Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 01:28:57 am
My name is Matt and in Jan 2011 i purchased a 2007 3 dr R32 fully loaded with extras in DBP. I instantly loved the car but felt it lacked something....... :evilgrin:
After joining this forum a couple of months ago to buy a pair of TT wishbones ive been hanging around since as theres some great cars and peeps on here. I started a thread on the R32oc last year but have been asked by a few members on here to start one.........................................
The research began as did the saving.....
I never took many pics when i bought the car as was too busy driving it. Heres a few after id owned it a few months and id allready fitted KWs, VF Engineering engine and GB mounts and quickshift, Evoms, Milltek non res, and GIAC map. Id also installed Kenwood DNX920BT, JL Audio C7s upfront, JL 600 x 1, JL 400 x 2, JL W7 13.5" sub in cutom box + lots of dynamat. Brakes were low so EBC upgrade allround also
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Anyhows, everything was put into place and the build was ready to begin. :jumping:
The car was sorn in Feb 2012 and so it began. Were a little behind so i'll let you catch up with pics............
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Thankyou for looking, hope there was something of interest and sorry ive had to break down a project allready 2 years in, including planning. To bring you up to date now, sort of, as best i can
Hopefully brakes are sorted allthough ive learnt not to say to much until 100% complete. Spec and design by Dave B ( a huge Thanks for his help ). I really want too say more but were have too wait :sad1:
Car is at home at present prepping for paint, final chassis mods, new ICE install being complete and generally ticking jobs off a shrinking list :party:
White paint on the car was a temporary mesure for protection but final paint samples are being done this weekend with the aim being to have the engine bay painted by the end of Feb, complete paintjob early March
Once bay is painted the engine block, after full rebuild will be installed. Brakes will be fitted along with new hubs etc and car will have final chassis geometry complete allthough this was done when we had full Super bush kit installed and H&R ARBs etc etc
I think thats all i can take for now but will add more when i have 5
Matt :driver:
The project is more advanced than i can show you in 1 post but i will try to catch up for you....................
Post by: marko on January 20, 2013, 01:42:45 am
:surprised:
Post by: h4rdy on January 20, 2013, 04:39:53 am
Post by: galaxie500 on January 20, 2013, 07:04:02 am
Looking forward to the next instalment.
galaxie500
Post by: Hurdy on January 20, 2013, 08:32:06 am
Great work so far...will be watching with interest. :smiley:
Post by: Andy on January 20, 2013, 08:45:43 am
Post by: swgti on January 20, 2013, 09:12:59 am
Post by: Bignod00 on January 20, 2013, 09:25:45 am
Can't wait for the next instalment, and to see if the T does actually mean Turbo or not! :laugh: :jumpmove:
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 10:30:34 am
OMG!!
:surprised:
Good or bad OMG!! ???? Cheers for being 1st reply, means a lot ... :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 10:35:11 am
Erm your brave :scared:
Thanks, telling my mrs was the hardest as it was more her car :P
Post by: xjscx on January 20, 2013, 10:37:19 am
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 10:43:33 am
That is some very fine bodywork right there.
Looking forward to the next instalment.
galaxie500
Paul done an amazing job of the bodywork, everyone who's seen it says it looks oem+
Cheers
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 10:45:43 am
Fingers crossed the R32 with the T at the end means a turbo conversion too :happy2:
Great work so far...will be watching with interest. :smiley:
Uncross your fingers now mate as it does indeed mean Turbo
And Cheers :smiley:
Post by: GTI-Ross on January 20, 2013, 10:48:30 am
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 10:52:16 am
about time you got your build thread on here Matt..Bet you was a bit nervous when the cutting started on your wheel archs..When is the turbo planned to go on
Cheers mate, I think he was quite nervous as I was watching him, haha. Always a little worrying I guess. ASAP really, everything is in place and they have been waiting too build this engine for months. I'm just trying to be patient and do things correct :laugh:
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 10:55:11 am
Holy cr@p I nearly started to weep when I got to the pic of the bloke chopping your arches out, I really hope you know what you're doing :signLOL:
I'm hoping to learn as I go along ..... I've only put tame pics up at the moment and I certainly won't post the video then... :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 10:57:23 am
Love the work so far mate, kudos to you :happy2:
Can't wait for the next instalment, and to see if the T does actually mean Turbo or not! :laugh: :jumpmove:
Thanks mate and yes it does :jumpmove:
Post by: Hedge on January 20, 2013, 11:00:40 am
Any idea of proposed power outputs?
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 11:02:48 am
Have you spent anytime actually driving the car? Couldnt do with out mine
I'd spent a year driving it so I know how much fun was to be had with 270 hp. The time has been hard without the car,Don't get me wrong but has been made easier knowing next time I drive it in a few months it will be loads more fun with 650 to play with
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 11:04:42 am
Nice work there. Can't wait to see/hear the finished article. :notworthy: :notworthy:
Any idea of proposed power outputs?
Cheers mate, me too :driver:
650+ :stupid:
Post by: Andy on January 20, 2013, 11:12:42 am
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 11:20:28 am
but what does your good lady say about it all :grin:
Not only am I lucky enough to be doing this build I'm lucky to have a gf who's as excited as I am. She'll be driving the car as well and is looking forward to competing on the 1/4 mile :scared:
Post by: DanBoy on January 20, 2013, 11:26:38 am
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 11:46:07 am
That looks awesome, those arches really look the part :drool:
Cheers Dan, once all painted they should look really subtle, although their Not. About 40mm gain on track each corner.
Post by: Saintsteve on January 20, 2013, 12:40:51 pm
:happy2:
Post by: Bignod00 on January 20, 2013, 01:31:00 pm
Is it wrong that I'm so excited about this! :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 01:35:23 pm
650bhp!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :laugh: :drool: :drool: :drool: :laugh: :driver: :love: :star:
Is it wrong that I'm so excited about this! :happy2:
Good news, your perfectly normal, haha. Thanks mate it should be good :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 01:36:05 pm
:popcornsoda:
:happy2:
Haha, cheers Steve
Post by: rdfcpete on January 20, 2013, 01:36:55 pm
An R32 turbo is a utopia I've always wanted to have the skill to do myself. This one looks special.
Will be watching closely :happy2: :popcornsoda:
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 01:46:40 pm
I love the technical and mechanical aspects to this project :party: :drinking:
An R32 turbo is a utopia I've always wanted to have the skill to do myself. This one looks special.
Will be watching closely :happy2: :popcornsoda:
Ahhhhh, Thanks to all of you, I really wish I'd joined here sooner as I feel the love
Too many knobs on the R32oc , not all of them but a lot :booty:
Thanks for the warm Welcome all
Post by: E30Dom on January 20, 2013, 01:56:39 pm
Looks the part too...
Post by: gazbutS3 on January 20, 2013, 02:09:43 pm
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 02:11:57 pm
Been out in a 475bhp r32 so this will be immense at 650...
Looks the part too...
Cheers mate, I've driven a S3 with 550bhp and I can't wait. Hopefully we're hav a good summer as I'd like some traction :smiley:
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 02:13:04 pm
Welcome, and epic build looking forward to more updates
Again Thanks, ill try and put a bit more on tonight then!
Post by: Wes_ED30 on January 20, 2013, 05:07:34 pm
keep the updates coming :D
Post by: Janner_Sy on January 20, 2013, 05:42:49 pm
Post by: DaveB@Vagbremtechnic on January 20, 2013, 06:45:11 pm
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 06:59:19 pm
what a monster :surprised:
keep the updates coming :D
Thanks & I will try :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 07:04:01 pm
Loving this.What's the proposed spec for 650hp+
Thanks, I'm going to talk engine once were started on it as I'm not allowing myself to get excited.... Not long now- mid Feb all going well
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 07:05:32 pm
Some fookin big stoppers!!!!!!!!
Good idea, you don't know of any do you :wink:
Post by: stu_no_1 on January 20, 2013, 07:07:23 pm
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 07:18:59 pm
Car should be epic when done very brave to cut the arches like that but looks like its paying off
Jeez, your all too kind. It was never in my original plans to do the arches but were very happy we done it now but it was always a risk. The fronts don't matter as you bolt a new wing on but the rear quarters a bit different if you mess up........
Post by: Sam89 on January 20, 2013, 07:21:48 pm
Post by: mattgolfgti on January 20, 2013, 07:32:51 pm
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 08:34:37 pm
This looks meggga! Nice work dude this is one to watch for sure
Thank you......
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 08:35:37 pm
Looks like this will be awesome mate! Can't wait for some more updates. Good luck with it all! :happy2:
Thankyou & Thankyou :happy2:
Post by: DaveB@Vagbremtechnic on January 20, 2013, 09:56:59 pm
Some fookin big stoppers!!!!!!!!
Good idea, you don't know of any do you :wink:
Well Ive got these Muircialago fronts and these Gallardo Rears for some mad git whos going FI on his R32 and slicing and dicing his bodywork....should work with a new master cylinder upgrade and some brembo handbrake calipers. 390mm fronts and 355mm rears should do the trick.....
Aventador Arancio Atlas Orange Pearl - All five frickin coats!
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The 390mm rotors - check out the weight.. The equivalent C6 RS6 Disc weighs 16kg per corner
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Still work in progress but 85% done
:happy2:
Post by: taff-turbo on January 20, 2013, 10:02:22 pm
Post by: Kregiel on January 20, 2013, 10:08:12 pm
but you will need those with the power you plan to have!
Paul
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 10:10:53 pm
wow!!!! those brakes are insane!!! :notworthy: :notworthy:
I know :jumpmove: First pics ive seen myself.......Wow, Thanks Dave, really looking forward to more updates. These should slow me down a bit :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on January 20, 2013, 10:12:44 pm
lovely brakes!
but you will need those with the power you plan to have!
Paul
Their allright arnt they
and Yes their certainly not for show
cheers Paul
Post by: Andy on January 20, 2013, 11:00:54 pm
Post by: liver on January 21, 2013, 08:53:00 am
loving this :happy2:
Post by: MightyMullet on January 21, 2013, 11:05:54 am
Talk about ballsy! Amazing build mate! :congrats:
Subbing to this :popcornsoda:
Post by: DMcG on January 21, 2013, 11:51:29 am
Post by: chrisr763 on January 21, 2013, 04:41:41 pm
Post by: b16vrg on January 21, 2013, 05:43:09 pm
Me and a mate both had mk2 r32's and he had a rotrex fitted to take his to 440bhp and that was quick but this will have another 200bhp!! Insane!!!
Good luck with the rest of the build, I'll be watching with interest :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on January 21, 2013, 06:10:22 pm
ooh my then brakes :drool:
I cannot wait too fit these, just be a shame too use them. Nah maybe it won't haha
Awesome work
loving this :happy2:
Cheers mate
:surprised: :scared: :surprised: :scared:
Talk about ballsy! Amazing build mate! :congrats:
Subbing to this :popcornsoda:
Cheers, means a lot :driver: :happy2:
You are a brave man / nutter! Looking good so far and subscribed. Keep the updates coming.
Nutter, I think..... Not for the build but wanting a 600 hp golf & Thankyou
Looking very good Matt. Thanks for the build thread on here! Well worth it! Pretty sure everyone will and already does love a R32 T with the oppertunity to have 600+ BHP :P :happy2:
:smiley: no problem Chris I'm overwhelmed by the Welcome on here :laugh:
Mate, started reading this and thought '' OMG what are you doing'' but as it went on im just loving more and more :happy2:
Me and a mate both had mk2 r32's and he had a rotrex fitted to take his to 440bhp and that was quick but this will have another 200bhp!! Insane!!!
Good luck with the rest of the build, I'll be watching with interest :happy2:
Again a big Thankyou, to all of you.
A few times I've thought " what the #*^% am I doing". I keep going as I cannot wait to drive it. :driver: Maybe not at the moment with the snow but then I'd be quite happy to sit in it in my garage and listen to the engine noise :wink:
Post by: Greeners on January 21, 2013, 06:28:08 pm
Will be watching this with great interest! :happy2: And I know what you mean about the R32OC! Shame really.
