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Rev 555
03-03-2010, 12:38 AM
MY08 BMP 3 Door Golf GTI

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5056/5480024597_6e62ba459e_b.jpg

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2011 Ducati 848 EVO

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6069/6040390172_6425a4769c_b.jpg

Paolo
03-03-2010, 12:43 AM
YUMMY! especially the Ducatti!
another owner with VMR V710s! why must you make me so jealous for!
any specifics on your mods?

chewy7
03-03-2010, 12:47 AM
Damn that looks good! We need more pics dude!

Rev 555
03-03-2010, 01:01 AM
Damn that looks good! We need more pics dude!

Thanks! We have similar taste in wheels. :-)

Here's a few more pics...

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4064/4401315404_d168a50b91.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2697/4400552597_795ed4f28f.jpg
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Rev 555
03-03-2010, 01:06 AM
YUMMY! especially the Ducatti!
another owner with VMR V710s! why must you make me so jealous for!
any specifics on your mods?

Hey Paolo

Mods are Giac, AWE Turbo back, HPA Coilovers and H&R sways. Apart from the chip the brake upgrade gave me the biggest smile....

nath_mk6
03-03-2010, 07:29 AM
Good to see the rides Kevin, and as if your resting on your mods.....

bigwill
03-03-2010, 08:52 AM
excellent ride kevin. very tasteful mods.

Frenchie
03-03-2010, 08:56 AM
Sexy GTI Kevin !! How mean is that Ducatti !!

I can see you have a talent for photos and mods ;)

Great to have you on the forum..

Cam
03-03-2010, 09:00 AM
Hey kev!

Love your car, I had a good perv at the VMR's on the last GTG lol.
Theres something about them I really like.

Here are a couple of shots I had lying around.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4038/4333560231_32f1c12157_o.jpg

http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/4264/433355950720ed520f03o.jpg

Very sexy car.

10d
03-03-2010, 09:04 AM
Good to see the rides Kevin, and as if your resting on your mods.....
Haha. I agree with Nath. I know you did a few more "comfort" mods as of last week.

Frenchie
03-03-2010, 09:21 AM
Please do share >D

AP
03-03-2010, 09:32 AM
looks HOT Kevin... Sweet GTI:cool:

Justin Fox
03-03-2010, 09:46 AM
Nice car and solid mods.

PS. Modding bikes? Now that rocks out! Those monsters are so hot in white. How amazing was the transformation in sound when you whacked on those mufflers huh?!

Rev 555
03-03-2010, 11:06 AM
Hey kev!

Love your car, I had a good perv at the VMR's on the last GTG lol.
Theres something about them I really like.

Here are a couple of shots I had lying around.



Very sexy car.

Thanks Cam.

Rev 555
03-03-2010, 11:33 AM
Haha. I agree with Nath. I know you did a few more "comfort" mods as of last week.

Okay okay so I didn't stop there but no real thanks to you! I added a RNS510 unit last week and just ordered a HPFP...


Nice car and solid mods.

PS. Modding bikes? Now that rocks out! Those monsters are so hot in white. How amazing was the transformation in sound when you whacked on those mufflers huh?!

These bikes are built to be modded. You should see the Ducati Performance parts list. Its like a Christmas catalogue. I will bring the bike next GTG :-)

Pharkus
03-03-2010, 12:11 PM
Love those wheels, they do look sexy! Any poke at all? What width tyre are you running?

10d
03-03-2010, 10:53 PM
Okay okay so I didn't stop there but no real thanks to you! I added a RNS510 unit last week and just ordered a HPFP...

LOL! Man, I will pass the blame!

These bikes are built to be modded. You should see the Ducati Performance parts list. Its like a Christmas catalogue. I will bring the bike next GTG :-)

Please do bring it!

burgs
04-03-2010, 05:52 PM
Hot looking car mate :D

Tinto
04-03-2010, 05:54 PM
OEM BBK love.

zz2
05-03-2010, 12:53 PM
Kev your GTI looks awesome! but i need more info on the monster :D

Rev 555
05-03-2010, 04:53 PM
Nice one Kevin. I hope you're not going to blame me for your HPFP mod! =) That with some new software and you should be pulling even harder.

Definitely all your fault. :-)

Rev 555
05-03-2010, 05:02 PM
Kev your GTI looks awesome! but i need more info on the monster :D

Thanks mate. Model is the Ducati 696. Mods includes new ECU to accommodate the new Termi Carbon Fibre Race Exhaust system and revised air filter. Carbon fibre to front and rear fenders, exhaust cowls and fender eliminator.

10d
06-03-2010, 09:17 AM
Thanks mate. Model is the Ducati 696. Mods includes new ECU to accommodate the new Termi Carbon Fibre Race Exhaust system and revised air filter. Carbon fibre to front and rear fenders, exhaust cowls and fender eliminator.
Awesome!

RobR32
07-03-2010, 09:36 AM
Hey Kev your car looks GREAT!
Were you on the full day golfmkv GTG on the 21st of November?

nath_mk6
07-03-2010, 09:51 AM
Yep Kev was there and on the last one you organised if only for the half day with me and Tendy

RobR32
07-03-2010, 10:26 AM
ok sweet
did he have the brake done on the full day cruise? or did that just happen recently?

nath_mk6
07-03-2010, 12:28 PM
Lol answering for him. The break kit was a recent addition which made their debut at the half day drive, hence the madness that he was pulling off in the wet :)

Rev 555
07-03-2010, 10:22 PM
Lol answering for him. The break kit was a recent addition which made their debut at the half day drive, hence the madness that he was pulling off in the wet :)

Cheers Nathan :-) Sorry Rob I have been offline all weekend. Been away!

10d
07-03-2010, 10:24 PM
Cheers Nathan :-) Sorry Rob I have been offline all weekend. Been away!

Another "dirty" weekend, buddy? Ahahaha.

nath_mk6
07-03-2010, 10:36 PM
Lol nice for some!!

burgs
28-03-2010, 10:43 PM
Hey mate, was very impressed by your car today. What tune are you running?

Paolo
29-03-2010, 12:02 AM
Hey mate, was very impressed by your car today. What tune are you running?

GIAC yo

Rev 555
29-03-2010, 12:13 AM
Hey mate, was very impressed by your car today. What tune are you running?

Thanks! I am running a Stage 2 GIAC tune take takes into account the bigger CAI and TB exhaust. To keep things cool I have an S3 intercooler with Neuspeed Intercooler and Discharge pipes for better throtle response.

Still thinking about a K04 but my set up still keeps me happy.

Justin Fox
29-03-2010, 09:24 AM
Your car head heaps of squirt Kevin. Looked plenty powerful from behind in the twisties. :cool:

Frenchie
29-03-2010, 10:06 AM
Both Tendy and Kev left me for dust ! My R is overweight.

AP
29-03-2010, 10:08 AM
Just needs a turbo kit Frenchie, Then you will leave them in the dust>D

G-rig
29-03-2010, 10:09 AM
Both Tendy and Kev left me for dust ! My R is overweight.

