Bonelorry's Steel Grey MK6 Golf R DSG...

[bonelorry]

And onto the next project...

 

5/12/16...

 

Well as most of you know My Golf Edition 30 sold on Friday and went to its new owner in London, Behind the scenes over the past Week I have been in talks with a gentleman in Taunton who was selling his MK6 Golf R DSG. I had quite a few examples to choose from but as always most where high in mileage with sketchy Service History and up at very strong money.

 

I had an excellent budget for the right 6R and infact I considered a 7R but think I will give one of those a miss for a few Years, As I have found viewing previous cars top money does not always mean the car is any good! 

 

I spotted a car on Autotrader that ticked all the right boxes and was up at a realistic price, So I made some enquiries, Asked a few questions and arranged to go down and view the car today. It is a long way from Sheffield to Taunton but luckily I get free Rail Travel on Cross Country services so even if I walked away from the car I had a day out and it cost me nothing but my time so it was worth a look.

 

I was met by the owner who kindly took me for a Coffee and we had a good look through the paperwork, I then spent a good 20 Mins looking around the car followed by a test drive. All good in that department so it was just down to the money...

 

I will be honest, At the price the car was up for I was not going to haggle as it was already worth every penny and bearing in mind I sold my last 6R for £500 more earlier this Year I was happy to pay the asking price if the car was as described. He was very honest when I mentioned the money and basically said he was fed up of time-wasters offering silly P/X's and that he has been given a Porsche Cayman S by his Father In Law hence the reason for selling the Golf and that he wanted a hassle free sale which was why it was competitively priced, He then went onto say he had been offered £750 less than the asking price by the main VW dealership down the road and that he was considering selling it to them if I didn't want the car.

 

So guess what, I offered the same amount as the dealership and he accepted...Happy Days! It was a bloody bargain.

 

So onto the car...

 

The car has had 3 Previous Owners, Firstly an elderly owner, Second a VW Enthusiast who had a few various VW's and was his pride and joy and Thirdly for the past 2 Years by the chap I purchased the car off. Again he is an enthusiast and has owned everything from MK2 Golf GTI 16V's, MK5 Golf GTI's and even BMW E30 M3's and the Golf R was his Weekend car and spent most of its time in the garage hence the low mileage, He has only every ran the car on Super Unleaded and has over Serviced it too which is a big thing for me.

 

The car has only ever been hand washed and regularly Waxed and this shows in the cars condition, Bodywork wise its very good and most importantly it is original. The OSF wheel does however has some minor kerbing marks but the Tally's will be getting replaced so I am not overly concerned.

 

Current Spec...

 

MK6 Volkswagen Golf R

2011/61 Plate

Steel Grey Metallic

5 Door

DSG Gearbox

Full Service History, Mostly VW with a few Independents....9K, 18K, 26K, 33K Inc DSG/Haldex, 36K and last Month 37K Timing Belt & Water Pump.

38K Miles

18" Talladega Alloys

Bi-Zenons (Standard on the R)

Convenience Pack (Standard on the R)

Winter Pack

Luxury Pack

Vienna Leather with Heated Fronts

RNS 510 DVD Touch Screen with voice control, Sat Nav & MDI

Parking Sensors Front and Rear

Rear Camera

Genuine Floor Mats

 

The drive home...

 

Circa 5 Hours and 250 Miles, I was a bit knackered to be honest but the DSG made really light work of it, Sadly the car doesn't have Cruise Control but I will certainly be getting it retrofitted as its a must for me. I was not going to walk away though because of this! First impressions of DSG is really good, I need to get used to it as there was a few moments where I went for the Clutch pedal on approach to junctions LOL. Most of the way it was left in D with the odd bit of driving in Manual mode using the Paddles.

 

I filled up just off the M5 with Shell V-Power, Reset the MFD and averaged 36MPG which is spot on really, 60-70MPH most of the way back.

 

However I was a very naughty boy on the way back and made a slight detour to Hinckley/R-Tech...I had been chatting with Ben while I was on my way down on the Train and as I got £750 knocked off the price I had technically already budgeted to spend it today HAHA.

 

Ben kindly stayed behind as I got stuck in traffic on the M6 and I spent £550 on a few goodies, I figured I was going to buy them at some point and wanted to give R-Tech the business so bought the following...

