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by blazeguarder
Wed Jan 25, 2023 11:46 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Boot lock / fuel filler lock failures
Replies: 2
Views: 733

Boot lock / fuel filler lock failures

Hi all, Used to post fairly frequently many years ago on the 9n3 forum, hoping for a bit of advice with a friends 6R so thought I'd come back! Got what appears to be the reasonably common boot lock failure - won't open by lifting the emblem handle or by holding the boot release on the fob (although ...
by blazeguarder
Thu May 07, 2015 6:10 pm
Forum: MK7 (9N3) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2006-2008
Topic: Retrofit Multifunction MK5 GTI wheel WITH Multifunction?
Replies: 3
Views: 2223

Re: Retrofit Multifunction MK5 GTI wheel WITH Multifunction?

You can reuse the airbag as it's the same but the multifunction wheel is a no-go I'm afraid - there isn't the facility for it in the head unit
by blazeguarder
Thu May 07, 2015 6:10 pm
Forum: MK6 (9N) Polo - Years 2002-2005
Topic: Cruise control fitting kit
Replies: 2
Views: 1605

Re: Cruise control fitting kit

I don't know about the process of routing a wire to the ECU but I've fitted this a few years ago and, although a bit fiddly, it is doable. With the steering wheel off and the CCM/relay panel dropped down a bit you can get your arm in so long as you aren't too built... It's a hassle since you can't s...
by blazeguarder
Tue Feb 24, 2015 6:43 pm
Forum: Unsorted For Sale Posts
Topic: Edition 30 headrests
Replies: 0
Views: 1317

Edition 30 headrests

Hi guys, Got a complete set of headrests from a Golf GTI Edition 30 for sale on ebay at the moment. Anthracite leather with red contrasting stitching and the GTI logo embossed on the two front ones. No rips/tears. New, a complete set is £400+ so grab a bargain! http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-GOlf-GTI-...
by blazeguarder
Wed Aug 27, 2014 11:38 am
Forum: MK7 (9N3) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2006-2008
Topic: GTi Poor Fuel Economy
Replies: 5
Views: 2646

GTi Poor Fuel Economy

Hi all, Hoping someone can give me a birt of advice on some recent issues I've been having with poor fuel economy on my GTi. I've gone from getting around 400 miles from a tank on the motorway to about 250ish. Worse in town. Unmodified engine. No warning lights on the dash and the only fault code is...
by blazeguarder
Wed May 21, 2014 9:57 pm
Forum: MK7 (9N3) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2006-2008
Topic: Polo 9n3 tow bar?!
Replies: 1
Views: 1839

Re: Polo 9n3 tow bar?!

Dunno about aftermarket, but VW say you can't have one on a GTi. Page 11 of this: http://www.volkswagen.co.uk/assets/comm ... celist.pdf
by blazeguarder
Sun May 11, 2014 5:29 pm
Forum: MK7 (9N3) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2006-2008
Topic: Electrical Problem? (Polo 9N3)
Replies: 5
Views: 3501

Re: Electrical Problem? (Polo 9N3)

Do these symptoms only happen when the engine is idle/low speed stuff or when you're at speed as well? If it's just on idle I'd be inclined to think there might possibly be an alternator fault. Does the battery light ever come on? The car turns stuff off like ABS, power steering etc in a sequence to...
by blazeguarder
Sat May 10, 2014 12:31 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: The New 2014 Polo (Brochure)
Replies: 59
Views: 17504

Re: The New 2014 Polo (Brochure)

Jesus Christ. Don't pay £85 for car mats. Lots of perfectly good places to get them from that are genuine and a lot less...

Here's where I get mine from. VW parts dept that sells online: Shop4Volkswagen
by blazeguarder
Fri May 02, 2014 3:16 pm
Forum: MK7 (9N3) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2006-2008
Topic: Lower grill gti
Replies: 2
Views: 1376

Re: Lower grill gti

If you're replacing it with another one then you might find it easier to cut it out by cutting through some of the horizontal slats first. Otherwise it can be pretty tightly clipped on and cause the entire bumper around it to start flexing. That's what happened to mine anyway...
by blazeguarder
Fri May 02, 2014 3:14 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: OK daytime running lights now
Replies: 10
Views: 7165

Re: OK daytime running lights now

So effectively all that you are doing by turning on the lights at night, is turning on the instrument lights. Meaning it's easy to forget, meaning you drive at night with no panel illumination.... Honestly, I've never understood this argument. With no panel lights, you can't see speed/amount of fue...
by blazeguarder
Sun Feb 02, 2014 12:44 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Drum Brake Pantage!
Replies: 9
Views: 2499

Re: Drum Brake Pantage!

Hammerite do a paint called Direct To Rust which is great for unprotected metal and is designed to be painted on rusty surfaces. A bit of surface prep mainly to get the loose rust off and that's all you need, a brass brush (like a toothbrush) is ideal. Yeah, I used this on mine as well when I had d...
by blazeguarder
Sun Feb 02, 2014 12:42 pm
Forum: MK6 (9N) Polo - Years 2002-2005
Topic: Thinking of selling up, one of those "what's it worth" posts
Replies: 7
Views: 2454

Re: Thinking of selling up, one of those "what's it worth" p

I'm still undecided David. I think I've just gotten slightly bored after six years! Seeing as it's still relatively standard (even the wheels!), playing about with it might rekindle some interest. Always been meaning to do an engine build which would end up doubling stock power and cost maybe £500 ...
by blazeguarder
Sun Jan 26, 2014 4:33 pm
Forum: MK6 (9N) Polo - Years 2002-2005
Topic: Thinking of selling up, one of those "what's it worth" posts
Replies: 7
Views: 2454

Re: Thinking of selling up, one of those "what's it worth" p

What? You're selling up? It'll be a shame to lose you from the forum Ash, always been a fan of your posts...

Any ideas what you'll be replacing it with?
by blazeguarder
Sun Jan 26, 2014 4:30 pm
Forum: MK7 (9N3) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2006-2008
Topic: Interior Light intermittent (above rear view mirror)
Replies: 2
Views: 1505

Re: Interior Light intermittent (above rear view mirror)

If you pop the lens cover off you should be able to see two screws that you'll need to undo before you can pull the light unit out to get to the wiring. Hopefully its simple like something's just worked loose... Is it intermittent when you open the door or if you just try and turn it on?
by blazeguarder
Mon Nov 25, 2013 5:40 pm
Forum: Wanted
Topic: EDITION 30 BITS NEEDED
Replies: 9
Views: 2677

Re: EDITION 30 BITS NEEDED

If you're still looking for Edition 30 headrests, I have a full set. Leather with red stitching. PM me for more details.