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  • #16
    Finally got the coilovers in

    Have had a few distractions, other things to take care of over the last few months but finally got some time over the last 2 days to get the coilovers fitted to the car. Was easier than i thought, did buy some stands, a trolley jack and an impact wrench so had no excuses and wanted to make sure I didn't drop the car or do anything silly. So far so good, lets see how they go. Some photos below on the outcome as well as few steps. As far as driving goes its a harsher ride however it feels very solid, cornering so much better. Next step is to get a wheel alignment done.

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    And here is the new look with the coilovers installed
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    And a couple of progress shots from the day, didn't take a lot was trying to stay focused, was a bit hot outside

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    1996 Golf Mk3 VR6
    2006 Golf Mk5 2.0 TDI

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    • #17
      Nice work, looks good with the new stance.
      1997 Golf CL, 2011 Caddy Life TDI, 2007 Golf TDI, 1996 Vento GL (red), 2008 Skoda Octavia TDI
      1996 Vento GL (white) - RIP

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      • #18
        Thanks
        I got a wheel alignment done yesterday and that’s made a big difference the the ride. Will do a bit more driving on the weekend.




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        1996 Golf Mk3 VR6
        2006 Golf Mk5 2.0 TDI

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        • #19
          Awesome job mate. Any more updates since then? I am doing the same with mine over the ditch in New Zealand. I have a full spec 3 door vr. There is a thread for mine on VASK nz

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          • #20
            Car was off the road for a while and COVID lockdowns in Victoria slowed down any fixes. They have now all been fixed. Had to replace water pump, battery and then got a full service. Hoping to start driving again a bit more, getting wheel alignment next week.
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            1996 Golf Mk3 VR6
            2006 Golf Mk5 2.0 TDI

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            • #21
              get it out and enjoy the freedom
              Bora gone
              Vento VR6
              MKIV GSW TDI
              7P Touareg TDI

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              • #22
                Have had a drive every day so far, running well, touch wood, and yea enjoying some freedom [emoji3]


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                1996 Golf Mk3 VR6
                2006 Golf Mk5 2.0 TDI

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