This is a straight copy from the "GolfMK7" forum where I post these threads. You might need to create an account & log-in to see the pictures full screen, due to their new website system.

These mods might work for the MK3 Octavia (as it is MQB), although some of the part numbers may be different.

 

Anyway just a heads-up!....

 

 

This is the complete list of ALL the "How to retro-fit" guides that I have written for my Mk7 Golf Estate (GSW).

Because my car was a "loaded" (I went mental on the options list) UK (European) GT (Highline) there are many common "How to retro-fit" guides that I did not write as those items came factory fitted eg;- Euro light switch, LED reading lights, LED licence plate lights, LED visor vanity lights, Bi-Xenon's with LED DRL's, Front fog lights, Reversing camera, Dynaudio, etc., etc.

However this still left plenty of what I consider to be "essential" items not factory fitted!! Many of these items are factory fitted if you are in France or Germany, & yet my car came out of the same German factory as theirs!!

This proves that your country's importer are the ones who state the cars specification & many items they do not bother offering to buyers in the price lists etc... (not enough demand, marketing etc).


VW Golf Mk7 coolant tank cap modification:-
https://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=49415

VW Golf Mk7 screenwash tank cap modification:-
http://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26076

How to properly OEM+ retro-fit more Dynaudio badges to a MK7 Golf
https://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=42734

How to retro fit the GTE air intake duct on the lock carrier
https://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?p=624070#post624070

How to retro-fit the 312mm front brake discs (288mm to 312mm swap) on a Mk7 Golf;-
http://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26006

How to retro-fit the rear subframe harmonic damper from the Audi A3 saloon:-

https://www.golfmk7.com/forums/index.php?threads/how-to-retro-fit-the-rear-subframe-harmonic-damper-from-the-audi-a3-saloon.369369/

 

How to retro-fit the Audi RS3 (2107->) Front Brake Air Guides/Ducts to a MK7 Golf;-
www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41323

How to retro-fit the Audi TT-RS Front Brake Air Guide/Flaps to a Mk7 Golf;-
http://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26005

How to retro-fit the Audi Jack Pads to a Mk7 Golf;-
http://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26990

How to retro-fit a bigger capacity battery to a Mk7 Golf;-
http://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7926

How to retro-fit a fire extinguisher to a Mk7 Golf;-
http://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7939

How to retro-fit the TPMS (SET!) Button to a Mk7 Golf;-
http://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26020

How to retro-fit an ESC OFF / Traction Control Button to a Mk7 Golf;-
http://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7908

How to retro-fit the door exit, red warning/white puddle, lights to a Mk7 Golf;-
http://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=13887

How to retro-fit skid trays, aerodynamic under trays, & stone guards to a Mk7 Golf;-
http://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8532

How to modify & improve the gearshift for a MQ250 gearbox on a Mk7 Golf;-
http://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=14444

How to change the oil on a MQ250, 5 speed or 6 speed, manual gearbox, Mk7 Golf;-
http://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?p=535289#post535289

How to:- EA211 engine:- heat shielding & how to sort the design flaws in the coil pack wiring
https://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=42100

How to retro-fit the engine cover to a 1.4lt TSI, Mk7 Golf;-
http://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8285

How to fix the turbo wastegate rattle on the VW Golf Mk7 1.4TSI 140PS;-
http://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=28690

How to replace the EVAP pipe, & silence some noise on all EA211, 1.2lt & 1.4lt petrol engines
https://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=53576

How to retro-fit the rear window, spoiler fins to a Mk7 Golf Estate/Variant/S.W.;-
http://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=14217

How to cover the hole in the rear bumper of a Mk7 Golf Estate/Variant/S.W.;-
http://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6471


Misc guides:-

How the VW Golf GTI Performance Pack (PP) “Front Differential Lock” (VAQ) works.;-
www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=39096

Official Worldwide Maintenance Schedules for ALL versions of MK7 Golf, Hatch, Variant, & Sportsvan.;-
https://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41617

Edited 21 December, 20196 yr by fabdavrav

Thanks a lot for sharing!

Thanks but, I was kinda hoping for some other performance items for the non-vRS models especially Anti Roll Bars, Induction Kits and sports exhausts ect

Definitely love to see if the battery goes into the Octy as easily. All the convenience items I have plus the dashcam as a constant draw is taking its toll.

Definitely love to see if the battery goes into the Octy as easily. All the convenience items I have plus the dashcam as a constant draw is taking its toll.

 

Thanks but, I was kinda hoping for some other performance items for the non-vRS models especially Anti Roll Bars, Induction Kits and sports exhausts ect

 

plenty of that around on the web...I'll rename it OEM mods................as basically these are mods which can be done using the full range of VAG parts............

 

Definitely love to see if the battery goes into the Octy as easily. All the convenience items I have plus the dashcam as a constant draw is taking its toll.

 

If you read the post you'll understand why I did mine....................fecking stupid small battery.................

 

Anyway I have about 4 more to write up.......well might do in 2 main posts.....anyway defo 5 other main body parts I have fitted which are useful in this country

Just added the BIG post on skid trays etc....basically a "rough road package"....

I like the engine cover. The 1.4 TSI needs one, it looks weedy, apart from keeping it clean.

I can confirm that engine cover for 1.4TSI fits also Skoda Octavia 1.4TSI MY2014. Below I attach photo of cover installed:

Edited 22 March, 201511 yr by bobbest

I'll be posting a short cut to the main list I have on the MK7 Golf forum as I now have about 22 "how to guides" there...I will NOT be reposting the info on here as that would take far too long & to much work!!

 

my latest guide solves most of the hollow/rolling log sounds etc from the rear suspension (multi-link) at lower speeds...

Site back up (they are doing maintenance) & I have posted ALL my "How to" threads up with links to each one!

On 22/03/2015 at 22:14, bobbest said:

I can confirm that engine cover for 1.4TSI fits also Skoda Octavia 1.4TSI MY2014. Below I attach photo of cover installed:

+1

 

One of the first mods I did nearly4 years ago - and stuck an Octavia bonnet badge over the VW badge on the engine cover!

Thanks  @fabdavrav.  I'll be looking into the undertray addition next year.

 

Very interested in the vibration damping of the rear axle.  Do you know if there are official parts for the torsion beam rear end?  There are a few part listed in various places on the web that are from other manufacturers and are generic round mass on a rubber mount that are not necessarily designed for the MQB platform but 'work'.

47 minutes ago, MarkyG82 said:

Thanks  @fabdavrav.  I'll be looking into the undertray addition next year.

 

Very interested in the vibration damping of the rear axle.  Do you know if there are official parts for the torsion beam rear end?  There are a few part listed in various places on the web that are from other manufacturers and are generic round mass on a rubber mount that are not necessarily designed for the MQB platform but 'work'.

 

No not seen anything so far for the torsion beam on MQB