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Title: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on October 23, 2013, 09:46:18 pm: Anyone got one of these eBay splitters? The ED30/Votex style ones?
Just wondering how they fit, and if anyone has any pictures?
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on October 25, 2013, 04:43:46 pm: No one? :sad1:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: xjay1337 on October 25, 2013, 04:44:24 pm: Poor fit, read the feedback from Ebay.. all bad.
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Midlifecrisis on October 25, 2013, 06:38:13 pm: I am also looking for a new splitter but struggling to find any! Is ebay the best place to pick one up or am I better waiting it out until one comes up on here?
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on October 25, 2013, 08:02:27 pm: Quote from: xjay1337 on October 25, 2013, 04:44:24 pm
Poor fit, read the feedback from Ebay.. all bad.

How about this one? Feedback seems okay.. I just can't justify spending £250 on an unpainted splitter which will be likely hammered against the floor a few times :scared:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/281000817587?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Veee-dubber on October 25, 2013, 09:21:55 pm: Ive got that saved in my watch list... I've been informed it fits perfectly but would be great if someone can clarify this?
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: MC71 on October 25, 2013, 09:33:58 pm: Its fibre glass and not ABS plastic, a lot less malluable and durable but for that price you may as well, its cheap as chips. :happy2:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on October 25, 2013, 09:47:11 pm: Quote from: MC71 on October 25, 2013, 09:33:58 pm
Its fibre glass and not ABS plastic, a lot less malluable and durable but for that price you may as well, its cheap as chips. :happy2:

Yeah, it's clear the VW one will last longer haha..
But the only thing I'm worried about is that I might be forking out £100 for something that won't even fit on :signLOL:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Santaslonecruzer on October 25, 2013, 09:50:37 pm: How about:

http://bit.ly/WVivQX
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on October 25, 2013, 10:06:46 pm: I'm also watching that one, but it's slightly more expensive, and takes longer for delivery.
Obviously if anyone knows that one fits okay then it's worth the wait though! :party:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: MC71 on October 25, 2013, 10:18:25 pm: Quote from: Santaslonecruzer on October 25, 2013, 09:50:37 pm
How about:

http://bit.ly/WVivQX

IMHO I'd avoid it AND the other one linked in this thread.

As with the other one linked, its fibre glass so could have issues. If it doesn't fit, it's next to impossible to make fit.

Below is a part of the advert you've linked, pretty much tells you it won't fit :laugh:.........

All parts are unpainted. They must be carefully checked and prepared prior to paint and installation.
Buyers by purchasing accept that some items may require adaptations to enable a perfect fit. We strongly advice that the product should be installed in a appropriate manner by a competent person i.e. an expert.
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on October 25, 2013, 10:21:47 pm: Haha yeah I was thinking that was maybe just a 'covering their asses' sort of thing.. I think I'm just clinging on to any possibility that it'll fit :signLOL:
Someone on here must have some experience with them :sad1:
Or is there a company like FK or something that make reps?
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: MC71 on October 25, 2013, 10:38:03 pm: Someone like Rieger or Oettinger make aftermarket ABS Plastic parts for VAG cars. Personally I'd get an OEM genuine one (albeit they are pricey) or spent the £70-£100 on a F/G one and take a chance, it may well fit a treat, luck of the draw.

:happy2:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on October 25, 2013, 10:48:15 pm: Reigers and Oettingers are a bit too aggressive looking for my tastes, obviously on the right car, they look spot on, but ED30/Votex look a bit more OEM IMO.
I really can't afford the dealer's price, so I guess it's a matter of waiting until a bargain comes up, or until someone finds a good rep. :sad1:

EDIT: Just found this.. The bend in the middle looks terrible :sick:
http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthread.php?4589984
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Simon_2.0t on October 31, 2013, 05:00:03 pm: I've just bought one of these mate:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/New-VW-Golf-GTI-MK5-Votex-Style-Front-Lower-Spoiler-/161139233198?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item2584a591ae

I'll let you know once arrive how fits etc.

