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The handling day sounded fun. I have to say that I have half a mind to enter hill climbs, or such like, if other 160 owners are up for it too (nothing too competitive though - I don't fancy getting damage, or stripping out comfy seats/heaters etc, yet).

An email from Derek confirmed that my speedo is on the wrong setting. You can press the speedo button in as you turn the ignition and a menu comes up. Apparently the code for the speedo should be 034187. Mine was not and I have since adjusted it. However, I remains untested for now. It is pissing down with rain here, and I have a bit of work to do. I'll confirm later.

Simon

Yes, you are not the first to point this out. (..?)

Thanks folks (and for the tips). I hope your IVA comes soon, Ned.

Another observation... 30mph is a rather difficult speed to sit comfortably isn't it? Revs seem a little high in 3rd and too low in 4th.

However, on fast A roads the set up is fantastic. 

I have not ventured a trip on damp roads yet, I wonder what that holds in store...

One thing I forgot to mention...

the speedo reads about 15% less than my road speed (according to my sat nav). 

i have emailed Derek to find out how to correct it.

Hello Nick, yep that was me. I look forward to seeing you at one of the Somerset meets.

Hello folks,I picked up the car today - it is absolutely superb, I love it (see latest blog for full extent of enthusiasm). 250miles on the clock.

i noticed squeaky brakes too Peter. And my oil gauge goes into the red when idling to Martin (but reassured by your post). How is your French trip?

I'll add a hindsight blog soon...

I rang up the DVLA today - I think it is sorted...and will get a registration emailed through.

I hope to pick up the car next Saturday (30th).

a letter arrived from the DVLA today; I thought 'good news' I now have my registration.

Sadly not; the DVLA were not happy with my Built up vehicle report (although I followed the instructions from Caterham to leave it blank, apart from the contact details and signature)

more delays 

I'd be grateful if any of you are happy to email a scan of your V627/1 built up vehicle report so that I can compare it with mine.

Thanks for the number plate advice from you both.

Simon

Good to hear that you are enjoying it Peter.

I'm just wondering how to fix the number plate on when I collect. I'm thinking of 'no more nails'.

any wisdom?

Great I look forward to it.

My registration forms went in the post yesterday....

Ah that is what that rubber strip is for...

I did have plenty of bits left over. I imagine that some of the bags are standard bags also used for other models.

Caterham charged me 2 hours at the PBC to tidy up various things. I didn't know the trick to fitting the front brake hoses and they seeped slightly. They also did some tidying up of the engine - which may have included the rubber strip that you describe.

One thing this might be worth checking is the washers on the rear brake setup - I think that a few of us had this changed in the PBC. I haven't checked because I haven't got my car back yet; but maybe the manual wasn't 100% clear.

By the way, what about a 160 meet planned for the 8th August (please post on my original blog if you can make it.)

Simon

Congratulations... 

Ok lets meet for lunch in Street, Somerset on Saturday 8th August. I'll book a table at a local pub.

We could perhaps get a group photo in Low Flying with Glastonbury Tor in the background.

For long suffering other halves there will be an opportunity for shopping in Clark's village. (Or alternatively we could blat around Cheddar Gorge).

Let me know if you are interested (and whether it is one or two) and I'll send a private mail, or email, the week before.

Simon

Awesome! That looks like two very happy people.

I floated the idea of 160s meet for lunch on 8th or 9th August to the others. Let me know if you are interested. You too Ned.

Hmm.. We seem pretty busy around June. How about 8th or 9th August?

Thanks guys.

What about a160 owners lunch on the 20th or 21st June in Somerset?

Simon

Mine passed the IVA retest today...  

Hopefully I shall be on the road shortly. Can't wait.

Great stuff Ned, the old geezer you got to turn the key looks delighted.

I'm glad that they pulled out the stops to get it sorted quickly.

simon

My OCD has come out in a different way. To while away the days I have had a go at beefing up my garage security. I put together an alarm from a PIR sensor, arduino and other bits. It looks a mess but it can sense when you walk in the garage and trigger an alarm.

it kept me busy anyway...

just drive it and enjoy it; dents, stone chips and all! That is my plan anyway.

Regarding getting the film on. I would say that it looks OK for a novice to have a go at the wings (this is what I would do, if I built another car). He does a discount for L7 members too.

Argh... I'm just lamenting my empty garage.

I have not had the privilege of seeing me car running yet but I will look out for this. I emailed Derek about the key barrel. I notice on one of the  car magazine reviews the writer had a problem with a key getting stuck; this is what got me thinking.