paulc555 Posted February 16, 2008 Posted February 16, 2008 Finally got the Project RA on the road..... After working on it since early October finally got the chance to test the car in earnest yesterday afternoon. Many thanks to all those who either helped out or offered advice during the last few months, FrazA, TommyTCut, Gav @ Grieves....etc...and of course Jamie HiSoob........you all know who you are.....thanks my friends..... I would also like to add my thanks to Duncan and all the team at Hypertech, Bonnybridge. Duncan has had the car for the last 5 weeks or so and has had a toiled and troubled time sorting out various issues with the car....but what a job, as those who know me will realise this RA is my 5th Impreza and I was one of the non technical few who didnt appreciate all the conversations about the differences in geometry settings etc...however after Duncan has set the car up the drive is totally amazing, you were right Duncan it would make me smile.......so thanks again for all your help and assistance.... I also now understand the thinking behind the phrase "Here Duncan have my credit card"....... So the project continues......onwards and upwards I hope.....I can now plod away doing little tweaks every now and again...but all in all I am delighted with the car....... Looking forward to Knockhill and breaking my track virginity...I couldn't think of a better set up car to do it in..... Hope you all like it.... thanks Paul
micra_wrc Posted February 16, 2008 Posted February 16, 2008 had a nosey in this car at the Central meet. looks good and it is totally kitted out for the track. I'll look forward to chasing you round KH Paul dont think i'd get a shot of it though, my wee feet couldnt even reach the pedals (drivers seat is welded in) lol
the squiggle Posted February 16, 2008 Posted February 16, 2008 Looking forward to see this go sideways round the track Damn good choice boss and she looks a cracker
Dougie C Posted February 16, 2008 Posted February 16, 2008 Hi Paul Car looking great and hope to get up to Knockhill on the 15th to see everyone on track Dougie C
paulc555 Posted February 16, 2008 Author Posted February 16, 2008 thanks for the comments folks.........your right Imy though....Jo is just as mad that she cant reach the pedals either...... but cant wait to Knockhill....just to try and see how the car handles properly....the coilover set up is just to solid for everyday roads....still good fun though out and about...
superstar_tradesman Posted February 16, 2008 Posted February 16, 2008 Looking good paul, hopefully see it soon.
thewelsho Posted February 16, 2008 Posted February 16, 2008 Looking good paul, hopefully see it soon. Wooo nice!
craigy Posted February 16, 2008 Posted February 16, 2008 looks like alot of time and effort went into this, and it shows, very impressive enjoy
paulc555 Posted February 16, 2008 Author Posted February 16, 2008 looks like alot of time and effort went into this, and it shows, very impressiveenjoy yip it did...many cold nights in the garage with a spray can and paint brush...... thanks for the comments
Big Gordon Posted February 16, 2008 Posted February 16, 2008 Car looks excellent mate, was good to see it at the Central meet. Hope you enjoy it
paulc555 Posted February 16, 2008 Author Posted February 16, 2008 thanks Gordon...... Oh I'm enjoying it already mate....
jimser Posted February 16, 2008 Posted February 16, 2008 looking good paul im sure there will be plenty of fun/scary moments ahead in it
scoobaroo Posted February 16, 2008 Posted February 16, 2008 You`ll have fun at Knockers with your trusty stead Paul Have fun m8 Marty.
seafar99 Posted February 16, 2008 Posted February 16, 2008 Hi Paul, I had a good old nosey round it at hypertech when i was over getting some work done , the car looks very fresh and tidy.
paulc555 Posted February 16, 2008 Author Posted February 16, 2008 Hi Paul, I had a good old nosey round it at hypertech when i was over getting some work done , the car looks very fresh and tidy. yes it was a good base to start of with.... just hope it still looks like that after Knockhill.....
the squiggle Posted February 16, 2008 Posted February 16, 2008 Is this your first Scoob with DCCD? What diffs are on her, if you know? Does she have the quick rack fitted (Was an option on this model) Of all the Impreza's you have owned this one is surely gonna give you the greatest adrenalin rush
paulc555 Posted February 17, 2008 Author Posted February 17, 2008 Is this your first Scoob with DCCD?What diffs are on her, if you know? Does she have the quick rack fitted (Was an option on this model) Of all the Impreza's you have owned this one is surely gonna give you the greatest adrenalin rush Grant.... Yes its the first Scoob with the infamous DCCD......will hopefully some day understand it enough to use it!!! No idea what diffs are on the car.... I feels like its got the quick rack fitted...although the smaller sparco steering wheel may be contributing to this feeling.......... Theres a lot of other high spec stuff fitted to the car to be honest.....some of which we only discovered once Duncan was pulling it apart at Hypertech..... and as for the adrenalin rush.....ah a very BIG YES to that one Grant....I can honestly say its like no other Impreza I have driven.......you can get a closer look at Knockhill hopefully....It will be available for viewing in the first tyre wall anytime after 1.01pm....... thanks Paul
RA Dunk Posted February 18, 2008 Posted February 18, 2008 moving to RA ownership is one of the best decisions ive made so far, hoping im ready for the trackday myself, but im maybe too late to get a ticket for it noo anyway even if i canny get on track i`ll still be doon with my camera for some trackside pics
scoobymadburd Posted February 19, 2008 Posted February 19, 2008 Brilliant car choice!!! loving the pics, hopefull see it on knockers soon Claire
Mike M Posted February 20, 2008 Posted February 20, 2008 looking nice Paul, hope to see it running round Stirling!! Mike
paulc555 Posted February 20, 2008 Author Posted February 20, 2008 looking nice Paul, hope to see it running round Stirling!!Mike thanks claire... you probably will Mike.....although trying to keep a low profile in a car like that is pretty difficult.... thanks for the comments Paul
eurosti Posted February 20, 2008 Posted February 20, 2008 Nice car mate, something i will be doing next year when ive got the funds, have fun in her!!
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