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6n2 Aftermarket Rear Anti Roll Bar
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Levaz » Wed Dec 27, 2017 4:32 pm
I've done some searching and seen a few guys on here have them fitted, but I'm confused as to which one / what car they've actually come from.
I...
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Last post by Levaz
Wed Dec 27, 2017 4:32 pm
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Best tyres for motorway driving?
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DC_BS » Tue Aug 04, 2015 9:47 pm
Can anyone recommend the best tyres for prolonged motorway driving? (up to 2 hours).
Tyre is 195/55/R15 85V.
Are budget ones recommended? Or shall...
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Last post by alexperkins
Sun Nov 26, 2017 11:06 pm
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Power steering fluid leak
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DC_BS » Sun Jun 04, 2017 10:03 am
I have just discovered a leak under the car this morning which looks like the power steering fluid (checked oil and it seems fine. Last night there...
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Last post by DC_BS
Thu Jul 20, 2017 1:40 pm
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Brake fluid shelf life
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littlepolo » Wed May 17, 2017 2:26 pm
I have a sealed bottle (tin) of VW brake fluid which is 5+ years old. Will this still be any good to use?
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Wed May 17, 2017 3:05 pm
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Last post by bvs
Thu Apr 13, 2017 8:42 am
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Polo 6r GT suspension question
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winky666 » Wed Mar 01, 2017 3:32 pm
Hi, what is the difference between a 6r 1.2tsi suspension setup and a 1.4 GT?
my 6r has 17inch boavista alloys and the GT is also running 17''s but...
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Last post by winky666
Wed Mar 01, 2017 3:32 pm
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Confused about 2 different coilover
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Wruchamps » Thu Dec 08, 2016 12:32 am
Hi,
Im not sure on coilovers for my 6n2 polo, ive been looking at a few, but there seems to be 2 types, theres the type where all 4 coilovers are...
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Last post by Wruchamps
Thu Dec 08, 2016 7:05 pm
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New wheels for my 6n2 polo
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Wruchamps » Tue Dec 06, 2016 3:06 am
Hi,
New to this forum but could anyone help, bit of a stupid question but, i am running 185/60r14 at the moment and im looking at getting some 15...
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Last post by Wruchamps
Wed Dec 07, 2016 7:56 pm
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6n2 Top Mounts
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Levaz » Sat Nov 19, 2016 5:17 pm
Does anybody know the PCD of the 6n2 top mount bolts?
One of my suppliers has taken on the UK distribution for a firm that make solid adjustable top...
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Last post by Levaz
Sat Nov 19, 2016 5:17 pm
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Wishbone bushes
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DC_BS » Mon Mar 07, 2016 3:11 pm
Car's MOT is due next month, when I had it serviced last year the garage mentioned both front wishbone rear bushes have worn, which was a few weeks...
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Last post by DC_BS
Sat Aug 27, 2016 8:12 pm
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Last post by winky666
Sun Jun 26, 2016 8:53 pm
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6n2 Suspension Upgrade!
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Daves1991 » Tue Mar 29, 2016 5:18 pm
Hey guys,Hey guys,
I'm looking for a suspension upgrade for my 6n2. Currently on budget TA Technix coilovers which have done the job until now, but...
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Last post by alexperkins
Sat Apr 02, 2016 11:15 pm
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Brake bleed nipple tubing size
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Me9141 » Mon Mar 14, 2016 9:40 pm
Hi all,
Looking to change the brake fluid over the weekend. Just wondering does anyone know what tube size fits over the bleed nipple in the 9n....
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Last post by Me9141
Mon Mar 21, 2016 11:08 am
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Last post by JayW
Sat Feb 27, 2016 9:43 am
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6C GTI Lowering Springs
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y44ame » Tue Jan 19, 2016 6:13 pm
Hi,
Sorry if there is a post already about this but I couldn't seem to find anything.
Ive got a 6C GTI and I am wanting to lower it slightly...
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Last post by y44ame
Tue Jan 19, 2016 6:13 pm
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Slow puncture
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DC_BS » Mon Nov 02, 2015 2:28 pm
(Or fast puncture rather!) 2 and a half weeks ago I inflated all my tyres to 34.5 psi. Checked front driver's side this morning and it had gone down...
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Last post by DC_BS
Wed Jan 13, 2016 2:22 pm
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Standard Steel Wheel Size on 2000 6n2?
