MK3 Random Thread

[dylan8]

youll end up replacing your stock struts if you put lowered springs on them

[cliftronix]

Get the fk's, they are a mad deal. The only cheap mk3 coilover worth considering. If you want anything better expect to pay between and extra 400 (cx) or an extra 1000 for anything h&R/kw.

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[milan12]

Thanks guys. I am gonna buy the fks tomorrow as an early christmas present. Been wanting them for a while.

Next thing is wheels but that can wait.

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[doridori]

really hoping for the stars here, but does anybody have a spare burgundy hatch in Syd with no rust?

bit of rust on the rear hatch of my vr6 so hoping to find a replacement one

[stefcio007]

How involved is replacing the rear wheel bearing?
Should probably just go to mechanic for it.
Anyone have an estimate?
Should I do both as a precaution?
It's getting worryingly loud.

[dubster99]

Front wheel bearing? Ivr been quoted $250 for one side on my vento! Thinking of buying a bearing kit and doing it myself

[timiteo]

For a rear wheel bearing you need to remove the caliper, pads and disc. Then you need to press the old bearings out if you keep the old disc but I'd highly recommend replacing it while you're there so you'd press the bearings into the new disc.

Installation is just the reverse of removal putting the disc onto the rear spindle then a new split pin and caliper/pads on. It's not that difficult I'd give yourself half a day and $250 for new discs and bearings. And yes you would need to do both sides together.

A mechanic would charge between $500 to $900 as a rough estimate assuming you put new discs and pads on too.

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[Alfred]

I saw a beautiful Flamenco dancing girl driving a Mk3 tdi today in Cordoba.

Spain is literally packed with mk3s, haven't seen more of any other series.

[doridori]

does anyone know if the 3dr hatch and 5dr hatch share the same bonnet and tailgate?

[timiteo]

does anyone know if the 3dr hatch and 5dr hatch share the same bonnet and tailgate?

Yes they share every panel except the doors.