Post by: Horatio on January 21, 2013, 06:49:54 pm
Post by: MattR32T on January 21, 2013, 06:51:12 pm
Welcome Matt! :drinking:
Will be watching this with great interest! :happy2: And I know what you mean about the R32OC! Shame really.
Hi Greeners :drinking: yeah it is but I can hang with you guys at the shows etc, so all is good. :happy2: :grin:
Post by: MattR32T on January 21, 2013, 06:56:45 pm
My wife pointed me in the direction of your build thread :scared: ........ :love:
This is a first I think! Intrigued! :surprised:
Did she say " Even think about doing this to your car and I'm leaving you" :signLOL: or " I found this thread and I'm very worried for the owners sanity " :grin:
Post by: Horatio on January 21, 2013, 07:19:59 pm
Since getting the R32 last year, Ive discovered what a petrol head the wife is! After watching a few video's of supercharged R's and show visits she would defo like to get the R turbo'd at somepoint...I suggested a remap, zorst, and intake "go big or go home" was the reply :sad1:
Post by: MattR32T on January 21, 2013, 07:57:50 pm
^
Since getting the R32 last year, Ive discovered what a petrol head the wife is! After watching a few video's of supercharged R's and show visits she would defo like to get the R turbo'd at somepoint...I suggested a remap, zorst, and intake "go big or go home" was the reply :sad1:
Haha brilliant, say Hi to the wife and the pair of you come and introduce yourself when or if you see the car and ill take you both for a spin. Her reward for advertising my thread aswell, ill let her have a drive. :driver: :scared:
Post by: Raffe on January 21, 2013, 08:51:35 pm
Post by: Dave J on January 21, 2013, 10:30:09 pm
All the best with the project - got me interested straightaway with the best choice of lightweight alloys (IMHO), and can see how serious you are about this car with the bodywork - looks mean.
Subscribed to the rest of your build thread!
Post by: MattR32T on January 21, 2013, 11:12:14 pm
Loving this already....look forward to more pics :congrats: :happy2:
:happy2:
Ruddy hell!
All the best with the project - got me interested straightaway with the best choice of lightweight alloys (IMHO), and can see how serious you are about this car with the bodywork - looks mean.
Subscribed to the rest of your build thread!
It's a big choice to make with wheels and there's too many to chose but I kept coming back to these. You can't do wrong with OZ's and that's my opinion. Great weight saving, love the style and colour and they won't hide my brakes. + their easy to clean.
Post by: MattR32T on January 22, 2013, 04:32:01 am
As you know ive come to this forum late and we need to catch up but i dont really know where to start. Lets get the ICE out of the way as this part of the build is 93.6% complete....
Ive had some people question my decision to have a stereo system in this car (dont fully understand this but were allowed opinions). The car wont be a daily driver and is to be used on strip and track but will be driven to these places not trailered. I have numerous trips to Europe planned, aswell as up and down the country so i want to keep it comfortable to be in.As much as id like to listen to the engine noise theres a time and place plus the fuel economy to think of. Outside of cars my second passion is music....Their concern is the added weight in the boot and i have countered this by being able to remove it all in 10 minutes. Add to this that i can remove rear interior in 20minutes and were all good.
:worthless:
I know,i know.....
Head unit is Kenwood DNX9210BT. Ive allways been loyal to Kenwood and feel this looks pretty oem and has great spec
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Dynamat was installed on the doors and then some JL Audio C5 3 ways
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My original boot build was ok but was non removable and was never built to exact dimensions. JL 13.5 W7 sub will remain as will the JL XD amps until funds allow me to upgrade the amps for the HDs
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So it was time for a new build and a sheet of 18mm MDF was taken into my workshop and so i started. JLs drawings in hand it was mesured and marked out, cut, machined and primered...
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Time to start putting it together
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I felt i needed something else Orange on the car to tie in with my brake calipers...........
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Time to undertake how its fixed into the car. More Dynamat aswell after a complete strip out
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I then decided i would love an Impact Gun in the boot build as you do :stupid:
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Nows the time to test fit it all and see how it looks. Im not a big fan of the conduit but it has its protective values and also it makes the cables standout to avoid damaging them. This is how the boot will look finished as i want it for function rather than show.......
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Hope this is the sort of info your all after and will keep you happy for now. I will endeavor to put some more up asap to bring you up to date before too much else happens and then i can keep it live and actual time. For now Thanks again Matt and if you have any questions - Just ask.................... :drinking:
Post by: Andy on January 22, 2013, 08:15:32 am
Post by: bigmig95 on January 22, 2013, 08:43:56 am
Is there a passenger booking form going to be available :wink:
Subscribed. :popcornsoda:
Post by: MattR32T on January 22, 2013, 09:08:33 am
ooh nice install Matt :happy2:
It should sound better than it did previously with the correct size enclosure and it sounded pretty good before. I'm going to have to weigh it all as I'm sure just the sub weighs half a ton
Welcome Matt. Nice to see such an adventurous project on the go.
Is there a passenger booking form going to be available :wink:
Subscribed. :popcornsoda:
Cheers pal. There will be no booking form I'm afraid just form an orderly Que.. Be prepared though as Carrinne (my partner) may be about to take her turn driving when you reach the front :pomppomp:
This is my passenger face when she takes the pilots seat :surprised:
Post by: RedED30 on January 23, 2013, 09:11:40 pm
Hows it coming along now?
Post by: Andy on January 23, 2013, 09:46:20 pm
ooh nice install Matt :happy2:
It should sound better than it did previously with the correct size enclosure and it sounded pretty good before. I'm going to have to weigh it all as I'm sure just the sub weighs half a ton
when i took my ground zero nuclear sub out of my car it wieghed 3.5 stone :signLOL:
Post by: dub singh on January 23, 2013, 11:29:59 pm
Curious as to what you think of the JL audio components? I've been through a range of different components and C5's were next on the list... Tough choice between them and the Hertz high energies..
Also glad you went ported with the sub.. Most people tend to go sealed with JL audio subs.. :sad1:
Post by: MattR32T on January 24, 2013, 07:58:59 pm
Your crazy, but in a good way. :happy2:
Hows it coming along now?
Thanks for the compliment!
It's not, I'm waiting for the paint samples and I'm stacked at work which is holding me up at the mo.
Lovely work with the Car so far! :happy2:Cheers, yeah I'm really pleased with them over all ranges but I'm running the XD amps and I would like to upgrade to the HDs at some point. But I've heard good things about the Hertz as well. I think their put off by the size the box has to be but if its worth doing...........
Curious as to what you think of the JL audio components? I've been through a range of different components and C5's were next on the list... Tough choice between them and the Hertz high energies..
Also glad you went ported with the sub.. Most people tend to go sealed with JL audio subs.. :sad1:
Post by: MattR32T on January 30, 2013, 01:03:20 pm
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Lyle and Chris dont paint many cars nowadays their extremely busy running their hydro dipping companie so im extremely happy they have chosen to undertake mine. Heres one of their previous paintjobs and i know the car well.....
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Post by: chrisr763 on January 30, 2013, 01:27:45 pm
Post by: MattR32T on January 30, 2013, 07:56:27 pm
Woah that is stunning. I love the colour and hope they get it perfect :ashamed:
I'm pretty confident they will as their perfectionists, can't wait to see the samples in the flesh and see what colour the gf choose as its her part of the project......
Post by: MattR32T on February 12, 2013, 01:07:59 am
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Post by: Horatio on February 12, 2013, 05:20:43 am
The blue sample above looks amazing :drool:
Post by: PimpinR32 on February 12, 2013, 08:56:14 am
Post by: MattR32T on February 12, 2013, 09:25:04 am
The dark metallic red/ox blood red is a personal fav :happy2: My brother has got a replica Cobra this colour, but in dire need of a respray. :sick:
The blue sample above looks amazing :drool:
We decided it had to stay blue as so much has been done to the car and as you can see its just a shade lighter. Looks even better in the sun, just hope we have some this year!
That is truly awesome! :notworthy: When are you putting the turbo in? I wish there was a cheaper way to strap one to mine.
Thankyou......... The car will be painted and will take 1 month ??? Then back home for a month to let paint cure/ harden fully and put it back together and they will have the engine ready to lift in......... I'm sure car will be with them for a month - wiring, plumbing in and final tuning etc :laugh:
Post by: T88OMM on February 12, 2013, 10:10:18 am
Post by: MattR32T on February 12, 2013, 11:30:28 pm
Absolutely epic build dude! Takes some serious balls to do something like this. Really looking forward to seeing it all finished, sub'd!
Cheers bud, not long now fingers and toe's crossed..... :smiley:
Post by: MattR32T on March 08, 2013, 11:08:22 pm
Stripping the car was completed.....
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Arches cleaned and sealed
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Top mounts altered for adjustable top mounts
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Front strut brace fitted
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Car reassembled and delivered to painters
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A few pics of the prep on the car
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Front grills are finished apart from final prep
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calipers are finished
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Engine is as far as we can go now without car. Internals are complete inc rods, pistons, head etc. turbo is is all mocked up inc oil lines, pipe work and electrics
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Short runner and engine cover need prepping and painting
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Still a way to go but its moving. Still aiming at having car painted by beginning of April but we'll see. Car has a stand at Festival of Speed which would be nice but I've given up making plans....... Matt
Post by: MightyMullet on March 09, 2013, 06:30:37 am
Nothing to say! Seriously mega!
Post by: b9rgo1234 on March 09, 2013, 11:58:43 am
Post by: MattR32T on March 09, 2013, 12:37:38 pm
:surprised:
Nothing to say! Seriously mega!
Nothing at all.... :smiley:
Is that 6 pots for the front and 4 pots for the rear?? :laugh:
Yes it is, master cylinder upgraded to match and separate handbrake caliper aswell
Post by: b9rgo1234 on March 09, 2013, 12:44:13 pm
:surprised:
Nothing to say! Seriously mega!
Nothing at all.... :smiley:Is that 6 pots for the front and 4 pots for the rear?? :laugh:
Yes it is, master cylinder upgraded to match and separate handbrake caliper aswell
Get some more pictures up :party:
Did DaveB do the kit for you?
Post by: Hurdy on March 09, 2013, 12:53:58 pm
Post by: nadlad on March 09, 2013, 12:54:27 pm
Post by: MC71 on March 09, 2013, 12:56:39 pm
Incredible stuff matey. Your attention to detail in every aspect is immense. Can't wait to see the car painted and those mad brakes bolted on, going to be one seriously quick car, stopping as well as accelerating.
Keep up the good work.
:happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on March 09, 2013, 01:35:48 pm
Get some more pictures up :party:
Did DaveB do the kit for you?
Yes Dave did sort it all. I'm running low ET on the wheels but still had 25mm spacers on all four corners to fill the arches but Dave has removed the spacers with hubs and bearings so clever stuff. There's a pic on here of the front disc but even I'm not allowed to see any pics ATM :sad1:
Awesome mate, just awesome! :happy2:
:happy2:
AMAZING
:happy2:
:congrats: :congrats:
Incredible stuff matey. Your attention to detail in every aspect is immense. Can't wait to see the car painted and those mad brakes bolted on, going to be one seriously quick car, stopping as well as accelerating.
Keep up the good work.
:happy2:
I'm trying to make it as good as I can with my main interest being driving it. It may turn out to be a bit showie but was never the intention. Once you improve one bit it leads to the next and so on
Thanks appreciate it.
Post by: b9rgo1234 on March 09, 2013, 01:37:02 pm
Keep up the hard work, I look forward to seeing the it finished
Post by: MattR32T on March 09, 2013, 02:11:21 pm
:happy2:
Keep up the hard work, I look forward to seeing the it finished
So do I, haha. :driver:
Post by: Trev. on March 11, 2013, 02:05:59 pm
Post by: MattR32T on March 11, 2013, 08:55:41 pm
Cant wait to see the end of this!
Is this a compliment or not, sounds like What the misses' had said to me about it :grin:
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Post by: 2fast4you on March 12, 2013, 04:50:32 pm
Post by: MattR32T on March 12, 2013, 08:11:06 pm
Awesome build mate! Nice to see a break from the norm these days! :notworthy:
Cheers mate, its nice to be different :laugh:
Loving this build thread! Keep up the good work mate, hope I get to see it in the flesh when its done :smiley:
Thanks. Come and say Hi if you do :happy2:
Wow!!!
