Bens Black GTI - Now for sale

[Dave7692]

Link to the indicators. They ship from Germany, but mine were here within 5 days.

http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/321502540410

@Dave7692

Cheers for that, I'll be investing in a set me thinks.

[paulw123]

If you get an extra long torx screwdriver, you can fit these without touching the glass at all, just tilt glass forward and access is deep from the top.
when undoing the screw a bit of the casting broke off on mine, were screw had corroded in a bit, the hole is far too close to the edge  ,
so had to use a washer on screw head to bodge it a bit.

[bbfb10]

Thanks for this, one of my mirror caps is broken anyway, so replacing the cap and indicator lens at the same time, will do that side first to see how tricky it is before I attempt the undamaged side..

[paulw123]

I did the same thing, had a look see first, was shocked by how much is crammed in there, then decided to put the cap back on till the long screwdriver arrived from ebay about 300mm long.
The painful bit was getting the cap off with only me fingers, think trim removal tools would of helped but didn't have any at the time.

[Golf_GT_TDI]

Looks a nice example mate, bet you're glad the wings are done. I see you have the MFSW fitted ready for highline cluster upgrade?

[bbfb10]

MFSW came with the car, its crying out for a Highline and a decent headunit next.

[bbfb10]

During a brief lull in the rain this morning I decided I would get my new indicators in the side mirrors and replace the broken wing mirror cover whilst I was at it. I followed this guide (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=103242) and it was easy enough to do. Pretty happy with the end result.



Looking at a new headunit to go in next.

Any and all comments appreciated.

[bbfb10]

Managed to source myself some Highline clocks (973 model) from ebay for £100. Just waiting for these to be delivered then they will be installed ASAP.

Car is starting to come along nicely now.

[bbfb10]

Took the car to Midland VW to fit my Highline clocks, but after over an hour of trying they couldnt get the Immo data from the new set of clocks, however, when they put my car back together, the power steering failed to work. As I had to get home, I booked in for the next day to get this sorted. A new rear hub was fitted and the wheels re-aligned and all was good.

Got an R8 Coilpack from PSI Tuning delivered and fitted today, next job is to have a go at the PCV.

[bbfb10]

Bought a Twintake today, fitting it this weekend hopefully.

[bbfb10]

Lots has gone on since my last post, kind of neglected the car for a bit, but now lm back concentrating on it properly again.

Took the car for a full service and had the DV and Cam Follower changed at the same time.
Whilst trawling Ebay and Facebook managed to pick up some bargains:
Powerflex polybushes,
Audi R8 oil and coolant caps,
Chrome fuel release switch,
Forge motorsports charcoal canister piping in red,
R32 rear lights,
GTI sill protectors.

A few weeks ago l was hit by a young driver, his family wanted to pay for the repairs privately so took the opportunity to purchase a PPC GB R32 style rear bumper. Still waiting for this to arrive but when it does will put some pics up.

Yesterday l travelled to Car Electronics Derby to get my new headunit installed. Went from this:
Crappy standard RCD 300, to this:



DNX 521 DAB!! 
Swapped my red hazard switch for the darker one lve had in my boot for ages.

More updates to come.

Any and all comments welcomed.

[bbfb10]

Had a bit of spare time this morning so put Ed30/R32 rear lights on. Have to say the boot trim is a royal pain in the ass to put back on.


Looks much better.


Then swapped the standard oil and coolant caps for R8 ones.
The oil cap is brand new from Stoke Audi, about £33 delivered l think.


The coolant cap l got from a guy on Facebook for £20. 



I will have a play with the caps to get them sitting straight at some point.

As always, any and all comments welcomed.

Ben.

[barlimow]

Lots has gone on since my last post, kind of neglected the car for a bit, but now lm back concentrating on it properly again.

Took the car for a full service and had the DV and Cam Follower changed at the same time.
Whilst trawling Ebay and Facebook managed to pick up some bargains:
Powerflex polybushes,
Audi R8 oil and coolant caps,
Chrome fuel release switch,
Forge motorsports charcoal canister piping in red,
R32 rear lights,
GTI sill protectors.

A few weeks ago l was hit by a young driver, his family wanted to pay for the repairs privately so took the opportunity to purchase a PPC GB R32 style rear bumper. Still waiting for this to arrive but when it does will put some pics up.

Yesterday l travelled to Car Electronics Derby to get my new headunit installed. Went from this:
Crappy standard RCD 300, to this:



DNX 521 DAB!! 
Swapped my red hazard switch for the darker one lve had in my boot for ages.

More updates to come.

Any and all comments welcomed.

Been looking to get rid of my RCD300 for ages! Your replacement looks just the job. Is that DAB, Bluetooth, ipod, nav etc? If you don't mind me asking, how much? (and did they fit as well?).

[bbfb10]

Hi @barlimow

I got the headunit off ebay for around £500, it has Nav, CD, Bluetooth, DAB radio out of the box, iPod lead is extra but only about £15 for a genuine Kenwood one. It is a decent bit of kit, the sound is way better than the standard unit too, lm really pleased with it.

In terms of fitting, lm a complete numpty when it comes to being 'handy' so l paid to have it done, cost about £60, and l couldnt be happier with the service l received. I know a lot of people will say l should have had a go at fitting it myself, but £500 is a lot of cash to me and ld rather get it done professionally than potentially break something. I also got them to swap my hazard switch over while they were doing the install.

Thanks for your comment, if youre local (Im in Staffordshire) Id be happy to let you come and have a look before you shell out for your own. Saying that, after reading all the reviews on forums etc l was pretty sure it was going to be a good choice.

[barlimow]

^^ thanks Ben, very helpful.

For £560 all-in, that looks great. Like you, I would want it fitted by someone, and for £60 a no-brainer. Also read that some VW dealers are selling it as well, so might see what they can do, and also see if I can find a decent local place to supply/fit.

Thanks for your comment, if youre local (Im in Staffordshire) Id be happy to let you come and have a look before you shell out for your own. Saying that, after reading all the reviews on forums etc l was pretty sure it was going to be a good choice.

Very kind, thank you. Been doing some research since posting, and it looks like a very good option, so is probably "the one", but may take you up on it if I need convincing (albeit I'm in Coventry, so not exactly too local but not a million miles away either).