Kenrw8
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On a lambo.
OF11CKU , with a strategical placed black screw O F1.1CK U
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Saw yesterday on M65, M155 SHG on a Mazda MX-5, lady driver.
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On a MX5
YR5 8 ABY
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SO52YOU
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Mine is LA71 YOO, lazy you
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Car now sold, replaced by a new Kia Ceed on rolling 6month lease new replacement every six month
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WA57TER J
On Ford transit, would if really is
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PR05TAT on Driving school car
P121VAT on a BMW
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Well as previously posted I had drop in fuel economy from range of over 400 miles down 360 ish. But now back to over 400 miles. Back to using E5, ie Tesco momentum 99 Ron. Bit more expensive but to me it's worth it.
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RE60VRY on a local recovery vehicle
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Just seen this in Blackburn
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Nice see mines ok , GB with Union Jack on left side of number plate.
Surprised to see that GB with Euro symbol is acceptable.
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Just be aware that headlight led bulb upgrade are a MOT failure.
Extract
Please note that since January 2021, the MOT Inspection manual has been updated to include LED bulbs.
Section 4.1.4 now states the following:
“Existing halogen headlamp units should not be converted to be used with high intensity discharge (HID) or light emitting diode (LED) bulbs. If such a conversion has been done, you must fail the headlamp.”
This is a brand new update that seems to only focus on headlights.
There are no mentions to fail other LED bulbs such as brake lights, tail lights or reversing lights.
I suggest Osram Nightbreaker, I have only LED sidelights, Fog lights and number plate. LED Indicators and Brake fail Canban
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You mention getting tyres because fronts needed replacing, I presume you got the rears as well.
I only ask as it's unwise to mix all season and summer tyres.
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Well I'm nearly through my first fill (42l) tank of Tesco E10 ( aka E5) and currently my range is down by 30 miles. I don't keep records , just monitor the range following fill up, ( usually 35-42 litres) , Fabia mk2 1.tsi.
Usually range is 400-420 but after 1/3 ish tank its 370 with combined trip mileage
I normally use Tesco 99.
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10 hours ago, e-Roottoot said:
Are Tesco really displaying misleading or false information on pumps now on E10 being what is being delivered.
What about the Octane, is it showing 95 octane (min) for Unleaded and 99 Octane (min) for Tesco Momentum 99.
The same 95 ron for Tesco Unleaded be it E5 or E10
Tesco have labeled their pumps (BwD) and selling the 95 Octane as E10. 99 is still labelled as E5, as I read it E10 is available as 95 octane.
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Any choice you make, All season or Winter ( can be a good choice) , it will be the right one and time will tell if it was the right one. And with your mileage you'll find out sooner than normal for your second choice. I made a choice from tyre reviews and YouTube vids for the A005 nearly three years ago and confidently and stuck with them for their replacement with Evo version.
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Just to confuse you more, as you are high mileage, perhaps you ought consider the offerings from Tyre reviews who have also tested UHP (Ultra High Performance) all seasons
2020 UHP All Season Tyre Test - Tyre Reviews and Tests
2020 top 5 summary
Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4
Continental Extremecontact DWS 06
With your mileage most tyres would need replacing within a year, so why not work your way through the top ones each year and eventually decide on a favourite.
We all select tyres that meet our particular circumstances, I like A005 as they meet my needs, I don't consider Michelin's as they have harder compound which I don't class as a reason to buy. OE are generally summer tyres with very limited performance below 5C whereas All season are better suited for cold weather and operate in warmer conditions and are perfectly suited to the UK conditions
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The Evo tyres were announced in Oct 20 , so hopefully you may get some impericable evidence. I've placed all the info that I found. To be fair I haven't noticed any difference since fitting the Evo in February, mind you I don't keep records of fuel consumption. My range is between 360 (local and heavy acceleration) and 430 (prolong cruise, long range mway / dual carriageway) miles.
For which I'm very happy with along with excellent handling in the wet , dry, grip in fast corners / bends.
The choice is yours, if any doubts don't get them, my choice in future will be A005 Evo.
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E10 fuel is here , I got some today from Tesco. It official standard from now.
Those with cars pre 2011 will have ignition problems. pinking, E5 may be available for a period but it price will escalate
Tesco momentum is E5 whilst unleased is E10
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*Mod Comment* - This conversation has been split from another thread in the tyre zone - https://www.briskoda.net/forums/topic/484098-bridgestone-weather-control-a005/
*** Original post Below ***
What you asking for will only be relevent to E5 fuel, unless you have diesel, so is now irrelevant as standard petrol is 95 octane E10. And E10 is less efficient so your mpg reduces.
https://www.rac.co.uk/drive/advice/emissions/what-is-e10-fuel-and-how-could-it-affect-you/
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Got. Evo as they're the latest according to Bridgestone press release
https://www.bridgestone.co.uk/story/mobility/bridgestone-launches-weather-control-a005-evo
https://tyretradenews.co.uk/news/bridgestone-launches-weather-control-a005-evo/
Also now that standard petrol is E10 this fuel now apparently is less fuel efficient over the old E5 grade.
10% ethanol compared to 5%.
2]Based on the internal tests carried out by Bridgestone vs. WeatherControl A005 in Sweden proving ground. Tyre size 205/55R16 94V. Tractive Force in [5-35 kph] range increased by 3% vs. predecessor. Snow Braking distance in [40-5 kph] range decreased by 3% vs. predecessor. Lateral acceleration increased by 4% vs. predecessor in Snow slalom test at 50kph.
We're back! CumbriaVAG returns
in North West England
Posted · Edited by Kenrw8
🎪 We're back! CumbriaVAG returns 10th and 11th June, join us? 🎪
We’re super excited to be able to release the dates for this year's event. And since you joined us in the past we’d love to have you back!
CumbriaVAG Show and Shine Festival '23 will take place on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th June, once again on the edge of the stunning Lake District at Westmorland County Showground, LA77NH.
Earlybird tickets for the festival are on sale now!
Camping will of course be available once again on Saturday night, as well as a stellar lineup in the Slam Tent.
Show & Shine and Club Stand applications will open this week too, so get your car cleaned and get some photos ready. We’re making preparations to make this the biggest festival yet. See you soon!