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VAG COM / VCDS Register

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We thought it would be a good idea to provide some sort of meeting point for people who need access to a VCDS cable and people who have one...
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Partsbase.org *Part Number Search*

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by Pieta » Mon Nov 25, 2013 11:28 am
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Hi All,

Don't know if this has been posted before, helped me a lot with part number etc.
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Wed May 16, 2018 9:31 am
Vw Workshop Manuals

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by Barney » Wed Sep 18, 2013 1:46 am
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So during a normal midnight internet trawling I came across this website that has manuals for pretty much all VW models and instructions on how to do...
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Tue May 15, 2018 12:05 pm
Tyres, wheels, width, J, ET, PCD...

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Mythbusters.

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Here are my favorite myths that I see repeated often most of them that has no basis in today's world or never had in the first place - in afrikaans...
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Long duration cams and why they work (By panic mechanic)

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by Fran » Thu Sep 05, 2013 9:25 pm
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Re: How does it work. Long duration cams
Oooh ooh and look at this beauty - glad I saved this one. Hard to work out at times. This was a post I made...
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FAQ and Using the SEARCH function

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by RoadHaWg » Wed Mar 05, 2008 10:19 am

Guys just a reminder.

A lot of the questions asked here have been discussed in depth before. Just because it is your first time thinking about a...

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Fri Aug 21, 2015 2:39 pm
Directory of essential telephone numbers.

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Post numbers that guys need...hopefully this...
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Octane Booster

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by sheheen29 » Fri May 18, 2018 10:52 pm

Hi Guys

I need some advice...
I purchased a can of Liqui Moly octane booster for my NA 2l 8v just to see if there’s any difference, however I’m...

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Mon May 21, 2018 9:44 pm
VW Citi FFZ Gearbox whine?

Last post by PapaJo « Mon May 21, 2018 8:58 pm
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by Werner Viviers » Sun May 20, 2018 7:37 pm

Hi guys. I just like to know, is it normal for a FFZ 5spd gearbox differential to whine? Reason I'm asking is I recently acquired a 05 Citi 1.4i and...

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Mon May 21, 2018 8:58 pm
1600 sub assembly

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by Langes.Verwey » Mon May 21, 2018 6:11 pm

Hi all, new guy here, I just want to hear comments about installing a 1.3 head on a 1.6 sub assembly, and if someone has done it before? Airflow...

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Mon May 21, 2018 8:02 pm
2007 Jetta 5 1.9 TDI

Last post by Shiro « Mon May 21, 2018 4:51 pm
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by Shiro » Mon May 21, 2018 3:01 pm

Good Day Gents,

Shot in the Dark here but I'm out of options. New to Forums so Ill just post All the information I have on the problem so far

I...

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Last post by Shiro
Mon May 21, 2018 4:51 pm
1.6 8v afx motor rattling noise

Last post by Jazzyfizzer « Mon May 21, 2018 4:20 pm
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by Jazzyfizzer » Sun May 20, 2018 10:56 pm

Hi there guys,

I am in desperate need of any help whatsoever. I have a mk1 citi with a 1.6 8v afx motor. I have the car for 5 years now and it has...

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Last post by Jazzyfizzer
Mon May 21, 2018 4:20 pm
High Mileage TDi

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@VGTI - Challenge accepted?

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Mon May 21, 2018 3:59 pm
Standard exhaust on 2l motor

Last post by Tottie « Mon May 21, 2018 3:13 pm
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by Tottie » Sun May 20, 2018 2:38 pm

Hi guys,

Can i drive my 2l8v motor with standard Velociti exhaust? I currently have a 50mm powerflow fitted but dont like it anymore. Tryinh to get...

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Last post by Tottie
Mon May 21, 2018 3:13 pm
1981 Vw Mk1 Golf cabriolet Brakes

Last post by Neuk « Mon May 21, 2018 3:03 pm
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by AvesshenG » Mon May 21, 2018 2:40 pm

My old 1981 Vw Golf Cabriolet brake booster is totalled... I heard a golf mk2 booster will fit bolt on is that true or what other booster can work...

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Last post by Neuk
Mon May 21, 2018 3:03 pm
Worth fitting VR6 motor in MK1 Golf???

Last post by polo classic123 « Mon May 21, 2018 2:03 pm
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by Donnie Darko » Mon Apr 23, 2012 10:57 am
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I am toying with the idea to fit a VR6 motor into my mk1.
Currently have a 1.8 8v carb.

Is it worth even looking at???

