverised every journey.  :happy2:

Thanks mate and I am only joking about the not being arsed!



 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on April 26, 2012, 09:21:46 am
The old girl ticked over 50000 miles last night. :-(
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: RedRobin on April 26, 2012, 09:31:42 am

The old girl ticked over 50000 miles last night. :-(


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But less of the "old" girl! She's a VeeDub and only just getting into her stride - I hope you can keep up with her  :wink: :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on April 26, 2012, 10:25:22 am
True Robin... hopefully now I will be able to keep for for the rest of this year at least.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Thor on April 26, 2012, 10:48:52 am
The old girl ticked over 50000 miles last night. :-(

My lady is rapidly approaching that point, all these trips to our Bristol office i keep having to do, i can drive the length of the M4 by braille now.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on May 10, 2012, 02:30:49 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/548554_10150767516625882_513100881_9917952_455869409_n.jpg)

These are what I took up the 1/4 mile in the back of my car....  :signLOL: :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: RedRobin on May 10, 2012, 02:35:45 pm
^^^^
Have you eaten them all yet, Rich?

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on May 19, 2012, 01:14:54 am
Ive just had a stupid late night though of getting some YOKOHAMA AD 08 tyres and selling my GY F1v2s...  :stupid:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 19, 2012, 08:15:48 am
Ive just had a stupid late night though of getting some YOKOHAMA AD 08 tyres and selling my GY F1v2s...  :stupid:

Track time?  :driver:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: RedRobin on May 19, 2012, 08:32:42 am

Ive just had a stupid late night though of getting some YOKOHAMA AD 08 tyres and selling my GY F1v2s...  :stupid:


....Why did you sell your GY F1v2's, Rich?  :surprised:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 19, 2012, 08:35:53 am

I think it was a twilight hours brainwave after shrooms Robin, he hasnt actually sold the F!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on May 19, 2012, 08:39:56 am
Just a thought. Not done anything yet. No shroooooms involved. :-)

Booked into aks on Monday to get a fast road setup too :-))
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on May 19, 2012, 12:14:29 pm
Im trying to convince my parents to get a MK6 GTI instead of a MK6 GTD to replace their second car.....  I did suggest buying a GTD and then me swapping mine for that, dont think my dads gonna go with that somehow.  :signLOL: :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Hedge on May 19, 2012, 05:14:19 pm
<cough> Skoda <cough>  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on May 21, 2012, 03:53:28 pm
Had my car aligned  by alex today. It seems to handle very nicely.  :happy2:

I couldnt replicate the rattle on my visit to AKS  :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: :fighting: a bit frustrating as i'm still left guessing to as what it is!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Beddie on May 21, 2012, 05:37:43 pm

I couldnt replicate the rattle on my visit to AKS, a bit frustrating as i'm still left guessing to as what it is!

You tried oiling Laura's earrings yet....?  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 21, 2012, 05:51:00 pm
 
Thought you'd be happy with an AKS geometry setup  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Hedge on May 21, 2012, 06:10:20 pm

Thought you'd be happy with an AKS geometry setup  :smiley:

Pfennigs?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on May 21, 2012, 06:15:59 pm
75 dollar pounds. :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 21, 2012, 06:18:31 pm
75 dollar pounds. :-)

Scandellous mine was 75 euro dollars lol
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on May 21, 2012, 06:24:49 pm
Euros pounds are too volition at the moment, Alex wouldnt except them. :-)))
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Hedge on May 21, 2012, 06:30:22 pm
What's that in Renminbi?   :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 21, 2012, 06:33:13 pm

15 Renminbi
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 21, 2012, 06:33:47 pm

Give or take
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on May 21, 2012, 06:37:35 pm
What's that in Renminbi?   :happy2:

I had to google that  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Hedge on May 21, 2012, 08:50:45 pm
15 Renminbi is fook all.
1 Chinese yuan = 0.100096897 British pounds

Sounds like a fair price.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on May 26, 2012, 12:54:36 am
Had a bit of fun today on the way to work in Birmingham.

Managed to get a rivet in my tyre... good job I stopped to see what the ticking noise was (i thought it was a stone) before the tyre ate itself.

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/s720x720/543042_10150803564600882_513100881_10018320_450019120_n.jpg)
(N.B.... yes they are standard brakes Hedge....  :signLOL: )

Looking all sorry for herself at kwik fit in Ashby de la zouch  :signLOL:

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/392439_10150803570940882_513100881_10018324_1502236819_n.jpg)

They plugged the hole so it should be ok... the front tyres are wearing anyway so it wont be long before they are replaced.  :happy2:


In other news....

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/s720x720/560192_10150804338910882_513100881_10020599_2064581143_n.jpg)

Brand new rear ARB links for my Autotech bar... hopefully these ones wont creak so badly.

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on June 10, 2012, 04:39:17 pm
Goodyear F1 v2 just been voted best tyre of 2012 by Auto Express.  :happy2:

And I agree with them, they grip and grip and grip some more.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: RedRobin on June 10, 2012, 04:41:40 pm

Goodyear F1 v2 just been voted best tyre of 2012 by Auto Express.  :happy2:

And I agree with them, they grip and grip and grip some more.  :happy2:


....Goodee!!  :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats:

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on June 10, 2012, 05:12:50 pm
Goodyear F1 v2 just been voted best tyre of 2012 by Auto Express.  :happy2:

And I agree with them, they grip and grip and grip some more.  :happy2:

Got a set for £510 fitted. Tyre shopper TFW  :notworthy:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: stealthwolf on June 10, 2012, 05:30:26 pm
I've just a pair on the car. What pressures are you running them at rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on June 10, 2012, 05:32:59 pm
I've just a pair on the car. What pressures are you running them at rich?

34PSI allround Jaz.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on June 11, 2012, 04:56:17 pm
Just got off the phone to Adrian Flux and now my £1090 quote is £900.... so same as last year but with a £500 excess not £800  :confused:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on June 11, 2012, 05:06:16 pm
Greenlight.... £649... £400 excess  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: stealthwolf on June 11, 2012, 05:34:49 pm
Interesting. I've just been in touch with skyinsurance and brentacre. I think I may shift to the latter.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Superted74 on June 12, 2012, 10:38:14 pm
Just read through the whole thread (took a while) and gotta say I love what you've done :happy2:

As for insurance, if you're with flux and find it cheaper, ring em back and give all the details. Done this every year and they match it every time!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on June 12, 2012, 11:18:37 pm
Flux can kiss my arse this year.... I will elaborate later.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: JackG on June 13, 2012, 01:16:15 am
Flux can kiss my arse this year.... I will elaborate later.
:signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on June 13, 2012, 12:11:26 pm
So my insurance went like this over the last few years....

Paid ~800
AF renewal quote £1600
Got them down to ~900

AF renewal quote £1090
Got them down to £900

Greenlight £659..... Bye bye AF!!

Had a go at them on the phone just now for taking the piss with the renewal quotes. I think their office uniform is a balaclava and striped jumper.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: RedRobin on June 13, 2012, 12:37:49 pm
^^^^
Yes, I thought you might have been considering Greenlight. Did/do Adrian Flux insure 'like-for-like' on all declared mods like Greenlight do?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: JackG on June 13, 2012, 01:13:24 pm
To be honest Adrian fail flux keep sending me marketing material through the post saying "we guarantee to beat your current insurance" so im like....ooooh really?!!?! Phone them up.."yes I've just got your letter saying your guarantee to beat my current insurance price so I'd like a quote please...my names jack,21, 2008 edition 30 DSG"
Sorry sir we cannot insure you on that car at your age

 WHY SEND ME THE LETTERS SAYING YOU WILL THEN!!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: 94Luke on June 13, 2012, 01:26:03 pm
Out of interest who are you insured with Jack?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: JackG on June 13, 2012, 04:38:24 pm
Out of interest who are you insured with Jack?
Admiral, got it on the multicar thing
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 15, 2012, 01:32:31 pm

 :smiley:

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Hedge on June 15, 2012, 01:56:48 pm
Playing Dodgems with Kerbs?  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on June 15, 2012, 03:50:54 pm
Where did I get that from? :-?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on July 01, 2012, 04:25:27 pm
Great.... lauras just ran my rear offside wheel down a curb. Last time she drives it.

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2012, 04:26:43 pm

I feel your pain.  Trust me...

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on July 01, 2012, 04:29:03 pm
Looks like ill have to make another trip to lepsons in kent....   Im fuming.  :sad:


That looks nasty Mike.  :sick:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2012, 04:34:19 pm
Looks like ill have to make another trip to lepsons in kent....   Im fuming.  :sad:


That looks nasty Mike.  :sick:

The wheel certainly came off worse.  :sick:

Know how much an 18" in gloss black would be at lepsons?  I think Alex is getting mine sorted while Im in Afghan
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on July 01, 2012, 04:36:56 pm
Not sure mate. Id leave it with alex  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: keano on July 01, 2012, 07:42:13 pm
At least it didn't fall off!!!  :chicken:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 01, 2012, 07:43:23 pm
At least it didn't fall off!!!  :chicken:

Fail.  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Hedge on July 01, 2012, 08:25:04 pm
Great.... lauras just ran my rear offside wheel down a curb. Last time she drives it.

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Is this revenge for driving into hers?  :surprised:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on July 01, 2012, 08:45:36 pm
Although not revenge Ian (laura hasnt got a nasty bone in her body), its certainly feels like karma.

Nick.... i still cant believe that pic on FB.  :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on July 02, 2012, 08:25:21 pm
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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 02, 2012, 08:27:41 pm

You'd  :sick: if you saw mine  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on July 02, 2012, 08:36:53 pm

You'd  :sick: if you saw mine  :sad1:

Its horrible aint it. Although i washed my car in the rain this afternoon, so at least its clean  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Hedge on July 02, 2012, 08:54:29 pm
In the words of VC. "One damaged rim deserves another"  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: rich83 on July 02, 2012, 10:37:14 pm
In the words of VC. "One damaged rim deserves another"  :wink:

I think id come worse off if i made that suggestion.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 1/4 mile
Post by: Hedge on July 02, 2012, 10:41:37 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm4.staticflickr.com%2F3296%2F2896415444_fa80c61d5c.jpg&hash=1c0226f419ce8e6b1acc44af64fef9954640075d)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Paddles
Post by: rich83 on July 10, 2012, 09:53:38 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7117%2F7542786556_9b07600812_z.jpg&hash=355c34be9d4211b8ecb7501b22f980cc631767b2) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7542786556/)
Paddle Extensions (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7542786556/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

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Paddle Extensions (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7542784336/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

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Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7545339440/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

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Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7545341890/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Paddles
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 10, 2012, 10:25:14 pm

Absolute pikey  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Paddles
Post by: keano on July 10, 2012, 10:27:58 pm
16mpg.

Have you been out testing them Rich?  :wink: :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Paddles
Post by: Greeners on July 10, 2012, 10:30:24 pm
What do you think of them quality wise Rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Paddles
Post by: rich83 on July 10, 2012, 10:36:10 pm

Absolute pikey  :P

Why thank you Mikey boy!


16mpg.

Have you been out testing them Rich?  :wink: :happy2:

Perhaps....  :popcornsoda:

What do you think of them quality wise Rich?

For 27 quid Nath, you cannot complain. If I look at them closely then I could pick fault with them, but when do you ever get that close to them to notice? They are plastic but the seem ridged enough... in fact i jabbed laura in the ass with one, she didnt like that  :signLOL:

All in all, very happy with them. I would have loved to get some TID proper CF ones, but the cost of them just doesnt make sense to me.

 :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Paddles
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 10, 2012, 10:37:06 pm

Im a sucker for mini mods mate, great work
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Paddles
Post by: DonalM on July 11, 2012, 02:59:41 pm
Where did you get them if you don't mind me asking Rich??.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Paddles
Post by: rich83 on July 11, 2012, 03:11:05 pm
Where did you get them if you don't mind me asking Rich??.

Not at all mate...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-Steering-Wheel-DSG-Paddle-Extension-Real-Carbon-Fiber-4-Golf-Jetta-GTI-MK6-R-/261060751694?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item3cc86ef14e#ht_3435wt_1220
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Paddles
Post by: rich83 on July 12, 2012, 11:52:08 pm
The paddles make so much difference. If actually feels like a lever now as opposed to a switch.  :driver: :driver: :driver:

Right.... now i need to try and get over 20MPG again.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Paddles
Post by: Saintsteve on July 13, 2012, 06:23:57 am
The paddles make so much difference. If actually feels like a lever now as opposed to a switch.  :driver: :driver: :driver:

Right.... now i need to try and get over 20MPG again.  :signLOL:

 :signLOL:

Wouldn't be without mine  :love:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Paddles
Post by: RedRobin on July 13, 2012, 08:28:40 am

The paddles make so much difference. If actually feels like a lever now as opposed to a switch.


....That's a perfect way of describing it.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Paddles
Post by: rich83 on July 21, 2012, 11:45:29 am
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2F6d978468-8834-5c7f.jpg&hash=161266297bee2c412d7160e9a37d184b9738693b)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2F6d978468-883f-bdf2.jpg&hash=9438b1e42d1ad82dba41abcd11e3ef8b16579cfc)

Much easier to do when you have a 'Dad' handy.......
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - R-ARB bushes
Post by: RedRobin on July 21, 2012, 01:07:08 pm

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2F6d978468-883f-bdf2.jpg&hash=9438b1e42d1ad82dba41abcd11e3ef8b16579cfc)

Much easier to do when you have a 'Dad' handy.......


....Until I read it was your dad, I was convinced it was you and was very amused by the contradiction of filthy well-used overalls and the pristine designer-mat with the Greek Key pattern! Does your missus know you borrowed the mat from the house!?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - R-ARB bushes
Post by: rich83 on July 21, 2012, 05:07:04 pm
 :signLOL:

I'm struggling with a bad back at the moment so i couldnt do it. The matt is very old to be honest, its a 'garage matt'

Ferrybridge issue overalls.  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Paddles
Post by: Saintsteve on July 21, 2012, 08:35:12 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2F6d978468-8834-5c7f.jpg&hash=161266297bee2c412d7160e9a37d184b9738693b)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2F6d978468-883f-bdf2.jpg&hash=9438b1e42d1ad82dba41abcd11e3ef8b16579cfc)

Much easier to do when you have a 'Dad' handy.......

What made you change them Rich? They look dirty but were you suffering with bad body roll?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - R-ARB bushes
Post by: rich83 on July 21, 2012, 08:54:41 pm
No steve... they were moaning and groaning over every big bump, and even when I braked. Got them gratis from Rob @ W8Performance  :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - R-ARB bushes
Post by: Saintsteve on July 21, 2012, 08:55:47 pm
^^^  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - R-ARB bushes
Post by: rich83 on July 25, 2012, 09:45:35 pm
Just washed her. Used Auto Finesse Revive on all the external plastics and its really good, the rear wiper arm for instance looks like its brand new! :happy2:



Use Megs Endurance on the tyres, 2 coats. It seems to repel water well, which obviously means that in turn they will get less dirty.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7128%2F7645919162_ef8b0be644_c.jpg&hash=bdbf6075ccd111832ba45d12512ffae447f6aab3) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7645919162/)

Endurance Tyre Shine (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7645919162/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr


Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - R-ARB bushes
Post by: keano on July 25, 2012, 10:08:03 pm
How's that gtechnic holding up Rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - R-ARB bushes
Post by: rich83 on July 25, 2012, 10:25:42 pm
How's that gtechnic holding up Rich?

On the wheels? sh*te!  :signLOL:

TBH you best off not bothering waxing wheels and just hitting them hard with IronX once a month.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - R-ARB bushes
Post by: rich83 on July 27, 2012, 01:07:16 am
White?
Black?
Gunmetal (like robins)?
Pink?
Red?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: Hedge on July 27, 2012, 07:13:25 am
Pink.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - R-ARB bushes
Post by: Gene Hunt on July 27, 2012, 07:14:54 am
Just washed her. Used Auto Finesse Revive on all the external plastics and its really good, the rear wiper arm for instance looks like its brand new! :happy2:



Use Megs Endurance on the tyres, 2 coats. It seems to repel water well, which obviously means that in turn they will get less dirty.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7128%2F7645919162_ef8b0be644_c.jpg&hash=bdbf6075ccd111832ba45d12512ffae447f6aab3) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7645919162/)

Endurance Tyre Shine (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7645919162/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr


Rich
............use the same on mine.One of the best out there.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: rich83 on July 27, 2012, 09:00:27 am
Pink.

You first.... ;-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: RedRobin on July 27, 2012, 09:29:17 am

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7128%2F7645919162_ef8b0be644_c.jpg&hash=bdbf6075ccd111832ba45d12512ffae447f6aab3) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/7645919162/)

....Stunning photo  :notworthy:. You really captured the feel of hard rubber. Very professional.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: Grande_GTi on July 27, 2012, 10:02:39 am
I know people call the carbon shifters "PIKEY"

But I so badly wish mine was DSG just for them they look great

This must handle so well
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: vRSAlex on July 27, 2012, 01:49:29 pm
Lime green for the wheels  :grin:

Ive been using the endurance tyre gel for around 8 years now.  Holds up very well.  I try to apply it at night to let it dry so its driveable for the morning.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: rich83 on July 27, 2012, 03:36:43 pm
Lime.... Hmmm maybe. But I need to think about resale value too :-)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2F56a6b89a-a6eb-147f.jpg&hash=c4d7ce4cfc4a62ce132ef2b6e565022e4bb03834)

They are not in horrific condition and for 75 quid Im happy. They weill look great after a refurb.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: rich83 on July 27, 2012, 04:44:26 pm
Im thinking either powdercoat in either black or white... as its cheapest.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: rich83 on July 27, 2012, 05:16:55 pm
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/monzagreen.jpg)

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: Saintsteve on July 27, 2012, 05:53:42 pm
Get A1 to refurb them rich. Got Balls???? Have Gold  :wink:

Nathan is sending mine away for a freshen up, also, they will look spanking  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: rich83 on July 27, 2012, 06:08:45 pm
Get A1 to refurb them rich. Got Balls???? Have Gold  :wink:

Nathan is sending mine away for a freshen up, also, they will look spanking  :happy2:

A1 are too expensive and too far away. Gonna get them done locally for cheap.  :smiley:

Gold? Really?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: Saintsteve on July 27, 2012, 06:10:14 pm
Photoplop it and see ;-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: rich83 on July 27, 2012, 06:12:14 pm
Plopped...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs17.postimage.org%2Fak79rk6y5%2Fmonzagold.jpg&hash=4bc19271169dcf805f7a7c96fc08abc02e05be34)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: rich83 on July 27, 2012, 06:20:56 pm
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/monzared.jpg)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: Saintsteve on July 27, 2012, 06:22:17 pm
red with Black gloss Lip  :wink:  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: rich83 on July 27, 2012, 06:26:46 pm
red with Black gloss Lip  :wink:  :grin:

That would make for a good photo session.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: RobH on July 27, 2012, 06:28:10 pm
Out of the two pics, lime green looks the best :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: Saintsteve on July 27, 2012, 06:38:10 pm
red with Black gloss Lip  :wink:  :grin:

Do it man!!! They would look sweet  :drool:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: rich83 on July 27, 2012, 07:00:47 pm
Problem is that anything fancy like that is just gonna be extra wedge... I suppose i could get some red trim tape..
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: Saintsteve on July 27, 2012, 07:04:42 pm
^^  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: rich83 on July 27, 2012, 07:05:59 pm
Or Red.... my bro likes red.  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: Beddie on July 28, 2012, 01:14:44 am
Starting to worry you're getting close to stretching some nankangs on them tbh...  :wink:

Either leave as is or at the very most a rattle can dusting of black, the finish will be shagged after a couple of days if you're braking like a hero, and remember...

Because race car



Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: rich83 on July 28, 2012, 01:56:46 pm
Hero braking is a dead cert. :-)

Still liking the red though :-/
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: Frodo-anni on July 28, 2012, 08:12:03 pm
These for winter or track use? if winter, black/grey/anthracite, will look cleaner for longer
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2012, 11:09:46 pm
Seems like I might have found some more a048s  :jumpmove: :jumpmove: :jumpmove:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: E30Dom on August 02, 2012, 11:37:36 pm
Bright orange or green it is then...  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - What colour shall get the monzas?
Post by: rich83 on August 03, 2012, 07:49:16 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2F56a6b89a-1d39-bb3b.jpg&hash=cf75e94a5d2376e10ac87764aca2705f6453c07a)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: RedRobin on August 03, 2012, 09:36:31 pm
^^^^
You planning some trackday time, Rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: SteveP on August 03, 2012, 09:40:04 pm
Very good track tyre  :notworthy: :notworthy:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: rich83 on August 03, 2012, 10:52:11 pm
Very good track tyre  :notworthy: :notworthy:

not bad for a ton!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: rich83 on August 04, 2012, 12:24:11 am
.... Ohh and I might have found a regular supply of them too. Bare in mind these are nearly 200 each. :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: SteveP on August 04, 2012, 07:54:08 am
I presume these are 17"'s?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: rich83 on August 04, 2012, 08:25:24 am
Yes Steve 225 45 17.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: rich83 on August 04, 2012, 09:16:44 am
The plan is to plastidip the monzas so it's totally reversible. Just not sure if red or black. :-/
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: SteveP on August 04, 2012, 09:26:25 am
Well if you find any 225 or 235 40 18's then please let me know  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: RedRobin on August 04, 2012, 01:52:53 pm
.
You were considering red, Rich?

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fb308%2FRedRobin_05%2FRedOZonBlackGTI.jpg&hash=d7c562ae940d9592f7698295a4e7347df1db32fb)

^ Red OZ LeggyRita's like mine and only 8.035 kg each (without tyres).

Red TD's would be a cheaper alternative and are only a bit heavier.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: rich83 on August 04, 2012, 02:11:39 pm
I've got monza 17s robin. Can't afford 1000 quid on wheels. They look great in red :-))))
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: RedRobin on August 04, 2012, 02:54:20 pm

I've got monza 17s robin. Can't afford 1000 quid on wheels. They look great in red :-))))


....Ah, sorry, I missed that - My lack of attention.

If you coloured your Monza 17's red I would match the Tornado Red of the 'lipstick' around the front grill. Also, Tornado Red is quite a deep rich red. Being TR it might even make selling them easier one day.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: rich83 on August 04, 2012, 03:20:09 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2F56a6b89a-2fa4-4367.jpg&hash=9330854026d8217c75c2ea8657910361983a56cb)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: rich83 on August 04, 2012, 03:26:07 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs17.postimage.org%2Fsiypwz2gd%2F56a6b89a_2fa4_4367.jpg&hash=e33b450e0c28a9c3b22be2e51cccf2d5a1e5c325)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: chungster on August 04, 2012, 03:52:38 pm
Is there much tread left on those Rich???

When planning to venture out on track then   :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: rich83 on August 04, 2012, 03:54:50 pm
Is there much tread left on those Rich???

When planning to venture out on track then   :happy2:

~2mm Lee... enough for a track day or maybe 2.

Not sure when ill get out, maybe late summer early autumn.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: rich83 on August 05, 2012, 04:27:53 pm
Just been out to have a look what compound these are. They are M with a 60 wear rating...  :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 05, 2012, 05:02:44 pm
Just been out to have a look what compound these are. They are M with a 60 wear rating...  :scared:


 :surprised: :surprised:  I thoughts 100s wore fast!

You putting them on when you arrive at the track? Lol
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: rich83 on August 05, 2012, 05:46:39 pm
Will have to!  :signLOL: Might not make it home otherwise!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: Grande_GTi on August 09, 2012, 11:09:51 am
Track wheels have gotta be a lairy colour rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: Kingabzyy on September 04, 2012, 08:51:40 pm
such a sexy car in the flesh, jus brilliant
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: rich83 on September 04, 2012, 10:57:58 pm
Thanks abz :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: rich83 on September 09, 2012, 12:03:56 am
This is an overlay of my stock vs stage 1 rolling road results.

Really happy with it. Not only peak power but the area under the graph which is more important really.  :driver:

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/5418590458_d282ff550d_b%20copy.jpg)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: adamm on September 10, 2012, 11:40:04 am
Ahem...

"Aggravating Audi owners superiority complex since 2010..."

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: rich83 on September 10, 2012, 11:50:18 am
Ahem...

"Aggravating Audi owners superiority complex since 2010..."



ohh hai!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Cheap a048s
Post by: Hedge on September 10, 2012, 01:32:34 pm
 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: rich83 on September 30, 2012, 11:22:59 am
In tomorrow for a service+ at AKS

Oil change + filter with millers nano drive 5w40
Spark plugs (alex to advice on type)
Fuel Filter (never been changed before)
PCV rev. N (never been changed before)
DSG basic settings reset
REVO K04 stage 1 linear version (I am getting beefed with only having to use 1cm of throttle travel)

Might put my 17s on in the morning if its dry  :driver:
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: stealthwolf on September 30, 2012, 11:35:44 am
Fuel filter change made a massive difference for me. Car felt more "free".
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: RedRobin on September 30, 2012, 11:45:59 am
^^^^
Free as a bird! You is flyin' Jaz!

Funny how those little things make such an unexpected difference, but fuel is pretty fundamental when you think about it!
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: Mandy on September 30, 2012, 11:50:52 am
Fuel filter change made a massive difference for me. Car felt more "free".

My fuel filter was a bit yuk aswell when I had it changed.


Is there a particular reason for changing the PCV and for resetting your DSG? :smiley:

Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: rich83 on September 30, 2012, 11:57:04 am
Fuel filter change made a massive difference for me. Car felt more "free".

My fuel filter was a bit yuk aswell when I had it changed.


Is there a particular reason for changing the PCV and for resetting your DSG? :smiley:



PCV i still on the 2007 version that came with the car, its more of a preventative measure than actually fixing something thats broken, but it saves me another trip up there if it dies soon. DSG reset just because its never been done (despite DSG oil change been carried out, i don't think VW did the full reset) and sometimes it feels a bit lumpy.
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: RedRobin on September 30, 2012, 12:04:35 pm
^^^^
Is your DSG remapped, Rich? Mine was a bit 'lumpy' and my Revo DSG remap sorted that.
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: rich83 on September 30, 2012, 12:05:17 pm
^^^^
Is your DSG remapped, Rich? Mine was a bit 'lumpy' and my Revo DSG remap sorted that.

Yes Robin... stage 1  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: chungster on September 30, 2012, 02:23:57 pm
Is linear map available on Stage 1?? Thought it was Stage 2 and beyond only??
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: rich83 on September 30, 2012, 02:35:08 pm
Is linear map available on Stage 1?? Thought it was Stage 2 and beyond only??

Afaik they have made one now. When I initially got my car updated they only had the stock throttle version.

I'm hoping that the new linear version doesn't make my "part throttle rattle" re-appear.
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: stealthwolf on September 30, 2012, 05:26:50 pm
^^^^
Free as a bird! You is flyin' Jaz!
Felt like it. Accelerating on the motorway felt effortless, almost too easy - as though the car has no rolling resistance.
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: h4rdy on October 01, 2012, 04:20:47 am
^^^^
Is your DSG remapped, Rich? Mine was a bit 'lumpy' and my Revo DSG remap sorted that.

Strange mine had been lumpy since Alex did the stage 2 DSG?

It does need a service though but will have to wait until next year now.
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: RedRobin on October 01, 2012, 09:31:35 am
^^^^
DSG servicing also seems to contribute to curing lumpiness. I don't know why.
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: rich83 on October 01, 2012, 09:32:35 am
^^^^
Is your DSG remapped, Rich? Mine was a bit 'lumpy' and my Revo DSG remap sorted that.

Strange mine had been lumpy since Alex did the stage 2 DSG?

It does need a service though but will have to wait until next year now.

 I would get it looked at mate.. you cannot be too carful with these boxes
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 01, 2012, 09:36:04 am

Say hello to my sweetheart  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: rich83 on October 01, 2012, 09:37:45 am

Say hello to my sweetheart  :grin:

I will do mate...  :happy2:

Shame its raining today, was gonna put the a048s on for a giggle.  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 01, 2012, 10:25:12 am

Say hello to my sweetheart  :grin:

I will do mate...  :happy2:

Shame its raining today, was gonna put the a048s on for a giggle.  :sad1:

Just ignore the bonnet  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: rich83 on October 01, 2012, 11:00:50 am
Ill try to.....  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: Jussa on October 01, 2012, 12:25:55 pm
^^^^
Is your DSG remapped, Rich? Mine was a bit 'lumpy' and my Revo DSG remap sorted that.

Strange mine had been lumpy since Alex did the stage 2 DSG?

It does need a service though but will have to wait until next year now.

Guys,  who is Alex, does he work for AKS?  I'm looking to get a custom DSG map put on mine as Revo don't do a DSG map for my car   :sad1:
Any suggestion for a good place that is closest to the South East?  :notworthy:
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 01, 2012, 12:38:20 pm

Alex Kerr, vRSalex on here.  Runs AKS tuning  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: rich83 on October 01, 2012, 06:45:25 pm
Excellent service as always from Alex.

All jobs done, linear throttle file is sooooooooooooo much better (even though most do'nt think it necessary on stage 1), and now the DSG has been reset it has definitely made an improvement to it. All in all the car just feels better, it always does after a service!  :driver:

Alex decided on the Nology Silver spark plugs, I think he has got a set to gonna try on his octavia.

Happy customer.

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/536071_10151032494750882_1725358495_n.jpg)

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 01, 2012, 06:50:46 pm

I saw sombody else recommend those a bit ago, are they the fairly expensive ones?  Or a variant of?  Where do they sit in the heat index (i.e. 7's 8's)
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: rich83 on October 01, 2012, 06:54:41 pm

I saw sombody else recommend those a bit ago, are they the fairly expensive ones?  Or a variant of?  Where do they sit in the heat index (i.e. 7's 8's)

Not silly money really... £32 for 4. Alex says they are rated between 6-8
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on October 01, 2012, 07:01:54 pm

Bit of maths for me there lol.  Ill give em a try, can never swap plugs too often lol.
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: h4rdy on October 01, 2012, 07:19:25 pm
^^^^
Is your DSG remapped, Rich? Mine was a bit 'lumpy' and my Revo DSG remap sorted that.

Strange mine had been lumpy since Alex did the stage 2 DSG?

It does need a service though but will have to wait until next year now.

 I would get it looked at mate.. you cannot be too carful with these boxes

I will have it serviced but it was ok before the remap!

80k miles so its due.

Maybe Ill get it done sooner rather than later but it wasn't on the dot at 40k, I think 42k.

Linear throttle is so much better!
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: chungster on October 01, 2012, 07:19:55 pm
Is the linear map a freebie or is there a charge? I'm thinking it should help the mpg with better throttle modulation  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: rich83 on October 01, 2012, 07:23:47 pm
Is the linear map a freebie or is there a charge? I'm thinking it should help the mpg with better throttle modulation  :smiley:

Yes Lee... FOC.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: chungster on October 01, 2012, 07:28:10 pm
Cheers Rich best get myself over to AKS!

Will be Living about 5 miles from AKS next year....but even closer to TT Shop  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: rich83 on October 01, 2012, 07:30:41 pm
Sounds like you'll be in car garage heaven Lee!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - AKS service time
Post by: Poppa Dom on October 03, 2012, 10:35:23 pm
You moving to Bedford Lee? kemp stop/Bromham?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Asthma Fix
Post by: rich83 on October 08, 2012, 11:07:21 am
Finally got around to fitting a different climate panel today. The climate works fine for about 1 hour, then it all locks up.... all the flaps close and no air comes out of the vents.

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/Photo%2008-10-2012%2010%2026%2053%20AM.jpg)

Testing... before all the cheap plastic trim goes back on!  :grin:

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/Photo%2008-10-2012%2010%2030%2051%20AM.jpg)

Wont know if its worked until i do another long journey....  :indifferent:

Rich

(and yes... my satnav is from the mid 90s  :signLOL: )
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Asthma Fix
Post by: stealthwolf on October 08, 2012, 11:08:32 am
How comes you didn't go for a MK6 one? I'm not a fan of it but most people would have taken this opportunity to upgrade.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Asthma Fix
Post by: rich83 on October 08, 2012, 11:11:55 am
How comes you didn't go for a MK6 one? I'm not a fan of it but most people would have taken this opportunity to upgrade.

I would have to upgrade to the RNS510 too...
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Asthma Fix
Post by: damoegan on October 08, 2012, 07:34:31 pm
How comes you didn't go for a MK6 one? I'm not a fan of it but most people would have taken this opportunity to upgrade.

I would have to upgrade to the RNS510 too...

And I believe you have to remove half of the dash to replace something else too...
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 2 years (and a bit)
Post by: rich83 on October 18, 2012, 11:46:57 am
Only just realised that I've have my car just over 2 years now. I was only going to keep it a year and then get another diesel... but I cant part with it.... its too much fun!

In those 2 years it has never broken down (with the exception of a flat tyre, and a slight misfire due to old plugs)...... and i see no real reason to part with it, other than stupid petrol costs.

Another 2 years maybe??  :driver:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 2 years (and a bit)
Post by: Matto on October 18, 2012, 11:50:03 am
Only just realised that I've have my car just over 2 years now. I was only going to keep it a year and then get another diesel... but I cant part with it.... its too much fun!

In those 2 years it has never broken down (with the exception of a flat tyre, and a slight misfire due to old plugs)...... and i see no real reason to part with it, other than stupid petrol costs.

Another 2 years maybe??  :driver:

I reckon so mate. Don't see the need to change as often as some. I had my mk4 for 6 years and bought a 5 door due to planning ahead with the intention of keeping it. If you happy with it them I'd keep it  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 2 years (and a bit)
Post by: E30Dom on October 18, 2012, 11:51:50 am
It's what would you replace it with... What gives you the practicality, fuel consumption for the performance, style, agility for the same money?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 2 years (and a bit)
Post by: stealthwolf on October 18, 2012, 03:01:13 pm
I feel similar. Initially bought the car on PCP with the plan to change to the latest GTI every three years but saw what the MK6 looked like and loved my car too much to want to change.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 2 years (and a bit)
Post by: rich83 on October 18, 2012, 03:08:09 pm
It's what would you replace it with... What gives you the practicality, fuel consumption for the performance, style, agility for the same money?

Exactly.... theres not many out there that can do what it does for the same cost, which to me is nothing as the car was bought outright 2 years ago.

Id swap it for a 335d but they are a bit pricey at the moment and insurance on them is a killer!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 2 years (and a bit)
Post by: Beddie on October 18, 2012, 07:51:06 pm

Another 2 years maybe??  :driver:

Hell yeah! 4 years into mine now  :driver:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 2 years (and a bit)
Post by: Saintsteve on October 18, 2012, 07:57:50 pm

Another 2 years maybe??  :driver:

Hell yeah! 4 years into mine now  :driver:
Ditto here... Won't give mine up for all the tea in china ..

Best 4 years motoring I've ever enjoyed
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 2 years (and a bit)
Post by: MAT ED30 on October 18, 2012, 08:03:49 pm
Had mine 5 years now and still think about selling up but i just struggle to find a car that does what mine does without having to spend another 10 to 20k or cost mad money on fuel
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 2 years (and a bit)
Post by: Nodz on October 18, 2012, 08:11:50 pm
I've had mine 2years and a month this week and I remember when buying it I said I was keeping it for 3years or until it hit 70k and I'll get rid and get something else. It's now on 70k and I have no intentions of getting rid of it, well not through choice but that's a different story for the new year. I have never driven or owned another car that ticks so many boxes
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 2 years (and a bit)
Post by: gazbutS3 on October 18, 2012, 09:03:57 pm
I know mine isn't a GTI, but feel exactly the same about the S3, bought it new over 4 years ago, have gradually modded it into a geat fast road car and quite capable track car that still ticks all the boxes. Regularly think about changing it as its a second car now, but without spending £KKKK's I don't see anything that suits my needs  :happy2:

so keep your car pal and enjoy it :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 2 years (and a bit)
Post by: rich83 on October 18, 2012, 10:19:44 pm
Great to hear that you all feel the same way I do about your cars.  :drinking:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Fuel Trims.... talk to me!!
Post by: rich83 on October 22, 2012, 01:26:32 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm9.staticflickr.com%2F8196%2F8112433312_a1317ded10_b.jpg&hash=ce12abff5dcc9120d81f71ae9d599f77fb9c2f91) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/8112433312/)
Fuel trims... all ok according to AKS. (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/8112433312/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

What does that mean? Is was taken just now, engine turned on and idling for a few minutes.

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Fuel Trims.... talk to me!!
Post by: vRSAlex on October 22, 2012, 01:28:41 pm
Means its all perfect.  10% either way is the limit.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Fuel Trims.... talk to me!!
Post by: rich83 on October 22, 2012, 01:29:40 pm
Means its all perfect.  10% either way is the limit.

Perfect.... thanks alex!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Fuel Trims.... talk to me!!
Post by: rich83 on November 06, 2012, 12:09:16 pm
Just polishing and waxing the front of my car.... reminds me that I MUST get the front end resprayed next year.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Fuel Trims.... talk to me!!
Post by: bacillus on November 06, 2012, 03:29:24 pm
Sorry but what were your fuel trim values??
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Fuel Trims.... talk to me!!
Post by: rich83 on November 06, 2012, 03:31:21 pm
Sorry but what were your fuel trim values??

Just fixed the broken link  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Fuel Trims.... talk to me!!
Post by: E30Dom on November 06, 2012, 04:54:01 pm
If 10% is the limit then you're well in! :pomppomp:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Fuel Trims.... talk to me!!
Post by: rich83 on November 06, 2012, 04:56:16 pm
Yep...   :happy2:

So if the fueling it spot on... then that does puzzle me why the tail pipes get black so quickly.  :stupid:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Fuel Trims.... talk to me!!
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on November 06, 2012, 04:59:46 pm
Yep...   :happy2:

So if the fueling it spot on... then that does puzzle me why the tail pipes get black so quickly.  :stupid:

I thought Revo maps were quite heavy on the fuelling at the top end (why you see loads of black smoke on Dyno days)?

Could be a bit of oil getting burned?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Fuel Trims.... talk to me!!
Post by: E30Dom on November 06, 2012, 05:02:12 pm
Yep...   :happy2:

So if the fueling it spot on... then that does puzzle me why the tail pipes get black so quickly.  :stupid:

Is that not fueling at idle...

