Capri Green in London (Build Thread)

[GTIDamien_407]

Its hard but if you poke it really hard with your finger nail it will move in... But you can paint over it as it is designed to be painted over. And you don't necessarily need primer either.

Thanks alot, I dont really like the stuff im using the texture isnt as nice as the stuff you are using but the finish is the same dries pretty hard. Looks like you're on the final stretch now keep it up she'll be done soon

[veedubv5]

you know the thing i absolutely HATE about build threads like this one?!!!! when you get throught it and get to the last page is heart breaking AMAzing work m8!

LOL..
You know what i hate about thread like this one?....is when it comes to the end and its done and no more work to be done.

Thanks dude / Vortex for your positive comments

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Hello Vortex like to start by saying thanks to everyone and there lovely comments and a big thanks to my brother... Here is an update

The pipes have all been done in black textured paint we had them sand blasted to allow the paint to attach nicely...




Also refurbished the bumpers 2 days sanding smooth 2 coats of primer filler and 2 coats of bumper textured paint to give it the OEM look, no as textured as the VHT Enamel but its not meant to be... New indicators and chrome bulbs...






Thanks guys hope you like

[euro_1.8t_gti]

Moe looks stunning mate love it I been quite and watching all the updates lol but wow what a great job u guys have done looks incredible the bumpers look awesome can't wait once u get them on

[Doogal]

This is looking great! Can I ask where you got the textured paint as im about to the same with my bumpers and trim, been far too grey for far too long.

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Moe looks stunning mate love it I been quite and watching all the updates lol but wow what a great job u guys have done looks incredible the bumpers look awesome can't wait once u get them on

How you doing Arbi long time no speak... thanks for the kind words buddy

This is looking great! Can I ask where you got the textured paint as im about to the same with my bumpers and trim, been far too grey for far too long.

the paint is called APP Bumper paint I got it off German ebay...



hope that helps

[euro_1.8t_gti]

Moe I am doing great thank you for asking . Sold one of my jettas to a good friend of mine I miss it but I get to see it often at least 😃 can't wait to see your car finished and maybe in person once I come visit my cousins in London

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Moe I am doing great thank you for asking . Sold one of my jettas to a good friend of mine I miss it but I get to see it often at least 😃 can't wait to see your car finished and maybe in person once I come visit my cousins in London

Sad to hear you've sold one of the jetta's but at least its gone to a friend who will hopefully look after it... Great to hear your coming to the UK the car should hopefully be finished soon as I want to take it to a couple of shows... would be great to have a fellow vortex member there...

[Volkswageneer1990]

What Primer filler did you use on the bumper? And did you spray on the primer filler in an aerosol or spray gun? I'm assuming you brushed on the bumper paint?

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What Primer filler did you use on the bumper? And did you spray on the primer filler in an aerosol or spray gun? I'm assuming you brushed on the bumper paint?

I sanded down the bumper to smooth / etch the surface so the paint can adhere to the plastic... I used one 1k paint as it comes much thicker therefore allows you to thin it down as you want... In this case I didn't thin it down much to enable it to be primer filler to smooth off the bumper as you don't want two different textured effects on the bumper, just make sure its plastic primer... the primer was just brought from a local supplier... it was all sprayed on with a gun the rattle cans wont spray as thickly and smoothly... and the same for the textured paint don't brush it on and don't use rattle cans you get a much more professional look with a gun... As for the textured paint it reacts and textures as soon as you spray it on... Ive had a few emails and posts about this so I will do a step by step tutorial when spraying the rear bumper just encase this hasn't helped much as its kinda hard to explain...

[Volkswageneer1990]

I sanded down the bumper to smooth / etch the surface so the paint can adhere to the plastic... I used one 1k paint as it comes much thicker therefore allows you to thin it down as you want... In this case I didn't thin it down much to enable it to be primer filler to smooth off the bumper as you don't want two different textured effects on the bumper, just make sure its plastic primer... the primer was just brought from a local supplier... it was all sprayed on with a gun the rattle cans wont spray as thickly and smoothly... and the same for the textured paint don't brush it on and don't use rattle cans you get a much more professional look with a gun... As for the textured paint it reacts and textures as soon as you spray it on... Ive had a few emails and posts about this so I will do a step by step tutorial when spraying the rear bumper just encase this hasn't helped much as its kinda hard to explain...

I understand somewhat, but the step by step tutorial that you speak of should help clear the air on what exactly you did.

