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suffolkpaul Part of things Retro Free - just a pug 406 with 230k miles on it... Posts: 696	project passat gets the thumbs up..suffolkpaul @suffolkpaul
	Jan 22, 2007 22:36:08 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Blimey is it nearly the end of January ?!?!? in the last couple of months we've moved house, realised we're going to have a baby and managed to get thought christmas on a shoestring..Result! Anyways - we had been thinking of changing my '91 35i passat sallon for something with power steering as the preggo missus cant drive it...but I've missed out on some later passats with PAS on ebay so we thought "better the devil we know", we'll stick with the one we have and see what happens. And...I'm allowed to tinker with it as I also sold my 309gti track car to help fund the move!!!! shes a good lass my missus I know I spoke about all this before but you know how it goes. life gets in the way sometimes. No major plans just lower and wider with some wheels and maybe some paint as its got a few annoying scratches etc.. first question...where can I get 4x100 to 4x108 hub adaptors that don't cost an arm and a leg? also..longer wheel bolts...where from?? cheers all..will keep you posted.
	Last Edit: Jan 22, 2007 22:37:44 GMT by suffolkpaul

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suffolkpaul Part of things Retro Free - just a pug 406 with 230k miles on it... Posts: 696	project passat gets the thumbs up..suffolkpaul @suffolkpaul
	Jan 22, 2007 22:56:27 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	p.s. here she is at present at a genuine 73k miles. having done 23k in the last year needing only 2 services and a clutch master cylinder and front pads. oh and the orange indicators are staying....defo retroness
	Last Edit: Jan 22, 2007 22:57:54 GMT by suffolkpaul

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425ci Part of things Posts: 518	project passat gets the thumbs up..425ci @425ci
	Jan 22, 2007 23:00:29 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	I presume you could retro-fit a power steering set-up from a suitable donor Passat. If you do, don't bother with nice wheels because you know what happens to nice wheels rims when certain people drive your car. Mike :-)
	Current vehicle: Mountfield Mirage 3.5hp (18" cut)

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suffolkpaul Part of things Retro Free - just a pug 406 with 230k miles on it... Posts: 696	project passat gets the thumbs up..suffolkpaul @suffolkpaul
	Jan 23, 2007 19:30:46 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	re the rims...very true.... I investigated the retro fit PAS but i seem to recall its more laborious than you would think. I'm just gettign a cheap set of audi rims..I'm gonna need 4x100 to 4 x 108 adaptors and 20mm longer bolts though. wehre can i get those from ?


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bodieanddoyle Posted hell of a lot cult classic, not best seller Posts: 5,813	project passat gets the thumbs up..bodieanddoyle @boidieanddoyle
	Jan 23, 2007 19:38:42 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	dunno about 108, but IIRC theres some porker adaptors in the for sale section passat's a nice colour too


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dollywobbler Posted hell of a lot Retro Japanese magazine Posts: 6,398	project passat gets the thumbs up..dollywobbler @dollywobbler
	Jan 23, 2007 19:49:04 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	That looks lovely. Has just struck me how unusual it is to see a Passat of that vintage in such fresh-looking condition. Quite a few estates in my village all with plenty of battle scars! I love white lenses but in this case, orange rules.
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magnumpi Posted a lot Posts: 1,550	project passat gets the thumbs up..magnumpi @magnumpi
	Jan 23, 2007 19:59:44 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	These guys sorted me out with nuts for my Cressida so Passat nuts shouldn't be a problem. They are a nice friendly bunch too, and were even interested in what i was up to. They probably do spacers too. www.speedshack.co.uk/
	OAP drifta Volvo 340,Williams power 1960 Beetle twin 40's 1776cc

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Ed Part of things Posts: 600	project passat gets the thumbs up..Ed @ed
	Jan 23, 2007 20:04:39 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	fit my 4x100 to porsche adapters that are for sale get some porsche wheels and lower it subtley ;D
	Last Edit: Jan 23, 2007 20:05:06 GMT by Ed

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hairnet Probably posted too much I AMUSE YOU.....? Posts: 10,998	project passat gets the thumbs up..hairnet @83golf
	Jan 23, 2007 20:32:49 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	fuchs on a passat or gas burners for wtf coolness ;D be mad be passated ;D
	2001 HONDA CT110 (NOT RCV)

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grahamj Part of things Old enough to know better.... Posts: 274	project passat gets the thumbs up..grahamj @grahamj
	Jan 23, 2007 20:55:16 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	we have an L reg 1.8i passat estate, best bloody car i've owned, and ive had 100s, 190k and still as sweet to drive,no rust,so reliable,no surprises!-- just look at the newer ones prices compared to your equivalant ford focus,volvo etc, over-engineered/built to last, wish I could afford a newer model, but I'm determined to get a quarter of a million miles in her!
	Last Edit: Jan 23, 2007 20:57:09 GMT by grahamj 2005 VW T5 Dayvan 1997 VW T4 Dayvan Vauxhall Nova 2 Litre Redtop 1970 Moggy Van.. 94 vw Passat Bus 1985 Vauxhall Nova Base show car 1987 Vauxhall Nova 1.4 16v XE Rallycar

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autohausdolby Kinda New Posts: 1	project passat gets the thumbs up..autohausdolby @autohausdolby
	Jan 24, 2007 9:00:27 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	I love my 35i estate but it is well shafted (the work of the previous owners btw)


