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Mk5 General Area / Re: How to loosen wastegate actuator rod from flapper to test

« Last post by TonyTorque on Yesterday at 12:26:32 am »

I'd leave those two nuts alone. They set the rod length and preload, so if you do move them mark the position with a dab of paint first. The rod usually feels solid by hand because of that preload, so on its own it doesn't mean anything is seized. To check the flap you can take off the clip holding the rod end on the wastegate arm and slide it off the pin. The arm should then move freely through its travel by hand. If it's stiff or gritty the flap is your problem rather than the actuator.

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Other VAG / Re: GVKs Scirocco GT TDi

« Last post by GVK on October 15, 2026, 11:09:04 am »

Price of oil! 


just got 5litres of general Shell Helix 5w30 for my Scirocco TDI a Mann filter and a sump plug. £83 from Euros.

there was a notice on the door saying due to global issues/shortages that they are not offering any discounts on lubricants.

I'm sure the same oil was £45 last year! 

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Members Rides / Re: New Member - Newly Purchased ED30

« Last post by Graney_ED30 on October 14, 2026, 06:59:11 pm »

Been a little while since an update, but here goes

Car is pretty much finished now, got the last bits boxed off and finished off getting my sounds wired up correctly so they are all working

Stripped and cleaned the wheels team also ceramic coated them for future cleaning ease







Completed underside at the rear


Nice little before and after of the front:


I had a mare when sorting the rear brakes though, the internal butchers in both rear calipers opted out when i was trying to set the handbrake! So had to strip off, sort and refit/bleed the brakes again - they were a nightmare to get in those clips!

Took it for an MOT today and it failed! Front drivers side ball joint was loose and they couldn’t tighten it on the ramp. Tbh when I took it for a first drive it was all over the shop but I just assumed that it was because everything had been off - took it for an alignment first and they said it was sorted but it still felt dodgy.

I double checked everything and I couldn’t get the nut any tighter, only thing I am wondering is if there are different size shafts on the balljoints and I’ve been sent the wrong ones so it is wobbling about. Was a well sketchy drive home haha, but needs must and it wasn’t too far, made it back so will get it sorted this week and back in for a test

Also failed on the passenger sidelight which went out, however I have checked/changed the bulb so can only assume the wiring/module is at fault, there is a code in VCDS which is pointing towards that

Other than that it feels good to be back behind the wheel of it after 3-4 months

Also cleaned up and fitted a new front badge to the grille

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Mk5 General Area / BWA brake vacuum pump: separate it from the 06D109309C follower

« Last post by PeterG83 on October 14, 2026, 08:53:46 am »

For a BWA, separate the brake vacuum pump from the high-pressure fuel-pump follower when asking for part numbers. In the earlier Vacuum Pump topic, 06D109309C answers the follower question, while the later seal-kit discussion concerns the vacuum pump. A seal kit and a complete pump also need separate entries on a parts list.

CarParts247, which I help with, lists Pierburg 7.24807.20.0 against vacuum-pump references including 06D145100H, with Golf V 2.0 GTI among its applications. Compare the complete fitted reference and connections before selecting it. The listing is for the vacuum pump; it does not establish that a leak needs the complete unit or that the follower is included.

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Mk5 General Area / Edition 30 engine under tray

« Last post by Miki88 on October 12, 2026, 06:33:35 pm »

Hi Guys, I want to replace the engine under tray on my 2008 Edition 30 as it was missing when I bought the car.
Could someone please lookup the correct VW part number as there seems to be too many variants.
Many thanks in advance.

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Mk5 General Area / Re: Suspension refresh

« Last post by mcgc0 on October 12, 2026, 05:00:19 pm »

Hoping someone has had the same conundrum I'm currently in. Font and rear Sachs shocks are done with the front bumping and crashing hard at every dip and pothole. Previous owner fitted Eibach springs F21-15-007-01-VA. I'm assuming these are lower than the standard GTi spring(?) Did think about going the Billy route but a bit overkill (and pricey) for my general daily use. The GTi isn't tracked or sprinted, just fast road and spirited B road driving is where I want to be.

The thing I'm not sure and needing advice with is, I'm hoping to pair the standard Sachs GTi damper (with new top mounts), that Bagus now has, with the resident Eibach springs. Anyone done this, or know if this is a common thing?

Thanks

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How to Guides / Troubleshooting / Manuel to dsq Swap

« Last post by JamieSmeatonVW on October 10, 2026, 11:58:52 am »

Anyone done Manuel to dsg dq250 swap needing to ask a few questions thanks 

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Spotted / Re: Golf Mk5 / Mk6 Door Sag Fix – Free Hinge Shim Plate Test Set (UK)

« Last post by JamieSmeatonVW on October 10, 2026, 11:35:15 am »

Sent you a pm :)

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Spotted / Golf Mk5 / Mk6 Door Sag Fix – Free Hinge Shim Plate Test Set (UK)

« Last post by Maxproauto on October 06, 2026, 03:52:06 pm »

What I need in return

I’m looking for someone who can test-fit the plates soon after receiving them and provide proper, detailed feedback.

As I’m currently finalising the design, a quick turnaround is important to me. Ideally, I’d like the plates to be tested within a few days of delivery, rather than being put aside until there is time to fit them at some point in the future.

Ideally, I would need:

• Confirmation of whether the plate fits correctly
• Photos of the plate/hinge during installation if possible
• Confirmation of whether the U-shaped cut-out is correctly positioned and sized
• If it needs changing, accurate measurements showing where and by how much
• Ideally, a simple sketch with measurements would be extremely helpful
• Before/after feedback on the door alignment

I’m not looking to send out lots of free sets. I only need one serious person who has the time to test the prototype shortly after receiving it and report back.

So please only volunteer if you expect to be able to fit the plates within a few days of receiving them.

Thank you – your help will allow me to confirm the final dimensions and complete the design.

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How to Guides / Troubleshooting / Re: How To: Mk5 Heated Seats Retrofit

« Last post by iHuzjak on October 03, 2026, 01:42:48 pm »

Has anyone added postitive terminal for this? Can’t find anything online. If possible to add from already existing positive. I’m missing positive for one wire which is passenger lumbar