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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 10:49 AM
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just as title really, are they worth the hassle of fitting etc etc

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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 11:02 AM
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just stage 3 btw, not sure if its overkill..
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 11:58 AM
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They are very good indeed at reducing coolant temps if you have any issues at all with it running hot, it took almost 10 degs off my running temp.
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 05:17 PM
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I've heard people say that they are too small to make any real difference but it surey has to be better that not having one

I have on my car btw


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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 08:48 PM
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Mark Shead told me to not bother and save the weight, providing you're below 500hp
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 09:37 PM
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ok cheers for the input lads!

btw thought you'd bloody sold that engine James!!!
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 09:43 PM
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No Pete, I held it for a while with a deposit, but then the guy admitted he couldn't afford it

It's still waiting for you mate!
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 09:52 PM
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lol tell her I'll pick her up soon!!
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Old Nov 12, 2012 | 06:14 AM
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She wants to know a date haha!
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Old Nov 12, 2012 | 08:36 PM
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argh what, I've gotta wine and fine her?!?
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Old Nov 12, 2012 | 08:59 PM
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Lol! No I'm the pimp, you pay me
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Old Nov 12, 2012 | 09:09 PM
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psml good lad
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