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handyman2009

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  • About handyman2009
    Location
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
    Interests
    Found my dream car, finally
    Occupation
    Retired Computer Network Technician
    Country of Residence
    CA
    Gender
    Male
  • Signature
    2009 V8 Vantage Sport Pack Manual with VAP 200 cats, VAP ECU MAP, VAP dual clutch/flywheel, Satin Black HRE P101 19" wheels, N420 rear CF diffuser, front CF spoiler, V12 side sills, blackout all trim/grill/exhaust tips Satin Black
    2017 Jaguar XE R Sport (Diesel)
    2021 Audi A4 S-Line Mild Hybrid
    2025 Volvo XC40 Plus Mild Hybrid

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  • Last Activity: Yesterday 05:19 AM
  • Join Date: Oct 10, 2015
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  1. Johnny Hotspur GT
    Oct 17, 2025 11:38 AM
    Hello Handyman2009,
    I added the "Canadian Forces" badge to your profile for your service.

    Sincerely
    Johnny
  2. handyman2009
    Nov 20, 2024 04:06 AM
    Sorry for the late reply

    Glass ECU and Valet Key
  3. Suveer
    Aug 21, 2024 08:57 PM
    Hello Handyman2009,

    I hope this finds you well.

    I see that you mentioned you created a DIY post on converting a valet key to the Glass ECU however I am struggling to find that post. Please share a link with me.

    Much appreciated,
    Suveer
  4. Kennethd
    Sep 25, 2021 11:20 AM
    Hi Handyman2009,

    I recently acquired a used vantage V8 and was experiencing an engine issue. I came across an old thread in which you mentioned you faced a similar situation, I was hoping you could offer any insight or help as I have hit a roadblock here!

    Have a bunch of CELs: P0016, P0018, P0022, P0300, P0302, P0308, P0316. Were you able to solve your issue? You mentioned your mechanic had to replace the cam gear, are those the small wheel gears behind the cam?

    Thank you kindly,

    Ken
  5. Captain Cove
    Jul 28, 2021 08:33 AM
    Hi Francis,

    I'm in Gatineau, I think I figured out the procedure to program the keys but I have not tried it yet, I'm doing the ignition coils now and all the associated stuff on the V12. It would be great to meet at some point, I'm thinking to join the Niagara weekend drive in September, are you? Apparently Adroc Automotive Ltd in Ottawa works on AM cars but I have no personal experience with them yet.

    F
  6. Captain Cove
    Jun 6, 2021 07:02 PM
    Hi Handyman2009,

    I recently bought an Aston Martin and I'm also in Ottawa, I do most of maintenance work myself but I was wondering if there are any local shop that specialize in these cars locally in case I get over my head. I've been struggling at understanding the key system but I think I got it figured out with some help from ThinkDiag. Let me know here (I'm new here) or better by email at tref@sympatico.ca.

    thanks,
    Francois.

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