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08-11-2018, 12:20 PM

13 started a thread Shielding Gas in VW discussion

I have been using Hobbyweld for 8 odd years, but both my bottles are empty which has prompted a gas review! I blast through the smaller Hobby...

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24-10-2018, 12:56 PM

dale p started a thread tdi lack of power in Engine

hi guys this is a strange one as no codes coming up whatsoever and literally one min it can drive perfect then the nxt it way down on power ive...

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12-11-2018, 08:28 PM

Tdpete started a thread 1.9td injector lines, 1.6td T3 turbo, turantula wheel in Wanted

Hi I'm after the injector lines/pipes to fit an aaz and the T3 turbo that came with the 1.6td in working order. Also I need one turantula alloy...

7 replies | 188 view(s)

04-11-2018, 07:17 PM

Elroy started a thread Stuff for sale in Parts and Accesories For Sale

Right guys n gals, it’s time to flog some stuff that’s surplus to requirements, all parts are not including postage. I’d prefer collection of parts,...

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05-11-2018, 08:23 PM

rosssei started a thread Rear Arch Spats in Bodywork and Related Trim

Hi all, I am looking to fit rear arch spats to my Caddy. I can't track down the genuine VW ones so am looking at ordering the Mk1 Golf versions....

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21-10-2018, 04:28 PM

dale p started a thread config c/l to receiver in Electrical

hi guys I had this working onec put new batts in key fob but all of a sudden stopped again any insight would be helpful cheers

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25-10-2018, 06:29 PM

B1G VR started a thread Free argonshield bottle empty in Parts and Accesories For Sale

Collection only from UB10 Uxbridge

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12-11-2018, 01:16 PM

jregcaddy started a thread golf mk1 5 speed diesel gearbox in Parts and Accesories For Sale

I have one of these that is surplus to my requirements it worked fine when removed from a 1.6 diesel golf £50 collected from Rotherham contact on...

0 replies | 76 view(s)

12-11-2018, 01:13 PM

jregcaddy started a thread Caddy mk1 rear brake back plates in Parts and Accesories For Sale

I have a pair of these, they are listed as no longer available I already have a spare pair so these are up for sale £50 the pair plus post or...

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Today, 01:02 PM

marc7 replied to a thread My 1st caddy (project) in Caddy Build Projects

Haha I wish still a way off Started on body work now try get some primer on it

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Today, 12:43 PM

fuus replied to a thread My 1st caddy (project) in Caddy Build Projects

Cracking, MOT looming then?

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Today, 11:47 AM

marc7 replied to a thread My 1st caddy (project) in Caddy Build Projects

yh pal starts n runs a lad in north yorks did it for me

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Today, 10:58 AM

fuus replied to a thread My 1st caddy (project) in Caddy Build Projects

Looking good Marc! Getting there now. Is the loom done?

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Today, 09:57 AM

marc7 replied to a thread My 1st caddy (project) in Caddy Build Projects

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Today, 09:56 AM

marc7 replied to a thread My 1st caddy (project) in Caddy Build Projects

couple of pics on a bit more work done

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Yesterday, 10:43 AM

Tdpete replied to a thread 1.9td injector lines, 1.6td T3 turbo, turantula wheel in Wanted

Webb and guz I've pm-d you ��

7 replies | 188 view(s)

18-11-2018, 10:36 AM

Nick-Nack replied to a thread Al's MK1 VR6 Turbo (Back in the game!) in Caddy Build Projects

i was just talking out my ass, waiting for someone to correct me, nobody talks about handling so it's one way to get started. If it doesnt handle...

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18-11-2018, 12:28 AM

DMF666 replied to a thread Al's MK1 VR6 Turbo (Back in the game!) in Caddy Build Projects

Used sport springs will be knackered. They are 30 years old nearly....anyway I know nothing. More pictures al please...!

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18-11-2018, 12:25 AM

Al replied to a thread Al's MK1 VR6 Turbo (Back in the game!) in Caddy Build Projects

The travel is no different to standard shocks. Just because the shock body is longer in design, doesnt mean it has more travel! And the rear leaf...

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17-11-2018, 10:48 PM

Nick-Nack replied to a thread Al's MK1 VR6 Turbo (Back in the game!) in Caddy Build Projects

track days, building a friends integra race car, will see if i can stick with him on track (probably not engine only 160hp max) :(

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17-11-2018, 10:47 PM

Nick-Nack replied to a thread Al's MK1 VR6 Turbo (Back in the game!) in Caddy Build Projects

i did make my shackles adjustable to raise it up slightly, or i could make more drop plates with much less drop, hopefully the gaz dampers i got give...

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17-11-2018, 10:17 PM

fuus replied to a thread Al's MK1 VR6 Turbo (Back in the game!) in Caddy Build Projects

Most forum members will be running standard springs with an axle flip giving circa 100mm / 4 inches of lowering. I.e. less lowering than yours ...

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17-11-2018, 09:59 PM

Elroy replied to a thread Al's MK1 VR6 Turbo (Back in the game!) in Caddy Build Projects

Will you really, What you got planned?

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17-11-2018, 09:36 PM

Nick-Nack replied to a thread Al's MK1 VR6 Turbo (Back in the game!) in Caddy Build Projects

standard axle, sport springs with extended axle plates and drop plates so 20mm wider, now that i think about it, i'll be dropping the caddy about...

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17-11-2018, 09:29 PM

fuus replied to a thread Al's MK1 VR6 Turbo (Back in the game!) in Caddy Build Projects

so you're going to have yours raised up like a trophy truck so you can have meter long shocks? The track is going to be identical if you use...

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17-11-2018, 08:31 PM

Nick-Nack replied to a thread Al's MK1 VR6 Turbo (Back in the game!) in Caddy Build Projects

with axle flip comes the need for shorter shocks, thus lowering suspension travel by a lot. As for shortened axle, yes, it will be more grip, but...

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17-11-2018, 08:03 PM

lumberjack23 replied to a thread Al's MK1 VR6 Turbo (Back in the game!) in Caddy Build Projects

Love this Al, look forward to seeing the finished product

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17-11-2018, 07:10 PM

Al replied to a thread Al's MK1 VR6 Turbo (Back in the game!) in Caddy Build Projects

My VR6 turbo is not for bouncing around in ;)

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17-11-2018, 06:53 PM

fuus replied to a thread Al's MK1 VR6 Turbo (Back in the game!) in Caddy Build Projects

Nick-Nack I'm not really sure what you're on about.... Without lowering blocks there is plenty of suspension travel to play with on the back of...

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17-11-2018, 06:09 PM

Nick-Nack replied to a thread Al's MK1 VR6 Turbo (Back in the game!) in Caddy Build Projects

looks good, but only really useful for someone who wants a low caddy and no suspension travel. would be nice to have some sort of bolt in coilover...

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