r0ssi_tdi Posted November 18, 2013 Report Share Posted November 18, 2013 Hi Everyone,Been a member on here for a while but only used it for asking questions when looking to buy a lupo/arosa a few years ago.Anyway, picked up a cracking little black Arosa on Saturday, 52 plate on 82k, full service history and runs really well. I drove a couple of Lupo/arosa's before settling on this one. They all had much higher mileage than this and felt very slow and sluggish in comparison, so really pleased. Is there anything I should be looking to get or do to it being a new owner? It's got the service book stamped as having the belts changed at 74k but not receipt, so I'm going to take it to a VAG specialist in my local area to check this is the case. Only problems with it so far is the window regulator arms have broken meaning the metal clamps holding the glass keep coming off the white plastic arms, brake discs have warped due to not being used for a while, and the paint work needs a bloody good polish/wax. It's bog standard also.Thanks Ross Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asiormax Posted November 24, 2013 Report Share Posted November 24, 2013 Ha ha you bought one that I was after. I bought yellow one yesterday.CheersArek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pkrboo Posted December 20, 2013 Report Share Posted December 20, 2013 I'm about to pick up a silver TDI today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elz8462 Posted December 20, 2013 Report Share Posted December 20, 2013 In mines service history it's had a cambelt done at 25k which seems odd to me, I don't know if the previous owner had been ripped off or what but I have no receipt for it in the documents. I just had the auxillary belt done for the first time in it's lifetime at 57k, I think 60-80k is a good estimate for replacing belts so your documents are probably legit at 74k, not all garages seem to give out receipts. If it was on it's way out you'd be able to hear it aswell.I also took mine down to kwik-fit today as they're doing free winter checks if you're interested. I've only had my rosa since July so wanted to know the previous owner had it all set for winter. Mainly to find whether they'd put anti-freeze into the coolant for when it gets colder and things start freezing. It only took half hour and was free so why not.Once you've got the little niggles sorted you'll be much happier with it. Enjoy your new car!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigplum Posted December 24, 2013 Report Share Posted December 24, 2013 (edited) Modern engines need antifreeze all year round , it helps stop corrosion of the internal waterways, sadly Kwikfit will just try and scare you into having work done , I saw a little old lady get conned into having all four springs and shockers replaced on a three year old car! Edited December 24, 2013 by Bigplum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rrdoctoruk Posted December 27, 2013 Report Share Posted December 27, 2013 Modern engines need antifreeze all year round , it helps stop corrosion of the internal waterways, sadly Kwikfit will just try and scare you into having work done , I saw a little old lady get conned into having all four springs and shockers replaced on a three year old car! must admit mot places are getting a bit like that, took my wifes car in, 3yrs old they say springs need replacing because they are rusty????????? started to take the pee out of the guy and said must be a warranty job then as surley they must last longer than 3 yrs and 15000 miles, being genuine parts and all, didnt like that especially as he said no and then i said you must be putting inferior parts on new cars then!!! lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0ssi_tdi Posted December 29, 2013 Author Report Share Posted December 29, 2013 (edited) Well I'm a month or 2 in now and absolutely loving it! I've learnt you don't need to go fast to enjoy and love a car!Carried out a full service yesterday, oil, oil filter, fuel filter, air filter and although there is no difference to the car in how it drives, I feel happy knowing it's got fresh VW supplied Quantum oil and new filters. Next on the list is gearbox oil, pollen filter, brake fluid and coolant. Something I've noticed is the brakes aren't up to much. I'm getting my Arosa mapped in the new year but want to sort the brakes before doing so. They feel very spongey so assumed a fluid change might help this, along with some decent pads. Is it possible to get braided lines too? As my clio really benefitted from them in terms of pedal feel/response. Is it just a case of the car wasn't built for performance and that's the way it is or are there modifications to be made?Also, massive thank you to Dblock for his "how to" on the oil and filter change! Edited December 29, 2013 by r0ssi_tdi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richie7Rich Posted December 29, 2013 Report Share Posted December 29, 2013 Hi rossi I came about some braided lines on eBay earlier looking for things for my arosa. I certainly noticed a difference when I did a brake upgrade on my golf. My brakes on my arosa are also not that brilliant new lines and brake fluid will be my first port of call. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0ssi_tdi Posted December 29, 2013 Author Report Share Posted December 29, 2013 Cheers Richie, Il look at some new lines and fluid then for sure! There's lots of things I'm going to look at, EGR delete, cruise control, remap etc..! I'm all about saving for fuel so anything in the MPG category and I'm up for giving it a try! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dblock Posted December 29, 2013 Report Share Posted December 29, 2013 I didn't fit braided lines but I fitted Ibiza cupra calipers and carriers. So it makes the disc size 280mm give you thicker pads and better pad choice. Downside is you have to run 15" wheels all year as 14"s are to small. Brake bleed will help no doubt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jon_273 Posted December 30, 2013 Report Share Posted December 30, 2013 I fitted braided hoses all round on mine. It was an incremental improvement since I did the front and rear at different times. I wouldn't go out my way to do it again really, not really needed for normal driving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0ssi_tdi Posted December 30, 2013 Author Report Share Posted December 30, 2013 Yeah i guess there is that argument. For normal day to day driving its probably not necessary for any brake upgrades, but ive found myself at cruising speeds of 30-40mph a couple of times and needing to brake suddenly for animals running out in front of me ( i live in a rural area ) and it feeling very spongey. I guess im just looking for more confidence when braking in general.Fluid change will only take an hour or so, so hoping that will firm up the pedal a tad... Watch this space! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted December 30, 2013 Report Share Posted December 30, 2013 I'm running an entirely standard braking system on the TDI, I changed the fluid/drums when I got the car and they are absolutely spot on.I did the fronts a few months ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0ssi_tdi Posted December 30, 2013 Author Report Share Posted December 30, 2013 Thats good enough for me then.Il be buying some new fluid and giving the brakes a proper bleed. Car is on 84k, im guessing theyve never been done.What are the tried and tested methods/mods on these to try and squeeze a bit more mpg out of them?Any input appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dblock Posted December 30, 2013 Report Share Posted December 30, 2013 Been doing a few things to up mpg. 2 stroke makes the engine cleaner. Pulse and glide from 70mph jump on clutch roll till 55mph foot to the floor till back at 70mph then roll till 55mph seems to be more efficient than traveling at 60mph and it's getting me really good mpg. Foot to the floor and up hills is best since the car is most efficient at load. I drive home late so it's no problem for me. Also my grill block had helped get the car up to temp quicker abd keep it there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0ssi_tdi Posted December 31, 2013 Author Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 (edited) Been doing a few things to up mpg. 2 stroke makes the engine cleaner. Pulse and glide from 70mph jump on clutch roll till 55mph foot to the floor till back at 70mph then roll till 55mph seems to be more efficient than traveling at 60mph and it's getting me really good mpg. Foot to the floor and up hills is best since the car is most efficient at load. I drive home late so it's no problem for me. Also my grill block had helped get the car up to temp quicker abd keep it there.Dont mean to be a smart arse, but Is that not a contradiction? Edited December 31, 2013 by r0ssi_tdi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dblock Posted December 31, 2013 Report Share Posted December 31, 2013 (edited) You would think it but no. For a few reasons. Your getting the highest efficiency in a diesel at 80-100% throttle. Because your making the car work each drop of fuel is being used is doing more work if that makes sense. You are off the throttle a lot more too. So let's say you accelerate for 8 seconds I'm gliding for 15. My mpg is deffo up since using it. Edited December 31, 2013 by Dblock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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