The 2.0TFSi does like to run rich, and it is safer to do so... But I knocked my fueling from F7 to F8 and the soot deposits, greatly reduced...(but if you're on F9 for your  and also i find on the odd occasion i'm forced to use tesco momentum, I get more deposits round the tail pipes... I try to 100% run V-Power....
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 07, 2012, 10:07:29 pm
Oops!

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/Photo%2007-11-2012%2009%2048%2023%20PM.jpg)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 07, 2012, 10:15:44 pm

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fu233%2Fjessehathaway%2Fmagpie.jpg&hash=71402eac8c405cb0b7d4e844650bfd2c2f13a25e)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Poppa Dom on November 07, 2012, 10:16:57 pm
Hahahaha Mike, the words POT.... KETTLE..... spring to mind...  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 07, 2012, 10:24:30 pm
Im sending the EVOMS tag off to be diamond encrusted tomorrow...  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 10, 2012, 02:29:51 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.tinypic.com%2F2585lqv.jpg&hash=02afbf67f7b4733963c5d7ee4b2d052d1dc3e855)

I had a look at fitting it but i dont have the right tool to get to the clamp on the turbo....  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: Hedge on November 10, 2012, 02:36:52 pm
I do.  :happy2:

Mole grips work well.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 10, 2012, 02:39:44 pm
Ahh yes... mole grips would do they job.....   :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: vRSAlex on November 10, 2012, 03:58:18 pm
Pull it hard.  Or come up and borrow my tool!   :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: keano on November 10, 2012, 04:42:29 pm
Haha. Good purchase Rich.

I was reading an old thread of yours the other day, stating that you'd never modify your car.  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - 2 years (and a bit)
Post by: Oli on November 10, 2012, 05:38:12 pm
It's what would you replace it with... What gives you the practicality, fuel consumption for the performance, style, agility for the same money?

Exactly.... theres not many out there that can do what it does for the same cost, which to me is nothing as the car was bought outright 2 years ago.

Id swap it for a 335d but they are a bit pricey at the moment and insurance on them is a killer!

And although relentless, even more so with a map, they are very boring to drive!!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 11, 2012, 02:58:50 pm
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/Evoms.jpg)

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/Evoms1.jpg)



(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Flounge.moviecodec.com%2Fimages%2Fattachment%2Fdarth-vader-vs-darth-reven-vs-darth-nihilus-153.jpg&hash=dd08e90ad229745c665b24334ab75110ecc5881c)

 :driver:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: MAT ED30 on November 11, 2012, 03:00:57 pm
Bloody loud thing them I wander how long u will last with it  as I  only managed a few months
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 11, 2012, 03:06:48 pm
TBH its not as bad as i thought it would be... I thought there would be more turbo stall noise (chu chu chu) on lift off.

Worst comes to worse ill sell it if it starts pissing me off  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: MAT ED30 on November 11, 2012, 03:10:32 pm
Yeah that's what i did it was funny for a while but then it just took something away for driving the car  :confused: I think as I was doing 20 plus k a year in the car it got silly after 10k  :rolleye: still the power gain are great as that's the bonus with it
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 11, 2012, 03:12:25 pm
Its made the fluttering noise on spool louder. Main thing is that i managed to fit it and not drop anything into the turbo....  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: Hedge on November 11, 2012, 03:13:17 pm
 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 11, 2012, 03:13:49 pm
:signLOL:

Mole grips... i thank you!  :notworthy:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: Saintsteve on November 11, 2012, 03:46:45 pm
Bloody loud thing them I wander how long u will last with it  as I  only managed a few months

dsg cars a not as loud as the manuals Matt for chuffs and sneezes :laugh:

Although since ditching the rev d diverter back to the Rev G, mine now sounds abit more Chav  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 11, 2012, 10:59:41 pm
Bloody loud thing them I wander how long u will last with it  as I  only managed a few months

dsg cars a not as loud as the manuals Matt for chuffs and sneezes :laugh:

Although since ditching the rev d diverter back to the Rev G, mine now sounds abit more Chav  :sad1:

Yeah its odd... some of the noises i expected, and some i didnt.  :scared:

It didnt seem to feel any faster when i first put it on, but after 60 miles it seems to pick up quicker.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 12, 2012, 12:51:34 pm
 :signLOL:

Put my iphone on to video... and then forgot it was recording. Some stupid idiot decided to stop on in the middle of the magic round-a-bout.



Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: Poppa Dom on November 12, 2012, 12:57:43 pm
 :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 12, 2012, 01:00:56 pm

 :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin: :congrats:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 12, 2012, 01:11:51 pm
The evoms has made the engine sound soooo much better deeper tone and more throaty!  :driver: (but no more noise when cruising which is perfect for me)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: Hurdy on November 12, 2012, 05:36:06 pm
 :happy2: EVOMs FTW.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 12, 2012, 05:38:30 pm
:happy2: EVOMs FTW.

PM coming your way Mr Hurdy.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: Saintsteve on November 12, 2012, 05:59:29 pm
Wish my intake came with a beep machine  :signLOL: :signLOL:   :notworthy:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: damoegan on November 12, 2012, 06:08:16 pm
:signLOL:

Put my iphone on to video... and then forgot it was recording. Some stupid idiot decided to stop on in the middle of the magic round-a-bout.






 :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: Poppa Dom on November 12, 2012, 06:33:15 pm
Glad that you are appreciating it Rich  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 14, 2012, 12:21:17 am
A shot from a little meet tonight.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm9.staticflickr.com%2F8197%2F8183575746_8708def944_b.jpg&hash=5a50fd5fa385464779f6931e197fbd0945dbdd99)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/59954848@N07/8183575746/
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: Andy on November 14, 2012, 12:35:08 am
Your car is looking super clean in that shot Rich :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 14, 2012, 12:37:01 am
Your car is looking super clean in that shot Rich :happy2:

It wasnt....  :signLOL:

Well it kind of was, but the wheels are shocking!

Its amazing what difference a few coats of good wax makes to the amount (or lack) of dirt that sticks to your car...  :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: cupra_k1 on November 14, 2012, 05:30:29 am
Have you checked your fuel trims since fitting the Evoms, Rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 14, 2012, 10:28:11 am
Have you checked your fuel trims since fitting the Evoms, Rich?

Yes... just checked them.

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/EvomsFT.png)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 14, 2012, 10:30:53 am
Before -0.6 .... 0.4
After   -1.8 .... 1.6

No idea what that indicated though.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: Matto on November 14, 2012, 01:43:32 pm
Before -0.6 .... 0.4
After   -1.8 .... 1.6

No idea what that indicated though.

Just out of interest, is this something you checked with VCDS or can it be done with the Polar FIS unit? Only reason I asked is the figures you've put up are a similar layout to what the latest Polar software shows.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 14, 2012, 08:17:56 pm
Not sure if the polar FIS reads that data or not. I got the above from vcds obviously  :-)

Alex. If you read this can you tell me what it means please. :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 15, 2012, 12:05:13 pm
Good job SWMBO is out....  :signLOL:

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/Photo%2015-11-2012%2010%2054%2050%20AM.jpg)

Cleaned...

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/Photo%2015-11-2012%2011%2038%2044%20AM.jpg)

Oiled...

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/Photo%2015-11-2012%2011%2042%2008%20AM.jpg)

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: RedRobin on November 15, 2012, 05:41:56 pm
^^^^
Cleaned....

Oiled....

Bannished from the bedroom by SWMBO until further notice!

Looks like you did a good job of it, Rich  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: vRSAlex on November 15, 2012, 06:04:30 pm
Not sure if the polar FIS reads that data or not. I got the above from vcds obviously  :-)

Alex. If you read this can you tell me what it means please. :-)

Easiest way to put it is that its still perfect.  Just the car adapting to the new filter.  You could reset all the engine adaptions and see what the figures are after a few 100 miles.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: Hedge on November 15, 2012, 08:09:16 pm
Good job SWMBO is out....  :signLOL:

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/Photo%2015-11-2012%2010%2054%2050%20AM.jpg)

Cleaned...

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/Photo%2015-11-2012%2011%2038%2044%20AM.jpg)

Oiled...

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/Photo%2015-11-2012%2011%2042%2008%20AM.jpg)



I used to use a few kettles of water and some Oxyaction stuff. Worked well.

After I oiled it (outside only) I would wrap it in paper towels and leave it somewhere warm.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: Thor on November 15, 2012, 09:02:29 pm

After I oiled it (outside only) I would wrap it in paper towels and leave it somewhere warm.  :happy2:

Say no more Tiger  :wink: :wink:  :evilgrin: :evilgrin: A nods as good as a wink to a blind bat. say no more
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: Hedge on November 15, 2012, 09:13:00 pm
 :ashamed:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: Poppa Dom on November 15, 2012, 09:13:02 pm
 :congrats:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: Greeners on November 15, 2012, 10:09:46 pm
 :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 15, 2012, 10:21:07 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.roflcat.com%2Fimages%2Fcats%2F270911970_db35fdd4ca.jpg&hash=6e219d4219d31e7abb758e89384f919a078d8714)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: Hedge on November 15, 2012, 10:26:20 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cavstheblog.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2011%2F11%2Fsad-cat.jpeg&hash=2e42d2cf6337d9b84dc677a213f9d8c26bdd4733)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2012, 10:37:13 am
 :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2012, 10:50:52 am
Alex... how do i reset the engine adaptations?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: vRSAlex on November 16, 2012, 11:50:37 am
Alex... how do i reset the engine adaptations?

Log into the engine ecu, go to 10-adaptions, in the box type 00, then test, then save.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Ev-om nom noms
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2012, 11:53:00 am
Alex... how do i reset the engine adaptations?

Log into the engine ecu, go to 10-adaptions, in the box type 00, then test, then save.

 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on November 16, 2012, 12:00:07 pm
Then BOOM!  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2012, 12:02:32 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.wikia.com%2Fglee%2Fimages%2Fa%2Fa0%2FOmg_cat.jpg&hash=8251dcd5fa44466b3f68ca03571201d384140a33)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 26, 2012, 12:52:07 pm


Cha cha cha cha cha cha!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: galaxie500 on November 26, 2012, 01:03:09 pm
Rich. Were you testing your GoPro or did I miss something? 
Very stable mount you have there BTW.
PR :driver:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 26, 2012, 01:08:21 pm
Just using a manfrotto magic arm and my canon G12... just a little video of the noise the intake makes.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 26, 2012, 02:28:46 pm
Need a headrest for the mount Rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: RedRobin on November 26, 2012, 03:00:56 pm
^^^^
I could hear your intake - Which one is it? < I see back a few pages that it's an Evoms - The laughing Hyena strikes again!

I thought the vid was a very good demo of the Rain-x equivalent you use.

Good camera work  :happy2: - Nice angle view.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: galaxie500 on November 26, 2012, 03:09:11 pm
Ah yes -  a Magic Arm is a piece of kit I use literally daily.  How did we manage without them?!

Is the intake a big improvement do you think?  I'm considering the stage 1 remap after Xmas ( and after my tax bill) Is the  new intake a definite requirement if you go this route?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on November 26, 2012, 04:26:54 pm
No you don't need an intake for stage 1.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 26, 2012, 05:32:22 pm
Need a headrest for the mount Rich?

Do you have one?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 26, 2012, 05:32:52 pm
Ah yes -  a Magic Arm is a piece of kit I use literally daily.  How did we manage without them?!

Is the intake a big improvement do you think?  I'm considering the stage 1 remap after Xmas ( and after my tax bill) Is the  new intake a definite requirement if you go this route?

Fantastic invention!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 26, 2012, 06:30:41 pm
Need a headrest for the mount Rich?

Do you have one?

A headrest? Technically, no. 
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 26, 2012, 06:34:17 pm
Need a headrest for the mount Rich?

Do you have one?

A headrest? Technically, no. 

No good then...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm4.staticflickr.com%2F3024%2F4077013347_767d3a8957.jpg&hash=9e5b03281b4725fd2787bdee1f98ccecf98a32d3) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/4077013347/)
Car Rig 9 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/4077013347/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

I clamped it to the driver headrest pole and used the other clamp to mount the camera, on on on the bar sections.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 26, 2012, 06:34:46 pm
Im going to make a proper one soon.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: chungster on November 26, 2012, 08:32:25 pm
That vid in Hemel H ??

Btw what is that sig pic of yours??
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 26, 2012, 08:34:35 pm
St albans road Lee..  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 26, 2012, 08:45:36 pm

I sussed out the sig pic the other day  :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: chungster on November 26, 2012, 08:50:03 pm

I sussed out the sig pic the other day  :innocent:

Doesn't look very good does it Mike  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 26, 2012, 08:51:07 pm

I sussed out the sig pic the other day  :innocent:

Doesn't look very good does it Mike  :sad1:

Affirmative!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Poppa Dom on November 26, 2012, 09:18:14 pm
Hehehe, that kind of appeals to my sense of humour  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 26, 2012, 09:19:09 pm
  :signLOL: Good!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 04, 2012, 08:08:08 pm
Ticked over 60,000 miles today... so thats 47,000 in my hands.

BLOOOODY rear anti roll bar is STLL noisey even after replacing the bushes a few months back.  :fighting: :fighting: :fighting:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Eddie-NL on December 04, 2012, 09:43:33 pm
Ticked over 60,000 miles today... so thats 47,000 in my hands.

BLOOOODY rear anti roll bar is STLL noisey even after replacing the bushes a few months back.  :fighting: :fighting: :fighting:

I can still remember when you got it, doesn't seem that long ago
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on December 04, 2012, 09:50:32 pm

Squeeking or creaking?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 04, 2012, 09:51:32 pm
Creaking mike..

Eddie.. it was 2 years in september. Time flies doesnt it.  :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRSAlex on December 04, 2012, 09:57:29 pm
Come and grab a tube of the Superpro grease.   Stuff is magic.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 04, 2012, 10:01:17 pm
I 'might' ask to use your ramp when i pop up next with andy for the BT and REVO... for a donation if thats cool? 17th alex? did you get my FB message?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRSAlex on December 04, 2012, 10:05:33 pm
I 'might' ask to use your ramp when i pop up next with andy for the BT and REVO... for a donation if thats cool? 17th alex? did you get my FB message?

Yeah not a problem.  17th is good too.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 04, 2012, 10:12:14 pm
11am... ill tell andy  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Nodz on December 04, 2012, 10:16:17 pm
Bloody hell 2 years and 47k, I've had mine about the same time as you've had yours and only managed 24k
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: E30Dom on December 06, 2012, 11:18:06 am
Bloody hell 2 years and 47k, I've had mine about the same time as you've had yours and only managed 24k

I'm coming up 2 years and have done 33k so far...
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 06, 2012, 11:47:56 am
Bloody hell 2 years and 47k, I've had mine about the same time as you've had yours and only managed 24k

I'm coming up 2 years and have done 33k so far...

They are built to be driven!

I have a feeling that next year it could do with a full set of bushes... its feeling a bit loose in places.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: E30Dom on December 06, 2012, 12:03:31 pm
Bloody hell 2 years and 47k, I've had mine about the same time as you've had yours and only managed 24k

I'm coming up 2 years and have done 33k so far...

They are built to be driven!

I have a feeling that next year it could do with a full set of bushes... its feeling a bit loose in places.

Exactly, and I can't help thinking a car that's driven daily, and is pampered as much as ours are, are healthier examples... I'm also thinking poly bushes, new droplinks, top mounts, ball joints next year...
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 18, 2012, 10:47:03 pm
Rear ARB bushes re-grreased again.... 5th time at least....  :stupid:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hurdy on December 18, 2012, 11:03:50 pm
Bloody hell 2 years and 47k, I've had mine about the same time as you've had yours and only managed 24k

I'm coming up 2 years and have done 33k so far...

They are built to be driven!

I have a feeling that next year it could do with a full set of bushes... its feeling a bit loose in places.
do it now Rich. Even though mine has done relatively low miles I can REALLY tell the difference :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 18, 2012, 11:13:02 pm
Problem is i dont want any more NVH so i would probably just do oem bushes.  :rolleye:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: RedRobin on December 18, 2012, 11:34:14 pm

Problem is i dont want any more NVH so i would probably just do oem bushes.  :rolleye:


....I didn't experience any additional NVH after fitting SuperPro bushes and I haven't heard any reports of others doing so. I drove someone's Ed30 a couple of months ago who had just had SuperPro's fitted and no NVH there either.

The OEM bushes are rubber and will deteriorate much faster than polyurethane. Also, the labour costs are the same whichever bushes are newly fitted. Plus OEM bushes can be a PITA to remove because of corrosion etc. Either way you would also need to have your car aligned.

I don't know the cost difference between a full set of new OEM bushes and a full set of SuperPro or Powerflex bushes but that would be the only extra cost. vRSAlex could probably give you a good price.

How many miles has yours done now, Rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 18, 2012, 11:35:57 pm
Ahh ok Robin... thats good to hear!  :happy2:

60500 now Robin.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: RedRobin on December 18, 2012, 11:45:17 pm
^^^^
Your car shouldn't really need new bushes at 60,500 miles - It's more something you might expect to replace after at least 120,000 miles. But I think that the OEM bush mounts might be potentially more prone to breakage. You can see their durability limitations just by looking at them:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FRedRobin_05%2FMods%2FOEMbushes_AKS.jpg&hash=85472fccf78ff9b6f24e5a0e4ae5d33da9f80e7a)

^ These are some which vRSAlex removed.

Although I think they were a great mod for my car I don't think you need them unless they actually need replacing.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hurdy on December 18, 2012, 11:51:22 pm
Problem is i dont want any more NVH so i would probably just do oem bushes.  :rolleye:

Not really that much worse at all on mine Rich. The most vibration comes from the solid rubber THS engine mounts, not the poly bushes. :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: rich83 on December 29, 2012, 06:12:54 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm9.staticflickr.com%2F8217%2F8322805628_dd03c0c2ae_b.jpg&hash=9be4c1d15e4c45df840b8252e546384008015df7)

So the evoms has gained me 22bhp. :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: E30Dom on December 29, 2012, 06:21:34 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm9.staticflickr.com%2F8217%2F8322805628_dd03c0c2ae_b.jpg&hash=9be4c1d15e4c45df840b8252e546384008015df7)

So the evoms has gained me 22bhp. :laugh:

On same rollers?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: rich83 on December 29, 2012, 06:24:30 pm
Yep.

Rtech -  REVO stage 1 289bhp
SRR - REVO stage 1 k04 update 289bhp
Rtech -  REVO stage 1+evom 311bhp
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: E30Dom on December 29, 2012, 06:27:36 pm
Yep.

Rtech -  REVO stage 1 289bhp
SRR - REVO stage 1 k04 update 289bhp
Rtech -  REVO stage 1+evom 311bhp

Sweet... nice results! You got more than I did on stage 2 with evoms, bcs exhaust and APR fuel pump!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: vRSAlex on December 29, 2012, 08:12:33 pm
Yep.

Rtech -  REVO stage 1 289bhp
SRR - REVO stage 1 k04 update 289bhp
Rtech -  REVO stage 1+evom 311bhp

Sweet... nice results! You got more than I did on stage 2 with evoms, bcs exhaust and APR fuel pump!

It's the Miller's nanodrive oil not the evoms that's made the difference!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: rich83 on December 29, 2012, 09:16:14 pm
Yep.

Rtech -  REVO stage 1 289bhp
SRR - REVO stage 1 k04 update 289bhp
Rtech -  REVO stage 1+evom 311bhp

Sweet... nice results! You got more than I did on stage 2 with evoms, bcs exhaust and APR fuel pump!

It's the Miller's nanodrive oil not the evoms that's made the difference!

Every little helps mate... ive no doubt that oil is doing it bit to help keep the engine in tip top condition.  :happy2:

Nearly on 62k.... wont be long before it gets another ~5L  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: Hedge on December 29, 2012, 09:19:04 pm
I would say EVOMS is worth 15 ponies at least.  :smiley:

Twintake on the other hand....  :sick:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: Saintsteve on December 29, 2012, 09:23:35 pm
I would say EVOMS is worth 15 ponies at least.  :smiley:

Twintake on the other hand....  :sick:


 :indifferent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: rich83 on December 29, 2012, 09:25:40 pm
I would say EVOMS is worth 15 ponies at least.  :smiley:

Twintake on the other hand....  :sick:

Its an abomination..... 36 jubilee clips....  :stupid:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: Saintsteve on December 29, 2012, 09:46:33 pm
I would say EVOMS is worth 15 ponies at least.  :smiley:

Twintake on the other hand....  :sick:

Its an abomination..... 36 jubilee clips....  :stupid:

Better than tie wraps I spose?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: rich83 on December 29, 2012, 09:50:02 pm
Where?  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: Saintsteve on December 29, 2012, 09:54:49 pm
Where?  :popcornsoda:

Never said yours uses them, cus I know it doesnt, as the same reason there's nothing wrong using jubilee clips if they are not matching in colour???  :confused:

Can you explain what is wrong with a jubilee clip rich?

I can't think of one, unless you can think of a reusable clip that's not useless after one installation?  :popcornsoda:

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: rich83 on December 29, 2012, 10:00:44 pm
Nothing... it just seems to me that the twintake is very faffy and over complicated.... lots of interconnecting parts. (im not knocking its performance, as i dont have any evidence for or against)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: Saintsteve on December 29, 2012, 10:03:04 pm
Nothing... it just seems to me that the twintake is very faffy and over complicated.... lots of interconnecting parts. (im not knocking its performance, as i dont have any evidence for or against)

I'm sure forge have there reasons for their design, some over payed muppet in a lab realising using 2 cannisters is better in terms of air mass than one..

like you , I (we) will never know.. :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: Janner_Sy on December 29, 2012, 10:05:45 pm
I'm sure forge have there reasons for their design, some over payed muppet in a lab realising using 2 cannisters is better in terms of air mass than one..

like you , I (we) will never know.. :happy2:

More like...."the company we buy our filters from dont have anything bigger so we'll just stick 2 on instead"

Plus they already have the "twintercooler" so the "twintake" is clever marketing, and in fairness it has worked.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: RedRobin on December 29, 2012, 10:50:25 pm

Nothing... it just seems to me that the twintake is very faffy and over complicated.... lots of interconnecting parts. (im not knocking its performance, as i dont have any evidence for or against)


....I think that the ITG has more interconnecting parts but both the ITG and Twintake (and Evoms) have been shown to add significant power gains regardless of their number of components. Btw, the Jubilee clips which Forge supply with the Twintake are stainless steel (and there are nowhere near 36!).

Back-to-back comparison and review:   http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,9988.0.html
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: rich83 on December 29, 2012, 10:54:32 pm
Im sure theres 36 Robin.... ian said he counted them once.....  :wink:

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: cheungy on December 30, 2012, 12:17:48 am
Smooth run  :congrats:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: rich83 on December 30, 2012, 09:39:37 am
Smooth run  :congrats:

Ta mate
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: rich83 on December 30, 2012, 02:11:10 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/206574_10151145068750882_1865470223_n.jpg)


Full tail light rings..... not been right for 2 year!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: Matto on December 30, 2012, 10:34:31 pm
How hard was it to do the full ring rear light mod?  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: rich83 on December 31, 2012, 09:25:31 am
How hard was it to do the full ring rear light mod?  :P

Simples! :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 311 311
Post by: Hurdy on December 31, 2012, 10:28:27 am
That looks better Rich  :happy2:

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Boost pressure
Post by: rich83 on January 09, 2013, 04:16:18 pm
Just done some very rough logging.... is 1.4bar normal for a stage 1 ED30?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Boost pressure
Post by: damoegan on January 09, 2013, 05:01:20 pm
I always thought that stage 1 was ~1.1bar..

And stage 2/2+ 1.4/1.4bar+
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Boost pressure
Post by: Hedge on January 09, 2013, 05:14:30 pm
It depends on how long it holds it for.

Stage 2 and 2+ achieve greater ponies because they hold boost and subsequently torque further up the rev range.
As you have made the car breathe (intake, zorst) better so it can do this and also supply more fuel (hpfp).

See tuning made simples.   :pomppomp:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Boost pressure
Post by: rich83 on January 09, 2013, 05:50:32 pm
No zorst ian...
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Boost pressure
Post by: Shorty on January 09, 2013, 06:18:17 pm
What was it peaking and holding? Sounds alot for stage 1 but then it might flash 1.4 and hold less..

I've seen most stage 2+ cars hold 1.5 bar?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Boost pressure
Post by: rich83 on January 09, 2013, 06:24:00 pm
1.4 peak (2460mb as recorded by vcds)

I didnt get a good "in gear" long pull to gauge what it was holding at. Its a 2 man job really.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Boost pressure
Post by: Shorty on January 09, 2013, 06:32:30 pm
1.4 peak (2460mb as recorded by vcds)

I didnt get a good "in gear" long pull to gauge what it was holding at. Its a 2 man job really.

Yeah can be tricky, if you get a good peice of empty road then it's not too bad. If you do a log then do it in 3rd from low down, and turn 'boost' on too for faster logging. :)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Boost pressure
Post by: damoegan on January 09, 2013, 06:38:06 pm
Should really be 4th gear in a 6 speed car..

To get the best results, straight flat road, 4th gear from 2k, press to start log and stamp on it till 6.5k, stop log..
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Boost pressure
Post by: AaronMc on January 09, 2013, 07:16:28 pm
Where did you get the Evoms intake from Rich?

Stunning car btw mate, love mine and puts a smile on my face everytime I drive!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Boost pressure
Post by: rich83 on January 09, 2013, 07:45:14 pm
It came off DomT's edition 30.  :happy2:

22bhp increase!   :party:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Boost pressure
Post by: AaronMc on January 09, 2013, 08:55:25 pm
Oh right I need to try and get hold of one, thats a really good increase! Hmmmmmm  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Boost pressure
Post by: rich83 on January 09, 2013, 08:59:10 pm
Yep... all top end though.  :smiley:

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/289-311%20RR.jpg)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Boost pressure
Post by: Hedge on January 09, 2013, 10:28:32 pm
No zorst ian...

Yes but you only have a stage 1 map so it will only peak and then die away as per the requested boost.

On the bigger stages they request more for longer.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Boost pressure
Post by: rich83 on January 09, 2013, 10:31:25 pm
Sorry miss-read your post.. thought you said mine did.  :stupid:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Boost pressure
Post by: Hedge on January 09, 2013, 10:35:39 pm
Noooooo.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: rich83 on January 17, 2013, 09:36:16 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/582267_10151170869000882_79059910_n.jpg)



Not quite set correctly, in term of position and camera settings... but it works.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: keano on January 17, 2013, 09:46:38 pm
Looking good Rich. What did you throw lol?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: rich83 on January 18, 2013, 01:04:02 am
My rubber key cover decided to break. :-(
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: rex on January 18, 2013, 07:17:58 am
I think the camera should capture more of the road (point it more to the sky).
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: rich83 on January 18, 2013, 08:20:31 am
You right Rex. This was just a test. I need to mess around getting the correct view. :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: keano on January 18, 2013, 08:24:35 am
You right Rex. This was just a test. I need to mess around getting the correct view. :-)

Unacceptable. We expect perfection, first time, every time.

Not sure your welcome on here any more Rich.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: Hedge on January 18, 2013, 08:25:03 am
 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: rich83 on January 18, 2013, 08:44:12 am
You guys!!!  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: rex on January 18, 2013, 09:27:15 am
What are you planning on filming, Rich?
Wouldn't a GoProHero 1/2/3, or something similar, be better (wider angel and very good quality)?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: Saintsteve on January 18, 2013, 09:43:47 am
we want your dynolicous setup in view rich  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: rich83 on January 18, 2013, 09:45:11 am
What are you planning on filming, Rich?
Wouldn't a GoProHero 1/2/3, or something similar, be better (wider angel and very good quality)?

Hopefully a track day sometime this year. This camera is fine to be honest... 720P... just needs a better angle.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: rich83 on January 18, 2013, 09:45:23 am
we want your dynolicous setup in view rich  :laugh:

Give me 5 mins!  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: Saintsteve on January 18, 2013, 09:47:40 am
Oh and what's that in the dashboard... Some sort of wireless or gramophone or something?  :chicken:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: rich83 on January 18, 2013, 09:49:46 am
Oh and what's that in the dashboard... Some sort of wireless or gramophone or something?  :chicken:

Cheeky feck.... its an antique. Propper old school me..... init!   :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: Saintsteve on January 18, 2013, 09:59:38 am
Oh and what's that in the dashboard... Some sort of wireless or gramophone or something?  :chicken:

Cheeky feck.... its an antique. Propper old school me..... init!   :P

 :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: Hedge on January 18, 2013, 10:03:41 am
It's called Chav Nav Steve.  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: Janner_Sy on January 18, 2013, 10:06:03 am
Where did you get the camera mount. ive got all the bits ready to go but havent picked a mount because the ones i have looked at seemed flimsy.

Have you tried throwing the car about a bit to see if the camera moves
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: rich83 on January 18, 2013, 10:11:16 am
Bought it from ebay Sy.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Pro-360-Swivel-Mini-Ball-Head-1-4-Screw-for-DSLR-Camera-Tripod-Ballhead-Stand-/290776631165?ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:GB:3160

In fact... I bought 2. So if you want it ill send you it for the price shown on the ebay listing.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: Janner_Sy on January 18, 2013, 10:27:07 am
Bought it from ebay Sy.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Pro-360-Swivel-Mini-Ball-Head-1-4-Screw-for-DSLR-Camera-Tripod-Ballhead-Stand-/290776631165?ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:GB:3160

In fact... I bought 2. So if you want it ill send you it for the price shown on the ebay listing.

happy days.  cheers bud.  ill pm you details this afternoon busy moving house at the moment.

Sy
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: rich83 on January 18, 2013, 10:28:15 am
Yeah no problem.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: rich83 on February 04, 2013, 02:18:46 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm9.staticflickr.com%2F8192%2F8444942122_11f8cff08a_o.jpg&hash=a7fb9563e41f78a427c4e57649f42c30de8114ce) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/8444942122/)
Shes still got it! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/8444942122/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

 :love:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: keano on February 04, 2013, 02:22:13 pm
Still got 2 doors too many? I don't understand? :chicken: :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 04, 2013, 02:24:30 pm
I tried to use some body filler to make it a 3dr... but it didnt work so had to remove it all...  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: E30Dom on February 04, 2013, 02:25:42 pm
5 doors ftw... looking lovely!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: alexperkins on February 04, 2013, 03:12:55 pm
5 doors ftw  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: RedRobin on February 04, 2013, 04:01:19 pm

Still got 2 doors too many? I don't understand? :chicken: :P


....She's ready for when Rich makes her pregnant. Women tend to be more sensible than us blokes about planning ahead.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 04, 2013, 04:02:58 pm
Fingers cross I am able to keep it that long Robin...  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: fab5freddy on February 04, 2013, 04:14:18 pm
Fingers cross I am able to keep it that up long enough Robin...  :happy2:

Fixed that for you  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: alexperkins on February 04, 2013, 04:14:51 pm
 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Matto on February 04, 2013, 04:18:54 pm
Nowhere near enough soot up its backside for a TDI.

Nice photo though Rich  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: paulw123 on February 04, 2013, 04:29:17 pm
Someone sent me this the other day:-

Dan was a single guy living at home with his father and working in the family business.

When he found out he was going to inherit a fortune when his sickly father died,he decided he needed to find a wife with whom to share his fortune.
 
One evening, at an investment meeting, he spotted the most beautiful woman he had ever seen.
 
Her natural beauty took his breath away."I may look like just an ordinary guy," he said to her,"But in just a few years my father will die and I will inherit $200 million"."

Impressed, the woman asked for his business card and three weeks later, she became his stepmother.

Women are so much better at financial planning than men.  :P
 
 
 
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on February 04, 2013, 04:30:59 pm
Looking good Rich  :happy2:

Slap with the lowering stick required though  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 04, 2013, 04:34:45 pm
Looking good Rich  :happy2:

Slap with the lowering stick required though  :evilgrin:

Its on the list of things to do before I die!!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on February 04, 2013, 04:35:51 pm
Looking good Rich  :happy2:

Slap with the lowering stick required though  :evilgrin:

Its on the list of things to do before I die!!  :signLOL:

Hopefully plenty of time to do it then  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saintsteve on February 04, 2013, 04:48:05 pm
Loose the Edition30 boot badge rich or your TDI badge is not gonna fool many ;-)

Great pic  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: RedRobin on February 04, 2013, 04:55:18 pm

Someone sent me this the other day:-

Dan was a single guy living at home with his father and working in the family business.

When he found out he was going to inherit a fortune when his sickly father died,he decided he needed to find a wife with whom to share his fortune.
 
One evening, at an investment meeting, he spotted the most beautiful woman he had ever seen.
 
Her natural beauty took his breath away."I may look like just an ordinary guy," he said to her,"But in just a few years my father will die and I will inherit $200 million"."

Impressed, the woman asked for his business card and three weeks later, she became his stepmother.

Women are so much better at financial planning than men.  :P
 

....Brilliant!  :signLOL: :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on February 04, 2013, 09:01:37 pm
Loose the Edition30 boot badge rich or your TDI badge is not gonna fool many ;-)

Great pic  :smiley:

Or lose the TDI badge, those sort of tricks belong on a banger  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 04, 2013, 11:36:34 pm
Loose the Edition30 boot badge rich or your TDI badge is not gonna fool many ;-)

Great pic  :smiley:

Or lose the TDI badge, those sort of tricks belong on a banger  :grin:


Last time i checked it was my car.......  :innocent:

Ill put a GTI badge back on when i can be bothered to source a high quality RED replacement.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on February 05, 2013, 07:47:54 am
Loose the Edition30 boot badge rich or your TDI badge is not gonna fool many ;-)

Great pic  :smiley:

Or lose the TDI badge, those sort of tricks belong on a banger  :grin:


Last time i checked it was my car.......  :innocent:

Ill put a GTI badge back on when i can be bothered to source a high quality RED replacement.  :happy2:

Red GTI badge would look sweet  :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Pikey Mount
Post by: Kiwi on February 05, 2013, 05:54:19 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/582267_10151170869000882_79059910_n.jpg)



Not quite set correctly, in term of position and camera settings... but it works.

Hi Rich

Where did you get the headrest mount from ?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 05, 2013, 05:55:07 pm
I made it  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Kiwi on February 05, 2013, 06:00:15 pm
I made it  :happy2:

Do you have the measurements or template you made?

I fancy having doing the same thing  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 05, 2013, 06:07:22 pm
Beddie made a how to...

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,32929.0.html

Mines a slightly different design to allow more adjustment.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Kiwi on February 05, 2013, 07:16:52 pm
Beddie made a how to...

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,32929.0.html

Mines a slightly different design to allow more adjustment.

Thanks Pal  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: E30Dom on February 06, 2013, 10:33:42 am
Two hands on the wheel and feed the wheel round corners... :mad:

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Grande_GTi on February 06, 2013, 11:16:22 am
Looking good
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: RENNTAG on February 06, 2013, 02:32:40 pm
I made a headrest mount for a track day i did at the weekend. Worked really well. Does not look as professional as yours though Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 07, 2013, 03:29:58 pm
I made a headrest mount for a track day i did at the weekend. Worked really well. Does not look as professional as yours though Rich

Thanks mate... so long as it works and doesn't damage your headrest poles then it doesn't matter what it looks like.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: RENNTAG on February 07, 2013, 03:33:25 pm
I made a headrest mount for a track day i did at the weekend. Worked really well. Does not look as professional as yours though Rich

Thanks mate... so long as it works and doesn't damage your headrest poles then it doesn't matter what it looks like.

Yeah as long as i dont tighten the bolts up too much its fine.

My Dad has a 993 and wants me to make something similar for that, but because it does not have a headrest like the golf im going to have to think up a different way to fix it in place.  :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 07, 2013, 03:43:12 pm
Yeah... is that recaros? Tricky but im sure it can be done.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 04, 2013, 02:00:38 am
MOT on monday/today 9:50am.... fingers crossed.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: chrisr763 on March 04, 2013, 01:01:57 pm
MOT on monday/today 9:50am.... fingers crossed.  :smiley:

I'm sure it'll pass with flying colours. Did you check your numberplate lights?   :grin: Always the common fault
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 04, 2013, 01:50:38 pm
Passed...

Only advisory was a comment on the OEM plastic covers underneath the car "obstructing components".... he said it was just a standard thing they put on all MOTs for german cars with under trays.  :stupid:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on March 04, 2013, 01:53:13 pm
Sounds like a twat.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: stealthwolf on March 04, 2013, 01:54:02 pm
Use a different MOT station next time!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: camfollower on March 04, 2013, 01:56:14 pm
I had that on my last MOT too; what is it obstructing the view of in an MOT scenario?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: E30Dom on March 04, 2013, 01:59:11 pm
Its like the Citroen AX GT's... ther body kits hide rotten cills 90% of the time... They put it to cover their backs...
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: flyboy1976 on March 04, 2013, 02:04:51 pm
Glad it passed ok!

I would rather have an undertray on the car, and that to get hammered by some road debris than the sump!

just read back a few pages on the whole intake thing,  just to add a little something....i've used Neuspeed P-Flo, EVOMS, Twintake and ITG and they are all very good although ITG alters the power delivery slightly IMHO, more top end at the sacrifice of a little lower end response, its a better suited intake for stage 2+ or greater where you get the full benefit. I liked them all to be honest and the easiest fit was the simplest and probably the least favorable (neuspeed P-flo kit).

However i do like the revo version but its not cheap!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: camfollower on March 04, 2013, 02:17:18 pm
Its like the Citroen AX GT's... ther body kits hide rotten cills 90% of the time... They put it to cover their backs...

Seems about right.

Quote from: flyboy1976
I would rather have an undertray on the car, and that to get hammered by some road debris than the sump!

Defo.  I removed mine to do some work on my old SAAB and never refitted it... had a rusted through oil pipe and lots of oil on the drive after 1 harsh winter; definitely not doing that again!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 05, 2013, 12:41:48 am
Use a different MOT station next time!

Why? They passed it.... so what does it matter? I think they just cover there asses with that advisory.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: stealthwolf on March 05, 2013, 07:07:56 am
I'm just wary of things like that. Never had an advisary like that before. I've had my car MOTed at dealers and independent.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 05, 2013, 07:12:18 am
Passed...

Only advisory was a comment on the OEM plastic covers underneath the car "obstructing components".... he said it was just a standard thing they put on all MOTs for german cars with under trays.  :stupid:

They wrote that on Nats lupo MOT too.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 05, 2013, 09:47:23 pm
Bizarre isnt it mike.

