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I’ve read a couple posts and that has been mentioned a few times. I’ll see what can be done. It seems like it’s misfiring when idle, some loss of power then back up again. Getting it checked for some codes to see what that could be. Drives as smooth as silk in gear especially on some tarmac.

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Okay so hear this… my car literally plays a the beat from Mad Max: Fury Road. I have attached a video but if that doesn’t work I’ll edit a YouTube video link so anyone can listen. *clutch in* sound stops *clutch out* sound starts 1.2 HTP manual AZQ engine

@Rum4mo, thanks, I’ve been rushing replies and not including everything. But rest assured I have changed the bearing too! I have my old parts I’ll take some photos and show you guys how bad they were! Now I’ve got the stabilisers, I’ve seen where they are and I’m sure I could fit them myself if I can find a no16 spanner. Which they never include in the sets… also my engine mgmt light came on immediately after an oil change. The dude reset it but it’s come up again. My engine is running rough, maybe an overfill? But let’s get to that once I’ve sorted the suspension out. also thanks all for the responses I’ve read them all, the Meyle links do look good but I went with Febi as I have for pretty much every suspension part this year. They did look bloody strong though. Extra thanks to the guys that really took time to explain. I have read through it all.

So I done some digging on the net and the rumbling could be the gearbox mount under the engine, will try lift and double check today. Also am going to double check my stabiliser links and what not since I don't think they've been changed yet. The gearbox mount It seems like I could do with a No16 socket and I have a torque wrench if it's really necessary. I need to get the tracking done but I wanted to sort the stabiliser links first before I do that... Here is a screenshot of what I wanted to pickup. Please advise if it's overkill or better to change it all.

Just got the parts today and had them fitted. Dropped off at garage at 2pm and collected at around 4:30 was charged £150 for labour. I need to get the car tracked and wanted to know what that process really is. Also, knocking and groaning from steering at low speeds and when parking up, since I just changed the following; see photo attached Listed; 2X FRONT SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM / WISHBONE LEFT AND RIGHT 2X FRONT OUTER BUSH LEFT AND RIGHT 2X FRONT TIE ROD END OUTER LEFT AND RIGHT 2X FRONT TIE ROD JOINT / INNER LEFT AND RIGHT It also does still knock when I'm going over rough roads and that is getting really unpleasant, and im sure the vibrations aren't good for anyone. Any advice or pointers would be grand! I would take it for tracking but I feel like something else needs changing before I do that so just wanting to get everything out of the way.

Hey, Thanks so much for the help, it's exactly as you said. Thanks!

Hello all, I am getting a few parts for the 1.2 htp AZQ petrol fabia 6y2. I have ordered this from eBay; 273790090994 As well as a top strut mount and a coil since mine snapped! The Chap has asked if my car has power steering. Which I confirmed. Then he asked what type of rack ends I'd need, which I am not sure of. He said something about steering rack made by SMI-Koyo which could have meant SMI or Koyo? I'm not well versed in this at the moment. If anyone had a clue I'd appreciate the help. Many thanks!

I think I am having a similar problem, my key does unlock and lock all doors except the back 2, so coming in with passengers I'll have to open the front doors then manually open the back two from the inside. When it comes to locking i'll have to remind the passenger or myself to push down the locking button and it locks well. Not too much of a nightmare but it does get annoying. Any tips on what might be at fault please let me know.

I've picked up some 5w40 oil (Comma XFPD5L 5L X-Flow Type PD).

The time has come. looking for any advice and any part numbers for a DIY service. So far I have fitted the new Cabin and Air filter. Onto the new oil and its filter. Then the fuel filter to and spark plugs to finish off. I'm avoiding draining the oil until I can confirm that I have the correct sump plug. The one I bought from autodoc doesn't seem to have a torx head like the posts here have suggested it has. Here is a link for the sump plug i have, along with the other service parts; Sump plug - 9868304 <-- i think this one is wrong as it doesnt have the torx head but it should still work? Air filter - 8000957 Fuel filter - 963979 <-- autodoc and this one below from amazon but i think it was the wrong one I will see when I get under. https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B005NFYVCU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Cabin Filter - 8001131 Spark Plug - 8315423

Thanks for your comment though.

