Ryans MK2 GTI

[Jarred]

much better than my old one used to be. was well beyond yellow/brown. new one makes the whole lot look alot better.

[ryana89]

MK2's are funny little things

After another spurlge at Jaycar, removed the original roof insulation (cotton carpet glued to the roof with green contact glue).
Up goes the Dynamatt + new amplified aerial.



Then on a short drive...



Ultimate mess


Didn't get hot enough for any real damage, just awaiting quote's on a replacement rad.

[benough]

My radiator did that.

Got a German made replacement for $210

[walshydub]

That must be a common weakpoint on the radiators, that's where mine went too.

Good job MK2 front ends are so easy to disassemble.

[ryana89]

My radiator did that.

that's where mine went too.

Assuming its because that area always receives the hottest coolant.(?)
The front end is pretty simple, would be easier without an A/C condenser and headlight relay loom

[rutti]

WAs theer any telltale signs of impending failure like frequent coolant topups? Or its just popped suddenly?

Assuming its because that area always receives the hottest coolant.(?)
The front end is pretty simple, would be easier without an A/C condenser and headlight relay loom

[ryana89]

WAs theer any telltale signs of impending failure like frequent coolant topups? Or its just popped suddenly?

There was actually, I thought the hose was just loose, so like an idiot, kept tightning the circular clamp.
The plastic was extremely brittle, almost like chalk, in my defence

---------- Post added 11-12-2011 at 05:53 PM ---------- Previous post was 06-12-2011 at 09:03 PM ----------

After a quick delivery from Camden GTI, the new rad was in ASAP.
However, refitting the OEM fan and fan shroud is rather difficult, particularly if you have AC (plus it looks dumb)

So, dad and I put our heads together and made our own little set-up.







Still a little bit of work left to do, but am very pleased with it.

[Spike]

I've gone through a bit of your thread and it's pretty inspirational, I'll be having a go at most of my own repairs and improvement along the way so keep the pics and info coming mate! Love ya work!

[Stiggy_21]

great job ryan!

[walshydub]

Looks great. perfect for those hot Hervey Bay summers