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Barn's Project....returning to a leon.

Aug 6, 2009
956
1
cumbria
Hi I'm currently looking for a brake upgrade for my mk2 LCR, I've had a look at a few brake kits, forge being one of them am just wondering what you think of the kit?
 

cupra-barn

It's all about stealth!
Aug 4, 2010
2,105
3
Worcester
Hi I'm currently looking for a brake upgrade for my mk2 LCR, I've had a look at a few brake kits, forge being one of them am just wondering what you think of the kit?

To be completely honest mate I havnt even had a chance to really see what they can do. :cry:

First impressions are really good, excellent quality components with everything you need to fit (except fluid)

I would have a look on JamesL's RR, I got my inspiration from him and asked a load of questions on his RR. Once Ive given them some stick this weekend :whistle: Ill put up a bit of a review dude. :D
 

cupra-barn

It's all about stealth!
Aug 4, 2010
2,105
3
Worcester
Change of plan on the coilover front.

After being let down by H&R i decided to just order the Weitecs from Damian @ DPM.
They arrived yesterday, top service from Damian, would recommend anyone his way!

So, Weitec Hicon GT are now sat in the boot, just a shame they wont be on for Inters :( Unfortunately working till 4pm today.
 

cupra-barn

It's all about stealth!
Aug 4, 2010
2,105
3
Worcester
Well its been a while since I updated the thread so thought I better get on with it!

The brakes are bedding in nicely, and yesterday I fitted the coilovers.

Went on really easily compared to what I was dreading, 4 hours start to finish.






Give it a week and Ill get some shots of how its sitting after its settled. :)

Lastly I also took delivery of 2 new tyres today, another pair of Vred Ultra Sessanta's.
 

cupra-barn

It's all about stealth!
Aug 4, 2010
2,105
3
Worcester
Forgot to say,
I've also had a problem lately with blowing boost hoses off the turbo. I think it's from when the garage bled my brakes they removed the charge pipe to gain access to the brake fluid reservoir.

Anyway, after the pipe blowing off 4 times in one day I had enough and raided the box of pipes I have to find something better.
I found this:

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Pretty sure it's from Phillc's old setup but fits perfectly, all sorted and havnt blown a hose off since :)
 

cupra-barn

It's all about stealth!
Aug 4, 2010
2,105
3
Worcester
As ever the cars got a few issues at the moment.

My charge pipe has rubbed a hole in my PAS fluid reservois.
Got a very slight knock from the front.
Got 2 new tyres to be fitted.
Got 2 gauges to wire up.

Once this is done I hope to enjoy it for a bit again!
 

goldie74

goldie74
Jan 1, 2013
601
0
Oxfordshire
Hey mate,How you finding the Weitecs ??,Would love to see how it's sitting,I have my front one's wound down so there is only 4 threads remaining,Just wondered how your's looked in comparison ??
 

cupra-barn

It's all about stealth!
Aug 4, 2010
2,105
3
Worcester
HUGE UPDATE!!!

Unfortunately the time has come for the leon to go, it doesn't suit my needs anymore and therfor im just not enjoying it as I should be.

Its being broken which is a shame but its the only way to get your money back now it seems!

Sad times for sure, but the car will always be in my heart. Its been a pleasure to own, drive and workon in my 3 and a half years of ownership.

Please don't fill the RR with parts question, I think the most know where to look to get such answers anyway.

I should be getting my new car in a week or so, im staying VAG as the leon has convinced me that's the way forward. Ill post some pics once ive got it!
 
I thought was going BT too.

Shame to see this go, has changed quiet a lot from the 1st couple of pages.

Breaking does make you way more as you know. Mine Ibiza has pretty much gone in less than 2 weeks. Looking forward to your new motor. Good luck with it mucka
 
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t0m

LCR 225
Apr 29, 2007
8,013
7
Kent
Mines going hybrid k04 and shall be stopping for a while yet, only done 40k, it's still a bairn :)


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Good to hear. I want to see how yours turns out mate.

Not even worn in yet.... needs some track time next year once it's all running sweet on the new build ;)
 

cupra-barn

It's all about stealth!
Aug 4, 2010
2,105
3
Worcester
It is a shame but the new car is worth it. The plan was to go BT but I've just lost interest in it really.

My main regret is that I didn't do more track days in it, if I had it might be a different story but its showing its 110k and I fancy a change while I am in the personal situation to do so.

Ill still be fettling about with bits and bobs I should think, especially with Mike and Tim being so close to mine!