Si
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: MC71 on October 31, 2013, 05:15:25 pm: ^^^^ Looks ok Si. :happy2:
Title: eBay splitters?
Post by: dodds-gttdi on October 31, 2013, 07:01:18 pm: Quote from: Simon_2.0t on October 31, 2013, 05:00:03 pm
I've just bought one of these mate:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/New-VW-Golf-GTI-MK5-Votex-Style-Front-Lower-Spoiler-/161139233198?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item2584a591ae

I'll let you know once arrive how fits etc.

Si

I just bought one of these too. Also just read the Vortex forum review. It does look like the screw tabs are bent the wrong way. :sad1:

Will update this thread once I take delivery, then after painting and fitting. :-S
Title: Re:
Post by: torque777 on October 31, 2013, 08:07:08 pm: Even the genuine votex one has bent tabs when it comes new ..due to the gap in the front the, tabs when bent and screwed in help pull the spoiler straight ...I thought this when I got my genuine votex one

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Post by: Simon_2.0t on October 31, 2013, 08:17:53 pm: Quote from: torque777 on October 31, 2013, 08:07:08 pm
Even the genuine votex one has bent tabs when it comes new ..due to the gap in the front the, tabs when bent and screwed in help pull the spoiler straight ...I thought this when I got my genuine votex one

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Sounds good. Thought worth a punt as not made of fibre glass, plus comes with side fittings. Will trial fit once arrives then take to body shop for paint.

What do people think, all tornado red, or red and black centre?

Si
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: MC71 on October 31, 2013, 08:52:10 pm: ^^^^

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1049.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fs399%2Fmcaborn%2FOther%2520cars%2F0fd793d567321e55e5603fbfceeac6ee_zps050a4a37.jpg&hash=855983b17b01becf1fad34ae181660982faa46f7)
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Simon_2.0t on October 31, 2013, 11:45:05 pm: Me likes :happy2:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on November 01, 2013, 12:10:55 pm: I'd say paint it all TR too, it emphasises how deep the splitter is I think :laugh:
Title: Re: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: torque777 on November 01, 2013, 12:19:53 pm: (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F13%2F11%2F01%2F8a5avynu.jpg&hash=1c87b1de4b6e0d9ca23704609fd13e84e6365503)
That's mine in reflex silver ..did think of doing center black but went all one colour ...unfortunately it is coming off to sell soon

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Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: GarethB on November 01, 2013, 12:21:29 pm: ^^^ - Looks good.

Is it genuine or replica??? :happy2:
Title: Re: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on November 01, 2013, 12:29:21 pm: Quote from: torque777 on November 01, 2013, 12:19:53 pm
it is coming off to sell soon

:surprised:

...£20? :signLOL:
Title: Re: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: dodds-gttdi on November 01, 2013, 01:12:15 pm: Quote from: woahnowboys on November 01, 2013, 12:29:21 pm
Quote from: torque777 on November 01, 2013, 12:19:53 pm
it is coming off to sell soon

:surprised:

...£20? :signLOL:

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:signLOL:
Title: Re:
Post by: torque777 on November 01, 2013, 01:17:58 pm: Genuine ...about 3 months old no marks on it at all

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Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Simon_2.0t on November 01, 2013, 02:19:32 pm: Just heard from seller, mine is out for dispatch. Be with me Monday...

Si
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Post by: trs888 on November 02, 2013, 10:18:03 am: Quote from: Simon_2.0t on October 31, 2013, 08:17:53 pm
Quote from: torque777 on October 31, 2013, 08:07:08 pm
Even the genuine votex one has bent tabs when it comes new ..due to the gap in the front the, tabs when bent and screwed in help pull the spoiler straight ...I thought this when I got my genuine votex one

sent using my own fingers

Sounds good. Thought worth a punt as not made of fibre glass, plus comes with side fittings. Will trial fit once arrives then take to body shop for paint.

What do people think, all tornado red, or red and black centre?

