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by brayj2
Tue Dec 04, 2018 6:40 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: OBD Eleven dongle
Replies: 21
Views: 9188

Re: OBD Eleven dongle

Hi mate , i bought Carista , which is one of the fewmajor obd diagnostic and customisation dongles. Its great, was £15 and was able to customize quite a bit. No real long coding stuff but for my B8 I did: Needle sweep instrument cluster, Change logos on startup screens Audible beep when locking and ...
by brayj2
Thu Sep 27, 2018 8:25 am
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Just ordered my 1.4 150 SE Business DSG Estate
Replies: 135
Views: 23075

Re: Just ordered my 1.4 150 SE Business DSG Estate

The 2019 Passat Refresh is due to be revealed Jan/Feb and orders available before the first quarter, engine updates, safety tech, new front and rear bumpers and lights.
by brayj2
Tue Aug 21, 2018 8:01 am
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: 2019 Vw Passat Mid Cycle Fresh
Replies: 6
Views: 2845

2019 Vw Passat Mid Cycle Fresh

Facelifted Passat will launch in Autumn, will be here for a few years until the new model in 2020/2021. Doesnt look like much of a change, expect new tail lights similar to the new Touareg and updated infotainment. However I have heard that they might be introducing the v6 turbo that will launch in ...
by brayj2
Mon Aug 20, 2018 9:44 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: B8 headlight upgrade
Replies: 25
Views: 5867

Re: B8 headlight upgrade

LED bulbs in projectors or reflectors that were not designed for such should not be done. The light ouput is wrong and will be extremely annoying for other users. The bulbs I posted are not generic Led bulbs, they are designed by Philip's for use in reflector housings or with projectors. I agree cr...
by brayj2
Fri Aug 17, 2018 1:47 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: B8 headlight upgrade
Replies: 25
Views: 5867

Re: B8 headlight upgrade

Saw these in December last year when they were £200+ but these are now £130 on amazon! They are LED, plug and play fit just like normal halogen H4,H7 etc albeit with the ballast which attaches to the base connector. The reviews for them see 5 stars and the beam pattern is designed to match that of t...
by brayj2
Fri Jul 27, 2018 9:52 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: B8 headlight upgrade
Replies: 25
Views: 5867

Re: B8 headlight upgrade

So tonight i just realised my lights are Halogen. I brought car a few days ago and ad and info listed as LED headlights. No i didnt check and no i didnt know difference in appearance. So i understand i have 2 options - renew bulbs with LED ones or new headlights altogether at several hundred plus £...
by brayj2
Wed Jun 06, 2018 7:34 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Lane keep Assist Retrofit?
Replies: 10
Views: 3843

Re: Lane keep Assist Retrofit?

Thread revival, sorry... Has anybody done this? I know that you need the DLA/Traffic sign camera and then it’s just coding. A module is available for £99 to code it but just wondering if anybody had re-coded or bought this module. https://www.kufatec.de/shop/en/diagnostic-tools/kufatec-coding-dongl...
by brayj2
Tue Mar 13, 2018 9:13 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Lane keep Assist Retrofit?
Replies: 10
Views: 3843

Re: Lane keep Assist Retrofit?

Thanks for the replies! Yes the system would use the camera in the rear view mirror. The systems aren't designed to make people lazy drivers, they help save lives. You may not 'need' it as most of us in this world are competent drivers, however there will be situations or variables when driving that...
by brayj2
Fri Mar 09, 2018 5:09 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Lane keep Assist Retrofit?
Replies: 10
Views: 3843

Lane keep Assist Retrofit?

Hello All, Came across this on Kufatec! Anyone know what would be involved in coding this? Vagcom? Also it says will only work on the specific front camera type (I have ACC on mine) so hopefully it would work. https://www.kufatec.co.uk/shop/en/diagnostic-tools/kufatec-coding-dongle/volkswagen-audi/c...
by brayj2
Sat Nov 04, 2017 10:10 am
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Daylight running lights - LED
Replies: 7
Views: 3121

Re: Daylight running lights - LED

I switched the standard bulbs for a set of w21w less from hids direct, they are fab! It's an easy job to fit them, will post some pics of them! Been in the car for about a year now and looking to change the fogs now before Christmas.
by brayj2
Fri Jan 13, 2017 7:17 am
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: VW Arteon (CC Replacement) Expected 2017
Replies: 9
Views: 2959

VW Arteon (CC Replacement) Expected 2017

Hi Guys, just thought I would drop this here as it won't be long until this is released! Apologies if it is in the wrong place but its closer to the B8 than the previous CC! http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/volkswagen/cc/96833/new-volkswagen-arteon-four-door-coupe-spied I have heard a few guys from the ...
by brayj2
Fri Jan 13, 2017 7:05 am
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: brilliant pine decorative inserts
Replies: 3
Views: 1457

Re: brilliant pine decorative inserts

Nice mate that's a lot of extras, Post some pics of when you have it mate! You won't regret it, the B8 is a different animal to previous architectures from VW and I can't sing enough praises about it!

