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Title: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Update -page 98
Post by: Wayne on 01 May 2011, 20:37
So I sold the Picasso 3 weeks ago, waited until payday to see the most I could spend really, set the budget and got browsing, the choices were: A) buy something sensible or B) something interesting

After speaking to a few other members went for B but what to buy was the next choice, looked at a few Lexus IS200, plus lots of other options including Bmw's etc but in the end went for this.

2001 (51), 115k with fsh including all old mot's and nearly all old bills, has had the all important cam belt and water pump plus a stack of other work for the last mot.

Enough talking here is some pictures, let me know what you think, also thanks to the other members for all the help and advice over the last couple of weeks.


(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octavia031cg.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octavia02cg.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octavia037cg.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octavia15cg.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octavia040cg.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda
Post by: JC on 01 May 2011, 20:39
:afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda
Post by: richw911 on 01 May 2011, 20:39
Very nice :afro:  :cool: :cool: :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda
Post by: Wayne on 01 May 2011, 20:41
A few more pics

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octavia018cg.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octavia022cg.jpg)

And the only real bad bit and why it was a cheaper than it should have been.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octavia064.jpg)

Only plans at the moment is to sort the bumper asap, good clean as required.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda
Post by: tdi_blu on 01 May 2011, 20:41
Nice Wayne looks very clean and straight is it the Turbo one nice motor  :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda
Post by: Wayne on 01 May 2011, 20:43
Nice Wayne looks very clean and straight is it the Turbo one nice motor  :wink:

Yep VRs 180bhp
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda
Post by: cняis on 01 May 2011, 20:50
Nice :afro:

Could be a real sleeper... i.e. 250bhp+ in standard trim  :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia
Post by: T_J_G on 01 May 2011, 20:55
:afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia
Post by: dazzawest1987 on 01 May 2011, 20:58
Nice motor, interior looks spanking.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia
Post by: dom on 01 May 2011, 20:59
Very nice, bumper will be easily sorted :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia
Post by: Shady Pioneer on 01 May 2011, 21:00
6 weeks. :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia
Post by: richw911 on 01 May 2011, 21:01
AUQ lump is it?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia
Post by: dom on 01 May 2011, 21:04
AUQ lump is it?

Yup :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia
Post by: neil1780 on 01 May 2011, 21:04
6 weeks. :lipsrsealed:
haha i thought that as well the hunt for more power will be first.

Quite like these mate looks very tidy and at least its in the vag family :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: lewis1641 on 01 May 2011, 21:58
nice one wayne, really like the vrs's. interior looks cool
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Jimp on 01 May 2011, 23:05
Nice one man, VRSs are great cars. I know a few people with them and they all rate them highly. Best of luck with it :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: dan_apps on 01 May 2011, 23:47
nice wayne :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Toby on 02 May 2011, 00:04
its just a bora with a scoda badge!!

i like these. and this looks like a tidy example!

enjoy
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Dmonday on 02 May 2011, 00:37
Good choice Wayne :afro: looks awesome.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: stow1985 on 02 May 2011, 08:28
Love it...

ive liked these for a while now,whats your plans??
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 02 May 2011, 09:34
Love it...

ive liked these for a while now,whats your plans??

Nothing much, sort the bumper and give it a real good clean :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Rhyso on 02 May 2011, 11:29
Proper Q-mobile  :cool: :cool:

I like  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: tech1889 on 02 May 2011, 12:20
Very cool mate I want one  :cool:  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: dom on 02 May 2011, 12:36
Need lowering :lipsrsealed: :grin:

(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a77/polow/DSC_0870.jpg)

(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a77/polow/DSC_0877.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: pablo64 on 02 May 2011, 15:15
nice motor and rapid, had go in one 4 odd years ago, liked it, that red one dom put up looks good lowered, im sure you'll get bumper sorted wayne to how you want it  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Diamond Hell on 02 May 2011, 15:35
its just a bora with a scoda badge!!

Double FAIL-age.  You can't spell Skoda and neither do you realise it's a hatchback.  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Khare on 02 May 2011, 15:40
Looks great wayne, I've always liked these and I think they look great standard!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: shepgti on 02 May 2011, 15:57
Love it...

ive liked these for a while now,whats your plans??

Nothing much, sort the bumper and give it a real good clean :smiley:

well worth making a dub rides thread then :rolleyes:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Shady Pioneer on 02 May 2011, 16:00
Love it...

ive liked these for a while now,whats your plans??

Nothing much, sort the bumper and give it a real good clean :smiley:

well worth making a dub rides thread then :rolleyes:
:grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Diamond Hell on 02 May 2011, 16:50
well worth making a dub rides thread then :rolleyes:

Miaow.

You don't get to Wayne's post count without posting everything you can.  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: shepgti on 02 May 2011, 16:56
well worth making a dub rides thread then :rolleyes:

Miaow.

You don't get to Wayne's post count without posting everything you can.  :grin:

tehehe
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: rich1977 on 02 May 2011, 17:03
awesome cars had a silver one few years back and then swapped it for a zs 180 worst thing I ever did.

one of best things is they have one of biggest boots of any modern hatchbacks
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Mr_Orange on 02 May 2011, 19:24
Nice motor  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: mark-mk3gti on 02 May 2011, 23:38
Nice! Interior looks mint as does rest of car once bumper sorted! :)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: tdi_blu on 03 May 2011, 00:02
I agree Wayne think it looks sweet the way it is plus when you get a new car its good to just use the thing before you start messing with it..
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 03 May 2011, 00:05
I agree Wayne think it looks sweet the way it is plus when you get a new car its good to just use the thing before you start messing with it..

Thanks  :smiley:, I have a few little tweaks in mind, pressed plates, lower splitter, front mudflaps plus sort the bumper.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Dec on 03 May 2011, 01:16
Looks sweet dude! I know someone with a Fabia VRS (Diesel though) and they're all good cars! :)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: LowlifeDubber on 03 May 2011, 09:32
Looks really well that mate.That interior gave me a chubby :grin:
Are the centres leather or fabric?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: dubsport on 03 May 2011, 11:23
I agree Wayne think it looks sweet the way it is plus when you get a new car its good to just use the thing before you start messing with it..

Thanks  :smiley:, I have a few little tweaks in mind, pressed plates, lower splitter, front mudflaps plus sort the bumper, remap, black roof, coillies and paint the alloys black!


Plans sound good  :tongue: :evil:

Looks a really nice car mate! Love the interiors, was going to fit one in my bora but didn't have airbags in them!  :sad:

Enjoy it 8)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda
Post by: tigerj360 on 03 May 2011, 13:23
A few more pics

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octavia018cg.jpg)


Is it missing a stalk or am i being stupid?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda
Post by: Wayne on 03 May 2011, 13:25
A few more pics


Is it missing a stalk or am i being stupid?

Nope they are both there just the angle of the shot.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: tigerj360 on 03 May 2011, 13:27
silly me :( very nice motor though Wayne!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: CCGTI on 03 May 2011, 19:53
this was my old Vrs 225bhp toatally standard apart from colour coding and wrc spoiler all done by skoda as it was a skoda directors car used for promoting

(http://i773.photobucket.com/albums/yy19/ccgti/newcar005.jpg)
(http://i773.photobucket.com/albums/yy19/ccgti/newcar004.jpg)

enjoy
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 03 May 2011, 19:56
^^Nice, not keen on that rear spoiler however.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: CCGTI on 03 May 2011, 19:59
fitted buy skoda, same as the white WRC special edition i like it, looked so much better than the small standard 1
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 03 May 2011, 19:59
fitted buy skoda, same as the white WRC special edition i like it, looked so much better than the small standard 1

What mods did it have to get to 225bhp  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Rhyso on 03 May 2011, 20:02
fitted buy skoda, same as the white WRC special edition i like it, looked so much better than the small standard 1

What mods did it have to get to 225bhp  :smiley:

Remap will get you an easy 210.  Rest is most likely turbo back exhaust, filter etc  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: dom on 03 May 2011, 20:03
fitted buy skoda, same as the white WRC special edition i like it, looked so much better than the small standard 1

What mods did it have to get to 225bhp  :smiley:

A remap with a couple of mods should see around 225bhp, either that or it was a BAM lump thrown in by the director to begin with :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: CCGTI on 03 May 2011, 20:03
from what i was told buy skoda it was custom remap, full stainless system, induction kit had the print out somewhere i think i passed it to the new buyer, will try dig out the spec for you of everything, best car i have ever had and shouldnt of sold it
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: dom on 03 May 2011, 20:04
fitted buy skoda, same as the white WRC special edition i like it, looked so much better than the small standard 1

What mods did it have to get to 225bhp  :smiley:

Remap will get you an easy 210.  Rest is most likely turbo back exhaust, filter etc  :smiley:

Bugger Rhyso :angry:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: The Doc on 03 May 2011, 20:04
I agree Wayne think it looks sweet the way it is plus when you get a new car its good to just use the thing before you start messing with it..

Thanks  :smiley:, I have a few little tweaks in mind, pressed plates, lower splitter, front mudflaps plus sort the bumper.

Glad for you that you got shut if that P.O.S Citroën

Presssed plates, mud flaps, clean it - your not messing around are you? :grin:

Enjoy it  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: CCGTI on 03 May 2011, 20:07
think they might cant remeber off top of my head, im sure the other red vrs posted on your link is a lads who lives down the road from me, never spoke to him but it could piss all over that down the carrage way down are road
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: dom on 03 May 2011, 20:08
Is the AUQ not KO3s? :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: CCGTI on 03 May 2011, 20:08
i think it was a ko3s same engine as the TT
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Rhyso on 03 May 2011, 20:14
Is the AUQ not KO3s? :undecided:
i think it was a ko3s same engine as the TT

It is indeed a KO3s  :nerd:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: CCGTI on 03 May 2011, 20:20
haha

only thing i would say about them is they seem to always have throttle body problems, make sure its all cleaned out, and split pipes which screw your boost apart from that happy driving
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 07 May 2011, 21:39
A small update.

Front mudflaps fitted, they to me finish it off.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octaviaupdate011.jpg)
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octaviaupdate007.jpg)

Replaced the V badge with new as it was stuck in the wrong place.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octaviaupdate001.jpg)

I also on both sides have straightened the sills where it has been wrongly jacked in the past and then undersealed.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: tdi_blu on 07 May 2011, 22:29
Mud flaps look good mate suit a car like this.I hate people that jack your car on the sills I now get my factory jack out and rasie the car slightly so they dont f**k my sills up.They kinda look at me like im a nutter till I explain that mk3 golfs are like butter underneath  :grin: Cars looking good wayne If I was in the market for a saloon think I would have a look at one of these..
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: tdi_blu on 07 May 2011, 22:38
 :grin: sorry mate I thought it was a saloon  :grin: it does look like a saloon though to the un trained eye  :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: CCGTI on 07 May 2011, 22:50
not keen on the flaps make to clutted, badge was in right place
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: tdi_blu on 08 May 2011, 07:55
Seen this on a forum thought I would post the picture looks mint..

(http://i491.photobucket.com/albums/rr274/16v_blu/P1000658-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Horney on 08 May 2011, 10:03
Seen this on a forum thought I would post the picture looks mint..

(http://i491.photobucket.com/albums/rr274/16v_blu/P1000658-1.jpg)

Oooof!

Good choice Wayne, looks tidy. :cool:

Nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Horney on 08 May 2011, 10:52
Yeah I know that's not yours. I meant off for that one, but that yours is a good choice too! :cool:

nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: cняis on 08 May 2011, 11:50
I'm loving the idea of the VRs

Did they do an estate version too?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 09 May 2011, 20:42
I have 2 oil leaks.  :sad:

Strange but the sump plug is leaking, I am changing the oil and filter the weekend so that should sort that, however have noticed this, took the covers off to have a look, it does not feel like wet oil so I am a little confused.

Looking back through the history I noticed it has had what I believe is a breather pipe replaced, the last owner told me it was in this area.

Does anyone know what A06A 103 221 BK fits please and where.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octaviaoilleak002.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: CCGTI on 09 May 2011, 21:51
sorry you right it is the bottom right for the badge
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: dubsport on 09 May 2011, 21:56
I still dont get how this is a hatchback?  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: cняis on 09 May 2011, 21:59
I still dont get how this is a hatchback?  :grin:

The glass comes up with the bootlid, unlike a saloon (i.e Bora) upon which the glass stays in place as the bootlid is opened
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: CCGTI on 09 May 2011, 21:59
it will be a car that you will regret sellin when it comes to it
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 09 May 2011, 22:00
I still dont get how this is a hatchback?  :grin:

The glass comes up with the bootlid, unlike a saloon (i.e Bora) upon which the glass stays in place as the bootlid is opened

Being honest, it has a large boot but the strut braces get in the way when the seats are folded.


it will be a car that you will regret sellin when it comes to it

Early days yet but I think your right.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: trog_nfs on 09 May 2011, 22:11
hey wayne, I found this, it might help you part enquiry

(http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h327/trog_nfs/2207431463_ee467e2d44_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: dubsport on 09 May 2011, 22:18
if its 13a you need I have a new one in my garage :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: tech1889 on 09 May 2011, 23:07
Just replace with a saikou michi catch can best mod i did on my golf  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 10 May 2011, 00:21
if its 13a you need I have a new one in my garage :afro:

Thanks but that one is new (ish) as well.

Looking at that picture, no 10 is the one that has been replaced in which case that has answer the question, I guess it blew and he never cleaned off all the old crap.


Just replace with a saikou michi catch can best mod i did on my golf  :smiley:

Have you any links etc  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: tech1889 on 10 May 2011, 13:18
This is the bad boy you want and looks more OEM than cheap Chrome ones.. Also it has perfect sized (19mm) inlet and outlets so you dont need reducers and such for an even better look  :cool:

http://www.saikoumichi.com/951_page.htm

If you get it i have some oil proof hose you can have for postage costs.. have about a metre or so  :smiley:

In my eyes there is no point replacing the hoses on the PCV system as it will just get brittle and crack again.. and especially as some of the hoses are like £35-40 each..  this way works out cheaper in the long run..
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 13 May 2011, 11:49
Well I cleaned it all off and does not seem to be leaking.

Doing engine oil and filter over the weekend so that should then sort the sump plug leak.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 14 May 2011, 21:28
Couple of small jobs today.

The front mats were in a poor state, did not want ebay copies, managed to find a pair of genuine front ones on the Skoda forum.

Before.
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octupdate2001.jpg)

After.
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octupdate2002.jpg)

Front badge.

Before.
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octupdate2004.jpg)

After.
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octupdate2005.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: SoundillusioN on 14 May 2011, 21:41
Still catching up when I can after a little absence... wow, loads has happened since I last looked, check you out back with VAG!  Nice find and in a good colour for it too.  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: SoundillusioN on 14 May 2011, 21:49
Love it...

ive liked these for a while now,whats your plans??

Nothing much, sort the bumper and give it a real good clean :smiley:

To be fair this section does just say: Post Pictures

well worth making a dub rides thread then :rolleyes:
:grin: :grin: :grin:


To be fair this section does just say: Post up pictures of your car and get some feedback....

Most of us over time turned this section into a Project Section with comments allowed.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: richw911 on 14 May 2011, 22:29
Looks sweet  :cool: :cool: :cool:

Did you put the pedal covers on bud?  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 14 May 2011, 23:46

Did you put the pedal covers on bud?  :smiley:


Nope, they are standard I believe :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: SoundillusioN on 15 May 2011, 00:02

Did you put the pedal covers on bud?  :smiley:


Nope, they are standard I believe :smiley:

indeed they are.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: richw911 on 15 May 2011, 10:45

Did you put the pedal covers on bud?  :smiley:


Nope, they are standard I believe :smiley:

Ah same as the Audi TT ones  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 21 May 2011, 20:32
Major job for today, after checking through all the paperwork, I could see no record of the oil pick up pipe having been replaced, the general view is that it needs replacing around 75k, mine was near 116k so got the parts and one of the engineers in work offered to sort for me as I was working, all in all took just over 2hrs, also fitted a new oil filter.

I was shocked at the state of the pick up pipe, it was nearly blocked so could have been very expensive soon.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/various210511005.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/various210511003.jpg)

I have also today got around to replacing the indicator that will not dry out, not easy to find s/h as vRS is different,

Before:
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/various210511007.jpg)

After:
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/various210511008.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: golf-sib on 21 May 2011, 20:37
Good job! :afro:

Also did you replace the pickup or just clean it, is it an easy job to do as I am approaching the 75k milestone and this seems tempting.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 21 May 2011, 20:40
Good job! :afro:

Also did you replace the pickup or just clean it, is it an easy job to do as I am approaching the 75k milestone and this seems tempting.

Replaced it, not that expensive tbh only around £8 for the pipe plus £2 for the oring :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: golf-sib on 21 May 2011, 20:43
Any chance for a part number? Thanks for the advice will order one soon.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wazzzer on 21 May 2011, 21:11
Nice effort so far mate, liking it
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Horney on 22 May 2011, 17:42
Wayne, can you give me an idea of the economy you're getting out of this and what sort of driving you do? Very very tempted to get a red one of these. So much car for the money.

Nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: T_J_G on 22 May 2011, 18:06
About 40 MPG on a nice long steady run. 25ish around town. I would have thought. :)

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Horney on 22 May 2011, 18:19
That's what I hoping to hear. :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 22 May 2011, 19:37
Wayne, can you give me an idea of the economy you're getting out of this and what sort of driving you do? Very very tempted to get a red one of these. So much car for the money.

Nick

Well the MFA has not dropped below 33mpg since I have picked it up, have done 290miles of mixed driving so far, will do around 40mpg on a run, if you open the taps it drops quickly  :grin:.

Pm me if you need any more info.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 25 May 2011, 12:07
Just ordered a new front bumper  :lipsrsealed:

Have been trying to find a second hand one but with no luck.

Should be able to get some money back by selling the old one later.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: golf-sib on 25 May 2011, 18:09
Just ordered a new front bumper  :lipsrsealed:

Have been trying to find a second hand one but with no luck.

Should be able to get some money back by selling the old one later.

Your bumper looks fine, why you need a new one? Or is it a surprise?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 25 May 2011, 19:38
Just ordered a new front bumper  :lipsrsealed:

Have been trying to find a second hand one but with no luck.

Should be able to get some money back by selling the old one later.

Your bumper looks fine, why you need a new one? Or is it a surprise?

I did post a picture on page 1, it has been very badly painted, I could have had it repainted but it would mean leaving the car on the road outside the house with no bumper which I was not keen on hence the search for a s/h one.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: dom on 25 May 2011, 22:29
Shame you couldn't find a decent 2nd hand one but at least the new one will be perfect :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 31 May 2011, 21:20
Small update, no pics as yet.

New bumper collected today and delivered to the bodyshop.

Have also collected new plates (not pressed ones) plus the surrounds from ebay have arrived.

Collecting lower splitter tomorrow from Seat plus paint to sort mirrors and grille surround :lipsrsealed:

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Horney on 31 May 2011, 21:22
You going black on the grill surround? Seen a few done and it looks good. LCR splitter?

Nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 31 May 2011, 21:25
You going black on the grill surround? Seen a few done and it looks good. LCR splitter?

Nick

Yep on both counts, LCR splitter, satin black mirrors and grille surround.

Mirror covers have lots of marks in any case so seems a quick and easy way too sort it, I picked up a spare grille surround in case it goes wrong.  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Horney on 31 May 2011, 21:26
Gonna look good!

Nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 31 May 2011, 21:28
Gonna look good!

Nick

I hope so, front bumper was not the cheapest option but got fed up of looking at it but I will sell the old one and get some money back.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Horney on 31 May 2011, 21:33
I really can't stop looking at these at the moment. If I had the money this one would be sat outside right now.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Skoda-Octavia-1-8T-VRS-180BHP-/120730347400?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item1c1c16e788

Nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: F17BAD on 31 May 2011, 22:05
good plans mate :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Rhyso on 31 May 2011, 22:09
Gonna look good!

Nick

+1 but my name's Rhys

look forward to seeing it at Volksfest :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 31 May 2011, 22:12
Gonna look good!

Nick

+1 but my name's Rhys

look forward to seeing it at Volksfest :afro:

Cheers, having a day off from work next week to get it sorted as not getting the bumper back until next Monday
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: F17BAD on 31 May 2011, 22:57
id re paint the calipers too on ya day off (thats if they need doing and assuming these are the Green ones)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 31 May 2011, 23:23
id re paint the calipers too on ya day off (thats if they need doing and assuming these are the Green ones)

Yes they are green, but might leave that until I sort the wheels, it is something I planned to do.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Mikester on 01 June 2011, 00:15
Looks sweet wayne, do like these.

I just hope once the front is painted you dont get as OCD as me with cleaning it and stop chips.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: VR6-Joe on 01 June 2011, 15:54
Joe likes this. :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: dom on 01 June 2011, 22:45
Joe likes this. :smiley:

Welcome back joe, where the devil you been? :huh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: VR6-Joe on 01 June 2011, 22:50
Hibernating a.k.a work :sad:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 02 June 2011, 20:38
So I had a plan to paint the mirror covers.

Seemed simple enough  :lipsrsealed:

Wrong, after speaking to a few people including Thom, it was still not clear on how they come off, so today rung Skoda who confirmed that the mirror glass needs to be removed and then you will see 2 screws behind which hold the cover on.

So tonight armed with this new info I tried again and broke the mirror glass  :cry: so have now given up painting them as a bad / stupid idea and in the morning need to order a new mirror glass.

Why is it what looks to be a simple job ends up a complete ballache.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Horney on 02 June 2011, 22:14
Mask up the whole car and spray while fitted :grin:

Nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: dom on 02 June 2011, 22:21
Mask up the whole car and spray while fitted :grin:

Nick

 :grin:

Since you've broken the glass anyway surely now is the perfect time to get the covers off?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: F17BAD on 02 June 2011, 23:50
Look better silver just do grill surround black that will look evil :-)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 02 June 2011, 23:54
Look better silver just do grill surround black that will look evil :-)

That is what I am thinking now, was only doing the mirrors as they had some marks.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: SoundillusioN on 03 June 2011, 00:21
Sounds like you're getting this back to tip top condition... nice one.... shame about your mirror though.. how much is it going to cost to get your new bumper done?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 03 June 2011, 08:45
Sounds like you're getting this back to tip top condition... nice one.... shame about your mirror though.. how much is it going to cost to get your new bumper done?

Bumper is around £150 plus Spraying £120, then you have new trim: £37 plus a S/h Grill set: £35 due to overspray on the old items.
 
Not the cheapest way to sort it but will get some money back when I sell the old one.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: SoundillusioN on 03 June 2011, 08:52
Sounds like you're getting this back to tip top condition... nice one.... shame about your mirror though.. how much is it going to cost to get your new bumper done?

Bumper is around £150 plus Spraying £120, then you have new trim: £37 plus a S/h Grill set: £35 due to overspray on the old items.
 
Not the cheapest way to sort it but will get some money back when I sell the old one.  :smiley:


And you have a new shiny front end to look forward to.... Are you going to any shows this year?..... Volksfest is near you isn't it?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 03 June 2011, 08:59
Sounds like you're getting this back to tip top condition... nice one.... shame about your mirror though.. how much is it going to cost to get your new bumper done?

Bumper is around £150 plus Spraying £120, then you have new trim: £37 plus a S/h Grill set: £35 due to overspray on the old items.
 
Not the cheapest way to sort it but will get some money back when I sell the old one.  :smiley:


And you have a new shiny front end to look forward to.... Are you going to any shows this year?..... Volksfest is near you isn't it?

Yes I am going to Volksfest but due to work only on the Sunday. :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: SoundillusioN on 03 June 2011, 09:03
Awesome.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Khare on 03 June 2011, 09:16
Looks awesome! Makes me really want one too now!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 04 June 2011, 21:27
Grille surround is now black  :lipsrsealed:

Did one as a trial then took the one off the car and did that, well pleased how it went as spraying it not my strong point.

Will post pictures asap. :smiley:

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: F17BAD on 04 June 2011, 22:41
look forward to seeing the black grill, best colour is silver for these. bet grill looks mean
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 04 June 2011, 23:19
look forward to seeing the black grill, best colour is silver for these. bet grill looks mean

Yes it looks loads better than the chrome. :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Jack3559 on 05 June 2011, 00:34
Might look good if you can do joey the headlights as well to go with the black grill.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 05 June 2011, 20:47
Might look good if you can do joey the headlights as well to go with the black grill.

I am thinking of tinting the indicators with film :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Andy-H on 05 June 2011, 20:59
Might look good if you can do joey the headlights as well to go with the black grill.

I am thinking of tinting the indicators with film :undecided:

I'd say do it, breaks up the silver nice  :cool:

Nice Motor, really liking these. On my list of cars I need to own at some point  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: F17BAD on 05 June 2011, 21:05
Regarding tint, id leave all as they are or tint both headlights and indicators with a light smoke film

but i kinda like it as it is, have u a pic with the black grill ?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 07 June 2011, 21:37
So I got the phone call in work today :afro: and collected this, top notch job by a local bodyshop that do a lot of work for BMW, Audi and Mercedes etc.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/various232005.jpg)

Not going to fit the Seat splitter however, 1) it needs loads of trimming etc 2) I am not really sure in drilling 10 / 15 holes in a brand new bumper.

