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    searched and found, search is my friend:thumbs:

    searched and found, search is my friend:thumbs:
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    heater control illumination

    anyone know the bulb specs for backlighting of the A/C-heater control unit? are thet LED or just little bulbs?
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    could be worth checking the Lambda sensor, unplug...

    could be worth checking the Lambda sensor, unplug it and see if it makes any differance
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    mines does the same thing strong pressure when...

    mines does the same thing strong pressure when cold then dropping to 15-25psi dependant on oil temps nothing to worry about (if the pressure raises quickly with revs)just to add a little extra peace...
  5. Thread: stage 3> 3a

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    stage 3> 3a

    I've been running stage 3 for some months now using a S/H GT28rs but I've just changed the old Gt28rs for a new Gt2871r without really thinking of the differences between the turbos.
    I bought the...
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    I only smokes at idle, but it's embarassing, ...

    I only smokes at idle, but it's embarassing, sitting at a junction or traffic lights and it puffs a cloud of white/blue smoke out I can almost hear the BMW drivers sniggering at the knackered old...
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    WOW I really started something when I posted his...

    WOW I really started something when I posted his thread, it as however produced some very interesting opinions and arguments.
    So is the general consensus is that if I were fit a GT2871r it wouldn't...
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    direct quote from Apex website 'Straight fit...

    direct quote from Apex website
    'Straight fit ball bearing turbo capable of running 390+bhp. The only modification needed to fit this turbo is to enlarge the oil drain flange holes slightly, a two...
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    is the offer over? I've not checked to be honest...

    is the offer over? I've not checked to be honest I just remember seeing the
    gt2871r for £599 recently then mine starts smoking so it occured to me this while been excellent value would allow me to...
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    fitting GT2871 to near std engine?

    is it possible to fit an uprated turbo ie GT2871 to a near stock motor,?
    Mine as started smoking a little on idle when warm a sure sign of turbo wear / seal failure right.?
    Now I have a problem in...
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    cheers I'll have bash fitting it tomorrow:thumbs:

    cheers I'll have bash fitting it tomorrow:thumbs:
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    I was thinking of around 12psi does anyone know...

    I was thinking of around 12psi does anyone know whether I can replace the stock boost controler (on N/S inner wing) with the apex item:confused: there is no mention of fitting specifics via the...
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    boost controller fitting

    I have just bought a manual boost controler (Apex) but I'm a bit lost re all the pipes, stock boost controler etc do I just replace the stock boost controller with the adjustable one and set the...
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    I've had some smoke on idle but other than a...

    I've had some smoke on idle but other than a aftermarket exhaust it's pretty muvh stock, I'm planning a GB FMIC so I'd need too change he breather add a catch tank etc will this cause my turbo seals...
  15. I painted mine with 2 pack and it's fine so I...

    I painted mine with 2 pack and it's fine so I don't think you need any special paint
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    are the Godspeed / Whiteline ARB's the some...

    are the Godspeed / Whiteline ARB's the some thichness, looking at the pic of the Godspeed ones they appear to be (approx)30mm front and 28mm rear anyone know what the whiteline ones are? and how...
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    Am i right in thinking Phil's exits through the...

    Am i right in thinking Phil's exits through the rear quarter panel ? if so at what point does it enter the car?
  18. Thread: colour codes

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    I need an exact or very close match to blow in a...

    I need an exact or very close match to blow in a repair on the front bumper and I don't want to paint the whole thing. I'll try DN1 at the motor factors see how close it is
  19. Thread: colour codes

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    colour codes

    I'm after the colour code for the Emerald green used on the s14, where is the colour code located on the car?
  20. Thread: Brake pads

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    DS 3000 for me

    DS 3000 for me
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    halfords Wakefield

    Red s14 (JDM?) black 3 spokes parked Halfords in Wakefield Sunday ( it needs a clean!!!):wave:
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    RE the BOV mod, goes this mod stop the BOV...

    RE the BOV mod, goes this mod stop the BOV working ie stop it dumping (opening) ? or does it change the way the BOV works and it's ability to handle extra boost (stop it leaking)? if it's the former...
  23. Thread: ECU Question

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    ECU Question

    I have read that the std ECU 'learns' various functions and alters the fuel map / timing setttings etc to combat det and maintain smooth running and that removing the battery will wipe out these...
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    I'm in a similar situation re mods so I'm...

    I'm in a similar situation re mods so I'm interested in this post, is removing the BOV wise? (i assume this is what you suggest)fitting a after market recirc BOV is surely the safest way to dump the...
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    no mention of ECU mods, surely you are going to...

    no mention of ECU mods, surely you are going to hit the fuel cut before 1bar, perhaps a stage 1 chip (stage 2 if you are planning larger injectors) is the way forward.
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