Lol. I don’t drink any to be honest. I just have in the past.That’s like saying you prefer a Ford Focus over an Aston Martinlol.
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There is nothing wrong with using Fram filters.
Just like Purolator(my preferred brand), Wix, Baldwin, etc they make cheap filters and really good filters. The Fram Ultra Guard is one of the best synthetic media filters on the market.
I don't trust quick change places with any car because they like to put filters and drain plugs on too tight, and often just grab crescent wrenches to take the plug out rather than getting the correct wrench/socket. They normally use lowest bidder filters, not necessarily by any particular manufacturer.
Oil change can by a slimy business anyway. Dealerships don't exactly put their master SAE Certified mechanics on oil change jobs either, and I don't really trust dealerships any more than I do Jiffy Lube etc. Their oil change guys(or ladies) are rarely have more education in auto service than your typical Jiffy Lube people.
BTW, there's nothing "special" about changing the oil in a performance car, aside from occasionally having to deal with dry sumps on certain models(which still aren't particularly complicated-you just have to drain the oil two places and checking the level isn't as straight forward).
All of that is why I change my own oil, or if not use a trusted independent mechanic.
Okay, soliciting opinions on how this looks on the car.
I'll try to roll it out into the sunshine tomorrow. I only just FINALLY got around to trying a little while ago.
Yes, I do have 4 of them(or actually 5)-only have one on now to evaluate appearance. If I like it, I'll stick the other three on and stick tires on them. Surprisingly enough, Walmart is actually winning for the tires I'm looking at now.
I'll try to roll it out into the sunshine tomorrow. I only just FINALLY got around to trying a little while ago.
Yes, I do have 4 of them(or actually 5)-only have one on now to evaluate appearance. If I like it, I'll stick the other three on and stick tires on them. Surprisingly enough, Walmart is actually winning for the tires I'm looking at now.
Looks nice! Also, I agree about changing oil, I don't trust other people not to just strip the crap out of the drain plug with an impact gun. DIY is cheaper anyway.
Yeah, we got a lot of snow this past month, now it's in the 80's. The Y is almost the same size as the X.
Thanks! I love the white, it looks so good cleaned up. Plus it's free. Probably in 5 years or so, we'll get it wrapped a different color.
If you do pull the plug, let me know, I have a referral code
No issues for us, though I'm not one to run a ruler measuring for panel gaps. I don't see them so that's good enough for me.
Carvana is significantly growing in my community. We were just discussing earlier that the two biggest businesses that are hurting right now is dealerships and larger corporate gyms due to the pandemic. Specifically with dealerships, because consumers are realizing that they can skip all the administrative/doc fees with dealership antics through Carvana, plus there’s a return period With those vehicles/with a warranty without needing to purchase one.
Two years ago, I was just hearing about Carvana for the first time, and now today, it’s in the local media that it’s putting dealership out of business. Crazy to see how economic shifts are favoring the concept of home delivery on a new level. I suspect this is just the start of what’s to come from online vending machines.
Yup, you’re correct. I was thinking of the Model X, and not the Y. It’s the top curvature throwing me off.
Look good. I think some nice wire wheels would look nicer though!
Purely on the aesthetics do you have any black wheel nuts? The chrome looks a bit out of place.
Thanks! I love the white, it looks so good cleaned up. Plus it's free. Probably in 5 years or so, we'll get it wrapped a different color.
If you do pull the plug, let me know, I have a referral code
No issues for us, though I'm not one to run a ruler measuring for panel gaps. I don't see them so that's good enough for me.
That's good to hear. I went to check out the 3 yesterday and drove the Y again. Now just deciding if I want the better handling and range of the 3 or the utility and extra ground clearance( for the snow) with the Y. Another benefit with the 3 is acceleration boost getting the speed slightly faster than the Camaro. So I wouldn't be losing performance at all. Though that will come after recouping the costs of ceramic coat+Xpel and installing a 240V line.
