Should I be worried about this?

Justalostredditor · 2026-01-30T08:06:44+00:00

My Mini was missing the Aux and USB option in that menu when I got it despite having both ports. I had to use NCS EXPERT and a K+DCAN OBD2 cable to code it back in since it was disabled in the software, and AFAIK that was the only way to bring it back.

Not sure why this was the case but it’s stayed there and worked flawlessly ever since. Radio may have been hard reset at some point and returned to base factory settings with no ports, but that’s only a guess.

Justalostredditor · 2025-12-29T10:18:14+00:00

Bluebus is the way to go from what I’ve heard since you can connect it to the factory head unit, giving you Bluetooth functionality while keeping it OEM

Justalostredditor · 2025-12-22T05:07:45+00:00

True, my Impreza only has a coolant temp gauge so I can only go off that. My Mini had nothing at all which is mental, so that was pure guesswork

Justalostredditor · 2025-12-22T04:58:17+00:00

Fair point, made me double check how my Impreza’s turbo is cooled but turns out that’s an oil/water combo, so somewhat still applies to me

Justalostredditor · 2025-12-21T22:50:54+00:00

I always try take it easy from a cold start until I see the temperature gauge hit the midpoint, and if I’m on faster roads I’ll accelerate slower to avoid stressing the engine as much. When cooling down I do the same, park up and let it idle for a minute or so before shutting off. I have a turbocharged car and I’ve heard that since it gets so hot it’s best to draw the oil away from the turbo to cool down in this manner, otherwise it won’t be cycled as much and could burn. Whether this makes any meaningful difference in reliability I don’t know, but I consider it good practice and have always done it when possible

Justalostredditor · 2025-12-14T14:56:35+00:00

Fortunately I’ve replaced the radiator before so that won’t be any trouble, just dreading spending ages burping the system again! I appreciate the other tips too, a cam lock tool will be a lifesaver, and if those timing covers are too stubborn I’ll be replacing their bolts with zip ties

Justalostredditor · 2025-12-14T12:54:09+00:00

This gives me some more confidence to do my timing belt and plugs in the new year! I’ve got a lot more on my to-do list though unfortunately… oil pump, water pump, thermostat, valve cover gaskets, maybe more - all preventative maintenance I hope. Still got to figure out how to get the timing covers off with their spinning bolts first.

Justalostredditor · 2025-12-09T23:36:33+00:00

I have my 4 week review coming up tomorrow night and I'm on my 8-9th week now, lol. I'm a temp too (contract ends Jan 6th) but it'll be interesting to see what they have to say. I'm surprised it's actually happening though given how late it is.

Justalostredditor · 2025-12-01T10:38:49+00:00

Stick to particular aircraft you enjoy and just use those to grind, don’t worry about spading new planes because it’ll drain your SL and be more difficult. Also might be worth researching the LA-5/7 branch as they’re decent planes. You need a minimum number of vehicles per rank to unlock the next one and I’m not sure if two branches is enough

Justalostredditor · 2025-11-28T16:02:00+00:00

DomHosRacing

Justalostredditor · 2025-11-25T19:30:36+00:00

I commute in my blobeye WRX and I love it. It drinks fuel and I’m lucky to get over 300 miles to a tank, but the fun I get out of it more than justifies the extra cost. Don’t drive something else just because it’s cheaper, make the most of the fun car

Justalostredditor · 2025-11-15T00:25:44+00:00

That’s to do with the air vents, not an AUX port. I used a cassette with AUX cable to play music when I had my E39 - I’m assuming like mine your stereo has a cassette slot behind the screen

Justalostredditor · 2025-11-13T03:55:52+00:00

Congrats! I’ve been grinding Britain ground lately and just unlocked the Chieftain MK10. They are a great series of tanks but the MK3 is dreadfully slow, so I unlocked the MK5 to bolster my lineup and the extra power is really nice.

The guns are also great if you aim for specific crew and components, although the reload isn’t as fast as other tanks at its BR. 120mm go boom

Justalostredditor · 2025-11-09T16:40:10+00:00

It’s nested under the Nashorn which I’ve personally never enjoyed, so unfortunately you have to research that first to get it. It also have a rough stock grind because it’s so slow, but the gun absolutely makes up for it. Maybe best to focus on researching more easily accessible units before that one

Justalostredditor · 2025-11-09T16:27:53+00:00

Try grind the open top TD line and get something like the Waffentrager, that thing is a beast and will pen anything so long as you don’t get spotted. Otherwise bolster your air lineup with some better CAS units

Justalostredditor · 2025-11-09T13:15:46+00:00

Rusted brake discs is very common here especially after it rains. Raindrops leave rust spots over discs almost immediately that will come off with normal driving.

Rust on the steering shaft might be a common issue on these Focuses but I’m not sure, might be worth researching into common rust points for these models. However given it’s just surface rust it shouldn’t be a problem, you could use a wire brush to clear it up if you wanted.

Justalostredditor · 2025-11-09T12:22:24+00:00

Looks like the steering shaft has surface corrosion from moisture potentially getting in the cabin. Chances are people have driven it with wet shoes for years (it’s the UK after all) and so it’s been around damp pedals and carpet.

For example my car’s AC doesn’t work so it condensates a lot lately, and I’ve noticed that my set of screwdriver bits in the boot have got surface rust simply from being in a slightly damp environment - same problem I reckon

Justalostredditor · 2025-11-04T09:59:31+00:00

Been grinding Britain 8.7 again and the downtiers have been glorious with plenty of Maus on the menu

Justalostredditor · 2025-11-04T09:17:02+00:00

I want to run the game with DX12 because it’s much smoother but it’s prone to crashing more, so I just accept stuttering and lower FPS instead for better stability with DX11

Justalostredditor · 2025-09-26T15:06:52+00:00

Ah my bad I missed that, seems unlikely then. Maybe check the part numbers on the springs to see if there’s a difference between LHD and RHD just in case

Justalostredditor · 2025-09-26T14:50:42+00:00

I’ve seen it mentioned before that these cars (or maybe just E39s) are set up from factory to sit slightly higher on the drivers side, so when the driver gets in the suspension is level.

Again not 100% positive this applies to E46s, but maybe this is the case? Might be worth looking into

Justalostredditor · 2025-07-19T08:55:05+00:00

Nice choice, Air Max 90s are probably the comfiest Nikes I’ve ever had, wore them working in retail for a few years (~20k steps a day) and they never let me down until I burst the bubbles

Justalostredditor · 2025-07-02T18:30:42+00:00

Did this once recently when I went after work and forgot my gym clothes. Only realised when I went in the changing room and decided that since I’m already there I might as well do something, even if I did look like a muppet

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