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by calum4492
Wed May 14, 2014 11:45 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] r-spec digital boost gauge
Replies: 6
Views: 484

Gauges

I did think I may have the red and white around the wrong way This gauge is for my subaru and they sit where the clock sits Yeh got a multi meter and I defo have: Constant live Ignition Earth Illumination Or else my clock wouldn't have worked I'm pretty sure it's because those 2 are around the wrong...
by calum4492
Wed May 14, 2014 10:07 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] r-spec digital boost gauge
Replies: 6
Views: 484

Gauge

Don't speak to soon Paul lol
Wired it up this way tonight and now the bu88er doesn't turn off even when the key leaves the ignition barrel lol
Any ideas?
by calum4492
Wed May 14, 2014 1:40 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] r-spec digital boost gauge
Replies: 6
Views: 484

Gauge

Your spot on with your guess mate did a lot of research last night and that is exactly what I came up with
Just off the phone to Peter and he also says that the sender should be ignition feed only because live constant will contribute to battery drain
by calum4492
Tue May 13, 2014 7:05 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] r-spec digital boost gauge
Replies: 6
Views: 484

[Mk2] [Turbo] r-spec digital boost gauge

hi all bought an r-spec boost gauge and having a little bit of difficulty figuring out the wiring sheet they have given me with it, I will try and make as much sense as I can when explaining this wiring instructions for gauge: red - 12v accessory power (ignition im guessing?) black - ground (I know ...
by calum4492
Tue Apr 29, 2014 11:26 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] boost gauge
Replies: 8
Views: 906

[Mk2] [Turbo] boost gauge

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/191075627199? ... 1423.l2649

worth a go or stay clear? is an electronic sender a good idea from an ebay gauge or just stay mechanical vac pressure?
by calum4492
Thu Feb 13, 2014 8:13 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] quietest bov
Replies: 11
Views: 1333

Bov

Okay guys thanks for info knew I'd get the correct answer here
I have ordered the hks recirc kit for mine
Andy is arguably one of the worlds best subaru mappers so it must have been me understanding it wrongly
by calum4492
Thu Feb 13, 2014 8:13 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] quietest bov
Replies: 11
Views: 1333

Bov

Okay guys thanks for info knew I'd get the correct answer here
I have ordered the hks recirc kit for mine
Andy is arguably one of the worlds best subaru mappers so it must have been me understanding it wrongly
by calum4492
Wed Feb 12, 2014 8:36 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] quietest bov
Replies: 11
Views: 1333

bov

my question: okay mate see you then, im sorry to be a pest, but I have a few other questions 1: I have fell out with my hks bov, can I just use the stock recirc valve? or do I need an aftermarket 1? remember I have a fmic but I could get an adaptor welded on for the stock bov his answer: >>> You wou...
by calum4492
Tue Feb 11, 2014 9:44 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] quietest bov
Replies: 11
Views: 1333

bov

guys just had a reply on another forum lol and I didn't know the inside of the bov can be changed (the fin), can the spring also be changed to make it alittle bit stiffer? how do I know what version I have? where to buy fin and spring?
by calum4492
Tue Feb 11, 2014 9:22 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] quietest bov
Replies: 11
Views: 1333

[Mk2] [Turbo] quietest bov

hi all bit of an odd but this is for my impreza
I have an hks bov but its very loud, and according to my mapper it has to be a vent to atmosphere, or that's what I picked up from his email

want a quiet one so let me know please

obv a brand name and good quality, no ebay specials
by calum4492
Thu Jun 06, 2013 10:29 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Airlocked heater matrix? Coolant system woes.
Replies: 9
Views: 4197

heater

I agree try and flush the matrix if uv got an out side tap, take both the heater pipes off and try sticking it over or inside the matrix pipe and see what comes out, if it come p1$$ing out then u know ur matrix is okay and the problem lies else where this is a common fault with the rover k-series en...
by calum4492
Sat May 25, 2013 10:22 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Where to get an 0.8mm oil restrictor
Replies: 15
Views: 1679

restrictor

if i was u id give peter gidden a call he didnt recommend me to use 0.8 as its jus abit to restrictive from memory
by calum4492
Fri Mar 22, 2013 8:29 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Generic] Big Brake Kit
Replies: 40
Views: 8616

brakes

how would u combat the handbrake ryan? mot compliant?
by calum4492
Fri Mar 22, 2013 8:19 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: CT20b vs T3 - Talk to me
Replies: 110
Views: 11827

turbo

It would be a bit like going to my local park and asking which is the nicest pile of poo on the playing field. rather amusing comment lol but couldnt agree more i had a shitty ebay turbo n chucked it coz it didnt last a yr, fair enought my garrett gt35r was a f**king fortune but for the proven reli...
by calum4492
Sun Mar 17, 2013 9:29 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Low oil pressure at idle
Replies: 18
Views: 1681

oil

gaz get rid of the cheapy gauge mate i had 1 from ebay and it red about the same as ur saying so i got abit worried and phoned nathan from century, so with a bit of advide from him i swapped my old gauge out for a new greddy 1 and the pressure sits exactly where it should now
by calum4492
Sat Mar 16, 2013 8:38 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] side skirts
Replies: 6
Views: 4125

skirts

yeh those border spats were the 1's i liked
these bonded on or what?
by calum4492
Sat Mar 16, 2013 4:36 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] side skirts
Replies: 6
Views: 4125

[Mk2] [Turbo] side skirts

hi all quite fancy a set of skirts but dont want anythin ott like the veilside
but i do quite like the bomex, im sure they were the 1's i seen
want them to look suttle what can u recommend?
pics and how u fitted them would be great :thumleft:
by calum4492
Sun Feb 24, 2013 11:00 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Engine rebuild..... what to buy
Replies: 4
Views: 645

engine

im guessing ur going 2 have a go at doing it urself? u ever built a forged engine before? its alot of money for 1 little thing to go wrong
i can see ur in livingston, im in broxburn lol i could recommend an engine builder not to far away and they did a great job of mine if u wish?
by calum4492
Fri Feb 08, 2013 11:24 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] lightweight flywheels yes or no
Replies: 18
Views: 3146

flywheel

no hijacking the thread here but are u planning fly by wire system for the 4 throttle bodys? if so will be very interesting to see
by calum4492
Thu Feb 07, 2013 10:29 pm
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Starting build
Replies: 208
Views: 94711

build

Probably idle and run aswell/better than your 1150's too


they actually idle quite well :mrgreen:

2200cc beasts!

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