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Thanks a lot, mk2. Yes, not the best photo..., it’s right where the arrow goes, but there’s another hose obscuring the end. I’ll get delving for replacements although fabricating new is something the mechanic said may be just as doable or even more reliable. And indeed, it does make you wonder what else might be ‘on the verge’!😬 Cheers LT

Hi, Forum..., I don’t suppose anyone here would know if the piece in the photos (on my 3L) is ubiquitous across the range? Is it something I could butcher from another Lupo model? There are multiple chafed/chaffed(?) areas even through to the wire in parts. It’s the segment which terminates in the big round plug at the engine end (red arrow) and is made of 4 individual wires. Strange as it’s all wrapped and contained in the main conduit so how it’s been getting worn away is anyone’s guess. It may explain some dodgy non-starting behaviour so I’m looking to replace it, unless patching each worn bit is likely easier/more original. Happy Saturday!!

Thanks RAB! This is all very helpful in piecing together the best plan of action for peace of mind with the onward work. All the best🙌🏼

Incidentally the mileage is around the 180,000, miles, range🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼

Thank you, mk2! Ok, well the mechanic will be able to weigh up this guidance but hopefully some of the diesel ‘standards’ would be on his check list. I have long read of the guidance against being able to disassemble the block, leading to unpressurised parts that loose integrity. 👨🏻‍🏫 So..., the journey, well, ‘journey’ continues😉

Just re-reading the posts here and was wondering if anyone might know more about the newest member of the family??☺️ I don’t suppose @RAB would have any ideas, as suggested? The 3L is: L3 LUP, in Tornado red..., and it’s service book shows most services around Tunbridge Wells and Eastbourne, and I have a leennnggtthhhhy Excel file of virtually every service item along with mpg and odometer readings..., very complete.., which may narrow down the search. I’m in the process of engaging an *intrepid mechanic to diagnose the smoking problem and wondered if there may be further experienced knowledge out there of where to start. Happy Fridays!!🙌🏼 LT

Something else to ask today.... Would anyone know of a link/site where the workshop manuals might be found? I dug for a long time and found a pdf of the ‘bodywork’ material (in English, whoop!) and a surprisingly lengthy one on tyres for different models. I’m looking for the material on mechanical, repairs/servicing procedures etc. Also, one follow up question: Can the 3L be jacked up or somehow raised to work underneath? Did I read somewhere it’s not possible/advised to do that, or that it depends if it came with a spare wheel/Jack and is, or isn’t, specifically built to do this? Kinda crucial if I don’t own a drive-on hydraulic ramp😬 Discuss x.

Thanks mk2. So would this free version be kind of an impersonation of the ‘real’ product? Fine with me if it works😅 And you’d recommend any old cheapy plug-in? I got the impression the whole ‘system’ is some pricey specialist kit. Any model specifics I need to cater for, especially considering the 3L niche? Cheers!

Morning all... I wanted to ask which VAG-COM/VCDS setup anyone uses, as I’ve seen comments regarding usability being ‘reeeaaaally slow’ on pre’05-ish models, where I now own a 2001 Lupo 3L...., with some fixing up needed. Any help, here, very much welcome. Have a good one!

Well..., I know that some bodywork will be required eventually in certain areas but I trust it wont be anything terminal. Jacking points are a little munched and small bubbling areas here & there. The mechanical side is the priority atm✊

Morning Matty, It was listed online, and happened to be pretty local, which was very lucky. I think the last i saw advertised in the UK was a couple of years back, maybe, and in Edinburgh?! I have my *distance* limits😅. The owners where as nice as pie and, for a private sale situation, you couldn't really hope for better vibes🤞

Hi RAB...., I'm just catching up on Lupo 3L posts, from which I gather you're normally involved with 'guru' levels of advice... If I can ask where you find best to source parts? I've just got hold of a 3L model and understand self-sufficiency goes a long way...., and I've got plenty to learn👨‍🎓

I watched through a lot of those, but still with plenty to see. The film version of the SSP_218 is pretty cool. And it must be my age making me think that millennial video effects and soundtracks seem really dated..., but don’t feel very long ago😅

Thanks again! Don't suppose that Press Pack may end up getting scanned soon......?🤤

OOooh, great! I'll be checking those out for sure. Thanks lupo1🙌