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Re: AKS Tuning (vRSAlex)
« Reply #30 on: August 28, 2012, 12:09:59 pm »
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Shiny black painted roof to match the B-pillars would look good, I reckon.
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Re: AKS Tuning (vRSAlex)
« Reply #31 on: August 28, 2012, 12:41:04 pm »
It is gloss black already isn't it?
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Re: AKS Tuning (vRSAlex)
« Reply #32 on: August 28, 2012, 03:43:53 pm »
Quote from: Cupra R on August 28, 2012, 12:41:04 pm
It is gloss black already isn't it?

Yup  :happy2: that's right Rich

Can just about see the roof here

« Last Edit: August 28, 2012, 03:49:50 pm by Tfsi_Mike »
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Re: AKS Tuning (vRSAlex)
« Reply #33 on: August 28, 2012, 04:11:51 pm »
Yeah, thought it was Mike.

Some great shots of your car on this thread.
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Re: AKS Tuning (vRSAlex)
« Reply #34 on: August 28, 2012, 04:21:39 pm »
On this thread?

Back on topic Hurrah for the service recieved at AKS  :pomppomp:
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Re: AKS Tuning (vRSAlex)
« Reply #35 on: August 28, 2012, 05:09:54 pm »
Quote from: Tfsi_Mike on August 28, 2012, 04:21:39 pm
On this thread?

Back on topic Hurrah for the service recieved at AKS  :pomppomp:

This thread and many others  :happy2:
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Re: AKS Tuning (vRSAlex)
« Reply #36 on: September 09, 2012, 10:14:34 am »
I can only echo the comments made about Alex, very impressed with his service and will be back soon for a few more bits doing on the car. Definitely worth the 1 and half drive from Essex  :drinking:
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Re: AKS Tuning (vRSAlex)
« Reply #37 on: October 04, 2012, 08:08:45 pm »
Big thanks to Alex for the loan of a hub whilst I get my brakes sorted.  :happy2:

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Re: AKS Tuning (vRSAlex)
« Reply #38 on: October 10, 2012, 01:42:48 pm »
Massive thanks to Alex :drinking:

Car was feeling very sluggish and power would cut out occasionally when I put my foot down. This is the reason I went with a specialist as I wanted to source the problem and mentioned it to him on arrival.

Alex knew what it was right away and indeed the cam follower was worn through and the inlet cam shaft was f*cked. Having done one previously Alex ordered the parts right away and worked on it overnight / early morning to ensure I have it for work the following day. Side cover gasket and rocker cover gasket were also changed.

It was a 70 mile trip (140 round) to Alex so I had to leave my car overnight with him and booked a hire car to get home whilst he worked on it. Alex dropped me to Europe car where I picked up a Corsa 1.2 petrol  :rolleye: and also picked me up the next day. Nothing was too much hassle. Also got to sit shotgun in the VRS :driver:  :laugh:

The drive home in my car was fun? (major understatement) It feels like new! no more diesal rattle which I was getting before and pulling through well on every gear like never before. I honestly felt like it had been remapped as the power delivery was so much smoother and better than before due to not getting the correct fuel requirements?

Recommend anyone to travel abit and ensure the work gets done properly with someone who knows there stuff well is and just about as interested in the health of your car as you are! Will definately be going back if/when I require more work done.

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Re: AKS Tuning (vRSAlex)
« Reply #39 on: October 10, 2012, 05:36:34 pm »
worth the trip out all day long mate. my car won't be seeing anyone else. i highly doubt there's a better guy out there
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Re: AKS Tuning (vRSAlex)
« Reply #40 on: October 10, 2012, 07:05:28 pm »
340 mile round trip for me, had to do it twice to drop and then pick up. Would happily do it again for the service and help  :happy2:
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Re: AKS Tuning (vRSAlex)
« Reply #41 on: October 10, 2012, 07:37:39 pm »
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340 mile round trip is what I used to do when VWR had their workshop. Alex is nearby but I'm very happy going to JKM which is a 180 mile round trip. If JKM weren't around I expect I would go to Alex @ AKS. I think they offer similar services - Small independents with exceptional experience and expertise.
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Re: AKS Tuning (vRSAlex)
« Reply #42 on: December 04, 2012, 09:21:43 pm »
Another bump for Alex at AKS. Sorted out my oil/gearbox oil/brake fluid, and helped sort out my door (which had been shut for six months and refused to open), as well as putting up with my muppetry. :pomppomp:
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Re: AKS Tuning (vRSAlex)
« Reply #43 on: December 04, 2012, 09:31:38 pm »
Another thanks to alex too.... fitted a Columbus Sat Nav to my friends Octavia VRS170... next up is Bluetooth kit and Revo Stage 1.  :driver:
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Re: AKS Tuning (vRSAlex)
« Reply #44 on: December 04, 2012, 09:46:20 pm »
Quote from: stealthwolf on December 04, 2012, 09:21:43 pm
Another bump for Alex at AKS. Sorted out my oil/gearbox oil/brake fluid, and helped sort out my door (which had been shut for six months and refused to open), as well as putting up with my muppetry. :pomppomp:

Such a random result on the door mate!  :happy2:
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