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Thread: Framing John Delorean movie
Post: RE: Framing John Delorean movie
| Article on the film with interview of directors:
https://jalopnik.com/framing-john-delore...1835253780 |
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priesh |
General Discussions on the DOC / Car / Company / JZD |
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18,931 |
05 Jun 2019, 23:28 |
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Thread: D Needed for Charity Event 10th August 2019 Gatwick
Post: RE: D Needed for Charity Event 10th August 2019 Ga...
| I would be up for this if all is well with my car |
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priesh |
TV/Film Hire and Work Requests |
5 |
3,922 |
19 Mar 2019, 00:33 |
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Thread: NEC Classic Motor Show 2018
Post: RE: NEC Classic Motor Show 2018
| Sorry guys I can't make it - really wanted to get to know everyone better but my eyes are still giving me jip. Hopefully catch some of you at the next club meet. |
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priesh |
DOC National Events, Car shows, AGM's and others |
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10,813 |
10 Nov 2018, 00:40 |
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Thread: NEC Classic Motor Show 2018
Post: RE: NEC Classic Motor Show 2018
| I'm hoping to come but have been having trouble with my eyes recently that might prevent me. Hopefully they won't |
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priesh |
DOC National Events, Car shows, AGM's and others |
18 |
10,813 |
02 Nov 2018, 15:53 |
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Thread: 4th gear won't engage
Post: RE: 4th gear won't engage
| (29 Oct 2018, 20:03)Chris Williams Wrote: Quote:does anyone know any apart from gtoracing?
I don't, but I would have thought that any 'old school' re-manufacturer would have been able to deal with i... |
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priesh |
4 - Transmission - Manual & Automatic |
22 |
12,296 |
01 Nov 2018, 11:29 |
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Thread: 4th gear won't engage
Post: RE: 4th gear won't engage
| Hi all - so I finally did a bit more on this - I've been out for a while as I have had a lot of issues with my eyes which are finally getting back to normal!
I changed the gear oil without any issues... |
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priesh |
4 - Transmission - Manual & Automatic |
22 |
12,296 |
29 Oct 2018, 15:57 |
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Thread: Over revving and other issues
Post: RE: Over revving and other issues
| Hindsight is a great thing lol!
Would be great if it all came down to a quick spray of WD40 |
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priesh |
1 - Engine |
162 |
74,604 |
04 Oct 2018, 08:33 |
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Thread: Holley carb conversion.
Post: RE: Holley carb conversion.
| I think some people switch to carbs as they add power and are simpler to adjust over early injection systems? Well that's why early VW Golf GTI owners do it anyway - would that apply to the Delorean?
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priesh |
General Discussions on the DOC / Car / Company / JZD |
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5,433 |
29 Sep 2018, 23:46 |
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Thread: Over revving and other issues
Post: RE: Over revving and other issues
| (27 Sep 2018, 08:33)Rissy Wrote: Disconnecting the thermotime switch will have the same effect as disconnecting the CSV itself. It's just a different way of preventing the CSV from firing. Pulling... |
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priesh |
1 - Engine |
162 |
74,604 |
27 Sep 2018, 15:55 |
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Thread: Over revving and other issues
Post: RE: Over revving and other issues
| (26 Sep 2018, 21:32)TristanC Wrote: I haven’t tried disconnecting the thermotime switch. I’ll have to educate myself on its position first :)
And Stu, thanks my friend. We will hook up on messenger... |
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priesh |
1 - Engine |
162 |
74,604 |
26 Sep 2018, 22:37 |
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Thread: Over revving and other issues
Post: RE: Over revving and other issues
| Maybe just try running it with the thermotime disconnected? Assuming you haven't tried that already. Helped on mine initially before I took it down to the valley and replaced a bunch of electrical stu... |
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priesh |
1 - Engine |
162 |
74,604 |
26 Sep 2018, 19:57 |
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Thread: Over revving and other issues
Post: RE: Over revving and other issues
| Hope you sort it and your dad recovers ok mate.
I just saw you two on Soup. Enjoying the show a lot almost caught up. |
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priesh |
1 - Engine |
162 |
74,604 |
25 Sep 2018, 22:41 |
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Thread: Article on 4 seat custom DeLorean
Post: RE: Article on 4 seat custom DeLorean
| Wow that is rare. I wonder if he still has it and plans to restore |
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priesh |
General Discussions on the DOC / Car / Company / JZD |
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7,232 |
19 Sep 2018, 10:07 |
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Thread: Article on 4 seat custom DeLorean
Post: RE: Article on 4 seat custom DeLorean
| I think he tested on the shell of a crashed car he had but then did the conversion to his actual car.
