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VWCSA Membership Applications, Renewals & Queries (2018)

Last post by TRY ME « Mon May 07, 2018 3:38 pm
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by Mbuzi » Tue Jan 02, 2018 10:52 am » in Club and Forum Queries

Hi All,

Membership fees for 2018 are as follows:

New Memberships: R300
Renewals: R250 (please note: If your membership has expired for more than 2...

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VAG COM / VCDS Register

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We thought it would be a good idea to provide some sort of meeting point for people who need access to a VCDS cable and people who have one...
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Partsbase.org *Part Number Search*

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by Pieta » Mon Nov 25, 2013 11:28 am
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Don't know if this has been posted before, helped me a lot with part number etc.
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Vw Workshop Manuals

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by Barney » Wed Sep 18, 2013 1:46 am
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So during a normal midnight internet trawling I came across this website that has manuals for pretty much all VW models and instructions on how to do...
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Tue May 15, 2018 12:05 pm
Tyres, wheels, width, J, ET, PCD...

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by Le Clue » Mon Oct 15, 2012 7:47 pm
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Sat Jan 27, 2018 8:25 am
Mythbusters.

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Here are my favorite myths that I see repeated often most of them that has no basis in today's world or never had in the first place - in afrikaans...
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Thu Jan 25, 2018 7:05 pm
FAQ and Using the SEARCH function

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by RoadHaWg » Wed Mar 05, 2008 10:19 am

Guys just a reminder.

A lot of the questions asked here have been discussed in depth before. Just because it is your first time thinking about a...

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Fri Aug 21, 2015 2:39 pm
Directory of essential telephone numbers.

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Topsport Developments
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CRS Midrand
082 894 0947

Oettinger Performance
012 643 1327

Post numbers that guys need...hopefully this...
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Mon Feb 16, 2015 8:03 pm
Golf 3 98

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by Siya G » Fri May 25, 2018 10:15 am

Hello everybody,

I'm having a horrible week with my golf. It first started off not starting every now and then but on Saturday it turned and turned...

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Fri May 25, 2018 10:31 am
Tuning advice for Perfect power

Last post by panic-mechanic « Fri May 25, 2018 6:07 am
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by GT08 » Tue May 22, 2018 7:50 am

Hi Everyone,

Bit of a long winded setup, for those what would like to stay and read, this is about aftermarket EFI tuning and problems with the cold...

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Fri May 25, 2018 6:07 am
mk1 caddy Outer CV help!!

Last post by Huzi022 « Thu May 24, 2018 2:17 pm
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by Huzi022 » Tue May 15, 2018 11:24 am

Cant seem to find an Outer CV anywhere.

Specs:
-Gearbox side
-Short Shaft
-DFQ Gearbox
-Big head Inner
-Small Outer (24 splines on the inside with...

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Thu May 24, 2018 2:17 pm
1981 Vw Mk1 Golf cabriolet Brakes

Last post by SayedMK1 « Wed May 23, 2018 10:18 pm
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by AvesshenG » Mon May 21, 2018 2:40 pm
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My old 1981 Vw Golf Cabriolet brake booster is totalled... I heard a golf mk2 booster will fit bolt on is that true or what other booster can work...
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Wed May 23, 2018 10:18 pm
Mk2 Gearshift Allignment SORTED

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by leeban » Fri Sep 18, 2009 5:47 pm

Thankfully the board is back...

Looking for some assistance. I decided to replace the bushes and Gearbox Linkages on my Gear Shift with the kit...

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Wed May 23, 2018 11:55 am
Vw mk1 brake booster delete question

Last post by AvesshenG « Wed May 23, 2018 10:12 am
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by Kyli3boi » Thu Mar 12, 2015 9:39 pm

Hi gents,

I'm busy with a brake booster delete and I would like to change the master cylinder to have 2 lines for the front brakes and then 1 going...

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Wed May 23, 2018 10:12 am
Polo 9N3 GTI Alloy Wheel Selection

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by PiRACY » Thu May 03, 2018 4:41 pm

Finally getting some OZ Superturismo GT wheels for my Polo 9N3 GTI. It has standard calipers etc, but will soon be running a Bilstein B12 kit which...

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Tue May 22, 2018 7:52 pm
VW Citi FFZ Gearbox whine?