Collecting new grille badge tomorrow plus it is being booked in for the coilpack recall / campaign next week, I have 4 old versions at the moment.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: stow1985 on 07 June 2011, 21:50
Looks like they've done a cracking job on the bumper...

could you not of asked the body shop to fit the splitter??
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 07 June 2011, 21:53
Looks like they've done a cracking job on the bumper...

could you not of asked the body shop to fit the splitter??

They were not keen plus would have been expensive with labour rates etc.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: robz on 08 June 2011, 09:02
looks good wayne mate!
look forward to more pics!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Rhyso on 08 June 2011, 09:02
Glad you decided not to fit the splitter; every man and his dog fits one  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: SoundillusioN on 08 June 2011, 10:15
It's going to look ace and i'm sure it will look loads better in person as it's hard to tell how bad the original actually is in pics.  Looks like they've done a very good job on it.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 08 June 2011, 21:44
Tonights work  :smiley:

Started with this:

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octaviabumperchange002a.jpg)

A few close up pics to show how bad the bumper was.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octaviabumperchange007a.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octaviabumperchange009a.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octaviabumperchange004a.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octaviabumperchange005a.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octaviabumperchange006a.jpg)

During the change over, painted / tidied up with some spare satin black all the parts that had overspray.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octaviabumperchange010a.jpg)

Finished including the black grille surround with new badge, also fitted my new number plate surrounds and plates plus silvertec indicator bulbs.

Anyone notice a subtle change from standard :lipsrsealed:

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octaviabumperchange017a.jpg)
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octaviabumperchange016a.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Horney on 08 June 2011, 21:49
Black surround looks much better mate.

Nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: dom on 08 June 2011, 21:55
Black surround looks much better mate.

Nick

Agreed, loads better :afro:

Looks like they did an awesome job on the new bumper, a million times better than the old one :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Jimp on 08 June 2011, 22:18
Looks seriously mean with the black grill  :cool: Colour match on the bumper is spot on too :Afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Horney on 08 June 2011, 22:24
You painted the grill slats black as well. Looks good.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 08 June 2011, 22:34
You painted the grill slats black as well. Looks good.

Spot on :smiley: the s/h grille set I got was from a black car so I left them black to see how it looks, glad I did now.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: dazzawest1987 on 08 June 2011, 22:37
looks much better mate, dont think the splitter would have suited it anyway, you going to continue the black theme on elsewhere? headlights? wheels ect?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Jay on 08 June 2011, 23:12
Looks very nice, the black grille suites the car for sure!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: dazzawest1987 on 08 June 2011, 23:45
roof would look good black and the mirrors prob would too
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: northeast_gti-t on 09 June 2011, 01:41
Just read through all the pages of this  :cool: liking the vrs alot too  :lipsrsealed: well done wayne your cars looking awesome!!  :drool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: robz on 09 June 2011, 08:00
cracking job!!!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Rhyso on 09 June 2011, 09:44
Tidy  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: SoundillusioN on 09 June 2011, 09:46
The black detail finishes it off nicely.  I like it... I see a continuing theme coming maybe?  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Jack3559 on 09 June 2011, 09:47
Black SSW Speeds. :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: F17BAD on 09 June 2011, 16:23
Looking the part now mate. Wheels next :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: boneybradley on 09 June 2011, 16:41
looking good  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 11 June 2011, 22:07
Cleaned the car today (waste of time I know) but it looks clean for 10mins or so.

Also did one small mod yesterday / today, see if you can spot the difference to the picture in my sig.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0047.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0059.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0054.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: F17BAD on 11 June 2011, 22:20
man, that black grill looks so so much better!!!

EDIT

WING MIRRORS ??  - looking fly :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 11 June 2011, 22:21
man, that black grill looks so so much better!!!

Cheers, have you spotted the other change then  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: F17BAD on 11 June 2011, 22:22
Edited my post hehe  :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 11 June 2011, 22:22
Edited my post hehe  :wink:

Spot on, taken me ages to find out how they come apart.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: F17BAD on 11 June 2011, 22:25
looks great  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Bellend on 11 June 2011, 22:27
Edited my post hehe  :wink:

Spot on, taken me ages to find out how they come apart.

I was looking at the first two pics for AGES trying to spot the difference, first thing I looked at was the mirrors.  :laugh:

Looking good Wayne!  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Horney on 11 June 2011, 22:43
Looks really really awesome. Good work chap.

nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: dom on 11 June 2011, 22:44
Mirrors look really good, I can't help but think a LCR splitter would finish it off though :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Jack3559 on 11 June 2011, 22:48
Mirrors look really good, I can't help but think a LCR splitter would finish it off though :undecided:

+1

Holes are on the underside anyway aren't they?

Won't be noticeable if you balls it up.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: cняis on 11 June 2011, 22:52
Mirrors look really good, I can't help but think a LCR splitter would finish it off though :undecided:

+1

Holes are on the underside anyway aren't they?

Won't be noticeable if you balls it up.

Tigerseal with a couple of self tappers should be enough  :smiley:

Looking nice wayne, although not sure on the black wing mirrors, it makes it look poverty spec.  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Jack3559 on 11 June 2011, 22:57
Once the black theme is extended, I think they'll blend in nicely.

Perhaps with the inside of the lights painted black to reduce the chromeness of the whole thing.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: F17BAD on 11 June 2011, 22:57
another big fan of LCR splitter here

consider is more wayne :wink: :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: Wayne on 11 June 2011, 23:52
Mirrors look really good, I can't help but think a LCR splitter would finish it off though :undecided:

+1

Holes are on the underside anyway aren't they?

Won't be noticeable if you balls it up.

Tigerseal with a couple of self tappers should be enough  :smiley:

Looking nice wayne, although not sure on the black wing mirrors, it makes it look poverty spec.  :undecided:

another big fan of LCR splitter here

consider is more wayne :wink: :cool:


Thats the problem, no holes, I was not keen on drilling 12 + holes in the new bumper after it it cost me over £300, the other thing that dad pointed out was that I you hit or catch it you could do a lot of damage including breaking the bumper also as Rhyso pointed out they all seem to have them these days.

The mirrors were in a poor state with lots of marks so this was the cheapest / quickest way to sort, I may in the end switch them back to silver.


Once the black theme is extended, I think they'll blend in nicely.

Perhaps with the inside of the lights painted black to reduce the chromeness of the whole thing.

The plan is satin black roof and then black wheels.

I am aiming for a oe+ look in one way or another.

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: stow1985 on 13 June 2011, 20:43
Looking very good mate!

Loving the black/silver theme!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: SoundillusioN on 13 June 2011, 23:01
I like both!... left silver or black... and since you're going for a theme it's a good move. :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: GrandMstRamRod on 13 June 2011, 23:04
looking good wayne! subtle but works perfectly!  :rolleyes: :rolleyes:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 16 June 2011, 18:22
Small update

4 new coilpacks fitted today under the recall / campaign foc :afro:, much smoother and the slight miss at 3k has gone also feels quicker.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Jack3559 on 16 June 2011, 18:36
I read coil and got excited.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: dubsport on 16 June 2011, 19:19
Cars looking really good mate! These are really growing on me! I would be so tempted to paint those alloys black if it were mine tho!  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 16 June 2011, 20:38
Cars looking really good mate! These are really growing on me! I would be so tempted to paint those alloys black if it were mine tho!  :smiley:

I have plans for sorting the wheels next month
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: stow1985 on 18 June 2011, 09:17
Cars looking really good mate! These are really growing on me! I would be so tempted to paint those alloys black if it were mine tho!  :smiley:

You must of read my mind  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs
Post by: neil1780 on 18 June 2011, 14:45
Just read through all the pages of this  :cool: liking the vrs alot too  :lipsrsealed: well done wayne your cars looking awesome!!  :drool:

cracking job!!!

Tidy  :cool:


Thanks :afro:

The black detail finishes it off nicely.  I like it... I see a continuing theme coming maybe?  :lipsrsealed:

Yep, black and silver is the theme.


Black SSW Speeds. :afro:

Would love a set but they are no longer made, I have found a few other wheels I like.
Found this mate if your interested
http://www.topgear.co.uk/acatalog/4x_17_Inch_SSW_Speed_Silver_with_Diamond_Cut_Face_Alloy_Wheels_With_205_40_17_tyres.php

Also in 18 & 19s
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: daz veedub on 18 June 2011, 21:21
am feeling the black and silver theme mate   :cool:

keep up the good work  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Bellend on 19 June 2011, 21:56
Looking good mate!  :cool: Get those mirrors silver!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: neil1780 on 19 June 2011, 21:59
No probs mate would look awesome on the 19s :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 19 June 2011, 22:06
No probs mate would look awesome on the 19s :afro:

Having insurance issue at the minute but if sorted I will be going 18"s :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: dazzawest1987 on 19 June 2011, 22:26
No probs mate would look awesome on the 19s :afro:

Having insurance issue at the minute but if sorted I will be going 18"s :cool:
More than you expected?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 19 June 2011, 23:41
No probs mate would look awesome on the 19s :afro:

Having insurance issue at the minute but if sorted I will be going 18"s :cool:
More than you expected?

Nope they will not cover non standard alloys so stuck at the minute
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: dazzawest1987 on 20 June 2011, 09:11
That's a bit s**t, what 18's you going to go for if you get it sorted
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 20 June 2011, 09:17
That's a bit s**t, what 18's you going to go for if you get it sorted

I have a few options  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: robz on 20 June 2011, 09:20
That's a bit s**t, what 18's you going to go for if you get it sorted

I have a few options  :lipsrsealed:

sounds expensive :D
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 20 June 2011, 09:23
That's a bit s**t, what 18's you going to go for if you get it sorted

I have a few options  :lipsrsealed:

sounds expensive :D

Could be  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: robz on 20 June 2011, 09:25
:D:D
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: F17BAD on 20 June 2011, 09:28
I bet them Bentley wheels folk put on golfs would look ace on this
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 20 June 2011, 09:29
I bet them Bentley wheels folk put on golfs would look ace on this

I would never use adaptors but have seen one on Bentley rims.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: F17BAD on 20 June 2011, 09:30
what did it look like ?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 20 June 2011, 09:34
what did it look like ?

50 / 50 tbh, looked ok but I think 19"s are too big on these
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Fabla on 24 June 2011, 18:20
In't you tempted to put a lcr splitter on the front??  :wink:
Would look the business on yours.
Best £28 I've spent on a mod.  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: dom on 24 June 2011, 18:35
In't you tempted to put a lcr splitter on the front??  :wink:
Would look the business on yours.
Best £28 I've spent on a mod.  :grin:

I've been telling him that for weeks  :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 24 June 2011, 21:13
In't you tempted to put a lcr splitter on the front??  :wink:
Would look the business on yours.
Best £28 I've spent on a mod.  :grin:

Nope, too common these days and not wanting to drill holes in the new bumper.


I've been telling him that for weeks  :wink:

Thanks Dom :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 25 June 2011, 20:49
New mirror covers arrived today, plus doing the grille again :lipsrsealed:

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0075.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 26 June 2011, 19:24
So faced with a choice of paying the bodyshop to sort it or give it a go myself.

All in 4 primer and 10 :shocked: coats of gloss black on the mirrors got them looking like this, a couple of small runs but it is only mirrors at the end of the day.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0083.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: F17BAD on 26 June 2011, 19:26
look ace!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: dom on 27 June 2011, 00:20
Awesome job, they'll look great fitted :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: toledo on 27 June 2011, 10:52
Good work fella, you could have paid the bodyshop and got it back with a run in the paint , nice deep shine too   :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 27 June 2011, 15:13
Got to say i'm impressed with the outcome of the mirrors there!  :cool:

Could pass that off as coming from a body shop!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 27 June 2011, 15:33
Good work fella, you could have paid the bodyshop and got it back with a run in the paint , nice deep shine too   :smiley:

Cheers  :smiley:


Got to say i'm impressed with the outcome of the mirrors there!  :cool:

Could pass that off as coming from a body shop!

Thanks, for a rattle can job I am well happy :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 27 June 2011, 20:31
 :cry: well I am no expert but as the paint has hardened it no longer looks as good as it did.

Some parts have no shine plus it seems soft so given up now and taking them and the grill to the bodyshop tomorrow.

So Gloss Black or return to Silver :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Horney on 27 June 2011, 20:56
Give em a good T-cut mate.

Nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 27 June 2011, 20:58
Give em a good T-cut mate.

Nick

Did think of that but the paint feels very soft
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: SoundillusioN on 27 June 2011, 21:06
Give em a good T-cut mate.

Nick

Did think of that but the paint feels very soft

Too many coats too soon?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Bellend on 27 June 2011, 22:34
Try a good hard T cut in the morning.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: robz on 28 June 2011, 08:19
had that meself!
give it a while to dry out then leather it with t-cut!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: pablo64 on 28 June 2011, 09:07
put a couple of coats of lacquer on to give it  shine, wait for paint to harden tho
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: F17BAD on 28 June 2011, 09:17
 You need a rotary on them.. shame you are so far away or id do it for you

may aswell give T cut a go or a compound if you have any ?? before you go to the bodyshop



Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: tech1889 on 28 June 2011, 11:13
Tcut is rubbish take them to a bodyshop and ask them to polish them if you don't have a decent compound.. Also how many coats of lacquer you give them ??
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 28 June 2011, 11:15
Tcut is rubbish take them to a bodyshop and ask them to polish them if you don't have a decent compound.. Also how many coats of lacquer you give them ??

None that finish was straight from the can :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Bellend on 28 June 2011, 12:21
Proper original T-Cut is the best on cellulose spray cans. Flat the runs out with 1500 and a hard T-Cut. As Kells said, rotary is best. I laquered my rear light poorly just to experiment. Was two coats, cloudy job, rotary and T-Cut and it looks clear as you like!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: tech1889 on 28 June 2011, 12:40
Tcut is rubbish take them to a bodyshop and ask them to polish them if you don't have a decent compound.. Also how many coats of lacquer you give them ??

None that finish was straight from the can :smiley:

Let it dry and give it a couple of coats of lacquer  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 28 June 2011, 19:58
Well after speaking to the bodyshop, I have left them the mirrors and grille :lipsrsealed: he is doing a good price for repeat business.

Should be ready on Friday / Monday :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: tech1889 on 28 June 2011, 20:24
how much is a good price ??  :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 28 June 2011, 20:33
how much is a good price ??  :laugh:

£45 :lipsrsealed:

Plus might be having a few other areas / dents sorted next month.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: tech1889 on 28 June 2011, 21:05
how much is a good price ??  :laugh:

£45 :lipsrsealed:

Plus might be having a few other areas / dents sorted next month.

thats not bad for 3 parts tbh
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 28 June 2011, 21:21
how much is a good price ??  :laugh:

£45 :lipsrsealed:

Plus might be having a few other areas / dents sorted next month.

thats not bad for 3 parts tbh

They are top notch so I know they will do a great job, the bumper was spot on.

In other news, new wheels ordered
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: mellow yellow on 01 July 2011, 14:25
spill the beans....

your other topic dissappeared.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 02 July 2011, 20:44
 :cool: got them back today.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0101.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Seanl on 03 July 2011, 08:50
 :huh: I thought they were going black?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 03 July 2011, 09:15
They were...
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 03 July 2011, 09:43
They were...

But it went wrong, also a lot of people said the mirrors should be silver.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 03 July 2011, 09:59
Myself for one.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 03 July 2011, 20:06
Have had a busy day.

New grille center section (old one was broke)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0106a.jpg)

Fitted plus Mirror covers, colour matched surround and new custom retro badge

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0138a.jpg)

Painted all brakes and hubs, never had any black so went mad and did it all green also forgot to take pictures with the wheels off.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0127a.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0126a.jpg)

Debadged the boot plus matching retro badge.
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0110.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - small update pg18
Post by: Wayne on 03 July 2011, 20:08
Couple more pictures

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0119.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0147a.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0140a.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: Fabla on 03 July 2011, 20:12
Good job Wayne.
Did you use smooth green hamerite by any chance?
That's what I used on mine, pretty much exact original colour.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: F17BAD on 03 July 2011, 20:14
looks well tidy mate

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: Wayne on 03 July 2011, 20:15
Good job Wayne.
Did you use smooth green hamerite by any chance?
That's what I used on mine, pretty much exact original colour.

Yep, spot on match :afro:


looks well tidy mate

Thanks Brad :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: dom on 03 July 2011, 22:40
Grill, mirrors and brakes look awesome :afro:

Not too sure about the badges tbh :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: golf-sib on 03 July 2011, 22:51
I love the badge, looks good IMO, I want a VRS now  :sad: Wanting a saloon shape car.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: Fabla on 03 July 2011, 23:06
Grill, mirrors and brakes look awesome :afro:

Not too sure about the badges tbh :undecided:
It's a skoda thing  :laugh:
You haven't seen our transformer badges yet.  :grin:  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: golf-sib on 03 July 2011, 23:09
Grill, mirrors and brakes look awesome :afro:

Not too sure about the badges tbh :undecided:
It's a skoda thing  :laugh:
You haven't seen our transformer badges yet.  :grin:  :cool:

Show the transformer badges   :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: Fabla on 03 July 2011, 23:47
Grill, mirrors and brakes look awesome :afro:

Not too sure about the badges tbh :undecided:
It's a skoda thing  :laugh:
You haven't seen our transformer badges yet.  :grin:  :cool:

Show the transformer badges   :smiley:

Here's one. Don't wanna clutter Wayne's thread.
 (http://i764.photobucket.com/albums/xx288/Fabla/dscf1283e-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: Jack3559 on 03 July 2011, 23:51
Colour coded grill surround really works.

Also, love the old Å¡kool badges.

I hope your wheels are what I'm guessing they are.

Gotta try and find centre caps that match your badges. 
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 03 July 2011, 23:56
The wheels are gonna look sick.  :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 04 July 2011, 09:03
I'm liking all of it, brakes look sweet!  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: Jimp on 04 July 2011, 09:41
The new badges are very cool  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: SoundillusioN on 04 July 2011, 09:48
Looks good although I miss the black now.....

Tidy job with the brakes. :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: Wayne on 04 July 2011, 10:00
I'm liking all of it, brakes look sweet!  :cool:

The new badges are very cool  :cool:

Thanks :afro:


Looks good although I miss the black now.....

Tidy job with the brakes. :afro:

Thanks, I am still thinking of tinting the lights  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: SoundillusioN on 04 July 2011, 10:03
Looks good although I miss the black now.....

Tidy job with the brakes. :afro:

Thanks, I am still thinking of tinting the lights  :undecided:

Yeah, think it will look good.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: Jack3559 on 04 July 2011, 11:15
Could go with fly eye, apparently it doesn't affect the brightness of the beam as much as standard tint.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: SoundillusioN on 04 July 2011, 11:21
Could go with fly eye, apparently it doesn't affect the brightness of the beam as much as standard tint.

Dom's seems pretty good.  wasn't that from LL on here?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: Jack3559 on 04 July 2011, 11:44
Yeah, don't know exactly when LL gets back from the Americas... but he's always quite fair price wise or so I've heard.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 04 July 2011, 20:23
He charges £25 per pair of headlight tints don't he?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: Wayne on 04 July 2011, 20:25
If I do it then it will be Lamin X but just not sure how easy it is to do. :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 04 July 2011, 20:35
I bought  some proper lamin-x to do mine from a guy on eBay a couple of weeks ago, I did an offer of £12 for a pair of subtle tints and he accepted and that was with postage.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: Fabla on 04 July 2011, 21:33
If I do it then it will be Lamin X but just not sure how easy it is to do. :undecided:
Easy on the octavia lights, not curved enough to cause creases.
Make sure your lights are absolutely spotless from contaminants, turn them on full beam for the heat, then stick on and squegee the lines out.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: dom on 04 July 2011, 22:09
If I do it then it will be Lamin X but just not sure how easy it is to do. :undecided:

Lamin-X and the stuff from LL is very easy to use, i've got lamin-x on my fogs & stuff from LL on my headlights :wink:

Both are easy to peel back & reapply if you mess up, as already suggested make sure the lights are completely clean & degreased and use a hair dryer or similar when applying.

Lamin-x is slightly more expensive but comes with a fitting tool which is quite useful for smoothing out the bubbles, but LL sends you a couple of massive sheets so if you cut carefully you'll have plenty left over to tint other things if you wish :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: dubsport on 06 July 2011, 10:36
I would recommend the fly eye kit mate! :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Update pg26
Post by: brett on 07 July 2011, 08:51
liking the brakes nearly inspires me to do mine lol,looking good
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: Wayne on 09 July 2011, 22:34
Had an afternoon spare, first thing was to remove the rear wiper, don't really use it and it looks cleaner with out it.

Will keep hold of it so can be refitted if needed.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/oct1.jpg)

Part 2 was new wheels, thanks to all those for the help and advice plus big thanks to Dom for his photoshops etc, I had settled for LM's but having tried one against the car was not sure, so tried a few others and settled on these, let me know what you think.


(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0172oct.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0176oct.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0199oct.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0186oct.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: richw911 on 09 July 2011, 22:36
Love it  :cool: :cool: :cool: :cool: :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: Wayne on 09 July 2011, 22:37
Love it  :cool: :cool: :cool: :cool: :cool:

Thank you, a few mates were 50 /50 on them :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: Horney on 09 July 2011, 22:39
Got be honest, I'm 50/50 as well. I don't hate them, but I'm not sure if I like them either.

Nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: dom on 09 July 2011, 22:41
I think they look awesome, would look even better with a 30mm drop :lipsrsealed: :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: Shady Pioneer on 09 July 2011, 23:15
I think they look chavvy.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: Wayne on 09 July 2011, 23:17
Got be honest, I'm 50/50 as well. I don't hate them, but I'm not sure if I like them either.

Nick

No worries  :cool:


I think they look awesome, would look even better with a 30mm drop :lipsrsealed: :grin:

Thanks Dom, I don't think it needs lowering tbh. :smiley:


I think they look chavvy.

 :shocked: no probs, the trouble is 5x100 is a fitment going out of fashion and unless you want BBS's or Reps choices are limited.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: tdi_blu on 09 July 2011, 23:37
Wheels look sweet Wayne whole cars looking like its just rolled out the factory  :grin: you must have some time on your hands  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: Jimp on 10 July 2011, 00:11
Those wheels are seriously sweet  :cool: Looks spot on man :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: golf-sib on 10 July 2011, 00:17
Liking the wheels, but I think the black grill surround is needed  :sad:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: porter_89 on 10 July 2011, 00:34
very nice mate deffo a traformation to the old ones lol
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 10 July 2011, 02:02
Nice improvement mate although I can't help but think that it'd still massively benefit aesthetically from a minor drop of the ride height, nothing stupid to ruin comfort. Just enough the close up the arch gap on those spiffing new rims.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: mowlamb on 10 July 2011, 06:46
They completely transform it for looking standard to looking awesome :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: Seanl on 10 July 2011, 09:03
Its wierd, everyone else is saying its a huge transformation. I dont though.  :undecided: Look a bit bigger and lower profile but I dont think it changes the look of the car much.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: Wayne on 10 July 2011, 09:30
Liking the wheels, but I think the black grill surround is needed  :sad:

Was not keen on the grille or mirrors in the end hence the colour matched idea.


very nice mate deffo a traformation to the old ones lol

Thanks  :smiley:

Nice improvement mate although I can't help but think that it'd still massively benefit aesthetically from a minor drop of the ride height, nothing stupid to ruin comfort. Just enough the close up the arch gap on those spiffing new rims.

It is something I am thinking about.

They completely transform it for looking standard to looking awesome :cool:

Cheers  :smiley:

Its wierd, everyone else is saying its a huge transformation. I dont though.  :undecided: Look a bit bigger and lower profile but I dont think it changes the look of the car much.

No probs  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: Horney on 10 July 2011, 10:28
They've grown on me over night :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: Rhyso on 10 July 2011, 11:06
They've grown on me over night :cool:

Bet that was awkward getting out of bed this morning  :grin: :grin:

I like them; nice to be different :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: dom on 10 July 2011, 12:18
They've grown on me over night :cool:

Same with me, I liked them yesterday but the more I look at them the better I think they look :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: Wayne on 10 July 2011, 19:01
Thanks all :afro:

Some more pictures from this afternoon.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0217.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0206.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0235.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0231.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0233.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: Seanl on 10 July 2011, 19:15
Ok I'm a convert too!  :laugh:. Just been flicking between those above and the pics on page 1 and they do look much better.  :wink: :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: F17BAD on 10 July 2011, 21:07
looks clean, i like it, as said above, its not a massive transformation but enough to add a personal touch and still retain the original feel to the car. thats always a win for me

Not sure how these can be seen as chavvy tho, or is that just negativity because he dont like you so much LOL  :laugh: ? 