Thanks-I'd love wires but that's a whole new level of cost that I'm not ready to spend at the moment. Basically to start with wires, I need front hubs and actually a complete wire wheel rear axle. I can get the latter with no issue.
The problem from there is that the splines on wires are a wear point, and buying used is rolling the dice that the wheels might not engage properly and could get dangerous very quickly. For that reason, you need 4x new hubs at $200 each and 4x new wheels at $500 each(if you want chrome-painted gray, which was "standard", runs $400 each). That's assuming I stuck with the stock skinny 14" wheels, but at that point you might as well buy something like the 15" 72 spoke MGC wheels and get a better selection of tires.
It doesn't end there, though, since you need to find buy tires that are tube friendly, which most aren't, since your typical wire wheel requires a tube. Then you need a shop that can actually install tubes correctly, and hope to goodness they're able to balance them correctly.
On the lug nuts-I agree. These wheels were fitted from the factory with black lug nuts. Moss carries the correct black lug nuts. They're $17 each. This is an oddball lug nut anyway, and event the chrome ones took quite a bit of effort to find and a friend out in California ended up custom ordering them for me.
You can always spend more money! That’s common to all cars.
Have to fit my wing mirror shortly now it’s arrived. Hopefully I can park a bit better with it than without it!
Replaced my wing mirror. Was fairly easy. Just didn’t know how hard to push it in to place without breaking anything.
Unfortunately the petrol flap has stopped working again. Looks like I’ll need a new actuator. But if I can’t open it that’s not going to do me any favours in replacing it.
Unfortunately the petrol flap has stopped working again. Looks like I’ll need a new actuator. But if I can’t open it that’s not going to do me any favours in replacing it.
Stuck all four on and rolled it out into the sun today. Actually I drove it around the block-not the most pleasant experience as these tires are hard as a rock(or maybe it's just that the streets aren't the greatest) but at least they hold air and they'll get me to the tire ship if they stay on.
A couple of thoughts-I don't quite know for sure, but a friend of mine made the observation that they look sort of like a "squished" RoStyle. I've not seen someone else mount these on a chrome bumper car, so I didn't have a great guess as to what they would look like/how they would blend in before installing.
After I posted on the MG forum and said something ab out the chrome lug nuts, I had a few comments to the effect that some folks thought they worked well and tied the wheels into the bumpers better than the normal black might. These wheels-again called the "LE" wheel in shorthand because they were what was used on the 1980 Limited Edition(which was not that limited, but oh well). The 80LE as it's often called in short hand was really a trim package with black paint, white stripes along the the bottom, these wheels, a front spoiler, a luggage rack, a special steering wheel, and most important of all a "Limited Edition" plate on the glovebox. The black lugnuts on those tie in with the black body/black bumpers well.
Also, for some reason, some of the center caps on these have the raised MG letters painted silver and some don't have them. That's an easy enough fix-I just need to take the time to do it. The question is do I hand paint them with Testors or the like, or do I mask and rattle can them.
A couple of thoughts-I don't quite know for sure, but a friend of mine made the observation that they look sort of like a "squished" RoStyle. I've not seen someone else mount these on a chrome bumper car, so I didn't have a great guess as to what they would look like/how they would blend in before installing.
After I posted on the MG forum and said something ab out the chrome lug nuts, I had a few comments to the effect that some folks thought they worked well and tied the wheels into the bumpers better than the normal black might. These wheels-again called the "LE" wheel in shorthand because they were what was used on the 1980 Limited Edition(which was not that limited, but oh well). The 80LE as it's often called in short hand was really a trim package with black paint, white stripes along the the bottom, these wheels, a front spoiler, a luggage rack, a special steering wheel, and most important of all a "Limited Edition" plate on the glovebox. The black lugnuts on those tie in with the black body/black bumpers well.
Also, for some reason, some of the center caps on these have the raised MG letters painted silver and some don't have them. That's an easy enough fix-I just need to take the time to do it. The question is do I hand paint them with Testors or the like, or do I mask and rattle can them.