It needs to go on a diet!

Ps looked like an awesome GTG , nice pics.

Frenchie
29-03-2010, 10:36 AM
Just needs a turbo kit Frenchie, Then you will leave them in the dust>D

>D not too many options but to Ap



I think so too G-rig - VW biggest loser

10d
29-03-2010, 10:53 AM
Off topic post, French! >D

Put her on the Frenchie diet!

Pharkus
29-03-2010, 12:01 PM
>D not too many options but to Ap



I think so too G-rig - VW biggest loser

If it's too heavy just go full carbon fibre like AP's lotus!!!

Rev 555
14-05-2010, 09:36 PM
After a bit of deliberating I decided to colour code my BM GTI....... and added a few cosmetic bits along the way whilst it was in the panel shop!

A few before shots

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1213/4605715995_84755f620e_o.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1295/4605721019_e5bedf0f5d_o.jpg



and after!

OSIR Mask

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3589/4606126970_f375f4f0a6_o.jpg

OSIR rear Valance and R32 Tails

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1435/4605513443_d5cc0778c0_o.jpg

OSIR rear Spoiler

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1161/4606127756_209d3769ef_o.jpg

Unfortunately needed to put number plate somewhere but will look better when new re styled plates arrive...

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3383/4605513845_4ab1698ed8_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3384/4606127256_07d7ecdb55_o.jpg

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derek
14-05-2010, 09:42 PM
looks the biz mate!

Cam
14-05-2010, 09:48 PM
Wow!!
The rear diffuser makes a huge difference. Looks great!
>D

And those VMR's....they get me all warm and fuzzy everytime I see em...haha

G-rig
14-05-2010, 09:54 PM
This car already looked great, even better now nice job!

nath_mk6
14-05-2010, 09:55 PM
Wow he lives, long time no hear/see mate.

Cars looking great, question is how much did you buy and not get second hand! lol

How did the curb rash go?

Always good to see the little mods you do

Rev 555
14-05-2010, 10:00 PM
Wow he lives, long time no hear/see mate.

Cars looking great, question is how much did you buy and not get second hand! lol

How did the curb rash go?

Always good to see the little mods you do

Thanks for the compliments guys! Was a bit apprehensive about 'over' doing it but happy with outcome.

Curb rash gone Nath! Amazing job but pricey...

I picked up the rear spoiler from Suga as you know and the rest from Ian. I have benn accumulating parts for a few months now....

and I still have a few bits to go on still :-)

nath_mk6
14-05-2010, 10:10 PM
good to hear about the wheels, nasty stuff

more bits hey, sounds like another reveal will be needed :)

have to catch up for coffee and have a look at her sometime, you coming to Frenchies torture session in the AM tomorrow (before your wakeup time I guess slacker!!!)

chewy7
14-05-2010, 10:12 PM
That looks awesome dude! Colour coding BMP does make a huge difference! Looks mint!

Rev 555
14-05-2010, 10:13 PM
good to hear about the wheels, nasty stuff

more bits hey, sounds like another reveal will be needed :)

have to catch up for coffee and have a look at her sometime, you coming to Frenchies torture session in the AM tomorrow (before your wakeup time I guess slacker!!!)

yep no chance. I do my torture session on Wednesday nights! I can join you guys for coffee after though?

nath_mk6
14-05-2010, 10:14 PM
yeah sounds like a plan, I'll pm you

AP
14-05-2010, 10:24 PM
Looks hot Kevin, It looks like 10d's evil black GTI brother!!

MasterKevin
14-05-2010, 10:30 PM
I WANT YOUR BIKE !!! haha

10d
14-05-2010, 10:34 PM
Looks hot Kevin, It looks like 10d's evil black GTI brother!!
Bwahahaha.

Looks hot, Kev!
I think you need the CF bonnet now

Rev 555
14-05-2010, 10:44 PM
I WANT YOUR BIKE !!! haha

I am selling it! :-)

Rev 555
14-05-2010, 10:46 PM
Looks hot Kevin, It looks like 10d's evil black GTI brother!!

He is seriously a bad influence!

Bwahahaha.

Looks hot, Kev!
I think you need the CF bonnet now

See what I mean!

nath_mk6
14-05-2010, 10:51 PM
Hahaha yes he is a bad influence, a disease spreader!! >D

10d
14-05-2010, 11:04 PM
I don't think it's a disease.

More like an addiction.

Dub addiction! :) Haha. (Tim, free plug here)

en.elle
14-05-2010, 11:13 PM
I didn't think colour coding a black GTI would do much but it looks great! Those CF bits and pieces add a nice touch too :)

nath_mk6
14-05-2010, 11:16 PM
I don't think it's a disease.

More like an addiction.

Dub addiction! :) Haha. (Tim, free plug here)

It is an addiction yes, however it spreads like a disease ;)

10d
14-05-2010, 11:59 PM
It is an addiction yes, however it spreads like a disease ;)
Yeah, umm. You only got yourself to blame :) weak!

Use to blame a good friend for my mods. In the end, you just have to embrace it :)

nath_mk6
15-05-2010, 12:03 AM
>D

Frenchie
15-05-2010, 11:43 AM
Looking good K.

AP
15-05-2010, 12:26 PM
Modding makes it look better and go faster!! Oh yeah..

Rev 555
15-05-2010, 07:53 PM
Thought it was about time I got my camera out to attempt a few decent shots of the car!

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1439/4607930831_e4f12620fc_o.jpg

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nath_mk6
15-05-2010, 07:56 PM
nice shots there Kev, great location by the look of it

Big Yellow
15-05-2010, 08:17 PM
Wow looks sick mate!

Do you rub at the front?

Rev 555
15-05-2010, 08:22 PM
Wow looks sick mate!

Do you rub at the front?

The front guards are now rolled so no more rubbing 99% of the time. Only rubs on really tight corners or travelling at low speeds and hitting a deep dip with two on board.

Tim
15-05-2010, 08:38 PM
Looks tough!

Cam
15-05-2010, 08:55 PM
Sexy GTI
>D

Great shots Kev!

10d
15-05-2010, 10:44 PM
Hey Kev, NEX 5? :)
You exhaust tips looked a lot better with the rear valance, bud!

nath_mk6
15-05-2010, 11:18 PM
Fixed your plate for you Kev.

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1380/4608828096_de5c3d6580_o.jpg

10d
16-05-2010, 12:14 AM
Bwahaha. Cheeky, nath, cheeky...I like it!

nath_mk6
16-05-2010, 09:02 AM
>D I think it should be his new plates, then the car can be a tax deduction! lol

AP
16-05-2010, 09:33 AM
Nice photo's Kevin, Have to catch up for a coffee and have a look in person!

derek
16-05-2010, 09:37 AM
nice shots dude!

G-rig
16-05-2010, 09:47 AM
Looks hot!

