R56 ra2fanatic's R56S build
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Yes, more camber will fix rubbing on dips and stuff, but like I said, there isn't anything that would prevent it from rubbing on the front when you're making a highspeed turn.
Camber at the moment? I can't really say since I haven't gotten the alignment done. I need to dial in the suspension a bit more this coming weekend to get the right ride height, then I can get the alignment done. It'll probably be -3.1 up front and -2.x in the rear when all is said and done though.
Camber at the moment? I can't really say since I haven't gotten the alignment done. I need to dial in the suspension a bit more this coming weekend to get the right ride height, then I can get the alignment done. It'll probably be -3.1 up front and -2.x in the rear when all is said and done though.
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Hey man, I have a question about where to go next with my build. Currently I have the following mods:
BattleTune Stage 3
CNT racing catless DP
Wagner FMIC
Forge Silicone inlet/hotside tubes
GFB DV+
Alta CAI
JCW stock exhaust
John mentioned an OCC, but I was wondering where you would go next? I am debating on getting an Alta front end swaybar (I am going to the Minis Slay the Dragon in Oct), save up for exhaust, or get some new spark plugs. Thoughts?
BattleTune Stage 3
CNT racing catless DP
Wagner FMIC
Forge Silicone inlet/hotside tubes
GFB DV+
Alta CAI
JCW stock exhaust
John mentioned an OCC, but I was wondering where you would go next? I am debating on getting an Alta front end swaybar (I am going to the Minis Slay the Dragon in Oct), save up for exhaust, or get some new spark plugs. Thoughts?
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Hey man, I have a question about where to go next with my build. Currently I have the following mods:
BattleTune Stage 3
CNT racing catless DP
Wagner FMIC
Forge Silicone inlet/hotside tubes
GFB DV+
Alta CAI
JCW stock exhaust
John mentioned an OCC, but I was wondering where you would go next? I am debating on getting an Alta front end swaybar (I am going to the Minis Slay the Dragon in Oct), save up for exhaust, or get some new spark plugs. Thoughts?
BattleTune Stage 3
CNT racing catless DP
Wagner FMIC
Forge Silicone inlet/hotside tubes
GFB DV+
Alta CAI
JCW stock exhaust
John mentioned an OCC, but I was wondering where you would go next? I am debating on getting an Alta front end swaybar (I am going to the Minis Slay the Dragon in Oct), save up for exhaust, or get some new spark plugs. Thoughts?
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If you do intend to do anything to the front, it's reducing the size of the sway bar to the non-S bar. It's 1mm smaller in diameter but I'd only recommend doing that if you knew how to do it yourself or if you had the whole engine out.
Exhaust would be a good option to go with since you have the factory JCW system for now. Other than that you're pretty set on Stg3. Other things you can add, which are miscellaneous, non-power-producing items like shifters, wheels and stuff like that.
If you do intend to do anything to the front, it's reducing the size of the sway bar to the non-S bar. It's 1mm smaller in diameter but I'd only recommend doing that if you knew how to do it yourself or if you had the whole engine out.
Exhaust would be a good option to go with since you have the factory JCW system for now. Other than that you're pretty set on Stg3. Other things you can add, which are miscellaneous, non-power-producing items like shifters, wheels and stuff like that.
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How is this done on the r56 ohlins? is this done by adjusting the preload on the shock? and if so does that have an effect on the 'rate' (for lack of knowing a better word) of the spring?
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Likewise! Have a great weekend. I dropped off the stuff at Ivan's so they're there when you need them!
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RJT, if you really want one, I have my old one for sale. It is the M7 carbon fiber model for the R56. Just e-mail me if you are interested.
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As for intakes. I really first had a DDM Street. Didn't like it because it couldn't clear my M7 strut tower brace at the time. Then we to DOS and it was great, but the sound it made got old fast and just started to annoy me. Claimed to be a "true" CAI, I mean, I guess it was, but I didn't feel much difference. Went to AEM and it was great great system. Melted a valve cover of mine, which was a bit of a mess, but I still to this day feel it's a fabulous intake. I parted ways with it to go with the JCW cone intake and put a new Amsoil cone intake on it. Why? Because the AEM intake piping would not fit on the diameter of the upgraded turbo I had and it just became a pain popping open the hood to ensure it was still clamped on there. So I said screw that and went with the JCW hardpipe along with the cone JCW intake. Fits perfectly fine and I have no issues with fitment onto the turbo anymore.
Hope this was informative!