Car washed today ahead of its 600 mile journey to Huddersfield, Holmfirth and gateshead and back.

My TDI badge is looking tatty so thats going very soon... also my Ghostbuster sticker is pealing off...  :sad1:

First world problems!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on March 05, 2013, 09:49:18 pm
Bizarre isnt it mike.

Car washed today ahead of its 600 mile journey to Huddersfield, Holmfirth and gateshead and back.

My TDI badge is looking tatty so thats going very soon... also my Ghostbuster sticker is pealing off...  :sad1:

First world problems!  :signLOL:

What you doing in Gateshead, Rich? Sage?

Thats where I work  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 05, 2013, 09:50:47 pm
Playing at the Sage on saturday and sunday. Hook up sunday morning maybe?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on March 05, 2013, 09:53:49 pm
Playing at the Sage on saturday and sunday. Hook up sunday morning maybe?

Great plan  :happy2:

This coming W/E?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 05, 2013, 09:55:36 pm
Yeah... 9th/10th.... working at 3PM on sunday... so could me somewhere around the sage before lunch?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on March 05, 2013, 09:57:06 pm
No problem matey  :happy2:

You have PM  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on March 05, 2013, 10:12:35 pm
You may not recognise him Damo as he will be sans hair.  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 05, 2013, 10:14:37 pm
Ahh yes.... I will be "baldy-locks"

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1.cdnds.net%2F12%2F41%2F618x378%2Fmovies_stephen_graham_this_is_england.jpg&hash=7efdd70fe09b4b4ffd0e0de83a7aed32710fc4f0)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on March 05, 2013, 10:18:00 pm
0.5 the man you used to be.  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 05, 2013, 10:19:12 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2F4.bp.blogspot.com%2F-IFEp6yCERxY%2FUJqlxxH2FRI%2FAAAAAAAAD9Q%2FkPhrIohB3Cw%2Fs1600%2Fcry-baby.jpg&hash=e9830d0cfd55571234879e9b877ad70e49ef9fa4)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on March 06, 2013, 06:58:06 pm
You may not recognise him Damo as he will be sans hair.  :evilgrin:

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 21, 2013, 12:16:22 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/544562_10151290718920882_370403643_n.jpg)

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/481215_10151290744180882_418153785_n.jpg)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: Hedge on March 21, 2013, 12:59:02 pm
Borked.

Clear it and try again.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 21, 2013, 01:41:20 pm
Cleared... seems ok.... but not holdings my breaths!  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: Hedge on March 21, 2013, 01:44:46 pm
Don't try holdings not good.  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 21, 2013, 01:48:32 pm
 :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: E30Dom on March 21, 2013, 03:43:21 pm
Uh oh... sensor issue on the horizon? At least you have VCDS to log and get sorted...
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: chungster on March 21, 2013, 04:13:30 pm
Can't believe you have same problem as me Rich.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F13%2F03%2F22%2Fuza5yje5.jpg&hash=8ea34364d1752d5d8b60d9c3eae3ab774406e3b5)

Changing throttle pedal didnt fix mine. New TB fitted now fitted. Got a long trip tomorrow so will be giving it a test.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 21, 2013, 04:17:43 pm
I love that your clocks go to 200MPH....  :grin:

Will just have to keep and eye on it.... hopefully it was just a glitch. I had a glitch last year with the DSG, but no problems since then.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: Greeners on March 21, 2013, 04:28:02 pm
200MPH clocks FTMFW!  :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: chungster on March 21, 2013, 04:30:59 pm
And look at how it goes from 120 to 200 in last 3rd of the clock vs 0-100 using up 2/3rds lol
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 21, 2013, 04:34:05 pm
And look at how it goes from 120 to 200 in last 3rd of the clock vs 0-100 using up 2/3rds lol

Yeah... that non linear scale bugs me on lauras mk6 too.....  :fighting:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: chungster on March 21, 2013, 04:39:37 pm
U want me to drop Revo Kev a message about our issues?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: vRSAlex on March 21, 2013, 08:39:55 pm
U want me to drop Revo Kev a message about our issues?

Happens on fully stock cars too. :(
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: camfollower on March 21, 2013, 10:05:53 pm
And look at how it goes from 120 to 200 in last 3rd of the clock vs 0-100 using up 2/3rds lol

My old 9-3 Viggen (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8mRS-vzDU-g) was a laugh for that; felt like you could really get those dials moving :)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 22, 2013, 04:51:36 pm
Looks like the throttle body is goosed.... so thats 400 quid down the pan!  :sick:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: chungster on March 22, 2013, 04:52:11 pm
Looks like the throttle body is goosed.... so thats 400 quid down the pan!  :sick:

 :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: Hedge on March 22, 2013, 07:45:37 pm
Bummer.  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: smyffalis on March 23, 2013, 10:57:52 am
Without sounding like a biff, I cannot remember the exact names for the part etc...  But I had a similar problem on my Scirocco at Christmas past there with the CEL/EPC and EML lighting up and going into limp mode. After a day or so my dealer of them clearing codes and not knowing what was wrong they lit up again. They reset the throttle body sensor position and it cured the issue. They took it off thinking it was dirty but it was super clean. I haven't had any problems since. Just in case it saves you £400. Applies to you mostly chungster!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 23, 2013, 11:34:45 am
I'll reset it today.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 23, 2013, 01:27:56 pm
New code stored from yesterday...

Throttle position Sensor (G69)
Signal too high

Ive reset the TB... will drive it this afternoon.

Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: smyffalis on March 25, 2013, 10:34:16 am
New code stored from yesterday...

Throttle position Sensor (G69)
Signal too high

Ive reset the TB... will drive it this afternoon.

Rich

I suppose that is good news? How has it been running since? Or has the issue returned.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 25, 2013, 10:46:01 am
Issue has returned..... new TB being fitted this week
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 25, 2013, 12:14:15 pm
Issue has returned..... new TB being fitted this week

Ordered?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: Hedge on March 25, 2013, 12:29:02 pm
I thought there's a Red Cupra at AKS that youc ould cannibalise for parts.  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 25, 2013, 12:52:07 pm
Issue has returned..... new TB being fitted this week

Ordered?

Yes....  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: adamm on March 27, 2013, 10:47:18 am
Needs more stance.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: Greeners on March 27, 2013, 12:48:54 pm
Needs more stance.

 :confused:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 27, 2013, 01:01:29 pm
Needs more stance.

 :confused:

Its ok Nath.... Adam is just trolling.  :fighting2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: adamm on March 27, 2013, 02:26:46 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fblogcontent62431.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fwig1.jpg&hash=71dc9a6b64426c164cc4184016e3fc58f2e094d2)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: Saintsteve on March 27, 2013, 02:29:29 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fblogcontent62431.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fwig1.jpg&hash=71dc9a6b64426c164cc4184016e3fc58f2e094d2)

Now that looks Pants :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 27, 2013, 02:37:19 pm
 :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: LukePraoline on March 27, 2013, 06:26:33 pm
Love this car exactly what i wish to get soon :D
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 28, 2013, 06:44:12 pm
Who am I supposed to call now?????    :sad1:

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/388557_10151300374200882_399943777_n.jpg)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: Greeners on March 28, 2013, 06:48:48 pm
Derv busters?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 28, 2013, 06:50:10 pm
Derv busters?

 :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 28, 2013, 06:51:32 pm
Throttle body is in at AKS too... so will be limping it up there tomorrow morning.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: AndyED30 on March 28, 2013, 06:59:03 pm
If I see you as I'm driving to work I'll waive sympathetically in my dirty brown Golf..................
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 28, 2013, 07:00:31 pm
hah..  :happy2:

Also.. ill be getting the new rear ARB bushes fitted too, hopefully be the end of the groaning!!    :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: adamm on March 28, 2013, 08:22:13 pm
Who am I supposed to call now?????    :sad1:



The stance police.

DAT ARCHGAP.

 :pomppomp:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 29, 2013, 02:00:33 pm
Visited Alex @ AKS today... what a hero for working bank holiday friday.

New TB fitted, so far so good....  :smiley:

New Superpro rear ARB bushes/clamps fitted.... hopefully thats the end of the crappy autotech bush problem.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on March 29, 2013, 02:18:55 pm
Now that is what i call good customer service opening on a bank holiday
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Nodz on March 29, 2013, 03:17:08 pm
Visited Alex @ AKS today... what a hero for working bank holiday friday.

New TB fitted, so far so good....  :smiley:

New Superpro rear ARB bushes/clamps fitted.... hopefully thats the end of the crappy autotech bush problem.

Fully agree, picked mine up today after he fitted me in last minute.

Hope your  arb issue is sorted now
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rob_e on March 29, 2013, 04:00:57 pm
Visited Alex @ AKS today...

New Superpro rear ARB bushes/clamps fitted.... hopefully thats the end of the crappy autotech bush problem.

Over 3k miles on mine so far and still silent.

 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: rich83 on March 29, 2013, 04:44:43 pm
Visited Alex @ AKS today...

New Superpro rear ARB bushes/clamps fitted.... hopefully thats the end of the crappy autotech bush problem.

Over 3k miles on mine so far and still silent.

 :happy2:

The bush is wider and looks better made so fingers crossed. Its great to have my car back.... full boost... and doesnt sound like a 200,000 mile toyota corolla!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30.... does an impression of a xmas tree!
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on March 29, 2013, 07:26:05 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fblogcontent62431.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fwig1.jpg&hash=71dc9a6b64426c164cc4184016e3fc58f2e094d2)

Now that looks Pants :P

That looks very "scene" - edition 38 boys would be all over it  :wink:

I do have a soft spot for a slammed 'dub though  :drool:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 29, 2013, 09:31:30 pm

Spam.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 29, 2013, 09:36:46 pm

Spam.

Pathetic attempt!! :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 29, 2013, 09:37:29 pm

Spam.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 29, 2013, 09:41:36 pm

Spam.

Pathetic attempt  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on March 29, 2013, 09:41:46 pm
sh*t more spam.  :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 29, 2013, 09:42:46 pm

Note the point where posting becomes boring  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 29, 2013, 09:43:03 pm
sh*t more spam.  :scared:

Don't you start nobber...... :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on March 29, 2013, 09:55:37 pm
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on March 30, 2013, 12:03:12 am


 :signLOL:

Pizza all over my screen now!!!!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 30, 2013, 02:59:07 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/893503_10151302374605882_740562007_o.jpg)

So far so good!!  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: E30Dom on March 30, 2013, 04:08:04 pm
New TB? Does mean its fixed? :-)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 30, 2013, 04:16:12 pm
Yeah... hope do!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: danishmkvgti on March 30, 2013, 07:34:26 pm
Yeah... hope do!

It's a pain to change isn't it?? i changed 4 in a year on mine  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 31, 2013, 10:29:16 am
Yeah... hope do!

It's a pain to change isn't it?? i changed 4 in a year on mine  :sad1:

AKS did it... but yes... its a pain. It would have taken me all day to do it  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: olufsen on March 31, 2013, 10:42:39 am
Is it manifold off job?
Did you experience any chirping/squeaking noises under load?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: danishmkvgti on March 31, 2013, 10:53:23 am
Is it manifold off job?
Did you experience any chirping/squeaking noises under load?

You can do it with manifold on and female hands  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on March 31, 2013, 10:55:35 am
Do you have female hands Jake?  :surprised: :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: olufsen on March 31, 2013, 11:05:27 am
Counts me out then wiv me meat hooks.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 31, 2013, 11:08:51 am
You leave the manifold on. Alex takes off the lower right IC pipe and the throttle pipe and MAP connector, and removes it using various angled tools.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: chungster on March 31, 2013, 05:00:16 pm
You leave the manifold on. Alex takes off the lower right IC pipe and the throttle pipe and MAP connector, and removes it using various angled tools.

he did have a nice practice run fitting mine 2 weeks ago so good time for you to change yours i suppose.

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 01, 2013, 01:01:30 pm
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/badges.jpg)

I actually liked the red TDI badge.... looks a bit bare now!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 01, 2013, 05:36:27 pm
^^ you could always put a "Golf" badge there  :wink:

Or big Revo sticker
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on April 03, 2013, 10:21:28 am
Yeah, Rich don't go with a Revo sticker. Put AMD dynos printout on there instead.
Was good to catch up with you Monday.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimageshack.us%2Fa%2Fimg26%2F1557%2Fphotojxq.jpg&hash=1e9158236390fd7fd1f17272c1c720e5c1a509b5)

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 03, 2013, 11:18:44 am
LOL..... i might print that out and stick it on for a laugh. nice to see you too Jay
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on April 03, 2013, 11:46:46 am
You just need a "Considerably more horses than yow!" sticker.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Mandy on April 03, 2013, 09:37:03 pm
Forget the stickers lol... you need to dig out your marigolds and work on those pipes! :grin:

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/27143826/badges.jpg)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on April 03, 2013, 09:39:45 pm
Needs!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.stickeruk.co.uk%2Fekmps%2Fshops%2Ftony05%2Fimages%2Fpussy-wagon-kill-bill-sticker-3135-p.jpg&hash=1e660ab0bf4febcc81f59676a178f6994118066f)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: olufsen on April 03, 2013, 10:39:08 pm
lmao, however it didn't end well iirc :confused:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 03, 2013, 11:30:21 pm
No point in cleaning the tail pipes as the soot up in a few days
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on April 03, 2013, 11:56:57 pm
Rizzle Wizzle 80 thrizzle should get some nice new Miltek tips.. even if he doesn't get the Miltek system itself, to keep the noise down. Would look so much better.

I will also buy you a TDI badge at Springfest if you want.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 04, 2013, 12:16:13 am
haha... its ok mate, gonna hold out and try and source a good quality Red GTI badge....


I have thought about getting some tips... but... :-/
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rob_e on April 04, 2013, 10:03:05 am
I just painted my milltek tips black - i don't like chrome and i can't be doing with having to clean them..
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 04, 2013, 10:07:51 am
I just painted my milltek tips black - i don't like chrome and i can't be doing with having to clean them..

What paint did you use... as i have thought about doing the same. Did you do them in a satin finish?

ARB is still noiseless!  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rob_e on April 04, 2013, 12:56:10 pm
I just painted my milltek tips black - i don't like chrome and i can't be doing with having to clean them..

What paint did you use... as i have thought about doing the same. Did you do them in a satin finish?

ARB is still noiseless!  :wink:

Just used some VHT paint, matt black.  Scuffed them up before painting to help the paint adhere - it's self priming so it goes straight on - fingers crossed it'll hold up to stone chips.

Not on the car yet - booked in with AKS for tomorrow for this and a few other updates:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm9.staticflickr.com%2F8097%2F8576816093_9acd8e48b0.jpg&hash=77e7ab8d0a4a223650bfbde2458b7613bd1f6ecf) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lotus-gt/8576816093/)
Milltek matt black tips (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lotus-gt/8576816093/) by lotus-gt (http://www.flickr.com/people/lotus-gt/), on Flickr

 :driver:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 04, 2013, 01:04:31 pm
So is that VHT spray paint then? Looks good!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: liver on April 04, 2013, 01:11:10 pm
black tailpipes do look good

robin has some too
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on April 04, 2013, 01:35:52 pm
black tailpipes do look good

But Rich has black tailpipes anyway.  :confused:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 04, 2013, 01:48:28 pm
black tailpipes do look good

But Rich has black tailpipes anyway.  :confused:

 :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Greeners on April 04, 2013, 01:50:57 pm
black tailpipes do look good

But Rich has black tailpipes anyway.  :confused:

Probably more of a shade of winter brown!  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on April 04, 2013, 01:58:21 pm
I was thinking more matt black soot-like colour.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 04, 2013, 02:10:14 pm
Hey... just cos mike locked his thread dont start picking on me....  :sad1:

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on April 04, 2013, 02:29:18 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cavstheblog.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2011%2F11%2Fsad-cat.jpeg&hash=2e42d2cf6337d9b84dc677a213f9d8c26bdd4733)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rob_e on April 04, 2013, 03:03:06 pm
So is that VHT spray paint then? Looks good!

yep:  http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/130795204505?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on April 04, 2013, 04:32:35 pm
That's available in Halfords.

Or. http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_174185_langId_-1_categoryId_165495 (http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_174185_langId_-1_categoryId_165495)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: olufsen on April 04, 2013, 07:57:15 pm
Is it just the light but they look grey, like primer :confused:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Santa Poo'd
Post by: rich83 on April 14, 2013, 11:46:33 pm
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10152786648255294&set=vb.650690293&type=2&theater

Is that visible?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Santa Poo'd
Post by: Scottymon on April 14, 2013, 11:49:41 pm
Says: This content is currently unavailable
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Santa Poo'd
Post by: rich83 on April 15, 2013, 12:00:46 am
Pish flaps!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Santa Poo'd
Post by: rich83 on April 15, 2013, 12:30:23 am
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/3629_512996705403635_1396606700_n.jpg)

En route.... in the biggest and SLOWEST convoy ever.... the mk4 boys drive like fannies!!

GOLD!!!!  :evilgrin:

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/554091_513026185400687_788343510_n.jpg)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Santa Poo'd
Post by: RedRobin on April 15, 2013, 08:37:18 am

black tailpipes do look good

robin has some too


....Mine are Milltek's ceramic coated. Had black powdercoated before but they didn't winter well.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FRedRobin_05%2FMods%2FMilltek_closeup_16Jun09.jpg&hash=57e061b4ff3f95c6fd754512ac04940a1456f251)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Santa Poo'd
Post by: Marks_ED30 on April 16, 2013, 02:25:26 pm
nice pics rich, that an Evoms intake you have under the hood? I should be getting one fitted friday I hope  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Santa Poo'd
Post by: rich83 on April 16, 2013, 07:49:52 pm
Sure is mate.... I really like it. Sometimes it makes a wierd almost grinding noise (like a stuck caliper) but 95% of the time it sounds amazing!  :love:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Santa Poo'd
Post by: rich83 on April 16, 2013, 08:38:54 pm
Cheeky little video....

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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Santa Poo'd
Post by: Marks_ED30 on April 18, 2013, 08:42:15 am
haha nice one, I sore that video yesterday on youtube. I did not know it was yours. I can hear it a bit right at the start, it looks quite quick. Poor Stage 2 GTi  :laugh:

I also noticed how good your launch control is, hardly any wheel spin what so ever ha, with mine being manual if I floor it she spins and thats before she is mapped  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Santa Poo'd
Post by: RetroRaz on April 18, 2013, 08:44:25 am
all i hear was a "ping".  :signLOL:

Fuel low?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Santa Poo'd
Post by: rich83 on April 18, 2013, 08:48:38 am
all i hear was a "ping".  :signLOL:

Fuel low?

Well I was running low, but that beep for the 100mph warning.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Santa Poo'd
Post by: Marks_ED30 on April 18, 2013, 08:52:28 am
all i hear was a "ping".  :signLOL:

Fuel low?

 :driver:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Santa Poo'd
Post by: RetroRaz on April 18, 2013, 08:57:23 am
all i hear was a "ping".  :signLOL:

Fuel low?

Well I was running low, but that beep for the 100mph warning.

haha nice one rich. What was the overall 1/4 mile time?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Santa Poo'd
Post by: rich83 on April 18, 2013, 09:17:38 am
14.02 was my quickest. was hoping to get a 13.XX.... hopefully achieve that at GTI International.  :happy2:

Mark... yeah the launch control is good..... but has a mind of its own sometimes.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Santa Poo'd
Post by: Grande_GTi on April 18, 2013, 09:28:12 am
14.02 Is still a very respectfull time

Good stuff mate
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Santa Poo'd
Post by: Sunglasses Ron on April 18, 2013, 11:23:09 am
Mid to low 13's for a Stage 1 DSG Ed30 is easily achievable Rich.. Just takes practice mate..
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 - Santa Poo'd
Post by: rich83 on April 20, 2013, 03:00:02 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm9.staticflickr.com%2F8252%2F8664675101_c9fc58996d_b.jpg&hash=ff7bc66cec53b522ca05741647ed0cf4a236984e) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/8664675101/)
The return of the GTI (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/8664675101/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm9.staticflickr.com%2F8243%2F8664675171_15aa144ebc_b.jpg&hash=f27b800b139ac687ffee570eb8bd24574b8f3a65) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/8664675171/)
The return of the GTI (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/8664675171/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr


 :love:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on April 20, 2013, 10:35:35 pm
SPACE-ZORZ
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 01, 2013, 11:34:21 am
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm9.staticflickr.com%2F8545%2F8695590567_76743dd274_c.jpg&hash=7ea4d9a2ff6c23775234696d8ce993a53a65fd7c)

 :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Greeners on May 01, 2013, 12:02:21 pm
^^^^ Robin will not be amused...............

 :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 01, 2013, 12:06:03 pm
Isnt Robin partial to a nice card board box?  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRSAlex on May 01, 2013, 12:52:56 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm9.staticflickr.com%2F8545%2F8695590567_76743dd274_c.jpg&hash=7ea4d9a2ff6c23775234696d8ce993a53a65fd7c)

 :popcornsoda:

Looks expensive!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on May 01, 2013, 01:04:21 pm
How many scene points?  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 01, 2013, 01:07:41 pm
A couple I would have thought.

The 25º camber adjustment might be into the 1000s though.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on May 01, 2013, 01:17:46 pm
To compliment that I would recommend some 165 tyres on your 18's.  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 01, 2013, 02:42:05 pm

 :popcornsoda:

Looks expensive!  :signLOL:

Not gonna let it go are you.....  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 01, 2013, 02:42:26 pm
To compliment that I would recommend some 165 tyres on your 18's.  :laugh:

Do they do them in 20 profile?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: stealthwolf on May 01, 2013, 02:48:55 pm
You could just forget about tyres and paint the outside of the rim in a black colour? The stretch would be i  m  m  e  n  s  e !!!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 01, 2013, 04:53:58 pm
TT top mount/bearing...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm9.staticflickr.com%2F8556%2F8699430818_1b10e08017_c.jpg&hash=717f2af384224425394b422f29e031b08f2eaf3b)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 04, 2013, 11:20:16 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm9.staticflickr.com%2F8397%2F8696716396_fd38158779_c.jpg&hash=afa1165e451950802042ea79c8982e084514a469)

Going on + alignment on tuesday.   :party:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on May 04, 2013, 11:43:16 pm
Ooh nice one Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on May 05, 2013, 06:26:59 am
What does the TT top mount bring to the party?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 05, 2013, 06:50:19 am
30% stiffer. Thought best to change them as they have to come off anyway.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: keano on May 05, 2013, 09:26:57 am
35mm springs rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 05, 2013, 09:32:41 am
30mm nick.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Mandy on May 05, 2013, 03:32:41 pm
Going on + alignment on tuesday.   :party:

Very nice, are you having alignment done straight after? Are you not going to let them settle in first?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 05, 2013, 04:23:16 pm
Nah. Be'reeeeet!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 06, 2013, 12:50:21 am
.... or i hope it will be ok...  :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Mandy on May 07, 2013, 10:58:24 am
.... or i hope it will be ok...  :scared:

Lol, what's the worst that could happen? :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 07, 2013, 07:03:57 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7378%2F8718405558_24de9027bc_b.jpg&hash=6a49c97681c753d7ce3b351934b3373bc35ecb1f) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/8718405558/)
IMG_2142 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/8718405558/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Perfect high. Just low enough but not silly arch rubbing nonsense  :signLOL:

Will drive the car some more before I pass comment but so far it feels great, much more grip and feels more stable.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rdfcpete on May 07, 2013, 07:24:54 pm
Nice pic Rich. Still doing it justice  :happy2:

Rear height does look good. I'm bored of catching my undertrays on speed bumps now  :indifferent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on May 07, 2013, 08:13:28 pm
I never had any problems with speed bumps or multi-storey car parks with H&R's. my shock absorbers didn't like them though  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on May 07, 2013, 08:53:48 pm
Chassis notch?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Top Cat on May 07, 2013, 08:56:09 pm
Maybe its just my eyes but it looks to be running about a foot higher on the passenger side.  :star:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 07, 2013, 09:14:08 pm
Maybe its just my eyes but it looks to be running about a foot higher on the passenger side.  :star:


Angle = pro photographer

  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Top Cat on May 07, 2013, 09:22:31 pm
Ahh! i see! its got stance.  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 07, 2013, 11:48:42 pm
Ahh! i see! its got stance.  :laugh:

Just need several degrees of camber and 50mm spaces and ill be scening it up like a pro!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: the bruce on May 08, 2013, 01:59:40 am
 :congrats:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7378%2F8718405558_24de9027bc_b.jpg&hash=6a49c97681c753d7ce3b351934b3373bc35ecb1f) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/8718405558/)
IMG_2142 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/8718405558/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

Perfect high. Just low enough but not silly arch rubbing nonsense  :signLOL:

Will drive the car some more before I pass comment but so far it feels great, much more grip and feels more stable.

 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on May 08, 2013, 09:21:04 am
Front looks stock height to me.  :P :surprised:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: AndyED30 on May 08, 2013, 01:14:58 pm
Looks more like it should do!  :happy2:

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 08, 2013, 02:35:52 pm
Looks more like it should do!  :happy2:



I agree... is should come this height as standard.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: keano on May 08, 2013, 09:50:04 pm
When are you fitting the springs Rich? :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 08, 2013, 09:53:27 pm
Funny guy.........  :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: keano on May 08, 2013, 10:13:01 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.furrytalk.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2009%2F09%2Fcute-sad-kitten06.jpg&hash=db4efc0d95f282597f1298bf11e2245db8d53156)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 08, 2013, 11:23:52 pm
It would take more than that to upset me...  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: adamm on May 10, 2013, 10:41:58 am
Loving the new stance.

Such a playa.

 :congrats:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: AndyED30 on May 11, 2013, 09:35:48 am
Hey Rich, are you around today for some VCDs stuff?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 11, 2013, 10:42:41 am
Hey Rich, are you around today for some VCDs stuff?

Sorry mate. In Köln till Sunday! Next week maybe?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: AndyED30 on May 11, 2013, 10:48:32 am
Cool, i'll give you a shout. Cheers!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 25, 2013, 03:58:16 pm
RNS510 coming next week. Fingers crossed with the battery-drain-saga.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: adamm on May 25, 2013, 05:37:15 pm
RNS510 coming next week. Fingers crossed with the battery-drain-saga.

Keeping up eh ;)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 25, 2013, 05:40:26 pm
Meh....... possibly! Youll have to try a bit harder until yours is mapped.  :wink:

New CAN gateway ordered too, so I definitely wont have a problem with battery drain... a bit of searching revealed that my K version would suffer.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 29, 2013, 05:53:26 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm4.staticflickr.com%2F3755%2F8880027387_a58a429a60_c.jpg&hash=bfbf4602e407186090759108adb272f8416ba59b)


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm6.staticflickr.com%2F5445%2F8880648998_239c03a4d9_c.jpg&hash=eef3bce99380081fcb46b455e4f550e71d18c206)

Absolute PITA to get the can out..... managed to blow the fuse for the headlight washers whilst removing the relays infront... not quite sure how!  :stupid:

Ill in... jobs a good 'en! Big thanks to eddie and particularly golfman.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm6.staticflickr.com%2F5349%2F8880028353_58b68ddfa6_c.jpg&hash=1a58f54c1dbfc2fd68d241617adcfcb29d4b26f7)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rdfcpete on May 29, 2013, 06:00:38 pm
Absolute PITA to get the can out..... managed to blow the fuse for the headlight washers whilst removing the relays infront... not quite sure how!  :stupid:

I had a few of these blow Rich, they only happened after fitting the RNS' for me too...
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 29, 2013, 06:02:00 pm
Absolute PITA to get the can out..... managed to blow the fuse for the headlight washers whilst removing the relays infront... not quite sure how!  :stupid:

I had a few of these blow Rich, they only happened after fitting the RNS' for me too...

Yeah?

It was odd... i got a spark whilst moving the connectors around... and then got a "short to ground headlight washer" error in VCDS  :stupid:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rdfcpete on May 29, 2013, 06:10:30 pm
Hmm.

I don't know if the RNS' adds a load to the canbus that means that something else will suffer, or, if the HLW fuses are a weak link anyway... (?)

I remember I cleared just the one occurrence with a VCDS scan/diag & report by clearing the DTC's and telling it to go find strife again. I replaced two fuses in total I think in 3.5 years of having it, 3 of those with the RNS...
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 29, 2013, 06:13:31 pm
This happened before I had put the 510 in.... it happened as I was wrestling with the CAN gateway  :signLOL:

Ohh... and £3.50 for two... TWO... 20a fuses in Halfords!  :surprised:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRSAlex on May 29, 2013, 09:43:25 pm
V9 maps?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 29, 2013, 09:50:30 pm
V9 maps?

I think so yes  :happy2: Why?

7819 maps
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on May 29, 2013, 10:07:24 pm
I think the major difference you'll find between this one and your MFD2 is that there's no hole in the back for the key to wind it up.  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on May 31, 2013, 09:35:20 am
I really like the MFD2 tbh! None of that windy up nonsense !!  :fighting: :fighting: :fighting:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 31, 2013, 09:45:12 am
I like the MFD2 too jay.... and to be honest, the touch screen is sometimes a hinderance to use whilst moving.... its much easier to hit actual buttons.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on May 31, 2013, 12:54:01 pm
I know exactly how the MFD2 is as I had one in my first Skoda 7 years ago.

Completly pants compared to the RNS 510.  :sick:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: keano on May 31, 2013, 01:02:33 pm
Isn't the mfd2 carved onto a stone tablet?

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fscm-l3.technorati.com%2F10%2F04%2F16%2F11859%2F1724540.jpg&hash=3a5bd99ffee72220ec498916b1f58f4d5274744b)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on May 31, 2013, 01:09:10 pm
 :signLOL:

That's only the DVD version as well.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 31, 2013, 02:39:52 pm
You guys are killing me... :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on May 31, 2013, 03:40:24 pm
Didn't Moses use an MFD2 when he crossed the Red Sea?  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GarethB on May 31, 2013, 03:53:54 pm
Didn't Moses use an MFD2 when he crossed the Red Sea?  :grin:

Doubtful - he wouldn't have made it to his destination  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 31, 2013, 04:20:53 pm
So much hate for the MFD2..... I can hear it crying its eyes out in the loft.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saintsteve on May 31, 2013, 08:00:13 pm
 I remember I sold my mfd 2 for £350 on eBay when it was still worth buying  :signLOL:, my RNS 510 cost £480 so owes me just £130 .Best interior Mod I've done.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 01, 2013, 02:06:48 am
I agree... The 510 is a superb unit. I miss the mfd2s rustic charm..... :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Horatio on June 02, 2013, 12:37:18 pm
oh..suits you...


number plate for sale VW 51GGY
http://www.r32oc.com/topic/51234-number-plate-vw-51ggy/
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 02, 2013, 01:14:35 pm
hah... thats not bad.

R1 CHW would be better buts its taken.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on June 02, 2013, 01:38:49 pm
tied to get my girl fiend to buy AF 40 for my 40th birthday but it was £40k :surprised:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 22, 2013, 04:18:29 pm
Service time..... Not far off 70k miles now :stupid:

Taking it up to Alex when I get got from Italy. Cheaper than VW and better oil. Probably should do the plugs, but they are fine for the time being so not doing them, if they start playing up the ill swap them myself. Hoping to lose the r32 front brakes at some point too. :fighting:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on July 22, 2013, 04:25:55 pm
Lose the R32 brakes for that Monster AKS setup?  :evilgrin: Or standard?  :confused:

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 22, 2013, 04:47:24 pm
Kind of thinking back to standard with some 'dickhead' brake pads.... I don't have AKS brake funds unfortunately. Other alt. is to piece together a 4pot over 312mm disc setup.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: lm_gauci on July 22, 2013, 05:38:40 pm
Why you getting rid of the r32 brakes.....?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 22, 2013, 05:39:54 pm
Why you getting rid of the r32 brakes.....?


The need refurbishing, and I'm not sure I can be arsed going down that route.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: lm_gauci on July 22, 2013, 05:47:23 pm
Why you getting rid of the r32 brakes.....?


The need refurbishing, and I'm not sure I can be arsed going down that route.

I think i remember now, crackle paint...? Just DIY refurb them, nothing a pot of paint won't sort out.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 22, 2013, 05:56:12 pm
 Not sure you can paint On powdercoat
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on July 22, 2013, 06:57:19 pm
Dyno Dynamics red will work.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 22, 2013, 09:51:51 pm
Dyno Dynamics red will work.  :happy2:

?? More info please
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on July 22, 2013, 09:59:26 pm
Find someone with a DD dyno and rob some of their red paint. Simples.

That's how mine were made to fit and rectified.  :wink:

To be honest any caliper paint or high temp paint should work. Just scotch pad it up to get a decent key and several thin coats should be enough.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Beddie on July 22, 2013, 10:00:46 pm
I've got half a pot Humbrol red left over from a red arrows hawk model I did when I was 12, needs a good stir but yours if you want it...  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 22, 2013, 10:03:41 pm
I've got half a pot Humbrol red left over from a red arrows hawk model I did when I was 12, needs a good stir but yours if you want it...  :grin:

*furrowed brow, one eye brow raised and stare*  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Beddie on July 22, 2013, 10:19:22 pm
I've got half a pot Humbrol red left over from a red arrows hawk model I did when I was 12, needs a good stir but yours if you want it...  :grin:

*furrowed brow, one eye brow raised and stare*  :signLOL:

 :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 20, 2013, 08:37:18 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm4.staticflickr.com%2F3776%2F9555446441_29f560a338_b.jpg&hash=3768371e9f10fcff18707fcdeb30f66b0a708aa7) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/9555446441/)
Edition 30 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/9555446441/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 22, 2013, 05:03:02 pm
Service today... nanodrive 5w40 which seems to be working very well as there was virtually zero wear on the cam follower.

Its amazing how much quieter these cars are after a service.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 22, 2013, 05:44:21 pm
Service today... nanodrive 5w40 which seems to be working very well as there was virtually zero wear on the cam follower.

Its amazing how much quieter these cars are after a service.  :smiley:

Good to hear +ve review on the millers
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on August 22, 2013, 08:34:22 pm
Service today... nanodrive 5w40 which seems to be working very well as there was virtually zero wear on the cam follower.

Its amazing how much quieter these cars are after a service.  :smiley:

You and your bloody one-metal-one-rubber HPFP set up :(
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 22, 2013, 08:35:25 pm
Should have bought an ed30...  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 22, 2013, 08:36:41 pm

The rubber fuel line does make life easier  :smiley:

Bet the Yokos are ace.  Are they the advan neovas?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on August 22, 2013, 08:37:06 pm
Its amazing how much quieter these cars are after a service.  :smiley:

Why has it got some oil in it now?  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 22, 2013, 08:47:13 pm

The rubber fuel line does make life easier  :smiley:

Bet the Yokos are ace.  Are they the advan neovas?

a048... quite interesting to day in the wet.  :scared:

Dry grip it just insane.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 22, 2013, 08:50:18 pm

The rubber fuel line does make life easier  :smiley:

Bet the Yokos are ace.  Are they the advan neovas?

a048... quite interesting to day in the wet.  :scared:

Dry grip it just insane.

Was at Cadwell park in the wet with Neil P, he had Yoko's (Advan Neova) I 'think' they where ado8. They where great in the wet.

Are ao48 the full on semi slicks?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 22, 2013, 08:54:42 pm
yes.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Feurope.yokohama-online.com%2Fuploads%2Ftx_yokotyres%2FT_P_ADVAN_A048.jpg&hash=030da3cdbb796c21451c299a71db5a2394b7a38a)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 22, 2013, 08:56:46 pm

 :party:  nice.

17's cheepies compared to 18 too
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on August 22, 2013, 08:57:05 pm
Standard fit to the Evo 7/8 I believe?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 22, 2013, 08:58:23 pm

 :party:  nice.

17's cheepies compared to 18 too

Well i paid 100 quid for a set of 4... admittedly they are quite well scrubbed, but fine for a giggle in the dry


Even with the stiff side walls the ride is tons better than on the 18s....  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 22, 2013, 09:02:03 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7415%2F9562893075_94c6f1a092_b.jpg&hash=97616b461aed575d55dce8e0dd53f94b9d704da3) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/9562893075/)
Edition 30 on Monza 17s (http://www.flickr.com/photos/richwigley/9562893075/) by Rich Wigley (http://www.flickr.com/people/richwigley/), on Flickr

 :party:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Scottymon on August 22, 2013, 09:09:00 pm
Cool - nice to see the 345's squeeze under there too.  Might consider a set of 17s for winters, as the price of decent 18inch winter rubber is daft.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Matto on August 22, 2013, 11:48:58 pm
Cool - nice to see the 345's squeeze under there too.  Might consider a set of 17s for winters, as the price of decent 18inch winter rubber is daft.

I'm running the S3 set up and 17" Classix as winters aswell. Like you say tyres are a fair bit cheaper.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on August 23, 2013, 12:13:34 am
Plenty of space with 17s and '32 stoppers..

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimageshack.us%2Fa%2Fimg831%2F2448%2Fimg0947xl.jpg&hash=0b92b4b17ea55688f8fe049b7e8ca46f3f558091)

Any OEM wheel you'll be fine it's when you put silly wheels on (like my Mercs!  :grin:) that you get problems
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 23, 2013, 12:16:40 am
Yeah your right... merc rims and air ride, and youll have a bad time.  :booty:

My front brakes will be shot in the next 10-15K...    :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: damoegan on August 23, 2013, 09:03:29 pm
My front brakes will be shot in the next 10-15K...    :popcornsoda:

That's like 2 years of driving for me  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 24, 2013, 07:38:32 pm
My front brakes will be shot in the next 10-15K...    :popcornsoda:

That's like 2 years of driving for me  :signLOL:

Probably about 6-9 month for me.

I'm loving the A048s... Just need to find another set of part worms now.  :party:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 24, 2013, 07:56:41 pm
My front brakes will be shot in the next 10-15K...    :popcornsoda:

That's like 2 years of driving for me  :signLOL:

Probably about 6-9 month for me.

I'm loving the A048s... Just need to find another set of part worms now.  :party:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fcomputersblow%2FTyler_Park%2FxDSCF1995.jpg&hash=d228d1ce11aa48535c28c5b0294b866fc507a626)

 :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 24, 2013, 07:58:36 pm
 :signLOL:

Appropriate!!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 26, 2013, 01:04:22 am
Might have sourced another pair with a bit more tred  :signLOL: for a ton....  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saintsteve on August 27, 2013, 08:13:48 pm
lovely

Love your post count....  why not say " lovely" on the other 50,000 posts here

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on August 27, 2013, 08:27:58 pm
lovely

Love your post count....  why not say " lovely" on the other 50,000 posts here



Just lovely  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 27, 2013, 09:12:50 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FPhoto%252027-08-2013%252009%252004%252025%2520PM.jpg&hash=14580113a147d45104ca6c5014a3fba9d081c9f4)

LOVELY!!!!!!!

