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While the Caddy was away having some work done at Slide Motorsport, we thought we may as well get some parts ready for it's return, everything that could be has been blasted & powder coated by KTS Refinishing. We've tried to stick to the SRS Logo colours to keep a theme and I think it's worked out well. They've turned out so nice it's almost a shame to fit them as they won't be seen. Some parts needed to finish the re-build are still on the van but once it's back they will be sent for doing …

So the front wheels are sorted, but what about getting the power to the back? Obviously there is a rear axle setup available from the Caddy 4-Motion, but this is a beam and uses the leaf springs. OK for doing some occasional green laning (for those of you who are unaware - https://www.glass-uk.org/), but not so good for hitting the track hard! A 4-Motion Caddy with multi link rear suspension is nothing new, with VW Motorsport / Racing Line running one in the VW Cup for quite a few years (See …

Below is a brief rundown of the major build we were involved in for the SRS Automotive - Caddy Van. The vehicle has been in the family for quite a few years now, coming to us with a blown BJB 105bhp Engine (rod through the block - standard!). We swapped in a 2.0 16v PD BKD Engine, initially tuning it to 220bhp & 350Ft/lbs, but finishing off with 340bhp & 435Ft/lbs before Stef decided he wanted to get some Common Rail DSG action after seeing our Arosa! …