RobDon's Leon -

[RobDon]

Had the plate for ages, finally did the front end so am using it now.

Powdercoated bits are done so I'll have them back next week.

Looking forward to the big national meet now!

 

[lofer]

Are those plates legal?

 

[RobDon]

The font is UK legal yes, but I have a feeling that stick on plates are not. I may have to screw on a proper plate somewhere.

 

[RobDon]

Decided to sell as much as I can to part fund the big turbo kit I desire. Going to try and sell the SEM manifold, Backdraft baffled sump, Pro Alloy intercooler plus once the new kit is fitted the hybrid GT2X, Tigart manifold, Milltek 3" downpipe, LCR injectors, etc.

I've worked it out that if I sell everything I can, the 325bhp Backdraft big turbo kit is within my reach, so I want to go for it!!!

 

[Willie]

Theres a GT2871R kit for sale on pistonheads just now for £800. Click on classified then parts and Seat

 

[Willie]

What intake manifold will you use?

 

[Damoegan]

So when you ordering the kit then Rob

 

[RobDon]

Already using BAM manifold and stock TB.

That turbo looks like a 210/225 Eliminator to me, plus it's not a kit, I don't trust 2nd-hand turbos either.

I need to sell as much as I can before I order the kit.

 

[lofer]

Decided to sell as much as I can to part fund the big turbo kit I desire. Going to try and sell the SEM manifold, Backdraft baffled sump, Pro Alloy intercooler plus once the new kit is fitted the hybrid GT2X, Tigart manifold, Milltek 3" downpipe, LCR injectors, etc.

I've worked it out that if I sell everything I can, the 325bhp Backdraft big turbo kit is within my reach, so I want to go for it!!!

Makes sense! The backdraft kits do look good and are very well priced. I'm surprised your parting with the big pro alloy cooler though, isn’t it regarded as one of the best for “bigger” turbo kits? Like the one you’re going for?

 

[RobDon]

I have a bar and plate intercooler fitted right now that is rated to 350bhp, so the Pro Alloy is surplus at the moment, unless I find performance has dropped I can sell the PA one for at least £250 I hope.

 

[RobDon]

Baffled sump is sold already - woohoo! We're on the way!

 

[jamiebennett81]

I'm confused Rob

what basis did you remove the PA kit for? I have this fitted and it's huge. I understand its rated to 450bhp or there abouts

if you are going BT, why did you change this? did you do any logs and were not happy with the results?

 

[amccan10]

Decided to sell as much as I can to part fund the big turbo kit I desire. Going to try and sell the SEM manifold, Backdraft baffled sump, Pro Alloy intercooler plus once the new kit is fitted the hybrid GT2X, Tigart manifold, Milltek 3" downpipe, LCR injectors, etc.

I've worked it out that if I sell everything I can, the 325bhp Backdraft big turbo kit is within my reach, so I want to go for it!!!

Loving the new look of the car rob esp as its in the nicest colour. Been constantly reading the build thread over the last few years on here and the old se forum its like a totally different car.

What power is your car just now? 290bhp mark?

You must be taking frightfully a big hit on all the stuff you've bought new then sold on again to fund the big turbo kit? Not to mention all the changes over the years.

 

[RobDon]

I'm confused Rob

what basis did you remove the PA kit for? I have this fitted and it's huge. I understand its rated to 450bhp or there abouts

if you are going BT, why did you change this? did you do any logs and were not happy with the results?

Don't need it, I have a bar and plate intercooler rated to 350bhp, aiming for 325bhp with no intention of going further, so I don't need the PA intercooler. just because it's huge and rated to 450bhp doesn't make it necessary, smaller bar and plate IC will be more efficient for my intended power level.

 

[RobDon]

Loving the new look of the car rob esp as its in the nicest colour. Been constantly reading the build thread over the last few years on here and the old se forum its like a totally different car.

What power is your car just now? 290bhp mark?

You must be taking frightfully a big hit on all the stuff you've bought new then sold on again to fund the big turbo kit? Not to mention all the changes over the years.

Many thanks. Around 290 yes. Too big yes, that's why I'm calling time on more spending soon and calling it a day, this is the last push to get the car 100% as I want it in all aspects.

 

[jamiebennett81]

Don't need it, I have a bar and plate intercooler rated to 350bhp, aiming for 325bhp with no intention of going further, so I don't need the PA intercooler. just because it's huge and rated to 450bhp doesn't make it necessary, smaller bar and plate IC will be more efficient for my intended power level.

so you have logged how efficient the old PA kit was Vs. your new setup?

 

[RobDon]

I don't need to over-analyse it, less pressure drop with the bar & plate IC, same outlet temps so it's more efficient and suits my goals.

 

[Indy]

Decided to sell as much as I can to part fund the big turbo kit I desire. Going to try and sell the SEM manifold, Backdraft baffled sump, Pro Alloy intercooler plus once the new kit is fitted the hybrid GT2X, Tigart manifold, Milltek 3" downpipe, LCR injectors, etc.

I've worked it out that if I sell everything I can, the 325bhp Backdraft big turbo kit is within my reach, so I want to go for it!!!

You definetly on the right track as far as the BDM kits is concered. Mark and Alex are fantastic chaps who really looked after me. As you know I bought the GT2871 kit from them and was gob smacked by the good quality of the kit. One thing you will really appreciate is the design of the manifold which has a good point flow.

If I was you I'd still keep the SEM manifold as that will give you better performance and have that tunned with your 70mm TB + the BDM kit.

Bill will be putting on the final touches on my car and a customized stage 3 Map on the 28/29th of this month. Once the cars mapped I will give you guys an update.

By the way are you going for the smaller housing or the bigger housing with the GT2860 kit?

 

[RobDon]

If I keep the SEM then I can't afford the kit - can't have both! If I kept them SEM due to not being able to sell it then I'll just have to stick with what I have. (or maybe switch to the BDM hybrid K04-023 setup)

I'd be going for the smaller 0.64 A/R as I'd rather have fast spool than top end.

 

[DaNnY_LaD]

Have you tryed selling it on the Bay rob?

Would Defo shift then.