In 27 October 2009, I blogged about "I CUT ALREADY!" ie. Switched to P1-WIMAX. Guess what?
~I SUDAH MENYESAL (REGRET)...
The P1-WIMAX apparently is WORSE THAN STREAMYX! Why? Read on...
1) Not stable connection / Koneksi tak stabil (CRAWLING 7/10 occasions, FAST connection possible only after 1am)
2) Cloudy/heavy rain = SUPER SLOW CONNECTION. Ala. ASTRO.
3) Sometimes, it EVEN STOPPED Receiving PACKET DATA out of a sudden.
4) At RM100 it's EXPENSIVE...
Oh! Forgotten to mention my area... I'm in Section 17, Petaling Jaya. OLD 1960s Bungalow house... Surrounded by thousands of UTAR/UM students renting 2km RADIUS within my House (seen them around waiting for UM/UTAR Pick-up Buses near my house). Is this the REASON why BOTH STREAMYX and P1-Wimax = Below Par service... Ie. Heavy traffic...
Today, I just realised why my TM STREAMYX always "DSL Blinking" and LAN cannot detect... It's because my Aztech ADSL Modem gone Cuckoo after a heavy thunderstorm (occurred around 3 weeks ago). Borrowed my friend's ADSL modem and the Streamyx WORKED PERFECTLY and MORE STABLE THAN P1-WIMAX. Thank God I haven't REALLY CUT the Streamyx YET though it's only 512Kbps connection, RM66 w/o modem VS RM100 monthly for P1-WIMAX...
What can I do... "NASI SUDAH JADI BUBUR!". Adding salt to its wound, I signed up 2 yrs contract to entitle the FREE MODEM. Can someone tell me what should I do in this situation?
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Monday, November 30, 2009
MOST RECKLESS cars Count by Make/model (2nd half Nov 09) + HALL OF SHAME
Hi folks, Here's my research on MOST RECKLESS cars count by Make/model (2nd half Nov) + Hall of shame.
MODE: HIGHWAY (Mostly NKVE/LDP) DRIVING. Here's my RESULTS:
Make/Model....................Nov 2nd 1/2 (Units)
1) Proton Wira Family*........66
2) Perodua MYVI...............60
3) Toyota VIOS................53
4) Proton Saga/Iswara.........36
5) Toyota Camry...............35
6) TAXI.......................30
7) Proton Waja................28
8) Honda City.................27
9) Persona/Gen-2..............23
10) Proton Saga BLM...........22
11) Nissan Sentra.............20
12) Honda Civic...............19
13) Corolla/Altis.............19
14) Perodua Kelisa............18
15) Toyota Avanza/Innova......17
16) Naza/Kia..................17
17) BMW 3-series..............16
18) Perodua Kancil............16
19) Toyota Estima.............16
20) Nissan Vanette............15
21) Honda Accord..............14
22) BMW 5-series..............13
23) Mercedes C-class/CLK......12
24) Toyota HILUX..............11
25) Mercedes S-class/SL........8
26) Mercedes E-class...........8
27) Toyota Alphard.............8
28) Volvo (General)............7
29) Hyundai (General)..........6
30) Perodua Kenari.............5
Without further ado, let's proceed to Hall of Shame...
1) WHX 2999 - Alfa 156 Selespeed Maroon, Seremban Highway, Km29.9 on 22/11/09 at 2.27pm.
Offences: i) Speed up to 170km/h on 110km/h zone, ii) tailgating, iii) zigzagging.
2) WRX 8684 - MYVI White on 22/11/09 along ELITE Highway till before Seafield toll. "P" (PEST) driver.
Offences: 1) Speeding up to 160km/h, 2) Tailgating, 3) Flashing, 4) Zigzagging.
3) WKE 963 - Volvo S40 on 24/11/09 in Damansara Jaya main road on 10.16am. Offences:
1) Speeding in residential roads (up to 100km/h on 50km/h zone), 2) Zigzagging.
4) WNS 2606 - Toyota Wish LEXUS (badge) on 25/11/09 along Kajang/Cheras Highway KL bound at 5.20pm. Offences:
1) Tailgating, 2) Speeding, 3) Zigzagging.
5) BGC 555 - Mitsubishi Airtrek Turbo on 21/11/09 along KESAS at 10.20am. 1) Zigzagging, 2) Speeding up to 160km/h, 3) Tailgating.
MODE: HIGHWAY (Mostly NKVE/LDP) DRIVING. Here's my RESULTS:
Make/Model....................Nov 2nd 1/2 (Units)
1) Proton Wira Family*........66
2) Perodua MYVI...............60
3) Toyota VIOS................53
4) Proton Saga/Iswara.........36
5) Toyota Camry...............35
6) TAXI.......................30
7) Proton Waja................28
8) Honda City.................27
9) Persona/Gen-2..............23
10) Proton Saga BLM...........22
11) Nissan Sentra.............20
12) Honda Civic...............19
13) Corolla/Altis.............19
14) Perodua Kelisa............18
15) Toyota Avanza/Innova......17
16) Naza/Kia..................17
17) BMW 3-series..............16
18) Perodua Kancil............16
19) Toyota Estima.............16
20) Nissan Vanette............15
21) Honda Accord..............14
22) BMW 5-series..............13
23) Mercedes C-class/CLK......12
24) Toyota HILUX..............11
25) Mercedes S-class/SL........8
26) Mercedes E-class...........8
27) Toyota Alphard.............8
28) Volvo (General)............7
29) Hyundai (General)..........6
30) Perodua Kenari.............5
Without further ado, let's proceed to Hall of Shame...
1) WHX 2999 - Alfa 156 Selespeed Maroon, Seremban Highway, Km29.9 on 22/11/09 at 2.27pm.
Offences: i) Speed up to 170km/h on 110km/h zone, ii) tailgating, iii) zigzagging.
2) WRX 8684 - MYVI White on 22/11/09 along ELITE Highway till before Seafield toll. "P" (PEST) driver.
Offences: 1) Speeding up to 160km/h, 2) Tailgating, 3) Flashing, 4) Zigzagging.
3) WKE 963 - Volvo S40 on 24/11/09 in Damansara Jaya main road on 10.16am. Offences:
1) Speeding in residential roads (up to 100km/h on 50km/h zone), 2) Zigzagging.
4) WNS 2606 - Toyota Wish LEXUS (badge) on 25/11/09 along Kajang/Cheras Highway KL bound at 5.20pm. Offences:
1) Tailgating, 2) Speeding, 3) Zigzagging.
5) BGC 555 - Mitsubishi Airtrek Turbo on 21/11/09 along KESAS at 10.20am. 1) Zigzagging, 2) Speeding up to 160km/h, 3) Tailgating.
FOOD Review 1: KFC's NEW "PROTOTYPE" Menu... Check it out...
Last week, I managed to taste 1 of the 4 "PROTOTYPE" Products of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC). The Cashier told me that these 4 products are only available for a LIMITED PERIOD of time only in:
1) KFC PUSAT BANDAR DAMANSARA (Picture below)
2) KFC Wangsa Maju.
What are the products?
There are "FLAVA ROAST BBQ Chicken Wings", FLAVA ROAST Grilled Chicken Burger, FLAVA ROAST Grilled Chicken Steak... Here are some pictures...
Above: This is what I ordered...