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Today, mounted the track wheels. Haven't put on the Volk Stickers on the spokes, but I think I really and genuinely like these wheels the most after all the different set of Volks I've had up to this point.
Height was raised a bit, and now the ride is much nicer. I think it was so low before it was hitting the internal bumpstops, so now....now this is good
Height was raised a bit, and now the ride is much nicer. I think it was so low before it was hitting the internal bumpstops, so now....now this is good
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The Evolve unit was the least favorite. It didn't have a solid build, that's just my personal opinion. The Helix is great, but the Wagner has been the best so far. It's stealth black and doesn't pop out through the grills, but that really doesn't bother me too much. Black is known to have better heat reduction.
As for intakes. I really first had a DDM Street. Didn't like it because it couldn't clear my M7 strut tower brace at the time. Then we to DOS and it was great, but the sound it made got old fast and just started to annoy me. Claimed to be a "true" CAI, I mean, I guess it was, but I didn't feel much difference. Went to AEM and it was great great system. Melted a valve cover of mine, which was a bit of a mess, but I still to this day feel it's a fabulous intake. I parted ways with it to go with the JCW cone intake and put a new Amsoil cone intake on it. Why? Because the AEM intake piping would not fit on the diameter of the upgraded turbo I had and it just became a pain popping open the hood to ensure it was still clamped on there. So I said screw that and went with the JCW hardpipe along with the cone JCW intake. Fits perfectly fine and I have no issues with fitment onto the turbo anymore.
Hope this was informative!
As for intakes. I really first had a DDM Street. Didn't like it because it couldn't clear my M7 strut tower brace at the time. Then we to DOS and it was great, but the sound it made got old fast and just started to annoy me. Claimed to be a "true" CAI, I mean, I guess it was, but I didn't feel much difference. Went to AEM and it was great great system. Melted a valve cover of mine, which was a bit of a mess, but I still to this day feel it's a fabulous intake. I parted ways with it to go with the JCW cone intake and put a new Amsoil cone intake on it. Why? Because the AEM intake piping would not fit on the diameter of the upgraded turbo I had and it just became a pain popping open the hood to ensure it was still clamped on there. So I said screw that and went with the JCW hardpipe along with the cone JCW intake. Fits perfectly fine and I have no issues with fitment onto the turbo anymore.
Hope this was informative!
The FMIC bit helps a lot. I was rather considering the Evolve as I'd like a black one just from the appearance perspective but it seems other than Forge it's been iffy on a good FMIC on here. I haven't seen/heard much on the Helix before now other than occasional side mentions and sigs. I'll have to check out the Wagner. How's that one fit-wise, have to cut plastic or anything or is it a straight fit?
Edit: I just came across a thread of mine where Grizld700 gave me some input on the Wagner. Still interested in yours though. Not enough sleep makes one something something...
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Quite, thanks! I originally discarded the AEM a bit out of hand because I know it's a large brand and figured they just did mass production at a lower price for the masses who wanted to look cool. But from what I've heard on here it does seem to be a good intake. I like the straight-from-scoop setup and that it comes with a turbo shield (from what I've seen so far), and they make a bar to go over it. But I'm leaning more towards the JCW one myself. It doesn't seem to look spiffy per se but it does keep things a bit more JCW overall and seems popular for performance. Plus it being fairly low-key on design should open up options for tower braces. I kind of like the M7 myself (if it's the one with the 3 shaped holes toward each end I'm thinking of) but haven't gotten to really looking into them yet.
The FMIC bit helps a lot. I was rather considering the Evolve as I'd like a black one just from the appearance perspective but it seems other than Forge it's been iffy on a good FMIC on here. I haven't seen/heard much on the Helix before now other than occasional side mentions and sigs. I'll have to check out the Wagner. How's that one fit-wise, have to cut plastic or anything or is it a straight fit?
Edit: I just came across a thread of mine where Grizld700 gave me some input on the Wagner. Still interested in yours though. Not enough sleep makes one something something...
The FMIC bit helps a lot. I was rather considering the Evolve as I'd like a black one just from the appearance perspective but it seems other than Forge it's been iffy on a good FMIC on here. I haven't seen/heard much on the Helix before now other than occasional side mentions and sigs. I'll have to check out the Wagner. How's that one fit-wise, have to cut plastic or anything or is it a straight fit?
Edit: I just came across a thread of mine where Grizld700 gave me some input on the Wagner. Still interested in yours though. Not enough sleep makes one something something...
To mount it, cut the top tab, and then the upper portion should slide up in place before the bottom. Line up the bottom and then connect the 2 hoses. Pretty easy once you've cut the tab.