Topic: Finally... The Wagon (Read 8009 times)

Mr.Mint · « **on:** 12 February 2012, 23:35:25 »

Good Evening Folks.

I finally got round to getting the Omega detailed before it's maiden voyage tomorrow and I have to say, I'm very happy with how it turned out

It's a 2003 2.2 DTI CDX in Nocturno Blue with 94k on it. It's a 1 owner car, who was an elderly gentleman and has been seemingly very well looked after. It's destroyed with wax-oyl underneath and everything has either been greased or oiled to perfection. It's drives perfect and I love it...

Looking forward to finally getting to drive it as I took nearly 3weeks to get the reg transferred onto it and taxed.

All Comments Welcome,
Jarlath.

The Red Baron · « **Reply #1 on:** 13 February 2012, 00:05:15 »

very nice & tidy.

jonny2112 · « **Reply #2 on:** 13 February 2012, 00:12:00 »

Yes mate, very nice

blackviper90210 · « **Reply #3 on:** 13 February 2012, 05:47:19 »

Looks stunning mate......enjoy

twiglet · « **Reply #4 on:** 13 February 2012, 08:13:47 »

That is a very straight motor mate. Looks like you've done a first class job with the detailing too. Nice one.

omega3000 · « **Reply #5 on:** 13 February 2012, 09:29:32 »

Showroom condition , amazing ...only trouble now is you got to drive it and get it dirty

Mr.Mint · « **Reply #6 on:** 13 February 2012, 09:36:19 »

Thanks for the kind comments folks, they are much appreciated

twiglet · « **Reply #7 on:** 13 February 2012, 09:44:38 »

Just be very careful with those front tyres in the wet/snow mate, they can be lethal.

Mr.Mint · « **Reply #8 on:** 13 February 2012, 10:05:06 »

Thanks for the advice mate, but thankfully I'm changing them anyway to Michelin Pilots within the next few days...

Omega_Dan · « **Reply #9 on:** 13 February 2012, 10:17:34 »

Wow. Looks like one of the cleanest diesel estates ive seen. Really is very nice

flyer 0712 · « **Reply #10 on:** 13 February 2012, 10:32:41 »

What a great looking car matey.....be proud that you own it..

Dishevelled Den · « **Reply #11 on:** 13 February 2012, 13:47:21 »

Looks very good indeed, Jar.

duggs · « **Reply #12 on:** 13 February 2012, 13:48:05 »

Where is said Wagon off too....Voyage

Johnny English · « **Reply #13 on:** 13 February 2012, 16:27:19 »

Nice car and shots bud!

x25dt · « **Reply #14 on:** 13 February 2012, 19:21:44 »

looks in awesome condition

Mr.Mint · « **Reply #15 on:** 13 February 2012, 23:32:34 »

Thanks again

The only thing I'm going to change is the wheels to a set of 17" Elite, but that'll be a few months down the line when I get them refurbed and tyres for them. Other than that, I couldn't be happier

PAULCDX · « **Reply #16 on:** 13 February 2012, 23:39:47 »

She's a beauty bud, nice one !

Norbullitt · « **Reply #17 on:** 14 February 2012, 11:19:03 »

Great looking car. And its the same color of my Opel estate

Looking forward to some pics when you get the 17"'s on it...

Clarkey · « **Reply #18 on:** 16 February 2012, 09:59:13 »

Time warp condition. Class motor. Looks better than new.

Do you have a time machine?

Mr.Mint · « **Reply #19 on:** 17 February 2012, 12:14:28 »

Quote from: Clarkey on 16 February 2012, 09:59:13

Time warp condition. Class motor. Looks better than new. Do you have a time machine?

Thanks...

No, unfortunately I don't have a time machine, but I do have a damn good rotary lol

kennny · « **Reply #20 on:** 28 February 2012, 14:37:18 »

Looks very nice and love the condition. Some great pics aswell

Mr.Mint · « **Reply #21 on:** 12 March 2012, 10:39:55 »

WANTED!!!

Hi folks, can any of you point me in the direction of a good MV6 Diff?

Thanks in advance.

twiglet · « **Reply #22 on:** 12 March 2012, 11:24:52 »

Quote from: Mr.Mint on 12 March 2012, 10:39:55

WANTED!!!

Hi folks, can any of you point me in the direction of a good MV6 Diff?

