MK5 Golf GTI

All Things Mk5 => Members Rides => Topic started by: MateyGuv on July 15, 2013, 11:17:20 pm

Title: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on July 15, 2013, 11:17:20 pm
Hello all.
Iv been a member since getting my Ed30 in March but have not got round to saying hi and introducing myself.  Iv loved my dubs and have had a few tasty ones.  Iv been lucky enough to own 3 G40's, a Lupo GTi and a Polo GTi 1.8Turbo.  My Polo (2006) was written off by a drunk driver and I kinda lost the love for messing around with cars so went into a company car and had been in them till March this year.  The company I was working for was BMW so they weren't the normal rep mobiles  :grin:  This Ed30 is my first Golf but I knew I'd love it.  Took me a while to find but now Iv got some initial issues sorted worth the wait.  Some of you may recognise the car as it was advertised for sale in this forum.  Anyhow here it is -

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30%2FFront.jpg&hash=9c744f7c1894b9f31a4ad3a04ab4c4c45bf44ad7)

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It was a fairly standard car when I got it.  The previous owner has installed complete LED interior lights with sidelights and puddle lights and an RNS510.  On the day I picked it up he said "every now and again the alarm goes off for no reason but don't worry about it"  I thought - well I'm sure you can guess - but the car is in such lovely condition I took the risk.......... lots of sleepless nights, countless hours searching the internet and ultimately a chance comment to Eddie-NL (big thank you Eddie!!) got it sorted.  I'm now really loving it and have done a few things to freshen it up a bit.

Its been to Awesome GTi to have a full service and general check over.

First up I fitted Chrome switches

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30%2FDriverDoor.jpg&hash=e2cbaa1e8d201f6756ae9deb0beb1194a609bdd2)

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Then some chrome bits for the engine - The oil cap isn't quite right but working on it

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30%2FShineyBits.jpg&hash=fd1350ec5335e8abf195fb94d543a4d304de6eda)

Genuine open Fog grills followed

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Boot mat and net next

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MK6 red stitched steering wheel after that

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I have plans to get a bit more power but want to get the car set up to my liking so getting bits together - Alloy goodness.....

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TT rack so alloy hubs will be an easier fit (I think)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30%2FRack.jpg&hash=5f3264bb0e700751fa68cc24c22cce7e068cc58e)

Lots planned but as with everything its all when funds allow.  Hope you like the car and I'll keep my build updated when I do more bits.  Trying to source Ed30 Mats at the moment.

Cheers     :drinking:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Frodo-anni on July 15, 2013, 11:31:39 pm
Looks nice, often wish i had waited for a 3dr steel grey, but after nearly 8 months i got fed up of looking and choose condition over spec.

This may help, he has a set of mats available

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,67920.0.html
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: samg77 on July 15, 2013, 11:36:36 pm
Very nice car! :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on July 16, 2013, 02:09:05 pm
Cheers guys
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Eddie-NL on July 16, 2013, 02:26:11 pm
Nice car

nice to see pics of car
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave J on July 16, 2013, 10:21:35 pm
Lovely looking ED30, but would say that as I'm biased! Looks in great condition  :smiley:
Some nice subtle mods there - the hubs & wishbones should make a great difference. Have the parts lined up for mine too, so will be interested to hear what you think of them.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on July 17, 2013, 02:16:59 pm
Thank you  :happy2:
I'm not sure iv got all the right bits yet and won't do it for a while. I plan to do the whole front end in one hit - bushes, diff, arb, brakes and suspension. You'll probably get yours done before mine Dave!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: billman on July 23, 2013, 10:30:54 pm
Great color and in very good condition. Please write your impressions when you place the TT parts as I'm interested in doing the same.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: N13SCB on July 24, 2013, 07:31:49 am
Best colour  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Ryan88uk on July 24, 2013, 02:55:34 pm
Looks nice, often wish i had waited for a 3dr steel grey, but after nearly 8 months i got fed up of looking and choose condition over spec.

This may help, he has a set of mats available

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,67920.0.html

8 Months!! Holy cow lol
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: sarobertson1 on July 24, 2013, 11:30:25 pm
yea.....that alarm was a bit of a bugger. was driving me insane! :jumping: glad you got it sorted out. :happy2: what was the issue in the end?

still, not a day goes by that i dont think about it. glad to see you are keeping it in the condition it left here in and interested to see what you end up doing with it.

Stu

Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: baz121 on July 25, 2013, 12:20:22 pm
nice choice of colour   :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: absolute on July 25, 2013, 11:34:12 pm
Nice car, I wanted a grey one. Glad you got the issues sorted, nothing like having that on the back of your mind is there.

Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: N8KOW on July 28, 2013, 02:26:14 pm
Swine! Grey 3dr with DSG and xenons, just what i want!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Steve Saunders on July 30, 2013, 11:42:59 am
Very nice mate, great spec!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: vw99 on September 02, 2013, 11:24:56 am
Smart!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 08, 2013, 10:10:37 pm
Thanks everyone for the kind words  :happy2:

Iv done a fair bit since I last updated but have had major computer problems so only been on the forum through my phone.  Now my computer is sorted though its time to update my build......

Hi Stu!!

Yeah the alarm was a proper pain in the bum!!!!!!!!!!!! After spending a small fortune it turned out to be the inner ignition micro switch - replaced that and all good so far  :pomppomp:

Ok loads of pics to follow so gonna do it step by step



Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 08, 2013, 10:19:21 pm
I'v always had privacy glass in my cars and wanted the same in this car.  I personally don't like window film applied because in my experience it never dries right.  I priced up replacing the glass and although possible seemed a huge amount to spend on the glass - and I didn't like the idea of removing the spoiler to get the rear screen out.  I settled on some window blinds from a company called Sonniboy.  I went for these because these were the only ones I could find that had a one piece rear section.  The other kits I found all used a two piece rear screen blind which means that there is a blatant join line visible in the rear screen.  My car is a three door and it really was as easy as this sounds to install.  Pop the blinds in and walk away!!! Looks like privacy glass until you get really close to it and you can see the blind material.  Im really happy with the end result and like the idea that I can take them out in the winter months when its dark early so I can still see whos behind me.

The kit....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_New_Stuff%2FSonniboy.jpg&hash=45f56c66a5e5564175f043398503bf13360dd539)

Before....

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Installed....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_New_Stuff%2FSonniboyafter.jpg&hash=34cbf51697846b7d2287d8de0152ee5575738914)

Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 08, 2013, 10:22:14 pm
Put seat inserts in.....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_New_Stuff%2FSeatInsert.jpg&hash=8291f4a55c6297be3e0a37f3080df214c9d87b57)

Installed LED Fog Light Bulbs...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_New_Stuff%2FLEDFogs.jpg&hash=47b0dcc37e22bef0b18529a2a37065dc3025d5a6)

Night shot....

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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 08, 2013, 10:25:15 pm
Thought I better fit better jack points as future plans means the car will be on the ramps a fair bit so S3 items were fitted.  I sprayed them Yellow to be identified easily

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_New_Stuff%2FF8092B73-3993-49B6-8031-7E05E3C1EE0A-1276-0000012D7F7B5D64.jpg&hash=6a562bd9aa6d5c59fcbe946e4a8c506d068f497b)

Rears fitted - didn't take a pic of the fronts but sure everyone has seen them before....

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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 08, 2013, 10:29:47 pm
Sprayed the lower bumper with Plastidip - real easy stuff to use and, imho, looks the business.

Masked roughly around area.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_New_Stuff%2FPlastidip.jpg&hash=91611440aa7bdc53c5995a4d7d199e2e807ea358)

Let dry and pealed area not wanted away to leave this....

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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 08, 2013, 10:35:32 pm
Giving the Ed a spirited drive  :driver: and major misfire happened - engine light came on  :scared: Plugged in and misfire on 3 & 4.  I know the coil packs are a bit poo so hoped if they were replaced everything would be back to normal.  Got Red Top coil packs (R8 apparently) and a set of new plugs.  Installed and the car felt like it had a mini remap!!  I can only think the coil packs were on the way out since I picked the car up cause it absolutely fly's now.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_New_Stuff%2FRedTops.jpg&hash=0a19e282c86dcefa3bfb45b68f7e74e9fbd7aa10)

They look kinda cool fitted too.....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_New_Stuff%2FRedTopsFitted.jpg&hash=4d99331a56cd9d9fd8b804f0151236fb92c99598)

Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: N8KOW on September 08, 2013, 10:45:44 pm
Fancy selling  :laugh:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 08, 2013, 10:54:22 pm
Not a chance  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: N8KOW on September 09, 2013, 12:19:22 am
Bloody swine  :grin: Looks lovely, will be watching.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MichaelR on September 11, 2013, 07:38:52 pm
Looking good! Where did you get the boot mat and net?
Can't wait to pick mine up, 2 more days!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Frodo-anni on September 11, 2013, 07:43:10 pm
How easy were the jacking points to fit, have thought of these considering how often i take my wheels off.

Any part numbers/cost?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 11, 2013, 09:50:04 pm
Got boot mat and net from TPS - say your in the trade and they usually will give you 10% off. Iv never had to prove it so worth a go.

Here is where I got the part numbers and fitting guide for the jacking points - about a 20 min job. Rears were really easy fronts were tough to take originals out but S3 items went back in a treat
http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=18186.0
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MichaelR on September 12, 2013, 07:38:14 am
Got boot mat and net from TPS - say your in the trade and they usually will give you 10% off. Iv never had to prove it so worth a go.

Here is where I got the part numbers and fitting guide for the jacking points - about a 20 min job. Rears were really easy fronts were tough to take originals out but S3 items went back in a treat
http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=18186.0

Cheers ill have a browse!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 15, 2013, 09:01:14 pm
Done some more simple mods.....

Fitted Rev G DV as my Rev D was not holding its boost

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_New_Stuff%2FRevG.jpg&hash=53a5d1d44e0fe851be4e464139128e4416e5e63f)

Fitted the parts for boot pop and had it coded to open on the remote

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_New_Stuff%2FBootpop.jpg&hash=1b60594d9b5ef7ec88d6c3b08215dac7f59f5e2e)

Got fed up with the rain comming into the car on the way to work (I like to have the window open a little) so fitted wind deflectors.  Real easy to fit but removing the stickers that were on them was an absolute nightmare.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_New_Stuff%2FWind.jpg&hash=69def3d0e8c56169362a1f95d56e4bfe3f5b753b)

Fitted - Not sure I like the look of them fitted, but getting used to the new look. This kit didnt need any clips so I can always take them off without causing damage to the window rubber.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_New_Stuff%2FWindfitted.jpg&hash=e7c8663ef1dfe6f5a52b7cf263eed790e3a8faf7)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 15, 2013, 09:08:00 pm
More bits

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_New_Stuff%2FBits.jpg&hash=10306a4ccc423159dae9d070e5a8e97d3bfdc355)

Under seat storage installed

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_New_Stuff%2FDrawfitted.jpg&hash=70604a68788de935aa011ebab19a7b2857e55093)

Delivery from the States turned up, really wanted one of these and managed to find one unopened and sealed in box - yeah I'm kinda sad like that  :stupid:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_New_Stuff%2FFast.jpg&hash=2a68954eb153d887cb3fd75262cf210894231a1f)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: JoeDarKa on September 15, 2013, 09:49:15 pm
I took the stickers off mine. Cant remember if they were a pig to fit or not! Looking good otherwise
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: N8KOW on September 17, 2013, 12:52:48 am
Whats next fella, looking good, where did you get the steering wheel from?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 17, 2013, 09:12:29 am
Next up projector fog lights and proper ed30 mats. After that I'm gonna get the front end done but that'll be expensive! Got the wheel from Eddie-NL. I was lucky he was able to get the red stitched one - I wouldn't have gone for one if it didn't have the red though
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: N8KOW on September 18, 2013, 07:12:54 pm
Exactly what I'm after! Red stitched one  :innocent:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: GTI.Dav on September 18, 2013, 09:15:02 pm
Very nice. Love all the little touches
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: samg77 on September 23, 2013, 06:20:39 pm
Looks spot on! :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on October 14, 2013, 08:11:40 pm
Nothing too exciting but done a few more bits. Nearlly how I want it before starting on more serious mods.
After reading and seeing the Roh Echt intake valve cleaning DIY guide (
)
figured its gotta be worth a go so used this to do it...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Oct_2013%2FSeafoam.jpg&hash=b0969cdd41d269db32adda87e535ce4453ccd954)

The car seems to start up a little better, but that may have something to do with the other bits I have done.  The amount of smoke that was produced was impressive to say the least - I can only liken it to a military smoke granade in its density.  Seems to be a little happier on tick over too, but it may just be me!!

My car has been running its original PCV since I got it so wanted to update that to the most recent one. Interesting the change in design over the years...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Oct_2013%2FPCVoldandnew.jpg&hash=6dbf96e9eb103ca60e00721f9fb3e1467b362b72)

Fitted...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Oct_2013%2FPCVfitted.jpg&hash=9ee78b86b99726a80d30ebe96c67d12ba873c286)

After a bit of a nightmare getting one... I had bits missing from my order - like the piston and the piston spring - you know nothing major or anything!!!! Finally got the GFB DV+. Iv fitted it on a Rev D as I figure, maybe, the solenoid may be stronger than the rev G as the rev D has to operate a piston. Probably exactly the same, they do look identical, but thought I'd give it a go. If anyone knows please do say  :happy2:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Oct_2013%2FGFB.jpg&hash=60f9058f86cc1bd77f31fbfaf14f6a1a1dc04ac9)

Fitted...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Oct_2013%2FGFBfitted.jpg&hash=f08f89dcb6e0a8548f63aa9c453444f9a0f91090)

So far really impressed with the way it responds to my right foot and certainly feels more sure of its self holding the boost.

Thats it for now but more bits coming  :pomppomp:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on October 25, 2013, 10:16:50 pm
Got a revo Intake from AKS (Cheers for quick delivery Alex) and fitted tonight. The induction roar is amazing now and can really hear the difference.

Got an engine cover coming soon

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Oct_2013%2FIntakeafter.jpg&hash=aca4338dc614fb53dd620364feae7424ee5953cb)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 11, 2013, 07:44:40 pm
Got some deals on a few bits which ment I needed to do this to the Ed  :scared:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Nov%2FInterior.jpg&hash=0e2f2401c1cf36e495e0374cd3840e196e59b512)

Got this from TPS - Its GPS, FM, DAB and Phone - not used the Phone but run all the other cables, maybe sometime I'll get DAB

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Nov%2FArieal.jpg&hash=d88ee7b3c4f0f9801064485abd32bf2fc09e42b6)

Eddie supplied this, having installed it all myself I have to say I wouldnt like to do it again and would make the journey and get Eddie to do it for me - worth EVERY penny of his time!!!! Loom run and camera fitted...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Nov%2FInnerbadge.jpg&hash=d8f032426502d11007ee39e2fc9ee1e815e780cc)

Fitted and working....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Nov%2FBadgeopen.jpg&hash=e06f6e809dd56d17d4abbab0166e3e4645729514)

First time and it worked!!!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Nov%2FScreen.jpg&hash=79d27f5cea7225c73a2b660ac172e9735b108a82)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 11, 2013, 07:46:04 pm
Got round to fitting a TTS engine cover I got from Alex - working on something special for the insert....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Nov%2FEngineCover.jpg&hash=f35b45ca4589cc0408b230b8e076b7baf2e983bf)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: EddieA on November 11, 2013, 09:37:18 pm
Looks good   :happy2:

Do you have a part number for the aerial at all?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 11, 2013, 11:04:38 pm
The aerial base is 6R0 035 501 A and the whip for that base is 6R0 035 849 A (cheers Dom  :happy2:) My original whip thread is too small for this base so make sure you get the whip too
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 29, 2013, 07:55:44 pm
Time for an update..

My drivers door was not opening on the remote so had to replace the door lock, bit of a pain in the bum but so much better to have it working. Took the opportunity to apply some sound deadening to the outerskin too.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Dec_2013%2FDoorlockfit.jpg&hash=0621efd32eadf2de3fc7f7f902692e3eb206c681)

Got some bits from TPS and made this loom up

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Dec_2013%2FDoorlightloom.jpg&hash=20afddef76cc3497231fe4bfa80f13fa60aab8a2)

Fitted into the door card

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Dec_2013%2FDoorlightloomincard.jpg&hash=0e5ab29e84f35e2f5dfe20e34cd6dd9850db8b51)

Coded and working - was not so impressed with the light output so ordered some LED versions from Boldsport


(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Dec_2013%2FDoorlightfitted.jpg&hash=d505ef6013b049d6c8bc3dd97288000054564a5a)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 29, 2013, 08:01:25 pm
Boldsport goodies arrived - got the door card LED's and the rear/brake light replacement because I was working on something and needed to replace the normal bulbs with LED's to match what I was doing.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Dec_2013%2FBoldsportbulbs.jpg&hash=fa0124dfe3ffa34a2a322d3905ce56ce35ecdb7d)

Door card with standard bulb - the pic makes the light output seem really bad - it aint great but not as bad as this pic makes out

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Dec_2013%2FDoorlightbefore.jpg&hash=a6c98189f41a0fa83b7980764c9373f0ff113750)

LED's fitted to door card lights - amazing difference.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Dec_2013%2FDoorlightafter.jpg&hash=b3a78dc616b8794e5f78385cab633b7bced02d00)

Genuine Edition 30 mats turned up on eBay so grabbed them. Used a whole can of carpet shampoo and a hot pressure wash and they have come up amazingly well!!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Dec_2013%2FED30mats.jpg&hash=2b646cad641685742c37b02ffa273cef4f84d90d)


Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 29, 2013, 08:02:59 pm
The reason I needed LED rear brake lights. Been wanting to try this for a while and really pleased with the results.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Dec_2013%2FQuadrearlights.jpg&hash=82ff83f355c5901832e45e513d4a7c9e0e90c19e)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: JoeDarKa on December 29, 2013, 08:56:38 pm
Oooo how did you do yours? Do the inner and outers match in terms of brightness?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 29, 2013, 09:30:17 pm
Iv put a how to here - http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,77309.0.html
Iv managed to match it spot on, The way iv done it means I can easily change the brightness to how I want it
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: N8KOW on December 29, 2013, 09:40:35 pm
Dude what sidelights have you got?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 29, 2013, 09:45:20 pm
The rear lights are boldsport rears - got a pic of them on page 3 of this build thread
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: N8KOW on December 29, 2013, 11:39:53 pm
Dude what sidelights have you got?

