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by thebody
Wed May 06, 2009 7:18 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Wot causes big end failure
Replies: 9
Views: 522

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Wot causes big end failure

I think its look of the draw it all depends how the car was looked after before you got it you dont know how it was treated the damage could of been done years ago
by thebody
Tue May 05, 2009 9:30 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] will 540cc injectors fit onto a rev 1
Replies: 5
Views: 377

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] will 540cc injectors fit onto a rev 1

Yes no point in fitting 540's and not buying a standalone or piggyback ecu !
Hows the Rev 1 ecu meant to no uve upgraded the injectors its not physic
by thebody
Thu Apr 30, 2009 12:09 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Intercoolers
Replies: 8
Views: 495

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Intercoolers

Just so you all no the Xs power core is exacly the same as the berk and the greddy kit.
Just buy some decent clamps a shroud and a fan and jobs a good un
by thebody
Wed Apr 29, 2009 9:53 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] do I need to buy a boost controller before I have a turbo back system fitted
Replies: 10
Views: 471

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] do I need to buy a boost controller before I have a turbo back system fitted

Jesus stop scaring the guy to death dont post if u aint clued up. By fitting a aftermarket downpipe and exhaust ur boost pressure will increase slightly. With a 3 inch diameter downpipe and exhaust and no big engine mods you aint gunna get boost creep :roll: You have a inbuilt FCD so you aint gunna ...
by thebody
Wed Apr 29, 2009 1:53 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: mr2 turbos a nightmare to work on?
Replies: 32
Views: 1703

Re: mr2 turbos a nightmare to work on?

Laney wrote:I'm a little amused at the suggestion that an MR2 isn't reliable but a scooby is.

+1 [-X
by thebody
Wed Apr 22, 2009 9:42 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: What is your favourite 'quirky' thing on your MR2?
Replies: 66
Views: 6031

Re: What is your favourite 'quirky' thing on your MR2?

I love the fact the wipers have 4 different intermitent settings
by thebody
Thu Apr 16, 2009 9:06 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Opinions On Ride Height
Replies: 25
Views: 1142

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Opinions On Ride Height

likes been siad it takes about 4 weeks for new suspension to bed in ( depending how many miles you do ) it will drop more
by thebody
Tue Apr 14, 2009 7:46 am
Forum: Driving Experiences
Topic: Clio V6 255
Replies: 32
Views: 13307

Re: Clio V6 255

Mk1 http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x249/Lee-Brooks24/mk1Clio16v_1.jpg mk2 http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x249/Lee-Brooks24/mk2Cliov6.jpg mk3 http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x249/Lee-Brooks24/cliov604.jpg mk4 http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x249/Lee-Brooks24/mk4Clio197f1.jpg :oldtongue:
by thebody
Tue Apr 14, 2009 7:25 am
Forum: Driving Experiences
Topic: Clio V6 255
Replies: 32
Views: 13307

Re: Clio V6 255

There 4 mks of clios
by thebody
Fri Apr 10, 2009 11:20 am
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: tubby vs na fuel econnomy
Replies: 32
Views: 1350

Re: tubby vs na fuel econnomy

im getting about 110 miles for 15 quid or 70 miles for a tenner. better than my v6 petrol shogun! that does 13mpg! :shock: Is that in a tubby :shock: I get 50 miles for a tenner town driving no its just an N/A. but im still surprised i get that much around town. thats nearly fiesta mpg! dont really...
by thebody
Thu Apr 09, 2009 4:56 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: tubby vs na fuel econnomy
Replies: 32
Views: 1350

Re: tubby vs na fuel econnomy

leeandjude wrote:im getting about 110 miles for 15 quid or 70 miles for a tenner. better than my v6 petrol shogun! that does 13mpg! :shock:

Is that in a tubby :shock:
I get 50 miles for a tenner town driving
by thebody
Fri Mar 27, 2009 7:03 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] next mods
Replies: 8
Views: 701

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] next mods

ECU would be the next step as the oem will be holding you back Your near the Headgasket limit so that would need doing also the fueling could do with been uprated rev 3 injectors uprated fuel pump and fuel pressure regulator then your be near the oem clutch's limit so that will need doing also Im in...
by thebody
Fri Feb 27, 2009 3:20 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Engine Problems + vexed
Replies: 49
Views: 2911

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Engine Problems + vexed

There is no need to take legal action as I'm sure Sbits have their reasons for no contact. Additionally I'm sure they will do everything they can for their customers and to continue to uphold their name. The last thing they want is a bad name for engine rebuilds or lengthy repair times or repeat pr...
by thebody
Fri Feb 27, 2009 7:00 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Engine Problems + vexed
Replies: 49
Views: 2911

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Engine Problems + vexed

O this thread sounds so familar
I logik had problems with Sbits after they rebuilt his engine.
Neway you have rights mate and you should consider seeking legal advice.
Contact them again if they fail to resolve the problem contact trading standers and seek legal advice
by thebody
Mon Feb 23, 2009 12:27 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Generic] CLOCK LED, Possible GB on RED/BLUE ACRYLIC PRE-CUT FACES
Replies: 41
Views: 1878

Re: [Mk2] [Generic] CLOCK LED, Possible GB on RED/BLUE ACRYLIC PRE-CUT FACES

Anyone wanna share ? Am after the blue stuff please
by thebody
Sat Jan 31, 2009 7:36 am
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: What's quicker, V6 mr2 or rev1 turbo??
Replies: 52
Views: 2529

Re: What's quicker, V6 mr2 or rev1 turbo??

^^^^^ :clap:
Theres still faster 3sgte's out there :D
by thebody
Sat Jan 31, 2009 1:20 am
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: What's quicker, V6 mr2 or rev1 turbo??
Replies: 52
Views: 2529

Re: What's quicker, V6 mr2 or rev1 turbo??

And most stuff on the road is from rolling, this is where the v6 is useful because it produces good power all over the rev range from 2500rpm and there's no lag. So the fact my turbo is spooling up at 2500rpm get the turbo in the right gear and theres no contest Look at Jinja spent all that money a...
by thebody
Thu Jan 29, 2009 8:39 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Drive Shaft Gaiters
Replies: 7
Views: 532

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Drive Shaft Gaiters

Yeh seems camskill have stopped doing the cheaper kit ! But ad still buy the more expensive one if the boot fails and you lose that grease and the shaft overheats how much is that gunna cost ya ! Them poo strechy ones are for 80bhp town runabouts not mid engined 250bhp+ cars Only advantage with the ...

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