TFM's 854R
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Post 425493 by T5frankie on 2011-11-13 19:52:59
getting as bad as me mate i have 3 cars too , bet you don't keep the s70 now
Post 425494 by The Flying Moose on 2011-11-13 19:53:18
First mod was completed today also, fitted a standard grill back on and some original and legal number plates to replace the metal Euro style plates.
From this:
To this:
I think I may possibly re-fit the black grill but with a Volvo slash, I do however like it looking standard at the front.
Post 425496 by daza-b on 2011-11-13 19:53:56
looking good m8 :)
Post 425498 by volvo on 2011-11-13 19:54:43
nice looking motor you have there TFM! Its nice when they have been well maintained too hey!
Post 425502 by bigrotch on 2011-11-13 19:55:43
mate id say 18t or 19, ive got 16t whites and rip kit as u see today... now knowing how the 16t is its not quit enough mate so min 18t id say
Post 425505 by T5frankie on 2011-11-13 19:57:50
[quote=bigrotch;425502]mate id say 18t or 19, ive got 16t whites and rip kit as u see today... now knowing how the 16t is its not quit enough mate so min 18t id say[/quote]
listen mate it's never enough you will always want more and more
Post 425507 by bigrotch on 2011-11-13 19:59:42
i can beleave that aswell t5frankie
Post 425508 by The Flying Moose on 2011-11-13 20:00:15
[quote=bigrotch;425502]mate id say 18t or 19, ive got 16t whites and rip kit as u see today... now knowing how the 16t is its not quit enough mate so min 18t id say[/quote]
Ive had a 16T/18T and 19T mate infact owned all three turbo's at once. The reason I am considering the 16T is simply because I know good power can be made with little lag.
The 18T and 19T can be made very well and with little lag on manual cars but its definately a little harder with autos I think, we'll see!
Post 425511 by p fandango on 2011-11-13 20:02:41
[quote=The Flying Moose;425508]auto[/quote]
:hihi:
atleast it looks nice
Post 425513 by T5frankie on 2011-11-13 20:05:44
swap for an estate?
Post 425515 by The Flying Moose on 2011-11-13 20:06:00
[quote=t5frankie;425493]getting as bad as me mate i have 3 cars too , bet you don't keep the s70 now[/quote]
Well the S70 owes me £200 so Im in no rush to get rid. I think I may well break it and use the turbo, injectors and RIP on the 850R. Would also be ideal for the donor parts for a manual conversion, although id use the M56L I have over the M56H.
[quote=p fandango;425511]:hihi:
atleast it looks nice[/quote]
Listen it wont be staying auto forever, when I can afford to recon the box and fit a gripper diff then Ill go manual.
Post 425517 by The Flying Moose on 2011-11-13 20:06:51
[quote=t5frankie;425513]swap for an estate?[/quote]
Thanks mate but not a chance, this ones mint and having temporarily owned it before I know how it runs.
Post 425518 by T5frankie on 2011-11-13 20:06:59
[quote=The Flying Moose;425515]Well the S70 owes me £200 so Im in no rush to get rid. I think I may well break it and use the turbo, injectors and RIP on the 850R. Would also be ideal for the donor parts for a manual conversion, although id use the M56L I have over the M56H.
Listen it wont be staying auto forever, when I can afford to recon the box and fit a gripper diff then Ill go manual.[/quote]
just fit an m59 mate
Post 425519 by T5frankie on 2011-11-13 20:07:33
[quote=The Flying Moose;425517]Thanks mate but not a chance, this ones mint and having temporarily owned it before I know how it runs.[/quote]
ill enjoy destroying it on the strip then mate lol
Post 425520 by The Flying Moose on 2011-11-13 20:08:09
[quote=t5frankie;425518]just fit an m59 mate[/quote]
Too weak Frankie, as and when I can afford the diff ill probably forge the bottom end and buy a bigger turbo too.
That said if an M59 comes up cheap then its the obvious choice.
Post 425521 by The Flying Moose on 2011-11-13 20:09:04
[quote=t5frankie;425519]ill enjoy destroying it on the strip then mate lol[/quote]
Sounds like a challenge Frankie, one I shall dearly accept... (oh dear I need to do some serious work now!)
Post 425524 by T5frankie on 2011-11-13 20:09:34
[quote=The Flying Moose;425520]Too weak Frankie, as and when I can afford the diff ill probably forge the bottom end and buy a bigger turbo too.
That said if an M59 comes up cheap then its the obvious choice.[/quote]
i dont think they are weak mate i quite abuse mine always have at high boost and flying starts and i've never heard them groan at all
Post 425528 by p fandango on 2011-11-13 20:11:36
& the M59 is reliable which is more than can be said for some diffs lol
Post 425531 by The Flying Moose on 2011-11-13 20:13:19
[quote=p fandango;425528]& the M59 is reliable which is more than can be said for some diffs lol[/quote]
If your reffering to Wobbly then I think its safe to say he has just been extremely unlucky.
Post 425545 by p fandango on 2011-11-13 20:27:57
[quote=The Flying Moose;425531]If your reffering to Wobbly then I think its safe to say he has just been extremely unlucky.[/quote]
no i wasn't tbh, altho i have now read stories of Quaifes failing. Glad i went for traction control instead
Post 425556 by Jim S70R on 2011-11-13 20:50:27
As i said to you toady it is a lovely car and Im sure in your hands it will become something very special ;)
Post 425561 by The Flying Moose on 2011-11-13 20:59:16
[quote=Jim S70R;425556]As i said to you toady it is a lovely car and Im sure in your hands it will become something very special ;)[/quote]
Just a shame its slow red eh? Will require extra modification obviously!
Post 425563 by Jim S70R on 2011-11-13 21:04:50
[quote=The Flying Moose;425561]Just a shame its slow red eh? Will require extra modification obviously![/quote]
Well you've got the spares to sort it ;)
Post 425647 by AndysR on 2011-11-13 23:09:54
Lovely car this, will do you well. Be interesting to see how it performs on the 1/4 with the mods :)
Post 425711 by martybelfastt5 on 2011-11-14 11:25:52
yes!!!!! now that is tasty will be intresting to see how this treats you,,lol
Post 425726 by antz on 2011-11-14 12:45:54
thats lovely! prefer the stadnard grill, maybe spray the grill black but leave the edge and arrow chrome.
Post 425914 by LiamT4 on 2011-11-14 20:45:40
Very nice car mate, but think an S70R would have been better :wink:
Post 426011 by Jim S70R on 2011-11-14 23:21:43
[quote=The Flying Moose;425508]Ive had a 16T/18T and 19T mate infact owned all three turbo's at once. The reason I am considering the 16T is simply because I know good power can be made with little lag.
The 18T and 19T can be made very well and with little lag on manual cars but its definately a little harder with autos I think, we'll see![/quote]
Be good to see another auto with mods doing the 1/4 mile events
Post 426035 by The Flying Moose on 2011-11-15 00:20:31
[quote=Jim S70R;426011]Be good to see another auto with mods doing the 1/4 mile events[/quote]
Perhaps aim for the fastest Auto T5? :)
Post 426050 by JT on 2011-11-15 08:42:07
Looks great mate!! :)
Post 426215 by martybelfastt5 on 2011-11-15 18:56:17
how does the pwerflow sound as i might be getting one myself, havent great choice locally
Post 426223 by The Flying Moose on 2011-11-15 19:02:25
[quote=martybelfastt5;426215]how does the pwerflow sound as i might be getting one myself, havent great choice locally[/quote]
To be honest its quite quiet. It only has one silencer but its a large one and the CAT is still in place for the time being. It does however sound nice if a little mellow when you apply your right foot.
Powerflow however do have a vast variety of silencers. On my old 850 T5 I too had a custom powerflow but with two smaller silencers and it sounded fantastic. Infact I think the words I used to describe it were "Its quiet at idle and sounds like a jet on boost".
Best thing you can do is start with one medium silencer and add another if its too loud.
Post 426233 by T5frankie on 2011-11-15 19:16:08
[quote=The Flying Moose;426223]To be honest its quite quiet. It only has one silencer but its a large one and the CAT is still in place for the time being. It does however sound nice if a little mellow when you apply your right foot.
Powerflow however do have a vast variety of silencers. On my old 850 T5 I too had a custom powerflow but with two smaller silencers and it sounded fantastic. Infact I think the words I used to describe it were "Its quiet at idle and sounds like a jet on boost".
Best thing you can do is start with one medium silencer and add another if its too loud.[/quote]
it can never be too loud lol
Post 426240 by p fandango on 2011-11-15 19:20:02
[quote=martybelfastt5;426215]how does the pwerflow sound as i might be getting one myself, havent great choice locally[/quote]
BT with a decat & Powerflow medium silencer :)
[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXMAak4HQ0Q[/ame]
Post 426247 by Jim S70R on 2011-11-15 19:28:44
[quote=p fandango;426240]BT with a decat & Powerflow medium silencer :)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXMAak4HQ0Q[/quote]
Sounds really nice, was that Mr A Grinder driving lol.
Post 426360 by AndysR on 2011-11-15 22:19:12
[quote=p fandango;426240]BT with a decat & Powerflow medium silencer :)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXMAak4HQ0Q[/quote]
That's one thing I wish the JT did and that's sound like a jet on the go.. something my old Ferrita did albeit being a saloon you couldn't hear it inside the car :(
Post 426362 by AndysR on 2011-11-15 22:20:05
[quote=The Flying Moose;426035]Perhaps aim for the fastest Auto T5? :)[/quote]
Err....... R ;) pmsl...
