http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/ This is a series of discussion forums run by thesmartclub for smart car owners and enthusiasts - to find out more, visit www.thesmartclub.com en Wed, 23 May 2012 07:45:57 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/images/misc/rss.png http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/ http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22220-Sussex-Smarts-Brekkie-Sunday-27th-May&goto=newpost Mon, 21 May 2012 19:53:13 GMT Come join us for some brekkie and chat at . . . . The Chalet Cafe Cowfold West Sussex RH13 8DU Newbies and regulars alike all welcome! From 9.30am onwards Come join us for some brekkie and chat at . . . .

The Chalet Cafe
Cowfold
West Sussex
RH13 8DU

Newbies and regulars alike all welcome!

From 9.30am onwards

If you are lucky you may even see me make an appearance this weekend!!!

Jason ]]> s2inferno http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22220-Sussex-Smarts-Brekkie-Sunday-27th-May http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22219-Quote-vs-reply&goto=newpost Mon, 21 May 2012 19:49:19 GMT Firefox 12.0

At bottom right (on the grey line) of all posts there are two big 'buttons'. One say Reply the other say Reply with quote.

:icon_ques Both buttons returns Reply with quote :icon_ques

I have no idea if this is a 'new' bug, I just stumbeled across it today :icon_redf


:kid: ]]> Add new BUGS here Guinnessian http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22219-Quote-vs-reply http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22218-My-photos-from-Hambach-BRABUS-2012&goto=newpost Mon, 21 May 2012 16:24:30 GMT Here are some of my pics from the Hambach trip. Will update as I go along. We're having a great time, some of us met Dr Annette Winkler (Head of smart) today too!

http://on.fb.me/Jz2uj7 ]]> Photos J500ANT http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22218-My-photos-from-Hambach-BRABUS-2012 http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22217-Trade-or-Private&goto=newpost Sun, 20 May 2012 17:56:03 GMT I've been bitten by the Roadster bug, and having test driven one yesterday I'm convinced I want one! :cool:

However, I've been reading a lot about the leaks endemic in Roadsters, and although I'm happy to live with small leaks, I can see I have two choices regarding the major ones:
1. Buy cheap and private, and prepare to repair/fix any leaks myself.
2. Buy expensive through a trader, from a (non-Merc) Smart reseller who claims he's applies all the recommended repairs already.

My trader worries are:
1. The trader might say that he's applied all the known fixes, but is there a way I can check this to be true? I don't want to pay extra through a trader for a car that's not got the leak fixes applied.
2. When we went for a test drive, the windows steamed up almost immediately, and I've read that this is a sign of water ingestion/dampness. Might this mean the dealer hadn't applied the leak fixes?
3. Even after the leak fixes are applied, what's the likelihood that several years of water ingestion has caused irreversible damage to the car? Could the SAM be swimming in water and just waiting to fry itself? Could water in the doors have caused corrision inside that will come eventually through and bubble the exterior paintwork?

My private sales worries are:
1. If a private seller says he's never had any leaks issues, how can I easily check the car for signs of past water damage? Clearly the carpets etc. will be dry if he's dried it out, but are there any obvious signs of past water ingress? I can't exactly chuck a bucket of water over it to see if it gets wet inside afterall!
2. What else should I look for to be sure I'm not buying a lemon? I've probably only got £5k to spend so I expect I'll be looking at an older model, and it would be nice to avoid one that's got a dying engine/turbo etc. I mean, should I avoid anything over, say, 70k miles?

I'm not afraid to do minor works myself, so I'm happy to have a go at repairing the leaks following the guides I've seen online (Evilution), but I'm also willing to pay a little more from a trader for an already-fixed car. If it's not that big a deal to apply all the repairs (60-pages worth according to the Smart repair guide) then would people recommend buying privately and having a go myself?

What are everyone's thoughts? Thanks in advance, from a very keen Roadster buyer :D

(I might cross-post this to a couple of other forums, so apologies if this seems like bad etiquette) ]]> General smart topics Thoric http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22217-Trade-or-Private http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22216-Service-Indicator&goto=newpost Sun, 20 May 2012 16:03:11 GMT Hey,

I have a 451 Smart ForTwo, It's nearly been a year that i've bought it (August), and i've got the indicator come up which has 1 spanner, and also 7400 miles written. Does that mean there's 7400 miles till service, or is it when the year finishes (which ever comes first)?

