JamieP Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 I saw your car Sunday (StuartW pointed it out to me) but unfortunately missed saying hello to you Phill, Nice stealthy car:cool: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 Nice to see it's all come together so well, a labour of love. 8750 is a lot of revs, don't run a bearing Phil!! Revs are addictive though, 10,250 RPM sounds nice, even from a little 1600cc 4 pot Toyota Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminator Posted October 6, 2009 Author Share Posted October 6, 2009 It was always my intention, that visually the car would stay the same, virtually stock except the OEM skirts and flares and the small front lip from Paul Whiffin. The 4" exhaust exit and the 295 rears are the only give away, until you hear it. I drew a line under using my stock UK wheels, as the rear tires could not cope with the torque. Judging by the comments and lack of interest in the car at POD (except when the bonnet was open), I achieved what I set out to do. It looks plain ordinary. High revs are addictive as is the sound that goes with them. It was built for the revs so hopefully will last. It has covered over 5000 miles since the build and it hits peak revs every time I take it out. I never use boost until the oil reaches 90 degrees. Pushing it hard sees oil temps of 110 degrees but never any higher, so still within the shear temperature of the oil. Water temps stay pretty much the same, thanks to the good ducting and the stock fan and shroud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobSheffield Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 Coul i ask you to email me the videos Phil? Cant seem to see them on here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminator Posted October 6, 2009 Author Share Posted October 6, 2009 Sure thing Rob just pm me your email address. It is time I did some new ones;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobSheffield Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 You have PM Yes, more videos would be super Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminator Posted October 10, 2009 Author Share Posted October 10, 2009 (edited) Fitted this triple gauge pod to hold some of the most important gauges. No longer available AFAIK. It still gives access to both the top glove box and air vent controls. Note the 60mm collar for the 52mm AEM AFR gauge. Edited March 11, 2010 by Terminator (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraHuman Posted March 30, 2010 Share Posted March 30, 2010 Wow, just read the whole thing and missed Time Team Brilliant write up Phil, that's a monster for sure. Thanks for helping me out and introduce me to Martin.Can't wait for him to sort my car out. I hope I'll see you next time I come up bud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted March 30, 2010 Share Posted March 30, 2010 A very thoughtful and tasteful build, I like it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk Posted March 30, 2010 Share Posted March 30, 2010 Well seeming this thread has been bumped i thought id share this Collin runs considerably high compression on his built 3 litre but as you would expect he can only run race fuel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminator Posted March 30, 2010 Author Share Posted March 30, 2010 A very thoughtful and tasteful build, I like it Thanks Chris and SupraHuman. It took a while to get there, I wanted it to look tasteful at least, when you hear it opinions change:eyebrows:. The thing it lacks is Chris Wilson suspension, but that is on list. SupraHuman I have that 900bhp 3800 stall for your box. I have not taken the car out yet this year. I am doing all the fluid changes and checking belts etc, emptying the fuel tank and putting in fresh juice to ensure Octane is as high as possible and putting on new boots before it hits the street. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminator Posted March 30, 2010 Author Share Posted March 30, 2010 Collin runs considerably high compression on his built 3 litre but as you would expect he can only run race fuel. What RPM does he run? Bay looks similar to mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk Posted March 30, 2010 Share Posted March 30, 2010 Revs to 9500 but has done 10k before Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest niteryder Posted March 30, 2010 Share Posted March 30, 2010 Well seeming this thread has been bumped i thought id share this Collin runs considerably high compression on his built 3 litre but as you would expect he can only run race fuel. Hmmmmmm now I'm tempted to Turbo or Supercharge my Corvette so I can play with daddy ha ha Revs to 9500 but has done 10k before Was going to say that sounded very very familier. All Supras should be high reving. It sounds....... how can I put this............ BETTER!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminator Posted March 30, 2010 Author Share Posted March 30, 2010 (edited) 10000 rpm, that makes my 8750 appear a bit low. I only know of one other car running higher than that 10000 rpm car, @11000, the car must sound ...... how can I put it...... EVEN BETTER;) Edited March 30, 2010 by Terminator Being stupid (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminator Posted March 30, 2010 Author Share Posted March 30, 2010 Hmmmmmm now I'm tempted to Turbo or Supercharge my Corvette so I can play with daddy ha ha .......................... Sounds like a plan for a video:d Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminator Posted April 29, 2010 Author Share Posted April 29, 2010 I have decided to sell my RLTC and AEM ECU and supporting electronics. Looking for a change of engine management and bigger BHP, not sure how far I will go but want to test the motor's potential. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 Nice one Phil Different turbo as well? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest niteryder Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 think the turbo has a bit more to give I am pushing him to take the car as far as he can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 I am pushing him to take the car as far as he can. Nice one Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraHuman Posted April 30, 2010 Share Posted April 30, 2010 I have decided to sell my RLTC and AEM ECU and supporting electronics. Looking for a change of engine management and bigger BHP, not sure how far I will go but want to test the motor's potential. Power is addictive isnt it Phil? Link G4 Extreme perhaps??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminator Posted April 30, 2010 Author Share Posted April 30, 2010 Power is addictive isnt it Phil? Absolutely, I enjoy the buzz of a new power level, but rather than have one big hit, I enjoy a stepped approach, getting to the biggest hit in stages. As a power level starts to feel comfortable, its time to plan for the next level, feeding the addiction. As for management I am 90% decided, but I am very interested to see how your car develops power. It was seeing your car in bits with all the parcels of parts sitting there ready to go, that made the adrenaline start. There was a real sense of excitement in the workshop. Seeing it in the flesh and hearing of the potential it has was too much, the addiction took over again. I have a special interest in your car, as you are going in the direction I originally planned, using a TH400. I can't wait to hear your car fire up. If it is OK with you and Martin, I will take my new HD camera up to the workshop and get some video clips of the event. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MartinBattye Posted April 30, 2010 Share Posted April 30, 2010 forum pressure dictatiing the management choice?? the current ecu is more than capable of running that motor.. iirc it was only tuned to 1.0bar.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminator Posted April 30, 2010 Author Share Posted April 30, 2010 No not really, just seeing SupraHuman's car in bits bought back all the memories and excitement of my build. My car has been on SORN all winter. I am just looking at options still, nothing wrong with the car as it stands, but there is so much potential, I want to get the best out of it. I am in no rush as I know I have great car, but it can be better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest niteryder Posted May 1, 2010 Share Posted May 1, 2010 The car just needs some one to use their magic mapping wand along with some bigger injectors to get the most out of it. The possible change of ecu is only being considered as AEM is now an 'older' technology. Its awesome at the moment, but everyone knows there is so much more to come. I feel its a waste to sit at a power level achievable with 'lesser' parts and costs... I think Phil is thinking along these lines also. Its like buying a £500 shirt and not ironing it..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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