http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/ Australia VW Discussion Watercooled Volkswagen en Wed, 22 May 2013 21:31:31 GMT vBulletin 30 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/misc/rss.png http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/ http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86032&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 21:15:25 GMT This may be well known but I couldn't see it anywhere.

1) Bought T5 cab chassis

2) Found vent control knob defective (the one that directs air at face, floor, etc). It wouldn't direct air and made awful 'broken' sounds as it was turned.

3) Pulled out assembly (the two knobs plus air con and recirc switches form the one assembly). Note: be careful when removing the control panel - the control cables must be unclipped from the back of the panel by rotating their plastic clips. They are easy to break.

4) Looked long and hard at the vent control knob and its mechanism. Observed that the vent control knob has a toothed cog that engages with another that in turn rotates a cam plate into which two sliding pins insert.

5) Realised that they two cogs are designed to stay in register with one another, and this is achieved by a rather nice change in tooth pattern on each of the cogs. When in register, the altered teeth mesh smoothly with each other. However, if register has been lost (the cogs are no longer in the correct rotational alignment with each other) the control knob makes awful sounds and doesn't rotate the other cog correctly.

6) Fix is to place the cogs back into correct register, achievable by some temporary bending of the mounts and judicious slipping of the teeth past each other until the 'altered teeth patterns' line up with each other and so both rotate smoothly through 360 degrees.

7) Final step is to use Vaseline to lubricate the cogs, the cam plates and the heater box cam plate (accessible by removing the glovebox) so that the forces acting on the heater control are not so great that teeth slippage occurs.

System now works as new. ]]> Transporter, Multivan, Caravelle, Kombi Julian Edgar http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86032 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86031&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 17:45:51 GMT Image: http://www.ecstuning.com/sales/ecs600header.jpg

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As an added benefit, the rectangular center section is covered in a soft textured vinyl that protects delicate cargo, and keeps flat items from shifting when you corner.

]]> ECS Tuning ECS tuning http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86031 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86029&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 14:52:39 GMT Anyone know anything about this, its in Point Cook, maybe i should take it for a spin :P

1998 Seat Ibiza Cupra ]]> vwthunder http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86029 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86028&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 14:44:28 GMT Hi guys, Live in country Victoria and currently driving a Subaru Outback 07 As the title of this thread states I am waiting for the arrival of the GTI later this year and will be using the forums to keep up to to date with the latest news Wish the year would move along quicker, I want it... Hi guys,

Live in country Victoria and currently driving a Subaru Outback 07

As the title of this thread states I am waiting for the arrival of the GTI later this year and will be using the forums to keep up to to date with the latest news

Wish the year would move along quicker, I want it now :) ]]> Newbies Corner - (First Posts) Clarky89 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86028 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86027&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 13:55:57 GMT Hey everyone,

It's been hard to come across a decent manual VR6 these days and i'm quite keen on buying one.
I'm from Melbourne - Victoria

If anyone has a hook up, feel free to let me know.

Thanks heaps,
Andrew ]]> filthyimmigrant http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86027 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86026&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 13:49:37 GMT

..? if so, im gonna go rob the nearest bank.

]]> BMW Babble mitch750 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86026 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86025&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 12:58:37 GMT Not sure what the standard halogen blubs used in the polo 2012-13 models are, but can I change to a higher wattage?

I've heard the highest legal non HIB blub is 100w?

Maybe even go for a light blue tint hahahaha.

correction: non xenon... i think HID and xenon are different right? ]]> Polo (6R, 2010+) cappuccino http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86025 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86024&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 12:49:14 GMT Hi Guys,

I have 1x KW V1's for sale which will suit MK6 Golf R.
Reason for sale: going a different set up.
Price: $1,300 ono
Shipping: At buyers cost
Location: Victoria, Melbourne
PM me :)

]]> Parts For Sale ptR http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86024 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86023&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 12:29:19 GMT sHey guys, I've been on the forum sometime and thought i'd finally make a build with the knew car. So if you guy's haven't noticed already with my old thread it was slowing dying and nothing was happening. That's exactly what was happening. I came to the point where i was over all the things i do with the car and my interest in doing so much more was coming to an end..

