"Back to the future," in a JDM STI Ver-9 Widetrack
18 December 2012, 01:47 PM
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The wheels arrived today and they all are brand new
But after looking at the Rota Force Bronze it is lighter than e.g. the JDM forged Bronze wheels. I think Mazda 23f if a good match for JDM deeper bronze wheels, but these Rota Force bronze are lighter, slightly greyer shade.So the other option was Mazda Driftwood 11b paint code and after looking at this thread I think it would be a close match. Just requires an extra coat or two of colour & laquer for a better match. This thread below helped a lot
(post no 896)http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/a3-s3-f...ck-car-23.html
Left is mazda 11b paint & right is original Rota force bronze paint
Last edited by rickya; 18 December 2012 at 01:54 PM.
18 December 2012, 07:22 PM
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30 December 2012, 02:16 PM
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Couldnt take another day of holiday inactivity & boredom so thought Id do a few bits on the car 
Little tighten up of the return to sump fitting as there was a slight drip. Then the not so task of lying under the car while fitting a new section of heat wrap & tidying up the deteriorating old wrap. Quite a good 1.5 hour arm & shoulder work out
Was going to fit the undertray but the fittings were missing so will do another day once they arrive.
Catch can recently modified for return to sump
Next job to do is fit my 4 in 1 Gauge
Little tighten up of the return to sump fitting as there was a slight drip. Then the not so task of lying under the car while fitting a new section of heat wrap & tidying up the deteriorating old wrap. Quite a good 1.5 hour arm & shoulder work out
Was going to fit the undertray but the fittings were missing so will do another day once they arrive. Catch can recently modified for return to sump
Next job to do is fit my 4 in 1 Gauge
Last edited by rickya; 30 December 2012 at 04:26 PM.
30 December 2012, 04:27 PM
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Same side, as no space on other side due to washer bottle & intercooler spray bottle. But have routed the braided hose away from the hot up pipe & turbo etc and come around the front & then down to the sump in a U -shape. (have reveresed the 1st pic properly now so easier to make out).
Iv also noticed there is still a leak with the drivers side rocker cover gasket so will have to take it back again to sort out in new year.
Iv also noticed there is still a leak with the drivers side rocker cover gasket so will have to take it back again to sort out in new year.
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30 December 2012, 07:13 PM
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He wants the in bronze , which them fokers cant do ...
And another thing they cant do is powdercoat the wheels in a colour you ask them
And another thing they cant do is powdercoat the wheels in a colour you ask them
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30 December 2012, 08:14 PM
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Same side, as no space on other side due to washer bottle & intercooler spray bottle. But have routed the braided hose away from the hot up pipe & turbo etc and come around the front & then down to the sump in a U -shape. (have reveresed the 1st pic properly now so easier to make out).
Iv also noticed there is still a leak with the drivers side rocker cover gasket so will have to take it back again to sort out in new year.
Iv also noticed there is still a leak with the drivers side rocker cover gasket so will have to take it back again to sort out in new year.
30 December 2012, 10:42 PM
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Jura: Gauges should be easier....... as I will try to enlist the help of our MSOC electrical guru JohnMC!!
Mantaz: Rocker covers on the hot side always seem to be a PITA
Maggy: I want them in sexy Bronze & they cant do that colour unfortunately. But I have got my Chipsaway mate seeing if he can find Mazda 11b. Though the cost of painting two will be not much less than powdercoating all four
Budgie: I shall keep my eyes & ears open for such a thing locally
John: Rocker may not be true on the hot turbo side, who knows. Wondering what to do about that? Will see what Hughberry want to do.
Mantaz: Rocker covers on the hot side always seem to be a PITA
Maggy: I want them in sexy Bronze & they cant do that colour unfortunately. But I have got my Chipsaway mate seeing if he can find Mazda 11b. Though the cost of painting two will be not much less than powdercoating all four
Budgie: I shall keep my eyes & ears open for such a thing locally
John: Rocker may not be true on the hot turbo side, who knows. Wondering what to do about that? Will see what Hughberry want to do.
31 December 2012, 07:50 PM
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Do you want powder coating or just paint them?
