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by THE_GOOCH
Sun Aug 11, 2013 3:12 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: engine emissions workshop
Replies: 11
Views: 2388

Re: engine emissions workshop

also check the diaphragm on the egr valve. i had the same issue and cleaned the egr, changed n18, changed vacuum pipes and in the end it was the diaphragm. to check it, disconnect the vacuum pipe from the other end (so that the vacuum pipe is still attached to the top of the egr) and suck it. if the...
by THE_GOOCH
Sun Aug 11, 2013 2:56 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Damn Car Insurance is due....
Replies: 5
Views: 1463

Re: Damn Car Insurance is due....

no harm in getting more quotes. the money is always better in your pocket than theirs.


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by THE_GOOCH
Fri Aug 02, 2013 8:47 pm
Forum: INTRODUCTIONS & NEWBIES
Topic: New member from Kent
Replies: 6
Views: 286

Re: New member from Kent

stumpyrs4 wrote:Whitstable, near Canterbury...
i used to live in ashford, i now live in cornwall. hope you enjoy your time here


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by THE_GOOCH
Thu Aug 01, 2013 10:31 am
Forum: INTRODUCTIONS & NEWBIES
Topic: New member from Kent
Replies: 6
Views: 286

Re: New member from Kent

Hi, joined today. I currently run an Audi UR Quattro 20V and an Audi B5 S4 saloon track car. I'm looking into an engine swap for a 1.8T and possibly stroking it, so looking into tuning of the 1.8T block with a large turbo... welcome to ukp!! where abouts in kent are you? Sent Using My Thumb On My I...
by THE_GOOCH
Thu Jun 27, 2013 9:04 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Finished changing my control arms today
Replies: 3
Views: 837

Re: Finished changing my control arms today

i started doing my control arms today. my pinch bolt was the easiest iv ever done. no need for heat, iv been putting wd40 on it for just over a year ;-) i only got half way through doing the lower rear arm and the skies opened and soaked me. im going to try your second method tomorrow. Sent Using My...
by THE_GOOCH
Fri Jun 21, 2013 10:31 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Rear window stopped working
Replies: 6
Views: 1175

Re: Rear window stopped working

Went to put the rear , near side window down yesterday and hear a crack like plastic breaking , now you can hear the motor running but no window movement . Having never had the door cards off I have no idea what is behind there but I assume there is a plastic connection between the window and carri...
by THE_GOOCH
Mon Jun 17, 2013 10:37 am
Forum: SPOTTED
Topic: B5 on A30 cornwall east bound
Replies: 0
Views: 683

B5 on A30 cornwall east bound

didnt know if it was anybody on here. car looked nice.


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by THE_GOOCH
Sat Jun 15, 2013 8:56 am
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: What do our usernames mean?!
Replies: 66
Views: 7729

Re: What do our usernames mean?!

my mate used to call me it as an insult years ago, now its just stuck. not many people know what a gooch is. (if you want to know, google it in images and turn safe search off lol)


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by THE_GOOCH
Thu Jun 13, 2013 8:34 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: PS4
Replies: 13
Views: 2117

Re: PS4

^^^ lol ^^^


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by THE_GOOCH
Thu Jun 13, 2013 7:38 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: PS4
Replies: 13
Views: 2117

Re: PS4

im getting excited. i get my games early from a local games shop so im going to speak to him to see if he can sell the ps4 abit earlier ;-)


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by THE_GOOCH
Thu Jun 13, 2013 6:34 pm
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: Replaced Rear Tyre - Steering Off Centre!
Replies: 13
Views: 2188

Re: Replaced Rear Tyre - Steering Off Centre!

im a tyre fitter and i fit part worn tyres. i seen this before. i swapped the wheels over on the axle (ns to os and visa versa) and it sorted it. i have no idea what causes it and even triple checking the tyre (mainly to make sure its safe) all looks fine. if you are not happy, just take the car bac...
by THE_GOOCH
Tue Jun 11, 2013 10:17 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Tyre pressure guide
Replies: 4
Views: 1292

Re: Tyre pressure guide

32psi is good. im a tyre fitter and i run 32/34psi in mine. if your tyres are wearing on one edge ie inside or outside it could be that your tracking may need adjusting. if your tyres are wearing on both edges ie inside AND outside then its under inflated. hope this helps you :-) Sent Using My Thumb...
by THE_GOOCH
Mon Jun 10, 2013 9:26 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Control Arm Bushings Replacement DIY
Replies: 9
Views: 1711

Re: Control Arm Bushings Replacement DIY

have a look in the "how to" section mate. if gives you a step by step guide and tells you where you might get trouble ie the pinch bolt. the job isnt too bad.


