Well, I picked the GSi up...
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In that case mate I'll hang onto them, saves me buying 17" tyres all the time 
Its a castle combe action day mate so plenty of car clubs will be there but RT have a stand, check the events thread mate as there is discounted prices on entry and track passes. Looks like it will be a big crowd too
Its a castle combe action day mate so plenty of car clubs will be there but RT have a stand, check the events thread mate as there is discounted prices on entry and track passes. Looks like it will be a big crowd too
rcrossco_1 said:
I guess it's all down to how bad it is. If it's bad enough that you have to fight the car to hold a straight line, it would be a problem. If it's a manageable and predictable amount then not so much of a problem.
My 214 Mk3 torque steers.
I know what the upgrade is like, the performace of that Rover is similar to the Mondeo I had. I went from a 1.0l Micra K10 to a 2.0l Mondeo and was chuffed!
Now I have a 214, it's much more rev happy than the Mondeo but I have to abuse it to get anywhere.
The tyres are really pap though so it makes driving quite scary and bit of adrenaline rush knowing I probably couldnt stop if I go wrong and would end up in a ditch, so I just don't make a mistake.
Maybe the altenator bulb has gone.
I know what the upgrade is like, the performace of that Rover is similar to the Mondeo I had. I went from a 1.0l Micra K10 to a 2.0l Mondeo and was chuffed!
Now I have a 214, it's much more rev happy than the Mondeo but I have to abuse it to get anywhere.
The tyres are really pap though so it makes driving quite scary and bit of adrenaline rush knowing I probably couldnt stop if I go wrong and would end up in a ditch, so I just don't make a mistake.
Maybe the altenator bulb has gone.
Glad you're pleased with it 
. Didn't think I'd notice the power in my new car that much but the difference was huge, mainly the torque and the pull in every gear.
In a way though I'm already used to the power and am getting greedy and want more!!
Happy Rovering
. Didn't think I'd notice the power in my new car that much but the difference was huge, mainly the torque and the pull in every gear. In a way though I'm already used to the power and am getting greedy and want more!!
Happy Rovering
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Luvverly. I look forward to chasing you if I come to the Manc meet 
Cheers guys
The white 5 door belongs to 'rover220' off here. He came up from Stafford yesterday to have some detailing done on his car, slept here overnight with the intention of finally fitting the 50mm springs I've had in the back of the car for about a month.
Sadly, due to typical british weather, we had to call it off
Here's what is should look like when done...
Some of the Manc Meet regulars should recognise that spot
The white 5 door belongs to 'rover220' off here. He came up from Stafford yesterday to have some detailing done on his car, slept here overnight with the intention of finally fitting the 50mm springs I've had in the back of the car for about a month.
Sadly, due to typical british weather, we had to call it off
Here's what is should look like when done...
Some of the Manc Meet regulars should recognise that spot
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Not bad, not bad at all
You will have to take me for a spin sometime
You will have to take me for a spin sometime
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it always makes me smile to read about someone clearly as happy as a kid with a new toy over their new vehicle.
i hope you get many trouble free miles out of it.
i hope you get many trouble free miles out of it.
Steameh said:
When you have a powerful front wheel drive with an LSD, instead of wheel spinning under power the differential moves the power to the other wheel. Meaning a lot of grip but the car pulls from side to side. Varies depending from car to car but can cause a bit unwanted lane movement shall we say
Glad your happy with it Andy, the low down grunt of the T16 Na is very impressive, the engine doesn't like to rev though. Completely different power delivery to the 1.4K.
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you've driven a tuned RST escort mk4 haven't you?Simon said:When you have a powerful front wheel drive with an LSD, instead of wheel spinning under power the differential moves the power to the other wheel. Meaning a lot of grip but the car pulls from side to side. Varies depending from car to car but can cause a bit unwanted lane movement shall we say
Glad your happy with it Andy, the low down grunt of the T16 Na is very impressive, the engine doesn't like to rev though. Completely different power delivery to the 1.4K.
i can tell
Smokes said:In that case mate I'll hang onto them, saves me buying 17" tyres all the time
Its a castle combe action day mate so plenty of car clubs will be there but RT have a stand, check the events thread mate as there is discounted prices on entry and track passes. Looks like it will be a big crowd too
I think i saw you yesterday mate, you were turning right at the bottom of Penglais Hill and i went past. I think it was you anyway, was a modded Rover the same colour as yours....