Chris Bailey Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 That picture is stunning! Cant wait to grab a copy when its out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thetrashcanman Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/06/2aqesyzu.jpg Just spotted this on the Japanese Performance FB page.... Wonder how much the old girl will get slated! I wonder how they can call your car a budget buster Does look stunning though buddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Bieber Posted February 6, 2014 Share Posted February 6, 2014 I wonder how they can call your car a budget buster Does look stunning though buddy If i remember right his car is the stock tt that the 'budget buster' na/t and na-tt have to beat.... Car is looking naughty James! Bluewater tomorrow? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thetrashcanman Posted February 6, 2014 Share Posted February 6, 2014 If i remember right his car is the stock tt that the 'budget buster' na/t and na-tt have to beat.... Car is looking naughty James! Bluewater tomorrow? Ah okay that makes a bit more sense, yes come down and join us for chicken at BW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitz Posted February 6, 2014 Share Posted February 6, 2014 If i remember right his car is the stock tt that the 'budget buster' na/t and na-tt have to beat.... Car is looking naughty James! Bluewater tomorrow? Ah okay that makes a bit more sense, yes come down and join us for chicken at BW James is currently asleep in the back of a car in Italy heading for a Ski Weekend....something about a big Italian Man sliding down his slope? Not sure what he meant but he seemed excited when he told me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted February 6, 2014 Share Posted February 6, 2014 What was the results of the test then? Did they time you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thetrashcanman Posted February 6, 2014 Share Posted February 6, 2014 James is currently asleep in the back of a car in Italy heading for a Ski Weekend....something about a big Italian Man sliding down his slope? Not sure what he meant but he seemed excited when he told me. Hahaha cheers for that enlightening post Fitz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkddav3 Posted February 6, 2014 Share Posted February 6, 2014 Looking good James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheTurtleshead Posted February 6, 2014 Author Share Posted February 6, 2014 What was the results of the test then? Did they time you? You'll have to buy the mag to find that out!! It's out on the 13th... As said no BW I'm away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted February 6, 2014 Share Posted February 6, 2014 You'll have to buy the mag to find that out!! It's out on the 13th... You lost then! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pulley Posted February 6, 2014 Share Posted February 6, 2014 James's DJG supra looked the best by far, really stunning in the sunshine, the pics do tdi it justice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted February 6, 2014 Share Posted February 6, 2014 James's DJG supra looked the best by far, really stunning in the sunshine, the pics do tdi it justice Is yours one of the cars in the feature? Did they time you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thetrashcanman Posted February 6, 2014 Share Posted February 6, 2014 You'll have to buy the mag to find that out!! It's out on the 13th... As said no BW I'm away. Next month mate? Might be a bit dryer/warmer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheTurtleshead Posted February 9, 2014 Author Share Posted February 9, 2014 You lost then! Pulley beat me.. But then he does have ~700HP! The order was Pulley, Me, Scott/Dave(Not sure who was faster) TBH, I wouldn't have minded if I had been stone dead last, the point of the feature was for the others to beat me anyway! Been thinking on the plane back from Italy today, I decided when I get the syvecs in, and later on when/if I single it, I will be using the dyno solely as a tool for mapping. What I mean is, I don't want to know what power/torque it makes, dyno numbers are just willy waving fodder really!When I drive it, if it's not fast enough, I'll make it faster. If it's fast enough for me/the UK roads...I'll leave it alone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supraleeturbo Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Pulley beat me.. But then he does have ~700HP! The order was Pulley, Me, Scott/Dave(Not sure who was faster) TBH, I wouldn't have minded if I had been stone dead last, the point of the feature was for the others to beat me anyway! Been thinking on the plane back from Italy today, I decided when I get the syvecs in, and later on when/if I single it, I will be using the dyno solely as a tool for mapping. What I mean is, I don't want to know what power/torque it makes, dyno numbers are just willy waving fodder really!When I drive it, if it's not fast enough, I'll make it faster. If it's fast enough for me/the UK roads...I'll leave it alone! That's the same as me dude I don't want to chase the