 

Revo Intake

R-Tech Twin Plate Heat-shield

GFB-DV+ Diverter Valve

Genuine R8 Coil-Packs

NGK BKR7EIX Iridium Spark Plugs

 

Plans for the car....

 

Along with above items and even though the car has been Serviced recently I intend to go through everything as I always do, The car will get all New Genuine Filters, Millers 5W40 Engine Oil, New PCV and a New Cam Follower.

 

The car has Continental Sport Contact 5's on the Front circa 4MM and Michelin PS3's on the Rear with 6MM, I intend to buy a new set of Michelins for the Front.

 

Then onto the cosmetics, The car has been looked after but is no way up to my standards and will keep me busy over the coming Weeks. The Engine Bay needs some attention and a good clean, The wheels require removing and deep cleaning/Sealing, The Brake Calipers and Hubs require rubbing down and repainting then a general Full Detail and Waxing/Winter Protection on the bodywork.

 

I am confident that after some time and effort it will make into a really nice car, It is hard when you have just sold a car that wanted for nothing and in a way have taken a step backwards with regards to condition but I know from past experience that by putting time and effort in I can hopefully get the car upto an excellent standard.

 

Modification wise I have been researching over the past Week, I intend to go a little further with the uprgades on this car...

 

Full 3" TBE Exhaust, Possibly a BCS System including Sports Cat and the quietest option

R-Tech Stage 2 Custom Map

R-Tech DSG Map

 

Should hopefully be circa 340BHP/340LB/FT or Torque and more than enough.

 

Chassis wise, Superpro ALK, Undecided on Dampers and Springs? Possibly the VWR set up as the car doesn't have ACC so I can swap the Dampers or if I can justify it then Bilstein B12. I don't fancy going for Coilovers. Wheel wise TD Pro Race 1.2's in Gloss Black.

 

Having seen pictures of Hurdy's Steel Grey 5-Door Golf R lowered on TDPR 1.2's in Gloss Black it looked absolutely spot on for me and that is a look I would love to have on my own car.

 

Think that just about covers everything, Of-course as and when I will keep updating the thread in usual fashion.

 

No proper pictures as yet due to the car been absolutely filthy after today's epic journey home, Just a couple of teasers taken from the advert though...

 

 

[Tomote]

Woop looks very nice with a very good spec :-)

[bonelorry]

6/12/16...

 

Day 2 of ownership and after the 250 Mile trip home yesterday the car was looking a little sorry for itself and needed a bit of TLC, Spent around 6 Hours Detailing it today and can already see I made the right choice.

 

The previous owners have looked after the car no doubt, However there is always some room for improvement and after todays efforts it looks like a different car already.

 

Still plenty left to do on the car as always and I have not even started on the Engine Bay yet, Hopefully tomorrow.

 

Usual Bonelorry wash process...

 

: Rinsed the car, Wheel arches and Wheels thoroughly.

: Cleaned the fuel filler flap. All door, Bonnet and boot-lid shuts, Front Scuttle and Rubber door window seals using Valetpro detailing brush and APC to high concentrate.

: Rinsed car again.

: Applied Iron-X fallout remover, Left for 5 mins to take affect.

: Rinsed car thoroughly.

: Washed the car using 2 bucket method one panel at a time with a Eurow Lambswool mitt and Meguires ultimate shampoo.

: Rinsed car again.

: Removed any Tar specs using Autoglym Tar Remover.

: Clayed the whole car using Megs mild clay and Megs Detailer spray as lubricant.

: Dried the whole car using Elite XL drying towel.

: Dried the whole car with Elite XL drying towel, Dried the wheels, Door shuts and engine bay with Microfibre towel.

 

: Poorboys Black Hole applied with Soft Applicator and left for 10 Minutes to Haze, Removed with Microfibre Cloth

: Waxed the car using Collinites No:845 liquid insulator wax, The bottle was placed in warm water to help separate the wax and turn it into liquid, Then given a good shake before application. Using a soft applicator to apply, Left 30 mins to cure and Elite buffing towel to remove.

 

: Glass cleaned and then Polished using Autoglym.

 

: Wheel Arches dressed using Aerospace 303, Excess wiped away.

