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Better let you all in in whats happened! Basically, I've been getting fed up having all these cars!!! My prime objective was to spend all my time (and money) on DD making her into a show car. But after buying Ruby back, it meant I didnt have the time to do it with running 3 cars, and spending time on all three. So I had to get rid of either Ruby or Lexy. This is where my rpoblem began, because I love them both, but for different reasons. Ruby for the speed, the handling, and the memories tied up in her. Lexy for the creature comforts, all the toys, and the safety. With meeting Gayle, my priorities in life have changed, as its not just me to think of anymore, I've got Gayle and my new familt to think of. So Lexy was winning the battle on the safety side. But she didnt have the fun factor that Ruby has! So it was back to even scores again. But the thought of ruby being a daily driver, even during the winter, wasnt going to work. Shes crap in the snow, and would be even worse with the lowered suspension. So again, lexy was staying and ruby was going. So had a look at a lot of other options, like selling lexy and buying something different, like an S2000 or and MX5. But again, both would be hopeless in the winter, and with only 2 seats, would only be any good if it was just me and Gayle going out. Soooo, as of today, that idea was canned! Then Gayle gave me the solution! Have the best of both worlds, the best of ruby and the best of lexy! So today we went into Honda and traded Lexy in for a stunning Civic TypeR in alabaster silver with the optional Rage alloys! Was a huge step to take, but the right one. This way, I still have the fun to drive car that ruby is, and with everything that I love about the TypeS, all the toys etc. And most importantly, one hell of a safe car to be in should the worst happen. So Lexy waves bye bye on Wednesday, and the TypeR takes her place. Ruby will be going hopefully soon after. It will save me money on insurance, road tax and mean I have all the time in the world to concentrate on the deck. She is going to be turned into the most perfect M that I can achieve, and even though shes mint just now, she is going to be a show stopper. Wont have 3 cars to tax, insure, mot and service, just 2. And those two will fit all my needs. So there ya have it guys, the reasons behind the madness! To be honest, I'm actually relieved that Gayle came to the rescue with that idea, as I have genuinely been having trouble sleeping trying to figure out what to do. Knew whatever one I sold Id regret it, for the reasons i loved that paricular one. This way, I can have the best of all worlds. Safe, fast, fun and all mod cons! So as Im at a different place in my life now, I can lock all the happy memories with Ruby and Dawn, and with Ruby and Gayle, in a wee box and keep them there forewver. My lifes on a new chapter now, and time for new memories to be made. So Gayle and me will be having lots of fun with the TypeR, and making new memories to look back on.

Thank everyone! Going to start cycling to work to aid my weight loss!

well i was fortunate enough to talk to some Rover guys over at mg-rover.org site. they gave me some good info and a link to a little info site on the rover diesel engines. some pretty good information over there as well. they have a nice front mount intercooler set-up for the rover 200/25/ZR. this pretty much the same engine set-up as my Deck. check out this link and take a look-see: http://www.roverdiesel.co.uk/index.php/products/116-fmic-200-25-zr thinking about scooping this up a few months down the road.

Was out earlier fetching some essentials for my upcoming cycling adventures/shenanigans and thought I'd whore the M a bit!

Hi does anyone know if the mb2 can be converted to b18c4? Is it hassle to do? Or does engine, gearbox, wiring loom, brakes etc drop straight onto the car? Thanks

Great news! I was coming home in the middle of a hailstorm on the highway and the next morning I noticed a nice crack in the windshield .. and also one of the two headlights showed no signs of life. A new windshield is not an option because it costs at least twice the value of the car. So I need to know if those for MA / MB / MC / Rover are interchangeable. Unfortunately, in Italy it is easier to find a ferrari 360 rather than an MA at the scrap yard. As a bonus question I really have to replace all the door outer moldings which are more than perished so any advice or link are more than welcome because I do not even know exactly what to look for If I can fix these things cheaply maybe I can focus on the minor details like ... ummm .. clutch and brakes thank you in advance guys

I'd like to think you are/have made a trip down south to pick a mint vtis up.... Oh if the coilovers have to be removed from ruby, can you let me know please as id be interested in them

That's better! Properly attached this time I hope!

ended up winning some 16in AZEV rims with some Hankook Ventus Prime 205 series tires. not a bad deal for 200 euros shipped and will be here this Thursday.

Been doing fair bit of work today. Had the car on axle stands to fit a CV boot clip / strap to the inner drive-shaft. My Dad tinted the rear windows. He was getting pi$$ed off with that because of the awkward angle of the windows, but he's done a really good job! Stuff in the boot I still haven't fitted! Gave it a quick wash and fit non-genuine mudflaps front and rear. I didn't like the mudflaps on the MB3 but they look ok on the Deck! When I got home, I got the decent camera out and took a few decent shots From my balcony

Nah 17's are too big, 16's are where its at In black!

In bronze

and windscreen from civic ma/mb/mc will fit, along with the windscreen fitted to the rover/mg range

Ive heard the meisters are the best route really... Though i dont have them myself, still a distant dream for me hahaha!!! Saying that, the MG ZS and 17" wheels seem to look good

he's the same with wheels, he gets bored easily lol! he wouldn't have half the stuff he has now, its all thanks to my paypal account lol!!

I had an X-Trail a couple of years back reversed up to the garage door with a whacking great tow bar on it and accidentally left it in reverse and turned the key without the clutch dipped (normally dip it when starting but didn't that time) and BANG

Funny that I was thinking the same

I have the same problem! One time I left the MB3 in gear whilst parked at the edge of the dock at work. My heart skipped a few beats when I turned the key.

I tend to forget!

Oh my.....very sudden! Of course anything we can do to help his family through this as like it's been said before, he was a big part of the club not just online but he was a core part of a group of friends in real life, myself included!

You and your splitters...

will definitely try it the other way next time