Greetings from Niagara, Ontario, Canada
#451
05-19-2018, 09:15 PM
Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: Niagara Region
Age: 52
Posts: 400
Rep Power: 27 
Emissions Test
Went for the test after driving for a couple days with no warnings or trouble codes.
Good news is the test passed once I coached the tech on plugging into the correct port under the dash (the left one).
I also took a video to see the steps their test goes through for Ontario's Drive Clean test.
Got my new plate sticker and went from the the best colour combo to one of the worst - at least we don't have to put stickers on the windshield here...
Good news is the test passed once I coached the tech on plugging into the correct port under the dash (the left one).
I also took a video to see the steps their test goes through for Ontario's Drive Clean test.
Got my new plate sticker and went from the the best colour combo to one of the worst - at least we don't have to put stickers on the windshield here...
#452
05-20-2018, 02:42 PM
Most of the failed thermostats I've seen were 7-8 years old. The easiest way to manage the thermostat issue is to just replace it at the same time as your coolant, so every 5 years. Cheap insurance, I think. The biggest hassle with the thermostat change is managing the coolant that comes out of it, so the thermostat is easy when you're draining the coolant anyway.
#453
05-22-2018, 05:01 PM
Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: Niagara Region
Age: 52
Posts: 400
Rep Power: 27
Washer tank leaking fix
So the fluid only lasts a day or two before the low washer fluid displays upon startup.
I decided to remove it from the car so out comes the wheel well liner yet again. Just a couple Torx bolts, 3 plugs, and 3 hoses to disconnect.
To my surprise the tank was not cracked or leaking so it is likely one of the seals.
I put vacuum caps on the pumps (one for windshield and other for headlights) and neither of them leaked a drop over 2 days.
The leak came from the back where the sensor is.
The seal has a flat side on it to clear the shape of the bottle - it was off by 90 degrees causing the leak. A lucky easy fix with no parts needed. I trimmed the hoses back a 1/2" for a new seal on the pumps as preventative maintenance.
Cleaned tank, reassembled, installed, primed and tested.
All good now as level hasn't dropped = success
I suggest connecting the fill hose first:
Lot of pics in sequential order may help someone out in the future
I decided to remove it from the car so out comes the wheel well liner yet again. Just a couple Torx bolts, 3 plugs, and 3 hoses to disconnect.
To my surprise the tank was not cracked or leaking so it is likely one of the seals.
I put vacuum caps on the pumps (one for windshield and other for headlights) and neither of them leaked a drop over 2 days.
The leak came from the back where the sensor is.
The seal has a flat side on it to clear the shape of the bottle - it was off by 90 degrees causing the leak. A lucky easy fix with no parts needed. I trimmed the hoses back a 1/2" for a new seal on the pumps as preventative maintenance.
Cleaned tank, reassembled, installed, primed and tested.
All good now as level hasn't dropped = success
I suggest connecting the fill hose first:
Lot of pics in sequential order may help someone out in the future
#454
05-26-2018, 08:40 PM
Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: Niagara Region
Age: 52
Posts: 400
Rep Power: 27 
Went to a James Bond themed casino charity event
Nice opportunity to bring the Vantage and get VIP parking
Great night with Hockey Hall of Fame member Paul Coffey as MC.
Great night with Hockey Hall of Fame member Paul Coffey as MC.
#455
06-01-2018, 02:25 PM
Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: Niagara Region
Age: 52
Posts: 400
Rep Power: 27
AMOC Canada East Spring Drive
Hi Guys, wanted to share some pics from the day.
A record 22 Aston's participated in the spirited drive from Toronto to Kleinburg, Ontario for lunch at XXI Chophouse in the "Doctor's House".
An expert from B&O was on hand to educate on the sound system for the Aston Martin and a local tailor specializing in bespoke suits.
The unveiling was a Q 1of1 Silver Birch DB11 V8 (the DB5 Goldfinger colour) reported to have a 300 man hour paint job.
Happily, the speed limit appeared to be only a suggestion on the drive through rural winding country roads. What looked like rain in the early morning turned into a great weather day for a cruise. My black Vantage was easy to spot as the first with smoked marker lights
A record 22 Aston's participated in the spirited drive from Toronto to Kleinburg, Ontario for lunch at XXI Chophouse in the "Doctor's House".
An expert from B&O was on hand to educate on the sound system for the Aston Martin and a local tailor specializing in bespoke suits.
The unveiling was a Q 1of1 Silver Birch DB11 V8 (the DB5 Goldfinger colour) reported to have a 300 man hour paint job.
