Lambro's Black 1.2 MK4 5DR Ibiza...:D

[BeezaDave]

Does anyone know if there's something missing from my Rubber strip (on the door), shown in my first picture/post ([POST=3604909]here[/POST])?

If so, is there a part number or something? Or is it the whole strip that needs replacing?

Thanks

do you mean the indent on the rear door moulding? that's supposed to be there. it should be on the other side aswell. its on 5 doors to allow the rear door to open without catching on the front door. 3 doors obviously dont have rear doors so they have no reason for an indent.

 

[Lambro6]

Oh right, that makes sense. I just thought someone snapped something off or whatever, it just doesn't look right!

Thanks though!

 

[BeezaDave]

Oh right, that makes sense. I just thought someone snapped something off or whatever, it just doesn't look right!

Thanks though!

no problem lad car is looking well!

 

[Lambro6]

Thanks, but if you'd seen post 3, you'd probably wouldn't be saying that.

 

[Chris_a_73]

Fitted any of your mods this weekend?

I had other thoughts for potential add-ons.


Audi TT pedals (direct replacement for rubber covers, around £35 from Audi directly. You need the LHD accelerator pedal, then RHD for the other two).

TT Clutch Pedal – 8N0721174A01C
TT Brake Pedal – 8N0721173A
TT LHD Accelerator Pedal – 8N1721647B

Dead pedal (£15 or something like that)

http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/showpost.php?p=3265693&postcount=157

LED sidelights

http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/showpost.php?p=3178441&postcount=106



Also, regarding your scratches on post 3, your only options are to used a filler based polish (such as Autoglym SUper Resin Polish), or use a heavy cut compound polish with a machine polisher. Wax will not improve scratches a great deal, and will wear off very quickly, whereas when using a heavy cut polish the results are permanent (unless you scratch it again of course).

 

[Lambro6]

Nope, still haven't got her back yet! :/

I'm not sure I quite want pedals yet, but it'll be something to think about, but I'm definently liking the LED sidelights. I'll have to do some research into them, I'm sure there'll be a bundle of info on these forums.

And thanks for the advice! I'm not really interested in buying a machine polisher, but I'll look into the Autoglym stuff! ...Then again, the machine polisher could be a good future investment....hmmmmm

 

[Lambro6]

Are the sidelights reliable? I.e. How long do they last? Do they cause any lights on the dash to show up? Easy to fit?

Also, do you have a link for them? There's way to many on eBay.

 

[JonnyH10]

I've had my LED sidelights in since June, although I've just noticed ones went out.
But not bad for only paying £2.50 for 4! Now to try and find the two spares...

 

[Chris_a_73]

Well you get some good, some bad. I eventually found a style that are really bright (8 SMD LEDs, all forward facing) and have lasted nearly a year (really good for LEDs!).

I ended up buying 3 sets, seeing as they are so cheap (and from China, so would take a couple of weeks to get a new set if one blew..)

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2-X-8-SMD...CarParts_SM&hash=item2c615ced0f#ht_2109wt_979

They are a great investment, I hate standard yellow ones!

Super Resin Polish is pretty cheap, available most places. After 3-4 layers the scratches should be significantly reduced. Are the scratches localised to the door handle area, or is there a significant amount of swirls on the rest of the paintwork? My paint was pretty good to begin with, but I am a perfectionist and spent crazy money on a huge array of detailing products. The machine polisher made the paint almost mirror-like.....

 

[Lambro6]

Thanks guys.
Just ordered 4. So £2.20 in total, which is so cheap.


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[Lambro6]

Super Resin Polish is pretty cheap, available most places. After 3-4 layers the scratches should be significantly reduced. Are the scratches localised to the door handle area, or is there a significant amount of swirls on the rest of the paintwork? My paint was pretty good to begin with, but I am a perfectionist and spent crazy money on a huge array of detailing products. The machine polisher made the paint almost mirror-like.....

There are scratches near all door handles, and then there's odd scratches scattered around the car.
Quite a few on the boot as well.
So I doubt I'll ever get it looking "mirror-like".
But I think my best bet would be going down the Autoglym road, because it'll be fairly cheap, and I should end up with a satisfying finish?




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[MATTCR]

I did the same, bought a shed load from china for 99p each, like you say saves buying and waiting for more if one blows!

 

[Lambro6]

Got the car back an hour ago.
First thing I notice, the rear seems to make a lot of creaking when leaving a speed bump. And there was quite a few speed bumps, so I can't help but think there's something wrong.
I'll have a search on the forum tomorrow, but meanwhile, of anyone knows what this could be, please share.
Thanks


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[Chris_a_73]

I get the same thing... I know my front bushes need replacing as they creak, however it could also be rear suspension. I don't really know :/

 

[Blanco92]

I'm convinced this rear creaking is simply to do with the cold weather.

I remember my Ibiza creaking/squeeking from the rear last winter, and after a couple of major washes of the wheel arch, suspension and generally the back end of the car it got better... then completely went away as the weather got warmer again.

 

[Lambro6]

Thanks, and yeah, it's only started happening since the cold, come to think of it.

My to-do list (Excuse Mr.BlurryCam, and my Graphical Calculator!) (Also my sub, which is not pictured) -

 

[Lambro6]

Just a tiddly update:

Installed the Cupra Vent switches! Although, I now need Red vent rings. Can I get these from dave@Sere?

I put in an 8 LED bulb, in the interior.
It turned out blue, and dimmer than the old bulb!!! So I've ordered a 16-SMD one, hopefully should do the job.

Also installed the Aux for the Alana. Which I then hooked up to the Belkin Aircast - Wireless heaven! I'm loving it.

Here's a photo, excuse the quality, and excuse the mess, but I'm uploading from my phone and through tapatalk, and the car is in need of a good clean, and sorting out.

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[Lambro6]

Don't think she likes the cold

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[Lambro6]

Q: How do I 'Shine' my car?

Ever since I bought it, it's been a sort of dull black. How do I get the shine/mirror look?
Is it to late to do this? Have too many years passed?
Or can I buy some cleaners, and follow a method to shine it up?

Or would I be better taking it to a place where they know what they're talking about? If I was going to take it somewhere, how much would I be looking to pay? Is it maintainable?

Being my first car, I really have no clue, and in my family, cleaning the car usually suffices of fairly liquid and warm water, which I know is a big No-no!

Any help/advice would be well and truly appreciated! Thanks!

 

[Zlash_eX]

She looks freezing in that above pic!

As for the shine - I'm not an expert in car cleaning by any means, but I do enjoy it. I use Auto Glym car shampoo if I'm just washing the car. If I feel like doing more I use Auto Glym Super Resin Polish. Smells good and feels really smooth afterwards, call me weird.
Either way, my car is more shiny after a wash than before.