Skoda Octavia Scout 4x4 2.0 TDI - Propshaft coupling vibration

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Mon 21 Oct 2013 15:26
Skoda Octavia Scout 4x4 2.0 TDI - Propshaft coupling vibration - hedgy

My Skoda dealer informs me that the vibration I experience accelerating up to around 2,400 rpm in gear 4, 5 or 6 is due to a worn coupling between the propshaft and rear diff. The vibration is engine speed and not road speed related.

The car is a 2007 model with 80,000mls.

The dealer says that they will have to replace the whole propshaft assembly at a cost of over £1,400. Skoda/VW owner forums suggest that it should be possible to source and replace the coupling alone.

Can you verify this please?

Thanks

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Mon 21 Oct 2013 18:05
Skoda Octavia Scout 4x4 2.0 TDI - Propshaft coupling vibration - elekie&a/c doctor

Perhaps these people may be able to help;www.reco-prop.co.uk/

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Mon 21 Oct 2013 18:10
Skoda Octavia Scout 4x4 2.0 TDI - Propshaft coupling vibration - galileo

My Skoda dealer informs me that the vibration I experience accelerating up to around 2,400 rpm in gear 4, 5 or 6 is due to a worn coupling between the propshaft and rear diff. The vibration is engine speed and not road speed related.

Propshaft rotation is directly related to roadspeed, not engine speed.

If the vibration is proportional to engine speed the source must surely be before the gearbox?

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