Happily, the speed limit appeared to be only a suggestion on the drive through rural winding country roads. What looked like rain in the early morning turned into a great weather day for a cruise. My black Vantage was easy to spot as the first with smoked marker lights
Last edited by 007V8Vantage; 06-01-2018 at 02:28 PM.
#456
06-04-2018, 11:15 AM
Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: Niagara Region
Age: 52
Posts: 400
Rep Power: 27
Header starter and cats installed
Took 4 hours a side over two days.
Most stud nuts accessed from side with liners removed.
Rest from underneath, top wasn't necessary.
Cats are easy except tightening top bolts are a little tight.
EGR plug added with tube removed.
New starter works great and no leaks from new gaskets.
I'll post some videos soon of the new sound.
Cost me $670 CDN.
Check out the pics and let me know if you have any questions.
Most stud nuts accessed from side with liners removed.
Rest from underneath, top wasn't necessary.
Cats are easy except tightening top bolts are a little tight.
EGR plug added with tube removed.
New starter works great and no leaks from new gaskets.
I'll post some videos soon of the new sound.
Cost me $670 CDN.
Check out the pics and let me know if you have any questions.
Last edited by 007V8Vantage; 06-04-2018 at 11:25 AM.
#457
06-04-2018, 11:23 AM
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Age: 59
Posts: 1,471
Rep Power: 90 
#458
06-04-2018, 11:32 AM
Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: Niagara Region
Age: 52
Posts: 400
Rep Power: 27
Agreed!
If you've done the tune I'd appreciate any tips and/or a copy of the missing instructions....
#459
06-04-2018, 11:43 AM
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Age: 59
Posts: 1,471
Rep Power: 90
I will send you the instruction tonight, I am talking with Chris and making some changes to my tune. Talk tonight
#460
06-13-2018, 04:07 PM
Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: Niagara Region
Age: 52
Posts: 400
Rep Power: 27
Fixing the active exhaust on my Vantage
First I checked and lubricated the valves:
With the fuse in the pump was running repeatedly telling me there is a leak in the vacuum system:
The culprit was a split vacuum line that connects the valve to a tee fitting. It was only 1-1/2" long so I grabbed some spare hose I had and another free fix for me:
To test my repair I use a piece of 2x4 and the power seat button to set rpm to just below and just over 1500 rpm. Now it's working like a charm
With the fuse in the pump was running repeatedly telling me there is a leak in the vacuum system:
The culprit was a split vacuum line that connects the valve to a tee fitting. It was only 1-1/2" long so I grabbed some spare hose I had and another free fix for me:
To test my repair I use a piece of 2x4 and the power seat button to set rpm to just below and just over 1500 rpm. Now it's working like a charm
#461
06-13-2018, 04:30 PM
Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: Niagara Region
Age: 52
Posts: 400
Rep Power: 27 
VIdeo of sound with and without Fuse 22 after mods
Velocity AP headers and 200 cell cats installed and active exhaust fixed:
#462
06-13-2018, 04:40 PM
Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: Niagara Region
Age: 52
Posts: 400
Rep Power: 27
Videos of startup and acceleration after headers and cats installed
First thing I did was re-install the security package tray in the trunk
Driving around with the windows down is intoxicating and my average fuel consumption has increase the past week due to a more aggresive driving style
Initial startup to check new starter:
Driving with smartphone on the passenger seat and windows down:
Driving with Fuse 22 out:
Enjoy!
Driving around with the windows down is intoxicating and my average fuel consumption has increase the past week due to a more aggresive driving style
Initial startup to check new starter:
Driving with smartphone on the passenger seat and windows down:
Driving with Fuse 22 out:
Enjoy!
#463
06-14-2018, 10:38 AM
First thing I did was re-install the security package tray in the trunk
Driving around with the windows down is intoxicating and my average fuel consumption has increase the past week due to a more aggresive driving style
Initial startup to check new starter:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVfjQp6gNPA
Driving with smartphone on the passenger seat and windows down:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCocOuHTgmg
Driving with Fuse 22 out:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wG4uS4N_d8E
Enjoy!
Driving around with the windows down is intoxicating and my average fuel consumption has increase the past week due to a more aggresive driving style
Initial startup to check new starter:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVfjQp6gNPA
Driving with smartphone on the passenger seat and windows down:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCocOuHTgmg
Driving with Fuse 22 out:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wG4uS4N_d8E
Enjoy!
#465
06-15-2018, 08:53 AM
Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: Niagara Region
Age: 52
Posts: 400
Rep Power: 27
Everything downstream of the 200 cell cats are OEM stock exhaust and muffler.