So got her for sale after a few months and then one day she was gone. I'm sure you guys who've sold your first car had that feeling that all the things you've done in the car has just driven away... And i'm sure most of you would like to jump back into your old bad boys but for me.. it was .. the same.. but different ?

Before i even had a chance i was owning 2 cars already. Was unregistered and was not going to be used UNTIL i sold the white golf in which she was gone...





The next week. The other car was blue sipped registered and ready to go ! And i was glad to get into it so here she is !

The same but new car. ANOTHER Volkswagen Golf. This time a VR6. The reason why ? While i still had my car i had been looking at other cars and finding out what should i get next ? Then one day popped on gumtree and saw one for an absolutely steal.. was hesitant when i saw it then went down and bought the car straight away.



So it's 1995 Volkwagen Golf VR6. Came with 165 XXX Genuine Kms. (digital) Leather VR6 Seats, Xforce Exhaust twin tip everything complete stock but knowing the guy i bought it off. He had these mad ass chromies on them. You heard me. 18 Inch full chrome dip plated Set of Rims and they're Zenetti's too. So you know there good **** ! (For sale if anyone is interested):lol: where you commos and lancers at!


Funnily enough she came with no head unit aswell and the only thing left was rear speakers and under the rear seats a heap load of spare audio wiring.. (figures).

So the wheels had to go. He had stock ones so pretty stoke about that and also having at least 80% on both aswell.

So far, got small problems as bypassed heatercore, Abs ring needs replacing, LFHS Bent tie rod and wheel alignment.

Fixed the wheel alignment today and before even buying all my gear, i'm gonna make sure i fix the little problems first, enjoy the car how she runs and then start with that. Should hopefully bring her to a dyno day to see how she goes on it stock.

Besides that i will most likely look at keep her for a while. :)










Just a small update on the weekend. Got her serviced with platnium spark plugs/oil change etc.

Also having the stock wheels that i put on them over the chromies i didn't even realise but these are an OEM stock BBS Rim's which come stock with the VR6's this also be including the RX-R's.



Not too sure about the model of it (as i've searched around) but might be an early model of the bugatti's ? Not sure but will definitely be restroing them when i can.

Also being the VR6 the brakes that are given stock are 288mm Brake setup allowing alot more better braking to be made but on the downside when finding rims to put on they will definitely need spacers if going something wider. As you can see here.



The chromies that were on there before were definitely scrubbing on the caliper because i remember driving it home and it making that noise.

Did some minor paint touches to the spoiler and the door handles.




While doing so, i might aswell check out the inside of the doors to see how the wiring and motors are as they are proned to not working. Which i found out that on of my rears wernt' winding but the motor worked fine. I was thinking that maybe it was just loose and come off the motor but as my eyes could see... a bit of nature.. lies.. within my car...



Yes a plank of wood.. in which i assume the old owner did this to stop it. What's happend is "somehow" one of the brackets in which hold up and slide down on the window has miraculously disappeared.. :shock::mad::(

Not sure where to get it at this point but i'll be leaving it for now. If anyone can confirm if this is where the Regulator is let me know ! haha

Also been trying to do the headunit. Should have been simple as plug and play but as the old owner was into his "cool sound system" whoever wired this up. **** you.



Masking tape, wires cut and taped, cable tied wires, exposed wires, useplugs etc. On the worst side the headunits power works on but the sound doesn't. I had a friend check it out and at this stage hopefully.. it's just bad wiring but if anyone knows this. Wiring on audio in a car is just overall a headache. Will be over his place this week to try and sort it out. If anyone is an auto electrician will pay to do it !! ahha.

