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So, first rant. Well only rant. Friggin halfrauds.. Autoglym shampoo conditioner, £9.99 for 1l .. Bit pricey but not the worst I've seen. BUT next to it on the shelf, 2.5l .... Wait for it... For £14.99!!! Do they really think we're that stupid!?! So rant over, got that and a nice new microfiber wash mit. Off we go. Before; So after a quick clean. And I mean a very quick clean. Was only out there for an hour and a bit. Plus I started to loose the light and the temperature dropped causing it to condensate before I had a chance to dry with the second micro fibre cloth (Grrr) But here are a couple of after shots. Came up pretty well I think. Although the paint is in DESPERATE need of a polish. It was proper nails down a black board feeling when going over the roof and bonnet. Loads of swirls, but majority should work out over a couple of polishes. There are maybe 8 'dings' I've identified, so fingers crossed a ding master company will be at japfest next year.. But despite the condensation, I think she's scrubbed up pretty well for a first clean. Quick once over with a little break cleaner and a rag on the bay too Keen for your thoughts chaps!!
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Thanks mate am well impressed. Just took it for a quick blast. Massive grins You'll probably see me at some pint Phil!
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Cheers for the tips Nick. Will have a look at his thread shortly Am tempted to get a roll of carbon wrap, do the centre consoles and dash surround. Plus the Plastic b pillars as they have faded.
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Ah ok mate, is it the same pattern?? Yeah that's very true mate! Will definitely bear that in mind thanks! So weather has held off for half an hour or so. Off to buy some more shampoo and give if a quick once over me thinks
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Hope so mate. Certainly been well looked after and mechanically wise is mint. Even the rocker cover is still perfect!! Oh really?? Why/how is it different?? Thanks mate, nice of you. Found one breaker that's got one.. Although I think when you factor in postage as he's miles away, it's going to work out pretty pricey. Is the mb6 ARB thinner do you know??
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Yeah it wasn't the best. In fairness, it was only the last kinda 5 miles that took over half hour each way!! Today I hope if the weather stops being shit!! Need to sort out wheels I want on. Then look at having the tyres changed over. Induction kit can go straight on too
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Yeah it is a lot if car for the money mate! Well as I have this week off work, it is if course raining! And has been all morning so far!! Hopefully it will clear up later.
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Cheers mate. Sure I've read somewhere about the bolts. I won't have a problem there. I have drawers full of bolts from my days working at Honda... Made sure I stocked up before I left
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Getting them super clean mate! Great stuff!
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Was a very good price IMO mate. Couple of little niggles, but I'll have them ironed out over the coming months
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Looking great mate. Glad you got it sorted!!
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Cheers Kryzs !! That's really nice of you mate, it would be appreciated Will have a check on eBay now for an ARB I think. There are a few being broken so will drop them a msg. Do the mg drop links got without modification?? Will drop him a PM mate thanks for that. It seems it mate. That was certainly my conclusion. Will give it a quick clean and going over tomorrow then add some better photos Will have a scroll through mate thanks
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Looks like a nice one Simpo!! Oh and I owe you a big thanks for finding the MC2
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It has arrived!! managed to my loose the wife. Just about haha. Was stuck getting out of Wimbledon for a while. And then had to come back and cook something to eat! Was a fair old drive though. Am really happy with it!!
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And the eagle has landed!!! Really really impressed with it. If I'm honest, I wasn't expecting it to be quite so good. We'll start with the most important things. It drives fantastic. Really does. I'd go as far to say it drives better than my lancer, and that has 25k less!! Pulls like a train, drives perfectly. Brakes are lovely and precise, although look a little worn. Folder full of receipts, history and MOTs .. Original hand book and owners pack. Cosmetically, yeah it's good. Difficult to tell when it was semi dark. But stopped on a petrol forecourt and had a better look. Certainly nothing that's surprising for the age. Couple of odd dings and scratches. But overall, good condition but in need of a damn good polish. Interior seems to be almost mint... Almost Everything works, the bulb has gone in the clock, the fans oy work on settings 4 & 5 .. Besides that it's lovely. Oh and the original red key will be in the post tomorrow Only niggles are ..... Interior, ash tray n cigarette lighter are missing. Heater & clock bulb as above. Exterior, couple of dings that I'll have a song master work their manic on. Engine/drivetrain, all perfect ATM. Remote central locking is intermittent. Could be batteries though. Handling, kinda does represent a boat or maybe not a boat, but some form of barge. Definitely need lowering and stiffening. Which will be done in due course. And that's it !!! So overall I am REALLY impressed and very very happy Very quick pic in the dark with her sat on the drive, not sure if it'll work.
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That would probably explain it my running!! No damage done ?? Looks like luck is in with most people today Well done mate.
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And we're off!!!!!
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Woohoo!!!! What was the issue!? Ah you don't need a radio!!
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Always forget just how nice a grand sits in your pocket
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Ha brilliant
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So just going to the bank to draw out the wonga
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Haha couple of hours rest bite. Sounds like a plan. Maybe I'll bolt myself in the garage when I here the lancer coming back ...
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Yeah hate to say it but I think I might need to pop into halfrauds on the way there or back. Ha cleaning the car on Xmas day, that would've gone down like a sack of sh*t my side too lol.
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Not sure how many kudos I'll have left for that dragging her London and back!! Ha no it won't. She wouldn't have a clue how to get back off.
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Cheers Nick, will have a browse back through. I do have half a bar of dodo clay left which, weather permitting, I will get on with this week. Although the way the weather is today I might be waiting a while as the last time I washed, clayed, polished and waxed I think novels out there for 6 hours!! May have a look at the Meg stuff, I have heard good things about them in the past. Thing is right now, I need to pick up a bottle today/tomorrow and I don't think there is anywhere near me that sells dodo products over the counter, so may well try that next time. Opie oils sell their products so when I order oil n filter, I'll get some of their shampoo too.