Anyway, the Americans seem to get good 1/4's with an Auto. Be good to see what is possible from an auto though :)
Post 429035 by mitchyboy01 on 2011-11-23 17:32:23
I vote black grill. I usually like the standard grills but as you say, the black does compliment the splitter very well.
Post 429073 by The Flying Moose on 2011-11-23 19:16:16
[quote=mitchyboy01;429035]I vote black grill. I usually like the standard grills but as you say, the black does compliment the splitter very well.[/quote]
I was thinking on the same lines mate, far prefer the standard grill in most cases but the chrome grill looked out of place when I fitted the splitter.
[quote=t5frankie;429036]think thats what i want my grill to look like, looks good mate[/quote]
Cheers Frankie, doddle really take the badge of can of spray and away you go ;)
[quote=AndysR;429060]Jobs well done, car's looking lush for it too! I actually think the black grille suits the red paintwork. Perhaps even give the lower grilles a lick of black paint so it all blends? Standard indicator set up is a must with the standard lamps they look loads better! Look forward to seeing it again at the Ace meet on Sunday. Well done Emlyn :)[/quote]
Yeah I think it suits the red too mate, it didnt look right originally though I dont think with the Volvo badge abscent.
I really like the idea of giving the lower grills a lick of paint, I think ill be doing that.
The standard indicators look a little tired compared to the almost brand new headlamp units so I need to do something with them.
Post 429076 by AndysR on 2011-11-23 19:24:30
[quote=The Flying Moose;429073]
Yeah I think it suits the red too mate, it didnt look right originally though I dont think with the Volvo badge abscent. [/quote]
Oh yeah an all black grille requires the chrome slash to break it up. Plus with the grille badge/slash present it looks factory along the lines of a 740 or later 240 grille so doesn't stand out like a grille without the badge would.
[quote=The Flying Moose;429073]
I really like the idea of giving the lower grills a lick of paint, I think ill be doing that. [/quote]
I would, been thinking about doing it on mine.... The ONLY thing stopping me is that due to their locations they'll be crying out for stones to chip them.
[quote=The Flying Moose;429073]
The standard indicators look a little tired compared to the almost brand new headlamp units so I need to do something with them. [/quote]
I know what you mean, I fitted new indicators for the very same reason... :hidesbehi
Post 429081 by The Flying Moose on 2011-11-23 19:30:41
[quote=AndysR;429076]Oh yeah an all black grille requires the chrome slash to break it up. Plus with the grille badge/slash present it looks factory along the lines of a 740 or later 240 grille so doesn't stand out like a grille without the badge would.
I would, been thinking about doing it on mine.... The ONLY thing stopping me is that due to their locations they'll be crying out for stones to chip them.
I know what you mean, I fitted new indicators for the very same reason... :hidesbehi[/quote]
You hit the nail on the head with what I wanted to achieve, I hate point blank aftermarket grill's so was aiming for one that was improved over the original unit but still looked like it was "meant to be".
Im not overly concerned about stone chips, a good few coats of decent laquer should prevent that.
I really hope that I wont end up having to buy new indicators as I cant see them being cheap from Volvo. Luckily I have two or three pairs so can experiment with various chemicals to try an achieve the best possible finish.
Post 429085 by AndysR on 2011-11-23 19:41:14
[quote=The Flying Moose;429081]
You hit the nail on the head with what I wanted to achieve, I hate point blank aftermarket grill's so was aiming for one that was improved over the original unit but still looked like it was "meant to be".[/quote]
Indeed, and if your good original grille is really good you might be able to sell it ;)
[quote=The Flying Moose;429081]
Im not overly concerned about stone chips, a good few coats of decent laquer should prevent that.[/quote]
Prevent, I'd say reduce as it's going to happen.. lol
[quote=The Flying Moose;429081]
I really hope that I wont end up having to buy new indicators as I cant see them being cheap from Volvo. Luckily I have two or three pairs so can experiment with various chemicals to try an achieve the best possible finish. [/quote]
Around £39.00 a piece when I bought mine, if you've got a collection all well and good. I am sure I've also got my originals somewhere that your welcome to, provided I can find them, if you can't make a good set up out of the ones you have although from memory I think the n/s one has a small section of the outer lip missing but is hardly noticeable once fitted.
Post 429096 by Jim S70R on 2011-11-23 20:04:54
That looks wicked Emlyn, the black grill really suits your car and the wheels look the nuts!!
Post 429098 by The Flying Moose on 2011-11-23 20:08:45
[quote=Jim S70R;429096]That looks wicked Emlyn, the black grill really suits your car and the wheels look the nuts!![/quote]
Cheers James, the whole car and wheels are actually filthy in those pictures. Ill get some decent pictures of the wheels after a good clean and polish.
Andy, hopfully ill have enough to go with but if needs be then ill take you up on your very kind offer.
Post 429111 by LiamT4 on 2011-11-23 20:27:44
I think the black grille goes well on red cars.
Post 429127 by Jim S70R on 2011-11-23 21:14:36
A nice mod for your car would be a carbon back panel and having the tip of the boot spoiler painted in gloss black, now that would compliment the black grill and splitter.....all in good time mind you ; )
Post 429144 by The Flying Moose on 2011-11-23 21:36:03
[quote=Jim S70R;429127]A nice mod for your car would be a carbon back panel and having the tip of the boot spoiler painted in gloss black, now that would compliment the black grill and splitter.....all in good time mind you ; )[/quote]
I would love a carbon back panel, they are I believe very rare though... if you see one let me know ;)
Post 429152 by WOODY T5 on 2011-11-23 21:41:39
looking very nice that now mate p.s i know someone who as one?
Post 429153 by Jim S70R on 2011-11-23 21:41:44
[quote=The Flying Moose;429144]I would love a carbon back panel, they are I believe very rare though... if you see one let me know ;)[/quote]
Rocking horse what.....
Will do, if not the 3m carbon wrap could be an option for you.
Post 429156 by Jamest5r on 2011-11-23 21:44:21
Looking good Em but we expect nothing less from you :)
Black grill for me.
Ive got about 5/6 of those clear indicators if you need them some/most have broken clips lol but good for experimenting.
Post 429158 by AndysR on 2011-11-23 21:45:41
[quote=The Flying Moose;429144]I would love a carbon back panel, they are I believe very rare though... if you see one let me know ;)[/quote]
Tell me about it! I want one for mine. As the rear of the saloon is quite flat I think we could get away with getting a sheet of the stuff. I'm in the process of looking out for some reasonably cheap sheet and having someone cut it out from a template... as I don't think cutting carbon fibre neatly is something you can achieve with a junior hacksaw... lol
Post 429178 by The Flying Moose on 2011-11-23 22:04:11
[quote=smithness;429152]looking very nice that now mate p.s i know someone who as one?[/quote]
Oh really? I wonder who that might be?
[quote=Jim S70R;429153]Rocking horse what.....
Will do, if not the 3m carbon wrap could be an option for you.[/quote]
Its an option but why settle for any less than genuine carbon firbe, I think it would have to be sheeted carbon fibre cut to fit.
[quote=jamest5r;429156]Looking good Em but we expect nothing less from you :)
Black grill for me.
Ive got about 5/6 of those clear indicators if you need them some/most have broken clips lol but good for experimenting.[/quote]
Cheers James, too kind! Im no expert just have no woman to spend money on at the moment so ploughing it into the car.
[quote=AndysR;429158]Tell me about it! I want one for mine. As the rear of the saloon is quite flat I think we could get away with getting a sheet of the stuff. I'm in the process of looking out for some reasonably cheap sheet and having someone cut it out from a template... as I don't think cutting carbon fibre neatly is something you can achieve with a junior hacksaw... lol[/quote]
I know someone with a laser cutter ;)
I think you might be onto something there Andy, watch this space.
Post 429182 by leet5r on 2011-11-23 22:06:43
looks good m8 , them volans are spotless , good work , needs droppin a bit tho
Post 429191 by The Flying Moose on 2011-11-23 22:12:04
[quote=leet5r;429182]looks good m8 , them volans are spotless , good work , needs droppin a bit tho[/quote]
Cheers mate, funny you should mension lowering...
http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?t=39060
Post 429192 by AndysR on 2011-11-23 22:12:36
[quote=The Flying Moose;429178]Oh really? I wonder who that might be?
Its an option but why settle for any less than genuine carbon firbe, I think it would have to be sheeted carbon fibre cut to fit.
Cheers James, too kind! Im no expert just have no woman to spend money on at the moment so ploughing it into the car.
I know someone with a laser cutter ;)
I think you might be onto something there Andy, watch this space.[/quote]
Excellent, to add.. can you make sure the space to be watched is filled with 2 please :)
Post 429199 by The Flying Moose on 2011-11-23 22:22:53
[quote=AndysR;429192]Excellent, to add.. can you make sure the space to be watched is filled with 2 please :)[/quote]
Cant see that being a problem.
Post 429202 by AndysR on 2011-11-23 22:30:14
[quote=The Flying Moose;429199]Cant see that being a problem.[/quote]
Nice one ;)
Post 438062 by p fandango on 2011-12-18 22:46:43
very nice, i keep threatening to get a TT but blow the money on other stuff. You managed to work it ok
Post 438065 by The Flying Moose on 2011-12-18 22:52:21
[quote=p fandango;438062]very nice, i keep threatening to get a TT but blow the money on other stuff. You managed to work it ok[/quote]
I have just never had the money, having just recieved some birthday cash I thought it be best spent on something useful like a Turbo-Tuner rather than unimportant things like food and clothing.
The Software seems easy to use, havnt really played with it much other than switching between maps, altering boost and putting the limiters on!
