South East Scoobies  

Go Back   South East Scoobies > General Forums > General Car / Scooby Chat

General Car / Scooby Chat General chat, car related. Threads posted in here may well be re-directed to a more relevant home.

Reply
 
Thread Tools
  #1  
Old 14-07-2009, 05:16 PM
lady-turbo-wrx's Avatar
lady-turbo-wrx lady-turbo-wrx is offline
Silver Member
 
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Kent
Posts: 869
Default Whats a modification insurance wise?

Im just thinking about when i renew my car insurance,and though you all would know the answers,to my questions.. as im thinking of having a few more bits done,and not sure whats going to be classed as a modification..

Whats classed has a modification?

Thanks in advance trace x
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 14-07-2009, 05:52 PM
C. J.'s Avatar
C. J. C. J. is offline
Platinum Member
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Horsham
Posts: 5,081
Default Re: Whats a modification insurance wise?

depends on your insurer but anything that is not standard is a modification .
__________________
Eat, Sleep, Race , Repeat
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 14-07-2009, 06:10 PM
Steve_PPP's Avatar
Steve_PPP Steve_PPP is offline
Admin, Meets/Events Organiser
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Burgess Hill, Sussex
Posts: 13,293
Default Re: Whats a modification insurance wise?

its a good question though, at what point do small styling changes to the car make any difference?

e.g. having side skirts colour coded, de-tangoed headlights etc. Wouldn't have thought an insurance company would care about little things like that?
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 14-07-2009, 06:16 PM
C. J.'s Avatar
C. J. C. J. is offline
Platinum Member
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Horsham
Posts: 5,081
Default Re: Whats a modification insurance wise?

Some will but keith micheals done worry about it , Gary even said when the 2.5 is finally done there wont be any extra charge , just need to tell them what I've done .
Best bit is that all the mods declared are covered and will be accounted for if something was to happen
__________________
Eat, Sleep, Race , Repeat
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 14-07-2009, 08:41 PM
Sh3p Sh3p is offline
Regular User
 
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Sunny Sittingbourne
Posts: 88
Default Re: Whats a modification insurance wise?

wow looks like Keith Micheals will be getting a call from me nxt year
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 18-07-2009, 05:37 PM
Skullfudge's Avatar
Skullfudge Skullfudge is offline
Platinum Member
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: KENT
Posts: 2,906
Default Re: Whats a modification insurance wise?

Gary Moulsdon of Keith Michaels Insurance is really helpful.

I would assume that a "modification" (with regards to advising your insurer) would relate to anything that has been removed and replaced with something different. Not sure if body work, skirts etc would count?

I used to be insured with Tesco's but my car out grew what they could insure, so I phoned Gary M.

To give you an idea this is the full list of mods & parts on my P1.

£ 880:00 fully comp / £ 500:00 access / track days at £ 60:00 but access is £ 1.500:00. That also includes any further mods up to 800 Bhp.

WRC 14mm Stud Conversion
Hone Bore Clearance
Block Face Skim
Closed Deck Block Assembly
RCM Omega forged high compression pistons
Piston Ring Set
WRC 14/12mm head stud kit
14mm Head Dowels
RCM Port & Polish
RH Cylinder Head Assembly
LH Cylinder Head Assembly
Oil Cooler Modine
Oil Filter
RCM WRC Nimonic Exhaust Valves
RCM WRC Inlet Valves
Half Moon Seal
Subaru Crankshaft Assembly
Crankshaft & Flywheel balance
RCM uprated H section conrod
ACL Racing bearing main
Subaru Version 9 big end bearing kit
Engine Gasket kit
RCM modified Oil Pump
Big wing Sump
Big wing Sump modification
Double Valve spring kit
Double Valve spring spacers
Uprated Thermostat
RCM lightweight Flywheel
Smooth Idler
Water Pump Assembly
Toothed Idler
Timing belt tensioner kit
Timing belt tensioner bracket
Tensioner seal
Tensioner Pulley
Head Ream 14mm
RCM Titanium Retainers
Bucker shim
LH Inner Cam belt cover
RCM Vernier Timing Belt Pulleys
Timing Belt
Timing Belt Tensioner
RCM Manifold
Manifold fitting kit
Rocket Cover gasket LH
Rocket Cover gasket RH
Spark Plug Gasket
RCM Alloy Pulley Kit
Sti Engine Mount LH
Sti Engine Mount RH
Modified Gearbox Mount
RCM Oil catch tank
RCM Oil catch tank fitting kit
850cc fuel injectors
R.C.M. 3 inch S/ Steel Open Neck Downpipe
R.C.M. 3 inch S/ Steel Centre Exhaust section
R.C.M. 3 inch S/ Steel Rear Silencer
R.C.M. Air Induction System
Exhaust fitting kit
3 inch Exhaust Gasket x 2
RCM 76mm Induction Pipe
RCM Exhaust Manifold
Manifold fitting kit
RCM Air Induction kit
Samco Hose
3 Port Boost control solenoid
Uprated spark plugs
Lambda Sensor
SX fuel Pressure regulator
Uprated fuel pump
Nitrided Version 9 Crankcase assembly
RCM 76mm Induction Pipe