The rear lights are boldsport rears - got a pic of them on page 3 of this build thread

Yeah as above sidelights  :grin:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 30, 2013, 12:01:34 am
I'm confused now - don't take much. They are the only option for rear led bulbs on bold sport for mk5 golf two sets are needed so four bulbs in total. Is that what your asking or do I need to stop drinking now  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: N8KOW on December 30, 2013, 12:08:10 am
SIDELIGHTS. Front SIDELIGHT bulbs  :rolleye:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 30, 2013, 12:20:44 am
Yup time to stop drinking  :P Got auto headlights so the light you can see is the xenons. The car has LEDs all round so the sidelights, puddle lights etc are all led
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: N8KOW on December 30, 2013, 02:01:02 am
Wow. Yes I know what Xenons are, any links to what sidelights you've got  :scared:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 30, 2013, 08:21:52 am
That was emotional wasn't it! I figured at first you were talking about the rear sidelights as that's what the picture I posted was of, then assumed that you were talking about the light on the wall you could see in that picture but turns out you were talking about the bulbs for the front sidelights that's not in the picture. Sorry mate I was a bit drunk last night and my deduction skills were lacking  :signLOL:
I got lucky and got them from eBay - they are un branded china jobbies.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: N8KOW on December 30, 2013, 10:44:28 am
 :grin:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on March 17, 2014, 05:34:17 pm
Little update.

Changed the oil and fitted this -

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ1_2014%2FAlloyFilterHousing.jpg&hash=3adb45620efd0b136e845fceabef4f418d0c9ba0)

While I was doing that fitted this (pain in the bum!!)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ1_2014%2FRS4Valve.jpg&hash=000be8063da77c64da1018db3e15bcbc0479418e)

Got round to sorting my rear vents out
Before...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ1_2014%2FRearAirBroke.jpg&hash=33ac3e7d27ffeea8142872b921debae96d6c22b4)

After, was really bugging me although I never saw it but knew it was not right  :signLOL:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ1_2014%2FRearAirFixed.jpg&hash=397c35721731b937b7dc0d4f17b04a59516b84dd)

These turned up on eBay...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ1_2014%2FProjectorFog-1.jpg&hash=771506d7a6f82c10042860a88d725cc9eec02d76)

Before with reflector fogs...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ1_2014%2FProjectorreflector-2.jpg&hash=c096aec272566962aa1908d1af9e1bed011694b9)

Projector fogs fitted (think it matches the Xenons better - imvho)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ1_2014%2FProjectorFog-2.jpg&hash=c4766c47fa1939c77b9ed70b8d020b91649512ba)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: edition30gaz on March 17, 2014, 09:41:53 pm
Love the attention to detail on this car, great thread and a cracking car!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave J on March 17, 2014, 09:53:12 pm

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ1_2014%2FProjectorFog-1.jpg&hash=771506d7a6f82c10042860a88d725cc9eec02d76)

Before with reflector fogs...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ1_2014%2FProjectorreflector-2.jpg&hash=c096aec272566962aa1908d1af9e1bed011694b9)

Projector fogs fitted (think it matches the Xenons better - imvho)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ1_2014%2FProjectorFog-2.jpg&hash=c4766c47fa1939c77b9ed70b8d020b91649512ba)


Love it!!

Just what I was planning on mine to get the fogs to match the xenons. Dammit. Now it looks like my steel grey thread is copying yours!

How did you get round the connector difference - make your own loom up, or cut & solder? Want to find plug & play loom, but can't. Don't want to buy from ECS out of principle.

Cheers,
Dave
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on March 17, 2014, 10:37:27 pm
Thank you   :drinking:
I didn't want to cut anything so searched eBay till I found this.....

9006 to H11 Headlights Conversion Pigtail Connector Wiring Harness Plug

Copy and paste above and it'll show up cost about £10 to my door from USA - I bought from username integra9006hid. Genuine superseal waterproof connectors and well made bit of kit - plug and play  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: SurreyED30 on March 18, 2014, 07:56:17 am
Hi mate

Nice car you've got  :happy2: where did you buy your underseat storage from ?

Thanks

Jake
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on March 18, 2014, 09:41:00 am
Got them from TPS. Be warned though that the drivers (RHD) is only available in black. I had to spray the draw in grey plastidip then put two coats of plastidip smoke on top to match the interior colour
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Rob1 on March 18, 2014, 09:48:15 am
Liking that mk6 steering wheel
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: SurreyED30 on March 18, 2014, 01:09:57 pm
Got them from TPS. Be warned though that the drivers (RHD) is only available in black. I had to spray the draw in grey plastidip then put two coats of plastidip smoke on top to match the interior colour
thanks pal, have you got a part number ??

Jake
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: arsenalmorris on March 18, 2014, 01:43:35 pm
Best colour  :happy2:

I love these in grey
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on March 18, 2014, 02:26:30 pm
Info for draws with excellent how to guide http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,54422.0.html
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Rob1 on March 20, 2014, 08:46:10 pm
Matey loving your Ed30 especially the colour, I think it is so underrated.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on March 21, 2014, 08:17:49 pm
Matey loving your Ed30 especially the colour, I think it is so underrated.
Thank you  :happy2: I think its a great colour too
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Adam-golf on March 21, 2014, 08:47:20 pm
Boldsport goodies arrived - got the door card LED's and the rear/brake light replacement because I was working on something and needed to replace the normal bulbs with LED's to match what I was doing.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Dec_2013%2FBoldsportbulbs.jpg&hash=fa0124dfe3ffa34a2a322d3905ce56ce35ecdb7d)

Door card with standard bulb - the pic makes the light output seem really bad - it aint great but not as bad as this pic makes out

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Dec_2013%2FDoorlightbefore.jpg&hash=a6c98189f41a0fa83b7980764c9373f0ff113750)

LED's fitted to door card lights - amazing difference.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Dec_2013%2FDoorlightafter.jpg&hash=b3a78dc616b8794e5f78385cab633b7bced02d00)

Genuine Edition 30 mats turned up on eBay so grabbed them. Used a whole can of carpet shampoo and a hot pressure wash and they have come up amazingly well!!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_Dec_2013%2FED30mats.jpg&hash=2b646cad641685742c37b02ffa273cef4f84d90d)




Great build mate!

How did you find the rear led's?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on March 21, 2014, 09:31:33 pm
I'm chuffed with them, simple plug in and all is good so far
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Adam-golf on March 21, 2014, 09:41:16 pm
I think I may invest in a set! What's the brightness like as lights and brake lights? Don't want anything that's over the top bright
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on March 21, 2014, 09:46:20 pm
The light output ain't as warm as a filament bulb so appears a bit brighter. When braking they are as intense as the high level light is. You need to order two sets (4 bulbs in total) for the complete rear lights. Don't only order one set like I did then have to wait for another set!!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Adam-golf on March 21, 2014, 09:49:49 pm
Haha I did read the note on the website saying to order two sets!

Thanks mate
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Lyall on March 22, 2014, 07:59:07 pm
Where did you get the underseat storage from mate?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on March 23, 2014, 10:34:13 am
Déjà vu  :grin:
Got them from TPS. Drivers side only available in black so need to take apart, paint in plastidip grey then a few coats of plastidip smoke until matched colour
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on March 31, 2014, 11:37:42 am
Fitted some rubber edging to intake as starting to rub a little and it was annoying me

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FIntakeprotector.jpg&hash=616344b12c2c2b72d0f27e4fcc2d07914df24b87)

LOL

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FIntakeVader.jpg&hash=85a02562fe48a65ddc5e9890bdfd6ea606b850ca)




Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on March 31, 2014, 11:48:49 am
I installed a Genuine GPS/GSM/FM/DAB antenna a while ago and was waiting for an eBay deal on an RNS510 DAB. One came up so grabbed it, bought a Bluetooth kit from Eddie-NL which meant doing this to my car to install it right - hate seeing the Ed like this!!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FStripped.jpg&hash=e9cd7ecc24387d69415bd1e6bc891315d90e2cee)

Bits to fit - custom loom for MDI,BT & Aux. As normal top notch stuff from Eddie

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FBTampLoom.jpg&hash=871d2bff35af5760bdd5f3c10be7df0b50306df4)

Aux fitted

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FAuxFitted.jpg&hash=dcd5f31f13d2a8e8a1dc694be2cc89abe02c365d)

BT module fitted

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FBTFitted.jpg&hash=b56f771030b6cd9d905313f43f6f28696652a210)

DAB works

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FDABFitted.jpg&hash=66cd2369bfb6b3cf1095ad7d8422c1c0a8fc8b4d)

Phone kit works

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FBTworking.jpg&hash=ba8d0719d0b0f3157ff395cf637e1153076dad9d)

BT Audio works. I'm pleasantly surprised that the info displays through the RNS and I have control over next/previous track on the RNS as this was something that confused me when looking for kits. In the end I just went with Eddies advice and really happy  :happy2: Also I have not had to mess around with any re wiring to get stereo - it was all good out the box

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FBTAudio.jpg&hash=0ec4f825123b8b3d62b5112c8beb5b32db0c1f89)

Even displays through red screen   :smiley:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FBTAudioDisplay.jpg&hash=84cf31f5585d75c1a908eb3b909dbb305a8e151f)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: JoeDarKa on April 09, 2014, 07:15:43 am
The bluetooth streaming is a great little feature. I think i may need a dab rns in the future.....  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Wildengti on April 09, 2014, 08:19:48 am
Probley a silly question but how do you know what to do lol like taking all the dash apart and fitting all the bits and gettin them work ??

Looks good tho
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: chris-182 on April 09, 2014, 08:33:16 am
Those Window blinds are a pretty cool additon. Not seen ones without a split rear before.

Nice work with the car mate!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on April 09, 2014, 09:35:13 am
Probley a silly question but how do you know what to do lol like taking all the dash apart and fitting all the bits and gettin them work ??

Looks good tho

All info on this forum somewhere and a Haynes guide on standby! If it's a big job I tend to put screws etc back where I took them out of as I go so I don't forget where any go when reassembling
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: dkcampbell on April 09, 2014, 05:29:24 pm
awsome work dude! spot on!  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Rob1 on April 09, 2014, 06:04:37 pm
Wow,that's looks pretty complex Matey, but I guess the end results are definitely positive.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: N8KOW on April 09, 2014, 11:12:00 pm
Dude what do you need to enable the BT streaming? The right module or is it part of an DAB RNS? I would love this in mine, previous owner fitted a Skoda BT module, is yours from a Mk6?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on April 09, 2014, 11:24:27 pm
Dude what do you need to enable the BT streaming? The right module or is it part of an DAB RNS? I would love this in mine, previous owner fitted a Skoda BT module, is yours from a Mk6?

I'm sure it's all to do with the module, rns dab does  not have BT built in. Tbh when I was trying to research the kit I wanted I couldn't find a direct answer so trusted what Eddie-NL told me (never let me down yet!) I told him what id like and he sorted a kit out for me. I was proper surprised that the info came through my red mfd as from what i had read it would only display on white mfd. The kit I have is mid line so doesn't do text messaging but not fussed about that. My RNS was manufactured Feb 2014 so possibly that's why the streaming is stereo, can control on rns & multifunction wheel and displays on mfd? Also not had to code it - literally wired it in and all worked!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: N8KOW on April 09, 2014, 11:30:49 pm
Right okay, thanks for the info, I need to do some more reading/research into this! Thanks again my friend.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on April 10, 2014, 11:07:09 am
Right okay, thanks for the info, I need to do some more reading/research into this! Thanks again my friend.
Found this link really helpful but still got confused  :rolleye:
http://www.sciroccocentral.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?f=25&t=14773
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: N8KOW on April 10, 2014, 06:24:05 pm
Cheers for that fella, I will do so more research into that for sure.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on July 06, 2014, 05:26:52 pm
Been a while since I'v updated, been busy getting parts together for next stage so had nothing to install.  Got a deal for some S2T paddles from forum member biffobear (thanks for quick delivery mate  :happy2:) and installed them today. I hate airbag stuff so was very glad when I finally managed to get the airbag out. Then it was an easy swap over.

Phew - I still have my face and airbag in tact!
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_July_2014%2FAirbagOut.jpg&hash=034eef808db0288167a7ccdfb4c520fbbb622a99)

All done and back together
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_July_2014%2FWheelFitted.jpg&hash=0dce42fe0a0eaf2bcd628096e1ac90ff0087f468)

Definitely worth doing in my mind as the normal switches are a bit too small for me to confidently grab when needed.

My car is at the stage of where I want it to be in terms of technology and styling so now begins the slippery slope of handling, stopping and of course power. Want the power delivery sorted first then will do suspension, braking and finally power.  Got these bits already but need a few more small items before I can get it all fitted.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_July_2014%2FBits.jpg&hash=c512c720bea4e2eef2c8304f6a36d1301a1d270d)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_July_2014%2FMetalwork.jpg&hash=11ce9ca5f994584ab0679265f0529242f32cae23)

Title: Re:
Post by: K1NGY14 on July 06, 2014, 05:47:11 pm
There is some amazing work on this thread mate
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: DamoP on July 06, 2014, 05:51:18 pm
your car is awesome dude, I'm getting my eddy on wednesday saturday so will keep any eye on your thread. nice subtle touches
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: antonis42 on July 07, 2014, 01:43:00 pm
Great car.
Are you planning to make this 4x4 ?
Am I guessing this right from the parts in your pictures?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on July 07, 2014, 03:50:50 pm
Thank you for the kind words people  :laugh:

Yup - that's the plan, gonna go AWD and big power.  When I'v previously messed around with cars I'v always done power first then worried about traction, stopping and getting round corners so this time I'm doing it in reverse!  Would like to not have to worry so much about putting the ED30 into a ditch when I get the power  :signLOL:

More bits done.....

My oil dip stick has never been right so ordered a new one and fitted today - old one is orange and new one is yellow.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_July_2014%2FDipSticks.jpg&hash=57e394f6d1a3d4006f6379772296ed47bfe8ef07)

I'v had a heat shield for ages now but when I first tried to fit it I managed to get a bolt from the engine cover stuck so it was just spinning when trying to undo it.  Went on a mission today and managed to remove the bolt so could install the heat shield.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_July_2014%2FHeatSheild.jpg&hash=10f2a4c8dfde3f49bea04c02caa83e0831527ef4)

While the intake was off I took opportunity to put some edging round the lower cut out of the intake sheild as it was scuffing the filter a little

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_July_2014%2FFiltershieldthingy.jpg&hash=7532a5721fbd5be7c3ad0c2a3925bbe9a8b7a5de)

I had some (not enough!!) titanium heat wrap left over from a previous project so fitted that when the intake was off.  Looks kinda sh*t but should help lower temps a little........ maybe

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_July_2014%2FTitHeatWrap.jpg&hash=7eedc4db537d2534a1556b64646730cfb238bac3)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on August 04, 2014, 03:57:08 pm
Fitted a catch can I bought from a member  :happy2:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30%2FCatchCan.jpg&hash=864a64e8b3b0949596dc8f5ed4f32c8e85093ac3)

Was bored so put a how I did it on youtube too

Jxr5g
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: N8KOW on August 04, 2014, 04:00:21 pm
Looking forward to seeing this car unfold  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on August 04, 2014, 04:05:00 pm
Me too  :grin:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: TommyR on August 04, 2014, 10:27:01 pm
Really good progress!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Haz911 on August 05, 2014, 10:00:53 am
Good work! That's a nice pile of parts you have there, will keep an eye on this  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on August 05, 2014, 09:16:22 pm
Thank you guys - the pile of parts keeps growing, should be quite good when they all get fitted.  :driver:
Could be wrong but my car seems to start a lot easier since putting the catch can in? Any one else with one find that......... Or have I forgotten to put something back on!!?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on August 25, 2014, 04:02:37 pm
Been trying to get this right for ages, tried block sanding but couldn't get it quite right so ended up with some good quality masking tape and I'm happy with the results

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FAug_2014%2FCover.jpg&hash=7849c533930ddc267eaae4c1a1c72dfb57c47bba)

Fitted to the rest of the cover - the main part looks a bit white in the photo (iPhone) but its is the original silver colour.  Oil cap still isn't quite straight but I'll sort that sometime

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FAug_2014%2FCoverFitted.jpg&hash=7a404f6b6f17cfca247a07d037eb2417e8d56193)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Eddie-NL on August 25, 2014, 04:05:17 pm
nice, looks smart
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: TommyR on August 25, 2014, 04:30:33 pm
Good work on the engine cover :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: greygti on August 25, 2014, 06:38:02 pm
Engine cover looks mint !
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on August 31, 2014, 08:31:25 pm
Thank you guys  :drinking: That engine cover took ages to get right and many failed attempts.  I'm happy with it now though  :smiley:

So I got a result and was really the right place at the right time - I managed to get myself a unicorn part for a silly price. Wanted a set of these for a while but when ever they came up for sale they were silly money so resisted getting them.  These came from a 140k miler R32 and obviously have the normal wear and tear but for the money I paid I am not complaining at all  :laugh:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FAug_2014%2FRecaro-01.jpg&hash=04e6ac37b55ae0beb5b03ca53dff1b30ba3b4855)

