Update On Car Progress

[Guest sti3_lewak]

Ok well as some of you know i have been in afghan for a while know but did pop over for a meet and eat day with Edd (SP hope your legs better know

Since i was home for a while i decided to spend some of my hard earned cash on the scooby.

Before i touched her her spec was

STI3 Black Saloon

1997

17" Chrome alloys

HKS Exhaust system cat back

HKS Coil Overs

Know after a year her spec is

18" Alloys

HKS Exhaust system cat back

Tein Coilovers

Apexi Airfilter

BOV

New bonnet

Simtek Ecu Tuned with twin maps. Running 1.5bar on Vpower at 350bhp, and 1.0bar on 95 unleaded at 300bhp.

Walbrum Fuel pump

HKS HT Leads

550cc injectors (still need fitting)

vf34 turbo (still needs fitting)

Autobaurn FMIC (still needs fitting)

Anyone have any idea wat it would run once fitted and tuned??.... have been told i could be knocking at the 400 mark.

Just need to order the brakes then when i come home fitt it all and get it remapped again

Edited June 27, 2009 by sti3_lewak

[rae_sti]

kin hell you dont mess about would have thought around the 400 mark ,but what i know is dangerous

same school of modification as ed

Edited June 27, 2009 by Rae_sti

[jd]

the limiting factor is the vf34 turbo, usually run about 350bhp.

[scooby-22]

You want to get a manly VF35 like me (thanks to JD ) but then i dont think that would reach 400. Im sure i read the VF35 is good for 380, im sure i will be corrected if not.

[jd]

the vf34 and vf35 are similar in respect of available power from them, both are approx 350bhp.

the vf34 is roller bearing.

Edited June 28, 2009 by JD

[Big 'D']

Hi fella

I have a VF35 setup mapped @ 1.35 BAR with a frontmount setup and 440cc injectors, I am currently running at 350bhp so there should still be scope for further power for you with the frontmount and 550cc injectors fitted.

Cheers Iain

[Guest sti3_lewak]

i was told the vf34 would be fine for 400bhp but if not what would be the best turbo for 400bhp.??????

[Big 'D']

i was told the vf34 would be fine for 400bhp but if not what would be the best turbo for 400bhp.??????

The VF34 would probably be totally out of puff by 370-380bhp something like the TD05 20G would be a good choice for getting 400bhp, depends how you want your car setup, if you want sheer acceleration I would suggest sticking with the smaller VF34/35 turbos but if its all out HP you are after then the TD05 20G would be the ticket to seeing your 400bhp.

Cheers Iain

[Guest sti3_lewak]

The VF34 would probably be totally out of puff by 370-380bhp something like the TD05 20G would be a good choice for getting 400bhp, depends how you want your car setup, if you want sheer acceleration I would suggest sticking with the smaller VF34/35 turbos but if its all out HP you are after then the TD05 20G would be the ticket to seeing your 400bhp.

Cheers Iain

Thanks Iain.

I mentioned the VF35 to the chap that tuned my car he said that it was a good choice but the vf34 was a roller bearing turbo (THINK SOMEONE MENTIONED THIS PART ALREADY). The way it accelerates at the moment with the stock Turbo is fantastic.... i think its a vf24 or something like that. Any idea were i could get a vf34/35 from as everywhere i have tried at the moment don't have any!!! Also how well does the VF34/35 cope with Antilag??? have a switch for antilag but don't use it much on the road. more for on track.

thanks

Dave

[Big 'D']

Thanks Iain.

