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Hi there. I was wondering if any of you guys can give me a bit of advice. Myself and business partner are looking to purchase the new version of VAGCOM from the main site as I have heard they are the best for cables ect as we nees it for everyday workshop diagnostics. We also need a laptop but...

hi i have been thinking of getting a boost and oil temp gauge fitted to my LCR mk1, but the pods on ebay look crap. does anyone know where i can buy a decent pod for a reasonable price??? regards bash

Ok I have the following mods: AP Coilovers Cupra Bushes SuperPro Front Poly Bushes Forge Front Strut Brace Whiteline Rear Anti Roll Bar But I'll be quite honest...I've never been impressed with the handling. It still can't come close to my old go-kart Corsa setup...but it's getting...

Im after a spare rocker cover to paint, will this one fit a cupra 16v ABF engine? Link If not, anyone know of one? Thanks, Kyle

Hi all, Been searching Ebay for a while to find some decent coilovers, for a reasonable price. I've narrowed it down to two sets, Jamex, and another brand i have never heard before, UKno.1. I was wondering what it is that makes coilovers better or worse? In comparision to these two...

So after getting my car back from the body shop after some clown went into the side of my the second day i had it im ready to spend some cash. I.C.E I have a nice alpine HU on the way but im looking for some door and rear speakers what do people recommend , the tweaters sound ok to me is it...

I have been trying to get the rear near side alloy off today and am baffled as to why it wont come off. I have taken all five bolts out and removed the centre cap, given it a tug almost pulling it off the jack and given it a gentle kick all the way round but no luck. :confused: Just wondering...

hi when i got my car i have been told that it has had a remap, im sure its running at 265bhp from the 210 standard and boosts ok, just wondering as i dont know who mapped it, would it be a good idea to take it somewhere to give it the once over?? would they still charge me for a remap price...

Just a quick one, the cupras going into the garage on Tuesday to have its wishbones, balljoints and tie rod ends done. I ordered the tie rod ends from euro car parts: Right side...

hello how is everyone? right i dont want a big spec only a small ish spec. ive been looking at just a stage 1 map for the cupra by revo but im now thinking about a k03s hybrid but i didnt realy want to spend alot what other parts would i need with the k03s? is it pretty...

Howdy Guys! I'm nearly at enough post to show you a pic of the missus' new Ibiza (which has been named Bella for some reason!) Now Being male I havent done the old X-mas shopping yet and one of her niggles with the new motor is no Ipod connection for her I phone! So I was looking at...

Hi Guys. I have been browsing the forums for a couple of months now, having recently bought my first LCR. So far quite pleased with the car, although the excess pollution light has just come on. Have noticed recently a dip in power in low revs for a split second. Booked into the dealer so see...

anyone bought the halfords versions of the karcher? am thinking of buying one but dont know was thinkin of getting the hp2000 any feed back / reckomendations appreciated

Hi folks i have 06 plate cupra tdi it has a tuning box in it from when i bought it, The last owner reckons it was about 180bhp im not to sure of it, just feels like it has a major boost from about 1500rpm to 2500rpm then nothing. would a remap be a better option and would i feel a difference...

I need a cylinder head for my ibiza cupra mk3 its a 2001 model I was trying to get it repaired for as cheap as possible so thought gettinbg a second hand head would be my best option but im not sure which ones will fit could someone help me out with a part number so that I can match one up or...

Hi all, I have owned my MK3 Ibiza Cupra for 12 months now. The car is completly standard and am have a good 12 months motoring. However I now want to start changing a few bits and bobs on it now. Please can I have some advice on lowering and wheel spaceing. For the moment I just want a...

As the title says.....:confused: Looks pretty tight in the engine bay.....have removed the intake pipe to get better access to tensioner and alternator but still unable to fathem out how to take alternator off?? Any tips, advice or general info would be really greatfuly rec'd guys - need...

Hi all, Im still a newbie to the site, but very happy ive finally got my hands on my ride, its a 1.6 5 door in lumina orange, im looking to have the rims sprayed in gloss black, been quoted £150 for all 4 wheels and perhaps the wing mirrors in black too, but seeking advice on headlights and...

Hi, Noticed the lamp warning light come on in my 54 plate Altea and then checked and I have a brake\rear light bulb gone. The only issue is I cannot make any sense of the handbook instructions for replacing the bulb! It suggests I take out 2 screws that are rear facing in the door seal next...

Bought my 2002 LC near the start of the year on about 90k, As usual i wasnt going to look around and ended up buying the first one i went to see. Didnt bother me at all as it was in very good condition anyway. Anyways its now coming up to 105k, has a full service history, a few mods, and so...