heckler Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 I got rid of all my polished stuff as I couldn't be bothered to keep polishing it. All I have now is a polised compressor housing and PAS tank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 Nope, I have been told that Toyota developed that matt slightly textured finish on the intake etc to prevent heat build up and it also allowed heat dispersal at a greater rate ? Blimey, i wonder what effect powder coating will have then? I got rid of all my polished stuff as I couldn't be bothered to keep polishing it. All I have now is a polised compressor housing and PAS tank Yup its a pita keeping clean, ill never go the polished route again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverSoop Posted August 6, 2008 Author Share Posted August 6, 2008 Very nice lui bet you cant wait SS - reminds me of the one Colin advertised with his super blinged bay (which made me buy some ) No i cant! You will see an increase in engine bay temps also with a polished bay so be prepared for that, I have a noticable increse now things are polished/chromed, not good for power but fine for a show car Really?? I would agree with Jamie P. What about if i get a vented bonnet, maybe that will help cool things down... Is it just me or does 1200 for a service (cambelt, oil filter and oil change) + polishing the rocker cover and top surface of the inlet manifold (how many other bits can be polished?) seem expensive? Have I missed something Not really when you consider a major service contains cambelt and aux belts, spark plugs, engine oil, brake fluid change... The cambelt change is what adds things up so £600.00 for a service is about the normal going rate... The polishing is also about £600.00 so when you think it's there for 3 days and everything is getting polished, that's not too bad either... That surprises me, id have thought it would have been the other way round. Yeh that's what i would of thought, did you notice that with your engine Jamie?? Always a drawback on anything good Lol... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooquicktostop Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 I asked the question a few weeks ago due to heat soak in my bay, I have added a HKS TypeR intercooler and an air scoop since see RyanG comment on my thread http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=155296&highlight=bling+boys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 I asked the question a few weeks ago due to heat soak in my bay, I have added a HKS TypeR intercooler and an air scoop since see RyanG comment on my thread http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=155296&highlight=bling+boys Hmm tempted to leave mine as is its just it looks manky:( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManwithSupra Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 I disagree, it's insanity to use products like that in the engine bay. Get some Collinite 850 Liquid Metal Wax: http://www.shipshapenorfolkltd.co.uk/proddetail.php?prod=850_2 It's designed for use on boats, protects metal against sea water and general horror, it's cheap, it does the job and it's easy to use, there is absolutely no point at all in using a wax designed for visual impact when products like this exist. The 915 Marque D'Elegance and the 476s Super Double Coat are very good for use on the car generally too, very reasonable prices and excellent, long-lasting, results IMO. I take it this would be fine for protecting the bare polsihed metal on my alloys If so i will get some yay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverSoop Posted August 6, 2008 Author Share Posted August 6, 2008 I asked the question a few weeks ago due to heat soak in my bay, I have added a HKS TypeR intercooler and an air scoop since see RyanG comment on my thread http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=155296&highlight=bling+boys I have an HKS intercooler too but not sure which type it is... Like you did Dean, it maybe an idea to get a vented bonnet or an air scoop... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaz1 Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 Without preaching you realise that it is a serious commitment when you have your engine bay polished. If it is a daily driver you will need to keep it clean every week or it will start to tarnish ! Ask some of the guys with polished bays and they will tell you it is a lot of upkeep. Invest in a good metal polish something like "brilliant" or "alu magic" will do the job of keeping the shine while a wax or sealant on top will keep the salt and grime at bay for a week or so - repeat ad infinitum. Use sponge applicators to apply the polish and a good quality soft mop to remove it none of this old t shirt business. Enjoy wise words. i use brilliant polish and it works well, but no kidding it is a lot of work to keep it clean, more work if you have bonnet vents:( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverSoop Posted August 6, 2008 Author Share Posted August 6, 2008 wise words. i use brilliant polish and it works well, but no kidding it is a lot of work to keep it clean, more work if you have bonnet vents:( Ah thats alright i keep my car clean every week anyway so i'll just clean the engine too... I dont have bonnet vents yet but would it be an idea as the engine will get hot with no rubber insulation anymore, just hot metal?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaz1 Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 You will see an increase in engine bay temps also with a polished bay so be prepared for that, I have a noticable increse now things are polished/chromed, not good for power but fine for a show car disagree dean, i have more bling in my engine bay than a well off chav, mine as always ran very low temps ryan even said he was suprised at the temps while mapping on a rolling road for 2 hours on a sunny day too;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaz1 Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 Ah thats alright i keep my car clean every week anyway so i'll just clean the engine too... I dont have bonnet vents yet but would it be an idea as the engine will get hot with no rubber insulation anymore, just hot metal?? you will need to wipe down after its rained too if you get vents;) i believe vents do work, others think not i think there is a thread on here somewhere on whether they work or not Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverSoop Posted August 6, 2008 Author Share Posted August 6, 2008 you will need to wipe down after its rained too if you get vents;) I know... Do you think though should i leave the bonnet as it is OR get vents to aid the cooling of the engine?