numbers I just want the car right for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pulley Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Pulley beat me.. But then he does have ~700HP! The order was Pulley, Me, Scott/Dave(Not sure who was faster) TBH, I wouldn't have minded if I had been stone dead last, the point of the feature was for the others to beat me anyway! Been thinking on the plane back from Italy today, I decided when I get the syvecs in, and later on when/if I single it, I will be using the dyno solely as a tool for mapping. What I mean is, I don't want to know what power/torque it makes, dyno numbers are just willy waving fodder really!When I drive it, if it's not fast enough, I'll make it faster. If it's fast enough for me/the UK roads...I'll leave it alone! Sounds like very good thinking to me mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Pulley beat me.. But then he does have ~700HP! The order was Pulley, Me, Scott/Dave(Not sure who was faster) TBH, I wouldn't have minded if I had been stone dead last, the point of the feature was for the others to beat me anyway! Been thinking on the plane back from Italy today, I decided when I get the syvecs in, and later on when/if I single it, I will be using the dyno solely as a tool for mapping. What I mean is, I don't want to know what power/torque it makes, dyno numbers are just willy waving fodder really!When I drive it, if it's not fast enough, I'll make it faster. If it's fast enough for me/the UK roads...I'll leave it alone! Poor old Dave. You thinking of leaving it with the stock twins then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheTurtleshead Posted February 9, 2014 Author Share Posted February 9, 2014 Poor old Dave. You thinking of leaving it with the stock twins then? Yeah potentially...! Everyone with a big power car seems to either end up breaking it or always says they found BPU the most fun..! If you saw the roads where I live mate... No way I can use 600hp properly here. I'm concered about turning it into something I can only properly enjoy once a year on Dragonball. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pulley Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 I think daves supra for me was the most mechanically inspiring, from his modded auto box to his custom supercharger install Autos aren't "my thing" but I was very impressed with his ingenious ideas and work that he's put into his car Love the look of the bulge bonnet also Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheTurtleshead Posted February 9, 2014 Author Share Posted February 9, 2014 I also love Dave's car. Pioneering in many ways and criminally under-appreciated for how cool it is. It will get there I have no doubt, just need to keep the faith! Brb- Off to do some wiring!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pulley Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Yeah potentially...! Everyone with a big power car seems to either end up breaking it or always says they found BPU the most fun..! If you saw the roads where I live mate... No way I can use 600hp properly here. I'm concered about turning it into something I can only properly enjoy once a year on Dragonball. True, I've exploded my trd diff , and now twisted my driveshaft My engine mounts aren't man enough and I'm having to upgrade every bush and mount Figure chasing ends up becoming all consuming Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 (edited) That's a fair shout, bpu is fine and with a car as clean as yours, it will be worth more in years to come if you leave it alone. Fair play to Dave for doing what he wants, a lot of aggro for very little performance though. Edited February 9, 2014 by JamieP (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 (edited) Fair play to Dave for doing what he wants, a lot of aggro for very little performance though. What you see as "aggro", I see as challenge which, scratches my particular itch. The project is undergoing final developments, work in slow progress and lack of somewhere to get on with it is the aggro for me. It's a car you need to be familiar with to understand, next time our paths cross you can have a go and see what you think of it. Edited February 9, 2014 by David P (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheTurtleshead Posted February 9, 2014 Author Share Posted February 9, 2014 Did a bit more wiring tonight, one step closer to the full plug and play Syvecs package… Cut up stock boost solenoid and liberated it's plug. Soldered on some wires and wrapped it all up…Voila, plug & play MAC boost solenoid.. Stock Boost Solenoid Plug Liberated! All Done Next is a plug & play relay 'adaptey-thing' which replaces the Fuel Pump ECU… Stolen Fuel pump ECU plug! Finito! I am aware this isn't very interesting stuff…!! It will all come good soon though….Just a MAP sensor adapter to make now and I'm there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pulley Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 I love this kinda thing, top job mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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