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by LOWNSLOW
Sun Mar 01, 2020 8:49 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Is a 6 speed conversion possible
Replies: 4
Views: 7025

Re: Is a 6 speed conversion possible

Cheers guys it was only a thought as I recently came back to owning a Passat from a Vauxhall vectra Sri 150bhp and it has 6 speed liked it on large roads and carriageways and motorways felt nicer and not the over reving undergeared sound
by LOWNSLOW
Sat Feb 22, 2020 7:51 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Is a 6 speed conversion possible
Replies: 4
Views: 7025

Is a 6 speed conversion possible

Hi there I have recently bought a 2005 Vw Passat b5.5 highline 130bhp. 5 speed manual and was just wondering would it be possible or is it possible to convert it till a 6 speed manual?
by LOWNSLOW
Tue Jan 28, 2020 11:39 pm
Forum: HOT TUNING - Coilovers and more !
Topic: Adjustable Coilovers for B5.5...very happy
Replies: 17
Views: 835751

Re: Adjustable Coilovers for B5.5...very happy

Don’t want to go mad low like. Just to the top of tyre or slightly above it. Got standard 15” highline wheels on but going to 18” probably 215 40 18.
by LOWNSLOW
Tue Jan 28, 2020 11:10 pm
Forum: HOT TUNING - Coilovers and more !
Topic: Adjustable Coilovers for B5.5...very happy
Replies: 17
Views: 835751

Re: Adjustable Coilovers for B5.5...very happy

Would it be hard hitting if or when hitting a pothole or the likes on the roads ?
by LOWNSLOW
Tue Jan 28, 2020 10:04 pm
Forum: HOT TUNING - Coilovers and more !
Topic: Adjustable Coilovers for B5.5...very happy
Replies: 17
Views: 835751

Re: Adjustable Coilovers for B5.5...very happy

Hi there Guys might be interested in a set of these for my highline b5.5. Have had cars lowered on springs before and very hard hitting on like potholes and water grates on road. Would these coilovers be hard hitting or softish? And also what is the ride comfort and handling like ?
by LOWNSLOW
Thu Jan 23, 2020 7:13 am
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Headlight bulb help?
Replies: 7
Views: 8305

Re: Headlight bulb help?

Got ring xenon 150% in yesterday was going for led ones but weren’t able to fit my holder so had to revert to them. Light abit better but not great
by LOWNSLOW
Sat Jan 18, 2020 9:35 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Headlight bulb help?
Replies: 7
Views: 8305

Headlight bulb help?

Looking advice for better headlight bulbs. Got standard in at the minute very weak light pattern and not that bright dipped or main beam any help appreciated
by LOWNSLOW
Fri Jan 17, 2020 8:32 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Suspension advice.
Replies: 24
Views: 6720

Re: Suspension advice.

Where can I get the spacers to raise the engine if needed ?
by LOWNSLOW
Thu Jan 16, 2020 11:08 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Suspension advice.
Replies: 24
Views: 6720

Re: Suspension advice.

I’m thinking about coilovers but afraid of sump busting as time running lows on here and any ideas or tips to save sump?
by LOWNSLOW
Thu Jan 16, 2020 8:09 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Suspension advice.
Replies: 24
Views: 6720

Re: Suspension advice.

Are you on Facebook Gaz
by LOWNSLOW
Thu Jan 16, 2020 7:17 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Suspension advice.
Replies: 24
Views: 6720

Re: Suspension advice.

Gaz can’t view those photos you loaded to well all blurred...
by LOWNSLOW
Mon Jan 13, 2020 7:41 am
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Suspension advice.
Replies: 24
Views: 6720

Re: Suspension advice.

I’m a saloon Gaz..... highline
by LOWNSLOW
Sat Jan 11, 2020 7:22 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Suspension advice.
Replies: 24
Views: 6720

Re: Suspension advice.