:drinking:
Matt! Give me more, now. I would like to see the colour, I bet it looks stunning! :love:
Should have some pics tomorrow, still only prep work though :sad1:
So...how much left until this beast is painted ?
Finish prep this week. Something major happening over the weekend, fingers crossed it goes ok and then they will start painting engine bay and shuts, back of doors next week. Hopefully...... :pomppomp:
Post by: Harpreetsingh on March 12, 2013, 09:57:59 pm
Post by: MattR32T on March 12, 2013, 11:26:03 pm
Mother of pearl that looks immense! I cant wait to see how this turns out man. Fingers crossed everything ends up ok from what you said about something happening...!
Cheers mate. Nothing bad happening its just another piece of the puzzle and I think a first for a mk5 so we will wait and see how it turns out..... If you don't try these things then your never know I guess. I really don't want to say much until I know its going to work out haha. I put enough pressure on myself as it is....... :confused:
Post by: Andy on March 13, 2013, 08:59:48 pm
Post by: Jussa on March 15, 2013, 04:27:33 pm
Can't wait to see the finished product!!
:popcornsoda:
Post by: MattR32T on March 15, 2013, 07:45:46 pm
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Post by: stu_no_1 on March 17, 2013, 02:31:40 pm
Post by: MattR32T on March 17, 2013, 02:51:47 pm
Is the rear bumper been smoothed into the quarter panel? Better hope u don't need it off again lol
Yeah I know its risky but will be doing the same with bonnet, tailgate and doors :grin: Maybe the fuel cap as well......
Post by: Squeeguk on March 17, 2013, 03:11:44 pm
Post by: MattR32T on March 17, 2013, 04:52:52 pm
I do like how you have smoothed the front bumper strips in leaving only the spray nozzle covers. I was thinking about that some time ago for when I get my ED30 lip spoiler and the bumper resprayed, but always wondered if it would look odd. Can't wait to see yours finished and painted to see how it looks.
Yeah it was a difficult decision for me tbh but I've seen them either completely smoothed or left standard. I try to be different. Hopefully wont be long before you see the finished piece. Hopefully........
Cheers for looking in.....
Post by: josh newman on March 17, 2013, 06:37:52 pm
Post by: MattR32T on March 17, 2013, 07:03:08 pm
Post by: stu_no_1 on March 18, 2013, 09:49:00 am
Your gonna smooth the bonnet onto the wings? How will u check oils or do any servicing or did I read that wrong. I like the fuel cap idea where u planning on putting the filler cap if your sealing off the tailgate or did I read that wrong tooIs the rear bumper been smoothed into the quarter panel? Better hope u don't need it off again lol
Yeah I know its risky but will be doing the same with bonnet, tailgate and doors :grin: Maybe the fuel cap as well......
Post by: MattR32T on March 18, 2013, 06:32:34 pm
Your gonna smooth the bonnet onto the wings? How will u check oils or do any servicing or did I read that wrong. I like the fuel cap idea where u planning on putting the filler cap if your sealing off the tailgate or did I read that wrong tooIs the rear bumper been smoothed into the quarter panel? Better hope u don't need it off again lol
Yeah I know its risky but will be doing the same with bonnet, tailgate and doors :grin: Maybe the fuel cap as well......
Sorry Stu, thought you was messing with the bumper quote. None of it will be smoothed together, its only prep work and the bumper and all other panels will be removable as standard.....
Post by: stu_no_1 on March 18, 2013, 07:05:58 pm
Post by: MattR32T on March 18, 2013, 07:25:43 pm
Thank god for that lol thought it was a trip back in time to max power for a minute haha
Haha, I hope not. :scared:
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Again, Thanks for looking............. :)
Post by: Coe on March 21, 2013, 12:15:45 pm
Post by: MattR32T on March 21, 2013, 06:16:13 pm
Looking spot on mate. I absolutely love this build. Awesome! :popcornsoda:
I went and saw the car today and the engine last night and its looking great. I hate the build though, stress you wouldn't believe haha. Better be worth it. Appreciate your words....
Post by: DF2008 on March 21, 2013, 07:05:22 pm
I would weep if i saw my car going through that level of work
You really need to call the men in white coats ASAP
CRazy mother ********
Post by: MattR32T on March 21, 2013, 08:49:50 pm
Fair play to you fella you have bigger balls than King Kong to do that level of work :congrats:
I would weep if i saw my car going through that level of work
You really need to call the men in white coats ASAP
CRazy mother ********
I know what it will be like when its finished and I know what the people involved are capable of... i agree with you that this isn't for the faint hearted but neither will driving the car be. The car will be insane so its perfect for myself, haha :jumping:
Post by: MattR32T on April 11, 2013, 06:41:22 pm
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So I popped down the road to see Mike who is doing the bumpers. Well they will be finished and ready to fit next week :) he said he will ping some more pics across somewhen aswell
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Spoke to Dave Brown last night and should be getting some pics off him once he's back from a work trip. Excited to see some of my goodies which he has stashed for me..... Also he's sourced a few more parts for the car which I'm sure not many mk5s are running. I'm certain my bumpers are a Mk5 first......
Can actually see the finish now....... Big Thanks to Mike and I will put your info up once you have pics of the finished pieces
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Again a massive Thanks to Mike and I cannot wait to see these in the flesh and fit them :)/>
I feel things happen for a reason and being let down by the original person has again worked in our favour!
Post by: Andy on April 12, 2013, 08:25:18 pm
Post by: MattR32T on April 12, 2013, 08:47:51 pm
wow them bumpers are a work of art
Cheers Andy. Want to go and fit these now! Thanks for commenting btw.... :happy2: hopefully meet you at Tatton
Post by: Action jackson on April 12, 2013, 08:51:36 pm
Sound bloody awesome. Well done for having the guts and pocket for this car. What's happening
At tatton?
Post by: MattR32T on April 12, 2013, 09:17:09 pm
I honestly can't wait to see/hear this car, it's going to be immense, it'll be fast,pretty and
Sound bloody awesome. Well done for having the guts and pocket for this car. What's happening
At tatton?
Cheers mate. I hope it turns out ok! http://vwnw.co.uk/ Tatton Park VW show later in the year. Fingers crossed car will be ready :happy2:
Post by: Action jackson on April 13, 2013, 07:56:21 am
Post by: MattR32T on April 13, 2013, 12:35:48 pm
Ill be going just to see this car, can't wait
Woah, I better hope it meets your expectations. This was never built to be any type of show car. It's built to drive and drive hard and fast. I seriously can't believe the interest it's created. Look forward to meeting you :happy2:
Post by: Action jackson on April 15, 2013, 10:51:39 am
Post by: Kalpsn2000 on April 15, 2013, 01:51:26 pm
Those arch cutting pics gave me butterfly's in the stomach :grin:
Love the R32...with 600BHP it will be a real beast :driver:
This is a massive project and can't wait to see the finished product :party:
GL with getting it finished :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on April 15, 2013, 09:19:42 pm
No pressure at all, the r32 is my favourite mk5. Plus your sticking a honking big turbo on it, and I love the wide body, it's like you've been in my head for my perfect car, it's exactly what I would do if I had the funds. Plus I wouldn't have it as a show car either, it'd be my daily as there'd be no way I would leave it at home. I'm probs gonna buy this off you in 10 years time when you want something different/ or I mither you enough to sell
Cannot Thank you enough for the words. Believe me I'm excited about this car especially when it comes to the engine. I just need to be patient. Hope to go down to car this week and fit the bumpers so the paintwork can progress at nice pace then. I can confirm that you have 1st dibs if I was ever to sell.
Post by: MattR32T on April 15, 2013, 09:39:50 pm
Bit late to this thread but WHAT A BUILD!!!
Those arch cutting pics gave me butterfly's in the stomach :grin:
Love the R32...with 600BHP it will be a real beast :driver:
This is a massive project and can't wait to see the finished product :party:
GL with getting it finished :happy2:
Never too late.... To be honest you probably joined at the right time as you've missed a load of boring stuff! Haha, I stood watching them cut my arches which was a tad worrying but I've been lucky to have some great talent help with the build. Yes it a fairly large project which just seems to keep growing. The thought of having 600 hp to play with keeps me going :wink:
Thanks.......
Post by: Action jackson on April 15, 2013, 10:46:00 pm
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Post by: Action jackson on April 17, 2013, 10:21:56 pm
Post by: MattR32T on April 17, 2013, 10:54:41 pm
That arse shot is the nuts. Well done again, soooo nice
Cheers mate...... Not a fan of the front? Looks awkward without the wings I know. Look forward to Friday when I can go down and fit it all properly :smiley:
Post by: Pmoky gti on April 17, 2013, 10:58:40 pm
Been keeping an eye on this over on R32oc too
Post by: MattR32T on April 17, 2013, 11:09:01 pm
Looking good mate
Been keeping an eye on this over on R32oc too
Thanks pal :drinking:
Post by: Andy on April 18, 2013, 02:15:28 am
Post by: MattR32T on April 18, 2013, 07:27:41 am
coming along nicely-ready for the summer if we have one :signLOL:
Ready for the "WHAT"? :grin:
Post by: Action jackson on April 18, 2013, 08:01:20 am
Post by: MattR32T on April 18, 2013, 08:15:58 am
Yeah I'm a fan off the front, but will admit I do love the chrome on the R front, but nearly everyone prefers the back end of the R and this will be the best one in uk/Europe/world. Very nice :innocent:
I've taken more time on the rear for a reason :wink: I'm undecided whether to have the grill silver/ chrome or carbon fibre. It won't be all 1 colour. We're paint it to look like an OEM+ piece. Should be painted soon so we better hurry up and decide :pomppomp:
Again, Merci for the kind words :happy2:
Post by: Action jackson on April 18, 2013, 08:37:58 am
Post by: Jaywoo-GTI on April 18, 2013, 08:46:35 am
Was the reason for having the bumper re-made in fiberglass just for weight saving or have you got any plans to reproduce them?
Post by: Action jackson on April 18, 2013, 01:41:28 pm
Post by: MattR32T on April 18, 2013, 03:02:55 pm
For me, it's got to be chrome front with the blue body, lovely contrast. Bt it's your car(wish it was mine) and all the work you have done is first class, so I'm sure whatever you decide on I'm sure it'll look good. Ill just change it back to chrome when I buy it. Hehe.
Hopefully not long too find out What my decision was/ is......
The misses is extremely excited about the cheque you'll be writing for us :drinking:
Awesome build,
Was the reason for having the bumper re-made in fiberglass just for weight saving or have you got any plans to reproduce them?
Why Thanks
Plans, there's been no plans, lol. The reasons being.......... It took me about 2 months of evenings and weekends to create the bumpers by means of plastic welding. I completely knackered a rear bumper in the process....... Chances of having a little ding with the power is relatively high and I wouldn't want to have to reproduce them again. Weight saving is a big part as well.
But the main reason was we didn't want it fatiguing over time and having hairline cracks appearing which is another big possibility with the launches being done in the car and general weathering.
Also it's great to be different............. :laugh:
I think it's so it fits the new wider arches, but could well be wrong. I normally am
This is also very true as they was under a fair amount of force to pull them out the extra 40mm each side to match the new arches
Have a look back at them prepping the rear bumper....... They have added about an extra 1" of filler at the bottom outside edges to create a nicer line
I could replicate these to fit a standard width mk5 golf........... However I wish to be a little different from everyone else. I may change my mind as I have had a surprising amount of interest in them :evilgrin:
Post by: Jaywoo-GTI on April 18, 2013, 03:34:42 pm
Also it's great to be different............. :laugh:
It is indeed, I am absolutely in love with the front bumper
Post by: MattR32T on April 18, 2013, 03:40:01 pm
Also it's great to be different............. :laugh:
It is indeed, I am absolutely in love with the front bumper
Ahh, cheers mate. Should look superb once painted. I'm chuffed with how they turned out, I amaze myself at times and I'm real pleased I went with the initial idea. Look forward to seeing them in the flesh tommorrow and ill grab some more pics :happy2:
Post by: Jaywoo-GTI on April 18, 2013, 04:02:57 pm
Would love to see the grill part skinned in carbon.
