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by derkie54
Wed May 02, 2018 12:44 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Direct Injection (TSI) Engines
Replies: 5
Views: 1808

Re: Direct Injection (TSI) Engines

Would it be a good idea to use premium petrol (V power etc) ?
I know this has more detergents/additives to help keep the engine clean and although it does not reach the valves and seats it might keep the injectors/plugs working more efficiently............or is it a waste on money.
by derkie54
Wed May 02, 2018 9:53 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Direct Injection (TSI) Engines
Replies: 5
Views: 1808

Direct Injection (TSI) Engines

Reading about direct injection engines one of the problems seems to be carbon build up behind the valves. This is not a problem on MPI engines as the port injection cleans the valves on entry whereas in direct injection the injectors go directly into the cylinder. Is this a big problem that can shor...
by derkie54
Mon Apr 02, 2018 4:06 pm
Forum: MK10 and MK11 (AW/BZ) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2018 onwards
Topic: Collected my new Polo yesterday.
Replies: 31
Views: 7832

Re: Collected my new Polo yesterday.

The Polo Probably has the same engine as the UP TSI and a similar suspension which is why it doesn't feel quieter or smoother, although the Polo is a more expensive car so you would expect more sound deadening material in it.
by derkie54
Sun Mar 11, 2018 9:50 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Arm Rest
Replies: 18
Views: 4619

Re: Arm Rest

I think it does. There are other threads on the 6r/6c board where members have retro-fitted this armrest - suggest you use the search facility and you should be able to find them, which should also confirm whether or not it would fit the 6c GTI. If your car’s a manual, bear in mind that when the ar...
by derkie54
Sun Jan 21, 2018 6:20 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Air con button
Replies: 4
Views: 1134

Re: Air con button

Manual Air Con Stays on when you next operate the blower, remembers last setting.
by derkie54
Fri Dec 22, 2017 11:12 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Front tyre replacement 185x60x15
Replies: 3
Views: 1046

Re: Front tyre replacement 185x60x15

Had many makes over the years Continental, Avon, Firestone and Dunlop etc, etc but must admit I'm a bit of a Michelin fan.... they've always been (for me) fairly quiet, long lasting and held the road as good as the others I've had......but they're not cheap. Considering Michelin cross climates for m...
by derkie54
Fri Dec 22, 2017 10:36 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Winter Tyres V Michelin Cross Climates
Replies: 2
Views: 931

Winter Tyres V Michelin Cross Climates

I used winter tyres on my previous car and now we've had a bit more of the white stuff I'm thinking of getting some steel wheels and winter tyres for the Polo. Anyone had experience of Michelin Cross Climates (which would save me a set of rims) or is it a case of dedicated winter tyres are best. We ...
by derkie54
Fri Oct 06, 2017 12:40 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Traces of oil having been thrown around the pulley area of s CJZD 1.2TSI engine
Replies: 9
Views: 2062

Re: Traces of oil having been thrown around the pulley area of s CJZD 1.2TSI engine

Is there a plug where you can you top up the oil in the AC compressor or are they sealed units ?
by derkie54
Tue Oct 03, 2017 7:49 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Traces of oil having been thrown around the pulley area of s CJZD 1.2TSI engine
Replies: 9
Views: 2062

Re: Traces of oil having been thrown around the pulley area of s CJZD 1.2TSI engine

You do say " nothing showing on the inner face of that compressor pulley" so surely it's dribbling/weeping/leaking from elsewhere on to the AC assembly.
by derkie54
Tue Oct 03, 2017 7:14 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Traces of oil having been thrown around the pulley area of s CJZD 1.2TSI engine
Replies: 9
Views: 2062

Re: Traces of oil having been thrown around the pulley area of s CJZD 1.2TSI engine

I'm sure you know a lot more about the Polo's than I do RUM4MO and I don't know what is causing your problem but it does remind me of a problem I had many years ago with a Metro. Coolant was everywhere under the bonnet so as it was under warranty it went back to the main dealers. They said it's a co...
by derkie54
Tue Oct 03, 2017 3:55 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: A visit to the Polo underworld
Replies: 16
Views: 3450

Re: A visit to the Polo underworld

I have the same pink pads as you Veteran and I'll post a picture later.
by derkie54
Mon Oct 02, 2017 12:26 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: A visit to the Polo underworld
Replies: 16
Views: 3450

Re: A visit to the Polo underworld

Just found out what Photobucket are doing............what photo sharing sites do other members use ?
by derkie54
Sun Oct 01, 2017 7:51 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: A visit to the Polo underworld
Replies: 16
Views: 3450

Re: A visit to the Polo underworld

Image

Mine looked like this when I collected it.