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Chat about your MKI or MKII Polo (86 and 86F)
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Last post by jsybrian
Sat Sep 22, 2018 11:56 am
Photo Hosting is now enabled
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Hi All
We've taken the decision to allow users to upload images to the site to save you having to host them externally
In order to do this, when...
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Wed Aug 18, 2021 10:33 am
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Sat Jan 06, 2024 12:42 am
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Last post by gourtz
Sun Jan 29, 2023 11:01 am
Rear axle alignment
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GroovyCarrot »
Fri Apr 22, 2005 8:10 pm
Is it possible for the rear axle to be misaligned? Just, I noticed today when I was checking over my new tyres that the nearside rear wheel has acres...
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Last post by GroovyCarrot
Tue Apr 26, 2005 3:53 pm
5 speed conversion..how much££££
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steveo3002 »
Sun Apr 24, 2005 7:12 pm
my 88 1300 polo doesnt have the 5 speed option, im intrested in collecting the parts to convert it
what do i need..whats the going rate for good...
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Last post by Gareth_GT_Hatch
Tue Apr 26, 2005 11:36 am
Any experiences with power inverters?
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mkoprulu »
Mon Apr 18, 2005 11:38 am
This one is an odd question really... Has any of you tried to stick a power inverter to the ciggie lighter socket to plug in any electrical device...
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Last post by mkoprulu
Tue Apr 26, 2005 10:01 am
Parts need to finish...
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NornIron »
Tue Apr 26, 2005 9:35 am
I need the following to finish restoring my 1981 Polo L:
Chrome Sill Trim Strips (both LH and RH)
Rear Wheel Arch Plastic Stone Guards (both LH and...
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Last post by NornIron
Tue Apr 26, 2005 9:35 am
Will these seats fit?
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Gizmo »
Mon Apr 25, 2005 12:37 pm
Hi
Does anybody know if Mk2 Golf GTI seats will fit my Mk2 Polo squareback? If they do will they need any modifications? :?
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Last post by Gizmo
Mon Apr 25, 2005 8:39 pm
stinks of petrol
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steveo3002 »
Sun Apr 24, 2005 3:30 pm
our mk2 had a leaky tank a while back and obviously stank of petrol, i fitted a new tank and all looks fine with no leaks
thing is i still get a...
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Last post by polokris
Mon Apr 25, 2005 8:31 am
Speaker Wiring in a Mk2
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GingerNik »
Thu Apr 21, 2005 7:43 pm
Hello all,
I've posted something similar in the ICE section, but I'm looking for a more mk2 specific response.
I've just recently fitted my new...
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Last post by k4lps
Sat Apr 23, 2005 5:02 pm
HT leads sparking?
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GroovyCarrot »
Fri Apr 22, 2005 11:54 am
I had a look under my bonnet last night (car was overheating because I'd forgotten to clip the new temp sensor in place and my coolant had been...
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Last post by GroovyCarrot
Sat Apr 23, 2005 12:12 am
Removing wing
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GroovyCarrot »
Thu Apr 21, 2005 8:08 pm
I tried to removing the O/S wing today in order to respray it, but failed.. I removed all the bolts along the top of the wing, the one down the...
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Last post by GroovyCarrot
Sat Apr 23, 2005 12:11 am
NEW PICS!!
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polokris »
Mon Apr 18, 2005 9:14 pm
here are a few piccys of my Dub! :P
comments peeps! :D
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Last post by Maker Boy
Wed Apr 20, 2005 12:56 am
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Last post by russ.turner
Sun Apr 17, 2005 8:51 pm
finally lowered
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polokris »
Thu Apr 14, 2005 8:33 pm
just a few pics.... had it lowered last weekend, happy with the stance! wot u all think?
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Last post by polokris
Sun Apr 17, 2005 10:27 am
Coupe S upgrades
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cappuccinocruiser »
Tue Apr 12, 2005 2:25 pm
Ok people.
First off Hi, I'm currently using a 1988 Polo coupe S as a daily hack, it's a great little car, brilliant on fuel and drives really well,...
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Last post by ZOMBIE
Sat Apr 16, 2005 8:43 pm
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Last post by SteB
Sat Apr 16, 2005 3:00 pm
where to spray oil on the accelerator?
