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on October 25, 2024, 09:29:59 am
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Re: Spark plug & Coil pack recommendations please
Last Poster: PorkPieBandit in Mk5 General Area on Today at 04:09:07 pm
I think you may be right. Finally tracked down someone who purchased some -https://www.golfmk6.com/forums/index.php?threads/psa-ecs-4-set-red-top-coill-pack.290408/

Thanks for the heads up.


Re: Compression Test - Am I doing this right?
Last Poster: mjmallia in How to Guides / Troubleshooting on Today at 01:04:28 pm
If the valves are carboned up and not sealing properly then compression would be an issue


Re: Diagnosing issue with rear caliper
Last Poster: dennis10 in Mk5 General Area on Today at 09:43:22 am
Thanks for the reply guys.

That
The OEM ones are made by TRW. nbsp You can get red powdercoated TRW ones for similar price to refurbs.
I replaced both my rear calipers with these last year.

https://brakeparts.co.uk/shop/Volkswagen/Golf/05-08/GOLF%20MK5%202.0%20inc%20GT


Need help with interpreting log - timing pull - lambda readings
Last Poster: Doomhand in Mk5 General Area on Today at 09:32:36 am
I have a 2008 gti mk5 that I'#039m trying to tune. I'#039ve been experiencing some timing pull and my lambda o2 sensor is not reaching specified (leaning out). nbsp

My mods are:

New TBO k04 turbo
New s3 injectors (06F906036F)
New RS4 fuel pressure relief valve
New Integrated engineering HPFP upgrade kit
forged JE pistons and Forged integrated engi


Re: Leaking Sunroof Drain Repair
Last Poster: the1beard in How to Guides / Troubleshooting on Yesterday at 06:55:02 pm
Now in 2024
As the Mk5's get older the plastic pipes appear to shrink in length (I guess due to the hot and cold cycles)
I used a bit of clear tube that I fitted over the downpipe and into the rubber outlet
If one side is leaking do both


Re: DSG Service Costs?
Last Poster: R88TTD in Mk5 General Area on November 25, 2024, 04:23:48 pm
I was quoted 375 inc Vat from main dealers, Only just purchased the car and for peace of mind i'll have to take in soon.
Also purchased 5-40 6L gallon with oil Filter from dealers for £65 all in.



Re: Sun roof not closing properly - help!
Last Poster: jonfostersmith in How to Guides / Troubleshooting on November 25, 2024, 04:06:46 pm
Just to add my experience, might save someone some time... Mine malfunctioned when I pulled out the key whilst it was closing I think.
i have a 2006 Mk5 TSI (am I allowed here!!? ;0)
Nothing above worked for me.
The torx adjuster was under a little grille in front of the sunglasses holder. Not under the sunglasses holder.
It'#039s very stiff, so mess around and get


Re: What did you and your MKV do today?
Last Poster: ZoliWorks in Mk5 General Area on November 23, 2024, 10:13:44 pm
Winter update just dropped, everything is slippery. Went to get some BurgerKing and on my way home tried to keep up with a BMW (I think). Safe to say FWD, no LSD and -5c on slippery roads dont mix too well. I'm on Vredestein winter tires but I start slipping even when just lightly coming off of a stop light.



Passat b6 in a mk5 golf
Last Poster: Goanfox in Cosmetic/Interior Modifications on November 22, 2024, 10:33:57 am
hello, i fitted some passat b6 seats on my mk5 TDI, the fronts bolted right up, airbags plugged just fine with no codes, as for the manual to eletric lombar and lean ajustments i had to come up with a temporary solution. The rears were a completely diferent story, since the mounts are diferent and the passat backs are about 10cm taller, the sollution was simple. i had someone undo


Re: ambient lights on a mk5
Last Poster: Goanfox in Cosmetic/Interior Modifications on November 22, 2024, 10:15:30 am
i got it from aliexpress. its a kit that does not require passing wire thru the door jam, as each led bar is controled by a slave module simply powered by a 12v source. i got power from the door handle ambient light pins as my car did not came with that option. activated it with vcds and now when i turn the headlights on all the door cards light up. as for the dash it remains alway


Re: Boot Struts
Last Poster: ZoliWorks in Mk5 General Area on November 22, 2024, 08:55:26 am
Struts/Shocks fall under "always new". Dont buy used ones as it's not worth it.


Re: Help with intake leak code
Last Poster: Jons1001 in Mk5 General Area on November 21, 2024, 09:46:21 pm
I'#039m not sure exactly if the 2nd sensor is just a check sensor or if it actually influences the fuel trims in anyway. On the forums I'#039ve heard it'#039s only there to test the cat efficiency and doesnt actually influence fuel trims but one of my mechanic buddies claims it does influence trims.
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Re: GTI cam adjuster/phaser wear - ALL DONE ✔️
Last Poster: Numero9 in Mk5 General Area on November 21, 2024, 07:30:13 pm
awesome, well final parts arrived today so I have everything I need to crack on, only reservation is if the cam lock tool will be strong enough but if not I will weld it up.

