Cheers anyways Si, i think Chris is sending out the belt guides ASAP. So should be ready to go soon

 

No worrys at all mate! Hopefully be able to drop her in very soon then

 

Just like to say a huge thank you to Simon Roe (Jolly Green Monster).

Simon went out of his way today to drop off my MAP and air temp sensors to me today. These will support the Syvecs ECU and gives me time to get them fitted neatly before mapping commenses.

Many thanks for the support Simon

 

Good to hear

 

no problem, happy to help

 

I might try and get it taken off then before the car goes up for sale.

 

Looking forward to hear the good news Frayz

 

Im just looking forward to the damn thing starting up again Pete

 

Lets face it, we all like photos. So finally some stuff to show you all.

Got my modified boost pipes back. And also got a nice little boss turned up for the Syvecs air temp sensor. I wanted to see wher was best to fit this once its was all mocked up. So now that can be TIG'd in place and then teh pipes can go for powdercoat.

Alyn at AS Performance came up trumps yet again with a new dipstick tube (lost the other one... dont ask) and also a new throttle body gasket.

Also my steering setup arrived from Works Bell in Japan. This consists of a billet ally boss, forged Rapfix quick release and also a larger paddle.
Momo wheel should be here next week to complement these bits. Really am very impressed with the quality of the Works Bell gear. Its beautifully made and i cant wait to see it fitted

 

Good stuff Frayz, inlet pipe looks spot on. So close now

 

probably fine but just check you can't squash the pipe and touch the two sides together,, if you can then it will need reinforcing. As a gt35R sucks for england

 

All looks very pretty

 

I did have it made in 5 ply Si but i'll give her a good squeeze.

Anywhere in particular i should be putting the air temp sensor Si?

 

5 ply - cool

Intercooler pipe close to throttle body

Simon

 

Looks superb frayz,rcm run the silicone inlet pipes with no probs,i ran one and it was fine,not sure what ply they are tho.

 

Is it not a good idea to fit the air temp sensor into the inlet mani ??,thats what i was planning on doing,just drilling and tapping a 10x1mm.

 

Okay dude, will do.

This is one i had made, dude, didnt fancy the RCM prices lol Had it made in 5 ply though so hope it will be enough. If not i'll call my guy and get a wire rung one.

Nah dude, its deffo going in the boost pipe, hense the stainless boss

 

oooooo so close now Frayz!!!!

 

Yep, she'll be dropping in soon mate. Well excited

 

Great progress Frayz !

 

Few tweeks here and there si...

Now then, boost pipes... Gloss, matte or textured black? Hmmmm

 

what colours your header tank? id keep it in line with other black stuff in the bay..keep a theme.

quick q on your quick-release boss - why that one over any other on the market?

 

matt would look very good but harder to keep clean..

gloss black gets my vote

 

Matt is easy to keep clean now with the Swiss Vax Opaque range. You can treat it like gloss. Prices aren't too bad either.

 

The 90 off the Turbo may not be short/tight enough, and interfere with the strut tower.

 

Hmmm, gonna check out some samples tomorrow at the coaters. Then make a decision. Gotta get my boss TIG'd on today.

We'll see Matt

Yes, aware of that thanks Steven, it will need a trim up. Didnt wat to trim it till i see exactly how much room i have. Hopefully be okay though. Cheers anyway fella

 

After much research its the best quality available, and it was within budget. Its forged and then machined unlike other cast items. I figured it was worth spending the little extra.
I dont fancy a steering wheel coming off moment. Lol

 

Looking good

 

Same as the rest of your black powder coated bits in the engine bay gets my vote mate

 

Intake manifold has been sent for powdercoat as i was never quite happy with the durability of the VHT painted item. It was far too easy to mark and damage.

Some of the boost pipes have been dropped in for powdercoat too. I say some as the last 2 will be built on the car when the motor is in as its far simpler and then i know it will be 100% right. Boost pipes are going to be a textured satin black.

Getting excited now