Si

i think all painted red personally. you're getting the votex one and you want to be able to see it!
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: trs888 on November 02, 2013, 10:22:22 am: Quote from: woahnowboys on October 23, 2013, 09:46:18 pm
Anyone got one of these eBay splitters? The ED30/Votex style ones?
Just wondering how they fit, and if anyone has any pictures?

i got an ED 30 one from ebay from the 1000tuning seller and its a really good fit!

i put it up against the OEM lip.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi872.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fab286%2Ftrs888%2FIMG_1832_zps737cc506.jpg&hash=c970da8a1e615b0e4bbee126350a940874deb2f4)

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I'm putting it on a spare front bumper so i will post pics of the fitment later.

also test fitting the front and rear ed 30 bits on my car.
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on November 02, 2013, 10:27:49 am: Quote from: trs888 on November 02, 2013, 10:22:22 am
I'm putting it on a spare front bumper so i will post pics of the fitment later.

also test fitting the front and rear ed 30 bits on my car.

Great! Look forward to seeing the result :smiley:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: trs888 on November 02, 2013, 10:29:24 am: nice looking mk1 too!

dont fancy doing my bros do you? :signLOL:

been a guest in the garage since 2008! :sad1:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Simon_2.0t on November 04, 2013, 12:36:59 pm: Mine arrived today :happy2:

Very pleased with initial look/feel. I know is never going to fit aswell as OEM. But must say very impressed with this one. As made out of plastic is very flexible (can twist and bend for better fitting) like the genuine one would be, plus has side fitting kit which will allow adjustment for better fitting. The tags look like are all in the right place, plus the underside tags are easily flattened so fitting them will be as same as OEM.

For the money (£98) versus OEM (think current price for a Votex one is £250 plus VAT) I would say this particular one is good value for money. Will drop off at the body shop this week.

Some pics:

Packaged up very well:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftt323%2Fsimon_turbo%2FIMAG2523_zpsaae7d757.jpg&hash=10727383c42d08c463995fc83872edb52f1d13cc)

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Fitting kit:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftt323%2Fsimon_turbo%2FIMAG2529_zps879c4940.jpg&hash=c8c0d4306885e50031fc710eac6acdc003076a83)

Plastic backing unprimered:

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Side, front and underside all has primer:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftt323%2Fsimon_turbo%2FIMAG2525_zps2ba1290a.jpg&hash=cdf1825eb27c58a6263f7ae2ef861a9a16e79a0a)

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Post by: torque777 on November 04, 2013, 01:46:07 pm: Tbh it looks genuine ...even with part numbers and colour

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Post by: Simon_2.0t on November 04, 2013, 02:53:28 pm: Quote from: torque777 on November 04, 2013, 01:46:07 pm
Tbh it looks genuine ...even with part numbers and colour

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Yeah on initial inspection looks ok mate. Once painted should look good :happy2:

Si
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on November 04, 2013, 05:46:01 pm: Quote from: trs888 on November 02, 2013, 10:29:24 am
nice looking mk1 too!

dont fancy doing my bros do you? :signLOL:

been a guest in the garage since 2008! :sad1:

Haha thanks! :happy2:
I'm afraid I don't even trust myself doing my own, let alone someone else's :signLOL:

That splitter looks good, can you get an unprimed version?
Get it on there! :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: torque777 on November 04, 2013, 06:37:28 pm: (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F13%2F11%2F05%2F7ygu6yzy.jpg&hash=c129e29dc2224fa510e72d5cba301d5777a88e55)
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That's a genuine one ...looks very similar lol

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Title: Re: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: torque777 on November 05, 2013, 06:47:09 am: Hi I've took photos of booklet for u
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F13%2F11%2F05%2Fa3a3abam.jpg&hash=ec9a20a0442987f1839d1f421b246dec9a43a472)
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Sorry they are horizontal don't know why it did that lol ..hope that helps

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Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Simon_2.0t on November 05, 2013, 10:51:04 am: Perfect, thanks :happy2:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: trs888 on November 07, 2013, 12:36:48 am: My Bros came today.. test fitment on spare bumper. looks very good. its very flexible, like the OEM one.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi872.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fab286%2Ftrs888%2FIMG_1851_zps764fbb09.jpg&hash=6468fcb8e437e7894a9ed1003c9fd5fa8b46a8b8)

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Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: dodds-gttdi on November 07, 2013, 04:04:30 pm: The gap looks pretty poor, all over the place. Do you think this will change once it's fitted and te tabs pull it out?