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: wigit on August 27, 2013, 09:33:31 pm
lovely

Love your post count....  why not say " lovely" on the other 50,000 posts here

i wonder if they have some lovely things to sell  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: WoodyP on August 28, 2013, 09:08:02 pm
Gorgeous pal  :congrats:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Dannyboy88 on August 28, 2013, 09:08:44 pm
Lovely!!  :congrats:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 28, 2013, 09:13:35 pm
Gorgeous pal  :congrats:

FFS... another spammer?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Dannyboy88 on August 28, 2013, 09:18:33 pm
Gorgeous pal  :congrats:

FFS... another spammer?

this one looks a bit more genuine looking at his other posts
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 02, 2013, 12:30:47 pm
Had my ED30 3 years as of yesterday....  :driver: :driver: :driver:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: E30Dom on September 02, 2013, 12:54:42 pm
Congrats! :congrats:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 02, 2013, 01:47:48 pm
Probably put a good 12K of fuel in during that time too....  :sick:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: adamm on September 02, 2013, 02:02:47 pm
Probably put a good 12K of fuel in during that time too....  :sick:


 :sick:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: scopes on September 02, 2013, 02:54:38 pm
Probably put a good 12K of fuel in during that time too....  :sick:

Quite easy... here's to the next 3 years  :drinking:


Lovely!
 :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: George on September 02, 2013, 03:29:57 pm
How is this thread 115 pages long for a car that is virtually standard? Mind boggling  :stupid:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 02, 2013, 03:39:30 pm
How is this thread 115 pages long for a car that is virtually standard? Mind boggling  :stupid:

Because people like you fill it full of crap like that.......  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: dokez on September 02, 2013, 04:12:34 pm
How is this thread 115 pages long for a car that is virtually standard? Mind boggling  :stupid:

 :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: adamm on September 02, 2013, 07:44:33 pm
How is this thread 115 pages long for a car that is virtually standard? Mind boggling  :stupid:

A page count that makes even the biggest scene kids jelly.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saintsteve on September 02, 2013, 08:12:37 pm
How is this thread 115 pages long for a car that is virtually standard? Mind boggling  :stupid:


 :popcornsoda: :notworthy:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 02, 2013, 08:47:37 pm
How is this thread 115 pages long for a car that is virtually standard? Mind boggling  :stupid:


 :popcornsoda: :notworthy:

Commenting on a non R-Tech related thread?? Shocker!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Top Cat on September 02, 2013, 08:59:39 pm
How is this thread 115 pages long for a car that is virtually standard? Mind boggling  :stupid:


 :popcornsoda: :notworthy:

Commenting on a non R-Tech related thread?? Shocker!  :signLOL:

Hey thats not strictly true Rich!, he also says hello to new members with red cars, telling them they have excellent taste.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on September 02, 2013, 09:31:39 pm
How is this thread 115 pages long for a car that is virtually standard? Mind boggling  :stupid:


 :popcornsoda: :notworthy:

Commenting on a non R-Tech related thread?? Shocker!  :signLOL:

Hey thats not strictly true Rich!, he also says hello to new members with red cars, telling them they have excellent taste.  :signLOL:

Lovely
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saintsteve on September 03, 2013, 07:12:43 pm
How is this thread 115 pages long for a car that is virtually standard? Mind boggling  :stupid:


 :popcornsoda: :notworthy:

Commenting on a non R-Tech related thread?? Shocker!  :signLOL:

Hey thats not strictly true Rich!, he also says hello to new members with red cars, telling them they have excellent taste.  :signLOL:

 :star:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... very important update!
Post by: rich83 on October 16, 2013, 11:36:04 pm
.... no, not really!

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/1377186_10151623915820882_1038979488_n.jpg)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... very important update!
Post by: Andy on October 16, 2013, 11:39:43 pm
take me 20 years to get that on mine :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... very important update!
Post by: Scottymon on October 16, 2013, 11:43:11 pm
Original Clutch / FW?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... very important update!
Post by: rich83 on October 16, 2013, 11:45:20 pm
Original Clutch / FW?

Not sure if serious question?!?!?

(DSG)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... very important update!
Post by: xjay1337 on October 17, 2013, 01:08:06 am
Da
Superior
Gearbox
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... very important update!
Post by: edd666999 on October 17, 2013, 06:18:27 am
Da
Superior
Gearbox

 :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30... very important update!
Post by: Scottymon on October 17, 2013, 02:00:31 pm
Original Clutch / FW?

Not sure if serious question?!?!?

(DSG)

It was until I saw those odd letters in your pic;  PRNDS
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: rich83 on November 14, 2013, 01:47:01 pm
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Just giving them a wax and then put them on tomorrow.... might try and get them refurbished next year, thinking power coat this time and darker grey (so it hides the dirt)

Its time for the a048s to go into hibernation. Im gonna try and get another pair in spring and run them again next summer. They are without doubt the most stoopidly grippy tyres ive every used, and contrary to popular believe they are actually ok in the wet..... so long as its not standing water.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: xjay1337 on November 14, 2013, 02:02:13 pm
Haha, winter wheels are for gaaaaaays.

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: Scottymon on November 14, 2013, 02:22:09 pm
Plastidip them - nice choice of winter tyre there btw. :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: rich83 on November 14, 2013, 02:24:04 pm
Plastidip them - nice choice of winter tyre there btw. :P

Tried plastidip (on my monza 17s) and failed... they need doing properly.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: Tim144 on November 14, 2013, 03:07:10 pm
Haha, winter wheels are for gaaaaaays.



This comment... :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: rich83 on November 14, 2013, 03:16:51 pm
Haha, winter wheels are for gaaaaaays.



This comment... :happy2:

Good job they are not winters then eh?? Summer tyres/wheels in winter.... It will be back in fashion again in 3 or 4 years.  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: xjay1337 on November 14, 2013, 03:30:09 pm
I have Sessantas on for winter
#giveayolo
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: Scottymon on November 14, 2013, 07:00:53 pm
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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: rich83 on November 15, 2013, 02:09:41 pm
Coil pack decided to smoke itself to death!

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/p480x480/1455182_10151689340355882_915504481_n.jpg)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: cuprajake on November 15, 2013, 02:13:49 pm
LITTLE BUGGER!!!!!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: fab5freddy on November 15, 2013, 02:48:56 pm
What plugs you using Rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: rich83 on November 15, 2013, 02:57:51 pm
What plugs you using Rich?

Nology silvers
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2013, 04:12:26 pm
New coil in.. Seems fine now... gave it a good bashing this afternoon and seems to be fine now. *PHEW*
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: Hurdy on November 16, 2013, 04:45:23 pm
That was a lucky catch there Rich. I've known them melt in two before. :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2013, 05:02:47 pm
That was a lucky catch there Rich. I've known them melt in two before. :scared:

 :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on November 16, 2013, 05:33:17 pm
Revision F too, they are the latest /best aren't they?  :surprised:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2013, 05:36:32 pm
Revision F too, they are the latest /best aren't they?  :surprised:

Yes... they are from early-mid 2011, so not that old.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: rich83 on November 18, 2013, 03:35:03 pm
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Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: GarethB on November 18, 2013, 03:50:14 pm
where from Rich???
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: rich83 on November 18, 2013, 11:50:56 pm
where from Rich???

AKS tuning.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: N8KOW on November 19, 2013, 12:29:23 am
These the R8 ones Rich that are meant to spark a little better?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: rich83 on November 19, 2013, 12:41:22 am
These the R8 ones Rich that are meant to spark a little better?

Supposedly. They are higher resistance than the 2.0tfsi ones 5.13MΩ vs 3.3MΩ (which I believe means you can get plugs more if needed).... Can't say it feels any different, it feels good because of new spark plugs... Seems smoother!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: N8KOW on November 19, 2013, 12:57:41 am
What price is Alex selling them for, couldn't see them on his site. Will do these along with new plugs when I go big power. What plugs are you running again fella?  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: rich83 on November 19, 2013, 08:32:57 am
Off the top of my head they are 78quid. Using nology silver plugs.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: N8KOW on November 19, 2013, 03:15:37 pm
Which ones Rich, 6/7/8?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: rich83 on December 23, 2013, 05:50:55 am
Just realised my cars been running on duff Revo setting....., for months. Back on boost 9 now. POW!!!!!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: stealthwolf on December 23, 2013, 07:01:46 am
I had that happen to me. Picked the car up from the bodyshop and it didn't drive the same. Went to Alex to get the brakes sorted and he drove it and immediately asked whether the battery had been disconnected. Revo settings had gone back to default and I hadn't realised.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30 Winter Mode
Post by: Andy on December 23, 2013, 08:04:48 am
Bet its like driving a new car
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 31, 2014, 11:27:30 am
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Well... the f***in' f***ers came in the end!!!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Degudodger on January 31, 2014, 01:15:30 pm
At last!!  :party:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 01, 2014, 12:52:50 pm
Yep.. at last!

Just weighed them and they are 10.2KG each. So thats ~ 1.8kg per corner weight saving over the 345mm ones.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRSAlex on February 01, 2014, 04:51:03 pm
Yep.. at last!

Just weighed them and they are 10.2KG each. So thats ~ 1.8kg per corner weight saving over the 345mm ones.  :smiley:

My 370mm rotors with bells weigh 8KG so ner!!!!!!  :P :love:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 01, 2014, 04:56:59 pm
Yep.. at last!

Just weighed them and they are 10.2KG each. So thats ~ 1.8kg per corner weight saving over the 345mm ones.  :smiley:

My 370mm rotors with bells weigh 8KG so ner!!!!!!  :P :love:

Did they cost 102quid for a pair?  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRSAlex on February 01, 2014, 05:53:50 pm
Yep.. at last!

Just weighed them and they are 10.2KG each. So thats ~ 1.8kg per corner weight saving over the 345mm ones.  :smiley:

My 370mm rotors with bells weigh 8KG so ner!!!!!!  :P :love:

Did they cost 102quid for a pair?  :P

Well, erm, no...
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 23, 2014, 03:32:16 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/t1/1798598_10151870060355882_1930738549_n.jpg)

Ive got a sick car again...  :sick:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on February 23, 2014, 03:40:06 pm
That's sick as in good right?

You've also got your MILF on.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 23, 2014, 03:48:28 pm
Yeah... MILF is on. Shes aint so hot.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on February 23, 2014, 05:45:35 pm
 :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: danishmkvgti on February 23, 2014, 07:10:16 pm
crankshaft sensor gone bad, is the speedo acting up?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 07, 2014, 06:25:31 pm
Nothing new really.. just swapped the bonnet for one in slightly better condition, no bullet hole in the front edge!  :signLOL:

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/t1/p720x720/1653934_10151891827065882_97729692_n.jpg)

Good job it was only a 2 minute job to swap the bonnet over....... wasnt it alex????  :P  :grin:  :evilgrin:  :fighting:

(https://scontent-b-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t31/p180x540/1795398_10151893419500882_270318118_o.jpg)

Car seems to be running fine now, no more problems with the cutting out.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hurdy on March 07, 2014, 07:26:53 pm
I can imagine the scene now Rich....

"Left a bit, right a bit, no left a bit, back a bit, right some more, Doh too far!" :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 07, 2014, 07:30:45 pm
I can imagine the scene now Rich....

"Left a bit, right a bit, no left a bit, back a bit, right some more, Doh too far!" :signLOL:

That was the easy bit.... i wont go into it, i dont want to give Alex flash backs!  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 28, 2014, 08:39:23 pm
New bulbs in. Im amazed at how the output had reduced on the old bulbs.  :stupid:

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Old ones... really frosted up.

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t1.0-9/1604399_10151927939740882_770195501_n.jpg)

65 quid for two off the bay!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 28, 2014, 08:56:03 pm

They the same as oem? I considered new xenon bulbs too
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 28, 2014, 09:08:29 pm
They are yes. OEM spec. The old ones look slightly different, but are the same "Osram Zenarc". Its a bumper off job really, unless you like struggling.  :fighting:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 28, 2014, 09:16:46 pm
Had the bumper off a couple of times to swap from UK to LHD and back again. Bit of a nause.

They might be coming off for a very light tint so would do it then
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 12, 2014, 10:48:44 am
Acquired a set of S3 front calipers to refurbish, finally get shot of these sh*tty things!  :jumping: :jumping:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: stealthwolf on April 12, 2014, 10:58:14 am
Are you gonna stick with the crazy paving look or go minty green?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2014, 11:23:39 am
Are you gonna stick with the crazy paving look or go minty green?

Gonna go for red foliatec (non crackle) ... i want something that if they get chipped etc they can be touched up easily at home on the drive.

I also like the look of the S3 calipers over the r32s.  :chicken:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on April 13, 2014, 11:37:44 am
they can be touched up easily at home on the drive.

 :surprised: :scared: :confused:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2014, 12:27:07 pm
they can be touched up easily at home on the drive.

 :surprised: :scared: :confused:

 :evilgrin:

Also in other news. The nology plug have gone in the bin, and replaced with NGK Iridium 7s
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: N8KOW on April 13, 2014, 12:32:53 pm
Some lovely progress Rich, cracking price on the bulbs, I remember my old Audi ones were like £150 retail each. You going S3 brakes all round then?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rdfcpete on April 13, 2014, 01:04:17 pm
Some lovely progress Rich, cracking price on the bulbs, I remember my old Audi ones were like £150 retail each. You going S3 brakes all round then?

Is indeed a good price Rich, wow.

Will they fit the 8P3 Nath? (I'd assume so)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 13, 2014, 05:49:10 pm
they can be touched up easily at home on the drive.

 :surprised: :scared: :confused:

 :evilgrin:

Also in other news. The nology plug have gone in the bin, and replaced with NGK Iridium 7s

What was the reason for this Rich?

I was very nearly going to buy some of these
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2014, 06:26:28 pm
There is a potential issue with them due to them being zero resistance. Alex is gonna put something up about it soon. I wasnt going to change them, but he said he wanted to just incase. More info to follow.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 13, 2014, 06:53:17 pm
Ok thanks  :drinking:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: chungster on April 13, 2014, 07:46:09 pm
There is a potential issue with them due to them being zero resistance. Alex is gonna put something up about it soon. I wasnt going to change them, but he said he wanted to just incase. More info to follow.

What does that mean exactly "zero resistance" to non tech people?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2014, 07:47:30 pm
They don't have any electrical resistance.  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: chungster on April 13, 2014, 08:01:52 pm
They don't have any electrical resistance.  :P

Clear as mud!  :P

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 14, 2014, 07:32:30 am
Some lovely progress Rich, cracking price on the bulbs, I remember my old Audi ones were like £150 retail each. You going S3 brakes all round then?

Is indeed a good price Rich, wow.

Will they fit the 8P3 Nath? (I'd assume so)

Bulbs? Yes the will with the 8P S3
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 14, 2014, 07:33:32 am
Some lovely progress Rich, cracking price on the bulbs, I remember my old Audi ones were like £150 retail each. You going S3 brakes all round then?

No. I quite like it being "front braked" if that makes sense
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Beddie on April 14, 2014, 07:35:12 am
There is a potential issue with them due to them being zero resistance. Alex is gonna put something up about it soon. I wasnt going to change them, but he said he wanted to just incase. More info to follow.

What does that mean exactly "zero resistance" to non tech people?

Think of 2 pipes both the same diameter, 1 is clear and allows water to flow uninterrupted, the other has a large turd stuck in it causing the water flow to be restricted and slower, transfer that literally sh*t analogy to electricity and your sorted  :grin:

In regard to the plugs, I'd imagine that zero resistance plugs would potentially cause issues with electrical 'noise' finding its way to cause interference with the engine management signals etc as the resistor in spark plugs (or inbuilt into the leads in some cases) is there to suppress the electrical noise generated by the spark  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 14, 2014, 12:25:08 pm
^ Beddie your stealing Alex's thunder there  :grin:

Great way of explaining it though
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 15, 2014, 04:17:29 pm
Great anal-log-y beddie.  :signLOL:

In other news.... Since having the nology plugs removed, I now have perfect radio reception as it had been very crackly before.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Nodz on April 15, 2014, 04:43:51 pm
Are the nology plugs something replace sooner rather than later? Think Alex put these in mine and the next service isn't due til September
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: greygti on April 17, 2014, 10:42:49 am
Are the nology plugs something replace sooner rather than later? Think Alex put these in mine and the next service isn't due til September

Yes a lot of people seem to be having problems with these nology's change them out for NGK 7's
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 17, 2014, 12:30:18 pm
Looking forward to Alex's findings on the Nologys - Unless i've missed it??  :ashamed:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 17, 2014, 12:41:09 pm
Looking forward to Alex's findings on the Nologys - Unless i've missed it??  :ashamed:

Its coming....
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 18, 2014, 01:40:49 pm
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And so it begins....

Clean... prep the surface and paint, should get chance to do them next week.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on April 18, 2014, 02:12:13 pm
I've also been venturing into the world of caliper overhauling DIY style... It's interesting to say the least, but learnt loads. Will keep my eye on this build!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 18, 2014, 02:26:24 pm
It wont be anything special... but they will look "fresh"
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on April 18, 2014, 03:58:20 pm
My new rears are powdercoated black to match my front, nothing special either. But most parts are new, the rest refurbished, makes me happy knowing both front and rear brake assemblies are much younger than the car itself.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saintsteve on April 18, 2014, 06:47:06 pm
It wont be anything special... but they will look "fresh"

I went to Halfords and got them to mix up some tornado Red paint.. Better colour match to hammerite red, and looks like new. Paint hasn't discoloured since on my car for 2 months.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 18, 2014, 11:54:53 pm
Im using Foliatec paint.... which should be good.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Beddie on April 19, 2014, 11:10:27 am
Im using Foliatec paint.... which should be good.  :happy2:
Foliatec stuff is pretty good, I refreshed the rears on the ed30 with some and it was a great match to the OEM colour  :happy2:
Bought 3 kits from halfords when it was £5 in the clearance sale!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 19, 2014, 12:21:40 pm
5 quid.... jeeeeeepers.  :scared: :scared: :scared: :scared: :scared: :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rdfcpete on April 19, 2014, 02:14:27 pm
I'll be keen to see how the calipers come out Rich, likely to inspire me to have a crack at mine although Alex said he's happy to do them for me which is by far the lazier option  :laugh:

Is it still badged as a TDI these days?  :rolleye: :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 19, 2014, 02:30:48 pm
Nah. Got a red GTI badge on now.. It Might go back to tdi at some point, just for a chuckle.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on April 19, 2014, 07:29:08 pm
Best one I saw was an .:R32 with a Bluemotion badge on the front.  :evilgrin: :notworthy:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Beddie on April 20, 2014, 03:24:46 pm
Rich how do you have 120 page build thread when all you've done is put some normalising height springs on it and a remap  :popcornsoda:
30 pages for the Ghostbusters sticker, 30 for the TDi badge and the other 60 for the crackle finish calipers  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 20, 2014, 05:59:23 pm
Rich how do you have 120 page build thread when all you've done is put some normalising height springs on it and a remap  :popcornsoda:

Play fair, He's got an intake as well  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on April 20, 2014, 07:52:55 pm
ADMIN FIGHT!!! :star:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: N8KOW on April 21, 2014, 01:11:52 pm
If I stripped out all the pointless comments on here then it would be 10 pages.

That's why I only post in my thread when I have pics and relevant content  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: DamoP on April 21, 2014, 07:02:44 pm
why delete my post.

i see how it is.

:signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on April 21, 2014, 07:30:40 pm
back on topic--hammerite and painting the calipers is the best idea :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 21, 2014, 08:31:19 pm
back on topic--hammerite and painting the calipers is the best idea :evilgrin:

Foliatec paint andy.... if it every bloody arrives!  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on April 21, 2014, 08:54:31 pm
Oh might try that next time..will need pics
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 26, 2014, 03:53:14 pm
(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t1.0-9/10247464_10151978319000882_3185580761130850385_n.jpg)

Hopefully the finish will be ok. I must admit, the first coat went on and i thought it was never gonna cover properly. But it was fine after 2/3 coats.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on April 26, 2014, 03:57:49 pm
is that the first coat :surprised:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 26, 2014, 04:01:45 pm
No... thats about 3 coats. Its a bit of a "pikey paint job" as i have only painted the visible area not the whole caliper surface.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on April 26, 2014, 04:04:16 pm
still covers well thou Rich :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRSAlex on April 26, 2014, 04:33:39 pm
The Foliatec cures really fast with a heat gun on it.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 26, 2014, 04:46:05 pm
The Foliatec cures really fast with a heat gun on it.

It says not to do that in the instructions  :grin:

Thanks for the heads up with the paint alex... it certainly is the stuff for the job!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRSAlex on April 26, 2014, 05:03:16 pm
The Foliatec cures really fast with a heat gun on it.

It says not to do that in the instructions  :grin:

Thanks for the heads up with the paint alex... it certainly is the stuff for the job!

Always dries smoother when I use the heat gun.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Beddie on April 26, 2014, 07:39:54 pm
Looking a damn sight better than the crackle finish mk1 version  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on April 26, 2014, 09:32:07 pm
Looking a damn sight better than the crackle finish mk1 version  :grin:
:signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 26, 2014, 09:39:10 pm
Aint that the truth!

(https://scontent-b-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/t1.0-9/q71/s720x720/1384265_10151978877380882_7681834079903143725_n.jpg)

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t1.0-9/1545657_10151978878750882_3622465564677834416_n.jpg)

Got something else in the maybe not so sure possible pipeline too....
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on April 26, 2014, 09:47:05 pm
What colour is that Tornado Pink?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 26, 2014, 09:49:28 pm
What colour is that Tornado Pink?

 :P

Rosso Red
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on April 26, 2014, 10:17:16 pm
Oh.  :ashamed:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 02, 2014, 12:04:42 pm
 :sad1: :sad1: :sad1:

High level brake light is goosed!  :sick:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on May 02, 2014, 12:18:02 pm
:sad1: :sad1: :sad1:

High level brake light is goosed!  :sick:

My Ed30 has had this done twice in its existance. . . probably why my rear screen is scratched to buggery  :sad1:

Hope Alex has a soft mat to place over it whilst he is replacing the light for you  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 02, 2014, 12:21:40 pm
Did you replace it yourself? Is it a ball ache?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on May 02, 2014, 12:25:19 pm
Did you replace it yourself? Is it a ball ache?

No, the garage i bought it from had just done it to pass the MOT. Looking through my reciepts, the previous owner had VW replace it for him.

Pritty sure there is a how-to guide on here which involves smashing the unit and replacing
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 02, 2014, 12:27:34 pm
I am gonna remove the boot trim and test the wire just to make sure it IS the light thats at fault.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Marc-5-GTI on May 02, 2014, 12:56:03 pm
Mine was only half working at MOT but has now fully gone out... I've bought a new light and gonna have a go at it the next sunny weekend I get.. Using: http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=121067.0
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 02, 2014, 01:26:42 pm
Well... took all the boot trim off and tested the HLB wire and its running 11.XX Volts... so its the actual LED unit that is.

Cost from VW is.  £48.18
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: bacillus on May 02, 2014, 01:40:55 pm
Did you replace it yourself? Is it a ball ache?

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=121067.0
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 02, 2014, 01:42:06 pm
Did you replace it yourself? Is it a ball ache?

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=121067.0

 :happy2:

Doesnt looks too bad really... just have to be a little carful  :scared:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 02, 2014, 03:51:37 pm
Before....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2Fbefore.JPG&hash=5df4703b4318c5be834949b5b0d51749b6e6fe80)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on June 02, 2014, 04:22:35 pm
After

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FEGpmgQR3__o%2F0.jpg&hash=6f64a621dd154e5b90d19920d1c7e7f45d711d98)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: scopes on June 02, 2014, 06:19:54 pm
After

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FEGpmgQR3__o%2F0.jpg&hash=6f64a621dd154e5b90d19920d1c7e7f45d711d98)


 :congrats: :congrats:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 02, 2014, 06:42:24 pm
Jay.. that was actually funny, well done!!  :signLOL:

( :angry015: )
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 03, 2014, 09:00:51 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fthebarbelle.files.wordpress.com%2F2013%2F04%2Fmack_lmsw_l_logging_truck.jpg&hash=4e95965cd0d70bd4b63454aa2de7b5f097f3588b)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2Fmaf1.png&hash=44a9aff97e95290a0095f7134134e5e1ad09ebd1)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2Fboost1.png&hash=2ff2ea3c13bf68bed4343151a3478a180c0cf3ca)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2Fn751.png&hash=d4b93d1928b6b15dce9d3be6b1e52feb84904a58)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 03, 2014, 09:02:53 pm
NOt quite sure why theres a dip in the MAF  :stupid:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hurdy on June 03, 2014, 09:10:06 pm
Do you have an Uprated FPRV fitted Rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 03, 2014, 09:11:52 pm
No... shouldnt need one.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hurdy on June 03, 2014, 09:19:15 pm
No... shouldnt need one.

Shouldn't and doesn't aren't always the same Rich. Some K04's are fine without and others struggle. Even an Uprated FPRV doesn't always cure it. Alternative could be a drop in the LPFP which results in a drop in the high pressure fuel rail and a reduced MAF reading at peak demand just after the turbo peaks demand.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 03, 2014, 09:20:56 pm
Ok mate.. thanks for the info, Will speak to alex tomorrow.

246g/s converts to a ~307bhp theoretical.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on June 03, 2014, 09:39:26 pm
Which settings?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 03, 2014, 09:40:58 pm
ooo.. now you are asking...

B6T4F9 i think maybe F8
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on June 03, 2014, 10:03:56 pm
That's reasonably safe but your maf dip could still be down to fuelling. Log maf vs requested/actual rail pressure.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 03, 2014, 10:04:57 pm
 :happy2:


It was setup on B9... but i dont think it feels any quicker on the higher settings.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 03, 2014, 10:52:49 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FFP.png&hash=5bfacf62ab4585ef21902582b4e3a278ae7a23ac)

 :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on June 04, 2014, 08:40:18 am
Oh dear. Find out exactly what your settings are before you shed any tears and if it is F8 go for F9.

APR pump anyone?  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 04, 2014, 09:11:05 am
Please don't make me...  :sad:

It's probably always done this. Still pulls strong with no noticeable dip in power.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on June 04, 2014, 09:43:16 am
Would explain the poor time at Springfest.  :love: :love: :love:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 04, 2014, 09:49:27 am
Would explain the poor time at Springfest.  :love: :love: :love:

I thought it was the ballast fatty!!!   :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on June 04, 2014, 11:33:46 am
Please don't make me...  :sad:

It's probably always done this. Still pulls strong with no noticeable dip in power.

It may have always done this but it's the ecu protecting itself as it's ran out of fuel.

Doesn't mean it's right Mr Wigley!  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 04, 2014, 11:41:35 am
True mr hedge!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on June 04, 2014, 01:56:25 pm
Just remember you have EVOMS as well.

You could always remove that...
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 04, 2014, 02:03:29 pm
Just remember you have EVOMS as well.

You could always remove that...

But LOUD NOISES!!!!!!!  :mad:

 :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Scottymon on June 04, 2014, 02:21:51 pm
Does slight detonation take place with lack of fuel before ECU saves the day?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Pikey Motorsports on June 04, 2014, 02:30:27 pm
What are you using to log rich?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 04, 2014, 02:35:48 pm
What are you using to log rich?

Vcds
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on June 04, 2014, 03:13:29 pm
Just remember you have EVOMS as well.

You could always remove that...

But LOUD NOISES!!!!!!!  :mad:

 :smiley:

Burn it!  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 04, 2014, 04:02:17 pm
Just remember you have EVOMS as well.

You could always remove that...

But LOUD NOISES!!!!!!!  :mad:

 :smiley:

Burn it!  :evilgrin:

 :signLOL:

Just found I had a 5.2 bar fuel filter instead of a 6.6. Might explain the dip in rail pressure.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: SurreyED30 on June 04, 2014, 04:04:11 pm
might have missed something in your thread but did i see a BCS system on a work bench posted by you this morning? new purchase mate?  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on June 04, 2014, 06:49:14 pm
Didn't Red Robin have problems with fuelling from running an intake with the OEM HPFP??

Pretty sure the APR HPFP solved his problem. If replacing the fuel filter doesn't solve it, that could be your answer. . .

May as well go stage 2+ then  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 04, 2014, 06:54:57 pm
Seems like its fine now... Alex logged it and said the rail pressure is fine. Will do some more logging soon just to check.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: chungster on June 04, 2014, 07:07:52 pm
TDIs don't have these kinda problems  :P
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 04, 2014, 10:30:08 pm
TDIs don't have these kinda problems  :P

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 04, 2014, 10:31:42 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2F2maf.png&hash=d7eaece5d77ed653ad6c3796e055d0a7dc794734)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2F2n75.png&hash=c152f9bbc571159d05011d33ab2423dec3f38ced)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2F2boost.png&hash=cbaf6de33bbf803ca862b109c2f76a893843d0a1)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2F2fp.png&hash=cad11fc92d58bc872f3a17852e80a852b3011aa0)


Apparently it will never make requested as the pump cant run that high. Best get saving up for a LOBA pump  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 04, 2014, 11:08:01 pm
Ohh.. almost forgot!!

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t1.0-9/10352210_10152053154755882_2669920118890940859_n.jpg)

Notice something?  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: wigit on June 04, 2014, 11:55:01 pm
the Edition 30 is the wrong way round on your clips  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 05, 2014, 12:47:03 am
the Edition 30 is the wrong way round on your clips  :laugh:

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 05, 2014, 07:16:39 am
Ohh.. almost forgot!!

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t1.0-9/10352210_10152053154755882_2669920118890940859_n.jpg)

Notice something?  :signLOL:

I know that ramp :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on June 05, 2014, 09:41:54 am
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fcdn0.dailydot.com%2Fcache%2F55%2Fc1%2F55c1c89df7fec040da0659782e746e46.jpg&hash=509222a23e6f6d1c2f5d86e7e72cac7e406f2df7)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 05, 2014, 11:06:18 am
 :signLOL:

257g/s gives a theoretical 321bhp
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on June 05, 2014, 11:18:28 am
If it were mine Rich for piece of mind I would do a pump but stay stage 2.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 05, 2014, 11:26:18 am
That's what's gonna happen  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on June 05, 2014, 11:36:56 am
Great minds and all that.  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: SurreyED30 on June 05, 2014, 12:14:50 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fcdn0.dailydot.com%2Fcache%2F55%2Fc1%2F55c1c89df7fec040da0659782e746e46.jpg&hash=509222a23e6f6d1c2f5d86e7e72cac7e406f2df7)
:signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on June 05, 2014, 12:15:18 pm
Great minds and all that.  :wink:

I suggested fuel pump on the previous page  :signLOL:

This is just like RR's scenario
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 05, 2014, 01:09:04 pm
Great minds and all that.  :wink:

I suggested fuel pump on the previous page  :signLOL:

This is just like RR's scenario

Yeah.... it was almost inevitable. Alex is rubbing his hands together.  :laugh:


(https://scontent-b-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/q77/s720x720/10407220_10152053959660882_5431284989767797349_n.jpg?oh=5dd410a09ca853899e3cd51b53f35b60&oe=53EE0CCE)

(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t1.0-9/q86/s720x720/10435838_10152053959770882_5253801985712280999_n.jpg)

(https://scontent-b-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t1.0-9/q88/s720x720/10423888_10152053959750882_7216714685427654643_n.jpg)

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/t1.0-9/q86/s720x720/10347234_10152053959760882_5402701814710851748_n.jpg)

All fixed!  :love:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: wigit on June 05, 2014, 01:26:30 pm
the Edition 30 is the wrong way round on your clips  :laugh:

 :signLOL:

They are though  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 05, 2014, 01:28:12 pm
the Edition 30 is the wrong way round on your clips  :laugh:

 :signLOL:

They are though  :signLOL:


Youll be the wrong way around in a minute!  :fighting:

 :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on June 05, 2014, 01:51:12 pm


Youll be the wrong way around in a minute!  :fighting:

 :wink:

Fighting talk from Wrigley manship in the red corner :popcornsoda: :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: wigit on June 05, 2014, 01:57:24 pm
the Edition 30 is the wrong way round on your clips  :laugh:

 :signLOL:

They are though  :signLOL:


Youll be the wrong way around in a minute!  :fighting:

 :wink:

you can't catch me splutterer  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 05, 2014, 07:16:38 pm
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on June 05, 2014, 08:16:24 pm
Fuel cut in action...  :driver:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 05, 2014, 08:28:11 pm
Fuel cut in action...  :driver:

Only another £5xx to sort that!!  :pomppomp:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on June 06, 2014, 12:23:39 pm
One day rich will use launch control properly.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 06, 2014, 12:24:32 pm
 :signLOL:

Always bucking the tread... its how i roll!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 06, 2014, 04:09:39 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2Fzorst%2FIMG_4009.jpg&hash=ef020879bf0001cba0137a85cc2bad8caaba32f3)

I think the black tips look sh*t hot, or 'incred' as the youths would say!  :love:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on June 06, 2014, 04:26:17 pm


I think the black tips look sh*t hot, or 'sh*t' as the youths would say!  :love:

 :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: edd666999 on June 06, 2014, 05:09:39 pm


I think the black tips look sh*t hot, or 'sh*t' as the youths would say!  :love:

 :innocent:

 :driver:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 06, 2014, 05:18:32 pm


I think the black tips look sh*t hot, or 'sh*t' as the youths would say!  :love:

 :innocent:

I could ban you  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: edd666999 on June 06, 2014, 05:21:43 pm


I think the black tips look sh*t hot, or 'sh*t' as the youths would say!  :love:

 :innocent:

I could ban you  :wink:


 :grin: If you banned everyone that took the p*** in your thread it wouldn't be 127 pages long.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on June 06, 2014, 05:28:43 pm


I think the black tips look sh*t hot, or 'sh*t' as the youths would say!  :love:

 :innocent:

I could ban you  :wink:

I could ban you.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.lib.umn.edu%2Fpaldr001%2Fmyblog%2FOh%2520Snap.jpg&hash=11a35b6ba4ee7c7fad8fbd794079a66776f9884d)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 06, 2014, 05:33:48 pm


I think the black tips look sh*t hot, or 'sh*t' as the youths would say!  :love:

 :innocent:

I could ban you  :wink:


 :grin: If you banned everyone that took the p*** in your thread it wouldn't be 127 pages long.


Thats true  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Little_Dave on June 07, 2014, 05:21:24 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2Fzorst%2FIMG_4009.jpg&hash=ef020879bf0001cba0137a85cc2bad8caaba32f3)

I think the black tips look sh*t hot, or 'incred' as the youths would say!  :love:

Looking good rich  :happy2: can't wait to get my one fitted on the 18th  :party:

I went for the black tips too  :drool:

Is it a full system or just the catback? Powervalve?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saintsteve on June 07, 2014, 05:27:28 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2Fzorst%2FIMG_4009.jpg&hash=ef020879bf0001cba0137a85cc2bad8caaba32f3)

I think the black tips look sh*t hot, or 'incred' as the youths would say!  :love:

Nicely Done Rich.. That looks Sick....innit  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 08, 2014, 11:47:38 am
Thanks guys  :love:

Dave its the prestige system so the quietest of the bunch. TBE. In for a penny, in for a pound as they say.  :party:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 08, 2014, 11:52:35 am
Couple more pics.... another page on my thread of nothing is not gonna hurt is it  :grin:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2Fzorst%2FIMG_3991.JPG&hash=dbd12aa2d48c76758ebbc0547ee996a442c3f808)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2Fzorst%2FIMG_3999.JPG&hash=f67296d57ab69e25d73f6d2383f4a272945569f8)

I love thats its 3" all the way to the tips, it looks massive compared to the oem system.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rob_e on June 08, 2014, 11:58:23 am
Love the black tips.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rdfcpete on June 08, 2014, 12:11:54 pm
Love the black tips.  :smiley:

Reminds me of the F10 M5  :happy2: Looks cool actually.

I think the new S3 8V would look good with them too.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 08, 2014, 12:16:16 pm
I agree  :happy2:

My though was that the tips go black on a mapped GTI very quickly so they may as well just start off black. Coincidentally, there was a BCS system at AKS for a 8P S3 with black tips... great minds....
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tabs on June 08, 2014, 01:26:45 pm
Pretty well put together system there Rich. What's the sound like compared to the stock system?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Little_Dave on June 08, 2014, 01:41:51 pm
I agree  :happy2:

My though was that the tips go black on a mapped GTI very quickly so they may as well just start off black. Coincidentally, there was a BCS system at AKS for a 8P S3 with black tips... great minds....

Wonder whose that was?  :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 08, 2014, 02:53:33 pm
Pretty well put together system there Rich. What's the sound like compared to the stock system?

Cheers. Its louder than OEM but not obtrusive. You can drive it off boost and you'd not really know it was on. Full chat sounds great, but again, not stupid loud.

Dave... AHHH, makes sense now.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: MC71 on June 08, 2014, 03:22:09 pm
Lovely!  :notworthy:

(Sorry Rich, haven't read the whole thread but I get the idea)

Get that LOBA pump fitted and before we know it you'll be off to see Niki.  :wink:


:happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 10, 2014, 10:41:23 pm
Lovely!  :notworthy:

(Sorry Rich, haven't read the whole thread but I get the idea)

Get that LOBA pump fitted and before we know it you'll be off to see Niki.  :wink:


:happy2:

Never say never...  :signLOL:


Picked up these today for a steal!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPhoto%252010-06-2014%252010%252024%252029%2520pm.jpg&hash=e949d889d2746ee33960d9219448bedf4fa82506)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Scottymon on June 10, 2014, 11:08:57 pm
lol, need HPFP buy ball joints :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 10, 2014, 11:09:55 pm
lol, need HPFP buy ball joints :laugh:

 :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Scottymon on June 10, 2014, 11:34:56 pm
haha, love it, what are they super pro jobbies?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 10, 2014, 11:36:30 pm
Yeah... hopefully setup a bit of camber on the front.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on June 11, 2014, 12:19:30 pm
I need camber because I'm low enough to worry about clearance.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 11, 2014, 12:31:12 pm
I need camber because I'm low enough to worry about clearance.