ENJOY...
An original Jeff's Production. My Original work...
1) KFC PUSAT BANDAR DAMANSARA (Picture below)
2) KFC Wangsa Maju.
What are the products?
There are "FLAVA ROAST BBQ Chicken Wings", FLAVA ROAST Grilled Chicken Burger, FLAVA ROAST Grilled Chicken Steak... Here are some pictures...
Above: This is what I ordered...
ENJOY...
An original Jeff's Production. My Original work...
Longtermer #1, Update 17, Nov 09: Ford Telstar Ghia 16v (A)
Longtermer #1, Update 17, Nov 09: Ford Telstar Ghia 16v
In this blog entry, I am updating my Ford Telstar i4 Ghia. This is the 17th update.
What's up in the month of November?
The BEST/WORST Fuel consumption is NOT recorded for this month as I have only 1 Recording done for this month.
As I am typing this, the Telstar only done 148,388km. Previous month, it's 148,148km. It covers >300km per month. Why is it so? It’s because my DAD is OVERSEA (traveling between China, Hong Kong and Vietnam) since October 24 till now… This means that I GET TO DRIVE HIS CIVIC FD2 2.0IVTEC. I drove his Civic ALMOST EVERYDAY. To Seremban in 3rd week of this month and Putrajaya (4 days and 3 night convention, ended yesterday).
Alright, back to the Ford Telstar, I only drive this car around Petaling Jaya, furthest Putrajaya (1 round). Every week, I fetched my BITCH Xiao Pai (a Cross-Spitz) to the Vet Clinic to clean her wound since October. She got bitten by Snake (at her back, see photo below).
Apparently, her wound got WORSE due to Rainy season. Maggots began to form. Today, ALL maggots DIED and removed, wound cleaned with IODINE and ANTI-Maggot spray.
As you can see from the pictures below, she enjoyed the ride.
Today, she even learned how to SIT properly in the car AND REFUSED TO GET OUT OF THE TELSTAR. Prior to today, she stood on the sit (balancing as the car turns), looking out of window most of the time. Here’s more pictures of Xiao Pai…
Again, Back to the TELSTAR, last month, I reported the Front tyres balding… I still haven’t changed the tyres. Instead I “OVERINFLATED” the tyres all 4 of them to 38psi. Why?
It’s because the Centre part of the front tyres still got 50% thread. Anyway, the Ride and handling is more balanced. Without further ado, let’s proceed to Logbook…
LOGBOOK:
Year of manufactured: December 1998 (registered January 1999)
Purchase price: RM42,000 (Aug 2005)
Current value: RM13,000 (As at August 2009)
Depreciation per year (averaged): RM10500
Mileage last month: 148,148km
Mileage now: 148,388km
Fuel consumption (so far):
BEST: 10km/l (25 August 2009)
WORST: 5.9km/l (September 14, 2009) => 100% City driving
THIS MONTH (November):
BEST AND WORST NOT RECORDED… Only 2 fill ups, 1 is by Someone else (who borrowed my car) and the other one: RM50 (27.778L) = 250km, RON95 Shell. This means, it recorded 9km/L. This is one of the best achievements for the Telstar.
0-100km/h: 10.4 secs (27/9/2009). Previous run 10.8 secs (25 Aug 2009).
TODAY, As at 29 November,
Expenses (this month)
1) Fuel expenses (RM150)
2) Parking and tolls charges...
Before I go, here's a parting shot above.
End of Update, thanks for having the patience to read it... Next Update: December 29 2009.
AN ORIGINAL JEFF LIM PRODUCTION (My original work)
In this blog entry, I am updating my Ford Telstar i4 Ghia. This is the 17th update.
What's up in the month of November?
The BEST/WORST Fuel consumption is NOT recorded for this month as I have only 1 Recording done for this month.
As I am typing this, the Telstar only done 148,388km. Previous month, it's 148,148km. It covers >300km per month. Why is it so? It’s because my DAD is OVERSEA (traveling between China, Hong Kong and Vietnam) since October 24 till now… This means that I GET TO DRIVE HIS CIVIC FD2 2.0IVTEC. I drove his Civic ALMOST EVERYDAY. To Seremban in 3rd week of this month and Putrajaya (4 days and 3 night convention, ended yesterday).
Alright, back to the Ford Telstar, I only drive this car around Petaling Jaya, furthest Putrajaya (1 round). Every week, I fetched my BITCH Xiao Pai (a Cross-Spitz) to the Vet Clinic to clean her wound since October. She got bitten by Snake (at her back, see photo below).
Apparently, her wound got WORSE due to Rainy season. Maggots began to form. Today, ALL maggots DIED and removed, wound cleaned with IODINE and ANTI-Maggot spray.
As you can see from the pictures below, she enjoyed the ride.
Today, she even learned how to SIT properly in the car AND REFUSED TO GET OUT OF THE TELSTAR. Prior to today, she stood on the sit (balancing as the car turns), looking out of window most of the time. Here’s more pictures of Xiao Pai…
Again, Back to the TELSTAR, last month, I reported the Front tyres balding… I still haven’t changed the tyres. Instead I “OVERINFLATED” the tyres all 4 of them to 38psi. Why?
It’s because the Centre part of the front tyres still got 50% thread. Anyway, the Ride and handling is more balanced. Without further ado, let’s proceed to Logbook…
LOGBOOK:
Year of manufactured: December 1998 (registered January 1999)
Purchase price: RM42,000 (Aug 2005)
Current value: RM13,000 (As at August 2009)
Depreciation per year (averaged): RM10500
Mileage last month: 148,148km
Mileage now: 148,388km
Fuel consumption (so far):
BEST: 10km/l (25 August 2009)
WORST: 5.9km/l (September 14, 2009) => 100% City driving
THIS MONTH (November):
BEST AND WORST NOT RECORDED… Only 2 fill ups, 1 is by Someone else (who borrowed my car) and the other one: RM50 (27.778L) = 250km, RON95 Shell. This means, it recorded 9km/L. This is one of the best achievements for the Telstar.
0-100km/h: 10.4 secs (27/9/2009). Previous run 10.8 secs (25 Aug 2009).
TODAY, As at 29 November,
Expenses (this month)
1) Fuel expenses (RM150)
2) Parking and tolls charges...
Before I go, here's a parting shot above.
End of Update, thanks for having the patience to read it... Next Update: December 29 2009.
AN ORIGINAL JEFF LIM PRODUCTION (My original work)
RON95 vs RON97
RON95 does not work on my car, it can only do 10km/liter. RON97 gets it going 13km/liter, and the engine runs smoother & is more powerful. I'm back to RON97!
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Friday, November 27, 2009
Modified Toyota Aygo Crazy
Modified Toyota Aygo Crazy
The Modified Toyota Aygo Crazy however is something else entirely. It is, in fact, almost exactly the opposite of the standard car. This special is heavily modified (aside from what you can see). Rather than rear seats, the engine has been positioned into the mid-point of the vehicle, giving you a rather odd (but useful) shelf. More importantly, putting the engine there really allows you to feel and hear everything that’s going on. This is good. What’s better is the engine itself.
