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Forum: Your Driveway 08-07-2019, 06:38 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
It sure looks semi-slick but even in the 120TW...

It sure looks semi-slick but even in the 120TW rating the are not a true semi-slick, they would be a good weekend / part time track tyre. The Nankang AR1 is super slick.
Forum: Your Driveway 07-07-2019, 06:48 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Wouldn't throw the NS2R into a semi-slick...

Wouldn't throw the NS2R into a semi-slick category, that would be a Nankang AR1. With a 180 tread wear they closer to an AD08R, R1R or RS3.

First impressions are good:
- not nearly as loud as my...
Forum: Your Driveway 07-07-2019, 05:07 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Enkei RP03 17x8.5 +30 & Nankang NS2R 255/40R17 ...

Enkei RP03 17x8.5 +30 & Nankang NS2R 255/40R17
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48219434947_7374a3f0bb_b.jpg

No rubbing (yet) but probably worth a visit to AutoFX for a little insurance....
Forum: Your Driveway 06-07-2019, 12:41 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Finally got 255/40R17 tyres on the rims! Heard...

Finally got 255/40R17 tyres on the rims! Heard some good reviews of the NS2R, plus the price is hard to pass on so will be interesting to see how they are....
Forum: Your Driveway 01-05-2019, 01:09 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
MARCH2019 - Finally found a splash guard for the...

MARCH2019 - Finally found a splash guard for the car. It was a real chore due to the 7 not sharing designs with the 8/9 version. Only paid $20 for this and then proceeded to spend $22 on all the...
Forum: Your Driveway 25-02-2019, 04:04 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
2019 BUMP (after an absent 2018) JULY2017 -...

2019 BUMP (after an absent 2018)

JULY2017 - Newly installed DEFI Racer boost gauge and column pod. DEFI colour match is almost perfect and still a clear view of the cluster....
Forum: Introductions 29-04-2018, 10:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 487
Posted By Dan [GTI]
FB is ded, instafam is where all the kids are at....

FB is ded, instafam is where all the kids are at. Somehow they developed a social site with less content and interaction the Facebook....
Forum: Your Driveway 06-01-2018, 04:04 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 48,491
Posted By Dan [GTI]
It happened on SOWA so must be you Craig ;)

It happened on SOWA so must be you Craig ;)
Forum: Introductions 20-09-2017, 05:42 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 11,271
Posted By Dan [GTI]
So you created a vague forum thread to tell...

So you created a vague forum thread to tell someone to 'ram you'.. when questioned you post and equally vague response and end it with 'no more reply'.

Solid thread :rolleyes:
Forum: Mechanicals 19-08-2017, 11:32 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 179,606
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Wheel size and offset are not as important as...

Wheel size and offset are not as important as design. Two wheels with the same offset and size but differing designs might not both clear Brembos. Great example is 17X9(+45) Enkei RPF1's and...
Forum: Mechanicals 19-08-2017, 12:46 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 179,606
Posted By Dan [GTI]
I have seen 18x8.5 (+30) fit with rolled rear...

I have seen 18x8.5 (+30) fit with rolled rear guards, minor front inner guard adjustment and 225's. Unless your running a tall ride height you will have guard and tyres meeting frequently.
Forum: Your Driveway 11-08-2017, 03:09 PM
Replies: 294
Views: 38,657
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Shit situation mate, especially after the hard...

Shit situation mate, especially after the hard work and time to get it where it is today.
Forum: Your Driveway 25-07-2017, 03:34 PM
Replies: 415
Views: 47,070
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Having seen the final product that Jacob and Troy...

Having seen the final product that Jacob and Troy have put together it is amazing. If I had a GC8 that was getting a little long in the tooth but in great condition like his I would 100% be on the GD...
Forum: Introductions 19-07-2017, 09:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,308
Posted By Dan [GTI]
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Forum: Introductions 17-07-2017, 02:07 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,308
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Wait are you calling us black? He logged out...

Wait are you calling us black?

He logged out at 3:28 yesterday, so when he logs back in he might not have the responses he is hoping for :cool:
Forum: Introductions 16-07-2017, 04:11 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,308
Posted By Dan [GTI]
The fact that you were immature enough to go onto...

The fact that you were immature enough to go onto his personal FB page and attack him with your keyboard really doesn't give you a high moral ground.



