MattP Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 Shiny shiny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted October 24, 2014 Author Share Posted October 24, 2014 Torque GT sent me some before and after pics of the new dials: Apparently they are a very good fit, though they require the removal of the pin that the needles rest on from the original dials. Really happy with how they look so far Otherwise, I'm picking Snoopy up a week today. And I have recieved some of Johns excellent aluminium seat frames Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitch79 Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 I thought it had around 80k on it for some reason. I take it obv with those dials you don't need it converting and still be limited? so it'll go up in KM but speed in MPH. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MATT RR Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 They look great, did they say if they are they easy to fit apart from removing the needle pin? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 Nice, like those a lot Jason, very oem. Time's nearly here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nicholas Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 (edited) The importer sent me a few pics today, as the car has just been dropped off with them. [ATTACH=CONFIG]192197[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=CONFIG]192191[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=CONFIG]192192[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=CONFIG]192193[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=CONFIG]192194[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=CONFIG]192195[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=CONFIG]192196[/ATTACH] I also received a brand new HKS FCD from MRX, another top gent Jay, in the last but one picture above it looks like the passenger airbag cover is loose one side, have the importer check to make sure it's not been involved in a crash and repaired. It may be the airbag has just been removed hence the sagging but I'd definitely check. Edited October 24, 2014 by Nicholas (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted October 24, 2014 Author Share Posted October 24, 2014 I thought it had around 80k on it for some reason. I take it obv with those dials you don't need it converting and still be limited? so it'll go up in KM but speed in MPH. It's around 70,000 miles. Yes, the counter will always read in KMs. I have a HKS speed limit defencer waiting to go on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted October 24, 2014 Author Share Posted October 24, 2014 Jay, in the last but one picture above it looks like the passenger airbag cover is loose one side, have the importer check to make sure it's not been involved in a crash and repaired. It may be the airbag has just been removed hence the sagging but I'd definitely check. I noticed that. But the importer has thoroughly inspected the car, as I will when I go to collect it. - - - Updated - - - They look great, did they say if they are they easy to fit apart from removing the needle pin? A bit fiddly, but straight forward enough. Just time consuming removing the dash etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C12MMO Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 This is going to look great once you get your hands on it. Will you document what bolts you use for fitting Johns seat rails? I also received a pair this week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted October 24, 2014 Author Share Posted October 24, 2014 This is going to look great once you get your hands on it. Will you document what bolts you use for fitting Johns seat rails? I also received a pair this week. Yes I've not looked into it yet, but I assume the stock bolts are too short? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamzahkhan Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 Cant believe I missed this thread! She's finally here!! Congratulations. I think its time to update your signature Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrboomberang Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 Looks nice same as mine tiptronic once you get bpu you will have some fun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted October 27, 2014 Author Share Posted October 27, 2014 Yeah, I've had a decent spec BPU auto before, love the grin inducing kickdown Like the look of your car, not many spoilerless ones around. Are they Work Equips too? I've been spending money on the car again Pics to follow in the next few days... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted October 30, 2014 Author Share Posted October 30, 2014 So, tomorrow's the big day But, I've just taken collection of these, which will improve the interior no end... They need a good clean, and as they're OEM fit from a RenaultSport Megane, there's no guarantee they'll fit. But I'm hoping that in combination with the alloy rails I got from John, I can get them in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abtin90 Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Great update, the seats are gorgeous. Have you decided on a set of wheels yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Man you must be so excited Really looking forward to seeing the updates and when you collect her, looks stunning in the pictures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted October 30, 2014 Author Share Posted October 30, 2014 Yeah, can't wait to get that horrible grey cloth interior out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted October 30, 2014 Author Share Posted October 30, 2014 Great update, the seats are gorgeous. Have you decided on a set of wheels yet? Want some BBS LMs, but tbh I'll be happy with the stock wheels for the time being Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrboomberang Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 They seats look braw mate luckily mine came with standard leather wheels mmm i feel safest with my standard 17s on looks best with work equips !! Bbs are nice but i think work meister 3 piece rims or ccw classics or what ever you fancy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted November 1, 2014 Author Share Posted November 1, 2014 Well, what a day that was! I left York at 5.30am, and got back at around 10pm last night. 5 hours on the train, followed by around 8 hours drive back... I was obviously too bust to get some decent pics, but Torque GT took some just before I arrived... Really happy with the car. Although there is the odd mark here and there, it is really tidy. The interior is much tidier than I was expecting, except for the steering wheel and gear knob, which are both knackered. I really like the way the car drives. The only flaw is the actual tiptronic buttons themselves - the layout is a poor design, but they do work effectively. These tiptronic cars seem to be much more responsive than I remember my UK TT auto being. The only creature comfort that it's really missing is cruise control IMO, which is something I'm looking into, possibly utilizing VVTi Aristo parts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pudsey Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 Congratulations on the purchase. The vvti tipronics do go well for what they are out the box. I have had and or driven all the variations of the oem twin turbo supra, and i wouldn't have anything else now. Simply for ease of everyday use, value for money, reliability, and a bit of rarity too. I love mine, sure you will enjoy yours too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ripped_fear Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 Congratulations mate car looks great. Where did they take those pictures when I picked mine up a few years ago there building wasn't that impressive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted November 1, 2014 Author Share Posted November 1, 2014 Congratulations mate car looks great. Where did they take those pictures when I picked mine up a few years ago there building wasn't that impressive. Thanks They moved there about a 6 months ago apparently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luxluc Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 Nice project mate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 That's because it's the VVTi making it more responsive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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