Last post by Werner Viviers « Tue May 22, 2018 6:55 pm
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by Werner Viviers » Sun May 20, 2018 7:37 pm

Hi guys. I just like to know, is it normal for a FFZ 5spd gearbox differential to whine? Reason I'm asking is I recently acquired a 05 Citi 1.4i and...

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Last post by Werner Viviers
Tue May 22, 2018 6:55 pm
1600 & 1800 Heads?

Last post by merlinvenn27 « Tue May 22, 2018 4:15 pm
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by La-Shay Qhuan » Wed Nov 15, 2006 4:40 pm

Hi guys, just a Q'
Are the 1600 & 1800 Cyl. Heads 100% the same?
(Combustion Chamber sizes, Valves sizes, etc?)

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Last post by merlinvenn27
Tue May 22, 2018 4:15 pm
1988 Citi Golf 1.8 Carb NO SPARK:-( HV Engine

Last post by PapaJo « Tue May 22, 2018 2:24 pm
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by Ryandevraj » Mon May 14, 2018 10:03 am

Hey guys

Thank you for having me,

I have had it with my car, im lost I have tried everything possible, I just dont know what more to do. I am...

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Last post by PapaJo
Tue May 22, 2018 2:24 pm
GIULIO SABBATINI AUTO STYLISTS?

Last post by kappafx « Tue May 22, 2018 1:53 pm
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by kappafx » Tue May 22, 2018 12:54 pm

Hi guys

Does Giulio Sabbatini Auto Stylists still exist?

Only read good reviews about them. But to my surprise when I went to Northlands Business...

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Last post by kappafx
Tue May 22, 2018 1:53 pm
Worth fitting VR6 motor in MK1 Golf???

Last post by polo classic123 « Mon May 21, 2018 2:03 pm
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by Donnie Darko » Mon Apr 23, 2012 10:57 am
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I am toying with the idea to fit a VR6 motor into my mk1.
Currently have a 1.8 8v carb.

Is it worth even looking at???

Or do i just fit a...
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Last post by polo classic123
Mon May 21, 2018 2:03 pm
Tyre noise

Last post by NHB_R « Mon May 21, 2018 1:04 pm
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by rudes07 » Thu May 18, 2017 8:02 am

Hi

So, I took my car to an Audi dealership yesterday for noise coming from the left back wheel. I suspected it might be wheel bearings but they said...

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Last post by NHB_R
Mon May 21, 2018 1:04 pm
Golf Mk.2 1.8 8v max rebore?/headwork/crank combo

Last post by panic-mechanic « Mon May 21, 2018 1:00 pm
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by georgecooper06 » Fri May 18, 2018 8:17 pm

Hi guys, i have a 1989 mk2 1.8 gti 8v, and want to get the most out of it that i can, for insurance reasons i cannot change the block, however i can...

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Last post by panic-mechanic
Mon May 21, 2018 1:00 pm
What's the best tyre?

Last post by madracer21 « Sun May 20, 2018 10:09 pm
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by VenomGTI » Mon Oct 24, 2016 9:13 am
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Hi guys I bought a set of 18s 36ET 7,5J rims. I would like to know what's the best tyres.
I am currently running the Bridgestone potenza RE002 on my...
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Last post by madracer21
Sun May 20, 2018 10:09 pm
Lights to come on when opening car via remote.

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by mellos » Tue May 15, 2018 8:19 pm

Good day
I have a 2011 model polo 6R and I want to know if it is possible to program my car
via vagcom for the headlights to come on when opening the...

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Last post by mellos
Fri May 18, 2018 7:40 pm
Citi Ecu shurlock box help needed

Last post by Trump_CitiMK1 « Thu May 17, 2018 4:57 pm
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by Trump_CitiMK1 » Thu May 17, 2018 8:10 am

Hi guys looking for someone that can code new Ecu box to my car my local vw is unable to adapt it

2006 Citi 1.4i
Johannesburg

Sent from my...

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Last post by Trump_CitiMK1
Thu May 17, 2018 4:57 pm
Install VR6 engine in Golf 5

Last post by panic-mechanic « Wed May 16, 2018 1:42 pm
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by pillay_kuben » Wed May 16, 2018 10:25 am

Hi All, new to the forum so please take it easy.
Has anyone installed a 2.8 VR6 engine in a Golf 5. Is this possible?