Or do i just fit a...
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Last post by polo classic123
Mon May 21, 2018 2:03 pm
1.4 Tsi Golf 7 - Extremely high oil consumption

Last post by ICE King « Mon May 21, 2018 1:54 pm
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by Freelancer » Fri Nov 17, 2017 11:33 am
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HI,

Anyone know of any issues with the 1.4 Tsi with regard to high oil usage from around 75000km? Can of oil per refuel and more. No leak detected,...
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Last post by ICE King
Mon May 21, 2018 1:54 pm
Urgent help needed Golf 2.0l ady conversion no start

Last post by panic-mechanic « Mon May 21, 2018 1:11 pm
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by Wolfman04 » Sun May 20, 2018 9:19 am

Bought a 2.0l ady import engine for my vw citi golf Engine rotates difficult feels like its working against its compression or has high compression....

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Last post by panic-mechanic
Mon May 21, 2018 1:11 pm
1988 Citi Golf 1.8 Carb NO SPARK:-( HV Engine

Last post by panic-mechanic « Mon May 21, 2018 1:10 pm
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by Ryandevraj » Mon May 14, 2018 10:03 am

Hey guys

Thank you for having me,

I have had it with my car, im lost I have tried everything possible, I just dont know what more to do. I am...

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Last post by panic-mechanic
Mon May 21, 2018 1:10 pm
Tyre noise

Last post by NHB_R « Mon May 21, 2018 1:04 pm
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by rudes07 » Thu May 18, 2017 8:02 am

Hi

So, I took my car to an Audi dealership yesterday for noise coming from the left back wheel. I suspected it might be wheel bearings but they said...

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Last post by NHB_R
Mon May 21, 2018 1:04 pm
Golf Mk.2 1.8 8v max rebore?/headwork/crank combo

Last post by panic-mechanic « Mon May 21, 2018 1:00 pm
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by georgecooper06 » Fri May 18, 2018 8:17 pm

Hi guys, i have a 1989 mk2 1.8 gti 8v, and want to get the most out of it that i can, for insurance reasons i cannot change the block, however i can...

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Last post by panic-mechanic
Mon May 21, 2018 1:00 pm
mk1 caddy Outer CV help!!

Last post by Huzi022 « Mon May 21, 2018 11:14 am
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by Huzi022 » Tue May 15, 2018 11:24 am

Cant seem to find an Outer CV anywhere.

Specs:
-Gearbox side
-Short Shaft
-DFQ Gearbox
-Big head Inner
-Small Outer (24 splines on the inside with...

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Mon May 21, 2018 11:14 am
Urgent help needed Golf 2.0l ady conversion no start

Last post by -=sT3V3=- « Mon May 21, 2018 9:12 am
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by Wolfman04 » Sun May 20, 2018 9:20 am

Bought a 2.0l ady import engine for my vw citi golf Engine rotates difficult feels like its working against its compression or has high compression....

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Last post by -=sT3V3=-
Mon May 21, 2018 9:12 am
What's the best tyre?

Last post by madracer21 « Sun May 20, 2018 10:09 pm
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by VenomGTI » Mon Oct 24, 2016 9:13 am
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Hi guys I bought a set of 18s 36ET 7,5J rims. I would like to know what's the best tyres.
I am currently running the Bridgestone potenza RE002 on my...
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Last post by madracer21
Sun May 20, 2018 10:09 pm
MK3 GS '95 DOESNT START ON COLD MORNINGS

Last post by Rascal69 « Sun May 20, 2018 3:23 pm
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by SDAYA » Tue May 15, 2018 7:48 am

Hi Guys

I've never had issues with my car starting at any time but lately with this cold weather it doesn't start in the morning.

The engine...

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Last post by Rascal69
Sun May 20, 2018 3:23 pm
Polo 1.9tdi 74kw Vacuum Valve

Last post by DonovanWilliam « Sun May 20, 2018 10:32 am
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by DonovanWilliam » Sun May 13, 2018 12:47 pm

Hi guys, new to the forum here. I find these forums extremely helpful and decided to make my first post here because i'm in dire need of a vacuum...

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Last post by DonovanWilliam
Sun May 20, 2018 10:32 am
9a and pl mk1 conversion possible

Last post by PapaJo « Sat May 19, 2018 10:49 pm
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by blou_poot » Fri Apr 06, 2018 8:31 am
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Hi dubbers,

Hope all is well.

Wanted to find out how easy it is to fit the 9a and pl engines into a mk1.

What needs to be changed?

