tools

I had a search of the MK2 section but its like looking for a needle in a haystack! I seen a thread ages ago that had a picture of and possibly a link to a set of tools (they were blue plastic) which would be used to remove the dash trim where the headunit etc is. Just want to know what set it...

Hi All, The bottom bearings have gome on my V5 so I am goijg to strip the cr of all its parts and then srap the shell. I had a look around the car today and I need to get some star like tools to get the doors of the car. Does anyone know the size that is needed? Are there any other...

quite simple this one, seen that a few people use trim removal tools, can anyone recomend one and more importantly where they got it from? (a link or two wouldnt go a miss either!) cheers

hi all, new to this forum. here`s my problem... I`v got a 2003 lcr and think the valve stem seals are on their way out and was wondering if their was a special tool for doing them in place. if so does any one know the part no and where i can get one. thanks john:help:

fitting my HID's, what have people used to cut a hole in the back of the casing? thinking of using a drill or dremel cut it out, but I want the hole to be spot on seen this: http://www.toolspot.co.uk/product/toolzone-adjustable-circle-hole-cutter-m2-steel?source=froogle can it be...

I've got to get a torque wrench for fitting my DBM and whilst there I thought it might be useful to get other tools that I'll need for general tweaking/servicing of my LC - but what ones? Torx bits (security/tamper ones) - but what are the common sizes or one off's on an LC? Sealy...

Hi, After reading the Briskoda article on upgrading your knackered wishbone bushes to Cupra solid type, i was all hyped up to do the job. Unfortunately getting some 8mm thick discs from an engineering firm will cost 70 quid to make or nearer 55quid if i change the diameters of the circles...

Can anyone tell me which tools are required for changing the suspension on an FR Leon 2.0TDi? Thanks

After reading several guides and getting the video from cinctdi I will be (with a little help from my mechanic cousin) be changing the cam belt on my 1.9 TDI 110 asv. Does anyone know where I can locate some aftermarket copies of the VAG tools used by technicians? I have had a look at...

as per the titles. i have the piano black b pillar trims on but i think it looks better with the piano black rear handles as well. i have read a tutorial on how to get the rear door cards off and looks complicated. before i start taking things apart do you need any special tools to change the...

I want to service my own V5 but have a few questions about it. First of all it's the 150bhp 10 valve version (with the leads on the engine cover). These might sound like silly questions but i want to make sure i have absolutely everything i need before i start to service the car. I am used to...

Ok I've done a search and bar reading through every post I can't see an answer to this. I am thinking of getting a basic tool set for doing simple things like removing brake calipers/removing battery etc I'm assuming I will need a metric set, what I want to know is what size...

As title really, changing my discs, pads ( on front) and fluid just wondered if you guys have any handy tips on doing this? and if there is any special tools? Cheers

OK Guys, thinking of fitting the K03S this weekend (got 4 off days so why not!) but before I start I need to know I have everything as I need the car to be back on the road ASAP. I have the K03S, I have the A&M Fitting Kit, so I need an exhaust manifold gasket or is there no need to remove...

Has anyone got any experience of using ECU flashing tools, such as this: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/KWP2000-ECU-FLASHER-CHIPTUNING-INTERFACE-OBD2-NEW_W0QQitemZ8049277636QQcategoryZ32094QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Looks intriguing. Is it quite straightforward to read & write maps to the ECU of a PD TDI ...

Hiya, I am going to change the front and rear discs + pads on my MK3 Cupra on Thursday, just wondering EXACTLY what i'll need before I set out to do it, the reason this post is urgent, is that I am buying anything extra tommorow, so I can just start Thursday with no interuptions... I...

OK...I've bought the tool for releasing the strut from the hub, but is there a special tool to help undo the top mounting nut ? Are they an outer nut with a hex socket in the end of the damper rod ? If so I've learnt my lesson before - a socket held as tightly as possible with molegrips and...

hi :o) does anyone know where i could get my hands on the pins for removing a Seat Aura Cd Head Unit? Thanks David