Hmm, picked up some nice stuff earlier :-)

**VRStu** · 19-07-2005, 22:17

A few weeks ago I happened to meet up with a brilliant guy who, as it turned out, was the owner of our local Skud approved bodyshop. I enquired about having a couple of jobs done and here are the results. Pictures taken in a hurry but you get the idea. (Note to self - Turn that bloody date stamp off on the camera)

Strut Brace - Black Magic

Eibachs - Matt Black (To give the OEM look)

The workmanship is second to none and the price was very reasonable. Nick is a top guy and has said he will look after the needs of any members who need bodywork etc sorted.

bengie · 19-07-2005, 22:27

where is he based??

looks good and he may have a bright future with skoda people

**VRStu** · 19-07-2005, 22:30

Fareham in Hants.

Very nice guy. Makes plenty of time to chat and tell you about the horror stories of new cars they repair. Stood there today looking at a Police Fiesta with the roof all bashed in which will be repaired and a Porche with about 9k of damage!!

Jon TDI · 19-07-2005, 22:59

Very nice Stu!

Wanted to do my strut brace Black Magic as well, but for an amateur it's a bugger trying to get the gloss levels even. So, opted for the easy option of satin black!

Did the Eibachs have to be stripped down for painting?

devonutopia · 19-07-2005, 23:03

Ooooh, I like the red the strut braces come in.

Complete with Seat sport sticker for that "yes, I've used another brand to mod my car" look.

However, if it gets tatty or anything I'm tempted by the green hammerite.

***Neo_VR*** · 19-07-2005, 23:07

I do agree with the painting of the struts.. the only reason my dealer noticed the suspension had been modified is coz of the silver struts lol.. theve never noticed the brakes or cupra intake.. and theve not seen the fmic yet

**VRStu** · 20-07-2005, 06:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jon TDI

Did the Eibachs have to be stripped down for painting?

They were keyed up a bit and primed I think. It's a pretty amazing looking job TBH, you wouldn't know they didn't leave the factory like that.

ChrisRs · 20-07-2005, 07:21

How much? AND Where do I get a top strut brace from?

walkie · 20-07-2005, 07:23

They look excellent

**VRStu** · 20-07-2005, 16:11

Strut Brace is from your local SEAT dealer. Plenty of info on here including PT NO.s

Jonny5ive · 21-07-2005, 19:12

Hmmmmm.... any chance of a price for my strut brace in Diamond Silver?? Getting bored of the green Hammerite & I'm down South way in a week or two.

**VRStu** · 21-07-2005, 19:24

You'd have to ask him mate, I'll PM you his number in a bit.

19-07-2005, 22:17	#1
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 19,689 Thanks: 87 Thanked 845 Times in 761 Posts	Hmm, picked up some nice stuff earlier :-) A few weeks ago I happened to meet up with a brilliant guy who, as it turned out, was the owner of our local Skud approved bodyshop. I enquired about having a couple of jobs done and here are the results. Pictures taken in a hurry but you get the idea. (Note to self - Turn that bloody date stamp off on the camera) Strut Brace - Black Magic Eibachs - Matt Black (To give the OEM look) The workmanship is second to none and the price was very reasonable. Nick is a top guy and has said he will look after the needs of any members who need bodywork etc sorted. __________________ Stu - Freedom Pimp Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2007 Octavia vRS, Race Blue, Xenons, Columbus Navigation, Rear Parking Sensors, Maxi Dot, Light Assist, Jumbo Box, 18" Alloys, Stu's Cruise Control & OEM Integrated Bluetooth Telephone. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - 2002 Lotus Elise RaceTech, Gunmetal, Radio, Carpet Mats.

19-07-2005, 22:27	#2
bengie splash!!!! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: planet earth Posts: 14,612 Thanks: 15 Thanked 111 Times in 99 Posts	where is he based?? looks good and he may have a bright future with skoda people __________________ owner of a skoda octavia 4xvrs3

19-07-2005, 22:30	#3
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 19,689 Thanks: 87 Thanked 845 Times in 761 Posts	Fareham in Hants. Very nice guy. Makes plenty of time to chat and tell you about the horror stories of new cars they repair. Stood there today looking at a Police Fiesta with the roof all bashed in which will be repaired and a Porche with about 9k of damage!! __________________ Stu - Freedom Pimp Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2007 Octavia vRS, Race Blue, Xenons, Columbus Navigation, Rear Parking Sensors, Maxi Dot, Light Assist, Jumbo Box, 18" Alloys, Stu's Cruise Control & OEM Integrated Bluetooth Telephone. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - 2002 Lotus Elise RaceTech, Gunmetal, Radio, Carpet Mats.