Post by: MattR32T on April 18, 2013, 04:12:18 pm
:popcornsoda:
Would love to see the grill part skinned in carbon.
Well...... I was going to have the original grill, diffuser, mirrors etc made from CF as I have a boat building friend and then changed my mind at the last minute... We had the moulds ready to go and even started the mirrors but
My opinion is CF has been bone to death and you either do a whole car or don't bother? We was going to do the bumpers in CF but again I changed my mind as there was no real weight gains and it would still of been painted but I think your be happy with how i have decided to finish the bumpers.
Also less money on CF means more monies towards the running side of things
I have 1 piece of true CF on the car and that's in the boot :wink:
Post by: Jaywoo-GTI on April 18, 2013, 04:24:28 pm
Also less money on CF means more monies towards the running side of things
Spoken like a True Petrol Head,
Dread to think how much money you have invested into this monster.
Post by: MattR32T on April 18, 2013, 09:04:11 pm
Well, I managed to find a few hours to work on the car today so I thought it was best put to use prepping the inlet and engine cover. I can drop these to the painters tomorrow
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Managed to find enough time to do a little more cleaning up on my TT lower arms
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Post by: MattR32T on April 19, 2013, 08:23:36 pm
A few more pics.............
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Post by: 2fast4you on April 19, 2013, 09:54:03 pm
Cant wait to see it painted :drinking:
Post by: Action jackson on April 19, 2013, 10:53:14 pm
Post by: MattR32T on April 20, 2013, 07:54:35 am
The car is coming up really wonderfully :love:
Cant wait to see it painted :drinking:
Hopefully start seeing big differences each week now :drool:
Sex wee again, I'm gonna end up with sores at this rate, or blind. The 4th pic down looks so moody, but that arse is bellissimo
Haha. I know what you mean about the rear. :confused: The front looks awkward at the moment where its all one colour. Once painted, correct wheels and lowered it will be fine but not as nice as the rear end perhaps :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on April 25, 2013, 12:17:14 am
Another fluffing delay :sad1:
but this time it's only 10 days...... I think things are looking up haha.............. :jumpmove:
Post by: Action jackson on April 25, 2013, 08:55:29 am
Post by: MightyMullet on April 25, 2013, 03:46:16 pm
'abcdefghijk....<<<< bloody letters what the hell man!
We need our fix........
:evilgrin:
Post by: MattR32T on April 25, 2013, 10:10:11 pm
Oh, so you get us hooked then start drip feeding us little bits at a time, I know how this game works. Come on we need pics. And I do mean need, or man need it so bad, ill do anything for some pics, hahaha. Come on stop playing with our emotions.
Haha, made me laugh. I need it more than you :signLOL:
Tell me about it, i see at the top 'new replies' 'V6 TBD- MK5 R32' click it and this is what i see
'abcdefghijk....<<<< bloody letters what the hell man!
We need our fix........
:evilgrin:
:signLOL: thought I'd get you to have another look and all i have too say is Blah, blah, blah.
I will do some chasing and say its not just me who needs pics.... :indifferent:
Post by: MightyMullet on April 26, 2013, 01:35:36 am
Oh, so you get us hooked then start drip feeding us little bits at a time, I know how this game works. Come on we need pics. And I do mean need, or man need it so bad, ill do anything for some pics, hahaha. Come on stop playing with our emotions.
Haha, made me laugh. I need it more than you :signLOL:Tell me about it, i see at the top 'new replies' 'V6 TBD- MK5 R32' click it and this is what i see
'abcdefghijk....<<<< bloody letters what the hell man!
We need our fix........
:evilgrin:
:signLOL: thought I'd get you to have another look and all i have too say is Blah, blah, blah.
I will do some chasing and say its not just me who needs pics.... :indifferent:
Good, glad youve got our backs :happy2:
Post by: Creaney on April 26, 2013, 12:38:02 pm
Post by: MattR32T on April 27, 2013, 08:45:38 pm
really looking forward to seeing and hearing this :drinking:
Ohh! Neither can I...... :laugh:
We all just have to learn to be patient, I for one know how difficult this is. Cheers for looking in though mate :drinking:
Post by: MightyMullet on April 27, 2013, 11:10:36 pm
:evilgrin:
Post by: dave23 on April 29, 2013, 09:03:31 pm
Post by: MattR32T on April 29, 2013, 09:50:48 pm
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I can see this being painted soon but still can't believe it....... :pomppomp:
Post by: Action jackson on April 29, 2013, 10:34:14 pm
Post by: MattR32T on April 30, 2013, 12:38:33 am
Don't rush anything, perfection takes time. I mean after all this is a r32 big turbo 4x4 one of a kind super car slayer. It's going to be epic/already is. Honestly can't wait for tatton park, been showing my 2year old vids of r32's and he loves the noise. He'll piss his pants when he hears this :signLOL: shall I bring my cheque book with me or do you want at least a year of ownership. Again,amazing :congrats:
I'd prefer cash :happy2: I couldn't go any faster if I wanted, its out of my hands. I'm looking forward to Tatton, just hope she's ready but everything is in place now so were not a million miles away :popcornsoda:
Post by: MattR32T on May 06, 2013, 04:16:22 pm
Anyhow its moving along and my excitement isn't wavering so I thought it was time to order some presents for it.
Bring on the show plates......
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Also ordered a few other finishing pieces for the car just to cheer me up as nice sunny days are the hardest to be without the car.......
and also this week were going to see some progress again........ :fighting:
Post by: dmac1969 on May 06, 2013, 09:14:20 pm
Post by: MattR32T on May 06, 2013, 11:11:15 pm
Absolutely epic build , this is gonna be some car when it's finished , I cant wait to see the paint on as that Blue you have had made looks fantastic! :happy2:
Cheers DMAC. It's certainly going to be a bit different from the norm. By the end of the month I'm hoping it will be all in its new HOC Kandy Blue suit. This is when it will start looking something and I can start putting the parts back on it. Exciting times..... Thanks for looking in :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on May 08, 2013, 07:45:28 pm
Any way the bumpers are almost complete.......
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Oh yeah, received my plates and their the wrong size, looked awesome though and their sending the correct ones FOC :smiley:
Post by: Action jackson on May 09, 2013, 07:38:27 am
Post by: MattR32T on May 09, 2013, 07:04:27 pm
Arse candy mmmm. Made my day. Looking fantastic Matt
Cheers AJ. Just need some paint on it now :drinking:
Post by: GTI-Ross on May 09, 2013, 07:10:03 pm
Arse candy mmmm. Made my day. Looking fantastic Matt
Cheers AJ. Just need some paint on it now :drinking:
This is going too slow.....I want more action and i want it now :fighting:
I come on everyday and check if there has been anymore updates, and to my sad disappointment......Nothing !!!
(only joking fella, just want to see it finished as im sure you really do :signLOL:)
Post by: MattR32T on May 09, 2013, 07:17:27 pm
Arse candy mmmm. Made my day. Looking fantastic Matt
Cheers AJ. Just need some paint on it now :drinking:
This is going too slow.....I want more action and i want it now :fighting:
I come on everyday and check if there has been anymore updates, and to my sad disappointment......Nothing !!!
(only joking fella, just want to see it finished as im sure you really do :signLOL:)
Haha. Tell me about it, it's painful for me. I wish I could skip everything else and just have the engine fitted. I hope ( pray ) the car will be painted by the end of May and then the finish is not too far away. I'm glad in a way that there has been holdups as its allowed me to change things and hopefully produce a better car.
It's enough to send you quackers though, trust me :laugh:
Post by: MattR32T on May 12, 2013, 08:41:03 pm
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Painters have promised some progress this week so I'm expecting to see a real difference within the year....
Hope I'm not being optimistic again :grin:
Post by: Action jackson on May 13, 2013, 11:26:31 am
Post by: MattR32T on May 13, 2013, 07:28:05 pm
Looks fantastic Matt. Excellent
Cheers. By the time it's finished you'll have something much nicer or be too old to drive it, haha. Beginning to worry that petrol won't exist anymore.....
Bumper wasn't fitted today either :fighting:
But the painters are aiming for a fully primed car by Monday. I will wait and see :signLOL:
Post by: detailer on May 13, 2013, 07:31:36 pm
Post by: MattR32T on May 14, 2013, 12:18:57 am
Jesus just stumbled across this. Awesome build :happy2:
Thanks :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on May 14, 2013, 10:47:25 am
Just waiting for the front bumper to finish the prep work.....
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Even sent an action shot for me to enjoy .......
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Post by: Action jackson on May 14, 2013, 09:28:06 pm
Post by: MattR32T on May 14, 2013, 10:14:27 pm
Matt I've been stockpiling petrol just in case, also been applying to work in the Middle East so I can afford both the car and fuel bills. But it'll be sooo purrty it'll be worth it. Oh and crazy fast,I really am envious, which is rare for me. I'm getting the wife a mk2 tt 3.2 as well so should be a nice set of cars once I'm done. Any news on how your doing the front grill
:signLOL:
I think we've decided where were going with the grill but I'm leaving the final decisions with the painters. :wink:
Post by: MattR32T on May 14, 2013, 10:53:36 pm
Front bumper is complete and fitted. Just requires some tickling from the paint shop ready for paint. Big Thanks to Mike for surpassing my expectations
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Rear has been tickled..
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Another action shot to show how busy they are.......
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Post by: MattR32T on May 18, 2013, 08:25:29 pm
Anyhow every thing is going to plan and their attention to detail makes me happy.
Petrol flap removed and stickers taken off ready for prep
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While there I unsoldered the aerial
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Final bit of prep on rear arches, they feel so smooth now
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Bonnet has been prepped and primed......
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Wings had a reaction so they was taken back and primed again ready for some paint now
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Tailgate is finished in the primer department
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Front bumper has been partially shaped, sat in the oven for a duration and primed. A little more opening of the vents is required and a tad of tickling then final primer coat ready for some colour. Final finish has been decided on both bumpers now
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Rear bumper at the same stage as front and just requires no. plate light recess's cut out
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Final prep work in engine bay and then body to be primed early part of week. Aiming to have rear of panels, shuts and bay in colour towards the end of the week......
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Post by: MattR32T on May 20, 2013, 06:59:05 pm
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Post by: Andy on May 20, 2013, 08:54:21 pm
Post by: liver on May 21, 2013, 08:32:39 am
Post by: Jaywoo-GTI on May 21, 2013, 09:00:21 am
Post by: MattR32T on May 21, 2013, 01:57:57 pm
:pomppomp: :pomppomp: :popcornsoda:Its looking good Matt
Cheers Andy.... It's coming together now..
awesome progress mate
Cheers :happy2:
Does that say 'carbon' on the cetre grill of the front bumper? :jumping:
I'm not too sure what it says :ashamed:
Post by: Kalpsn2000 on May 21, 2013, 02:01:07 pm
Can't wait to see the finished beast :party:
Post by: MattR32T on May 21, 2013, 09:43:40 pm
I think a few of you will be shocked by the final colour choice but we had to go with the fastest colour.........
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Post by: Andy on May 21, 2013, 10:08:58 pm
Post by: MC71 on May 21, 2013, 10:20:35 pm
Post by: MattR32T on May 21, 2013, 10:41:07 pm
Here is the final colour... Lacquer and polishing to complete the shine once whole car is painted. I must admit I did like the dark silver though
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Post by: chrisr763 on May 21, 2013, 10:51:19 pm
Post by: MattR32T on May 21, 2013, 10:57:21 pm
Glad I finally see paint Matt. Looking so good! Told you this build thread was a good idea :grin: :drool:
Cheers Chris. This was your idea I agree. Yep it's good to see it taking shape. Does look very bright though 8)
Post by: Jaywoo-GTI on May 22, 2013, 09:35:55 am
Post by: Saintsteve on May 22, 2013, 02:31:28 pm
Post by: MightyMullet on May 22, 2013, 09:28:31 pm
Post by: MattR32T on May 22, 2013, 09:51:40 pm
Gorgeous colour :love:
Wait till you see it in the flesh :wink: its mind blowing :happy2:
Thank god it's Blue! , my first thought was "oh no" but that's by far the best colour ever given to the mk5. :happy2:
Only ever choice, VW really should of chose this HOC Kandy blue though :laugh:
Looking absolutly fantastic my friend :congrats: nearly there :happy2:
Cheers mate........ Almost I guess. Still plenty to do until I'm happy happy :grin:
Post by: MattR32T on May 22, 2013, 10:32:11 pm
Thank god it's Blue! , my first thought was "oh no" but that's by far the best colour ever given to the mk5. :happy2:
Forgot to ask whether your another Southamptoner, going by your username that's all. :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on May 22, 2013, 11:30:16 pm
Spoke to Lyle ( the main painter ) this evening. The engine bay is finished :) , the boot shut is now Blue as are the door shuts :) , by the end of the week the backs of the boot, bonnet and doors will be blue :) .
