mrbeige 0 Posted June 30, 2009 new wheels and paint job then :D :lol: Yep. :grin: :clap: Shhhhh, don't say that too loud :lol: Glad it was a false alarm dude! 8) Mic you know I love the Mincing machine! Mic IS the Mincing machine :fondle: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sonicriot13 0 Posted June 30, 2009 Just ordered some new flanges from v-dub (one has sprung a leak) and will pick up some coolant. Already got a VW oil filter and some mega expensive oil. Just need to adjust the rear suspension to make it a bit lower, satisfy myself further that it's not about to give up on life and then it's new wheels and new paint time. :cheers: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrbeige 0 Posted June 30, 2009 You gonna go for a full respray then, Joe? Who you gonna get to do the paint? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mic_VR 3 Posted June 30, 2009 Mic IS the Mincing machine :fondle: You're just jealous that not only have I got a manly car but I'm also incredibly handsome! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KIPVW 0 Posted June 30, 2009 *cough* Chains/tensioners/clutches *cough* :epicfail: Indeedy, could show you the bill i just had from DG but then most of it was my cosmetic suggestions :lol: lets just say maybe 2 new chargers and lots of change :lol: But hey its flippin marvellous :grin: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sonicriot13 0 Posted June 30, 2009 You gonna go for a full respray then, Joe? Who you gonna get to do the paint? Not entirely sure yet. See what I can get away with once I've had a proffesional opinion. I'm gonna take it to Carrera Body Works in Nowton. 8) I'm actually reluctant to go full glass out and everything. You know, just in case.... Mic IS the Mincing machine :fondle: You're just jealous that not only have I got a manly car but I'm also incredibly handsome! Are you trying to convince Stu of your attractiveness? I'm not entirely sure he needs convincing. Toad definately doesn't. I think he likes you! :norty: :lol: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sonicriot13 0 Posted June 30, 2009 *cough* Chains/tensioners/clutches *cough* :epicfail: Indeedy, could show you the bill i just had from DG but then most of it was my cosmetic suggestions :lol: lets just say maybe 2 new chargers and lots of change :lol: But hey its flippin marvellous :grin: Man, 2 new chargers. That gives me an idea actually.... :lol: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mic_VR 3 Posted June 30, 2009 Not sure I need to convince anyone, I believe my handsomeness is merely undeniable fact! :dorky: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sonicriot13 0 Posted June 30, 2009 Not sure I need to convince anyone, I believe my handsomeness is merely undeniable fact! :dorky: Mine is too. My Mum says so. :grin: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vwdeviant 0 Posted June 30, 2009 Not sure I need to convince anyone, I believe my handsomeness is merely undeniable fact! :dorky: Mine is too. My Mum says so. :grin: Funny that, Mics mum said that of me as well! (dashes out before the "Mincer" gets me and slaps my legs) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrbeige 0 Posted June 30, 2009 Not entirely sure yet. See what I can get away with once I've had a proffesional opinion. I'm gonna take it to Carrera Body Works in Nowton. 8) You seen their work before? Carleena wanted to know what a respray on her Golf (and one for Gooney) and I'd be interested to know their costs. Who does that kind of work for your company? Not sure I need to convince anyone, I believe my handsomeness is merely undeniable fact! :dorky:I think you need a Wikipedia page then, as everything on there is fact too! :wink: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mic_VR 3 Posted June 30, 2009 Funny that, Mics mum said that of me as well! (dashes out before the "Mincer" gets me and slaps my legs) Damn it! My mum said she wasn't going to do that anymore! :( Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sonicriot13 0 Posted June 30, 2009 Not entirely sure yet. See what I can get away with once I've had a proffesional opinion. I'm gonna take it to Carrera Body Works in Nowton. 8) You seen their work before? Carleena wanted to know what a respray on her Golf (and one for Gooney) and I'd be interested to know their costs. Who does that kind of work for your company? My company uses Marshalls down the road from us. They do a good job but I've heard Carrera are absolutely blinding. Everyone I know who knows about these things has recommended them so I'm planning on taking her down there when she's back on the road. Although I haven't seen their work first hand yet so we'll see. I'll let you know how much they charge etc. :D Damn it! My mum said she wasn't going to do that anymore! :( That's Mic scarred for life. :lol: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sonicriot13 0 Posted June 30, 2009 Just picked up the new flanges and some G12++. I'm all happy again now. :D :D :D Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtytorque 0 Posted June 30, 2009 Ok, I'm officially an idiot. The grey stuff is a mix of the oil and PTFE lube used in the rebuild process and is normal. :nuts: :oops: :epicfail: :camp: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sonicriot13 0 Posted June 30, 2009 Ok, I'm officially an idiot. The grey stuff is a mix of the oil and PTFE lube used in the rebuild process and is normal. :nuts: :oops: :epicfail: :camp: Well, as has been said, G60 owner paranoia.... :camp: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CazzaVR 0 Posted June 30, 2009 :dance: :clap: Phew!!!!! Muppet! :lol: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sonicriot13 0 Posted June 30, 2009 :dance: :clap: Phew!!!!! Muppet! :lol: :lol: I know man. :roll: What a pen15. Anyway, quite pleased with my progress this evening. Got myself covered in oil and coolant but that's what it's all about. :D Think I had a slight water leak rather longer than I had anticipated and it just decided to turn into a torrent the other day. This is what we call in the trade a f*cked flange. :norty: :lol: Think it might be worth just giving this a little clean.... Anyway all I have to do now is clean things up and rebuild/refill everything. :cheers: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pete_griff 0 Posted June 30, 2009 :clap: :clap: :clap: great to hear this - bet you're so pleased to have that weight off your shoudlers! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sonicriot13 0 Posted July 1, 2009 :clap: :clap: :clap: great to hear this - bet you're so pleased to have that weight off your shoudlers! Too right matey. Wish I didn't have to go to work today so I could stay at home and get it finished! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim 2 Posted July 1, 2009 Jesus H - has that thing EVER been changed?! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sonicriot13 0 Posted July 1, 2009 Jesus H - has that thing EVER been changed?! Worryingly enough yes it has. Haven't got it to hand but in the history there is a receipt for new hoses and flanges. :shock: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sonicriot13 0 Posted July 1, 2009 I'm quite taken with these. Always thought Rados look quite good on 5 spokes. Looks like they're only available in 15" and 17". Ideally I'd probably want 16s! :lol: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mic_VR 3 Posted July 1, 2009 Must admit mate, not really much to my liking..... but then it's not my car! :lol: Nice flange you've got there :wink: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sonicriot13 0 Posted July 1, 2009 I'm waiting on some quotes for the paintwork before commiting to the wheels but these are my favourite so far. 8) Was planning on some BBS but these just caught my eye. They have the right blend of simplicity and detail for me. Thanks for the comment about my flange. You should see my shiny new one! :norty: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
