Breaker 980 Report post Posted March 29, 2019 (edited) 11 hours ago, NUSTAD said: Great you got a WOF.....VTNZ must have had the riot act read to them by LTNZ as they just failed my GTR for having adjustable castor rods......they have been on there for a decade......insisting on a cert. FFS....... they don’t want to carry any risk. Exactly, too scared covering their arse more then is it a safety risk, wrong agenda altogether Edited March 29, 2019 by Breaker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olaf 3341 Report post Posted April 14, 2019 VTNZ, jeez I've had them write down on the WoF form that it's a litre and a half low on oil. They don't even know how to read a dipstick. Better they stick to their core function! Thankfully I've never had any stupid observations about suspension component replacements, and my local always seems to have a BMW keen-bean. B12 Pro Kit must be nice, Brent. Given there'd be a TUV cert for it, shouldn't be hard to run that against the standards and guidelines. Thankfully they've never blinked at my Volvo, self-levelling (Nivomat) also removed. They were self-contained units with soft springs; replaced with Sachs OEM & H&R Sportsprings. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Breaker 980 Report post Posted April 15, 2019 15 hours ago, Olaf said: VTNZ, jeez I've had them write down on the WoF form that it's a litre and a half low on oil. They don't even know how to read a dipstick. Better they stick to their core function! Thankfully I've never had any stupid observations about suspension component replacements, and my local always seems to have a BMW keen-bean. B12 Pro Kit must be nice, Brent. Given there'd be a TUV cert for it, shouldn't be hard to run that against the standards and guidelines. Thankfully they've never blinked at my Volvo, self-levelling (Nivomat) also removed. They were self-contained units with soft springs; replaced with Sachs OEM & H&R Sportsprings. A much better option for the Volvo I bet Olaf. And yes they also mentioned I was a quart short of oil ! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1878 Report post Posted April 15, 2019 VTNZ wof check for my partner's Mazda Poo (2). Passes with an advisory that rear brake pads will need replacing in the next 12 months. It has drum brakes in the rear. 1 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Breaker 980 Report post Posted April 20, 2019 Managed to score some genuine low mileage replacement tail lights for $50 each. Bargain really. Nothing much wrong with the old ones but certainly not as dull and in better condition so they can move to the parts cupboard.Some before and after pics. 6 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Breaker 980 Report post Posted May 4, 2019 Auxiliary water pump hose was a bit fried and leaking so replaced that and the lower radiator main hose while I was at it, not to tricky but full radiator out to get to it. Luckily I could get around the aux fan and didn’t need to remove it 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Breaker 980 Report post Posted July 13, 2019 Replaced heater control valve and tensioner pulley, old one was pretty fried! Putting it mildly, whole thing collapsed Still got a squeaking belt so have ordered a replacement hopefully that cures it ... 1 1 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Allanw 1072 Report post Posted July 13, 2019 You got your moneys worth out of that pulley!!! ? 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Breaker 980 Report post Posted July 13, 2019 Just now, Allanw said: You got your moneys worth out of that pulley!!! ? Every cent ? plus I can reuse the bearings rolling round the under tray ?? 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Breaker 980 Report post Posted November 30, 2019 Front bumper replaced out, it’s not perfect but substantially better and passes the 10foot test. Ready for paint With the rest of the car now. Should be sorted by Xmas. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Breaker 980 Report post Posted February 23, 2020 Ok so been away for a paint, bit of a mission. Used a guy I heard off, knew it would be cheap and really wanted to tidy it up. Unfortunately it’s a great 2M job, and good 1M job and definite areas of average up close, em well, it was a cheap respray. On the upside all the messy coloured panels are now the same, fading and peeling clear coat all gone, front bumper done and colour coded rocker panels completed. If I want a better job I’ll probably get it wrapped, at least the base is better now. Now I’m after sorting the wheels, 19’s or 20’s and likely a dish look, if I can stretch to some softlines all the better. Then headliner replacement.... on it goes Still better then being the bird I hit on the way down to the tron last week ? 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gaz 1062 Report post Posted February 23, 2020 Got some staggered style 95s if they are of interest? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Breaker 980 Report post Posted February 23, 2020 37 minutes ago, Gaz said: Got some staggered style 95s if they are of interest? Spotted them Gaz, they do look good on the 38s ..... will think on it 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NUSTAD 243 Report post Posted February 23, 2020 Hold out for softlines......... i quite like style 128 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Breaker 980 Report post Posted February 23, 2020 Em yummy as well,ah the choices Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Breaker 980 Report post Posted March 4, 2020 Well I got a set of Style 101s which where a cost option upgrade on the E65. Staggered 20s which I wasn’t super sure on, but in the end am very happy with the result. I think they suit the style without being super OTT. Rides great and zero rubbing, perfect offset and fit. They need a little work however for $800 with Pilot Super Sports that have 3-4mm left I can hardly complain ? 7 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NUSTAD 243 Report post Posted March 4, 2020 Bargain for quality man jewellery. She is certainly evolving into a celebrity e38! I like it very much. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted March 5, 2020 WOW! looks great!! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M M 250 Report post Posted March 5, 2020 That looks awesome. Didn't even know those wheels existed. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Breaker 980 Report post Posted December 12, 2020 Righto, bit of an update. Cars been away for a couple of months getting a birthday. Was in no hurry but it’s great to have her back. She drives awesome and I forgot how much I love this old girl. few things ticketed off the list WOF and check Replaced rear pads Transmission service and filter Front brake hoses replaced Engine mounts replaced Cooling system pressure tested, found small leak. Radiator and lower hoses replaced Reinitialised Remote and key, had lost remote key and boot access Top battery replaced Oil and filter changed Still a couple of things to do, transmission mount needs sourcing, seemingly impossible to get in NZ so I’ll get one brought in. Rear joint on drive shaft has a bit of play so will get that done as well. Have new rear passenger glass as current its delaminating a little being double glazed. Then Xmas it’s getting the full polish, see if I can sort out that dodgy paint job. If not then it’ll likely get a wrap. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NUSTAD 243 Report post Posted December 12, 2020 No wrap! Let it wear its history even if not perfect! Glad to hear it is getting some love. 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GorGasm 563 Report post Posted December 13, 2020 Saw it parked in Gordonton yesterday parked up. Looking nice! Silver with silver wheels is great. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Breaker 980 Report post Posted December 14, 2020 10 hours ago, GorGasm said: Saw it parked in Gordonton yesterday parked up. Looking nice! Silver with silver wheels is great. Couldn’t resist a good long run down through Cambridge and back home. 300ks felt great, always more to do though .... Firepot is always a good stop 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GorGasm 563 Report post Posted December 14, 2020 Have just moved to the area so will have to give Firepot a try. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Breaker 980 Report post Posted December 14, 2020 7 minutes ago, GorGasm said: Have just moved to the area so will have to give Firepot a try. Been a favourite of ours since we where in Morrinsville, still great but not as great as when they had Buttermilk pancakes on the menu. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
