GOLDIE My new toy Lifetime Members 5,344 Member For: 21y 9m 22d Gender: Male Location: stanthorpe wine capital of qld. Posted 02/09/03 10:03 AM Share Posted 02/09/03 10:03 AM Just picked car up from Chiptorque after more tuning we now have approx 228 rear wheel kw or close to 320fly wheel kw and 10 psi boost. this thiink is just great.Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest octane Guests Posted 02/09/03 11:01 AM Share Posted 02/09/03 11:01 AM Boys, I must say I'm more than just a bit jealous! :iloveit: I've only just turned 20 so its a tad hard saving to get me own T, but I hope to order mine on my 21st bday (Feb) so lets hope I can get the dosh, Mods....well exhaust is a no-brainer, and some stereo stuff (for the long trips) but it'll definately have some serious mods in some point of its life....Turbo6, the thread-bare tyres are probably enough to scare away any would be competition Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ms700 Moderating Team 10,170 Member For: 22y 13d Gender: Male Location: Sydney Posted 02/09/03 11:52 AM Share Posted 02/09/03 11:52 AM One word of warning for all MANUAL gearbox owners, beware of the power increase, and I mean it. My gearbox is already starting to make some funny noises and it has only been one week. You can even hear the synchro's working between gear changes when it is quiet, and there is a whir readily audible from 1st to 2nd............... Hmmmmmmmm. Tremec time, 6 new bigger injectors, and more boost! turbo6, have you been "hard" on your gearbox would you say?I know it would be hard not to be after the mod that you have done!I have a lot of time for you and ian, not worrying about warranty all that much, and just having a good time in your turbo's. I think that's what its all about, fun and enjoyment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_g Member 8 Member For: 21y 7m 21d Posted 02/09/03 09:28 PM Share Posted 02/09/03 09:28 PM Octane, Ive only just turned 23 and have a Blueprint with leather T in my driveway. Just because your young doesnt mean you cant do it. Happy saving and I know for sure missing out on that odd party will mean nothing once you hit the loud pedal on the falcon... On that point, I wonder what the average age of the T owner is? Based on this forum, im thinking mid/late-thirties. I think Ford should market more to the younger crowd, judging the modified car scene they seem to have the dollars to spare... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guests Posted 02/09/03 10:03 PM Share Posted 02/09/03 10:03 PM turbotom,how often are you on payneham rd ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Here since the start... Lifetime Members 10,282 Member For: 21y 9m 18d Gender: Male Location: Victoria Posted 03/09/03 12:15 AM Share Posted 03/09/03 12:15 AM Octane, Ive only just turned 23 and have a Blueprint with leather T in my driveway. Just because your young doesnt mean you cant do it. Happy saving and I know for sure missing out on that odd party will mean nothing once you hit the loud pedal on the falcon... On that point, I wonder what the average age of the T owner is? Based on this forum, im thinking mid/late-thirties. I think Ford should market more to the younger crowd, judging the modified car scene they seem to have the dollars to spare...I'm in the same boat, I'm 23 and I saved my butt off for this car! The wait and the things I missed out on are definately worth it. Your right just because your young doesn't mean you can't do it. If insurance is what your worried about then you'll never buy the car you really want, I found ford insure the best: rating 1 - $996.97, that's cheaper than RACV with my previous EF. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_g Member 8 Member For: 21y 7m 21d Posted 03/09/03 04:25 AM Share Posted 03/09/03 04:25 AM Freaky alxr6t, I just upgraded from an EF as well !! (an XR8II and found my insurance went from $3000 to $1900, thankx Ford Insure). Whilst I miss that V8 note, you cant help but smile when that turbo kicks in... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktford FORD FORD FORD Donating Members 9,390 Member For: 21y 10m 27d Gender: Male Location: Victoria Point In Brissy's eastern side Posted 03/09/03 04:34 AM Share Posted 03/09/03 04:34 AM you modded guys are making me very jealous. I must get some dough out of the boss & get my steed upgraded.Scotty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOLDIE My new toy Lifetime Members 5,344 Member For: 21y 9m 22d Gender: Male Location: stanthorpe wine capital of qld. Posted 03/09/03 05:20 AM Share Posted 03/09/03 05:20 AM Hey scotty u should drive it now it is totally differnt if want any help just contact me and I will help Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F6 RAPID Formerly Turbo6 Donating Members 2,332 Member For: 22y 1m 5d Location: North Brisbane Posted 03/09/03 06:15 AM Author Share Posted 03/09/03 06:15 AM turbo6, have you been "hard" on your gearbox would you say?I know it would be hard not to be after the mod that you have done!I have a lot of time for you and ian, not worrying about warranty all that much, and just having a good time in your turbo's. I think that's what its all about, fun and enjoyment. I wouldn't say I have been hard on it. I don't bang through 1st to 2nd gearchanges at all - I wait until 2nd is home before I get back on the gas fully. Mind you, when you accelerate in first with full throttle, the ute starts to spin up - no clutch, and yes, these are 18's doing the damage.It is very impressive and yes, hard to resist that shove in the back feeling.If I can purchase an XR8 'box at a reasonable price, then expect the mods to continue. One thing to remember, I drive this car everyday and put around 600kms a week on it so it doesn't just sit in the garage. I will give you guys the real world mods guide. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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