5lab, if my plan comes together (and TBH they usually dont, but nevermind), the 360 will recieve the grill with driving lights in, if i ever mind one - might go hunting round some scrappies soon. The fogs will also be binned and turned into air ducts for the brakes. Even without them i think vents would do wonders. I have compared solids and vents before (205 TD vs 205 GTi), both similar weight, same rear brake setup, same front pads, but TD has solid and GTi has vented. the GTi brakes last much longer, and the alloys arent desinged to allow air thru.
X19dude, the night was pretty uneventful, i think everyone got round ok, and everyone seemed to enjoy it. A big improvement over last years event, fair play to the Oxford lads, they listened to our criticisms and turned it round this year. The special test was good fun, although a little over-complicated, but it was a good first try. Next year, i'm sure it will be even better. I've got the proofs now from the photographer, he missed all the sideways bit, which is a shame, but still some good photos. Although in his post-event report, his exact words were: "Not sure what Carl Gibbs/Lizzie Pope were on, but their slippy/slidey Volvo 360 wrong slotted just before me, only too reappear shortly afterwards fishtailing all over the place with Carlos pretending to be in control." Thats what happens when you take a 90-left on mud in 2nd gear and keep your foot planted
When i find a scanner i'll put the pics online somehwere.
I've been up to the same sort of stunts again this weekend, as i've been up in Wales marshalling the Rally GB. As a marshal you get the priveledge of driving the stages, so the car has been getting some more sideways treatment!! About 25 miles worth of gravel/mud to be exact