Post 438068 by Volvostorm on 2011-12-18 22:57:03
40mph limited already!? ;)
Post 438069 by The Flying Moose on 2011-12-18 23:01:14
[quote=Pault5estate;438068]40mph limited already!? ;)[/quote]
Haha not quite. I tried the 70mph limit, ill call it the license saver map.
I think the limiter will prive very useful If I ever need leave the car at a garage... 30mph limit it is then!
Post 438070 by Volvostorm on 2011-12-18 23:05:41
Yeah, I'm going to have a service map too!
Post 438073 by mitchyboy01 on 2011-12-18 23:16:11
i wish they did a TT for the T4. looks like a good bit of kit.
Post 438261 by smithy on 2011-12-19 18:23:57
[quote=WOODY T5;438133]hmm tt ecu now at this rate u be giving smithy a run for is money on the 1/4mile?[/quote]
no chance lol
Post 438271 by The Flying Moose on 2011-12-19 19:26:11
[quote=WOODY T5;438133]hmm tt ecu now at this rate u be giving smithy a run for is money on the 1/4mile?[/quote]
Quite possibly :)
If nothing else next time I visit you wont notice the car, completely different when I've finished.
[quote=smithy;438261]no chance lol[/quote]
We can dream cant we?
Post 438276 by Jim S70R on 2011-12-19 19:39:05
So the old red beast has responed well to the turbo tuner then, looking forward to seeing her in action on the 1/4 mile, we could do with some more fast autos.
Post 438278 by The Flying Moose on 2011-12-19 19:43:03
[quote=Jim S70R;438276]So the old red beast has responed well to the turbo tuner then, looking forward to seeing her in action on the 1/4 mile, we could do with some more fast autos.[/quote]
It responded as I expected, I have nearly completed a stage 0 and only the vacuum lines left to replace.
Definately need more auto's mate, couldnt agree more. I have decided to aim for fastest auto on VPCUK. So far I believe we have Andy at 14.4 so thats my target.
I have a few hardware changes to make prior to putting a map on but fingers crossed it will make good. stable power.
Post 438280 by Jim S70R on 2011-12-19 19:47:00
Excellent stuff, will certainly be good to see fella, also the good thing about it is you can change the map every time you add something to the car.
Post 438282 by T5frankie on 2011-12-19 19:53:10
[quote=Jim S70R;438280]Excellent stuff, will certainly be good to see fella, also the good thing about it is you can change the map every time you add something to the car.[/quote]
think andy has a 14.3 mate
Post 438283 by T5frankie on 2011-12-19 19:55:17
[quote=The Flying Moose;438278]It responded as I expected, I have nearly completed a stage 0 and only the vacuum lines left to replace.
Definately need more auto's mate, couldnt agree more. I have decided to aim for fastest auto on VPCUK. So far I believe we have Andy at 14.4 so thats my target.
I have a few hardware changes to make prior to putting a map on but fingers crossed it will make good. stable power.[/quote]
think andy has a 14.3 mate
Post 438410 by The Flying Moose on 2011-12-20 01:22:58
[quote=Jim S70R;438280]Excellent stuff, will certainly be good to see fella, also the good thing about it is you can change the map every time you add something to the car.[/quote]
That was sort of the idea behind the insanity. It will also be a learning curve.
Ultimately ill end up having it professionally mapped once I have the "right" turbo fitted.
I have been kindly donated a map by JT for the TT which was custom tuned and configured for a 3" DP, air filter, 16T and whites. Running 1.4 bar at peak boost in the higher gears. It achieved him 291bhp on the Dyno so will be interesting to see how it performs on my car.
[quote=t5frankie;438283]think andy has a 14.3 mate[/quote]
Cheers Frankie, stuff it lets go for a 14.0 eh? Perhaps aim for 100mph terminal too.
Post 438411 by Leeds_finest on 2011-12-20 01:26:50
Looked good on Sunday mate :)
Post 438412 by The Flying Moose on 2011-12-20 01:33:39
[quote=Leeds_finest;438411]Looked good on Sunday mate :)[/quote]
Thanks mate, the car is far from I want it to be and the paintwork needs a bloody good polish.
Did you spot the war wound too? Had a cunk missing from the front splitter where it bottomed out in a pot hole :(
Post 438414 by smithy on 2011-12-20 01:42:40
[quote=The Flying Moose;438271]Quite possibly :)
If nothing else next time I visit you wont notice the car, completely different when I've finished.
We can dream cant we?[/quote]
im looking forward to this mate and looking forward to ur car being finished but i would still put a bigger turbo than a 16t may be a 19t or 18t or mod the 16t to get the most out of the tt tuner but this is imho
Post 438415 by martybelfastt5 on 2011-12-20 01:45:35
looking good emlyn im having a tt too at some point ace bit of kit!
Post 438417 by The Flying Moose on 2011-12-20 01:49:06
[quote=smithy;438414]im looking forward to this mate and looking forward to ur car being finished but i would still put a bigger turbo than a 16t may be a 19t or 18t or mod the 16t to get the most out of the tt tuner but this is imho[/quote]
Ive not decided which turbo ill go with ultimately, probably some sort of hybrid maximised for mid range power.
However Im going to work with what I have got for now, essentially I now have ready to be fitted a 16T and a fully custom tuned map to a car of near identical specification.
I think its worth seeing how it fares up.
Post 438422 by smithy on 2011-12-20 03:56:46
[quote=The Flying Moose;438417]Ive not decided which turbo ill go with ultimately, probably some sort of hybrid maximised for mid range power.
However Im going to work with what I have got for now, essentially I now have ready to be fitted a 16T and a fully custom tuned map to a car of near identical specification.
I think its worth seeing how it fares up.[/quote]
nice one for a start up mate then later get a 19t with 20g upgrade witch will give u the mid to high power u crave and im looking forward to having u next to me on the strip beating me in my 138 bhp 940
Post 438664 by AndysR on 2011-12-20 20:57:41
[quote=The Flying Moose;438410]That was sort of the idea behind the insanity. It will also be a learning curve.
Ultimately ill end up having it professionally mapped once I have the "right" turbo fitted.
I have been kindly donated a map by JT for the TT which was custom tuned and configured for a 3" DP, air filter, 16T and whites. Running 1.4 bar at peak boost in the higher gears. It achieved him 291bhp on the Dyno so will be interesting to see how it performs on my car.
Cheers Frankie, stuff it lets go for a 14.0 eh? Perhaps aim for 100mph terminal too.[/quote]
That's great news you've managed to grab yourself a TT Emlyn...
I have to confess I was apprehensive when I got my TT because it was one of the first in the UK, you can tell alot more have been sold by the number on your ECU, and little was known about them on the UK forums. I have to say the transformation that custom mapping has made to mine is worth every bit of cash and worry I had at the time. Yours should really be a flying machine with the mods it will be interesting to see how things progress.
Be careful with the manual map on your auto as gearchanges on an auto are done under WOT circumstances and you WILL suffer with boost spikes and potential rod issues if your not careful especially when running 1.4 bar in the higher gears.
Best of luck with the fastest auto feat. I have to confess a 1/4 of 14 seconds and a 100 mph terminal shouldn't be an issue with the right tune/mods especially if you do a brake start/torque start. I managed over a 100 when I did mine without brake starting, I doubt you'll be seeing mine on the 1/4 mile again so you shouldn't have any competition. 2012 you will automatically be fastest, although you'll have Ed's T5 which puts up a fair fight with very similar mods to your current ones ;)
Post 438668 by claymore on 2011-12-20 21:03:48
It would appear that the TT is the new HLM 304 :)
Post 438670 by p fandango on 2011-12-20 21:09:05
[quote=claymore;438668]It would appear that the TT is the new HLM 304 :)[/quote]
people are getting more adventurous with modifications & it makes sense to buy a TT isn't of getting it custom mapped everytime you change something
Post 438673 by JT on 2011-12-20 21:10:38
He's a bit quiet today??
must be out there in the cold and dark trying to fit a 16t?? lol
Post 438675 by AndysR on 2011-12-20 21:11:44
[quote=johnnytempest;438673]He's a bit quiet today??
must be out there in the cold and dark trying to fit a 16t?? lol[/quote]
I thought he had the turbo change mastered in something silly like an hour... He's obviously "playing" as well ;)
Post 438676 by Jamest5r on 2011-12-20 21:12:50
[quote=claymore;438668]It would appear that the TT is the new HLM 304 :)[/quote]
Wish it was the same price :)
Post 438679 by JT on 2011-12-20 21:16:51
[quote=AndysR;438675]I thought he had the turbo change mastered in something silly like an hour... He's obviously "playing" as well ;)[/quote]
well as long as he hasnt broken it, thats fine! :blowingup
lol:)
Post 438680 by AndysR on 2011-12-20 21:17:37
[quote=jamest5r;438676]Wish it was the same price :)[/quote]
lol true, however compared to a full standalone management systems, which you can custom map, they're cheap.. ;)
Post 438871 by The Flying Moose on 2011-12-21 17:51:41
[quote=AndysR;438664]That's great news you've managed to grab yourself a TT Emlyn...
I have to confess I was apprehensive when I got my TT because it was one of the first in the UK, you can tell alot more have been sold by the number on your ECU, and little was known about them on the UK forums. I have to say the transformation that custom mapping has made to mine is worth every bit of cash and worry I had at the time. Yours should really be a flying machine with the mods it will be interesting to see how things progress.
Be careful with the manual map on your auto as gearchanges on an auto are done under WOT circumstances and you WILL suffer with boost spikes and potential rod issues if your not careful especially when running 1.4 bar in the higher gears.