Everything will be base coated by the end of the week inc bumpers :)
Me and Carrinne have been asked to travel down on Wednesday next week to go over the final plan ;)
After we've left they will rebuild and refit all the panels and check over the car one final time with the aim to have Lyle do a 8 hour uninterrupted marathon to do the final coat.
This then leaves quite a bit of finishing pieces to do but were well on the way..... :)
BAD NEWS.....
Always have to have some I'm afraid but I'm allowed no more pics ( although they are taking plenty )....... I think their excited about how this is going to turn out and want to see our reaction
I'm sorry but that's life.....
Post by: Kalpsn2000 on May 22, 2013, 11:43:06 pm
GOOD NEWS......
Spoke to Lyle ( the main painter ) this evening. The engine bay is finished :) , the boot shut is now Blue as are the door shuts :) , by the end of the week the backs of the boot, bonnet and doors will be blue :) .
Everything will be base coated by the end of the week inc bumpers :)
Me and Carrinne have been asked to travel down on Wednesday next week to go over the final plan ;)
After we've left they will rebuild and refit all the panels and check over the car one final time with the aim to have Lyle do a 8 hour uninterrupted marathon to do the final coat.
This then leaves quite a bit of finishing pieces to do but were well on the way..... :)
BAD NEWS.....
Always have to have some I'm afraid but I'm allowed no more pics ( although they are taking plenty )....... I think their excited about how this is going to turn out and want to see our reaction
I'm sorry but that's life.....
I guess they want to give you the 'pimp my ride' reaction :grin:
Post by: MattR32T on May 22, 2013, 11:55:00 pm
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I guess they want to give you the 'pimp my ride' reaction :grin:
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:grin: not quite, I have to pay for the work....... :sad1:
Still excited but not as excited as I am over seeing and hearing my engine come to life :scared:
The pretty colour is more for the wife, I'd drive it like it was maybe red oxide all over..... No seriously, if their excited then I can't wait as they choose their cars to paint very sparingly and it could be the last they choose to do. They certainly don't do it for the money. Be nice to see it all one colour after a year of waiting.....
Post by: Saintsteve on May 23, 2013, 05:54:47 pm
Thank god it's Blue! , my first thought was "oh no" but that's by far the best colour ever given to the mk5. :happy2:
Forgot to ask whether your another Southamptoner, going by your username that's all. :happy2:
I am indeed :happy2:
Post by: Action jackson on May 23, 2013, 10:04:11 pm
Breaths in to life, we need vids of that sound!!!!! A+
Post by: MattR32T on May 23, 2013, 11:19:50 pm
Matt I can't wait to see this, I know we're all excited so I can't imagine how you are. When that engine finally
Breaths in to life, we need vids of that sound!!!!! A+
Haha, yes I'm excited. I'm looking forward to see its finished paint job, then see it sat back on its OZ's, windows in etc, brakes will be good :wink: and then the engine which is what the cars been built around....
The day I receive the call to go and hear it fire into life all the struggles will seem like a distant memory...
Should be a good year, well next few months :drinking:
Post by: MattR32T on May 24, 2013, 12:51:14 am
Thank god it's Blue! , my first thought was "oh no" but that's by far the best colour ever given to the mk5. :happy2:
Forgot to ask whether your another Southamptoner, going by your username that's all. :happy2:
I am indeed :happy2:
Maybe see you around when mines running :happy2:
Post by: Saintsteve on May 24, 2013, 12:04:34 pm
Which side of the city are you, east side like me or west ?Thank god it's Blue! , my first thought was "oh no" but that's by far the best colour ever given to the mk5. :happy2:
Forgot to ask whether your another Southamptoner, going by your username that's all. :happy2:
I am indeed :happy2:
Maybe see you around when mines running :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on May 24, 2013, 07:01:51 pm
Which side of the city are you, east side like me or west ?Thank god it's Blue! , my first thought was "oh no" but that's by far the best colour ever given to the mk5. :happy2:
Forgot to ask whether your another Southamptoner, going by your username that's all. :happy2:
I am indeed :happy2:
Maybe see you around when mines running :happy2:
West side massive here, closer to the beaches.....
Post by: Raef on May 24, 2013, 09:05:22 pm
Post by: jacko1289 on May 24, 2013, 10:21:46 pm
Post by: MattR32T on May 29, 2013, 11:13:06 pm
Anyway a few pics
Car is pretty much in base coat now......
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Side skirts are fitted and bonded.....
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Top coat is on boot shut, rear of tailgate, under side of bonnet, sides of wings, filler flap, doors etc and car was to be re assembled once we left with final prep etc ready for final paint on whole car when Lyles in the zone......
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More updates real soon.....
Post by: chrisr763 on May 29, 2013, 11:27:33 pm
Post by: MattR32T on May 29, 2013, 11:50:35 pm
Better be soon Matt! :happy2:
Never let anyone down yet Chris :happy2:
As we had the day off we decided to have some lunch to celebrate what we've achieved with the car so far and then headed north to see the main ingredient of the build......
Anyways it was nice to be reacquainted with the engine and now they truly are waiting for the car.
New clutch now fitted and we've gone for Clutchmasters FX850
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Also there was another little present waiting for us which is waiting to be fitted
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Difficult to not be excited now but must remain calm and wait for the next hiccup
Post by: Saintsteve on May 30, 2013, 02:52:42 pm
Post by: chrisr763 on May 30, 2013, 03:10:46 pm
Post by: MattR32T on May 30, 2013, 11:49:36 pm
Awesome matt :happy2: well and truely subscribed :happy2:
Cheers Steve, nice to hear appreciation. Be good to sort a local meet once done and perhaps you could Help with the boys and girls on this forum as your more familiar with the peeps on here. Be good to meet a few of you :happy2:
:drool: :drool: You did it Matt... I'm done :wink: :grin:
Man of my word Chris :innocent:
Post by: Saintsteve on May 31, 2013, 07:02:29 am
Awesome matt :happy2: well and truely subscribed :happy2:
Cheers Steve, nice to hear appreciation. Be good to sort a local meet once done and perhaps you could Help with the boys and girls on this forum as your more familiar with the peeps on here. Be good to meet a few of you :happy2::drool: :drool: You did it Matt... I'm done :wink: :grin:
Man of my word Chris :innocent:
:happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on June 02, 2013, 09:27:00 pm
and the bad news is the car won't be ready. :sad1:
Always a good show though and should be even better at Avon Park....... :smiley:
Post by: Kalpsn2000 on June 03, 2013, 02:16:39 pm
Tickets are booked for GTI International......... Yay, my first show of the Year!
and the bad news is the car won't be ready. :sad1:
Always a good show though and should be even better at Avon Park....... :smiley:
Matt...I got excited after reading the 1st line...and then deflated after reading the 2nd :laugh:
Would have been great to see the beast there :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on June 04, 2013, 09:29:28 pm
Tickets are booked for GTI International......... Yay, my first show of the Year!
and the bad news is the car won't be ready. :sad1:
Always a good show though and should be even better at Avon Park....... :smiley:
Matt...I got excited after reading the 1st line...and then deflated after reading the 2nd :laugh:
Would have been great to see the beast there :happy2:
Would have been great to have it there :sad1:
Post by: MattR32T on June 04, 2013, 09:31:06 pm
More on this nearer the time but he contacted me with some pics of other parts he's acquired and has had stored at his house for me ( for a while)...
Anyways not long now and a huge, huge Thanks for all your effort Dave...
The new driveshafts.... 10mm longer, very uprated as you can see how chunky they are. VWR cup cars run these and they should cope better with the extra power
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TTRS steering rack..... Much lighter than OEM and has fewer turns lock too lock
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Post by: Action jackson on June 06, 2013, 07:11:45 pm
Post by: MattR32T on June 08, 2013, 09:55:25 am
Car is put back together, prepped and pointing at the oven doors so its not all bad. No point at all in rushing it now. Bumpers are to be painted today instead so its still progress.
I will put some more pics up later when I have 5 mins
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This car is showing no signs of any great speed at present........
Post by: Andy on June 08, 2013, 11:46:01 am
Post by: MattR32T on June 08, 2013, 01:33:57 pm
its getting there mate :congrats:
It's so close its becoming scary. All the hard work this year leaves next year to play :innocent:
Post by: callis on June 08, 2013, 02:41:56 pm
Every time i look at this build thread, i can feel my bank manager squirming in his seat :laugh:
Post by: MattR32T on June 08, 2013, 10:10:01 pm
Your a very brave man matt, looks good and i wish you all the best :)
Every time i look at this build thread, i can feel my bank manager squirming in his seat :laugh:
Nothing brave about it..... It's only a car :wink:
Why your bank manager? Thinking about buying it from me when done :drinking:
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Post by: Action jackson on June 09, 2013, 09:22:18 am
Post by: MattR32T on June 09, 2013, 07:06:09 pm
Woah woah there matt, slow your roll big fella, I have dibs on this :laugh: it's starting to come together so well, I can't wait to see this painted, what wheels are you going for!
Haha, you may not like it when finished and not want it so keeping my options open.....
I'm going with the OZ Ultraleggera's in Matt black which are on the car in earlier pics. Their light weight, not too showie offie, easy to clean and will show the brakes and help cool them down. Of course you can change these once its yours :wink:
Original Omynants are thrown on just while its painted and its one of the things I'm excited about changing. Look forward to seeing it painted with the windows in and correct wheels on.....
Surely not long now :surprised:
Post by: Dave J on June 09, 2013, 08:10:51 pm
Woah woah there matt, slow your roll big fella, I have dibs on this :laugh: it's starting to come together so well, I can't wait to see this painted, what wheels are you going for!
Haha, you may not like it when finished and not want it so keeping my options open.....
I'm going with the OZ Ultraleggera's in Matt black which are on the car in earlier pics. Their light weight, not too showie offie, easy to clean and will show the brakes and help cool them down. Of course you can change these once its yours :wink:
Original Omynants are thrown on just while its painted and its one of the things I'm excited about changing. Look forward to seeing it painted with the windows in and correct wheels on.....
Surely not long now :surprised:
Fantastic! Can't fault your choice in wheels - had a set on my old mkiv. So lightweight, very rare compared to all the BBS stuff, but were an absolute pain in the rear to clean after a trackday - all the pad material just burnt into the corners on the spokes.
Love this build though - the mk5 R32 VW should have built! :congrats:
Post by: MattR32T on June 09, 2013, 08:29:25 pm
Woah woah there matt, slow your roll big fella, I have dibs on this :laugh: it's starting to come together so well, I can't wait to see this painted, what wheels are you going for!
Haha, you may not like it when finished and not want it so keeping my options open.....
I'm going with the OZ Ultraleggera's in Matt black which are on the car in earlier pics. Their light weight, not too showie offie, easy to clean and will show the brakes and help cool them down. Of course you can change these once its yours :wink:
Original Omynants are thrown on just while its painted and its one of the things I'm excited about changing. Look forward to seeing it painted with the windows in and correct wheels on.....
Surely not long now :surprised:
Fantastic! Can't fault your choice in wheels - had a set on my old mkiv. So lightweight, very rare compared to all the BBS stuff, but were an absolute pain in the rear to clean after a trackday - all the pad material just burnt into the corners on the spokes.
