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by amcridge
Mon Aug 19, 2024 7:51 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: Cambelt and waterpump
Replies: 2
Views: 835

Re: Cambelt and waterpump

2012, 2.0 TDI, 140: Carried out by a local garage. Replacement timing belt + water pump. Plus replace alternator pulley, tensioner & belt = £670. S Wales. April 2024
by amcridge
Mon Aug 19, 2024 7:45 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: Do these discs need replacing + is the pattern wear normal?
Replies: 0
Views: 702

Do these discs need replacing + is the pattern wear normal?

Rear brake discs usage/ wear. Today, I noticed the front discs are shiny & used across the full diameter, without any rusted outer circumferences. But the rear discs have an outer circumference that appears not to have been in contact, ever, with the pad. I appreciate the braking bias for the fr...
by amcridge
Tue Jun 15, 2021 4:41 am
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: DCC Switch Blinking
Replies: 2
Views: 4905

Re: DCC Switch Blinking

Thanks for the suggestion. I've examined both units. They look OK.

1. Does this particular circuit have a fuse?

2. What's the best method to test them with an electrical meter?

3. Is it likely that both would fail at the same time?
by amcridge
Thu Jun 10, 2021 7:29 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: DCC Switch Blinking
Replies: 2
Views: 4905

DCC Switch Blinking

Using a 'Snap On Solus Edge tester' it showed 2 faults. 00776 Level control system sensor Left Front (G78) Open Circuit/Short With Power. 01769 Sensor for Vehicle Levelling Front Right (G289) Open Circuit/Short With power. 1. Has anyone had the same or similar problem? 2. What was the solution pleas...
by amcridge
Fri Aug 21, 2015 6:50 pm
Forum: The Showroom
Topic: Wadey's Scirocco GT TSI Diary.
Replies: 25
Views: 19138

Re: Wadey's Scirocco GT TSI Diary.

Hi,
The painted calipers look great. I'm thinking about doing similar to cover the rusty look.
Did you disconnect & remove each caliper or paint them in situ?
Thanks