Post by: FamousGTI on October 01, 2014, 10:05:53 pm
Hey Guys, This will be my first Build Thread as i'm pretty new to the forum.
I Have been In Love with Mk5 Golf GTI's for a long time, and the time had come to buy myself one after a Long Awaited saving Period! i decided to make a Build thread, for both my personal Log of all the little bits that i do to the car over time, and also to share with others alike, gather and share new ideas! :happy2:
Any opinions and ideas are welcome so Post Away, its always nice to hear peoples feedback! :jumping:
Big Dreams and ideas with this one want to create something different, and something that represents me and the things that i Love about this car. ill keep you posted along the way on its journey to show Car Worthy Condition! :grin:
Recent Cambelt and WaterPump done and A Full Service. as it says above i have just clocked over 27,000 miles after a good drive up to Norwich last weekend. (I Am from Kent) it was a Solid 2/3 hour drive, but it gave the car a good run and was a pleasure to drive, It is a Manual Box too!
A Few Specs:
-Climate Control
-17" Diamond Cut Monza's
-Auto Wipers
-Auto Lights
-Tartan Interior Which i would take over Leather any day.
the Condition is immaculate to say the least!
And all of the other usual bits and pieces too many to list.
The only downside is there is no sunroof! but with the spec, condition and mileage i couldn't say no!
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Post by: chrisr763 on October 01, 2014, 10:19:21 pm
I'm assuming it will be on air? :innocent:
Post by: FamousGTI on October 01, 2014, 10:39:56 pm
- Exhaust Turbo back system (Done)
- Re-Map (Done)
- Smoothed US Chrome front grill (Done)
- Oem Touchscreen Headunit (Done)
- Ed30 front Splitter or Votex - (Still Looking for one!!)
- R32 rear bumper (Done)
- Shorter Ariel (Done)
- GTI Seat Inserts (Done)
- Key Emblem stickers (Done)
- Valeo LED Rear Tails (Done)
- Glass wiper Blank Insert (Done)
- Xenon headlights
- I Want to pick up VAGCOM at some point giving me access to turning on the DLR indicators
- LED Bulbs all round, in and out.
- Mk6 Steering wheel
- Mk6 Edition 35 Gear Knob and Gator
Once i get the car looking how i want it too, i can then start branching out into performance Mods, it has plenty of power for me to have fun with at the moment, after all i want it to be a show car. that's not saying i wont be doing plenty of performance bits in the future though, starting with the exhaust and Re-Map.
For now, Work on the surface Mods until i get the Air fitted late summer; Hopefully in time to show it off at Editon38, and then it is on to wheels! :grin:
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Post by: FamousGTI on October 04, 2014, 10:53:00 pm
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Post by: FamousGTI on October 06, 2014, 12:33:50 am
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Post by: FamousGTI on October 12, 2014, 07:13:13 pm
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I also have a Chrome Stripped US spec front grill on the way, so ill get that fitted when it arrives! i also havn't had a chance to give the car a clean since buying it due to work commitments, and the weather being so terrible! if the weather holds up tomorrow i shall try and get out there for a few hours and give it a blast with the snowfoam and a good wax/Detail! :laugh:
Post by: jake-w07 on October 12, 2014, 08:39:17 pm
Post by: FamousGTI on October 12, 2014, 10:59:40 pm
Looking good mate similar to my black gti ive just ordered some of the seat wrenchs look so much better with them on. Ive just fit a non res milltek catback with gt80 tips sounds and looks soo much better now
Cheers Buddy, Yes it makes it look so much smarter, just adds something else to the interior! ah, nice man, is this a side exit twin tip that you have got? i am really stuck between sticking with a side exit or R32'ing the rear end and get two centre exit's! :scared: :ashamed:
Post by: Wayne D on October 13, 2014, 09:28:27 am
Post by: jake-w07 on October 13, 2014, 02:00:52 pm
Looking good mate similar to my black gti ive just ordered some of the seat wrenchs look so much better with them on. Ive just fit a non res milltek catback with gt80 tips sounds and looks soo much better now
Cheers Buddy, Yes it makes it look so much smarter, just adds something else to the interior! ah, nice man, is this a side exit twin tip that you have got? i am really stuck between sticking with a side exit or R32'ing the rear end and get two centre exit's! :scared: :ashamed:
Ive got the twin side exit with standard rear valance looks pretty good, but yeah the r32 twin exit in the centre does look alot nicer
Post by: FamousGTI on January 08, 2015, 11:51:18 pm
I went a bit mad on a spending spree and purchased a few parts:
- White Centre Valeo LED Tail lights. Very excited to get these on, love the look they give to the rear end! found a New set on Ebay, for Just under £280 from germany, well worth the money Imo.
