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by essextom
Mon Jun 13, 2022 11:21 am
Forum: Mk2 Scirocco
Topic: Clutch pedal
Replies: 2
Views: 510

Re: Clutch pedal

ive probably got one. message me- 07917844456
by essextom
Mon Jun 13, 2022 11:20 am
Forum: Mk2 Scirocco
Topic: Getting through tyres once a month
Replies: 3
Views: 492

Re: Getting through tyres once a month

coilovers shouldnt effect the tracking. and camber is via the lower camber bolts so i dont really understand why the coilovers being seized (guess the height adjustment collars) prevents the tracking to be sorted. coilovers are good, you just need to get a decent set. do you know what coilovers you ...
by essextom
Tue May 24, 2022 10:10 am
Forum: Electrical
Topic: speedo needle trousers
Replies: 1
Views: 749

Re: speedo needle trousers

most likely the cable. check its attached properly at both ends
by essextom
Mon May 23, 2022 9:36 am
Forum: Projects and Restoration
Topic: GT2 2.08V mini project (youtube)
Replies: 5
Views: 1859

Re: GT2 2.08V mini project (youtube)

Thought i should update on the progress to the gt2. There is a YouTube series I've made for this which you can see here- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtoApB3hNmOlzhK3tDfTW_Q but in general this is what I've been up to- The car has had a few repairs to the rear qtrs. before with the paint repairs...
by essextom
Thu May 19, 2022 3:38 pm
Forum: Part number queries and NOW translation queries too
Topic: GTX Driveshafts
Replies: 6
Views: 1001

Re: GTX Driveshafts

you spoke to mark at classic vw? https://www.classic-vw.co.uk/ he should be able to help
by essextom
Thu May 12, 2022 9:17 am
Forum: Bodywork, Trim and Paint
Topic: Door hinges
Replies: 2
Views: 851

Re: Door hinges

have a look at how the classic vw beetles remove theirs, they use some kinda press/ tool which might work.
by essextom
Thu Apr 28, 2022 1:32 pm
Forum: Running Gear
Topic: Gear Linkage
Replies: 5
Views: 811

Re: Gear Linkage

replace all the bushings using a kit like this.

https://www.classic-vw.co.uk/mk1-golf-5 ... 5436-p.asp
by essextom
Tue Apr 26, 2022 11:42 am
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Instrument Cluster Removal Mk2
Replies: 21
Views: 2081

Re: Instrument Cluster Removal Mk2

its easiest to remove the wheel, only takes a few mins to do. youll also need to remove the parcel shelf from below, again only a few screws, only takes a few miins to do.
by essextom
Wed Apr 13, 2022 2:16 pm
Forum: Links and Tuners
Topic: Another Rare Auto!
Replies: 6
Views: 1305

Re: Another Rare Auto!

that doesnt look too bad.
by essextom
Mon Apr 04, 2022 9:28 am
Forum: Fueling and Exhaust
Topic: Exhaust Co2 content
Replies: 25
Views: 2316

Re: Exhaust Co2 content

glad you got it mot'd but if i were you id be looking for a new mot station.
by essextom
Mon Mar 28, 2022 2:39 pm
Forum: Mk2 Scirocco
Topic: Oldest mk2 in the UK?
Replies: 3
Views: 787

Re: Oldest mk2 in the UK?

looks a bit damp inside and that dash is knackered. i think 2500 is a bit steep. interesting car though
by essextom
Mon Mar 28, 2022 10:29 am
Forum: Bodywork, Trim and Paint
Topic: Front wing removal
Replies: 1
Views: 783

Re: Front wing removal

you can use a wire windscreen removal tool. or i generally use a flat knife and a hammer
by essextom
Wed Feb 16, 2022 11:53 am
Forum: Running Gear
Topic: Auto Box - Oil Change
Replies: 19
Views: 1515

Re: Auto Box - Oil Change

The picking label on the item in his ebay listing suggests he sources from here: https://www.volkswagen-classic-parts.com/catalog/en_uk/part/010321361F?ct=3&q=010321361F His price is competitive, so I'm guessing he gets a good trade discount. ah thats all good then. ive an account with classic ...
by essextom
Wed Feb 16, 2022 7:48 am
Forum: Running Gear
Topic: Auto Box - Oil Change
Replies: 19
Views: 1515

Re: Auto Box - Oil Change

has your gearbox sump turned up yet?

ive ordered stuff from some suppliers before who list every single vw part number but dont actually have half of the parts.