Motec M800 ECU
Motec logging memory (1 meg)
Motec Single Lambda support
Motec Lambda Adaptor
Motec Lambda Loom
Motec Bosch Lambda Adaptor
Motec 4 bar map sensor
Motec Air Temperature sensor plug
Motec Temperature sensor
Motec Air Temperature Boss
Motec Can adaptor
Defi Oil Temperature Gauge 60mm (white)
Defi Oil Pressure gauge 60mm (white)
Defi Turbo Boost gauge 60mm (white)
RCM gauge pod
Defi control unit II
Knock link display
Knock link sensor

APS 725 Series R Intercooler (9075cm3)
Subaru Radiator Assembly
Samco top & bottom hose kit
RCM cool panel guide
Fan pack
Bumper beam powder coated
Bumper beam reinforcement
Carbon Fibre inner wing panel
Radiator top mount rubbers
Alloy filler neck

OS Giken Triple Plate Clutch
RCM Hydraulic Release Bearing Kit
Clutch Balance
APR Flywheel bolt kit
6 speed gearbox assembly
Drainback Kit
Rear Diff Assembly

Hybrid Garret GT 30-37 Turbo
0.82 Exhaust Housing
44mm V Band Tial Waistgate
RCM Twisted Turbo Kit
Wingbox Assembly
RCM Air Injector kit
Twisted turbo Oil & Water kit
100mm Induction Hose
K&N Induction Filter
100mm Spun Trumpet
Dash 4 90 degree alloy fttg
Dash 4 90 fttg (s/steel)
Samco Intercooler Hose
RCM Header tank bracket
Motec Lambda sensor
Bosch (motorsport) 10bar fuel pump
RCM Sti Anti Fuel Surge kit
AP Racing 355mm x 32 AP 6 Pot front brakes
AP Racing 310mm AP 4 Pot rear brakes
Aeroquip hosing

EXE-TC Suspension
Sti front Top Mounts
Sti rear Top Mounts
4 Wheel Laser Alignment

Ceramic coating of headers
Ceramic coating of tubine housing
Ceramic coating of up & down pipe
Ceramic coating of Waste Gate pipes

Up to RCM next weekend for the following:-

Air Con is coming out (never used it in 5 yrs)
Carbon Fibre Prop shaft
Seperate mapping for Bio fuel
1000cc injectors
Launch Control is being activated.

Chow
Fudge
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 18-07-2009, 09:30 PM
scoobytibs scoobytibs is offline
Regular User
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Posts: 28
Default Re: Whats a modification insurance wise?

anything else fudge lol
__________________
if in doubt flat out
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 18-07-2009, 09:41 PM
lady-turbo-wrx's Avatar
lady-turbo-wrx lady-turbo-wrx is offline
Silver Member
 
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Kent
Posts: 869
Default Re: Whats a modification insurance wise?

Quote:
Originally Posted by Skullfudge
Gary Moulsdon of Keith Michaels Insurance is really helpful.

I would assume that a "modification" (with regards to advising your insurer) would relate to anything that has been removed and replaced with something different. Not sure if body work, skirts etc would count?

I used to be insured with Tesco's but my car out grew what they could insure, so I phoned Gary M.

To give you an idea this is the full list of mods & parts on my P1.

£ 880:00 fully comp / £ 500:00 access / track days at £ 60:00 but access is £ 1.500:00.

