nitsypee
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To answer my own question of whether Jabba Sports would be interested in investigating the VR6 engine - that would be a no. Popped in there today. Also popped in my usual local garage, who suggested that the longer I left it the more likely it would be to fail on emissions in the MOT. Have they got a point? (That got me a little worried.)
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My mileage is around 135k. Used daily, oil level checked regularly, and I make sure I keep on top of servicing and anything it needs. It does smoke a bit, but I don't really have enough spare cash for rebuilding. So - probably safe to leave it for now, I guess?
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That's good to know. I was worried I might be causing more problems by "ignoring" it. Cheers.
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Perfect!
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And money is a bit of a problem at the moment, so if it comes to the crunch it might be sell rather than fix. Which would not make me a happy chappie.
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he heh! It is indeed. But am I just creating more damage, or making things worse by ignoring it? Or is it ok to live with?
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Lots of miles; using it as a daily (which I feel guilty about).
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It's definitely putting out some smoke from the exhaust. No oil leaks, so it's being burnt up somewhere. I guess it's difficult to tell before it's investigated, but I don't suppose anyone's got a rough guide of cost for likely solutions?! (And, linked to this, does anyone know if Jabba Sports would be a suitable helper? They're not far from me.) Cheers
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My Storm is burning oil. What are my realistic options, other than topping it up (which is my current method)? Using about 1/2 litre a month. Ta in advance
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Ah. If they'd damaged my paintwork, then I'd definitely have put in a claim!
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Not sure it's worth it for something so small? Anyway - I've got hold of one and fitted it (without breaking anything, for a change!). Cheers all Nitsypee
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My friendly RAC man snapped my seat lever when trying to start my car last week. It's the side lever that folds the seat forward - the black plastic side bit was snapped off. He glued it, but that wasn't good enough. Anyone got one?! Ta in advance
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Ta. I'll order one then. The RAC man was a fan of the corrado, by the way!
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Hi all A helpful RAC chap has just told me that my Storm needs a new ignition switch. I've just been looking on VW Heritage and it looks like they've got the basic ignition switch in stock: Ignition Switch, Mk2 Golf/ Corrado/ T4 90-03 > Corrado 1988-1995 Part Number: 6N0905865 I just wanted to check with you guys though - this switch will still be compatible with the factory immobiliser built into the key, won't it? Thanks
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It'd be a 964 for me. Over 10 years ago I owned a 911sc. Awesome machine. Nowadays the price of anything aircooled has moved into "lottery win" territory for me, unfortunately. A 996, or more likely a Boxster, is the only realistic option for me nowadays. They just don't make 'em how they used to, though...
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Thanks Jim. Luckily the moment has passed. Only something like a 911 can tempt me away from the Corrado at the mo.
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I've been having crazy thoughts recently of swapping my VR6 for a 350z. Any thoughts, especially from those with experience of the Nissan?
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Sorted - thanks to Sean! ;)
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Just a quick update. I bought a 56mm one from the link earlier in the thread. When it arrived it seemed to measure smaller than 56mm. But... it fits fine. Happy days.
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Bother. Some cheap 58mm VW ones may also have to be ordered then. My trusty screwdriver and hammer will get them to fit somehow.
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Excellent - thanks for your help everyone. Ebay one ordered. (Plus a 4-pack of 56mm VW ones too, as they were so much cheaper than BBS ones.) Cheers!
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Hi guys Just noticed that one of the BBS centre caps on my Storm wheels has fallen off. Looks like they measure around 55 - 58mm diameter. Much appreciated if someone's got one, or if someone can tell me where to find one! Thanks
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Yet another bump for that elusive cream parcel shelf.
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And another bump - I forgot I needed this!
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Yes please! Sending you a private message...