Apologies if this has already been asked, tried to search but couldn't find any answers.

 

Has anyone had a timing chain on a 2.0tsi replaced at a Skoda dealer yet? My cars now 5 years old and at 70k miles so believe it's about time to start thinking about getting it done, and I'd rather get a main dealer to do it as theres some form of guarantee/comeback with that.

 

Tried contacting the Skoda dealer but just got a generic email back and not heard anything else yet.

 

Thanks in advance.

Which dealer? Some are good, and others are "chocolate teapots".

7 minutes ago, KenONeill said:

Which dealer? Some are good, and others are "chocolate teapots".

 

Thomson and Potter in Perth.

 

From what I know they've a very good reputation, but never used them myself yet.

Chain needs changing after 5years?   Are you sure? Are you not getting mixed up with cambelt?  

 

I've never heard of any engine requiring it's chain replaced after 5 years. That might explain why your search returned no results.

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I didn't think the chain was under any kind of service interval - lasts until it doesn't last any more.

31 minutes ago, Scot5 said:

Chain needs changing after 5years?   Are you sure? Are you not getting mixed up with cambelt?  

 

I've never heard of any engine requiring it's chain replaced after 5 years. That might explain why your search returned no results.

 

I know it doesn't tell you when to change it. Looked up autodata and its not listed under the service schedule.

 

I've seen too many components on cars which apparently are "lifetime" parts that dont require servicing, that end up failing because they weren't serviced, and it's not a risk I'm that happy to take on this one, although I appreciate that theres zero people who seem to have had chain failure on these cars so far.

 

9 minutes ago, Stoofa said:

I didn't think the chain was under any kind of service interval - lasts until it doesn't last any more.

 

Well quite. I'm wanting to do it before I have to, if that makes sense. I'll have this car for at least another 3 years all going well, so itll be 8 years old with around 85k by then.

Chains shouldn't even need inspecting until around 10years/120k miles. You'd be looking at four figures for a replacement I'm sure.

5 minutes ago, dan245 said:

Chains shouldn't even need inspecting until around 10years/120k miles. You'd be looking at four figures for a replacement I'm sure.

 

Yes expecting a high figure. Autodata has it taking 4.70hrs for the job.

Timing chains normally only need to be replaced if wear has been caused by abuse, neglect, very high mileage or a manufacturing fault. Worn timing chains usually give some warning before they fail as well.

 

You can rule out the high mileage. Any serious manufacturing fault probably would've been apparent by now. So as long as your car has been well looked after then I wouldn't worry about getting the timing chain replaced.

4 minutes ago, petrolbloke said:

Timing chains normally only need to be replaced if wear has been caused by abuse, neglect, very high mileage or a manufacturing fault. Worn timing chains usually give some warning before they fail as well.

 

You can rule out the high mileage. Any serious manufacturing fault probably would've been apparent by now. So as long as your car has been well looked after then I wouldn't worry about getting the timing chain replaced.

 

I'm just a bit wary as my last chain driven car (a 52 plate BMW) jamp a tooth out of nowhere, no warning rattle or anything.

 

Dealer got back to me to quote me a price for a belt replacement 😆

Just now, Saints92 said:

I'm just a bit wary as my last chain driven car (a 52 plate BMW) jamp a tooth out of nowhere, no warning rattle or anything.

 

Dealer got back to me to quote me a price for a belt replacement 😆

 

Fair enough, but different car/engine and potentially very different contributing factors. Have you had the Octavia from new? Did you have the BMW from new?

 

They quoted for cambelt replacement on a car with a chain?! Hopefully they quoted £0! 

Or did they quote for the auxillary belt?

1 hour ago, Saints92 said:

I've seen too many components on cars which apparently are "lifetime" parts that dont require servicing, that end up failing because they weren't serviced, and it's not a risk I'm that happy to take on this one, although I appreciate that theres zero people who seem to have had chain failure on these cars so far.

 

I hear what you're saying but on the balance of probability you'll end up having more problems due to the change than if you did nothing.  It's that old rule - if it ain't broke, don't fix it.  Doubt you'll find anyone who'd advise a new chain after 5yr,  your Skoda dealer being #1 on that list.

 

It's your car and your money tho.

 

Edit - I seem to remember reading BMW having a particular problem with chains in certain engines. Complete different story if it's a known problem, in that case I'd have expected the manufacturer to cough up.

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On 13/08/2019 at 11:56, Saints92 said:

 

Dealer got back to me to quote me a price for a belt replacement

Well, now you know where NOT to go, right?

16 minutes ago, petrolbloke said:

 

Fair enough, but different car/engine and potentially very different contributing factors. Have you had the Octavia from new? Did you have the BMW from new?

 

They quoted for cambelt replacement on a car with a chain?! Hopefully they quoted £0! 

Or did they quote for the auxillary belt?

 

Quoted me £579+VAT for a "timing belt and water pump"

 

16 minutes ago, Scot5 said:

 

I hear what you're saying but on the balance of probability you'll end up having more problems due to the change than if you did nothing.  It's that old rule - if it ain't broke, don't fix it.  Doubt you'll find anyone who'd advise a new chain after 5yr,  your Skoda dealer being #1 on that list.

 

It's your car and your money tho.

 

Edit - I seem to remember reading BMW having a particular problem with chains in certain engines. Complete different story if it's a known problem, in that case I'd have expected the manufacturer to cough up.

 

It was an old BMW which did have issues with tensioners/guides, so a completely different situation to this car. I've checked before and I seem to have an updated tensioner compared to the old MK2 Octys which had issues. Sure I'm just over thinking it but the previous experience makes me aware of the potential issue.

 

11 minutes ago, KenONeill said:

Well, now you know where NOT to go, right?

 

Pretty much 😂

Think it was all the bmw n47 engines, all awful and timing chains regularly failed even though it was a non serviceable part 

@Saints92

Reputation not really deserved since before moving from Burrelton IMO.

Part of the John Clark Group, but then so is Dundee Skoda Specialist cars who do deserve the good reputation.

My insurance against timing chain failure has for over 40 years been to change the engine oil and filter frequently. More frequently than the manufacturers recommend. On every car in the family. Yes I've spent more on oil than some people, but I've never had problems with a timing chain.......