I mentioned the VF35 to the chap that tuned my car he said that it was a good choice but the vf34 was a roller bearing turbo (THINK SOMEONE MENTIONED THIS PART ALREADY). The way it accelerates at the moment with the stock Turbo is fantastic.... i think its a vf24 or something like that. Any idea were i could get a vf34/35 from as everywhere i have tried at the moment don't have any!!! Also how well does the VF34/35 cope with Antilag??? have a switch for antilag but don't use it much on the road. more for on track.

thanks

Dave

The VF35 as stock will spool just as fast if not quicker than the VF34 due to the size of its turbine, with an uprated actuator and ported wastegate like mine I am seeing 1.3+ BAR in as low as 2nd gear, thats not to say that the VF34 would not suit your needs as it too is a very good turbo, as for the antilag it puts massive stress and heat through the turbo, unless the turbo was setup to cope with the higher temps I could not say that it would last very long at all, I get my turbos from the Bucks subaru centre a breakers over by High Wycombe. I am not sure how the VF34/35 will cope with running pressures of 1.5BAR either it may be worth looking into.

Hope this helps

Cheers Iain

[Guest sti3_lewak]

The VF35 as stock will spool just as fast if not quicker than the VF34 due to the size of its turbine, with an uprated actuator and ported wastegate like mine I am seeing 1.3+ BAR in as low as 2nd gear, thats not to say that the VF34 would not suit your needs as it too is a very good turbo, as for the antilag it puts massive stress and heat through the turbo, unless the turbo was setup to cope with the higher temps I could not say that it would last very long at all, I get my turbos from the Bucks subaru centre a breakers over by High Wycombe. I am not sure how the VF34/35 will cope with running pressures of 1.5BAR either it may be worth looking into.

Hope this helps

Cheers Iain

Chears Iain... didn't think about the boost part... will have to look this up if anything will go with TD05 20g or lower my boost to a level that the VF34/35 can handle

The antilag is only a mild setup but the chap that set the system up did say that excessive use would kill the turbo quickly.

Thanks again

Dave

[Guest sti3_lewak]

Ok just a quick update.

1. Still looking for the correct turbo at the moment VF34/35

2. Magnecor KV85 Competition Ignition Lead Set (magnecor) *fitted*

2. Walbrum Fuel Pump arrived after a 3week delay *still to fit*

3. Pirelli P zero Rosso Extra Load 215/45W18 *fitted*

4. Full Wheel lazer Alignment booked 2nd sept

5. Oil and Oil filter Changed Booked 2nd Sept

6. Goodrich Braided Hose's *just arrived booked 2nd sept*

7. A wash and polish and deep polish, vacum * when i get back in sept*

Think thats it for know.

Oh had one small problem with idling but that seems to have fixed its self since it started, still unsure what it could have been.

Will keep everyone updated slowly with some pics if possible. Oh and a new front bump but won't have pics till i get home.

See you all safe soon.

Dave

[edmondo]

I assume thats just the start then Dave

[monkip1]

Lewak I would ring up a few tuning companies like scooby clinic, RCM, Alan Jefferies ect to see what there opinion is on reaching 400bhp.

I wouldent thought the VF35/34 would be good for hitting the bhp your looking for as even with all the correct supporting mods you be pushing it.

Regards Monki

[Big 'D']

Lewak I would ring up a few tuning companies like scooby clinic, RCM, Alan Jefferies ect to see what there opinion is on reaching 400bhp.

I wouldent thought the VF35/34 would be good for hitting the bhp your looking for as even with all the correct supporting mods you be pushing it.

Regards Monki

I have to agree, I think the VF34/35 will be pretty much out of puff by 380bhp at best.

Cheers Iain

[Guest sti3_lewak]

Lewak I would ring up a few tuning companies like scooby clinic, RCM, Alan Jefferies ect to see what there opinion is on reaching 400bhp.

I wouldent thought the VF35/34 would be good for hitting the bhp your looking for as even with all the correct supporting mods you be pushing it.

Regards Monki

After some hard work on the interweb i have found that the turbo i have fitted is quite adiquate for what i want so its staying on for know (all lack of cash too )

Just need to source the front mount Intercooler and have it re tuned.

Thanks for the advice though guys.

Big D Saw the video clips of you at santa pod..... love the way your car accelerates

[Big 'D']

After some hard work on the interweb i have found that the turbo i have fitted is quite adiquate for what i want so its staying on for know (all lack of cash too )

Just need to source the front mount Intercooler and have it re tuned.