- R32 Rear bumper Valance. i had a big debate and many hours scrolling through the forums as to go OEM or a Good replica part... OEM parts were going for £280-350, i would then need to get a respray so i was looking at well over £400 quid and thats before a £1,000 exhaust system! :confused:
so i decided to go for a replica part, but not a single cast bumper, as i wanted the lower cutout valance to come away from the main bumper, i felt they have a little more depth within their look, also a lot similar to the original part! that will be on its way the the body-shop for paint when it arrives. Looking to get a full system custom made for the mk5 too over the next month or so, want it to sound and look crazy, i have always been a fan of the r32 rear end, much more aggressive and wider. so decided to take the plunge!
I Also ended up buying a few smaller details
- New VW Logo Key badges as they hard worn away on my Key Fob.
-OEM VW Bottle opener to go within the sliding compartment Under the arm rest, the cutout was getting on my nerves :laugh:
Only small things but things that need doing. I will be updating you with pictures as the parts arrive, and will let you know on the fitment of bumper and lights, if anyone was unsure much like i was about going OEM or replica parts the R32 rear end, hopefully i can solve a few of these questions!
Post by: FamousGTI on January 08, 2015, 11:57:32 pm
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Post by: Chedburn on January 09, 2015, 09:30:35 am
Excited to hear how the R32 rear goes. Do you have a link for the valance?
Cheers
Post by: dom069 on January 09, 2015, 12:28:07 pm
Post by: Yorkie92 on January 09, 2015, 01:02:19 pm
Really low miles and nice spec :smiley:
Post by: MC71 on January 09, 2015, 03:44:51 pm
Post by: FamousGTI on January 09, 2015, 07:03:50 pm
You have done the same things as me haha, I know what you mean with the cutout for the bottle opener :happy2:
Really low miles and nice spec :smiley:
Cheers buddy! i know i kept looking at the bottle opener cutout and needed something to go there! :laugh: :laugh:
Post by: FamousGTI on January 09, 2015, 07:05:48 pm
She looks like a nice clean base to start your modding with. :drinking:
Thanks man! :grin:
Post by: FamousGTI on January 09, 2015, 07:08:11 pm
Which R32 rear did you go for? It's something that I've been toying with as well, but like you I'm not sure if I can justify the cost of a genuine part.
Very nice low mile example! The key fob emblem was my first mod too haha.
Excited to hear how the R32 rear goes. Do you have a link for the valance?
Cheers
Cheers for the comments everyone, much appreciated! :grin: :grin: :grin:
The Link to the R32 Rear Valance is here: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-GOLF-R32-REAR-BUMPER-REAR-VALANCE-MK5-GTI-TDI-GT-R32-FSI-NEW-BEST-QUALITY/181633249141?_trksid=p2047675.c100011.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140107083358%26meid%3Da38b0e2500b74d85866cbbba27fbb55f%26pid%3D100011%26prg%3D20140107083358%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D10%26sd%3D281361097419
It was a little more expensive than the single cast bumpers which were around £100, but as said before i wanted a more OEM approach!
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Post by: jedi-knight83 on January 09, 2015, 07:23:19 pm
very low mileage one you have there. Jealous.
Post by: FamousGTI on January 09, 2015, 08:07:51 pm
congrats and welcome to mk5 ownership. Its a great little car for sure. Just decided to keep mine for a bit longer so have some more OEM+ upgrades planned.
very low mileage one you have there. Jealous.
Thankyou, loving every minute of it so far! :laugh: What you planning for yours man? haha, Yeah something i really wanted to try and get is a low mileage car i didn't mind spending a little more, gives me a bit of peace of mind!
Post by: jedi-knight83 on January 09, 2015, 08:11:25 pm
congrats and welcome to mk5 ownership. Its a great little car for sure. Just decided to keep mine for a bit longer so have some more OEM+ upgrades planned.
very low mileage one you have there. Jealous.
Thankyou, loving every minute of it so far! :laugh: What you planning for yours man? haha, Yeah something i really wanted to try and get is a low mileage car i didn't mind spending a little more, gives me a bit of peace of mind!
I've already done a lot. Planning retrofit OEM DAB ariel adapter and bluetooth or MDI. Also bigger brakes. More sound deadening. replace all bushes and shocks.
