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Old 14 February 2016, 06:15 PM   #1
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Need some insert assistance

After all this time i'm still nor able to tell the difference between inserts... yes kissing 4 is easy but the others...

2 questions

What insert should a 5512 with 2.79xxxx have
What insert is on my 5512

Thx for the help

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Old 14 February 2016, 11:52 PM   #2
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Robby - that is a service insert

What is frequently called the MK3



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Old 15 February 2016, 12:34 AM   #3
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The insert posted in the first post is a service insert. Also, what is shown (first post) is _not_ known a mk3.
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Old 15 February 2016, 02:03 AM   #4
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Robby - your insert - that is a service insert

What is frequently called the MK3 is BELOW



To Clarify:
A MK3 insert next to a service insert for comparison.
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Old 15 February 2016, 03:29 AM   #5
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ok so i need an MKIII ...

thx guys ! let the hunt begin
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Old 16 February 2016, 12:06 AM   #6
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add is up and i'm offered this one
does is seem correct to you ?
price is 800€ (bezel + insert)

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