Matt GTi

That is what happened, but the bottom hose did eventually heat up. The guy I know said it probably is the thermostat, but he is not 100%. He's going to change it and see what happens. The top hose also has a shed load of pressure build up when it's hot, it's like a metal bar, it can't be compressed at all.

Thanks for all the replies guys, much appreciated.

Both fans are running fine, the rad is under 1 year old as well.

Thanks for the replies, I am taking to a friend of mine who works for VW tonight. He knows everything about all VW engines, so I'm sure he'll sus it out.

I was on the way to work yesterday, and after sitting in traffic for a few minutes I noticed that the water temp on my car was showing nearly 120c, thought it was a bit strange, but not to bizzare as it was quite hot, and no air flow through the engine for five mins. I noticed on the way home that it climbed up to over 110c, that's with motorway driving as well, so plenty of air flow. It normally sits between 90 and 100c.

My mate has had a quick look this morning, and he suspects it's the head gasket or a cracked head. Does that sound reasonable? He has checked the water pump which he say seems to be working fine.

If it is head gasket or cracked head, how much money are we talking? Or any other ideas what it may be?

Cheers

A guy my mate works with calls his an Eldorado, to wind him up.

To be honest that wouldn't have surprised me! :lol:

Were did you get the paint done Kev, as I am going to do my plastic bits myself I think.

I was giving my car some beans last night, and as i approached the redline in first and second, my handbrake light flashed on and off. Any ideas why? Perhaps it's a shift light that VW didn't tell us about! :lol:

Sorry buddy it's not for sale unfortunately. I've only had it myself since November. Is that your dog in your Avatar btw, we just got a westie as well.

Go for some Koni Top adjustables all round.

How much is that set up on a VR Kev, and were can they be bought from?

The insurance ombudsman (I think that is how it's spelt) may be able to help. 0845 080 1800.

Cheers for the tip Andy. In fact thanks for all the replies guys. (I had a look on that RAC car check thing, and my car was manufactured on 31st Dec 1993.)

I thought it was a 93 to be honest, but it must be a 94 L. How easy a job is the ignition switch to do? Is it a mechanic thing or a novice thing?

I only have the one key, so couldn't say. Can that transponder be disabled? as it has a full cat 1 aftermarket system.

The immobiliser is linked to the alarm, so I would imagine it would cause problems with the alarm as well, wouldn't it?

I hope someone can help me out with this problem. Since I have had the car it has been quite tough to start, at all times, cold, warm, hot whatever. When I turn the key, obviously all the relevant dashboard lights come on, but when I turn it all the way to start the engine, one of two things happens. The lights will stay on, and the car will start, or the lights will all go off, and the car won't start, but it will also stop trying to start after about five seconds.

Any ideas what it could be, I was thinking ignition switch, but not sure what the symptons of a dodgy one are.

Cheers.

I think I'd feel a prick in an RX8 to be honest.

What ever floats your boat I suppose Kev! :lol:

My next car is definately gonna be a new Integra type R. They are lovely looking motors, and I'm really not a fan of rice machines.

Just a quick topic to say thanks to Liam and Steve for the work they did on my mate Grahams car yesterday. He is absolutely thrilled with the work. The car seems really smooth now, and as soon as the throttle cable is changed, it will be even better. Thanks again, and keep up the good work.

If anyone wants any work done on their G60 or G40, then these are the people to see. You won't be disapointed!

Bloody hell! That is top johnny!

I believe I'm right in saying that the McLaren F1 uses them as well?

Cheers for the replies guys. He just told me that he steam cleaned his wheels on Saturday, so I'm guessing that may have something to do with it as well.

Just a few pics of our cars. Sorry they are so big, I can't get them to work as attachments, I'm probably being a dumb ass though!

What do you think?

Driving down a dual carriageway in my mates G60 earlier today, and the ABS light came on. When we stopped, he started the car again, and the light went off, and stayed off. He kept his foot on the brake as he started, and the pedal dropped as you would expect it to. What do you reckon, dodgy wiring, or something else?

Cheers

I realised just as I had submitted that. Dumbass alert! :oops:

Is the g-werks site working properley, all it is doing when you click on the page, is opening my e-mail.

Well not me personally. My other halfs brother bought it. It's Deep red, possibly Indian red, not sure. There are a few bits of the bodywork to be repainted, but there are no dents. As he knows a paint sprayer, they will be sorted quickly and cheaply. It's done 106,000 miles. The guy he bought it from has had it for five years, but never had the charger serviced. So we are not sure on that, but it is putting out very good boost, and gives my VR a good run until we reach stupid figures. He is going to get it serviced thoughprobably through g-werks. (Does anyone know how long it takes to get a charger serviced etc?) It is totally standard, and he got it for the bargain price on £2250.

I will get some pics up, but as the weather was pants yesterday, we couldn't get them clean.