[Might this be the best (worst) VRS TFSI dyno ever? Ideas for solutions?]

Bad remap maybe?

 

[Change from a Golf GtI]

I must admit i haven't considered the Superb, I may have to look closer, what version do you have?

 

[Change from a Golf GtI]

A big Hello from me, I haven't been active on here for quite while since I sold my Mk2 TDI. I am currently the owner of a 68 plate Golf GTI Performance, but due to the fact we have another family member on the way (A German Shepherd, no more kids for me!) I am looking at getting a car with larger boot space. I have looking at the late Mk3 VRS 245, and it seems  that i would get pretty much all the options I get in the Golf, but can't confirm if the Octavia comes with Radar Cruise control? Is this an option on the later cars? I may go for a 18 or 68 plate, low mileage version, is there anything else I should be looking for? Many thanks. 

[You are doing it right! The big Skoda Octavia II picture thread!]

All these gorgeous cars and I look at the window at my bog standard boring silver elegance on stilts lol

Just booked her in for tints now. Called insurance company and the want to charge me 86p a mo th extra for tints hahahaha

May have to look as some other ideas. Thinking of painting chrome on grill just can't decide between black or silver?

How much were you quoted for tints? Just rear windows?

[Urgent photo request]

Sorry, Only just seen this. I take it its too late to upload pics for you now?

[Ride height change?]

Has it raised or lowered? Something i've never heard of? Maybe just perception. 

[You are doing it right! The big Skoda Octavia II picture thread!]

Did your car come with the pegasus wheels factory fitted or have you fitted them ?, as there was a sport pack suspension and wheel upgrade which came with the pegasus wheels from the factory it may be the reason why its not dropped as much as expected as the car may be 10-15mm lower already like the vrs .

Yeah, you're right, it came with the Pegasus and sports suspension. Just Wasn't low enough though, although has taken me 12 years to finally do it!

[2005 BKD PD140 Overboost then turbo whistle and lift-off whoosh]

That does sound like a pipe off somewhere..sorry can't be any more help

[You are doing it right! The big Skoda Octavia II picture thread!]

Before and after shots to show the difference in ride height. 

 

 

      

 

 

 

[You are doing it right! The big Skoda Octavia II picture thread!]

It has H&R -50? For me it seems a little tall, maybe -35.

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Yeah, definitely -50 springs, although you're right, i don't think its dropped the full amount..

[You are doing it right! The big Skoda Octavia II picture thread!]

love those wheels

Thanks! I did think about replacing them with 18's but just really like the Pegasus. They are sat on spacers too now as well, which really helps the looks! 

[You are doing it right! The big Skoda Octavia II picture thread!]

Eibach Pro kits are great! Generally dont lower as much as the Sports kits in my experiance (2004 182 Clio and 2002 Focus Zetec) But the hangling improvements over standard on both and the ride quality are great! 

 

I have the 50mm H&Rs in at the moment and while they offer a nice drop, they dont really stiffen the ride up, still feels quite boaty. Though my shocks are 100K old... so couldbe them! 

I have the -50mm H&R's cup kit. The shocks with the springs definitely firm up the ride, but still comfortable enough for every day use. 

[You are doing it right! The big Skoda Octavia II picture thread!]

Need to get a another non-VRs Octy on here!!  . Just had the wheels refurbed and the sill resprayed as offside was rusting slightly, not good. Sits lower on an H&R -50 kit, with an added SuperSkoda Spoiler. Really happy with the overall look and stance now. 

 

 

 

 

[Rear window wind noise at speed]

And am I right in thinking it's the seal between the main window and the quarter window?

Yes, the vertical seal. Once the window is lowered, you have a nice groove to insert number plate or something similar and tap. It didn't take much to sort. 

[Rear window wind noise at speed]

A tip i found elsewhere on here stated to fully lower rear window, slide an old piece of number plate in the groove and gently tap to reseat the seal. Just to say that this worked for me nicely. Just don't hit it too hard for obvious reasons.  :peek:

[Sports spring]

PM Sent. I have some springs available. 

[Rs4 alloys For my le]

I think they would look really nice too. 

[New suspension for my octy]

I fitted a H&R -50 cup kit to my 54 2.0 TDI, and it has made a world of difference to the handling. impressed with quality of ride too; obviously a little firmer but still more than happy with it as the family car! 

[You are doing it right! The big Skoda Octavia II picture thread!]

thank you, these are original wheels from Mercedes S-Class (S550,S600,CL550,CL600 and more...)

Ha! Thanks, the car just looks very nice with them on. 

[You are doing it right! The big Skoda Octavia II picture thread!]

Nice non-vrs. Which wheels are these?

[yowzah, something called an EGR, just cost me £1,100]

Sorry, but that sounds ridiculous! £1,100? Have they carried out the work already? I wouldn't have been happy for them to just go ahead and replace without giving you a quote for the work first. 

[Being followed by the Police - Oh no think its the turbo]

Check the bottom pipes into and out of the intercooler, and check they are secure. You are right the clips that hold these together are weak. mine had a habit of popping off until I tie wrapped it in place! Ensure the whining noise isn't the tensioner pulley for the cambelt, I had the same noise on a golf a few years back, right before the tensioner let go and I wiped out a few valves! On my Octy I hear my turbo quite clearly as it spools and slows, but I have decatted and have stage 1 turbo, so put it down to this, but there is always plenty of power. Good luck with yours.

[H&R cup kit 50mm arrived!]

Looks great, I ran the H&R cup kit on my old Seat Ibiza Cupra 20VT mk3 and I rated the kit quite highly.

If you ever look to get rid/sell the 17" Pegasus alloys keep me in mind, one of my favourite non VRS Octavia wheels

Thanks! Still very fond of the Pegasus, there was a set on eBay for £100 with tyres, only ended yesterday, I was tempted myself for an extra set, but long drive to pick them up!

[H&R cup kit 50mm arrived!]

Got the h&r kit fitted today, really happy with the look, and pleasantly surprised with the ride quality, firm but definitely not crashy. Just a bit concerned as it scraped a bit coming off the ramps at the garage. Eek! To be expected I suppose. Wheel refurb next...

[Octavia 1.4TSI Rear Coil Spring - Fitting]

I believe the rears are pretty straight forward to swap, with no specialist tools required. Just need to disconnect lower bolt while safely on axle stands gives the clearance to remove and fit spring.