Best of luck with the fastest auto feat. I have to confess a 1/4 of 14 seconds and a 100 mph terminal shouldn't be an issue with the right tune/mods especially if you do a brake start/torque start. I managed over a 100 when I did mine without brake starting, I doubt you'll be seeing mine on the 1/4 mile again so you shouldn't have any competition. 2012 you will automatically be fastest, although you'll have Ed's T5 which puts up a fair fight with very similar mods to your current ones ;)[/quote]
Thanks for the advice Andy, always appreciate some input from someone who has experienced the products potetial.
To be honest Im not building a car for the 1/4 mile but nethertheless being a little competitive and enjoying the "spirit" at the events those are the times I would like to aim for by the end of 2012.
Im not sure ill stick with the 16T and with probably go down the hybrid route. That said however the 16T on your brothers auto propells the car down the road very well.
[quote=johnnytempest;438673]He's a bit quiet today??
must be out there in the cold and dark trying to fit a 16t?? lol[/quote]
Ummm...
I have been working nights and to be honest achieving little or no sleep so I have been tucked away in bed!
[quote=AndysR;438675]I thought he had the turbo change mastered in something silly like an hour... He's obviously "playing" as well ;)[/quote]
I think it was around an hour and a half last time, however rushing last time resulted in me missing a bolt and catastrophic head failure. I think its time to take the exrtra 30 minutes to check things over this time.
[quote=johnnytempest;438679]well as long as he hasnt broken it, thats fine! :blowingup
lol:)[/quote]
Funnily enough nope its not broken, it will shortly be in pieces though.
The car failed the MOT today on a CV gaitor, lower ball joint and the handbrake shoes.
Post 439168 by JT on 2011-12-22 16:43:02
[quote=The Flying Moose;438871]The car failed the MOT today on a CV gaitor, lower ball joint and the handbrake shoes.[/quote]
Nothing for a man of your skills! :B_thumb:
Post 439186 by dalhousie2008 on 2011-12-22 17:06:25
Just motd mine, just lower ball joint, £10 plus vat from gsf
Post 439945 by The Flying Moose on 2011-12-24 21:11:22
Well MOT sorted £180 out of pocket but its had the CV boot, bottom arm and new handbrake shoes. That includes the MPT price too.
Now next issue...
Been up to Woody's today to try and sort an issue. Basically the car wont boost above 1 bar. I suspected it was the vac lines so all of those have been replaced now.
Not sure what it could be, actuator seems ok and the boost is consistent so thats pretty much ruled out the BCS.
Perhaps one of the IC pipes has a small crack? Time to go vacuum leak hunting on Boxing day.
Post 440731 by Jim S70R on 2011-12-27 20:24:12
Looking good Emlyn, good to see what a bit of elbow grease can do.
Post 440789 by JT on 2011-12-27 21:28:22
yep, I have to agree....looking good! :)
remember, that map is for a 16t and ORANGE injectors.
JT
Post 440791 by The Flying Moose on 2011-12-27 21:31:05
[quote=Jim S70R;440731]Looking good Emlyn, good to see what a bit of elbow grease can do.[/quote]
Thanks mate, it always looks the same to me before and after so for the first time I decided to mask an area.
It would however greatly benefit from some Wobbly Dave treatment.
Post 440792 by p fandango on 2011-12-27 21:31:08
[quote=johnnytempest;440789]remember, that map is for a 16t and ORANGE injectors.[/quote]
& a proper gearbox :D
Post 440795 by The Flying Moose on 2011-12-27 21:33:56
[quote=p fandango;440792]& a proper gearbox :D[/quote]
Ill be having the last laugh Pedro... just you wait and see!
Post 441698 by AndysR on 2011-12-30 17:22:14
Looking good Emlyn.. I personally find that when I clean and polish a car there's not much better than the satisfactory stand back inspection afterwards when you admire the difference that your efforts have made :)
Post 441708 by The Flying Moose on 2011-12-30 17:49:44
[quote=AndysR;441698]Looking good Emlyn.. I personally find that when I clean and polish a car there's not much better than the satisfactory stand back inspection afterwards when you admire the difference that your efforts have made :)[/quote]
Thanks Andy much appreciated, I was most satisfied after standing back. If I ahdnt seen a difference I would have been frustrated given the time and arm ache afterwards!
Post 441771 by Jim S70R on 2011-12-30 20:05:32
As always Emlyn she's looking good, had a good day working on the car I see.
So is the ford capri yours then??
Post 441777 by Dan850r on 2011-12-30 20:17:30
How do you find the rears? Got mine 2 turns from soft, seems about right other wise it's bouncy on normal roads with no weigh in it
Post 441781 by smithson007 on 2011-12-30 20:29:15
Looking good mate. Looks good with the extra bit on the front bumper.
Post 441936 by The Flying Moose on 2011-12-31 10:56:17
[quote=Jim S70R;441771]As always Emlyn she's looking good, had a good day working on the car I see.
So is the ford capri yours then??[/quote]
Thanks Jim, its getting to the point where there wont be much progress now until the spring.
The Capri keys do indeed belong in my pocket, it was a joint restoration between myself and a old friend... it was scrap when it was bought.
[quote=smithy;441774]nice work did you fit the larger tb too[/quote]
No mate, I dont have a larger silicone joint for it yet as with the auto transmition it requires a longer elbow to reach around the auto dipstick.
[quote=smithson007;441781]Looking good mate. Looks good with the extra bit on the front bumper.[/quote]
Cheers mate, its a splitter made by Tomcat.
Post 441940 by smithson007 on 2011-12-31 11:03:31
I quite fancy one of (tomcat's) splitters for myne. Does he still make them or is that an old one you had?
Post 441942 by The Flying Moose on 2011-12-31 11:06:07
[quote=smithson007;441940]I quite fancy one of (tomcat's) splitters for myne. Does he still make them or is that an old one you had?[/quote]
No he still makes them, I believe he also makes a slightly revised version that better fits the 70 series cars.
Post 441946 by smithson007 on 2011-12-31 11:10:53
[quote=The Flying Moose;441942]No he still makes them, I believe he also makes a slightly revised version that better fits the 70 series cars.[/quote]
Nice. Ill add that to my list of things to do. Its getting to be a big list.
Post 442099 by AndysR on 2011-12-31 17:51:21
Looks well with its new found suspension drop. You've opted for. The same suspension set up as I and I also found the transformation better than expected, although I tend to run mine half way on all shocks.. Good work, hope to see the car soon :)
Post 442132 by T5RPete on 2011-12-31 18:49:23
Good work Emlyn, I look forward to seeing next week!!
Post 445826 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-07 07:56:56
The next direction?
Well I have been doing some thinking of late, and next year I will recieve a large bonus.
Now I could be sensible and bank it or I could see it as money I "never had". Now I know its still a year away but with little else to look forward to as of yet in 2012/13 I have started having some ideas.
Basically a complete overhaul of the car!
As it stands the car has the following:
-White 350cc injectors
-TD04HL-15G
-3" Throttle Body
-Reverse Intercooler Pipework
-Custom Stainless
-Turbo Tuner ECU
-K&N Panel Filter
-Volvo Strut Brace
-Koni Yellow Adjustables
Now with the bonus that will be coming in ill have the money to add the following to that spec:
-Full Engine Rebuild
-Forged Con Rods
-Garret GT2871R (custom made by Owen Developments)
-630cc Siemens Injectors
-Eurosport 3" Intercooler
-S60 R Manifold
-Manual Conversion with short ratio M56L and Gripper/Quaiffe
-Big Brake Conversion (6 pot fronts)
The question is to I be sensible and put the cash away, maybe even buy a nice bike or S60R or do I go all out on the 850R and spend the lot???
Post 445837 by T5frankie on 2012-01-07 08:54:46
you still think you will own that by then? thats the question you do go through a few and it aint a manual
Post 445866 by AndysR on 2012-01-07 11:36:02
A few years ago I'd say spend it on the car but now I'd say bank the cash and forget about it. When we're old and wrinkly state pensions aren't going to exsist and any personal cash you have will be a nice addition to any private pensions you have. If you decide you'd rather invest the cash in the car you need to be 110% sure your happy to invest that amount in it and that you'll be happy to keep the car to get the benefit of cash before you sell it otherwise it will just be a waste of time not to mention cash...
Post 445906 by M-R-P on 2012-01-07 13:00:02
I'm with Andy on this one. That's a lot of dollar to spend on a car that was made while you were still wiping your nose with your sleeve ;)
Post 445919 by GregE102 on 2012-01-07 13:34:11
Come for a spin in mine today if you get a chance to pop in Emlyn and i will show you that you don't need a Garrett for great results!!
Cheers Greg
Post 445924 by LiamT4 on 2012-01-07 13:43:34
Spend some of the cash (some not all) on a nice D5 with a good re-map on it, so you'll save a lot on all the driving that you do and then just carry on modding the 850 like you are now and get it in a good condition as possible, then just use it for meets, shows, etc.
Or just get an S60R.
Post 446564 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-07 23:55:14
[quote=GregE102;445919]Come for a spin in mine today if you get a chance to pop in Emlyn and i will show you that you don't need a Garrett for great results!!
Cheers Greg[/quote]
Thanks Greg...
Well what can I say, I took Greg up on his offer tonight on the way home from Great Yarmouth, really nice guy and thanks for the ride out.... simply a biblical bit of kit you have there. Perhaps now a direction change is in order!
If nothing else its provided me some real food for thought, its all fair and square seeing the stats on paper but application is far more important.
Post 446574 by AndysR on 2012-01-08 00:03:10
[quote=The Flying Moose;446564]Thanks Greg...