In any case the bumper looks brand new!!!

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Thanks mate I was really impressed with how it came out. No probs mate ill do one soon... will keep you updated...

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1st start up without exhaust (sorry the screen is a bit dirty)

[mk2fu]

awesome

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awesome

thanks buddy

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Hello Vortex just another little update showing the car being put back together

The fronts back together


New weather proofing


Also polished up the inside of the doors

Got a cover for the radiator but it didn't suit the engine so I covered it with some grip tape



Also refurbish the toe cover and apron grill



And once again a massive thanks to my big bro the brains behind this build
and our friend John Tracy for this massive help...

[euro_1.8t_gti]

Moe looks great love it.
One thing can you get me a tow hook cover ? I need one bad for my Golf
Let me know

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Moe looks great love it.
One thing can you get me a tow hook cover ? I need one bad for my Golf
Let me know

Thanks mate do you want one like mine or the older model ones? Can you get rear electric window surrounds?

[euro_1.8t_gti]

Moe I need one exactly like yours , send me a picture of the older ones for reference so I know, and u will take a look at the surrounds

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I don't have a picture of one but I know they are different as I've seen one at the breakers and its mounted differently all depends on the year of your car?

there is a guy selling new ones on UK ebay but its on bidding how much would you be prepared to pay? it will cost £10 to post to you from me keep that in mind...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GOLF-MK2-F...item3f1a208efa

can you also locate me some rear electric window surrounds...

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Another update

Put on some sill protection



Also put some protection on the inner part of the door frame to protect from seat belts being thrown at the paint... This might be a bit OTT but after spraying the car i want to keep it protected. plus i think it looks very nice and OEM...

And spent a couple hours clean the car (washed, Aqua waxed, and resin polished )









Hope you like thanks

[veedubv5]

Miles away from you brother, but you doing a great job...See you in two weeks, let me finish enjoying a fine Hungarian Beer Laters

[thebusta120]

So classy

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So classy

Thanks buddy

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another update, this time the rear bumper is refurbished and I've taken step by step pictures to do a tutorial...

Things you will need

from left to right plastic primer, paint thinner, and the APP textured bumper paint


180 grit sanding pads and sander

some cheap standard paint thinner to clean you gun and you bumper before spraying, and of-course a paint gun and compressor is needed...




bumper before
you want to sand it down so its all smooth and even you don't want two different textures on your bumper. after this spray with the 1k primer thin it down with some paint thinner at a ratio of one part thinner to two parts paint... After this is done and dried wet and dry the bumper to smooth off any imperfections...REMEMBER TO CLEAN THE SURFACE WITH A LITTLE BIT OF STANDARD THINNER BEFORE EVERY SPRAY...




at this point give it another goat of the primer at the same ration leave it to dry and then you are ready to coat it in the APP bumper paint
FINISHED PRODUCT








Hope this helps for those of you that messaged me about it... If it doesn't fell free to message or post questions...

[WannabemkIV]

Wow this is a great looking Jetta.

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Wow this is a great looking Jetta.

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muffler fitted, cost us an arm and leg but all custom built and stainless steel with a lifetime guarantee...








hidden 2.5" diesel style tip

hope you guys approve

[Unit01]

Immaculate!

What and how exactly is that radiator cover attached? What did you use to roll those pipes?

[Schümey]

Just read your whole thread.

Awesome progress and a nice project

[Mean 'n Green86]

this car is awesome, the execution of detail in this build is fantastic

[MOTA BOY]

Subscribed!

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Immaculate!

What and how exactly is that radiator cover attached? What did you use to roll those pipes?

thanks buddy the radiator strip come with some high temperature adhesive...

Just read your whole thread.

Awesome progress and a nice project

this car is awesome, the execution of detail in this build is fantastic

Subscribed!

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Hello fellow dubbers

Sorry for the delay but work has taken over, but there has been progress

Firstly managed to source a new grill as the old one wasn't holding the bottom trim properly and had a few scratches etc. And also sourced a new bottom trim that I had painted.
Old


New



And my oil breather reservoir made from a bike water bottle

New winter wheels Ronal LS
Stripped

Primer

Paint but still needs more polishing on the lip...







New brake pressure cylinder

vortex stickers on

Interior



Few bits that came in the post


hope you guys and girls like

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with the daily Polo GTI


Autoglym Clayed and resin polished...






On the way to Players 6.0

At Players got invited into the main Bunker was really happy awesome show



A picture I found online