Inferno Posted November 5, 2010 Author Share Posted November 5, 2010 Wow, you've really raised the bar for what you can do with a supra, probably the no1 supra in the world. Amazing job/vision/committment/insanity. Thank you ozz, you are too kind to say that! Yes I do get called insane a lot, but when I really want something, I go for it This car is just amazing.... Such attention to detail, that car is probably the best Supra is the world... Wish I could find a Supra half as good as this... Thanks mate, I'm sure you will have your dream car - don't give up on it ! Hi noticed on the SF thread that there were/are two small marks on the passengers door trim by the door pull/armrest - I hope that they were only grease stains and came off. Amazing car and one of a kind. How does it feel now back on home soil? scared to park up? Tee Yes Sir, the car was spotless when it arrived! There were a few times when photos were taken after a certain job had been done and there was a small amount of dirt/dust and I would worry about it... seems kind of silly on reflection! It is an amazing feeling having it back thank you for asking - it is a real blast to drive... the power is instant and it just keeps on coming and coming. The ride is smooth, it has a new car feel, and everything just "works". holy crap! I reckon that must be worth £3k. I have £3k, want to sellit to me Haha hopefully I will enjoy this car for a long time to come! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inferno Posted November 8, 2010 Author Share Posted November 8, 2010 I had the car weighed today... I was extremely interested in finding out how it would compare in terms of weight change from when it was stock. Thanks to the metal widebody (not fibreglass with a massive amount of filler), and the mass of other changes, the increase in weight from the aftermarket turbo setup, bigger wheels, tyres, intercooler, pipework etc etc was somewhat offset. So, The car has gone from 1520kg stock, to 1540kg (with a 20kg margin of error at the weighbridge). I am actually extremely happy with that! ~1.3% increase in weight, ~ 323% increase in power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc_p Posted November 8, 2010 Share Posted November 8, 2010 This is exactly the route I want to go down with mine, try and give it a more modern feel If I end up with something half as nice as this I'll be extremely happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jevansio Posted November 8, 2010 Share Posted November 8, 2010 Great result, good of you to take the time in getting it weighed too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest blueangel Posted November 8, 2010 Share Posted November 8, 2010 gorgeous car dude well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tee from China Posted November 10, 2010 Share Posted November 10, 2010 Hi Dave Glad your enjoying the fruits of your hard work and I have another question(sorry). Its common knowledge that car makers use lots of rubber in drivelines due to the compliance qualities and the need for NVH for Joe Public to keep him happy whereas in a competition car the need for a tight chassis is more important than any noise, vibration or harshness. So as you have solid mountings for the differential,rear subframe and anti roll bar plus those beautiful Ikeya arms which have spherical joints rather than rubber bushes have you notices and noises or vibrations from those said items as you say all is smooth? Or is that because Sydney highways are like mill ponds? Unlike UK roads with poor surfaces and potholes! Still cant get over your massive list of parts but shows that your car is really one-of-a-kind and will probably never be replicated - ever! regards Tee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inferno Posted November 10, 2010 Author Share Posted November 10, 2010 This is exactly the route I want to go down with mine, try and give it a more modern feel If I end up with something half as nice as this I'll be extremely happy. Thanks Marc. I would have to say though that your current Supra is quite special already! Great result, good of you to take the time in getting it weighed too Cheers mate, weight reduction is something I am extremely interested in, so I wanted to do it properly (before and after, using the same weighing facility, having it verified at more than one location etc). gorgeous car dude well done Thank you! I hope everything turns out well with your build too Hi Dave Glad your enjoying the fruits of your hard work and I have another question(sorry). Its common knowledge that car makers use lots of rubber in drivelines due to the compliance qualities and the need for NVH for Joe Public to keep him happy whereas in a competition car the need for a tight chassis is more important than any noise, vibration or harshness. So as you have solid mountings for the differential,rear subframe and anti roll bar plus those beautiful Ikeya arms which have spherical joints rather than rubber bushes have you notices and noises or vibrations from those said items as you say all is smooth? Or is that because Sydney highways are like mill ponds? Unlike UK roads with poor surfaces and potholes! Still cant get over your massive list of parts but shows that your car is really one-of-a-kind and will probably never be replicated - ever! regards Tee Thanks Tee, that is very kind of you to say! In regards to the suspension setup - Sydney roads are absolutely horrible. Full of cracks and bumps, uneven, potholes... you