Besides that, big box has arrived in my room. Till then. ]]> Pmk http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86023 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86022&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 12:26:07 GMT Flickr: larsie2007's Photostream 17" Denver wheels with tyres 2 wheels in excellent condition 2 wheels in good with some kerb rash]]> Hi All

Price: $600 ONO
Location: Sydney
Photos:
Flickr: larsie2007's Photostream

17" Denver wheels with tyres
2 wheels in excellent condition
2 wheels in good with some kerb rash

2 wheels with Goodyear F1 Asymmetric 2 tyres (225/45R17) - plenty of tread left, have been on car for 7,000km
2 wheels with Federal Super Steel 595 tyres (225/45R17) - plenty of tread left but have been on car for 10,000km

Wheels come with 20 VW bolt caps and 4 VW hub caps.

Wheel details:
17" x 7", offset 51, bolt pattern 5 x 112, centre bore 57.1

PM me with your offers. ]]> Parts For Sale larsie http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86022 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86021&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 11:54:40 GMT rs4_wheel.jpg $150.00 + $15 postage Image:...]]> Alcantara Audi TT Quattro Sport Steering Wheel
In generally good condition but the alcantara could do with a good clean.
This will fit TT's, S3s and A4/S4/RS4 B5s. You need this shape airbag - rs4_wheel.jpg
$150.00 + $15 postage







Reposting this because it doesn't fit a mk4 airbag.

Alternately, If someone has a bag that will fit let me know :rolleyes: ]]> Parts For Sale http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86021 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86020&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 11:36:57 GMT Hi guys, Just picked up a 9n3 GTI and intend on making some subtle changes to it firstly looking at 17's and Coilovers.

It seems as though I'm about 3 years too late to grab any decent wheels for it that i really like :( I had these: http://data.motor-talk.de/data/galle...4170226370.jpg
VW Tocatta's on my last Mk4 Golf and want something 5 spoke but more aggressive looking for this 9n3.

That lead me to theese 17" 5x100 Goal's:http://www.volkswagen-accessories.ie/images/goal_l.jpg
However after inquiring with several national dealers they seem to be unavailable, they exist on their databases but were never an option for Australia and show no stock, price or ability to place an order :(

Can anyone recommend anywhere to purchase any similar styled 5x100's in Aus? although I'd love to throw money at Audi monobloc's or BBS RS's I need something for a daily driver and i'm trying to keep things as OEM looking as I can.

Cheers. ]]> ilz http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86020 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86019&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 11:25:00 GMT Hey guys, Just bought a new flat bottom GTi wheel for my T5 and was wondering if anyone can recommend somewhere in Australia, pref Sydney, where I can purchase an airbag. I was hoping to source one for a bit less than what the stealerships are quoting :shock: Any help would be much... Hey guys,

Just bought a new flat bottom GTi wheel for my T5 and was wondering if anyone can recommend somewhere in Australia, pref Sydney, where I can purchase an airbag. I was hoping to source one for a bit less than what the stealerships are quoting :shock:

Any help would be much appreciated

Cheers
Griff ]]> Wanted to Buy Griff22 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86019 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86018&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 11:23:22 GMT Testing to see if my profile photo comes up on posts Testing to see if my profile photo comes up on posts ]]> Test Area larsie http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86018 http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86017&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 11:04:34 GMT I am having problems getting rid of the streaking on my windscreen. It was especially noticeable today in the rain and made driving dangerous, especially with the glare of oncoming car headlights. I have tried using a clay bar to clean the windscreen, I tried cleaning it with automotive glass... I am having problems getting rid of the streaking on my windscreen. It was especially noticeable today in the rain and made driving dangerous, especially with the glare of oncoming car headlights.

I have tried using a clay bar to clean the windscreen, I tried cleaning it with automotive glass cleaner, I replaced my wipers with Bosch wipers, I even tried mineral turps and nothing has worked.

When the wipers run over the glass, I can see round spots on my windscreen which I suspect come from the sap of trees that I have parked under. I'm at the stage where I'm thinking of getting a glass polishing kit or even getting the glass professionally polished ($165!).

Any thoughts? ]]> larsie http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/showthread.php?t=86017