Justin Fox
16-05-2010, 10:05 AM
Hot shots! 2 door > 4 door for sure!

10d
16-05-2010, 11:07 AM
Hot shots! 3 door > 5 door for sure!

Fixed :)

Justin Fox
16-05-2010, 03:47 PM
The hatch is only a door if you're a dog! :lol:

SUGA
16-05-2010, 04:01 PM
^ haha!!

Kev your car is looking damn finee!! :)

Rev 555
16-05-2010, 08:12 PM
Installed my PIVOT Muliti Gauge today. Its easy to install as it runs off the diagnostic port and isplays boost, oil and water temps the latter two more cosmetic than useful.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4011/4610566905_33c7677076_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3362/4611176230_c72bd2ddaa_o.jpg

On the first test run....

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1407/4611306412_1b0c813611_o.jpg

G-rig
16-05-2010, 08:26 PM
That's hot.

Haven't really seen any good MK6 boost gague holders yet.

Ps. The plastic on the MK6 dials seems to scratch a lot easier than MK5, they must have gone a bit cheap.

Paolo
16-05-2010, 09:06 PM
kevin you've been a busy beaver, is the k04 still on the cards?

burgs
16-05-2010, 09:10 PM
Car looks great mate, cant wait to see it at the next meet :)

Rev 555
16-05-2010, 09:12 PM
That's hot.

Haven't really seen any good MK6 boost gague holders yet.

Ps. The plastic on the MK6 dials seems to scratch a lot easier than MK5, they must have gone a bit cheap.

Thansk buddy you have been very complimentary of my new mods over the weekend, I appreciate it.


kevin you've been a busy beaver, is the k04 still on the cards?
Yes I have been hibernating from the forum from fear an eraly divorce but been accumulating parts instead :-)

....K04 is still on the agenda. Just waiting for Lucas to hurry up with the HPFP map.

nath_mk6
16-05-2010, 09:29 PM
early divorse, lol, you havent even mograted from the girlfriend title to the fiance title for her!! :)

10d
16-05-2010, 09:30 PM
Nice gauge!

See? Not difficult to install, right?

I really feel your fear too, buddy.

I'm in the hot water too because of it :)

Rev 555
16-05-2010, 10:03 PM
early divorse, lol, you havent even mograted from the girlfriend title to the fiance title for her!! :)

Same same !


Nice gauge!

See? Not difficult to install, right?

I really feel your fear too, buddy.

I'm in the hot water too because of it :)

You would be proud of me. I didnt even call a friend :-) Instead this little tool does help :-)

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1335/4611508640_0c7d7d5f94.jpg

G-rig
16-05-2010, 10:22 PM
Thansk buddy you have been very complimentary of my new mods over the weekend, I appreciate it.


No worries, all very tasteful mods.


Instead this little tool does help :-)

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1335/4611508640_0c7d7d5f94.jpg

Those are good, i got a set of dash removal tools from ebay for ~$9 (can pass on the seller if anyone is interested).

stevie
17-05-2010, 01:33 AM
Love your car man, but your bike takes the cake :)

Justin Fox
17-05-2010, 09:39 AM
How does the multi gauge work Kevin?! Set once and forget or can it display different functions by pressing a button or something?

M4RK0
17-05-2010, 11:36 AM
Oh! looks great Kev,

Rev 555
17-05-2010, 12:03 PM
How does the multi gauge work Kevin?! Set once and forget or can it display different functions by pressing a button or something?

You just need to press the mode button on the right hand side to switch which reading you want. You cant see all three at the same time. I just leave it on the boost setting. :-)

stephen8512
17-05-2010, 07:13 PM
nice!!!!
hey kev, the OSIR pod you installed, how easy/hard was it to pry out the A/C vent?

Justin Fox
17-05-2010, 07:23 PM
Thought so, cheers Kev. I like it!

Rev 555
17-05-2010, 09:39 PM
nice!!!!
hey kev, the OSIR pod you installed, how easy/hard was it to pry out the A/C vent?

Easy when you have the right tool as posted a few posts back. I didn't realise it was one piece it was like pulling out a wisdom teeth!

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4066/4614484193_6fce2c635b.jpg

Paolo
21-05-2010, 10:29 PM
http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w134/suprizepackidge/clueless.jpg
I wonder what you boys are looking for? hahahahahah

Kevin took me in a spin and goes very well! the k03 is such an awesome daily driver for city commuting and as 10d describes it is "zippy" but i think i tempted him into k04 territory =p

nath_mk6
21-05-2010, 10:42 PM
more mods for Kev, haha, one day you'll stop, one day......

Rev 555
29-05-2010, 10:26 PM
Autotech High Volume Fuel Pump Upgrade

After waiting for approximately 3 months my GIAC software for a HPFP (K03) arrived from the US. There was no HPFP GIAC map previous to this in Australia. Only US cars had the flash or you incorporated with a K04 Extreme tune upgrade/Pirelli. Thanks Lucas for persisting and chasing it for me! I think I am the first with this GIAC tune so fingers crossed!

So it was off the see Arthur at Exoticars early in the morning. As always his workshop is full of exotics..

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4068/4649647522_a36d9e805b_b.jpg

After the reading the instructions and lack of mechanical aptitude I thought it best for a professional to do the install.

Once you remove the engine cover the Fuel pump is easily accessible.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4012/4649492192_492bb1eab9_b.jpg

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Once the fuel pump is removed it is time to remove the OEM Piston and return spring

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4050/4649492948_94283a219c_b.jpg

New Autotech HPFP. Doesn't look like much and an expensive little sucker. It also came with a huge one page disclaimer on that headlined with 'Important Notice and preventative notice.."

"..Autotech cannot guarantee that your camshaft’s fuel pump lobe will not experience increased wear leading to a catastrophic
failure. All customers who choose to use Autotech’s high volume fuel pump must accept the additional risk of camshaft failure."


http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4055/4648874573_6319113073_b.jpg

Comparison to OEM (photo courtesy Autotech)

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4035/4649737948_7cd7342ac6.jpg

The new HPFP ready to be re installed

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4013/4649493808_c0fddd1825_b.jpg

Inspection of the old Cam follower. You can see the signs of wear at the top of the follower.

'The new kit is designed to provide up to 50% greater fuel volume than the standard factory
fuel pump. In order to drive this additional fuel volume under the basic laws of physics it will take up to 50% proportionally more pressure to drive the pump. The pump is driven by a lobe on the factory intake camshaft which in turn drives the fuel pump piston through a follower. The pressure exerted on the cam lobe can be up to 50% greater than the standard application.'

I will need to inspect this fellow a bit more often now. You guys out there with tuned engines should check this regularly! Plenty of camshaft failures out there due to the failure of this little part that cost $80. I took no chances and replaced mine.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3399/4649493396_17545c234e_b.jpg

View of the exposed intake with camshaft visible

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4002/4648875551_496b56af3b_b.jpg

With the hardware installed it was time for the software!