Thanks for the advice though guys.

Big D Saw the video clips of you at santa pod..... love the way your car accelerates

Its not all about big BHP

If you want any help or advise on how to get the best from your VF35 (if thats what you have fitted) then please just ask, or speak to Marc (Scooby22) , if you ever want a run out in my Ver 3 Sti just let me know

Cheers Iain

[Guest sti3_lewak]

Its not all about big BHP

If you want any help or advise on how to get the best from your VF35 (if thats what you have fitted) then please just ask, or speak to Marc (Scooby22) , if you ever want a run out in my Ver 3 Sti just let me know

Cheers Iain

I realized that after i had the tuning done. Really happy with the performance of the set up. Still running the Stock turbo on me Ver 3 at the moment but not sure how much it has left ( if you can shed some light on this would be helpful Big D and what turbo it is running)

Know Marc quite well just haven't been in his since you fixed the problem he was having with his. Thought i think he might not be in england when i get back

If you are at any of the meets in the future would be great to have a ride in ya Ver 3 see what the difference is between the two turbos would be great.

Dave

[Big 'D']

I assumed you were running a VF35 by what was on your signature on the bottom of your posts sorry.

Your standard turbo should be a VF23 a very punchy mid range turbo that I think would see you to the same sort of BHP as the 34 or 35 perhaps just a little bit slower on the spool up thats all, I find the VF23 quite a noisey turbo too, get a bit of a whine off them as they are idling :

Cheers Iain

[Guest sti3_lewak]

Sorry my bag, keep on meaning to change that. I bought what i thought was a good VF35 but it was Nackered so still on the stock turbo. Did have a vf34 but ran out of time to fitted so sold it on.

Your right about the midrange punch on it... Can feel a hell of a difference between the two maps though haven't driven her in 3months..... guess i shall have to get use to her again when i get home. Big Difference between a 4.5ton armoured Landcruiser and a subaru

Not really heard the whine noise on mine yet. But dam does it suck load.

Dave

[billy the fish]

if you want a quick read i find andy forrest's web site informative without being too indepth lol give it a try see what you think it may sort out any q's you havent thaught of with respect to choosing or runing a turbo

http://www.andyforrestperformance.co.uk/16307.html

and this page might help as well lol

http://www.andyforrestperformance.co.uk/58699.html

Edited September 9, 2009 by billy the fish

[Guest sti3_lewak]

OK peeps.

Update to car

Finally sort some problems out.

1. HKS front mount intercooler (expensive i know but worth it )

2. Walbrum Fuel pump fitted

3. Braided brake lines fitted

4. vf24 turbo kept on a i like it

5. air temp sensor for intercooler

6. maf sensor removed

7. fitted by Dave Ball (Tiley Developments)

8. Mapped Dave Rowe (legend)

9. One empty bank account and a left lung missing

In total a very happy owner :D

Pictures to follow

before the upgrades decided to do some simple cleaning

After upgrades

will upload a few more of better quality soon

Edited October 7, 2009 by sti3_lewak

[Big 'D']

Looking great there fella

Cheers Iain

[james04]

OK peeps.

Update to car

Finally sort some problems out.

1. HKS front mount intercooler (expensive i know but worth it )

2. Walbrum Fuel pump fitted

3. Braided brake lines fitted

4. vf24 turbo kept on a i like it

5. air temp sensor for intercooler

6. maf sensor removed

7. fitted by Dave Ball (Tiley Developments)

8. Mapped Dave Rowe (legend) IS THIS BOBS BROTHER?

9. One empty bank account and a left lung missing

In total a very happy owner :D

Pictures to follow

before the upgrades decided to do some simple cleaning

After upgrades

will upload a few more of better quality soon

[Guest sti3_lewak]

Looking great there fella

Cheers Iain

Cheers Iain

That problem i had with an idle issue was down to the mapping that was done by MND Motosports.... that was fixed by dave Rowe and Dave Ball from Tiley developments in Bristol

Dave