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PS. It's industry and business that needs to adapt. They have NO restrictions.........

So far, 1 person has paid, and it's NOT any of you !!! I need to put down a fairly large deposit Friday, so can you all please start to get your monies in...... thanks!

Maybe you should look into Extrude Honing the manifold....?

We need to harness the tropical north of Australia. Irrigation IS a massive waste of water at the moment, expecially in the heat that we are experiencing. Water tanks should be mandatory on new houses and renovations, I'm currently looking into what size and type I can use at home because I don't think flushing the toilet really needs uber clean water. I'll be running the toilets, washing my car and watering the garden with tank water. I'll be drinking the water from the tap and showering in it. But because I'm a MAN, I don't stand under the shower for 25 minutes. BASS OUT

I had one. Solution is as follows.... Buy a Catterham Super 7. It only has two seats and would spank the vast majority of the Skylines on this site.... And it's P-Plate legal

I'm an not really keen on the whole recycled water for human consumption.... The idea is good, but think about this. Many chemicals and stuff cannot be efficiently removed from water. Imagine the aggressive drugs and things that people take during Khemo, these don't come out of the water easily... I don't want to drink that. Industry has ZERO restrictions. Because the scientists believe this drought will be over in a few years, the government wont bring in restrictions. Ash is 100% right with the irrigation channels, they have about 80% wastage from evaporation.

Photos of sliding Ferrari or I'll kill you and your first born!

