Crumblethorpe Posted 10, October 2014 Report Share Posted 10, October 2014 Hey all, Just thought I'd make an initial post as I've just bought a second-hand rs225 and have been perusing the forums quite a bit ... Arctic Blue ph1 non-cup (used to be hhlau2's I think from what I could find out from a bit of e-stalking, with f1 decals). Anyway, all of this is griffyn's fault - having had to ride past his BO 225 every morning as I came in to work, I grew to like the shape ... actually, always loved the shape ... would have loved to get a cup in BO as well but then that would be copying. I really wanted Dave's immaculate and excellent 182cup (also BO), especially after a mini-test-drive, just didn't have that much dough (well worth the price tho, IMO) ... and my gf wanted a sunroof so here we are. Really looking forward for taking her for a proper drive, over the spur perhaps ... maybe down past Lorne? I've got a question though: she's due for her timing belt change (and water pump prob): what do people reckon in terms of where to get this done? I was impressed by Karl's communication when I had the pre-purchase check done at Virage, but that is way cross-town ... Do you reckon that t belt could be done somewhere like Sim's in Brunswick fairly safely? Or more Renault-specific rather than Peugeot/Renault kind of vibe place? PS - Anyone want to buy a venetian green 306 pug? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griffyn Posted 10, October 2014 Report Share Posted 10, October 2014 *waves* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob 240 Posted 10, October 2014 Report Share Posted 10, October 2014 Griffin is responsible for a LOT of things here ..... back on thread ... a BIG welcome ! the Mexican crew will advise re mehanics - its not difficult if the right people do it . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DOOOOK Posted 10, October 2014 Report Share Posted 10, October 2014 You've purchased the best Renault model ever! But of course I would say that. WELCOME!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pricey Posted 10, October 2014 Report Share Posted 10, October 2014 Welcome! I'd normally leave the timing belt service to the specialists but that's just my opinion Depends on how much you trust your mechanic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell Posted 10, October 2014 Report Share Posted 10, October 2014 Just get Karl to do it, it'll be cheaper in the end. Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R182 Posted 10, October 2014 Report Share Posted 10, October 2014 Virage is probably the closest RS specialist to you as far as I'm aware. There's a few out East but that's even worse from where you are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crumblethorpe Posted 12, October 2014 Author Report Share Posted 12, October 2014 Thanks all! Will see if Karl can fit her in this week sometime; hopefully get her back for the WE. On another note - I remember reading on a post somewhere that there might be an easy/cheap way of improving the exhaust sound slightly (by removing something perhaps)? I wouldn't want dikhead loud, just something in between and ... just a little deeper, a little less refined. I'm already fighting Mrs C over who gets to take it out, and find myself making meaningless trips for things just so as to drive it! It's a characterful little beast ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pricey Posted 12, October 2014 Report Share Posted 12, October 2014 You can chop the centre for a little more sound and occasional pop when it warms up or chop the back box for a much deeper tone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minidriver Posted 13, October 2014 Report Share Posted 13, October 2014 I'm already fighting Mrs C over who gets to take it out, and find myself making meaningless trips for things just so as to drive it! It's a characterful little beast ... I started driving to the woolies in the next suburb just to get a longer drive when going out for milk etc when I picked up mine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griffyn Posted 15, October 2014 Report Share Posted 15, October 2014 Welcome aboard, Mr Crumplethorpe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crumblethorpe Posted 21, October 2014 Author Report Share Posted 21, October 2014 Haha! Looks good Griffyn ... Went for a trip up to Lake Mountain on the W/E (via Kinglake, Toolangi, Black Spur). That place on a quiet afternoon is like a Valhalla in the clouds for a 'spirited drive' ... as soon as those lines on the road turn yellow, and the corners start curling up and up. I couldn't believe how nice it turns in to corners, with so much more there in reserve ... and those huuuge empty carparks up there. Nice place for a drive - I recommend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pricey Posted 21, October 2014 Report Share Posted 21, October 2014 Nice photo and agreed, those roads are great up there. Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crumblethorpe Posted 21, October 2014 Author Report Share Posted 21, October 2014 You can chop the centre for a little more sound and occasional pop when it warms up or chop the back box for a much deeper tone. Thanks Pricey, definitely considering the later ... especially hearing Griff's the other day - or maybe it was just the acoustics in the 'dog pen'? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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