Originally Posted by
StuartMI
Hang on, hang on.
So even if there is space in (V) 5 days out (which is when my usual Northwest flights clear - regardless of coach fare booked) I still won't get upgraded and will be forced to do a battlefield upgrade !?

If V inventory is there when your upgrade window (5 days out) occurs, you will be upgraded. I've had lots of T fares clear into First Class at 5 days out.