name it. So unless you are driving on a newly surfaced road (or one of the main roads which tend to be looked after a little better) in a 7 series BMW or some such cushioned car, the ride can be quite harsh in any sports car. The great thing though is that with all of the suspension changes in my setup, there are no annoying noises or vibrations, the harshness of the ride is not noticably worse than stock, and everything feels tight. I have attributed this to the fact that I chose all of the parts after doing a LOT of research rather than just getting the "best of the best" for each possible replacement part. I chose them based on their compatibility with one another. I found that the above mentioned problems (noises, vibration, harshness etc) tend to be due to either mismatching of components, inferior quality components or sub-optimal configuration/setup/installation of components. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaijin Posted November 10, 2010 Share Posted November 10, 2010 Strewth mate.Bloody beltin' motor.If ever i get to Sydney to see my cousin;i'll be knocking at you rdoor.Feckin beautiful (i do have a Whifbitz front bumper and my car is black-end of similarities[sAD][/sAD]) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest banjo_quint Posted November 10, 2010 Share Posted November 10, 2010 I'm crying.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inferno Posted November 11, 2010 Author Share Posted November 11, 2010 (edited) I recently took some video footage of the Top Secret Roberuta Cup Kit in action and thought some of you might like to see it in a higher resolution video than previously posted. Here you go! Front: Rear: Edited November 11, 2010 by Inferno (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted November 11, 2010 Share Posted November 11, 2010 Impressive. Can't even begin to comprehend the amount of effort and cost that has gone into that car. H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inferno Posted November 12, 2010 Author Share Posted November 12, 2010 Thank you Sir! Indeed there was a lot of effort and money, but as I have said before, I don't have a single regret and love every aspect of the Supra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-K1 Posted November 13, 2010 Share Posted November 13, 2010 great supra!!! "bravo" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inferno Posted November 14, 2010 Author Share Posted November 14, 2010 A quick HD video of the number plate flipper in action.. it really is a great piece of equipment - it allows me to have a license plate mounted but with none of the downsides (ugly mounting bracket, nuisance to remove the plate and bracket for photoshoots): Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inferno Posted November 18, 2010 Author Share Posted November 18, 2010 Strewth mate.Bloody beltin' motor.If ever i get to Sydney to see my cousin;i'll be knocking at you rdoor.Feckin beautiful (i do have a Whifbitz front bumper and my car is black-end of similarities[sAD][/sAD]) Haha thank you Sir! I am always up for meeting fellow Supra owners - especially those from across the pond! great supra!!! "bravo" Thanks mate, I hope to be seeing your Supra soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inferno Posted November 19, 2010 Author Share Posted November 19, 2010 A quick HD video of the Rear LED lights in action! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanc Posted November 19, 2010 Share Posted November 19, 2010 I have to say this must be THE best Supra on the planet! Massive respect bud, if I win the lottery we shall be in touch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inferno Posted February 26, 2011 Author Share Posted February 26, 2011 I recently purchased a GoPro HD Motorsports video camera, so hopefully I can get some good footage of the car! I also have a photoshoot coming up for a possible magazine feature - should be good . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L18msy Posted February 26, 2011 Share Posted February 26, 2011 Absolutely beautiful, good work that man! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ulysees Posted February 26, 2011 Share Posted February 26, 2011 Ii just weed myself.. This is a beautiful, Honestly i would sooner own this car than any of your Ferrari lambo Porsche etc, who else hase a car like that?? Well done mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EVLMKIV Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 I love to see the draw down and rebuild. To top it off there is a MOD list with mega detail. I have had about 30 people look at this car and they are all in awe. Great job !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 I love to see the draw down and rebuild. To top it off there is a MOD list with mega detail. I have had about 30 people look at this car and they are all in awe. Great job !! Good bump after 2 years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EVLMKIV Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 Good bump after 2 years Yeah man I know it's been a while. I'm here in this crap hole Afghanistan and finally got the net. It's kind of slow but it's the net, and the net is great even if it's trash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest yousuf.ibrahim Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 Love tail lights led Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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