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  1. TypeR 2009

    Friend wants advice on modding EP3

    My friend has seen that I've gotten pretty heavy into my fn2 & has now started thinking of doing his EP3 up, so my question is.... best induction kit - more for performance than sound but with abit of noise best cat back system - ideally as quiet as possible with the performance taking priority...
  2. TypeR 2009

    New look forum graphics - buy them here!

    Cheers bud
  3. TypeR 2009

    New look forum graphics - buy them here!

    I'm wanting the external ones please forgot to add that. cheers
  4. TypeR 2009

    New look forum graphics - buy them here!

    Hi Mook, just sent payment through of £8.50 for the pair mate, I've added address in message to seller. cheers scott
  5. TypeR 2009

    Return of the Footwell Lighting Kits!

    Hi Rick, I am wanting a set of these lights for my type r fn2 in red with the dimmer kit too, how do I go about purchasing these from yourself? cheers scott
  6. TypeR 2009

    Body kit upgrades

    Open to opinions on this one & pictures too if anybody has them. BUMPERS & SPOILER 1. Mugen rear spoiler & GP rear splitter 2. Mugen rear spoiler & mugen rear bumper 3. Full GP kit & no mugen spoiler BONNETS 1. Tegiwa standard carbon fibre bonnet 2. Tegiwa vented carbon fibre bonnet 3. Mugen...
  7. TypeR 2009

    Fn2 noise.... Gearbox or engine ????

    Gearbox issues are never going to be on the cheap side though are they, ive not heard of this common issue before, is it a problem that you can live with without knackering the gearbox up? like i say it never happens in any other gear just 2nd at that particular RPM only when the pedal is on at...
  8. TypeR 2009

    BP Ulitimate Unleaded or Shell V power Unleaded

    It seems like everybody has there own opinion when it comes to which fuel to use, i just run 2 full tanks of BP Ultimate through & only managed to get 220 miles out of it before it got to the last bar on the fuel gauge, 70% steady 30% v-Tec'ing. V power im getting around 250-260 out of a full...
  9. TypeR 2009

    Fn2 noise.... Gearbox or engine ????

    I know the sound you are talking about as ive heard from other forum threads. This particular noise only happens between 2000-3500 RPM in second gear & only when accelerating, everything sounds fine when im off the gas no whining etc. I am starting to think it may be the actual bearing in 2nd...
  10. TypeR 2009

    Fn2 noise.... Gearbox or engine ????

    Got this noise coming from either the gearbox or engine. it only makes this whirling noise in 2nd gear from 2000-3500 rpm. the noise is a lot more prominent when starting from cold, once I've being driving a couple of hours the noise seems to subside. It's getting to the point where it's bugging...
  11. TypeR 2009

    BP Ulitimate Unleaded or Shell V power Unleaded

    I've being using the v power more often than not but currently the pump prices are £1.31 a litre round near me which I think is a p*** take. Just running a tank or normal unleaded through at the minute, come remap time ** have it mapped on v power sounds like that's the best bet, if I'm to map...
  12. TypeR 2009

    BP Ulitimate Unleaded or Shell V power Unleaded

    I'm getting it custom mapped in June at TDI north, currently running milltek non res cat back & hks rsk, so would it make abit of difference mapping on super or should I wait until I get the manifold & rrc inlet sorted then get it mapped again on super?
  13. TypeR 2009

    BP Ulitimate Unleaded or Shell V power Unleaded

    Just a quick poll as to which fuel people use in there fn2 type r's, standard or modified. Also are their any benefits to having your car mapped on super once other mods have being put onto the car?
  14. TypeR 2009

    Rocker Cover Respray.... Issue?

    Well when I speak to the coating company ** tell them I do not want any overspray going inside the rocker, I'm sure being professionals they can do that. If not ** find another company.
  15. TypeR 2009

    Rocker Cover Respray.... Issue?

    Sorry lads I've explained this slightly wrong, I mean obviously when the external/Viewable piece gets powder coated the excess paint particles that will stick to the inside of the rocker, hope this makes more sense. Cheers
  16. TypeR 2009

    Rocker Cover Respray.... Issue?