Jamie
by brayj2
Sun Jan 08, 2017 9:26 am
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: brilliant pine decorative inserts
Replies: 3
Views: 1457

Re: brilliant pine decorative inserts

Alright mate welcome to the site! Check out this link of the Auto express review for the biturbo http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/volkswagen/passat/88967/volkswagen-passat-estate-20-bitdi-4motion-review The interior shots show the wood trim, pretty sure this is it as they only offer one wood option for ...
by brayj2
Wed Nov 30, 2016 9:50 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Halogen Dipped beam Bulb change
Replies: 2
Views: 1496

Re: Halogen Dipped beam Bulb change

Hey mate, sorry I haven't tried this yet, I have got a pair of H7 philips crystal vision to fit. I'm not sure about your issue have you double checked that it's the correct size (H7). Also do the squared off tabs on the metal base of the bulb need to be pointing upwards in the grooves?

Cheers
by brayj2
Mon Nov 14, 2016 7:44 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: DLR bulbs (Not LED)
Replies: 7
Views: 2053

Re: DLR bulbs (Not LED)

Hids direct do the best canbus drl bulbs, used them for years!!
by brayj2
Thu Nov 03, 2016 2:47 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Halogen Dipped beam Bulb change
Replies: 2
Views: 1496

Halogen Dipped beam Bulb change

Hi Guys, next job is to change the dipped bulbs and sidelights, has anyone attempted a bulb change yet for the main cluster? I have looked and hopefully its as simple as my B6 was, unless it is a through the wheel arch Jobbie?

Any help appreciated!
by brayj2
Tue Nov 01, 2016 10:30 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Halogen DRL LED options?
Replies: 2
Views: 1638

Re: Halogen DRL LED options?

Hey bud cheers, i bought a set from HIDS direct, fitted them they are great and they are projectors so the bulb pattern is very good. Now just need to fit some philips crystal vision bulbs to the dipped :)

Thanks for the reply!
by brayj2
Wed Oct 26, 2016 6:22 pm
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: Is the Chinese B6 and European B6 Passat the same???
Replies: 4
Views: 1301

Re: Is the Chinese B6 and European B6 Passat the same???

Hey mate the B6 was named the MAGOTAN over for Chinese Markets and to my knowledge it was the same Body and chassis.
by brayj2
Wed Oct 26, 2016 6:19 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Halogen DRL LED options?
Replies: 2
Views: 1638

Halogen DRL LED options?

Hi Guys, been looking for a while for some Canbus LED bulbs to replace the halogen ones in the B8. I ordered a set of P21 Leds from HID's direct but it turns out (after taking out the old bulb) I ordered the wrong fitment. The B8 needs W21W wedge bulbs for DRL. Anyone found a decent set?

Cheers
by brayj2
Wed Oct 19, 2016 8:23 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Creaking
Replies: 13
Views: 3200

Re: Creaking

My B8 saloon has taken to making creaking sounds when going over speed humps (at sensible speed). Has anyone found the same? I have had this happen on other cars whereby the issue ceases as soon as it rains. Guessing its some 'dry' suspension components. Switching the driver profile to sport seems ...
by brayj2
Fri Sep 30, 2016 6:43 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Coming/leaving home lights
Replies: 4
Views: 2797

Re: Coming/leaving home lights

If it's like my b7 then VW changed the setting and to activate you need to pull main beam stick to activate. This is different to my wife golf where if lights had been on and you get out the lights stayed on. Simple change in vcds but not sure on the b8 but defiantly was on my b7 to return the func...
by brayj2
Wed Sep 28, 2016 8:40 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Coming/leaving home lights
Replies: 4
Views: 2797

Coming/leaving home lights

Hi All, question about coming home lights on the B8. The auto lights are fine when unlocking the car and stay on for 15 seconds as per the leaving home setting on the touchscreen, however at night when I arrive home and exit the car the lights don't come on or stay on at all but I have set them at 1...
by brayj2
Fri Aug 26, 2016 6:34 am
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Headlight bulb change recommendations?
Replies: 16
Views: 3684

Re: Headlight bulb change recommendations?

O5car wrote:I helped a friend replace the drls with canbus leds.looks great now.
Hey mate what canbus bulbs did you use and where from?

Cheers
by brayj2
Thu Aug 25, 2016 6:22 am
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: Fitting an armrest B6
Replies: 5
Views: 1619

Re: Fitting an armrest B6

Hi all, I'm really wanting to fit an armrest to my B6 Passat, I have seen some armrests that are all attached to centre console and to be honest I can't be bothered / am worried I'd break something. Does anyone recommend a good armrest which is easy to fit? Thanks, Hi Mate I did the exact same in m...