Swompy 0 Posted August 7, 2011 I know its strange, Shouldn't it be the other way around to get the best of both :lol: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aide 0 Posted August 7, 2011 :lol: well at least you found it when doing a swap, i'd be rippin finding that in any other circumstances! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted August 7, 2011 :lol: well at least you found it when doing a swap, i'd be rippin finding that in any other circumstances! That is very true Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Abdul 0 Posted August 7, 2011 Yep defo an OBD1, i fitted an OBD1 coilpack. Fricking strange though. Check for cams/ported head/manifold etc? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted August 7, 2011 I will be dont worry ;) Yep defo an OBD1, i fitted an OBD1 coilpack. Fricking strange though. Check for cams/ported head/manifold etc? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GlosterOx 0 Posted August 7, 2011 Yep defo an OBD1, i fitted an OBD1 coilpack. Fricking strange though. Check for cams/ported head/manifold etc? Mine I think is playing up, any idea how old this would be now and was it a genuine VW one? Ian. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Abdul 0 Posted September 5, 2011 Any updates? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted September 6, 2011 No not really, Graham had a few problems with it last week but should have some good news by the end of the week Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JonnyVW 0 Posted September 6, 2011 Coming along nicely mate....bet you can't wait to get her back!! If funds permit, get the re-map done!! Best colour also....but I would say that! lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Abdul 0 Posted September 7, 2011 Oi oi Jonny, hows it going? Met you at torque in this very car some time ago lol. Good luck with it Jake, hope it all works out. You upgrading the brakes? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted September 8, 2011 Coming along nicely mate....bet you can't wait to get her back!! If funds permit, get the re-map done!! Best colour also....but I would say that! lol Thanks mate, ya I really cant wait to get her back and enjoy her. Oi oi Jonny, hows it going? Met you at torque in this very car some time ago lol. Good luck with it Jake, hope it all works out. You upgrading the brakes? Cheers mate, ya I will be when a decnt set of 288 calipers pop up for sale. Once the engine is in im going to be getting the rest of the car up to the standard I want before making it go any quicker. Well thats the plan ;) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted September 14, 2011 Went up to DG today to collect the rest of my engine and see how the car is coming along. Wont be long now, Graham just needs to sort a few niggles out then it should be done. [ATTACH=CONFIG]49198[/ATTACH] All so arrived home to find a nice and shiney rear strut brace thanks to MattPC :D Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
24V Renshaw 0 Posted September 15, 2011 Nice to see what DBP looks like polished up :) You will love the 24v. The driving is so much more relaxed than in a 12V VR, although it doesn't do the lovely shove and howl at 3500. Jay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wazza 0 Posted September 15, 2011 It'll be worth the wait mate, I know mine was! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted September 15, 2011 Thanks guys I really cant wait . Jay- ya the colour comes up lovely after a good polish ;) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CazzaVR 0 Posted September 15, 2011 Can't wait to see it in the metal... fingers crossed for Sunday! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Abdul 0 Posted September 26, 2011 Any more updates Jake? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted November 16, 2011 Well after a long wait she is finally home :D She done the same as my last rado and made Grahams job a nightmare. Had a few hiccups along the way which needed sorting including new ECU and power steering rack. And after a bit of a hassle getting the car taxed. Went to the post office to find I didnt have my V5 in with all my documents :bonk:So off I went all the way back to Gloucester to get it then to the nearest post office then back up again to collect the old girl. The new engine is fantastic power through out the rev range and so responsive Only negative is it doesn't have the 12v induction roar :( A few teaser shots will get better ones when I can [ATTACH=CONFIG]50155[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=CONFIG]50156[/ATTACH] Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jon_vr6 1 Posted November 16, 2011 Looking good fella Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragon green 5 Posted November 16, 2011 But has it got the smile factor ? Looking forward to seeing more pics Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vornwend 0 Posted November 16, 2011 Glad you're pleased with it Jake. Will hopefully get a good look on Sunday Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted November 17, 2011 It sure does have the smile factor. The power is on tap and you dont need to wait for it to build like the 12v. Only issue is I need to get used to the bite point of the new clutch and as the throttle is very sensitive it leads for a bit of jumping at junctions :camp: Graham has really done a great job with this well worth the wait Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CazzaVR 0 Posted November 17, 2011 Yaaaaaay! :) Really glad it's back- looking forward to seeing it 8) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coullstar 0 Posted November 17, 2011 Only issue is I need to get used to the bite point of the new clutch and as the throttle is very sensitive it leads for a bit of jumping at junctions :camp: Thats just trait of the conversion, you soon get used to it. So much easier to drive quickly isnt it, not having to wind the thing up all the time. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted November 17, 2011 Ya Im getting there also kind fo hard as the rev counter isnt working at the mo because Graham couldnt get the little device he needed. But when it arrives it shall be installed :D Going to have a fiddle with the cr tomorrow morning then again on Saturday. Going to get a "little" wanted list up soon as well. God I love having it back :dance: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
