PROJECT CAR: MK2 VR6 Conversion

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Filx

#20
September 23, 2009, 10:26:10 PM
In all seriousness my vote is 1.8T - but I like all the options for different reasons and none will disappoint if done correctly.
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vag_nutter

#21
September 23, 2009, 10:28:09 PM
1.8t can be an easy swap if an aeb ecu and loom from a us a4/passat is used

HandsomeDan

#22
September 24, 2009, 09:22:38 AM
I'm serious about the bike engine and box...would be kick-arse!
1998 Mk III Golf,
1992 B4 Audi 80
2007 Toyota RAV4
2000 Mazda SP20 AWD (JDM Mazdaspeed Edition)
1996 Toyota Starlet - daily hack
2003 Opel Zafira GSi 2.2
2007 Volvo XC70

CBRT

#23
September 24, 2009, 09:59:13 AM
Ash, so whats the plan?

Timeline?
2013 MK7 GTI
2003 Audi RS6 Avant

Poonmobile

#24
September 25, 2009, 12:27:52 PM
Just biding my time...  8)
Current:
06 NZ B7 RS4 Avus Silver, 01 NZ B5 RS4 Avus Silver, 93 NZ VR6 Tornado Red 3dr, Renault Clio 172 & Renault Clio 197
Past:
MK2 VR6, MK5 GTI, 2 x MK5 R32, 8L S3 Imola, MK4 Golf V6 4MO, Polo GTI, 2x MK3 VR6, D2 S8, B5 S4 Avant, 03 NZ R32 Deep Blue Pearl, Renault Megane R26 liquid yello

Filx

#25
September 25, 2009, 12:50:16 PM
You know forced induction is the way to go Ash, say it with me now, "forced induction is gooooooooooood"  >:D
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Poonmobile

#26
October 15, 2009, 02:37:43 PM Last Edit: October 15, 2009, 10:11:58 PM by rambo_005
Well, the decision has been made, the donor found and the work about to begin!

The Donor




I actually intended to do this up, but it soon became apparent that it would cost SO much to get the body right etc. So the decision was made to buy it and do the transplant with a little voice over my shoulder saying 'Do it, Do it' which sounded funnily enough like Alan and Nigel ;)
It had some key things going for it:
1)Engine in good shape and pulled hard for 180,000Kms
2)Relatively new suspension Bilstein/koni combo
3)Wheels with decent rubber
4)Leather interior for 3dr so will suit my 3dr gti
5)Manual
6)Most panels in good shape, Front and rear bumpers are in good nick and full arch kit.
The Bad:
1)Electrics a bit messed up due to a loom fire. A new loom was installed, but not by anyone who seemed to have a good grasp of the VR electrics- I'm hoping Alan's mad skills will be able to sort this out :o
2) Rust on body of car, towards the rear around hatch and petrol flap
3) there's prob more, but can't think of it :-X
To be honest, it's the electrics that have me really worried, but i have faith ;)


Though the transplant should be relatively straight forward for the Platinum boys, and as i have everything needed, fingers crossed we wont be hampered by not being able to find bits and pieces. All the running gear, Engine + G/Box will be transplanted. Incl A/C if it's working 8). Body wise the Mk2 will remain relatively stock apart from fixing that damned ride height :-[ with maybe a slight upgrade in the lighting department but the body is pretty straight so the priority is to get it going + certed!

I also wanted to thank Brendon for being cool and gracious enough to let me buy it (as he had also been looking at it)- Cheers mate, I def owe you a beer or 5 ;). And thank Alan, Nigel, James and Rob for being supportive and really enthusiastic about doing the conversion! You guys rock! :)

So dropped the cars off this morn, and the last time i would see my MK2 (nicknamed 'Low Down') in 8V guise >:D So we'll attempt to keep you all updated for those interested. Cant wait ;D



P.S If there is anything you need/want from the Donor, PM me. Obviously engine, gearbox, Dash, Suspension and wheels are gone ;) But front is in good nick, have arch trim kit, Rear VR6 lights, badges, rear zender spoiler + hatch. In the spirit of VW ownership i will be selling all this at reasonable prices to fund the conversion- so make me a reasonable offer and you may pick up a deal!

BTW Everything in the Mk2 has been spoken for, engine, G/box, full interior And entire running gear.

Current:
06 NZ B7 RS4 Avus Silver, 01 NZ B5 RS4 Avus Silver, 93 NZ VR6 Tornado Red 3dr, Renault Clio 172 & Renault Clio 197
Past:
MK2 VR6, MK5 GTI, 2 x MK5 R32, 8L S3 Imola, MK4 Golf V6 4MO, Polo GTI, 2x MK3 VR6, D2 S8, B5 S4 Avant, 03 NZ R32 Deep Blue Pearl, Renault Megane R26 liquid yello

tyz-fly

#27
October 16, 2009, 09:48:23 PM
it sucks you had to do this to a 3door, i would have swapped you my 5 door...

