Post Your Latest Mods Thread

[administrator]

There's only one rule: You must post pictures!

So, post them up!

[Frenchie]

Oh my... you def building yourself the ultimate GTI........Impressive, look forward to seeing more!!

[Frenchie]

Awesome!!

This is def one of my fav GTI....

You have got fine taste John....

[10d]

John's GTI would be the benchmark of MkV.
I blame him for the modding disease. LOL

[STOIE]

Nice parts there!

A fair bit of kit...

[10d]

So, what BBK you end up with, JC?

[Justin Fox]

LSD - so excited to hear the difference there. Should be 1sec faster AT LEAST around Wakies.

[stephen8512]

so it begins...

brand new H&R Big sways (28mm front, 24mm rear) to be put on next week tuesday by dedy @ top one

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y294/stephen8512/DSC_0080.jpg


brand new KW Variant 3 coilovers coming in from overseas (ETA should be about 3-4 weeks or so)

and will be ordering some OSIR goodies and stuff from ECS tuning from Ian @ Rennenhaus once he gets back to me with prices.

[dopey]

Nothing too exciting but I upgraded the audio today

http://ichiyon.net/images/golf/P1010650.jpg

I've also ordered stainless scuff plates which I will fit as soon as they arrive.

[kaoticice]

^ is that the rcd500?? was it hard to install?

[Big Yellow]

^ is that the rcd500?? was it hard to install?
Looks like rcd-510 :D

[dopey]

Correct, Big Yellow! It's an RCD510 and it took me about 10 minutes to install once I had the right tools for the job :)

The plastic trim piece around the stereo is held in with clips only. I removed it by squeezing my fingers in under each side of it on the bottom part (just above the climate control) and pulling with even force until it popped out at the bottom. I then slid the end of a smooth ended handle on a spoon covered with a rag under the edges and slid it around and levered the trim piece off bit by bit using a gentle even force. You've just got to ensure you don't make it flex excessively.

Once that's off, you're left with 4 T20 Torx screws (the ones with a star shape end if you didn't know) to undo and the unit will slide right out towards you. Undo the harness plug and aerial plug at the back, then you're ready to fit the new unit. Plug the two plugs into the new unit, slide it back into the guides and replace the Torx screws. To reattach the trim piece you just have to line it up with the holes and push it in gently starting from the top and make your way down.

I picked mine up off eBay for just above the $300 mark. :)

Hope that helps

R

[AP]

Got a Peloquin LSD to drop in in the next week or 2.

I've been running my peloquin LSD for one year now and done 20,000kms without a problem..
Will by the rear one when it's ready..

[∆pex]

Nice looking mods all. John, you're a madman - so, 'bout that can of worms... :D

I've got my birthday money but not sure which mod to go next... intercooler, sway bars, exhaust?!?! :p

[kaoticice]

Looks like rcd-510 :D

damnit!! lol my badd


Correct, Big Yellow! It's an RCD510 and it took me about 10 minutes to install once I had the right tools for the job :)

The plastic trim piece around the stereo is held in with clips only. I removed it by squeezing my fingers in under each side of it on the bottom part (just above the climate control) and pulling with even force until it popped out at the bottom. I then slid the end of a smooth ended handle on a spoon covered with a rag under the edges and slid it around and levered the trim piece off bit by bit using a gentle even force. You've just got to ensure you don't make it flex excessively.

Once that's off, you're left with 4 T20 Torx screws (the ones with a star shape end if you didn't know) to undo and the unit will slide right out towards you. Undo the harness plug and aerial plug at the back, then you're ready to fit the new unit. Plug the two plugs into the new unit, slide it back into the guides and replace the Torx screws. To reattach the trim piece you just have to line it up with the holes and push it in gently starting from the top and make your way down.

I picked mine up off eBay for just above the $300 mark. :)

Hope that helps

R

Sweeeet, thx for the guide mate!! Doesn't look very hard, this will be my first mod once i get the car. Ohh and this should be posted on the diy section imo, i bet alot of people will find it helpful. :)

[saad]

John what camber plates were they? I was thinking of selling my Sachs, and getting some VW racing 2 way suspension (3 way is waaay too expensive and complicated), but then I came across the H2Sport Camber plates which look good. I'm also looking at VW Racing engine mounts soon, had my eye on them since before i got the GTI! Infact had my eye on their whole catalogue! Including the brake.

If youc could elaborate on the camber plates - and was that with your PSS10's?

[stephen8512]

APR HPFP

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y294/stephen8512/DSC_0087.jpg


OSIRice Goodies :D

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y294/stephen8512/DSC_0085.jpg


KW Variant 3 (waiting for it to be delivered)

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y294/stephen8512/35280074-2.jpg

[Byza]

hmmm ill add a piece to the puzzle....

http://i42.tinypic.com/ieqlvn.jpg

[chewy7]

Nice Byza :)

[Capercat]

This thread is like a candy store.

