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by nickyg63@aol.com
Fri Dec 27, 2013 6:39 am
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: WARMING UP PROBLEMS 2.0 TSI
Replies: 2
Views: 1430

Re: WARMING UP PROBLEMS 2.0 TSI

there is a TPI on the intake manifold,(your dealer should know this) they can perform an adaption and if this is unsuccessful then a new manifold is needed. Its a 3 hour job, and is fairly straight forward.

Hope that helps

Many thanks
Nick
by nickyg63@aol.com
Sun Aug 11, 2013 7:55 am
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: Diesel build up?
Replies: 5
Views: 1960

Re: Diesel build up?

Diesels work at their best when they are up to temperature, so yes it may sound a little noisier when cold! The diesel lubricates parts of the fuel system so when warm it will be thinner and flowing better. The DPF will regen when the car is up to temp the throttle has been at constant position (i.e...
by nickyg63@aol.com
Tue Aug 06, 2013 7:10 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: Erwin - problem with specific vehicle info
Replies: 1
Views: 1059

Re: Erwin - problem with specific vehicle info

hi i have had this same error with Firefox so have to use Internet explorer for me it works fine on I.E.

It states that you have already tried I.E.??

I would persist with I.E.

Thanks Nick
by nickyg63@aol.com
Sun Aug 04, 2013 10:32 am
Forum: General Scirocco Talk
Topic: Speed related headlights come on
Replies: 7
Views: 727

Re: Speed related headlights come on

this happens on cars without DRL's or with them turned off
by nickyg63@aol.com
Sat Aug 03, 2013 5:49 pm
Forum: General Scirocco Talk
Topic: Buckled wheel
Replies: 3
Views: 682

Re: VWgenuineparts.co.uk

Hi,
talk to Mark at the wheel specialist at Lenton, they are switched on with wheel repairs!

Thanks Nick
by nickyg63@aol.com
Sun Jul 28, 2013 8:14 pm
Forum: General Scirocco Talk
Topic: 170 or 140 bm
Replies: 23
Views: 3815

Re: 170 or 140 bm

it will unlock after you post a few more times!
by nickyg63@aol.com
Sun Jul 28, 2013 9:11 am
Forum: General Scirocco Talk
Topic: Leather interior - retro fit?
Replies: 2
Views: 434

Re: Leather interior - retro fit?

really, really easy as long as you have the right tools? Remember that you will have to disconnect the battery as the seats contain airbags!! Or take it and you interior to your local bodyshop as they remove & refit interiors and work for a lot lower hourly rates!! if your unsure of fitting then...
by nickyg63@aol.com
Sun Jul 28, 2013 8:52 am
Forum: General Scirocco Talk
Topic: Making the roc a bit more pointy?
Replies: 5
Views: 1066

Re: Making the roc a bit more pointy?

Running a harder tyre compound, like bridgestone or some toyo's will help reduce flex in the sidewall. You could add a little more pressure into the tyres (BEWARE THOUGH AS TOO MUCH COULD CAUSE TYRE FAILURES) I run 35psi in mine. Alternatively swap for 19'' wheels as they are thinner side walls so w...
by nickyg63@aol.com
Sun Jul 28, 2013 8:41 am
Forum: General Scirocco Talk
Topic: 170 or 140 bm
Replies: 23
Views: 3815

Re: 170 or 140 bm

I have got a 2.0tsi and at the moment 140 bmt (for my company car)the bmt is an r-line with the 19" wheels, they are both great! if you aren't after a racing machine then the 140 will do fine! I do 1000 miles a week in my R-line, having had both the 140 & 170 models, for me and my driving t...
by nickyg63@aol.com
Sun Jul 21, 2013 2:41 pm
Forum: The Showroom
Topic: My R-Line TDi project
Replies: 58
Views: 31024

Re: My R-Line TDi project

hi,
what did you get HID wise?

Many thanks
Nick
by nickyg63@aol.com
Fri Jul 19, 2013 5:36 pm
Forum: The Showroom
Topic: 2nd car arrived yesterday!!
Replies: 5
Views: 2374

Re: 2nd car arrived yesterday!!

one of the perks of the job!
by nickyg63@aol.com
Thu Jul 18, 2013 2:35 pm
Forum: The Showroom
Topic: 2nd car arrived yesterday!!
Replies: 5
Views: 2374

Re: 2nd car arrived yesterday!!

I ordered the car in january and then bought the other last month! So when i order the next one, it will have to be in a different colour!!

Pretty good for photo opportunities and it will be only be here for a couple of months, until then i will have to live with it!!
by nickyg63@aol.com
Thu Jul 18, 2013 11:58 am
Forum: The Showroom
Topic: 2nd car arrived yesterday!!
Replies: 5
Views: 2374

2nd car arrived yesterday!!

my company car arrived yesterday

So i have a 2.0tsi GT

and a 2.0 bmt 140 diesel R-line

Both in candy white
by nickyg63@aol.com
Tue Jul 09, 2013 8:36 pm
Forum: General Scirocco Talk
Topic: Fuel efficient......
Replies: 22
Views: 4040

Re: Fuel efficient......

when you get over 5000 miles It will get even better, they seem to have a map for the 1st 5000, in my experience after that they feel quicker and get more MPG.
by nickyg63@aol.com
Tue Jul 09, 2013 8:32 pm
Forum: General Scirocco Talk
Topic: Tsi to Tdi
Replies: 16
Views: 2562

Re: Tsi to Tdi

if its a great deal then buy it! Although if you only do small journeys the DPF may give you issues depending how old the car is?
by nickyg63@aol.com
Tue Jul 09, 2013 8:29 pm
Forum: Detailing and Cleaning
Topic: rotary polisher
Replies: 3
Views: 3237

Re: rotary polisher

Hi, go to you local motor factors as they will do one that the body shops use and you know you are getting a good bit of kit at a good price! Where are you based?

Thanks Nick
by nickyg63@aol.com
Sun Jun 23, 2013 6:18 am
Forum: Detailing and Cleaning
Topic: Swirl Marks
Replies: 12
Views: 7693

Re: Swirl Marks

Hello I've had my black Scirocco for about a month from a VW franchise & I noticed in the sun, at the weekend, loads of swirl marks. The car's only 8 months old. Should I complain to the dealer - is it worth it - what can they do...? any thoughts? cheers Hi, i assume you have had paintwork done...