Yeah I think mine were - but whatever was there isn't there now and the other side looks damaged too... will grab some new drop links and linear locks as Conrad suggests as I don't have those...

Looks like some good progress. Going to be a well sorted scoob.

Thanks Nick...

Nice, coming along well mate :)

Shame about the uppipe/turbo stud but that happens. I did my modine top seal recently too as it had been leaking so its probably just an age thing.

Yeah not much could be done - only one stud tho and can be easily replaced so shouldn't effect the sale too much I hope :ok:

Modine seal was real surprise as never had an oil leak on my motor.

Droplinks are bigger concern tho - they are only 2yrs and 2300miles old! Pmsl

2300 miles in 2 years I did that in the last 3 weeks!


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Noticed Whiteline do replacement bushes for the drop links, a cheaper option than a complete new set. Not sure when they switched from yellow to black polyurethane.

Think my Scoob has done 10k in the 5 years I've owned it, things tend to perish rather than wear out, the Passat on the other hand has done 20k in the last 13 months.

Aslong as the middle mounts are the correct size for that bar and are in good condition Undo the clamps in the middle of the ARB , this will centralise the bar . Giving you around 3mm clearance each side ,
Looking at the pics I'd say tho just a guess that the left hand top link bush is worn too

Appreciate all the feedback guys :ok:

Shane I did notice they have changed from yellow to black - good news about the replacement bushes although I fear it may be safer to get the links as it has worn through quite a bit.

Looking at the control arms it does seem the bracket holding the drop links has bent and has a small fracture on it so I would prefer to change these also for peace of mind. Although they are fairly expensive so it will have to wait a bit...

Definitely going to order up the lateral locks for the ARB though :ok:

Well had a chat with Alyn today - ordered up new Hardrace Rear Control Arms, Adapters to change the "C" drop links to straight ball joint ones like the front, new trailing arms, drop links, modine Oil Seal, and Exhaust gaskets..

Hopefully that should sort everything out.............................................ho pefully!

Did you go for the adjustable hardrace lateral arms or normal ones did you also go for whiteline rear droplinks as my hardrace droplinks didnt last so replaced them with whiteline ones .

Yes hardrace adjustable and no went hardrace droplinks as were part of the kit... my whiteline droplinks have only last 4000 miles anyway so interested to see what happens with the hardrace ones :ok:

Very good , will be better , the sti trailing arms (pink set) did the same putting front links on rear

Later models have the same front and rear as standard (straight ball jointed with no C's at the back, I went for the SuperPro ones, here is one undone.
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Well here's the hardline kit that arrived from Alyn today...

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4x control arms
2x trailing arms
2x bracket adaptors
2x ball joint drop links

Also had two new exhaust gaskets arrive and the modine top oil seals...

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Hardrace stuff looks shiny....

Why two modine seals, it only takes one ;)

I knew a mate that wanted one too :ok:

Shinny new bits!!! What you doing exhaust wise Ryan?


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Really not sure tbh Dave - I like my grumble and growl but there is no way it will pass anywhere but Lydden... it needs more thought....

Maybe a cobra track back box which I can swap in and out when needed...

There's a few options, I've got this urge to try an RCM one at some point too lol


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Yeah rob suggested looking at the RCM one....

Shinny bits looking good!!
Will handle great . Exhaust wise if you like your system and save some penny's you could have a bubble style silencer fitted in your centre section . That will Bring it down a couple db

Cars coming along tho !!!

Thanks mate

Looking good mate! I'm installing a cobra track day system (3 inch decat) in a couple of weeks.... more than welcome to meet up to see if it takes your fancy or not?

Put some grease on the silver joints on the hardrace lateral adjustable arms or they will rust like mine .

Cheers Sam, I have the cobra 3" sports cat system at present but would be great to test and see what difference the track system makes... :ok:

:ok:

Well ive re-booked in with Charlie at SRR for Sat 17th 8:45am to get the true power reading for the car. I have a feeling I know what it is but ill wait until its confirmed.

Going forward, looking at 725cc RCM Injectors as these will comfortably take the turbo I have. Could go 835cc RCM injectors for same cost, but don't see the point as its unlikely I will get a bigger turbo in the next year or two.

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Hmm 17th you say!

8:45am Dave :ok:

Hmm has he got room for clio i wonder

Only one way to find out :ok:

I was going to pop over to jim today as was working nearby buy alas i didnt get time.

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that's my dad's 70th mind, but then seeing as I spent my 40th at Charlies I only think it is fair?

oh and I wish I knew you wanted the Hardrace arms, I have an identical brand new set sitting here! amongst many other whiteline and rcm goodies.

Sod's law pmsl!

Drop me a PM with what whiteline and RCM parts u have - especially if it's RCM 725cc injectors or RCM baffled 3" centre section pmsl!! :lol:

Simon, if there's anything left after Ryan has had first dibs, can you PM a list with prices.
Cheers :-D

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More Motul 300v ordered today to put in stock ready for when sump work gets done. Now to look for more brake fluid...

If anyone wants PF600 let me know as I have 3 bottles pmsl :lol:

Looking at PF RH665 or Motul RBF660...

RH665 is the "best" there is..................