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19-03-2025, 10:27 AM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Reversing sensors turned off in Caddy and Caddy Life

Assuming you have a reverse camera fitted, when you put the car in reverse and the camera image appears on the screen, there is a button (looks like...

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18-03-2025, 10:12 AM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Towbar installation coding in Tiguan 2nd Generation (2017+)

Probably worth getting in touch with Euro Car Electronics who are on the Sunshine Coast. Likely worth the trip up to them to get the coding sorted...

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17-03-2025, 02:11 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread ACT newbie - maybe back to euro - Audi SQ5 or Mk7 Golf R in Newbies Corner - (First Posts)

Welcome to the forum. I always liked the older Audi S4 (B6?? 2.7L V6 turbo) and would have loved to have owned one about 10-15 years ago like you...

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13-03-2025, 02:24 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread 2017 VW Tiguan Stereo Upgrade in Tiguan 2nd Generation (2017+)

There are plenty of wireless Carplay/Android auto adapters on the market. Just avoid the cheap ebay Chinese garbage. You will be paying $150+ for...

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06-03-2025, 01:28 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread POLO GTI 6C Cracked Radiator in Polo (6R & 6C 2010+)

Unless the radiator was faulty, or it was potentially damaged prior to installation/during installation, its ridiculous to think that a radiator...

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06-03-2025, 10:34 AM

Lucas_R replied to a thread VAG Specialist Servicing in Adelaide. in Mk5 Golf & Jetta

Perhaps consider one of our forum moderators who runs a mobile VAG specialist mechanic service business in Adelaide: VW Servicing Adelaide ...

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28-02-2025, 02:04 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread How to make a TDI louder in Mk7 Golf

Its not really the right car for loud noises and fluttering. All the emissions garbage on modern diesels makes this harder than it used to be. You...

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27-02-2025, 12:50 PM

Lucas_R started a thread Nice looking MK5 Pirelli for sale in Newcastle area if anyone is looking for one in Mk5 Golf & Jetta

Ive always had a soft spot for Pirellis, I just wish they came in manual instead of DSG. Anyway, I found what appears to be a nice example for...

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27-02-2025, 08:47 AM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Retune/remap a tuned wolfie? in Tiguan 2nd Generation (2017+)

Wow im surprised the old poly bush came out without ripping!! I have installed and removed several on the Mk5/Mk6 Golf platform and every one of them...

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27-02-2025, 08:41 AM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Golf gti Pirelli downpipe and hphf in Mk5 Golf & Jetta

For downpipe, you just need one that suits a Mk5 GTI. The Pirelli has a larger k04 turbo, but the downpipes are interchangeable. The absolute...

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26-02-2025, 08:25 AM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Tangles MY15 132tsi in Tiguan 5N (2007 - 2016)

Wow you haven't held back with the mods. I bet you are loving the HPA K04 turbo upgrade, these engines really sing along with the K04 and with the...

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25-02-2025, 03:26 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Retune/remap a tuned wolfie? in Tiguan 2nd Generation (2017+)

I only had the lower insert on my car and never had an issue. The upper mount may improve things more but may introduce additional NVH over just the...

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25-02-2025, 11:27 AM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Retune/remap a tuned wolfie? in Tiguan 2nd Generation (2017+)

I would stay away from the polyurethane bushes and inserts from my experience. You should at the very least do the "dogbone" mount insert and for...

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24-02-2025, 10:46 AM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Wife is freaking out of the major work on a brand new Rline Allspace in Tiguan 2nd Generation (2017+)

Bloody hell you certainly haven't wasted any time getting the modifications underway - respect. Obviously the bodyshop have had to do quite a bit...

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