dann2707 Posted January 5, 2014 Report Share Posted January 5, 2014 I fitted some meyles HD drop links for the front arbs as mine looked a little past their best, and when removing them this confirmed that, the balls just moved so freely in their sockets with no resistance what so ever. Yet to go for a drive though. These are them! Old rusty things. I discovered some delicious CV boot grease that's new, looks like it's split the boot when i've been testing out the RARB haha Comparison of the two. The new ball + socket are so so stiff! And new ones all on. Took about 30 mins all in all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pashley26 Posted January 5, 2014 Report Share Posted January 5, 2014 Huh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted January 5, 2014 Report Share Posted January 5, 2014 (edited) That wasn't in reply to anyone haha just wanted to post what i'd done today. And someone asked about them the other day Edited January 5, 2014 by dann2707 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pashley26 Posted January 5, 2014 Report Share Posted January 5, 2014 Not to you, the random Skoda post haha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinJI Posted January 5, 2014 Report Share Posted January 5, 2014 Passat has developed a boot opening issue The boot won't open if I use the release button on the actual boot. The release switch on the drivers door works (Although it only releases the boot half open so it is not possible to pull it open). The only way I can open the boot is by using the button on the key fob or by using the key in the keyhole on the boot lid. The boot worked as normal this morning but after driving 10 miles the problem started and the button has not worked since. The rubber covering on the release appears to have split and it has been pissing it down for weeks so I suspect water has made its way inside and broken the button. Although this is car electrics so it probably won't be as simple as that! Has anyone else had to fix a similar issue? This must be an identical locking system that is used on various VAG vehicles. I'm pretty sure I remember a local mate having this same issue with his B5.5. It was a little while back, but if I remember right it's down to a tiny plastic link in the handle that's really fragile. A bit of a bugger to replace apparently, but not expensive parts wise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haydon_peter Posted January 5, 2014 Report Share Posted January 5, 2014 I'm pretty sure I remember a local mate having this same issue with his B5.5. It was a little while back, but if I remember right it's down to a tiny plastic link in the handle that's really fragile. A bit of a bugger to replace apparently, but not expensive parts wise. Mine isn't a handle, it's a rectangular rubber button hidden where the registration plate lights are. I think it's part number 3B9827566B and looks like this: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinJI Posted January 5, 2014 Report Share Posted January 5, 2014 (edited) Ah, well I may be remembering wrong then. I know they're not a true handle, I was just using the wrong word, but it looks like there's no links there. He definitely had the boot button/handle-thing break on his B5.5 though, I'll see if it sounds similar to yours. Edited January 5, 2014 by RobinJI 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boumsong Posted January 5, 2014 Report Share Posted January 5, 2014 Problem. Right, if I leave the car overnight the battery drains to 10v according to the gauge, never less. And the battery light comes on which to my mind supports the gauge. This makes starting a little awkward but not impossible. After 5 - 8 minutes of driving, and the gauge reading 10v and the battery light being on, it fixes itself. The gages jumps, almost instantly, up to 13v with no other electrics being on or between 11.5v and 12.5v if I have lights, stereo, blowers etc. Normal. I'm curious about the drain and potential causes. Any ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pashley26 Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 Poor earth, dodgy connection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD™ Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 Failed the MOT on a mere 14 points, with 3 advisories. Score! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete.M Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 Woohoo, someone failed even more than me! Seriously though, that really sucks. Porsche time? I've been working on mine almost every day over the past week and have only succeeded in making it worse. So I'm gonna chuck it in a garage and hope for the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD™ Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 If I get the Porsche now I'll also not make it to my wedding day... So it's gonna go in the garage tomorrow and I'll have to stomach it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark W Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 Once you get past 10 points do you get a complimentary jerry-can of petrol and a lighter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD™ Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 Just a rag to stick in the filler, and some flint. I think it's 15 for the jerry can. Damn. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadManMike Posted January 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 Goodbye, Leon. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CurtisRider Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 Hello strip club? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Rainbird Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 Hello more Leon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 Finally got my dash cam in the house to see what the footage looks like Youtube has raped the quality, looks amazing on my screen in 1080p! Also thought i'd properly show the rain repellent working, should last another 11 months yay! Not having to use the wipers is incrediballs. Got absolutely no idea why there is 10 secondsish between the first and the second clip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TROYston Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 What products that mate? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Gtechniq-G1-Clear-Vision-Smart-Glass-Nanocoat-15ml-/111240450298 I'd recommend claying your windscreen prior to applying it if you buy it mate. And I strongly recommend you buy it I don't have to de-ice the car anymore, just simply wipe off water droplets on a morning whilst my parents are scraping ice off of theirs hehe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weirdoku Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 Does that shit work on helmet visors? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 I'm not sure! It has a tendency to just retain the droplets on the screen if you're below around 40mph so does require wiping with the wipers now and again. Makes cleaning it effortless too as nothing sticks to it haha I sound like Jardo, but this isn't a gimmick. Actually improves shit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam T Posted January 7, 2014 Report Share Posted January 7, 2014 Finally got my dash cam in the house to see what the footage looks like Youtube has raped the quality, looks amazing on my screen in 1080p! Also thought i'd properly show the rain repellent working, should last another 11 months yay! Not having to use the wipers is incrediballs. Got absolutely no idea why there is 10 secondsish between the first and the second clip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Cox Posted January 7, 2014 Report Share Posted January 7, 2014 Does that shit work on helmet visors? exactly what i was thinking! Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pashley26 Posted January 7, 2014 Report Share Posted January 7, 2014 It does. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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