Bunta Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Blue 17k. Sounds like a steal. I know Spilmer was very particular dont know how its been treated since. White one is at 25k. Will need to look at it in the flesh to make a decision but I know he spent more than that on it with the motor and other go fast bits. + it has most of the gear ready to swap out the 35r and put in a new precision or efr turbo Seems like a lot. yeah, go buy the white one! In your opinion (or anyone elses), is a motor at that sort of age making that sort of power a ticking timebomb, or just something you'd want to do one day soonish? or am I misreading the ad and the engine itself is actually cactus already? I wouldn't be confident in it lasting any significant amount of time, especially with the Power FC in control Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050038 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sneakey pete Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I don't get the pfc hate? I mean they're an old design and don't have the features of newer designs, but is there something intrinsically wrong with them aswell? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050059 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunta Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 (edited) I don't get the pfc hate? I mean they're an old design and don't have the features of newer designs, but is there something intrinsically wrong with them aswell? There is something intrinsically wrong with the design of the RB engine, which is calculating crank position based on cam position, this leads to unstable timing signals. Having a power fc does not allow you to do away with the CAS and fix the issue. Also it has no knock control, so combined with the timing jitter you engine doesn't stand much of a chance in the long term. Edited October 3, 2013 by Bunta Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050070 Share on other sites More sharing options...
t5iv Posted October 3, 2013 Author Share Posted October 3, 2013 There is something intrinsically wrong with the design of the RB engine, which is calculating crank position based on cam position, this leads to unstable timing signals. Having a power fc does not allow you to do away with the CAS and fix the issue. Also it has no knock control, so combined with the timing jitter you engine doesn't stand much of a chance in the long term. The hate is justified in this one. m800 ftmfw... Just saying Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050073 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunta Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 The hate is justified in this one. m800 ftmfw... Just saying Sean agrees with you, but also says the performance gap between a Motec and a Wolf/haltech/link/vipec is now next to nothing so the extra expense is no longer justified. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050082 Share on other sites More sharing options...
R33 Eddy Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 http://m.supercheapauto.com.au/Product/Steel-Mate-TPMS-TP-75/343875 Thoughts? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050095 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunta Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Thats pretty cool! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050097 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melly Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Always at work. Yup! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050098 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TiTAN Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Correct. I;m contemplating finishing work early and heading down in the hope of seeing/hearing it being tuned vids and or pics. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050102 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TiTAN Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Currently googling new wheel combos for the 33. Dont know whether to stick with black rims or move onto white.. Also looking at some 16's i can fit bigger tyres on drags? 15's will fit with some small caliper mods i heard? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050105 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TiTAN Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 When do we get promoted from car club friends to real friends? I'm gonna say when you've achieved one of the following: I've slept/passed out on your floor/with you on the floor lol I've shirts off man hugged you You've received >5 drunken phone calls from me Probley other reasons but those spring to mind not sure if i have done the over 5 phone calls. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050108 Share on other sites More sharing options...
t5iv Posted October 3, 2013 Author Share Posted October 3, 2013 Sean agrees with you, but also says the performance gap between a Motec and a Wolf/haltech/link/vipec is now next to nothing so the extra expense is no longer justified. This is true. 6 years ago was the dogs bollocks! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050115 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melly Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I just realised how bored I am... I have been talking to myself for the last half hour, easily... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050117 Share on other sites More sharing options...
t5iv Posted October 3, 2013 Author Share Posted October 3, 2013 http://m.supercheapauto.com.au/Product/Steel-Mate-TPMS-TP-75/343875 Thoughts? That's pretty cool. My cigarette lighter port is currently being used so no go for me. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050118 Share on other sites More sharing options...
t5iv Posted October 3, 2013 Author Share Posted October 3, 2013 I just realised how bored I am... I have been talking to myself for the last half hour, easily... I got boost for lunch. Yummy drink that's overpriced. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050120 Share on other sites More sharing options...
t5iv Posted October 3, 2013 Author Share Posted October 3, 2013 I missed my 7000th post celebrations! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050121 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunta Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 This is true. 6 years ago was the dogs bollocks! Yep, twas an ECU well ahead of its time Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050124 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melly Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I got boost for lunch. Yummy drink that's overpriced. I just had a Cruncha ice block Now I want a frozen juice popper Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050138 Share on other sites More sharing options...
t5iv Posted October 3, 2013 Author Share Posted October 3, 2013 Yep, twas an ECU well ahead of its time Ahh, the memories. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050140 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sneakey pete Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Tony finally got boost hey? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/431233-mugabetown-whoretownin-at-its-worst/page/283/#findComment-7050166 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now