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RE: Rhys' Mk2 2dr - 2lt, Quad Throttle Bodies
2005/08/13 16:27:46
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Looks bloody tuff as nuts man.. bet u get some weird looks cruising up and down the street with no bonnet and a stupid grin !! There is nothing like taking a nearly finshed project car for its first legal drive  i went sideways out of QLD transport, when mine was 1st registered, hehe [^]
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RE: Rhys' Mk2 2dr - 2lt, Quad Throttle Bodies
2005/08/13 21:05:48
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Thanks to all for the comments. Was bit suprised at all the feedback. Makes all the effort even better [:p]
Mk2_2dr_2L, it was weird driving round the block, it seemed like more people were out and about than usual, they've probably seen me working on it for last yr and half and now driving it. Got a few waves and thumbs up.
Mr. Mk2, enigne is 2lt, 40thou overbore, duratec pistons, oversize s/s valves, fair bit of port work, hardened exhaust seats for PULP, pear shaped inlet ports for injection, enlarged exhaust ports, Kent Fr32 cam, double valve springs, adjustable cam wheel. Currently running 38DGAS weber, but will put injerction on when ive run it in. Suspension is a work in progress. Front has capri struts with sigma roll tops, 220lb king springs, with capri koni reds. Antidive kit with RS swaybar, want to swap for 24 or 27mm though. Rear is lowered re-set 4leafs setup with budget monroes I bought back in yr 12. Haha, I was poor ok. Waiting on a set of koni yellows for it and springs could do with being replaced and new bushes.
Ashley, was pretty loud without bonnet, but I loved it. And the neighbours had to as well [:x)] problem i've got is its idling at 2500 when hot or 2000 when cold. They love it!
Ton, all the best with your porject mate, will be a great feeling.
Another update: After work today, put bonnet on but bonnet release is stuffed, painted bumperettes and rear bumper and one door mirror with spray can I've got colour matched so it doesn't look like police bait. Will get it all sprayed properly soon as im not happy with the bonnet and inside of boot needs to be done, so when paints in the gun I'll get it all done properly.
Took Russ for a drive 2nite, lost 1of the bolts holding alternator on. Good a grinding noise coming from front left wheel (i think.... will investigate next week) Still idling to high, but think Russ was midly suprised at how it went. So we shall have the brothery drag as soon as its possible!
I won't hold my breath [:I] but injection and a tune will help me a bit.
Also to all the Adelaide guys, look forward to cruising soon.
Rhys
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RE: Rhys' Mk2 2dr - 2lt, Quad Throttle Bodies
2005/08/27 16:43:48
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will we ever see pics of it all set up?[;^)]
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RE: Rhys' Mk2 2dr - 2lt, Quad Throttle Bodies
2005/08/28 21:21:15
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Thanks Mk2 Girl
Rhys, will get pics of it again when spoiler is on and bumpers/mirrors are painted properly and car is buffed.
So not sure when that will be....hopefully sooner rather than later.
Will put them up as soon as can.
Rhys
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RE: Rhys' Mk2 2dr - 2lt, Quad Throttle Bodies
2005/08/28 21:51:31
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quote: Originally posted by 2lt_Scort [br]Thanks Mk2 Girl
Rhys, will get pics of it again when spoiler is on and bumpers/mirrors are painted properly and car is buffed.
So not sure when that will be....hopefully sooner rather than later.
Will put them up as soon as can.
Rhys
haha nah thats cool, if i get time i might stop by sumtime an look at the beuty
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RE: Rhys' Mk2 2dr - 2lt, Quad Throttle Bodies
2005/08/29 18:47:02
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Been told Saturday it will get its buff, so your welcome to have a look after that.
Rhys
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RE: Rhys' Mk2 2dr - 2lt, Quad Throttle Bodies
2005/08/30 18:11:38
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Tonight in Adelaide were expecting winds of up to 100km/h so went for a drive this arvo while it was still nice and got some pics before covering it over for a long night. I under estimated the amount of neg camber that I've got since converting to Sigma roll tops. Tried to show it in the pics. Download Attachment: DSCN5340.JPG62.49 KB Download Attachment: DSCN5349.JPG50.49 KB Download Attachment: DSCN5350.JPG82.18 KB Download Attachment: DSCN5338.JPG42.66 KB Download Attachment: DSCN5355.JPG28.14 KB As you can see by the pics, still a way to go. But I guess this is a small update. Rhys Also had my b-day over the weekend and this was the cake I got [:x)] Download Attachment: DSCN5320.JPG65.79 KB
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RE: Rhys' Mk2 2dr - 2lt, Quad Throttle Bodies
2005/08/30 18:53:24
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Looks awesome. Seeing projects almost finished makes me want to get off my arse and work on mine. [:p] Nice cake too.
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RE: Rhys' Mk2 2dr - 2lt, Quad Throttle Bodies
2005/08/30 19:04:12
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Whats that fan thing up the top of your engine bay? I'm guessing from that pic u like your cable ties.
Good to see it progressing.
Like the cake.
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RE: Rhys' Mk2 2dr - 2lt, Quad Throttle Bodies
2005/08/30 19:23:16
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That colour looks great... goes well with the silver wheels too. What colour is it?
Oh, and Happy Birthday
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RE: Rhys' Mk2 2dr - 2lt, Quad Throttle Bodies
2005/08/30 19:44:29
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looking good  you and russ had that race yet? cheers Huw
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RE: Rhys' Mk2 2dr - 2lt, Quad Throttle Bodies
2005/08/30 19:47:28
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Very Nice!!  That is looking awesome mate! well done Happy Birthday for the weekend mate, sorry I didn't get back to you earlier but I've sent you an E-mail Not long til it's cruising now! Alastair
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RE: Rhys' Mk2 2dr - 2lt, Quad Throttle Bodies
2005/08/30 21:15:15
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Awesome cake !!! on my birthdays all i get is family members coming up and asking me when im gonna get rid of my 'crappy old car' and get something 'decent' .. none of them have been game enough for a ride in the passenger seat as yet tho !! haha
What are you doing with the heater plenum ? are you gonna use a bolt on arrangement ?
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RE: Rhys' Mk2 2dr - 2lt, Quad Throttle Bodies
2005/08/30 22:46:22
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lookin great!! these winds are really f&%ked up at the moment damn near blew me off the road !!haha
happy Bday, that cake looks great were u sober enough to see it on the night?[88][88][88]
cheers rhys
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RE: Rhys' Mk2 2dr - 2lt, Quad Throttle Bodies
2005/08/30 22:58:06
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Looking Good Rhys!
That heater dome!!!, i guess it will never rust coz leaves will never get stuck but you would be getting alot of hot air from engine going straight in to the cabin no matter what.
Michael
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