johnthomas99

That's a good shout. I may have enough room to free the mounting bolt from the thread and pull back the slider sleeve to release the caliper? I will have to attempt this. Thanks.

Yes, I normally remove the mounting bolts to replace the pads as normal. But I'm thinking there may be way round this so I can leave the caliper on as it appears to be fine other than the hose position. A good point you raise re the piston size. I didn't think to measure it and perhaps I should have done. Something I'll need time look at...

It's an ebay seller. They have agreed to refund me today so I can't complaint really.

I have done that today and they have agreed to refund me. I am looking to leave the caliper on now though, as it appears okay. It's just a pain when wanted to replace the pads etc.

Hi Steve. The hose is in exactly the same position as it was on the original caliper and this was fine. I've taken a couple of measurements since posting and it appears the casting that the hose attached to is slightly taller. Very strange as everything else is perfect. I just wondered if anyone has encountered this before? Pics attached are new NSR caliper vs existing OSR.

Hi Folks, I have a bit if an odd issue with a replacement NSR caliper fitted to my 55 reg Fab Vrs. (Purchased from a renowned ebay seller) The caliper fits perfectly and works as it should but the issue is that the angle of the brake hose prevents the top caliper mounting bolt from coming out due to the hose fouling the loosened bolt. There is no other position for this hose to be, where it bolts to the casting. The first pic is the new caliper showing the fouling hose and the 2nd picture is the OSR caliper showing plenty of clearance. The seller insists this caliper is correct and he has sold over 200 units with no issues. Has anyone come across this problem before? Any thoughts appreciated.

Yes I did consider the Billies'. Many thanks for the reply.

That's great. Many thanks for the link.

🤣 Not sure what you mean!! I like to keep her rolling without spending too much. (Within reason) The KYB's sound like a good option. Thanks. 😊

Thanks for the reply but as a pair, add shipping and thats not that great. They don't appear to ship to the UK apparently! Would normal VRS (Aftermarket) shocks cope with the uprated suspension?

Morning Folks. I own a 2005 Fab Vrs and have an AP 25mm lowered suspension kit fitted. I have a leaking NSR shock and need to replace it but am having trouble locating a matched AP replacement that isn't a fortune to import. Can I fit a standard VRS shock ie will it be 'man' enough to handle sports suspension and if so any recommendations on make/type that won't break the bank? TIA

Thanks for the reply Vindaloo. The hose that fits into the turbo is quite loose inside the turbo housing and the lower hose that fits into the intercooler, the tab is worn through, so I am replacing these hoses with some 'ebay specials'. They appear half decent quality and easy enough to fit. Hopefully this will solve my issue and fingers crossed, improve my mpg.

Thank you Sepulchrave. I was thinking to go this way but thought I should check before making a mistake.

Hi all. I am looking to replace the 4 x intercooler/turbo boost hoses on my 55 reg Fabia Vrs, ASZ engine. (The hoses are a little worn and the pipe connector into the turbo is loose inside the housing) My question is...which hoses should I purchase? Would cheaper ebay hoses suffice or would it be worth shelling out on a set of silicon hoses such as the Creation Motorsport hoses? The car is standard and has a standard SMIC. Thank you. 😊

Okay great. Thanks DieselMonte. I will have a look at this. Appreciate your reply.

Thank you very much for the replies everyone. I guess that answers my question... I don't fancy cutting the bumper return lip the make these fit so it will stay as it is!

Thanks for the prompt reply Sepulchrave. I think I may have found a set of old stock, but I'm not sure if they fit the Vrs? I'm after the part no. so I can check this. Thanks.

Apologies if this has been asked before but I can't find the answer..... Would anyone know the Skoda part no. for rear mudflaps for a Fabia Vrs 2005? TIA.

Just an update on the fuel consumption issue..... I have fitted a MAF sensor (Bosch) and the smoking issue, under hard acceleration, which has always been an issue, has disappeared completely. Also the fuel economy has come back. I also seems to run a lot better. Thank you for your advice.

Thank you all. Appreciate your advice.

Rear brake calipers are fairly new as are the front. (312mm front brake upgrade done recently) so brake are all nice and free. Thanks.

Again thanks for the replies.... I realise short journeys are going to reduce the Mpg but it is mainly dual carriageway work so I guess it's not too bad. Oil and filter changed every 6 - 8 months and air/fuel filters changed around a Yr ago. I have gradually noticed a drop in mpg over a couple of yrs and I suppose but doing the tank to tank test has confirmed its fairly low mpg. I'll go for the Bosch MAF as you recommend as I think it's worth paying the extra for peice of mind, it's such a great car. Thanks for all your help, I'll crack on and replace the Maf and see how things are after.

Thanks for the replies. Yes, the boost leak was my first port of call but I haven't found any issues with the pipes although I had considered replacing them just to be sure. (Expensive business) The car does shortish journeys but is driven gently and mostly dual carriageway to work and back. Consumption issue has got gradually worse, although its stating 44mpg on the dash but I'm defo only getting around 32mpg. Ref the Maf sensor....Can I get away with an aftermarket part or is genuine recommended?

That's brilliant, thank you. I hadn't even considered this as the cause. I'll replace this as soon as I can purchase the part. Many thanks. Appreciate your help.

Thanks for your response Sepulchrave. Is the MAF sensor easy to do and why does it cause these issue? Thanks.