Couldn't resist cleaning them up with upholstery cleaner and fitting the driver side to see what they were like.  Really changes the feel of the car and certainly holds you in better through the corner - I'm a happy chap  :laugh: :smiley: :laugh: :smiley:
I do plan to have them re trimmed to match my cars interior, but for the time being I will keep them like this.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FAug_2014%2FRecaro-FirstFit.jpg&hash=78bd31de2c82d30a7326691b031b7133fb735e18)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Andy on August 31, 2014, 08:56:57 pm
excellent mods mate :notworthy:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 22, 2014, 05:44:28 pm
Just a little update on the seats.  With the help of many people - cheers guys  :drinking: - I have got the seat loom and heater elements sorted.  Got the chance to connect it all up and check it works - good news, it does  :smiley:
Just waiting for the plaid material from Germany now then the seats will be re covered to fit in with my Ed30 interior.  While the seats are getting done I think I'm going to get red stitching done on the door cards.  I used to have a Polo GTi 1.8T with leather and it had red stitching on the door cards and looked smart.  Not sure if it may be a bit overkill though  :confused:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FRecaro%2FRecaroheatedseatstuff.jpg&hash=bebbff0c7b41904c960ee54b383b49ed4a287fd6)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave J on September 22, 2014, 05:58:16 pm
Amazing work! I'd never even thought these seats aren't heated, just assumed they were! Did you have much hassle getting the plaid trim, as I had read it is stupidly rare?!
Look forward to seeing the finished interior! Regards the door cards, I'd say the red stitching would look great - real OEM+  :smiley:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 22, 2014, 06:13:04 pm
The leather wingbacks are heated but the cloth ones may not be.  I got a result on these seats (trader thought they were after market and wanted original seats to get the best return on his investment  :grin:) The cloth ones are very rare to find, but my ones are from a 140k miler and the cloth has perished so not worth saving.
Did I have much hassle getting the plaid.......... over a year of searching and exhausted all avenues to locate some.  I'd given up finding any so was about to buy a complete GTi cloth interior for the plaid bits.  Passing comment to a trimmer I know and the next day he called me and had located some through his contacts.  I believe what I'v found is the last "new" unused 5 meters left.  The guy who had it knew exactly what it is and how rare it is so demanded silly money. Managed to get a bit off but he was only willing to sell all 5 meters.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: TommyR on September 22, 2014, 07:41:46 pm
I take it you are hoping for something like these? :party:

http://instagram.com/p/s0sv3rDGf0/
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 22, 2014, 08:35:41 pm
I take it you are hoping for something like these? :party:

http://instagram.com/p/s0sv3rDGf0/

Hopefully something like that  :smiley: If that's the car I think it is it only has the plaid about 2/3 of the way of the base, I'm going to get the whole base done in it as the ED standard seats. Iv also got a stamp to emboss the GTI instead of stitching it. I'm going for as close as I can to if the recaro's were an option in the ED30's. I'm that anal I'm even going to have the plaid the right way up lol
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: TommyR on September 22, 2014, 09:44:21 pm
Have you got a picture of what you hope the end product looks like then? I only ask because I asked about this a while back and got mixed opinions on whether or not they where an option... http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,80805.15.html

Either way I agree embossing the logo would look better than stitching :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 22, 2014, 10:37:08 pm
The MK5 Golf was only available with 4 wing back recaro's. I'm very sure of this because I was selling them as new cars at the time. R32 cloth (like mine), GTI cloth - tartan rear panel and 2/3 base (not including bolsters obviously) R32 leather and GTI leather. The ED30 was only available with one interior.
The normal GTI cloth has the tartan 2/3 cover to the base of the seat where the ED30 has full base tartan.
Hopefully my seats will basically be the same as the picture in the link but slightly different. The tartan has been installed upside down in the link (I'm sad enough to notice thing like that!!) I'll have the letters embossed and full tartan base section. A Normal GTI cloth interior tartan isn't wide enough to allow the full length base on the recaro's- that's why I was keen to locate some material for it. I'm still waiting for the material but soon with any luck  :laugh: When it's done I'll update my build thread
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: TommyR on September 23, 2014, 06:52:57 pm
Thanks for clearing that up, I found another good example last night...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FSchnaffler%2Fal%2FIMG_3038.jpg&hash=72076a077d0e237f7d33d26743897c4a38ee4a0d)

However being picky... the logo's wrong, tartan doesn't go all the way to the base and no red stitching but not a bad attempt by any means!

I look forward to see your finished article!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 23, 2014, 07:17:32 pm
They look the nuts! Basically that's what I'm going for as an overall look but with my OCD additions  :jumpmove:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: M13 TEV on October 30, 2014, 01:51:08 pm
Love the look of those seats!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 03, 2014, 01:03:45 pm
Well...... I was let down big time from my supplier for the plaid and had to ask very nicely for my money back, which I got in the end :evilgrin:

Spent over a week searching the internet for some more and after all sorts of different spellings in the searches I found some in Mexico.  Paid the guy what we agreed and waited with fingers crossed.

A package arrived today and it was what he advertised - I was half expecting a roll of hello kitty print fabric but this is what I got  :laugh: :smiley:

I'm no expert with interior fabrics but it appears to be real deal ex factory stock and matches perfectly with my ED30 interior and has foam backing with factory numbers printed on the back.  Whatever it is, its an exact match -  :pomppomp:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FInterlagos%2FInterlagos-02.jpg&hash=9a09c4b9ab99340d2cf0ae9f1dd912a82678d8ef)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FInterlagos%2FInterlagos-01.jpg&hash=aa0af58d038ac7762a7add377fbda09351a47954)

All I need to do now is get it booked in with the trimmer I have chosen and make the journey to Scotland to drop the seats off so watch this space for pics of the finished seats  :party:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave J on November 03, 2014, 08:47:09 pm
That's great news - glad you found what seems to be the holy grail of seat fabric!
Bet you can't wait to have the seats trimmed now!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 03, 2014, 09:03:47 pm
That's great news - glad you found what seems to be the holy grail of seat fabric!
Bet you can't wait to have the seats trimmed now!

I would never had thought getting the fabric would have been so much of a pain in the bum as it has been. I found the wingbacks more easily!!!!!
I'm hoping they will be done before Christmas so fingers crossed  :party: Iv decided to do red stitching in the door cards and armrest too. Just hope it won't look overkill!!!!!!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave J on November 03, 2014, 10:01:09 pm
Your plans sound spot on, to be honest. I don't think most people would know that you have changed the stitching in the armrest/door panels from grey to red, if you didn't tell them.

Should add a nice bit of colour to the door cards - red stitching on the ED30 would have been a great way to set the car apart to the door trim in GTI leather/R32 interiors. Comes down to cost at the factory, I guess...
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: M9xxr on November 03, 2014, 11:36:11 pm
This has got to be one of the best golfs on this forum! oem all the way! can't wait to see the seats finnished. Not a massive fan of leather so what your doing it bang on! Keep up the good work!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 03, 2014, 11:46:56 pm
This has got to be one of the best golfs on this forum! oem all the way! can't wait to see the seats finnished. Not a massive fan of leather so what your doing it bang on! Keep up the good work!
Thank you for that  :happy2: Not sure about one of the best - there are many awesome cars on this forum that are better than my effort but I love it so its all good  :smiley:
Hopefully retrim will happen before Christmas, the guy I want to do it is a busy boy so will have to wait for him to fit the job in. As soon as its done I'll update  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: edd30 on November 04, 2014, 10:39:07 am
Very impressed with your choice of customisation and your speed of progress!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 04, 2014, 05:08:51 pm
Everything is now out and ready to be dropped off at the trimmers tomorrow....... gonna be a long day!!!!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FInterlagos%2FRetrimready.jpg&hash=e506aaa48dc1a2620f1d183424b61321b7c18432)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 05, 2014, 05:44:34 pm
So dropped everything off to the guy today and now I have a dilemma! Was planning to use OEM GTi leather grain on my wingbacks with Ed30 theme but having seen a set of seats he has done in Nappa leather has got me thinking. I like subtle mods and my plan was OEM as much as possible. I'm getting the seats, door cards and armrest done with new leather so do I keep OEM wide grain or go for full Nappa while I can. Same colour as standard but just better leather. It would mean getting the rears done at a later stage but the Nappa is so much nicer leather.
Any thoughts PLEASE comment - can't decide. OEM colour and grain OR OEM colour but fine Nappa grain.
Any comments appreciated  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: edd30 on November 05, 2014, 06:01:30 pm
Nappa leather in OEM colour. Nappa is  :drool:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 10, 2014, 07:25:07 pm
Decided to go for the Nappa so just a waiting game now   :popcornsoda:
Had the car Terracleaned today, found it hard to find someone with the "S-Tool" which is important for direct injection
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ4_2014%2FTerraclean-01.jpg&hash=ab8a7f68b2a963cd20113999bb39ea6f6dc8f6df)
These were clean and shiney before the Terraclean!!
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ4_2014%2FTerraclean-02.jpg&hash=e4b29bb5b4c5f9801402885726b6a40495c3a03a)

I tried to get a bore scope down the inlet to see if there was a noticeable improvement before and after but I kept hitting something and couldn't get a good picture so have had to rely on my impression of the car after it was done.  The amount of crap that came out the exhaust was about the same as when I DIY'd it last year with some seafoam and the initial feel of the car was certainly good.  I got another 2MPG's on the drive home and it ticks over slightly better.  Would I get it done again?  Probably not as I really haven't noticed a massive gain from when I used seafoam last year. 

The car needed its yearly service so went to Awesome GTi to get it done and get their stamp for proof.  While it was there they kindly coded corner lights for me.  Rubbish picture but shows it working

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ4_2014%2FCornerlights.jpg&hash=cd6ac06ff4c813d9cdd58bd6870ec834b479eb3a)

On the hunt for a GTi/R32 rear bench now so I can keep my standard ED30 bench and recover the new one in Nappa and the plaid I have left.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: DamoP on November 10, 2014, 07:31:36 pm
did you change your CCM? or was it a highline already ?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 10, 2014, 07:32:54 pm
Luckily I had Highline so it was just coding
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: edd30 on November 10, 2014, 07:34:54 pm
Now that you've tried both, would you recommend Seafoam or Terraclean ?
Did you do the Seafoam yourself ? There seems to be conflicting info on both. Would be good to get a few more mpg, as mine struggles to return 30mpg, even when I'm driving Miss Daisy....
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 10, 2014, 07:42:08 pm
Now that you've tried both, would you recommend Seafoam or Terraclean ?
Did you do the Seafoam yourself ? There seems to be conflicting info on both. Would be good to get a few more mpg, as mine struggles to return 30mpg, even when I'm driving Miss Daisy....

Without actual evidence it is impossible to say which is better so could not actually recommend either one. From my thoughts though I'd have to say SeaFoam DIY just for costs!! As I said I  wasn't able to get a clear picture of the before and afters but from my impressions of driving the car and the trip computer info I really haven't noticed a big difference between the two.  The big worry with DIY seafoam is hydro locking the engine which would be bad, but if your confident to try it the costs are considerably less than terraclean.  With SeaFoam I got an improvement of around 2MPG but only really lasted a couple of weeks then back to normal.  I'v only just had the terracleaned so don't know how long the effects will last.  I will update when its got a few weeks driving done  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: DamoP on November 10, 2014, 07:52:05 pm
Luckily I had Highline so it was just coding
how did you know? i have a highland dash does that mean i will have a highline ccm?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 10, 2014, 07:55:42 pm
Luckily I had Highline so it was just coding
how did you know? i have a highland dash does that mean i will have a highline ccm?

I didn't know 100% but Awesome were quite confident that as I had a 2008MY car, highline display and LUX pack from factory it was more likely to be ok.  IFAIK if the car has LUX pack (follow me home lights, puddle lights etc) from factory it needs a 30byte CCM so should be ok.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: DamoP on November 10, 2014, 08:33:34 pm
Luckily I had Highline so it was just coding
how did you know? i have a highland dash does that mean i will have a highline ccm?

I didn't know 100% but Awesome were quite confident that as I had a 2008MY car, highline display and LUX pack from factory it was more likely to be ok.  IFAIK if the car has LUX pack (follow me home lights, puddle lights etc) from factory it needs a 30byte CCM so should be ok.
should get vagcom this week so will have a better idea then
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 22, 2014, 06:37:00 pm
Little update...... I bought an S3 brake kit from a member a while ago - its been gathering dust in the garage for months so decided to get it on.

Vented rear goodness
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FBrakes%2FBrakes-Rear-01.jpg&hash=363e3997539a1a3fc2e6972645e2966a56783b8b)

All on
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FBrakes%2FBrakes-Rear-02.jpg&hash=e60cea4b79281bacacfefa453e3c90a5a00d3ac4)

New dirt guard and fronts on
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FBrakes%2FBrakes-Front.jpg&hash=5d5efef771c73c6e615e19fcfb9dfb98e186cbb9)

Fronts fitted
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FBrakes%2FBrakes-Front-Fitted.jpg&hash=9901bcf8e4932e734f8724c20fc94e299e9d4b1c)

Rears fitted
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FBrakes%2FBrakes-Rear-Fitted.jpg&hash=ea98c293be3ea3a09b7541e2bb01bbccdc02e9be)

Before fitting I had the disks skimmed as there was a small lip on them.  Been for a test drive and already the stopping power is noticeably better.  Needs to bed in a little still but very happy so far with the improvement

Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: edd30 on November 22, 2014, 08:08:19 pm
I don't have the splash guards for mine. Do you think it'll be a big issue ?

Any update on the Seafoam?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 22, 2014, 08:14:19 pm
I don't have the splash guards for mine. Do you think it'll be a big issue ?

Any update on the Seafoam?
I seafoamed it last year and had a terraclean this year. I'm still noticing an increase in mpg's but power etc same really.
I don't think it'll matter at all about the splash guards - maybe keep it cleaner?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: gticc on November 23, 2014, 01:49:58 am
Loving the attention to detail. Great build thread.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Rob1 on November 23, 2014, 08:34:49 am
The cars coming along nicely Matey, looking forward to seeing those seats when it's all put back together.


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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 28, 2014, 09:15:07 pm
Had to stand on the brakes on the way home tonight cause an idiot swung into my lane at the last minute - very glad I got the brakes fitted! Also found out that the coding for emergency braking hazard lights works!!!!!!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Rob1 on November 28, 2014, 09:40:47 pm
There's always one mate


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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 28, 2014, 09:47:31 pm
And I always find them  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: james.watts95 on November 30, 2014, 03:17:18 pm
Looks awesome! can't wait to see them seats trimmed!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 05, 2014, 04:47:25 pm
Update from Del at Optimus Trimmers - His supplier has let him down with the Nappa.  They cannot get hold of the leather we chose to use............ but they can supply basically the same shade unfortunately its Bentley leather - meant to be nicer quality but double the price.  Del has pulled a genius move and convinced them that it should be the same price as the other Nappa that was ordered cause they shouldn't have taken the order in the first place - the man is a legend!!! So Iv got to wait a little longer but get better leather than before - Happy days!!  :smiley:

I fitted a MK6. RVC camera last year and the other week it just died on me so called Eddie-NL who told me it was probably the one of the small wires that go into the camera itself.

Took the badge apart -

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FRVC_Fix_2014%2FRVCFix-01.jpg&hash=7843e050d0e7c971e6a399633476b71f9f2f3dff)

Found that ALL three of the wires had snapped clean off!!!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FRVC_Fix_2014%2FRVCFix-02.jpg&hash=d45d5f5f2a2897086d190a666bcf131f41e7e87b)

There was no way of repairing them and as luck would have it Eddie had a replacement camera in stock - paid for it yesterday and got it today.  In an effort to relieve some stress on the wires I covered the end in liquid rubber, taped it up and put a cable tie round the end.  The cable tie had to be positioned right cause it was fowling the mechanism first.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FRVC_Fix_2014%2FRVCFix-03.jpg&hash=bc614813699ebc9242b51b3c926eef58c1fe9975)

YAY!!!!! Its works again - amazing how dependant I became on the camera.  Really noticed not having it.  Big thanks to Eddie-NL who, as always, was really helpful in getting it working again  :happy2: :happy2: :happy2: :happy2: :happy2:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FRVC_Fix_2014%2FRVCFix-04.jpg&hash=6363b440e037e46604a54c08a02d3961dde9eb19)


Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Eddie-NL on December 05, 2014, 05:50:42 pm
Nice job, glad it is sorted

never seen all three broken before, poor design from VW
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 05, 2014, 07:13:58 pm
Nice job, glad it is sorted

never seen all three broken before, poor design from VW
Not what I'd expect from VW, especially when you consider the size of the coaxial(?) cable. Thanks again for the assist  :drinking:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 14, 2014, 03:24:07 pm
Update from Del @ Optimus Trimmers

Seats backs off ready for paint...

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ4_2014%2FBucketbacks.jpg&hash=62fc0b2f311e9d5f886134de90484993b3a3a056)

Drivers bolster a little more knackered than first thought so he is going to swap passenger and drivers base and repair this one

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ4_2014%2FBucketbolster.jpg&hash=9cf214d6111654a2d4fe405ebe9fedc7fff420fd)

He has got the leather and the embossing stamp is being made up - just waiting for a sample then it'll be full speed ahead  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: th3_f15t on December 14, 2014, 05:07:15 pm
Del did my steering wheel for me, really impressed with his work. Would make the massive journey from London to Glasgow if time allowed to let him loose on the whole interior of my car.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave J on December 14, 2014, 05:10:18 pm
Interesting to see that problem with the RVC - wonder if many others have had the issue.
Great to see the progress on the seats - couldn't believe it when I read about the leather, but at least it has worked out well in the end!
I don't expect an answer if you want to keep it for the finished pics, but are you just repainting the seat backs in black, or going for Steel grey?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 14, 2014, 06:12:49 pm
Del did my steering wheel for me, really impressed with his work. Would make the massive journey from London to Glasgow if time allowed to let him loose on the whole interior of my car.
Thought I had seen your steering wheel somewhere before! It's on his facebook or Instagram page I think.
I'm near Liverpool so it's an 8 hour round trip but it'll be worth it I'm sure  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 14, 2014, 06:18:35 pm
Interesting to see that problem with the RVC - wonder if many others have had the issue.
Great to see the progress on the seats - couldn't believe it when I read about the leather, but at least it has worked out well in the end!
I don't expect an answer if you want to keep it for the finished pics, but are you just repainting the seat backs in black, or going for Steel grey?
When I spoke with Eddie-NL about my issue with the RVC he called it straight away so I guess it's a known problem.
I'm just getting the seat backs painted in the standard gloss black - they are quite scratched so wanted them fresh. I did think long and hard about making them grey as Iv seen it done and looks amazing but decided against it. My RNS has a gloss black section around the buttons so it ties in with that. The RNS is the only bit of gloss black on the inside so it'll work out ok i think
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Frodo-anni on December 14, 2014, 07:02:42 pm
OEM mods, the seats and the fact that its a Steel grey ED30  :congrats: :congrats:

Would love to have the technical know how to do mods like this myself, superb write up  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 14, 2014, 08:04:52 pm
OEM mods, the seats and the fact that its a Steel grey ED30  :congrats: :congrats:

Would love to have the technical know how to do mods like this myself, superb write up  :happy2:
Thanks mate :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Trunkstuff on December 16, 2014, 11:11:03 am
This is such a smart car mate you've done a really good job with it! I can see you are abit of a perfectionist!

Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: pjuster on December 17, 2014, 12:03:33 pm
a really informative and enjoyable read, thanks for sharing.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: niw on December 17, 2014, 01:19:32 pm
Lovely car :)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 17, 2014, 07:32:09 pm
Thank you for the kind words guys  :drinking:

Got an update from Del @ Optimus Trimmers so wanted to update.  Pictures taken as a screen shot from his Instagram account (optimus_automotive_trimmers) so a bit grainy but you'll get the idea

Embossing stamp done

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ4_2014%2FBucketstamp-01.jpg&hash=9bbb0118d94b179961c3647b77c019126f971cbe)

Both uppers stamped on Nappa

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ4_2014%2FBucketstamp.jpg&hash=acb0b0be7f4f17547bdb658d5a2b23f3a62064d9)

Seat backs re painted

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ4_2014%2FBucketbacks-02.jpg&hash=5ae52c047a4e31ba4bac23ee16856538a1258121)

Reflection on seat backs - makes me think I need to give the paint on the car a bit of love  :sad1:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ4_2014%2FBucketbacks-01.jpg&hash=56cb8f5b28205c352d6602166044b8bb20a2c581)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Rob1 on December 24, 2014, 06:27:12 am
I think your rear seat  passengers will need to wear a pair of shades


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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 24, 2014, 08:51:22 am
I think your rear seat  passengers will need to wear a pair of shades


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I think you could be right  :grin:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: JoeDarKa on December 24, 2014, 09:35:13 am
I was so sad to even polish, glaze and wax the back of mine....
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 24, 2014, 10:22:38 am
I was so sad to even polish, glaze and wax the back of mine....

Nothing sad about that mate - exactly what I plan to do!!!!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: th3_f15t on December 24, 2014, 02:39:53 pm
Mine might get a polish too, to try and bring out some of the scratching!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: HallED30 on December 27, 2014, 04:56:27 am
Lovely ED30! Love the projector fogs, real nice touch
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 29, 2014, 06:54:20 pm
Iv had MK3 Scirocco white MFD clocks ready to fit for a while but really want the colour MFD version. A MK6 colour MFD set came up so did some research and looked like I could use my MK3 Scirocco and these MK6 Golf instruments to make a hybrid that'll work in the MK5

Here is how I did it....



Finished, not installed but will be making the trip to see Eddie_NL at some point to get them installed with some other bits.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ4_2014%2FColourMFD.jpg&hash=42954b43850a104c8011d43f683dbbb58ef6bf0b)

oooohhhhhh and this, not the greatest pic but they are getting there..........

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ4_2014%2FRBucketBack.jpg&hash=02cc58bf8fe707d5dc62209f4c1630bc8d707723)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: cicco on December 29, 2014, 07:07:24 pm
Love the tartan on the recaros
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: omeydz on December 29, 2014, 07:26:37 pm
Those clocks I saw! £395  :surprised: !!

Am glad they converted nicely and look well! Will be a treat in your Ed30. Got them in my MK6 and they are ace!! Totally worth retrofitting for us hardcore modders  :drinking: !!

Very tasty recaros too !!!!!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 29, 2014, 07:36:24 pm
Those clocks I saw! £395  :surprised: !!

Am glad they converted nicely and look well! Will be a treat in your Ed30. Got them in my MK6 and they are ace!! Totally worth retrofitting for us hardcore modders  :drinking: !!

Very tasty recaros too !!!!!
They were up for that, but he accepted less  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: doylebros on December 29, 2014, 07:50:44 pm
Well done with the clocks mod,I hope it all works out for you - the video was an insight for me and many others I expect :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: omeydz on December 29, 2014, 09:29:52 pm
Its a similar conversion when using golf mk5 clocks in Caddys/Touran which Iv done a number of times for clients when I did retrofits in the past. Good VW keep the internals relatively swappable in that respect.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: AndyBrown on December 30, 2014, 12:52:46 am
When you sprayed the bumper wirh that plasti dip does it need to be sanded down and prepped properly? Or does that stuff go straight on with a proper clean?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 30, 2014, 01:02:56 am
When you sprayed the bumper wirh that plasti dip does it need to be sanded down and prepped properly? Or does that stuff go straight on with a proper clean?
All I did was clay bar then used some panel wipe to degrease it and applied the plasti dip. I masked about 2 inch outside of the area so i had something to peal away. I used about four coats so it was thick and then pealed away what I didnt want. Its been on for ages now and hasnt come away. If I ever want to remove it I can just peal it off and the paint underneath is untouched. It dries with a slight texture so not absolulty smooth but where iv used it it looks right. Dipmycar on youtube has loads of tutorials and fonzy does some interesting projects  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave J on December 30, 2014, 05:50:13 pm
That pic of the Recaro seat back looks great - glad to see they're coming along well, & the trimmer looks to have done a great job. Will be an awesome mod once done.
Nice work on the dials, and on the vid - the dials are fiddly, and I found the same issue on the needles - felt like you'd break something until you find the way is to twist them off the spindle. On my old mkiv I did a similar dial face swap on a set of standard mkiv full FIS dials using a 25th Anni / Bora Sport cluster to make a full FIS set with the Anni / Bora Sport trims & needles - they were pretty rare from factory. 

The cluster should bring the mk5 bang up to date once fitted  :happy2: Can't be anything left to do to the interior after these?!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 30, 2014, 06:14:27 pm
........I may have a few more small mods up my sleeve for the interior  :wink:
Iv basically got all the parts now for AWD but I keep getting side tracked with what I think is cool stuff for it  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 31, 2014, 06:28:02 pm
Just got this from Del @ Optimus Trimmers....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ4_2014%2FSeat.png&hash=fd82d4ca5f8778249d936d4c27ccaf04733f066d)

 :laugh:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: TForrest94 on December 31, 2014, 06:48:56 pm
Just got this from Del @ Optimus Trimmers....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ4_2014%2FSeat.png&hash=fd82d4ca5f8778249d936d4c27ccaf04733f066d)

 :laugh:

What a way to kick the new year off!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: doylebros on December 31, 2014, 07:23:41 pm
The seat looks the business
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Callum45 on December 31, 2014, 07:26:20 pm
Nicest seats ive ever seen  :congrats:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave J on December 31, 2014, 08:17:29 pm
Simply awesome  :drool:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Rob1 on December 31, 2014, 09:23:23 pm
They sure look nice matey, well done on purchasing the seats along with the commitment to continue building the Ed30  :congrats:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: GS WAX on January 01, 2015, 10:15:35 am
Stunning , no other words for them.
 How do the door panels look?

Any chance of a Weight comparison between the ed30 and these chairs before you bolt them in :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Leonpettit on January 01, 2015, 11:23:46 am
Holy sh*t...those seats!!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on January 01, 2015, 11:31:09 am
Thank you guys  :drinking:
The doorcards and armrest have not been finished yet but Del @ Optimus Trimmers is hoping to have them done over the coming weekend. I really can't wait to see them in the flesh and get it all home to fit.
I will compare the weight of the standard ED30 seats and the wingbacks when I get them back and post the results here  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: cicco on January 01, 2015, 05:37:02 pm
Seats really do look amazing,  top work
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on January 07, 2015, 08:08:58 pm
Another update from Del - Rear doorcards now in Nappa leather with red stitching

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FRecaro%2F7B63C327-D1BF-4D11-B388-AED30967296F.png&hash=61357bb44edea28843ba2c646264aa9c45280fb2)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on January 26, 2015, 06:43:27 pm
@GS WAX (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=6099) as promised weight comparison.....

Standard Ed30 Front seat - Approx 17KG
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FInterior_Refresh_2015%2FEd30weight.jpg&hash=4ccddfbe16f9f30415e1b68be0c5e58b341f7ebc)

Recaro Front seat - Approx 14.5KG
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FInterior_Refresh_2015%2FRecWeight.jpg&hash=c9a7b208731d70df09f32f44aff92e00bad41476)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on January 26, 2015, 06:46:32 pm
Went to Scotland yesterday to pick up my seats from Del

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FInterior_Refresh_2015%2FOptimus.jpg&hash=cd4bf290a0edebbd8fba7ba658d25ff9c3c237a1)

Started to fit everything today and have got these to upgrade to a ten speaker system

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FInterior_Refresh_2015%2FSpeakerUpgrade.jpg&hash=2121023a6b807224018c7d4c01d2b5b641e2373a)

Didn't like the adaptors that I got so adapted the adaptors with better cable, left is how it came middle is modded and right is heatshrunk for strength

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FInterior_Refresh_2015%2FModAdaptor.jpg&hash=45cb206b2c91f4c89e24a139255769e99ca4edcf)

Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on January 26, 2015, 06:49:58 pm
Crossover and mid/bass fitted, not going to have a big install so didn't sound deaden anything

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FInterior_Refresh_2015%2FRear2way.jpg&hash=199bf90686cf588063aa7b40646cfdd0d70b720f)

Hot glue has been my friend  :grin:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FInterior_Refresh_2015%2FRearTweets.jpg&hash=7be2743401e12c8f3548c78312b7eccbee19de6f)

Rears fitted, Bentley Nappa leather and red stitching

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FInterior_Refresh_2015%2FRearNappaandRedStitching.jpg&hash=fdeb0891de38a80a67ebb3b87c1b84f62b5bf9ab)

Not sure where time when today as that's all I managed, still got the front speakers to install and then the seats can go in  :party:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on January 26, 2015, 06:51:19 pm
Couldn't resist taking this picture  :laugh:

Standard Ed30 seat V Recaro re trim

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FInterior_Refresh_2015%2FRecVEd30seats.jpg&hash=66fa946e348f99397c632ab54c63abe5ea3abccd)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: AndyBrown on January 26, 2015, 06:53:20 pm
Absolutely mega that, can't wait to see photos of it back all back together.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: TommyR on January 26, 2015, 08:17:57 pm
Those seats are spot on! Why VW never made these the standard item I will never know. :drool:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: samx300 on January 28, 2015, 03:36:58 pm
I've got the same speakers - awesome setup and ride mate!  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: AmaratD on January 28, 2015, 05:12:13 pm
Great build!!  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on February 14, 2015, 04:39:34 pm
Been a bit busy but the interior is in except for the rear bench.  I wanted it re trimmed as per standard but using Nappa but Del has shown me his idea of where the red stitching should go that will match the red stitching pattern better on the front seats.  I have to give the guy props, it really will look excellent when all together.  he has my spare rear bench and is finishing it off so will be complete soon.

Front door speaker upgrade all installed - I now have a ten speaker set up  :happy2:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FInterior_Refresh_2015%2FFeb%2FInterior-03.jpg&hash=d5c57b5119f818625d3ea8b557fd11fdeaebbf23)

Passenger door done
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FInterior_Refresh_2015%2FFeb%2FDoorcard.jpg&hash=ddbb76ccbc264a19ed8b77278232b1039d7fbea7)

Drivers door done
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FInterior_Refresh_2015%2FFeb%2FDoorcard-01.jpg&hash=4e0cfaf5a84a8558988a9cc4750368418564ff3a)

Sneaky peek of the seats fitted.  Once everything is back together I will take some proper pics (not with an iphone!!) and update this thread.  I really don't have the photography skills to do the interior justice so may get someone who knows what they are doing to take some pics  :happy2:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FInterior_Refresh_2015%2FFeb%2FInteriorSneak.jpg&hash=75fd662624ec26122c24af0a7a6148882ecd500c)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave J on February 14, 2015, 04:43:18 pm
Stunning! You must be so pleased with the result, and rightly so! OEM+ to perfection!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on February 14, 2015, 04:48:52 pm
My battery is as old as the car and have wanted to update the battery for a while.  After advice from the battery thread on the forum I decided to go for a Bosch S5 007.  Not sure how I managed it but two were delivered to me so I have one for sale if anyone wants it? I also got round to getting a proper length of heat wrap as the stuff I had on before was left over from a previous project and wasn't long enough

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FInterior_Refresh_2015%2FFeb%2FNewBattery.jpg&hash=ef5f6feef9bd2b3801170bbd1d521e81ca7126c4)

I replaced my fog lights with projector type a while ago and put LED bulbs in but have never been happy with the light output.  After reading @v4rley (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=6697) review of the new Gen 3 Cree set up I couldn't resist any longer and ordered a set.  the origonals are on the left and the Gen3 Cree are on the right - bit of a difference!!
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FInterior_Refresh_2015%2FFeb%2FCree.jpg&hash=373587b1189e3d8a4f2c7b9124c4f478de01d5ec)

Old on right of pic and new on left of pic - not tried a night drive but even in the daylight the difference is outstanding.  I have corner lights turned on which is why I want better light out put - I don't drive with my fogs on all the time  :signLOL:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FInterior_Refresh_2015%2FFeb%2FNewVOldLED.jpg&hash=0b42056305004ad57b000522944bf7fb426038d0)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on February 14, 2015, 04:50:48 pm
Stunning! You must be so pleased with the result, and rightly so! OEM+ to perfection!

Thank you Dave  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: jimmy-s3 on March 08, 2015, 11:49:02 pm
Any chance you could make a list of all the parts needed for the 4wd conversion please?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: tom89 on March 09, 2015, 02:34:44 am
Just had a flick through this whole thread mate, what a car! Very jealous of those seats. Keep the updates coming.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on March 09, 2015, 07:40:31 am
Thank you  :happy2:

The best way is to find an R32/S3 that's being stripped or keep an eye for bits on eBay. In essence you'll need.....
Whole gearbox or just the transfer splitter box - that'll depend on how confident you are machining your current gearbox as the FWD boxes will need modification
Both front drive shafts
Prop shaft - make sure you get the brackets that weld onto the chassis to support this shaft
Rear subframe including diff, drive shafts, hubs etc. There are steel and alloy versions of the subframe and hubs available
ABS pump and ECU (complete unit) from an AWD car - any should do as long as the donor car is AWD
Duel Yaw sensor from the SAME car that the abs pump & ECU came from
You will need to either sheet metal your boot floor or cut the boot floor pan out the donor vehicle as the spare wheel well sits too low on your Pirelli and needs to be raised
Various brackets, heat shields etc on top of that list. Basically if you find a don't vehicle take anything that's attatched to the parts listed.
Iv probably forgotten something but that's about it
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on March 13, 2015, 09:48:54 pm
I'v been really busy the past few weeks and only been on the forum through my phone so its time for a bit of an update.  I still haven't taken pictures of the interior that does the re trim justice but hopefully a mate will be doing that soon.
Last week I booked in to Awesome GTi to have the main thermostat changed as my car was not getting hotter than 75ish and searching the forum I soon found the cause.  I debated doing it myself but Hassan sorted me out a good price and I decided to let them do the work.  While I was there saw some truly amazing cars and got me thinking again of more power!!
If you have followed my build thread you will see I intend to AWD my car and have all the bits ready to go.  I really do mean to get it done but just as I'm ready a rare part will come up and I focus on that instead.  My wingbacks with full length OEM plaid happened out the blue and my most recent mod did too.  Always on the look out for bits and one of the list was the colour display.  One came up and grabbed it and just been waiting for a chance to get to Eddie_NL for him to work his magic.
I made the herculean round trip in a day from where I am to Ed and back in a day - definitely not one of my best ideas but did it on Monday.   Got there and Ed was straight to work  :grin: We had problems with my colour dials as they appeared to be quite new and his tools were not talking with the colour cluster at all.  We ended up having to install my other Scirocco dials which are 200MPH, blue needle but white display until he could sort the colour ones out. Ed also installed the most up to date Can Gateway for me which means I get a coffee break warning  :signLOL:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FDials_Q1_2015%2FColour_dials-03.jpg&hash=ef64bd6725f739030de57167a1cbc846db97ee42)

We attempted to get MK6 high beam assist going too, but simply ran out of time as I had a 6 hour journey ahead of me to get back home.  Literally the next day Ed called me with good news, he had cracked the issue with my colour display and they were ready to be sent back to me.  My colour dials were from a convertible which meant the picture was wrong of the doors opening etc.  Ed used his coding black magic and got the correct picture for my car - a 3 door.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FDials_Q1_2015%2FColour_dials-02.jpg&hash=d78b1b39a4689ae4e6809e51af4cc796c0ba1917)

He sent me the clocks special delivery and I had them the next day.  I fitted them as soon as I got back from work and I am well impressed!!  The white display makes a huge difference and really updates the interior, but the colour display is next level stuff!!!  Its also great to have all the buttons on the MK6 steering wheel that I bought from Ed a while back all working properly too.  On my instagram (mateguv) there are more pics and videos of these clocks showing the needle sweep etc. if you want to see it in action.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FDials_Q1_2015%2FColour_dials-01.jpg&hash=bbb8e37ae168d5e43d0fc700e628cca9a2f0fbbe)

 :notworthy: Big thank you to Eddie_NL who never fails to impress with his knowledge and workmanship - cant wait to get the high beam assist working  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: AndyBrown on March 14, 2015, 08:14:50 am
Sweeping needles is soooooo good.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: TommyR on March 14, 2015, 11:25:22 am
This car just keeps getting better! :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Batfink76 on March 17, 2015, 09:24:06 pm
Have to agree with the above comment  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: G4SYU on March 23, 2015, 01:26:18 pm
 :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on March 23, 2015, 02:05:48 pm
Thank you all for kind words. I can't take credit for coding these clocks that's all down to @Eddie-NL (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=2345) I simply(!?) found them
@GTi-Andy (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=10725) these clocks are a hybrid of a MK6 colour MFD rear (G6 unit) and a Scirocco face. Located after searching the Internet for a year and a bit. I don't have a part number as these are a blend of two clock units. If you find me on YouTube and Instagram (username is MateyGuv on both) vid of the clock mod and pics are there. Good luck finding bits  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: GTi-Andy on March 24, 2015, 05:20:57 pm
Thank you all for kind words. I can't take credit for coding these clocks that's all down to @Eddie-NL (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=2345) I simply(!?) found them
@GTi-Andy (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=10725) these clocks are a hybrid of a MK6 colour MFD rear (G6 unit) and a Scirocco face. Located after searching the Internet for a year and a bit. I don't have a part number as these are a blend of two clock units. If you find me on YouTube and Instagram (username is MateyGuv on both) vid of the clock mod and pics are there. Good luck finding bits  :happy2:

@MateyGuv (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7486) great vid on you tube, cheers fella - now the hunt begins, should you come across the needed clocks please let me know
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on March 24, 2015, 06:10:35 pm
@GTi-Andy (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=10725) will do bud  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on April 18, 2015, 01:53:55 pm
Got the Auto Polar working right with the Colour MFD - really useful bit of kit and allows basic options to be configured without needing VAGCOM  :happy2:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FPolar.jpg&hash=72407750b9f1b18f7c99dcaf4c7d8cc4d275fa8c)

My tyres needed replacing so bit the bullet and changed all 4 to Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2.  So far I'm really impressed and much prefer them to the Bridgestone's I had on before.  It could be down to the previous set having only approx. 1.8 tread depth on them but the grip on the new set is awesome in comparison.  My MPG's have increased by a notable amount too.
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FGoodyear.jpg&hash=5755414936f5343e8c3e3a6ac208c027964d5b8e)

I'm busy getting the rest of the parts I want for an AWD conversion but nearly there, figure if Im going to do it I may as well polly bush, Exhaust (will need changing anyway), roll bars, SALK and alloy arm it while the bits are off.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on April 23, 2015, 08:46:10 pm
Iv had a problem with my Ed.......