[Jig]

hmmm ill add a piece to the puzzle....

http://i42.tinypic.com/ieqlvn.jpg

Wheel bolts for a 2/3 Piece wheel perhaps?

[Byza]

Wheel bolts for a 2/3 Piece wheel perhaps?

you sir are correct!!!!

custom made by Work in Japan... took 9 weeks to get and were not cheap....

[Jig]

The only reason I got it is it looked awfully familiar. I have work wheel bolts as well in matt black that was given to me for free waiting until I get my Work re-furbished. Do you have a pic of your work wheel Byza? Cant go wrong with Work Wheels.

[10d]

The only reason I got it is it looked awfully familiar. I have work wheel bolts as well in matt black that was given to me for free waiting until I get my Work re-furbished. Do you have a pic of your work wheel Byza? Cant go wrong with Work Wheels.

Jig, I have the same Work Wheels like the ones on your wife's R36 :) in different finish though.

[Byza]

The only reason I got it is it looked awfully familiar. I have work wheel bolts as well in matt black that was given to me for free waiting until I get my Work re-furbished. Do you have a pic of your work wheel Byza? Cant go wrong with Work Wheels.

in due time Jig, in due time LOL.....

here is before they were refinished...
http://i40.tinypic.com/104qhoj.jpg

[Big Yellow]

Byron save the reveal for nationals!!

[Byza]

Byron save the reveal for nationals!!

HEY!!!! thats an awesome idea hmmmm

[∆pex]

here is before they were refinished...
http://i40.tinypic.com/104qhoj.jpg
car's gonna look awesome when these are on, Byza! :cool:

[Frenchie]

Hell no Byza don't make me wait no more !!!!!!!

[J.T]

Just a few goodies for today... and now im broke!

http://img.ecstuning.com/product_library/3408/300/AGX%20Sport%20Adjustable%20Shocks%20And%20Struts%2 0-%20Set%20Of%20Four.jpg

http://www.motovicity.com/WebImages/prodImages/Eibach_Pro_Kit%5B1%5D.jpg

http://img.ecstuning.com/product_library/4568/300/MK4%20Golf%20%252F%20Jetta%20Upper%20Strut%20Bar%2 0Kit-Black.jpg

[schoona]

car's gonna look awesome when these are on, Byza! :cool:
Can't wait to see these on Byron!

[10d]

I'm sure it's gonna be EPIc, Byron!

[saad]

Got the forge twintake installed yesterday.

First impressions is that this thing is LOUD. Induction noise yes, but the DV is just too loud now. This may have somethign to do with the fact the DV needs replacing, but will report back once its replaced.

There's def a low end response increase, and a bit more power 2. I managed to sping the wheels in 2nd yesterday, which Ive never done before, in a straight line, on the factory ECU.

Will only get better once I re-install the bluefin :)

Will post pics tonight after work.

[SUGA]

Awesome saad! Start a car diary so we can keep track of your modding progress! :)

[Tensixty6]

Not actually my latest mod, but, thinking about it. Opinions please? No flaming, I accept that some people will not approve.

http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h160/Tensixty6/S5headlight.jpg

[Pharkus]

Not actually my latest mod, but, thinking about it. Opinions please? No flaming, I accept that some people will not approve.

http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h160/Tensixty6/S5headlight.jpg

I approve! Might as well have some fun Chris.

[Big Yellow]

Not actually my latest mod, but, thinking about it. Opinions please? No flaming, I accept that some people will not approve.

http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h160/Tensixty6/S5headlight.jpg
Dont do it chris!! They dont match the lines of the car at all!!

[Justin Fox]

Nooooooooooooooooo! Just buy an Audi if you want those LED's, it's like putting BMW Angel Eyes on a Honda! :lol:

saad: DV noise? Like a whistle? I should be getting mine in a couple of weeks. I'm excited!

[VTECMACHINE]

Don't do those lights!!! Not only do they look like something off a Honda, they will start to crack, light focus is a b***h , and they won't line up properly.

[Tensixty6]

Fair enough. Valid comments, taken on board.

[SUGA]

Is there a pic of those lights installed?

[Tensixty6]

Is there a pic of those lights installed?

Not that I've been able to find. The only thing I've found is an introductory video on YouTube by TMTuning.

I've got no particular desire for LED DRL's. I just wanted something to give the car a bit of individuality.

[saad]

Nooooooooooooooooo! Just buy an Audi if you want those LED's, it's like putting BMW Angel Eyes on a Honda! :lol:

saad: DV noise? Like a whistle? I should be getting mine in a couple of weeks. I'm excited!