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Last post by panic-mechanic
Wed May 16, 2018 1:42 pm
Indicators Fault - S3 8L

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by P1LAYA-ZN » Tue May 15, 2018 8:29 am

Good day gents,

So yesterday, I've noticed both my indicators flashes once or twice then stops, however my Hazards work perfectly.
Would this be my...

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Wed May 16, 2018 1:13 pm
Installing Mp9 Fuel pump?

Last post by -=sT3V3=- « Wed May 16, 2018 12:45 pm
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by G-Hopper » Tue Aug 19, 2008 8:43 pm

Just want to check i have my fuel lines set up correct? I have the mp9 pump with one 8mm nozzle coming out the front of the pump and at the back...

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Last post by -=sT3V3=-
Wed May 16, 2018 12:45 pm
How to get my headlights to work on a golf1

Last post by Jetta2 « Wed May 16, 2018 10:12 am
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by vw4eva » Mon Mar 27, 2017 3:21 pm

I checked the fuses , all fine ,
I changed the bulbs , all fine. ( my bright lights work,back lights and brake lights work , but not my normal...

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Last post by Jetta2
Wed May 16, 2018 10:12 am
New Polo - beware the confidence (or seatbelt)

Last post by Howie-WP « Tue May 15, 2018 8:39 pm
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by Howie-WP » Tue May 15, 2018 3:51 pm

Recall teh New Polo.... :troll:

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Tue May 15, 2018 8:39 pm
Polo 6c Thread

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Last post by Jet Li
Tue May 15, 2018 8:11 am
2004 Caddy speedo not working

Last post by PapaJo « Mon May 14, 2018 10:54 pm
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by Armand » Sat May 05, 2018 9:42 pm

Hi, can anyone help with advice on what to check, it is as if the speedo is pluged out at the gearbox, speedo not working and feul gauge fluctuating,...

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Last post by PapaJo
Mon May 14, 2018 10:54 pm
Std dicktator not getting a strong enough pulse

Last post by PapaJo « Mon May 14, 2018 5:42 pm
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by Wade8701 » Mon Apr 30, 2018 4:49 pm

Hi guys I have a 8valve golf and need some help...my car was running before I stripped it now I have been trying to start my car and when I check for...

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Last post by PapaJo
Mon May 14, 2018 5:42 pm
Leon FR wiper blades

Last post by G10 « Mon May 14, 2018 8:32 am
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by G10 » Thu May 10, 2018 1:42 pm

Hi Guys

Need to replace the wipers on the Leon, bosch didnt have any that fitted, and vw wants R1100 for a set!

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Mon May 14, 2018 8:32 am
Starter Motors - Are they the same?

Last post by PapaJo « Sun May 13, 2018 8:57 pm
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by Dust » Thu Dec 11, 2003 7:47 am

Hi All,

Is the starter motor off the Mk2 1.8 Carb CSX the same as the starter off the 2.0 16V?

Thanks in advance,
Dustin

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Last post by PapaJo
Sun May 13, 2018 8:57 pm
k jet problems

Last post by panic-mechanic « Sun May 13, 2018 6:01 pm
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by Gti k jet » Sat Mar 17, 2018 12:01 am

Howzit guys . I am new to this site so i do apologise if this is not posted in the right place.
I have a golf 2 gti with k jet sistem on.
Now she...

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Last post by panic-mechanic
Sun May 13, 2018 6:01 pm
60-2 Diktator wiring diagram vw 1800

Last post by PapaJo « Sat May 12, 2018 12:41 pm
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by Tshepofuks » Sat Apr 21, 2018 3:29 pm

Good day, I need help wiring my Diktator kindly assist

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Last post by PapaJo
Sat May 12, 2018 12:41 pm
Custom turn down exhaust tips

Last post by ☆KalaMK3 « Fri May 11, 2018 5:44 pm
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by Polow27 » Wed May 09, 2018 6:08 pm

Hey All,

Can someone point me in the right direction to have these exhaust tips made to fit a polo around JNB as per the link below:

I just want...

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Last post by ☆KalaMK3
Fri May 11, 2018 5:44 pm
Vag com for citi golf?