Spomething I read at Lunch. Taken from the "Skoda Forum" (of all places !! ) Hi to All Have just had fitted 4 Kumho KU31 tyres on standard Fabia vRS rims. Size is 205/45 R16 87W. First impressions are that they are a little quiter and less harsh than the Continental SCII were when new. Sidewalls seem stiffer than the Contis when new as well. Looking at and prodding the sidewalls of the tyres before fitting, it is clear that they have a very small and firm (almost undetectable) comfort band in the sidewall. This compares favourably with the softer and around 3/8 inch comfort band on the SCII. Rim protection is not as deep as the Conti SCII. There is a lot more lug in the tread around the outer edges of the tyres as well. The void area looks to be greater than on the Contis. The compound feels softer than the Contis when cold and the tyres seem to build up heat and get working quickly. Wearing a little of the mould release agent off the tyres, they are starting to "come in" after around 100 miles. Initial impressions are that the tyre needs a bigger slip angle to generate cornering force than the SCII, so more steering is required to get around a given corner. As a result, turn in feels subjectively slower, although once turned in, the tyres more rigid structure makes it feel more positive. This increased need for slip angle may just be a result of the tyres newness. The tyres are still too new to start leaning on them heavily, but a quick go at hoiking it into a corner and loading the back up gave a fairly big sideways attitude through the corner, followed by excellent front end grip under power on the way out allowing the car to keep the back end loaded. On the downside, considerably more steering had to be used to do this than the SCII, so therefore, less optimal balance is achieved. I will give them another two or three hundred miles to scrub, which may well improve matters. The stiffer sidewalls seem to suit the standard damping very well. The SCII sidewalls went from soft to baggy after 5000 miles and this made the tyres springy and seemingly bouncy. The KU31 seem to be much better in this respect and are better suited to the microdamping properties of the standard setup. Wheel patter over broken surfaces is hugely improved. The primary ride is also improved with the car / tyre system combining to feel better damped than it ever did with the SCIIs. So far, so good. Will add to the review as the miles go on and as I get to try them in the wet. Hard cornering and wet weather performance at 300 miles update OK, 330 miles total mileage on the KU31 and it starts to chuck it down with rain. In the interests of science and for you lot, I went out for a little tyre testing tonight. Well I did expect to report that alas I got what I paid for (£53.95 each). However, it would seem I got considerably more than I paid for. Dry performance: The tyres have scrubbed in now and have settled down nicely. Turn in still requires more lock to be applied than the Conti SCIIs but once turned in, the tyres provide a stable and accurate response. Steering feel is pretty good and you are aware of the amount of grip you are using. The car does feel a little loose at the back end, but this is because the tyres take on a more sideways stance to corner than did the SCIIs. So when you turn in, it feels a little vague at the back. Lean on it a bit more, turn in a bit harder, get the back starting to swing and apply some gas to balance and the rears dig in nicely. You end up going a bit more sideways than is immediately comfortable in a FWD car, but as long as you have power left to drag it straight should the back start to let go, it all seems very "right". I would say that outright lateral grip is a little better than the SCIIs. Certainly, once loaded into the corner, the car is more resolutely stuck on its line where the Contis would have the car loading and unloading the rear end as the front bounced around, on these it just stays pinned. Braking grip is another area where the Kumhos have a slight advantage. Doing emergency stops with a customer today, it was quite obvious that the ABS cuts in later on these tyres. Straight line traction is also improved over the SCII. On higher speed corners, stability compares favourably with the SCIIs. The stiffer sidewalls inspire more confidence and you get more feel of road surface and camber changes. Once the limit of adhesion is breached, the higher slip angles and speeds will make this car on these tyres a little less easy to catch than the SCIIs, but the rear end seems to let go first consitently and more gas seems to just haul it back into line. It is by no means snappy though and communicates its intentions well. Wet performance: In normal driving, the tyres give a very surefooted and positive feel. There is again plenty of feedback when turning and they feel good under braking and acceleration. Upping the pace to push on a bit harder, the stable feel stays. A trait carried over from the dry handling is the increased slip angle required to achieve turn in over the SCIIs. Again, this manifests itself as a feeling that the whole plot is going to go horribly sideways, but agian, lean on it more and the grip is there, just more sideways in attitude. Actual grip levels are definately higher than I have ever had with the SCIIs in the wet. Once past the limit of adhesion, the tyres break away in a less progressive fashion than the SCIIs. Where the Contis would start to drift and rumble across the surface quite early on, the Kumhos are still digging in. However, once they do start to let go, you feel it more as an increase in the sideways stance. Again, applying gas sorts it out. Feel past the limit is a bit odd. You get a real sense of the tyres stick-slipping as if they are letting go and re gripping as the load comes off. It is pretty easy to modulate this and control the slide. Wet traction out of corners is ahead of the capabilities of the SCIIs when they were new. What is particualrly striking is the way the front pulls deeper into the corners when the throttle is applied, this I assume being the result of the bigger front end slip angle. In the intersts of science, I put the car through a local spot where water runs off across the road. It was enough to see the Contis, when worn down to 3mm, aquaplaning at 80 ish (KPH officer). Same stretch tonight was comfortable at a little under 100 (KPH officer). Obviously the tyres are new and the Contis used to go through it nicely when they were new also. It does confirm that aquaplaning wont be an issue unless you are taking the p, which given the large void ratio of the KU31 is no surprise. Steering feel lets you know you are in the standing water more directly and more obviously. Emergency stopping showed no problems and again, a high level of grip and plenty of info about the surface and camber changes coming back through the wheel. 850 miles tyres settled down OK, so with 850 miles on them, the Kumho KU31 seem to have settled down. Above comments about ride and compatability with the standard Fabia vRS springing and damping still apply. Road noise seems to be transmitted less harshly than with the Contis, but on really smooth surfaces where the contis would be very quiet, the Kumhos are a little noisier. Having said that, to qualify the difference, I reduced the "gala" setting on the radio from 3 to 2. The handling is still under question. There is a lot of grip for sure, more than the Contis, but and it is a significant but, when I steer with these fitted, I find that a lot of lock is needed to get the turn required. The downside of this is that the difference in slip angle front to rear is quite large, making it very difficult to get all four tyres working at optimum. It would seem that there are two ways to overcome this. One is to throw the car at the corner, get the rear swinging and nail the throttle to hold it all at the required angle. However, this is not really a subtle approach and relies on pushing the car into oversteer by trail braking or brutal steering. The second method is to turn in at the same sort of speed as would have suited the Contis, but then nial the gas and keep the lock applied. Curiously, this creates a ensation not unlike driving a FWD car with an LSD. The car seems to pull into the apex and if you are unsubtle enough, this unsettles the back and then re settles it once slip angle is achieved. Not pretty, but very fast. While I reckon that with practice these will prove to be the faster tyre on any given twisty road, the Contis actually gave better handling. It would appear that some handling has been sacrificed to get more grip / speed which is not an unusual trade off. Progression is now very good wet or dry. They dont warn as early as the Contis, but then they dont let go as early as the Contis either. They do let go in a manageable way and do communicate what is going on. Conclusion: I have compared the Kumho KU31 to the Continental Sport Contact SCII, a tyre that came second to the Goodyear Eagle F1 GSD3 in an Evo tyre test. The Kumhos cost a whole lot of cash less than the Contis (£40 less per corner at the best price I could get for Contis) but the performance is if anything more suited to the Fabia standard setup. Dry grip is higher than the Conti on even surfaces and better still once bumps are introduced. Wet grip is again higher and steering feel improved. The tyres are generally a little less progressive, but with higher overall grip levels. This is always a tradeoff. The higher slip angle required for quick cornering may be of concern to some, but get used to it and the confidence grows. The key thing is that the stiffer structure allows you to use more of the grip and feel more of what is going on. So generally, these tyres out perform the Continental SCII in grip and feedback levels, but are not as good in terms of progression and handling. The Kumho KU31 compound is evidently a fair bit softer than the SCII and I think this is where the performance advantage has come from, so wear wise, they will probably not be anywhere near as good as the Contis, however, my SCII sidewalls went baggy long before the tread wore out anyway. So they are probably not the best tyre in the world, but they are extremely good, suit the Fabia setup very well and regardless of price, a recommendable product. Many thanks to those that helped my with the choosing. Chris

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I'm dying to see results..

