Texx
Super Moderator
Has my car finally run in???
I was driving back last night from work to the GF's house through some country lanes. As I was taking a corner in second gear the car just opened up and went like bat out of hell!!! It was so much fun and so axilerating. It put back that smile and I mean I had a massive smile. When i picked misses up from work she said why you smiling so much what you brought lol!!! Told her and she was over joyed that now she dont have to sell her corsa hahah (yet!!)
I dont look at the car in a great way but the thrill it gave me has put the car back in my good books for now!!
These engines don't really require any run in period. Straight out of the packet, as long as the engine is up to temperature your good to go.
We have had problems with the ETCS (electronic throttle control system), but as far as I'm aware, only with the R18. You need to remember, its the ECM that decides how much throttle the engine gets, your foot only plays a small part.
Have you tried driving with the VSA switched off (it only works upto 60mph anyway)?
Did you notice any difference in performance?