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ewen Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 Out of interest, are you planning to have the throttle body polished Shane ? I'm assuming the throttle body needs stripping down to polish it ? I had so much trouble with the two TPS sensors on the throttle body on my car (calibration when refitting) I'd be surprised if this was a simple job all of a sudden...I may be being a big girls blouse, but I'm genuinely interested as to wether this has been done before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaz1 Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 I know... Do you think though should i leave the bonnet as it is OR get vents to aid the cooling of the engine?? what turbo are you running Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverSoop Posted August 6, 2008 Author Share Posted August 6, 2008 Out of interest, are you planning to have the throttle body polished Shane ? I'm assuming the throttle body needs stripping down to polish it ? I had so much trouble with the two TPS sensors on the throttle body on my car (calibration when refitting) I'd be surprised if this was a simple job all of a sudden...I may be being a big girls blouse, but I'm genuinely interested as to wether this has been done before. Im getting everything done Ewen, the Supe is staying at Paul's for 3 days so im assuming Paul is going to strip everything down, polish the engine and put it back together and i'll be £600.00 lighter... As for the calibration of the ETCS and the throttle body, i'll leave that to Paul to sort out when re-assembling lol... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ewen Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 Im getting everything done Ewen, the Supe is staying at Paul's for 3 days so im assuming Paul is going to strip everything down, polish the engine and put it back together and i'll be £600.00 lighter... As for the calibration of the ETCS and the throttle body, i'll leave that to Paul to sort out when re-assembling lol... I mean well, not trying to be negative but since my experience with the TPS issue, I would leave well alone. That said, if it is something that has been done before with no issues, I'd love to know. Dont forget the pics when shes done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverSoop Posted August 6, 2008 Author Share Posted August 6, 2008 I mean well, not trying to be negative but since my experience with the TPS issue, I would leave well alone. That said, if it is something that has been done before with no issues, I'd love to know. Dont forget the pics when shes done I will don't worry... Ive still got to put pics up as i havnt done it yet! So i will take pics of the Supe, the engine before and after its done and try to figure out how to put them onto the forum... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colsoop Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 A few pics of Suprash vvti engine bay with parts fitted (post 13 onwards) http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=94139&highlight=engine+bay And see attached with the parts before fitting: The throttle body is a bit more work than non VVTi as the sensors are all sealed within the plastic shroud. with careful masking and extra care and time you can polish the throttle body without needing to remove the sensors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverSoop Posted August 6, 2008 Author Share Posted August 6, 2008 A few pics of Suprash vvti engine bay with parts fitted (post 13 onwards) http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=94139&highlight=engine+bay And see attached with the parts before fitting: The throttle body is a bit more work than non VVTi as the sensors are all sealed within the plastic shroud. with careful masking and extra care and time you can polish the throttle body without needing to remove the sensors. Lovely job there Colsoop... At least it can be done without mesing with the sensors... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ewen Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 A few pics of Suprash vvti engine bay with parts fitted (post 13 onwards) http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=94139&highlight=engine+bay And see attached with the parts before fitting: The throttle body is a bit more work than non VVTi as the sensors are all sealed within the plastic shroud. with careful masking and extra care and time you can polish the throttle body without needing to remove the sensors. Ah, you dont remove them then....I did wonder. I must admit, the parts do look good polished. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverSoop Posted August 6, 2008 Author Share Posted August 6, 2008 Ah, you dont remove them then....I did wonder. I must admit, the parts do look good polished. That's why im getting the whole engine polished... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz6002 Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 Shane mate... what can I say?? All show and no go!! Which bits specifically do they polish? I assume you don't mean the block is polished... that's my idea of the "whole" engine. Are you buying the shiny bits on an exchange basis? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uk-rich Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 if you want to keep the polished stuff shiney, with out making a rod for your own back chrome it (good luck finding someone who can chrome alu though) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colsoop Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 Shane mate... what can I say?? All show and no go!! Which bits specifically do they polish? I assume you don't mean the block is polished... that's my idea of the "whole" engine. Are you buying the shiny bits on an exchange basis? See my post for what can be polished. if you want to keep the polished stuff shiney, with out making a rod for your own back chrome it (good luck finding someone who can chrome alu though) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bolarbag Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 Its an absolute p.i.t.a to get Cast Aluminium chromed in the UK, they all want a fortune as its such a specialised process(apparently - honestly dont have a clue how its done) There is a guy in the U.S that quoted me around £750 for everything - I got some rad clamps as a tester and their very well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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