(First posted on MLR forum in May 2014) While checking for any movement in the suspension, prior to MOT time, I noticed a small amount of movement in the pass’ side ball joint. I doubt it would have even been noticed in the MOT but that’s not the point really is it. These don’t come […]
(First posted on MLR forum in May 2014) the rear decal was a bit faded and grubby so I got a new one. the old one was a bit of a pig to remove then left loads of stick behind make sure i get it right… fresh and new
(First posted on MLR forum in May 2014) I wanted to adjust the ride heights but the spring seats and lock rings on the Tein coilovers were not in the best condition. So i thought I’d machine some replacements that should last a lot longer than the original Tein parts. one underway… all 4 for […]
(First posted on MLR forum in April 2014) After previously removing and cleaning the original lash adjusters it really improved the common problem of top end tapping but eventually it came back so i bought some replacement lash adjusters and fitted them along with a service. i also bought a proper tool for the job […]
(First posted on MLR forum in March 2013) A few snaps I took during the snow
(First posted on MLR forum in March 2013) A mate and I made a short film over xmas to kill the boredom. It took ages to film and edit but we’re really happy with the result for our first attempt. A few snaps of us filming it
(First posted on MLR forum in July 2012) the intercooler was looking a bit grubby and tatty so i thought i’d pull the bumper off and see what i could do about it…. unfortunately 5 bolts were well and truly stuck in so the heads just sheared off when i tried to undo them. not […]
I’m not entirely sure what my long term plan for the floor is. I might yet cover the whole floor with industrial PVC tiles but, if I do, it’s still a fair way down my to do list. The problem is that, despite the garage not being quite finished it is still in use though […]
(First posted on MLR forum in June 2012) So I thought I’d have go at using some of this carbon wrap stuff. Never done it before so figured I’d just give it a go and see how I got on….. The results of trying to figure out, with paper, the best way to wrap such […]
(First posted on MLR forum in May 2012) After leaving the lacquer to harden properly I thought I’d cut and polish them so they’re properly shiny. I fetched out my wet and dry and polish and got started. Only done 2 wheels so far which took me nearly 2 hours. Yes I know I’m a sad […]