The Modified Toyota Aygo Crazy is powered by a 1.8 litre VVT-i turbocharged engine, meaning that it should be very happy to freely rev up and provide you with that power quite quickly. This is the same unit that powers the Celica and MR2, along with various Lotus vehicles. What about performance though when this unit is uprated to 200BHP?
modified peugeot 107
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Granted, this car is not for me. I don’t like it. However, I’d bet a few quid that plenty of people out there do. It is in a way a ‘real’ hot hatch. Something to make your girlfriend scream in – quite literally as it does three wheels around a corner. As a one off though, odd. You might even modified peugeot 107
modified peugeot 107 korea
modified peugeot 107 korea
Allons enfants de la Patrie,
Le jour de gloire est arrive !
Contre nous de la tyrannie,
L'etendard sanglant est leve
Thursday, November 26, 2009
new model of peugeot 5008
new model of peugeot 5008 is well underway. The French automaker is up to date with releasing all kinds of new and improved models every where, and this year is no different.
The latest release from Peugeot is the 5008 model which is a seven seater MPV. The 5008 measures in at 4.53 meters long and 1.64 meteres high. The car will have a larger than life windshield, a new panoramic glass roof and a total boot volume of 2506 litres.
elegant peugeot 5008 in 2010
elegant peugeot 5008 in 2010
As a result, the elegant peugeot 5008 in 2010 aims to set new benchmarks in the market for compact people carriers.
This compact five to seven seater people carrier stands out with its balanced and particularly distinctive profile.
The large glazed surface area seems to encircle the entire car without any interruption. This provides a bright and pleasant passenger compartment ambience for the benefit of all the occupants, not least the rear passengers who also receive the full benefit of the extra light provided by the large panoramic glass roof.
The impression created by the car’s rear aspect is one of purity, robustness and status. The design of the tailgate hints at easy access to the boot, an essential quality for a family car.This new style is based on an original interpretation of a compact people carrier, where a dynamic exterior styling combines harmoniously with a large interior capacity.
The driver’s seat of the elegant peugeot 5008 in 2010 is undeniably original and innovative in the world of the people carrier. The raised driving position typical of this segment gives the driver excellent visibility and a real feeling of safety.
Equipped with a number of avant-garde technologies such as a head-up display, and featuring high-quality, luxurious materials, the design of the driver’s seat supports the theme of innovative and driving pleasure present in every detail of the 5008.
New Peugeot 5008 Black
The modularity of the Peugeot 5008 Black is of the highest order within its segment. The second row comprises three seats of equal width, which can be folded individually into the passenger compartment floor to form a perfectly flat surface aligned with the rear loading sill. This advanced modularity is also in evidence in the third row, where the two full size seats fold individually into the rear floor. The interior of the 5008 therefore offers multiple possibilities in terms of layout, enabling it to meet the needs of all occupants in real style.
New Peugeot 107 silver
New Peugeot 107 silver is set to turn a few heads when it is launched in the UK in july. Available at £6995 on the road for the Urban three door and £7345 for the five door, and with a host of standard equipment, the new 107 is sure to appeal to discerning young drivers seeking value for money and that crucial wow factor.
New Peugeot 107 silver range has been kept simple to allow the car’s own unique character to shine through. The 107 Urban comes equipped with a 1.0 litre, 3 cylinder petrol engine and a 5 speed manual gearbox. A 2-tronic, controlled manual gearbox is available as a £500 option. The most bewildering choice facing the buyer will be which of the eight fabulous colours best reflect their own personality.
Design Peugeot 5008 in 2010
later in the year 2010 peugeot new product offering is a 5008 peugeot black, white, red and so on.ability to more quickly and reliable in comparing the old peugeot
With the 5008, Peugeot has created a new interpretation of the compact people carrier. This new model combines all the manufacturer’s key values but also builds further on the benefits expected by customers in this segment without any adverse effect on the vehicle’s road holding. The 5008 also introduces a range of cutting edge technologies to further enhance comfort, convenience and driving safety. As a result, the 5008 aims to set new benchmarks in the market for compact people carriers.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Black Panther Tattoo ideal
Black Panther Tattoo ideal
Are you a creative and skilled tattoo artist or designer? Are you proud of your Black Panther Tattoo ideal? We will present the pictures of your black panther tattoos for free with your name or the name of your company.
Are you a happy customer or enthusiast of Black Panther Tattoo ideal? Are you proud to display your tattoos? You can show them to thousands or even millions of people by sending a picture to us. Please include the artist’s name if you know it.
Panther Tattoo Designs as Cover-Ups
Panther Tattoo Designs as Cover-Ups
Because of the large amount of black ink used in a panther tattoo design, they are commonly chosen to cover an old, unwanted tattoo. And are ideal for this purpose.
You can occasionally see panther heads alone which can cover up smaller tattoos, while the climbing panther tattoo designs are ideal for covering lengthy, vertical or horizontal tattoos. Or grouping a series of smaller tattoos into one bold image.
It is popular to put panther tattoos within a natural habitat - in the jungle or often next to or in a waterfall. The natural habitat of the panther is dense tropical rainforest in South East Asia. The use of nature and water in panther tattoo designs emphasises the wild beauty of the image, and this characteristic in the wearer.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Panther Tattoo Designs
Panther Tattoo Designs
Panther Tattoo Designs is tattoo beutiful for body full.
Panther Tattoo Designs are magical, with their sleek lines, dark forms and eyes that glow they are a great tattoo to have. Combine you panther tattoo with other things for a truly unique piece of art. Fire, Snakes, other cats and swords all make great panther tattoos. Or you can change the design to have panther tribal tattoos or just black panther tattoos with a hint of colour for drama - the choice is yours.
nissan land glider
nissan land glider
The Land Glider is very ultra light, and ultra thin. In fact, it looks like it could take up only half a normal lane. Of course what really makes the Nissan Land Glider awesome looking is that it leans when it turns.
Yes, it leans. In short, Nissan realized that motorcyles, with their cool leaning while they turn, could easily be used on cars. By the way, this Land Glider is totally electrical, and it is a Smart Car.
Speaking of Smart Cars, did you see last night’s episode of The Office, where Michael Scott does a comedy routine about smart cars. I suppose that most of these smart cars aren’t really smart, and that KITT from Knight Rider is the only Smart Car that we may never see.
Well, time will answer that question, but I’m under the belief that we will probably see the Land Glider sometime soon.
nissan land glider press
nissan land glider press
nissan land glider press is very good
As stated in a previous post, I really like the Nissan Land Glider. So, here are a few more pics of this concept car. Please make it a reality Nissan!
Peugeot 206 Technical Manual
Get it here: http://www.scribd.com/doc/18288666/11464902Peugeot206
The english translation is at http://www.peugeot206cc.co.uk/repair-206/
Monday, November 23, 2009
NEW Peugeot 308 VTi & THP Aluminium Sport Pedals
Update: 31 March 2010
Item SOLD OUT.
More good news!
Due to popular demand, I'm offering a new item for sale, Peugeot 308 VTi & THP(Turbo) Aluminium Sport Pedals at affordable price.
Price in eBay is up to USD70!
Instant saving, by up to 30%, by buying it here.
Best Price Guarantee.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
1x pair of NEW Peugeot 308 Aluminium Sport Pedals (Accelerator & Brake pedals).
DESCRIPTION
100% Compatible with Peugeot 308 . For 308VTi & 308THP(Turbo).
Also for use with Peugeot 207 and Peugeot 207cc.
