My 2007 MK5 Golf R32
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Fantastic looking motor this as said looks real well in Red 
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Not a massive update but progress none the less.
The interesting "4 MOTION" decal on the centre console was removed. Luckily it didn't require any tools and pulled off with my fingers.
Also in my typical fashion, the rear passenger caliper that needed to be replaced... Will end up in an entire rear brake system rebuild.
In the photo below we have Brembo High Carbon and coated discs, Brembo pads, both new caliper carriers and both new rear calipers.
I just need to order the 4x carrier to hub spline bolts and some braided brake lines.
The interesting "4 MOTION" decal on the centre console was removed. Luckily it didn't require any tools and pulled off with my fingers.
Also in my typical fashion, the rear passenger caliper that needed to be replaced... Will end up in an entire rear brake system rebuild.
In the photo below we have Brembo High Carbon and coated discs, Brembo pads, both new caliper carriers and both new rear calipers.
I just need to order the 4x carrier to hub spline bolts and some braided brake lines.
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Well a busy weekend aside from cars and poor weather didn't help get much done on the R32...
I did however start making progress on the interior. These anti-bacterial wipes were used on the hard plastics to clean and "detail" properly. Best of all as opposed to a detail spray that moves the dirt around, these can be disposed of.
Then using Gtechniq I2 Tri-Clean all surfaces (including the leather) were cleaned again. This also has anti-bacterial properties.
You can see the gloss coming off the steering wheel. This is commonly caused by oils and grease from your hands.
Ultimately you want to remove this from the wheel delicately, then you can treat and protect the leather.
The magic wipes / erasers are being recommended by people again. These are one of the worst things you can do to modern leather as they are sacrificial abrasives, which ultimately remove part of the leather coating, rather than doing anything useful. A bit like taking scotchbrite to your steering wheel.
Thats the rear seats, door cards etc all properly "clean".
The front seats, dash, centre console was given the same treatment.
Some of the dirt coming out of the microfiber cloth.
Time for a final dust round the car, taking a detail brush for any hard to get at areas. You can see the gloss being reduced in the steering wheel aready. And it hasn't had any dedicated leather cleaners yet...
Time to remove some sh1t from the windscreen.
Now all surfaces are clean and good to go.
Next week, time and weather permitting I'll start repairing the leather and treating it.
There are a few marks on the rear seats and of course the front that need some attention.
I'll also remove the R stickers from the front headrests.
I did however start making progress on the interior. These anti-bacterial wipes were used on the hard plastics to clean and "detail" properly. Best of all as opposed to a detail spray that moves the dirt around, these can be disposed of.
Then using Gtechniq I2 Tri-Clean all surfaces (including the leather) were cleaned again. This also has anti-bacterial properties.
You can see the gloss coming off the steering wheel. This is commonly caused by oils and grease from your hands.
Ultimately you want to remove this from the wheel delicately, then you can treat and protect the leather.
The magic wipes / erasers are being recommended by people again. These are one of the worst things you can do to modern leather as they are sacrificial abrasives, which ultimately remove part of the leather coating, rather than doing anything useful. A bit like taking scotchbrite to your steering wheel.
Thats the rear seats, door cards etc all properly "clean".
The front seats, dash, centre console was given the same treatment.
Some of the dirt coming out of the microfiber cloth.
Time for a final dust round the car, taking a detail brush for any hard to get at areas. You can see the gloss being reduced in the steering wheel aready. And it hasn't had any dedicated leather cleaners yet...
Time to remove some sh1t from the windscreen.
Now all surfaces are clean and good to go.
Next week, time and weather permitting I'll start repairing the leather and treating it.
There are a few marks on the rear seats and of course the front that need some attention.
I'll also remove the R stickers from the front headrests.
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Just a quick update to say I have the Zolder wheels up for sale on eBay here - VW Zolder R32 Alloy Wheels Mk5 Golf R32 Refurbished Ronal 1K0601025AD GTI
I have the alignment booked for this weekend. I will hope to get the Omanyt wheels swapped over on Friday for it.