These wont help you. You'd need adj. top mounts to tuck
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRSAlex on June 12, 2014, 12:32:19 pm
I need camber because I'm low enough to worry about clearance.

These wont help you. You'd need adj. top mounts to tuck

Nothing can help him Rich.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 12, 2014, 12:41:37 pm
I need camber because I'm low enough to worry about clearance.

These wont help you. You'd need adj. top mounts to tuck

Nothing can help him Rich.

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on June 12, 2014, 01:05:41 pm
I need camber because I'm low enough to worry about clearance.

These wont help you. You'd need adj. top mounts to tuck

The extra 1.5 degree of camber they will get me would be a goodsend.

Without replacing my struts I cannot get camber top mounts.
Title: Re: Re: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Bignod00 on June 12, 2014, 01:10:05 pm
Picked up these today for a steal!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPhoto%252010-06-2014%252010%252024%252029%2520pm.jpg&hash=e949d889d2746ee33960d9219448bedf4fa82506)
Good man, you'll love these! :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 12, 2014, 01:17:07 pm
I need camber because I'm low enough to worry about clearance.

These wont help you. You'd need adj. top mounts to tuck

The extra 1.5 degree of camber they will get me would be a goodsend.

Without replacing my struts I cannot get camber top mounts.

Don't think they will as these push the bottoms out not the tops in.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on June 12, 2014, 03:17:01 pm
I need camber because I'm low enough to worry about clearance.

These wont help you. You'd need adj. top mounts to tuck

Nothing can help him Rich.

 :signLOL:

This can help him. As much tuck as you like...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hammersource.com%2Fimages%2Fproducts%2Fpreview%2F13261.jpg&hash=33b6303a4044164b4afa7c504133604642c16945)

 :evilgrin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 12, 2014, 03:23:37 pm
 :signLOL:

Gonna need a bigger hammer
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 12, 2014, 04:53:20 pm
Picked up these today for a steal!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPhoto%252010-06-2014%252010%252024%252029%2520pm.jpg&hash=e949d889d2746ee33960d9219448bedf4fa82506)
Good man, you'll love these! :happy2:

 :happy2: :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Beddie on June 12, 2014, 06:36:16 pm
How did I miss this?! You've joined the BCS club!  :love:

Approved!  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 13, 2014, 10:58:51 am
How did I miss this?! You've joined the BCS club!  :love:

Approved!  :happy2:

 :drinking:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on June 13, 2014, 11:39:30 am
How did I miss this?! You've joined the BCS club!  :love:

Approved!  :happy2:

Surprising isn't it, he actually modded his car.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 13, 2014, 11:41:42 am
How did I miss this?! You've joined the BCS club!  :love:

Approved!  :happy2:

Surprising isn't it, he actually modded his car.

So boring jay.  :indifferent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on June 13, 2014, 01:14:38 pm
How did I miss this?! You've joined the BCS club!  :love:

Approved!  :happy2:

Surprising isn't it, he actually modded his car.

Jealous of your BCS exhaust perhaps?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on June 13, 2014, 03:11:04 pm
I have a decat because I'm not a pussy  :happy2: :happy2: :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: mvb12 on June 13, 2014, 03:17:43 pm
I'm pretty sure you told me at the Pod you wouldn't be modding?

I have some wheels for sell  :ashamed:.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: DamoP on June 13, 2014, 05:07:11 pm
I have a decat because I'm not a pussy  :happy2: :happy2: :happy2:

 :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 15, 2014, 09:28:29 am
I have a decat because I'm not a pussy  :happy2: :happy2: :happy2:

 :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL:

Dont encourage the baby....

I have a cat because its LEGAL. You dont run enough boost to warrant a decat anyway  :love:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: DamoP on June 15, 2014, 09:31:44 am
I have a decat because I'm not a pussy  :happy2: :happy2: :happy2:

 :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL:

Dont encourage the baby....

I have a cat because its LEGAL. You dont run enough boost to warrant a decat anyway  :love:

you two need to get a room  :mad:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on June 16, 2014, 02:46:23 pm

I have a cat because its LEGAL. You dont run enough boost to warrant a decat anyway  :love:

Low blow.






























(see what I did thurrrr).
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 16, 2014, 04:53:47 pm
Got Poke???

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2Fzorst%2FPhoto%252016-06-2014%252004%252040%252056%2520pm.jpg&hash=83822fafa47e18f2acfc4d92f3f1fa3377b6dd19)

I think its settled down now so I will get it adjusted next time I am up at AKS tuning.  :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 19, 2014, 06:49:17 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPhoto%252019-06-2014%252006%252037%252008%2520pm.jpg&hash=391a23673ae84c6e6d2c87530c6022da7337ed9b)

Felt like christmas today  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: DamoP on June 19, 2014, 06:51:52 pm
wheres the pic of the seat inserts  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 19, 2014, 06:56:30 pm
Almost forgot!  :wink:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPhoto%252019-06-2014%252006%252053%252012%2520pm.jpg&hash=88e49163274168e699d192e6d03667d11337ccf4)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: DamoP on June 19, 2014, 06:57:19 pm
you forget to make your thread longer  :signLOL:  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Pikey Motorsports on June 19, 2014, 07:04:38 pm
Good choice on the tyre!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on June 19, 2014, 07:42:21 pm
Once the super sports are on (and scrubbed in) , I'd like to hear your thoughts on the difference   :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 19, 2014, 08:03:02 pm
Once the super sports are on (and scrubbed in) , I'd like to hear your thoughts on the difference   :happy2:

Wont be for a month or so.... I am mid "hoarding" parts. Wheels will be refurbed.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: berg on June 20, 2014, 03:11:01 pm
Once the super sports are on (and scrubbed in) , I'd like to hear your thoughts on the difference   :happy2:


been running the super sports (on a 88) for over a year now... EPIC
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on June 20, 2014, 03:54:18 pm
Once the super sports are on (and scrubbed in) , I'd like to hear your thoughts on the difference   :happy2:


been running the super sports (on a 88) for over a year now... EPIC

How much better than the GY Assy 2's for wet & dry grip?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 20, 2014, 07:24:47 pm
Once the super sports are on (and scrubbed in) , I'd like to hear your thoughts on the difference   :happy2:


been running the super sports (on a 88) for over a year now... EPIC

I hope so. They are not a aesthetically pleasing as the Goodyears, so I hope they grip/handle better.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: DamoP on June 21, 2014, 09:58:10 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPhoto%252019-06-2014%252006%252037%252008%2520pm.jpg&hash=391a23673ae84c6e6d2c87530c6022da7337ed9b)

Felt like christmas today  :laugh:
spend spend spend
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: berg on June 21, 2014, 11:04:16 pm
I think Jake has previously commented on this. The Goodyear is an excellent road tyre but not also up to a track day whereas the PSS can hold its own on a track day without killing you on the road by aquaplaning like the R888/R1R
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 25, 2014, 10:04:41 pm
(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/t1.0-9/10383554_10152091178825882_4327673844420782330_n.jpg)

Just sub 5s 0-60  :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Little_Dave on June 25, 2014, 10:06:56 pm
That's a bit Hollywood mate  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: plex on June 26, 2014, 10:26:54 am
Very nice m8te.
witch version do you have ?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 26, 2014, 01:18:21 pm
Very nice m8te.
witch version do you have ?

Dunno. Its the latest one i think
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 29, 2014, 06:15:28 pm
To-do list :-

Needs a service in a few weeks. It also needs a new cambelt at some point before this year is out.

LOBA Fuel pump

Bilstein B8 (mk6 version)
Superpro bush whole car (still up in the air about this)
Superpro camber ball joints
Alignment

Buy another 2 supersports and get my pescaras refurbed and all fitted etc etc

Intercooler (only If i can pick one up for ~£200)

Need to try and figure out what is banging on sharp jolts (crap roads) on the front end, most of the time its as quiet as a mouse.


Lets see how much of that does/doesnt happen.  :signLOL:

If I still have the car next summer and some money ~£1800, I might consider putting in a diff.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: MC71 on June 29, 2014, 07:02:27 pm
Shweeeeet "to do" list.

What's your aim.......stage 2+ or a super strong, reliable stage 2?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on June 29, 2014, 08:23:05 pm
Totally put in a diff, as well as bushes all round. Make use of ever horse power and torque your engine's outputting! :jumpmove:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: markt on June 29, 2014, 08:42:43 pm
(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/t1.0-9/10383554_10152091178825882_4327673844420782330_n.jpg)

Just sub 5s 0-60  :grin:

Is this menu on all highline GTI clocks or do you need different software
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 29, 2014, 08:56:13 pm
No you need a polar fis box.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 30, 2014, 12:12:39 am
Shweeeeet "to do" list.

What's your aim.......stage 2+ or a super strong, reliable stage 2?

Super strong stage 2 is the aim... but 2+ is only another 60quid.  :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Pikey Motorsports on June 30, 2014, 01:49:12 am
You got an uprated clutch mate?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 30, 2014, 08:09:03 am
You got an uprated clutch mate?

DSG innit!   :smiley:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Pikey Motorsports on June 30, 2014, 11:24:10 am
Oh yeah my bad lol
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 09, 2014, 10:43:46 am
Slight change of plan... wont be getting hpfp or IC until the back end of the year now.

To-do list :-

Needs a service in a few weeks. It also needs a new cambelt at some point before this year is out.

Soon....

Something interesting to be revealed in a few weeks  :innocent:

Bilstein B8 (mk6 version)
Superpro camber ball joints
Alignment

Buy another 2 supersports and get my pescaras refurbed and all fitted etc etc


Later in the year.....
Superpro bush whole car (still up in the air about this)
Intercooler (only If i can pick one up for ~£200)
LOBA Pump

Need to try and figure out what is banging on sharp jolts (crap roads) on the front end, most of the time its as quiet as a mouse.


Lets see how much of that does/doesnt happen.  :signLOL:

If I still have the car next summer and some money ~£1800, I might consider putting in a diff.

Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Mandy on July 09, 2014, 10:50:57 am
What's the benefits of changing to the SuperPro ball joints Rich?

Surely you're not going to do all those mods and then sell the car by next year lol!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 09, 2014, 10:53:44 am
What's the benefits of changing to the SuperPro ball joints Rich?

Surely you're not going to do all those mods and then sell the car by next year lol!

They add negative camber to the front. Should give better mid corner grip.

Car is staying  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: berg on July 09, 2014, 11:00:35 am
What's the benefits of changing to the SuperPro ball joints Rich?

Surely you're not going to do all those mods and then sell the car by next year lol!

They add negative camber to the front. Should give better mid corner grip.

Car is staying  :laugh:


Are these instead of or in combination with TT wishbones? Not sure but I seem to remember Mike saying he was having issues with the TT wishbones on his Cupra so put these on instead?? TT wishbones on mine meant I had to have the arches rolled after fitting the 996tt kit and running VZ
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Bernhard30 on July 09, 2014, 08:06:02 pm
If it helps I went for the Cupra arms and Supapro ball joints..which I think is the combo Mike is now back with, when my car had some work done by Alex.
All helps the front camber but not by as much as the TT arms.

Oh and if you can spare the cash..a diff is brill Rich. Got the Peloquin HT in mine..superb mod.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 30, 2014, 05:30:20 pm
another change of plan  :signLOL:

Wont be going stage 2+ at all now.

Will be getting the dampers and bushes done back end of the year.

Something else coming soon though.  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 05, 2014, 01:36:20 pm
12mm spacers do work....


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FBrembos%2F12mm.jpg&hash=af62708bd388b33741879e69319224c04cbb0d7b)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: cuprajake on August 05, 2014, 04:02:07 pm
I was debating 10mm but after seeing that I may go more,

what drop are you running?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 05, 2014, 04:03:32 pm
30mm H&R springs
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: TommyR on August 05, 2014, 05:28:40 pm
12mm spacers do work....

Yes they do! Just need the brakes now to make proper use of them ;)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 05, 2014, 05:29:51 pm
12mm spacers do work....

Yes they do! Just need the brakes now to make proper use of them ;)

R32 are perfectly big enough.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: TommyR on August 05, 2014, 06:48:36 pm
R32 are perfectly big enough.  :happy2:

I was convinced I read you were now finding them inadequate in certain situations and getting 4 pots on the 32 discs...
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 05, 2014, 06:57:20 pm
R32 are perfectly big enough.  :happy2:

I was convinced I read you were now finding them inadequate in certain situations and getting 4 pots on the 32 discs...

Crazy idea.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Stig_gti on August 05, 2014, 07:51:47 pm
Mehta size spacers are you running on the rear
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 05, 2014, 11:40:23 pm
Mehta size spacers are you running on the rear

None at the moment, but will probably get some 10mm
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Stig_gti on August 06, 2014, 07:23:11 am
 :happy2: looks good
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 06, 2014, 01:19:30 pm
Second pair of Super Sports arrived today. 108quid a piece, which is less than I pair for for the first 2.  :happy2:

2 are 2013 so those will go on the front and the 2014 ones will go on the rear

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FSuper%2520Sports.jpg&hash=c602dd6a1b9fb0f661349b8a167e701ed77f400f)

Getting them fitted friday probably.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: cuprajake on August 06, 2014, 04:39:12 pm
how do you rate them to the goodyears?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 06, 2014, 04:47:26 pm
how do you rate them to the goodyears?

Dunno... they are in my shed at the moment.  :happy2:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: greygti on August 06, 2014, 08:07:04 pm
Did you get the pilot super sports from tyreleader ?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 11, 2014, 11:38:11 am
Just had the Super Sports fitted today... too early to say what they are like but initial "F1 style tyre warmups" seem to give good feedback. They ride nice too, but new tyres always feel better/quieter.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on August 11, 2014, 01:00:35 pm
Just had the Super Sports fitted today... too early to say what they are like but initial "F1 style tyre warmups" seem to give good feedback. They ride nice too, but new tyres always feel better/quieter.

Mine arrived this morning. Can't wait to get them fitted  :jumpmove:

I've got Goodyear Efficient Grip on at the moment with around 2mm of tread and TBH they are immense  :surprised: will put 230bhp down in 2nd on a wet road without the slightest slip. Very impressed with these

If the PSS are better then I'd be amazed
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 13, 2014, 12:30:23 am
So far the tyres are great... loving the slightly stiffer nature of them.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FBrembos%2FPhoto%252012-08-2014%252004%252006%252047%2520pm.jpg&hash=9610184384983bce8b03287c1182427e6a011b92)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: TommyR on August 13, 2014, 06:33:08 am
R32 are perfectly big enough.  :happy2:

I was convinced I read you were now finding them inadequate in certain situations and getting 4 pots on the 32 discs...

Crazy idea.  :signLOL:

Oh really? ;)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Biano44 on August 13, 2014, 07:16:42 am
So far the tyres are great... loving the slightly stiffer nature of them.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FBrembos%2FPhoto%252012-08-2014%252004%252006%252047%2520pm.jpg&hash=9610184384983bce8b03287c1182427e6a011b92)

MMmmmmm...........Nice tyre's!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on August 13, 2014, 01:48:47 pm
Looking forward to your review of those lovely looking Brembo brakes.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 14, 2014, 11:54:36 am
These came today... I have been meaning to get pressed plates for years.

(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xaf1/v/t1.0-9/10615957_10152182153375882_7022157127529812225_n.jpg?oh=5d009bf7f1b0619af5d21ec67f02f393&oe=545B3D5F)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Biano44 on August 14, 2014, 12:32:22 pm
These came today... I have been meaning to get pressed plates for years.

(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xaf1/v/t1.0-9/10615957_10152182153375882_7022157127529812225_n.jpg?oh=5d009bf7f1b0619af5d21ec67f02f393&oe=545B3D5F)

Smart.......where'd you get them from?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 14, 2014, 12:35:10 pm
eBay seller called freddiefish £22.50
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: N8KOW on August 14, 2014, 02:43:53 pm
I'll need new tyres soon for the Prets for the R, it's a toss up between Pirelli P Zero, Conti 5s and these man. Interested to hear your thoughts as they're the most expensive out of the 3 in a 19".
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRSAlex on August 14, 2014, 04:00:24 pm
I'll need new tyres soon for the Prets for the R, it's a toss up between Pirelli P Zero, Conti 5s and these man. Interested to hear your thoughts as they're the most expensive out of the 3 in a 19".

Has to be the SS's for me.  I've used the other two and preferred the SS's.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 14, 2014, 11:26:43 pm
I'll need new tyres soon for the Prets for the R, it's a toss up between Pirelli P Zero, Conti 5s and these man. Interested to hear your thoughts as they're the most expensive out of the 3 in a 19".

First impressions are that they are good. Its always a bit of a learning curve with new 'different' tyres. I had 2 sets of goodyears v2s and knew exactly where the limit of them was, and how hard I could push them.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 19, 2014, 02:43:06 pm
So..... TTRS calipers going on with these decals. Why black? Because everyone has white  :signLOL:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.ebayimg.com%2F00%2Fs%2FMTIwMFgxNjAw%2Fz%2FTx0AAOxy14VRUkLQ%2F%24T2eC16FHJF8E9nnC6L%2B4BRUkLPohLw%7E%7E60_57.JPG&hash=fdcba521ff5b29c12145c57d29e833a5a296267f)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Biano44 on August 19, 2014, 05:25:05 pm
So..... TTRS calipers going on with these decals. Why black? Because everyone has white  :signLOL:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.ebayimg.com%2F00%2Fs%2FMTIwMFgxNjAw%2Fz%2FTx0AAOxy14VRUkLQ%2F%24T2eC16FHJF8E9nnC6L%2B4BRUkLPohLw%7E%7E60_57.JPG&hash=fdcba521ff5b29c12145c57d29e833a5a296267f)

And they'll match your PistonHeads sticker! :laugh:

Yeah, I said it!  :booty:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: TommyR on August 19, 2014, 05:41:11 pm
Shame about the other calipers :sad1:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 19, 2014, 05:45:39 pm
Shame about the other calipers :sad1:

A little bit. I'll be happy with the TTRS ones though.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: TommyR on August 19, 2014, 05:53:22 pm
Shame about the other calipers :sad1:

A little bit. I'll be happy with the TTRS ones though.

Yup they work really well, just the others where a lot rarer!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 21, 2014, 12:07:09 am
(https://scontent-b-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/r270/16304_10152193526370882_7348370863010246559_n.jpg?oh=c85bdf606f2052c430aec4457446ca94&oe=545F9576)

Just need a f&&&&&&& car to put them on now......  :innocent:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 01, 2014, 11:04:27 am
So.... I thought that Id not seem my pressed plates for a while as I was going to fit them a few days ago.... this is why!

(https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/v/t1.0-9/422399_10152215304130882_7424503335723772166_n.jpg?oh=f06bfaf7e2bd087f1b26fc14719e7e87&oe=545FAD6B)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 01, 2014, 11:16:06 am

Yodel?
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 01, 2014, 11:19:13 am

Yodel?

No.... wifey threw them in the bin.  :laugh:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 01, 2014, 11:21:41 am

 :surprised:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: paulw123 on September 01, 2014, 11:28:34 am
take her to relate mate......she needs some help  :signLOL:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 01, 2014, 03:21:53 pm
 :signLOL:

Just put them on, much better!

Ohh and incase you hadnt seen.  :fighting2:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPhoto%252031-08-2014%252011%252040%252022%2520am.jpg&hash=502e51a31bc9bcc535b71c8508bc0602dffb6aa0)
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: SimonK24 on September 01, 2014, 03:49:54 pm
Very nice!

I've just joined the forum, just wondering where you managed to get the tyres from? Looking at them for my R32.
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 01, 2014, 03:51:07 pm
i got them from tyreleader.co.uk ... they take a few days to come but fairly cheap
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Biano44 on September 01, 2014, 03:57:57 pm
:signLOL:

Just put them on, much better!

Ohh and incase you hadnt seen.  :fighting2:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPhoto%252031-08-2014%252011%252040%252022%2520am.jpg&hash=502e51a31bc9bcc535b71c8508bc0602dffb6aa0)

MMmmmmm..........Yummy!
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on September 01, 2014, 04:33:21 pm
Can't wait see these calipers with the crackle effect finish  :popcornsoda:  :wink:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saintsteve on September 01, 2014, 07:36:55 pm
Can't wait see these calipers with the crackle effect finish  :popcornsoda:  :wink:

 :grin:
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 15, 2014, 08:08:59 pm
This came out of the front wheels/brakes  :jump move:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPhoto%252015-09-2014%252012%252027%252041%2520pm.jpg&hash=e73db42f5ce4e9ef7ec5e449463c31c66735ea52)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPhoto%252015-09-2014%252012%252029%252005%2520pm.jpg&hash=38a138fba18136a573bcb73558d4ba119b7b7ee2)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPhoto%252015-09-2014%252002%252018%252025%2520pm.jpg&hash=760ab7053911e890a5e2bd779c9812a304404b6e)
Thats from 1 wing  :sick:


Rich
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: stuart-88 on September 15, 2014, 09:05:09 pm
Those brakes look just awesome
Title: Re: richwig83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 17, 2014, 10:28:00 pm
Those brakes look just awesome

 :notworthy:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 28, 2014, 06:25:56 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPhoto%252028-09-2014%25204%252051%252024%2520pm.jpg&hash=b5af639b7ee20a993e3ebc6852a1861029f4ca73)

Grills got their 'once every 2 years' clean  :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: DamoP on September 28, 2014, 06:59:00 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPhoto%252028-09-2014%25204%252051%252024%2520pm.jpg&hash=b5af639b7ee20a993e3ebc6852a1861029f4ca73)

Grills got their 'once every 2 years' clean  :signLOL:
what did you use?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 28, 2014, 06:59:39 pm
Auto finesse stuff.... i think its call revive.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on September 29, 2014, 01:04:42 pm
Auto sh*tesse.

Surprised you bothered to clean your car Richard. It is quite the state.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on September 29, 2014, 01:48:22 pm
Auto sh*tesse.

Surprised you bothered to clean your car Richard. It is quite the state.

I know jay.... Cleaning cars is a balls ache. Don't really enjoy it tbh.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on October 03, 2014, 05:02:03 pm
Spend 20 hours on it once and you will  be able to jet it off once a week and wash it once a month and it will never look as bad as it does now.  :sick:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 03, 2014, 05:04:13 pm
20hrs..... srsly F that....  :sick:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on October 03, 2014, 05:08:09 pm
Pay me to do it then  :wink:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 03, 2014, 05:41:03 pm
Mmmmmmmmm..... no  :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Saintsteve on October 03, 2014, 05:42:39 pm
Mmmmmmmmm..... no  :smiley:

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 03, 2014, 05:49:29 pm
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5601/15426538291_563b9d4f31_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pvc3o8)<3 GTI (https://flic.kr/p/pvc3o8) by Rich Wigley (https://www.flickr.com/people/31573912@N02/), on Flickr

 :love:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: DamoP on October 03, 2014, 06:41:50 pm
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5601/15426538291_563b9d4f31_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pvc3o8)<3 GTI (https://flic.kr/p/pvc3o8) by Rich Wigley (https://www.flickr.com/people/31573912@N02/), on Flickr

 :love:
:drool: :drool: :drool:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rob_e on October 08, 2014, 08:27:11 am
looking good :)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: SurreyED30 on October 11, 2014, 01:00:05 pm
New stoppers are looking good rich :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 11, 2014, 02:32:50 pm
New stoppers are looking good rich :happy2:

Cheers. Everyone should have a set  :innocent:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: SurreyED30 on October 11, 2014, 02:54:01 pm
 :innocent:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on October 12, 2014, 10:00:01 pm
New stoppers are looking good rich :happy2:

Cheers. Everyone should have a set  :innocent:

If you're buying then... :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rex on October 13, 2014, 11:13:59 am
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5601/15426538291_563b9d4f31_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pvc3o8)<3 GTI (https://flic.kr/p/pvc3o8) by Rich Wigley (https://www.flickr.com/people/31573912@N02/), on Flickr

 :love:

2015 Calendar entry?  :drool:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 13, 2014, 11:14:14 am
New stoppers are looking good rich :happy2:

Cheers. Everyone should have a set  :innocent:

If you're buying then... :happy2:


 :signLOL:

Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 13, 2014, 05:32:33 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10734187_10152297561360882_9117057579497928920_n.jpg?oh=935901861cf8e27452ea1148e022c9ea&oe=54F54BBA&__gda__=1420954284_0ab82f360848f9d168f96f63c4dc0b48)

DSG was starting to feel a bit crappy.... hopefully this will help for a bit.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 17, 2014, 09:25:05 pm
Just picked up a H&R 28mm front arb off @DANBOY66 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=8622) ... pretty much like new condition.  :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dan930 on October 17, 2014, 11:54:26 pm
Just picked up a H&R 28mm front arb off @DANBOY66 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=8622) ... pretty much like new condition.  :smiley:

U won't b disappointed mate...arbs transforms the handling big time..
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Pikey Motorsports on October 18, 2014, 01:36:12 am
good mod.. you got the h&r rear aswell
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 18, 2014, 08:53:10 am
good mod.. you got the h&r rear aswell

I've got an autotech rear bar
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRSAlex on October 18, 2014, 11:14:20 am
good mod.. you got the h&r rear aswell

I've got an autotech rear bar

For now!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 18, 2014, 11:17:03 am
good mod.. you got the h&r rear aswell

I've got an autotech rear bar

For now!

Why? Got one going cheap?  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dan930 on October 18, 2014, 11:49:50 am
F&R arbs tightens the handling sooo much..really good mod..fitted to my eddy from the APS groupbuy,I was sooo impressed that its the 1st mod I did to my golfR
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: DANBOY66 on October 18, 2014, 03:29:31 pm
glad your happy with it @rich83 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=709)  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rob_e on October 22, 2014, 12:33:43 pm
good mod.. you got the h&r rear aswell

I've got an autotech rear bar

For now!

I took my autotech off - couldn't stop the f*cker from squeaking.  the H&R has a much better bush design - teflon inserts iirc?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: M13 TEV on October 29, 2014, 01:23:29 am
Good build thread pal
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: demon110178 on October 30, 2014, 06:19:57 pm
Nice motor
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: gticc on October 30, 2014, 07:30:46 pm
Love the subtle difference the black brembo sticker makes! Good job.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 05, 2014, 11:50:42 am
^^ yeah I like it too.

So last night my car was parked up, and some douche bag managed to clip my door mirror... even though they were folded in.

Straight on the blower this morning to Jake (on here yellow cupra) new mirror cap sprayed, indicator and internal trim piece all being sorted as we speak.

Annoying.. but it could have been 100 times worse.  :fighting:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on November 05, 2014, 12:10:25 pm

Wankers.  I could do with getting a quote off Jake myself for a couple of bits on the Cupra.

Renewed the insurance on Nats car last night online then 10mins later she text saying someone had driven into it and driven off :@
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Gti_Mad on November 05, 2014, 12:23:27 pm
So many t0ssers on the roads these days that jus don't care about ova ppl's cars its a joke

Sorry 2 hear this mike and Rich
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 05, 2014, 12:38:29 pm

Wankers.  I could do with getting a quote off Jake myself for a couple of bits on the Cupra.

Renewed the insurance on Nats car last night online then 10mins later she text saying someone had driven into it and driven off :@

Well thats both a relief and sh*t all at the same time.  :fighting:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: mrdaveoconnor on November 11, 2014, 09:44:41 am
Nice pics
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: HallED30 on November 11, 2014, 10:26:33 pm
Love this build thread! You've done absolutely everything the way I want to with my ED30.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 11, 2014, 11:24:51 pm
Love this build thread! You've done absolutely everything the way I want to with my ED30.

Just a few choice mods... nothing too fancy.  :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: gctdi00001 on November 13, 2014, 11:43:13 am
This build thread is fantastic, love the car, top work!!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: SimonK24 on November 27, 2014, 01:21:22 pm
I now have the Michelin PSS fitted to my R32, they are fantastic! So much grip.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 28, 2014, 05:21:46 pm
Couple of bits went on today.

H&R front arb

superpro ball joints... ended up with about -1'50" camber

front wishbone super pro bush

 :smiley:


Also re-greased my rear arb for the eleventy-millionth time!  :fighting:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Dave J on November 28, 2014, 05:35:15 pm
Nice work! How does she drive now Rich?
ARB's, superpro bushes, SALK, & ali front arms made a world of difference to mine. Maybe should have done it in stages to appreciate each change, but still, all well worth it! 

I've noticed a bit of noise from the front ARB on mine, so had that lubed again, but never heard the rear. Was it squeaky, or just a bit rumbly?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 28, 2014, 11:38:11 pm
Rear arb just 'groaned' over speed bumps.

Car drives great. There is a small increase of harshness over poor tarmac at low speed, but at normal driving speeds its as good as gold. The arb has tightened up the front end very nicely. Ball joints... to early to say... not had chance to twat it yet.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Biano44 on November 29, 2014, 08:53:42 am
Is it possible the "Harshness" is the ball joints?

I've contemplated having the front ARB fitted as well while Alex fits the downpipe in the new year.....It's about the only mod left to do.

Then again, that pesky Golf R estate has locked it's sights on me and I just can't shake it off!!!
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fa585%2FBiano44%2FVolkswagenunveilsnewGolfREstateatLAAutoShow_zpsa188649e.jpg&hash=ddfb974e100fcf50fef81ba6887530611cba9854)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 29, 2014, 08:57:09 am
Not sure. Could be the fact the front is now 100% polybushed.

Golf R wagon?? Do it!!!  :drool:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on December 05, 2014, 11:32:32 am
A5 platform always had high compliance bushes so changing them will create a bit more harshness
Man up.  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 05, 2014, 12:58:19 pm
A5 platform always had high compliance bushes so changing them will create a bit more harshness
Man up.  :happy2:

Tell me about your understanding of the english language....

This isnt just hardness... it feels like something it knocking.  :sad1:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 05, 2014, 03:02:31 pm
New battery gone in.... Went for the Varta E44 (off the back of the battery thread) really good spec.

Capacity   77 Ah
CCA   780 A

Didnt loose REVO setting or radio code!  :star:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Pikey Motorsports on December 05, 2014, 03:51:15 pm
Why didnt you lose the settings?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 05, 2014, 03:52:07 pm
Why didnt you lose the settings?

Dunno...  maybe it has to be disconnected a while.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 17, 2015, 07:49:19 pm
Turns outs the knocking front, was the result of a few subframe bolts working themselves loose.... I think Alex used a bit too much anti seize compound :signLOL:

Anyway.... Drives like a dream now. Front end grip since the  ARB and ball joints have gone on is epic.... and it was pretty good before.  :driver:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rdfcpete on January 17, 2015, 08:30:51 pm
Sounds a worthy dual addition Rich  :happy2:

If I went ARB and TT ball joints on mine, would I notice an improvement, or is it coupled with other mods you've done?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 18, 2015, 12:48:50 am
Sounds a worthy dual addition Rich  :happy2:

If I went ARB and TT ball joints on mine, would I notice an improvement, or is it coupled with other mods you've done?

Yes I believe you would, it's quite subtle but it's there.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Olliewray on January 20, 2015, 06:42:16 pm
Very nice clean looking ed30! :)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 21, 2015, 10:40:24 pm
Very nice clean looking ed30! :)

Its actually very dirty... but thanks!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on January 22, 2015, 06:58:20 am
Very nice clean looking ed30! :)

Its actually very dirty... but thanks!

Sorry to break this to you @rich83 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=709) , he was only here to bump up his post count. Doubt he's even looked at the thread  :confused:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 22, 2015, 07:53:24 am
Very nice clean looking ed30! :)

Its actually very dirty... but thanks!

Sorry to break this to you @rich83 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=709) , he was only here to bump up his post count. Doubt he's even looked at the thread  :confused:

That's kind of what I was referring to  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 08, 2015, 07:43:10 pm
Cars in tomorrow. 5k service and full set of front subframe bolts, as the current ones are shagged and won't stay tight.

Gonna do 5k servicing from now on. I do mainly short journeys these days >50miles... And she gets driven, so at 84000 I think it's sensible to up the maintainance.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: MC71 on February 08, 2015, 09:14:48 pm
^^^^ What gets changed/checked on a 5k service?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 08, 2015, 09:16:29 pm
Just oil and filter.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Dave J on February 08, 2015, 09:24:29 pm
Good work Rich - used to service my mkiv every 5k once it was seriously tuned.
Every 10k was a garage service and every 5k I'd change the oil & filter at home.
Should help the car no end  :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 10, 2015, 10:03:02 pm
So all the subframe bolts replaced and tightened up to correct spec. Seems better.

Got a few things to do this year... Cam chain, and timing belt need doing. I think the mechatronics unit is on its last legs too so that will be getting changed over the next 2 years, or if it dies.  :sad1:

Also needs the valves cleaning
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: jedi-knight83 on February 11, 2015, 07:49:35 am
So all the subframe bolts replaced and tightened up to correct spec. Seems better.

Got a few things to do this year... Cam chain, and timing belt need doing. I think the mechatronics unit is on its last legs too so that will be getting changed over the next 2 years, or if it dies.  :sad1:

Also needs the valves cleaning

Mines just hit 85k too. How do you know the mechatronics unit is failing?
I've not got my service book with me either but is the timing chain due at this mileage too or is that just a precaution?

Have you looked into treacle for the valves? I'd never heard of it till yesterday and I thought it might be good for my valves but there seems very hit and miss reviews.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 11, 2015, 10:31:20 pm
Treacle??? 
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 09, 2015, 06:27:12 pm
Ohh bollocks!

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/p526x296/10929201_10152578803630882_6410502841115018790_n.jpg?oh=4b6e90dd1227229d1c300c3471586383&oe=55858859&__gda__=1435289248_36cf6b115a0e8e5c161d2f1e090e803b)

They wouldn't stay tight so kept tightening them.... apparently thats not good for them...
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dazza on March 09, 2015, 06:32:46 pm
Glad to see i'm not the only one that bollocks things up. Did you get the rest of it out?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 09, 2015, 06:37:09 pm
No... getting someone else to f*ck about with it. Need the subframe drilling/tapping/inserting. gonna get all 4 done.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dazza on March 09, 2015, 07:26:09 pm
I should check mine i get a clunk selecting D/R, someone said it could be the subframe bolts.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 10, 2015, 10:37:47 am
I should check mine i get a clunk selecting D/R, someone said it could be the subframe bolts.

More likely to be mechatronic unit...
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on March 10, 2015, 11:37:53 am
Ohh bollocks!

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/p526x296/10929201_10152578803630882_6410502841115018790_n.jpg?oh=4b6e90dd1227229d1c300c3471586383&oe=55858859&__gda__=1435289248_36cf6b115a0e8e5c161d2f1e090e803b)

They wouldn't stay tight so kept tightening them.... apparently thats not good for them...

Oops.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dazza on March 10, 2015, 12:04:46 pm
I should check mine i get a clunk selecting D/R, someone said it could be the subframe bolts.

More likely to be mechatronic unit...
Hope not. Is there a DIY for that.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 10, 2015, 12:07:32 pm
 :scared:

Probably somewhere.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on March 10, 2015, 01:11:45 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fmedia.giphy.com%2Fmedia%2Fk29Kh9hu2TZM4%2Fgiphy.gif&hash=dfb3cdd45700b188597b03735b15027f6365efa9)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: paulw123 on March 10, 2015, 01:16:37 pm
Ohh bollocks!

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/p526x296/10929201_10152578803630882_6410502841115018790_n.jpg?oh=4b6e90dd1227229d1c300c3471586383&oe=55858859&__gda__=1435289248_36cf6b115a0e8e5c161d2f1e090e803b)

They wouldn't stay tight so kept tightening them.... apparently thats not good for them...

looks like you need a torque wrench  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: samx300 on March 11, 2015, 09:49:22 am
Hi mate,

I saw your Eddy up at Alex's yesterday. Those front brakes looked delish!!  :drool:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 11, 2015, 10:00:33 am
They are rather  :love:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on March 11, 2015, 10:53:55 am
Hi mate,

I saw your Eddy up at Alex's yesterday. Those front brakes looked delish!!  :drool:

Oh, Rich has big brakes? He's never mentioned... :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 11, 2015, 10:58:04 am
 :rolleye:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Biano44 on March 11, 2015, 10:59:26 am
Hi mate,

I saw your Eddy up at Alex's yesterday. Those front brakes looked delish!!  :drool:

Oh, Rich has big brakes? He's never mentioned... :signLOL:

PMSL!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 11, 2015, 11:07:22 am
I feel a change of sig picture is in order
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: scopes on March 11, 2015, 02:17:38 pm
Nice ! It looks to big.....  :grin:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on March 11, 2015, 04:42:48 pm
Nice ! It looks to big.....  :grin:

X2  :scared:

Admin just make the rules, they don't have to abide by them  :P
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on March 11, 2015, 05:20:15 pm
Do as I say, not as I do... Isn't that what the administrators all say to the moderators on joining?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: scopes on March 11, 2015, 05:25:21 pm
 :jumpmove: :signLOL: :jumpmove:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 11, 2015, 06:37:30 pm
Do as I say, not as I do... Isn't that what the administrators all say to the moderators on joining?

To be fair we do all play by the rules too, most of the time...  :innocent:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on March 12, 2015, 01:39:05 pm
And just "remove" those who oppose you?

I'd like to apply for an admin role, it seems fun. And you get to have big brakes it seems...
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 12, 2015, 02:01:09 pm
And just "remove" those who oppose you?

I'd like to apply for an admin role, it seems fun. And you get to have big brakes it seems...

Not quite sure what you are referring to there.

You can have big brakes too if you pay for them... just like I did. :wink:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on March 12, 2015, 04:16:09 pm
Wasn't referring to anything, just mentioning one of your many powers. I am down to get the NQSBBK but wondering whether I really need it.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 12, 2015, 09:34:56 pm
Wasn't referring to anything, just mentioning one of your many powers. I am down to get the NQSBBK but wondering whether I really need it.