This is a proper aluminium pedals for Peugeot 308.
This is different from Peugeot 206 aluminium sport pedals.
Great for upgrading your 308 overall appearances.
Brand new in box.
Excellent quality, made from Solid Brushed Aluminum with non-slip rubber inserts.Peugeot Logo and lettering engraved into the pedal (not just a sticker).
Easy to install, simple drilling might be required (only for the accelerator pedals). Could be done DIY or at any car accessories shop (e.g. Brother's).All fixings supplied (nuts, bolts and screws).
PRICE
RM170 only (nett).
** Stock is limited. Buy now to avoid disappointment **
DELIVERY
Price is inclusive of PosLaju delivery charges.
Sabah & Sarawak add just RM5 extra.
Accept no return or responsible for damage or losses by PosLaju. Proof of delivery is available upon request. Delivery after receiving full payment.
PAYMENT
Full amount bank-in into my bank account (Maybank or CIMB) before item delivery.
For inquiries & order, call/sms Inter 019-6557789.
Thank you very much for looking at my advert. I do my best to provide high-quality service and I am convinced you will not be disappointed.
NEW Peugeot 206 207 308 Aluminium Footrest Pedal
Update: 20 April 2010
Item SOLD OUT & is no longer in stock.
More good news!
Due to popular demand, I'm offering a new item for sale, Aluminium Sport Footrest Pedal for Peugeot 206, 207 & 308 at affordable price.
_Price in eBay is up to USD64!
Instant saving, by up to 60%, by buying it here.
Best Price Guarantee.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
1x pair of NEW Aluminium Sport Footrest Pedal.
DESCRIPTION
100% Compatible with ALL Peugeot 206 , 207 & 308.
Great for upgrading your Peugeot overall appearances.
Brand NEW in box.
Excellent quality, made from Solid Brushed Aluminum with non-slip rubber inserts.
Peugeot lettering engraved into the pedal (not just a sticker).
Easy to install, simple drilling might be required (only for the accelerator pedals). Could be done DIY or at any car accessories shop (e.g. Brother's). All fixings supplied (nuts, bolts and screws).
PRICE
RM90 only (nett).
** Stock is limited. Buy now to avoid disappointment **
DELIVERY
Price is inclusive of PosLaju delivery charges.
Sabah & Sarawak add just RM5 extra.
Price is inclusive of PosLaju delivery charges.
Sabah & Sarawak add just RM5 extra.
Accept no return or responsible for damage or losses by PosLaju. Proof of delivery is available upon request. Delivery after receiving full payment.
PAYMENT
Full amount bank-in into my bank account (Maybank or CIMB) before item delivery.
Full amount bank-in into my bank account (Maybank or CIMB) before item delivery.
For inquiries & order, call/sms Inter 019-6557789.
Thank you very much for looking at my advert. I do my best to provide high-quality service and I am convinced you will not be disappointed.
panther tattoo sexy girl
panther tattoo sexy girl are not as common as they used to be, but when you see one, you know it has been carefully selected. The panther tattoo sexy girl is a complex animal, being a member of two different families, the leopard and the puma. They are predators by nature, and in some parts of the world, such as China and parts of Africa, they are considered extremely dangerous.
The strongest symbolisms behind the panther and panther tattoo sexy girl include courage, strength, and personal leadership---so there is a lot to say for someone who wears a panther tattoo in the open. Sometimes animals are used to describe people and their personalities and characteristics. For example, the lion has always been a way to describe a brave man. Another example is the panther as a means to describe a beautiful and courageous woman. This is because panthers are gentle and loving with their children, yet ferocious and risky in her ways of defending her family.
In the mystical, superstitious world, panthers are believed to have such sweet breath, that other animals and humans can smell it from far away. The attraction that this sweet breath causes makes panthers a represention for the breath of life.
panther tattoo sexy girl are usually found among those trying to make a statement. Leadership, strength, and power are the three biggest statements made by getting a tattoo of a black panther. Of course, there are those few that are still in love with the Pink Panther (the silly cartoon character from the 1960’s.) The difference in symbolisms behind the Pink Panther and realistic panther tattoo sexy girl is quite drastic.
YEAR END SALE - NEW Peugeot 206 Aluminium Sport Pedal - Manual - YES END SALE
This item is no longer available for sale.
UPDATE: Year End Sale!
Valid for purchase (i.e. payment received) between 21 December 2009 - 11 January 2010.
Discount RM10. Discounted price RM170.
Valid while stock last.
Hurry as stock is truly limited.
More good news!
Due to popular demand, I'm offering a new item for sale, Aluminium Sport Pedals for Peugeot 206 Manual at affordable price.
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Price in eBay is up to USD70!
Instant saving, by up to 30%, by buying it here.
Best Price Guarantee.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
1x pair of NEW Aluminium Sport Pedals (Accelerator, Brake & Clutch pedals) for Peugeot 206 with manual transmission.
DESCRIPTION
100% Compatible with Peugeot 206.
Great for upgrading your 206 overall appearances.
Brand new in box.
Excellent quality, made from Solid Brushed Aluminum with non-slip rubber inserts.
Peugeot Logo and lettering engraved into the pedal (not just a sticker).
Easy to install, simple drilling might be required (only for the accelerator pedals). Could be done DIY or at any car accessories shop (e.g. Brother's). All fixings supplied (nuts, bolts and screws).
PRICE
RM180 only (nett).
** Stock is limited. Buy now to avoid disappointment **
DELIVERY
Price is inclusive of PosLaju delivery charges.
Sabah & Sarawak add just RM5 extra.
Accept no return or responsible for damage or losses by PosLaju. Proof of delivery is available upon request. Delivery after receiving full payment.
PAYMENT
Full amount bank-in into my bank account (Maybank or CIMB) before item delivery.
For inquiries & order, call/sms Inter 019-6557789.
Thank you very much for looking at my advert. I do my best to provide high-quality service and I am convinced you will not be disappointed.
Nissan Land Glider white
Nissan Land Glider white
"The car exterior is soft and feels like a car body covered with special armor. This car is part of our expansion of zero emissions," said Nissan Nissan Project Design Director Takashi Nakajima.
Panther Tattoo Designs Girl
Panther Tattoo Designs Girl are very popular, but you can be sure that when you see a Panther Tattoo Designs Girl, it has been very carefully chosen for a reason. Because of their size, dramatic appearance and powerful impact, Panther Tattoo Designs Girl are often seen creeping their way up the body of the wearer - up an arm, a leg or a shoulder.
Panther Tattoo Designs Girl have historically been quite a masculine choice of tattoo, and are most common among men. But in recent years they are becoming more ad more popular among women as symbols of power and beauty combined, reflecting a powerful wild side in the wearer.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
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Peugeot’ unique electric car
Peugeot’s unique electric car
Peugeot’s unique electric car, the Moovie, was designed after the winner of the third Peugeot Design Contest’s entry., André Costa 2-seater electric concept car has been produced into an actual working model by the French automobile maker. The Moovie’s 2 large front wheels can rotate at different speeds to swivel 360 degrees. Its 2 huge round doors slide along the front side of the car to maximize space in narrow situations for an easier exit. Parallel parking should be a breeze with this baby!