Post by: FamousGTI on January 09, 2015, 08:21:05 pm
congrats and welcome to mk5 ownership. Its a great little car for sure. Just decided to keep mine for a bit longer so have some more OEM+ upgrades planned.
very low mileage one you have there. Jealous.
Thankyou, loving every minute of it so far! :laugh: What you planning for yours man? haha, Yeah something i really wanted to try and get is a low mileage car i didn't mind spending a little more, gives me a bit of peace of mind!
I've already done a lot. Planning retrofit OEM DAB ariel adapter and bluetooth or MDI. Also bigger brakes. More sound deadening. replace all bushes and shocks.
sounds good to me! i am thinking of DAB + New HeadUnit and some bigger brakes later on in the year, so many things to upgrade and buy!
Post by: FamousGTI on January 12, 2015, 06:25:08 pm
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One of the Engine bay Looking to get some black cap lids for the coolant and washer bottle get rid of the blue. Also an audi R8 Oil cap.
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Post by: FamousGTI on January 12, 2015, 09:39:41 pm
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These will be fitted as soon as possible, more pictures to follow!
Post by: FamousGTI on January 13, 2015, 09:59:28 pm
fitting was pretty simple, Some of the Bolts are a little difficult to get to when removing the old lights, but the whole job took less than an hour. :drinking:
One Light removed, i gave it a quick clean ready for the new ones to fit in. to remove: There are 2 Nut/bolts which are underneath the boot lining on each side, Unclip the wiring loom and the lights come free! the boot Lid Lights are a little harder, we ended up un-clipping the boot Trim so that a wrench could get to the Nuts that were in a tricky space!
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A comparison to the original lights (Left) and Valeo's (Right) still with plastic coating on! :ashamed:
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Both fitted, i couldn't be happier with them.
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Post by: jedi-knight83 on January 13, 2015, 10:02:55 pm
Post by: jedi-knight83 on January 13, 2015, 10:05:00 pm
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And with the ED30 light with the clear lens (red bulb so it still shines red)
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Post by: FamousGTI on January 13, 2015, 10:09:12 pm
Ok.. these are the old lights.. but the red fog lens stuck out like a sore thumb!!yeah, i like the symmetry man, ill look into doing it on the valeo's. although i wont be able to use a red bulb due to them being LED's is the lens swap over easy to do?
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And with the ED30 light with the clear lens (red bulb so it still shines red)
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Post by: jedi-knight83 on January 13, 2015, 10:11:09 pm
You should also be able to get a RED flashing LED bulb in that size.
Post by: FamousGTI on January 13, 2015, 10:14:25 pm
Yes.. it pops out. in fact you SHOULD be able to use the clear lens from your old lights.Alright man thanks, i shall take a look into it, would be handy if i can just swap over the one from my the originals, makes it a little easier and will save me from buying a new lens.
You should also be able to get a RED flashing LED bulb in that size.
Post by: FamousGTI on January 13, 2015, 10:18:12 pm
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Post by: Swampy on January 24, 2015, 09:12:02 am
Post by: FamousGTI on January 24, 2015, 08:15:09 pm
That grille looks stunning, such a difference the chrome makes.
Cheers mate! :drinking: I'm a big fan of the chrome over the red think it suits the black well.
Post by: Tracey on January 25, 2015, 02:28:46 am
Post by: FamousGTI on January 27, 2015, 05:05:22 pm
Looking forward to seen the rear of this now ! Lights look lovely on the black car and the rear R32 look very good aswell! What are you going to do about the insert for the pipes? yo going to leave it or spray? :smiley:
Thankyou! it should all come together in the next few weeks. going to leave the Exhaust insert the matte black, i think it makes the bumper stand out better, can always change it round if i am not fond of how it looks! :grin:
Post by: FamousGTI on January 29, 2015, 06:31:40 pm
Went out and Picked the Rear bumper from the Paint shop today, they have done a stunning job! :jumping:
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Now it was the job of fitting the reflectors, Exhaust valance and the Heat shield took no more than 10 minutes.
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Post by: chrisr763 on January 30, 2015, 02:28:08 pm
Post by: FamousGTI on February 03, 2015, 07:41:22 pm
That paint does look good! Where did you get it painted?
I got it Painted at PDAutoRefinishers Near Dartford/Kent mate, did a top job on it!