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Daves1991 » Wed Jan 06, 2016 9:57 am
Hey all sorry for the stupid question, but what is the standard wheel size on 2000 6n2? I bought the car with 175/55/13 with rolling radius of 522mm...
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Last post by Daves1991
Wed Jan 06, 2016 8:16 pm
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Last post by Daves1991
Mon Dec 14, 2015 6:04 pm
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Wheel locking nuts + spacer
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DKPOLOGT » Sun Nov 29, 2015 12:29 pm
After i bougt some spacers, i went hunting for some locking nuts.
Thing is they are quite expensive, and only works with one setup, making it a...
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Last post by DKPOLOGT
Sun Nov 29, 2015 12:29 pm
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1.4 & 1.9 TDI front calipers
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hartge » Thu Nov 12, 2015 7:34 pm
Hi all
my drivers side on my 1.9 tdi (02) is making a grinding noise and needs replacing, have had it checked out. Was wondering if the 1.4 is the...
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Last post by hartge
Thu Nov 12, 2015 7:34 pm
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Last post by Josherswilson
Thu Nov 12, 2015 11:29 am
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Clicking noise when driving
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DC_BS » Mon Aug 17, 2015 2:04 pm
Just been out for a drive and I noticed a strange clicking/grinding noise as I was in motion. Just had new tyres fitted, thought something was stuck...
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Last post by DC_BS
Sat Oct 10, 2015 2:19 pm
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Shocks replacement?
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DC_BS » Thu Aug 13, 2015 1:39 pm
I think I'm having a problem with my suspension, and may need my shock absorbers replaced. I had a clutch replacement last week and since my brakes...
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Last post by DC_BS
Thu Aug 13, 2015 10:27 pm
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Gearbox conversion
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Millswest1 » Thu Jul 16, 2015 8:21 pm
Can anybody please advise me as to what would be needed to convert my 9n3 gti to a 6 speed and the challenges that I may face?
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Last post by Millswest1
Thu Jul 16, 2015 8:21 pm
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Poor braking performance
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f1larry » Sun Apr 19, 2015 5:49 am
Hi all,
My g/f's 6n2 1.4 se polo has seemed to have had rubbish brakes from the day she bought it from new. She said the brakes have always been poor...
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Last post by f1larry
Sun Apr 19, 2015 2:57 pm
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18" Golf GTI Alloys on 6R
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FL07_HER » Mon Mar 23, 2015 5:47 pm
I have been looking at some 18 alloy wheels from the Golf GTI Version 35, the wheels are 18x8j with an ET35 Offset and a 5x100 PCD, In theory these...
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Last post by FL07_HER
Mon Mar 23, 2015 5:47 pm
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Coilover polo 9n3 gti?
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Pool16v » Tue Feb 03, 2015 9:33 am
good morning to all, I would like to ask you who have more experience in the field.
I have to buy a kit suspension but I do not know what is the...
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Last post by Pool16v
Tue Feb 03, 2015 9:33 am
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New wheel problem on 6n2
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globalomega » Mon Nov 10, 2014 12:41 pm
So I decided to put new wheels on my polo. Bought 14 inch, 6.5j et 30 alloys. And now when I drive I hear this clicking noise and steering wheel...
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Last post by globalomega
Tue Nov 11, 2014 9:30 am
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1.9 TDI 9N lowering springs?
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hartge » Sat Oct 18, 2014 6:17 pm
Hi guys,
going to hopefully pick up a 9N 1.9 TDI tomorrow but will need lowering, what would you recommended for at least 50mm all round drop?
I...
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Last post by hartge
Sat Oct 18, 2014 6:17 pm
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6R Shocks and springs
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ENTERNAMEHERE » Wed Oct 08, 2014 9:10 pm
Can anyone tell me if the 6R Polo GTI shocks and springs will fit the 1.2 TDI? I have Pi lowering springs fitted atm and can't find a shortened shock...
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Thu Oct 09, 2014 11:22 am
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Last post by alexperkins
Tue Sep 09, 2014 10:47 am
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Tyre Width
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Marky212 » Mon Sep 01, 2014 7:29 pm
Hi there, new to this forum as I have just got my first car!
Just after a bit of advice regarding tyre width. I have a polo 9n3 2006 1.2 E model and...