19-07-2005, 22:59	#4
Jon TDI Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: North East England Posts: 3,159 Thanks: 34 Thanked 27 Times in 26 Posts	Very nice Stu! Wanted to do my strut brace Black Magic as well, but for an amateur it's a bugger trying to get the gloss levels even. So, opted for the easy option of satin black! Did the Eibachs have to be stripped down for painting? __________________ Black Magic SEAT Leon 2.0 TDI Sport - Green panel thingy, Upsolute jiggery pokery, Koni FSD/Eibach Pro Kit bouncy stuff, 18" Audi A8 Parabol rims, '08 Cupra black/honeycombe grille. Also driving around in a Mini ONE that thinks it's a Cooper!

19-07-2005, 23:03	#5
devonutopia Mongreller Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Ooo-ar, Oi be from Devonshire Posts: 29,121 Thanks: 60 Thanked 280 Times in 226 Posts	Ooooh, I like the red the strut braces come in. Complete with Seat sport sticker for that "yes, I've used another brand to mod my car" look. However, if it gets tatty or anything I'm tempted by the green hammerite. __________________ Jason - Mongrel owner! WOOOOF! Grrrrr Custom Fabia Bonnet Lifter Kits - £45! Click Me. See the mongrel's 260bhp Dyno Video!

19-07-2005, 23:07	#6
*Neo_VR* UberMod™ Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Manchester Posts: 11,809 Thanks: 61 Thanked 145 Times in 105 Posts	I do agree with the painting of the struts.. the only reason my dealer noticed the suspension had been modified is coz of the silver struts lol.. theve never noticed the brakes or cupra intake.. and theve not seen the fmic yet __________________ ColGod the UberMod VXR, Gti, ST, Type-R, vRS, Shifty... An MPS fears not these things...

20-07-2005, 07:21	#8
ChrisRs Skonda Fabic Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 4,979 Thanks: 17 Thanked 20 Times in 19 Posts	How much? AND Where do I get a top strut brace from?

20-07-2005, 07:23	#9
walkie ............... Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Monday: MK Tuesday: MK Wednesday: MK Thursday: MK Friday: MK/Home Saturday: Home Sunday: In bed ;o) Posts: 6,606 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	They look excellent __________________ Having a little break, concentrate on the more important things in life, swmbo and my training. See you soon folks, take care - James

20-07-2005, 16:11	#10
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 19,689 Thanks: 87 Thanked 845 Times in 761 Posts	Strut Brace is from your local SEAT dealer. Plenty of info on here including PT NO.s __________________ Stu - Freedom Pimp Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2007 Octavia vRS, Race Blue, Xenons, Columbus Navigation, Rear Parking Sensors, Maxi Dot, Light Assist, Jumbo Box, 18" Alloys, Stu's Cruise Control & OEM Integrated Bluetooth Telephone. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - 2002 Lotus Elise RaceTech, Gunmetal, Radio, Carpet Mats.

21-07-2005, 19:12	#11
Jonny5ive Johnny Rotten Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Stonehouse, Glos. Posts: 2,080 Thanks: 60 Thanked 36 Times in 31 Posts	Hmmmmm.... any chance of a price for my strut brace in Diamond Silver?? Getting bored of the green Hammerite & I'm down South way in a week or two. __________________ Modified Fabia vRS & Roomster Scout GLOS/WORCS/MIDS MEET 31.08.08 THE FULL 8mins 39sec

21-07-2005, 19:24	#12
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 19,689 Thanks: 87 Thanked 845 Times in 761 Posts	You'd have to ask him mate, I'll PM you his number in a bit. __________________ Stu - Freedom Pimp Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2007 Octavia vRS, Race Blue, Xenons, Columbus Navigation, Rear Parking Sensors, Maxi Dot, Light Assist, Jumbo Box, 18" Alloys, Stu's Cruise Control & OEM Integrated Bluetooth Telephone. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - 2002 Lotus Elise RaceTech, Gunmetal, Radio, Carpet Mats.

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