I'm going to get my friend to do it so just want to make sure i'm doing it at the right time.

Also anyone knows what exactly needs to be done with the 1 spanner service?

Thanks! ]]> new fortwo - Technical Queries Realist http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22216-Service-Indicator http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22214-Sky-TV-Ace-Cafe&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 08:47:23 GMT At a recent smart meeting (March 2012) at Ace Cafe, London, thesmartclub had liaised with the CrewsTV film production team with a view to gaining some coverage of modified smarts. I'm pleased to say that this will now form part of the CrewsVs TV programme on Sky Channel 203 (Showcase2) on Sunday 20th May at 21:00hrs ]]> General smart topics Al Young http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22214-Sky-TV-Ace-Cafe http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22213-Sky-TV-Ace-Cafe&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 08:47:23 GMT At a recent smart meeting (March 2012) at Ace Cafe, London, thesmartclub had liaised with the CrewsTV film production team with a view to gaining some coverage of modified smarts. I'm pleased to say that this will now form part of the CrewsVs TV programme on Sky Channel 203 (Showcase2) on Sunday 20th May at 21:00hrs ]]> Al Young http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22213-Sky-TV-Ace-Cafe http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22212-Annual-Pilgrimage&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 19:19:04 GMT Well I know there are others that are as excited as us about our trip :icon_smil Looking forward to seeing as many as possible at Thurrock :) Safe, happy smarting one and all Well I know there are others that are as excited as us about our trip :icon_smil

Looking forward to seeing as many as possible at Thurrock :)

Safe, happy smarting one and all ]]> http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22212-Annual-Pilgrimage http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22211-The-Bubblecar-Museum-smart-Camping-Weekend-Friday-25th-Sunday-27th-May-2012&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 17:24:08 GMT *The Bubblecar Museum smart Camping Weekend* The Bubblecar Museum 2nd Annual Rally Friday 25th-Sunday 27th May 2012 Open to Microcars pre 1975, 750cc and under, vintage scooters and smarts. Having recently re-located, this lovely museum re-opened on 18th March at its new home in... The Bubblecar Museum smart Camping Weekend

The Bubblecar Museum 2nd Annual Rally
Friday 25th-Sunday 27th May 2012

Open to Microcars pre 1975, 750cc and under, vintage scooters and smarts.


Having recently re-located, this lovely museum re-opened on 18th March at its new home in Langrick, Lincolnshire.
Only this week, they appeared on National TV as part of their launch, such is their popularity.
Well, I have recently been to visit the museum and the owners were really nice and very welcoming. As smarts are effectively modern day micro cars, they are very keen to have us visit.
The camping area is not vast but is very nice and is very close to all the new amenities, so it won’t be necessary to drive to the loo, as in previous camping scenarios. They have even arranged for us to have our own small paddock. The numbers are limited to 20 cars, so please add your name to the list if you wish to come along.

Arrival time is 10am onwards on Friday 25th May.
Payment is CASH on arrival please. £23 per person

If you don’t fancy campsite cooking, there is a small café in the museum and just up the road at the Langrick Station café you can get all day breakfasts.

Here’s what you get for your Rally fee of £23 per person and what’s happening over the weekend:

* Museum entry for the weekend
* Two nights FREE camping
* Prize for ‘Sunday Best’ smart

Friday - Evening barbecue from 7 to 9pm
Saturday - An all day run-out including entrance fees with quiz
- Seriously good live entertainment from the ‘Drowning Fish Band’
- Evening meal

For any further information please visit their website:

bubblecarmuseum.co.uk


The Bubblecar Museum
Clover Farm, Main Rd, Langrick, Boston, Lincolnshire PE22 7AW
Tel: 01205 280037

Look forward to seeing you there! ]]> MissPolkadot http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22211-The-Bubblecar-Museum-smart-Camping-Weekend-Friday-25th-Sunday-27th-May-2012 http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22210-Hampshire-Smart-Meet-(June)&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 09:00:15 GMT There will be a smart meet at the Cart and Horses at Kingsworthy near Winchester SO23 7QN on Wednesday 6th June at 7-00pm. so if you live in the area then please come along, we would like to meet you, so we can arrange other meets in the summer. please post if you are coming so we know how many... There will be a smart meet at the Cart and Horses at Kingsworthy near Winchester SO23 7QN on Wednesday 6th June at 7-00pm. so if you live in the area then please come along, we would like to meet you, so we can arrange other meets in the summer. please post if you are coming so we know how many to cater for.