NQSBBK is a pretty good option to be honest, especially once hooked up with good pads.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on March 12, 2015, 09:38:02 pm
Yeah, and the running costs are much more friendly to a daily driven car. Also the lack of spacers and things really helps.me favour it. If anything I may not bother upgrading to R32 rear brakes but will see how I feel after I go stage 2.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 12, 2015, 09:43:03 pm
I think you do need spacers for OEM wheels with the NSQBBK... i 'think'
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on March 12, 2015, 09:45:48 pm
You probably do but I'm running TD 1.2 a d having spoken to MC71, I'm certain I'll be fine. :happy2: He's a nice chap, Martin.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 12, 2015, 09:46:23 pm
ahh yeah... youll be fine  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on March 12, 2015, 09:55:46 pm
Still curious as to how much better a set of TTRS calipers with 340mm disc really is over the NQSBBK, but when you run the 2 piece 370mm brakes its obvious. I'd doubt I'd find d the limit of the NQSBBK, let alone your setup!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 12, 2015, 10:01:47 pm
Not sure.  Best person to ask is @Tfsi_Mike (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=293) . He has the NSQBBK and then the Porsche turbo +350mm setup which i believe is quite similar to the TTRS caliper and 340mm setup

Mine are 362.... the 370mm are not 2 piece.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Biano44 on March 12, 2015, 10:18:50 pm
Still curious as to how much better a set of TTRS calipers with 340mm disc really is over the NQSBBK, but when you run the 2 piece 370mm brakes its obvious. I'd doubt I'd find d the limit of the NQSBBK, let alone your setup!

I had the NQSBBK on my Golf and they were fantastic when combined with Ferodo pads! Perfectly suited to the 312 disc on a Golf.
I've got the 340mm TTRS on the CC and they are ultimately a better brake but they are heavier and my opinion offer less feel than the NQSBBK.
That said, they're perfect for the bigger discs and my bigger car.
After upgrading the brakes on my last 2 cars, the extra confidence they bring, control and modulation.........I have no idea how I will run standard brakes again.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on March 13, 2015, 09:12:36 am
Interesting info there. :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rex on March 13, 2015, 06:12:39 pm
Ohh bollocks!

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/p526x296/10929201_10152578803630882_6410502841115018790_n.jpg?oh=4b6e90dd1227229d1c300c3471586383&oe=55858859&__gda__=1435289248_36cf6b115a0e8e5c161d2f1e090e803b)

They wouldn't stay tight so kept tightening them.... apparently thats not good for them...

Tip: http://www.vwvortex.com/news/aftermarket-and-industry-news/tyrolsport-releases-deadset-kit-for-mk5-and-mk6-chassis/?COLLCC=606400130

 :drinking:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 13, 2015, 06:30:39 pm
@rex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=2615) Ive seen those before... apparently an arse to fit. I dont think I need them now...

Picked up my car today. Alex had drilled/tapped and time-serted the 4 smaller console bolts... also finding out that my WALK bush had finally given way... so guess what?

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FSubframe%2FPhoto%252013-03-2015%25205%252035%252001%2520pm.jpg&hash=aec2a6f12725aaae34023d5a05eac8051aa636ea)

... yep.. Superpro ALK.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2F31.media.tumblr.com%2F2cab51627e7e0f7f15612a6b5a40a2b6%2Ftumblr_mqj09xdjZM1qff46jo1_500.gif&hash=ccbb945df867d4eca44c666231e1f199d6bc52c6)


Seems much better now, hopefully it stays that way.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Biano44 on March 13, 2015, 07:29:33 pm
Great news! AKS to the rescue.  :pomppomp:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 13, 2015, 08:16:53 pm

Missed out on a chance to spunk some money on the Tyrol sport subframe lock kit!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 13, 2015, 10:17:24 pm

Missed out on a chance to spunk some money on the Tyrol sport subframe lock kit!

Yeah... just cant justify any more spending than repairs at the moment.

Few more pics alex just sent over.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FSubframe%2FPhoto%252013-03-2015%25208%252015%252055%2520pm.jpg&hash=45242145c2044fbaf9060254b481ec0cf53575fe)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FSubframe%2FPhoto%252013-03-2015%25208%252016%252023%2520pm.jpg&hash=ca8bb645ec37eada30230b7cccd10efff5c99272)

Its going into Wheels in Motion for full hunter alignment on Tuesday too, as they owe me a free one.  :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 14, 2015, 07:06:00 am

How did the credit with WiM come about, Rich?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 14, 2015, 05:49:10 pm

How did the credit with WiM come about, Rich?

They messed up a bit last time i had some tyres changed, they drop the wheels on the caliper and pulled some paint off. Fortunately my old brakes... complained anyway
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 17, 2015, 10:56:58 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPhoto%252017-03-2015%252010%252043%252004%2520pm.jpg&hash=061d00068537b65ab6d59a46e1f09afeb37e9d80)

Not exactly bang on... but it will do until something else drops off and it needs doing again. Rear adjusters are seizing up so they need swapping out at some point... the list gets longer.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: scopes on March 17, 2015, 11:00:01 pm
How does it feel to drive now, Rich ???

 :driver:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 17, 2015, 11:01:56 pm
How does it feel to drive now, Rich ???

 :driver:

Good  :smiley:

Just need some more power now.  :indifferent:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on March 18, 2015, 07:29:58 am
What's your plans for more power?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 18, 2015, 08:51:18 am
What's your plans for more power?

tbh probably none. Lots of stuff needs doing before I get to more power.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on March 18, 2015, 01:50:03 pm
If that means no more power upgrades, maybe one day I will be faster than you  :love:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 18, 2015, 02:58:48 pm
If that means no more power upgrades, maybe one day I will be faster than you  :love:

Nah!!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on March 18, 2015, 03:09:57 pm
Get the routine maintenance out the way then start dreaming about turbo upgrades. Hybrid K04, Integrated Engineering inlet manifold... You know you want to. Or is that me, I get confused..?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: scopes on March 18, 2015, 03:34:43 pm
^^^ Think you speak for us all ^^^

 :innocent:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on March 18, 2015, 03:50:00 pm
If that means no more power upgrades, maybe one day I will be faster than you  :love:


(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/74/dc/9c/74dc9cb270c1cffe00c990fa6624484b.jpg)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on March 25, 2015, 10:33:01 am
 :grin: :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 04, 2015, 09:53:25 am
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2Fgticotswolds.jpg&hash=04385edfb8cd5c9bcf7b3c3d2e9404906291b836)

Nothing new to see....  :sad1:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Shoduchi on April 04, 2015, 10:16:14 am
It's still a beautiful car to stare at. :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 04, 2015, 06:12:05 pm
@rich83 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=709)  looks suspiciously lower?  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rdfcpete on April 04, 2015, 06:49:54 pm
@rich83 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=709)  looks suspiciously lower?  :popcornsoda:

Rich's sits just about exactly where mine does on Coilovers, just right for everyday driving in this country IMO  :smiley:

Rake game: strong  :rolleye: :laugh: :grin:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 04, 2015, 07:27:01 pm
@rich83 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=709)  looks suspiciously lower?  :popcornsoda:

I think it's dropped too. I'm sure it's got about 10mm lover since fitting the springs.

Need some spacers on te rear as it looks a bit "tucked" on the rear.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 04, 2015, 07:33:42 pm
@rich83 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=709)  looks suspiciously lower?  :popcornsoda:

I think it's dropped too. I'm sure it's got about 10mm lover since fitting the springs.

Need some spacers on te rear as it looks a bit "tucked" on the rear.

Your dampers must by F**ked  :scared:

Mine was a good 10mm higher on H&Rs

They do need spacers when lowered. 15mm rears would look well
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 04, 2015, 07:53:34 pm
Yeah it needs new dampers just dont know what to get. Id like some adjusatble dampers... but not sure you can get them without going down the coilover route
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 04, 2015, 07:57:06 pm
Yeah it needs new dampers just dont know what to get. Id like some adjusatble dampers... but not sure you can get them without going down the coilover route

Pretty sure you can't. Maybe B12 kit or coilovers then  :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Yorkie92 on April 04, 2015, 08:32:59 pm
Lovely car :happy2:

Koni do shock absorbers which have adjustable rebound, front and rear and are pretty much the same price as Bilstein b8 shocks but I couldn't tell you how well they perform  :sad1:
I'm hoping someone has tried them as I wanted to get a set.

Yorkie
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 04, 2015, 08:48:57 pm
Yeah it needs new dampers just dont know what to get. Id like some adjusatble dampers... but not sure you can get them without going down the coilover route

Pretty sure you can't. Maybe B12 kit or coilovers then  :smiley:

Wont be going coilovers...
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on April 04, 2015, 08:51:37 pm
You can get damper adjustable suspension kits I believe as that's what I toyed with. Fixed height and just tweek the rebound for different conditions. How come you don't want to fit coilovers?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Matto on April 04, 2015, 08:59:30 pm
@rich83 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=709)  looks suspiciously lower?  :popcornsoda:

I think it's dropped too. I'm sure it's got about 10mm lover since fitting the springs.

Need some spacers on te rear as it looks a bit "tucked" on the rear.

I was saying the same thing to Alex earlier about mine. Ride height is spot on but I have lots of tuck so had considered spacers.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 04, 2015, 09:04:44 pm
You can get damper adjustable suspension kits I believe as that's what I toyed with. Fixed height and just tweek the rebound for different conditions. How come you don't want to fit coilovers?

Dont see the point as Id fix the height and leave them... its not the height I want to adjust/have control over.

The bilstein B8 ares supposed to be hard, the mk6 version less so... but still hard... and theres no one i know with that setup to "try before i buy"
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: LiamGTi on April 04, 2015, 11:20:43 pm
Just read through this, love cars that have been done properly with no corners cut. Perfect example!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on April 13, 2015, 01:52:03 pm
Just read through this, love cars that have been done properly with no corners cut. Perfect example!

He's not done anything though????
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2015, 02:02:44 pm
Just read through this, love cars that have been done properly with no corners cut. Perfect example!

He's not done anything though????

No.... nothing Jay...  :indifferent:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: scopes on April 13, 2015, 02:14:19 pm
 :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: olethalb on April 13, 2015, 02:14:56 pm
144 pages   :surprised:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2015, 02:32:52 pm
144 pages   :surprised:

Its about 130 pages of drivel olly....  :grin:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Biano44 on April 13, 2015, 04:52:20 pm
Just read through this, love cars that have been done properly with no corners cut. Perfect example!

He's not done anything though????

No.... nothing Jay...  :indifferent:

I love the way it's taken Rich 10 days to reply!

Like he doesn't check his own thread everyday like the rest of us!!!  :laugh:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2015, 05:55:53 pm
 :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 14, 2015, 01:46:37 pm
Put in a new set of NGK 7 plugs.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2F10933899_10152649015990882_7975459727285676654_n.jpg&hash=8b1dce0504533c13c061e65ac5319bac384cff95)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Spankiee on April 14, 2015, 02:07:42 pm
need to order me some of that gold heat wrap for my ITG looks so good.

can you remember where you got it from?  :grin:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 28, 2015, 02:51:45 pm
Bought a cam follower... had to order it i.e. pain in the ass.... shouldnt have bothered as there is no wear on this one.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FCam%2520Follower%2F11178337_10152677058990882_3817852136535248270_n.jpg&hash=7e4d2186402c87cb5a02a872abffc1fa283beda5)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: olethalb on April 28, 2015, 03:03:29 pm
prevention better than cure  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Mitch H on May 05, 2015, 09:09:39 pm
What springs/ suspension are you running mate? Love how it sits
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 05, 2015, 10:09:26 pm
What springs/ suspension are you running mate? Love how it sits

Cheers... they are H&R 30mm springs
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on May 06, 2015, 07:07:17 am
Might consider a set for my mk4 Golf now I've spent a bit of time looking at your cars stance.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on May 06, 2015, 07:27:46 pm
Might consider a set for my mk4 Golf now I've spent a bit of time looking at your cars stance.

Rich's sits lower than my Ed30 did on H&Rs. Pretty sure his dampers are F***ed  :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: AndyED30 on May 06, 2015, 07:28:57 pm
Clean that engine bay!  :wink:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 06, 2015, 08:00:30 pm
Clean that engine bay!  :wink:

It get cleaned once a year....  :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 28, 2015, 09:53:00 pm
Front tyres are nearly on the wear markers.... gonna go ad08r next  :driver: :driver: :driver:

Will have a pair of SuperSports up for sale of the back of mine if anyone wants them
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 31, 2015, 11:55:18 am

Much life left?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on May 31, 2015, 12:52:54 pm

Much life left?

On the rears? Not checked but will be loads.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 01, 2015, 04:06:37 pm
5000K oil change

Millers Nanodrive 5w40
Oil Filter
Pollen Filter
Heath-Robinson magnetic sump plug

Ramp extensions cos "too low"

Made 3 versions of these... which either didn't work or broke. Rainforests suffered as a consequence!  :signLOL:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FPhoto%252031-05-2015%25204%252022%252023%2520pm.jpg&hash=4aea71073037c66ab2f86dff72f16ad80f19c180)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FPhoto%252001-06-2015%25202%252054%252038%2520pm.jpg&hash=385f3b459029704502b3cde2c3cf708d1cba1759)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: MateyGuv on June 01, 2015, 07:43:20 pm
That sump plug is genius   :notworthy:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 04, 2015, 11:54:47 pm
That sump plug is genius   :notworthy:

Why thank you! :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 04, 2015, 11:55:49 pm
I have come to the conclusion that the ride of my car is absolute garbage..... any ideas on what to throw money at to fix it?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Biano44 on June 05, 2015, 08:02:46 am
The dampers?!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 05, 2015, 08:20:54 am
Hmmm possibly. Wondering wether or not to go PSS10 do it's actually adjustable, rather than fixed damping that might be too hard
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Biano44 on June 05, 2015, 10:03:35 am
Just get an "R" and be done with it!!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 05, 2015, 10:08:02 am
Not a chance.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: galaxie500 on June 05, 2015, 10:17:09 am
I need your ramp extensions! 
Did exactly the same as you but suffered an 'Edition 30 splitter split' when my bit of plywood snapped mid drive up! (you saw it!)
 
I reckon you could start selling them.... :laugh:

Magnetic sump plug - are there two glued together?

PR
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 05, 2015, 11:10:53 am
Yes Paul.. i just glued them to an OEM sump plug.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on June 05, 2015, 12:47:25 pm
Do you have springs already? If so with your less than optimal aged shocks that wont help.

You could go Koni FSD just get the correct ones for the lowered car and that would be spot on.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on June 05, 2015, 12:56:49 pm
Or....

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,97828.msg966401.html#msg966401 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,97828.msg966401.html#msg966401)


 :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 05, 2015, 01:02:30 pm
Trying to avoid using 2nd hand stuff if possible... especially stuff that wears out.

Considering either B8s mk6 version (resulting in ending up with essentially a B12 kit)... or PSS10 Bilsteins.

Need firm assurance that the dampers (with my springs) would be a good solution. Otherwise its a waste of money
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on June 05, 2015, 01:55:06 pm
Air...
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 05, 2015, 01:59:18 pm
Air...


pSSSSSHHHT... now you're talking!  :love:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on June 05, 2015, 09:20:58 pm
Air...


pSSSSSHHHT... now you're talking!  :love:

Make your car sound like Ivor the Engine on startup.  :stupid:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 06, 2015, 12:50:45 pm

The pss10 are great in my opinion.  I don't mind a firmer ride but on the softer setting they are more than civilised.  You may be daft not to try a car with them fitted and similar chassis to yours to make you mind up as ride quality is really subjective
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 23, 2015, 01:21:37 pm
Few little bits gonna be going on soon.

OEM BT kit. Been meaning to get one for ages just not been arsed to sort it until now.

Mk6 mirror dial (old one rattled). still not figured out the correct wiring to make it work 100% right but at least it doesnt rattle.

Cam chain been done next week

PSS10... will be going on end of July with a new steering rack and new sub-frams bolts... still not happy that the front subframe is tight.

New mechatronics unit back end of summer hopefully. Maybe timing belt too.


That will then stand the car in pretty much 100% working order, and read for another 90k miles  :smiley:

Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on June 24, 2015, 04:44:47 am
Trying the Tyrol Sport Dead set kit @Rich? (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=709)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: teo_parvu on June 24, 2015, 10:14:40 am
Very nice car Rich!  :congrats:
So much good information here.
If i may say, go for the Ohlins R&T, the ride is superb, much nicer than our old PSS10.  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on June 24, 2015, 11:40:55 am
Very nice car Rich!  :congrats:
So much good information here.
If i may say, go for the Ohlins R&T, the ride is superb, much nicer than our old PSS10.  :happy2:

Cheers. Ohlins ar too expensive.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dazza on June 24, 2015, 01:21:07 pm
Fixed hedges sig.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 07, 2015, 04:06:35 pm
Bought some things...

Cam adjuster bolt...
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2Fcambolt.jpg&hash=1fd9f669c5769057550aa6f698343f16bf4947fb)


Plate.... just for sh*ts and giggles
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FIMG_5490.jpg&hash=2db1ec163e5202bee96f47ee5ce711d5a1f6b83f)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: doylebros on July 07, 2015, 04:44:54 pm
Bought some things...

Cam adjuster bolt...
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2Fcambolt.jpg&hash=1fd9f669c5769057550aa6f698343f16bf4947fb)


Just the bolt?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 07, 2015, 04:49:44 pm
Yep... @olethalb (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=12022)  is doing the chain and tensioner for me but he didnt have a bolt, so we had to postpone.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dazza on July 07, 2015, 04:51:03 pm
He's just stalling you cant stop working on the TFSI BUS.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: doylebros on July 07, 2015, 05:13:04 pm
Yep... @olethalb (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=12022)  is doing the chain and tensioner for me but he didnt have a bolt, so we had to postpone.
I find this clip is commonly forgotten about http://www.partscats.info/volkswagen/en/?i=cat_vag_models&brand=vw&number=1714&set=1728&ein=2007&f=474&hauptgr=1234567890&hg=1&grf=010380409&bf=10380&hgug=103&ug=03&parent_id=2335052&detail_id=2335071
But get destroyed on removal.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dazza on July 07, 2015, 05:16:11 pm
Yep... @olethalb (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=12022)  is doing the chain and tensioner for me but he didnt have a bolt, so we had to postpone.
I find this clip is commonly forgotten about http://www.partscats.info/volkswagen/en/?i=cat_vag_models&brand=vw&number=1714&set=1728&ein=2007&f=474&hauptgr=1234567890&hg=1&grf=010380409&bf=10380&hgug=103&ug=03&parent_id=2335052&detail_id=2335071
But get destroyed on removal.
Balls you've just reminded me i used a jubilee clip last time as the stealers did not have one in stock and i could not be bothered to wait another day. Due to having OCD i will have to get the correct clip and sort it.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 08, 2015, 12:34:48 am
For my records.

N 90739901
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: olethalb on July 08, 2015, 08:07:51 am
they can 9 times out of 10 be released without damage and re used, but there's always the 10th time  :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dazza on July 08, 2015, 08:33:21 am
they can 9 times out of 10 be released without damage and re used, but there's always the 10th time  :signLOL:
You learn something every day. With me 0 out of 10 can be reused. I have a lot to learn.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 24, 2015, 01:56:04 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPSS10%2FPhoto%252024-07-2015%25201%252021%252042%2520pm.jpg&hash=7d47986fbe471795c6d97213214e41131e503136)

Picked these up yesterday  :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 24, 2015, 01:58:03 pm

Sweet :-)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Orc on July 24, 2015, 02:23:41 pm
Mucho cheapiness?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 24, 2015, 08:47:06 pm
Mucho cheapiness?

About 50% retail.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: teo_parvu on July 24, 2015, 10:04:03 pm
B16 at half price...super! :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 24, 2015, 10:44:58 pm
B16 at half price...super! :happy2:

I hope they are to my liking... If not i am gonna put the suspension back to stock!  :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: teo_parvu on July 25, 2015, 06:23:32 am
I've been using them every day for about 5 years. You can easily adapt the settings, their maximum softness is just a bit harder than soft, but the damping is superb.
The only problem was one bent front spring after falling into a crater on the road. Had to change both front springs.
Overall I'm still loving them.  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: danishmkvgti on July 26, 2015, 08:27:25 am
After trying the KW V3 for a couple of years and finding them terrible i went for the Pss10 B16, i've enjoyed every mile on them and my next car will get the same suspension :)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 26, 2015, 09:29:08 am
Yeah I've heard they are preferable to kw from a few people. I've not read one bad review on the Internet.

Friday sees a new steering rack being put on and these fitted. Setup the same ride height as current and all re-aligned.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on July 27, 2015, 09:59:54 am
Brilliant rich, althought admit you want to go another 10mm lower :P

About time there was a worthwhile update in your build thread.

Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 27, 2015, 10:02:14 am
I don't use the adjuster rings on the back with my pss10. They aren't the lowest coil overs, my kW where slightly lower but I like to think the Billy's are more about performance
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 27, 2015, 10:10:48 am
I don't use the adjuster rings on the back with my pss10. They aren't the lowest coil overs, my kW where slightly lower but I like to think the Billy's are more about performance

I am guessing that you are probably about 10-15mm lower on the rear (possibly all-round).

Plan is to measure the current ride height and match it exactly with the PSS10, as I like the ride height and hardly ever have clearance issues.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 27, 2015, 10:11:11 am
Brilliant rich, althought admit you want to go another 10mm lower :P

About time there was a worthwhile update in your build thread.

Ohh jay.... you are a one...  :booty:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on July 28, 2015, 10:14:18 am
Just clicks over 90,000 miles last night. So that's 77,000 in my ownership.

Should be running sweet as a nut by the end of summer set for another 90k  :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2015, 12:43:32 pm
So friday saw a new steering rack go on. The groaning has gone so thats a relief.

New
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPSS10%2FPhoto%252031-07-2015%25209%252028%252018%2520am.jpg&hash=22e28405e2e01065abdc344fc5aaba2d62f50e32)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPSS10%2FPhoto%252031-07-2015%252011%252005%252050%2520am.jpg&hash=b63eda082a6ba32449e0481550a47dc622eeb8db)

PSS10s went on. Seemed to go on easily enough.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPSS10%2FPhoto%252031-07-2015%25202%252035%252024%2520pm.jpg&hash=a65fe6bc698276fd32f77b837eb58dd7ed82e1ac)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPSS10%2FPhoto%252031-07-2015%252012%252036%252028%2520pm.jpg&hash=f6561b3bc6a738152eba819d34d6c33418086ee0)

And then onto TT Shops old to do the alignment, where a problem was struck.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPSS10%2FPhoto%252031-07-2015%25204%252004%252020%2520pm.jpg&hash=1243ac4a7cdcbfb2a9397e14b413929911c87072)

Alex has been telling me for probably about 2 years that the rear TOE adjustment bushes are seizing up, the ones on the left here...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.myturbodiesel.com%2Fattachments%2Frear-spring-vw-jpg.3415%2F&hash=a02b511a50cce5b8f80e40f7a24092ddd17ef946)
ignore the text on the image, its wrong

Anyway... the bolt snapped so I am having superpro bushes put in with new bolts, should hopefully make all future alignment much easier

I only drove the car about 5 miles but the first impressions of the PSS10 is good. No where near as hard as I thought they would be (set to F5 R4). Damping is much much improved over the trashed OEM dampers, which all appeared to have very little in terms on compression damping.

More on the PSS10 once I've got it back
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: jaffa on August 02, 2015, 01:20:59 pm
isn't that eccentric bolt for toe? the camber eccentric bolt is higher up towards the front of the car
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2015, 01:26:00 pm
Yes... you are correct, got it mixed up, as did the person who made that image (not mine)  :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: jaffa on August 02, 2015, 01:28:32 pm
I'm sure iv seen that picture a couple of times on the forum  :signLOL:

so which ones are getting replaced camber or toe?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2015, 01:29:45 pm
The toe ones  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Dave J on August 02, 2015, 04:54:34 pm
Great to read - can't wait to get rid of my OEM dampers now. They are exactly as you describe... no compression...
What alerted you to the steering rack giving up?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2015, 05:11:46 pm
Great to read - can't wait to get rid of my OEM dampers now. They are exactly as you describe... no compression...
What alerted you to the steering rack giving up?

It was making noise when steering. It wasnt 'that' bad, but it was only gonna get worse and annoyed me and made the car feel old.  :sad1:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on August 02, 2015, 06:23:58 pm
Has it lowered the ride height a bit
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2015, 06:31:51 pm
Has it lowered the ride height a bit

It was actually a little bit higher (not fussed about 'lows' too much).... but Im hoping that alex drops it to 36cm all-round same as before.  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on August 02, 2015, 06:35:55 pm
You might find it goes a little lower when it settles down in a week or so
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2015, 06:36:55 pm
You might find it goes a little lower when it settles down in a week or so

They are 2nd hand so shouldn't really change that much as they are already "stressed"
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: 18Edition30 on August 02, 2015, 09:17:53 pm
Was the Rack genuine mate? How much was it if you don't mind me asking?

Mines starting to make some knocks and stuff when turning at low speed, well I think it's that anyway!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2015, 09:23:45 pm
Was the Rack genuine mate? How much was it if you don't mind me asking?

Mines starting to make some knocks and stuff when turning at low speed, well I think it's that anyway!

Yes. genuine Generation 3 rack... not sure on cost, can let you know once I get the invoice.


Rich
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Matt81 on August 03, 2015, 02:14:38 pm
Hmmm. Looks like I'll be looking for and ed30 soon. This looks lovely.

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Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: bonelorry on August 03, 2015, 06:11:52 pm
 :congrats:

Proper commitment Rich, I like!

Will be interested to hear your findings on the Bilstein's, I like the idea of their B12 kit retaining the strut/spring arrangement however the B14 which is your kit? I believe? Is not much more expensive to buy new.

Cheers Simon

Edit: Ignore my above comment, Yours are the more expensive B16's! Ker-ching.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 04, 2015, 01:08:01 am
Yep B16 PSS10. About 1400 new I got them for a steal. Getting it back tomorrow so I'll update with how they are.    :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 04, 2015, 12:24:15 pm
Got the car back just now.

Old bush

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPSS10%2FPhoto%252004-08-2015%252010%252023%252001%2520am.jpg&hash=209163eb6c06c9a2dbe301fbcca3d1b7ef8bce8a)

f*cked!  :signLOL:

New

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FPSS10%2FPhoto%252004-08-2015%252011%252028%252020%2520am.jpg&hash=5a5640912f8f5d10abc91ccd5720235bc0617dcb)


Car feels fantastic. Just gonna run it into London tonight to check how the PSS10 behave, which should be a good test as I know the route and the roads are sh*te!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: teo_parvu on August 04, 2015, 04:39:15 pm
Come to Bucharest and you'll never complain about British roads again.  :signLOL:
Cant wait for a review on your PSS10s. What settings do you use?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rex on August 04, 2015, 04:42:46 pm
Yep B16 PSS10. About 1400 new I got them for a steal.

Finally!  :congrats: :congrats:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 05, 2015, 11:36:27 am
Ran the car into London last night.

Verdict is that I am happy with them, which is a relief.

They are currently set about 360mm from floor to arch front and rear (I think). and dampers set F5 R4.

Is the ride more firm? Yes

Is it more harsh? No, much less harsh than on the old damper + H&R combo (pretty sure its all down to the shot dampers) There was one road that was a bit of a bone shaker but its a shocking road.

Less bouncy? Yes for sure, it feels like it follows the road surface better, but less bounce.

Better straight line grip? Maybe a placebo but yes on first impression, seems to not make sure a fuss about accelerating when on full throttle in gears 1 and 2.

Better cornering grip? Yes I would say so. It feels much more stable mid corner. Before it seemed to do this annoying front-back see-sawing thing which didn't inspire much confidence.

Worth £1400? Debatable. I wouldn't have bought these new at that price. I was going to do down the Bilstein B8 damper route which would have been about £550-£575 (with my H&R springs) until these came up on here.


I am going to get used to them as they are before I start messing with the damping to see if I can "Dial it in" as the race car owners would say.  :signLOL:


More feedback to come.

Rich
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on August 05, 2015, 12:05:03 pm
I wish there was a version of the Bilsteins that worked with DCC... Only KW offer a kit that utilises the OE feature. :sad1:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Gti_Mad on August 05, 2015, 12:15:58 pm
glad your happy with them rich told ya you wouldn't be disappointed  :signIWS:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on August 05, 2015, 12:53:34 pm
Now you just need to go stage 2 so you have the go to match your brakes and handling.

ooooooooooooooooooooohhhh.

 :popcornsoda: :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Shoduchi on August 05, 2015, 01:07:46 pm
I had shot OEM dampers with Eibach Sportlines and the ride was too crashy and bouncy. It only improved a bit at motorway speed.

Great upgrade! :congrats:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 05, 2015, 01:11:14 pm
Now you just need to go stage 2 so you have the go to match your brakes and handling.

ooooooooooooooooooooohhhh.

 :popcornsoda: :happy2:


You are so funneh !!!!!!   :indifferent:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on August 05, 2015, 04:55:04 pm
My stage 1 GTI with full suspension upgrades was great fun, no need for stage 2. Although I wonder what it would of been like with another few horsepower through the wheels...
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 05, 2015, 06:57:49 pm

I used to enjoy mine on the stock map setting at times.  So I could try and appreciate the chassis rather than holding on for my life lol
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 05, 2015, 08:23:07 pm
Holding on for dear life is fun :-)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: chrisr763 on August 05, 2015, 09:18:16 pm
Holding on for dear life is fun :-)

Yeah it is!  :driver:  :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: wigit on August 05, 2015, 09:58:34 pm
B16 PSS 10 = win  :happy2:

Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 26, 2015, 12:58:00 pm
Bought one of these...

(https://www.blackvue.eu/images/dr650gw_hd/DR650GW-2CH-FRONT-(5).jpg)

Decent 1080 quality. Still need to faff about with the settings on it.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FDashCam%2FScreen%2520Shot%25202015-08-26%2520at%252012.58.28.png&hash=fb1d704630dbab5a07acabea18eb23867d929de4)

It works great... just need to hardwire it in to my car... just waiting on some add-circuit fuse things.

Rich
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Jaywoo-GTI on August 26, 2015, 03:57:36 pm
@rich83 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=709) What about something like the link below?
http://www.banggood.com/OBD2-16-pin-Plug-Male-To-Mini-And-Mirco-USB-Smart-Charging-Cable-For-Car-GPS-DVR-Android-Phone-p-993183.html
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 26, 2015, 04:22:26 pm
Got a smart power box to use. Fuse plugs coming tomorrow.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 27, 2015, 07:43:57 pm
All sorted... I think!!!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FDashCam%2FPhoto%252027-08-2015%25207%252005%252020%2520pm.jpg&hash=ab6c9043e9e32cdf93e80d07da56dcf12974b425)

Bit messy in here. Might tidy it up and remove a lot of excess wire on the power cable for the unit its self... will see how it goes.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FDashCam%2FPhoto%252027-08-2015%25207%252005%252004%2520pm.jpg&hash=a7df31191652e85f4320471b780e001f26c91a65)

Control box in the cubby hole.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FDashCam%2FPhoto%252027-08-2015%25207%252004%252030%2520pm.jpg&hash=7fef4ab1e9c84eaf8d8fac36f98952abaac569dd)

Rich
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Gaz on August 27, 2015, 10:26:50 pm
What does the control box control? Ive got the same camera but no control box, mine is older though..


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Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dazza on August 27, 2015, 11:07:24 pm
Its a low voltage cutout. I bought a standard one from maplins so i can record when parked and not drain the battery.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 27, 2015, 11:18:13 pm
As above
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 28, 2015, 01:37:43 pm

Where did you get it Rich?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on August 28, 2015, 01:56:24 pm
http://www.blackvue.co.uk

My car started this morning, so the power thing must be working ok
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: RICKITSRPERFORMANCE on October 23, 2015, 12:21:57 pm
hi rich could you pm me please
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 25, 2015, 06:03:04 pm
Managed to boil my brake fluid on friday. Chasing a Impreza... who then tried to tell me his car was 220bhp..... yeeeaaaahhh OK!!!  :driver:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: AJP on October 25, 2015, 07:41:31 pm
Managed to boil my brake fluid on friday. Chasing a Impreza... who then tried to tell me his car was 220bhp..... yeeeaaaahhh OK!!!  :driver:
He was probably playing it safe saying that in anticipation of being told yours was standard.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Shoduchi on October 25, 2015, 07:54:52 pm
Managed to boil my brake fluid on friday. Chasing a Impreza... who then tried to tell me his car was 220bhp..... yeeeaaaahhh OK!!!  :driver:
Must have been an epic chase...  :surprised:

Your brakes are awesome. :drool:

Fitting cold air ducts next? :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 25, 2015, 08:04:38 pm
I think it was the fluid I cooked, so ducts wont do much.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 25, 2015, 08:07:23 pm
As you can hear.....  :signLOL:

Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Shoduchi on October 25, 2015, 08:07:37 pm
I think it was the fluid I cooked, so ducts wont do much.
What else can you do, apart from not braking too much for too much time? :confused:

I thought the oil would boil from the heat of the friction between discs and pads. Cooling the discs should help the pads and calipers not getting so hot, no? :confused:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 25, 2015, 08:24:48 pm
True... I think I will start with fluid and take it from there.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dansmith180 on October 26, 2015, 02:09:11 am
You know you've been driving it properly when you break something  :laugh:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: RICKITSRPERFORMANCE on October 26, 2015, 08:41:01 am
tried replying to you but it says blocked rich
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 26, 2015, 10:35:48 am
tried replying to you but it says blocked rich

Yeah I blocked my PMs. What's the matter. If it's to do with the fours then you will need to speak with Alex

Rich
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 26, 2015, 06:00:52 pm
Intake valves cleaned today.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FIMG_6069.jpg&hash=19565888e5a24d61807b6b4a98c72efe74903ff7)

and the pile of carbon sh*te that came off the flaps...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FIMG_6072.jpg&hash=835dced10013c549ebf080fd4c5cf97f3097effd)

Before

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FIMG_6070.jpg&hash=7657a1cbdb0893ef898035b92d76cb50acb858fd)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FIMG_6071.jpg&hash=8fa2a1484db8583bba2e141179da55a1d3faab01)

After

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FIMG_6073.jpg&hash=30f4eee2aba390d2445d47f19c4903569d5f7f17)

Will give it a few days before assessing whether its made any difference or not.

Rich
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Beej on October 26, 2015, 07:11:52 pm
I'm pretty sure mine needs cleaned out, but I just can't find the time, and I know that if I put it in to a garage to get down, it's a cert it'll not get done correctly/fully
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: white91 on October 26, 2015, 07:27:46 pm
Very interested to know if it makes much difference as mine has done 135k!


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Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: v4rley on October 26, 2015, 07:52:41 pm
Nice job! You doing RFD whilst in there? How long did it take you?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 26, 2015, 08:22:22 pm
I didnt do it. AKS did it. I didnt fancy this diy, even alex says its a ball ache. Id say you need to set aside a whole day if youve not done it before.

No RFD kit, I couldnt get one in time and REVO map doesnt really support the flaps being removed.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on October 26, 2015, 10:59:09 pm
I'd imagine you'll see a smoother power delivery after cleaning the inlet valves out and perhaps a slight increase in economy. Looks like one of those easy gains jobs... I say easy... :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 26, 2015, 11:01:59 pm
Easy when your watching someone else struggle  :signLOL:

Economy? We will see, if I my long term average goes up from 22mpg to 25mpg I'll be happy  :driver:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on October 27, 2015, 08:56:27 am
22mpg? I don't think you drive it as reserved as we like to jest about if you're hitting that economy. I can hit about 28-30mpg so far in my Golf R and that has a lot more weight than your ED30! Looks like your brakes were a sensible upgrade after all... :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on October 27, 2015, 11:05:13 am
Economy? We will see, if I my long term average goes up from 22mpg to 25mpg I'll be happy  :driver:


 :surprised:


R32 economy with none of the benefits.  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Shoduchi on October 27, 2015, 11:16:25 am
Economy? We will see, if I my long term average goes up from 22mpg to 25mpg I'll be happy  :driver:

 :surprised:

R32 economy with none of the benefits.  :popcornsoda:
A R32 doesn't drive as fast as his Ed. 30 stage 2.  :driver:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 27, 2015, 11:23:16 am
Yeah.... what he said!  :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 27, 2015, 11:26:28 am
And just so you dont think I am billy bullsh*tting you...


Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dansmith180 on October 27, 2015, 12:36:10 pm
Has your car been running since last night when you made that post to get your MPG down?  :laugh:  :booty:

Yeah agree about the R32-GTI thing, obviously its opinion but I have a 293bhp de-cat mk5 R32 in the house so have gone back to back between that and mine a few times and as nice as the noise is even my low on power stage 1 K03 GTI was more fun to drive. Once its back with the hybrid turbo on though there will be no competition  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 27, 2015, 12:39:00 pm
Nope... no bumping up the figures.  :innocent:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dansmith180 on October 27, 2015, 12:44:24 pm
Nope... no bumping up the figures.  :innocent:

Good man, that's about what mine is so requires being used properly. How much did Alex charge for the cleaning if you don't mind me asking?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 27, 2015, 12:49:41 pm
PM'd
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dansmith180 on October 27, 2015, 12:56:07 pm
PM'd

Won't let me reply

Was just gunna say thanks though  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 27, 2015, 01:12:47 pm
No probs.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 27, 2015, 04:17:21 pm
To early to jump to a conclusion.... will be running it every day this week so will see how it feels. It seems "happier" though.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on October 27, 2015, 04:24:30 pm
It will be interesting to see (will reset the trims tomorrow)... but I don't hold out much hope for improved MPG.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 15, 2015, 06:19:28 pm
Finally.... caught up with OEM BT!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FOEMBT%2FPhoto%252013-11-2015%252C%25201%252035%252025%2520p.m..jpg&hash=29bafccf9dc28f59d608268bd6a7a78f01cabb8f)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FOEMBT%2FPhoto%252013-11-2015%252C%25202%252023%252040%2520p.m..jpg&hash=e65ba8c3cfcca8132500aab780d3819be4b66eeb)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FOEMBT%2FPhoto%252013-11-2015%252C%25202%252036%252016%2520p.m..jpg&hash=954257b70cc1744a054507cbe89285d25b484529)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FOEMBT%2FPhoto%252013-11-2015%252C%25202%252041%252028%2520p.m..jpg&hash=0a45fd82939d72469b114322d2671137c833b213)

Cost me 100quid all in for the Module and the Cable.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Shoduchi on November 15, 2015, 06:59:25 pm
Good upgrade! You can also get the foam and the Skoda foam cover. :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2015, 12:04:38 am
Yes that is on the todo list. Managed to get the phone stuff on myFIS thru the polar FIS box. 21st century at last  :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Shoduchi on November 16, 2015, 12:51:12 am
Yes that is on the todo list. Managed to get the phone stuff on myFIS thru the polar FIS box. 21st century at last  :signLOL:
Yeah, much nicer to be able to control the BT with the help of the FIS. :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: DANBOY66 on November 16, 2015, 05:52:48 am
done well for £100

polar really makes it all come together  :wink:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 16, 2015, 08:16:05 am
Sure does.  :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Bignod00 on November 17, 2015, 07:17:45 pm
Good Evening Rich,

Great work with the latest updates!! :congrats:

I'm just after a little advice if possible?

