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Old Aug 25, 2002 | 05:48 PM
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just got the car back from its 15000 service and it feels horrible.

The steering feels light and it is understeering more than usual. It also doesnt seem to be pulling as hard. Dont know whether it is because it is a little smoother or what?? Annoyed a spent 60 quid on a pair of spark plugs now! [img]images/smilies/mad.gif[/img]

Any suggestions anyone????
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Old Aug 25, 2002 | 05:50 PM
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Maybe you were running it on Optimax and they reset the ECU??, that would mean it'll take a while to learn the new fuel...

Well, could be that



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Old Aug 25, 2002 | 05:52 PM
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It did have optimax in at the time. how long does it normally take??
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Old Aug 25, 2002 | 06:49 PM
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Give me a call m8 !!

Cheers
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Old Aug 25, 2002 | 06:55 PM
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The steering feels light and it is understeering more than usual
Because some dumb Muppet put about 45psi in the tyres - don't laugh, it happens regularly

Check the pressures with an *accurate* gauge, not a thrown on the concrete fifty times a day garage forecourt one......
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Old Aug 25, 2002 | 07:11 PM
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My dealer always sets my tyres at 29 F 26 R when its been serviced - why ?!?!
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Old Aug 26, 2002 | 12:36 AM
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Prodrive recommend 33F 30R
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Old Aug 26, 2002 | 07:59 PM
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"Prodrive recommend 33F 30R"

On what tyre size ?
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Old Aug 26, 2002 | 10:36 PM
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Try fitting 4 spark plugs
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Old Aug 27, 2002 | 05:52 PM
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cheers sti. I new i forgot summit!

Seriously, anymore suggestions?? been told to reset the ECU then thrash the **** off it with some octane booster in the tank? views please

ta
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Old Aug 28, 2002 | 09:57 AM
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Prodrive also reccomend -1.5 camber on the front - you would need to own a bloody tyre company to afford the tyres on those settings !!

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Old Aug 28, 2002 | 09:26 PM
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all dried up ave we???
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