If powder coating this company should help you
http://www.powdercoated-customcarpar...k/contact-msb/
If painting,then have look for POR15 POR-20 heat resistant paint,which will hold the 760°C
Something like this should help
http://www.frost.co.uk/por15-por-20-...ant-paint.html
Speak here with Ryan@Prodriverules
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31 December 2012, 08:13 PM
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Thanks Jura
the powder coat has turned chrome with the heat from the AP's
I think they need painting
I will contact Ryan to see what he thinks
Peter
the powder coat has turned chrome with the heat from the AP's
I think they need painting
I will contact Ryan to see what he thinks
Peter
31 December 2012, 08:21 PM
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We have similar problem before,when our brake callipers has been painted just normal colour and after track day paint started to bubble and Ryan suggest us paint the brakes callipers with VHT paint, which should withstand the heat
Really speak with Ryan,I'm sure he will help you with yours
Jura
07 January 2013, 06:32 PM
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Thanks to JohnMc for fitting my Depo Racing 4in1 gauge today. You can imagine the attention to detail & quality of John's work with him being trained in Aeronautical Electronics etc! 
It was so meticulous and thorough in every step you'd think he was disposing a bomb or something!!
I think it works quite well
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tY-xWUz0ZKw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C61s1DNNHQA
It was so meticulous and thorough in every step you'd think he was disposing a bomb or something!!I think it works quite well
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tY-xWUz0ZKw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C61s1DNNHQA
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07 January 2013, 07:36 PM
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I must admit the quality of the DEPO fittings was excellent and certainly made the job easier. I have to say I was so impressed that I am going to get rid of my 3 individual gauges and get one of these to compliment my PSI3
10 January 2013, 02:54 PM
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To all the non believers who said it cant be done.....
My friend from Chipsaway, (Parvinder Tel 07832129138) came to my work today & in a couple of hours did a pretty good job of spraying two wheels. Back as well as front, painted & laquered. I gave him the paint code of Mazda 11b after researching, which he had on his system & mixed up the paint accordingly. After seeing the wheels I would say they are 95% match, the new colour being a fraction darker. But they are still not dry so may get lighter. Though it is near impossible to get a 100% match, even when spraying bodywork you end up sparaying e.g the whole side of a car instead of just one panel. Overall it is beter than I had hoped for.
My friend from Chipsaway, (Parvinder Tel 07832129138) came to my work today & in a couple of hours did a pretty good job of spraying two wheels. Back as well as front, painted & laquered. I gave him the paint code of Mazda 11b after researching, which he had on his system & mixed up the paint accordingly. After seeing the wheels I would say they are 95% match, the new colour being a fraction darker. But they are still not dry so may get lighter. Though it is near impossible to get a 100% match, even when spraying bodywork you end up sparaying e.g the whole side of a car instead of just one panel. Overall it is beter than I had hoped for.
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10 January 2013, 06:54 PM
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I notice he came to the Hotel (I mean contraband car parts store room) to do it
Looks good, just make sure you put the different colours on different sides
Looks good, just make sure you put the different colours on different sides
10 January 2013, 08:47 PM
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I don't see why not. I've just picked up the same gauge and I'm looking at the a-pillar option although the difference in positioning compared to where we fitted Ricky's will be minimal - it might just look a little tidier
20 January 2013, 04:00 PM
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These retail from £340 to £400 plus another £100 for the Cobra seat mounts. Weigh just under 8kg and perfect fit for me at 34" at the narrowest on the seat.
http://www.cobraseats.com/Imola-Pro
http://www.cobraseats.com/Imola-Pro
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20 January 2013, 05:30 PM
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To all the non believers who said it cant be done.....
My friend from Chipsaway, (Parvinder Tel 07832129138) came to my work today & in a couple of hours did a pretty good job of spraying two wheels. Back as well as front, painted & laquered. I gave him the paint code of Mazda 11b after researching, which he had on his system & mixed up the paint accordingly. After seeing the wheels I would say they are 95% match, the new colour being a fraction darker. But they are still not dry so may get lighter. Though it is near impossible to get a 100% match, even when spraying bodywork you end up sparaying e.g the whole side of a car instead of just one panel. Overall it is beter than I had hoped for.
My friend from Chipsaway, (Parvinder Tel 07832129138) came to my work today & in a couple of hours did a pretty good job of spraying two wheels. Back as well as front, painted & laquered. I gave him the paint code of Mazda 11b after researching, which he had on his system & mixed up the paint accordingly. After seeing the wheels I would say they are 95% match, the new colour being a fraction darker. But they are still not dry so may get lighter. Though it is near impossible to get a 100% match, even when spraying bodywork you end up sparaying e.g the whole side of a car instead of just one panel. Overall it is beter than I had hoped for.
20 January 2013, 07:11 PM
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Steve, he doesn't really do dents but very good with wheels. He lives near Uxbridge I think so will definitely travel to Windsor. Just give him a ring and tell him Ricky from Hindes Hotel recommended him, should give you a good price.