Official DIY Index

[Frenchie]

A complied list of DIY from enthusiasts around the world.

Thanks to all that have contributed.
Please use these DIY as reference and only at your own risk.
VWGolf.net.au will not be help responsible for any damage etc.
Seek professional advice if unsure ;)

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Install OSIR Carbon Fibre Bonnet MKV Golf (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?845-DIY-Install-OSIR-Carbon-Fibre-Bonnet-MKV-Golf)
Remove Rear VW Emblem (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?832-DIY-Remove-Rear-VW-Emblem&p=23630)
Rear Wiper Delete MKV-Golf (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?627-DIY-Rear-Wiper-Delete-MKV-Golf)
MKV R32 Tail Lights install on MKV GTI (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?680-DIY-MKV-R32-Tail-Lights-install-on-MKV-GTI)
Remove Front Grill on a MKV GTI (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?686-DIY-Remove-Front-Grill-on-a-MKV-GTI)
De badging - For that smooth rear (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?119-%5BDIY%5D-Debadging-For-that-smooth-rear)
Paint Your Lowers / Colour coding your bumper (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=816490&postcount=1)
R32 Lights Install (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=27172&postcount=1)
Smoked Taillights (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=82254&postcount=1)
Removing the "GTI" Front Grille Emblem (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=12595&postcount=1)
Painting side mouldings (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=310910&postcount=1)
Rear V-DUB Logo (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=115078&postcount=1)
Fender Mod (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=162181&postcount=1)
Custom R32-Style Taillights (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15760)
MKV headlight darkening (http://golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1328002&postcount=1)
MKVI Led Rear Tails (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?855-MKVI-Led-Rear-Tails&p=47728&viewfull=1#post47728)
Golf R Mini Mud Flaps (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?4101-Golf-R-Mini-Mud-Flaps)
MKV Red Grille Stripe Removal and Colour Change (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?5694-DIY-MKV-Red-Grille-Stripe-Removal-and-Colour-Change)


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Replace DSG paddle shifters (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?932-DIY-replace-DSG-paddle-shifters)
MKV Door Trim Removal (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?905-DIY-MKV-Door-Trim-Removal)
Whistler fuzion w/ newsouth dashpod (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=275435&postcount=1)
NewSouth Performance Boost Gauge w/Indigo Gauge (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=48673&postcount=1)
Cabin or Pollen Filter (http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3302867)
Seat Drawer Install (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2228)
Rear Seat Removal (http://golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=900785&postcount=1)
DIY MKV remove/replace interior ashtray cover and trim (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?1197-DIY-MKV-remove-replace-interior-ashtray-cover-and-trim&p=35728#post35728)
Carstyle4you Switch: Garage Door Mod (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?4216-Carstyle4you-Switch-has-arrived-Garage-Door-Mod)


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Bulb replacement (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=129744&postcount=1)
Mirror blinker install (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=56270&postcount=1)
Replacing fog lights (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1138&postcount=1)
Running a power wire (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=742167&postcount=1)
Installing Golf VI Rear View Camera a Golf MKV/MKVI (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?1257-DIY-Installing-Golf-VI-Rear-View-Camera-a-Golf-MKV-MKVI)
DIY Rear View Camera (RVC) installation on Golf "R" (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?5950-DIY-Rear-View-Camera-%28RVC%29-installation-on-Golf-R)
Interior Lights Install MKV Golf (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?4847-DIY-Interior-Lights-Install-MKV-Golf-%2A%2A%2APICTURE-INTENSIVE%2A%2A%2A%2A)
Aftermarket Projector headlamp and HID DIY for MK5 Golf (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?3499-Aftermarket-Projector-headlamp-and-HID-DIY-for-MK5-Golf)


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MKV GTI K+N Air Filter Install (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?962-DIY-MKV-GTI-K-N-Air-Filter-Install)
Removing Engine Cover (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3794&postcount=1)
Oil Change on GTI (without Oil Drain Tool) (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=135649&postcount=1)
Diverter Valve Change (http://golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1686085&postcount=1)
BSH Pendulum Mount Install (http://golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1642470&postcount=1)
Forge Atmosheric Blow Off Valve Install (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=4202&postcount=1)
MKV Oil Filler Neck Spacer Removal (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?1077-DIY-MKV-oil-filler-neck-spacer-removal)
Carbon Airbox intake (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?1280-DIY-Carbon-Airbox-intake)
Installation of 42DD Catch can to Australian Mk6 2010/11 Golf R (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?3283-DIY-Installation-of-42DD-Catch-can-to-Australian-Mk6-2010-11-Golf-R)
Installation of Volkswagen Racing Cold Air Intake (CAI) to suit 2011 Golf R (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?5657-DIY-installation-of-Volkswagen-Racing-Cold-Air-Intake-%28CAI%29-to-suit-2011-Golf-R)


