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Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Thu Aug 18, 2011 12:29 pm
by rock_it
Astron_Boy wrote:ummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm.
I'll get back to you on that, having a Homer moment where I know I'm supposed to do something, but all I can think of is Dental Plan.
Lisa needs braces ....
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Thu Aug 18, 2011 12:44 pm
by I8A4RE
rock_it wrote:Honestly, I wouldn't waste $1300 on a tune and re-flash.. For that as a price, and just my opinion you are better off saving up, and going the full hog... Spend $1300 now, then maybe not be happy, and go back and spend $2800 is a bit of a waste...
THIS!!!
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Thu Aug 18, 2011 12:50 pm
by Astron_Boy
rock_it wrote:Astron_Boy wrote:ummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm.
I'll get back to you on that, having a Homer moment where I know I'm supposed to do something, but all I can think of is Dental Plan.
Lisa needs braces ....
Sorry, was distracted by a pencil in my crack.
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Thu Aug 18, 2011 12:58 pm
by rock_it
Astron_Boy wrote:rock_it wrote:Astron_Boy wrote:ummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm.
I'll get back to you on that, having a Homer moment where I know I'm supposed to do something, but all I can think of is Dental Plan.
Lisa needs braces ....
Sorry, was distracted by a pencil in my crack.
Thanks a lot Lenny, you made me loose my train of thought..
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Thu Aug 18, 2011 11:00 pm
by AJ
Bennoz wrote:I know its a long shot, but why not try PM Jeff in QLD?
Not had any word back from Jeff.
rock_it wrote:Maybe do the ring around, and see if anyone can test for you ... Maybe a transmission specialist may be able to do it ...
Can anyone recommend one? Western Sydney area?
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Fri Aug 19, 2011 10:23 am
by I8A4RE
Sorry man I have not read through thread thoroughly but from what I understand it sounds like like one of the ecu (engine or gearbox). Have you checked error codes?
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Fri Aug 19, 2011 8:09 pm
by AJ
No, not checked that. Sounds a little out of my league
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Fri Aug 19, 2011 8:47 pm
by I8A4RE
AJ wrote:No, not checked that. Sounds a little out of my league
You're a smart kid, I have faith in you. Just follow the DIY. Or shout Ben a beer.
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Sun Aug 21, 2011 2:10 pm
by AJ
Took HKS out yesterday and did some tests.
In 3rd gear on low boost I was able to max it out. Switched over to MIVEC just over 5,500rpm no problem and pulled all the way through the rev range.
Same test on high boost and at the same point of MIVEC it starts to splutter. I'm not sure if it's rev limiter style because as soon as I hear it I back off. But it definitely hesitated and didn't' sound too good.
On my return trip I tried the high boost test again in 3rd and it didn't have any issues and went to 7,000 rpm like normal.
yes, it was fully warmed up when I did the first lot of tests.
Need someone with me next time to take a listen.
I think what I'll do it take it to the track as is and try high boost but if there's any issues I'll just drop it down to low boost. Will I be maxing out 3rd on the straight at Wakefield?
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Sun Aug 21, 2011 2:53 pm
by aza013
Just putting it out there, how is your oil level?
It may not have any thing to do with it but if it's low it could stop it going into mivec.
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Sun Aug 21, 2011 3:09 pm
by AJ
Will take a look this afternoon and have a go at the error codes too.
*update*
It doesn't have as much oil in it as I'd like so will get some during the week. Was going to get it now but it's raining and I don't want to be pushing the car to 'loose my licence' speeds in bad light and wet weather to test if this fixes it.
Also, tried to check the error codes and ended up blowing the fuse on the interior lights. Packed my sh*t up once that happened
Luckily I had a spare fuse.
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Mon Aug 22, 2011 10:04 am
by Astron_Boy
Keep forgetting my plan to make an error code tester from parts at work
meanwhile, atleast you're found 'something' which could contribute.
what are the boost levels for high and low?
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Mon Aug 22, 2011 10:49 am
by I8A4RE
aza013 wrote:Just putting it out there, how is your oil level?
It may not have any thing to do with it but if it's low it could stop it going into mivec.
THIS. Free cookie.
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Mon Aug 22, 2011 7:46 pm
by AJ
Astron_Boy wrote:what are the boost levels for high and low?
10 high and 7 low.
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Sun Aug 28, 2011 7:11 pm
by AJ
Topped up the oil yesterday and gave it a little squirt on high boost today in 3rd...seemed ok but want to do it again to be sure
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Mon Aug 29, 2011 1:41 pm
by I8A4RE
AJ wrote:Topped up the oil yesterday and gave it a little squirt on high boost today in 3rd...seemed ok but want to do it again to be sure
Good to hear!
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Mon Aug 29, 2011 1:42 pm
by Bennoz
Dare we ask how low the level was?
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Mon Aug 29, 2011 1:45 pm
by rock_it
Bennoz wrote:Dare we ask how low the level was?
Was thinking exactly the same thing... lol ..
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Mon Aug 29, 2011 2:50 pm
by Astron_Boy
haha
least it's 'somewhat' fixed.
Time will tell.
What oil you put in also?
Re: HKS FTO
Posted: Mon Aug 29, 2011 4:15 pm
by aza013
Talking about low oil I checked my oil the other day, it was under the low line
thank god it only gets reversed out into the drive to give the engine a run, then back in to be locked up again.
Time to take the gear box of and replace some parts to fix the leak. Good thing is the oil drip tray is in the right spot on the ground
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