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  1. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    Thinking out loud, but aren’t the OE wheels likely to be heavier? Therefore, wouldn’t it be ‘better’ to fit the track tyres to the lighter TE’s?
  2. TarmacNymph

    Hazz's 1971 mental Mini Clubman - JDM B18CR engine

    Long time indeed! And ah, got you. Back to the drawing board, then. Have seen the Rota’s. Sorry, RAYS. Haha.
  3. TarmacNymph

    Suits' Cosmic EP3 - ***Oil Leak 08/09/23

    “The loudest machine on the fucking planet…!”
  4. TarmacNymph

    Hazz's 1971 mental Mini Clubman - JDM B18CR engine

    Bump. More of a question really, but IIRC you had custom gearing fabricated on this didn't you? Out of curiosity, who completed the works? As my brain keeps pondering a final drive for the ST and there doesn't seem to be such a thing in the Ford World for anything post 80's.
  5. TarmacNymph

    Suits' Cosmic EP3 - ***Oil Leak 08/09/23

    Scheming turdsacks. Oh, and hello by the way!
  6. TarmacNymph

    FK8 HKS oil cooler and radar warning

    No personal experience with the FK8, but I would imagine that it could be 'mapped out' if using an aftermarket ECU such as Hondata. (Based on me being able to have my seatbelt warning light removed when I installed harnesses in my EP3 with the Hondata K-Pro).
  7. TarmacNymph

    Halo brake discs

    Considering the Yellowstuff pads are £95 on their own I'd expect the discs to be borderline garbage. You'd be better off sticking with OEM discs and looking into which pad compound would suit the use of the car (general daily / fast road / track toy, etc.).
  8. TarmacNymph

    2019 Supra GTS

    Women. Know your limits.
  9. TarmacNymph

    FL5 New Civic Type R

    Exactly. The only way you could import from Japan at book price would be if you could somehow manage to convince a Honda dealership to part with the car at RRP privately and then arrange the importation with a separate company. Very unlikely. Especially as I can't see any vehicles not being put...
  10. TarmacNymph

    Biggest compatible silver top battery for ep3

    For audio you're generally looking for the highest 'amp hour' figure in a battery that has an identical or smaller footprint than OEM; and make sure that the terminals are of the correct orientation (so that your +/- wiring for the car still reaches).
  11. TarmacNymph

    FL5 New Civic Type R

    I can't help but chuckle at all the 'Yanks' on the FB group. America seems a hateful place to live at the best of times; yet dealerships being allowed to virtually double the asking price of a vehicle (in some cases) over RRP is disgraceful behaviour. Owning a new vehicle shouldn't be about who...
  12. TarmacNymph

    FK8 Tyres...help a noob out....FK8

    I doubt that 255 would suit, as size recommendations are either 235 or 245. But so long as the fronts match and the rears match (rather than all matching) then that generally isn't an issue so long as they are equal in terms of performance (such as OEM Conti rear and MP4S fronts, for example).
  13. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    Is there any other type of audio installation...?
  14. TarmacNymph

    Do i need the arches rolled ???

    The spacers themselves won't require arch rolling as a result of fitment, but it will also depend on two other aspects. Is the car lowered? And how much negative camber you have on the wheels as part of your alignment?
  15. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    My shock was not as to the fact of owing the cat, but more that you would be carting it around with you on a road trip. Haha.
  16. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    I beg your pardon...? *confused
  17. TarmacNymph

    High output alternator for EP3?

    That would generally be an earthing fault somewhere. And you're welcome. The OEM battery might be okay, but depending on its age you may discover that the bigger bass drops draw too much current and dim all of your electrics (dash lights, headlights, etc).; so might be worth replacing if its...
  18. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    Chris, I think he has removed the cut-down ones and replaced them with OE length ones (the shiny one in his hand in the pic).
  19. TarmacNymph

    High output alternator for EP3?

    Firstly, 1200w would not generally be considered powerful and in need of a higher output alternator (of which the only options tend to be to importing from the States). Your best bet (and more adequate to your needs) would be to install a higher output battery from the likes of Optima or XS...
  20. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    Well, that is certainly what some would call... Er... 'Memorable'.
  21. TarmacNymph

    Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio

    But are they ceramics though, Chris? :p And Stephen, hurry up and post a video / audio clip of you driving through a tunnel, would you!?
  22. TarmacNymph

    Hazz's 1971 mental Mini Clubman - JDM B18CR engine

    Make sure you give your good lady your password for this forum so we can all be invited to your Mini-induced-funeral.....
  23. TarmacNymph

