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VRS 245 VAQ Diff Servicing
themanwithnoaim replied to juan27's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
What you didn't know it when you bought the 7 speed DQ381 in you vRS245? -
VRS 245 VAQ Diff Servicing
themanwithnoaim replied to juan27's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
Yep booked mine in for end of August as my Skoda Service Centre are saying only age & not mileage however, they did surprise me. Apparently, the 7 speed wet DSG service mileage is 80k miles & not 40k miles like the 6 speed wet box -
PX valuations - a rant
themanwithnoaim replied to masonic's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
The latest version of TOOTLE then -
PX valuations - a rant
themanwithnoaim replied to masonic's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
Don't really matter what the "hook" valuation is, they'll knock it down about a grand (min) to 1500 at inspection -
@Alex-W I too ran my last pair of front PS4S's down a LONG way (mainly due to lack of supply from lockdown) & they were actually better in dry conditions i swear. BUT & yes its a big but, a torrential downpour morning really reminded me why dispersion of surface water is so important, I didn't need coffee to wake me up that morning I can tell you @roaddetective 1. You can have 235's on 1 axel & 225's on the other 2. Don't go the 235's route on 18" wheels as cost is prohibitively expensive whereas, the opposite is true on 19" 3. As an advanced/defensive driver trainer I'd expect you to know, new tyres should be fitted to the rear axel of a FWD car. Rear-end or liftoff oversteer is an absolute biatch to control unless exceptional well trained & generally, you're expecting it as you're pushing the car so hard, you've gotta expect it. 4. Not entirely sure what development has gone in it the As5's but, the AS3 was a great tyre until, you tuned the car, had more than one personal friend love the AS3 then tuned their car & hated the AS3 from then on. As I say I don't know whether the AS5 has got around this issue as all the tyre reviews I've seen are on stock cars I run the PS4S's in 235 width on a Revo stage 1 tuned 245vRS & the outright performance of those tyres is staggering & is actually more impressive in the WET tread provide.
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Plasti-dipped Skoda Badges
themanwithnoaim replied to DeltaOscar's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
Hmmm I've got the SuperSkoda Monte Carlo (all metallic black) front & rear badges, they've been on the car for very nearly 3 years & still look brand new. So yes expensive but, the quality is worth the price -
Potential new Octavia owner
themanwithnoaim replied to MassiveJim's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
Somewhere in the boot under the liner you'll find the spec sticker for the car, loads of codes that you can check & see the complete optional extras of the original factory build. I'd be surprised if heated leather seats in a 64 plate DIDN'T also have the heated washer nozzles and windscreen -
PX valuations - a rant
themanwithnoaim replied to masonic's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
I was talking socially with the No.2 at one of the largest Lookers Group's Audi showrooms here in Farnborough Hants just before the lock down. He was quite open than they needed to make 1500 quid on the sale of a car & 1500 quid on the purchase of the trade-in so, yeah 3 grand a car. Sounds like a lot, Hmmmm maybe not, say to round the numbers its a 30 grand car I buy new cars, run them for 3 years on a PCP & hand them back, i expect to pay 15 grand total or 5 grand per year Sounds like you buy a 3 year old car run it for 4 years & sell it & buy another, probably lose 7-1/2 grand in depreciation & 3 grand buying selling again or 10-1/2 total or £2,625 per year My dad told me when I was younger, if its tyres or tits, its gonna cost you GLWS of your car, i've tried it before & its not me -
VRS 245 VAQ Diff Servicing
themanwithnoaim replied to juan27's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
Hmmm just got to 30k miles but already had my 3rd service, might have to take a look at this. However, I exercise my diff frequently 😉 & it does seem still to be working -
dtuk fsr+ installation
themanwithnoaim replied to tinman80's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
On the back edge of the connector there's a little locking clip you need to undo, its the same on the DTUK connector so have a look at that 1st -
Meon Hut Meet #85 placeholder but, SOON
themanwithnoaim replied to themanwithnoaim's topic in South East (Central) Meets
Sorry guys, this isn't gonna happen any time soon 1. Groups of 6 maximum 2. The landlord has just signed a new lease so, needs to be cautious 3. The village is full of busy bodies reporting anybody breaking Government advice 4. Lummies (the bikers cafe) has had multiple police visits We can meet in Supermarket carpark, buy sandwiches & beer from the supermarket & generally act like teenagers TBH though, thats not my kinda thing -
Finally got my Octy 4x4 vRS TDi remapped!
themanwithnoaim replied to MTwedVRS's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
4th gear pull, does tend to bring the horses out -
Meon Hut Meet #85 placeholder but, SOON
themanwithnoaim posted a topic in South East (Central) Meets
The West Meon Hut meet #85 A Tuesday to be confirmed but we believe, it could be very soon & yes I've checked & the pub is in a position to open as soon as the Government allow 7pm onwards but, some do rock up early. The place does a range of cheap'n'cheerful food & drinks, its not a dive but, don't expect a classy joint either what is does have is some quick, interesting sections of road & a large carpark. All Skoda & Non-Skoda drivers welcome, partners & children welcome although, being a Car Club it may not be very interesting for them. I'll keep tagging previous attendees to ensure everyone is as well informed as can be although, please pm me to be removed from the list should it become a PITA http://www.westmeonpub.co.uk/ https://www.google.c...82abeebd26a1535 @timyates1989, @Xavier, @Newport91, @JerryT, @shanemeh, @andy68, @64033, @Leeboy, @dsj20v, @skodanorman, @jonbmx900, @mattsv, @JoseDB, @jcarr162000, @ZubSub, @K155BMR, @zouche, @Chris6663, @Toxicvrs, @LiamONeill, @mycoolbeard, @J45ON, @gary80, @Famous_Afro_Jay, @Bowders1, @TeflonTom, @peterhaskew, @carrera85, @146matty, @JackClap, @vrsjub, @pierst1, @fex, @solite, @jjc, @fatwomble, @kennyd32, @High4, @Mike18Clark, @Gambo, @Evans octy no:67/100, @Dave And Lolli, @Horsee, @andras.orban, @octyjosh, @lemonvrs, @Leee, @Carl Monte, @PompeyKev, @pikachu24, @V8 Dave, @Lee01, @Hyphons, @stuartvrs, @Yoss, @tamiyaandy, @hardcorehobbit, @andsoutham, @Tomote, @mk4gtiturbo, @Mustafa, @austenw90, @sigarland1987, @BJB540, @Thorpe76, @VladSoilerOfCarpets, @bullawayo, @Octy 4x4t, @Lingnoi, @Lkim13, @AndrewE, @bspman, @Chelseacraig, @jars, @flashman, @Cydermonkey, @AJ7788, @gjgrst, @JGrindel, @MissPiggy, @Hedge, @jronnquist, @CHRIS ELLIS, @Updown789, @stubunce, @@lexc, @mase101, @Chris245, @Robsskoda -
VRS Larger Diameter Rear Brakes
themanwithnoaim replied to TMac88's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
Yep, the Mk3fl has 310mm ventilated rear discs -
DSG not changing up
themanwithnoaim replied to Ben Frith's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
Search "gear selector park" I can't remember the full story but, quite a few have had this -
DTUK Pedal box part number help.
themanwithnoaim replied to davidp20v's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
All the VAG vehicles from 2014 onwards have the same throttle connector -
Nope but, I know an old MOT Mech. in Bedford, I'll check if he knows of them