tips

before you actually wash the car, is there any tips? i'e like foaming? just want to do the best job i can, i always give the car a quick rinse but am restricted as i dont have a hose so am left with 5 watering cans to do the job! any help apreciated.

have not detailed my car yet but should be doing it next weekend,it will be my first real detailing iv done on a car and cant wait to see how it looks. products im going to use are. p21s bodywork shampoo p21s paintwork cleanser p21s carnauba wax p21s wheel cleaner kit poorboys ex...

Hi all, In the summer I'm taking the mk2 to the alps with 3 passengers (hardly any luggage - that's going separately). I was wondering if anyone's done big trips like this before and what advice you'd give? This is what has been done to the car / will be done to it by the time we go: -Brakes...

Hey all, The screws in the front part of my engine bay are all getting really "rusty" - going a nasty brown/white/green colour. In particular, the torq screws in the top of the headlights. Whats the best way to go about cleaning these? I could remove them, and rub them down, but i have a...

Has any one replaced the standard head unit for a 03 LC? Can any one give me some Tips as im going to give it a go 2mo, :doh: Like things to look out for or even just the best way of getting the bugger out :) Am also going to install a active sub in the back and have not looked for the...

Top Forge Tip Fitting Tips! Yes, it’s easy for one person to fit a TIP (Turbo Inlet Pipe) from above – without jacking the car up. I had to swap my exhaust manifold and in order to gain access, you need to remove the stock tip. When the time came to put the tip back, I thought I may as...

I have fr tdi with revo and I was wondering how you guys drive yours. For example do you rag it to the red line or chane at 3k. Any tips will be appreciated. Thanks

How do you find boost leaks on an LCR? Or any turbo car for that matter? My car keeps bringing up an error code relating to a leak somewhere. The DV has been changed and all connections on all tubes look fine. So how can I test to find if I have a leak? Rob

Hi all, Im new to the forum so be gentle :) My names Bobby and I currently drive a Golf mark 4 (52) 150hp diesel with around 75k miles which has been remapped. I'm VERY happy with its performance and love the fact that it can still do 400miles to the tank. But the time has come for a...

Clutch needs to be replaced, i can either pay 100 quid to get it done, or have a bash myself. Any body know of a guide any where, or have any good tips? im fairly good with the tools, but never done a clutch before.

:p hi guys right.... im looking for lots more bhp but without changing the turbo so what can i buy, also which is the best intercooler for the ibiza as forge are very popular but jabbasport said that the forge ones dont really handle power too godd? cheers for ya help guys!

Wash car, 2 bucket method, dry with MF cloth. Next - claying.. 1) I use a quarter of a meg's clay bar i got from helfrauds. 2) Warm in 750W microwave for 10 secs (or dump in warm water for abit), and mould to roughly 4 fingers width - it shouldn't be really thin. 3) Apply lube/spray to 2...

OK Guys, thinking of fitting the K03S this weekend (got 4 off days so why not!) but before I start I need to know I have everything as I need the car to be back on the road ASAP. I have the K03S, I have the A&M Fitting Kit, so I need an exhaust manifold gasket or is there no need to remove...

Anyone got any handy tips for removing the side rub strips on my Ibiza ?!? Want to get rid of them, as they look so 'old-man'ish !!! ;) Flapper, you want them for yours ?!? ;) I reckon they're only glued on, so a bit of heat, and some gentle leverage should do the trick..... They're...

I will be renewing my discs and pads, and plan to do a fluid flush and change at the same time. Any tips specific to the Cupra - have done it on plenty of other cars - or specific to Brembos? The plan is all wheels off, on axle stands, fronts calipers off, take cap off resevoir, ease...

or hints when fitting, best way to set them up ??? any help would be apreciated. thanks matt

help! i am trying to remove my girlfriends rusty old disks on her 1998 ibiza cupra so that i can fit her new EBC's. i just managed to remove the caliper and retaining bolts, but the cross head screw holding the disk in place is a real arse. it has started rounding off, there is no way i am...

hey guys was just wondering if anyone has any tips for winter driving with diesels...ie start up and stopping etc thanks

Alrite guys and dolls! Can anyone share any of there experinces with getting there mrk 2 lowered? Make used and difference its made etc. As im seriously thinkin bout gettin it done but just need a few tips. Cheers

Hi, finally got round to ordering the after market head unit fitting kit from Nexxia, who were very good btw. Now ive got to install my pioneer mp3 player. Any tips on removing the SEAT HU and changer? Cheers