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over a year ago
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"It's more of a fashion / style / culture I guess. "
Lmao and the car scene aint? I know theres the appeal for a biker.. but come on.. a guy/gal who knows how to control a car and lives life in the fast lane.. getting all oiling in the workshop. I mean.. come oooon! Lol |
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over a year ago
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"It's more of a fashion / style / culture I guess.
Lmao and the car scene aint? I know theres the appeal for a biker.. but come on.. a guy/gal who knows how to control a car and lives life in the fast lane.. getting all oiling in the workshop. I mean.. come oooon! Lol"
Yeah I’d rather a biker guy |
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I was admiring a new BMW 1.8 motorcycle today that looks like it wants to be in the same class as a Harley, it was cool. But then a DBS superlegera pulled in and I ditched the bike to look at something I might actually get a go in  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I used to like the Barry Boys forum, laughing at the ridiculous modifications lads used to do to cars "
I remember that
Some of the shit they did.
One of the worst things to happen is stance and the stupid fucking wheels, looks ridiculous |
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over a year ago
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"Car enthusiast here (Mégane RS Trophy 300)
But I don't think Fab is the place "
Nice.. my old man has the RS 265.. did the renault clio cup series for a few years but hes moved onto the dunlop endurance races.. still with the old road conversion Clio RS |
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"One of the worst things to happen is stance and the stupid fucking wheels, looks ridiculous "
Lmao agreed.. never understood the ooint of stance.. though funny how so many of them had blowouts on the way to show days when it became a thing
Gimme a track ready beast anyday, still dying to get my corsa wide bodied and track ready so i can make my old man eat his words lol |
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"Car enthusiast here (Mégane RS Trophy 300)
But I don't think Fab is the place
Nice.. my old man has the RS 265.. did the renault clio cup series for a few years but hes moved onto the dunlop endurance races.. still with the old road conversion Clio RS"
Traded my 265 in for this one. Completely different beast. Haven't taken it on track yet though. Got other toys for that  |
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"Traded my 265 in for this one. Completely different beast. Haven't taken it on track yet though. Got other toys for that "
Shame.. i heard theyre really aggressive, iirc it was the megane cup that beat the civic type r for fastest lap on nurburgring for fastest hot hatch |
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"I’m here as I’m a fan of car enthusiasts and may learn something along the way "
Haha there she.. wondered if youd pop up lol
Heres some top car knowledge for you..
My corsa is known for pretty bad body roll in the corners due to a high centre of gravity.. so to get a faster time out of the bends ive been playing around with the idea of giving it a wider body with wheel arches and spacers behind the wheels.. the thinking behind it is if i lower it by an inch or so, and spread the centre of gravity while stiffening the springs it should help reduce the body roll.. and as the corsa is already fairly narrow anyway it shouldnt impair the turn-in response for having a wider body in relation to the length of the front and rear wheelbase.. thus allowing for faster speed through the corners and bends.. adjusting the toe and camber can help eliminate a reduced turn-in response if done correctly with some tweaking. Plus itll help reduce transitional body roll through successive corners which can result in unwanted transitional oversteer.. even for a front wheel drive car
Yeah confirmed car nerd here hahaha |
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"Traded my 265 in for this one. Completely different beast. Haven't taken it on track yet though. Got other toys for that
Shame.. i heard theyre really aggressive, iirc it was the megane cup that beat the civic type r for fastest lap on nurburgring for fastest hot hatch"
Yeah the current gen MkIV Mégane RS, the Trophy 300 matched the Civic Type R. But the Mégane Trophy -R thrashed both by over 5 seconds. Granted that's the full £75k variant with stripped out rear seats, carbon wheels etc
265 is a brilliant all rounder. Plenty of lift off oversteer when you wanted it. You can't go to a trackday without seeing at least one there. And Renault Sport host their own trackdays for RS owners to take part in. It's such a brilliant community!
But this newer 300 has the legs on the 265. You've got the power hike obviously but the engines now a 1.8t not 2.0 Just seems easier and more eager to rev and spool. Nicer noise too. Same box and diff as the MK3, but now has 4 wheel steer. Takes some getting used to and even though not as "Pure" as the MK3, in the right hands it's an absolute weapon. |
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"265 is a brilliant all rounder. Plenty of lift off oversteer when you wanted it. You can't go to a trackday without seeing at least one there. And Renault Sport host their own trackdays for RS owners to take part in. It's such a brilliant community!
But this newer 300 has the legs on the 265. You've got the power hike obviously but the engines now a 1.8t not 2.0 Just seems easier and more eager to rev and spool. Nicer noise too. Same box and diff as the MK3, but now has 4 wheel steer. Takes some getting used to and even though not as "Pure" as the MK3, in the right hands it's an absolute weapon. "
Yeah thats why the old man went for the 265.. wanted something.more livable than track ready. Hes always driven renaults so hes been sticking with them since the 90s. Me i just prefer whats fun and looks good, my corsa d has its issues but honestly i wouldnt trade it for anything.. snappy and responsive and just grips where most have to livelft off.. provided you can still hold on without the body roll ejecting you from your seat lmao
I heard that megane -r had some serious tech for it but i just ignore most french cars hahah didnt realise it was that well equipped.. my old man is always banging on about them though. Ironic though that hes not attempted to get into the RS owners club despite being a renault fan |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Traded my 265 in for this one. Completely different beast. Haven't taken it on track yet though. Got other toys for that
Shame.. i heard theyre really aggressive, iirc it was the megane cup that beat the civic type r for fastest lap on nurburgring for fastest hot hatch
Yeah the current gen MkIV Mégane RS, the Trophy 300 matched the Civic Type R. But the Mégane Trophy -R thrashed both by over 5 seconds. Granted that's the full £75k variant with stripped out rear seats, carbon wheels etc
265 is a brilliant all rounder. Plenty of lift off oversteer when you wanted it. You can't go to a trackday without seeing at least one there. And Renault Sport host their own trackdays for RS owners to take part in. It's such a brilliant community!
But this newer 300 has the legs on the 265. You've got the power hike obviously but the engines now a 1.8t not 2.0 Just seems easier and more eager to rev and spool. Nicer noise too. Same box and diff as the MK3, but now has 4 wheel steer. Takes some getting used to and even though not as "Pure" as the MK3, in the right hands it's an absolute weapon. "
I had an RS250 Cup in 2013, great car, never driven any of the newer ones.
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"I had an RS250 Cup in 2013, great car, never driven any of the newer ones."
A lot of my driver tutoring from my old man was in his RS250 with the dual controls installed.. hated that thing so much lol.. clutch was way too heavy and that handbrake was a joke hahaha |
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"We are both into the car scene, driving, and tinkering alike x"
Car scene duos are the best.. at least for us petrol heads lol. something to really bond over and connect with.. a mutual passion |
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"I’m here as I’m a fan of car enthusiasts and may learn something along the way
Haha there she.. wondered if youd pop up lol
Heres some top car knowledge for you..
My corsa is known for pretty bad body roll in the corners due to a high centre of gravity.. so to get a faster time out of the bends ive been playing around with the idea of giving it a wider body with wheel arches and spacers behind the wheels.. the thinking behind it is if i lower it by an inch or so, and spread the centre of gravity while stiffening the springs it should help reduce the body roll.. and as the corsa is already fairly narrow anyway it shouldnt impair the turn-in response for having a wider body in relation to the length of the front and rear wheelbase.. thus allowing for faster speed through the corners and bends.. adjusting the toe and camber can help eliminate a reduced turn-in response if done correctly with some tweaking. Plus itll help reduce transitional body roll through successive corners which can result in unwanted transitional oversteer.. even for a front wheel drive car
Yeah confirmed car nerd here hahaha"
You know just what to say to a woman  |
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By (user no longer on site)
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Must be getting more mature my latest motor is the KX3 sat nav AWD, can't forget the AWD love it farm tracks are a breeze, just pop it in 4x4 and 2nd gear and it cruises along in tick-over.
Have been thinking of getting another bike, just a 125 on-off roader for some green lane fun. |
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"There's also no message board for submarine enthusiast's, antique clock collectors and rocket engineers. Come on Fab, why are you not providing these forum categories?"