Also got a tube of chain protect (liqui moly) included with the chain so will apply a bit of that to the new adjuster and see where it goes.

Watched all the videos I possibly can and with


Re: Passat front control arms, holes out of line?
Last Poster: pandaman in Mk5 General Area on November 21, 2024, 06:07:12 pm
The arms with different ball joints that suit the Golf or TT fit I believe, but the console mounts are not the same.

People and myself included use the solid S3 bushes into the original alloy housings

Lovely, thanks! ordered a couple bushes to go in my old housin


Re: GTI low pressure fuel pump change
Last Poster: mjmallia in Mk5 General Area on November 21, 2024, 05:20:36 pm
Got the new to me lastest PN fuel pump controller.

I had to change the plug from my original, original D version, as the red release slider on the clip had been broken by the seller. .... no big thing really as it only cost £15.

Plug transfered and ready to go in

[img width=786 height=442]https://i.postimg.cc/05dfv


Re: Fan Working on Full Blast But Not Lower
Last Poster: GVK in Mk5 General Area on November 20, 2024, 09:16:59 pm
Yep , fan resistor failure


Re: Aircon delete
Last Poster: DSG_MK5_MANIA in Mk5 General Area on November 20, 2024, 02:36:53 pm
I know this is an old thread, but wondering how you got on with the Aircon delete? I'm planning it on my MK5 regardless of the weather that's what windows are for haha


Re: ECU/ECM Testing and Refurb
Last Poster: TheBALDpuma in Mk5 General Area on November 20, 2024, 02:26:06 pm
Great thanks bud!


Re: Ac losing refrigrant over a period of four days
Last Poster: Octoparrot in Mk5 General Area on November 20, 2024, 12:40:20 pm
The condenser is the usual culprit as it's the first to get all the stones and crap thrown at it.


Re: Rear flip reverse camera
Last Poster: Andy in Random Chat on November 20, 2024, 07:51:40 am
Cheers mate
It's been on my list of mods to do for a while now

Shoutbox

Rare Audi & Mercedes 18" Alloys
£1000.00
Location: Amersham
Postage: £65.00
Delivery or Collection

PLEASE READ THIS AD IN DETAIL

I have for sale 2 complete sets of genuine Audi + Mercedes alloy wheels. THE PRICES ARE £1000 FOR EACH COMPLETE SET CONSISTING OF 4 WHEELS. These wheels will fit the MK5 and other platforms in the VAG range.

PLEASE SEE BELOW WHEEL SPECIFICATION

MERCEDES SEGIN:
5X112 STUD PATTERN
8JX18
ET44
PART NO: A2204012502
FULLY REFURBISHED, NO WELDS, NO BUCKLED, NO DAMAGE.
PRICE: £1000.00

AUDI A8 W12 MONOBLOCKS:
5X112 STUD PATTERN
8JX18
ET48
FULLY REFURBISHED, NO WELDS, NO BUCKLED, NO DAMAGE.
PRICE: £1000.00

I'm not on this platform very often, having sold my Golf, so drop me a call/text for any further details/pictures. PHONE NUMBER-07772480088
Ford transit connect van
£1500.00
Location: Dl104pd
Collection Only

Ford transit connect van for sale 56 reg
Full mot
1.8 diesel engine
4 recently new tyres
Cam belt done
New clutch and cylinder
New engine mounts
New gear box  mounts
New osf drive shaft..
Polished and cleaned up the head lights and fitted performance head light bulbs
6 owners
Rear boarded out
In our ownership been very light work carrying laundry
Starts first time in the mornings even during winter months...
Advised osf roll bar link..on mot
..
Note on the bonnet the lacquer is peeling of
£1500 ono
0735 9456550
Mk6 GTI OEM full exhaust
£200.00
Location: Lincoln LN1
Collection Only

Full mk6 GTI OEM cat back exhaust.

Removed at approx. 35k miles from my own car.

In good condition as low mileage would suggest.


£200
Collection. Lincoln Ln1
KW ST shocks & springs 20mm drop
£325.00
Location: Folkestone, Kent.
Postage: £20.00
Delivery or Collection

KW ST shocks & springs 20mm drop for a mk5 VW Golf Gti.
Used for under 6k miles.
Putting car back to standard.
Collection or Postage extra.
Can deliver locally for petrol money.
FOLKESTONE, KENT.
£325
Edition 30 Rear Valance -Pearl Black (Genuine Part)
£80.00
Location: Manchester
Collection Only

For Sale is my old Pearl Black Edition 30 rear valance. This clips into the upper section of your rear bumper.
This was removed from my golf due someone backing into me at low speed causing surface cracks. (they offered to pay for a new valance)

The surface cracks are around the the number plate area which I've tried to photo the best i can.

The exhaust surround has been bonded back on by the body shop after an encounter with a high kerb a few years ago.

There are storage scratches on the paintwork so will need respraying. You will also need a towing eye cover.

All clips to clip the valance upper bumper section are intact and there is no sign of warping.

This is a genuine valance and was fitted to my ED30 from the factory.
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