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With bungs it was measured at 87dB IIRC, and without it was touching 103dB I think. Those numbers may be within plus or minus 1 either way, I just remember that it was silly quiet with the bungs in but just below the 105dB max with them out. Those measurements were taken at 0.5m at 45 degrees from the RH outlet. You'll fail the drive-by at Bedford with bungs in should you ever want to go there though, and Goodwood's a definite no-no, but you should be fine for everywhere else.

Blimey, that does sound a bit fruity!

You'll need 45 profile tyres both back and front if you're planning on sticking with stock widths, else you'll give the stability control system a hissy fit. Surely 4x T1-Rs aren't more than £600?

Bunch of wimps, real men don't need no stinkin' bungs ;)

Any chance of getting one without the holes drilled in it? I hate screw heads on show on the outside of a car, would much rather just stick it on. Don't mind paying a bit more for one like that either.

Basically any consumables won't be covered, so brake pads and clutch would be the obvious things that come to mind. Everything else is fine presuming it's been serviced in accordance with the warranty.

Looking at how little silencing there is on the pipework, and going on from what my K1 sounded like on video, I'm betting that IS ACTUALLY VERY LOUD INDEED!

Bugger, thought you were going to say that! I'll send you a PM, got a favour to ask.

Do the chassis braces fit the Roadster?

See, this is what I don't understand. It's obviously not an M3, however you really can't argue with the quality of the work that has been done there, regardless of whether it was all done by himself or at a professional garage. Now given that he can get that quality of finish, why not put it towards something that would actually look decent?

Given that an SC setup drives completely differently to a turbo one, I'd suggest deciding on exactly what you want from the car and how you want it to feel before splashing out any money at all.

You can, but given the lack of feel from them then I personally wouldn't. Also (and far more importantly) you really need to be running the same make of tyre all round, so I'd get them changed ASAP. Also, welcome along!

Nah, cash flow won't allow it right now. I'm sure I'll be out there again later in the year/early next year, or I may even give my parents a list when they next go out to the house

I'm going over next week

The UTEC is $944 on Z1, so £686 in today's money + delivery + import taxes. Still not a bad option, however the lack of knowledge over here (relatively speaking) is what puts me off somewhat.

Couldn't even be arsed to take his sunglasses out when taking the photos, that's just so lazy.

Y'know, if that really was made in the USA wouldn't it say Zee instead of Zed?

Sounds perfectly fine, and isn't something I'd worry about too much although I would keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn't increase noticeably.

Personally I'd be concerned if my engine was using Nissan's 1L/1K miles, I don't care what they say as that's certainly not acceptable on a modern engine (rotary exempted). They're not the only manufacturer to give that exact number for a dodgy engine either... My car doesn't appear to use a drop of oil regardless of how I drive it, road or track. I always keep a litre in the car though, just in case.

Wait, you're all missing a trick here: I'm going to write to him and thank him for pointing out what a criminal nation I belong to, but the revelation of this fact has left me horribly scarred emotionally so I'm going to have to sue him for either £31 trillion, or £4,770 which is just his cut of it. I haven't made my mind up yet as to just how badly this will effect me mentally for the rest of my life. Job's a carrot, and either way I'm a winner.

Try explaining that to both the police and your insurance company if you have a smack-up in the dark... I'm all for modding, but that's a step too far for very little gain IMHO. Best off getting the inside of the light painted black via Dream Customz if you want the stealthy look.

They do sell the Torx security bits in Halfrauds as I had to get some a couple of months ago, although I guess it's a bit too late to state that now

Hit something a bit dodgy on the road or surfaces of differing temperature/type and you very well might. Thing is, you won't know about it until it's too late most likely.

You've answered your own question. Totally different compounds front & rear means totally different grip levels, that's why your car tried to kill you. I suggest spending a bit more cash for Falkens all round before you end up in a ditch.

Warranty is transferred automatically as a right of the sale of the car, no need to do anything. Servicing needs to be done to OEM standards using OEM-quality parts. Basically you don't have to go to a main dealer, but it's really going to help your case should you ever need a warranty claim.