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by rickj
Fri Sep 16, 2011 7:31 pm
Forum: General Scirocco Talk
Topic: Repairing a damaged bumper
Replies: 7
Views: 1823

front bumper repaint

hi guys ,ive been offered a cheap 59 plare 2,0tsi gt,34k miles,front bumper seems to have a few scratches etc which look untidy,anyone had a repaint and can advise on ball part figure for full front bumper repaint thanks rick
by rickj
Fri Sep 16, 2011 7:26 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: Anyone DIY retrofitted rear parking sensors???
Replies: 28
Views: 27968

Re: Anyone DIY retrofitted rear parking sensors???

i bought a set of ebay finished in gloss white for 16 delivered,retro ones pretty much the same comes with the drill bit,i just checked on the vw brochure to see where vw mount the oem ones and fitted in same area.two wires one to earth 2nd too reverse light + ,the rest of wires fit in appriopriate ...
by rickj
Sun Mar 20, 2011 1:30 pm
Forum: General Scirocco Talk
Topic: What an expensive car....
Replies: 43
Views: 11632

Re: What an expensive car....

I think you have ruffled a few feathers on here my friend I agree it was probably sensible to budget for running a r model ,but with fuel cost going through th roof everyone is hit in the pocket ,although iam happy with fuel return on my 20tsi I averaged over 42 on motorway at 70/75 plus it's always...
by rickj
Mon Mar 07, 2011 6:34 pm
Forum: General Scirocco Talk
Topic: Where does all the RNS510's come from?
Replies: 7
Views: 3574

Re: Where does all the RNS510's come from?

I'm looking in to upgrading to a RNS510 and find alot of them for sale out on different web sites. Some second hand, some claimed to be brand new out of the box, etc, etc, Prices seem generally very low (about 800€ for a C-version) compared to the VW price, which obviously makes me think somethings...
by rickj
Thu Mar 03, 2011 10:02 pm
Forum: General Scirocco Talk
Topic: Need quick advice, Leather or Cloth
Replies: 22
Views: 6939

Re: Need quick advice, Leather or Cloth

I wanted leather, but found the right car without it - having had leather in my last 4 cars, I was disappointed, but don't regret not holding out for leather. The cloth looks good, comfy, isn't hot/cold and saves a fair amount of £'s too. :) until you come to sell the car.the money saved on purchas...
by rickj
Sat Feb 26, 2011 2:00 am
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: Bury phone kit
Replies: 3
Views: 1618

Re: Bury phone kit

Up and running now,slight problem with no sound but this just needed one wire swapping over,very pleased as it seems a good little kit
by rickj
Thu Feb 24, 2011 9:31 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: Bury phone kit
Replies: 3
Views: 1618

Bury phone kit

I've managed to get a bury phone kit via eBay and Iam going to fit at weekend,according to seller a vw tech I need to take a ignition 12v feed from fusebox , he said there are spare fuse holders in box ready to take a feed so if any one has this kit or know best form of connecting I would be greatful
by rickj
Tue Feb 15, 2011 8:34 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: Which Tyres are the best?
Replies: 45
Views: 18416

Re: Which Tyres are the best?

why would you buy a tyre just because it looks good,surely grip especially in the wet must be no1 consideration,unless you want a good looking tyre wrapped around a tree!
by rickj
Thu Feb 10, 2011 6:24 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: mdi lead. free from dealers?
Replies: 12
Views: 3632

Re: mdi lead. free from dealers?

I have never took my ipod near the car, i have a USB slot for a USB memory stick and i have a slot for a SD card and i have a HD also, how much storage could you need LOL new lead arrived today,def worth buying if you have a ipod as its a lot faster loading music than the sd,plus it charges it up a...
by rickj
Mon Feb 07, 2011 8:41 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: mdi lead. free from dealers?
Replies: 12
Views: 3632

Re: mdi lead. free from dealers?

I have never took my ipod near the car, i have a USB slot for a USB memory stick and i have a slot for a SD card and i have a HD also, how much storage could you need LOL yes i have my music on the sd but as the mdi was a extra seems daft not to see if its any good with the ipod ,plus both my kids ...
by rickj
Sun Feb 06, 2011 6:12 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: mdi lead. free from dealers?
Replies: 12
Views: 3632

Re: mdi lead. free from dealers?

Unless they've changed what they give out, the dealers were meant to give both USB and iPod cables with the MDI - did with both my Scirocco and more recently the OH's Passat CC in November 2010. IIRC part of the problem is that the dealer has to order the cables separate to the car delivery and oft...
by rickj
Sun Feb 06, 2011 5:50 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: mdi lead. free from dealers?
Replies: 12
Views: 3632

Re: mdi lead. free from dealers?

No ipod lead with mine, didnt think it was free either, its a MDI slot not just for ipods etc No i thought it was a long shot but ive seen on other forums owners saying it should come with both leads ,and in the case of owners with just the usb dealers supplying the other free ,looks like ebay for ...
by rickj
Sun Feb 06, 2011 5:43 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: mdi lead. free from dealers?
Replies: 12
Views: 3632

mdi lead. free from dealers?

Just trying to find out if any owners who did not buy brand new and have the mdi factory fitted ,if they have ever managed to get the correct lead from dealers foc,Ive got the usb lead but after checking on here its clear they should come with the direct ipod connect as well.Previous owner said he o...
by rickj
Fri Feb 04, 2011 8:05 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: footwell lights
Replies: 5
Views: 2577

Re: footwell lights

I used these ones on mine http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/RED-501-W5W-SIDE-HEAD-LIGHT-BULBS-BULB-12v-5w-/350119478149?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item5184bf4385#ht_1702wt_905 They work a treat, I much prefer the red to the white. :yes: This may be of some help. http://www.sciroccocentral.co...
by rickj
Fri Feb 04, 2011 7:48 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: footwell lights
Replies: 5
Views: 2577

Re: footwell lights

cheers guys thanks for the help
by rickj
Thu Feb 03, 2011 10:05 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: footwell lights
Replies: 5
Views: 2577

footwell lights

hi,looking to change the footwell lights from white to red ,any ideas where to get these bulbs w5w i think
by rickj
Fri Jan 28, 2011 9:54 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: wing mirror repair
Replies: 6
Views: 3086

Re: wing mirror repair

thanks any pics or info will help ,the damage on the trim is very small and the chip on the indicator the same but ive just bought the car and its unmarked so would like to try to keep it that way,is the vw tool a must or can you use something else thanks again for reply I did it today and it went ...
by rickj
Fri Jan 28, 2011 6:59 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: wing mirror repair
Replies: 6
Views: 3086

Re: wing mirror repair

thanks any pics or info will help ,the damage on the trim is very small and the chip on the indicator the same but ive just bought the car and its unmarked so would like to try to keep it that way,is the vw tool a must or can you use something else thanks again for reply
by rickj
Thu Jan 27, 2011 5:33 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: wing mirror repair
Replies: 6
Views: 3086

wing mirror repair

Iam looking for some help guys on a diy repair on the wing mirror ,i caught it on the garage frame which has scuffed the outer case and chipped the built in indicator,vw quoted 7 for the outer case and 23 for the indicator so not too bad ,if anyone has changed either of these i would be greatful for...