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by THE_GOOCH
Sun Jun 09, 2013 9:47 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Flocked 3SDM 0.05 wheels
Replies: 11
Views: 2544

Re: Flocked 3SDM 0.05 wheels

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my mates flocked wheels and engine covers. she has flocked kidney grills aswell. not my cup of tea but she likes it.


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by THE_GOOCH
Thu Jun 06, 2013 6:12 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Silly things you done to your car as a kid
Replies: 11
Views: 1956

Re: Silly things you done to your car as a kid

couldnt afford lowering springs for my first car (1.0 nova) so i cut a couple of coils off each spring!!! looked good but drove awful, very bouncy.


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by THE_GOOCH
Tue Jun 04, 2013 8:46 am
Forum: CLEANING AND DETAILING
Topic: light scratches on the car bonnet from car wash
Replies: 8
Views: 676

Re: light scratches on the car bonnet from car wash

once you use the machine polisher for the first time and see the results, you will be glad you bought one. it makes a massive difference to your paint if you take your time. deep scratches turn into light scratches, light scratches should almost disappear, swirls will disappear and you should be lef...
by THE_GOOCH
Wed May 29, 2013 7:37 pm
Forum: INTRODUCTIONS & NEWBIES
Topic: VW Passat 1.8T B5.5 from Plymouth, Devon
Replies: 9
Views: 274

Re: VW Passat 1.8T B5.5 from Plymouth, Devon

welcome to ukp
polo looks clean

its sunny here in cornwall :-p


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by THE_GOOCH
Wed May 29, 2013 5:45 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Vinyl Wrap - Where to buy?
Replies: 5
Views: 1604

Re: Vinyl Wrap - Where to buy?

Hi Does anyone know where you can buy good quality vinyl wrap? I'm looking to do the whole of my car. Cheers Ammo you could do a "how to" when you come to doing your car. pics, advice and techniques along the way for other people to take note if they fancy going down the diy wrap route. j...
by THE_GOOCH
Sun May 26, 2013 9:34 am
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Mufflrectomy???
Replies: 12
Views: 1909

Re: Mufflrectomy???

i did mine last month on my 130 tdi. the sound has hardly changed, its just got a slightly deeper tone. i did notice that the car seems to pick up quicker, it feels smoother. next on the list is a decat.


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by THE_GOOCH
Sat May 18, 2013 8:20 am
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Just ordered full front arms kit, looking for some good tips
Replies: 36
Views: 3519

Re: Just ordered full front arms kit, looking for some good

ct.p wrote:Bit drunk but isn't a gooch the bit of skin that connects your ballbag and your bum, or is it called a 'jester'?
you are right. not many people know that lol


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by THE_GOOCH
Fri May 17, 2013 11:21 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Just ordered full front arms kit, looking for some good tips
Replies: 36
Views: 3519

Re: Just ordered full front arms kit, looking for some good

have you used it on axle bolts? Or have they melted in the sun? :-P Sent from my Nexus 7 using telepathy... lol they did the job fine and they will do the otherside aswell when that cv goes aswell. Sent Using My Thumb On My Iphone Like A Big Boy I tried Halfrauds, and the biggest they had was 12mm!...
by THE_GOOCH
Fri May 17, 2013 12:40 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Just ordered full front arms kit, looking for some good tips
Replies: 36
Views: 3519

Re: Just ordered full front arms kit, looking for some good

i got a set for about £5 from a local shop that sells tools. Sent Using My Thumb On My Iphone Like A Big Boy have you used it on axle bolts? Or have they melted in the sun? :-P Sent from my Nexus 7 using telepathy... lol they did the job fine and they will do the otherside aswell when that cv goes...
by THE_GOOCH
Thu May 16, 2013 7:03 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Just ordered full front arms kit, looking for some good tips
Replies: 36
Views: 3519

Re: Just ordered full front arms kit, looking for some good

i got a set for about £5 from a local shop that sells tools.


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by THE_GOOCH
Thu May 16, 2013 10:54 am
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: AWX 5.5. Driveshaft question.
Replies: 9
Views: 1596

Re: AWX 5.5. Driveshaft question.

Thanks for the replies. So it isn't just my luck then :esm Gooch, I should imagine it is with full lock. not full lock. undo hub bolt, then bolts at the gearbox end, remove gearbox end of driveshaft then move driveshaft towards engine bay and out she comes!!! hope that makes sense lol Sent Using My...
by THE_GOOCH
Thu May 16, 2013 10:21 am
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: AWX 5.5. Driveshaft question.
Replies: 9
Views: 1596

Re: AWX 5.5. Driveshaft question.

has any body taken the driveshaft out without removing any other components? i managed it on mine :-P


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