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I have a hard time seeing how the steel skin would be more prone to corrosion, keeping in mind how a restored coupe usually is driven nowadays. The steel skins were of high quality (at least back in 2014-2015) and fit over the door frame like a glove, probably one of the best W&N panels that I...

Yes I did, but I used steel skins, not aluminium. More factors at play when using aluminium skins, corrosion risks are high if not done properly so I went the safer route. As you say, not a big difference in weight between steel and aluminium skins, but the CSL-factor is a thing, of course.

Hah, the fuel was just shy of 2,5€/litre over here last weekend, so close to 10€/gallon. And our roads are full of potholes as well.

I have the W&N exhaust (same as fritz, right?) and I wouldn't call it tinny in any way. Compared to the e3 steel exhaust, I'd say the W&N exhaust has an even deeper tone at idle, and a little more high pitched at higher revs, either way, I'm very happy with the sound.

Bo, I've never done anything special when starting cars that have been sitting for a longer while/years. The e9 always sits for half a year in the garage, I start it just as I always do. Can't imagine it would be a big difference between 6 and 12 months. The fuel should be okay, at least the...

@BarryG runs: Toyo R1R 215/45/16 front 225/45/16 rear 16x8 & 16x10 bbs rs My guess is that your front 8,5" will be too wide, and after that it comes down to having very exact ETs, there won't be much room to play with in either direction. Can you post a picture or two of your wheels? .

Welcome and congrats, it's a lovely coupe you just bought!

Here's the link: https://e9coupe.com/forum/threads/72-csi-golf.38567/

Yes, we've been working with NATO for a long time, also been participating in NATO excercises and meetings etc. But just as I anticipated: https://www.newsweek.com/russia-threatens-finland-sweden-nato-ukraine-invasion-1682715

Yeah, I'm in a minority in Finland that's positive to NATO. Currently (or should I say January 2022) only 28% was for a membership. In my opinion we should have joined a long time ago. Right now it's probably too sensitive and it would give Russia a great excuse to "protect" their interests just...

The constant, albeit pretty small and under the surface worry about our neighbors suddenly became very real over the last couple of days. Talks about what happened 1917 as a mistake isn't great news for us. If Putin is ready to do that to Ukraine, there's no telling what the next steps might...

I have Bilstein HDs on the e3 and e9. The e9 have H&R -40mm springs up front and some other lowering springs at the rear, this makes for a very "tight" ride that some could find a little harsh, you can feel small bumps/imperfections in the road etc. The e3 uses, what I believe to be...

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If you haven't already, you could always send Gerrit an email, his email is on the first page of this thread. If he can't help, you'll have to keep your eyes open on various for-sale sites around the world. Here are a couple of pics of them installed in my coupe: I love them, comfy and sporty.

https://e9coupe.com/forum/threads/changing-my-speedometer-from-mph-to-km-whats-wrong.23254/post-173860

Yes, but that's too simple, and they're 40cm :D

Thanks! I bought the plates from ebay, and just as you suspect, I haven't driven it since I installed them. I have the same plates on the coupe, and they work great for me and my purposes (looks/stance and keeping the wheels away from the front wheel arches) You need to adjust the toe after...

Small update on the coupe, @Wladek has helped me with creating a better driving experience, I've always thought that the steering wheel is a bit too far forward for me, don't know if it's the Scheels or just my body. So he made me a super sweet spacer that goes between the hub and wheel...

The rear diff was extremely dirty and leaking from all seals, the drive shaft boots were also about to die at any time, so took it all down for a refresh. After degreasing and new seals: Some light paint, trying not to overdo it. New boots and fresh grease: Going back in: And...

Been tinkering with the sedan the last couple of months. A quick update on the progress: Installed negative camber plates since the positive camber was too obvious in the front. Camber pretty close to zero after installing the plates: Had some problems with the temp on the warmest days...