Hi Tom and Ian
Can you book me in any weekday to activate the immobilizer after having fitted the pro boost ECU.
Regards
Hitesh
Hello to all A2OC members,

The purpose of this thread is to announce that I'll once again be based in Leighton Buzzard soon. At the beginning of the year, it was my intention to do a 'South East Residency' in the springtime, but various demands upon my time have kept delaying my trip.

From Saturday 1st July, I intend to base myself in Leighton Buzzard, just to the north of London. Massive thanks are owed to @Proghound for allowing me to work and live at his house. Compared to some previous open-ended visits, the length of my upcoming stay in Leighton Buzzard is limited to two weeks.
Of course, I shall do my utmost to fulfil as many requests as possible. Should the demand for my time exceed the number of booking slots, I will try to prioritise seeing as many club members as possible. As such, if your desires are likely to use more than a full day of my time, I may request that the job is either trimmed or delayed until a later opportunity.

Please be aware that there are some limitations to the range of services that I can provide when away from home. For example, some upgrades require parts that I won't have the space to transport. Some parts may be out of stock or unavailable due to Brexit implications or the continued impact of the Russo-Ukrainian war. I also cannot complete all upgrades at weekends, so I'd be grateful if Saturdays and Sundays were left available to those with no alternative.

At the bottom of this message, I have tagged many club members who have made contact with me in recent months who may appreciate my greater proximity. However, this is not an exhaustive or exclusive list; my services are open to all who are able to meet me.

For those who are unfamiliar with my services, an overview can be seen here:

The provisional schedule is shown below, hopefully to be cast in stone as soon as possible. I appreciate that 'AM' and 'PM' are a little vague, but I'll arrange precise times with you all once things start falling into place.

Best wishes,

Tom



@drewroberts @A2Dreamer @jaffa_jim @Cenick @gangitano85 @hits @AUDI2012 @Erlingtheyounger @JimmyJam @dr_jones @thejohn @EJB @simon martyn @Trimley61 @Chris Warren @quantumtokoloshi @slumdog @Eliah @TYP 8Z @x3awm @Jason_e @AFG @number9ine @irfan a8 @JAR @buffetrestaurant @s2ulk @Jonesy427 @Justin M @lestat132 @GTSpec @mhj786 @allypug @ashley7715 @Birchall @jimmynewa2 @dandare131 @CrispyEdd @rubenjennings @Mbzpar @Sebastian K @Taylor @Nick B @alanfr @Dynamic duo @Simon123 @tipomark @dj_efk @22VAG @31106 @Pilot_Light @the_luton_man @dances-with-pies @sailesh @tnpali01



The Schedule

Names in italics indicate a provisional booking that hasn't yet been confirmed.
Names in standard upright font indicate confirmed bookings.

Saturday 1st July
AM:
PM:
Sunday 2nd
AM: @the_luton_man
PM:
Monday 3rd
AM: @simon martyn
PM:
Tuesday 4th
AM & PM: @A2Dreamer
Wednesday 5th
AM & PM: Wimbledon tennis tournament with my sister for her birthday.
Thursday 6th
AM:
PM:
Friday 7th
AM:
PM: @CrispyEdd
Saturday 8th
AM:
PM:
Sunday 9th
AM:
PM:
Monday 10th
AM & PM: @dj_efk
Tuesday 11th
AM: @rubenjennings
PM:
Wednesday 12th
AM:
PM:
Thursday 13th
AM:
PM:
Friday 14th
AM:
PM: @dr_jones
Saturday 15th
AM:
PM:
Sunday 16th
AM & PM: Kimbolton A2OC Social

Names in italics indicate a provisional booking that hasn't yet been confirmed.
Names in standard upright font indicate confirmed bookings.



A quick note from @Proghound:

Once the bookings are finalised I will PM everyone who's coming with the location postcode, 'last 50 yards' directions and, for those of you who don't have satnavs, route suggestions from the motorways. I look forward to welcoming you all, friends old and new :)
Hi Tom
Is it easier if I post the Pro Boost ECU and get it done that way. I still have my old ECU so there's no problem. I don't want to unnecessarily take up one of your slots as I don't need anything else done presently.
Thanks
Hitesh
 
I don't want to unnecessarily take up one of your slots as I don't need anything else done presently.
It's no problem, Hitesh. The days are divided into AM/PM because it makes the initial framework easy. As a general rule, I see two A2s per day. Some A2s require a whole day, but other quick jobs, like yours, can be squeezed into the gaps.
Are there certain days or times that would suit you best?