Im guessing because theres more folk on here into cars than submarines, clocks etc  |
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"My current car is a 2018 2ltr Seat Leon FR 3 door in midnight black with all the tech packs, looks gorgeous and the acceleration is silly "
Never been keen on them seats.. just never liked how they looked. Plus i see more FRs, STs, and golf Rs than i do the Corsa VXRs so its nice standing out. Would post some pics of it but cant do that on the forum sadly  |
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"My current car is a 2018 2ltr Seat Leon FR 3 door in midnight black with all the tech packs, looks gorgeous and the acceleration is silly
Never been keen on them seats.. just never liked how they looked. Plus i see more FRs, STs, and golf Rs than i do the Corsa VXRs so its nice standing out. Would post some pics of it but cant do that on the forum sadly "
Had a Leon and really liked it, for an everyday car, but prefer the kick from a big turbo for ulimate fun!! |
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"Had a Leon and really liked it, for an everyday car, but prefer the kick from a big turbo for ulimate fun!! "
Only ever sat in a leon once.. turbo constantly kept me looking back to see if police were behind us it sounded like a siren lol
Had the pleasure of sitting in a stage 3 focus ST, mk3 with the five pot... that had some serious pull  |
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"Had a Leon and really liked it, for an everyday car, but prefer the kick from a big turbo for ulimate fun!!
Only ever sat in a leon once.. turbo constantly kept me looking back to see if police were behind us it sounded like a siren lol
Had the pleasure of sitting in a stage 3 focus ST, mk3 with the five pot... that had some serious pull "
Im a Ford man throughout, but prefer (and far more familiar with) pre 2000 cars.  |
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"Im a Ford man throughout, but prefer (and far more familiar with) pre 2000 cars. "
Tbh id say so myself but its just the mk3 focus and mk6 and 7 fiestas i like.. still dreaming of getting a build going for a mk3 focus rs. seen a mk6 fiesta with a focus rs body conversation.. looked absolutely amazing
Still a good old escort cossy done right looks mint |
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"Im a Ford man throughout, but prefer (and far more familiar with) pre 2000 cars.
Tbh id say so myself but its just the mk3 focus and mk6 and 7 fiestas i like.. still dreaming of getting a build going for a mk3 focus rs. seen a mk6 fiesta with a focus rs body conversation.. looked absolutely amazing
Still a good old escort cossy done right looks mint"
Love the mk1 RS Focus with a Cosworth YB lump in it. Love Escort Cosworths, as long as, looks wise, theyre not too modified... |
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"Love the mk1 RS Focus with a Cosworth YB lump in it. Love Escort Cosworths, as long as, looks wise, theyre not too modified... "
I cant see the appeal to the mk1 tbh, im a big fuss when it comes to body lines and shapes and the mk1 just doesnt do it for me..
Now the mk2 has it all for me, just phat in all the right places i also realise ive been saying mk3 instead of mk2 *facepalm*.. the mk3 ZS is nice and that front end on the rs does look nicer than the mk2.. but you just cant beat that booty on the mk2 lol
I like a modified escort but its insanely difficult to get a good look for it, otherwise its body just ahouldnt be touched |
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Love my cars. Have had a fair few, my last one was a 450hp subaru impreza now gone for a toyota land cruiser to do some offroading and camping. Looking to get something fast soon just not sure what yet... |
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"Love my cars. Have had a fair few, my last one was a 450hp subaru impreza now gone for a toyota land cruiser to do some offroading and camping. Looking to get something fast soon just not sure what yet..."
Aside from Ford, i do like an Impreza, just dont know much about them... |
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"Love the mk1 RS Focus with a Cosworth YB lump in it. Love Escort Cosworths, as long as, looks wise, theyre not too modified...
I cant see the appeal to the mk1 tbh, im a big fuss when it comes to body lines and shapes and the mk1 just doesnt do it for me..
Now the mk2 has it all for me, just phat in all the right places i also realise ive been saying mk3 instead of mk2 *facepalm*.. the mk3 ZS is nice and that front end on the rs does look nicer than the mk2.. but you just cant beat that booty on the mk2 lol
I like a modified escort but its insanely difficult to get a good look for it, otherwise its body just ahouldnt be touched"
Body wise, standard, (maybe a 4 headlight kit) or WRC setup.
Loved the Reyland Escort and the huge power (fastest ever) white Sapphire, if you remember/know of them... |
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"Body wise, standard, (maybe a 4 headlight kit) or WRC setup.
Loved the Reyland Escort and the huge power (fastest ever) white Sapphire, if you remember/know of them... "
I never understood the WRC look of they only take their cossies to meetups and shows lol and honestly that sounds before my time.. at least before i got into the car scene haha
I have to say ive seen some mk2 focus twintops with the rs body work on instagram and they look proper slick |
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"Body wise, standard, (maybe a 4 headlight kit) or WRC setup.