    K24 Build Advice

    Looking for an engine. Buys the whole car.
  24. TarmacNymph

    JDM Ep3 Exhaust

    Yes. It is just the manifold that differs (hence the requirement for a JDM front ARB if fitting any Japanese aftermarket header.
  25. TarmacNymph

    K24 Build Advice

    I wouldn't be able to give you a definitive list of all parts and auxiliaries, but I think that most utilise the bottom end of the Accord 2.4 engine and mate that to their pre-existing K20 head. The K24 comes in a few versions, from memory; with different torque capabilities, etc. So I'd opt for...
  26. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    I would assume as such. Not that I would have any knowledge or experience of the latter sentiment............
  27. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    A Bissell is your friend in these instances.
  28. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    Of course it isn't plug-and-play - how foolish of you to expect as such!
  29. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    Is it currently one of those cars that indicates when you apply the brakes, then? Haha.
  30. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    Christ alive. I admire your determination and refusal to accept 'GTFO' from the parts in question as a viable option! Haha.
  31. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    It never rains but it pours. When would be a good time to hand over my 'vehicle thread of dread' crown...? Haha.
  32. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    That carpet is something else! Also, kudos for bagging an OEM exhaust in such a condition given the age of the parts.
  33. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    IIRC, leather steering wheels blister like that due to sweat don't they?
  34. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    Valid. No point replacing them during the refurbishment stages. But certainly not something I'd personally keep once the car starts getting driven properly (whenever that may be).
  35. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    They really were in a sorry state, weren't they? Although, what on Earth are those hideous tyres?!
  36. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    Hector will not approve... ;):D
  37. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    Just liked to sit in the car in their greasy overalls and stroke the steering wheel....? Pervert.
  38. TarmacNymph

    Hazz’s JDM 1996 Pirates Black Integra Type R

    Balls deep from the offset. I approve.
  39. TarmacNymph

    Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio

    I think that the only thing missing from the steering wheel (which would really make it exceptional IMO), is a 12 o'clock marker strip in green to match that of the clover.
  40. TarmacNymph

    Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio

    Maybe that's where Nissan have fallen short then with the relocation of the paddles - that they aren't quite big enough to cater to my driving style. Haha. Low speed stuff is not an issue as obviously it isn't a concern to move your hand in these circumstances.
  41. TarmacNymph

    Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio

    How do you find the engagement when driving in terms of shifting whilst 'progressing'? Reason I ask is that I much preferred how the PFL Nissan GT-R was set up as the paddles were attached to the steering wheel and therefore you could change gear without the car needing to be facing forward...
  42. TarmacNymph

    Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio

    Beautiful. Guessing the paddle-shift plates are attached to the column rather than the steering wheel then?
  43. TarmacNymph

    Hazz's 1971 mental Mini Clubman - JDM B18CR engine

    You say that, but it did drive straight once IIRC... Through your garage door, wasn't it? *winks*
  44. TarmacNymph

    Hazz's 1971 mental Mini Clubman - JDM B18CR engine

    Being that I have just seen the other thread of the new imminent arrival, has this had its fate sealed? Or merely becoming the 'toy' of the collection?
  45. TarmacNymph

    Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio

    If we're honest, this was your first mistake...
  46. TarmacNymph

    Jimbothemagnificent's Zenki

    Aluminium BGW? Haha.
  47. TarmacNymph

    BMW M2 competition

    For crying out loud.... :eek:
  48. TarmacNymph

    Hazz's 1971 mental Mini Clubman - JDM B18CR engine

    Odd. In that I would have expected 13" to have been a common size, given all of the classics still doing the rounds in hill climbs, etc. But then I guess the UK in that respect is quite a niche market and doesn't cover an E-mark's geography.
  49. TarmacNymph

    N77's ex now being sorted by Simon & Jamie

    16 hours on a jig is no mean feat! Haha.
  50. TarmacNymph

    What did you do to your Type R today?