However, and im not having a go but I would have thought black wheels with a red lip was more chav but thats just my opinion :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: Jimp on 10 July 2011, 21:10
They suit the car perfectly imo, especially in pictures 1 and 3  :cool: Do you plan on going for a small drop like a 30mm cup kit?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: Shady Pioneer on 10 July 2011, 21:19
Nowt to do with me not liking him. Just think they look chavvy.  :rolleyes: Mind you I liked the black grill surround and mirrors, but alas that has changed now too. Not my car at the end of the day so...
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: Wayne on 10 July 2011, 21:24
Ok I'm a convert too!  :laugh:. Just been flicking between those above and the pics on page 1 and they do look much better.  :wink: :smiley:

Thanks  :smiley:


looks clean, i like it, as said above, its not a massive transformation but enough to add a personal touch and still retain the original feel to the car. thats always a win for me

Not sure how these can be seen as chavvy tho, or is that just negativity because he dont like you so much LOL  :laugh: ? 

However, and im not having a go but I would have thought black wheels with a red lip was more chav but thats just my opinion :undecided:

Thanks Brad, I was worried if you would like them  :cool:


They suit the car perfectly imo, especially in pictures 1 and 3  :cool: Do you plan on going for a small drop like a 30mm cup kit?

 :cool: not sure on lowering it at the minute.


Nowt to do with me not liking him. Just think they look chavvy.  :rolleyes: Mind you I liked the black grill surround and mirrors, but alas that has changed now too. Not my car at the end of the day so...

I can accept this from a man who has alloys that look like they came from Halfords.  :rolleyes:

Also define chav, I mean it is not like they were cheap  :lipsrsealed: or came from Halfords :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: Shady Pioneer on 10 July 2011, 21:32
I don't think Halfrauds do red rim alloys. :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: Horney on 10 July 2011, 21:33
My one does.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29
Post by: F17BAD on 10 July 2011, 21:52
I don't think Halfrauds do red rim alloys. :wink:

Leeds one does too


Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: travisreeve on 10 July 2011, 22:35
looks sweet dude an inprovement at that  :smiley: in a weird way they remind me of bbs CH's
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: shepgti on 11 July 2011, 00:56
should of bought a bora
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 11 July 2011, 08:03
should of bought a bora

Why  :huh: this is the same car underneath. :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: brett on 11 July 2011, 08:39
look nice in first pics but defo look better in the updated pics  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: pablo64 on 11 July 2011, 08:51
Wheels look good fella, bit of individuality, its your car and you can do whatever you like, we are all differant hence why our cars are to, nice car by btw  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: mellow yellow on 11 July 2011, 10:00
i'm personally not keen on the new wheels, i think i preferred the originals.

I think it would look much better with a drop...

any reason why your not going lower?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 11 July 2011, 10:51
i'm personally not keen on the new wheels, i think i preferred the originals.

I think it would look much better with a drop...

any reason why your not going lower?

Well I don't think it needs it also I have lots of speed bumps around the area I live and it is really easy to catch the front spoiler so would be much worse if I lowered it.

 :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: T_J_G on 11 July 2011, 10:59
New wheels look nice Wayne!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 11 July 2011, 11:11
Not usually a fan of multispokes or Octavia's, but these do suit the car well. i think i very small drop just to close some arch gap could do it for me. Also i think it would be cool if you got some Skoda centre caps in silver and green  :cool:

I see you mention colour match, inspiration from my thread?  :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: mellow yellow on 11 July 2011, 11:53
i'm personally not keen on the new wheels, i think i preferred the originals.

I think it would look much better with a drop...

any reason why your not going lower?

Well I don't think it needs it also I have lots of speed bumps around the area I live and it is really easy to catch the front spoiler so would be much worse if I lowered it.

 :smiley:

fairy muff!

i have the mother of all speed bumps on the entrance to my estate , i virtually have to see-saw down it  :cry: i go scrape, thud, scrape, bang, screech! I just cover my ears now!  :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: shepgti on 11 July 2011, 17:37
should of bought a bora

Why  :huh: this is the same car underneath. :smiley:

because its a skoda, and looks boring and dated...
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: F17BAD on 11 July 2011, 17:46
VW borings look boring and are dated, are they only 150 hp standard too?  and have smaller breaks ??    :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Bellend on 11 July 2011, 18:05
VW borings look boring and are dated, are they only 150 hp standard too?  and have smaller breaks ??    :undecided:

Tea or coffee though?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Fabla on 11 July 2011, 19:09
should of bought a bora

Why  :huh: this is the same car underneath. :smiley:

because its a skoda, and looks boring and dated...
Oi, don't start  :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: CCGTI on 11 July 2011, 20:12
im 50 50 on the wheels :undecided:
what size are they
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 11 July 2011, 20:37
im 50 50 on the wheels :undecided:
what size are they

8x18 with 225/40 Falken's, they are a 42 offset which seems to sit better than 35 plus I have room to play with spacers etc.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Horney on 11 July 2011, 22:22
Might be going to look at this at the weekend:

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3013378.htm

Nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: benvictors on 11 July 2011, 22:31
I really like the wheels Wayne, although as said before, a nice drop would really set the car off :cool: :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: F17BAD on 11 July 2011, 23:00
Might be going to look at this at the weekend:

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3013378.htm

Nick

that looks sweet mate
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 12 July 2011, 00:37
If i'm totally honest they took a few minutes to work for me, then I looked back at you're other choices and decided that you've made a good choice, BBS and BBS style is everywhere, even my car! something different gets my vote and I certainly don't think they look chavy.  I think half the reason it took me a while was because I too think it could do with 10-15mm drop.  :lipsrsealed:  You must have some crazy ass speedbumps in your area. However, i'm sure setup wise it's still spot on for handling where it might not be if it was lowered.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: robz on 12 July 2011, 08:26
Thumbs up from me Wayne!!!
Small drop and perfect!! We can break you lol, you will drop it :D
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 12 July 2011, 10:49
If i'm totally honest they took a few minutes to work for me, then I looked back at you're other choices and decided that you've made a good choice, BBS and BBS style is everywhere, even my car! something different gets my vote and I certainly don't think they look chavy.  I think half the reason it took me a while was because I too think it could do with 10-15mm drop.  :lipsrsealed:  You must have some crazy ass speedbumps in your area. However, i'm sure setup wise it's still spot on for handling where it might not be if it was lowered.

Thanks Shaun, that is the problem it drives spot on, I have always found lowering a car tends to ruin it.


Thumbs up from me Wayne!!!
Small drop and perfect!! We can break you lol, you will drop it :D

The trouble is Rob that a good quality lowering set is not going to be cheap and at the end of the day all it will lower it is 15mm
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Fabla on 12 July 2011, 11:11
What about the Eibach 25mm Pro Kit drop? (actually drops about 20mm) Made for the original damper.
Got them on mine, the drive is a lot better and I mean a lot, still cumfy to. I don't like it silly low myself.  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Fabla on 12 July 2011, 11:12
Not meaning to push you into it or anything, just I was paranoid about being to low and ruining the drive and ruining the dampers, but I'm well happy with the Eibach's.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 12 July 2011, 13:52
Not meaning to push you into it or anything, just I was paranoid about being to low and ruining the drive and ruining the dampers, but I'm well happy with the Eibach's.

Thanks for the info, I will have a think.

One small thing to update, I have a rear caliper in trouble so have ordered a new one today.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: robz on 12 July 2011, 15:34
I can imagine a kit won't be cheap mate, understand that but as always thinking of the perfect outcome regardless of life situations haha
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Fabla on 12 July 2011, 18:47
Not meaning to push you into it or anything, just I was paranoid about being to low and ruining the drive and ruining the dampers, but I'm well happy with the Eibach's.

Thanks for the info, I will have a think.

One small thing to update, I have a rear caliper in trouble so have ordered a new one today.
Lift the console up at back of handbrake and you'll also find one cable further back than the other. Unless you already know.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 12 July 2011, 21:16
Not meaning to push you into it or anything, just I was paranoid about being to low and ruining the drive and ruining the dampers, but I'm well happy with the Eibach's.

Thanks for the info, I will have a think.

One small thing to update, I have a rear caliper in trouble so have ordered a new one today.
Lift the console up at back of handbrake and you'll also find one cable further back than the other. Unless you already know.

The handbrake side of it looks fine (ish) but the piston is seized
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 12 July 2011, 21:59
Interesting that's its seized.  Only known that to happen when a boot has gone and the brakes haven't been used in a while.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 12 July 2011, 23:13
Interesting that's its seized.  Only known that to happen when a boot has gone and the brakes haven't been used in a while.

Well, I have noticed in the time I have had the car, that wheel (osr) has a lot more brake dust on it so I always wondered what was up with it, today I found out  :grin:

It was just something I could have done without this month tbh  :smiley: however it is brakes / safety so needs must.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 12 July 2011, 23:16
Always the way though Wayne, spend money on good stuff and something poop comes along to steal more funds... Ah well, you have to expect the odd niggle from a new motor, lets hope that's all.  Nice sig BTW.  :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 12 July 2011, 23:18
Always the way though Wayne, spend money on good stuff and something poop comes along to steal more funds... Ah well, you have to expect the odd niggle from a new motor, lets hope that's all.  Nice sig BTW.  :wink:

I hope that is all, funds are stretched  :grin:, thanks again for the help with the sig  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 12 July 2011, 23:20
Always the way though Wayne, spend money on good stuff and something poop comes along to steal more funds... Ah well, you have to expect the odd niggle from a new motor, lets hope that's all.  Nice sig BTW.  :wink:

I hope that is all, funds are stretched  :grin:, thanks again for the help with the sig  :smiley:

No worries... Yeah I really need a fist full of 20s for mine right now!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 13 July 2011, 21:35
New caliper has arrived today, will be fitted on Friday. :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 14 July 2011, 11:55
New caliper has arrived today, will be fitted on Friday. :smiley:
Cool, are you doing it or giving it to a garage?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 14 July 2011, 12:14
New caliper has arrived today, will be fitted on Friday. :smiley:
Cool, are you doing it or giving it to a garage?

It is booked in with the garage for the morning.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 14 July 2011, 12:17
New caliper has arrived today, will be fitted on Friday. :smiley:
Cool, are you doing it or giving it to a garage?

It is booked in with the garage for the morning.  :smiley:

Lazy  :rolleyes:  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 14 July 2011, 12:42
New caliper has arrived today, will be fitted on Friday. :smiley:
Cool, are you doing it or giving it to a garage?

It is booked in with the garage for the morning.  :smiley:

Lazy  :rolleyes:  :grin:

Well A) I am working B) want it fixed before driving to Combe on Saturday. :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 14 July 2011, 12:57
New caliper has arrived today, will be fitted on Friday. :smiley:
Cool, are you doing it or giving it to a garage?

It is booked in with the garage for the morning.  :smiley:

Lazy  :rolleyes:  :grin:

Well A) I am working B) want it fixed before driving to Combe on Saturday. :smiley:

Fair enough....Wish I was going now, don't think i've set myself up for enough shows this year.  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 15 July 2011, 11:26
News from garage, caliper all fitted and working fine.

will need to be painted on Sunday.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 15 July 2011, 11:29
News from garage, caliper all fitted and working fine.

will need to be painted on Sunday.  :smiley:

Nice one... lets hope that's it now then.  :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 15 July 2011, 11:35
News from garage, caliper all fitted and working fine.

will need to be painted on Sunday.  :smiley:

Nice one... lets hope that's it now then.  :wink:

Hope so, I haz plans for next month.  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 15 July 2011, 11:36
News from garage, caliper all fitted and working fine.

will need to be painted on Sunday.  :smiley:

Nice one... lets hope that's it now then.  :wink:

Hope so, I haz plans for next month.  :lipsrsealed:

Air ride.  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 15 July 2011, 11:38
Some form of tinting?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 15 July 2011, 11:39
Some form of tinting?

Yes and a few other ideas.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 15 July 2011, 11:40
Some form of tinting?

Yes and a few other ideas.

 :grin: OK I got one.... hmmm will have to see about the other idea's unless you want to give us a clue?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: robz on 15 July 2011, 12:06
Mk2 front end? :D
Tinting headlights?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: dom on 15 July 2011, 12:08
Glad the caliper is sorted :afro:

Can't be many more little bits & pieces to do can there? You can start to help me with my mods if you like....you can begin by finding & buying me some BBS CH please :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 17 July 2011, 19:27
So a few small jobs for today.

Cleaned under the bonnet.

Before.
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/octavia019.jpg)

After.
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0282.jpg)

Painted new caliper

Before
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0279.jpg)

After
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0283.jpg)


Also I am thinking of selling my wheels, I will be keeping the tyres for the new rims, so if your interested in a set of Innovt Alloys, 8x18, 5x100 and a 42 offset so lots of room for spacers if you wish drop me a pm.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Fabla on 17 July 2011, 21:23
Your selling your new wheels?????????????? Why ?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 17 July 2011, 21:26
Your selling your new wheels?????????????? Why ?

I have something else lined up :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: F17BAD on 17 July 2011, 21:28
are u putting the engine cover back on  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 17 July 2011, 21:30
are u putting the engine cover back on  :cool:

Nope, stuck it on ebay, seems to run a fraction cooler without it.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Fabla on 17 July 2011, 21:31
Your selling your new wheels?????????????? Why ?

I have something else lined up :lipsrsealed:
You just bought them???
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 17 July 2011, 21:33
Your selling your new wheels?????????????? Why ?

I have something else lined up :lipsrsealed:
You just bought them???

I know but someone said they were chav plus I have the chance of something else.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Fabla on 17 July 2011, 21:38
Your selling your new wheels?????????????? Why ?

I have something else lined up :lipsrsealed:
You just bought them???

I know but someone said they were chav plus I have the chance of something else.
They must be good for you to change your mind that quick!!!  :grin:
Octy vrs's can look look good with the right wheels.  :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: dom on 17 July 2011, 22:50
Your selling your new wheels?????????????? Why ?

I have something else lined up :lipsrsealed:
You just bought them???

I know but someone said they were chav plus I have the chance of something else.
They must be good for you to change your mind that quick!!!  :grin:
Octy vrs's can look look good with the right wheels.  :wink:

If it's what I think then I can safely say they're good, i'm extremely jealous anyway :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Jack3559 on 17 July 2011, 22:54
I hope they're what I think they're gonna be.  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 18 July 2011, 09:24
Please say its a set of these.

(http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/m01lHIwJ9-H2QthLrNythAQ/140.jpg)

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 18 July 2011, 09:28
Your selling your new wheels?????????????? Why ?

I have something else lined up :lipsrsealed:
You just bought them???

I know but someone said they were chav plus I have the chance of something else.

Someone?......  you sound like one person convinced you!  :shocked:  :grin: someone doesn't like my quattro bonnet, I'm selling it.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 18 July 2011, 09:35
I'm disappointed Wayne, I can't believe you're selling them after one criticism. It doesn't matter what you put on there'll always be "someone" that doesn't approve.
The replacements better be good or im gonna lay right into you...  :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 18 July 2011, 09:45
I'm disappointed Wayne, I can't believe you're selling them after one criticism. It doesn't matter what you put on there'll always be "someone" that doesn't approve.
The replacements better be good or im gonna lay right into you...  :wink:

It's not just the comment, however that's how it comes across.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Jimp on 18 July 2011, 09:56
Work Eurolines?  :lipsrsealed:
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5131/5555274156_c1bb1b60a6.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 18 July 2011, 10:09
^^^^^ *dribble*
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Shady Pioneer on 18 July 2011, 12:59
I look forward to seeing what you replace them with. :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 18 July 2011, 14:19
I look forward to seeing what you replace them with. :wink:

(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_kSiL_6q6sXI/TJup5iagKxI/AAAAAAAAAJ4/b6-S7OEXkqY/s640/old_%2Bskoda_car%2Bpicture_wood_wheels.JPG)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 18 July 2011, 20:59
Those log wheels are incredible. :drool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 19 July 2011, 00:06
Thanks shaun  :laugh:

Sorry Wayne, didn't mean to ruin the surprise!  :grin:

Those log wheels are incredible. :drool:

I'd love to see something like this on a rat dub.  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 25 July 2011, 16:59
So I have been having problems the last 3 to 4 of weeks, will run fine for a week or so then run like a bag of crap.

Only had the em light come on and stay on once, code suggested maf, lambda or injector, cleared it then a week later it ran poor but no light, after speaking to Rhyso @ Combe he was kind enough to ran vagcom and the same codes were showing.

Last night played up again, no light but checked the codes stored, same codes again showing, following speaking to Rhys again he suggested to unplug the maf and drive it, did that and it seems a lot smoother.

So have today ordered a new maf plus also have a set of new plugs to go in, hoping that will sort it.

So big thanks to Rhys for all his help and advice :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Rhyso on 25 July 2011, 17:01
No pressure on me being correct then  :shocked: :grin: :grin:

Fingers crossed it sorts it for you Wayne :afro:  If not we can try and arrange something to investigate a little further  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 25 July 2011, 17:02
No pressure on me being correct then  :shocked: :grin: :grin:

Fingers crossed it sorts it for you Wayne :afro:  If not we can try and arrange something to investigate a little further  :smiley:

Cheers Rhys, cannot thank you enough for all your help.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: lemski on 25 July 2011, 17:03
Like the wheels wayne. Shame about running problems. Good that they may be sorted now
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Bellend on 25 July 2011, 17:25
Dunno about the VAG scene but we had coilpack, O2 sensor and random misfire codes on a CLK Merc, MAF sorted it.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: F17BAD on 25 July 2011, 18:16
i had to have new maf, made a HUGE change

Wont be the plugs, if it drives smooth with no maf plugged in (common test) then id say MAF..

VAG cars EAT Maf's  :angry:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 25 July 2011, 18:35
^^ In my experience its around this era too.

Shame you've had some jip. At least its sorted now.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 25 July 2011, 20:55
^^ In my experience its around this era too.

Shame you've had some jip. At least its sorted now.

Not yet, maf arrives tomorrow so will be fitting it asap as they are exchange.


Have managed to sort one fault code tonight by fitting a new brake light switch, was suprised how different the new one was.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: F17BAD on 25 July 2011, 21:27
what other codes did you have ??

how much was your maf and wher edid you buy it?

Got mine from audi, worked out at £103 with the VAT and i gave them my old one back

I avoided eurocarparts because iv read on the  S3 and  LCR forums loads of theirs a faulty out the box !!  always good to test the flow on vagcom after and work out the BHP.

My old one was only giving me 189 bhp so i was about 30 down on power!!, new maf fitted and it was back to full power and the gears were a lot longer and now holds boost longer and spikes at 17psi which is good for standard map

Have you considered fitting a boost gauge, they are very very good for visual aid
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 25 July 2011, 21:36
what other codes did you have ??

how much was your maf and where did you buy it?

Got mine from audi, worked out at £103 with the VAT and i gave them my old one back

Have you considered fitting a boost gauge, they are very very good for visual aid

The main codes were brake light switch (sorted now) the usual 17703 plus 17536 which is one of three things, MAF, Oxygen sensor or
Fuel injector so after speaking to Rhys tried it with the maf unpluged and seems better so went for that as a 1st step.

Did price it from Skoda £99 with vat, went direct to Bosch through work and paid less.

I am thinking of a boost gauge but it is money at the minute, so many things need funds yet I am trying to stick to a plan if that makes sense, next month I want to change my chav alloys as a 1st step plus hope to have this problem put to bed so I can move onto the next stage.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: F17BAD on 25 July 2011, 21:40
Faulty maf wont show up on Vagcom but a faulty map may throw up codes for other stuff because its not wiorking correct (if this makes sense)

so yea as expensive as they are its always good to change it. Some dude told me if i dont know when mine was last doen - change it regardless!!

and was also told the start to go faulty as little as 30k miles (mines done 40k)

Deffo get a boost gauge when u can they are not that expensive but are well worth having  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: F17BAD on 25 July 2011, 21:45
They get weaker and weaker slowly, so you may not realise your not running at peak power. mine is night and day faster now, holds on in each gear much longer..

when i un plugged mine, their was zero change in how the car ran
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 26 July 2011, 12:34
Woah.... hold on horsey... your changing your wheels already?  :shocked:

Negative comments are the best ones.. just look in my thread!  :cool: :grin:

Hopefully the MAF sorts your issues out :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 26 July 2011, 12:55
Woah.... hold on horsey... your changing your wheels already?  :shocked:

Negative comments are the best ones.. just look in my thread!  :cool: :grin:

Hopefully the MAF sorts your issues out :afro:

Yep!.... Wayne's going to become one of those people that changes wheels every 5 minutes, bit like Chuff and his cars!  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 26 July 2011, 13:01
Woah.... hold on horsey... your changing your wheels already?  :shocked:

Negative comments are the best ones.. just look in my thread!  :cool: :grin:

Hopefully the MAF sorts your issues out :afro:

Yep!.... Wayne's going to become one of those people that changes wheels every 5 minutes, bit like Chuff and his cars!  :grin:

Well on my Vectra I had 7 sets  :shocked: if I do change these that will be it.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 26 July 2011, 13:05
Woah.... hold on horsey... your changing your wheels already?  :shocked:

Negative comments are the best ones.. just look in my thread!  :cool: :grin:

Hopefully the MAF sorts your issues out :afro:

Yep!.... Wayne's going to become one of those people that changes wheels every 5 minutes, bit like Chuff and his cars!  :grin:

Well on my Vectra I had 7 sets  :shocked: if I do change these that will be it.

 :shocked:  I was right, you can end up going mad with wheels then......

Ha, that will be it, (until next time!)  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 26 July 2011, 13:14
the mind works in mysterious ways, it may see something else it likes in the future!  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 26 July 2011, 13:24
the mind works in mysterious ways, it may see something else it likes in the future!  :grin:

The mind might however the wallet will say no :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 26 July 2011, 13:25
the mind works in mysterious ways, it may see something else it likes in the future!  :grin:

The mind might however the wallet will say no :laugh:

 :grin:  True... My wallet is no longer my friend!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Jimp on 26 July 2011, 14:29
Does this make Wayne the forum wheel whore?  :huh: :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 26 July 2011, 14:37
Does this make Wayne the forum wheel whore?  :huh: :grin:

Not yet, there are far worse i've seen on here
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: lemski on 26 July 2011, 20:03
What wheels? I've missed apage. My wallets never my friend. :(
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Rhyso on 26 July 2011, 20:09
What's the verdict with the new MAF  :huh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Steve_PD on 26 July 2011, 20:13
Well on my Vectra I had 7 sets  :shocked: if I do change these that will be it.

your as bad with wheels as I am with trainers :lipsrsealed: :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Rhyso on 26 July 2011, 20:14
Well on my Vectra I had 7 sets  :shocked: if I do change these that will be it.

your as bad with wheels as I am with trainers :lipsrsealed: :grin:

No one can match you and your trainer fetish
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: golf-sib on 26 July 2011, 20:32
Can't wait for you to get these new wheels on... so that I can give a negative comment and watch them be changed again  :smug:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 26 July 2011, 21:29
What's the verdict with the new MAF  :huh:

:afro: New plugs and maf fitted tonight, just come back from a 26 mile mixed driving trip, early days but feels much smoother and sings around towards the top end now plus fook me  :shocked: does it feel quick now.

As I said early days, but code has not come back so just a matter of seeing how it all goes now.

So thanks again Rhys, don't think I would have nailed it without your help.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Rhyso on 26 July 2011, 21:31
Not a problem; keep me updated :afro:

If all is well its time to make it go faster again  :evil:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 26 July 2011, 21:32
Not a problem; keep me updated :afro:

If all is well its time to make it go faster again  :evil:

Yep that is the choice now if all is ok, leave wheels as is and go for remap, filter and forge dv or wheels next month and make quicker the month after.  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 26 July 2011, 21:37
Not a problem; keep me updated :afro:

If all is well its time to make it go faster again  :evil:

Yep that is the choice now if all is ok, leave wheels as is and go for remap, filter and forge dv or wheels next month and make quicker the month after.  :undecided:

Yey, all good now then fingers crossed, so you're not chaging the wheels now?  :rolleyes:  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 26 July 2011, 21:39
Not a problem; keep me updated :afro:

If all is well its time to make it go faster again  :evil:

Yep that is the choice now if all is ok, leave wheels as is and go for remap, filter and forge dv or wheels next month and make quicker the month after.  :undecided:

Yey, all good now then fingers crossed, so you're not chaging the wheels now?  :rolleyes:  :grin:

Not sure, thinking of making it quicker  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 26 July 2011, 21:40
You're worse than a woman with frocks!  :grin:

Kidding.

You just did that by sorting the MAF out....  :laugh:

Cool, 480bhp here we come!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 27 July 2011, 11:11
You just did that by sorting the MAF out....  :laugh:

Cool, 480bhp here we come!

Not that mad but around 210bhp would be nice :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 27 July 2011, 11:21
You just did that by sorting the MAF out....  :laugh:

Cool, 480bhp here we come!

