benjy_b
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I've had some feedback via some other forums and I believe I may have priced this a little high. I've reduced it down to £850. With the car being so close to requiring a timing belt, the kit is around £150 with a "better quality" belt so I have reduced it accordingly. The windscreen can be fixed on insurance for free or a small excess without it affecting your no claims. The interior colour, I'm afraid, cannot be fixed
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2005 Subaru Forester 2.5XT 1999 BMW E36 318i Touring with OM605 Mercedes Engine 1996 Lada Riva with Honda S2000 Engine
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benjy_b
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If you fancy a manual conversion, I'll sell you all the appropriate items for CHEAP ;-)
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benjy_b
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If you paste the IMG code from photobucket the pics will appear as if by magic meaning those of us who cannot see photobucket on our work computers will be able to see them! Sorry, I was quickly adding them from my iPhone with the intention to edit the post later. They should be working now Thanks
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benjy_b
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Last Edit: Feb 1, 2016 23:51:34 GMT by benjy_b
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benjy_b
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Bump: cooling problem fixed
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benjy_b
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It's a popular mod amongst the US Subaru Impreza & Forester owners. They also put better quality horns there too.
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Last Edit: Feb 1, 2016 17:14:15 GMT by benjy_b
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benjy_b
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I notice there are two rectangular patterns on the grill, either side of the emblem. Have you thought about putting some lights behind? A bit like so:
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Last Edit: Feb 1, 2016 16:18:45 GMT by benjy_b
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benjy_b
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Jan 29, 2016 21:00:25 GMT
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You could always buy two engine stands and modify them - ^ genius
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Last Edit: Jan 29, 2016 21:02:06 GMT by benjy_b
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benjy_b
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Have a look that through this site: zada-tech.comIt has a number of electronic gauge options.
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benjy_b
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Just watched the blog.
I'm really liking those seats. Is it a hounds tooth design in the centre?!
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benjy_b
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SOLD
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benjy_b
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Have you got the headlight switch? Is it illuminated red?
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benjy_b
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Jan 20, 2016 23:32:51 GMT
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Willing to take offers on this.
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benjy_b
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Jan 20, 2016 19:23:32 GMT
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After owning the Forester for just over two months, I'm putting it up for sale. The main reason being the fuel consumption, 25mpg is just not what I'm used to, coming from a TDI Golf. I really like everything about the car, except the engine. I fear I've spent too much time in diesels Whilst in my ownership I experienced a breakdown caused by a split in the top hose to the radiator. Luckily, I managed to stop before it caused any further damage. I have fitted a second hand top hose and replaced the coolant with Halfords 5 Years OAT & Subaru Coolant Conditioner. After carrying out the coolant system repairs, the car decided it didn't want to charge the battery (I believe the alternator may have been damaged when the engine bay was soaked with coolant mixture). I have subsequently replaced the alternator with a second hand item and now it is charging properly. Car: Subaru Forester Turbo S Engine: 2.0l Turbo Transmission: Manual MOT: Expires 19th May 2016 Mileage: 125000 Price: SOLD Location: Batley, West Yorkshire Contact: 07900152783 Here's the spec:2000 Subaru Forester Turbo S 2.0l Turbo 5 Speed Manual AWD Black 124268 Miles Full Service History Black & Yellow Leather Interior Heated Front Seats Front Arm Rests Large Sunroof Air Conditioning Power Steering Electric Windows Front Fog Lights Heated Wipers Heated Wing Mirrors Heated Wiper Blades 12 Storage Compartments 5 Cup Holders Genuine Boot Tray Carpet Mats Dealer Accessory Forester Rear Reflective Panel Winter Tyres Prodrive Exhaust Backbox Prodrive Rear Anti Roll Bar (Not fitted) Superflex Rear Anti Roll Bar Bushes (Not Fitted) USDM Side Indicators (Not Fitted) 5x Dealer Workshop Manuals Dealer Accessories Brochure Haynes Manual Bad bits: Small chip in windscreen, mid-passenger side Crack on windscreen, lower passenger side, hardly visible Bodywork showing signs of age, couple of dents and some hazing to the paint Headlight Washers not working, faulty pump Cambelt due @ 130k miles If you view the car, offer lower than £850 and give me justification for your offer. Then I may consider it. Upon viewing, if you insist on a test drive then I expect you bring the full cash amount and proof of insurance. If you have any questions, feel free to ask. The car is available for viewing most days in Batley, West Yorkshire
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Last Edit: Feb 18, 2016 12:59:02 GMT by benjy_b
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benjy_b
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Jan 15, 2016 17:57:40 GMT
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So, I'm currently lusting over changing the Golf to an E30 coupe as my daily. Trawling through Instagram the other day, I came across a beauty with English plates. Does anyone know of a build thread or additional pictures of this car?
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benjy_b
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Jan 14, 2016 16:28:21 GMT
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Reduced to £50 posted
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benjy_b
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Jan 14, 2016 15:19:07 GMT
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benjy_b
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Jan 14, 2016 11:20:22 GMT
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Stunning work!
I apologise if I've missed it, but are you using any underbody protection on the car? I love the look of a body coloured underside.
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benjy_b
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Jan 11, 2016 17:54:30 GMT
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For sale: Mercedes W202 1993-2000 Hella Heckblende Recently bought from eBay: m.ebay.co.uk/itm/161592280110?_mwBanner=1I've sold my C250 now, so no longer required. £80 posted to mainland UK Or £75 collected from Batley, WF17 6LE
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Last Edit: Jan 11, 2016 17:54:43 GMT by benjy_b
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benjy_b
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I wouldn't really know the shelf life of fuel. It was in my bike a few months. When it wouldn't start I remember being surprised when just changing the fuel cured it.
Have you tried some easy start?
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