Cheers,

Tom
 
Hi Tom and Ian
Can you book me in any weekday to activate the immobilizer after having fitted the pro boost ECU.
Regards
Hitesh
Hello to all A2OC members,

The purpose of this thread is to announce that I'll once again be based in Leighton Buzzard soon. At the beginning of the year, it was my intention to do a 'South East Residency' in the springtime, but various demands upon my time have kept delaying my trip.

From Saturday 1st July, I intend to base myself in Leighton Buzzard, just to the north of London. Massive thanks are owed to @Proghound for allowing me to work and live at his house. Compared to some previous open-ended visits, the length of my upcoming stay in Leighton Buzzard is limited to two weeks.
Of course, I shall do my utmost to fulfil as many requests as possible. Should the demand for my time exceed the number of booking slots, I will try to prioritise seeing as many club members as possible. As such, if your desires are likely to use more than a full day of my time, I may request that the job is either trimmed or delayed until a later opportunity.

Please be aware that there are some limitations to the range of services that I can provide when away from home. For example, some upgrades require parts that I won't have the space to transport. Some parts may be out of stock or unavailable due to Brexit implications or the continued impact of the Russo-Ukrainian war. I also cannot complete all upgrades at weekends, so I'd be grateful if Saturdays and Sundays were left available to those with no alternative.

At the bottom of this message, I have tagged many club members who have made contact with me in recent months who may appreciate my greater proximity. However, this is not an exhaustive or exclusive list; my services are open to all who are able to meet me.

For those who are unfamiliar with my services, an overview can be seen here:

The provisional schedule is shown below, hopefully to be cast in stone as soon as possible. I appreciate that 'AM' and 'PM' are a little vague, but I'll arrange precise times with you all once things start falling into place.

Best wishes,

Tom



@drewroberts @A2Dreamer @jaffa_jim @Cenick @gangitano85 @hits @AUDI2012 @Erlingtheyounger @JimmyJam @dr_jones @thejohn @EJB @simon martyn @Trimley61 @Chris Warren @quantumtokoloshi @slumdog @Eliah @TYP 8Z @x3awm @Jason_e @AFG @number9ine @irfan a8 @JAR @buffetrestaurant @s2ulk @Jonesy427 @Justin M @lestat132 @GTSpec @mhj786 @allypug @ashley7715 @Birchall @jimmynewa2 @dandare131 @CrispyEdd @rubenjennings @Mbzpar @Sebastian K @Taylor @Nick B @alanfr @Dynamic duo @Simon123 @tipomark @dj_efk @22VAG @31106 @Pilot_Light @the_luton_man @dances-with-pies @sailesh @tnpali01



The Schedule

Names in italics indicate a provisional booking that hasn't yet been confirmed.
Names in standard upright font indicate confirmed bookings.

Saturday 1st July
AM:
PM:
Sunday 2nd
AM: @the_luton_man
PM:
Monday 3rd
AM: @simon martyn
PM:
Tuesday 4th
AM & PM: @A2Dreamer
Wednesday 5th
AM & PM: Wimbledon tennis tournament with my sister for her birthday.
Thursday 6th
AM:
PM:
Friday 7th
AM:
PM: @CrispyEdd
Saturday 8th
AM:
PM:
Sunday 9th
AM:
PM:
Monday 10th
AM & PM: @dj_efk
Tuesday 11th
AM: @rubenjennings
PM:
Wednesday 12th
AM:
PM:
Thursday 13th
AM:
PM:
Friday 14th
AM:
PM: @dr_jones
Saturday 15th
AM:
PM:
Sunday 16th
AM & PM: Kimbolton A2OC Social

Names in italics indicate a provisional booking that hasn't yet been confirmed.
Names in standard upright font indicate confirmed bookings.



A quick note from @Proghound:

Once the bookings are finalised I will PM everyone who's coming with the location postcode, 'last 50 yards' directions and, for those of you who don't have satnavs, route suggestions from the motorways. I look forward to welcoming you all, friends old and new :)
Hi Tom
Is it easier if I post the Pro Boost ECU and get it done that way. I still have my old ECU so there's no problem. I don't want to unnecessarily take up one of your slots as I don't need anything else done presently.
Thanks
I
It's no problem, Hitesh. The days are divided into AM/PM because it makes the initial framework easy. As a general rule, I see two A2s per day. Some A2s require a whole day, but other quick jobs, like yours, can be squeezed into the gaps.
Are there certain days or times that would suit you best?

