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VWCSA Membership Applications, Renewals & Queries (2018)

Last post by oomvic74 « Sun Apr 08, 2018 4:45 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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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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Tue May 22, 2018 4:15 pm
1988 Citi Golf 1.8 Carb NO SPARK:-( HV Engine

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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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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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Hi Guys

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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Mon May 21, 2018 1:04 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
swooping a 4 speed 2 a 5 speed gearbox

Last post by PapaJo « Sat May 19, 2018 1:49 pm
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by speedfreex » Wed May 16, 2018 11:56 am

Hi guys

Got a 1.3 4speed golf want to swop it with a 1.6 5speed carb or 2l 8v mp9 n 5 speed gearbox

Which will be the best conversion to do and the...

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Last post by PapaJo
Sat May 19, 2018 1:49 pm
Lights to come on when opening car via remote.

Last post by mellos « Fri May 18, 2018 7:40 pm
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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
Vw citi golf radiater fan won't come on when car is hot

Last post by PapaJo « Fri May 18, 2018 1:40 am
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by AhmedDoc » Wed May 16, 2018 2:48 pm

My vw golf radiater fan won't come on when car is hot but it works when I put the aircon what could be da problem. I have to refill water every odd...

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Last post by PapaJo
Fri May 18, 2018 1:40 am
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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Last post by P1LAYA-ZN
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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Last post by Howie-WP
Tue May 15, 2018 8:39 pm
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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Last post by G10
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

Last post by Howie-WP « Fri May 11, 2018 12:40 pm
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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

Last post by micky69 « Fri May 11, 2018 11:36 am

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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Last post by micky69
Fri May 11, 2018 11:36 am
Vw Golf Mk1 fuel tank

Last post by -=sT3V3=- « Thu May 10, 2018 9:54 am
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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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Last post by Stef98
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

Last post by Le Clue « Wed May 09, 2018 12:17 pm
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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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Last post by PapaJo
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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Last post by subyjo
Tue May 08, 2018 3:02 pm
VW jetta 5, 2007, 2.0T

Last post by scottysa « Tue May 08, 2018 2:52 pm

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?

Last post by dannyc « Tue May 08, 2018 3:03 am
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by Kribz » Mon May 07, 2018 7:35 pm

:fear:

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Tue May 08, 2018 3:03 am
side drafts on a 1.8 cti vw engine

Last post by PapaJo « Mon May 07, 2018 2:56 pm
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by CeeJayy » Sat May 05, 2018 11:45 pm

Hi Guys I have 2questions I would like to ask .

1: I have a 1.8 cti engine the kjet one but I'm running 40 twin webers on them I had my head port...

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Last post by PapaJo
Mon May 07, 2018 2:56 pm
Cupra Front Spoiler/Lip

Last post by Ashveer03 « Mon May 07, 2018 11:53 am
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by CoalWorld23 » Sun May 06, 2018 10:23 am

Whatsup Guys,

Can anyone tell me where i can get the Seat Cupra front Spoiler/lip?

VW or is it from an aftermarket place?

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Last post by Ashveer03
Mon May 07, 2018 11:53 am
Mk4 gti pump

Last post by panic-mechanic « Sun May 06, 2018 7:48 pm
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by ☆KalaMK3 » Fri May 04, 2018 8:42 pm

Does anyone have the wiring diagram of the mk4 pump. Retrofitted it to my mk3 and the float doesn't read. Any info will be highly appreciated

Sent...

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Last post by panic-mechanic
Sun May 06, 2018 7:48 pm
DIY TOW BAR FOR POLO 9N

Last post by TheBlacksmith « Sun May 06, 2018 5:52 pm
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by silver9 » Mon Sep 15, 2014 8:48 am

Hi everyone i made tow bar for my Polo and yes i know it has to be SABS TEST it is just for my bicycle holder and not for towing . But it could easy...

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Last post by TheBlacksmith
Sun May 06, 2018 5:52 pm
torque settings (engine)for polo vivo 2012 /1.6 / 16v

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by jerome1 » Sat May 05, 2018 11:53 pm

please can someone assist of all torque settings

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Sat May 05, 2018 11:53 pm
Loose strut problem?

