Recent content by Lucas

I used to get a noise that sounds similar to the one you describe in my old 16v. The noise disappeared when I had it decatted, so put it down a knackered cat. To be honest, it could be anything that has worked loose and is resonating at those particular engine speeds.

I went to Le Mans in a 182 in 06 and didn't bother with anything for the headlights. A friend took his M3 to BMW so they could adjust the beam, but seemed like a lot of effort to me, plus we didn't drive at night.

Who cares what speed you can hit in which gear? It's how fast is accelerates in each gear that matters.

I went from 182FF to Focus ST. As said in standard form there really will be very little in it. Wouldn't be surprised if some 'quick' cups are slightly quicker than STs they've raced, especially if the ST is low mileage. 182 was more fun and arguably quicker on twisty roads. Mk1 V6 - 0-60...

Well, looks awesome nonetheless - I'm just a bit of a xenons tart!

Looks great - would be better with Xenons though! Were they an option?

I know, almost wish I hadn't sold now! Inferno's are rare and magnificent beasts!

Sorry to resurrect an old post but first pictures I've seen of my old car since I sold it! Glad to see it's still looking mint - great job on the detailing. Looks like it still has the BP Ultimate tax disc holder and 'Bridges of Reading' number plates too! I still think it looked better...

I see a red one driven by a woman round here (Caversham) quite often. Looks really good - anyone from here? Other than that, hardly see any.

Um, where have you read that? Do you have a link to this claim? I very much doubt BP would make such an un-scientific claim.

I love valvers!

Agreed!

ALL cars will use some oil even if it's hardly noticable - you'll never get a perfect seal between ring and liner. Up to 1L per 1000 miles is considered normal although if I was approaching that I would be a little concerned. May seem like a daft question, Kris, but was your car on the...

Just to wrap this one up, took the car to Bridges of Reading to get problems looked at. 1. Issue with suspension top mount - now sorted. 2. Exhaust had worked loose slightly - now sorted. All very minor and didn't pay a penny; I was actually very impressed with Renault's service on this...

15.0 @ 94 last February at the 'pod. Only time I've run it. 15.7 is slow for a 1*2, but like you say if you're getting used to it and struggling for grip.......