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4060/4649214989_a22e2f2eea_b.jpg

Initial Feedback

Car feels great although it will take another 100kms for the new tune to adjust. Feels more responsive and much better mid range that everyone told me to expect. Bum meter tells me that the car feels more powerful but this upgrade is not suppose to deliver extra killer wasps. Perhaps the other components installed working better? Need to get on a DYNO! I will report back on fuel consumption!

nath_mk6
29-05-2010, 10:32 PM
exciting stuff there Kevin

AP
29-05-2010, 11:21 PM
Looks good Kevin!!

Cam
29-05-2010, 11:57 PM
Nice Kev!
I should get my cam follower checked now you mention it.

Rev 555
30-05-2010, 12:40 AM
Just checking everything is working post tune...:-)


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjjnNUhOGjQ

nath_mk6
30-05-2010, 12:49 AM
sounds good

Rev 555
30-05-2010, 12:54 AM
sounds good

Not as refined as 10D's but louder!

nath_mk6
30-05-2010, 12:56 AM
lol, whose car is as refined as 10d's......

G-rig
30-05-2010, 09:32 AM
Nice updates Kev... So have you got plans for a K04 or already got one (can't recall)..?

Justin Fox
30-05-2010, 09:42 AM
Freaky shit! Good work Kevin.

Rev 555
30-05-2010, 09:55 AM
Nice updates Kev... So have you got plans for a K04 or already got one (can't recall)..?

Hi Greg its in the horizon but not in a hurry to do it as I am quite happy with the car atm. I have a good platform though when I do get there.

G-rig
30-05-2010, 10:10 AM
Sounds like it's a nice machine already mate!

Frenchie
30-05-2010, 07:09 PM
Oh my mr K - liking your work !

Rev 555
03-06-2010, 10:25 PM
Start of a new project....

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4021/4666168242_071a85124f.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4033/4665544277_a0bfc20f90.jpg

G-rig
03-06-2010, 10:28 PM
Nice, is the car at Marty's this week?

zz2
03-06-2010, 10:53 PM
Those are good, i got a set of dash removal tools from ebay for ~$9 (can pass on the seller if anyone is interested).

INTERESTED! i just use the old cards from my wallet


your GTI is looking good Kev.. but i like your bros car more >D

G-rig
03-06-2010, 10:56 PM
INTERESTED! i just use the old cards from my wallet


I passed on the sellers email to Kev, doesn't appear to be selling them on ebay at the moment but could be similar ones or you could always email him.

bwen
03-06-2010, 11:21 PM
I've spoken to other people who have a k03 with a HPFP and they say that the car feels 'torque-ier' eg. it seems to pull itself a bit better? Hopefull you'll notice the difference once it's fully run in

kaoticice
03-06-2010, 11:33 PM
Start of a new project....

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4021/4666168242_071a85124f.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4033/4665544277_a0bfc20f90.jpg

keep us updated kev!! =D

AP
04-06-2010, 12:00 AM
Time for some doof doof music!!
Oh yeah..

10d
04-06-2010, 12:02 AM
:) geez Kev!

MasterKevin
04-06-2010, 12:35 AM
going all out :D

Always a pleasure to see your updates :D

stephen8512
04-06-2010, 12:49 AM
awesome stuff kev! exhaust sounds crazy!!

Frenchie
04-06-2010, 12:24 PM
Looking forward to seeing finish product Kev...Where are you doing the install ?

Rev 555
05-06-2010, 12:35 AM
Time for some doof doof music!!
Oh yeah..

Not quite I think I have past that stage in life but you never know! I actually wanted to stop the rattling to begin with....:-)


Looking forward to seeing finish product Kev...Where are you doing the install ?
at FHRX Studios. Marty is a true proffessional and knows our cars inside out.....

Rev 555
05-06-2010, 12:39 AM
I've spoken to other people who have a k03 with a HPFP and they say that the car feels 'torque-ier' eg. it seems to pull itself a bit better? Hopefull you'll notice the difference once it's fully run in

The car does feel different cant quite put my finger on it yet. I am getting the car dynoed next week so it will be interesting what sort of curve it throws. One thing that is weird though is that I am actually getting better fuel economy which cant be right! I musn't be driving it hard enough. :-)

G-rig
05-06-2010, 12:43 AM
Marty is pretty highly regarded.

I always recommend them if you live in Sydney (and lucky having Northfield Moorooka up here).

AP
05-06-2010, 09:59 AM
Come on Kev, is it finished yet?

MasterKevin
05-06-2010, 03:51 PM
updatessssssssss :D

G-rig
05-06-2010, 04:31 PM
Get any more pics?

Rev 555
05-06-2010, 07:02 PM
Phase 1 Sound System Build Complete

Got the car back late last night with front components installed, amps, Bit One and a temporary sub box. A lot of guys rave on about FHRX and now I know why. Marty knows his stuff and his attention to detail even surprised someone as pedantic as me. He actuall drove me nuts in the end with all the science involved. Its always a bit nerve wrecking seeing your car pulled apart from front to back with wires hanging out all over the place.

Well gone are the days where you could wire a pair of 6 x 9's and 6 band graphic equalizer in a few hours. Now I am showing my age :-) Here are some build photos sorry they are a bit boring as car is not finished.

New Fuse plate and holder. Check out the size of the new cables!

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1265/4669912517_04e568b576_b.jpg

Not sure how he got this bit of cable through that grommet

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4056/4670545074_6efa8ddb8f_b.jpg

New cables intergrated with OEM fron tfront to back of car

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4047/4670543082_86f9fec0c1.jpg

Front, Rear Seats and Carpets removed for new wiring

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1284/4669914119_9f6d585f76.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4020/4669916943_ba87e48bf8.jpg

Once the doors were sound deadened with Dynamat Extreme new baffles were made for the new mid woofer ( Dyna Zorb diffusor at the back)

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1277/4670545420_0dea8bba27_b.jpg

New mid woofer installed

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4046/4670540384_78df74496f_b.jpg

Mid Range New vs OEM

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4033/4669914679_626994e0ae_b.jpg

Existing speaker hole had to be increased some cutting involved....yikes

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4056/4670542438_f198a9448c_b.jpg

Nicely done and finished

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4031/4670545780_11b1ae51dc_b.jpg

Not much room between door trim and door

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4018/4670541802_c4cd5bde45_b.jpg

Tweeters being prep

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4032/4669913809_2ac239733f_b.jpg

All speaker connections were resoldered and heatshrunk

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4021/4670540734_d0c1acbdb9_b.jpg

Factory Amp (underneath passenger seat) re configured

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4036/4669916645_e43e5831eb_b.jpg

The new Brains of the System - Audison Bit One Sound Processor

Amazing bit of kit that has a 31 band graphic equilizer for each of the eight channels!

