BobbyZ

I wasn't actually doing the cold showers at the time, but I was at least prepared for the feeling of cold water on me. I still find it takes my breath away for a few seconds when I get in after taking them every day for a few months, but I just ignore that now. I think I'd find it weird to get in a hot shower now!

In the end I got back into cold showers and ditched the breathing exercises. Went swimming in the sea in Cornwall in May which was fun I do it primarily for the psychological benefits - time will tell if my body actually changes. I did have a skin condition that seems to have cleared up, but I'm not sure if that's down to cold showers or the fact that I hardly ever drink these days. I've never really been tempted by intermittent fasting. It always seemed to me like a way to trick people into eating less calories rather than something that legitimately burns fat, same as most diet plans. I'm all for people using whatever method works for them to achieve positive goals though.

Welcome No idea on the head unit I'm afraid but will be interested to hear the recommendations as an upgrade is on my list of possible mods. Post a pic of your motor when you get it

Welcome! Nice motor

I have a feeling this might be one that I like more IRL than in photos. I can't say I'm particularly blown away by what I've seen so far.

I don't think the white ones are too bad. They could work if you've got other interior mods that give a racy feel, but they'd look a bit silly in my standard interior. The second ones are horrendous though Also this.

The only oil related issue that crops up regularly on HRs is the oil gallery gaskets going. This won't result in any oil usage but rather low pressure, so check that the oil pressure gauge is near the top end when started from cold. I don't think that should be an issue on a low mileage example though.

To clarify, the best ways to verify if it's a HR are check the redline (7.5k for the HR, lower for earlier engines) and dual intakes for the engine, as you can see in the engine bay pic on that ad. As far as whether it's a good deal, the problem is that there is nothing to compare it to really as you mentioned, so you'll have to make a subjective assessment of whether it's worth it. Obviously pending verification of the mileage and that it's been looked after, which isn't a given just because the mileage is low. Good luck

Welcome to the forum and good luck with the zed hunt!

Great work - I've fantasised many times about getting a proper HR build like this done (I don't personally possess anywhere near the knowledge or skills to work on engines myself), but it's probably never going to happen in reality. Good to see others are willing to put in the effort (and money!) to make it happen.

I forgot to mention re the gearbox - they're certainly not the last word in smoothness, but nowhere near 'horrendous'. They do require some skill and finesse to get the best out of IMO, but then for me that's kind of the point of a manual anyway.

Down a fast B road I think a zed is ridiculously fun. I think I did describe them as muscle car like a few years ago on here, but I was comparing them to GT86s IIRC. I mean, something smaller and lighter like a MX5 (or indeed a GT86) will be more chuckable down a proper twisty one, but you can still have a good time in a zed for sure. The mods I've made to mine (as per sig) have helped manage the extra weight noticeably.

Can't believe that's not standard to be honest.

Something to be aware of when checking clearance between your head and cage is that necks can stretch quite a lot in an accident. I can't remember the exact amount (and a quick search did not bear fruit) but it's a good few inches.

Welcome to the forum. Nice looking motor, obviously in the best colour

Just stick the video on YT and share it here. I'm not sure I can help any further as it doesn't sound like it's related to the issue that I was talking about, but hopefully someone else who knows their way around an engine bay will be able to diagnose it.

Does it happen at specific rpm? Not sure if this affects 370s as well, but I know there was an issue with the cooling system on 350s that caused ticking at around 3500rpm. If that's it then the solution is flushing the system. E.g. this thread.

RIP

For the breathing I'm doing 3 rounds of 30-35 breaths, with around 1-2 minutes* holding in between. I actually stopped bothering to time it after the first few times to focus on the relaxation element, so I might be managing longer now. *it seemed to fluctuate randomly.

I did give this a go as I said I would. The breathing I have found very helpful both first thing in the morning for waking up my brain and getting me ready for the day, and before sleeping to clear my head and relieve stress. I'm still not sure about the cold showers. I did them for a couple of weeks, and the only change I really noticed was that I got better at dealing with cold showers after the first couple of goes. It did make me feel slightly more refreshed straight after the shower, but I'm not sure if it was enough to offset the unpleasantness of standing under a cold shower. I'll probably give it another go soon and try to do it for a month or so, but so far I'm not sold. I should mention that I am most definitely not a morning person which I don't think helps, because freezing my nuts off first thing in the morning in the shower is not a good incentive for me to get out of bed.

Welcome along. Nice motor Re the remap, you can still get more power on a standard car, and defo better throttle response + eliminating the jerkiness at certain revs and throttle position (IIRC that only affects HRs).

Nice one - I might have to look into getting this done to mine.

Regarding CAIs, I know the Abbey guys previously said that the stock set up with drop in filters was the best for power (I think that was for the VQ35HR, so assume it's the same for the 37VHR). As far as US dyno numbers, yeah I've seen all sorts of crazy claims flying around from US sources.

Thanks for posting. I've watched a couple of his YT vids, mainly because I find him quite entertaining but also because the whole WH method thing is very interesting. I might have to give it a go soon

Thanks guys, I'll consider those. If anyone has track day experience with an ARK GRiP (with or without noise reducers) then I'd be interested to hear how you got on with the noise limits