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by paiste
Wed Nov 06, 2019 2:47 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Water in spare wheel well
Replies: 3
Views: 7841

Re: Water in spare wheel well

Hi Ricky. I'm having exactly the same problem. I washed my car and went to hoover out the spare wheel well and noticed it was wet. Took out the liner dried it out and searched for the problem. I found a tiny crack in my rear left light cluster, but can't imagine that ws the problemm. I've sealed it ...
by paiste
Wed Nov 06, 2019 2:42 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Drain holes in boot
Replies: 1
Views: 1613

Re: Drain holes in boot

I've no idea, but I just came searching for advice as my spare wheel well carpet is quite wet on my (new to me) 17 R line estate :cry:
by paiste
Wed Nov 02, 2016 11:34 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Uncomfortable!
Replies: 9
Views: 2442

Re: Uncomfortable!

I'm having the same problem. I'm 6'5". My b5.5 was so comfortable. This is far less comfortable. The seat doesn't do as low and I just can't get the lumbar support right. I'm looking for a sport interior with more support.
by paiste
Wed Nov 02, 2016 11:19 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Nervous about remapping 140bhp Passat (2011)
Replies: 21
Views: 4831

Re: Nervous about remapping 140bhp Passat (2011)

Following this thread with interest. I'm considering having my 2012 140 too remapped. Mine has done 130,000 so not sure if it's wise. Don't want or expect mega bhp or torque, butouldnt say no to a bit more poke and or slightly better consumption.
by paiste
Thu Oct 27, 2016 10:00 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: New owner - few questions...
Replies: 14
Views: 3524

Re: New owner - few questions...

I've got a tornado red Estate and bought that very bumper protector. I wish I'd got either black or chrome. The stainless doesn't match the chrome lower bumper trim. It might grow on me though! Finally got a tornado red car after lusting after a Mk2 golf got in tornado red. Much nicer colour than my...
by paiste
Thu Oct 27, 2016 8:27 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: New owner - few questions...
Replies: 14
Views: 3524

Re: New owner - few questions...

I've got a tornado red Estate and bought that very bumper protector. I wish I'd got either black or chrome. The stainless doesn't match the chrome lower bumper trim. It might grow on me though! Finally got a tornado red car after lusting after a Mk2 golf got in tornado red. Much nicer colour than my...
by paiste
Thu Oct 27, 2016 8:23 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: B7 Estate Sub enclosure
Replies: 16
Views: 3942

Re: B7 Estate Sub enclosure

What's the litre sealed box volume range for the Alpine sub ? Optimum for a sealed box is 24L and this enclosure is only 15L. However I'm under no illusion that this is less than ideal. It sounded great in my B5.5 though. I'll do the same and fill the enclosure about 30% with polyester wadding to t...
by paiste
Thu Oct 27, 2016 8:14 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: B7 Estate Sub enclosure
Replies: 16
Views: 3942

Re: B7 Estate Sub enclosure

Get the speaker line to rca converter, just need to wire that to one of speakers, and one wire to the positive of the head unit and from there goes pos wire to the remote point on the sub for on/off sub control, connect sub to the batt directly and you are sorted :-bd Can you keep me updated on the...
by paiste
Wed Oct 26, 2016 11:15 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: B7 Estate Sub enclosure
Replies: 16
Views: 3942

Re: B7 Estate Sub enclosure

Not fitted it all yet. Just took out the little plastic retainer by the cubby hole to check the enclosure fitted. It's all cheap/old stuff but enough to add a bit of punch to the factory speakers. An old Rockford Fosgate 2.6x amp with an Alpine see 1043 10" sub. Trouble I'm having though is I w...
by paiste
Wed Oct 26, 2016 5:54 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: B7 Estate Sub enclosure
Replies: 16
Views: 3942

Re: B7 Estate Sub enclosure

Well good news. The B6 enclosure fits perfectly in a B7 :)


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by paiste
Wed Oct 12, 2016 9:12 pm
Forum: I.C.E
Topic: B7 head unit upgrade with full integration.
Replies: 0
Views: 1512

B7 head unit upgrade with full integration.

