jonathan73

Phew - you've had a lucky escape! Now spend your money on a set of tyres that will be good for the UK.... (I just replaced mine and each of the garages I spoke to strenuously dissuaded me from going with Toyo's)...

Cleanest / Siniest Award????- I doubt that

Tilly - with the 2nd best colour ( ) you've got to be careful about washing it. It's such a great colour in the sunshine that you don't want to ruin it with poor washing techniques. Check out www.detailingworld.co.uk and find out how to make your motor sparkle. In summary, use at least 2 buckets (one with a grit guard in it), a good wash mitt, a quality shampoo and rinse your mitt after washing each panel. Dry with a good quality waffle weave towel (poorboy's do a good large one) and finish off with some Meguires Last Touch or Quik Detailer with a microfibre cloth. Sounds like a ballache but it's soooo worth it so as not to cause swirls and marks! too

:yahoo: So you got them to sort out your issues Paul - Great stuff! So, what number is your GT4? 69?

I said I was Mr Magoo! The slightest bit of twilight and I'm feeling my way aroundB)

Your problem is gonna be demand - who is gonna want an oem exhaust? Is it full length or cat back?

Has anyone given thought to the route for the day? Oh, and the fact that it'll get dark early ?? Since I'm Mr Magoo in the dark (is it just my headlights that are poor?) I'd rather not be tear-arsing around the Wales countryside after lunchtime..... Could the plan be.... meet up around 10 (as before) do a bit of a run (maybe different from last time - perhaps that Evo Triangle?) and then finish with lunch? Well, that's my thoughts anyway. Mrs 73 & I will be coming up Saturday so hopefully meet up for some beers & curry again

Paul, I'ce pm'd you. However, your dealer has a lot to answer for and I'm sure with a bit of persuasion (being bad mouthed on this and 'the other' forum may help twist his arm) that he'll sort all your problems out. If not, give me a call. I have a good "Sheffield Branch" who will add a little more gentle persuasion

Paul Here's the cradle, in the armrest: And here it is with the adaptor fitted. I believe ALL GT4s came with the cradle as standard but of course the adaptor is an accessory. So too are the Halfords batteries and 20p If your armrest hasn't got it then a call to the dealer should be your next move. Something may not be quite what it seems?

Paul, I don't know what a parrot bluetooth system is BUT, in your armrest you should have a cradle. Into which a bluetooth adaptor fits (dealer approx £120, ebay £80+) which works with any phone. I'd have thought this would be the easiest way to go....

They do many more styles too - all with 3m adhesive backing. It would be interesting to see one in real-life to check the quality but who's gonna be the guinea pig? I emailed them to see if they'd give a sample for review purposes..... I've yet to hear back

Hang on a minute.... 28th October? I've been looking at the wrong freekin month I reckon Mrs 73 and I can make this now! Checking the list of hotels / B&Bs now. Pencil us in.

First dibbs on the CF cover please

The loss of Richard Burns was bad enough to the sport and to Britain, but now Colin McCrae too. I was shocked to read the news today and I know the sport will feel the loss of one of its superstars.

"Please don't ask me why but James said he won't deal with toyo's because of the amount of problems he has had with them" I got a similar story from a tyre place recently about Toyos so I'm considering sticking with Potenzas! But I want 265x40x18 for my rear. Will you please get a price for me? Thanks

Quelle Suprise, a Dealer was wrong! But hey, if the Import version have the ability to make the mirrors dance, why is it beyond the wit of any auto-electrician to manage it on UK 350s? I want that gadget.

On Imports this is an Auto-Pilot button which when used in conjunction with SatNav the car drives itself to the destination..... Or so I was told by a Dealer

Maybe we should have a and

Bl00dy Hell Paul - you're a quick learner.... It was only on Saturday that you were bemused by microfibre and quick detailing spray Try some G3 and a mop, if the paint has orange peel you'll need to knock it back with 1200 W&D paper ( & soapy water ) paint shop should have done this anyway. Sounds shoddy to me

Who knows. Who cares? However, from looking at the winners & highly commended pictures one may deduce that the voters were on the conservative side because very few "fast n furious" types won. Models that were ostensibly 'stock' were commended. I must admit that I haven't added a chain to the trophy and it isn't hanging round my neck although it was nice that other attendees recognised my car as a nice example. I've not made the call to my local cabinet makers as I have a sneaky suspicion it's the only award my 350 will get. Still, it's appreciated.

Sorry guys, I won't make it. Mrs 73 & I are attending a wedding in Atlanta. Have a great time.

Nice try Rookie - but.... you have NOWHERE near enough cloths there Paul to even gain entry to the pre-entry area of our club Alot more investment is needed We're not some cheapo back street club you can wander in off the street with your shirt neck open and GOLD Z badge hanging in your chest hair For consideration members need: 2 (preferably 3) buckets, a good quality shampoo, Grit Guard, Poorboy's Waffle Weave drying towels, 350 microfibre cloths, Last Touch (or similar) detailing spray...

Sorry I missed Tim & Chris Sunday. I popped over again (late - around 3pm) and folk were packing up. Only saw 1 more 350 there but a couple of Fast & Furious 300ZX's. It's a pity the event wasn't better attended and I hope the organisers were nevertheless pleased with the weekend. A nice bunch of folk though.

Paul - www.detailingworld.co.uk - a few hours on there, a few ££££s spent on gear and you'll be as anal as me Although the Custard doesn't show swirls and marks like kuro does you might not get so bad. Craig @ muddydetail.co.uk is your man too. However, your car is 1 WEEK old, it doesn't need him yet. Despite the ZedFest being having a little disappointing turn out I enjoyed the day and had a great time. Nice burgers too