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by d-ash
Mon Mar 27, 2017 8:47 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: 110 TSI R Line potential purchase
Replies: 24
Views: 4987

Re: 110 TSI R Linepotential purchase

richards_owen wrote:I can't comment for the 1.0 although other comments suggest its still a really good engine! But if you are concerned - they stopped making the 1.2 in 65/16plates so that could be an option?...
1.2 TSi 4 cyl currently available with 90ps output
by d-ash
Thu Mar 23, 2017 1:01 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: 110 TSI R Line potential purchase
Replies: 24
Views: 4987

Re: 110 TSI R Linepotential purchase

Hi eelis.

Sorry to divert from stephen60's thread for a minute...

I'm a fellow previous up! owner and recognise you from the up! forum :wink:

Glad you're enjoying the Polo. Me too !! It was a really good move.

Dave
by d-ash
Thu Mar 23, 2017 9:12 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: 110 TSI R Line potential purchase
Replies: 24
Views: 4987

Re: 110 TSI R Linepotential purchase

Another option is the 4 cyl 1.2 TSi R-Line. OK, its 'only' 90ps, but it pulls nicely at low revs and is extremely smooth and quiet.
by d-ash
Sun Mar 19, 2017 11:16 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Windscreen Mould
Replies: 15
Views: 4685

Re: Windscreen Mould

I've seen that on one of my VWs before. Not an issue as long as it stays confined to the edge.
by d-ash
Sun Mar 12, 2017 11:01 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Bluegt manual to auto swap
Replies: 7
Views: 2614

Re: Blue gt manual to auto swap

Treat DSG with respect. Can be very expensive if they go wrong. I had a Golf DSG for 3 years, but luckily no issues (apart from refusal to provide traction in either 1st or reverse once when on gravel).
by d-ash
Sun Mar 12, 2017 10:04 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Bluegt manual to auto swap
Replies: 7
Views: 2614

Re: Bluegt manual to auto swap

Be wary of maintenance/servicing costs on car with DSG box

Great fun to drive with those instant gear changes !!
by d-ash
Sun Mar 12, 2017 10:01 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: New Polo Blue GT
Replies: 4
Views: 1458

Re: New Polo Blue GT

Hi and welcome. I'm fairly new here too... I'm also biased when it comes to best colour !! I'll have to investigate whether Car Play can be applied to my ICE system. First service in a couple of weeks, so I will check with the dealer. I've had my paintwork detailed to remove all swirls and marring, ...
by d-ash
Tue Mar 07, 2017 12:47 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: So...This just happened :/
Replies: 9
Views: 2219

Re: So...This just happened :/

Amazed by that paintless repair. I'd have thought that the metal would have stretched when first damaged preventing a perfect repair.

haflidi3 - does your insurance not cover for windscreen replacement (perhaps with a small excess to pay)?
by d-ash
Sun Feb 19, 2017 11:18 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Led rear light bulbs
Replies: 18
Views: 4767

Re: Led rear light bulbs

Looking at your photos I'm sure mine is a different brand to yours, and might have a different ballast. Don't know whether HIDS Direct have sufficient info to advise resistances on the different types of LED they import to help in your choice. You're welcome to try my spare if you're nearby (Darling...
by d-ash
Sun Feb 19, 2017 10:02 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Led rear light bulbs
Replies: 18
Views: 4767

Re: Led rear light bulbs

Perhaps one of the LED bulbs is faulty. Have you tried the one which works in the other side to see if one rear light assembly is causing the error code? Alternatively, the ballast of the 2 LEDs combined may not be enough to prevent the error (whereas one LED plus one filament bulb provide just enou...
by d-ash
Sat Feb 18, 2017 4:02 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: My First Car [POLO 6R 1.2 Match Ed] - MODs IDEAS?
Replies: 9
Views: 3189

Re: My First Car [POLO 6R 1.2 Match Ed] - MODs IDEAS?

You've done a good job. The finished result looks spot on :wink:
by d-ash
Thu Feb 16, 2017 10:17 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: My First Car [POLO 6R 1.2 Match Ed] - MODs IDEAS?
Replies: 9
Views: 3189

Re: My First Car [POLO 6R 1.2 Match Ed] - MODs IDEAS?

How about a photo showing the taillight tint :wink: Is it a pre-cut plastic film specific to the Polo?
by d-ash
Wed Feb 15, 2017 4:27 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Jack slipped
Replies: 15
Views: 6196

Re: Jack slipped

Can't see how chipsaway are going to sort that damage.

Another option is to obtain/paint/install R-Line/GTI extended sills

Did the same when I damaged the sill on a Golf many years ago. Cheaper than a repair at the bodyshop
by d-ash
Mon Feb 13, 2017 10:58 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: LED reversing light
Replies: 12
Views: 2694

Re: LED reversing light

Installed the LED today. You need small hands !! Had to first undo a large nylon screw to release the tail-light assembly (access through small hatch in the boot lining), then slide a small red shield back on the connector block which allows the, then accessible, connector block release tab to be sq...
by d-ash
Fri Feb 10, 2017 9:41 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: LED reversing light
Replies: 12
Views: 2694

Re: LED reversing light

Looks same design as what I've ordered. I'm getting the 60W equivalent version. So should be brighter. :wink:

Thanks for those video links