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1268/4670542730_4850f6b5fa_b.jpg

Original Spectrum Analyser Reading

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4670543744_d660a43b5d_b.jpg

Post Tune Reading

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4045/4670543394_daca5ea90b_b.jpg

MasterKevin
05-06-2010, 07:13 PM
o0o0o0o coming along very very nicely :D

Frenchie
05-06-2010, 07:53 PM
Damn that looks top job K !! be keen to hear it in person.

G-rig
05-06-2010, 08:57 PM
Looks like a great Job Kev, nice work :D

Justin Fox
06-06-2010, 01:25 PM
LOL going hard on the audio! Go FHRX. Only ever hear great things about Marty.

Rev 555
06-06-2010, 01:52 PM
LOL going hard on the audio! Go FHRX. Only ever hear great things about Marty.

I know! Just added more weight so now need more power! :-)

Justin Fox
06-06-2010, 01:57 PM
Haha I wasn't going to mention the weight bit hehe.

G-rig
06-06-2010, 01:58 PM
Don't worry Kev, Golf's aren't light cars anyway so you should enjoy the whole package. Mind you good excuse for adding more power :D.

Not much weight to worry about anyway and doubt you'd notice it.

Pharkus
06-06-2010, 02:20 PM
Oh my Kevin! You've done well on the equipment side of things. Are they G-Rigs? Sound must put a smile to your face now.

Rev 555
06-06-2010, 06:14 PM
Oh my Kevin! You've done well on the equipment side of things. Are they G-Rigs? Sound must put a smile to your face now.

Thanks John. Yes the Dynaudios were from Greg. I actually prefer buying second hand from forum members - we are all enthusiasts and tend to be more particular!


Haha I wasn't going to mention the weight bit hehe.

Should have borrowed your scales :-) At least I got rid of the rattles!

r207
06-06-2010, 06:17 PM
Ah it was your golf that needed the coding. Fhrx is the best

saad
06-06-2010, 06:53 PM
Awesome work on the stereo - should sound awesome! In regards to weight, dynamat doesnt actually weigh that much, unless you do the WHOLE car!

Amps can weigh a fair bit (my 2 JLs weigh a ton, but thats why I'm jsut getting a single 5 channel class D), but you wont really notice much of a difference at all

Edit: Actually my amps only weight 10kgs - which is not much at all. Add maybe half a kilo for the MDF they sit on, and 3kgs (if that) of dynamat! The HD900/5 only weighs 4-5kgs :)

Rev 555
06-06-2010, 07:47 PM
I love their work. So clean. Such great and funny guys too. Looks great Kev. Look forward to hearing it one day.

Thanks John. Was looking at your build as reference as I did not know what to do with the amps! I decided to keep the spare so they have to build a false floor. Have you got your front stage yet?

G-rig
06-06-2010, 07:47 PM
I just weighed my Arc mini amps and come in pretty light at 1.5kg each (got two). I didn't get them for that reason though, but they are small and can put them anywhere (will both be going under the passenger seat).

I couldnt tell the difference when i temporarily removed the spare, the tools and the rear seat bottom besides loud road noise.

No need to get too carried away with dynamat, I didn't even have any beside a bit behind the midbass. Most people just go crazy with it, but it's mostly the foam (tac-mat) you need to stop rattles of where the trims are touching etc.

FHRX do seem to do things properly, great getting the photos too.

Rev 555
06-06-2010, 07:49 PM
Awesome work on the stereo - should sound awesome! In regards to weight, dynamat doesnt actually weigh that much, unless you do the WHOLE car!

Amps can weigh a fair bit (my 2 JLs weigh a ton, but thats why I'm jsut getting a single 5 channel class D), but you wont really notice much of a difference at all

Edit: Actually my amps only weight 10kgs - which is not much at all. Add maybe half a kilo for the MDF they sit on, and 3kgs (if that) of dynamat! The HD900/5 only weighs 4-5kgs :)

You are right on the Dynamat I only used 5 sheets - Marty used 127 sheets on his 200SX!

Justin Fox
06-06-2010, 08:34 PM
I think Marty must use that dynamat stuff everywhere. Bedroom, bathroom pool room... :lol:

MasterKevin
06-06-2010, 08:58 PM
I think Marty must use that dynamat stuff everywhere. Bedroom, bathroom pool room... :lol:

SO THatsss how u stop the vibrations coming from my bedroom...

was wondering on how to fix that !!!

hahaahahah

Rev 555
13-06-2010, 12:45 PM
Dyno Result

As most of you are aware Justin, Tendy and I recently got our cars on the rollers to see what our cars were pushing out. I was curious as I have never had the car measured before. I recently had the car flashed with a new GIAC map incorporating a HPFP. Prior to this the car was flashed with GIAC's standard flash incorporating a CAI and TBE. I am a bit annoyed I didn't measure the car stock to see what my base power was and the gains I got. Just to clarify and to eliminate any confusion GAIC do not sell their products by way of Stages so I am not sure how you would compare this tune with other brands that go down the route. As far as Lucas is concerned it is the base GIAC tune with HPFP. A HPFP does not give additional power but improved midrange and to this I can concur. I now have a base to work on and I believe room for improvement.

I am a bit disappointed how power cannot be sustained post 5350rpm with the standard KO3 or Intake? It is to be expected though.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4013/4692178089_e93d59da8c_b.jpg

Rev 555
13-06-2010, 12:51 PM
Having said that I was actually quite happy with the car's performance at Wakefield on Friday! Apart from my novice driving skills the car didn't miss a beat powering out of corners, DSG behaved and managing to scare myself down the straight. The big brakes worked a treat.

G-rig
13-06-2010, 12:53 PM
Nice work Kev, i got to go to the next Dyno day, like you just out of interest. Would be good to get a stock run and Stage 1 run by switching programs before i add any other mods.

ps. How is the audio setup, did marty get rid of the noise issue you had?

Rev 555
13-06-2010, 12:56 PM
Nice work Kev, i got to go to the next Dyno day, like you just out of interest. Would be good to get a stock run and Stage 1 run by switching programs before i add any other mods.

ps. How is the audio setup, did marty get rid of the noise issue you had?

Hey Greg - I am getting everything sorted out next week. New enclosure has arrived. :-)

Paolo
13-06-2010, 01:14 PM
I am a bit disappointed how power cannot be sustained post 5350rpm with the standard KO3 or Intake? It is to be expected though.


i think its because the K03 runs out puff in the higher rpms whilst the k04 and BT keeps pulling strong even past redline. I also thought that there was a seperate tune for the HPFP? What was your torque reading btw?

MasterKevin
13-06-2010, 01:16 PM
very nice results buddy :)

Should be making you smile :D

mshl1979
16-06-2010, 01:44 PM
Hey Kev,

What did you use to attach the rear spolier?

AP
16-06-2010, 07:30 PM
Hey Kev, If you want to come to the burrows day are you going to get some track tyres?

Rev 555
16-06-2010, 11:33 PM
Hey Kev,

What did you use to attach the rear spolier?