Post by: FamousGTI on February 06, 2015, 05:39:57 pm
i really Couldn't recommend them any better, it was fantastic! i was in for a custom remap, and R32 Full turbo back system which was made up on the day and the build quality is next to none and SOUNDS THE NUTS + goes like a rocket!! :jumping: Really gets going when the turbo kicks in!
A few shots during the day!
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I didn't manage to get any photos of the finished result yesterday, but have been out today for a drive and some pictures.
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I decided to go for the 4" Blue skinny cut tips as opposed to the bulkier rolled tips. I think it gives the rear a more aggressive look especially contrasting the black!
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Post by: xjay1337 on February 06, 2015, 05:52:41 pm
We're off there next Friday to get a quad system for the Mrs A4.
Alex recommended them well !
Post by: FamousGTI on February 06, 2015, 06:20:33 pm
Exhaust looks great man.
We're off there next Friday to get a quad system for the Mrs A4.
Alex recommended them well !
Cheers mate, couldn't be Happier with it, and couldn't recommend them any better Top Work. :drinking:
Post by: MC71 on February 06, 2015, 06:27:49 pm
Keep up the good work.
:happy2:
Post by: FamousGTI on February 06, 2015, 06:56:24 pm
They always look so different and IMHO a lot better with the R32 derrière and central exhaust. The exhaust iteslf looks excellent too, I really do like the cut tips, may have to get the same made up for mine from BCS and see what they look like in place.
Keep up the good work.
:happy2:
Thankyou, i really love the R32 rear, especially with the slashed tips! the exhaust was all hand-custom made on the day some real workmanship gone into it couldn't fault it! Yes i was looking at BCS before hand they have had really good write ups, although after a few recommendations and it being a lot closer to home for me, i decided to go with EMP!
Post by: chrisr763 on February 07, 2015, 10:46:15 am
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Post by: samiul11 on February 07, 2015, 11:00:19 am
Post by: FamousGTI on February 07, 2015, 07:37:49 pm
I'm going to EMP on the 21st for an R32 style exhaust on my TDI. Hopefully it doesn't sound sh*t and I'm sure it will look as good as yours! How much was your remap?
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Nice buddy, i don't think you will be disappointed lemme know how you get on! I got the full turbo back system; well worth the money if i am honest! for both the exhaust and remap it was £1200, Exhaust was £850, the Remap was £350 both inc VAT. i thought i might as well get the full whack done! :jumpmove: :jumpmove: :jumpmove:
Post by: FamousGTI on February 07, 2015, 07:39:04 pm
How much did the exhaust set you back? And can we get a cheeky vid :grin:
The Exhaust was £850 on its own mate, and the remap was £350 so together was £1200 well worth the Money IMO! and yes i will get a few cheeky vids up ;)
Post by: Andy on February 07, 2015, 07:53:25 pm
Post by: FamousGTI on February 07, 2015, 08:45:50 pm
exhaust looks excellent
Cheers mate! :drinking:
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Post by: chrisr763 on February 08, 2015, 09:53:23 am
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Post by: FamousGTI on February 09, 2015, 01:11:00 pm
Post by: FamousGTI on February 17, 2015, 04:42:00 pm
Also going to look into changing all of the interior lights to LED's and grabbing some chrome bits and pieces, will update what gets bought and when they arrive!
I am still on the hunt for an Edition 30 front Splitter so if anyone has one or knows the best place to buy one, give me a shout! :drinking:
Post by: FamousGTI on April 09, 2015, 11:03:24 pm
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Purchased the LED plate bulb units, and a set of front and rear pressed plates. Currently am only running the rear pressed plates at the minute, as the front is cable tied to the Lower Grille, didn't really fancy drilling the new plates yet.
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The old unit came out with a few Torx screws and some trim clips, and the new unit went in.
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Overwhelmed with the sound quality, Aux Input, USB, Bluetooth, GPS, DVD etc.etc, and it really fits in well with the interior. :jumpmove:
Post by: TForrest94 on April 10, 2015, 08:54:31 am
Where abouts in kent are you based?
Tommy
Post by: FamousGTI on April 13, 2015, 05:26:04 pm
Emp and the body shop have done a cracking job on the golf mate really sets it off nicely
Where abouts in kent are you based?
Tommy
Cheers mate, very happy with the outcome! :grin: I am around the Maidstone area, are you local to Kent?
Post by: TForrest94 on April 14, 2015, 08:38:06 pm
Emp and the body shop have done a cracking job on the golf mate really sets it off nicely
Where abouts in kent are you based?
