1985 Black Edition with 42k
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Old Timer
not much to show but will add to
As the car only has 41k and is completely original I wont be going crazy or doing anything that isnt reversible back to standard
So firstly was to preserve what I already have so armed with a compressor, gun and big tin of waxoyl I have coated the underside, arch liners out and coated full arches and wings. Will remove doorcards and coat inside the panels next weekend I have spare
Next was more for security than anything else so fitted a period aftermarket wheel and snap off boss
Looks the part but relay 53 is clicking like crazy every time I steer and despite cleaning and regreasing before fitting the new box I've got nasty noises
Next on the list is full service as it has the original fan belt I'm not really trusting the cambelt
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1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
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2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
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85 GTI cabrio 41k
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looks cool and tidy
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Old Timer
All there and original but the seat material has actually fallen apart so is currently covered in Wilkinsons £7 covers at the moment.
But nothing seats, matts and a hoover wont cure
Current rides:
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
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Local Hero
Not a good place to put your axel stands on the front, that bit of metal is hollow and easily crunched, I place mine on the rear wishbone mount, just in front of the anti roll bar and use some old cardboard on top of the stand to stop marking the paint work.
If you do need to place the axel stands where you have put them, if you are removing the wishbones then place a long bit of wood to spread out the load.
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1988 Mk1 Golf GTi Cabriolet 1.8cc DX, K-jet. Daily drive. 317,000 miles and counting
1978 Mk1 Scirocco GLS 1.6cc FR, Webber carb. Weekend toy.
1978 Mk1 Scirocco GLS 1.6cc FR, Webber carb. Weekend toy.
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Old Timer
Yep suspension will be changed before I actually really start driving her properly, the front springs were an advisory on the current mot
Current rides:
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
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thanks
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Old Timer
Not much to report really, all went to plan apart from the leads not feeling like they fitted the plugs quite as well as the old set up but it ran like clock work so must just be paranoia.
Cambelt, tensioner, water pump and fan belt next.
But did manage to fit a missing waistline trim and fit these beauties, back end sits quite nicely but front badly needs bringing down to earth
Current rides:
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
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Local Hero
If so you can very carefully push the metal cap up the ht lead so it makes a better connection.
1988 Mk1 Golf GTi Cabriolet 1.8cc DX, K-jet. Daily drive. 317,000 miles and counting
1978 Mk1 Scirocco GLS 1.6cc FR, Webber carb. Weekend toy.
1978 Mk1 Scirocco GLS 1.6cc FR, Webber carb. Weekend toy.
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Old Timer
The ones I fitted were 7mm bosch leads with the larger holes but the rubber boots seemed really long and quite tight
Current rides:
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
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Local Hero
1988 Mk1 Golf GTi Cabriolet 1.8cc DX, K-jet. Daily drive. 317,000 miles and counting
1978 Mk1 Scirocco GLS 1.6cc FR, Webber carb. Weekend toy.
1978 Mk1 Scirocco GLS 1.6cc FR, Webber carb. Weekend toy.
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Old Timer
Current rides:
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
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WATERNAIR said
Did a few service bits today, fresh oil and filter, new plugs, leads, dizzy and rotor arm.
Not much to report really, all went to plan apart from the leads not feeling like they fitted the plugs quite as well as the old set up but it ran like clock work so must just be paranoia.
Cambelt, tensioner, water pump and fan belt next.
But did manage to fit a missing waistline trim and fit these beauties, back end sits quite nicely but front badly needs bringing down to earth
looks really tidy and original
hears a sneek at mine
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Old Timer
Current rides:
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
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Old Timer
Allegedly only done a few thousand miles but looked scruffy. My old middle box was blowing anyway so it needed changing.
Decided to paint the full system to match the satin black back box, so rubbed it all back and sprayed it all with VHT satin.
Here is a pic of the original system and the jetex as I received it, the right is how now
While under the car I decided the original down pipes would let the rest of the exhaust down so this got the same treatment
Armed with new rubbers and clamps I aim to fit it this weekend, looking for to hearing it running
Current rides:
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
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got mine on the road now
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Old Timer
I also changed the water pump this week and must be the only idiot in history to completely forget to put a thermostat in, oh well all done now
Current rides:
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
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Old Timer
I now have a completely different front end and car is sitting on its Prosport coilovers.
185/45R15's on the front are looking a little lost so going to space out a bit and lower slightly more
Next job is to fit my all red rear lights and Intergrate the fog light into one of the reverse lamps
Last edit: by 1985
Current rides:
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
2003 BMW 330d Manual Saloon Msport
1985 GTI cabriolet black edition (42k miles)
1999 Triumph Daytona 955i Post apocalyptic, rat, brat, scrambler, steam punk, cafe racer
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How's the Prosports working out for you?
Interesting tyre size choice on the front. Do they clear the collars on the coilovers ok? My 195's are very close and I have to keep the front end high just to miss the collar and tyre meeting……
Ian
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