Loved the Reyland Escort and the huge power (fastest ever) white Sapphire, if you remember/know of them...
I never understood the WRC look of they only take their cossies to meetups and shows lol and honestly that sounds before my time.. at least before i got into the car scene haha
I have to say ive seen some mk2 focus twintops with the rs body work on instagram and they look proper slick"
Youre too young to have had chance to experience the era of going to proper cruises, car shows, used to be good!!! Used to drive mine hard and do the odd track day... |
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"I miss going to car shows, haven't been to one for years!"
Local town has one each year for custom and american cars. Has bands playing and stalls/food. Yep, missing that.
For the record, I've owned a Ford Capri 2.8i, Porsche 944, Escort 1.8si. All different all good fun. Dream car is an Aston Martin Vantage v12 manual. |
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"I’m here as I’m a fan of car enthusiasts and may learn something along the way
Haha there she.. wondered if youd pop up lol
Heres some top car knowledge for you..
My corsa is known for pretty bad body roll in the corners due to a high centre of gravity.. so to get a faster time out of the bends ive been playing around with the idea of giving it a wider body with wheel arches and spacers behind the wheels.. the thinking behind it is if i lower it by an inch or so, and spread the centre of gravity while stiffening the springs it should help reduce the body roll.. and as the corsa is already fairly narrow anyway it shouldnt impair the turn-in response for having a wider body in relation to the length of the front and rear wheelbase.. thus allowing for faster speed through the corners and bends.. adjusting the toe and camber can help eliminate a reduced turn-in response if done correctly with some tweaking. Plus itll help reduce transitional body roll through successive corners which can result in unwanted transitional oversteer.. even for a front wheel drive car
Yeah confirmed car nerd here hahaha
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So no strut brace front and rear and updated suspension bushes lol that also might help get some powerflex black bushes |
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I spent ten years as a mechanic until I went to uni to the train as a teacher. I’ve been a teacher for 15 years now. Wish I was a mechanic again unfortunately I’ve priced myself out of the market now. |
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"Yes everybody loves a Lancia the worst brand everybody loves them it’s an Alfa Romeo yes the go wrong but there is something about them Lancias esp"
Id love an Alfa Sud or Sprint!!
Or, a Intergrale |
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"It's more of a fashion / style / culture I guess.
Lmao and the car scene aint? I know theres the appeal for a biker.. but come on.. a guy/gal who knows how to control a car and lives life in the fast lane.. getting all oiling in the workshop. I mean.. come oooon! Lol
Yeah I’d rather a biker guy "
It's the tatty leathers init  |
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"Yes everybody loves a Lancia the worst brand everybody loves them it’s an Alfa Romeo yes the go wrong but there is something about them Lancias esp"
I've had Alfas for more than a decade - they're hardly bulletproof, but cared for properly they're fine for reliability. |
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If you are talking raw power on the road from a everyday drive they pretty much closed the book after the Lotus Carlton everything that came after that is just dressing and electronic aids
Still a few about doubt they get on the road much though.
At one time it was advised to take any Lotus badges off them and replace with standard Vauxhall badges. |
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"So no strut brace front and rear and updated suspension bushes lol that also might help get some powerflex black bushes"
Hahaha ssshhh im still learning..  havent even taken my mechanics course at college yet... but to achieve a better handling car im aiming to uprate the whole lot, sway bars, dampers, springs etc. |
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"Youre too young to have had chance to experience the era of going to proper cruises, car shows, used to be good!!! Used to drive mine hard and do the odd track day... "
Yeah most of the ppl i used to cruise with few years back were a bit older than me and the guys in my generation are just douchebags lol |
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"Youre too young to have had chance to experience the era of going to proper cruises, car shows, used to be good!!! Used to drive mine hard and do the odd track day...
Yeah most of the ppl i used to cruise with few years back were a bit older than me and the guys in my generation are just douchebags lol"
Had plenty of run ins with the law over the years, but these days, the police stop them before anyone gets chance to meet up...  |
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"Had plenty of run ins with the law over the years, but these days, the police stop them before anyone gets chance to meet up... "
Luckily ive only been stopped once but that was for a genuine reason.. both headlights went out at the same time so i had to use my spotlights and they just let me off wth a slap on the wrist. These youngsters are far too reckless and irresponsible it ruins it for the rest of us
I sound like an old man lol im only 28! Then again i drive a stage 2 vxr yet youll see me cruising down the road at 25mph |
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