FULL REVIEW: Nissan Bluebird 2.0SSS-G @ Altima
FULL REVIEW: Nissan Bluebird 2.0SSS-G @ Altima
In this blog entry, I’ll post about 1993-1997 Nissan Bluebird 2.0SSS-G.. By end-94’ its no longer called “Bluebird”, rather its name changed to “Nissan ALTIMA”. Leather seats, alloy rims added. The car’s on sale in Malaysia Locally assembled (CKD) by TAN CHONG in Segambut, Kuala Lumpur until End-1997. By then, it was replaced by Cefiro 2.0i V6.
It’s available in BOTH 5 speed manual and 4 speed Automatic and back in 1993, it was priced between RM90,000 to RM96,000 OTR. Today, as at November 2009, a used example is yours at the following prices:
Year: 1993........1994………..1995……..1996……..1997
Price(RM): 10/12k….12.8/13.8k…15/16k……17/18k…..20/21k
(Man/Auto)
Note: Averaged price between August to November 2009 as advertised in The Star Metro Classifieds and Motortrader (last 10 issues).
I STRONGLY RECOMMEND this car, a very WORTHY BUY especially at these prices. Truly BEST VALUE for money. Why? READ ON…
As usual, I don’t have a car to test drive and brag about it… All is not lost… I dished out a VERY WELL WRITTEN ARTICLE published by my ALL-TIME FAVOURITE MALAYSIAN MOTORING MAGAZINE: “HIGHWAY MALAYSIA”, July 1993 issue. Sadly, this Magazine became a victim of 1997 ASIAN ECONOMIC CRISIS, last issue being published in October 1998.
Without further ado, let’s proceed to this WELL WRITTEN ARTICLE by its editor, “UNCLE CHIPS P.S. YAP”.
NISSAN BLUEBIRD 2.0 SSS-G: “RETURN OF THE TRIPLE S”
“Unlike most new models, the new Nissan Bluebird 2.0SSS-G is one car that we have encountered twice before its official introduction in Malaysia. Regular readers will recall reading about the new Bluebird in our February 1992 issue, following the Nissan Organised preview for Asian journalists in Penang. After a 50km drive on the twisty Balik Pulau road, we came away impressed, expressing admiration for the new and higher standards and lauding Nissan for the bold new styling concept.
Then, in December last year, we again met the Bluebird during a tour in Nissan facilities in the USA, driving its American made cousin, the “ALTIMA” between Los Angeles and San Diego. The Nissan USA people were proud of the Altima because its body was designed by Americans at Nissan Design International (NDI) Studio in San Diego. It had also been selling remarkably well since being launched in August.
And the car still had not been launched in Malaysia, NOT until May 1993! (NOTE: 15 months after Asian Premiere).
GETTING USED TO THE MONOFORM:
The other helpful thing about the delay of the Bluebird is that people now see the styling as LESS RADICAL. When we 1st saw in Penang, we thought the monoform shape too unique and even the Tan Chong Motors people had some reservations about its acceptance by Malaysians.
But we believed that it would “grow on you in a year’s time”. And indeed, looking at the Bluebird now, it appears contemporary because we now have similar rounded, wide-bodied shape in the Honda Civic (EG), Toyota Corolla (SEG), Mazda 626 and Ford Telstar – all of which came AFTER the Bluebird appeared in Japan, by the way.
So the people at NDI deserve a pat on the back for their belief that the styling trend would go in such a direction.
NDI’s proposal was chosen after a competition between Nissan’s stylists in Japan and NDI’s All-American team. The proposal by the Japanese stylists was thought to be ‘Uninspiring for the 1990s’ whereas NDI’s fresh, non-linear approach was bold – a genuine mould breaker - and just the thing to take the Bluebird away from the Conservative image it had acquired over the past decade, its rather insipid name notwithstanding.
The American way gives the occasional ‘great leap forward’, as evident in the Bluebird, but the Japanese one produces fewer mistakes. So what was eventually done was to use the NDI proposal and have the major engineering part be done by Japanese at the Nissan Technical Centre – a prime example of Cross-Pacific collaboration which, at times was done real-time by satellite.
Surprisingly, what seems to be like a very aerodynamic form yields a Cd of only 0.35. But this can be brought down with optional Rear spoiler to 0.34 for RM800 extra.
LARGER AND MORE POWERFUL:
The new Bluebird (the 9th generation of the model line which started in the mid-1950s) is longer than its predecessor by 65mm but almost the same width. It’s wheelbase of 2620mm is 70mm more than before and it is 30mm taller. The kerb weight has also gone up by slightly more than 100kgs in-spite of using lighter materials in many areas.
Only 1 engine is now available for the New Bluebird, partly because the 1.8L version of the previous generation didn’t sell too well and also because the Distributor wanted the “SSS-G” specification which is used only for the sporty versions of the Bluebird.
As many readers may remember. The Datsun 1600 SSS (or triple-S) was a 1970s saloon slanted towards performance in the same vein as the BMW 2002. The Ford TX3 didn’t exist then and if you wanted something muscular for street use, the SSS was it.
The last Bluebird SSS sold here was the last of the rear-wheel-drives (RWD) introduced in 1981. It had a twin-carb 1800cc engine and was loaded with goodies. Subsequently, the model specifications were toned down and the car was marketed more as a comfortable executive sedan.
Now the “SSS” badge returns and the new Bluebird is powered by a variant of the sophisticated SR engine series, the SR20DE. This DOHC 16valve engine is related to that used in the Nissan Pulsar GTI-R and produces 106.6kw @ 6400rpm with 178.4Nm torque @ 4800rpm.
Notable features of the engine include a long, large-diameter intake manifold, ‘aerodynamic’ ports that accelerate mixture flow at medium-low speeds, an aluminium oil pan and the use of Y-shaped rocker arms that reduce valve system inertia and help enhance intake efficiency.
The engine management system, known as Electronic Concentrated-engine Control System (ECCS), uses a 16-bit microprocessor to maintain the engine’s functions at peak efficiency. ECCS also controls the fully sequential fuel injection system to squirt a precise amount of petrol into each cylinder according to its own intake timing.
The engine has Chain-drive for the camshafts, not a Timing belt drive as used in many engines to reduce chain noise. According to Nissan Engineer, chain drives are becoming popular among Japanese manufacturers as it has been found that belts snap too easily.
The chain used in the engine is a single-roller chain that is light, durable and only marginally noisier than a belt. It has a semi-hydraulic half-ratchet chain tensioner to avoid clutter from the chain being loose and extend engine life. Like the Sentra, Cefiro, the Bluebird’s engine hooks up to a propriety diagnostic unit.
Both manual and automatic transmissions are available for the new Bluebird which, of course, has the driving wheels at the front. The lightweight 4-speed automatic transmission uses tandem servos to improve downshifting response.
HEIGHTENED DYNAMICS:
To meet to customers’ expectations of the “SSS” badge, the chassis and suspension have been developed for heightened dynamic performance. The front and rear suspension systems are mounted on sub-frames which reduce noise transmission while helping to increase compliance. Attaching the steering gear box to the subframe also help increase mounting rigidity.
