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Positive discrimination exists in most industries these days, the fact it's in motorsport should cause no surprises.

Kinda what I was thinking, Colin. You whole case hinges on the exact wording of the warranty policy, so post it up and lets have a look at it. Failing that, your argument is with the supplying dealer but you don't mention when you got your car, or whether you've given them a chance to repair it. More details are needed here.

I was in that 1%, and it cost me more to go back and get the master changed as well due to how long it takes to bleed the clutch then if I'd just changed both in the first place. Change both slave and master at the same time, the extra part is peanuts in relation to the overall cost.

Average looks, average engine, by all accounts average drive. No ta.

Much, much better. I may even prefer this to the 458, and I'm not a fan of red cars either.

You have (I assume) a Failside-kitted Zed. Your car automatically makes a standard 1.6 Focus look pretty

Wheel size doesn't determine tyre pressure, the specific tyre brand and type do As a rule, start with 35psi all round and adjust to suit.

Just to add that it's a good idea to keep all your posts in one thread, makes life much easier for people to help you

If people werent so lazy as to demand these stupid keyless entry systems in the first place, this would be a non-starter. Joe Public, you're an idiot.

*pats proper key*

Hire a garage and keep it locked up, and SORN it? Remove the battery beforehand and pop a steering lock on it or something should be pretty unstealable. Not sure if that's something easy to find in your area though, just another option.

Ah, I see. So what did the HA say when you reported this two months ago?

1080p here too.

What did he say? I kinda guess what you said If it's been two years, that's ridiculous. Why have you waited so long? Start recording dates and times, contact the council every single time, just start being a pest really. If it's that bad they'll sort it, if you're exaggerating then they won't.

No, it's not. Read your insurance documents: It will state something along the lines of (nicked from the current Admiral policy): You (not just you Vik, everyone) agreed to this when you signed up, and failure to do so constitutes a breach of contract on your part. As such, this means that they do not have to cover you if you've broken the terms. This isn't rocket science, it's not a matter of opinion, it's not heresay: It's contract law, something that has been around since the dawn of time. It's black and white, plain and simple. Now, the only possible thing you could argue about is whether uprated brake discs and pads count as a material change. If you don't think it does, then fine. Go to court and argue your case, with absolutely no proof other than your opinion, against a room full of incredible expensive solicitors who will make you look silly and quote a million examples of case law at you. Or you could just tell your insurance company, like you agreed to do in the first place and let them make the decision. If they will charge you a lot extra or won't cover you, then take your business elsewhere next year. Just for absolute clarity, this wasn't meant as a rant against you Vik, so please don't take it personally. It just so happens that you wrote something very clear that I could quote easily.

Okay, well start at the start then for those of us without crystal balls What does he do? When does he do it? When did it start? What did he say when you spoke to him about it? Details man, details!

He's a jobless wonder who does nothing so probably driven by boredom! So you haven't spoken to him yet then? Try that first, you might be surprised.

Not a good idea. Ignore the percentage rule, what you're actually doing is decreasing the amount of stagger front to rear, which is going to lead to an oversteery car for the sake of saving a couple of quid. The VUS are available in the correct sizes, and are a great tyre, so just get the right ones.

You tell them. I can see your reasoning, and in truth it's how it should work, however when you sign up to insurance you agree to tell them of any material change that would effect how they class you as a risk. Improving the brakes means you can go faster, which increases your chance of a bigger crash. It also makes your vehicle worth more, which increases the chance of it being stolen. You signed a legally binding document, and deciding afterwards which bits you do or don't feel like complying with doesn't really work. People are paranoid for good reason, as no-one wants to be left with a bill in the hundreds of thousands of pounds in the worst case scenario. If you're so sure that your insurer won't care, and are happy to argue that point with them, then why not tell them?

Well, I am from Essex!

That's mint, I'd love one for my MX-5! Where from?

Whilst I'd ignore an ST, I'd love a Kermit Green RS on the driveway

Petulant stroppy little sh*t, I'm so glad that Balotelli lost and hope he cries his eyes out tonight whilst having a w*nk into a cold bowl of spaghetti. Storming off at the end, embarrassment to his team mates who were the epitome of class in the face of defeat. Very magnanimous, and Italians everywhere should be proud of their team for their reaction after the final whistle. Very glad that Spain won it, no-one can doubt they are the best team in the world right now and they play the game exactly as we wish everyone would. I'd love to know how it must feel to watch your national team win trophy after trophy, and doing it with such style too. Viva Espana!

I was just sitting there trying to remember who I'd sold all my bits to, so that's one down at least!