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suffolkpaul Part of things Retro Free - just a pug 406 with 230k miles on it... Posts: 696	project passat gets the thumbs up..suffolkpaul @suffolkpaul
	Jan 24, 2007 13:47:49 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	I ideally want an estate but mines going so well there is no real reason to sell it apart from the added practicality. and the boot is still huge anyway! I keep my eyes on ebay an dam looking at a vento at the moment but not too fussed if I miss it. e-dizzle - how much are the porsche adpators ?? I was goign to try the cheapy lowering kits (shocks an dspring) on ebay (the german ones that owrk out at about £200 all in) think its worth a try? 60/40 or 70/50 lowering? Paul
	Last Edit: Jan 24, 2007 13:48:10 GMT by suffolkpaul

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mitch Kinda New Posts: 5	project passat gets the thumbs up..mitch @mitch
	Jan 24, 2007 14:40:54 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	don't want to offend but is a 91 passat a retro car?
	'82 944 Lhasa green

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autohausdolby Kinda New Posts: 1	project passat gets the thumbs up..autohausdolby @autohausdolby
	Jan 24, 2007 16:43:08 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Yep


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suffolkpaul Part of things Retro Free - just a pug 406 with 230k miles on it... Posts: 696	project passat gets the thumbs up..suffolkpaul @suffolkpaul
	Jan 24, 2007 22:53:16 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	mitch said: don't want to offend but is a 91 passat a retro car? ifs its not i can always go elsewhere...


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twinspark Part of things Posts: 25	project passat gets the thumbs up..twinspark @twinspark
	Jan 24, 2007 22:57:10 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Passats are fantastic cars - I've not had a B4 shape or earlier myself, but they've always been on my shortlist when looking for reliable daily drivers. I've had a B5 and currently have a B6, and will more than likely have the B6 facelift when it's time to change it.
	Prius T-Spirit, Alfa 156 Sportwagon, Alfa 75 TSpark Veloce, Mazda MX-5 1.8iS Honda VFR750FT, Ducati 750SS, BMW R100RT, Hongdou GY200

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suffolkpaul Part of things Retro Free - just a pug 406 with 230k miles on it... Posts: 696	project passat gets the thumbs up..suffolkpaul @suffolkpaul
	Jan 25, 2007 11:11:28 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	the 35i is defo retro. it might not be a 70's pile of essex scrap metal with vinyl as far as the eye can see. or a rare little japanese motor. loads of chrome a fantastical revolutionary design or is particularly rare. it might not be quirky, fast or even particularly distintive/attractive - However this is a 16 year old car..19 if id bought one of the early 35i's. it is a very well built, solid car that is practical, comfortable (find another car iwth this much rear leg room for this kind of money..it huge! the 35is has got a personality though, maybe its that front end more so than the facelifted '95 version. and being a VAG there so many things that can be done, transplants of engines, wheels, interiors - the usual. I don't have the funds to do most of these but the good thing is i don't need to. I think its a great practical retro car
	Last Edit: Jan 25, 2007 11:15:13 GMT by suffolkpaul

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rmad global admin Posts: 18,616	project passat gets the thumbs up..rmad @rmad
	Jan 25, 2007 21:14:14 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	It sounds strange, but it appears somehow that VWs make it into Retro-dom faster than other marques. The Golf made it well before the Fiesta. Another thing is, the VW modifiers tend to get on a retro vibe when the do 'em. If it gets bonnet vents, LED washers and a great big spoiler then it won't be retro - if it's slammed over some 15" (or less!) rims then it stays. ;D


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Jez Part of things Posts: 517	project passat gets the thumbs up..Jez @veedubjez
	Jan 26, 2007 10:27:21 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Nice Passat man, looks to be in great shape! Those FK 60/40 suspension kits are reckoned to be very good. I nearly got one before I decided it had to be coilovers for proper slammage. If you want more info check out VWVortex.com, loads of those guys run these kits. They are good cars these. Very solid and reliable. In fact my '91 Passat makes my '97 Accord look shoddy by comparison. And yeah the rear leg room is vast! It only takes a few simple mods to make them look quite cool in an unusual kinda way. Not the kind of car you see modded that often.
	1990 VW Golf GTI G60 2014 Skoda Octavia RS

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suffolkpaul Part of things Retro Free - just a pug 406 with 230k miles on it... Posts: 696	project passat gets the thumbs up..suffolkpaul @suffolkpaul
	Jan 26, 2007 13:46:32 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	rmad said: It sounds strange, but it appears somehow that VWs make it into Retro-dom faster than other marques. The Golf made it well before the Fiesta. Another thing is, the VW modifiers tend to get on a retro vibe when the do 'em. If it gets bonnet vents, LED washers and a great big spoiler then it won't be retro - if it's slammed over some 15" (or less!) rims then it stays. ;D agreed - i have no intention to bling it on 20" phat spinners (wtf did i just say??) re VW's - i think its the designs. the cars are so iconic of the times think mk1 golf, mk 2 golf, think early polo. Its all relative ot the owners age too. I'm 28, thi sis the sor tof car that reminds me of days gone by, family holidays, the sort of car my dad would have bought when i was a nipper! thats retro - its those things that spark off good feelings in your head about good times in your life. thats my opinion anyway.


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