~ ~ Cal ~~

Reminds me of a Toyota Avensis but nae too bad like ........... CGS

If I had thought about it I should have gone for :- fast map fast map + over-run popping instead of :- 0.5 bar economy map fast map Nae sure if that is "do-able" though from an Ecutek perspective. I think it's either on or off. Andy might drop in an fill us in. I would love that funtcion on demand though But having the economy map is a bonus. Man it was hard work not been able to stretch the cars legs. I stayed off boost from the minute the turbo was fitted until the session with Andy. Sheer self discipline ........ CGS

Was down at Dr. Forrest surgery today for my 3rd ( a final ? []) remap ...... Roads were bone dry and the air temps were low with exceptionally quiet roads The car has been transformed into something I am almost scared of now..... Making 305 bhp & 300 ft. lbs torque and 1.0 bar boost @ 2800 revs ( 1.3 bar by 2950 revs). I will do my usual Dastek Dyno benchmarking soon for curves comparisons with the previous remaps Almost exactly the same power and torque than an STi8 with PPP but in a lighter car with a 5 speed box. ( http://www.prodrive.com/up/03MY%20STi%20PPP.pdf) I was worried about the turbo being laggy before I got my remap but the fact it that it's more torquey off boost than with the TD04 fully compensates. The VF35 is on full boost before 3000rpm and on song only 500 rpm later than the TD04. Where the TD04 went to sleep the VF35 kicks off. At 4000 revs it surges right up to the limiter. 3rd gear is pure shax ... And then the party piece. Andy enabled the disabled the fuel cut overrun ( or whatever it was called) in the Ecutek software to let me see ( or should I say hear !) what it was like. Farkin' hall.............sounds just like anti-lag when you lift off ( with a hot exhaust). We were teetering like a couple of schoolboys after a quick sprint and the inevitable pop-bang routine. We are not just talking about the odd random pop - these are full on, guaranteed, on demand and numerous. Sadly I opted to have it disabled as the novelty would have worn off and it was just a bit too frequent. Ecutek really should have the functionality switchable via the aircon button or something. Then their license sales would go nuts So all in all, the car is running sweet and I am well chuffed. Canny wait to see how she performs at the Ring. A HUGE thanks go to Andy and Wuz for their combined wizardry ........[Y][<)] Engine Mods for info :- IHI VF35 turbo ( ported to deter boost creep [8-|]) Walbro fuel pump 255 TSL WRC Sportscat Decatted up-pipe Straight through 2.5" pipework ScoobySport BB K&N Panel filter Samco intercoolerhoses Recirc DV Nailing it outta the Forth Road bridge toll was a otal gas [] Thanks to all you lot too for generally being a bad influence. Thanks to you jokers I have gone from 215 to 230 to 250 to 305 bhp. Cal

[<)][Y] HAPPY 21st IMY !!!!!!!! [<)][Y]

Meh !

I have the following on my WRX :- Ferodo DS2500 pads Godspeed Grooved Discs ( normal diameter) Braided lines 5.1 fluid Braking has improved by 30% and they are virtually fade free as tested @ KH St3ph3n has a similiar test up and will testify the KH performance Cheers Cal

MC Karpsy & DJ Chrissy - a nice acquisition indeed. I think the "D" will stand for deafening when you boys get your paws on it ! Enjoy the new beast......I saw three of em' sat T&C today and they gave me muchos wood Cal

Jaysus Doctor Drew could be a full time employee on the SIDC..... Glad to see you are digging the results ! What mods you running ? I am off to see him in 3 days......bring it baby ! CGS

Dougie C did one on the other thread but i cannot find it because the SIDC search is as much use as a one legged man at an ass kicking competition CGS

http://forums.sidc.co.uk/forums/post/886270.aspx

http://forums.sidc.co.uk/forums/post/886270.aspx

I am off to see Andy on Monday......cannot wait The wizard of Wuz did the magic yesterday and installed a ported VF35 and an uprated Walbro fuel pump. Time for me to pop the 300bhp cherry [H]

I saw one on their forecourt yesterday .............mega tempted but canny be assed with a huge car loan. Exceptional price though ! CGS

hey John, thanks for the kind offer..............between the posts above and having become accustomed to the tyres I am of the opinion that it is deffo the tyres. I attacked an empty roundabout like a tramp into chips today and it felt pretty hunkered down Like i said, thanks again for the invaluable help Cheers Cal

Dreadful .................hawkeye for my next car then ! Cal

tootle about off boost and you wont do any damage........

Many thanks to all who have posted ! Some sound advice there ..........SIDC to the rescue [H]

http://dailymotion.alice.it/video/x1ho6r_s...ari-the-circuit Immense ! A tad Honda-esque though ( you know the one with the hot air balloon) Enjoy cal

1) you may as well shove on some extra heat wrap while the pipe is off 2) get a remap ..............a) peace of mind and it will go like a rocket ship ! The TSL pipe is the one they fit on the TSL333 package .............. Mine was sailed through my MOT even though it was second hand........come MOT time time I dont need to lift a finger. No insurance woes or emissions testing fears either CGS

You know my thoughts ma' man ! You been spanking off with the Swissol again ? [H] CGS

I reckon this is the case. I have done around 350 miles on them now so will give it another week.....Not been able to trust your car is a nightmare when turning in to a corner aggressively ! CGS

I'll be back !

This site is VERY VERY useful ! http://www.carbibles.com/ The descriptions are incredible CGS

Just did a 5 mins 59 secs in....... Arcade Mode Nissan Fairlady LM Race Car - full bhp / full speed / NO weight change and super soft tyres Well chuffed but was on the ragged edge........with smoother driving I reckon I could shave off 4 secs CGS

Got a bit of a weird thing happening with my car right now... Basically when I turn sharply the back end feels a bit floaty almost like there is more steering play than there should be. Wheel nuts are all tight and tyre pressures are correct. I have just switched from the 18" Pirelli P Zero's to Toyo T1R's. The minute I fitted the T1R's ( 225 / 40 /18) same as the Pirelli's I thought that car felt as if it was riding a bit higher and was not as planted....... So either the T1R's just feel weird by comparison ( less stiff sidewall ?) OR I have something up wiht the rear suspension. I had 2 new shockers installed recently and Prodrive Springs plus Geo settings. Before I changed the tyres the set up felt VERY planted. I cannot see how changing the tyres would have such as dramatic effect. What else could it be ? I have new soid drop links and an ARB fitted too The loss of confidence is killing me. I first really nitoced it when I had a dual with a Cossie on the Stockiemuir road. I no longer have the confidence to really lean on the tyres ( for info - the Cossie was still smoked ) Any ideas folks ? Thanks Cal