Tommy
Cheers mate, very happy with the outcome! :grin: I am around the Maidstone area, are you local to Kent?
Yea whitstable at the minute but loved in welling before good to see more popping up
Post by: FamousGTI on April 15, 2015, 10:22:35 pm
Emp and the body shop have done a cracking job on the golf mate really sets it off nicely
Where abouts in kent are you based?
Tommy
Cheers mate, very happy with the outcome! :grin: I am around the Maidstone area, are you local to Kent?
Yea whitstable at the minute but loved in welling before good to see more popping up
Fair Enough man, its nice to know there are lots of other mk5 owners local!
Post by: FamousGTI on December 06, 2015, 12:12:34 am
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It was their first install of the new Airlift Performance 3P Management system, this is paired with Airlifts performance struts/ and a 5 gallon tank. was excited to see what they would do with the new shaped control panel blending it into the Cigarette lighter compartment. the new Panel is also trimmed in Alcantara and fits like a glove. :popcornsoda:
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I will get some photos up at some point of the boot build. I wanted a simple half sunk tank Build for the moment, until some future plans develop. :grin: :grin: :grin:
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Absolutely over the moon with the result, and I'm really looking forward to the summer months next year already
Next on the shopping list is an Edition30 Splitter if anyone has one for sale give me a shout. Then its on to UltimateDubs in March so i might see a few of you there!
Post by: FrameSet on December 06, 2015, 05:23:16 pm
Post by: FamousGTI on December 07, 2015, 05:18:16 pm
This is awesome! :laugh: Where did you get your led plate light units from? Ive had just eBay led bulbs on my previous 2 mk5's but am after whole units this time :smiley:
They were from Ebay mate, think i paid about £15 quid for them really easy to fit too! :happy2:
Post by: Christopherrw on December 07, 2015, 08:09:55 pm
Post by: FamousGTI on December 07, 2015, 11:44:03 pm
Good to see it bagged dude, I've literally just picked up myself a black 3dr gti with low miles and its getting bagged ASAP! I'm from Eastbourne too mate so not that far away
Fair enough man, I'm sure you will have a ton of fun with it. Such nice cars to drive and to look at :jumpmove: Yeah dude I'm from Maidstone so only about an hours drive away
Post by: FamousGTI on December 12, 2015, 11:51:15 pm
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Post by: Tracey on December 14, 2015, 08:38:40 pm
Post by: FamousGTI on December 15, 2015, 05:39:42 pm
Came across this on instagram! Looks deadly now bagged! ED30 lip will finish the outside of lovely! Will be in the market for a GTI in the new year myself :happy2:
Thanks for the kind words! :drinking: Yeah i know looking for one is so tedious they pop up so rarely; if by the new year i haven't found one second hand, ill buy one from the dealership! Nicee :jumpmove: such an enjoyable car to drive and look at :drool: what are you driving at the moment?
Post by: Christopherrw on December 16, 2015, 07:00:52 pm
Post by: Tracey on December 16, 2015, 11:16:46 pm
Thanks for the kind words! :drinking: Yeah i know looking for one is so tedious they pop up so rarely; if by the new year i haven't found one second hand, ill buy one from the dealership! Nicee :jumpmove: such an enjoyable car to drive and look at :drool: what are you driving at the moment?
Im in ireland too so there even rarer to find here! Im still driving the grey 5 door tdi... Have a decent job now so will be able to afford the GTI and comute to work is only 10 minutes. Ill be keeping my bags, xenons, r32 rears and a few more nice parts for the new car! Wont be until the end of january id say anyway :happy2:
Post by: FamousGTI on December 17, 2015, 11:50:31 pm
Post by: FamousGTI on December 18, 2015, 07:15:32 pm
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Post by: Imwithstupid on December 19, 2015, 10:24:06 am
Post by: FamousGTI on December 19, 2015, 03:40:13 pm
really clean looking boot install that :partywave:
Cheers mate! :happy2:
Post by: FamousGTI on December 29, 2015, 09:44:47 pm
Doing some test fitting Yesterday with a set of RAD48 DR1's, Loving how they look! Might think about running them for some shows next year... :drool:
Post by: jaffa on December 29, 2015, 09:57:35 pm
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Post by: Martk19871 on January 03, 2016, 06:09:13 pm
I hate monza's but they actually look decent
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Dont think they are Monzas matey, these a much better :drool:
Post by: jaffa on January 03, 2016, 06:24:39 pm
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Post by: Ryan_Gti06 on January 03, 2016, 07:51:43 pm
Post by: Martk19871 on January 03, 2016, 10:18:43 pm
I know they aren't monza's they are a very similar design but I hate monza's and these don't look that bad
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Im not a big fan of Monzas either, mine make good winter wheels though
Post by: FamousGTI on January 04, 2016, 07:34:06 pm
:drool: They look savage man!! So different!