Cheers,

Tom
Hi Tom
Any day Monday to Thursday preferably mornings
Cheers
 
Hi Tom
Is it easier if I post the Pro Boost ECU and get it done that way. I still have my old ECU so there's no problem. I don't want to unnecessarily take up one of your slots as I don't need anything else done presently.
Thanks
I

Hi Tom
Any day Monday to Thursday preferably mornings
Cheers
The morning of Monday 3rd is currently assigned to @simon martyn, but I can't imagine that Simon would mind if I shifted my attention to your car for 20 minutes. Simon...? :)
 
Hi Tom (and Ian) - in your first week, the 4th through 7th work for me anytime. I could do the 3rd at a push. In your second week, I’m away on hols from the 11th to 18th but could - if it works - drop my car off beforehand then pick up on the 19th.

Do please let me know if the logistics I’ve suggested for the Bose kit do or don’t work for you. If not, I may have to get the lot couriered to Ian’s. Cheers!
 
Hi Tom,

Grateful if you could also book me in PM Tuesday 11th July if still free?

Wanting to add cruise and bluetooth capability to my pine green 1.4 MPI, comfort blinker and possibly a few other minor things if possible?

Thanks,

Pete
 
Hi, May i reserve the 6th please for the PM slot.

Bluetooth installation (that's if i haven't done it by then)
MFSW retrofit.
Possible RNS-E PU install (I am still on the fence)

regards

Jae.
 
Hi folks,

This weekend sees A2OC members from all across the UK arrive for the Morecambe Bay social...

This is my first 'home' social in all my years as an A2 owner, so I shall be participating in every minute of it. As such, please excuse the temporary halt in the planning of my upcoming Leighton Buzzard residency. I shall get back to discussing everyone's wishes early next week.

Many thanks,

Tom
 
Hi folks,

This weekend sees A2OC members from all across the UK arrive for the Morecambe Bay social...

This is my first 'home' social in all my years as an A2 owner, so I shall be participating in every minute of it. As such, please excuse the temporary halt in the planning of my upcoming Leighton Buzzard residency. I shall get back to discussing everyone's wishes early next week.

Many thanks,

Tom
Enjoy Tom 👍
 
Hello Timmus,
Could I please book in for Sat 8 July, to sort out key reprogramming and ignition/door lock replacement. I currently have different keys for ignition and door lock, and only one of each.
I have all the bits, including spare key blank needed to put the car back to one key operation for ignition & doors with a spare key too. Can elaborate/explain better via DM if it helps? Thanks Richard
 
The morning of Monday 3rd is currently assigned to @simon martyn, but I can't imagine that Simon would mind if I shifted my attention to your car for 20 minutes. Simon...? :)
Good morning Tom
I can't make it on the 3rd. I am able to come any other day while you are there.
I can also still post the ECU if you can't fit me in.
Regards
Hitesh
 
Hi, May i reserve the 6th please for the PM slot.

Bluetooth installation (that's if i haven't done it by then)
MFSW retrofit.
Possible RNS-E PU install (I am still on the fence)

regards

Jae.
Hi Jae,

You have a PM.

Cheers,

Tom
 
Hello Timmus,
Could I please book in for Sat 8 July, to sort out key reprogramming and ignition/door lock replacement. I currently have different keys for ignition and door lock, and only one of each.
I have all the bits, including spare key blank needed to put the car back to one key operation for ignition & doors with a spare key too. Can elaborate/explain better via DM if it helps? Thanks Richard
Hi Richard,

You have a PM.

Cheers,

Tom
 
Hi Tom,

Is there an update for the colour DIS?

Best wishes

Thomas
Hi Thomas,

Probably. I'm not sure which software version you're running, and therefore don't know whether an update would make any discernible difference, or whether you'd find a raft of new features.
If you look in the 'system' menu of Colour DIS, you should be able to find the software version. It'll be something like v2.9.4 B35. The latest version is B41.

Given that this update takes a matter of minutes, I'd be able to fit you into the schedule almost whenever.

Cheers,

Tom
 
Looking forward to the 3rd. July, AM. A tiny additional problem: my beep upon locking has just vanished. Hopefully this is not a presage to future drama. Hopefully.

Best,

Simon
 
Looking forward to the 3rd. July, AM. A tiny additional problem: my beep upon locking has just vanished. Hopefully this is not a presage to future drama. Hopefully.

Best,

Simon
The beep won't have disappeared, but this says that the car doesn't think that all the doors etc. are locked, so it doesn't do the beep. Obviously check that they're all properly shut. Also, before blaming one of the door or boot locking sensors, give your service flap a push home: the sensor switch on the slam panel behind it is a common culprit. Another possibility is that the alarm siren has died, but Tom will easily be able to diagnose once in situ.
 
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