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  • #16
    Originally posted by sriray View Post

    That is some long list.
    I'm the kind of fella to call a spade a spade. The car has some bits it needs done. Some of those are things I would like done. No real rush on any of them but that's just my projected what I would like to get done. Hey, better planning it out now while I can look at it objectively than put myself in a hole trying to figure what to do next. Might end up powder coating my alloys?

    Sorry Marko, had to be done.
    One of the Irish boys. Mine is a 2011 SRI Ecoflex 160bhp w19 inch pentas, led interior lights,

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    • #17
      Hey, nice car DeathMetalMilkMan.
      You have a good list there to keep you busy for a while anyways. It looks well since you’ve given her a clean up and wax.
      I’m not long after one myself. 10 plate. One thing I done straight away was order an led interior light kit from amazon, it makes a huge difference being able to see inside the car at night and it also gives the car a more modern look. I also swapped out the dipped beam for Osram Night breaker lasers too, definitely worth the extra money in my opinion, as you know the unlit roads are a bugger and these give off great light. Just looking at what full beam bulbs to get next, I want the brightest possible!!!

      Keep us updated on the progress, I want to get rear windows tinted too, just so you know , it maybe some help when getting a price I was quoted €140 from a fella in Sligo for the 3 rear windows.

      The alloys on mine could do with a refurb too to be honest, one has a bad case of flaking, I’m going to try a couple of local places first around Ballina and see what the Craic is.

      Best of luck with the car though bud and hope she goes like the clappers for you for a long time. If you need anything (I’m probably not much help too be honest ) I’m not far away. Even recommending mechanics , etc etc might be of some help.

      [emoji2][emoji1303]

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      • #18
        Just one thing sorry. I forgot on my previous reply.

        Dempseys cars outside ballina is a good place for used car parts, perhaps you could pick up a used front light unit there or other parts you may require?

        And, Stenson motors also outside ballina a few miles is a vauxhall/opel specialist and may be able to help with the sd card ? You also have James Clarke of Clarke’s garage ballina, ex opel dealer. James is a good fella too for servicing and repairs.

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        • #19
          Originally posted by Brian147 View Post
          Hey, nice car DeathMetalMilkMan.
          You have a good list there to keep you busy for a while anyways. It looks well since you’ve given her a clean up and wax.
          I’m not long after one myself. 10 plate. One thing I done straight away was order an led interior light kit from amazon, it makes a huge difference being able to see inside the car at night and it also gives the car a more modern look. I also swapped out the dipped beam for Osram Night breaker lasers too, definitely worth the extra money in my opinion, as you know the unlit roads are a bugger and these give off great light. Just looking at what full beam bulbs to get next, I want the brightest possible!!!

          Keep us updated on the progress, I want to get rear windows tinted too, just so you know , it maybe some help when getting a price I was quoted €140 from a fella in Sligo for the 3 rear windows.

          The alloys on mine could do with a refurb too to be honest, one has a bad case of flaking, I’m going to try a couple of local places first around Ballina and see what the Craic is.

          Best of luck with the car though bud and hope she goes like the clappers for you for a long time. If you need anything (I’m probably not much help too be honest ) I’m not far away. Even recommending mechanics , etc etc might be of some help.

          [emoji2][emoji1303]
          Cheers Brian, I've yet to go asking around my locals for the wheels to get done but looks like it may be pricey. As for the tints, cheers for the ballpark figure. I would get the lot done though. Will check out the Night breakers, seen them mentioned a few times on here so worth a peek and will see f I can get them. Cheers.
          One of the Irish boys. Mine is a 2011 SRI Ecoflex 160bhp w19 inch pentas, led interior lights,

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          • #20
            Originally posted by Pondy81 View Post
            Welcome along and yes that is like my old one before I started with the all the mods.



            I then added basically every vxr add on spat from the power before anyone says so it ended looking like this



            That is now gone though and got the real thing

            Man Pondy, if mine can get half way to that I would be over the moon. That is a beautiful beast when it was finished. Now, dont get me wrong the actual VXR is something else, but from stock to that is (Insert mind blown gif here). Long may it bring you joy.
            One of the Irish boys. Mine is a 2011 SRI Ecoflex 160bhp w19 inch pentas, led interior lights,

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            • #21
              Originally posted by DeathMetalMilkMan View Post
              Man Pondy, if mine can get half way to that I would be over the moon. That is a beautiful beast when it was finished. Now, dont get me wrong the actual VXR is something else, but from stock to that is (Insert mind blown gif here). Long may it bring you joy.
              Yeah it took some time and what was sort of gutting as it was only finished a few months before I stripped it all again to sell on.. ..

              Enjoy your car
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              • #22
                So, first purchases for the car have been made. Mostly aesthetic items, but the Sat Nav SD has been ordered so that is at least a functional purchase.
                Bought the puddle lights, had to be done.
                Bought a LED for the DPF indicator mod.
                Got a 12v Female piggyback socket for my sat nav to run off from the fusebox in the glovebox. (Cheers for that one folks).
                And finally new bright white DRLs that someone on here recommended as my are yellow and look like pee holes in the snow.

                I have also been tempted by Pondy's old car. I am considering maybe a major purchase in the future and going for a VXR bumper, it looks gorgeous.

                Anyhow, thats my wee update and will post pics when I get everything fitted.
                One of the Irish boys. Mine is a 2011 SRI Ecoflex 160bhp w19 inch pentas, led interior lights,

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                • #23
                  Originally posted by DeathMetalMilkMan View Post
                  I have also been tempted by Pondy's old car. I am considering maybe a major purchase in the future and going for a VXR bumper, it looks gorgeous.
                  Expensive that

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                  • #24
                    So today I sold my old Vectra, got €650 for it. I'm happy with that amount as to be fair I kept no history on it. And my sat nav sd landed today which went right in, updated in 1 minute and is now a functioning sat nav. Will need to check the TMC on it as advised. My new led sidelights also landed, but I haven't got time to fit them yet, will get that done tomorrow morning and see the difference. *must remember to take headlight pics tonight in the dark for comparison.
                    One of the Irish boys. Mine is a 2011 SRI Ecoflex 160bhp w19 inch pentas, led interior lights,

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                    • #25
                      If the sidelights are sound an error free will you send in the link???

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                      • #26
                        Originally posted by Brian147 View Post
                        If the sidelights are sound an error free will you send in the link???
                        Howdy Brian. They are ones I found on here.

                        One of the Irish boys. Mine is a 2011 SRI Ecoflex 160bhp w19 inch pentas, led interior lights,

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                        • #27
                          Originally posted by DeathMetalMilkMan View Post
                          Howdy Brian. They are ones I found on here.

                          https://insignia-drivers.uk/threads/...codes-up/page2
                          Can’t see the link?? Only suspension parts.

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                          • #28
                            Originally posted by Brian147 View Post
                            Can’t see the link?? Only suspension parts.
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                          • #29
                            Thanks mate.

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                            • #30
                              Set aside 30 mins to fit the new bulbs today, you fellas must have tiny hands. My thumbs can get anywhere near those inserts. Managed to get the back cover off but couldn't get the wiring out to swap out the bulb. Will have to attempt tomorrow morning. Will bring a pair of tweezers.
                              One of the Irish boys. Mine is a 2011 SRI Ecoflex 160bhp w19 inch pentas, led interior lights,

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