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Omega General Help / [m]: you tube posting
« on: 19 January 2007, 10:24:24 »
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Omega General Help / Welcome to your new YaBB 2.2 forum!
« on: 08 November 2005, 16:00:00 »
[size=12] Welcome to the first post on your new YaBB 2.2 forum. 
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The YaBB team would like to greatly thank you for choosing Yet another Bulletin Board for your forum needs. We pride ourselves on the cost (FREE), the features, and the security. And now, with YaBB 2, the speed! Visit http://www.yabbforum.com to view the latest development information, read YaBB news, and participate in community discussions.
Make sure you login as an administrator and visit the Admin Center. From there, you can maintain your forum. You'll want to look at all of the settings, membergroups, categories/boards, and security options to make sure they are set properly according to your needs.
You can also find some interesting information at the new promotional website, http://www.yabbisback.com And if you are in need of feature changes or new YaBB features, check out BoardMod.
[/size]The YaBB team would like to greatly thank you for choosing Yet another Bulletin Board for your forum needs. We pride ourselves on the cost (FREE), the features, and the security. And now, with YaBB 2, the speed! Visit http://www.yabbforum.com to view the latest development information, read YaBB news, and participate in community discussions.
Make sure you login as an administrator and visit the Admin Center. From there, you can maintain your forum. You'll want to look at all of the settings, membergroups, categories/boards, and security options to make sure they are set properly according to your needs.
You can also find some interesting information at the new promotional website, http://www.yabbisback.com And if you are in need of feature changes or new YaBB features, check out BoardMod.
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Newbie Welcome Area / [m]: Omega alarm system
« on: 08 June 2007, 18:12:05 »
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Newbie Welcome Area / [m]: flush valve for 3litre auto
« on: 27 May 2007, 11:59:33 »
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Newbie Welcome Area / [m]: Power Loss
« on: 12 May 2007, 14:30:43 »
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Newbie Welcome Area / [m]: Water Leak
« on: 08 April 2007, 20:20:03 »
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Newbie Welcome Area / [m]: Think it's about time I said hello!
« on: 08 April 2007, 20:18:52 »
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Omega Gallery / My new beastie
« on: 05 May 2008, 20:00:04 »
Ok, it's not an Omega... 
It's a '98 Saab 9-5 2.0lpt
Previous owner bought it as an ex demo from the Dealership and had it ever since (nearly 9 years).
FULL history (every receipt, fully stamped book).
Oh and 1 or 2 upgrades....
This car had a visit to the Hirsch shop 8-)
Hirsch are the official Saab tuners and the previous owner spent a LOT of money with them.
Engine has been stage 1 tuned (ecu, injectors and modified intake system).
Going from 150bhp/240nm torque to 220bhp/330nm torque
Hirsch stainless steel exhaust system from cat back.
Full Hirsch suspension set up (15mm lower). Massively improves handling and is still comfortable.
Hirsch 17" Alloys with Eagle F1's all round.
Uprated EBC drilled and grooved discs all round with "Red Stuff" ceramic pads.
Not convinced with the brakes, too vague. Will fit Goodridge hoses to see if that improves things.
To drive, it is excellent. It has huge levels of grip and does not roll like a normal 9-5. It really does handle very very well.
Acceleration is... entertaining. 8-)
No turbo lag, this just pulls right the way across the rev range.
No fuss, it just goes, and torque steer is only there if you are really violent with the throttle.
The delivery is more like a V6 (but not as smooth an engine) with the power available from 1,500 rpm in any gear.
What has really impressed me though, is the fuel economy.
Over 170 miles yesterday (some of which I was not hanging about) it averaged 37.2 mpg. When I refilled the calculations show the computer to be pretty much spot on.
Seats are very good, sound system is not, and is being upgraded very soon!
Overall I am very pleased and it was an absolute steal at the price I paid.
Oh and the boot is nearly as big as an Omega (but it won't stay this tidy for long!)
It's a '98 Saab 9-5 2.0lpt
Previous owner bought it as an ex demo from the Dealership and had it ever since (nearly 9 years).
FULL history (every receipt, fully stamped book).
Oh and 1 or 2 upgrades....
This car had a visit to the Hirsch shop 8-)
Hirsch are the official Saab tuners and the previous owner spent a LOT of money with them.
Engine has been stage 1 tuned (ecu, injectors and modified intake system).