WRC 14mm Stud Conversion
Hone Bore Clearance
Block Face Skim
Closed Deck Block Assembly
RCM Omega forged high compression pistons
Piston Ring Set
WRC 14/12mm head stud kit
14mm Head Dowels
RCM Port & Polish
RH Cylinder Head Assembly
LH Cylinder Head Assembly
Oil Cooler Modine
Oil Filter
RCM WRC Nimonic Exhaust Valves
RCM WRC Inlet Valves
Half Moon Seal
Subaru Crankshaft Assembly
Crankshaft & Flywheel balance
RCM uprated H section conrod
ACL Racing bearing main
Subaru Version 9 big end bearing kit
Engine Gasket kit
RCM modified Oil Pump
Big wing Sump
Big wing Sump modification
Double Valve spring kit
Double Valve spring spacers
Uprated Thermostat
RCM lightweight Flywheel
Smooth Idler
Water Pump Assembly
Toothed Idler
Timing belt tensioner kit
Timing belt tensioner bracket
Tensioner seal
Tensioner Pulley
Head Ream 14mm
RCM Titanium Retainers
Bucker shim
LH Inner Cam belt cover
RCM Vernier Timing Belt Pulleys
Timing Belt
Timing Belt Tensioner
RCM Manifold
Manifold fitting kit
Rocket Cover gasket LH
Rocket Cover gasket RH
Spark Plug Gasket
RCM Alloy Pulley Kit
Sti Engine Mount LH
Sti Engine Mount RH
Modified Gearbox Mount
RCM Oil catch tank
RCM Oil catch tank fitting kit
850cc fuel injectors
R.C.M. 3 inch S/ Steel Open Neck Downpipe
R.C.M. 3 inch S/ Steel Centre Exhaust section
R.C.M. 3 inch S/ Steel Rear Silencer
R.C.M. Air Induction System
Exhaust fitting kit
3 inch Exhaust Gasket x 2
RCM 76mm Induction Pipe
RCM Exhaust Manifold
Manifold fitting kit
RCM Air Induction kit
Samco Hose
3 Port Boost control solenoid
Uprated spark plugs
Lambda Sensor
SX fuel Pressure regulator
Uprated fuel pump
Nitrided Version 9 Crankcase assembly
RCM 76mm Induction Pipe

Motec M800 ECU
Motec logging memory (1 meg)
Motec Single Lambda support
Motec Lambda Adaptor
Motec Lambda Loom
Motec Bosch Lambda Adaptor
Motec 4 bar map sensor
Motec Air Temperature sensor plug
Motec Temperature sensor
Motec Air Temperature Boss
Motec Can adaptor
Defi Oil Temperature Gauge 60mm (white)
Defi Oil Pressure gauge 60mm (white)
Defi Turbo Boost gauge 60mm (white)
RCM gauge pod
Defi control unit II
Knock link display
Knock link sensor

APS 725 Series R Intercooler (9075cm3)
Subaru Radiator Assembly
Samco top & bottom hose kit
RCM cool panel guide
Fan pack
Bumper beam powder coated
Bumper beam reinforcement
Carbon Fibre inner wing panel
Radiator top mount rubbers
Alloy filler neck

OS Giken Triple Plate Clutch
RCM Hydraulic Release Bearing Kit
Clutch Balance
APR Flywheel bolt kit
6 speed gearbox assembly
Drainback Kit
Rear Diff Assembly

Hybrid Garret GT 30-37 Turbo
0.82 Exhaust Housing
44mm V Band Tial Waistgate
RCM Twisted Turbo Kit
Wingbox Assembly
RCM Air Injector kit
Twisted turbo Oil & Water kit
100mm Induction Hose
K&N Induction Filter
100mm Spun Trumpet
Dash 4 90 degree alloy fttg
Dash 4 90 fttg (s/steel)
Samco Intercooler Hose
RCM Header tank bracket
Motec Lambda sensor
Bosch (motorsport) 10bar fuel pump
RCM Sti Anti Fuel Surge kit
AP Racing 355mm x 32 AP 6 Pot front brakes
AP Racing 310mm AP 4 Pot rear brakes
Aeroquip hosing

EXE-TC Suspension
Sti front Top Mounts
Sti rear Top Mounts
4 Wheel Laser Alignment

Ceramic coating of headers
Ceramic coating of tubine housing
Ceramic coating of up & down pipe
Ceramic coating of Waste Gate pipes

Up to RCM next weekend for the following:-

Air Con is coming out (never used it in 5 yrs)
Carbon Fibre Prop shaft
Seperate mapping for Bio fuel
1000cc injectors
Launch Control is being activated.

