I did it - I now drive a 2003 Bora V6 4Motion

[Dub_Star_V6]

Nice one Manaz.

Where did you land the brakes?

[Manaz]

Got them from Oli on these forums

[Dub_Star_V6]

Coolness.

I'd be interested to hear about any improvements (feel, performance, wear) as switching from slotted (standard) discs to vented, slotted 4-pots on the Liberty (+ Cusco brake booster) was like night and day. Big brakes FTW.




I'm running 18x8s so I assume fitting R32 calipers shouldn't pose an issue. Now to track down a set...

[Manaz]

They should fit under 18x8s as long as the offset is correct (+35 or so I believe would be standard).

[Dub_Star_V6]

Offset is good Manaz, so I should be fine.

Thanks for your advice

[Manaz]

Hmmm.

I noticed a "grumbling/grinding" sound out of the back right side of the car when doing a U-turn last night. I can replicate it on the back left by doing a "left-hand U-turn" (done in a quiet cul de sac for those wondering about me performing odd maneuvers on open streets). It's only apparent at low speeds (it's hard to do a U-turn too quickly).

Any ideas what it could be?

I'm also considering a K-Mac strut mounting kit instead of the full ECS Tuning suspension kit, and then adding the R32/TT LCA bushings. That will give me adjustable camber in the front (particularly useful if the coilovers lower the car significantly), K-Mac have a part that allows rear-end camber adjustment too if I have issues at the back.

[Manaz]

K-Mac didn't seem crash hot, so I've stuck with the ECS suspension refresh kit - which arrived on Tuesday. Just sorting out how I'm going to get it and the K-Sport coilovers fitted.

Apparently the noise is from the front of the car (I must have been on drugs when I first heard it and thought it came from the back). Apparently there's some rubbing from my tyres on the guard in the wheel well when I apply hard lock - I'll be checking that out when the car's up off the ground...

[Manaz]

Anyone know how much brake fluid the entire brake system on a Mk IV Golf/Bora holds? I want to grab enough to do a good full flush of the system, to clear all the old stuff out completely...

[quozl]

Anyone know how much brake fluid the entire brake system on a Mk IV Golf/Bora holds? I want to grab enough to do a good full flush of the system, to clear all the old stuff out completely...

http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=2276417

http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3183602

and this thread below is the mother of all resources for everything you ever wanted to know about the MKIV platform

The MKIV How-To, FAQ, and Do-It-Yourself Guide - Please consult before posting

http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=1835863

Sections include

Sections
Exterior - Bodykits, Bumpers, Side skirts, Valances, Badges, Front End Conversions, Wipers, Mirrors, Windows, Sunroof
Exterior Lighting - Headlights, Tailights, turn signals, side markers
Interior - Rattles, squeaks, shift knobs, steering wheels, trim kits, gauge clusters, gauges, seats, alarm, heating and A/C, interior disassembly, interior lighting
Interior Electronics - Audio/Video, Subwoofers, Radar Detectors, MP3 Players, GPS, Keyfobs, Alarm modifications, window controllers, cruise control
Suspension - Shocks, Springs, Coilovers, Swaybars, Strutbars, Stressbars
Wheel and Tire
Brakes - Calipers, carriers, rotors, pads, brake light switch
Transmission - Automatic and Manual, Starter
Drivetrain - Items/Issues that are common across drivetrains (Engine/Transmission). Fault codes, coilpacks, 02 sensors, EDL and ASR, Oil, battery, engine mounts, bushings, bearings and hubs, axles, fuel filter.
Intake and Exhaust - Cold Air Intakes, airboxes, CAI's, filters, exhaust systems and components
VR6 - 12v (174hp) and 24v (200hp) VR6's
1.8T - 150hp and 180hp versions of the 1.8t.
2.0 - 2.0L Engine
TDI - 90 HP and 110 HP Diesels
General - Frequently Asked Questions and things that do not fit into a specific category - Fuses, Recalls, Color Registries, Abbreviations, How to jack up a mkiv.

Troubleshooting MKIV Issues. - Problems with your car? This is a good place to start.

Bookmark this thread and you will never have to ask again as it is all there

Cheers Al

[Manaz]

Thanks!