: Tyres dressed.

 

Too cold for getting the D/A out at the moment but in fairness it looks pretty damn good as it is, bags of depth and glossiness on the paint. Steel Grey is an awesome colour. My main priority was getting some Wax on the car but as always the key is in the prep, It is done now so I can focus on doing some servicing work hopefully tomorrow if all the parts arrive at TPS.

 

Couple of pics from today...

 

Iron-X after initial application...

 

 

After 5 Mins, Not too much fallout came off the paintwork but the wheels on the other hand...

 

 

 

Wash stage...

 

 

Claying the car removed a considerable amount of Traffic Film, I did it in 4 Stages using 2 pieces of Clay and turning after each Stage....

 

Drivers Side...

 

 

Passenger Side...

 

 

Roof, Bonnet and Front Bumper...

 

 

Rear of Car, Tailgate and Bumper...

 

 

PB Black Hole time...

 

 

 

Finished result, I am getting good at this...

 

 

 

 

[JLawson90]

looks like a totally different car! good job

[VRS Mike]

Lovely car congrats

[Defenderben]

Nice looking motor, happy days

Always preferred the exhaust on these to the 7R.

Edited 6 December, 2016 by Defenderben

[B33fy]

Well done for getting a great deal, nice looking car. I run TD 1.2's on my kit car, nice enough wheel. Though I would consider OZ Alleggeritas, a slightly thinner spoke and less spokes iirc and bit more up market and more suited to the Golf imo.

Happy motoring.

[mikey vrs]

Very nice......will this one still be in your ownership by the end of Dec 2016?? or do you already have a waiting list of potential buyers...   

[bonelorry]

7/12/16...

 

Day 3 of ownership and what a busy one it has been, Really happy and managed to get everything done just as it went dark this afternoon!

 

As you guys have probably figured out by now I am not happy until I have gone through everything on my cars regardless of how recently the car was last serviced etc. As mentioned earlier in the thread I called to R-Tech on my way home from buying the car and purchased various items, I also gave TPS a ring yesterday morning with a list and ordered some Service Items and finally ordered 5 Litres of Millers Nanodrive from Opie Oils.

 

The car was last Serviced in April this Year about 2000 Miles ago but its was only a Lube Service, Piece of mind now for me as I know everything's been done.

 

Just scared myself a little looking at the Invoices, Already upto £800 since buying the car, However I budgeted to spend far more buying a 6R in the first place...That is my excuse.

 

Early Start this morning and today I have done the following...

 

: Genuine Oil Filter, P/N 06D115562

: Genuine Sump Plug and Washer, P/N N90813202

: Genuine Cabin Filter (Charcoal Version) P/N 1K2819653B

: Genuine Fuel Filter 6.6Bar Version P/N, 1K201051K

: NGK BKR7EIX Iridium Spark Plugs (R-Tech)

: Millers Nanodrive 5W40 Fully Synthetic Engine Oil (Opie Oils)

: Genuine Front Wipers Blades, P/N 1Q2998002

 

: Genuine Camshaft Follower, Latest Revision, P/N 06D109309C

: Genuine HPFP Seal O-Ring, P/N WHT005184

: Genuine PCV Latest Revision, P/N 06F129101R

: Genuine PCV Gasket, P/N 06F103483E

: Genuine Diverter Valve, Revision G, P/N 06F145710G

 

: Genuine R8 Coil Packs, P/N 06E905115E (R-Tech)

: GFB-DV+ Uprated Diverter, (R-Tech)

: R-Tech Twinplate Heat-shield

 

And

 

: Revo Intake (Figured as I will be going beyond Stage 1 this time that I might aswell just bite the bullet and go for a decent Intake)

 

Also spent probably about an Hour giving everything in the engine bay a good clean as I was going along, Finished off with some Aerospace 303 Protectant.

 

A few pics from today's graft...

 

Busy day ahead...

 

 

First Job, Cabin Filter...

 

 

 

Fuel Filter, The car already had a 6.6 Bar Version fitted but the date stamped on the body was June 2011 so it was the original Item. I will say this again but these should be made part of the Service items IMO...