Not that mad but around 210bhp would be nice :cool:

.......... to start with.  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 31 July 2011, 21:51
Todays mod  :lipsrsealed:

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/IMG00082-20110731-1636.jpg)









Don't panic, 10mins later it was removed, I could see it being classed as chav.

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Fabla on 31 July 2011, 22:09
You haven't really taken it off???
Looks good.  :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: F17BAD on 31 July 2011, 23:18
Looked good that
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 31 July 2011, 23:52
Looked good that

 :undecided: I was 50/50 on it and could see some abuse coming so 10mins later took it back off.

Thinking of switching to a glass mount then loosing the roof aerial altogether.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Bellend on 31 July 2011, 23:55
Looked good that

 :undecided: I was 50/50 on it and could see some abuse coming so 10mins later took it back off.

Thinking of switching to a glass mount then loosing the roof aerial altogether.

You drive a Skoda, abuse comes with the logbook.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 01 August 2011, 00:01
Looked good that

 :undecided: I was 50/50 on it and could see some abuse coming so 10mins later took it back off.

Thinking of switching to a glass mount then loosing the roof aerial altogether.

You drive a Skoda, abuse comes with the logbook.

Not really, it is a Skoda that has a lot of respect and it is around 80% VW Golf  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Bellend on 01 August 2011, 00:14
Looked good that
:rolleyes:
 :undecided: I was 50/50 on it and could see some abuse coming so 10mins later took it back off.

Thinking of switching to a glass mount then loosing the roof aerial altogether.

You drive a Skoda, abuse comes with the logbook.

Not really, it is a Skoda that has a lot of respect and it is around 80% VW Golf  :smiley:

I know mate, just some classic Skoda banter.  :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 01 August 2011, 10:01
Looked good that

 :undecided: I was 50/50 on it and could see some abuse coming so 10mins later took it back off.

Thinking of switching to a glass mount then loosing the roof aerial altogether.

You drive a Skoda, abuse comes with the logbook.

Not really, it is a Skoda that has a lot of respect and it is around 80% VW Golf  :smiley:

Yeah it's not a proper Skoda  :rolleyes:

(http://school.jslocombe.com/canterbury/images/old%20skoda.JPG)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Fabla on 01 August 2011, 10:45
^^^ Embarrassing  :embarassed:
Delete it, quick  :laugh:  :laugh:

Wayne, a Honda stubby aerial works well with your car, better reception to.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Rhyso on 01 August 2011, 10:46
^^^ Embarrassing  :embarassed:
Delete it, quick  :laugh:  :laugh:

Wayne, a Honda stubby aerial works well with your car, better reception to.


Says the man with the world's biggest aerial on his car  :tongue:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 01 August 2011, 10:48
^^^ Embarrassing  :embarassed:
Delete it, quick  :laugh:  :laugh:

Wayne, a Honda stubby aerial works well with your car, better reception to.


Should the old aerial unscrew then, as it does not seem to on mine.

Well it will unscrew so far but then seems to just go round and round.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 01 August 2011, 10:57
^^^ Embarrassing  :embarassed:
Delete it, quick  :laugh:  :laugh:


Why? It's just like a Porsche, Rear engine, rear wheel drive... and a massive 58 BHP to get it drifting!!!  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 01 August 2011, 11:00
^^^ Embarrassing  :embarassed:
Delete it, quick  :laugh:  :laugh:


Why? It's just like a Porsche, Rear engine, rear wheel drive... and a massive 58 BHP to get it drifting!!!  :grin:

Do you remember the sport kit that was available, big valve head, cam and a webber carb, they were around 90bhp
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Fabla on 01 August 2011, 11:11
^^^ Embarrassing  :embarassed:
Delete it, quick  :laugh:  :laugh:

Wayne, a Honda stubby aerial works well with your car, better reception to.


Should the old aerial unscrew then, as it does not seem to on mine.

Well it will unscrew so far but then seems to just go round and round.
Unscrew it fully then give it a strong tug. It will come out, all Skoda's are the same.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-Honda-Aerial-Mast-fit-Civic-CR-V-Accord-/320723245750?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item4aac985ab6#ht_842wt_934
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Fabla on 01 August 2011, 11:13
^^^ Embarrassing  :embarassed:
Delete it, quick  :laugh:  :laugh:

Wayne, a Honda stubby aerial works well with your car, better reception to.


Says the man with the world's biggest aerial on his car  :tongue:
:laugh:  :laugh: I know, but cannot bring myself to actually pay for an aerial.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 01 August 2011, 11:18
^^^ Embarrassing  :embarassed:
Delete it, quick  :laugh:  :laugh:


Why? It's just like a Porsche, Rear engine, rear wheel drive... and a massive 58 BHP to get it drifting!!!  :grin:

Do you remember the sport kit that was available, big valve head, cam and a webber carb, they were around 90bhp

Yeah, i've known of some with bigger HP but not with an OEM motor... Get some power and stick it in a Rapide.  :grin:

Don't look too bad

(http://www.skodamotorsport.com/Rapid-44.JPG)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 01 August 2011, 11:41
^^^ Embarrassing  :embarassed:
Delete it, quick  :laugh:  :laugh:

Wayne, a Honda stubby aerial works well with your car, better reception to.


Should the old aerial unscrew then, as it does not seem to on mine.

Well it will unscrew so far but then seems to just go round and round.
Unscrew it fully then give it a strong tug. It will come out, all Skoda's are the same.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-Honda-Aerial-Mast-fit-Civic-CR-V-Accord-/320723245750?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item4aac985ab6#ht_842wt_934

Cheers I will price one with Honda 1st as with have a trade account through work.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: F17BAD on 01 August 2011, 12:27
Do you remember the sport kit that was available, big valve head, cam and a webber carb, they were around 90bhp

The Super Estelle ?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 01 August 2011, 12:31
Do you remember the sport kit that was available, big valve head, cam and a webber carb, they were around 90bhp

The Super Estelle ?

Nope they did sport kits which also included bodykits with a big rear spoiler (honest), will try and find a picture later.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: F17BAD on 01 August 2011, 12:35
Wont clog your page with this pic

But i hope its not one of these  :laugh: :laugh:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/triggerscarstuff/3781663754/sizes/m/in/photostream/
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 01 August 2011, 12:58
Wont clog your page with this pic

But i hope its not one of these  :laugh: :laugh:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/triggerscarstuff/3781663754/sizes/m/in/photostream/
I feel bad now.

OMG. Thats phat!.. Right up your street isn't Brad?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: F17BAD on 01 August 2011, 13:17
Love the colour.. haha  :laugh: 

Bad boy skoda that mate  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 01 August 2011, 13:21
Love the colour.. haha  :laugh: 

Bad boy skoda that mate  :grin:

That's what I thought, proper 90's colour right there.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: F17BAD on 01 August 2011, 13:27
yeah thats similar to the Porker blue i was on a about  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 01 August 2011, 13:31
yeah thats similar to the Porker blue i was on a about  :cool:

and as I already said, that Skoda has a lot in common with a Porsche!  :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 01 August 2011, 23:48
Well I was all set on ordering the new alloys, however I have purchased a holiday instead :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 01 August 2011, 23:53
Anywhere nice?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 02 August 2011, 00:00
Anywhere nice?

Cala 'N Blanes in Menorca for 7days.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: mellow yellow on 02 August 2011, 09:14
Anywhere nice?

Cala 'N Blanes in Menorca for 7days.

nice.... go to mahon gin distillary!!! i'm booking for next year, wanting to stay in cala gal dana.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 02 August 2011, 09:43
Well I was all set on ordering the new alloys, however I have purchased a holiday instead :grin:

Since when?.... I thought you bailed on new wheels a while ago.  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 02 August 2011, 10:02
Well I was all set on ordering the new alloys, however I have purchased a holiday instead :grin:

Since when?.... I thought you bailed on new wheels a while ago.  :undecided:

Nope I still want to change them but what I had lined up fell through so it is working out what to get instead.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: SoundillusioN on 02 August 2011, 10:06
Well I was all set on ordering the new alloys, however I have purchased a holiday instead :grin:

Since when?.... I thought you bailed on new wheels a while ago.  :undecided:

Nope I still want to change them but what I had lined up fell through so it is working out what to get instead.

Oh, last I remember was you saying you were going to stick with what you have and go for some power instead...
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Jimp on 02 August 2011, 10:17
If you are getting new wheels they'd want to be pretty baller to top what you have already  :tongue: Holiday was the better choice :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 05 August 2011, 12:12
Been having a think about things, car is running the best it ever has so not sure about a remap, in the back of my mind if I did it and it caused issues I have gained nothing.

So going to leave it as is for another month or so.

I have in the last hour ordered the a new set of wheels, will take about a week to land and they are only bringing in 10 sets to start with so will be something different.

Going to order some custom center caps as well.

Thanks to all the members for help and advice on which ones to go for.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Rhyso on 05 August 2011, 12:13
Booo - big wheels slow you down  :tongue:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 05 August 2011, 12:15
Booo - big wheels slow you down  :tongue:

Staying with 18"s and using the tyres I have, they don't seem to hurt it too much.  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 05 August 2011, 13:03
Great choice of wheels, if i do say so myself! :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 05 August 2011, 14:52
I reckon they'll look pretty damn sweet mate, let's hope so anyway as the wheel expenditure is rapidly rising.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: T_J_G on 05 August 2011, 16:40
Spill the beans Wayne!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Steve_PD on 05 August 2011, 17:07
what wheels you gone for then?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: T_J_G on 05 August 2011, 19:29
I wouldn't worry about these looking poop, I think they'll look really good.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: scottv6 on 06 August 2011, 08:30
id have gone for the remap, once yo have one dont you wont believe the difference its like driving a new car.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 06 August 2011, 08:43
id have gone for the remap, once yo have one dont you wont believe the difference its like driving a new car.

Still thinking of doing it but will be in Sept if I do  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Bellend on 06 August 2011, 08:50
What wheels then?  :tongue:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Bellend on 06 August 2011, 08:59
What wheels then?  :tongue:

All will be revealed soon  :lipsrsealed:

PM.  :tongue:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 10 August 2011, 13:04
Been a slight delay with the wheels but they are now clearing customs :afro: so I should get them early next week.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 10 August 2011, 13:26
Been a slight delay with the wheels but they are now clearing customs :afro: so I should get them early next week.

 :angry: i was all excited, thinking they had turned up and were on the car!  :cool: They are going to look lairy!  :cool: :cool: :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Fabla on 10 August 2011, 13:35
id have gone for the remap, once yo have one dont you wont believe the difference its like driving a new car.

Still thinking of doing it but will be in Sept if I do  :smiley:

Just to add to this.
I've never been bothered about my cars being mapped before but I had my Fabia done and as said above it's like driving new faster car  :grin: (I'm now munching z4's down)  :laugh:  :laugh:
Get it done next month, you will love it in your car!!!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 10 August 2011, 14:09
id have gone for the remap, once yo have one dont you wont believe the difference its like driving a new car.

Still thinking of doing it but will be in Sept if I do  :smiley:

Just to add to this.
I've never been bothered about my cars being mapped before but I had my Fabia done and as said above it's like driving new faster car  :grin: (I'm now munching z4's down)  :laugh:  :laugh:
Get it done next month, you will love it in your car!!!

Thanks :afro: will need to sell the old wheels 1st but it is something I am planning.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: T_J_G on 10 August 2011, 14:12
Where are the new rims comings from Wayne?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 13 August 2011, 10:14
Wheels are going to later next week now may even be the following week thanks to a further delay with customs   :cry:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: porter_89 on 13 August 2011, 10:21
you gettin new wheels again mate??

cheers
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 13 August 2011, 10:27
you gettin new wheels again mate??

Yep, they were ordered on the 5th Aug but have had a few delays along the way.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: porter_89 on 13 August 2011, 10:42
wat you doing with the ones you got lol
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 13 August 2011, 10:45
wat you doing with the ones you got lol

I will be selling them but will be keeping the tyres for the new rims.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: T_J_G on 13 August 2011, 10:59
Damn delays. Can't wait to see the new hoops on!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 18 August 2011, 23:09
Boost gauge and airvent mounted holder all ordered yesterday.

Still no more news on the wheels  :angry:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 19 August 2011, 19:09
Not happy  :cry: :cry: :cry:

Will not be getting the wheels, been chasing all week with no real news until today, it seems his supplier has stopped making them in 5x100 in the colour I wanted so I am back to square one.

I have got a refund all ok but it is what to go for now. :undecided:

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: benvictors on 19 August 2011, 19:29
Thats a sh!tter when that happens mate, allpaid up and ordered, just waiting on delivery, then they drop taht on you, BAR STEWARDS  :angry: :angry:
Did you have a back up wheel plan or is it back the drawing board  :huh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: T_J_G on 19 August 2011, 20:02
Black ones of the same?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 19 August 2011, 20:10
Ah ball sacks!!  :sad:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 19 August 2011, 20:22
Thats a sh!tter when that happens mate, allpaid up and ordered, just waiting on delivery, then they drop taht on you, BAR STEWARDS  :angry: :angry:
Did you have a back up wheel plan or is it back the drawing board  :huh:

Back to the drawing board I think.


Black ones of the same?

Not sure if black wheels on a silver car would work.


Ah ball sacks!!  :sad:

Cheers :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Jimp on 19 August 2011, 20:26
Sucks about the wheels man  :cry: What were they out of interest?
On the plus side your current wheels still look damn good :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: scottv6 on 20 August 2011, 09:50
just go for the remap mate,you no you want to.  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 20 August 2011, 12:32
What a load of sh1t!!  :angry: those wheels would have been sweet!

Pm me if you find something else :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 21 August 2011, 19:09
Another set of wheels ordered :lipsrsealed:

Lets hope all goes ok this time.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: dom on 21 August 2011, 19:12
Another set of wheels ordered :lipsrsealed:

Lets hope all goes ok this time.

Tbh, I think I prefer these ones :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 22 August 2011, 12:17
Do you ever feel like giving up  :cry:

I had this email this morning.


hi there
i am afraid we have run out of stock of the alloy wheels you have purchased form us
i have issued a full refund
i do apologise if any trouble caused
we thank you and appreciate your paitence and understanding



So 3rd time lucky, I have now another set from somewhere else.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Shady Pioneer on 22 August 2011, 12:56
This is what happens when you try to be 'different', you just can't.  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 22 August 2011, 13:01
This is what happens when you try to be 'different', you just can't.  :grin:

I am not giving up, 4th option in place if these fall through :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: dom on 22 August 2011, 14:02
This is what happens when you try to be 'different', you just can't.  :grin:

I am not giving up, 4th option in place if these fall through :grin:

FFS! Again! What's the 4th option?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Jimp on 22 August 2011, 14:03
Work Eurolines. Work Eurolines. Work Eurolines.  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 22 August 2011, 14:38
This is what happens when you try to be 'different', you just can't.  :grin:

I am not giving up, 4th option in place if these fall through :grin:

FFS! Again! What's the 4th option?

Same again from another supplier
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: scottv6 on 22 August 2011, 17:18
id have give up buy the 2nd time, spent the money on making it faster and handle better, i like the wheels that are on tbh.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Bellend on 22 August 2011, 17:34
Good luck.  :grin:

What's the turbo lag like on these mate?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 22 August 2011, 19:01
id have give up buy the 2nd time, spent the money on making it faster and handle better, i like the wheels that are on tbh.

In a way I guess that giving up was an option however I really want what I have lined up / ordered, making it quicker is something I am still in two minds on but lets see what next month brings.


Good luck.  :grin:

What's the turbo lag like on these mate?

Thanks :afro: no real turbo lag tbh, having a smallish turbo helps
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: scottv6 on 22 August 2011, 19:34
Supose so. Do you fancy sharing a sneaky pic of them ;)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Bellend on 22 August 2011, 22:48
id have give up buy the 2nd time, spent the money on making it faster and handle better, i like the wheels that are on tbh.

In a way I guess that giving up was an option however I really want what I have lined up / ordered, making it quicker is something I am still in two minds on but lets see what next month brings.


Good luck.  :grin:

What's the turbo lag like on these mate?

Thanks :afro: no real turbo lag tbh, having a smallish turbo helps

No worries.  :smiley:

Nah just I had a go with one off the lights, obviously I got completely owned but literally just off the lines I got a car length in head, then got blown into the dust.

Just wondering if the power is there from the go or a slight delay.  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: dom on 22 August 2011, 23:27
id have give up buy the 2nd time, spent the money on making it faster and handle better, i like the wheels that are on tbh.

In a way I guess that giving up was an option however I really want what I have lined up / ordered, making it quicker is something I am still in two minds on but lets see what next month brings.


Good luck.  :grin:

What's the turbo lag like on these mate?

Thanks :afro: no real turbo lag tbh, having a smallish turbo helps

No worries.  :smiley:

Nah just I had a go with one off the lights, obviously I got completely owned but literally just off the lines I got a car length in head, then got blown into the dust.

Just wondering if the power is there from the go or a slight delay.  :grin:

It's more likely that it took him about half a second to realise you wanted a race, then another half second to double check. This would give you the half car length's advantage then he put his foot down :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Bellend on 23 August 2011, 00:04
id have give up buy the 2nd time, spent the money on making it faster and handle better, i like the wheels that are on tbh.

In a way I guess that giving up was an option however I really want what I have lined up / ordered, making it quicker is something I am still in two minds on but lets see what next month brings.


Good luck.  :grin:

What's the turbo lag like on these mate?

Thanks :afro: no real turbo lag tbh, having a smallish turbo helps

No worries.  :smiley:

Nah just I had a go with one off the lights, obviously I got completely owned but literally just off the lines I got a car length in head, then got blown into the dust.

Just wondering if the power is there from the go or a slight delay.  :grin:

It's more likely that it took him about half a second to realise you wanted a race, then another half second to double check. This would give you the half car length's advantage then he put his foot down :grin:

Nah we'd already been once. :P. Tbh without bragging I have proper quick reactions that i got from my dad so as soon as it hits yellow I'm off.

Maybe. :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 23 August 2011, 12:40
 :angry:  :cry:

Dear Customer.

Thank you for your order

Unfortunately the suppliers are currently out of stock of these wheels.

If you see anything that you like, which is slightly more expensive, we may be able to sell them to you for the same price.

Please let me know if you would like to change your order.

Best Regards
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: F17BAD on 23 August 2011, 12:46
my mate had this exact same thing happen to him, take your money then tell you they are out of stock,  bloody annoying !!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 23 August 2011, 12:49
my mate had this exact same thing happen to him, take your money then tell you they are out of stock,  bloody annoying !!

I find it strange that they can list on ebay with 10 sets available, take your money and then say they have no stock.

Running out of ideas now after being let down 3 times.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: lemski on 23 August 2011, 12:51
keep your wheels, spend the money on a remap?

or take em up on the offer and see if the have a different set of wheels that you may like
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: scottv6 on 23 August 2011, 12:58
Why don't you remap instead this month then nxt month have a nother look for some wheels.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 23 August 2011, 13:24
That's what is do I think, give the suppliers a chance to pull their fingers out of their arses.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 23 August 2011, 15:12
Another set of wheels ordered.

4th time lucky  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: T_J_G on 23 August 2011, 19:03
Best of luck with this one Wayne.

Is it worth calling ahead of ordering as it may save you some time, if this fails you going to opt for the ones I linked you to?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 25 August 2011, 11:33
 :cry: FFS, so I checked before ordering that they were available.

Hi Wayne.

I am very sorry about this, Dare have just contacted me and said that the silver wheels are also unavailable in the correct fitment for your vehicle.

is there any other wheels that you like?

Once again, I am very sorry.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Jimp on 25 August 2011, 11:38
Bloody hell  :grin:  Unlucky  :undecided:
Can you get them in another colour with the right fitment and respray them maybe?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 25 August 2011, 11:46
Bloody hell  :grin:  Unlucky  :undecided:
Can you get them in another colour with the right fitment and respray them maybe?

Tried that, these were a different colour.

Back to square one once the refund lands.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 25 August 2011, 11:48
FML!!

I just knew this would happen!!  :angry:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: T_J_G on 25 August 2011, 14:29
Hold tight Wayne. Put the money aside and wait till they come back available. They are the right wheels for your car!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 25 August 2011, 20:02
Had some time tonight, so got on with putting this together, need to pull it apart again to fit a hose clip on the pipe.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0360.jpg)

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: scottv6 on 25 August 2011, 22:01
looks ace that mate, will look very oem.

shame about the wheels, if you havent looked already bmautosport do lovely realy good rep wheels thats where i got my lms from on the golf, id give them a try.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 26 August 2011, 20:24
Refund landed today, I have ordered another set of wheels but a different design :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: scottv6 on 26 August 2011, 20:44
if there the ones you told me i think they will look awsome  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 26 August 2011, 20:48
if there the ones you told me i think they will look awsome  :grin:

That is the ones and they have stock.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: benvictors on 26 August 2011, 22:01
if there the ones you told me i think they will look awsome  :grin:

That is the ones and they have stock.

How sure are we this time!!!
I'll keep my fingers crossed for ya this time Wayne  :wink:
Looking forward to seeing them  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 26 August 2011, 23:48
if there the ones you told me i think they will look awsome  :grin:

That is the ones and they have stock.

How sure are we this time!!!
I'll keep my fingers crossed for ya this time Wayne  :wink:
Looking forward to seeing them  :cool:

Well with 5 sets of wheels falling through and insurance hassles (long story) I think that I am now due some good luck :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: golf-sib on 27 August 2011, 18:54
Maybe its a sign for you to keep your current ones. :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 27 August 2011, 22:04
One more job sorted today, collected the cover on the way home from work so got on with fitting it.

Before
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0362.jpg)

After
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0363.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: tdi_blu on 27 August 2011, 22:44
Good luck with the new wheels look forward to seeing them Wayne.Love the Boost clock very nice and the covers are a good idea I take it they just cover the lock or am I wrong  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 27 August 2011, 23:00
Good luck with the new wheels look forward to seeing them Wayne.Love the Boost clock very nice and the covers are a good idea I take it they just cover the lock or am I wrong  :grin:

No, you remove the complete lock assembly.

This is the kit: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MK4-5-Golf-Bora-De-Lock-Door-Kit-DeLock-Barrel-Cap-/360373270058?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item53e7ebb62a&clk_rvr_id=259523021118
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 28 August 2011, 21:05
One of the engineers had some time this morning so we popped into work and got boost gauge in and working, tried the white lighting for the daytime but way too bright so went with green for both day and night which matches the other dials as well.

Took the piping out through the grommet for the bonnet release.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0364.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: scottv6 on 28 August 2011, 21:07
looks nice mate, very oem  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: golf-sib on 28 August 2011, 21:09
Looks good, get a photo with all the dials glowing  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 28 August 2011, 21:09
looks nice mate, very oem  :smiley:

Cheers, need to try and find a black surround in place of the silver, would not stand out so much then with ign. off etc.

Looks good, get a photo with all the dials glowing  :smiley:

Will do tomorrow  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: scottv6 on 28 August 2011, 21:18
its the same with mine, i was going to spay it matt black but cant be botherd maskin it all off,i dont think my surround come off  :sad:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: Wayne on 28 August 2011, 21:20
its the same with mine, i was going to spay it matt black but cant be botherd maskin it all off,i dont think my surround come off  :sad:

Nope but I think you can get a black surround to go over the top.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31
Post by: scottv6 on 28 August 2011, 21:29
ah if you find any in 52mm let me no   :wink: :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: lemski on 29 August 2011, 07:17
Green looks good, good luck with the wheels wayne
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: Andy-H on 29 August 2011, 07:30
Boost gauge looks good  :cool:

Are they an easy job to fit??
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: Jimp on 29 August 2011, 09:42
Looks tidy  :cool: Does the air vent still open?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: porter_89 on 29 August 2011, 09:58
just need some bora needles now to match to the gauge mate looking good tho

cheers
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: Wayne on 29 August 2011, 18:56
Green looks good, good luck with the wheels wayne

Thanks  :smiley:

Boost gauge looks good  :cool:

Are they an easy job to fit??

The plumbing is easy but I am no good with electrics but it looked easy enough to sort.

Looks tidy  :cool: Does the air vent still open?