Love this build though - the mk5 R32 VW should have built! :congrats:
Cheers Dave, really appreciate your words :happy2:
Post by: Action jackson on June 09, 2013, 09:48:00 pm
Post by: Bignod00 on June 09, 2013, 09:51:53 pm
Love the ultraleggera. Excellent choice. :congrats:Same here, but I am biased! :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on June 09, 2013, 10:25:55 pm
Love the ultraleggera. Excellent choice. :congrats:Same here, but I am biased! :happy2:
I spent a while choosing the wheels and kept coming back to these. Still feel happy with the decision as I think their simple but classy
Post by: KennyGTI on June 10, 2013, 03:37:39 pm
Post by: MattR32T on June 15, 2013, 07:40:24 pm
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Cars paintwork will be revealed at GTI International if complete....
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Feel free to come and say Hello if you see me about :happy2:
Post by: Andy on June 15, 2013, 08:06:45 pm
looks excellent
Post by: MattR32T on June 15, 2013, 08:47:49 pm
:notworthy:
looks excellent
Cheers Andy. No contact allowed with them now until their finished, its going to be hard but worth it i feel :happy2:
Post by: Kalpsn2000 on June 17, 2013, 10:08:41 pm
Post by: MattR32T on June 18, 2013, 05:23:13 pm
That colour looks lush :happy2:
Cheers mate. I have everything crossed that it will look good..... No going back now :surprised:
Post by: Bignod00 on June 19, 2013, 09:27:52 pm
I'll defo pop over and say hello if I do! :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on June 19, 2013, 11:38:34 pm
Can't wait to see this car in the flesh at Inters (fingers crossed!)
I'll defo pop over and say hello if I do! :happy2:
The car will definitely not be at Inters this year.... :sad1:
I will though and ill try and say Hello to as many of you as possible :happy2:
Will it make Tatton, very doubtful ATM
Post by: MattR32T on June 20, 2013, 06:54:42 pm
Another step closer to hearing and driving this Freak of Nature...... :driver:
Post by: Action jackson on June 20, 2013, 08:30:48 pm
Post by: MattR32T on June 20, 2013, 10:05:56 pm
I can sense a neck Mohican coming on when/if we see it at tatton. Come on mike give us another it brother, we deserve it
Mike? Haha.
I deserve it more than any of you and their not allowing anymore pics :sad1:
At last though I can see an end at least as everything is now in place.......
Post by: Action jackson on June 21, 2013, 08:36:46 pm
Post by: MattR32T on June 29, 2013, 02:06:39 pm
Hi Matt,
Hope you are well.
Good news, the car is finally done!! Yippee!
There are still a few bits to finish off but it will all be done by during
the course of week.
We need to:
Fe-fit the car
Final flat and polish
Dip the badge
Paint wing mirrors and a few other little odds and sods
I would think about trying to factor in collecting it on eve later next week
or possibly Saturday.
Hope that made your weekend!
Best Regards
Chris Hinks
Director
Post by: Andy on June 29, 2013, 05:20:44 pm
Post by: Bignod00 on June 30, 2013, 08:30:43 am
Post by: MightyMullet on June 30, 2013, 11:51:03 am
Post by: Saintsteve on June 30, 2013, 05:18:24 pm
So.............Inters then?!!! :innocent: :happy2: :signLOL:
There is a Southampton convoy :wink: :signLOL:
Good news she's nearly done :happy2:
Post by: Baz_doc on June 30, 2013, 08:59:32 pm
Post by: greygti on July 01, 2013, 08:10:49 pm
Post by: Dave J on July 01, 2013, 09:50:01 pm
Post by: MattR32T on July 02, 2013, 09:20:21 pm
So.............Inters then?!!! :innocent: :happy2: :signLOL:
Yes I will be there
No the car won't be :confused:
Post by: MattR32T on July 02, 2013, 09:22:29 pm
So.............Inters then?!!! :innocent: :happy2: :signLOL:
There is a Southampton convoy :wink: :signLOL:
Good news she's nearly done :happy2:
I might just tag along with this convoy as next year you all won't keep up :laugh:
Post by: MattR32T on July 02, 2013, 09:26:32 pm
:pomppomp: :pomppomp: :pomppomp: :pomppomp:
WOOOOO :party: :party: :party:
Can't wait to see this completed :drool:
Cant wait to see this finished. Epic car
Cheers. I'm so excited now. To see it all one colour will be a major step but I think I'm going to have to wait till next week before I have the time :sad1:
Post by: Horatio on July 11, 2013, 10:31:08 pm
Post by: MattR32T on July 11, 2013, 11:51:25 pm
NO PROBLEMO! I'll drive from London and I'll gladly collect it for you :happy2: :scared:
If your serious I would happily pay your fuel money :happy2:
Post by: Andy on July 12, 2013, 12:52:33 pm
Can i be passenger then :innocent:NO PROBLEMO! I'll drive from London and I'll gladly collect it for you :happy2: :scared:
If your serious I would happily pay your fuel money :happy2:
Post by: Horatio on July 12, 2013, 01:51:50 pm
NO PROBLEMO! I'll drive from London and I'll gladly collect it for you :happy2: :scared:
If your serious I would happily pay your fuel money :happy2:
Im guessing it would be Southampton way??? Might not be able to do this weekend. Would you put me on your insurance as a named driver? Do you have breakdown cover?
Post by: MattR32T on July 12, 2013, 10:20:18 pm
NO PROBLEMO! I'll drive from London and I'll gladly collect it for you :happy2: :scared:
If your serious I would happily pay your fuel money :happy2:
Im guessing it would be Southampton way??? Might not be able to do this weekend. Would you put me on your insurance as a named driver? Do you have breakdown cover?
No the car is in Poole at the moment and i live near Southampton. The painters are at Goodwood so this weekend is no good anyway. I don't understand what you mean about named driver insurance??? I'm quite positive it won't breakdown :confused:
Post by: 2fast4you on July 24, 2013, 12:56:10 am
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Post by: Jaywoo-GTI on August 06, 2013, 09:54:48 am
Interested to know what you are going to do with the front grill badge as the bonnet looks like it will foul on it?
Post by: Rab89 on August 06, 2013, 10:35:25 am
Post by: Kalpsn2000 on August 06, 2013, 02:55:21 pm
That looks so lush :drool: :drool: :drool:
Can't wait to see the finished article :happy2:
Post by: chris s on August 06, 2013, 09:34:41 pm
Post by: MightyMullet on August 07, 2013, 06:29:11 pm
Post by: GrayMK5GTI on August 07, 2013, 08:16:51 pm
Anyone else want to see Hurdy's beast and this go head to head on the strip ?
It's an R32. Hurdy should be scared :scared:
Post by: MattR32T on August 12, 2013, 10:29:26 pm
:love:
Wow looking spot on. Awesome colour
WOW!!! That looks so fat :happy2:
Brilliant work
WOW!!!
That looks so lush :drool: :drool: :drool:
Can't wait to see the finished article :happy2:
Soooo....this looks awesome! :congrats:
Thanks to all the nice comments :happy2:
Wow! Really do love that coulour,
Interested to know what you are going to do with the front grill badge as the bonnet looks like it will foul on it?
Cheers.
There is at least 0.435mm of clearance once fitted :wink:
Post by: mervil on August 13, 2013, 11:12:13 am
Post by: GTI-Ross on August 13, 2013, 02:06:28 pm
Think this has put me off ever getting a custom build in the future, hope it all turn out wicked and the way you want. :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on August 13, 2013, 09:27:06 pm
Fair play... that looks the nuts ! :happy2:
Cheers
Seems to be taking a really really Really long time......Feel for you
Think this has put me off ever getting a custom build in the future, hope it all turn out wicked and the way you want. :happy2:
Haha. It's flown by. :indifferent:
Post by: yin on May 10, 2014, 10:06:00 pm
Post by: Dave J on May 11, 2014, 04:19:45 pm
Any finish pics of this :smiley:
Yeah - was wondering what happened to this car. Hopefully it's driving and looking so good that he's forgotten to update us...
Post by: Saintsteve on May 11, 2014, 09:32:54 pm
Post by: MattR32T on May 28, 2014, 02:25:14 am
Any finish pics of this :smiley:
Any finish pics of this :smiley:
Yeah - was wondering what happened to this car. Hopefully it's driving and looking so good that he's forgotten to update us...
I've not seen this on the road either, and I'm also from Southampton?! :confused:
It's not finished :sad1:
Car has not been a priority for the last 8 months as I've sold up and moved home and taken on bigger business premises to name a few hurdles but it should definitely be on a shakedown run within 6 weeks so no big issue! :confused:
The painters have asked for pics since it left them but I can't do it justice. My cousin wanted to try some new equipment so I thought why not. He's not happy as we met at 6am expecting blue sky's but only just beat the heavens opening and he couldn't get enough light and wouldn't be his choice of location and obviously I'm not happy as car is far from complete or clean in theses pics.
These at least do the paint a little justice and I thought I'd share them!
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on May 28, 2014, 02:44:26 am
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Post by: MattR32T on June 23, 2014, 11:20:44 pm
Massive Thanks Dave B :happy2:
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Post by: rdfcpete on June 23, 2014, 11:30:20 pm
Post by: rich83 on June 23, 2014, 11:34:55 pm
Post by: GTI-Ross on June 23, 2014, 11:40:06 pm
Post by: MattR32T on June 24, 2014, 05:04:42 am
What are they from. I thought lambos were 8 pot
Audi C6 RS6 ( same as 2008 Muircielago )
Has this had its turbo fitted yet?
It's away having engine fitted at present :popcornsoda:
This is looking very interesting :party: :party: :party:
:evilgrin:
Post by: DamoP on June 24, 2014, 08:46:46 am
Post by: jomatuom on June 25, 2014, 12:37:34 pm
Post by: MattR32T on June 25, 2014, 10:37:54 pm
the grill looks great, very individual
Cheers.... Whole bumper one piece. Need to cut away some of the black part to allow a bigger cooler to fit and have some slats to fit to top part so more 32 like...... Work in progress still
That's some civil courage to cut perfectly nice car into pieces. Me likey
Nah just helps to be a little crazy :laugh:
Thanks
Post by: simonp on June 26, 2014, 04:58:20 am
Post by: MattR32T on June 26, 2014, 09:14:13 am
That Haldex switch you sold me a while back has another new owner. I never got around to buying the expensive bit!
Haha..... Hopefully the 4th owner will actually use it!
Post by: simonp on June 26, 2014, 12:42:11 pm
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Hoping bolts are back from Plating tommorrow to be able to carry on with re-assembly
Post by: 2fast4you on July 23, 2014, 11:51:34 am
Post by: Ryan_Gti06 on July 23, 2014, 09:02:37 pm
Post by: MattR32T on July 23, 2014, 11:44:42 pm
WOW!!! Great job Matt :happy2:
Cheers mate...... :happy2:
Hope your keeping well
Post by: MattR32T on July 23, 2014, 11:48:53 pm
Can't wait to see the finished product of this, amazing attention to detail mate! Gotta respect the effort that goes into a build like this :happy2:
Appreciate the comment, it's certainly no easy task but then I guess that's why not everyone's doing it
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Now waiting for the rear brakes........
Post by: swgti on July 31, 2014, 09:58:32 am
Post by: GTI-Ross on July 31, 2014, 11:03:09 am
Sorry but I think the yellow springs clash......... :signLOL:
Should get them done in blue (same as car)
Post by: MattR32T on July 31, 2014, 08:29:43 pm
Sorry but I think the yellow springs clash......... :signLOL:
Really :scared:
Should get them done in blue (same as car)
Paranoid now!
Think I'm going to leave them as I'm beginning to think I have mild OCD...... :wink:
Post by: Andy on July 31, 2014, 08:31:25 pm
Post by: MattR32T on July 31, 2014, 09:24:11 pm
wow bloody excellent Matt :notworthy:
appreciating the kind words Andy :happy2:
Post by: Fluff237 on August 02, 2014, 08:08:05 am
It will be worth the wait
Post by: MC71 on August 02, 2014, 08:24:10 am
Your attention to detail fella is bordering on the insane, absolutely amazing. Every so often someone/something comes along and blows everything else out the water.