Well what can I say, I took Greg up on his offer tonight on the way home from Great Yarmouth, really nice guy and thanks for the ride out.... simply a biblical bit of kit you have there. Perhaps now a direction change is in order!
If nothing else its provided me some real food for thought, its all fair and square seeing the stats on paper but application is far more important.
[/quote]
I was hoping to get a run in the T-5R at Coombe last year but didn't get time not to mention the weather was crap... lol Did look nice out on track though :)
Definately agree with you though Emlyn.. it's all about how it's delivered not what is delivered.
Post 446587 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-08 00:10:37
[quote=AndysR;446574]I was hoping to get a run in the T-5R at Coombe last year but didn't get time not to mention the weather was crap... lol Did look nice out on track though :)
Definately agree with you though Emlyn.. it's all about how it's delivered not what is delivered.[/quote]
Its one hell of a machine Andy, the engine work combined with the suspension and handling make it probably one of if not the fastest and best handling 850's I have been in. The only competitor would be Woody's and as I havent been out in his for a while I couldnt make a fair judgement. I would however say that they perform very similar to each other.
Post 446615 by GregE102 on 2012-01-08 00:48:34
[quote=The Flying Moose;446564]Thanks Greg...
Well what can I say, I took Greg up on his offer tonight on the way home from Great Yarmouth, really nice guy and thanks for the ride out.... simply a biblical bit of kit you have there. Perhaps now a direction change is in order!
If nothing else its provided me some real food for thought, its all fair and square seeing the stats on paper but application is far more important.
[/quote]
Hello Emlyn
Was a pleasure to meet you as well! was A pleasure to take you for a spin, even if the mat was under the pedal LOL
You hit the nail on the head with Application being in the real world!
Garrett's Are mental and they will run rings around me in the real world! But at the end of the day could you say that you wanted to go any faster?
I have been in cars with Garrett's but i am happy with what mine dose!
Like I said with the spec it's all a real simple recipe That Tim Williams came up with and no big secret!
The Engine was totally stripped and rebuilt with new bearings and and valves, Block Chemically strengthened, OS1 pistons, China Rods, Light weight fly wheel, Larger Throttle Body, 470cc injectors, reverse piping & 75mm inter cooler, S60R Manifold, Ferrite 3" DP with Milltek Cat back, Setrab oil cooler & water injection using Methanol (good job you asked lol)
I think the real work and improvement comes from Tim Williams and the fact of how good he is at porting and polishing the head and flowing everything, including the Throttle Body right through the engine to match!
Suspension is Koni Yellows with Koni springs, Male end links, IPD ARB's front and rear, New front arms & polly bushed.
Other stuff S60R water pump, Porsche brakes & S60 r disks Pro race 1.2s
There you have it mate! If you are going to do a build I would recommend doing the Engine as above then it is ready for any turbo?
You have a nice Motor as well mate!
Again was really good to meet you as well!
Cheers Greg
Post 447508 by p fandango on 2012-01-10 07:10:53
[quote=The Flying Moose;447500]Pedro Fandango pays a visit :)
[/quote]
goggles, come on man lol
Post 447553 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-10 11:48:58
[quote=p fandango;447508]goggles, come on man lol[/quote]
I kept getting pieces of the car falling in my eye... after a while I gave in and threw on the goggles!
Post 447564 by p fandango on 2012-01-10 12:19:57
[quote=The Flying Moose;447553]I kept getting pieces of the car falling in my eye... after a while I gave in and threw on the goggles![/quote]
i'm used to working on my bro's VW's, you get immune to it after a while lol
Post 447577 by GregE102 on 2012-01-10 12:55:55
Nice Job Emlyn
1.2 bar will be a massive improvement especially if its holding it as well!!!
I did not realise you did not have 302's the other night? You will now feel like you have thrown an anchor out the window especially with DS2500's!!!!
Good Job! But get a full face shield next time especially when grinding like that! I have had a wheel come apart at work and luckily for me the safety officer was watching which was the only reason i was wearing one! worn one since lol
Cheers Greg
Post 447703 by Jim S70R on 2012-01-10 19:30:23
Good news that it's now holding 1.2 bar of boost, I bet she rockets along now and stops better ;). Does the exhaust sound much louder or you still thinking about changing??
Post 447728 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-10 19:41:44
[quote=GregE102;447577]Nice Job Emlyn
1.2 bar will be a massive improvement especially if its holding it as well!!!
I did not realise you did not have 302's the other night? You will now feel like you have thrown an anchor out the window especially with DS2500's!!!!
Good Job! But get a full face shield next time especially when grinding like that! I have had a wheel come apart at work and luckily for me the safety officer was watching which was the only reason i was wearing one! worn one since lol
Cheers Greg[/quote]
Yes its holding the boost well now and holds 1.2 bar, perhaps the CAT was blocked a little? It did however this afternoon spring the lambda light and go into a sort of "limp" mode... will need to be looke over sooner rather than later.
As for the brakes, Im supprised you couldnt tell! Then again however with your brakes you probably wouldnt. The DS2500's are off at the moment as the 302's were off my old car and are slightly oxidised so Im using a cheap set of mintex pads to wash the rubbish from the disc before fitting the DS's.
[quote=Jim S70R;447703]Good news that it's now holding 1.2 bar of boost, I bet she rockets along now and stops better ;). Does the exhaust sound much louder or you still thinking about changing??[/quote]
Yeah, really does go but butter... not enough though!!!
To be honest the exhaust only sounds marginally louder, its still very quiet inside, just a little louder at idle. Ill probably still change the system for a better one at some point.
Post 447738 by AndysR on 2012-01-10 19:49:13
Nice work Emlyn you have been busy.. Nice to see you've achieved more boost and managed to improve the braking after all this time. It's amazing how much of a difference in the look of the discs there is between the 280's and 302's..!
Be good to feel the difference in the performance of the car at the next Essex meet if you can make it :)
Next on the list is to take off the polish you applied ;)
Post 447744 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-10 19:53:10
[quote=AndysR;447738]Nice work Emlyn you have been busy.. Nice to see you've achieved more boost and managed to improve the braking after all this time. It's amazing how much of a difference in the look of the discs there is between the 280's and 302's..!
Be good to feel the difference in the performance of the car at the next Essex meet if you can make it :)
Next on the list is to take off the polish you applied ;)[/quote]
Maybe if I bring some polish and a cloth Merc can have a go... he seemed rather keen!
Post 447778 by AndysR on 2012-01-10 20:41:35
[quote=The Flying Moose;447744]Maybe if I bring some polish and a cloth Merc can have a go... he seemed rather keen![/quote]
lol! Tbh I wouldn't mind having a go at it myself!
Post 447786 by p fandango on 2012-01-10 20:48:21
[quote=AndysR;447778]lol! Tbh I wouldn't mind having a go at it myself![/quote]
you've got issues, £3 let someone else clean it lol
Post 447810 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-10 21:05:59
[quote=AndysR;447778]lol! Tbh I wouldn't mind having a go at it myself![/quote]
Well if thats the case we need to organise an appropriate time... I can come to you in Essex pay for materials and help out (or get in the way).
It would be much appreciated as I cannot detail for the life of me!
Post 447819 by AndysR on 2012-01-10 21:08:59
[quote=The Flying Moose;447810]Well if thats the case we need to organise an appropriate time... I can come to you in Essex pay for materials and help out (or get in the way).
It would be much appreciated as I cannot detail for the life of me![/quote]
If your serious I'm game. We will need to draft Merc in on this though as I believe he has a machine and shelter which will speed things up vastly.
This could be fun :)
Post 447824 by WOODY T5 on 2012-01-10 21:11:24
glad u got it sorted mate 1.2bar now bests get some more mods done on the silver bullet>>>>
Post 447828 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-10 21:11:52
[quote=AndysR;447819]If your serious I'm game. We will need to draft Merc in on this though as I believe he has a machine and shelter which will speed things up vastly.
This could be fun :)[/quote]
Very much serious, I'll openly admit I dont have the knowledge or know-how to do a good job.
I think a thorough clean and detail is well overdue. If I can get the car immaculate like yours then mine may also find itself hibernating in the later stages of 2012 :)
Post 447831 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-10 21:12:40
[quote=WOODY T5;447824]glad u got it sorted mate 1.2bar now bests get some more mods done on the silver bullet>>>>[/quote]
Haha! Ummm not sure you'll see me.... because you'll be so far infront!!!
Post 447836 by T5frankie on 2012-01-10 21:13:59
[quote=The Flying Moose;447810]Well if thats the case we need to organise an appropriate time... I can come to you in Essex pay for materials and help out (or get in the way).
It would be much appreciated as I cannot detail for the life of me![/quote]
you'll upset dave he is expecting you aint he?
Post 447838 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-10 21:15:31
[quote=t5frankie;447836]you'll upset dave he is expecting you aint he?[/quote]
Ill take it to Dave afterwards for the professionals opinion and "touch-up" if needs be ;)
OH god so hard to please everyone!
Post 447862 by T5frankie on 2012-01-10 21:35:26
[quote=The Flying Moose;447838]Ill take it to Dave afterwards for the professionals opinion and "touch-up" if needs be ;)
OH god so hard to please everyone![/quote]
we'll see how he likes my new sig lol
Post 447932 by merc85 on 2012-01-10 22:46:25
[quote=AndysR;447819]If your serious I'm game. We will need to draft Merc in on this though as I believe he has a machine and shelter which will speed things up vastly.
This could be fun :)[/quote]
Tbh, i dont use a Machine just a good compound, only machine if it's really nesscery, Hadnt had a car thats that bad yet, your's is far from it.
