KR1ST0F3R
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skoda octavia 1.9tdi slx
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Low frequency 'boom' in cabin - Fixed
KR1ST0F3R replied to SaffronSkoda's topic in Skoda Rapid & Spaceback (2012 > )
23000 now on the Bridgestones. 2.2 in them all. I am also wondering how someone could put up with it so long but there is a 50 page thread of people on the Octavia page that have been struggling for years with cars they paid 25k for. I really wish I could find a solution.- 124 replies
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Low frequency 'boom' in cabin - Fixed
KR1ST0F3R replied to SaffronSkoda's topic in Skoda Rapid & Spaceback (2012 > )
As an update: I have had to start driving round with the hatchback "popped" so it is just on the safety latch. This eliminates 90% of the oppressive bass that fills the car. A bump in the road will cause a pressure wave but that is far better than the constant thunder that fills the car when it is closed. I have altered the side buffers, the tail stops and the latch itself multiple times but cannot get it to stop when the boot is fully closed.- 124 replies
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Low frequency 'boom' in cabin - Fixed
KR1ST0F3R replied to SaffronSkoda's topic in Skoda Rapid & Spaceback (2012 > )
Mine has the spare wheel and I have tried removing the parcel shelf which made no difference.- 124 replies
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Low frequency 'boom' in cabin - Fixed
KR1ST0F3R replied to SaffronSkoda's topic in Skoda Rapid & Spaceback (2012 > )
No it's the hatchback. The tyres look a little perished and cracked on closer inspection. Maybe I should change them. I would be over the moon if that's all it is but can't see it.- 124 replies
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Low frequency 'boom' in cabin - Fixed
KR1ST0F3R replied to SaffronSkoda's topic in Skoda Rapid & Spaceback (2012 > )
Thanks for the replies guys. The car has Bridgestone tyres on. Deflating them considerably under the recommended pressure helps somewhat with the boom in the cabin but I think it is just dampening the vibration of the car as a whole so it booms less. Took it to my local Skoda dealer who said they are willing to investigate it for £90 an hour in a few weeks. I took a loan out to buy this car, and love it apart from this deafening bass that is driving me crazy. After one week of 9 hour shifts in it I am almost ready to cut my losses and get rid (something I actually can't afford to do)- 124 replies
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Low frequency 'boom' in cabin - Fixed
KR1ST0F3R replied to SaffronSkoda's topic in Skoda Rapid & Spaceback (2012 > )
Hi everyone, I've recently bought a late 63 reg 1.2 rapid from a small family run garage. The car has the "spaceback era improvements" I believe. The car is whisper quiet on smooth roads (like on my test drive) but is like driving a bass drum around my home town. I went home yesterday feeling slightly deaf and actually dizzy. I have tried tinkering with the boot stops to no avail. Do you think a main dealer would be able to get better results? Are other people still suffering this problem or is it truly solvable?- 124 replies
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How to identify "updated" 63/14 rapid hatch
KR1ST0F3R replied to KR1ST0F3R's topic in Skoda Rapid & Spaceback (2012 > )
Thanks for your reply. I had spotted a 63 car which seemed to have the chrome panel on the dash. I was wondering if perhaps that or something similar would be an Indicator of it being the refreshed model. -
Hello everyone, i am in the market for a bargain rapid hatchback tsi and have been scouring these forums for info. I am looking for a 14 plate as these apparently received significant updates to suspension and steering. Is there any chance I could be overlooking "updated" 63 plate cars and if so how can I identify them? Does the same apply to the Toledo's too? Thanks in advance everyone.
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hello everyone, my name is Kristofer, i am 32 and i live in south shields, near newcastle. I viewed these forums, looking for info whilst searching for my first (used) skoda and found the place to be very friendly and informative. i got my car today, nothing fancy or expensive but i am very pleased with my amazing find - X reg octavia slx tdi, 1 elderly owner, full skoda history, hpi clear and get this...... only 35 000 miles! it is like a brand new car. the only downside is that it is an awful dark flat green colour (apologies to anyone with the same colour, that likes it).