Patt Posted December 6, 2017 Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 Whilst trying to throw back the various bits from Molly to Alice, I noticed I didn't have a slot in the NS sill for the umbrella. I thought this was just a lame downgrade from the earlier cars - but I then noticed on Ian's thread regarding his illuminated sills that he has a slot for an umbrella ! So anyone else NOT got an umbrella storage slot ? Ohh and what is the best fix for passenger seatbelt knocking between seat and interior plastics ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordlee Posted December 6, 2017 Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 12 minutes ago, Patt said: Ohh and what is the best fix for passenger seatbelt knocking between seat and interior plastics ? Self adhesive felt Patt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patt Posted December 6, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 I've not looked closely yet, but isn't there a side air bag in the seat ? It's definitely something I'll be sorting this weekend - it's friggin annoying me as is a wee rattle behind my right ear when driving . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That986 Posted December 6, 2017 Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 25 minutes ago, Patt said: Ohh and what is the best fix for passenger seatbelt knocking between seat and interior plastics ? They still haven't fixed that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patt Posted December 6, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 Wasn't an issue with bucket seats, thus never really followed any of the previous threads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart21UK Posted December 6, 2017 Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 1 hour ago, Patt said: Whilst trying to throw back the various bits from Molly to Alice, I noticed I didn't have a slot in the NS sill for the umbrella. I thought this was just a lame downgrade from the earlier cars - but I then noticed on Ian's thread regarding his illuminated sills that he has a slot for an umbrella ! So anyone else NOT got an umbrella storage slot ? Ohh and what is the best fix for passenger seatbelt knocking between seat and interior plastics ? seat belt...just slide the plastic clip up so it holds the metal buckle at shoulder level on the passenger side (and repeat after someone has used it, as it will knock again) No felt needed... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That986 Posted December 6, 2017 Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 59 minutes ago, Patt said: Wasn't an issue with bucket seats, thus never really followed any of the previous threads. Get exactly the same thing on the 986, had to train the missus and other regular passengers how to tuck it in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patt Posted December 6, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 But has yours got an umbrella slot in the NS sill Stuart ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Days Posted December 6, 2017 Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 None on a 718 if that helps Patt. +1 on the slidey plastic clip holding the seat belt firm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon61 Posted December 6, 2017 Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 1 hour ago, Patt said: But has yours got an umbrella slot in the NS sill Stuart ? I didn't think any 981s had it (more's the pity as Mrs61 still has the umbrella). But having read your post I've just looked back at Ian's photo - the one in this post presumably: And so I feel cheated too now as mine (late 2015) definitely doesn't have that. Though, despite it being a similar shape, it doesn't look as deep as the one in the 986 anyway, so will the umbrella fit in there? And agree with Stuart re the seat belts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T24RES Posted December 6, 2017 Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 47 minutes ago, Jon61 said: I didn't think any 981s had it (more's the pity as Mrs61 still has the umbrella). But having read your post I've just looked back at Ian's photo - the one in this post presumably: And so I feel cheated too now as mine (late 2015) definitely doesn't have that. Though, despite it being a similar shape, it doesn't look as deep as the one in the 986 anyway, so will the umbrella fit in there? And agree with Stuart re the seat belts. Jon, in that case I’ll gladly accept the brolly as you’ll have nowhere to keep it ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon61 Posted December 6, 2017 Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 9 minutes ago, T24RES said: Jon, in that case I’ll gladly accept the brolly as you’ll have nowhere to keep it ? I'd hate to appear ungrateful for such a kind and selfless offer, Ian, but I'm afraid it was a gift to Mrs61, so it's more than my life is worth ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted December 6, 2017 Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 4 hours ago, Patt said: Whilst trying to throw back the various bits from Molly to Alice, I noticed I didn't have a slot in the NS sill for the umbrella. I thought this was just a lame downgrade from the earlier cars - but I then noticed on Ian's thread regarding his illuminated sills that he has a slot for an umbrella ! Probably the previous owner took it off before trade-in - you know, like throttle bodies and such Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patt Posted December 6, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 I was acting under the request of the OPC to put it as much to standard as I could in the limited timeline. Hence the PSM was in the boot with its cage and plastics too. To remove the umbrella slot would require removing complete sill cover and replacing it - strange thing to do. I did wonder if it may be part of the ISOFIX option, or some such rubbish. I am struggling to think of a valid reason to change it, except perhaps a very tiny cost saving in manufacturing costs. I'll be trying my £3 Primark umbrella in Ian's car, before contacting a breaker me thinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forest Posted December 6, 2017 Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 Not got umbrella slot on mine (14 plate), but I know earlier versions had. Looks like some minor refresh around 13/14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patt Posted December 6, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 Alice is a June 14. I'd much rather have a place for my passenger to grab an umbrella, than have an option to set my wipers to 45 degrees for a ice shield ! Truly a backwards move in my opinion. First world problems :-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T24RES Posted December 6, 2017 Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 I feel guilty that I have a slot with no umbrella in it ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patt Posted December 6, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 More than happy to remedy that Ian. I'll swap the sill covers over ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T24RES Posted December 6, 2017 Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 Thanks Patt, a real Gent. Probably work best with the illuminated sills, I can't see them either with the door shut ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenman Posted December 6, 2017 Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 No slot here Feb 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted December 6, 2017 Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 7 hours ago, Patt said: I was acting under the request of the OPC to put it as much to standard as I could in the limited timeline. Hence the PSM was in the boot with its cage and plastics too. To remove the umbrella slot would require removing complete sill cover and replacing it - strange thing to do. I put a wink and a smile, do we have a “cheek stuffed with tongue “ smiley anywhere? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart21UK Posted December 7, 2017 Report Share Posted December 7, 2017 14 hours ago, Patt said: But has yours got an umbrella slot in the NS sill Stuart ? I dont know, I never get in that side...and TBH if you drive fast enough (roof down or otherwise) and never stop, you dont get wet anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patt Posted December 7, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 7, 2017 I find the rain gets sucked in and your rear view and inside of the windscreen gets wet. The umbrella really is just for the ladies who use that seat. ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart21UK Posted December 7, 2017 Report Share Posted December 7, 2017 6 hours ago, Patt said: I find the rain gets sucked in and your rear view and inside of the windscreen gets wet. The umbrella really is just for the ladies who use that seat. ;-) plural.....? ...you dirty dog you... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patt Posted December 7, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 7, 2017 Reminder - I'm not married ! :-P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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