Den (Spotty Smart) ]]> SpottySmart http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22210-Hampshire-Smart-Meet-(June) http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22208-Throttle-Pedal-failure-on-early-Passion.&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 02:03:14 GMT Has anyone suffered temporary throttle pedal failure ? Every now and again and for no apparent reason the pedal just stops operating the engine.It still moves up and down but has no effect on the revs. It seems to happen when least expected and will only correct itself when the ignition is turned... Has anyone suffered temporary throttle pedal failure ? Every now and again and for no apparent reason the pedal just stops operating the engine.It still moves up and down but has no effect on the revs. It seems to happen when least expected and will only correct itself when the ignition is turned off and then on again.Most annoying in traffic.Please could someone tell me if there is a simple solution to this fault ? ]]> fortwo - Technical Queries radiojon73 http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22208-Throttle-Pedal-failure-on-early-Passion. http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22207-Wipers-don-t-want-to-turn-off!&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 22:11:17 GMT If I put the wipers on (intermittent, speed 1, speed 2) and then turn them off they often keep on going. And sometimes if I put them on intermittent they will work fine for a short while then turn themselves on constant. To get the wipers to turn off I have to try various positions and then off... If I put the wipers on (intermittent, speed 1, speed 2) and then turn them off they often keep on going. And sometimes if I put them on intermittent they will work fine for a short while then turn themselves on constant. To get the wipers to turn off I have to try various positions and then off until they stop.

Any ideas what the problem is? Dirty/corroded switch contacts or a faulty switch? I did wonder briefly if the SAM unit was the culprit but if that was the case I'd have thought that despite me moving the stalk through various positions to get them to stop no amount of fiddling would persuade them to stop (other than turning the ignition off).

Grahame ]]> Roadster - Technical Queries grahame59 http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22207-Wipers-don-t-want-to-turn-off! http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22206-Springs-and-Shocks-(Roadster)&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 17:08:14 GMT I've been very bad. Sorry for being AWOL for so long!

The RedPeril is perilously close to being (perminantly) back on the road, but having exhumed her out of the garage-like shallow grave this week to drive her up to our new house, I discovered (some way up the motorway, I admit), that the ride was a tad bouncy and trashy....

Broken spring. Probably should have done a more thorough walk-round, but I'd already had to get the AA out to jump-start it, and once the engine was running I couldn't stop!

So, folks...

Having done some 74k (including one 18 month 'rest' period, and a second 5 month 'sleep'), she is probably well over-due new shocks as well as springs. I only want a minimal lowering though, 25-30mm. From what I've found via Google, it seams the Bilstein shocks are well regarded, but I'm really struggling to find either a 25mm kit, or the shocks by themselves.

Money IS an object... so the Eibach Pro (-25mm) springs are looking pricey. MadMotors have got Spax (-30/20mm) for £120. Any other suggestions? (oh, and if they are coloured, they have to be red/black/silver to match the car!!). ]]> Sourcing Solutions RedPeril http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22206-Springs-and-Shocks-(Roadster) http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22205-Carbon-fibre-intake-scoop&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 19:41:14 GMT Carbon Tek scoop. Very neat and unobtrusive. Removed from my 450 Brabus cabrio when I sold it. Complete with stainless steel screws. £20 plus postage. Email me on russell at zakmail dot co dot uk. Carbon Tek scoop. Very neat and unobtrusive. Removed from my 450 Brabus cabrio when I sold it. Complete with stainless steel screws. £20 plus postage. Email me on russell at zakmail dot co dot uk. ]]> For Sale RussJ http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22205-Carbon-fibre-intake-scoop http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22204-Dereham-Market-Place-Norfolk&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 15:41:53 GMT BU61LSD Black/silver 42

Had a great natter with Steph & Jill? (sorry I have already forgotten your name :icon_redf) from Birmingham who were very enthusiastic about her car. Usual story - he was in the driver seat :cool1:

Hopefully we will see you at many an event, certainly at smartfest :icon_smil:icon_smil

Keep in touch if we can help in any way with your possible move to Norfolk. We need people like you to wake Norfolk up :icon_smil:icon_smil ]]> Spotted http://www.thesmartclub.com/board/showthread.php?22204-Dereham-Market-Place-Norfolk