Many thanks for the advice, Steve.
I'm in Derby so will keep my eye open for meets in the area - very impressed with the knowledge and speed of replies here - great to meet people who know stuff!
Off to Halfords then!
Originally Posted by Steve - UK
Hi, where are you based? The belts on these engines have never been known to fail and there is no need to carry a spare. If you are in the UK your car will not have tyre pressure sensors. Tyre repair kit will remain usable for years past sell by date - but, only use as last resort. Carry a seperate spare tyre repair sealent £10.00 Halfords. This is ok for nails and small puntures and will get u home. Cheap puncture plug kits for DIY road side use are on Ebay and also worth carrying foor biger holes.
Check out
www.ukcrossfires.co.uk for info on UK meets and car info'
PS - Le mans - There is likely to be others going down from Midlands area for the 2011 LeMans 24hr !