daveo132

That's not a bad idea. I was just thinking about packing a basic tool kit for any issues but didn't think about a few spare sensors. Thankfully have an OBD scanner and torque on the phone should I need to use it for basic code reading too.

Trying to get your post count up @HEADPHONES?

Does anyone know if there is a fuse in the engine bay that I can tap. Which is only live when the lights (side or dipped) are on? I've got a list of fuses below, but I think both 76 & 86 are live at all times. Basically I'm trying to find an easy place to tap for illumination but really don't want to pull the radio out. Assignment of the fuses and relays in the Engine Compartment Fuse Box №1 № Amp Description 71 10 Tail Lamp Relay (Parking Lamp, License Lamp, Tail Lamp, Illumination, Headlamp Aiming Control System) 72 10 Headlamp High, Daytime Light System 73 30 Front Wiper Relay 74 10 Headlamp High, Daytime Light System 75 20 Rear Window Defogger Relay 76 15 Headlamp Low 77 15 Engine Control Module Relay 78 15 IPDM E/R 79 10 Air Conditioner Relay 80 20 Rear Window Defogger Relay 81 15 Fuel Pump Relay 82 10 ESP/TCS/ABS Control System 83 10 Back-Up Lamp, Theft Warning System 84 10 Front Wiper and Washer, Rear Wiper and Washer 85 15 Heated Oxygen Sensor, Fuel Injection System Function, Air Fuel Ratio Sensor 86 15 Headlamp Low 87 15 Throttle Control Motor Relay 88 15 Not Used 89 10 Starting System, MIL & Data Link Connectors

I'm just passing straight past there on the motorway. Fingers crossed that won't be too bad. While I'm fine driving on the continent, I don't think I'm too up for major city driving just yet!!

Ah yes I did come across that. I'll double check my route but I'm staying outside the zone. So, so long as my route doesn't cross it, I won't need to worry about it. Cheers, though. EDIT Just checked and I'll be driving outside of the zone so all clear on that.

Might even try and hook up the go pro for some of the roads in the south there.

Yes, I'll be taking the camera. I'll be sure to keep you all posted on it.

Indeed, need to see if I still have a kit in the car. I suspect not

Yes, just picked up a UK sticker. That one snuck in under the radar. Got Hi-vis & triangle from the last time I went over, got new breathalysers too.

Thats a fair point. Won't take up much space to throw one in.

I really hope I don't need the tent and sleeping bag! Not planning on speeding but always good to keep an eye on things. What's the latest on documents needed these days? UK Licence, copy of insurance along with V5 is enough now isn't it?

Hey all, I'm planning a road trip for myself through Belgium. Heading to Ghent first for a few days to see a friend then off to Spa - North Luxemburg - Bastogne - Tintgny - Heirges then stopping the night in Divent. Then Divent - Chimay - North through the Lakes - Thuin - Mons - Tournai - Calais A25 (Stop the night) then back to South Wales. Should be quite the drive, as I think there are some places along this route that don't always hit the "best driving roads" lists. Total of around 900 miles. So, I've driven on the continent a few times (to Belgium), no issues there. But does anyone have any advice for a long road trip such as this, any tips that might be out of the ordinary? Or any other tips for a solo road trip?

It's got to be either the sensor or the gauge. When my OEM gauge died it went to 120 before the engine was on so must be an open circuit or something. Also, I wouldn't expect the car to be at 60PSI at all times. Once the car is hot. Idle pressure will be much closer to 15/20PSI. Having gone through this myself, the engine will be fine. It will be the sensor or gauge and if you really want to be sure, get a garage to hook up a mechanical pressure gauge to it.

Ok mate, Good to know. Sounds sensible!

Yeah mine isn't great. Got some jubilee clips holding the head shield together at this point.

This is great to hear. Thanks all. I guess it's always the failures that makes the noise so to speak.

Thanks mate, good to hear good stuff about the TS ones. I'm aiming to get the TS Y pipe so those would be a nice match.

Hi all, I'm just after some thoughts on how people have found these. I understand that they need to be hot to pass an MOT etc, but I've been reading stories lately that people have been having a lot of issues trying to get cars to pass at all. So I'm just wondering, Those of you with sports cats, what has your experience been like? Are there any recommended ones to use? Preferably bolt in replacements. I see that Tarmac Sportz ones are shown as passing from cold but I'm sorry to say, that I can't see that being possible.

So I just bought some carbon bits on eBay. Given how cheap some of these were it was worth taking a punt. Button Cover - Link Dash Surround - Link HVAC Surround - Link

Just a bit of behind the scenes from the gauges. I wanted to ensure that everything was still easy to take out so the gauges are all wired into plugs for easy removal.

I've been thinking about getting the Tarmac Sportz Y pipe soon. What issues did you have?

Oh boy, how did I only just find this. Time to settle in for a good read!

So installing the Z1 fuel port did not go quite to plan. I either split (or it broke) the O ring on the fuel regulator. So now my car is slowly leaking a bit of fuel and generally stinks. New O ring arriving later today to get it sorted. Also will be updating post 1 with all the mods etc.

That is a nice collection Thanks for the offer but I should be sorted in the morning. Halfords didn't have them in the store but ordered online for delivery tomorrow.

I don't know why I didn't think about Halfords. Must be the heat mixed with the petrol fumes Will take a walk up there later today.