Thanks in advance.

What ratio do you want mate?

Mr.Mint · « **Reply #23 on:** 12 March 2012, 11:29:15 »

Quote from: twiglet on 12 March 2012, 11:24:52

Quote from: Mr.Mint on 12 March 2012, 10:39:55
WANTED!!!

Hi folks, can any of you point me in the direction of a good MV6 Diff?

Thanks in advance.

What ratio do you want mate?

Sorry mate, I wasn't aware there were different ratios for them, I just presumed they were all the same.

What are the differences? I presume one is shorter geared than the other. I don't want to upset the gearing that much as I do a lot of motorway driving and economy is foremost in my requirements.

The main reason I want it is because I have found that since fitting the tuning box, it is prone to spinning one wheel, especially when leaving junctions, or overtaking tractors, etc. It's somewhat daunting when one wheel spins and then out of nowhere the second kicks in and in turn I have to start correcting the slide. From having the my old MV6, at least I knew when it was going to happen and it didn't scare the be-jesus outta me!

twiglet · « **Reply #24 on:** 12 March 2012, 11:37:35 »

Sounds like you want and LSD (limited-slip diff) then mate. Not all MV6's were fitted with these as standard, and they are getting quite rare now. Most of the ex-police spec cars had them, but they have different ratios depending on whetehr they were auto or manual.

This is a list of ratios fitted to retail cars, although I don't think it includes LSD ratios...

http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/index.php?topic=90453.0

twiglet · « **Reply #25 on:** 12 March 2012, 11:42:01 »

By the looks of it, your car will have a 3:45 ratio diff fitted as standard. Therefore, whichever diff you change it to will have the effect of shortening the gearing, increasing the revs, and adversely affecting your fuel economy I'm afraid. $:-\$

Mr.Mint · « **Reply #26 on:** 12 March 2012, 11:46:22 »

Quote from: twiglet on 12 March 2012, 11:37:35

Sounds like you want and LSD (limited-slip diff) then mate. Not all MV6's were fitted with these as standard, and they are getting quite rare now. Most of the ex-police spec cars had them, but they have different ratios depending on whetehr they were auto or manual.

This is a list of ratios fitted to retail cars, although I don't think it includes LSD ratios...

http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/index.php?topic=90453.0

That would be what I am after alright...

Again, I thought all MV's were fitted with LSD's. I'm not getting anything right today at all lol. Do you have any in stock?

Mr.Mint · « **Reply #27 on:** 12 March 2012, 11:48:21 »

Quote from: twiglet on 12 March 2012, 11:42:01

By the looks of it, your car will have a 3:45 ratio diff fitted as standard. Therefore, whichever diff you change it to will have the effect of shortening the gearing, increasing the revs, and adversely affecting your fuel economy I'm afraid. $:-\$

It looks like it alright

I would try to cruise at around 65-70mph, so I must work out what the difference will be in rpm and get an idea of what the actual effect will be.

Thanks for your help

Mr.Mint · « **Reply #28 on:** 03 April 2012, 10:36:41 »

Went for a fill up the other day and flicked through the Trip Computer to reset a few things and this popped up...

Overwhelmed with how easy it is on fuel, nearly as easy as the Cav and the difference in comfort levels cannot be measured. Very happy

sticka_v8_init · « **Reply #29 on:** 04 April 2012, 14:10:27 »

You're right to be pleased with the car fella its absolutely stunning. If i had the money I'd make you an offer

Sorry, appear to have misplaced your address and the time you normally go to bed...could you please resend

Mr.Mint · « **Reply #30 on:** 04 April 2012, 20:10:03 »

Quote from: sticka_v8_init on 04 April 2012, 14:10:27

You're right to be pleased with the car fella its absolutely stunning. If i had the money I'd make you an offer

Sorry, appear to have misplaced your address and the time you normally go to bed...could you please resend

Thanks...

Eh, take a right at the roundabout at the end of the road, then the next left and your there

lol

Mr.Mint · « **Reply #31 on:** 14 April 2012, 16:17:37 »

Got a few more things done to the car

Got my Elite Wheels refurbed and new tyres onto them, Replica Irmy Grille and fitted 20mm Spacers on the back to widen the track a little to help the handling. Contemplating lowering it, but I'm afraid of ruining the comfort and the roads over here are brutal, so we'll see what happens... Here are a few new pics from today after a bit of a clean:

All comments welcome...

belldarr · « **Reply #32 on:** 14 April 2012, 18:34:32 »

WOW - that looks amazingly clean and well cared for - the wheels look fantastic!

