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  1. yeah, they do not have the EU approved mark on them. But I also wonder how it managed to get here and pass an SVA Test too. The reason why I want to change is I was adviced during service to stick to Bridgestone when the toyos wear out, and since I had a good experience in the Grid II, I was wondering whether to get them again or use the Potenza. Cheers for the RE040 info. I would have just asked for a Potenza without quoting the S0 33 P. Whats the difference.
  2. Hi all, I imported an Altezza 2 years ago and it had the Bridgestone Grid II on them. They had a great grip but had to change them after a year cos one got damaged by a nail so decided to get Toyo Proxis (which are still on the car). The Toyos are great. Have served me very well, and the fronts still have 3 mm on the sides but 7 mm in the middle (crazy). Back is even at 4mm. I need to change them in a couple of months time. Proplem is, I can't find those Bridgestone Grid II anywhere here as they are made in Japan. Checked the takakaira site but no joy. I wouldn't mind ordering them from Japan but can anyone help with contacts please? Or should I buy the Bridgestone Potenza. Has anyone used the Grid II before? The Grid IIs weren't new when I got the car but still manged 15K miles before the change and still had just under 3mm. Don't know how quickly the Potenza wares. What do you recommend. I would be greatful if you could help. TA T
  3. even when you turn the wheel when at idle, the revs change and if your lights are on, you can see a slight change in that too. The only thing that I haven't noticed move the revs at idle is the pressing the brake pedal. The slightest movement of anything, then the revs move too.
  4. blimey. thats alot. 60 miles? So one pays more for a car with the aircon for the priviledge of paying more on fuel. Seriously, I hardly use my aircon and even if I do for the first 15 mins to get it to cool down. Even on the motorway, I switch it on / off, and if I am in the 80 -90 Mph cruising mood, I bring the windows down an inch. Funny thing is, I will never buy a car without aircon / climate, but then I hardly use it.
  5. :duh: noticed what....... sorry TEDDY i read your post 3 times i still dont see what your asking....... but if im gonna make a stab at it.........yes it does use more fuel simplest thing to do is, do a tank of fuel with it on......and a tank of fuel with it off.......... I was talking about throttle response. You could tell straight away. I have noticed it takes some power away. I thought it would take some power away but didn't think it's something you can instantly notice.
  6. seeeen. I will look out for it. We certainly do not have it here in Lux.
  7. I heard a few months ago that Germany had 100 RON. Is it all over the country. The closest German town to me is Trier. Saarbrucken aint far either but to be honest, I have never bought gas in Germany since Lux has the cheapest in Europe. But may be tempted to have a go if it's not a long drive.
  8. Hi, I know aircon usually use a bit of fuel and may be power, but I didn't know it affected it that much. Have been using me Aircon lately to get rid of the smell, but I didn't know it really affects the throttle that much. I only notice the first couple of seconds after I switch it off /or on. Is it just my car, or my imagination or has any of you guys noticed.
  9. I thought Optimax was 98. That explains it. I always see a difference when I use the usual 98 in Europe as I haven't seen an Optimax on the mainland yet. First thing I do when I get into the UK is to branch into the Shell station on the A20 (Sidcup Road, I think) and fill it up.
  10. They don't. They have an LSD though. Don't know if it's does the same as beemer's DSC
  11. cheers. Have to get one when I come over to the UK. The nearest HMV to me now is an hour away (by Learjet, that is)
  12. great. So it wasn't that silly a question after all then. Off to the local car accessories this evening.
  13. I repaired my front bumper In Leytonstone a few months ago. It's not a garage that oozes confidence at first sight, but they will do a great job at a very decent price. I was very stepical at first but my mate told he his beemer was in a far worse state and they did a great job. They specialise in bodykit repairs and general bodyworks. The garage doesn't look professional but for the cost, it value for money. There's another one in Luton which is more of a proper company. They also do repairs for high performance cars. PM me and will give ya details.
  14. Er...........no what planet are you on then there are lowlife everywhere,Your dustcaps,are they flash ones or standard coz if the've nicked standard then that is LOW. Hope you have your day in court and teach the :tsktsk: s a lesson. Good luck,let us all know how you got on :winky: all the kids round my way have all the latest flashing/coloured dustcaps on their bikes! including the set wifey lost I got my nicked in a little French Town on the shores of Lake Geneva. You will never think such a thing happened in a place like that especially in a Hotel car park. The warning alarm alerted the security man but the boys (whom he knew) had nicked them already. I wasn't too pleased that my shining blue ones had gone when he told me about it, but when when the boys came with thier dads to apologise that night, I bust out laughing. They were barely 10 years old. I was looking for some spotty 17 year old. I saw the fear on their faces and even went to the local motorcycle shop to buy them a pair each for their bikes. But hey, it was a great weekend, after England beat Argentina, and Lennox flattened Tyson. Also enjoyed some free porn on Canal Plus. A bloke can't ask for more than that in a single weekend?
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