I like the tan interior too - looks plush |
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priesh |
General Discussions on the DOC / Car / Company / JZD |
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7,232 |
15 Sep 2018, 23:02 |
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Thread: Article on 4 seat custom DeLorean
Post: Article on 4 seat custom DeLorean
| Hi all - there's a decent article and video on Jalopnik for their Build of the Week. A custom DeLorean with 2 extra seats.
https://jalopnik.com/worlds-greatest-dad...1829034103
Makes me think of the... |
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priesh |
General Discussions on the DOC / Car / Company / JZD |
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7,232 |
15 Sep 2018, 17:03 |
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Thread: Bake off intro Bttf Delorean
Post: RE: Bake off intro Bttf Delorean
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priesh |
Off topic talk, general chat etc |
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31 Aug 2018, 08:33 |
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Thread: Bake off intro Bttf Delorean
Post: Bake off intro Bttf Delorean
| Hey - they did a bttf themed intro to The Great British Bake Off this week. Does anyone know whose bttf converted Delorean was used in it? |
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priesh |
Off topic talk, general chat etc |
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3,934 |
30 Aug 2018, 21:20 |
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Thread: NEC Classic Motor Show 2018
Post: NEC Classic Motor Show 2018
| Hey all - are there any plans for the club to go back to the NEC Classic Motor Show this year?
Sorry if this has already been brought up - I just got an email about the event so thought I'd post
Che... |
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priesh |
DOC National Events, Car shows, AGM's and others |
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10,813 |
30 Aug 2018, 11:15 |
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Thread: Charity Event in Bucks 7th Sept
Post: RE: Charity Event in Bucks 7th Sept
| I haven't heard anything back from r6btt on this event - I'd still be up for it if the weather is good. |
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priesh |
Southern England |
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2,538 |
29 Aug 2018, 10:58 |
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Thread: 4th gear won't engage
Post: RE: 4th gear won't engage
| (08 Aug 2018, 20:52)Chris Williams Wrote: It's very odd..... will it engage if you disconnect the cables etc and do it manually at the gearbox?
Chris
PS, before you drain the gearbox ensure you hav... |
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priesh |
4 - Transmission - Manual & Automatic |
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12,296 |
09 Aug 2018, 10:13 |
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Thread: 4th gear won't engage
Post: RE: 4th gear won't engage
| Hi all - so I finally got around to adjusting the crossgate cable. First now engages much more easily.
4th, however, still won't engage. I had a look at the pivot bolt and the crossgate cable, and th... |
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priesh |
4 - Transmission - Manual & Automatic |
22 |
12,296 |
08 Aug 2018, 15:13 |
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Thread: Clutch master cylinder - resleeving worth it?
Post: RE: Clutch master cylinder - resleeving worth it?
| Hi all - got my refurbished clutch master back from past parts and put it back on the car over last weekend. All is working well!
I found the easiest way for me to bleed the system was to take the en... |
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priesh |
4 - Transmission - Manual & Automatic |
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8,854 |
08 Aug 2018, 15:08 |
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Thread: Tachometer not working. Steps to diagnose?
Post: RE: Tachometer not working. Steps to diagnose?
| Thanks Rissy!
Looking at the wiring diagram fo the white/slate stripe wire, I can see that multiple places it goes to, but I thought the only one I am worried about is the link from the coil to the t... |
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priesh |
3 - Electrical |
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2,580 |
02 Jul 2018, 17:06 |
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Thread: Tachometer not working. Steps to diagnose?
Post: Tachometer not working. Steps to diagnose?
| Hi all,
The rev counter has never worked since I've owned the car and I think it's about time I figure it out.
It's currently sat at 5000rpm. That's with the car running and also when the car is off... |
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priesh |
3 - Electrical |
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2,580 |
02 Jul 2018, 13:52 |
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Thread: New radiator fan switch (otterstat)
Post: RE: New radiator fan switch (otterstat)
| The thing is even if it is working I'll be so paranoid that it won't be much difference from how it is now with just the manual switch.
