So what have you done with your Aston today?
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Hmmm. Well, I retrofitted Touchtronic auto to my 2002 DB7 Vantage standard auto.
In doing so used a more modern BMW selector mechanism than the stone age BMW version used by AML and ditched the cheap plastic AML surround for something less "downmarket". Took me 3 solid "todays" to do though....
The shoe isn't actually part of the AML surround - but I did give it the boot!
In doing so used a more modern BMW selector mechanism than the stone age BMW version used by AML and ditched the cheap plastic AML surround for something less "downmarket". Took me 3 solid "todays" to do though....
The shoe isn't actually part of the AML surround - but I did give it the boot!
ukzero said:
Hmmm. Well, I retrofitted Touchtronic auto to my 2002 DB7 Vantage standard auto.
In doing so used a more modern BMW selector mechanism than the stone age BMW version used by AML and ditched the cheap plastic AML surround for something less "downmarket". Took me 3 solid "todays" to do though....
The shoe isn't actually part of the AML surround - but I did give it the boot!
Well done matey. Great job there. In doing so used a more modern BMW selector mechanism than the stone age BMW version used by AML and ditched the cheap plastic AML surround for something less "downmarket". Took me 3 solid "todays" to do though....
The shoe isn't actually part of the AML surround - but I did give it the boot!
Your fooked though when it comes to them " white coat judges" LOL
ukzero said:
Hmmm. Well, I retrofitted Touchtronic auto to my 2002 DB7 Vantage standard auto.
In doing so used a more modern BMW selector mechanism than the stone age BMW version used by AML and ditched the cheap plastic AML surround for something less "downmarket". Took me 3 solid "todays" to do though....
The shoe isn't actually part of the AML surround - but I did give it the boot!
WOW great work there! Does look better!In doing so used a more modern BMW selector mechanism than the stone age BMW version used by AML and ditched the cheap plastic AML surround for something less "downmarket". Took me 3 solid "todays" to do though....
The shoe isn't actually part of the AML surround - but I did give it the boot!
Loose_Cannon said:
Lovely! How does the ride compare now?
There is no discernable difference in the ride. It feels pretty much the same as it did on the 19"s. However I was no longer on the OE Bridgestone tyres, I had Michelin PSS on the 19"s. These were slightly softer than the Bridgestones and did improve ride quality as well as handling. There are Pirelli tyres on these 20" wheels now and I would say it doesn't hold the road as well as the 19"s. However this is in line with expectation and a sacrifice I am happy to make as I rarely drive at 9/10s. 
shuzzy said:
There is no discernable difference in the ride. It feels pretty much the same as it did on the 19"s. However I was no longer on the OE Bridgestone tyres, I had Michelin PSS on the 19"s. These were slightly softer than the Bridgestones and did improve ride quality as well as handling. There are Pirelli tyres on these 20" wheels now and I would say it doesn't hold the road as well as the 19"s. However this is in line with expectation and a sacrifice I am happy to make as I rarely drive at 9/10s.
Interesting, my second least favourite "premium" tyres after Bridgestones are Pirellis! Why do so many manufacturers fit these decidedly average tyres as standard? 
dopsonj said:
Little blast around the downs this morning in the new Prodrive toy... Loving this thing.
Mansfield said:
dopsonj said:
Little blast around the downs this morning in the new Prodrive toy... Loving this thing.
From AM Chichester, first Aston for me - Moved from a low miles 996 C2 - Very different car to drive but the noise is another level.
44,000m - FAMSH - Clutch at 37k.
Has the Exhaust (Sport CATS), ECU, Wheels & Carbon trim.
No suspension fitted, but that kit you mention that was on eBay, is now in my hands! Reached out to the seller who ended up removing it as it was missing a bit. Have purchased & sourced the bit and will be fitted to the car to complete the package! Very excited for this.
She's very much a weekend toy, my daily drive is much more suitable for the work I do!
Apart from the suspension, I fancy a carbon rear diffuser and I'm tempted to source some N400 intakes (although I believe they require some modification to inc a vacuum line?) Numberplate plinth is coming off and small legal J9 DOP plate is coming over :-)
Daily:
Old & New:
Collected it from Bamford Rose following a series of enhancements including: sports exhaust (manifolds, 200 cell cats & X-pipe), twin plate clutch and lightened flywheel, fast-road geo. Utterly delighted with the result. The combination of the increased power with vastly improved throttle response, accompanied by the sound is truly epic. Anyone even vaguely considering doing this should not hesitate. You will not be disappointed.
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