The R32 has also proven to be a great delivery van. I had to drop a few parcels (a Garage clear out) off at Parcel Force.
I have the alignment booked for this weekend. I will hope to get the Omanyt wheels swapped over on Friday for it.
The R32 has also proven to be a great delivery van. I had to drop a few parcels (a Garage clear out) off at Parcel Force.
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Time for a small update... The aerial always looked a little old school in my opinion.
That was changed for the common Polo aerial which looks much neater. It was of course given a good coating of Gtechniq C4.
Time to start getting the Omanyt's ready for fitting, so the tyre pressures were set.
The wheels came with centre caps, while they have a few marks, they were missing the VW decals. They were replaced with a non OE version.
The Omanyt's are now fitted and good to go. I knew I'd made the right choice after putting the first wheel on. I think the chunky R32 suits the chunkier style of wheel. I think she sits very well on the wheels. The Kumho tyres I swapped over wouldn't be my first choice, are certainly better than what the R32 came with and they are nearly new.
Saturday morning was alignment time @ Ivan Kerr Tyres in Carrickfergus (@RubberLover). So up out of bed early and up over the mountains for an early morning blast.
It was my first time using them and I was very very impressed. A great setup and a good bunch of helpful friendly guys. Best of all I bumped into one of the guys I worked with many many years ago (I used to work in the tyre industry). He was actually the guy that got me into cars and working on them myself. Before I had my driving license, he showed me how to change filters and service cars and how to double check the work a dealership had performed. These are all jobs I now do on a regular basis myself. So a good chat for an hour while the alignment was done.
The R32 is now driving much better. There are a few seized bolts that need to be replaced to set it perfectly, but she is a massive improvement.
I was working on the track car and spotted the opportunity for a good photo of the R32. It gives a better idea of how she sits.
That was changed for the common Polo aerial which looks much neater. It was of course given a good coating of Gtechniq C4.
Time to start getting the Omanyt's ready for fitting, so the tyre pressures were set.
The wheels came with centre caps, while they have a few marks, they were missing the VW decals. They were replaced with a non OE version.
The Omanyt's are now fitted and good to go. I knew I'd made the right choice after putting the first wheel on. I think the chunky R32 suits the chunkier style of wheel. I think she sits very well on the wheels. The Kumho tyres I swapped over wouldn't be my first choice, are certainly better than what the R32 came with and they are nearly new.
Saturday morning was alignment time @ Ivan Kerr Tyres in Carrickfergus (@RubberLover). So up out of bed early and up over the mountains for an early morning blast.
It was my first time using them and I was very very impressed. A great setup and a good bunch of helpful friendly guys. Best of all I bumped into one of the guys I worked with many many years ago (I used to work in the tyre industry). He was actually the guy that got me into cars and working on them myself. Before I had my driving license, he showed me how to change filters and service cars and how to double check the work a dealership had performed. These are all jobs I now do on a regular basis myself. So a good chat for an hour while the alignment was done.
The R32 is now driving much better. There are a few seized bolts that need to be replaced to set it perfectly, but she is a massive improvement.
I was working on the track car and spotted the opportunity for a good photo of the R32. It gives a better idea of how she sits.
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So much better on those wheels, great job.
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Thanks Jonny.
She's actually a great commuter. Big refinement and capability, fuel wise you are looking at high 20s to 30 mpg. That's me on a fairly inefficient, short commute too. If I was doing motorway commutes, I'd expect around 30 odd. Parts are incredibly good value, the joys of the shared platform model.
In fairness I looked at it with a mate. It needs tidying and money spent, nothing major, but I've the time and capability to do most of it myself. He mentioned it's a good car underneath, he just wouldn't have the time to bring it back up to spec.
She drives very very well. And I still have to do the brakes and service it, so it will only get better.
I've had better after sales service from private sales, so it really depends on what you are looking for from a car too.
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There is an eBay link for bids/offers
Mk5 Golf R32 Alloy Wheels Ronal Zolder Refurbished 1K0601025AD GTI | eBay
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