I wasnt game enough Michael I got the panel shop to do it! Its quite fiddly as you need to apply a bit of pressure. However when I was contemplating it I was told to use a glue such as Sikaflex urethane - loads of it and masking tape or clamp to hold the sucker down fow a few hours.


Hey Kev, If you want to come to the burrows day are you going to get some track tyres?

Hmmm need to look into this. Tendy has suggested a particular tyre I should try but can't remember what it was?

10d
17-06-2010, 12:14 AM
I wasnt game enough Michael I got the panel shop to do it! Its quite fiddly as you need to apply a bit of pressure. However when I was contemplating it I was told to use a glue such as Sikaflex urethane - loads of it and masking tape or clamp to hold the sucker down fow a few hours.



Hmmm need to look into this. Tendy has suggested a particular tyre I should try but can't remember what it was?

AD08 buddy!

Rev 555
19-06-2010, 12:53 AM
Sound System Complete!

Audio Integration 'Perfect Fit' Subwoofer gets another coat of glass

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4007/4708904136_52c8bcd340_b.jpg

Sound deadener applied

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4708904330_8b1909b9a2_b.jpg

New floor

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4063/4708263089_5fb7827855_b.jpg

Amps and Crossover fitted

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4068/4708263301_5fa097acaf_b.jpg

Floor completed

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4020/4708905360_0d092baee9_b.jpg

Sub Enclosure fitted

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4070/4708905538_8fca942310_b.jpg

Image Dynamics Sub

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4019/4708906336_321ee2a415_b.jpg

Boot completed

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4011/4708264587_55113ccfea_b.jpg

Not too much compromise on boot space

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1279/4708264761_9bfe175c06_b.jpg

Final tune

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4029/4708265107_fee933c289_b.jpg

Thanks to Marty at FHRX and Dan the installer.

G-rig
19-06-2010, 12:57 AM
Great pics and job Kev, nice and stealthy..
is that a 10" or 12" box?

Rev 555
19-06-2010, 12:59 AM
Great pics and job Kev, nice and stealthy..
is that a 10" or 12" box?

Its a 10 inch however it was modified to fit the sub - odd size at 11 inches

Frenchie
19-06-2010, 01:14 PM
Looking really good Kev - great job from Marty.

Rev 555
07-07-2010, 11:02 PM
A few new pics of the car

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4143/4771195088_d06dbbb888_b.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4139/4771193942_39fec9ee46_b.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4115/4770557519_a7db395227_b.jpg

Cam
07-07-2010, 11:29 PM
Perfect stance
:)

Great pics Kev.

Frenchie
08-07-2010, 08:47 AM
Sexy man Kev ! love your work, hope you are doing what you were thinking about !

Rev 555
08-07-2010, 09:26 AM
Sexy man Kev ! love your work, hope you are doing what you were thinking about !

....ahhh you are very observant my friend.

mshl1979
08-07-2010, 11:13 AM
Hmmm K04 incoming. I see the Forge Intake.!!

Rev 555
22-07-2010, 09:24 PM
Been a bit quiet on the forum of late but have started on a new project this month starting with

Forge TWINtercooler

There has been much conjecture about this product in every forum you read and a bit of an overkill for a K03 particularly when you are also running an S3 intercooler. However having read hundreds of posts I decided to take the plunge and I can tell you that the biggest myth of additional lag is busted! There is no lag and the car pulls stronger mid range and fills more powerful according to the butt meter. I have a dyno appoinment to confirm this very soon and will report back. At the end of the day it serves as an efficient cooling unit for future track days.

Once again the install was done at Top One

Front end off and the unit in situ. It doesn't weigh that much and I was impressed with the welds and overall finish

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4141/4751368601_939d3619a3_b.jpg

Its a nice snug fit. You can see here the S3 intercooler piping and turbo discharge pipe.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4073/4751368939_03c6b3c262_b.jpg

The horn needs to be relocated with brackets supplied to make way for the new hoses

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4081/4751369257_409b0450d3_b.jpg

Relocated sensor and lighting wiring

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4078/4751369653_cfe32e320f_b.jpg

Driver's side piping on - I could have chosen Black hoses to remain stealth however they match my brakes :-)

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4081/4752011620_9d02e68b1a_b.jpg

Hoses on and nearly complete - some trimming of the hoses was required (that myth was true everyone fiitingg these coolers has that issue)

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4139/4752012352_8d1322fda1_b.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4076/4751371773_34eee4a7f8_b.jpg

Very happy with the end product! Been on the car nearly a month now and going well.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4095/4771197572_545dae0e47_b.jpg

bwen
22-07-2010, 10:05 PM
Looks great, if you want a stealth look you should get the cooler and piping sprayed black! Would looks awesome in conjunction with the CF bonnet and front grill

Rev 555
22-07-2010, 10:09 PM
In keeping with the Forge theme my next mod was the

Forge Twintake

Hmmm twin intercooler and twin take sounds naff but I love it. Aesthetically it is a beautiful bit of kit and the noise it makes......I don't listen to the sound system anymore. What a waste of money that venture was!

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4121/4801392052_a59d9b02d0_b.jpg

Just waiting on my engine cover to arrive but I am liking the naked look

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4082/4800758565_a891bc8412_b.jpg

Rev 555
22-07-2010, 10:14 PM
Looks great, if you want a stealth look you should get the cooler and piping sprayed black! Would looks awesome in conjunction with the CF bonnet and front grill

I tend to agree luckily I ordered a spare set of hoses in black! I was trying to pull it of with my calipers but not quite hit the mark.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4121/4771194232_ee7cc212bc_b.jpg

Justin Fox
22-07-2010, 10:25 PM
Ha nice one Kevin I'm glad to hear that you like the sounds of the Twintake. Sooo much character huh?! I love the sounds it makes!

Justin Fox
22-07-2010, 10:26 PM
PS: Carbon Bonnet!!!!!!!!!!! OH YEAH!!!!!

Rev 555
22-07-2010, 10:34 PM
Ha nice one Kevin I'm glad to hear that you like the sounds of the Twintake. Sooo much character huh?! I love the sounds it makes!

I LOVE IT!!!! My GF hates it. So much so she is embarrased to be in the car now. Thinks I am a real bogan. Did you find that your exhaust is now louder? Could be my imagination...

I am back on the dyno next week to see what these two mods have done.

Justin Fox
23-07-2010, 09:33 AM
I found that my exhaust was way louder after the REVO tune but I think I installed the intake and exhaust at the same time.

burgs
23-07-2010, 10:08 AM
Car looks great mate :)

Rev 555
23-07-2010, 03:54 PM
I found that my exhaust was way louder after the REVO tune but I think I installed the intake and exhaust at the same time.

Justin what is your peak boost you have recorded on your gauge post mods? I am hitting between 18.85 and 21.78psi not sure what the norm is though with our mods now. Need to a do a bit of a search.

