SpyderLEE--Widebody gt300 turbo project

[Leethesparky]

for the first time, here is a full list of the modifications so far

Exterior
   Monocraft-x gen1 widebody conversion
   Candy apple red paint job
   carbon rear wing
   carbon f1 style mirrors
   custom front splitter and canards
   custom rear diffuser
   Facelift rear lights
   daylight running lights
   bonnet converted to custom vented
   
Engine
   whifbitz Turbo conversion kit
   AVT charge cooler kit
   MWR 630cc injectors
   SPEC stage 2 kevlar clutch
   GREDDYtype fv blow off valve
   custom built exhaust
   WALBRO 255l fuel pump
   SPEC1 1:1 rising rate fuel regulator
   
suspension and brakes
   BC full coilover suspension
   HEL braided brake hoses
   EBC drill and grooved discs
   EBC green stuff racing pads
   
Wheels
   ROTA gtr 17" wheels
   custom built hubcentric wheel spacers
   
electronics
   GREDDY emanage ultimate ecu w/map sensor
   PLX wideband afr gauge
   boost gauge
   oil pressure gauge
   oil temp gauge
   RACELOGIC traction control
   GREDDY  profec boost controller

interior
   plasma dial kit
   PIONEER SPH-DA110 double din head unit
   optisound auto 8 subwoofer

[jvanzyl]

Are you bringing this machine to Ding Day?
+1!

+1

[Leethesparky]

Tomorrow's job

[Leethesparky]

Boost controller is in. Just need to set it up now.

[Essex2Visuvesi]

Be interested to see how you fit the Boost controller
I have the same one ready for when I fit my turbo

[Leethesparky]

Be interested to see how you fit the Boost controller
I have the same one ready for when I fit my turbo

It already fitted mate   s:D s:D  

In the pics above. Solenoid is screwed next to the alarm switch in engine bay, and the control on the dash. Ran everything down the drivers side. With the brain box hid behind the drives side bin. The cables were literally just long enough to reach everywhere

[jonty]

What's the running total of secondhand prices for all your electronics Lee? Thought about a stand alone? I've got a Syvecs in my 200sx, was about £2200 fitted and mapped but I'm sure there are cheaper options, and the big benefit is all those functions are tied together.

Cat looks great, it's been a while since I checked in on the forum and these wheels look absolutely spot on - I think you were dabbling with 18s before but these look just right!

[Leethesparky]

What's the running total of secondhand prices for all your electronics Lee? Thought about a stand alone? I've got a Syvecs in my 200sx, was about £2200 fitted and mapped but I'm sure there are cheaper options, and the big benefit is all those functions are tied together.

Cat looks great, it's been a while since I checked in on the forum and these wheels look absolutely spot on - I think you were dabbling with 18s before but these look just right!

Sorry mate, didn't see this.

Electrics stand me at
Ecu 450
Traction 575
Boost controller 285

I will go standalone eventually, probably link or aem but I don't think any standalone will match the racelogic for traction control.. that is one special piece of kit

[jonty]

Sounds good, at least there's a bit of budget to be freed up from the piggyback units if you go down that route!

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[Leethesparky]

I've been tidying up the engine bay a bit,

Fitted a new heater control bit,

And a random pic

[jvanzyl]

Can't remember if this has been mentioned before, but you don't appear to have any additional bracing?

I'd highly recommend a front strut and mid under one.... Would be nice to put something in the engine bay...?

[Leethesparky]

Yeah i really need to start things like bracing and polybushing.
Struggling with the engine bay though, all the braces go across the turbo and it sits high.

[CrazySX]

I wouldn't bother with the rear. Just get one up front and get a breast plate. Wouldn't hurry to polybush either if your bushes are ok.

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[jvanzyl]

Well I dunno about not rushing  :-) :-) :-)  In the very least I'd have a good look at them to see what the state them is.. my 16 year old car was transformed when I had it fully bushed... and there were some bushes by the hub that literally fell out out they were so bad.

I agree with the rear strut brace - if you're happy with stock then stick with it. But front and mid under will make a HUGE difference.

[CrazySX]

Well I dunno about not rushing  :-) :-) :-)  In the very least I'd have a good look at them to see what the state them is.. my 16 year old car was transformed when I had it fully bushed... and there were some bushes by the hub that literally fell out out they were so bad.

I agree with the rear strut brace - if you're happy with stock then stick with it. But front and mid under will make a HUGE difference.

Lol! That's a good point John.  I would imagine and hope that with the amount of times the car has been apart Lee would know the condition, but always good to check.

On mine 108k the bushes are all good. The only slightly dodgy one is driver side rear. But it's got minimal play.



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[Leethesparky]

It is something I really need to look at. I get a slight twist at the back end under hard acceleration. I'd expect it to dig in but not twist.

[jvanzyl]

I used to have traction/wheel spin prior to getting rear bushes done.... I'd really recommend doing it on any car over 100k/ 10 years old....

[Leethesparky]

I have started a YouTube channel for this car.

First couple of videos are a bit crappy but hopefully will get better with practice.

Ive been trying not to spend too much money on the car this year but got loads of plans in the future

All my work has always been and always will be mirrored on here. I look forward to adding loads to this thread in the future.

Please watch the video below and subscribe for more

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[shnazzle]

Excellent! Nice one

[StuC]

Well done for having a go fella.

Couple of small comments...
Be aware of repeating yourself overly. I think it's just 'self-conscious in front of a camera nerves' in fairness.

Also, where you do say thay yours is different to stock, it might be worth sticking in a stock photo to back up your words.

Like I said though, good effort.   :-) :-) :-)

[Chilli Girl]

Really enjoyed that Lee.  Just love the look of this car, engine sound is awesome.  Well done on the video.

[jvanzyl]

Nice one Lee! What equipment are you using? I noticed that you had a clip on mic, the sound quality was very good.

and AGAIN - are you coming to Ding Day??  :-) :-) :-)

[Leethesparky]

Cheers,

It is actually really stressful in front of the camera... for some wierd reason it brings out my northern accent   s:? :? s:?  

Hopefully get better with practice

Equipment is a massive rucksack of stuff, might do a video on it eventually don't want to just stick to my car.
Sound is from a zoom h1 with a lav mic plugged in. Sounds really good.
Cameras are
Olympus em10, 20mm f1.7. 45mm f1.8
Gopro 4 black
Dji mavic
And Samsung galaxy s6 phone

Ding day is a possibility but can't promise yet, if it was 2 weeks later it would be a definite. Would really like to come but may clash with taking the missus to the airport.

[StuC]

The stress will lessen over time. Be clear about what you want to say in each segment. Then you'll have less to remember, which will reduce your stress.  :-) :-) :-)

You can break it down further and know what each segment will contain and look like. Then you'll know on the playback if it matches your expectation.

Keep going though, you'll figure it out.  :-) :-) :-)

[Leethesparky]

Cheers stu.. it will come


Ding day is looking more likely...will confirm in a week or so