Going from 150bhp/240nm torque to 220bhp/330nm torque
Hirsch stainless steel exhaust system from cat back.
Full Hirsch suspension set up (15mm lower). Massively improves handling and is still comfortable.
Hirsch 17" Alloys with Eagle F1's all round.
Uprated EBC drilled and grooved discs all round with "Red Stuff" ceramic pads.
Not convinced with the brakes, too vague. Will fit Goodridge hoses to see if that improves things.
To drive, it is excellent. It has huge levels of grip and does not roll like a normal 9-5. It really does handle very very well.
Acceleration is... entertaining. 8-)
No turbo lag, this just pulls right the way across the rev range.
No fuss, it just goes, and torque steer is only there if you are really violent with the throttle.
The delivery is more like a V6 (but not as smooth an engine) with the power available from 1,500 rpm in any gear.
What has really impressed me though, is the fuel economy.
Over 170 miles yesterday (some of which I was not hanging about) it averaged 37.2 mpg. When I refilled the calculations show the computer to be pretty much spot on.
Seats are very good, sound system is not, and is being upgraded very soon!
Overall I am very pleased and it was an absolute steal at the price I paid.
Oh and the boot is nearly as big as an Omega (but it won't stay this tidy for long!)
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General Discussion Area / Gran Tourismo 5
« on: 06 April 2008, 17:10:13 »
Wow! 8-)
Ok, I am seriously impressed!
Looks beautiful and plays like a dream.
This is just the pared down version while they complete the full game (due for release toward the end of the year).
If you have a PS3 I highly recommend this.
Now, how much are those force feeddback steering wheels....
Ok, I am seriously impressed!
Looks beautiful and plays like a dream.
This is just the pared down version while they complete the full game (due for release toward the end of the year).
If you have a PS3 I highly recommend this.
Now, how much are those force feeddback steering wheels....
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General Discussion Area / Is it just me??
« on: 29 March 2008, 19:02:43 »
Peeing in the shower....
One of those weird conversations you have with friends after too many pints in the local.
I was shocked to find I was the only one who doesn't!
So, am I the odd one out who gets out to pee in the correct recepticle?? :-?
One of those weird conversations you have with friends after too many pints in the local.
I was shocked to find I was the only one who doesn't!
So, am I the odd one out who gets out to pee in the correct recepticle?? :-?
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General Discussion Area / A measure of how good the Omega is...
« on: 05 December 2007, 09:50:12 »
I have had the opportunity to try out the new Mondeo 2.5T Titanium X estate. The fully loaded top of the range Mondeo...
Not exactly impressed...
Now a turbocharged 2.5 V6 24v engine with todays technology should really be an absolute stormer!
Instead we get get 217bhp and a similar torque figure.
The engine gives the car reasonable acceleration... shame the chasis can't handle it!
I took the car for a proper evaluation by OOF's very own Stig.... Marks DTM 8-)
I will let him comment, but his view was the same as mine.... this is simply not good enough!
The Omega is just as quick, handles better (with good dampers and springs) and gives similar fuel economy.
I would also say the the fit and finish of the interior is better in the Omega.
The motoring press are full of praise for the Mondeo though... clearly their standards are low or there is an element of "you scratch my back..."
Now I have the Saab 9-3 1.9Tid 150 for the next few days. I hope this is better...
Not exactly impressed...
Now a turbocharged 2.5 V6 24v engine with todays technology should really be an absolute stormer!
Instead we get get 217bhp and a similar torque figure.
The engine gives the car reasonable acceleration... shame the chasis can't handle it!
I took the car for a proper evaluation by OOF's very own Stig.... Marks DTM 8-)
I will let him comment, but his view was the same as mine.... this is simply not good enough!
The Omega is just as quick, handles better (with good dampers and springs) and gives similar fuel economy.
I would also say the the fit and finish of the interior is better in the Omega.
The motoring press are full of praise for the Mondeo though... clearly their standards are low or there is an element of "you scratch my back..."
Now I have the Saab 9-3 1.9Tid 150 for the next few days. I hope this is better...
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General Discussion Area / LCD TV Choice
« on: 16 October 2007, 16:33:16 »
Cor, I feel like a stranger on my own forum! 
Work has been keeping me very very busy.
Anyway back to the matter in hand.
I want an LCD TV, and a good one.
My budget is ok and here are my options based on my research so far.
Note these are all "proper" HD with 1080p capability.
Sharp LC42XD1EA. Gets very good reviews, not a bad price.
Sony KDL40X2000U. Hey, it's an X series Bravia... need I say more
SONY KDL-40V3000. Can get this from Costco for around £1,000
Also there is another one... Marks DTM can you add the one you chose please mate?
I would appreciate the input of others before parting with a 4 figure sum on a TV!
Thanks.
Work has been keeping me very very busy.
Anyway back to the matter in hand.
I want an LCD TV, and a good one.
My budget is ok and here are my options based on my research so far.
Note these are all "proper" HD with 1080p capability.
Sharp LC42XD1EA. Gets very good reviews, not a bad price.
Sony KDL40X2000U. Hey, it's an X series Bravia... need I say more
SONY KDL-40V3000. Can get this from Costco for around £1,000
Also there is another one... Marks DTM can you add the one you chose please mate?
I would appreciate the input of others before parting with a 4 figure sum on a TV!
Thanks.
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General Discussion Area / Transfer of registration plates?
« on: 24 September 2007, 22:44:22 »
Ok, does anyone know how quickly this can be done?
I am talking about removing a private plate, and replacing with the original registration.
If you go to a DVLA office, can the whole thing be done there, or is it more long winded (this is a government dept after all) than that?
Thanks
I am talking about removing a private plate, and replacing with the original registration.
If you go to a DVLA office, can the whole thing be done there, or is it more long winded (this is a government dept after all) than that?
Thanks
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General Discussion Area / Music recommendations
« on: 24 August 2007, 18:26:41 »
Been recommended a couple of brilliant albums recently, so I thought I would see what we are listening to...
My current favourites...
30 Seconds To Mars. - A beautiful Lie (Maybe a bit "emo" in places, no bad thing, but a superb album with an awesome first track!)
Muse. - Black Holes And Revelations. (These guys just keep getting better and better!)
The Editors. - An End Has A Start. (Depressing, overtones of Joy Division. and bl**dy excellent)
The Fray. - How To Save A Life. (If you like Coldplay, Keane, Snow Patrol, you will love this!)
My Chemical Romance. - The Black Parade. (The masters of Emo getting more commercial with their best album yet!)
The Enemy. - We'll Live And Die In These Towns. (If you like the Jam, you MUST buy this! If you don't... you still should!)
My current favourites...
30 Seconds To Mars. - A beautiful Lie (Maybe a bit "emo" in places, no bad thing, but a superb album with an awesome first track!)
Muse. - Black Holes And Revelations. (These guys just keep getting better and better!)
The Editors. - An End Has A Start. (Depressing, overtones of Joy Division. and bl**dy excellent)
The Fray. - How To Save A Life. (If you like Coldplay, Keane, Snow Patrol, you will love this!)
My Chemical Romance. - The Black Parade. (The masters of Emo getting more commercial with their best album yet!)
The Enemy. - We'll Live And Die In These Towns. (If you like the Jam, you MUST buy this! If you don't... you still should!)
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General Discussion Area / Impulse buys....
« on: 02 August 2007, 19:58:07 »
Hmmm. I have been looking to get some "proper" (well to most aside of Mark/Max) audio components for use in the home.
I have been scouring around ebay looking at what is on offer. I missed out on a couple I should have gone for but work got busy and I forgot to bid which meant I missed out on a damn nice set of Yamaha natural sound compnents with some tasty mission speakers.
Now, most sensible people would get the seperates, then look at speakers....
Not me, I was browsing today and came across a pair of Paradigm Monitor 9 speakers... oooh (even with my limited knowledge I know these are damn good, and very natural speakers)!
Right, so now I am the proud, but a little dumb, owner of a fabulous pair of speakers... but have nothing to drive them!!
If anyone has some nice components they are prepared to let go for a decent price, let me know.
I have been scouring around ebay looking at what is on offer. I missed out on a couple I should have gone for but work got busy and I forgot to bid which meant I missed out on a damn nice set of Yamaha natural sound compnents with some tasty mission speakers.
Now, most sensible people would get the seperates, then look at speakers....
Not me, I was browsing today and came across a pair of Paradigm Monitor 9 speakers... oooh (even with my limited knowledge I know these are damn good, and very natural speakers)!
Right, so now I am the proud, but a little dumb, owner of a fabulous pair of speakers... but have nothing to drive them!!
If anyone has some nice components they are prepared to let go for a decent price, let me know.