Thanks Dude, I Appreciate it! :drinking:
Post by: FamousGTI on January 04, 2016, 07:46:47 pm
I hate monza's but they actually look decent
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Dont think they are Monzas matey, these a much better :drool:
Cheers guys! :happy2:
Post by: FamousGTI on January 04, 2016, 07:50:36 pm
Think I saw some pics of this on Instagram on those wheels looks nice man, different from the norm and gold looks good too :happy2:
Probably dude, there has been a few floating around on instagram! :laugh: Thanks for the kind words too. The gold surprised me actually, i like it a lot more than i thought i would!
Post by: FamousGTI on January 17, 2016, 09:08:25 pm
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Post by: FamousGTI on January 23, 2016, 02:15:53 pm
Looks ace. Wish I had come across this earlier and seen the Kenwood head unit as I would of gone for that myself
Thanks dude! :grin: The Kenwood is a great unit, can pick them up for a reasonable price too!
Post by: FamousGTI on January 23, 2016, 02:17:07 pm
Dammmmmm look at them wheels :drool:
Thanks man i was really keen on the combo, but probably won't be staying for 2016 though, got a few new ideas! :jumpmove:
Post by: FamousGTI on January 23, 2016, 02:18:15 pm
Looks nice and simply. Crying out for xenons though.
cheers! :drinking: Yes, they are next on the list! I am eyeing up a pair as we speak!
Post by: Andy on January 23, 2016, 05:26:32 pm
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love how the mods on your car and them alloys :drool:
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Post by: FamousGTI on May 08, 2016, 02:42:09 pm
There's also been some other pieces added, a Matte Black Sunstrip, repainted the chrome strip on the front grille matte black & I have also managed to grab an edition 30 front splitter!
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Post by: dansmith180 on May 08, 2016, 03:41:50 pm
Really liked the RAD48's actually considered a set myself. And the OZ's will always look bang on :happy2:
Post by: FamousGTI on May 08, 2016, 04:36:32 pm
Looking good mate, not a big scene/ show car person but this is a nice clean example and a bit more to my tastes
Really liked the RAD48's actually considered a set myself. And the OZ's will always look bang on :happy2:
Thankyou dude, much appreciated! i wanted to try and keep a clean look with this build and i feel the OZs are perfect for that! i really like the Rad48s too man, a really nice wheel, I would recommend them anyday!
Post by: shaunnorris7 on May 08, 2016, 11:18:07 pm
Out of curiosity did you ask for that 3P set up or did they suggest it?
I've been emailing Phil @ The Install Company (he used to work for Plush but has gone solo) and he suggested that same set up for me.
After researching it they do a 3H system with height/weight sensors too.
Cheers
Post by: FamousGTI on May 09, 2016, 03:10:37 pm
Cars looking great!!
Out of curiosity did you ask for that 3P set up or did they suggest it?
I've been emailing Phil @ The Install Company (he used to work for Plush but has gone solo) and he suggested that same set up for me.
After researching it they do a 3H system with height/weight sensors too.
Cheers
Thank you! i was originally looking at V2 management, and was offered 3P at a very good price over the V2 so i decided to take the upgrade! very glad i did. it just depends if you want to splash out and get the 3H system; if I'm honest 3P is a fantastic management and i can't really see much point in the extra money but it depends what you want out of it,
Obviously 3H being height censored, it can adjust with different weight in the car, however i have found even with a heavy load in the car the 3P handles it perfectly.
Hope that helps! :happy2:
Post by: jay26r on May 09, 2016, 03:34:41 pm
Post by: FamousGTI on May 09, 2016, 06:27:52 pm
not a thing i would change on this car, looks perfect :happy2:
Thanks man, its getting there! :grin:
Post by: FamousGTI on May 30, 2016, 05:54:59 pm
I took a trip down to the AutoFinesse Chill&Grill yesterday; it was a really relaxed day, and some good cars on display. it was probably the best the car has looked to date! cleaned up really well with help from a selection of Auto Finesse Goods. definitely should have taken some better pictures though...
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Post by: xjay1337 on June 15, 2016, 12:22:40 am