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Dec 15, 2019 18:44:14 GMT
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Got a message from @forddan @mercdan last week to ask if I would be interested in a pair of used wing mirrors for the Galaxy. Of course, and at £20.00 for the pair it was a no brainier. So next thing he sent a pic with the message to say he had them.  This afternoon he called to ask if I was in a hurry, should he deliver. Of course I said yes please and an hour later he was here in one of sin George’s cars,a hot little red Ford Fiesta, lowered and on alloys. Delivered, Harley had to inspect, in spite of not doing too well. One needs a new glass.  Covers need some paint.  After Dan left, I packed them away for future reference, well, after tomorrow as the Galaxy got dropped off this afternoon for a full service and new discs, pads etc. Harley came and settled down on my leg, again, even the way she is sleeping, not the usual way. Old age sucks.  Weekend over again, got a fire tonight, so the room is warm. Thanks for checking in. |
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Dec 15, 2019 21:47:54 GMT
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Thanks for sharing mate. That last photo is a beautiful photo. Tears me up a little.
Take care
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Dec 16, 2019 21:29:24 GMT
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Thanks for sharing mate. That last photo is a beautiful photo. Tears me up a little. Take care Thank you mate. It’s a nice, yet pathetic pic to be honest. She is usually Sphinx like on my leg. So I know she is unwell. |
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Dec 16, 2019 21:59:32 GMT
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Took the Galaxy in for a service today. Remember when I bought the car, I was told the brakes were in desperate need of a service. They were.having done about 250 miles since then they went very bad last weekend when I fetched the furniture for Sally. Weirdly, I never noticed till I got home that there was a message on the dash “Service Now” So I told the mechanic to run through it and address everything that needed doing. A few pics..... Dirty underside.  Rear brakes  Not good  Front end   Front pads.....  So new discs, pads fitted all the way around.  Digging around further, Ivan came up with some interesting surprises..... Shock retaining washers and nuts...... Old and new.  Yup, it is dead alright.  Replaced and serviced parts have made the drive feel much smoother. Not cheap, and actually more than I would have liked to spend, but now I seem to have a decent car again. Oh, and lastly.... Dennis in St Louis sent through a pic of his service station. Almost a Christmas card pic for men.  . |
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Dec 16, 2019 22:26:35 GMT
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I would be interested in finding out how it got through the last MOT and if it had been done properly?
At least it's all good now.
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mk2cossie
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I would be interested in finding out how it got through the last MOT and if it had been done properly? At least it's all good now. Quite simple really. Cant fail those brakes unless you can actually see the pad (discs have to be dangerously thin/likely to fail) And those top mount washers I believe are hidden up under a scuttle panel area that likes to collect leaves  It's actually a bit of a false pretence that an MOT pass means the car is actually road worthy  Glad you've noticed the difference in the drive from the work done tho grizz  |
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Dec 21, 2019 18:42:48 GMT
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I would be interested in finding out how it got through the last MOT and if it had been done properly? At least it's all good now. Who knows. I would be interested in finding out how it got through the last MOT and if it had been done properly? At least it's all good now. Quite simple really. Cant fail those brakes unless you can actually see the pad (discs have to be dangerously thin/likely to fail) And those top mount washers I believe are hidden up under a scuttle panel area that likes to collect leaves It's actually a bit of a false pretence that an MOT pass means the car is actually road worthy Glad you've noticed the difference in the drive from the work done tho grizz Good observation However, one has to ask just how it made it, regardless. As there are other issues too. |
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Dec 21, 2019 18:50:07 GMT
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Earlier this week a big or important part of the “build” arrived in the post. Microphone for the Bluetooth telephone system and radio. Will get fitted as soon as there is a bit of decent weather and time.  More then to happen. |
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Last Edit: Dec 21, 2019 18:58:03 GMT by grizz
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Dec 21, 2019 19:22:13 GMT
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Been a bit of a hectic week. But at least today, despite a load of stuff to get done at home, also delivered a bit of action in the Galaxy. Took it in to Just Tyres to see if the Mercedes Benz wheels would fit, using the longer Vito van bolts. Before Really tall.  Fitted, and though not settled once off the jack, it is still too high. I think some lowering is in order.  Tyres then removed from the wheels and tossed in the rear. I will go back for some new tyres to be fitted once I have refurbished the wheels. Sally took a pic facing rearward.  Went home via some shops and then to Tool Station to pick up two cans each of Etch primer, silver paint and clear lacquer All for £33.00 As this quote from a friend in the USA reads. I started with a $750.00 banger and spent $1000’s on it.  And the wheels with some of the damage visible.  Looking forward to this. Rain just needs to stop. |
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Last Edit: Dec 21, 2019 19:34:23 GMT by grizz
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Dec 21, 2019 22:32:06 GMT
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It's going to look great when done Rian.
