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by humbucker
Thu Sep 08, 2016 12:13 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: The greatest driving roads
Replies: 14
Views: 2077

Re: The greatest driving roads

Well, there's no reason that we couldn't do another A149 coast run before the summer is out. I've done it three times in the past fortnight, stopping at different places for paddling, food and drink along the way. I'm game if you are, although I don't think I'll be in a Cavalier. The VXR will have t...
by humbucker
Thu Sep 08, 2016 10:55 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: The greatest driving roads
Replies: 14
Views: 2077

The greatest driving roads

I'm heading up to North Wales this weekend. I plan to put a 16-valve Mk2 Astra GTE through its paces on the 'Evo Triangle'. When checking the route, I found this website: http://www.greatestdrivingroads.com. It's a handy guide to some quality driving roads in and around the UK, and it got me thinkin...
by humbucker
Tue Sep 06, 2016 8:24 pm
Forum: Projects, Restorations and Runabouts
Topic: James' 1995 Manual CDX V6 Saloon
Replies: 324
Views: 137341

Re: James' 1995 Manual CDX V6 Saloon

All modern cars are equipped with an Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) system. The EVAP system prevents fuel vapours from the fuel tank from escaping into the atmosphere. The EVAP system collects and temporarily stores the fuel vapours in a charcoal canister. The charcoal canister is filled with a...
by humbucker
Mon Sep 05, 2016 12:56 pm
Forum: Your non-Cavalier Projects
Topic: Lowrider Garage - Sabine's new coat
Replies: 16
Views: 2213

Re: Lowrider Garage - Sabine's new coat

Fantastic!
by humbucker
Sun Sep 04, 2016 8:07 pm
Forum: Faults and Fixes: Mechanical
Topic: V6 throttle body
Replies: 3
Views: 515

Re: V6 throttle body

Yeah, I have a V6 throttle body that has been ported and polished, butterfly smoothed etc. I'll try to remember to post pics for you.
by humbucker
Sun Sep 04, 2016 11:25 am
Forum: TV and Movies
Topic: Mr Robot
Replies: 0
Views: 906

Mr Robot

Anybody watching Mr Robot (on either Netflix or Amazon Prime)?


Link
by humbucker
Sun Sep 04, 2016 11:23 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Stuff we've seen on the road
Replies: 590
Views: 112562

Re: Stuff we've seen on the road

Left-hand drive Porker with no registration plates spotted outside The Hoste in Burnham Market last night:

Image
by humbucker
Sun Sep 04, 2016 11:05 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Stuff we've seen on the road
Replies: 590
Views: 112562

Re: Stuff we've seen on the road

That Saab is lovely
by humbucker
Sun Sep 04, 2016 11:04 am
Forum: Projects, Restorations and Runabouts
Topic: SRi restoration project
Replies: 316
Views: 21898

Re: SRi restoration project

I still maintain that it would be unreasonable to expect the layman to wade through these, after the job, and then in effect identify what was missing in order to conflict with the description "full restoration" and account for the state that it is now in. You put "full restoration&q...
by humbucker
Sun Sep 04, 2016 10:59 am
Forum: Faults and Fixes: Mechanical
Topic: V6 throttle body
Replies: 3
Views: 515

Re: V6 throttle body

Any improvement over factory airflow characteristics is welcome, but you would be wise to consider an enlarged throttle body as part of an overall package of airflow improvements e.g. thoroughly clean your engine's crankcase breather system (this should be done as a routine maintenance task anyway),...
by humbucker
Sun Sep 04, 2016 10:55 am
Forum: Faults and Fixes: Mechanical
Topic: Throttle body removal
Replies: 1
Views: 361

Re: Throttle body removal

Hi! Yes, it is an easy enough job. You just need to remove the engine cover, airbox pipework and ICV pipework. Worth investing in a throttle body to inlet manifold gasket first, however, as if your car is still making use of its original part, then there is every change that it will deteriorate duri...
by humbucker
Thu Sep 01, 2016 8:41 pm
Forum: Projects, Restorations and Runabouts
Topic: James' 1995 Manual CDX V6 Saloon
Replies: 324
Views: 137341

Re: James' 1995 Manual CDX V6 Saloon

I'll send you mine if you like. Drop me a PM with your address.

