Ceejay29

http://www.mishimoto.co.uk/mishimoto-32-mm-water-hose-connector.html Two examples of what I am referring to. This could be turbo related as it is an R33; Second example is quite a set up and most definitely FI, although I have seen a similar set up simplified that I believe to be on an NA set up. Hmmmm?

Ok thanks Alex, could you point me in the right direction or am I heading along the right lines with the Mishimoto rad hose sensor adapter?

So I want to add what I believe to be a water temperature sensor/gauge to the engine bay; I think I have seen a few examples on the forum and have found a mishimoto example but have no idea how a gauge is connected. They seem to be located where the bleed nipple/screw is. I have probably seen the examples spoke of on FI zeds and could be mistaking this gauge for something else but worth a query!

^^ haha epic!!

Copied your link from my post GM, fitted a few of them during the week. Thanks

http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/400344951102

Trade link?

Bang on Ekona Bled the system and all is now fine Thanks

The front reminds me of an aggressive looking RX-8

What do we think? I have read that it is three electric motors and one 2.0L turbocharged petrol engine… "Toyota have teamed up with BMW to develop a new sports car platform that will underpin a new Supra from the Japanese automaker and a replacement for the Z4 from the German side. BMW is thought to be doing most of the development work for the platform and engines that will power the cars, in return for hybrid and fuel cell technology from Toyota" Not sure how reliable the source is but sounds as impressive as it looks. Although Toyota and BMW pulling together??

The apparent latest photos; http://news.epicinter.net/breaking-news-latest-leaked-photos-of-the-toyota-ft-1-supra-successor/

Looking good Paul, love the flat black and polished lip combo. Keep up the good work

+1 Ewen will source you one in no time at a good price. Used him recently myself, top service from a top man.

There is a fine line with getting the colour balance right and going OTT. When you do see the line, can you take a pic or remind me what it looks like as I crossed it and left it behind ages ago! You need some carbon bonnet dampers too Ceejay Haha!! Yes I do need some carbon bonnet dampers! Not only do they look the nuts, it means I can get rid of that pesky stay that constantly gets in the freaking way! Am I right in thinking you offer specific coloured stickers? Or did I dream that one up?

Thanks RJF, I think I will go for gunmetal grey hoses and braided sleeves where possible to tone down the red slightly. Concerned that it could become a bit OTT. Yes much prefer clean smooth lines although I have a JDM model therefore the washer nozzles were never present. I have however smoothed many other elements.

+1 Didn't realise it was such a beast and so highly spec'd

Hi CS, do you stock the braided steel sleeves that cover certain hoses?

Yes can't really see the bolts working myself as there isn't anything to screw into and you're right nuts would be a pita

As above really, I have snapped a couple of the black plastic clips and would like to replace with bolts if possible or clips that actually look nice. Any ideas? Thanks

Thanks Ekona, that makes sense. Will give that a try.

Received a package from Mark earlier this week of which included a polished plenum and throttle body. It is amazing how both have been completely transformed within a short period of time. Excellent service, would use again and highly recommend. This gave me the opportunity to fit Paddy's bolt kit and other Pro-Bolt goodies of which I bought a while back and a few other colour coded items; So I began with the plenum and throttle body and found it rather therapeutic, it's nice to use practical skills after employing theoretical all week in the office. First hiccup was the air intake; I had a feeling that it slotted inside the throttle body and began scratching my head until I realised that this wasn't possible due to the fixing location halfway down the tube. So pressed on, slid the rubber seal over the void and fixed in place using jubilee clips. I also had a few issues with the new bonnet catch. First of all I slotted it in front of the central fixing and couldn't for the life of me figure out why it sat so high and consequently fouled. I then tried sliding it behind which worked although didn't appear to sit as well until fully tightened. Needless to say I also had to adjust the position on the Y-axis until I was happy with the shut line. Got there in the end but nearly threw the six plastic clips that fix the cooling panel down out the door. Has anybody replaced these with bolts? After what seemed to be a short period of time (most definitely a few hours) I completed what I set out to do and here is the result; I am amazed at how well the anodised washers match the other red elements, yes it's all anodised red but there are so many different shades of red. Slightly disappointed that the engine cover hides quite a few bolts, but after considering what else is lurking beneath the cover it's a no brainer to keep it on. Had to fit a new battery too as the current one had a dead cell which has been causing issues for as long as I can remember; I have been driving everywhere with the trusted boost pack! So I turn the engine over to hear a lovely burble and without warning lights. I must admit I was slightly concerned as I had read that the throttle body, in particular the butterfly valve, is rather temperamental. However all was well, at least I thought that until I took a look under the hood to see coolant pi55ing out. Whooops my bad forgot to connect a hose!! It had to be the most awkward one didn't it! Eventually I took the car out for a much needed blast. Thoroughly enjoyed it as I have been driving a hanging focus for the last three weeks or so. Ten miles down the road I park the car and can hear what I can only be described as a chemical experimentation erupting under the bonnet! So I dash out to see coolant everywhere. Has to be that awkward hose I thought; no it isn't?? After a frantic call to the old man I decided to leave it a while and top up the coolant with water, enabling me to nurse it home.....it took me over an hour with frequent stop offs and water refills to retrace the ten miles back to the garage. Felt like a teenager again; sitting in lay-bys with the windows all steamed up and people passing. I managed to safely make it back but have no idea as to why it is overheating/loosing coolant? The temperature seems to be ok with low levels of coolant however at maximum the coolant pressurises and an explosion looks imminent! Any ideas in what it could be? All hoses are fixed in place, the rad is coming on and I believe I have correctly fixed the plenum in place. Meanwhile the car is cooling off and resting in the garage. Bittersweet.

Probably being daft here chaps; I have finally began fitting the anodized red kit purchased a while back and it looks amazing, can't fault the colour match with the rest of the anodized items under the hood. I have one question regarding the engine cover concerning bolts 47 & 48, these should be nuts right? 45 & 46 and bolts and washers which is correct although 47 & 48 are existing bolts that use nuts? So thought I would have a pair of nuts in the bag Thanks

Wow love it! So many good examples. The gold weave is becoming a popular choice and I can see why

Yes that is what I am thinking. I have been keeping an eye on the Leon Hardiritt Orden's JDMDistro currently have (probably my favourite wheel atm). With reference to restoring the polished lip; am I right in thinking that you can only re-polish a few times? And what happens with a buckle? Thanks

Thanks, need to have a good think