Can i expect...
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Last post by PapaJo
Sat May 19, 2018 10:49 pm
Polo 9N3 GTI Alloy Wheel Selection

Last post by PiRACY « Sat May 19, 2018 10:07 pm
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by PiRACY » Thu May 03, 2018 4:41 pm

Finally getting some OZ Superturismo GT wheels for my Polo 9N3 GTI. It has standard calipers etc, but will soon be running a Bilstein B12 kit which...

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Last post by PiRACY
Sat May 19, 2018 10:07 pm
1500 - Sidies Advise

Last post by PapaJo « Sat May 19, 2018 7:41 pm
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by JunaVivo » Thu May 10, 2018 4:05 pm

So a few months ago I wanted to know if the 1.8 (HV, EV, DX) internals could be used on the old JB block, and PM advised correctly, that it wouldnt...

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Last post by PapaJo
Sat May 19, 2018 7:41 pm
Clipper 2.0l 16v Abf 20v throttles. Help with Dicktator Downunder

Last post by PapaJo « Sat May 19, 2018 1:09 pm
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by AKCLIPPER » Thu Jun 15, 2017 9:48 pm

Hey guys from Downunder. I just completed my build in my MK1 Clipper. 2.0L 16v Abf with 20v throttles.
Running:
- 276 cams (intake and exhaust side...

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Last post by PapaJo
Sat May 19, 2018 1:09 pm
Head work on 2l 8v

Last post by sheheen29 « Fri May 18, 2018 10:38 pm
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by sheheen29 » Mon May 14, 2018 8:59 pm

Hi Guys

Planning to get some decent head work done on my current 8v motor, not sure as to what's need to be done. Some guys I spoke to reckoned to...

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Last post by sheheen29
Fri May 18, 2018 10:38 pm
Lights to come on when opening car via remote.

Last post by mellos « Fri May 18, 2018 7:40 pm
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by mellos » Tue May 15, 2018 8:19 pm

Good day
I have a 2011 model polo 6R and I want to know if it is possible to program my car
via vagcom for the headlights to come on when opening the...

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Last post by mellos
Fri May 18, 2018 7:40 pm
1971 Beetle 1600 twin port Spares

Last post by kylebassani « Fri May 18, 2018 7:26 pm
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by DewaldScholtz » Mon May 14, 2018 2:31 pm

Where can I buy good quality body and floor pan tins. I also need an engine or parts.

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Last post by kylebassani
Fri May 18, 2018 7:26 pm
vw 2e turbo clutch problem

Last post by PapaJo « Fri May 18, 2018 2:19 pm
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by dubworx » Thu May 17, 2018 10:06 pm

hi guys i am strugling with my clutch on my caddy i had n button clutch made for it so i fitted n luk pressure plate it was fine for about 2 months...

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Last post by PapaJo
Fri May 18, 2018 2:19 pm
Oil buzzer driving me insane

Last post by Belix « Fri May 18, 2018 12:15 pm
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by enrico88 » Mon Feb 26, 2018 3:00 pm

Hi guys

im new to the forum from capetown

i have a golf 3 cabrio 2.0 8v

i have a oil buzzer that does not go away

i need some advise as to how...

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Last post by Belix
Fri May 18, 2018 12:15 pm
PrecisionAutoWorks 1.8t 20v GT28

Last post by Tman21 « Fri May 18, 2018 11:39 am
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by farrell15 » Fri May 04, 2018 2:48 pm

Hi Guys

So I thought I'd post this.

Another friend bought a 1.8t 20v A3 last year. Was in decent condition.

Drove it stock for a while. And then...

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Last post by Tman21
Fri May 18, 2018 11:39 am
2.3l 5 cylinder engines differences

Last post by Nic16v « Fri May 18, 2018 9:45 am
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by Nic16v » Tue May 15, 2018 1:20 pm

hi guys.. forgive me if this has been asked but i searched and couldnt find anything.
my v5 engine is stuffed so im getting a new 1... the engine...

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Last post by Nic16v
Fri May 18, 2018 9:45 am
Citi Ecu shurlock box help needed

Last post by Trump_CitiMK1 « Thu May 17, 2018 4:57 pm
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by Trump_CitiMK1 » Thu May 17, 2018 8:10 am

Hi guys looking for someone that can code new Ecu box to my car my local vw is unable to adapt it

2006 Citi 1.4i
Johannesburg

Sent from my...

