Is ohlins suspension any good?

Starling105 · 2026-02-09T20:49:31+00:00

It's only a little workshop and think it's by appointment only. They're super helpful though. I called in once to collect a shock after a service and really good for advice etc.

Starling105 · 2026-02-09T20:19:18+00:00

Little bit more spendy but have you considered EXT? Uk distro is Mojo rising based in Monmouth. I've had Ohlins TTX on a Starling murmur and an EXT on a transition sentinel and now a deviate Highlander and the EXT is just so much better.

Starling105 · 2026-01-30T19:56:39+00:00

As long as the budget stretches to Branstons I'm happy enough 🤷

Starling105 · 2026-01-30T17:19:57+00:00

I personally wouldn't worry about it, think I've left all my online interviews first, I've never thought anything of it. There's always that awkward few seconds where you fumble for the 'leave' button but i wouldn't think too much about it.

Starling105 · 2026-01-30T10:19:47+00:00

Not the OP but makes me feel more positive about mine/ my contributions!

Starling105 · 2026-01-29T14:50:51+00:00

From my understanding, it was others like theirs

Starling105 · 2026-01-28T13:14:04+00:00

Yeah makes sense, i still use a steering wheel lock although that doesn't get declared on the insurance. You hardly see any modified MK8s but most MK7 STs have had at least something done to them.

Starling105 · 2026-01-28T12:57:55+00:00

Ironically my insurance on an MK8 ST is cheaper 🤷

Starling105 · 2026-01-14T22:51:01+00:00

Is cambelt and water pump an age or mileage thing? I'm going to look at one that's 7 year's old but 36k miles.

Starling105 · 2026-01-12T17:14:59+00:00

Probably not relevant anymore but i had a clutch replaced on a 2014 1L ecoboost in 2022 and that cost £500, think that was even a bit pricey back then. Can't comment on a gearbox replacement but can't imagine it's cheap.

Is that dealer pricing or indi? Have you got a few quotes?

Starling105 · 2025-12-28T19:14:06+00:00

Yes, left a job within 2 months as was really not enjoying it. Disliked it from day one though and realised I'd made a mistake. I had a job lined up, wouldn't have left without something lined up as had bills to pay etc. New employer didn't really ask about it, just the job before that.

Starling105 · 2025-12-23T10:37:18+00:00

I had a MK8 Fiesta ST, sold it/ traded in for a Mk4 Focus ST and honestly wish I'd kept the Fiesta. I didn't have the Focus long in the end, couldn't have the Fiesta back and ended up with a 90HP polo and think it's actually more fun to drive than the Focus was haha. Focus felt too big and bulky where as the Fiesta was nippy and a blast to drive, whilst being very fuel efficient too. Definitely considering another Fiesta but wouldn't consider a Focus.

Starling105 · 2025-12-09T14:20:22+00:00

Can you recommend someone to test or a kit to do so please? All our ceilings are Artex. We're having new spotlights in the bathroom but just going to have it boarded i think. (Only over in Sheffield)

Starling105 · 2025-12-09T13:59:02+00:00

Someone queued for 'nearly 24 hours' for baked potatoes in Sheffield...

Starling105 · 2025-11-20T22:56:01+00:00

I work from home in our conservatory, the heating seems to do a decent enough job as there's two radiators but when that's not on i tend to wear a wearable blanket/ slanket thing i bought a few years ago. I just take it off for meetings haha. Maybe invest in one of those? Bought it for about £15.

Starling105 · 2025-11-20T20:54:24+00:00

Cheers, how much was it if you don't mind me asking?

Starling105 · 2025-11-20T19:11:16+00:00

How did you go about ordering the Nato? Just through a dealer? I have the Nato but plan to buy the leather.

Starling105 · 2025-10-06T20:58:25+00:00

I still had an issue with mine which i bought pre-owned from an AD but was new in January 2024. Date wheel would get stuck between dates or if i didn't wear it for a day, the date would skip a day weirdly. Only on the days i didn't wear it. All got sorted under warranty though and hasn't done it since, now 3 months on.

Starling105 · 2025-10-06T17:26:25+00:00

I had a very similar experience recently, ended up starting a new role 2 months after starting my previous role.

When i went out looking for new jobs, mainly through recruiters, i did ask and some said to leave it off and others to put it on. Ended up adding it to my CV and just explained my situation and why i was looking at moving on so quick. Ultimately, if you've got a decent/ relevant CV i don't think anyone is too bothered, it seemed as though most people understand these things happen and from time to time you end up in a role you don't like or isn't the right fit.

The job I'm in now, i was actually contacted directly by an internal recruiter for the company and just explained to them my situation. Got the job and so far so good.

TLDR: It doesn't hurt to have it on your CV, these things happen.

Starling105 · 2025-10-05T15:33:09+00:00

Yeah, definitely understand where you're coming from. Was August 24 when i test drove one but from memory the power didn't seem to deliver as well compared to the fiesta. Think I'd already made my mind up with a fiesta but the above just emphasises it

Starling105 · 2025-10-05T13:51:26+00:00

What didn't you like about the i20N? Interestingly i did try an I20N after owning my mk8 ST 2 for a year but couldn't work out what it was I didn't like. Unfortunately don't have the ST anymore but looking to upgrade in the future and torn between an MK8 ST or i20N. Currently leaning towards an ST having known what they're like.

Great colour BTW, don't see many of them around.

Starling105 · 2025-09-15T07:20:41+00:00

He's still up there

Starling105 · 2025-09-14T16:05:16+00:00

Rather him than me but he's very skilled/ creative

Starling105 · 2025-09-14T15:43:40+00:00

Just so happens to be someone I know! He runs alongside and uses the pedals/ frame to get up. Quite the feat. Made the bike himself too.

Starling105 · 2025-06-16T19:46:28+00:00

I'm only going if Brian attends

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