joeyee

Although endless brake pads are quite good, they do eat up the rotors very quickly. Not sure for corolla models.

Looks like i gonna miss it, i'll be in Manchaster for work

I had a set of D2 coilovers now, on average the quality isnt good, but I have one of the best set in aus. y? cos i didnt buy it from the group guy. ppl who went with the group buy got the D2s with track spring rate with street shocks setup. Lucky mine is 5kg 7kg so it is very comfortable and my never had any issues with the clinging noise anymore. If u come around a second hand one, dont buy them unless u try them first. Cos half of ppl who went with the D2 group had no idea, and i think the previous owner of d2, who sold the business, was not honest too personally tein is the super wagon version, so it was for the toyota fielder , not runx. Best will be getting either koni's kings springs or cusco if u are willing to pay. However, do u know that half of these jap brand they only assemble the parts now, half of the original equipment are made in taiwan. bc went bankrupt and sold it to aai in taiwan, so now most bc stuff r made in taiwan, but what the hack you pay what u get for. Also my d2 is in gd nick cos i been looking after it, i drive carefully in the street avoiding pot holes. i know some ppl dont and end up damaging their coilovers and they dont know.

I m interested if someone can give me a lift down. I have a place to stay back home so thats not a problem.

I'll try to attend if i can.

well, becos they make more margins by selling u the cat back than spending lot of time port the headers.

From what I have in car now, CES does a gd job with the ported headers. From my experience working at GM Holden b4, all stock headers comes with rough edges and unconsistent flow, due to manufacturer cost. They cost around within $10 US to manufacturer for mass production. The only way to get a smooth flow you need to machine to the precise smoothness to allow that, cars like BMW M3, HSV clubsport etc... when they said the exhaust is upgraded to get more power, mainly its the headers are doing the job (I know this from the HSV engineers).... So getting ported header is definitely a big gain, how much gain, well it depends on the workmanship. Since CES has done many the ported sportivo headers, I will go for them even they are a bit expensive. On the other hand, does the catback gained any performance? correct me, but I personally think not,. I think the best gain is get the ported headers from CES and keep the stock exhaust. I think I might need a bit of tuning to gain my performance in the catback install. Although I personally dont believe the cat back will gain any performance, CES cat back I am happy cos they provide a sound tone without causing grieve in loudness. I personally dont think there is much gain can be done on NA sportivo as compared to my previous car, may be i am making a big statement. Hmm maybe Bill also agree the only way is probably going to Turbo if you want any huge gain for sportivo. Reason I say that is I used to have a Pulsar SSS N15, I was able to have get my SSS matching any Integra type R after modifications (non-turbo, and cheaper and easier mod to find than sportivo), consider the stock SSS is a lot slower car to start with. I think one of the reason can be the kerb weight of the SSS I had is under 1100kg while the sportivo is a lot heavier.

Hmm I try to make it this time. Going to service my car this sat, so my car is legal again.

I'll try to get there for the long wkend. Guys from melb, my car is in sydney atm, so i might be flying back to melb to attend if I can. For those who still remember my car, i might not drive down this time.

For my opinion, paying oover 3.5 k for a set of cusco is not worth the money, for my budget. I agree that the cusco can be superior over other srpings and damper kits, does the cusco provide 2 times better than the shock and spring kit? For ppl with lots of money, yeap they can buy anything they want, but I personally think that i only buy the product for what is worth for, if the cusco was around $800-2k of course its a bargain over the koni and eibachs, but not double the price. especially with car mod, yonce you reach a price range, the more money to spend the less performance gain you get I agree that the overall performance can be gained by spending on tyres, sway bars with the suspension too. YIf you stick with crappy tires and a cusco, it is more likely when you lose traction of the tires, it lost of traction will come much quicker and harder for drivers to response. Also, if the car is only used for street use, I think the koni yellows and eibach springs will also provide comfort over the cusco, no matter which coil over kit you buy. as they end to have softer spring rate. Finally, its all depends on the drivers skills to be able to feel the difference with 2 shockers, if the driver isnt gd, he or she wont able to maximise the performance, then its not worth it.

I suggest you ring alpine australia for support to find a CD. Alterntively you can bring it to the apline dealers, i m sure they can help u

Hmmi going to have my car fixed with the HIDs since one is on and off. Not sure if I can get it done, otherwise I cant drive at night.

i m looking for the alpine in car gps, cos I have a W202 headunit, think the in car gps will fit.

Hi, as many of u know that i have moved to sydney and so I dont know any cheap car audio places. I am thinking of getting the in car Alpine GPS, so it goes into my alpine touchscreen i have now. DOes anyone know where to ask?

sorry guys, i thin k i may be goin back to melb for the wkend,.

Guys, As many of u r aware I only moved into Sydney and I need to find a good mechanic so can service my car, also get me a transfer document from vic licence to nsw I also need to fix my bumper and looking at repaint my front bumper with all the marks and chips Can anyone suggest? I live in st leonards. I am aware that at artarmon there r many car fixing companies, does anyone know any there? So far I only have bill provided me with some feedback. Joey

That would be great man. Cos I want to buy lots of stuff there, like a sofa bed and a bed too. Also I going to get a 40" or 46" LCD for my apartment. My corolla has the subee at the back and also the leather seats are *****, once you fold them they go out of shape.

Guys, As some of you are aware, I just moved into Sydney and so I need the following help and advice . In need of a good panel beater that can fix my rear bumper . A good mechanic for my servicing . someone who has a ute or van for hire or a hand so I can pick up stuff from ikea. I checked budget they charge 200+ a day plus insurance and petrol!!! I am located in at st leonards. Thanks for any help or advice

i dont mind meeting at the cafe since i live near there. Also last wk i had a p-plater civic vtir coupe trying to race me. So damn immature. i told that kid off that i was like him 12 years ago, and he was still in his nappies. he was trying to show off , as i saw he had gals with him. Stupid idiot. with 3 ppl against me 1 person, I wouldve nailed him but I dont do stuff like this no more.

hmmm, i found out its very far from where I live at st leonards, and this wkend, my gf is coming from melb and so I dont know what I be up to? Since last week, only levinboy turned up and company me, I worry that i might not get any support from this group in sydney? I might call some people and find out where you up to that night and meet half way or I might come over if I can

Guys, Recently I have an apartment that I thinking to paying a deposit but, the driveway is too steep for my D2's and CES exhaust setting. Currently the cat converter is hitting so I would like to raise it by 5 cm Does anyone know a good place that can do the job? Please let me know ASAP. Currently I am staying at St Leonards so looking around that area Joey

Thanks guys, very touching..... Its a bit far from st leonards, can someone meet me around st leonards???? I dont know the place very well?

Let me know the address, cos i dont know anyplace except I have the GPS. Can you guys confirm by friday arvo. Cos I only have access on internet at work, not at home. Thanks for organising it!

Well, I think the best time is on late fri nite or sat nite. Or perhaps Wed nite too I need the sat morning and early arvo for house inspection. Still looking.. I only have until end of october to get somewhere to live!!! I have limited access on internet, so can someone sms me once you have decide the time and pls, provide a full address, cos I have a GPS only!

Hi Guys, I am finally in Syd, currently staying at st Leonards. So far I have no access to internet at home and Im not sure if the company has blocked this forum too. So far I have contacted Davidboy only. see if anyone has time? I think I'll have time this mon, tues, wed and sat nite. If anyone has anything in mind, can contact me or sms me on 0423471070 And yes, my sportivo is in syd now. I also would like to meet some ppl, and urgently needed advice for servicing and panel beating..... Joey