The front suspension is ‘universal’ in arrangement, ie. MacPherson struts, coil springs and telescopic dampers. At the rear is the Super Toe Control (STC) Suspension, a passive form of rear-wheel-steering to neutralise the bad effects of forces exerted on the wheels. This also uses spring struts and employs 2 parallel links of uneven length to control toe angle. A more detailed explanation of the STC suspension is given BELOW: (double click to read it)
Disc brakes are fitted to all 4 wheels (ventilated in front), ABS is NOT INSTALLED though, as this is still a costly item. Standard wheels for the car are 6JJx14 pressed steel types which are shod with 195/65HR14 tyres. For RM1300, one can opt for the JRD 5-spoke alloy rims that are virtually identical to the original Nissan design. (see picture below. Picture also shows the optional rear spoiler RM800 extra which brings the Cd down to 0.34 (from Cd 0.35).
MORE RIGID, MORE SAFE:
Structurally, the new Bluebird is quite advanced as it uses 1-piece side body panels which have better rigidity. With computer analysis and simulations using Cray supercomputers, the engineers were able to increase torsional-rigidity by 40% and flexural rigidity by 10%. The overall feel of the car and its stability during lane changes is more secure with this increased rigidity. The car has large crushable zones at both ends which suppresses sectional deformity to protect the occupants from impact forces. There’s also protection from side-collisions by beams installed in the doors.
In dealing with noise and vibration, measures taken include using 2 hydraulic engine mounts that reduce low-frequency engine shake, smaller holes (for wiring and other linkages) between engine compartment and cabin, abolition of speedometer wire cable (an electronic speedometer is now used) and 3x front door sealing.
Given the modern methods of assembly and the use of galvanised steel for many panels, the Bluebird should last a long time. The car consists of more than 110 recyclable plastics and other rubber parts.
LUXURY SALOON AMBIENCE:
The longer wheelbase is fully exploited to create a cabin more spacious than the exterior suggests. There is efficient packaging and shows how well the interior designers adhered to “Neither TOO MUCH nor TOO LITTLE” theme. In fact, when the roominess inside is experienced, all thoughts of the unimpressive Cd will be banished!
Although this is a sport sedan, the interior does not reflect it and instead has the ambience of a luxury saloon. This not only comes from the classy wood panelling that stretches across the centre of the dashboard but also in the quality of the materials used.
For the driver, everything needed to drive the car safely, comfortably and enjoyably has been put within easy reach and view. The placement of the master switches for the power windows on an inclined panel is practical and makes operation easier.
The driving positions is adaptable to many different body shapes as there are 2 facilities for seat height adjustment and an adjustable steering column. Though the door pocket presses against the seat, it’s a good idea as it prevents making seat adjustments while driving.
The 2 door mirrors can be folded inwards by remote control, a feature which we thought unnecessary but later proved to be useful. Motorcyclists appreciate it if you fold the mirrors in when driving in a traffic jam allowing them to squeeze past without banging the mirrors!
The high roofline makes the rear part of the cabin more spacious. The seats too are generally proportioned and there’s a centre armrest. Seatbelts are provided for 3 persons, the centre ones being ‘lap-belt’.
But the mounting of the amplifier (a high-tech sound system available for RM3,600) under the front passenger’s seat does not seems to be a good idea. Rear passengers would put their shoe on it, we feel.
By using a space-saving resin fuel-tank design, not only can the Bluebird carry more fuel but there’s also better boot capacity of 395L.
ON THE ROAD:
Recollections of the old SSS, though vague, whetted our enthusiasm for testing the new Bluebird (our testcar comes with 5 speed manual gearbox) and we were not disappointed at all.
The 1st few runs (we normally do 10) for acceleration times were impressive as the car clocked low 9s with an average of 9.2 secs from 0-100km/h. With the air-conditioner on, the time only changed by 4/10ths of a second, a far cry from the days where the difference would be 1-2 seconds.
The Bluebird charges up to a high cruising speed very easily and it doesn’t take very long to reach the top speed of 195km/h, which we could only achieve in 4th gear at 6800rpm. Stability at that speed was excellent and inspired much confidence.
In the lower speed ranges, the ‘oomph’ available depends on which part of the torque curve the engine is at; up to about 3200rpm, the tractive power is moderate and would require a downshift from top for passing quickly. However, after 3200rpm, the torque generated is stronger and the car surges ahead very impressively. In driving dynamics, the new Bluebird is a paragon of balance and fine handling. It is also an entertaining car to drive on secondary roads while inherently good as a highway cruiser – roomy, fast and comfortable.
Torque steer is well suppressed and there’s unerring directional stability all the way to high limits. Crude or untidy cornering styles don’t upset the car as its roadholding keeps everything under control.
All our testers liked the car’s handling and found they could drive really hard without fear of anything untoward happening. Even when understeer was provoked, the car would ‘put up a hell of a fight’ (as 1 tester described it) before losing its grip. For most situations, lifting off will bring the car back into chosen line again.
No one on our test team could remember what the old SSS felt like though it probably had a good ride due to its independent rear suspension. The latest SSS also has an-independent rear end and as expected, it soaks up bumps effectively. The suspension is supple and yet not floaty in speed.
MUSCULAR SPORTS SEDAN:
Throughout our testing, there was this constant feeling that the new Bluebird is a REALLY GOOD CAR. Question was, what was it that made it feel that way?
After many hours of discussion, this was the sum-up; a very well-executed machine all round with qualities that a wide spectrum of drivers would appreciate.
At RM90,641 (OTR Incl. insurance, 5 speed manual), the new SSS quite obviously does not cater for the same sort of buyer as its predecessor did in the 1970s. But it might be perfect for someone who did own the original “triple-S” and who misses the pleasures of driving a muscular sports sedan. In his middle-age by now, he wound also wish for more comfort and more space, both of which the new Bluebird offers.”
SPECIFICATIONS: (double click to enlarge)
–END OF REVIEW-
NOTE: It took me THREE-AND-A-HALF HOURS to painstakingly TYPED word by word (10 pages!), Scanned and resized the image and post it in this OTOREVIEW Blog! You should thank me for it…
That’s all folks, thanks for having the time and patience to read this LONG ARTICLE. It actually ran up to 10 pages! Unlike today’s CAR MAGAZINE where Car reviews are BRIEF @ 3 page-per-car average (some are JUST SUMMARY!) and NON-technical.
Eg. Asian Auto, Torque, Auto International. Auto International USED to be DETAILED review – also 8 pages per “COVER Featured” car + FULL SPECIFICATIONS, but NOT ANYMORE! The magazine Contents are deteriorating since 2005. What happened Mr. Shahrizan Hussien? – FOUNDER & ‘OWNER’ OF THIS MAGAZINE).
MAN! HOW I MISSED the GOOD OLD “80-page Auto International” (Now reduced to a pathetic 60 page + cover) AND “THE LATE” HIGHWAY MALAYSIA. In my HUMBLE OPINION (IMHO), STILL THE BEST MALAYSIAN CAR MAGAZINE BY FAR. No CURRENT Malaysian car magazine can MATCH ‘HIGHWAY MALAYSIA’. KUDOS to the 2 editors of the magazine, UNCLE CHIPS YAP and UNCLE LEEPS LEE. Again, Sadly missed…
References:
1) Highway Malaysia July 1993 issue. Page 22 to 32 by Uncle Chips Yap.
2) Motortrader magazine (Last 10 issues). For used ‘Bluebird Altima’ pricings
3) The Star Metro Classifieds (Last 10 days). Latest being 21 November 2009 (Sat).
