MK3 RHD Panel Van build.

[P78]

you know what could be a nice addition (if you can find it)

the henry lloyds yacht edition lip

http://i45.tinypic.com/24lpz5h.jpg

http://www.volksforum.com/albums/files/1/1/1/DSC00015.jpg

[Dutch]

If you're sticking with base model stuff, why not get the base model non GTI headlights? They don't have the circular part in them... in my opinion they look bleh, but not sure if they're a new thing to you guys in the US?

EDIT: FOUND A PICTURE!!

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[GTIKole.]

you know what could be a nice addition (if you can find it)

the henry lloyds yacht edition lip

http://i45.tinypic.com/24lpz5h.jpg

http://www.volksforum.com/albums/fil...1/DSC00015.jpg

I have been keeping my eye out for one or a Seat Cordoba sx lip to change the front up.

If you're sticking with base model stuff, why not get the base model non GTI headlights? They don't have the circular part in them... in my opinion they look bleh, but not sure if they're a new thing to you guys in the US?

EDIT: FOUND A PICTURE!!

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedi...tchback_03.jpg

Jamie Orr has a set at OE that I am waiting to buy.
Euro single chamber ecodes, I love the look of them. I know most people do not the bestest fan of the dual chambers.

[GTIKole.]

No real updates just some pictures for you guys.


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The next goal is to get the subframe back on the ground again. Debating switching out the the front tires for either 195/40's or 165/45's, both would bring the height down a bit, and 195/40's in the rear. Also still need to pick up a set on unix ball joint extenders & tie-rod flip to give me a bit more clearance and fix the suspension geometry as I still drive the car pretty low.

Currently with the 195/45's


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[GTIKole.]

Just some pictures from a evening downtown.

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The Panel Van Downtown. by Kole Grove, on Flickr

The Panel Van Downtown. by Kole Grove, on Flickr

[GTIKole.]

Ok so big update time!!!

First things first I needed to make more room for the tires/wheels. So I did that.

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After that I real was starting to not like the look of the heavy amount of negative camber I have had to run to get the Th- lines to "fit". So I started looking for a mk2 beam but after months of searching I found no mk2 beams that were not is about to turn to dust due to rust. One of my adventures to try to find a mk2 beam that ended with finding two crappy ones I found a mk3 beam laying around and I got a crazy idea. why not just narrow a mk3 beam to what I need? After a few calls to my good friend Ethan and $60 out of my pocket later I took the beam home with me. Fast forward a few days and the build started...

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The plan was to narrow each side 3/4". So I cut the plates and started.

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I then milled the plates down so they were flat. It was my first time using the mill at Ethan's shop. After milling them flat I sandblasted them to make sure they were clean.

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We then cut out the 3/4" out of the beam & got the plates lined up and tacked in place.

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Then Ethan and I both tired the beam together, it was my first using a tig so that was a highlight for me.

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The next day I swapped the beams out and got everything adjusted. Even with us trying to take every step to make sure the plates were perfectly straight I still ended up after to do some adjusting to get both wheels sitting the same. It was a huge pain removing the beam by yourself and not on a lift for sure but got it all done.

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After all the work and trouble it gave me it was worth it in the end.
16x9.5 et12 siting in the rear with around -1 camber or less. Looks so much better in my option.

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I then spent this evening doing some cleaning. I clayed and waxed all the car besides the roof and bumpers which ill do tomorrow.

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Well that is all for now guys. I still have some things to get done before heading to SOWO on Thursday morning with the girl friend.
See everyone there.

[DER E30]

A+ on that beam narrow! Looks good with a little less camber!

[GTIKole.]

A little bit more sowo prep done today. Had the car aligned by my friend Andrew. Got the car all set up for the drive to Helen Thursday morning.

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[GTIKole.]

About as ready as it is going to get for SOWO.

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[P78]

it does look better with less camber

another nice mod Kole

[hinrichs]

damn dude that rear fitment is beyond perfect now.

[GTIKole.]

damn dude that rear fitment is beyond perfect now.

it does look better with less camber

another nice mod Kole

Thanks guys. I'm a lot happier with the wheels and fitment now. May have been a lot of work but it was worth it.

In other news, I'm dying to leave for sowo already!! Can it be Thursday already?

I also forgot to add there is -.5 camber on both rear wheels and -2 on the fronts. It's funny that it almost looks postive after running -4 for a few months but the car feels so much better with the custom beam in.

[Dutch]

Have you picked up the single chamber lights yet? I actually think they will suit this thing down to the ground! ....Which with the ride height isn't too far to go... But I'm trying to compliment it... I'll stop. No homo.

[GTIKole.]

Have you picked up the single chamber lights yet? I actually think they will suit this thing down to the ground! ....Which with the ride height isn't too far to go... But I'm trying to compliment it... I'll stop. No homo.

Not yet. Maybe this weekend if Jamie brings them with him for the OE booth. But I agree I think it will bring it all together with the single chambers.

[GTIKole.]

Got home from SOWO yesterday evening. Jess and I had a great time with everyone.
I finally got my OEM Hella Single chamber headlights with rheostats Thanks to Jamie at Orchid Euro. Next step is to find everything to get the rheostats working. Also picking up a daily this week so the mk3 can go back to being a true project.

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