AutomotiveThis is my collection of petrol head writings, be it about my cars, my bike, mechanics, motoring in general and a few of rants and raves about the state of the roads/traffic/people on them. You can also see what cars and bikes I have owned and their specifications.
My alloy wheels were in need of a refurbishment. The polished rims are dull, the powedercoat is flaking off. This is how I refurbish wheels.
- 29th Feb, 2016
How to remove the tricky Defender TD5 starter motor to replace the unit or to refurbish the solenoid. It's not as difficult as it sounds.
- 9th Nov, 2013
Fitting Terrafirma Wheel Spacers to my Defender to give it an additional 60mm track, which should improve handling, cornering and stability.
- 28th Aug, 2013
I've always used Disklok's as part of my car security and the Defender is no exception, but I can't just tuck it in behind the seat anymore.
- 12th Aug, 2013
A list of bulb fitments for the Yamaha XV1900 Midnight Star Bulb Types including voltages and wattage for standard and replacement bulbs.
- 26th Jul, 2013
Today, my brother-in-law and myself dismantled the front half of my GTR to fit a new radiator, HKS intercooler and pipe kit.
- 11th Jul, 2009
I received my baffled twin turbo pipe through the post today. This mod is designed to help the air flow restrictions of the standard y-pipe.
- 23rd Jun, 2009
Guide on replacing the radio headunit in 1995 Nissan Skyline GT-R. Replacing an old Pioneer CD player for a new Alpine IDA-X100 car stereo.
- 15th May, 2008
Memorable Top Gear Quotes which includes quotes of Richard Hammond boasting of being a Driving God and many of Clarksons put downs.
- 10th Feb, 2008
Star in a Reasonably Priced Car is a section of BBC Top Gear where a celebrity is interviewed by Jeremy Clarkson and they drive a lap.
- 12th Sep, 2007