I would use such by hand, followed by a Good Polish, then a Sellant and a Wax on top.
I honestly Only washed mine for the last meet and it only had a polish 2 wks before.
Well up for a Cleaning session.
Ps See andy i told you the rip kit made a difference lol
Post 447939 by AndysR on 2012-01-10 22:51:19
[quote=merc85;447932]Tbh, i dont use a Machine just a good compound, only machine if it's really nesscery, Hadnt had a car thats that bad yet, your's is far from it.
I would use such by hand, followed by a Good Polish, then a Sellant and a Wax on top.
I honestly Only washed mine for the last meet and it only had a polish 2 wks before.
Well up for a Cleaning session.
Ps See andy i told you the rip kit made a difference lol[/quote]
Oh my appologises I thought you had a machine, tbh I prefer by hand polishing but thought it would be easier to do with the machine to speed things up. I guess we shall have to get something arranged then?
Post 447980 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-10 23:42:14
[quote=AndysR;447939]Oh my appologises I thought you had a machine, tbh I prefer by hand polishing but thought it would be easier to do with the machine to speed things up. I guess we shall have to get something arranged then?[/quote]
Yes definately, just need a day when we are all free? Im open to suggestions, due to my random shift pattern if you two tell me when is good for you if needs be I'll book leave to cover.
Post 447985 by merc85 on 2012-01-10 23:52:52
[quote=The Flying Moose;447980]Yes definately, just need a day when we are all free? Im open to suggestions, due to my random shift pattern if you two tell me when is good for you if needs be I'll book leave to cover.[/quote]
Any time on a Sunday is Good for me, I've wide large ish Garage, At Harwich warm to, well wen the tumble dryer is on lol
Unless andy's is Better, or Yours if you have one bud.
Not Bothered But would really prefer to do it indoor's less dirt dust sun etc.
Post 447994 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-11 00:13:00
[quote=merc85;447985]Any time on a Sunday is Good for me, I've wide large ish Garage, At Harwich warm to, well wen the tumble dryer is on lol
Unless andy's is Better, or Yours if you have one bud.
Not Bothered But would really prefer to do it indoor's less dirt dust sun etc.[/quote]
I agree, indoors is best if possible. Im affraid my garage is out of bounds and is currently looking like Argos for Volvo spares. Besides that it would mean you two would need to head up here as opposed to just me heading south.
If you can decide on a day thats good for you two and let me know the price, Im 95% certain I will be able to get the time off.
Post 448300 by AndysR on 2012-01-11 21:39:17
[quote=merc85;447985]Any time on a Sunday is Good for me, I've wide large ish Garage, At Harwich warm to, well wen the tumble dryer is on lol
Unless andy's is Better, or Yours if you have one bud.
Not Bothered But would really prefer to do it indoor's less dirt dust sun etc.[/quote]
Sunday's are good for me, tbh will be best to do this at yours Merc as my garage is full of 850 at the moment.. lol and tbh not the largest in the world either.
Lets get some dates sorted then :)
Post 448359 by merc85 on 2012-01-11 22:44:39
[quote=AndysR;448300]Sunday's are good for me, tbh will be best to do this at yours Merc as my garage is full of 850 at the moment.. lol and tbh not the largest in the world either.
Lets get some dates sorted then :)[/quote]
Ok as soon as i get Rotches Car done and out and clean up, i will suggest a date.
Post 451332 by Dan850r on 2012-01-18 16:29:53
The wheels look good in that colour
Post 451344 by Jamest5r on 2012-01-18 17:34:22
But it's red :)
Post 451454 by AndysR on 2012-01-18 19:36:02
Sounding good Emlyn, have to say I'm not sold on the look of the car with it's new wheels. They are a fantastic set of wheels just not sure they "work" on the car, I think I'll reserve judgement until I see the car in the flesh however ;) Great news your happy with the car, it's certainly a good feeling when that happens :)
So what were the boosting issues? Collapsed cat or dead turbo/cracked housing?
Post 451459 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-18 19:38:25
[quote=AndysR;451454]Sounding good Emlyn, have to say I'm not sold on the look of the car with it's new wheels. They are a fantastic set of wheels just not sure they "work" on the car, I think I'll reserve judgement until I see the car in the flesh however ;) Great news your happy with the car, it's certainly a good feeling when that happens :)
So what were the boosting issues? Collapsed cat or dead turbo/cracked housing?[/quote]
Indeed a cracked turbo housing.
I wasnt initally sure either but I like them now. Besides if I ever decide I dont like them I have a set of mint Volans too ;)
Post 451460 by AndysR on 2012-01-18 19:39:44
[quote=The Flying Moose;451459]Indeed a cracked turbo housing.
I wasnt initally sure either but I like them now. Besides if I ever decide I dont like them I have a set of mint Volans too ;)[/quote]
Sounds about right, seems to be all too common as the cars age tbh.. Nice find though, bet she's really flying now :)
Very true re. the 2nd set of wheels... Jammy git! lol
Post 451462 by T5frankie on 2012-01-18 19:42:17
nice emlyn dunno whether i agree with andy r not do love the wheels though
Post 451474 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-18 19:54:19
[quote=t5frankie;451462]nice emlyn dunno whether i agree with andy r not do love the wheels though[/quote]
Cheers mate, I like em thats all that counts eh? :)
Post 451480 by T5RPete on 2012-01-18 19:57:40
I think they look rubbish, you should give them to me :)
Post 451482 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-18 19:58:25
[quote=T5RPete;451480]I think they look rubbish, you should give them to me :)[/quote]
No problem for £750 or your car ;)
Post 451483 by AndysR on 2012-01-18 19:58:56
[quote=The Flying Moose;451482]No problem for £750 or your car ;)[/quote]
That's a cheap car for that! lol
Post 451486 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-18 20:01:22
[quote=AndysR;451483]That's a cheap car for that! lol[/quote]
Ssshhhhh, he is supposed to think its a good deal! :shhh:
Post 451488 by AndysR on 2012-01-18 20:02:34
[quote=The Flying Moose;451486]Ssshhhhh, he is supposed to think its a good deal! :shhh:[/quote]
Shame on you!! lol
Post 451491 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-18 20:09:57
[quote=volvokid;451490]I havnt read any of this thread I just had a quick look and that is one very smart 850, very nice indeed[/quote]
Thanks very much for the Kind comment, its cost enough!
Post 451492 by AndysR on 2012-01-18 20:10:49
[quote=The Flying Moose;451491]Thanks very much for the Kind comment, its cost enough![/quote]
Now now.. Crying is for girls Emlyn ;)
Post 451494 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-18 20:13:47
[quote=AndysR;451492]Now now.. Crying is for girls Emlyn ;)[/quote]
Oh yeah sorry I forgot, ***wipes away the tears***
Whats worrying me at the moment is that I still have an 854 BTCC sticker set sat in the corner of the office and Im seriosuly considering certain select stickers to be put on the car eg the Volvo bottom sticker and the bumper corner flag.
Am I mad? Probably... I have ideas of making something unique? Perhaps put them on for cadwell to attract attention then remove them afterwards?
Post 451495 by T5frankie on 2012-01-18 20:15:46
[quote=The Flying Moose;451494]Oh yeah sorry I forgot, ***wipes away the tears***
Whats worrying me at the moment is that I still have an 854 BTCC sticker set sat in the corner of the office and Im seriosuly considering certain select stickers to be put on the car eg the Volvo bottom sticker and the bumper corner flag.
Am I mad? Probably... I have ideas of making something unique? Perhaps put them on for cadwell to attract attention then remove them afterwards?[/quote]
nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
Post 451501 by Jim S70R on 2012-01-18 20:22:37
Very very smart indeed, the wheels look the nuts on that!! She is coming along rather nicely Emlyn. Glad your happy with the old girl and so you should be that's one fine 850!!
Post 451504 by AndysR on 2012-01-18 20:26:40
[quote=The Flying Moose;451494]Oh yeah sorry I forgot, ***wipes away the tears***
Whats worrying me at the moment is that I still have an 854 BTCC sticker set sat in the corner of the office and Im seriosuly considering certain select stickers to be put on the car eg the Volvo bottom sticker and the bumper corner flag.
Am I mad? Probably... I have ideas of making something unique? Perhaps put them on for cadwell to attract attention then remove them afterwards?[/quote]
It's up to you, personally it's too good for stickers but it's your car ;)
Post 451510 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-18 20:29:48
[quote=AndysR;451504]It's up to you, personally it's too good for stickers but it's your car ;)[/quote]
Im just being childish probably. I might apply them one weekend see how it looks and end up removing them!
There are so many paintwork imperfections thats the problem.
Maybe its just me I just look at the side of the car at the moment, infact since the tritons went on and think "whats missing?". It looks almost too plain?
Post 451516 by LiamT4 on 2012-01-18 20:34:33
Bad paintwork can (usually) be sorted with a bit of hardwork.
Post 451519 by T5frankie on 2012-01-18 20:37:35
i nearly just bought a 854 t5 saloon in olive green just went out my price range, i wanna saloon
Post 451520 by volvokid on 2012-01-18 20:38:18
Could you not get the squares people put on the windows, I cant for the life of me remember what the sticker is called
Post 451523 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-18 20:48:41
[quote=volvokid;451520]Could you not get the squares people put on the windows, I cant for the life of me remember what the sticker is called[/quote]
Yeah I have them. The TWR logo I believe is what they are?
Post 451524 by volvokid on 2012-01-18 20:49:25
[quote=The Flying Moose;451523]Yeah I have them. The TWR logo I believe is what they are?[/quote]
Thats what they are :) why dont you use them on the windows then?
