[Parking assist and Cruise Control extras]

I've bought a 12 month old VRS which I hopefully collect on Thursday. However' date=' I remember seeing a couple of things with have confused me.

First off, it had what I assumed were blanking plates in the back bumper, which I thought were for the parking sensors. Thing is, looking at pictures of other octys, they dont have them. Does this mean that it actually has the extra and noone's noticed?

Also, on the stalks (on steering wheel, for indicators etc), there was some strange buttons. Meant to ask someone what they were and forgot! Could they have been Cruise Control? Cant find any pictures on the net to compare.

Anyways, end of the week I'll be a VRS driver, no doubt getting laughed at for driving a Skoda !

Cheers[/quote']

Not sure on the parking sensors, but I would guess that you have them. It sounds like you do indeed have cruise fitted as well.

HTH

/G

[Trax 2005! (4th September @ Silverstone)]

What's the limit of cars on the track????......40 IIRC, also have you found out about the costs this year???? Similar to last year???

Cheers,

[Trax 2005! (4th September @ Silverstone)]

Don't know how you want this listed but:-

Please. please, please, please....

1. DaveU

2. dsmithmobile

3. Jimmy

4. vRS_2003 - 2x Entry, Stand & Track

Cheers Dave

[Thank You Too Everyone I Brought A Vrs]

Unfortunately wrote my Car off so after all your help trying to make me decide to get one i have,

It's being delivered at the end of the month.

2005 Finished in Black Magic paint, Cruise, Xenons, Parking Sensors, ESP, half tank of fuel and free transfer of my plate all for

[Stereo removal??]

You require something like a hacksaw blade cut into several pieces......but I would recommend using a blunt one

[Fab VRS 20k Brake Fluid change?]

I've heard of Silkolene Prorace 2000 Super DOT 4 brake and clutch fluid but I'm sure the likes of Castrol do one as well....not really looked into it yet.

[Fab VRS 20k Brake Fluid change?]

I think it is only possible to upgrade to Super dot 4, and not 5.1 because of it being totally synthetic and not backwards compatible.

/G

[Octavia service]

Thanks!!!

Now, in Audi world, they recommend......no, specify that there S, RS and TTs are lubed with 503.01 which presumably is a better oil for the higher output turbo vehicles. Would anyone say that a modded car would benefit from the use of said oil?????

[Octavia service]

Is there a list of the different oil manufacturers (and their products) that meet the appropriate VW specs???? Particularly VW 503.

[Throttle Response]

:iagree:

I find that a progessive press of the pedal does make a difference........about 3/10 of a second when trying out launching to 60!!

[Extended warranty available?]

Only even seen it on my web travels in one place, more of a boys club membership, though. Maybe not exactly as wanted:

Important news for the owners of Skoda vehicles 3 years old and over.

The Club Skoda programme covers Skoda vehicles 3 years old and over* and caters for all servicing, maintenance and MOT requirements.

You will also be able to take advantage of discounts on accessories and special promotions.

The benefits:

[20 K service????]

Central London Skoda dealer.....

[20 K service????]

Depends if thats fixed or variable servicing........but personal think that is a bit steep for what essentially involves oil, filter, air filter, pollen filter and a quick look around at things....unless I talking out of my preverbial we'll soon see!!!

[Tyres]

I've had my K104s for about 1500 miles and I think they have just bed in properly now. Was impressed after the first 200 miles but they were just getting better and better.........and the traction doesn't kick in now if I boot it in second . I did 'monitor' the price of them on mytyre, and did see them as high as

[VAG-COM Cable problem???????]

Haven't tried mine yet - sorry if I've misled anybody

Not aimed at you Nick....just you posted a place to get the cable cheap and I decided to get it from there, I was under no impression that you were endorsing the supplier.

If you do get around to trying it though, I would be interested to hear how you get on with it.....

[VAG-COM Cable problem???????]

I've got one based on the ELM chip. I managed to get it talking with the car using two other types of SW but not either of the VAG-COM ones?

Anyone else using an ELM based cable?

What software have you tried then???

/G

PS. I am on holiday this week, so only have dialup :thumbdwn: Never thought I would look forward to returning to work

[VAG-COM Cable problem???????]

Is there any VAGCOM gurus out there can help with a cable problem???

After ncarring pointed out that you can source cheap vagcom cables from China, I got myself one. For

[Driving the VRS (strange throttle behaviour)]

Nick,

I don't think it just you.

When I have driven an older non-DBW car I 'perceive' the revs to drop off sooner then when I drive my DBW RS. Perhaps the electronics aren't that quick at registering the change in throttle position?!?!?!?!?

/Gav

[I want one! Scoobie RA.. fooking fast.]

Can we all come round and have a go on the taxiway??

[Octy vRS - seats down, length/width?]

The 'swabs' I can get out in about 5 seconds flat....the seat backs take about 10 seconds. Anyway, in under 2 minutes the entire rear seats can be whipped out.

HTH

[Alloy Repair]

Morning,

I am need of some kind professional to take a look at my wheel and give me a verdict on whether they can repair it 'as new'.

Does any one have any recommendations of companies in the Midlands and Surrey areas???

I've had a look on the web and through our forum but most are too far north or southeast!!!!

Any advice would be good.

Cheers!! :(

[need some VAG code interpretation please guys]

As codes as listed:

Exhaust Gas Recirc.Flow Excessive Detected

Bank1, Long Term Fuel Trim, Range 1 Leanness Lower Limit Exceeded

Manifold Abs.Pressure Sensor Circ. Range/Performance

Unable to say myself but.........I tink you have a fueling problem

[Oh GAWD!]

Not had this problem, but I noticed one was laying half off when I got in one day. I then put a little silicone sealant on the pedal and put it back on.

/G

[Polish range]

I have used Meguiars since I bought the car. Have had nothing but complements, when it's clean!! , and even recommended it to several people who are now converts. The deep shine I get is worth the effort. I even use a mechanical polisher :eek: (hears lots of air being sucked in over teeth from fellow briskodians!!) and the results are top notch with no swirls. Maybe Rich1068 can comment after he liked the look of my car.

[making my mind up time!]

I regret not getting insurance of my own earlier. My first year I had a 2yr old Vectra SRi 140 to insure!!!! Not pleasant......could of had 7yrs NCB to use if I had taken the plunge, bit the bullet etc.

GO FOR IT...it's only expensive the first year, then you get 30%.