My switch is a bit crappy though so want to do a better job of ... |
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priesh |
7 - Heating / Air Conditioning |
15 |
11,118 |
25 Jun 2018, 20:27 |
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Thread: New radiator fan switch (otterstat)
Post: RE: New radiator fan switch (otterstat)
| I've just got a manual switch my otterstat looks to have been disconnected for a while. I got the pipe which allows for a screw in from dgo will fit that at some point. However even with it working I ... |
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priesh |
7 - Heating / Air Conditioning |
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11,118 |
25 Jun 2018, 14:18 |
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Thread: Charity Event in Bucks 7th Sept
Post: RE: Charity Event in Bucks 7th Sept
| Assuming work doesn't get in the way and my car is playing ball I would be happy to attend this. Will it be at the playing fields?
I assume weather will play a factor as well? Not sure how rain proof... |
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priesh |
Southern England |
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2,538 |
03 Jun 2018, 05:13 |
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Thread: Manual Gearbox oil, recommendations?
Post: RE: Manual Gearbox oil, recommendations?
| (21 May 2018, 21:01)TristanC Wrote: Old thread, but didn’t see a point in creating new one :)
Anyway, based on what I’ve read here and t’interwebs, I’ve bought GL5 75w90. The brand is Comma......
H... |
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priesh |
4 - Transmission - Manual & Automatic |
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8,416 |
22 May 2018, 10:13 |
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Thread: Incorrect headlight wiring & melted fuse
Post: RE: Incorrect headlight wiring & melted fuse
| I've sorted it - the headlights are working properly now :)
The wiring was completely incorrect in both cases (all 3 terminals were wrong!). Sorted that and put in new bulbs while I was at it.
I ma... |
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priesh |
3 - Electrical |
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4,446 |
22 May 2018, 09:42 |
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Thread: Incorrect headlight wiring & melted fuse
Post: RE: Incorrect headlight wiring & melted fuse
| Thanks yes I'll do that initially as it's due an MOT soon. I'll have to do it properly though sooner rather than later |
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priesh |
3 - Electrical |
5 |
4,446 |
19 May 2018, 19:00 |
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Thread: Incorrect headlight wiring & melted fuse
Post: RE: Incorrect headlight wiring & melted fuse
| That does look like the best permanent option. Might be a job for me this winter.
In the mean time am I OK with just replacing the fuse after sorting wiring? |
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priesh |
3 - Electrical |
5 |
4,446 |
19 May 2018, 15:15 |
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Thread: Incorrect headlight wiring & melted fuse
Post: Incorrect headlight wiring & melted fuse
| Hi all,
So I finally had some time today to look into my dim low beam issue.
All 3 wires were in the wrong place on the connector! Seems whoever installed the Hella lights swapped the high beam with... |
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priesh |
3 - Electrical |
5 |
4,446 |
18 May 2018, 23:00 |
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Thread: Stuttering when accelerating under load
Post: RE: Stuttering when accelerating under load
| Great! Glad you found the issue |
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priesh |
2 - Emission / Fuel Systems |
7 |
4,991 |
17 May 2018, 20:18 |
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Thread: Stuttering when accelerating under load
Post: RE: Stuttering when accelerating under load
| I had this exact issue when I got my car. Turns out mine was a knackered rotor arm and loose distributor cap (one of the clips had broken). I replaced the arm, cap, and clip (also replaced leads and p... |
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priesh |
2 - Emission / Fuel Systems |
7 |
4,991 |
16 May 2018, 06:43 |
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Thread: Radio and cassette static....
Post: RE: Radio and cassette static....
| I have a bad speaker in my car one of the rears. Makes an odd noise from time to time.
Also I replaced my HT leads and my main incoming one is no longer grounded or covered like the old one was. Tha... |
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priesh |
3 - Electrical |
5 |
3,862 |
16 May 2018, 06:40 |
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Thread: Wheel nut torque value?
Post: RE: Wheel nut torque value?
| Good advice Rissy cheers!
I decided to split the difference and use 90nm. Will check them again after doing some driving. |
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priesh |
6 - Brakes / Wheels / Tyres |
4 |
3,149 |
12 May 2018, 21:56 |
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Thread: 235/60 R15 Tyres
Post: RE: 235/60 R15 Tyres
| Hi all - so I got the rear tyres yesterday:
Here is the side with the raised white writing (looks cool but I didn't think it suited the Delorean):
[attachment=326]
Here is the side without the writ... |
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priesh |
6 - Brakes / Wheels / Tyres |
5 |
4,808 |
11 May 2018, 11:35 |
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Thread: Wheel nut torque value?
Post: RE: Wheel nut torque value?
| Interestingly, it give both lbft and nm values in both places, and they don't convert very accurately!
On page A:03:01 it says 60 lbft - 80nm
On page L:12:01 it say 100nm, with 70 lbft in brackets.
