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    Managed to get on a computer that doesn't block image hosting sites, so read through your entire thread since I've been away earlier Daren. Gotta say you've done an amazing job, and once again your car is up there with the best of them! Some fantastic progress and cracking pics mate, really looking forward to seeing this at a few shows next year! :thumbright:
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    Just bear in mind you'll need to remove the upper inlet manifold too to get to the injector rail if that is part of the loom you'll be replacing. Pretty sure the main multi-pin plug is reverse thread as well - if someone could confirm?
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    Yeah the mushroom was leather. It was a much darker beige than what you see normally on these though.
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    I'm sure I've seen a 'mushroom' beige on early cars which I think was a factory option.
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    You've got to tilt the sunroof up, then push on two clips either side before sliding it out iirc.
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    The clocks are just illuminated with white bulbs and a green filter as standard Rob. Provided you still have the green filter, it should be really simple to change back mate.
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    Just tell her the reason they aren't often in there, is that they're so rare, yet still very sought after. Once you've bought one, you can tell her you got an absolute bargain and it was too good to turn down!!
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    I've noticed that too. Not sure why, there are some incredible Corrados out there but I suppose more people just need to put themselves forward............
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    The cheap ones on ebay will be perfectly fine, quite a few on here have replaced them with ones bought from ebay.
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    There was someone on here (I think it was this forum) that did it a couple of years ago with a couple of mates. They did it in a 5 series as it provided practicality and comfort. I think the rally specified it had to be all in and roadworthy etc for under a grand too, so it was trying to find something as bulletproof as that for the money.
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    VR6 into a mk2 has been done to death I agree, but I'm pretty sure its far less common in a mk1. I may be wrong but I'm pretty sure you'd be seriously restricted for space in there.
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    I'm sure its been done, but I'd guess its a huge amount of hassle getting a vr6 into such a small bay. Its the torque you'll need to pull a caravan, so turbo would be perfectly fine. Turbo diesel would be better though............
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    The one that immediately springs to mind and probably the only likely lump to comfortably fit is the 1.8 20vT. Go for the 225bhp out of the S3/TT/LCR and you'll be well. I'd be more concerned about weight though, not sure it'd be adviseable or even legal to tow a caravan with a mk1, especially a cab.
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    You shouldn't need to drain too much to be fair as the stat is quite high up in the system. As previously suggested, stat can be tested using a pan of water brought to the boil. Should open up at 87 degrees or there abouts. They are often completely goosed though so its obvious upon removal that its had it.
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    I find the standard clips in the picure much better than jubilee clips to be honest. I've never known them leak provided they are fitted correctly, whereas Jubilee clips leak quite often, and are far more likely to damage the rubber hoses by cutting into them if overtightened.
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    Grey were still available this time last year. VAGCAT lists all 3 colour part numbers, but doesn't specify which is which! I took a punt and got grey, then coloured them beige with my colouring kit.
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    All the best for your future endeavours Andi, thank you for your dedication to keeping such a great forum running. Welcome to your successor also!
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    Good info, thanks for posting. I do think your a little late though..................
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    Number Plates

    seanl82 replied to Wendy's topic in Exterior

    Wendy, have a look in the suppliers forum, I think there is someone reproducing exact replicas of the original dealer plates, so if you know which dealer originally sold your car, you could add those (and tax disk holder but don't think you'll really need it any more) to give it the authentic brand new look!
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    As you say Jim they're simply locating dowels, so as long as you are confident of getting a good seal, removing them should be fine mate.
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    I'd be up for 1 of each too Rog, will be down around New Year so I can collect em from you then mate! :thumbleft:
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    Ask around for someone with a multimeter to check the output that the alternator is providing first. I'd do that before spending money on anything, just to ensure it is that at fault. Definitely check your own alternator for part number too, as if its been changed, who knows what it has been changed with, especially if it was fitted at an independant garage.
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    65 amp should be sufficient for a 16v, as its the cold cranking amps that make the difference. VR6 requires much higher CCA which is why the 90A is fitted, and 120A for cars with A/C. It depends on the load at the time, but 65A should be more than sufficient even for night running with everything switched on. I'd change the regulator first as already suggested, and see how you get on mate.
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    As said it depends how far you want to go with modification, but my signature below details some of the cost effective and common things you can easily replace/upgrade. Have a look in the wiki section too, as there are plenty of guides to common faults and failures, and how to fix them. Worth trawling through a few peoples members gallery too, as you can see what people have done and if you like the look of things. Welcome to the forum anyway!!!
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    I believe it has, and iirc it was thought best to seek alternatives as the 3D plastic material they use is very brittle compared to most other plastics used for automotive trim, and the prongs/arms would likely snap the first time it was used to attach or remove it from the grille.
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