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Rear Sway Bar (H&R 24mm) (http://www.golfmk5.com/forums/showpost.php?p=115515&postcount=1)
Changing/upgrading the brake pads on Golf R (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?5855-DIY-changing-upgrading-the-brake-pads-on-Golf-R)
Adjusting KW V3 rear spring height (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?4628-Adjusting-KW-V3-rear-spring-height)


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MkV Door Speakers & Amp Install (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?967-MkV-Door-Speakers-Amp-Install)
RNS510 Install (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?704-DIY-RNS510-Install)
RNS510 Retrofit (http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=152441.0)
Whip-Type to (OEM) Shark-Fin Type Antenna Swap (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=48444&postcount=1)
Stereo removal (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=7546&postcount=1)
Component speakers installation into a MkV Golf (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?1256-How-to-install-component-speakers-into-a-MkV-Golf)
How to install midrange & midbass speakers into an R36 Passat door (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?1329-How-to-install-midrange-midbass-speakers-into-an-R36-Passat-door)
How to install component speakers into a MkVI Golf (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?1773-How-to-install-component-speakers-into-a-MkVI-Golf)
RNS510 install for MKVI (w/bluetooth and MDI) (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?4689-DIY-RNS510-install-for-MKVI-%28w-bluetooth-and-MDI%29)
How to Repartition the HDD in your RNS5100 (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?5860-How-to-Repartition-the-HDD-in-your-RNS510)
RNS-510 HDD replacement/SSD swap (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?5027-RNS-510-HDD-replacement-SSD-swap-DIY)


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Car detailing tips and tricks (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?149-Car-detailing-tips-and-tricks)
Saying goodbye to yellow-ing headlights (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?120-%5BDIY%5D-Saying-goodbye-to-yellow-ing-headlights)
Remove water spots from windshield (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?65-Remove-water-spots-from-windshield)
How To Wash A Car, Minimise damage & Swirls (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?4723-How-To-Wash-A-Car-Minimise-damage-Swirls-%28the-OCD-way%21%21%21%29)

[Tim]

you missed the B in BSH Pendulum Mount Install!

nice list you have put together though.

[Frenchie]

>D thanks Tim. Slowly getting there !

[AP]

>D thanks Tim. Slowly getting there !
Nice one Frenchie!!

[en.elle]

awesome - Thanks for putting this together Frenchie!

[nath_mk6]

One to be added for us Mk6ers, RNS510 installation (much easier than the mk5 by the look of it)

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=152441.0

[10d]

One to be added for us Mk6ers, RNS510 installation (much easier than the mk5 by the look of it)

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=152441.0
MkVI is definitely easier! Less things to break too :)

[G-rig]

Great list of DIY's, good work :).



MkVI is definitely easier! Less things to break too :)

Such a better design, and much easier, no hard plastic on plastic.

[Frenchie]

One to be added for us Mk6ers, RNS510 installation (much easier than the mk5 by the look of it)

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=152441.0

Done gents

Also updated DSG paddle shifters

[Justin Fox]

Looking sexy time now thanks to SUGA! :)

[Cam]

Looking good
:)

Thanks for the effort frenchie and suga!

[SUGA]

Welcome guys! There's more threads to add, will get onto it tomorrow!

[SUGA]

Ok updated this list as much as I can, let me know if I've missed anything.

[Frenchie]

Nice touch Suga ! Looks much better :)

[dainese]

Frenchie - this one is a cracker as well:

http://uk-mkivs.net/forums/t/253514.aspx

[Frenchie]

Good find dainese - will be added to the list

[Bizi]

DIY mix and match BBK caliper/rotor discussions[link] (http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?1623-Big-Brake-Kit-[BBK]-mix-match-index&p=48052).

Is this something of interest to forum users?
I come across good info from time to time and will put up a thread with rotor sizes and calipers used (or at least claimed) on various VAG forums.

Interesting that OEM Merc R500 rotors can be combined with Cayenne calipers!

[Jig]

Does anyone know how to remove the Euro plastic plate holder in the front of the car? Do I need to take the front grille out completely? Thanks.

[Frenchie]

Yes you do Jig - once grill is off ( can't find pic to show all the screws ), get a philips head to push tabs through, very easy. Come around if you need a hand.

Come to think of it I should of documented it and posted a DIY !

[Jig]

Thanks Frenchie. will have a go first then will holler if need your DIY skills.

[SUGA]

Just updated the Index, let me know if I've missed anything.