Post 451529 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-18 20:51:29
[quote=volvokid;451524]Thats what they are :) why dont you use them on the windows then?[/quote]
Which windows? Might be a silly question, Im trying to vision it!
Post 451568 by Jim S70R on 2012-01-18 21:51:53
Auto trader stickers on the headlamps....:buttkick:
Post 451594 by JT on 2012-01-18 22:25:02
[quote=The Flying Moose;451494]Oh yeah sorry I forgot, ***wipes away the tears***
Whats worrying me at the moment is that I still have an 854 BTCC sticker set sat in the corner of the office and Im seriosuly considering certain select stickers to be put on the car eg the Volvo bottom sticker and the bumper corner flag.
Am I mad? Probably... I have ideas of making something unique? Perhaps put them on for cadwell to attract attention then remove them afterwards?[/quote]
no no no no!
on the V70.......i would have said ok
on this.......no way!
only because you said I could have them!!! :wink:
lol
Post 451597 by volvokid on 2012-01-18 22:26:22
The rear side windows???
Post 451600 by volvokid on 2012-01-18 22:27:42
would it look silly at the bottom of the rear doors beside the arch?
Post 453914 by GregE102 on 2012-01-24 17:57:45
Hi Emyln
Had Not caught up on your thread for a while! Nice looking wheels and Zorst you have there!!!
Sounds as if its all coming together nicely! With that mod list it will be a different Animal!!!!
Cheers Greg
Post 454834 by Dan850r on 2012-01-26 18:59:35
Just bought a wideband afr gauge to monitor such problems, maybe check for leaks somewhere?
Post 454842 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-26 19:09:09
[quote=Dan850r;454834]Just bought a wideband afr gauge to monitor such problems, maybe check for leaks somewhere?[/quote]
She has had a full stage 0 and all hoses and VAC lines replaced. I am aware of only one leak which is in the turbo exhaust housing which is being replaced next week. Bar that I'm 99% certain there are no other leaks.
Post 454929 by GregE102 on 2012-01-26 21:22:40
[quote=The Flying Moose;454842]She has had a full stage 0 and all hoses and VAC lines replaced. I am aware of only one leak which is in the turbo exhaust housing which is being replaced next week. Bar that I'm 99% certain there are no other leaks.[/quote]
Glad you managed to sort it out Emyln!
Have you had your injectors Cleaned & Balanced?
As when mine was an auto and on oranges I always used to get one plug which looked like that! Can't remember which one?
But after getting them Ultrasonically cleaned By Jimathen on VOC & T5D5 who dose and excellent turn around service by the way!
They where always alright after that!
Cheers Greg
Post 454935 by p fandango on 2012-01-26 21:31:25
[quote=GregE102;454929]Glad you managed to sort it out Emyln!
Have you had your injectors Cleaned & Balanced?
As when mine was an auto and on oranges I always used to get one plug which looked like that! Can't remember which one?
But after getting them Ultrasonically cleaned By Jimathen on VOC & T5D5 who dose and excellent turn around service by the way![/quote]
LINK
Post 454936 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-26 21:31:46
[quote=GregE102;454929]Glad you managed to sort it out Emyln!
Have you had your injectors Cleaned & Balanced?
As when mine was an auto and on oranges I always used to get one plug which looked like that! Can't remember which one?
But after getting them Ultrasonically cleaned By Jimathen on VOC & T5D5 who dose and excellent turn around service by the way!
They where always alright after that!
Cheers Greg[/quote]
Thanks for that Greg! I think ill probably get some VXR injectors sooner than later but if I do end up keeping the whites its something that will definately be on the list for them.
Post 454962 by Dan850r on 2012-01-26 22:02:21
Last i heard he wasnt doing it anymore due to personal reasons? Think it was on voc
Post 455004 by AndysR on 2012-01-26 22:40:34
Looks like you caught it in good time Emlyn! Still always nice to go for a fuel system refresh to the extreme you have then you know it's all good :)
Post 456707 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-30 11:58:06
30th January 2012
Ok the car has been inspected again since the fuel rail, regulator and injector change and I am pleased to report all has gone well and the spark plugs look very healthy indeed.
Today I visited Page & Bird Tyres in Kings Lynn to have my four new boots fitted. These were fitted intime for WD40 and Cadwell but unfortunately as I wont have the replacement turbo in time to fit it I wont be tracking the car... I suppose the only positive is there will be no tyre abuse for the time being!
So time to change the rather tired Federal 595 Evo's (215/45/17) for some brand spanking Yokohama Parada Spec 2's (215/40/17) after reccommendation and a demonstration from AndysR and JimS70R.
The fitting centre was excellent and even managed to line the red dots with the tyre valves!
So first impressions? Well on a slightly moist day on the journey home I gave the car a little tickle to see how they compared.
On a slightly damp surface traction was excellent, I didnt push the car just enjoyed the corners and found alot of confidence and trust for the tyres.
I am looking forward to a bone dry day where the Yoko's should really excell.
However from what I can tell so far I would certainly reccommend them and at £365 for four fully fitted a bargain too.
Post 456712 by M-R-P on 2012-01-30 12:21:01
Oooh, sticky japanese lubber! keep us posted on how they do Emlyn, looking at new rubber soon (when I can get my bloody wheels off grr)
Post 456713 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-30 12:24:04
[quote=martinrpeachey;456712]Oooh, sticky japanese lubber! keep us posted on how they do Emlyn, looking at new rubber soon (when I can get my bloody wheels off grr)[/quote]
Will do Martin, they are very sticky indeed. Seem to pick up all the little stones, they are a soft compound with reinforced sidewalls.
To be honest probably the closest I want to get to road legal track tyres. I looked at the more advanced Yokohama AD048's and Toyo R888's at around £140 a corner which I dont mind but I need some traction in the rain!
Post 456807 by Dan850r on 2012-01-30 17:50:05
Ill be keeping an eye on how you get on with them, been thinking of getting these as a spare set for track/summer use
Post 456931 by AndysR on 2012-01-30 19:37:49
Great choice of tyre Emlyn even if I do say so myself :)
Post 456995 by martybelfastt5 on 2012-01-30 20:55:01
oh my,,,,,,,,,,,,them wheels look awsome on that emlyn!!!
Post 457001 by Kingsford G on 2012-01-30 21:01:14
Well done mate,they r a good tyres.U just pushing me to put them down on my list now lol
Post 457011 by T5frankie on 2012-01-30 21:04:27
i had those tyres on my old comets, awesome tyre got 140 quid for all 4 wheels with the tyres lol
Post 457019 by AndysR on 2012-01-30 21:07:46
[quote=martybelfastt5;456995]oh my,,,,,,,,,,,,them wheels look awsome on that emlyn!!![/quote]
Reading that has just made me realise your back on the Volan's again....??
Post 457212 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-31 11:51:35
[quote=AndysR;456931]Great choice of tyre Emlyn even if I do say so myself :)[/quote]
I thought you might say that Andy! ;)
[quote=martybelfastt5;456995]oh my,,,,,,,,,,,,them wheels look awsome on that emlyn!!![/quote]
Cheers Marty.
[quote=AndysR;457019]Reading that has just made me realise your back on the Volan's again....??[/quote]
Yes back on the Volans, I decided that I wasnt 100% with the Trittons on.
After much "uming" and "arrring" I decided I preffer the originality of the Volans.
Post 457537 by AndysR on 2012-01-31 21:13:16
[quote=The Flying Moose;457212]I thought you might say that Andy! ;)
Cheers Marty.
Yes back on the Volans, I decided that I wasnt 100% with the Trittons on.
After much "uming" and "arrring" I decided I preffer the originality of the Volans.[/quote]
lol well...
That's what I like to hear a man who listens to reason :)
Post 457544 by T5frankie on 2012-01-31 21:22:55
the volans look better on your car mate
Post 457557 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-31 21:35:51
Ok you made your point gents! :funkybana
Post 457737 by Dangerous Dave on 2012-02-01 15:53:17
[quote=The Flying Moose;451510]Maybe its just me I just look at the side of the car at the moment, infact since the tritons went on and think "whats missing?". It looks almost too plain?[/quote]
Its missing some little yellow prancing moose stickers above the side repeaters.
Post 457883 by The Flying Moose on 2012-02-01 21:04:10
[quote=bomb192uk;457737]Its missing some little yellow prancing moose stickers above the side repeaters.[/quote]
Ah yes... good idea :)
Post 457897 by T5frankie on 2012-02-01 21:13:58
[quote=The Flying Moose;457883]Ah yes... good idea :)[/quote]
no mate, don't do it, not stylish whatsoever
Post 457913 by The Flying Moose on 2012-02-01 21:19:58
[quote=t5frankie;457897]no mate, don't do it, not stylish whatsoever[/quote]
Im looking at loans at the moment for £3500 to buy that Black S60R Manual... nobody is biting though :(
Post 457916 by T5frankie on 2012-02-01 21:21:06
[quote=The Flying Moose;457913]Im looking at loans at the moment for £3500 to buy that Black S60R Manual... nobody is biting though :([/quote]
it is a bargain shame it aint got the atacama inside then it would have been perfect
Post 457927 by AndysR on 2012-02-01 21:26:43
[quote=The Flying Moose;457913]Im looking at loans at the moment for £3500 to buy that Black S60R Manual... nobody is biting though :([/quote]
Seriously I'd be looking for 7k if you want that S60R... they're like Cossies you need to be able to buy them twice over ;)
Although I have been getting thoughts about buying one myself........... Think I'd go for an V70R though as they're better looking imho
Post 457952 by The Flying Moose on 2012-02-01 21:43:21
[quote=AndysR;457927]Seriously I'd be looking for 7k if you want that S60R... they're like Cossies you need to be able to buy them twice over ;)
Although I have been getting thoughts about buying one myself........... Think I'd go for an V70R though as they're better looking imho[/quote]
I agree, to be honest all Volvo's are moneypits... well mine are at least.
