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Old 03-24-2013, 10:49 AM   #71 (permalink)
AndrzejM
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Originally Posted by 320touring View Post
A mixed day yesterday with the Golf!

On the positive side, I fitted the thermostat- she now reaches and holds 90 degrees I expect to see an improvement in MPGs too Additionally, the grill blocks didnt cause any overheating..so they can stay!

On the negative side, I traced the banging from the front end to the drivers (RHS) driveshaft- looking at about £85new, or £40 for a 2nd hand one..whilst underneath I also saw that she could do with some new bottom arms and arb droplinks..

She's taxed until end April, but by then I reckon she'll need

Driveshaft
Arb droplinks
Bottom arms
Timing belt/tensioner
and possibly front brakes..

need to have a think
Don't spend on parts and service all the money you'll save on fuel!

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