Roger Chatfield

Rob, I'm happy to pop up mate if you want to check mine, I believe it's OE.

Rog.

Rob, are you getting stickers made like what Edd did? If so put me down for a chrome set please.

Rog.

Evening chums.

Anyone here keep Cichlids?

I've had tropical fish for a few years but want something different, I'm looking at cichlids, in particular Malawi.

Looking for advice, tips etc.

Rog.

Anyone see wheeler dealers?

Edd sorted out the red front grill VR6 badge by using a sticker... It actually looked spot on.

So, anyone know where to get them? And is it possible to get them in chrome?

Rog.

Evening chums.

I've reached that stage in life where I'm convinced that I need glasses, I mean I even think some Fords look good so things are getting serious...lol

So, where should I go for a test? I want an unbiased test that just tells me what's wrong with my eye sight and not some 'marketing tool' to convince me to buy some glasses.

Opinions please.

Rog.

What's the brightness and light spread like? I know HID lamps don't really work with our old style reflectors so was wondering about these.

Rog.

Looks like CREE led lamps are getting popular these days, has anyone had any experience of them as replacements for head lights?

Rog.

I've pencilled this in and two other lads from down here are up for it as well.

Anyone else interested in joining our convoy up from the South West?

Rog.

Nice VR mate, love the colour, really suits the Corrado.

Rog.

I made and used this when I rebuilt a Honda engine.

Happy to post it up to you mate, you can modify it anyway you want then just send it back when you are finished.

Rog.

Smiths mate.

Just got my copy, nice little write up on the C, all positive and accurate.

Magazine reckons prices are rising and will continue to do so.. strongly ...

Rog.

Maybe try Dan at Devon Dub Shack, I know he had a few head liners last time I was there, be sure to mention that I sent you and if you use the code UKULELE he'll give you some discount.

Rog.

Oh, maybe not what you are looking for mate.

All I did was replace the 6x4's in the back as I didn't want the 6x9's that were in the parcel shelf, I managed to get a new shelf and didn't want to cut holes in it.

I havnt changed any of the other speakers.

Rog.

Yes mate, I ended up getting some that one of the lads on the CRX forum recommended.

They were quite cheap but I'm chuffed to bits with them.

Can't remember the brand but I can dig out the info if you want.

Rog.

Cheers for the heads up, sounds right up my street.

Rog.

Good work fella, I'll have to pop up for a brew sometime.

Rog.

Brilliant mate, like you said it's certainly moved on a bit, good for kids, better for adults lol.

Quick one for you,

Back along when I had engine problems I was seeing high oil temps, as it happens the engine had a problem and its that that cause the high temp but during investigation I discovered that the temp sensor is surprisingly accurate.

But, I think its possibly in the wrong location, its on the filter housing which bolts to the block, am I right in thinking the sensor with be subject to heat soak from the block?

Could I move it, I'm thinking of relocating it to the sump.

Anyone done this? good or bad idea?

Rog.

The Mk1 Scirroco looks the better of the two IMO

Know what you mean, I've always loved the shape of the Mk1, I had an Alfasud Sprint for a number of years, designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, same person who designed the Mk1... I do think they have an uncanny resemblance to each other....lol.... Think someone got paid twice for the same design.

Rog.

Stealing this pic from Tempest's post I can't help but think the Corrado should have been the Mk2 Scirocco.

It looks far more like a Mk1 than the mk2 ever did.

Then I think the Mk2 Scirocco should have been the Mk2 Passat coupe...

Did someone mess up at VW.

Rog.

Awesome pics, like Rob something I'd love to do.

Btw seeing a mk1 Scirroco next to a Corrado, can't help but think the Corrado should have been eithe the Mk2 or Mk3 Scirroco.... Tbh it's looks more simular to a mk1 than the Mk2 does.

Rog.

The only reason Corrado prices are low is because places like this constantly run them down, outside of the Corrado community they are very well regarded, I remember when I got mine, lads at work were amazed how little I paid for it.

Personally I think Corrados have turned a corner, yes they will never be worth millions but I think they are on the rise.

Rog.

Thanks, actually look way better than I thought they would, deffo going on the Christmas list.

Rog.

Update... Not done much to old 'Stormy' apart drive it to work most days and I sorted out a few rusty bits, I did think about one getting the car resprayed but I think as its used daily I'll just let it wear it's scars with dignity... however I have got a few winter jobs lined up... A few things gathering dust in the garage to fit.. Passat glass sunroof, TOAD Alarm and finally a nice set SP263's... Watch this space..lol

Oh, and it passed its MoT today with no advisories.

Rog.