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by gti-joe
Tue Nov 16, 2021 4:55 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Spark plug socket stuck
Replies: 7
Views: 1089

Re: Spark plug socket stuck

Thanks for the reply, think your right on the hex part. Never had the problem before, used it on my old 20valve turbo engine which had a long tube like the current engine and 16 valve engines but I think I may have to get a professional to look at this one.
by gti-joe
Tue Nov 16, 2021 2:59 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Spark plug socket stuck
Replies: 7
Views: 1089

Spark plug socket stuck

Was servicing my 64 plate Blue GT at the weekend, oil, filters plugs etc. All going well until the last job which was to change the spark plugs. Removed the 1st coil pack and put the spark plug socket on the end of and extension bar down the hole, it went down the hole fine and slipped onto the spar...
by gti-joe
Sat Jul 09, 2016 11:32 pm
Forum: Powertrain
Topic: Engine not running right
Replies: 3
Views: 2568

Re: Engine not running right

Sounds like it is putting itself into limp mode (safe mode) for some reason. Best to have it scanned (VAGCOM) to see if there are any faults logged in the ECU.
by gti-joe
Sun Jul 03, 2016 7:22 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Polo 6R/6C Photo Gallery
Replies: 630
Views: 688354

Re: Polo 6R/6C Photo Gallery

After having my Blue GT for 18 months from new finally a mate took some decent pics. Slowly getting it to the way I want it. http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e76/BLUEPOLO/Polo%20Blue%20GT2_zpswmm9segj.jpg http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e76/BLUEPOLO/Polo%20Blue%20GT%204_zps4dfzyfea.jpg http://i37...
by gti-joe
Mon May 23, 2016 9:38 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tyres
Topic: Selection of wheel spacers
Replies: 1
Views: 2152

Re: Selection of wheel spacers

Will take offers on these.
by gti-joe
Mon May 16, 2016 5:58 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tyres
Topic: Selection of wheel spacers
Replies: 1
Views: 2152

Selection of wheel spacers

As title, prices don't include delivery, this would have to be calculated once spacers are wrapped up or collected from Edinburgh. All are VW centre bore of 57.1mm Set of 4 bolt on H&R hubcentric spacers 25mm (50mm across the axle). 5x100, 57.1MM centre bore. Would split into 2 sets. £50 for set...
by gti-joe
Mon Nov 09, 2015 7:56 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Insuring your Blue GT
Replies: 8
Views: 2221

Re: Insuring your Blue GT

Inner Edinburgh. £200 fully comp with General Accident through comparison sight.
by gti-joe
Sun Aug 16, 2015 8:09 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Battery Terminal Covers
Replies: 18
Views: 6083

Re: Battery Terminal Covers

Had a quick look under the bonnet today after reading this only to discover my battery terminals both have covers. Bonus :D .
by gti-joe
Fri Aug 14, 2015 5:23 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: External return spring for rear callipers
Replies: 15
Views: 4534

Re: External return spring for rear callipers

Same as above. Not sure if they have improved them internally but they look the same externally hence why I chucked a spare set I had on just to be on the safe side.
by gti-joe
Fri Aug 07, 2015 10:46 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Spax Springs
Replies: 2
Views: 957

Re: Spax Springs

I had Spax -40mm springs and matching dampers on my 9n3 GTI, found them very harsh and uncomfortable, only lasted about a month before I removed them and bought a set of good quality coilovers.
by gti-joe
Sun Jul 12, 2015 1:05 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: H&R 25/40 springs
Replies: 8
Views: 2608

Re: H&R 25/40 springs

Cheaper as the £ to euro exchange rate is in our favour at the moment.
by gti-joe
Sat May 16, 2015 11:16 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: STICKING BRAKES
Replies: 7
Views: 8134

Re: STICKING BRAKES

Just read the owners manual myself and it appears not but a certain criteria must be met for it to activate. Taken from the owners manual. Conditions 1 to 3 must be met at the same time 1. On an incline, the stationary vehicle must be held in position with the footbrake until the vehicle starts movi...
by gti-joe
Sat May 16, 2015 7:05 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: STICKING BRAKES
Replies: 7
Views: 8134

Re: STICKING BRAKES

As above, pretty certain it is the hill hold system kicking in. It holds the car for the second it takes for you reaching the bite point of the clutch in a hill start situation after releasing the handbrake.

Check the owners manual for more detailed info.
by gti-joe
Thu Apr 23, 2015 2:51 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: New member
Replies: 4
Views: 1285

Re: New member

Ciao
by gti-joe
Thu Apr 23, 2015 2:47 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Ordering a new Polo GTi
Replies: 9
Views: 2410

Re: Ordering a new Polo GTi

Can confirm that you keep all the incentives that VW offer if you buy the car through VW Finance. The day after I got the car home I phoned VW Finance and just said I would like to withdraw from the finance agreement and the lady on the phone gave me a settlement figure which included a days interes...