Stu's control

Chris.G · 12-11-2006, 16:32

Popped over to VRStu today to have cruise control fitted.

Wow the man knows his stuff, even though my car turned out to be one of the harder ones to do, he dealt with it no problem.

Used the cruise control all the way home and it performed perfectly. Anyone considering having it done - go do it - you will not be disappointed.

You would think it had been factory fitted you just cant tell the difference.

Had a few extras done with Vag Com + my Talex GPS hard wired (no more wires over the dash).

The mans a genius.

Thanks Stu

Look forward to a test drive in your Octy next time.

devonutopia · 12-11-2006, 16:45

He's too used to doing the vRS' I guess.

I will agree though, the retrofit cruise does look SO factory it's scary. Probably because of the use of genuine parts and any extra wiring etc, is hidden away.

I can't imagine being without cruise now really.

**VRStu** · 12-11-2006, 17:24

Great to see you today Chris.

That cable looks a bit tight on the Talex so I would either pull a bit more cable through or IMHO it looks better with the magnet move further back.

If nothing else it was a learning experience eh!!!

No Waiting · 12-11-2006, 17:36

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Originally Posted by devonutopia

He's too used to doing the vRS' I guess.

Well it was my 4x4 last week

Chris.G · 12-11-2006, 17:49

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Originally Posted by VRStu

Great to see you today Chris.

That cable looks a bit tight on the Talex so I would either pull a bit more cable through or IMHO it looks better with the magnet move further back.

If nothing else it was a learning experience eh!!!

Amazing to watch even though at one point I thought I would be driving home with a pair of pliers on the sterring wheel hub nut

Re Talex wire - Im going to move the unit back a bit ala Stu

Might need to get a new sticky pad though.

Superted · 12-11-2006, 18:39

You need a waiting room fitted with ashtrays...maybe that's the next investment

bengie · 12-11-2006, 18:45

no disrespect to stu as i know he knows his stuff but why wouldn't it look factory?? he only uses factory fit parts where visible

Superted · 12-11-2006, 18:50

Waiting room with TV and DVD maybe....oh, and ashtrays

Chris.G · 12-11-2006, 20:06

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Originally Posted by bengie

no disrespect to stu as i know he knows his stuff but why wouldn't it look factory?? he only uses factory fit parts where visible

Visible cruise stalk is the obvious bit, its the quality of installation that impressed me. Bare in mind I needed quite a few items removed including wiper mechanism, there are no screwdriver marks where trim has been removed, tidy wiring and everything put back just the way it was without rattles or squeaks.

I have been checking Stu

Chris.G · 12-11-2006, 20:07

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Originally Posted by Superted

Waiting room with TV and DVD maybe....oh, and ashtrays

And lighters

Makefish · 12-11-2006, 20:10

Very fastidious and meticulous is our Stu

**VRStu** · 12-11-2006, 20:16

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris.G

I have been checking Stu

swing · 13-11-2006, 15:38

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris.G

Had a few extras done with Vag Com + my Talex GPS hard wired (no more wires over the dash).

Ooooh, hadn't realised Stu is willing to do hard wiring jobs as well.....

Stu - expect another PM in a week or two once the car arrives...

**VRStu** · 13-11-2006, 18:47

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Originally Posted by swing

Ooooh, hadn't realised Stu is willing to do hard wiring jobs as well.....

Bugger - found me out

swing · 13-11-2006, 18:53

12-11-2006, 16:45	#2
devonutopia Mongreller Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Ooo-ar, Oi be from Devonshire Posts: 29,512 Thanks: 60 Thanked 308 Times in 253 Posts	Re: Stu's control He's too used to doing the vRS' I guess. I will agree though, the retrofit cruise does look SO factory it's scary. Probably because of the use of genuine parts and any extra wiring etc, is hidden away. I can't imagine being without cruise now really. __________________ Jason - Mongrel owner! WOOOOF! Grrrrr Custom Fabia Bonnet Lifter Kits - £45! Click Me. See the mongrel's 260bhp Dyno Video!

12-11-2006, 17:24	#3
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,457 Thanks: 125 Thanked 926 Times in 830 Posts	Re: Stu's control Great to see you today Chris. That cable looks a bit tight on the Talex so I would either pull a bit more cable through or IMHO it looks better with the magnet move further back. If nothing else it was a learning experience eh!!! __________________ Stu - Freedom Pimp Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Buy My Octy for £11k - http://briskoda.net/skodas-sale/oct-07-57-octy-ii-vrs-hatch-2-0-tfsi-11k/125614/ Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

12-11-2006, 18:39	#6
Superted Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: South Posts: 425 Thanks: 0 Thanked 8 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Stu's control You need a waiting room fitted with ashtrays...maybe that's the next investment __________________ cheeRS:

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bengie splash!!!! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: planet earth Posts: 15,004 Thanks: 15 Thanked 132 Times in 115 Posts	Re: Stu's control no disrespect to stu as i know he knows his stuff but why wouldn't it look factory?? he only uses factory fit parts where visible __________________ owner of a skoda octavia 4xvrs3

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Superted Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: South Posts: 425 Thanks: 0 Thanked 8 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Stu's control Waiting room with TV and DVD maybe....oh, and ashtrays __________________ cheeRS:

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