I would go with the rattle can. I used testors on some hubcaps and it lasted a couple months before it started looking like crap. I tried again using cans instead and it looks way better.
Not sure if this is the best thread to ask, but... I have to change the tires to my car, and I'm not sure what brand/model to put on them. It stays on the street because I don't have a parking lot or a garage in my building. So it is exposed to weather changes and other eventualities 24/7.
Now, There are some cheaper brands like Firestone or Kumho, and premium brands like Bridgestone or GoodYear. The price difference between the cheaper and the premium ones is just 10 bucks per tire, so not worth it. So I am between Bridgestone and GoodYear.
However, there are several models to choose from, and I don't really know if there are worse models on the premium brands, worse than the average budget brands. All in all, I think I am going with Bridgestone or GoodYear. My tires have a 14 R of radium. Any advice?
PS: I don't use a lot my car, but sometimes, due to my driving, I have to rely on a good braking distance. So grip is much more important for me, over everything else.
Now, There are some cheaper brands like Firestone or Kumho, and premium brands like Bridgestone or GoodYear. The price difference between the cheaper and the premium ones is just 10 bucks per tire, so not worth it. So I am between Bridgestone and GoodYear.
However, there are several models to choose from, and I don't really know if there are worse models on the premium brands, worse than the average budget brands. All in all, I think I am going with Bridgestone or GoodYear. My tires have a 14 R of radium. Any advice?
PS: I don't use a lot my car, but sometimes, due to my driving, I have to rely on a good braking distance. So grip is much more important for me, over everything else.
That’s opening a can of worms with question, as brand loyalty definitely exists. With that said, your tires are quite literally the only thing between your car and the road, and I don’t skimp.
unfortunately, your 14” options are limited also. What is your full tire size? There should be 3 numbers given as maybe something like 215/60R14(pulling those numbers out of thin air). The first is the width in millimeter, the second is the sidewalk height as a percentage of the width(also called the aspect ratio) and the third us the wheel diameter in inches. Ideally you’d match the size exactly, but you can also adjust the width and aspect ratio to keep the same diameter if it gets you a better tire selection, will physically fit your wheels, and won’t mess with your suspension
Given what you describe, I’d steer you toward a good all season GT tire. The good ones offer great wet and dry traction in 3 seasons, and are usually useable in light snow(although if you need to drive in heavy snow, good snow tires are the best investment you could make.
Within that class, my absolute favorite is the Michelin MX series. They have great wet and dry traction plus are quiet and comfortable. Michelin makes a big deal too about how their tires have wet traction at end of life comparable to most others in class when new. That’s a big deal as it means they’re still safe to run down to the tread limit(provided they haven’t aged out).
I also really like the Bridgestone Turanza Serenity. It competes directly with the above Michelin and is usually priced within a few dollars. In my own driving, I’ve found that they might edge out the Michelin’s a bit in wet traction, but are a tiny bit louder. This is all splitting hairs, and if I bought tires tomorrow a s found out that the tire shop was running a good special on them vs the Michelin I like, I’d buy the Bridgestones and not lose a wink of sleep. I’d also do the same if I needed now and would have to wait for the others. I basically consider them comparable other than my personal preference for Michelin.
A surprisingly good tire that I know comes in some 14” sizes is the Yokohama Avid Touring S. It’s a bit less expensive but I’d say is overall a good tire. I’ve only used them on a good weather car so can’t speak to wet traction.
I’ve run Pirelli Centurato P7s bad was mostly happy with them. Traction was good but they were easily the loudest I’d run on the car i has them on. Traction was good, though.
In 14”, a lot of my British sports car friends love the General Altima’s RT43. It’s more of a budget tire, but is supposed to be very grippy but also responsive. It’s the only tire of the ones I’ve listed here I haven’t personally driven on, but plan on buying a set in the next few weeks. A lot of reviews mention noise, which doesn’t matter for where I’m putting them.
Bear in mind that brand itself doesn’t tell the full story. Aside from speciality tires(snow tires, summer sport tires, etc) most good brands have economy lines.
