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Re: SWB - Blackberry
Posted: Fri Oct 23, 2020 7:41 am
by b8byw
hi ben
Love the seat covers.
Just wondering are they a nice tight fit and how do they fit? elasticated or zips?
Van coming together keep up the good work, looks the part
Re: SWB - Blackberry
Posted: Fri Oct 23, 2020 9:54 am
by BenXCIV
Yeah they're a snug fit, definitely measured to fit the factory seats rather than just generic baggy covers.
The top half is zipped and the bottom half is held in with straps, a draw string, and a few clips that again look very specific to only fit the stock seats.
They're not exactly cheap, but definitely easier than sourcing and fitting different seats & bases.
Thanks for the interest!
Re: SWB - Blackberry
Posted: Fri Oct 30, 2020 2:18 pm
by BenXCIV
Making progress on the back;
• T5/6 aero wiper
• Caddy alltrack rear lights
• Caddy alltrack rear reflectors
• 3rd brake light lense from Van-X
Re: SWB - Blackberry
Posted: Fri Dec 04, 2020 11:03 am
by BenXCIV
Fitted the final piece on my list for engine bay related bits.. until the list grows again
First and foremost!
I had the van remapped with a stage 1 revo map, thought I'd take advantage of their 20% discount for Nov/Dec. Going from 102ps to ~190ps is night and day, definitely worth the money!
In an attempt to silence the diesel noises, I've fitted;
(Excuse the dirt!)
• Under bonnet insulation - 2K0 863 831 A
• Engine cover - 04L 103 925 (would've rathered a VW one but this was such a good price. Only difference is the badge)
• 2× ball mounts - 04L 103 164
• O-ring for oil cap - 04L 133 287
• Engine undertray - 1K0 825 237 AG
(I think this is from a mk5/6 golf or something, but it fits perfectly)
Then some miscellaneous bits;
• Replaced the factory halogen H4's with some Nighteye LEDs. Stated to be canbus error free and so far they've been fine - had them for a bout 2 weeks with no errors so far.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07FRFQ3CV/ ... YFbYNRANAX
• Washer fan/mist jets - 5M0 955 985 C 9B9
Much better than the standard triple jets.
• Wiper bolt caps - 1J0 955 205 A 9B9
(Pretty sure these are a generic part that fit a multitude of cars)
• Scuttle tray bungs - ebay special (no part number)
Re: SWB - Blackberry
Posted: Fri Dec 04, 2020 2:14 pm
by ngc
Nice Caddy!!
Is the engine undertray made of plastic or metal?
Thanks!!
Re: SWB - Blackberry
Posted: Fri Dec 04, 2020 5:19 pm
by Barbel330
If you pull the badge off that engine cover you’ll find a VW badge underneath.
Re: SWB - Blackberry
Posted: Fri Dec 04, 2020 5:33 pm
by BenXCIV
@ngc yeah it's plastic mate
@barbel330 That's what I thought when I bought it, but the skoda badge is actually a part of the moulding
I tried heating and prying at it, then flipped it over and saw the reverse of the skoda badge in the moulding haha
Re: SWB - Blackberry
Posted: Fri Dec 04, 2020 5:51 pm
by ngc
BenXCIV wrote:@ngc yeah it's plastic mate
Thanks
Re: SWB - Blackberry
Posted: Wed Dec 23, 2020 4:59 pm
by BenXCIV
Made some more progress on the interior, just waiting on some bulkhead delete trims.
• Sound deadening & insulation on the walls, floor & ceiling.
• Carpetted the ply panels & shelving.
• Handbrake cable cover trim piece - 2K0 857 966 71N
Fitted LED Interior lights;
• Swapped the front lense for one with a map light cut-out.
• Swapped the rear light for a complete LED assembly.
Re: SWB - Blackberry
Posted: Wed Dec 23, 2020 9:37 pm
by IainH91
BenXCIV wrote: ↑Fri Dec 04, 2020 11:03 am
Fitted the final piece on my list for engine bay related bits.. until the list grows again
First and foremost!
I had the van remapped with a stage 1 revo map, thought I'd take advantage of their 20% discount for Nov/Dec. Going from 102ps to ~190ps is night and day, definitely worth the money!
In an attempt to silence the diesel noises, I've fitted;
(Excuse the dirt!)
• Under bonnet insulation - 2K0 863 831 A
• Engine cover - 04L 103 925 (would've rathered a VW one but this was such a good price. Only difference is the badge)
• 2× ball mounts - 04L 103 164
• O-ring for oil cap - 04L 133 287
• Engine undertray - 1K0 825 237 AG
(I think this is from a mk5/6 golf or something, but it fits perfectly)
Then some miscellaneous bits;
• Replaced the factory halogen H4's with some Nighteye LEDs. Stated to be canbus error free and so far they've been fine - had them for a bout 2 weeks with no errors so far.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07FRFQ3CV/ ... YFbYNRANAX
• Tried to change the standard wiper jets for fan/mist ones - 5M0 955 985, but they were utter pants and didn't create any pressure. Maybe I just got bad ones from Ebay, might revisit it at a later date with actual OE parts.
• Wiper bolt caps - 1J0 955 205 A 9B9
(Pretty sure these are a generic part that fit a multitude of cars)
• Scuttle tray bungs - ebay special (no part number)
You buy these parts directly from VW or another supplier?
Re: SWB - Blackberry
Posted: Wed Dec 23, 2020 9:54 pm
by BenXCIV
You've quoted the whole thing pal, which parts are you regarding?
Re: SWB - Blackberry
Posted: Wed Dec 23, 2020 9:58 pm
by IainH91
I meant generally. I have had a look online but seems limited. So wondered you bought the under tray and other parts direct? Or are there other options.
Re: SWB - Blackberry
Posted: Wed Dec 23, 2020 9:59 pm
by IainH91
Engine I assume is second hand. Is there a particular model these come off or just this engine in any other car.
Re: SWB - Blackberry
Posted: Wed Dec 23, 2020 10:11 pm
by BenXCIV
Yeah I've used a mixture of VW, Ebay & other sites.
I've put the relevant part numbers above each picture.
Re: SWB - Blackberry
Posted: Wed Dec 23, 2020 10:13 pm
by IainH91
Thank you. I have tried using the part numbers on eBay and it’s hasn’t worked great.
But I will try again. Thank you.
I tried heating and prying at it, then flipped it over and saw the reverse of the skoda badge in the moulding haha