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SPEED WITH GUY MARTIN : F1 SPECIAL Channel 4, Thursday 17th March at 9.00 pm. Motorbike racer and lorry mechanic, Guy Martin is fascinated by Formula 1 - the cars, the engineering and the racing. In this special programme, broadcast ahead of the launch of Formula 1 on Channel 4, Guy will go head to head with racing legend David Coulthard, pitting bike against car in a test of speed the like of which Silverstone has never seen before. With David in a V8 Red Bull car (with an 11 man pit crew) and Guy on his Tyco BMW Superbike (which came with just one man - Guy's most trusted race mechanic), the pair explore each other's worlds the way they both know best; by racing in a series of head-to-head challenges including a drag race, a brake test, a slalom and a full on circuit race. The adrenalin fuelled excitement of their on track competition is matched only by the entertainment of what they get up to in the pit garages as they compete in physical and mental challenges, testing their fitness and reaction times and exploring the science behind their incredible racing machines. #GuyMartin #Speed http://bit.ly/21VtCRJ Should be worth watching

Had the back plate made by Demon Plates (GT Graphics) but they refused to do one with 63mm letters (motorbike size) in a straight line, they would only make it in a square, which I obviously told them would not fit. They also refuse to do stick on ones these days too. Where theres a will theres a way though. I now have this.......

Arrived today, stunning front cover picture, thank you very much for that, I was speechless. The Anti-flash white background really suits the colour co-ordinated Westfield line-up. I would like to say it was all choreographed but it kind of just happened that way. It is going to be a great year to own a Westfield with all these top class events happening, and I have only got to page 8 so far. More great reading thank you.

Despite some big changes imposed upon us we have a have good number of entries so far and it looks like we will have a great year again so come and join in the fun and games

Bit of a last minute registration from me... been offered a double drive in B (and also H) so would have been rude not to See you in the paddock

It appears that I’ve owned my Westfield for 6 months! It needed re-taxing the end of last month. I’ve been on this forum almost as long. I have damper oil in my blood now and have worked for Dynamic Suspensions on very shinny stuff (part of Multimatic inc.) and Woodhead shock absorbers (now gone). I joined Spax back ~15 years ago, I became technical director about ~10 years ago and 9 months ago Managing Director. I’m primarily a straight engineer type and definitely not into the dark arts of sales and marketing. As some of you may know, Spax has manufacturer adjustable dampers for over 60 years now. We are an Original equipment supplier to the likes of Morgan Motor cars. Over the years we have made massive leaps forward in quality and performance, most of which has been my hard work. I know we don’t always have the best reputation often based on past experiences. But there are a hell of a lot of Westfield’s running about on 25 year old Spax dampers. Mine was one. Spax are now free from any supply agreements with Westfield or any of the Westfield Specialists. I have made a decision to deal direct with forum members offering trade prices and a more personal service. I have created new part numbers and mostly ignored the dampers of the past. These part numbers will not be available else ware. All dampers have 304 Stainless steel ride height threads on their bodies. They don’t corrode like plated steel or aluminium threads. “More” SVA friendly curved and radial drilled adjustable springs seats apposed to the traditional castellated ones. Main bodies are blasted, phosphated and powered coated. Fully synthetic damper oil. Dampers gas pressurised reducing cavitations, and increases the damper sensitivity. All dampers have tethlon banded pistons and shaft guides (low friction and very constant sealing). This is much better in every respect to tethlon banding. or steel piston rings. Dampers valved to suite a Westfield direct from the factory. No need for 3rd party re-valves or balancing. Front damper. Standard Track £99.99 inc VAT each · Open 325mm · Closed at bumpstop contact 270 (no packers) · Closed cell bumpstop, progressive rate, · 12 mm of removable packers to limit suspension travel for low sumps on the road, but still leaving the opportunity for much lower ride heights on the track · Rebuildable/ Revalvable Rear based on SEiW Sierra Diff £99.99 inc VAT each · Open 355 · Closed at bumpstop contact 280 · 40mm Closed cell bumpstop, progressive rate · Some trick valving in the piston to allow the wheel fast recovery after going over bumps, raised humps in the road · Rebuildable/ Revalvable Rather than rely on historical information I have based on fresh information. From your details I can also supply dampers for, live axle, wide track, other models… . I just need a little information from you which I would talk you though so there’s nothing to be scared about. Damping… The valving, supple enough for every day holy roads without over stressing the occupants and car, but still stiff enough for track days. The damping adjuster will be set on a guide setting from the factory these can be adjusted to your preference. I’m assuming most people will be using ~ using 250-350 lbs/inch springs on the front and 175-250 on the rear. Colour… By default all the dampers are SPAX yellow, we can also supply in BLACK, Post office Red, British Racing Green, Royal Blue and Silver. Additional cost £ 5 per damper If you have any Special requirements such as your using significantly different spring rates or Spherical bearings on the dampers, different lengths, these can be catered for. Contact me Direct any questions etc. Tony_Shakeshaft@Spaxperformance.com

Well done! Decent turnout tonight and good craic.

They do these Rear http://www.rotashop.co.uk/rota-slipstream-15-8-4x108mm-et25-flat-black-single-rim_p23249036.htm Front http://www.rotashop.co.uk/rota-slipstream-15-7-4x108mm-et40-flat-black-single-rim_p1040470.htm

Glad to be of service Julie ;-)

Just had my Hella slim line 3rd brake light delivered and decided to fit this afternoon. Its quite a neat job although I almost didn't buy that one because theres cheaper to be had.

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These have been on and off my car several times and are a little grubby

I would expect it would be a bit cheaper as it doesn't seem to be a complicated piece.

Done

Car found and bought. Many thanks to Chris, who is very helpful and knowledgeable. if anybody is reading this and wondering how to buy a Westfield, you may want to do yourself a favour and enlist the help of somebody who can guide you through the maze of buying options. Quite difficult without a guide who knows their onions. Car pictures of before and after to appear after she comes out of the body shop. In newbie section.

surely all the more reason to have it.... 13 yrs ,means its now part of the family!