Post by: Frenzy on August 02, 2014, 10:35:13 am
Well done so far Matt and all the best with the rest of the build. I'll be sure to drop in to see how it is going. :congrats:
Post by: Sladen172 on August 02, 2014, 12:18:22 pm
Post by: MattR32T on August 02, 2014, 03:27:56 pm
Read the thread right from the beginning...phew...but what a car.....excellent colour
It will be worth the wait
:congrats:
Your attention to detail fella is bordering on the insane, absolutely amazing. Every so often someone/something comes along and blows everything else out the water.
Just been through all 22 pages - AMAZING! :drinking:
Well done so far Matt and all the best with the rest of the build. I'll be sure to drop in to see how it is going. :congrats:
Really impressive work here! :smiley:
Honestly didn't think this car/ build would cause so much commotion. I'm just building a car for myself to go places in at weekends visiting friends, a fair few track days and some shows and meets but not show & shine etc just for mingling and meeting like minded peeps. Europe is a place I'd like to take it often too.
I've put the extra effort in as the engine builders spec and promises blew my mind and I felt I'd better give them a car worthy of it. I'm hoping they deliver but of course I'm full of concerns as the car means more now as the time has gone by and it's taken longer due to life's complications.
I have another issue at the moment with wheel fitment but still waiting for the rear brakes and to find out what issues these bring before I can rectify it as will need to change the wheels :surprised:
I'm a builder by trade and have very little previous experience with stuff like this.
Majority of the build has been highly enjoyable and I've taken on as much as I can. The most disappointing / frustrating part is handing over large amounts of money to the so called experts and not receiving a very good service or the help needed to speed things along and finish this project. That said on the upside I'm learning more and more by way of having too and learning who and what to use on my next projects.
Really appreciate all the interest and kind words and it keeps me determined to finish this car for sure
Matt :drinking:
Post by: Andy on August 02, 2014, 09:22:44 pm
Post by: rich83 on August 03, 2014, 10:50:06 am
Post by: Nil538 on August 03, 2014, 11:55:13 am
Post by: MattR32T on August 03, 2014, 11:27:47 pm
Who suppplied the front brakes Matt? What clearance issues if any did you have to clear them
Dave B hooked me up with them. I have no issues with clearing the brakes although I had to alter the connection pipe to clear the wheel. I had these wheels ET38 with 25 mm spacers on when the arches was built and extended 40mm. Since the TT hub carriers, TT hubs with RS3 bearings and TT wishbones have been put on I've gained 50 mm leaving 25mm of poke.
I can lose 10mm with losing the RS3 bearing and maybe I can pull the top back a bit with adjustable top mounts.
Just waiting for the rear setup so I can tackle it all with maybe just the front wheels to change ET
Dave has certainly sorted me out with some very special parts though and this is what happens when modifying a car to this level. As said if it was easy everyone would be doing it :wink:
Those brake brackets are enormous! :signLOL:
The brakes are quite big :stupid:
That look spot on mate a lot of work
Cheers mate.... Yep a fair bit I guess :smiley:
Post by: MattR32T on August 12, 2014, 01:03:18 am
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Post by: Jaywoo-GTI on August 13, 2014, 11:09:40 am
Attention to detail on this is amazing
Post by: MattR32T on August 14, 2014, 07:01:22 pm
Love the front splitter was that done at the same place that did your bumpers?
Attention to detail on this is amazing
Its a DIY job. We wanted to do the bumpers ourselves but lacked the space. I now have a fair sized unit which allows me more freedom to mess about in. It should be nice and different once finished with its purpose to protect the bumper a bit and hold the no. plate.
Thankyou..... I think I have mild OCD!
Post by: CarlW on August 14, 2014, 08:00:56 pm
Post by: MattR32T on August 15, 2014, 02:26:42 am
Can't believe i've been on this forum for easily a year now and still never seen this thread! :surprised: I applaud you for the amazing attention to detail on every piece of the car, even underneath the car. Fantastic work.. 11/10 for me :smiley: :happy2: i will definitely be keeping an eye on this to see the final result once everything is finished. You are certainly going to have some fun in that. Meanwhile i'm happy and looking forward to getting home and be reunited with my bog standard GTI after two months hahaa. Can't imagine how you feel :jumpmove:
Thanks Carl....appreciate the comment. I'm excited to have the keys in my hand for sure.
ATM I'm excited to just have the rear brakes so I can remove the car from my ramp. Maybe next week :surprised:
Post by: G4SYU on August 21, 2014, 04:07:34 pm
sick build
Post by: MattR32T on September 01, 2014, 10:16:19 pm
A few more pics
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on September 01, 2014, 10:38:01 pm
Twin caliper rears :party:
Post by: liver on September 02, 2014, 08:38:24 am
awesome work
Post by: MattR32T on September 03, 2014, 02:10:20 am
Twin caliper rears :party:
Got to be done!
crazy rebuild
awesome work
Cheers :happy2:
Post by: dansmith180 on September 03, 2014, 08:15:55 am
Post by: Biano44 on September 03, 2014, 08:26:30 am
Every time I come on here this is the thread I'm looking for......I love it.
Post by: MattR32T on September 03, 2014, 07:51:53 pm
This thing looks incredible mate, amazing work :notworthy: is this going to be ready for any shows this year? Need to see this beast in person. Good luck with the rest of the build :happy2:
I'm hoping to have it ready at some point this year and get it out on some shakedown runs but have never planned for showing it. Although I honestly never planned for this kind of response. If its ready I'll be there joining in the fun and shenanigans. Thanks for the kind comments btw :happy2:
^^^^^^What he said^^^^^^^
Every time I come on here this is the thread I'm looking for......I love it.
Really Appreciate it :smiley:
Expecting 2 parcels tommorrow courtesy of a certain Mr David Brown & Vagbremtechnic.
Typical with this build though I've noticed on FB my mate who's supposedly altering my bumper has decided he needs a vacation........ :fighting:
Post by: Action jackson on September 03, 2014, 10:38:34 pm
I remember offering to buy it when I was back from Qatar like 2 years ago. What's changed.
Post by: MattR32T on September 04, 2014, 11:23:39 am
I thought this car had already been built, how come you've stripped it back down
I remember offering to buy it when I was back from Qatar like 2 years ago. What's changed.
It was close to being finished but a house move and new business premises both needing renovation became the priority.
I have only stripped the undercarriage which was on the list of to dos and the front bumpers gone off for some alterations.
It means you've had more time to save as " I only deal in cash " :signLOL:
Post by: Gti_Mad on September 04, 2014, 04:53:01 pm
Post by: MattR32T on September 04, 2014, 06:12:05 pm
hi matt what turbo setup/ kit are u goin 2 be using on this??
Storm Developments are / have built the engine from the crank up. Fully forged internals, KMS management, Clutchmasters and all built around a Garret Gt of some kind. More info in next month or so as things change daily with this build :grin:
Currently at my unit frantically trying to complete a customers job as I have 2 rather large car related parcels to open
Post by: Shoduchi on September 04, 2014, 06:12:57 pm
When is the next episode? :notworthy:
Post by: MattR32T on September 05, 2014, 07:01:51 pm
Just read the whole project! Quite easy to get hooked up! Now I need MOAR! :signLOL:
When is the next episode? :notworthy:
Thankyou..... I'm sure some MOAR pics will emerge on here over the weekend :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on September 13, 2014, 01:24:04 am
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Post by: mandeep_vw on September 13, 2014, 09:15:09 am
Post by: Shoduchi on September 13, 2014, 10:21:35 am
Post by: 2fast4you on September 13, 2014, 10:26:12 am
Post by: rich83 on September 13, 2014, 11:37:03 am
Post by: Andy on September 13, 2014, 08:33:53 pm
Post by: MattR32T on September 14, 2014, 12:28:01 am
awesome work!
Thankyou
Hard to come up with words to describe the new update. :drool:
Cheers
When I see your project I get the desire to continue with mine...haven't put a screw on it for 8 months :stupid:
Need to sort it out mate and bet back on it.....Be well worth it in the end. Thought we had an agreement to battle through together :drinking:
:party:
:happy2:
just when i think this build thread cant get better and you top it again :notworthy:
All in a days work :grin:
Post by: 2fast4you on September 14, 2014, 07:27:47 am
When I see your project I get the desire to continue with mine...haven't put a screw on it for 8 months :stupid:
Need to sort it out mate and bet back on it.....Be well worth it in the end. Thought we had an agreement to battle through together :drinking:
We did...but i hit some really big rocks on the way, and had to make a stop to fix everything (fix my self). As soon as I'm fixed I will continue...I promise :drinking:
Post by: MattR32T on September 15, 2014, 11:15:25 pm
Just needs a good clean all over
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Post by: GTI-Ross on September 16, 2014, 03:53:06 pm
This is something else. I hope you dont need any boot space :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Post by: Biano44 on September 16, 2014, 08:15:39 pm
Post by: Scottymon on September 16, 2014, 08:17:54 pm
Sure, there's some things I'd change already, but it's minimal, what a machine.
Can't wait to see this 100% and rolling. :happy2:
Post by: Slicker on September 16, 2014, 09:10:50 pm
Post by: MattR32T on September 17, 2014, 12:41:48 am
Oh my.....
This is something else. I hope you dont need any boot space :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Cheers.... Only for a nice JL sub :grin: if I need anymore its removable in less than 5 minutes :happy2:
:love:
:drinking:
You've done an amazing job.
Sure, there's some things I'd change already, but it's minimal, what a machine.
Can't wait to see this 100% and rolling. :happy2:
Appreciate it :smiley: Out of curiosity what would be the changes!
Don't worry I won't use your ideas as I'm more than happy with my own :laugh:
Car porn :love:
:innocent:
Post by: Biano44 on September 23, 2014, 08:48:59 am
Post by: chris-182 on September 23, 2014, 08:52:41 am
Post by: Shoduchi on September 23, 2014, 12:29:09 pm
Come on......It's been 6 days already!!! :popcornsoda:
x2 :signLOL:
Post by: MattR32T on September 24, 2014, 12:27:20 am
Test driving it in the winter will be a challenge!! But one I'd willingly undertake!!
Post by: MattR32T on September 28, 2014, 02:55:33 am
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Post by: Shoduchi on September 29, 2014, 11:06:58 am
I'm curious about the final look of the front grill. For now it seems it will be aggressive. :notworthy:
Post by: MattR32T on October 02, 2014, 10:57:18 pm
Those brakes are so beautiful! :drool:
I'm curious about the final look of the front grill. For now it seems it will be aggressive. :notworthy:
And they will perform as good as they look :smiley:
Angry more than aggressive with a bit of a frown to it I guess. The engine will be quite nasty too compliment the look :evilgrin:
I've added the slat, to hopefully make it look more R32 but still be unique. Until it's painted and fitted and the car lowered too correct height, cooler fitted etc its hard too picture it but I'm hoping it works!!
Post by: Biano44 on October 10, 2014, 08:14:49 am
Post by: MattR32T on October 20, 2014, 09:12:39 pm
Should be an early Xmas present
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Post by: Andy on October 20, 2014, 09:32:24 pm
Post by: MattR32T on October 20, 2014, 10:57:05 pm
Good to see it up and running Matt but be interesting to see what storm do with it
Not up and running yet Andy... Hence being on the flat bed and arriving at Storms.
They've built a fully forged turbo engine which their installing :happy2:
Post by: MKV_Sean on October 22, 2014, 12:33:20 pm
enjoy Sent from my iPhone when I should be working!
Post by: MattR32T on October 27, 2014, 09:02:02 pm
This build is just amazing!! The attention to detail is just something else, I'm pretty excited to see how this bad boy will turn out
Sent from my iPhone when I should be working!
Well Thankyou for the kind words
Post by: M13 TEV on October 29, 2014, 01:37:40 am
Post by: hum3 on October 29, 2014, 01:43:41 am
Post by: gticc on October 29, 2014, 09:36:04 pm
Post by: Shoduchi on October 31, 2014, 06:10:42 pm
Post by: MattR32T on November 06, 2014, 03:12:53 pm
This build is quality! keep it up pal
Thanks!! I will ....
Epic build
Cheers!!
This looks brilliant! Love a turbo'd 32
Thankyou!!
