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dunk shaw · 2nd March 2009, 07:33 AM

Looks better Martin

Martin F · 2nd March 2009, 09:10 AM

Definite improvement

ward1955 · 2nd March 2009, 01:46 PM

Thanks all. The wheels do seem in quite good condition although the n's ones are not as lean as the o/s. Some idiot has taken a brillo pad to the polished edge in a few of places.

I had to change the tyres though, and expense I didn't intend to have. The car had 8" fronts and 10" rear, and 225/45/18 tyres all round. It looked like it had been lowered because of the proximity of the tyre to the wheel arch.

I ended up with 225/40 front and 255/35 rear - which now look right. They are only budget tyres, but this will do for the limited use/performance I will have for the car. A local company did me a good deal - and took the existing (nearly new) tyres as part-ex.

The paintwork is a bit tatty in places, although it looks good when washed. I suspect the picture in sunlight is a bit flattering and represents the car as a bit better than it really is.

Gambit · 3rd March 2009, 06:44 PM

Indicators look miles better. What else do you have in mind to change?
Have you had a look at the possibility of removing the bumper strips withought causing damage?

GazBram · 6th March 2009, 08:55 PM

Nice looking car Martin, i like the wheels, i'm so glad you've ditched the 'womens' porker (or had it confiscated) a soop is far more you.

Have you ordered any new seats yet

Perhaps if you sold the bike you could do a single conversion

then give it to Adam for is 17th birthday present

ward1955 · 8th March 2009, 05:13 PM

Thanks Gaz, I'll try and make sure Adam doesn't get that idea into his head ! can you imaging the insurance ?

I'm sorry - but the bike is definately here to stay. My NA Soop might not be the fastest thing around, but the Rocket - well !

Have you seen how they are made ? -

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKEuzxC4eGc

ward1955 · 8th March 2009, 05:16 PM

Gambit, I'm a bit sqeamish about removing the bumper strips. When I had the headlights out doing the indicators I had a look inside the bumber - and they are not fixed or bolted through. Sods law tells me that when I try to peel them off, the paint will come off with them though.

I'm going to leave it for now, and do it when I can get the paintwork sorted at the sametime.

Kev.O · 8th March 2009, 07:01 PM

You gotta love that video

Mike_Mac · 8th March 2009, 07:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ward1955

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKEuzxC4eGc

Brilliant!

Barney · 9th March 2009, 07:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike_Mac

Brilliant!

...............bloody funny.

2nd March 2009, 07:33 AM	#21
dunk shaw Old Timer None - Don't currently own a MKIV Supra. Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: west mids Posts: 4,196	Looks better Martin __________________ dunk

2nd March 2009, 09:10 AM	#22
Martin F Administrator UK Spec - Manual Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Essex, UK Posts: 10,226	Definite improvement __________________ Martin UK6TT + Bits & Bobs 'Remember folks, the inside lane isn't just for Xmas' MSOC FAQ MSOC Members Discounts MSOC Resources

3rd March 2009, 06:44 PM	#24
Gambit Old Timer Jap Spec GZ - Auto Aerotop (TT) Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Worcester Posts: 2,089	Indicators look miles better. What else do you have in mind to change? Have you had a look at the possibility of removing the bumper strips withought causing damage? __________________ J-Spec Twin Turbo Aerotop 3G Brakes Blitz nur spec r Full Stainless DC Blitz Active Front Spoiler Controler Greddy Boost + EXT Gauges Running 1bar OZ Superleggera UK Spec Bonnet Scoop UK Glass Headlamps Mines ECU

6th March 2009, 08:55 PM	#25
GazBram Single Turbo Single Turbo - Manual Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Kirkby in Ashfield Notts Posts: 102	Nice looking car Martin, i like the wheels, i'm so glad you've ditched the 'womens' porker (or had it confiscated) a soop is far more you. Have you ordered any new seats yet Perhaps if you sold the bike you could do a single conversion then give it to Adam for is 17th birthday present __________________ Why do we always want more?

8th March 2009, 07:01 PM	#28
Kev.O Officially NOT in Wales! UK Spec - Manual Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Bristol Posts: 4,130	You gotta love that video __________________ Kev To be single is to be skint

2nd March 2009, 01:46 PM	#23
ward1955 Old Git Jap Spec SZ - Auto (NA) Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Droitwich Spa Posts: 359	Thanks all. The wheels do seem in quite good condition although the n's ones are not as lean as the o/s. Some idiot has taken a brillo pad to the polished edge in a few of places. I had to change the tyres though, and expense I didn't intend to have. The car had 8" fronts and 10" rear, and 225/45/18 tyres all round. It looked like it had been lowered because of the proximity of the tyre to the wheel arch. I ended up with 225/40 front and 255/35 rear - which now look right. They are only budget tyres, but this will do for the limited use/performance I will have for the car. A local company did me a good deal - and took the existing (nearly new) tyres as part-ex. The paintwork is a bit tatty in places, although it looks good when washed. I suspect the picture in sunlight is a bit flattering and represents the car as a bit better than it really is.

8th March 2009, 05:13 PM	#26
ward1955 Old Git Jap Spec SZ - Auto (NA) Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Droitwich Spa Posts: 359	Thanks Gaz, I'll try and make sure Adam doesn't get that idea into his head ! can you imaging the insurance ? I'm sorry - but the bike is definately here to stay. My NA Soop might not be the fastest thing around, but the Rocket - well ! Have you seen how they are made ? - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKEuzxC4eGc

8th March 2009, 05:16 PM	#27
ward1955 Old Git Jap Spec SZ - Auto (NA) Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Droitwich Spa Posts: 359	Gambit, I'm a bit sqeamish about removing the bumper strips. When I had the headlights out doing the indicators I had a look inside the bumber - and they are not fixed or bolted through. Sods law tells me that when I try to peel them off, the paint will come off with them though. I'm going to leave it for now, and do it when I can get the paintwork sorted at the sametime.

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