Skoda Modifications

[kamold]

First report: had some chirps in third (s mode) which I haven't had before. More to follow.

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[zei20t]

why did I think yours was TSI??

anyway, glad to see good results from a TDI tune!

[Martin]

Yes. I'm pulling on the back of the globe itself almost, where the wires go in, but for some reason the clip is giving me trouble and I can't see where I need to press or squeeze

I thought it was a twist but I've never been in there, so don't take my word for it.

Correct, twist anti clockwise when looking in the same direction as the headlight beam

[MountainBikeMike]

I'm getting really ****ty at two things now. 1. The doors auto lock for passengers so when they get out they almost rip my door handle in two... What is meant to happen, is you pull once and release- it unlocks, you pull again to open. What they do- pull the first time, it doesnt open, so they pull harder and harder before trying again, while I cringe.

2nd, is the boot always auto locks. Every bloody time I go to the back to open it afyer driving I forget it's locked, and have to walk back around and press the button if my key is still in the ignition.

Anyone know how to program these out without a vagcom? I have the obd2 Bluetooth module and torque pro.. wonder if this works.

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[k_rider]

Don't think you need the vagcom. I'm pretty sure it's available from one of the menu options on the maxidot (convenience items menu maybe?) something like "auto locking". I'm assuming here that you're referring to the doors locking once you reach about 10km/h?

[rjg]

The auto locking of the doors locking is through the convenience menu. Wouldn't be surprised if that took care of the boot too.

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[dArK5HaD0w]

The auto locking of the doors locking is through the convenience menu. Wouldn't be surprised if that took care of the boot too.

it does.
however, the boot (including all other doors) should unlock as soon as u open the driver's door. the fact that urs remains locked is strange.

[kamold]

Had the whiteline anti lift kit and bushes installed along with a minor service today.

Initial impressions:
Steering feels slightly more weighted- in a good way. Turn in feels slightly sharper.
Haven't had a chance to actually drive but did some harder starts and felt more planted.
Hope to get a chance to try it out a bit more over the next week.

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[zei20t]

that's good to hear mate! any noises after install?

[kamold]

No noises as such, except from the tyres

There is a noticeable extra amount of vibration when coming to a stop while the transmission is still in second, until it engages the clutch.
But nothing too extreme.
Have done a few harder starts and axle tramp is pretty much gone. Interestingly the traction control now seems to let the wheels spin a little more as they gain traction, which makes for more squeal but a much smoother takeoff without annoying dash bounces and steering wheel shudder.

Still have to get used to the heavier steering at slow speeds but its not a dealbreaker for me.

[skinner]

Kamold...interested to hear more about the tune, just acquired a MY10 Octavia vRS TDI DSG wagon and this is first mod on the list. So by the sounds of it not a lot of difference (in terms of how quick it is) around town? Have you had a few highway trips yet? Any noticeable difference in economy?

[MountainBikeMike]

Kamold...interested to hear more about the tune, just acquired a MY10 Octavia vRS TDI DSG wagon and this is first mod on the list. So by the sounds of it not a lot of difference (in terms of how quick it is) around town? Have you had a few highway trips yet? Any noticeable difference in economy?

Mate, a tune had been the best money I've ever spent on a car, or almost anything in ny life- and I buy a lotta ****! Lol

It really gives the car the power it should have had out of the factory and the car becomes so much more angry and playful. And overtaking on the highway in 6th cos is easy hahaha. Lots more torque all around

[kamold]

Yeah its definitely the best bang for buck for any forced induction car.
I find I am driving less sedately just to feel that 435Nm shove in mid range.
Fuel economy has not changed noticeably. Its much more affected by the amount of open road driving you can get in.
Long term average with about 75% city driving is 6.4L/100.

It probably knocks ~1 - 1.5 seconds off the 0-100 time, but I've not measured it at all. Certainly not quick by any measure but acceptable.

Highly recommended.

[skinner]

Thanks for the quick reply, might have to book it in to get a stage 1 revo tune done then.

[kamold]

You won't be disappointed