Not so rought looking now.... Pics are straight off the gun, still to be buffed up.

Anyone got a photo of my car UBER sideways.... In high res, large size?

There's a Trainstation right near it. Called Heatherdale. It's on the Lilydale line.

Hey ppls.... Heres the deal. "Grape Grazing" tickets to the Yarra Valley includes: 1. Luxury coach transport into three top class wineries. 2. Coaches are fully hosted with on board entertainment, and giveaways. Click here to view photos 3. On board morning tea platters, our famous lollie bags, and an extra bottle of water. 4. Grape Grazing Pass which includes: Entry into the wineries, Glass of wine & The Grape Grazing souvenir glass to keep, a selection of a meal at any winery, Tea/coffee & a bottle of water. 5. After Party at Icon on Saturday Click here for Icon and the Red Eagle on Sunday Click here for Red Eagle : includes free finger food upon arrival. Prices are for the complete 'Grape Grazing' Package. $85.00 p/p. (groups over 30+ people) + 1 FREE TICKET FOR THE ORGANISER $90.00 p/p (groups between 1 - 29 people) WE MUST HAVE CONFIRMED 30+ people. everyone should pay NOW so that we can get the cheaper price. Designated Pick up locations/times for Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th Feb 2007: (Choose only one) 10.00am (Car Park of the Coach & Horses) Cnr Sherbrook Ave & Whitehorse rd Ringwood Mel Ref 49 E9 ** Large groups are able to organize an alternative pickup if suitable (40+) Standard itineraries for Grape Grazing Sunday 18th February 2007: Itinerary 5 Domain Chandon : De Bortoli : Rochford Wines Latest News: Yering Station, Immerse and Henkell will not participate in the 2007 Grape Grazing festival. Please Note: 1. Itineraries for groups and individuals are subject to availability from the G.G. Committee. There are five standard itineraries to choose from. 2. If you are going to organize a group, confirm numbers and collect money from guest as early as possible. Final payment and numbers are required the latest, 2nd February 2007. 3. For non-drinkers wine vouchers may be exchanged for coffee, tea or soft drinks. 4. BYO food and drink is not able to be brought into the wineries/coach apart from water. 5. Buses generally will only be able to stop and depart, for safety reasons from the designated pick up/drop off locations. 6. It is the responsibility of all individuals to arrive at the pick up locations, and back onto the coach 5 minutes prior to the departure. 7. If you would like your own personalized itinerary and/or coach book well in advanced to avoid disappointment. (minimum of 50+ people) 8. Groups wishing to be all on the one bus are to be located at ONLY ONE of the designated pick up locations. 9. Grape Grazing tickets are non-refundable but are transferable to another individual, lost tickets are not able to be reissued. 10. Larger groups are able to organize an alternative pickup (40+ people) 11. Essentials for the Grape Grazing Traveller: Rug, sun screen, hat, sun glasses, additional water and a smile!! 12. Drink in moderation and please don't drink and drive home after the festival! So, here's my bit. PAY NOW! Here's my account details..... Peter N Blythe BSB: 733127 ACC: 533734 Amount $85 per person. If we get less that 30 people, you all owe me $5 cash on the day, don't think I wont come and collect. PAY NOW PAY NOW PAY NOW.

I nominate me for the role of Pete. Can I get a second?

Felix, I can understand your concerns, and unfortunatly, with builds like this, things always take longer than you think. I have worked in manufacturing of machinery for 7 years, and I can tell you that things NEVER, EVER in your wildest dreams go smoothly. Even if it's a machine you've build 100 times before. 1 day delay here, another there puts everything out. An unforseen thing like a week off crook = another week at the end of the job, and that could mean that you miss an opening at a machine shop to get stuff done, which cen then mean to wait for another spot, which could be weeks from then. It's very frustrating for everyone involved, but sometimes you have to grin and bear it. Such is life.

