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Post by rob h on Sept 27, 2005 21:52:38 GMT
Hi,
I decided a while ago to stay with LRP whilst I could still get it.
I found out this week that TESCO Hastings are stopping it next week - I assume that all TESCOs are stopping it.
Maybe I need to drive further to find another source - but Maybe the time has come to jump to unleaded.
What's best - I've heard that the lead additives are OK, but some internet sites say that you have to stick with the same brand. I've also heard about permanent devices in the tank. Or fitting an Unleaded Head.
I think I may go for the additives - if I do, do I use Super Plus Unleaded or Standard Unleaded?
What does everyone else do? My Mini has a standard 998cc engine.
Rob.
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Post by simonblick on Sept 28, 2005 7:59:33 GMT
Hi Rob, before i changed the head i just used to put in very high quality Unleaded. The higher the octaine rating the better.
Normal unleaded is normally about 95, but the good stuff like is around 97-98.
Another option is to change the head. Try Ebay, or the scapyard. I know someone who might be able to do the job for a cheaper price.
I could just walk round the corner to you desk at work to tell you this!
Si
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Post by Bean Machine!!! on Sept 28, 2005 9:10:11 GMT
Hi Rob You can still get LRP at sainsbury sed rd nrth or we use redex LRP if we cant get it.Youv seen the GT go and thats whats in the tank.  Jim |
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Post by Stephen on Sept 28, 2005 15:19:38 GMT
Castrol valvemaster plus is the dogs b*****ks
Stephen
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Post by MiniGT5 on Sept 28, 2005 20:23:26 GMT
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Post by rob h on Sept 30, 2005 20:46:31 GMT
Thaks for your replies - think it will be the lead replacement additive and unleaded on the next fill up then.
Rob.
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Post by redman on Sept 30, 2005 21:13:04 GMT
i use the halfords stuff- lasts for months, and you can use normal unleaded- always keeps my car running nicely  |
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Post by minimole on Oct 4, 2005 22:28:43 GMT
i have been told by some very knowledgable peeps not to bother with lrp as it a bit crap instead use unleaded and castorol valve master plus.
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Post by rob h on Oct 18, 2005 19:14:43 GMT
Hi,
Well - on my first tank full of unleaded and Castrol Valvemaster Plus I did the convoy last night - car ran fine - might have been my imagination but it seemed to go better than usual - maybe the octane boost does make some difference.
Rob.
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Post by Bean Machine!!! on Oct 18, 2005 19:44:14 GMT
That was nothing to do with petrol.
IT WAS THEM BEANS YOU HAD FOR T !!!!!!!!
He He ;D
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Post by Stephen on Oct 18, 2005 21:53:02 GMT
lol.... no i think he was trying to get away from u lot in the clubman ;D
Stephen
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Post by Bean Machine!!! on Oct 19, 2005 19:53:11 GMT
:oHe will need an extra large tin to loose us . Stiill I dont remember being overtaken by a GIRL do YOU? ;D AS if you will EVER BE ABLE TO FORGET  He He |
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Post by Simon1275mpi on Oct 19, 2005 21:41:59 GMT
Josies running with the castrol lead replacement - works very well!! Stephen.. |
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Post by Stephen on Oct 20, 2005 11:54:05 GMT
no comment. hopefully have an mg metro lump in there after the winter....
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Post by annon on Oct 20, 2005 18:52:39 GMT
i am confused si man josies mini running well? refer you to misfire sept Q you think a valve gone due to unleaded fuel i think you answered your own Q
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