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by rover220
Tue Jan 14, 2014 7:32 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: 57mpg to 32mpg
Replies: 12
Views: 1930

Re: 57mpg to 32mpg

Martin "It's not uncommon that the mpg's drop when it's cold..."after the disaster of my wishbone bushes, my MPG reduced from 40 to 35 and I thought proper bushes/new tyres and tracking would sort it,but,the last tankful still gave 35 mpg....now my understanding of it is that the Lambda s...
by rover220
Tue Jan 14, 2014 7:31 pm
Forum: Club House
Topic: UK-Polos.net Car Insurance Scheme with Prestige Keep Moving
Replies: 43
Views: 26918

Re: UK-Polos.net Car Insurance Scheme with Prestige Keep Mov

Interesting piece of news to bring insurance premiums down - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-25663249 What do you think? With kind regards Tim Free MOT with Halfords worth up to £54.85 when you renew with us! Prestige Keep Moving Car Insurance Scheme (http://www.prestigekeepmoving.com/p/car-c...
by rover220
Sun Jan 05, 2014 3:49 pm
Forum: DIY Guides
Topic: Installing polybushes on 9N3 wishbones
Replies: 14
Views: 7316

Re: Installing polybushes on 9N3 wishbones

Excellent. Should be a vast improvement
by rover220
Sun Jan 05, 2014 8:20 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: 57mpg to 32mpg
Replies: 12
Views: 1930

Re: 57mpg to 32mpg

I wouldnt rely on the dash readout. Not accurate in the slightest.
by rover220
Sun Jan 05, 2014 8:19 am
Forum: Detailing / Bodywork
Topic: Autobrite
Replies: 6
Views: 6427

Re: Autobrite

I do yes. Excellent product. Doesnt produce the thickest foam however its cleaning ability is very good.
by rover220
Sat Jan 04, 2014 12:44 pm
Forum: Detailing / Bodywork
Topic: Autobrite
Replies: 6
Views: 6427

Re: Autobrite

Buy autofinesse instead.
by rover220
Thu Dec 26, 2013 2:28 pm
Forum: Unsorted For Sale Posts
Topic: Black 3door Polo GTI 6n2 *For Sale*
Replies: 3
Views: 1211

Re: Black 3door Polo GTI 6n2 *For Sale*

It's well overpriced I'm afraid
by rover220
Thu Dec 26, 2013 11:35 am
Forum: DIY Guides
Topic: Installing polybushes on 9N3 wishbones
Replies: 14
Views: 7316

Re: Installing polybushes on 9N3 wishbones

you will have upset the alignment yes, will require tracking now
by rover220
Thu Dec 26, 2013 10:59 am
Forum: DIY Guides
Topic: Installing polybushes on 9N3 wishbones
Replies: 14
Views: 7316

Re: Installing polybushes on 9N3 wishbones

you wont need any special tools to fit the powerflex bushes as youve already done the hard work by removing the standard bushes
by rover220
Wed Dec 25, 2013 9:39 pm
Forum: MK7 (9N3) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2006-2008
Topic: Big brake upgrade
Replies: 32
Views: 9420

Re: Big brake upgrade

312mm will fit under monza wheels.

Best easy bolt on brake upgrade you can do.
by rover220
Wed Dec 25, 2013 8:49 pm
Forum: DIY Guides
Topic: Installing polybushes on 9N3 wishbones
Replies: 14
Views: 7316

Re: Installing polybushes on 9N3 wishbones

To remove the wishbone you only need to undo the front 18mm bolt and the 3 13mm bolts holding the balljoint on.

The wishbone can be removed. Youll need a ratchet strap to help refit the wishbone but its very easy.
by rover220
Wed Dec 25, 2013 1:19 pm
Forum: DIY Guides
Topic: Installing polybushes on 9N3 wishbones
Replies: 14
Views: 7316

Re: Installing polybushes on 9N3 wishbones

Oops. Id get yourself a powerflex set. Not cheap but you get a lifetime warranty and you know they will work.

Ive fitted them to various cars and they are the best option.
by rover220
Sun Dec 22, 2013 8:33 pm
Forum: DIY Guides
Topic: Installing polybushes on 9N3 wishbones
Replies: 14
Views: 7316

Re: Installing polybushes on 9N3 wishbones

I'd also advise against removing the whole console. Bolts have a habit of shearing and you will now need a proper 4 wheel alignment preferably using the vag tool for correctly locating the consoles.

The job is very easily done with consoles left of the car
by rover220
Sun Dec 22, 2013 8:31 pm
Forum: DIY Guides
Topic: Installing polybushes on 9N3 wishbones
Replies: 14
Views: 7316

Re: Installing polybushes on 9N3 wishbones

Buy cheap buy twice. Look like floflex bushes to me, the console bush is a p*** poor design and I'm sure they wouldn't stand the test of time.
by rover220
Mon Dec 09, 2013 7:50 am
Forum: MK7 (9N3) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2006-2008
Topic: Insurers and Intercoolers
Replies: 7
Views: 1708

Re: Insurers and Intercoolers

Another vote for greenlight, sorted me out on my polo gti with all the mods I made.