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Old 15th November 2008, 18:37   #21
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Old 15th November 2008, 18:42   #22
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Is the 2 bucket method worth doing?

I've read alot of people doing it! but have never actually done it myself!
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Old 15th November 2008, 18:45   #23
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Yea...bit like above just helps to prevent swirls. Dunking it in some clean water after removing dirt will help reduce the risk of wiping dirt/grit over your car
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Old 15th November 2008, 19:16   #24
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Is the 2 bucket method worth doing?

I've read alot of people doing it! but have never actually done it myself!
yes it is. it will surprise you how much shit is at the bottom of your rinse bucket at the end of wash, and your soap bucket stays clean
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Old 15th November 2008, 19:24   #25
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Car is hot mate
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Old 15th November 2008, 19:28   #26
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yes it is. it will surprise you how much shit is at the bottom of your rinse bucket at the end of wash, and your soap bucket stays clean
Ill have to give it a bash tomorrow if the weather good!

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Old 15th November 2008, 21:23   #27
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i really want your engine, cost you alot for the throttle boddies ?
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Old 15th November 2008, 21:30   #28
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I actually managed to save a packet on parts but it still all adds up

Expect to pay around 3k
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Old 15th November 2008, 21:34   #29
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I actually managed to save a packet on parts but it still all adds up

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ouch thats what i cant justify at moment for mine to take on something like that either tbs or supercharger because all every1 says is its only a saxo lol, but looks well clean though mate top job
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very clean mate, saw the car at FCS this year iirc looking very fresh
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Old 15th November 2008, 22:46   #31
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Nice gti dude. Engine bay is looking very nice. And the 2nd to last beading pic is my fav
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That is pure porn mate - looks absolutely stunning!
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ouch thats what i cant justify at moment for mine to take on something like that either tbs or supercharger because all every1 says is its only a saxo lol, but looks well clean though mate top job
Which ever route isnt cheap trust me - ive done the figures lol

Bit the bullet in the end and to be honest it was all worth it just for the noise lol
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That looks lush
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Seen this in the flesh and it's every bit as immaculate as in the pics
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Bay is quality!!! top car and effort there man
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Old 16th November 2008, 11:02   #37
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Old 16th November 2008, 15:52   #38
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Seen your car on 106 owners, its by far my fave 106!

Good work looks immensly clean

Have you dyno'd it??
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Thanks fella. Approx 165-170bhp (135-140 @ wheels)
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