Also, if you came here for a sympathy...
Forum: Your Driveway 13-06-2017, 02:18 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Definitely. My current rims had a meeting with a...

Definitely. My current rims had a meeting with a flat disc in the hub mating face and these will have the same treatment.
Forum: Your Driveway 13-06-2017, 12:05 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Got the rims back from Aeroplate in Welshpool and...

Got the rims back from Aeroplate in Welshpool and I am extremely happy with the quality of their work. They are a little dusty but the photos give you the general idea....
Forum: Your Driveway 12-06-2017, 08:22 PM
Replies: 415
Views: 47,070
Posted By Dan [GTI]
^^^ What does that mean, it just appears to be an...

^^^ What does that mean, it just appears to be an spec list of various stock location turbos?

I personally can't see how the VF36 wastegate outlet being ported will make much of a difference. The...
Forum: Your Driveway 07-06-2017, 02:21 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Cheers mate. I used some Mothers Plastic Polish I...

Cheers mate. I used some Mothers Plastic Polish I had left over. Did the job nicely, but I will probably need to take it off again soon and have another shot at it because there is two small spots I...
Forum: Your Driveway 06-06-2017, 09:10 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Cheers Russ, I did see that on your FB page. Need...

Cheers Russ, I did see that on your FB page. Need to get that ordered tomorrow.
Forum: Your Driveway 05-06-2017, 11:27 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,001
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Hoping that the radio silence is because he...

Hoping that the radio silence is because he hasn't checked this thread and not something else...
Forum: Your Driveway 01-06-2017, 12:42 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,001
Posted By Dan [GTI]
I do it all the time and its not as fun as it...

I do it all the time and its not as fun as it sounds.

Drive cautiously to not draw attention to yourself. Park in a discrete location at the back of carparks, away from groups of people. Wash all...
Forum: Your Driveway 27-05-2017, 10:38 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
So another small update. So with two overseas...

So another small update. So with two overseas trips booked for the next 6 months the parts have not been flowing quite as much as I would like, but that just lends itself to more DIY and tidying up...
Forum: Your Driveway 12-05-2017, 05:56 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
We can't all splash huge amounts of money on rare...

We can't all splash huge amounts of money on rare AWD Turbo GX Liberty's... I can only aspire to that level of rarity and dedication.
Forum: Your Driveway 11-05-2017, 07:54 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
So like groundhog day it was time to once again...

So like groundhog day it was time to once again play with the suspension, this time for the new Whiteline 24mm rear sway bar and different set of RSR springs to bring the rear down 5 - 10mm to lessen...
Forum: Your Driveway 07-05-2017, 05:00 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,001
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Awesome work mate! Who is tuning the car?

Awesome work mate! Who is tuning the car?
Forum: Your Driveway 26-04-2017, 10:46 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
So today was about the small victory because I...

So today was about the small victory because I was able to extract a snapped exhaust manifold bolt (for the heat shield). Managed to drill it out all the way through and leave just the thread of the...
Forum: Mechanicals 26-04-2017, 09:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,892
Posted By Dan [GTI]
VF48 should bolt onto the up-pipe, downpipe and...

VF48 should bolt onto the up-pipe, downpipe and fit the factory inlet fine, the flanges are all the same as most other VF turbos and the TD04....
Forum: Your Driveway 10-04-2017, 10:20 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
So the usual ritual of wash, drive to work and...

So the usual ritual of wash, drive to work and lock away is still going strong (as is the car)
http://i1343.photobucket.com/albums/o788/DanMPS3/IMAG02152_zpsdyfr82e4.jpg

The AYC / ACD accumulator...
Forum: Your Driveway 31-03-2017, 02:36 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Some eBay seller in Brisbane. To be honest I will...

Some eBay seller in Brisbane. To be honest I will be getting it all re-done with Hyrdographics. The quote was around $250 - $300 for a carbon pattern and clear coat....
Forum: Your Driveway 20-02-2017, 05:47 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 25,721
Posted By Dan [GTI]
The 'so far' comment is promising. Good numbers...

The 'so far' comment is promising. Good numbers so far.
Forum: Introductions 20-02-2017, 02:06 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,753
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Nice looking graph, comes on soon and makes...