Can you show us more pics of the build evolution? :party:
I think I've shown you everything. What else would you like too see. :happy2:
Post by: Shoduchi on November 06, 2014, 03:36:11 pm
Should be a monster machine. :scared: :laugh:
Post by: Shoduchi on November 06, 2014, 03:40:42 pm
Post by: MattR32T on November 06, 2014, 04:04:40 pm
I was hoping to see more pics of the last bits being installed on the front end and rear end. Then a final showcase of the end result and if possible a video of you doing some laps. :drool:
Should be a monster machine. :scared: :laugh:
I will update when I can but have always promised that the exact engine specs and internal and hardware pics I'd keep to myself. Years of development and learning have brought them too my build. We're still changing things as we speak as we continue too look for more. I visited them at the weekend too see the new turbo and plenum were be using and their test fitting the engine this week.
Originally we was running KMS management and standalone 4wd controls but we have a company with F1 & WRC experience developing a complete ECU too run the whole car with capabilities of selectable maps and all gauges showing up on the HUD. Also enabling the running of race fuel and W/M injection with ease. The standard ECU was only ever designed for NA so mapping etc has always been difficult. We're looking for a 10 second car with reliability so have a few things too figure but have been promised a January shake down !!
And a dyno run too. :wink:
Will be happening behind closed doors but I'm sure a camera may be slipped in there :happy2:
Post by: Shoduchi on November 06, 2014, 04:55:52 pm
Post by: MattR32T on November 06, 2014, 05:27:03 pm
Thanks for sharing your project. It's really impressive! :drinking:
Your more than Welcome... It's the kind words from fellow car people which help you realise your doing the right thing and help you ignore the bank managers advice :laugh:
Post by: Andy on November 06, 2014, 06:32:41 pm
Post by: MattR32T on November 21, 2014, 11:54:55 pm
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Post by: K9 on November 22, 2014, 01:59:17 pm
Post by: TimmyH92 on November 23, 2014, 11:35:04 am
Post by: MattR32T on November 24, 2014, 11:32:44 pm
i love to follow your bulit :happy2:
Appreciate it :happy2:
Doesn't get much better than this! :evilgrin:
Oh it does :wink:
Post by: MattR32T on November 24, 2014, 11:55:05 pm
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Post by: SimonK24 on November 27, 2014, 01:33:41 pm
Post by: MattR32T on November 29, 2014, 12:47:58 pm
Mega build! Love it!
Thankyou!!!
Post by: Wolf Burger on December 01, 2014, 07:53:01 pm
I hope you are building this for me on behalf of my wife as a Christmas present.
(It's socks again isn't it?)
Post by: MattR32T on December 01, 2014, 11:40:43 pm
Automotive Artwork.
I hope you are building this for me on behalf of my wife as a Christmas present.
(It's socks again isn't it?)
Quality :grin: Appreciate your words....
Post by: MattR32T on December 01, 2014, 11:52:58 pm
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Post by: dansmith180 on December 02, 2014, 09:54:36 pm
Post by: MattR32T on December 03, 2014, 12:43:35 am
What car did you get to ease the wait?
It's just a little project we threw together and it's just a car too replace my Mk3 GTI I've abused. It's just to put my dog in and to do the shopping etc but too say its a lot of fun is a huge understatement..... The looks on other drivers faces with this sleeper is epic.. It's pretty rapid but no where near the league of the golf!!! :wink:
My 2013 RM-Z450 has helped pass the time this year though but the Corsas just another nice little toy to add to the collection.
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Post by: dansmith180 on December 03, 2014, 08:18:49 am
Post by: Shoduchi on December 04, 2014, 12:57:28 pm
How many BHP does the Corsa have?
Post by: MattR32T on December 04, 2014, 02:31:28 pm
Sleepers are the best, before I bought the MK5 GTI I was very close to putting the 1.8t BAM engine in a Skoda Fabia. It would have been amazing fun but since I only have the one car it would have been impractical.
Its good fun and although I've updated the brakes their not good enough. I have the rear disc set up from an Astra too put on which may help!
Loving the pics of your new engine. :drool:
How many BHP does the Corsa have?
Yes the golfs coming along now and it's more progressed than pics show.... The Silver Shed has a measly 160hp at the front wheels which is just right for shopping and going dog walking :smiley:
Post by: Dave7692 on December 04, 2014, 02:47:55 pm
Post by: MattR32T on December 10, 2014, 12:50:28 am
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Post by: th3_f15t on December 10, 2014, 07:40:22 am
Post by: Shoduchi on December 10, 2014, 10:37:30 am
Post by: MattR32T on December 11, 2014, 12:32:16 am
Engine is now built and has a gearbox fitted too it also... Wiring loom was being cleaned up and altered as necessary and the final ancillaries prepped. A few bits sent off for polishing and the new fire wall covering being made. Engine mounts are going in and the engine will be installed next week
Progression is moving at a rapid pace and it was unbelievable too hear of the interest in my car from people calling in and others phoning them up too find information out information on my car!!!!
Anyway some pics
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Post by: dansmith180 on December 11, 2014, 09:02:13 am
Post by: MattR32T on December 11, 2014, 09:54:36 pm
This is porn, I shotgun first passenger ride :love:
Cheers dude... Well I'll be testing it at Bruntingthorpe in January and you can join the que!! :happy2:
Post by: DamoP on December 13, 2014, 08:51:29 am
Post by: MattR32T on December 14, 2014, 08:55:39 pm
been watching the progress on the storm FB page. bet you cant wait to get it in the road
I've been this patient so a few more weeks is no real biggie :laugh:
When I was at Storms last week I found myself just staring at this car and it's just so surreal the fact I'm lucky enough too own it.... I wouldn't be surprised if a few tears may appear when it fires up in early Jan as it's been quite a journey.... But a worth while one so all good :happy2:
I'm expecting it back now in mid Jan with smaller injectors and a tame map just so we can run the engine in properly and then back too have this changed and put on the rollers too crank it up. Testing day has now been moved too February which suits me better with more time too adjust too the car!!
Post by: Andy on December 16, 2014, 12:47:19 pm
Post by: MattR32T on December 17, 2014, 04:29:25 pm
coming along now Matt--some excellent work by storm
Oh so close now Andy... Total trust in the guys there :happy2:
Post by: MattR32T on December 19, 2014, 06:12:27 pm
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Post by: Shoduchi on December 19, 2014, 06:28:30 pm
:pomppomp: :notworthy: :pomppomp:
Post by: MattR32T on December 30, 2014, 11:24:07 pm
Definitely couldn't of fitted a bigger turbo as still got the heat shield to fit yet!!
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Actually a bit more room than this as the rear mount isn't fixed as the subframes out too fit the Downpipes but it's still tight ;)
This is its last spot of which it's been rolled too.... From here it will be driven
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Have a good New Year and may see a few of you in 2015!!!
Post by: dom069 on January 04, 2015, 10:50:15 am
Post by: cupra.al on January 05, 2015, 05:08:01 pm
that engine looks well clean inside.
Post by: MattR32T on January 09, 2015, 03:24:31 pm
Can't wait to see some videos of this driving :love:
I'm looking forward too driving it .....
is that a standard colour?
that engine looks well clean inside.
No it's not standard.... And yes it was built under controlled conditions
Now we have been given a lead time for the new revised version of the ECU we've been able too pencil in a date for first fire up.
Post by: MattR32T on January 31, 2015, 09:19:06 pm
Saw the car Friday and saw the progress!! So nearly there now and now its just the last few bits. They done well and managed too keep full use of the AC which is a nice touch. Exhaust was just being finished in mockup and was being delivered today for final Tig work. Inter cooler to go in next week and the final small list too work through before its time too awaken it.........
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Post by: Hurdy on February 01, 2015, 10:25:59 am
Post by: Neilgti on February 01, 2015, 11:42:34 am
Post by: Andy on February 01, 2015, 03:01:31 pm
Post by: StuF on February 01, 2015, 03:04:04 pm
Post by: Orc on February 01, 2015, 07:44:32 pm
Post by: MattR32T on February 03, 2015, 03:44:18 am
That ain't gonna be a quiet exhaust Matt!! :scared: :laugh:
No point in messing about now John!! It's not a daily plus the rest of the cars pretty angry.... Appreciate you commenting, at last lol. Kind of makes my thread Feel like it has some credibility
Post by: Shoduchi on February 03, 2015, 12:18:35 pm
Can't wait to have the chance to see it running down a track. :drool:
Post by: MattR32T on February 09, 2015, 01:27:52 am
Some phone pics from Friday's visit when I spent the afternoon chipping in with mounting the FMIC and mocking up pipe work and making the final half page list!!
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Post by: MK5 ED 30 on February 11, 2015, 12:37:37 pm
Post by: Cossie Killer on February 11, 2015, 12:49:29 pm
Post by: Pirelli Paul on February 11, 2015, 01:15:39 pm
Post by: MattR32T on February 11, 2015, 10:27:48 pm
Good news its list none of the V6 sound and if anything sounds like a Pro Street V8!!!
Post by: Biano44 on February 11, 2015, 11:34:20 pm
OMG......I'm silly excited for you!
Post by: MattR32T on February 15, 2015, 08:21:45 pm
Thursday we set the gear selectors up, configured steering rack and done the wheel alignment. I then got too do a few laps just too check steering, brakes and the general mechanicals and electrics. After a few runs the car was MOTed and obviously passed. A few more runs was done with the last couple too get the car boosting and check the gear changes all of which was fine. The car was left for 2 hours on tick over just too check levels and the fans etc are kicking in.
Friday was started with running the laptop link up cables through the bulk head and under the dash and the final touches too the engine bay and then we filled it with a full tank of V Power and tied it down on the rolling road with multiple straps. We started at 11.30 running the car with 0.4 bar of boost and set the cams up as aggressively as possible to counter the lag and produce the low down power and after an hour we concentrated on the fuelling and upping the boost. We added the boost controller in and done the last 2 runs with race plugs, 1 bar of boost and the small injectors for now. We ran the car constantly on the rollers the 4 and a half hours with no issues apart from having too drop the tyre pressure too 20 psi half way through as we had wheel spin but the car never missed a beat.
At 4 we put the car on the ramp and checked for leaks and re bled the clutch and then I done a few more laps too experience the new power. I included a hardish 1st to 2nd launch and allthough the roads was wet the traction control handled it self and the car still has its refinement and has not lost its drive ability. The last 2 runs we decided too see what power were making and the figures are 504 whp and 520 lb ft torque with the bigger injectors to go in and the boost increased which is capable of 1.5 bar after the 1000 mile run in is complete
I'll try and upload vids later this week
Post by: Shoduchi on February 15, 2015, 09:10:01 pm
The beast is awakening! :notworthy:
Post by: dansmith180 on February 15, 2015, 09:16:51 pm
Post by: Biano44 on February 15, 2015, 09:24:01 pm
:rolleye:
Post by: TaylorGTi on February 15, 2015, 11:43:23 pm
Post by: MattR32T on February 26, 2015, 02:57:01 pm
Post by: KieranED30 on February 26, 2015, 03:07:57 pm
Post by: MattR32T on February 26, 2015, 03:41:32 pm
Post by: TaylorGTi on February 26, 2015, 05:24:36 pm
Post by: th3_f15t on February 26, 2015, 05:28:06 pm
Post by: Shoduchi on February 26, 2015, 11:07:42 pm
Post by: MR02LOW on February 27, 2015, 07:50:42 am
Cant wait for more.
chop chop..
Post by: MattR32T on February 27, 2015, 01:23:20 pm
Post by: MattR32T on February 27, 2015, 01:57:20 pm
Post by: Biano44 on April 02, 2015, 08:29:44 am
Post by: cupra.al on April 07, 2015, 06:22:38 pm
I bet this sounds great when driving it.
Post by: Gti_Mad on July 04, 2015, 06:53:24 pm
Post by: Shoduchi on October 10, 2016, 03:45:50 pm
Post by: DANBOY66 on October 10, 2016, 05:24:56 pm
i mentioned i had read about his car on hear
he was having clutch issues but that car looks and sounds fantastic he just needs to iron out a few problems then that cars going to be insane :happy2:
Post by: Shoduchi on October 10, 2016, 05:31:14 pm
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