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Offline nzpug

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Long-time member, first-time poster
« on: December 20, 2017, 08:19:21 AM »
hi all,
I've been a member on here for a while, but here's my (long-delayed) intro...and a pic of my 1.9GTi.
cheers,
Matt

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Re: Long-time member, first-time poster
« Reply #1 on: December 20, 2017, 08:24:14 AM »
should have mentioned that among the subtle modifications, running Eibach springs and Bilstein dampers which have noticeable improved body control (and sitting a bit lower, tastefully so IMO).
also recently had the wheels refurbished to remove kerbing from the old owner and wow, the wheels look brand new now!

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Re: Long-time member, first-time poster
« Reply #2 on: December 20, 2017, 09:01:08 AM »
Nice! The wheels do look great.

How is the red paint? Not too destroyed by the sun?
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Re: Long-time member, first-time poster
« Reply #3 on: December 20, 2017, 09:21:35 AM »
ah, yes the paint. it is a bit variable: pretty good shape in most places (especially if I've give it its annual polish  :-[), but faded in others - particularly on the roof.
getting a respray is on my list for the long-term.

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Re: Long-time member, first-time poster
« Reply #4 on: December 20, 2017, 05:33:35 PM »
Looks tidy - well done on the suspension combo
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Re: Long-time member, first-time poster
« Reply #5 on: December 23, 2017, 12:41:20 PM »
hey,
yeah the suspension is good, though the most profound improvement was a Quaife ATB - really helps maximise drive in all conditions and makes it corner even better!