Yep, kind of like a BOV, but lower pitched. I could hear it before when not going to fast, but now its rather loud!

[Pharkus]

My initial thoughts when ppl were posting on MkV about these was no. The reservation was that the DRL LED's are not in line with the MkV front. Aussie dollar is good and if these are just a straight plug'n'play and you want to be different, do it for yourself. You will however need to remove your bumper etc to install so this will not be as easy as tails.

Then we can see a pic with them installed >D

All else fails Chris there are angel eyes available for MkV's.....HI JUSTIN! :p

[Paolo]

theres a few pics on GolfMKV in the cosmetic section and they look chat. The best headlights for our car are stock bixenon lights or the hela dynabeams but they run big bucks

[schoona]

Dont ask the forum how to modify your car Chris? At least they are integrated into the light housing. It could look good :)

I wouldn't if it were me though...

[Tensixty6]

Dont ask the forum how to modify your car Chris? At least they are integrated into the light housing. It could look good :)

I wouldn't if it were me though...

Just getting opinions Mal. At the end of the day, it's my decision, right or wrong. Having had a look at the pics on GolfMKV, as suggested by Paolo, I've come to the conclusion that it would look "yucky".

[Byza]

MK5... found couple of pics but crap quality... im undecided...

http://i39.tinypic.com/8wwfvb.jpg

http://i43.tinypic.com/588kx.jpg

[Justin Fox]

Dont ask the forum how to modify your car Chris?


Just getting opinions Mal. At the end of the day, it's my decision, right or wrong.

100% on that Christopher. And Mal, getting opinions when you ask for it is one thing. But on all forums I run I get bombarded by people suggesting I "should" do this or I "should" do that. I have to admit it gets pretty frustrating at times as I like to think I know what I'm doing and that I don't need the guidance.

Maybe if people used "could" instead of "should" it would be less frustrating. IE: You "could" do this? Instead of: You "should" do this.

At the end of the day, like Christopher said above, it's my decision and I understand that people are only trying to help by suggesting wheels I should buy, etc. etc. :)

[Pharkus]

You'd have to consider what they look like at night as well Chris. I kinda for and against without seeing in person or a good pic it's hard to tell. The curvature of the DRL's not aligning with the front of the car might be less noticeable at night when everything is dark. If there's nothing else that you can do, perhaps this is something that you take on in the meantime. It will definitely look different.

[AP]

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4026/4525053611_030f57a272_b.jpg

New wheels...

[10d]

Another AP!

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4525558702_9c2bd66023_o.jpg

AP's nuts! :)

[chris32]

Are they lock nuts Tendy? How do they work? How much?

[Tim]

nice nuts :D

[10d]

Are they lock nuts Tendy? How do they work? How much?


nice nuts :D

Bwahaha.

Yup they are. Kicks from Japan. They are around $350 for a set of 20.
There's a few people here ordering it. I think my mate still have a few more set coming.

[chris32]

Bwahaha.

Yup they are. Kicks from Japan. They are around $350 for a set of 20.
There's a few people here ordering it. I think my mate still have a few more set coming.

They worth it? My friends wheels were stolen last week, now I'm worried about mine (if they ever show up).

[10d]

Definitely! if you are running aftermarket wheels with tapered seat for the bolts.

Safety is no. 1 :)

[chris32]

Hmm, I'll check them out when I pick up the paddles. Is your mate able to order them for me, if I go ahead with them? :)

[10d]

He should have some in stock.

[chris32]

Sweet, thanks mate. :)

[chewy7]

AP racing brakes?? holy smokes!!

I thought you had Brembo? But upgraded to larger brakes?

[AP]

AP racing brakes?? holy smokes!!

I thought you had Brembo? But upgraded to larger brakes?
Yeah he had too his gti was to fat and wore the brembos out.. Haha

[J.T]

Just picked these up

VW 'Siata' 17 x 7

http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/742/golfwheels.jpg (http://img34.imageshack.us/i/golfwheels.jpg/)

http://img72.imageshack.us/img72/5523/golfwheels1.jpg (http://img72.imageshack.us/i/golfwheels1.jpg/)

[Cam]

Did you pick those up from VWW?
Nice find.
:)

[Big Yellow]

Nice oem pick up! Would look sick with black centres!!

[J.T]

Did you pick those up from VWW?
Nice find.
:)

Sure did :)


Nice oem pick up! Would look sick with black centres!!

OEM colour will do for a while, at least until i get sick of them :P

[Cam]

Haha we had our eyes on those for the MKIV.
But the seller mentioned he already had someone lined up. Lucky you! I think they're quite a rare wheel?
:)

[J.T]

I saw a set in Chatswood Classic VW Service centre on Saturday. So im not sure on the rarity.