The Bug...

[Ginola]

Originally Posted by Rdlangy1

Should be - rich will work his magic and I'll be good to go

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by Ginola

Dave - your opinion please.

Rich was on about fitting an oil cooler - but you know me - track days are few and far between and hard driving is occasional.

Do you think it would benefit me?

[SpecB]

If you go with a thermostatic one then it will be fine, and the extra oil capacity is always a bonus.

My 2.5 with a cooler got up to temp only about 2-3 mins slower than without but it never got above 90 on the road and peaked at 110 on track. Without a cooler 100+ on road was common. Make sure you get a thermostatic sandwich plate though as you don't want the cooler to be 'in use' if the oil isn't getting up to temp.

[Rdlangy1]

Thanks nick - yeah it was quoted as a thermostatic one

Just didn't know if I needed it at this stage

[Rdlangy1]

Well spent the day with Mr Rob today...
A true gent for helping me out with my handbrake and also fitting my new grill badge.

Also gave both cars a good clean..can't thanks you enough mate









Also ordered up a rear diffuser which will be here around the same time as the turbo and induction kit

[scotty]

Looking good cant beat a bit of pink nice plate btw

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by scotty

Looking good cant beat a bit of pink nice plate btw

Cheers buddy

[Ginola]

Nice badge! which defuser did you go for? Are you flat flooring the car?, feeding it with something?

[Rdlangy1]

The finned diffuser - like robs one

No not flat flooring and yes feeding it on momentum 99

No mate - it's purely as I think the car needs some depth on the rear end... all show no go!

Trying to cut my way thru the mine field of wheels at moment. Looked at prodrive anthracites but only 7.5" and 48 offset.

I would go turinis again but they cost around £300 more than prodrive ones.

Also considering k-sport 8 pots later in year so wanna make sure they fit under anything I buy etc

[SpecB]

The PFF7s from my old bug are up for sale on Scabbynet still I think.

[Ginola]

You can fit 8.5 under there while keeping standard offset (allows for larger tyres), you can go 9" wide with 40+ offset i believe (coilover and alignment dependant)


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[Ginola]

I'd forgo the larger diffuser if I where you although they look great you're effectively fitting a parachute (no offence to other big diffuser folk out there X)




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[Rdlangy1]

Standard offset being 53 like the 17" STi ones?

[Ginola]

Originally Posted by Rdlangy1

Standard offset being 53 like the 17" STi ones?

48-55 depending on rim and year

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by Ginola

I'd forgo the larger diffuser if I where you although they look great you're effectively fitting a parachute (no offence to other big diffuser folk out there X)




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Don't think fitting a parachute makes much difference at the speeds I drive at Dave

[NL03Scooby]

Originally Posted by Ginola

I'd forgo the larger diffuser if I where you although they look great you're effectively fitting a parachute (no offence to other big diffuser folk out there X)

I will ignore you this time Dave, it is in place to regularly test the integrity of my rear bumper, it also hides some of the crusty bits underneath...!

[alfa male]

Originally Posted by Rdlangy1

Don't think fitting a parachute makes much difference at the speeds I drive at Dave

Why are you increasing power then?

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by alfa male

Why are you increasing power then?

Does anyone need an excuse to add power?!?!?

Plus it just means I can get to 30mph quicker than I can now ha ha ha ha

I'll need the extra power after fitting the parachute

[Rdlangy1]

Al booked up with richard for 23rd Feb

[Rdlangy1]

Parcel!!!!!!

[Rdlangy1]

Another box arrived today

[NL03Scooby]

300V Chrono sounds like a Swiss watch.

[Rdlangy1]

I do like my watches pmsl!

[Rdlangy1]

Just ordered some 2017 AlpineStars Tech 1 Race Gloves to help with the slippy Momo steering wheel, and some comfy Sparco Slalom RB-3 Race boots to help with the metal pedals in the STi...

Won't make me drive any quicker but will hopefully give me a bit more confidence especially on the steering wheel

[scotty]

Originally Posted by Rdlangy1

Parcel!!!!!!

Like the colour of the trumpet will look good in your clean engine bay

[Rdlangy1]

Cheers Scotty

[Rdlangy1]

Another large box arrived today...







Cosmetic only rear diffuser arrived

[Granby]

Blimey did you win the lotto?

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by Granby

Blimey did you win the lotto?

If I did then a few people on here would be ordering whatever they wanted as well as me

No mate it's purely a case of budgeting different things in different accounts.

I had big projects to sort on the house, and they drained Germany funds.

My car parts fund was healthy but I was in two minds of letting the car go to someone who's needs were more than my own. However for now that isn't the case and so I decided I should use it this year and so the car funds have been used.

Although not going to Germany - U.K. Based track days with the club and uk tour and 99% of meets (no matter how long it takes to get to!) will be attended.

The club and friends I have made over the years are what gives me pleasure and those closest to me know that I will always put friends first.

More boxes due tomorrow and tues next week

[scooby doo]

Looking good fella, I to fitted that rear under tray and it was spot on, I surgest removing the bumper and doing it as was made a lot easier,

[Rdlangy1]

Cheers fella

And thanks for the tip as well

[Ginola]

Looking forward to seeing the results of all the bits

I know you've made some good choices

[WRC MAN]

Very,very nice Ryan a good read and also great to see the photos of the project,I need to do exactly the same to mine.its time for some loving!!!
Looking forward to seeing some more progress.


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[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by Ginola

I know you've made some good choices

That's because I had good advice

[Rdlangy1]

Another box arrived today...

[Rdlangy1]

Boots are very comfy and gloves fit like.........well a glove!!!

[Red Baron]

I expect you to turn up in those on Sunday

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by Red Baron

I expect you to turn up in those on Sunday

Bahahahaha - gonna wear them to bed and everything! Ha ha

[Ginola]

How is the glove fit Ryan?


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[555_Si]

Originally Posted by Ginola

How is the glove fit Ryan?


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Fits like a.... well... boot!

[scotty]

Originally Posted by 555_Si

Fits like a.... well... boot!

Where's the fashion police

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by Ginola

How is the glove fit Ryan?


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Perfect fit Dave

Used measurements from manufacturer and the size ordered is spot on. Was surprised how well actually considering I have very wide distorted hands across my knuckles...(too many years breaking them against "things")

But got to say they are very comfy - tight, and secure...

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by scotty

Where's the fashion police

They haven't quite caught up to me yet pmsl

[nikkinokkinoo]

I have a set of sparco boots - the are the most comfortable shoes I own. Really good to drive in. Never gone down the glove route.

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by nikkinokkinoo

I have a set of sparco boots - the are the most comfortable shoes I own. Really good to drive in. Never gone down the glove route.

Only went glove route as my Momo steering wheel has no texture left on the grips and is worn shiny - it really is quite slippery...

Agreed about the shoes though - they looked very narrow, yet once on, felt very very comfy...

[Granby]

Any more parcels expected today

[Rdlangy1]

Don't think so - turbo is due Monday or Tuesday I believe

[Rdlangy1]

Well a small update.

My turbo was due for delivery Monday this week................then tues.................then guaranteed Weds.................Then cleared from customs and out for delivery to SC today..............then might be with them tomorrow.........................

[NL03Scooby]

Remember it is a snail after all, they always take their time getting to the places they need to be!

[Rdlangy1]

But this is meant to be a bigger snail and quicker