Davegtst
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| posted on 12/8/12 at 11:22 AM |
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What to take to the IVA test tomorrow
I've got my IVA tomorrow and i'm getting all the bits ready today so i can hook the trailer up in the morning and go. So far i have
packed a load of tools, spare trim and a few other bits and pieces. Is there anything else people have found they needed to take?
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loggyboy
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| posted on 12/8/12 at 11:29 AM |
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A copy of the very latest IVA manual to check the tester knows what hes talking about?
I havent done IVA yet, but I will also take - Cable ties, any specialist tools, super glue, pen and paper, camera.
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ali f27
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| posted on 12/8/12 at 11:45 AM |
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Your car good luck not as bad as you think
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stevegough
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| posted on 12/8/12 at 12:32 PM |
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The good wishes of everyone on LCB?
and Loggyboy - you aren't allowed to take photos in the VOSA place (unless you do it 'discreetly' like I did!)
 
Description
 
Description
[Edited on 12/8/12 by stevegough]
Luego Locost C20XE.
Build start: October 6th 2008.
IVA passed Jan 28th 2011.
First drive Feb 10th 2011.
First show: Stoneleigh 1st/2nd May 2011.
'Used up' first engine may 3rd 2011!
Back on the road with 2nd engine may 24th
First PASA mad drive 26/7/11
Sold to Mike in Methyr Tydvil 19/03/14
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Andybarbet
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| posted on 12/8/12 at 12:42 PM |
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Good luck tomorrow
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carlknight1982
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| posted on 12/8/12 at 01:07 PM |
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make sure that all your fluid levels are full oil brakes fuel, take all your build photos and as much proof as you can, my anchor points for my belts
were not visible but the photos were good enough proof so that i didnt have to remove a panel to show it, same with the tank earth.
Logic will get you from a A to B
Imagination will take you everywhere.
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ali f27
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| posted on 12/8/12 at 01:22 PM |
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have a slow quiet look around your car and check things against what you know from iva manual most peple get caught out by somthing really simple grip
on brake pedal etc and remember the tester is not the enemy just doing his job if its right ok if its not fail dont need to kiss his arse but be
friendly and positive can make a bit of difference if you need to do some fettling
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GOJO
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| posted on 12/8/12 at 02:10 PM |
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Some clear silicone and zip ties
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Daddylonglegs
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| posted on 12/8/12 at 02:50 PM |
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I took a good selection of tools, bolts, nuts, washers, Tape, tie-wraps, screwdrivers, trim.
And make sure you have a full tank of fuel, that was the second question my tester asked. Apparently they can fail you for not having a full tank 
Something to do with weights I think.
Most of all, GOOD LUCK!! Hope it all goes well 
It looks like the Midget is winning at the moment......
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gavin174
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 posted on 12/8/12 at 02:54 PM |
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brown envelope stuffed with used twenties........
http://www.essexkitcarclub.com
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stevegough
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| posted on 12/8/12 at 04:41 PM |
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Proof of engine age?
Luego Locost C20XE.
Build start: October 6th 2008.
IVA passed Jan 28th 2011.
First drive Feb 10th 2011.
First show: Stoneleigh 1st/2nd May 2011.
'Used up' first engine may 3rd 2011!
Back on the road with 2nd engine may 24th
First PASA mad drive 26/7/11
Sold to Mike in Methyr Tydvil 19/03/14
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robinj66
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| posted on 12/8/12 at 04:50 PM |
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gaffer tape & superglue - comes in handy for all sorts of things
and good luck
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Toprivetguns
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| posted on 12/8/12 at 05:17 PM |
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Good luck mate, whereabouts is your test ?
Only drive as fast as your angel can fly... !
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Davegtst
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| posted on 12/8/12 at 10:39 PM |
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Cheers for the tips and support guys, I think I have half my garage packed in the van now. I've only just got in from work and I im leaving for
yeading at 6am so I better try and get some sleep in.
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ashg
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| posted on 12/8/12 at 11:54 PM |
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my advice is to leave the iva manual in the car. only get it out if you have an issue with a decision the tester makes. if you go in with it they
will have their guard up from the off.
been there done it several times, take the chilax route its much easier.
Anything With Tits or Wheels Will cost you MONEY!!
Haynes Roadster (Finished)
Exocet (Finished & Sold)
New Project (Started)
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L5W
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| posted on 13/8/12 at 06:46 AM |
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good luck for today 
Lee
http://l5w-mk-indy-zetec.blogspot.com/
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Davegtst
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| posted on 13/8/12 at 09:07 AM |
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This is terrible
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loggyboy
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| posted on 13/8/12 at 09:11 AM |
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The waiting or the result?
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Davegtst
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| posted on 13/8/12 at 09:15 AM |
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The testing. Think I'm not far from the end now.
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MikeFellows
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| posted on 13/8/12 at 09:25 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by loggyboy
A copy of the very latest IVA manual to check the tester knows what hes talking about?
I havent done IVA yet, but I will also take - Cable ties, any specialist tools, super glue, pen and paper, camera.
If I where the IVA tester and you turned up with the book trying to tell me my job, your car would need to be 100% on everything for it to pass
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loggyboy
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| posted on 13/8/12 at 10:17 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by MikeFellows
If I where the IVA tester and you turned up with the book trying to tell me my job, your car would need to be 100% on everything for it to pass
I didnt mean to say you should wave it under his nose and question everything!
Personally if he saw you had a copy (with your paperwork, not being scrutinised thoughtout the inspection!) it may even show him that you have
actually bothered to download, read and use it during the build.
Either that or as AshG said, just have it there for a reference in case something crops up that you were sure you had done to the manual. More to
confirm that you were wrong rather than he was!
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MikeFellows
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| posted on 13/8/12 at 10:41 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by loggyboy
quote:
Originally posted by MikeFellows
If I where the IVA tester and you turned up with the book trying to tell me my job, your car would need to be 100% on everything for it to pass
I didnt mean to say you should wave it under his nose and question everything!
Personally if he saw you had a copy (with your paperwork, not being scrutinised thoughtout the inspection!) it may even show him that you have
actually bothered to download, read and use it during the build.
Either that or as AshG said, just have it there for a reference in case something crops up that you were sure you had done to the manual. More to
confirm that you were wrong rather than he was!
ahh sorry, I misunderstood, I thought you meant to question the wording etc..
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loggyboy
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| posted on 13/8/12 at 10:45 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by MikeFellows
quote:
Originally posted by loggyboy
quote:
Originally posted by MikeFellows
If I where the IVA tester and you turned up with the book trying to tell me my job, your car would need to be 100% on everything for it to pass
I didnt mean to say you should wave it under his nose and question everything!
Personally if he saw you had a copy (with your paperwork, not being scrutinised thoughtout the inspection!) it may even show him that you have
actually bothered to download, read and use it during the build.
Either that or as AshG said, just have it there for a reference in case something crops up that you were sure you had done to the manual. More to
confirm that you were wrong rather than he was!
ahh sorry, I misunderstood, I thought you meant to question the wording etc..
Whilst it would be quite fun if you could fun, sadly as you know, they are judge, jury and executioner! I would expect you could contest through
official channels post decision I doubt you would get far.
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Davegtst
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| posted on 13/8/12 at 10:58 AM |
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This tester is the biggest jobsworth prick I have ever met I'm my life.
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loggyboy
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| posted on 13/8/12 at 11:02 AM |
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I hope hes not a member!
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