Stamford’s ZS180 - Page 12

Maxfly · 02-08-13, 06:59 PM

Think this link has the info you need mickhttp://m.askthe.police.uk/content/Q3...lementid=26671

stamford · 03-08-13, 12:50 PM

Quite a Saturday morning here, had to go and get a couple of tyres for the front of the Vectra as they were shot. When I got back I couldn't park as the road was swarming with contractors removing the old lamp posts and digging trenches for the electrics as they have all been moved by a metre. Well happy as we had a post right on the edge of the driveway and was a right pita, now it is a metre away. However wasn't happy as they parked a fecking truck across my drive, blocked that and most of the road! Later the truck moved, good! Got the zed out of the corner and infront of the garage and got the handbrake issue addressed. Whilst indoors they dug a trench infront of the drive and now I only have access for one car, instead of the usual three! So a bunfight will be on the cards later when everyone comes home!

Anyway I digress big time

Tax turned up today so no need to panic driving it whilst waiting! Zed is sitting on the drive waiting for an opportune moment to go and play

Needs another clean as dusty from the digger, cutting and kanga action this morning! Must get some photos too.

daytona365 · 03-08-13, 12:55 PM

Great to hear its on the move again..........May see it at a few meets soon........A good blast to clear away the cobwebs..

stamford · 09-08-13, 10:10 AM

I've now used the zed for the second day to work this week. Last night on the commute home I think I have woken the ecu up as it drove differently last night

Not only did it surprise me but also the BMW that was trying to get past me and gave up! I did too when I glanced at the speedo!

Anyway the zed feels a lot tighter on the road then I remember, maybe all in the mind, but may also be the polybushed ARB and new LCAs on the back. The new tyres feel really grippy too, it was quite damp this morning.

Might take a slight detour tonight and do the Hindhead tunnel

Skillen · 09-08-13, 10:46 AM

I want to see these arches and clearance!
See if I can lower mine or not.

I had a mad thought last night that I should just start cutting the metal away and hiding it with the body kit haha!

redzed · 19-08-13, 02:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skillen

I want to see these arches and clearance!
See if I can lower mine or not.

I had a mad thought last night that I should just start cutting the metal away and hiding it with the body kit haha!

That's what I've done on my track zed. Cut the metal away behind the plastic arch and fiberglassed under the arch. Works fine, I've even has spacers on my btcc wheels and it didn't rub.

stamford · 28-06-15, 06:45 AM

Bit of an update.

Alcantara has already gone and stripped permanently this time! Currently have a Corbeau Club Sport fibreglass bucket seat. Spent yesterday on the zed. Removed the AVO coilovers and fitting a set of GAZ in their place, got some setting up to do. I was worried about this as the AVO set up was superb so need to replicate this on the GAZ. First test was aweful, too soft and bouncy! Adjusted the rear upper arms a little. Also fitted the BuddyClub adjustable front upper arms, got some setting up there as well. Also got a set of polybushed front lower arms to clean, paint and fit.

Might spend some time this morning doing some adjustments to get it where I want it, however feeling a little stiff after yesterdays work, oh the signs of getting old!

andys1981 · 09-08-13, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stamford

I've now used the zed for the second day to work this week. Last night on the commute home I think I have woken the ecu up as it drove differently last night

Not only did it surprise me but also the BMW that was trying to get past me and gave up! I did too when I glanced at the speedo!

Anyway the zed feels a lot tighter on the road then I remember, maybe all in the mind, but may also be the polybushed ARB and new LCAs on the back. The new tyres feel really grippy too, it was quite damp this morning.

Might take a slight detour tonight and do the Hindhead tunnel

good stuff mick glad to hear the zeds putting a smile on yer face,if you do go home via tunnel,put your phone on record lol,let us hear it

stamford · 09-08-13, 11:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skillen

I want to see these arches and clearance!
See if I can lower mine or not.

I had a mad thought last night that I should just start cutting the metal away and hiding it with the body kit haha!

Nothing to see tbh, just rolled them but they don't look any different! I'm going to see a bodyshop tomorrow to get a feel on cost to cut the arches away and fit either hotrod ones or mk1 Golf flares.

Quote:

Originally Posted by andys1981

good stuff mick glad to hear the zeds putting a smile on yer face,if you do go home via tunnel,put your phone on record lol,let us hear it

Could do!

Dan1971 · 09-08-13, 12:51 PM

Glad you're enjoying it again Mick. Too good to be sitting around collecting dust !