Just thinking about an ECU remap

[Powervalve Nige]

Great results 

Cheers
Nige

[AJP]

Sorted.


Needs a tidy, it's got a couple of little scuffs etc but it'll keep me busy for a bit. Going to try and do as much prep as I can to save on bodyshop labour. Importantly all the mounting holes, brackets, heatshield are intact.

I won't be needing the top half so if anyone needs that give me a shout. It's for cars with parking sensors.

Going to do the diffuser gloss black like I mentioned, although I'm tempted to see what it'd look like with a carbon finish, a mate of mine has just set up doing hydrodipping. Maybe a bit ott... but we'll see!

I really should start a build thread instead of chatting about bumpers in the R-Tech section... haha :-)

[rashg60]

Brilliant - at least you have it now....one step closer to the Powervalve  I bet you're really pleased with that. You'll have to add some pics of your car before and after.

I've also been meaning to start a proper build thread but end up putting things in random sections - oh well.

[AJP]

Yeah although I set out to keep things subtle I've got the bug again and I've changed quite a few things already, so I may just start a build!

The bumper came up a bit cheaper than a lot go for on the forum, so I thought I might as well snap it up while I could, and I'll hopefully get a few quid back if someone buys the top half.

One step closer! Although at this rate I'll end up going Stage 2 just in time for the icy roads over winter! I half want to hold on and see if Nige does another group buy, but in reality I'm not sure if I have the patience..!

[rashg60]

I'm like that - if I have my heart set on something, patience is no longer a virtue!

[rashg60]

How's the bumper coming along AJP?

[AJP]

Didn't see your post mate, sorry!

It's currently split into its three parts (pain in the arse job) and that's as far as I've got - life seems to be getting in the way of car stuff at the minute unfortunately!

Probably going to throw some proper time and effort at it in the new year, things are just a bit hectic for me til then.

How are you finding the Stage 2 after a few weeks with it mate? Managing to get the power down in the dry?

[rashg60]

Oh yes - power delivery much much better in the dry. Really need to invest in a decent set of tyres though, that should help it even more. Other than that really enjoying it, it is such a joy to drive and very quick in every gear regardless.

Good luck with whatever life is throwing at you, I hope it gets resolved quickly, then back to your car!

[AJP]

Oh yes - power delivery much much better in the dry. Really need to invest in a decent set of tyres though, that should help it even more. Other than that really enjoying it, it is such a joy to drive and very quick in every gear regardless.

Good luck with whatever life is throwing at you, I hope it gets resolved quickly, then back to your car!

Cheers pal, it'll all be back on track soon enough.

Have you considered an anti-lift kit? They're supposed to really help with wheel hop and getting the tyres down and gripping. I'll certainly be doing it at some point.

With that, some sticky tyres and then a good geometry setup (try and find somewhere with a Hunter machine) you should be well on your way to clawing back some traction.

[rashg60]

Not really sure what the anti-lift kit is - will have to look into it.

Hopefully tyres should be coming on next month - still deciding on which ones to go for!

[AJP]

Not really sure what the anti-lift kit is - will have to look into it.

Hopefully tyres should be coming on next month - still deciding on which ones to go for!

I can vouch for the Supersports. Not just in handling the torque but they're really good in the bends and still perform well in the wet.

I think the Superpro anti-lift kit (commonly abbreviated to SALK) is the best regarded kit at the minute - have a google and a read up.

[rashg60]

I've finally decided on the Goodyear Eagle F1's - booked in to be fitted on the 12th December. Combining this with the MOT at the same time.

Managed to get all 4 tyres fitted and balanced etc. with the MOT for £355 all in 

[AJP]

I've finally decided on the Goodyear Eagle F1's - booked in to be fitted on the 12th December. Combining this with the MOT at the same time.

Managed to get all 4 tyres fitted and balanced etc. with the MOT for £355 all in 

Good all round tyre. Hopefully get you a bit more traction!

[rashg60]

I'll let you know how I get on.......

[AJP]

Bumper's back from paint ready for the full Powervalve next week..