 

 

Engine Cover was then removed and I changed the Plugs and Coilpacks, The car had the Revision F Coils fitted probably originals, Also had the NGK's fitted which I prefer over Factory Bosch items...

 

 

Replacements, Genuine R8 Coilpacks and NGK Iridiums...

 

 

Onto the PCV, The car had the original Revision N fitted...

 

 

Replaced with a Revision R and new Gasket...

 

 

Then the Cam Follower, I am presuming this is the original 38K Mile item and it was in excellent condition. No wear on the coating but looking at the cars History it has been serviced every 9K for the first 3 and then every 5K for the last 2 which will obviously bode well. Good Oil is the key...

 

 

Cam lobe in excellent condition also...

 

 

Then up onto Axle Stands and the Oil and Filter was changed...

 

 

Back on the floor and then next job was the Diverter Valve, The car had the original Revision D Piston type fitted so it wanted replacing!...

 

 

Decided to buy a Brand New Revision G Diverter just for its solenoid, I know it was totally overkill and I could have retained the Rev D Solenoid but I am happier knowing its all new, I then fitted a GFB-DV+ onto the new Solenoid...

 

 

 

Once assembled but before fitting the Piston I applied a small amount of Engine Oil around the Piston, This is recommended before fitting to the car to help lubricate the Brass Piston...

 

 

 

Final job was to fit the Revo Intake and R-Tech Twinplate Heatshield, Time was taken when fitting the Intake to get all the hose clips lined up and also getting it to fit as good as possible without rubbing on anything. I was very happy with the end product! Engine bay was also given a tidy up and dressed with Aerospace 303...

 

 

Ready to rock and roll, Service Indicator Re-set...

 

[DanGum]

Nice motor!

[bonelorry]

11/12/16...

 

Damn Awesome GTI having a 2 day Sale with 20% off on Volkswagen Racing Dampers & Spring combo's...

 

Had to take full advantage of the offer and have ordered the following...

 

: Volkswagen Racingline Performance Shock Absorbers

: Volkswagen Racingline Performance Springs (VWR)

: Superpro Anti Lift Kit

 

That is as far as i ever intend to go with the chassis, I don't drive my cars hard enough to warrant going full on with Bilstein Coilovers, Anti Roll Bars and full Polybushing but figure the items I have purchased will be a suble step up over the OE set-up with a very small drop in ride height and without being too firm for daily use.

 

Will also get the 4 Wheel alignment done afterwords

[bonelorry]

14/12/16...

 

Oops, Santa is never going to get down the chimney this Year with all the goodies! Another bargain and it was the last set the seller had in stock so I had to! What made the decision even easier was that the seller unit who deals in Performance Wheels and Tyres was located 5 Mins away from my house and it turned out I actually knew him from when I was in the Motor Trade!

 

Team Dynamics Pro Race 1.2's in Gloss Black, 18" x 8J, PCD 5x112, ET45 and the added bonus they are direct VW fitment with machined Centre Bores of 57.1MM so no need for Spigot Rings.

 

 

 

[Wardy]

Here we go again

 

Another lovely find - and top work on it, as per usual!  :clap:

[Ally_bassman]

How long before this is sold on and the cycle starts again..

 

As always, following with interest, excellent work so far.

Edited 14 December, 2016 by Ally_bassman

[bonelorry]

15/12/16...

 

Another job ticked off the list done today...

 

: Wheel Removal

: Deep clean on Wheels including backs using Bilberry, Then re-washed after using Wash Mitt and towel dried

: All Centre Caps lined up with Tyre Valves

 

: Brake Calipers Detailed/Painted Black (These where de-greased, Rubbed down using 1200 Grit paper to provide a good key)

: Brake Disc Bells Detailed/Painted Silver

: Brake Disc Guards Painted Black

 

I know I am fitting the TD Pro Race 1.2's at some point over the next Month but I didn't want to fit Brand New Wheels with Dull looking Brake Calipers and Rusty Disc Bells, So at least now when the new Wheels go on everything else will look the part!

 

Having inspected all the Tyres currently fitted on the car I can confirm they are wearing nice and even with no irregular wear on the edges, The steering is slightly offset though so the geometry wants doing plus as the Suspension is getting replaced it is the ideal time to get it all set up afterwords.

