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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 12:45 AM
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Finally got round to doing something about dumping my brain's knowledge of Scoobies into a FAQ!

So here's a first draft, constituting one evening of furious typing. Would the established people please read and correct everything they can, either here or by e-mail . Much appreciated!

I know two of the smileys don't work yet, but they will!

All suggestions, comments and criticism gratefully received...

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HERE is the FAQ
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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 12:46 AM
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Section 2.1

JDM - Japanese Domestic Market


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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 12:48 AM
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Now THAT's what I call a fast reply . Thanks!

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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 01:50 AM
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Can you suggest people use PhotoBucket rather than that fotopic shyte which doesnt display pictures for half the day!!

Other than that, coming along well..

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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 02:02 AM
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Very good!! Just have to get the newbies to read it before posting the same old questions

BTW you haven't listed any instructions on how to post clicky links
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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 02:36 AM
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Its www.scoobynet.co.uk too, not .com

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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 08:41 AM
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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 10:09 AM
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Well done

Can you drop me a mail phil@sidc.co.uk

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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 10:18 AM
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Thanks guys! Amendments noted and the offline version will be changed. Any more? I've thought of a few things that I got wrong last night too (it was late...).

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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 10:26 AM
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Top job!

Spotted 1 thing though. I reckon in Section 5.1 SO2/3 are Bridgestones not Goodyear

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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 10:30 AM
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A nice start.

"3.3 Gearbox - Normally not required, but for serious power and torque outputs (350bhp/lbft+) an uprated kit may be needed for the 5-speed box. The 6-speed box is stronger as it is designed to take around 300lbft from high-specification JDM STi cars."

I would suggest caution on the 5 speed over 300 lbft. Uprated kits also break.
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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 10:39 AM
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Excellent FAQ.

What about adding section for engine oil - a topic that appears on here alot.
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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 10:48 AM
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How about adding recommended tyre pressures to Section 5.1? Seems to crop up a lot

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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 11:34 AM
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Ok, updated except for the last two replies.

supertouring - good idea, will do.
mark - already had this in mind, but couldn't remember the values last night. I'll add them in soon.

Keep 'em coming!

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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 11:46 AM
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PMSL @ SIAL in key LOL
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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 11:55 AM
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That is excellent work
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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 12:25 PM
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Well done... good effort

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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 12:58 PM
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Richard,

This is excellent stuff!!

Would you like this to become a very comprehensive start to an official Scoobynet FAQ?

Please email me direct if you would like to discuss this.

Once again, well done!

Regards,
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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 01:45 PM
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Richard - nice work! Suggest you put hyperlinks on the supplier references in section 12.3. Also, are you going to include the BBS code (i.e. for italics, bold text, and lists etc)?
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this is great for idiots like me! rather than just letting it slide down the pages though, shouldn't it be kept at the top like the forum guidelines etc.?
i know it must be frustrating for the smart people on this site to keep replying to 'what petrol should i use?' and the like, but i'd say 90% of drivers know jacksh1t about how cars work and have to ask these questions for their own peice of mind. i post topics that people might think are stoopid but if i don't ask, i won't find out, so thanks to replying to my ramblings!
by the way, what does PMSL mean? i now know what SIAL means and i feel a bit dim asking, so be gentle
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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 06:48 PM
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PMSL = Pi55ing MySelf Laughing
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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 06:56 PM
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ahh, well in that case PMSL that i didn't figure it out, well actually hanging my head in shame but you get the picture.
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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 07:46 PM
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Good effort!

A section entitled 'What do I have to do to an import in order to run it in the UK?' would be useful. Fuel, remap, SVA etc.

Perhaps some more technical stuff would be useful to have. Gear and diff ratios, how DCCD works, info for wiring in aftermarket ECU's such as Motec etc - would all be very useful.
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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 07:54 PM
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Oh, and the servicing schedule would be useful to have too.
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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 08:43 PM
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5.4
Lights: You can always try and adjust the lights to the correct alignment as factory settings are nearly always too low and brighter bulbs won't improve things much if this is the case.

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Window scratches are cased by dirt accumulating on the soft guide pads. Try not to wind down a dirty window as you'll pull dirt onto the pads and once cotaminated they'll scratch away forever...

Good work, you must be bored...

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Old Dec 30, 2003 | 08:49 PM
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Superb.

You could add something about Broquets and their benefits under fuel additives...

I'll get me coat
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Old Dec 31, 2003 | 01:25 AM
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Richard...good stuff there son.
but if i may point out re point 3.8.3
..check fuel gauge?
especially if 1st time scoob owner or owner of modded my96 car(mine) and before (with no warning fuel light)
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Old Dec 31, 2003 | 02:12 AM
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richard you do-gooder!

nice one
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Old Dec 31, 2003 | 04:49 PM
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Thanks Richard

We must chat in the new year

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