Golf Gti 16v Mk3 misfire

[stumpage]

I have a 1997 Golf Gti 16v as a shed to run around in. It has started to misfire after I start it up from hot. Take today for example. Drove to work (4 miles) no problem. Popped to the shops 2 hours later (1.5 miles) no problem. Started the car again after 5 mins and it misfired all the way back to work. Any ideas?

[aka_kerrly]

what have you checked so far?

the ECU relays can be a cheap easy fix for random strange behaviour - get one from a VW dealership an its a 2min job to fit. beyond that coil packs and ignition components should be checked, it only takes a tiny crack in a coil pack for it to start breaking down under load.

[stumpage]

I've changed the plugs, HT Leads, Rotor arm and Dist Cap. So I will give the ECU relay a go.

Cheers