Mike_ Duly Noted. OnAHigh. Eventually. Gotta find the time. Work, Wedding Planning, Painting my house and general other stuff seem to keep getting in my way of total world domination of Radiator Air Deflectors. I'm sure I'll be able to one day however. Just not today BASS OUT

Andru.... Dunno. Maybe...... Woolls I've got you down for one

Nightcrawler = Nope. Sorry. Not yet. Andru = When I have enought numbers to do a resonable quantity. Normally about 15.

Hey Guys. I have a funny feeling that Stage-A and Wagon have gotten mixed up. Stage-A, yours was ordered without engraving, and you paid accordingly. Wagon, yours was ordered with engraving and paid accordingly. For some reason I have mixed you two up and hence the one I have in Melbourne doesn't have engraving, and I reckon, no, I'm sure that Stage-A's is in the mail right now and you should recieve it pretty soon. Stage-A, looks like you have scored yourself engraving for free, don't worry about sending it back cos it cost me $37 to get it to you. Obviously, don't worry about the extra freight amount because of the long delay in getting these out. Wagon, I'll be taking the guide to the engravers early next week. Sorry guys. BASS OUT (slaps himself on forehead first)

Well, the day of burning bot bots is nearing us again! Horrible Haggis's (of Red Back Chilli) Hot Sauce and Firey Foods Festival is on the weekend of the 17th and 18th of Feb. Same weekend as Grape Grazing. Great foods and chillis and sauces and all sorts of things at the festival. So, I'll be there on the 17th and Grape Grazing on the 18th. Check it out!!! http://www.hsfff.com/ Go on, DO IT! BASS OUT

No Probs. Any pictures you huys can take of the guides in position would be great! Cheers Pete

Hey ppls. As many of you may know, I manufacture a vast range of Aluminium Radiator Air Deflectors. Currently I have designs for the following cars. R33 GTS-T Series I R33 GTS-T Series II R33 GTR Series III R34 GTT Series I Standard Front Bar R34 GTT Series I Nismo Aero Front Bar (Also fits R34 GTT Series II) Stagea Series I (with and without scoop) Stagea Series II (with and without scoop) I also have a design that seems to fit R33 GTR Series I or II but not yet confirm. This model was custom made for a guy with an R33 GTS-T fitted with an R33 GTR front end. Was a tight fit, but it fit. The guides are made from 1.2mm Aluminium and will be powder-coated in a satin black finish. I have decided not to anodise them as the finish on the aluminium must be perfect for it to look as good as it should, and manufacturing processes can’t always guarantee this. You can delete the powdercoat from the guide, this will save you $5. The price varies according to the model, and all prices must add freight. The guides are sent bubble wrapped in tough cardboard boxes. I use Aust Post standard post. I cannot be held responsible for any damage during transport, but I’ve not had a problem with this method so far. Freight is a minimum of $25 but if your postcode is a long way out of a capital city, then the amount will be on a case by case basis. For instance, one of the packages I send in the last group buy cost me $35 in postage…. But I didn’t pass that cost on because I didn’t mention this clause. Note’s from previous group buy. I learnt a lot from the last group buy. One of these things is that I will never offer a product that I have not finalised the design for. The other is never attempt a group buy whilst in the process of changing jobs. Anywho, all those problems are in the past now. I appreciate the patience of the people from the last group buy who waited whilst I faffed around. Pricing: R33 GTS-T Series I R33 GTS-T Series II R33 GTR Series III All $80 R34 GTT Series I Standard Front Bar R34 GTT Series I Nismo Aero Front Bar (Also fits R34 GTT Series II) All $80 Stagea Series I $120 with scoop Stagea Series I $90 without scoop Stagea Series II $120 with scoop Stagea Series II $90 without scoop So, who’s in? R33 GTS-T Series I Mike_ linedup33 R33 GTS-T Series II Woolls R33 GTR Series III R34 GTT Series I Standard Front Bar FAT34 Zensoku R34 GTT Series I Nismo Aero Front Bar (Also fits R34 GTT Series II) Beagle (No Scoop) Stagea Series I (with and without scoop) Stagea Series II (with and without scoop) Cheers and BASS OUT R33 GTS-T Series I ........... R33 GTS-T Series II........... R34 GTT Series I............. R34 GTS-T Nismo Bar......... Stag Series I scop............... Stag Series II scoop

Okay ppls. Invite your friends, invite your family but dont miss this. We need about 40 people to get our own bus, which would be uber cool. I'll need to start taking money soon so that it's not a mad rush at the end. I'll get confirmed booking, timing and location details next week. Only 6 weeks to go! BASS OUT

Hi Nytsky, Yeah that's probably me. In some videos I had 200rwkw, later ones I've got 250.