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Think I got this right , but think this link should be able to help you with the upgrade that you require
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Thanks Lads for the feedback.
Can I just confirm that "Yes" the car is losing coolant' date=' i.e. it most definitely does go beyond the min mark, and that's what causes the light to flash.[/quote']
Have a check on the rad fan switch.
These was prone for leaking too.
May just require a new seal.
Sarah
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I got my diesel one for
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There is a common problem with the head gaskets.
They seep oil into the cooling system which eventually blocks the current between the two prongs on the coolant level sensor bringing the light on. You need to replace the head gasket with the modified Temac gasket making sure that liner height is correct when removed and replace the header tank so all oil is removed from the cooling system.
Common to all 1.4 MPI's around 2000-2001 in any country.
Hi yes there was.
I was told it was down to the front head bolts not being tight enough.
But the technician who did the gasket should have flushed the system and replaced the expansion tank at the same time.
When this come about I used to do 3 warranty claims a week in regards these and it was only a little garage.
If I am correct they did cover this in to another couple of years.
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cheers, it's bubble around the valves on two wheels :confused: . i use maguires cold wheel cleaner. will have to arrange to take it down the the dealers
Let us know how you get on.
Sarah
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I have one of the Felicia diesels.
Mine is the same colour I thins.
Hot chilli red met.
Try Butts of Bawtry in all things Skoda 01302 718224.
But they do not do painted mirrors.
But if you check with your dealer you may just be able to get away with a mirror cap.
Welcome to the forum you have found a place to gets lots of advice and help.
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You would need to go to the dealers and get them to look at them.
If there is no sign of stonechip damage you could be in for a chance.
But they then would need to get the area technical manager out to have a look at them.
His is the last person who would give the final desision.
If he says no then it will be logged on the computer and the claim would not go through.
But the first step is to go to your dealer.
If you use anything to clean the wheels you should take that with you too.
Good luck
Sarah
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If you look at the JBS Auto Designs RR day on the 03/04/05 you will see that the highest Fabia vRS on the rollers only got 184.1 bhp and that was with a custom code 1 remap. Remember the JBS rollers are extremly accurate' date=' and if your claim that a standard vRS has 145 bhp turns out to be true that would mean that a tuning boxed one would have 188.5 bhp, obviously every car is different but you can see what I mean
.The max you can realistically expect from a tuning boxed vRS is around 155-160 at a push from the expensive digital ones, i'm also sorry to burst your bubble but most vRS's if not all (please correct me if im wrong), do not put out 145 bhp like most people claim, but the factory 128-132.
To list but a few:
Johnny05 Fabia vRS 131.1BHP 231.1ftlb
Wardy Fabia vRS 129.7BHP 223.3ftlb
Andy vRS Fabia vRS 127.7BHP 226.6ftlb
Why do some people get 145 bhp then? Older rolling roads, aren't as accurate.[/quote']
Have to agree with that.
If you check on many threads before you will find this out.
We also had one with a box on , he did not even know he had one.
Removed it then put a remap on and he was VERY pleased with it.
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There are a few people out there that would prefer to purchase a car with the remap already as it saves them having it done.
The best thing to do is to get a feel for the market.
We do on the odd occasion get calls from people who are looking for a remapped car and with engine mods already done to the car.
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Anyone else get a strong smell from the clutch after driving for any length of time?
I had the plate replaced about a month ago' date=' but the smell is still there (if not as strong)
I am not heavy on the clutch and have never worn one out in 15 years of driving.
Maybe it is just residue from the previous clutch which had been overheated by other drivers?[/quote']
Sorry , but it should be more than just the clutch plate that was replaced.
The pressure plate should also be replaced.
You will find that these clutches are hydraulic.
I saw a Fabia with just over 1000 miles on the clock come in with smoke pouring out around the gearbox.
The lovely lady said "I dont ride the clutch"
It is so easy on the hydraulics to do that.
But something to keep in mind.
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Yes the part is pretty expensive.
If I knew how to work flamin compuers I would copy a pic of these.
But you dont get an ugly thing like that above.
You get the whole of the gearshift.
Which includes the knob!
All shiny bling!
The technican told me that the exhaust has to come off.
So not that easy.
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A new engine from a Fabia vRS.
Cant have any secrets.
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I'm happy to trial one as a guinea pig. A free short shifter sounds just the ticket!
How much are they fitted btw?
Free
Sure we should charge double to be the first.
I have sent you a PM
Sarah
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...This guy/gal is a like a robot.... 'Blimey that had my head spinning'...with no emotional expression whatsoever
It's great there is a supplier on the site though' date=' It's f***ing cool actually
Robot..
[/quote']Your ok as the gal goes home and drinks lots of wine to counteract the spinning.
But it is good when we can find out things like this.
Get a buz.
Same with the clutches we found!
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Hmm - so you're basically saying the B&M quick shifter for the Octy might fit the Fab vRS? (and thanks for spending so much time on it!)
Martin
Yup thats what I am saying.
It should all fit.
So would be good if a brave person was willing to call down and have a go.
Would be good to find out.
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Have double checked with our suppliers and they have agreed with me.
So it looks good.
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Hi Martin
I have just sat on etca for the past 3/4 of an hour and managed to come up with the impossible.
The gear selector for the Octavia is the same part number for the Fabia.
So I have battled to come up with a reason that it would not fit the Fabia if it fits the Octavia on the genuine part number?
Blimey that had my head spinning.
The same part number also fits the Seat`s Mmm
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And if I wanted a set of coilovers popped in at the same time?... No' date=' No I must be sensible. Must calm down.
Cheers for the help. Must say I'm definitely considering it now
[/quote']OOHHhhhhhhhhhh now you mention coilovers I know where you can get some lovely bling ones.................
You will be happy with the choice of the Milteck
Sarah
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We have fitted a few of these exhausts.
The sound is fantastic.
The difference price wise for fitting system and the system with cat would be about half hour labour.
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Whats the approx bhp gain sarah?? :confused:
It would give you an extra 2-3 bhp.
But its the breathing that it helps with most.
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i also would like to know jbs!
Sorry mate!
The Octavia ones Retail @
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Looking way into the future and MOT's is the supplied CAT enough to get through Emissions testing?
Hi yes.
The diesels is more of a smoke test other than emmisions.
But even with a petrol model the 200 cell should still pass the MOT
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Is it possible to utilise the standard tailpipe?
Would probably mean cutting & welding to new silencer. :confused:
Yes would possibly mean cutting depending what you want?
It is always best to replace the full system with the cat as this all helps with the flow.
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Anyone know the diameter of the "large bore" exhaust ... large bore to me is 3" like I had on the Scooby but that was noisy' date=' especially with the decatted centre section!
Chris[/quote']
This is a 2.5" system.
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Fabia vRS Alloy Sump Protector Group Buy!
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Hi I checked this for Josh and it looks like you can include the 100PD in this GB.