Skoda Modifications

[woofy]

Nah hecticness only comes from decals.....especially HKS, GFB, Greddy etc etc..

[redline3345]

Interested in getting stage 1 ECU upgrade to my vRS 2.0 TSi, but keen to hear from others regarding a couple of issues: 1. Does the mod have any effect on the lag/hesitation with DSG from standstill takeoff (& sometimes rolling acceleration) & 2. With standard power, full throttle take-offs usually result in a wheelspinning (& sometimes axle-tramping) embarrassing mess - it takes a few revolutions of the front wheels spinning before the TC cuts in & out, by which time the whole exercise is basically fruitless. I can modulate the power input to mostly avoid the wheelspin, but then it's only a part-power take off, which defies the advantage of all the power available. How does the extra power from the ECU upgrade factor with take-offs?

[redline3345]

A few things I've tinkered with on my 09 vRS TDi DSG

1 -obtained a compatable quadlock plug from a guy off Briskoda in UK and have run an oldschool Nokia CK-7W into the Bolero headunit.
Mutes audio, pauses cd etc and volume control on steering wheel is nice.

2 - fitted my triple TDF airhorns behind the bumper. stealth mounted a switch! (wanna be team car)

3 - had an old CB radio lying around. Got that under the passenger seat with cig socket to power it. very large PA horn speaker mounted behind passenger spot light (accessed and mounted from wheel arch - again wanna be team car)

4 - cig socket hard wired under dash to power GPS and iphone chargers.

5 - LED driving lights (mounted in blanking plate alongside spot lights - got them cheap on ebay and are perfect fit... dont use them much!)

6 - rola racks and bike carriers (for the surf boards and bikes)

7 - original owner had DVD fitted, I've sourced antenna adaptor leads so the RF audio modulator now works through radio

cheers
Drew

Drew, do you have more details of the quadlock plug / contact? Been trying to source one to connect my BT. Cheers

[Fireside]

I noticed that after my ECU upgrade the turbo lag wasn't as severe as it was before but yes I experience wheel spin off the line and it's tricky to put a lot of power down without wheelspin and the TSC shudder we all know. Lag/hesitation is only evident in D mode, never in S. not to sound like a total hoon, but I smoked an SV6 commo at the lights on my way home from work this arvo and even tho I got a bit of spin (in S), once I hit about 3500 RPM it was smooth sailing from then on.

However, I'm told that there is a DSG remap update making it's way from Europe shortly. This will fix the lag in D mode.
I'm going to see my tuner (Evolve Technik) tomorrow arvo so I'll ask about that DSG program.

I'm stoked... having my anti-lift and front and rear sway bars fitted, it will be interesting to see whether the anti-lift will help keep a bit more power planted to the road at all.

I'll keep you posted man!

[MarksVRS]

How does the extra power from the ECU upgrade factor with take-offs?

I expect it may become more of a handful to manage! The biggest gain will be overtaking scenarios. Anything that reduces the time on the wrong side of the road is a good thing....

Has anyone chipped the TDI FL model? I am keen to do it although thinking it will need to be a post-warranty mod.

[redline3345]

Thanks for the feedback guys - thought that would be the case - shame the vRS is not AWD!

[bobski]

I expect it may become more of a handful to manage! The biggest gain will be overtaking scenarios. Anything that reduces the time on the wrong side of the road is a good thing....

And hopefully there's no torque steer to help you pull out to overtake

[Fireside]

Thanks for the feedback guys - thought that would be the case - shame the vRS is not AWD!

It can be... all you have to do is find a wrecker that's got a banged-up Scout in his yard!
But I bet you'll find more needles in haystacks before you find that golden goose!

[Fireside]

Here's my list of mods on my Black RS Wagon:

1. ECU Upgrade + DSG remap
2. Darkest legal tinted windows
3. APR Carbonio Cold Air Intake system
4. Honeycomb Grill from superskoda.com
5. Bridgestone Potenza Adrenaline RE002 Tyres
6. Skoda badge valve covers (on tyre valves)

I've also bought eyebrow but need to get them spayed before I fit them.

MORE TO COME!!! Watch this space!

Hey guys, just an update on my mods list (thanks to some great advice from monkeysrus and others on VWWC).

7. Whiteline Anti-lift Kit (WALK)
8. Whiteline Front Sway bar
9. Whiteline Adjustable Rear Sway bar
10. Koni FSD Shock Absorbers
11. Eibach Pro Spring Kit

And if your wondering if I've won the lotto, the answer is no unfortunately... all my clients have decided to pay up before 30 June. Wish it was like this all the time!

Next might be brakes... or a cat back system. But not for a while. I'll have to save my pennies.

[Fireside]

it will be interesting to see whether the anti-lift will help keep a bit more power planted to the road at all.

I'll keep you posted man![/QUOTE]

The verdict in and yes, my traction has improved 10-fold with the bars and walk fitted.
Traction is not an issue anymore and I couldn't be happier with the result. It wont cost a fortune either, Whiteline Anti-lift Kit was about $280 from AutoBarns about the same for the Rear bar and a bit less for the front bar. I installed the rear myself and got a tuner to do the rest, about 3 hours work in all (less my time of course).

Look into it man, was well worth the money.

[brad]

Can you tell me more about the Koni FSD & the Springs? Also, the ALK has me intrigued.

Very interested in the cons (increased NVH?, excessively noticeable by others in the car, not a good idea for a P-Plater?) as well as the pros.

[kamold]

Have my Octi finallly! Loving it so far

Already have my eyes on a few little tweaks and mods.
I have enabled the fog lights turn assists via VCDS, upgraded firmware on the RNS510 to 3970 in anticipation of hopefully being able to integrate some custom POIs via the SD slot and PoInspect0r.
Invisibleshield protection package
Tints

Have the following parts on order:
Custom number plate brackets from Larkin
LED interior lighting package from Superskoda
SSD to retrofit into the RNS510

Considering an ECU upgrade if funds permit
Will look at improving the sound insulation in the boot
Maybe Whiteline ALK as I hate breaking traction in a front wheel drive car. Am kind of missing the off the line performance of A3 but we all have to grow up some day

[dru]

Very nice! I am also considering the WALK in the future but next on my list is to get a bunch of LED stuff plus some neat little trims from superskoda...maybe even take the octavia off the boot.

Definitely get the tune, the difference is amazing

[dru]

A few things I have found this morning..

Guide to fit Lights in Footwell!! In Spanish - Translates best with Googletranslate
Club Octavia España

Chinese Octavia has LED Taillights! Again, in Spanish - Wonder if we can get a few sets
Club Octavia España

[kamold]

My spanish not so good...if you are registered, can you post a translated version?