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    Just had a brainwave, it looks like part of the crank end oil seal. Didn't notice anything wrong with the current one so guess it is part of the old one?
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    Any ideas what this is and where it could of come from?! Found the longest bit hanging out of the oil pickup filter and the rest of it floating around the bottom of the sump!
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    Mid service update Been working on the car for the past few days and starting to see light at the end of the tunnel. Started with the disassembly of the engine and ancillaries, and noticed the inlet runners for the inlet manifold looked rather oily; This prompted me to pull the spark plugs aswell. The only ones that were of some concern were cylinders 1 and you probably guessed it...6. I did a compression test to get an idea of how things were looking, and this was quite positive getting between over 180 psi in most checks, lowest been cylinder 5 with a reading of 168 psi. F
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    6 Month service Its getting close to 6 months now since I completed the last oil service. Since that time I've used a lot of the spare oil I had from the last oil service, requiring top-ups every couple of weeks. I don't think I'm burning much as I haven't seen any blue smoke. But I know I'm dropping oil from a persistent leak which I tried to eliminate back in May by replacing the oil cooler and seals. My suspicion is that the leak is coming from the timing chain cover plate, which I was hoping was not the case but that area is always damp with oil, especially around the join of the two p
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    Looks like you've been having some fun! Keep it up.
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    Black roof lining was never an original option, best bet would be to make one up yourself.
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    Saw this when it was for sale, thought I saw the Brembo calipers in one of the pictures! Nice buy matey.
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    You may want to have the block looked at by a specialist as new rings may not be worthwhile if there is a lot of wear or scoring to it. Head gasket definitely do whilst its off. The VR6 doesn't have a cambelt. It uses timing chains and tensioners, all of which are worth replacing if they haven't been already. Other things to consider would be; Clutch+new mounting hardwareCrank end oil sealThermostat, thermostat housing, 'crack' pipe and all associated seals and fixingsPossibly oil cooler+hoses, definitely the oil cooler seals Probably worth giving the cylinder head a refresh with new valv
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    Textured trim? If faded grab a heat gun and gently heat the plastic, this will restore the colour than apply a product like Autoglym bumper care. Failing that another very good product (although expensive) is Gtechniq C4 trim restorer
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    I ordered a Beru coil pack, as its the closest to o.e i could find. Have you had the car read for any fault codes?
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    I thought because the air will be under boost, the benefits of the variable runner intake would be largely lost. And yes, I'd sell it and put the money towards other bits.
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    Why do you think this is? Something to do with the master cylinder?
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    Good stuff, hope they work ok for you
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    What Luke said, made a difference for me when I purged the brakes, if possible. Have been reading that the brake feel isn't great when compared to modern cars.
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    Decided today to remove the rubber cover around the filler neck. After blasting out the mud from behind there I found a single brown wire with a spade connector which looked like it had broken off where its meant to be, part number 3 below; Is this bit essential, and does anyone know where it attaches to?
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    I've only got the rear ones fitted, they use a u style clamp with a hex bolt to secure them
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    Here you go http://www.vr6oc.com/forum/topic/45252-mk3-vr6-cabriolet/
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    Read good things about it, should also raise the boiling point of your coolant so works a little more efficiently, does look a little pricey though...
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    This is a common issue around the vr6's cooling system, the above is a really good way to give your cooling system electrics a thorough health check and can be done in half an hour
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    Don't quote me on this, but I believe the engine loom will be needed in as far back as the fuse box. You'll also need the clocks and immobiliser/transponder from the ignition switch. Can't think of many threads on here, but take a look on VW Vortex, its an American forum but the mk3 section is very active and i've seen more vr6>cabriolet conversions over there. If I was in your position I'd get myself a donor car (often see a few on eBay) then you'll have everything you need.
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    Regarding the brakes, if you opt to fit the vr6 engine, done properly will incorporate the 5 stud wheel hubs and either 280mm or 288mm front brakes along with a larger master cylinder. I'd go for a later 'obd 2' engine as they have a better engine management system and tend to make a little bit more power. I'd recommend reading up on vr6 engine conversions and that will give you a good idea what's involved, best of luck!
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    Didn't know that Luke, Knew it was a problem for the Corrado boys but not us.
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    Have you got a volt meter? If so check the voltage your getting at the bulb connection
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    I'm right down by London, did see your advert though. Managed to get hold of a passenger side headlight and cannibalised it for the bit I need
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    I'd say generally it is yes, catering for the golf/vento/corrado vr6. The AAA shares some similarities with the AYL and subsequent 6 cylinder engines, but some of the biggest differences occur with the cylinder head to accommodate more valves, variable intake runners etc and other changes to comply with emission regulations. I'd say you may find more specific info for your engine on a mk4 golf forum as that car and models which share the same platform would of been fitted with the AYL engine.
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