Jay762

Its amazing how it does seem to collect behind the bodywork

I would say so :)

They had my vote - as I said before only thing I wasn't convinced about was the STI logo

methanol - an alcohol you mix with the petrol to give an improved burn rate - that doesn't need to be the first mod, that is something you get to when you have completed the engine mods and are looking at the mapping, it is then you decide to have it mapped with meth as a consideration or keep it as petrol only

best way - its like a big sweety shop - they all taste great but some dont mix as well as others - and non of them are going anywhere :)

soooo this is a good thing right???

no problem - yes you can might need a torch but get stuck in - you can see more of it here this is a front view of the engine

hatching on the block

I would have a look to see what engine is in the car before you start - is it a closed deck block or not - if so it will respond better to tuning than a standard block

350 - 400 will be pushing past the TMIC capabilities - so you will be looking at FMIC bigger injectors an uprated fuel pump... I rescued this from an old thread that we may have lost in the recent hiccups so unfortunately I cannot credit the member who originally posted it... Just a bit of weee advice if your planning on running big power and im not trying to put you off its just ive looked into it , STI internals and closed block are good for over 450bhp if it has Forged internals, standard cooler is good for 300 maybe more, STI intercooler is good for over 350 but by this stage most start to Run front mount intercoolers but beware of the lag. Turbo again is down to preference but steer well away from the over priced billet turbos from Scooby clinic ( which arnt even made by them they are imported and have there names added) id be looking at Either an Andy forrest turbo hybrid or get in touch with Turbo Dynamics ( good company ) built my current stage 3 hybrid for fez RS, Bigger injectors and Fuel pump will be needed as well. I would and this is purely down to my preference get a multi stage boost controller and have 3 maps put on it, Race obviously most power, Town some boost, and eco next to no boost. Cams performance in Blackburn got this from standard internals Brian Coward (STi Type UK) 490.6 bhp 407.8 lb/ft If you check out this months Jap perf car mag there is the RA developments classic which may give some food for thought http://www.ramotorsport.co.uk/Product/Category/QD20100622015735 - there is also my personal muse the original Gobstopper by RCM http://www.rogerclarkmotorsport.co.uk/gobstopper/official/index.htm

Have seen a couple of vids on the drive 'channel' but not seen this one - will pick this up tomorrow :)

could be a worn steering rack but I would also check your wheel hubs for play

proper job - no messing ;)

well its like being forced to choose between a lottery jackpot win and a million pound bank account - if any of those Scoobs turned up on my drive I would be very pleased - if I was in the position I would have two sets of wheels one black one gold and feel thoroughly spoilt :P

There are a few classic owners on the forum, you want to watch for rust on rear arches - there is a lip on the inside that gathers crud, check for hoses that are now brittle or split due to age / heat etc, some basics there but for now I would refresh the brake fluid for some new 5.1 if it hasn't had a service recently Id get some good oil and plugs in place, new filter and check the state of your air filter - stick in some petrol and enjoy

Wotcha and welcome - quite a few options open to you, depends on budget and as gambit suggested power requirements.

Hope it sorts it for you - keep us posted :)

half the pleasure is thinking about mod planning and changing your mind I have now started to right things down as I come up with new ideas and start to lose track

def sounds like a keeper :)

create a thread in the wanted section, that way it will be easier for potential sellers browsing to find your request :)

A very nice birthday pressie list indeed :D

Hi Bazza - the link requires a members login to view - any chance you could host them on something like photobucket or feel free to upload them to our gallery

Are you sure they have been removed and are not the old ones as you have some other weights there in the last picture?

luvvly jubbly

all they need is a socket then a spanner other wise you can wind the ratchet all the way out to the engine bay and get it trapped, with mine I cracked it with the socket gave it a couple of turns and wound the rest out with my fingers. The shaking could be balance of a wheel being out - check and see if you have lost a weight... but the leaning to the left is not - it sounds to me like you have something loose in the drive train