I've yet to open mine yet. Will post photos when I do.
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: trs888 on November 07, 2013, 05:43:28 pm: Quote from: dodds-gttdi on November 07, 2013, 04:04:30 pm
The gap look spretty poor, all over the place. Do you think this will change once it's fitted and te tabs pull it out?

I've yet to open mine yet. Will post photos when I do.

I think so. I'll have a word with my body shop to see what he makes of it. Probably be fine tho.
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Pchende on November 07, 2013, 08:04:00 pm: I bought one for my jetta, arrived yesterday looks decent enough quality for what i paid.
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Veee-dubber on November 08, 2013, 10:36:54 am: Just to make people aware, The ebay listing states there is only 1 left... Ive just ordered 1 so that could have been the last....

I ideally wanted to wait & be sure of the quality and fitment but at £100 its worth the risk rather than missing out!

Will get pictures up when arrives! :happy2:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Simon_2.0t on November 08, 2013, 03:17:31 pm: Picking mine up from the bodyshop this weekend, will update once collected/fitted :happy2:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: J9EVW on November 10, 2013, 09:00:07 pm: Hi,
Does anybody know the part number for non gti votex front splitter as my local tps didn't have a clue lol and what's a rough price I'm looking at for one?
Title: Re:
Post by: torque777 on November 10, 2013, 09:30:39 pm: Its the same price as votex one .. £276 inc vat at trade discount ..but don't know part number

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Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on November 10, 2013, 09:32:35 pm: 1K0-071-609-AX is what I found. Possibly out of date, but the dealer should be able to get it from that anyway. :smiley:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: J9EVW on November 10, 2013, 09:37:19 pm: Thanks for your help, they are crazy money for a bit of plastic, does anywhere do an equivalent like the eBay e30 ones?
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: xjay1337 on November 10, 2013, 09:40:21 pm: Quote from: dodds-gttdi on November 07, 2013, 04:04:30 pm
The gap look spretty poor, all over the place. Do you think this will change once it's fitted and te tabs pull it out?

I've yet to open mine yet. Will post photos when I do.

I agree, that fit looks pretty poor to be honest, the gap along the center and the way it curves around the edge of the bumper.. Hope it turns out better when painted!
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on November 10, 2013, 09:42:42 pm: Quote from: J9EVW on November 10, 2013, 09:37:19 pm
Thanks for your help, they are crazy money for a bit of plastic, does anywhere do an equivalent like the eBay e30 ones?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/FRONT-SPLITTER-VW-GOLF-V-5-FOR-VOTEX-FRONT-SPOILER-/290929915285?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item43bcc63595

Like the ED30 replicas.. Not sure how this would fit your Golf. The fact they've got a 3D model rather than a real car as the photo is probably an indicator to them not being able to install it on a real car. :signLOL:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: xjay1337 on November 10, 2013, 09:45:16 pm: Bearing in mind that would only fit onto the bottom of a Votex splitter and for pre-facelifts only.
In that image it's the tiny little black bit out the bottom, not the whole splitter!! Don't tell you that clearly haha :fighting2:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on November 10, 2013, 09:48:23 pm: Oh yeah! :signLOL:
That's ridiculous, but you're right, you can only really tell from that last photo. :stupid:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: J9EVW on November 10, 2013, 09:52:49 pm: Found this one :http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-Golf-Mk5-3-5-Doors-Front-Bumper-Spoiler-Edition-30-/360271790741?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&fits=Model%3AGolf%7CPlat_Gen%3AMK+V&hash=item53e1df4295

It's similar or the votex ones but without the cut outs in the middle , genuine ones seem hard to come by in the uk
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: MC71 on November 10, 2013, 09:56:42 pm: Quote from: xjay1337 on November 10, 2013, 09:45:16 pm
Bearing in mind that would only fit onto the bottom of a Votex splitter and for pre-facelifts only.
In that image it's the tiny little black bit out the bottom, not the whole splitter!! Don't tell you that clearly haha :fighting2:

The number of peeps over the years who've nearly bought that splitter thinking its THE splitter! :laugh:

As for the VOTEX looky likely splitter, I will be interested to see Si's when its on. Can't decide whether to buy this or spend the extra for a OEM VOTEX and swap out my Eddy one. :confused:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Ant.W28LKR on November 10, 2013, 11:43:33 pm: I bought a genuine Votex splitter rather than go down the route of a copy incase of fitting problems.
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Simon_2.0t on November 10, 2013, 11:53:49 pm: Fits like as dream! :happy2:

Must say am very very pleased with it. Over the years I have always fitted OEM kits etc after a nasty experience with a replica spoiler on my old Mk4 RS Turbo.

But this fits, I dare to say, perfect. I was expecting a nightmare, but only took an hour. Longer to get old one off and take pics than fit this. I've only got a few mobile shots as I fitted it tonight in the garage. All clipped into place very well and nice and snug fit. Follows the line of the bumper, no gaps, and finishs perfect at each end.

All the holes for the screws line up. Just the arch bits left to fit, as they are still in my desk draw at work :ashamed:

I know a different model but I had a genuine Vortex splitter fitted to my Mk4, and must say this fits aswell, helped buy fittings underneath.

Now I'm sure a genuine E30 or Vortex would fit even better but will give this full marks for effort. Better pics soon, promise.

Very pleased :jumpmove:

Sorry for poor pics, been a long weekend with new wheels as well :happy2:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftt323%2Fsimon_turbo%2FIMAG2584_zps484ce82b.jpg&hash=077d38c185a509a2e9bf924a098af8c921e53b08)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftt323%2Fsimon_turbo%2FIMAG2558_zps3e7cc055.jpg&hash=c773f43cb05b6c15c552c83b08dab254cbf5c812)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftt323%2Fsimon_turbo%2FIMAG2575_zpsa8a87930.jpg&hash=03abab1c6e3a88127a0df70b42fa65ff6766194f)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftt323%2Fsimon_turbo%2FIMAG2578_zpsd8e80be5.jpg&hash=92519d37273c30be311ab5bde661f14532259c25)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftt323%2Fsimon_turbo%2FIMAG2564_zpsaa618a9d.jpg&hash=c3a0ba5114257d195327c53b5af59b9b0b07614d)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftt323%2Fsimon_turbo%2FIMAG2568_zps310b46e8.jpg&hash=b01a01dee6f20e914ff38371c751130a9a47d664)
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on November 10, 2013, 11:55:21 pm: FLAWLESS VICTORY :jumpmove: :jumpmove: :jumpmove:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Simon_2.0t on November 11, 2013, 11:39:54 am: Some daylight pics, once rain stopped will dig the digital camera out.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftt323%2Fsimon_turbo%2FIMAG2587_zpse66907fc.jpg&hash=3d996def8f09381d426b122dc828427b7044c622)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftt323%2Fsimon_turbo%2FIMAG2591_zpsb472e8eb.jpg&hash=64004e47c30991c03853a66ec084bb4a36761be3)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftt323%2Fsimon_turbo%2FIMAG2592_zps39cad3dc.jpg&hash=72c7e0e0d04856957c43b585816f2e6961d5814a)
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: xjay1337 on November 11, 2013, 11:47:23 am: It fits "OK"
I wouldn't call it good. You can see around the edge in the pictures it doesn't quite line up, and the plastic in the middle is all wonkey.

For £100 or whatever it's not bad but for me I wouldn't run one. :ashamed:
If you're happy that's what matters.
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Simon_2.0t on November 11, 2013, 12:16:43 pm: Never going to fit as well as the standard GTi splitter, but feel this fits very well for what it is.

