Since the Dutch 02 event in Sept, problems with my front brakes & turbocharger, I finally got it all sorted last night. It's been very problematic just about everything needed to be repaired or replaced that was linked to these components. So the car now has refurbished front brake callipers, new solid & flexible brake hoses, new turbocharger & all the bits that connect to it. It's been one thing then another, but finally got it all finished last night. Car will be MOT'd this weekend (UK road test annually) then that should be it. Ha ha. Now also got myself a decent socket set, pressure brake bleeder in all I couldn't have done the job without these. Oh & also the wheels came back from being refurbished, but the weights hit the callipers - arghhh. See what I mean. It's all featured in the Dec & Jan issue of TOTAL BMW. Keep 02ing it will drive us to our graves ;o) Richard.

John H: Did you get my Email reference inspecting that Tii in NZ? Please can you let me know if you got the info. Rich.