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Offline Rippers

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Re: Rippers black gti build..
« Reply #15 on: April 03, 2016, 05:20:55 pm »
Some last pics from today







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Re: Rippers black gti build..
« Reply #16 on: April 03, 2016, 05:39:35 pm »
Quote from: Rippers on April 03, 2016, 02:28:37 pm
Yep, they are a snug fit. Tap tap with a mallet and job done.
Cheers, that's on my shopping list now.
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Re: Rippers black gti build..
« Reply #17 on: April 03, 2016, 06:22:53 pm »
car looks good  :happy2:
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Re: Rippers black gti build..
« Reply #18 on: April 03, 2016, 08:46:50 pm »
Cheers dronners  :happy2:
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Re: Rippers black gti build..
« Reply #19 on: April 07, 2016, 07:28:02 pm »
Cherry red hazard switch ordered today.
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Re: Rippers black gti build..
« Reply #20 on: April 07, 2016, 07:32:20 pm »
Quote from: Rippers on April 07, 2016, 07:28:02 pm
Cherry red hazard switch ordered today.

Good little up grade
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Re: Rippers black gti build..
« Reply #21 on: April 19, 2016, 10:44:16 pm »
Still waiting for the hazard switch to arrive, so made a start treating the leather on the steering wheel.

Not a bad start, will need a few goes but so far pleased with the results




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Re: Rippers black gti build..
« Reply #22 on: April 30, 2016, 01:22:12 pm »
Took advantage of the nice sunny day






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Re: Rippers black gti build..
« Reply #23 on: April 30, 2016, 01:57:21 pm »
The GTI looks great now, can see you've given it plenty of TLC. Can't believe the state of those handles!
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Re: Rippers black gti build..
« Reply #24 on: April 30, 2016, 01:58:57 pm »
Question, should I go for pressed plates??
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Re: Rippers black gti build..
« Reply #25 on: April 30, 2016, 02:16:08 pm »
Looks really smart. Whats the difference in ride with the new springs over the originals?
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Re: Rippers black gti build..
« Reply #26 on: April 30, 2016, 02:21:53 pm »
Thanks.

The ride quality is almost the same as stock, a shade stiffer but not harsh. Highly recommend for fairly cheap upgrade. I love them.
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Re: Rippers black gti build..
« Reply #27 on: April 30, 2016, 03:43:55 pm »
Quote from: Rippers on April 30, 2016, 01:58:57 pm
Question, should I go for pressed plates??
No - they're not needed IMHO. I don't think metal number plates add much to a car, unless they are period specific. Yours looks great as is without the crappy EU blue logo thing.
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Re: Rippers black gti build..
« Reply #28 on: April 30, 2016, 06:05:45 pm »
Agree, I'll keep the plates I have.

Thanks for the comments. It's been fun putting back to a good standard. All of the upgrades were researched on this forum.

Need to start saving for a remap, induction air intake and then a thorough engine bay valet.
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Re: Rippers black gti build..
« Reply #29 on: April 30, 2016, 06:16:05 pm »
Dave J - thanks for the comments on your earlier post, I missed it first time round.
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