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by albob
Mon Nov 16, 2020 5:38 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Tyres unusually loud after rotating?
Replies: 13
Views: 1178

Re: Tyres unusually loud after rotating?

I rotated my wheels a fortnight ago (bluegt) -- can't say I noticed any difference in noise (my tyres are Pirelli) tho'
by albob
Wed Nov 11, 2020 10:27 am
Forum: MK10 and MK11 (AW/BZ) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2018 onwards
Topic: Fitting skis inside the Polo
Replies: 9
Views: 3814

Re: Fitting skis inside the Polo

I'm working on the basis that if the skis fit my (smaller) car, they will certainly fit the OP's car.... Anyway -- a pair of 170cms skis will fit straight down the middle of the car (66 reg) with right-hand passenger seat folded down. They protrude between the front seats as far as the base of the h...
by albob
Tue Nov 10, 2020 10:10 pm
Forum: MK10 and MK11 (AW/BZ) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2018 onwards
Topic: Fitting skis inside the Polo
Replies: 9
Views: 3814

Re: Fitting skis inside the Polo

I have carried skis in my BlueGt (my2016) no problem (170cm) : can't remember how just now - will give it a go tomorrow and let you know
by albob
Tue Nov 10, 2020 10:07 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: New member saying hi - tips
Replies: 1
Views: 404

Re: New member saying hi - tips

I haven't got any tips -- just saying 'Welcome' :)
by albob
Tue Sep 01, 2020 5:32 pm
Forum: MK10 and MK11 (AW/BZ) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2018 onwards
Topic: Front assist mysteriously disabled at 1 location on 2 occasions
Replies: 6
Views: 936

Re: Front assist mysteriously disabled at 1 location on 2 occasions

Looking at the Google image, might that be an electric fence? - if so, it could be causing interference with the sencors.

Next time you pass, get out and grab the wire ---- ;)
by albob
Tue Aug 11, 2020 7:46 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: BlueGT - which shocks?
Replies: 2
Views: 855

Re: BlueGT - which shocks?

I cant answer your question, but welcome to the forum :)
by albob
Sun Jul 05, 2020 4:09 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: 6r Jacking point trouble
Replies: 17
Views: 2796

Re: 6r Jacking point trouble

I would suggest that the 'creaking' noise you are referring to is the Suspension/Wheels dropping down as the car body rises (only Suggesting mind.....) ; mine does this
by albob
Sun Jun 28, 2020 6:40 pm
Forum: MK10 and MK11 (AW/BZ) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2018 onwards
Topic: GTI Polo on Nordschleife
Replies: 1
Views: 735

Re: GTI Polo on Nordschleife

Gonna need new tyres after all that screeching !! ;)
by albob
Thu Jun 18, 2020 6:36 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Seat bolt stuck in the tracks
Replies: 4
Views: 808

Re: Seat bolt stuck in the tracks

A Magnetic pick-up tool might help https://www.amazon.co.uk/Amtech-S2235-Hand-Tools-Transparent/dp/B06WGMGTJD/ref=asc_df_B06WGMGTJD/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=271967412945&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=4359307616283025613&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hv...
by albob
Mon Jun 01, 2020 6:41 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Has anyone ordered from Kunset before?
Replies: 7
Views: 1622

Re: Has anyone ordered from Kunset before?

It has only been a week since you ordered (from a company in Germany). Given the current situation, I think you will have to exercise a bit a patience ...
by albob
Tue Apr 28, 2020 8:23 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Supply voltage for central locking - how does it work?
Replies: 3
Views: 3930

Re: Supply voltage for central locking - how does it work?

Can't help -- but you'd be better asking in this section for the 6R

viewforum.php?f=56


And welcome.....!
by albob
Sat Mar 28, 2020 5:31 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: BlueGT Fuel Consumption
Replies: 5
Views: 1171

Re: BlueGT Fuel Consumption

Checked the consumption on my BlueGt only yesterday (from a fill to a refill) - it was 38.8 MPG. That is just with short journeys and a couple of 'give it the beans' ;)
by albob
Mon Mar 16, 2020 1:03 pm
Forum: MK10 and MK11 (AW/BZ) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2018 onwards
Topic: 2019 lead times
Replies: 311
Views: 83066

Re: 2019 lead times

So, was due to collect my car today! But there seems to be a national issue whereby VW can’t register number plates and therefore can’t tax the cars! So waiting to hear when this is resolved, anyone else have this issue? I’ve also been told that my car isn’t exactly as I ordered! I ordered an SE bu...