 

However I did want to retain the 2 x Rear Tyres which are Michelin PS3's and fit them on the Pro Race 1.2's and then buy a new matching pair for the Front but one of them has had a Puncture Repair carried out which although not the end of the world I would feel much better having a new set fitted all round. Also as the PS3 is now quite a dated Tyre and has been replaced by the PS4 I was limiting myself to getting some more PS3's just to match up.

 

What I think I will do is buy a full set of 4 New Tyres, I will keep the Talledega's as a spare set of wheels with the Tyres they have currently got fitted.

 

So a set of Michelin PS4's sound any good then?

 

A couple of pictures from today, No Before or During as it has been such a dull and grim day with not much light, I was sat under the Car Port with a Halogen light in the Wheel Arch while I was painting LOL...Commitment.

 

 

 

 

[Furbytom]

Car looks stunning, looking forward to seeing it with the TD 1.2s on. Great wheel, considering buying a set myself :-)

[Defenderben]

No corners cut,well impressed with your attention to detail- stunning. PM me when you get fed up :)

But not too soon ,needs all the bits first ;)

Edited 18 December, 2016 by Defenderben

[bonelorry]

19/12/16...

 

Well the Suspension arrived at my partners work last Friday but as I was on an afternoon out drinking for a friends Birthday I left it there for the Weekend, Back on early shifts this Week so called over on my way home after work today and picked everything up.

 

Really looking forward to getting this fitted and hopefully it will be in the 1st Week of January!

 

Couple of pics...

 

Volkswagen Racingline Sports Suspension Kit, VWR30G60R which is the same part number as the MK5 R32 Kit. The GTI/Edition 30 and everything else with the 55MM Front Strut has a different Part number...

 

 

 

 

 

 

Superpro ALK...

 

 

[Wardy]

Very pleasing!  :clap:

[bonelorry]

22/12/16...

 

A small update but something that has done my head in since day 1 of owning the car was the Number Plates, They where both different makes and where screwed on. Not the end of the world but the screws on the front Plate where not lined up and looked a mess IMO.

 

Also a nice new pair or Plates freshens the look of the car.

 

Supplied by Jepsons in Sheffield, Went for the Plain Design rather the GB Style Euro Plates...

 

 

Decided not to drill the new plates and fixed them using Bestplate Double Sided Adhesive Strips, 5 x per Plate...

 

 

[Adam_]

Your attention to detail is superb.

[bonelorry]

Firstly Happy New Year to everyone and hope you all had a decent Xmas?

 

Not done much with the car since fitting the plates due to Xmas and work commitments, Finished working a row of late shifts on NYE and have got this Week off now so if all goes to plan I should be able to make some decent progress with the car  :party:

 

Wednesday...

 

Booked into my friends workshop in the morning and will be fitting the...

 

: Volkswagen Racingline Performance Spring and Damper Kit

: Superpro Anti lift Kit

: Full Geometry/4-Wheel alignment Set-Up

 

Thursday...

 

As mentioned earlier in the thread I was going to order a set of New Tyres from Camskill but with Xmas and New Year they where not processing/dispatching any orders until 3/1/17 with an estimated delivery date towards the end of this Week and meaning I would have had to wait about for the delivery to arrive I decided not to place the order with them last Week.

 

I made a quick call to chap that I purchased the Pro Race 1.2's from and enquired about some Tyres from him, Although he could not match Camskill's price he was only £5 per Tyre more expensive and will have a set in for me on Thursday morning. Added bonus is that he is a 5 Min drive away from my house so I can just call in and collect them and do not have to wait in for a delivery that never arrives.

 

: Set of 4 New Michelin Pilot Sport 4's, 225/40R18 92Y XL Fitment

: Brand New Team Dynamics Pro Race 1.2's in Gloss Black, 18" x 8J, 5 x 112, Machined with correct 57.1MM Centre Bore so no Spigots.

 

I will be using a friends workshop and fitting the Tyres myself, If possible I always prefer to do my own Tyres to ensure the wheels stay unmarked during the Tyre fitment. I worked for Goodyear for 8 Years as a Manager so I am perfectly capable and qualified.

 

I will hopefully fit the wheels at home and will be giving the wheel arches a detail at the same time.

 

Saturday...

