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Think that V8 was the block after the the M113 Kev or the supercharged version, I have heard of that to, merc engines are far to complex now and just silly amounts to go wrong.

Boxsters sound less troublesome then the 911 but I have to admit even though the engines can destroy the ownership experience does not mean I still don't want to own again ha ! Thinking about selling my Mk7 GTI for one but have to say the Mk7 golf is a great car in its own right and feels alot stronger then the 230 BHP mine has on the logbook. Think the strongest/reliable engine I had in a car was a M113 5.0 V8 in my old Merc R129, have never ever heard of a gasket failure or score boring on this block , On the Merc forum they said that none had been rebuilt not sure if that is true, there is a supercharged version that does get a few issues. Also the M119 block V8 before the M113 is a tank. Truly one of the best engines ever made. Only catch most of them come with a Auto. damn I would of loved it if it was manual.

If the part number is rubbed off on the alternator it's a bugger as most alternators were installed on specification/options of car in factory , I imagine on all late VR6 with leather seats, mirrors they had the highest amp , that is another reason I sent mine off to be refurbed in the case of my Golf because it has electric windows, mirrors etc. What was the KW on your original starter motor ? The above links are actually the same company they have loads of sites but have different branding, buycarparts uk is another one of their brands. I highly recommend these guys for reconditioning they did my alternator and starter. Came back looking like new. 1 week turn around , think it cost me about £150 for starter and alternator including 24hr return delivery. https://www.qxcomponents.co.uk/ QX Components Ltd David Pilgrim 69, Higher Road Urmston Manchester Greater Manchester M41 9AP United Kingdom

Agreed not much as an issue on the 3.4 , the 3.6 all the way from 2001 - 2009 + 997 have huge problems with bore scoring. My Porsche specialist after boroscoping my 996 2003 3.6 actually advised me do not touch any 996 or 997 unless its the Gen 2 from 2009 onwards. However I have read articles now that the first cases are starting to come in on these models as well now. Don't get me wrong bore scoring can happen on a lot of engines but should not happen with a car that is 5 years old with low mileage. The catch is it's a 10-15k cost engine rebuild which for most 996 or 997 is not far off the value of the car so puts the owner in a horrific position. The three Porsche owners I Know. Mate owns a 996 3.6 4s had d chunk in engine at 70k - 13k rebuild Landlord at yard scrapped a red 2.7 boxster -engine failure at 50 s on clock My car that got bore scoring with full service history at 62k/ Was thinking about getting another 996 last year and went to see one in Dover as I do love the way they drive. Put a deposit down but through my own initiative called the Porsche specialist that the last receipt was a signed to , he told me do not touch that car we tried to change the IMS bearing and could not remove it as the timing was out, does appear the engine needs a rebuild, contacted the seller and he gave me my deposit back . If I was going to get one again I would source a Hartech rebuild myself. Sorry to sound so negative on the model but from my experience was not to good to be honest. As most people know these also suffer from the IMS bearing shattering and destroying the engine just to add to the list of catastrophic engine failures.

Great pictures to check out how the cars look with different alloy wheels. Think the 16 speedlines look mint. P.s anyone after some tyres these could be a bargain https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/16-Genuine-BBS-RS771-Split-Rims-VW-Alloy-wheels-5X100/223722845123?_trksid=p2485497.m4902.l9144

Love the BBS RS. did they do these in - 5x100 stud as well guys, only thought they came in 4 stud?

Problem with the boxster mate is the bore scoring, looking at a 10 K rebuild,used parts will be plentiful for the 996 and Boxster generation as so many will be written off because they have several variant catastrophic engine failures, the engines are chocolate. Also the gear boxes are starting to go on them as well. Had a 996 with bore scoring only 62k on the clock , still miss the car though.

At this point I would call Vince at Stealth racing and have a chat.

