KARMANN 0 Posted June 19, 2003 iv got a 1.8 16V its not as quick as it should be i kno its an old car but its only touching 80K miles.any ideas what this could be or ways to find out? thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike Edwards 0 Posted June 19, 2003 Describe the problem. "Slow" is too vague to offer any pointers... :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G60 0 Posted June 19, 2003 it doesn't have a t3/t4 turbo fitted yet. slap one of those on, you're sorted. :D Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim 2 Posted June 19, 2003 Hm.. i'd personally be calling up a local VW specialist, and getting them to give the car a once over or a checkover on a rolling road. If you have any doubts, that will identify flat spots in the rev range and help identify any potential problems.. But could turn out positive.... Had my ex-16v RR'd at a CCGB day up at Stealth Racing early last year some time - came back at a healthy 144BHP, even though I was certain there must be something not right :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KARMANN 0 Posted June 20, 2003 Yeah i know thats prob the best thing to do.can anyone recomend good VW specialist in glasgow area?how much should i expect to pay for the once over?anything else i should ask them to check?the car takes bout 2-3 seconds longer than it should to hit 60 annoying!!also from about 70-100 feels sluggish i had a 1.4 306 and from anywhere above 70 i recon it would leave my C for dead. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
biggrim 0 Posted June 20, 2003 Bedrock veedubs. Motherwell but very happy with their help. Joe M just had his VR serviced there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joe M 0 Posted June 21, 2003 Highly recomended, if theres a problem with your car, im sure they will figure it out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KARMANN 0 Posted June 21, 2003 how much,du think i should expect to pay for them just to check it out? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Supercharged 2 Posted June 22, 2003 As its on 80k miles I would put it in for a major service and just tell the garage it feels a bit sluggish, then with a change of plugs, and new filters they can tune it up for you and diagnose any problems. VW charge around £200 - a good specialist may charge a similar amount but do a much more comprehensive service so you'll get more for your money! If you decide to not use a VW dealer it may be an idea to buy the genuine service parts first, most specialist don't mind this and then you can just pay for labour... If you know the right places you can shop around and get things cheaper than garages anyway (especially at shows) - Also most service parts are around half price through the VW parts club (through the CCGB) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris VR6nos 0 Posted June 23, 2003 Get it sorted, then get a Nitrous kit! £6oo and all your woes are over! PM me for more delails if you become interested in this! Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vr6storm 0 Posted June 23, 2003 iv got a 1.8 16V its not as quick as it should be i kno its an old car but its only touching 80K miles.any ideas what this could be or ways to find out? thanks get yourself to star-performance in glenrothes and they can Rolling-Road tune it......cost approx £40 for the RR run and any other sundries needed Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