Chow
Fudge
Thanks Fudge i think it best to list all of my new mods important or not just to be sure thanks again,i think Keith Michaels is my next choice,could you please give me the number ...trace x
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 18-07-2009, 09:50 PM
2pac 2pac is offline
Bronze Member
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Posts: 313
Default Re: Whats a modification insurance wise?

Quote:
Originally Posted by Skullfudge
Gary Moulsdon of Keith Michaels Insurance is really helpful.

I would assume that a "modification" (with regards to advising your insurer) would relate to anything that has been removed and replaced with something different. Not sure if body work, skirts etc would count?

I used to be insured with Tesco's but my car out grew what they could insure, so I phoned Gary M.

To give you an idea this is the full list of mods & parts on my P1.

£ 880:00 fully comp / £ 500:00 access / track days at £ 60:00 but access is £ 1.500:00.

WRC 14mm Stud Conversion
Hone Bore Clearance
Block Face Skim
Closed Deck Block Assembly
RCM Omega forged high compression pistons
Piston Ring Set
WRC 14/12mm head stud kit
14mm Head Dowels
RCM Port & Polish
RH Cylinder Head Assembly
LH Cylinder Head Assembly
Oil Cooler Modine
Oil Filter
RCM WRC Nimonic Exhaust Valves
RCM WRC Inlet Valves
Half Moon Seal
Subaru Crankshaft Assembly
Crankshaft & Flywheel balance
RCM uprated H section conrod
ACL Racing bearing main
Subaru Version 9 big end bearing kit
Engine Gasket kit
RCM modified Oil Pump
Big wing Sump
Big wing Sump modification
Double Valve spring kit
Double Valve spring spacers
Uprated Thermostat
RCM lightweight Flywheel
Smooth Idler
Water Pump Assembly
Toothed Idler
Timing belt tensioner kit
Timing belt tensioner bracket
Tensioner seal
Tensioner Pulley
Head Ream 14mm
RCM Titanium Retainers
Bucker shim
LH Inner Cam belt cover
RCM Vernier Timing Belt Pulleys
Timing Belt
Timing Belt Tensioner
RCM Manifold
Manifold fitting kit
Rocket Cover gasket LH
Rocket Cover gasket RH
Spark Plug Gasket
RCM Alloy Pulley Kit
Sti Engine Mount LH
Sti Engine Mount RH
Modified Gearbox Mount
RCM Oil catch tank
RCM Oil catch tank fitting kit
850cc fuel injectors
R.C.M. 3 inch S/ Steel Open Neck Downpipe
R.C.M. 3 inch S/ Steel Centre Exhaust section
R.C.M. 3 inch S/ Steel Rear Silencer
R.C.M. Air Induction System
Exhaust fitting kit
3 inch Exhaust Gasket x 2
RCM 76mm Induction Pipe
RCM Exhaust Manifold
Manifold fitting kit
RCM Air Induction kit
Samco Hose
3 Port Boost control solenoid
Uprated spark plugs
Lambda Sensor
SX fuel Pressure regulator
Uprated fuel pump
Nitrided Version 9 Crankcase assembly
RCM 76mm Induction Pipe

Motec M800 ECU
Motec logging memory (1 meg)
Motec Single Lambda support
Motec Lambda Adaptor
Motec Lambda Loom
Motec Bosch Lambda Adaptor
Motec 4 bar map sensor
Motec Air Temperature sensor plug
Motec Temperature sensor
Motec Air Temperature Boss
Motec Can adaptor
Defi Oil Temperature Gauge 60mm (white)
Defi Oil Pressure gauge 60mm (white)
Defi Turbo Boost gauge 60mm (white)
RCM gauge pod
Defi control unit II
Knock link display
Knock link sensor

APS 725 Series R Intercooler (9075cm3)
Subaru Radiator Assembly
Samco top & bottom hose kit
RCM cool panel guide
Fan pack
Bumper beam powder coated
Bumper beam reinforcement
Carbon Fibre inner wing panel
Radiator top mount rubbers
Alloy filler neck

OS Giken Triple Plate Clutch
RCM Hydraulic Release Bearing Kit
Clutch Balance
APR Flywheel bolt kit
6 speed gearbox assembly
Drainback Kit
Rear Diff Assembly

