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Mr. Fixables

VW will be there ...... all pretty up an ting

Unfortunately, that Fixables guy would still be driving it .....

Kirk

Mr. Fixables

Moti,

In the same way Fixables can't drive ..... you not allowed to hand out any information about events

I would say though, that Fixables guy (who can't drive BTW) did pretty well with the 2 ... count em ... 2 VWs yesterday

Kirk

Mr. Fixables

Between now and 17th November, I have 5 events to participate in .... LOL this is gonna be fun.

Kirk

Mr. Fixables

Mr. Fixables

There is no benefit to those type modifications, all marketing hype.

The "electric supercharger" just will not move enough air at high velocities to be of any use, actually, it can become an obstruction in the airflow at high rpm.

Kirk

Mr. Fixables

Actually, unless you are doing repetitive hard stops, drum brakes offers greater stopping power due to its greater surface area. I have raced cars for years with stock drum brakes. but upgraded to stainless steel lines and better pads with no issues whatsoever. If you specifically want the look, tha...

Mr. Fixables

For what reason are you upgrading to disc brakes?

Looks?
Weight?

I believe the Starlet set up should fit.

Kirk

Mr. Fixables

It will fit without modifications, just be aware that the gears will be a bit longer that those for the 20v.

Kirk

Mr. Fixables

There seems to be a want and need to get the Toyota community together, but no one shows up.

The Honda boys can do it, does that mean they have greater passion for the brand and willing to support?

Come on Toyota people, show your support!!

Kirk

Mr. Fixables

Can I bring the RAV4? I upgraded the suspension

Kirk

Mr. Fixables

I have a 1st gen RAV4, but mine is 2wd manual. I may be able to find one for ya though. I'll check and let you know.

Kirk

Mr. Fixables

The 2zz is a good engine, but not unbeatable by any means. I think it would have hard time running with my RAV4 actually.

Kirk.

Mr. Fixables

What I like about this is that even without a proper and official track, we are still looking for a safe options to run our cars. Keep it up guys. Ingalook: the course was not that fast. Probably no faster than D&W. The fun part was off-loading your suspension with the elevation changes while at...

Mr. Fixables

Actually, I only remembered the camera AFTER I left home. It would have been great to show what the course offered in vid format. Very similar to a Togue type track: elevation changes, on and off camber corners, ability to let the course flow corner into corner. Attacking a course for approx 1/2 mil...

Mr. Fixables

The Time attack was great. Very different to what we are used to, definitely liked it.

Would be interested to see if this develops.

Kirk

Mr. Fixables

AWWW MANNN!!

I was sooooo looking forward to being depressed after seeing ingalook's fantastic, record breaking run

Kirk

Mr. Fixables

Not a bad post, however, the Post states "engine break in" so the brakes and clutch part is not applicable. It is best to break in you engine by RPM, not speed, as some people claim. However, if this is a new car, the factory break in periods are far shorter if not non applicable anymore w...

Mr. Fixables

I have used NP Ultra in some of my cars with no bad experiences. The regular NP I won;t try, but the Ultra seems fine. Terran, what makes you think Shell Helix is the most advanced engine oil made? Hearing those ads huh? There are many good performing oils out there, it boils down to personal choice...

Mr. Fixables

Tuners, When I was living in the U.S., I had the opportunity to use SeaFoam. All I can say is that it is a GREAT product. I wish it was available here. It was one of the few products which made a difference within the first ~10miles of driving. My car ran smoother, faster, more responsive and better...

Mr. Fixables

A 1az and 2az would compatable and should be a direct swap. It would also work with your transmission as well.

Kirk

Mr. Fixables

The Jetta is basically a stock 1.4TSi with a chip upgrade from Nathan. We also have deleted the 2 exhaust barrels and replaced it with a free flowing rear barrel (same diameter pipe). Suspension wise, all we did was install Eibach springs on stock shocks...... and yes the Jetta has a stock DSG gearb...

Mr. Fixables

Hey Nathan, The Jetta is pulling stronger, it will defintely be a fun time working it down the track on Sunday. For all those VW owners, now is the time too come and see what a basically stock 1.4TSi can do with a chip upgrade. It would be great to see you guys come out and support us during the Dra...

Mr. Fixables

For everyday driving, and staying within a reasonable budget, try the Monroe Sensatrac.

Decent passenger shock and quite durable.

Kirk

Mr. Fixables

I will be at GB at 10am just in case some people decide to show up. I'll be by the Gazebo on the NW corner.

Hope to see some of you there.

If/when people show up, I'll go grab the RAV4 as I will have the VW race car PCY9423 for the next couple of days.
Kirk

Mr. Fixables

So, are we going to meet up somewhere on Wednesday?

How about a simple run to Chagaramas or something? Other options welcome too ....

Kirk

Mr. Fixables

Good points all around. The 20v will be a good and straight upgrade for your 5afe. The 4efte will need to modify the drivers side engine mount a few inches. I had both, and the 4efte will give you room for modifications in the future. However, if it is possible to look for and find .... look into a ...

Mr. Fixables

I could make the 19th. When? where?

Only thing is that I have Drag and Wind briefing at7pm on the 19th

Kirk

Mr. Fixables

That question needs more information for a practical answer. Type/size of turbo size intercooler Management used to tune for the boost etc. But to give you a basic answer, I turbocharged my 5efe with no issues at all using an extra injector controller. Used a Cefiro turbo at 10psi with no issues for...

Mr. Fixables

Could not make it Wednesday, my son was sick, so no liming that night.

Kirk

Mr. Fixables

Well, I heard Toyota is bringing the FT86 to run the VW Jetta at the next Drag and Wind.

Should be interesting. Even though I have and love Toyota, I will have to ensure that 86 does NOT beat the Jetta that day.

Come and watch the battle at the next event

Kirk