catsinthewelder Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 13 hours ago, stuboy said: Spent the morning with ford being shown how to change doors, A posts, cylinder heads and other possible serviceable part for the new fleet.. EFA Matty, horriblemercedes, High Jetter and 1 other 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lesapandre Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 Passport chaos : Check your passport folks - and fast track a replacement if needed before this strike starts as it sounds absolute chaos unless strike is called off - unless you can afford a wait. Its bad enough normally. Remember for the EU passport must be issued less than 10 years before the date you enter the country (check the 'date of issue') and be valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the 'expiry date') - check the .gov website for full details. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-64981979 andyberg 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyberg Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 We are going away in May. About a week after the 10 week estimated time, before the strike. So I paid another £60 for a passport interview. Went to Newport, 5 mins interview, she looked at my application and photos, took my old passport and that was it. New passport arrived less than a week later. In my opinion well worth the money to save you from the stress. Will do again with my son. lesapandre 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lesapandre Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 Yup I would recommend that too as BBC reports strike could cause a 1M backlog which will takes weeks to clear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horriblemercedes Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 I renewed my passport in the normal way when the 10 week delay was going on. I had the new one within two weeks lesapandre 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Earrings Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 It’s back! goosey, gm, Jerzy Woking and 24 others 27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Split_Pin Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 Always a great feeling! Welcome back! Pat Earrings 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Split_Pin Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 I had a chat with my wife yesterday afternoon as I could tell over the last week that she isn't entirely comfortable with the TT. She didn't want to tell me as she felt bad as I had gone to a lot of trouble to get it but the truth is that its an excuse to buy another car. As such she was surprised by my rather cheery response. She didn't like my Clio 172 as it was too fast and raucous and whilst the TT is a lot more refined, she doesn't like that it constantly wants to headbutt the horizon. Basically it's a bit mental for her. It is really fast. The Clio wasn't an issue as it was my driver but the TT is her daily so I want to get her something she's comfortable in. The easy part is that I want to find her a MK1 non S Bini as I think it will be perfect. The hard but also fun part is what to sell. The 75 and Cav are out because it took me 3 examples before I found these and I've really taken a notion for the Saab again. Equally though, I've only had the TT 5 minutes and would like to own it for a while longer. Rust Collector 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richardmorris Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 1 hour ago, Pat Earrings said: It’s back! A homing bluebird! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRi05 Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 57 minutes ago, Split_Pin said: I had a chat with my wife yesterday afternoon as I could tell over the last week that she isn't entirely comfortable with the TT. She didn't want to tell me as she felt bad as I had gone to a lot of trouble to get it but the truth is that its an excuse to buy another car. As such she was surprised by my rather cheery response. She didn't like my Clio 172 as it was too fast and raucous and whilst the TT is a lot more refined, she doesn't like that it constantly wants to headbutt the horizon. Basically it's a bit mental for her. It is really fast. The Clio wasn't an issue as it was my driver but the TT is her daily so I want to get her something she's comfortable in. The easy part is that I want to find her a MK1 non S Bini as I think it will be perfect. The hard but also fun part is what to sell. The 75 and Cav are out because it took me 3 examples before I found these and I've really taken a notion for the Saab again. Equally though, I've only had the TT 5 minutes and would like to own it for a while longer. CASH WAITING M7 Mally and Split_Pin 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Earrings Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 I have driven it a lot today (Bluebird) and it feels like it’s stretched it’s legs so to speak. Engine is healthy, gearbox lovely and snicky and to top it off it’s nice and warm again. Full cooling system renewed and it’s great to enjoy it. here’s a picture of it dismantled during its long stay away Shite Ron, MiniMinorMk3, mercedade and 5 others 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Split_Pin Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 Glad you got it back. It's like having a new car again eh? I have to say, I'm done with giving my cars to garages for jobs like this, they seem to have some actual physical inability to muster the words "That job is too much ramp time and not worth our while" (which I would understand completely). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Earrings Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 3 minutes ago, Split_Pin said: Glad you got it back. It's like having a new car again eh? I have to say, I'm done with giving my cars to garages for jobs like this, they seem to have some actual physical inability to muster the words "That job is too much ramp time and not worth our while" (which I would understand completely). That’s the best way of describing it. I got it late December and drove it a couple times and totally forgot how it felt. my garage are ace, great bunch of lads that don’t shy away from a challenge and are more than happy for you to come and have a look etc. rarity these days. A bluebird with a working heater is rare I’d imagine, always seen them not working or bypassed. Split_Pin and GrumpiusMaximus 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Split_Pin Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 Sounds like a good garage. My local one are great but it's belt and braces, I think I'd be stuck doing a heater matrix on the drive 😅 Enjoy it over the weekend if you are off. I can't remember the last time I saw one of these, a proper 80s car! Pat Earrings 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiC Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 2 hours ago, Split_Pin said: constantly wants to headbutt the horizon Put 95 octane into it? It'll retard the timing and cut back on the power. Or get a 180. Or tell her not to jab the go pedal quite so hard all the time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Split_Pin Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 Just now, SiC said: Put 95 octane into it? It'll retard the timing and cut back on the power. Or get a 180! It's already cutting itself back under hard acceleration which I need to identify the cause of. The way my wife drives it though she's never noticed that 😅 Although the Saab was about 220bhp it was progressive and wafts so you could drive it however you wanted. Too big for her works car park now they've crammed in a lot more spaces though. I think a 180 would still be pretty fast and much the same if I'm honest. She loved her Bini but it was a Prince engined pos so I'm looking for a MK1 for her, non-S! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GingerNuttz Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 I sometimes question my life choices.... Someone had stuck a plate over a hole with sikaflex then seam sealed it 🤣 must not have known about the painting duct tape technique. Last holes and she's done. HarmonicCheeseburger, Fat_Pirate, doug and 12 others 13 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Split_Pin Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 33 minutes ago, GingerNuttz said: Last holes Where did I hear you say that before 🤔 BorniteIdentity 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GingerNuttz Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 10 minutes ago, Split_Pin said: Where did I hear you say that before 🤔 Every single motor prob 🤣 Split_Pin and Twiggy 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Jetter Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 FAO Sussex/Kent shiters - the Pevensey Bay 'Vehicles of Yesteryear' is on April 1st (no, not a joke) 10am - 3pm. It's quite a small affair, I think 50-100 entries, but very friendly. It would be good to meet up with any from here who pop down. Rust Collector, RoverFolkUs, DoverShark and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain_70s Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 2 hours ago, GingerNuttz said: Every single motor prob 🤣 Lacquer Peel, davidfowler2000, coachie and 35 others 1 37 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoverShark Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 27 minutes ago, High Jetter said: FAO Sussex/Kent shiters - the Pevensey Bay 'Vehicles of Yesteryear' is on April 1st (no, not a joke) 10am - 3pm. It's quite a small affair, I think 50-100 entries, but very friendly. It would be good to meet up with any from here who pop down. Excellent, I’ve just insured the Saxo of Sadness and looking for a decent but fairly short trip for it… in preparation for it doing Lejog in May should lower the tone nicely Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GingerNuttz Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 7 minutes ago, captain_70s said: Belter 🤣 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Split_Pin Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 7 minutes ago, captain_70s said: There's a lot to unpack in that picture. loserone and BorniteIdentity 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GingerNuttz Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 2 minutes ago, Split_Pin said: There's a lot to unpack in that picture. Lot of PTSD. JMotor, Split_Pin, Fumbler and 7 others 1 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rust Collector Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 39 minutes ago, High Jetter said: FAO Sussex/Kent shiters - the Pevensey Bay 'Vehicles of Yesteryear' is on April 1st (no, not a joke) 10am - 3pm. It's quite a small affair, I think 50-100 entries, but very friendly. It would be good to meet up with any from here who pop down. I want to get out in some of my cars this year, so I’ll try and head over in the Lada or something if I’m about. Is there a secret handshake for recognising other shiters when out in public? Twiggy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Jetter Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 3 hours ago, DoverShark said: Excellent, I’ve just insured the Saxo of Sadness and looking for a decent but fairly short trip for it… in preparation for it doing Lejog in May should lower the tone nicely Entries are closed, so it's a fight for on-street parking for visitors. Annoyingly, the display is held on the car park. 3 hours ago, Rust Collector said: I want to get out in some of my cars this year, so I’ll try and head over in the Lada or something if I’m about. Is there a secret handshake for recognising other shiters when out in public? Rock up in a Lada, crash the display, I dare you! 🤣 Rust Collector 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrGTI6 Posted March 17, 2023 Share Posted March 17, 2023 Took the Megane 225 for a service today including a new timing belt and water pump. The old (Dayco) belt was 10 years old but still looked like it had plenty of life left in it! Glad it's done though for peace of mind. To celebrate, I took the scenic (pun intended) route back from the garage. What a car! Ferocious grip and properly beefy brakes. I'm convinced this thing must have been chipped/mapped. I can't find anything in the paperwork to suggest that it has, but it goes like fuck! I'm loving this car!!! loserone, JMotor, Pat Earrings and 4 others 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reb Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 Who knew there was a 7 *AM*? Twiggy, Lacquer Peel, JMotor and 6 others 5 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
w00dy Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 Hired this from Hertz for my move that's now not happening until at least Monday. 69k miles of courier use apparently. Seems to have held up well mechanically (not so muc cosmetically) and I do like the amount of spec modern vans have. MWB apparently, but it feels very long. Dyslexic Viking 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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