I disagree they can be worth a lot if you provide evidence that they are in good condition. The rear seals are a pain been obsolete a proper job is to remove the seals as mentioned , however there are special tool/wire that can lift the rubber seals so you paint a fair bit under the seal so you would not see the line, your body shop should have these really.

I imagine you have given the housing hole a bit of fine sanding. ATE is a good brand for sure.

Congratulations ! Was it a aftermarket ABS sensor mate ? I had a aftermarket crank sensor and it was a sod to get out, put a new OE VW to replace it.

Pricey but looks fum. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-E30-3-0-M3-RMS-Supercharged-S50b30-443BHP-1990-318IS-Sleeper-16-950/153667506939?hash=item23c74c12fb:g:XsMAAOSwKF9c~sTm

I was trying to sort out my rear bumper corner clips as the corners were loose and noticed furthest back you can go on the rear frame I have some rust that will need cutting out , its behind the bolts that hold the rear bumper on, fuel filler side. Will be a bumper off job so going to refresh the whole area with new brackets and bolts etc as do not want to visit this area again for a long time to come. These are the new parts I purchased today and will be parts used for the underside rear bumper refresh . Back to body shop she will go for full inspection any welding, paint and undercoat. Best to get on to it quick to make it less of a job. Rear corner bumper clips x4 with seal 191807193 ebay Rear bumper heat shield 535807517 Heritage Bumper clips x9 535804538 Heritage Rear right bumper bracket 535807331 Heritage Rear left bumper bracket 535807332 Heritage Bolts for brackets N01024016 x4 + washers N01152527 x4 + bolts for brackets N90309201 x4 + N91017701 pop rivets for heat guard x6 VW Dealers Firstly I always check if the dealers have the bolts available, everyone else that sells them puts on top of the dealers price so always cheaper at the dealers as they give me trade price. got to know the parts guy well. Once the bumper is off Im going to have the the bumper Iron powder coated. Will get the back of the bumper area painted/ sealed and the rust spot cut out at the body shop. So there you go chaps that is the parts for a full bumper refresh !

Good luck with this Ant sounds like your well on your way to solving the issues.

That looks a lovely motor, its amazing how small these cars look to their modern counterparts. These have such a great front body with the grill and Hella headlights, also some great BBS options at much better value then the VW world, may I add a bloody great interior and dash.

On the other hand the internet is a brilliant aid like this forum.

Not unless you like driving a Yugo. I think when you see kids sitting together and they are looking at their Iphones and there is no verbal interaction between them, pretty much sums up the situation that modern communication has caused.

This is about the only good golf 16V I have seen on the market in the last six months for not silly money if anyone is looking to add a friend for their Corrado. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1990-Volkswagen-Golf-GTI-MK2-16v-3-owner-blue-Big-Bumper-Rare-ROYAL-Blue/283651807945?hash=item420af71ac9:g:lPMAAOSwMN5dr~QG

That is a sucker so the LHD are a hell of alot easier to obtain but do not fit RHD. I believe they sold the Corrado in Japan, I wonder if they have some RHD ones :scratch:

179 Euro was that with the sensors and cabling etc ? what do they go for now adding on scene tax/ How come ARZ sold them were they the last OE stock in Germany they got hold of ? Cheers.

They are great lets be honest.

Hi Mart , There is a different part number , and the magic number for RHD is 536919527 LHD is 535919527

All I can say on this matter is I want a set lol ! Is there a part number on the RHD side ones as Im on the hunt for a set and do not want to end up with a LHD set that I would be unable to house in my car.

Thanks Fen Ill have a good read of that. I noticed on an old thread today that you have some VDO gauges chap ? Very nice.

E30 are great for parts. did consider a lovely red 1.8 IS not to long back, the seller had spent a fortune on it and also the car had a real cool check interior . Mk2 Corrado would be great but you would just hope to god it would have some retro throw back designs to the original MK1. not a big fan of the Scirroco at present , sort of looks like a Golf with a nappy on, sorry if that offends anyone just my opinion.