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RyanT

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  1. Edit: Ignore me, answered my own question! Good luck with the Plenum!
  2. Soldering something like this is so so easy I promise! Plus you can buy a soldering iron kit for like £7 posted from Amazon!
  3. MyBose subwoofer started cutting out earlier this week, so ordered a replacement relay and soldered it in. A really easy and rewarding fix! [/media]
  4. Hi all, just to say these have sold. Many thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  5. They are, plus as these are 'silenced' it'll get rid of that unwanted tinnyness.
  6. Hi all, this has now sold! Thanks for all your interest!
  7. Christ I'm rubbish at updating this: The car has been faultless over the past year and just flew through it's first MOT under my ownership, so I thought now was as good time as any to pursue a childhood dream of mine! It all started with many, many nights learning a certain track on Project Cars: Then we planned our route: So there it was, we were off to the Nurburgring! Leaving in the early hours of Friday morning we stopped for a couple of hours in Bruges, which was absolutely gorgeous: The car was of course faultless over the 450 or so miles there. Really ate up the miles, plus even managed to hit 155 on the unrestricted Autobahn, which it seemed to do with ease.. Even averaged 33mpg over the trip, not bad! Upon arrival we checked out the famous 'Youtube corner' section, I can only repeat what everyone else says in that the track is so much steeper then you expect. (I think the maximum incline is 17%?)... It's really surreal seeing the track in real life, after spending so many years seeing it through videos / playing it on games. Unfortunately, the weather worsened and it started to get wet / foggy - However the track was fairly quiet, so I bit the bullet and bought a lap. With the traction control left firmly on I ventured out.... (turns out this was a wise desision, it didn't stop blinking through certain sections!) What can I say, it was absolutely mind-blowing (-ly slippery) but so fast. The 350Z is fairly well suited to the track, as it's fairly easy to drive at 6/10th in a quick but safe manor. But what I didn't expect was the calibre of cars there, I thought it would be a bit of everything - But almost everything else there was either a 911, M3 or RS Renault, serious business! While playing a video game doesn't prepare you for many aspects and sensations of the track, however it did allow me to anticipate and know what was coming next, which was so valuable on a track which blind crests and corners so heavily! One good thing about the wet is that traction limits everyone, so everyone is at a similar pace. Although in my very first lap I came across 4 crashes, christ! The track was closed again soon after... Some pictures: One I bought: After getting around unscathed I decided to count myself lucky and call it a day! The next day I managed to get some dry laps which were fantastic, but almost more stressful as the speed-differential between casual users like myself and the real racers was absolutely massive! But the car really did itself proud, again some pictures I found online: I didn't time myself as I thought it would end in tears, either at my slow time or a crashed car! But to be honest I couldn't care less about times. I also found it much less intimidating than I expected, everyone was very well behaved and as long as you adhered to the rules when it comes to passing I never felt like I was in a compromising position and always had plenty of room. Oh and of course I can't forget the little Twingo my pals hired! In summary, amazing trip and much cheaper than you expect (especially when splitting between a mate). I did do this as a 'bucket-list' kind of trip, but I think I'll try and make it a yearly thing! Even if you don't fancy the track, just the atmosphere is worth experiencing - Plus the surrounding car parts are like the best car show you've ever seen! Quick breakdown of costs: Ferry return: £55 Apartment: 2 nights, 2 people: £90 Fuel, approx 3 tanks: ~£200 4 laps of the ring: £75 1000+ miles, 5 laps of the Nurburgring, 155mph & 33mpg! I also think you'd struggle to pick a better car for the trip than the 350Z, it really is a 'do-it-all' car and I couldn't be more impressed with it! If you are on the fence about it, or worried - Don't be, just go for it!
  8. They are, for a DE. Many thanks. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  9. No indication or negatives whatsoever. The three suckers (at the front) spread the load over a large area so it's a non-issue! You can even use them on fibreglass, and I know many of the Elise / Vx220 boys do with their hard tops, so nothing to worry about! Yes absolutely. Rear sucker including the strap. Should be pictured above.
  10. As above, brand new in box with build in spacers. Including all gaskets etc.. Selling as I'm going in another direction with a full system. Located in Bristol. Will post if required. £70 + £5 postage if required. Many thanks, Ryan
  11. Seasucker Talon, a few months old. It's absolutely amazing and takes just a minute or so to fit. Plus it's so small I just keep it in my boot. Compared to the alternatives (Saris Bones etc) this is just leagues ahead. The only reason I'm selling is that I've spent a small fortune on the larger 'Bomber' version which'll carry 2+ bikes as I've persuaded my girlfriend to get a bike as well. From the advert: Holds one bicycle, up to 45 lbs Made for roof top, trunk or hatchback attachment One heavy-duty fork mount for 9mm dropouts Three 6 inches SeaSucker vacuum cups on body (210 lb pull-strength rated each) Attaches to metal, glass or fiberglass surfaces 1/2 inches thick high-density polyethylene (HDPE) body for strength and durability This wasn't cheap... But read the reviews, they really are worth it: http://www.amazon.co...k/dp/B011OBKV2A £150. Located in Bristol. Many thanks
  12. Do it, I've regretted selling my MX5 every day since it went. Best car I'll ever own.
  13. You and me both. Have you been following these? They are so so good:
  14. I'm just sat here counting down the days
  15. Ramp it up, Bristol. Used it loads, £15 for first hour, 2nd for every hour after that. Plus they'll stamp your book if you service it there. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  16. Price reduced. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  17. Hi all, As above a set of 20mm spacers bought from Tarmac Sportz a few months ago. Now no longer needed due to a new set of wheels. £60 posted. Or collected from Bristol for £50! Many thanks, Ryan Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  18. Isn't it just a mines copy lip?
  19. Well that's another one for the bookmarks folder - Interesting blog that!
  20. Every mod could be easily reversed and you'll probably end up quids after replacing them with standard items and selling them on..
  21. Always incredibly highly regarded on the MX5 forums.
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