In this blog entry, I’ll post about 1993-1997 Nissan Bluebird 2.0SSS-G.. By end-94’ its no longer called “Bluebird”, rather its name changed to “Nissan ALTIMA”. Leather seats, alloy rims added. The car’s on sale in Malaysia Locally assembled (CKD) by TAN CHONG in Segambut, Kuala Lumpur until End-1997. By then, it was replaced by Cefiro 2.0i V6.
It’s available in BOTH 5 speed manual and 4 speed Automatic and back in 1993, it was priced between RM90,000 to RM96,000 OTR. Today, as at November 2009, a used example is yours at the following prices:
Year: 1993........1994………..1995……..1996……..1997
Price(RM): 10/12k….12.8/13.8k…15/16k……17/18k…..20/21k
(Man/Auto)
Note: Averaged price between August to November 2009 as advertised in The Star Metro Classifieds and Motortrader (last 10 issues).
I STRONGLY RECOMMEND this car, a very WORTHY BUY especially at these prices. Truly BEST VALUE for money. Why? READ ON…
As usual, I don’t have a car to test drive and brag about it… All is not lost… I dished out a VERY WELL WRITTEN ARTICLE published by my ALL-TIME FAVOURITE MALAYSIAN MOTORING MAGAZINE: “HIGHWAY MALAYSIA”, July 1993 issue. Sadly, this Magazine became a victim of 1997 ASIAN ECONOMIC CRISIS, last issue being published in October 1998.
Without further ado, let’s proceed to this WELL WRITTEN ARTICLE by its editor, “UNCLE CHIPS P.S. YAP”.
NISSAN BLUEBIRD 2.0 SSS-G: “RETURN OF THE TRIPLE S”
“Unlike most new models, the new Nissan Bluebird 2.0SSS-G is one car that we have encountered twice before its official introduction in Malaysia. Regular readers will recall reading about the new Bluebird in our February 1992 issue, following the Nissan Organised preview for Asian journalists in Penang. After a 50km drive on the twisty Balik Pulau road, we came away impressed, expressing admiration for the new and higher standards and lauding Nissan for the bold new styling concept.
Then, in December last year, we again met the Bluebird during a tour in Nissan facilities in the USA, driving its American made cousin, the “ALTIMA” between Los Angeles and San Diego. The Nissan USA people were proud of the Altima because its body was designed by Americans at Nissan Design International (NDI) Studio in San Diego. It had also been selling remarkably well since being launched in August.
And the car still had not been launched in Malaysia, NOT until May 1993! (NOTE: 15 months after Asian Premiere).
GETTING USED TO THE MONOFORM:
The other helpful thing about the delay of the Bluebird is that people now see the styling as LESS RADICAL. When we 1st saw in Penang, we thought the monoform shape too unique and even the Tan Chong Motors people had some reservations about its acceptance by Malaysians.
But we believed that it would “grow on you in a year’s time”. And indeed, looking at the Bluebird now, it appears contemporary because we now have similar rounded, wide-bodied shape in the Honda Civic (EG), Toyota Corolla (SEG), Mazda 626 and Ford Telstar – all of which came AFTER the Bluebird appeared in Japan, by the way.
So the people at NDI deserve a pat on the back for their belief that the styling trend would go in such a direction.
NDI’s proposal was chosen after a competition between Nissan’s stylists in Japan and NDI’s All-American team. The proposal by the Japanese stylists was thought to be ‘Uninspiring for the 1990s’ whereas NDI’s fresh, non-linear approach was bold – a genuine mould breaker - and just the thing to take the Bluebird away from the Conservative image it had acquired over the past decade, its rather insipid name notwithstanding.
The American way gives the occasional ‘great leap forward’, as evident in the Bluebird, but the Japanese one produces fewer mistakes. So what was eventually done was to use the NDI proposal and have the major engineering part be done by Japanese at the Nissan Technical Centre – a prime example of Cross-Pacific collaboration which, at times was done real-time by satellite.
Surprisingly, what seems to be like a very aerodynamic form yields a Cd of only 0.35. But this can be brought down with optional Rear spoiler to 0.34 for RM800 extra.
LARGER AND MORE POWERFUL:
The new Bluebird (the 9th generation of the model line which started in the mid-1950s) is longer than its predecessor by 65mm but almost the same width. It’s wheelbase of 2620mm is 70mm more than before and it is 30mm taller. The kerb weight has also gone up by slightly more than 100kgs in-spite of using lighter materials in many areas.
Only 1 engine is now available for the New Bluebird, partly because the 1.8L version of the previous generation didn’t sell too well and also because the Distributor wanted the “SSS-G” specification which is used only for the sporty versions of the Bluebird.
As many readers may remember. The Datsun 1600 SSS (or triple-S) was a 1970s saloon slanted towards performance in the same vein as the BMW 2002. The Ford TX3 didn’t exist then and if you wanted something muscular for street use, the SSS was it.
The last Bluebird SSS sold here was the last of the rear-wheel-drives (RWD) introduced in 1981. It had a twin-carb 1800cc engine and was loaded with goodies. Subsequently, the model specifications were toned down and the car was marketed more as a comfortable executive sedan.
Now the “SSS” badge returns and the new Bluebird is powered by a variant of the sophisticated SR engine series, the SR20DE. This DOHC 16valve engine is related to that used in the Nissan Pulsar GTI-R and produces 106.6kw @ 6400rpm with 178.4Nm torque @ 4800rpm.
Notable features of the engine include a long, large-diameter intake manifold, ‘aerodynamic’ ports that accelerate mixture flow at medium-low speeds, an aluminium oil pan and the use of Y-shaped rocker arms that reduce valve system inertia and help enhance intake efficiency.
The engine management system, known as Electronic Concentrated-engine Control System (ECCS), uses a 16-bit microprocessor to maintain the engine’s functions at peak efficiency. ECCS also controls the fully sequential fuel injection system to squirt a precise amount of petrol into each cylinder according to its own intake timing.
The engine has Chain-drive for the camshafts, not a Timing belt drive as used in many engines to reduce chain noise. According to Nissan Engineer, chain drives are becoming popular among Japanese manufacturers as it has been found that belts snap too easily.
The chain used in the engine is a single-roller chain that is light, durable and only marginally noisier than a belt. It has a semi-hydraulic half-ratchet chain tensioner to avoid clutter from the chain being loose and extend engine life. Like the Sentra, Cefiro, the Bluebird’s engine hooks up to a propriety diagnostic unit.
Both manual and automatic transmissions are available for the new Bluebird which, of course, has the driving wheels at the front. The lightweight 4-speed automatic transmission uses tandem servos to improve downshifting response.
HEIGHTENED DYNAMICS:
To meet to customers’ expectations of the “SSS” badge, the chassis and suspension have been developed for heightened dynamic performance. The front and rear suspension systems are mounted on sub-frames which reduce noise transmission while helping to increase compliance. Attaching the steering gear box to the subframe also help increase mounting rigidity.