    Wanting to get my rocker cover sprayed up professionally being quoted a good price, just wanting to know if this carries any issues as the paint will also go on the inside of the rocker, also will I need new rocker gasket etc. any help appreciated Scott
  17. TypeR 2009

    Which drop 15mm or 30mm with FRSU

    i guess it seems like each to there own when it comes to Tein or Eibach, think im going to go for the 15mm Eibach's as they seem to be the most popular choice. cheers for the input though. cant wait to be able to have a decent ride again as those standard springs just arnt good enough.
  18. TypeR 2009

    Which drop 15mm or 30mm with FRSU

    Sounds like my minds made up already, if you've had the 15's on your previous car & now your getting 15's back on your new one it says a lot. Anything has to be an improvement over that crashy standard suspension, I've got to the point now where everyday driving bugs me hearing the awful ride &...
  19. TypeR 2009

    Which drop 15mm or 30mm with FRSU

    Going to be getting all the suspension sorted out very soon, basically wanting to know the pros & cons of each... 1. Handling of both 2. Speed bump issues etc. 3. Firmness/softness of either
  20. TypeR 2009

    FN2 - 14 Piece silicone Blue Hose Kit, fiddly to fit??? Help

    I've managed to dress the bay up pretty well so far, got the mugen oil cap, spoon ressy socks, password battery tie down, hks rsk obviously blue pipe work for that & a s*** load of blue password washers on so far. Fancy getting the rocker done same colour as the hose kit & then the rest of the...
  21. TypeR 2009

    FN2 - 14 Piece silicone Blue Hose Kit, fiddly to fit??? Help

    Thinking about buying this 14 piece blue silicone hose kit off flee bay to dress the engine bay abit, already have a few blue anodized parts under the bonnet, so just adding to the collection. just wondering if fitting this kit is a fiddly job i.e liquid & coolant leakage's etc. which hoses are...
  22. TypeR 2009

    19inch aftermarket alloy suggestions?

    I'm wanting to buy some aftermarket 19's for my car it's nighthawk black, currently have 19 inch rage alloys in anthracite which look good but fancy a change, any suggestions would be helpful. Also how much would my rage alloys be worth to sell all running on eagle F1 tyres in excellent con...
  23. TypeR 2009

    Group N hondata flashpro

    I was only planning on running the map for a month or two maximum until I've got the money for a trip to TDI north for a custom map & the FRSU. So ** still be able to tell the difference for the time being? It all come down to £££, got to keep the missus sweet whilst I'm blowing stupid amounts...
  24. TypeR 2009

    Group N hondata flashpro

    Hi, i current have the hks rsk with tegiwa heatsheild on & a milltek non res. car back system . I have just ordered the hondata flashpro & intend to put the group N map on for the meantime whilst money funds build up ready for more mods. Just wanting to know how different will the car feel with...
  25. TypeR 2009

    FN2 Hondata Flashpro Help

    Does anybody know where the cheapest place to purchase one of these is, or on the other hand if i could get one second hand i would consider it. cheers for any help
  26. TypeR 2009

    FN2 Remap Wanted, HELP Needed!!!!

    I am wanting to have my fn2 mapped, I currently have the hks rsk & milltek non resonated system on it, I'm from Leeds/bradford area & wanting to know where remaps these cars to a high standard, without the price flying through the roof. Any suggestion would be appreciated.
  27. TypeR 2009

    MARTELIUS CAT BACK (FN2) HELP

    Cheers loxy really appreciate the advice, im totally thrown out now as to weather to go ahead with the Martelius or give the milltek non res. system a go. would really like to hear other peoples imput on the martelius system who have actully had it fitted for a while. i get what your saying with...
  28. TypeR 2009

    MARTELIUS CAT BACK (FN2) HELP

    when you say loud is an understatment, how loud we talking, as ive seen loads of youtube videos & they dont seem crazy loud. Ive also being looking at the Milltek Non Res. system but not sure if that will be loud enough as i do tend to like the louder systems like subaru loud etc.
  29. TypeR 2009

    MARTELIUS CAT BACK (FN2) HELP

    Hi, I am new to this forum & am wanting to know is the martelius system a good choice to make, i understand they are loud which is fine, but what kind of bhp will it give me? i currently have the hks rsk on the car & once i have bought the cat back system i plan to have it mapped at TDI North...
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