If you’re looking at a specific model tire(not just brand) post it here and I’m sure several of us can give you a good opinion.
Bit of an update on my wing mirror (well more of a confession). So after I took the old one out I noticed the original VW had a metal clip at one end that the one I bought had not (although it had the slot for it). So I took 10 minutes trying to get the clip out of the old one, not doing my skin any favours with the screwdriver!.
Anyway when I put the box in the recycling last night, guess what I found inside. Yup. A metal clip it was supplied with, just needed fitting before it was attached to the car!
Anyway when I put the box in the recycling last night, guess what I found inside. Yup. A metal clip it was supplied with, just needed fitting before it was attached to the car!
First of all, thank you for your elaborated reply.
I know the brand isn’t everything. I asked my mechanic which brands could I install, and he provided me a list of the brands he works with: Michelin (the most expensive ones) Bridgestone, Goodyear, Firestone and Kumho, and he provided me prices. A couple of days later, I realize there are several models on each brand, but my mechanic didn’t specify the model name, just the brand. So today I called him, told him that I finally decided Bridgestone or Goodyear, but before deciding which one (of the two), I need to know to which model especifically, of Bridgestone and Goodyear, is going to put for that price. He sounded a bit offended, and agreed to ask the model, but didn’t phone back today, and won’t until Tuesday.
I shouldn’t feel bad if I want to know what I’m paying for, but at least here in Spain (Europe) mechanics expect you to trust them blindly. The last tires I put on my car, Pirelli P6000, I wasn’t able to choose them, ten years ago. However, they were very good tires, truth be told. But this time I’d like to think a bit more about it, I think I have the right to.
However my car is not a sport one, it’s just 60CV, and rather small, so maybe that’s why it’s not so important to choose a good tire. My tires are: 185/60 14R 82H
Great elaboration, but as the OP seems to be from Spain, the above is not quite correct. Over here in Europe (or, better, EU) you're only allowed to deviate from the given tyre size if the manufacturer allowed for it (or, more precisely, if it's covered by the homologation documents of the car). Otherwise you will run into problems at the next roadworthiness test.
As for the OP, the "82H" in your tyre size is load index (82) and speed index (H = 210 km/h). These numbers don't have to be matched exactly - but they must never be changed down. So, for example, it's perfectly fine to buy 185/60 R14 86V (V being 240 km/h), but not 185/60 R14 79T (T = 190 km/h). The actual required tyre size should be mentioned in your car's documentation (CoC preferably, or manual).
2022 Toyota GR’86’ reveal:
* 2.4 ‘Flat four’
* Offered in 6 speed auto or Manual
* Approximate 2,800 lbs
* Starting price $30,000-ish.
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* 2.4 ‘Flat four’
* Offered in 6 speed auto or Manual
* Approximate 2,800 lbs
* Starting price $30,000-ish.
2022 Toyota GR 86 Revealed! New Name, Same Formula
The Toyota 86 is finally reborn, and in its second generation it bears a new name. Welcome, everyone, Toyota's new GR 86.
I'm hopefully getting a 2012/2013 86 in manual as a fun secondary car2022 Toyota GR’86’ reveal:
* 2.4 ‘Flat four’
* Offered in 6 speed auto or Manual
* Approximate 2,800 lbs
* Starting price $30,000-ish.
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2022 Toyota GR 86 Revealed! New Name, Same Formula
The Toyota 86 is finally reborn, and in its second generation it bears a new name. Welcome, everyone, Toyota's new GR 86.
Awesome. Definitely share a photo and your experience whenever you do. Best of luck.I'm hopefully getting a 2012/2013 86 in manual as a fun secondary car
Yeah, Carvana, Carfax and other similar services greatly alter the market. Carvana is a special case because they market that delivery service so transparently. Now, you aren't confined to your city. If your dream ride is sitting on a lot in Seattle, they will deliver it to Miami. If you were holding out for the Guards Red 911 with a black interior while everyone in your city has silver ones, expand your search radius.
I love having more choices.