That's your car appearing in two magazines in as many months! Where will it pop up in October?!
by humbucker
Thu Sep 01, 2016 8:07 pm
Forum: Projects, Restorations and Runabouts
Topic: James' 1995 Manual CDX V6 Saloon
Replies: 324
Views: 137341

Re: James' 1995 Manual CDX V6 Saloon

The new issue of Straight Six News arrived on my doorstep this morning. There's a nice pic of your V6 included in the magazine's VBOA National Rally coverage.
by humbucker
Wed Aug 31, 2016 9:58 am
Forum: Faults and Fixes: Bodywork and Interior
Topic: Front Floor Support replacement
Replies: 7
Views: 1108

Re: Front Floor Support replacement

Have you tried calling Autovaux? If anyone can...
by humbucker
Wed Aug 31, 2016 8:30 am
Forum: Faults and Fixes: Mechanical
Topic: Z20LET components in X20XEV
Replies: 8
Views: 1804

Re: Z20LET components in X20XEV

What's wrong with the Z20LET head? If you're going to all this trouble, why can't you get a replacement Z20LET head or repair yours? There are lots of them around!
by humbucker
Mon Aug 29, 2016 9:43 am
Forum: Faults and Fixes: Mechanical
Topic: lower compression MLS gaskets Z20LET
Replies: 2
Views: 322

Re: lower compression MLS gaskets Z20LET

Answering your question on its original thread?
by humbucker
Mon Aug 29, 2016 7:51 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Woollarding
Replies: 2
Views: 298

Woollarding

I might be a bit slow on the uptake here, but I've only just heard about 'Woollarding'! For those of you also living in the Dark Ages, this is the internet phenomenon that kicked off a couple of years ago whereby car owners take photos of themselves replicating the classic pose that 'proper' Top Gea...
by humbucker
Sun Aug 28, 2016 2:17 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Stylistics
Replies: 14
Views: 793

Re: Stylistics

rarer than the number of times that I washed my Cavalier
:lol: :lol: :lol:
by humbucker
Sun Aug 28, 2016 8:20 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Stylistics
Replies: 14
Views: 793

Re: Stylistics

I think the consensus is that we preferred cars when they were designed with rulers :P
by humbucker
Sat Aug 27, 2016 10:53 pm
Forum: Projects, Restorations and Runabouts
Topic: James' 1995 Manual CDX V6 Saloon
Replies: 324
Views: 137341

Re: James' 1995 Manual CDX V6 Saloon

On the plus side, the knock sensor is easy enough to fix, although IIRC, the required routing of the wiring means that it needs to go in and around the alternator in order to be protected by the rear heat shield. I replaced the same part on my V6, was an 'under the car (and lots of swearing)' job.
by humbucker
Sat Aug 27, 2016 10:47 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Stylistics
Replies: 14
Views: 793

Re: Stylistics

IMHO, the GTC VXR is stunning, as is the R35 GT-R. Every manufacturer has good and bad examples of styling, but these cars are superb. As for your point about BMW, I have to disagree with you. They've produced some stunning designs, but a lot of their cars are very 'meh' of late. https://i.ytimg.com...
by humbucker
Sat Aug 27, 2016 10:08 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Karcher K2 pressure washer on offer at B&Q
Replies: 2
Views: 382

Re: Karcher K2 pressure washer on offer at B&Q

Yeah, it's what I use too. Not as much pressure as a million quid Nilfisk might deliver, but for £48 it really is very good value.
by humbucker
Sat Aug 27, 2016 6:55 pm
Forum: Your non-Cavalier Projects
Topic: humbucker's 2007 Vectra VXR
Replies: 18
Views: 6936

Re: humbucker's 2007 Vectra VXR

VXR ownership is a blast! The Vectra is a fantastic machine that pulls like a train and has a rear end that produces smile-inducing Remus-generated pops and bangs on demand. The car looks fantastic and seems to be enjoying being pampered with frequent oil changes and accelerated service intervals. h...
by humbucker
Sat Aug 27, 2016 5:49 pm
Forum: Projects, Restorations and Runabouts
Topic: James' 1995 Manual CDX V6 Saloon
Replies: 324
Views: 137341

Re: James' 1995 Manual CDX V6 Saloon

Is it a requirement to change the dryer when replacing the condenser? I've just bought a new condenser for my MV6 (update to follow) and thought I might be able to use the old dryer. I'm not so convinced now that I've seen your post and had a scout around other forums for info. Only about £30 for th...