Last post by Werner Viviers « Sat May 05, 2018 7:32 pm

by Werner Viviers » Sat May 05, 2018 7:32 pm

Hi guys. I have a problem with my '05 citi golf. Both front struts got vertical play in the strut mounts, I first thought that it might be the nuts...

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Last post by Werner Viviers
Sat May 05, 2018 7:32 pm
Volvo Engine Error Code Scan. HELP

Last post by arsonist « Sat May 05, 2018 6:19 am
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by arsonist » Fri May 04, 2018 11:04 pm

Hi.

I know there are one or two guys here that have Volvos. Just looking for anybody that can run a scan on two Volvos. Both are S40's and both...

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Sat May 05, 2018 6:19 am
To retorque or not to retorque head bolts after 1000 kms.

Last post by mellos « Sat May 05, 2018 5:38 am
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by mellos » Thu May 03, 2018 9:27 pm

Good day
I just want to find out if it is necessary to retorque head bolts after 1000 kms
and if it is needed what would the procedure be.
Some say...

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Last post by mellos
Sat May 05, 2018 5:38 am
Jetta cli 16v starter wiring

Last post by panic-mechanic « Fri May 04, 2018 8:25 pm
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by hennie71 » Fri May 04, 2018 9:52 am

Hey guys.

I've got a stock standard jetta 1.8 16v. The starter's solenoid has two spade connectors. One is the signal from the ignition switch and...

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Last post by panic-mechanic
Fri May 04, 2018 8:25 pm
Golf 4 Tdi Diesel Pump Repairs

Last post by panic-mechanic « Fri May 04, 2018 12:29 pm
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by drelouw » Thu May 03, 2018 6:11 pm

Hi Guys

Not sure am I'm at the correct forum, but I'm looking for someone to assist with repair of a diesel pump on a Golf 4 Tdi at the cheapest...

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Last post by panic-mechanic
Fri May 04, 2018 12:29 pm
K-Jetronic Fuel Mixture Settings

Last post by micky69 « Fri May 04, 2018 12:25 pm
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by GTI'er » Tue Oct 21, 2008 3:24 pm

Hi All,

My Car is overfuelling as some stupid mechanic went to turn on the fuel adjustment screws; the four screws which are at the top of the MK2...

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Last post by micky69
Fri May 04, 2018 12:25 pm
golf 7 gti six speed gearbox jammed in neutral then no 5th-6thgear

Last post by panic-mechanic « Fri May 04, 2018 11:56 am
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by micky69 » Thu May 03, 2018 3:57 pm

golf 7 gti 6 speed , got stuck in neutral car 53000km towed dealer out of warranty, got car back with 2000 rand acc dirty marks all over , and car...

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Fri May 04, 2018 11:56 am
2005 citi 1.4i fuel pump and steering column issues.

Last post by Werner Viviers « Thu May 03, 2018 7:46 pm
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by Werner Viviers » Wed May 02, 2018 12:35 pm

Hi guys. I recently bought a 2005 Citi 1.4i and I'm hearing a very noticeable buzzing sound from the rear of the car while running. It seems like...

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Last post by Werner Viviers
Thu May 03, 2018 7:46 pm
Golf 1 window winder not working

Last post by OettingerTDi « Thu May 03, 2018 12:39 pm
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by Oshy » Wed May 02, 2018 2:13 pm

Hi guys my Citi Xcite 2009 , driver window wont go up or down ive stripped the door card and found that the wire attached to the window is still...

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Last post by OettingerTDi
Thu May 03, 2018 12:39 pm
fuel problems

Last post by panic-mechanic « Thu May 03, 2018 10:28 am
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by old school 8v » Tue May 01, 2018 8:42 pm

hi guys new to the forum loving the advice and dedication. I have a old school 2l 8v ady with management car started nothing and holding back power...

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Thu May 03, 2018 10:28 am

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