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Last post by Trump_CitiMK1
Thu May 17, 2018 4:57 pm
Radiator for Crossflow Throttles

Last post by PapaJo « Thu May 17, 2018 4:31 pm
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by Rox_Star » Sun Mar 04, 2018 9:32 pm

Hi Guys,

My first post and advice seeking mission.

Firstly I drive a Citi Rox, 2l 8v shortblock, stage 3 build by Sarel with single throttle....

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Last post by PapaJo
Thu May 17, 2018 4:31 pm
Engine overhaul advise - 1.9 TDi BXE Jetta 5

Last post by BIGMIG « Thu May 17, 2018 4:18 pm
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by DenzJ5 » Tue May 15, 2018 1:30 pm

Hi Guys,

New to this forum.

I am overhauling my motor, any advise or tips to be aware of?

I need some advise - how important / serious is it to...

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Last post by BIGMIG
Thu May 17, 2018 4:18 pm
1.4 blm engine

Last post by InquisitiveKid99 « Thu May 17, 2018 9:57 am
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by InquisitiveKid99 » Wed May 16, 2018 11:47 pm

Hey guys can you perhaps suggest where I could get a Polo 1.4 blm engine?

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Last post by InquisitiveKid99
Thu May 17, 2018 9:57 am
golf 1 1993 4 speed gearbox

Last post by -=sT3V3=- « Thu May 17, 2018 9:54 am
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by speedfreex » Wed May 16, 2018 12:30 pm

Hi guys can I swap the 1.3 4 speed gearbox with a 5 speed gearbox from a 1989 jetta 2 1.6 5 speed gearbox? If so would it be a straight swop out or...

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Last post by -=sT3V3=-
Thu May 17, 2018 9:54 am
MK1 GOLF, NO SPARK AND NO ELECTRICS

Last post by Oshy « Wed May 16, 2018 4:31 pm
Replies: 8
by ceejaymk1 » Tue Apr 24, 2018 12:26 pm

Hi good day everyone,
Im new here and I really need HELP please, so in short i drove the car on Friday and then not at all the Saturday. When i tried...

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Last post by Oshy
Wed May 16, 2018 4:31 pm
Install VR6 engine in Golf 5

Last post by panic-mechanic « Wed May 16, 2018 1:42 pm
Replies: 3
by pillay_kuben » Wed May 16, 2018 10:25 am

Hi All, new to the forum so please take it easy.
Has anyone installed a 2.8 VR6 engine in a Golf 5. Is this possible?

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Last post by panic-mechanic
Wed May 16, 2018 1:42 pm
Indicators Fault - S3 8L

Last post by P1LAYA-ZN « Wed May 16, 2018 1:13 pm
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by P1LAYA-ZN » Tue May 15, 2018 8:29 am

Good day gents,

So yesterday, I've noticed both my indicators flashes once or twice then stops, however my Hazards work perfectly.
Would this be my...

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Last post by P1LAYA-ZN
Wed May 16, 2018 1:13 pm
swopping a1.3 4 speed to a 2l 8v motor n 5 speed gearbox

Last post by -=sT3V3=- « Wed May 16, 2018 12:48 pm
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by speedfreex » Wed May 16, 2018 12:20 pm

Hi guys

What's the easiest way to swap engines n gearboxes on the golf 1 which a 1993 model 1.3 4 speed and I also got a 2l 8v 2000 model but does...

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Last post by -=sT3V3=-
Wed May 16, 2018 12:48 pm
Installing Mp9 Fuel pump?

Last post by -=sT3V3=- « Wed May 16, 2018 12:45 pm
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by G-Hopper » Tue Aug 19, 2008 8:43 pm

Just want to check i have my fuel lines set up correct? I have the mp9 pump with one 8mm nozzle coming out the front of the pump and at the back...

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Last post by -=sT3V3=-
Wed May 16, 2018 12:45 pm
How to get my headlights to work on a golf1

Last post by Jetta2 « Wed May 16, 2018 10:12 am
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by vw4eva » Mon Mar 27, 2017 3:21 pm

I checked the fuses , all fine ,
I changed the bulbs , all fine. ( my bright lights work,back lights and brake lights work , but not my normal...

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Last post by Jetta2
Wed May 16, 2018 10:12 am
Dissapointed in power

Last post by Stu « Wed May 16, 2018 7:29 am
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by ☆KalaMK3 » Sat May 12, 2018 1:21 pm

Hi all. I am a tad dissapointed w.r.t power on my APK import. Motor was rebuilt and running a 276 cam + 4-2-1 branch + stock 1.6 mk3 zorst, rest is...

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