Took my 2007 Edition 30 DSG for a short drive yesterday and while moving in slow traffic the accelerator stopped providing acceleration yet the gear indicator said it was in gear. The engine then stalled. I was able to put the car into neutral and restart it then got back home. Later on I went to start the car and all good, went down the road and engine management light came on and when coming to a stop engine stalled again.
Got it home and started again but would only idle for a few seconds then stall again. Plugged my scanner in (eBay special) and no fault codes but eml still on. Disconnected the battery and left for 5 then reconnected and it started and was able to idle for about a minute then died again.

The eBay special wasn't giving me any help so bit the bullet and bought a legit Ross-Tech cable from Gendan (http://www.gendan.co.uk/product_VCHU.html) after searching this site for recommendations and they didn't let me down.  Got it delivered net day so was able to do a proper scan. 
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FVCDS.jpg&hash=a649edc590cab0cd95f9576960ae8b1a27d7b3b1)
The scan revealed a problem with the LPFP so asked for some advice from the forum and @Dave J (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=6566) and @fuscobal (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1393) came to the rescue. Many thanks guys  :happy2: :drinking: :happy2:

It was either gonna be the thrust sensor or the LPFP itself. Dave kindly supplied the part number for the sensor (06E 906 051K just incase anyone reading this needs it) and fuscobal kindly advised me what is required to change the LPFP to a TTRS unit, which I have as part of my 4WD plans, so I had all bases covered.
Spoke to my local TPS this morning who happened to have the sensor in stock.  I wanted to try the sensor first as this would be the easiest to swap out.  Their delivery van happened to be passing me on its rounds today and they agreed to send it out on the van for me.  They gave me trade price and even delivered it!  Well impressed - I have spend a fair bit with them but still was chuffed they would deliver it to me  :happy2:

Old V New thrust sensor
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FThrust_Sensor.jpg&hash=bf9985d4097dfd29977f4cd64e7dde9a9e85ab0b)

The swap over took all of 5 mins.  I cleared all faults then turned the car on and it fired up as expected, Iv let it get to temp and gone for a drive and it didn't miss a beat. Just run another scan and all seems good now.

Fingers crossed that's all it was - thanks again Dave and Fuscobal  :happy2: :drinking: :happy2:
 
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: TForrest94 on April 23, 2015, 08:57:32 pm
Glad it wasn't anything too serious mate, great to have vcds now especially with the awd happening soon, this car is gonna be the nuts when it's done
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave J on April 23, 2015, 09:02:06 pm
Glad to hear the issue is sorted now, & nice work from your local TPS depot! Must admit, the proper vagcom leads are well worth it - mine has helped me a number of times on my golfs.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: fuscobal on April 24, 2015, 08:37:57 am
Glad you sorted it out at a minimal expense !
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on April 28, 2015, 07:24:43 pm
After messing around in the engine bay I realised it needed a clean.  Covered all the major electric bits and went to work.  Happy with the results and the car even started up after  :laugh:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FEngine_Bay_Clean.jpg&hash=f9eef8046af585e1d80c80ddfa91a8139e99ad8b)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: AndyBrown on April 28, 2015, 08:24:54 pm
I really need to do mine.
Did you use a pressure washer on it Jim? Don't think I'm brave enough.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on April 28, 2015, 08:34:42 pm
I really need to do mine.
Did you use a pressure washer on it Jim? Don't think I'm brave enough.
No pressure washer just a decent hose. After covering the major electrics and alternator then used degreaser and agitated it. Hosed off and dried well then used some dressing. Kept my fingers crossed and it started - have to be honest I don't like doing it cause there are so many nasty stories about people messing their cars up washing the engine bay  :scared: @AndyBrown (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=10128)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: AndyBrown on April 28, 2015, 09:06:27 pm
Think I'll just sponge the degreaser off, it's a bit intimidating for me letting a hose loose on it.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: fuscobal on April 30, 2015, 05:13:13 pm
Problems inside the engine bay come from spraying various liquids on the electrical conectors (which are plenty) !
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 09, 2015, 07:37:50 pm
Iv had a small nagging issue with my colour clocks since they were installed where the handbrake on light was showing up as the bulb out warning due to the foils being different.  Not a major issue but annoyed the hell out of me - every time I put the handbrake on it looked like I had a bulb out and no handbrake on  :fighting:
All good now - never thought I'd be so happy to see the handbrake on light  :signLOL:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FHandbrake.jpg&hash=dde86b3e452006c828eaf2adfd5be7cf3fa8bbfd)

After reading good things about this stuff on the forum thought I'd give this stuff a go. For 20 notes its worth a go, put it in this morning and done nearly 150 miles already. Cant say I noticed any difference but all the miles were motorway so hard to tell at the moment
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2F44k.jpg&hash=0aaa42c71fa87d5e2b2ff619f62ffa2d3edfa2b5)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave J on May 09, 2015, 09:57:04 pm
Nice work, but there's still not enough pics of your pornographic ED30 buckets...
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 09, 2015, 10:00:45 pm
 :grin: My mate with the camera skills keeps letting me down   :fighting2:
I'll rob my dads proper camera and take some tomorrow - at least they'll be better than iPhone pics  :signLOL: @Dave J (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=6566)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 11, 2015, 05:29:34 pm
My Dad has lent his camera to a friend so failed to get some decent pictures of the interior again  :sad1:

Got round to fitting a Unibrace
 (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FUni1.jpg&hash=719cbdef81aa5c8f13519de0d60349b9b74bceb0)

All fitted
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FUni2.jpg&hash=68889f99cc2e7c9da37fdb52be34b919dfa51737)

I'm impressed how different the car feels already.  Not gone for a big drive or given it a proper try but certainly feels more together round the bends  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: jonvr6 on May 11, 2015, 09:52:01 pm
Nice car fella
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Shoduchi on May 11, 2015, 11:07:22 pm
Another impressive project! Congrats on the job done so far. For the look of it it's still far from being finished. :notworthy:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Andy-GTI on May 12, 2015, 12:28:34 am
Hats off to the effort you've put into this car. It's a beauty!!

Looking forward to reading about the AWD conversion

 :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 16, 2015, 03:18:09 pm
Used a full tank with the 44k in it and filled up again. Seem to be getting 2mpg more on the same daily journey so looks like it's done something. Not noticed any improvement in performance or starting though
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 24, 2015, 11:22:53 am
Made a spur of the moment purchase which I think will look good. After seeing these wheels on a VRS months ago I always thought they would look cool on my car. Sort of ed35 flavour but a little different. I was offered these and for the money I simply couldn't resist and have taken a punt they will suit. Come off a VRS at PDI because the owner wanted the 19", so they are as new with tyres that have done a massive 20 miles!!!! Wish I'd waited a bit a few weeks ago before I got new tyres  :signLOL:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FD5EB75CF-DFFC-49D9-BD36-953896783728.png.jpeg&hash=06fc962636cae9e19dc1851c5566cca808c8f39e)
Should be with me mid week so I'll put pics up with what they look like on the car when I get them
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: M9xxr on May 24, 2015, 11:48:50 am
Thats a result! the look awesome, there like the late s3 wheels  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 24, 2015, 12:25:52 pm
Thats a result! the look awesome, there like the late s3 wheels  :happy2:
I hope they will look good, but if not I should be able to make a bit of cash selling them on.
Only thing I'm not sure of is the center cap size - I think they are 56mm
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Shoduchi on May 24, 2015, 04:52:17 pm
Those wheels will look awesome! Get them fitted to show us pictures! :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 24, 2015, 10:34:14 pm
Looks nice

I feel like you don't really mean it, youv said that to all the cars on the first page of the members rides section. Thought I was special  :sad1:

 :signLOL: :grin: :signLOL:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: rich83 on May 24, 2015, 10:52:58 pm
Looks nice

I feel like you don't really mean it, youv said that to all the cars on the first page of the members rides section. Thought I was special  :sad1:

 :signLOL: :grin: :signLOL:

He's gone....  :innocent:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Shoduchi on May 24, 2015, 11:16:08 pm
He's gone....  :innocent:
That was quickly done!  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 25, 2015, 05:27:54 pm
@Dave J (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=6566) Here are some pics of the interior as promised. I took them myself with a decent camera, but as you can see I'm not the best with a camera, even if it is a good one  :signLOL: Still, they are better than the iPhone ones  :drinking:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FQ2_2015%2FInterior_Good_camera%2FInterior-09.jpg&hash=c70c8cf0403f3f2bec2cbe5714e29516521a61b0)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FQ2_2015%2FInterior_Good_camera%2FInterior-07.jpg&hash=c17ff217ea59b4438e86ad7402cc9339c3dd9796)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FQ2_2015%2FInterior_Good_camera%2FInterior-08.jpg&hash=c60efc5d91cdfbb043e9fbd4db4467acae57b62f)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FQ2_2015%2FInterior_Good_camera%2FInterior-06.jpg&hash=08822ad0b6c12263a0f479540a5daa2f4d4abad8)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FQ2_2015%2FInterior_Good_camera%2FInterior-05.jpg&hash=a6257d1a22845a8684aefb044a6ca3834bb98f94)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FQ2_2015%2FInterior_Good_camera%2FInterior-04.jpg&hash=5881cf2ebee8eecc91c326012e7396547f75fe4a)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FQ2_2015%2FInterior_Good_camera%2FInterior-03.jpg&hash=7688354dbe30becb4c98a60af11fc99807a44d81)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FQ2_2015%2FInterior_Good_camera%2FInterior-02.jpg&hash=7f6c0c27df13a324ba1e089975b4f0ff076c9144)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FQ2_2015%2FInterior_Good_camera%2FInterior-01.jpg&hash=4c771e2b68eac4f00a20cbc318b9814490e6a633)

And just because Iv just cleaned it  :pomppomp:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FQ2_2015%2FInterior_Good_camera%2FClean_again.jpg&hash=63c862bb86638c5e66233e9822ea25fd4ef06004)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: fab5freddy on May 25, 2015, 05:30:28 pm
 :congrats: :drool:

Absolutely stunning  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: prp74 on May 25, 2015, 05:43:40 pm
That is stunning  :drool:

Your ed30  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 25, 2015, 06:00:02 pm
Thank you guys - means a lot  :drinking:
Just hope these new wheels suit. Starting to have doubts  :scared:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave J on May 25, 2015, 06:17:50 pm
Now that looks absolutely epic :notworthy:. The quality looks better than OEM with that Nappa leather - I really like the red stitching on the doorcards too - told you it'd work! It really is the best ED30 interior I've seen :congrats:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 25, 2015, 06:26:53 pm
Now that looks absolutely epic :notworthy:. The quality looks better than OEM with that Nappa leather - I really like the red stitching on the doorcards too - told you it'd work! It really is the best ED30 interior I've seen :congrats:
Thanks mate, have to say I'm really happy I had the doorcards and armrest Napa'd and red stitched. Does make it all gel together more. I'm still waiting on the rear bench to be done - it's gonna have Napa and red stitch but the stitching is gonna be slightly different to standard ED30 to match where the red is on the wingbacks. Should be epic  :happy2:
@Dave J (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=6566) so what do you recon to the VRS wheels?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Aleksaa on May 25, 2015, 06:32:55 pm
OMG!!! Dude, if I lived somewhere near you, i would steal your interior.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 25, 2015, 06:34:59 pm
OMG!!! Dude, if I lived somewhere near you, i would steal your interior.
That's good to know  :surprised:
You'd have to get past me and two dogs though so best of luck  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Aleksaa on May 25, 2015, 06:43:56 pm
Nah, you are lucky I'm 1000miles away Sick interior mate, especially the premium tacho.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 25, 2015, 06:45:14 pm
Nah, you are lucky I'm 1000miles away Sick interior mate, especially the premium tacho.
:drinking:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: dazza on May 25, 2015, 06:58:53 pm
Your old seats looked in good nick do u still have them? Some ducking idiot put s line seats in my car.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 25, 2015, 07:02:17 pm
Your old seat looked in good nick do u still have them? Some ducking idiot put s line seats in my car.
I'm keeping them I'm afraid - when the day comes to go back to standard it'll make it easier - sorry bro @dazza (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=10457)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: dazza on May 25, 2015, 07:05:57 pm
Your old seat looked in good nick do u still have them? Some ducking idiot put s line seats in my car.
I'm keeping them I'm afraid - when the day comes to go back to standard it'll make it easier - sorry bro @dazza (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=10457)
Probably for the best the wife will go ape sh*t if i switch out perfectly good seats (In her eyes anyway).
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave J on May 26, 2015, 09:27:28 pm
@Dave J (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=6566) so what do you recon to the VRS wheels?
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I've not seen these before - as you say, bit of an ED35 vibe to them. Look like a nice colour match to the steel grey - only thing I'm not sure about is that they look quite chunky. When fitted up on the car I am sure they will work very well though!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 26, 2015, 09:30:47 pm
@Dave J (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=6566) that's my fear - will find out on Thursday though - fingers crossed!!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: AbzGTI on May 27, 2015, 02:02:20 pm
WOW. :congrats:
CAR IS AMAZING. what a beauty. stunning eddy. keep it up mate :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 29, 2015, 10:05:13 pm
After a bit of a mess up by paisley freight I received the wheels today.  Just placed them in front of the car to see what they look like and I think I like them.  Any comments welcome, good or bad - Id like peoples opinions  :happy2:
If you look closely you can will see the standard ED30 rims spokes but hopefully you get the idea  :drinking:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FNew_Wheels.jpg&hash=c789ed7c7a8ccdcd84867b7f25011d39839dc75d)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: M9xxr on May 29, 2015, 10:16:22 pm
its bit hard to tell, what size tyres are on them? they look quite big, with a smaller tyre i think they could work! its always bit hard with a mk5 as they suit the edition wheels so well! and you don't want it to look like it has reps on it either!  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 29, 2015, 10:25:05 pm
its bit hard to tell, what size tyres are on them? they look quite big, with a smaller tyre i think they could work! its always bit hard with a mk5 as they suit the edition wheels so well! and you don't want it to look like it has reps on it either!  :happy2:
Tyres are 225/40R18 I agree the standard wheels suit it really well but Iv always liked the VRS Gemini's so wanted to give it a go. Think I'm going to fit them properly over the weekend and see what I think when they are in the car
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: AndyBrown on May 29, 2015, 10:35:14 pm
I didn't like them from the photo you put up but seeing them there they've grown on me.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Rob1 on May 29, 2015, 11:32:07 pm
I saw your you tube video of your clocks earlier, they look pretty smart.


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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: shoaybmakda on May 30, 2015, 12:58:15 am
@MateyGuv (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7486) will you be selling the pescaras? or keeping them as spares?
Title: Ed30 #1521
Post by: SeyiiOluwa on May 30, 2015, 04:15:55 am
This car is rather incredible if I'm to be honest with ya. Very well done. I think I prefer the ED30 rims though but let's see when they're fitted
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Callum45 on May 30, 2015, 05:21:05 am
The thing i find is when you change the wheels on a ED30 it makes it look like a replica of some sort  :laugh:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 30, 2015, 08:25:34 am
Thanks for the comments guys - keep them coming  :happy2:
I'm going to fit them for the full effect then see what's what. I do agree with the dangers of changing pescaras, maybe these Skoda wheels will be my winters?
Defo not selling the pescaras!!
Cheers Rob, my dials really do change the feel of the at and brings it up to date nicely  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Shoduchi on May 30, 2015, 09:10:26 am
I prefer the Pescaras over those wheels, although they suit well the Skoda Octavia. Not so sure about the Eddie.

I think it's easier to like more Motorsport wheels (OZ, Team Dynamics, Neuspeed, etc.) or some from BBS, VMR and the likes that look good in almost all cars.

Lets see them fitted. :smiley:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave(tm) on May 30, 2015, 10:31:07 am
I love Pescaras tbh and think they suit the eddy down to the ground. That said, I think the new wheels will look awesome. You got them on yet?

Dave
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 30, 2015, 11:04:19 am
I love Pescaras tbh and think they suit the eddy down to the ground. That said, I think the new wheels will look awesome. You got them on yet?

Dave
Not on yet, cleaning and polishing them then gonna put some carbon collective sealer on them. I'm working today but plan to do it tomorrow - just couldn't resist offering them up last night  :signLOL:

I'm not planning to get rid of the Pescaras as I agree they look the business one car but mine need a little TLC so wanted another set of wheels while they are worked on. I got the Skoda wheels and tyres at an excellent price so if nothing else iv got my next set of tyres sorted  :happy2:
I'll put pics up when I fit them
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Andy on May 30, 2015, 01:14:22 pm
Be interesting how they look once on the car
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 31, 2015, 09:20:28 pm
Fitted the wheels properly today, took the opportunity to really clean the arches too. Used some Carbon Collective wheel sealer on the wheels as they are "as new" so future cleaning should be easier.  Im still working out the right centre caps to get for these wheels but I will get some fitted as soon as I figure it out.  I think MK4 R32 wheel centre caps will fit.