    Nope, that is DEFINITELY still in its box...... ;)
  51. TarmacNymph

    Hazz's 1971 mental Mini Clubman - JDM B18CR engine

    Is that because the E-mark for Yokohama A048R's was withdrawn a few years ago? Sad times.
  52. TarmacNymph

    Chris' Blue FD2 Track Car

    Getting there, slowly but surely. Being a 'new-build', you obviously don't have loft storage of the conventional nature (or the ability to fully board due to overlapping insulation to meet regs), but I bought 24 of these to at least be able to not have the loft as completely wasted space - Loft...
  53. TarmacNymph

    Chris' Blue FD2 Track Car

    Really good of the garage to pick up on that (caliper orientation) and it simply being a matter of swapping them over. As it would have been pretty dire if new brackets, etc needed to be manufactured!
  54. TarmacNymph

    BMW M2 competition

    Did BMW do you the same deal that they did on the last M2? As I seem to recall being pleasantly surprised with the price for the last set.
  55. TarmacNymph

    N77's ex now being sorted by Simon & Jamie

    Track toy or not I'd still be sick with myself, personally. But good that the car did what it was meant to and kept you guys safe.
  56. TarmacNymph

    BMW M2 competition

    Absolutely sexual suspension.
  57. TarmacNymph

    Hazz's 1971 mental Mini Clubman - JDM B18CR engine

    Better they discover it has no brakes in situ than you when you take it out for the first time... Haha.
  58. TarmacNymph

    Hazz's 1971 mental Mini Clubman - JDM B18CR engine

    Definitely a double-edged sword then.
  59. TarmacNymph

    Hazz's 1971 mental Mini Clubman - JDM B18CR engine

    I read "So this is the last chance for the block before it has to be binned"... :eek: Glad I reread it, haha.
  60. TarmacNymph

    2019 Supra GTS

    What he said. :p
  61. TarmacNymph

    2019 Supra GTS

    Why not indeed.
  62. TarmacNymph

    Partyvan's 270bhp N/A track slut

    Ah yes, that's what I meant. :lol:
  63. TarmacNymph

    Partyvan's 270bhp N/A track slut

    I remember when I was a teenager there was a guy a few roads away that had the Lotus (Cavalier) Carlton. Was a beautiful looking machine.
  64. TarmacNymph

    Mark's Championship White FK8 GT

    What he doesn't tell you is that it's only a 3ft tree... :lol:
  65. TarmacNymph

    Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio

    An attempt to carbon offset, perhaps? :lol:
  66. TarmacNymph

    What did you do to your Type R today?

    Rather have daft wheels on and stay on the road, TBF. :lol:
  67. TarmacNymph

    Partyvan's 270bhp N/A track slut

    The Calibra seems somewhat out of its depth amongst the rest of that list. A car that you've wanted since you were young, perhaps?
  68. TarmacNymph

    Partyvan's 270bhp N/A track slut

    You were just starting to pick up steam!
  69. TarmacNymph

    EP3 TEGIWA HUBCENTRIC WHEEL SPACERS 15MM

    It's not just the material of the spacer to take into consideration, but that of the auxiliaries such as the nuts/bolts and attached studs. A risk is that these are fabricated using a lesser grade steel and therefore run the risk of failing sooner than a more expensive brand (read; the embossed...
  70. TarmacNymph

    BMW M2 competition

    Famous last words! I'm sure a small fettling will occur somewhere along the way, though perhaps not from the likes of Milltek.
  71. TarmacNymph

    Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio

    Like you I find myself almost breaking my neck at the detriment of safety to all those around me to gaze at one of these on the rare occasions that you actually see one in the wild! Lovely colour too. Are the ceramic brakes not a future option? As I'm sure they could be upgraded even though...
  72. TarmacNymph

    2019 Supra GTS

    I fully expect to see this feature on YouTube via Dash Cam Owners Australia in the near future. :lol:
  73. TarmacNymph

    FK8 General FK8 (10th Gen) CTR Release chat

    I very much doubt it weighs a great deal. :lol:
  74. TarmacNymph

    2019 Supra GTS

    Sexual. :twisted:
  75. TarmacNymph

    WelshyWelsh's FK8

    Surely if you intend to drive it hard it's better for the engine to be in warranty if you're going to blow it up, say? :lol: And no they aren't a bad looking car, just I'm finding the quietness of it boring, the fact it has thirsty fuel habits for very little theatre, and is actually slower...
  76. TarmacNymph

    WelshyWelsh's FK8

    What would be the driver in waiting for the engine to be out of warranty? And I'm slowly falling down the pecking order I'm afraid. Have a mk3.5 (facelift) Focus ST estate now, after killing the Volvo in spectacular fashion.
  77. TarmacNymph

    WelshyWelsh's FK8

    Welcome back, stranger! Oh, and get the Alfa while the getting is good on the residual value for the FK8 is still high. :lol:
  78. TarmacNymph

    FK8 General FK8 (10th Gen) CTR Release chat

    Just looks like an A4 to me.
  79. TarmacNymph

    Partyvan's 270bhp N/A track slut

    Well you're certainly on the right track to achieving it! :shock: :twisted:
  80. TarmacNymph

    Front strut brace EP3 + K20/K24 + AC

    http://www.carbing.co.jp/international/products/strut/detail/6142190.shtml This should do the trick.
  81. TarmacNymph

    FK8 General FK8 (10th Gen) CTR Release chat

    I was going to say the same, as they have four number plate fixing points in a square shape rather than two for a rectangular UK plate.
  82. TarmacNymph

    What did you do to your Type R today?

