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Completely agree, never been a fan of this nurse the tyres rubbish that we have now. Having better mechanical grip would also alleviate some of the issue with following in dirty aero and with drivers pushing flat out, small mistakes here and there will follow which will give some nice close on track battles. And of course leave qualifying alone!!!

That was with aircon off

Ha I was thinking this when reading the above post, scrolling down I saw you beat me to it

I see that the powers that be have decided a possible U turn on the U turn (an O turn??) when it comes to the qualifying and that in fact some form of elimination qualy will still occur at Bahrain. http://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/f1-now-evaluating-elimination-qualifying-tweaks-for-bahrain-681873/ Nice to see that they all have clear plans of action when it comes to the future of the sport.

I cleaned throttle bodies last night, didn't get chance to do all the peddle dancing since for the Idle Air Volume Learning you need to warm the car and rev it up and since it was gone 11pm I didn't think neighbours would appreciate it so much. Did the ECU reset, Accelerator Pedal Release Position, Throttle Valve closed Position and then Idle Air Volume just now and the idle seems a little on the high side (a nudge under 1000). I am pretty sure I got the dances correct as per the thread on them here. Does idle of 1000 seem a bit high? I will run her out shortly to get some fuel and see how she feels but wondered if anyone had any comments?

Bah, rather annoyed by this: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-35889736

I really enjoyed the race on Sunday. Was a little peeved at the qualy show having got myself up early to watch it but glad to see that this has been reverted for the next race. I am sure that over time it would have improved slightly, particularly in Q1 and Q2, I think Q3 in that format was beyond saving but much preferred the previous system anyway. As long as we don't have a season full of changing qualy rules like we did 10 years ago then I can be grateful. Glad to see the drivers are making a bit of a stand too, I always find it strange that they often aren't even asked for their opinions on proposed changes, I can see the folly in allowing them to actually vote on changes but I think their thoughts should be at least considered. Looking forward to the next race and hopefully a competitive title race, although I would add that I would be happy if the champion at the end is the same as the last couple of years. Also looking forward to silly season and prospective seat hopping with some good seats potentially up for grabs. I get a gut feeling that should Rosberg not be convincingly leading the title race come summer he may be searching for somewhere else to drive, and if that happens to not be Ferrari ( which I don't think it would be) I think this could well be his last title shot. Not sure who I would replace him with but I would bet my bottom dollar that Alonso is desperate for that seat and would do near anything to get it, not saying of course he will get it but I bet his management have already been in touch. Not sure who I fancy for taking Kimi's seat either ( really can't see him keeping that again without a dramatic turn around in recent form from him) would be nice to see Grosjean have another shot in a fast car as I was really impressed with him at the end of the competitive Lotus spell.

I suspected as much, seems fine so far. Not run her out yet, will get round to it later, but sat idling in the garage she seems fine.

Thanks, by the time I had read your comment I had actually finished. I have seen this suggestion before and whilst useful I would always completely remove the throttle body to clean it anyway (as I did this time too) which necessitates it being disconnected from the power with force of habit making me always disconnect the battery before pulling plugs. I am not worried that I have corrupted ECU or anything but assume if I had there would be symptoms and a CEL?

As mentioned in another post I am in Leeds, but thanks for the kind offer. Always nice when people offer to lend a hand. Although if you ever desperately fancy doing the trip to Leeds in order to lend a hand for something I wouldn't turn you away Throttle bodies cleaned and reinstalled last night.

Thanks for replies all. Had a walk out to pick up some Allen key sockets for my 3/8. By the time I had sorted dinner out for the misses it was quite late when I started but all done now and some much cleaner throttle bodies reinstalled. Doubt they had ever been cleaned before. They were covered in crud. Will test drive tomorrow see if she feels any more responsive or smoother.

I don't have any particularly decent Allen keys. Wondering if getting an Allen attachment for my current socket set would be a worthwhile investment.

Hi all, I was after some advice for removing the throttle bodies on my HR to give them a nice clean. I have removed covers and hoses etc so access isn't the issue. It's that the Allen bolts are well and truly not shifting and was after advice on how to loosen them up. I have tried a light tap with a hammer on the end of an Allen key but didn't want to tap too hard as I know I don't want to shock the throttle body too much, am I correct in thinking I shouldn't try too hard with the hammer? I was also wondering whether or not it was advised to use something like WD40 on the bolts or heat to try to loosen them up a bit, I am not massively keen on the WD40 idea but since I will be giving them a good clean afterwards would this be ok? The heat idea is almost a non starter as i don't think I have a suitable heat source at the moment. Any suggestions welcome.

When i first tried to pair my phone ( A blackberry classic so not old ) the pairing process would go through and then about 10 seconds later it would tell me that it was disconnected again. I read somewhere (Can't for the life of me remember where) that bluetooth connection was a two stage process and that pairing and connection had to each pass. Anyway having tried a few times and having my phone disconnected each time I tried pairing and then immediately making a phone call from the car (misses was confused why I was calling her from our garage). This went through fine and I have never had a problem since. Phone always connects and doesn't get booted off again until I switch off the ignition, make and receive calls all the time with no issues. I don't know if this will potentially solve your problem or not or I had some strange fluke of circumstances, but thought I would share my experience.

along!

Thanks all. Very happy with it.

Welcome along

I originally posted a hello from myself here http://www.350z-uk.com/topic/105891-hopeful-future-z-owner/ After a shorter search than I was expecting I would like to welcome my new Z onto the forum too. She joined me on Friday afternoon. Had a quick wash and wax Saturday morning before I went and spent the rest of the day enjoying the roads in the Yorkshire Dales. Apologies for the fairly naff pic I am working away this week and this is the hotel car park, I just couldn't wait to show you all, I will hopefully get some better ones after another decent wash this weekend weather permitting. Absolutely smitten with it and although she isn't 100% perfect in that the alloys need a little TLC the rest of her is mint and I got a decent deal. (Couldn't find a single stone chip anywhere !!!) She is 100% OEM at the moment (not even a stubby) which is what I was looking for, although I will likely at least get a stubby and hope that I don't get infected with zeditus. Anyway thanks for everyones comments and help when I was still looking to buy, hopefully get to a few meets and meet some of you in person and I thought you all deserved at least one pic for now .

Welcome

Thank you both, I am absolutely smitten. Gave her a quick wash and wax yesterday morning and then spent the rest of the day driving round the yorkshire dales. Did take a couple of poor phone pics, if I can figure out how to get one on here I will. Unfortunately working away this week all week so next weekend will give her another wash and then give her a proper welcome onto the forum.

Spotted on the A1(m) south around Thirsk. Sounded and looked thoroughly lovely. I was in my freshly collected grey 350, anyone here?

Well, this thread could be locked I guess. Picked up a grey HR today with a shade over 49k on the clock. Had 120 miles drive home after picking it up in which to become acquainted a little and am thoroughly in love. Best part is it is friday, so have all weekend to get to know her better. She is a tad dirty at the minute, torn between washing or driving her tomorrow weather permitting. Anyway, just wanted to share my happy news.

I had half considered going to look at this with the idea of changing it back to rays and a less horrific exhaust if the rest of the car checked out. Knowing it's been up for a while could potentially be worth a lowball offer?

I completely agree with what you are saying. One I went to view where he wasn't interested in negotiating price I also enquired about my celica as part ex. The reply was "Well obviously it's too old for me to sell", now I know not all dealers will want to sell all things, but I thought that was a little rude. Particularly as there was no reason I thought that should be obvious. Congrats on your purchase, I hope it treats you well.