BB

#28
October 16, 2009, 10:06:21 PM
Keep it as light as you can and the ABF will make you happy. You should megasquirt it or links or whatever if you want it to really fly.
The end is nigh, but the end of what is the question?

tyz-fly

#29
October 16, 2009, 10:13:21 PM
Quote from: BB on October 16, 2009, 10:06:21 PM
Keep it as light as you can and the ABF will make you happy. You should megasquirt it or links or whatever if you want it to really fly.

Jem he is putting a vr6 in it

Poonmobile

#30
October 16, 2009, 10:14:49 PM
Quote from: tyz-fly on October 16, 2009, 09:48:23 PM
it sucks you had to do this to a 3door, i would have swapped you my 5 door...

Yeah, was a bit gutting. But the body would need a lot of work to get it back to stock. Major rust around gas tank flap etc. :-\

But this one dies for another to live... :angel:
Current:
06 NZ B7 RS4 Avus Silver, 01 NZ B5 RS4 Avus Silver, 93 NZ VR6 Tornado Red 3dr, Renault Clio 172 & Renault Clio 197
Past:
MK2 VR6, MK5 GTI, 2 x MK5 R32, 8L S3 Imola, MK4 Golf V6 4MO, Polo GTI, 2x MK3 VR6, D2 S8, B5 S4 Avant, 03 NZ R32 Deep Blue Pearl, Renault Megane R26 liquid yello

RS ZWEI

#31
October 17, 2009, 07:42:10 AM
Any updates Ash or any idea when youll have the car back?
1980 VW Golf GTI Track Car
1995 Audi RS2
2003 Mini Cooper S (Written off - rear ended)
2005 Mini Cooper S
2006 Skoda Octavia vRS Combi
2009 Renault Megane 230 R26 (Written off - rear ended)
2013 Renault Megane RS265 Redbull RB8

Poonmobile

#32
October 19, 2009, 02:23:06 PM
Boys are a bit flat tack at the moment, so it's in the queue!  :D
Current:
06 NZ B7 RS4 Avus Silver, 01 NZ B5 RS4 Avus Silver, 93 NZ VR6 Tornado Red 3dr, Renault Clio 172 & Renault Clio 197
Past:
MK2 VR6, MK5 GTI, 2 x MK5 R32, 8L S3 Imola, MK4 Golf V6 4MO, Polo GTI, 2x MK3 VR6, D2 S8, B5 S4 Avant, 03 NZ R32 Deep Blue Pearl, Renault Megane R26 liquid yello

CBRT

#33
October 29, 2009, 10:30:22 AM
Ash Any updates piccies?
2013 MK7 GTI
2003 Audi RS6 Avant

RevHappy

#34
October 29, 2009, 10:53:25 PM
man this is a awesome thread. i love the idea. and i wana copy but dont have the funds :(
CURRENT: Mk2 Golf - 1.8t, Coil overs, Passat leather, 16x8, Daily Driven

GONE: Mk2 Jetta - Big Bumpers, Big Windows, Lowered, 15X6 Alloys, and MK1 Suzuki Cultus Gti G13b rally cams, bilstein shocks and springs, momo 14X7 alloys

Poonmobile

#35
November 05, 2009, 12:52:39 PM
Work began yesterday with the donor car being stripped and ready to be wrecked!









Current:
06 NZ B7 RS4 Avus Silver, 01 NZ B5 RS4 Avus Silver, 93 NZ VR6 Tornado Red 3dr, Renault Clio 172 & Renault Clio 197
Past:
MK2 VR6, MK5 GTI, 2 x MK5 R32, 8L S3 Imola, MK4 Golf V6 4MO, Polo GTI, 2x MK3 VR6, D2 S8, B5 S4 Avant, 03 NZ R32 Deep Blue Pearl, Renault Megane R26 liquid yello

choppy16v

#36
November 05, 2009, 10:42:53 PM
good work !these guys dont muck around, it'll be done in no time!

rambo_005

#37
November 06, 2009, 06:00:28 PM
Quote from: choppy16v on November 05, 2009, 10:42:53 PM
good work !these guys dont muck around, it'll be done in no time!

I should hope so, that's what they are paid to do ;D

RevHappy

#38
November 06, 2009, 06:10:53 PM
that is true lol but still amazing what can be accomplished when you know what your doing.
CURRENT: Mk2 Golf - 1.8t, Coil overs, Passat leather, 16x8, Daily Driven

GONE: Mk2 Jetta - Big Bumpers, Big Windows, Lowered, 15X6 Alloys, and MK1 Suzuki Cultus Gti G13b rally cams, bilstein shocks and springs, momo 14X7 alloys

RevHappy

#39
November 06, 2009, 06:12:28 PM
by the way. Whats this one gona be called?
mk2 golf gti?
mk2 golf gti vr6?
mk2 golf vr6?
CURRENT: Mk2 Golf - 1.8t, Coil overs, Passat leather, 16x8, Daily Driven

GONE: Mk2 Jetta - Big Bumpers, Big Windows, Lowered, 15X6 Alloys, and MK1 Suzuki Cultus Gti G13b rally cams, bilstein shocks and springs, momo 14X7 alloys
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