Cesils progress

[nw942]

Would an oil analysis also be useful in judging whether there are any looming problems with the bottom end bearings or gasket?

[pops]

One thing is guaranteed, it isn't having £3k plus being spent on painting.

Engine wise, there's a lot of thought gone into this and eventually we all end up jumping different directions.

[plumber vic]

What,s built in BMW factory got to be better than on workshop bench
leave well alone Brian

[plumber vic]

As someone who has just refreshed a CSL I would advise that you don't go for a Rolls Royce paint job if you plan to use the car. I considered that option but knew if I went forward with it I'd never drive the car and sweat every stone chip. Better to set it 'good enough' and use the car.

On another subject. I've said it once and I'll say it again. Changing a headgasket by way of preventive maintenance is madness. By all means have compression / leak down tests performed to check its integrity but performing open heart surgery on your engine for no good reason other than to give a warm fuzzy feeling is asking for trouble IMO. Engines don't like to be opened up, so much can go wrong. If it ain't broke don't fix it.

:thumbs::thumbs::thumbs::thumbs:

[GregorFuk]

As someone who has just refreshed a CSL I would advise that you don't go for a Rolls Royce paint job if you plan to use the car. I considered that option but knew if I went forward with it I'd never drive the car and sweat every stone chip. Better to set it 'good enough' and use the car.

On another subject. I've said it once and I'll say it again. Changing a headgasket by way of preventive maintenance is madness. By all means have compression / leak down tests performed to check its integrity but performing open heart surgery on your engine for no good reason other than to give a warm fuzzy feeling is asking for trouble IMO. Engines don't like to be opened up, so much can go wrong. If it ain't broke don't fix it.

[a_Y]

£3400 is madness.

I use mine exclusively on track.....

now at simpsons getting subframe done + intrax 1k2 fitted + wheel referred to a metallic dark red colour+ roof relacquer. don't think I'll be bothering to re-do the seals and all that. Thing is my front bumper has been re-painted twice in the past year...... all by Simpsons.

I don't see how you can prevent the front end from getting chipped up. well, for me, the annual front end refresh (+maybe headlight covers) will be mandatory.. Luckily simpsons matches the paint well.

I'll remind them i want to coax more front camber...

Which kit did you go with for the subframe?

[pops]

Will give Simpsons a call when the time comes.

All advice appreciated. Not to many paint places in Derby that come with good recommendations.

The only thing that surprised me about Chartwells price is that it wasn't more expensive!

[khooni]

£3400 is madness.

I use mine exclusively on track.....

now at simpsons getting subframe done + intrax 1k2 fitted + wheel referred to a metallic dark red colour+ roof relacquer. don't think I'll be bothering to re-do the seals and all that. Thing is my front bumper has been re-painted twice in the past year...... all by Simpsons.

I don't see how you can prevent the front end from getting chipped up. well, for me, the annual front end refresh (+maybe headlight covers) will be mandatory.. Luckily simpsons matches the paint well.

I'll remind them i want to coax more front camber...

[mattCSLnut]

All accepted as in good faith Matt.

The reason for putting this thread together was to get others ideas and experiences on bits. We all seem to have the same things done or needing doing and if it gets suggestions going then it's working :thumbs:

:thumbs: I say it as I see it and always mean it in good faith mate. :beer:
BTW the only time I would consider this Venture-shield film paint protection would be on the entire CF roof as they are quite exposed and get a beating from the elements.

[mattCSLnut]

+1 :thumbs:

Simpson do a great job at half the price and match the A08 paint perfectly :smokin:

While I've not used Simpsons my self I have seen their Cecil paint refreshes work and it was spot On :thumbs:
Even my local OPC can do a very decent front end refresh for under £2K.

[pops]

+1 :thumbs:

Simpson do a great job at half the price and match the A08 paint perfectly :smokin:

Ta :thumbs:

[pops]

While I agree it's important to look after our Cecils properly (I've done my fair share :smokin: ) spending £3400 on front end paint is complete madness :119: IMHO, even if you're going to wrap it in cotton wool and never use it again
The fact is, no matter how much you spend on front end refresh it's going to get chipped almost imediately, there is no getting away with it with the amount of crap on our roads and all these stick on paint protection solutions always look "stuck on".
All meant as MHO

All accepted as in good faith Matt.

The reason for putting this thread together was to get others ideas and experiences on bits. We all seem to have the same things done or needing doing and if it gets suggestions going then it's working :thumbs:

[glendog74]

While I agree it's important to look after our Cecils properly (I've done my fair share :smokin: ) spending £3400 on front end paint is complete madness :119: IMHO, even if you're going to wrap it in cotton wool and never use it again
The fact is, no matter how much you spend on front end refresh it's going to get chipped almost imediately, there is no getting away with it with the amount of crap on our roads and all these stick on paint protection always look "stuck on".
All meant as MHO

+1 :thumbs:

Simpson do a great job at half the price and match the A08 paint perfectly :smokin:

[mattCSLnut]

While I agree it's important to look after our Cecils properly (I've done my fair share :smokin: ) spending £3400 on front end paint is complete madness :119: IMHO, even if you're going to wrap it in cotton wool and never use it again
The fact is, no matter how much you spend on front end refresh it's going to get chipped almost imediately, there is no getting away with it with the amount of crap on our roads and all these stick on paint protection solutions always look "stuck on".
All meant as MHO

[cslsuperfan]

I suppose the advantage of a Cesil is that losing on them is unlikely.

With the GP I lost a packet but it was done exactly as wanted as it was never going to be sold, was going to be my last car! Then along came the Golden Goose from Aviva and along came Cesil :thumbs:

If it appears I'm starting to flap about the spending on it, I'm not, just trying to be sensible for possibly the first time in my life :whistle:. That bit might not last long though.

Agree totally about the expense. As you experienced with the GP, if you're going to do it, do it right and on cesil that means lots of cash.