    Having seen one of the Works GP's in the flesh (albeit with better wheels on than in the video) I am surprised to admit just how much I liked it. That, and it sounded very nice indeed - although I'm not sure if it was standard as as I say, it didn't have Mini wheels on it.
  83. TarmacNymph

    N77's ex now being sorted by Simon & Jamie

    Are you sure that you and Jamie count as adults, Simon? :lol: And I thought it was just the four of you; do have parents living with as well?
  84. TarmacNymph

    N77's ex now being sorted by Simon & Jamie

    Neighbours must think that you're a wheeler dealer. :lol:
  85. TarmacNymph

    N77's ex now being sorted by Simon & Jamie

    I think your household needs more cars....
  86. TarmacNymph

    What did you do to your Type R today?

    Solid shifter bushings, Fan.
  87. TarmacNymph

    Skoda Superb 3.6 V6 4x4 Estate DSG

    So a reflash will take the power up to where it's supposed to be then? ;) I follow them on FB and have noticed this, which is what drove the desire somewhat. But the fact that they're ten plus years old and that I've never imported a car before gave me butterflies and I wimped out. :lol:
  88. TarmacNymph

    Skoda Superb 3.6 V6 4x4 Estate DSG

    So this is essentially a Passat R36? Have to be honest that I'm not surprised that there is a Skoda variant, but I have never actually seen one on the road. I did toy with the idea of a R36 estate to replace the Volvo, but there weren't many about. And being a fairly old model now I doubt the...
  89. TarmacNymph

    Chris' Blue FD2 Track Car

    Poor baby... :( But every mile is a smile.
  90. TarmacNymph

    Chris' Blue FD2 Track Car

    A smidge under 100 miles per month!
  91. TarmacNymph

    2020 Nissan Y62 Patrol Series 5

    So, never that many miles... :lol: And 260 litres of fuel is colossal! And fairly heavy I'd imagine. So more fuel used to carry all the fuel. :lol:
  92. TarmacNymph

    Hazz's 1971 mental Mini Clubman - JDM B18CR engine

    Tough call. Personally I'd want to keep it N/A, but then it isn't my car. Plus, I'd be mindful of a wallop of boost plus tiny brakes. :lol:
  93. TarmacNymph

    FK8 Anybody with an FK8 own or owned a Nissan GT-R?

    Yes, the costs involved of taking it to an GT-R authorised Nissan dealership (there's only a handful in the country) are always astronomical, and servicing by a decent specialist (such as Litchfield) will always cost less. And regards to tyres, using an independent will save about £1,000 on four.
  94. TarmacNymph

    FK8 Anybody with an FK8 own or owned a Nissan GT-R?

    Hey Mondie, so, to answer some of the queries... From brand new there is the 'delivery service' after a thousand miles or so. Then a 6 month service and then yearly / 6 month rotation services thereafter (as multiple items require servicing at different intervals). Average cost per service at...
  95. TarmacNymph

    FK8 Anybody with an FK8 own or owned a Nissan GT-R?

    I haven't owned (or driven for that matter) a FK8 but from what I read I would well imagine that they would be a very different beast to a GT-R - which I haven't owned personally but my Dad is on his third one and I have driven all of them a fair distance as well as tracked them. While the GT-R...
  96. TarmacNymph

    2020 Nissan Y62 Patrol Series 5

    I'd like to think that you measured the garage prior to purchase to ensure that it would actually fit that snugly, but my guess is that you got lucky when you brought it home! Also, a 120 litre tank is quite substantial.
  97. TarmacNymph

    What did you do to your Type R today?

    Buy cheap, buy twice. :lol:
  98. TarmacNymph

    FK8 General FK8 (10th Gen) CTR Release chat

    So tallying up the Mugen parts listed on Tegiwa (so I am sure that there would be more to the range), you're looking at £29,370 without the Modulo wheels. Add them at £10,800 a set without tyres and I'm sure that there will be a very limited number of insurance options available to you! :lol...
  99. TarmacNymph

    FK8 General FK8 (10th Gen) CTR Release chat

    I like the new bonnet and wing, although the prices are somewhat of a shock! (Wing is around £7,500 I believe).
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