Octyboy

That’s the best advice yet so I’ll give it a go on my return home. Not much out there on Google & YouTube. (Disclaimer Other search engines and Streaming services are available 😁)

I retrofitted a Garmin Infotainment module into our Citigo a while ago but other than be useful as a basic SatNav I can’t get any vehicle data produced through it. I get blank dials. The module was purchased 2nd hand via eBay. Do I need to ‘pair’ it to the vehicles ECU, I see no way of doing this. Any positive comments would be appreciated 🙂

My fellow Briskodians, many thanks for all the feedback, I have some homework and fiddling to do. I found the DLR and also have now turned down the volume of music when reversing, a preference of mine. So again thank you all

lfc958, I feel like I've just had a right dressing down No there is no sensor, and no I did not select auto lights as an option as it's a 'used' purchase. As for the lesson on not driving with side lights on, well let's not go there. But that said I appreciate the feedback on these latest changes to lights usage and the lack of a warning of lights left on. Now what's this about the DLR. A quirky train line that does its job, but how can that be of any help.

Hi thanks for the feedback and interesting, I hadn't heard of that before regards 30mph limitaton. I'll check that out. I read about the lights being turned off with the key removed but just miss a reminder to simply turn them off. As for auto headlights I considered whether I had these but think not. I'll have to have another look but the manual indicated a certain lights knob which I don't have. No worries, a bit more investigation needed.

Had my Fabia III Monte for several months now and want to ask about side lights being turned on but the dash doesn't. Struggling to get used to having to have full beam on when side lights would do....... but no dash lighting up. Whats more I used to like the alarm when you left the lights on with ignition off whilst exiting the car. Where's that gone. Appreciate any pointers.

Just thought I'd add that since getting our Monte Carlo with the 1.2 engine I have been more than impressed. Great little looker and so nippy out and about town. I love it and whilst I was worried about losing my Octy Vrs I have no reservations what so ever. Pulls well on long runs too, it's great.

I had a similar thing occur on my Octavia and it was down to the mirror simply coming away from the back plate. I was able to remove it and using double sided sticky pads re-attach it. No further problems after that.

We'll that's cleared that uncertainty up thanks Llanigraham

Not sure if the requirement to be a civil servant applies any more :no: but I'm sure they'd put you right if that was the case. Good luck either way.

Hello fella, I've just added my 17 year old son to my policy so he can learn on the roads and so I know what a problem it is for getting a decent price. Have you thought of joining a motoring club and looking at the benefits they offer. The CSMA for example offer discounted insurance through Frizzel/Liverpool Victoria Insurance. It may be worth trying to get a quote that way.

Cheers All, it all sounds positive at the moment so I'll consider giving it a go when the new beasty arrives. Thanks for the feedback.

The fishing line I had considered, did the meths leave any mark on the paint work?

I fancied having my new car badgeless, apart from the Skoda emblem front and back and was told that it couldn't be provided that way. I'm guessing the name and varient badges are just stuck on, but has anyone done this without leaving nasty marks on the paintwork.

For me the latest films with Daniel Craig as Bond are really good as they're more gripping & I suppose realistic for the day. Sean Connery though is the iconic gentleman spy. Goldfinger stands out as being a memorable film for me. We couldn't wait for Pierce Brosnan to play Bond but I think the films could have been better.

140 Stock, be nice if it does. I'm still waiting for the sponge mix to cook off and the jelly moulds to set, and I hope to pick up the Monte Carlo in 3 weeks. Still keen to get it 'breathed on' for a bit of extra zip, but if no one out there within a reaonable distance of the M25 is offering a guaranteed remap tehn I'll just have it as it comes.

Hi Ian, jusy had a look at their website albeit a brief look. Thanks for the pointer.

Cheers, I'll take a look.

Quick question for you, where have Shark set up in Essex?

Thanks for the advice. Took a look at Shark, liked what I saw but they don't have 1.2 re-map listed. Got link from Softscoop where they're looking for test car. I'll have to see what happens. Watch this space I think is the phrase.

They're stating about 25+bhp. To be honest I was looking to just give the 1.2 a little extra 'go' from 1st gear. Having been driving the Vrs for 5 years I like the initial pull. The 1.2 is being bought for multiple reasons and looking forward to it but I know I'll miss the other 100 horses.

Sorry should have added http://www.amdessex.com/index.cfm

I was referring to AMD in Thurrock. If I'm not mistaken they used to work out of Big Boys Toys but then AMD set up under their own name in bigger premises.

Just wanted to say well done to you and the team. Watched each run with building excitement. Maybe Skoda could produce a model in your honour