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Ali Tait
17-11-2020, 18:48
Nowt like a Busso. :-)
InThe Sticks
18-11-2020, 21:07
Bike partially cleaned and laid up for winter..
https://i.imgur.com/ebz1xTn.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/HdYcOtV.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/MsE3XoO.jpg
Now to find a winter hack to hoon around on..
A CR250 is top of the list so far :D
Pigmy Pony
19-11-2020, 07:03
You missed a bit
InThe Sticks
23-11-2020, 20:01
Already regretting the daft colour scheme :rolleyes: :D
https://i.imgur.com/qWMqkH5.jpg
Finish that and you won't be able to find the bike.
Adaptive camouflage that only works in your garage and maybe some rooms that have not been decorated since the 1970s.
Needs more brown dralon..
Reality of electric cars?
https://thenextweb.com/shift/2020/11/19/electric-cars-arent-clean-and-its-time-the-industry-is-honest-about-it/
Reality of electric cars?
https://thenextweb.com/shift/2020/11/19/electric-cars-arent-clean-and-its-time-the-industry-is-honest-about-it/
“Families bought diesel cars because they wanted to help protect the environment,” says Thomas Ingenlath
What bollocks. 'Families' don't buy cars. Individuals do. And they mostly buy diesels because they do a lot of miles so it works out cheaper. Or did when diesel was quite a bit cheaper than petrol. Now it isn't sales of diesels are right down.
walpurgis
24-11-2020, 12:46
Dunno about electric cars, but I'm investigating converting one of my pushbikes to electric cheaply. Seems there are a multitude of ways of doing this and at the moment I'm weighing up the pros and cons of the options. Range and of course reliability are foremost, if I want to go faster, I've got the motorbike (which never gets used anyway). Could be the car will end up getting even less use (if that's possible).
Beobloke
24-11-2020, 12:48
“Families bought diesel cars because they wanted to help protect the environment,” says Thomas Ingenlath
What bollocks. 'Families' don't buy cars. Individuals do. And they mostly buy diesels because they do a lot of miles so it works out cheaper. Or did when diesel was quite a bit cheaper than petrol. Now it isn't sales of diesels are right down.
Spot on. Every single person I know who drives a diesel does it purely because they do 50-60mpg rather than 30-40. This is all that seems to be focused on - most of them even seem to conveniently ignore the higher annual servicing costs!
Everyone I know who drives an electric or a hybrid does so for the cheaper mileage. Nothing to do with protecting the environment either.
If you brought a car out that ran on baby seal blood people would buy them if they thought it would save them a few quid.
id say thats wrong on both counts overall. but it wasnt the point of the article anyway. it was that people are being misled on several points, and govts are making laws on wrong assumptions....again!:doh:
dave2010
24-11-2020, 14:11
You've probably all seen this already - https://www.timesnownews.com/the-buzz/article/worst-parking-fail-porsche-drives-over-wall-and-lands-on-suv-video-goes-viral-watch/684901
Bit of an accident!
Quite an expensive electric car ....
Do watch the video.
Promoser
27-11-2020, 13:32
Maybe someone could give a piece of advice about air compressors. I'm looking for one, would like to know your opinion about one mentioned in this article about best 12v air compressor (https://carnesmechanical.com/110v-air-compressors/).
walpurgis
27-11-2020, 14:45
If you're planning anything that requires longish periods of use, you do best to get a compressor with a tank and water bleed. If it's just for inflating things, any decent automotive tyre type will do.
just beware most of these small 12v non tank compressors are slowish, and wont reseal a flat that has lost its wall seal. you need a bigger tank type.
the 12v ones lidl sell are usually very good for money and was kept in my boot in my old car. i also have a bigger tank type in my shed which will run air tools and has water trap etc, which i bought years ago in aldi..(although not non stop). alas i dont use it now due to health
walpurgis
29-11-2020, 09:07
Waiting for this to arrive:
https://i.imgur.com/zfJncNi.png
250 watt 36 volt front hub e-bike conversion kit to bung on one of my bicycles. Unbranded, but from a (supposedly) reputable seller. Should be fun and needs no licence, tax or even insurance (but I may consider it). It's certainly a cheap way to get about.
Clarkson reviews Tesla Model X
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXvIzWhEWvA&feature=emb_rel_end
Amazing car, just a shame it looks like a Vauxhall Cavalier.
rmcin626
30-11-2020, 15:08
Just ordered a couple of new tyres, ouch
that will have stung you robin.. my tyres embarrassingly are still like new
rmcin626
30-11-2020, 15:30
that will have stung you robin.. my tyres embarrassingly are still like new
Yeah was a bit painful Grant, but needed 2 front tyres
dave2010
30-11-2020, 23:20
Dunno about electric cars, but I'm investigating converting one of my pushbikes to electric cheaply. Seems there are a multitude of ways of doing this and at the moment I'm weighing up the pros and cons of the options. Range and of course reliability are foremost, if I want to go faster, I've got the motorbike (which never gets used anyway). Could be the car will end up getting even less use (if that's possible).Is it worth trying to convert the pushbike? Wouldn't it be easier to just buy a new electric bike?
I hear that there may be different reasons for owning one - depending on usage and the rider. Some people want to extend the range - as they can't ride for 20 or more miles, some want to go faster, some want to go up hills - which are tiring. The added weight of the motor and battery can be a disadvantage, and that can affect different riders in different ways. Some would find they might be too slow and hard work on the flat, while others would happily trade that for being able to get up hills. Also, riding for exercise might be a different proposition than riding to get from A to B and back again.
Rumour has it that one can spend £2-3k on an electric bike - though it is possible to spend more than that on a decent racing bike without the electrics.
Are there actually kits for converting regular bikes, and would they really be worth looking at?
dave2010
30-11-2020, 23:25
Everyone I know who drives an electric or a hybrid does so for the cheaper mileage. Nothing to do with protecting the environment either.
If you brought a car out that ran on baby seal blood people would buy them if they thought it would save them a few quid.It's much cheaper to buy a petrol car than an electric one at the moment in most markets. Unless one is doing very high mileage, the capital cost of a new EV is not going to be offset by the significantly cheaper "fuel" cost. There are good and bad things about EVs as they are at present.
Pigmy Pony
01-12-2020, 07:25
I don't imagine it's easy to do high mileages in EVs as things stand, unless you just drive round the block for a living.
walpurgis
18-12-2020, 13:21
Spotted this locally and couldn't resist it, a vintage Gary Fisher 'Tassajara' 13 mountain bike. Collected it just now and it's in good nick, exactly the right size for a shorty like me and it's really light. These older slant style bikes ride really well. A bit of fun for summer (along with the other bikes I have :)).
https://i.ibb.co/PNWrF4q/IMG-0982.jpg (https://ibb.co/80xmN21)
Probably still the best those. Nice find
walpurgis
18-12-2020, 13:59
Probably still the best those. Nice find
Getting on for 25 years old I reckon. Got a couple of Raleighs about same age.
anthonyTD
18-12-2020, 14:39
With the current population in the uk at" or over the driving age, the notion that all who want to drive will own/use an electric car is a rediculous notion, when considering the enormous increase in electricity demand charging these things will have on our current electrical infrastructure.:doh:
Ali Tait
18-12-2020, 14:55
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/industry/analysis-how-uk-will-keep-evs-charging
a little out of date tho as that was before the change of time to all new cars by 2030
Pigmy Pony
18-12-2020, 19:13
My brother has just treated himself to a mountain bike, as all his others are road bikes. Cost £1500 secondhand. SECONDHAND! But not as daft as the bloke he bought it off, who paid 7 grand for it new :eek: And as he pointed out, I paid more for my speakers than I did for my (then) 3 year old Honda FireBlade.
The money us blokes will chuck at our hobbies will always be baffling to outsiders, even to those who think nowt of spending thousands every year on fags and booze :)
Had the car out for a run there.. Daughter's family popped round and scraped it and started it. left heaters on so it was snug for me. slippy under wheels for many.. a couple of beamers sliding about:ner: but the toyota is very sure footed and not a single spin:eek:
damned cold out tho
walpurgis
03-01-2021, 09:51
Am I the only one who's noticed the car in the confused.com commercial? It all goes well until the last scene when the girl drives off in the old Merc. It drives down the ramp to the road and starts bouncing and wallowing due to knackered shocks. Quite comical and inexcusable really.
not seen an ad for years.. gonna have to try and get into mine tho and at least run it. weather is now for more snow/ice for forseeable
Had the car out for a run there.. Daughter's family popped round and scraped it and started it. left heaters on so it was snug for me. slippy under wheels for many.. a couple of beamers sliding about:ner: but the toyota is very sure footed and not a single spin:eek:
damned cold out tho
Lol, nice one... Totally different here though, weather wise... Currently just under 5C, bone dry and hee-haw snow or ice! Yes, the slight flurry of snow we had yesterday was gone almost as soon as it came!:(
Marco.
been flickering here.. was supposed to be heavy snow. might try and get into car and run it for a while.
Filterlab
04-01-2021, 13:42
Light rain here, cold. Easterly wind which promises snow this way, although not until Thursday allegedly.
**Edit**
We now have a yellow snow warning - which, as everyone knows, means no urinating outside.
Pigmy Pony
04-01-2021, 18:29
Am I the only one who's noticed the car in the confused.com commercial? It all goes well until the last scene when the girl drives off in the old Merc. It drives down the ramp to the road and starts bouncing and wallowing due to knackered shocks. Quite comical and inexcusable really.
Saw that ad last night. Apparently the car is still bouncing as we speak. If it crashed, Confused.com's insurance companies would say the car wasn't road worthy, and reject the claim :(
Beobloke
04-01-2021, 19:46
So then, 2021 and cars. Firstly, I need to get the Range Rover’s coolant leak fixed. First fault after 8 months - hopefully no more!
Secondly, whilst tidying up the garage last week, I couldn’t help noticing that there’s a nice car-sized space free in it. Once my late mum’s estate is divided between my sister and me, plus I’ve done the sensible mortgage/pension/savings/investments stuff with most of it, I feel a four-wheeled toy is called for.
I think I have made my decision and the candidate is not subtle, quiet, slow or, god forbid, diesel-powered. Additionally, the only electric motors in it are the ones for the windows! ;)
It also has a lovely connection to my wonderful mum. Sadly with all this lockdown stuff going on, I don’t know when I’ll be able to get things moving.
Ooh you are a tease, Adam! Any more clues? :)
https://youtu.be/Nes75n2csU8
Marco.
Beobloke
05-01-2021, 12:50
https://youtu.be/Nes75n2csU8
Marco.
:lol: :lol: :lol:
If you remember, i said no electric motors but, actually, the colour isn't far off... :eyebrows:
Ooh you are a tease, Adam! Any more clues? :)
No, you'll just have to wait! As will I - heard from the dealer this morning and, obviously, he's required to shut up shop for the time being. :(
I don't want to wait, I want to know now!
Better not be something crap.
I don't want to wait, I want to know now!
Lol - you sound like Del when she WANTS something NOW:D
The other night, at around 10.30pm she took a notion for some chips ['WANT chips'], so I had to take the car out and find a decent chippy that was still open - and fortunately there was!
Marco.
:lol: :lol: :lol:
If you remember, i said no electric motors but, actually, the colour isn't far off... :eyebrows:
A man of your calibre deserves nothing less... Only thing is, where would Ursula go?:hmm:
Marco.
'Want chips!'
At least the instructions are clear and economically delivered. Not like most women who want you to guess what they want.
Lol - yes there is that, i suppose. When she WANTS something, she usually dispenses with any need to be cryptic!;)
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
05-01-2021, 14:15
Lol - you sound like Del when she WANTS something NOW:D
The other night, at around 10.30pm she took a notion for some chips ['WANT chips'], so I had to take the car out and find a decent chippy that was still open - and fortunately there was!
Marco.
Good that you've taught her to 'use her words', so much nicer than a whack round the head with her favourite stiletto :) I'm surprised that a kitchen as well appointed as yours doesn't have a deep fat fryer, home made chips are nicer.
Unless fryers are not hoity toity enough. You could always tell visitors it's a 'smart' RCM for your 7" singles collection.
where an air frier comes into its own. use right oil and chips are great.
walpurgis
05-01-2021, 14:32
I don't want to wait, I want to know now!
Better not be something crap.
An F-22?
Good that you've taught her to 'use her words', so much nicer than a whack round the head with her favourite stiletto :) I'm surprised that a kitchen as well appointed as yours doesn't have a deep fat fryer, home made chips are nicer.
Unless fryers are not hoity toity enough. You could always tell visitors it's a 'smart' RCM for your 7" singles collection.
Hahaha... Trust me, she possesses a more than 'adequate' vocabulary, enabling her to successfully communicate her desires, as erm, 'succinctly' as possible!:eek:
And yes, she has a few favourite high heels (mainly for work) more than able to dent my delicate big [largely empty] dome, lol. Wouldn't work today though, as she has dolly shoes on - or rather I should say 'had', as I notice she's kicked them off - and goodness knows where they've been dumped:rolleyes:
As for the chips, you're right but somewhat missing the point. When Del says that she WANTS chips, she means SERVED to her, not make them herself, and I wouldn't have a scooby how to use a deep-fat fryer.
Marco.
where an air frier comes into its own. use right oil and chips are great.
Yeah that's something we've been thinking of getting, judging by the results you achieve:)
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
05-01-2021, 15:01
Hahaha... Trust me, she has more than an 'adequate' vocabulary, enabling her to successfully communicate her desires, as erm, 'succinctly' as possible!:eek:
And yes has a few favourite high heels (mainly for work) more than able to dent my delicate big [largely empty] dome, lol. Wouldn't work today though, as she has dolly shoes on - or rather I should say 'had', as i notice she's kicked them off - and goodness knows where they've been dumped:rolleyes:
As for the chips, you're right but somewhat missing the point. When Del says that she WANTS chips, she means SERVED to her, not make them herself, and I wouldn't have a scooby how to use a deep-fat fryer.
Marco.
What part of the process confuses you? Is it the potato peeling? Or cutting them into chips? They don't have to be amphibious landing craft-shaped you know. Or is it pressing the 'on button'? Or even getting them out before they become fatty lumps of carbon? I'd say if you can fit and set up a phono cartridge you can probably master chips :)
And modern fryers are completely safe to use - no more drunken slumber while the kitchen burns down.
Born and raised in Glasgow, can't work a deep-fat fryer.
How is that even possible?
Lol - indeed, but I've never peeled a potato in my life (never had to), so would probably make a royal arse of it! :lol:
Marco.
Born and raised in Glasgow, can't work a deep-fat fryer.
How is that even possible?
Well, when yer mammy used tae dae it fur ye, and then ye goat maerrit, and yer wife done it, then ye never learned how - shimples!:D
I'd probably end up scraping my fingers to bits!! Also more to the point really, we've never eaten that much deep-fried food. Other than once a week, my dad would bring home some fish suppers from the shop, we never ate any deep-fried food.
Remember that we were/are Italian, not Scottish!;)
Marco.
An art to peeling a potato properly...;) hint you want a smallish, not too sharp knife
This one has just been sharpened so won't peel any til it's had some use. Too easy to cut myselfhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210105/8b8375999aec4a164b61a42e37fdfaed.jpg
i bring the knife towards me while rotating spud. if your careful you can do a whole one in one piece
Pigmy Pony
05-01-2021, 15:30
Born and raised in Glasgow, can't work a deep-fat fryer.
How is that even possible?
Dad did all the frying. Marco just spent all the profits on records :) So when you had to work in dad's chippy to earn enough pocket money to amass 1,000's of records, just what did you do if not peel potatoes? Apart from deep-fry your ball bag for a window display? :)
Lol - we had what was called a 'potato-peeling machine', daftee. Even during the 70s it was a regularly used electrical invention in chip shops. Did you think it was all done by hand?:lol:
And besides, we had a fryer who did most of the frying, with my dad helping out now and then at the busiest times, and the rest of us stocked up shelves and served customers! There were usually two members of staff [often rather cute girlies:eyebrows:], the fryer, and my dad and I (occasionally my mum, too) - yes it was a busy shop, with queues around the block most Friday nights and weekends!:)
In fact, folks would travel miles to us [football supporters coaches making detours after matches, etc], as the quality of the food was second to none and we'd built up a very good reputation.
Marco.
kirstysdad
05-01-2021, 15:55
Best "local" chips for me are at Leintwardine on the way to Ludlow or Hennigans in Dolgellau... I remember a great one in Kilmarnock.
Where was the family shop Marco? Great tradition of Italian-Glaswegians... not just food, but including art, music, law...
Beobloke
05-01-2021, 15:56
An art to peeling a potato properly...;) hint you want a smallish, not too sharp knife
No you don’t - you want a potato peeler! I wouldn’t swap mine for anything.
https://www.brabantia.com/int_en/food-peeler-profile-line/
got one of those, well an old one but they all the same; i prefer the knife.
Best "local" chips for me are at Leintwardine on the way to Ludlow or Hennigans in Dolgellau... I remember a great one in Kilmarnock.
Where was the family shop Marco? Great tradition of Italian-Glaswegians... not just food, but including art, music, law...
Yeah, defo, mate. Plus cafes, ice-cream parlours and restaurants. The old man had two chippies, as did my granddad. My dad's were in Thornliebank and Neilston and my granddad's were in Gallowhill (in Paisley) and Barrhead. Dad started his business in Thornliebank in the 50s, and retired in 1995.
Great shops, mate, you worked bloody hard and long hours, but the profits in those days, especially before Chinese and Indian takeaways/kebab shops became popular, were immense... Certainly kept me in the standards I've been accustomed to, lol!;)
Loved the big lad in the chippy in the Trongate who used to sing Pavarotti arias? Do you know the one? He had a great voice!:)
Marco.
Redid handle many moons ago. It's good for carrots, mostly what I use it forhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210105/23b10726644bba801a2c9922ba4bb95b.jpg
might add thats an old board. its used now to protect counter from coffee stains etc
Beobloke
05-01-2021, 18:56
I don't want to wait, I want to know now!
Better not be something crap.
I promise you it isn’t.
But I’m still not telling yet. They didn’t make many and I know what you buggers are like - one of you will grab it out from under my nose! :)
well, ultimate would be a jensen :lol: but a cossie or a celicia would be nice too.. actually vauxhall made a calibria that was might impressive too.. i'd have the jensen ff
walpurgis
05-01-2021, 19:26
Gordon Keeble? :)
Beobloke
05-01-2021, 20:46
well, ultimate would be a jensen :lol: but a cossie or a celicia would be nice too.. actually vauxhall made a calibria that was might impressive too.. i'd have the jensen ff
A man after my own heart - I’ve always loved Jensen Interceptors and, believe me, I did consider one but good ones are very expensive these days.
Beobloke
05-01-2021, 20:48
Gordon Keeble? :)
Who’s he? A friend of yours?
;)
He's the third cousin (twice removed) of Willie Rushton.
Marco.
walpurgis
05-01-2021, 21:03
Who’s he? A friend of yours?
;)
https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/25453/lot/322/
Beobloke
05-01-2021, 21:55
https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/25453/lot/322/
I know, I know - I was only messing! Lovely cars.
walpurgis
05-01-2021, 22:11
But most others here won't have a clue.
I'd better stop there before I start going on about Pegaso and Facel Vega :).
Central defenders for Deportivo de La Coruña, no?;)
Marco.
Firebottle
06-01-2021, 09:25
I can remember getting into a Jensen in my youth when I worked at an ICE dealer, the smell of leather was luxurious.
http://uploads.carandclassic.co.uk/uploads/cars/jensen/14147320.jpg
Beobloke
05-02-2021, 15:48
Ending the week with good news - Range Rover passed its MOT with NO advisories! Not bad for a 16 year old car that is..........well........a Range Rover.
Obviously I’m going to skip over the cost of the repair for the coolant leak that it also went in for. Suffice it to say, sitting down is uncomfortable today as I have a sharp pain in the wallet. :(
yup they cost a lot to upkeep. my bro had 2 or 3 land rover defenders over a period; all from new but servicing etc was pricy. still the old range's are very nice, classic motors. always wanted one when younger. i did have an old landy myself but it was a heap
Beobloke
05-02-2021, 15:56
yup they cost a lot to upkeep. my bro had 2 or 3 land rover defenders over a period; all from new but servicing etc was pricy. still the old range's are very nice, classic motors. always wanted one when younger. i did have an old landy myself but it was a heap
Most of the bill was actually labour as the leak was a split coolant pipe. However, it’s right down the back of the engine so the manifolds, supercharger and a whole lot else had to come out to get at it.
Labour was just under £400 and that’s at an independent Landy specialist. I dread to think how much a main dealer would have charged!
yup he used a guy all way in falkirk. not that far tbh but he was less than half price of rover dealer for labour. loved the big boot and 2 pice tailgate, even if it did rust
I came across this beauty while doing a bit of random web surfing. It's the 1972 prototype for A series Opel Manta, very good looking car. The actual A series was a great looking car but this was stunning. I suppose the cost was too high to mass produce it, what a shame.
https://i.postimg.cc/pL1FtG4V/manta-prototype.jpg
Yes very nice. A bit of an e type in style. Lotus too I think. (first pic) Mantas were good fun
Pigmy Pony
12-02-2021, 06:42
Yes very nice. A bit of an e type in style. Lotus too I think. (first pic) Mantas were good fun
Weren't they a Vauxhall cavalier underneath? Vauxhall later did a similar thing putting their Cavalier in a smart new outfit and calling it a Calibra. i thought the Calibra looked great, and lusted after one of their turbo models, which I once got a ride in :)
Ali Tait
12-02-2021, 07:30
Lots of good car stuff on YouTube. Been following Harry’s Garage, he’s currently having a Lancia Fulvia Zagato restored. Lovely thing, I do like a nice classic Lancia-
https://youtu.be/rLxF2D3RveQ
walpurgis
12-02-2021, 09:01
That narrow angle V4 engine was fairly unique. Nice! Hope he won't need body or trim parts, as bits for the Zagato versions are incredibly hard to come by.
Weren't they a Vauxhall cavalier underneath? Vauxhall later did a similar thing putting their Cavalier in a smart new outfit and calling it a Calibra. i thought the Calibra looked great, and lusted after one of their turbo models, which I once got a ride in :)
yeah, cavalier also had coupe. the firenza came out of the viva shell.. used to have the firenza and a cavalier. also passed my test on an old viva way back, as driving school used it
walpurgis
12-02-2021, 09:09
Weren't they a Vauxhall cavalier underneath? Vauxhall later did a similar thing putting their Cavalier in a smart new outfit and calling it a Calibra. i thought the Calibra looked great, and lusted after one of their turbo models, which I once got a ride in :)
As I recall, the later Mantas were built on a shortened Opel Ascona floorpan/chassis and the Cavalier was basically a rebadged Ascona. I had three GTEs, but didn't like the Calibra.
As I recall, the later Mantas were built on a shortened Opel Ascona floorpan/chassis and the Cavalier was basically a rebadged Ascona. I had three GTEs, but didn't like the Calibra.
cavs came frome the asconas yes.. there are 3 floorpans for cavs depending on age. newest were off the opel vectra
Just off to my local tyre guy to have a set of Michelin Pilot Sport 4S fitted to the Brabster:
https://youtu.be/41iQl1wzGD4
My fav performance tyres by a country mile: great grip in both the wet and dry, nicely 'responsive' in a sporty way, and for low-profile/performance designs, quiet and comfortable!:cool:
Not cheap though at around £200 each in 255/30/R19.
Marco.
Ali Tait
22-02-2021, 13:14
I went for the F1's a while back mate, mostly because they were about seventy quid cheaper for a set at the time. Think you'd struggle to get a fag paper's worth of difference between them on the road tbh. Very happy with the F1 though. Had the winters on the past few months, be nice to get the F1's back on this weekend though, the winters are ok, but the F1's grip is phenomenal.
Yeah Ali, I agree. Both are superb, but the PS 4S seems to really suit my car, and are notably quieter than the F1s [could be a Merc thing], which is important to me, and the only area where I could detect a meaningful difference:)
Marco.
Ali Tait
22-02-2021, 16:18
Have you had Supersports on your Merc?
Yup, (but only as rears), hence the comparison:)
They were great, and so you're right to rate them so highly, but defo noisier (at least on my car) than the PS 4S. And aside from the growl from the quad sports exhausts, I like a quiet ride [ahem]:D
Marco.
Yup, (but only as rears), hence the comparison:)
They were great, and so you're right to rate them so highly, but defo noisier (at least on my car) than the PS 4S. And aside from the growl from the quad sports exhausts, I like a quiet ride [ahem]:D
Marco.
but you don't mind the odd squeal;)
Ali Tait
22-02-2021, 16:35
Good to get some real world comparisons. Might try 4S next time, though it might be a long time, lucky if the Beemer does 20 miles a month on average now.
but you don't mind the odd squeal;)
Yes indeed, if it's been well earned:eyebrows:
Marco.
Good to get some real world comparisons. Might try 4S next time, though it might be a long time, lucky if the Beemer does 20 miles a month on average now.
Yeah, I know, but that'll soon change when things get more back to normal, and you'll be running around the country again!:)
Aside from the noise factor, there's hardly a baw hair between them, mate. 4S may also have the edge on wear, but it's minimal, and in term of grip and 'feel'/feedback from the road, the 4S gives away little to the Supersports, but if you really push things (on the right road), then the Supersports have it in terms of 'fun factor'.
However, as I rarely drive like that, preferring mostly just to cruise along effortlessly on main roads, although sometimes corner at speed, or accelerate hard in the wet, the 4S give me the confidence to do that safely and securely, as well as offering a comfy and quiet ride, for low-profile performance designs, so highly recommended:cool:
ATB,
Marco.
Ali Tait
23-02-2021, 07:59
Still business as usual for me mate, just that I’m not self employed like I was when I bought the car, so now it sits at home as I have a company car. I’m only home at weekends, so it just gets a run to keep it exercised, not good for them to sit unused.
Well, that's good news you're job's not been affected, and also your own car's no longer getting hammered!:)
When you're off or on holiday then, take it for a nice run, as it's the ideal car for touring and driving long distances. Have you ever taken a car abroad? I love it, touring France, Italy, Germany, etc.
Test it out on the Autobahn, in the areas where there are no speed limits - great fun, especially when you're doing 150mph in the 'fast lane', and a 911 is up your arse, tooting you to shift!!:eek::D
Marco.
Well, that's good news you're job's not been affected, and also your own car's no longer getting hammered!:)
When you're off or on holiday then, take it for a nice run, as it's the ideal car for touring and driving long distances. Have you ever taken a car abroad? I love it, touring France, Italy, Germany, etc.
Test it out on the Autobahn, in the areas where there are no speed limits - great fun, especially when you're doing 150mph in the 'fast lane', and a 911 is up your arse, tooting you to shift!!:eek::D
Marco.
so did you get the new tyres then marco?
I rebuilt some Girling 14LF callipers yesterday, with a full set of new seals, and stainless steel pistons.
This should stop the sticking piston issue I had due to corrosion.
It was fun trying to remove the stuck piston.
so did you get the new tyres then marco?
Yup, mate, all fitted (and dressed with tyre-wall black)... Took the opportunity yesterday also to wash and wax the car:
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Looking not bad for a car that's now 12 years old... Not one bit of rust anywhere [considering it sits outside in all weathers, 24/7], and paintwork in tip-top condition:cool:
Marco.
walpurgis
23-02-2021, 10:56
Looking smart Marco :). Mercs are the only German cars I like.
yip look ing very good.. tyres are so thin they look like solids.
https://www.supercars.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/autowp.ru_de_dietrich_sportabout_1.jpg
https://content.invisioncic.com/r277599/monthly_2018_01/IMG_2519.JPG.546279ccf8f45efb1e307e7350fb8323.JPG
Looking smart Marco :). Mercs are the only German cars I like.
Cheers, mate. I spent about 5 hours on it yesterday whilst Del was having Face Time (on social media) with her friends, so often use the opportunity to disappear;)
I like this era of Mercs, and those shortly after it, but I'm not really into their new stuff, which I find has gone too 'bulbous' and blingy, especially inside!:doh:
Marco.
yip look ing very good.. tyres are so thin they look like solids.
https://www.supercars.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/autowp.ru_de_dietrich_sportabout_1.jpg
https://content.invisioncic.com/r277599/monthly_2018_01/IMG_2519.JPG.546279ccf8f45efb1e307e7350fb8323.JPG
Lol - would be interesting seeing how it'd handle on those!
Thing is, the ride isn't hard, as you might expect, but really pretty smooth and comfy (especially on these Michelins), even with the sports suspension, but when you want to thrash it around, the grip is there, and for a saloon car, hugs corners like a limpet. It's rock-solid and doesn't drift.
Del grins/giggles like mad when I do that or go fast (but safely) on an appropriate road, as she loves it... Always up for a thrill;) I can just imagine what she'd be like in Kevin's Caterham!!:eek:
Anyway, cheers, the Brabster's looking good... Got to keep it clean, as the resident princess won't get into a dirty car, so the inside needs to stay as spotless. Yet (if I give in and allow it) she'll happily sit and eat chips, and if any fall on the floor, guess who has to pick them up...:doh:
I'm too soft - she really needs a damn good spanking!:D
Marco.
Yeah, rubber tyres get heavier as they travel faster, so doubt the car could spin then at any great speed. also the ride would be rough:eyebrows:
princess chips eh:D hope she is well.
I wouldn't allow anyone to eat in my car. Anyway it is Happy who washes and valets the car. :)
Yeah, rubber tyres get heavier as they travel faster, so doubt the car could spin then at any great speed. also the ride would be rough:eyebrows:
princess chips eh:D hope she is well.
Hahaha... I'm saying nothing:eyebrows:
Princess chips indeed... Thing is, if we're out somewhere and she WANTS CHIPS, if I don't give in, it's :wah::wah: ... And I won't hear the end of it!:doh:
Yeah she's fine... BORED, but fine. She's actually tidying her room!! :wowzer: <Shock/Horror> but counting down the days until she can get out and see her pals again:)
Marco.
I wouldn't allow anyone to eat in my car. Anyway it is Happy who washes and valets the car. :)
Well done, you've trained her well!;) No, I could imagine her enjoying doing it, and also doing a good job:)
I'm too fussy, so wouldn't allow anyone else to do it - and I could just imagine Del valeting my car!:eek::lol:
As for eating in the car, I'm with you all the way mate, but you don't have a stroppy wee princess to deal with...:rolleyes::D
Marco.
Hahaha... I'm saying nothing:eyebrows:
Princess chips indeed... Thing is, if we're out somewhere and she WANTS CHIPS, if I don't give in, it's :wah::wah: ... And I won't hear the end of it!:doh:
Yeah she's fine... BORED, but fine. She's actually tidying her room!! :wowzer: <Shock/Horror> but counting down the days until she can get out and see her pals again:)
Marco.
https://youtu.be/rILyBg7ZjeI
inside a tyre
I can just imagine what she'd be like in Kevin's Caterham!!:eek:
Marco.
You tend to see white knuckles on the first corner, then people tend to do one of two things.
Scream, or go very quiet. Until you have experienced it, it is difficult to comprehend.
Having a noisy induction/exhaust and being sat with your arse almost touching the ground makes it seem even faster....
You tend to see white knuckles on the first corner, then people tend to do one of two things.
Scream, or go very quiet. Until you have experienced it, it is difficult to comprehend.
Having a noisy induction/exhaust and being sat with your arse almost touching the ground makes it seem even faster....
fortunately i cant get into fast cars... way too low
https://youtu.be/rILyBg7ZjeI
inside a tyre
Interesting vid, mate, so thanks for sharing... Yanks are always off their nuts!:D
One of my fav eras of modern Mercs too [early 2000s], with the 'teardrop'-shaped lights. So much nicer than the pish they're making now... And don't get me started on the modern monstrosities, posing as Bentleys or Rolls Royces!:eek::nono::spew:
Marco.
You tend to see white knuckles on the first corner, then people tend to do one of two things.
Scream, or go very quiet. Until you have experienced it, it is difficult to comprehend.
Having a noisy induction/exhaust and being sat with your arse almost touching the ground makes it seem even faster....
Yeah, defo. That's why, even though my car isn't anywhere near as low, although pretty low for a saloon car, I like it that way... Much better road handling too, with the combo of a stiff suspension and wide, low-profile tyres.
As for the rest, she'd be screaming like mad and very excited indeed!! As long as she'd be able to get in and out, with a short dress or skirt on, whilst protecting her modesty...:eek::D
Marco.
Yeah, defo. That's why, even though my car isn't anywhere near as low, although pretty low for a saloon car, I like it that way... Much better road handling too, with the combo of a stiff suspension and wide, low-profile tyres.
As for the rest, she'd be screaming like mad and very excited indeed!! As long as she'd be able to get in and out, with a short dress or skirt on, whilst protecting her modesty...:eek::D
Marco.
would be queue waiting to help her in and out:eyebrows:
fortunately i cant get into fast cars... way too low
If you wore a thick enough nappy [triple-layered with a booster pad] it might prop you up enough!:D:lol:
Marco.
If you wore a thick enough nappy [triple-layered with a booster pad] it might prop you up enough!:D:lol:
Marco.
caterham wise i would need to be on bonnet at least. your car i wouldnt get into either. hip wont bend that far. my ass has to be above my knee
Lol - no worries. You can still have plenty of fun in your car:)
Marco.
would be queue waiting to help her in and out:eyebrows:
Lol... Aye, you'd be at the front with your camera phone fixed onto a selfie stick!:bum:;)
Marco.
Lol... Aye, you'd be at the front with your camera phone fixed onto a selfie stick!:bum:;)
Marco.
not me:D
Ali Tait
23-02-2021, 15:25
Well, that's good news you're job's not been affected, and also your own car's no longer getting hammered!:)
When you're off or on holiday then, take it for a nice run, as it's the ideal car for touring and driving long distances. Have you ever taken a car abroad? I love it, touring France, Italy, Germany, etc.
Test it out on the Autobahn, in the areas where there are no speed limits - great fun, especially when you're doing 150mph in the 'fast lane', and a 911 is up your arse, tooting you to shift!!:eek::D
Marco.
Only for work, went to Belgium in a hire car, got the ferry from Hull. Never been on the autobahn, wouldn’t mind giving it a go though.
Had a nice V8 Jeep years ago on holiday in Florida, that made a nice noise. :-)
Pigmy Pony
23-02-2021, 16:56
Only for work, went to Belgium in a hire car, got the ferry from Hull. Never been on the autobahn, wouldn’t mind giving it a go though.
Had a nice V8 Jeep years ago on holiday in Florida, that made a nice noise. :-)
After a few miles at high speed on the Autobahn, the sensation of speed would be quickly fading, and then it's just a case of seeing how big a number you can get on the speedo (for bragging rights). Followed by some concern about how quickly the fuel gauge is moving.
For serious fun, the Nurburgring would be the place to go. That has to be a 'must' for any visiting petrol head :) Marco, you should give it a shot next time you're driving over there, it wouldn't be much out of your way. And then report back with a review of the new tyres, and whether they helped you beat Sabine Schmidt's Transit van lap time :eek:
I'd have a go, but I don't have the nerve for it any more :(
After a few miles at high speed on the Autobahn, the sensation of speed would be quickly fading, and then it's just a case of seeing how big a number you can get on the speedo (for bragging rights). Followed by some concern about how quickly the fuel gauge is moving.
Lol... The latter is of no real concern, especially with a big diesel. If I were driving a C63AMG, then different ball game:eek:
I gave up at just shy of 160mph, as I had 3 passengers in the car [yes, I know, but apart from Del, they were diehard 'petrolheads', one a seasoned biker], and so didn't want to tempt fate with a blowout or something, but there was still a little more to come. The wind resistance at that speed is considerable.
For serious fun, the Nurburgring would be the place to go. That has to be a 'must' for any visiting petrol head :) Marco, you should give it a shot next time you're driving over there, it wouldn't be much out of your way. And then report back with a review of the new tyres, and whether they helped you beat Sabine Schmidt's Transit van lap time :eek:
Hahaha. no chance - she's a pure animal, and my favourite racing driver!:D
I'd give it a good go, though... But yes, I fully intend to try the Brabster on a track before I sell it on, and Nürburgring would certainly be fun. Del's relatives live in and around Cologne, so wonder how far away it is from there?
[Just checked and it's only 101.5km]....:)
Marco.
The fastest I've ever driven was 105mph. It was very late at night on a motorway which I had to myself.
I only did it to see what it was like: didn't do it for too long as I felt both the car and myself would be more comfortable at a lower speed. That said I often drive at 90 - 95 on a motorway if conditions permit, though I find 85mph is the natural speed for me, again conditions permitting.
The fastest I've ever driven was 105mph. It was very late at night on a motorway which I had to myself.
Lol - was that in your rusty old Rover? If so, it's a wonder it didn't blow up!:D;) Have you tried your new Audi out yet? That'll do a ton, easily:)
It depends on the car you're driving, In the Brabster, I can reach a ton without even trying, and pretty quickly/effortlessly, but most importantly safely - as it has the brakes, tyres, suspension and everything else, to handle high speeds with ease. If it were legal, and the road conditions were right, the car could cruise at a ton all day long, and you wouldn't even know.
That would be the same really with any decent 3-litre+ engine car. That's why I like driving cars with big engines, as everything feels so effortless, but which are sadly being phased out.
I only did it to see what it was like: didn't do it for too long as I felt both the car and myself would be more comfortable at a lower speed. That said I often drive at 90 - 95 on a motorway if conditions permit, though I find 85mph is the natural speed for me, again conditions permitting.
Lol, just watch.. You *might* get away with 85mph, if any traffic police monitoring you are in a lenient mood, but you'll defo get pulled doing 90 or 95!;)
Marco.
I noticed a very decent depth of shine on the latest Brabster pics Marco, which car wax are you using?
Cheers, Jim. That was just good old-fashioned Turtle Wax [and LOTS of elbow grease!] after a pre-wash with a specialised shampoo... You likey?:)
Marco.
Lol - was that in your rusty old Rover? If so, it's a wonder it didn't blow up!:D;) Have you tried your new Audi out yet? That'll do a ton, easily:)
Marco.
I think the engine was doing 5,000 rpm, well below the maximum 'red' section on the dial.
On most motorways unless you drive at 80 -85mph, you won't get far as everyone else is driving at that speed. Might not be legal, but it's a fact.
Cheers, Jim. That was just good old-fashioned Turtle Wax [and LOTS of elbow grease!] after a pre-wash with a specialised shampoo... You likey?:)
Marco.
Looks great, I have been looking at a lot of different waxes recently as you can imagine there is no shortage of car wax reviews on the net:rolleyes:
Your finish on the Brabster looks great so i may well just try some turtle wax myself as at least its no mega expensive and widely available unlike some of the exotic stuff I have seen reviewed.:)
Ali Tait
24-02-2021, 06:09
Ceramic coating is worth paying for imo.
walpurgis
24-02-2021, 07:51
On most motorways unless you drive at 80 -85mph, you won't get far as everyone else is driving at that speed. Might not be legal, but it's a fact.
As Jeremy Clarkson said "it doesn't matter how fast you go, everybody averages fifty miles an hour" and he was right. Going faster just means you get to the next hold-up more quickly and gain little.
As Jeremy Clarkson said "it doesn't matter how fast you go, everybody averages fifty miles an hour" and he was right. Going faster just means you get to the next hold-up more quickly and gain little.
i average 29mph:D
walpurgis
24-02-2021, 08:15
i average 29mph:D
In your buggy? :eek:
In your buggy? :eek:
no just general driving around and about. even tho most is at 50/60 the ave is always in 20's
walpurgis
24-02-2021, 08:40
I barely go far enough to achieve an average. My car has been doing about four miles a week for the last year.
rmcin626
24-02-2021, 08:48
Ceramic coating is worth paying for imo.
I agree, my Q5 is going in next week for its 6 monthly spruce up.
Looks great, I have been looking at a lot of different waxes recently as you can imagine there is no shortage of car wax reviews on the net:rolleyes:
Your finish on the Brabster looks great so i may well just try some turtle wax myself as at least its no mega expensive and widely available unlike some of the exotic stuff I have seen reviewed.:)
Cool stuff... Do remember though that the car has been professionally detailed (done around 18 months ago), so waxing is just to help retain the lustre:)
Marco.
I think the engine was doing 5,000 rpm, well below the maximum 'red' section on the dial.
On most motorways unless you drive at 80 -85mph, you won't get far as everyone else is driving at that speed. Might not be legal, but it's a fact.
Yup, I agree, which is why is why the speed limit is 70 (not 80), as they know most folk will do 80/85. If not, they would do 90/95, which with the clueless balloons on the roads these days, often driving cars that haven't been properly maintained, would be a recipe for disaster!;)
Marco.
As Jeremy Clarkson said "it doesn't matter how fast you go, everybody averages fifty miles an hour" and he was right. Going faster just means you get to the next hold-up more quickly and gain little.
Lol - JC and you are 'townies', and have been living/working for too long in or around big cities, hence why your views on that matter are jaundiced!;)
I agree with that premise on the majority of today's overcrowded roads, but not when you have access to the wide-open and often empty roads (especially now) found in North and West Wales, and also in many parts of Scotland, outwith of the environs of Glasgow and Edinburgh. Probably also in certain parts of Devon and Cornwall, or Suffolk/East Anglia.
Honestly, in certain places up here, I could drive for MILES on end, at 70MPH or above, and encounter no hold ups - or depending on the time of day, often any other bugger on the road... That's why I love driving nice cars, which reward you and make driving a pleasure, and also living somewhere where such joys are still possible in today's otherwise rat-race world!:)
Marco.
Ali, this is one for you to watch, and really nails what's special about the 4S (some of which i've already mentioned, re: stiffness/grip around corners, yet quiet and comfy):
https://youtu.be/uXmFI95_u5I
Marco.
always find people driving on the wrong side of road unnerving;)
walpurgis
24-02-2021, 15:17
always find people driving on the wrong side of road unnerving;)
You'd love it here then. Useless buggers the lot of 'em! :doh:
Pigmy Pony
25-02-2021, 18:39
always find people driving on the wrong side of road unnerving;)
You should try driving in Europe - bloody roads are full of them :( My mate stuffed his Harley into the front of a people carrier when we were riding in Luxembourg. We couldn't understand what the bloke was saying, but he seemed to be implying it was our fault, the cheeky bastard.
You'd love it here then. Useless buggers the lot of 'em! :doh:
Try driving in India. They use whichever side of the road they fancy - whereas elephants just wander down the middle.
Mind you in Burma (Myanmar), most of the cars are right hand drive (as here), yet they drive on the right-hand side of the road. :doh:
walpurgis
25-02-2021, 18:56
Mind you in Burma (Myanmar), most of the cars are right hand drive (as here), yet they drive on the right-hand side of the road. :doh:
Must make life interesting for front passengers. :eek:
Must make life interesting for front passengers. :eek:
But the passengers on the roof will call out if you get too close to something so in practice it works.
Pieoftheday
25-02-2021, 19:41
Can anyone recommend somewhere I could order stainless or titanium nuts and bolts for my Kawasaki ninja 650,brake disc bolts mainly, also a top knacker chain and sprocket set. I've been riding for 35 years and these bits and Bob's have deteriorated the quickest I've ever known, ta Jim
Pigmy Pony
25-02-2021, 23:02
Ebay would be you're friend here James, should be few sellers with what you want. No doubt you'll know what size you need. It's Jap so it will be metric (M6, M8 etc).
Or you could try a local place that specialises in fasteners. We have Allthread, and William Moores in Preston. Amazed me just how wide ranging their stock was, and not big money either. Most towns will have something similar I would have thought.
Ali Tait
26-02-2021, 07:23
Ali, this is one for you to watch, and really nails what's special about the 4S (some of which i've already mentioned, re: stiffness/grip around corners, yet quiet and comfy):
https://youtu.be/uXmFI95_u5I
Marco.
Cheers, yeah saw that one when I was doing my research mate.
Cool stuff... Anyway, one to consider next time:)
Marco.
Ali Tait
26-02-2021, 10:28
Yeah. The F1’s are still scoring higher on the user reviews on Tyrereview though lol.
Anyway, by the time I’m due new tyres at this rate, something completely new will be out no doubt.
Beobloke
26-02-2021, 10:32
I’m making a note of this tyre stuff as there will hopefully be an addition to the Beobloke garage once car sales places can open again. I was supposed to go and see it just after Christmas but then lockdown ruined the plans.
As it’s light, powerful, rear wheel drive and has absolutely no driver aids of any sort, I’m guessing cheap re-moulds would probably be a bad move... ;)
Pieoftheday
26-02-2021, 10:35
Ebay would be you're friend here James, should be few sellers with what you want. No doubt you'll know what size you need. It's Jap so it will be metric (M6, M8 etc).
Or you could try a local place that specialises in fasteners. We have Allthread, and William Moores in Preston. Amazed me just how wide ranging their stock was, and not big money either. Most towns will have something similar I would have thought.
Hi Steve, the Ebay sellers I've tried say my 2019 model isn't catered for🤔 I may contact the ones you mention near you, cheers Jim
Ali Tait
26-02-2021, 11:14
I’m making a note of this tyre stuff as there will hopefully be an addition to the Beobloke garage once car sales places can open again. I was supposed to go and see it just after Christmas but then lockdown ruined the plans.
As it’s light, powerful, rear wheel drive and has absolutely no driver aids of any sort, I’m guessing cheap re-moulds would probably be a bad move... ;)
TVR?
Beobloke
26-02-2021, 11:16
TVR?
That would be telling.... ;)
Yeah. The F1’s are still scoring higher on the user reviews on Tyrereview though lol.
Lol - I don't really pay much attention to that stuff, as most don't have a scooby what they're talking about and just spout what they think sounds good or might impress someone. That's why I look at the YT vids, carried out by REAL enthusiasts (or experts), and where I can listen properly to what they have to say!:)
Yes, something else may be out by the time you need new tyres, but for me, I don't think I'll be switching from the PS 4S, or the equivalent from Michelin, as they really suit my car, and are by far and away the best tyres I've ever fitted to the Brabster.
Potentially wasting the best part of a grand on four of something else , which on paper/via word of mouth may be better, but could easily end up worse, is unlikely a risk I'll take. The old adage of why attempt to fix what ain't broken comes to mind...
I can't wait until lockdown's over and I can take the car out for a proper run and test the new tyres properly, and when I do, I'll report back:cool:
Marco.
Truckletheuncivil
26-02-2021, 11:21
Hi Steve, the Ebay sellers I've tried say my 2019 model isn't catered for[emoji848] I may contact the ones you mention near you, cheers Jim
You could try Kayfast on Flanshaw Way trading estate. Their website is kayfast,co.uk
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I’m making a note of this tyre stuff as there will hopefully be an addition to the Beobloke garage once car sales places can open again. I was supposed to go and see it just after Christmas but then lockdown ruined the plans.
As it’s light, powerful, rear wheel drive and has absolutely no driver aids of any sort, I’m guessing cheap re-moulds would probably be a bad move... ;)
Lol - do Michelin do a fitment for mobility scooters then?:D
I wouldn't fit cheap remoulds to ANY car I drove. I've always used the best tyres possible, as for me it's a totally false economy (and potentially fatal error) to skimp on tyres.
Marco [has a natural eversion to tight-waddery of ANY description].
walpurgis
26-02-2021, 11:28
I'm pretty demanding when it comes to tyres. They have to cost less than forty quid each and last five years a set! :)
Lol - what are you like!:lol:
We're *so* different when it comes to these things.
Marco.
Pieoftheday
26-02-2021, 11:44
You could try Kayfast on Flanshaw Way trading estate. Their website is kayfast,co.uk
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Thank you Kevin;)
walpurgis
26-02-2021, 11:44
:D My car is just transport to me. Has to get me from A to B cheaply without hassle and it does.
Lol - whereas mine is one of my FAV toys, which I derive **HUGE** pleasure from!!:cool:
Marco.
Beobloke
26-02-2021, 13:22
Lol - do Michelin do a fitment for mobility scooters then?:D
I wouldn't fit cheap remoulds to ANY car I drove. I've always used the best tyres possible, as for me it's a totally false economy (and potentially fatal error) to skimp on tyres.
Marco [has a natural eversion to tight-waddery of ANY description].
Cheeky sod! :D
But I’m with you on tyres - I’ve always been a Michelin user right back from my first car when I discovered how much a set of good old XZX’s improved my little Nova.
As to your suppose ‘aversion to tight waddery’ - if that’s true then why doesn’t your Merc have an ‘AMG C63’ badge on it?! ;)
Lol - well, firstly it'd have to be an older one, as I HATE the new shape, but more importantly (hence why I like driving 'oil burners', lol), I value performance AND fuel economy.
With motorway driving, I can get 38 miles to the gallon, out the Brabster, [you'd have hee-haw chance of that with a C63], and which is rather crucial when you're driving to Italy and back, and doing the best part of 3000 miles!;)
So... For as long as it remains possible, I'll be driving performance diesels:exactly:
Marco.
Audio Al
26-02-2021, 19:17
Lol - well, firstly it'd have to be an older one, as I HATE the new shape, but more importantly (hence why I like driving 'oil burners', lol), I value performance AND fuel economy.
With motorway driving, I can get 38 miles to the gallon, out the Brabster, [you'd have hee-haw chance of that with a C63], and which is rather crucial when you're driving to Italy and back, and doing the best part of 3000 miles!;)
So... For as long as it remains possible, I'll be driving performance diesels:exactly:
Marco.
Is your oil burner fitted with the alleged emissions defeating device ? You could get £1000's in compensation if it is
Lol mate, nah... None of that bollocks on the Brabster!:)
Marco.
Ali Tait
27-02-2021, 12:39
Lol - I don't really pay much attention to that stuff, as most don't have a scooby what they're talking about and just spout what they think sounds good or might impress someone. That's why I look at the YT vids, carried out by REAL enthusiasts (or experts), and where I can listen properly to what they have to say!:)
Yes, something else may be out by the time you need new tyres, but for me, I don't think I'll be switching from the PS 4S, or the equivalent from Michelin, as they really suit my car, and are by far and away the best tyres I've ever fitted to the Brabster.
Potentially wasting the best part of a grand on four of something else , which on paper/via word of mouth may be better, but could easily end up worse, is unlikely a risk I'll take. The old adage of why attempt to fix what ain't broken comes to mind...
I can't wait until lockdown's over and I can take the car out for a proper run and test the new tyres properly, and when I do, I'll report back:cool:
Marco.
Well, tbh i doubt its a much different world to the hifi one- free set of tyres for a good review..
Did all these "experts" pay full retail before reviewing? Call me cynical if you like lol.
Yeah, sure, anything's possible, but at least with YT videos you can judge the man behind the words, and what he's about/his credentials, far more than a faceless entity posting on a review site. Just my opinion.
YMMV:)
Marco.
walpurgis
03-03-2021, 10:59
Car MOT is due in a few days and checking the mileage I see I've done less than 700 miles in the last year. Not worth having it serviced. I didn't bother last year either, as it had a main dealer full service about 1500 miles previously. I just got the MOT guy to give it a once over and change oil & filter (which won't need changing this time around). I'll check the alternator belt, but that was fine last time I looked. Not worried about keeping up the service history, as the car is not exactly worth a fortune now being seven years old.
Car MOT is due in a few days and checking the mileage I see I've done less than 700 miles in the last year. Not worth having it serviced. I didn't bother last year either, as it had a main dealer full service about 1500 miles previously. I just got the MOT guy to give it a once over and change oil & filter (which won't need changing this time around). I'll check the alternator belt, but that was fine last time I looked. Not worried about keeping up the service history, as the car is not exactly worth a fortune now being seven years old.
dont think i managed 700 this last year. maybe 4/500 tops. not sure tho. car is still very low mileage so if im not able to go look at cars i might take this one for another year. it is a nice motor.
dave2010
03-03-2021, 12:57
Yeah, sure, anything's possible, but at least with YT videos you can judge the man behind the words, and what he's about/his credentials, far more than a faceless entity posting on a review site. Just my opinion.
YMMV :)
Marco.Yeah - sure - like you can tell that all the politicians you see on TV are telling the truth, or what they really believe! :)
Of course in the case of our lord and master he looks so incompetent some of the time that you are more inclined to trust and believe him. :doh:
Re cars - despite everything probably still managed maybe 4-5k in the last 12 months in several vehicles.
Re tyres - let the tyres go so flat on one that I didn't think it would make it to even the nearest garage to pump one of them up without trashing it on the 2-3 mile drive, so I bought one of these.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0030FBSQ2/ bit cheap and cheerful, and may go wrong, but the tyres are now much more solid and should be possible to drive out to do more adjustments/top ups if needed.
Are you still holding out as an anti-vaxxer, or have you succumbed?
I'm not an anti-vaxxer - and we have now had the first doses. The only agreement I have with anti-vaxxers is regarding compusion to do things if the people concerned have serious and justified concerns - such as they might have allergic reacations.
Yeah - sure - like you can tell that all the politicians you see on TV are telling the truth, or what they really believe! :)
Of course in the case of our lord and master he looks so incompetent some of the time that you are more inclined to trust and believe him. :doh:
Re cars - despite everything probably still managed maybe 4-5k in the last 12 months in several vehicles.
Re tyres - let the tyres go so flat on one that I didn't think it would make it to even the nearest garage to pump one of them up without trashing it on the 2-3 mile drive, so I bought one of these.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0030FBSQ2/ bit cheap and cheerful, and may go wrong, but the tyres are now much more solid and should be possible to drive out to do more adjustments/top ups if needed.
Are you still holding out as an anti-vaxxer, or have you succumbed?
I'm not an anti-vaxxer - and we have now had the first doses. The only agreement I have with anti-vaxxers is regarding compusion to do things if the people concerned have serious and justified concerns - such as they might have allergic reacations.
think he has said before several times he isnt an anti vaxxer:)
dave2010
03-03-2021, 16:02
think he has said before several times he isnt an anti vaxxer:)I didn't think he was, but last time I looked he still had this banner on his posts
Protect your HUMAN RIGHTS and REFUSE ANY *MANDATORY* VACCINE FOR COVID-19!
Sorry if the message went astray, and I worded my concerns badly.
I think the significant thing is that we each need to think about what we do, but that doesn't mean we should refuse to be vaccinated without good reasons.
I do realise that there is then an issue about who decides what are "good" reasons.
I didn't think he was, but last time I looked he still had this banner on his posts
Sorry if the message went astray.
I think the significant thing is that we each need to think about what we do, but that doesn't mean we should refuse to be vaccinated without good reasons.
I do realise that there is then an issue about who decides what are "good" reasons.
yes, but the key word was 'mandatory' i think. no-one wants to be forced to get something(held down and jagged etc), unless of course they are proven to be killing people by not getting it, like mary mallon, aka typhoid mary. his dad has had his so its not he is anti:)
dave2010
03-03-2021, 16:15
Indeed, and I was slightly apprehensive about having the jab myself, as I suspect I'd had bad reactions to previous flu vaccinations. This one was trivial - so trivial that I even wonder if it worked!
Indeed, and I was slightly apprehensive about having the jab myself, as I suspect I'd had bad reactions to previous flu vaccinations. This one was trivial - so trivial that I even wonder if it worked!
sure i get that. i am too to an extent. i think i will be fine as older folk have less reactions apparently. son and daughter had nothing from first. daughter felt shitty after her second, but just for one day, and was jabbed again after 3 weeks. she was one of first to get it
Ali Tait
03-03-2021, 16:48
Indeed, and I was slightly apprehensive about having the jab myself, as I suspect I'd had bad reactions to previous flu vaccinations. This one was trivial - so trivial that I even wonder if it worked!
Had mine yesterday, feel like crap and I can hardly move my arm.
Had mine yesterday, feel like crap and I can hardly move my arm.
sorry to here that Ali. hope your better tomorrow. which one did you get?
Ali Tait
03-03-2021, 17:10
Cheers Grant, sure I’ll be fine in a day or two. At least you know it’s working lol.
I got the Oxford one. She reckoned it would be about May for the second one.
Yeah, sorry to hear that, mate. I'm sure you'll be fine soon. They're early up there doing your age group, eh!
Marco.
Hi Dave,
Hope you're well:)
Indeed, and I was slightly apprehensive about having the jab myself, as I suspect I'd had bad reactions to previous flu vaccinations. This one was trivial - so trivial that I even wonder if it worked!
Yeah, Grant's spot on and knows my feelings on the matter well enough (as outlined).
This is the crux of the matter:
The only agreement I have with anti-vaxxers is regarding compusion to do things if the people concerned have serious and justified concerns - such as they might have allergic reacations.
Exactly...
I'm so unused to being vaccinated for anything (don't even have the flu jab, and probably only had about 2 jabs in my life for anything), so I've got no history to point in the direction of any likely allergic reaction to the Covid one, so simply won't take the chance.
My wife's already had Covid (tested positive and was hospitalised with it, now mostly recovered), and I didn't catch it, or at least not to my knowledge, despite having been with her 24/7 throughout. Therefore, I'm either asymptomatic or immune (certainly seemingly so from any serious adverse effects), so on that basis am happy to take my chances and let my immune system deal with it, if/when I should catch the virus - if indeed I haven't already done so!
Your air pump for the car looks good, but I use nitrogen inflation for my tyres, so when necessary, gets topped up for FREE at my local ATS:cool:
Marco.
Ali Tait
04-03-2021, 01:14
Yeah, sorry to hear that, mate. I'm sure you'll be fine soon. They're early up there doing your age group, eh!
Marco.
Yeah seem to be getting through everyone pretty quickly mate.
dave2010
04-03-2021, 11:52
Hi Dave,
Hope you're well:)Yes - thanks.
Yeah, Grant's spot on and knows my feelings on the matter well enough (as outlined).
....
I'm so unused to being vaccinated for anything (don't even have the flu jab, and probably only had about 2 jabs in my life for anything), so I've got no history to point in the direction of any likely allergic reaction to the Covid one, so simply won't take the chance.
My wife's already had Covid (tested positive and was hospitalised with it, now mostly recovered), and I didn't catch it, or at least not to my knowledge, despite having been with her 24/7 throughout. Therefore, I'm either asymptomatic or immune (certainly seemingly so from any serious adverse effects), so on that basis am happy to take my chances and let my immune system deal with it, if/when I should catch the virus - if indeed I haven't already done so!
We wondered if in fact we'd already had Covid as we had some moderate illness around last March. Mrs was really ill for one day - it's possible we did experience the virus, but managed to build up some immunity. On the other hand if we hadn't, then catching the nasty thing could have been really bad news.
Sorry to hear about Del being hospitalised - that sounds quite serious. You don't really want to go there if you can avoid it. Glad things are now improving though.
I know a few people who've had the disease - even very recently - and all the ones around our age or maybe ten years younger say it's really not fun, even though they are now recovering. FWIW - and it's your decision - I'd suggest you do go for the jab, but make sure the medics watch for an adverse reaction. If you are likely to, it'll probably be in the first 10-15 minutes or less. Have you ever had a bee sting, or found that eating any hot food (e.g. some spicy stuff) gives you a rash or breathing difficulties? That's the kind of thing to make sure you're covered for - so you'd need to be sure of the competence of the medics. Chances are they'd be OK. The medics do ask questions about previous reactions - and of course whether you are pregnant! :)
I think most people who walk away afterwards aren't going to have a problem, though some may feel ill after a day or so. As I said already, for us this one was totally trivial - much better than the flu ones I've had.
Beobloke
04-03-2021, 12:10
I’m making a note of this tyre stuff as there will hopefully be an addition to the Beobloke garage once car sales places can open again. I was supposed to go and see it just after Christmas but then lockdown ruined the plans.
Bugger. Just discovered that the garage selling my mystery car has a new arrival.
Mystery car number 2 is pretty much identical to the car that I promised myself over 25 years ago when I first encountered one, whereas the mystery car number 1 I mentioned previously is a slightly different, more expensive and rarer model that I never even considered originally due to these factors.
So do I want the cheaper one I’ve always lusted after, or the dearer, rarer, louder and probably much scarier one that I’ve been eyeing up since last autumn?
Obviously, I shall use this conundrum as an excuse to try out both but, still, confusion reigns!
dave2010
09-03-2021, 23:12
Your air pump for the car looks good, but I use nitrogen inflation for my tyres, so when necessary, gets topped up for FREE at my local ATS:cool:
Slight snag with the pump for the tyres. It runs off the ciggie lighter socket, and if the engine isn't running the battery might go flat. That's what happened to me, so I've had to charge the battery up again today.
I thought there might be some mains ones, but most seem to be like this one. Hopefully not really a big deal, but merely a slight irritation and a temporary hiccup. At least the tyres are fairly solid now.
The screw on fitting is quite good, though there is a problem getting it off fast enough so as not to lose too much air out of the tyres. This means that the tyres have to be pumped up more to allow for this to happen.
Given the current somewhat constrained circumstances though, this seems to have been a good thing.
Guess you could just run engine
Yeah, when I used one I always ran the engine, but if the battery's in good condition and properly charged it should be a problem:)
Marco.
walpurgis
10-03-2021, 09:41
I blew my tyres up a couple of days ago for the MOT which the car will be going in for in about ten minutes. The only thing that needs looking at is a blocked n/s screenwasher, I tried poking the jets clear, but it's not working, probably a bit of crap in the pipe.
looks like another battery needed.. it gets used every 4 days or so for a decent run but thats it gone flat as its been 6 days.. wont be getting another.;) rac to arrive sometime
Pigmy Pony
15-03-2021, 17:56
looks like another battery needed.. it gets used every 4 days or so for a decent run but thats it gone flat as its been 6 days.. wont be getting another.;) rac to arrive sometime
That is a bad car... doesn't matter how infrequently you use it, not unreasonable to expect it to work when you do. Anyway, it looks like hybrids are a bit of a dead end - no more made after 2030, along with petrols and diesels. Might as well go for a petrol or diesel, or even full electric if you're able to charge at home.
That is a bad car... doesn't matter how infrequently you use it, not unreasonable to expect it to work when you do. Anyway, it looks like hybrids are a bit of a dead end - no more made after 2030, along with petrols and diesels. Might as well go for a petrol or diesel, or even full electric if you're able to charge at home.
just fixed. yes new battery again.. no reason for it. toyota just give out same crap they have for 7 years apparently.
if i cant get out to try new ones, then this will go back and i will just have to be carless. not taking another year; or thats currently how i feel
Ali Tait
16-03-2021, 06:54
Yes definitely an issue there Grant. My beemer for the last year has been left sitting for up to three weeks at a time (at least up to now- I was furloughed yesterday), though I have been taking it for a good run when I have been home, and it’s been fine.
Pigmy Pony
16-03-2021, 07:06
just fixed. yes new battery again.. no reason for it. toyota just give out same crap they have for 7 years apparently.
if i cant get out to try new ones, then this will go back and i will just have to be carless. not taking another year; or thats currently how i feel
getting out to try new cars is a no-no for most folk at the moment - if you have a shortlist of contenders, get dealers to bring them to you, make em earn their money :) Them C-HRs aren't cheap, dealer should be looking after you better.
Could be worse - at least you haven't thrown all your hard-earned at it, and can give it back. I assume it's a Motability jobbie. Anita really liked these cars, and she is on the Motability scheme, but that is really off-putting. Shame really, I bet they're great apart from this problem.
getting out to try new cars is a no-no for most folk at the moment - if you have a shortlist of contenders, get dealers to bring them to you, make em earn their money :) Them C-HRs aren't cheap, dealer should be looking after you better.
Could be worse - at least you haven't thrown all your hard-earned at it, and can give it back. I assume it's a Motability jobbie. Anita really liked these cars, and she is on the Motability scheme, but that is really off-putting. Shame really, I bet they're great apart from this problem.
its the only issue i have tbh. but its a biggish one. i dont really think issue is it not getting used enough. battery goes from 12v to 4v just like that. that shouldnt happen. toyota are just giving same stock answer they have been using for several years.
My problem is, can i get in a car and can my hoist and scooter. after that if there is a choice then i can look at other aspects. It is a very pleasent car to drive tho and a looker as well.
I haven't used my car for about 10 weeks - it's been sat in the garage (presumably sulking and feeling unloved), so I though I had better see if it was still OK.
Initial impressions were encouraging: the engine immobiliser light was still winking, and the car unlocked as it should. Pleased to say it started immediately without hesitation, so I applied a bit of revs to 'top up' the battery for about 20 minutes, whilst I listened to the car radio.
...so I applied a bit of revs to 'top up' the battery for about 20 minutes, whilst I listened to the car radio.
Wouldn't it have been better taking it for a quick drive, while listening to the radio? The thought of sitting revving an engine for 20 mins fills me with horror... ;)
Also, 10 weeks without using your car - what about shopping? Have you been able to source *everything* you've needed during that time within walking distance? If so, you're lucky. I've been using my car regularly for food shopping trips and going to church twice a week (which is around 20 mins away).
Cars need to be driven. The worst thing for them is being left sitting idle for long periods.
That said, the Brabster always starts first time, no matter how long it's laid idle, despite being nearly 12 years old and left outside in all weathers:)
Marco.
No, it was raining and anyway I don't see the point in driving aimlessly around just to charge the battery.
Had it been hesitant to start, I might have driven it down to the M25 and back, a round trip of 22 miles.
But driving is fun (or should be if your car is)!:ner:;) Take her out for a blast and boogie to some bangin' choons... :hotrod::hairmetal::D
What isn't fun is sitting revving an engine for 20 mins lol, and it's not very good for the environment either...
Marco.
"and it's not very good for the environment either..."
How so?, the rpm would have been about the same. And driving in the rain is not fum to my way of thinking. If it's fine tomorrow I may take it out for a spin.
Leaving the environmental issue aside for a moment:
https://www.quora.com/What-bad-can-come-to-your-car-from-revving-it-a-lot
If you're sitting revving your engine (under no load) for 20 mins, at similar RPMs to those achieved when driving at, say, 50-60mph down a dual-carriageway, then that is fundamentally NOT good for the engine, mate:nono:
Rain or no rain, next time drive it!;)
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
17-03-2021, 07:04
But driving is fun (or should be if your car is)!:ner:;) Take her out for a blast and boogie to some bangin' choons... :hotrod::hairmetal::D
What isn't fun is sitting revving an engine for 20 mins lol, and it's not very good for the environment either...
Marco.
Having your car ticking over for 20 minutes isn't very good for your own environment, taking it for a spin is worse for every bugger else's environment. Having said that, a car is more than just an engine, the suspension, brakes, coolant system etc all need to be "worked". Even one lap of the block is better than nothing :)
I agree that driving ought to be fun, but there isn't much of that to be had at the moment, what with the Covid travel restrictions. Just driving local is shit.
InThe Sticks
17-03-2021, 07:07
Revving an engine at anything over fast idle is pointless to top up a battery, it’ll make zero difference.
Alternators are regulated in output, so leaving it at idle compared to revving the engine is pretty much the same result.
Obviously if ones car has been sat for a while, then taking it for a spin is far more beneficial.
I’m failing a few cars for seized brake calipers/pads and warped discs (due to corrosion) because the cars have been sat for nearly a year.
Just a few miles a week would have prevented that happening, and kept the battery topped up.
Pigmy Pony
17-03-2021, 07:20
How you going on with the KTM Jon? You managing to give it any exercise? It's pretty bad round here, apparently coppers have been using ANPR to check if people out on the road are local ;)
How you going on with the KTM Jon? You managing to give it any exercise? It's pretty bad round here, apparently coppers have been using ANPR to check if people out on the road are local ;)Can still go a fair way local here. I usually give mine half an hr run twice a week. Even then you hear the discs for first half mile or so.
Having your car ticking over for 20 minutes isn't very good for your own environment, taking it for a spin is worse for every bugger else's environment. Having said that, a car is more than just an engine, the suspension, brakes, coolant system etc all need to be "worked". Even one lap of the block is better than nothing :)
I agree that driving ought to be fun, but there isn't much of that to be had at the moment, what with the Covid travel restrictions. Just driving local is shit.
Indeed, but I'd argue more fun that sitting revving the engine for 20 mins, while twiddling your thumbs (or something else, which may help relieve the monotony):eyebrows:)
Plus it depends on the roads you have access to in your local area.
I've got a largely empty dual carriageway (A483), with a 70mph speed limit, less than 5 mins from my door, so taking the Brabster for a blast along that, to keep the engine, battery and car in good fettle, for me would be far preferable to the former, and which as Jon has eloquently stated, does next to hee-haw good.
Marco.
Beobloke
17-03-2021, 08:22
Leaving the environmental issue aside for a moment:
https://www.quora.com/What-bad-can-come-to-your-car-from-revving-it-a-lot
If you're sitting revving your engine (under no load) for 20 mins, at similar RPMs to those achieved when driving at, say, 50-60mph down a dual-carriageway, then that is fundamentally NOT good for the engine, mate:nono:
Rain or no rain, next time drive it!;)
Marco.
Regardless of whether it’s good for the car or the environment, I would have thought that the biggest issue would be that sitting revving a car IN A GARAGE wouldn’t be good for me! [emoji15]
Revving an engine at anything over fast idle is pointless to top up a battery, it’ll make zero difference.
Alternators are regulated in output, so leaving it at idle compared to revving the engine is pretty much the same result.
Obviously if ones car has been sat for a while, then taking it for a spin is far more beneficial.
I’m failing a few cars for seized brake calipers/pads and warped discs (due to corrosion) because the cars have been sat for nearly a year.
Just a few miles a week would have prevented that happening, and kept the battery topped up.
Spot on:thumbsup:
Where the bloody hell have you been, mate? Hope all is well in your world:)
Marco.
Regardless of whether it’s good for the car or the environment, I would have thought that the biggest issue would be that sitting revving a car IN A GARAGE wouldn’t be good for me! [emoji15]
Lol... You know you love inhaling the intoxicating aroma from a nice oil burner!!:D
My point was that sitting revving the engine for 20 mins is fruitless (in terms of properly charging the battery) and also bad for the engine, so if you've going to start the car, and subsequently pollute the environment, then you may as well drive the bloody thing!:ner:;)
Marco.
Curious mixture of advice here concerning running the engine either at tickover or at a higher than tickover rate to top up a battery. Half the advice (including that of the AA) say one thing, the rest the other.
Curious mixture of advice here concerning running the engine either at tickover or at a higher than tickover rate to top up a battery. Half the advice (including that of the AA) say one thing, the rest the other.
i'd say 1500 to 2000rpm is about right.. a run is better tho all round, as ticking over speed isnt great for the car . brakes, sprigs etc need a workout too. at tickover if youve got a few things on like heater etc you may not actually charge anything
Give the man a cigar - that was the rpm I used.
Was just catching up on this thread then heard the sad news on the radio that Sabine Scmitz has passed away. RIP Sabine. :(
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/motorsport/56420308
Shit, that's terrible news... She was awesome and a fantastic ambassador for women:(
RIP Sabine.
Marco.
InThe Sticks
17-03-2021, 18:09
How you going on with the KTM Jon? You managing to give it any exercise? It's pretty bad round here, apparently coppers have been using ANPR to check if people out on the road are local ;)
All good thanks, I dragged it out of the garage today and had a ride for the first time in ages.
I completely forgot I’d left it in sport mode with the traction control off and went up the road like a speedway rider :doh:
That little 125 behind it is good looking thing with an awesome can on it :D
https://i.imgur.com/826iA0A.jpg
One thing about the Superduke I really don’t like is the shitty steering damper.
I did strip it down and put a heavier weight oil in it, which helped, but it wasn’t adjustable, so..
This arrived today and has 22 damping positions
https://i.imgur.com/2noaB9v.jpg
Where the bloody hell have you been, mate? Hope all is well in your world:)
Marco.
All is extremely well here, I just decided to take a break from forums, social media, the news and pretty much everything and just enjoy my world rather than hear about everyone else’s.
It’s done me a power of good.
Just waiting for some decent weather so I can attack the garden.
Pigmy Pony
17-03-2021, 18:40
[QUOTE=InThe Sticks;1260609]All good thanks, I dragged it out of the garage today and had a ride for the first time in ages.
I completely forgot I’d left it in sport mode with the traction control off and went up the road like a speedway rider :doh:
That little 125 behind it is good looking thing with an awesome can on it :D
https://i.imgur.com/826iA0A.jpg
One thing about the Superduke I really don’t like is the shitty steering damper.
I did strip it down and put a heavier weight oil in it, which helped, but it wasn’t adjustable, so..
This arrived today and has 22 damping positions
https://i.imgur.com/2noaB9v.jpg
So you don't like a good tank slapper then? I've never had a steering damper on the Blade, but then I don't push it that hard, and it's not so much of a beast as the KTMs.
I did once get a morning riding an RR5 Fireblade which had a factory damper, and I didn't like it. Just less "entertaining" somehow. Might have been the bike though, not the damper, but it put me off buying one for mine.
InThe Sticks
17-03-2021, 19:19
Agreed.
I had a RR5 Blade with the HESD electronic damper and as I’ve said on here before, it was the most predictable and dare I say a little boring bike to ride.
Everything was just a little too clinical for me.
I like a little danger and excitement as I'm sure you do :D
All is extremely well here, I just decided to take a break from forums, social media, the news and pretty much everything and just enjoy my world rather than hear about everyone else’s.
It’s done me a power of good.
Just waiting for some decent weather so I can attack the garden.
Good stuff, mate. A sensible plan [one which I can totally relate to] and that I'm glad has worked out well.
Anyway, good to see you back and getting stuck in again. Bike's looking tops!:cool:
Marco.
dave2010
18-03-2021, 05:19
i'd say 1500 to 2000rpm is about right.. a run is better tho all round, as ticking over speed isnt great for the car . brakes, springs etc need a workout too. at tickover if youve got a few things on like heater etc you may not actually charge anythingMMMmmm. So I shouldn't rev up our remaining petrol car to 3-4k for a few minutes then?
I've read that just starting a car is likely to take quite a chunk out of the battery, so not worth pussying around. Ideally it's best not to start a car if you're not going to drive it. However recently cars are often idle for a while, so things can go wrong. In normal times a petrol car would probably be driven at least once a week, and should go for at least 4 miles or so to keep the battery charged - ideally more and at reasonably high speeds - which also gets oil around the engine, stops the carbon from building up, and the driving probably gets rust off the brakes and loosens the suspension, and frees up the sterring a bit etc. AFAIK it's not a good idea to leave a car idle for a long while.
Clearly these are not normal times, and with our EVs we don't tend to drive the petrol Peugeot as much as we did before, so that's not so good for the poor thing. So sometimes I do rev it up to 3000 rpm on the drive for 2 or 3 minutes just to check that it's working OK.
Is that a bad idea?
InThe Sticks
18-03-2021, 06:44
MMMmmm. So I shouldn't rev up our remaining petrol car to 3-4k for a few minutes then?
No, it's utterly pointless at those revs.
If voltage was dependant on revs and the alternator wasn't regulated, you'd boil your battery dry in 5 minutes.
Leave it on tickover or better just go for a drive.
dave2010
18-03-2021, 06:57
No, it's utterly pointless at those revs.
If voltage was dependant on revs and the alternator wasn't regulated, you'd boil your battery dry in 5 minutes.
Leave it on tickover or better just go for a drive.Interesting. Would 2k be any good?
Going for a drive hasn't been so easy over the last year - Covid restrictions, weather etc. Not so bad now though.
I never thought that tickover idling would do much good. If not actually going out, how long should idling be done to not run the battery down - given that starting the engine takes something out of it? Maybe it's pointless starting a car engine anyway if it's not going to go on a run, but I have noticed problems if the engine isn't fired up at least once in a while.
rmcin626
18-03-2021, 11:46
My Q5 is Audi today, for MOT and a couple of warranty checks, will be 3 years old in a couple of weeks only just passed 10,000 miles
Beobloke
18-03-2021, 11:58
There’s little point in running an engine at idle - many car handbooks specifically tell you not to do this to warm it up, for example. Sitting there revving it is even more pointless because, as above, the alternator’s electrical output is regulated. More revs don’t mean more/faster charging!
You’re far better off buying an intelligent battery charger and using it every couple of weeks to top the battery up and then driving the car once a month or so.
Some friends of ours are having some fairly major house renovation done and their house and driveway has been a building site for the last 6 months. As a result, one of their cars has been out of the way on our driveway since last September. Since then, I’ve stuck it on the charger for a day every two to three weeks and take it out for a half hour’s drive once every month to six weeks. It’s absolutely fine.
warming the car up:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Tz_ZbnFiQI&t=17s
gave car another run and filled tank uop £20 for half a tank plus. that will last for a while:)
There’s little point in running an engine at idle - many car handbooks specifically tell you not to do this to warm it up, for example. Sitting there revving it is even more pointless because, as above, the alternator’s electrical output is regulated. More revs don’t mean more/faster charging!
You’re far better off buying an intelligent battery charger and using it every couple of weeks to top the battery up and then driving the car once a month or so.
The correct advice, thus is what folks should follow. Your first paragraph also outlines the indisputable facts! So only daftees sit and rev car engines in a futile attempt to 'charge the battery'...:doh:
End of subject. No more to be said on the matter:exactly:
Marco.
with the hybrid they suggest running car at idle with everything switched on.. this forces engine to run and charge
InThe Sticks
19-03-2021, 17:37
with the hybrid they suggest running car at idle with everything switched on.. this forces engine to run and charge
Yup, I've lost count of how many times I've mentioned that.
Yup, I've lost count of how many times I've mentioned that.
just out of interest for others.. i was dropping a card off to my grandson today and left car running and all the time i was outside chatting the engine never kicked in once. nothing running really tho bat the stereo and the sound was paused
InThe Sticks
19-03-2021, 18:14
There is no reason for the engine to kick in as nothing was draining the aux battery.
If the stereo was blaring music, then the engine would start to get the MG's charging the battery.
As long as you leave it in "park" and not neutral, then you're good to go.
Pigmy Pony
19-03-2021, 18:16
just out of interest for others.. i was dropping a card off to my grandson today and left car running and all the time i was outside chatting the engine never kicked in once. nothing running really tho bat the stereo and the sound was paused
We've been slaves to the tyranny of technology for long enough now. I'm thinking about buying a horse and cart. Just a bit concerned about the effect of horse farts on climate change. Then it's just a case of choosing a colour - I believe piebald is an optional extra.
We've been slaves to the tyranny of technology for long enough now. I'm thinking about buying a horse and cart. Just a bit concerned about the effect of horse farts on climate change. Then it's just a case of choosing a colour - I believe piebald is an optional extra.
The horse would have to exist before you bought it though so technically you're not adding anything to climate change. Now if you took up horse breeding that's a different matter.
There is no reason for the engine to kick in as nothing was draining the aux battery.
If the stereo was blaring music, then the engine would start to get the MG's charging the battery.
As long as you leave it in "park" and not neutral, then you're good to go.
yes what was on was fairly low current, like the led runners, and the info screens, computer etc. its a new battery again too.. no 5 as it keeps going from ok to 4v without a pause; but only occasionally.. i believe there is an intermittant fault condition... sadly its put me off
Pigmy Pony
19-03-2021, 18:41
That is a very good point, puts my mind at ease. But I also need to investigate how much garden I need to sustain one horse. I don't see the idea catching on in a big way, as so many folk don't have a garden. Unless car parks could be grassed over, that might work :)
I may have to plan my journeys so I only pass through posh areas - last thing I'd want is to come out of the Spar shop to find some scummy chav has keyed my horse :(
That is a very good point, puts my mind at ease. But I also need to investigate how much garden I need to sustain one horse. I don't see the idea catching on in a big way, as so many folk don't have a garden. Unless car parks could be grassed over, that might work :)
I may have to plan my journeys so I only pass through posh areas - last thing I'd want is to come out of the Spar shop to find some scummy chav has keyed my horse :(
funny but down in dublin there were a good few folk who had horses grazing on grass outside there flats and homes in some schemes. it wasnt unusual. they were tied on a loose rope etc.. you wouldnt see that in britain.. i am going back a few years
That is a very good point, puts my mind at ease. But I also need to investigate how much garden I need to sustain one horse. I don't see the idea catching on in a big way, as so many folk don't have a garden. Unless car parks could be grassed over, that might work :)
I may have to plan my journeys so I only pass through posh areas - last thing I'd want is to come out of the Spar shop to find some scummy chav has keyed my horse :(
Is there not a park nearby? Or as you are travelling about you could stop every now and then and let it eat a hedge or something. No different from stopping for petrol.
I don't think you should jump into it though. Do some research first by watching old episodes of 'Steptoe And Son.' Should give you an idea about most of the potential pitfalls.
my brother had horses.. quite an expense actually.... and they are only 1hp
InThe Sticks
19-03-2021, 18:56
yes what was on was fairly low current, like the led runners, and the info screens, computer etc. its a new battery again too.. no 5 as it keeps going from ok to 4v without a pause; but only occasionally.. i believe there is an intermittant fault condition... sadly its put me off
If you're having that many problems with aux batteries draining fast or dying then my money would 100% be on any after market accessories fitted to the car.
I think you've said you have lifting gear fitted?
It's a piece of cake to do a drain test whilst disconnecting various fitted equipment to see what may be causing the problem.
I've seen that sort of problem again and again with after market alarms and trackers etc.
In all the years I was a tech for Toyota/Lexus, I've not seen that problem on a non after market accessory fitted car.
my brother had horses.. quite an expense actually.... and they are only 1hp
lol - naturally aspirated though.
If you're having that many problems with aux batteries draining fast or dying then my money would 100% be on any after market accessories fitted to the car.
I think you've said you have lifting gear fitted?
It's a piece of cake to do a drain test whilst disconnecting various fitted equipment to see what may be causing the problem.
I've seen that sort of problem again and again with after market alarms and trackers etc.
In all the years I was a tech for Toyota/Lexus, I've not seen that problem on a non after market accessory fitted car.
it was in dealers and they said it was, em ok..:doh: the lift hasnt been used for a year but its not stopped it
Pigmy Pony
19-03-2021, 19:13
Is there not a park nearby? Or as you are travelling about you could stop every now and then and let it eat a hedge or something. No different from stopping for petrol.
I don't think you should jump into it though. Do some research first by watching old episodes of 'Steptoe And Son.' Should give you an idea about most of the potential pitfalls.
But Hercules was a big heavy bugger, the horsey equivalent of a Hummer. I'd want something a bit more fuel efficient. Are horses easily trained? I'd want to teach it to bite people wearing hoodies or baseball caps.
InThe Sticks
19-03-2021, 19:15
Doesn't matter if its used, its whether its connected or not.
I just find it hard to conceive that you're going through so many batteries and the fault lies within the OE electrical system.
To find a drain fault is easy but labour intensive, maybe the dealer finds it easier and cheaper to put in a warranty claim for a new battery rather than tie up a technician for hours trying to find a drain problem.
Manufacturers won't and don't pay much for a lengthy diagnosis of a problem.
Fitting and claiming for a new battery is a sticky plaster on a gunshot wound.
Yeah well it's a lease from motabilty. It's been a pain tbh. I like car but toyota have shown no interest.
I guess I go elsewhere in novem ber which is sad as I would probably have got another had they showed any interest. I personally don't think it's the hoist. The battery for one is rediculously small. That doesn't help. This is due has been going on for several years by several thousand people who all get the same answer.
Sad but typically big company attitude
But Hercules was a big heavy bugger, the horsey equivalent of a Hummer. I'd want something a bit more fuel efficient. Are horses easily trained? I'd want to teach it to bite people wearing hoodies or baseball caps.
IME horses are very bitey. I don't think you'll have any problems there. Stopping it from biting every fucker it comes across will be the hard part.
Pigmy Pony
19-03-2021, 19:40
I still have two unsold Rock Door stable doors. If I just built a stable to fit one to, and I could train the horse to knock it open with its head, and shout "Hello, I'm Mr Ed" to passers by, that would be quite cool. I may even change my name to Wilbur. But I'm getting ahead of myself now.
I still have two unsold Rock Door stable doors. If I just built a stable to fit one to, and I could train the horse to knock it open with its head, and shout "Hello, I'm Mr Ed" to passers by, that would be quite cool. I may even change my name to Wilbur. But I'm getting ahead of myself now.
Not sure anyone under fifty would get the joke. They'd probably think it was Ed China and be bringing their cars for it to fix.
Although on the plus side, once the horse has fixed them you could use them to run around in for a few days before telling the owners to come and collect them. I used to know a mechanic that did that.
I mean that's cost-free motoring and the profit from the repairs business would more than cover the expense of stabling the horse.
dave2010
19-03-2021, 22:44
I've seen that sort of problem again and again with after market alarms and trackers etc.
In all the years I was a tech for Toyota/Lexus, I've not seen that problem on a non after market accessory fitted car.My Prius had absolutely no extras which were not fitted when it was supplied. Would it perhaps have been rescuable if there had been any form of main battery maintenance in the few years before it went totally belly up? I rather doubt it.
It was going quite well, but with some odd behaviours in the months before lockdown, and after that it just went off completely.
Now we have EVs so there won't be any engine to charge up any of the batteries, though the battery technology could still let us down in eight or more years time. I'm not over optimistic. One of our petrol cars lasted over 20 years before we had to scrap it.
The hoist was fitted before I got car at dealers.
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