Caputo's MKIV GTI Build Thread

[caputo9]

I'd also like to pose the question of how much one of you guys would pay for a set of used oem roof racks? I'm looking at a set and don't have a clue what they're worth.

If someone can also point me in the right direction for 15mm bolt on spacers for my front wheels it will be of great help to me.
Thanks again

[TeeheeOner]

Hey man awesome build! For the spacers would you like them to be hub centric or lug centric? there's heaps on ebay from reputable sellers going for around the $100 mark for a pair. Or you can get it made custom like I did to fit my bbs reps, they cost about 180 for a pair including bolts so that could be another possibility for you!

[TommyMk4]

This is faqen sick ! More updates plz!

[caputo9]

Thanks Teehee! Id prefer hub-centric bolt-on, so i can match my 25mm rears. i can get another set of 25mm spacers off my mate but im afraid they wont fit. When i get some spare time ill see how one of them goes on the front but ill more than likely be disappointed. Which is why im looking at 15mm. Ive seen a fair few on ebay, but arent to fit vw. Theres a set with a 56cb and m12x1.25 bolts, or 54cb and m12x1.5bolts, but not one that has a 57.1cb, and m12x1.5 bolts which is what i need.
$180 is a little bit much for what i want to spend but if thats the only option ill have to go with it.

Thanks Tommy aha
Im currently looking at a set of oem vw roof racks but have no idea on what they're worth. Can someone shed some light for me? aha

[eri_12]

I have a set of brand new ECS 15mm spacers with extended bolts if you want. Never used just bought them to have in case...yours for $140 shipped to your door. Pm me if you want them.
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[marcoz]

I'm thinking of getting rid of my thule roof racks if you're interested!

[TeeheeOner]

you could always cut corners and get one with a larger centre bore and run hub rings!?

[caputo9]

There isnt one on ebay that has a larger cb, well what i could find anyway aha. They're all smaller and wont fit on my hub to start with.
After speaking to and looking at eri_12's post on the wheel thread it looks like ill be able to use a 25mm spacer on the front. So ill have to test it out and go from there Saving money and buying local parts makes things alot easier aha

[TeeheeOner]

Let me know how it goes man! Because im running 8.5 inch wide rims with 15mm spacers at the front and it soo illegal hahaha

[caputo9]

Will do
haha thats maad! Loves the snapchat

I got tailed by a cop tonight for a good 5 mins, looked like the end of his shift and was pushing his way through traffic after pulling out of maccas haha

[TeeheeOner]

Haha yeah man! Not looking forward at all to highway patrol [emoji379] inb4 defect!!! I need to roll the guards or something...

You got your front and rear valances colour matched didn't you? How much did that set you back?

[caputo9]

Haha i shat myself when he pulled up behind me at the lights!
Yeah aha rolling your guards might be a good idea with poke like that lol
And yeah i did aha. Set me back 150 a piece I reckon it makes it look alot better and don't know why vw skimped out on it aha. Same with the mk5 lol.
Im still debating wether or not i want to colour match the rub strips aswel

[TeeheeOner]

Rolling guards is definitely on the list mate! But catback is getting done on Friday so probably that first hehe.

Yeah you should do it bro! Looks a lot better imo! Mines the sport so it got all of it colour matched the door handles etc. nice clean look!

I might try and paint them valances myself using colour match paint from super cheap or something. Follow the mightycarmods vid on it, knowing my luck it will turn out ****! Ahha

[caputo9]

haha sounds good man!
Catback will happen one day lol. I was quoted about 340 without a tip if that sounds about right?
Ive seen metallic silver plastidip so i might give that a go on them.
i saw that video but i wanted to get it done properly aha.

But first on the list is front spacers, roof racks and some vinyl wrap

[TeeheeOner]

Yeah I was quoted 350 without a tip! Should sound and look madd with it on i can't wait until Friday )) what are you vinyl wrapping bro?