weedman

I did the performance driving course a few years back when I had a WRX blob and thoroughly enjoyed it - hopefully you will too. Yes, make sure the car is fully checked over, de cluttered and filled with Shell's finest - amazing the amount of fuel you will go through. My instructor was very good - from a sedate pace to get to know the circuit, she upped the pace through the session until I was going as fast as I felt comfortable with. "Spirited" driving is definitely ok - that's what you're there for. If my WRX could handle it you should have no worries in an STi. Went out for blocks of roughly 10 laps, and towards the end when the speed was up, the brakes were definitely going off towards the end of the run. The only issue I had was with the description - "Peformance Driving Course". It wasn't really. It was an hour of fun designed to get you driving the Knockhill circuit as fast as possible. That was all I did, and it was enough for me. However, you don't often get the chance to drive your car in such a controlled environment, so you might want to investigate how your car behaves - what happens if I lift off in a corner for instance. Or play with your DCCD to find how different settings affect the handling. I really wouldn't worry about a lap time - just enjoy yourself and learn a bit. (If you want to get an idea of lap times have a look at You Tube - loads of track day videos at Knockhill up there.) And if you want an experience, hand the car to the instructor for a couple of laps. I mean, I thought I was going quickly, but they're in a different league! I came away with a big grin on my face - hopefully you will too. Let us know how you get on with that and the rally experience. Good luck.

Just wait a mo while I wipe the drool off my keyboard! Stunning. And if you want someone to drive her up...

Near miss! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xdn7Q4Rnljg&feature=related

Apologies if you've seen it before, but it was new to me. Very cool!

Had a letter from Eaglesham Garage inviting me to their official launch. They say "we have added the dynamic Subaru sales franchise to our portfolio". Didn't they have a Subaru franchise before? Anyway, open weekend is 9am - 7pm on the 7th, 9am - 5pm on the 8th, and 11am - 5pm on the 9th. Free food, so I might go along...

Don't need asking twice...

Have a look at http://www.pepipoo.com/ It's a site dedicated to looking at speeding offences. Go to FAQ's and Forums and fill in their NIP (Notice of Intended prosecution) wizard. You should get some useful replies.

Thanks for all the replies. Despite the votes for Autoglym I haven't had good results with it - but maybe it's the cloth I'm using. So concensus for micro fibre cloths, which I will get, and think I'll try the Meguiars Glass Cleaner - if it's good enough for detailers it should be good enough for me. I'll post back in a while and let you know how I get on.

I’m fed up with having a smeary windscreen, and wondered if anyone could recommend a good glass cleaner. I’ve treated myself to a set of Bosch Aero Twin wiper blades (after extensive research on this very forum!) and want to make sure the screen is as clean as I can get it before fitting them. I’ve tried loads of things. AutoGlym glass polish is great for side and interior glass, but still smears under the wipers. Simoniz Mixra spray is a brilliant product, but its effects don’t last very long. And I’ve tried all manner of repellents like Rain-X, Rain Racer, Rain Devil none of which were smear free. Vinegar applied with kitchen roll doesn’t do a bad job, but there must be something better out therer. Any help would be gratefully received.

Moderators - remove this thread immediately - it's pure porn. (And I'm not talking about the JDM girls!) Loving the Beetle pickup. I want one - would look great in company colours!

Bugger! (But thanks for the answer...) Just as well speed cameras are infallible.... http://uk.news.yahoo.com/5/20100122/tuk-sp...ed-45dbed5.html

Does anyone know whether SPECS cameras work in the dark? They don't have a flash, so I was wondering whether they could read the number plate behind the glare of the headlights.

I thought I was kinda liberal - not believing in vigilante action or summary justice. Then I saw your pics... I was trying - and failing - to imagine how I would feel if it happened to me. This truly sucks, and I feel for you.

Oops! Sorry. I did look before I posted - obviously not very well!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIfYbqw3QCM...feature=related No doubt the man's got big ones! Love the expression on his face when he lands.