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Offline luckyGti

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Hello from Surrey
« on: October 27, 2010, 11:41:55 am »
Hi Everybody,
         Just thought i would introduce myself an thank you guys for providing a fantastic forum full of endless information.

I currently own a Mk5 Gti which currently has...
 
Kw varient 3 coilovers
Original Bbs Ch alloys
Ko 4 turbo upgrade
full Milltek decat
Simota Induction kit
Colour coded side skirts an bumper

Hopefully my images have uploaded below  :happy2:






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Re: Hello from Surrey
« Reply #1 on: October 27, 2010, 12:09:35 pm »
nice spec..welcome to the forum
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Re: Hello from Surrey
« Reply #2 on: October 27, 2010, 12:25:39 pm »
Thank you, I think i'm going to upgrade to an Apr Hpfp so if anybody knows where i can get a great deal on one then do let me know, Is it cheaper to order one from the states due to the rates :wink:
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Re: Hello from Surrey
« Reply #3 on: October 27, 2010, 12:59:22 pm »
Welcome and what a lovely car  :happy2:

Where abouts in Surrey are you? I'm in Croydon so I'll keep my eyes peeled!
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Re: Hello from Surrey
« Reply #4 on: October 27, 2010, 02:03:05 pm »
Hi, Thanks for the positive comments, I'm based just south of Guildford so never really venture towards Croydon but was actually thinking of paying a trip to Tuningwerkes soon, have you been there yourself?
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Re: Hello from Surrey
« Reply #5 on: October 27, 2010, 02:11:50 pm »
Quote from: luckyGti on October 27, 2010, 02:03:05 pm
Hi, Thanks for the positive comments, I'm based just south of Guildford so never really venture towards Croydon but was actually thinking of paying a trip to Tuningwerkes soon, have you been there yourself?

I used Tuningwerkes for all my modifications on my GTI, and everything was spot on. I would probably only use them or JKM in Portsmouth.
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Re: Hello from Surrey
« Reply #6 on: October 27, 2010, 02:18:19 pm »
Not yet, I only live about 1/4 mile away from there as well! Only had my car a month and it already had a stage 1 remap, not got the money for anything else at the mo.

I'll be getting down there soon to let them give it the once over!
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Re: Hello from Surrey
« Reply #7 on: October 27, 2010, 03:23:19 pm »
Quote from: WhiteGTI on October 27, 2010, 02:11:50 pm
Quote from: luckyGti on October 27, 2010, 02:03:05 pm
Hi, Thanks for the positive comments, I'm based just south of Guildford so never really venture towards Croydon but was actually thinking of paying a trip to Tuningwerkes soon, have you been there yourself?

I used Tuningwerkes for all my modifications on my GTI, and everything was spot on. I would probably only use them or JKM in Portsmouth.

I think JKM is quite a drive for me but will definitely check out Werkes in Croydon, do you have a link to the modifications you did to your white Gti as the link is broken in your signature, Thanks
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Re: Hello from Surrey
« Reply #8 on: October 27, 2010, 03:58:51 pm »
Hi Lucky,

I removed most of my build thread if I remember correctly, because I put the car back to standard to sell. If you ask anyone that knows me they'll tell you that I'm the pickiest person in the world, and barely trust anyone with the car.

I've had so much done by Reuben there, including:

APR RSC exhaust
Cruise control fitted
Carbonio intake (i know its easy to fit, but i got it at the same time as the exhaust so just left it to him)
Forge Diverter Valve
Bilstein PSS10 Coilovers
WALK caster kit
Dogmount bush (forgotten the manufacturer)

Other little bits included:

Exhaust mount fix
Removal of my Forge Short Shifter
Removal of the Bilstein coilovers
Removal of APR RSC and re-fit standard exhaust

Since getting the BMW I have had:

Exhaust mount replacement
Thorough check over/test drive
I will be taking it there in the next few months for a service too

Although he is a VAG specialist his brother also runs an E46 M3 - hence why I will continue to take the car to him.

Pop down there and see what you think!  :smiley: :smiley:

P.S. Welcome to the forum, absolutely stunning car you have there! We do a few meets in the Berkshire area, which isn't too far from you. Keep an eye out!  :happy2:
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Re: Hello from Surrey
« Reply #9 on: October 27, 2010, 04:41:50 pm »
Wow sounds like the place to go to, I spoke Reuben yesterday on the phone about the parts you listed for him( Thanks for the heads up :happy2:) seemed like a great guy an extremley knowledgeable.
 
It looks like you did some worthwhile upgrades to your Gti, did you find the walk caster kit a worthy addition?

I will be sure to keep my eye out on the Berkshire meets it would be nice to meet some fellow enthusiasts.

Thanks for the warm welcome an great advice :happy2:
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Re: Hello from Surrey
« Reply #10 on: October 27, 2010, 05:14:56 pm »
I got the WALK kit fitted at the same time as the Bilstein coilovers, so I can't really say for sure. It's mixed really, some people on here say that it improves turn in, others don't feel a noticeable difference. It definitely made my steering heavier and improved the weight/feel. VW Racing for example don't really like the WALK, so it's quite a mixed bag!

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Re: Hello from Surrey
« Reply #11 on: October 27, 2010, 07:02:02 pm »
Welcome Lucky  :smiley: Excellent looking car you have there, it must handle well too  :happy2:
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Re: Hello from Surrey
« Reply #12 on: October 27, 2010, 08:23:15 pm »
Quote from: rdfcpete on October 27, 2010, 07:02:02 pm
Welcome Lucky  :smiley: Excellent looking car you have there, it must handle well too  :happy2:

Thanks, It really does handle well but have to adjust the coilovers slightly as they are hitting that plastic clip under the front arch on roundabouts, easy fix though
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Re: Hello from Surrey
« Reply #13 on: October 27, 2010, 08:38:20 pm »
Welcome.  I wished my house was so big it had Roman pillars holding the front porch up like yours!  :grin:   Cracking looking motor.
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Re: Hello from Surrey
« Reply #14 on: October 27, 2010, 08:46:50 pm »
Quote from: JJ on October 27, 2010, 08:38:20 pm
Welcome.  I wished my house was so big it had Roman pillars holding the front porch up like yours!  :grin:   Cracking looking motor.
:grin: That is quite funny to hear, Thanks for the welcome :smiley:
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