Everything posted by Noms
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Tyres for RS...
Where are you getting them from? My current tyres are 225/35/19, and PS4's are not available in this size..?
- Chameleon tint
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Induction kit
What gains were you looking for from an Induction kit? It may be that something else is more suited eg https://www.pedalbox.com/en/
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CookieMonsterVRS
Would love to see some photos please
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Marmite subject.
Fit a dump valve
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First tuning thoughts..... ??
Pedal Box I would buy online from the official website: https://www.pedalbox.com/en/ Fitting is dead easy, it takes around 15 minutes, there are videos online as well as detailed instructions included. Trust me, you will certainly feel the difference.
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Recommendations for a remap? 1.6 Octavia Greenline III
Have you checked with the usual RacingLine and Revo? Those 2 seems to have the best reviews.
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Advice needed please
Have you had it plugged in for diagnostics? Is it a mk2 or mk3 Octavia? You're probably aware this is a mk3 forum.
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Puncture rant
Mate, I feel your pain. My Tyre Pressure Warning has been coming on for the rear drivers side tyre too, I keep topping it up, but will have to get it replaced next week too. Is changing one ok, or should both be done at the same time? I know that is advised on smaller cars, but not sure for the Octy's. These tyres don't come cheap! (mine are 225/35/19)
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Fuel Filter Frequency (TSi)
Thanks for the replies. Wouldn't the filter get 'clogged' by it's filtering process? In my mind, all filters would need changing at some point.
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Fuel Filter Frequency (TSi)
How often should it be replaced?
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Fuel Filter Frequency (TSi)
At what frequency should the fuel filter be changed on a petrol car? It's not listed as part of the service at any frequency by Skoda, so I would assume it's not yearly?
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I stuck with the Octavia VRS MK3
Very sorry to hear of this. What mileage has the engine covered? I've heard the EA888 G3 should be good up to 200k with regular oil changes etc Do you think the Stage 3 had anything to do with it, extra pressure on the engine?
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Mk3 OCTAVIA CHROME GRILLE SURROUND WARP IN 3M GLOSS BLACK
Looks nice, I wonder how permanent it would be. Wouldn't it be less hassle just to replace the grill with a black one?
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- black
- black vinyl
- chrome delete
- grill
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Air induction kit for Octy TSI
If you want to improve your throttle response and make the car more 'fun' to drive, get one of these: https://www.pedalbox.com/en/
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Audio Upgrade (Speakers)
This is the SubWoofer I went for (with built in amp): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pioneer-TS-WX130DA-Car-Amplified-Subwoofers/dp/B078PHCHSW The speakers were these: https://www.amazon.co.uk/JBL-Stage1-621-Coaxial-Speakers/dp/B07Y5DRS5G The speakers come with built in tweeters, so I didn't mess around with changing the ones in the A pillars, they still work as before and compliment the sound.
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First tuning thoughts..... ??
https://www.pedalbox.com/en/ As I said, the Pedal Box made my car a hell of a lot more fun to drive. In fact, I'll probably fit one on my current car too. With regards to an Induction kit with a cold air feed, I chose the RacingLine 600: https://www.racingline.com/air-intake-r600-r600evo I guess the difference it makes depends on what engine you have. The throttle response on my VRS has improved greatly; the air flow into the engine is amazing, I can hear it flowing in and hear the Turbo working too. I'd previously fitted a BMC Induction Kit to a VW Golf I had, and once again, it made a huge difference. Others might not have had the same experience, but that's because it depends on your set up and choice of kit. An induction kit with an open air filter will draw in hot air and be counter productive, however a cold air feed certainly does make a difference. I would say your first port of call should be a Pedal Box, and TBH that's probably all you'll need.
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First tuning thoughts..... ??
The first performance mods I made on mine was an Induction kit, the Remap is still to come. Have you looked into a 'PedalBox'? I had one on my BMW 5 Series, and it makes the car a lot of fun to drive.
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Amundsen MiB1 Firmware Update process
Thank you for this guide. Where did you get the Zip file from for the upgrade?
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Audio Upgrade (Speakers)
I upgraded the sound system in my Octy VRS by replacing the speakers with 6.5" JBL Stage 1621 and added a Pioneer TS-WX130DA underseat subwoofer. It's made a considerable difference, and didn't cost much.
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VRS 230 limited edition
Looking at the used car market, it's probably worth anything between £13-15k right now
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Photographs of Past Cars...
A few pics of my second car (also a VW): 'Recaro' seats, uprated suspension and ARB, Induction kit and Super Sprint exhaust. It was a lot of fun to drive. I bought the car for around £800, drove it everwhere, modded the hell out of it, and sold it 10 years later for £800.
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Preface lift heated steering wheel
Where's the switch for the heated steering wheel?
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Simply Clever Features
I'm sure most of us have the 'Ticket holder' on the windscreen. I also have the 'Multimedia holder' which actually is great, as is the 'double sided boot liner' (carpet/rubber), and 'Bag Hooks' in the boot. My VRS 230 also has a 'High-Vis holder' under the drivers seat, which I have repurposed to hold a Leatherman tool. Does everyone have the 'Button operated folding of rear seat'? Mine does. And I'm sure that all armrests should have the 'Jumbo Box' too. I think that makes 7 features that my Octy has. The 'Integrated funnel in lid of windscreen washer tank' seems useful; I wonder if it can be retro fitted?
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Simply Clever Features
I thought this was good read: https://www.msn.com/en-gb/cars/news/24-of-the-best-skoda-simply-clever-features/ss-AATi7Bo How many of these has your Skoda got?