replacement

  1. Are these the correct aero replacement wipers and arms?

    Hi guys, sorry to start yet another thread about mk4 golf aero wipers! But can someone please confirm that these are the right ones to get (without having to trim anything) for my 2005 LCR? http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220551031535 Cheers!
  2. RaggedLob

    Front Bushes- Cupra replacement?

    My 02 1.2 is squeaking horribly and needs new front Bushes (I think the roll bar bushes, but not certain).. I have heard many people replace them with Cupra ones rather than the useless rubber standards, so was wondering A) what the price is for a pair of these? And b) do they affect the...
  3. chrisbond69

    Brake line replacement help

    had a problem fitting my new braided brake lines in the form of corroded nuts and now rounded off nuts has anyone got new brake lines i think you have to build them yourself if so does anyone have tips, part numbers, and ideas for me please ill replace them when my engines out? many thanks
  4. Alhambra headlamp bulb replacement

    Can anyone help:( Need to change the headlamp bulbs in my alhambra, tried to get to them but unless i can get a really advanced child to help there seems no way to get to them:shrug: Anyone know how to replace them or is it a stealer job
  5. Ibiza 130 tdi

    The Ibiza's replacement....

    Well guys, as most of you know I've sold my hybrid turbo Ibiza Sport. To make way for this: Cant stress how different it is to the Ibiza, the power is nowhere near as manic. For the first time today, I nailed it off the lights and it's scary! It...
  6. TINCAN

    Coil spring replacement ??

    Offside front coil spring snapped. Question is, is it ok to replace just the one or should i replace both? Something in my mind saying it won't sit right due to wear and tear if i do the one........ or is that rubbish???? Thanks in advance
  7. chunky monkey

    Altea - Replacement Rear Wiper

    I have been looking through older posts about the rear wiper for the Altea, and none give part numbers for a direct replacement wiper. Someone must make one by now, I tried the Halfords WA27 today, but it was 2" shorter than current blade, my wiper is 13"... Hellfords advised Bosch now...
  8. briggd01

    Replacement Side Mounted Intercooler - Suggestions??

    Just fitted SFS Intercooler Pipes and now have issue with the Intercooler Joining pipe has failed. So do i need a new Intercooler? If so what, stock OEM replacement or Allard Upgrade - no into FMIC too much hasstle. So suggestions please.
  9. dave_ph

    Replacement for my LCR

    Hi guys As some may know, I no longer have my LCR.... I has an 07 reg Dolphin Grey S3 2.0T 265bhp in its place now!! Its done 30k miles, in fantastic condition, and has the DVD based sat nav (which has 2 slots for SD cards for MP3's!), bose sound system, flat bottomed multifunctional...
  10. CraigW

    Coolant removal/Thermostat Housing Replacement.

    As thread title suggests I have my thermostat housing to replace as some point, Im hoping this weekend. 1st question, What is the best way to drain all the coolant out?? I read the 'suggestion' in the haynes manual but it isnt that easy to follow. 2nd question, Any suggestions for...
  11. Replacement Air Filter Unit

    Ok so when i was looking at fixing my rear jets i've noticed a crack in the side of the air filter housing, so im looking to replace it, just finding 100quid for a replacement from seat a bit steep. Any recommendations on what to fit instead?? My Car is Ibiza FR TDI, mapped to 182BHP and...
  12. 1.9PD timing belt replacement (DIY style)

    Have had my alhambra (02) for over 3 years now and its covered 71k miles. Looking to tackle timing belt replacement - lack of a shalhabra Haynes manual doesn't help. K
  13. Bootlid replacement

    Hi guys, Abotu a month back, I reversed into a skip at something ridiculous like 3mph and my bootlid sustained quite a big dink!! So i got some quoes to get the dink taken out and the bootlid resprayed and i've been getting quotes between £100-£120, which I thought was a bit steep. Now...
  14. 4937Liam

    Fitting replacement sidelights/dipped beams

    Firstly i opolagise as i have used the search button but just found people who had had the same problems. Im bassically looking for some tips on how to fit the said bulbs into the passenger side headlight. I have a TDi FR and the uber huge battery/cover give you no access to the back of the lamp...
  15. oldman

    How do you replace powered wing mirrors?

    Hello, Managed to win a full set of power folding wing mirrors, very cheaply, so need to swap them over. Have looked and no guides or tips were found. Only info on how to fix when not folding etc. anybody done this and helpful hints? if nothing i will try to make one up at the time...
  16. Brake Servo Replacement

    Hi There's a loud hiss coming from behind the dash which stops the harder you press the brake pedal. Took it to my mechanic and he says the brake servo is gubbed. Which makes sense. He's quoted me £450 for parts (£170) and labour. He says the engine block needs shifted to get access to...
  17. Mr OCD

    Thermostat Replacement = FAIL

    Wasnt expecting this to be an easy job due to access but talk about a performance... First mistake... Stripping the airbox / MAF / etc off the side of the engine and removing the CTS housing to realise the thermostat is in fact on the front of the engine... I should have checked the manual...
  18. replacement brake discs and pads,could my warrenty be affected?

    ok so we had our 08 tdi sport ref in for it's 27k service today and it's come back needing new brake pads all round and new front discs. now for the interesting bit the dealer has quoted £694 for 2 new discs and pads for all 4 corners,I nearly fell off my chair tbh. They want £279 for the...
  19. Replacement Handbrake Cover

    Hi All, I'm looking at getting rid of the awfully cheap looking rubber/plastic handbrake cover and picking up one of the various replacement handbrake covers. Obviously picking one up is easy enough but none of the photos i've been able to find so far show anything regarding fitment...
  20. Bulb Replacement

    Hi, been looking at getting some new bulbs for my Ibiza, I don't want to go down the HID road, so dont suggest it to me :P Im looking at the OSRAM Cool Blue range (or nightbreakers), I want to change all the bulbs really and found them on carbulbs.com...
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