I agree too that the V70R looks better but typically demands twice the premium.
By mid next year I think ill have one though, wouldnt sell the 850R though that can go into permanent hibernation for a few years till they are so rare and demand a 10k premium. lol .... dream, dream, dream!
Post 457955 by AndysR on 2012-02-01 21:48:15
[quote=The Flying Moose;457952]I agree, to be honest all Volvo's are moneypits... well mine are at least.
I agree too that the V70R looks better but typically demands twice the premium.
By mid next year I think ill have one though, wouldnt sell the 850R though that can go into permanent hibernation for a few years till they are so rare and demand a 10k premium. lol .... dream, dream, dream![/quote]
£10,000!! Are still talking about running expenses or are we......
[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m24uUzJgfwQ"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m24uUzJgfwQ[/ame]
about sale values .. lol
Yes they do seem to be money pits.. I estimated I would need £3,000 recon/upgrade costs when I bought mine.... how very wrong I have been! lol
Post 457957 by LiamT4 on 2012-02-01 21:49:36
I must be lucky with my volvos, always been reliable. :D
(although now i'v said that, it'll probably fail its mot on sat and cost me loads! lol)
I see a very nice black V70R quite often now, on my way home from work. Still prefer the saloons though.
Post 457958 by T5frankie on 2012-02-01 21:51:14
[quote=LiamT4;457957]I must be lucky with my volvos, always been reliable. :D
(although now i'v said that, it'll probably fail its mot on sat and cost me loads! lol)
I see a very nice black V70R quite often now, on my way home from work. Still prefer the saloons though.[/quote]
the saloons dont look as nice as the estates, thats what volvos are known for
Post 457971 by The Flying Moose on 2012-02-01 21:56:26
[quote=AndysR;457955]£10,000!! Are still talking about running expenses or are we......
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m24uUzJgfwQ
about sale values .. lol
Yes they do seem to be money pits.. I estimated I would need £3,000 recon/upgrade costs when I bought mine.... how very wrong I have been! lol[/quote]
Yeah sales values..
I dont care about running costs, I wouldnt drive a T5 if I did and I certainly wouldnt do 20k a year in one!
Lifes to short, besides if your short on cash scrap the Caviar and quails eggs and down to Tesco value ;)
Oh wait a minute... dreaming again.
Post 457972 by LiamT4 on 2012-02-01 21:56:49
[quote=t5frankie;457958]the saloons dont look as nice as the estates, thats what volvos are known for[/quote]
Maybe, but saloons are what i like.
Post 457975 by T5frankie on 2012-02-01 21:57:52
[quote=LiamT4;457972]Maybe, but saloons are what i like.[/quote]
especially when they are german lol
Post 457976 by p fandango on 2012-02-01 21:58:19
[quote=LiamT4;457972]Maybe, but saloons are what i like.[/quote]
i had the choice of saloon or estate when i bought BT, both same colour & same spec. Estates are common which is why i wanted to be different
Post 457983 by LiamT4 on 2012-02-01 22:02:28
[quote=t5frankie;457975]especially when they are german lol[/quote]
You know what, volvo are really the only car maker where i do like the estates, apart from the old e30 estates and the RS2, not many others around.
Post 457984 by AndysR on 2012-02-01 22:04:01
[quote=LiamT4;457957]I must be lucky with my volvos, always been reliable. :D
(although now i'v said that, it'll probably fail its mot on sat and cost me loads! lol)
I see a very nice black V70R quite often now, on my way home from work. Still prefer the saloons though.[/quote]
Oh dear you've gone and done it now....! lol
Definately prefer the 850 and 70 series as saloons but prefer the earlier and later cars as estates.. I've never been fond of the S60 rear end.. Although an S60 R with a modified carbon fibre boot lid and?
Now we're talking, although you can forget that gash lower skirt kit ;)
[quote=t5frankie;457958]the saloons dont look as nice as the estates, thats what volvos are known for[/quote]
Umm sometimes it's good to be different though ;)
Post 457986 by T5frankie on 2012-02-01 22:04:27
[quote=LiamT4;457983]You know what, volvo are really the only car maker where i do like the estates, apart from the old e30 estates and the RS2, not many others around.[/quote]
i'd like one of these
Post 457992 by The Flying Moose on 2012-02-01 22:08:23
[quote=t5frankie;457986]i'd like one of these
[/quote]
Ill go with that, always liked the Legacy's ever since Gran Turismo 1 Infact!
Now bugger off and make your own thread!!!
Post 457997 by AndysR on 2012-02-01 22:13:14
[quote=t5frankie;457986]i'd like one of these
[/quote]
Nice looking cars, here in the UK the closest you get to those as a proper UK car is a Legacy 4 cam.. Very rare has the look of those but without the turbo'd engine... I have to say though there was me thinking you'd learned from your first Subaru engine failure....
Post 458031 by merc85 on 2012-02-01 22:43:25
[quote=AndysR;457997]Nice looking cars, here in the UK the closest you get to those as a proper UK car is a Legacy 4 cam.. Very rare has the look of those but without the turbo'd engine... I have to say though there was me thinking you'd learned from your first Subaru engine failure....[/quote]
E55, 5.5ltr and Super Charged lol Damm rwd lol hell yeah
[ATTACH]12458[/ATTACH]
Post 458821 by T5frankie on 2012-02-03 19:17:15
[quote=AndysR;457997]Nice looking cars, here in the UK the closest you get to those as a proper UK car is a Legacy 4 cam.. Very rare has the look of those but without the turbo'd engine... I have to say though there was me thinking you'd learned from your first Subaru engine failure....[/quote]
why would i want a boring uk car when i could have one of these lol
Post 458823 by volvokid on 2012-02-03 19:20:12
I like those leggys but like all jap cars the interiors are pants
Post 458850 by Bigrobv70 on 2012-02-03 20:00:04
[quote=volvokid;458823]I like those leggys but like all jap cars the interiors are pants[/quote]
o your so right
i very briefly had a forester stb import and as soon as the mrs see the zebra print (genuine scoob i may add !!) floor mats it was on piston heads lol
Rob
Post 458854 by volvokid on 2012-02-03 20:07:18
They just cant design nice interiors, after all its the part the owner sees the most
Post 458948 by Jim S70R on 2012-02-03 22:26:11
Looking good Emlyn, great choice of tyre too, you'll be having some fun when the weather cheers up.
The Fleet together! :)
Also many thanks to James for kindly donating me a boost guage. It looks well and is all wired up now. Im not usually a fan of the boost guages however it has become neccessary to tune with the TT.
Still looking a little high at the front...that will need addressing!
The greasy parts:
The finished product:
Need a little care coming up the drive now!
RIP Kit:
Volvo and Capri, the best combination! Thought it was time to start her up as its been sat for nearly three months garaged away.
So the verdict.
Well the suspension has improved the look of the car massively. It has dropped the front and back to a "near perfect" level and as a result the stance is much better. Other than cosmetics however even with the Koni's on the softest rebound setting the car feels much tighter and the improvement in handling far exceeds my expectations. Before it felt like a plate of Jelly and now like a plate of butter... firm but soft when needed.
The reverse intercooler pipework speaks for itself, spool up and pick up improved massively.
The car is now running and holding exactly 1.0 bar throughout the rev ranges. Having completed the change of all perishable hoses the only logical explanation for the boost cap at 1.0 bar is a "leaking" actuator. It does however hold a constant bar and feels healthy.
Before and After 302 conversion:
Pedro Fandango pays a visit :)
Nearly forgot, also fitted a BSR Cat back so now running a decatted system with a BSR. The exhaust is a 2.5" system and I believe bar the silencers which are stainless the rest is mild steel. It does however sound really nice.
For the first time in a while I can say I am pleased with the way the car is going. Cosmetically bar maybe some window tints the car is finished (oh and a bloody good detailing session!).
Whats next?
Well I have a 16T to fit along with some white injectors for the time being however, firstly the 16T is going to be ported and polished. Im also going to port and polish the inlet and exhaust manifold for better flow and fit the 3" throttle body.
After this, well slow time will be get the manual conversion done.
So what will it look like performance wise?
Well the end engine spec by mid this year will be as follows:
-TD04-16T Ported and Polished
-White 350cc Injectors
-Ported and Polished Inlet Manifold
-Ported Exhaust Manifold
-Decat
-BSR Cat back exhaust
-Custom Reverse Intercooler Pipework
-3" Throttle Body
-13 Row Mocal Oil Cooler
-Turbo Tuner ECU Custom Mapped
-K&N Panel Filter
(Hopefully Manual Converted)
I would like to achieve between 280 and 290 flywheel horsepower and this spec. Will just have to wait and see.
Oh and I found the culprit of by boosting issues! (No its not that the downpipe is not connected!) ;)
It would appear that for however long the car has been running lean. Whether or not the limp home firing on probably only two cylinders attributed to this I am not sure however to be on the safe side a new fuel rail, fuel pressure regulator and set of spark plugs were installed. Oh and just to make doubly sure there was enough fuel the whites were thrown in too.
Now considering I was only running 1.1 bar which is little over the pressure as standard with a Rica 304 or similar I can only assume somewhere something was at fault.
Once the 16T is on then it will be down for a custom map with the Turbo-Tuner I think to ensure the AFR's are spot on.