Josho 0 Posted May 26, 2013 Report Share Posted May 26, 2013 No worries matey!I'm willing to bet that the lack of rev reading as something to do with it if it doesn't go later on!Watching this thread! Need to make one of my own! Link to post Share on other sites
Josho 0 Posted May 26, 2013 Report Share Posted May 26, 2013 No worries matey!I'm willing to bet that the lack of rev reading as something to do with it if it doesn't go later on!Watching this thread! Need to make one of my own! Link to post Share on other sites
Gefstar 1 Posted May 26, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 26, 2013 You can say that again!! Start a thread... The more the merrier and I might get valuable info from you or vice versa Link to post Share on other sites
Gefstar 1 Posted May 26, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 26, 2013 You can say that again!! Start a thread... The more the merrier and I might get valuable info from you or vice versa Link to post Share on other sites
Gefstar 1 Posted May 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2013 Tried to draw a diagram for the relocation of the battery to the boot... I think the positive side of the battery is ok but not sure about the negative side...Where does the negative wire from the battery to the back of the fuse / relay board attach, route etc...Help would be appreciated**also posted in technical/ice/electrical ** Link to post Share on other sites
Gefstar 1 Posted May 31, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2013 Last night was spent removing more bits from the engine:Fuel Rail. Injectors, lower intake manifold, Alternator, Alt and Power Steering bracket, Cam cover.Removed so I can look at getting them polished or plated... Local company to me in Wolves have said bring them down and they will price it up...But I thought I'd have a go and see how hard it can really be!!So armed with 60,120,180,240,320 & 400 grit sandpaper, a sanding block and some WD40 I got to work...The start:From another angle:And then I started rubbing and then I rubbed some more and carried on for two hours with 60 grit and got this!!So I'm off to buy some power tools (Hand Sander) and I have already ordered a polishing kit from these people - http://www.metalpolishingsupplies.co.uk/After speaking with Pete (VR6Pete) I am also on the hunt for some abrasive flap discs to get the metal down to a workable state (Cheers Pete)How do people get the hard to reach stuff on brackets, alternators etc?Help is again appreciated Link to post Share on other sites
Lukey. 381 Posted May 31, 2013 Report Share Posted May 31, 2013 Probably a dremel for the tight bits Link to post Share on other sites
Gefstar 1 Posted June 1, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 1, 2013 Right .... Power tool purchased, flap wheel in drill and after a bit of work I had this... (After 80 grit)I was quite happy with it and it looked good after the 80 grit but something was niggling me about the hidden bits and the bits that usually get painted...There were cast marks, pitted parts and generally poor looking bits so I decided to go balls deep!!... So I now have this small part but I think it looks good.... Just six more to go and the sides, underside, middle etc etc etc :S from this ( but other side of the manifold)to this.... Back in the garage after dinner to carry oncheers Link to post Share on other sites
VR6Pete 1,455 Posted June 1, 2013 Report Share Posted June 1, 2013 Takes alot of effort mate, but worth it when you see the finished results Link to post Share on other sites
daveyboy 897 Posted June 1, 2013 Report Share Posted June 1, 2013 I bought a proper metal polishing kit off eBay a few years ago and polished the frame on my motor bike and it came out like a mirror. It took me about 4hrs per side to do but it was worth it. I'm in 2 minds what to do with my inlet manifold, either polish it or paint it Link to post Share on other sites
VR6Pete 1,455 Posted June 1, 2013 Report Share Posted June 1, 2013 I vapour blasted mine and polished the face if the inlets Link to post Share on other sites
Gefstar 1 Posted June 1, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 1, 2013 Bloody Cast Marks and the strive for perfection!!Before:After:I need a Dremel because my fingers are killing!! Link to post Share on other sites
Gefstar 1 Posted June 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2013 A bit of progress on the strip down front...Cue loads of pics (For my own reference but may also be handy for anybody looking for info on bits and pieces on the golf vr6)Removed the O/S/R wheel arch trim and found this Its going to need a whole load of fabrication on the inner arch and then a replacement panel to cover the arch and petrol flap innardsAlso removed the front wings to continue the hunt for the dreaded rust and YES, I definitely found it... Where the wing meets the sill... And a pic of the N/S Sill and again .... more rust!And an overview of the N/S inner arch...N/S/F Brake Wear Indicator...And the N/S/F ABS Sensor wires and connector..And a shot of the N/S Sill from underneath .. surprisingly solid But I'm probably going to change it anyway to check on inner metalRemoved the O/S/F wing and found it to be a aftermarket part (Points to either historical rust issue or a bump)But again RUST where the wing meets the SillOverview of the O/S/F Inner archO/S/F Brake wear indicatorand the O/S/F ABS Sensor wires and connectorAnd then this..... Holy rusty holes Batman!!MessyAnd for good measure some holes on the top of the sill in the door shutIts got to get worse before it gets better!!Removed the rubbers from the roof gutter/screen surround and found a bit of surface rust on the N/S RearAnd the O/S RearAnd now safely tucked up until tomorrowCheers for looking and apologies for all the damn images!! (p) Link to post Share on other sites
VR6Pete 1,455 Posted June 8, 2013 Report Share Posted June 8, 2013 I've said it once before lol, you've got your work cut out there with the body. Link to post Share on other sites
Gefstar 1 Posted June 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2013 I've said it once before lol' date=' you've got your work cut out there with the body. [/quote']Pete, I love a challenge!! Link to post Share on other sites
chazvr 1 Posted June 9, 2013 Report Share Posted June 9, 2013 I think that arch trim was holding that part of the car together :-D good luck with getting it all sorted Link to post Share on other sites
Gefstar 1 Posted June 9, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 9, 2013 I think that arch trim was holding that part of the car together :-D good luck with getting it all sortedCheers Chaz..I'm scared to breathe by it just in case another hole appears!!Onwards and upwards Link to post Share on other sites
Gefstar 1 Posted June 30, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 30, 2013 After a nightmare with the M8 inner CV bolts ( somebody must have used Torxvand damaged the 12points) and a rounded off manifold nut the engine is out....I now have some room to sort out the engine bay Link to post Share on other sites
VR6Pete 1,455 Posted June 30, 2013 Report Share Posted June 30, 2013 Whoop. I had wondered how you were getting on mate, not seen any updates for a wee while Link to post Share on other sites
Gefstar 1 Posted July 10, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 10, 2013 After much digging I can confirm its a sieve!So i'm breaking it and will look for a better starting pointBits and Parts available if anybody wants anythingcheers Link to post Share on other sites
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