Looking to upgrade my RCD310 on my B7. I would want to keep the full integration of steering wheel control, mdi input and mf display etc. I want rca outs to connect a amp and sub. Oem look would be a bonus.
Any recommendations appreciated. ;)
by paiste
Wed Oct 12, 2016 9:04 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Rear Bumper Protectors
Replies: 19
Views: 4399

Re: Rear Bumper Protectors

That's a relief!
by paiste
Wed Oct 12, 2016 11:48 am
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Rear Bumper Protectors
Replies: 19
Views: 4399

Re: Rear Bumper Protectors

Jb87 wrote:wouldnt mind a chrome one for my rear bumper, would look well as its black car. Best place to get these? direct from VW or risk an eBay one?
I went for stainless in the end. Risked and eBay job.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/331301759871
by paiste
Mon Oct 10, 2016 9:43 am
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Rear Bumper Protectors
Replies: 19
Views: 4399

Re: Rear Bumper Protectors

This is the brand you get from vw it's really sticky . http://www.directcarparts.co.uk/car-accessories-c4/bumper-protectors-c29/rgm-vw-passat-estate-rear-guard-bumper-protector-11-2010-2015-b7-model-p1242 So if I bought one from the dealers it would be this one? Thanks for that. I was leaning towar...
by paiste
Sun Oct 09, 2016 7:42 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Rear Bumper Protectors
Replies: 19
Views: 4399

Re: Rear Bumper Protectors

Thread resurrection! I can't make my mind up which protector to go for. My estate is Tornado red. I'm stuck between black abs or stainless.
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by paiste
Sun Oct 09, 2016 8:35 am
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: B7 Estate Sub enclosure
Replies: 16
Views: 3942

Re: B7 Estate Sub enclosure

Brilliant. Thanks it does look very similar. I already contacted radio world who said that there isn't one that they do.
I might just try a b6 box though.
by paiste
Sat Oct 08, 2016 8:34 am
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: B7 Estate Sub enclosure
Replies: 16
Views: 3942

Re: B7 Estate Sub enclosure

I'm not sure. I'd imagine there are some differences. That's where I got my enclosure for my B5.5.
Anyone got a picture of a b6 estate near near side loading area?
by paiste
Fri Oct 07, 2016 1:23 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: B7 Estate Sub enclosure
Replies: 16
Views: 3942

B7 Estate Sub enclosure

Hi all. Long time lurker but never really posted! I've finally moved on from my B5.5 highline and bought myself a b7 estate. I had a stealth sub enclose in the b5.5 that fitted where the first aid kit should be in the boot passenger side cubby hole. I'd love one for the B7 but can't find one anywher...
by paiste
Mon Aug 05, 2013 12:08 am
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Not happy with my new window tints
Replies: 25
Views: 4091

Re: Not happy with my new window tints

Bit of an update. I've finally got my tints sorted. After. Numerous trips back, him not showing up and him re doing the bubbled tints the wrong colour!!?? What's not so great I'd he's now changing his story and denying damaging the car!! He admitted it, his words were "don't doody, I'll put it ...
by paiste
Mon Jul 01, 2013 7:20 pm
Forum: MEMBERS MOTORS AND MUGSHOTS
Topic: My virtually standard wagon!
Replies: 3
Views: 355

Re: My virtually standard wagon!

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without any weight in the back!
by paiste
Sun Jun 30, 2013 8:25 am
Forum: MEMBERS MOTORS AND MUGSHOTS
Topic: My virtually standard wagon!
Replies: 3
Views: 355

Re: My virtually standard wagon!

Yes mate, it's got my drum kit and gigging stuff in the back! Not sure how it would cope if I lowered it as we'll!?
by paiste
Sun Jun 30, 2013 7:06 am
Forum: MEMBERS MOTORS AND MUGSHOTS
Topic: My virtually standard wagon!
Replies: 3
Views: 355

My virtually standard wagon!

Threw a rare bucket of water of my wagon!
Would love to lower it a bit but its my load lugged.
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And my other ride!
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by paiste
Sun Jun 02, 2013 7:34 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Parking sensors stopped working?
Replies: 3
Views: 931

Re: Parking sensors stopped working?

Chders both. I'll check the reverse lights. Hopefully it's the switch and not the sensors!
by paiste
Sun Jun 02, 2013 12:14 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Parking sensors stopped working?
Replies: 3
Views: 931

Parking sensors stopped working?

My parking sensors have just stopped working. Now when I put it into reverse I get the initial short beep followed by a higher pitch beep that lasts for about 5 seconds. But nothing when reversed up to something.:-?
Hopefully someone has some idea of what it could be because I certainly haven't!
by paiste
Fri May 31, 2013 6:10 pm
Forum: CAR RELATED CHAT
Topic: Not happy with my new window tints
Replies: 25
Views: 4091

Re: Not happy with my new window tints

Cheers mate. Took it back today but he wasn't there. Phoned him and he's promised to sort it.
We'll see:-?