The front suspension is ‘universal’ in arrangement, ie. MacPherson struts, coil springs and telescopic dampers. At the rear is the Super Toe Control (STC) Suspension, a passive form of rear-wheel-steering to neutralise the bad effects of forces exerted on the wheels. This also uses spring struts and employs 2 parallel links of uneven length to control toe angle. A more detailed explanation of the STC suspension is given BELOW: (double click to read it)
Disc brakes are fitted to all 4 wheels (ventilated in front), ABS is NOT INSTALLED though, as this is still a costly item. Standard wheels for the car are 6JJx14 pressed steel types which are shod with 195/65HR14 tyres. For RM1300, one can opt for the JRD 5-spoke alloy rims that are virtually identical to the original Nissan design. (see picture below. Picture also shows the optional rear spoiler RM800 extra which brings the Cd down to 0.34 (from Cd 0.35).
MORE RIGID, MORE SAFE:
Structurally, the new Bluebird is quite advanced as it uses 1-piece side body panels which have better rigidity. With computer analysis and simulations using Cray supercomputers, the engineers were able to increase torsional-rigidity by 40% and flexural rigidity by 10%. The overall feel of the car and its stability during lane changes is more secure with this increased rigidity. The car has large crushable zones at both ends which suppresses sectional deformity to protect the occupants from impact forces. There’s also protection from side-collisions by beams installed in the doors.
In dealing with noise and vibration, measures taken include using 2 hydraulic engine mounts that reduce low-frequency engine shake, smaller holes (for wiring and other linkages) between engine compartment and cabin, abolition of speedometer wire cable (an electronic speedometer is now used) and 3x front door sealing.
Given the modern methods of assembly and the use of galvanised steel for many panels, the Bluebird should last a long time. The car consists of more than 110 recyclable plastics and other rubber parts.
LUXURY SALOON AMBIENCE:
The longer wheelbase is fully exploited to create a cabin more spacious than the exterior suggests. There is efficient packaging and shows how well the interior designers adhered to “Neither TOO MUCH nor TOO LITTLE” theme. In fact, when the roominess inside is experienced, all thoughts of the unimpressive Cd will be banished!
Although this is a sport sedan, the interior does not reflect it and instead has the ambience of a luxury saloon. This not only comes from the classy wood panelling that stretches across the centre of the dashboard but also in the quality of the materials used.
For the driver, everything needed to drive the car safely, comfortably and enjoyably has been put within easy reach and view. The placement of the master switches for the power windows on an inclined panel is practical and makes operation easier.
The driving positions is adaptable to many different body shapes as there are 2 facilities for seat height adjustment and an adjustable steering column. Though the door pocket presses against the seat, it’s a good idea as it prevents making seat adjustments while driving.
The 2 door mirrors can be folded inwards by remote control, a feature which we thought unnecessary but later proved to be useful. Motorcyclists appreciate it if you fold the mirrors in when driving in a traffic jam allowing them to squeeze past without banging the mirrors!
The high roofline makes the rear part of the cabin more spacious. The seats too are generally proportioned and there’s a centre armrest. Seatbelts are provided for 3 persons, the centre ones being ‘lap-belt’.
But the mounting of the amplifier (a high-tech sound system available for RM3,600) under the front passenger’s seat does not seems to be a good idea. Rear passengers would put their shoe on it, we feel.
By using a space-saving resin fuel-tank design, not only can the Bluebird carry more fuel but there’s also better boot capacity of 395L.
ON THE ROAD:
Recollections of the old SSS, though vague, whetted our enthusiasm for testing the new Bluebird (our testcar comes with 5 speed manual gearbox) and we were not disappointed at all.
The 1st few runs (we normally do 10) for acceleration times were impressive as the car clocked low 9s with an average of 9.2 secs from 0-100km/h. With the air-conditioner on, the time only changed by 4/10ths of a second, a far cry from the days where the difference would be 1-2 seconds.
The Bluebird charges up to a high cruising speed very easily and it doesn’t take very long to reach the top speed of 195km/h, which we could only achieve in 4th gear at 6800rpm. Stability at that speed was excellent and inspired much confidence.
In the lower speed ranges, the ‘oomph’ available depends on which part of the torque curve the engine is at; up to about 3200rpm, the tractive power is moderate and would require a downshift from top for passing quickly. However, after 3200rpm, the torque generated is stronger and the car surges ahead very impressively. In driving dynamics, the new Bluebird is a paragon of balance and fine handling. It is also an entertaining car to drive on secondary roads while inherently good as a highway cruiser – roomy, fast and comfortable.
Torque steer is well suppressed and there’s unerring directional stability all the way to high limits. Crude or untidy cornering styles don’t upset the car as its roadholding keeps everything under control.
All our testers liked the car’s handling and found they could drive really hard without fear of anything untoward happening. Even when understeer was provoked, the car would ‘put up a hell of a fight’ (as 1 tester described it) before losing its grip. For most situations, lifting off will bring the car back into chosen line again.
No one on our test team could remember what the old SSS felt like though it probably had a good ride due to its independent rear suspension. The latest SSS also has an-independent rear end and as expected, it soaks up bumps effectively. The suspension is supple and yet not floaty in speed.
MUSCULAR SPORTS SEDAN:
Throughout our testing, there was this constant feeling that the new Bluebird is a REALLY GOOD CAR. Question was, what was it that made it feel that way?
After many hours of discussion, this was the sum-up; a very well-executed machine all round with qualities that a wide spectrum of drivers would appreciate.
At RM90,641 (OTR Incl. insurance, 5 speed manual), the new SSS quite obviously does not cater for the same sort of buyer as its predecessor did in the 1970s. But it might be perfect for someone who did own the original “triple-S” and who misses the pleasures of driving a muscular sports sedan. In his middle-age by now, he wound also wish for more comfort and more space, both of which the new Bluebird offers.”
SPECIFICATIONS: (double click to enlarge)
–END OF REVIEW-
NOTE: It took me THREE-AND-A-HALF HOURS to painstakingly TYPED word by word (10 pages!), Scanned and resized the image and post it in this OTOREVIEW Blog! You should thank me for it…
That’s all folks, thanks for having the time and patience to read this LONG ARTICLE. It actually ran up to 10 pages! Unlike today’s CAR MAGAZINE where Car reviews are BRIEF @ 3 page-per-car average (some are JUST SUMMARY!) and NON-technical.
Eg. Asian Auto, Torque, Auto International. Auto International USED to be DETAILED review – also 8 pages per “COVER Featured” car + FULL SPECIFICATIONS, but NOT ANYMORE! The magazine Contents are deteriorating since 2005. What happened Mr. Shahrizan Hussien? – FOUNDER & ‘OWNER’ OF THIS MAGAZINE).
MAN! HOW I MISSED the GOOD OLD “80-page Auto International” (Now reduced to a pathetic 60 page + cover) AND “THE LATE” HIGHWAY MALAYSIA. In my HUMBLE OPINION (IMHO), STILL THE BEST MALAYSIAN CAR MAGAZINE BY FAR. No CURRENT Malaysian car magazine can MATCH ‘HIGHWAY MALAYSIA’. KUDOS to the 2 editors of the magazine, UNCLE CHIPS YAP and UNCLE LEEPS LEE. Again, Sadly missed…
References:
1) Highway Malaysia July 1993 issue. Page 22 to 32 by Uncle Chips Yap.
2) Motortrader magazine (Last 10 issues). For used ‘Bluebird Altima’ pricings
3) The Star Metro Classifieds (Last 10 days). Latest being 21 November 2009 (Sat).
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