Re: CupraCraigs 20v Project Reply #45 – April 14, 2021, 02:13:06 PM car has a fresh ticket on it and runs lovelyI have picked up some replacement Recaro Bolsters so that i can begin a retrimIMG_20210319_172912 by Laxadams, on FlickrNew screen and a battery fitted to the boot...temp solution for the battery, but still solidIMG-20210330-WA0001 by Laxadams, on FlickrIMG_20210405_112253_586 by Laxadams, on Flickri have been logging the ECU, running calculations against the MAF readings to get an indication of BHP. Obviously this is not at the wheels, but gives a pretty good indication of the region of power. Peaking at 264 in this log was nice to see but generally in the low 230's is expected. This is without going beyond 5000rpm as i have a mis fire issue, soon to be resolved with new N75 and coilpacks. once i can rev to red line, i should see 240's on average i would think.Power Logs by Laxadams, on Flickr
Re: CupraCraigs 20v Project Reply #46 – April 20, 2021, 08:24:25 AM altenator died this week, so i've whipped it off and have been doing some bench testing to check its not just the voltage regulator.. i think the unit itself is dead, so i have ordered a refurbished Bosch one.so things arriving this week:4 x new coilpacks4 x spark plugs1 x Recirc valve1 x Alternator1 x Batteryexpensive week, but should have it back in top condition again
Re: CupraCraigs 20v Project Reply #48 – April 20, 2021, 01:25:22 PM Quote from: Monkey on April 20, 2021, 08:37:28 AMThat car wants for nothing!iit wants a 4 wheel drive Haldex system hahayesh its pretty papered but considering the coilpacks and alternator are 20 years old now, they have done well
Re: CupraCraigs 20v Project Reply #49 – April 20, 2021, 01:42:42 PM 4wd is the ultimate mod for mk2s!
Re: CupraCraigs 20v Project Reply #50 – April 22, 2021, 08:53:24 AM car all sorted, still awaiting coilpacks from Autodoc that i ordered on the 12th though.Alternator replacement worked really well, the old one was probably struggling for some time. The new one has it running really smooth again. I noticed that the coil pack earth was not super tight, so did that up and now the mis fire / cut out has stopped. Its boost city and FAST 2 Likes
Re: CupraCraigs 20v Project Reply #51 – May 10, 2021, 10:59:15 AM BBS back on, Pirelli Pzer Nero all round. Grippy!IMG_20210507_204029_941 by Laxadams, on FlickrIMG_20210509_090211_145 by Laxadams, on Flickr 2 Likes
Re: CupraCraigs 20v Project Reply #52 – July 24, 2021, 03:09:11 PM Such an awesome car and build, with amazing attention to detail. If you ever decide to sell, hit me up! 1 Likes
Re: CupraCraigs 20v Project Reply #53 – August 06, 2021, 03:32:47 PM not been on for a while, thought i'd add a small updateI had a driveshaft poo itself so replaced thatIMG_20210608_195005 by Laxadams, on Flickrgot it in PVWPVW feat by Laxadams, on FlickrTook up 3d printing and made some bracketsIMG_20210713_145324 by Laxadams, on Flickrstarted mocking up the electric window mounts, i have made up an electric window loom for them too, so they will just sit in the centre consol next to the E-windows and i'l have full control from the comfort of my seat.IMG_20210714_174653 by Laxadams, on FlickrDecided to re-paint the BBSIMG_20210723_094217 by Laxadams, on FlickrIMG_20210727_141321 by Laxadams, on FlickrAnd thats as much as i have done. i really need to finish the windows so i can drive it again before winter hahaI'm also on the look out for some BBS RM 012 if anyone has some
Re: CupraCraigs 20v Project Reply #54 – August 06, 2021, 03:49:13 PM Amazing... but you can't just throw in something about fitting bespoke electric opening rear windows in passing - we need a thread about it of it's own!
Re: CupraCraigs 20v Project Reply #55 – August 06, 2021, 04:03:41 PM Quote from: L90E on August 06, 2021, 03:49:13 PMAmazing... but you can't just throw in something about fitting bespoke electric opening rear windows in passing - we need a thread about it of it's own!it uses some VW Sharan/Ford Galaxy motors... I replicated the electric window loom for the front windows and other than that its not too complicated.I got the glass and seals from VW heritage for about £90. It will involve a small element of trimming on the B and C pillar plastics but think its worth it. IMG_20210715_181019 by Laxadams, on FlickrIMG_20210713_182947 by Laxadams, on FlickrIMG_20210701_173930 by Laxadams, on Flickr
Re: CupraCraigs 20v Project Reply #57 – August 06, 2021, 08:03:08 PM I think you're being modest - looks like alot more work than you're letting on, remember to let us all see the finished article.
Re: CupraCraigs 20v Project Reply #58 – August 13, 2021, 10:54:33 AM window testing today has gone well, pissed it down for a hour and its all nice and dry and the seal is doing its job.Wheels are off for paint at the moment. so now just looking at a revision to the front tyre as its currently a 195/45 but needs to be a 195/40 really. 1 Likes
Re: CupraCraigs 20v Project Reply #59 – August 18, 2021, 03:57:08 PM Put a loom together, its ignition live triggered on a relay, fused too, Behaves the same as the front windowsIMG_20210818_154515 by Laxadams, on Flickr 1 Likes
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