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  1. Dave W

    Wast of time changing speakers?

    Would I be wasting my time just changing the speakers in my LCR? I've searched & can't really find a proper answer. Just traded i my 52 plate Leon Cupra & got an 05 LCR. People keep saying the speakers aren't as good in the newer Leons & I'm starting to think they're right as it doesn't...
  2. Changing a mk2 ibiza fuel pump

    anyone ever done one before?? would a g40 one fit? or a vr6, g60 one??
  3. Guinness

    Changing Interior

    Thinking about making the interior a bit nicer in my beeza as the prvious owner has not looked after it much. So baisicly wondering how much Im talking for black headlining, black pillars, door cards. Think I would rather keep it SEAT rather than a retrim, also thinking of getting the seat sport...
  4. Vag_Dave

    Changing The Rear Wiper

    Hey Guys, Yesterday i went to change the rear wiper on my cupra for the fabia one, but i could't get the leon wiper arm off!! Took the cover off and undone the bolt but i could not budge the arm. Have you got any ideas or tips for me to get it off? Many Thanks Dave
  5. GlanzaV

    Simple Questions regarding Coolant Changing

    Just quickly, (1) Where's the best place to buy some distilled water for flushing/mixing my coolant (2) What quantities do the stealers sell G12 coolant in and how much will I need to buy, considering I'll be mixing it 50/50 (correct?) -- Ie how much coolant to buy vs. how much mix the...
  6. Changing standerd radio

    Hi lads, Just wondering if you could help? I removed the standerd radio from my mk3 because it was not working, i replaced it with a sony cd player and pocket, i was just wondering if ther is a fasha u can get for the dash so u can leave the standerd size radio in there and hav the heaters...
  7. skahigh

    Problem changing light bulbs

    I just went out to my car to fit some new H1 and 501 bulbs and after 20 minutes I've changed 0 out of 4 bulbs! I couldn't even work out how to remove the exisiting 501 bulbs, can anybody explain please? Also, the electrical connector on the H1 bulbs felt like it was welded in place, no...
  8. shantybeater

    Changing the date on the onboard computer

    Hi people, Getting a little annoyed now as i cant seem to find any way of changing the date on the onboard computer, is it because i have an aftermarket headunit below it & there were controls there to change it??? I've tried looking in the manual etc..:(
  9. Riko

    Changing speedo?

    Does any1 know wheather its possible to change the dial colour on the speedo? Mine are black (non cupra) but quite fancy white. OR... if i were to swap mine for the cupra clocks would it give false readings for rev count, milage etc?
  10. chris27

    Guide to changing a front wheel bearing?

    anyone got one or know of where i can get one? on vw's some nuts must be replaced etc and want to make sure i have all the parts and a guide to help me through. thanks in advance
  11. Changing An ECU

    If i wanted to change my ECU can i get a 2nd hand one from a mk2 Ibiza in a scrappy or do i have to buy a new one? Or can i get a re-con from somewhere? If so, where? Also, say i do get another ECU, it's not as simple as just plugging it in is it? I'd have to get it calibrated to work on my...
  12. chris27

    Changing top mount bearings - spring compressor needed?

    do i need spring compressors to change the top mount bearings or not? thanks
  13. changing (upgrading) the alternator

    the haynes for the fabia has sketchy instructions....does anyone know of an easy to read guide?
  14. Gear changing problems.......

    Morning everyone, well ive noticed this over the past couple of days, was wondering if i was just driving like a spazz, but i made a point of testing it this morning again. Basically its when i change from 1st to 2nd, im getting like a grinding sound, as if you was trying to put it into...
  15. Riko

    Changing springs.

    Does any1 know of (or maybe done it themselves) :shrug: a guide to changing suspension springs? Ive done a search and it mentions one but cant find a link?? Any help would be mucho apreciatedo! :worship:
  16. in process of changing rear pads. help!

    hi there my car is currently on axle stands and im in the process of changing the rear pads. the caliper is off and the pads are out. i just cant compress the piston back in. handbrake is off and brake fluid bottle is undone any help asap cheers
  17. whittle123

    changing air filter

    Ive jus ordered a K&N FilterCharger® Replacement Air Filter for my car and i need to change it bt im woundering how to get into the box that's holding my airfilter. its an 2007 1.4 formula sport. der is screw's on the underside of the box bt ders has gotta be an easier way, do you to the air box...
  18. CORBY

    Changing Fuel Filter

    Hello ppl, I need to change my fuel filter but don't know how to really, :shrug: well I more or less know how, but don't know what to do when I am taking the pipes off because, won't the fuel go all over the place? Could you's give me some advise please? :) Thanks in advance. Rob
  19. Changing the steering weight??

    Is it possible to change the weight of the LCR steering? If I wanted to make it lighter, is it a case of swapping the pump for a MK4 golf one?? Same for the golf, can you fit a LCR pump on a golf to make it heavier?? AFAIK the LCR rack has less turns lock to lock, but is that the only...
  20. Changing Stereo advice.

    Hi all I've just removed my stereo (Alpine mp3 unit) out of my old car ready to install into my new Ibiza when I get it at the end of the month. Question is: What cable adapter do I need to go from the back of the Alpine stereo to the Ibiza wiring loom? The Alpine has come out of my...
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