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#11
Reader's Rides / Re: Southern Belle
Last post by Petrus - Yesterday at 11:59
A spin off for all visiting Spain/Andalucía.

The prospect of driving Belle through spring and Guaraní Girl´s enthusiasm to pose had me look at the Osborne Bull locations. 
By all means copy:


THE OSBORNE BULLS IN ANDALUCIA:

Almería Province
Benahadux - N-340a - (36.93626,-2.462072)

Cádiz Province
Los Barrios - A381 Km 85 - (36.175349,-5.48128)
Alcalá de los Gazules - N-440 PK 53 - (36.457223,-5.741862)
Alcalá de los Gazules - N-440 PK 48 - (36.463298,-5.782935)
Puerto de Santa María - Matajaca - A-4 - (36.644007,-6.178284)
Puerto de Santa María - Cuesta de la Trocha-Aquapark - N-IV - (36.63404,-6.195447)
Puerto de Santa María - Rotonda de los Toros (not official)
Jerez de la Frontera - Airport Apron (not official)
Jerez de la Frontera - El Cuadrejón - N-IV - (36.783923,-6.038803)
Véjer de la Frontera/Conil - N-340 - (36.283523,-6.049312)
Tarifa/Facinas - N-340 Km 68 - (36.134599,-5.71085)


Córdoba Province
Cuesta del Espino

Granada Province
Guéjar-Sierra - A-395 - (37.140894,-3.456665)
Albolote/Pantano de Cubillas - N-323 - (37.299957,-3.662332)

Jaén Province
Santa Elena - A-4 - (38.321327,-3.555395)

Málaga Province
Los Boliches-Fuengirola
Torre del Mar/Vélez-Málaga/Almayate - N-340,2 - (36.732369,-4.119828)
Casabermeja - A-45 Km 123,5 - (36.898602,-4.434401)

Sevilla Province
Las Cabezas de San Juan - N-IV - (36.966633,-5.8772)
La Luisiana
Lora de Estepa - A-4, E-5 N-334 - (37.273874,-4.801468)
Castillo de las Guardas - N-433 - (37.749815,-6.369362)
Castilleja del Campo - A-472 - (37.392935,-6.317724)
Huévar - A-49 - (37.358358,-6.301706)

Here is a link to Google maps showing the locations

https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1NM9pCHDNGjQwcioXkGfRTEiFM60&msa=0&ll=38.412905579557325%2C-4.416504000000007&spn=5.124257%2C7.064209&z=7
#12
a creative search should bring up quite a bit Jared.

My 7 y.o. mini lifepo is still doing great btw. 
Well, it wás, I hope will be  :-*   Disconnected it three weeks ago and fingers crossed it will start the engine in about a week.
If it gives up, will buy the same or equivalent again.
#13
Hi all, been trying to get more info on lithium batteries but it's hard to get info on which size (power more than dimensions) is best for the mr2.
I like the idea of less weight and found a few that are getting better price wise.
Not doing a track stuff just fun daily driver but as need it to get back and forth to work don't want any starting issues or need to put it on trickle charge things like that.
Any ideas / suggestions guys.
#14
Reader's Rides / Re: Southern Belle
Last post by Petrus - Yesterday at 08:24
By Jove  :o
Just drove Esmeralda to my morning coffee with croissant, Giacomo in the back.
What an effort but a lót more comfortable than in the passenger seat try soaking up all the bumps and movements.
The way recovery is jumping forward daily, will drive Belle next weekend!!
#15
I've just done my shocks springs top mounts and drop links. KYB and standard springs. Makes a huge difference a complete refresh after a geo setup
#16
Oem refurbishment using kyb dampers  along with refreshed bushings over the entire car will yield really enjoyable every day usable results.
Following this adding more and more bracing will make it even better.
#17
@Beachbum957

Any experience of o/e springs on Koni?
#18
Thanks for that; I have been planning a suspension refresh, but it keeps getting put back, as I would be working outside and the weather hasn't been kind (till yesterday). However, I think I will get the 4 dampers, fit the front 2 and get through the MOT as the clock is ticking on a re-test, then I can do the rest of the work in a more measured manner. KYB seem quite reasonable price.

 Does anyone happen to know if the Koni inserts can be used with standard springs?
#19
As far as I am aware the Koni  solution is to use the  original container and replace the working parts.
That means you are off the road for the extra time to remodel the struts.
I bought KYB that is generally considered to be/ equivalent to OE. If you look around you will find them at a lesser price than the Koni solution.
You should also consider top mounts, at least clean and regrease if no noticeable wear. There is also a felt  washer that disintegrates between the top mount and the strut. Also consider the condition of the  springs, again OE or equivalent length if you want to maintain ride height.
I replaced all four shocks but not strictly necessary but certainly both fronts if one is leaking.
#20
Hi, I just wondered what are the current recommendations re dampers? My car has just failed its MOT as one of the front struts is leaking (and the handbrake is more pants than usual). I don't want to lower the car as I drive on some sketchy roads, so I want to keep stock ride height and springs. The Koni solution looks good and I like Koni, but I believe is for lowered springs. Thanks for any suggestions.