I've got OEM BT in my car, highline display, Polar FIS and also an aftermarket RNS-510 but cannot get the RNS to display anything to do with my BT or play music through it etc.

The BT does still work with the phone and highline etc but will not communicate with the RNS.

Sorry for the long/rambling post but I was just after any advice as to how to get everything working together?

Thanks in advance! :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on November 18, 2015, 12:38:02 am
Did you use vcds to enable it in the installation menu?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Hedge on November 18, 2015, 11:43:01 am
@Bignod00 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=2840)  Which BT variant? In fairness probably a better question for Eddie and the like in the relevant section.  :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Bignod00 on November 18, 2015, 03:47:05 pm
Did you use vcds to enable it in the installation menu?

Yes I did buddy, all relevant VCDS actions have been tried/applied. I gave up trying about six months ago but seeing your post has made me really want it sorted out again. Sorry for spamming your RR matey, as mentioned below I'll try one of the VCDS types gurus in another section. :ashamed:

@Bignod00 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=2840)  Which BT variant? In fairness probably a better question for Eddie and the like in the relevant section.  :smiley:

Hi Hedge, my BT module is the one that came with the car, I think its version number is 5P0 862 335 B.

Maybe it's just an old/basic unit that doesn't have the functionality.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Damirz on November 18, 2015, 09:31:20 pm
This is stunning!  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on December 28, 2015, 06:59:12 pm
Booked in end of Jan. New steering rack and Tyrol dead set subframe kit.

Also got some yoko ad08R tyres coming which will be going on the front.  :driver:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 09, 2016, 09:09:35 pm
Picked up some new tyres... gonna get a couple more in Feb

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FAD08R.jpg&hash=b704a3d96a5ee923d9cad3e72afe1dde190a032a)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on January 09, 2016, 09:24:39 pm
When am I fitting them :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 09, 2016, 09:25:48 pm
Bit of a drive mate.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Mitch H on January 09, 2016, 10:45:31 pm
Be interesting to see what you think to the new rubber! I'm gunna go for supersports or some semi slicks for summer this year :D
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Orc on January 10, 2016, 12:16:30 pm
You used these before Rich?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rdfcpete on January 10, 2016, 12:24:59 pm
How do you anticipate they'll be on a stage 2 Edition 30 in the wet Rich, the same as most other top end tyres or are they one of these 'super performer in the dry, but be ginger on the throttle in the wet' tyres?  :innocent: :scared:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 10, 2016, 12:37:54 pm
Not used them before, but know folk who have and rated them.

I am expecting them to be a bit worse in the wet but better in the dry. I love trying new tyres out and as these worked out at 180 for the pair I am willing to take on for the team and try them out. Im gonna get 2 more in feb... probably get my wheels refurbed in a darker colour too....
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: AJP on January 10, 2016, 12:53:43 pm
Not used them before, but know folk who have and rated them.

I am expecting them to be a bit worse in the wet but better in the dry. I love trying new tyres out and as these worked out at 180 for the pair I am willing to take on for the team and try them out. Im gonna get 2 more in feb... probably get my wheels refurbed in a darker colour too....
On a related note Rich, how do you find the Supersports now the temps are dropping, in the dry?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on January 10, 2016, 01:40:01 pm
Bit of a drive mate.  :signLOL:

we do bed and breakfast :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 10, 2016, 03:47:42 pm
Not used them before, but know folk who have and rated them.

I am expecting them to be a bit worse in the wet but better in the dry. I love trying new tyres out and as these worked out at 180 for the pair I am willing to take on for the team and try them out. Im gonna get 2 more in feb... probably get my wheels refurbed in a darker colour too....
On a related note Rich, how do you find the Supersports now the temps are dropping, in the dry?

hard to be objective as my fronts are on the limit. But they are not great, but I dont think any worse than any other performance tyre. Ive never lost traction in a bend in the wet though.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: AJP on January 10, 2016, 03:53:17 pm
Not used them before, but know folk who have and rated them.

I am expecting them to be a bit worse in the wet but better in the dry. I love trying new tyres out and as these worked out at 180 for the pair I am willing to take on for the team and try them out. Im gonna get 2 more in feb... probably get my wheels refurbed in a darker colour too....
On a related note Rich, how do you find the Supersports now the temps are dropping, in the dry?

hard to be objective as my fronts are on the limit. But they are not great, but I dont think any worse than any other performance tyre. Ive never lost traction in a bend in the wet though.
Yep, pretty much what I've found. Good laterally in all conditions, but not so good at coping with full boost in lower gears in a straight line if it's cold, even in the dry.

I'm hoping an anti-lift kit cures this as much as the good reviews suggest!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 10, 2016, 03:57:00 pm
Hmmm.. don't count on it.  :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Shoduchi on January 10, 2016, 04:07:28 pm
I'm hoping an anti-lift kit cures this as much as the good reviews suggest!
It will reduce the wheel hop but not cure. :happy2: You'll have better front axle traction on corners. It's a must have upgrade really for any mk5/mk6 Golf.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: AJP on January 10, 2016, 06:13:16 pm
I'm hoping an anti-lift kit cures this as much as the good reviews suggest!
It will reduce the wheel hop but not cure. :happy2: You'll have better front axle traction on corners. It's a must have upgrade really for any mk5/mk6 Golf.
Any reduction is welcome!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Shoduchi on January 10, 2016, 06:29:36 pm
I put Ferodo DS2500 in my R32 rear brakes. So far they're doing well. Just 1000 km... :laugh:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 10, 2016, 06:30:41 pm
Yeah those are an option. might just stick with the Brembo HP2000 as that what I have now
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Shoduchi on January 10, 2016, 06:44:03 pm
Yeah, those should be equivalent AFAIK and are street legal.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 11, 2016, 11:56:19 am
Tyres went on the rear. Came out of wheels in motion and went sideways around the first roundabout.  :signLOL:

I checked the pressures once I got home and there were nearly at 40PSI  :scared: so i dropped them down to 32PSI as per yokohama guidelines when hot.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FAD08R%2520on.jpg&hash=603c8509adbff4990308a5e3ae7fab39951836ed)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on January 11, 2016, 12:18:50 pm
Considered using R32 rear calipers with Audi A8 carriers and 330mm rear discs? You use the stock R32 sized pads...
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 11, 2016, 12:19:41 pm
286mm... OEM rear.  I like small rears :innocent:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: th3_f15t on January 11, 2016, 03:38:18 pm
I like bigger rears, they make for a comfier ride.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on January 11, 2016, 05:58:47 pm
Considered using R32 rear calipers with Audi A8 carriers and 330mm rear discs? You use the stock R32 sized pads...

ooooooooooooooooh

What model of Audi A8?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 11, 2016, 06:08:54 pm
AFAIK you need new hubs too for those
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 11, 2016, 06:20:33 pm
I bought the M-tec J hook rears.  :smiley:

Actual ones...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mtecbrakes.com%2Fmedia%2Fcatalog%2Fproduct%2Fcache%2F1%2Fimage%2F1200x%2F040ec09b1e35df139433887a97daa66f%2Fs%2Fo%2Fsolid_chook_website_10_4.jpg&hash=552d6abbd3d82cc099e8687fc73c370818613f19)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 25, 2016, 07:02:42 pm
Well that was fun.

Came back off holiday this morning, and needed to use my car this afternoon. Dead... remote unlock wouldn't work so got in with the key. No sign of life, nada.

Jump start it. All ok. Except the radio and Polar FIS dont work. No comms with VCDS either.

Fuse for the radio had blown somehow.

All sorted now.  :smiley:

I need to keep an eye on it.... Ive left it before for 3 weeks and its started first time.  :confused:


I also got a refund for the Mtec discs. I read a few bad things about them so gonna stick OEM discs and upgraded pads on the rear
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dazza on January 25, 2016, 07:10:56 pm
Hope you had a good holiday.

Could be the bluetooth isn't that newish??
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 25, 2016, 07:12:57 pm
Yeah ish... or something to do with the dashcam. Need to double check all the settings on the smart power box.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on January 25, 2016, 07:37:14 pm
Hope yous had a good holiday,least it's wammer in the UK :signLOL:
Prob battery drain is the camera
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dazza on January 25, 2016, 07:47:22 pm
Yeah ish... or something to do with the dashcam. Need to double check all the settings on the smart power box.
I forgot about the cam. My low voltage cutoff is draining the battery (down to the set level) even when the camera is off. The varta battery is giving a much better crank though.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Andy on January 25, 2016, 07:49:21 pm
My battery goes flat as I don't drive it enough :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on January 25, 2016, 09:51:32 pm
Welcome back m9
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on January 30, 2016, 07:55:49 pm
Couple of things today. New (well, 2nd new) steering rack fitted. Tyrol Deadset kit fitted too.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FTyrol%2520Deadset%2FIMG_7010.jpg&hash=571fdec6ec1d60b86d31b0ecb39537f4e3347898)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FTyrol%2520Deadset%2FIMG_7011.jpg&hash=6a835268f65c8dd56e83cb97558e6cbd3046061f)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FTyrol%2520Deadset%2FIMG_7013.jpg&hash=f767b7d8dea953f48b15cce9c4eadd6b9c14b3d2)

Front tyres are absolutely goosed.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FTyrol%2520Deadset%2FIMG_7014.jpg&hash=2aa009b7cbec0df47fab162bac518b104906fc01)

New fronts coming soon.


Rich
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: KieranM on January 31, 2016, 03:25:16 pm
What was wrong with the MTEC discs?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 05, 2016, 11:02:07 pm
What was wrong with the MTEC discs?

Nothing, I  never got as far as having them in my hands. I read a few duff reviews and instead of spunking money into something that might be a poor part I am just going to stick to OEM plain discs.

In other news... the tyrol deadset kit seems to have fixed the clicking/knocking noise up front.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: mdmay on February 05, 2016, 11:03:10 pm
Thats something I need to invest next.

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Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 05, 2016, 11:21:57 pm

Hope the Tyrol sport has a positive effect on mine too!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 05, 2016, 11:33:26 pm
Mike... have you got your most recent wheel alignment print out? If so can you post it up.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 09, 2016, 02:43:35 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FAD08R%2520front%25201.jpg&hash=437b589869a8c580838c623d7e1151a26c813b45)

Lovely....  :love:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on February 09, 2016, 06:27:44 pm
Yay.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Mitch H on February 09, 2016, 07:05:46 pm
T888? What you think?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on February 09, 2016, 07:18:49 pm
Nah... Yoko AD08R. Only had the fronts put on today. First impressions are that they will be epic once scrubbed in. They seem nice and quiet, no drone like you get on some of the more 'track focused' tyres.

Plus.. they were 90quid each, which kind of takes some beating really.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 08, 2016, 03:49:26 pm
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/121239906572?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&var=420214877642&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Titanium HPFP bolts.... + 10bhp easy!  :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 11, 2016, 03:17:30 pm
For my own info....

chain -      part no. 06D109229B got
tensioner - part no. 06F109217A got
gasket -    part no. 06D103121B got
seal -        part no. 06E127248  dont need
gasket -     part no. 06F103483D need
Adjuster Bolt - part no. 06D109281D got
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on March 11, 2016, 05:20:47 pm

That should be in the notepad section :p
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 11, 2016, 05:42:41 pm

That should be in the notepad section :p

Wheres that?  :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: xjay1337 on March 11, 2016, 07:30:18 pm

That should be in the notepad section :p

Wheres that?  :signLOL:

you should know

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=logout;f35097b60=1b38d99b6e6372d57e61e221978e255c
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 11, 2016, 09:03:05 pm
Nice try  :slap:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Chris C on March 19, 2016, 06:28:38 pm
Saw you going up the dual carriageway towards tesco the other day, golf sounded lovely  :wink:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 19, 2016, 10:52:24 pm
Saw you going up the dual carriageway towards tesco the other day, golf sounded lovely  :wink:

Usually on full chat up the hill  :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 29, 2016, 08:56:15 pm
For my own info....

chain -      part no. 06D109229B got
tensioner - part no. 06F109217A got
gasket -    part no. 06D103121B got
seal -        part no. 06E127248  dont need
gasket -     part no. 06F103483D need
Adjuster Bolt - part no. 06D109281D got


More to get.... might as well just renew all the bolts too whilst Im there.

End cover bolts N 10124308 x 7
Cam cover bots 06B103831J x14
Tensioner bolts N 10196303 x 3

Rear PCV clamp


Hopefully got the OEM tools coming soon thanks to  Dave @sere
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: doylebros on March 29, 2016, 09:07:42 pm
For my own info....

chain -      part no. 06D109229B got
tensioner - part no. 06F109217A got
gasket -    part no. 06D103121B got
seal -        part no. 06E127248  dont need
gasket -     part no. 06F103483D need
Adjuster Bolt - part no. 06D109281D got


More to get.... might as well just renew all the bolts too whilst Im there.

End cover bolts N 10124308 x 7
Cam cover bots 06B103831J x14
Tensioner bolts N 10196303 x 3

Rear PCV clamp


Hopefully got the OEM tools coming soon thanks Dave @sere

Long reach T30 will be handy as one chain cover bolt is tricky.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 29, 2016, 09:09:06 pm
Will a screwdriver type do it or a 1/4" extension ratchet?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: doylebros on March 29, 2016, 09:11:31 pm
Will a screwdriver type do it or a 1/4" extension ratchet?

If you want an easy life 1/4 drive bit set - Pesky got one cheap.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 29, 2016, 11:17:16 pm
Ill get one. I dont have one so might as well.  :happy2:

@Peskyjones (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=11854)  which 1/4" set did you buy?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Pesky jones on March 30, 2016, 12:08:53 am
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00HVD0A40/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1459292739&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=Blue+Spot+01514+Extra+Long+Torx... (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00HVD0A40/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1459292739&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=Blue+Spot+01514+Extra+Long+Torx...)

Although ive only used the t30 once but it worked ok :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 30, 2016, 12:16:39 am
 :happy2: ordered.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 30, 2016, 05:14:45 pm
Well.... looks like I wont be using new cam cover bolts. 60 odd quid for a set of 14...  :slap:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on March 30, 2016, 09:53:47 pm
Bought too many tools.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/311014673257?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

http://www.halfords.com/workshop-tools/tools/socket-sets/halfords-advanced-professional-36-piece-socket-set-1-4

Also bought the long torx bits but probably dont need them.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Blue-Spot-01514-Socket-Pieces/dp/B00HVD0A40/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1459371118&sr=8-1&keywords=Blue+Spot+01514


Low range torque wrench for all the small bolts and cam adjuster torque

http://www.screwfix.com/p/teng-tools-drive-torque-wrench/44700
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Pesky jones on March 30, 2016, 10:37:33 pm
I think 600mm breaker is the right length for this in regard to leverage and stiffness  :happy2: Definitely prepared
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dazza on March 30, 2016, 11:30:18 pm
I had the same breaker bar it broke.

Upgraded to this one, think its a little better wanted a snap on but had to resist.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Draper-Expert-33596-600mm-Handle/dp/B0001K9SRU?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

I would probably try my medium snap on bar first. That sealey bar flexes a lot. There is one for sale on ebay at a good price if anyone is interested.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/blue-point-1-2-DRIVE-BREAKER-BAR-15-LONG-NEW-as-sold-by-snap-on-/121940546347?hash=item1c6439132b:g:uOAAAOSwwbdWMmxN
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Vithu06 on March 30, 2016, 11:32:02 pm
Great car :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 01, 2016, 02:52:57 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FCam%2520tensioner%2FIMG_7302.jpg&hash=14faea872c6e4730ae05cad9062f61299dee551b)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FCam%2520tensioner%2FIMG_7301.jpg&hash=7f1383189771f59dbf981f3d4793111a8647219b)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FCam%2520tensioner%2FIMG_7300.jpg&hash=251554e817169338111a328d3618553871bcfb76)

I think thats all the parts I need, unless I break something. Just waiting on the last few tools.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Pesky jones on April 01, 2016, 04:28:54 pm
Have you got the crimper tool Rich?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 01, 2016, 04:39:12 pm
No... gonna play "fingers crossed" with some end cutters.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Pesky jones on April 01, 2016, 04:45:03 pm
I do so if you wanted to come Stansted you could borrow it, sure end cutters will work
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 01, 2016, 04:53:27 pm
Will let you know. I could just whack on a jubilee clip but want it to look OEM and do it correctly if possible.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 07, 2016, 09:42:07 pm
Got an OEM coilpack tool.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FIMG_7373.jpg&hash=d937ec486f721db47fe88a920b346c144ee9ee5a)

Got to get myself an oil filter then its all go next week when I do my cam chain.

 :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 07, 2016, 09:46:12 pm
I also got a new heatshield as my evoms one is cracking.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FIMG_7376.jpg&hash=8cdbbe375bfb1cdd9aecd76c49e279d597b62cd2)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Shoduchi on April 07, 2016, 09:52:04 pm
Nice, I'm ordering one (T40039) from a Chinese ebay store. :happy2:

Make sure your new heatshield doesn't rub anything, I bought one like that but my mechanic cut it a bit to avoid rubbing the firewall and one wire.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 07, 2016, 09:53:21 pm
 :happy2: Great to have the proper tools.  :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: dazza on April 07, 2016, 10:38:53 pm
Got an OEM coilpack tool.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FIMG_7373.jpg&hash=d937ec486f721db47fe88a920b346c144ee9ee5a)

Got to get myself an oil filter then its all go next week when I do my cam chain.

 :smiley:
:drool: how much was that?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 07, 2016, 10:47:53 pm
17quid... probably over double that from the dealer
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRSAlex on April 09, 2016, 02:25:34 pm
I also got a new heatshield as my evoms one is cracking.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FIMG_7376.jpg&hash=8cdbbe375bfb1cdd9aecd76c49e279d597b62cd2)

That one will do the same.  RTech one seems to be the only shield that holds up so far.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 09, 2016, 05:01:12 pm
Maybe. But this was 12 quid.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: vRSAlex on April 09, 2016, 11:04:37 pm
Maybe. But this was 12 quid.

'cracking' price then ;)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 09, 2016, 11:07:50 pm

Boom tish. lol

How much are the Rtech ones?  Wonder if they come with a mapping session? :P
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 10, 2016, 01:32:45 am
Puntastic


I think the rtech ones are 40ish
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2016, 06:47:44 pm
Timing Chain and Tensioner and oil change done today. @xjay1337 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7542) came around and gave me a hand.

Started at about 9ish and finished about 5:30.

Few little mishaps along the way, such as me driving my car of the ramps.  :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: doylebros on April 13, 2016, 07:14:45 pm
Pleased you had a productive and memorable day rolled into one - that's the secret in my opinion  :happy2:

Looking forward to reading your illustrated how to of the job.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on April 13, 2016, 07:29:34 pm
Nice one chaps.

I'm a qualified mechanical engineer and send my car to Alex.  :ashamed: haha
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: dazza on April 13, 2016, 07:46:30 pm
Well done!

Any video of the car going off the ramp?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2016, 07:48:59 pm
Probably... will have to go thru my CCTV cam. (just looking)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: xjay1337 on April 14, 2016, 09:53:33 am
I have the link but my bald patch is horrific.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: Pesky jones on April 14, 2016, 09:56:15 am
I have the link but my bald patch is horrific.

Ah c'mon. We wont look promise
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: Hedge on April 14, 2016, 10:12:03 am
Few little mishaps along the way, such as me driving my car of the ramps.  :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL: :signLOL:


 :notworthy:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: dazza on April 14, 2016, 10:18:11 am
xjay next time get rich to put his foot on the ramp and you drive it up.  :scared:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: rich83 on May 06, 2016, 08:36:25 am
MOT passed yesterday. It took them a long time to get it to pass the emissions test, I think the cat was too cold. I usually give it a reaming on the way to the mot but couldn't this time.

No advisories.  :love:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: rich83 on May 13, 2016, 11:27:24 pm
Picked up some things for my rear brake refresh. Just need some pads and fluid.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FRear%2520Brakes%2F13177144_10153377491585882_4302346656956612635_n.jpg&hash=b1f47d4b89b9732f774225219677c56558dada04)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: rich83 on May 14, 2016, 12:24:03 pm
OEM pads and brake fluid. I couldn't make my mind up on aftermarket fluid so stuck with stuff that I know will work

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FRear%2520Brakes%2F13227151_10153378361035882_3563531593773386883_n.jpg&hash=0cea6692b4e88b07d8a9e363e80ab9b19496797e)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: Shoduchi on May 14, 2016, 01:10:15 pm
Next time think about ATE SL.6 DOT4. I quite like it and can't fault it after doing a track day. It's cheap too.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: rich83 on May 14, 2016, 01:17:37 pm
Will do.  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: RBS on May 15, 2016, 09:06:24 am
Great updates!  :happy2:
Love to read your work in progres!
 :drinking:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: xjay1337 on May 16, 2016, 09:16:46 am
Rich remember I sent you a chart of brake fluid wet and fresh boiling points...use that...I think it was Motul 300v....?

Don't forget your wind up tool.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: rich83 on May 16, 2016, 01:18:02 pm
Just went for OEM In the end jay....  300v is oil  :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: Beej on May 16, 2016, 01:50:40 pm
Picked up some things for my rear brake refresh. Just need some pads and fluid.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FRear%2520Brakes%2F13177144_10153377491585882_4302346656956612635_n.jpg&hash=b1f47d4b89b9732f774225219677c56558dada04)
Is that the genuine vw triple square m14 bit you have there??
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: rich83 on May 16, 2016, 02:00:24 pm
Yes it is.  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: Beej on May 16, 2016, 05:27:52 pm
I done mine at the weekend, but the drivers side needs to come back off again for me to swap out the dud caliper, does the vw tool make it easier than using my sort of large and deep triple square?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: rich83 on May 17, 2016, 07:22:02 pm
No idea.  :signLOL:

Rear disc barrels painted in high temp paint.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FRear%2520Brakes%2FIMG_7645.jpg&hash=13c5ac4e3acc421782064893b7286398847cd510)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: Shoduchi on May 17, 2016, 07:43:47 pm
They look very nice! :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: dansmith180 on May 17, 2016, 08:11:07 pm
Always a nice touch to stop them going bloddy orange. You should do the face of the disc as well so it matches  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: rich83 on May 17, 2016, 09:01:26 pm
Always a nice touch to stop them going bloddy orange. You should do the face of the disc as well so it matches  :happy2:

 :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: xjay1337 on May 18, 2016, 08:40:33 pm
Cheap bugger not buying discs black already..  :pomppomp:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Cam Chain Done!
Post by: rich83 on May 18, 2016, 09:00:22 pm
Discs were cheeeeeeeap mate  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: rich83 on May 20, 2016, 12:22:56 pm
A bit of progress.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FRear%2520Brakes%2FIMG_7658.jpg&hash=96be736c16fec8ba8eac50ad8e22d4827fc8c5ad)

Pads were f*cked.... not good. Brembo HP Sport
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FRear%2520Brakes%2FIMG_7659.jpg&hash=325002db5bb63c3b56a38b963166281d1ca00e0e)

Not much room to get the wrench in (yes I know you shouldnt use a torque wrench to undo bolts)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FRear%2520Brakes%2FIMG_7660.jpg&hash=4f80293c430dbefce87e2a34b44c6f519fe1a56c)


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FRear%2520Brakes%2FIMG_7661.jpg&hash=e8fbf4b0d99e68d27b8872a89d9df833560aa100)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FRear%2520Brakes%2FIMG_7662.jpg&hash=fd4ed079770f51e72af89727847abba0f7ea2010)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FRear%2520Brakes%2FIMG_7663.jpg&hash=7435dc3f5ed5e01939799c337390b52cab2fafb8)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FRear%2520Brakes%2FIMG_7665.jpg&hash=011be77ca66e92c52bb62c68f0f020f7735c8093)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FRear%2520Brakes%2FIMG_7666.jpg&hash=05a427a6037084ce8a71ab37711ab1e89cf0fdd8)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FRear%2520Brakes%2FIMG_7664.jpg&hash=afc2a8230ce6626076df8e0f718a09eecae271ca)

Just go the change the brake fluid and bleed them properly.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: rich83 on May 20, 2016, 12:24:58 pm
I intended to buy some new calipers and carriers soon and change them over as these are very very tatty.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: rich83 on May 20, 2016, 03:26:00 pm
Fluid out of the reservoir
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FRear%2520Brakes%2FIMG_7670.jpg&hash=5f1c1689fc7ce949e5dc34dc50745d5d733df945)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FRear%2520Brakes%2FIMG_7675.jpg&hash=7ab27d6d09fdab1a697354ad2a4c10853a90bb00)


Went for a little drive. The brake pedal does seem a bit firmer than before, which has given them a nicer "bite"

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FRear%2520Brakes%2FIMG_7676.jpg&hash=2fd787011fb3ab5d73d22127d156307739fe9167)

Pads sweep the entire surface of the 282mm discs, so no lip will form.


Happy!  :jumpmove:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: doylebros on May 20, 2016, 07:53:04 pm
That fluid is very dark for a vehicle which gets such TLC Rich, how long since its been changed and are you removing the pre filter on the reservoir?
You never said how you found your new pressure bleeder?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: rich83 on May 20, 2016, 08:06:27 pm
Oddly... the fluid in the reservoir was filthy (as per the picture), but the stuff coming out of the calipers was fairly clean, just slightly darker than fresh OEM and a bit cloudy, looked a bit like olive oil.

I think it was changed 2 years ago when I had the brembos fitted. I did cook the fluid last year though.

I pulled 250ml out of each side of each brembo ( so 500ml per caliper) and about 300ml out of each rear. Probably far to much but at least I know its all fresh now.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: th3_f15t on May 20, 2016, 09:24:40 pm
I'm sure I've read somewhere that it's about 200ml per calipers on stock calipers so that's actually about right for bleeding. I pulled about the same amount through when I did mine, wanted to make sure I had absolutely no left over old fluid.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: doylebros on May 20, 2016, 09:26:52 pm
I'm sure I've read somewhere that it's about 200ml per calipers on stock calipers so that's actually about right for bleeding. I pulled about the same amount through when I did mine, wanted to make sure I had absolutely no left over old fluid.

200 ml fronts

400 ml rears
Is the quoted values in the VW blurb
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: rich83 on May 20, 2016, 09:31:18 pm
Cool. Looks like I did about right then. I plan to change the rear calipers soon anyway so might end up having to re-bleed them anyway.

The rear bleed screws are a complete twat to get too. Why make them so awkward?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: doylebros on May 20, 2016, 09:35:11 pm
If your is a manual did you do the clutch - 100ml?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: th3_f15t on May 20, 2016, 09:39:13 pm
Good shout about the clutch! Also, do you still bleed the MC on these cars like older ones?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: dazza on May 20, 2016, 09:42:52 pm
That fluid is very dark for a vehicle which gets such TLC Rich
:ashamed: Ive seen worse.. but this was the beater.
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fimages%2F20150819_135114_resized.jpg&hash=8a2d841555aeb065d2c50fa55e4b3008fdb3e780)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: rich83 on May 20, 2016, 09:43:56 pm
If your is a manual did you do the clutch - 100ml?

DSG.

Not sure about bleeding the MC. Not heard of that before.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: doylebros on May 20, 2016, 09:46:17 pm
If your is a manual did you do the clutch - 100ml?

DSG.

Not sure about bleeding the MC. Not heard of that before.

Never bother bleeding MC unless it's a replacement.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: doylebros on May 20, 2016, 09:52:25 pm
That fluid is very dark for a vehicle which gets such TLC Rich
:ashamed: Ive seen worse.. but this was the beater.
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fimages%2F20150819_135114_resized.jpg&hash=8a2d841555aeb065d2c50fa55e4b3008fdb3e780)

Ah but the beater is minus TLC Dazza so that colour is perfect for the neglected chart!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: th3_f15t on May 20, 2016, 09:59:55 pm
Least it had actual brake fluid I suppose...
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: dazza on May 20, 2016, 10:40:41 pm

Ah but the beater is minus TLC Dazza so that colour is perfect for the neglected chart!
She just keeps going, passed the mot today :). The judder is coming back though :(
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: rich83 on July 17, 2016, 11:40:53 am
Booked my car in for some paint in august.

I noticed that one of my wings is f*cked... the paint has completely popped off.

So its in for both wings respraying and rolling and a dent in the rear quarter sorted out where some kind **** threw a stone at my car. Also a full machine polish to get it looking a little younger than its 9 years.

In other news.... very very quickly approaching 100,000 miles
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: th3_f15t on July 17, 2016, 01:42:59 pm
In other news.... very very quickly approaching 100,000 miles

Not sure if modern VW engines are the same, but I'm pretty sure the official line from VW regarding the old 1.8 8v and 16v engines was that the bottom end wasn't fully worn in till about 80,000 miles, but if it does apply then it means your engine has only just begun using it's full potential. :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: AJP on July 17, 2016, 03:16:27 pm
In other news.... very very quickly approaching 100,000 miles

Not sure if modern VW engines are the same, but I'm pretty sure the official line from VW regarding the old 1.8 8v and 16v engines was that the bottom end wasn't fully worn in till about 80,000 miles, but if it does apply then it means your engine has only just begun using it's full potential. :happy2:
I admire your positive outlook.

Think I'll have replaced the lot by 100k at this rate, bar the head and block.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: rich83 on July 25, 2016, 05:32:07 pm
Purchased some Caddy rear brake calipers to replace mine, as the paint on mine is totally shot and these offer a small upgrade in piston size. Ill give them a lick of red hammerite or something.  :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: Dan648v on July 25, 2016, 06:00:19 pm
Think that's what I'll replace mine with if mine ever go go dodgy! Would go s3 310mm but people want silly money for them now
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: rich83 on July 25, 2016, 06:06:31 pm
yeah.. and not to mention they are not really needed and the consumables are more expensive.

Pics too follow. Hopefully they will be here this week.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: Pesky jones on July 25, 2016, 07:53:10 pm
Nice!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: xjay1337 on July 26, 2016, 11:50:27 am
Think that's what I'll replace mine with if mine ever go go dodgy! Would go s3 310mm but people want silly money for them now

I paid £150 for my calipers, £50 for new pads, £80 for new discs.
Look so much better than the 28x mm rears.

Rich just wants to be different....bless him //m-sport
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: rich83 on July 26, 2016, 12:59:41 pm
Ive just put new discs and pads on.... I dont want to change them. The caddy calipers cost 135quid.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear Brakes
Post by: th3_f15t on July 26, 2016, 01:40:30 pm
Larger piston size without increasing the unsprung weight at the rear wheels is a better option on a FWD car really, running a 6R with a Haldex controller in Race mode (full 50/50 power split front to rear) makes the most of the 310mm brakes.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: rich83 on July 27, 2016, 04:03:09 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FCaddy%2520Rear%2520Calipers%2FIMG_8460.jpg&hash=525876aee7303b5b9bf4c35a891ef887a7a093ca)
Old GTI 37mm

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New Caddy 40mm

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FCaddy%2520Rear%2520Calipers%2FIMG_8452.jpg&hash=f72c4d85824d3251a339184e18b85aaf546eeea1)

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Test fit

Just got to work out if the dust shields need cutting or removing and about the handbrake cable bracket. Any one fitted these before?

Rich
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: rich83 on July 28, 2016, 03:51:31 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2F100000.jpg&hash=977b918ce668e3e40912fe5ab2a1e2f399b0b751)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: AJP on July 28, 2016, 04:17:21 pm
Get rid of the dust shields if you get an excuse. They should be called grit collectors.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: Pesky jones on July 28, 2016, 04:20:08 pm
Think Alex might have sorted the brake shield issue for him on fb. Welcome to the 100k club rich
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: rich83 on July 28, 2016, 04:31:10 pm
Cheers.

yeah i think im gonna leave them on just take some mole grips to them and bend them a bit. taking them off is a ball ache as it means Id have to remover the carriers too.

Started to paint the calipers. Hammerite is a bit sh*t, not as good as foliatec. I think its gonna take a good few coats to get them right.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: Dan648v on July 28, 2016, 04:49:53 pm
Looks good rich! Any specific caddy caliper to look out for?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: rich83 on July 28, 2016, 05:23:09 pm
Not sure, i think its the Caddy 2K mk3... however I think they are also used on a few other VWs. Ill get some more pics up in a bit.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: rich83 on July 28, 2016, 05:34:17 pm
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FCaddy%2520Rear%2520Calipers%2FIMG_8473.jpg&hash=2915d85d4fc5cf61510da47f69c2d09427bb9ecb)

I think 3 coats will be needed.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: Pesky jones on July 28, 2016, 05:37:27 pm
That looks good mate, two of my mates at work have both painted their calipers. One did it with a brush, with the caliper off but the carrier on. The other did it without taking anything off, just masked everything off. Scirroco tsi and a mk4 gti. Not what I would do, but they both look good. Either way, I'm saying that having done yours properly, I'm sure itll look ace, two coats or three coats.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: rich83 on July 28, 2016, 05:46:36 pm
Well it's a bit of a bodge. Doing it properly means sending them off and throwing another 200quid at someone to do it properly. CBA. in a few weeks the will be covered in crap anyway.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on July 28, 2016, 08:08:17 pm

Good work Rich.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: rich83 on July 28, 2016, 08:20:58 pm
Ta Mike. Hopefully get them on on sunday if the weather is good
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: Dave J on July 28, 2016, 10:46:38 pm
Looks a good improvement Rich - have only ever read about this mod, but not heard of too many people on here doing it. Looks very affordable compared to my R32/S3 conversion! Congratulations on the mileage milestone! 
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: rich83 on July 28, 2016, 11:22:43 pm
Looks a good improvement Rich - have only ever read about this mod, but not heard of too many people on here doing it. Looks very affordable compared to my R32/S3 conversion! Congratulations on the mileage milestone!

Yeah me too. Ive heard about it but not seen it, only on a few peoples cars but not much info on it.

Ill add some info about the swap in a thread somewhere.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: rich83 on July 31, 2016, 02:53:49 pm
Right.... that didnt go as planned.

I started to do the caddy rears and hit a problem when I couldnt get the hard brake line off the back of the caliper. I could move the but the pipe was fused to the nut. I tried holding the pipe but it was just twisting.

So I have to go to Alex's tomorrow to get some new hardlines.

Also... I noticed that the calipers I bought appeared to be upside down with the bleed nipple on the bottom. A few panics, and Alex confirmed that they are upside down and you have to swap all the brackets on the rear of the caliper over from the GTI to the caddy ones. You can see below what I mean. So where as I presumed that was a passenger side caliper, its not its a drivers side.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FCaddy%2520Rear%2520Calipers%2FIMG_8519.jpg&hash=fc6fe4a0626aef008244b8a18858bedc69af7db6)

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It al comes as a relief as I had painted them and there is no way I could send them back.

Hopefully will get them on tomorrow.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: rich83 on August 01, 2016, 02:11:07 pm
f*ckers are on.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FCaddy%2520Rear%2520Calipers%2FIMG_8524.jpg&hash=3576f486937252597a6f8f147e1e62d59bdccb68)
New hard lines. Had to pop up to Alex at AKS to get some this morning.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FCaddy%2520Rear%2520Calipers%2FIMG_8527.jpg&hash=444176158af4075ecdc8982d7b97b7e2c8072f3d)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FCaddy%2520Rear%2520Calipers%2FIMG_8526.jpg&hash=1d7f42620f4b1071e9d71546c069473b756d96c8)

I need to re-bleed the rear calipers in a few days time and give the carrier another coat of paint, then its job done
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: wazza16 on August 02, 2016, 06:12:01 pm
Nice example..
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: doylebros on August 02, 2016, 06:25:22 pm
Firstly well done Rich  :happy2: another subtle but more than worthy upgrade for similar money to factory fitted items.

Rich, I feel it would be worth copying this Caddy rear brakes mod out of your thread and pasting it into the "How To Section" with your learning curve fresh in your mind - others will most like do it since you've got the makings of a good how to in your thread.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2016, 07:22:58 pm
Thanks. Yeah I could do but tbh I didn't take enough photos and I'm not sure this is a mod that everyone will be jumping on. Only seems like a handful of people have done it.

Tbh the brakes feel very similar to before. They defo need bleeding again and I need to give it a proper drive to test them.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 02, 2016, 08:53:06 pm
Thanks. Yeah I could do but tbh I didn't take enough photos and I'm not sure this is a mod that everyone will be jumping on. Only seems like a handful of people have done it.

Tbh the brakes feel very similar to before. They defo need bleeding again and I need to give it a proper drive to test them.

People with better rear / more balanced brakes lack car control, I heard  :doh: :love:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: rich83 on August 02, 2016, 11:00:26 pm
LOL.... its still a bit floaty mate, just the way it should be.  :driver:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 04, 2016, 06:31:35 pm

You're not going fast enough / braking hard enough :p
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: rich83 on August 05, 2016, 11:32:16 pm
 :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: xjay1337 on August 09, 2016, 11:04:34 am
Well done pizzle.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: rich83 on August 09, 2016, 11:10:43 am
Well done pizzle.

Cheers JayZ
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: dansmith180 on August 09, 2016, 11:31:45 am
Glad you got them on and sorted nicely. Do make a nice little difference without the extra KG's. Which is the last thing I need  :laugh:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: rich83 on August 09, 2016, 12:10:34 pm
Yeah... bit of a faff, but only because I was guessing. Once I knew what needed to be done to swap them over, it was a piece of piss really.

Not sure if I can tell a difference really, maybe feels a little less floaty when braking mid corner.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: Shoduchi on August 09, 2016, 01:32:51 pm
Glad the new brakes are an improvement. It's an upgrade that's cheaper and easier to do than the R32/S3 rear brakes. Your front brakes should make your front tyres suffer a fair bit. Making the rear tyres work a bit more can only be a good thing. :laugh:
Title: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: rich83 on September 01, 2016, 06:35:15 pm
I realise today that I have had my car 6 years.