Nope it is SWG dummy vent.

just need some bora needles now to match to the gauge mate looking good tho

cheers

Maybe, thanks for earlier btw that really helped.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: F17BAD on 29 August 2011, 19:24
nice  :cool:

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: dom on 29 August 2011, 23:07
Boost gauge looks really good :afro:

It's quite high up my list of jobs :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: Wayne on 29 August 2011, 23:11
nice  :cool:



Cheers

Boost gauge looks really good :afro:

It's quite high up my list of jobs :cool:

Very handy thing to have tbh :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: tdi_blu on 29 August 2011, 23:26
Love the boost gauge mate very nice little touch  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: Wayne on 29 August 2011, 23:27
Love the boost gauge mate very nice little touch  :cool:

Thanks :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: Wayne on 30 August 2011, 13:38
Well I have just got an email saying the wheels have been dispatched  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 30 August 2011, 13:46
Well I have just got an email saying the wheels have been dispatched  :smiley:

Yay!!! Lets hope they get here in one piece! :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: Fabla on 30 August 2011, 13:56
I've just heard on the radio that a courier carrying alloy wheels has just crashed off a bridge  :cry:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 30 August 2011, 14:19
I've just heard on the radio that a courier carrying alloy wheels has just crashed off a bridge  :cry:

Nah, I heard some fell off a lorry and some numpty in a mk4 ran over them :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: Wayne on 30 August 2011, 14:27
I've just heard on the radio that a courier carrying alloy wheels has just crashed off a bridge  :cry:

Thanks for that  :grin:


Nah, I heard some fell off a lorry and some numpty in a mk4 ran over them :lipsrsealed:

Lol  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: Fabla on 30 August 2011, 14:35
 :grin: All the best with these ones.
Any clues to what your getting this time??? Or are you staying :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: scottv6 on 30 August 2011, 16:35
I think they will look nice mate.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: Wayne on 30 August 2011, 21:36
I think they will look nice mate.

Cheers,

My induction kit arrived today, so will get on with fitting that soon also big thanks to Dom for finding me a Forge dv which I collected from the post office today.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: scottv6 on 30 August 2011, 21:40
get some pics, we all love pics  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: F17BAD on 30 August 2011, 21:56
which induction kit did we end up getting mate ?

are you relocating it or did it come with provisions to relocate?  had to fabricate my relocation up seen as its a converison, total build for my induction kits was

£95 for the K&N
£45 for the silicone tubing and aluminium pipes, managed to use the cold air feed tube that came with the induction kit too although it wasnt really needed tbh
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: T_J_G on 31 August 2011, 11:24
I wouldn't be buying a K&N as it'll kill your MAF
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: SoundillusioN on 31 August 2011, 12:05
I wouldn't be buying a K&N as it'll kill your MAF

Agreed.  Paper is best.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: Wayne on 31 August 2011, 13:25
I wouldn't be buying a K&N as it'll kill your MAF

Agreed.  Paper is best.

I am not using a K & N, will be running a Jetex Cone filter.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: Wayne on 01 September 2011, 16:07
Well at long last the wheels have arrived  :smiley:

All fitted, will post pictures later on.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: T_J_G on 01 September 2011, 16:11
:afro:

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Post by: rs_dude on 01 September 2011, 16:29
PM'd ;)
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Post by: Seanl on 01 September 2011, 16:40
Yay!!! Fifth time lucky eh Wayne!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: Toby on 01 September 2011, 18:27
looking forward to tonight!  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 01 September 2011, 18:36
Wheels will look sick!! :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: Mr_Orange on 01 September 2011, 20:01
Come on then!   :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: scottv6 on 01 September 2011, 20:03
yea were all waiting  :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: porter_89 on 01 September 2011, 20:22
come on wayne get those wheels posted

cheers
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: Wayne on 01 September 2011, 20:27
Update time.

I wanted Rotiform copies so after speaking to a few members settled on and order a set in Bronze, this was plan a after nearly 3 weeks it became clear that they were not going to happen and they had stopped making them in 5x100.

So plan B was the same wheels but in black, in total I ordered 3 sets and got none, so plan c lets try silver again with no luck.

After speaking to a few members again I settled on plan d which if I am honest was one of the original choices that I had in mind when I was 1st looking.

So they arrived today, got them fitted lunchtime, not had chance to clean the car, so will get some better pictures at the weekend.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0381.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0394.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0376.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0385.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Wayne on 01 September 2011, 20:28
Another couple of pictures.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0399.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0397.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Rhyso on 01 September 2011, 20:29
Glad you got them and not the other ones  :tongue: :grin: :grin:

Fine choice :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: scottv6 on 01 September 2011, 20:30
look nice mate  :grin:, get some black hexagon wheel bolt cover orderd of ebay, i just got some for mine look 100x better.

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Wayne on 01 September 2011, 20:31
Glad you got them and not the other ones  :tongue: :grin: :grin:

Fine choice :afro:

Thanks Rhys, in a way I am glad they fell through.  :smiley:


look nice mate  :grin:, get some black hexagon wheel bolt cover orderd of ebay, i just got some for mine look 100x better.

Cheers, I will look into getting some.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Mr_Orange on 01 September 2011, 20:32
YESSSSSSSSSS MMMMMAAAAAAAAAATE!  They look proper nice.  Well done!  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Fabla on 01 September 2011, 20:32
Car looks mean  :angry: I like them  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: porter_89 on 01 September 2011, 20:33
now that needs top be 40mm lowered on thoise wheels to make them look even better

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Post by: Gavv8 on 01 September 2011, 20:38
Very nice! :cool:
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Post by: dazzawest1987 on 01 September 2011, 20:39
Look banging, excellent choice, look miles better than rotiforms would have
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Post by: dom on 01 September 2011, 20:40
I've just heard on the radio that a courier carrying alloy wheels has just crashed off a bridge  :cry:

Nah, I heard some fell off a lorry and some numpty in a mk4 ran over them :lipsrsealed:

Tw@t :kiss:

Wheels look awesome Wayne :afro:

Glad you managed to pick up the d/v ok :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg29 & 31 - Boost Gauge pg54
Post by: Wayne on 01 September 2011, 20:44
I've just heard on the radio that a courier carrying alloy wheels has just crashed off a bridge  :cry:

Nah, I heard some fell off a lorry and some numpty in a mk4 ran over them :lipsrsealed:

Tw@t :kiss:

Wheels look awesome Wayne :afro:

Glad you managed to pick up the d/v ok :smiley:

Cheers, will go nicely with the remap next week. :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: T_J_G on 01 September 2011, 20:52
Look good Wayne!
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Post by: mark-mk3gti on 01 September 2011, 21:00
Looking good!  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: F17BAD on 01 September 2011, 21:03
Looks spot on

really liking this car now

would consider a small drop  :cool: :cool: :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: lemski on 01 September 2011, 21:15
now that needs top be 40mm lowered on thoise wheels to make them look even better


That would be perfect
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Andy-H on 01 September 2011, 21:53
Love those wheels Mate. That's given me ideas  :wink: :grin:


Spot on choice :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Bellend on 01 September 2011, 22:41
Yes that looks awesome.  :cool:

Think you need to save up for a 40mm spring/shock set up.  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: thatwillis on 01 September 2011, 23:05
Oh Yeahhh very Nicee. Change your Sig Then  :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Wayne on 01 September 2011, 23:39
Thanks all  :smiley:, sorry to say that it will not be lowered, it is fine as is.

To spend £400 to lower it 20mm makes no sense to me, in other news a remap is booked for Monday :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Horney on 01 September 2011, 23:50
Looks good dude!

Nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Jimp on 02 September 2011, 12:03
Looking good man  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Shady Pioneer on 02 September 2011, 13:22
Now these don't look chavvy, and I love CHs. However, aren't you now following the crowd and not being 'different'?  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Misky on 02 September 2011, 13:42
Lush!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: dazzawest1987 on 02 September 2011, 14:20
Thanks all  :smiley:, sorry to say that it will not be lowered, it is fine as is.

To spend £400 to lower it 20mm makes no sense to me, in other news a remap is booked for Monday :afro:

Could you not just get a set of lowering springs? Or is that not the route you want to take?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: golf-sib on 02 September 2011, 15:05
 Up the balloon profile and recode it, that will fill the arches nicely :rolleyes:

I'm not a fan of them alloys sadly, I preffered your old ones. The other ones suited the car more than these, they look lost and out if place as well as look like the dub chavs wheels that you see at all meets. Good news is you can smooth them  :grin:

On a positive, I like the rest of the car.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Wayne on 02 September 2011, 15:59
Thanks all  :smiley:, sorry to say that it will not be lowered, it is fine as is.

To spend £400 to lower it 20mm makes no sense to me, in other news a remap is booked for Monday :afro:

Could you not just get a set of lowering springs? Or is that not the route you want to take?

Not really, I would replace the shocks at the same time so would get expensive and I would never use cheaper / lower end coilovers.


Up the balloon profile and recode it, that will fill the arches nicely :rolleyes:

I'm not a fan of them alloys sadly, I preffered your old ones. The other ones suited the car more than these, they look lost and out if place as well as look like the dub chavs wheels that you see at all meets. Good news is you can smooth them  :grin:

On a positive, I like the rest of the car.

 :undecided: it is the same tyres as the old wheels so struggle to see how they can look lost.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Bellend on 02 September 2011, 16:34
Up the balloon profile and recode it, that will fill the arches nicely :rolleyes:

I'm not a fan of them alloys sadly, I preffered your old ones. The other ones suited the car more than these, they look lost and out if place as well as look like the dub chavs wheels that you see at all meets. Good news is you can smooth them  :grin:

On a positive, I like the rest of the car.

 :undecided: it is the same tyres as the old wheels so struggle to see how they can look lost.

Because they're black, look smaller for some reason.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Seanl on 02 September 2011, 18:27
Up the balloon profile and recode it, that will fill the arches nicely :rolleyes:

I'm not a fan of them alloys sadly, I preffered your old ones. The other ones suited the car more than these, they look lost and out if place as well as look like the dub chavs wheels that you see at all meets. Good news is you can smooth them  :grin:

On a positive, I like the rest of the car.

 :undecided: it is the same tyres as the old wheels so struggle to see how they can look lost.

Because they're black, look smaller for some reason.  :smiley:

This!

I really dont think they look Chavy though, and I know you tried to get a different colour so maybe a powdercoat a different one in future. Think thats probably why everyone thinks it needs to go a little lower.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Shady Pioneer on 02 September 2011, 18:54
Put a red rim on them, that'll sort them out.  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Jimp on 02 September 2011, 21:13
Up the balloon profile and recode it, that will fill the arches nicely :rolleyes:

I'm not a fan of them alloys sadly, I preffered your old ones. The other ones suited the car more than these, they look lost and out if place as well as look like the dub chavs wheels that you see at all meets. Good news is you can smooth them  :grin:

On a positive, I like the rest of the car.

 :undecided: it is the same tyres as the old wheels so struggle to see how they can look lost.
The old wheels just look big. CHs don't look very big, especially in black. I'm a fan of both wheels though  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: benvictors on 02 September 2011, 21:44
I was a fan of the old but luuurve the new Wayne, I am gonna echo whats been said already, a small drop would finish it nicely. However, I understand your thinking on not doin it  :wink:
Never really looked at the Octavia's before but the more I see the more I likey  :laugh:
If I was in the market for a family saloon, one of these would be my first port of call me thinks  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Wayne on 02 September 2011, 21:45
Put a red rim on them, that'll sort them out.  :grin:

 :grin: thanks for the input Kirk, not a chance.


The old wheels just look big. CHs don't look very big, especially in black. I'm a fan of both wheels though  :cool:

Cheers :afro:


I was a fan of the old but luuurve the new Wayne, I am gonna echo whats been said already, a small drop would finish it nicely. However, I understand your thinking on not doin it  :wink:
Never really looked at the Octavia's before but the more I see the more I likey  :laugh:
If I was in the market for a family saloon, one of these would be my first port of call me thinks  :cool:

Thanks Ben  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: tech1889 on 02 September 2011, 21:47
They look nice mate be good with a subtle drop.. see in the pics you were outside Skoda do you work there ?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Wayne on 02 September 2011, 21:49
They look nice mate be good with a subtle drop.. see in the pics you were outside Skoda do you work there ?

No, just an area I use for pictures, I work with earth moving equipment on a day to day basis (up to 55 ton)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: tech1889 on 02 September 2011, 21:50
by working with them do you mean driving them ??
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Wayne on 04 September 2011, 19:25
A few pictures from this afternoon.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0435.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0444.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0460.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0450.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/100_0469.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: tdi_blu on 04 September 2011, 19:27
Love the new rimage mate great choice  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: GrandMstRamRod on 04 September 2011, 20:19
looking good Wayne nice choice mate!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: gtiballs61 on 04 September 2011, 20:24
Much prefer the new rims matey,think  they break up the silver. :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: dom on 04 September 2011, 20:25
Wheels look great :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Andy-H on 04 September 2011, 20:25
Looking really nice Mate :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Wayne on 04 September 2011, 20:29
looking good Wayne nice choice mate!

Much prefer the new rims matey,think  they break up the silver. :cool:

Looking really nice Mate :afro:

Wheels look great :afro:

Thanks all  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: F17BAD on 04 September 2011, 20:31
they are a million times better than the others.. really strong choice  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: CCGTI on 04 September 2011, 20:35
Dont like em
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59
Post by: Wayne on 04 September 2011, 20:40
they are a million times better than the others.. really strong choice  :smiley:

Thanks Brad  :smiley:

Dont like em

Why not
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 04 September 2011, 20:46
I think they're really nice rims BUT I've gotta say that due to them been black they really seem to exaggerate the whole vehicles ride height and wheel arch gap. I know you've said several times that you have no intention on lowering the suspension and i totally understand your reasoning behind this BUT it's crying out for it now mate. Sorry. :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: CCGTI on 04 September 2011, 20:46
They look like fake BBS CH, might be the ride height and stance, wheels are to tucked under
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: CCGTI on 04 September 2011, 20:48
i like that style rim as i nearly got some bbs for my vrs but in silver
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 04 September 2011, 20:53
I think they're really nice rims BUT I've gotta say that due to them been black they really seem to exaggerate the whole vehicles ride height and wheel arch gap. I know you've said several times that you have no intention on lowering the suspension and i totally understand your reasoning behind this BUT it's crying out for it now mate. Sorry. :lipsrsealed:

Maybe but I am happy with it, to lower it would screw up what comfort it has.


They look like fake BBS CH, might be the ride height and stance, wheels are to tucked under

That is because they are fake (good quality reps)  :smiley:


i like that style rim as i nearly got some bbs for my vrs but in silver

Did not see the point in getting another set of silver rims.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: CCGTI on 04 September 2011, 21:01



i like that style rim as i nearly got some bbs for my vrs but in silver

Did not see the point in getting another set of silver rims.
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No point in another set of silver rims, the black hides a good design, always think black looks ok on a monoblock style wheel, when a wheel is more open in design dark rims get lost, and i just think these look lost
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: tdi_blu on 04 September 2011, 21:02
I think the silver and black works really well and I agree it would look nice aswell if it was lower but it looks sweet as it is mate  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: tdi_blu on 04 September 2011, 21:09
Ill swap your wheels for my spoiler  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Andy-H on 04 September 2011, 21:09
I think it looks spot on Mate, and the best thing is...............................you like it :afro:

I prefer the Black CH's, I've seen them on Daz's Mk4 and in the flesh these look really nice with the satin finish  :cool:

Contemplated these for mine but got another set I've found that is ticking some other boxes for me  :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: scottv6 on 04 September 2011, 21:09
love them mate,look so much better than the others  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 04 September 2011, 21:10
I think it looks sopt on Mate, and the best thing is...............................you like it :afro:

I prefer the Black CH's, I've seen them on Daz's Mk4 and in the flesh these look really nice with the satin finish  :cool:

Contemplated these for mine but got another set I've found that is ticking xome other boxes for me  :wink:

Thanks Andy


love them mate,look so much better than the others  :grin:

Cheers  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 05 September 2011, 21:42
Remapped today.  :grin:

Fook me it is bonkers when the boost comes in.

Going to try and get it on a rolling road soon to see what it is putting out.

If your in the South West I can highly recommend: Nathan @ http://www.wagenworx.co.uk/ excellent service :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: scottv6 on 05 September 2011, 22:03
told you it was worth the money  :grin: you will be on the boost all the time now  :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 05 September 2011, 22:10
Love the wheels.  IMO needs a tiny drop to LOOK good but you're happy so...................

Did you get it on rollers before the map?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 05 September 2011, 22:13
Love the wheels.  IMO needs a tiny drop to LOOK good but you're happy so...................

Did you get it on rollers before the map?

Nope never got chance but the difference with the remap is night and day.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 05 September 2011, 22:15
Love the wheels.  IMO needs a tiny drop to LOOK good but you're happy so...................

Did you get it on rollers before the map?

Nope never got chance but the difference with the remap is night and day.

Well it was probably a little over standard as its well run in.. be interesting to know what its at now, did the mappers not have rollers?

PS, will be dealing with your PM before I go bed.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 05 September 2011, 22:16
Love the wheels.  IMO needs a tiny drop to LOOK good but you're happy so...................

Did you get it on rollers before the map?

Nope never got chance but the difference with the remap is night and day.

Well it was probably a little over standard as its well run in.. be interesting to know what its at now, did the mappers not have rollers?

PS, will be dealing with your PM before I go bed.  :smiley:

Nope mobile service and that would be great thanks.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: lemski on 06 September 2011, 10:56
Docs in october wayne?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 06 September 2011, 10:59
Docs in october wayne?

Nope way too far to travel, looking @ sorting a RR day in the south west maybe.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Rhyso on 06 September 2011, 15:41
Docs in october wayne?

Nope way too far to travel, looking @ sorting a RR day in the south west maybe.

Man up!!

Adam is driving up from Bournemouth  :tongue:  Its a 3 hour drive at the most  :tongue:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 07 September 2011, 21:27
So one of those days when everything that could go wrong did  :angry:

Started with finding a nail in the rear tyre, lucky they could repair it then get back home and could hear an air leak get looking and found the brake servo pipe split, have replaced it with fuel hose for the moment as Skoda cannot supply a delivery date for a new pipe.

Then the small pipe on the divertor valve split, tried replacing that to find it is 2 different sizes, so have bodged it with a joiner as again not available then to finish the day off I have noticed the drivers side carpet is soaking wet  :angry: so I need to look at that tomorrow.

This on top of a major ruck with Swinton today over canceling my policy.

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Fabla on 07 September 2011, 22:15
Now that's a bad day  :angry:

Do the octavia's have the same problems with water in the door like the fabia's??? Leaky seals??
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 08 September 2011, 23:58
Well I have found the water leak, the grommet around the bonnet release cable is missing, I guess we must have caught it when fitting the boost gauge, I have filled the hole with silicone.

Need to sort out drying the foam out now, may wait until I fit the darker carpet.

Skoda have tracked a servo pipe down, collecting it in the morning.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 09 September 2011, 09:57
Pain in the ass... at least you've sorted the leak... why did your policy get cancelled!?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: T_J_G on 09 September 2011, 12:40
Well I have found the water leak, the grommet around the bonnet release cable is missing, I guess we must have caught it when fitting the boost gauge, I have filled the hole with silicone.

Need to sort out drying the foam out now, may wait until I fit the darker carpet.

Skoda have tracked a servo pipe down, collecting it in the morning.

Got a spare grommet here if you need it Wayne. Make sure the fuse box lid is on tight, as I had a leak from where i fitted my boost gauge through the same place, sealed it with a grommit and silicon, then it carried on leaking, took it all off and someone had knocked the fuse box cover off by about 2mm. Good luck on getting it all dry.

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: brett on 09 September 2011, 13:45
gotta say just see your for sale thread for your old wheels and against your new sig ,your new rims are definately the right choice imo
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Jay on 09 September 2011, 13:47
I wonder why Skoda can't do what VW do? With every part I've ordered VW can have it in the next day, even if I order late in the afternoon  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 13 September 2011, 13:59
Pain in the ass... at least you've sorted the leak... why did your policy get cancelled!?

I cancelled it, been with Swinton for a few years so asked the question of covering a remap and was told yes, however when I rung them to sort it they told me no and I would need the specialist dept, so paid the money to cancel it and start a new policy which after going through it seemed all ok until that is the docs arrived believe it or not it had a bhp limit of 190 so little room for a remap.

8 days cover ended up costing me nearly £140 and complaining got me nowhere.

I am now with Brentacre.


Got a spare grommet here if you need it Wayne. Make sure the fuse box lid is on tight, as I had a leak from where i fitted my boost gauge through the same place, sealed it with a grommit and silicon, then it carried on leaking, took it all off and someone had knocked the fuse box cover off by about 2mm. Good luck on getting it all dry.

I will get it dry as I am changing the carpet soon.

gotta say just see your for sale thread for your old wheels and against your new sig ,your new rims are definately the right choice imo

Cheers

I wonder why Skoda can't do what VW do? With every part I've ordered VW can have it in the next day, even if I order late in the afternoon  :undecided:

With skoda it is 2 days but they cannot get one.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Jay on 13 September 2011, 14:14
Don't VW do  the same parts? Might be worth checking with them in future, if you have a local VW dealership that is.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: golf-sib on 13 September 2011, 14:54
My local VW dealership is a bit slow 2-5days on varying items.  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Rhyso on 13 September 2011, 14:56
My local VW dealership is a bit slow 2-5days on varying items.  :undecided:

Mine were normally next day delivery if I ordered early enough.  They were excellent right up to the point they stopped supplying Audi, Skoda and Seat parts  :angry:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 14 September 2011, 16:36
Don't VW do  the same parts? Might be worth checking with them in future, if you have a local VW dealership that is.

I have been trying to find out if a Golf mk4 one is the same but not had much luck at the minute.

Seems daft that a safety related item is no longer available.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: scottv6 on 14 September 2011, 19:26
Have you tryd TPS they do all vag parts at trade price. There's one in leeds don't no if there's one near you ud have to check.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 15 September 2011, 11:11
Have you tryd TPS they do all vag parts at trade price. There's one in leeds don't no if there's one near you ud have to check.

Wel  I am trying to find out if a Golf mk4 or Leon is the same, Skoda cannot supply one, the one that is listed for my chassis number is not even close to being right.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 17 September 2011, 17:57
Well a small update, after speaking to Skoda this morning it looks like the brake servo pipe is now modified from 1 piece to 3 pieces however they don't list the new part as fitting my chassis number so am still looking for a s/h one.

On another note the trip to Cardiff airport and back saw 36.8 mpg which with the remap and extra weight (people / cases etc) I did not think was too bad.

Also thinking of going back to 17" wheels  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 17 September 2011, 19:30
Quote
Also thinking of going back to 17" wheels

oh god...   :rolleyes:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 17 September 2011, 19:49
Quote
Also thinking of going back to 17" wheels

oh god...   :rolleyes:

Well I think the 18"s are hurting the mpg and ride too much  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: golf-sib on 17 September 2011, 20:22
Wayne, have you considered applying for the annual wheel whore award  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: gtiballs61 on 17 September 2011, 21:07
Stick with the 18s fella :cool: if you really cared about mpg you would've kept the pisscasio :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 17 September 2011, 21:48
Wayne, have you considered applying for the annual wheel whore award  :grin:

Nope what is the prize  :grin:


Stick with the 18s fella :cool: if you really cared about mpg you would've kept the pisscasio :lipsrsealed:

True  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: scottv6 on 17 September 2011, 22:29
tbh if you had 17s you would have to have bigger tyres to fill the arches and then it would be the same overall size as ur 18s so id keep em tbh, if you want mpg get a dirty diesel.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 17 September 2011, 22:59
tbh if you had 17s you would have to have bigger tyres to fill the arches and then it would be the same overall size as ur 18s so id keep em tbh, if you want mpg get a dirty diesel.  :smiley:

Well it is all down to the weight of the wheels and rolling radius, 17"s would use 205/50/17 as per standard.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: scottv6 on 17 September 2011, 23:01
its all up to you mate, i would keep em tbh. or buy some light weight wheels.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 17 September 2011, 23:08
Fill the tyres with helium.  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: porter_89 on 18 September 2011, 18:30
Dont sale them mate they look mean from behind
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: dubsport on 20 September 2011, 11:47
Mr. Wayne will this be happening any time soon?  :smiley:

(excuse the MS paint skills  :grin:)

(http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j283/nhoyglun/Untitled-3.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: dubsport on 20 September 2011, 11:48
oh ... and the car is looking awesome on the new alloys bud!  :drool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: F17BAD on 20 September 2011, 11:48
Mr. Wayne will this be happening any time soon?  :smiley:

(excuse the MS paint skills  :grin:)

(http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j283/nhoyglun/Untitled-3.jpg)

WOWZERS..that looks so good!!!!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Seanl on 20 September 2011, 11:55
He's yet to comment, therefore there must be something ticking inside his head! :grin:

Go on Wayne, you know you wanna!!!!!! :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: lemski on 20 September 2011, 11:57
That looks awesome
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 20 September 2011, 12:00
That does look the nuts but you just know its not going to happen.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 20 September 2011, 13:06
Complaints about the ride at standard height with 18's on?... A drop will never happen.  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 20 September 2011, 14:18
Complaints about the ride at standard height with 18's on?... A drop will never happen.  :rolleyes:

Spot on, I see no point in lowering it.

Harsh ride as is without slamming it, at the end of the day your looking @ £400 for a good guality lowering kit and that is money I do not have.

I have always said after the mk3 I will never lower another car, sorry.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: daz veedub on 20 September 2011, 14:21
does look sweet decked tho  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 20 September 2011, 14:24
does look sweet decked tho  :cool:

I prefer a car that can be used daily plus still have some comfort.

