FOR SALE:
Brand: VW
Model: toccata
Genuine OEM / Replica: oem/genuine
Tyres: none, would have had a 225/45 as standard
Pair / Set: set of 4 5th spare
PCD: 5x100
Diameter / Width / Offset:...
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FOR SALE:
Brand: VW
Model: toccata
Genuine OEM / Replica: oem/genuine
Tyres: none, would have had a 225/45 as standard
Pair / Set: set of 4 5th spare
PCD: 5x100
Diameter / Width / Offset:...
Not much to update.
Vento had been sitting in storage for the last 12months or so.
Dragged it out to move it home, gave it a wash, and took it to a local cars and coffee meet.
Now that I can store...
Been a while since I drove this.
On daily duties while the wagon is getting some treatmenthttps://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2022/08/447de5a98b4faf17d544872273b21777-1.jpg
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It's not bad hey!
I feel if the car was more aero or drove at slower speeds (say 80 instead of 110) it would be much better again.
The return trip was a fair chunk better on fuel, it's either...
It's happening!
Thanks for sharing all the numbers and documenting the whole thing.
Where you were discussing the driveshaft. Did you happen to compare the lengths when full compressed vs full...
Yep pretty happy I put that in now.
Hopefully no more surprises next service.
R32 headlights in, wired up so the angle can be adjusted using the factory switch rather than level sensors.
Waiting...
Control arm bushes 1k0407182 $20 pair
Tie rod ends 1k0423811k, 1k0423812k $40 pair
Ball joints 3c0407365a, 3c0407366a $60 pair
Strut mounts 1k0412331b, 6n0412249c $100 pair
Sold car before...
Not much to update.
Last service I started using a magnetic sump plug on the wagon.
Not what I was expecting to find this service...
General consensus is it's not a oem bolt (at least for a...
Some extra pics stolen from Andy and Jad.
GAS2022 at Sandown
Edit: quality looks squashed on my phone. Will sort on the PC later
...
New temporary wheels
OZ racing futura monoblocks, I feel they have another name but can't recall
17x8 205/40 17x9 215/40
Need to lower the front a smidge....
Was talking diesels and injectors on the weekend actually.
Rankin Diesel Injection Service Pty Ltd [Specialising in Diesel Servicing and Tuning] these guys aren't far from me and meant to be the go.
Look, its a backwards step... but fingers crossed the light output is slightly better
following for info.
I was told its an expensive exercise as not many people do it locally. Think it was Cornells I had recommended, but it was a while back...
Ended up buying new upgraded units,...
Some wheels I've had stashed away forever coming out for a bit of a hot wheels vibe.
Thanks to the boys that got me the models! Thinking I'll paint one black to match my...
Mixing it up until I find a new vento bonnet.
Golf bonnet and grill from the vr6 doner
Pwzo/hella smoked dual chambers
Nos kamei grill extension...
Looking for a set of oem 17 or 18" wheels for 7P Touareg. Porsche 4x4 and Audi Q7 should also do the trick.
BBS, OZ etcetc also considered.
Needs to clear the 180kw brakes, I'd imagine most of...
What if anyone nudges it while it's on stands parked in the driveway?
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getting some serious love! Hopefully see it at Nats this year!
as above, generally mk4 R32 bits are the go.
I recall some issue with the weight over the rear being slightly different for springs but cant be too different.
need to look in the UK markets for...
This ^^^
I'm thinking 16y.o comment puts it in early mk5 territory. also a mk4 GT shouldn't be having petrol in it...
post some pics up, keen to see if it is a mk4 GT
I like where this is going.
get the centre bore opened correctly. good way to ruin a set of wheels by hacking at it.
alternatively, the OZ are prob weak offset. so running some 20mm+ spacers you...
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The CC is for sale.
Partner needed something with a bit of ground clearance and awd for work. Will miss the torque and fuel economy of the TDI!
Had the common issues sorted. Fuel...
Ahhh yes. I did have that on one of mine. Helicoil has done the job so far. Forgot about that.
I read somewhere that the threaded part (mount on the motor) should be replaced every 3rd time the...
Got the correct length bolts? nothing in the bottom of the hole stopping it by bottoming out.
Maybe just unlucky
cant say I've paid any attention to the position then end up and not had any issues after doing it on 3 cars touch wood