First picture I took of her.....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2F47790_425167820881_3805047_n.jpg&hash=297611f15447307e25a75a30efab5959a9d0fb16)

Just got her back from the bodyshop after having some damage repaired to the rear quarter above the fuel cap. Result. £120. The body shop near me in st albans wanted £450
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: rich83 on February 18, 2017, 09:24:21 pm
5 months and no updates

New brakes coming soon. New AP 362 rotors and some pads of some description once I've worked out wtf I need. Original set have seen 2.5 years and a fair beating on the road so I'm happy with that.

On about 105,000 miles now.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 19, 2017, 12:02:37 am
What pads you been using with the 362's? Or have you been using the 340's?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: rich83 on February 19, 2017, 12:11:24 am
AP 362mm. RS42 at the moment.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 19, 2017, 09:20:42 am

Blues must die!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: rich83 on February 19, 2017, 10:17:30 am
Well.... apparently my brakes are not quite dead yet. This might explain the noise.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FFront%2520Brake%2520Refresh%2FPhoto%252019-02-2017%252C%25209%252009%252023%2520am.jpg&hash=a043de7ed0ade857586641e0cadc376dd650b0b8)

Pads... look like they are TTRS/DB9 pads that youve ground the inside edge out of. Does that look right to you @vRSAlex (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1981) ?

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Frich%2Fimg%2FCar%2520Stuff%2FServicing%2FFront%2520Brake%2520Refresh%2FPhoto%252019-02-2017%252C%25209%252018%252026%2520am.jpg&hash=0f0dc7dca2477ddaf964a7dedf5303ff8ec13d3c)

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Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: Andy on February 19, 2017, 10:48:09 am
Can't believe it is 6 years already Rich..what's been caught in the wheel
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: rich83 on February 19, 2017, 11:02:00 am
I think it was a stone that got stuck in between the caliper and wheel
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: Shoduchi on February 19, 2017, 02:20:02 pm
Ohh, not a nice sight to see... :surprised: Hope it wasn't too deep.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: rich83 on February 19, 2017, 11:10:08 pm
Ohh, not a nice sight to see... :surprised: Hope it wasn't too deep.


Nah. Just the top coat off I think. The wheels need a refurb anyway.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: Shoduchi on February 20, 2017, 11:27:34 am
Good to know it's only a minor damage. :smiley:

I saw that Pagid makes RSL 29 brake pads for Brembo 18Z calipers but with ML450 brake discs I need Brembo 17Z pads. The difference between them is just 7 mm on the height, so they could be trimmed like yours seem to have been.

At the moment I'm waiting for prices for Carbotech XP12 and XP20 that are a direct fit.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: rich83 on March 02, 2017, 10:08:51 am
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/594/32388570413_6638c030ee_o.jpg)

New oil  :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: NewGtiGuy on March 12, 2017, 10:30:40 pm
I want to get rid of the FM aerial which looks like none of you guys have  :P Is there a blank you can put in the hole to stop water eating away at it or is there a really mini one you can buy?? I have a shark fin one with a long fm aerial coming out the back. All these cars look so sexy  :laugh:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: xs2man on March 21, 2017, 07:49:48 pm
Not sure, i think its the Caddy 2K mk3... however I think they are also used on a few other VWs. Ill get some more pics up in a bit.

Got any part numbers?  Are these new VW ones you bought?  Looks like a decent enough upgrade.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30 Rear NQSBBK
Post by: rich83 on March 21, 2017, 09:34:38 pm
Not sure, i think its the Caddy 2K mk3... however I think they are also used on a few other VWs. Ill get some more pics up in a bit.

Got any part numbers?  Are these new VW ones you bought?  Looks like a decent enough upgrade.

If you look on the NQSBBK thread I put them on there I think.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: Mayney on March 24, 2017, 10:11:53 am
Nice car, commenting so i remember to come back and read the lot
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: xjay1337 on March 29, 2017, 08:27:36 am
Nice car, commenting so i remember to come back and read the lot

Nothing to read.

He only lowered it and put big brakes on it!  :signLOL: :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: rich83 on March 29, 2017, 09:59:54 am
Nice car, commenting so i remember to come back and read the lot

Nothing to read.

He only lowered it and put big brakes on it!  :signLOL: :signLOL:

And you're still in diesel denial.

How are you jay?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: xjay1337 on March 29, 2017, 05:25:39 pm
Hah.

Good mate. Car is on track so far.

I will text you.

Miss you on PCars..
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: Panos13Gr on December 10, 2017, 11:55:31 am
Amazing build up!
So if I use the same brake set up with tt rs et 47 18 8.5 5x112 wheels instead of pescara et51 7.5, may I can clear them without spacers ?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: scopes on December 18, 2017, 12:50:25 pm
Still going strong Rich !

 :driver:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: rich83 on December 18, 2017, 06:45:48 pm
Yeah just about....
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: pudding on December 22, 2017, 01:59:17 pm
Nice car, commenting so i remember to come back and read the lot

Nothing to read.

He only lowered it and put big brakes on it!  :signLOL: :signLOL:

And that's worth 165 pages?!!  :grin:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: rich83 on December 22, 2017, 04:35:49 pm
Its ok, Jay is just jealous thats all.

In other news... New OEM VW windscreen fitted today... new washer jets and new wipers. Drives like a new car now  :signLOL:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: pudding on December 22, 2017, 06:33:23 pm
I wish I had a VW screen fitted when my last one went.   Autoglas ones are wafer thin and crack if you so much as fart near it.

Can't beat new wipers.  New washers as well, wow, lucky car!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: rich83 on December 22, 2017, 07:30:57 pm
Spoke too soon. I think the pump is on its last legs. f*cking stupid thing.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: teo_parvu on December 22, 2017, 07:42:59 pm
It is always a joy to see what's in front, Rich.  :laugh:
I think you can get a cheap Febi, it is not critical like an oil pump: https://www.autodoc.co.uk/febi-bilstein/1871071
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: rich83 on January 27, 2019, 01:59:09 pm
Nothings happened.... cars done 126K now. Need to fix an oil leak and get by BCS cat swapped over cos it keeps failing emissions tests  :laugh:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: colesey on January 27, 2019, 02:18:44 pm
Nothings happened.... cars done 126K now. Need to fix an oil leak and get by BCS cat swapped over cos it keeps failing emissions tests  :laugh:

That isn't good to hear! How old was your cat and how many cells?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: rich83 on January 27, 2019, 02:48:59 pm
5 years this June.  It’s a 200cell cat. I’ve just got to take it back to nige at BCS and he’s gonna test it and replace it. Otherwise the system has been faultless.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: colesey on January 27, 2019, 07:45:19 pm
I’m sure BCS will look after you well Rich, they have a great reputation. Out of interest, what sort of mileage had you covered over these 5 years and how close were your previous MOT readings? Reason for asking is that I quite wanted a BCS catted downpipe due to their using a top quality cat in the hope of avoiding MOT issues.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: rich83 on January 27, 2019, 10:13:35 pm
Its nearly failed the last 2 previous.. and then it failed last year in april-ish time. MOT tester had to rev it for about 5 minutes to get to it pass, cant remember what the figures were but I know when it eventually passed is was by a very small margin.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: colesey on January 28, 2019, 06:05:40 am
Thanks for sharing Rich - I think I can do without that drama every year!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: pudding on January 28, 2019, 10:50:17 am
Physics = 1
Crappy aftermarket cats = 0

I wish people wouldn't keep believing exhaust salesmen over science and common sense.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: Dan_FR on January 28, 2019, 11:09:39 am
So much for the sales pitch from BCS that their cats user a superior, thicker coating of precious metals and don't have the same issues that lesser products have.....
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: pudding on January 28, 2019, 12:12:56 pm
There's simply not enough substrate area, or heat under the car, for a 200 cell to be of any use.   The materials used are woefully sub par as well.  Not even close to OEM cat performance. 

The only 2 options for an easy life are: sticking with the OEM DP, or fitting the biggest aftermarket cat possible in the space available.....but it's a catch 22 is a super big cat will need even more heat to work than the smaller one!



Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: rich83 on January 29, 2019, 05:36:41 pm
There's simply not enough substrate area, or heat under the car, for a 200 cell to be of any use.   The materials used are woefully sub par as well.  Not even close to OEM cat performance. 

The only 2 options for an easy life are: sticking with the OEM DP, or fitting the biggest aftermarket cat possible in the space available.....but it's a catch 22 is a super big cat will need even more heat to work than the smaller one!

They do use biggish cats.... 5" if i remember. I dont really want to go back to OEM cat as that means loosing the stage 2 map and well.... wheres the fun in that  :driver:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: Shoduchi on January 30, 2019, 12:15:37 pm
Mine has 3 years. Passed MOT tests this Monday. Oh well! It's the nature of this tuning game. Parts wear out... :/
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: rich83 on April 29, 2019, 06:37:59 pm
Took the car down to JKM rolling road a few days ago just to check the map and a general health check of the car. Its running fine, not making as much power as it could but its on the safe side as its done 130K now. It did make 316 last time, but I am pretty sure that was on higher settings.

(https://thumbsnap.com/s/zGqhVZC3.jpg)

I think it could make about another 10-15bhp by increasing the boost, it's only running a shade over 1.2bar, and it could be ~1.4bar on higher settings.


Diagnostic did bring up one issue. An intermittent fault on the Lambda probe which had not seen before. JKM cleared it and I thought it was fine until last night when I came up again throwing a EML, which needs sorting as MOT time soon.

A quick trip to ECP in Harrow and a cheeky deal resulted in getting an OEM Bosch sensor for £135 instead of £170. VW wanted £200

Old sensor
(https://thumbsnap.com/s/IRDQ8FI2.jpg)

New sensor
(https://thumbsnap.com/s/7Ek5uvED.jpg)

(https://thumbsnap.com/s/NQ4Jdbuv.jpg)

(https://thumbsnap.com/s/XyZpmeH7.jpg)

I picked up on of those cheapo ELM wifi OBD2 dongles just for clearing codes and for 14 quid you cant go wrong. I did have a genuine VCDS cable but stupidly sold it a few years back.


Touch wood thats the last I am going to see of that error.


Stupid f*cking car!

:-)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 6 Years
Post by: rich83 on April 29, 2019, 06:41:06 pm
New flexi and cat....

Couple of pics of the fixed downpipe and flexi

(https://thumbsnap.com/s/LUJ4PNdM.jpg)

(https://thumbsnap.com/s/dhBXivTF.jpg)

MOT on wed..... fingers crossed.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: pudding on May 01, 2019, 03:21:14 pm
JKM's plots have always read conservatively and I applaud them for that.  They're a good outfit.   Would be 350 on R-Tech's  :grin:

No wonder ED30's feel so sluggish off the line.... 70hp at 2000rpm to move 1340kg  :grin:   

Yeah let us know what the CO readings are on your MOT with the BCS cat!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on May 01, 2019, 03:49:36 pm
Passed this morning with no advisories, which was a relief after all the f*cking about its required. :jumping:

CO readings were 0.05% fast idle.... and 0.01% on idle....... more pollution in a vegans fart.  :signLOL:


Last year when it failed... then passed they were 0.20% FI and 0.30% I, so basically 0.01% more of either it it would fail.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: pudding on May 02, 2019, 05:15:33 pm
Good stuff, finally an aftermarket cat that's any good!

Yeah 0.2% is the limit for a pass.  OEM cats measure 0.001% usually, so the BCS one is a good un!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: Shoduchi on May 03, 2019, 12:19:19 am
Good to see the BCS cat doing well.  :grin:

@Pudding (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=10733) our cars with fluids should weight around 1450 kg. Only the mk7 GTI weights around 1340 kg. 🙈
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on May 03, 2019, 07:35:16 am
Good to see the BCS cat doing well.  :grin:

@Pudding (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=10733) our cars with fluids should weight around 1450 kg. Only the mk7 GTI weights around 1340 kg. 🙈

Brand new cat so there would have been something very wrong if it had failed again :-)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: pudding on May 03, 2019, 02:14:50 pm
Good to see the BCS cat doing well.  :grin:

@Pudding (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=10733) our cars with fluids should weight around 1450 kg. Only the mk7 GTI weights around 1340 kg. 🙈

Really?  I'm sure I read in my UK handbook the 'unladen' weight (for a manual) is around 1340Kg.  I'll have to have another look!

@Shoduchi (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=10590)  https://fastestlaps.com/models/vw-golf-gti   That's probably on the light side but I still don't think a MK5 GTI weighs 1450kg!  VW's quoted weights are with fluids, equivalent ballast for one passenger and half a tank of fuel.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: Shoduchi on May 03, 2019, 02:30:35 pm
Good to see the BCS cat doing well.  :grin:

@Pudding (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=10733) our cars with fluids should weight around 1450 kg. Only the mk7 GTI weights around 1340 kg. 🙈

Really?  I'm sure I read in my UK handbook the 'unladen' weight (for a manual) is around 1340Kg.  I'll have to have another look!

@Shoduchi (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=10590)  https://fastestlaps.com/models/vw-golf-gti   That's probably on the light side but I still don't think a MK5 GTI weighs 1450kg!  VW's quoted weights are with fluids, equivalent ballast for one passenger and half a tank of fuel.

I’ve had mine on wheel balancing scales. With my setup and around 3/4 of a tank it weighted 1511 kg. So around 1450 kg of car and fluids (taking my weight out).  :thinking:

http://www.zeperfs.com/en/fiche1561-vw-golf-v-gti-30-pirelli.htm

It states 1451 kg (EU rating). Mine is DSG, so it's a bit heavier than manual versions. :thinking:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: Hedge on August 14, 2019, 09:49:09 pm
Mr Wiggles, nice to see you're still active and the ED30 is going strong.  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on August 15, 2019, 09:25:08 pm
Mr Wiggles, nice to see you're still active and the ED30 is going strong.  :happy2:

Just about still alive Herr Hedge ..... both the car and I.  :laugh:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on March 31, 2020, 10:09:25 pm
Finally got around to fitting all this stuff.... new pads/discs, bearings and dust shields.

She is a bit rusty under the covers.... but not too bad for 13 years old.

(https://i.imgur.com/4Pirihr.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/E8mR5BO.jpg)
That bolt was a bitch to tighten up..... 180nm and 1/2 a turn


(https://i.imgur.com/OzXxMuz.jpg)


Next up is its 140,000mile service.

Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: shoaybmakda on April 12, 2020, 02:23:16 pm
@rich83 (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=709) any thoughts of selling? Or will you be running this one into the ground?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on April 12, 2020, 04:56:25 pm
Yeah... I did think about getting a Tesla Model 3... but then all this sh*t happened so that is out of the question for now.

Its staying for the moment... but I will get rid of it in the next few years I think.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: Frodo-anni on May 17, 2020, 10:40:18 am
Rich, great to see one of the old members still running there ED30, I remember your initial post of getting the car, sub 20k on the clock then?  I’ve had mine 8.5 years, now 114k, similar to yourself slight leak from a rocker gasket, but all good.

You have any corrosion issues?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on May 17, 2020, 01:48:39 pm
Rich, great to see one of the old members still running there ED30, I remember your initial post of getting the car, sub 20k on the clock then?  I’ve had mine 8.5 years, now 114k, similar to yourself slight leak from a rocker gasket, but all good.

You have any corrosion issues?

Hey Frodo...

Front wings went. But aside that, it's fine. Since redoing the rocket gasket covers and rear PCV pipes its been perfect, no leaks at all.

Yeah got it with 13,000 on the clock. Seems like a long time ago, which i guess it was... 10 years in September. It's been a brilliant car to be honest, I cant really fault it at all. It still drives great.

It should have been in for its MOT a week or so ago, but its been extended to November I think.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: Andy on May 17, 2020, 07:32:00 pm
car is still looking good rich
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on October 18, 2020, 02:27:59 pm
Falling to bits........ MOT flagged up a split drop link on the passenger side top. Decided to do them both as I presumed the other one would not be far behind, and on inspection is was perishing. 142,000 miles thought... to be expected.

(https://i.imgur.com/B8KUDL0.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/XUJUqHW.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/TSeTD4v.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/3RMVF97.jpg)

Had to use the 8mm trip.sqr on the driver side to hole the bolt.
(https://i.imgur.com/y9kk9tz.jpg)

I used TRW items. I would have preferred Lomforder but these were 18quid each and could get them now.


Cam belt gets done next month as its a year over due..... ooops

Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on September 03, 2021, 11:10:57 pm
(https://i.postimg.cc/1Rkc2kkN/IMG-2359.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9zB7qnFW)

362x32 Reyland rotors

(https://i.postimg.cc/V6SnHg4R/IMG-9486.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZBSWWrGB)

Mintex M1155 pads.

Few bits that need sorting out this month.

Front ball joints back to OEM.

Front rotors and pads.

Bleed brakes.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: Andy on September 07, 2021, 08:08:31 am
Hope you are well Rich...
Them nuts can take some getting of I have a little gas blower to warm them up always work s
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: bobby_fodge on September 07, 2021, 09:29:21 am
Hi Rich, what calipers do you run with those discs?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on September 07, 2021, 01:57:42 pm
Hi Rich, what calipers do you run with those discs?

TTRS/DB9
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on September 07, 2021, 02:00:15 pm
Hope you are well Rich...
Them nuts can take some getting of I have a little gas blower to warm them up always work s

Hey Andy. Do you mean the arb bolts? Yeah they can be stiff. Typically the first one was easy and the second side was stuck. Always how it goes.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: pudding on September 15, 2021, 12:08:30 pm
Those are some mighty brakes  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on September 16, 2021, 08:13:51 am
Those are some mighty brakes  :happy2:

Let's hope they are ok. Current ones are dead and my car has been sat for 2 weeks.

It's not a straightforward swap as I need to remove the super pro ball joints to slow these discs to fit as they are slightly different spec to my current ones.

Making a start hopefully this afternoon.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: pudding on September 16, 2021, 01:28:43 pm
Do they rub on the ball joint?  I had that fun and games with an AP Racing kit eons ago.  Had to grind the BJs down.  Wasn't overly keen on doing that but it didn't cause any issues over 60K miles.

I'm sure they'll work out fine and be insanely powerful  :grin:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on September 16, 2021, 01:35:33 pm
Yeah that’s right. They have already been ground a little for the old discs but these have a wider pad depth, 61 vs 55. I He. A feeling this job is gonna be a pain in the ass but fingers crossed.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: pudding on September 16, 2021, 02:22:20 pm
Get the grinder out  :happy2:  I shaved about 8mm off my BJs at certain points in the steering arc.  Gave me the fear every time I gave the car death in the corners, but they never let go  :grin:

If not, back to standard or Passat BJs (taller pins for better roll center) for you, and just get your camber some other way.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on September 16, 2021, 07:24:27 pm
Well that's one side done, took me 5 hours.

Spaceer was on solid so had to use some percussive maintainance on it.  Had to drill the disc retaining screw out. Caliper bolts were very very hard to get out and the heads are a bit f*cked so new ones on order one of the disc bolts was seized.

Ball joint was actually quite easy, just had to use a jack to push the tapers together so I could tighten the top bolt.

Otherside to tackle tomorrow.  I bet it's all seized up



(https://i.postimg.cc/y8BgY1f6/03040039-4-AC1-44-C0-AD89-01-E47-C1-B503-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XpH7sbSt)

(https://i.postimg.cc/PNnHyqLC/440-DD0-C4-BE14-4-AF9-B922-FA1-B6-E12-FA69.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YLRTqMz7)

(https://i.postimg.cc/c1pt2Mwn/86-F000-AD-6814-41-EE-8693-9073-F14-CB70-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/23x5BWHk)

(https://i.postimg.cc/7PGTKQG4/E9060895-07-D4-45-BE-98-FD-3-FBEC93268-FF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Thxww0JN)

Disc is kind of on the wrong side, but the internal vanes are straight so it doesn't matter. I will probably swap them over once I have done the other side.

Old pads were totally f*cked. Down to the backing plate on the inside pad. Disc was on 28.5mm so way past the 30.5mm minimum thickness.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: pudding on September 16, 2021, 08:00:06 pm
They've seen some action  :surprised:

You won't notice the groove direction under normal road use but if you're OCD, swap em over.  VAG don't 'hand' their Clubsport S discs.  Same part for both sides, so is 'technically' wrong on one side  :grin: 
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: LC5F on September 16, 2021, 09:13:52 pm
Definitely got your moneys worth out of those pads!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on September 16, 2021, 09:29:36 pm
Definitely got your moneys worth out of those pads!

Haha. That's true. Although they were nearly 400quid so who can blame me, right?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: pudding on September 17, 2021, 12:04:51 pm
If you enjoy mental braking, sod the cost  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on September 17, 2021, 09:29:13 pm
All done.. px side was much easier, nothing stuck and I bought an impact driver to tackle the disc retaining screw. Discs swapped over, which was a complete f*ck of a job juggling jacks and ramps etc, but got it done.

Took it out for a drive and rang a local garage and got in booked it in there and then to get the front toe set. It wasn’t a million miles out but happier to know I won’t chew the front tyres. Px pads were not as bad as driver side.

(https://i.postimg.cc/Xqfs5yvq/2-CFE5520-8362-427-E-823-C-E7-FFF2-F0-A2-DB.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5Qt5dyLW)

(https://i.postimg.cc/SRFZjGkH/6762-D4-B1-855-F-4136-955-A-9-D61-C69-C7-BF6.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/wy25GLtk)

(https://i.postimg.cc/hPrBWX0K/B11127-F3-43-BA-4-C41-AC97-39-BBC5-DEFE6-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N55VRfVn)

(https://i.postimg.cc/wTzfpFWm/E3278384-5-E73-473-B-8-E5-A-6-FF5-A4-B1944-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YjXfNNBr)

Brakes are silly sharp now, initial bite is ridiculous compared to the old ones. Guys at the garage loved the car and the chap said he “nearly went through the window” when he stopped it.

Booked in for mot too on the 3/11

Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: shannon-ob on September 19, 2021, 01:30:49 pm
Christ!! Those discs and pads were well used  :jumping:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on September 19, 2021, 06:18:42 pm
Christ!! Those discs and pads were well used  :jumping:

Correct. I think the term is "f*cked"
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on October 13, 2021, 04:50:17 pm
All my rear bushes (expect the toe bush) are original and 14 years old so instead of poly bushing or replacing the OEM bushes at huge expense I decided to go down the Lemforder OEM route. All the bushes are already pressed in making it a job I can easily (providing the bolts are not seized) DIY it.

I managed to get all this lot off eBay for just under £100 which was a real bargain IMO. I just need the trailing arms and a few more bolt kits and I should have all the stuff to do the job for ~£230. Even though I do have an OEM bush, I might use a poly bush on the lower hub joint as it’s in 2 bits and wont require pressing in.


(https://i.postimg.cc/2yt5nMdF/188-F6691-3-FD6-45-D7-AFA9-1751-F513-C2-A5.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WqMjv9Hh)

(https://i.postimg.cc/fRG0Gt9j/6-DC72346-0446-4825-9-B2-C-EC45-C9369-BD2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G4j2YpzH)

(https://i.postimg.cc/R01q2P94/8-B6-FB2-F8-B339-4883-B7-C4-F852602-D26-AA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2q6zZ7VK)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: pudding on October 15, 2021, 08:02:56 am
That's a funky price!  I like Lemforder stuff and their online catalogue makes it easy to get all the part numbers to cross ref on ebay.

I will be watching this as I need to do the same to mine.  It'll be nice to have a pert rear end again.

Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on October 16, 2021, 07:22:15 pm
Indeed it will. :-)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: Mekaniko on November 10, 2021, 08:59:13 am
I know that new GTI's (Mk7 & 8) have their own bushing with different stifness and references compared with the non GTI's versions but on Mk5 are all the same. At least is what I concluded when searching for the front ones.

I bought the Meyle, good too.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: pudding on November 22, 2021, 12:19:16 pm
Who is the ebay seller you used for your Lemforder parts?  Cheers!
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on November 23, 2021, 03:04:46 pm
Who is the ebay seller you used for your Lemforder parts?  Cheers!

It was a private seller unfortunately
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on April 05, 2022, 08:43:47 pm
Seems I have sprung a leak in my ac condenser. I thought it would be down at the bottom, but it’s leaking from the top near one of the brackets which is a bit odd. I wonder if it’s been given a shunt at some point.

Can’t say it’s a job that I am looking forward to but it needs doing.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: RBS on April 05, 2022, 08:56:54 pm
I feel you :wink: the whole front has to  ome off! Respect👍🏻
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on April 06, 2022, 11:50:18 am

(https://i.postimg.cc/HLqF7W6y/F3-EEFF51-AA45-4-E8-E-9845-FA7-FA097-DE43.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Nyxd3tqs)


New condenser. Getting a new pressure switch on order  too, I think the old ones ok but whilst it's all in bits it's easy to get to.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: LC5F on April 06, 2022, 01:10:16 pm
Nissens for the win!
I quite like the silver colour - on mine its visible through the front grille - looks like a stupidly massive FM intercooler:
(https://i.vgy.me/HbLJiD.jpg)

This was the state of mine when i took it out:
(https://i.vgy.me/9GWaoF.jpg)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on April 06, 2022, 01:16:48 pm
Wow, that’s taken a beating.  :scared:  I can see the fins on mine are all smashed in but as far as I can see there are no gaping holes in it  :signLOL:


Do you renew the foam strip around the perimeter of the condenser? On the side that faces the IC?

Edit…. Just ordered the seals too.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: LC5F on April 06, 2022, 07:35:34 pm
No - I wasn't aware there were seals there  - I just bolted it onto the Chineseum intercooler...

But it hasn't been recharged, last time I checked at my prefered garage, I was expecting to pay a fixed £60 charge for AC service - I hope the guy was confused - after explaining it was fully depleted, he quoted me over a ton for full refill with the fixed price service on top - so may need to wait for a month with better cashflow.

Not wishing to encourage "while you are in there" syndrome, but my rad wasn't in the best condition.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on April 06, 2022, 09:55:17 pm
Ok. Will assess when it all comes to bits
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: Shoduchi on April 07, 2022, 01:08:10 am
I had my new condenser spray painted matt black before fitting. I hate the silver seen through the centre grill. I can still see a bit of the do88 IC over the condenser. It's enough silver... :laugh:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on April 07, 2022, 10:47:47 am
I had my new condenser spray painted matte black before fitting. I hate the silver seen through the centre grill. I can still see a bit of the do88 IC over the condenser. It's enough silver... :laugh:

This did cross my mind. I presume just a Matt black high temp spray would do it?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: RBS on April 07, 2022, 10:04:19 pm
Yes I did it on my mk3 GTI once… it didn’t peal off :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: Shoduchi on April 07, 2022, 11:09:37 pm
I had my new condenser spray painted matte black before fitting. I hate the silver seen through the centre grill. I can still see a bit of the do88 IC over the condenser. It's enough silver... :laugh:

This did cross my mind. I presume just a Matt black high temp spray would do it?
That's it.  :happy2:

(https://i.postimg.cc/7YrMmtgY/IC-do88-05.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: RBS on April 08, 2022, 10:05:35 am
Exactly what Shoduchi said :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: pudding on April 08, 2022, 10:48:52 am
Wow, that’s taken a beating.  :scared:  I can see the fins on mine are all smashed in but as far as I can see there are no gaping holes in it  :signLOL:


Aye, and those folded over, mangled fins partially block the intercooler  :grin:   
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on April 08, 2022, 02:23:32 pm
Wow, that’s taken a beating.  :scared:  I can see the fins on mine are all smashed in but as far as I can see there are no gaping holes in it  :signLOL:


Aye, and those folded over, mangled fins partially block the intercooler  :grin:

Of course... and I am almost certain this is why when its really hot (like it was last year) my water temp creeps up in stationary traffic with the a/c on.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on April 08, 2022, 03:46:09 pm
(https://i.postimg.cc/RCnnZkDY/7-F9374-C0-90-AB-4-B82-AD7-C-04-B3776729-E4.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/t7pgrMyd)


And yes that is a stone wedged in bottom left
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: Shoduchi on April 11, 2022, 02:20:39 am
It really needed being replaced!  :surprised:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on April 13, 2022, 11:51:47 am
(https://i.postimg.cc/X70Yv06Z/C0-B95766-EE33-4606-A1-FA-683-ADDAC14-E7.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SjDhZ3sq)


(https://i.postimg.cc/g2gz4XXR/21352-E89-6-F69-4-E53-AB98-42905-DD1-CD20.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qNCHv7GM)

(https://i.postimg.cc/9QmXGtMC/6491-CA75-8-E00-494-F-BDCA-61613-C32-AC13.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZCQhmNpM)

(https://i.postimg.cc/1z49dmwd/4-FBD5003-3178-48-F2-9835-021-E83425-E21.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WDLLFP9m)



Well that wasn't such a hard job. Awkward getting to a few bolts and had to tap the holes for the actual handle because they were just drilled.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: RBS on April 13, 2022, 04:44:38 pm
 :happy2: good job :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on April 14, 2022, 12:42:00 pm
Thanks RBS.

Todays job a bit more involved.


(https://i.postimg.cc/VL1BYrD3/9-C10-DB45-24-F8-47-CA-8-A2-A-0-EFED11-BE7-F1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/23cBG6pw)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 9 Years
Post by: rich83 on April 14, 2022, 04:54:19 pm
(https://i.postimg.cc/Y2NRswxt/70-E2-E221-DC2-C-4-F3-E-8-E9-B-2-FDF1-A5-D3-A55.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K4zt1wVW)

(https://i.postimg.cc/TYC9TqSS/73-C1-F6-A6-A129-4333-AC1-E-40-EA1-DA9-AB26.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9rwTpTct)

(https://i.postimg.cc/W3GGCMg5/84152-EC6-6410-459-C-8517-1682-D5-B2-A2-A7.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xJdNbNsm)

(https://i.postimg.cc/VL1BYrD3/9-C10-DB45-24-F8-47-CA-8-A2-A-0-EFED11-BE7-F1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/23cBG6pw)

(https://i.postimg.cc/yd4hLfgJ/4-AED5-A36-9-E8-D-42-B5-9-F6-F-BD82-FFC30729.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sBmZX4Jy)




(https://i.postimg.cc/vTGrscvb/9-FCEF205-FCD7-49-DE-ADDF-587-BF7-E52-EDA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/6212V6Sm)

(https://i.postimg.cc/W1ywkpsw/814-BD9-AD-8-AE8-4-B99-AAAE-53312929126-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HrQMGgcr)

Well that was a bit of an arse of a job. Not overly complicated just time consuming.

The nissens condenser is at best an "OK" fit. It required a fair bit of manipulation to get the lower bracket to match up correctly.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 12 Years
Post by: Shoduchi on April 14, 2022, 08:16:09 pm
It's not a fun job to do indeed! Give us feedback if that sorted the heat soaking issue.  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 12 Years
Post by: pudding on April 15, 2022, 12:01:27 pm
Good stuff.  WOO indeed  :happy2:  Good work on the seat repair.  I need to replace my lumbar support mechanism and the back rest heating element....but erm...yeah, you can only get the heating element as part of the entire upper seat cover, at £850.  Cheers for that VW  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 12 Years
Post by: rich83 on April 15, 2022, 11:03:30 pm
Thanks chaps. Seem like it's blowing nice and cold when I took it out today.

That's a sh*tter about the heater element I presumed the seat covers for the ed30 would be obsolete now. Can you not harvest one from a different seat?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 12 Years
Post by: pudding on April 17, 2022, 11:49:00 am
Yeah still available, probably dry rotting in a warehouse somewhere because they would rather throw them away than sell them off cheaper.

I've replaced the covers on MK4 R32 seats before what a ball ache that job is!  A passenger seat from Europe might be the best option.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 12 Years
Post by: Shoduchi on April 18, 2022, 01:11:41 am
Yeah still available, probably dry rotting in a warehouse somewhere because they would rather throw them away than sell them off cheaper.

I've replaced the covers on MK4 R32 seats before what a ball ache that job is!  A passenger seat from Europe might be the best option.
You can retrieve the parts from another mk5 Golf electric and heated seat and swap them to your seat. It'll be much cheaper.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 12 Years
Post by: RBS on April 18, 2022, 09:36:55 pm
Yeah! Like Shoduchi mentioned, get them second hand and swap it over :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 12 Years
Post by: rich83 on May 18, 2022, 08:24:44 pm
All this talk about cam followers and camshaft lobe wear was starting to make me nervous. I had checked this 1000 miles ago and though for the sake of £50 I would throw on a new one. I think this is probably follower number 3 on this engine.

(https://i.postimg.cc/W4WRGWr3/295-E6260-79-CE-4-E28-A9-B5-4-DC933689-C09.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GBySrjXw)

(https://i.postimg.cc/W17c3b10/5938440-A-B73-D-4276-B663-FB260938-F6-D9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MnXF3wRG)

(https://i.postimg.cc/mDtv8YNS/CAB45-DD9-D298-4720-B3-CC-1-B0-D1-EC5-C226.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZBzsqyQ9)



(https://i.postimg.cc/DwwBr2cr/E6145-CC2-CA14-4-F6-A-A855-66-C0-C87-EA616.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LnGtRFw5)
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 12 Years
Post by: pudding on May 19, 2022, 12:50:03 pm
If I’ve read that right, that’s a lot of wear for 1000 miles. Normal wear pattern though, so the cam lobe is fine. Uprated fuel pump?
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 12 Years
Post by: rich83 on May 19, 2022, 12:54:00 pm
If I’ve read that right, that’s a lot of wear for 1000 miles. Normal wear pattern though, so the cam lobe is fine. Uprated fuel pump?

Sorry. I meant I had checked it 1000 miles ago and decided it could do with a change. It's probably got 50-70k on it, last changed 2015. Oem pump
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 12 Years
Post by: pudding on May 19, 2022, 03:14:14 pm
In that case, all looking good there  :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 12 Years
Post by: rich83 on May 25, 2022, 11:57:39 pm
(https://i.postimg.cc/rsXsNQ3s/21-F42711-39-EF-4-CE2-BBE0-8-D8-BA41-B32-C0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BLpJqcqf)

Current filter in over 100,000miles old so this one will be put on over the weekend hopefully.

OEM filter £33.20.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 12 Years
Post by: rich83 on May 27, 2022, 03:26:29 pm

(https://i.postimg.cc/j2X8gvRv/2-D3390-EB-AFA3-4-DEC-B620-40-CD2-DEE4-B85.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vx4LDrg6)

(https://i.postimg.cc/sDCQwyLn/6-F880536-B69-D-4-D94-A16-B-05-F1-DC3711-C6.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dDnV0Mwd)

(https://i.postimg.cc/G3yTF9X8/A3027-D3-F-FE53-4-DB7-AC5-B-1321881-A2907.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HjTLHWDd)

(https://i.postimg.cc/X7KZPmSn/CFA72-A20-7-E22-4-AF2-BE42-C62-B1-B481-E0-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2V68bHSt)


Not too bad a job. Luckily the screw was ok but it really needs a new on as it's head is corroded.  Lots of black crap inside.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 12 Years
Post by: rich83 on May 28, 2022, 03:04:07 pm
Well that wasn't fun. Spark plugs. No4 was rusty on top and pig to get out. No2 was also very difficult to remove, felt like the thread was spinning.

I think I'll change plugs every service from now on.


(https://i.postimg.cc/bvkJc78h/450-ED116-2-C83-4100-B95-F-C328-BCDD2-C0-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/676wC1yj)

Also these plugs used to be made in Japan but they are now made in Thailand. Just FYI.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 12 Years
Post by: JoshB on May 30, 2022, 06:32:52 am
Good job on the fuel filter, mine was a complete pain… my pipes wouldn’t budge!

Spark plugs should not get rusty… water shouldn’t be getting anywhere near there…!
Check your seals on your coils.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 12 Years
Post by: rich83 on May 30, 2022, 11:24:20 am
Good job on the fuel filter, mine was a complete pain… my pipes wouldn’t budge!

Spark plugs should not get rusty… water shouldn’t be getting anywhere near there…!
Check your seals on your coils.

I agree.  I might swap the coil packs for new r8 ones soon, although the seals looked fine.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 12 Years
Post by: pudding on June 01, 2022, 05:48:19 pm
Aha, the fuel filter screw is a torx. No wonder I couldn't get it off as I tried a 7mm socket  :grin:

Looks like your plugs have done 100K as well! I'm surprised the coils didn't blow trying to spark those mighty gaps  :grin:

Yeah looks like one of the coil seals isn't doing a great job.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... 12 Years
Post by: RBS on June 14, 2022, 02:08:55 pm
 :happy2:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30.....
Post by: rich83 on April 19, 2023, 05:23:58 pm
The time has come. It needs to go. Either in bits or as is. It's in a bit of a mess cosmetically after a front  end bash. It has a new bonnet and wing it just needs a bumper and paint 

Let me know if there is anything you want off it. I'll put a full list of the spec up soon, but I think you can see all the stuff that's on it via my profile maybe.

Rich
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... Breaking
Post by: rex on August 05, 2023, 07:10:18 pm
 :sad1:Sad to see the car is gone
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... Breaking
Post by: Andy on August 08, 2023, 11:52:31 pm
Sad news Rich
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... the End....
Post by: rich83 on August 13, 2023, 07:52:03 pm
Yep very sad so see her go. Had her for what seems like an eternity. Did about 143k in her. Many happy memories were had in the car, tons of road trips.

Gone but not forgotten.
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... Breaking
Post by: Shoduchi on August 19, 2023, 06:34:44 pm
Sad news indeed. Hope you stick around. :smiley:
Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... Breaking
Post by: xjay1337 on September 19, 2023, 08:18:33 pm
Well everything has come full circle. Probably been a good 5-6 years since I logged into the forum.

I've known Rich for many years , incase you weren't aware he was one of the first people from the owners pages I had met when I was driving around in my Mk5 1.9 TDI....despite his ridiculous chin and awful sense of humour, we have kept in touch over the years.

I bought Rich's ED30 from him and indeed - it is in a very sorry state, but clearly has a lot of care lavished over it in his ownership. So I'm taking on the baton and restoring the car back to it's former glory and it will become my new daily, which will sit alongside my fully forged Megane 250 Track Car and Golf MK7 1.6 Bluemotion (which will be sold eventually).

I wonder if there are still marks on the side skirts from when we were doing the cam-chain  :P

I'm doing a video series of the restoration and return to greatness of the car on my detailing channel. Feel free to keep up to date with the project here -

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Title: Re: rich83 - Edition 30..... Breaking
Post by: Andy on September 25, 2023, 05:03:40 pm
Excellent Jay  be good to be saved