FabiaGonzales

Diesel's are usually designed with much better supporting components and are a stronger engine to begin with, op is probably better off doing an engine swap first to something a bit beefier out of the box, maybe a 1.4 engine if he could get hold of one. There's an EA211 1.5 TSi which are stock 128 or 150 hp depending on the car spec. The 1.2 TSi (90bhp) comes with a 5 speed manual, which is rated 200NM, stage 1 remap already takes it to 215-230NM, stock 160. The 110bhp version comes with a 6 speed manual, which iirc is rated 250NM, with a remap it's still within specs. If he's got the DSG model, then that's good for 250NM too. Obviously those are just ratings, and they can last fine with higher torque, but with the increased risk of potentially catastrophic damage. I've seen a stage2 remapped fabia (pushing 160hp/250nm on the 5 speed) dump its gearbox across the road when racing between lights, not a pretty sight.

Hate to say but that won't last long. Not to mention how many other parts you will need to change out to support it. Near gearbox, new clutch, new intakes, injectors, exhaust etc. Try first the small things, poly-bushes on the wishbones (control arms), lowered suspension, stage 1 remaps, they take it to 130~ hp and are already on the edge of gearbox/clutch ratings. Lowering springs; (if its auto you need the other set thats meant for the heavier engine/gearbox) https://www.dpmperformance.co.uk/car-parts/skoda/fabia/eibach-30mm45mm-pro-lowering-suspension-springsfabia-nj-10-10tsi-12tsi-082014 Control arm front bush; SuperPro SPF1915K Control arm rear bush; PowerFlex PFF85-1202 You can get a SuperPro rear bush, but i'm unsure on part number, i've got the superpro/powerflex combo on my control arms and it made a HUGE difference to the feel of the car. Smoother and more responsive at the same time, make sure you get it realigned/tracked after having those done though, it slightly alters the alignment.

Thanks, ill have a look at it tomorrow when there's a bit more light. I'll probably head off to Doncaster's Skoda and ask if they've got one, or ring them first would probably be a good idea! The arm-rest has zero use for me when in normal position, i'm 6'4 and it makes it very awkward to use the handbrake, and uncomfortable to change gears. Only benefit is on m/way journeys, but most of the time i forget it's there and therefore it's in the upright position all the time. And i consistently smack my elbow on it when applying the handbrake... It serves no good use for me, only a painful obstruction.

Hi all, long time lurker but only just decided to register recently, I've a Fabia MK3 SE L which i bought second hand. It came with the center arm-rest which unfortunately for me is doing nothing but causing damage to the nerves in my elbow! Has anyone a guide on how to remove it and is there any part that you can buy to cover the hole? I am willing to do a swapsies with someone who wants the arm-rest? Cheers