paul_y3k Posted March 19, 2007 Author Share Posted March 19, 2007 The sad reality is you really need to know and understand a few basics when going single. In recent times many people have tried the cheapest routes and have come unstuck. There are however many single cars running perfectly (the ones you don't hear about). true, but I only made the descion after talking to lots of people on here. So felt fairly confident. I'm also a sucker for beliving what the guys with the spanners tell me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muffleman Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 Its not cheap to do right but god DAMMMM its worth it:D My mapping was scheduled to be finished Saturday, but does anything ever go simple ? Nope. So had a pretty disheartening Saturday, STILL on 0.5\0.6bar just wouldn't boost anymore. Found the split hose (think I know when it happened too) and boosting to 1.2bar now. The smile on my face for my drive home The car is flying, still more power to come AFRs on 11.7 at WOT and only 1.2bar. After nearly a year of ownership, I'm finally getting there and BOY is the smile on my face a big one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wkdtime Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 true, but I only made the descion after talking to lots of people on here. So felt fairly confident. I'm also a sucker for beliving what the guys with the spanners tell me. Paul, im sure we can all relate in some way or another, hang in their bud, firstly get the car feeling right to drive. With singles if it aint driving right then it's more than likely that the mapping needs to be tweaked. A not so good map can make the car feel so shite, but once sorted it really does bring a smile to one's face:) Whats's the spec of you car and what ECU/Piggyback are using to map? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Terry S Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 true, but I only made the descion after talking to lots of people on here. So felt fairly confident. I'm also a sucker for beliving what the guys with the spanners tell me. That really is the problem mate. Cutting through the BS is very difficult. Let me know if you need any help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobSheffield Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 true, but I only made the descion after talking to lots of people on here. So felt fairly confident. I'm also a sucker for beliving what the guys with the spanners tell me. Who actually fitted it for you Paul? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian C Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 I too would be interested in the mapping solution and who did the conversion I get the nasty feeling, and don't take this the wrong way, that you fell for the "you can go single for £2500" line that was bandied around a couple of years ago, and it's come back to haunt you Having the warning light on all the times means you can check your error codes ( The exhaust thing does sound odd, piccies please. Ignore front bumper for now Not feeling right under acceleration? Can you expand on this? Misfire? Sluggish? Power fades in and out? What makes you think the front shocks are buggered? Are they leaking fluid? Is the handling to cock? Any noises (that you can hear over the front bumper ) Bodywork, meh. File under "whatever" The idea is you go past people too fast for them to even get the colour right. What's your problem with the Profec? And why do you feel the urge to fiddle with it as it controls your boost...? -Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_y3k Posted March 19, 2007 Author Share Posted March 19, 2007 Ian, it's such a long story and to be honest it's starting to get lost in time. but yes it was a similar story of doing it cheaper. ( sponser cartype thing)suffice to say went to one supplier ... who ceased trading, got car back missing lots of engine went to another place who over time rebuilt it mapped it. went to third to look at small problems and fit rltc. whilst there engine goes bang, queue rebuild. will check error codes, provide piccys in the daylight. With regars the feeling - to me it just feels tired ? I would love a ride in a similar single to compare, or even have someone drive mine and tell me if I'm ok. front shocks, are just noisy, but that could be bumber related. I'm just wishing i could go back to twins. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 Where abouts are you paul? you are welcome to come for a ride in mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 Have a break from it for a few weeks. I hit some lows when building the kit and found after leaving it a bit and tackling it with new found enthusiasm everything was much rosier. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_y3k Posted March 19, 2007 Author Share Posted March 19, 2007 love to, but it's the daily drive got to get me from swindon to ipswich tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyknox Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 I hit some lows when building the kit Pete, you built the Knight Industries Two Thousand? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_y3k Posted March 19, 2007 Author Share Posted March 19, 2007 Where abouts are you paul? you are welcome to come for a ride in mine. cheers Jamie, I'm normally Ipswich or Swindon. So can be found on the m4, m25 or a12 quite often. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 cheers Jamie, I'm normally Ipswich or Swindon. So can be found on the m4, m25 or a12 quite often. Im about 10min from junc 8/9 m4, high wycombe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 I can fully sympathise with you Paul. One minute I'm thinking how best to get rid of it and get something sensiblem next minute just want to get the damn thing running properly. All I can say ofr now is just get things fixed one step at a time. Get the annoying thing done first (squeeky bumper), then the mapping. Looks - phah, who cares what it looks like Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_y3k Posted March 19, 2007 Author Share Posted March 19, 2007 brill - when are you free ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_y3k Posted March 19, 2007 Author Share Posted March 19, 2007 so engine codes ... is the Supra EOBDII ??? I've a mate that works for mitsi, so could i not use their diag machine to read em ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 brill - when are you free ? Most evenings, im going reading jap meet tomorrow if its dry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian C Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 It's really not that difficult 1 Get a paper clip 2 Follow the linked instructions 3 Tell us the numbers you got You can do it right now if your car is outside Oh and what engine management is in it? Motec? AEM? E-Mange? MAP ECU? -Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kopite Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 I know how you feel Paul, i hate mine at the minute. Gonna get it fixed up right and then when everything's sorted and it's running well, probably sell it. I don't feel the need for it's power anymore and the noise is annoying me. Might just get a stock 350Z and put some wheels and a kit on it and leave it at that... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobSheffield Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 so engine codes ... is the Supra EOBDII ??? I've a mate that works for mitsi, so could i not use their diag machine to read em ? Its fairly easy with a paperclip and some patience (providing your engine light bulb is working!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyknox Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 I know how you feel Paul, i hate mine at the minute. Gonna get it fixed up right and then when everything's sorted and it's running well, probably sell it. I don't feel the need for it's power anymore and the noise is annoying me. Might just get a stock 350Z and put some wheels and a kit on it and leave it at that... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 Pete, you built the Knight Industries Two Thousand? I did! Thanks for donating your voice on that project by the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_y3k Posted March 19, 2007 Author Share Posted March 19, 2007 Most evenings, im going reading jap meet tomorrow if its dry. bugger I'll be gone by then thanks for the offer though Jamie, really appreciate it. Knew you were a nice bloke when i met you at the pod ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyknox Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 I did! Thanks for donating your voice on that project by the way. "You're welcome Michael......I mean...err....Pete" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkR Posted March 19, 2007 Share Posted March 19, 2007 I feel your pain man... hang in there... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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