Cheers guys.

Yeah it's the st205 I've been looking at, few around the 3k mark.

As to being thirsty, that's not really an issue as I only do 18 miles a day at the most!

I've worked in a garage and not afraid to get stuck in, we've got a press at work too if the bearings aren't tap in/tapered jobbies.

Should they be ran on the special brew or normal unleaded?

I was looking at DC2 Integras but they're right at the top of my budget, and having some left over just in case is always wise IMO.
Any other suggestions?