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by rumbo76
Wed Jun 27, 2012 11:55 am
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Coilovers on V6 Syncro. advice please
Replies: 3
Views: 1179

Coilovers on V6 Syncro. advice please

i've got a B5 2.8 syncro 4WD and i cant find a set of coilovers anywhere for it, nearly every search result is coming back with only 2WD versions.
has anyone successfully put coilovers on one of these?
any help/advice greatly appreciated. :sad:
by rumbo76
Wed Jun 13, 2012 3:28 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: wheel size ?
Replies: 1
Views: 431

wheel size ?

after using an online guide i came to the conclusion that the wheel fitment for my car was 5 x112 et 35 but after closer inspection the wheels on the car are ET 45 could this mean they are not the original wheels?

its a dilema as i'm looking to replace the wheels with aftermarket ones but now dont ...
by rumbo76
Sun Jun 10, 2012 5:47 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Looking for some wheel advice
Replies: 2
Views: 538

Re: Looking for some wheel advice

the car is 4 wheel drive anyway but i just want to smarten it up
by rumbo76
Sun Jun 10, 2012 5:09 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Looking for some wheel advice
Replies: 2
Views: 538

Looking for some wheel advice

i'm looking to upgrade my standard alloys. i have a 1998 v6 syncro
the info i have gathered from the internet is
5x112 PCD
35-45
57.1 Bore
I dont plan on lowering the car so what i'm after is some advice as to what is the maximum rim size and tyre size i can fit without complications. any advice ...
by rumbo76
Sat Jun 09, 2012 4:58 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Electrical help please
Replies: 4
Views: 657

Re: Electrical help please

i was reading the fuse diagram wrong, its all sorted now thanks
by rumbo76
Sat Jun 09, 2012 1:03 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Electrical help please
Replies: 4
Views: 657

Electrical help please

i've just attempted to change the courtesy light bulb at the bottom of the drivers side door and now my central locking and interior lights do not work, i've checked the fuses and they are fine, any ideas?
by rumbo76
Thu May 24, 2012 11:14 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Air induction options, help please
Replies: 6
Views: 907

Re: Air induction options, help please

i suppose. so k&n seems to be way to go then
by rumbo76
Thu May 24, 2012 6:58 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Air induction options, help please
Replies: 6
Views: 907

Re: Air induction options, help please

i've managed to succesfully install proper ducting for cold air flow, i've already got a ramair filter i just need that adapter plate. i'm not looking for power gain just sound.
by rumbo76
Thu May 24, 2012 2:57 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Air induction options, help please
Replies: 6
Views: 907

Air induction options, help please

i've got a 2.8 v6 syncro 4motion and i want to put a cone air filter induction kit on, i've looked around on the net and cannot find anything suitable. even if i could just get the adapter plate it would be a start.
Has anyone fitted aftermarket air filter to this engine? looking for some help :???: