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hifilover
13-04-2015, 19:37
Bought myself a 2005 BMW E65 745i today and will collect it in 2 weeks once some BMW warranty work has been done re the gearbox
Will order myself an Eisenmann quad piped exhaust (true x pipe and lighter resonated) tomorrow and some new alloys and tyres for it (standard 19" Style 95's on it currently) but they're corroded to hell and prefer something a bit wider on the rear so will order some 20" alloys from BMAutosport too (10" wide on the rears, 9" up front)
I sold my E60 M5 3 months ago and have and looked at all sorts but just keep coming back to the luxury BMW autos... Can't cope with a manual any more. I'm trudging around in my MG ZT-T 190 which I've had for a few years as my second car. A V6 with a straight-piped exhaust which sounds great but it's still slow and still a Rover haha ;)
Anyways... Just wanted to brag as I can't wait! :D
Pics (from the ad) or it didn't happen! ;)
Marco.
hifilover
13-04-2015, 20:06
Not an ad, was a private sale through a local BMW franchise as I'd been in a few times with my dad to perv over the Masarati's they sell alongside other nice marques!
Once I've got it and new alloys on I'll put up plenty of pics to show it off in all its glory :D
Not an ad, was a private sale through a local BMW franchise as I'd been in a few times with my dad to perv over the Masarati's they sell alongside other nice marques!
Once I've got it and new alloys on I'll put up plenty of pics to show it off in all its glory :D
Cool. Look forward to it!
I did the same last week (see my avatar)... Mercedes C320 CDI Elegance, with Brabus D6 conversion/remap, full body-kit, quad tailpipes (stainless steel exhaust system) and 19" rims, with full leather interior:
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/661/6iwi9A.jpg
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/537/7mYWzB.jpg
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/661/W6puyS.jpg
She's my 'black beast'! :D
Primo ganja, anyone? :peace:
Marco.
Torn between cool and vulgar, but I'm probably just jealous :)
Lol - I know what you mean. I was in two minds myself, until I sat inside it.......... and then drove it.........!! :eek: :eek:
Marco.
Lol - I know what you mean... I was in two minds myself, until I sat inside it and then drove it!! :eek: :eek:
Marco.
You will NEED to grow a ponytail :eyebrows:
Hahaha... There's no fucking chance of that!! :lol:
Marco.
Hmmm, I saw your changed avatar and I thought maybe Marco has a sideline as either a drug dealer or a pimp!
:sofa:
:D
Hmmm, I saw your changed avatar and I thought maybe Marco has a sideline as either a drug dealer or a pimp!
:sofa:
:D
Woteva makes the biggest margins, baby! :eyebrows:
Marco.
hifilover
13-04-2015, 21:16
Cool. Look forward to it!
I did the same last week (see my avatar)... Mercedes C320 CDI Elegance, with Brabus D6 conversion/remap, full body-kit, quad tailpipes (stainless steel exhaust system) and 19" rims, with full leather interior:
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/661/6iwi9A.jpg
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/537/7mYWzB.jpg
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/661/W6puyS.jpg
She's my 'black beast'! :D
Primo ganja, anyone? :peace:
Marco.
That is stunning...
For an oil burner ;)
Hehehehe.... I likes dem torques ;)
Marco.
Not an ad, was a private sale through a local BMW franchise as I'd been in a few times with my dad to perv over the Masarati's they sell alongside other nice marques!
Once I've got it and new alloys on I'll put up plenty of pics to show it off in all its glory :D
Make sure you set the antiskate correctly (and azimuth, VTA etc for that matter). We don't want you jumping off the groove now do we?
Heh-heh.... So do you like my black, bad-ass mafia-mobile, Andrei? :eyebrows:
Marco.
Cool. Look forward to it!
I did the same last week (see my avatar)... Mercedes C320 CDI Elegance, with Brabus D6 conversion/remap, full body-kit, quad tailpipes (stainless steel exhaust system) and 19" rims, with full leather interior:
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/661/6iwi9A.jpg
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/537/7mYWzB.jpg
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/661/W6puyS.jpg
She's my 'black beast'! :D
Primo ganja, anyone? :peace:
Marco.
You drive around your home town in that?:scratch:
And why not, dear boy? There's plenty of room too for a couple of ewes in the back! :eyebrows:
:hairmetal: :hairmetal:
:sheep: :D
Marco.
And why not, dear boy? There's plenty of room too for a couple of ewes in the back! :eyebrows:
:hairmetal: :hairmetal:
:sheep:
Marco.
Just wondered how old you are Marco? ( Ali G?:D)
Lol.... 49, but 29 in the head! :eyebrows: :flasher:
Marco.
No wonder the windows are blacked out.:lol:
Yesh, it means that I can parade around town in my floral frock (and Easter bonnet) in privacy, and no-one will see my cheeky wee grinnnnnn...! :D :D
Marco.
The Black Adder
14-04-2015, 08:08
That's a bit shwexy... very mean.
You have bought a new car after spending all that cash on the old one?
New car looks like it has a serious lack of wine space too.
Nah, the boot is well deep, plus I've got a nice shiny black Thule roof box to go on top! ;)
Decided to have a change, Kev. The 'soopa-bass system' has been removed from 'the hearse' and will be fitted into the new Mafia-mobile... :eyebrows:
Marco.
The Black Adder
14-04-2015, 08:35
How much for a 1/2g? Proper scag?
How much for a 1/2g? Proper scag?
2 Bob.:D
The Black Adder
14-04-2015, 08:47
lol... blimey... that is cheap.
How much for a 1/2g? Proper scag?
Z49bfaXGX78
We only do the finest China White, baby....
Marco.
The Black Adder
14-04-2015, 09:07
Superb track is that... Have that pumping out down town and I'm sure you will get some business, big boy! lol
hifilover
14-04-2015, 09:27
Thank god my E65 doesn't have blacked out windows otherwise my threads would turn out like this...!
Oh, hang on...
;) :p
hifilover
14-04-2015, 09:34
To update; I've ordered these this morning: http://www.bmautosport.co.uk/showroom/product_info.php/new-zito-935-csl-gts-alloys-hyper-silververy-deep-concave-105-rears-p-4230?cPath=51_40_140_42_271
Some Eibach Pro 25mm lowering springs and a PowerFlex poly bush kit :)
Can't order the Eisenmann exhaust I wanted as they're on back order for c3months so may have to get one made or order a different style from the States... Dammit :steam:
Audio Al
14-04-2015, 09:36
You drive around your home town in that?:scratch:
Cant make my mind up ?
Is it a mid life crisis
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A Tinky winky extension
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Oh hold on I know , Its BOTH :D
Hehehehe.... And if I flash it (or even wave it around like big salami) at night, shweety, you won't be able to see it :nono: :D
Lovin' the rims, danny-boy - those should look well nice when they're fitted!
Marco.
hifilover
14-04-2015, 10:52
Hehehehe.... And if I flash it (or even wave it around like big salami) at night, shweety, you won't be able to see it :nono: :D
Lovin' the rims, danny-boy - those should look well nice when they're fitted!
Marco.
They would have done but just had an email to say they're out of stock of the right fitment/offset I was after as I'm lowering by 25mm so back to the drawing board!
Haven't even got the car yet and I'm having issues with stuff I want not being available :(
Such is life, mate, with bespoke/modified cars... S'ok, it'll all come together in the end :)
Marco.
hifilover
14-04-2015, 11:29
Such is life, mate, with bespoke/modified cars... S'ok, it'll all come together in the end :)
Marco.
Oh aye, I know that. Just sods law as I was hoping for my garage to be full of bits for when I get the E65 on my drive!
Fortunately I've found the alloys elsewhere and they have them in stock and will be with me on Friday and I'll get the tyres fitted then by a local specialist who can fit tyres to alloys without damaging them and than stating they're too big haha. Eibach lowering springs, polybush kit and 12mm hub-centric spacers will be with me tomorrow and will get an exhaust made by JP Exhausts in Macclesfield as they'll be able to sort some spots cats out for me too :D Keep my MOT fella happy then!
Cool, sounds good... Any plans for chipping the engine, or has that been done already? :)
Marco.
hifilover
14-04-2015, 11:43
Cool, sounds good... Any plans for chipping the engine, or has that been done already? :)
Marco.
No not yet. Going to leave it standard bar de-restricting the intake plenum/TB after the MAF, better ITG panel filters or maybe custom build a decent cold air intake and get the filter down behind the headlight and fed etc...
This and sports cats apparently releases the true potential of the engine, plus the standard exhaust is 55mm whereas I'll be going 60-62mm with 200CEL sports cats etc...
Have found a custom stainless manifold set from the States but at $3k I'll leave them be for now haha :D
From reading a lot and talking to guys on the Bimmerforums, the chipping of the 745 and 750 E65's doesn't do that much really, releases around 30BHP and 50'ish torques but that's for £500! A lot of £££ for not much more grunt!
Plus I've just ordered Ferodo DS2500 pads all round and MTEC grooved discs all round plus HEL stainless braided lines, the car will stop on a penny!
Face meet windscreen, windscreen meet face ;)
The Barbarian
14-04-2015, 12:00
Heh-heh.... So do you like my black, bad-ass mafia-mobile, Andrei? :eyebrows:
Marco.
No in the same way i dislike Michell Orb's
hifilover
14-04-2015, 12:07
No in the same way i dislike Michell Orb's
Ooft! :stalks: :eyebrows:
Nice one, Dan. Not tried ITG air filters, but they look good. I'm using K&Ns at the moment, which are probably similar, and for oil filters, WIX Racing.
Btw, dunno if you've played around with engine oils much, but if you haven't tried Valvoline Syn Power 5W30, I'd thoroughly recommend it: http://www.eurocarparts.com/ecp/p/car-accessories/engine-oils-and-car-fluids/engineoils/5w30-engine-oil/?521770390&0&cc5_247, as I would Lucas High Performance Synthetic: http://www.lucasoil.co.uk/store_item.php?product=10206
Both oils give quite a bit more 'zip' than your standard stuff, from the likes of Castrol or Shell. How about fuels? I only use BP Ultimate or Shell V-Power Nitro+, with a touch of Lucas Fuel Treatment: http://www.lucasoil.co.uk/store_item.php?product=10020 The latter is a truly superb product, which I've found better than Millers. Gives you that bit more 'shove'.
Also, Super Coolants, such as this can give you a bit more power. I use this stuff in the Merc: http://www.lucasoil.co.uk/products.php?page=products&subpage=product&product=105
Tried putting nitrogen in your tyres? If not, pop along to your nearest ATS centre, and for £1.20 a tyre, they'll deflate your existing tyres and re-inflate them with nitrogen. Nitrogen inflation ensures correct tyre pressures are maintained for longer and improves the ride and handling of your car (at least it does in my experience).
Lastly, if you go on the Bimmerforums, check out a guy under the name of BM Wizard (Kevin). He's probably the UK's most knowledgeable expert on all BMW engines, and is a master at remaps/chipping and fitting bespoke stainless-steel sports exhausts. I *guarantee* that if you took your E65 to him for chipping/tuning, he'd get more out of it than anyone and you'd be left with a total ANIMAL of a car. This guy is top-notch!! :trust:
Website here (read what he says about chip tuning): http://bmwizard.co.uk/services/remapping-and-chip-tuning/
I can't recommend him highly enough. BMW enthusiasts travel from all over the country to use him, and he's a dead nice guy to deal with. He'll make your car 'sing' like never before :fingers: :fingers:
Marco.
No in the same way i dislike Michell Orb's
Lol... Since when was your name Andrei? I was referring to da man from NZ! ;)
You know my view on these things, I ADORE vintage cars, but would only have one as a second car, for puttering about on sunny Sunday afternoons. The Merc is for more practical purposes! :)
Marco.
The Barbarian
14-04-2015, 12:32
You can call me what ever you like a lot do :eyebrows: I just could not own a modern car because for one they are pig ugly computer generated body designs & secondly im ellergik to modern products, they bring me out in a rash.
Lol... No worries. Unfortunately, if I'm driving to somewhere such as Italy, I need to know the car is likely to get me there without breaking down, and in comfort (air-con, etc) :eyebrows:
Give me a nice Jensen or E-type, though, for sunny Sunday afternoons going round the local lanes here, and I'll be in seventh heaven! :exactly:
Marco.
I think you will find I am in "7"th heaven. :ner:
Ali Tait
14-04-2015, 13:20
Nice one, Dan. Not tried ITG air filters, but they look good. I'm using K&Ns at the moment, which are probably similar, and for oil filters, WIX Racing.
Btw, dunno if you've played around with engine oils much, but if you haven't tried Valvoline Syn Power 5W30, I'd thoroughly recommend it: http://www.eurocarparts.com/ecp/p/car-accessories/engine-oils-and-car-fluids/engineoils/5w30-engine-oil/?521770390&0&cc5_247, as I would Lucas High Performance Synthetic: http://www.lucasoil.co.uk/store_item.php?product=10206
Both oils give quite a bit more 'zip' than your standard stuff, from the likes of Castrol or Shell. How about fuels? I only use BP Ultimate or Shell V-Power Nitro+, with a touch of Lucas Fuel Treatment: http://www.lucasoil.co.uk/store_item.php?product=10020 The latter is a truly superb product, which I've found better than Millers. Gives you that bit more 'shove'.
Also, Super Coolants, such as this can give you a bit more power. I use this stuff in the Merc: http://www.lucasoil.co.uk/products.php?page=products&subpage=product&product=105
Tried putting nitrogen in your tyres? If not, pop along to your nearest ATS centre, and for £1.20 a tyre, they'll deflate your existing tyres and re-inflate them with nitrogen. Nitrogen inflation ensures correct tyre pressures are maintained for longer and improves the ride and handling of your car (at least it does in my experience).
Lastly, if you go on the Bimmerforums, check out a guy under the name of BM Wizard (Kevin). He's probably the UK's most knowledgeable expert on all BMW engines, and is a master at remaps/chipping and fitting bespoke stainless-steel sports exhausts. I *guarantee* that if you took your E65 to him for chipping/tuning, he'd get more out of it than anyone and you'd be left with a total ANIMAL of a car. This guy is top-notch!! :trust:
Website here (read what he says about chip tuning): http://bmwizard.co.uk/services/remapping-and-chip-tuning/
I can't recommend him highly enough. BMW enthusiasts travel from all over the country to use him, and he's a dead nice guy to deal with. He'll make your car 'sing' like never before :fingers: :fingers:
Marco.
Not much to be had from normally aspirated petrols Marco. Some gains are possible but nothing on the scale of what can be done with a turbo diesel.
hifilover
14-04-2015, 13:36
Nice one, Dan. Not tried ITG air filters, but they look good. I'm using K&Ns at the moment, which are probably similar, and for oil filters, WIX Racing.
Btw, dunno if you've played around with engine oils much, but if you haven't tried Valvoline Syn Power 5W30, I'd thoroughly recommend it: http://www.eurocarparts.com/ecp/p/car-accessories/engine-oils-and-car-fluids/engineoils/5w30-engine-oil/?521770390&0&cc5_247, as I would Lucas High Performance Synthetic: http://www.lucasoil.co.uk/store_item.php?product=10206
Both oils give quite a bit more 'zip' than your standard stuff, from the likes of Castrol or Shell. How about fuels? I only use BP Ultimate or Shell V-Power Nitro+, with a touch of Lucas Fuel Treatment: http://www.lucasoil.co.uk/store_item.php?product=10020 The latter is a truly superb product, which I've found better than Millers. Gives you that bit more 'shove'.
Also, Super Coolants, such as this can give you a bit more power. I use this stuff in the Merc: http://www.lucasoil.co.uk/products.php?page=products&subpage=product&product=105
Tried putting nitrogen in your tyres? If not, pop along to your nearest ATS centre, and for £1.20 a tyre, they'll deflate your existing tyres and re-inflate them with nitrogen. Nitrogen inflation ensures correct tyre pressures are maintained for longer and improves the ride and handling of your car (at least it does in my experience).
Lastly, if you go on the Bimmerforums, check out a guy under the name of BM Wizard (Kevin). He's probably the UK's most knowledgeable expert on all BMW engines, and is a master at remaps/chipping and fitting bespoke stainless-steel sports exhausts. I *guarantee* that if you took your E65 to him for chipping/tuning, he'd get more out of it than anyone and you'd be left with a total ANIMAL of a car. This guy is top-notch!! :trust:
Website here (read what he says about chip tuning): http://bmwizard.co.uk/services/remapping-and-chip-tuning/
I can't recommend him highly enough. BMW enthusiasts travel from all over the country to use him, and he's a dead nice guy to deal with. He'll make your car 'sing' like never before :fingers: :fingers:
Marco.
Cheers for all that :)
I generally stick to Fuch's oil, tried and tested for me and happy with the decent discount I get from my man at Opie Oils :)
I stopped using K&N filters a long time ago, their oil is well known to help clog up MAF's so I use ITG which aren't oiled at all but a very well made foam filter!
I only use VPower in my cars, even the current ZT-T V6 get's 1 in 4 tanks of VPower, but not every tank as it's tuned to 95RON - All other cars though have been remapped and only used on VPower, bloody costly but well worth it!
Yup, my guy who does my tyres for me uses Nitrogen as a lot of his clients race at weekends so it's for free ;)
I think you will find that you need to oil ITG filters.
There are instruction on their website on how to do it. If you have not oiled it, you don't have an effective air filter.
Over oiling is the issue with clogging MAFs.
http://www.itgairfilters.com/downloads/CleaningOilingYourFilter.pdf
Cheers for all that...
No worries. Defo give Kev a shout on the Bimmerforums, if you have any queries BMW-related. The man's knowledge is unsurpassed!
I generally stick to Fuch's oil, tried and tested for me and happy with the decent discount I get from my man at Opie Oils...
Yeah, I use Opie sometimes. Good service. You can get the Valvoline from them. Not tired Fuchs, but have heard of it.
I stopped using K&N filters a long time ago, their oil is well known to help clog up MAF's so I use ITG which aren't oiled at all but a very well made foam filter!
No oil has been used on my K&Ns, nor did they come oiled. I just take them out now and then and hoover out any accumulated debris, then refit. They seem to work very well. However, I'll give the ITGs a go next time and see if there's any difference :)
I only use VPower in my cars, even the current ZT-T V6 get's 1 in 4 tanks of VPower, but not every tank as it's tuned to 95RON - All other cars though have been remapped and only used on VPower, bloody costly but well worth it!
I like a mixture (half and half) of BP Ultimate and V-Power, as that seems to give the best results in my engine.
The BP Ultimate gives a slightly 'peppier/more revvy' response, and the V-Power a smoother more effortless power delivery: the best of both worlds. If I use only one fuel or the other, I can feel right away that the specific benefits of the one not used are missing - and I've tested this over many months of driving.
Fortunately, I have both a BP and Shell garage within easy reach of me.
Yup, my guy who does my tyres for me uses Nitrogen as a lot of his clients race at weekends so it's for free...
Nice one! Works, dunnit? So what are your favourite tyres? I like Pirelli P-Zeros a lot, but they're a bit soft and wear pretty quickly. I'm thinking of giving Michelin Pilot Super Sports a go next time.
Marco.
You really need to oil your Filters, and clean them regularly. :doh:
They are not fit and forget!
Not much to be had from normally aspirated petrols Marco. Some gains are possible but nothing on the scale of what can be done with a turbo diesel.
Sure, Ali, but Kev's just got a way of getting the most from any car that I've not experienced with other engine specialists I've used (this guy is way beyond being simply a 'mechanic'). Let's just say he's as passionate (and anal) about getting maximum performance from car engines, as I am doing the same with hi-fi systems! ;)
Marco.
You really need to oil your Filters, and clean them regularly. :doh:
They are not fit and forget!
I do clean them, but oiling wasn't recommended as being mandatory, only if you so desired.
Marco.
P.S Did you get my PM? :)
Ali Tait
14-04-2015, 15:14
Sure, Ali, but Kev's just got a way of getting the most from any car that I've not experienced with other engine specialists I've used (this guy is way beyond being simply a 'mechanic'). Let's just say he's as passionate (and anal) about getting maximum performance from car engines, as I am doing the same with hi-fi systems! ;)
Marco.
Yep, familiar with the guy, I used to frequent that forum when I had my BMW. He knows his stuff.
hifilover
14-04-2015, 15:24
You really need to oil your Filters, and clean them regularly. :doh:
They are not fit and forget!
Thanks for trying to teach me how to suck eggs...
Yep, familiar with the guy, I used to frequent that forum when I had my BMW. He knows his stuff.
Nice one :cool:
Marco.
hifilover
14-04-2015, 15:36
I do clean them, but oiling wasn't recommended as being mandatory, only if you so desired.
Marco.
P.S Did you get my PM? :)
This and the same with ITG
Just because they SAY you should do it doesn't mean you HAVE to!
I haven't oil any of my ITG filters in probably the last 6-7 years now and that's in cars ranging from a frankenstein K20/K24 Integra DC5 to my previous E60 M5 and I've NEVER had issues. But I HAVE had issues with oiled filters from the factory and not re-oiled by myself!
hifilover
14-04-2015, 15:39
Nice one! Works, dunnit? So what are your favourite tyres? I like Pirelli P-Zeros a lot, but they're a bit soft and wear pretty quickly. I'm thinking of giving Michelin Pilot Super Sports a go next time.
Marco.
Well in all honesty I've found the Nexen 8000's to be bloody amazing, from there I've had AD08's and Toyo 888's on most of my cars as they generally only ever come out in dry, sunny weather!
I do like my Rainsport 2's and 3's and like the ContiContact Sports 3's and 5's as well...
I don't use or believe in RunFlat tyres so haven't used them for years and never had issues when I've swapped out RFT's for normal tyres and neither have thousands of other drivers... Just another massive £££ making marketing ploy IMO
hifilover
14-04-2015, 15:39
Cool... So what are your favourite tyres? I asked you that in my last post ;)
Marco.
Patience my young Padwan... Replied above :D ;)
Lol.... So you haven't tried the Michelins?
I'll need to look at the profile rating of the tyres on my new car. They're 19" rims, but super-low profile, much lower than the ones I had on my last car. They don't look much thicker, in that respect, than bike tyres! :eyebrows:
Marco.
hifilover
14-04-2015, 16:12
No, never gone down the Michelin route TBH... A bit too rich for my tastes! ;)
Thanks for trying to teach me how to suck eggs...
If you read the instructions from the manufacturer(s) it tells you the risks of not oiling the filter.
You let fine dust particles through which will damage your engine. It relies on the oil coating above the electrostatic charge of the foam to retain the finer particles, but I guess you knew that, which is why you choose to ignore it?
I suggest you go start practicing the sucking of eggs. :ner:
:eyebrows:
Just checked... The tyres on the car at the moment are 225 wide (19" rims) and the profile is 30. Seems fairly low profile?
Marco.
I do clean them, but oiling wasn't recommended as being mandatory, only if you so desired.
Marco.
P.S Did you get my PM? :)
I got the PM. I'll respond in due course.
Just checked... They're 225 wide (19" rims) and the profile is 30. Seems fairly low profile?
Marco.
Likely to be cheap to replace, and comfortable too. :eyebrows:
No, never gone down the Michelin route TBH... A bit too rich for my tastes! ;)
Lol... Don't believe in skimping on the quality of tyres I use, as they perform a rather important task, so I'll spend as much on those (in terms of importance factor), as I do on the wheels themselves.
Marco.
Likely to be cheap to replace, and comfortable too. :eyebrows:
Lol... Do I detect the merest hint of sarcasm there?
Marco.
hifilover
14-04-2015, 16:28
Lol... Don't believe in skimping on the quality of tyres I use, as they perform a rather important task, so I'll spend as much on those (in terms of importance factor), as I do on the wheels themselves.
Marco.
Fully understand that but I've never lost a car yet on any tyre I've used. As long as the compound is right, the rating is right and they're in good condition I'm happy... Only ever swapped tyres once and that's because they got rave reviews but I found them to be totally shite in any weather but then again they were 'budget'!
hifilover
14-04-2015, 16:32
If you read the instructions from the manufacturer(s) it tells you the risks of not oiling the filter.
You let fine dust particles through which will damage your engine. It relies on the oil coating above the electrostatic charge of the foam to retain the finer particles, but I guess you knew that, which is why you choose to ignore it?
I suggest you go start practicing the sucking of eggs. :ner:
:eyebrows:
Read what you want, believe what you want but until you've actually ran cars with these filters and not oiled them or you have oiled them, then come back to prove me wrong!
I know lots of folks that use ITG/K&N/AEM filters that don't oil them when it's recommended to do so and they've never had issues... Cars from AC Cobra replicas to as highly tuned E39/E60 M5's you can think of and beyond!
I used a non-oiled ITG filter on my K20/K24 DC5 Integra running close to 270BHP n/a and with a daft limit of close to 11k revs running Toda cams and a fully worked head and NEVER had any issues with drawn in dust particles... The internals were so clean and smooth you could have eaten off them and that was after running it ragged for 12 hours nearly at Ty Croes!
Just changed our main family car as well.. Must be something in the air.
Same as the one in these pics:
http://za.sellsgood.com/adsimg/2015/03/31/files/341728-0.jpg
http://za.sellsgood.com/adsimg/2015/03/31/files/341728-1.jpg
No pics showing, Paul.....
Marco.
Read what you want, believe what you want but until you've actually ran cars with these filters and not oiled them or you have oiled them, then come back to prove me wrong!
I know lots of folks that use ITG/K&N/AEM filters that don't oil them when it's recommended to do so and they've never had issues... Cars from AC Cobra replicas to as highly tuned E39/E60 M5's you can think of and beyond!
I used a non-oiled ITG filter on my K20/K24 DC5 Integra running close to 270BHP n/a and with a daft limit of close to 11k revs running Toda cams and a fully worked head and NEVER had any issues with drawn in dust particles... The internals were so clean and smooth you could have eaten off them and that was after running it ragged for 12 hours nearly at Ty Croes!
Impressive stuff. A whole 12 hours? That's a suitable sample time.
Even my lawn mower uses a K&N filter, so I have a bit of experience of them.
Did you remove the oil they use at the factory then?
It's your engine. My choice would be to replace a cheap MAF sensor, rather than an engine rebuild, but hey, what do I know? Let's just say I would not knowingly buy a car from you.
Just doing a quick search around for tyres, and it seems very difficult to find 225/R19/30/ZRs... No problem, with that width fitting, getting 30 profile tyres with 20" rims, or 35 profile tyres with 19" rims, but not 19" rims with 30 profiles.
Anyone got any reccos, in that respect?
I'll ask the car dealer where I got the car from where he obtained the new tyres he's just fitted to the rear, otherwise it looks like I'll have to go for 35 profiles next time.
Marco.
Impressive stuff. A whole 12 hours? That's a suitable sample time.
Even my lawn mower uses a K&N filter, so I have a bit of experience of them.
Did you remove the oil they use at the factory then?
It's your engine. My choice would be to replace a cheap MAF sensor, rather than an engine rebuild, but hey, what do I know? Let's just say I would not knowingly buy a car from you.
Kevin, I'm no expert in this, but I used the K&N filters in my old Merc for 1000s of miles, sans oil, with no problems whatsoever. Indeed, Kevin (the very knowledgeable chap I was talking about before) recommended that. Therefore, mate, I can't see what the big deal about the oil is... :confused:
Marco.
The filters are pre-oiled at the factory.
If you didn't clean it, then you didn't need to re-oil it.
Foam filters block larger dust particles in their structure. They then use a bit of electrostatic energy to retain smaller particles. The really fine stuff relies on the oil coating to retain the particles, as it passes through the foam structure.
It all depends on the conditions you are using your cars in to how frequently you need to clean and re-oil them. If you don't oil them, you may as well fit a gauze filter, as it will effectively do the same job. Still, it's not mandatory, but as most filter manufacturers tell you to do it, I would suggest that it's a pretty good idea. It does not have to be done often. Over oiling a filter is not a good idea either.
I don't see the point in fitting a high performance filter, with good filtration properties if you are not going to use it properly. It's a bit like buying a decent cartridge and doing a half arsed set up.
Have a read of the link earlier in this thread, and make up your own mind.
I suppose I should have taken into account that in N Wales and Lancashire, it's not very dusty due to the frequency of the rain. :)
hifilover
14-04-2015, 17:30
Kevin
You're just coming across as a know-it-all tit now pal, hang your boots up whilst they're not too muddy from the hole you're very clearly digging for yourself!
You clearly know more than anyone else on here and you're clearly very good at reading instructions on what to do and not what to do so we'll leave it there!
hifilover
14-04-2015, 17:30
Just doing a quick search around for tyres, and it seems very difficult to find 225/R19/30/ZRs... No problem, with that width fitting, getting 30 profile tyres with 20" rims, or 35 profile tyres with 19" rims, but not 19" rims with 30 profiles.
Anyone got any reccos, in that respect?
I'll ask the car dealer where I got the car from where he obtained the new tyres he's just fitted to the rear, otherwise it looks like I'll have to go for 35 profiles next time.
Marco.
Personally I'd get 35's anyways, 30's are like rubber bands!!! :stalks:
The filters are pre-oiled at the factory.
If you didn't clean it, then you didn't need to re-oil it.
Well that's the answer. I have cleaned them, as in both [it's a V6 engine], by simply vacuuming up any crud, but they haven't been re-oiled since they were done at the factory.
I suppose I should have taken into account that in N Wales and Lancashire, it's not very dusty due to the frequency of the rain...
TBH, and I think we've discussed this before, we don't get that much rain here. I think there's a little 'micro climate' going on where I am. Right now, it's sunny and warm, and we're just about to do a barbecue outside for dinner. Out with of winter, it rains on average once a week (sometimes, although rarely, twice), but often not at all! :)
Marco.
Personally I'd get 35's anyways, 30's are like rubber bands!!! :stalks:
Yeah, I was thinking that....
Marco.
No pics showing, Paul.....
Marco.
Odd.
they're showing in my browser. Try these of the same car:
http://www.cars-directory.net/pics/lexus/gs300/2007/lexus_gs300_a1239048026b2599596_orig.jpg
http://www.cars-directory.net/pics/lexus/gs300/2007/lexus_gs300_a1249441233b2933430_orig.jpg
BTH K10A
14-04-2015, 17:41
Pics (from the ad) or it didn't happen! ;)
Marco.
Whats wrong with stock pics pulled from the internet :eyebrows:
Lol...
They weren't showing in my browser before, Paul (Google Chrome), but there are now, so not sure what was going on... Anyway, nice car :)
Marco.
Kevin
You're just coming across as a know-it-all tit now pal, hang your boots up whilst they're not too muddy from the hole you're very clearly digging for yourself!
You clearly know more than anyone else on here and you're clearly very good at reading instructions on what to do and not what to do so we'll leave it there!
You know nothing about me, my relevant studies/qualifications, or my experience in the field of automotive, and now aeronautical engineering, so what makes you think I don't know what I am talking about?
As for calling me a tit, is that really the best that you can do?
Here is what ITG say - http://www.itgairfilters.com/cleaning.htm
K&N - http://www.knfilters.com/faq.htm#10
Green Filter http://www.greenfilterusa.com/faqs.php#q12
Pipercross sell this - http://www.burtonpower.com/parts-by-brand/brands-o-to-p/pipercross/service-kit.html. I wonder what that is for?
I can't be arsed to look at all of the rest.
My job pays me well enough to afford to buy new speaker cable and even filter cleaning kits. ;)
Guys, let's keep the discussion from getting personal. Dan, please don't refer to other members here as a 'tit'. Ta!
Marco.
The filters are pre-oiled at the factory.
If you didn't clean it, then you didn't need to re-oil it.
Foam filters block larger dust particles in their structure. They then use a bit of electrostatic energy to retain smaller particles. The really fine stuff relies on the oil coating to retain the particles, as it passes through the foam structure.
It all depends on the conditions you are using your cars in to how frequently you need to clean and re-oil them. If you don't oil them, you may as well fit a gauze filter, as it will effectively do the same job. Still, it's not mandatory, but as most filter manufacturers tell you to do it, I would suggest that it's a pretty good idea. It does not have to be done often. Over oiling a filter is not a good idea either.
I don't see the point in fitting a high performance filter, with good filtration properties if you are not going to use it properly. It's a bit like buying a decent cartridge and doing a half arsed set up.
Have a read of the link earlier in this thread, and make up your own mind.
I suppose I should have taken into account that in N Wales and Lancashire, it's not very dusty due to the frequency of the rain. :)
I agree Kevin, except I'd go as far as to say "....at all" in place of "....if you are not going to use it properly" plus not bothering to oil a filter which relies on it seems a pretty good way to increase engine wear by allowing more particles through to the fuelling system.
For the most part, the OEM paper filters flow better than most HP filters (when HP filters are oiled and have some miles under the belt) as long as they're regularly changed. I read an article a while back comparing airflow from OEM/K&N and a handful of other aftermarket performance filter brands. The OEM won out when new. They're cheap, so replacing every few thou miles if in dry or dusty conditions keeps optimum performance. Many modern engines can have issues with oiled filters that are over oiled as you hint at. MAF sensors don't like a covering of oil mist from over oiled K&Ns, Pipercross or whatever. Increasing airflow by increasing the size of intake ram pipes to the airbox is usually more effective where possible. I have two tuned vehicles, and wouldn't bother with any aftermarket filters for either.
I'm sure there's a lot of sense in what you say, Paul. However, in my car, there was a notable increase in performance [engine felt perkier] (and an nice 'thrum' added to the engine note) when I swapped the stock Merc air filters for K&Ns, so I can't complain :)
Marco.
Some of the modern OEM filters also rely on oil to improve the filtration efficiency.
Blaming the air filter oil for MAF failure is laughable. If a filter is oiled correctly, no oil will be sucked out of the filter, even in fairly extreme cases.
Guys, let's keep the discussion from getting personal. Dan, please don't refer to other members here as a 'tit'. Ta!
Marco.
Agreed, our glorious leader would not use the forum to vent his views.:D
walpurgis
14-04-2015, 18:21
I used to run my own rebuilt and modified engines without filters, just a couple of large bell mouths on the carbs (yes it was a few years ago) and never saw any engine wear at all and I used to strip the engines regularly. Most of the crap in the engine comes from the burnt fuel and oil anyway rather than being sucked in.
Agreed, our glorious leader would not use the forum to vent his views.:D
What's that supposed to mean, daftee? There's a big difference between 'venting your views' and calling someone a 'tit' (or worse). Vented views are fine, personal insults aren't.
Marco.
Some of the modern OEM filters also rely on oil to improve the filtration efficiency.
Blaming the air filter oil for MAF failure is laughable. If a filter is oiled correctly, no oil will be sucked out of the filter, even in fairly extreme cases.
Yes, unless grossly over oiled. Never seen a MAF fail due to oil, but have seen some fuelling issues which were rectified upon cleaning the MAF and washing the air filter/re-oiling properly (a friend had over oiled the K&N fitted to his car...by quite a margin!)
The only one of mine to need oil is the one on the bike but that's a stock foam filter anyway, hence it's needed. No MAF there as it's straight to a Mikuni flatslide ;)
Am I supposed to fit a filter ?:rolleyes:
you'll be expecting me to put oil in next :mental:
Have you heard of that petrol/diesel stuff too? Weird, man.....
Marco.
You'll need a filter for that as well. :eek:
hifilover
14-04-2015, 19:36
Apologies, just don't like being told whats right or wrong by someone who doesn't even know me or my experience in this field but clearly wants to tell me and everyone else that his ways & views are right!
And if someone else mentions the bloody speaker cable thread I'm going to say stuff that gets me banned immediately!
Feel free to lock this thread as I'm regretting putting it up in all honesty!
Apologies, just don't like being told whats right or wrong by someone who doesn't even know me or my experience in this field but clearly wants to tell me and everyone else that his ways & views are right!
That's funny. That's almost exactly what I said earlier.
Add to the fact that my experience ties up with the manufacturers recommendations, especially in dusty conditions and climates, but you disagree with me and the manufactures and have the arrogance to call me a "know it all tit."
Let's leave that argument there now, folks. Any more, and it will be removed without further notice. Cheers!
Marco.
What's that supposed to mean, daftee? There's a big difference between 'venting your views' and calling someone a 'tit' (or worse). Vented views are fine, personal insults aren't.
Marco.
:D
For Dan, and any other 'petrolheads' interested, here's some of my own pics (rather than dealer shots) of my new jalopy, a Brabus modified Mercedes C350 Elegance CDI (shown parked outside our house):
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/1024x768q90/537/7oc29T.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/ex7oc29Tj)
This one is of course spoiled by a reflection of my ugly mug! :eyebrows:
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/1024x768q90/661/X2KL8q.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/idX2KL8qj)
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/1024x768q90/633/krdzkL.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/hlkrdzkLj)
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/1024x768q90/537/mzopMu.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/exmzopMuj)
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/1024x768q90/661/lafbIr.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/idlafbIrj)
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/1024x768q90/911/pDJW01.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pbpDJW01j)
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/1024x768q90/911/e7oiaZ.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pbe7oiaZj)
Marco.
What only 4 pipes? :D
looks the business, Marco..Reminds me of a Christopher Cross song.." Ride Like the Wind"
Audio Al
19-04-2015, 10:52
:eek:
Is it REALY called a BRA BUS :lol:
I was going to say " Perfect for tits " but I won't ;)
Hehehe... S'ok, I knowz I is a big tit, so quite apt! :D
Btw, are you still on that souped-up mobility scooter?
Marco.
Audio Al
19-04-2015, 11:25
Hehehe... S'ok, I knowz I is a big tit, so quite apt! :D
Btw, are you still on that souped-up mobility scooter?
Marco.
My fleet at the moment is
Fiat Panda diesel , 60 mpg , £30 tax , group 2 insurance , daily driver
Volvo 850 estate 1997 with 70k miles from new
Camper van as seen at the WW show 2 years running
BMW R1100 rt , Again 1997 under 30K from new
and 2 boats
Thats all folks :D
What only 4 pipes? :D
looks the business, Marco..Reminds me of a Christopher Cross song.." Ride Like the Wind"
4 pipes, plus the Bong in the back seat.... :eyebrows:
Aye, yon wid be a guid song tae play whilst cruisin' doon ra Autobahn! :smoking:
Marco.
Following on from the other thread...
Here's the video that sold me the colour. The dealer says no one buys it that and they didn't have an example. I didn't go for the brown leather - when I sat in a 911 in that colour I didn't actually like it but it looks fine somehow in the video. I went for half leather in black and spent the money on active cruise instead (drive by radar - great when you are knackered!).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GReZIIRP0eM
Will sling some actual photos up later. Busy.
Looks gorgeous, mate! :stalks:
A coupé just wouldn't be practical for us, as we need a car that seats four people comfortably, has a large boot, plus the facility to put a roof box on top, for those wine-buying trips to France and Italy! ;)
The last Merc (the 'hearse') was an estate, bought for the same purpose, but we decided that we didn't *really* need an estate, and so this time went for a saloon. It was the Brabus sports engine conversion/body pack that sold the car to me though, and like you say it's mean, rather 'purposeful' looks... :cool:
Marco.
I had 2 Merc SLKs from new before it - been driving those for 13 years. The most recent was a 3 litre V6 rated as 0-60 in 6.3.
When I got the Boxster and drove it round their Silverstone facility, I had serious, serious problems believing the Merc specs. The Boxy thing in practise is just massively quicker. Handling round corners is insanely good, no front engine lean.
Everything is an extra on a Porker though and you really have to watch the price. I sat there and configured one to over £80K on the Porsche website - for a plain old Boxster. Madness.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-j51NkUyvrLk/VCfru-ZrOMI/AAAAAAAACOo/61vdKe5VeFk/w1029-h579-no/DSC01514
Me driving out in the blue Boxster at Silverstone. And back again. Photos by an on looking wife who'd just had a nice meal in the Porsche restaurant. OK for some:)
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-LUbgAiZzUHw/VCfsFTVXLhI/AAAAAAAACOw/nmQaBHk_wtQ/w1029-h579-no/DSC01523
Forgot to say they give you an equivalent spec car for the Silverstone stints.
Cool... How much did that cost to do? Would love to take the Brabus round the same track :)
Marco.
It is free but only with a new piece of pork. Otherwise I believe around £550 for a Boxster. Only for Porsches though. It isn't the standard Silverstone track, which I am sure you could take the Brabus on. Do it it is brilliant fun and makes you realise what a bummer real roads and speed limits are:D
Porsche have a large facility up there with all sorts of hazards (including water) and two race tracks albeit small ones. The 2nd race track was added recently. They get through £30,000 of tyres a month. Really!
So what are the mods Brabus did to the standard spec Merc, Marco? Can't believe no one has asked.
Cool car Marco but the steering wheel was put on the wrong side!
Here only mail trucks are right hand drive.
So what are the mods Brabus did to the standard spec Merc, Marco? Can't believe no one has asked.
Lol...
There's around the best part of £10k of Brabus kit and mods fitted, consisting of full body kit (side skirts, sill skirts and rear valance, front and rear spoiler), lowered sports suspension, bespoke 19" black alloy wheels, D6 engine remap/customised injection system, quad stainless-steel exhaust system, tinted front and rear windows, leather sports steering wheel, bespoke Brabus control pedals for brake and accelerator, chromed/leather gear stick/knob, custom floor mats, stainless steel illuminated (with Brabus logo) front and rear door footplates, and chromed (with Brabus logo) front and rear door locking mechanisms, and Brabus bonnet and boot badges.
I think that's it! :eyebrows:
Marco.
Cool car Marco but the steering wheel was put on the wrong side!
Here only mail trucks are right hand drive.
Hehehe... I forgot to take pics of the interior. Might do that later! I think on your side of the pond they'd call it a 'sports sedan' :)
Marco.
Audio Al
19-04-2015, 15:51
leather sports steering wheel, chromed/leather gear stick/knob, stainless steel illuminated (with Brabus logo)
Woo :eyebrows:
I'd rather have a Brabus than an AMG if only because it just sounds cooler. All the goodies probably make the car an extremely good buy TBH as I expect you did NOT pay a £10K premium for them on the 2nd hand market. Far, far less I expect.
Anyway promised pics taken on day of registration. Then I'll say what I think is good and bad about the car later.
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-p-zL3YyC_EE/VTPKkJSMyOI/AAAAAAAACjw/SXSFKyNJ4WE/w1060-h597-no/DSC01340.JPG
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-ByttGUdAXjk/VTPLlnO013I/AAAAAAAACj4/0zOpYKb4Is4/w1060-h597-no/marco.jpg
Sky reflection means it looks a rather different colour to the video.
leather sports steering wheel, chromed/leather gear stick/knob, stainless steel illuminated (with Brabus logo)
Woo :eyebrows:
Yesh, the word 'BRABUS', in large letters, is illuminated at night in a rather cool cobalt blue, which stands out nicely, inset into the stainless steel door plates. Also when you open the car doors at night, it activates some downward pointing sill lights, which produce 4 individual blue beams of light underneath each door, so that (if you're pished, haha) you can see what you're stepping down onto.... :eyebrows:
Also, with the stainless steel quad exhaust system, the engine makes a nice 'thrummm' sound, when you start it up and while it's being driven, but it's not stupidly 'boy racer' loud: just a nice (but subtle) deep rasp, when you accelerate, which I suspect is reminiscent of one of your epic (and infamous) botty burps! :lol:
Marco.
That's a gorgeous looking car, Justin! Nice pics :)
I'd rather have a Brabus than an AMG if only because it just sounds cooler.
You mean the name 'Brabus' sounds cooler than 'AMG'? I suppose that's a matter of opinion. Much as I like AMG Mercs, you see quite a few them on the road, but hardly ever any significantly Brabus-modified Mercs - and you know I like to have something a bit different from 'the norm'! ;)
All the goodies probably make the car an extremely good buy TBH as I expect you did NOT pay a £10K premium for them on the 2nd hand market. Far, far less I expect.
Indeed (on all counts)... You never get your money back on that sort of stuff, but what does do is make the car bespoke/unique and thus increase its desirability factor for those who appreciate what it is.
I absolutely love it. It's a gorgeous thing to drive - 'sits' on the road so well, handles beautifully, and provides a suitable adrenaline rush in appropriate circumstances when you can 'give it some'... :eyebrows: What I am having to get used to is all sorts of folk stopping to admire it and/or ask me exactly what it is!!
Marco.
Admiring remarks? I have had a few so far.
My fave is pulling up to a level crossing to be greeted by the simple prose of "tosser!". Accolades like that indicate genuine jealousy.
Next up I pull up to some light with 3 old guys in their 70s+. One says "what about the woman?":D.
Third up some Indian dude pulls up next to me and starts taking the piss. "Wow man - that car. It is sooooo f*cked up. It is soooooo nice. I wanna race!". Where upon he proceeded to not race. Loser:)
But basically I bought it to pull chicks. Waste of money so far... :lol:;)
Ha - perhaps the girlies will be more impressed when they clap eyes on your Apogees! :eyebrows:
You're right though, the waste of space fannies who call you a tosser would swap places with you in a nanosecond if they could... Best thing to do in that situation is toss them a pound coin and shout: 'Here, go and buy a bag of chips and have a wash!', then drive off.
They deserve to be treated with utter disdain! :D
Marco.
Anyway the car...
I went 19 inch Boxster S wheels. The 20s on the car I test drove are 2K more than even that option. They make the car drive like it is on rails and yet it is still quite a comfortable ride. The cheaper 19s add a bit more comfort and still handle very well.
The manual was hard on the clutch so I went PDK auto which is easy to drive very quickly and gives you 4 different ways to change gear. As autos go it is alright.
Exhaust sounds are exceptional without sounding too wanker aftermarket 3rd party if you know what I mean. Hard to get right, this.
Seats for me are very comfortable.
Active cruise will get you through mega queues will little effort, or track the car in front of you like a hawk at any speed with an excellent guarantee you won't run into the back of him. Just choose your tailing distance.
Roof works to 31 mph and takes 9 secs. Nice feature. Rag top compromise though.
The bad - the air con con. I didn't choose dual zone but what they don't tell you is that this option is open loop. Feels like you have gone back to the 70s manually controlling it all the time. Quite frankly unbelievable.
Engine is in the back and that means on a cold day a lot of piping has to warm up before you get warm feet.
Tyres on some motorway surfaces produce excessive roar.
All interesting stuff... The latter can sometimes be addressed by using a different make of tyres - some are defo quieter on the road than others. Michelins, Avons and Contis I find are good for that, as well as providing great grip.
Also, what's the profile on your tyres? Mine are super-low 30s, so you're bound to 'feel' the road more, and not always in a good way! The "roar" you describe, however, is mostly down to the type of road surface you drive on - some surfaces are unbelievably noisy :eek:
Marco.
I believe it has summer tyres on. Good Year Eagle - the rears are 26540ZR19 98Y good to 186 mph.
They aren't that low profile TBH but they are good enough for Boxster S performance. However they are hard but even in the winter the grip seems awesome. You'd need a track to find out though - this is the first car I have owned that doesn't feel like you are pushing the car - rather the car is daring you knowing full well it can do whatever you want if you have the guts, LOL.
The wideness of the front ones means that turning tightly gives a kind of skipping effect. Bit disconcerting until you find out what it is. Really noticeable on bricked parking lots.
I'm sure a softer compound would fair better but last less long. I do a lot of miles in general so wear rates are important.
hifilover
20-04-2015, 10:33
Stunning that Marco...
For an oil burner ;) :D
anthonyTD
20-04-2015, 10:57
Yep, looks a cracker!
Still prefer my 330d M Sport though ;)
A...
Beobloke
20-04-2015, 11:49
Lol...
There's around the best part of £10k of Brabus kit and mods fitted, consisting of body kit (side skirts, sill skirts and rear valance), lowered sports suspension, bespoke 19" black alloy wheels, D6 engine remap/customised injection system, quad stainless-steel exhaust system, tinted front and rear windows, leather sports steering wheel, bespoke Brabus control pedals for brake and accelerator, chromed/leather gear stick/knob, stainless steel illuminated (with Brabus logo) front and rear door footplates, and chromed (with Brabus logo) front and rear door locking mechanisms, and Brabus bonnet and boot badges.
I think that's it! :eyebrows:
Marco.
That's quite some spec, but couldn't you have bought a proper C63AMG for a similar price? As an added bonus, it wouldn't run on tractor fuel.... :D
walpurgis
20-04-2015, 11:52
That's quite some spec, but couldn't you have bought a proper C63AMG for a similar price? As an added bonus, it wouldn't run on tractor fuel.... :D
There's one of those parked opposite my house at the moment. Makes a hell of a fine noise when he fires it up. A great big 'whoomp' and then rumbles away. Nice!
That's quite some spec, but couldn't you have bought a proper C63AMG for a similar price? As an added bonus, it wouldn't run on tractor fuel.... :D
Lol - I did look at some, but didn't really like 'em that much, and they're rather more common than Brabus-modified Mercs! ;)
In that respect, AMGs are a bit 'meh'. I like to be different.... :eyebrows:
Marco.
Yep, looks a cracker!
Still prefer my 330d M Sport though ;)
Lol... Yes, but but don't forget that yours isn't as good as someone else's we know! :lol: ;)
Fancy a wee race next time I'm down? :D
Marco.
Stunning that Marco...
For an oil burner ;) :D
Sniff my burn-blast, baby! :eyebrows:
Marco.
Always nice to see someone enjoying their new toy.:) were it not so life would be tedious.
....as I am enjoying mine
anthonyTD
20-04-2015, 13:35
:eek: Aye :D
Lol... Yes, but but don't forget that yours isn't as good as someone else's we know! :lol: ;)
Fancy a wee race next time I'm down? :D
Marco.
Audio Al
20-04-2015, 16:26
I like to be different
And BOY is he different :ner:
Special case or special needs? :D :eyebrows:
Marco.
Audio Al
20-04-2015, 17:03
Head case with special needs dear boy :lol:
The wanky exhaust thing I was on about... don't take driving lessons from this dude.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0e9HkN1-dk
Now HE *is* a PROPA, full-on, PRIMO fanny! :doh: :wanker:
I was actually willing him to crash (as long it didn't result in him injuring any innocent people), because THAT would've been *sooo* funny!!
Nice exhaust noise, though. Mine (being fitted to a diesel engine) isn't anything like as loud as that, but then I wouldn't want it to be.... ;)
Marco.
anthonyTD
20-04-2015, 17:37
Sounds just like mine! ;)
Yours is a 'proper' Porsche, though! Until it breaks down...... :eyebrows:
No offence, Justin! ;)
Marco.
Better with a CMax :eyebrows::wheniwasaboy:
I thought you preferred a KLI-MAX? :D
Marco.
I thought you preferred a KLI-MAX? :D
Marco.
:rfl: ashamed to say I remember them well:D
Now HE *is* a PROPA, full-on, PRIMO fanny! :doh: :wanker:
I was actually willing him to crash (as long it didn't result in him injuring any innocent people), because THAT would've been *sooo* funny!!
Nice exhaust noise, though. Mine (being fitted to a diesel engine) isn't anything like as loud as that, but then I wouldn't want it to be.... ;)
Marco.
To be fair if it is anything like my sister's F-Type it probably has a de-wankify button to make it STFU.
There's a whole series of those iPE videos on the tube - subscribe if you feel you need more:D
The vinyl wrap videos make me smile - and the Arab videos terrorising Knightsbridge.
I fink the Brabus needs a blue chrome, no?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypLUq6h718o
This is what the TVR I had sounded like.
http://youtu.be/9ZMy_EzYcVI
Hardly subtle, and not much good for trying to drive quietly anywhere. :eek:
I fink the Brabus needs a blue chrome, no?
Oh f*ck, no...... How to instantly CHAV-ify a Lambo! :doh:
In other news, the Brabby is going in tomorrow for a Terraclean:
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Had it done to the last Merc, and it made quite a difference! :)
Marco.
Remember seeing that WD episode. The older the Merc the better it'll do I expect.
Yup, the last time I had it done, the Terraclean had nearly as much effect as the remap! :eek:
This vid shows exactly what my car looks like, inside and out:
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Marco.
Ninanina
20-04-2015, 20:38
Sorry Marco I really hate the look of your new car... definitely a pimpmobile... far too brash for my liking... :doh:
Lol... S'ok, I realise it's not for everyone :)
Marco.
I'm also going to try some of this stuff in the Brabby, which is supposed to be excellent: http://www.evanscoolants.co.uk/Coolants/Performance/power_cool_180
:)
Marco.
walpurgis
20-04-2015, 22:40
Waterless coolants have some big advantages Marco, but make damn sure any place that works on the car knows it's in there. 'Cos if anybody adds water or a water based coolant it will bugger things up big time!
anthonyTD
21-04-2015, 10:35
Aye,
And who's Justin, i hope its Timberlake, he's got dem moves :dance:
Yours is a 'proper' Porsche, though! Until it breaks down...... :eyebrows:
No offence, Justin! ;)
Marco.
The Black Adder
21-04-2015, 10:42
Or is it this Justin?
https://media.ents24network.com/image/000/076/569/819557bfe379f2d4cd7c5aac51e7858f711e9ccb.jpg
anthonyTD
21-04-2015, 11:07
:doh:
Or is it this Justin?
https://media.ents24network.com/image/000/076/569/819557bfe379f2d4cd7c5aac51e7858f711e9ccb.jpg
Waterless coolants have some big advantages Marco, but make damn sure any place that works on the car knows it's in there. 'Cos if anybody adds water or a water based coolant it will bugger things up big time!
Indeed, and I will. However, I think there are stickers supplied, which will be stuck on appropriate parts of the engine to warn whoever is working on the car that it's running on waterless coolant :)
Just back from having the car Terracleaned.... WOW - what a difference!! :eek:
It's had the same effect as the last time: engine pulls better/harder, feels quicker and more responsive, runs more smoothly and sounds quieter. It's really quite an immediate and noticeable improvement. Fuel economy should also improve, and I'll be monitoring that on the trip counter over the next few days...
All in all, a very worthwhile exercise for £132. I'm delighted with the results :cool:
Now, I'm off to buy the Evans Powercool 180, in readiness for Kevin (the chap who works on my car) to install on Friday, along with the brand new K&N performance air filters I removed from my old car, so I've still got that improvement to come! Unfortunately, in terms of the Evans coolant, for my car I need 12 litres of coolant and the same amount of Prep Fluid, which won't be cheap.... Hey-ho!
Marco.
Aye,
And who's Justin, i hope its Timberlake, he's got dem moves :dance:
Lol... User211, who owns the Boxter, daftee! :)
Marco.
anthonyTD
21-04-2015, 20:09
Ahh understood, sorry Justin!
Lol... User211, who owns the Boxter, daftee! :)
Marco.
Good to see you clean up your act Marco. About time:)
Lol... Not sure what you mean? :eyebrows:
Marco.
anthonyTD
22-04-2015, 12:21
Yes, i was wondering the same thing ? :scratch:
Lol... Not sure what you mean? :eyebrows:
Marco.
I think he's referring to the Terraclean I had carried out on my car: clean engine, thus my 'act' has been cleaned up, too... It was a wee joke - bit of a pish one, though! :eyebrows:
Btw, I'd thoroughly recommend that you put your Beemer through the same process (simply google for your nearest Terraclean outlet), as I guarantee you'll notice a big difference afterwards in how the engine responds.
The point is, with second-hand cars, you don't know how well they've been looked after by their previous owners. Yes, the service history will tell you something, but not if various internal engine parts are clogged up with carbon, as a result of the cars in question having been run on cheap oil and supermarket fuel! ;)
Marco.
https://www.terraclean.co.uk/find-a-local-agent
Oh look, there's one in Pontypridd - here: http://www.automototyres.co.uk/
;)
This is also worth a read: https://www.terraclean.co.uk/how-terraclean-works
Marco.
hifilover
23-04-2015, 10:22
Just to update..
The 745i buy is no longer :(
Warranty issues with previous owner and a gearbox fault that requires fixing and BMW have quoted £2k inc. labour... I'm not paying that and neither is the warranty (no ideas why as BMW Bowker wouldn't say/don't fully know)!
The hunts back on...
£12k max, must be a V8 (or poss a V12) and a nice GT or a 4 door luxo-barge :)
Any suggestions/recommendations?!
walpurgis
23-04-2015, 10:35
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MORRIS-MINOR-EX-GPO-TELECOM-VAN-ORIGINAL-FLEET-NUMBER-NO-RESERVE-/261859523291?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3cf80b3adb
:lol:
big money those M Minors. never liked them personally build wise but they look good...used to like the hillman imps:eyebrows:
Gordon Steadman
23-04-2015, 10:45
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MORRIS-MINOR-EX-GPO-TELECOM-VAN-ORIGINAL-FLEET-NUMBER-NO-RESERVE-/261859523291?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3cf80b3adb
:lol:
Now that really is worth every penny of the current quote. Character in spades - not like these modern Euro barges (yes I do drive one). Give me ten oldies but goodies rather than one modern flash one any day.
hifilover
23-04-2015, 11:07
God I like that...
Where's the engine though? Someones nicked it and put a FlyMo block in ;)
walpurgis
23-04-2015, 11:18
Top speed 74mph. 0-60, eventually. What more do you need?
Ali Tait
23-04-2015, 12:06
Just to update..
The 745i buy is no longer :(
Warranty issues with previous owner and a gearbox fault that requires fixing and BMW have quoted £2k inc. labour... I'm not paying that and neither is the warranty (no ideas why as BMW Bowker wouldn't say/don't fully know)!
The hunts back on...
£12k max, must be a V8 (or poss a V12) and a nice GT or a 4 door luxo-barge :)
Any suggestions/recommendations?!
A no brainer if you want a fast V8 barge for sane money - Jaguar S Type- R. 4.2 supercharged V8, 400bhp. You can pick up a really good example for 6-8k.
hifilover
23-04-2015, 12:14
Top speed 74mph. 0-60, eventually. What more do you need?
Is that all down hill too?! ;) :p
hifilover
23-04-2015, 12:15
A no brainer if you want a fast V8 barge for sane money - Jaguar S Type- R. 4.2 supercharged V8, 400bhp. You can pick up a really good example for 6-8k.
I'd love one BUT they're far too small in the back.
Have already been out in a few and they're a no-go :(
try a 2.5 litre subaru forrester....fab motor and can really motor..a wolf in sheeps clothing. great the way it tears fancy looki!g cars apart
Here you go: :)
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201504072404391/sort/pricedesc/make/jaguar/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/page/1/radius/1500/model/s-type/price-from/6000/channel/cars/quicksearch/true/postcode/g715lh/usedcars?logcode=p
Ali Tait
23-04-2015, 13:54
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/AUDI-S5-QUATTRO-V8-AUTO-LOW-MILEAGE-/261857953423?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3cf7f3468f
Ali Tait
23-04-2015, 13:55
Or-
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2007-57-RS4-B7-AVANT-4-2-V8-SILVER-BUCKETS-FRIDGE-SAT-NAV-HEATED-FRONT-AND-REAR-/221749950535?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item33a153b847
Ali Tait
23-04-2015, 13:57
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Jaguar-XJ-R-PORTFOLIO-LTD-EDITION-SAT-NAV-LEATHER-/231519095706?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item35e79d0b9a
BTH K10A
23-04-2015, 15:09
Or-
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2007-57-RS4-B7-AVANT-4-2-V8-SILVER-BUCKETS-FRIDGE-SAT-NAV-HEATED-FRONT-AND-REAR-/221749950535?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item33a153b847
Big issue with these is the front seats getting nicked.
A no brainer if you want a fast V8 barge for sane money - Jaguar S Type- R. 4.2 supercharged V8, 400bhp.
Ah yes, that's a cool car... I had a nice look at it in my rear view mirror, when I beat one on the Wrexham by-pass the other day! ;)
Marco.
hifilover
23-04-2015, 16:45
try a 2.5 litre subaru forrester....fab motor and can really motor..a wolf in sheeps clothing. great the way it tears fancy looki!g cars apart
Good idea but not quite a V8 or a GT / cruiser ;)
hifilover
23-04-2015, 16:46
Here you go: :)
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201504072404391/sort/pricedesc/make/jaguar/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/page/1/radius/1500/model/s-type/price-from/6000/channel/cars/quicksearch/true/postcode/g715lh/usedcars?logcode=p
Please see a few posts above ;)
hifilover
23-04-2015, 16:48
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Jaguar-XJ-R-PORTFOLIO-LTD-EDITION-SAT-NAV-LEATHER-/231519095706?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item35e79d0b9a
Yeah; the XJR is one car I've been looking at, a lot...
It's not getting me excited though but still very well worth going out for a spin in one :)
I'm not interested in Audi's... Know too many folk who've had them and they've been riddled with issues...
walpurgis
23-04-2015, 16:54
If you fancy a top speed of nearly 200mph (unrestricted). Here's a very well built, extremely fast big car nobody ever thinks of.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VOLKSWAGEN-PHAETON-W12-6-0-WITH-BENTLEY-TYPE-ENGINE-AUTOMATIC-TIPTRONIC-/281647823704?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item419384bb58
hifilover
23-04-2015, 17:03
Yeah; I've been out in a Phaeton or 2 and they just don't do it for me
Built too much like a Mondeo and rattle like hell inside...
Plus that one; jesus! I wouldn't piss on it if it was on fire...
Who the hell thinks selling a car in that state with pictures like that is a good idea!
Dan, swing the necessary criteria past me again for your car choice and I'll see what I can come up with :)
Marco.
hifilover
23-04-2015, 17:14
V8/V12 - GT or a decent cruiser/luxo-barge
NOT Audi and not an S Type R as they're for midgets in the rear ;)
I'm off to see a BMW 650i tomorrow or Sunday
hifilover
23-04-2015, 17:41
Ideally £12k max but could go higher... This is to be a garage queen so don't want to sink too much into it as I'll be looking again 12months time haha :)
How about a Mercedes C55 AMG?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2005-Mercedes-Benz-C-Class-5-4-C55-AMG-4dr-/331536281445?_trksid=p2054897.l4275
Or this one, which I was seriously considering before I spied the Brabus, and has a gorgeous interior and super-low mileage:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mercedes-Benz-C-Class-C55-4dr-Auto-5-5/291245022100?_trksid=p2054897.c100204.m3164&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D20140407115239%26meid%3D5ee64bda56f346139e2 ea29e3be6cb45%26pid%3D100204%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D30%2 6sd%3D331536281445
Marco.
hifilover
23-04-2015, 19:20
BMW M5?
Sold mine 3 months ago; been there, done that :)
What about the Mercs?
Marco.
hifilover
23-04-2015, 19:40
Might be mad but they don't do anything for me...
Lol.... So how come you like mine?
Marco.
He is being polite. :eek:
:lol:
You going to answer my PMs? :scratch:
:ner:
Oh shit, yes, I meant to do that earlier.... Gimme 10 mins!
Marco.
hifilover
23-04-2015, 21:19
It's black on black...
I like the look of all black on back cars...
Even oil burners ;)
Indeed, I know. Basically it's as cool as fuck.... :eyebrows: :D
I'll see if I can find you a pee-wee petrol pish-cart that's as shexy!
Marco.
hifilover
24-04-2015, 11:57
Ooft: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2000-Mercedes-Benz-S-Class-5-8-S600L-Limousine-4dr-/161673664131?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item25a4805683
:drool: :bonk:
And with a little bit of exhaust (mani back) fettling:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oN8pHJ3sQ0Q
Haha :D
Lol..... Interesting car!
15 years old, though, so could have a catalogue of (expensive) problems lurking around the corner. Very low mileage, however, which is surprising. Wonder why the mileage is so low? It's probably worth £10k :)
Marco.
hifilover
25-04-2015, 07:36
I know but what fun that would be haha ;)
I wouldn't give them the asking price, never have done. Cash is king!
Didn't get chance in the BMW yesterday as had to wait in all day for a 3T top soil delivery which didn't turn up until just after 6...
Going out in it tomorrow morning, the guys actually picking me up!
Going against my words as well I'm going to have a look at an S8 for sale locally... Looks unbelievably immaculate, the pictures he's sent makes it look like its never been out of the garage, still has the OEM underseal in place!
Nice one, mate. Sounds cool. Let us know how it goes :)
Btw, was at the garage yesterday and had the K&N air filters fitted, together with a WIX-racing oil filter, see here: http://www.wixfilters.com/Content.aspx?ct=rc
And that, along with installing the Evans Powercool 180 waterless coolant, has further increased engine acceleration and performance. The car's running like a dream now - well pleased! :cool:
Marco.
hifilover
25-04-2015, 09:11
Sounds like a good job well done!
I've put waterless coolant in my ZT-T 190; it's a Rover at the end of the day so likes to get rusty inside haha...
Did a full coolant flush beforehand and the stuff that came out was disgusting!
I use the onboard IPK system to look at the engine running temps every so often and it runs perfectly; when it had the standard OAT coolant in it always ran normal but too close to too high a temp for my liking!
hifilover
25-04-2015, 09:13
The car's running like a Ferguson-Massey now - well pleased! :cool:
Marco.
:D ;)
Lol - very good! :D
I tried the Evans waterless coolant primarily to see if it would increase engine responsiveness and performance, and I'm happy to report that it does, although at some expense (around £200 for my car, with a 10.5 litre coolant system). The other bonus, of course, is that the coolant will last a lifetime, thus saving me money in the long run, as I intend to keep this car for a number of years.
Although the process is lengthy, for a large engine, of thoroughly draining out the old coolant, applying the prep fluid, totally flushing out all the old stuff, and waiting for the engine to cool down sufficiently in order to put the new waterless coolant in (yesterday with my car that took 5 hours in total), the results are well worth it.
When an oil change is next due, I'm going to give some Motul 300V 5W30 racing oil a go, which appears to be proven to further increase power. Watch an interesting video here:
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The secret seem to be the ESTER-core technology:
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Opie stock it: http://www.opieoils.co.uk/pv-131993-motul-300v-power-racing-5w-30-racing-engine-oil-4-x-2-litres.aspx?utm_source=ProductSearch&utm_medium=GoogleBase&utm_campaign=GoogleBase_ProductsFeed&utm_content=131993&gclid=CjwKEAjw9uypBRD5pMDYtsKxvXcSJACcb9AYyuI7uimu Umo_Xw4jKuAXvjK-xERUZcYpNWB0Qs2hDRoCNOHw_wcB#p-lookup
More info: http://www.goapr.co.uk/products/motul_oil_300v.html
Spec sheet: http://www.opieoils.co.uk/pdfs/MOTUL/300V-Power-Racing-5W-30-8255-%28GB%29.pdf
I'll give it a go, anyway, and see whether I consider it better than the Mobil 1 I'm currently using - all good tweakage fun! :eyebrows:
Marco.
anthonyTD
25-04-2015, 11:56
I learnt to drive in one just like that, same colour too, ex GPO!
Now that really is worth every penny of the current quote. Character in spades - not like these modern Euro barges (yes I do drive one). Give me ten oldies but goodies rather than one modern flash one any day.
How are you getting on with Becky's car, mate? :)
Marco.
I'm really not sure how coolant can increase performance? Are you saying that there is now less drag on the water pump?
The fact that you changed filters at the same time may have something to do with it?
See here, Kev: http://www.courtenaysport.co.uk/downloads/PowerCool-PDS.pdf
Noting, this part...
Maximise BHP:
Evans Waterless Coolants eliminate pre-ignition and detonation caused by overheating - thus increasing combustion efficiency and delivering more power.
On the front of the container it also says: "Improves fuel burn for maximum BHP".
Cumulatively, that seems to be what's happening, as I can definitely feel the 'before & after' difference - and it's too pronounced simply to have come from just from an oil filter change [especially as the one that came out wasn't that old]! :)
Marco.
I've also been researching tyres, as the rear ones currently on my car (fitted as dictated in order to pass its MOT by the garage that sold me the car), are cheapo Accelera ones, so not ideal. Well, they weren't gonna fit Pirellis merely to pass the MOT.... The fronts are rather nice Avon ZZ3s, with 6mm of tread still on them, so they're fine.
Therefore, I've ordered a set of these (race designed) Pirelli P-Zero Corsas, from Demon Tweeks, which handily is just down the road from me: http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/performance/tyres-2/pirelli-p-zero-corsa-system-tyre
Now that I've optimised the car's engine performance as far as I probably want to go, I need tyres to match! :)
Marco.
Big reduction from 1500 to 650 ...
Sorry, mate, what are you referring to? :)
Marco.
Do you take her on track days Marco?
Seems a shame not to...
Not yet, mate, but it's certainly something I'm considering. Never done it before! :)
Marco.
The Barbarian
25-04-2015, 15:22
Dude can't you have the car de badged, those badges don't look good to me?
Lol... In what way? I rather like them :)
Marco.
See here, Kev: http://www.courtenaysport.co.uk/downloads/PowerCool-PDS.pdf
Noting, this part...
On the front of the container it also says: "Improves fuel burn for maximum BHP".
Cumulatively, that seems to be what's happening, as I can definitely feel the 'before & after' difference - and it's too pronounced simply to have come from just from an oil filter change [especially as the one that came out wasn't that old]! :)
Marco.
Marco,
Pre-ignition on a diesel is not common as it's compression ignition. You also need to make sure that the car runs at the correct temperature, as over cooling is not good. If the car runs cool it will inject more diesel as a result. In normal road use I doubt that it will get too hot. If you are caning it round a track, then that's a different matter.
I think you will find that the biggest difference was the K&N filter.
I certainly agree that decent tyres are a must on a car with that torque and power. As for the oil, make sure it has the correct additives for road use on a diesel. I always found Opie useful in this respect. I'm a Mobil 1 user, as it does what it says on the tin. There are other oils just as good such as Fuchs etc. For me it comes down to availability. However, I always make sure the oil has been qualified for the correct BMW LL04 specs.
Anyway, have fun. Tinkering with cars is much more fun than HiFi.
The Barbarian
25-04-2015, 15:28
Marco:
I think they look cheap imho.. Does it matter if the tuning company badges are plastered all over the car? im one of those that sit rubbing brand names off wire with brasso :D
Yeah, normally I'm the same... I know where you're coming from, but it would devalue the car, dude, if or when I sell it, as it's part of the modification package. Moreover, the name 'Brabus' is to car enthusiasts what SME is to T/T enthusiasts, so if you're into this stuff, it's all part of the attraction/desirability.
I should stress, however, that it wasn't the badges that sold the car to me, but how it looks overall, and most importantly, how it drives: pure grin-inducing adrenaline rush! [Although if someone said: 'Here, take this minto Jensen Interceptor instead', well................] ;)
Marco.
Used to run Pirellis on my Mercs. They grip well, but the rears tend to wear on the central band you see on the tread pattern quite markedly quicker than the rest of the tyre. I was never really sure why.
Still got pretty acceptable wear out of them though so don't worry.
Hi Kevin,
Marco,
Pre-ignition on a diesel is not common as it's compression ignition. You also need to make sure that the car runs at the correct temperature, as over cooling is not good. If the car runs cool it will inject more diesel as a result. In normal road use I doubt that it will get too hot. If you are caning it round a track, then that's a different matter.
Since the Evans has been installed, it's actually running a little hotter (which is predicted and expected). See here for a very interesting discussion about the Evans Coolant:
http://www.911uk.com/viewtopic.php?t=86209&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0
Note this bit too, in terms of increasing engine performance:
More BHP
When water-based coolants vapourise adjacent to the combustion zone, hot-spots are formed. These hot-spots have been proven to cause pre-ignition in petrol engines and detonation issues in diesel engines. Evans Waterless Coolants eliminates hot-spots and subsequently improve combustion efficiency and increase power delivery.
Seems feasible to me.
I think you will find that the biggest difference was the K&N filter.
No, this is different, trust me. I'm familiar with the effect of K&N filters, and this is not that.
I certainly agree that decent tyres are a must on a car with that torque and power.
Indeed. Fortunately, since I've bought the car, all we've had is sunshine. However, it's due to rain again soon, so it'll be interesting to see how much grip the Acceleras have in the wet. The Pirellis will defo be better, though. I also haven't been anywhere suitable to 'try out' the car properly. However an imminent trip to up to Scotland will change that :)
I'll be taking it to Germany later in the year - now *THAT* will be fun.... Autobahn, here we come!!! :eek: :eyebrows:
As for the oil, make sure it has the correct additives for road use on a diesel. I always found Opie useful in this respect. I'm a Mobil 1 user, as it does what it says on the tin. There are other oils just as good such as Fuchs etc. For me it comes down to availability. However, I always make sure the oil has been qualified for the correct BMW LL04 specs.
Yup, I agree. I've checked it out and all is ok with the Motul oil. It's used in Porsches, Mercs and BMWs all the time.
Anyway, have fun. Tinkering with cars is much more fun than HiFi.
Too bloody right!!! :D
Marco.
Fancy giving this stuff a go too, as it has a very good rep: https://www.merlinmotorsport.co.uk/p/red-line-85-plus-diesel-enhancer-355ml-70802
Would be interesting to see if it's better than the Millers I currently use :)
Marco.
Hi Kevin,
Since the Evans has been installed, it's actually running a little hotter (which is predicted and expected). See here for a very interesting discussion about the Evans Coolant:
http://www.911uk.com/viewtopic.php?t=86209&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0
Note this bit too, in terms of increasing engine performance:
Seems feasible to me.
No, this is different, trust me. I'm familiar with the effect of K&N filters, and this is not that.
Indeed. Fortunately, since I've bought the car, all we've had is sunshine. However, it's due to rain again soon, so it'll be interesting to see how much grip the Acceleras have in the wet. The Pirellis will defo be better, though. I also haven't been anywhere suitable to 'try out' the car properly. However an imminent trip to up to Scotland will change that :)
Yup, I agree. I've checked it out and all is ok with the Motul oil. It's used in Porsches, Mercs and BMWs all the time.
Too bloody right!!! :D
Marco.
no its not :ner:
Lol - depends wot tugs ya chain, honey..... ;)
Marco.
Have you tried Diesel Rhino?
Nope, but I know that it also gets a good rep. I shall add it to my list of forthcoming tweakage :D
Marco.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1991-J-LEXUS-LS400-TOYOTA-CELSIOR-SENSATIONAL-TIMEWARP-VEHICLE-/171544962474?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item27f0e065aa
On budget ;)
Marco,
One question as from a quick Google it seems really unclear.
What is Evans Power Cool made of?
It's described as a "Low Viscosity Synthetic Liquid". Dunno what the actual ingredients are it's made up from though, unless they're stated on the back of the containers... Fancy trying some in one of your 'fun mobiles'? :)
Marco.
If I can find out what it is, and if it cools better than the coolant I have.
I really don't need any more power. :scratch:
Bollox - you can NEVER have too much power, as long as you can control it! :eyebrows:
Marco.
walpurgis
25-04-2015, 19:33
Bollox - you can NEVER have too much power, as long as you can control it! :eyebrows:
Marco.
Isn't that what Hitler said? :lol:
I thought it was you rammin' yer caber in... Booyakasha! :bonk: :bonk:
:D :D
Marco.
walpurgis
25-04-2015, 19:46
Actually, I agree with the idea that you can never have too much power. Most of the quick things I've owned have been bikes though. Sub 4 secs to sixty gets to be a habit and you just know you can use a bit more.
Mind you, that's not quite the same thing as having more power than you need. If you just want to get from A to B and you can keep pace with motorway traffic, that's probably adequate.
For me, it's all about the thrill of having animal-like acceleration, and with big turbo diesel engines, that sensation of MENTALIST TORQUE, as it pins you back in your seat with such force that you almost need treatment for whiplash!! :eyebrows: :eyebrows:
Marco.
walpurgis
25-04-2015, 20:31
Ah, then what you need is a 1969 426 Hemi Dodge Charger!
http://i62.tinypic.com/55i5qe.jpg
Not diesel though. :)
walpurgis
25-04-2015, 21:25
Possibly the most interesting diesel car ever made was a Mercedes. The little known C111 experimental car.
It averaged 195.4 mph for 12 hours back in 1978.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercedes-Benz_C111
Ah, then what you need is a 1969 426 Hemi Dodge Charger!
Not diesel though. :)
It's as ugly as your mother-in-law's backside, though! Here are some pics of the Brabus bits inside me ol' jelopy....
4-spoke Leather/Alcantara black Sports steering wheel:
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/538/jVhTZP.jpg
Illuminated door entrance panels:
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/910/QIUV7v.jpg Doorlock pins: http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/907/b8GST8.jpg
Sports gearshift:
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/540/E5uwGs.jpg
Velour floor-mats and aluminium pedal pads:
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/537/ruAmQo.jpg
Full interior view:
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/537/YSLCKY.jpg
Marco.
Sub 4 secs to sixty gets to be a habit and you just know you can use a bit more.
Yep, that's what my car does now. It's a handful when it's damp. Getting to 100mph from 60 takes a few more seconds than getting to 60 from a stand still, so I guess a bit more power could be used.
More power would just make it more of a handful. I can break all of the speed limits in France in 2nd gear.
Why do I need more power? More grip would be better. ;)
It's always interesting when you put your foot down, the rear tyres spin and the back end starts going sideways.
Ninanina
25-04-2015, 21:32
My very old Merc e-class is diesel and it's been the most reliable car I have ever owned and it's been with me the longest time of any car I've owned... now over 8 years... however I am on the look out for a newer car... and I am again looking for a diesel car.. maybe a smaller one this time so I can get near to 65-70mpg on a run with £30 a year tax... I'd get a kick out of paying pretty much nothing to run the thing... I'm looking at Toyota Yaris diesel, Focus 1.6 diesel, Fiesta diesel etc etc
I love big cars but this time it will be smaller but super economical... :)
4-spoke Leather/Alcantara black Sports steering wheel:
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/538/jVhTZP.jpg
Illuminated door entrance panels:
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/910/QIUV7v.jpg Doorlock pins: http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/907/b8GST8.jpg
Sports gearshift:
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/540/E5uwGs.jpg
Velour floor-mats and aluminium pedal pads:
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/537/ruAmQo.jpg
Full interior view:
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/537/YSLCKY.jpg
Marco.
Your wheel is on the wrong side :eyebrows: oh no its not :lol:
Lovely finish inside though. as good as it gets really
Your wheel is on the wrong side :eyebrows: oh no its not :lol:
Lol.... Only the last pic is *actual*, the rest have been taken from the Brabus catalogue, but are identical to what's inside the car.
Lovely finish inside though. as good as it gets really
Cheers, mate. Just adds a touch of class, in the Mercedes tradition, to offset the somewhat 'brutal' exterior looks. You'll see it for yourself soon enough when I come up and visit. I'll take you for a spin... Just make sure you're Tena'd up to the max, in case you get a 'wee fright'!! :lol: :eek: :eyebrows:
Marco.
walpurgis
25-04-2015, 21:49
My very old Merc e-class is diesel and it's been the most reliable car I have ever owned and it's been with me the longest time of any car I've owned... now over 8 years... however I am on the look out for a newer car... and I am again looking for a diesel car.. maybe a smaller one this time so I can get near to 65-70mpg on a run with £30 a year tax... I'd get a kick out of paying pretty much nothing to run the thing... I'm looking at Toyota Yaris diesel, Focus 1.6 diesel, Fiesta diesel etc etc
I love big cars but this time it will be smaller but super economical... :)
One of my current cars is a small petrol engined, four door, four seater, that does around 70 mpg (claimed 74 mpg) if I take it easy, has zero tax and bottom rated insurance. It's a Suzuki Alto SZ that I bought new last year. It drives really well, very smooth and quiet, with good handling and roadholding. Surprisingly quick for its size too (0 to 60 is the same as my old Merc 190E). It doesn't use the dreaded timing belt either, just a good old timing chain driving the twin cams. It's no racer obviously, but I think it's brilliant (no good for big people though).
Ninanina
25-04-2015, 21:49
Just make sure you're Tena'd up to the max, in case you get a 'wee fright'!! :lol: :eek: :eyebrows:
Marco
:rfl::rfl: bless....
Ninanina
25-04-2015, 21:57
but I think it's brilliant (no good for big people though).
Luckily I am not a big person!!... I'll take a look ... thanks Geoff... ;)
Lol.... Only the last pic is *actual*, the rest have been taken from the Brabus catalogue, but are identical to what's inside the car.
Cheers, mate. Just adds a touch of class, in the Mercedes tradition, to offset the somewhat 'brutal' exterior looks. You'll see it for yourself soon enough when I come up and visit. I'll take you for a spin... Just make sure you're Tena'd up to the max, in case you get a 'wee fright'!! :lol: :eek: :eyebrows:
Marco.
If its any lower than my bro's I will not get in it.:) I nwill get some of these in shall I?;)
http://js.incontinencechoice.co.uk/media/catalog/product/cache/6/image/266x266/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/T/E/TENA_Pants_Plus_XL_12_NGP_INT.jpg
Just make sure you're Tena'd up to the max, in case you get a 'wee fright'!! :lol: :eek: :eyebrows:
Marco
:rfl::rfl: bless....
Hehehehe.... Super-economical is BORING though, Bev! I thought you liked a bit of excitement in your life.... ;)
Not the best video (and a different car from mine, although with a similar exhaust system), this is a bit like what my Brabby sounds like:
5wmbtcmSJAQ
Marco.
Ninanina
25-04-2015, 22:04
I nwill get some of these in shall I?;)
http://js.incontinencechoice.co.uk/media/catalog/product/cache/6/image/266x266/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/T/E/TENA_Pants_Plus_XL_12_NGP_INT.jpg
That's the ones Grant.... sure to keep you dry....:D
Ninanina
25-04-2015, 22:10
Hehehehe.... Super-economical is BORING though, Bev! I thought you liked a bit of excitement in your life.... ;)
Marco.
Actually you are quite right Marco I DO like a bit of excitment in my life which is why I also own a motor bike which gives me all the thrills I need so I don't need an exiting car so much... certianly my old e-class diesel is not exciting it is just 100% reliable and a solid old beast... so the next car will be the same but just more economical which I'd get a kick out of.... pretty much paying NOTHING to keep it on the road... :D
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