 

Nice early start, Have an appointment at 8AM with a well known tuning company....Booked in with Mr Gower @ R-Tech! Managed to secure a last minute cancellation so very lucky indeed as they generally have a 3 Month waiting list!

 

: R-Tech Custom Stage 1 Re-Map

: R-Tech DSG Map

 

As mentioned earlier in the thread I have opted to do the Suspension, Wheels, Tyres etc and just stick with a Stage 1 map for now which will give decent gains over stock and offer more than enough performance for now. Then over the next few Months I will be booking in with Nige @ BCS for a Full Turbo Back Powervalve and also purchasing a new Loba Motorsport HPFP and RS4 Return Valve and then re-visiting R-Tech to go Stage 2+.

 

So hopefully it will be a totally different car by this time next Week!

 

This will be my 4th visit to R-Tech now on 4 different car, This time however I have a DSG so no worries with regards to Clutch Slip and as its 4wd don't have to go for a Linear Pedal Map either.

 

My last 6R made 313BHP and 340LB/FT at Stage 1 but was totally standard, I don't go chasing figures but it would be nice for my current 6R to make similar numbers.

 

The car has had the following in the past Month 500 Miles so should hopefully be healthy...

 

: Full Engine Service all Genuine Filters (Inc Fuel Filter)

: NGK BKR7EIX Plugs

: Millers NanoDrive 5W40 Oil

: Genuine R8 Coil Packs

: Revision R PCV & Gasket

: New Cam Follower & O-Ring

: New Rev-G Diverter and then fitted a GFB-DV+

: Revo Intake with R-Tech Twinplate Heatshield

: Strict Diet of Shell V-Power

[20vKarlos]

This looks great and I rather love these R's

[bonelorry]

4/1/17...

 

Nice early start today, As promised today/Wednesday was Suspension day!

 

Enlisted the help of my good friend and his facilities today, I trained at College with Richard back in 2000/2001 when we did Motor Vehicle Engineering together and having been a Senior Saab Technician for about 12 Years until the demise of the brand he then set-up his own business continuing with Saabs and pretty much anything nowadays. A proper genius where cars are concerned and someone that I was more than happy to carry out work on my own car.

 

Got everything done no problems, Everything came un-done OK with nothing Seized! Very happy with the end result, The ride height is absolutely spot on and early days yet and have only covered about 15 Miles so far but I am convinced the ride quality is actually better with the VWR Damper/Spring Combo over the Stock 6R set-up! It should get a bit better too as it settles over the next couple of hundred Miles.

 

Today we did the following...

 

: Volkswagen Racingline Performance Shock Absorbers

: Volkswagen Racingline Performance Springs -5/10mm

: Superpro Anti Lift Kit

: Full 4 Wheel Alignment/Geometry Set-up using Snap-On/John Bean Visualiner full Toe In/Out, Castor, Camber etc (Awesome bit of kit, Expensive too!)

 

 

Also collected my new Tyres on the way home ready for tomorrow, Cannot wait to get them fitted on the TDPR 1.2's in the morning! If the weather plays ball I might even get to do a Mini-Detail on the car and get some pics  :pomppomp:

 

Oh and one more thing...

 

Friday The car is booked in with Statller Performance  :grin: Not happy that I have given myself enough jobs to do this Week I spoke to Steve at Statllers yesterday morning and got a slot on Friday for him to do the following...

 

: DSG Service/Oil Change

: Haldex Service/Oil Change

: Brake Fluid Change

 

According to the History the DSG and Haldex was done around 32K Miles/6K ago. The car is now on 38675 so nowhere near due but as its me and I have a mental problem I am getting it all done myself for total piece of mind and I know when I turn up to R-Tech on Saturday I have left no stone unturned.

 

Just a few snaps from today, Didn't mess about taking loads...

 

 

Old Dampers...

 

 

NSR Damper was beginning to show signs of weepage, Misting of Oil so wanted replacing anyway...

 

 

Job Done, Should settle a little more but the initial look of the car is spot on. Very subtle drop in ride height...

 

Edited 4 January, 2017 by bonelorry

[fabdavrav]

Looking good as usual!

 

TD Pr1.2s are good, mind you I have set on my Golf MK7 estate for summers & the pr3 five spoke for winter