seanl82

Congrats! I take it that emissions aren't really a show stopper as its non standard? A clean underbelly is where its at btw!

No sticking with OE Jim. I'm starting to get on a bit now, and can't deal with it being any stiffer than it already is.

No I got them from Heritage Mic. The RHS one is genuine VW, but the left is discontinued so is Topran. Both the same price though, and much cheaper than I thought they'd be tbh. I may source the bushes from VW to put into the LHS one though. Shouldn't be more than a few quid each, but who knows with the dealer.

Pushing on with gathering parts for the underside refurb. Nice little box arrived today. Got a few other bits too like various brake pipe clips, hose clips and fittings, heatshield clips etc as well. Just track rods which I forgot about, CV joints, the elusive front left brake shield, brake pipes and some nuts and bolts and I'll be there. Oh, and to actually get the bits powdercoated. Not sure if I should powdercoat them or just paint them though............ :scratch:

EJ is right Jim. I see the little things wrong with mine all the time. Despite spending close to 7k on it over the last 3 years, I still don't feel like its up there amongst the better ones. Its good that you have the ST to use daily, which means you can just keep it locked up and squirrel away the odd few quid, or buy parts for it from month to month and get around to getting it how you'd like it. Remember what it is, a 20 odd year old car that has enabled you to meet some good friends and have some memorable days or weekends out with. Just keep it that way and use it for the odd show every now and then. I fear you're comparing it too much to the much more refined (and quicker) daily. I know where you're coming from having to use mine daily at the moment, is really is taking the driving pleasure out of it. I do still love its look though, but accept there will come a time when I will move on to pastures new. That said, in your own words previously, its not worth a great deal in its present condition. If you're not desperate for money, keep it locked up and come back to it and do things when you can. :thumbleft:

Inbound, thanks bud.

Haha, I like that last bit Stuart! Super soaker eat your heart out!

Welcome to the forum! Look forward and hope to see some pictures of them all together!

I'll take the Shifter mech please mate. If you could pm me details and postage cost please and I'll get payment over. Thanks.

I saw that yesterday. Good mod that!...............

I know what you mean mate. As mentioned, change the plug at next oil service, but keep an ear out for any scraping.

You can upgrade to the shallow R32 Sump, but you'll need oil pickup too. If your not too low, I'd say just inspect and replace the Sump plug at next oil change. You can get a replacement second hand or aftermarket OE Sump for reasonable money, but bear in mind you'll need a new gasket as well (same with R32 and it's alloy so if you're still low it's much weaker). Your choice though mate.

Welcome Mal! I can only think of 2 couples that both own Corrados, so yeah, you'e got it bad! lol. Have a look round the forum and make yourself at home, any questions just have a search first and then ask away. :thumbleft:

I got the spring a few weeks back. Told someone else the part number too who got one.

40 mpg at 80mph, I think the only Corrado you'll get close to that is with the 2.0 8v. VR6 you'll see about 30mpg at that speed, maybe 35/36 in a 16v.

The VR6 is a DOHC engine, not single cam btw. Again, hold out until you've had a good look round mine or Daves. You'll know what to look for and it really makes a difference. A 16v is less desireable so in theory you should get more for your money, and will obviously be much better on fuel economy, but don't be put off by the VR6 for that reason. I run mine as a daily at the moment, and have no bother what so ever. I'm around at the weekend if that suits you mate. Sunday would be best for me, but I'm off all next week too so anytime then if it suits you better to come have a good look.

Bit of a mental price tbf.

Take the wheel off and spin the disk. You should be able to see if its warped. I'd suggest a dodgy bearing though if its only happening after a while, all the components would have heated up and expanded so make themselves more apparent. Go for a drive and wait for it to happen, then pull over and feel around the disk, hub, and drive shaft areas to see if there is anything noticeably hot.

Anyone on here buy these?

Oh and in the meantime, have a look around the site and make yourself at home. Especially check the Wiki section, theres a good buyers guide in there, and some guides on common faults/upgrades.

You're welcome mate. I'm away for the week but I'll PM you in a few days, and we can organise something that best suits.

Welcome to the Forum Steve. Good luck in your search too. I'm close by if you want to have a look around. I'll give you a spin too so you know what to expect etc, and I'd like to think I'm relatively knowledgeable so you're welcome to pick my brains any time. :thumbleft:

Who did you buy them from? I take it they're being pretty helpful in helping you source the replacement springs?

Have a look in the Wiki. All explained there mate.

Enjoy your day guys, gutted I can't be there. :(