Yeah Ive got to get to the brake shoes and give the drum a good clean so these do have to come off today. I work as a courier so getting back on the road with a car that doesn't scream is essential.

Nope, it seems too far gone now. Ive seen a few tools that remove the screw but its far too late now to run around shopping, and it's getting dark.. Any hail Mary's that could get this out ?.

Nice one I'll give it a whirl now.

And, Ill try a flat head, i have a decent toolbox, so hopefully its not gone. And what youre saying is, if I get the screw removed, I could leave it out since the drum is held in by other bolts... please elaborate... thanks!

on another episode of just my luck... put everything back together to go halfords to pickup some stuff, returned to finish the job... Lo and behold i have managed to strip the screw. I must've tightened them about 5 degrees t0o tight. What are my options here, once i get this out i will be beating it up for ruining my day.

They're really noisy and squealing and making that horrible noise bad brakes do. Im thinking to get some brake cleaner and give that a go see if its just some dust and dirt thats caught up. how do my drums look too...

Pic 1 Driver Side drum and shoes, Pic 2 passenger side drum and shoes. the shoes look like they have good tread? or is it worn. measurements for brake pad on shoe is about 5mm on both sides Now to confirm; is it wise at this point to change both shoes and drums, these do look quite old. Also, what is the minimum pad i would need on the brakes. Thanks in advance for anyone that responds the help is appreciated.

no my bad, I didn't realise what the job truly was until watching a few videos. Thanks for the link anyway, going to have a look at the drum too in the morning if the weather gets a bit better.

Hey, thanks for the reply, i have seen and added the brakes to my basket, does anyone know the usual cost of labour to fit both sides on the rear side, seems as tho the previous owner cheaped out and didnt get them changed before selling... Also, any cheaper ones that I could get 2 sets for under £100?

lovely runner, I wonder if i could get some more power in here.

Hello all, thanks for taking a look down here, I am getting an awful symphony of screeches from my brakes, After changing the strut bearing I had a good look at the discs and pads at the front and they look A-OKAY so the only suspects left are the rear brakes. Mechanic also suggested that its the rear, and now that I have driven around in the city, noise bouncing off windows and walls... I concur. So, I've come here to ask; What do I need? Whats the cheapest set? Are there any long lasting more expensive sets? I am not looking to fix this myself, the youtube video swiftly disheartened my DIY nature. Unfortunately I do not have even 1/4 of the tools the guy had. Please feel free to send any links, product codes and websites I can get some parts from, I will be buying they and taking them to the man with the tools. Also, just done my first 1500 miles the other day, also fitted a double din touch screen stereo with aux and bluetooth (Sony). Ibz - London - UK

Hey, what does the red switch do... I wanted to install spot lights/ Fog lamps onto my Mk1 Skoda and was thinking to setup the blank buttons to turn it on. looks like that will be the end result

Thanks all for the info, Oh okay thanks, the previous owner states it was serviced but cant trust his word since theres no receipts... Oh i see, its a slight nuisance so I'll see what i can do. Yeah its terrible, I'll upload a photo once its on the ramp. Picked up an AM (aftermarket) part so lets see how long it lasts... Mechanic said he would have to cut off the stabilisers if theyre rusted, i suggested WD40 and to let it sit for a while so lets see how that goes. Any tips on what to look out for, so far the car is really driving good, only noticeable noise is the aforementioned 'input shaft bearing' so im really glad. Oh wait, and the brakes, they're really singing... I think its a duet now so we'll see who's taken the stage when I have a look at them over the weekend.. Are brakes easy to DIY?