That sounds good I was thinking about the 30 to 40 mil look just sitting on the top of a set of 18s. So you guys both recommend the bilstien stuff ?
by LOWNSLOW
Thu Jan 09, 2020 5:13 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Suspension advice.
Replies: 24
Views: 6720

Re: Suspension advice.

What sort of cost would this stuff be and where could I source it from. And also how low is the springs ?
by LOWNSLOW
Wed Jan 08, 2020 10:10 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Suspension advice.
Replies: 24
Views: 6720

Suspension advice.

Hi there I recently bought a 2005 highline Passat b5.5. I’m thinking about lowering it but not sure yet. I like low ride cars but I live in the countryside and the roads aren’t that great sometimes. I was just looking some advice on what people are running there cars on. I wouldn’t have the money fo...
by LOWNSLOW
Wed Jan 01, 2020 10:37 am
Forum: MEMBERS MOTORS AND MUGSHOTS
Topic: my b5.5 passat IRL
Replies: 43
Views: 12682

Re: my b5.5 passat IRL

Deemott have you still got your Passat ?
by LOWNSLOW
Tue Dec 31, 2019 5:45 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Leather seats
Replies: 3
Views: 3957

Leather seats

Got a new b5.5 Passat highline and was just wondering what would be the best product available to clean and keep the leather interior in good condition and help prevent it cracking and going into bad wear ?
by LOWNSLOW
Tue Dec 31, 2019 12:45 am
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Photos of b5.5 passats ?
Replies: 5
Views: 4462

Photos of b5.5 passats ?

Hi there not sure if this is the correct place on this forum to post this but looking so inspiration from guys or girls on here that owns or knows of any nice slammed b5.5 passats please ? Post Pics below thank you
by LOWNSLOW
Tue Dec 31, 2019 12:42 am
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Front fogs
Replies: 1
Views: 565

Front fogs

Hi there just after buying another Passat this time a 2005 b5.5 highline so was wondering do they come pre wired for front fog lights or do they need wired ?
by LOWNSLOW
Sat Dec 28, 2019 11:48 am
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: VW PASSAT B5.5. 2.5v6TDI
Replies: 7
Views: 3124

Re: VW PASSAT B5.5. 2.5v6TDI

Ve pump as in fuel pump ?
by LOWNSLOW
Sat Dec 28, 2019 11:34 am
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: VW PASSAT B5.5. 2.5v6TDI
Replies: 7
Views: 3124

VW PASSAT B5.5. 2.5v6TDI

Anyone on here own or know anyone with any information about a VW Passat 2.5v6 tdi. Seen one for sale and was looking to know some information about them would it be a good or bad purchase?
by LOWNSLOW
Tue Dec 26, 2017 10:44 pm
Forum: CLEANING AND DETAILING
Topic: New to cleaning and detailing.
Replies: 0
Views: 8170

New to cleaning and detailing.

Hi there I'm new to the cleaning and detailing world here.... I'm looking to know any tips or tricks in cleaning my car and what cleaning products to use etc.... I basically know how to wash a car and after that I'm lost lol. All help and knowledge appreciated please. Thank you
by LOWNSLOW
Sat May 10, 2014 2:05 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Outside tempature not showing
Replies: 9
Views: 1072

Re: Outside tempature not showing

Which fuse would it be ?
by LOWNSLOW
Sat May 10, 2014 1:51 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Outside tempature not showing
Replies: 9
Views: 1072

Outside tempature not showing

Hi there my mate has just bought a b5.5 passat and the outside tempature is not showing up on the dash or the climatronic display what would be wrong? Please can anyone help thankyou
by LOWNSLOW
Sat Apr 19, 2014 9:45 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: *CAN AUDI SLINE SEATS FIT A B5 PASSAT*
Replies: 2
Views: 507

*CAN AUDI SLINE SEATS FIT A B5 PASSAT*

Hello there I was wondering can audi sline seats fit an 2000 model b5 Passat please write back if this can be done and is there much work involved in it