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by Labusthetormentor
Wed Jun 03, 2026 1:30 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: BMW M235 2 Series 2026
Replies: 2
Views: 93

BMW M235 2 Series 2026

Just lately, the Cupra Formentor VZ2 was the first BMW after a string of VAGs. So far, three weeks in, I am enjoying the ride.
by Labusthetormentor
Fri May 29, 2026 12:07 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Turbo failure in the X5 E70
Replies: 3
Views: 134

Re: Turbo failure in the X5 E70

The response is appreciated. How can I tell whether it's switching? I know I sound dense, but no idea. I was planning to replace it all with new hoover line that I got specifically to get rid of that. I would prefer not to remove the dpf because I've heard it's a pain, but if it's necessary, then it ...
by Labusthetormentor
Fri May 29, 2026 12:04 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Turbo failure in the X5 E70
Replies: 3
Views: 134

Turbo failure in the X5 E70

I chose to swap out the tiny turn because it began to whistle and was about to pop. Purchased a cartridge, cleaned off the area, and then replaced it. After around 200 yards of testing, I noticed that it smelt hot. I checked it out, and the turbo is rather hot. I got the following codes upon ...
by Labusthetormentor
Tue May 05, 2026 2:56 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Tips for C43 AMG Exhausts
Replies: 8
Views: 154

Re: Tips for C43 AMG Exhausts

Marshalls, one of our neighbourhood merchants, does not even carry replacement parts. After you chat with the attractive receptionist, who enquires as to whether or not you have placed an order for a part and details the nature of that order, the parts guy arrives with the part and collects payment ...
by Labusthetormentor
Tue Apr 21, 2026 5:09 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Where Is the Sportage 2026's Dash Cam?
Replies: 3
Views: 37

Where Is the Sportage 2026's Dash Cam?

Greetings everyone!

Where should I get my dashcam mounted on my 2026 Sportage? I'm looking at the 70mai A810S. Initially, I was considering installing this on either side of the cowling or cover of the rearview mirror, close to the headliner. From my vantage point as a passenger, it appears like ...
by Labusthetormentor
Mon Mar 30, 2026 2:05 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Noisy, energetic beginning
Replies: 3
Views: 59

Re: Noisy, energetic beginning

Perhaps, like the exhausted pump, the water will return to the tank overnight.
by Labusthetormentor
Sat Mar 28, 2026 1:13 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: How about this CAT S Sclass? Would you consider buying it?
Replies: 4
Views: 60

Re: How about this CAT S Sclass? Would you consider buying it?

No, in my opinion.

A large premium loading is typical for Cat S, and some insurers will not even cover them.
by Labusthetormentor
Thu Mar 26, 2026 12:20 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Simple access and departure..
Replies: 4
Views: 64

Re: Simple access and departure..

Even though my seat was 2" shorter, I too utilised the auto setting 😋.

However, I fail to see how a 2" height disparity could significantly impact the seat's motors' ability to recline. Perhaps it's a 2-door coupé and it simply slides further back in my car.
by Labusthetormentor
Thu Mar 26, 2026 12:19 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Simple access and departure..
Replies: 4
Views: 64

Re: Simple access and departure..

To be honest, I'm shocked there isn't already a mechanism to accomplish that on my C238 (which is based on the W213).

While my seat does retract quite a ways when the Easy Entry/Exit feature is engaged, my height is just 5 feet 8 inches, so I can only assume that it would retract much less when the ...
by Labusthetormentor
Wed Mar 11, 2026 10:05 am
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Questions
Replies: 7
Views: 113

Re: Questions

No, the system will set it to reflect the current temperature. Tread may not touch the road if it is too low, and a smaller contact patch if it is too high.