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Last post by Marky212
Mon Sep 01, 2014 7:29 pm
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Wheel bearing tool for rent/sale
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Poolo » Sun Aug 03, 2014 8:02 am
Hi all, new to this forum and my first post!
I'm currently doing some major work on my 2008 1.4 diesel polo. Amongst other things I need to change...
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Last post by alexperkins
Tue Aug 05, 2014 12:15 pm
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sport shocks rubbing unevenly 6n2
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jlmmy » Fri Jun 20, 2014 3:17 pm
hi guys, i have recently fitted the yellow sport shocks off ebay with 60/40 springs and the outer edge of front right wheel is rubbing on the arch on...
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Mon Jul 14, 2014 7:06 pm
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Last post by gofra
Fri Jun 27, 2014 11:51 am
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spacers 9n3
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Adzpolotdi87 » Fri May 09, 2014 8:57 pm
Hi what spacers do you think would be best on my 9n3 to get my alloys to sit flush in line with the arches? I have monty 2s on 195/45/16.
Any help...
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Last post by Adzpolotdi87
Mon Jun 09, 2014 1:02 am
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fitting coilovers for first time
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tapperccfc » Tue Apr 22, 2014 1:23 pm
I couldn't find a thread for fitting coilovers on the 6R but found a thread for 6n2, would that work? Also how low would you recommend lowering them...
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Last post by tapperccfc
Tue Apr 22, 2014 1:23 pm
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Rock hard brake pedal
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prezly » Sat Apr 19, 2014 4:49 pm
I've just fitted a new brake servo breather pipe to my 1.6s estate and now I have no brakes and the pedal is rock solid,what have I done and how can...
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Last post by prezly
Sat Apr 19, 2014 4:49 pm
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Sat Apr 12, 2014 1:12 pm
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Shortened Mondeo Drop Links 9n3
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Tony Boi 92 » Thu Jul 04, 2013 8:02 am
Hi guys
Been looking at loads of previous threads but cant get a definitive answer
I need shorter drop links as I have just ordered coilies
I...
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Last post by Tony Boi 92
Wed Apr 09, 2014 2:11 pm
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will these fit 312mm brakes
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M15RPD84 » Sun Jan 26, 2014 10:46 pm
Ive located a set of 312mm calipers n carriers of a 99 s3 will these fit on my 9n polo gt using original brake hoses n just simple bolt on? Thanks
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Last post by Tony Boi 92
Mon Feb 03, 2014 5:29 pm
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car rolls all over the place
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calvwpolo » Mon Jan 27, 2014 10:29 pm
extremely bouncy on the road and going over drain covers etc its almost like the cars stepping out any ideas . and also best place for vw polo parts
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Last post by calvwpolo
Wed Jan 29, 2014 8:25 pm
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camber angle
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scoop » Tue Jan 07, 2014 5:06 pm
I have a 01 1.4 and the drivers side wheel is wearing the inner edge of the tyre, had the tracking checked and adjusted but the wheel looks to be...
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Last post by scoop
Tue Jan 07, 2014 5:06 pm
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biggest disc on porsche calipers?
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greypolo9n3 » Wed Dec 18, 2013 6:03 pm
got some porsche 996 rear calipers sitting at home..
wanting to put them behind my 17's on my polo 6R..
i know i can get 312mm in there..but whats...
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Last post by greypolo9n3
Wed Dec 18, 2013 6:03 pm
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Changing Front Disks and Pads
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Me9141 » Tue Nov 26, 2013 10:32 pm
Looking to change the front disks and pads soon, they're due for a change.
Had some jurid pads and they squeal to no end.
Want good quality.
Can...
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Sat Nov 30, 2013 10:05 am
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Last post by Ben90
Mon Nov 25, 2013 10:17 pm
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Tarox discs n Pads combo
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joules1.8T » Wed Nov 13, 2013 8:28 pm
Has anyone replaced the OEM brakes and pads for the same size aftermarket items such as Tarox?
I am looking at same size discs and pads, just with...
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Last post by joules1.8T
Wed Nov 13, 2013 8:28 pm
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Wheel Swap?
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Millzee » Wed Oct 30, 2013 6:40 pm
Is anybody interested in doing a swap for my colour concepts? 2 tyres have 6mm of tread the other 2 have 4-5mm of tread, 3 of the wheels have a small...
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Last post by Millzee
Wed Oct 30, 2013 6:40 pm
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