Rev 555
23-07-2010, 03:54 PM
Car looks great mate :)

Thanks Craig!

nath_mk6
23-07-2010, 04:15 PM
man that thing is LOUD now, damn bogans... :lol:

Justin Fox
23-07-2010, 04:48 PM
I'm hitting 1.6bar Kevin which is a pretty bad spike I think. I'm used to running a boost controller to stop the spiking at 1.4 or 1.5 bar at most on the GT-R.

10d
23-07-2010, 10:52 PM
man that thing is LOUD now, damn bogans... :lol:

x2

>D

10d
23-07-2010, 10:53 PM
I'm hitting 1.6bar Kevin which is a pretty bad spike I think. I'm used to running a boost controller to stop the spiking at 1.4 or 1.5 bar at most on the GT-R.

Mr. Paranoid >D

You should not have put the gauge then, bwahaha.

Rev 555
23-07-2010, 11:37 PM
Mr. Paranoid >D

You should not have put the gauge then, bwahaha.

That boost gauge is addictive though.....I need to run some logs to have a look properly. I do get a bit disappointed when I don't hit that spike :-)

Rev 555
12-09-2010, 05:42 PM
New Rotors

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4131/4981984484_521fa063b3_b.jpg

schoona
12-09-2010, 05:59 PM
Looks hot Kevin. Hopefully they work too!

Black dem tyres ;)

Big Yellow
12-09-2010, 06:00 PM
wat rotors u get??

Rev 555
12-09-2010, 06:09 PM
wat rotors u get??

Adams Rotors Front and Rear Race Double Slots

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4091/4981422513_a51db70b0e_b.jpg

richie32
12-09-2010, 07:52 PM
Seen this at the meet, f'ing hot mate, well done

felixR
13-09-2010, 03:16 AM
kevin your golf is looking great!

haven't seen ya since the twin intake install at Top One.. i'll walk past downstairs next time to see if you're around

saad
13-09-2010, 10:53 AM
Those rotors look mental! When you hitting the track next?

Pharkus
13-09-2010, 12:32 PM
Quick noobie question.

Have you taken off the protector that sits behind the brakes? What is the exact purpose of that thing anyway?

10d
13-09-2010, 01:30 PM
Quick noobie question.

Have you taken off the protector that sits behind the brakes? What is the exact purpose of that thing anyway?

Dust shield.

Pharkus
13-09-2010, 01:43 PM
Dust shield.

Sorry for taking this off topic, so taking it off doesn't have any real detriment and just makes the brake rotors stand out more?

Big Yellow
13-09-2010, 01:54 PM
it doesn't do shit!! and worst of all, it lets little stones get stuck in there.

saad
13-09-2010, 03:43 PM
And it collects heat, causing brake to fade quicker

Jig
13-09-2010, 04:34 PM
Looks great man. Black Stealth pocket rocket. The rear CF wing makes the car look even better.

GTom
13-09-2010, 09:30 PM
Hey Kev,

Quick one with you twintercooler, did you find that the new horn bracket (on the drivers side) got in the way of the xenon washer jets.

That's what happened when we put mine in so we ended up using the bracket in the factory position and it all fit together... very tight squeeze for the 1.4!

The intercooler btw, looks exactly the same as the one I have on..

G-rig
13-09-2010, 09:36 PM
Car is looking hot Kev.

Rev 555
13-09-2010, 10:01 PM
Thanks for the compliment guys! Need to feed the habit....


Hey Kev,

Quick one with you twintercooler, did you find that the new horn bracket (on the drivers side) got in the way of the xenon washer jets.

That's what happened when we put mine in so we ended up using the bracket in the factory position and it all fit together... very tight squeeze for the 1.4!

The intercooler btw, looks exactly the same as the one I have on..

Hi ya Tom yes the horn needs to be reloacted slightly. You should have a got a bracket supplued with your kit? Check out my post earlier on when I put the twin cooler on.

Justin Fox
14-09-2010, 10:12 AM
Looking soooo tough!

Frenchie
14-09-2010, 09:09 PM
Indeed love Adam's Rotor ! been checking them out for a while, just resisting the craving...

Looks awesome Kev - Now about the those Brake ! BBK upgrade or Caliper dipping paint >D

Paolo
09-10-2010, 06:55 PM
how does it feel to be 'extreme' kevin? did you end up custom fabricating the twin take to adapt to the tune?

AP
09-10-2010, 09:33 PM
Nice one Kev!

Rev 555
10-10-2010, 12:00 AM
how does it feel to be 'extreme' kevin? did you end up custom fabricating the twin take to adapt to the tune?

Hey Paolo I didnt bother with the twin take custom fabrication the tune was too specific so will leave it for now as the car feels great. I had trouble with one of my injectors so had to replace it today. Been driving under 4000 RPM for the last two weeks due to chronic misfire in the fourth cylinder. Arthur suspected an injector failure and he was right. I am very happy and relieved at the same time.

I need to take 'test drive' it somewhere now and get it on the dyno in the next few weeks after it settles.

GTom
10-10-2010, 08:41 AM
I need to take 'test drive' it somewhere now and get it on the dyno in the next few weeks after it settles.

Annual dyno day next Sunday!

Rev 555
21-10-2010, 09:14 PM
For those that know me I have been contemplating a K04 upgrade for quite some time now. After reading countless threads and talking to countless people I finally took the plunge. All up it has taken me about 6 months setting the car up with mods to accept the new puffer before inevitably taking the plunge several months ago and purchasing a K04 kit from the US.

Impatient as I am I was at the DYNO less than a week after I got the car going properly to see the result of the exercise.

The DYNO plots below show the different stages of my engine mods from the same DYNO.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4126/5095858685_ed2c1e5586_b.jpg


Pre K04 my best result from my K03 was 159.2 which was a tad disappointing. I was anticipating a bit more. I had great power as you can see up to 4500 RPM or roughly 115km/h. It was quick but ran out of puff showing the limitations of the K03.

As I was already running a GIAC tune I decided to maximise the K04 by going for the ‘Extreme tune’ version of the K04 tune which was really developed for the Pirelli or ED30 in mind. This tune required a specific intake by VF engineering, HPFP, RS4 fuel pressure valve and S3 injectors.

The gains achieved post 4500 with a K04 shows why so many people go down this path. It just keeps pulling reaching peak power of 196kw at 5100 or 130km/h. I have a lost a bit of power in the lower range (around 15%) as to be expected but gained 25% above 4500 RPM.

This version of the tune is slightly ‘detuned’ as I am running stock internals. The Pirelli’s running this tune has achieved results close to 210kw! Mental! Still I am very pleased with the end result. The car is not as laggy as what I thought it would be and is really good around town.
It’s time to hit the track again to see what it can do properly.

A big thank you must go to Arthur from ‘Exoticars’ for being patient, accommodating and doing a great job. Lucas of course for supplying the tune, advice and taking my calls over the last six months.

Finally for those contemplating this upgrade – just do it!