Darren

x25dt · « **Reply #33 on:** 14 April 2012, 19:48:05 »

beautiful mate, very tidy

Mr.Mint · « **Reply #34 on:** 14 April 2012, 20:05:34 »

Thanks folks, I'm over the moon!!!

MrMoffat · « **Reply #35 on:** 15 April 2012, 07:51:41 »

Not jealous at all

But why when seeing absolutely stunning cars like this, do I start looking at the 'for sale section'

All joking aside, very nice miggy

D · « **Reply #36 on:** 15 April 2012, 12:10:32 »

Really nice!

HockeyDave55 · « **Reply #37 on:** 15 April 2012, 12:55:52 »

I hate you! Lol... Seriously, you have a great looking wagon there, and I love the colour too!

Mr.Mint · « **Reply #38 on:** 18 April 2012, 16:21:24 »

lol at some of you guys...

Thanks a million folks, very happy with it and I'm just going to enjoy it now

i260 · « **Reply #39 on:** 20 April 2012, 01:22:39 »

Sweet wagon there!

Did you change the headlights?? They have a black backing that I do not recall as being 'standard'!

Also, Steinmetz (Eibach) springs and Billie B8's do me fine round the escuse of roads in South Wales - it just makes it feel more 'modern' and much more controlled (that combined with some poly bushes

)

Mr.Mint · « **Reply #40 on:** 24 April 2012, 09:30:40 »

Quote from: i260 on 20 April 2012, 01:22:39

Sweet wagon there!

Did you change the headlights?? They have a black backing that I do not recall as being 'standard'!

Also, Steinmetz (Eibach) springs and Billie B8's do me fine round the escuse of roads in South Wales - it just makes it feel more 'modern' and much more controlled (that combined with some poly bushes )

Yeah, I split the lights and painted the surrounds when I got it, think it helps the front a lot...

Thanks for the advice on the Springs & Shocks too

i260 · « **Reply #41 on:** 24 April 2012, 09:49:06 »

Quote from: Mr.Mint on 24 April 2012, 09:30:40

Quote from: i260 on 20 April 2012, 01:22:39
Sweet wagon there!

Did you change the headlights?? They have a black backing that I do not recall as being 'standard'!

Also, Steinmetz (Eibach) springs and Billie B8's do me fine round the escuse of roads in South Wales - it just makes it feel more 'modern' and much more controlled (that combined with some poly bushes )

Yeah, I split the lights and painted the surrounds when I got it, think it helps the front a lot...

Thanks for the advice on the Springs & Shocks too

Was it easy enough to split the lights?? What primer / spray did you use???

They look F A B ! !

Mr.Mint · « **Reply #42 on:** 26 April 2012, 10:26:07 »

Just take them out and either leave them overnight in a hot press or near a radiator, or just simply use a heat-gun or hairdryer to heat the glue and then run a stanley knife around the edge to break the seal and then gently prise the lense off. I only painted the removable surround, which is dead handy to remove. I simply rubbed them down with a scourer and then gave them 2 coats of etch primer and then 3 coats of Elite Satin Black (best black paint imo) and then used windscreen bond to stick them again. 2-3hrs tops to complete it and just be sure to have the heat going when your priming and painting them and they'll be dry in no time at all.

I think it helps the front a lot makes them a lot more menacing aswell...

i260 · « **Reply #43 on:** 26 April 2012, 23:43:17 »

Quote from: Mr.Mint on 26 April 2012, 10:26:07

Just take them out and either leave them overnight in a hot press or near a radiator, or just simply use a heat-gun or hairdryer to heat the glue and then run a stanley knife around the edge to break the seal and then gently prise the lense off. I only painted the removable surround, which is dead handy to remove. I simply rubbed them down with a scourer and then gave them 2 coats of etch primer and then 3 coats of Elite Satin Black (best black paint imo) and then used windscreen bond to stick them again. 2-3hrs tops to complete it and just be sure to have the heat going when your priming and painting them and they'll be dry in no time at all.

I think it helps the front a lot makes them a lot more menacing aswell...

Oh yes!!!

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