I think I dig these wheels but its clear I need to lower the car now  :wink:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FNew_Wheels1.jpg&hash=e6e27c39d400c7c938923ea4ebbd3fe63906b7b9)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FNew_Wheels2.jpg&hash=b031b9e105f371990de1633d103e06358e078391)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FNew_Wheels3.jpg&hash=fd6228947a6ee91dcaead83d2fc471849caac7c0)

Any thoughts appreciated  - Good or Bad  :drinking:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: SeyiiOluwa on May 31, 2015, 09:21:56 pm
I think the rims look really really nice. But then I also think it takes away from the original Ed30 look. When I saw it I said 'Really sexy Golf'


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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 31, 2015, 09:31:09 pm
I think the rims look really really nice. But then I also think it takes away from the original Ed30 look. When I saw it I said 'Really sexy Golf'


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Thanks for the kind words mate  :happy2: I'm not getting rid of the Pescara's so they will be back when they have been refurbished - maybe - The more I look at the car the more I'm liking these wheels.  My ED30 has been messed with quite a lot so it will never look like an ED30 should to someone that knows their Golf's.  When I AWD it I'm not sure it'll technically be an ED30 anymore  :surprised:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave(tm) on May 31, 2015, 10:49:03 pm
I think the rims look really really nice. But then I also think it takes away from the original Ed30 look. When I saw it I said 'Really sexy Golf'


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Thanks for the kind words mate  :happy2: I'm not getting rid of the Pescara's so they will be back when they have been refurbished - maybe - The more I look at the car the more I'm liking these wheels.  My ED30 has been messed with quite a lot so it will never look like an ED30 should to someone that knows their Golf's.  When I AWD it I'm not sure it'll technically be an ED30 anymore  :surprised:

I agree, and the wheels look great. With this: mind, I think you did just send my the Pescaras for safe keeping?

Dave
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: TForrest94 on June 01, 2015, 01:25:47 pm
The carbon collective stuff is the muts nutd mate, got it on my calipers and they are still holding up like new nearly 6 minths on, had it on my old alloys as well and they laughed at winter roads! A jet wash once a week is all they really needed and normal shampoo if proper dirty
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Shoduchi on June 01, 2015, 03:00:00 pm
I like those wheels and I agree that you need to lower the car a bit now. :smiley:

If you want Eibach Sportlines for DSG, I'll be selling mine with 15.000 miles on them. I got H&R -30 mm instead because I want to fit Koni Sport dampers and was advised that they don't work well with Eibach Sportlines.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on June 05, 2015, 09:30:58 pm
@dave (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=6010)(tm) LOL, I'll think I'll keep them cheers  :wink:
@TForrest94 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7740)  I'm really impressed with the carbon collective stuff in general - the wheels look like I'v just cleaned them still - so far so good

Iv got the right centre caps fitted now (MK4 R32 fit perfectly) so thought I'd share some pics.  Think the caps really make it look better, Im starting to think these wheels suit quite well but definitely needs lowering. @Shoduchi (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=10590) has got me seriously thinking about some sportlines

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FDSC02790.jpg&hash=c56fe9160496bb98558ed4b9a142a0422fbb6947)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FDSC02791.jpg&hash=e6133a51e8df69176751bb9b412c03efa40a5119)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Jimmm on June 05, 2015, 10:23:55 pm
I like the wheels dude, question about the TT steering rack and hubs? my steering rack is on the way and I was wondering about the benefits?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on June 05, 2015, 10:40:00 pm
I like the wheels dude, question about the TT steering rack and hubs? my steering rack is on the way and I was wondering about the benefits?
@Jimmm (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=8344)  you've gone way back in my thread!  :happy2: End goal is big power and at the time my thoughts for the traction issues was to fit the TT hubs and wishbones. This adds track width that should help traction. The TT rack, as far as I know, feels the same as the golfs but the ends are like a hook instead of straight. This would allow the clearance needed for 9 inch width wheels. I have since changed plans and am going to put S3 running gear in my ED to make it 4WD and sold the old TT set up
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: SeyiiOluwa on June 06, 2015, 12:59:20 am
Wheels look solid


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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on June 14, 2015, 08:27:40 pm
Got some Sportlines and fitted them yesterday.  Three went without a problem but the last front one was a pig

Rears Fitted
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FRear_After.jpg&hash=863e5ea7133683ce8117834183ca69300a35f88b)

Got careless with a hammer on the front passenger side persuading the strut out and mashed the brake hose so bad it split  :scared:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FOoooops.jpg&hash=2a246308bd234cbe48c5645a16e8bea87f1d10f8)

Emergency trip to Awesome GTi was needed as they had in stock a new set - only one they had so now I have front and rear steel brake lines  :innocent:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FNew_Lines.jpg&hash=c7e032d66f811296838f1b4ad8d92f05d7e59269)

Front finally fitted
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FFront_Fitted.jpg&hash=1a530a7f755a419a3aee6a8272bb54921157b0e6)

Just off the lift and not settled
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FJust_dropped.jpg&hash=b5334f4e9dcf6439c0899d5ec4e8d3205a285770)

After a few miles car has settled a bit
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FSettled.jpg&hash=f9e39505ede545f9ea78071f6d27a2eae55b16b4)

Think I need to put some spacers on the wheels now, maybe 5mm??  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Shoduchi on June 14, 2015, 08:52:50 pm
5 mm is the minimum. 8 mm should be fine as well. I have 8" wide wheels with ET45 and no rubbing. :happy2:

I hope you'll like them. For me it sits perfect. Just don't forget that your OEM dampers will have a shorter life.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: D_Philli_82 on June 14, 2015, 09:44:55 pm
Really like these wheels....look spot on with the car colour...

I'd say the front is spaced perfectly...8mm on the back is all you need  :congrats:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on June 17, 2015, 10:42:45 am
Thanks guys - with it sitting lower in really liking these wheels now. Think I'm gonna defo go 8mm rear and possibly 5mm on front.

Yesterday I surprised myself and did a DSG basic reset using VCDS - gearbox feels so much nicer now   :smiley:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: m1k3ydu8 on June 20, 2015, 10:17:45 pm
very nice. the vrs wheels really suite the car  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Shoduchi on June 21, 2015, 01:43:34 am
5 mm is the minimum. 8 mm should be fine as well. I have 8" wide wheels with ET45 and no rubbing. :happy2:

I hope you'll like them. For me it sits perfect. Just don't forget that your OEM dampers will have a shorter life.
Ok, today I managed to rub the front tyres going too fast through a road depression. I might need to remove the front arch liner screw. :fighting:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Johnsy on June 22, 2015, 11:58:59 pm
Very nice indeed
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on June 24, 2015, 10:34:34 pm
Iv had the retrimmed wingbacks and door cards in the car for a while but have been waiting for Del @ Optimus trimmers to have a chance to do the rear bench in the same Nappa.  I got a second hand rear leather bench from an R32 and dropped it off when I collected the wingbacks.  I asked Del to trim them with the remaining plaid I had in Nappa as per standard ED30 rear bench.......... he was going to do exactly as I asked but he said he had come up with an idea that would follow the lines of the red stitch the wingbacks had better.  After a few pics were sent with exactly what he meant I came to the conclusion that his OCD is worse than mine and he had a vision of how the rears would work with the wingbacks. Its hard to describe without seeing the ED30 front and rear seats next to each other but the red stitch does conform to a pattern front to back.  The wingbacks red stitch is in a very different position as they are completely different shape to the standard seats.

Anyhow, Del has sent me a teaser pic of the upper rear bench and I wanted to share......

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FRear_seats-01.jpg&hash=b5474dd28bd7c5672f5078960e655c5cdf70611f)

There is something very different to these seats and its not the armrest, anyone see what it is??  :popcornsoda:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FRear_seats-02.jpg&hash=c74fce93122b619e61ec4af384eb8629a4699a59)

What's planned for the lower rear is mind blowing - credit to Del, he man is a genius  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Shoduchi on June 24, 2015, 11:40:30 pm
He fitted more red stitch to the bench? :confused:

OEM Ed. 30 has the outer lines grey:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fmm475%2FShoduchi%2FGolf_GTI_Ed._30_12.jpg&hash=e8187cb73f2162d6fac5efbceff5cf8fb1ab3f98)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on June 24, 2015, 11:56:31 pm
Red stitch is different place but not the main difference. The picture you posted shows the difference perfectly  :happy2: @Shoduchi (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=10590)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: SeyiiOluwa on June 24, 2015, 11:57:11 pm
Headrest centre?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on June 25, 2015, 12:00:33 am
Headrest centre?

 :happy2: part of it
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Shoduchi on June 25, 2015, 12:04:26 am
I don't see the place for the centre seatbelt nor the centre headrest. :confused:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on June 25, 2015, 12:06:45 am
Yup centre belt deleted
Never carry anyone in the back anyway and I think this'll look the business. Not gonna be to everyone's taste but I think it'll look sweet
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Shoduchi on June 25, 2015, 12:15:33 am
Since you had the bench refurbished I see the advantage of doing that. :happy2:

I too rarely transport people in the back of the car. Can you legally transport 5 from now on?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on June 25, 2015, 12:21:08 am
Legally no - realistically I'd never want anyone in the back anyway cause i'd be worried they'd damage the paint on the wingback rears  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Shoduchi on June 25, 2015, 12:26:00 am
Good point! :signLOL:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on June 25, 2015, 10:25:09 pm
Another update from Del @optimus trimmers -Not the greatest quality pic.  Seats are done with a subtle touch to the lower bench part............

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ2_2015%2FRear_seats-03.jpg&hash=8035a9ff4b7561908c104df2732ed63800db2ca8)

Road trip to Scotland on Tuesday to pick them up  :driver:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: markjj on June 26, 2015, 12:49:13 am
Hi, new forum member here. Just spent the last 3 hours reading and digesting all the work you have done to your eddy and ill probably be late for work tomorrow as a result. The attention to detail is unreal and felt i had to compliment on what`s been a great read. Cant wait see you upcoming plans with the car.   :congrats:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on June 26, 2015, 10:10:30 am
Hi, new forum member here. Just spent the last 3 hours reading and digesting all the work you have done to your eddy and ill probably be late for work tomorrow as a result. The attention to detail is unreal and felt i had to compliment on what`s been a great read. Cant wait see you upcoming plans with the car.   :congrats:

Thank you pal, Iv given you your first "thank you" for your first post  :drinking: Great to hear you've had some enjoyment reading my build thread - Iv not really started yet so stay tuned  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MrACD on June 26, 2015, 02:03:48 pm
Just read all of this, my eyes are stinging a bit lol... Kinda gobsmacked of what you've achieved so far with it :drinking:

Initially I thought the Pescaras looked better but when I saw the car dropped a bit with the newer wheels I think they look great..

Look forward to what else you are doing now!

In the meantime, I've called the scrap man to come and collect my GTi, as compared to this..... mine is....  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: SeyiiOluwa on June 26, 2015, 02:15:05 pm

Just read all of this, my eyes are stinging a bit lol... Kinda gobsmacked of what you've achieved so far with it :drinking:

Initially I thought the Pescaras looked better but when I saw the car dropped a bit with the newer wheels I think they look great..

Look forward to what else you are doing now!

In the meantime, I've called the scrap man to come and collect my GTi, as compared to this..... mine is....  :signLOL:
any parts for sale ?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MrACD on June 26, 2015, 02:20:12 pm

Just read all of this, my eyes are stinging a bit lol... Kinda gobsmacked of what you've achieved so far with it :drinking:

Initially I thought the Pescaras looked better but when I saw the car dropped a bit with the newer wheels I think they look great..

Look forward to what else you are doing now!

In the meantime, I've called the scrap man to come and collect my GTi, as compared to this..... mine is....  :signLOL:
any parts for sale ?

 :signLOL: Nah my car is fine really mate, I am slowly getting it how I want it.  I was being sarcastic  :sad1: - Just saying mine compared to his....  :laugh:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on June 26, 2015, 03:15:20 pm

Just read all of this, my eyes are stinging a bit lol... Kinda gobsmacked of what you've achieved so far with it :drinking:

Initially I thought the Pescaras looked better but when I saw the car dropped a bit with the newer wheels I think they look great..

Look forward to what else you are doing now!

In the meantime, I've called the scrap man to come and collect my GTi, as compared to this..... mine is....  :signLOL:
any parts for sale ?

 :signLOL: Nah my car is fine really mate, I am slowly getting it how I want it.  I was being sarcastic  :sad1: - Just saying mine compared to his....  :laugh:

Thank you for the kind words  :drinking:
My ED isn't a show car by any stretch of the imagination, it's my dialy driver so it's got a few stone chips etc. I only take pictures of its good bits  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave J on June 26, 2015, 10:03:11 pm
Nice work on the rear seats - that's a really nice little detail just there. Links the plaid up very well indeed  :congrats:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on June 26, 2015, 10:07:08 pm
Nice work on the rear seats - that's a really nice little detail just there. Links the plaid up very well indeed  :congrats:
I thought you may notice it  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on July 01, 2015, 12:08:39 am
So had a road trip to Scotland today and collected the rear bench fro Del @ Optimus Interiors. Once again my photography skills don't do these things justice, but wanted to share so please forgive my photo skills...

New Bench V's Standard ED30 Bench

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ3_2015%2FBench-01.jpg&hash=ff318dd22c1db3a174b2dd661df0d0cd1ca06496)

Shot of the new bench on its own

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ3_2015%2FBench-02.jpg&hash=d7f0b0a597491739a6c57566de6b9defe56ce72f)

Fitted in car

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ3_2015%2FBench-04.jpg&hash=edb24c0bdf5bf3b6f8667cf61c1c44f09421fac7)

In car with armrest down

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ3_2015%2FBench-03.jpg&hash=b09c599f52cd055fd67889499f7c97967170e5c5)

Molly was impressed  :signLOL:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ3_2015%2FDSC02812.jpg&hash=27667201bd1971fa2463b33494d6165cbe21d26b)

Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Rholtby on July 01, 2015, 04:03:04 am
Them seats are a piece of art
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: dansmith180 on July 01, 2015, 02:29:39 pm
They're beautiful mate, subtle and look spot on.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on July 09, 2015, 01:09:56 pm
I THINK Iv found another metre of the plaid if anyone wants? Waiting on size but if interested will update
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: supercati on July 11, 2015, 02:28:02 pm
Hey :) You were one of the reasons to join this forum, I saw and I still follow your videos on YouTube.

Your GTI is simply close to perfect! Lots of interesting details on it. The backets are awesome  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dan648v on July 11, 2015, 03:17:24 pm
Nice smart little touch with the centre rest!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on July 11, 2015, 05:52:05 pm
Hey :) You were one of the reasons to join this forum, I saw and I still follow your videos on YouTube.

Your GTI is simply close to perfect! Lots of interesting details on it. The backets are awesome  :happy2:
Mate I'm humbled - thank you for your kind words  :drinking:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on July 11, 2015, 05:56:11 pm
Nice smart little touch with the centre rest!
I can't take credit for that - that's all from Del @ Optimus Automotive Interiors. I wanted it done as per standard but with Nappa leather to match the front. It took Del a while to convince me but he was right - it looks the business in the car  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: GTIFR on July 11, 2015, 07:00:21 pm
Don't know how I haven't seen this thread before. Stunning car mateyguv and those seats look fantastic!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: M9xxr on July 22, 2015, 09:42:23 am
Amazing difference with the seats! shows how shiney leather goes even in a few years and minimal use! intertior is spot on now and the best ive seen for sure. Miles nicer than any coloured show stuff. Keep up the good work  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: waj27 on July 24, 2015, 03:01:52 pm
Amazing project mate, true example of what a high spec'd ED30 should look like. Pm your way on some help
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 20, 2015, 11:34:36 am
Not much to report on the Golf apart from fitting passenger side boot for coming up MOT.
I had the money together for the AWD conversion but used it to buy a posh ring for my girlfriend who said yes and is now my fiancé  :laugh: The golf is going to take a back seat until the Wedding next July but after that I'll be back on it. I even said to her id sell the car to fund everything and she said she'd leave me if I did cause she knows how much enjoyment I get from it!! What a lady!!!!!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: omeydz on September 20, 2015, 12:34:49 pm
Aww congratulations!! Very understanding lady you have by your side.. defo keeper material ;)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Rob1 on September 20, 2015, 02:39:02 pm
Congrats to you and the young lady
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave J on September 20, 2015, 04:13:58 pm
Many congratulations to you and your fiancé! Love the comment - sounds as though she is into the car as much as you! 
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Andy on September 20, 2015, 07:49:35 pm
Congrats to you both mate
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 09, 2015, 05:34:46 pm
Thank you for your kind words guys  :happy2:
Today I got the cam belt, water pump, fuel filter and DSG reset using VAS done. Maintainence work really but just to update.
I also made contact with a great chap who can custom make the LEDs I want for the quad light mod Iv been developing - the jigsaw is coming together  :laugh:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: JoeDarKa on November 09, 2015, 08:52:21 pm
Iv been meaning to ask whats been going on with the quad lights!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on November 10, 2015, 06:36:31 pm
Iv been meaning to ask whats been going on with the quad lights!
Loads of testing and waiting on custom tooling to make end result better finish. @v4rley (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=6697) has come up trumps with some excellent LED brake lights which will cut the costs of the full fat versions dramatically (need 6 bulbs!!!) Last thing I want to do is get some custom LED rings and electronics manufactured for cost and ease of use. Then I'll get myself stocked up with parts and start making  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: v4rley on November 10, 2015, 07:47:19 pm
^^  :laugh: exciting times! Know this kit is going to be amazing

hope the bulbs are to your high standard  :grin:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 18, 2015, 07:02:52 pm
Not been using the Golf so much as work means star ship miles so got a daily driver (nothing exciting, just a Skoda Diesel) I really miss the power but needs must....

Not lost the love for the Golf though so spent some time on her today.

Iv been wanting to swap the seatbelts for a while to the Edition 35 belts as they have a red strip on the sides and I thought they would finish off my interior well.  I got the belts from @kylej1 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7122)  who was trying to fit them to an Audi S3, but he was unable to do it as the rear tensioners are completely different and wouldn't work.

When I got them I decided to give them a clean as they were out the car and it was easy enough to do - I was amazed how dirty they were!!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ4_2015_Seatbelt_Change%2FBelts_cleaning.jpg&hash=d53f51fa78f1745c53206bb2da687038bee60301)

To get to the belts meant having to rip the interior out the car again

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When I had the interior out last time I managed to smash some of the drivers side rear door card fixings so I took the opportunity to install new ones as it was bugging the hell out of me knowing they weren't there

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ4_2015_Seatbelt_Change%2FDoor_card_fixings_fix.jpg&hash=5564909432874cdb7581d3454bebbf5728cc1243)

Once I got the units out I needed to take the belts out of the original tensioners so pulled it to full extension then held on tight!!

