hopper8
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Have I accidentally found something kinda cool... A prototype BF Typhoon?? Check the build number, P002. Which I'm pretty sure is an FPV prototype number? https://www.carsales.com.au/dealer/details/Ford-Performance-Vehicles-F6-Typhoon-2005/OAG-AD-16248889 There was the BA GT prototype that some guy was asking crazy money for ($200k) a little while back, with build number P001. Obviously this isn't as collectible and has done lots of km etc.. But still. Is it the prototype?
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hopper8 replied to jellis's topic in Suggestions, Problems or Questions
I don't post much but I read the forum constantly. I'm just trying to find out more about my car and its potential (mostly technical mods, or guides how to fix stuff). Things are documented so clearly, like guides to take out the dash etc. You can't find that sort of info on FB! -
Yep my FG has the 'launch control' but all it does is limit RPM to 3500 with the clutch in. Saves the car from a limiter bashing clutch dump I guess... It doesn't really launch too effectively on streets (too much throttle)
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Have got this part sorted, (am not a noob driver but just a noob launcher ), so that'll be fine - was wondering if that was the aim to get back to the floor ASAP or if there's a better way, given the propensity to smoke in these cars haha Cheers to all, I need to find a private road and practice I think
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Got it :D And the short shift to 2nd - snap it in and floor it again ASAP, or ease it in and get to the floor gradually?? I imagine that depends a bit on tyres /grip levels etc, but what's the ideal scenario?? Edit: all my 'spirited driving' (cornering, braking, heel-toe shifting) is well rehearsed, but I've never learned to launch hard because I have a large dose of mechanical sympathy haha
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Excellent advice, I like it a lot... Apart from burning through a clutch every fortnight this is with TC off, correct?? And, so you're saying 1st gear is practically useless on the street (since it just produces smoke) - hence the short shift to 2nd?
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So all up, what are we (the collective) thinking is the fastest way to launch one of these manual suckers on the street: - baby turbo - 280-300rwkw - TC off - find sweet spot with lots of practice Or is the stock power level even better for launching??
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Can't remember who it was that said to drive with traction control off permanently ( maybe @camo86 )... Tried to launch my manual tonight with TC off, oh boy. Gonna take a few practices to get that dialled in! Accidentally smoked it up [emoji14]
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Nice write up mate!! Where on earth did you find genuine argents in such good condition for $700?!? Gumtree?? FB? I've been looking for ages and haven't come across a deal that good still
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I see, yes I haven't been to a track and doubt I will with mine (maybe just a hill climb for laughs). So as long as they hold up through the hills, I'm happy!! They did go well last night aside from one instance of fade - I think since the temp marker didn't activate, the fade would have been fluid related. Once I do fluid I should be set :D
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Ahh I see!! 4 running laps is pretty good for such little brakes, I'd be fine with that. Was the fluid ruined by running at Mallala?? Or did you run at Mallala with dead fluid and that's what made them fade? (probably being thick but can't figure out what you're saying )
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Thanks Puffster! I'm not wound up about knowing the 'actual temp' of them - don't really care. I just don't want to end up past the max temp the rotors are meant for (like yours ). I'm quite surprised mine didn't change colour, I gave them a fair caning last night. I'll have to try harder I guess Still didn't quite avoid fade eventually, but I haven't got up to doing fluid yet so I think that'll fix the last of my brake issues!
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Question regarding the temperature - coded paint--does it permanently change colour after its been 'triggered'?? Or is it only white during the time it is above the threshold temperature?? To illustrate - do I need to pull over halfway through my run to check the paint, or will the paint permanently change colour for me to check when I'm home?
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Great write up mate!! So do the harrop brakes fit inside the snowflake 18's? Or do you have different stock wheels? I just fitted DBA T3's to get rid of some shudder, will be interesting to see if it comes back :/
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Good advice, thanks and I'll carefully experiment (next time the roads are dry!)
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Noted :D This brings us back to the original point of this thread. If I turn off TC and snap sideways, I'll end up in a ditch :/ I have always caught the sideways snap but there's not much margin for error when pushing hard through narrow twisty roads..
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Cool, I'll give that a crack next time I have a good run to clarify though - 'driving spiritedly', you mean having a quick run through the twisties, not lighting it up on private roads etc?? If I TC off & belt through the hills I spose I could be in for an accidental tree hug, if our definition of 'spirited' is not the same :/
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I see, so the consensus is TC is almost worthless. In FG, what does it actually do?? Is it simply a power cut?? (that's what it feels like..)..it doesn't brake individual wheels or anything does it?
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Is this with TC off I assume?? I generally drive with TC on and only turn it off when I "know" I'll need it off. Maybe TC cuts in weirdly on one wheel and the 'free' wheel flicks the car?? Mine is a manual so no powerskids. I recently had a wheel alignment done too... Edit: Keith's reply above.. Maybe it's road camber that's killing me actually, come to think of it. My rear end is tight and running Nolathane bushes (put in by previous owner)
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I've often wondered the same thing. My FG XR6T sedan does the same thing, and it's running near new Goodyear Eagle F1 Directionals - not some dodgy rubbish. When the rear breaks traction it'll snap sideways occasionally. Very, very unpredictable and lightning quick to go. I thought it was normal for LSD... It's not??
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The speakers are a 5.1 Accusound set up (not sure model details, can probably look it up if you have to know). Not premium but certainly decent. The receiver /amp is an Onkyo with 6 inputs, again, does the job without going all out.
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Not so sure... I'm only 4m from that screen so I'd say it's a little bit of overkill. Especially if it's a horror movie It's still only 1080p so I don't get 'extra' detail, what's there is just big. Games like FIFA are awesome though, the big screen makes so much better for a game with such a big field of play :D
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Similar to mine! Although mine isn't retractable. I have xbox, TV, laptop, Wii, chromecast and DVD player hooked up, with 5.1 surround sound. Watching the F1s on there is mint :D
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Smashing it. Good thread, now can I request some interior pics with manual conversion?? Nice work :D
