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by Mypoloisaposlow
Mon Jul 11, 2016 10:50 pm
Forum: DIY Guides
Topic: Cam belt and Water pump replacement interval
Replies: 2
Views: 3248

Re: Cam belt and Water pump replacement interval

Thought as much. :/


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by Mypoloisaposlow
Fri Jul 08, 2016 11:34 pm
Forum: DIY Guides
Topic: Cam belt and Water pump replacement interval
Replies: 2
Views: 3248

Cam belt and Water pump replacement interval

Hi all, now I'm pretty sure I'm over but I like to chance things... Not long taken ownership of a 2010 1.6tdi 75bhp polo 6R and previous owner isn't much use as doesn't know if cam belt had been done. Checked Autodata and that says 140,000 MILES(!!) or 5 years. I'm just over the 5 years but only on ...
by Mypoloisaposlow
Tue Jul 05, 2016 9:16 pm
Forum: Detailing / Bodywork
Topic: Smoothing Bumper
Replies: 4
Views: 8289

Re: Smoothing Bumper

Looks epic mate ! :o :D where from and how much? I bought the grille from "Masters of Bumpers" through eBay, but rather than paying the £295 asking price and £12 postage, I live 40 miles away from them so drove there myself and bought it for £280 and has it same day. I then spent another ...
by Mypoloisaposlow
Fri Jul 01, 2016 8:42 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Friendly advice
Replies: 7
Views: 2689

Re: Friendly advice

I work in a garage and remove wheels on a daily basis.
My answer to removing stubborn wheels?
The horse kick. [emoji106]
Stand with your back to the car, one hand under the wheel arch with all bolts removed and boot it!
99% of the time it works!


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by Mypoloisaposlow
Fri Jul 01, 2016 12:05 am
Forum: Detailing / Bodywork
Topic: Smoothing Bumper
Replies: 4
Views: 8289

Re: Smoothing Bumper

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That it fitted. [emoji7]


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by Mypoloisaposlow
Fri Jul 01, 2016 12:04 am
Forum: Detailing / Bodywork
Topic: Smoothing Bumper
Replies: 4
Views: 8289

Re: Smoothing Bumper

Hello, I'm looking for any advice possible! I've got a 6r and I'm really wanting my front bumper smoothed, can they be bought anywhere or are they easy to do yourself? Any help will be appreciated! cheers :lol: Pain in the ass to smooth properly, by the time you have filled it with resin and cured,...
by Mypoloisaposlow
Thu Jun 30, 2016 10:17 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Hello and my car with questions!
Replies: 2
Views: 1368

Re: Hello and my car with questions!

So firstly, Hello, I'm new! I've had my Polo 6R for about a month and a half so far, enjoying it but as with most cars, could always be quicker! Had the misfortune of a woman slamming on the brakes 2 weeks ago so messed up my front end but already repairing it myself. Cheaper than insurance as I wa...
by Mypoloisaposlow
Wed Jun 29, 2016 7:46 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Hello and my car with questions!
Replies: 2
Views: 1368

Hello and my car with questions!

So firstly, Hello, I'm new! I've had my Polo 6R for about a month and a half so far, enjoying it but as with most cars, could always be quicker! Had the misfortune of a woman slamming on the brakes 2 weeks ago so messed up my front end but already repairing it myself. Cheaper than insurance as I wan...