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  5. Posted · Report reply

    I got Silent Coat. Its cheap and you can choose different sheets or a larger pack if you decide to insulate rear under seats or sides later.

    To be honest I probably should have put more as it does make a difference (may be at some stage in the future).

    Dynamat is more expensive but seem to get better reviews.

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    did you install yourself? i was concerned that itll be a pain to do 
    Nope, was not brave enough even after reading how easy it is.

    Good man Del at Polimax did it for me while I was getting windows tinted.
    He did it much cheaper, but the range I was quoted from few other places (mind you in London) was between 90 and 120 quid (plus deadening material that you can select or buy yourself on Amazon or Ebay)

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    I have got Focals with SilentCoat installed this weekend (photos and comments to follow in my blog).

    Obviously not as good as my family Lexus, but its a noticeable improvement, particularly low volume bass. It wouldn't be my 1st item on the mods list, but its reasonably priced and hopefully will make longer trips a bit more enjoyable.

    Although I have already seen a woofer that can be installed instead of space saver and its removable for track days... unfortunately more expensive...

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    Event Title: JDM Combe - June 2, 2018
    Event Author: VAD17
    Event Date: 02.06.2018

    JDM Combe

    Castle Combe's Japanese car show!

    Saturday 2 June 2018, Castle Combe Ciruit.

    www.jdmcombe.com www.jdmcombe.com

    Featuring:
    - Track sessions
    - Club stands
    - Drift displays
    - Show and Shine
    - Trade village
    - Passenger rides
    - Much more!

    Club Members - book club pass using the link below

    http://jdmcombe.com/club-member-zone/

    You can now purchase club passes and reduced price track time for JDM Combe. To do this you will need to select your club from the dropdown list in the club member zone, and input the following code when selecting items for purchase.

    Your unique club booking code is: TGSBDCJDM
    This code is to be used by your club members only and we request that it is not shared with third parties.

    1. @VAD17 (organizer)

    2. @Rob_86(confirmed)

    3. GreenSpring

    4. @CiaranPW (confirmed)

    Entrance through the GREY GATE, Club Stand TB11 (map attached)

    JDM Combe 2Jun18 - map.jpg

    JDM Combe 2Jun18 - club stand.jpg

    JDM Combe - June 2, 2018

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    I'm potentially interested in a resonated one for the right price.
    What would the dB reading be for a resonated one be (UEL manifold but otherwise stock exhaust)?   It's 84dB for me now (with just the UEL header), and would like to keep it under 90 so I can still be admited at  Thruxton.
    Adi - off topic, but when are you planning to go to Thruxton?

    I would also be interested in db reading for the future though.

    All - dumb question- with TD (or another aftermarket) manifold, if you go with this how do you deal with MOT? I am sure there is an answer on the forum, but thought this may be a place to ask.


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    Decided and ordered IS165TOY...

    I am not an audiophile by any means and usually just make the music loud enough, but listening to the same music back to back after Lexus made me think that even a basic upgrade of door speakers would be a worthwhile mod.

    I might be wrong, but my impression was that dash speakers did not sound that bad, but door speakers did not have bass at all and unlike in Lexus barely add to the depths of sound.

    The back seat speakers also barely noticeable, but I decided not to bother hoping changing door speakers and a bit of extra sound insulation can make enough difference to keep me content.

    Will see next weekend...

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    Would anyone be interested in doing a 4-person day at North Weald Airfield with Carlimits?

    Cost is £225 per person

    https://carlimits.com/

    From the Carlimits website:

    Airfield Driver Training Days

    Our most popular 2 or 4 person days operate in the safe environment of North Weald Airfield, Essex. Your instructor, Andrew Walsh or another suitably qualified and experienced instructor, will ensure the day is bespoke to your needs, using exercises that lend themselves to a variety of techniques.

    For example, on the high speed bend you may experience understeer and oversteer and learn how to correct them, improve your steering, learn balanced and trailing throttle, left foot braking, heel and toe and even how to control the rotation of your car and get it back inline from 90 degrees! We use a circuit around soft cones in the afternoon to put your new techniques into practise and learn even more.

    4 spaces usually need to be booked well in advance. Few options below

    - May 9th, 2019

    - August 27th, 2019

    - August 28th, 2019

    I'd be up for either of these 3 (August preferred). If we have enough interest (i.e. say 3 agree on the date) we can book a day and then someone else can join later.

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    Regarding coolant hose - thats probably question to Mike.
    I wanted TD NA tune and after talking to Mike and explaining how I use the car and drive it, I just let him customize it based on my "wish list". I am still experiencing it and experimenting...
    I also got silicone intake hose, KSports front BBK, braided lines, Yellowstuff pads front and rears, Tein Flex A, and Rays GramLights CR57 with MPS4 tyres.
    TD did all the work, changed fluids, aligned wheels, plus did 1st service.
    I must also add - its been a pleasure dealing with Mike and talking to him, superb customer service. (Mike - thanks for your patience with quite a few dumb questions from me).
    I will be coming back for more, even considering the long drive its worth it.

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    Thinking about doing Silverstone again.

    Opentrack.co.uk has GP track day on March 18th (£275).

    I expect it would be a little crowded as is relatively good price and on Sunday, but it was a lot of fun in November and very interesting to be on track with a number of very expensive and a lot more powerful cars.

    I also have a family friend who is very keen to do few laps at Silly, so will try to get him 1 or 2 sessions with instructor and then ask kind fellow (more experienced) drivers if he can tag along for a few laps.

    Anyone would like to join?

    I am thinking if with few people it may be worth getting an instructor for the full day and and get 3-4 sessions each.

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    Looks good. Think the Rays wheel nuts are fine. I've got the same ones on mine if they are the steel ones? 
     
    They are duralumin (I think).
    Rays website has GT86 photos that's just pure art (no, I will not use the other word), and longer wheel lug nuts just visually so nice...
    But I am not sure about the center caps. It looks ok on photo, but I just dont like classic black ones (not even sure why).

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    I have got NA tune package done by Mike@TD.co.uk just before new year and now after 150+ miles I thought I am ready to post couple comments.

    Power: + 21HP max/ + 25HP mid range. Mid-range torque: +>30%, about 40 Fltb @ 4k rpm

    I must admit I did not feel GT86 lacked power for daily driving, may be apart from track days (and only because I needed to overcompensate for my insufficient ability), but the torque dip mid range was something I felt could have been better from the very time I left the dealership.

    Now, the torque dip has been completely eliminated and the car no longer hesitates before reaching 5k rpms. I fact, anything above 2.5-3k feels like a different driving experience - its much more eager to please, no lingering and lot more fun to drive (although going over speed limit now happens quicker). I noticed that I subconsciously use paddle shifters to keep slightly higher revs that auto normally does (and the MPG did go down a bit).

    Mike has pretty much "fixed" the only thing I felt somewhat underwhelmed about. I am very glad I decided not to wait much longer (well, lasted only 6mths before doing my first mods - separate post to follow...) and totally agree with all the forum comments about this being pretty much "the best mod".

    Well, for a balanced review - one problem, now I want to try the turbo car and see how it feels and drives back-to-back with NA tuned. Totally Mike's fault for offering a "staged upgrade option" at reasonable price and solid workmanship :)

    The noise level is easily low enough for me to go to Thruxton, the tone has changed somewhat and due to the change in air filter its more noticeable when the intake increases. Engine noise no longer pumped into the cabin which was a pleasant surprise for the family (I let them wait until I decide to change the exhaust :)).

    I just cant wait to go and try it out on track.

    THANK YOU Mike!

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