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Worked the belt out so the pin can be extracted

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Brace the tensioner so it doesn't unwind - that would be a massive problem!!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ4_2015_Seatbelt_Change%2FBelt_stay.jpg&hash=2432b11e05ebe6054f0859d7c450002461455a46)

Install new belt making sure its the right belt, in the right position and the anti rattle bunch of fabric is facing the right way.  Push pin in so it fits flush with belt then pull through making sure its seated properly

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Rears fitted, also showing the old belt next to the Edition 35 belts

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Fronts fitted

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ4_2015_Seatbelt_Change%2FFront_belt_fitted.jpg&hash=09d61b4a80fb1a48785c43fc7ab1be7d147f24d9)

Then I re fitted the interior and all is done  :smiley:  By the time I finished it was pitch black outside so this picture is not the best but you can see the front and rear belts on the seats.  Hope you all approve?

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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Scottymon on December 18, 2015, 07:07:39 pm
Dedication there mate... belts look great against the AWESOME seats!!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: dazza on December 18, 2015, 07:08:24 pm
Love the seat belts.  :drool: good job.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Shoduchi on December 18, 2015, 07:53:48 pm
Best buckets and seat belts! Congrats mate! :notworthy:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dan648v on December 18, 2015, 10:20:47 pm
Awesome interior! But you already knew that  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Mitch H on December 18, 2015, 10:37:51 pm
Belts look great! I love little touches like that!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: samx300 on December 19, 2015, 12:44:13 am
That is one helluva dedicated mod mate! Looks slick though, well done!  :drinking:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: G4SYU on December 20, 2015, 03:18:11 am
grrr88888 thread  :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats: :congrats:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Jase on December 26, 2015, 10:19:16 pm
Lovely car and those seats look amazing!!!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: RBS on December 27, 2015, 04:43:56 am
Beautiful car!! Love the subtle changes on it!!  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: ameet on December 29, 2015, 04:50:44 pm
lovely car, seats look spot on!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dave J on December 29, 2015, 10:22:01 pm
That's another superb OEM+ touch right there  :congrats:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: graham-gti on December 29, 2015, 11:52:52 pm
Just spent the last however long reading the build thread from start to finish.

Lovely lovely car. Love the detail and cannot wait to see what next year brings.

Reading this has given me a kick up the back side to do all the things to my gti that I have wanted to do for months. 



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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 30, 2015, 08:45:56 am
Thank for all the kind words guys  :drinking:
Iv finally found myself a normal job that pays alright, only 40 hours a week and Monday to Friday so I'll actually have some spare time to finally finish the quad light solution off  :jumping:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: RetroRaz on December 30, 2015, 10:46:59 am
@mateyguv i followed your guide on the quad lights but tiger sealed them 3 times.  Left a 3 day drying time in between and still holding on fine since may this year.  I might remove them this week to take a look at them and see if they are splitting or not.

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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on December 30, 2015, 10:58:25 am
@mateyguv i followed your guide on the quad lights but tiger sealed them 3 times.  Left a 3 day drying time in between and still holding on fine since may this year.  I might remove them this week to take a look at them and see if they are splitting or not.

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Hello mate,

Good to hear yours are still holding - your getting condensation in the lens though ain't you? I like the inner lens to be flush with the boot skin so tighten them right up so that's maybe why mine separate cause of how tight I do the nuts. From my testing the tiger seal always failed eventually so I didn't want that to happen and kept developing my method. Iv come up with a way that will not fail and seals perfectly - I'm fussy like that and want the knowledge that they won't split over time. I found that the problem with tiger is the surface area your asking it to bond is so thin it doesn't really stand a chance in the long run. I hope yours to hold though  :happy2:
Did you photoshop your grills lipstick? What do you think?
@RetroRaz (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=6494)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: RetroRaz on December 30, 2015, 11:12:19 am
@mateyguv i had a very small amount of condensation once in one of them when it rained really heavily but never since.

Yeah I know what you mean about the thin surface area, got me worried at first an all.
Didnt photoshop it yet,  waiting to see how it looks on the car when i get the bumper sprayed and fitted and then take it from there.


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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on January 31, 2016, 04:04:02 pm
Found some smart genuine MK5 plaid/tartan bits and couldn't help ordering them (sad I know)

All from walletwerks.com

Card holder and key fob
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ1_2016%2FE3885732-CC65-41C4-B6C6-7AD49B9D4184.jpg&hash=e8fce99b0f9bbb97f5e93f0fc4300d7dd82e206e)

Another shameless photo
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Iv decided to keep my car undercover as I am using my Skoda as a daily and the golf stays on the drive most the time. Iv found a storage solution 10 mins from me that is secure, insulated and has got power to it. I can come and go when I please and my next bay neighbours are a rather tasty MK1 convertible and an Aston Martin DB9  :drool:
It is strange not seeing her on my drive but she is covered from the elements and out of sight so I'll get used to it
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FQ1_2016%2FBF06571C-6464-4E78-B9B5-2775E1B119A8.jpg&hash=b2f0006e45b9eb45eaaf07f9f79f13024e9bf236)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Shoduchi on January 31, 2016, 04:38:41 pm
Bucket seats porn! :signLOL:

Now your Ed. 30 rests in a much better place. :smiley:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Morgen on January 31, 2016, 06:06:53 pm
I absolutely love how you've laid out your card holder etc so that the pattern still continues. Thoroughly pleasing my OCD
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Rob1 on January 31, 2016, 06:35:34 pm
Loving the extra extra attention to detail  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: jollybob on February 04, 2016, 06:56:18 pm
Hi guys, just spent a few hours reading this forum and found it better than reading a best seller, just waiting for the next chapter, keep up the good work.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on February 25, 2016, 09:31:59 pm
Thought I'd give the MK7 climate panel mod a go -  never liked the MK6 as, imvho, looks like there are loads of blank switches on it.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FMobile_Uploads%2FC205DBC2-6D50-452A-A59D-D08B9A5CBD4C.jpg&hash=11542a8a355dcefb080375f347be7befacf4b5da)

I got the scirocco surround as its flat and not recessed in like the Mk7 so think it'll suit the Mk5 better. I plan to chop the Mk5 and scirocco surround tops off the plastic weld the scirocco lower to the mk5 upper and then it should fit perfectly. I'll need to spray it when done to match of course. Think it'll look cool  :party:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: v4rley on February 26, 2016, 12:39:18 am
 :drool: Yessss!!! Have considered the mk7 but I wouldn't know where to start with the trim so looking forward to your craftsmanship. Can you match the oem finish or have you got different finish on your trims?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Adrian on February 26, 2016, 09:23:09 am
Wow mate, been following you on instagram for a while before i got my GTI. Now stumbled across your project thread here. I really love the car, the mods. Its being taken care off so well! Keep doing what your doing, and i'm really curious how the awd is going to come along!


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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on February 26, 2016, 11:46:52 am
@v4rley (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=6697) It'll be OEM if it works out and looks right  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on February 26, 2016, 09:47:24 pm
Wow mate, been following you on instagram for a while before i got my GTI. Now stumbled across your project thread here. I really love the car, the mods. Its being taken care off so well! Keep doing what your doing, and i'm really curious how the awd is going to come along!


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Thanks mate  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on February 28, 2016, 01:03:19 pm
As the Golf is in storage thought it would be best to get a Carcoon to keep her safe and sound
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FMobile_Uploads%2F64F6CB65-D7E2-4AFB-ACA5-002B6F52B684.jpg&hash=c7036ee2bba94bfb7552fae649b233e0cd1adbd7)

After talking to the guys at Carcoon I thought the Large Veloce would be best but I was a little worried about the standard plastic as from reviews people said it was a bit thin. Carcoon asked where it was going to be kept etc and offered to make me one with the thicker outdoor spec skin. It wouldn't have any Windows but that wasn't an issue for me. Bought it and 10 days later it arrived. I put a plastic membrane down then an 18mm thick chipboard base down
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FMobile_Uploads%2FB3451394-F647-48B3-9EFB-019150E11EF6.jpg&hash=1b24e01f04dc397bad058c9137dbb3177e280674)

Set up was easy and now the golf is all protected  :smiley:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FMobile_Uploads%2F6DB9A0D4-B0D0-4FE7-A28F-202C6DBD3388.jpg&hash=1c1ecddba2276e0c54424ed592001ebd2a05ee6b)

Quality bit of kit and the guys at Carcoon couldn't have been more helpful  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: dansmith180 on February 28, 2016, 01:45:25 pm
That's awesome, how much are they if you don't mind me asking. Also is it just me who things the name is a little sketchy  :innocent:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 28, 2016, 01:47:45 pm

Last time I viewed was the ed35 belts, awesome mini mod!  Im going to assume they will be different to the Leon belts as there was a difference between different Golfs.  Such a shame as thats a wicked little touch!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on February 28, 2016, 02:01:11 pm
@dansmith180 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=9450) the name is proper sketchy!! Need to be careful when saying it  :signLOL: Carcoon charged me standard price to make one with the outdoor skin and even threw in a complete spare set of filter  :congrats: They really were great to deal with and I can't fault them. I haven't used or seen the standard skins and can't see them being a problem but just saw a few reviews saying people thought they were thin.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on February 28, 2016, 02:03:40 pm
@Tfsi_Mike (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=293) I have never seen a Leon's belt set up but as long as it's a pin type they should work. The problem with the Audi was the rears were stiched onto the spools. Don't suppose you have a picture of the seat belt units at full extension? I think I could tell if I saw one  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Tfsi_Mike on February 28, 2016, 02:20:11 pm

I dont mate. I could perhaps get some kind of detail or exploded view from ETKA?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on February 28, 2016, 02:29:24 pm
@Tfsi_Mike (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=293) the ETKA pictures may be alright, not sure if it would show a pin or stiched though. You can't just buy the belt as far as I know it's the complete unit
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Trow81 on February 28, 2016, 04:30:25 pm
I'm loving this thread just washed my ED as this made me feel ashamed lol Awesome mods lots of ideas now buzzing round my head looking forward to following this one thanks for the inspiration 


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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Andy on February 28, 2016, 08:22:27 pm
Looks good mate,if my roof hasn't sealed today after i have painted the roof today i will be investing in one :signLOL:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: RBS on March 02, 2016, 03:44:30 pm
Great touches all round &
Much attention to details!!!!
I love Reading your thread :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: A10myr on March 09, 2016, 05:19:05 pm
Well...... I was let down big time from my supplier for the plaid and had to ask very nicely for my money back, which I got in the end :evilgrin:

Spent over a week searching the internet for some more and after all sorts of different spellings in the searches I found some in Mexico.  Paid the guy what we agreed and waited with fingers crossed.

A package arrived today and it was what he advertised - I was half expecting a roll of hello kitty print fabric but this is what I got  :laugh: :smiley:

I'm no expert with interior fabrics but it appears to be real deal ex factory stock and matches perfectly with my ED30 interior and has foam backing with factory numbers printed on the back.  Whatever it is, its an exact match -  :pomppomp:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FInterlagos%2FInterlagos-02.jpg&hash=9a09c4b9ab99340d2cf0ae9f1dd912a82678d8ef)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FInterlagos%2FInterlagos-01.jpg&hash=aa0af58d038ac7762a7add377fbda09351a47954)

All I need to do now is get it booked in with the trimmer I have chosen and make the journey to Scotland to drop the seats off so watch this space for pics of the finished seats  :party:
how you doing? you got any more of the tartan that i could buy of you?  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: A10myr on March 09, 2016, 05:20:45 pm
how you doing? you got any more of the tartan that i could buy of you?  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on March 09, 2016, 05:22:19 pm
I'm afraid not mate, I'm keeping what I have. Get searching the Internet and try finding some  :happy2: There's gotta be more out there somewhere....
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: A10myr on March 09, 2016, 05:38:05 pm
yup there should be lol  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: alex55 on March 11, 2016, 06:48:24 pm
the edition 30 seats are so nice, looking good
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: pekarGTI on March 11, 2016, 07:07:16 pm
 beautiful car, congratulations to the works :happy2:
Well...... I was let down big time from my supplier for the plaid and had to ask very nicely for my money back, which I got in the end :evilgrin:

Spent over a week searching the internet for some more and after all sorts of different spellings in the searches I found some in Mexico.  Paid the guy what we agreed and waited with fingers crossed.

A package arrived today and it was what he advertised - I was half expecting a roll of hello kitty print fabric but this is what I got  :laugh: :smiley:

I'm no expert with interior fabrics but it appears to be real deal ex factory stock and matches perfectly with my ED30 interior and has foam backing with factory numbers printed on the back.  Whatever it is, its an exact match -  :pomppomp:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FInterlagos%2FInterlagos-02.jpg&hash=9a09c4b9ab99340d2cf0ae9f1dd912a82678d8ef)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FInterlagos%2FInterlagos-01.jpg&hash=aa0af58d038ac7762a7add377fbda09351a47954)

All I need to do now is get it booked in with the trimmer I have chosen and make the journey to Scotland to drop the seats off so watch this space for pics of the finished seats  :party:
how you doing? you got any more of the tartan that i could buy of you?  :happy2:
may give some link where you purchased the GTI stof?
Thank you in advance for your response :drinking:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on March 11, 2016, 09:35:07 pm
@pekarGTI (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=14548) it's not off the shelf unfortunately- took me a loooooong time searching the Internet to find what I did. Good luck with your search  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: r5gtt on March 25, 2016, 09:25:50 pm
Boldsport goodies arrived - got the door card LED's and the rear/brake light replacement because I was working on something and needed to replace the normal bulbs with LED's to match what I was doing.

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Door card with standard bulb - the pic makes the light output seem really bad - it aint great but not as bad as this pic makes out

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LED's fitted to door card lights - amazing difference.

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Genuine Edition 30 mats turned up on eBay so grabbed them. Used a whole can of carpet shampoo and a hot pressure wash and they have come up amazingly well!!

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Yup found it thanks  :drinking:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: leericho on March 27, 2016, 10:01:23 am
Thank you!!
spent the last hour and a bit reading your thread, great attention to detail, epic interior.
hats of to you sir............ :notworthy:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on April 21, 2016, 09:27:41 am
So weddings are really expensive and I need to explore some options. One of these is selling my Ed30 which would kill me but I only plan to get married once so I want it right.
Would anybody be interested in buying my car as it is? Iv not thought of a price as its not something I really want to do but just seeing interest. I say I haven't thought of a price but I feel my car is up there with other nice examples but has loads of extra touches on top. It's done 48k and all the mods are listed in this build thread. PM me if interested
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Trow81 on April 21, 2016, 04:34:39 pm
Don't do it !!!!!
Do what I did and get married abroad sooo much cheaper


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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: v4rley on April 21, 2016, 04:57:52 pm
Noooooo  :sick:

You at least need to do the mk7 ckimatronic first!!   :love:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Shoduchi on April 21, 2016, 06:50:56 pm
Don't do it !!!!!
Do what I did and get married abroad sooo much cheaper


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I agree. Get 2 friends to come with you (and be your witnesses) to a tropical location and get married on the beach with a beautiful background. You'll have a great experience and won't spend as much. :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: dansmith180 on April 21, 2016, 10:16:00 pm
I'll bake the wedding cake and swap you for the car??
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Rob1 on April 21, 2016, 10:35:17 pm
Yep I agree with the other posts, you can't sell the Ed. it's one of the most if not the ultimate MK5 on the forum
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on April 22, 2016, 08:54:46 am
@dansmith180 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=9450) that would be one hell of a cake  :party:
@Rob1 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=9617) wow dude, thank you!!
Thanks for the suggestions guys but everything has been arranged for the UK so going overseas ain't an option. I am only playing with the idea of selling but it's worth exploring unfortunately.

Just to be clear I have all the standard parts still so if push comes to shove I can make it standard again. I won't sell the interior and keep the car as I don't think I'd ever be able to replace it.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: fab5freddy on April 22, 2016, 09:40:10 am
Start knocking out the skyline mod inner rear lights, you'll have the wedding payed for in no time  :party:

  :innocent: Only saying  :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dan648v on April 22, 2016, 01:55:32 pm
You know my opinion but hope you figure stuff out dude, be nice to keep it and get wed  :happy2:

I put off a house purchase cause I wouldn't sell my eddy or supermoto  :grin:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Cadders96 on April 28, 2016, 09:47:12 pm
Looking Good  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: r5gtt on April 29, 2016, 09:20:41 pm
Congratulations @MateyGuv (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7486)   :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 07, 2016, 12:12:05 pm
Thanks for all the support guys  :drinking: Iv sorted it now and keeping the ED so I'm no longer thinking of selling her  :laugh: She's gonna go into long term storage until wedding and house get sorted then I'll finish her. Thanks again guys and girls  :notworthy:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: omeydz on May 07, 2016, 07:09:23 pm
Correct decision! All the best mate  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Trow81 on May 07, 2016, 07:12:19 pm
Good decision would of been a massive shame to see her gone


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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: dansmith180 on May 07, 2016, 09:53:11 pm
Good man, obviously wedding and house is a whole new chapter but will be just that bit better knowing you still have the ED30 tucked away.

