The M is really flying at the moment...
The M is really flying at the moment...
Ok, at first i thought it was just my imagination but now I'm convinced - ever since the track day at Croft the other weekend, the car has been feeling absolutely ballistic
I'm not sure if it's connected to my first tank of V Power that I put in on the way back from the circuit (was running Tesco 99 before that) but there is definitely a much more pronounced shove in the back at around 5K rpm compared to before. Feels like the VANOS is much more active, the tacho really flies round to 7K with renewed vigour.
Maybe these cars need a good thrashing to optimise the map for the higher octane fuel to get the most out of it. Anyway, I'm not complaining - feels awesome
I'm not sure if it's connected to my first tank of V Power that I put in on the way back from the circuit (was running Tesco 99 before that) but there is definitely a much more pronounced shove in the back at around 5K rpm compared to before. Feels like the VANOS is much more active, the tacho really flies round to 7K with renewed vigour.
Maybe these cars need a good thrashing to optimise the map for the higher octane fuel to get the most out of it. Anyway, I'm not complaining - feels awesome
Sapphire Black 02 S54 M Roadster
Re: The M is really flying at the moment...
the V Power has definitely worked for me! I now will not use anything else!SpunkyM wrote:Ok, at first i thought it was just my imagination but now I'm convinced - ever since the track day at Croft the other weekend, the car has been feeling absolutely ballistic
I'm not sure if it's connected to my first tank of V Power that I put in on the way back from the circuit (was running Tesco 99 before that) but there is definitely a much more pronounced shove in the back at around 5K rpm compared to before. Feels like the VANOS is much more active, the tacho really flies round to 7K with renewed vigour.
Maybe these cars need a good thrashing to optimise the map for the higher octane fuel to get the most out of it. Anyway, I'm not complaining - feels awesome
I had a colleague in the car today and he said 'this car feels quicker everytime I get in it' he drives a 911 so he is not a stranger to fast cars either
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It's the replacement for Optimax as well as 1 point up on the octane rating, so available from most Shell garages.
What tyres are you running?
... I'm surprised. I can only just break traction in 1st gear in the dry in a straight line with warm tyres. In 2nd it just grips resolutely and fires me off into the horizonThe car didn't used to spin its wheels in second gear in the dry but does now
What tyres are you running?
Sapphire Black 02 S54 M Roadster
Filled up with V Power today and yikes its suddenly turned into a quick car! Its really noticeable in 3rd and 4th where it seems to pull a lot harder. Couldnt get the wheels to spin in second though despite trying my best
I was running 95 RON for the last 2 tanks since my local garage has nothing else - never again!
I was running 95 RON for the last 2 tanks since my local garage has nothing else - never again!
Z3M with a few mods...and a little bit more power
No wonder you felt a mighty boost going from crappy 95ron to V Power. I also think giving your car a good blast clears any build ups that might of occured due to slow small trips.Deano1712 wrote:Filled up with V Power today and yikes its suddenly turned into a quick car! Its really noticeable in 3rd and 4th where it seems to pull a lot harder. Couldnt get the wheels to spin in second though despite trying my best
I was running 95 RON for the last 2 tanks since my local garage has nothing else - never again!
God gave me Taste, BMW made the Z3. It's not a girls car, It's a Mans car in Drag !!
AMEN FOR VPOWER... I've used it regularly when on holidays in Greece and it's darn good!!! Heck, it even makes my parents' old corolla 1.3 go!!
You SHOULD try out the V-Power Racing edition if you get a chance (100RON), although I haven't seen it anywhere else in Europe apart from Greece. Mega-expensive fuel but the difference is simply amazing over plain V-Power.
On the subject of fuel in Greece, I think this country has become a testbed for many of Shell's products as they seem to be rolled out there first. They also have V-Power Diesel, which contains the same engine treatment chemicals as V-Power Petrol but is 100% synthetic (Gas-To-Liquid), as opposed to traditionally distilled single malt diesel Impressive technology.. and helped Audi's R10 win the 24Hr LeMans...
I'm just back from my hols in the Z and working my way through about 1,000,000 new posts since I left, but I promise to post some nice pics for you soon
You SHOULD try out the V-Power Racing edition if you get a chance (100RON), although I haven't seen it anywhere else in Europe apart from Greece. Mega-expensive fuel but the difference is simply amazing over plain V-Power.
On the subject of fuel in Greece, I think this country has become a testbed for many of Shell's products as they seem to be rolled out there first. They also have V-Power Diesel, which contains the same engine treatment chemicals as V-Power Petrol but is 100% synthetic (Gas-To-Liquid), as opposed to traditionally distilled single malt diesel Impressive technology.. and helped Audi's R10 win the 24Hr LeMans...
I'm just back from my hols in the Z and working my way through about 1,000,000 new posts since I left, but I promise to post some nice pics for you soon
Hi,komis wrote:AMEN FOR VPOWER... I've used it regularly when on holidays in Greece and it's darn good!!! Heck, it even makes my parents' old corolla 1.3 go!!