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priesh |
6 - Brakes / Wheels / Tyres |
4 |
3,149 |
10 May 2018, 21:54 |
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Thread: Wheel nut torque value?
Post: Wheel nut torque value?
| Hi all - what value do people tend to use for wheel nut torque?
I've seen it at 80nm and 100nm in the manual and I'm not sure which to use.
Cheers! |
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priesh |
6 - Brakes / Wheels / Tyres |
4 |
3,149 |
10 May 2018, 16:52 |
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Thread: 235/60 R15 Tyres
Post: RE: 235/60 R15 Tyres
| I decided to go with the galaxy r1 in the end. Correct speed rating and you can mount with lettering on inside.
Also got vredsteins for the fronts, and a continental for the spare. Expensive day! |
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priesh |
6 - Brakes / Wheels / Tyres |
5 |
4,808 |
09 May 2018, 18:56 |
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Thread: New Nankang rear tyres 235 60 15
Post: RE: New Nankang rear tyres 235 60 15
| I heard from someone else that their claim got rejected once because they didn't have proper speed rated tyres - for our car that would be up to 130mph if google is to be believed.
I'm going to phone... |
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priesh |
6 - Brakes / Wheels / Tyres |
11 |
7,618 |
08 May 2018, 17:24 |
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Thread: New Nankang rear tyres 235 60 15
Post: RE: New Nankang rear tyres 235 60 15
| That is very true. How about speed rating? Can insurance be invalid without OEM or better rating?
The regulations here: http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2001/...ule/3/made
"The speed capability of... |
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priesh |
6 - Brakes / Wheels / Tyres |
11 |
7,618 |
08 May 2018, 14:00 |
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Thread: 235/60 R15 Tyres
Post: RE: 235/60 R15 Tyres
| Just reviving this - has anyone used the Vitour Galaxy R1 tyres? They look good from an EU label perspective. |
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priesh |
6 - Brakes / Wheels / Tyres |
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4,808 |
08 May 2018, 09:51 |
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Thread: New Nankang rear tyres 235 60 15
Post: RE: New Nankang rear tyres 235 60 15
| No it was an Interceptor Radial HR
Looking at review of the Nankang, they seem to not be great in the wet? |
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priesh |
6 - Brakes / Wheels / Tyres |
11 |
7,618 |
08 May 2018, 09:49 |
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Thread: New Nankang rear tyres 235 60 15
Post: RE: New Nankang rear tyres 235 60 15
| Just reviving this thread as one of my rear tyres blew quite badly today! Think I'll be changing both rears and maybe the fronts as well.
Any more thoughts on the Nankangs now people have had them a... |
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priesh |
6 - Brakes / Wheels / Tyres |
11 |
7,618 |
07 May 2018, 19:23 |
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Thread: Heritage Day, Amersham. 9th Sept 2018
Post: RE: Heritage Day, Amersham. 9th Sept 2018
| I might be up for this one - it's right in my neck of the woods. |
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priesh |
Southern England |
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1,597 |
04 May 2018, 20:17 |
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Thread: H4 headlight bulb recommendations?
Post: RE: H4 headlight bulb recommendations?
| (29 Apr 2018, 21:23)Chris Williams Wrote: Imagine a 1820's horse carriage with candle powered lights and your about right!
Lol!
I was looking at the nightbreaker ones - think I might go for the ne... |
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priesh |
3 - Electrical |
2 |
2,613 |
30 Apr 2018, 08:59 |
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Thread: H4 headlight bulb recommendations?
Post: H4 headlight bulb recommendations?
| Hi all - my low beam headlights are very dim. They've been like this since I got the car. I'm going to check the wiring etc of the hella units to make sure they were rewired correctly but I thought I'... |
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priesh |
3 - Electrical |
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2,613 |
29 Apr 2018, 17:56 |
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Thread: Rectifier diodes for fog light conversion
Post: RE: Rectifier diodes for fog light conversion
| This isn't answering your question but I was reading the other day that you only need a rear fog light in cars made from 1986 onwards? It was on the RAC MOT checklist, but also seen on some other foru... |
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priesh |
3 - Electrical |
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9,223 |
15 Apr 2018, 23:07 |
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Thread: vin 11477 - Finally I am an owner
Post: RE: vin 11477 - Finally I am an owner
| Congrats! Look forward to some trial by fire like taking it down to the valley - I certainty did! |
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priesh |
Members Cars |
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15 Apr 2018, 22:55 |
