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Offline Hurdy

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Hurdy's Polo GTI..time for a new project!!
« on: October 08, 2011, 03:33:49 pm »
Finally got my sticky little mitts on the GTI today.  :jumpmove:



Only one pic though as it was chucking it down.

Just done the first 50 miles of driving based on the "run it hard" bedding in method  :evilgrin:
Handles pretty well as standard, but there is definitely room for improvement.
Sets off the line like a scalded cat with the supercharger.
Definitely needs more power up top.

Even though I say it myself, it is a lovely little motor and should be a great new project for me to mess about with.
No Nitrous this time though :laugh:

Spec as follows.....
5dr
Deep Black Pearl
Climate control upgrade
Convenience pack (rain sensor, auto dimming mirror etc)
Sensor pack (Rear parking sensors, cruise control etc)
Winter pack (Heated seats, heated washer jets, low fluid light etc)
Xenon headlights with those awfully nice daytime fairy lights
MFSW.

Imminent arranged/bought mods

Uprated lower engine mount
Retro-fit RNS510 (newest model) and bluetooth module.
Stage 1 remap.

To do's...

Lightweight alloys
Full TBE
Intercooler
Intake
lowering - initially on springs and then fully adjustable coilovers when I see a decent development.
Lightweight battery
rear ARB
Uprated front brakes
Uprated rear lightweight calipers and pads

Contemplating...

Hybrid turbo upgrade
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Re: Hurdy's Polo GTI..time for a new project!!
« Reply #1 on: October 08, 2011, 03:34:11 pm »
looks great mate ;)

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Re: Hurdy's Polo GTI..time for a new project!!
« Reply #2 on: October 08, 2011, 03:40:00 pm »
a like the polo gtis  :party:

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« Reply #3 on: October 08, 2011, 03:43:52 pm »
Love it  :happy2:

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Re: Hurdy's Polo GTI..time for a new project!!
« Reply #4 on: October 08, 2011, 03:49:37 pm »
Looking good John, sounds like you've got the mods sussed. Looked forward to have a spin in it  :laugh: :happy2:

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Re: Hurdy's Polo GTI..time for a new project!!
« Reply #5 on: October 08, 2011, 03:52:16 pm »
And it begins :P

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Re: Hurdy's Polo GTI..time for a new project!!
« Reply #6 on: October 08, 2011, 03:53:40 pm »
Will Keep an eye on this, very interested.

Right mods and you will be chasing TTRS's!  and leaving behind Megane RS's!!

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Re: Hurdy's Polo GTI..time for a new project!!
« Reply #7 on: October 08, 2011, 05:34:11 pm »
Cheers chaps. Hopefully I'll get a stock dyne run on Monday :happy2:
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Re: Hurdy's Polo GTI..time for a new project!!
« Reply #8 on: October 08, 2011, 05:42:57 pm »
Another one getting a polo? :confused: Is there something I'm missing with these cars?

What happened to the plan to buy an Ariel Atom?

The GTI isn't just a machine. It's very much a living, breathing thing.

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Re: Hurdy's Polo GTI..time for a new project!!
« Reply #9 on: October 08, 2011, 05:45:45 pm »
What happened to the plan to buy an Ariel Atom?

He's not as young as he used to be  :wink: 

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Re: Hurdy's Polo GTI..time for a new project!!
« Reply #10 on: October 08, 2011, 05:46:21 pm »
Another one getting a polo? :confused: Is there something I'm missing with these cars?

What happened to the plan to buy an Ariel Atom?

I passed that idea on to QD  :laugh:

Yes, you are missing something with the Polo........ You'll have to try one to find out what it is though  :wink:
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Re: Hurdy's Polo GTI..time for a new project!!
« Reply #11 on: October 08, 2011, 05:46:44 pm »
Looking good, I'm really starting to like these. :grin:
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« Reply #12 on: October 08, 2011, 05:47:35 pm »
What happened to the plan to buy an Ariel Atom?

He's not as young as he used to be  :wink: 

And in another 2 weeks I'll be even older :sad1:
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Re: Hurdy's Polo GTI..time for a new project!!
« Reply #13 on: October 08, 2011, 05:50:23 pm »
How's the IS-F these days?

The GTI isn't just a machine. It's very much a living, breathing thing.

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Re: Hurdy's Polo GTI..time for a new project!!
« Reply #14 on: October 08, 2011, 05:50:59 pm »
Nice choice John!  :happy2:

Does that mean you don't have to start each sentence with 'ahaaa' now?  :grin: