Sarahs Lupo Posted August 20, 2022 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2022 (edited) UPDATE: Ok so another year another Oil change. Finally got around to doing it. In the process of moving house so timing has been difficult. Mileage 169,100 ish still going strong also got a chance to look over my new exhaust from the MOT I did notice my coolant was low so went to top it up and the damn thing was on solid.. not even a hammer and chisel could shift it.. tried so many things to not damage it until the inevitable happened .. so i have ordered a new one and will get this one off without caring about damaging it. pictures below of the elite garage set up ha ha even had some new holts brake cleaner Edited August 22, 2022 by Sarahs Lupo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarahs Lupo Posted August 23, 2022 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2022 Got a new cap turnt up today. shame I will lose the little VW badge but hey Ho in the scheme of things what can we do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ObjectiveAway Posted August 24, 2022 Report Share Posted August 24, 2022 Great! I love your persistance to post all these little upgrades, and repairs. Why is there a shallow groove in middle of all turnable caps? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarahs Lupo Posted August 24, 2022 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2022 2 minutes ago, ObjectiveAway said: Great! I love your persistance to post all these little upgrades, and repairs. Why is there a shallow groove in middle of all turnable caps? Thanks. I like to keep it updated incase it appeals to anyone and the trials and tribulations that these little cars have. I hope if I was to ever sell it. The owner could check the cars history in my ownership. the grove I think must be a special tool incase it gets stuck like mine. I have tried a screwdriver but didn’t budge so I will attempt again on Wednesday as I need the car today and don’t want to be stranded at home if something went wrong. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mk2 Posted August 24, 2022 Report Share Posted August 24, 2022 The cap doesn't actually need to be tight at all. Not even finger tight. There's an "O" ring that slides into place when you screw on the cap. 👍🏻 But what is important is that the "O" ring has some silicone lube smeared on it just before refitting. I've seen twisted or trapped rings that stop the system from pressurising and then the engine overheats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarahs Lupo Posted August 24, 2022 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2022 2 hours ago, mk2 said: The cap doesn't actually need to be tight at all. Not even finger tight. There's an "O" ring that slides into place when you screw on the cap. 👍🏻 But what is important is that the "O" ring has some silicone lube smeared on it just before refitting. I've seen twisted or trapped rings that stop the system from pressurising and then the engine overheats. Yeah not sure why it’s tight. Never happened before. Can’t remember the last time I needed to top it off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lupo 1.7sdi Posted August 25, 2022 Report Share Posted August 25, 2022 On 8/24/2022 at 11:12 AM, Sarahs Lupo said: I have tried a screwdriver but didn’t budge Try with a rectangular rod not round. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarahs Lupo Posted August 25, 2022 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2022 7 hours ago, lupo 1.7sdi said: Try with a rectangular rod not round. Hit it with a hammer and screwdriver. mission accomplished Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarahs Lupo Posted August 30, 2022 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2022 UPDATE: So managed to achieve a quick few things this weekend which were never planned. Some of you will hate this but it works for me. Start with the good news first... been forever but secured a cheap cup holder so now my wife and i can enjoy a starbucks together haha! Cant believe i didnt sort this years ago! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarahs Lupo Posted August 30, 2022 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2022 Secondly - i havent used my back seats in years, sometimes they are up for show.. but most of the time they are down. shopping, tip runs etc. so saw a guy on facey wanting some back seats so i did a swap and got some front seats from a GOLF ! i didnt have much time to give the car a proper clean or the seats a vac but they are in.. and i am loving it. Soooo much more comfy... and actually a lot lower... they can both go up and down, and even have lumbar support adjustment.. so very posh also proper headrests soo i am well chuffed.! In the future i will be flat boarding the rear like a van as it suits me, and with a house move and renovations it will become invaluable. In theory i should sell and buy a van but i cant part with this little beauty! Couple of pics. once in the new place ill do a proper clean up again as per previous attempts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mk2 Posted August 30, 2022 Report Share Posted August 30, 2022 I like this comment. There are purists who only take the car out when the weather is perfect, and those of us who use the car as a regular daily, dings, scratches and minor bumps all in a decade's work... The car is there to be used, so what the hell, enjoy it everyday! 👍🏻 With only front seats, it truly becomes a work machine. Excellent! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarahs Lupo Posted August 31, 2022 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2022 13 hours ago, mk2 said: I like this comment. There are purists who only take the car out when the weather is perfect, and those of us who use the car as a regular daily, dings, scratches and minor bumps all in a decade's work... The car is there to be used, so what the hell, enjoy it everyday! 👍🏻 With only front seats, it truly becomes a work machine. Excellent! To be honest if i had an old classic car that might be the case , but lets be real the car is £500 at best. i love it for what it is , and i will always do my best to take care of it but it wont stop me from using it how i want to use it . it will never end up a chav mobile , just an honest reliable useable car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razvan3311 Posted September 4, 2022 Report Share Posted September 4, 2022 hello, I also have a problem with my lupo 1.7 sdi, sb23 fuse keeps burning, do you have any idea what it could be? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
decvalts Posted September 5, 2022 Report Share Posted September 5, 2022 On 8/24/2022 at 9:12 AM, Sarahs Lupo said: Thanks. I like to keep it updated incase it appeals to anyone and the trials and tribulations that these little cars have. I hope if I was to ever sell it. The owner could check the cars history in my ownership. the grove I think must be a special tool incase it gets stuck like mine. I have tried a screwdriver but didn’t budge so I will attempt again on Wednesday as I need the car today and don’t want to be stranded at home if something went wrong. I love this thread. You'd definitely find a buyer on here if you ever decided to sell it... 😉. My own SDI is only on 90k and mechanically sound (after a lot of work..) but doesn't look half as good body-wise as yours 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarahs Lupo Posted September 5, 2022 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2022 36 minutes ago, decvalts said: I love this thread. You'd definitely find a buyer on here if you ever decided to sell it... 😉. My own SDI is only on 90k and mechanically sound (after a lot of work..) but doesn't look half as good body-wise as yours That’s very kind of you 90k is not even run in! I have a different front bumper and indicator panel to instal once I move into my new place so it should tidy up the front, and if I’m honest I need a front wing at some point as rust has started to bubble. Obviously I’ll update when this gets sorted. The weather seems to be on the change so I’ll be glad to get into a double garage very soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarahs Lupo Posted September 20, 2022 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2022 UPDATE: Hit a cool milestone today 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarahs Lupo Posted January 1, 2023 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2023 Nothing new to report really. Ticking along nicely, managed to squeeze 33.89L Into my diesel tank and emptied it in around 440 miles which is the most I have stuck into the tank and the most amount of miles. It’s around 64mpg which is lovely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarahs Lupo Posted March 27, 2023 Author Report Share Posted March 27, 2023 (edited) The time has come to sell the lupo - a growing family means the car will not get used anymore. A replacement VW touran has been bought so this one is up for sale Will get a post up on facebook soon but the particulars are below in case anyone wants to send me a message. 2004 Volkswagen Lupo 1.7 SDI Pros: 4 Previous Owners 2 keys Full Service History New standard full exhaust system All brake hoses changed @ 130k Cambelt changed @ 150k Clutch changed @ 137k New glow plugs @ 146K Various new parts (Drop links, lower arms, arb bushes, ball joints) New brakes all around Potential new pedal box (common issue) Original handbook All tyres have great tread Spare soft blue front bumper Spare soft blue front indicator panel Spare rear drums Cons: Looks Tatty - Most panels have scratches Offside front wheel arch showing bubbling Rear offside quarter has a ding causing surface rust to appear Sunroof only works with engine off Edited March 27, 2023 by Sarahs Lupo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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mk2 Posted March 27, 2023 Report Share Posted March 27, 2023 You'll regret selling... And it's only just run in. SDIs go on for at least 400k miles (with lots of gearbox oil changes). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
decvalts Posted March 27, 2023 Report Share Posted March 27, 2023 I've a feeling your at the other end of the country, which is a relief for my bank balance, and a barrier to me joining the double-SDI club (But ditto I think you'll regret selling potentially, next owner is getting a gem though.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarahs Lupo Posted March 27, 2023 Author Report Share Posted March 27, 2023 i think you both might be right but i have 4 cars already and a little one on the way and its just not feasible unfortunately. i have used it as much as i can for everything i can throw at it but there comes a time when i need to get a larger car and that has happened now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarahs Lupo Posted March 27, 2023 Author Report Share Posted March 27, 2023 1 hour ago, decvalts said: I've a feeling your at the other end of the country, which is a relief for my bank balance, and a barrier to me joining the double-SDI club (But ditto I think you'll regret selling potentially, next owner is getting a gem though.) i am very very south from you - it took me 10 years from my first lupo to get another so never say never Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted March 27, 2023 Report Share Posted March 27, 2023 A tight coolant cap needs the proper tool. It's in your boot, use it.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarahs Lupo Posted March 29, 2023 Author Report Share Posted March 29, 2023 So the end of an era. the lupo is sold thanks to everyone who contributed to the thread. unless the new owner wants to continue this then it can be closed much appreciated everyone 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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