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Dec 21, 2019 23:03:52 GMT
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As my Dad says, the only good thing about old age is it doesn’t last long.
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Dec 22, 2019 14:52:26 GMT
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It's going to look great when done Rian. I hope so Pete. Let’s see how it comes out. As my Dad says, the only good thing about old age is it doesn’t last long. And as someone else said, it beats the alternative. |
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Dec 22, 2019 14:57:34 GMT
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Had the most amazing nights sleep..... About 9 hours in total, not even what I get after jet lag. Then an extremely slow start, Some laundry, clearing the house a bit and lazy breakfast. And eventually carried loads of stuff to the garage. Started on removing the Galaxy’s wing mirror. The cold does not help, and neither does the fact that I have no idea how it’s all put together. So rather than break clips or panel parts, I reassembled after a few minutes, and Torx suxx.  And started moving the Mercedes Benz wheels into the little caravan workshop, along with an electric oil finned heater and some small sanders.  More later. |
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Dec 22, 2019 16:03:41 GMT
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I'm sure it has been said but if the current stereo is a Ford one they are 1.75 din so you need a different bezel for double DIn fit or there is a bodge but it's not even to BluePeter standards and requires hacking away at the bezel. They can rarely be found used on VW/SEAT versions or Ford's with the Nav package. I bought mine new at about £50 from a dealer. You'll also need an ISO to ford connector as they not only put in weird sized stereos but use their own style of connector. You might find this parts catalogue link of use ford.7zap.com/en/car/140/no/Below is the bezel (number 12 on the lower picture) ford.7zap.com/en/car/140/no/0/2551/19486/85542/#12Part number 1319217 |
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Needs a bigger hammer mate.......
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Dec 22, 2019 21:16:31 GMT
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I'm sure it has been said but if the current stereo is a Ford one they are 1.75 din so you need a different bezel for double DIn fit or there is a bodge but it's not even to BluePeter standards and requires hacking away at the bezel. They can rarely be found used on VW/SEAT versions or Ford's with the Nav package. I bought mine new at about £50 from a dealer. You'll also need an ISO to ford connector as they not only put in weird sized stereos but use their own style of connector. You might find this parts catalogue link of use ford.7zap.com/en/car/140/no/Below is the bezel (number 12 on the lower picture) ford.7zap.com/en/car/140/no/0/2551/19486/85542/#12Part number 1319217 Thanks for all of that duggers Will check it out as well. |
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Dec 22, 2019 21:30:51 GMT
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Feeling pretty chuffed tonight. Started with refurbishing the wheels for the Galaxy today. Using the free two berth caravan I got and prepared in October, I have managed to prep, prime, paint and clear lacquer the wheels obverse 8 hours, which included paint drying time, and a run to go fetch another can of etch primer. Work table.  Hand held orbital sander made life easier.  All the damage sanded back  Four wheels done.  Ready for etch primer.  Typically, the etch primer I had was not as much as I thought there was, so Sally and I had to run down to Chatham to get some.  Got it.  Primer going down.   And done. Oil heater doing it’s thing...... drying the primer while I went to make us dinner.  Decided to give it 90 minute to dry before going back to paint the silver on. |
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Dec 22, 2019 21:58:15 GMT
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Part two..... Paint and clear lacquer Before and after primer.  Four painted.  Clear coated  Rear 8.5 J’s clear coated  Front 7.5J’s after three coats of clear.  I will try leave them alone for a day or two to harden before taking them back for the tyres to be fitted and then fitted to the car. Have to consider these too....... EBay item number 163342504162 Lo Suspension - Make driving more fun! Set of 4 Sports Lowering Springs for: FORD GALAXY 2.0, 2.3 & 1.9 TDi 1995>2006 Lowers by 35mm - a new & unused Lo Suspension branded product from losuspension.com Are you looking for a lower ride? Key Features LO springs are designed specifically for your car Your mechanic will have no trouble fitting LO springs Compatable with your original shock absorbers Your car will have a much sportier stance Your car will have more responsive handling You will have more confidence when cornering Your car will have less body roll LO springs are TUV approved LO springs have a 12 month warranty |
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These are great Rian. Just do it!!   |
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Ohhh sorry mate, I mend this one  |
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Dec 23, 2019 18:02:17 GMT
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Ohhh sorry mate, I mend this one Yup.... Knew what you meant. ASAP. |
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