End supports are fitted yet, to be fair doesn't really need them. I was expecting them to be needed to hold it tight in at the edges, but all lines up neatly. All lines up well Jay, more my dodgy camera work :sad1:

Middle underneath went a little wonky in the oven, guy said he could redo for me so flat. But better once fitted, plus is underneath so I feel will have a scrap or two in a few weeks :ashamed:

Will get some better pics up asap.
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: TheDGM on November 11, 2013, 02:27:04 pm: I will order one soon!
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on November 11, 2013, 02:34:51 pm: I'm gutted, since starting this thread I've bought a standard GTI splitter.
And I couldn't do the swap if I wanted to, the standard splitter takes a beating on the speed bump into the car park, no matter how slow or what angle I go at :sad1:
Oh well, at least we know you can get well-fitted replicas. Even if they've gotta be tweaked a bit. :smiley:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Simon_2.0t on November 17, 2013, 09:51:57 pm: Some better pics :happy2:

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftt323%2Fsimon_turbo%2F032_zpsa26f5a51.jpg&hash=58b1aebcd63f848ca87cad9a09b0274a0bca457a)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftt323%2Fsimon_turbo%2F018_zps971850ea.jpg&hash=5887f7edba95459e128dcc62a763105949ff58d5)
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Post by: torque777 on November 17, 2013, 10:16:14 pm: Looks good

sent using my own fingers
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on November 17, 2013, 10:33:10 pm: Looks awesome, I'd be very happy with that result! :smiley:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: MizGTi on November 18, 2013, 01:17:34 am: Looks great for what it is. Was looking for kne but could only find fibreglass which iv been told to avoid.
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: xjay1337 on November 18, 2013, 02:58:54 pm: Put it next to a car with a genuine one and the differences will be there. But for a third of the price it looks really good :happy2:
Yes fibreglass is terrible, it chips/splinters and simply isn't as durable, the quality is far less and it's much more difficult to fit/remove without damaging/breaking.
Back in the mid 90s Fibreglass body panels were all the rage , not anymore.. :scared:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: ekaJ on November 18, 2013, 03:26:58 pm: Looks fine to me mate :)

The cars paint looks a bit faded next to the fresh spitter though :grin:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: J9EVW on November 18, 2013, 08:21:30 pm: Are E30 splitters a straight fit to non gti bumper? As I have seen a few cars from the states doing it
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Veee-dubber on November 19, 2013, 03:55:59 pm: I think that looks pretty darn good! Excited to get mine prepped, painted & fitted now! well worth the £100 in my eyes!

Jay is right in saying that it will look vastly different next to a genuine one but stand alone it looks pretty sweet!
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: woahnowboys on November 19, 2013, 05:03:40 pm: Quote from: J9EVW on November 18, 2013, 08:21:30 pm
Are E30 splitters a straight fit to non gti bumper? As I have seen a few cars from the states doing it

No, they need modifying. Not sure how much work it is though..
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: xjay1337 on November 19, 2013, 10:28:19 pm: Quote from: J9EVW on November 18, 2013, 08:21:30 pm
Are E30 splitters a straight fit to non gti bumper? As I have seen a few cars from the states doing it

I thought I posted this yesterday (what an amazing forum........)

However my friend has done it to his pre-facelift. It's an aftermarket ED30 splitter but bolts straight onto a valance. Think it looks good.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net%2Fhphotos-ak-frc3%2F1395391_10153496199045454_893292360_n.jpg&hash=069f9209ab182eba4bd6392cdb63b08d464fe307)
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Veee-dubber on November 20, 2013, 04:02:36 pm: ^^ LIKE - ALOT!

Thats actually got me re-thinking my whole build process which isnt good as my acquisition of parts is almost complete :(
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: wodder42 on July 04, 2014, 09:25:09 pm: I have one of the votex Rep splitters going spare :happy2:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: J12spk on July 05, 2014, 09:57:00 am: U have a pm wodder
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Veee-dubber on July 05, 2014, 09:58:34 am: I also have one of these for sale... :happy2:
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: J12spk on July 05, 2014, 10:01:00 am: Details.....
Title: Re: eBay splitters?
Post by: Wragg on July 05, 2014, 09:26:37 pm: Quote from: Veee-dubber on July 05, 2014, 09:58:34 am
I also have one of these for sale... :happy2:

What's your price posted or where are you..??