Just curious, how efficient is a FMIC set up like this where the inlet, outlet and more than 1/2 the surface area of the cooler are behind the front bar??
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Started by Grant, Oct 07 2010 12:05 PM
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Posted 29 October 2010 - 10:31 AM
Just curious, how efficient is a FMIC set up like this where the inlet, outlet and more than 1/2 the surface area of the cooler are behind the front bar??
Well, it does alot better job and has alot more flow than the old WAIC system. So as long as it did a better job than the old system I was happy, I didn't want to mutilate the front bar just for the sake of a bit more cooler air.
This look doesn't exactly look good or scream "no officer, it's legal I swear":
I'd say only 1/3 of the cooler is covered by the front bar, there is a gap in the black/chrome strip that allows for cool air to reach the surface area in between the inlet and outlet of the cooler.
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Posted 29 October 2010 - 12:14 PM
Fair enough, was wondering cos if it's not much difference in efficiency it seems ALOT easier (and looks neater) to do as you have.Well, it does alot better job and has alot more flow than the old WAIC system. So as long as it did a better job than the old system I was happy, I didn't want to mutilate the front bar just for the sake of a bit more cooler air.
Lol, look at those rims! that dude has more serious problems going on than the cops.This look doesn't exactly look good or scream "no officer, it's legal I swear":
I'd say only 1/3 of the cooler is covered by the front bar, there is a gap in the black/chrome strip that allows for cool air to reach the surface area in between the inlet and outlet of the cooler.
Hadn't noticed the gap above the number plate, would get a fair bit of air thru there.
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Posted 31 October 2010 - 12:41 PM
Lol, look at those rims! that dude has more serious problems going on than the cops.
It's for sale at the moment, I found it on ebay, you should totally buy it
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Posted 31 October 2010 - 09:04 PM
Nice RS, looking forward to seeing it at the next meet if you are there.
BTW, interesting in parting with your old WAIC ?? I need a kit for a project, PM me please if interested with a $$$ amount.
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Paul
BTW, interesting in parting with your old WAIC ?? I need a kit for a project, PM me please if interested with a $$$ amount.
Regards
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Posted 31 October 2010 - 09:51 PM
Told ya GrantBTW, interesting in parting with your old WAIC ?? I need a kit for a project, PM me please if interested with a $$$ amount.
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Posted 31 October 2010 - 10:10 PM
you mean easier to install? it would have been a million times easier to just cut his front bar apart like that black legacy.Fair enough, was wondering cos if it's not much difference in efficiency it seems ALOT easier (and looks neater) to do as you have.
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Posted 01 November 2010 - 08:46 AM
you mean easier to install? it would have been a million times easier to just cut his front bar apart like that black legacy.
Yeah but it would've looked like arse Mark, and as if Nick would do a dodgy job on it
PMed you Paul re WAIC.
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Posted 01 November 2010 - 09:55 AM
Was the pipework I was talking bout ya tool.you mean easier to install? it would have been a million times easier to just cut his front bar apart like that black legacy.
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Posted 01 November 2010 - 09:59 AM
And done properly to like this:
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Posted 30 January 2011 - 05:28 PM
A better shot of the outside:
One of the interior:
And a few showing the intercooler piping painted black, and stock airbox put back in with a different intake pipe, also painted black. Slowly getting stealthier
, got a few more things to tidy up and paint and I'll be happy with the engine bay.
Was also having issues boosting anywhere past about 11psi before ignition started to break down. With Mark's help, the spark plugs were found to be the culprit as they weren't gapped correctly (1.1mm instead of 0.8mm)...so she's now boosting happily to 1 bar
I'll add a one way valve soon and wind it up to about 16psi for super happy fun times!
Cheers, Grant
One of the interior:
And a few showing the intercooler piping painted black, and stock airbox put back in with a different intake pipe, also painted black. Slowly getting stealthier
, got a few more things to tidy up and paint and I'll be happy with the engine bay.Was also having issues boosting anywhere past about 11psi before ignition started to break down. With Mark's help, the spark plugs were found to be the culprit as they weren't gapped correctly (1.1mm instead of 0.8mm)...so she's now boosting happily to 1 bar
I'll add a one way valve soon and wind it up to about 16psi for super happy fun times!
Cheers, Grant
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Posted 30 January 2011 - 05:32 PM
she's looking good mate.
I should just convert to single, right?As soon as she hands it to you, slowly take of your pants, then, while staring her straight in the eyes rub it against the tip of you penis, while continuing your painfully intense gaze whisper to her;
"My eye is watering, this might be a bit hot"
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Posted 30 January 2011 - 05:34 PM
Hey mate,
Always been a fan of the RS. Wicked clean example you've got there.
Some nice 20% window tint would finish off the look of the car.
Let me know if you wanna get it done, always do good prices for SC members.
Cheers,
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Always been a fan of the RS. Wicked clean example you've got there.
Some nice 20% window tint would finish off the look of the car.
Let me know if you wanna get it done, always do good prices for SC members.
Cheers,
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Posted 30 January 2011 - 05:39 PM
Thanks dudes 
A new tint is on the list Shazza, might have to take you up on that offer in the future after I save up some cash!
A new tint is on the list Shazza, might have to take you up on that offer in the future after I save up some cash!
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Posted 30 January 2011 - 05:45 PM
looks great grant! so your bringing that to hooters next week?
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Posted 30 January 2011 - 05:45 PM
Thanks dudes
A new tint is on the list Shazza, might have to take you up on that offer in the future after I save up some cash!
No worries mate,
Let me know. You'll be amazed at how much better it will look.
Cheers,
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Posted 30 January 2011 - 06:10 PM
looks great grant! so your bringing that to hooters next week?
Unless anything drastic comes up, yes
No worries mate,
Let me know. You'll be amazed at how much better it will look.
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Anything will look better than the crappy faded purple shite on there now!
Might be a while before I'll get it done though, I'm saving for the NZ ski season.
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Posted 30 January 2011 - 06:53 PM
That engine bay looks smooth
One of the tidiest interiors i've seen for how old they are.
One of the tidiest interiors i've seen for how old they are.
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Posted 30 January 2011 - 07:28 PM
What fmic?
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Posted 30 January 2011 - 07:55 PM
Airbox and FMIC.
I rikey. AND ABS.
I think this is a work of art, I didn't think running ABS + airbox + front mount was possible, but I now know it is!
I rikey. AND ABS.
I think this is a work of art, I didn't think running ABS + airbox + front mount was possible, but I now know it is!
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