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My new turbos!


Jez sutherland
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Finally got the car all sorted out and running properly again.

 

Leon and the guys at JPS replaced the turbos with their stage 3 hybrids, and after running in and all that - I must say I am really pleased.

 

The car is noticably more powerful at stock boost levels - with no extra lag! And when the boost is turned up, the kick from the second turbo is excellent.

 

I had heard some people say that UKs on hybrids could be nasty - well, in my experience, they are excellent!

 

Anyway, a big thanks to Leon and the guys. It was a real pleasure dealing with them. I can strongly recommend JPS to anyone who hasn't already tried them, and must say that Leon is a top bloke.

 

Jeremy

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Traction is still not too bad - never had any problems with the stock turbos, but do have a bit of a traction issue sometimes now.

 

Tyres are SO3s - which are excellent, and the car is a manual, so I have really good control over the power using the clutch. I still don't see the need for RLTC - perhaps I drive like a pussy?

 

I recon the extra power will not cause traction problems when the roads are not covered with salt and other crap - we'll see!

 

As a matter of interest, the tyres I use in the summer are 275s, and the extra little bit of width makes a massive difference to grip IMHO.

 

You having traction problems Monkeymark?

 

Jezza

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not having any traction problems at the moment :) no gearbox in car. when i was last driving it i was having trouble when you put your foot down in a straight line it would step out. but have since found out my tyres were gone on the inside. bought some new rear tyres for when i get it back on road soon.

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