Last post by Werner Viviers « Fri May 11, 2018 1:56 pm
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by Werner Viviers » Thu May 10, 2018 9:14 pm

Hi guys. I want to be able to do a throttle adaptation and set the timing on my 2005 citi 1.4i. My citi idles a bit high now that I have cleaned the...

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Last post by Werner Viviers
Fri May 11, 2018 1:56 pm
Heatercore bypass help needed

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by Jasondj » Fri May 11, 2018 10:29 am

Hi all

Over the weekend i helped a buddy with his golf. We bypassed hes heatercore as it was leaking a crap load into the car. We searched high and...

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Last post by Howie-WP
Fri May 11, 2018 12:40 pm
golf 7 six speed gearbox faulty syncro

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by micky69 » Fri May 11, 2018 11:36 am

hi im michael .retired mercedes technician from 1970......... my son got a golf 7gti 6 speed 53000km ,, few weeks ago gears jammed in neutral,..........

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Fri May 11, 2018 11:36 am
Vw Golf Mk1 fuel tank

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by merantz » Thu Feb 08, 2018 8:20 am

Is it possible for a Golf Mk1 carburetor type fuel tank work on a MP9 injection. I cannot get hold of an injection tank. Is there a modification that...

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Last post by -=sT3V3=-
Thu May 10, 2018 9:54 am
polo power steering problems

Last post by Stef98 « Thu May 10, 2018 8:22 am
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by shaney-gti » Fri Mar 02, 2012 11:02 am
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Hi guys can any1 help me with regards to the problem i am experiencing with my power steering on my polo gti.

The power steering light comes on...
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Thu May 10, 2018 8:22 am
VW citi 1.4i no fuel tank filter?

Last post by Werner Viviers « Wed May 09, 2018 5:57 pm

by Werner Viviers » Wed May 09, 2018 5:57 pm

Hi guys. Just a quick question. Is there no filter or mesh between the fuel tank and fuel pump? I've had a look under the car today and it seems like...

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Last post by Werner Viviers
Wed May 09, 2018 5:57 pm
Parts ordered from Amazon - your views

Last post by Torker « Wed May 09, 2018 1:05 pm
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by Dale » Wed May 09, 2018 8:56 am

I have recently got a quote from VW on a new timing chain and tensioner - R2800.

I have searched for an alternative on amazon which came up with a...

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Last post by Torker
Wed May 09, 2018 1:05 pm
Philips hid conversion for Mk6 GTi with halogen h/lights

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by Blazer2554 » Wed May 09, 2018 11:50 am

Hi Guys & Girls. Did any of you try to fit an HID kit to the mk6 gti with halogen headlights.I bought the clips for the H7 bulb, but is still...

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Last post by Le Clue
Wed May 09, 2018 12:17 pm
ABF intake colour change

Last post by PapaJo « Wed May 09, 2018 1:20 am
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by Armand » Tue May 08, 2018 11:25 pm

Hi guys, can anyone advise me what is the correct way going about putting some colour on a ABF intake, should it be sprayed or powder coated, thanks...

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Wed May 09, 2018 1:20 am
2011 Caddy Dash fan

Last post by subyjo « Tue May 08, 2018 3:02 pm

by subyjo » Tue May 08, 2018 3:02 pm

Seems the Caddy's fan only works on full blast 1-3 makes no difference, any ideas?

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Tue May 08, 2018 3:02 pm
VW jetta 5, 2007, 2.0T

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by scottysa » Tue May 08, 2018 2:52 pm

Good day, i would just like to inquire if this is correct. I had my catylic converters removed, had a 76mm into 63mm down pipe. The original back...

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Last post by scottysa
Tue May 08, 2018 2:52 pm
Solid (single mass) flywheel on AAL 16v motor

Last post by Oki « Tue May 08, 2018 7:06 am
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by Oki » Mon May 07, 2018 8:45 pm

Hi guys, which solid flywheel (210mm) will bolt up to a AAL 16 VALVE crankshaft? I appreciate your inputs.

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Last post by Oki
Tue May 08, 2018 7:06 am
Hi guys I have a 2006 polo 1.6 and my right rear door won't open, with the key nor with the handle, any suggestions?

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by Kribz » Mon May 07, 2018 7:35 pm

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Tue May 08, 2018 3:03 am

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