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  2. non-starter! please help!

    in I.C.E, Security an Electrical

    Posted

    thanks for the advice.

    charged the battery overnight, and hurrah! it started first time. Didn't drive it that day,went back to it this morning to give it a good run on the motorway, and its dead again - absolutely nothing now, not even the clicking from before.

    So, I assume that means that the battery is dead? Which is obviously better than a dead alternator....!

    The date on the battey said 2001, is that about right? or should I be looking for something else too?

    cheers

  3. non-starter! please help!

    in I.C.E, Security an Electrical

    Posted

    Hi

    Ive had a search through the forums but cant seem to find anything that 100% matches the problem im having so.....

    Upon trying to start my 1995 golf vr6 this morning, ignition lights up, no error codes (apart from the service one!), but the engine does not turn over or start.

    It makes a kind of clicking noise instead of turning over- opening the bonnet and listening to it - sounds like, well, a mechanical machine gun is the only way I can describe it. It actually sounds like its coming from the engine block itself, but that could just be me being stupid. Having tried it a few times, sometimes when I hold the key in the start position it only clikcs once, and doesnt "machine-gun".

    The alarm (clifford concept 100) still works, so im assuming the battery isnt dead. I can hear the fuel pump priming (i think) when the ignition is switched on. I've read something about starter motor grounding cables, but I'm not really sure where the starter motor actually is to check this..(!)

    Any suggestions on things I can check myself would be fantastic - but I am a mechanical retard so please be really descriptive if possible!

    many many thanks in advance as I really some help!!

    Adam

  4. "Mr Clutch" ???

    in Transmission

    Posted

    all comments are apreciated, thanks

    £430 is for a standard VW clutch + replacement master arm...

    Mr Clutch uses new, 3rd party brands....

    I know mr clutch is clearly not the "best" choice - but if i'm going to sell the car before the 2 year warranty expires, does it really matter?

    oh how i wish i could win the lottery...!!!!!

  5. "Mr Clutch" ???

    in Transmission

    Posted

    Hi all

    The guys at The Phirm have told me that my clutch (and probably master arm) is knackered - its £430 all in for a replacement. This is obviously very good value, as the guys there are absolutely brilliant.

    However "Mr Clutch" will replace the lot for £320 - this is a significant saving, and as I am very broke at the moment, this money would come in handy. They don't use VW bits, but use branded aftermarket clutches instead, which come with a 2 year/ 20,000 mile guarantee.

    Does anyone have any experience with Mr Clutch (they are a national chain)? I obviously want to take it to The Phirm as my past experience with them was amazing, but £120 is a big saving!!!!

    let me know your thoughts please guys + gals

    cheers

    Adam

  6. black trim to body colour

    in Bodywork and Styling

    Posted

    Hi All

    There are a few threads along this theme already but they all asume prior knowledge, of which I have none!! *-)

    so..

    I want to change the black trim on my 1995 golf vr, but I'm not sure what my options are - can I get the bits resprayed? what about just pulling them off - the later models which don't have the trim, have they got extra body-coloured trim, or nothing at all?

    if I do pull the bits off, i assume there will be holes that will need filling? Also, the paintwork is pretty dull (a weeks worth of polishing should sort it apparantly) but I guess the paint underneath the trim will be brighter than the rest of the bodywork? Or will it be shitty and rusty?!!

    sorry for so many questions...your help will be apreciated... but please be basic as im a complete golf newbie.... :) !

    cheers

  7. service for vr6 near junction 17 m25

    in Parts, Suppliers and Companies

    Posted

    Hi all

    I Bought my first red 1995 VR6 last night! Its got a bit of wear, but generally good nick. Unfortunately its not cold starting too well, and to be honest it needs a good service.

    Can anyone recommend a good garage to get a full service - I want to avoid expensive VW dealerships if possible. I live in Rickmansworth, junction 17 on the M25.

    thanks all,

    Adam

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