(Maybe I am getting old)  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Seanl on 20 September 2011, 15:44
Complaints about the ride at standard height with 18's on?... A drop will never happen.  :rolleyes:

Spot on, I see no point in lowering it.

Harsh ride as is without slamming it, at the end of the day your looking @ £400 for a good guality lowering kit and that is money I do not have.
I have always said after the mk3 I will never lower another car, sorry.

Sell your other wheels!  :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: golf-sib on 20 September 2011, 16:29
How do you lower a boat... unless you sink it.

I never tire of mk3 humor  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 26 September 2011, 08:05
Well the 1st set of alloys have now sold which is a result, still thinking / looking at changing the CH's however. :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 26 September 2011, 09:16
Well the 1st set of alloys have now sold which is a result, still thinking / looking at changing the CH's however. :smiley:

Still because of funds or change of heart?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 26 September 2011, 10:40
Well the 1st set of alloys have now sold which is a result, still thinking / looking at changing the CH's however. :smiley:

Still because of funds or change of heart?

Change of heart / mind tbh, I have something else in mind. :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 26 September 2011, 11:07
Well the 1st set of alloys have now sold which is a result, still thinking / looking at changing the CH's however. :smiley:

Still because of funds or change of heart?

Change of heart / mind tbh, I have something else in mind. :lipsrsealed:


Really!... Aren't you just wasting quite a bit of cash and effort on all this wheel business?...  Back to standard painted rims?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 26 September 2011, 11:09
Well the 1st set of alloys have now sold which is a result, still thinking / looking at changing the CH's however. :smiley:

Still because of funds or change of heart?

Change of heart / mind tbh, I have something else in mind. :lipsrsealed:


Really!... Aren't you just wasting quite a bit of cash and effort on all this wheel business?...  Back to standard painted rims?

I guess your right but if I change them again that will be it. :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 26 September 2011, 11:11
Well the 1st set of alloys have now sold which is a result, still thinking / looking at changing the CH's however. :smiley:

Still because of funds or change of heart?

Change of heart / mind tbh, I have something else in mind. :lipsrsealed:


Really!... Aren't you just wasting quite a bit of cash and effort on all this wheel business?...  Back to standard painted rims?

I guess your right but if I change them again that will be it. :smiley:

Are you sure now?............  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 26 September 2011, 11:13
Well the 1st set of alloys have now sold which is a result, still thinking / looking at changing the CH's however. :smiley:

Still because of funds or change of heart?

Change of heart / mind tbh, I have something else in mind. :lipsrsealed:


Really!... Aren't you just wasting quite a bit of cash and effort on all this wheel business?...  Back to standard painted rims?

I guess your right but if I change them again that will be it. :smiley:

Are you sure now?............  :grin:

Yep, think so  :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: T_J_G on 26 September 2011, 14:40
Sure you sad that with the last set.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 26 September 2011, 14:57
Sure you sad that with the last set.

And possibly the next.  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 26 September 2011, 16:37
haha your nuts! It's like a bug when it comes to wheels! at one point i had 4 sets! I got 3 now still trying to get rid of some!  :grin: :grin:

Good luck with what ever you do! :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Shady Pioneer on 26 September 2011, 18:23
The CHs do look a bit chavvy really.... :grin: :grin: :grin: (that was a joke Wayne).
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 26 September 2011, 20:00
The CHs do look a bit chavvy really.... :grin: :grin: :grin: (that was a joke Wayne).

I had to enlarge the text to large to read the last bit  :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 26 September 2011, 23:54
The CHs do look a bit chavvy really.... :grin: :grin: :grin: (that was a joke Wayne).

I had to enlarge the text to large to read the last bit  :laugh:

I barely saw that!  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 27 September 2011, 21:25
I have ordered another boost gauge today plus an oil pressure gauge, will be moving the radio down and fitting them in a Newsouth din panel.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: golf-sib on 27 September 2011, 22:23
Also fit a sex appeal gauge, it may help you decide what wheels to keep  :tongue: :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 27 September 2011, 22:58
Also fit a sex appeal gauge, it may help you decide what wheels to keep  :tongue: :grin:

I know which wheels I want next  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: porter_89 on 29 September 2011, 13:26
Wats that
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 29 September 2011, 13:44
Wats that

I've posted this Skoda before but can't resist when he keeps secrets like this.

(http://www.geekologie.com/2007/06/07/skoda_wood_wheels_05.jpg)

(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/RmWjB6R6P9I/AAAAAAAALrk/DAvWCqc73KI/s1600/CSP_WOODSK_12.jpg)

(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/RmWjCKR6P_I/AAAAAAAALr0/HEyPwPpSqjY/s1600/CSP_WOODSK_14.jpg)

 :grin:  Sorry Wayne, ruined the surprise.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 29 September 2011, 23:36
New pollen filter collected today, will be fitted on the weekend with a few other jobs.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: golf-sib on 29 September 2011, 23:54
Them new wheels will look lush! Just order some new wheel bearings though  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 30 September 2011, 23:43
Small update, managed to find a s / h brake servo hose, it arrived today and is wrong as well  :angry: so the hunt goes on.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: golf-sib on 30 September 2011, 23:48
Got a photo off your current cable, maybe someone will have a scooby and help out?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 30 September 2011, 23:53
Got a photo off your current cable, maybe someone will have a scooby and help out?

I don't have the old hose now plus the part number is no longer made, the one I have had arrive is the modified / mk4 Golf version but is too short, around the back of the engine bay etc it is spot on.

So I think I need one more piece if that makes sense.

It should not be this hard to sort tbh.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 01 October 2011, 22:24
No pics.

But removed the boost gauge today, tided all the wiring and refitted a standard air vent also rerouted the piping for the new gauge.

Did try fitting the pollen filter but now I need a new windscreen.   :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Bellend on 02 October 2011, 13:01
 :shocked:

Do explain.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Adam on 02 October 2011, 13:12
wtf
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: thatwillis on 02 October 2011, 13:20
How did you manage that! I fitted my pollen filter in like 5 mins no problem.   :undecided:

Soo am i right in saying your getting rid of the chs???
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: dom on 02 October 2011, 13:33
How did you manage that! I fitted my pollen filter in like 5 mins no problem.   :undecided:

Soo am i right in saying your getting rid of the chs???

It's different on the Octavia than the Golf :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 02 October 2011, 15:36
:shocked:

Do explain.

wtf

As dom said it is different to a mk4, the scuttle cover is glued to the screen, tried to be as gentle as poss but ended up with a 4" crack in the screen.


Soo am i right in saying your getting rid of the chs???

Yes I think so, just having to watch funds a little.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Bellend on 02 October 2011, 16:24
Still shouldn't crack. You sure you are trying to get at it the right way? No offense.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 02 October 2011, 16:53
Still shouldn't crack. You sure you are trying to get at it the right way? No offense.


Yep, someone on the Skoda even had his cracked by the main dealer  :shocked:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 02 October 2011, 19:41
 :embarassed: picture time

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/IMG00117-20111002-1848.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: gtiballs61 on 02 October 2011, 21:01
You numptey  :shocked:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: golf-sib on 02 October 2011, 21:02
Own up, who did you really run over  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 02 October 2011, 21:07
You numptey  :shocked:


Thanks for the support  :grin:


Own up, who did you really run over  :rolleyes:

Nobody, honest
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: porter_89 on 02 October 2011, 22:19
Ouch mate wat you do and how
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 02 October 2011, 23:36
Ouch mate wat you do and how

Tried replacing the pollen filter  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 03 October 2011, 07:02
I guess windscreen cover on the insurance will deal with this ok?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 03 October 2011, 08:06
I guess windscreen cover on the insurance will deal with this ok?

It should do  :undecided: ringing them today so will know more later.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 03 October 2011, 10:45
I don't get it?  :huh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 03 October 2011, 10:51
I don't get it?  :huh:

Well on Sat, I decided to replace the pollen filter, however the scuttle covers are noted as being hard to remove as they are glued / stuck to the screen, in the process of trying I cracked the screen.  :embarassed:

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/IMG00117-20111002-1848.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 03 October 2011, 10:53
Ah right OK.... It's just the combination of the words pollen filter change and cracked windscreen seemed a bit mental.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 03 October 2011, 20:25
New screen being fitted Weds :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: gtiballs61 on 03 October 2011, 20:37
And the pollen filter?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 03 October 2011, 20:59
And the pollen filter?


God knows, might try and fit it whilst he has the covers off.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: gtiballs61 on 03 October 2011, 21:04
And the pollen filter?


God knows, might try and fit it whilst he has the covers off.
Good thinking "Batman" :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Seanl on 03 October 2011, 21:27
Most expensive pollen filter in history.  :lipsrsealed: :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 03 October 2011, 23:46
Most expensive pollen filter in history.  :lipsrsealed: :grin:

Lol  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 03 October 2011, 23:58
Most expensive pollen filter in history.  :lipsrsealed: :grin:

Lol  :grin:

But deep down you must be crying inside.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 04 October 2011, 00:00
Most expensive pollen filter in history.  :lipsrsealed: :grin:

Lol  :grin:

But deep down you must be crying inside.

Yes in a way but you learn by mistakes, however if I had taken it Skoda for the job then think of the costs involved.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 04 October 2011, 00:05
Most expensive pollen filter in history.  :lipsrsealed: :grin:

Lol  :grin:

But deep down you must be crying inside.

Yes in a way but you learn by mistakes, however if I had taken it Skoda for the job then think of the costs involved.

A guide should be written since it's cheaper this way.

Smash windscreen,
remove a cover,
replace filter,
refit cover
call glass fitter

Done
 :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 04 October 2011, 00:08
Most expensive pollen filter in history.  :lipsrsealed: :grin:

Lol  :grin:

But deep down you must be crying inside.

Yes in a way but you learn by mistakes, however if I had taken it Skoda for the job then think of the costs involved.

A guide should be written since it's cheaper this way.

Smash windscreen,
remove a cover,
replace filter,
refit cover
call glass fitter

Done
 :grin:

I did find out tonight that at least 5 people on the Skoda forum have had screens cracked by the main dealer in the process of doing the job.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 04 October 2011, 00:12
Most expensive pollen filter in history.  :lipsrsealed: :grin:

Lol  :grin:

But deep down you must be crying inside.

Yes in a way but you learn by mistakes, however if I had taken it Skoda for the job then think of the costs involved.

A guide should be written since it's cheaper this way.

Smash windscreen,
remove a cover,
replace filter,
refit cover
call glass fitter

Done
 :grin:

I did find out tonight that at least 5 people on the Skoda forum have had screens cracked by the main dealer in the process of doing the job.

There you go then.  Its official.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 04 October 2011, 00:12
Most expensive pollen filter in history.  :lipsrsealed: :grin:

Lol  :grin:

But deep down you must be crying inside.

Yes in a way but you learn by mistakes, however if I had taken it Skoda for the job then think of the costs involved.

A guide should be written since it's cheaper this way.

Smash windscreen,
remove a cover,
replace filter,
refit cover
call glass fitter

Done
 :grin:

I did find out tonight that at least 5 people on the Skoda forum have had screens cracked by the main dealer in the process of doing the job.

There you go then.  Its official.

Still seems stupid to me.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: daz veedub on 04 October 2011, 00:14
if it helps mate i did my screen changing wiper blade  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 04 October 2011, 00:17
if it helps mate i did my screen changing wiper blade  :lipsrsealed:

Did you let go of the arm as a guess.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: daz veedub on 04 October 2011, 00:20
if it helps mate i did my screen changing wiper blade  :lipsrsealed:

Did you let go of the arm as a guess.

yep  :grin:

live and learn 

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 05 October 2011, 10:53
New windscreen now fitted  :smiley: he was kind enough to replace the pollen filter filter for me at the same time, it looked like it had never been changed.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Jimp on 05 October 2011, 11:34
Glad to hear it's all fixed :afro:
Am I the only one who thinks that glueing the scuttle cover to the windscreen is a sh!te design?  :undecided: I guess Skoda had to save money somewhere compared to the VW equivilent  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 05 October 2011, 11:44
Glad to hear it's all fixed :afro:
Am I the only one who thinks that glueing the scuttle cover to the windscreen is a sh!te design?  :undecided: I guess Skoda had to save money somewhere compared to the VW equivilent  :undecided:

After speaking to the windscreen guy this morning it turns out that is not factory, looks like someone in the past tried to fix a leak maybe.

Having seen how it should be fixed / removed it is a good simple idea really at least I know for the future.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 05 October 2011, 23:47
Looking for a little advice.

Have got one of these coming: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DIN-Pod-Rack-Headunit-Cup-Gauges-Holder-52mm-Boost-/320720988826?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item4aac75ea9a

Should I fit it with 3 gauges or just a boost gauge and modify it so I still have a cubby hole  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Jack3559 on 05 October 2011, 23:49
Cubby hole FTW.

I don't see the point in more gauges.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: golf-sib on 06 October 2011, 12:07
one boost gauge and a cubbyhole would look nice.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: gtiballs61 on 06 October 2011, 19:28
nice.
Will you be getting the blue back lit gauges too? :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 06 October 2011, 20:17
Will you be getting the blue back lit gauges too? :cool:

Yes the gauges I have are back lit blue but the only problem is the rest of the dash is green  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: gtiballs61 on 06 October 2011, 20:33
I sense something else getting broken :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 11 October 2011, 11:04
One thing I have forgot to update is I am sticking with the CH reps for the time being.

Looking at getting a set of 16"s for the winter however.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: gtiballs61 on 11 October 2011, 21:02
 :shocked:
you really are like a women with too many handbags :grin:

Decisions Decisions Decisions..........
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 11 October 2011, 21:08
:shocked:
you really are like a women with too many handbags :grin:

Decisions Decisions Decisions..........

Well whatever happens I need to find something for the winter  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: gtiballs61 on 11 October 2011, 21:14
:shocked:
you really are like a women with too many handbags :grin:

Decisions Decisions Decisions..........

Well whatever happens I need to find something for the winter  :lipsrsealed:

I've got some good old long beach waiting to go on :smug:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 13 October 2011, 21:42
Looking through the paperwork yesterday and I noticed my mot runs out on the 5th Nov :embarassed:

Got it booked in for the 1st as funds are tight this month.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: lemski on 26 October 2011, 20:59
standard wheels for winter. or theres a set of cheap steallies on the bay i wa looking at earlier. dont know if 15s would fit over yur front brakes as am not sure what size your running  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 26 October 2011, 21:01
standard wheels for winter. or theres a set of cheap steallies on the bay i wa looking at earlier. dont know if 15s would fit over yur front brakes as am not sure what size your running  :undecided:

I am on the look out for a standard set of 17" alloys, they need to be 16" minimum to fit over the front brakes.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: lemski on 26 October 2011, 21:09
well thats just awkward. did you sell your standard wheels then?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 26 October 2011, 23:03
well thats just awkward. did you sell your standard wheels then?

Yes. :sad:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 26 October 2011, 23:05
Well on Tuesday I will have had the car for 6mths  :shocked: , following on from VR6_Wherry's post earlier, I decided to see what I have spent so far.

Car: £2100
Front Mud Flaps:   £15
Paint Touch In: £9
Oil Filter and Oil: £36.25
Oil Pump Pick up pipe & O ring: £12.31
Fit the above: £25
New Front Bumper and Trim: £205.51
Number Plates: £12
Paint Bumper: £120
S/H Lower Grills: £40
New Front Grill: £21.72
New Mirror Covers: £35
Paint both items: £40
Mirror glass: £17
Retro Badges: £20
S/H Front indicator: £10
De-lock kit: £9.92
Paint cover: £10
18” Innovit Sonic Alloys with Falken Tyres: £800
Mcgard Lock nuts: £37
New Rear Brake Caliper: £78.90
Fit and bleed caliper: £63.89
Spark plugs: £32.40
Brake Light switch (new): £9.14
Exchange Maf: £83.80
Pioneer Head Unit: £63.29
18” BBS CH Reps: £400
Swap Tyres: £47
Remap: £200
Forge D/V (s/h): £47
Pollen Filter: £9.40
New Windscreen: £75
Less old front bumper: -£125
Less old alloys: -£225
Less Innovit alloys: -£235

So that makes a total of £4100.53  :sad:  :cry:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: dom on 26 October 2011, 23:08
Bloody hell, that's £2k excluding the car :shocked:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 27 October 2011, 08:56
That's bloody nuts!  :shocked: :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 31 October 2011, 13:57
Mot tomorrow  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Andy-H on 31 October 2011, 15:13
Mot tomorrow  :smiley:

Hope it sails through for you Mate, you could do without the extra expense at the mo  :shocked:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 31 October 2011, 15:45
Mot tomorrow  :smiley:

Hope it sails through for you Mate, you could do without the extra expense at the mo  :shocked:

Cheers :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 31 October 2011, 16:11
Mot tomorrow  :smiley:

Good luck :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Seanl on 31 October 2011, 16:32
Gotta book mine tomorrow, had to get tax today too. Hope yours doesnt need as much as mine probably will.  :sick:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 01 November 2011, 12:15
It failed  :cry:

Front brake inbalance
Number plate bulb (which was working yesterday)
Headlight aim

They are now looking at the brakes to see what the problem is.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 01 November 2011, 12:59
It failed  :cry:

Front brake inbalance
Number plate bulb (which was working yesterday)
Headlight aim

They are now looking at the brakes to see what the problem is.

Thats not bad.. although didn't you have some jip with brakes not that long ago?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 01 November 2011, 13:18

Thats not bad.. although didn't you have some jip with brakes not that long ago?


I had trouble with a rear caliper, just hoping I don't need a front one now.  :sad:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 01 November 2011, 13:23

Thats not bad.. although didn't you have some jip with brakes not that long ago?


I had trouble with a rear caliper, just hoping I don't need a front one now.  :sad:

Ah yes.. remember now... yeah lets hope not, when they said out of balance was it clear if it was binding or being slack?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 01 November 2011, 13:37

Thats not bad.. although didn't you have some jip with brakes not that long ago?


I had trouble with a rear caliper, just hoping I don't need a front one now.  :sad:

Ah yes.. remember now... yeah lets hope not, when they said out of balance was it clear if it was binding or being slack?

Not sure, Dad is with the car but they said the fronts had a 35% difference  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 01 November 2011, 14:50

Thats not bad.. although didn't you have some jip with brakes not that long ago?


I had trouble with a rear caliper, just hoping I don't need a front one now.  :sad:

Ah yes.. remember now... yeah lets hope not, when they said out of balance was it clear if it was binding or being slack?

Not sure, Dad is with the car but they said the fronts had a 35% difference  :undecided:

Done anything with the fluid recently, air in the system maybe?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 01 November 2011, 15:06

Thats not bad.. although didn't you have some jip with brakes not that long ago?


I had trouble with a rear caliper, just hoping I don't need a front one now.  :sad:

Ah yes.. remember now... yeah lets hope not, when they said out of balance was it clear if it was binding or being slack?

Not sure, Dad is with the car but they said the fronts had a 35% difference  :undecided:

Done anything with the fluid recently, air in the system maybe?

I have not unless it has air trapped from when the rear caliper was replaced  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 01 November 2011, 16:31

Thats not bad.. although didn't you have some jip with brakes not that long ago?


I had trouble with a rear caliper, just hoping I don't need a front one now.  :sad:

Ah yes.. remember now... yeah lets hope not, when they said out of balance was it clear if it was binding or being slack?

Not sure, Dad is with the car but they said the fronts had a 35% difference  :undecided:

Done anything with the fluid recently, air in the system maybe?

I have not unless it has air trapped from when the rear caliper was replaced  :undecided:

was the system fully bled when the caliper was changed?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 01 November 2011, 16:38

was the system fully bled when the caliper was changed?


Yes it should have been It was a local garage I know and trust, it is with a different garage for the mot.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 02 November 2011, 12:05
What a nightmare  :angry:

I have news from the garage (Skoda main dealer), it looks like it needs a new front caliper, however they cannot supply a new caliper until the new year  :shocked:

So I have now managed to source one from VW from the morning, will need painting but that is no big deal.

Just hoping that it sorts the problem.

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 02 November 2011, 12:16
What a nightmare  :angry:

I have news from the garage (Skoda main dealer), it looks like it needs a new front caliper, however they cannot supply a new caliper until the new year  :shocked:

So I have now managed to source one from VW from the morning, will need painting but that is no big deal.

Just hoping that it sorts the problem.




So you've been told you need a new one but have you been told why?  Dealers are always keen to replace rather than fix.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Bellend on 02 November 2011, 12:27
I'd try freeing it up and checking the discs and pads first.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 02 November 2011, 12:37
So you've been told you need a new one but have you been told why?  Dealers are always keen to replace rather than fix.


I'd try freeing it up and checking the discs and pads first.


Well the n/s front is reading 35% lower than the drivers side, discs and pads are fine (new less than 4k ago), they have also checked the discs with a dial gauge, all hoses are ok, sliders have been cleaned and lubricated, system has been bled twice yet it still has the fault.

So as a last resort they suspect the caliper is sticking / not working as it should  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Bellend on 02 November 2011, 17:51
So you've been told you need a new one but have you been told why?  Dealers are always keen to replace rather than fix.


I'd try freeing it up and checking the discs and pads first.


Well the n/s front is reading 35% lower than the drivers side, discs and pads are fine (new less than 4k ago), they have also checked the discs with a dial gauge, all hoses are ok, sliders have been cleaned and lubricated, system has been bled twice yet it still has the fault.

So as a last resort they suspect the caliper is sticking / not working as it should  :undecided:

Ah fair enough. Sounds like a calliper next then. Add it to the price list.  :grin: :cry:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 02 November 2011, 19:29
Ah fair enough. Sounds like a calliper next then. Add it to the price list.  :grin: :cry:

Thanks, I was trying to not spend much on it this month.  :sad:

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: lemski on 02 November 2011, 19:39
just this month then wayne? must be cos you worked out the full cost so far.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 02 November 2011, 19:43
just this month then wayne? must be cos you worked out the full cost so far.

Well it was a bit of a shock when I added it all up. :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: lemski on 02 November 2011, 19:47
its all these wheels you go through (i am aware its inly 2 sets)

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 02 November 2011, 19:54
its all these wheels you go through (i am aware its inly 2 sets)


Once the winters are on the ch's will be for sale.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Bellend on 02 November 2011, 22:35
Buy a Micra. I've spent some total of a £2.20 roll for my boss priming and lacquering a rocker cover alongside other jobs since I've had it.  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 02 November 2011, 23:33
Buy a Micra. I've spent some total of a £2.20 roll for my boss priming and lacquering a rocker cover alongside other jobs since I've had it.  :grin:

 :smiley: I have spent a lot but then as dad pointed out tonight at least you know the car.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: lemski on 03 November 2011, 08:57
thats a very valid point wayne, and atleast your still in the vag group
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 03 November 2011, 11:38
 :angry: :angry: :angry: :angry:

So Skoda cannot supply a caliper and they expect me to source one, thats fine and it has arrived however they are saying I may still not get it back today as they wanted it first thing.

FFS  :angry:


I will be haggling hard over the final bill that is for sure now.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 03 November 2011, 11:41
:angry: :angry: :angry: :angry:

So Skoda cannot supply a caliper and they expect me to source one, thats fine and it has arrived however they are saying I may still not get it back today as they wanted it first thing.

FFS  :angry:


I will be haggling hard over the final bill that is for sure now.

What a bunch of Shady Pioneers!  :angry: :angry: :grin: :kiss:

Flex those muscles Wayne and don't let them rip you off!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 03 November 2011, 17:31
Well it did not need a new caliper  :angry:

In the last 10mins it has passed :afro: the new caliper helped a little (sod all difference to be honest) plus giving it a long test drive and really warming the pads up.

God only knows what it is going to cost, as a goodwill gesture he has given me a free mot and the old caliper back to resell.

So just the labour bill to sort in the morning.

Wish me luck.

 :smiley:

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: lemski on 03 November 2011, 17:34
good  luck with the labour, shouldnt be too much to change a caliper and bleeed the system back up
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 03 November 2011, 19:50
good  luck with the labour, shouldnt be too much to change a caliper and bleeed the system back up

Plus time to find the fault, all @ £70 per hour  :shocked:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: lemski on 03 November 2011, 19:51
 :shocked:

i think maybe that would make me annoyed
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 03 November 2011, 19:56
:shocked:

i think maybe that would make me annoyed

Trust me, it takes a lot for me to lose my rag but they have had the car since 10.00 Tues.

What really finished it off was the fact he told me I needed a new caliper yet could not supply one, so I end up ringing around to get it all sorted only for it not to need it.  :angry:

One last point this is not some dodgy back street garage but a Skoda main dealer.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: lemski on 03 November 2011, 20:04
y couldnt skoda get a caliper for a skoda. surly they should be able to find one asap and surly they should be able to fix a problem and get the car back quickly as they are a profesional garage.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 03 November 2011, 20:06
y couldnt skoda get a caliper for a skoda. surly they should be able to find one asap and surly they should be able to fix a problem and get the car back quickly as they are a profesional garage.