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mkoprulu »
Wed Apr 13, 2005 9:54 am
Hi all, my polo has developed a slightly annoying sound lately. It's coming from the accelerator pedal when depressed about 0.5-1cm, which is the...
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Last post by GroovyCarrot
Thu Apr 14, 2005 9:46 am
Hello! A few questions about my car.
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GingerNik »
Mon Apr 11, 2005 5:26 pm
Hey guys.
I've said a general hello in the Clubhouse but I thought I'd introduce myself in here too.
I've got a 1988 Coupe 1.3 - it's a Boulevard...
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Last post by GroovyCarrot
Tue Apr 12, 2005 7:59 pm
coupe S numbers?
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cappuccinocruiser »
Mon Apr 11, 2005 4:23 pm
So how rare are thos Coupe S's then?, I never see many about these days....
Guessing it was the top o the line one?
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Last post by Tahrey1043
Mon Apr 11, 2005 9:12 pm
F****** welding
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polo-vixen »
Fri Apr 08, 2005 7:16 pm
I have me coupe, and needs some welding on the drivers wheel arch, just in front of the suspension,
But the polo being the polo, had to have the...
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Last post by Tahrey1043
Mon Apr 11, 2005 9:08 pm
bits
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russ.turner »
Fri Apr 08, 2005 10:38 pm
Hi there, im after some bits for my '81 polo l. Stuff like an early grill and a new front bumper, if anyone out there can help then please drop me a...
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Last post by heartagram
Sat Apr 09, 2005 3:04 pm
project polo stage 3 56k'ers beware
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mk2keel »
Wed Mar 30, 2005 7:40 pm
Right, had the polo in a barn for a lil while now, meaning i could work on her easily and i had electricity and water at hand. I decided it would be...
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Last post by polokris
Wed Apr 06, 2005 7:25 pm
INLET
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ZOMBIE »
Tue Apr 05, 2005 11:22 pm
My inlet manifold does not have a pipe coming off the exhaust onto the inlet mainfold to warm it? should it have it on a 1.3 2g engine? Its just...
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Last post by Gareth_GT_Hatch
Wed Apr 06, 2005 3:44 pm
Fitting a MK3 front end to a MK2
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Petrified »
Sat Apr 02, 2005 5:09 pm
Quite a broad question I know,
but is this a simple job? is it just a case of removing panels and fitting the new ones? also with the front and...
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Last post by SpikeyG40
Tue Apr 05, 2005 9:29 pm
Chipping a mk2 coupe s
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polo-vixen »
Fri Mar 25, 2005 8:38 pm
Hi im a little stuck at the moment, and i was wondering how i could chip me coupe?
I know that u need to have an injection system, which i can do...
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Last post by Gareth_GT_Hatch
Tue Apr 05, 2005 5:20 pm
crank oil seal....easy job??
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steveo3002 »
Wed Mar 30, 2005 7:11 pm
my 1300 polo is still leaking oil , so i figured id change the sump gasket and front crank oil seal cus they both look suspect
is there any special...
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Last post by GroovyCarrot
Mon Apr 04, 2005 9:48 pm
'81 LX Polo 86k 12months MOT 6months TAX
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wstwd »
Mon Mar 14, 2005 12:10 pm
See cars for sale on porka.net for more pics plus spec, it's been fully serviced with genuine VAG parts were possible. I have full service history...
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Last post by wstwd
Mon Apr 04, 2005 8:37 am
cylinder head swap(help)
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ste mk1lx »
Sat Apr 02, 2005 3:00 pm
i've just removed my mh engines head and its rotten in the ports can I use a 1043 head if I change the cam over TIA
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Last post by ste mk1lx
Sun Apr 03, 2005 10:53 pm
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Last post by Gareth_GT_Hatch
Sat Apr 02, 2005 10:56 pm
Inlet manifold
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GroovyCarrot »
Tue Mar 29, 2005 7:58 pm
Went to the scrappy today and found they have a near complete mk2 ranger in. I noticed that the inlet manifold had what looked like a mounting block...
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Last post by GroovyCarrot
Tue Mar 29, 2005 11:08 pm
Polishing heads!!!!
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ZOMBIE »
Thu Dec 30, 2004 9:58 pm
My next stage of modifying!
Basically so far I have done the usual mods however I am still after more power even though the 1300 has more than enough...
