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by mrhoneybird
08 May 2011, 20:53
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Stock 1.9 petrol power up?
Replies: 16
Views: 1757

Re: Stock 1.9 petrol power up?

Hi , i put a recon 2.1 in my van to replace the 1.9. it does make a difference, although i wouldnt say it made 40bhp of difference. its much better on hills and generally nicer to drive AND the best thing is it seems to do a bit better of juice! i am happy with it.. the engine cost £900 form vw elit...
by mrhoneybird
27 Feb 2011, 21:48
Forum: Camping & Travelling
Topic: Wales for the first time
Replies: 17
Views: 4238

Re: Wales for the first time

Hi, we go to a campsite in llangollen called Wern Isaf. it's a basic place, but the setting is lovely. it's a working farm and is great for kids, and there's a small castle up on the hill behind called Dinas Bran which looks really eirey in the evening. the owners are friendly and its a short 15min ...
by mrhoneybird
05 Feb 2011, 18:05
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: reconditioned engine
Replies: 4
Views: 1170

reconditioned engine

Hi , can anyone tell me their opinions, good or bad on Elite VW. i want to replace my 1.9dg, and their prices seem incredibly cheap compared to other companies. i realise the level of new parts may less than others, but i seem to be finding a mixed bag of reviews of them. how do i know i can trust t...
by mrhoneybird
30 Jul 2008, 06:50
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: flashing red light
Replies: 29
Views: 5146

flashing red light

club80-90 virgin here. anyone good with electrics? the flashing red light on my 1.9DG westy for coolant level has come on. i've checked connections at the tank sensor and temp sensor and replaced both of these. checked connections in the little black box to left of engine. checked the connector on t...