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hi all, im going over the england in the next few weeks hopefully to do a audi r8 driving experiance thing that i got for my birthday, :D while im over there i want to take my car to somewhere to have... something done, not sure what yet because everthing i want won't really do much to a...

Im going to be changing my suspension springs when they arrive.. I was reading the guide to changing them and it says that you need a "Special Tool" to get your old springs off the shocks.. Could someone tell me what this "Special Tool" is and where i buy 1 from? Also is this the same for the...

Hi All, The bottom bearings have gome on my V5 so I am goijg to strip the cr of all its parts and then srap the shell. I had a look around the car today and I need to get some star like tools to get the doors of the car. Does anyone know the size that is needed? Are there any other...

Hi chaps. Currently on my 2nd Altea, but I fancy a change and have ordered a Ford Kuga 2.0 TDCi (I know). Hoping to collect at end of September. Looked on Autotrader and there aren't many Altea's - especially private sales. Anyone had any previous joy selling an Altea privately ? I've sold...

Hi i got new pads and discs for the back of my ibiza cupra mk3 and tried fitting thim, i got the callipers off no porobs but wasnt able to slide the piston back to make space for the thicker pads and disc as there new. Do u need a special tool to do this?? If so where can i get one and what does...

have just been lookin through piston heads and someone is selling a special edition cupra r?? anyone ever heard of these?? apprently there were only a handfull ever made?? heres the address.... http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/sales/1111903.htm mainly just out of intrest..

The clutch on my 07 S.Ed has just started playing up, just had the 40K service ouch:censored:. Went from reverse to 1st and felt /heard knocking & vibration through clutch pedal, this only stopped when i changed gear. Today happened again, but now more repeatable, feels like it might be release...

hi all, new to this forum. here`s my problem... I`v got a 2003 lcr and think the valve stem seals are on their way out and was wondering if their was a special tool for doing them in place. if so does any one know the part no and where i can get one. thanks john:help:

As above, seen a few about lately with a checkered flag sticker from front door to boot on both sides and cupra in red writing. Any help appreciated.

Got the car YESTERDAY, starter gone today. How much would it cost for a new one? Anyone recommend somewhere in Glasgow to go?

This was a great booking for me, and would stretch me more than I gave inital credit for. The car is kept extremely clean and well by the owner, believe me, she really does have an eye for detail! On arrival the car was treated to my usual washing routine and techniques. Sorry for lack of...

Looks quite nice with all the extra's and only 150 being made. Is anyone planning on getting one?

Here's one i made earler today , got the bits off good old ebay and a local shop. Hi-flow sports cat 100cell = £90 ( ebay ) 1 meter 2mm x 2.5" and 1 meter 2mm x 2.25" stainless tubing = free ( scrap bin at cybox exhaust's ) 3 flange's and lamba boss = £10 ( cybox exhaust's ) Took off...

Hi Guys Just a quick note to let you know about a new supporters club we've set up with tonnes of top benefits at yourracingcar.com. In short, we're racing a Ginetta G50 on the BTCC bill, driven by a name you'll remember from his SEAT Cupra Championship days, Fulvio Mussi. We set up...

as per the titles. i have the piano black b pillar trims on but i think it looks better with the piano black rear handles as well. i have read a tutorial on how to get the rear door cards off and looks complicated. before i start taking things apart do you need any special tools to change the...

A few months ago, I got this. It's a beast... plastic, and no driver aids, with a claimed 400bhp. 3.7 0-60 and a claimed 180+. Personally I'd believe 385+bhp, 3.7 if you can actually launch it, and 160mph (the rear spoiler is more of an air brake). Future mods will be to cut out the vents...

just seen this on ebay "MAS Performance (Ebay Special Offer!!)" ECU Remap looks all funky fine but has anyone on here been there and had it done Based in Keighley West Yorkshire just for £200 english looks gooooood!! any views would be great!!

Hi All, As this is my real pride and joy i thought id add some pictures and details. Its not a SEAT so dont shoot me :) but i have got the LCR as the daily driver. As an avid karter including BUKC and track day fan i decided with my Dad to build a mainly track focused car so we dont ruin...

noticed this comment on the ten tenths forum seeApparently at Mallory Park today a very expensive Leon was on track "The other notable car was next years £50K Seat Leon which was out with prospective buyers behind the wheel. " link to full post...

When I left full tiem employment at the end of Dec and started FinerDetails I sold my Altea in order to finance the company etc. With our sole car left to be the P206 belonging to Mrs FD. Having spent a fair amount of time looking round, we finally found a car we are both happy with. So...