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I reckon there's at least 100k more miles in themngine mounts next maybe? They have the appearance and consistency of over-done marshmallows.
What have you done to your car today?
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I have an update on this but I'll have to post it later.
Spent some time restoring original sound system in bmw before sale ...
any recommendations on a good set of strong pry tools ?
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I currently often use wooden spatulas and wooden pegs, to dig without making marks,
removing phone holder that had been stuck with genuine VHB tape on windscreen was particularly challenging , wondered if screen was going to delaminate.
I've got a Bluepoint PBFT10 that I've had for years. I use it for so much, it's invaluable!
Caporegime
They've only done 60k!I reckon there's at least 100k more miles in them
(But are presumably nearing 70 years old so I'll let them off)
Don
Did the oil and filter on the CX5. It's not due but I don't hold with these 12k service intervals.
Soldato
I cleared 4 inch of snow off it, if that counts for anything
Soldato
Dropped car off at MOT and ACC recalibration. Hopefully the calibration will sort the "Radar Blocked" message.
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Wheels were squeaking and squealing had in the garage they've disassembled the rear brakes completely cleaned out a load of crud apparently and know its done... only to find the rear gearbox oil seal is leaking (known about a loss of oil for some time) clutch wants replacing and shock absorbers leaking... and its not even service time. Have to take it back for the extra items next week as parts are not in stock and can't leave it sitting at the garage for days on end need my daily runaround. Its going to be an expensive run up to xmas...
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Bought some osram laser night breaker DS3 xenon's. Hoping they will be easy to swap out.
Soldato
Ovlov passed, no advisories
No dice on the ACC recalibration though. That's going to be a negative when selling
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looked at insurance renewals today on mk3 focus st3 its 3x more then my 370Z is because it has the push button start.. this upsets me greatly.
Soldato
Treated the Mustang to a carbon steering wheel and S650 style VLAND rear lights. Have some S650 style sequential headlights coming soon so will match front and back.
Steering wheels feels great, kinda wish I'd replaced the silver button surrounds with carbon as well.
Fitted
OEM/VLAND comparison
Steering wheels feels great, kinda wish I'd replaced the silver button surrounds with carbon as well.
Fitted
OEM/VLAND comparison
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Today's project. Had a headlight go. But very little space to do from top. Skoda garage manUal and process means taking wheels off, removing wheel liner with approx 25 screws, then still a major fiddle. Bothe sides done for a pair and winter wheels on also.
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winter tyres - borbet lx18 and bridgestone blizzaks
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My missus thinks I am mad swapping to winters. Says no one else does. LolI really need another set for mine to put winters on, 550 horses and ice/snow = the 5p 50p a** shuffle
Caporegime
Its a good idea to do it if you have the funds and space to store a spare set of wheels.
Where I live now I think I'm going to just have all season tyres at all times though, it would probably serve me well.
Unfortunately (?) though because I do so few miles, I'm unlikely to need new tyres any time soon
Where I live now I think I'm going to just have all season tyres at all times though, it would probably serve me well.
Unfortunately (?) though because I do so few miles, I'm unlikely to need new tyres any time soon