Nice looking graph, comes on soon and makes decent power up top.
Forum: Your Driveway 20-02-2017, 01:11 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
So all back together for hopefully the last time....

So all back together for hopefully the last time. Nice and clean, so time to push it back into the garage.
http://i1343.photobucket.com/albums/o788/DanMPS3/IMAG01753_zpsw9y8puix.jpg...
Forum: Your Driveway 20-02-2017, 10:24 AM
Replies: 294
Views: 38,657
Posted By Dan [GTI]
I guess if nothing else it was a good excuse to...

I guess if nothing else it was a good excuse to tidy up some loose ends... Just a sucky excuse to begin with.
Forum: Your Driveway 19-02-2017, 09:58 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
So my OCD got the better of me and it was time...

So my OCD got the better of me and it was time once again to take the wheels off and do some painting... this week it has spent more time with the wheels off then on!...
Forum: Cosmetic 18-02-2017, 03:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,532
Posted By Dan [GTI]
If you are dead set on having one then grab a...

If you are dead set on having one then grab a decent quality P-WRX logo, email / call / go see Gav @ GT Graphics and he should be able to make one.
Forum: Your Driveway 16-02-2017, 03:27 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
So wheels are finally back on the the car and the...

So wheels are finally back on the the car and the test drive was knock, bang and leak free so these struts seem to be in good health.

The colour didn't come out quite as expected but I do like...
Forum: Your Driveway 16-02-2017, 12:14 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
I figure it's a good way for me to keep track of...

I figure it's a good way for me to keep track of my progress by updating my forum threads, plus it isn't a bad way for people to learn and adopt ideas to their own cars.

No point having all these...
Forum: Your Driveway 15-02-2017, 04:33 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
So while I had a free morning I finished the rest...

So while I had a free morning I finished the rest of the suspension install. Went smooth, no unexpected hiccups and it gave me a good chance to check all the bushed and ball joint....
Forum: Your Driveway 14-02-2017, 09:13 PM
Replies: 942
Views: 100,767
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Awesome curve and torque band!!

Awesome curve and torque band!!
Forum: Your Driveway 14-02-2017, 01:56 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
"Well there is your problem" ...

"Well there is your problem"

http://i1343.photobucket.com/albums/o788/DanMPS3/IMAG01562_zpsttx08h0d.jpg
These are the fronts that came out of the car. The passenger side (right in photo) is...
Forum: Your Driveway 13-02-2017, 06:39 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
So on my drive home from work Friday I heard a...

So on my drive home from work Friday I heard a slight clunking from the front suspension which progressively got worse as I drove and when I got home this is what I was presented with after I dropped...
Forum: Introductions 08-02-2017, 03:32 PM
Replies: 703
Views: 78,500
Posted By Dan [GTI]
I just assumed yellow was DHL, forgot that...

I just assumed yellow was DHL, forgot that AUSPOST express was also yellow.
Forum: Introductions 08-02-2017, 01:55 PM
Replies: 703
Views: 78,500
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Much like DHL this thread is delivering.

Much like DHL this thread is delivering.
Forum: Your Driveway 07-02-2017, 08:13 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
So new Enkei decals arrived in time for rims to...

So new Enkei decals arrived in time for rims to get powdercoated. That will happen Monday and will be going with a similar shade of silver with a silver metallic flake, so hopefully looks close to...
Forum: Your Driveway 06-02-2017, 09:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,993
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Long overdue mate. Nice set of pads and fluid...

Long overdue mate. Nice set of pads and fluid should give you a nice pedal feel, plus you can keep those perfect speedlines ��
Forum: Introductions 01-02-2017, 11:42 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,753
Posted By Dan [GTI]
I will gracefully accept that amendment.

I will gracefully accept that amendment.
Forum: Introductions 01-02-2017, 10:47 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,753
Posted By Dan [GTI]
Welcome mate, sounds like you are on the right...

Welcome mate, sounds like you are on the right track already. The FA20F should be singing once you get it tuned, especially with a verticooler and exhaust. Be sure to throw some photos up and dyno...
Forum: Your Driveway 16-01-2017, 10:12 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,577
Posted By Dan [GTI]
So it has been about 6 months of ownership and my...

So it has been about 6 months of ownership and my Subaru friends still have not noticed I drive a Mitsubishi :cool: ...
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