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Last post by k4lps
Tue Mar 29, 2005 3:02 pm
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Last post by polo-vixen
Tue Mar 29, 2005 2:56 pm
Rocker cover heat??
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polokris »
Tue Mar 29, 2005 11:53 am
how hot would a MK2 1.0 rocker cover get??? average,
oC pref!?!
thanx Kris
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Last post by polokris
Tue Mar 29, 2005 12:09 pm
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Last post by polokris
Tue Mar 29, 2005 11:58 am
gt cam
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ZOMBIE »
Sun Mar 27, 2005 6:50 pm
Has anyone fitted a mark 3 gt cam to a mk2 coupe s mh engine? Good results?
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Last post by polokris
Tue Mar 29, 2005 11:53 am
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Last post by polo-vixen
Tue Mar 29, 2005 8:33 am
1300 still leaking oil
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steveo3002 »
Mon Mar 28, 2005 4:13 pm
my 1300 is still leaking oil...the area around the alterantor braket gets wet with oil and drips
what i wanted to ask..do the oil pumps leak? and if...
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Last post by steveo3002
Mon Mar 28, 2005 10:02 pm
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Last post by GroovyCarrot
Sun Mar 27, 2005 11:28 pm
leaded/unleaded petrol dilemma
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ribs105 »
Fri Mar 25, 2005 5:39 pm
Hello everybody, being new to this whole car thing I have a dilemma about what fuel to use in my 87 polo - unleaded petrol with or withoud addtives?...
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Last post by 86C
Sun Mar 27, 2005 10:51 am
brake dilema
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ZOMBIE »
Sat Mar 26, 2005 1:13 am
Hi guys, Ive been wondering is there a set of brakes that you can fit off another vw-dirrectly without modifications to the mk2 coupe s that are...
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Last post by optima21
Sun Mar 27, 2005 6:35 am
Firing order
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oldoaktree »
Sat Mar 26, 2005 9:39 am
My son has been tinkering with his plug leads and the car will not start.
Can anyone inform me of the firing order and which cylinder is No.1 looking...
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Last post by ste mk1lx
Sat Mar 26, 2005 9:53 am
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Last post by polokris
Thu Mar 24, 2005 11:52 pm
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Last post by GroovyCarrot
Wed Mar 23, 2005 3:55 pm
DOES ANY ONE HAVE...........
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ZOMBIE »
Sat Jan 15, 2005 12:02 am
After reading a few recent topics i have decided to mod my car further, I dont know really where to start but any help would be greatly appreciated....
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Last post by Aphex
Wed Mar 23, 2005 11:41 am
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Last post by polokris
Mon Mar 21, 2005 11:46 am
headgasket quicky question
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steveo3002 »
Fri Mar 18, 2005 6:34 pm
ive just brought my new head gasket for the 1300 breadvan from ecp..other gaskets ive replaced have TOP printed on one side, the new one has no...
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Last post by steveo3002
Sun Mar 20, 2005 10:29 pm
Removing fuel tank
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Paul C »
Sat Mar 19, 2005 10:11 am
The fuel tank on my Mk1 3dr has a leak where the filler pipe joins the tank. I've been told replacing the tank is very fiddly. Anyone got an idiots...
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Last post by heartagram
Sun Mar 20, 2005 7:26 pm
Anyone done boot lighting?
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mkoprulu »
Thu Mar 17, 2005 10:18 am
Is there anyone that's installed a light to the boot? Is it an easy job to do? Is there electricy supply which is suitable for it? What type of...
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Last post by mkoprulu
Fri Mar 18, 2005 9:07 am
Conversion for old type headlight bulbs
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mkoprulu »
Sat Mar 12, 2005 5:32 pm
Hi all,
I've gone to halfords to change my headlight bulbs but they said they don't do the conversion bulbs anymore. They called them H12's but i...
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Last post by k4lps
Wed Mar 16, 2005 6:45 am
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Last post by VF_Marshall
Sat Mar 12, 2005 12:07 pm
1300 headgasket oil leak
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steveo3002 »
Sun Mar 06, 2005 5:40 pm
okay ive had my polo over a year now...its done a fair few miles with a nasty oil leak at the front of the head, it leaks over the alt/arb mount...
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Last post by steveo3002
Thu Mar 10, 2005 6:55 pm
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Last post by SteB
Tue Mar 08, 2005 6:39 pm
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