You SHOULD try out the V-Power Racing edition if you get a chance (100RON), although I haven't seen it anywhere else in Europe apart from Greece. Mega-expensive fuel but the difference is simply amazing over plain V-Power.
On the subject of fuel in Greece, I think this country has become a testbed for many of Shell's products as they seem to be rolled out there first. They also have V-Power Diesel, which contains the same engine treatment chemicals as V-Power Petrol but is 100% synthetic (Gas-To-Liquid), as opposed to traditionally distilled single malt diesel Impressive technology.. and helped Audi's R10 win the 24Hr LeMans...
I'm just back from my hols in the Z and working my way through about 1,000,000 new posts since I left, but I promise to post some nice pics for you soon
Here in Portugal we have BP Utimate, so it's form BP, not form Shell...we had Shell V-Power before, but now Repsol took over Shell here...anyway, BP has Ultimate for Diesel and Petrol (100RON). I drive a Diesel (TDi) and it makes a diference in delivery, also lower noise and emissions and beter MPG. Also from talking to petrol owners, cars with high compression ratio,,,(Ms, Type-Rs, S2000, etc) benefit a lot from 100RON
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I noticed an improvement in torque when I filled up with Tescos 99 as compared to Optimax.
I haven't noticed any difference between Tescos 99 & V Power.
They are both excellent fuels & after all are both 99. Shell had to bring out something to compete with Tescos 99. If they hadn't, then I for one would never have bothered to fill up at a Shell garage again. As it is I think Tescos 99 is cheaper, so that is my preferred choice, all things being equal performance wise.
I haven't noticed any difference between Tescos 99 & V Power.
They are both excellent fuels & after all are both 99. Shell had to bring out something to compete with Tescos 99. If they hadn't, then I for one would never have bothered to fill up at a Shell garage again. As it is I think Tescos 99 is cheaper, so that is my preferred choice, all things being equal performance wise.
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Tesco's are (or were) running a 5p off a litre scheme if you spend over £50 in store. I've had a couple of vouchers now, and I've yet to find a pump that dispenses the mythical Tesco's 99 Juice. It is also fun finding a Tesco with a petrol station attached - the store I use doesn't so it's a few miles drive to one that does! Last time it was so busy I just had to go to the first available pump, so she's running on 97 RON super at the moment. However, with 5p off a litre, that was still cheaper than going to a nearer petrol station and filling up with say ordinary unleaded. If you shop at Tesco, then that extra crate of beer could save you some at the pump! Cheers R.
Arctic Silver '99 Z3 1.9 & Black '59 Frogeye 1275cc
Ah maybe it's spread more north now, just that when it was released it was only available at selected stores in the south. I've certainly never seen it near to me.SpunkyM wrote:Nah, it's definitely up here in Yorkshire (Tesco Superstore, Seacroft, Leeds)Tesco 99RON is only available in the South unfortunately.
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Here's a list of all the Tesco stores that have the 99 Octane Super Unleaded. It is supplied by a company called Geenergy. It appears my nearest is either Crewe or Wigan!
Arctic Silver '99 Z3 1.9 & Black '59 Frogeye 1275cc
Where are you based Mr T, I live in Chester which is between Crewe and Wigan and they have 99 Octane.Robert T wrote:Here's a list of all the Tesco stores that have the 99 Octane Super Unleaded. It is supplied by a company called Geenergy. It appears my nearest is either Crewe or Wigan!
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My 2.8 is running very nicely at present. Seems quite torquey, and pulls very smoothly at the moment I wondered if this was down to the V Power fuel i put in, or the cooler conditions.
Whatever the reason im very happy with how its running.
Oh, and the recent re map i had done on it has made a nice difference too
Whatever the reason im very happy with how its running.
Oh, and the recent re map i had done on it has made a nice difference too
The one opposite the Asda?paulg wrote:I went in fill up at BP (Southgate, N London) and pulled up by the ultimate pump to realise that it was ultimate 102, needs a PIN, and costs £2.42 a litre! Promptly moved to the ordinary ultimate pump.
It's only available at very few sites, and is aimed at track day cars, tuned cars, etc.
The cool air or V power ?
I've noticed my ///M seems to be going very well lately.
I seem to be getting that extra bit of shove in the back you speak of Spunky.
The hesitation that can sometimes occurr for a second or two just after putting one's foot down, seems absent. Perhaps the EMU is able to advance the timing further, as I know pinking is less likely to occurr with the seasonally cooler air, or maybe it's because the cooler air is denser. Either way, it really seems like it's on song. I think maybe I'll revert to Tescos 99 at the next fill up to see if any adverse effect. That way I'll know if the extra bit of shove is down to the V power.
I seem to be getting that extra bit of shove in the back you speak of Spunky.
The hesitation that can sometimes occurr for a second or two just after putting one's foot down, seems absent. Perhaps the EMU is able to advance the timing further, as I know pinking is less likely to occurr with the seasonally cooler air, or maybe it's because the cooler air is denser. Either way, it really seems like it's on song. I think maybe I'll revert to Tescos 99 at the next fill up to see if any adverse effect. That way I'll know if the extra bit of shove is down to the V power.
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