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VR6Pete

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  1. Back in the day, Awesome GTI sold the lower temp fan switch and thermostat.
  2. So the scroll is looking good ! Got my spacers now for dual idlers. Next on the list is to sort the other spacer And also waiting on sump to arrive Getting boost intake made up in stainless as mine has seen better days.
  3. Will let you know. Not sure what length I actually need yet [emoji23]
  4. I don't think golf ones can be used. I had to get a Corrado one when mine packed up. Please post a thread in the "wanted" section of the forum
  5. Welcome Dave! Maybe best to post in the wanted section?
  6. Will throw in a cheeky 15 quid offer? [emoji23]
  7. Cheers mate. Once I get it bolted up I'll have an idea of what size I need!
  8. And moving up swiftly to stage 2! Boost! Picked up a Vortech V1 cheap as chips with dual idler setup. Was missing a few bits from the kit such as idler pulley spacers, longer alternator bolts and charger mount spacer. I have knowledge, helpful friends and contacts so no problem! A friend in the USA provided the info I need and a helpful member with a lathe in the UK made up alternator spacers (result)! I removed the case from the charger which is currently down at the polishers getting polished, can't wait see it ! Just need to nip to the thread shop pick up 115mm alternator bolts and that'
  9. Soooo then guys. Been a while since my last update. Engine is now run in ( yay ) and feels really strong on the road. Passed MOT last month without issue and was planning take on holiday to Cornwall. After giving it a once over, I noticed the water pump bearing had gone (great!) so replaced that and I thought we were good to go! Or so I thought! Set off at 4am and drove 100 yards before it broke down. Lovely! Clifford alarm decided to immobilise the car which was great! Couldn't get it going properly and managed to limp it back home and pack my other car. 2 weeks later I got back home a
  10. Ha. You'll need a longer torx for that bad boy [emoji106]
  11. Got 380cc to go in [emoji106]
  12. Quick note to advise Club Camping is available for VW Action taking place Friday 21st Aug - Sunday 23rd Aug 2015 @ SantaPod Raceway! This is a great opportunity to kick back and not worry about cleaning your car as this event is purely for your enjoyment with all things VW, dubs, camping and getting to know other club members! Let us know if you would like to camp so we can put your name on the list! 1. hvr6 2. VR6Nat 3. TheGoth
  13. VR6Pete

    Hi

    Hello from the UK! A big welcome to our forum get some photos up in our members ride section mate you are probably best creating a new post relating to the performance / tuning question in the appropriate forum section.
  14. Got a V1 vortech ready to install mate [emoji106]
  15. We have club camping there again this year. more than welcome to come and join us? That goes for anyone attending! more the merrier. Pete
  16. cheers mate, Hopefully a good price They go for 40 quid on ebay (new) but don't really want to buy a new one if I can avoid!
  17. Hi everyone, I am after a standard sump for my VR6. Please post up photos and asking price. I need this for my Supercharger install and intend on tapping and welding as opposed to conventional tapping of the sump only to minimize risk of leaks. Thanks. Pete
  18. Looking forward to seeing LOTS of photos of our club cars
  19. Welcome to the mad house mate
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