10d
21-10-2010, 09:28 PM
You da man!
Great result, KeV!

nath_mk6
21-10-2010, 09:33 PM
congrats mate, good numbers and a new smile on the face >D

burgs
21-10-2010, 10:58 PM
Congrats mate, I bet it is alot of fun to drive :)

G-rig
21-10-2010, 11:19 PM
Keep up the good work Kev, hope you are enjoying it man - sounds like you are!

stephen8512
21-10-2010, 11:46 PM
wow!!! great results kev!!!

silverbullet
22-10-2010, 03:53 AM
Your car went seek on the Patonga day!

Rev 555
22-10-2010, 09:12 AM
Your car went seek on the Patonga day!

Going seek mate.....!

Thanks guys happy with outcome. I am done that's it no more!

Tim
22-10-2010, 09:16 AM
Going seek mate.....!

Thanks guys happy with outcome. I am done that's it no more!

thats what they alllllll say!

Rev 555
22-10-2010, 09:35 AM
thats what they alllllll say!

heh heh heh

so much fun modifying this car.

AP
22-10-2010, 10:11 AM
Great setup now Kev!! It's a pirelli killer now.. Haha

Jig
22-10-2010, 11:04 AM
Awesome results Kevin and a graph to show your hard work and patience and dollars rewarded.

Justin Fox
22-10-2010, 11:25 AM
200kw lol daym!

Paolo
22-10-2010, 12:00 PM
Great setup now Kev!! It's a pirelli killer now.. Haha

whats happening here?!?!? hahahah

you gotta take me for a ride! i want to feel the torque wave which i can't enjoy as much because of that damn torque limiter

Frenchie
22-10-2010, 08:06 PM
Nice Kev - must be getting closer to catch Ap >D

Rev 555
22-10-2010, 09:33 PM
Great setup now Kev!! It's a pirelli killer now.. Haha

You f-cnkg s-it stirrer :-)


Awesome results Kevin and a graph to show your hard work and patience and dollars rewarded.


200kw lol daym!

Cheers lads


whats happening here?!?!? hahahah

you gotta take me for a ride! i want to feel the torque wave which i can't enjoy as much because of that damn torque limiter

I do owe you a drive ;-)


Nice Kev - must be getting closer to catch Ap >D

Nope not even close but no I can have a small puff of that cigar. Just a small one.

nath_mk6
22-10-2010, 09:39 PM
whats this about you smoking APs small cigar??!? >D lol

Rev 555
22-10-2010, 09:43 PM
whats this about you smoking APs small cigar??!? >D lol

eeek

10d
22-10-2010, 09:47 PM
What now? Bwahahaha

Rev 555
22-10-2010, 09:51 PM
RS3 ? March 2011.......

10d
22-10-2010, 09:58 PM
I'm lost here buddy!

Rev 555
22-10-2010, 10:01 PM
That was my only come back :-)

Bizi
22-10-2010, 10:43 PM
Smokin' car, hopefully no worries about cigars. :)

If you're done, just drive up OPH a lot more! :D Starting tomorrow if not before. :)

nath_mk6
23-10-2010, 12:11 AM
mm RS3 March....... do it!!!!

Rev 555
12-11-2010, 11:36 PM
A few new pics

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4051/5169261220_84d407de43_b.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4071/5168661475_28a2961729_b.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1387/5169262158_da6a097991_b.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4027/5169261702_d8c45a12bc_b.jpg

AP
12-11-2010, 11:37 PM
looks Hot Kev!

Paolo
12-11-2010, 11:40 PM
i thought you can only run the vf k04 intake with the extreme tune? unless its hiding behind that awe box =P

nath_mk6
12-11-2010, 11:42 PM
looks good, but you have at least 2-3mm extra room there ;)

Rev 555
12-11-2010, 11:42 PM
looks Hot Kev!

Cheers Anth


i thought you can only run the vf k04 intake with the extreme tune? unless its hiding behind that awe box =P

Its hiding......>D

en.elle
12-11-2010, 11:52 PM
Looks awesome! Its probably the angle the car was parked on but coolant level looks quite high

stephen8512
13-11-2010, 12:41 AM
kev that looks awesome!
back to the VMR rims I see...

Rev 555
13-11-2010, 08:40 AM
kev that looks awesome!
back to the VMR rims I see...

Saving for a set of these

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4296157032_31bf653ce4_b.jpg

nath_mk6
13-11-2010, 09:03 AM
mmm ADV.....

10d
13-11-2010, 10:21 AM
Car looks clean. Did you wash? :)

Frenchie
13-11-2010, 10:30 AM
Nice and good choice of wheel/design.

Rev 555
13-11-2010, 10:32 AM
Car looks clean. Did you wash? :)

Haven't washed it in 3 weeks. I am a grub! So excited it looked cleaned I took pictures. Ha ha ha >D

i-vtec
13-11-2010, 06:11 PM
that is heaps glossy and shiny for 3 weeks not washed, especially on a black car.

Rev 555
13-11-2010, 06:20 PM
that is heaps glossy and shiny for 3 weeks not washed, especially on a black car.

No - I hadnt washed it for three weeks prior to the pics beig taken.;)

Rev 555
14-12-2010, 09:40 PM
Haven't updated for a while.......

Here are some new bits for the car.

Eurojet Dumpipe

Quality finish and welds.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4133/5201228998_4c707e31d3_b.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4090/5201228774_eca77d2c1c_b.jpg

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5087/5201229432_be44b88a34_b.jpg

VBanded Clamps

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4151/5200637509_ae8a23c723_b.jpg

Huge gain in mid range and improved top end. Dyno result to follow..

Frenchie
14-12-2010, 09:44 PM
mmm nice enough to smoke some herbs !

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4090/5201228774_eca77d2c1c_b.jpg

Rev 555
14-12-2010, 09:47 PM
"mmm nice enough to smoke some herbs !"

Now that's an idea.....

Rev 555
14-12-2010, 09:57 PM
UNIBRACE UB

Finally a mod that Dedy also approves of.......that's a big endorsement. Normally he just shakes his head and puts his hands in the air.

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5284/5259911977_a70657623a_b.jpg

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5166/5259912197_89ac5ee85f_b.jpg

Frenchie
14-12-2010, 09:58 PM
haha

Oh nice, a little review in order. Nice finish by the way

Rev 555
14-12-2010, 10:15 PM
New ride height with Bilsteins installed. Handling has been transformed! Really shows the limitations of the HPA SHS. Man I have been missing out!

-2.5 Camber all round


http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5008/5259912647_12fa179434_b.jpg

Frenchie
14-12-2010, 10:24 PM
Perfect stance !!

Rev 555
14-12-2010, 10:39 PM
Perfect stance !!

Thanks Frenchie its a little bit more 'squat' looking now. I can get more power to the ground now through running stiffer and lower in the back end.

burgs
14-12-2010, 10:44 PM
Keen to bring mine down to the same height on the front :)

stephen8512
14-12-2010, 11:02 PM
Hey kev. the bilsteins, are they the PSS10's? what setting have you got on the front and the back?