They ordered it but it was on back order with no delivery date, he did say that could be early next year :shocked: so I went to VW and got one.

You hope they can fix a problem but at times I felt they did not have a clue.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: dom on 03 November 2011, 20:08
If the labour charge is stupid ask them for a breakdown of their time spent on the car :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: lemski on 03 November 2011, 20:09
well its sorted now and that is the main thing, i take you have the car back?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 03 November 2011, 20:26
If the labour charge is stupid ask them for a breakdown of their time spent on the car :wink:

As per phone call, I will do :afro:


well its sorted now and that is the main thing, i take you have the car back?

Not yet, collecting it in the morning. :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: golf-sib on 03 November 2011, 21:09
My golf under heavy braking pulls left all the time, never failed an MOT, tracking new tires, pads, bled system with higher boiling point, goodridge hoses etc, caliper has been checked and geometry tested yet it still slightly pulls left under heavy braking. Maybe its just normal?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Bellend on 03 November 2011, 22:18
I'm sure with enough complaining they can drop the time wrongly diagnosing the fault. I can't see how a 35% balance issue can just dissapear though unless the machine or operator is at fault......
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 03 November 2011, 23:36
My golf under heavy braking pulls left all the time, never failed an MOT, tracking new tires, pads, bled system with higher boiling point, goodridge hoses etc, caliper has been checked and geometry tested yet it still slightly pulls left under heavy braking. Maybe its just normal?

I have never noticed it with mine, however it showed up on the mot brake tester.


I'm sure with enough complaining they can drop the time wrongly diagnosing the fault.

I will find out more in the morning.

I can't see how a 35% balance issue can just dissapear though unless the machine or operator is at fault......

It has not, it was 36%, the new caliper got it down to 31%, a good road test and some small problem they found (god knows what, sticking valve somewhere I think) got it down to 22% mot allows 25% difference so it passed.

He suspects that the discs and pads are poor / cheaper quality and causing the remaining issue but no way on this earth am I going to bin a set of discs/pads with lees than 4000 miles on them.

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 04 November 2011, 11:40
Well it took a while and a few phone calls but we have reached an agreement on the bill.

The total would have been over £500  :shocked: however I am paying £275.72 all in with vat and the mot  :smiley:

So all in that is another £374.72 I have spent including the caliper I did not need, however I should be able to sell the old one all ok.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 04 November 2011, 13:02
A main dealer mechanic in my experience is less mechanically minded than a proper mechanic!

Most of the time if a computer can't tell them whats wrong then they have to look it up or just change parts at will as it's you that's paying.   

If a car doesn't have warranty, either fix it yourself or build a good relationship with a decent mechanic or garage. 

I have had nothing but poor service and extortionate pricing from dealer garages.

I have had nothing but quality and informative service with fair pricing from my local trusted garage.   
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 04 November 2011, 13:25
I have had nothing but poor service and extortionate pricing from dealer garages.

I have had nothing but quality and informative service with fair pricing from my local trusted garage.   

Sound advice Shaun however the local garage I use and trust were so picky with the Picasso last year I was not willing to risk it again.

You live and learn I guess so it is something to think about for the future.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 08 November 2011, 10:35
Well having done 60 miles over the weekend all seems ok, does not pull to the right anymore.

Going to try and fit the poly dogbone bush this week.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: lemski on 08 November 2011, 10:52
good to hear that wayne
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 20 November 2011, 16:54
Done lots of little jobs this morning.

Painted the new front brake caliper
Replaced 3 small vac / boost hoses (thanks to Dom for the main one I needed)
Cleaned the interior

Next up Dogbone Bushes.

Old ones  :shocked:

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/various201111016.jpg)

New Poly ones fitted.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/various201111015.jpg)

What a difference, it is harsher at idle but gearchange is so much better.

Next up extra gauges which if I am honest did not go well  :cry: had oil temp and pressure to fit but could not remove the spare plug port on the filter housing, did not want to give it any more force in case it ended in tears, so fitted the boost gauge for now but I am going to move it as you cannot really see where it is mounted, so did not bother to wire up the lighting.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/various201111017.jpg)

But all in all it was nice to sort lots of little jobs that I have been putting off.

:afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: lemski on 20 November 2011, 17:47
good work wayne
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: dom on 20 November 2011, 18:01
Good stuff, glad I could help :afro:

After driving around for a few days with my dogbone polybushed I've completely adjusted to it, don't even notice it anymore and soo much better than before! That said My gearchanges can still be a bit awkward at times :undecided:

Are you just going to swap the stereo & gauges around? :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: daz veedub on 20 November 2011, 18:03
looking good wayne :cool:

id get a black gauge fitted there instead  :smiley: if it was me that is  :grin:

+1 on swapping around aswell  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 20 November 2011, 19:53
Good stuff, glad I could help :afro:

After driving around for a few days with my dogbone polybushed I've completely adjusted to it, don't even notice it anymore and soo much better than before! That said My gearchanges can still be a bit awkward at times :undecided:


finally fitted that pipe today  :grin:, I find my gear change loads better.


Are you just going to swap the stereo & gauges around? :smiley:

Well I wanted to but the stereo will not fit in the bottom slot, so I well refit the cubby hole and mount the gauge somewhere else.


looking good wayne :cool:

id get a black gauge fitted there instead  :smiley: if it was me that is  :grin:

Thanks, I went for silver as it matched the other dials tbh.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: porter_89 on 21 November 2011, 16:05
my stereo fits in the bottom mate thats where i put mine but im getting a double din one for crimbo
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 21 November 2011, 23:46
my stereo fits in the bottom mate thats where i put mine but im getting a double din one for crimbo

Mine is a double din slot but for some reason the stereo will not fit in the bottom slot.

Have ordered the parts for boost gauge plan c today so fingers crossed I can sort it at the weekend.  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 27 November 2011, 16:04
Had some spare time yesterday so got on with sorting the Stack boost gauge,  :undecided: on the pillar mount at the moment so it may be moved again.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/various271111002a.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: golf-sib on 27 November 2011, 16:21
Not to keen on that, I like the boost gauges in the vents however.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 27 November 2011, 23:25
Not to keen on that, I like the boost gauges in the vents however.

I did have a vent mounted one but was not keen, have had another idea however and have ordered something tonight  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: golf-sib on 27 November 2011, 23:33
Not to keen on that, I like the boost gauges in the vents however.

I did have a vent mounted one but was not keen, have had another idea however and have ordered something tonight  :lipsrsealed:

Not that digital unit that goes into the vent? or some lads have installed a cheap tablet as a double din with torque running, that looks quite cool with all the info and gauges it throws up  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 14 December 2011, 13:41
Well plan b / c did not work, the plan was to fit a Newsouth column pod (Golf mk4 one) but I did not like it, so sold it on and then tweaked the pillar pod.

Have fitted smaller black bolts with black washers plus drilled a extra hole so the gauge will sit further round, however even with the extra hole the Stack gauge was not sitting right so I changed the gauge.

Before
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/various271111002a.jpg)

After
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/various111211008-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: stow1985 on 14 December 2011, 15:17
Spot on!  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Andy-H on 14 December 2011, 15:50
I like that, nice  :cool: :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: SoundillusioN on 14 December 2011, 16:08
Much better, the wonky stack would have done my head in.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 14 December 2011, 16:41
Spot on!  :cool:

I like that, nice  :cool: :cool:

Thanks


Much better, the wonky stack would have done my head in.

It did my head in after a week, but because of the design with the big hose fitting / adaptor on the back it would not fit any better.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Seanl on 14 December 2011, 16:50
Yep, much better mate. And as said in my thread, welcome back fella! :wink: :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Wayne on 23 December 2011, 21:34
Well I have been thinking of changing my wheels again for the last few months but it was knowing what to go for, then a few weeks ago I found some on another forum, took a few pm's to sort a deal but we got something sorted in the end, so today I took a trip to Cardiff and collected them.

They are Team Dynamics Pro Race 1.2's in 8x18, I was sad enough to weigh one before fitting 9kg  :shocked: they make such a difference to how it drives.

A few pics, will get some better ones next week also thanks to Hurdy for all the help / advice received.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/carvarious004.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/carvarious009.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/carvarious001.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: scottv6 on 24 December 2011, 09:58
sorry mate but i still think the ch's look the best.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: Diamond Hell on 24 December 2011, 10:31
Still nearly 3kg more than my dinky little 15" Team Dynamics.  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: Horney on 24 December 2011, 11:24
I prefer them to the CH's. Good choice.

Nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: Jack3559 on 24 December 2011, 11:42
I prefer them to the CH's. Good choice.

Nick

Same here, much better. They look the right size in the arch now AND they're much more original.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: F17BAD on 24 December 2011, 15:18
Not feeling those mate.

never been keen on Team Dynamics rims.. low quality  :undecided:

those CH looked so good!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: VeeDubGTI16v on 24 December 2011, 16:12
those team dynamics are 100% better quality than replica ch's  :grin:

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: F17BAD on 24 December 2011, 16:17
 :grin: :grin: :grin:i didn't know they were replicas haha but fair one yea

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: VeeDubGTI16v on 24 December 2011, 16:19
I wonder how much the replicas weighed if the new ones are 9kg!

15?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: F17BAD on 24 December 2011, 16:30
probably about the same as the whole car  :grin:

wonder if wayne has put one on the scales
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: dom on 24 December 2011, 17:08
They look really good :afro:

Just need that 20mm drop now :lipsrsealed: :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: Wayne on 24 December 2011, 17:15
I wonder how much the replicas weighed if the new ones are 9kg!

15?

I was sad enough to weigh one of the CH reps this morning 12.1 kg, so the TD rims are a lot lighter.

Thanks all, I am well pleased with them.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: Wayne on 24 December 2011, 21:17
A few better pictures.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/carupdate001.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/carupdate017.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/carupdate011.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/carupdate013.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: F17BAD on 24 December 2011, 22:27
does look good their

crying out to be lower tho
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: AudiA8Quattro on 24 December 2011, 22:32
Its looking good Wayne.
Not everyone wants to drag on the floor Brad  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: F17BAD on 24 December 2011, 22:33
 :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: GTI:Gibbo on 24 December 2011, 22:49
Very nice  :cool:

I see one by me that's an unmarked police vehicle in the same shade of silver of your's Wayne.

Jnc3 M5 south there usually parked up watching  :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: tdi_blu on 25 December 2011, 12:27
Those new rims look nice Wayne car looks well.I do like the BBS reps better if im honest but long as your happy  :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: tech1889 on 25 December 2011, 16:55
prefer ch's tbh mate.. they just look a bit lost on your car as its not race focused if you know what i mean ??
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85
Post by: VeeDubGTI16v on 25 December 2011, 16:56
the bbs would have been nicer if

a. they were real
b. they were silver

the team dynamics look quite oem though strangely!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 26 December 2011, 16:12
I had some Team Dynamics alloys on my Nova GSI  :lipsrsealed: about 13 years ago and they were spot on then...

I agree with the comment about them looking OEM, they certainly look as if they could have been a dealer option from new.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87
Post by: Seanl on 26 December 2011, 17:27
I agree they look great! Been looking at em myself lately as well. Since seeing Hurdys on the Polo, I've had more of an appreciation for them. Can be picked up relatively cheaply too, and look good on all manner of cars. :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87
Post by: Wayne on 27 December 2011, 20:07
New drivers seat base fitted today, I read a few guides beforehand and it was easy enough to sort really, hardest part is refitting the cover as it needs to be pulled / stretched really tight.

As you can see it needed replacing.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/seatbase002.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/seatbase004.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87
Post by: scottv6 on 27 December 2011, 20:10
are they a recaro seat? mine is fooked got some foam to have ago bodging the side up  :nerd: because i cant fine a new base for it, is it easy to remove the cover?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87
Post by: golf-sib on 27 December 2011, 20:11
Common problem, when I bought my golf, the dealer's replaced this before handing over the keys, you can pick up the part quite easily for the recaro's

Good work Wayne :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87
Post by: Wayne on 27 December 2011, 20:14
are they a recaro seat? mine is fooked got some foam to have ago bodging the side up  :nerd: because i cant fine a new base for it, is it easy to remove the cover?

Mine are not recaro, I would think they are different to do  :undecided: mine took about an hour start to finish.


Good work Wayne :afro:

Thanks  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87
Post by: scottv6 on 27 December 2011, 20:17
yea i went to seat and vw both wanded over £80 and i cant justify paying that so going to have a go myself 1st when i get a free day with nice weather.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87
Post by: Wayne on 27 December 2011, 20:21
yea i went to seat and vw both wanded over £80 and i cant justify paying that so going to have a go myself 1st when i get a free day with nice weather.

My new base was £78, which is a lot of money but I wanted to sort it before the leather got marked.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87
Post by: scottv6 on 27 December 2011, 20:24
defo a better job with a new 1,   : :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87
Post by: golf-sib on 27 December 2011, 20:37
With recaro's I think they are in parts. I remember the dealer saying they only need the side bit.

But this was free of charge on top of the car cost when buying so I have no clue if its multiple parts or single, let alone the price  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87
Post by: scottv6 on 27 December 2011, 20:39
when i went in they said it was 1 full piece but i will see when i take it apart.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87
Post by: Rhyso on 27 December 2011, 22:55
Recaro seat base is one full part

£78?? Fook!!!  Mine was approx £50 just a couple of years ago!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87
Post by: Wayne on 27 December 2011, 23:44
Recaro seat base is one full part

£78?? Fook!!!  Mine was approx £50 just a couple of years ago!

That was with discount, £84.40 inc vat (retail)  :shocked:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87
Post by: stow1985 on 30 December 2011, 22:14
New wheels look spot on!!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87
Post by: Wayne on 30 December 2011, 23:37
New wheels look spot on!!

Thank you  :smiley: you notice the lighter wheels the more you drive it, my mpg is also better which is a bonus.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87 - New seat base pg88
Post by: gtiballs61 on 03 January 2012, 17:53
like the wheels wayne,remind me of the OZ i used to have on the old 3 series.

(http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy200/skippybigballs/my%20old%20rides/oldbm5.jpg)
(http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy200/skippybigballs/my%20old%20rides/oldbm1.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87 - New seat base pg88
Post by: daz veedub on 03 January 2012, 18:02
just caught up on this thread  :smiley:

would benefit from a little drop mate  :smiley:

is looking sweet tho  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87 - New seat base pg88
Post by: Wayne on 03 January 2012, 23:33

would benefit from a little drop mate  :smiley:


I am planning an exhaust next, I noticed yesterday the back box has a slight rattle / loose baffle.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87 - New seat base pg88
Post by: GTI:Gibbo on 04 January 2012, 14:13
What exhaust are you looking at getting?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87 - New seat base pg88
Post by: Wayne on 04 January 2012, 16:25
What exhaust are you looking at getting?

I am thinking about a Jetex system (subject to funds) next month  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87 - New seat base pg88
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 04 January 2012, 16:43
What exhaust are you looking at getting?

I a thinking about a Jetex system (subject to funds) next month  :smiley:

I like this idea! :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87 - New seat base pg88
Post by: GTI:Gibbo on 04 January 2012, 17:19
What exhaust are you looking at getting?

I a thinking about a Jetex system (subject to funds) next month  :smiley:

I like this idea! :cool:

+1  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87 - New seat base pg88
Post by: Horney on 09 January 2012, 22:51
You want it to sound like this one!

http://youtu.be/hZhsBmvwGaw

Nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87 - New seat base pg88
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 09 January 2012, 22:56
Nowt like a lovely peaceful Sunday drive in the nice and practical family wagon...
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87 - New seat base pg88
Post by: GTI:Gibbo on 09 January 2012, 23:56
You want it to sound like this one!

http://youtu.be/hZhsBmvwGaw

Nick

Oh yes... the slight pop when changing down gear  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87 - New seat base pg88
Post by: stow1985 on 10 January 2012, 22:20
2 things....

1 that wagon is awsome and has now gone on to my dream car list  :grin:

2 now I've just spent far to long watching hill climb you tube clips  :angry:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87 - New seat base pg88
Post by: mark-mk3gti on 11 January 2012, 10:16
You want it to sound like this one!

http://youtu.be/hZhsBmvwGaw

Nick

 :shocked: :shocked: :shocked: :shocked: OMG! how well does that car handle! i want one! and the sound is awesome, could shave 10mins off my 25min daily commute in that!  :evil: :evil:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg85 & 87 - New seat base pg88
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 11 January 2012, 13:26
It's drives like its on rails, love it.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 31 January 2012, 23:46
A small update, retaxed today for 6mths, that gets me to July.

Not much else to report.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: stow1985 on 01 February 2012, 18:20
A small update, retaxed today for 6mths, that gets me to July.

Not much else to report.

I know that feeling  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 23 February 2012, 23:42
For sale: http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=223213.0  :sad:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: tigerj360 on 24 February 2012, 13:26
 :sad: how come man?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: SoundillusioN on 24 February 2012, 13:30
:sad: how come man?

This...........
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 24 February 2012, 13:43
:sad: how come man?

This...........

Various reasons but I feel it is time for someone else to enjoy it.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Diamond Hell on 24 February 2012, 13:50
So which is the genuine reason for selling it and which are just excuses?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 24 February 2012, 13:54
So which is the genuine reason for selling it and which are just excuses?

No excuses at all and nothing at all wrong with the car, I am lucky to do 80 to 100 miles a month and with paying £49 a month for insurance plus the rising cost of fuel means the time has come to accept that it is not worth having a car.

So if it does sell then I will cancel the insurance and not bother with a car for a while.

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Horney on 24 February 2012, 14:01
That sound sfar to sensible! I fully expect to have 4 cars next year. :grin:

Nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Diamond Hell on 24 February 2012, 14:08
No excuses at all and nothing at all wrong with the car

So say 'I'm selling the car because I'm only doing 80-100miles a month and it's not worth having it' instead of trotting out a BS sales spiel line, which makes it look like you're hiding something.  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: The Mighty Elvi on 24 February 2012, 14:10
Makes you question why you bought a car in first place.

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Horney on 24 February 2012, 14:11
Makes you question why you bought a car in first place.



Car enthusiast? Even if I had no use for a car whatsover in my daily life I would still have at least 2. I love cars!

nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: The Mighty Elvi on 24 February 2012, 14:16
That does 80-100 miles a month if he's lucky  Enthusiast. Really?

That's public transport/bike mileage that is.

Spent the money on prostitutes instead.





Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Diamond Hell on 24 February 2012, 14:18
Nah - it's totally understandable.

I only did one track day in my Golf last year, but it doesn't matter one iota.  The main thing to me is that I own it and as and when I have the time to play with it, I do.

I also own a Corrado and a Suzuki SJ as well and the Corrado didn't do ANY miles last year!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Horney on 24 February 2012, 14:22
Nah - it's totally understandable.

I only did one track day in my Golf last year, but it doesn't matter one iota.  The main thing to me is that I own it and as and when I have the time to play with it, I do.

Exactly this. My Golf made one VW meet in 2011 and that was a 8 mile round trip. That's all it did in the whole year.

Nick
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Jay on 24 February 2012, 14:33
No excuses at all and nothing at all wrong with the car

So say 'I'm selling the car because I'm only doing 80-100miles a month and it's not worth having it' instead of trotting out a BS sales spiel line, which makes it look like you're hiding something.  :grin:

This ^ Makes it sound like a genuine reason for selling  :wink:

... and you're paying £50 a month + fuel which is negligible because you use so little of it for a car that you can take out for a blast once in a while when you so desire and take your bike out to places you've not been before to go cycling somewhere new :undecided: oh well, your car.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: SoundillusioN on 24 February 2012, 15:23
Nah - it's totally understandable.

I only did one track day in my Golf last year, but it doesn't matter one iota.  The main thing to me is that I own it and as and when I have the time to play with it, I do.

Exactly this. My Golf made one VW meet in 2011 and that was a 8 mile round trip. That's all it did in the whole year.

Nick

Also have to agree, someone on here had a bit of a pop at me not so long ago questioning my opinion on illegal mods on a road car when I barely drive my own.  The golf is a second car, It's old, it's classic, it's mine, I love it and I enjoying working on it when I have time and how much it gets driven doesn't affect any of that.  In fact the golf is only insured to do 3k a year and although it wasn't on the road for a great amount of time, I nearly hit my insured limit.

I suppose the difference with this car is it's a daily, and if it's not being used then I suppose it makes sense to get rid.  However, wasn't that the case when first purchased?

 
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 24 February 2012, 15:32
At the end of the day if Wayne doesn't want a car, he doesn't want one! Simples! :grin: he is going to be saving a few bob over the year that could be used else where. I'm sure he will access to another car, should he require the need to use one.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: SoundillusioN on 24 February 2012, 15:51
At the end of the day if Wayne doesn't want a car, he doesn't want one! Simples! :grin: he is going to be saving a few bob over the year that could be used else where. I'm sure he will access to another car, should he require the need to use one.

Here's a plan then Wayne, sell it and with the mnoey you save have a project like a mk1 or a mk2 that doesn't need tax and mot etc.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: golf-sib on 24 February 2012, 20:09
I'd say its a genuine reason, I'm in a similar boat, my golf does 50miles max a month as I use the train to work, miss's has a KA, cars still of this age to have an ok resale value, which means whether you like it or not people like to see stamps in the log book. Plus it is a huge running cost, road tax, tires, brakes etc soon adds up if all you need it for is 100miles max.

Like I just bought road tax, it needs new tires and a MOT soon, yet I only do a max if lucky of 50miless (had a few months when I didn't use it), is there a point to keeping it? Miss's has a car which I could go down on insurance wise, or I could sorn it if I had a garage or drive (which I dont  :sad: ).

Or maybe his getting abuse that comes with the log book, if he want to sell, he sells, simples?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: stow1985 on 24 February 2012, 20:42
Shame you selling it mate, but I can understand the reasons why.

Good luck with the sale  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: PenguinGTI on 24 February 2012, 21:03
Sell it and get a proper project. You don't need a daily so get something that needs some TLC.

If you don't use it that regularly then an Octavia VRS is a lot of car to be sitting unused.

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: scottv6 on 25 February 2012, 08:35

Bit gutted for you mate,all that time finding the right wheels then when you do you decide to sell It. Ha.

Good look with the sale
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 13 March 2012, 21:23
Well had little or no luck with selling it and then it went wrong again, the before cat Lambda has died, should get it back tomorrow all fixed but it is yet more money that I did not want to spend on the car.

Plan b is to run it until the tax is up then maybe look at breaking it.   :cry:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Toby on 13 March 2012, 21:25
Well had little or no luck with selling it and then it went wrong again, the before cat Lambda has died, should get it back tomorrow all fixed but it is yet more money that I did not want to spend on the car.

Plan b is to run it until the tax is up then maybe look at breaking it.   :cry:
the tax idea is a good one, but breaking!!

its to nice to break!

trouble is, with cars these days, there worth more in bit's which is very sad!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 13 March 2012, 21:27
its to nice to break!

trouble is, with cars these days, there worth more in bit's which is very sad!

Thats the problem, best offer was £1650 I would get more in bits, I have until July to sort something.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: stow1985 on 13 March 2012, 21:59
Breaking it!  :cry:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 15 March 2012, 00:04
New Lambda all fitted and working fine, £173.72 was the final bill  :cry:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 26 March 2012, 21:06
Cleaned today and wheels changed again :grin:

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/octavia%202/carupdate260312068.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/octavia%202/carupdate260312064.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/octavia%202/carupdate260312009.jpg)

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 26 March 2012, 21:08
Are they the standard wheels it came with mate?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 26 March 2012, 21:09
Are they the standard wheels it came with mate?

Nope they are 16" from a 2001 Beetle, got lucky with an ebay auction, have sold the 18"s so needed something
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: richw911 on 26 March 2012, 22:12
Looks good  :cool: Standard looks is the way  :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: stow1985 on 28 March 2012, 22:10
Still no luck on the sell mate?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 28 March 2012, 23:27
Still no luck on the sell mate?


Nope :sad: have sold the wheels for a good price which helps but not getting any real interest.

So in May it might get broken for spares, I don't see any other choice apart from maybe doing a deal in the trade but I did not want another car for the minute.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: stow1985 on 29 March 2012, 22:33
That really sucks... :sick:

Such a shame to even consider breaking this car  :cry:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: JC on 01 April 2012, 07:18
those wheels look so wrong, makes it look like a base model car IMHO
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 01 April 2012, 10:19
those wheels look so wrong, makes it look like a base model car IMHO

I agree but they are only to sell it plus were really cheap, no point in spending another £300 just to sell it.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 01 April 2012, 20:52
Few pictures from earlier today.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/octavia%202/car010412006a.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/octavia%202/car010412027a.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/octavia%202/car010412017a.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/octavia%202/car010412043a.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: JC on 01 April 2012, 21:53
those wheels look so wrong, makes it look like a base model car IMHO

I agree but they are only to sell it plus were really cheap, no point in spending another £300 just to sell it.

well to me it ruins the whole look of the car  :undecided:

perhaps keeping the original wheels and the change could have been undone easier would have helped it sell

to be fair the price its down to I would be breaking it  :shocked:

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 01 April 2012, 23:48
well to me it ruins the whole look of the car  :undecided:

perhaps keeping the original wheels and the change could have been undone easier would have helped it sell

to be fair the price its down to I would be breaking it  :shocked:


Well I am getting no interest and even if I fitted another set of the original wheels would I sell it, doubt it, so it is keep it or break it decision time soon.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Diamond Hell on 02 April 2012, 00:08
Well, according to the recent 'selling cars' thread you need to make out some aspect of it is a problem and point out what a bargain someone would be getting and you'll have to beat the morons off with a sh*tty stick.