If you need someone to keep the seats warm while its in storage just PM me  :drinking: :laugh:

Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: v4rley on May 07, 2016, 10:01:43 pm
Great news! see from your insta you have also been buyer progressing with the lights  :drool:  :party:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Shoduchi on May 08, 2016, 05:34:59 pm
I'm glad you're keeping it! :pomppomp:

Hope all goes well with the wedding and new house so you can continue to share your care with your Ed. 30. :drinking:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Dan648v on May 09, 2016, 09:08:43 pm
Glad to see its staying!  :happy2: and hopefully making it out to vwfestival in August ;) ........
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: RBS on May 15, 2016, 09:32:26 am
Now that's the spirit!!
You are absolutely one Lucky man!!
You're going to have 2 keeping  beauty's now!
Car & wife!! Or was it wife & car?! :signLOL:
Congrats to both of you!! :congrats: :pomppomp: :star:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: r5gtt on August 29, 2016, 11:23:37 am
I'v been really busy the past few weeks and only been on the forum through my phone so its time for a bit of an update.  I still haven't taken pictures of the interior that does the re trim justice but hopefully a mate will be doing that soon.
Last week I booked in to Awesome GTi to have the main thermostat changed as my car was not getting hotter than 75ish and searching the forum I soon found the cause.  I debated doing it myself but Hassan sorted me out a good price and I decided to let them do the work.  While I was there saw some truly amazing cars and got me thinking again of more power!!
If you have followed my build thread you will see I intend to AWD my car and have all the bits ready to go.  I really do mean to get it done but just as I'm ready a rare part will come up and I focus on that instead.  My wingbacks with full length OEM plaid happened out the blue and my most recent mod did too.  Always on the look out for bits and one of the list was the colour display.  One came up and grabbed it and just been waiting for a chance to get to Eddie_NL for him to work his magic.
I made the herculean round trip in a day from where I am to Ed and back in a day - definitely not one of my best ideas but did it on Monday.   Got there and Ed was straight to work  :grin: We had problems with my colour dials as they appeared to be quite new and his tools were not talking with the colour cluster at all.  We ended up having to install my other Scirocco dials which are 200MPH, blue needle but white display until he could sort the colour ones out. Ed also installed the most up to date Can Gateway for me which means I get a coffee break warning  :signLOL:

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We attempted to get MK6 high beam assist going too, but simply ran out of time as I had a 6 hour journey ahead of me to get back home.  Literally the next day Ed called me with good news, he had cracked the issue with my colour display and they were ready to be sent back to me.  My colour dials were from a convertible which meant the picture was wrong of the doors opening etc.  Ed used his coding black magic and got the correct picture for my car - a 3 door.

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He sent me the clocks special delivery and I had them the next day.  I fitted them as soon as I got back from work and I am well impressed!!  The white display makes a huge difference and really updates the interior, but the colour display is next level stuff!!!  Its also great to have all the buttons on the MK6 steering wheel that I bought from Ed a while back all working properly too.  On my instagram (mateguv) there are more pics and videos of these clocks showing the needle sweep etc. if you want to see it in action.

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 :notworthy: Big thank you to Eddie_NL who never fails to impress with his knowledge and workmanship - cant wait to get the high beam assist working  :notworthy:
Wow you've been very busy and I'm loving those multi colour clocks  :jumping:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on August 29, 2016, 11:30:48 am
They really do change the feel of the interior and brings it up to date nicely. It took a while to find them but I really wanted the colour 200mph clocks.....not that the car will ever do 200mph but it looks cool. Quite a rare set tbf @r5gtt (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=11199)
They may be for sale soon  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: r5gtt on August 29, 2016, 11:46:38 am
Along with a mk6 MFSW I'd say they look amazing and change the look of the interior bringing it up to date  :grin:

The problems being that they cost a fortune and require the ABS pump to be replaced so get tricky and then the programming  :doh:  then I'd need a CH as mine is mid line atm.  :ashamed:
I like the earlier scirocco MFD you had before the newer one although the newer one is banging  :jumping: @MateyGuv (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7486)
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on August 29, 2016, 11:49:56 am
I forget youv got an early GTi, my ABS pump was fine thankfully. The white display MFD clocks are quite easy to get hold of
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: r5gtt on August 29, 2016, 12:34:20 pm
Yeah it's going to be a headache as Id need to source a pump then fit it with all the extras I need too. :doh:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 13, 2016, 08:20:24 pm
Over the next month or so I'm going to be putting the car back to standard. If anyone is interested in the car as it is please message me or if there are any parts you'd want message me too. Will be loads easier if whatsapp is used  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521 ***Back to Standard***
Post by: Andy on September 13, 2016, 08:48:37 pm
No no
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521 ***Back to Standard***
Post by: graham-gti on September 13, 2016, 08:49:38 pm
Noooooooo


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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521 ***Back to Standard***
Post by: Trow81 on September 13, 2016, 08:50:49 pm
@MateyGuv whyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!!!


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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521 ***Back to Standard***
Post by: MateyGuv on September 13, 2016, 08:54:39 pm
Needs must and all that good stuff  :sad1:
 :drinking:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521 ***Back to Standard***
Post by: dansmith180 on September 13, 2016, 08:55:05 pm
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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521 ***Back to Standard***
Post by: dansmith180 on September 13, 2016, 08:55:59 pm
Have you got a comprehensive mods list somewhere?
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521 ***Back to Standard***
Post by: v4rley on September 13, 2016, 08:56:11 pm
Ah man!! That's is bad, not only for #1521 but also the MK5 in general, with the developments you have made and had in the pipeline  :sad1:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521 ***Back to Standard***
Post by: MateyGuv on September 13, 2016, 08:58:14 pm
Have you got a comprehensive mods list somewhere?
Most of the mods are on the build thread or insta but will get a list made up as and when I take her apart
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521 ***Back to Standard***
Post by: Dave J on September 13, 2016, 10:42:34 pm
NOOOOOOOO!!!!

Sad to read this, but appreciate you must have your reasons! I'd love the interior, but would get absolutely shot as I keep saying 'one more bit of work' and that's it...
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521 ***Back to Standard***
Post by: r5gtt on September 14, 2016, 12:01:37 am
Oh sh*te I just read this now @12am  :surprised:
Sorry to see you selling up after all that hard work mate  :sad1: now what's on your build thread  :signLOL: sorry couldn't help that one.  :love:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521 ***Back to Standard***
Post by: james_kav on September 14, 2016, 12:18:27 am
Literally just read through this whole thread and it's been one of the best build guides/thread I've read so far! I'm fairly new to this forum and already feel gutted that you're having to sell... Loving this car and a shame to see it up for sale, if anyone does buy it complete they will not be disappointed!!

And of course, congratulations on your upcoming wedding
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521 ***Back to Standard***
Post by: Shoduchi on September 14, 2016, 11:38:53 pm
I'm sad to know that you'll sell your great and well cared Ed. 30. :sad1:

Hope everything goes as planned with the wedding. :smiley:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521 ***Back to Standard***
Post by: A10myr on September 22, 2016, 11:43:00 am
1521 is probably one of the best edition 30 out there, really sad to see her go. :sad1:
hope the new owners takes care of it  :thinking: :signLOL:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521 ***Back to Standard***
Post by: MateyGuv on September 25, 2016, 02:31:28 pm
Well guys, #1521 is no longer mine. It was driven away by her new owner earlier today. It left me as it was so #1521 as we all know her is still alive  :happy2: The new owner wants to keep the car on the path I was following so has also bought all my 4WD bits so watch this space  :driver:
I will leave it up to the new owner if they want to introduce themselves and update this thread or start a new one. I know the Golf is in great hands
Thank you everyone for the help, advice and support this forum has given me over the years and (at some point) ..........I will be back!!!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Trow81 on September 25, 2016, 02:36:42 pm
Glad it went as one. Truly an awesome car and a real testament what can be achieved with hard work and vision. Some great mods that have inspired myself and I'm sure many others on here. Sad u have had to part with it but also excited to see what u do in the future 6R ? I really hope the new owner keeps the dream going. So long #1521 for now at least


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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: v4rley on September 25, 2016, 07:22:17 pm
Great news! Pleased you managed to find someone who appreciated the time and effort you made.  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521 ***Back to Standard***
Post by: Dave J on September 25, 2016, 09:12:55 pm
Well guys, #1521 is no longer mine. It was driven away by her new owner earlier today. It left me as it was so #1521 as we all know her is still alive  :happy2: The new owner wants to keep the car on the path I was following so has also bought all my 4WD bits so watch this space  :driver:
I will leave it up to the new owner if they want to introduce themselves and update this thread or start a new one. I know the Golf is in great hands
Thank you everyone for the help, advice and support this forum has given me over the years and (at some point) ..........I will be back!!!

Well I'm very pleased to read this - it would have been painfull to see the car put to parts. Very pleased that you sold complete, and the new owner does have one amazing car! All the best to you, and thanks for some great posts on the forum!
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: bonelorry on September 25, 2016, 10:55:38 pm
Sorry to see the project has come to an end and hope the car has gone to a good home!

I remember you offering me the car via PM for £16000 or there-abouts a few Months back, Did you get anywhere near that for it?

Regards Simon
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: r5gtt on September 25, 2016, 11:18:05 pm
sad to see a beauty drive away after all the effort that's been put into it as I know the feeling when I let mine slip away last year.  :sad1:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on September 26, 2016, 01:16:37 pm
@Trow81 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=12732) @v4rley (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=6697) @DaveJ @r5gtt (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=11199) @bonelorry (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7168) Thank you for the kind words  :drinking:

@bonelorry (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7168) don't think it's the done thing to say what someone paid for it so I won't but I was happy and so was the person who bought it. I was lucky that the people who were serious about the car understood what it was all about and knew the rarity of the bits and bobs on it. Also it sold through Instagram which was a new experience for me, didn't make the forum or autotrader  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Rob1 on September 26, 2016, 02:45:13 pm
Nice one Matey, an end of an era.


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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: r5gtt on September 26, 2016, 07:26:56 pm
@Trow81 (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=12732) @v4rley (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=6697) @DaveJ @r5gtt (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=11199) @bonelorry (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7168) Thank you for the kind words  :drinking:

@bonelorry (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7168) don't think it's the done thing to say what someone paid for it so I won't but I was happy and so was the person who bought it. I was lucky that the people who were serious about the car understood what it was all about and knew the rarity of the bits and bobs on it. Also it sold through Instagram which was a new experience for me, didn't make the forum or autotrader  :signLOL:
Wow that's a new way of selling a car  :grin:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: RBS on October 05, 2016, 09:44:16 am
Wow what an ending!  :surprised:
I didn't think you would do it! But ok you had your reasons why. I'm sure when everything is setteld, your bug virus will be back again! :wink: Trust me!
And I'm sure the new owner will take great care of it!
Hope you stay here on the forum and pop up some time!
Because your thread was AND still is very learnfull!! :notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on October 08, 2016, 11:56:09 pm
Thank you all for the really nice comments  :notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy: I have to admit I am missing the car badly but it's done now so No looking back  :sad1:
I've just put a load of bits on the for sale section if anyone needs anything...... the wingbacks went with the car  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: absolute on October 09, 2016, 08:32:31 pm
Jim,

Just went through the entire thread backwards for some reason.

Lovely car mate. Some serious work!

 I think the lonely island said it best,



Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on January 20, 2018, 01:13:36 am
Hello everyone, hopefully some of you remember me? I sold my ED30 a while ago because I needed money for my wedding. Got married then got diagnosed with something nasty and ain’t been able to work since. My YouTube how to videos generate me about £25 a month which isn’t a lot but does help me out. They have changed the goalposts for getting paid on you tube so although I have the views I am under the required number of subscribers to continue getting some money out of it. I feel like scum asking but would you consider subscribing to me? I need to get to 1000 subscribers by sometime in February - please delete this post if I’m extracting the urine

Help a dubber out please  :innocent:

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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: v4rley on January 20, 2018, 07:54:11 am
Good to see you about again although shame about your circumstances. I stalk your Instagram so I subscribed the other day but hopefully you can generate a few more to reach your target  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: jaffa on January 20, 2018, 12:17:40 pm
Subscribed! Happy to help mate


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Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: fab5freddy on January 20, 2018, 01:15:38 pm
Subscribed  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: pudding on January 20, 2018, 01:21:12 pm
Those seats  :surprised: :love:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Shoduchi on January 20, 2018, 01:25:53 pm
I already had you subscribed. Hope you get well soon.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: teo_parvu on January 20, 2018, 01:36:36 pm
Done. :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on January 24, 2018, 12:52:12 am
Thank you to all those who have subscribed to me, I really appreciate it  :love:
Just over 200 to go now
https://www.youtube.com/user/MateyGuv
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: teo_parvu on January 24, 2018, 10:26:23 am
I will subscribe my wife's account too.
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Shoduchi on January 24, 2018, 03:37:26 pm
I will subscribe my wife's account too.

I've done that too (without she knowing it :signLOL:).
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Molesy on January 25, 2018, 01:49:19 pm
Just read this whole thread, wow what a car you had - I wonder where it is now. Sorry to hear about your illness, hope its something that can be sorted out. I've subbed to your channel and will do with my other account over the weekend.

Molesy  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on January 26, 2018, 01:24:01 pm
@Molesy (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=13153) she’s still out there but on personal plates now. Sold as it was so didn’t have to split her for parts which was something I really didn’t want to do

Thanks everyone for their subs on my YouTube - only another 197 to go and I’ll reach 1000 subs so will keep getting a few quid out of it  :happy2:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: GPem3:16 on October 07, 2020, 05:22:09 pm
I installed a Genuine GPS/GSM/FM/DAB antenna a while ago and was waiting for an eBay deal on an RNS510 DAB. One came up so grabbed it, bought a Bluetooth kit from Eddie-NL which meant doing this to my car to install it right - hate seeing the Ed like this!!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FStripped.jpg&hash=e9cd7ecc24387d69415bd1e6bc891315d90e2cee)

Bits to fit - custom loom for MDI,BT & Aux. As normal top notch stuff from Eddie

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FBTampLoom.jpg&hash=871d2bff35af5760bdd5f3c10be7df0b50306df4)

Aux fitted

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FAuxFitted.jpg&hash=dcd5f31f13d2a8e8a1dc694be2cc89abe02c365d)

BT module fitted

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FBTFitted.jpg&hash=b56f771030b6cd9d905313f43f6f28696652a210)

DAB works

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FDABFitted.jpg&hash=66cd2369bfb6b3cf1095ad7d8422c1c0a8fc8b4d)

Phone kit works

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FBTworking.jpg&hash=ba8d0719d0b0f3157ff395cf637e1153076dad9d)

BT Audio works. I'm pleasantly surprised that the info displays through the RNS and I have control over next/previous track on the RNS as this was something that confused me when looking for kits. In the end I just went with Eddies advice and really happy  :happy2: Also I have not had to mess around with any re wiring to get stereo - it was all good out the box

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FBTAudio.jpg&hash=0ec4f825123b8b3d62b5112c8beb5b32db0c1f89)

Even displays through red screen   :smiley:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FTech_upgrade_03-14%2FBTAudioDisplay.jpg&hash=84cf31f5585d75c1a908eb3b909dbb305a8e151f)
This is what I need to do.
Any part numbers available for the bt module, mdi and loom please

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Title: ...and 1521 is BACK!!
Post by: niddnet on May 18, 2023, 02:55:21 pm
Hello everyone.

I'm a brand new poster here.  And this is my first real post, other than updating the Ed30 Register.

Just to tell you that 1521 is now back again on her original 57 Plates.

How do I know?  Because I am now the VERY proud owner.  I have resurrected this thread with @MateyGuv (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7486) permission and blessing, as I know there was a lot of following for the car.  I did NOT get it direct from Mateyguv, and according to the V5 I will be the SEVENTH owner - lucky number 7.  I think James was maybe number 3 from the paperwork I've got?

What can I tell you so far?

Well, the mileage is approx 78k now.  It did NOT come with any of the AWD stuff (but it's been a while, so I imagine that was sold off).  The rear cup holder is broken.  The immobiliser chip in the spare key doesn't work (something I actually only found out AFTER accidentally breaking the immo chip on the first key).

So right now, the mileage is definitely NOT increasing - as poor Ed is Immovable!!!  With huge thanks to @MateyGuv (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7486) he has contacted the guys who originally did the coding of the clocks (remember the sexy Mk6 colour MFD with the scirocco R dials?) - and they've recommended a reliable auto locksmith who's coming over to sort me out... and then I'll actually be able to DRIVE it!!

Just for the record; this won't be a resurrection of all the mods and work on the vehicle; I am disabled, and health, work, and natural lack of talent mean I'll be nowhere near qualified enough to follow in Matey's footsteps.  My plan is to maintain, and maybe make small increments where I can for the time being.

So if anyone wants to know where #1521 is... HIYA!   :happy2:... but don't expect content like before, just setting expectations :D

Oh yea, and this is my first ever Golf, and only my second ever VW!  Be nice to me :P

N
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: Clarky on May 19, 2023, 08:11:17 am
Welcome to the forum and welcome back to the car. Can't lie, i hadn't read the build thread till yesterday and its stunning. Keep us updated on the car and there is plenty of knowledge on here if you need it
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: MateyGuv on May 19, 2023, 08:27:43 am
Hello Pal  :happy2:
Not gonna lie it felt weird not seeing my name next to number 1521 even after all these years! I’m really chuffed you decided to update the forum about the car and over the moon that you seem like a proper decent bloke who will care for her. I think I was the 5th owner. It started as a dealer self registered car then was sold to a local business owner who then had it registered to his son then was sold to someone else. I bought it off them in Scotland.
When you get the car working again get some pictures up - I’d love to see her again  :pomppomp: :pomppomp: :pomppomp:
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: niddnet on May 19, 2023, 10:23:15 am
Absolutely will - I will be happy to give a status report.

@MateyGuv (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7486) when she's going again, will get you on a Whatsapp Voice call and take you for a drive again haha :)

Really appreciate the general offer of advice and help - I'm sure I'm going to need it.

(my other motor is a Touareg RLine on a 63 with 95k.  Just updated it to 21" wheels.  It had the original Tarragonas but they were pretty beat, so I got some Mallory 21", newly refurbed... shiny... and were a factory option too.)

Anyway - more Golf news when a) the weather is nicer again, and b) when I've had some new keys paired to the immo since I broke the one working chip!!  D'oH!!!

R
Title: Re: Ed30 #1521
Post by: niddnet on July 06, 2023, 11:31:36 am
All,

With a heavy heart, #1521 must go to a new home, again.

I am in love with this car, and I am captivated by the passion, workmanship and technology that has gone into making it what it is today.  Sadly love, passion and technology - they're not going to pay the bills :(

As well as this, unfortunately, health problems have meant that, since being in my ownership I have covered probably no more than 200 miles in it.  And that's just not fair on the car.  Now an opportunity has presented itself which requires some cash to realise.

The car is in Harrogate, North Yorkshire.

I do not want to enter into any bargaining / etc. in this open forum - this thread is dedicated to everything that #1521 is, rather than the figures of a buy/sell.

You can email me directly (to 1521@nidd.net) or contact me via WhatsApp by clicking/tapping this link:  https://is.gd/ed30_1521 (https://is.gd/ed30_1521)

Due to work, I tend not to answer my phone, so don't be offended if you call and I don't answer.  I will (of course) happily talk to serious buyers, but would rather do the first discussions via whatsapp or equivalent! :)

Not the news I expected nor wanted to come here and post, but there we go.

Maybe a great time for @MateyGuv (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7486) to buy back?! :)

Thanks everyone - please help me give #1521 a good new home!

N