Hybrid Garret GT 30-37 Turbo
0.82 Exhaust Housing
44mm V Band Tial Waistgate
RCM Twisted Turbo Kit
Wingbox Assembly
RCM Air Injector kit
Twisted turbo Oil & Water kit
100mm Induction Hose
K&N Induction Filter
100mm Spun Trumpet
Dash 4 90 degree alloy fttg
Dash 4 90 fttg (s/steel)
Samco Intercooler Hose
RCM Header tank bracket
Motec Lambda sensor
Bosch (motorsport) 10bar fuel pump
RCM Sti Anti Fuel Surge kit
AP Racing 355mm x 32 AP 6 Pot front brakes
AP Racing 310mm AP 4 Pot rear brakes
Aeroquip hosing

EXE-TC Suspension
Sti front Top Mounts
Sti rear Top Mounts
4 Wheel Laser Alignment

Ceramic coating of headers
Ceramic coating of tubine housing
Ceramic coating of up & down pipe
Ceramic coating of Waste Gate pipes

Up to RCM next weekend for the following:-

Air Con is coming out (never used it in 5 yrs)
Carbon Fibre Prop shaft
Seperate mapping for Bio fuel
1000cc injectors
Launch Control is being activated.

Chow
Fudge
thats not modifications, thats a whole new car!!!!!
Reply With Quote
  #10  
Old 18-07-2009, 09:58 PM
Steve_PPP's Avatar
Steve_PPP Steve_PPP is offline
Admin, Meets/Events Organiser
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Burgess Hill, Sussex
Posts: 13,293
Default Re: Whats a modification insurance wise?

bloody hell Clive, knew there were a lot of bits on that car but damn, thats a long list
Reply With Quote
  #11  
Old 19-07-2009, 12:40 AM
Skullfudge's Avatar
Skullfudge Skullfudge is offline
Platinum Member
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: KENT
Posts: 2,906
Default Re: Whats a modification insurance wise?

Here you go Tracey:

Keith Michaels Insurance PLC
Central House,
1-15 Central Road,
Worcester Park
SURREY
KT4 8EG

Gary Moulston : 800 542 2141

He's a likable fella, laid back & efficient.

------------------------

Yep, many mods now. My insurance form included a 2inch x 2 inch box, to list "Modifications" !!

It's virtually a full race machine with the appearance of a regular car now. Shame the car is not transparent as many of the parts look so nice but nothing is seen.
Reply With Quote
  #12  
Old 19-07-2009, 07:18 PM
Granby's Avatar
Granby Granby is offline
Gold Member
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: London
Posts: 2,333
Default Re: Whats a modification insurance wise?

Just like to add that you make sure you talk to Gary Moulston and no one else as he is the only one to deal with mods
__________________
Not built for the Twisty's
Reply With Quote
  #13  
Old 19-07-2009, 10:09 PM
Skullfudge's Avatar
Skullfudge Skullfudge is offline
Platinum Member
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: KENT
Posts: 2,906
Default Re: Whats a modification insurance wise?

Quote:
Originally Posted by Granby
Just like to add that you make sure you talk to Gary Moulston and no one else as he is the only one to deal with mods
Good point Gramp's
Reply With Quote
  #14  
Old 19-07-2009, 10:26 PM
Granby's Avatar
Granby Granby is offline
Gold Member
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: London
Posts: 2,333
Default Re: Whats a modification insurance wise?

Quote:
Originally Posted by Skullfudge
Quote:
Originally Posted by Granby
Just like to add that you make sure you talk to Gary Moulston and no one else as he is the only one to deal with mods
Good point Gramp's
Thanks Mr Competitive
__________________
Not built for the Twisty's
Reply With Quote
Reply


Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 
Thread Tools



All times are GMT +1. The time now is 07:57 PM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2025, vBulletin Solutions Inc.

Opinions expressed are not necessarily the opinions of SouthEastScoobies or any individuals directly or indirectly involved in this website. No responsibility is taken or assumed for any comments or statements made on this or any associated website. Visitors who use this website and rely on, or act on any information do so at their own judgement, discretion and or risk. SouthEastScoobies or its content providers shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from or otherwise in connection with your use of SouthEastScoobies forums. It is not possible for the Administrators of these forums, or the Moderators participating, to fully and effectively monitor Messages that are submitted for infringement of third party rights. If you believe that any information within the forums infringes your legal rights, or gives cause for concern you should notify an Administrator or a Moderator immediately giving such information to enable the recipient to amend, delete or remove in its entirety the message, at their earliest convenience.