Do it - say the clutch is about to go and you've lowered the price accordingly - they'll come flocking and be delighted.  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 05 April 2012, 11:09
So after a lot of searching and taking Chuff's advice, I have managed to find an original set of wheels on ebay, a kind forum member is collecting them for me and if all goes to plan they should be fitted on Sunday.

I have also ordered a new boot badge and the small vRS grille badge, so it will nearly be back to standard.

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 05 April 2012, 13:12
So you've now got ANOTHER set of wheels to shift on - haha.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 05 April 2012, 13:35
So you've now got ANOTHER set of wheels to shift on - haha.

Yes but they should sell on all ok.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 05 April 2012, 20:11
How many sets of wheels in total has this car now seen?  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 05 April 2012, 20:47
How many sets of wheels in total has this car now seen?  :rolleyes:

Original's, Inovit's, BBS CH's, TD Pro Race's, Beetle and then back to another set of originals :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Rhyso on 05 April 2012, 20:51
You must have spent more on wheels than the actual car itself  :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: JC on 05 April 2012, 20:53
You must have spent more on wheels than the actual car itself  :grin: :grin:

 :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 05 April 2012, 20:55
You must have spent more on wheels than the actual car itself  :grin: :grin:

Not that bad tbh, total spend with selling all the old sets is £650 less whatever the Beetle rims sell for.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 05 April 2012, 21:25
That's not to sad then really.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 05 April 2012, 21:27
That's not to sad then really.

Nope, not really, the next set of alloys have been collected all ok by the very kind forum member in Cornwall so all going well should be on the car Sunday.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wazzzer on 05 April 2012, 21:44
I quite like it on those wheels lol
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 05 April 2012, 21:47
I quite like it on those wheels lol

Thanks, a few people do but I think they are putting people off, I am hoping that when it is back on the original type alloys I get some interest.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Fabla on 07 April 2012, 22:01
I quite like it on those wheels lol

Thanks, a few people do but I think they are putting people off, I am hoping that when it is back on the original type alloys I get some interest.
Can't beat the original octy alloys, even bought some for my fab.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Boost Gauge pg54 - New wheels pg 59 & 63
Post by: Mr GTD on 08 April 2012, 08:40
Remapped today.  :grin:

Fook me it is bonkers when the boost comes in.

Going to try and get it on a rolling road soon to see what it is putting out.

If your in the South West I can highly recommend: Nathan @ http://www.wagenworx.co.uk/ excellent service :afro:

Loving the motor mate, I've just fired off a email to these guys so are see what they come back with....
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 08 April 2012, 19:39
So after taking Chuffs advice, I managed to track another set of the original wheels down on ebay, so today has seen the car cleaned and polished, new boot and grille badges fitted plus the wheels.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/octavia%202/carandvarious080412030.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/octavia%202/carandvarious080412027.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/octavia%202/carandvarious080412007.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/octavia%202/carandvarious080412018.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: richw911 on 08 April 2012, 19:47
Looking good  :cool: fingers crossed that is sells  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: gti gaz on 08 April 2012, 19:58
Looking good dude
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: JC on 09 April 2012, 11:15
dont ever take my advice  :laugh: :grin: I change cars more than I change my shoes  :laugh: :grin:


But on a positive, looks like I was right, LOOKS AS IT SHOULD , hope it sells now.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: bobbarley on 09 April 2012, 11:21
Looks lovely and OEM  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 16 April 2012, 20:39
Well as it looks like it is not going to sell, some more parts / mods have been ordered today  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 16 April 2012, 20:51
HA...come on wayne, spill the beans...what wheels have you ordered ??   :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: Wayne on 16 April 2012, 21:01
HA...come on wayne, spill the beans...what wheels have you ordered ??   :grin:

No wheels but going to sort a few issues that have been niggled me for a while
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Wheels changed again pg77 & 79 - New seat base pg80
Post by: porter_89 on 16 April 2012, 22:17
what issues are these mate i got a sneeky thing up my sleeve but i wont say as its non vag when i see you next il explain haha
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88
Post by: leegt5 on 19 April 2012, 09:34
Keep them alloys wayne, they seem to be the only alloys that suit them in my opinion !!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88
Post by: Wayne on 21 April 2012, 00:02
Small update.

Started with.
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/airfilter003.jpg)

After :smiley:
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/airfilter005.jpg)

Needed a cold air feed, work came to the rescue :afro:
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/airfilter006.jpg)

In and routed
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/airfilter007.jpg)
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/airfilter008.jpg)

All that was then needed was to drill the lower grille
(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/airfilter011.jpg)

Early days but not sure if I like it, I was looking for more noise but it sounds like Darth Vader has moved in under the bonnet :grin: going to give it a few days but may go back to standard :sad:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: scottv6 on 22 April 2012, 19:44
go with a k and n panel filter then smooth and drill the airbox prob more to your tast mate.  have you done the n249 bypass?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: Wayne on 22 April 2012, 20:22
go with a k and n panel filter then smooth and drill the airbox prob more to your tast mate. 

Going to switch back to a panel filter, I have smoothed the standard airbox.


have you done the n249 bypass?

No, but I am thinking of doing it.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: scottv6 on 22 April 2012, 20:50
doesnt make a massive differance but worth it for what it costs.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: richw911 on 22 April 2012, 21:55
No interest in it at all then bud?  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: Wayne on 22 April 2012, 21:58
No interest in it at all then bud?  :undecided:

Well since Feb I have had in total 5 phone calls and 11 emails, best offer was £1600 but would not sell it for that so it looks like it is staying.

Clocked up 119k tonight and I have had it a year on the 1st May and this will be the first car I have ever had for a year.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: AudiA8Quattro on 22 April 2012, 22:00
Keep it  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: richw911 on 22 April 2012, 22:02
No interest in it at all then bud?  :undecided:

Well since Feb I have had in total 5 phone calls and 11 emails, best offer was £1600 but would not sell it for that so it looks like it is staying.

Clocked up 119k tonight and I have had it a year on the 1st May and this will be the first car I have ever had for a year.

Shame  :sad: Still its a cracking car, and not really a hardship to have to keep it  :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: Wayne on 22 April 2012, 22:04
No interest in it at all then bud?  :undecided:

Well since Feb I have had in total 5 phone calls and 11 emails, best offer was £1600 but would not sell it for that so it looks like it is staying.

Clocked up 119k tonight and I have had it a year on the 1st May and this will be the first car I have ever had for a year.

Shame  :sad: Still its a cracking car, and not really a hardship to have to keep it  :afro:

Nope not really, it is still only doing 200miles a month at the most.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: stow1985 on 24 April 2012, 20:52
Glad this is staying, for now anyway  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: PenguinGTI on 25 April 2012, 17:37
Wayne I'd keep it. Fuel's obviously not your main concern as you do such low mileage and for when you want a drive it's a good, fun and solid car to have for when you want it. It's also practical and inconspicuous.

I know sitting with a lump of metal out in the driveway can seem a bit wasteful but you'd miss it if it went.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: PenguinGTI on 25 April 2012, 17:37
And at the very least it stops you from getting slagged for not having a car on here  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: gti gaz on 25 April 2012, 20:49
Alright bud how you getting on with darf Vader under your hood thinking about getting myself one
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: Wayne on 25 April 2012, 21:07
Wayne I'd keep it. Fuel's obviously not your main concern as you do such low mileage and for when you want a drive it's a good, fun and solid car to have for when you want it. It's also practical and inconspicuous.

I know sitting with a lump of metal out in the driveway can seem a bit wasteful but you'd miss it if it went.

Well I am keeping it now  :cool:


Alright bud how you getting on with darf Vader under your hood thinking about getting myself one

Removed it the next day :grin: and has now been sold
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: gti gaz on 25 April 2012, 21:18
gutted iwould have had it if you were getting rid never mind
so why you get rid to loud??
 :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: Wayne on 27 April 2012, 21:47
Pipercross panel filter refitted tonight, thanks to Toby for a quick and easy sale :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: Gavv8 on 28 April 2012, 11:05
It's a nice car and you've put a lot of work in to it, the grass ain't necessarily green and all that.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: Wayne on 29 April 2012, 19:59
So with some spare time yesterday, I got on with refitting the boost gauge, the one I had was not very clear so removed it and sold it.

Replaced it with a 7 colour one, much clearer, big thanks to Scott for all his help with the wiring :afro:

Next step is to look at moving it due to the fact it vibrates a lot.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/boostgauge003.jpg)


Went for the green option for lighting  :smiley:

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/boostgauge006.jpg)


Did a 90 mile round trip today to collect an ebay purchase and this was the average mpg when I got home  :smiley:

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/boostgauge005.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: scottv6 on 29 April 2012, 20:03
look good that mate. i do think a vent pod would look cool  :smiley:

did you wire it up to the dimmer.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: gti gaz on 29 April 2012, 20:08
looks good dude will be doing mine after have moved house just cant decide ware to put them  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: Wayne on 29 April 2012, 20:11
look good that mate. i do think a vent pod would look cool  :smiley:

I am thinking about a vent pod tbh if not top of the steering column is the other choice.


did you wire it up to the dimmer.

Nope, just used the switched live on the light switch, thanks again for your help.

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: scottv6 on 29 April 2012, 20:17
yea something like that would suit it well.

ah ok, get a pic up at night to show the colour match with the speedo lights  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: Wayne on 29 April 2012, 20:21
ah ok, get a pic up at night to show the colour match with the speedo lights  :smiley:

Will do :afro: it is a good match tbh.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: scottv6 on 29 April 2012, 20:28
it is in mine aswel, for halfords i think its a pritty good gauge tbh.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: Wayne on 01 May 2012, 21:01
Well I have had it a year today  :shocked:

Just looked at the mileage wise and since getting it I have done 3507 miles.

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels now fitted pg88 - induction kit pg89
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 01 May 2012, 21:26
Blimey that's nowt!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels pg88 - Another induction kit pg92
Post by: Wayne on 11 May 2012, 22:05
Well was not looking to spend a lot more money on the car but whilst browsing the for sale section I found another induction kit at a really good price.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/octavia%202/inductionkittake2001.jpg)

So tonight got on with fitting it, dead easy to do all in all took me just over an hour, bumper is very easy to remove when you have done it a few times.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/octavia%202/inductionkittake2002.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/octavia%202/inductionkittake2005.jpg)

Was worried about what it would sound like but it is awesome but not as daft as the last kit so well pleased :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels pg88 - Another induction kit pg92
Post by: lemski on 11 May 2012, 22:37
thats nicely tucked away. gd job
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels pg88 - Another induction kit pg92
Post by: gti gaz on 11 May 2012, 22:42
looks sweet dude realy smart still trying to work out if mk4  panal filter is same as passat
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels pg88 - Another induction kit pg92
Post by: T_J_G on 13 May 2012, 16:44
Just don't go through any puddles!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels pg88 - Another induction kit pg92
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 13 May 2012, 16:47
Just don't go through any puddles!

This always concerned me when seeing mk4's with these fitted.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Standard wheels pg88 - Another induction kit pg92
Post by: Wayne on 13 May 2012, 21:02
Just don't go through any puddles!

This always concerned me when seeing mk4's with these fitted.

Sound advice :afro: was going to try and avoid deep water tbh
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: Wayne on 14 May 2012, 23:56
Well it looks like it could be the end  :cry: :cry: :cry:

Out and about earlier and without warning the coolant level light came on and it dumped all its water into the pass. footwell.

I had a quick look and it is not looking like a hose, so have parked it in work for now.

If it is the heater matrix then I am not sure if I want to go to all that hassle to replace it  :sad:

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: Wayne on 15 May 2012, 11:51
hope it's just a hose mate!

Well looking at this morning it is 95% the matrix, I can get one through the radiatior company we use cheap enough but it is a ballache to replace  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: clipperjay on 15 May 2012, 11:53
Looks like you decided to keep it Wayne and just push forward  :smiley:
starting to take shape now you're not holding back  :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: PenguinGTI on 15 May 2012, 11:55
Go for it Wayne. Don't give up on the car now. It's not as if you need it every single day so it can afford to take a short break from road-going duties.

*Dons black glasses and long black coat*

"I am now entering the Matrix"  :cool: :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 15 May 2012, 11:56
Go on Wayne, can't be as tiring as cycling :wink: :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 15 May 2012, 12:27
I presume this is the usual full dash out jobbie? Ewww...... :sick:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: Wayne on 15 May 2012, 12:56
I presume this is the usual full dash out jobbie? Ewww...... :sick:

It seems to be the case, book time is around 6 hours but I think it will take longer than that.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: JC on 15 May 2012, 14:20
Oh well sh!t happens, get it broken and move on.

 :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 15 May 2012, 15:13
Pahahaha.  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: Wayne on 15 May 2012, 15:55
Well I have ordered the part and have found a willing helper, so over the next few nights going to crack on and get it sorted.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: Wayne on 15 May 2012, 23:52
Just for info, genuine Skoda matrix £137  :shocked: sourced one from a local company brand new for £36.

Skoda wanted £400 labour for the job, both local garages were around £300 but did not really want to do the job.

Will post pictures tomorrow but what a complete ballache of a job  :sad: but good progress has been made
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: stow1985 on 16 May 2012, 08:29
Induction kit looks rather tidy!

Shame about the matrix going! Glad your getting on with it tho...
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: Wayne on 16 May 2012, 12:12
 :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: And we have not reached the matrix yet

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/car1.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/car2.jpg)

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 16 May 2012, 13:09
Horrific stuff!  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: dom on 16 May 2012, 17:43
I hope you took lots of pictures as you were taking it apart! Definitely not a job I would fancy doing :sick:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: Mr_Orange on 16 May 2012, 21:41
Holy flying sh!t balls!  The sight of that will cause me sleepless nights.  Dread this happening to the Golf!   :sick:
Be strong and good luck with this mighty task.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: richw911 on 16 May 2012, 22:00
 :shocked: :shocked: :shocked: :shocked: :shocked:

I would not attempt that  :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: Wayne on 16 May 2012, 22:16
Thanks all for the kind words of support :afro:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: richw911 on 16 May 2012, 22:18
Thanks all for the kind words of support :afro:

Mine post wasn't really much support  :laugh:

Good luck bud im sure it will be OK with two of you at it  :wink:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: Wayne on 16 May 2012, 23:51
Good luck bud im sure it will be OK with two of you at it  :wink:

Thanks Rich :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: clipperjay on 17 May 2012, 07:37
Haaa guess my MK2 guide on the matrix is no use  :tongue: :evil:

Its in there somewhere imagine saving all that labour costs it can go somewhere else now!
 
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: Wayne on 17 May 2012, 08:03
Haaa guess my MK2 guide on the matrix is no use  :tongue: :evil:

Its in there somewhere imagine saving all that labour costs it can go somewhere else now!
 

The really daft part about Jay is that it is fitted in the through the top, so you have to remove the heater box to change it, why they could not have gone for the drivers side is beyond me.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: clipperjay on 17 May 2012, 08:50
Well most matrix systems are centralised for even heat distribution and the top access I would guess be the most logical place to feed the fresh air from as its level with bulkhead. Enough from me want to see pictures of hands after wards  :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 17 May 2012, 11:00
Cut and scratched to sh!t no doubt.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: Wayne on 18 May 2012, 21:50
No pictures, sorry but heater matrix has now been replaced and dash is nearly back together, few hours tomorrow along with bleeding the cooling system will see it finished .
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: Mr_Orange on 19 May 2012, 08:36
No pictures, sorry but heater matrix has now been replaced and dash is nearly back together, few hours tomorrow along with bleeding the cooling system will see it finished .

Good news! 

Double check that bleeding procedure, but basically you want to:
Keep it circulating through the heater matrix (ie heater on full chat) to prevent air trapment
Keep the header tank topped up (helps to have an assistant for this)
Wait for it to get up to temp, thermostat opens, and pump the rad hoses to encourage the coolant through and the air out
You can do all this on idle, but it'll all warm up and all happen quicker with throttle open to ~2k rpm ;)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: Wayne on 19 May 2012, 22:07
Few pictures from earlier, all now up and running just a few tweaks needed tomorrow.

All in all it took around 14 hours, it is not that hard a job but so much needs to be removed to gain access.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/car190512001.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/car190512005.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: clipperjay on 19 May 2012, 22:30
You know the best trick to get air out of the cooling system is to leave the expansion cap off over night!
Start the car get it up to temperature let it cool then take the cap off and leave it off till morning.
Air has a way of finding itself to the top, a few squeeze of the rad pipes before bedtime and morning will work all air bubbles out to the expansion bottle!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: Wayne on 20 May 2012, 00:15
You know the best trick to get air out of the cooling system is to leave the expansion cap off over night!
Start the car get it up to temperature let it cool then take the cap off and leave it off till morning.
Air has a way of finding itself to the top, a few squeeze of the rad pipes before bedtime and morning will work all air bubbles out to the expansion bottle!

Thanks for the tip, seems to have bleed all ok at the moment
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: dom on 20 May 2012, 10:53
How many screws do you have left over? :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 20 May 2012, 11:23
You just know there had to be a least one over or missing, standard procedure really.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: richw911 on 20 May 2012, 13:05
Well done for sorting this  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: Wayne on 20 May 2012, 14:50
How many screws do you have left over? :grin:

You just know there had to be a least one over or missing, standard procedure really.

1 is all we had left, just a standard looking screw but nothing rattles so not going to worry about it, all is working ok which is the main thing.


Well done for sorting this  :cool:

Thanks, it was hard work but was worth the savings  :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Sad times page 92
Post by: Bellend on 20 May 2012, 15:31
Nice one mate.

Had to do a Polo one three weeks ago and a MK4 two weeks ago just before going away.

I get all the sh!te nobody else want's to do. As you say, not a hard job but just so long.  :sick:

Managed to crack mine through in a day. MK4 had two screws left and the Polo I needed one more.  :undecided:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Extra Gauges page 96
Post by: Wayne on 25 May 2012, 21:24
So whilst the car was apart last week, I took the chance to modify the center console so that the radio would fit in the bottom slot, this then allowed me the chance to put my extra gauges in.

Oil temp is not working yet as we need to fit the sensor but very pleased to have sorted it.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/gauges001.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Extra Gauges page 96
Post by: CJCoates on 25 May 2012, 22:58
Very nice :)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Extra Gauges page 96
Post by: Wayne on 29 May 2012, 20:52
Small update, AC all now regassed and working great, have done just over 100 miles since the matrix replacement and all is ok at the moment, matrix stinks to high heaven if you get it hot however I guess that will burn off in time.

Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Extra Gauges page 96
Post by: richw911 on 29 May 2012, 21:37
Love the gauges  :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Extra Gauges page 96
Post by: Scott D on 30 May 2012, 00:49
are they stack guages? look good anyway mate

looked a horrid job changing the matrix over
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Extra Gauges page 96
Post by: Wayne on 30 May 2012, 10:45
Love the gauges  :cool:

Cheers Rich :smiley:


are they stack guages? look good anyway mate

looked a horrid job changing the matrix over

Yes they are all Stack gauges, more expensive than ebay gauges but a lot better quality, matrix was a ballache but all ok now.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Extra Gauges page 96
Post by: Wayne on 22 June 2012, 23:39
Nothing major to report, matrix still stinks :grin: road tax is due next Month and I am thinking of moving the boost gauge.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Extra Gauges page 96
Post by: Diamond Hell on 26 June 2012, 11:28
Yes they are all Stack gauges

No they're not - they're clearly STACK STACK STACK - it's written on the faces, as a mate of mine with an offroad racer likes to point out about his STACK STACK STACK gauges.  :grin:

Is that a STACK STACK STACK clock in there?  Going overboard a bit, isn't it?!  It's a Skoda, not a Rover!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Extra Gauges page 96
Post by: Diamond Hell on 26 June 2012, 11:28
I bet the STACK STACK STACK clock will run fast, too.

Why?

Because race gauge!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Extra Gauges page 96
Post by: Wayne on 26 June 2012, 13:04
Is that a STACK STACK STACK clock in there?  Going overboard a bit, isn't it?!  It's a Skoda, not a Rover!

Thanks Thomas :grin:

I needed a 3rd gauge so went for a clock, much easier than scrolling through the MFA, not that it matters now as it and the oil temp have  been removed :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Boost Gauge Moved pg97
Post by: Wayne on 08 July 2012, 21:25
Been waiting for the newsouth pod to arrive, but boost gauge moved all ok.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/octavia%202/misc08026.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Boost Gauge Moved pg97
Post by: murraymint on 08 July 2012, 22:49
 :cool:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Boost Gauge Moved pg97
Post by: Wayne on 12 July 2012, 22:18
If all goes well, I am collecting another set of wheels tomorrow night  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Boost Gauge Moved pg97
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 13 July 2012, 00:25
 :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Boost Gauge Moved pg97
Post by: Wayne on 13 July 2012, 23:27
Wheels have been collected all ok, pictures in the morning.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Boost Gauge Moved pg97
Post by: scottv6 on 14 July 2012, 18:24
every time i look at this thread youve either changed the boost gauge or pod or changed the wheels.

can you please find something you like and stick with it  :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Boost Gauge Moved pg97
Post by: Wayne on 14 July 2012, 21:52
Update time, getting close to needing some tyres, a browse around get me these, they were refurbed 6mths ago and have a set of tyres that are matching plus less than 2000 miles old.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/various140712003.jpg)

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/various140712004.jpg)

Yesterday saw a 160mile round trip to collect them plus on the way back I also collected a brand new 16" steel spare.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/Octavia/various140712002.jpg)

I fitted them all ok this morning and they look spot on.

I also passed this milestone yesterday, so that is 2500 miles since last November.

(http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p51/jmfangio5/IMG00405-20120713-0930.jpg)
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Boost Gauge Moved pg97
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 16 July 2012, 14:54
You wheel whore you! :grin:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Boost Gauge Moved pg97
Post by: SoundillusioN on 16 July 2012, 15:20
You wheel whore you! :grin:

This.

Aren't they the same as the OEM's you're already wearing?

Gauges look pretty trick.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Boost Gauge Moved pg97
Post by: Wayne on 16 July 2012, 20:25
You wheel whore you! :grin:

Thanks  :grin: :grin:



Aren't they the same as the OEM's you're already wearing?


Yes but they are in better condition with a matched set of tyres, mine have all different tyres plus 2 need replacing soon, so it made more sense to buy this set and sell the others.

Saves money all round.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Boost Gauge Moved pg97
Post by: Rhyso on 16 July 2012, 22:09
2500 miles since November!!??

Ive done that mileage in 5 weeks  :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Boost Gauge Moved pg97
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 16 July 2012, 23:06
Sounds like me, at my MOT last month I noticed I'd only done about 5k last year!
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Boost Gauge Moved pg97
Post by: Wayne on 01 August 2012, 20:59
Well after 15mths and 4670miles, I have sold it :cry:

It was an offer that if I said no I may not get another chance.

Onwards to the next car :smiley:
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Boost Gauge Moved pg97
Post by: murraymint on 01 August 2012, 21:08
Well after 15mths and 4670miles, I have sold it :cry:

It was an offer that if I said no I may not get another chance.

Onwards to the next car :smiley:

What have you got in mind for the next one?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Update -page 98
Post by: Wayne on 01 August 2012, 21:09
Well after 15mths and 4670miles, I have sold it :cry:

It was an offer that if I said no I may not get another chance.

Onwards to the next car :smiley:

What have you got in mind for the next one?

Not sure but I have a few ideas.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Update -page 98
Post by: murraymint on 01 August 2012, 21:09
Well after 15mths and 4670miles, I have sold it :cry:

It was an offer that if I said no I may not get another chance.

Onwards to the next car :smiley:

What have you got in mind for the next one?

Not sure but I have a few ideas.

Mk3?  :wink:  :grin:

You gunna be back ina vw?
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Update -page 98
Post by: Gavv8 on 02 August 2012, 20:29
Well after 15mths and 4670miles, I have sold it :cry:

It was an offer that if I said no I may not get another chance.

Onwards to the next car :smiley:

What have you got in mind for the next one?

Not sure but I have a few ideas.

Mk3?  :wink:  :grin:

You gunna be back ina vw?
Doubt it'll be a mk3 judging by the general negativity towards them, i'm thinking some type of mk4.
Title: Re: Wayne's Skoda Octavia Vrs - Another induction kit pg92 - Update -page 98
Post by: Deano2711 on 02 August 2012, 22:33
Looking forward to seeing the next one Bud  :wink: